Into the Unknown: The Desert Drifter's Final Voyage (Part 1)

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Hi everyone,

This video is the first of two videos to be released containing the remaining footage we have from Andrew, the Desert Drifter. As many of you know, on January 30-31, 2025, Andrew took his last adventure into the desert to explore and film. As he was returning on the night of January 31, 2025, he was struck from behind by a drunk driver while sitting at a red light four minutes from his home. He suffered a very serious brain injury and ultimately passed on March 4, 2025.

After the car accident, Andrew's best friend and dad climbed into the wreckage of his car to retrieve his cameras. While they were banged up, we were all surprised that they functioned enough to allow us to download the footage.

It has taken a lot of courage from myself, our family, and our friends to watch and rewatch this content to get it edited and ready to post. It feels special to get to share this final content from Andrew with you all, and I want to thank everyone who stepped up to help us do our best to produce an Andrew-worthy video without his voice over narration and personal editing style.

Please keep an eye out in the coming weeks for part two. As throughout every step of this journey, we have appreciated your grace, patience, and support. This community continues to astound me.

With love,
Evelyn

// Camera Gear Andrew Used:
Sony a6700: https://amzn.to/49gsBb8
Camera Lens: https://amzn.to/3xf5wIl
Insta 360 X3: https://amzn.to/3U6PXvP
DJI Mini 4 Pro Drone: https://amzn.to/3uaDo80
Camera Clip: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/R6s...
DJI Microphone: https://amzn.to/429gHOa

// Backpacks Andrew Used:
Osprey Atmos: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/JVs...
Osprey Exos 58: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/Lyr...
Osprey Kestral 38: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/vV7...
Osprey DayLite: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/5mF...

// Clothing and Footwear:
Protective Sun Hoody: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/YEA...
Sun Hoody Option 2: https://rei.rockporch.com/prdlink/Epd...
La Sportiva TX4: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/Wx4...
Altra Lone Peak: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/o8I...
Puffy Jacket: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/foF...

// Backcountry Kitchen:
Stove: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/gD3...
Pots and Pans: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/nuo...
Water Filter: https://rei.rockporch.com/prdlink/RZ1...
Knife: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/JZy...
Best Utensil I’ve Found: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/U7n...

// Miscellaneous:
Satellite Safety Device: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/4pG...
Sleeping Pad: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/OXf...
Camp Chair: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/MaN...
Headlamp: https://rei.rockporch.com/prdlink/MKf...
Sunglasses: https://amzn.to/4cFzoxK
Portable Charger: https://app.rockporch.com/prdlink/Zl7...

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