35 Beginner Camping Mistakes & Wilderness Survival Tips!

[@AlfieAesthetics]

Watch Part 2 Here! "80 Beginner Hiking Mistakes" kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4bUkqV9erZ5o8k - Peace!

[@gooseygoo69]

Glad you're back homie

[@escapedfromnewyork]

I went on a guided backpacking trip in the Catskill Mountains in New York in June or July one year. An unexpected downpour absolutely saturated me. When we got back to the tent, it was filled with 2-3” of water. When we had been getting ready to leave, the guide checked everyone’s kit and said to me, “You’re not going to need that (my lightweight sleeping bag). We’re only going to be out for one night and it’s warm “ Should have brought it. I have never been as cold as I was on that” warm “ summer night where I began to suffer hypothermia. I knew I was going down because my manual dexterity went to sh**; I couldn’t zip the tent. I had trouble thinking straight. I won’t do that again. You can get hypothermia at any time of the year.

[@Qigate]

"The forest has eyes everywhere.. . you won't get away with it". Best line!! Glad your posting again, sir!

[@gordslater]

@@sub-vibes it's not just that - I've seen things you people wouldn't believe

[@Lois-o1f]

Tell me more ​@@gordslater

[@kristofferkoczko4806]

Great beginners guide! I would add: 1. Sleeping bag ratings are tested on dummies with a base layer on. 2. Eat before sleep 3. Check batteries in lamps ( recommend headlamps) 4. Tell someone you are in regular contact with what your plans are an when you plan to be back in case of emergency 5. Have a waterproof bag with spare clothes and essential gear Thanks for the video Alfie

[@IvarKurgarra]

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[@usernamesta3334]

He returned 3 videos ago

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

@@usernamesta3334 I musta missed #2

[@IvarKurgarra]

@@usernamesta3334every upload is a gift from the gods as you never know when Alfie decides decides to take another year long break :)

[@usernamesta3334]

@@PenntuckytheCrag titled ‘campers guide to mushroom identification’.

[@caledonianson927]

Naaa,,your late.

[@danbev8542]

Good vid! I’ve seen lots of these mistakes. One note: when setting up your tent make SURE your ground cloth does NOT stick out! If the ground cloth sticks out from under the tent floor, rain falls on the ground cloth & migrates under your tent between the tent floor & ground cloth, creating a very cold puddle under you. Tuck in your ground cloth!

[@2BoredOut]

Alfie is love, Alfie is life. Be like Alfie.

[@DiabloOutdoors]

Wishful thinking... No one can be like Alfie.

[@pfftwhut7638]

calm down.

[@Jahar-f5q]

Sure,let us all be like Alfie!❤No problem.

[@kacywatkins1056]

Omg I love your videos!!!! As SOON as this popped up I clicked!! I didn't realize you'd posted in the last couple of months!! Welcome back! You're amazing!

[@bennyhill4228]

I was watching a live stream, now it on pause lol

[@kacywatkins1056]

@@bennyhill4228 totally worth it!!!

[@joanies6778]

Went on a backpacking trip with a friend who left her insulating pad in the car because she brought frozen food making her pack too heavy. After hiking 5 miles up in the mountains, we gathered wood, built a fire, ate our meal, had a shot or two of schnapps, and went to sleep. It was an open lean-to setup with mesh bunks above ground. I stayed awake until the flames went down. My friend didn't change her socks, so they were damp. She didn't have her insulation pad, and her sleeping bag was not enough to keep her warm. The alcohol lowered her body temperature, too. Heat exits the body from our heads and our feet... I don't believe she had a hat on her head. She woke up in a panic, shaking uncontrollably, in the beginnings of hypothermia! I got the fire stoked back up while she got her pack down from the tree, so she could put on her thinsulate rain gear. She had to go pee, so she took her flashlight and went far enough behind the trees, the light of the campfire was blocked by the lean-to. I could hear her calling my name in a panic, watching her walk back and forth on a ridge, clueless where she was in the dark. I guided her back to camp. With the fire going, wearing her thinsulate, she was able to warm up enough to stop the shaking and ward off full blown hypothermia. Five miles up the mountain on a pitch black night, a tricky trail in parts... and we didn't have cell phones back then... it was damn scary! After that event, I took a Wilderness Basics Training and vowed to never backpack with anyone who did not have similar training. It's just too risky to hike with unaware people.

[@Renku07]

No need no man, hahah! Yes, until sh*t hits the fan. Fortunately, you were there. Great story.

[@Meow-shhh]

Wow.

[@happysmile1185]

questions before hikes or camping trips this way they know what you know?

[@peace_44880]

What the heck? Only an ignorant idiot would say we don't need a certain person.​@@Renku07

[@jostockton.]

​@@Renku07I love how you're such an insecure narcissist you assume a user named JOANIE is a man lmao. Typical male. And there's a reason the sub is called r/whywomenlivelonger 😂

[@dpurssord]

He's the David Attenborough of camping! That video is absolutely brilliant. Inspiring with humour thrown in. After years of wild camping, can say you've covered the main parts. Well done that man!

[@iChefTheImpossible]

I always bring extra socks. Clean dry socks are always nice in the morning

[@AlfieAesthetics]

Amen brother

[@anthonywood7420]

At my age, undies too. All too often.....

[@CsZsolt]

Put on the dry socks in the evening, before entering your sleeping bag! You`ll sleep better!

[@putrescentcadaver]

Clean dry wool socks & underwear are worth their weight in gold! A soggy bottom or feet is so miserable

[@alkirk-ws4co]

Not just in the morning, change your socks prior to climbing into your sleeping bag for the night.

[@GildaLee27]

Was listening and logging in to Amazon to buy that emergency blanket I've been meaning to get, when I just had to pause and marvel at the line at 12:15, "Think of yourself as a temporarily homeless person who identifies as a tortoise, and you will have the correct mindset." Alfie Zen. 💮🙏

[@toomanyhobbies400]

Wow. I thought he said to identify as a Tourist, not a tortoise. I stilled laughed. Alfie makes you do that.

[@Renku07]

@@toomanyhobbies400 he said tortoise.

[@IronFreee]

I often take a large and solid trash bag, especially for one day hikes. It can be used for sitting on something dry when it rained, as a liner inside your backpack to protect your stuff from long or torrential rain. It can even be used as some shelter if you cut it and use it as a tarp or cover. You can wear it by cutting holes for your head and harms. You could even carry water in it if you are lost in some hot, dry area...

[@puddleduck4924]

You brighten many a persons day with your videos!!! So glad you are back.

[@greenbeehn]

alfie is king

[@IvarKurgarra]

All Hail Alfie

[@geoffrey6000]

Hail Alfie

[@ahveganpizzabella]

Alfie is Brat - camping with him must be a delightful brat summer

[@autoscanremaps]

I can't believe it, another tremendous sermon from the forest God. Alfie you are responsible for me getting into bushcraft, which then gave me the confidence to go wild camping in the mountains. Can't thank you enough, you literally changed my life.

[@WhereisQBook]

He always returns when we need him most!

[@YoutubeisAdtube]

Excellent tips. I scout alternate locations nearby...contingency plans are always good. I usually spend a day or two preparing my next campsite ahead of time if I'm able to. It always helps. Being firesafe and wildlife safe are huge as well as weather/sun/wind/shade/route selections. Saw backed machete, a good knife, flashlight are absolute musts. (Jute or Paracord are good to pack too.) I always carry several bic lighters and a few match books. Keep your tent closed as much as possible, don't need creepy crawlies or snakes in your bed at night. Very good video.

[@-The-fire-guy]

While hiking the king's trail in northern Sweden, I set up camp along a river. The following morning, while enjoying my morning tea, I spotted a herd of reindeer on the other side of the river, so I stayed very still as not to disturb them. They stopped right across the river from my tent, and then one entered the water. Then another. Then they ALL STARTED RUNNING ACROSS THE RIVER TOWARDS MY TENT! I had set up camp right by a natural river crossing spot! Thankfully I was able to make enough of a ruckus to make them go around, a stomped tent would've put a rather large damper on my mood. I still wonder what would have happened if I had set my alarm for an hour later... Bit of a unique experience, but do keep animal trails in mind when setting up camp, lest you be awakened by a hoof on your sternum.

[@SethSaito]

This lol I recently just set up on a game trail that was frequented by black bears. That was some night

[@carmellawinecroft6391]

So many things mentioned that I never would have even thought about! Brilliant survivalist, that is why you are a king❤

[@ironichoneybadger5066]

huge amounts of advice for all of us to just have? thank you!

[@davidcann6021]

Identify as a tortoise 🤣 I heard a story while on a course, a guy with lots of expensive gear set up his bivvy over a mouse hole, woke up terrified as it had eaten it's way through to escape, toilet paper wasn't enough to save him. So always check your not setting up camp on someone else's house.

[@gordslater]

Mike Harding - the Viking Helmet - you're not even safe as a tortoise

[@jupiterresident1537]

Oh what a laugh you gave me, thank you! 😂

[@thewiizard]

No way!! He’s back!! I used to watch these with my mates having a smoke. Now I’m sat with my 7 year old getting tips!!! Props Alfie!!! ❤

[@danjohnson6800]

You've really hit on the important majors, with the right degree of well-described reasons for the warnings!

[@twist7763]

its good having you back

[@turtlesaurusrex3362]

THE KING HAS RETURNED!!!!

[@TheFragranceApprentice]

Bro you're like 3 months behind. 😂

[@guylamaupassant]

The attitude of the presenter is very much appreciated. This video has a lot of good advice for visitors to the forest.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

My heart warms, Alfie is making videos again, all is well with the World 🌎 👍

[@FishCakeIsland4928]

Broooo I remember watching your stuff ages agoooo good memories lol and nice to see you still uploading

[@user-yq2wk6yg8s]

Excellent tips. It has taken me more than a decade to realise most of those and you added a good few on top. I've got pretty well near hypothermia on a few occasions and been lucky to avoid being hit by a falling tree or branch. Imposible to tell for sure when a tree is in a dangerous condition; even solid looking ones will sometimes succumb to an overnight storm. One tip. I've never had any ill effects from using dead leaves or moss, where plentiful for what you suggest taking paper for. Always dig a small depression in the ground first, just like a badger does, and cover after.

[@andersmogensen2819]

For me it was the night time temperature. Space blankets and wool socks for life!

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

It is very good to see you. I hope you have been well. Love your info, especially your humor.

[@caledonianson927]

Water info is essential..no matter how near to the spring head its can still be dodgy...a rotting stag laying over a spring got myself learned.

[@anthonyparkinson1056]

Love these kinda videos mate makes me wanna get out there 💪

[@AlfieAesthetics]

💪💪

[@carmellawinecroft6391]

Brilliant safety content, as usual! Thanks for keeping us alive!

[@cat-ux1jm]

amazing beginners guide!! i would also like to add that hand warmers or body warmers are SO good when your sleeping bag isn’t warm enough. they definitely saved me the last time i was in the bush

[@nickm9370]

British backpacking hammock camper here - now in my fifties, but started camping when 11yrs old. FWIW, I agree with everything you have said and greatly enjoyed your presentation style (...and you ain’t looking and feeling like Golum...!). In my experience, your comments about siting your pitch, obvious dangers, widowmakers, CO, the risk of losing your camp when gathering water, etc. are fantastic pieces of advice. I have suffered from a few of these over the years and have seen others fall foul as well. FWIIW: I have found a lightweight but sturdy plastic bivvy bag to be a great backup should your shelter leak or be lost completely. It can also be used for emergencies, including for other people. Check off ALL items on a list kept on your mobile before any trip. I pack a small torch every time I go out, but I have never used it - I can do things such as cook or even pack away in the “dark” ( you need to give your eyes plenty of time with no artificial light exposures to reach “night vision” ). I use a silent “fancy feast” meths stove to cook, but always carry the ability to make a camp fire should I run out of meths. My first aid kit has helped me out a few times, but has been ABSOLUTELY VITAL for others on two occasions. Mistakes of my own? Forgetting pretty important things quite a few times in the past - hence my use of comprehensive lists every trip now!

[@gonzalez29FX20E]

Oh my god. Alfie is back!!!!!! It makes me happy that you’re ok!!! Gotta have to start rewatching the entire library!!!

[@cartoonhead9222]

I love that you came back.

[@joepiejaapie]

Awesome you're back, hope you keep posting. I actually straight away drop everything to try and watch your videos when I get the notification.

[@mr.boules8637]

SO GLAD YOU ARE BACK !! You helped me through a lot those last years with your video. Thanks a lot for everything :).

[@captdadpool2325]

I knew I stayed subscribed for a reason. Two years ago my wife and I went camping in an area neither of us were familiar with. The entire area was soft and muddy like marsh lands. We ended up scrapping the entire trip as my wife wasn’t wearing proper hiking shoes and ended up ruining her sneakers. Highly recommend camping in areas that have either been used for camping and recommended or in areas that you’re familiar with the terrain.

[@wimtheeuwen7315]

You are truely back my friend, i love it.

[@Ceagon]

I am saving this for tomorrow night, just to be able to fully enjoy it, and I cannot express how excited I am about that, nor the anticipation I feel in my core.

[@nature-man]

Love the comedy 😂 been camping every day the last 2 years love it🌞

[@cgriggsiv]

Awesome We have been waiting a long time for another video Glad you're out making 1 for us all

[@Deseko]

Snowed a bunch today.. this warmed up my day! Thanks AA

[@JarocoOutdoors]

I'm in the wood as of watching this, I'd happily use my precious phone battery charge to watch Alfie, any day

[@kaiprimal3737]

lol everyone is so stoked he’s back. Me too. Can’t believe it.

[@MaxS535]

You coming back to youtube brings me great joy. Thank you.

[@bdc1319]

Thanks for taking the time to do more videos! Greatly missed and appreciated! Cheers Newfoundland, Canada!

[@RockMonger]

Thank you for coming back to us!

[@terryfallert1371]

Cant get enough of alfies videos, i have his exact backpack and gear, very happy

[@kapoink835]

Awesome! One of the few creators for whom I drop everything I'm doing to watch when they upload.

[@wdfndn]

Alfie, you're a star mate. Keep shining whenever the need takes you

[@getsmart3701]

This video is GOLD for the beginners and a good reminder for the more advanced...we've come to expect nothing less from Alfie. Thanks for the upload mate.

[@Matharic]

I'm not good with words, but I love your videos mate. Perfect delivery and I love your attitude and humor. Love from the states

[@glyngrand8843]

Just made my year!!! Thank you ALFIE. Been watching the intro to #14 for years. You know, the “she fell over” one. Got the wife and I through the rough lockdown years bro! We LOVE YOU!

[@AndronicusKomnenos]

Such a welcome sight. Thank you Alfie! 😊

[@danieldiaconu8094]

I sleep like a baby in the woods immediately after sundown, expecialy if i listen to a werewolf or vampire story and i wake up in the morning when the birds start to sing . It is so relaxing

[@randarkanan]

so glad your back

[@LilaHikes]

Outstanding compilation of important, and in some cases, life saving information. Thank you.

[@soundman601]

Very impressed with this essential video for campers. I featured it on my blog too with a review of it. Thank you for this. There were numerous points and tips even I had never considered before.

[@joeisuzu2519]

Alfie, love your videos. Clean simple logic with dry british humor. I love it. Glad your back. More pls

[@Echo1-11]

I'm glad to see you uploading again when I used to watch you I was 14 I'm 19 now you're a real one

[@avertismentguy62]

Have a hiking trip in Sweden coming up in a few days, will definitely be channelling some campaesthetic energy into my adventure ❤

[@JOHNHUME1957]

Alfie is by far the best hiking, camping and foraging site on KZbin.

[@ericmadrigal2745]

Hell yeah, he’s back!! Love watching his videos. Keep it up. I truly enjoy your videos.

[@emrservice]

I've been camping my whole life. This is a great "must watch" video for noobs and intermediate campers! NICE ONE BRUVVAH!!

[@maggiemae2835]

i've missed your videos so much Alfie! Thank you for gracing us these last couple months

[@CommonWealthSnow]

Been a long day at work, looking forward to watching this one!

[@King-friendly_dude]

DAMN THE KING IS BAAACK 3 VIDEOS IN THIS YEAR

[@kodyshowers]

Holy helll!!! I can't believe this just came across my feed. He is back! Thanks for the new video Alfie!

[@csbanki]

I'm so glad you're back Alfie! Thanks for this video, amazing stuff as always!

[@AquamanIV]

Welcome back! I loved watching your videos over and over to get the names of those shromies.I was sad you moved on. Glad to see you back!

[@agesadventures]

The water one is huge! People forget that animals can bathe and use the water as a toilet🤮 I hate when Jigsaw is roaming around outside while I'm trying to sleep!

[@dominicsanthuff]

Woo more Alfie content

[@joanies6778]

Another reason to not pitch your tent near bodies of water or under tall trees is if an unexpected lightning storm crops up. They are both locations where lightning strikes first.

[@dadassery8506]

19:32 leave bread crumbs. Sticks in a specific configuration works. I’ve been glad I did a few times

[@Huntress_Raven]

HE’S BACK

[@neogramps]

Best list of camping tips I've seen, super in depth and useful and fun to boot

[@cillaloves2fish688]

Always glad when you post a video Alphie!! Missed ya...

[@infinitelyblessed359]

You just made my day Alfie! I Love learning from you :)

[@David-ck3gv]

The odds of me seeing the notification are crazy low. I turned on an old phone that had it enabled 3 minutes ago. Welcome back! I've got a couple vids to catch up on I guess

[@paulsheehan2998]

These photos comboed with your own b roll is class

Glad you're still around kiddo. Good info and good stuff. Former beaver-cub-scout-venturer here.

[@Twitchmarsh]

Great to see you back and a great video!

[@MrDannyd14]

Great to see you back mate . Always one of the best for your content . Keep it up im sure youve being missed by many 👍

[@hydrophilic77]

Thank you so much for putting emphasis on campfire safety! I see so many people walk away from hot coals

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

Loving these, Alfie. It's great to remember the basics from time to time

[@hawkknight4223]

Awesome video man. And great tips all the way around! So glad to have you dispersing knowledge again.🔥

[@aprilcarter1105]

All great info, I love all your videos! One thing I see people do is to bring a new tent which they’ve never set up before. So it takes a long time to set up and they get frustrated. Always pre-test your new equipment! Something else that comes to mind is a whistle for signaling in an emergency. Maybe a compass (and know how to use it lol). And if you don’t have much hair, bring a hat like a beanie. It really helps at night while sleeping if it’s chilly.

[@MultiSdfv]

Post more often you magnificent beast! My boy (10) loved your stuff- been watching for nearly 4 years!

[@daveo0o]

One of the first channels to got me into bushcraft and sorts. Thank you Alfie for still uploading! You’re gold!

[@jothewild1]

Hi, i'm now in my 4th decade of sleeping outside. Especially in wintertime and without a tent, just a hammock and tarp or in a self-made ground bed, so I know what you are talking about. I see a lot of these mistakes every time i take someone with me. A lot of people have really great items and gear but no good idea to use them well and take care of them selfs so you are doing a great job, explaining very well what matters... Enjoy the woods and take care Greetings

[@EnduroMarcel]

That was infotainment at it's best. I'm about to make my first bikepacking tours and this comes in handy. Thanks mate, subbed!

[@angelsong4917]

I love this guy...his videos are informative, clever with added funny. Keep them coming!

[@andresvalentinesantos8746]

His majesty has returned with another one.... GG well played

[@HeshamElbarmawi]

Well done sir, good advice for beginners and experienced campers. Love the commentary especially the No No No’s..

[@outdoor_-journey8603]

Fantastic tips my brother, I've written these down so I can be more prepared for next trip!

[@chuckparent.5567]

One of the best and to the point info 100%