Hello from Brampton. All I can say is WOW, you are a real trooper. That was a trek, I agree with the "no music out here" unwritten rule. Great video, you inspired me to gather my gear and enjoy some longer hikes this summer. Thanks for sharing.
Did that trail in 2022 as well but was with a group of cadets. We found a 12 man tent about 5km into the bush and because one of us touched it, our officer made us hike it out lol. Heavy poles but very worth it to clean up the trail. Good work!
Thanks for video! I'm going to hike the loop around Maggie, Minnow, Eu Lake this year and wanted an idea of the terrain. I think I'll plan two nights instead of one. :) Great video!
Congrats on your first solo trip!!! If you want to do a trail that will leave you breathless with the terrain and the stunning scenery then check out the La Cloche Silhouette Trail in Killarney. It's harder than the Western Uplands but you spend less time in the "green tunnel" and get more stunning vistas. You can check out my May 2022 adventure around the loop on my channel for more information. It's titled "Solo on the Silhouette". I'd recommend a minimum of 5 nights but I find 7 nights allows more time to enjoy the campsites. PS...I agree with your no music stance!
@@shannysteele You won't regret it. Just factor in manageable distances and take as many nights/days as you can. I'm heading back for my third solo loop the first week in May 2023.
Congrats Shannon on your first bp trip alone! I agree that loud music is not enjoyable out in the woods, you go to escape that sh_t when you’re out there. Look forward to seeing more videos of your outdoor adventures !
Re the "orange algae" you noticed in the creek - not sure if you got around to looking it up, but it's actually likely to be iron staining. This is an indication of groundwater inputs to the creek, because groundwater picks up iron from the rock and then when the water discharges to a creek the iron oxidizes due to atmospheric oxygen (which is absent/limited underground) or due to bacteria. When it oxidizes it forms a precipitate with that characteristic rusty orange colour. It could also be an algae but I'm not too sure.
Awesome you went on your first solo! Great video, I totally agree - NO MUSIC IN THE PARK!! General loud boisterous behaviour and yelling is unwelcome as well. We were on a peaceful morning paddle through Ragged Lake on our way out of the park a couple of weeks ago, and went by a group at a site just blasting music. Every site we saw was occupied, so they must have been disturbing a huge number of people. So selfish.
@jennamarie2353 creepy?? You ladies need to grow a pair. If you're this paranoid, theres meds for that or just dont pertend to be backpackers when you're still afraid of the boogie man, lol 😁
@charlottesmith7363 hey it's time to put your big girl pants on and stop acting like a victim. Algonquin is a public park and if you're to chicken shit bring a man.
Wtg Girl ... I have not been brave enough to do a Algonquin Park solo trip yet u ROCK .. it's a bucket lister been hitting the park for 15 years.. great vid
@@shannysteele Seeing alot of women solo tripping in Algonquin and other places on youtube. Is this just a brave new generation of women? A bit disappointed in the Dereks
@@alexs3447 been brave enough not brave enough I was being nice dude .. anyways not going to be negative on here ... I'm not dcared of nothing sicilian power .. lol
Your ' French ' is perfect . There is a park rule banning disturbing noise of any kind. Too bad those types of people come to Algonquin. Would like to see you hike to Ermine or Maple Leaf
Hello from Brampton. All I can say is WOW, you are a real trooper. That was a trek, I agree with the "no music out here" unwritten rule. Great video, you inspired me to gather my gear and enjoy some longer hikes this summer. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! I hope you get out there and enjoy some great trails soon!
Did that trail in 2022 as well but was with a group of cadets. We found a 12 man tent about 5km into the bush and because one of us touched it, our officer made us hike it out lol. Heavy poles but very worth it to clean up the trail. Good work!
This is awesome!! Solo backpacking trips are amazing! Looking forward to more of your videos!
Thanks so much! I’ve got some trips planned for next season and can’t wait!
Thanks for video! I'm going to hike the loop around Maggie, Minnow, Eu Lake this year and wanted an idea of the terrain. I think I'll plan two nights instead of one. :) Great video!
Wow, just found this video!! Love it that you’re a hammock camper too!!
Congrats on your first solo trip!!! If you want to do a trail that will leave you breathless with the terrain and the stunning scenery then check out the La Cloche Silhouette Trail in Killarney. It's harder than the Western Uplands but you spend less time in the "green tunnel" and get more stunning vistas. You can check out my May 2022 adventure around the loop on my channel for more information. It's titled "Solo on the Silhouette". I'd recommend a minimum of 5 nights but I find 7 nights allows more time to enjoy the campsites. PS...I agree with your no music stance!
Thanks! I’ve been debating trying La Cloche! It looks like a good challenge! I’ll check out your video. It will help make the decision!
@@shannysteele You won't regret it. Just factor in manageable distances and take as many nights/days as you can. I'm heading back for my third solo loop the first week in May 2023.
Going to hike that trail some day thanks for showing me the way.
Your description of the tree growing on top of the boulder is hilarious
Hehe it’s what I saw! 🤪
Backpacking sure gives you a different perspective of the park. So far I've only done canoe trips but maybe one day I will try one of the trails.
I think I enjoy the canoe more lol my legs sure were tired by the end 🤪
Love the video makes me feel like I'm back up there, btw yessss I agree no damn music. We go to nature to escape the loud music and relax in silence.
Thank you, missed your videos.
Congrats Shannon on your first bp trip alone! I agree that loud music is not enjoyable out in the woods, you go to escape that sh_t when you’re out there. Look forward to seeing more videos of your outdoor adventures !
Thanks James! You’re totally right. It’s supposed to be an escape!
Those little map things are cool. They definitely didn't have them when we went to this area in 2010.
Thankful they had them this time! Lol
Re the "orange algae" you noticed in the creek - not sure if you got around to looking it up, but it's actually likely to be iron staining. This is an indication of groundwater inputs to the creek, because groundwater picks up iron from the rock and then when the water discharges to a creek the iron oxidizes due to atmospheric oxygen (which is absent/limited underground) or due to bacteria. When it oxidizes it forms a precipitate with that characteristic rusty orange colour. It could also be an algae but I'm not too sure.
Thanks Duncan! That’s exactly what I found when I looked it up. Such a cool thing to see!
Great video fellow hiker! I really enjoyed it! Looking forward to more adventures!!!🙂
Thank you so much!
Algonquin Park is a beautiful !
Looks like a great trip!
Thanks. Great video.
You go Shannon, Absolutley LOVED your video! Very funny comments about Ad...lmfao
This is Karen making this comment!
Thanks for watching guys! ❤️❤️❤️
Literally gonna be doing this EXACT hike solo this summer. Thanks for the preview! I hope I’m as confident as you 😂
How did it go??? ❤
Nice job! Congratulations on the first solo trip 👏
Thanks Devon! It’s was an awesome feeling to accomplish by myself!
@@shannysteele absolutely an accomplishment! How was sleeping? That’s the only part I still struggle with a bit while solo 😅
This was my first solo trip 12 years. It's totally epic
That’s amazing!
Awesome you went on your first solo! Great video, I totally agree - NO MUSIC IN THE PARK!! General loud boisterous behaviour and yelling is unwelcome as well. We were on a peaceful morning paddle through Ragged Lake on our way out of the park a couple of weeks ago, and went by a group at a site just blasting music. Every site we saw was occupied, so they must have been disturbing a huge number of people. So selfish.
Haha right! What is with ppl these days? Thanks so much for checking it out!
Looks like a long hike but the scenery was beautiful. Music is OK as long you are the only one who can hear it.
I could t agree more!
im doing this in the spring for the first time. if I came across someone as cute as you. i'd be like....this is the best backpacking trip ever lol
Well that’s one way to make solo female backpackers feel unsafe
creepy
@jennamarie2353 creepy?? You ladies need to grow a pair. If you're this paranoid, theres meds for that or just dont pertend to be backpackers when you're still afraid of the boogie man, lol 😁
@charlottesmith7363 hey it's time to put your big girl pants on and stop acting like a victim. Algonquin is a public park and if you're to chicken shit bring a man.
pretty trail
Wtg Girl ... I have not been brave enough to do a Algonquin Park solo trip yet u ROCK .. it's a bucket lister been hitting the park for 15 years.. great vid
Thank you! I definitely felt accomplished and tired lol
@@shannysteele Seeing alot of women solo tripping in Algonquin and other places on youtube. Is this just a brave new generation of women? A bit disappointed in the Dereks
@@alexs3447 dissapointed in me ? Lol .. I been going with a buddy for 15 years .. I am not scared and more then skilled enough thanks. Budday
@@derekgraziano9499 You said yourself you're not 'brave' enough to go solo. Most canoers do have the skills but can't get up the nerve to do it.
@@alexs3447 been brave enough not brave enough I was being nice dude .. anyways not going to be negative on here ... I'm not dcared of nothing sicilian power .. lol
Gorgeous
Your ' French ' is perfect . There is a park rule banning disturbing noise of any kind. Too bad those types of people come to Algonquin.
Would like to see you hike to Ermine or Maple Leaf
Thanks Alex! I’ll check out those lakes. Have you been to them before? Maple Leaf looked like it would have been a nice place to stop!
@@shannysteele Never been but they have been stocked with splake and i'd like you to try fishing for them.
Good trip.
You need Compeed in your first aid kit.
What is Compeed? I’ll check it out!
That's a great trek to the beautiful lake! Do you have protection with you in the event of any type of predatorial wildlife?
Not yet! Come across a few bears but they are more afraid of us than we are of them!
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Great video! 16k is a lot of hiking in the bush. Do you have bear spray with you? Did you encounter any bears or wolves?
Come across a few bears while canoeing but they usually stick to themselves!
What time of year was this?
Which site number did you stay at?
hey boss 😁
LOL
I think 🤔 no music
NOOOO Music 100%
just leting you know next time dont put your cam on fast forward as i got very dizzy and could not watch all your vid as i felt sick from your cam
You are very beautiful Do you have a friend, lover or husband
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Great question S10. But i don't think you will get an answer
Lmao