Standing Beneath Tasmania's Most Elusive Waterfall

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  • In this series I set out to follow the 100 km route through Tasmanian South-West Wilderness that Sir John Franklin and his party traversed in 1842.
    This expedition was of great historic importance to Tasmania and led to the naming of name streams, mountains and plains. After careful research I realised that while some of these features still remain, some are misplaced, and some have been simply lost to time.
    This route was partly covered by a group of 6 from the Hobart Walking Club in 1953, using the Frenchmans Cap Walking Track they began their walk about 30km West of where the Franklins had started.
    In this series I cover the whole length over a period of 9 days, starting at Lake St Clair and finishing at the Gordon River.
    The episodes will each be 25 minutes long, and I am expecting to have 8 episodes released twice weekly, one every Wednesday and one every Sunday at 7:30PM AEST.
    If you enjoy my content please support my channel. These trips cost a lot of money, which have all been paid for out of my own pocket. I am not paid by anyone to research, film, edit or produce these videos and the ad revenue generated from most my videos goes directly to the artists whose music I use to back the video.
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  • @Rob.Parsons
    @Rob.Parsons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Someone said I need to plug my merch more.. so here it is! www.staywildtas.theprintbar.com put your money where your mouth is!!😂 I hope you all enjoyed this one, I am loving making this series. FINAL EPISODE THIS SUNDAY NOOOOOO. But don't worry, I have plenty more trips up my sleeve.

    • @peterlyall4448
      @peterlyall4448 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe do something like the one and only original Tom Cruse the Tasmanian Tom Cruse, not that other one...Pete from Devonport.... 🤠✌

  • @jhallack7491
    @jhallack7491 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    With heart of fearlessness and strength and clarity of mind, our brave adventurer marches on...

  • @rosshunter9053
    @rosshunter9053 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    All I could see was that little leach making it’s way towards your neck.
    Tassie has some of the most magnificent landscape.

  • @MrHiss2011
    @MrHiss2011 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Rob that leech hopping towards your chin in the tent was killing us LoL, loved every minute of it mate.

  • @edmac3651
    @edmac3651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm sure I'm not the only one who can say this but I am absolutely swept along by this series. We are right there with you, Rob and I find myself caught up in the emotion of the effort and the experience you are giving us. That part of Tassie is awe inspiring and its an honour to be taken along on this adventure. Thank you, so much.

    • @Rob.Parsons
      @Rob.Parsons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thats so great to hear thank you. I am so stoked with how much everyone has enjoyed this series. From nothing but an idea in my head to a reality thats gone beyond my every expectation. Truely blessed, cheers.

  • @garycook3943
    @garycook3943 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Watching you carry a raft and paddle in one hand and the camera in the other while walking across mossy rocks.... so we could be there too. Nuts! Thanks Rob😅

  • @mikemcmurter4797
    @mikemcmurter4797 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    When you get old you will relive all of this in your pain. wild man lucky you.

  • @johnrobb7818
    @johnrobb7818 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A century ago Robert Frost stood before a road diverging in a wood and in The Road Not Taken reminded us in 100 words of the magic of seeking out new adventures ending "I took the road less travelled by and that made all the difference" . Thanks Rob for showing us the same magic on a road only once travelled from Lake St Clair. Just magic !

  • @georgeredbranch652
    @georgeredbranch652 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You have lived more life in these trips, than most people do in a whole life. Well done.

  • @AnthonyWalsh-tt7vx
    @AnthonyWalsh-tt7vx 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Rob you are a pioneering legend. This is better than any miniseries on TV congratulations on producing outstanding content

  • @gazza124561
    @gazza124561 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've truly loved this adventure , what an amazing trip

  • @stephengeorge7510
    @stephengeorge7510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great series well done. Tassie bush has teeth. Not to be underestimated.

  • @mariannesparks7870
    @mariannesparks7870 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Amazing country, thanks for sharing with us. And those leeches, man, there's so many.

  • @kimberlybrown6801
    @kimberlybrown6801 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg the leech at 18.30 had us 😆 awesome effort, stunning scenery.

  • @talesfromthetrail2437
    @talesfromthetrail2437 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The leech!!! Thank you so much for taking us along on this epic adventure.

  • @devoswitch
    @devoswitch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Epic man. I always look forward to the next of your videos. This one didn’t disappoint. I especially like the leech that was heading for you at 18mins 😂

  • @harveypaterson15
    @harveypaterson15 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving every second of your channel.
    Can't get enough of your adventures.

  • @jjanvier1443
    @jjanvier1443 ปีที่แล้ว

    unbelievable beautifull. Tasmania on my bucket list.

  • @chrisgolfer7528
    @chrisgolfer7528 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfection ...just pure perfection.

  • @petertaylor.2426
    @petertaylor.2426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi you are amazing young man you've shown me so much if wildness of Tasmania I have loved your adventures, now is probably my last video I'll be able to watch because I've been diagnosed with pancreas cancer and I haven't months they've only given weeks to live but iam going to try and stay on this earth just for for the 1 more video so I can you meet up with your partner take it from me if love her as much your travels keep hold her death and through sickness for rest of your life God bless to and your partner, just keep doing what you love and you guys I will say goodbye 👋 ❤️ iam only 64 and iam in a nursing home iam having a bonfire while hugging my 4 leged boy.

    • @Rob.Parsons
      @Rob.Parsons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your message touched my heart Peter, our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am just working on the last episode now I think you are going to love it!

    • @erinparsons8412
      @erinparsons8412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sending all our love to you, Peter. We’re praying for you. Rob is close to finishing the last episode, can’t wait to hear your thoughts xx Erin

  • @melnickharris1177
    @melnickharris1177 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I recon ur wife to be would be so glad to see u after this long you are such a inspiration to get out and explore this amazing place we live in

  • @paultognoni
    @paultognoni 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It's become an addiction watching these, just as I'm sure your addiction is in documenting our state. Hopefully you get the recognition sooner than later. Whatever happens, your future kids are gonna be proud of their dad and his adventures! 🔮👍

    • @Mark-rc4wz
      @Mark-rc4wz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      help with that recognition th-cam.com/video/nmSTv-Gi7RU/w-d-xo.html

  • @karenfrench4094
    @karenfrench4094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What can I say that’s not already been said? Another breathtaking video Rob. Thank you for the journey 💜

  • @maude5160
    @maude5160 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As usual, beautiful scenery and superhuman stamina from you. What an amazing adventure you have taken us along with, thank you.

  • @zitaslann9546
    @zitaslann9546 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are an amazing young man Rob.You should be very proud of yourself.We love watching your videos and the stunning scenery as you struggle and battle your way through the tangled scrub.We cant wait to see your next episode.Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

  • @trevdyer173
    @trevdyer173 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing the distinctive changes in the undergrowth as you descended into Jane

  • @mungbeanization
    @mungbeanization 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy for you man. I’m from Stanley but financial hardship forces to live in bloody Melbourne. I get so emotional ”in a good way” when I see footage of my home state. Thanx.

  • @Irenabyss
    @Irenabyss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You'll be one of only a few people alive to have stood on that White Hill Plains high point. Loved the lucky pop hole onto the river. That section of the Jane is one of the most beautiful pieces of river on this earth - lovely work.

  • @Upsidedownorangejuice
    @Upsidedownorangejuice 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So close to end, still not letting up, this is awesome.

  • @darrylrowley7547
    @darrylrowley7547 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for these vids mate. Few of us would get to see the beauty of the TAS wilderness.

  • @callamupchurch4194
    @callamupchurch4194 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Just keeps getting better and better Rob. Absolutely amazing job.

  • @colinwilson8747
    @colinwilson8747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Stunning!!!!!

  • @davebarns1
    @davebarns1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nothing but fantastic! You and Levi have the best hobby, your lucky fellas doing what you do. 👍🏻

  • @crans15
    @crans15 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    18:00 watching that leech crawl up your collar was so stressful.
    Brilliant videos though, love the effort you put in.

    • @laurafoster297
      @laurafoster297 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Came to the comments to see im not the only one lol...

  • @ajcamperspantry5069
    @ajcamperspantry5069 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Some beautiful Tassie bush Rob👍

  • @damienphillips9278
    @damienphillips9278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This series is absolutely amazing mate, I’ll never get sick of seeing the most beautiful untouched parts of Our great state!

    • @Mark-rc4wz
      @Mark-rc4wz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      help with choosing where you want to see Rob go
      th-cam.com/video/nmSTv-Gi7RU/w-d-xo.html

  • @larrykasiah8852
    @larrykasiah8852 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man you are an absolute stud bashing through the Bush great adventure so far Have a great day and bash on

  • @tazyt3388
    @tazyt3388 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wicked mate that bloody leach doing a run for ya face on the wake up at jane camp he was motoring great edit curly cheers

  • @rodgeorge7244
    @rodgeorge7244 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That primordial forest and then the amazing beauty of the Jane river was unreal thanks Rob for sharing this with us mere mortals

  • @13260daniel
    @13260daniel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I, thank you Rob, Tas is the best , and no better to see it is with you , you've got this 👏👏👏👏

  • @insidebendprospecting
    @insidebendprospecting 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome adventure, thanks for bringing us along. Looked like a very wet couple of days for this leg

  • @stephenfletcher6464
    @stephenfletcher6464 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    bloody great effort clearly you have walked in places no other human has been

  • @stevenjohnson4656
    @stevenjohnson4656 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done! Thank you so much for sharing this with us Rob. I really enjoying watching your hard earned adventures.

  • @lubyard6057
    @lubyard6057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I salute you Rob, just wonderful and I can enjoy it due to your efforts. Thank you sincerely.

  • @damiandunbar6702
    @damiandunbar6702 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome journey, thanks so much for documenting it😁👍

  • @jimmyjones2426
    @jimmyjones2426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You should be bloody proud of your efforts Rob. Even after 6 or 7 days solo, your motivation to film, commentate and document the journey is amazing! Thanks heaps for sharing with all of us mate 🙏🏼

  • @lemondelicious17
    @lemondelicious17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I reckon Olegas would be pretty proud of your efforts 👌 🙏

  • @sallytodd8722
    @sallytodd8722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Stunning Rob .. What an adventure 💕👍

  • @kentm75
    @kentm75 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just gets better and better, can’t wait to watch the finale!!

  • @amygee8756
    @amygee8756 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a great series! We have absolutely loved it. Thank you so much for sharing. OMG watching that leech creep towards your face in the tent in the morning 🤢🤮I hate leeches

  • @joycegiles4595
    @joycegiles4595 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! A lot of brush to go through once again. Hope it gets better for you❤️

  • @bobclark4994
    @bobclark4994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Another stunning episode Rob! ----- The journey, history and the vid are tops!

  • @terrigough9679
    @terrigough9679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your videos bring back such wonderful memories for me of some 35 years ago when I was much younger and fitter and able to walk through our beautiful state. I can almost smell it and living vicariously through your videos brings me joy so thank you so much Rob ❤

  • @420downunder7
    @420downunder7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Let's go ! This series has been awesome !! Don't know how you do it days pushing through scrub !

  • @SmallWonda
    @SmallWonda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The wet & the leaches (& let's not forget the camera!!) must have made it extra tough - amazing trek - Awesome Adventure, Rob.

  • @richardbrown9344
    @richardbrown9344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic scenery and great video Rob...Tasmania is hard to beat..

  • @madcatter9484
    @madcatter9484 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing scenery Rob. Those Huon pines were almost fluorescent

  • @ChasingCheetahs
    @ChasingCheetahs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks miserably wet. Huge effort Rob!

  • @julesnjohn172
    @julesnjohn172 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice little leach coming in for a kiss and cuddle on that rainy morning scene almost made it to your nose 😬
    Beautiful scenery 💚

  • @JosesGaraje
    @JosesGaraje 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's journeys like yours that invoke memories of our own past adventures and give feelings of our accomplishments. Crossing a knife edge in a fog @ 5000' or my first 100' rock face repel.
    You have that special ability.

  • @benpepper4392
    @benpepper4392 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Epic Rob we are lucky to live in this place 💪

  • @allanmaccaul1465
    @allanmaccaul1465 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was fantastic mate...👍👍👌👌

  • @peterlyall4448
    @peterlyall4448 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, Rob, you have taken us on an amazing adventure so far. I know the feeling of having wet clothes on you and knowing you still have some ways to go. I can't wait until the next episode in the footsteps of the Franklin's.....🤠✌....Pete from Devonport

  • @liamthompson4803
    @liamthompson4803 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Smashed it mate absolutely loving this series.

    • @Mark-rc4wz
      @Mark-rc4wz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      help with choosing where you want to see Rob go
      th-cam.com/video/nmSTv-Gi7RU/w-d-xo.html

  • @isotechimages.9130
    @isotechimages.9130 ปีที่แล้ว

    So i see the terrain you hike and hardcore as it is it makes me wish l wasn't old and riddled with arthritis but when l saw the wet and cold you went through in this video with the leech climbing your collar to your neck as you sat in tent talking to the camera it sort of made me feel glad l am old and riddled with arthritis.

  • @christopherbodycote4274
    @christopherbodycote4274 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Rob hope you are well , mate I can't express how much effort you put in to your journeys, please stay safe ! You are a true an adventurous person. Thank you so much for the beautiful scenery in your filming . They say that parts of tassie are impenetrable, but you my friend are like a bulldozer. Great work 👏 take care once again. Cheers 🍻

  • @AussieBushLawyer
    @AussieBushLawyer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mate only recently found your channel and im amazed at the quality of your vids, ur gon get massive mate

  • @chaoslab
    @chaoslab ปีที่แล้ว

    18M:03S you made me yawn too!
    What a totally magical place.

  • @danielsonderhof2920
    @danielsonderhof2920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow! Incredible adventure Rob, thank you for sharing with us. Such amazing wilderness.

  • @magicworldbyjorg
    @magicworldbyjorg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    a cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you…

  • @damienkillalea3863
    @damienkillalea3863 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This trip has been an epic, Rob - what a gutsy effort to tackle it, let alone by yourself. Rafting down the Jane reminded me of the half dozen trips I did down the Franklin in the late eighties, early nineties. Beautiful countryside...

  • @trentclifford6250
    @trentclifford6250 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can have those leechs.... 😂 Stunning spot where you dropped in on the packy.

  • @duncanspinks1095
    @duncanspinks1095 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    An epic adventure. Thanks for all your efforts, thoroughly enjoying this and all your other series🏆

  • @goldsniper2681
    @goldsniper2681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This episode is next level Bro!!
    Awesome scenery of creek and of the Jane!
    The rapids would have been fun.😬
    Great Vid man!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

  • @davidwilson9988
    @davidwilson9988 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful trek, really enjoying the history and landscape, thanks so much for all your efforts in sharing this with us 👏👏

  • @Acediscoface
    @Acediscoface 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a journey! Appreciate the hard work that goes into producing this quality upload. 🙏

  • @jeffholmes1362
    @jeffholmes1362 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for sharing, epic adventure Rob, what a great job you did pushing through

  • @Alberthoward3right9up
    @Alberthoward3right9up 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome episode Rob. That little pack raft is as tough as an old boot. It's awesome

    • @Rob.Parsons
      @Rob.Parsons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was until a rat chewed it on my last night on the Gordon River! I have since repaired it hopefully its still tough!

  • @kristy4394
    @kristy4394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible forest!! I'd have reached up to brush past that huon pine too. Idk how you still had the energy to though ☺🙌

  • @gez7795
    @gez7795 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Staunch happy pack rafter 🤣 Epic...I can feel a steak dinner soon?

  • @colinvandenhoff6343
    @colinvandenhoff6343 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jawdroppingly gobsmacking scenery....complete contrast to the historical record

  • @harleetriffett7951
    @harleetriffett7951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    when your older and super duper famous remember I am your number one fan!!!! I don't want this series to end! I've been reading the explorers of Western tasmania and I reckon you will be the next they write about!! woohoo!!❤

    • @harleetriffett7951
      @harleetriffett7951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mark-rc4wz OMG!! YES!! My goodness gracious me, this is my dream adventure!! I'm obsessed with Pearce..
      Best. Day. Ever!!!

    • @harleetriffett7951
      @harleetriffett7951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mark-rc4wz lol, hell no!! 🤣

  • @onnoholling7107
    @onnoholling7107 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video once again,Rob. What an amazing journey

  • @terry8728
    @terry8728 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That first view of the Jane, OMG relief! Nice little entry point in the overhang too!

    • @Mark-rc4wz
      @Mark-rc4wz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As a Canadian, I would have to stop and fish the Jane before moving on
      The Salty Sage makes a return ...... and yes too much time on my hands .....
      th-cam.com/video/nmSTv-Gi7RU/w-d-xo.html

  • @PeterBargholz
    @PeterBargholz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ive been so looking forward to this....

  • @craigchase5381
    @craigchase5381 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Again another amazing episode!! Thank you so much for your hard work!!!

  • @markpeters7755
    @markpeters7755 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    yay I got the 500th like in. well done again Rob.

  • @wayneberry8703
    @wayneberry8703 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG, Rob. What an amazing journey through some of the most dense and inhospitable country I have ever seen in my life. How did you survive such an epic journey mate? Simply incredible.

  • @N1XVAN
    @N1XVAN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Epic Tasmanian adventure time!

  • @dougaldmactaggart990
    @dougaldmactaggart990 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    EPIC ADVENTURE!! Also loved the music with the Jane!!

  • @davidfrench507
    @davidfrench507 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely legendary, if you had a camera on you head non stop recording, I could still watch it from start to finish. Thank you, Absolutely mesmerised, I hate it when it gets to the of each episode due to the fact that have to come back to my reality... when you finally finish this series I am going to sit back and watch it again from start to finish. Thank you oh! Thank you Rob.

    • @Mark-rc4wz
      @Mark-rc4wz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      help with choosing where you want to see Rob go next
      th-cam.com/video/nmSTv-Gi7RU/w-d-xo.html

    • @Rob.Parsons
      @Rob.Parsons  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you David you've been a big supported of the channel. I'll try brew up another concept like this for the next season!

  • @AussieBushLawyer
    @AussieBushLawyer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats on 10k mate

  • @nathanstandaloft4176
    @nathanstandaloft4176 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff man

  • @N0SAjREkLaw
    @N0SAjREkLaw 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What another crackin adventure Rob

  • @vdlau
    @vdlau 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    18:04 the leech climbing up to your face inside the tent 😬

  • @raindog428
    @raindog428 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding!!!

  • @richardwalsh5570
    @richardwalsh5570 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Epic trip Rob 👌🤘👍

  • @Ben_cowen.tasmania
    @Ben_cowen.tasmania 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    soo good mate!! l

  • @movierazor
    @movierazor 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The leech coming into attack in the morning!

  • @richardstephenson4575
    @richardstephenson4575 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Epic Rob