FIRST TASTE OF WINTER WILD CAMPING on Pavey Ark Lake District UK - Backpacking

[@ravusursi893]

I just wanted to say thank you. I’m disabled ex-law enforcement and I suffer terribly with my mental health. However, your videos, especially the colder months ones, really lift my spirit and bring me some light for a while. Hopefully I’ll be able to buy you a beer one day and say thanks in person. Give that big daft dog a big hug from me. Thanks buddy. 👍🏻

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

It’s messages like this that motivate me to carry on showing our adventures. All I want to do is pass on some positivity so I’m glad you gain from it. Thank you so much. All love and luck. Al

[@ChristineParkinson-ek1ll]

Merry Xmas Al ur a breath of fresh air !! Lov ur energy ✨️ ​@@BUSHMANandBLUE

[@vickiparadice3769]

You touch our lives in so many ways and not just with the camping but the dog, the music, the scenes and the use of your drone. All add up to a delightful experience.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Awwwwww thank you ☺️. I’m glad you appreciate our adventures 😬

[@seanr2968]

Great to see the best team in the outdoors back at it. No weekend is complete without a new Bushman and Blue epic!

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

👊

[@eduardsakels7812]

Thank you a lot for sharing your amazing adventure at English fells !

[@DartmoorPaul]

Happy New Year, All and Blue. It’s been too long since I’ve watched one of your videos, life etc in the way. But this was a wonderful one to pick to start 2025. Classic Lakeland scenery, beautifully filmed and a great adventure with you both. Thank you as always for inspiring content.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Welcome back my friend👍.

[@PeterDClack...]

What a delightful romp Al, you and Bluey back on the trail. Clear to see you enjoying life and the solitude. We're glad winter is coming and look forward to your adventures over the mountains and hills. We held our breath too as your bag and camera gear plunged down the cliffside. We would never have seen such glorious landscapes and sunsets without you. So thanks from me and Susie.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thanks as always Pete (and Susie). I’m glad you can join me on these adventures.

[@darlingdale6117]

YAY, A L AND bLUE are back! hi blue, have missed you beautiful boy!,,Al you will have to start giving Blue a treat when he goes camping with you!...cant wait to get back to your videos,,,,,💖💖🍷🍷🐑🐑xxx

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thanks ☺️. He does get treats. I gave him a pigs ear on this one but he wasn’t really interested but did taste my flapjack in the morning which I was surprised he liked.

[@jr3409]

Great to see Mr Blu-ey dog out again. Beautiful views. Thanks for another wonderful video.

[@kathleenorr9237]

Your bag travelled well, scooting down there! Hope nothing damaged…better it than you though. Great seeing Blue again ❤

[@maxineblick451]

Absolutely beautiful scenery ! Love watching you and Blue . Cheers from NZ.

[@williamagar7160]

Your videos are so very well put together. Outstanding scenery and outstanding editing shows the Lakes to their best advantage.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I love to show these places off in all their glory. The drone helps. Thanks Will

[@danexitsstreetview3273]

Great spot and good to see you camping in the freezer once more. It is indeed the best time of year to be out despite the long nights and cold.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Yes often 14 hours plus in a tent. Not for everyone 😂

[@frednorman1]

Another tip for sleeping in very cold weather is to use a balaclava , thin like polypro, and you can still wear a knitted cap over it

[@joannajones8218]

wonderful as always! Thanks Al and gorgeous Blue dog🤩

[@mykspence]

They're back! Fabulous.

[@stevenwood5595]

Love the winter videos with the beautiful blue

[@liveandletdielife989]

Everyone's favourite mutt...... and Blue

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

😂😂😂

[@medievalladybird394]

😂😂

[@StuckInTheMatrixWithYou]

Not long done my first wild camp at 55 and am looking forward to the next, your channel was one of the first I came across and it's inspired me to do my own. Cheers mate enjoying your journey.

[@juliecoppin4165]

Nice to see you both back Al and Blue x

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

☺️

[@philpoole5670]

Great to see the two of you out n about in the lakes ….. Anne the bag proved how much care is needed when out … great vlog

[@hollylewis5302]

So nice to see sweet Blue dog! That was quite the scramble. I thought you were just going to slide on your bottom down that slab! Ha! Thank you!

[@davidwatson353]

Nice one I really enjoyed that adventure

[@kasturiepillay8072]

Thank goodness you both are safe 🙏. Please stay safe!😊

[@davemayers9342]

Many moons ago, I was climbing up that gully on a cold wet winters day, and got my backpack snagged on an overhanging bit of rock. For what seemed like forever I was stuck. Couldn't go up or down and my hands were slipping off the holds. I was about to make the same fall as your bag just did. With some scary wriggling about, I managed to free the bag and made it up. The old poop shoot was a bit pukkered up I'll tell you. Like the blunt end of a rag man's trumpet.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Wow instantly an unexpected dangerous situation. Lucky you sorted it otherwise it would be a very different story 👊

[@katiebooth2031]

Great video, as always xx

[@INSOLESandLACES]

Great to see you out with Blue. Hope all your gear survived it's tumble, amazing how far it went. Big love from Wales❤.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

All the gear seems fine although I haven’t tested my drone yet. Luckily it didn’t go off a cliff.

[@ClareDenham-j6q]

Great to see you back & the beautiful blue. Keep the videos coming it makes my sunday evenings so much better. We walked up there & on to stickle pike in the summertime it was absolutely breath taking, sat there chilling with a brew for hours watching the world go by. Everytime we decide to do a wild camp the weather changes . Last time we attemped it we had to sleep in the car because the weather was so crap. 😢 On my bucket list for next spring.

[@vi0205]

Thank you Allen and Blue ❤❤

[@danielpreto122856]

felicitaciones lindo video, muy bien editado, saludos desde Argentinas

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thank you my friend 👊

[@mananddog.outdoors]

Great to see you both back out again... Great video Al. A freezing camp is always a good one! Ive had similar happen having my bag take a tumble on the Glyderau in Snowdonia! Took it off to prevent it fork pushing me forward down something similar!

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

It could always be worse 😂

[@Marymooau]

Love the winter videos more than any. Please give Blue a pat from me in Australia 🇦🇺 ❤

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Will do ☺️. Thanks.

[@1bea2008]

Great to see you and BLUEEEE . Amazing views

[@seanstacey3223]

Nice to have the team back together Al 👍😁 Looking forward to following you and Blue in your winter adventures 😊

[@ExploreAboveAndBelow]

Hi Al, great to see you and Blue back enjoying the home turf and I'm definitely looking forward to more of your winter adventures, best time of the year for it. On Monday I managed to get a night in the hills and say hello to the first snow of the season on the Mourne Mountains, it was brilliant. I'd guess you've been out in storm Bert somewhere white too!! Keep up the great work mate, I truly appreciate all the effort you put into making these videos for us to enjoy 👍🏽

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I was actually at the Kendall Mountain Festival. It was horrendous weather. Nice to get a snow camp in this early👊

[@hsnozgr]

You and Blue always inspire me, man! Great video as always! Thanks for sharing your adventures and taking us along with you. I’m sorry for the back but glad everything in it survived😅

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thanks mate. Yes luckily everything seemed to be ok in the bag👍

[@darrenphillips1642]

Outstanding yet again. I hope that your equipment is ok. Im sure that it is. Like you said, just laugh 😂😊

[@Michael-oy3pz]

Beautiful countryside and I’m jealous now, 🇦🇺😁

[@CS-vr7uo]

Good job that bag didn’t wipe out Blue!! That Sky was stunning

[@rogerconje4466]

Nice to see you blue... Yeeeey 😊 and also u al☺️😊

[@marcomcdowell8861]

Looks like Blue had a great time herding you for a bit😂

[@julieplumb3427]

Great adventure! Thanks 😊

[@juliagoatly5857]

Definitely just laugh because it's just stuff. You and Blue are safe! Blue is such a beautiful boy and he's made for the mountains.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thanks Julia

[@adge_ventures4915]

Great to see A and B back out again 🙂 Weather defo turning now Al......long nights mean more space and that tent has it! Hope you and the family are well mate, Adge

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

The space and design of that tent is pretty good as it has a longer sleeping section on one side. Needs properly testing though😉

[@Scousebazzer]

Great as always. If youve never had the love of a dog, you wouldn't understand.

[@andye222]

Wednesday night was bitter Al up on Scafell. Recorded -8.3c at one point. But what a spectacular experience with an amazing sunrise. I saw a quote on Instagram not long ago! ‘Seeing a therapist costs money, hiking is free’. Please can you tell Vic that before I buy anything else 👍😂Thanks Al.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

😂 I agree you can get better therapy than the outdoors. It’s prescribed by doctors in Japan👌

[@andye222]

@ the flights would probably be cheaper Al than the kit I’ve got now. All your fault of course Al 😉🤣

[@graham_avis6105]

Amaing video as ever Al, cheers bud.

[@derekblythe6143]

Great video as alway's

[@raysmith163]

great to see you 2 back where u belong

[@CribGoch39]

Couldn’t believe how your bag kept going down the gulley. You’d have thought it would just stopped right next to where you were sat. Could imagine me doing the same 😂

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

It showed how steep it was which the camera doesn’t really show. It made me laugh😂

[@therossendalerambler-mikei7294]

Has to be my favourite part of the lakes the Langdale Valley. Staying at the Langdale hotel mid January to do Pike O Blisco with the Mrs and possibly the Pikes if she is up to it.

[@lottie2525]

Absolutely stunning views all around. The ice looked so pretty too. Thanks for taking us along with you on your amazing hikes in the Lakes, my fave Yorkshire duo, happen so, like as maybe 😃

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thanks Lottie☺️

[@jamie152]

any update on the gear in the bag? reminds you how quick things can go wrong. love these types of vids where you take the harder routes hopefully more to come bud.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

All seems to have survived luckily. Yes on a different mountain the back could have been lost forever which could put you in danger without your kit.

[@tristanpage6805]

Look forward to the next

[@matt6477]

Thank you ❤

[@briankirkup]

Good one Allen what a location. Hope the gear in the backpack are OK. Stay safe. B. K.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I think it all survived. A funny moment 😂

[@highflyer1878]

Always look forward to seeing you and blue out and enjoying life .😊 could I ask how old Blue is ?

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Cheers. He is 9 now

[@neileddy3155]

Good to see you both out & about again! Lovely countryside with some amazing views! Great videos mate! Hope nothing is damaged after that tumble!! If drone is done Costco have a great price for a DJI mini 4 pro of £559 if you need a new one! Just ordered one for myself & can't wait for it to come! Going to the Yorkshire dales again in March for a fortnight so will be flying it then to get some great footage of the area! Keep them coming Al hope to see more vids more often now. Cheers!

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Cheers buddy. I think all is okay with my gear. At some point I’d like to upgrade to a ‘pro’ version it would definitely help my videos.

[@hedleythorne]

Excellent production Al. Hoping to reach those lowly camping temperatures myself sometime this winter! I hope that all of your equipment survived the fall. -Hedley

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Winter is definitely my favourite. I love the cold weather and the challenge of it. Cheers Hedley.

[@mantassvambaris7039]

Great video, as always👍👍👍 laugh to tears like never😂 hope theres no damage😀👍

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

😂 as I said ‘shit happens’

[@charliebear2777]

Beautiful spot boys! mate I thought that bag wasn't gonna stop 😅😂🙌

[@prothor]

Such a nice calm episode. Untill the backpack went tumbling 😅. More of this and longer 🥰😺

[@jasperbarlow2582]

Love the lake district, luckily i live in county durham so it,s only an hours motorbike ride for me, good video and well edited, keep it up.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

So much to explore in the Lakes👌

[@stephenconroy9283]

A little bit of rope or paracord always comes in handy in that kind of terrain… Lowering packs down and the like. Hope ya gear was ok. ✊👍

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I actually always carry some paracord. You never know when you might need it.

[@Peter-Lindsay]

What a fantastic camping spot. Certainly a sketchy descent the following morning definitely, not one for the faint hearted 😮 😂

[@normanc.2021]

Hi AL. That was an enjoyable hike with you and Blue it's been a bit since I've commented Hope all is well in your world

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Cheers Norm. All good mate👊

[@tracywesterman4069]

At least it wasn't you tumbling down that hill. It could have been so much worse. Possessions can be replaced. Love Blue. He's gorgeous.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Always feel lucky 😬

[@davehumpleby3440]

My friend and I wildcamped there during Storm Bert. We also camped at Angle and Red Tarns. With windchill, it got down to -17°C. This was beyond the limits of my so-called 'winter' quilt, and I froze my b*ll*cks off for 3 consecutive nights. First thing I did when I got back was buy a -20°C comfort-rated sleeping bag. Never again do I intend to be that cold. 🥶 I have to say, from watching you pick up your bag one-handed, it looked pretty light. I guess it's all relative, as I was carrying 3 days worth of food and supplies. It was a beast of a pack and with hindsight, I took too much stuff. I'm glad I took 2 trekking poles, as I doubt very much my joints would have survived without them. All in all, it was a a fantastic trip but also a valuable lesson in kit choice. I have some serious streamlining to do!

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

There is always a balance with carrying the weight as obviously it’s better to be safe. I have some extremely lightweight gear that helps. Worth spending the money on a decent sleeping bag👊

[@shahinmiah5561]

"The loveliest spot that man hath found" "William wordsworth"

[@jankarel6454]

What can I say? Another beautiful video. Sunshine, views for miles, and the perfect partner in crime for another adventure. Don't know which was sketchier, that ration pack or the scary climb down. (Better your backpack goes tumbling down a mountain than your noggin doing that.)

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

😂 both were sketchy but I survived. A very wholesome camp in one of my favourite places.

[@Terrylyon1979]

Great adventure al first point the meal is boil in the bag thus saving you cleaning and the other shit rolls down hill 😂 best practice to lower with some para cord but at least you and blue are fine .hopefully you equipment too thanks for the content 🙏

[@davidfarrell8451]

Inspirational. 1DAAT.

[@maxenglish3328]

Love the content, thank you for sharing. Dude, your dog @ 13:22 looks so cosy and chilled ☺ I think you’ve inspired me to do something very similar. Do you have any brief tips/advice for a first timer?

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I’d always say test your kit and learn how it works fully somewhere very safe. Also pick good weather👌👊

[@garyvause2475]

How's blue doing he'll have a few yrs now will he,I see he's not carrying his own gear bless him love dogs all ways faithful atb

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

He’s still a ninja

[@mattmckay949]

Wasn't familiar with this part of the Lake District but looks epic so going to go check it out .... Thanks for the great video!

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

The Langdale pikes are awesome. Some great hikes👊

[@lukewilliams7860]

Fantastic as always! How do you stay so fit? I mean running up and down mountains every weekend must help! But do you do any running or lifting weights etc outside of that? Keep doing what you're doing Al! 🙌❤

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I’ve not been to a gym for 20 years. I just run and cycle really.

[@xix94]

Can not wait for winter The couple of days of snow was amazing Please do a winter load out/ kit review would love to know what jacket you use for winter

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I might do one soon

[@cruisesandland]

What was easy about that gully? I always look forward to your videos.

[@Twa-Dags]

Definitely the right choice to send the bag down first! Wouldn't be a bad shout to carry a shortish length of climbing rope for the next time!

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

There are similar situations that some paracord would help definitely 👌

[@Twa-Dags]

Even better! Less weight and space! ​@@BUSHMANandBLUE

[@Scousebazzer]

Not watched for a while Dave and it popped up on my phone, so bottle of wine opened and immersed myself in to the video on KZbin. Great video and genuinely relate to you out of all the vids I watch. Everyone is different but you where my original and others followed , they all have their own edge but your still the one I seem to connect with. Anyway you seem to have a few niggles here and there ! I got to 57 without any issues ! Then it was all down hill, now I struggle up and down the stairs, as iv mentioned before, so love connecting with you guys. Keep up the great work. Barry G Ps: You did meet my lad when he was bagging (Paul) when he put you on to me 😊 fairways to hills I think he calls himself. He's taken up my mantle and loves the solitude of the hills, although he takes his daughter up a lot too.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thanks mate I’m glad you appreciate what I get up to. Definitely some niggles that I need some rest to help them heal. Keep going 👊

[@KevinWoodsWorkshop]

I think I’ll give easy gully a miss, great video and thanks for sharing.

[@jackwilson9429]

Jeez al you was definitely not exaggerating about your bag flying down 😂 was good seeing you at KMF last night fella

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Yes it was off! Nice chatting with you again mate👊

[@roybarford]

Great video! Nice to meet you in Aldi tonight! Did your kit survive the tumble?

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Glad you came to say hi. Hopefully next time can chat some more. I think all my kit is okay luckily.

[@Fellmandave1]

Just got a decent Drone, Al, inspired by your cinematic shots. So cheers, I'll send you the bill!

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

😂 I’m sure you’ll love it.

[@paulinefebruary7816]

I wonder why it's called "Easy" Gully!! Great video as always!

[@chrishamilton2527]

Alan, your trekker chair is behind you but not in use?

[@thebiglizzard6701]

Well that's the bag down😮

[@BROSIDEGAMING]

Hello, do you have any advice for parking in the area? Cheers, Finn

[@liseschlerkjr9900]

Lovely to see you out in the cold again. I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos 😊 All the best from Denmark.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Thanks. My favourite time of year to camp😬

[@dazday40]

Always rely on an army ration pack. Great video.

[@R02D]

Fantastic video, mate 👏 maybe get some havy duty para cord or rope for lowering the backpack 😂

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Yes would have helped 😂

[@R02D]

@BUSHMANandBLUE Mate your videos are absolutely stunning! The way you capture the beauty of the Lake District and share your experiences makes me feel like I'm right there with you. I love the tips you provide on camping and the trails you explore. Your passion for the outdoors really shines through, and it's inspiring to see how you connect with nature. Keep up the fantastic work; I can't wait to see more of your adventures!

[@yorkshirepureevil9070]

“As tight as a Yorkshire Man’s pocket!”.. LOL 😂

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

‘Tis true 😂

[@iansellers1251]

Great to wake up to thanks ,( ever have any issues with Blue damaging the floor of the tents ?)

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

No never had an issue. His nails are well worn and not sharp with all the adventures we do.

[@emmamorgan7171]

Beautiful crisp scenery - like you said, best time of year. Agree....Blue a little more graceful than you on the rocky decent! :)

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

😂yes he’s so good at dancing down these places

[@scousism]

What is the tent you are using? Great videos.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

This is wechsel tempest 2. The space is really good. I’m gonna test it more to see how it performs. It’s only a 3 season but seems well made.

[@GiftOfDaGab_91]

Ok, so got worried bout Blue at the end he kinda disappeared as soon as you came down that steep climb, had me wondering "where's ya dog?"

[@IAmTheOnlyMrDaryl]

Cant help but laugh at the bag incident. All you could do was watch and wait

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

It was funny. Luckily it survived 👌

[@NathanAtton]

Hi mate can you recommend any traction devices for salomon quest 4 boots, not rated b1 but some people say there as stiff as. I heard you can use some c1 crampons with a flex bar but I'm not sure. Don't plan on anything too technical but if I use the Llanberis path up snowdon or the wasdale route up scafell for an example. Will microspikes be enough? Cheers

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Often microspikes are enough but you can get a flexible crampons I have the Petzl Leopard FL which are lightweight

[@NathanAtton]

@BUSHMANandBLUE thanks mate ill take a look

[@wandering_stu]

I used Grivel G10s with the flex bar on my old Quests a couple of times. It works fine for most walking but I wouldn't want to use it on steeper ground where you're on the front points of the crampons. The Quests are still pretty flexible compared to proper winter boots so it puts a lot of stress on the flex bar and also risks the heel popping loose.

[@bleucosmo]

Osprey packs are good downhill scramblers..but no anywhere close to Blue.

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

😂 that bag definitely goes downhill well. It shows how steep it is.

[@neilt7191]

How do Al, another stunner of a sunrise. What is it they say "we all want the view but not everyone wants the climb"

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

Yes although as you know the effort of the climb makes the view even better. Cheers Neil.

[@neilt7191]

@BUSHMANandBLUE i trust the contents of your pack are still useable. Give Blue a pat for me and both of you take it easy. Is it too early to wish you a 'Merry Christmas to you all, and here's to a healthy & prosperous 2025'. We're in Keswick for the Festive Period, i'll raise a glass for all us outdoorsy types. Neil.

[@andrewstennett3186]

Great adventure that for you and Blue. You did the right thing with your bag though and hope all is right with its contents. Stunning views from there Al and yeah,there is something about those winter camps that are special and no b#£tard midges. Another great put together video with fantastic footage. Do you reckon the Lanshan 2 (4season non pro) would of survived that camp? Have you got what 3 words for that one as looks a belting spot. Take care Al and mutt. Best wishes

[@BUSHMANandBLUE]

I’m emailed you👊. Luckily it seems everything in the bag survived👍

[@andrewstennett3186]

@BUSHMANandBLUE cheers pal and glad all survived in the bag. ATB matey