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Matt.Cook.Oregon
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Добавлен 2 дек 2009
I make educational outdoor exploration videos in Oregon. Adventures, geology, hiking, history, wildlife, gold mines, camping, photography, backpacking, snow shoeing, snowboarding, mountain climbing, and anything else that is interesting in our natural world.
Sunrise Birding at Hosmer Lake
In this video I go on a quiet adventure to a bird sanctuary. Hosmer lake is a great experience with a path through vegetation while being surrounded in birds.
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Hart Mountain: Sunstones, Wildlife and Petroglyphs
Просмотров 9 тыс.Месяц назад
Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge is home to many species including the American Pronghorn. We enjoy an adventure through seeing what this place has to offer. There are many things to do and see here, including Wildlife viewing, camping, hot spring, mountains, petroglyphs, etc. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot(at)g...
The Rare Fender’s Blue Butterfly at Basket Slough Wildlife Refuge Oregon
Просмотров 6292 месяца назад
This video follows Fenders Blue Butterfly which is a threatened species in the Willamette Valley. I visited Basket Slough Wildlife Refuge where they are known to be. Kinkaid's Lupine is the plant to look for as the butterfly will be near it at all times. Photographing a butterfly is very difficult, video even worse, but I got enough to show them on here. It is a fun adventure to seek out someth...
Save TV Butte: Oakridge vs Old Hazeldell LLC
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.4 месяца назад
TV Butte in Oakridge is being fought over. Old Hazeldell LLC (same owner as King Estate Winery) is trying to build a quarry there. The butte is right on the edge of town and the residents are trying their best to stop it. #saveTVButte Website for Save TV Butte: www.oakridgestrong.org/ Gofundme to help Save TV Butte: www.gofundme.com/f/4d5u7-save-tv-butte Instagram: MattCookOregon ...
Roosevelt Elk Viewing at Dean Creek
Просмотров 8375 месяцев назад
In this video we check out a herd of Roosevelt Elk. These are the type of Elk found on the west coast of the PNW. I chose Dean Creek because it is very accessible to all and you can always find elk there. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com (Do not ask me to do gear reviews) Support quality free and educational m...
The Amazing 1 Year Old Oregon Snowboarder
Просмотров 7546 месяцев назад
The Amazing 1 Year Old Oregon Snowboarder. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com (Do not ask me to do gear reviews) Support quality free and educational media from the outdoors of Oregon. www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=C9YG7JBDUUG94
Low Snowpack in the Oregon Cascades, Winter 2023/2024
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.7 месяцев назад
This video shows some of the poor snow year we have been having so far. Hopefully it turns around as there is a lot of winter left. The effects of a low snow pack are not great. Locations visited are Mount Thielsen, Black Butte, Hoodoo, Willamette Pass. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com (Do not ask me to do gea...
Oregon Holiday Family Adventures
Просмотров 6818 месяцев назад
This is the Cook Family Christmas Special. In this video we go on a couple adventures to Willamette Valley, Cascade Range, and Blue Mountains. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com (Do not ask me to do gear reviews) Support quality free and educational media from the outdoors of Oregon. www.paypal.com/donate?hosted...
Death and Erosion at Cape Kiwanda
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.Год назад
Cape Kiwanda is the state natural area right at Pacific City Beach. This sandstone headland has seen many deaths. Fences and warning signs everywhere attempt to stop people, but those are often ignored. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com (Do not ask me to do gear reviews) Support quality free and educational med...
Crack in the Ground and the Four Craters Lava Field
Просмотров 10 тыс.Год назад
This video explores Crack in the Ground. I noticed most Crack in the Ground videos only go to the crack and nothing else. So this one I decided to include Green Mountain and the Four Craters which are of interest and related to the crack. Lots of volcanic history and fun things to look at in this area. Crack in the Ground is a volcanic fissure, created by shifting ground underneath. It is a ver...
Thomas Creek Bridge: An Impressive Structure
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.Год назад
In this video we explore the tallest bridge in Oregon, Thomas Creek Bridge. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com (Do not ask me to do gear reviews) Support quality free and educational media from the outdoors of Oregon. www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=C9YG7JBDUUG94
The Right Way to Visit Natural Bridges
Просмотров 7 тыс.Год назад
Natural Bridges is a popular viewpoint on the Oregon Coast. It is part of the Samuel Boardman Scenic Corridor. The bridges are products of coastal erosion and make for great photography. There is also a lot of danger to this spot. Many people have fallen while trying to get a better view on the cliffside trails. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Busin...
Big Hole: Oregon Volcano Hidden in Plain Sight
Просмотров 9 тыс.Год назад
This video is all about Big Hole in Oregon. It is a volcanic formation near Fort Rock and Hole in the Ground. It can be hard to see up close so it is not nearly as popular as nearby volcanoes. I think its worth visiting for both the geologic history and relaxing remote nature. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com ...
Vewing the King Tide at Shore Acres State Park
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.Год назад
In this video we check out the king tide at Shore Acres State Park. King tide brings in our highest tides of the year. This is of interest because our ocean is rising and these big tides will be normal one day. Lighthouses documentary mentioned: ruclips.net/video/DO2JNU6L_M4/видео.html Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@g...
Willamette Pass: A Snowboard run to the Backside and Through the Trees
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.Год назад
Here is a run at Willamette Pass from the lodge to the backside. I left the trail for some tree riding towards the end. Instagram: MattCookOregon Facebook: MattCookOregon Business email: oregonsbigfoot@gmail.com (Do not ask me to do gear reviews) Support quality free and educational media from the outdoors of Oregon. www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=C9YG7JBDUUG94
A dog's Perspective of Fort Rock (Ambient)
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.Год назад
A dog's Perspective of Fort Rock (Ambient)
Exploring the Cedar Creek Fire Aftermath
Просмотров 4,5 тыс.Год назад
Exploring the Cedar Creek Fire Aftermath
The Pacific Golden Chanterelle: How to Collect Edible Mushrooms in Oregon
Просмотров 7 тыс.Год назад
The Pacific Golden Chanterelle: How to Collect Edible Mushrooms in Oregon
An Adventure up Diamond Peak To See the Cedar Creek Fire
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.Год назад
An Adventure up Diamond Peak To See the Cedar Creek Fire
Mount Hood: Reaching The Summit of Oregon’s Tallest Peak
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
Mount Hood: Reaching The Summit of Oregon’s Tallest Peak
Climbing Mount Thielsen: The Lightning Rod of the Cascades
Просмотров 16 тыс.2 года назад
Climbing Mount Thielsen: The Lightning Rod of the Cascades
Capturing the Light Beams of Skylight Cave
Просмотров 4 тыс.2 года назад
Capturing the Light Beams of Skylight Cave
Mount Washington: Climbing One of Oregon's Most Technical Peaks
Просмотров 9 тыс.2 года назад
Mount Washington: Climbing One of Oregon's Most Technical Peaks
Marys Peak: An Adventure Through the Seasons, Oregon
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
Marys Peak: An Adventure Through the Seasons, Oregon
Photographing the Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls State Park
Просмотров 6 тыс.2 года назад
Photographing the Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls State Park
Lyrids Meteor Shower at Prineville Reservoir International Dark Sky Park
Просмотров 2,4 тыс.2 года назад
Lyrids Meteor Shower at Prineville Reservoir International Dark Sky Park
Hole in the Ground: Breathtaking Crater in Oregon’s High Desert
Просмотров 224 тыс.2 года назад
Hole in the Ground: Breathtaking Crater in Oregon’s High Desert
Proxy Falls: A Popular Destination Hidden by Snow
Просмотров 4,5 тыс.2 года назад
Proxy Falls: A Popular Destination Hidden by Snow
A family Outing at Sweet Creek Falls, Oregon
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.2 года назад
A family Outing at Sweet Creek Falls, Oregon
nice place
I've done it 4 times when I was younger
Don’t forget the devils punch bowl in Mississippi
@@vincentblake2856 never heard of it. Any good?
if you look on google earth direct west of highway 31, the road system actually wraps basically perfectly around it, but it looks like a once massive meteor hole, pretty fascinating, this area of Oregon probably got slammed at one point
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@@EnakEcho Saya senang Anda menikmatinya. Semoga berkesempatan berkunjung. Semoga harimu menyenangkan!
Neat! Do you know if there is any evidence that indigenous peoples ever used this cave?
Just came across a list of places my late father in law visited and commented on. He really liked this cave. Thank you for showing it. I have not yet visited it, but It reminds me a little bit of Skylight Cave, which I have been to. Seems in this part of Oregon if one is not careful they could almost step right into a hole and fall into a cave! If you are still answering comments on this video I would like to ask why is it an ice cave when it appears as volcanic rock. Is part of it frozen in summer time? Is it better to visit in one time of year over another? Thank you. I would like to visit the places my father in law has written down that I have not been to.
@@doloresniebergall7856 Sounds like this guy knew the good spots. I may have videos on more from his list. This cave is only icy in winter, completely dry by June. It is pretty close to the road but can be hard to find. Best time of year depends on if you like snow or not, easiest in summer.
@@MattCookOregon Thank you. He grew up in Bend. I think I will visit in summer or autumn so I can easily find, and then return in winter to appreciate the difference. Likely you have been to most of the places on his list as they are common and in most guides. This was the only one I had not heard of. A couple others are also near the higway, I just haven't stopped at them yet. Thanks so much for your reply.
Theres magic men with tridents swimming in castle lake. They gave me super powers to not need go breathe air and an invite to tea.
Cool story but outside of Oregon is lava!
Fascinating cave, but spooky! Thanks for the story, Matt Cook.
Thank you for the beautiful video of an area I did not know about. So dramatic and those night skies!!!!
Will you ever do Jefferson
@@tyronesmith3812 Hopefully. Didn't workout so far.
Side note of oddness 😅 I have that same pair of hiking boots 🙃 Too funny.😁
The Danners?! I had them too long so they are worn down and now my junky work boots. They were solid for awhile. A bit on the heavy side but I liked that for big support when carrying a heavy backpack.
@@MattCookOregon the brown and black ones are dancers? Looks like my bear claw hiking boots.
Hey Matt, are you related to a Darrel Cook? He passed a number of years ago. He was my grandpa. Was wondering if we are related. 😊 Random I know. 🤷♂️👋
@@2HighNoon Not that I know of. Rip Darrel.
@@MattCookOregon thank you ❤️ Do you know any of the cook family around Bend? Most of them are related to me. 😊🤷♂️ Anyways it’s always nice to meet another forager. Not a lot of us left after Covid. Happy hunting and stay safe. ✌️
A Cook! My Cook family was in bend about 30 years ago but all moved away since. Its uh, different there now, but the nature is still nice!
@@MattCookOregon agreed 👍 I bet we are related 😅
@@2HighNoon So you owe my kids birthday presents for the last 4 years.
I got chased off Broken Top twenty years ago today by lightning. I got hit just down from the top rope section. Wild to see footage of the area up close.
Found you through a much older video. Really like how your videos have improved!
VERY well done & beyond words enjoyable. Thank you for making this video for us.
Thanks so much! This is still my favorite video even though I could make it look a lot better today. It was so nice to visit as much as I felt necessary and take my time with it.
Thank you for taking us to this remote and beautiful watery place. The falls are lovely and all the round holes are really neat. Glad it is so difficult to get to!
Thank you. This is a special spot with how remote it is. I like that we have some places like this without a trail.
Thanks for the lovely light and peace of early morning on this beautiful lake! I really enjoyed the excellent bird shots and i.d.s
Whew, the catwalk had me holding my breath. Magnificent view though. The gear you used to climb/descend was interesting and glad you explained the purpose. Thanks for showing us a beautiful part of Oregon. Your state has some much to see and do.
THANKS! I always appreciate outstanding work.
Thank you. 6 years old wow! I almost want to redo it.
Beautiful. It's the best time of day!
Agreed.
RIP Todd A. 7/24/20 Three Fingered Jack.
RIP Todd.
Ships passing close to Yaquina Head have reported their compasses going awry. While eerie, there is a simple explanation for this. The outcropping on which the lighthouse sits contains a vein of magnetized iron, and if a ship passes too close, a traditional compass will not give an accurate reading.
@@shlby69m I remember reading that. Forgot if its included in the video.
What the heck?! Fire making supplies?! I'm on the fire rescue department here in the McKenzie river valley. We do many rescues as you say. But DON'T YOU DARE BRING FIRE MAKING SHIT HERE IN THE SUMMER!!! And that's the only time y'all really come out here. Our forests catch fire every year now, and the last thing we need is goofy people starting fires.. We have enough to do here, please just exercise common sense. Thank you and please don't bring extra work to us. We're volunteers and carrying people out sucks.
@@TheVinsontafoya The ten essentials is common knowledge for outdoor people. You should probably learn this stuff if you are out there rescuing people.
@@MattCookOregon oh I get you bud. Look at the fires people have started in the flippin trees . Yeah, you're right about being prepared. But way to overblow the whole thing. Nobody gets stuck out overnight there. Nobody needs a days worth of rations. It's a short easy hike. You are obviously someone I wouldn't vibe with. So I'll step away and let your snide little comment go..
@@TheVinsontafoya Rude language, ridiculing people for being overprepared, this is not a good look for Mckenzie Fire.
@@MattCookOregon bless your heart 😘
Thank you for calming it down.
So glad to watch this video! Love the content but also your narration - the tone and pace and music are so calming just like nature itself
Thanks so much. I get the peaceful experience visiting so try to bring that to the video. Lots more videos like this here if interested. Tell your friends!
@@MattCookOregon love this <3 !
Thank you for sharing such a clear video of exactly what Thor's well in action looks like.
Thank you! Wow this is 6 year old, I could do way better today. Might be worth it cause this place is very popular.
You’ve done excellent work making this video. I’m sure the people of Oak Ridge and the rest of us Oregonians appreciate it. 🇺🇸
Thank you very much. Hopefully it helps raise awareness at least. I have another similar project for the Bend Redmond area.
Another awesome video Matt, I gave it that 121 like :)
Thanks a bunch!
looks more like a meteor strike
Nah its an ancient mayan satellite.
Its not a ghost town, I have a place up there, its on your video.
@@wewaits45 Thank you for your comment. I hope you enjoyed the video. Compared to what it once was, it is a ghost town.
Good shots just love the close ups!!❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you. I am enjoying this 500mm lens thats for sure.
@@MattCookOregon Good stuff!!!
I saw a colt in front of herd @7:18
Huh good eye. I need to go back with my new 500mm lens now.
Oh wait that big 300k acre fire might be smoking Steens mountain out.
This is one of the most beautiful lakes to kayak on. So much variety to see and the fish are huge!
Agreed. I haven't been to it in awhile, guess it gets pretty crowded later in the day.
A 7 min walk into the dark part is over 1/4 mile into the unknown. Impressive!
It was actually spooky! I guess a predator could go in there? I couldn't imagine a reason for them to go so deep into it.
Your filming/editing and narration keeps getting better. I'm so not a birder but I had to watch the whole thing, the shots were so good.
Thank you. The whole video process is so fun to me. I just wish there was more time for it. I guess I am becoming a birder? It gives me such a fun objective out in the forest.
Thank you , Matt . 👍 I'm heading west in a few weeks . Blue Pool and a couple lakes in Washington State are on our list . Having been thrown into glacial melt during a trip in Tennessee. I'm not going into any water ! 👣😬😮 FYI - To anyone swimming in extremely cold water . BLUE LIPS, are a warning from your body . Get in direct sunlight ASAP and listen to your bodies warning signs . Enjoy the summer everyone !
Thank you. Thats great. Lots of ideas for you on this channel. Painted Hills and Silver Falls are a couple of my main recommendations.
Amazing bird footage and so beautiful 👍🏻❤️
Thank you so much. It was hard to get this footage but tried my best.
engagement
I wish more would engage on this one. I thought it was cool!
I'm following a channel! How neat
I upload randomly about 6 times a year hope you enjoy!
Is this what its like to discover youtubing as a youtuber?
I think discovering youtubing is very much like death yes.
holy crap this is a WAY better username
You do tend to look at the world with rose gold tinted glasses.
One of the teens that was like 16 or 17 that was partying and fell over the cliff was a friend to one of my friends but I didn’t personally know him.
Not a great place to party! RIP
Jesus I do dumb shit and I always hop the fences and go run around and check shit out but I’d never walk on sand I knew was cover a giant fucking hole that drops into the water however far below. Screw that haha
I too have done some dumb stuff. A lot less these days after having kids.
@@MattCookOregon makes sense!
Thanks for the content and from another person from Oregon whose slowly getting obsessed with oregons geological features and what not.
Welcome! Lots of geology shown on this channel. Check out the 'hole in the ground' and 'crack in the ground' videos those are good for that. Let me know what you think and hope you enjoy.
@@MattCookOregon I will thank you!
Awesome video! Love that area! Is there gas in Plush or is the closest in Lakeview?
Thank you. They say they have gas in Plush. I haven't used it. I tend to not count on small town gas as they can run out or not always be open.
Awesome footage! So beautiful!
Thank you very much!
7-20-2024 Wild Fire is ravaging this awesome area. No firefighters on it because it's not a priority. Such a shame, my heart goes out to the mine owners and all of us to lose the remaining buildings and historic remains.
Yeah that sucks! I would love to cover some wildfire stuff, but seems they don't want us near it so that's hard to get footage.