THE LAST WILDERNESS OF SCOTLAND || A canoe expedition into a remote corner of the SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

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  • @Alastair_
    @Alastair_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    I've lived in the highlands of Scotland my entire life and every day I am still shocked as to how beautiful my country is.

    • @baitz5870
      @baitz5870 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      you are living my dream

    • @dansome3563
      @dansome3563 ปีที่แล้ว

      Isn't lots of rain up there most of the year???

    • @user-jj1bp3es3j
      @user-jj1bp3es3j ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can only envy you from the distance :-)

    • @georgeriddell9356
      @georgeriddell9356 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It’s not a country it’s a colony 🇬🇧

    • @AuzzGames-td6bq
      @AuzzGames-td6bq 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      hope you like it up there mate

  • @philipbond9896
    @philipbond9896 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    i was a a young lad the last time i was up in the high lands of scotland that was 45 years ago . to this day i can still remember the the smell of the heather the fresh crisp in the air . thank you for this video it brought back some good mwmories .

    • @caitgems1
      @caitgems1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I get to wake up every morning to that. ❤👉🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @michaelconchscooter8940
    @michaelconchscooter8940 4 ปีที่แล้ว +244

    A proper film maker on You Tube. What a treat. No endless headshots yakking at the camera?! A real story, thoughtful angles. Lovely. Thank you.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Thank you, Michael. I'm pleased you enjoyed it.

    • @prairrie
      @prairrie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael Conchscooter yes agree what is it about you tubers constantly face in camera .

    • @emmakelly3354
      @emmakelly3354 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@prairrie driven by ego instead of truth, learning and nature

    • @MartiasMuses
      @MartiasMuses 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I could not say it better, the quality is extraordinary.

    • @jovenaldomingo1123
      @jovenaldomingo1123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      08/26/21 Miracle water anyone air and water polluted yet??Our real life problems in the world today knowing or knew the truth will always set ur soul spirits free the truth will lead u to the path nature’s beauty in ur eyes can see ur point of views??07 think coming here??save money urself ur time ur soul spirits world if I was u now I will never come here in the Philippines to visit many hands here are holding the brooms any day of the month one year,he/she is playing with fire mix trash dry leaves with a lighter its own time set the fire anytime anyplace here sad but true in ur real lifetime glad to know if it’s worth coming here!!think 07

  • @Martin-sd8xr
    @Martin-sd8xr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    Don't mean to be geeky but an unusual fact about Loch Maree is that the largest island, Eilean Subhainn contains a loch that itself contains an island, a situation that occurs nowhere else in Britain (an island on an island on an island).

    • @G4RY1159
      @G4RY1159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Great info
      Many Thanks

    • @matthewbell1968
      @matthewbell1968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That is a top quality piece of info thanks 👍

    • @arnesl929
      @arnesl929 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool

    • @chrisrandall2710
      @chrisrandall2710 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Apparently there is one up in northern Canada that has a triple

    • @Martin-sd8xr
      @Martin-sd8xr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@chrisrandall2710 bucket list updated…👍

  • @therealisation5500
    @therealisation5500 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    This part of Scotland is unspeakably beautiful it makes me so proud to be Scottish

  • @TAOutdoors
    @TAOutdoors 4 ปีที่แล้ว +740

    This just popped up in my recommended. That was incredible! I hope people appreciate the amount of effort you guys went through to not only capture this, but to get the story across to make us viewers feel like we were there. Top job lads! - Mike

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I'm pleased you enjoyed it Mike! All the best to you.

    • @randyross5630
      @randyross5630 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@JamieBarnes Why Didn't you just Say in Wester Ross? You know the Ross' were the Hereditary Priests and Rulers the Red Priests from Apple Cross in Wester Ross before Clan Arias soon to be known as the Great Clan Ross moved to Easter Ross and reformed the Earldom of Ross from the ashes of the Mormaerdom of Ross with the last Mormaer of Ross (and Mormaer of a couple other places) the once Thane of Scotland turned Mad King Macbeth! Give you a little hint, we didn't originate in Apple Cross, Clan Arias was Egyptian. Imagine going to a place in America but avoiding saying the State because you disfavor the people who bare its name and once ruled it. A deep seeded hate for sure. So why go to Wester Ross, why go to a place named Munro (Munro means Mont Ross) and proclaim the places Beauty, but refuse to say where you are for the overall name it bares and who it's bared by. You can't pretend Ross' can't see it, here in America they have our Feats marked down as firm US History but will leave our names out, unless one reads the expanded version. If you go to Ross, say I went to Ross, say you went to Wester Ross, or Ross County, or Ross-shire, even technically still the Earldom of Ross the best Title Still up for Grabs with one would assume the Chief of Ross, Barron Ross of Ross (for short) is surely eyeing!

    • @cameronnn6582
      @cameronnn6582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@randyross5630 give it a rest pal

    • @randyross5630
      @randyross5630 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cameronnn6582 is the place in Ross-shire, in Wester Ross? But none of you will say that! Because you kicked Ross' out for a reason right? Cleared the Highlands twice for a reason right? You are an awful people! Facts!

    • @experiment.3324
      @experiment.3324 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@randyross5630 What the bloody hell are you on about?

  • @mattlfross
    @mattlfross 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    As a Scot living in France and stuck here due to the pandemic, thanks for making me incredibly homesick! Beautiful video, thank you!

    • @gordonstacey7092
      @gordonstacey7092 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Currently in the same situation stuck here in the Dominican Republic and although the weather and the beaches are incredible, nothing beats the majestic scenery of the highlands of Scotland and yes feeling quite homesick and longing to walking again in the mountains of my homeland...

  • @SP-mc3bn
    @SP-mc3bn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For you to go the effort of capturing such quality footage, whilst being cold, wet, hungry and tired is commendable. I'm so glad you did - this was thoroughly enjoyable to watch. Perfect vicarious-adventuring for all us viewers - thank you!

  • @tomyudin
    @tomyudin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Time to deploy the jetboil" , those words bring back many a fond memory! Nothing better than jetboiling with a good mate in a remote bothy.

    • @musicmadman69
      @musicmadman69 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Utterly trecherous. Thanks God they had all the right equipment, heavens forbid what could have been...

  • @ynwa3476
    @ynwa3476 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Scotland is the most beautiful place on this earth. It is simply breathtaking.

  • @lorrainerichardson3280
    @lorrainerichardson3280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    That is what I call a holiday. Peaceful, relaxing and so beautiful. No shops or crowds. Stunning.

    • @alexmorgan3435
      @alexmorgan3435 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Until it ends up on YT and the masses turn up and ruin these places.

    • @canoedude9672
      @canoedude9672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It ain't like this anymore. Hoards of people and motorhomes. Videos like this just encourage masses of people unfortunately!

  • @havisiting
    @havisiting 3 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Man, do I miss the Highlands now. When you’re in London it’s hard to believe that places like this exist on the same island.
    A great film. Thanks so much for sharing.

    • @pauliesuprano5512
      @pauliesuprano5512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      All i am going to say is Scotland is a fcuking great place and i am neither a Scot or a Brit....Im Irish

    • @kdmedia1534
      @kdmedia1534 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pauliesuprano5512 You’re our Celtic brother, along with Wales: From a Scot :)

    • @marypetrie930
      @marypetrie930 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kdmedia1534 Scotland is a lot more than just "Celtic"

    • @kdmedia1534
      @kdmedia1534 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@marypetrie930 Ok.

    • @lordoftheworlds6781
      @lordoftheworlds6781 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I couldn't do more than a year in large English city's something spiritual in you dies I feel sorry for English folks that really have no resonance with the lands they live in

  • @fishwithcarl
    @fishwithcarl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +365

    Wow. This was a mega watch! :)

    • @1986Faruq
      @1986Faruq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      True that... i wonder if there are any mega carp up in bonnie scotland 🤔 someone should do a mini series "in search of jurassic carp"

    • @StrudlePie
      @StrudlePie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@1986Faruq There's some massive ones at Inverness Botanic Gardens :D

    • @c0n0rr0b
      @c0n0rr0b 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@1986Faruq None in the lochs sadly. The Further north you get the less you see carp introduced which is a bastard for those of us on the border who like carping. There is meant to be monster Carp in Windemere in the lakes but rarely caught, now id like to see your idea there matey! There is For sure Jurassic Pike in them though

    • @mrdjr6544
      @mrdjr6544 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@1986Faruq Yeah my friends in Scotland go crazy if they catch a mid double.

    • @craigvernon7880
      @craigvernon7880 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Guess you've already fkd off back to Balham. Should've canood from Glasgow to Edinburgh along the union canal in Tollcross. 50miles. Sake

  • @ZacAlsop
    @ZacAlsop 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    amazing storytelling and visuals man!

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Zac and Jay! Big fan of your videos. Many thanks.

  • @willdrw
    @willdrw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such an accurate account of what an adventure in Scotland often looks and feels like. Superb filming and editing - I really take my hat off to you for documenting it all while pushing through on a tough expedition in the middle of nowhere!

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @bboyneon92
    @bboyneon92 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    "In this journey, there was no destination." This hit me hard.
    The filming, narration, music, editing. All spot on!

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm pleased you enjoyed it Naveen!

  • @alanduncan4691
    @alanduncan4691 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    What a great trip guys, and beautifully filmed. As a Scot I'm glad to see my countrymen made you feel welcome. We like our banter with the English of course, but I tend to find that English people I meet in our outdoors are very appreciative of Scotlands beauty and treat it with respect. Hope you make it back here on many more occasions.

  • @johnboyle8452
    @johnboyle8452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very very good chaps. I live on the west coast of Scotland and love our country. Glad you enjoyed your visit!

  • @tabc6870
    @tabc6870 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m so happy to see proper canoe form! Someone had proper paddling technique!

  • @jakebanister5768
    @jakebanister5768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    6:00 that’ll put chills down your spine. Had the same thing happen to me working cattle in the middle of no where once. Pretty bad ass. They knew we were there

    • @end8316
      @end8316 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You don’t know how brilliant it is until you’ve seen it yourself

  • @patrickswan4537
    @patrickswan4537 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    Fantastic. With a recent unwanted health diagnosis I'm determined to get out and make the most of places like this whilst I can. This inspires me no end to get on and do that.

    • @alexmorgan3435
      @alexmorgan3435 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You and many others destroy fragile remote habitats. You think it is just one or two people visiting? No, it ends up as a flood of people and such beautiful places are ruined.

    • @flektarnskitzbird4785
      @flektarnskitzbird4785 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stfu

    • @beattrixkiddo2725
      @beattrixkiddo2725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@alexmorgan3435 PSHH NO FUN. Have hope in humanity ya pessimistic pedant. People with your mindset, supplement the slow down fall of our very existence, perpetuating the negative implications of people enjoying Mother Nature is just depressing.
      *I never overreact, especially on TH-cam comments, never.

    • @noemim2964
      @noemim2964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Nature is for people! People's souls need to be in nature to remain NORMAL!!! The best thing would be of people would be in nature all the time!!

    • @hellssurprise9338
      @hellssurprise9338 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      All the hope in the universe for you Patrick

  • @dontgetittwizted
    @dontgetittwizted 4 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I'm so lucky to be from the highlands of Scotland. 👌

  • @schto173
    @schto173 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    the last wilderness, got a lift from 2 pals in a quad, had a coffee and a boat ride xD But i agree you had a great time and i believe your videography skills are masterful :)

    • @rcw7381
      @rcw7381 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      it was a very wild quad

  • @jonsgold
    @jonsgold 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a lovely film! Great cinematography and narration, stunning views. Thanks for sharing.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @angieroyall1516
    @angieroyall1516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OUTSTANDING! ! !
    ALL OF IT... made my blood stir... I think you found your calling.
    Georgia,USA

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for the kind words!

  • @lessthanhairyhunter2466
    @lessthanhairyhunter2466 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Outstanding footage of some of the most magnificent scenery in the world. What a trip too! Thanks Jamie, it brightened my day and reminded me why I need to make my way back up there soon.

  • @Andrew17877
    @Andrew17877 4 ปีที่แล้ว +200

    A wee bit of rain and wind and the two english boys are hiding out lol. Good video..... but had to laugh a bit haha

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      This gave me a chuckle. We’re certainly not as adapted to the weather!

    • @Andrew17877
      @Andrew17877 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      @@JamieBarnes You should see me in the sun.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@Andrew17877 ha! I can only imagine. 😂

    • @sonofbadbill9501
      @sonofbadbill9501 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@JamieBarnes I laughed at the bit where the weather forecast was good for the next 3 days. A likely story. Never trust more than the 3 hour weather forecast lol!!

    • @FERGIEBOYMK1
      @FERGIEBOYMK1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      I dont understand why these guys from down south put the title 'the last wilderness in Scotland '. This area is wild theres no doubt but it's not the last. There are many areas up here both on the mainland and islands that are wilderness areas. I think the term was just used to sound more dramatic but doesn't actually do Scotland a service and I'm afraid and just isn't true. Have you been to all areas I doubt it if your stating this.Too much footage of equipment, maps and bothies. Gillies must have had a laugh ,honestly you really narrate this like shackleton to the pole - way too overly dramatic. Tbh the weather wasn't that bad and at that time of year we would consider to be reasonable. Sorry to sound critical but for some Scots it is a bit OTT pal.

  • @crispinbarton8393
    @crispinbarton8393 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great film. Really well put together showing a lot of the beauty of the Highlands.
    Remember being stuck at the very same bothy for a couple of days due to exceptionally poor weather. There were no beds back then (20 years ago).
    Look forward to watching more of your films.

  • @slap_A_flamingo
    @slap_A_flamingo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My God, that's absolutely breathtaking and I like in Scotland lol. One of the things I love about wild camping. The quietness and the feeling that everything has faded into the sands of time. Its amazing just to sit there and take in nature in all its glory.

  • @SlushieTee14
    @SlushieTee14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent excellent job. Beautiful cinematography and storytelling. No acting shots. Just pure good content

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm pleased you enjoyed it! Thank you for the kind words.

  • @joshtheintern
    @joshtheintern 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This is tv show level stuff how you produced this just the two of you is incredible my hats is off to you and your adventure is truly inspiring! Can't wait till the lockdown goes so we can go out on adventures like this again!

  • @sanysele
    @sanysele 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Gorgeous. Scotland is a dream.

  • @boomshine87
    @boomshine87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    TH-cam algorithm Gods recommended this to me and I’m so glad they did. Beautifully shot, amazing wilderness, great music and interesting narration.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm pleased the algorithm gods released this upon you! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @jimtilbrook4635
    @jimtilbrook4635 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watching in between doing the housework on a miserable rainy windy Sunday. Just what I needed thanks guy’s loved it.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it brightened your day a little! All the best Jim.

  • @tman5634
    @tman5634 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Truly excellent footage of the Scottish Wilderness, a must visit for all adventurers.
    I will do this same route Spring 2023 & hope it's easier with my inflatable kayak.
    Really enjoyed this guys, thanks for sharing.

  • @eunahhunter4936
    @eunahhunter4936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great production value. Scotland is one of the most serene places we visited. Absolutely loved it and it felt safe.

  • @andysparks8245
    @andysparks8245 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video, and as someone who's been visiting that very area for over 30yrs I know how much you have to respect the weather up there having gotten caught out in a small boat on Loch Maree once when in the space of 30 mins the loch turned from calm to nightmare rough as the strong winds turned to race down the length of the loch. 5hrs sat on the far side bank waiting for a lull.

  • @chrisperry4612
    @chrisperry4612 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Loved this. Brought a tear to my eye realising how much I miss living in Scotland.

  • @popcornlover948
    @popcornlover948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It would be massively criminal if you didn’t create more content, you clearly have everything it takes to create a very successful channel I hope to see more very soon great work thanks

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This means a lot, thank you. I’ve got some projects in the works!

  • @sowyatt9739
    @sowyatt9739 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely adventure ! I've been to Loch Maree kayaking. Planning to follow your route ... one day. Camping and kayaking around. So beautiful. Well done !

  • @JimBairdAdventurer
    @JimBairdAdventurer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love it! Makes me once again want to visit the land of my ancestors. So sad that this is the last wilderness.

    • @joshsheffield1450
      @joshsheffield1450 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is sometimes call the last wilderness, but there are lots of wild places in Scotland. Paddled lots of lochs on the west coast and rare to see anyone else.

  • @IanPalmgren
    @IanPalmgren 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is such a beautiful film. Love the way you've captured the landscape and the terrain around you. That being said, there's no reason to over-dramatize this. At no point were you in danger of flipping, hitting "boulders", or in any way jeopardizing your health. Please share the beauty of this environment without making a scene about it for the sake of TH-cam.

    • @benrobbo2902
      @benrobbo2902 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Facts having canoed and kayaked myself i was so confused ahaha

  • @fredplo
    @fredplo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Superbe !! Images incroyables, excellent montage. J'étais carrément avec vous. L'Ecosse est vraiment un coin de paradis. Bravo !!

  • @timvanderwiel5105
    @timvanderwiel5105 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    poetry not only in words but in images and deeds

  • @alexmorgan3435
    @alexmorgan3435 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have visited Scotland and the Highlands and Skye several times staying in remote very isolated places which have been stunningly beautiful. But on each occasion the midges have at many times been unbearable making for a miserable experience. I for one are happy for these places to remain untouched. I have no desire to visit them again. Watching excellent films such as this on YT is more than sufficient to satisfy any wish to experience these places. It also saves on hundreds, thousands of people travelling up to these remote places and ruining them. Great film. Brilliantly shot, narrated and edited.

  • @amilton2128
    @amilton2128 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Beautiful scenery. Would love to paddle in remote Scotland but am too old now. In younger days I experienced wilderness canoe tripping in Ontario and Quebec. To Jamie’s many viewers that have enjoyed this, I recommend Justin Barbour’s canoe trek across Labrador, 83 days 1700 kilometres, alone with his dog.

  • @GirlOutdoors
    @GirlOutdoors 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    Beautiful video! Looked like an amazing trip you had. Thanks so much for sharing:) x

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm pleased you enjoyed it.

    • @terryknutson3202
      @terryknutson3202 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Girl Outdoors. i stopped by your channel for a moment. Do you mind if i pray for you?

  • @damianmcnulty7663
    @damianmcnulty7663 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful, getting out and adapting to yer environment, always what it's about. Thanks guys.

  • @adriannee.1030
    @adriannee.1030 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful film of a fantastic journey in a very beautiful, wild place. Looking forward to more. Thank you

  • @ahmedal-rubie411
    @ahmedal-rubie411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really enjoyed this video. From the narration, to the stunning footage, to the lessons learned when you couldn't complete the circuit. Looks like you both had a blast. Scotland is by FAR my fav place in the UK!

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @searchinsachinturkey4398
    @searchinsachinturkey4398 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was so soothing to watch. Thoughtful, well-shot, great story-telling.

  • @evigvandrare
    @evigvandrare 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Stumbled upon this through my recommended. Absolutely stunning boys!

  • @darranmilne9944
    @darranmilne9944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Amazing Jamie great footage and brilliant editing, you are completely right its about the journey.

  • @Fishy1764
    @Fishy1764 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That was a crackin video and really well made too.Such a beautiful place.👍

  • @waterboys3001
    @waterboys3001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed the film. Scotland is amazingly beautiful and cold and wet. I used to return home to Scotland to see my parents and I would be wearing a woolly jumper in August.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it! It really is a stunning place. The weather is certainly apart of the charm.

  • @Apureguria
    @Apureguria 3 ปีที่แล้ว +207

    amazing experience and video. I can't believe how beautiful Scotland is

    • @hellssurprise9338
      @hellssurprise9338 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Scotland surprises ALOT of people ;)

    • @lucabottino607
      @lucabottino607 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Apure Guria. Tu por aqui? Ainda quero ver um vídeo de vocês explorando a escócia.

    • @G4RY1159
      @G4RY1159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      And I can confirm ''most of us'' are super friendly and helpful

    • @Mr34LUKE34
      @Mr34LUKE34 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was just thinking that I want to quit my job my flat my family my life and live of the land

    • @janemann2756
      @janemann2756 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Come and pay us a visit. You won't be disappointed. A fellow Scot x

  • @freddieforretser4546
    @freddieforretser4546 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That shot you captured of Slioch at 3:46 is absolutely breath-taking. You have done Scotland proud my friend :)

  • @danexitsstreetview3273
    @danexitsstreetview3273 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Stunning video this and one of the best I've watched. So well shot and you've inspired me to visit this part of Scotland. Thanks guys.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it inspired you, Dan. All the best for your future travels.

    • @auntia7687
      @auntia7687 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Look up the summer Isles,, my favourite place

  • @malcolmsharp2801
    @malcolmsharp2801 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fionn Loch and Loch Fada bring back fond memories of long treks , wild camping and fishing back in the 1970's when I was a lot younger. Thanks for your excellent film showing that little has changed in this beautiful corner of Scotland. Long may that continue.

  • @eyedoclondon
    @eyedoclondon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stunning film with amazing cinematography. How incredible. Thanks so much for sharing.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

  • @ScottKinnear
    @ScottKinnear 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video, if I can’t get my fix of good Scottish scenery during the year, this is an enjoyable watch, I enjoy videos like this. Well done guys

  • @tshansen
    @tshansen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    This is by far, one of the best videos i have seen this year. What an amazing story 👏🏻 Holy crap you know your way around filmmaking my friend. Thank you so much for this amazing story. Cheers from Norway 🇳🇴

    • @wild_childofthe80s
      @wild_childofthe80s 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well done wasn't it :)
      The sound of the rain and the roaring of the Stags 🥰🦌 x x

  • @darrenpritchard7187
    @darrenpritchard7187 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As some one whos done a lot of solo paddling in Scotland, this is a very inspiring trip but those portages are pretty crazy ! Well done. Great video !

  • @mikethebikemt07tracer
    @mikethebikemt07tracer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    While you can't please all of the people you certainly pleased me with this lovely put together video. I love Scotland and have visited there several times, always looking for the wilder side of the country. Thanks for sharing your trip.

  • @moorwalks
    @moorwalks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was thinking the exact same thing.. 'your objective isn't about completing the planned trip, it's about experiencing the wonders of what nature and Scotland have to offer, especially after the lock down'. A journey that is great for balancing your mind after being cooped up indoors. Thanks for this guys.

  • @mountainarena7202
    @mountainarena7202 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Beautifully shot; really cinematic. Stunning part of the country.

  • @littlefishy6316
    @littlefishy6316 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've paddled Loch Maree. Beautiful area. After camping on an island a brutal storm made paddling very sketchy next morning. It was the only time I've dumped the kayak and walked miles back to the car before returning for the kayak.

  • @067captain
    @067captain 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very high quality film of an intimidating trip. Canoed many of the Scottish lochs, including Maree, but don’t ever do portages like that! Lovely few minutes of escapism. Thanks!

  • @richardgodlove9662
    @richardgodlove9662 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video, a true showing of what canoe/kayak camping trips can be, adventures of success and disappointment. Thank you for it.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @alansolomon5527
    @alansolomon5527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Greetings from southern California, U.S.A. You guys have done well with this video since November last year. 👍
    It is no wonder you have done well in such a short time. There are so many of us across this planet including me that strive for the same.
    With all the planets in line and a bit of God's will maybe some day I can check out the same awesome scenery you had in the Last Wilderness of Scotland. Thanks.

  • @daviddirom7429
    @daviddirom7429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    While I love and miss my native land of Scotland, I am over powered by my current travels. I am currently on my first trip into Northern British Columbia where the vistas are Breathtaking and stunning. No amount of photography or videos can do justice to what we are seeing here.

    • @chrisrandall2710
      @chrisrandall2710 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are in heaven there! Love Ottawa! Been all over my country!

  • @barryyoung
    @barryyoung 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love this part of the country. Beautiful video....

  • @mariomallia9726
    @mariomallia9726 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great filming, just like a proper documentary. The weather can turn in minutes on Loch Maree from experience whilst out in a small boat fishing. The views from the tops of the mighty Slioch are absolutely breathtaking. Great scenery enjoyed your program

  • @lancedaniels
    @lancedaniels 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for posting and sharing. Great to and hear about your journey and experience.

  • @nigelfisher3756
    @nigelfisher3756 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent little adventure video with it all. A goal, views, resolve and a successful completion. Thanks for sharing those beautiful and idyllic places.

  • @ScottOnTheHills
    @ScottOnTheHills 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful film, really gets across the appeal of the wilderness

  • @blairmarshall544
    @blairmarshall544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This why I love living in Scotland. I live in the city and within an hour I can be in total freedom near no one

    • @hrh4961
      @hrh4961 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And freezing your ass off at any time of year. (Snark from South Florida.) Love going to Scotland, but only in summer when the days are sooooo long.

    • @allybally0021
      @allybally0021 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hrh4961 Fair....Scotland is wonderful in Summer.....in Winter Florida or Arizona is a good destination. Life of a snow-bird.....

    • @allybally0021
      @allybally0021 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @arfer minute I love the English Fens and they are like a billiard table. Its just a different kind of beauty.

  • @LawsonLindseyFishing
    @LawsonLindseyFishing 3 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    absolute knockout of a video boys

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

    • @jovenaldomingo1123
      @jovenaldomingo1123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      08/26/21 Miracle water anyone air and water polluted yet??Our real life problems in the world today knowing or knew the truth will always set ur soul spirits free the truth will lead u to the path nature’s beauty in ur eyes can see ur point of views??07 think coming here??save money urself ur time ur soul spirits world if I was u now I will never come here in the Philippines to visit many hands here are holding the brooms any day of the month one year,he/she is playing with fire mix trash dry leaves with a lighter its own time set the fire anytime anyplace here sad but true in ur real lifetime glad to know if it’s worth coming here!!think 07

  • @graemesaunderson4218
    @graemesaunderson4218 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done guys.That was a great adventure.Thank you for taking us along with you. ATB

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @abikeandadrone2137
    @abikeandadrone2137 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was fantastic, really top stuff. What an adventure and careful planning. I will watch it again this evening. Subscribed.

  • @katepolox
    @katepolox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is incredible Jamie! Beautifully made.. Would love to visit Scotland again.. Well done mate!!

  • @HighlandViking
    @HighlandViking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent vid! I lived in Gairloch for a few years and have been all over every Loch in your video! A truly amazing place with so much memory, words cannot express the amount of awe that filled me on my many adventures there or for the innumerable amount of midgie bites I endured! :D

  • @Super1234567788
    @Super1234567788 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Man this was fantastic I’m from the Isle of Skye and some of the shots u took of Scotland are fantastic 👌🏻 feels like I’m watching a proper documentary

    • @hellssurprise9338
      @hellssurprise9338 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      From Isle Of Skye? You still living there??

  • @alessandrozanella
    @alessandrozanella 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    all elements are taken care of... story, editing, sound design, footage - absolutely beautiful!

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @mancavecreations6535
    @mancavecreations6535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Travelling my homeland was the best holiday of my life, its amazing how much is on our own doorstep and yet most will never see it.

  • @treebro6743
    @treebro6743 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Amazing cinematography wow, makes me want to get out of Glasgow. Nice to see some of the last of the Caledonian forest aswell. Great video man cheers

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m glad you liked it, Pablo. All the best

    • @manus.P118.8
      @manus.P118.8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's not that far from you Pabsy ..
      Just keep the heed doon!

  • @bobbarron6969
    @bobbarron6969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for introducing me to this fantastic landscape. I grew up in Minnesota and have spent many hours paddling in places like the BWCA and northern Canada and have an appreciates for these wild places.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's an incredible landscape, but certainly nowhere near as wild as the places you mentioned. Hopefully, I'll be able to visit those places soon! All the best to you Bob.

  • @gregorydmitchell
    @gregorydmitchell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    The Last Wilderness of Scotland? That must have come as something of a surprise to the people who live there.

    • @mrweasel
      @mrweasel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, visited that area a lot. There are taking some less travelled routes, but wouldn't call it any more or less of a 'wilderness' than much of the North West coast. lovely area anyway and very nicely shot video.

    • @Taperack123
      @Taperack123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah pretty much the whole of scotland is the last wilderness 😂 had a deer down at Aberdeen Harbour last week!

    • @redwheelbarrow9729
      @redwheelbarrow9729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Odd, of all the comments you could have made, you chose to make that comment. TH-cam is great, because it allows people who have got nothing to contribute to... well, contribute. Good for you getting involved in the conversation.

    • @ryanbonner25
      @ryanbonner25 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      by saying "the last wilderness", jamie was talking about the imprint of modern man - the bleekness of the highlands, and the rest of the country is a result of deforestation, which took place across the centuries and millenia. not scotland's sparse population in the north.
      still beautiful though our country is, there's a sadness here too, as we stripped a lot of it bare a long time ago, killing our native trees and nearly every ecosystem with them. the untouched little islands in the video show us a delicate untouched balance of nature - it's not seen in many places anymore.
      tiny scotland has been incredibly enginuitive and inventive, masters of engineering and industrialisation, at one time building the biggest ships and bridges the world had ever known. we can be proud of that, but unfortunately the permanent scars are left across our wildernesses.

  • @LostInTheWildCanada
    @LostInTheWildCanada 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Every single frame of your documentary is pure MAGIC

  • @parkin8595
    @parkin8595 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These videos are truly fantastic. So privileged to get this for free. Thank you very much indeed.

  • @rabscott2822
    @rabscott2822 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Well done guys, I live in Scotland in a place called Balloch, right on the banks of Loch lomond. So I know how quickly the weather can change , anyway I look forward to seeing more of your adventurers in the future. Your sincerely Robert Scott. Ps isn't Scotland beautiful.

    • @Celtivo
      @Celtivo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mate, Balloch is 6 hours south of where this video is shot, and like 30 minutes away from Glasgow... not exactly a comparison is what I'm saying.

    • @rabscott2822
      @rabscott2822 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mate I'm Scotish it's the weather

  • @rattywoof5259
    @rattywoof5259 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    2:04 - Ah yes, the midges - Scotland's secret weapon!

    • @Yermaw11
      @Yermaw11 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      They don't fuck about and neither do we 🤣

    • @hrxy1
      @hrxy1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Yermaw11 glad to hear it

    • @alexmorgan3435
      @alexmorgan3435 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The SMP.

  • @TheOutdoorSeeker
    @TheOutdoorSeeker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Stunning scenery. Nicely done.

  • @greb5142
    @greb5142 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don't know how I lived without 4K before, it's amazing how people from the internet can now make movie quality videos.

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      8K is already a thing in the consumer market which is crazy to believe!

  • @Leroyjenkinsjnr
    @Leroyjenkinsjnr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome film. Good to see how much respect was shown to the surroundings and elements. Thankyou for the effort

  • @PhilBehan87
    @PhilBehan87 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Given that all the MBA bothies are closed (except for real emergencies) those lads were extremely kind!

  • @ollie48578
    @ollie48578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    After seeing this, I'm about three seconds away from packing my shite and sprinting up to Scotland in nothing but me shorts and shirt. What a banger of a video this is. absolutely stunning, lads.

  • @robmckinley5475
    @robmckinley5475 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This video brought tears to my eyes. Ive been to these places. I'm so fucked off with this fuckin pandemic. I miss the mountains and the wild places, just didn't realise how much until I watched this. Sad times 😔

    • @And-rc9yy
      @And-rc9yy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ Ignoring the pandemic is illegal and irresponsible. It's because of selfish people that the lockdowns continue.

    • @And-rc9yy
      @And-rc9yy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ When I say it's illegal it depends on what you do. If for instance you hold a rave in a warehouse for 1000 people it's illegal and irresponsible. If you think that is utter nonsense you're out of your mind.

    •  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@And-rc9yy People have the right to decide for themselves what they consider irresponsible. I and the majority of the population break rule/s every single day. It is my /their choice. We are not quite at 'Brave New World' yet. Fuck the plandemic , fuck the criminal elites. You should stay in your safe space and cry softly for big brother to love you.

    • @And-rc9yy
      @And-rc9yy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @ I think you're trying to make out that I live in fear of Covid. Personally I don't care too much about my own life. I just don't want to be responsible for passing it on to someone else. I don't live in fear, I've just managed to adopt some safe practices to avoid people as much as is reasonable. I appreciate it's not easy for everyone, especially those who need more social interaction. Incidentally, I too used to break rules every day, I think I eventually learnt to have more respect for other people. I kind of have a 'treat others as you'd like to be treated' mentality.

    • @johnstarkie9948
      @johnstarkie9948 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rob,
      The pandemic is a challenge.
      “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”.

  • @sheilafoster-hancock5687
    @sheilafoster-hancock5687 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope you are able to post more of your adventures. It was a great watch. Good luck

    • @JamieBarnes
      @JamieBarnes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Sheila. I've got some more projects in the works!

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful cinematography and locations. Thanks for sharing 💕