Camping in the SNOW on the top of a mountain - with my dog
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.ย. 2024
- Oh my gosh, this camp had it all; the challenge, incredible views of snow capped mountains, a wild camping spot, warm cosy set up, a campfire, a wild weather change, snow, and the exquisite views of a clear morning to wake up to. This camp was honestly one of my all time favourites. This spot is in the foothills of the Southern Alps, on the South Island of New Zealand. It is the end of winter, going in to spring here, and there are still a few cold snaps and snow dumps lingering in our weather systems.
I hope that you will enjoy this camp as much as Indi and I did. Filming in these conditions on my own was very challenging so I appreciate your grace when it comes to some of the shaky footage.
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Cathy and Indi.
My Camping gear:
Green Tent: Exped Venus 2 Tent
Orange Tarp: Stoneycreek tarp
Hiking Mat: Exped Downmat
Sleeping Bag: Sea to Summit Trek 2 sleeping bag
Cooking System : Firemaple Star X1
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Nice...Dog, food, and Fire...
All the ingredients for a good camp ⛺️ 👍 thanks for watching
I am 70 years old and still enjoy hiking and camping solo in the mountains of Colorado. The body sure will do more than you think it can!
Awesome 👍 long may that be 🙂
I invited my ex-classmate in college, class of '85 for camping, he replied he got problem of darkness and prefer to stay at home due to "aging" 🤭
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Always love locations you choose…Roxy lives very well
Thank you. I always hope the locations will work out and this time it went to plan… phew 😎
I❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ your. Videos. I. Wach. All. Them. And I enjoy. All of them you r. So brave 9am in u.k.
Thank you so much 😀
That looks so cool , it doesn't get much better than that.
Oh yes I totally agree!
Hi Cathy wieder so ein wunderschönes Video und soviel Schnee. Bei uns in Deutschland sind zur Zeit 30 Grad. Ich freu mich schon auf das nächste Video von dir und Indi. Liebe Grüsse aus dem fernen Deutschland
Vielen Dank. Ich freue mich sehr, dass dir das Video gefallen hat. Den Geräuschen nach ein ziemlicher Kontrast zu Ihrem Wetter.
During the fast forward breakdown segment I heard the theme from benny hill in my head. It was great. Love the channel.
Thanks Perry.
Hi Cathy what a beautiful Awesome Scenery love the way you put your tent it’s Amazing scenery I live in Canada in a small town Bethany 😊
Thank you so much. Bethany looks like a lovely place. I had to google it 😄
I love when Indy is with you
Me too 🥰
Thoroughly enjoyed your video, certainly a winters wonderland😊
Thanks a much. I’m glad you enjoyed it 😁
Love this camping spot and the surrounding.
Thanks, I was so happy to find it.
What a beautiful white snowy morning. You are so lucky to be out there in nature thank you for sharing so we can all be there too.
I loved this trip. Glad to share it with others.
TRULY Loved this Vid👍💯
Thanks for bringing "Indi 😍✌️😎
Thanks Vivian. I loved having her along for the adventure 🙂
Good dog, nice markings
Thanks Riley Coyote 😊👍
What a spectacular location. Loved every bit of this. Wonderful seeing Indy back with you again too. She was so cute in her sleeping bag! ❤😊❤
Oh yes she loves her adventures, but loves being snuggled up and warm too. Notice how the second the sleet and snow hits she is safely in the tent, lol. Thanks for watching and commenting. Cathy
I loved this duo. kiss. beautiful 🇧🇷
Thank you 🙂 I am glad you enjoyed the video.
Really like it❤
Thanks so much 👍😊
That pack looks ginormous,- you carried that all up the mountain, girl you are tough! And filming on the way,- you make it look easy!
Oh my gosh, Yes! Camping in winter with a dog who feels the cold and when you want to be cosy and comfortable yourself, is a recipe for a monsterous load. I have a bivvy bag now and summer is approaching, so I will have to do some light weight trips. My body will appreciate it for sure.
Hi it’s me again watching another of your video. I can’t do much anymore. I’m a very sick girl. That’s why I love watching you. Louise
Hello again. I am so pleased that you enjoy watching the videos Louise. I hope they can bring you a small amount of escape during what sounds like a really tough time for you.
Just came across your video..Spent some time in Christchurch back in 2006 from the UK. what an amazing place New Zealand is miss looking at those mountains...Stay Safe..Thanks for the memories.
You are so welcome Gary. I am thrilled that you can reminisce through my videos. One of the things I love about NZ is the diversity of the landscape within such proximity. I hope to head away to some different places this summer. Watch this space.
Thanks for sharing!
You are welcome.
Just finished watching your other video,and found this one also lol!
That's great. That one was a great trip. I was so happy to get snow as it is hard to come by anywhere close to where I live, without a tremendous amount of effort.
I wonder.... if you ever get the inkling to sing: "the hills are alive...with the sound of music"? LOL That's what I think when I see the surrounds you are in here. Just lovely
😂 I talk to myself a lot and yes, occasionally break into song. Not that song yet, but never say never
Recently found your channel, you are inspirational and love the way you are constantly appreciating the moment and the beauty around you, paying mind to past experiences but not dwelling on the negatives, and being prepared enough to not worry about what may happen next, that’s a skill I admire, wishing you lots more happy adventures with Indy, thank you for sharing 💕
Thanks, that is a really nice thing to comment on, I appreciate it Claire. Cheers, Cathy
Hey Indy, woops, i meant Cathy. Nope, i found out it was Cathy Indy is the fury one... lmao.. loved it. P.s. dont ever edit those moments out 😂
Fantastic mountain hike,camp.
He he, I didn't realise how funny I had made that mix up until I was editing it and like you I thought, yeah, that shouldn't be edited out. We should be able to laugh at ourselves and not take ourselves too seriously. Glad you enjoyed the video.
another great vid...looking forward to a spring camp!...cheers
Thank you! Yes me too 🙂
Thank you cathy & indi ❤
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Hi great video also got a fire Maple what you can do. You can get gas canister, legs that fits on the bottom of the canister itself that makes it more stable and uneven ground .Keep on making great videos.
Thanks for the tip, I'll look into that. And thanks for the encouragement.
Great video. Fantastic spot surrounded by the mountains. South Island of NZ has beautiful scenery. Thank you.
Thanks. It really was an incredible spot. I think I got lucky (plus a lot of looking at weather forecasts and topo maps mind you) because I image in the wind that spot would be nasty.
Thank you yet again. I adore watching your videos. Thank you so much Cathy and Indi 😊😊😊😊😊😊
You are SO welcome. Comments like yours really make my day. Thank you.
Hey How Are You Doing. May The Lord Be With You Always Gainesville, Florida
I am doing very well 🙂 and thank you very much.
Beautiful scenery. What a lovely camping trip. The chili wrap looked amazing. And wow a painted rock on your way up. So cool. Always enjoy your trips with Indi. She is such a love bug and has so much fun with you. She always looks so cozy in her sleeping bag. See you on the next adventure.
Thanks Nancy. Oh yes I know Indi is so cute when she snuggles up in the tent. I love taking her along on trips when I can. The painted rock was nice. Put there by someone else to inspire others I would say, and a nice message I thought.
One of the greatest camping shots on you tube--frontal frame through the blowing snow and through the campfire with the tarp and tent in the background and all this framing your smiling face. I had missed this previously--one of my goals, to camp in the snow. The rugged beauty of New Zealand shines forth gorgeously.
Oh my gosh, yes! When you put it like that it reminds me how lucky I was that it all fell into place and I scored such a fantastic spot and experience. I LOVED this!
Loved every bit of your video!!❤❤❤
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that.
I agree...awesome trip! Thank you Cathy and Indi!
It was our pleasure ❄️🙂🔥⛺️ thanks Linda 🙂
Hello Cathy and Indi, i’m new to your channel. I love this camping trip it’s so beautifull at the topps. And indi such a sweet girl . ❤Thank for sharing
Thanks Arlette. Welcome to the channel. I hope you enjoy watching.
Oh Cathy, it was soooo beautiful up there! Thanks for showing us.
You are welcome, glad to be able to share it.
dog running away when you mentioned kale was pricless🤣
I know, funny hey?! 🤣 I think she’s learnt that response from my two kids. I get given stick from them all the time for how I sneak healthy whole foods into family meals. They’ll thank me one day👍
amazing video and good efforts. Love from India. keep rolling
Thank you so much 😁
Thanks!
Love these videos , and your accent 😊.
thanks
Thanks for taking us on another journey with you in New Zealand. The 360 view of the snow capped mountains were stunning. It looked like the perfect camp for you :) Greg and I really appreciate you taking the time to film your trips. It's really relaxing and therapeutic for us. We went on a holiday to New Zealand in 2019 for the 1st time and we stayed in Queenstown. I cried on the last day we were there because I knew I wouldn't be able to get back there for a long time. We still haven't been able to get back there because of inflation and price of living. I hope one day I can go back and maybe cross paths in the mountains with you :) 🌺😃
Oh I do hope too that you get back here one day. I am so touched to know your trip to NZ was so enjoyable that you were emotional to leave. Hopefully you can enjoy it from afar on my journeys while you wait.
@@adventureot Yes, I do enjoy them! Thank you
The landscape in NZ is breathtaking. Reminds me of Switzerland and Canada. Just beautiful. Subbed.
We do have some spectacular places here for sure. I have never been to either Switzerland or Canada but both are on my list as they too look like gorgeous places to visit.
Often say this too as an Aussie who's travelled to all of those places, NZ is very very similar
Isn’t it great when the weather does what you want it to? Super camp. Look forward to the next one. Thank you.
Oh yes, absolutely! Thanks Paul 😁
Thank you for taking us with you. The majestic horizon, small fire to keep you and yours warm, really enjoyed this video.
I am so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to say so.
Nice 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍
Thank you 🙂
Here’s a recipe you might like.
Heat diced chicken in peri peri spices and olive oil. Throw in any stir fry and when you feel it’s time, cook it until stir fry is wilted. Toast some ciabatta and serve the chicken and stir fry on top. Drizzle some Nando’s sauce to your liking. Magnifico. 😉
Simple but effective.
Sounds delicious, thanks 🙂
What a beautiful location, wherever you are in the world.
Solo hiking and camping is something I would love to do, but don’t have the confidence.
I’m in New Zealand. Of all the places in the world to solo camp this is probably one of the best, no predators, and lots of great places to explore.
@@adventureot sounds amazing! People go solo camping here in the UK, but I’m not sure I could. You’re very lucky!
Amazing trip 😊
Thank you so much!
What a spectacular spot for a camp with your fur buddy. Your can't beat solo camping. Subbed 🤙
Cheers 🙂 you are so right, gotta love a great camping spot. I was so pleased I found this one.
I had to start video again!.. sometimes I like to watch late like I'm there too and fall asleep 😅
Good idea. If I can put people to sleep I'm happy (lol)
❤Sooo beautiful camping video very nice food looks so delicious from fiji island ❤❤❤
It was very tasty
@@adventureot Yes i know. Most welcome
Camping in the snow is waaaay better than camping in the rain. 😃
Oh yes I think you are right. Especially if it is dry snow, so much easier.
Great Video. Cheers!
Thank you James
From West Chester, OH - Thanks for taking us with you & Indi on this Winter hiking/camping trip. Stunning scenery in NZ.
Our pleasure! Thanks for joining us.
I have a Great Pyrenees and a Merrema Sheep dog, both LGD's. They are mostly business, unless they want petted. Throw them a treat and it will bounce off their face. 😂 Give them a command and they look at you as if to say "yeah right ".
A mind of there own hey?! They sound like characters.
I’m feeling spoiled with the variety of camps you’re bringing to us, Cathy! As always, looking forward to your next video!
Thanks Greg 😁 I like to try to keep them varied as that makes them more interesting and unpredictable, which equals fun and challenging 😂
I really enjoy watching your videos. Especially the car camping one. Although the snow camp was amazing!
You can get a base stabiliser for the hikers to e you have. It’s the same as the Campmasyer hikers stove that Kmart sells. I have one. 😊💞
Awesome, thanks I’ll look into getting one of those stabilisers for sure! Glad you enjoyed the car camp. I have another one coming out next weekend. I hope you enjoy that one too 😊
Hello Cathy-san, from Japan. Great video ! thank you very much.
Hi San. You are so welcome 🙏🏻
Отважная женщина!
😁 thank you
Thanks Cathy, you're amazing:)
Thanks so much, that is very kind.
Really enjoyed the video! Breathtaking scenery. Thanks so much for sharing.
I am glad you enjoyed it. Thanks
Fantastic location Cathy. Glad you got your winter snow camp and it seemed Indi was well pleased with it too. Thanks for sharing your brilliant experiences. (and yes, extra effort aways makes it feel more worthwhile)
Thank you so much Rosie! I appreciate your lovely words. I am so glad that you enjoyed watching it. Both us girls had a great time. Indi seemed quite intrigued by the snow, out exploring and adventuring. Not like when it's rainy, lol. I will put the generous $$ to great use. Thanks.
Lets Appreciate her dedication for this amazing camping Video❤
Thank you so much for appreciating my dedication. It is a lot of hard work.
Really appreciated the time you took to make this video thankyou. You go on some awesome adventures enjoyed this video the scenery is majestic with the Alps in the background, dinner looked delicious and I like seeing the camping gear you use. Love snowy camps they look amazing when everything turns white. Thankyou
You are very welcome. Thank you for acknowledging the time and energy involved in an adventure like this. I appreciate that a lot. Cathy
This camp is glorious. It's been 90+ degrees in the concrete jungle of L.A., so seeing something like this makes me so wish I was there. Thank you for sharing this experience with us! Cheers! 🥂
I'm so glad you could come along (virtually) and enjoy it with me.
Another awesome video, thanks to you and Indi, again really enjoyed watching it. Cheers to Cathy and Indi.
Our pleasure!
Absolutely wonderful.😎
Thank you! Cheers!
I enjoyed your video so much, i subscibed half way through. My second NZ sub 👍
Nice 😊 welcome!
Wonderful video Cathy! I love how you get on with Indi! The mountains are beautiful with the snow on them. Thanks for braving the cold to bring us the adventure. See you next time!
Thanks Chris. Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks
Once again Vally thank you SO VERY MUCH. You are generous beyond words! This helps so very much. I am really touched that you feel my videos are deserving of this level of generosity. Thank you.
Cheers, you’re an inspiration 🍷
That is so kind! Thank you darkrose.
You sure live in a beautiful country 👌🏼👌🏼.
What an awesome place to camp you found this time.
Thank you. I was so pleased this spot worked out.
🎉🎉رحله سعيدة واوقات جميله روعه النوم في الخيمة تحت الثلوج منظر رائع اتمنى لك السعاده
Thank you, yes it was lovely camping there. I was so happy to see snow ❄️
What a great way to start my Sunday morning, such a happy inspirational vid, including the stunning backdrop and the gorgeous Indy. Had to pause the vid and make myself an Amarula coffee, didn't think wine was the way to go at 09:40 😂😂
ooooh, the Amarula coffee sounds like a good plan. I'm glad I could contribute to an enjoyable start to your Sunday! I hope the rest of your day is everything you need it to be. Cheers.
You're much braver than I am, to camp in the snow and enjoy it! Kudos to you!
Thank you. I think it definitely helped that I got to set up in the fine weather. Couldn't have been more perfect.
Cathy, Another great video! I always enjoy watching them and really like the snowy ones. Thank you for taking time to put these great videos on TH-cam. Am looking forward to your next one! Take care!
Thanks so much John 😊
That was beautiful 😻..I hope you stayed safe on the way down..see you next time 😊
Thank you. Yes the walk down thankfully was not slippery or dangerous, just beautiful! Thanks for watching.
Fire and down jackets don’t go well together lol 😂 braver than me with my down , great video I’ve subscribed.
So true 🤔🫣 it’s only a matter of time hey 😬. Thanks for subbing.
Stunning 🤩
Thank you!! 😊
For the gear 🎉
Thank you so much! You are amazing, and I really need this right now, my stuff is falling apart and I have so many ideas for adventures. Truly, thank you!
Yep I love pushing myself too. Greatness indeed for you and your beautiful dog.
However I have not camped on my own at all. Love your videos
Thanks Marcell 🙂
@@adventureot my name is marcelle
Ooops 😊 I went back to add the second L and deleted the e off the end 😂 thanks for watching Marcelle 👍
Absolutely amazing camp site. Last of the winter snow maybe. Great to have caught it and camped in it. That morning view with the sun coming in and mountains in the background. I could feel it. Glad for you and us you got some snow. It’s a big effort to get there I am sure. Love the video. ❤️❄️🏕
Yes I was so glad to finally have some “really snowing snow”😆 lovely way to end winter. Thanks for watching and appreciating 🙏🏻
I love it. Thank you for another good video. Keep carryinv on.
Thanks, will do!
I wanted to click "love" but couldn't find it so I clicked "like" instead. Now, camping in the snow is something you can't experience in Australia so I'm jealous. Great video Cathy :)
That is so cool, Thanks!
Nice adventure! Enjoyed every minute!!!✌🏼
Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed it!
JMHO when you light your stove turn the gas down a little so it doesn't have that initial blast of fire.
Ha ha, you know that never crossed my mind, I just crank it up and light it. I like your idea.
nice very intertaining and relaxing at the same time
Thank you!!
Thanks!
Cheers Bob, thanks so much.
Hello from New York 👋 I love this video! The scenery and the openness is beautiful! Indi is so precious ❤ I look forward to many more of your videos.
Thank you so much for the lovely comment. I really appreciate the encouragement to keep getting out there.
I’m a new viewer and have really enjoyed your videos. Love your campsites. Very scenic. Indi is special. Thank you for what you do for us.
Thanks so much for your comment. 😊
Loved this hope to bring my dog on my next adventure ❤
Thank you so much. By the way congratulations on your channel. It looks fantastic. Best of luck with it 🙂👍
Wonderful video dear, appreciate what you do.... always watching from S.C.USA ..love your dog😊😊😊
Thanks, she is pretty special.
❤ I love it when you camp with Indy. I love to go camp in the fall, which is about a couple weeks away. 😊
I agree with you (on both comments 👍) I love camping in autumn too. That lovely feeling of a chilly evening after a warm day or the crisp fresh morning air. I hope you get some great trips 🙂
@@adventureot thanks, so looking forward to it
Such a gorgeous place..Thank you...here in US we are just getting into late fall and into winter..enjoy your spring and summer..look forward to the next camp with you two
Thank you. Yes I am looking forward to some spring and summer camps. The change in weather brings new opportunities, and the longer daylight hours help a lot with camping and filming.
i`m in the US and still have 90 degrees - N.C. to be exact that guy says late fall - W H A T ???
@@stanandpatsaas2422 i meant early fall..we are in 50s at night and low 70s day
@@stanandpatsaas2422 Anchorage where I used to live is in late fall early wi ter temps now..we all don't get 90 degrees in mid September
sorry - my bag@@Solosouls06
Going on a mission,is better with a dog....The;re with you every step of the way. Long may their tails wag..
You are so right! 😁🐕
The dog is the finishing touch, must be great company in such a setting. In your adventures, have you encountered any wildlife?
I completely agree. No, not much in the way of wildlife to encounter here in New Zealand. I am guessing the two mice that took refuge in my camp seat overnight on my latest camp don't count (lol).
I gather it is winter in your part of the world? Our summer is just ending here in Maine USA. Any, I watched the whole video and per usual, I found it very relaxing and once done, I rolled over and fell asleep! @@adventureot
Nice! yes just heading out of winter here with a hot summer predicted, much like the northern hemisphere has been experiencing.
I just subscribed great video
Thanks so much!
What an awesome trip, the scenery and views were stunning. So happy for you and Indie being able to have a snow camp❄️🏕🐾
Thank you 😊 yes I had been hoping to get a dusting of snow on one of my trips but each time it started snowing it never settled. Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂🏕️
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Thank you
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OMG so much to comment. (sorry I tend to be windy) First - I just love the edit. You show what I love to see. The set up, the tear down...the BS parts. You show the reality of being semi alone in overwhelming beauty. Just breathing it in. I just had a similar trip in the Sierra for a few nights. Completely alone at 11500 ft and views to die for. My first tarp camping trip. My puppies would have been nice but boxers aren't skilled hiker dogs like yours...they're just pretty.
You've quickly become the backpacker I'd like most to have a lunch with. You have a special something...No clue. I was asking my wife whats the difference in woman - that there are some like my wife that go along and enjoy adventures like these. Big ones. Like everyone they walk through the various fears and enjoy themselves - Vs - a woman that plans and goes on her own adventures. Or hikes with a few other woman. Its everywhere in the eastern Sierra where I frequent. I stop and enjoy trail conversations but seem to fail to ask the question that always follows the conversation. The ladies I'm speaking of have been hiking for many years. They rarely have a significant other with them. If you crossed them at the grocery store you would laugh at the thought of running into them at dusk heading up a steep mountain trail. Yet I see them on every trip. There seems to be a magic bean in some of these woman that I see less of in men.
The great physicist Richard Feynman owed most of his brilliance to hard work and two fabulously curious an wonderful parents.
I wonder if you have spoken as to how you became the person you are. What is behind your adventurous, seemingly confident and fearless nature. The difference between you and the rest so to speak. By all means feel free to speak for ALL woman. I have no boundaries for sure. Forgive me if you're not up to that conversation. It is only you and I here right?
Thanks for the great video.
peace all.
PS: I'm obsessed with replacing all your gear with lighter weight options (on your dime of course). I just know I could dump 25 lbs without thinking hard or losing any performance. I'm guessing you spend no time or energy on that. It's a problem I have.
Thanks Ned Another, I enjoyed your (windy) reflections and questions. Firstly on the point about the edit, thank you so much. This is actually just what I need to hear as is what I am trying to improve on, my ability to (accurately) convey a story that others will enjoy hearing/watching, that takes the viewer through the sights, sound and emotions of the experience. In terms of that 'magic bean'... hmmm, I am not sure, but I think Feynman had a point when he identified curious and wonderful parents and a good dose of hard work. I have adventurous parents who taught me to feel strong and capable in my mind and body. And then there is hard work, I am eternally curious about myself and what I am capable of.. On the idea of lightening my gear, lol if only it wasn't on my dime I would take you up on that. He he, it really does come down to cost. I try to use everything I already have and not buy new unless I absolutely must. I am always weighing up (pardon the pun), the cost vs the waste vs the weight and stress on my body vs comfort, etc. Generally in life I am a bit of a 'make doer'. A good example is Indi's sleeping bag, why buy a dog bag and mat (which would be much smaller and lighter) when I have a perfectly good person mat and sleeping bag, that is heavier? Well, yes, there are pros and cons. Have a great day, Cathy