Kayak Camping Texas - 3 Days Dispersed on the Llano River

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  • This is the most scenic stretch of the Llano River, by far. The Llano River in the Texas Hill Country is perfect for a long 3 day Kayak Camping. It's the spot we venture out to nearly every single time we go on a trip. The rivers gush from springs and remain crystal clear.
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  • @oneandonlyrohto
    @oneandonlyrohto 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Gatewood! I was smiling just as big watching this video as you and crew were living it up!! Man losing the tackle & then the hunters....talk about a buzz kill
    But I see you in the Ascend Hybrid(with a fishing pole!!!) My smile grew once I saw it lol! Epic trip, rapids, scenery & it is peace in the nature! Something this country needs right about now & what a first kayak camping trip for your bud too! Im Glad its Kayak season and Im looking forward to my trips and seeing more of yours and the crew Gatewood!! Ya'll stay safe and take care out there!!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Man that is awesome to hear, thank you for the kind words!! There were some brutal moments but we survived for sure. The fishing pole is a staple now! I've been getting some tips and practicing so hopefully it pays off with some good content and tasty meals.

    • @maxlennon5564
      @maxlennon5564 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      InstaBlaster...

  • @GatewoodBrown
    @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Who's stoked for kayak season?!

    • @MichaelMiddletonTBH
      @MichaelMiddletonTBH 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm ready! We're doing an overnighter this weekend!

    • @matthewhaby2566
      @matthewhaby2566 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hell yeah! Have made a few day trips down the Medina this year already! We are doing an upper Guadalupe overnighter in a couple of weeks! (Was delayed due to T-storm forecast). Will be my first kayak camping trip; I'm pumped! Keep these videos coming!

    • @bspcyclist
      @bspcyclist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shared!

    • @Diego_Xander
      @Diego_Xander 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      “looks promising on google earth” lol same bro that’s all i ever go off of

    • @jogger1987
      @jogger1987 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hell yeah Gatewood ! I've ran my local Arkansas River 6 times since April so far here in Pueblo, CO. Also doing some summer work guiding people on paddle boards and kayaks at Lake Pueblo State Park. We've corresponded a few times, Covid19 messed up my Houston trip, that you gave me campsites and recommendations for. One day man !!! Hope to see you back out here in CO at some point.

  • @michaelelliott3456
    @michaelelliott3456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    this is hands down the most well put together films on youtube. this guy works really hard to get good footage. I love the vibes of these videos. props man

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! This comments means the world. I appreciate the support!

  • @daltonhuya4626
    @daltonhuya4626 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love that greta van fleet intro

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They rock hard man! Perfect for a summertime kayak trip intro

  • @htownmoto3803
    @htownmoto3803 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I feel like your channel is a great representation of what it is to be Texan

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally agree my man. Texas is a wonderful spot

    • @user-pd3zz3dn1i
      @user-pd3zz3dn1i 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      😮😮😮

  • @AllThingsOutdoors
    @AllThingsOutdoors 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is what trips are made of! Not knowing where you're gonna camp, sketchy moments with hunters and late nights on the water. You'll remember this trip for a long time buddy. Felt like I was there with you.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's exactly right Justin. Sketchy moments are inevitable and we will remember this one for sure. Hope you're well!

  • @rwsteiner100
    @rwsteiner100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the only thing I want to do with my free time. This is absolutely the most beautiful thing I have ever scene. I want to rock this!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s stunning out there for sure. Such nice country side!

  • @tomcaldwell5750
    @tomcaldwell5750 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely awesome! Thank you, Gatewood.

  • @Onecave
    @Onecave 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely magnificent adventures!!! Thank you for sharing!!!

  • @marouka99
    @marouka99 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best season of the year! Looking forward to seeing more videos!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Kayak season is the best! More to come!

  • @tgcanoesandkayaks
    @tgcanoesandkayaks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always enjoy your new videos, keep exploring!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, will do! We have so many wonderful spots close to your neck of the woods. I'd argue Texas is up there with the best for places to explore.

  • @verynearlypure
    @verynearlypure 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dude thank you so much for your uploads. Please keep it up! 👍🤙

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for tuning in! You guys make all of the effort worth it. More on the way!

  • @mr.breeze7806
    @mr.breeze7806 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can't beat a trip like that man! I live in MN and lucky to get 1 trip a year with the boys. Cheers

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hear ya there. Busy schedules and priorities make it tough!

  • @spindrift2719
    @spindrift2719 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really good video .. nice job fellas . Can’t wait to see more adventures

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you SD! Just uploaded another one today that I think you’ll enjoy

  • @jefflanger5475
    @jefflanger5475 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video! Looks like a great trip with good friends.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Jeff! It sure was. Definitely an eventful couple of days

  • @RiverKingsKayak
    @RiverKingsKayak 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wish I was on this one!!! Awesome video as usual!!!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      We would've loved to have had you Pete!

  • @NormW64
    @NormW64 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wowwwww!!! This's the best i've seeeeeeen!!! Next tuesday's my day man! Thanks for this one!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks norm! Have fun on your trip

  • @MrRyancangri
    @MrRyancangri 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, and a joy to watch such a beautiful experience.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! I appreciate you staying to watch

    • @MrRyancangri
      @MrRyancangri 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Gatewood Brown Thank you. I've been thinking about getting a canoe, or kayak, but the only problem is that I'm a little afraid of the waters. I'm trying to overcome it. Haha.

  • @mikeemmons4062
    @mikeemmons4062 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Looks like a good time.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Mike! We had a blast for sure...once the hard work was over lol

  • @calebhumphreys7872
    @calebhumphreys7872 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great edit GB. I really liked the morning tent time lapse and the coffee slow mo. Very cool.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, thank you! It was a struggle waking up to get the timelapse but absolutely worth it. Bennett makes some tasty coffee so we always like to make a short edit for it.

  • @mountainsmoore3657
    @mountainsmoore3657 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool video, Gatewood! Looked like you guys had a blast, yet again! The Texas Hill Country look beautiful!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it Brad! The hill country is otherworldly. Definitely spoiled to have this close by

  • @michaelelliott3456
    @michaelelliott3456 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love these videos, they never get old.

  • @Whiplash1937
    @Whiplash1937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    love ur channel,just fellow Texans out having good clean fun.thanks for taking us along

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Glenn! Texas has some wonderful places to explore

  • @yakgawds
    @yakgawds 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it! Wish I had nice clear rivers up in MN. Another great Yak vid!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      We are definitely spoiled with the water quality down here. I'd like to try MN one day though!

  • @JeremyPaulVisuals
    @JeremyPaulVisuals 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeeeeeeewwwwww - another great video bro! Can't wait to get started....

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Heck yeah my man! Go pick up a yak and you'll love it

  • @MichaelBone_
    @MichaelBone_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video Gatewood!

  • @DumpsterMarcus
    @DumpsterMarcus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great trip!! TX is really nice!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree completely! Lots of cool spots to explore for sure

  • @gregadams2162
    @gregadams2162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Look like a fantastic trip

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was awesome Greg! Full of good times and sketchy moments. But overall it was a wonderful trip

  • @turtleheadboys5263
    @turtleheadboys5263 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man! that was awesome!! Great job Gatewood!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you liked it!! Thanks for the kind words THB!

  • @post-socratic1417
    @post-socratic1417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such an amazing video great stuff

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really appreciate that! We had a wonderful time putting this together

  • @sstorm66
    @sstorm66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like yall are having a blast.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      This trip really was a blast!

  • @KentuckyWoodsman
    @KentuckyWoodsman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A truly awesome adventure! You don't know how cool it is to watch you guys rocking the Sun Dolphins and Big Box Store gear while living more adventure than most people will ever see in a lifetime.. There is no doubt you guys are out there doing this for all the right reasons and having a great time in the process. By the way congrats on passing 4k subscribers! At this rate you will be passing the big dogs in no time! Keep it up man!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey KW thank you so much! The big box store gear can work for sure! Our sun dolphin just developed a hole so it is now toast. Time to add another craft to the quiver! Thanks for the 4k congrats, its kind of surreal how it shot up all in a couple weeks. Things have returned back to normal but so cool!

  • @NicholasSpeaks
    @NicholasSpeaks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I stumbled across your channel cause I’m about to learn to start kayaking and I’ve been watching it everyday and havnt even kayaked yet lol it’s really enjoyable. I can’t wait to be out there

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Man this is amazing to hear! Start on some flatwater or a slow moving river. Stability and paddling will feel unstable at first but you’ll quickly get the hang of it. Cheers!

  • @KellyHannifin
    @KellyHannifin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos! Y’all seem super chill, fun and down for anything. I love the morning attention to coffee too, seems so fun! I am ready to start exploring more kayak spots, hadn’t thought about Llano yet.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks Kelly! We try to just have fun and keep it low key. After all, these trips are an escape out into the countryside since we all live in the city. Morning coffee is a must...especially for Bennett haha. Right now water is low everywhere but after some rain that should change

    • @KellyHannifin
      @KellyHannifin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GatewoodBrown Yeah, I am waiting for some raaain! What times of year are the water tables highest? Spring? Fall? Also, is there a way of knowing what water flow is good for each river? I have kayaked since childhood but we kept to pretty easy rivers. I recently got a "new to me" fishing kayak with dry storage and I'd love to be more adventurous but I am not sure how to know if a river's water flow is "safe". Nothing in Texas seems too crazy but you just don't know what you are going to run into.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kelly Hannifin congrats on the new kayak! These days with the aquifer getting pulled on so hard we just go after rains. There isn’t really a high season anymore when you know flows will be good. Generally speaking spring should be good but this year the rains came but the aquifer was so low it didn’t translate into flow. 100cfs and up is a good rule of thumb for hill country rivers.

  • @OGWeezy
    @OGWeezy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    10/10 great vid, would watch again

  • @denicahuffman6211
    @denicahuffman6211 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is great!

  • @kellymaxxrepinski4480
    @kellymaxxrepinski4480 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best yet. Guys.. Aventuras and full of suspense...Nice Veiws...can't wait too Yuk Again

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! This is one of my favorites too. So much action and perfect weather with great flows and good people. Ideal!

  • @jimbohammock5291
    @jimbohammock5291 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So awesome!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much JH!

    • @jimbohammock5291
      @jimbohammock5291 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GatewoodBrown Dude, my wife and I just discovered your videos last night...we watched 4 of them, haha. Will be tuning in for more! Great job.

  • @DavidHarperMusic
    @DavidHarperMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love that greta van fleet... perfect for such a beautiful float!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Greta rocks! Wish I could still use their music

  • @brandcannon
    @brandcannon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You guys ever do the “Lampases river” ?? Done it many times!! Best in late March to early June. Quite a journey. Lotta limestone waterfalls and swimming holes. Typical central Texas “moon meets Caribbean” environment. Love this! Texas boys and Texas rivers!! Hell yeah

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've had my eye on it! They got the best early fall rain by far. What's your favorite section? Good parking at the bridge crossings?

  • @chrismurray3469
    @chrismurray3469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've binged these videos like 10 ten times each. They are just so good! There's definitely a void for content of this quality. There are a lot of really useful videos out there, but these videos make me feel like I'm along for the trip, they're really amazing and really capture a lot of the things I LOVE about the hill country! This video in particular is probably my favorite.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for the kind words! The hill country is such an amazing place for sure. Even though I live in Houston, I’m constantly going out that way. I actually think this is one of my favorite videos too, underrated compared to other videos for me but I just really enjoyed the vibes from this one

  • @JneaCho
    @JneaCho 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thats exciting kayak 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @redneckgirl1955
    @redneckgirl1955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a child we use to go to Castell Texas on the llano river. I love it. Thanks for sharing this knowledge with me 🇨🇱🧡

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The llano in castell is wonderful! I can only imagine how the river has changed over the years.

  • @TheAlexLamberty
    @TheAlexLamberty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dude these videos are so good, I hope these get more known SOON. You deserve it.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Alex! It seems the growth was pretty good this season so I’ll push to replicate that next year!

  • @Lunchboxgraphics1
    @Lunchboxgraphics1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Big inspirations! Trying to enter that cliff corridor! Great narration too dude!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah those cliffs were pretty wild! I appreciate the kind words

  • @you4034
    @you4034 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great video, awesome place to go for a camping!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Yeah we love going out there

  • @CampUOut
    @CampUOut 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video man! Can’t help but smile. Also, nice watch.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words!

  • @DanielGagne
    @DanielGagne 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just found you this morning looking out for kayak vids... Love your stuff! Keep it up!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much! Glad to have ya in the community

  • @julianbecerra795
    @julianbecerra795 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it thanks for sharing

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for tuning in! Glad you enjoyed it

  • @batcountryfishingrods832
    @batcountryfishingrods832 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your video's bud. The Llano has been a good river to me, I've had some amazing days out there fishing. After that biblical flood a few years ago the fishing was about nonexistent so I've been letting her calm down, and recuperate but she may be worth another visit soon. All the islands I camped on out there are completely different now, but I can always find new camping spots. Keep 'em coming man, wish you the best!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks my man! The llano is a spectacular place and so unique with its flooding history. So cool to see the vegetation come back! We didn’t even get as much as a bite but that might’ve been user error lol. Are you liking the camping selection more now that the islands have been scraped clean? We found it more conducive to setting up camps

    • @batcountryfishingrods832
      @batcountryfishingrods832 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GatewoodBrown Well, I like my Hennessy hammock so much that having most of the trees gone make things kinda difficult. I found a good spot upstream from Snyder's crossing that works, but firewood is hard to come by. The fishing there just ain't like it used to be where you could almost cast in any direction, and at least, maybe catch a bluegill. But if you fish a Mepps XD size 2 white/sliver, or a shaky head jig/worm in the right spots, in the right way you will catch fish there. Also if you ever want a custom rod, or a 4 piece kayak/pack rod I'm out here in Liberty Hill, and I'd be happy to build you one. I'm a Lineman by profession, but custom rods are a rather serious hobby of mine. Take care bud!... Btw, my name's Robert Henry.

  • @enough1494
    @enough1494 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am 65, went to UT Austin in the late 70’s. Just retired and moving there just west of Junction City. I got nothing but a little land, but I am on the Llano!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s all you need! We love the llano for sure

  • @charlesycoker
    @charlesycoker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very nicely done

  • @rickfromvirginia
    @rickfromvirginia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Not sure how I missed you posting it but glad I started looking around! As usual you did another awesome job describing your adventure! Keep up the good work and thanks for all the hard work it takes to put these videos together!
    Rick From Virginia

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you rick! I appreciate the kind words. The effort is well worth it my friend

  • @Rincon009
    @Rincon009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your vids are really good! Fantastic editing and cinematic! nice job. new sub

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you jay! We put a lot of effort into these videos but it’s so worth it. More on the way!

  • @snickelfritz4706
    @snickelfritz4706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The llano area is so beautiful. I did a Gambler 500 there and fell in love with the place.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s incredible out there!

  • @harrisoutdoors8683
    @harrisoutdoors8683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Going on the Buffalo River in two weeks can’t wait

    • @dstopper6582
      @dstopper6582 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Going on a 4 day 3 night on the buffalo next week. Lower portion. North maumee to shipps ferry

    • @davidkarr9952
      @davidkarr9952 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Went on buffalo last week. Upper part was really good. Probably would recommend the mid section unless it rains.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have fun jay! The buffalo is a world class river system

  • @texascreekcowboy1587
    @texascreekcowboy1587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for sharing. Sharing your videos with my son, so he sees the different rivers. We bass fish at least 1-3 times a week, up and down the Guadalupe, Comal, and San Marcos Rivers around the New Braunfels area.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow you guys get out there a lot! Props to you for spending so much time with your family. Those will be memories you share forever

  • @georges3242
    @georges3242 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great trip with professional photography. Tough first day and a few spills (and a pinned kayak). The new guy with the Wilderness Pungo packed light. I hope that was by choice as I just bought one (and love it). No place for a hard cooler.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you George! He left his tent and other stuff in the car at the lunch haha. Not a good way to start a long weekend!

  • @MrOzlopez
    @MrOzlopez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great footage and narrating, keep it up.

  • @annagonzales3479
    @annagonzales3479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just found this channel! Omg! I'm hooked! Awesome adventures!

  • @kyled9203
    @kyled9203 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a great trip... i love your videos

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Kyle! Hope you've been well my man

    • @kyled9203
      @kyled9203 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GatewoodBrown i am doing great... got a good job, family is safe and healthy, and planing a kayak trip or a camping trip with my kids

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s all you can ask for my friend. Adding in a camping trip will be a nice escape from all of this

    • @kyled9203
      @kyled9203 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GatewoodBrown ... may the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back.

    • @kyled9203
      @kyled9203 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GatewoodBrown hey there brother... i had a question about the ridge outdoor hammock... are you still using it? Have you upgraded it (example the ridge line)?

  • @AS-cv4qz
    @AS-cv4qz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys rock

  • @TheJanitor214
    @TheJanitor214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome trip and another great video man! I’m in the process of working my wife up to bigger rapids do a stretch like this. This is another one on the list though, so thank you!!

    • @TheJanitor214
      @TheJanitor214 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We hit up the river leading into granger lake last weekend and are on the hunt for this weekends float!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right on my man! Glad to hear you guys are working your way up. Just remember, you can always walk some sections before building up confidence. But running them is more fun!

  • @MichaelMiddletonTBH
    @MichaelMiddletonTBH 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Epic trip! We apparently had some night hunters on our last trip. I think I would have just flashed lights at them to let them know we were there. They LIKELY would have avoided shooting in your direction. But, I guess it's better safe than sorry.
    Our group wants to do the Llano soon! I'm forwarding this to the group now! Looks like we will need to break out the tents, though (or yoga mats! ;) )
    Thanks for taking the extra time to film, edit and produce these vids, Gatewood! You continue to set the standard.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Michael!! Oh man that’s scary to hear, never a good situation. We also didn’t want them to come back in the morning for another session and forget about us. Better safe than sorry! The llano is wonderful but I’m thinking it’ll need some more flow if it doesn’t rain soon. Haha yoga mats are not recommended! Lol. Btw, just hammock camped the other weekend and loved it. Time to get back on rivers with trees after hitting the llano hard several times

    • @MichaelMiddletonTBH
      @MichaelMiddletonTBH 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GatewoodBrown I understand taking every precaution on something like that. We did a different stretch of the UG this past weekend. Definitely need more rain! We're looking at a second weekend in July trip somewhere, so I hope we get plenty before then.
      BTW, I ordered a Ridge Outdoors hammock based on your video. (They were out of stock online and Amazon, but I contacted them directly and they sold me one of the few they still have in the warehouse.) I didn't receive it until Monday, but it looks like a great option (at a great price) for hammock camping.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael Middleton TBH you guys must be experts on the UG by now!! It’s a beautiful stretch and I can’t wait to do it sometime. Very cool to hear about the ROG hammock. If you don’t use it as your main it’ll be nice to lend out. I’ve got two and let buddies borrow them on trips. I’ll be interested to hear your long term opinion on it.

  • @thomasmervyn9176
    @thomasmervyn9176 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got out to the llano above Mason. Thanks for the videos. That was a big reason for me having the balls to do it solo.
    Medina is next...

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Still haven’t done a solo trip but want to someday

  • @knockitdown8798
    @knockitdown8798 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every other camper: ⛺️☀️🌲
    Gatewood brown: we’re here 🌚🌌⛺️

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว

      Lololol that is unfortunate and true! Need to change things around a bit

    • @knockitdown8798
      @knockitdown8798 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GatewoodBrown no no! I love your videos. Keep it exactly the way it is. Big fan brother!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@knockitdown8798 haha old habits don’t change so it’ll likely be more of the same going forward!

  • @gatewood7606
    @gatewood7606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to see another Gatewood out there! Keep up the awesome videos!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Whoa no way that is awesome! Cheers to having a great name. Is it your first name?

    • @gatewood7606
      @gatewood7606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GatewoodBrown Yeah, it is! The only other Gatewood i've met was the guy i was named after. Trying to live up to the hype around the name!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here! Gatewood’s are cool bunch. Are you from Kentucky by chance?

    • @gatewood7606
      @gatewood7606 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GatewoodBrown Yeah i am. I think we've actually met before at a wedding lol. I think we have some "family" connections

  • @curdit9
    @curdit9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to see some fishing rods make the packing list. A whole new learning experience if you haven't done it before.
    Something I leaned on my last multi day trip is to lay the rods down while going through rapids. I flipped with 2 rods in rod holders, and both of them snapped right at the handle. Happened right at the beginning of the trip, too.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yessir! I plan on bringing a rod each time we go out. You’ll see a little bit of a catch and cook on the next one. I’ll have to try out laying down rods because snapping them would be disastrous!

  • @Lamsalot
    @Lamsalot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I enjoyed your narration! Feels like I'm watching a movie. Keep it up!!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow thank you so much for the kind words!

  • @mackjenkins7721
    @mackjenkins7721 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man it was fun watching this video. Man you had such a good time. When you have as many people as you had in the group it makes it for so much fun & the Rapids that you go through. & when you have buddies that's never done kayak camping before and they turns out to love it it makes it even better. That was crazy how people was shooting around you the first night but you did the right thing pack up and keep moving. I know you all was tired & it was dark but your life is more important. I really like how all of you was wearing Chaco sandals man for the adventure. I want to get a pair so bad man. I see a lot of kayak people wearing them. My wife wants to get me a pair of flip-flops for kayaking only & custom make a back strap for the flip-flops to stay on my feet while kayaking until I can find me a pair of sandals to wear. Man I would love to go kayak camping with you. I love kayak camping more than I do fishing. Good video buddy thank you for sharing.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers to that Mack! Thanks for stopping by to watch another video. Much appreciated for real!

  • @BackpackingWithJason
    @BackpackingWithJason 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome trip bro!!! What a wild first day. Kayaking in the dark is so scary. Campsites looked good. Good views and good friends and good weather equals a great trip!!
    I’m going on a kayak camping trip this weekend. Usually class 2-4 rapids but water is so low probably be class 1-2. Lol.
    Loved the video Gatewood 👍

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Jason thanks for checking in! Wild for sure...flips, hunters and left behind gear. Oh well! At least we had some quality scenery like you said. I hope your trip went well this past weekend! We’re the rapids big enough to mix it up?

    • @BackpackingWithJason
      @BackpackingWithJason 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gatewood Brown I had a blast. Had a few rapids. Probably Class 3 was the hardest. Kayak camping is so much fun

  • @spencerboaz2385
    @spencerboaz2385 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome trip big like .

  • @shufflerp3868
    @shufflerp3868 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We did 5 days kayaking on the Llano some time back. Great fun. The whole trip all we saw were two fly fishermen, lots of cows and turkeys. Lots of ranchers that are accommodating for those that kayak and canoe.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah it’s crazy how seldom traveled some of the rivers are once you get out in the countryside. Crazy!

  • @robbyeckert1031
    @robbyeckert1031 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes another video

  • @ProdigalSuns
    @ProdigalSuns 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video 👍

  • @trishschofield7808
    @trishschofield7808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fun videos. Can’t wait to see you guys invest in upgrade kayaks. I love my touring feel free adventure 140 got it on sale half price. No water in cockpit & love the two bulkheads for storage. 🏕🍰😃

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      An upgrade is definitely needed at this point. Getting a deal on a kayak is so key, awesome to hear you were able to do half off! Bulkheads are so key. Chris has been bailed out many times by them

  • @TheFn414
    @TheFn414 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank god its kyaking season. Got a couple trips planned in the midwest w some of the boys this summer. So jacked. Been waiting for a upload man for a while lol. Keep it up man

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’ll be a good time my man! More uploads on the way

  • @BCOutdoors95
    @BCOutdoors95 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like the content man! Subscribed!

  • @thinkingmonk9676
    @thinkingmonk9676 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kayaking is something I need to start doing.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s a pretty rad sport!

  • @siliilith
    @siliilith 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    BTW thanks for posting your videos I like them alot.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s my pleasure! Thank you for watching them!

  • @juanvelazquez5766
    @juanvelazquez5766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great that you linked the gear you use!!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Anything I can do to help! I get loads of questions about gear so I’ll be doing a full video on that soon

    • @juanvelazquez5766
      @juanvelazquez5766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@GatewoodBrown sweet thanks Im looking forward for that video!!! Im planning on doing a kayak/canoe fishing and camping trip soon

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@juanvelazquez5766 Right on! Spring will be here before we know it.

  • @iowamatt2519
    @iowamatt2519 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You finally get rain down there and I'm buried with work. Great Video, loe the Aspire 105, thats what I run for whitewater, what little we have up here. actually have a new one ordered. 6 weeks late and counting.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We did! Except now it has all been flushed out and the medina/frio were missed completely. The aspire was very impressive. Man that is a crazy delay!

  • @Leif-Eriksson
    @Leif-Eriksson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great location

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The llano is a rad place for the weekend!

  • @bspcyclist
    @bspcyclist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    When you told me this was going to be an epic video you weren't kidding! You and your buds had a good time and your positive attitude is a big part of that. Don't feel bad about not getting in much fishing. On our trip, just a few weeks later, we fished every smooth section, deep hole, ledge, layover, and rock face. I caught two small bass, my friend got skunked. We had so much fun kayaking, camping, jumping from that same cliff, and just being out in such beautiful country, that the experience didn't need any fish :)
    How does your brother like the Old Town compared to the Sun Dolphin? A bit of an upgrade I'd guess.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Epic indeed! Big ole rapids and a few surprises mixed in there. It can be tough to stay positive as a group but bennetts positive energy certainly helps in that department. The fishing is tough for sure! Just need to get some reps. You're spot on that most of the experience is just being out in the thick of it. Bennett said he's been missing out for all these years after he paddled the old town lol!

    • @bspcyclist
      @bspcyclist 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GatewoodBrown Awesome. Yeah there's some truth to "you get what you pay for" when it comes to performance equipment.

  • @regardtduplessis6806
    @regardtduplessis6806 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bro I discovered your channel today, and damn dude it makes me sooo want to do this with a few oaks aswell🔥🔥🔥and then content is fleeeek👏🏻

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s the ultimate compliment thank you! Cheers my man

  • @shillingfamily
    @shillingfamily 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like I said brother.. MO just fills in terrifically.. I have two brothers up north of Dallas. We are planning our first trip for September. Really looking forward to reconnecting with them.. peace man

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I need to check out MO! September should be a good time for y’all to do a trip. Have fun!

  • @TheVelo33
    @TheVelo33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Killin' it Gatewood! Awesome work capturing this trip! I think you missed out on having some nice grass-fed steaks for dinner on that 2nd night. 🐄🥩

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks, Matt! Man we should've...those would've been nice a fresh. The coolers crushed it this go round!

  • @siobanny
    @siobanny 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish you had a video explaining the whole "cubic feet per ratio flow rate" or whatever you said. I don't know where to learn more about that. Thanks for these great videos. They are so inspirational.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll definitely think about doing that! CFS can vary so much by river (width, depth, steepness). Definitely something to think about.

  • @HOOKEDOFFTHEGRID
    @HOOKEDOFFTHEGRID 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video brotha! I grew up in Mason and love doing that stretch; we have so many memories on the Llano haha! Was cool seeing it from yalls view 🤙🏼🤙🏼

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cheers my man! I'm jealous you lived close there growing up!! One of my favorite sections in TX. You've probably seen floods change it up as well. I ran into Manny B this weekend on the guad, so crazy!

    • @HOOKEDOFFTHEGRID
      @HOOKEDOFFTHEGRID 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gatewood Brown haha I saw that 😂 and yeah dude BIG TIME... Floods have deff played a toll on that river; but overall it’s made it nicer for floating and cleaning it out!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was so crazy! He was even catching fish with all of the tubes around. Man I’ll take a good clean out every now and again. The gravel bars have much less plant matter which has been nice for camping. But we need that fishing to come back!

    • @HOOKEDOFFTHEGRID
      @HOOKEDOFFTHEGRID 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gatewood Brown you got that right man!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yessir!

  • @partea3943
    @partea3943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Forgetting critical camping gear is too relatable lol!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Especially when you brought it, just left it in the car! lol

  • @TexasGunner
    @TexasGunner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not to sound weird but I would love to go on a trip with you guys. Looks like so much fun!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not weird at all man! These trips are a Blast and I highly recommend you out a crew together

  • @palmtrader2431
    @palmtrader2431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In sure you get this a lot. But I’d love to join you guys sometime. Kayak camping has become my absolute favorite pastime. Great videos dude.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out some Facebook groups for paddling trips! There always seems to be trips getting planned

  • @tamaragrottker7677
    @tamaragrottker7677 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just accidentally found this channel. I am almost 60 but I have always wanted to do this. I look at maps to see where can this river take me. I thought it would be cool kayak all the way down to Colorado River to the Gulf. Enjoy your trips. This is very cool.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words! A trip from source to sea would be incredible. Never too late!

  • @SkinnyWaterBoyzTV
    @SkinnyWaterBoyzTV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Should have given a good ole yeeeyeee!! To them hunters hahaha but I know the feeling when ppl coming up on the campsite, always is sketchy. Albert and I had an encounter with ppl coming through the site. Ended up drinking cold beer with them till lile 1 am. Good times

    • @bspcyclist
      @bspcyclist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Manny you could charm the horns off a billygoat :)

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah man it was wild seeing them! Just figured we’d go further into the backcountry and get away from ALL people. Haha drinking a cold beer is about as ideal an encounter as you can have!

  • @larue9225
    @larue9225 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally!!!! Whoop!

  • @jeank8061
    @jeank8061 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I make videos of my adventures and I must say your editing is superb! Gives me ideas to make my videos more creative and interesting. I love the way the viewer feels like they're there with you! Subscribed! :)

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! Glad I can be a part of your creative journey. More outdoors channels the better!

  • @heathergalicinao3228
    @heathergalicinao3228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Have you guys ever considered getting into whitewater kayaking???? Seems like it would be something you would all love. I started in a flat water kayak going at rapids like these and whitewater kayaking has been an incredible step up!!!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We love WW kayaking! There isn't much close to where we live but anytime theres an opportunity to go we are so down.

    • @heathergalicinao3228
      @heathergalicinao3228 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gatewood Brown too bad you guys are in Texas kinda wish you were local, there’s lots of things there haven’t been run before. Maybe some first descents?

    • @johnmichaels4330
      @johnmichaels4330 ปีที่แล้ว

      @heathergalicinao3228 wait, there are other places than Texas? 🤣 we do love our state, but always down to do new things.

  • @geraldusener7238
    @geraldusener7238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Their a lot of gypsum in the Texas Hill country, it turn the water green. You can order some, It's PH neutral.

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Interesting I didn’t know that!

  • @cct116
    @cct116 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    LONG COMMENT WARNING! Dig the choice of music for this video! I think I have lost count on how many times I have watched this one. Continuing my researching of rivers to kayak camp this one is definitely on my list being roughly 4 and half hours away from me as well. A few questions, first being the distance from entry point to exit point I have mapped out on Google Earth is roughly 10.28 miles, does this sound fairly accurate to the trip with in this video? Also, if I spotted this correctly, in the "KAYAK CAMPING Texas - The Llano is a Spring Fed OASIS" video it looks like you put in where you exited in this video. With that said, do you change your entry and exit points when it comes to planning your trips or once you figure the river out you stay pretty consistent with the two points? As always, appreciate the time you take to humor us beginners and the information/adventure videos you have produced thus far. Thanks!

    • @GatewoodBrown
      @GatewoodBrown  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow seriously thank you so much for the comment! This was definitely one heck of a trip. Although it was crazy nothing too bad happened. We usually like to try new stretches of river but repeating some of our favorite sections is definitely in the cards

  • @codybutler3452
    @codybutler3452 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wanna go!