How to Get Monetized with a Hiking or Photography YouTube Channel

🎉 How I Got Monetized on YouTube | 1,000 Subs + 4,000 Watch Hours in a Niche Channel
After months of hiking, filming, and editing — I finally reached YouTube monetization! In this video, I break down exactly how I reached 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours with a photography and hiking channel focused on cinematic travel, analog gear, and outdoor adventures.

This is both a thank-you and a practical guide for creators starting out in a niche space. If you're building a channel around film photography, hiking, slow travel, or outdoor storytelling, this video is made for you.

📍 What you'll learn in this video:
✔️ How long it took to get monetized
✔️ What types of videos performed best
✔️ My exact content strategy (and what I’d change)
✔️ How I balanced creativity with growth
✔️ Advice for other creators in niche spaces

Whether you're just getting started or trying to stay consistent with a small but passionate audience, I hope this helps.

🙏 Thank you to everyone who subscribed, watched, and supported the channel — your support helped this happen. Let’s keep exploring, filming, and creating.

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