Hiking Alone in Canada

Hiking alone in Canada in winter.

It was the last day of March and I decided to go out backpacking for a little solo overnight camping in the woods on the Bruce Peninsula. I packed what I would need for an alone overnight camping trip in the Canadian wilderness area along the Bruce Trail.

Georgian Bay was still largely frozen with the ice sheet moving towards shore in large chunks of melting ice.

After hiking alone on the cliff of the Niagara Escarpment I would make camp along the rocky shoreline.

I regret not packing my external mic, so there is a lot of wind noise. I chose not to bring it to reduce the weight and bulk of what I was packing in... bad decision. I'm going to need to find a way to pack certain film equipment so I can produce to the standard that I expect, perhaps I'll need to get some different gear that is more portable.

Please like and subscribe if you enjoy the video. If you really like it, share it on facebook and help me grow my channel so I can continue to create more videos :) - Jason Eke

Want to know more?

These are not affiliate links.

#explorefurther

-----------------------------------SOCIAL MEDIA----------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Please be advised.

Certain calculated risks to personal safety were taken while filming this video. We recommend that appropriate safety precautions be taken while participating in adventure sports and activities. We encourage viewers to follow the recommendations of local outfitters, trail guides and maps, and to seek skill development resources and training before attempting these activities on your own. Travelling alone or solo through wilderness areas should be undertaken only by the experienced.

Jason Eke has been practicing wilderness skills for over 30 years and has backpacked, canoed/kayaked, rock climbed and camped across North America and overseas. He is a canoe builder, outdoorsman, and has contributed canoe and rock climbing articles to print publications. He also has over 30 years martial arts experience and over a decade of experience working in a variety of private security, investigation, animal handling and law enforcement roles through which he has gained valuable training.

The purpose of this video is for entertainment purposes.

[TrailguidePictures]

Hey everyone,
I decided to get out and go for my first real wilderness camping trip of the year. The lakes were all still frozen so I had to leave the canoe at home and instead backpacked solo to an incredible spot on the Bruce Peninsula. It was spectacular and there's no question that I'll make my way back there again.
I hope you enjoy the (slightly) longer video length and I apologize for the poor audio quality in parts.

[garyspring]

yes cant wait too get outdoor soon in the great outdoors of bc

[jameslane]

Great View always enjoy nature videos thanks for the video hope you had a great Easter James KCMO

[idratherbeoutside]

Very Nice country... Making me itch to get the canoe on the water..

[g-palloyd]

Thanks, Jason. Good video. I think sleeping on those rocks would have killed me! LOL! Hope your health remains good.

[jameshanson]

Thanks Jason for another great video, been a sub for a couple of months now, and appreciate the effort you put into your vids. Having built one cedar strip canoe myself only 13' 6 " solo but the concept was the same. My pride is that no metal fasteners of any kind were used, strictly glue, clamps and bungy cord. Love this channel, keep them coming.

[garthbigg]

Great video Jason! ... That cracking ice really makes some neat noises. :)

[wallaceviviansadventures]

new subscriber here, i have been watching a few of your videos now.i think they are awesome.that was a awesome spot you picked bit rocky but that's the fun of it.great dinner.see you on the next one.take care

[markwallingford]

Well glad you made the trip Jason ... We all have to take a risk now and then .. Thanks for sharing ... Mark ...

[outdoorjo]

Thank you for sharing another fabulous adventure. Beautiful places for the eye and the soul :o)

[garyspring]

hey just found your channel keep up the good work. I am also from Canada .in bc

[EifelWandern]

Hello to Canada, thanks for this nice trip. The most wildest animals in our woods here in the southwest are the lynx and deer....Kind regards. Alexander

[yannst-pierre]

Really really nice, sweet spot, very nice video, but man you love the word ''Know''

[TriddlerDD]

Very good J. I too know the one man band on such things. Good to be there with you at least in this way.

[JagerScot-]

Greeting from Scotland mate. Love the music. Brilliant video. Cheers

[dpax]

Lovely scenic views as always Jason. Was wondering as you mentioned bears what do you have to protect yourself should you happen to cross one on the trail or while on your tent. We have zero wildlife to worry about on the island of Malta but other people which on a small island are difficult to get away from.

[islandsun]

Cool Video !! This just might become my favorite channel

[brycenoliver]

No apology needed, you are in the wild, beautiful outdoors its real. I guess you would recommend the firebox stove, I have been thinking about one for myself. Once again thanks for the great videos you keep it real.

[ivantavares]

Anytime you wanna head out there (doesn’t matter what season) I’ll head out with you. Great videos! Keep them coming.

[jorgenatafntf]

Muito show parceiro. Um mochila bem pesada hein! Like 3. Forte abraço. Nataf Survival.