FOREST WILD CAMPING! | A Cold Night In The TENT!

Relaxed winter camping this time after some tough summit camps!
Devilla forest this time for a second visit with Monty and David. A cold night which was surprising resulted in a testing night for our sleeping setup. Overall a cold camp but enjoyable and warm thanks to the campfire.
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[@debbierennox931]

Gaz the scenery at the beginning of your video trees , light just beautiful thank you for sharing

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks Debbie, have to say Kincardine is a nice place. Not very known for its camping but worth a wee visit. ATB Gaz

[@Craigsoutdooradventures]

Once a week is hell of a commitment Gaz, fair play to you. I struggle with one a month juggling work and family life but planning on heading up your way in January. Great video again 👊

[@GazTheExplorer]

It’s a big commitment and challenge because I work every second Saturday and in winter with the lack of daylight it can be hard to have the time which is why I do short walks like this camp. Always worth making the time for the camps though. Thanks for your comment. ATB Gaz

[@MontyOutdoors]

Smashing video mate. Quality content, my ripped trousers in the groin area, a pizza, and you riddled with ticks.

[@GazTheExplorer]

All part of the fun I guess🤔😂 Definitely not a regular wild camping video from us. Makes it more exciting I guess😆 ATB

[@GazTheExplorer]

Hello Folks! It’s not often you hear Monty complain about a vestibule being too big. What’s your thoughts on the tent? Devilla Forest this time for a camp. Sometimes one of us does not have the time to do the hills so places like this is a good back up. Hope you enjoy.

[@MontyOutdoors]

4 man tent: 2 in the inner and 2 in each tent.

[@jimmyboyd817]

Gaz I will feedback Monty's behaviour and comments to the vestibule overlords. I've been too upset to comment after learning about the comments #vestibulegate

[@MontyOutdoors]

@@jimmyboyd817 😂😂😂

[@GazTheExplorer]

@@MontyOutdoors Perfect way to describe it😂

[@jimmyboyd817]

@@MontyOutdoors Will the vestibule hit squad take monty out before the OEX team?!? Taking bets on the FNL tommorow 😂

[@craigy1872]

Another enjoyable video Gaz, and It’s good to see a grey msr out in the wild. I’m one of the few who prefer it to the green fly 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@GazTheExplorer]

The Elixir is now my oldest tent and when I bought it back in 2019 I was not paying attention to the colour back then. It is a nice colour and works well with this tent. ATB Gaz

[@helenjackson2559]

Great video 😊

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks for watching the video Helen👍 ATB Gaz

[@lavvuwildcamper]

Nice one Gaz, great having a campfire ⛺️🔥

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks Lavvu, Something different for me. Still prefer camping up the hills and Monty’s new heater makes it more enjoyable too. ATB Gaz

[@suszh8981]

Another brilliant vid Gaz, the autumn colours were amazing and I'll give you 10/10 for the chilli con carne. The roadtrip sounds good totally understand if it doesn't happen though, I know how plans can change, but definitely looking forward to the other trips you're planning.

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks Suszh, unfortunately the road trip never went ahead or to plan due to the weather conditions this week. Managed to get a camping video done on Tuesday and have another planned for Saturday with Monty so all good now. Look forward to sharing my future trips with you. ATB Gaz

[@totomesch1940]

Monty's purely belter man...... Looks like an extra from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest! The most frightening wild camp I've ever had was in a large wood/forest in the borders area....... I dunno what the f**k was going on but I didnae get 1 wink of sleep. I was born & raised in the countryside so it's no as if I divnae kna about wild animals and the noises they make of a nighttime, but this was on another level. Never again. I love the set-up in a woodland camp, having a fire, cooking on it, etc, etc...... But no not for me! ATB

[@vespasian266]

Come on fella, do tell. if no one else is willing to read your story I am.

[@GazTheExplorer]

@@vespasian266 I do enjoy a story👍

[@GazTheExplorer]

I usually avoid woodland camps. The sounds and darkness has never bothered me but I just find the hills more interesting and enjoyable. When it comes to a campfire I prefer having one at an open Loch with views of the Munro’s when it’s dark.

[@MontyOutdoors]

My psychiatric team will agree with you 😂

[@AirdrieRambler]

A nice relaxing camp there, not often you get a pizza delivered though! Looks like you have an interesting programme of camps planned over the winter. Looking forward to your videos from them.

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks James! Yeah we both have a lot planned over the next few months. Good to see a lot of people seem to be watching our videos again. Nice to get the channel going👍 ATB Gaz

[@kevinchisholm1701]

Nice to hear your plans for winter. It's a hard season to be out and about during. Hope the new tent helps make it easier for you 😊 ATB Kevin

[@GazTheExplorer]

Should have an interesting video of the new tent coming up next Wednesday. Got to test it out on a first windy camp and it performed well.. maybe even better than the Soulo. Agree that winter is a hard time but once January is out the way it becomes a little bit more bearable I think. ATB Gaz

[@kevinchisholm1701]

@@GazTheExplorer I look forward to your next video then!

[@LakeDistrictOutdoors]

Class video mate. Subscribed 😊

[@Moffatmountainadventures]

Good wee plans Gaz. Only realised there I’ve not been subbed but I’ve watched yours for a while now. Loads of good spots up Ben Chonzie. Got my eye on a few summit camps this winter too. All the best Rab / moffat mountain adventures

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks Rab, I do look forward to revisiting Ben Chonzie again. I know RS Outdoors has summit camped it so I should be able to get the Nallo up there too. Enjoy your camps when you’re out there👍 ATB Gaz

[@patdunne3277]

Another cracking camp Gaz!!

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks Pat👍 Can’t do wrong with Devilla. Think the next time I go I will need to join Monty and get a Pizza too. ATB Gaz

[@CraigDroneAdventures]

Nice video mate. Looks like a good spot you found

[@GazTheExplorer]

We found an ideal area. The forest was mostly covered in nettles. ATB Gaz.

[@stealthandysteath1069]

Nice one 👍. Sounds great out once a week, get in 😀. Just hoping the weather turns out cold. Not had a chance of a good winter camp for ages lol. Thanks for sharing. Atb Andy

[@GazTheExplorer]

I’m looking for colder weather and clear skies. Nice have warmer temperatures with the clouds but it usually brings too much rain with it. Once a week is possible. Just a shame I work every second Saturday so I’m up against the daylight. ATB Gaz

[@stealthandysteath1069]

@@GazTheExplorer that's the only thing about winter. The early dark nights. I love the dark nights, just like u clear sky's an hot coffee lol.

[@MrGreekstatue]

Nice wee spot. I'm desperate for a winter camp. Hopefully, it will be a local camp soon. Probably the pentlands.

[@GazTheExplorer]

I’m due a camp in the Pentlands. Still need to find out what the parking situation is like there now with the changes to the car parks. Heard about the pay and display but will need to find out about the overnight parking there. Would not surprise me if there is no overnight parking signs up after the recent behaviour at the Reservoirs the last few summers. Either way I hope you get out and enjoy a wild camp soon. ATB Gaz

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Nice video 👍

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks for watching, ATB Gaz

[@richpearce7828]

The vestibule is way to big half that size would be perfect. Getting out once a month is hard enough for me let alone once a week😁 But look forward to watching your adventures as always. 👍🏻🍻

[@GazTheExplorer]

I agree with the vestibule being too big. Makes the tent far too big and vulnerable to the wind. I think once a week is a good goal to stay motivated. Maybe being single helps with that🤔 More adventures to come👍 take care, ATB Gaz

[@angelfishtiger]

Loved this vid Gaz. The opening shot colours of the trees and the light are stunning 😍 Good luck with your future plans. Don’t give up!

[@GazTheExplorer]

Thanks Angie, looks like we are enjoying our camps again which is the most important part. Should help the channel be more consistent in the future. ATB Gaz

[@roberttolley5055]

Hey new to your channel,, USA Ohio city Marshaville.

[@GazTheExplorer]

Always good hearing from people from the USA. Hope you’re well! ATB Gaz

[@stephenbell8815]

Monty's fly open? 😂

[@GazTheExplorer]

Oh dear 🤔

[@grant666uk]

Alright Mate. Did you leave your car in the circular carpark when you went to Devilla ? Cheers.

[@GazTheExplorer]

We left our cars near the police college. Shorter walk to the part of the forest where we camped.

[@grant666uk]

@@GazTheExplorer cheers bud. Found it on the map. I take it the wee loch is almost directly north from the police parking spot ? Thanks again

[@GazTheExplorer]

@@grant666uk The wee Loch is called moor Loch on Google maps. It’s about a 15 minute walk from the police college.

[@grant666uk]

@@GazTheExplorer cheers bud. It's well hidden on Google maps eh. Sure I have walked the dogs round there in the past. Gona head there for a wee overnighter soon. Thanks for your help.

[@grant666uk]

​@GazTheExplorer alright cocker. Asked you about parking at this location around 5 months ago. Lol only just got round to taking a drive over. Turns out you can't park in the police collage as there is a barrier ?? Did you just park in the housing estate below ? Cheers Bud.