Exploring the River Gipping by Canoe. Honey Stove BBQ Lunch. Cedar Strip Canoe.

[@stephencawley971]

Relatively recent to this channel. What I’m so impressed with, apart from Simon of course, is the wonderfully positive “Simon community” - so completely refreshing, shows that at least some social media is very worthwhile. Simon - I’m now a complete fan. Keep up this fantastic work which has kept me going through the last 10 days in a quarantine hotel!

[@RandyLea]

If you like Simon, you really must watch Richard Outdoors, especially recent videos. They did one video together a bit ago. You will thank me.

[@papajeff5486]

And Kent Survival...

[@RandyLea]

@@papajeff5486 I totally agree with you, I always watch Andy. But Richard has a wicked sense of humor, especially related to Simon. But then Richard doesn't use as much ketchup.

[@Gravitational234]

@@RandyLea Thanks for the tip. I did and he is rather amusing haha

[@stephencawley971]

Penultimate day in quarantine hotel so I will!

[@BeeKay4444]

Hi Simon. I doubt you will see this but I just wanted you to know that your enthusiasm and positivity really lifts me from some heavy sad times. Thank you so very much for all you do with these videos. You do such an incredible job.

[@BeeKay4444]

Last message I promise….Simon your dedication to details and to leave trace behind is something I really admire. I wish more people were that way.

[@hermybaharuddin1285]

I have Hypertension and anxiety.. Your videos along with Andy's videos are all very calming and so relaxing, and really helps in easing down my anxiety level.. Thank u so much for sharing all your adventures with us. Greetings from Malaysia..

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you! I’m really glad they help mate! 👍👍

[@Draculhuhn]

Yes, they do indeed help. They show life actually can be good some days

[@hermybaharuddin1285]

@@Draculhuhn exactly..

[@magnuskjellsson3524]

Hi, you can watch Erik Normark he makes special films,

[@crawwwfishh3284]

@@Draculhuhn Life is a flower. IF you know when to hold and when to fold.

[@marcgelly7639]

The "trunk pass" minute 14:50!!!! 😱👏 And Charcoal and Parafine!!! it is a very good idea!! Thanks again Simon for this perfect video!!

[@duaneho555]

Greetings from Alaska,USA. I really enjoy your videos. Thanks.

[@rolandsalazar9562]

Simon is simply a brilliant person. His tenacity to paddle is unsurpassed. Nothing deters him. Every detour a welcomed challenge. Cheers mate 🙏🏼⛺️😎

[@falafel4618]

Great to see you out & about again. Thx for your very quick PM reply about the coastal path walk through Happy's borough! Looking forward to more escapades! Good work.

[@thebiggerbyte5991]

The lengths you go to film all this for us are not wasted on us. Love this channel!

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Thanks, Simon. I could watch this kind of content all day. I often do. lol. 🙂👍🛶

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks Brian! 👍

[@VileVeil]

I love how you balanced on that fallen log and got the canoe over but also set up the shot on the camera so we could watch it! Amazing skills! I'm so glad I found this channel, thanks Simon.

[@lizdg3892]

Yeah that was a tricky one. I’d of certainly gotten soaked on that one.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thanks mate! 😁

[@outdoorpoormet9447]

@@lizdg3892 We don't know how many try's it took him to do it with out falling in. LOL

[@jimlydle4170]

The way you got over that tree was magic. The roads have potholes the rivers have trees and they expect users on the waterways to have permits ! To " keep the waterways in good order " . Another great vid as usual I seem to watch them out of order but will get there.

[@RichardOutdoors]

I love you mate, but at 15:05 I was shouting, ‘PLEASE FALL IN!’ 😉👍🤣

[@anneli1735]

😂😂😂

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Hahaha - next time! 😁💦

[@MrHeyhomes]

back in 1997-1998 me and a friend took a river tour on a inflatable Lilo and let me tell you the river from stow to needham market was much cleaner back then. Lovely video, shame they don't improve the river like the old days.

[@penman8985]

Another cracking film Simon. You are a true gent. 👋👋👍 Simon

[@Bigman1701]

If they don't like your cheese or charcoal and paraffin, mind they find a hobby as they have too much time on their hands. Another excellent vid. Love going back and watching the older stuff too!

[@exileinderby51]

That could so easily turned in to Simon, a bloke in the river and if it had been me, I would certainly gone for an impromptu swim! Those burgers did look good though.

[@northernembersoutdoors1045]

Good balancing on that log to get the canoe over and not fall in! A well deserved burger with the paddling and the in and out of the canoe, nice one thanks.

[@andrewking7672]

That one would’ve met the bacho laplander before I tried balancing my tubby butt on it...🤦‍♂️

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Haha -it was a bit sketchy - i wasn’t sure if it would take my weight! 😂

[@janwaller3585]

You sure were determined to travel the river will all challenges in it and around . Always great to be out in Nature ❤️

[@donwalker3949]

Great to see you out n about again. Caught up with all your videos over lock down, they have been a life saver. Thanks.

[@BeeKay4444]

I am cheering you on with the processed cheese…..just one of those staple foods from growing up that I refuse to give up full stop.

[@Malarkama]

Who could hate you Simon (your charcaol, paraffin and lighter comment)?! You're always so well prepared and SO positive and upbeat. I really enjoy watching your adventures in nature and your filming is fabulous. I can see how this was helpful experience for your Scandinavian challenges! Hope you and your family are well.

[@KimberlyGreen]

With that weir early on & GoPro view from the canoe, it suddenly became "Simon, a boat in the woods" 😄

[@gazzabowers1184]

Yeh Kimberly knowing the river Gipping you never really know what's getting pumped into it. It's definitely not the cleanest rivers. stay safe.

[@carljansen3118]

@15:05 that was some impressive obstacle aversion, and cat-like balancing skills 👏🏻😂

[@eddiekeylon323]

Charcoal, cheese, lighter.. i dont mind at all. Just glad to see you back out and about bloke...

[@ianrankin1293]

Great that you are back out on the water,your videos make me wonder why the hell I pay for a TV licence! Very jealous of your beautiful canoe!

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Thank you!

[@steveipswich]

Thanks Simon for sharing I really enjoyed your adventure through the Gipping, I live in the local area and it was great to see this 👍

[@bradlyttle]

Good to see spring has sprung and you're once again getting your canoe wet. Thanks for this Simon.

[@tonygoring4704]

Hah! That's what she said!

[@parthik85]

Your videos are a stress relief simon keep uploading videos often👍👍👍👍

[@stst9185]

Simon....you are one TENACIOUS paddler!! Lol. Nothing stands in your way! I was exhausted watching you taking that canoe in and out of that river........never mind the acrobatics act!!!! You're amazing! So glad you're able to get back out again. We're doing the same here in Miami, FL US. Thank God!!

[@yakinkate7946]

That acrobat performance on the tree and portage over it was very impressive. LOL!

[@mesmogruvinski]

Beautiful closing music. Summed up the day.

[@abefrohman1759]

I’m impressed with your canoe every time I see it.

[@gh-vi9tk]

I know the part beyond where you turned around and you did the right thing. Its choked up and narrow and nothing to see. New to your channel, great material, thanks!

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

I thought it might be from what I read - thank you and welcome to the channel! 👍

[@bobchamberlain6184]

Thanks fella, I walked that stretch today, 30/12/21, I am not 52 and have fished every spare hour on the lower stretches Sproughton, Bramford, sharmford , Needham and seen the massive decline of the river since they took over, its breaks my heart to see a once majestic rivers destruction by the EA, I won't let them loose on a puddle tbh

[@MadGingerCat]

Who the actual thumbs down this awesome content?

[@paulconnor8519]

I know this is an older vid Simon but it kills me everytime I hear your stunningly beautiful boat get dragged over rocks, I know things are made to be used for their intended purpose and you treat your kit with care, but I do wince every time. Great channel great vids thank you.

[@davidbee8793]

Dandy little film, this. Very ASMR, very well done. I appreciate the considerable effort expended to bring it to the masses. Thanks, Simon.

[@PDZ1122]

" Do you like River Gipping?" - " I don't know, I've never rivergipped."

[@lizh-d5266]

I first thought it was a noun too😂

[@bonpecheur4565]

Great to see you back in the water with your beautiful canoe . 🛶👍

[@philshepherd90]

Another great video and I love your selection of music. Your canoe is well suited to that river. Thanks for exploring on our behalf..

[@angryfatguy4503]

i find your channel so great simply because of Maggie. to watch you two rummage around the countryside just brings a smile to my face. there is just something about the relationship between a man in his dog i find heart warming.

[@martinoutdoors6941]

When I saw you step onto that narrow log I thought “this is it, this is the episode Simon takes a swim”...😂 good balance sir.

[@9350mamamia]

We love Simon~ and Tom lol

[@stevewhite8263]

Is there anything you're not good at watching your canoe skills you actually know what you're doing. Awesome you.

[@MHarenArt]

Yay! Love your canoe trips! Always so pretty and interesting and t his one did not disappoint. I dare say that was not you expected with having to carry so often, and I would be lost by now! LOL! Your burgers made my mouth water. Thanks for sharing once again, Simon! Cheers!

[@RandyLea]

Only thing, burgers require mustard, not ketchup and certainly not mayonnaise.

[@MHarenArt]

@@RandyLea LOL! Mustard is for hot dogs!

[@annenewton5403]

Lovely to see this journey on the river you always smile at the challenges,great burgers..the weirs look scary..its so peaceful watching you,thank you.

[@mikepauly4855]

Nobody can dis anything you did cooking because look around it’s beautiful sometimes you need a layer back day trip was awesome thankyou Simon

[@chipbutty5376]

Hi Simon you have inspired me into bushcraft so I would like to say thank you.I watch one of your videos every night to pick up ideas which has helped me so much anyway oh & Maggie is lovely 😊

[@willjennings7430]

I’ve lived in Stowmarket 10+years and always wanted to paddle the Gipping. Maybe time to get out and do it. Thanks Simon.

[@KimberlyGreen]

And now you know to bring a Bahco folding saw 😉👍🏼

[@bugnfront]

Simon, have you heard of a "Dakota fire pit"? Great for windy days. Dig 2 holes so you fire will be down in and dig a cross tunnel to connect the holes at the bottom. The air to feed the fire is drawn in through the tunnel. When fire is done, simply fill the holes and ash in it. Leave a minimal foot print on the land. "May you feet be sure on the trail, your campfire warm at night and your trail tales be true!"

[@Tom_Bee_]

Fantastic. Just what the doctor ordered.

[@annebeginn2034]

Cor blimey Simon, that’s just what I needed. Feels like a lifetime for the lockdown to end. Lovely video thank you soooo much for taking the time to take us all with you 😊 x

[@TheOutdoorSeeker]

We just started the 3rd lock-down today. Good thing I got to camp few weeks ago.

[@annebeginn2034]

@@TheOutdoorSeeker I’ve camped in the garden, have open fields to walk with my dog and the beach across the road with a country park and lakes. Starting to know it like the back of my hand ☺️. Was nice to see a change of scenery x

[@steveqhanson6835]

Simon you're the best. I so much enjoy your vids. You know we were all waiting for you to fall off that log :-)

[@grimlightwildoutdoors]

You look well happy to be out and about again 👍😀👏🏻👏🏻⛺️🙏👍🏕

[@thizizliz]

What a great day! Your homemade canoe gas certainly held up beautifully. It will likely last many decades to come.

[@TheFilet13]

Wowwws thats stunning little strech full of brownies! Such a peaceful place

[@vikingbushcraft1911]

The epic amount of portage is worth a 👍 by itself - great vid

[@christopherparisi9396]

I love these paddling trips

[@scottculver]

That burger - so extravagant in the brambles, looked so good!

[@bradlyttle]

How fortunate to have a friend who gifts them with Cornish bacon?! Wow!! A friend indeed. Everyone needs a friend like Ginge. ATB. from Canada.

[@michaelnowak993]

Thanks Simon, another great video! Most be so nice to live so close to the water!

[@vetworker]

I’m surprised you’d never heard of the Gipping. Funnily enough I walked a small section of the Gipping a couple of weeks ago with my mate Eric who was most probably the driver of the train in your video. I saw the river was quite chocked up with fallen trees etc. I said to Eric that Simon a bloke in the woods wouldn’t be impressed 😂👍👍. Great to see you back out on the water. Finally a bit of freedom for all of us.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Haha - small world mate! 😁👍

[@anthonydixon4470]

Really impressed by the log walking!!!!!

[@AmyOutdoors]

Oh that burger! Great exploration trip too. Thank Simon 👍

[@eatrideselfrealiserepeat]

When you come to obstructions I sometimes expect you to whip out some massive home made saw and process a cord of wood into a neat pile to dry aside a future campsite 😂.

[@simonablokeinthewoods]

Haha - wish I’d thought of that now! 😁

[@thomhollyer4102]

Fantastic to discover KZbin channels by people near me! Grew up on the Norfolk coast, a stones throw from the Broads, and now dwell on the Suffolk/Essex border! Subscribed right away and can't wait to see more vids in places I recognise.

[@stevewhite8263]

Having two more punt than paddle. Wow I think you just summed up what life is. Definitely one of the best KZbinrs out there. Every time I watch one your videos it is calming in a very Goodway thank you God bless you & yours.

[@jimmccarron1286]

Another nice informative and relaxing video loved it Simon , you always make folks really relaxed watching your videos well done from Scotland .

[@wildwelshgirl345]

Another great video. Looks so tranquil! Do you have any recommendations for a nice paddle around Thetford or Kings Lynn area? Hoping to visit family in these two places in September and would love to explore some of the countryside.

[@sharonnorman3799]

Loving seeing the English countryside or waterways. I lived in Nottingham for two years with my young sons. Did not see waterways. Would hire an old bedford van and drive to Shepton Mallett to sister in laws and with her 4 girls day tripped around southern areas. Now age and health (we won't mention cov) preclude such adventures. So I can live them through your videos. Funnily I also watch Girl in the woods in Michigan and Alaska. Also Corporals corner. Thank you for posting your video adventures. Most watchable. Thank you from Melbourne Australia. In our 5th lock down.

[@Menehune521]

I'm a new subscriber and fan. I enjoy watching all your videos, which are entertaining and educational. I can see the teacher in you. It's always a pleasure seeing Maggie or Tom. Thank you for all your hard work, and looking forward to your next video.... and your music selection is "Spot on!"

[@stewitwooit9744]

There is a Bloke called Simon, who makes Buck-Saws for his mates. It might be an idea to see if you can get your hands on one. With one of those to hand you could trim some of the low-flying branches, making your paddle a tad easier!

[@anneli1735]

😂😂😂

[@kingrafa3938]

Yay! Back on the river 👍🇵🇭

[@emijuman1397]

Thank you for sharing your journey, and knowledge of your surroundings. Your video was enjoyable to watch. Fun watching you navigate your boat in out of the water. I’m guessing, more fun for me to have watched, then it was for you to have actually lugged. That BBQ looked so delicious 😋 Nice job on cutting up those pickles.

[@juliedrakeArtist]

Thanks Simon, that was great. A lovely relaxing watch and that burger looked so good

[@Kathy_Is_Blessed]

Hi Simon! So good to see you having a paddle outing again! 🛶 Lovely! The burgers looked outstanding as well. I hope Maggie is continuing to feel good and that she can come with you on the next trip.🐕‍🦺

[@DartyD]

Great to see you back on the water Simon 👍🛶

[@mushandsnowman2908]

Thanks simon...great vid...

[@N1N4K]

My Father always has a beer..... or a few lol..... while having the bbq on.... so that 1. he can enjoy a drink and 2. pour some on the flames which then also flavours the meat / whatever he has on the bbq. Loved the vid

[@boomshanka8743]

Cheers Simon, I am loafing this afternoon (very minor side effect of the moderna shot yesterday) so I really enjoyed watching this. I don't get people being sniffy about processed cheese, it melts much better than non processed cheese which on a burger is what it's all about.

[@johnmcphee2201]

thats a lovely day out and good for the mind with every thing thats going on just now.

[@Afro408]

Well done Simon and I see you've had lessons in the use of the J stroke. Good to see you back!

[@carlaubrey3044]

Inspirational and yet again good cooking! Keep posting Simon, Thanks

[@aramarsh]

Good to see the UK is nearly out of lockdown, that looked like fun! Those burgers... you making me hungry 😋

[@michaelmcfarland3300]

Glad your able to get out! I can see the excitement on your face. Thanks for another video Simon. Hopefully all will be back to more normalcy soon.

[@TheOutdoorSeeker]

The third lock-down is on us in Ontario. Long time till this will end.

[@monahawk]

Hi Simon! Thanks for another great vid! I always watch your vids as soon as they get posted. Waving from Western Oregon USA.

[@wingtsang2158]

Amazing short trip keep them up Simon your attention to detail is exceptional as per normal!

[@sargie7828]

Great video mate as always. And processed cheese is a must for a bbq burger! 👍

[@fredbustin3788]

Really enjoyed that. Nice way to relax after a stressful day at work. In a few weeks I will have mine in the water!

[@dougstonge8433]

Simon..what a nice adventure..so peacuful and enjoyable especially during the Covid

[@markramsell454]

A nice close in river. Always liked paddling the small channels.

[@WyeExplorer]

You gave it a go Simon. In fact it was a good recce of the river. It's great - in your mind you've opened it up. I mean you know what's there. Nice bit of grub. Mark

[@williecollins5833]

Your style of filming and presentation is so relaxing,love it

[@Micky-74-v6f]

FREEEEDOOOOMMMM!!! Awesome fella! Glad to see you out n about and back on the water. Spring is finally here. And as Hannibal lector said, "All good things to those who wait!" .. and we've all waited! Great video matey! Looking forward to what's in store. Reckon you and Andy and Richard should combine and make a full epic movie. 😋

[@Sam-zj6mw]

Went out on the River Yare (from Norwich, past Surlingham, Rockland and all the way up to the Cantley sugar factory) on my friend’s broad cruiser yesterday. It was unbelievably tranquil and beautiful, saw herons, kingfishers and marsh harriers. We saw two people in a wooden canoe with a black dog that looked like Maggie. Thought it might be you, but obviously not! Having not been on the river for months it was bliss. Hope you enjoyed every minute.

[@mphigham1963]

Thought you were going to get your bow saw out when you got to that downed tree. I’ll also bet a few people were hoping you’d fall in. Not me of course Simon !! Another fab video. Cheers Pal !

[@billygoatfilms7531]

Great Canoeing trip Simon, very well filmed. Big thumbs up from me. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@grahambalderstone2308]

14:56 = supreme balance!

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

A nice day out Simon don't worry about the stove we all have time out from bushcraft and everyone knows you can do a proper fire atvb jimmy 😎😎👍👍