Going Bush Alone | Overcoming Anxiety for Solo Camping

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[@Biigsauce]

You got me into solo camping and I’m very grateful for that. I used to get stressed out about trying to get what little mates I had to come out and the fact that I now have the confidence to go out on my own has opened my eyes 👌🏼

[@brentmcd12]

excellent video ! 🏞️🌳😎🤙🛻📹

[@misterairgap4830]

I admire your openness

[@westoz70one]

Freedom! Look at u light up after saying that. Love it. Just did a solo 1 nighter in Dwelly, bit of rain bit of sun and a fire so good. Love the passion Matty u bought up some great points 👏

[@westralianoffroad]

It does get me pretty excited 😄 ah lovely mate, that’s perfect. Thanks very much Paul, appreciate it.

[@OOHYEH]

👍👍👍👍🇦🇺 I have a red tail black that wakes me up every day

[@westralianoffroad]

Bloody brilliant 😄

[@Mckee11]

I find I can watch and solo camping makes for better content. Well at least I enjoy watching solo content more. As per family trips. Your videos definitely bring the beauty through the screen

[@chrismoorhouse9278]

Just another ripper video mate keep up the great work. I took a lot from this even though I’ve been camping for 20 odd years.

[@westralianoffroad]

Thanks mate that’s nice to hear.

[@lbjezzaberveling3397]

People think when we go out as the lads that we eat poorly. It quite the opposite we do roast, curries,stews that kinda thing as we have all the time to make it. Why eat crap.

[@westralianoffroad]

Absolutely 😄

[@yvonnecaldwell6088]

Awesome. Needed to watch this. I feel better about going out by myself now. Done heaps of camping, not on my own though. Cheers for that, awesome👍👍

[@ashleybraden1864]

Great video Matt, interesting, helpful points and some I hadn’t considered before. Love solo camping, it’s as fantastic as is sounds, great for mental health too.

[@westralianoffroad]

Thanks mate I’m glad. Oh absolutely, I get a lot of relief from solo camping!

[@wingitmissionfishingoutdoo6647]

Can't beat a bit of slim around the campfire mate 👍

[@westralianoffroad]

Every time brother!

[@magicworldbyjorg]

..cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you…

[@westralianoffroad]

Thanks for the comment mate, appreciate it.

[@magicworldbyjorg]

@@westralianoffroad Thank you very mutch... have a nice day.... see you….

[@Sh4dow682]

I never put much thought into solo camping but now that ive watched alot of your videos.. Im all for it! What a brilliant idea! Thankyou

[@chrishanslow4378]

Great video old mate, when I go camping I get so relaxed that I just chill out which is so good for the mind and body where most times I just sit in my chair and just drift off asleep.even without having a beer.

[@westralianoffroad]

Mate I do the exact same. It’s a relaxation of another level!

[@scottroygbiv]

Good little vid Pal. Only Solo camped once so far, but it was most enjoyable. Keen to do it again

[@westralianoffroad]

Awesome mate. It is very enjoyable if you can handle it.

[@hodzy4x4]

It is freaky, how alike , just about every comment you mentioned, it is to my camping style. I got tired of waiting for stars to align with all people I usually go camping with, just so we can actually go camping. So I started venturing out on my own. I won't lie, initially I was s#itting my self. Every sound, every crack, every near-by vehicle that drives past, I kept asking my self, What if? One solo occasion in the High Country, i don't think I slept a minute. Heard a few sounds which sent the adrenaline through the roof, while in the swag. But after a few times and getting attuned to bush and becoming comfortable, responsible and sustainable, and prepared, it was the best thing I've ever done. It is definitely not for everybody. There is a certain type of mentality needed for this. Tim Bates done a good video on solo camping. Worth a watch. Thanks for another great upload Matt.

[@westralianoffroad]

Well summed up mate, appreciate your comment. Thanks.

[@steve-deltasdad3906]

hi Matt, some great points to think about, some I have raised with friends that not only go solo but camp or travel with their partners and or kids and is one around being prepared and capable - is your wife or girlfriend able to drive the truck - 35's are great while on the truck but they are bloody heavy so the ability to change a tyer can be an issue and they never thought about, for me the main hurdle is getting through the anxiety of being alone and the "what if" things that consume the head space so the ability to camp not far from other campers can be the difference between getting away and not.....! cheers

[@wildfiretouring]

Get little video mate. Definitely something I want to get into more. Good little tips.

[@westralianoffroad]

Ripper mate.

[@brandonjayell]

Yeaaaah I should just go and do it. Nice topic Matt

[@westralianoffroad]

Do it mate!

[@lyallwithers2516]

Great advice! I love to get out on my own. My sole set-up is very basic, stretcher tent under the awning.

[@westralianoffroad]

All one needs mate. A simple setup is the best setup in my opinion.

[@shaddonaghue]

Well said mate, i have always enjoyed a solo camp , but you have inspired me to do more. I do love the trips with my mrs though but its the same , we can do exactly what we want when we want , hard to explain but you nailed it. Cheers Shad

[@westralianoffroad]

Awesome mate! Get stuck into it 😄

[@Chook57]

Nice video again, thanks mate.

[@westralianoffroad]

Thank you mate 🙏🏻

[@Podge.]

Great vid matt some sound advice there mate

[@westralianoffroad]

Thanks Podge, appreciate it mate.

[@oldluxy]

Thoroughly enjoyed this one mate! I definitely find comfort in the reception every now and then

[@westralianoffroad]

Thanks mate appreciate it! Yeah sometimes it’s nice.

[@scumpert]

You're so right about the freedom! Mine was forced on me due to the death of my wife 3 years ago but I've just spent 41 nights travelling on my own in WA and it was good, good, good! From a selfish perspective, you don't have to consider anyone elses wishes or opinions... And you meet great people on the way. However, having said that, travelling with a partner/mate does have its cons...

[@westralianoffroad]

Sorry to hear that mate. There is a peacefulness that comes from singleness. It is somewhat a selfish perspective you’re right. In a good way though.

[@4xplore64]

Great topic Matt, and some good points there. As much as I do like to get out with the boys, or wife I do love a good solo camp. I find it helps me reset especially with work or life in general 👍🏽

[@westralianoffroad]

Absolutely mate. 100% agree.

[@OnCountryWithMick]

Very well said mate. Solo camping is a great way to get out and reconnect. I personally much rather get as far away from others as possible, I generally feel safer alone plus you don't have the noise from their music, conversations etc. In saying that a camp with family or mates is also great, I've just spent 2 nights out bush with a mate and loved it. We had a mad cook up, I tried my first ever Camp Oven Quiche (Worked well), went on a bit of a hike and filmed a few videos for my channel but most of all we relaxed and listened to nature. I don't get those that need music blaring all the time but some soft gentle music (Country is normally good, John Williamson is great) but not so loud you can't hear the wind, birds, water if there is a stream etc etc. I really is a great way to dust off suburbia and just unwind.

[@louiskudlak2241]

Great video buddy, agree with so much of it, I love solo camping, absolutely is the freedom, b safe buddy, oo roo thanks for sharing

[@westralianoffroad]

Too right mate, too right!

[@sterling_garden_services]

DUUUDE, ive said it before, im an absolute solo camping lover....one of the things that can help with silence, especially if u havent had any contact with another human for a couple of days is to find the shittiest talk back radio station and listen, the worse the topics the better....love the content mate 🙂

[@westralianoffroad]

Bloody true mate! I am a fan of some good old talk back 😁

[@taratee3822]

I listen to audiobooks whilst sitting around the campfire, it's awesome!

[@huntedforau9412]

I did my first solo camp a couple months back, I just went to a spot I was very comfortable getting too and been too multiple times, yes medicine is recommended I suffered a migraine on my second day and forgot to restock my Panadol etc aha good sleep and off I went again best thing for me was keeping busy doing things with the fire I usually wouldn’t do if I was with a group of mates was just peaceful can’t wait for another one

[@westralianoffroad]

That’s exactly the way to do it mate. It becomes addictive.

[@OTRWA]

I miss travelling alone...my kids give me anxiety...lol

[@braydenclark5828]

I enjoyed that video mate definitely had a few ideas for solo camping but i still dont think id be able too do it 😂 maybe 1 day i wont say no

[@westralianoffroad]

Never say never mate!

[@chrishamer6707]

Cheers for the video mate. Enjoyed listening to your points & tips. Where are your favourite spots near Perth to go solo camping?

[@westralianoffroad]

Thanks mate! I’m a big lover of Dwellingup, the south west area between the capes and heading out into the wheatbelt. Those ares are my go to.

[@ryanmullings6573]

I'd recognize that boghole at 8:45 anywhere!!

[@westralianoffroad]

Absolutely 🤣

[@scumpert]

Pros not cons!

[@Mr105.]

Solo camping isn't for me. I'd get to bored, I have trouble doing nothing. Love the big picture of the black cockatoo though 👍👍👍

[@westralianoffroad]

Yes that’s why it’s good to keep busy with cooking and tending to the fire ect. Forced to sit back and tune into the bush. It’s a great print isn’t it, thanks mate!