W. O. W. I've watched hundreds of hiking videos, maybe thousands in the last year since I got into hiking and backpacking, and this is the absolute best thing I've ever seen. Period. The explanation of the power of thoughts and energy combined with SPECTACULAR videography is perfect! I will watch this several times and I look forward to watching more of your videos. You have enhanced my life.

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Well this might be the best comment I have ever received. Think I'll hang it on my fridge😅 Seriously thank you for sharing. So glad you enjoyed the video and appreciate the channel. There is more videos coming out soon I think you will enjoy. Take care and stay in touch🙂🙌

Great video-very well done. I was fortunate to have been the District Ranger for a little over 6 years responsible for managing the South District of Grand Teton National Park which included all of the backcountry you traversed. I have been retired for years, but have hiked that loop many, many times. You brought back so many memories! Thank you for sharing your experiences. So glad you all enjoyed your experience. As you shared in your video, hiking in such wonderful places helps all who do so to maintain a better perspective of how we fit in to these special places and certainly enriches our lives at the same time. Taking the time to understand nature and the natural world leads to appreciation. Appreciation leads to protection so that those that follow us can enjoy, understand, appreciate and protect these special places so that those that follow us have opportunities to experience what we have in the future. Thanks again for sharing your experiences, your thoughts, and imagery of these special places in such a well-done fashion. By the way-I understand so well the "burger and beer" thought you shared at the end of your journey. Look forward to seeing more of your adventures. Well done.

@stepsforthesoul

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words. Your message resonated with me. I'm so glad the video brought back those fond memories. It is true. The more time you spend in those mountains, the more you appreciate them. I have always called it "nature therapy." Being out there seems to put everything into perspective. Everything just makes sense. These Parks are some of our most valuable resources. For the mental clarity it can bring to a world full of chaos. So glad you stumbled across my channel. Stay in touch. Working on a few new videos coming out soon.🙂

Great video, editing, and filming! This trail has been on my wish list for years.

@stepsforthesoul

Ай бұрын

Thank you very much! Time to bump it up your list a few spots. Spectacular country. Thanks for stopping by the channel🙂

@NatureShy

Ай бұрын

@@stepsforthesoul I sure will! My wish list is ever growing haha. It feels like no matter how many more trips and places I go to or backpack, my list just keeps growing!

Amazing!

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir! This is such a special place. Thanks for watching. Have you ever been to the Tetons?

So beautiful! Thank you.

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You're very welcome🙂

Incredible…the footage, message, music, and the flowers. So beautiful, can wait to experience it this summer!

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!!💪 it will be so epic. So glad you enjoyed the video.🙂

Thank you for sharing your amazing experience on the Teton crest trail! The scenery is gorgeous! You did a great job in hiking and shooting these beautiful moments!

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

It was such an incredible 3 days. So glad I was able to capture some of it and share with you. Im taking my daughter here this next summer and so excited to share with her! Thank you for stopping by the channel🙂

Thanks for taking us along on this amazingly beautiful trip! The music and images are definitely what every soul needs right now… well done sir! 🏔🌲🏕

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Just what the doctor ordered! Some nature therapy. I have to agree with ya there. Thank you so much for your support.

You did a great job. Couldn't stop watching it. I raised my boys hiking in GTNP every summer for some years. I miss it it so much. I like how you appreciate the little things. Now all I have are memories of our time in JH and Grand Teton. The mountains have such a healing effect on me. Thank you for such a great video.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

David welcome to the channel! You are my tribe. You get it. Its the little things that are the big things. Im taking my daughter on this hike in July and Im so excited. So glad I could take you down memory lane. The Tetons have been my therapist for years🤣

Amazing work!! After watching the video I’m ready to hike it again after I had said once was enough. It was not enough. You have to experience it to feel it.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I just by chance got permits to do this exact hike again in middle of July. Thinking bout bringing some of our kids. Your more than welcome to join cuz❤

Looked like a crazy adventure! Beautiful footage and terrain. I enjoyed all of the views lakes. Backpacking offers such freedom. The editing was perfect! You have great messages!

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! It was possibly the best 3 days Ive had in the backcountry. The edit took a loooong time. So glad you enjoyed.

Great hike and great video, thanks ❤🥾🥾

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! All the stars aligned for this hike. Such a great few days in the mountains. Thank you so much for checking out the channel!🙂

Just a spectacular video. Thanks for posting!

@stepsforthesoul

10 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it. It was such a special hike. So glad it came across in the video. Thank you for checking out the channel🙂

This was so beautiful. I especially loved your appreciation of the wildflowers. Some of the montages you caught with your camera-flowers below and mountains above-were so beautiful, I had to stop the footage and just stare at them.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Throw in thousands of butterflies and it felt like you were walking through amake believe fairytale. It makes me happy it touched you and you appreciated it. Thanks for stopping by the channel. Stay tuned. Big plans(yes more flowers😉) for this next summer👍

This video is truly a gift. Thank you for giving it to me on this cold snowy morning😍

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Shared it with your mom yesterday. It brought back all sorts of memories for her. So glad you enjoyed it.❤

The best we have ever seen, you did a great job of capturing everything. We will definitely subscribe.

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love this so much. I really wanted to try give the full immersive experience of the beauty of this place. So glad you enjoyed. Thank you so much for your support🙌

Congrats on a great video of a great hike! Sunrise on the second morning - I do not have the words for that shot, except to say thank you. Never heard of this trail, gonna do it now someday.

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words. Im so glad that 2nd morning came across in the video. It was so spectacular. All 3 days were so incredible. The TCT is a must. If you need any help with the logistics of it let me know🙂 Thanks for checking out the channel.

Agree with other comments !!! Best backpacking video on KZread!!! Thank you guys for this !!!!!!!!!

@stepsforthesoul

8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this incredible comment. I needed a lil pick me up today. So glad the video found its way to you. I just point the camera and the Tetons did the rest. Welcome to the channel. So glad you're here

Absolutely epic production. For real, man, NICE JOB. As a thru hiker, this is top shelf content that touches on all the aspects of long distance hiking and done so well. Cheers, mate. Keep 'em coming. Wanna see you get 1000s more subscribers.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Well if only I had 1000s more Chris's. YT is kinda tough to get into. But yes, gonna keep cranking out some videos. Some big plans for this summer. Thank you so much for your encouragement! This was my biggest project yet. The Tetons have been my playground since a kid so I had to do them right. Im so glad you enjoyed it.

My goodness! We surely missed the flowers by about a month. What an incredible time on earth either way. Thanks for posting on my video and getting me hip to your channel.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Yes the memories of this hike are getting me through a loooong winter. Got permits to do it again middle of July this year. Welcome to the channel. Thanks for stopping by. Looking forward to more of your videos.

New subscriber here. Your content is amazing. Just wow!

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Mona! Im so glad you enjoy the videos🙂 Thank you for checking out the channel and your kind words. I have a few new videos in the works so standby🙂🙌

Great job highlighting the beauty of the Teton Crest Trail and the fun of doing it with a bunch of friends. I'll have to use your "burger and beer" cadence next time I am having a near death experience at the end of hiking an epic trail. A very enjoyable video! Thanks!!

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

😂 several people have told me the same thing. Maybe someday the mountains will be echoing " burger... beer..." from all the exhausted hikers! This was a fantastic hike. Im so glad it came through in the video and you enjoyed it. Thanks for your kind words and stopping by the channel🙂

So you finally made it :) excellent !

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh between Premiere Pro and uploading to KZread it was painful. But yes glad it is finally done. Thank you!

Holy shit this video blew me away! Definitely need to experience this!

@stepsforthesoul

Ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it. There is magic in those mountains. I hope you get to see them with our own eyes. Thanks for checking out the channel🙂

Wow. Great vid. It’s still one of my favorite backpack places ever. You guys put down some good mileage each day! Those lakes are cold as well!

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It would have been nice to have one extra day to lessen the mileage. But yes jumped in every lake except Schoolroom Glacier. Not a fan of swimming with icebergs. Thanks for stopping by👍

@MoutainGuyAdventures

2 жыл бұрын

@@stepsforthesoul Yup. Schoolroom would be crazy cold!

The tetons are under rated. Beautiful, very wild.. Incredible camping. Very dangerous.

@stepsforthesoul

11 ай бұрын

💯 agree. Something amazing around every corner. The weather has been very treacherous for me on many occasions. But if you can catch a clear day in the Tetons then life is pretty good. Thanks for checking out the channel🙂🙌

Fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Sir!🤙

WOW is all I can say this was Absolutely one of the best Videos on the Teton Trail I have seen Absolutely. me and 2 others are hiking the Teton Next Fall and this by far is the best I have seen.

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Well thank you so much for your kind words. I put alot of effort into this one and Im so glad you enjoyed it! You all are going to have the best time. Hit me up with any logistical questions🙌

@jonhall398

Жыл бұрын

@@stepsforthesoul loved the end (Burger and Beer) Burger and Beer. I am stoked about this by far this was the Best Video to watch on that Trail. So how did you get back to your Car. You started at Teton Village ended at Stringer Lake

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

@@jonhall398 🤣 yes when you are walking out that last day you know that is going to be going through your head. Yes the first day we drove a vehicle over to String Lake and dropped it off before going up the tram at Teton Village. I know a guy that does a shuttle service if you need one.

Insane location and fantastic video! I know a lot of effort goes into it, but personally, it really helps on planning. Thanks!!!

@stepsforthesoul

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! Yes so much work but it makes it all worthwhile when it connects with somebody. Thanks for checking out the channel. Best of luck on your adventure. Hit me up with any logistic questions.🙂

@hikingmule

9 ай бұрын

@@stepsforthesoul Thanks!! Couple quick ones... would you recommend your route or would suggest changes? Are the camp spots easy to find or did they fill up fast?

@stepsforthesoul

9 ай бұрын

@hikingmule yes my route is the best to get the whole experience. Riding up the Teton Village Tram is a great jump off point. Reservations fill up fast. Get on Rec.gov in January and get camps at Death Canyon Shelf and North/South Cascade Canyon. You can camp in Alaska Basin with no reservation needed to help make the distances work out. Id recommend 4 days instead of the 3 days we did it in.

Been looking to step up to my first multiday hike, and have been to signal mountain many years, I really want to try and get a permit, and rope some friends into doing this hike. Amazing video, thanks for some more inspiration!

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I just took my daughter on this hike this year and made some incredible lifelong memories. So first of the year get on their website and try to get some permits in July or August. Your looking for Death Canyon Shelf and North/South Cascade Canyon. A good backup option recquiring no permit is Alaska Basin which gives you access to alot of this area. Best of luck! I hope you make it happen👊

@balkamp8888

Жыл бұрын

@@stepsforthesoul sweet man! Thanks for the info!

Epic. That's all I can say.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

👍💪🤟⛰️🏕🙏

Amazing piece of work! Nicely done. What month did you hike , what route and what kind of camera did you used. Thanks for a beautiful video.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Put alot of time into this one. Im so glad you enjoyed it. This hike was done middle of July 2021. We started at the South end(Rendezvous Peak) and headed North for 40 miles coming out at String Lake. I tried to label key areas in the video to give you an idea of the route. This was all filmed with a GoPro Hero 9. Hope you get the chance to see it with your own eyes someday.

Wow!!! Great video! Magnificent scenery!

@stepsforthesoul

6 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you so much. The Tetons are next level. Such an incredible place🙂

@SummitSeeker546

6 ай бұрын

@@stepsforthesoul another couple quick questions. The production of your videos are of the highest quality. What gear, GoPro, Cell Phone, camera, did you use to shoot the videos and what were your settings, ie 4K @60 fps, etc.? Lately I’m noticing editing software seems to matter. What software do you use? Thx!

@stepsforthesoul

6 ай бұрын

@SummitSeeker546 yeah for sure. I'm not a professional by any means. I use a GoPro Hero 10(4k 60 fps so I have the option to slow down footage if needed). Not alot of experience with cameras tbh. I got super lucky with the conditions for this hike. 2 week window with no smoke and peak wildflowers. I use Premiere Pro for the editing side. I still have so much to learn, but Im glad you enjoyed🙌🙂

@SummitSeeker546

6 ай бұрын

@@stepsforthesoulhad to watch it again it was sooo good! You definitely captured the beauty and put beautiful music to it. What library of music did you access? My buddies and I are loving your vibe! Keep it coming! What’s on the agenda for next year? We have an 8-9 day Grand Canyon trip in March with some short pack rafting to get to the other side and a Wind River Range trip we are discussing routes. I’m leaning towards a traverse but we’d have to carry 10+ days of food. Stoked on getting back on trail!

@stepsforthesoul

6 ай бұрын

@SummitSeeker546 music is so tricky. Finding the right piece to match the footage is tough. I use Musicbed. Ive been eyeballing that Wind River high route. North to South. 9+ days. It would be so epic. Ive been in Green River Lakes, Titcomb Basin, and Cirque of the Towers but to piece them all together would be perfect. Im think Canada next year. Banff and Mt. Assiniboine. Stoked you all are enjoying the channel. Itching to get another video out from a hike in the Sawtooths. Stay tuned🙂

I’m planning to do this trail with a group of buddies for our senior trip this summer. This video made me even more stoked. GREAT VIDEO MAN!!!

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh you are going to have thee best time! Im doing it again middle of July. When are you going? Thank you for checking out the channel🙂

@Landsmal10

2 жыл бұрын

We are going right at the end of June. Just hoping the weather will work out in our favor🙏🏻

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Just plan on some snow crossings on Hurricane Pass/Paintbrush Divide then. Make sure you jump in a few lakes too. If you have any logistical questions or need other ideas for the area hit me up👍

@Landsmal10

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! How do the backcountry permits work? I’m not sure if somehow the spots are already taken or not but certain campgrounds don’t have openings for certain days we are gonna be on trail.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

@@Landsmal10 ok so they open permits on rec.gov on Jan 1st. They release half the campsites to early reservation and they go FAST. Especially July and August. The other half are saved for walkups. The day of your hike you can walk in to the visitors center get these permits. Once again they go very quick. Death Canyon Shelf and the North/South Cascade sites are popular for people doing the Crest Trail due to their distance from each other. An option that might work for ya is get a site at Alaska Basin. No permit needed. Its what I had to do to link my Death Canyon site and my North Cascade site. Sorry long response. Hit my email up for more info👍

What a quality production, thank you for sharing! My two sons in-laws and two grandsons are hiking the trail right now so your video helped me overcome some fears and gave me valuable information as well as 30 minutes in my day to relax, be aware and enjoy the beauty of God‘s world. Curious what you took to eat to sustain you for that length of time?!?

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Your grandkids are making lifelong memories right now. Do not worry(too much) The Tetons are an incredible place. Food is a bunch of Mountain House meals(dehydrated foods) oatmeal, coffee, granola bars. After a few days on the trail it fors get rough. Thank you for checking out the channel!🙂

Best video I’ve seen of the TCT! Beautiful and inspiring! The flowers were out of control❤ What was the dates of this trip? I’m looking to hike this and trying to time it with the peak bloom too

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Wow thank you so much! The Tetons have always been such a special place for me and I really wanted to capture the essence of them. Im so glad you enjoyed it. So this was done mid July. Depending on snow levels, this is when the flowers are peaking. So mid to late July is kind of the "goldilocks" time. Usually the wildfire smoke hasn't come in yet either. Best of luck to you. Thanks for stopping by the channel🙌🙂

@enteringhappiness

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the advice and good luck wishes! Booked my flight and we will be on trail July 22. Fingers crossed for no smoke and lots of 💐

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

Might just be perfect timing. Its up to the mountain gods now. Either way it is going to be such a great experience for you. So exciting. Let me know how it goes for ya!

Great video! What month did you guys end up hiking the trail if you don’t mind me asking?

@stepsforthesoul

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! We lucked out with 3 days of no weather and wild fire smoke. Peak wildflower conditions as well. We hiked July 18th-21st. Wildflower timing varies from year to year based on previous winters snowpack. Thanks for checking out the channel🙂

WOW - great camera work, editing, and music. Fine mates you have there!

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!!! Thank you. They are some pretty good companions in the backcountry.

Hey! Looks amazing. When did you go?

@stepsforthesoul

6 ай бұрын

The weather Gods were in our favor. We caught a 3 day window with no wildfire smoke and peak flower conditions. This hike was done middle of July. Highly recommended. Thanks for stopping by the channel!🙂

amazing stuff!! What month did yall do this hike?

@stepsforthesoul

21 күн бұрын

Yeah it’s was pretty special. This was mid July. No wildfire smoke and wildflowers goin off!

What time of year did you guys hike? Planning for next year!

@stepsforthesoul

11 ай бұрын

This video was mid-July. Each year is different, but there is a 3 week premium window. Mid July to 1st week of August. The passes have melted out, and the flowers are booming. Alot of pressure for permits this time of year. Shoot for Death Canyon Shelf and North/South Cascade camping zones. If unsuccessful, look into Fox Creek Pass and Alaska basin camping areas( no permit needed) to make your trip work. Best of luck! Let me know how it goes🙂

Amazing! What month and dates did you go?

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Im so glad you enjoyed. We did this hike July 17th-19th 2021. Anytime July and August is primo time of year for the TCT. I love July cause the flowers are poppin and less chance of smoke👍

Ive got to hit this trail.......did you stay the night in Jackson Hole before heading out??? How was the permit process?

@stepsforthesoul

4 ай бұрын

Yes you do! I lived a couple of hours from Jackson Hole so we drove up the morning of. You pick up your permits at the GTNP ranger station the morning of the hike. You will need to stage a car at String Lake or find a shuttle service to bring you back to trailhead. Permits are open now and in high demand. Get online and see if you can find permits for Death Canyon Shelf, and North Cascade Canyon. Alaska Basin is a good permit free spot between those two. Hope it all works out for ya. Reach out to me on IG with any other questions.

Great footage. What time of year was this ?

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We had thee most perfect conditions. Got so lucky. 3 day window with no smoke. This hike was done middle of July last year.

@patrickcomac4053

2 жыл бұрын

@@stepsforthesoul I jumped the gun and asked to soon ha. It was said in the video that it was July. I’m going in September this year and looking forward to it.

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

September is a great time of year in the Tetons. You are onna have a blast!

What Month was this trip done in?

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

This was done mid July of 2021. Wildfire smoke was already an issue but got super lucky with 3 days of clear skies on this hike.

If I have to die somewhere, and at 60, that seems likely, I’d like to be carried up to Death Canyon and see all that as I close my eyes.

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

❤️ I love this and the feeling is mutual. I have never felt more connected than I have while wandering these beautiful mountains.

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

If I could carry you all the way there you know I would.💪

What time of year did you all go?

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

This was middle of July on a mild year. Got super lucky with a window of no smoke and the wildflowers were peaking. This year the snow pack is unreal so Id shoot for end of July/beginning of August. But yes, it is a place you need to see with your own eyes. Best of luck!

Hey Doc, I see what you did here (as I echo all of the positive vibes in the comments here as well as that of my own share / research within my networks) and I would love to connect: thanks so much for the inspiration which drips out of the narrative, imagery, comradery, adventure + more, and to say the least, I have an idea. I see you on LinkedIn but I do not have enough cred to connect there. I will submit a request on your website and keep my fingers crosed it finds it way to you. Alternatively, please let me know if you have any ideas on how we can connect? Cheers, David

@stepsforthesoul

6 ай бұрын

Thank you David for your kind words and your support. Im so glad the video found you and resonates with you. Oh I love a good idea. You can reach me on Instagram @stepsforthesoul or stepsforthesoul@gmail.com is a good way to connect as well. Look forward to hearing from you.🙂

What month did yall go?

@stepsforthesoul

Жыл бұрын

This was mid July. Primetime for the flowers and a very lucky 3 day window with no smoke

What month/dates was this trip??

@stepsforthesoul

2 жыл бұрын

This hike was done middle of July 2021. Got so lucky and hit a 3 day window with no smoke.

What month was this?

@stepsforthesoul

5 ай бұрын

This was middle of July. Conditions like this hike can happen a lil earlier or a lil later depending on previous winters snowpack. End of July is always a great time to shoot for this hike.

A fantastically shot video, with crappy background music. Why, why, why?

@stepsforthesoul

6 ай бұрын

Well Im glad you enjoyed the visuals. Thanks for checking out the channel🙂