Hidden Secrets of Dartmoor (Episode 1)

An outdoors inspiration with a journey through history, wildlife and the natural world of Dartmoor National Park. Exposing some of of her hidden secrets.
A canine adventure with Petra the German Shepherd Dog as she meets the Dartmoor ponies, enters secret caves and explores the history of ancient farmland.

[@teresa2638]

Also wanted to say, Petra is such a beautiful companion and you're a really natural narrator. Well done. X

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Teresa Halton - thank you :)

[@heatherwind]

Such beautiful country -- thank you for the history lesson! And I am absolutely smitten by your lovely Petra. Please give her extra treats and tummy rubs from me!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, and woof from Petra 🐶😊

[@David-uf8ex]

What a beautiful dog Petra is a real pal 🥰🥰

[@OldBounder]

We love your videos, especially those starring the beautiful Petra! Looking forward to your return to youtubing!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Martin, back soon 🐶👍😊

[@EJ-gi9ib]

I really enjoy your you tube posts.I talk to my GSD as much as you talk to Petra.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

E J - Thank you very much. They’re good company aren’t they :)

[@DartmoorBackpacker]

Just found your channel and subscribed, this film brought back so many memories. Near the cave was my first camp with my dad. It wasn't called "wild" camping back in 1970 when I was about 5 years old. The cave last time I went in it had a bat roosting in the ceiling. Cuckoo rock, my first siting of an adder many , many years ago.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

DartmoorBackpacker - Hello, thank you for subscribing. You know every other time I’ve been to that cave there has been a bat in it too :)

[@clairemckeown7147]

That was brilliant xxx absolutely love Petra ❤❤❤❤

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Claire Mckeown - Thank you, Claire. She’s a fabulous dog.

[@clairemckeown7147]

She really is i also follow you on twitter love your pictures also xx

[@suzyprice7559]

Really enjoyed this video, never heard of those caves before and must have walked right past it! Enjoying your videos and Petra is such a lovely dog. Mine would have wolfed the egg as soon as my back was turned!!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Suzie P - Thank you for taking the time to comment :) Eggs are one thing, if it had been a sausage, then that would have been an entirely different kettle of fish (or sausages as the case may be)

[@mythtree6348]

Awww this is like my life .. nice to see :)

[@debsmostexcellentadventure5353]

Ive been doing dartmoor since 93 when i started letterboxing,really enjoyed your video,new fan here and please stay safe from covid debs.

[@melaniemorgan4752]

One of our favourite places to wander, so close to home but you can immerse yourself in the history & get lost in time. Look forward to future episodes.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Melanie Morgan - Thank you. It does have a ‘living’ feel about the place doesn’t it :)

[@andrewseaborne270]

One man and his dog ,awesome 👌

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Andrew Seaborne - Thanks, Andy... she’s a great companion :)

[@runhikesleeprepeat187]

Reyt enjoyed that 👍 that's me all over, exploring nooks & crannies and appreciate the history behind them. Cheers 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Carnivore Hiker - Hi Chiseller, thanks your channel looks fun - have subscribed.

[@TerrysClips]

Many thanks, nice video.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Very kind, thank you, Terry :)

[@ToledoZombie]

Glad I found this today, made perfect Sunday watching. Look forward to watching some more episodes as I love Dartmoor and it's history. Hope to gain more knowledge from your channel for some summer exploring. Wish my gsd was as well behaved as Petra. All the best.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Andy 😊 and good luck with the summer exploration - You can find me on FB if you have any questions 👍😊🐶

[@hermansandy5127]

Such a wonderful co-star, good girl Petra. Dartmoor really is beautiful

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks, Andy, that’s very much appreciated.

[@heidixx4028]

Educational and enjoyable on so many levels. Thanks for letting us join in!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Heidi xx Thank you Heidi, I’m glad you enjoyed it :)

[@lisa-jaynefisher465]

That was absolutely brilliant, I loved it and very informative. The scenery is beautiful. You and Petra make a great team, its so good to see you out together, I can see now how you get such beautiful photos of her! Well done!!!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Lisa-Jayne Fisher Thank you ever so much, very encouraging. We had a great time outing this together.

[@dartmoor.adventurer]

Just found your channel, fantastic. I love your commentary. Like you, I love to explore Dartmoor and catch its beauty with video for my own channel. looking forward to now watching a lot more of your content. Hope to bump into you one day while running across the moors 👍👏

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 I used to run so much on the moor, maybe I will again one day. It feels right to be moving along and not bimbling... Nice to hear from you, I'll check out and sub your channel - see you out there somewhere 👍

[@teresa2638]

Really lovely to watch. Thanks.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Teresa Halton - Thanks Teresa, much appreciated... getting ready for the next one. Do you visit that area? It’s a lovely walk.

[@blogpackinglight]

Great video. I wish I lived nearer Dartmoor. Ponies, dog 😊

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

blogpackinglight - that’s very kind, thank you. We love living here, there’s plenty of open space. I think our next adventure will have to include an overnight wild camp.

[@bigsal1960]

Great stuff, thanks for your video's, seeing me through the current crisis when the news is too depressing for this GP to watch!! The Moor will still be there post covid

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, I’ll be posting up a wild camp trip through southern parts of the moor tonight, I hope you enjoy it. Stay safe 😊👍

[@sidestickflyer]

Hi Shamus. Lovely video and a plethora of interesting Dartmoor facts and features. I love all the ancient underground chambers and I had the pleasure of scrambling down Grant’s Pot back in July on a Wildcamp. If you are ever back in West Cornwall go and visit my favourite Fogou out at Carn Euny. You won’t be disappointed! ATVB Graham

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank You Graham - I just had a look at that, surprised I haven't been there 😊🐶👍

[@Intotheoutdoors69]

Great video and very interesting you really know your stuff I've never heard about that cave I've been to the potato cave around there and the wall was very interesting too thanks for sharing 😁👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 I love that area, it’s full of history 👍🐶

[@stevegrover7852]

Very interesting thank you

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

steve grover - Thank you, much appreciated.

[@mikejames987]

Nice one bud

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Mike 👍

[@stevemcilroy3199]

Hi. I have recently subscribed to your channel, lots of good advice and humor too. I will be visiting Dartmoor in early December and will be staying at Portbridge. Can you recommend a couple of good walks from here? I like the history of the moors especially. Thanks

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Steve, if you look through this channel you’ll see a couple of videos out from Postbridge. One in Bellever Forest and another which ends up on Wild Tor - they should give you some info on the area 👍

[@kobijames4161]

My dad worked for the counsel that pulled sheep out the rivers fun fact 1. My dad had waiders that were wool and leather and came up to his neck so while the others were freezing he was warm fun fact 2. Sometimes the sheep would bloat in the water and when pulled out they would pop from the stomach

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Blimey!

[@ant7699]

Wierd. So how likely would it be that streams in dartmore are contaminated with dead sheep?.. Oh and outdoor inspiration.. Where abouts is this?

[@ant7699]

Subbed

[@robengland7495]

Hi there again, wasn't sure what light you used in the cave? but I've, got the H6 Pro everbeam head lamp with motion sensor 650 lumens

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Rob 😊 It was probably a Zebralight H600W (Mk IV) I tend too carry it in my bag as a hand torch 👍😊🐶

[@S.Trades]

What is it you used to do? Are you early retired? Looks like a fantastic lifestyle!

[@HardyBunster]

A nice hot brew on the moor. What more could a man want? 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

James Mansfield - a bacon sandwich 🥪 to go with the brew next time , James :))

[@S.Trades]

A nice, cold beer? 💪👍

[@stopthatluca]

Brilliant! Are you on Twitter?

[@IanBowles-hp5st]

Nice Vid . Just one point . Good chance of coming across bats in this cave so not good to let dogs in without great care

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

That’s an excellent point 👍😊

[@GreyGhost.]

ace

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Ta very much 👍🐶😊

[@wackyoutdoors1051]

Where is this vouger too if that's how you pronounce it.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Wacky, 'Vooga' is correct 👍 I can't really give you a specific place to pinpoint it, because it really is difficult to find - but an approximate grid reference is (OL28) SX586684 - but it is very tricky to spot.

[@walkingwayne444ukr6]

Where's that cave? Would love to spend a night in there

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

Great video...I'm also very new to KZbin content creation. Finally upgraded my software after making sure I actually enjoyed making content...would love for you to come check out the channel. Wish you good luck in your future KZbin endeavors...subscribed as you are making great quality and engaging videos.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

The Wilderhope - Thank you, I will follow your channel with interest. Do you mind me asking what software you are using now?

[@WilderhopeAdventures]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 I use Magix Premium Pro. The videos I have created so far were in an old version with an old camera (Magix 14)...recently upgraded to make better use of my good cameras. Came here because of your post on Trek-Lite re. editing software. I love Magix although no one else has heard of it...so simple and intuitive but quite professional