This was a fun little cave, which has since been remapped... PROPERLY! If you'd like to see more of our videos, sub, share and check out our second channel where we post lots of unedited content. th-cam.com/channels/G-kf7tBucTpW6vb-cmx64Q.html
Hi, I saw one of your previous videos earlier where Jacob talked about the John Jones case. Would you be interested in covering that story a bit more, like what could have been done to save him from an expert’s point of view? Was there any way of him turning around some way perhaps? Thanks!
Hi from UK, Im late to this video but I always watch because I find them so interesting.Can you do a video on the formations and markings in the caves explaining how they got there and how long it would take to develop etc!? They just look so cool and its good to see your still caving with your dad ☺👍
ive got HUGE respect for him and ESPECIALLY the young man thats with him alot, son maybe? these give me nightmares, but i still cant stop watching! lol
That young man is Calvin’s nephew, and an accomplished caver. If you see an old guy in the videos, it’s me, at 73 and papa grandpa of the team. Glad you got your breath back.
@@billsanders9387 thanks! i thought i heard him mention ,,, nephew, but wasnt sure? yes saw you todays! lol my dads 93 and really starting to suddenly go downhill. you and your kids are brave! luckikly ppl like yall due rescues too not only a hobby etc! my best friend is a Pro. diver as 1 job, he does caves and huge shipwrecks, mostly military type. hello from Arkansas!!!
This reminds me of the time that I became hopelessly lost in IKEA. Fortunately I was escorted to the exit by security after being spotted on CCTV relieving myself in a flowerpot.
Thank you! I'm not sure what makes a channel blow up or not. We were blowing up on tik tok but got banned so, there's that. We get offers every day to do interviews on on podcasts and other channels. And folks asking to use our content. We say yes sometimes, but we got lives to lead outside the TH-cam space! I'm just saying that while the page may not be blowing up there,s certainly a lot of activity behind the scenes. Thanks for your support! We'll see what happens!
They didn’t offer any reason. Perhaps not wearing masks underground. 🤪. It couldn’t be the danger factor. California freeways are much riskier. Thanks for watching. Caveman’s dad
Thank you! No matter what you do in life, you are always selling yourself, not your product. In other words people (generally) like people for who they are not what they do.
@@CalvinHikes That is something that every manager in very stressful roles should do. Do you use a special technique how to stay calm? Do you mediate? Or your personality is just like that? Also, just out of curiosity, do you have a wife? I was just wondering how she must be. If my husband did so extreme caving, I would be constantly worried 😅
Bad Dad here. Calmness is a developed skill. Calvin is a Gulf Veteran...two trips. That developed some amazing skills in him. I’m proud to be included in these explorations. Great questions, btw.
Man I can even begin to describe how I feel about these videos; I just found your channel last week and I’ve watched at least 20-30 videos already. It’s so interesting in too many ways to explain; down to every detail. Even your dad explaining that this was a tradition for you all was truly amazing. I wish I could do these kinds of things but sadly I think it’s out of the question for me. I’m 6’6-6’7 around 230-240ish year around but I broke my neck when I was 10 and think I would have a hard time crawling and squeezing because of that. But this is so interesting to me! I would never go cave diving or any of that but the ocean is so cool; just sketchy and where I broke my neck at effects your breathing here say so I don’t think tanks are for me lol. But this? I could convince myself to do this somehow, someway. Just really feel I wouldn’t be able. Thanks for the inspiration good sir; not only teaching us but teaching your family first and foremost and the rest of the world that wants to listen! Seriously so insightful! Keep it up and be safe out there!
I have never watched any amount of TH-cam videos that I genuinely cannot look away from bc they are so entertaining. Thank you for making this content!
Just wanna say thank you for deciding to make this channel and share all ypur caving trips with us. I cant physically go caving anymore due to a severe back injury from a car accident 4 years ago and last time i tried to go caving was 3 years ago and it was a beginner cave but doing these types of caves with crawls and squeezes and low cielings to get to lava rooms and bubble rooms that nobody really goes into and is still all intact i cant go into anymore and ypur videos are amszing and allows me to be able to experience caving again in a way along with yall. I have only 25 percent rotation and flex in my spine and im only 32 and i hurt every day and legs go numb no way i could ever go on yhese tight caving trips ever again so thabk yall
The first time I watched these videos, I thought to myself: "never in a million years." After a few videos, I found myself thinking id definitely give it a try with these guys. I am not sure its one thing specific that made the change, moreso the combination of Charisma, Attitude and Ambition displayed in these videos. About a month after starting watching them, i found myself making it up all the climbs ive never brought myself to try at my local nature reserve (its a large natural sandstone quarry). Couldnt be happier. I thoroughly enjoy it, and now I am planning my first caving experience in a couple of months! my addiction to the outdoors is growing, adding paramotoring to the list of hobbys soon as well. Thanks, calvin and family, for the inspiration!
@@avaflamezz2481 as you grow you meet new friends who share your common interest. Put yourself out there and you will make hiking buddies I believe in you cheers
Your life advice in many of your video’s, alone with most of the encouragement to challenge yourself has been helping me through some challenging times in my own life. Love the videos, and I’m glad you’re able to stay safe/ get out of endless maze caves.
@@CalvinHikes it’s a pleasure to continue to show kind gestures. Life has been strange, and will possibly continue to do so. But in the end. Finding out hobbies, and finding more about ourselves can always evolve into something more, I look forward to more videos and more encouraging words. You all stay safe. Writing from West Virginia. We have some awesome caves/oldMines here where I’m from. If you ever get the chance to check them out sometime I highly recommend to do so.
Love your videos, they've really helped get me more interested in what's around me. Most of the time I find your videos relaxing almost. This one had my feet and hands sweating, even knowing you obviously made it out.
we reversed the chronological order of the video so the video would be emotionally lighter as it goes. What you said is really great to hear because that's really what we want. I mean, we're just making videos having fun but if it encourages people to participate more with life than that is that is awesome.
Seeing you & your Father exploring together like this made me feel very emotional & happy for you both. Your channel content is superb....very best regards from UK.
I only discovered your videos about a week ago and I just keep watching. I am at about the 3 minute mark and I have to say that this has prove to cause me the most anxiety. At this point I don't see anyone with you and I have the worst sense of direction every (so getting lost is my thing). That being said I don't think I will ever go caving but I will keep watching these videos!!! More exciting than the Marvel Universe.
I just started watching your videos. I really enjoy them. I use to go in caves when i was 12 with my friends. We would go into tight places also. It was exciting. They were in West Virginia . I am 70 years old now. And cant walk. Its like I am back in the caves with you and Jacob. Thank you for the great times caving. I subscribed and will be looking forward to the next.
This guy is simply amazing! He gets lost and acts like it’s a day at the beach which is probably why he’s able to still get safely out of the cave. The way he explains what is going in the cave and how it got that way is testament to his knowledge and expertise as a spelunker! One of the best channels on TH-cam for spelunking and exploring caves
I love this channel.. Wouldn't dream of going caving myself but it's so interesting to watch you guys do this. I'm amazed anyone can enjoy it tbh but it makes exceptional viewing :)
The Great Creator did some incredible things that are visible to all. His work underground takes a little more work to find, but “enjoy” is too mild of a word. It’s often beyond words to us. Bad Dad
Thank you! We may slow the process down even more. I'd like to work on some real feature length shows. But it means more time between video releases. We'll see what happens!
@@CalvinHikes If the content keeps improving, I'm sure it's worth it! Also, just an idea, consider hiring a cheap freelancer/designer to create improved graphics for your cave maps. It may be too much of an ask, but some 3D graphics could really help viewers better understand the dimensions of the areas you explore.
Your videos made my Covid Quarantine so much better, I seen all your videos and I like that you explain and teach while caving. I'm look forward for more, Thank you for the entertainment! 🙃😷👍
You're welcome. It made our quarantine better as well. Well it made the lockdowns better. Because there's nothing else to do. I'm probably never returning to the city.
@@CalvinHikes I agree! I live in Texas so theirs no lock downs at the moment, but I did catch the Sweet and Sour Sniffles 5 days ago and I'm just sitting in my room becoming a Caveman Hikes groupy. 😂 Anyway keep up the great content and God Bless.. sincerely Isaak DelaGarza 👍👍
A nice large cave with pretty formations to spend a long time looking at them. You have a amazing family. From 1 generation to the next sounds like you and your dad learned some amazing things about life, family and spending time outdoors.
And, we’re still learning. Every day is an adventure to be enjoyed. Some people get bored with above ground adventures. Include us in that group. Bad Dad.
Some years ago, I went through a lava cave (could walk upright all the way) but would never do the stuff you do. I am sure lava caves are safer than old mines to explore. I am getting better at not getting freaked out by the tight spaces when I watch cave exploring, but I did get spooked by the thought of getting lost underground........Great video!!!!!
I think what you do is great, especially taking your nephew and teaching him. I’m 40 now but my brothers and I had all kinds of fun climbing cliffs and going in holes, hunting and fishing back in the 80’s and we didn’t have adult supervision. It gives you a confidence in yourself to make good decisions and take care of yourself. Its a powerful gift you’re giving your nephew that most other kids in this day and age won’t have. Society has become too accustomed to pavements, cafe’s and internet, they forget that it’s the same harsh world as it was in the stone age and when that thin veil of modern safety disappears they’re left with no skills.
Thank you and agreed. I like to say that raising children to become more capable is not endangering them. What endangers children is releasing them to a cruel society without any personal confidence or ability to deal with fear. The world is chewing up and spitting out young people, generation after generation. We have become weak so that weak ideals are permitted to rise to the surface.
@@CalvinHikes I totally agree, the mental strength Jacob must have is incredible and I doubt he’ll encounter a situation in life that he can’t handle as a result. Even though we used to crawl in caves it was nowhere near this level, I’ve really enjoyed your videos.
I imagine it’s very easy for people to panic as soon as they feel lost / scared / stuck. I assume that’s how cavers end up losing their lives! It’s good to see you stay so calm even under times of intense pressure! Good on you.
No clue why I keep watching this kind of videos since I get anxious and my palms sweaty. But there is something intriguing in what you do and how you do it.
I've never watched videos that give me any anxiety or that feeling people talk about.... I was in darkness in bed earphones in ( stoned ) and brain overthinkin about being lost underground.... and until now watching your videos I get that feeling ... I don't like it ... but I do ... so I keep watching.... bro you and this channel are very underrated and need more views for how much you risk your life ! Instantly subscribed thank you for your footage and geological lessons in between 🙏
Most channels you can get away with just listening to them. This channel requires that you watch as well, in doing so I learn more and enjoy sharing the adventure. Well done!
Hello, I've been watching your videos for a while, and you inspired me to start going caving and recently went to Swildon's Hole in Somerset in the UK with a guide, best experience ever, also terrifying, but so amazing and can't wait to go again. Thanks for the inspiration, keep doing what you do! 😁
That is awesome and thank you for sharing your experience. There are some amazing and huge caves in the UK. Some are well off the beaten path where you wouldn't need a guide. And none would be available.
Your crazy! Oh im lost... Ah well, push forward 😂. Love the videos, love the fact you are doing what brings you happiness. Looking forward to the next video.
So cool to see all the intricacies of lava formations through these videos. It almost inspires me to get into caving myself, though probably better that I don't.. also love the visualization you made for the cave at 6:45.
You know what really astonished me it isn't so much the tight squeeze but those giant cave spots deep down that you can actually walk through. I find that incredible! Giant walk through holes so deep down below the earth. Love your video guys!
Bad dad here. Calvin was nicknamed caveman by age one because of how much food he would put in his mouth. This is the adult version. Nothing has changed!
Just found this channel today. What an amazing channel! Been watching videos all day! I am as claustrophobic as you get with caves. You guys bring these best professional content to showcase one of my biggest fears! *SUBBED!!
Thank you so much for all the kind words! If you get real excited, the 2nd general has more content. Less shiny but more of it. th-cam.com/channels/G-kf7tBucTpW6vb-cmx64Q.html
Thank you for sharing with us how you got lost, It's much appreciated that you keep it real with the viewers, we love it. Do you know of any caves to crawl through in northern california, not including the shasta caverns?
Thank you so much I appreciate you saying that! I wasn't in any Dire Straits but I thought that I would prefer showing our mistakes then then acting like we know everything. The lava bed's national monument has a lot of public caves. There is also one near weed California called Pluto's cave which is listed publicly. There are often people in the entrance to that cave but very few people walk to the back. Even fewer people are willing to crawl beyond that or even know about it. I recommend elbow pads and knee pads and and finding that crawl at the end of Pluto's cave. Many of the excellent caves in northern California are currently difficult to get to due to the wildfires.
Caveman’s dad here. I explored some lava fields in the area you mention just this past weekend. There are many caves...mostly smaller, but the terrain is super challenging in the region I visited. Going back for more soon. Fires are gone.
I just got back from the states, I live in the uk. I have never been caving but wish I could have had a day with you two and experience it. I’m addicted to your channel, to see your experience and skill level when underground amazes me, thank you for the videos and please keep them coming.
You guys are becoming one of my favorite channels. Exploring should be so much more worshipped then the things society does. Thank you for keeping science and exploration in our media!!! That's a huge deal!!!
Thanks. Exploring should at least not be disdained. We can't really post on TikTok anymore because they take our stuff down. Which doesn't offend me, but what does offend me is the stuff they leave up!
I never wanna be in those tight caves, but after being lead to this channel by youtube algorithm, I am addicted to these videos lol Thanks for sharing such experience
“Wherever I’m there I am” lol. Have you ever been in a situation where you’re truly panicked from being lost or in a scary situation? Love your stuff. Send “little” Jacob through first haha.
Maybe twice I've been turned around where it took me a little while to find the way out and it wasn't very fun. But it's not difficult to avoid such situations. But you do have to pay attention!
You know what would be an AMAZING TOOL THAT I JUST REALIZED??? With The newer iPhones you can scan an area and it creates a 3D model of the areas scanned. You could scan and make a 3D map of an entire cave with your iPhone (and probably some spare batteries) I think I’m going to try this on my first caving trip soon
Yes you can but it can only do one small area at a time. But that technology is at our doorstep. I for one am very excited about 3D mapping the interior of a cave.
Bad Dad wearing the find my carcass orange. He is just dying to get in there, look at this guy. The life choices you make for your life" Cal said jokingly. Ha ha ha ha! I didn't know you were also such a witty comedian Cal. The father and son moments here brought true smiles on my face here. That cracked me up! Glad you got these moments on video man. I don't have to tell you to cherish such things. You live the life that most people only dream about. You are truly a rich and wealthy man Cal. Reminds me of when my old man was alive and going out in the world with him.
I badly wanna go cave exploring but theres not many that i know of in ireland sadly. These videos are the reason i want to so thank you for making these amazing videos and props to you for doing this mad stuff.
Thought I would start my day with a Caveman Hikes video before I take off to to Mt. Charleston for a wilderness adventure. This day is too beautiful to pass up. Thank you for keeping me inspired! Have an amazing day everyone!
I was lost like a person gets lost in city traffic. I didn't know where I was but I was pretty sure I could get back if I just paid attention. I was mostly uncomfortable because it was a very difficult crawl and I hate to have to turn around and go back through that again.
We have used fluorescent yarn in the past, but generally find it a challenge to remove. There are better ways, and we live to go again. Lots of precautionary gear in that bag. Bad Dad
I love watching cavers its just awesome Id be afraid myself as you mentioned most won't do it so you show us the unique formations you find. Excelent Thank you I did want to ask why is a rope as a marker a bad idea?
There's generally just better ways to Mark directions then what most people might assume. Using anything to Mark directions is fine but there's just easier ways. We use rocks available in the caves. We know how to place them without having to create an entire Arrow so that we know which direction is the way out. If someone is just going to go caving once they are likely to use string but it is probably not necessary. If you need to use rope or string to mark your route then you're probably not going to have enough anyways. And the truth is, most people who cave a lot just memorize the cave. Even if mistakes are made we can always find our way out. Just like driving through your neighborhood we create a mental map to navigate and that's a lot easier than stringing your way through a cave and creating a huge mess. But I have used string at times. Just not very much as I have learned better ways to navigate
How absolutely incredibly thoughtful and creative to structure this video in the way you did. How poetic: closing on "nailed it on my first try" when we know what challenges are still to come. You, your father, your nephew, are all as apt storytellers as you are cavers.
Every time I watch these videos, I'm full of a sense of absolute dread and anxiety but also a strange sense of calm. I've always wanted to try caving but every time I see these tunnels that are barely the size of a person, it puts me off
I could never do this for this very reason, the possibility of getting lost would be terrifying. Glad you got out! You are a little bit nervous, I would be hysterical in that situation. You have nerves of steel my friend.
You make amazing videos, I love the graphics you show of what is happening, really good job 👍 I admire what you do it looks terrifying obviously to most people but it's what you love, keep up the great work. ☘️
You guys have my respect 100% I'm clostrphobic in a 48-72" storm or water pipe.... Your videos give me the chills and I love living vicariously through you
We have our times, but not often. As the senior caver, I am more careful now. There is NO rescue personnel crew even remotely close. Thanks for watching
This video is insane!! Frickin awesome!! I'm surprised you can even walk with balls that big and heavy LMFAO 😂 Glad you made it outta there!! ✌️I watch all your videos, there educational and interesting
“I lived, some days I don’t tho “ lmao what does that even mean, also watch the movie the descent! It’s a gray movie about cave exploring and provided great insight on how dangerous cave diving can be!
@@mainlinemitch My first caving adventure was in 1957. It’s such an addictive hobby. That being said, your question deserves to be answered. Stay active, (I’m an avid swimmer). stay curious, (Think outside the box) and have a son as caring as Calvin to make life more enjoyable. He’ll never know how much he has blessed the “Bad Dad”.
@@billsanders9387 i am honored and humbled by your response and gem of advice! Trust me, I will work harder on applying it to my life! Thank you kindly, Sir!
Are you a member of a caving grotto? If you're in caves a lot, it's a good place to share information. There's the Oregon grotto, the Oregon high desert grotto, and the Willamette Valley grotto which are in those caves in central Oregon quite a bit.
Scary is a more individual matter. Driving on a crowded freeway scares me. Caves must not, as I jump in Calvin’s truck when I see him loading caving gear. Caveman’s dad
Wow!! Hugh props for doing this. There is no way I could crawl thru a cave this tight. I would have a panic attack, especially if I knew I made a wrong turn and could possibly get lost or get stuck. Do you ever get scared? Like scared you might get stuck crawling thru a tight spot or scared you might be lost and not find your way out? Or do you get scared for your son that he may get stuck or lost and not come back out? I know I would be terrified it was my son. Have you ever not let him go thru a certain cave because it was too dangerous? Just curious.
We are always a little bit scared. But the danger in these caves is not getting lost or stuck. It's probably freezing to death or falling on rocks. The unseen enemy is the temperature. There are lots of times where Jacob does not go where I go.
This was a fun little cave, which has since been remapped... PROPERLY! If you'd like to see more of our videos, sub, share and check out our second channel where we post lots of unedited content.
th-cam.com/channels/G-kf7tBucTpW6vb-cmx64Q.html
One of our most enjoyable caving days! Says the old guy who stayed on top while Calvin went down and got lost. Lol
ah man the first 3min got me hyperventilating had to pause it
Just subscribed to your other channel as I know it will be as good as this one. Thankyou for another brilliant and educating video.
Hi, I saw one of your previous videos earlier where Jacob talked about the John Jones case. Would you be interested in covering that story a bit more, like what could have been done to save him from an expert’s point of view? Was there any way of him turning around some way perhaps? Thanks!
Hi from UK, Im late to this video but I always watch because I find them so interesting.Can you do a video on the formations and markings in the caves explaining how they got there and how long it would take to develop etc!? They just look so cool and its good to see your still caving with your dad ☺👍
Absolutely terrifying to think of getting lost in a space that tight. Huge props to you for still recording and showing us this footage.
Thank you. So often, I put the gear away too early and then regret it... because if we make mistakes, I do want to show that. It's part of the truth.
ive got HUGE respect for him and ESPECIALLY the young man thats with him alot, son maybe? these give me nightmares, but i still cant stop watching! lol
That young man is Calvin’s nephew, and an accomplished caver. If you see an old guy in the videos, it’s me, at 73 and papa grandpa of the team. Glad you got your breath back.
@@billsanders9387 thanks! i thought i heard him mention ,,, nephew, but wasnt sure? yes saw you todays! lol my dads 93 and really starting to suddenly go downhill. you and your kids are brave! luckikly ppl like yall due rescues too not only a hobby etc! my best friend is a Pro. diver as 1 job, he does caves and huge shipwrecks, mostly military type. hello from Arkansas!!!
Yea that gave me bad anxiety and I'm in bed! 😂
This reminds me of the time that I became hopelessly lost in IKEA.
Fortunately I was escorted to the exit by security after being spotted on CCTV relieving myself in a flowerpot.
My wife drug me to IKEA once. I’m MUCH more comfortable in a cave at 35 degrees and lost in some new corridors. Grandpa.
Good tip. However . . . I think I bought that flowerpot!
😂😂😂
@@gunlokman hopefully it wasn’t the one that had raccoon scat in it too 💩 🦝🦝🦝 💩
ALWAYS bring a good map to Ikea, and leave rock stacks at the entrances.
This is by far the most underrated channel on TH-cam. I’ll continue talking to folks about this content. How has this not blown up like crazy yet?
Thank you!
I'm not sure what makes a channel blow up or not. We were blowing up on tik tok but got banned so, there's that.
We get offers every day to do interviews on on podcasts and other channels. And folks asking to use our content. We say yes sometimes, but we got lives to lead outside the TH-cam space! I'm just saying that while the page may not be blowing up there,s certainly a lot of activity behind the scenes.
Thanks for your support! We'll see what happens!
@@CalvinHikes I found you from tiktok, like a month or two ago
@@CalvinHikes banned why? Make another. Just stay consistent to grow a channel
They didn’t offer any reason. Perhaps not wearing masks underground. 🤪. It couldn’t be the danger factor. California freeways are much riskier. Thanks for watching. Caveman’s dad
@@billsanders9387 LOLOLOL yoooo I’m hollering over here 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Me comfortably sitting on my recliner and having a panic attack seeing this,kudos to you guy 🙌🙌
Thank you! We're just out here havin' a good time
Right!!🤣
That dude is so charismatic and loves what he does, Can almost sell you on something you'd swear up and down you wouldn't do.
Thank you! No matter what you do in life, you are always selling yourself, not your product. In other words people (generally) like people for who they are not what they do.
You're so calm for being lost! I would be panicking like crazy! Also huge congratulations on 50k subs!
Thank you!
Being calm is the best way to make decisions.
@@CalvinHikes That is something that every manager in very stressful roles should do. Do you use a special technique how to stay calm? Do you mediate? Or your personality is just like that? Also, just out of curiosity, do you have a wife? I was just wondering how she must be. If my husband did so extreme caving, I would be constantly worried 😅
Bad Dad here. Calmness is a developed skill. Calvin is a Gulf Veteran...two trips. That developed some amazing skills in him. I’m proud to be included in these explorations. Great questions, btw.
Man I can even begin to describe how I feel about these videos; I just found your channel last week and I’ve watched at least 20-30 videos already. It’s so interesting in too many ways to explain; down to every detail. Even your dad explaining that this was a tradition for you all was truly amazing.
I wish I could do these kinds of things but sadly I think it’s out of the question for me. I’m 6’6-6’7 around 230-240ish year around but I broke my neck when I was 10 and think I would have a hard time crawling and squeezing because of that.
But this is so interesting to me! I would never go cave diving or any of that but the ocean is so cool; just sketchy and where I broke my neck at effects your breathing here say so I don’t think tanks are for me lol. But this? I could convince myself to do this somehow, someway. Just really feel I wouldn’t be able. Thanks for the inspiration good sir; not only teaching us but teaching your family first and foremost and the rest of the world that wants to listen! Seriously so insightful! Keep it up and be safe out there!
Thanks for all the kind words!
And welcome to the dark frontier.
I have never watched any amount of TH-cam videos that I genuinely cannot look away from bc they are so entertaining. Thank you for making this content!
Thank you so much that's very nice of you to say.
Just wanna say thank you for deciding to make this channel and share all ypur caving trips with us. I cant physically go caving anymore due to a severe back injury from a car accident 4 years ago and last time i tried to go caving was 3 years ago and it was a beginner cave but doing these types of caves with crawls and squeezes and low cielings to get to lava rooms and bubble rooms that nobody really goes into and is still all intact i cant go into anymore and ypur videos are amszing and allows me to be able to experience caving again in a way along with yall. I have only 25 percent rotation and flex in my spine and im only 32 and i hurt every day and legs go numb no way i could ever go on yhese tight caving trips ever again so thabk yall
The first time I watched these videos, I thought to myself: "never in a million years." After a few videos, I found myself thinking id definitely give it a try with these guys. I am not sure its one thing specific that made the change, moreso the combination of Charisma, Attitude and Ambition displayed in these videos. About a month after starting watching them, i found myself making it up all the climbs ive never brought myself to try at my local nature reserve (its a large natural sandstone quarry). Couldnt be happier. I thoroughly enjoy it, and now I am planning my first caving experience in a couple of months! my addiction to the outdoors is growing, adding paramotoring to the list of hobbys soon as well. Thanks, calvin and family, for the inspiration!
As we say, you will never know your limits unless you push them. Great story.
I love your visuals they're such a nice extra thing to your videos. I appreciate the effort
I love getting stoned and watching u guys explore I wish I had the knowledge/ people to explore
Escaping from the confines of the underground unknown is or high.
Going back down is our addiction. BadDad.
Bro I go hiking stoned af in the peak district. My only problem is not having enough people to go with 😂 I often go crawling underground alone!
@@AutisticAl bro I wish I had people
That wanted to be outside everyone wanna play games and sit around
@@avaflamezz2481 as you grow you meet new friends who share your common interest. Put yourself out there and you will make hiking buddies I believe in you cheers
Your life advice in many of your video’s, alone with most of the encouragement to challenge yourself has been helping me through some challenging times in my own life. Love the videos, and I’m glad you’re able to stay safe/ get out of endless maze caves.
That's very kind of you to say! It's been a weird couple of years and we can all use some positive encouragement.
@@CalvinHikes it’s a pleasure to continue to show kind gestures. Life has been strange, and will possibly continue to do so. But in the end. Finding out hobbies, and finding more about ourselves can always evolve into something more, I look forward to more videos and more encouraging words. You all stay safe. Writing from West Virginia. We have some awesome caves/oldMines here where I’m from. If you ever get the chance to check them out sometime I highly recommend to do so.
Love your videos, they've really helped get me more interested in what's around me. Most of the time I find your videos relaxing almost. This one had my feet and hands sweating, even knowing you obviously made it out.
we reversed the chronological order of the video so the video would be emotionally lighter as it goes.
What you said is really great to hear because that's really what we want. I mean, we're just making videos having fun but if it encourages people to participate more with life than that is that is awesome.
Seeing you & your Father exploring together like this made me feel very emotional & happy for you both. Your channel content is superb....very best regards from UK.
Thank you!
Grandpa here. Three generations of the family cave frequently. Our family reunions are unique.
I only discovered your videos about a week ago and I just keep watching. I am at about the 3 minute mark and I have to say that this has prove to cause me the most anxiety. At this point I don't see anyone with you and I have the worst sense of direction every (so getting lost is my thing). That being said I don't think I will ever go caving but I will keep watching these videos!!! More exciting than the Marvel Universe.
Welcome to the dark frontier.
I just started watching your videos. I really enjoy them. I use to go in caves when i was 12 with my friends. We would go into tight places also. It was exciting. They were in West Virginia . I am 70 years old now. And cant walk. Its like I am back in the caves with you and Jacob. Thank you for the great times caving. I subscribed and will be looking forward to the next.
Wonderful thank you. It is a lot of fun.
Found your channel last night and have been watching all your videos they are so scary! Love it, keep doing what your doing so I don't have to
Thank you!
This guy is simply amazing! He gets lost and acts like it’s a day at the beach which is probably why he’s able to still get safely out of the cave. The way he explains what is going in the cave and how it got that way is testament to his knowledge and expertise as a spelunker! One of the best channels on TH-cam for spelunking and exploring caves
Thank you! We're just down here having a good time. In the cold and dark.
I love this channel.. Wouldn't dream of going caving myself but it's so interesting to watch you guys do this. I'm amazed anyone can enjoy it tbh but it makes exceptional viewing :)
The Great Creator did some incredible things that are visible to all. His work underground takes a little more work to find, but “enjoy” is too mild of a word. It’s often beyond words to us. Bad Dad
@@billsanders9387 just dont get stuck face down in a hole. thats all we ask
Most underrated channel on TH-cam!! Filming and editing has only gotten better and better with every video!
Thank you! We may slow the process down even more. I'd like to work on some real feature length shows. But it means more time between video releases. We'll see what happens!
@@CalvinHikes If the content keeps improving, I'm sure it's worth it! Also, just an idea, consider hiring a cheap freelancer/designer to create improved graphics for your cave maps. It may be too much of an ask, but some 3D graphics could really help viewers better understand the dimensions of the areas you explore.
This Channel is just amazing, Great Job guys!
Thank you!
Every video I watch shocks me just as much if not more than the last. You guys are awesome!
Caves do that to us. Thanks for watching.
Your videos made my Covid Quarantine so much better, I seen all your videos and I like that you explain and teach while caving. I'm look forward for more, Thank you for the entertainment! 🙃😷👍
You're welcome. It made our quarantine better as well. Well it made the lockdowns better. Because there's nothing else to do.
I'm probably never returning to the city.
@@CalvinHikes I agree! I live in Texas so theirs no lock downs at the moment, but I did catch the Sweet and Sour Sniffles 5 days ago and I'm just sitting in my room becoming a Caveman Hikes groupy. 😂
Anyway keep up the great content and God Bless.. sincerely Isaak DelaGarza 👍👍
I just started watching your videos now i cant stop
We'll keep making more. And if you haven't found it there is plenty more on the 2nd channel.
Big respect. I could never do this. To much fear. To tight. Hope you never get hurt. Be careful
A nice large cave with pretty formations to spend a long time looking at them. You have a amazing family. From 1 generation to the next sounds like you and your dad learned some amazing things about life, family and spending time outdoors.
And, we’re still learning. Every day is an adventure to be enjoyed. Some people get bored with above ground adventures. Include us in that group. Bad Dad.
Some years ago, I went through a lava cave (could walk upright all the way) but would never do the stuff you do. I am sure lava caves are safer than old mines to explore. I am getting better at not getting freaked out by the tight spaces when I watch cave exploring, but I did get spooked by the thought of getting lost underground........Great video!!!!!
I think most caves are less prone to collapse than mines. But mines are fun too!
I have binged watch every one of your episodes and crave more!
more is always on the way!
I assume you've found the 2nd channel? We try to post new videos every week over there.
I think what you do is great, especially taking your nephew and teaching him. I’m 40 now but my brothers and I had all kinds of fun climbing cliffs and going in holes, hunting and fishing back in the 80’s and we didn’t have adult supervision. It gives you a confidence in yourself to make good decisions and take care of yourself. Its a powerful gift you’re giving your nephew that most other kids in this day and age won’t have. Society has become too accustomed to pavements, cafe’s and internet, they forget that it’s the same harsh world as it was in the stone age and when that thin veil of modern safety disappears they’re left with no skills.
Thank you and agreed. I like to say that raising children to become more capable is not endangering them. What endangers children is releasing them to a cruel society without any personal confidence or ability to deal with fear.
The world is chewing up and spitting out young people, generation after generation. We have become weak so that weak ideals are permitted to rise to the surface.
@@CalvinHikes I totally agree, the mental strength Jacob must have is incredible and I doubt he’ll encounter a situation in life that he can’t handle as a result. Even though we used to crawl in caves it was nowhere near this level, I’ve really enjoyed your videos.
Thank you!
I imagine it’s very easy for people to panic as soon as they feel lost / scared / stuck. I assume that’s how cavers end up losing their lives! It’s good to see you stay so calm even under times of intense pressure!
Good on you.
Yea panic creeps up on all of us. But fear only leads to bad decisions.
You create awesome content! Can't stop watching. Even made me wanna go caving someday. Best regards from Brazil!
You have the best caves!!
i like how you're using your gopros, alot of different perspectives. i find it cool seeing the cave in a first person view
Thank you and you are welcome. It's very difficult to take good video in caves! Its cold and dark and wet.
No clue why I keep watching this kind of videos since I get anxious and my palms sweaty. But there is something intriguing in what you do and how you do it.
Same reason we cave. Not because it's easy but because it's hard and somehow rewarding!
I've never watched videos that give me any anxiety or that feeling people talk about.... I was in darkness in bed earphones in ( stoned ) and brain overthinkin about being lost underground.... and until now watching your videos I get that feeling ... I don't like it ... but I do ... so I keep watching.... bro you and this channel are very underrated and need more views for how much you risk your life ! Instantly subscribed thank you for your footage and geological lessons in between 🙏
Thank you!
I'm having panic attacks watching this. You are hard core, and brave, awesome channel
Just having fun between a rock and a hard place! Bad dad
Man i just stumbled upon your channel. I had no clue people do this type of thing. This is some pretty extreme stuff. Really incredible!
It's super fun. Glad you're here!
Most channels you can get away with just listening to them. This channel requires that you watch as well, in doing so I learn more and enjoy sharing the adventure. Well done!
Wonderful, thank you.
I enjoy watching these videos as your doing something I'd love to do but to scared (and ill say too heavy) to do myself.... brilliant
Thanks for watching, Richard. Lately, some of the craziness going on in the people realm makes caving seem sane.
This is like the 27th video of yours that I've watched.
I think it's fair to say that you've earned a subscriber for life.
Awesome! We'll just keep the videos coming. Here's one for being cool
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I love to hate to watch these videos because of my extreme fear of confined spaces 😳
At least you are partially facing your fear.
@@CalvinHikes massive anxiety watching these lol
We deal with that at times, too...like watching the news etc. caving is our release. Bad Dad
Hello, I've been watching your videos for a while, and you inspired me to start going caving and recently went to Swildon's Hole in Somerset in the UK with a guide, best experience ever, also terrifying, but so amazing and can't wait to go again. Thanks for the inspiration, keep doing what you do! 😁
That is awesome and thank you for sharing your experience. There are some amazing and huge caves in the UK. Some are well off the beaten path where you wouldn't need a guide. And none would be available.
From the start the vibe of this video is different. Great choice in music. I must say I like the format
I'm already addicted to this channel...much love from Kenya 🇰🇪
I’ve been to Nairobi once. It would be so awesome to climb the tallest mountain in Africa. Thanks for watching
Your crazy! Oh im lost... Ah well, push forward 😂. Love the videos, love the fact you are doing what brings you happiness. Looking forward to the next video.
Thank you!
Dude I have pulled over an had a mini panic attack because I took a wrong turn on the highway u r a beast the things u guys do r truly amazing.
We get it! Highways are scarier than caves anymore. Thanks for watching
So cool to see all the intricacies of lava formations through these videos. It almost inspires me to get into caving myself, though probably better that I don't.. also love the visualization you made for the cave at 6:45.
Thank you! Its super fun.
You have convinced me to go caving in Jamaica this winter break!
There are some cool caves over there!
Let us know how it goes.
You know what really astonished me it isn't so much the tight squeeze but those giant cave spots deep down that you can actually walk through. I find that incredible! Giant walk through holes so deep down below the earth. Love your video guys!
A couple recent caves have been 90 plus feet high. We feel
Like Lilliputian
Wow , Thank you for making it out all good ! Knowing you posted helps me throughout the video 😂
Bad dad here. Calvin was nicknamed caveman by age one because of how much food he would put in his mouth. This is the adult version. Nothing has changed!
The continuing caving adventures of John Malkovitch and his dad/nephew/nephews friend are absolutey terrifying. I couldn't do what you guys do. Kudos!
Caving kinda becomes a family gig. There’s so much to discover, and as we tell the family, they crawl in the truck when we start loading gear.
Just found this channel today. What an amazing channel! Been watching videos all day! I am as claustrophobic as you get with caves. You guys bring these best professional content to showcase one of my biggest fears! *SUBBED!!
Thank you so much for all the kind words! If you get real excited, the 2nd general has more content. Less shiny but more of it.
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Always been terrified of caving after reading about that nutty putty incident. Your vids are making me slowly want to try it, keep up the great work!
Thank you for sharing with us how you got lost, It's much appreciated that you keep it real with the viewers, we love it. Do you know of any caves to crawl through in northern california, not including the shasta caverns?
Thank you so much I appreciate you saying that! I wasn't in any Dire Straits but I thought that I would prefer showing our mistakes then then acting like we know everything.
The lava bed's national monument has a lot of public caves. There is also one near weed California called Pluto's cave which is listed publicly. There are often people in the entrance to that cave but very few people walk to the back. Even fewer people are willing to crawl beyond that or even know about it. I recommend elbow pads and knee pads and and finding that crawl at the end of Pluto's cave.
Many of the excellent caves in northern California are currently difficult to get to due to the wildfires.
Caveman’s dad here. I explored some lava fields in the area you mention just this past weekend. There are many caves...mostly smaller, but the terrain is super challenging in the region I visited. Going back for more soon. Fires are gone.
You guys are CRAZY! BUT I absolutely love watching these! So much respect for the self-control in such circumstances
Thanks much, Erich. We quite enjoy what has been pretty much ignored by the masses. Actually, this cave area is very remote.
I just got back from the states, I live in the uk. I have never been caving but wish I could have had a day with you two and experience it. I’m addicted to your channel, to see your experience and skill level when underground amazes me, thank you for the videos and please keep them coming.
Y'all got a lot of caves in the UK. Lots of limestone!
You guys are becoming one of my favorite channels. Exploring should be so much more worshipped then the things society does. Thank you for keeping science and exploration in our media!!! That's a huge deal!!!
Thanks. Exploring should at least not be disdained. We can't really post on TikTok anymore because they take our stuff down. Which doesn't offend me, but what does offend me is the stuff they leave up!
Another reason to never use tik tok for me! Good to know!
I never wanna be in those tight caves, but after being lead to this channel by youtube algorithm, I am addicted to these videos lol
Thanks for sharing such experience
Thanks for commenting. We just love adventure, and the underground needs to be explored. We volunteered. 🤪
“Wherever I’m there I am” lol. Have you ever been in a situation where you’re truly panicked from being lost or in a scary situation? Love your stuff. Send “little” Jacob through first haha.
Maybe twice I've been turned around where it took me a little while to find the way out and it wasn't very fun. But it's not difficult to avoid such situations. But you do have to pay attention!
This.... This is madness. (Kick to the chest) THIS IS CAVEMAN HIKES!!!
Great comment!
These videos are so interesting but i literally have to take deep breaths to watch them
We do what we have to in creating them. Breathing helps us too.
You know what would be an AMAZING TOOL THAT I JUST REALIZED??? With The newer iPhones you can scan an area and it creates a 3D model of the areas scanned. You could scan and make a 3D map of an entire cave with your iPhone (and probably some spare batteries) I think I’m going to try this on my first caving trip soon
Yes you can but it can only do one small area at a time. But that technology is at our doorstep. I for one am very excited about 3D mapping the interior of a cave.
Bad Dad wearing the find my carcass orange. He is just dying to get in there, look at this guy. The life choices you make for your life" Cal said jokingly.
Ha ha ha ha! I didn't know you were also such a witty comedian Cal. The father and son moments here brought true smiles on my face here.
That cracked me up!
Glad you got these moments on video man. I don't have to tell you to cherish such things. You live the life that most people only dream about. You are truly a rich and wealthy man Cal.
Reminds me of when my old man was alive and going out in the world with him.
I'll let Cal know.
@@CalvinHikes Thank you! Is this Bad Dad himself?
Big fan sir. What you and the family do here is very special. Honored to be a part of it.
Bad dad here. Our family may be a bit unusual, but we have never been bored, or drawn to TV for entertainment. Thanks for your kind words.
I badly wanna go cave exploring but theres not many that i know of in ireland sadly. These videos are the reason i want to so thank you for making these amazing videos and props to you for doing this mad stuff.
You have more caves in Ireland than we do in our area. By far!
Good luck
Thank you for the Video. Very intresting
Thank you for watching. Bad Dad.
Thought I would start my day with a Caveman Hikes video before I take off to to Mt. Charleston for a wilderness adventure. This day is too beautiful to pass up. Thank you for keeping me inspired! Have an amazing day everyone!
Would love to hear how your hike goes!
@@CalvinHikes Absolutely! Driving up now, should be to to our spot in about 20 mins! I’m excited!
Love the videos, ive learned so much! Above all else stay safe Caveman, its a fantastic and beautiful hobby but a dangerous one for sure.
Thanks. We are very precautionary in our adventures. It’s far safer than most of the highways. Bad dad.
How can you stay so calm in such a situation?! I would freak out if I wouldn't know where I am going.
I was lost like a person gets lost in city traffic. I didn't know where I was but I was pretty sure I could get back if I just paid attention. I was mostly uncomfortable because it was a very difficult crawl and I hate to have to turn around and go back through that again.
@@CalvinHikes But were you not scared to reach a dead end? Without the possibility to turn or crawl back?
Bad Dad would have had to come find me. Now THAT would make a great video!!
This is why I take a cave diving line with me in dry caves.
We have used fluorescent yarn in the past, but generally find it a challenge to remove. There are better ways, and we live to go again. Lots of precautionary gear in that bag. Bad Dad
I love watching cavers its just awesome Id be afraid myself as you mentioned most won't do it so you show us the unique formations you find. Excelent Thank you I did want to ask why is a rope as a marker a bad idea?
There's generally just better ways to Mark directions then what most people might assume. Using anything to Mark directions is fine but there's just easier ways. We use rocks available in the caves. We know how to place them without having to create an entire Arrow so that we know which direction is the way out.
If someone is just going to go caving once they are likely to use string but it is probably not necessary. If you need to use rope or string to mark your route then you're probably not going to have enough anyways.
And the truth is, most people who cave a lot just memorize the cave. Even if mistakes are made we can always find our way out. Just like driving through your neighborhood we create a mental map to navigate and that's a lot easier than stringing your way through a cave and creating a huge mess.
But I have used string at times. Just not very much as I have learned better ways to navigate
How absolutely incredibly thoughtful and creative to structure this video in the way you did. How poetic: closing on "nailed it on my first try" when we know what challenges are still to come. You, your father, your nephew, are all as apt storytellers as you are cavers.
Very kind words. We just really love the adventures found underground. Thanks for watching
So scary to be lost in such tight spaces nowing you might not be able to turn around
It can produce a little anxiety, then we get on with the challenge at hand. It’s part of the addiction of adventure.
Dude I’m literally scared to watch your videos sometimes 😂 I have to hype myself for a few days first. Keep up the insanely crazy work my dude! ❤️
Thank you so much. I think we've got some coming that you won't be able to make through.
@@CalvinHikes you’re more than welcome! See, when you say things like that I dread to think what’s coming! hahaha but I honestly can not wait!
Cant stop watching your videos!
Keep up the hard work
When we love our work, it isn’t work anymore. Thanks for watching
Every time I watch these videos, I'm full of a sense of absolute dread and anxiety but also a strange sense of calm. I've always wanted to try caving but every time I see these tunnels that are barely the size of a person, it puts me off
There are many walking caves just for you.
Watching these videos make me stretch out and be happy I'm in open air
We do that when we exit from down under. Thanks for watching. Bad dad
I showed your videos to my coworkers and we discussed it for a good time, you are a literal superhero to us normal 9 to 5 working city dwellers. 😁
Well please tell your CO workers I said, AaaaaaaaaaahhHHHHHhhhhhhh!
That is how I usually feel down here.
I could never do this for this very reason, the possibility of getting lost would be terrifying. Glad you got out! You are a little bit nervous, I would be hysterical in that situation. You have nerves of steel my friend.
We trust our caving instincts quite a bit. The dark is beyond imagination
"that's his find my carcass orange" is hilarious 😂😆😂
Thrift shops have almost sold me all the orange hoodies. It also photographs rather well.
@@billsanders9387 you guys should turn that into merch! I'd buy one!!
@@jonnyincomox If I had an address I’d send you a CAVEMAN HIKES logo sticker.
You make amazing videos, I love the graphics you show of what is happening, really good job 👍 I admire what you do it looks terrifying obviously to most people but it's what you love, keep up the great work. ☘️
Thank you so much for the very nice comment and encouragement
Just found y'all last night and I've watched video after video since
Welcome to the dark frontier.
Caves are very fascinating to me but I'll leave it to professionals like y'all and I'll sit back and watch videos, keep it up y'all are amazing
"Shouldnt go too far" Switches to the tightest spot ever 9:50 😂
Such is the life of a caver. Thanks for watching. Btw, I would have eaten his lunch if my son didn’t get out in an hour. Bad dad
*orders new hiking jacket - select color - "find my Caracas orange"
You guys have my respect 100% I'm clostrphobic in a 48-72" storm or water pipe.... Your videos give me the chills and I love living vicariously through you
We have our times, but not often. As the senior caver, I am more careful now. There is NO rescue personnel crew even remotely close. Thanks for watching
loved your dads speech...inspiring
Awesome, thank you..
I see your fears and how you manage them, well done sir.
This video is insane!! Frickin awesome!! I'm surprised you can even walk with balls that big and heavy LMFAO 😂 Glad you made it outta there!! ✌️I watch all your videos, there educational and interesting
We’re just normal guys until we go underground. Then we get crazy. We’re glad to hear you find these interesting. Bad dad.
“I lived, some days I don’t tho “ lmao what does that even mean, also watch the movie the descent! It’s a gray movie about cave exploring and provided great insight on how dangerous cave diving can be!
No time for TV. Too busy caving!
This situation would scare the fuuu out of me 🙈 thanks for sharing
you can also always place torches on the right side, this way youll always find back, and you see if you already explored that part
I normally put my torches on the left, but to each their own🤣🤣
So excited to watch this.
Thanks. Is it once and done, or are you watching the really crazy ones? Bad dad.
@@billsanders9387 huh?
this dude pushin atleast 60 and still doin this. what a legend
72, I think!
Born 6-48. Bad dad.
@@billsanders9387 rock on Bad Dad! Tell us your secret!!!!
@@mainlinemitch My first caving adventure was in 1957. It’s such an addictive hobby.
That being said, your question deserves to be answered.
Stay active, (I’m an avid swimmer). stay curious, (Think outside the box) and have a son as caring as Calvin to make life more enjoyable.
He’ll never know how much he has blessed the “Bad Dad”.
@@billsanders9387 i am honored and humbled by your response and gem of advice! Trust me, I will work harder on applying it to my life! Thank you kindly, Sir!
Best way to go caving is drinking a bottle of vodka and then smoking a zoot! 👌 Nothing more sobering than getting stuck in a solid rock tube 👐
Never tried either, but being in a tight cave seems to keep us quite alert. Thanks for watching.
Man this makes me want to go find more caves in Central Oregon. I've had some of the scariest, and funnest moment of my life exploring lava tubes.
Looooooots of lava caves out there. Many are publically listed. We're out there often.
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@@CalvinHikes yes tons, and alot that aren't listed. I hope you got to see some of the ice caves while you were out here.
Are you a member of a caving grotto? If you're in caves a lot, it's a good place to share information. There's the Oregon grotto, the Oregon high desert grotto, and the Willamette Valley grotto which are in those caves in central Oregon quite a bit.
Really scary stuff, take care bro
Scary is a more individual matter. Driving on a crowded freeway scares me. Caves must not, as I jump in Calvin’s truck when I see him loading caving gear. Caveman’s dad
This is actually your most terrifying video yet. And there's a lot of competition haha.
Thank you. We've got some coming up that are just so awful. Unbelievable stuff.
I’m so addicted to these videos but they make me nauseous at the same time.. I guess I’ll just take a zofran and continue watching
This is partly your prescription.
Wow!! Hugh props for doing this. There is no way I could crawl thru a cave this tight. I would have a panic attack, especially if I knew I made a wrong turn and could possibly get lost or get stuck. Do you ever get scared? Like scared you might get stuck crawling thru a tight spot or scared you might be lost and not find your way out? Or do you get scared for your son that he may get stuck or lost and not come back out? I know I would be terrified it was my son. Have you ever not let him go thru a certain cave because it was too dangerous? Just curious.
We are always a little bit scared. But the danger in these caves is not getting lost or stuck. It's probably freezing to death or falling on rocks.
The unseen enemy is the temperature.
There are lots of times where Jacob does not go where I go.
What are usually the things you bring in your backpack? Love all your videos! Keep safe!
Batteries, water, first aid, nutrition bars, extra gloves, and much camera gear...and lights.