OUTDOOR SAFETY TIPS for Camping and Hiking w/ Austin from Fieldcraft Survival (important to know!!)

Outdoor safety is one of the most important topics that we could talk about. In this video, Austin from Fieldcraft Survival is back and he shares tons of outdoor safety tips for camping, hiking, and overlanding. Safety while camping or hiking should be a top priority and I hope this video answers your questions and gives you a solid overview of the things to consider. Whether you're solo camping or camping with a group, these tips will be useful as you plan and prepare for your next trip...
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[@amanda.outside]

Safety in the outdoors - such an important topic. What was your biggest takeaway after watching? Comment below!

[@FX-lover]

I need to start listening to my gut instinct. Intuition is the ultimate act of trusting yourself.

[@stage3motorsports]

Biggest thing we've found success with while off-roading is sharing our destination before we hit the trail, Austin has some great tips on how to share your info before you go!

[@allisonharrelson3276]

Great video with TONS of things to think about before you go to be better prepared for emergencies. Thank you for all the tips!

[@CarolStJohn-ev9ry]

Mother Nature doesn't give a hoot about your feelings... so be prepared and be aware.

[@rowdyrobbyrider4226]

“I wanna go, my friends don’t wanna go...but I’m gonna go” story of my life

[@AustereCreative]

Haha seriously, me too.

[@aw8674]

So true! My friends and family are often busy with their partners and families so I just have to go by myself. This is great safety content that is much appreciated!

[@mandyinseattle]

I would if I had a dog or two

[@proudlyindian001]

@@mandyinseattle i am in 😍😙😙😙

[@proudlyindian001]

@@aw8674 i am in 😍😙😙😙wont leave u till i die 😘

[@Chriztina97]

Fascinating episode. Wildlife rarely phases me but it's the two legged animals that make me stand up and take notice. Like you said about the guy on a bike, I have been in similar situations. My friend and I were getting ready to hike a longer day to the next campsite because of a guy. A Scouts group showed up and we told a female leader that we were feeling uncomfortable and asked if we could squeeze in around their group. They were more than happy to have us. Always trust your gut!

[@luisguevara4113]

One thing to add. When thinking of your risk don’t just think of the probability. Also put the probability to 100% and if the consequence is too great to take than even if the real probability is low 1%) you need to mitigate it or eliminate it. It is always 100% to those that it happens to.

[@joethegeographer]

I solo hike and camp with my dogs. I always bring my Garmin InReach GPS emergency transponder with me and leave information with a friend on where I am and when I should be returning. Other key pieces include a really good headlamp, a mil-spec compass, and a backup battery for my cell phone and headlamp. I also keep a few water purification tablets, some toilet paper, and a lighter stashed in the smallest pocket of my backpack, my day bag, and my web gear (just in case). Keep up the great work!

[@amanda.outside]

Thanks Joe for commenting! I can't wait until I have a dog to hike and camp with. Hopefully someday soon 😁

[@lightwalker4558]

I just bought the ReqQLink 400 PLB for peace of mind on the tail and in case I get injured or lost. I can't wait to use it this fall on the AT in ME, incl. the 100 Mile Wilderness.

[@stvargas69]

Thanks for having this guy talk about the realities of the outdoors. So many videos make going out into the wild look mild wonderful and safe. So many people go missing get hurt or worse.

[@borg386]

I could listen to this guy all day!

[@dlr77]

Thanks for sharing 👍 Austin thanks for your service

[@suziesings]

Great video one thing left out is bear spay depending where you are is a great weapon against predators

[@lolajo2850]

Such great advice, thank you! 💚

[@byronpyles996]

Thank You Amanda ! Your content is really a great support as I build my strategies for new adventures. It was good for you to share your story about the creep, so sad that young women keep having such experiences. I also love how you present things !

[@StephsHealthMatters]

New Video! Yay! Hiking resiliency. Love this!

[@amanda.outside]

Mindset and resilience is so important in any endeavor, but especially in the outdoors! So glad you loved this one 😁

[@sarahwright4447]

Excellent video with much needed information

[@geniesejamison1996]

Outstanding information

[@sar4x474]

Great series. Thanks!

[@amanda.outside]

You're very welcome! I'm grateful to have Austin back on the channel to share is experience and knowledge!

[@mikefr12]

Excellent tips! Thanks 👌

[@lisawilson9612]

Such a great and helpful video!!! Thank you both so much!

[@ritasmoot1823]

Awesome information!! Thank you both for sharing your expertise!!

[@ej2957]

Great Video Amanda and Austin! Its imperative to be prepared when in the back country. Being unprepared could mean the difference between an enjoyable outdoor experience now becoming survival and a matter of life and death. Keep up the amazing videos thank you both for all that you do.

[@amanda.outside]

You're welcome. Being prepared is so important! Thank you for such a nice comment. 😊

[@hikeandsee7621]

Really great advice 👍🏻

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Awesome information. Thanks for sharing.

[@amanda.outside]

You're welcome Betty! There's so much we can learn from Austin's experience, so I was really happy to have him back on the channel. Glad you liked the video 😁

[@melox05]

Thank you so much Amanda for providing this video esp for us solo campers/hikers! Glad I found your channel!

[@amanda.outside]

You are so welcome. Thank you for watching!

[@nataliearmbruster9234]

Hey Amanda! Thanks for sharing this information! I am a guide and occasionally go on solo trips and all of this information is right on track with all my training. I love that you've given everyone the opportunity to learn it, if participants as well as guides are this prepared...what an amazing trip!! Thanks :) Nat.

[@stage3motorsports]

This is an awesome video, lots of great content!

[@amypatterson-bocchi2514]

You guys are excellent!

[@achange999]

Austin thanks for your service

[@AustereCreative]

Thank you, proud to have served and I appreciate your support.

[@flierbill]

Good stuff ! Planning before going, that helped me a lot. Thanks you.

[@PoeInTheDitch]

Great info!

[@amanda.outside]

Thanks for watching!

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

Great series! Good to mention those things. Always good as a refresh and checking your own knowledge.

[@amanda.outside]

I agree! Even if you have a lot of experience outdoors, there's always more to learn or get refreshed on. It's such a great opportunity to learn from someone like Austin who actually goes out on search and rescue calls and has a lot of experience handling emergencies outdoors. Glad you liked the video!

[@theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

@@amanda.outside I totally agree. And having someone like Austin is valuable.

[@blindship5792]

LOVED IT! He is extremely aware!

[@sophia-O]

Your channel is growing and im so excited and happy for you, you absolutely deserve it😁🌏🏕

[@amanda.outside]

You're the best! Thank you so much for all your support!! 🤗

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

... Great topic with excellent information ...

[@amanda.outside]

So glad you liked it! Thank you for watching 😁

[@joshuaworth243]

this is the best safety video I've found for backpacking! especially with rural locations in mind, which is most helpful for my travel style. very thoughtful video, thanks!

[@cassandradavis9861]

I always watch safety videos before each hike ❤

[@PastorPeewee20]

Great video thanks and thank you Sir for your service. ...

[@joycemoses2411]

Excellent video!!! We have already purchased items for our safety kit per your instructions from the previous video. Definitely going to add the paper map. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!

[@amanda.outside]

You're welcome Joyce!! I love hearing that you're taking action and getting value out of the videos!

[@NickandRachel]

Awesome video guys!

[@amanda.outside]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@NickandRachel]

@@amanda.outside you bet 🙂

[@herbsmith6871]

Great info 🤠

[@amanda.outside]

Thank you for watching!

[@jamespayette7574]

Amanda…love your videos and, more importantly, love your commitment.

[@amanda.outside]

Thank you James! 😊

[@aknudsen93]

Thank you for the video. I'm older and a little wiser now but when I was younger I would not have thought of many of these things. I see many young, and older, people camping now and these are important things to think of. I'm interested in car camping on the weekends and, duh, did not even think of the car equipment I should have and know how to use it. Very helpful.

[@amanda.outside]

You're so welcome! When I first started camping and hiking, I didn't think about these things either. I am shocked thinking back to some of the things I used to do. But I'm much wiser now and really passionate about sharing this info and saving others the time and mistakes it took me to learn. I have a few vehicle preparedness videos coming to the channel soon. Stay tuned 🤗

[@missk4934]

Wow amazing information, thank you for sharing!! Would love another video going into detail on safety measures to take when you come across wildlife along the trail (bears, mountain lions, wolves, rattlesnakes etc).

[@momskelton5794]

Great information! Yes, compasses help! Years ago on a family hike, our sons Fischer Price compass helped us get back to the road!! So embarrassing but a valuable lesson we all learned. We keep paper laminated maps in our truck, next time I will take it with me on a hike. We do have the SAM splint, thanks Austin for showing how to use it properly.

[@amanda.outside]

Glad you liked these videos with Austin! A map and compass is definitely so useful and important to pack. Thank you for commenting!

[@Kathy.Thorne]

All the gear and no idea, great video Amanda x please thank your friend for such great advice x trust your gut, Gibbs (NCIS) would be proud x

[@stephenjones6902]

Great information Amanda important information for all

[@amanda.outside]

I agree! Thank you for watching!

[@stephenjones6902]

@@amanda.outside certainly made me think about planning more and safety thanks

[@lawrenberghanson4401]

Thanks for posting this. I am planning on camping by myself, my first time ever, and this is essential stuff to know. I am in NYC, NY, so the first thing I will do is buy a compass and an NYC map and familiarize myself with how to use a compass. I always had fun as a kid playing with maps and compasses. It is time to brush up on those skills.

[@RhonVanErman]

Very good advice 👊🏻. Methodical with intent.

[@jdunn101ify]

From the UK it's so bizarre to hear about bringing a firearm camping !

[@mpatrick2153]

Even in the US it’s still bizarre to bring one. I prefer bear spray for mountain lions and people

[@martharunstheworld]

Most people in the US don't do that either.

[@denis65366]

Not alot of hikers or backpackers carry a firearm I can tell you that but there are some that dio....I doont think amanda expected that coming from her guest...

[@brandonbizier8854]

The UK doesn't have predators like grizzly bears, cougars, wolves, and large animals that can charge like moose, elk, deer. A firearm is sense of security, especially if alone, from such threats.

[@brandonbizier8854]

Also bear spray is a one shot deal. So you spray once and it's done. A fire arm can be shot numerous times and also used to scare something away from you.

[@awkward-stranger]

I love your safety videos and Austin sounds very knowledgeable. Thank you😀 , oh I learned I should bring my gun for protection. But it's so heavy!

[@carriemainquist757]

Really great video!! My take aways were the redundancy...if you lose your pack, maybe have a fanny pack too. Never thought of that. Also, seriously considering a beacon. I like to hike in the Michigan UP and northern MN, where there are multiple spots with no cell service. Pricey yes, but worth investing in if going in the back country and I am typically solo so...thank you Amanda and Austin. Trust your intuition!! Oh my gosh go with your gut people when traveling/camping. Great video!!

[@amanda.outside]

Thank you for sharing Carrie! I'm so glad you enjoyed this one. We are very lucky to have Austin on the channel. A PLB or satellite messenger is so important for those emergency communications when you're out hiking. Hopefully you never need it, but it sure is nice to know that you have a way to signal for help if you ever do.

[@FRWD_FXLRST]

Field Craft Survival 🤙🏼

[@geniesejamison1996]

Map paper and compass is the best.

[@JoseGarcia-tr9mp]

Another good idea when camping is to have a campsite perimeter security to alert you if an animal or an intruder has entered into your campsite.

[@amandacousins928]

What else do I bring for camping

[@pc2780]

Thanks for your video. You have motivated to do camping. Could you please share link for your orange jacket?

[@mendyviola]

1) let trusted people know when and where you are going, and when you plan to get back. Be specific. 2) bring an analog map and know how to read it. A compass also helps. 3) always bring a first aid kit. 4) check the weather and be prepared for seasonal surprises. 5). Bring emergency water, food and shelter options. 6) if in bear country, bring bear defense. 7) always carry a knife. 8) never leave home without your towel. 😂 One comment about having equipment you don’t know how to use. It’s ok if you don’t know how to use all of it yourself (although it is very good to know). Sometimes it’s good to have things that others can use on your behalf, either on your team or for search & rescue. It’s kinda like having jumper cables and not knowing how to use them, but the person who stopped to help you knows how to use them but doesn’t have a set themselves.

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

Thanks! Some fantastic advice. We have to worry about bears here.

[@amanda.outside]

We didn't talk about it in the video, but I always carry bear spray too when hiking in bear country! Glad you liked this video. Thank you so much for watching and commenting 😁

[@Melmelba]

What’s the best satellite phone? Thanks!

[@tracyrupp764]

Love Austin. So full of well-thought-out tips, and you both have such genuine concern for helping us stay safe. Amanda, I am very freaked out by your bike-guy story. That's my worst nightmare, but I always remind myself, "Amanda's been doing this for years, & she's fine." Do you carry a gun?

[@amanda.outside]

That story I told with the guy on a bike is the only time I've been out camping where I saw someone that made me feel uncomfortable. At the time, I was dispersed camping in the national forest, not in a designated campground. When I am camping alone, which I actually don't do as much anymore, I do carry a gun. I only recently started carrying one after becoming trained and proficient in how to use it this past year. I'm really glad that you're enjoying these videos with Austin. I'm so grateful to have him on the channel to share his years of experience. Let me know if there are any other topics you want him to cover on the channel!

[@rosemiller646]

I was wondering what you guys think is best to protect yourself on hikes in bear country? Carrying bear spray in a holster seems to be a no-brainer (and knowing how to use it), but do you recommend anything else? Are Bear bells a good idea?

[@jameswilliams2144]

You can never go wrong with a shotgun loaded with slugs.

[@dreamzofhorses]

The only security is a gun? Nothing else? I think there is a lot of things besides a gun is available for security. I taken one or both of my 2 German Shepards, a can of wasp spray, a can of pepper spray and a taser are placed where I can quickly access them. I also have some of those loud horns that come in a can. I lock everything important away at night or if I’m off hiking (no temptation) and leave out only things I’m ok leaving behind if I have to take off. I have solar motion detector security lights on the outside of my rig and I have a pair of mans big boots I got at a thrift store and put them out by the steps along with setting up 2 chairs as if someone else is with me. My keys stay on me or they hang next to me when I sleep. In my planning for the trip I research where I’m going and it’s got security if I’m in a campground or reviews of any camper reviews who often note any problems. If I feel uncomfortable at any point I listen to my gut and leave. It’s kept me safe for 60 years.

[@DerekTrowbridge]

Can you recommend a book or course for taking others hiking? Like group events as a guide?

[@amanda.outside]

That's a good question. I'm not aware of any courses that specifically train outdoor guides, but Fieldcraft Survival does offer tons of courses on a range of topics from medical, to navigation, to survival and more. They are a great resource to get training, but as far as guide-specific training goes, I unfortunately don't have any recommendations at this time.

[@DerekTrowbridge]

@@amanda.outside Thank You so much for reply and this does help . I grew up in Newfoundland and lived in the outdoors but can always learn more. :)

[@cynthiamgentles6781]

You can deter predators from entering your camp site with a portable electric bear fence. Small kit that brings huge peace of mind.

[@thedoorguycharlie]

For camp safety we have trip alarms. 22 cal blanks with a trip line that alerts you that something is coming your way. Add to that 2 12 ga. tactical shot guns with #4 buck.

[@kelleymacdougall8097]

Apparently I’m getting some protection equipment

[@denis65366]

Actully your coment said it all leave your plan and itinarary with someone..PLus use your gear to know it...

[@raisingelephant]

❤👏

[@litoreggie]

He’s cute 🤗

[@alvisjenkins1305]

Looking at the young man and how he is dressed, makes me wonder why the young lady is dressed so loosely being out in the elements ?

[@simonbarrow479]

Guns - just reminds me as a European why I’m not going to the US anytime soon. Shame as there are some great places to visit. Apart from that some useful information.

[@martharunstheworld]

Oh please! The vast majority of us in the US don't do that!!!!!! LOLOL!!!!!!!!!!! Sorry you think that over 300 million people are exactly the same.

[@simonbarrow479]

@@martharunstheworld So why does amandaoutside feel the need to have firearms training and carry a gun? The US has more civilian guns than people which is more than double the rate of the next most gun owning country of any size (Saudi Arabia). Even lawless Afghanistan has a tenth the rate of gun ownership. The US has way more gun related crime than any other developed country. So yes I made a generalisation, but the figures don’t lie. Just look at the civilian guys at the Capitol Hill riots in their combats with so many guns. I can think of no other country where that would be allowed, or even legal. The US has a big problem with guns but most people think it’s ok. The NRA is paying too many politicians. What do you expect - half of all politicians believe Trump won the last election despite every lawyer in the land throwing out all the court cases (Rudi excepted!).

[@martharunstheworld]

@@simonbarrow479 She doesn't. It was her guest's view. Look, have some common sense. The UK has a lot of violent crime and more attacks with hammers and other items that can kill people and car bombs. Of course, by the time you criminalize everything that can kill people, you'll have nothing left and people will still be murdered. Should I think that ALL Brits attack with hammers? Sounds like I should. The US is divided into 50 states. Every state does things differently, so use a little more sense in your thinking the next time you want to say something you know very little about. And btw, stop reading the liberal press about the NRA. They have nothing to do with crime. They're all about gun safety and criminals don't give a fuck about that. LOL!!!

[@simonbarrow479]

@@martharunstheworld Actually Amanda said she has had training on firearms and does carry a gun when camping alone. It was a comment in reply to someone on this video. Can’t see it now probably because it got deleted after causing comments. Ask Amanda. True, I know nothing except what the press feed us Europeans. In case you didn’t know the US hast lost a lot of respect because of Trump and the Capitol Hill riots. Just like the UK has because of Boris Johnson. PS NRA knowing about crime - didn’t they just declare themselves bankrupt so that they could try to avoid criminal charges lol. Of course that’s what you would do if you were innocent lol

[@bikingal4283]

In 2020 survey roughly 32% of Americans own all the guns in the country... seems I remember the number being 330 million guns.... almost 50% of all the civilian owned guns in the world...LET THAT SINK IN ... about 120 firearms per 100 people... yeah, it's crazy... and there are so many people sitting in jails right now who would be free if their guns had not been so easily accessible... used to be people would step outside and settle their differences with their fist or whatever.. now they can quickly put a slug in anyone who disagrees with them and spend the rest of their lives in jail...cannot imagine how many people would gladly give up that one moment in their lives and take back that impulsive deadly behaviour that forever changed and ruined their lives...but please realize this, MOST AMERICANS DO NOT HAVE GUNS OR WANT THEM...

[@haha6m]

All my attention is paid to: is that a static outdoor picture used in the background? Yes, it sure is. See the elbow shadow does not bend on the tree trunk.

[@hopedeserio6841]

Why would she pay for and use a green screen when she can literally drive 20 minutes up a canyon in her backyard. Your comment is annoying to me and I'm sure she feels the same.

[@Uapa500]

It's not static though.

[@PetSymmetry]

Bro talking about “probability not possibility” but brings a gun on a hike. American mindset.

[@bucky716]

Geez. Way to play into fears many people have that don't really exist. Making people paranoid about everything in the outdoors.

[@martharunstheworld]

If you are considering a response about the firearm and you are from Europe. Just STOP!!! For some reason, you all think that every single American is the same!!! Not all of the US allows this and not ALL Americans (the majority) do NOT carry, nor do they want to carry a firearm. In state & national parks, it's forbidden. It just seems to trigger all the incorrect responses. So, please, do your research and talk to Americans BEFORE commenting.

[@Uapa500]

Don't agree on the gun bit.

[@timsamoa5944]

Love the channel but carrying a gun when camping and hiking is what’s wrong with America. That mentality is why gun crime is so high. Crazy.

[@RosalindShelton]

Excellent video!!! We have already purchased items for our safety kit per your instructions from the previous video. Definitely going to add the paper map. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!

[@mary.w.]

Thank you for the safety videos. I'm about to go camping in bear country and want to be prepared. Because of the first aide video I was able to beef up my kit and feel more prepared and been practicing how to use them.

[@amanda.outside]

I'm so happy to hear this Mary! Practice is so important and I'm really glad you've gotten value out of these videos.