These are the real trip smith videos. I think we all love the feeling of being there for the progression of the journey and fun camp sites. Love the dory but losing the aspect of always needing to find a cool campsite is sad. Plenty of channels doing the living on a boat thing. I got a kayak and eventually a skiff from this channel. Moving to the bigger boat is great for family camping but we lose some of the nature moments from it. Just an opinion.

That was really cool and fun to watch. Thank you for going to all the trouble it takes to produce such a great video. Keep em coming!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+FogDog68 Glad you enjoyed it Fog! I enjoy it. I'll keep making them as long as people keep watching, commenting and sharing. Makes it all worth it!

It's so awesome, when watching I feel like I'm in a kayak next to you going on the trip. It's so cool thanks and keep it up

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

+Anthony Fishing So glad you enjoy the videos man! I'll keep em coming!

I love love this video! I subscribed. Your energy is amazing. I can't wait to get out on the water soon.

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hope you Get OuT There Soon!

These videos are always great... so honest and a good time to relive these moments in time...... kudos to you buddy !!!! Every time I wanna do these river runs this is motivation....... I’m 41 in December....still feel like 25 with these vids

@TripSmith

4 жыл бұрын

Yea man... Good times! Get out there and make it happen!

This is what we like . These kinda videos . Great stuff 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

I really enjoy your videos ! You kept my attention the whole way through. Keep the passion high bro.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Awesome Metal! Glad I could keep you hanging in there on these long videos. Thanks for watching and I'll keep it high my man. Headed out again next week!

I love your show. Lots of tips. I live in Oregon, and paddle the Willamette River. Exploring neat places. Each time I watch I feel better. Your attitude cheers me up. Thanks

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Wayne, glad you enjoy it bud! Have fun up there in the cold my man, you are tougher than me!

inspirational video. my husband and I just got our first kayak. we're really excited to use them.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Fun Times With Liliana Glad to hear that. Hope you two enjoy!!!!! Thanks for watching and commenting!

Yes!! I am so happy that you were able to go on another adventure and could get another video uploaded, i check daily to see if a new video is uploaded, while i know there probably isn't one because you are an individual who works, i am always ecstatic to see one!!!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Jeremy Handzel Me to Jeremy! Hate to disappoint you daily lol You sound like my mom..... Just kidding! I do work..... BUT I am working on changing some things and devoting more time to KZread sooooooo things could be looking up soon. It may be a slow transition but that is the plan! Thanks for the great comment man.

@jeremyhandzel4994

8 жыл бұрын

Nahh, you don't disappoint at all!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Good deal!

Great vid, you're one funny guy. Loved watching you brush your teeth with doctor Bronner's. I'm still laughing.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Mea Woodsman Thanks Mea! I try to have fun, without fun what would be the point? Lol, glad you enjoyed it. I really didn't expect it to be as "popular" as it is. I was thinking it was just going to be another good tip in case you forgot your toothpaste. But I was wrong lol Still made for good video though! Thanks for the comment Mea!

Can't get out on water this weekend so going through all the S&S VIDS again while having peanut butter on toast and cup of Tea and relaxing.Must say your 2 trips on Pea river is my Favourites,all your river camping trips are awesome!!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Great weekend! lol Hope you are able to get out there soon! I enjoyed the Pea river trips as well. Hard to pick favorites though.... Glad you enjoy them dismal, thanks for watching and commenting bud.

Subscribed. Fun videos man! Keep them up! I'm really big into kayak fishing but you've got me wanting to take some kayak camping trips for sure!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! Glad you enjoy thembud. I'll keep them up and I hope you Get Out THere for some kayak camping soon, it's a totally different and incredible animal!

love ur adventure vids Trip...ur a funny ole country boy and I love that you don't edit the "miss-adventures" that happen along the way. You keep it real...and that's nice to see. I can't wait for springtime myself for some yak camping with my little dog. Keep the funny, honest, videos coming...and I don't have to say enjoy...cause we can all see that you do.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Marie Miller Thanks Marie! You've got me figured out! I see that little dog, looks like the perfect kayak partner to me. I'll keep them coming. I'm working on making some life changes to allow for more time dedicated to S&S so the future should be getting better for everyone around here. I'll have a good time! Hope you do to!

I don't know what it is but I dig your videos. I even bought a kayak yesterday and I'm planning my own adventure. Keep it up!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

I know what it is! You wan to get out there!. Glad you enjoy them Travis. That's great, what kayak did you end up with? I'll keep the camera rolling.

Great to see you doing another kayak adventure video. 👍🏻👍🏻

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Eagleclaw72 I was glad to see it as well! Should be doing another pretty soon. Thanks for the comment!

It was neat stumbling across this video, I live just outside of Samson (3 miles from the county road 17 bridge aka Stokes Landing). I've grown up on the Pea river and knew every little thing you passed. Great video and happy camping!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Oh that's awesome! Glad you enjoyed it. Small world huh?

Awesome. Saw this vid now and pea river ain't to far from me. Gunna have to check this place out for sure

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Aj wood Sweet AJ! Give it a go man, great place!

Lmao 🤣 I love the Wilson reference. People who know me always used that reference as it’s my last name. I never seen the movie but one day I woke up in the the middle of the night to catch that part where his raft broke up and he lost Wilson 👏🏼👍

1 am in the morning here and still watching your videos brilliant keep them coming buddy

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Ha! Glad you are enjoying them. I'll keep them coming. Just finished filming another 3 day trip. Now just many hours of editing and it'll be posted.

Trip you had me in tears haha. brushing your teeth with soap?! That was a good laugh lol. looks like you had fun. I'm so ready to get back in my kayak and go on another adventure! won't be long. Great video as usual!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Nicholas Frasier Perfect! Tears of joy! I was nearly in tears from the taste... Oh I definitely had some fun. Can't wait for another one myself. Thanks for watching and commenting Nicholas!

. I like the idea of that gear hanger. Nice video, first I have come across your channel and I subscribed.

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

I generally close them up at night or whenever I'm expecting rain. The gear hanger is a must have for me.... You should make yourself one! Thanks for watching and subscribing! How - To - kzread.info/dash/bejne/aIKYu7GGlde8eps.html

Really liking your videos. Sitting by the fire watching them.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Don Stanton Awesome Don! Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive comment. Heading out on my next adventure in a couple days. Should have another fun video up after that. Thanks for watching!

I cracked up at the "It looks like a man---of course a man-made bridge." Great video! I subbed.

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

;) Yea, sometimes strange things just come out.... Thanks for subscribing!!!

Wonderful video!! I have to get out there!! My 3 year old is watching this with as she kayaks on the river here in N MS! She saw you going to bed and was a bit nervous that she had to go bed! But we are watching this at 8AM LOL!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

+Michael Mott Thank Michael! Hope you two had a blast! Thanks for the comment and for getting the next generation out yaking!

This is great! I felt like I was there with you the whole time. I went on a canoe trip once from Oklahoma to Arkansas, but I much rather prefer kayaks.

@TripSmith

6 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Yea, I prefer kayaks or paddle boards over a canoe ;)

Thanks for sharing your adventure! I have a special needs child and dont get out much anymore and I love to see the outdoors on your videos. Oh, around 41 minutes when you were looking for lightern gnots, it looked like there was a birch tree right behind you. That bark works great for fire kindling too!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Charles! Thanks for watching man. Thanks for the tip on the birch tree bark and I wish you and your family the best.

What a great video.(Just like all your videos)I am getting a Kayak this Wed.And im looking forward to my own adventures.I have learned a lot from your videos.Thanks for sharing.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert!!! That's awesome! What kayak are going to be enjoying? Have fun!!!

@Radh1215

8 жыл бұрын

+SailingandSuch Lifetime Tamarack 120.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Hope you get to use it plenty.

64 and just took up kayaking, great informational video, entertaining too! Thanks.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Bob Ruchalski Glad you enjoyed it Bob! Hope you check out the rest of my videos as well. Thanks for watching and commenting, hope you catch the future video as well. It's only going to get better from here!

It is a little cold for kayaking but that gives me time to watch your videos. Great video.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Gold Combat Arms Missed your comment! Sorry about that! Hate that it's to cold where you are my man. Hope it warms up sooner than later for you!

great video bro! really enjoyed the whole thing!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+tonybuddy123 Awesome Tony. So glad you enjoyed it man. Hope all is well.

First time watching, now I'm a subscriber! Great vid, southern Alabama looks like a great place to Yak, great gear selection also!!

@TripSmith

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome Cletus! It's a fabulous area to do some paddling and not far from the beautiful Florida coast either. Hope you enjoy catching up on all the past adventures ;)

YES!!! I am so happy you had an opportunity to go on an adventure! I can't wait to watch and comment!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

@FloridaGirlAdventures

8 жыл бұрын

+Florida Girl Adventures That looks a little like the swaunnee river in north Florida - @ 6min(later you talk about crossing the line so I guess that explains the similar landscape). Something great about getting out! You my friend are a goofy goober and I loved the video! What do you do? You think! I don't think Ive ever been bored always something amazing going on! You are the best dressed adventure guy I know!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

I've had multiple people suggest the Swaunee. I need to get down there one day. Glad you enjoyed it and my funky personality lol. What do I do? I do construction and I'm a fire fighter. Sometimes hard to get bored on a kayak trip.

@FloridaGirlAdventures

8 жыл бұрын

lol, when I asked 'what do you do' I was asking as for those who ask us "what we do' when we are out kayaking - but your day job definitely explains the arms, and pulling through that shallow upper Pea! Hey you also have to get in on the Santa Fe if you're hitting North FL! Amazing clear brown like Suwanee, with huge cypress, what made it stand out are the white fossil shell lined beaches, these are fossilized snail shells by the ton and when you take a handful to dry and say bring home they turn to powder but are so beautiful on it's shore. I didn't get to paddle much of it sway.com/7P76NCVgQe6ukxrT this is the trip I took this summer which includes the sante Fe.

you have the best camping and kayak videos I've seen! subbed and liked!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for the awesome compliment! Hope you enjoy the future videos.

I'm going to have to buy new paddles for my canoe. You've lit a fire under me, but being up here in Missouri, it's a bit cold now. Will have to wait till late April. Thanks for sharing your trip.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Ron Briz Absolutely Ron! Go get one! That's fabulous, my intentions are to inspire other people to get and enjoy so I'm happy to hear that, really I am. Well come late April you better get out there, don't let life pass you by. You bet, thanks for watching and commenting.

WOW ... 70s in January .. I'm moving to AL .. LOL .. year-round outdoor enjoyment sounds good to me! Looks like a different kayak from prior videos .. good trip, thanks for sharing!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Michele-Mike Bradley I must say we do have some pretty good weather! Well, it's the first touring kayak I bought and went on the Choctawhatchee trip with. I'll probably be using it unless I get another since I can't really get comfortable in my yellow yak.... Thans for watching!

@deepsouthredneck1

7 жыл бұрын

Michele-Mike Bradley Just make sure you leave before June hits.

My wife and camped out for a week at Gunter Hill campground in Ala. and Kayaked Catoma creek area. We were very disappointed at how much trash was in the water and shore line. We live in Ga and drove out that way with a group of friends that live in Ala.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+CVObservatory Yea, it is sad when I see trash. It's an unfortunate reality..... Sounds like a good trip! Thanks for watching and commenting.

Thanks for great video of the river.

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

I love this channel! He's so goofy and funny lol!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Jayce Cole Haha! Thanks Jayce, glad you enjoy watching.

Subscribed. Great videos man! Keep up the adventures!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Awesome Ryan! You the man bud! I'll keep the camera rolling!

Awesome video!! very funny when you were trying to reach your camera!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+nelson cobb Glad you enjoyed it Nelson. Yea, that was interesting. I've found that most of the good parts in the videos aren't planned.... This is actual real reality, not "Reality TV"..... lol

Once again another great video must of the time I can't watch a hour long video but I never get bored watching your videos.Keep up the goofy carefree attitude.LOL

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Tim Johnson Thanks so much Tim. Really glad you are able to sit and enjoy something for an hour. I know that it is tough sometimes on KZread. I don't think I could do it any other way than goofy and carefree! Thanks for watching and commenting, means a lot....

Laying in bed relaxing watching another Trip adventure classic.

@TripSmith

5 жыл бұрын

There ya go! Enjoy!!!!

I showed this to my wife because she is always complaining about me making videos. You saved the day. Lol thanks for sharing.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+shane newsome Wives complaining about to much time spent Youtubing? No way lol. You betcha, hope she understands a little bit better now.

Great footage. I really enjoyed your commentary too. Keep it up.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jay! Much appreciated.

Great vid Trip. Love watching these. Loved all the little water falls off the river. s you were looking for the phat lighter, you passed a river birch. It also is good for fire starting. I was going to tell ya that when on the river look for areas the fish can get away from the flow of the water, then use your lure to catch a few. If it's cold, just move the lure very little. The fish get very slow and lazy in cold water..... put a worm on there. That should at least catch ya some pan fish. I want to make one of the gear hangers you made. That's very handy. Thanks for another great vid man. Looking forward to seeing more. If you get a chance, look up the Edisto River in South Carolina. That might be the first river I do. Great fossil finds as you make your way. I've found some nice shark teeth. maybe we can plan a group trip once I get all my gear sorted. I will have to message you on your FB. I ordered some stuff from your Amazon. I also have the Olympia TG 860 now. The Kelty 12X12 tarp and a pretty good start on my sleep system. I plan on ordering a couple more items from your Amazon store. I'm looking forward to making some vids like these. I have no clue how to edit or build a channel. Just starting to research that.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Joe McCranie Thanks Joe! Great falls there no doubt. Ok, cool I'll keep my eye out for them. You know I need the fishing tips lol The gear hanger is worth it's weight. I'd like to plan some group trips in the future for sure. I'll check out that river, sounds like fun. Hey I appreciate that! Easy huh? I see where some people have bought themselves some nice gear on there. Hope it all pans out well for you. If you have questions feel free to jump on Facebook and as me man. I'm happy to lend an opinion.

total respect for ur trips and ur service to the public as a fireman :)

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+My Adventures Thanks man! I really appreciate that!

Just watching some older videos still funny trip

@TripSmith

6 жыл бұрын

Haha! Glad you enjoy them and thanks for watching, some good stuff to catch up on ;)

First time watching. Loved it. I'm glad I've found your channel.

@TripSmith

6 жыл бұрын

Excellent Bobby! Glad you enjoyed it. Lots of great adventures to catch up on. Have fun!

Just found your channel. Pretty neat. Subbed in. I got a Jackson Journey two years ago and love it. Has a rudder thou. The seat is awesome. The bottom section has an air bladder and plastic beads in it. Really comfortable seat. Made in Tennessee. Take care, Al

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it Pumpkin! That sounds like a really unique and comfy seat! Enjoy your sweet ride.

I can't believe any sane individual would give this a thumb down. This is great stuff!! And practical advice to nature adventurers. I hope to meet you some day, Trip. Maybe on the river! Have you done the Conecuh River yet? Several friends and I plan to launch at River Falls for a paddling/camping trip from March 28-April 2, 2016.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Marc Williams Lol Thanks for that Marc. I think I have a subscriber who is a chronic thumbs downer..... Maybe we will run into each other sometime. I hope to plan some group trips in the future with open invitation to all so you never know. I have not.... I'd like to as it's not far away. I haven't done much research on it but I should and I will. If you can remember to, let me know how the trip goes and what the river is like. Yall have a good time!

Awesome adventure !!!!! Happy Easter have a Blessed Sunday !!!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

+Danny Whitlock Thanks Danny! Happy Easter back at ya

Nice! I live in Elba and was wondering what the pea River looked like so I can fish it. Awesome! Really enjoyed it!

@TripSmith

5 жыл бұрын

Richard I have heard good things about fishing in the Pea. Make it happen!

fantastic video keep up the great work

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Sam Hutchinson Much appreciated Sam! Glad you are enjoying them, thanks for watching!

47:40 it would actually be cool to know how to dehydrate bananas haha they seem like a great snack!! Thanks for sharing these mini-movies of your kayaking adventures, they are really entertaining :)

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Ric - Alrighty Ric, I'll add that to the list of to-do videos! You are very welcome, glad people enjoy them. Thanks for the comment.

Great!! adventure Trip. Damn, you never even hit the water and already in the mud. Seeing the shadow on the water from the semi on the over pass. I'm with ya on that one bro. that wud of been me also. You sure took the cake with the soap using it as tooth paste! You don't always have ta listen to ur wife! I seen it coming eventually and it did! I was in tears laughing sooo hard I had to stand up because my stomach was hurtin. All in all thx. for the ride! BOOYA!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Keith Lapere I know it Keith! I really wish the camera would have been rolling, it was pretty bad even though can couldn't tell very much from the video..... Yea man, I almost wanted to edit that part out lol (the shadow). That may not have been my best idea with the soap. She sure got a good laugh out of it. I love hearing that, glad you found my misery amusing lol. BOOYA! Thanks for watching!

Wish I had my kayak already… I’d be on the water like you 👍

Trip, your a trip. once again nice work. on this trip you seemed a little more lay back.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Jose M Thanks Jose! Tried to throw some more bloopers in there for you, hope you noticed. Yea, I think I was. The pace was more laid back, the river was more laid back, the weather was more laid back, it was just a great easy going trip. Enjoyed it. When I finished I was a little uncertain if the footage would come together for a decent video but I'm happy with it.

Always enjoy your videos. Keep them coming. Be careful with those snakes that ones markings looked a lot like a copper head. We have them here in Oklahoma. Probably couldn't move in the cold water though.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Darryl “digitalone” Vernon Glad you do Darryl. I think it was a rat snake.... I'm familiar with the copper heads, we have a lot of them. I'm working on re arranging my schedule and making more time for KZread. Thanks for the comment!

Freshwater like that holds nice sized catfish. Try using a 2oz weight with a number 4 sized hook and cocktail shrimp. Always works for me. Nice vid!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

I'll have to give that a shot. Thanks for the tip!

awesome video. Pretty entertaining guy. Hilarious teeth brushing scene!!!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Luc! I'm a little crazy at times, no hiding that! Glad you enjoyed it.

Pea River? I about peed my pants three times watching this. My wife and I were in tears!

@TripSmith

6 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Jared! Glad you both enjoyed it!

YES!! FINALLY! I've been waiting on this video lol

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Nicholas Frasier I was waiting to.... I'm working on having more time to devote to KZread so things should get better ;)

Ha ha love you man sounds like me. I’d get scared of a semi shadow and not figure it out till later too ha ha ❤️

New subscriber to you S&S. Awesome video. I really CV want to get into kayaking. So I can take trips on the lakes and Rivers here in Colorado. I metal detect and magnet fish the water here. Be awesome to be able to kayak to different locations only a water craft can get to. Find some different locations to detect. Keep up the good work, and great info in kayaking and camping. Maybe next summer I'll be doing it. Gonna watch some more of your vids. Keep em coming. 👍😀

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! You're now awesome! A kayak can take you to many adventures for sure. Hope you enjoy the rest of the videos and find yourself a kayak soon. I'll keep the camera rolling!

Awesome vid Trip!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+NexStep Products I appreciate it! Thanks for the great products! Hope you guys gain some visibility out of it. I see myself wearing them more for sure.

Yes Id love to see a video on dehydrating!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Good deal Callie! I'll be doing one pretty soon. Thanks!

It might be worth carrying a toilet scrubber brush with you to help clean the mud off your shoes. I’ve never heard of anyone doing it, or done it myself, but it seems like a hell of a tool to keep tied onto your boat. ...It’d make a good backscratcher and prop for a few other jokes too! :D Have fun out there and be safe.

@TripSmith

5 жыл бұрын

Oh wow that is a great idea Nathan! Maybe I can remember to bring one next time lol You take care as well bud.

@robertcarr5190

5 жыл бұрын

I took a kitchen one with me today...worked great

50:51 "Got a lil' mint to it!" hahahaha.. That was hilarious.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Max Martian Well.... it did lol. I was a little hesitant to include that part, glad I did!

@maxmartian9622

8 жыл бұрын

That was hilarious. I enjoy your videos. Keep'em coming!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Will do!

Great stuff Trip!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Eric Barron Thanks Eric! Glad you were able to watch bud!

dang it trip u did it again,maqde me smile and put me in a good mood at 330 in the morn,thanks 4 the good start,im going shrimpin,later man

@TripSmith

6 жыл бұрын

+Don shrimper Awesome! Glad to hear that. Hope you filled the boat!

If you're fishing on the river, grubs and stick baits are amazing. Little crank baits will catch some fish, too. The smaller the better.

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips! Hope to get out next week and do some kayak fishing ;)

Always pay attention to how the locals a fishing where and the bait if they will tell you. That way you can catch some! In alabama brim and crappie are your best eating. Or even catfish. Bass if you have to. But small red worms or crickets are the way to go. If you want to catch bass the a Texas rig with a u-tail is great all around lower!

I love to watch your videos and just subscribed

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Awesome Mason! Thanks for subscribing!

Trip you just walked past the best lighter the river birch bark will take a spark great even quicker than Fanwood

I will be starting kayak camping this year and I Wonder about wild life : dont you ever get disturb during night by wildlife... such as Sasquatch ;-) ?

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Nah, not really Richard. By the way, I read your comment in today's live stream, Episode 2 of the Get Out There show ;) Thanks for the great comment!

you should get a spinning reel, there is one at walmart for 20$ and it comes with a pole, it also has a tackle box that attaches to the pole, for kayaking

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+valuelessfawn6 Wow, I'll have to check that out. Thanks for the suggestion!

another gear hanger you could do I get an old belt, wrap it around a tree, add hanging hooks, BAM you got yourself a gear hanger

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Yep, that would work for sure! Thanks for the tip!

another great video! BOOYA!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+DontUndo Thanks Undo! BOOYA to you!

As always, great video Trip. I very much enjoy watching your video submissions. Keep the coming. If you ever come over to The Mississippi Gulf Coast area, give me a shout. I can give you the full tour. We have many rivers and gulf islands that you would love. And we have the same great weather and temps all year long. Truly cold weather is a rare event here.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Kevin Fayard Thanks Kevin!!!! I'll keep them coming. I'm working on moving life around a little bit and being able to focus a good bit more time to KZread. The future should be bright! That would be interesting. I don't know a whole lot about it. What all have you got over there that is good to see?

@kevinfayard7790

8 жыл бұрын

+SailingandSuch That's great news. I wish you great success in that endeavor. I am looking forward to retiring from my career in law enforcement soon and have plans to start my own KZread channel as well. The Mississippi coast is filled with tons of attractions to suit any tourist desires that you have. Beautiful beaches and rivers. Hiking and biking trails. Desoto National Forest. Numerous casinos. Museums. Tons of quality restaurants. We even have a brand new minor league baseball stadium and team (Biloxi Shuckers) if you like baseball. You name it, we probably have it. If not, we are only an hour drive away from New Orleans, LA. They will certainly have what you are looking for.

@kevinfayard7790

8 жыл бұрын

+Kevin Fayard I forgot to mention that we have islands and bayous as well. One of the islands (Dear Island) is only a ten minute paddle from the beach in Biloxi. Much like the island you visited in Panama City, FL. Several others are located a few miles out into the Gulf of Mexico, but are even more beautiful. One named Ship Island even has a brick fortification (Fort Massachusetts) on it that was built in the 1850s and saw action in a single engagement with a US Navy warship during the War between the States. Between the multitude of fresh water rivers and bayous, and the open gulf, I guarantee you will land those fish that have thus far been so elusive. LOL. And yes, we have tons of those Blue Claw Crabs that you love to eat.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, sounds like a good spot huh? That brick fort would be pretty neat. Blue crabs are definitely a plus I'd say. Thanks for all of the great info! I hope to get over there one day. I imagine I will ;) If you Like the Facebook Page you can probably catch me whenever I do get over that way. I typically post where I'm headed on there. Thanks again!

Love the videos. I'm looking for a new river to hit up here in the southeast and the Pea river may be it. Which did you like better, the upper or lower? The camp sites that you pick, are they pre arraigned on management lands, or just an opportune site along the way? As a suggestion, you should try the Suwannee river some time (upper is more scenic). Florida has several river camps along the length of the river and lots of river management land that you can camp on. Keep them coming.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Brett Frye Hey thanks Brett! It's a good one. Upper vs Lower? I think the upper had a little more action and rapids. Lower had more waterfalls..... If the water level was higher compared to when I did the upper the upper would be my choice. Just be prepared for the portage around the dam. Campsites are just opportune :) I've had a few people suggest the Suwannee. I think it's definitely on my list of rivers to paddle. Thanks for suggesting the upper! I'm working on tailoring my schedule to provide for a good bit more time devoted to KZread so the future should be bright! Thanks for watching and hope you get some paddling time soon!

It's finally here yaaaay

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+GALAXY GAMER Yep, finally lol

Good stuff as usual.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

Awesome video . What was the water level on the Lower Pea River Tim. If you have not paddled the Buffalo R. in Arkansas you should it is very scenic.

@TripSmith

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks basil! I can't remember honestly.... I know, I'd love to be able to hit the Buffalo.....

Loving your vids!

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Keaton mccart Much appreciated Keaton!

"There still fine, You ain't gonna die" Could be the best camping T-shirt ever...

@TripSmith

3 жыл бұрын

Haha true!

Awesome Vid man! Very informative it kept me glued! Is there anyway to get info on what you are wearing around your neck that attaches to your sunglasses?? I need those I am always losing my sunglasses.

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Daniel!!! Glad it kept you glued! Sure thing, here they are - www.riverboundsports.com/nexstraps-sun-glass-straps/ Good straps for a good price. Enjoy!

great channel man been thinking about kayak camping would like to try to go down the flint river from reynolds ha to albany but not sure how long it would take any advise

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul! Have you checked out my videos on planning a kayaking trip? You'll get a good start and answers to your questions there - kzread.info/head/PL-fvZ7RpVpmkwM742KTf55DF7z1ODMsn-

Great Enjoyable Video!

@TripSmith

6 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Alan!

I live in Alabama as well. I want to take a big trip down the Cahaba River one of these days.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+beachamboys11 The Cahaba, haven't been there yet but I plan to. Supposed to be a nice river from what I've heard.

@beachamboy11

8 жыл бұрын

SailingandSuch I took about a five mile trip this past weekend. I fished and caught some nice bass. You should try it sometime! I put in on Grantsmill Road in Irondale.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Maybe I'll get up there sometime soon! Glad you had fun!

happy thanks givin to u and yours

@TripSmith

6 жыл бұрын

Back at ya Don!!!!

Dude ...watching the part of you brushing your teeth with soap was like a Mr Bean episode...rofl. You are awesome bud...love your adventure vids.

@TripSmith

5 жыл бұрын

Haha! I'll take that as a compliment, I love Mr. Bean! Thanks for the great comment!

@faamecanic1970

5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely a compliment. You made me laugh Bud! And it seems you are a firefighter? I thank you for your public service dude! My dad is retired Army and Police Officer so I appreciate the sacrifice you all do! I also live in NW FL (near Pensacola) so hope to run into you one day on the river!

Great video!!!

@TripSmith

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas!!!

awsome video thanks for shareing

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching and commenting!

would love to see a video on dehydrating. Been wanting to get into that, but not sure what all to buy.

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

I've actually already filmed 90% of a dehydrating video. I just need to finish it up and edit it.... I should have it up soon! Glad you're interested, it's fun and healthy!

@michaelmccullough1726

8 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear, can't wait to watch it. I've gotten into Kayak fishing, for adventure and to lose weight. Lost 24LBS in 3 months, still got 100lbs more to go lol. But its been fun and wondering. River at 5am is beautiful. Wanting to do the hydrating thing, may also see about doing my own bars. Thinking about doing some of the 3-day trips like you as well. Not sure i will, to be honest camping at night anywhere by myself, expecially in middle of nowhere is frighten a little. But maybe work up to it:) Anyways thanks for the reply. And awesome videos

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Congrats on loosing the weight! That's pretty good! The dehydrating is good for kayaking and eating healthy as well. Nothing like eating apple chips.... I haven't tried bars but I have made my own granola in the over. Really simple... Google it. You'll get there. Really nothing to it. You just have to get it into your head that there is really nothing much out there that is wanting to hurt you. You're welcome! I try to respond to most all of my comments.

I enjoy all of the videos that you do but after watching the lower pea river trip I noticed you talking about how you wanted a kayak with a day hatch and also a skeg versus the rudder setup also you were talking about a WS tempest I saw a great KZread video comparing Chatham 17 and tempest 17 basically here's the break down lots of gear and slow flat water tempest high currents high wind high energy in the water Chatham but both hold value extremely well I know of a yellow Chatham 17 in Pensacola Craigslist for $700 just to let you know

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+David Wagner Thanks David! You know, I've seen that exact same video and it's really a good one. If it were not for that video I probably would have already snatched up that Necky kayak you are talking about lol. I saw it but I'm holding out for what I'd like to use for long term. I know if I got that one I'd probably end up looking for another. In the video he talks about how the Necky has a smaller hull and not as much internal storage which is fairly important to me. They both seemed to be about the same speed to.... Thanks for mentioning it though, I really appreciate that.

Bath and body works has a candle that is sunblock scent. It’s called like coastal or something like that. They have changed the name a couple times over the years but the ladies in the store alway know which one I’m talking about. Lol

@TripSmith

5 жыл бұрын

Oh cool lol I'll have to hit those ladies up!

7 years ago, man time flys!

@TripSmith

Жыл бұрын

Yes it sure does..... Make those memories!

Great videos! I was just wondering what your average speed was on the kayak

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jack! I appreciate that! I really haven't measured it... I believe about 3 mph. Then you have to take into account the speed of the current. Tough to do when rivers vary in speed....

Great video! I see myself in this....it looks good in edited video but the reality is something diffrent... Keep it up! =)

@TripSmith

8 жыл бұрын

+Magnus Persson Glad you enjoyed it Magnus! Haha, you're right about that! I'll keep filming as long as people keep watching, commenting and sharing. Thanks for the comment!