Winter Overnight as a 17th Century Highlander - Historical Survival Skills

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[@FandabiDozi]

I meant to put a title saying that the tree I used as a mattress is a "Western Hemlock" which is a highly invasive species of tree in Scotland. It shades out native species and is actively removed by conservation organisations because of this. Therefore, I didnt mind cutting branches from it.

[@stephenclarke2206]

I noticed that I'm not sure it would have been around in the 17th century

[@Theiliteritesbian]

A tree is a tree with 1% of species we will ever encounter as the exception. This idea that we have to let nature sit without interference is so inconsistent with the rest of how we decide to live 100% of our life I find it a laughable concept. Sure, once or twice a year you leave the landscape 'as you found it', but that is only for the person's emotions at that time. Its a weird self absorbed view of nature - that if we cut some branches or don't cut some branches anything or significant will result from it. Cut away.

[@o80y1]

Socrates’ favourite

[@Jen999]

Thanks for the note.. we wondered about that.. hated to see it go since Scotland is so devoid of trees.. we knew you would have a reason though.. lived this video💜💙😊

[@bushcraftmyway]

​@@o80y1 nope... that's another hemlock.

[@Lochlann13]

One of the reasons I love being in the outdoors is that, if you get out far enough, it's quite possible you're seeing the same terrain that your ancestors saw hundreds of years ago.

[@СеверинКрячко]

Absolutely right!

[@k9six185]

I like to go and find a huge oak tree and sit against it and wonder who else may have leaned against it 200 years ago

[@jordanwalsh1691]

In certain parts of the world, you can be the first human being to set foot in that specific spot, since the dawn of time.

[@P-B-G_YT]

@@jordanwalsh1691 I can attest to that. I live in the Yukon Territory, northern Canada, and I'm sure I could go to within a few miles away and stand on spots that have never been trod upon.

[@jordanwalsh1691]

@@P-B-G_YT I'm in Newfoundland, Canada. Seems like the recipe for untouched wilderness is simply: low population density, difficult terrain, lack of resources that can be exploited on foot, and not an efficient route between two points of interest. If those conditions are met, then few would ever have cause to traverse the area, and fewer still a specific route. Plenty of wild spaces like that where I am, and even more in your neck of the woods.

[@mackenziew]

Ok but now we need a new series called Fandabi Cozi about how to stay comfy in the 17th century Scottish way

[@davemc9268]

I'm watching this thinking "but it's not winter now, it's spring". Then I remembered it's Scotland. Which only has two seasons. Winter. And slightly not Winter.

[@RS-xq6je]

I'd call that anywhere that isn't the South of the UK 😂

[@FandabiDozi]

Haha! Winter does seem to linger here till end of April, but I also did film this start of February. I guess i should of mentioned that in the video

[@rippedtorn2310]

Was out in my vest today ...fine weather

[@atomic_wait]

Weather in western Washington State where I'm from can be similar to the Highlands, not much snow at the lower altitudes in the winter but lots and lots of cold, dreary rain. Like for weeks straight sometimes, constant low level rain.

[@live4thehunttoday678]

It's snowing hard in Arizona still. Been plowing snow for 2 days!

[@WhojoMojo]

Hei Tom, I live in Norway and we have comparable outdoor conditions here. For the last years I most often use a reindeer hide to sleep on. The quality of the hide has much to say on how many hair it sheds. By the looks of yours it seems unprocessed, which is good (those bought in souvenir shops and the like are not meant to be used outdoors). I learnt that what you want is the raw material, sundried and nothing more. This does not make the inner part waterproof, but a bit resistant, and if you are dedicated to allow it to dry properly as soon as possible it shouldn't rot (which would cause more hairs to be shed). On the other hand your hide looks very flexible and pliable, which makes me suspect that the hide has been treated, hence making it more likely to shed hairs. Hides like the one I'm talking about have a cardboard-like feel to them, unless they have been very actively used for a long time, which will soften it significantly. All in all I think that if you have a good hide and u treat it well it will make an excellent mattress, with superb thermal and aesthetic qualities, plus the feeling of historical attunement which you seek. But of course a few hairs will fall anyways, it is part of the nature of such materials and perhaps part of their charm :) nothing lasts forever Keep making these inspiring videos!

[@FandabiDozi]

Thanks for your comments regarding the reindeer hide. My girlfriend got me it as a present off the internet somewhere. I believe it has been treated with Alum or similar modern tanning agent. I then rubbed some tea on it to make it less white and clean looking haha. Thanks again

[@dooleyfussle8634]

​@FandabiDozi yes, the best way to keep the hair from shedding is to tan the hide the old way with brains. Make a paste by mashing up the brains in a little water and oat flakes ( I use a food processor or blender) and spreading the paste on the flesh side. Fold the hide over on itself and leave for several days. Then scrape off the paste and work the hide by stretching it with your hands and knees as it dries. It may take all day but you can hold the hide if need be by putting it in a plastic bag and into the freezer. If you're squeamish about the brains then use a natural/ unscented soap instead (not detergent).

[@Picasso_Picante92]

@@dooleyfussle8634 Wait. Did you say "brains"? Lamb brains? with Oat flour? How and why would this work? Interesting.

[@dooleyfussle8634]

@Picasso_Picante92 yeah, old saying: " every animal has just enough brains to tan it's own hide"! You can use which ever brains your butcher has, lamb, pig, beef etc. Since mad cow disease I've been using soap, which has many of the same chemicals as brains.

[@madtitan9639]

Fandabi Toesies! Having lived and worked outdoors in both North Dakota and Western Washington I say with confidence that just above freezing, in a humid climate, is the absolute fucking worst.

[@kencoffman7145]

Wet and cold is terrible but people don't have a clue about cold until they've been in NoDak or NE Montana.

[@Sr89hot]

The wind in North Dakota never stops. It rips away your body heat. I was stationed at GFAFB two winters working in the missile field in the 80’s.

[@CW-nt1sd]

Here in Brisbane Australia it’s winter and I’m freezing in 15 deg c

[@gungho1345]

I've practiced minimalist camping for quite a few years. Tarp, hammock a good wool blanket and a wee dog for extra warmth . My good boy is pushing 17 and always up for a hike and a night by the fire.

[@peterwebb8732]

Dogs for warmth are very worthwhile. I haven’t used an electric blanket for decades.

[@RS-xq6je]

I have a whippet that can't handle colder temps so she has a fleece and additional lined coat but for being so light 8kg she gives off a lot of heat and can fit in a hammock no worries. Dog got dumped on me but she's lush and has her uses 😂

[@peterwebb8732]

@@RS-xq6je Self-heating hot-water bottle.

[@garymitchell5899]

Hmm yeah your dog doesn't get in a hammock with you. If you do yourself ofc.

[@RS-xq6je]

@@garymitchell5899 yes she does. ✌️

[@didgeridooblue]

I've never liked camping next to water when it's damp outside, it always feels colder.

[@Frecks-n-Specks]

Yep and it forces the cold right through you

[@behindthespotlight7983]

Basic survival doctrine. 👍🏼

[@rhys5567]

Cold falls. So does water.

[@mack8488]

The continious noice is irritating too🤤

[@Panzer_the_Merganser]

Was thinking the same thing. The chill from that stream insidious and creep into everything in your kit and bedding. Conversely I thought he may have picked that spot to be out of the wind; it looked very sheltered.

[@ModernKnight]

Enjoyed this one, that environment looks tough!

[@GaiaCarney]

My heart leapt out of my chest when his fire took light in the dark and cold 🔥 Thank You @FandabiDozi

[@veild546]

Lovely video! Always excited to see a new highlander 17th century highlander upload. It's a dream of mine to put together a full historical kit some time in the future, and yours is a great inspiration!

[@TulkOrkan]

It's amazing how simple things can be really complex tools if you have the right knowledge.

[@JM-ot8zn]

Hi Tom, I am a Canadian who has spent many many nights beneath the stars. Right around freezing has always felt the coldest, to be wet and then have ambient drop below freezing is less than ideal. I can attest that even with "modern" gear it is a struggle to stay dry, day by day. Fire first, the rest will follow. Your content is both interesting and informative. Hit me up if you want to try the big woods. Much respect. -J

[@leodesforges161]

This is where thick fleece is so good. Super bulky but is nearly unaffected by the damp.

[@andrewgreen7996]

Love the videos mate that's what I call hard core wild camping mate great too see somebody showing how people survived out in the Highlands in winter in the 17th 👍💯

[@journeyman7189]

Excellent night out Tom. Nothing feels better than getting a tough fire started when you're cold and wet. Nate

[@catastrofista]

Lanolin is better than fat for waterproofing

[@daveburklund2295]

If you can stay warm and cozy at around the freezing point when it's damp, your kit is pretty awesome.

[@fion1flatout]

Totally agree, I've heard that medical statistics back that up too

[@android582]

A good reminder how long it takes to get your camp set up before darkness falls (in winter less light)

[@garymitchell5899]

Useful to know there's less light in winter 👍

[@android582]

​@@garymitchell5899 probably need to start making camp around 1pm to collect enough firewood, cook your tea and set camp before it's dark at 4pm ( dry your clothes too)

[@petergreening4810]

I love the combination of the running water and the flute music.

[@ivans3806]

Interesting choice of place to sleep. In blog posts by Andrew Skurka - he mentioned that being too close to water source like a creek means lower temps at night.

[@CheGenasim]

Absolutely so, but on the other hand no wind. If there was one.

[@nathancovington1792]

You gotta also consider the wind. It’s easier to deal with a place being very cold with no wind than it is to have it be decently cold with wind.

[@Heywoodthepeckerwood]

As someone who works outside in the mountains, I’ve worked in -34° C to 44°C and can tell you the worst is when it’s around 1°c and raining, especially if it’s windy. It soaks into your bones and makes you miserable. Testing kit and skills in this weather is much harder than in extreme conditions.

[@gmkgoat]

Reindeer hide just kinda does that. They make poor rugs for that reason. If you want something to sleep on you're probably better off with a different animal.

[@walkswithcamera]

Wait - you didn't actually stay overnight? Aww, I'm sad.

[@AntoniusVladislavius]

What a lovely camping spot! And those Uilleann Pipes at dawn where just epic.

[@sdpicturecard6858]

I like how you thanked the space where you spent the night. Respect.

[@crow4936]

It's a pagan thing pity he never asked the trees for the branches he took...

[@Jen999]

Noticed that too.. maybe it was because that Hemlock is an invasive species.. and most wish it gone., admit we felt bad initially because Scotland has so few trees left.. and it seemed a healthy specimen..poor tree😭💜💙

[@ianhamilton4497]

Man your out there doing it ,great watch again ,love back ground music.

[@moorshound3243]

On the reindeer fur thing, you need to get a fur that has been killed in the dead of winter, apparently that's the best furs as the cold holds the fur for longer?

[@stephentosterud9375]

You should come to the highlands of North Carolina for your British North American fans(US) for one of your classes. I would go. Scotland is just a little to far.

[@EL-gu8fv]

Lots of Scots settled there, so we aren't so different.

[@NoMatureContent]

Just going into winter here in Vic Australia. Despite popular misconceptions, everything is also wet all the time here. That was an impressive attempt to start a fire.

[@moa0074]

Thanks Tom, another cracking video. Love the winter moccasins. Reminded me of NZ army basic winter training in the 90s - cept you have slightly better kit 😊. Best wishes

[@mountainmonkey1984]

Hey Tom. Greetings from Michigan's Upper Peninsula. I was wondering about the axe you have. Who made it? Keep up the great videos. I learn a great deal watching.

[@PaletoB]

Meeting this on a hiking trail would be awesome 😅

[@melodybales2038]

The hides are warmer when you wear the leather side down (the deer hide specifically). It's less cozy but if you have wool there anyhow it shouldn't affect the feeling too much. That's how the Indigenous American's did it way back when. Very interesting video thank you for sharing!

[@BrotherOfTheTemplars1312]

Fandabi dozi your one of the greatest KZbinrs in history I love to learn about the highlands and how people survived don't let a small channel like yours get you down you'll be big one day I know it.

[@jimmyh8090]

Hi tom , well done getting the fire going i was expecting a quiet sod it and the use of a lighter 😂 , could you do a show about what they lived on and the food they eat day to day . Thanks Jim

[@jessedphillips]

Exciting

[@ByronGiant]

-15C?.... (squints in Canada)... Go on with your Scotch self young fella!

[@artawhirler]

Excellent video as always! Congratulations for doing such a great job in such cold wet conditions!

[@cecilfaircloth7826]

In the old days, native American tribes used to smoke the leather of the insoles of their moccasins to waterproof them. Try smoking the leather like you would smoke meat. Not only will it waterproof it, but it will also make it stiff and last longer.

[@behindthespotlight7983]

Smartest lesson in this brief adventure? “It’s freezing but lighting fires makes sweat” and strip off those layers BEFORE. Fire craft, from gathering to processing wood to spinning up an ember, is the one wilderness pursuit when no matter how methodical you are, if you’re crafting primitive fire you’re gonna sweat. In present day gear I cannot recall how many times I got the wrist thick branches going then excused myself to grab a micro towel and get as dry as possible and into new flannel wool as quickly as possible. Remember team, wet conducts body heat away 25x faster than dry. And your head loses 50% of your overall body warmth. A good method is to carry two Touks. Wearing 2 employs the same thermal layer benefit as Tom’s “2 bonnets” hack

[@thegreenman3213]

I had a buddy who was doing a survival trek in the Yukon. He was working hard to make a qui-glue. Basically a borrow in the snow. By the time he finished he didn’t realize but he was soaked with sweat. When he walked outside of the shelter his sweat almost immediately froze. If it wasn’t for the life saving measures of his team to warm him up he would’ve died. Sweating in the cold is no joke.

[@Garethprice1979]

The rest is true, but you DO NOT lose 50% heat from your head

[@wyldstallyn2016]

I like the idea of animal fat to waterproof your leather shoes. Is there any other natural method you could recommend that wouldn't attract bears? Living in Canada I would be terrified to camp with snacks on my feet like that lol

[@danieldelgado3659]

Excellent video Fandabi Dozi, congratulations, all the videos are very good, good food, beautiful landscapes and a good life in general, thank you, much success!¡¡¡¡¡

[@Mikatus1]

Today I was out wandering in the woods and something huge happened. I walked in a completely wild part of the forest where there was no path and huge bushes and densely packed trees. I was thinking about everything thing around me but suddenly a huge creature burst out of a bush in front of me, it was a boar 🐗. I would have panicked probably but thanks to the fact that I had watched your video about surviving the 21 century I knew about the flight or fight hormones and I controlled my self and didn’t do anything. The boar jumped 3 times in the opposite direction so I turned and ran so fast that my socks went down(really fast). I jumped into a cow pen where I sat down and collected my self. Thank you fandabi dozi for educating me more about the fight or flight hormones that helped me to control my self during this encounter and have a great Easter! Greetings from Scania/southern Sweden

[@malfunction8165]

We have a loot of boars where we live, and most of them drink in my local.

[@RS-xq6je]

​@@malfunction8165I took a few of them home for the night when I was a pup 😂

[@tedt666]

As a medieval Norse reenactor, I learned you can't really do anything about reindeer hides shedding their hair. The hairs are "hollow", which makes them better at insulating, but this also makes them break easier, therefore the pelts are prone to shedding. I always heard summer coats are better to use as pelts, because they tend to shed less hair than winter coats. Just enjoy the pelt, but you'll have to take the loose hairs for granted :) Thank you for the videos, keep up the great work!

[@johnbaldwin143]

Love your work. Keep it all alive!

[@PerryKivolowitz-t1x]

The repetitive flute music can be done without. Your voice is great for narration and the nature sounds were awesome. The flute... wasn't.

[@joeskinner5236]

Agree

[@seanenright7091]

I diss agree completely I thought it was a lovely touch

[@007Vaughn]

Hey everybody! The solitaire nerd has an opinion!

[@leroybabcock6652]

The land is looking quite beautiful there

[@dannypaterson888]

The conditions you describe are statistically the most dangerous in terms of hypothermia. Also, VERY FEW youtubers publish their attempts to make a fire in the wet. Even those that market themselves as professional survivalists.

[@TerryClarkAccordioncrazy]

That's true, very few people are willing to publish their struggles and failures

[@empirekorea]

멋진 영상 잘보고 갑니다 응원드립니다

[@antonwearsakilt5209]

Looks like fun time's, thank you for sharing. Happy Easter MMXXIV God Speed

[@jekylthorn8969]

That bloke playing the flute could at least have helped build the fire!

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

A few observations, 1)the shedding hide is because of how it was tanned. You can't stop it. 2)in the 17th century Scotland had already been stripped of resources. 3)the Highlanders were completely dependent on the herds by this time for life alone. 4)this time period in history was still a strong time for the Scots, it didn't last long.

[@lindaseal1957]

Turtlewolfpack6061 commented on the reindeer hide not being tanned properly causes the molting. That would be interesting to see how it was tanned in the past by highlanders.

[@cycleSCUBA]

The SNP would be quite happy to drag Scotland back to these times as long as it broke from the UK.

[@huwthomas9954]

😂 I'm fae Scotland and totally agree

[@AdianGess]

Hi Tom, brave man, good video, nice music with water running in back ground. Bloody soaking brilliant yer hardy

[@steagathebeach]

Great grandfather crossed the pond in 1900, here north of Montréal in the Laurentians i've recently wondered this winter on warmer days how lads lived daily in a kilt for centuries...

[@crazyscotsman9327]

I got cold just watching that. But I imagine it was amazing when the fire started.

[@tonyg25]

I made your bannock bread for a hunt in nz a few weeeks ago, 10/10 will make again. I agree that cold and wet is the worst. Give me frozen any day.

[@Jen999]

We sure bet you were happy to get that fire started 🔥💜💙

[@josephr9551]

Loved your video, wish it was longer.

[@joannfuhrer3114]

This was my first time viewing your channel. I loved your content and will go back and look at videos where you explain your kit. (Ok...what was that you ate for breakfast?) I love the sound of running water and the music of bagpipes, but I'm thinking one or the other would have been more enjoyable.

[@PerryEllis-j7u]

About your reindeer hide shedding-afraid you’re doomed, my friend. Their winter hair is hollow, which makes it super warm. But the hair is also super brittle. It’ll keep shedding, but look on the bright side, in 3 or 4 years you’ll have a bunch of leather….. Summer hair isn’t hollow, and stays on the hide much longer, but it isn’t nearly as warm. Thanks for another excellent video!

[@whitejazz6663]

Ну ты мужик поди уже все Шотландию облазил)))) Маршрут по карте покажешь?

[@daniellewis3750]

Scotland has some of the best Open Access laws in the world. I heard you can walk anywhere.

[@whitejazz6663]

Здорово@@daniellewis3750

[@georgesouthwick7000]

The key to winter survival is simple…..stay dry and stay out of the wind.

[@CrimSang420]

...dead of winter? I just got back from walking on the frozen snow, in the woods, it still supports one and it's *April* dawwwg! Maybe next month we'll get scenery like this, maybe the one after that... Yeah, yeah, move outta the Arctic, I know... Don't wanna. ;D EDIT: ...I mean, when it gets good up here, it gets re he HE *HEALLLY* good, up here... RE-DIT: ...for like a month... And I'm not bi-polar, YOU'RE the one that's biPOlar..!

[@Louiseskybunker]

How much does your kit weigh?

[@Welther47]

Have you watched "Stephen fry plays Brigadier Blaster Sump | The Thin Blue Line"? The ultimate stereotype of the scottish wild man. :D

[@johnbaldwin143]

To stop any hide moulting soak it in Alum Nitrate. It will stop that! Although it is better done after the scraping and before the curing.

[@TeaVR]

Impressive! Great to see someone camping out in such a humid environment. I see so many videos where the KZbinr camps out in cold but very dry climates (where starting a fire seems easy).

[@LukasToya]

That shot of you lighting a fire in the dark, was cool af. 👏

[@64CHEVL]

Cool video!! Kill the background music, though. It sounds more like native American, and it's just distracting.

[@stephengarrett8076]

Outstanding vid great information 👍i like your persistence with the fire . Thank you 👍

[@vonsprague7913]

Excellent! I just couldn't live without my modern boots, tarp and a cup of coffee in the morning so well done. Slainte!

[@live4thehunttoday678]

This is great. Large cities are detrimental to the human and adventurer spirit. The wilderness and living as an active part of nature is the only way to live. I hunt and fish and camp, minimalist and otherwise. My 5 year old daughter is picking up Bushcraft and shoots her gun with a good eye already. Concrete is a problem. Wild places are rhe solution

[@stevedilts6276]

Once again an excellent video. However the flute, pipes and rushing water made hearing and understanding your brogue a bit difficult for this Yank. Too many folks over do the “background” music to the detriment of their videos quality. Just my pet peeve. I truly enjoy your love for accurate renditions of highland history.

[@chaswarren7239]

Wow that fire was a major achievment. I'm puzzled though, you seem to be surrounded by silver birch, but didn't seem to use any bark ?

[@Original50]

I'm going to be giving that Fandabi-Bannock recipe a try, but I just thought of a good name for them - 'Scones of Destiny'! 😅

[@zdravkostankov255]

Absolutely adorable video ❤

[@ToadieBog]

Really enjoyed it, thank you. Just a suggestion, little quitter background music.

[@tatianapellegrinelli]

I'm curious about what this guy does for work...is it related to his youtube content or is his work life completely removed from his survivalist hobbies?

[@TCP87]

Great video, thank you for you hard enjoyable work and insight.

[@jlouutube65]

Animal fat ...preferably bear, boiled with pine sap would be provide superior waterproofing of fabric and hides.😊

[@RetroFirepower]

I just got back from an over night wild camp and watched this. I smiled cos that wet wood is a pain but what a feeling when you get it going pure ecstasy

[@jean-charlesblanc8454]

impressive, so how much was the weight you were carrying, the back pack, looks quite heavy, 20 kilos ore more?

[@storbunlimitedbushcraft6996]

Great job

[@JamesVandorpe-b5n]

Nice video.Thanks. I'now allergic to wool so such a historical exercise would be the death of me.😊

[@ChiotaichMacDhomhnaill]

The reason not as much snow falls in scotland anymore is because of the mass deforestation - the amount of moisture in the air from vast amounts of flora had significantly decreased by the mid 20th century. Not to mention global climate issues. Rewilding with 100% native species of flora and fauna would really change scotland and northern europe for the better in the long term.

[@k9six185]

Be on the lookout for Claire Beauchamp…….genuine outlander. Rumor has it she shows up every 200 years or so.

[@Skill-Issue79]

With the bannock bread, something like Anzac biscuits would be quite similar in purpose

[@joeybravo6172]

I really want to do this. I know your thing is 17th century, but do you know any info off the top of your head regarding dress of medieval scottish men at arms? a lot of depictions I see doesn't really show their tartans, not sure if it was because they were banned or what. I know they didn't look like they did in braveheart. thanks!

[@chrisduckz]

There is a reason the SAS train survival skills in Wales. Because it’s wet, cold and miserable. It’s pushes people to the limit.

[@richardjames9091]

I was down here in West Yorkshire when this was filmed and it was cold here in the Pennines's so must have been much colder up there. Fair play to you Love the music and thanks for sharing..

[@AlizaLUCA]

Hi Are you up for some Norwegian ides that may help you in this condition?? Old school that will not compromise your ide of your ide of life? How to make your self a small comfortable shelter, to help against rain and wind. What of wood to collect. In what order. Put them on stones to keep them from getting more wet from the ground.

[@gorillanogin]

Awesome mate love it Got to get out side We walked the great glen way September ish last year Wild camped n completed it I used a festival ponshow as a roll mat Completed it n survived I blame you 😶 It worked 👍👌

[@madpixie02]

Very nice. I love the smallpipes background music. :)

[@wattyler9806]

Do you go out dressed like that. And if so why.

[@feartheoldblood]

If I saw a dude like this dressed up in the woods I'd pack up and go somewhere else. I dont like the idea of camping around mentally handicapped people playing youtube adventurer for likes.

[@deadeyedave444]

I'm wondering if you'd have still been warm and dry if it had rained in the night? It seems like the boughs you put under yourself would probably have done reasonably well at keeping you elevated from the damp, but I have no idea of the rain repelling qualities of reindeer hide or sheepskins.

[@jaycee2392]

Highlanders travelled light,thay could run 25 30 miles a day even in winter so never far from a warm bed and most forests were full of dry or useable wood to burn,most are gone now thanks to rich land owners and sheep farming.

[@Zaggrippas]

This is great ❤ just the thing I was looking for. U doing a great thing here! Greetings from the woods of Sweden 👋🇸🇪

[@ruthlessgray]

I have been cold and I have been wet. Didn't mind either too much. But on the few occasions I have been both wet and cold , I was miserable. How's you lie it?

[@zerowastecalifornia]

This looked very challenging but it was very interesting to watch! I was very fortunate that I was able to live in Scotland for a couple years in my 20s. Such an amazing place.