FREEZING Winter Bushcraft Camp With New Kit Loadout

Join me on my first real winter bushcraft wild camp where the temperature dropped to -4oc. With the help go my new bushcraft kit, including my gransfors bruh Scandinavian forest axe and my silky bigboy. I was able to construct a raised bed which helped so much to keep me warm through the night.
Hope you enjoy the video
All the best!
Dazzy
Amazon links to all the gear I use...
SHELTERS & SLEEPING
DD Superlight Tarp 3X2.9 - amzn.to/3EW5swM
DD Superlight Hammock - amzn.to/3Lo4cFb
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Redcap Lightweight Camping Pillow - amzn.to/30HxmkO
Trekology Ultralight Air Pillow - amzn.to/30JVR5N
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WATER BOTTLES & COOKING
Klean Kanteen 1182ml Wide Bottle - amzn.to/37JqBhV
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LANTERNS & LIGHTS
Mifa Wild Camping Lantern -
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TOOLS
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[@danqrl]

There's a saying "be bold, start cold" you should have set off on your hike from the car with less layers on to avoid sweating. Rather than having to sit and wait to climatise you really have to manage your layers taking then on and off as needed. I know it's a faff but it's the best way. Good video, keep em coming

[@OUTDOORALLY]

We had a similar ethos in the army , only put a layer on if your really really feeling it .Because once all your layers are on , if your still cold you stay cold unless your moving or have an external heat source.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Sound advice. This is what I should’ve done really

[@pennsyltuckyreb9800]

Yep. It could be 20° F and I'll still hump out with just a long sleeve shirt on. I get hot and sweaty quick. What I add to my system is a 100% wool "patoo" they wear in places like Afghanistan/Pakistan/Nepal. Only 2lbs and thin but tight weave and very warm. I'll just have the long sleeve shirt and then wrap my head, face, neck, and upper shoulders while I walk so if I do sweat, it's wool and it'll breathe and wick away moisture or I can simply quickly adjust it more open or less open as I go depending on how the Temps change. More efficient and comfortable than an overcoat, IMO. I have my actual winter jacket strapped to the pack and usually only wear it once I'm still for awhile or at camp. It doubles as added insulation and cover inside your sleeping bag if you have one. Put it over the outside of the bag if you're rolling with a fire.

[@descendantofgoku5548]

A phrase we learned in the forces, "DRESS FOR THE SECOND MILE"

[@Welder6131]

Looked like a good time👌🍻

[@billyharden9316]

Daz if your mat is water proof you could put leaves between the spars an make it more level.😉good to see you out again.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Yes mate that’s great advice. I’ll give that a go next time round

[@modern3heretic]

Dazzy, I like your content cuz your just a dude goin out and just doing it, not the up in your face with elaborate and perfect builds bushcraft camping stuff. Started following when you were like 300, Keep it up man 3K + subs...👍

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Legend thanks man!

[@treksntarps]

Nice one mate . Enjoyed that . Love that canvas tarp , especially for winter camping. Glad you both stayed warm . Have a great Christmas 🎄 🏕👍

[@DazzyOutdoors]

I know I want that canvas tarp 😂 Merry Christmas to you too mate

[@TienBuildingFarm]

very good videos and beautiful scenery

[@dianejones493]

Looks like a great winter camp, good sleep, nice fire, and no midgies! 😆👍

[@DazzyOutdoors]

😂 you know me well! I hate midgies !

[@patty8073]

Another great video Dazzy! Keep it up

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@punisherlj9438]

Fantastic wild winter camp. As usual, enjoyed the content and the adventure. Some good winter boots and you will be set. The new saw and axe worked well!

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks for taking the time to watch. I’ll go back to my Scarpa boots for the next camp. They’re tried and tested

[@dadandlokiinthewoods8806]

I love my guys who do this. It makes me feel fuzzy inside. To know there r fellow winter campers out. Much reapect.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Haha yes great to hear there’s more like minded people out there. I have to say I think winter is now my fav time of year to camp

[@AirstripBum]

I enjoyed it Daz! Dazzy always dazzles! Ha ha! Cheers! I'm sitting here with my broken leg watching you camp and wishing I was out there myself. I'm almost ready to go out in the woods myself. The leg is healing and I'm weaning myself off of the cane. I can get up and go to the kitchen for coffee without it.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Haha cheers! I hope you’re able to get out before the end of winter. I think it’s become my fav time of year

[@AirstripBum]

@@DazzyOutdoors Yeah, I like camping in winter because the snakes and gators are hibernating and won't bother me.

[@MB-wp2px]

Excellent call on the Gränsfors Bruk! It is a bit on the pricy side, but it is worth every penny! Mine arrived sharp enough to shave forearm hairs off. Vikings are alive and well. I ended up paracord wrapping the handle. Found it improved the grip and comfort when chopping for longer periods of time, and extra cordage is always 👍

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Same here, also came razor sharp I was well impressed. I’ll most likely copy you with the paracord wrap before I go out on my next camp

[@GrizzzyK]

Easiest sub of all time. Hope all is well man, keep ‘em coming! Buying a Scandinavian Forest axe today. I already have the outdoor axe which I take on long loops but want something a tick bigger.

[@WhereGascoyneGoes]

I've just stumbled across your channel but notice you've not posted any videos for a while. Have you stopped making videos?

[@joepublic573]

nice one guys... looks like you both had a decent time :)

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Aye mate, good to get out with some friends now and again 😃

[@AdventuresofGraywolf]

Good on you for getting out there and getting uncomfortable. I split many, many cords of wood all year 'round when I was a kid, for my home wood heater and for some family. One tip that makes things easier is to read the wood before you chop it. Most of the time, you can find a slight crack in it to target but as you mentioned, you have to keep knots in mind. The cracks won't steer you wrong though and they go around the knots. Too many people only go out when the weather's nice so they don't really ever learn all they need to survive. For the feet, I've spent way too many nights freezing my toes so I always bring a pair of large merino wool socks and a pair of puffy booties. They pack down fairly small but they'll keep your feet absolutely toasty warm. One of the reasons people's feet get cold is because they're sweaty and wet from hiking around so changing into sleeping socks is a must. Another is that boots and tight socks cut off the circulation to your feet so they'll not be able to warm themselves. I'm not as good with accents as I used to be but I'd guess Black Country? Wolverhampton area maybe? I'm prolly off though but I'd be curious to know how close that is from your area.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks mate some really good advice again, I definitely be taking that on board. You’re a little bit off haha I’m from Durham way so north east

[@AdventuresofGraywolf]

@@DazzyOutdoors Holy crap was I off! There was a time I could narrow down to about 20 mins away a fair amount of times. Spent 6 weeks in the military at Mildenhall. Loved it there. Guess I'll have to plan a trip to see Britain so I can hear them again

[@flaxenelbow6987]

Hell yeah new vid

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Yes mate! 👍

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

Hey Dazzy, you earned a new sub today. Looked like a nice winter camp with zero traces left in the morning. 👍 I've Seen those "Bushcraft Spain" tarps used by a Canadian girl who does some serious winter camping, they are high quality kit by all accounts.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks mate, welcome to the channel! 👍 I think I know who you’re on about. I’ve not slept under one before but just seeing my mates up close they look quality like

[@anthonyjacobs6790]

Lovely video, you make me want to get out there. Did a camp at the beginning of December, which got down to around 3°C, but I'm now eagerly awaiting the next cold snap. I've just subscribed and look forward to your next video.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks Anthony. Welcome to the channel. I might try and brave some winter swimming on the next one. Hope you can get out soon too

[@holmenadventurecamp]

What a blast, great video. Much love, best wishes. Regarding raised beds, you may want to try building it with your top logs running the length instead of the width. If your in a hurry, anyway. Great video, keep em coming! Dig it! ❤

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks mate. Yeah that’s a great idea, I’ll give it a try that way round next time. Atb

[@anthonyleithead3224]

Where is this guy gone? Not updated in ages

[@davidhudson7590]

Great camp that one lads I got the hultafors large trekking axe n love it think it's just cosmetics between them I made a Paracord overstrike cost a pound n seems like do job

[@DazzyOutdoors]

There something special about axes like haha. It seems like you can’t go wrong with either company. That’s my next job, to get a paracord wrap on

[@davidhudson7590]

A reckon a good axe you could live using so many uses and megga versatile tool for outdoors worth carrying and just brings out the big kid and you want do stuff wi axe

[@georgeohwell7988]

You're a brave lad...

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Cheers man

[@alanrobinson2229]

Brass monkies Enjoyed watching in front of my log burner. I thought you were doing all that chopping for fire,you made a nice bunk.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Nice one, I feel like I can do so much now with these new tools

[@randyrc58]

Where I live -4C is balmy. Just went through a period of -40C. I still went out though. Lol.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Respect for going out in that temperature! I’d love to give it a try

[@VanLifeMum]

Offt brave men camping out in minis temps 🥶

[@bgtrev]

Enjoyable video, hope you do the axe comparison as these two are on my "to purchase" list. Will you be putting a collar on your axe for extra protection? We all get it slightly wrong now and then!

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Yeah I’d love a proper leather one but should do a paracord wrap the time being

[@magicworldbyjorg]

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Will do! And thank you for taking time to watch it

[@magicworldbyjorg]

@@DazzyOutdoors Thank you very mutch... have a nice Start of the week.... see you….

[@XaLoiVlog]

Hello brother, my country never has snow, climate is always from 25 to 38 heaters) I watch from Hanoi - Vietnam. Good health.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Nice vid, l did something similar but on the hills last weekend. Was gibbers! How comes you left it until mid afternoon to set off? My first thought was that you’ll run out of daylight before you get set up. A glowstick hung in a tree is a good reference point when moving away from your camp in low light/dark conditions.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks mate. Just what time I could get out. I like that glow stick tip, I should add one to my kit

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@DazzyOutdoors yeah they’re cheap so if it’s lost/stolen it’s not a drama.

[@scotbotvideos]

You may want to get some clip-on spikes for your boots. Worthwhile having them in your car for winter as a just-in-case anyway.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Good shout. I think I’ll make up a little just-in-case kit for the car

[@kennethwilson8633]

Camp cots are so light these days you should look into one I mean you carry a chair. Have fun stay safe.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

I actually wouldn’t mind trying one of those out. Good shout

[@mylesaway8892]

Ello daz! Great video mate! What boots are you using now? Dr martins?

[@DazzyOutdoors]

I was just testing them out on this trip they were the doc martens combs boot. I’ll be back in my Scarpa gtx on the next one

[@rodneyhull9764]

Quite possibly a reason you slept well was the positive psychological effect of having someone with you

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Yeah that’s a good point, I’ve found that does help also and maybe the whiskey too haha

[@seanmurphy6955]

long time no see m8

[@OUTDOORALLY]

Enjoyed that , new sub here 👍🏻🏕

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thank you so much! Welcome 👍

[@frankjones4113]

Love your videos. What axe are you using ? 🤔

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Thanks! It’s the gransfors bruk Scandinavian forest axe

[@moorshound3243]

Yo dude hope you're good.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Aye been slacking recently but new videos will be coming soon. Merry Christmas and happy new years mate

[@Nofixedabode859]

Hi m8 loving ya kit, what pack was ya m8 carrying?

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Karrimor sabre 45 I believe his pack is

[@zeez3139]

Would have liked to have seen the raised bed in more detail

[@DazzyOutdoors]

I should’ve got more footage in the morning. I’ll happily make another one this winter though

[@moorshound3243]

Oh no never ever wear Doc Martins to the woods or when hiking. Get some ECW ex military boots for winter. Glad you guys got out & enjoyed yourselves.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

Aye just a test run with them but you’re right, wasn’t really suitable. Cheers mate

[@moorshound3243]

@@DazzyOutdoors I missed my first really cold camp this year as I went down bad with the lurgy. Feeling better now so planning a stomp. Take it easy mukka.

[@lilsav1241]

You from the uk

[@rodengorman8762]

Lashing whisky into you when it's so cold isn't the best thing to do.

[@DazzyOutdoors]

That’s true, but on this occasion I think it actually helped me sleep haha

[@moulayderissy5445]

Where are you?