Docuseries Ep.1 : Through the Newfoundland Wilderness
In the Spring of 2017 I embarked on a 700km snowshoe, Alpacka raft and backpacking expedition across the harsh yet magical Newfoundland interior wilderness. I was solo as a human but far from alone. By my side from start to finish was my loyal Cape Shore Water Dog, Saku. We went through thick and thin together in order to travel across some of the least explored wilderness regions of our province. We encountered frequent wildlife while battling desolate barrens, thick bush, mountain ranges, storms, sub-zero temperatures, raging whitewater, massive lakes, the Atlantic Ocean and monster trout. Often we were days of man-power travel away from civilization. It was a major challenge and an unforgettable blessing. Newfoundland is the island portion of the province “Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada”. It has a population of just over 500,000 people in a very large land area of 108,860 square kilometers. More than 50%…
Canadian Geographic Expedition Articles
Here’s the link to three articles I wrote for Canadian Geographic in 2018 regarding mine and Saku’s 1000km expedition across Labrador and into Northern Quebec. I hope you enjoy reading them. https://www.canadiangeographic.ca/author/justin-barbour
Video Trailer: Man & Dog Through the Newfoundland Wilderness
https://youtu.be/DWeBu22OHSE In the Spring of 2017 I embarked on a 700km snowshoe, Alpacka raft and backpacking expedition across the harsh yet magical Newfoundland interior wilderness. I was solo as a human but far from alone. By my side from start to finish was my loyal Cape Shore Water Dog, Saku. We went through thick and thin together in order to travel across some of the least explored wilderness regions of our province. We encountered frequent wildlife while battling desolate barrens, thick bush, mountain ranges, storms, sub-zero temperatures, raging whitewater, massive lakes, the Atlantic Ocean and monster trout. Often we were days of man-power travel away from civilization. It was a major challenge and an unforgettable blessing. Newfoundland is the island portion of the province “Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada”. It has a population of just over 500,000 people in a very large land area of 108,860 square kilometers. More than 50%…
VIDEO: WINTER CAMPING IN A SNOW STORM
https://youtu.be/GAzl6IlHf5o In Newfoundland, Canada I head out in a snowstorm for a winter camp. I construct a shelter, battle the elements, enjoy good meals, drinks and spend quality time with my Cape Shore Water dog Saku, and Malamute Husky, Bear. I also talk about some skills and kit I use to make winter camping more successful. Come and join us for the ride… PS. Big series coming to the channel in January! It will be about 6-10 parts documenting mine and Saku’s 700km expedition through the remote, rugged and dangerous Newfoundland wilderness. Filmed in 2017. Please stay tuned, it’s gonna be a doozy! Can’t wait to show you all. Have a happy New Year. Make sure to like, comment, share and subscribe if you enjoyed this video. Thanks. **Follow me on my other platforms** Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NLExplorer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlexplorer88/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NLExplorer88?lang=en My email for questions and interested sponsors: justinbarbournl@gmail.com —Big pack…