Backpacking With Our Dirtbag Baby & Dog Deep in the Killarney Park Backcountry E1

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  • @JimBairdAdventurer
    @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Thanks a lot for watching. For those concerned about Buck (pretty much all of us) he is doing fine now. He was making his way along very well until about the last 2km of our second day. He must have somehow hurt himself on the trail. We needed to push on once we saw he was falling behind to get to our reserved campsite where there was a good place to camp and a water source. We knew that this was also the closest place to make it to where extracting him would be possible if necessary. We considered stopping and camping trailside when he started falling behind but, for the above reasons, it was not the best plan. Buck is about 9 or 10 and has been on a lot of trips with us and ones much more serious than this and, he loves them! Like for ourselves, (who were nursing minor injuries before this trip) we bring first aid stuff for Buck which includes Metacam (doggie Advil) and Glucosamine. When Buck was falling behind and it was getting dark, I knew he would know where we were going and follow the trail. Tori and I had to go ahead a ways to get to camp with the baby and, once I deposited our gear there, I went Back to check on Buck who was about 400 meters or so behind. It was not an easy decision for us to make and we were very concerned. When you’re on the trail, you need to be self-sufficient and injuries can happen to either man or beast....stuff happens and you have to know how to deal with it. We will explain more of what happened and how things turned out in the next video.

    • @LynnseyMacKinnon
      @LynnseyMacKinnon 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      One of the things that makes your channel excellent is how you share REAL challenges that come up on an adventure, and not just pretty pictures. This isn't a staged event. I always learn something from your videos.

    • @13prevailbushcraft
      @13prevailbushcraft 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Don't mind the negative comments guys, they are made by mostly city slickers who live in a fantasy world. Keep keeping it real, enjoying the videos...

    • @victoriafarquharson
      @victoriafarquharson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Yes, this was definitely an extremely stressful and not ideal situation. Buck is an extremely important member of our family and we love to bring him literally everywhere we go. He’s so excited to be part of our adventures that it seems cruel to leave him behind. One thing we didn’t “capture” was my breakdown crying because I was so worried about Buck and not wanting to leave him behind, but I also had my 14 month old on my back. Buck is a tough dog who’s been through some epic adventures and we knew he wasn’t in grave danger or critically injured. We would never ever do anything to intentionally hurt or injure Buck and if we had any idea he would get that injured we wouldn’t have brought him. Anyone who knows us and Buck know he’s very loved, spoiled and has gotten to live a life full of adventure. ❤️

    • @57Habsfan
      @57Habsfan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@victoriafarquharson Buck is an amazing dog, but old dogs have their day. After seeing Jim speak about the adventures Buck has been a part of, I feel your pain. I'm also in tears, because after hiking 5 years with my Timmie (incl. him doing almost 50% of the Bruce Trail with me in 2017) This year, realizing how long it took for him to recover after a hike, I had to make the difficult decision to stop taking him on hikes longer than 5km, he just can't do it any more. It breaks my heart every time I go out for a hike that he can't come and I can see it in his eyes he wants to come. So I make sure he gets his neighbourhood walks, short treks in the woods and yes, spoil him rotten.
      Looking forward to your next Episode.

    • @mlvlatina
      @mlvlatina 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Your videos are exciting. I would watch this series on the big screen.

  • @kbrahmer
    @kbrahmer ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd steal that beauty of a wife you have.Tori is the most lovely person I've ever seen on the internet. In fact I'd take all of your family and the adventures you have except to covet is wrong. Your babies are charming. God bless you all.

  • @tarae.m.9109
    @tarae.m.9109 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Oh Buck! You have broke my heart. Such loyalty to his master in spite of his considerable pain. I know this doesn’t end well, but what a wonderful, action packed adventure of a life Buckeroo lived.
    This was raw and emotive. Thank you for sharing the difficulties of backpacking when a loyal team member takes ill. 😓

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This video is not for the faint of heart. In the end, i think it was the growth on his chest that ended up being cancer that was slowing him down here. Check out part two of this series and see how we rescue him and you’ll feel a lot better. Thank you so much for watching and commenting 🙂

    • @janethartwig774
      @janethartwig774 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Poor dear, sweet, Buck, trying his best to keep up with you. You are so good to him but the baby comes first.

  • @chuckreetz2953
    @chuckreetz2953 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Man , poor Buck! One of the luckiest dogs ever to have owners like you guys! He has been on some great adventures! Think I need to take my dog somewhere today for a little fun. Thanks guys!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem and thanks! Hope you had a good day with your pooch.

  • @ssfoste
    @ssfoste 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Buck may be the most awesome companion and work horse I have ever seen.

  • @garvolt
    @garvolt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Sad to see poor Buck, even though he was very unwell still going on. Incredible dog.

  • @EKEACRES
    @EKEACRES 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have a Blessed life & Family, Jim. Your Channel is fantastic my friend. I watch every video from you & always give a huge thumbs up. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there on your adventures.
    ~Kevin

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Big thanks Kevin! Glad you like the trips and the videos. Have a good one.

  • @jayarjun5652
    @jayarjun5652 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I stopped video @14:48 to guess the 🌱 it’s a 🌽 tree; corn joke! Love you better half and adorable baby 👶 I go continue watching.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ya, definitely it’s gotta be corn. Pretty cool that it was just growing out there like that.

  • @melonyrichards937
    @melonyrichards937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is definitely corn. And another awesome video thank you.

  • @americanaxetoolco2076
    @americanaxetoolco2076 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely fantastic video! Ole Buck I wish him the best! Hell I know what it’s like getting old! Lol

  • @LostLakes
    @LostLakes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brutal challenges with the baby and the dog. Kudos Tori for the cloth diapers, that's dedication... To camping, parenting, and the environment. Will have to try that risotto

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot man. There were a few challenges but I guess it all turned out okay in the end.

  • @TheRealTedBaird
    @TheRealTedBaird 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Corn plant! Great vid. Good old buckaroo

  • @daveklipp2223
    @daveklipp2223 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The plant is popcorn 🍿 that was spilled. Your wife Tori is a real trooper for joining you on these “roughing it” adventures.

    • @umichgal1
      @umichgal1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Especially with a brand new baby and a dog.

    • @1stcavw247
      @1stcavw247 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s not popcorn until it is cooked. It is a corn plant

  • @kathyspann-hampton9533
    @kathyspann-hampton9533 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You two are the parents I was. Expose your child to any environment you feel is safe or that will be made safe by you. A great activity this is 👏🏾👏🏾😊🙏🏾😇

  • @brucejordan7918
    @brucejordan7918 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    R.I.P., Buck. A dog with a heart as big as the great outdoors.

  • @richardregimbal3142
    @richardregimbal3142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Corn Jim! Your episodes are great.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot! Crazy that corn is just growing there randomly like that

  • @jayspot4
    @jayspot4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favourite adventure couple!! My deepest condolence in losing dear Buck, he was an incredible member of your family. Quite the adventure! Thank you Baird family for sharing- love Tori’s calm n cool demeanour and Wesley’s adorable! 🥰

  • @mattvaandering
    @mattvaandering 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    27:57 Lol! A very honest "when couples go camping" moment😂

  • @corrineterry6676
    @corrineterry6676 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Popcorn growing next to the fire! Beautiful video!💜

  • @MillimeterMech
    @MillimeterMech 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video Jim and family!

  • @backinthewoods2022
    @backinthewoods2022 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very hard to see Buck struggling and I see that he has since passed. I know how very hard this is our dogs are like children to us and we recently had one pass too after 9 months of having cancer and having to amputate a front leg. Uecker was only with us 7 years too short. Buck was an awesome dog love to see him riding on the canoe. Glad to see everything went good in the end on this trip.👍

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Ya, he had cancer and we didn’t know it at the time but we think it had something to do with him gettinng hirt in this trip because the cancer was in his right front chest and thst’s where he was limping but we didnt figure out he had cancer for another month or so and he died just after christmas. This trip aas sep. it moves so fast in fogs it’s crazy. We did what we could to save him and soent a lot of money but in the end it was his time. His father lived to 17 and Buck was only 9. We were crushed

  • @kristibrz2798
    @kristibrz2798 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your show!🤗

  • @LilliStJohn
    @LilliStJohn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thankyou Jim for explaining very well about Buck. I am catching up on your earlier videos, as I want to watch them all eventually. Thankyou for this video dear and again, I am sorry to hear of Bucks passing. 💕😔 lol LilliStJohn

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks very much for your thoughts on buck snd for watching too. I’m glad you enjoyed the video. It’s not one for the faint of heart.

  • @freemanadv
    @freemanadv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Oh my heart😢 poor buck... hate 2 think it but he's getting too old for the major treks. Hopefully he'll pull thru to get home safe.

  • @ride-paddle-repeat
    @ride-paddle-repeat 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beast mode once again. You guys are troopers bringing both young Wesley and Buck along for the ride. The La Cloche is no joke and quite a serious undertaking. Love your content and how you guys keep it genuine on obstacles anyone can face out there.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Much appreciated, definitely not an easy undertaking...glad that you’re likening it the content!

  • @rmacsrmaddog2192
    @rmacsrmaddog2192 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Absolutely emotional.. compelling and real.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot, that’s how we felt at the end of the day.

  • @fernandojoaquinjr8322
    @fernandojoaquinjr8322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys rock!

  • @13prevailbushcraft
    @13prevailbushcraft 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video, hard to watch ol buck. I know how that feels to see your companion getting older. Much respect to you guys for including Wesley on most of your outings...Definitely makes things more challenging at times...

  • @pirie555
    @pirie555 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Jim, you Ted and wives always make such awesome and interesting videos. As I keep repeating you always make me feel like I am on the adventures with you.. Baby doesn't know yet how lucky he is to have this lifestyle ... I am worried about Buck. Please keep us posted on how he is doing... Thank you for sharing... XO for Buck..

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will do and thanks a lot. I definitely enjoy being out there with the whole family.

  • @davidmans5944
    @davidmans5944 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely corn. Probably dropped making popcorn. Pretty cool

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought so, can’t say I’ve ever seen that before.

  • @kekoamaunakea4473
    @kekoamaunakea4473 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Stay safe Big Jim&Family, the good side of it is no people to deal with, no hustle and bustle. You two are great parents it’s evident what I’d give to live like you folks.🛣🔥⛺️🛶

  • @mlvlatina
    @mlvlatina 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing these family trips with us!

  • @urbanpaddlers5784
    @urbanpaddlers5784 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for showing the realities of tripping in the backcountry, not just the positive things. Things can and do go wrong, no matter how well you prepare sometimes. You don't know your limits until you test them. Looking forward to the next ep.

  • @jasonhurtibese8001
    @jasonhurtibese8001 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great vid man. Mrs Beast had the more precious backpack ! Hope Buck makes it back !

  • @grumpygus81
    @grumpygus81 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Oh man, I hope Buck's ok. I'm watching this with my 2 dogs at my feet and my heart's breaking :(

  • @pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358
    @pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Man you guys... serious props for taking the Wesley on a trek like that! Really... not easy I'm sure.
    A beautiful area and the weather don't bother me none. Look forward to Pt. duex! Cheers JB

  • @rogertimblin2299
    @rogertimblin2299 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    By the time my third child was born, backpacking and camping was just as comfortable as being home. It was something we did all the time. Our youngest was a month old on her first backpacking trip, a twelve mile in twelve mile out overnighter. My wife carried her in the baby pack along with a few items we could strap on to it. I carried the bulk of our gear and our older two kids carried their gear plus a little of the food. Our German Shepherd carried his food plus the adult beverages. It was an amazing family trip that our two older kids still talk about 22 years later. I always encourage people not to be scared away from the outdoors just because they’ve had a baby.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just reading this gave me goosebumps. I totally get it after this trip with the baby. It was definitely not our first but it was our longest with him yet and the memories I made and the stronger bond you make is undeniable. Thanks for sharing that!

  • @ritaseymour7747
    @ritaseymour7747 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    When is part 2 coming out? This is torture!! My poor Buck!
    !

  • @SheepyHollowCanada
    @SheepyHollowCanada 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Pretty interesting trip and hope it ends well. Buck is old and you can see that when he was going down an incline. Time to retire the old boy for all those years of service :)

  • @Iroxinping
    @Iroxinping 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video
    Edit: She is great.

  • @scottrodman4314
    @scottrodman4314 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    From what I have seen he is a wonderful Dog hope is gets well .more prayers

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Scott Rodman thank you sir! Buck is an amazing dog. Externally well tempered and an bush dog who was not a pet that I got when he was 4. I couldn’t have trained him so well myself I sit think.

  • @Flowergurl2000
    @Flowergurl2000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a great trip for Buck’s last, the whole fM and he did try! I will miss him. RIP GOOd boi, Buckaroo!

  • @dwrivers47
    @dwrivers47 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Agonizingly right decision, have to keep your son safe. Buck has ran shorelines alone for kilometres on his own tracking you while paddling rapids, he is a very special dog. Knowing you, I’m sure you would have re-walked the trail all night to find him and then carried him back to your campsite.

  • @bernadetteogushing8193
    @bernadetteogushing8193 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Poor buck ..tuff thou awww making me sad ☹and leaving torry and baby awww. ...your very blessed have such caring women..👫

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, and yes I am! This was a pretty stressful experience but we decided to document it...though, it’s not quite as bad without the scary music ;) ...I imagine you saw part 2 of this with the rescue mission? th-cam.com/video/ReHMTH5YGys/w-d-xo.html

  • @markmatheson603
    @markmatheson603 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for always sharing the difficult stuff in both an honest and raw way. By putting it out there you're bound to get critics but it also makes your channel the best outdoor channel on you tube. How you don't have over 1 million subs I have no idea. Can't wait to see e.2 to see how you deal with the challenge of Buck coming up lame. We can all learn from your experience (as always) as I'll bet many wouldn't have thought of this problem until seeing your vid. I think you made the right decision to go ahead and set up camp. Nobody can help Buck if they are exposed and at risk themselves (Wesley is #1 too...)

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot! Much appreciated. Also, episode 2 is up and you can see how we deal with Buck’s injury. Here’s the link th-cam.com/video/ReHMTH5YGys/w-d-xo.html I think that the context and time and place makes all the difference on what you do and show. For example, in my upcoming video I’m in the remote Yukon on a river that sees very little travel and my cloths are soaked. It’s also just been raining. I cut down a small cottonwood poplar out of a thicket and used it to build a drying rack. Then I cut down a standing dead tree for firewood and use some granola bar wrappers as tinder to get the fire going. And I mention how using garbage as tinder is a good way to get a fire going in a pinch.....I imagine I’m going to hear about these things.

  • @jimwhite4270
    @jimwhite4270 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This loop is best done backwards. Start hard and end easy. Just my opinion though:) Glad to watch any Killarney journeys. Happy Buck is okay too!!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot, maybe we’ll go the other direction next time. Thanks a lot for checking it out.

  • @janetwithers7427
    @janetwithers7427 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Corn. From someone's dinner at the fire pit. Oh poor Buck. I am crying. Omg, what if he is having heart trouble? Waaaaa. Stop the trip... But you all have to hike out... Omg,. Too much stress. 🐶😥😥

    • @victoriafarquharson
      @victoriafarquharson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Janet Withers yeah that’s the problem. We had gotten 20 km in at this point. But I think you’ll be happy with the plan we came up with!

  • @Cruzinsusan5101
    @Cruzinsusan5101 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! Just caught your channel! You and your wife are amazing! Your pack and Buck kind of overshadowed the pack Tori was carrying! Which looked like no easy feat either! Especially trekking some of that rough rocky terrain with elevation and descents. Yikes! Yes, poor Buck! I know you're very concerned and love him. My 11 year old dog started laying down on walks with me, right in the middle of the path, like Buck. He had some arthritis too, but later i learned it was his heart. Anyway, sorry it had to take this long, wonderful trek for it to materialize. Keep on trekking. We'll keep on watching! Love to you and family. Yes, someone dropped a corn kernel and as a result - corn plant. :)

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Susan Ferko great comment, thanks a lot for the positive feedback. We’re done the next video and going to post it on Monday and it will have some more info but Buck is okay. Really glad you like it!

  • @sallyfrenette9643
    @sallyfrenette9643 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really hope Buck is ok. ❤️ You guys are an amazing inspiration to new parents who love to be outdoors. Many just stop doing what they love, but you don't have to. Your family is beautiful.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree and I’ve found that being in the outdoors with the baby strengthens my bond with him in a primal level.

  • @gregmathias6580
    @gregmathias6580 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Poor Buck. Hard to see him struggle like this.

    • @MrJx4000
      @MrJx4000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Buck looks exhausted.

  • @MrJx4000
    @MrJx4000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Holy smokes, you managed to get a reservation there, good going. Your kid is so lucky.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      MrJx4000 ya, we booked in the spring and wee looking so forward to it.

  • @fitnesscoach4u
    @fitnesscoach4u 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    adorable child

  • @richardsolomon8076
    @richardsolomon8076 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The plant by the fire pit is a corn of some varitie could be anything from maize to popping corn. Hope the oll Buckaroo is ok he looks like he's got my sore hip :) he's still smiling tho, hard core family fun, keeping tuned for ep2 Piece :)

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot, I think that’s pretty cool to just see corn growing randomly beside a backcountry fire pit. Buck’s doing better but he’s still a little stiff

  • @WildCanoes
    @WildCanoes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the video and glad that Buck is okay. We were just finishing the trail when you started. Looking forward to episode 2. Haters gonna hate lol.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That is pretty cool for sure! I saw from your post that you were not to far head of us. How did you like it?

    • @WildCanoes
      @WildCanoes 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JimBairdAdventurer I'm definitely not a hiker lol. But it was definitely cool to see the park from a different perspective rather than from a canoe. The weather sucked though, cold and rainy quite a bit.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@WildCanoes ya it was bruuutal. and of course, it was near perfect when we got back.

    • @WildCanoes
      @WildCanoes 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JimBairdAdventurer haha same here! Nice on the day we went in and nice on the day we came out.

  • @fitnesscoach4u
    @fitnesscoach4u 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so sweet!

  • @scottrodman5053
    @scottrodman5053 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So sorry for buck I hope his is ok just old age getting him down prayers for you all on this trip !!!

  • @debpinter4341
    @debpinter4341 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I believe that portage is called the "Pig" Looks like a corn plant! Thanks for sharing! Love Killarney!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is and it’s well named! Killarney is so beautiful. That’s the first time I’ve seen a corn plant growing out there like that though. I thought that was pretty cool.

  • @tedtombling2770
    @tedtombling2770 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really sorry to hear about Buck in a recent video.- a legend. I think the green-leaved plant is some kind of maize.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you...and yes, I believe you’re right about the plant. Another trekker must have dropped a corn kernel and it sprouted.

  • @sylvandread9721
    @sylvandread9721 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Jim, I really liked this one. Everything about it was great. You have a wonderful family. I just did a similar trip with my family (17m old son) in Grundy. It did not go as planned. The weather was great, but travelling with a baby is another level of extreme. It's not for everyone. Looking forward to this series.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya man, it definitely ups the adventure of it all. I also find my self constantly more concerned out there when the baby’s along but of course we’re prepared and none of the things I worry about happen. In the end, what I got out of this trip traveling with the little one was a closer bond with him and I thinks that’s because being out in the woods with him struck a primal cord in me that maybe came out of the added fear of having him along.

  • @elizabethwhite6364
    @elizabethwhite6364 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The plant is definitely corn. Buck is breaking my heart. I see from your replies that he is doing ok. Very scary! Just too much for him. Lovely wife and son - so cute! Very pretty country!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks very much, he must have gotten hurt on the trail the poor guy. He’s done a lot of trips before but maybe is getting a little too old and is more susceptible to injury.

  • @juliaowens9275
    @juliaowens9275 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Corn. Glad Buck is Ok. I was wondering how old he’s getting to be. I had to start giving my Husky metcam and already had her on glucosamine and Omega 3s. Even had a round of Gabapentin this spring after slipping in the bush. Senior dogs still wanna have fun and make your heart cry. Glad he’s feeling better.

    • @juliaowens9275
      @juliaowens9275 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The doggy pharmacy comes with us on camping trips now.

  • @davidmueller980
    @davidmueller980 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Jim, I now understand about Buck after seeing this video. I was thinking about the trip on Magnetawan River I think it was with your brother Ted. Buck didn't want to get out of the tent a couple times. Maybe he always did that and you would know because you and Tori knew him best, but he was showing signs then I think. I'm sure some people might have an issue with him being out there, or Wesley being out there but Buck lived life to be with you there. He wanted to be with your son before he had to go. He wanted to be with his family. What a great dog. I saw a billboard once that read, dog spelled backwards, is still man's best friend. Keep on creating content from these adventures.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      On the Magnetawan he didn’t want to get out because of the bugs which is the norm. It wasn’t a very vigorous trip for him so it may have been effecting him at that time however this type of cancer is very fast advancing in dogs, and well, almost all cancer moves much faster in dogs. It’s not uncommon to see the first signs and then they die in two months. He died just after Christmas 2019 and this trip was in June. Thanks a lot for watching this and for your comments. It was a very difficult and challenging situation to me in. It might be easy to be an armchair quarterback in this situation but when you’re out there experiencing it, it’s a different story and looking back on it I think we dealt with the situation as best as possible. This trip was the first signs of him having issues, limping in his right front leg. It turns into that he had a cancerous lump on his right front chest - we’d thought it was his joints here. We didn’t discover the lump until oct and then but the tome he has surgery it had grown and enormous amount. At the time, we were dealing with a lot of issues with our son’s condition, testing, multiple doctors appointments that were a 3.5 hour drive away and then the diagnosis of him having a physically and mentally debilitating syndrome called Fox G1. We may have potentially noticed the tumour on Buck earlier if wasn’t for all that. It was very challenging emotionally. Then we found out about Buck and spent 10k trying to save him but he ended up dying.

    • @davidmueller980
      @davidmueller980 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jim Baird - Adventurer I live in Washington now, but used to live in the LA area. I transport kids for a school district and all my kids are special needs. I've kept the same route for years because these kids are special in so many ways. Each one, with the exact same diagnosis, is unique. Wesley 's diagnosis along with Buck is a lot to absorb. I got into this job because my granddaughter was born with multiple birth defects and is special needs. The doctors told my son that she wouldn't survive. My wife and I cried on the way home and I gave up, because the doctors said there was no chance. My wife reminded me that with God, all things are possible. Long story short, she survived her heart surgery, she wasn't supposed to have normal cognitive development. In two months, she turns ten, dances for me, speaks to me, and is defying her diagnosis. I pray Wesley defies his diagnosis, every child is unique. This year, one of the kids I transport who has never spoken a word said something I've said to her for four years. We are going home now, a perfect sentence. It blew me away! You and Tori will get through this with Wesley. Do like you do on your adventures, don't do like I did and give up. Never give up hope. Best to you!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much, that was touching. I’m always envisioning the positive potential outcomes and even positive outcomes that are very unlikely. This is so much better than envisioning the negative ones because it does just what you’re saying...it gives hope. Thanks a lot for your encouraging comments and support here.

    • @victoriafarquharson
      @victoriafarquharson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      David Mueller wow, what an inspiring story. Thanks so much for sharing. We definitely have our difficult days with Wesley but we try our hardest to remain positive and hopeful for his future. ❤️

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome trip and congratulations to Wesley , poor Buck, my old girl is also on glucosamine/ chondroitin and some anti inflammatory meds. Killarney is so beautiful Eh. nice that you could take the babe with you again makes it that much more special.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, really is beautiful there. We’re going to have a look into a couple different options for Buck too.

  • @j-soncouch1001
    @j-soncouch1001 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That’s what we call run away popcorn!!!

  • @TheCampingCanuck
    @TheCampingCanuck 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    poor buck! we were on a backpacking trip in the early summer and the same thing happened to my newphews dog. We ended up carrying the dog for 1.5k. At camp after a long rest and some food and water, the pup rebounded and was fine for the rest of the trip.

  • @noneofbizorjuliejt6466
    @noneofbizorjuliejt6466 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cant wait for the next one!

  • @ElkinsEric
    @ElkinsEric 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a Kelty baby frame pack. My boy Alex loves to hike when he was younger. We took him tent camping at 6 weeks....lol
    The outdoors are definitely in his blood.
    EDIT: OMG BUCK!?!?

  • @Nikki-ot7un
    @Nikki-ot7un 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely is sweetcorn. Gosh this vid is a bit of a cliff hanger. I know Buck is ok now but oh my goodness I cant wait to see episode 2.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isn’t that kind of cool? Someone must have dropped a kernel. Buck is okay now but still seems a little stiff. We’re just working on the next episode now

    • @Nikki-ot7un
      @Nikki-ot7un 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JimBairdAdventurer Yay. I am so looking forward to seeing it.

  • @wrightchev88
    @wrightchev88 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Corn plant! I’d say someone dropped parts of their snacks lol

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Agreed, it’s got to have been. Right beside the fire too. Like magnet they were making pop corn.

  • @steveforsythe9264
    @steveforsythe9264 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Praying for BUCK to totally recovers, he is a tough guy!!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks a lot, me too. He’s a great dog for sure.

    • @steveforsythe9264
      @steveforsythe9264 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JimBairdAdventurer I totally agree Jim, Buck takes after his Dad...love your videos an unbeatable team. Safe travels to you and your family!!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot 👍

  • @boywia5094
    @boywia5094 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like corn to me. Rick.

  • @shabooze69
    @shabooze69 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks like corn to me. Hope buck is ok!

  • @DaNewfNL
    @DaNewfNL 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Much respect to Tori. I'd never trust myself to pack a kid. I'm way too clumsy.

    • @victoriafarquharson
      @victoriafarquharson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      DaNewfNL I am usually clumsy but ever since I got pregnant I learned to step more carefully and take my time. Precious cargo!! 😉

  • @rosiecotton8343
    @rosiecotton8343 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awwwww! Good ol' Buck.

  • @kristinajakakas9068
    @kristinajakakas9068 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lmfao!!! I saw the title!!! I had to watch! P. S. HAVEN'T seen any the content yet, so I don't know what it's about, but the title is HILARIOUS!!!

  • @alexirandall5010
    @alexirandall5010 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jim Baird - Adventurer
    Hi Jim, thanks for replying about Buck. AND his update: Yes I agree that we need to be prepared for any injuries be it human or animal. The Bond you have ....nobody can take that away from you. It is another journey that you will need to carry. I’ve come to love Buck due to the bond I had with my boys (working dogs) you become one soul almost a marriage and a tight team. Buck is a family member and will always be loyal to you. My heart is still very sore 💔💔 😭😭 I’m just so emotional right now about your best furry friend Buck. Special hugs for Buck 🥰🥰🥰🥰

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is just so sweet. Not sure if you’d as this but here is the next video where we come up with a plan on what to do with Buck. He is doing a lot better now and is on a canoe trip with Tori. th-cam.com/video/ReHMTH5YGys/w-d-xo.html

  • @scottrodman5053
    @scottrodman5053 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hey jim how is buck doing hope al is well with him take care again prayers for him .

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot, Buck is doing a lot better and he actually just got back from doing a five day canoe trip with Tori. He didn’t have any issues on the portages which was great to hear but of course, most of it he got to snooze in the canoe so it want anything highly rigorous but ya, he’s doing way better for sure!

  • @gracefulcat68
    @gracefulcat68 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    someone probably dropped some popcorn kernels and it grew a corn stalk as a gift... lol! safe journeys, buck might need some anti inflammatory... his back hips looked sore when he walked, such a good dog

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s a good idea for sure. We do bring metacarpal and some other first aid stuff for him. Poor guy must have gotten hurt somehow. I think now that he’s older he’s more susceptible.

    • @gracefulcat68
      @gracefulcat68 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah, hard when they get older... easy to see he loves being out there, though! i'm hoping maybe its something simple and easy, like a cracked pad, thorn stuck... maybe pulled muscle... if its age, he might not make the long, rough terrain walks much anymore or maybe pull him on a sled. hoping for the best for buck!

  • @k.n.v.b1113
    @k.n.v.b1113 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Poor old buck just wants a couch to lay on

  • @lewishorniii7572
    @lewishorniii7572 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    looks like a corn plant, but i'm no expert for sure.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Neither am I but it definitely looks like it. Someone must have brought corn, (maybe popcorn over the fire or something) and dropped some. Never seen that before

    • @jenellebarkley
      @jenellebarkley 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely looks like corn

    • @johnjohnson-gm3jh
      @johnjohnson-gm3jh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JimBairdAdventurer I thought of popcorn too when I saw the plant. I love your videos. They are much better than Alone. I think it is funny how the Alone producers are training the people who go on to do a much better job of making wilderness videos. Your 14 day solo in the Yukon is ... is ... I don't know how to describe it words can't do it justice. It is good, great, fantastic. One suggestion - I wish you would say more about your equipment. I would like to know what equipment you bring on your trips.

    • @briancartier8711
      @briancartier8711 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is corn

  • @andrewgraham9645
    @andrewgraham9645 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maize plant.. Mielie plant in this country..

  • @johnp1
    @johnp1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video. Real life drama. Do you have something to protect the baby from flies? Thanks for sharing.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, yes...we have a baby bug shirt but fortunately at this time of year they’re not bad

  • @lisamchutchison6572
    @lisamchutchison6572 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You could always clipper the Buckaroo when you're hiking in not winter weather. Would help him stay cooler? Loved the vid. My parents used to hike with me asleep in the carrier too!

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aww, ya we’ve don’t that before but recently was told that their linger guard hairs actually help cool them and that we shouldn’t shave him down so I’m not so sure. This was hard for us, not long afterwards we learned that Buck actually had a growth on his right front chest that was causing pain and laimness in his right front leg. He’s just had a complicated surgery to remove it.

  • @k.n.v.b1113
    @k.n.v.b1113 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thats a fire plant mon

  • @lizetearruda3196
    @lizetearruda3196 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    :-( that is just heartbreaking to see Buck struggle so much his breathing is so labored

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We thought he’d injured his right front shoulder joint but it turned out to be a tumour on his right front chest

    • @lizetearruda3196
      @lizetearruda3196 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JimBairdAdventurer you were his hero that day! What a rescue! Very sad to hear of his passing. I'm glad you have great videos with him all those great memories.

  • @michaud399
    @michaud399 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Should give him some of your son's baby aspirin! I used to give my dog that and it helped our beloved dogs pain so very much!

  • @BryanWentFishing
    @BryanWentFishing 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    😲 I hope Buck is ok. Also curious how hard it is to hike with a baby.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Buck is doing okay, he’s still sore though. I hope he gets better and that it’s. It a permanent thing. Backpacking with a baby is more nerve racking because you’re always worried about their safety etc. for the same reason, being in and traveling in nature with your family strikes a primal cord and you bond more with them. That’s what I got out of this experience anyways.

    • @victoriafarquharson
      @victoriafarquharson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I don’t know if it’s necessarily harder but definitely more stressful... I’m usually bringing way too much stuff when we canoe with him so it’s hard to pare it all down to the bare necessities. Wesley seems to love being outside so that helps...

  • @zalcasinath8777
    @zalcasinath8777 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg I will pray from him

  • @fireflyrocks1
    @fireflyrocks1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Corn growing by the fire. Someone must have dropped a seed from the cob

  • @alexirandall5010
    @alexirandall5010 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Poor Buck....my heart is hurting 😭for him.....he’s getting old and maybe time to hang up his harness. I woke up one day and harnessed my seeing eye dog and he suddenly kept stopping and panting and I was told to keep up with my boy....it was time to retire him. It broke my heart 💔 and he was 8 and a half years old. He went on to live until he was 15 .....To this day, 30 years later, a day never goes by when I think about him. I still miss all 3 working seeing eye dogs. I out lived them and my other pet dogs that were German Shepherds who were 18 years old before passing away. I loved all my pets. Recently I lost my Cat Bo who was a Persian cross Ragdoll . He was a rescue boy. He was 15 yeas old when we had to make the hard decision to lay him to rest. 😭💔 I’ve come to love Buck too ....and feel for him and think how you will be feeling right now. Huge Hugs for Buck please and some kisses . Thank you so much ...

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I will, it’s amazing and special the bonds that you have with them.

    • @alexirandall5010
      @alexirandall5010 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jim Baird - Adventurer Hi Jim, thanks for replying about Buck. Yes I agree that we need to be prepared for any injuries be it human or animal. The Bond you have ....nobody can take that away from you. It is another journey that you will need to carry. I’ve come to love Buck due to the bond I had with my boys (working dogs) you become one soul almost a marriage and a tight team. Buck is a family member and will always be loyal to you. My heart is still very sore 💔💔 😭😭 I’m just so emotional right now about your best furry friend Buck. Special hugs for Buck 🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @brianj9635
    @brianj9635 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You and Tori man way to go! great adventures just like your channel says must have been a back breaker for Tori keeping balance with the little human on her back. ( sorry Jim no sympathy for you... haha) I appreciate your honest content - looking forward to part 2.

  • @jarr2800
    @jarr2800 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonder if maybe someone dropped a kernel from their popcorn...

  • @carmenfarine3580
    @carmenfarine3580 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    He was licking his paw

  • @handiman5
    @handiman5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your videos. So sorry for your loss of Buck. But please tell me why you refer to your son as your 'dirtbag son'? Thanks.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, ya...a dirtbag is a term for a hard core backpacker, rock climber or person who spends a lot of time in the outdoors. So, it’s actually a compliment. I imagine if you don’t know the reference it might seem strange for sure. Thanks very much for watching 🙂

  • @brieneaton8578
    @brieneaton8578 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question at 14:33, I believe is " Zea mays ".

  • @marygordon3032
    @marygordon3032 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You guys are incredible. I saw a corn 🌽 plant, and l really hope Buck is ok! 👍👍👍😎

  • @HamsterLife_EnglishLearning
    @HamsterLife_EnglishLearning 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would have pitched a tent right there and then. He was suffering and pushing himself for you. I think he thought each time you were going to pitch there and thought oh just a few more feet then I can stop and pushed himself. I hope he is okay, he was limping.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, and that is part of the problem with the campsite reservation systems in some provincial parks. In hindsight maybe we should have done it anyway, although the end location we made it to in this vid proved to be an asset as you'll see in the next one.

    • @HamsterLife_EnglishLearning
      @HamsterLife_EnglishLearning 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JimBairdAdventurer I still can't get your dog off my mind. Did you find out what his problem was? Is he healed?

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      His is doing okay right now. I hope that it was just an injury rather than arthritis that will be more permanent.

    • @victoriafarquharson
      @victoriafarquharson 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jude Southern Ontario he’s doing fine now. I think he’s just getting old and it was a long day of travel for him.

    • @HamsterLife_EnglishLearning
      @HamsterLife_EnglishLearning 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JimBairdAdventurer I agree. I have 3 kinds of it myself. It does slow you down big time with pain and I can't push myself. I know my limits or it just puts me out of commission for days in pain.

  • @ritaseymour7747
    @ritaseymour7747 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Corn stock for sure!

  • @juliepangowish5235
    @juliepangowish5235 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like a corn plant/stalk

  • @CB_ChaosLove
    @CB_ChaosLove 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's his old bones. Some day's the arthritis is bad. There's been a couple days where our Kona can hardly walk, then the next day she is bounding after the tennis balls with no care at all.

    • @JimBairdAdventurer
      @JimBairdAdventurer  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes and I think it was what the next month we discovered was a cancerous growth on his right front chest that was causing him pain and discomfort here. It turned out to be bone cancer and it grew extremely fast and spread. ultimately, the surgery to remove it was what he died from. ☹️

    • @CB_ChaosLove
      @CB_ChaosLove 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jim Baird - Adventurer so sad to hear Jim. I hope he reincarnates to your next dog. What an amazing companion. The years you shared were probably amazing. Bless you