Lost Again with JimBackpacking can be the ultimate high. Seeing places very few other people get to, the physical challenge, and the reward of doing hard things. Backpacking can also be soul crushing and disappointing. Our trip to Piute Pass, a 11,417 feet (3,480 m) mountain pass along the crest of the Sierra Nevada mountains was all of the above.
We wanted to give Devin from @BackcountryExposure an amazing experience in place he’d never been, but things don’t always work out the way you plan.
Shut Down In The High SierrasLost Again with Jim2025-09-15 | Backpacking can be the ultimate high. Seeing places very few other people get to, the physical challenge, and the reward of doing hard things. Backpacking can also be soul crushing and disappointing. Our trip to Piute Pass, a 11,417 feet (3,480 m) mountain pass along the crest of the Sierra Nevada mountains was all of the above.
We wanted to give Devin from @BackcountryExposure an amazing experience in place he’d never been, but things don’t always work out the way you plan.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Scary Moment On Trail #backpacking #hiking #rattlesnakeLost Again with Jim2026-09-21 | Backpacking and hiking come with a unique set of dangers. Wildlife, terrain, weather, and more. What do you do when the danger isn’t immediately apparent?I Interviewed Tom From Alpenglow Gear!!!Lost Again with Jim2026-09-21 | The best part of backpacking is meeting new people. I recently had the opportunity to hike and chat with Alpenglow Gear founder Tom about his product line, a little history of brand, and what might be coming next.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimI Lost The Owner Of A Ultralight Gear CompanyLost Again with Jim2026-09-14 | Backpacking Trips don't always go as planned. On my third attempt to reach to Hyatt Lake in the Emigrant Wilderness I'm joined by my trusty trail dog Ranger, and the owner of a popular ultralight backpacking gear company, who I managed to lose in the backcountry.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimAre Navigation Apps Making Us Soft?Lost Again with Jim2026-09-09 | Backcountry navigation is an important skill, and could be a matter of life and death. Are we too reliant on digital navigation apps? Are they enough to keep us safe on our backpacking adventures? Or do we need to know how to read paper map and use compass? Follow along as I discuss this potentially continuous subject.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimUltra Light or Multi Purpose? What Would You Choose?Lost Again with Jim2026-09-02 | Sleeping pad inflators are becoming very popular ultralight backpacking gadgets. Adding convenience to our backcountry adventures while cutting a little weight from our packs. In this video I compare two sleeping pad inflator options that are giving Flextail a run for their money! Both from Outzac Gear: the one ounce Pico Pump, and the soon to be released Beam Pump which includes an LED lantern. Which would you choose?
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimI Tried To Get Photos Of A Meteor ShowerLost Again with Jim2026-08-26 | Backpacking adventures can have many goals, this one had only one: get photos and video of the Perseids Meteor shower. I packed up my gear and hit the trail near Grouse Ridge California. Follow along as I navigate this rugged landscape in search of dark skies.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimWhy Am I Still Doing This? | Reflecting On Eight Years Of YouTubeLost Again with Jim2026-08-19 | Hiking, camping, and the outdoors have been a part of my life since before I could walk. I started sharing my backpacking adventures here on YouTube eight years ago. What do I have to show for it? Why am I still sharing those videos here? Hang out with me for ten minutes while I ponder those questions.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimIs Backpacking With Your Dog Safer?Lost Again with Jim2026-08-15 | Backpacking with your dog can be a rewarding experience. But it’s also a lot of work. Is it fair to ask your dog to because your guardian in the backcountry?Is Backpacking With Your Dog Safer?Lost Again with Jim2026-08-12 | Is backpacking with your dog safer? Or are they dependent on us to keep them safe on our backcountry adventures? Is the answer somewhere in between? Join me as I hike along and think aloud on this contentious subject.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimHow I Made The Best Of A Bad Decision | Backpacking The Emigrant WildernessLost Again with Jim2026-08-07 | Successful backpacking often comes down to choices we make. Good decisions can lead to good outcomes, bad decisions can derail a trip. But, very often we can salvage an adventure by stopping, recognizing we've made some bad choices, and correcting them as best we can.
On a recent backpacking trip to the Emigrant Wilderness, I made some bad choices that lead to a minor injury. I was able to reevaluate, change course, and still have a successful trip. No matter how experienced you are in backcountry travel there is always more to learn.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimOutzac Ultra Power Bank | Built For The OutdoorsLost Again with Jim2026-08-05 | Backpacking and electronics have become almost inseparable these days. And all those gadgets we carry need to stay charged to be useful. I spent some time with Outzac's new 10,000mAh Core Power Bank and share my thoughts on this new entry to an already crowded market.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimNevada Is More Than DesertLost Again with Jim2026-07-23 | Nevada is more than desert and casinos. The Table Mountain Wilderness is an overlooked backcountry treasure. #backpacking #hiking #nevadaHiking In Almost Total Solitude | Table Mountain Wilderness NevadaLost Again with Jim2026-07-22 | Nevada isn’t often thought of as a backpacking destination. Over 60% of the state is public lands. But the remoteness, and lack of water make for difficult travel. For those willing to drive a little further to a trailhead, and carry some extra water weight, some amazing views and epic adventures await.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimWhats In Our Backpacks? | Full Gear Load Out With My DogLost Again with Jim2026-07-15 | Backpacking gear is personal and different for every backpacker. What I carry on solo trips is different from I carry in group settings, and from what I carry when I bring my dog along. In this video I break down everything me and Ranger will carry for a one night, two day backpacking trip.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimAsk Me Anything (I May Regret This)Lost Again with Jim2026-07-09 | Have a backpacking question? Or any question? I may just have your answer! In this video I answer three questions from viewers, and one from probably not a regular viewer....
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimMy First Time In The Uinta MountainsLost Again with Jim2026-07-02 | Backpacking in the Uinta Mountains of Utah has long been on my to do list. I was finally able to make it happen with my dog Ranger, and our good friend Devin in tow. Follow along as we navigate this absolutely beautiful environment.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimIt’s Never Easy Saying Goodbye (To A Good Piece Of Gear)Lost Again with Jim2026-06-25 | We all have one piece of backpacking gear we hope lives forever. Sadly, they rarely do, and eventually we have to replace them. In todays video, I sat goodbye to a special piece of gear, and hello to it's replacement.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimThis Campsite Has Been On My Mind For A YEAR | Toiyabe Crest Trail Section HikeLost Again with Jim2026-06-17 | On my thru hike of the Toiyabe Crest Trail last year, I hiked past an absolutely beautiful campsite. It was too early in the day to stop, so I carried on. But the site has been on my mind a lot lately, so I planned an overnight trip to try to find it! Follow along and see if I'm able to find this magical spot under the stars!
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimThe Truth About Backpacking Gear ReviewsLost Again with Jim2026-06-12 | The allure of free backpacking gear can be hard to ignore. But as creators we have to ask ourselves what the true cost of that 'free' gear really is. In this video I start the conversation about the real costs of free gear, working with predatory companies, prioritizing cottage brands, and protecting the integrity of our channels.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimPico Pump by Outzac | My Experience In The FieldLost Again with Jim2026-06-04 | Backpacking gadgets are all the rage these days. In this video I review the PICO PUMP by OUTZAC and let you know if I think it's worth it's weight in your pack.
Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/lostagainwithjim Instagram: @lostagainwithjimThis Hike Was A Little Too Much For Us | Table Mountain Wilderness, NevadaLost Again with Jim2026-05-31 | Backpacking in Nevada can be a very different type of challenge. Backcountry areas, and trails here are not often maintained, they are usually very remote and hard to get to. Water is always a major concern. Seasonal streams and springs dry up, water will vanish underground, and reappear along the same creek bed. Missing an opportunity to refill, could mean disaster. There isn't a lot of available information for most of these areas, and trip planning has to happen with paper maps, and satellite imagery. There are no FarOut guides, and very view first hand accounts for these rugged routes. Exploring these areas is always an adventure. Changing plans on the fly, being able to read your map and make decisions as you go, and knowing when to say "enough is enough" are crucial skills.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Introvert On A Group Hike | Henry W. Coe State ParkLost Again with Jim2026-05-14 | What happens when an introvert goes backpacking with a large group of strangers? That was the question I wanted to answer when I decided to go on a guided backpacking trip in Northern California's Henry W. Coe State Park. We were granted guided access to a rarely visited area of Northern California's second largest state park. I was way outside my comfort zone, hiking with a twenty other backpackers, mostly strangers.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Backpacking in Death Valley? #backpacking #hikingLost Again with Jim2026-05-10 | Backpacking in Death Valley National Park was never on my radar until I stumbled across a trip report for the Cottonwood Marble Canyon Loop. My interest was piqued, so I planned a trip! And I’m so glad I did. Definitely a route I’ll visit again.
epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/ed2355be-cfe3-4056-b431-d04981cab052Backpacking Alone In Death Valley | Cottonwood Marble Canyons LoopLost Again with Jim2026-05-06 | I'd never considered Death Valley a backpacking destination. Then I stumbled across a trip report for the Cottonwood Marble Canyons Loop from The Clever Hiker detailing a 26 mile loop that sounded too good to pass up. Join me as I trek across the desert, through narrow canyons, and navigate some pretty intense obstacles.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Acceptable Suffering. #backpacking #hiking #adventure #shortsLost Again with Jim2026-04-18 | Suffering while backpacking is part of the deal. It’s up to you to decide when enough is enough. Remember to have fun out there.
epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/0688e7f3-2b0d-4595-9e61-bb6dacd26ad3Is Your Backpacking Trip Over Before It Begins?Lost Again with Jim2026-04-16 | Backpacking and outdoor adventuring come with inherent risks. Knowing when to say "enough is enough" is a valuable skill. Learning to quiet our egos and understand our limits is a critical skill to learn.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Ultralite Sacks Recyclops 35L Frameless Pack | 100 Mile ReviewLost Again with Jim2026-04-08 | It's long over due to review on of my favorite pieces of backpacking gear and answer the question, how has the Recyclops 35L frameless backpack from Ultralite Sacks held up after over one hundred miles on trail.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.I’m Still Going #backpacking #hiking #solohiker #shortsLost Again with Jim2026-04-05 | See the full video @LostAgainwithJim
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.What I Got Wrong About BackpackingLost Again with Jim2026-03-26 | What does backpacking mean? Are there strict rules? Or is it a more personal and individual definition? In this video I talk about about how a recent trip to the backcountry of Nevada changed my perspective, and how I'll approach my time in the mountains and other backcountry spaces moving forward.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.This Place Spoke To MeLost Again with Jim2026-03-20 | Backpacking through the Wovoka Wilderness in Western Nevada #backpacking #hiking #nevada #backcountry #shorts
epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/35b7da47-b71d-4760-b987-9a3168022c3dDeep In Nevadas Backcountry | Wovoka WildernessLost Again with Jim2026-03-19 | Nevada's Wovoka Wilderness spoke to me when I saw the remote and rugged backcountry landscape on a map while planning another backpacking adventure. I knew I had to grab my backpack, and hit the trail.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.What Makes A Real Backpacking Trip?Lost Again with Jim2026-03-16 | What qualifies as a “real” backpacking trip? Does it need to be single track, manicured trail? Is there a distance or elevation gain that makes it more “real”? Or is it simply strapping a pack to your back and taking a walk in the great outdoors?East Walker River, Nevada #shortsLost Again with Jim2026-03-07 | Take a walk along the East Walker River in Nevada with me and my dog Ranger. Full video available on my channel!
epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/3082dffe-8851-4494-8f61-9840f5f9873cIm NOT Lost (Just Easily Distracted)Lost Again with Jim2026-03-05 | This weeks backpacking adventure sees me and my pup Ranger hiking into the high desert backcountry of Nevada in search of a hot spring. We take some wrong turns, and make some less than ideal route finding decisions, but still manage to have a good time camping under stars.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Whats Next For Me And My Channel?Lost Again with Jim2026-02-19 | I wanted to jump on today and give y'all a little update about the future of the channel, upcoming backpacking plans, new gear, and just sort of check in and touch base.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Finally Made This Snowy Hike HappenLost Again with Jim2026-02-07 | After multiple delays due to weather or dangerous avalanche conditions, I finally got out to test some new winter backpacking gear. follow along as we backpack through snow covered terrain and spend a chilly night at elevation.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Winter Gear Changes That Make A DifferenceLost Again with Jim2026-01-08 | In this video, I go over the winter backpacking gear I had prepared for an overnight snowshoeing trip, which was unfortunately canceled due to a dangerous snowstorm. While I don't mind hiking in bad weather, safety always comes first. I show you all the hiking gear I packed for what would have been an epic winter camping experience.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Always Learning The Hard WayLost Again with Jim2025-12-26 | Backpacking can be full of ups a downs. It can be easy to give in to the negative thoughts and feelings and convince yourself you're having a bad time. In this video I talk about some of the lesson I've learned in y 2025 backpacking season. The trail can be an amazing teacher, if we're willing to listen.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.When Your Hiking Plan Goes Sideways (More Than Once)Lost Again with Jim2025-12-18 | Backpacking and hiking require a lot of preparation and planning, but sometimes our best laid plans fall apart. There are numerous factors beyond our control that can cause us to cancel plans. But is canceling the only option? In this video I discuss the art of pivot and the value of back up plans.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Did I Pick the Right Gear?Lost Again with Jim2025-12-11 | In this follow up video I discuss how the backpacking gear I picked for two back to back adventures worked out me in two very different environments.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Five Tips For New BackpackersLost Again with Jim2025-12-04 | Starting out as a new backpacker can be a daunting task. There’s a steep learning curve in backpacking gear, styles, and essential gear. In this video I offer five tips for beginner backpackers that will hopefully make those first few outdoor adventures a little easier.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Exploring Utahs Hidden BackcountryLost Again with Jim2025-11-26 | You can see the first part of my adventure week here: Great Basin National Park. youtu.be/RqH5N3A6mp4?si=zoPdGJWJyPk2BSTO
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.A Cold Night In Great Basin National ParkLost Again with Jim2025-11-20 | On my way to a backpacking trip in Utah I decided to stop for the night in Great Basin National Park and revisit a backpacking trip I’d done six years ago. The plan was to see if the gear I’d packed for three days Utah would keep me warm and comfortable at elevation in the park. There’s was more snow that I expected, and I worried I’d bitten off more than I could chew.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Has The Water Bottle Craze Gone Too Far?Lost Again with Jim2025-11-13 | It’s the year of the water bottle! New ultra light water bottles geared toward backpackers and hikers are hitting the market at record speeds. In this video I compare three of the most popular bottles, the Migo from Mazama, the Thru from CNOC, and the Nobo from Igneous. We’ll discuss the similarities and differences, the benefits and drawbacks, and ask the big question, do we really need these?
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Will This Gear Keep Me Comfortable In Two Different Environments?Lost Again with Jim2025-11-06 | I have two backpacking trips coming, back to back, in two very different environments. I thought it might be fun to pack one set of gear that would cover both trips. In This video I break down what backpacking gear I'm carrying to keep me safe and comfortable on two vastly different trips.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.You Said THIS Piece Of Gear Was Good?!Lost Again with Jim2025-10-30 | I bought a critical piece of backpacking gear based on a viewers recommendation, and immediately took out to the field to test. How’d it work out for me? You’ll have to watch the video to find out!
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Cold Weather Backpacking Doesn’t Have To SuckLost Again with Jim2025-10-23 | Late season hiking and backpacking can be fun and rewarding. As long as yore prepared for the weather, and changing conditions. In this video I discuss the pros and cons of late season backpacking, and offer some tips and tips to help you have the best experience in as weather and season changes.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.My Favorite (And Not So Favorite) Backpacking Gear Of 2025Lost Again with Jim2025-10-15 | Backpacking gear videos are not my favorite thing to make. But y’all seem to love them! So here are some of my favorite (and not so favorite) pieces of backpacking gear I hit the trail with in 2025.
#backpacking #hiking #outdoors Backpacking trip videos, outdoor adventuring, hiking trails, scenic views.Rethinking My Impact In The BackcountryLost Again with Jim2025-10-08 | Any time we head out into the backcountry, we have an impact. Some choices we make have a larger impact, some much, much smaller. This video started out as pretty standard trip video. I had a story in mind I wanter to share, and some miles to cover! But as we hiked along the trail, a different story presented it self, and my plans for this video changed as I started to question what my personal impact on these wild spaces might be.