I edited this video a bit differently than some of my others. Please share your thoughts. In case you don't notice the differences, the primary three are that I don''t speak to the camera at all (until the end), I let the shots play out on screen for longer than I typically do and I used less music. Did this video hold your attention?
I'm sure everyone watches for their own reasons. I'm an avid hiker and personally watch hiking/backpacking videos to try and get a real-life feel for a place and experience. For me, videos that play a lot of music and show beautiful imagery are nice, but they are more like those ambient background videos you can play for hours on end. I like to hear the actual sounds, see the visual reality of the trip as well as hear the storyline of what is occurring. Also, I LOVE your trail runners. I have them in both colors and wear them on all my hikes. Have a wonderful day!
I really liked your conversation at the end. You provided lots of good info on the trail/area with good tips and safety info. I like the good mix of styles of the videos on your channel. Thanks for sharing these with us!
I loved this video! There is a real visceral element to it. The truth is backpacking is hard. It's hot, cold exhausting and uncomfortable. Even drinking delicious life saving water is different than at home. You are out of breath, it's probably warm, may have a dirt after taste, but it's good.... ahh. Backpacking provides those Instagram- my life is better than yours moments. But those are what we endure the hardships for. And what people sitting on their couch are missing.
Knowing that you had to take your tripod, set it up in all of those spots, and then go back and walk by ALL of those times is sooooo inspiring. You are a filmmaker in the truest sense of the word. Don’t have a camera guy, or a camera crew and people editing your footage, but instead you do it all and I am so proud of you for it. I really really wish you the best and look forward to seeing your channel continue to grow organically. Thankyou for being who you are. You’re a breath of fresh air😃✌🏽
All your videos catch my attention, because of the beautiful places you take us. I loved the music you did choose, it suited the scenery perfectly. Enjoyed your description at the end.
How cool that you cowboy camped there. 👍. I imagine the night sky was amazing! lol.....that water bottle tried its best to obey your request. Glad it did not stray too far from you. 😆
Solid video. I’ve stayed in the Needles District for several backcountry trips. I’ve explained it to others as hobbit like. The scenery never gets old.
I liked the mute video and the sound of the music as background. Great info to hike and backpacking in the canyoland and definetly it s a different environment. I loved the rocks formation.
Nice video Christine. Stay safe out there, the heat can definitely be dangerous, especially on medium or long hikes. In the scene where you were unloading your pack I envisioned a clown car in my head when you kept pulling stuff out of the pack and more and more stuff kept piling out. I was just in Arches and Canyonlands in late October when the weather was cooler. Beautiful place although I didn't venture into the needles district this time around.
I loved the format of this video. Beautiful scenery and you gave the viewer an opportunity to really feel like they were doing the hike too. Hopefully I will get there one day
I like the capturing of the landscapes and the hiking through various terrains in the video. I think it is a nice and effective approach to the natural sounds of hiking that you chose to go with. Personally I think the “NATS” sound is a little loud perhaps tune it down a little? Great video as always and thanks for the inspiration! Looking forward to your next video!
Spectacular area. Thank You for taking us there. 🙏🏼💕. Yes, I like the judicious use of music, letting the scenery speak for itself. And, as others have said maybe turn down the volume of the footsteps just a tad. 🙂. I actually love hearing the sound of footsteps on the trail, but you have a wonderfully sensitive mic. 😊. Love all your videos! Thanks for the opportunity to share a little bit of feedback. ( I edit audiobooks so sound quality always gets my attention. 😉)
BREATHTAKING VIEWS COLORS BEAUTY SCENERY & WEATHER ! AWESOME VIDEO FOOTAGE ! GREAT WORK 👍 👌 LOVE HEARING NATURE LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR AS YOU WOULD WHILE YOUR HIKING ! THANK YOU ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED !
Beautiful video as always Christine. You capture things so beautifully and it’s always a real pleasure to sit down with a nice cuppa (yes I’m in the UK hahaha!) to watch your videos. Personally, I don’t mind which format you decide to edit, they’re all so good to watch, well done.
I like mixing the talking throughout, but it was a good video. I think that’s my favourite park we have been to. We front country camped and then hiked the joint trail as a loop from the elephant canyon trailhead. It was awesome! We didn’t make it to Druid arch. I’d like to backpack in there someday. But probably in the fall or spring. Busier probably but not so hot.
The scenery is astonishing! I liked the longer play time on the special shots- something that I have longed for in other videos. (That sure is a sensitive microphone!😉)
Aah, back to rock country. As beautiful as the high mountains with their snow packs and forests are, there is nothing more beautiful than the stark deserts and basins with their exposed towering red and blonde pinnacles. The scenes you captured certainly held my attention. I kept looking for hidden cracks and narrow passages and it was all there. The narrative was provided by the way you edited and presented the hike. I think your style is unique and it works.
I've hiked most of those canyons and that is an awesome area to hike. 11 miles out to Druid and back is a significant hike, especially in the heat, even as a day hike with lighter pack. And BTW you always remind me of Virgina Madsen but I bet you're 3 times as tough as she is. I liked the video style, I don't miss the music, but I would like to hear you narrate more.
I enjoyed this video! Beautiful shots, liked just the sounds and lighter music, but...thought the sounds were a bit loud. Thanks for creating and sharing!
Sweet! Perfectly timed video, as I’m heading there for my own solo outing in a week. I’m doing a night in Big Spring and one at Chester Park. Planning to go to Druid Arch and the Joint in between. Hopefully not biting off more than I can chew.
Have fun!!! There are so many trails that as long as you have a good map and skills, you should be able to make changes based on conditions and how you are feeling. :)
I enjoyed the real sounds and having the conversation at the end. I also appreciate that you explain why you rated it “difficult.” The ratings can be moderate or difficult for so many reasons...some of those reasons aren’t hard for some but are for others. My partner finds ledges difficult while I find going down boulders is more of a challenge. So it’s nice knowing the “why” behind the label.
I think I will return to my regular style. This was a challenge I set for myself to try and convey a story without and speaking. It's not my personal favorite of my work but I'm still proud of it. :)
love the fact that you showed so much of the trail and the landscape gives the viewer an idea of what the trail is going to be like... nothing wrong with jumping in and saying some things, I think other channels get a bit overdramatic with the content but I like things simple ... Keep up the good work !
Not sure how old this video is...But if your in the Moab Area...there is a very big Ulta Race taking place in Moab Area...The Moab 240. You should check it out. Its been a long time since Ive been in the Canyon Lands...went there for some Mt. Biking...fun trip...BUT...Oh So HOT ! Great camera work and editing..take care Christine...
Hi Randy! I just missed the Moab 240. Ugh! I actually left my campsite because I saw that the access road was going to be closed for a "marathon." Didn't put it together 2+2=🤦🏼♀️
@@nomad_unknown Bummer....you would have got a kick out of watching that race. Its considered one of the best 200 mile (plus) races in the world. Happy to see your doing OK.....stay safe out there and Im curious to see what the winter months bring you....happiness I hope. Take care
Of course, this video held my attention! I like that you have let the natural sounds shine - sometimes it is hard to find the right music, so letting nature provide the mix is awesome. I've been remaking some of my videos and ditching the music where I can, but the audio on my old stuff is pretty awful. LOL! Question: what would you have done if that bottle rolled back to you after coaxing it? AND...Is that a new backpack? Looks like the HMG Southwest...3400? I have the same pack and LOVE it! But I do struggle with where to put my gear where it is more accessible. I guess I need to leave some of the camera gear behind! PS - loved the night photos!❤️
Hi Maryann! Audio is so challenging to deal with. I spend way more time and energy on audio than the visual and often it goes unnoticed (which I think is the goal). The bottle did roll back! It just hesitated at first. Haha! The camera didn't capture it well but I was truly shocked because it rolled up a pretty steep little dip. Yes, new pack. My next video will get into all the details of why I now have this pack. :)
Very nice, Christine. When I got back to the campground after my hike to Druid Arch and asked a neighbor if she had seen it, she said "I think that Druid Arch is a 'portal'." Now, that provided some food for thought. Good choice of locations to hike, no?
Haha! I don't know about portal but it was so hot when I was hiking there that I kept imaging that I was actually hiking to a waterfall with a swimming hole. A little mirage in my mind!
@@nomad_unknown Just one question: As you were hiking up canyon - maybe in the vicinity of where you actually climb up out of the canyon bottom and then walk parallel to the bottom on a slightly upper level - is there still a fresh water source that sits in the shade on the right side of the canyon, shaded by a long overhand? I saw it maybe 4 years ago.
loved the video aspects, nice use of light and I like the longer shots. But to much walking sound, more of the nature sounds would be great even if its just wind. "I" prefer hiking and nature videos with less music, this had a great balance and the music was not too loud. You have a good eye for shot set up, keep up the very nice videos.
Excellent! I luv the oblique lighting! Personally, I cover all-up in those conditions.....long sleeve shirt, long pants etc. My dermatologist has been warning me........
Interesting info about the “slippery rock”! As I watched you almost jog down them I thought “she’s gonna slip and fall”! But it all makes sense how you can maneuver on them with the grip. Lots of good info provided here, thank you! 🤙
Great video packed with amazing shots! Some friendly feedback.... the audio sounds very processed like there is a significant amount of noise reduction. I would reduce that (no pun intended ha!) also the footsteps being loud when you’re walking away from camera, I assume from using the lav as the audio source. I would use a shotgun on the camera instead. Also it would be great to see more of you’re smiling face and some reactions.😁 Your shot composition is really nice and your videos are captivating. Awesome locations! Keep them coming please!
Thanks for the feedback Mike. Regarding the "sound distortion" believe it or not that is the actual sound of my shoe soles hitting the slick rock. It's very strange and seems way louder than it should be but the rock is so porous that it has that strange hollow sound that echos in the canyon. I think my shotgun mic would have been better suited in the case but I didn't have the experience of the ambient noise yet to anticipate. Live and learn.
Thanks for sharing your adventure! The video was absolutely wonderful but the exaggerated noise/sounds were definitely a bit distracting at times. Great work!
I liked the silent video, it’s very peaceful and also the dialog in the end was very informative. I loved everything because that area is one of my faves. My husband and I are planning to go to Moab soon.
Good question! It's not heavy usually. I don't typically weigh it but maybe around 24 lbs. The camera gear is what pushes the weight up. For this trip I carried in over 8lbs of water so it was much heavier going in than coming out.
These view points are absolutely stunning. I am a novice on videography. How are you able to capture yourself walking while not holding a go pro or camera equipment?
I actually carried a little bit extra in just in case I encountered someone who would need some! It wouldn't surprise me at all to find someone in trouble out there.
Hi Chris! i like that vid very much! I noticed it's looks like you got A Garmin mini,don't you. As I plan to get one , please tell us,is it working all the way along the trails? is it useful & accurate to follow the right path or not? Thank you so much for answering!
I assume you have a mic tied to your body. It's confusing when you are walking towards or away from the kamera and the volume stays the same. It somehow contradicts with the footage. But in general I like the style with less talking. A little bit of Joey Coconato style. And the needles is such an awesome area. It's on top of my list when I can travle to the US again...
Nice video post but find the footsteps noise too loud. I have seen other videos from other channels and theirs are more subtle and not as distracting. I am hiker and have experienced the beauty and intricacies the trail offers in Canyonlands. Beautiful footage and nice post but do something about the footsteps noise level on future video posts.
It’s great watching all the beautiful places you hike. But it would be nice if you talked to us on your journeys, just to share you thoughts and feelings while on the trail. You used to talk to us while making these, you seem to have become more isolated and remote from your viewers.
Im curious while filling your backpack and the water bottle was rolling around by a breeze what if the bottle rolled over to you.After saying come here Would you of ran? Cut this part out? Or just let us beleive you have supper powers?
Erik Normark is the guy’s name. Check out his channel. He has a video that shows you how to capture nature sounds. He shows you what to buy as far as sound equipment. I would Watch every single one of his videos if he would just speak a little bit. If you can master his sound capturing techniques your channel will blow up. He is a master at capturing sound. I hope this helps you. 👍
Thanks for the feedback. :) The echoes in the canyon and strange sound of footstep on the porous rock maybe wasn't the best time to try this video as my set up generally works for these purposes in other environments.
I disagree. I like hearing the sounds of hiking more than music. The combo of the two is good... but the hiking etc was a bit loud. Maybe keep those sounds but make them quieter?
The more of these videos I watch with these vast ever changing landscapes the more I feel I was born on the wrong side of the planet. Oh and yes I enjoyed this video very much. 👍🏽
As usual your landscape photography was exemplary, almost as if the viewer was brought into the scene. Prefer your narrating throughout the video, esp. since you have a very pleasing and engaging voice, and vocal style. Still doesn't hurt to try new things, but hard to improve upon near perfection.
Beautiful, intriguing place. I must go and I explore it. Music seemed to be about right. You always use music I enjoy and enhances the video. Some hikers use music that ruins the video and it's best to turn off the sound. Hearing swallowing water and chewing food though is not the best.
Your three ideas are great ideas BUT . . . from someone that's also a hiker it does not sound natural where you put the microphone that's picking up the sound of your feet but not the sound of nature around you much. It's just too sensitive to the noise you are making from walking. I think it would be better if you had a quality mic not too far from the camera. I say this assuming you are wearing a mic because it does not change volume as you get closer to or further from the camera. It almost sounds like you are wearing wooden shoes. But the video and music mixing is great. Much better than I have ever taken the time to do even though I do know how to do it.
why? do you worry about men alone too? or just women? I can assure you that I have camped and hiked alone most of my life and the only problems I have are in cities with people. I'm sure she has a satellite rescue beacon. She is very experienced.
Because you asked for feedback about the recording of sound I willl give you my honest opinion. I noticed that something was different right from the beginning. I don’t know where you had your mike but it sounded terrible. Like your shoes where filled with water as you walked. I just heard this sloshing back-and-forth. Very annoying. I also Believe that you should talk some throughout the video just so we know how you feel about your surroundings at times. I agree with you too much talking is not good but no talking is also not good. My advice since you asked is I think you should be yourself. I think your aunt Catherine will agree with me. You need to be yourself so it will come across as genuine not phony. That is why I watch your channel to see you being yourself. If you want to talk a little less it’s OK if you think it will give you more views but member you have to be yourself. I really liked at the end how you gave information about that area to anyone that was interested in going there. So #1 you have to put your mike a few feet away from your body #2 you have to do a little more talking throughout the video. Doesn’t have to be a lot. #3 just be yourself and don’t worry about what people think. That’s probably the most important one. As for music I don’t really care too much about that. There is plenty of sounds out there when we are hiking that you can record after your shot and then addd it to the shot later. What I mean is stand there after your shot and record some sound for a minute. then add it in post production later. There is this guy that I follow that is very good at that catching sound from his surroundings. The reason I don’t watch his channel all the time it’s because he does no talking and I don’t like that. I’llTry and find you his channel and give you his name.
I appreciate the time you spent on the feedback. I was trying something new but that doesn't mean I'm not being myself. It is a process of learning to experiment and take risks. I'm not the kind of person to find a "formula" and stick with that and let that define me. Part of being me is that I'm not afraid to take risks. I've been watching Erik Normark's videos for years and they are some of my favorites. I've been very inspired by what he does with sound. He is very talented.
Utah Jeff ..... here .... actually the video was OK ... however, when you talk you are putting your personality into it and it is much more personal to the watcher... I imagine it is a lot more work to do that for you and your crew .....a lot of UTubers do something similar
I edited this video a bit differently than some of my others. Please share your thoughts. In case you don't notice the differences, the primary three are that I don''t speak to the camera at all (until the end), I let the shots play out on screen for longer than I typically do and I used less music. Did this video hold your attention?
YES !!!
I'm sure everyone watches for their own reasons. I'm an avid hiker and personally watch hiking/backpacking videos to try and get a real-life feel for a place and experience. For me, videos that play a lot of music and show beautiful imagery are nice, but they are more like those ambient background videos you can play for hours on end. I like to hear the actual sounds, see the visual reality of the trip as well as hear the storyline of what is occurring. Also, I LOVE your trail runners. I have them in both colors and wear them on all my hikes. Have a wonderful day!
Thanks for the feedback Laney!
I agree about the shoes. I already have a back-up pair stored away for when this pair wears out.
This Girl Hikes .
I really liked your conversation at the end. You provided lots of good info on the trail/area with good tips and safety info. I like the good mix of styles of the videos on your channel. Thanks for sharing these with us!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I loved this video! There is a real visceral element to it. The truth is backpacking is hard. It's hot, cold exhausting and uncomfortable. Even drinking delicious life saving water is different than at home. You are out of breath, it's probably warm, may have a dirt after taste, but it's good.... ahh.
Backpacking provides those Instagram- my life is better than yours moments. But those are what we endure the hardships for. And what people sitting on their couch are missing.
The serenity and the real solitude is spot on Christine.
Thank you for all the work you put into your videos.
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Knowing that you had to take your tripod, set it up in all of those spots, and then go back and walk by ALL of those times is sooooo inspiring. You are a filmmaker in the truest sense of the word. Don’t have a camera guy, or a camera crew and people editing your footage, but instead you do it all and I am so proud of you for it. I really really wish you the best and look forward to seeing your channel continue to grow organically. Thankyou for being who you are. You’re a breath of fresh air😃✌🏽
All your videos catch my attention, because of the beautiful places you take us. I loved the music you did choose, it suited the scenery perfectly. Enjoyed your description at the end.
Thank you very much!
How cool that you cowboy camped there. 👍. I imagine the night sky was amazing! lol.....that water bottle tried its best to obey your request. Glad it did not stray too far from you. 😆
I was thinking the same, looking up at the night sky from that location must have been amazing.
It was! I’ve been wanting to try cowboy camping and I couldn’t imagine a more perfect opportunity than this one.
I like your recap at the end. That hike is on my list to do.
Solid video. I’ve stayed in the Needles District for several backcountry trips. I’ve explained it to others as hobbit like. The scenery never gets old.
That has got to be one of the most stunning hikes I’ve ever seen. Wow!!!
I enjoy your hikes to beautiful places. You do a great job editing and making the videos.... keep up the great work...
I noticed the different style, and I liked it a lot. I hope to visit that area someday; so beautiful!
Thank you!
I liked the mute video and the sound of the music as background. Great info to hike and backpacking in the canyoland and definetly it s a different environment. I loved the rocks formation.
Nice video Christine. Stay safe out there, the heat can definitely be dangerous, especially on medium or long hikes. In the scene where you were unloading your pack I envisioned a clown car in my head when you kept pulling stuff out of the pack and more and more stuff kept piling out. I was just in Arches and Canyonlands in late October when the weather was cooler. Beautiful place although I didn't venture into the needles district this time around.
It’s BEAUTIFUL !!! One of my favs but I love them all~
I loved the format of this video. Beautiful scenery and you gave the viewer an opportunity to really feel like they were doing the hike too. Hopefully I will get there one day
I liked this way, too! Do what makes you happy. 😊💕
Thank you, I will. Trying new things helps me grow and learn. :)
This Girl Hikes That’s true for most of us! Enjoy yourself! 😄
It was very smart of you to adjust your hike given the heat and the amount of water required.
I like the capturing of the landscapes and the hiking through various terrains in the video. I think it is a nice and effective approach to the natural sounds of hiking that you chose to go with. Personally I think the “NATS” sound is a little loud perhaps tune it down a little? Great video as always and thanks for the inspiration! Looking forward to your next video!
Awesome, thank you!
Spectacular area. Thank You for taking us there. 🙏🏼💕. Yes, I like the judicious use of music, letting the scenery speak for itself. And, as others have said maybe turn down the volume of the footsteps just a tad. 🙂. I actually love hearing the sound of footsteps on the trail, but you have a wonderfully sensitive mic. 😊. Love all your videos! Thanks for the opportunity to share a little bit of feedback. ( I edit audiobooks so sound quality always gets my attention. 😉)
That explains your photo! I’ve been curious about the dog and mic.
BREATHTAKING VIEWS COLORS BEAUTY SCENERY & WEATHER ! AWESOME VIDEO FOOTAGE ! GREAT WORK 👍 👌 LOVE HEARING NATURE LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR AS YOU WOULD WHILE YOUR HIKING ! THANK YOU ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED !
Your courage is expanding so quickly! What beautiful views you showed! Please keep a sharp eye for rattle snakes.......
Eyes and ears :)
Beautiful video as always Christine. You capture things so beautifully and it’s always a real pleasure to sit down with a nice cuppa (yes I’m in the UK hahaha!) to watch your videos. Personally, I don’t mind which format you decide to edit, they’re all so good to watch, well done.
Thank you so much 😀
Beautiful locations. Thanks for sharing.
This is a wonderful video! Sound of soft footsteps (combined with soft music) is kind of ASMRish... :-) I would love to see more videos like this.
Noted!
I like mixing the talking throughout, but it was a good video. I think that’s my favourite park we have been to. We front country camped and then hiked the joint trail as a loop from the elephant canyon trailhead. It was awesome! We didn’t make it to Druid arch. I’d like to backpack in there someday. But probably in the fall or spring. Busier probably but not so hot.
I hope to make it back in the colder months to check it out more. The day after I got out the temps dropped to reasonable levels.
Thanks for sharing, beautiful camera work.
Great video with lovely scenes. And the Peekaboo trail sounds like fun :-)
Thank you!
Great video! The Landscape is so beautiful and I bet the stars were wild being in a desert, hope the no camp tenting wasn't too bad for ya!
I really enjoyed not being in a tent. The conditions were perfect for it and anytime I opened my eyes, I stared into an endless universe.
@@nomad_unknown that sounds super cool!! That's for the reply
The scenery is astonishing! I liked the longer play time on the special shots- something that I have longed for in other videos.
(That sure is a sensitive microphone!😉)
Aah, back to rock country. As beautiful as the high mountains with their snow packs and forests are, there is nothing more beautiful than the stark deserts and basins with their exposed towering red and blonde pinnacles. The scenes you captured certainly held my attention. I kept looking for hidden cracks and narrow passages and it was all there. The narrative was provided by the way you edited and presented the hike. I think your style is unique and it works.
There is a certain alluring quality of the desert landscapes. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. :)
I’m going backpacking in the needles this coming weekend. Great video!
Have fun!
Nice video. Awsome footage!!!!
Thanks a lot!
I've hiked most of those canyons and that is an awesome area to hike. 11 miles out to Druid and back is a significant hike, especially in the heat, even as a day hike with lighter pack. And BTW you always remind me of Virgina Madsen but I bet you're 3 times as tough as she is. I liked the video style, I don't miss the music, but I would like to hear you narrate more.
I enjoyed this video! Beautiful shots, liked just the sounds and lighter music, but...thought the sounds were a bit loud. Thanks for creating and sharing!
Good to know! Thank you! 😁
Good sound effects. Walking is a sound. Groove on. It's a way to wisdom.
There are several ways.
This video was very well done. Keep up the great work.
Thank you very much!
Great video! This is one of my favorite trails; hiked it in June. Would like to add the camping component next time!
Following christine u..rock this again.
Watching you from northern california
Sweet! Perfectly timed video, as I’m heading there for my own solo outing in a week. I’m doing a night in Big Spring and one at Chester Park. Planning to go to Druid Arch and the Joint in between. Hopefully not biting off more than I can chew.
*Chesler Park. Thanks, autocorrect.
Have fun!!! There are so many trails that as long as you have a good map and skills, you should be able to make changes based on conditions and how you are feeling. :)
That scenery is just beautiful.
I agree!
My kind of woman! Enjoyed the video well done
I enjoyed the real sounds and having the conversation at the end. I also appreciate that you explain why you rated it “difficult.” The ratings can be moderate or difficult for so many reasons...some of those reasons aren’t hard for some but are for others. My partner finds ledges difficult while I find going down boulders is more of a challenge. So it’s nice knowing the “why” behind the label.
Thanks Patti! Great feedback.
Very nice and I enjoyed the information section as well, lots of good advice.
Glad it was helpful!
I really like the silent hiking videos. I do like your voice too.
I think I will return to my regular style. This was a challenge I set for myself to try and convey a story without and speaking. It's not my personal favorite of my work but I'm still proud of it. :)
I was just there hiking alone a few weeks ago. The weather was crazy! 95 one day and 35 with snow the next. It was beautiful.
Oh wow!
Awesome hike, thanks for the ride!
You bet!
love the fact that you showed so much of the trail and the landscape gives the viewer an idea of what the trail is going to be like... nothing wrong with jumping in and saying some things, I think other channels get a bit overdramatic with the content but I like things simple ... Keep up the good work !
I think I will continue to provide some narrative in the future but it was fun trying something new. Thanks for watching!
Not sure how old this video is...But if your in the Moab Area...there is a very big Ulta Race taking place in Moab Area...The Moab 240. You should check it out. Its been a long time since Ive been in the Canyon Lands...went there for some Mt. Biking...fun trip...BUT...Oh So HOT ! Great camera work and editing..take care Christine...
Hi Randy! I just missed the Moab 240. Ugh! I actually left my campsite because I saw that the access road was going to be closed for a "marathon." Didn't put it together 2+2=🤦🏼♀️
@@nomad_unknown Bummer....you would have got a kick out of watching that race. Its considered one of the best 200 mile (plus) races in the world. Happy to see your doing OK.....stay safe out there and Im curious to see what the winter months bring you....happiness I hope. Take care
Big fan..Watching from SOUTH KOREA 🤩👍🤗
Awesome! Thank you!
Of course, this video held my attention! I like that you have let the natural sounds shine - sometimes it is hard to find the right music, so letting nature provide the mix is awesome. I've been remaking some of my videos and ditching the music where I can, but the audio on my old stuff is pretty awful. LOL!
Question: what would you have done if that bottle rolled back to you after coaxing it?
AND...Is that a new backpack? Looks like the HMG Southwest...3400? I have the same pack and LOVE it! But I do struggle with where to put my gear where it is more accessible. I guess I need to leave some of the camera gear behind!
PS - loved the night photos!❤️
Hi Maryann! Audio is so challenging to deal with. I spend way more time and energy on audio than the visual and often it goes unnoticed (which I think is the goal).
The bottle did roll back! It just hesitated at first. Haha! The camera didn't capture it well but I was truly shocked because it rolled up a pretty steep little dip.
Yes, new pack. My next video will get into all the details of why I now have this pack. :)
Very nice, Christine. When I got back to the campground after my hike to Druid Arch and asked a neighbor if she had seen it, she said "I think that Druid Arch is a 'portal'." Now, that provided some food for thought. Good choice of locations to hike, no?
Haha! I don't know about portal but it was so hot when I was hiking there that I kept imaging that I was actually hiking to a waterfall with a swimming hole. A little mirage in my mind!
@@nomad_unknown Just one question: As you were hiking up canyon - maybe in the vicinity of where you actually climb up out of the canyon bottom and then walk parallel to the bottom on a slightly upper level - is there still a fresh water source that sits in the shade on the right side of the canyon, shaded by a long overhand? I saw it maybe 4 years ago.
loved the video aspects, nice use of light and I like the longer shots. But to much walking sound, more of the nature sounds would be great even if its just wind. "I" prefer hiking and nature videos with less music, this had a great balance and the music was not too loud. You have a good eye for shot set up, keep up the very nice videos.
Really good video. I like the minimal music.
Glad you enjoyed it
Excellent! I luv the oblique lighting! Personally, I cover all-up in those conditions.....long sleeve shirt, long pants etc. My dermatologist has been warning me........
Yeah, I'll probably regret it.
Whatching from France. Provence👍🇺🇸🇫🇷
Interesting info about the “slippery rock”! As I watched you almost jog down them I thought “she’s gonna slip and fall”! But it all makes sense how you can maneuver on them with the grip. Lots of good info provided here, thank you! 🤙
Glad it was helpful!
This took me there to a meditative state with its beauty and i like your camera work and great sound and music placement.
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What was it like looking up at the night sky in your sleeping bag? The stars must have been beautiful! Really enjoyed the scenery. Great job!
I thought the format is awesome!
Great video packed with amazing shots! Some friendly feedback.... the audio sounds very processed like there is a significant amount of noise reduction. I would reduce that (no pun intended ha!) also the footsteps being loud when you’re walking away from camera, I assume from using the lav as the audio source. I would use a shotgun on the camera instead. Also it would be great to see more of you’re smiling face and some reactions.😁 Your shot composition is really nice and your videos are captivating. Awesome locations! Keep them coming please!
Thanks for the feedback Mike. Regarding the "sound distortion" believe it or not that is the actual sound of my shoe soles hitting the slick rock. It's very strange and seems way louder than it should be but the rock is so porous that it has that strange hollow sound that echos in the canyon. I think my shotgun mic would have been better suited in the case but I didn't have the experience of the ambient noise yet to anticipate. Live and learn.
Sound quality was interferring with the landscape unfortunately...otherwise, beautiful scenery.
Thanks for sharing your adventure! The video was absolutely wonderful but the exaggerated noise/sounds were definitely a bit distracting at times. Great work!
Very good. Thank you.
Great video, I liked the longer shots but I did miss your narrations throughout.
Noted!
Beautiful area .
I think so too!
Beautiful. You’re so brave!❤️
Thank you!!
I liked the silent video, it’s very peaceful and also the dialog in the end was very informative. I loved everything because that area is one of my faves. My husband and I are planning to go to Moab soon.
Christine I love your beautiful videos one thing I would like to know how much does that main pack weigh it looked like it could be awful heavy.
Good question! It's not heavy usually. I don't typically weigh it but maybe around 24 lbs. The camera gear is what pushes the weight up. For this trip I carried in over 8lbs of water so it was much heavier going in than coming out.
These view points are absolutely stunning. I am a novice on videography. How are you able to capture yourself walking while not holding a go pro or camera equipment?
At the start of the trail head it reads, Got Water? Be surprised how many don't bring adequate amounts of water.
I actually carried a little bit extra in just in case I encountered someone who would need some! It wouldn't surprise me at all to find someone in trouble out there.
Amaaaaaaazing!!!😉🇨🇦
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Hi Chris! i like that vid very much!
I noticed it's looks like you got A Garmin mini,don't you. As I plan to get one , please tell us,is it working all the way along the trails? is it useful & accurate to follow the right path or not?
Thank you so much for answering!
Great video! You are awesome, tone down the noise on the crunching footsteps and you might reach perfection!
I assume you have a mic tied to your body. It's confusing when you are walking towards or away from the kamera and the volume stays the same. It somehow contradicts with the footage.
But in general I like the style with less talking. A little bit of Joey Coconato style.
And the needles is such an awesome area. It's on top of my list when I can travle to the US again...
Nice video post but find the footsteps noise too loud. I have seen other videos from other channels and theirs are more subtle and not as distracting. I am hiker and have experienced the beauty and intricacies the trail offers in Canyonlands. Beautiful footage and nice post but do something about the footsteps noise level on future video posts.
It’s great watching all the beautiful places you hike. But it would be nice if you talked to us on your journeys, just to share you thoughts and feelings while on the trail. You used to talk to us while making these, you seem to have become more isolated and remote from your viewers.
Just trying something new on this one. :) I’ll get back to talking.
This Girl Hikes , just wondering. I’ve always liked how you explained your reasoning as you completed your journey.
Thank you :-)
Im curious while filling your backpack and the water bottle was rolling around by a breeze what if the bottle rolled over to you.After saying come here Would you of ran? Cut this part out? Or just let us beleive you have supper powers?
But it did roll back! It just hesitated. ;)
What time of year did you complete this hike? The post is dated OCT but not sure when it was completed. Thanks.. :)
I believe it was September.
Erik Normark is the guy’s name. Check out his channel. He has a video that shows you how to capture nature sounds. He shows you what to buy as far as sound equipment. I would Watch every single one of his videos if he would just speak a little bit. If you can master his sound capturing techniques your channel will blow up. He is a master at capturing sound. I hope this helps you. 👍
and Kraig Adams too...
the sound... humm you had wireless mike i guess ? try to lower of some db the sound of your steps next time
Thanks for the feedback. :) The echoes in the canyon and strange sound of footstep on the porous rock maybe wasn't the best time to try this video as my set up generally works for these purposes in other environments.
@@nomad_unknown but the scenery was amazing. lucky you to hike in places like that... ;)
Tone down the noise on the footsteps and you might reach perfection! Nate Estes Park
You could improve the sound. It was quite distracting. Personally I would enjoy the music over hearing the footsteps, eating and breathing.
I disagree. I like hearing the sounds of hiking more than music. The combo of the two is good... but the hiking etc was a bit loud. Maybe keep those sounds but make them quieter?
H M you said it better than I did.
The more of these videos I watch with these vast ever changing landscapes the more I feel I was born on the wrong side of the planet. Oh and yes I enjoyed this video very much. 👍🏽
There certainly is a lot to explore over here! :)
@@nomad_unknown So I see, I'm going to have to make the trip across the Atlantic one day
It must take a long time to shoot these videos, especially when you are doing it yourself.
As usual your landscape photography was exemplary, almost as if the viewer was brought into the scene. Prefer your narrating throughout the video, esp. since you have a very pleasing and engaging voice, and vocal style. Still doesn't hurt to try new things, but hard to improve upon near perfection.
Thanks for the feedback! Trying new things is how I learn. :)
Beautiful, intriguing place. I must go and I explore it. Music seemed to be about right. You always use music I enjoy and enhances the video. Some hikers use music that ruins the video and it's best to turn off the sound. Hearing swallowing water and chewing food though is not the best.
I was definitely experimenting with sounds. Thanks for the feedback.
Your three ideas are great ideas BUT . . . from someone that's also a hiker it does not sound natural where you put the microphone that's picking up the sound of your feet but not the sound of nature around you much. It's just too sensitive to the noise you are making from walking. I think it would be better if you had a quality mic not too far from the camera. I say this assuming you are wearing a mic because it does not change volume as you get closer to or further from the camera. It almost sounds like you are wearing wooden shoes. But the video and music mixing is great. Much better than I have ever taken the time to do even though I do know how to do it.
Yikes. The microphone volume is very loud.
Stay safe. I always worry about you being all alone.
I will. :)
why? do you worry about men alone too? or just women? I can assure you that I have camped and hiked alone most of my life and the only problems I have are in cities with people. I'm sure she has a satellite rescue beacon. She is very experienced.
Being 20 miles from nowhere is a lot safer than any city, town or highway. Christine is prepared and experienced.
@@SinMore yes. I worry about anyone hiking alone. Seems safer to me to have someone with you in case something happens.
Love the not speaking and clips... sound quality is awful, sorry.
Because you asked for feedback about the recording of sound I willl give you my honest opinion. I noticed that something was different right from the beginning. I don’t know where you had your mike but it sounded terrible. Like your shoes where filled with water as you walked. I just heard this sloshing back-and-forth. Very annoying. I also Believe that you should talk some throughout the video just so we know how you feel about your surroundings at times. I agree with you too much talking is not good but no talking is also not good. My advice since you asked is I think you should be yourself. I think your aunt Catherine will agree with me. You need to be yourself so it will come across as genuine not phony. That is why I watch your channel to see you being yourself. If you want to talk a little less it’s OK if you think it will give you more views but member you have to be yourself. I really liked at the end how you gave information about that area to anyone that was interested in going there. So #1 you have to put your mike a few feet away from your body #2 you have to do a little more talking throughout the video. Doesn’t have to be a lot. #3 just be yourself and don’t worry about what people think. That’s probably the most important one. As for music I don’t really care too much about that. There is plenty of sounds out there when we are hiking that you can record after your shot and then addd it to the shot later. What I mean is stand there after your shot and record some sound for a minute. then add it in post production later. There is this guy that I follow that is very good at that catching sound from his surroundings. The reason I don’t watch his channel all the time it’s because he does no talking and I don’t like that. I’llTry and find you his channel and give you his name.
I appreciate the time you spent on the feedback. I was trying something new but that doesn't mean I'm not being myself. It is a process of learning to experiment and take risks. I'm not the kind of person to find a "formula" and stick with that and let that define me. Part of being me is that I'm not afraid to take risks.
I've been watching Erik Normark's videos for years and they are some of my favorites. I've been very inspired by what he does with sound. He is very talented.
Utah Jeff ..... here .... actually the video was OK ... however, when you talk you are putting your personality into it and it is much more personal to the watcher... I imagine it is a lot more work to do that for you and your crew .....a lot of UTubers do something similar
It's not any more work for me (no crew) but I was experimenting with a different model of storytelling. I think I was a little off the mark.