Kayak Camping the Frio River - Her First Trip!
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- The Frio River is a spring fed oasis in the middle of an arid region. We spent 2 days paddling through the Texas wilderness tent camping on an island and hiking up rapids.
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Y’all are killing it! You are lucky to have a partner that is willing to go out and explore with you. Great job Lisa!
Hey Jeff thank you! It’s been fun exploring and seeing cool places with her for sure!
If you marry her, she will never have to go camping again.
@@garyfrank1521 lol
App State. Me too long ago
Ditto Jeff's comment
Back in the 80's and early 90's the Frio was such a great place to go. It was still off the radar for the most part. It never felt crowded. Sadly this place has become too popular and half the time the water is a little too shallow.
I bet it was awesome back then. Very crowded during summer now. Fall and winter are probably how it used to be. Not a soul in sight
It sure was! It's my favorite nearby state park, but in the summer it's a nightmare.
My favorite place in the whole world.. and my favorite beer too! I grew up going every summer. My husband and I have been living overseas for the last two years and I can’t tell you how much I miss the frio! Thanks for making this Garner girls day!
That’s awesome! Garner is such a wonderful place
Its always best having someone on an adventure, memories for a lifetime
I totally agree. Still have never done a solo camp
@@GatewoodBrown only if my girl would do as yours, id definitely take that opportunity...lol. keep up the good work.
Always a joy to camp with a beautiful, adventurous woman. I love to hang out with the boys, but it is special to spend the time with your girl, especially when she enjoys herself.
That’s the truth! Lisa did so well and I was surprised she enjoyed it as much as she did. Definitely pushing that comfort zone
One of my favorite places in the world. I’ve been going to the Frio since I was a kid and now we take our boys every year. Definitely recognized these locations. Looks like an awesome trip. Hope she really enjoyed the Frio
Nice! The Frio is so rad. Your boys will definitely thank you for taking them all these years. Lisa loved it out there
Great Job Lisa!!!! Enjoy every second you can exploring and thriving.
Thank you! Just shared your comment with her and she’s smiling ear to ear. She’s eager to get out there again!
I’ve been on the Frio for 49 yrs, since 71’ and have seen my share of good times. I congratulate you Lisa on your first trip. The Frio is one of nature’s wonders and will leave you wanting more every trip. Y’all be aware of high flow cause have saved a hand full of life’s. It beautiful
Wow! You've been out there for a long time, so cool! I bet it has been wild to see the changes over time. Just like you said, the frio is one of natures wonders and always draws you in. The high flows can get sketchy for sure. Not a problem this time around haha
It’s great to share an adventure with someone special. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us.
Totally agree! This will be remembered for a long time to come.
Just discovered this channel (and that kayak camping is even a thing) but man it is inspiring. Been binge watching your videos and the quality is just amazing. I’ve lived in central Texas for 10 years and didn’t know we had nature like this around.
Man these are the comments that seriously make my day. Spreading the love and getting people to consider their home waters for a day of exploring. Texas is stunning in so many ways. Thanks for watching my man’
Ive recently gotten my Wife to start liking camping. Shes been on 4 trips with me and even handled the northwest winter camping trip with me full of snow. Now she actually recommends days to go camping its really cute.
Man that’s awesome she’s asking to go more! Maybe lisa will be that way eventually haha
Hello 👋
Damn earmed my sub!
What a badass video man. So much love and time invested in to this it’s like a video story book.
Intrigued me a lot and I find it really awesome how you can do this as a couple. So nice.
Have a great day guys it was nice to find you and make you part of my “positivity intake”
Thank you so much! I love that phrase, positivity intake. Totally going to start using that and improve my life. More on the way!
I can see you and Lisa in 5 years bringing your first child with you, boy or girl being about 1 years old. And the both of you are showing him/her all the wonderment and beautiful nature around you just like you saw the first time years before.
That sounds like a dream! No doubt we will be showing our children the great outdoors. Grooming the next generation to enjoy and preserve these wonderful places
Lisa, if you go back in the spring after some good rain and the river is up a foot, it’ll be a much more exciting venture. If you could imagine.
She appreciated your comment! And now wants to try it when the river is running.
Welcome, Lisa! You're doing great and have the best tour guide of the waterways! Great video as always, Gatewood! Can't wait to see y'all's future adventures!
Thank you MM! Time to take her on a downriver adventure. Just need some rain.
Yay, Lisa! :) Nice weather and beautiful river.
She did so well!
this is such a cool look at what is usually an intimate thing between a couple. It's a joy to watch
Thank you Erik! We definitely had a good time. Wasn’t sure how it would go since this is her first camping trip lol turned out great though!
That was awesome!! Good job Lisa! I can’t wait for when I move to Texas and experience the Frio! 😁😁👍🏼👍🏼
Thank you! I’ll be sure to pass the kind words on to lisa!
looks like an amazing trip. Thanks for sharing it with all of us. I love Texas and miss it dearly.
It really was! Texas has some wonderful spots
Love my 10' Ascend. Easy to maneuver and it can carry a crap ton of gear for my wife and I. Great video. Lisa, keep battling. Spending time in the outdoors with someone you love will create priceless memories!!
The ascend paddles like a barge but is agile and carries tons of gear!
Wow, that looks absolutely stunning, living the dream!
Trying to! Haha
Howdy y’all CHEERS to Lisa & future trips! Looks like another EPIC Frio river trip for the books! Thanks for sharing xico. Good day mate!
Another epic ride down or up the frio! The land that keeps on giving
I love it !! Awesome seeing Lisa out there, braving the kayak life and camping!
Thank you! Lisa was a trooper for sure. Glad she’s down to go again!
Wow, simply beautiful. I can’t wait until this summer when I can kick it off with my first kayak an some rods! This is the most beautiful kayaking video I’ve ever seen. Great job!
Thank you for watching! Hopeful spring brings rain for flow rate
@@GatewoodBrown In your opinion, what would be the best time of year to make the trip out to Frio?
@@RyanLee1986 a week after it rains regardless of the time of year. We don’t have seasonal rains really, so it’s always a last minute trip
New sub! First time viewer. Your video and audio quality is out of this world, and your upbeat personality is seemingly genuine and easy to watch. I’ve recently started an outdoors channel, and while I’m still shooting in my phone, I can still learn a lot from watching your videos. I’m glad YT suggested it. Thanks and I hope you and Lisa are well.
Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words and best of luck with your channel. Starting is the hardest part! A lot of big time TH-camr use their phone so you’re good for a long time
Love the video; It's blessing to have our property less than 2 hrs from there.
Wow that is amazing! The Frio Canyon is definitely a special place
Really amazing scenery and the clarity of the water is just unbelivable! Thx for posting. Regards from Sweden.
It’s amazing there!
What a beautiful shot of her paddling in the very first minutes of the video. It looks like she's floating in air. For the last five years I have been paddle fishing in one form or another. I often called myself a kayaker that took a bunch of fishing crap with me. At the end of last year I found myself spending more time paddling and looking at this beautiful country we live in. Then catch a few fish to keep my man card.
It was so crazy! That water gets me every time even though I’m expecting it lol. You’re living the dream my man!
Y'all are living the dream. Thanks for another awesome video!
Thank you ORR! I appreciate you tuning in.
Props to both of you on the awesome adventure you have uploaded. Great content and video work, taking us on the ride with you. I will definitely have to subscribe
Thank you so much!
Great job Lisa. Gatewood if your life is as good as your videos show you are living the dream. Never forget how much more we have than most of the whole world and enjoy every step. Thanks again!!!
Thank you dean! Just remember that social media is never completely accurate. We live a fortunate life for sure but it’s not without tireless hours of hard work and sacrifice. We as a society are very blessed!
@@GatewoodBrown ABSOLUTELY!
Way to go Lisa. Two times a year is a terrific bond for the two of you to share. It'll help you understand Gatewood's passion for the sport. I don't know many wives that would have endured those shallows with a smile as you did. Gatewood, she's a keeper. Be Safe y'all.
Totally agree! Two times a year will be great. She really appreciated your comment so thank you for that! She smiled more than my buddies when I brought them on this stretch haha
That was so reminiscent of my summers in Mexico at the rivers. Crystal clear water and the flat oval rocks. Mesquite wood all over.
Yes! This geography is very similar to parts of Mexico!
Man, I totally dig this trip. As a native Texan (now transplant living in Colorado) and growing up taking trips to the Hill Country this hits hard! Just recently packrafted the Yampa and Green rivers and now want to experience the good ole Frio in my Kokopelli!!
Thank you Patrick! I’m jealous of your move to CO, we absolutely love going up there. The rivers you listed are on my short list. Gates of lodore are calling my name! Glad you were able to see the rivers you grew up on
Always enjoying the videos. Inspiring many to get out on the river. Thanks!
Thank you garret! That’s the goal. It’s always fun running into folks out kayaking
Lisa did a great job of canoeing for her 1st time! Probably way better than if it had been me! The water was beautiful and just peaceful! Camping is so much fun! Enjoyed your adventure until next time ! 💜💜💜💜😊
Thank you so much for the kind words! I just read your comment to Lisa and she really enjoyed it! Cheers!
Awesome trip guys, looks like you two had a great trip! Great video!
We sure did! Thanks for tuning in!
Just got into kayaking and thanks to you and Lisa I have something new on my bucket list. Nothing but positivity.
That’s awesome Tommy! Hopefully your trips go well
Great fall trip, getting out there is what it is all about. Lisa did great and two times a year is awesome. Gives you plenty of time to choose the river .
Nice video GB
Thanks Jeff! Two times a year is perfect for me. Still leaves time to take guys trips that are a bit more intense! Haha
Very nice! Welcome and congratulations on your first overnighter, Lisa! Scenery looked amazing, despite the low flow. Thanks for taking the time to share these with us, GB. Oh, and congrats on 10K!
Thanks, Michael! She was looking like one of your crew members! The scenery is stunning out there, can't wait for water to be flowing again.
Fantastic!!! Nice job Lisa!! You’re a natural!!!👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you! Lisa did awesome and really appreciated your comment!
Lisa is a keeper!
Thank you both for a very nice video.
She sure is! Thank you so much for watching, Lisa will enjoy your comment!
Woww, amazing footage and lovely relationship. The music & way you speak about the adventure at the end is dopee. Love tht follow up about your experience from you and your girl. Super cool content bro
Thank you so much! I'll be sure to pass the kind words on to Lisa, she always enjoys hearing these comments. Such a wonderful experience indeed, time to get her out there again!
I'm so glad that a friend recommended your channel to me the other day. I am really enjoying watching all your adventures and the production of your videos is top notch! Great content!
Thank you! It’s fun to have such a back catalog of videos for when people discover the channel. I appreciate you taking the time to check them out!
Family and Memories! That's all that matters....good job, mate!
That’s the truth right there!
Always doing it with a smile! Love seeing you guys kayak-camping ☺️ good job Lisa!!
Your comment made lisa smile! She’s a trooper
What a First Class adventure video! A most pleasant 14 minute interlude. So well done.
Thank you John! Stoked to have you along for the journey. Have a great day!
Oh, yes! Good to see a young couple enjoying the great outdoors. My wife of 37 years accompanied me for many a year. Now we travel in an RV. Gave up tenting many years ago. Retired now we are enjoying the fruits of our labor. The urge for adventure never goes away.
The outdoors are where it's at! RV travel looks nice. Also cool to see so many camp grounds catering to them now. Thanks for sharing! I hope we stay adventurous as well
@@GatewoodBrown I still have two kayaks and a canoe I still use. Though in my senior years I prefer my center console power boat for fishing. The love of the water remains. Best kayaking water I've experienced is the Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend. I recommend it.
The kayaks and canoes are so easy to store but having a center console is nice for reaching distant places. The Santa Elena is absolutely on my list of places to go. It looks stunning out there. A long way from Houston though!
Still impressed every time. Excellent edit, music and story being told. Another one out of the park.
Thank you, Shane! It's a labor of love. Fortunately there was a lot to work with on this trip.
The Frio river has been calling me back for decades, time to go back.
Time to go!
Spirits of high five was awesome and Lisa makes it greater
Thank you so much!
Really beautiful place and the clarity of the River. It would truly be nice if every river in the world was that clean .
No kidding! The clarity is amazing and something that’s hard to show off on video. We always drink it through filters with no worry
I’ve just started watching your channel. Lisa did an amazing job! Such a beautiful adventure
Wow thank you Katie! Glad to have you follow along. Lisa is a champ!
Beautiful video and complilation. Good job Lisa!
Honestly the first time I've heard of the Frio River. Definitely interested in visiting one day.
Thank you for the kind words! I’ll be sure to let lisa know. Yep, the Frio is amazing and kind of hidden outside Texas
Hill country, most beautiful rivers and creeks, clear water, small mountains, the best cofe in Medina city, man!! I want my Texas back.
Some of the best rivers in the world no doubt! Warm and clear is rare
Lisa did a great job and glad she said yes to going again sometime. That's a beautiful river and thank you for taking me along. Have a wonderful evening my friend.
Thank you, BF! Always enjoy having you tune in. Happy Thanksgiving!
@@GatewoodBrown I hope you have a great Thanksgiving!
Lisa you did a awesome job on your first kayak/camping trip.
Thanks mike! Lisa enjoyed your comment too!
What an amazing river, and not even that remote of a location at all. Great video man!
Yeah it’s pretty easy to access! Thanks for the kind words
Beautiful. Love Garner State Park and the Frio River. Would love to try that some day. Thanks!
Garner is paradise! Definitely worth a trip to paddle
Another great video, thanks Gatewood! Great job Lisa! I convinced my wife to go camping when we were first married, after promising her "sure, you can shower every morning." By that I meant, go jump in the river and wallow around in the shallows. I didn't know at the time that fish pooping in the river was a major issue for her. Oh well. We're still married and now I get to take the grandkids camping -- just in the backyard, for now. Enjoy your adventurous life together!
Thank you, Mike! Hey, that's my version of a shower out on the river haha. I jumped in before bed to scrub off and she was like gross! I'm sure your grand kids love the camping adventure even if it is just in the back yard for now.
Thank you to everyone for stopping by! Fall paddling trips are the best.
9 left!
Thank you, Luke! Yours is on its way as of yesterday. Cheers my man! Just updated the count from 10, now 6 available...
Lisa did such a great job!! Keep it up with the great content!! I hope me and my bf go kayaking one day here too!!
Thanks for the kind words! I’ll be sure to pass your comment along, lisa always loves reading them. Y’all will have fun!
That is one beautiful river - so clear and the area is scenic - what an adventure !!
The Frio is a special place no doubt! We are fortunate to have it relatively close by
I finally had a chance to come back and say great job Lisa, your a good sport for going on an adventure kayak camping for first time!
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Thank you, Canajian! She like your comment! Definitely including her in future adventures. Need to get her out on a downriver trip.
My goodness, I need me a Lisa of my own! What an amazingly well done documentary of your journey. I appreciate it greatly. I just bought my first Kayak at 35 years old, and am looking forward to finding some great places to hit up here around Kansas. Easiest subscription choice of my life.
I like kayaking!
There ya go! 35 years young is a perfect time to find a life partner. There should be local paddling groups too that would be a fun place to meet like minded folks
You had me at Live Oak guys! That's a great beer. My family loves the Frio. Lisa you were a trooper!!
Live oak is fantastic! And so is the Frio! And also lisa! Haha what a trip
Lisa the Frio is the most beautiful place to start.
Great video, reminds me of my wife and I. I showed her the outdoor ropes 15 yrs ago and till this day we still won't rent a cabin or house. Just us two and our two boys roughing it out. Wish yall the best.
Thank you Steven! That’s the goal. You’re very fortunate to have been spending time outdoors with the family so often!
Gatewood, I LOVE that this trip is with your Honey!!!!
It sure was a blast!
ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!!! The views r breathtaking.... I hope heaven looks like that! Thanks for taking time out of your day to post these videos, god bless u brother!
Thank you, Drew! The views are unreal out there. Have a great holiday season!
The Frio is Heaven on Earth.
Love your videos man! Very inspiring and motivating 🔥🌄
Thank you so much for watching!
She did great! It is awesome that you have someone that will do those things with you. I lived in Kerrville and loved it down there.
Yes very thankful she’s open to trying these sorts of things out! Kerville has to be one of the best centrally located places in the hill country. So close to everything
Hey 👋
Your videos. Your content. Your voice. So much to love here!
The kindest words all day, thank you! I appreciate you watching
Living the Dream !
Trying to! Haha
"Winner Winner Chicken Dinner", Lisa said she will go again!
I myself love it when the wife goes camping with me!
They’re special moments for sure!
She did a Great Job!!
Beautiful River!
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She sure did! So proud of her for stepping up and enjoying the trip
Beautiful trip! I bought your amazing dry backpack at launch! I still get lots of compliments anytime I take it out! Thank you for an affordable awesome bag!
Thank you for supporting early on with the backpack! You built the foundation for where it’s gone so far
I’ve checked out your videos!!! They’re pretty amazing man 👏👏great job on all the hard work putting into the trip. All the coordination data look ups, food check list, night check list 👏👏🤜🏽. I’m currently in Stillwater OK but am from Hondo Tx and graduated out of Uvalde Tx. I’d love to go back and plan a trip to hit up this frio spot with my sons and nephews. Would love to have like a time of devotion/testimonies with them after few hours of paddling and preparing for camp. Great 👍 job man on the encouragement
Thank you, Ruben! Hondo is so close to some amazing rivers. Definitely jealous you grew up around there! Your sons and nephews will love a trip like that.
Hey 👋
Wow that looks beautiful!
It really is!
Nice trip, beautiful river. Thanks!
Thank you for the kind words!
Looked like a great trip Gatewood! That was some amazing looking water definitely a good first adventure for her.
Hey KW! The water in that region is stunning. A little more blue than the brownish green we get in KY!
Great job Lisa! You did awesome!
Both y’all killed it my friends!
How is it that the water is so amazingly beautiful and colorful?
Thank you so much! I’ll pass those kind words on to Lisa as well. River is spring fed and rock bottom which is a great combo for clear water!
Been wanting to do this for so long, hopefully I’ll be able to buy a kayak this summer and go out
Check the used market for good prices!
another great video. Thank you for sharing. Great job Lisa!
Thanks for watching all of the videos!
Loved it. Seems so peaceful and relaxing. 👍👍
Thank you so much!
Hey man how's it going. I know you doing all right now. That is awesome that you and Lisa went kayak camping. Video showed that she was enjoying herself. Special memory you two were making. Was it her first time in a kayak too? I hope she enjoyed kayaking. I would like to go kayak camping one more time before it gets cold but I think my kayaking season is over for me right now. Awesome trip man thank you for sharing. You , Lisa and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving and be safe out there.
Hey Mack! She sure did enjoy herself. Very stoked it turned out well! You know pretty well just how sideways some of these adventures can get, and quickly too. Hopefully the warm weather comes soon!
Oh man, I really miss kayaking! I just stumbled across your channel. Oh to be young again!
Thank you so much!
Go Lisa!!! You all did a great & safe job. Looks like so much fun. I only wish I could do this.
Thanks Aaron! She did so well. Man I’m hopeful for warm weather and lots of rain. That always makes for wonderful paddling conditions
Welcome Lisa! Great job powdering throught the shallow areas. Hope you loved your first paddle and wznt to continue in future adventures. Also, congratulations on catching Gatewood, I think you got a keeper. Happy Thanksgiving ya'll.
She sure did! Like I said in the video, a lot of my buddys would have been throwing a fit! Here's to going on more adventures together. Always good to hear from you, Tom!
For you non Texans the Texas Hill Country is beautiful, with perinneal and spring fed rivers. Lost Maples State Park looks like New England in the fall.
This is the truth! It’s a wonderful spot
Miss my Frio River.
#SMTX #SEVEN8TRIPLE6
You guys are so cute and that looks like an awesome adventure.
Thank you! It was one for the books no doubt
awesome stuff! Cheers to many more outings like this one!
Cheers to many more for sure! She liked it enough to go twice per year at least
NICE!! You captured so many awesome sceneries in this video. Watched many of your vids but this one is the best of them all! SUBBED! Thanks for another grand adventure!
Thank you! It’s a target rich environment out there haha. Thanks for joining the community!!
Owww I love this adventure
Thank you!
@@GatewoodBrown you are incredible
I appreciate that!
This year’s drought really took its toll on the Frio river…
I show the flow rate at 0! So sad to watch
Just found my first kayak on Kijiji ...getting tomorrow morning....I have been waiting and I feel it came to me!! I’m soooo excited! 🥰
That'll be a fun time! Just in time for summer
So great to see your videos man! I’m stoked for you that you got to bring Lisa too, how special! As always your videos are fantastic and I’m trying to make the trek out to the hill country soon but it’s a little cold right now so I might have to wait for spring 🥶lol! Thanks for sharing man, I love your videos!
Thank you Reece! It was definitely a special trip and I’m excited for more down the road. The hill country is freezing right now, and there’s no water! Haha but we have some plans to get out there soon
In the beautiful nature, the two of you kayaking and cooking sandwiches look so great and it seems like you are seeing the main character in the movie. Thank you. Subscribe. Fighting! From South Korean TH-camr Woongkham.💝💝💝👍👍👍
Thank you WOONG! Such a nice comment and I'll be sure to share with lisa! We certainly enjoyed the trip
Way to go Lisa!
The newest River Queen in the bunch!
Very nice, sir. You're making miss San Antonio and doing my hometown proud. Fortunately, I've got my replacement paradise here in Japan. Keep making videos and I'll keep watching.
SATX is close to some very unique landscapes! Japan I’ve heard is wonderful
You did great Lisa! Hope y'all had fun
Had a blast Christopher!