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[@Fellmandave1]

Ahhh Scotland. The land of the free. Fantastic how you can just paddle and pitch like that. Brilliant wee trip Andrew.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Cheers Dave, dig out that dinghy at the back of the garage and we can meet up for 'operation wallaby' :-)

[@Fellmandave1]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors yeah, me in a kids dinghy. Operation Wally more like. How about a snowy one in the early new year?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

That sounds like a plan.

[@user-oe3wp]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors hi Andrew could you please tell which wetsuit are you wearing

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

It's a Palm Aleutian expedition jacket combined with some cheap chinese brand sallopettes from eBay, works well as a combo tho. A

[@JMACCSArmiesOfMiddleEarth]

If its low and the brightest object in the sky its Venus :)

[@paulquigley2517]

Really enjoyed this! I have had a k2. And camped on inchmoan years ago, have visited wallaby island a few times too. But never solo camped, it looks so relaxing. One day!!

[@graemesaunderson4218]

That was a very pleasant little journey you took us on there.I also have the explorer 2 kayak ,and you are giving me ideas.Cheers for the idea. ATB

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Cheers for watching Graeme, hope you get some adventures in it. A

[@123marlo]

It’s great when there’s no midges about you can just enjoy your time on the Loch it’s a place where I spent many many years ago fishing and camping and just enjoying life like your doing so stay safe 🙏👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Cheers Marshall, still a few midges around but jungle formula sorted that out. Thanks for watching. A

[@graemegrant6669]

Brilliant video, just good escapism watching you out there having a good time. I’ve just moved out to falkirk from Edinburgh we have the canal to the back of us so hoping to get a canoe and give it a shot. Just spent the week travelling up through the highlands and over to Skye, forget how gorgeous the country is but definitely inspired to get out there more.

[@unthought_known]

That's so beautiful ! so calming

[@GadgetMart]

Looked at them all and I think that’s the best 2 man (non expedition) back packing tent.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Yes I really rate it, great combo of features and weight makes it useful for most trips. A

[@GadgetMart]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors The colours fantastic, blends in so well you would hardly notice it’s there.

[@GadgetMart]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors Just bought one Andrew. They are currently on offer on Amazon

[@stevec-b6214]

great stuff Andrew, just a simple, chilled trip. Just my cup o`tea.

[@promiscuous5761]

Thank you.

[@joemulgrew]

Left from here to go to Wallaby island on many an occasion. Only problem is finding parking.

[@Kayakmiami]

really nice paddle and Camp., beautiful view

[@tman5634]

Very enjoyable watch on a very cold 9am December day. Recently purchased a kayak & would love to do Loch Lomond & a few over night camps. Stunning area, thanks so much for sharing.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Thanks , 🙏 funnily enough we're just heading out today for a kayak camp same area, video to follow !

[@jqoutdoors]

Enjoyed that I can't wait to purchase a canoe and get on some trips and the loch lomond islands are on the list

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

It's got some cracking easy to get to options, great either side of summer when the midges and the eejits disappear 🫠

[@jqoutdoors]

🤣

[@OUTDOORALLY]

Enjoyed that , nice relaxing night by the loch 👍🏕

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Love kayaking! I have 2 myself that I don't take out enough. Beautiful area you were paddling. Nice campsite right by the water. You just can't beat that. ~RVA~

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Lot easier on the body than a mountain camp for sure :-)

[@RVAHikerGirl]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors Yes, well that depends on how long you paddle for and if you paddling against the current. I've been on some yak trips where I could barely lift my arms the next day the paddle was so long and tough. (Not fun when that happens) But most of the time it's just a leisure yak for me, that's much more my speed. LOL!

[@davidcottam7431]

Enjoyed that. Only complaint was I wish it was longer.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Thanks David 😊

[@henryholmes4909]

Brilliant video mate, im doing my first kayak camp on inchtavannach myself next weekend! How long did it take you to paddle across ?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

It's only a short hop, maybe 15 mins.

[@henryholmes4909]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors lovely stuff, cheers mate!

[@BorderRambler]

Cracking adventure Andrew , it just looked picture perfect . Handy being able to put everything in the kayak and paddle in . TFS atb Dave

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Cheers Dave, ideal for de stressing, needed something easy after a week from hell and feeling a bit under weather, it's great bring able to ignore what weight you carry :-)

[@PaddleScotland]

Satarns normally the first planet you see at Loch Lomond

[@DBL8061]

Just found your channel great video and what I aspire to do! I’m 61 bought a similar kayak yesterday my Father in law a fit 82 year old also bought one. Both newbies to kayaking but I’ll maybe mention this to him as it looked awesome! Learned lots from your video many thanks 😊

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Thanks for watching, That's an ideal area for exploring and gaining experience as you can island hop easily. Happy adventures !

[@DBL8061]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors hi again. Can you recommend any other Lochs or similar that would be good for inflatable kayaks? Thanks in advance

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

@@DBL8061 Loch Ba at Rannoch Moor, Loch Trool, Loch Ard, Loch Katrine, Loch Drunkie, Venachar, Lubnaig, so many !

[@DBL8061]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors Thank you for your prompt and helpful reply have a great weekend 🌞

[@AndyWardle]

That looked mint mate 👌 my ideal idea of a camp there. Your mates missed out. Fair play to you for cracking on. Beautiful spot. Shame you never spotted Holly. 👍

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Ha Andy, Holly..good un. Now there's a thought , stuck on an island with actual Holly, I could cope with that. ;-)

[@AndyWardle]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors 😂

[@raymondlogister6828]

beautiful trip. stunning views.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Cheers Raymond, thanks for watching. A

[@ovrobinson7780]

Nice video pal. I'm thinking of doing a few nights at a loch next year. Wondering where someone would park their motor whilst camping? Is there car parks locally where you coyld leave it for a few days?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Yes, Luss has a big car park or there's a wee layby area at Aldochlay a mile south, You'd be fine at both. Atb A

[@Baked420.]

Just found ur channel, planning on doing this 1 in a couple months

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Fab island ! do it.

[@peesua]

I use a two-man inflatable myself for camping but I don't have scenery like that, unfortunately. I purchased a 4X3 metre UniGear tarp recently so that I can sleep in the boat itself instead of taking a tent. My Exped mat can fit inside my kayak with the side walls slightly deflated and it makes for. very comfy sleep indeed.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Thats a good idea, did think about using it as a shelter but you've got that much room and don't have to worry about weight so brought everything but the kitchen sink :-)

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

Looks Really Nice. Beautiful nature and a great video. Thanks a Lot. Love thekajak.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Thanks for taking the time to watch. A

[@reelfishingsibandshore.851]

Me and my 2 sons next year in the van

[@hapymushroom]

Have you ever paddled from the Loch to the Clyde ?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Down to balloch but not the river to be honest !

[@hamishmaxwell989]

Great wee video, where did you set off from

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Hi Hamish, Thanks. I left from the wee parking area at Aldochlay ( I think they call it ) . A

[@hamishmaxwell989]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors cool, I’ve got the same kayak and I’m hoping to get out on it soon

[@Russell46]

This looks like such a great spot Andrew. Would love to get out to one of the islands on Loch Lomond for a camp.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Well if you fancy it we can arrange it

[@Russell46]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors Absolutely! Would love that. Always wanted to get out there.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Message me and we can sort it out 😊

[@bimblingbackpacker7379]

Looks very peaceful. I have the very same kayak. Still yet to use it 👍🏻

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Great value performer Stephan, get out there on a calm day and enjoy! Cheers A

[@andyhillhouse9813]

I know exactly where you camped it's a jaw droppingly beautiful spot!

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Yep, it's lovely !

[@whenigotothemountains1203]

Good stuff Andrew. Was driving past yesterday and telling my kids about the wallabies although I’ve never seen them myself. Atb gordon

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Elusive this time..next time lucky :-(

[@martynjames5455]

Beer, nature, fresh air and a tent... #winning

[@Colinrussellscottishwildcamper]

Looked a good wee trip, been wanting to do a kayak camp on one of Loch lomond islands for a while👍🏕🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👌

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

One for the hot tent in winter Colin, that would be the biz. A

[@Colinrussellscottishwildcamper]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors Certainly would👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏕👌Hopefully plenty of snow this year🤞

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Nice Kayaking trip, thank you for sharing. You have a wonderful day. Take care. atb

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Thanks for watching. A

[@MrAnderson321]

Stumbled across this video, really enjoyed it and very well edited.👍 Do you ever do any fishing in those Loch’s and if so what fish are in there?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Thanks for watching. I haven't really fished it to be honest but it does have some huge pike and trout.

[@johnwick-tw9ru]

I've always parked at Balmaha and paddled across because I didn't know if there was parking available. I take it I'm very wrong? Great vid. Cheers.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Aldochlay parking is a bit of a gamble but it's a great access spot.

[@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568]

hi what gear do you use to film the video and the still shots? thnx

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Hi I just use my pixel 4a phone and a cheap mini tripod off Amazon :-) hope it helps and thanks for watching. A

[@daktarioskarvannederhosen2568]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors thnx. it looks great quality. i enjoyed it alot. nice little trip and beautiful scenery. (i think this video popped up for me because i have the same kind of boat).

[@vr_gamers8116]

Swap you a decent Kayak for that Tent Andrew ? Lol , but a lovely spot to chill out, 6 planets visible at this time of year , the blue ones are Uranus, appears around dusk, Neptune an hour before, Uranus is light blue Neptune is a darker blue.. Thanks for sharing ATB.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Cheers for that, methinks that was Uranus, thanks.A

[@jimsarranadventures3005]

Nice one Andrew. Wallibe next? Cheers

[@Grangeburn]

Can’t be certain, as I am no expert, but I think it is Venus, Andrew. It is known as the Evening Star. It appears as the sun begins to set towards the south-west.

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Cheers Michael

[@JCJ7754]

Nice little trip Andrew, I take the regulations for wild camping on the islands are more relaxed than the mainland?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

They are Julian , hence they get quite busy in the summer but much quieter now the permit season is over.

[@JCJ7754]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors on another note, what's your opinion of the Arrochar Alps for a quiet walking holiday?

[@ianmcaleer4820]

great vid m8 :) looked a fun night can you tell me what yer dry suit is and where to get it ? thanks

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Hi Ian, it's a palm Aleutian cag coupled with a Chinese brand dry trousers set up that I bought a decade ago or more, ( cheap but work fine ) !

[@ianmcaleer4820]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors thanks Andrew will look into getting a set. Plan to do some winter pack-rafting for sure

[@ianmcaleer4820]

@@AndrewParkOutdoors can you recommend any good shops or online shops to buy camping and pack raft gear from ? As a noob I been using a Ming mostly

[@hayleydavelle3922]

Do you find this kayak okay for manoeuvre ability ? I saw some reviews saying it’s more difficult than the challenger K2!

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Yes no prob spins on a six pence but tracking is ok even if it waggles it's bow a bit when forward paddling :-) A

[@hapymushroom]

The Star was likely Venus.

[@oogabooga2327]

What kind of jacket is that Andrew?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

I think it's a Palm Aleutian expedition ( not at home so can't check, going on vague memory ) 😁

[@stewartdean4009]

Do you need permit for camping on islands

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

No it's not in the permit restricted areas .

[@davemcmillan9612]

Where is best to park there

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

aldochlay layby but it can get busy, you've got to be early or lucky !

[@countrysidereptiles9492]

Where do you leave your car for the night? Is there a safe place to park? Thanks

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

I just leave mine at Aldochlay layby, no problems touch wood!

[@wojwoj7949]

is that legal? just asking, cause a lot of my friends say it's illegal to camp in loch lomond area

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Yes that site is ok, the islands are mostly exempt from the summer permit areas on the main shores

[@johnhilton2327]

Perfect 👍

[@allanlindsay7338]

Do you have to pay to stay on that island ?

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Hi Allan, no its free I'm pleased to say.

[@barrydunkley9613]

Jupiter probably

[@SuperSalacia]

Just saying to the wife our boat must have been out of the water 2 seconds later 5:20 we sail past 😂

[@AndrewParkOutdoors]

Haha brilliant 😀

[@EireFirst2024]

Andy I'll never understand why other people drink whilst camping... Cause I'm too busy getting drunk 😂✌️