Go Ultralight #6. Ground Hammock, Perseids and Rainstorm at Enchanted Rock

[@vagabond-yj8pn]

thanks for picking up the trash ken. you the man!

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome my friend. ...ken

[@jbbennett2816]

Some people might say, "when you go camping, you live like the homeless"! Boy, but what a magnificent home! Fresh air, bird sounds, the smells of rain, the falling of a leaf. We were made to love Eden! Great vid, Ken. Thanks. Jb.

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, homeless and a magnificent home.... Thanks for watching and commenting Jb. ...ken

[@i-hillbilly]

Ken, with all respect, you are hardcore. A 126°F heat index is no joke and you make it look easy, my friend. I'm really enjoying this series.

[@FullSpectrumSurvival]

15:40 and 16:40 + such amazingly beautiful shots. like the world was opening up into the heavens

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks!

[@jameswmcdonald3987]

Hi Ken, another fantastic video, the footage of the sky was magical ! take care my friend

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Jimmy.

[@tincanbits6404]

Thanks for the vicarious adventure! I'm pitching tents for grand babies in the dining room but I remember sleeping beneath meteor showers, drinking from tinajas in the Esplanade. I hope the trail remembers me.

[@teresabaston4503]

Mr. Kramm, Just found your site 2 weeks ago. You are an excellent teacher. I appreciate that you share your knowledge of plants, trees, food, camp tips, and know-how from days gone by, and do it all at a pace that is easy to absorb. These videos are a treasure trove of info. Thank you!

[@KennethKramm]

You are very welcome

[@FullSpectrumSurvival]

ken, the family and I really enjoyed this vid. thanks for taking us on the adventure with you. I wanted to out and capture the Perseids but the kids got sick that day and I stayed in. -Brad

[@ZZoutdoors]

Heat,Rain,Wind,Metor shower,A Hike and a good rest,what a camp! Thanks for the share. ZZ.

[@KennethKramm]

Yep. This video has a little bit of everything. Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. ...ken

[@momoney882007]

Ken, I stayed up until 2 A.M. watching your videos. I love them! My brother and I are taking up backpacking and plan on going to Big Thicket when it cools a little. From one Houstonian to another, thank you for making these videos.

[@DonMilligan]

I have seen you make some truly great videos on a variety of great and interesting topics but UL backpacking and this series are by far my favorite.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Don. Much appreciated. ...ken

[@margaretteragram9235]

How utterly lovely! Very nicely edited, informative and extremely pleasant to watch. Thanks so much for including us, can't wait to camp with you again :)

[@KennethKramm]

Stay tuned Margaret. I go on another camping trip next week! ...ken

[@NorwegianWoods]

Excellent video as always. Thanks for the inspiration :) - Martin

[@LarryVickery]

"Cleft of the rock, that shadows a dry, thirsty land"...great vid. watched it twice.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Larry. ...ken

[@drcsep]

outstanding video series. Love them all...

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Carlos. Much appreciated... ken

[@TheFremenChick]

What a wonderful excursion!!

[@mry37]

Ken, you truly are an inspiration to us all, show casing magnificent scenery and camping tips along with staying fit and active which unfortunately is becoming a rarer thing seen in the modern age. You make me strive to go hiking although, I don't have the heat! Keep up the good work.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks. You're feedback inspires me to make more videos. Thank you Mr Y. ...ken

[@melvinhowell5469]

Ken...second time I watched this...YOU ARE THE MAN!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks!

[@thewaverslmao.1149]

You are always having a blast and enjoying life. Love it! I can feel the rain through my screen! ;)

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks! Hiking like this is fun. I love it....

[@oukiess]

Hi Ken, i only see two video (5 and 6) and i'm already in love with your way of offering, you invite people to serenity and meditation without pretention !!! I wish you all the best from France, stay safe !!!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment from France. It means a lot to me. Take care, Ken

[@koezi3361]

This was one of the most enjoyable movies I've ever seen from you. Thank you Ken!

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome my friend. ...ken

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Ken, Another great outdoor experience and good to see the White knight. I bet the lemon discoloured the blade. Don't worry about that, the steel is not stainless and will stain and form a patina this will actually protect the steel from rust. Rust is the enemy, staining is a friend. Sandy

[@23seana73]

Lovely video Ken. Thank you for taking us along with you. I hope you didn't mind us not helping carry that rubbish home for you. Xx

[@KennethKramm]

No problem. I'm sure that you carry rubbish off camera..

[@kathybutler1755]

WOW!!! Love the night sky shots- thanks for sharing

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome Kathy

[@GildaLee27]

It's always fun going along with you on your journeys, but this one was a cut above. Wonderful night photography! And I must say you are a badass for voluntarily going out in that kind of heat.

[@KennethKramm]

I'm glad yo enjoy this adventure. I'm always learning and having fun. The heat was almost too much for me. Glad it started raining when it did.....needed to cool off... ken

[@AnnBearForFreedom]

No way! I was exactly where you were, but thirty six years ago, pretty much to the week! How cool is that?? And I was there watching the Perseids too! As ever, thank you for the visit home. And this trip, thank you for the time travel.

[@KennethKramm]

Wow, AnnBearForFreedom. You were where I hiked and camped. Awesome. so cool that you were also watching Perseids. ...ken

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

Awesome video Ken love the night sky and the meteors. I'm really enjoying the lite weight setup you have. I'm sure glad our temps aren't that high good thing those rock formations were there. Thanks for taking us along. atb Opal

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome Opal. I'm glad you are enjoying this series. You are fortunate to not be as hot as what we are experiencing.

[@stephensgate1]

Ken, you sure make things look fun. You have a gift my friend. Thank you for sharing. -Stephen, Ohio

[@KennethKramm]

Hi Stephen. Camping like this is fun. Relax and enjoy. No hurry. ...ken

[@MrChaes]

tying a heat reflective mylar blanket, with the reflective side up, to a forked branch makes a good sun umbrella to walk under in extreme heat. It saved me from a heat stroke a few years ago when I got too far from natural shade. I pick up a lot of good tips from your site and maybe I can repay you with that tip. Love your videos.

[@marcel_2cv]

Nature is just beautiful... Couldn't watch the Perseids this year as it was cloudy all the time in Germany. Thanks for sharing, Ken! :)

[@KennethKramm]

Glad you were able to see the Perseids from Texas! ATB my friend. ...ken

[@rebelselfreliance3288]

Great video Ken. Really enjoyed the time lapse of the meteor shower and the morning shadow scene with Hot Chocolate!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Rebel Self Reliance

[@billyjoedenny]

you found the secret to a good hammock lay ken , a good pillow....that is a awesome jack lore you have as well, it makes a great addition to you carry system. you really have your ultra light pack tuned in ken , this is something i need to work on . thanks for awesome footage my friend, see ya real soon , the adventure is not far away. peace ..bill

[@KennethKramm]

Every adventure gets better and better. I'm slowly learning while having fun. Looking forward to camping with you'll soon. ...ken

[@violina48]

It was me again a great pleasure with you to go along on this wonderful journey dear Ken! Best wishes, Annemieke

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for joining the adventure Annemieke. Take care, Ken

[@robertjohnson2586]

Great video! Man it was hot there, looked like fun! Thanks for sharing

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome Robert.

[@mbaja25]

I have enjoyed your ultralight series!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks!

[@chrismillington6839]

Great video, I really enjoyed the time lapse. Thanks!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Chris. Your feedback means a lot to me. ...ken

[@andrespagan9122]

YOU ARE AWSOME MY SON AND I LOVE YOU AND MR.BEAR WE ARE HAVIN LOTS OF FUN CAMPING BECAUSE OF THE KNOLEDGE U SHARED..GOD BLESS U....HI BEAR.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Andres. Bear is sleeping right now, I'll let him know that you said "hi" when he wakes up. ...ken

[@Getawaymoments]

Always enjoy your adventures! Be safe in that heat!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks! I'll be careful...

[@Cands528]

Good video Ken, beautiful area. Thanks for sharing!

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome Stanley. ...ken

[@henryshaffer5811]

Hi Ken, Thanks for sharing your time and knowledge. Hope to meet you someday on the trail . The ROCK is a very special place, was out there two weeks ago the stars are amazing couldn't go to sleep .And yes the Persimmons were delicious. Again Thanks for another great video

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome Henry. Some day, I'm sure we'll meet. ..ken

[@DrDennis]

My first view of the Rock and i have lived here 30 yrs Thanks Ken

[@KennethKramm]

Awesome . You're welcome my friend ...ken

[@HanaleiSurfrider1]

Thank you! Enjoyed the series of videos.

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome.

[@halbarnes6089]

one of your best of all time keep up the good work

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Hal. Much appreciated ....ken

[@05generic]

I love the sprouts idea -light wt and nutritious.

[@KennethKramm]

Sprouts are very refreshing on the trail. ...ken

[@LostOnLandAgain]

We did the leaf bed thing once out by Four Notch Loop but put our tarp over the leaf pile instead of using bags, We slept so well! But not in August!!! You are one tough Texan! I love your videos Ken. Thank you for all the wisdom you share and for the amazing photography!.

[@KennethKramm]

Leaf pile works.... but in the summer, it be very careful.... ticks, red-bugs, and other creepy crawlers. ...

[@LostOnLandAgain]

We did it in November come to think of it. Great advice! I would not have thought about that!

[@adamholbrook2281]

Very cool, Thanks for sharing.

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome Adam.

[@Waldhandwerk]

Very nice Ken! Fast clean up, perfect ;) Take care my friend, Sepp

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching Sepp. ATB, Ken

[@tomritter493]

looks like a great trip ken loved the meteor storm TX is hot but beautiful

[@KennethKramm]

Oh yes, hot but beautiful. ...ken

[@Alexmqouthere]

ultralight is great! thanks Ken to bring and share this phenomenal camping trip and adventure. great ideas for camping. heading tomorrow to Huntsville state park, its a beautiful place to go camping and riding my mountain bike.

[@KennethKramm]

Hi Alex. Enjoy Huntsville SP. Beautiful place for camping and riding....

[@Alexmqouthere]

thank Ken. you i had some rain anyway was fun.

[@Alexmqouthere]

people like you Ken inspire other, and I will do more camping .. enjoy life and nature is awesome..thanks

[@ThaiGirlAdventures]

wow fanatic place for hiking and great video ken.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and taking time to comment.

[@egjr0765]

hello neighbor, a right smart video you put out. I really enjoyed it, Ken. Slow and steady in this heat for sure. EG

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching my friend. ,...ken

[@katgore99]

Awesome Ken excellent video!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Kat

[@Survivalist2008]

Great video Ken! I just ordered some seed sprouts and a milk cheese bag; those sprouts look delicious. Take care!

[@KennethKramm]

Fantastic. Spouts are tasty. Be careful when using the bag. I always boil it between uses to make sure it doesn't have unwanted microbes...

[@davegoodridge8352]

What a beautiful place. A bit to hot for me, but I work outside anyway. My yard needed mowing and I tried your trick of snapping my fingers, but I guess I didn't do it right, since I ended up mowing it. Thanks Ken loved this series.

[@KennethKramm]

Yes David, please use my trick of snapping your finger to get work done. Smiling Ken....

[@redsorgum]

I always like it, when you film the sky at night, using time lapse.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for mentioning. It's a lot of work to set up the gopro. But sometimes the pictures are spectacular.... ken

[@LeeRalph100]

Another great video! I like how you keep refining your kit. You made some good points about keeping cool and hydrates. I amazed at how well you eat on your camps!! I had a question, I like being off the ground for snakes and insects, do you think being lower increase the chance of having to deal with these? Thanks for sharing this!!

[@kx80moto]

great video as always

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks!

[@DebCampos]

Your videos are awesome!!!🤗🤗🤗

[@ManLand]

A journey of a lifetime!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks!

[@ohillbilly]

Hey, a clean spot. Ken musta camped here. :-) Persimmons aren't ripe here till after the first frost. Loved the time lapse. And really liking this ultralight series.

[@KennethKramm]

I'm smiling!

[@CpantsOd]

Great night shots! :)

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Christopher. ...ken

[@punkhiker389]

Fantastic video. Really enjoy this mini series , keep um coming. Would recommend to put the lid on the water bottle , just in case.

[@KennethKramm]

Stay tuned.... more videos in this miniseries are "in the works." ...ken

[@TheLightHouseLady]

Another interesting video!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks my friend. ...ken

[@RossRocks07]

I'm loving this 'Go Ultralight' video series. I've learned so much from watching your videos, Ken. Thanks!

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome RossRocks07.

[@Chrissvarietychannel549]

Also great meteor footage !

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Chris. ...ken

[@CavemanOutdoorsMissouri]

Another excellent video Ken

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching my friend, ...ken

[@jamesgreen4522]

You are an artist. The video was beautiful. I admire how you can stand the heat. I love camping, but the heat kills me here in Tn. Our humidity is somewhere around 65-70%.

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks James. Much appreciated. ...ken

[@durtyclothes]

love go pro night videos and music. how about a series on native American games that can be done while camping. love your videos thank you.

[@sackett68]

Another great video ken. You eat better in the field then i do at home lol!

[@KennethKramm]

Yes, meals are special, especially when I'm outdoors.

[@Hanuboru]

Hi Ken. thanks for a great video as usual. A pity you did not pick and eat some of those fruits from the Nopal cactus; we call them prickly pears here in Australia). At the beginning of your walk I saw you looking at them and hesitating........... They are great survival food. Juicy and with very useful vitamins. The Mexicans eat the paddles as well (peeled of course). Cheers from Hans

[@KennethKramm]

Yes the fruits are good. It is best to burn off the thorns. I made the mistake of cutting them off one else ... And miss a couple of them. My tongue and lip will never forget. Big smile

[@dalechristianer4465]

Great video, beautiful place. Am really enjoying the series. I recently got a hammock and am still working on the setup. Was wondering if that tarp would be big enough for the wind and thunderstorms here. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@KennethKramm]

The tarp is small and it worked in this situation only because it was close to me and low to the ground. If the wind was stronger. I would have hung everything a few inches lower, to reduce the chance of water blowing in.

[@RS.Outdoors]

Great film, really enjoyed it. Maybe if you have the chance try some of my films from over in Scotland. However would love to know what camera you used for the night shoot. Regards, Ray.

[@robertbernal24]

I think I watched the same meteor shower when I was camping in Yosemite :)

[@KennethKramm]

Awesome!

[@TheMendipman]

Excellent Ken. One of your classic camping videos. I guess you cleaned off your Jacklore promptly? - otherwise it would have quickly corroded with that lemon juice on the blade. Best wishes, Noel

[@KennethKramm]

Yes sir. Immediately after each use, my Jacklore was cleaned and polished.

[@smd482000]

happy trails ken

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks my friend. You too, happy trails....

[@bigmac3006]

Got a kick out of your humidity . Here in illinois it's been in the high 90's with the humidity of 97 to 100%.

[@badhat3051]

I thought that wrap was a Prickly pear ear at first LOL edited to add .. You missed a good chance to catch a good amount of water run off from your tarp. good video ken

[@KennethKramm]

Smiling ken Good idea but .... before the trip I treated the tarp with insecticide (to repel and kill creepy crawlers), so I decided to not drink the water. Take care my friend ....ken

[@badhat3051]

I think that was wise, but that does raise another question. Was the lake water safe from agra-runoff? We use so much insecticides and herbicides and fertilizers today that I wonder if any ground water is really not a toxic soup of chemicals.

[@johnwessinger7768]

Hey Ken I have enjoyed and continue to do so on watching your videos but one thing I"m curious about. Being that Texas is known for its rattlesnakes, I was wondering if you see many on the trails or when you have your camping trips?

[@KennethKramm]

snakes often. rattlesnakes rarely

[@karenlee9120]

love it do more

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Karen.

[@toms9738]

Man. My wife and I were there. Would have been nice to meet you.

[@KennethKramm]

Shucks. Too bad I missed you'll.

[@guyperry8888]

great video. i noticed that you are using biofuel instead of the sterno you were using. is it better?

[@KennethKramm]

Biofuel last twice as long as stereo. I like it because it is also refillable.

[@GatorLife57]

Hey Ken.....I like that rock shelter but did you see any scorpions around ?? .... Thumbs up. ..... ..... ENJOY....THE SIMPLE LIFE

[@KennethKramm]

No scorpions

[@thanson77]

Man that rock must throw off heat at night.

[@KennethKramm]

The rock talks at night (groans) due to temperature changes.

[@monicajones8450]

Hey Ken, what is that bird singing at the night sky? Never heard a bird like that. What a lovely night sky, How do you grow those sprouts? It is way to hot for you to be out there. But, one good thing, snakes are probably underground during all that heat. I need to learn that clean up trick. Cool

[@KennethKramm]

Hi Monica. The bird is a Chuck-will's-widow. They sing at dawn, duskand night, especially when the moon is bright in the summer. Soon I will make a video on how to grow sprouts. Stay tune ...ken

[@brycegoodman9946]

Hey any more thoughts on the Ozark Trail atka pack? I saw it passing through vids and when it was $19 delivered I had to. Also is the cardboard alum stove safe in terms of aluminum exposure? Also can I use an alcohol stove (Out-D/trangia).

[@KennethKramm]

So far I like it; I've been looking for a similar size pack that is better made (with more pockets), but not have been able to find any that weight less than one pound. I'm continuing to look at it. I'm not concerned about the alum oven. The sides of the oven are never heated about 400 F. This is well below the melting point / or burning /oxidizing of aluminum. So there shouldn't be a problem Yes you could you an alcohol stove. However, most alcohol stoves burn hotter, so the internal oven temperature would quickly go above 450 F. and would burn bread, etc. Also, most alcohol stoves don't burn very long before needing to be refilled. Stereo is gelled alcohol and it burns a little slower. so it works. Also, Biofuel burns slower, so it works. Alternatively, you could burn one or two lumps of charcoal. The cardboard oven works very well with charcoal (but it a small stainless steel dog bowl)...Then the cardboard oven. This is my preferred way to use the cardboard oven. I sometimes cook the meal in a small stainless steal dog bowl. There are many ways to use these ovens. Good luck and enjoy experimenting with the oven. ...ken

[@locouk]

And here's me thinking it's hot here at 29C/ 84F! The woodland here in the uk provides a cool refuge from the heat, us Brits generally don't tend to cope when it's too hot.

[@CncObsession]

Us Texans dont either!

[@badhat3051]

yeah I remember from my stent on your fare Island home that folks tended to wilt in high 70's temps and when it did get into the 80's there was no one about outside even the alabaster skinned babes on the green put their cloths back on and went inside ;o)

[@cwd1232]

Can you please do a video on growing sprouts on the trail? I'm sure many people would enjoy it. I know I would

[@KennethKramm]

Stay tuned....

[@dennismcatee1313]

Love to do hammock. Tried one years ago and did not like the curve in the back. I like a rope hammock in the backyard thou. Saw the bag you put under. I figure no matter now straight you get it a curve will be there. Any tips or help? Thanks

[@rebelselfreliance3288]

Try a bridge hammock. They lay a lot straighter without so much curve. You can also manage to belly sleep in them with some practice.

[@LarryVickery]

+Rebel Self Reliance yes, bridge! I am 70; Physically challenged. Ground sleeping not an option, and my Warbonnet Ridgerunner bridge hammock makes hammocking fun and easy.

[@KennethKramm]

Hi Dennis. If the hammock is totally on the ground, there will be no curve. In this case it was only partly on the ground. Hope this helps. ...ken

[@christianayers2660]

Ken what kind of knife did you use on this adventure!! That white handle is nice!!

[@KennethKramm]

It is a Jacklore White Knight that was gifted to me by Sandy Jack. He made me this special knife as a thank you as a friend and for my contribution to bushcraft.

[@christianayers2660]

+KennethKramm wow that's awesome!! Really digging the ultralight series!!

[@MaryBrooke]

9:38 ... sounding a little dehydrated there my friend ...

[@Chrissvarietychannel549]

Why were you Walking fast Ken ?

[@KennethKramm]

Humor. I was walking normal speed, but sped it up 400% so that the video would be 5 minutes shorter.

[@calukatastrophe]

Thought you weren’t allowed to hang hammocks from trees at enchanted rock... we got yelled at when we did it few years back, lol

[@KennethKramm]

CaluKanKen hammock is is a ground hammock. The ground is supporting most of my weight. My head is only part that is leaning on the tree...

[@KennethKramm]

This video was made before the no hammock rule was enforced; and since it was a ground hammock it did not damage the trees... and probably would still be ok ..... need to check with rangers

[@couchcamperTM]

in case you need some shade next time try an umbrella :) ATB Markus

[@ZaidiBadron]

👍👍👍🙂

[@thunderlord2200]

the biggist thing i hate about wallmart tarps is there to thick and to heavy.. so i mostly use mine at home under the airbed thats very over priced in todays market and thats why i never use camping sites.. to much to clean up (or gag over.. i love the bueaty hate seeing what others treat it tho.. you should try to get a lighter shirt if u can so you dont die going threw that heat..

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Interesting comments. I agree that Walmart tarps, that are sold as tarps are thick and heavy. Although the tarp I am using is sold at Walmart, it is not sold as a tarp. It is a "sidewall" to a 10 x 10 foot canopy. This sidewall is ripstop nylon, lighter weight than my expensive Henssesy Hammock Hex Tarp that cost $70 versus the $15 that I paid for the sidewalk. It only weighs a few ounces. It is an excellent tarp, much better than any other hammock tarp available. Concerning my shirt, its is a lightweight synthetic and is breathable. It is designed to keep me cool (vented) and and does so effectively. Also, I am dealing with skin cancer, and so it is important to wear long sleeves, a hat and sunscreen. The undershirt and trunks are also synthetic and wick water away from the skin, keeping me cool.

[@thunderlord2200]

KennethKramm i am really sry about that. i hope you are able to treat it. =(

[@m1cajah]

Hi Ken! I love the idea of stuffing bags with keaves for a mattress. I saw that once on Dave Canterbury's channel. However the crinkling of the plastic annoyed me...and it made me sweaty. So I came up with a different idea... I now use burlap sacks. Treated them with Permethrin to kill the ticks and bugs. Quiet, light, cheap and not as sweaty! Not as light as the plastic bags, nor as cheap. But very durable. Hope this helps someone! - Mike

[@m1cajah]

*leaves (stupid tablet keyboard)

[@bushcraftbryson5566]

Really awesome video, I just wanted to let you know I gave you a shout out. It's the newest video. Again I really enjoyed the video. : )

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks for the shoutout.

[@karensready1]

Ken, does your wife every go hiking/camping with you?

[@KennethKramm]

Great question Karen. No. Deb likes to look at the outdoors through a glass window from the comfort of air-conditioning. My adult son, however, often hikes with me, but not in the heat of summer. ....ken

[@nakoawarrior3186]

He's not moving lawns,....He's out seeing the world.

[@thatilluminati_3421]

nice! also 3rd

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks!