Overnighting in Ancient Woodland - Tips from an ex-Royal Marine

[@TS50ER]

I sat next to a Royal Marine on a flight once, and he was telling me about Belize. He also said that the 'widow maker' trees were the number-one things to lookout for in the jungle. He was the same as you: very articulate, polite, and with that calm self-confidence that seems to be a hallmark of military training. I set off on a motorcycle camping trip tomorrow, and hope to beat my record of 18 days straight camping before succumbing to a hotel room. Thank you for the excellent content on your channel.

[@zchuss1]

I learnt about widow makers very quickly on one of my first camps, it just missed my set up and the ridge line stopped the ends of the tree whipping me in my sleep. Lucky as 5 more feet away it would have hit me a lot harder.

[@Greenhillwoodlands]

“Nobody’s going to bump me”. THE best part about kipping out in the woods as a veteran rather than serving! Great to see a very familiar routine for getting in your pit for the night!

[@grumpyauldman]

I'm not ex. military but use similar routines when camping because I then know what kit I have, where it is and i don't lose anything.

[@andyrobo2554]

Laid in your bag then hearing the schemulli fizzing as it climbs up into the sky to ignite the night. 2 seconds to be up and at em. 😂

[@yahbless1659]

It would depend upon how much trust and faith you have in people in the wider sense as to how safe you feel bugging out and dependant upon location. I like to set alarms on my backpacking endeavours so I know someone cant sneak up on me at night and would be wise not too. The world is not a good place and trust is a luxury.

[@ianstewart2335]

That made me chuckle, too! Flash backs of many a crash move…. happy days (or nights!) 🤣

[@alexanderweaver4838]

I love watching our British counterparts doing their thing in the woods. I'm a military veteran here in Virginia who was fortunate to have served two tours in the UK. Great respect for you, sir. I was distracted by your left chest strap being twisted but it's just me with my OCD. It's cool to see you using rope instead of 550 paracord or #36 bank line for your ridge line. It's less apt to stretch and easier to strike camp plus rope comes in handy for other heavy duty tasks, especially if you're rappelling. You and I must have gone to the same camping school as I use a double hammock for the same reason of cocooning and still use my military gear (33 years since I retired); as for drinking out of the mug I bought a pair of "hot lips" from Amazon that saves my lips from burning. I love my coffee hot, hot, hot! I love chorizo and rice with a small amount of cheddar cheese sprinkled on top. Chorizo mixed in with scrambled eggs on toast is delicious. At 73 I take a folding urinal and put it in the side pouch of my hammock. Getting in and out of the hammock three to four times during the night sucks. Aluminum foil makes a great wind block around your stove; I affixed chopsticks at the end of the foil and drive the sticks into the ground to keep it from blowing away. Use heavy duty aluminum though. Awesome video, mate, and thanks for sharing!

[@madcat1007]

Me too. I take a small Nalgene type bottle with a screw top and happily pee into it all night long. Just make sure not to confuse it with any drink container in the morning.

[@steveturnbull4076]

I love your videos . I did my training at lympstone 1989 586 troop . Watching these videos makes me smile and takes me back to happy times . Im 58 years old but youve made me really wanna go back out there in field with a bivvy bag and do it all again . Respect to you Royal

[@ianstewart2335]

I am hoping I am not going to embarrass myself with this but wasn’t your troop T-shirt the now legendary ‘Adinuff’ variant??? If it was then I am not going mad! 😂 I joined up with 595 Troop - those happy sunny days holidaying at Butlins Exmouth!! PMPT 😎

[@davidvaughn7752]

I like how you respect the land. Most people don't bother to learn about the local ecology. Good on you!

[@synappticuser5669]

Most impressed. Was hiking and camping like this with my Dad since I was 8. 70 now. Best year? 1975 a year unemployed and I walked the length and breadth of the UK for a whole year. Then I joined up. Downhill after that. Only kiddin'. Impressed by your attitude to nature - caring. Best Wishes, McIntyre Scotland

[@Cozy_Camp_Fire]

Making and drinking coffee while still warmly tucked in my hammock is the best.

[@thomasthesaint5843]

I'm in the states and I have gotten back into wild camping over the last few years. I spend my time split between the swamps of South Georgia and the Mountains of East Tennessee, when I'm not working I try to spend as much time as I can in the woods. I love your videos and your attitude and mindset. I spent 10 years in the Coast Guard and I appreciate how you held on to your discipline. Thank you for your service, keep up the good work.

[@beatbasher]

Easy tip for working out your tarp spacing and whether your trees are the right distance apart. Use heel-to-toe pacing to work out how big your tarp is down each edge and diagonally then as long as you memorise or take a note of those you can plan where you're pitching a lot easier.

[@kateveneroso5754]

In the US that oak would be called a Widow Maker, along with his fellows! this term Widow Maker was what old time loggers used to locate before they did any falling. As to the fire scar, the heat of the fire has sterilize the soil, even removing the ash does not address impact on the soil. thanks for the great video!

[@davidian7787]

I spent 9 months living in a bush shelter that I pitched a cheap tent inside, tarp over the top and basically buried it under leaves and branches so you could have fallen over it before you knew it was there. Still went to work, showered there or at the gym. What you mentioned about tuning in. I could hear people moving, maybe 200 meters away. Not because they made a noise but because the birds go quiet around them or liven up. You can hear the "bubble of silence" as I like to call it, move as they do. You can hear the birds go quiet and even with your eyes closed, know where someone is and where they are heading. Living in a forest or wood is all about being as silent as possible so you can tune in to the background. I miss living like that, though full time is not easy. I still can't stand people making too much noise. The crows are your first warning as they tend to live at the outer edge of woods, near open ground, fields etc and raise a call if they see anything, They're like a burglar alarm. Next are the small birds that are chirping away but go silent when something gets too close, they start chirping again once it has passed so you can get a good idea of where something is and how fast it is moving. If it goes dead on a wider arc then there is a dog off the lead and out and about. Sonar contact......

[@davidian7787]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 Thank you. I'm enjoying your videos. I'd like to make some myself but they wouldn't be up to your standard. I think you're covering everything.

[@OldNavajoTricks]

Nice to read someone else has that sonar haha, I can hear a catflap going five doors down lain in bed of a night, our 3 cats are like rampaging elephants to me and if I call for a shush because I hear something potentially of interest outside, the better half doesn't understand that shuffling her duvet/foot bloody deafens me... Million per cent with you man, Humans are too damned noisy :-)

[@Happyheart146]

My boyfriend was a signaller, now I know why he calls it a 'racing spoon' - must be a military thing. Love the channel. Great tips and well put together, thank you. Best wishes to you and your family :)

[@davidkirwan7865]

Great video, loved the rationale behind the no fire aspect, that respect of where you was camping and harm a fire even with all the precautions could still cause, was excellent to hear being stated so clearly and sow ell explained.. brilliant stuff..

[@moorshound3243]

Had a deer walk right through our camp once, she almost walked through the fire pit. Hedgehogs sound like rhinos at night in the leaf litter haha! My hip flask stops me getting into hammocks. I always put my boots on sticks.

[@philfitzpatrick4903]

really enjoyed bushcraft it brought back loads of memory's from when I was younger and served

[@oaknhazel541]

Another great video to watch! Here in Ontario Canada, we are fortunate to have so much woodland space to disappear into! Crown Land its called here, and you can camp for free for up to 21 days in a given area. We are firm believers in picking up after ourselves, and often others if we find anything left behind... Thank you for your informative teaching! If this wacky world ever opens up again and you are ever in Canada, you should come for a trip in the Northlands of Ontario, you'd have a blast!

[@oaknhazel541]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 that’s amazing! If you ever do head over let us know! I’ve got a 17’ Grumman Whitewater canoe ready for backcountry trips!!

[@Ramsayoutdoors]

Weapon kit then yourself good vids bud I’ve served 16 years in the army Scots guards it deffo helps me with my ptsd being out bashing up clears my head

[@marcelluskontak3912]

Hi, i really enjoy your content! I am much into this kind survival. And i want to say, i really like your way of talking. As a german, it is very refreshing to hear this easy to understand oxford english rather than this american slang style. Keep up the good work!

[@josephreber525]

From a USA MARINE. Outstanding job Brother 👍😎

[@Adventuresonabudget67]

I love that you mention to make sure to get permission, do research and make a plan. So many influencers are grabbing gear and heading out without seeing if they can set up, have a fire, fish or hunt. Here in Canada we had two gentlemen who were on a popular survival show decide to make a video out west. They have since been charged with several federal offenses in relation to affecting nature contrary to park regulations. Unfortunately too many folks are supporting what they did - whereas many of us know that you need to be aware of regulations for the parks, including fishing regs, what can be done in the woodlands (building a fort is not looked on fondly in a natural park meant to preserve nature) and even things like operating a drone in a park (permits required). So there is now a warrant for the American chap who was with a Canadian local creating the video. Glad that you are a conscientious bushcraft focusing on leave no trace and respecting the local rules.

[@rickminer7528]

I really like this video, your approach to the experience. I have enjoyed wild camping for years and years, until recently. After watching this and hearing your tips and thoughts, I realise now why I have not been enjoying it: Keeping too much to a schedule, too much to tasks, etc. I am using this video to bring myself back to why I started doing this in the first place.

[@55Quirll]

Good to see you use the 4 W's 1. Water 2. Wood 3. Widow Makers 4. Wind

[@tonyanddeb1012]

Came here via Mark and Emily (my wife is a huge fan of theirs). Really enjoyed the video, the professional quality of the edit and the commentary. Recommended watching for all newbies to bush craft. Got you a new sub. Thanks

[@HarmerSimon]

Brilliant Nick, I'm always learning when I watch your video's. My kids love watching them as well. I've recommended your channel and will continue to do so. Keep it up Nick.

[@ayobali0121]

Out of everyone that I watch on KZbin your the most informative and a great teacher 😍 keep up the good work 🥰

[@daveedwards6567]

It looks so relaxeing in that wood peace full

[@asiangirlinthewild]

Hi 🙋‍♀️ nice place I love hiking 🥾 ⛺️ so much ! Amazing video! U have my support!

[@sarahsue42]

Perfectly paced video, thanks.. you're lucky to get permission in a wood like that..I go with arrive late,leave early, leave no trace That stove needs a windshield though!

[@TheNomadicWanderer]

love your videos mate. i see one recently talking about you transition from the forces to bushcraft, and i love how it helped you overcome your challenges. good work mate, keep it up

[@soggz4246]

Wild Camping. Was doing that as a young teen,just to get away from everyone else that wanted to go and play football,etc. Used to go to an old old place called Vallis Vale. (You may have heard of it…). Every wild campers dream,that place,plus it was literally on my doorstep. It led onto the D of E,and a mild bit of bushcraft,before bushcraft was as popular as it is today. Stay well.

[@maryhairy1]

Like a breath of fresh air! In another few months I’ll be able to get out there in hidey holes & camp again. One time camping on the beach I saw 3 muntjac running down to sea to play in the surf.

[@leopardontheprowl]

I find the idea of wild camping quite intimidating, but you make it seem very achievable!

[@beatbasher]

Granted there is a wealth of information for a beginner to digest here, the easiest trap to fall into when wild camping in the woods is over thinking it.

[@KennTennwhistlepig]

The more we learn, the less we fear.

[@justa.american8303]

Another great video. As you were getting ready for sleep I had to slap myself to keep from dozing off. Not that you were boring, but your voice carries a quite calm in tone. And that can trigger a relaxing effect.

[@andrewsmith4977]

Cheers mate i like wild camping my self but sometimes get a bit spooked out (watched to many paranormal docs!) ,but i did like your comments on not imposing on th forest and letting the animals carry on and becoming part of the forest we can all tell that is words from the heart.great video!

[@alt7288]

I am starting to watch all your videos…fantastic, thanks

[@stuartmartin6045]

Hoofing content Royal, I was in 87-2001, always good to see an oppo getting the corps spirit out there, I’m off grid for a few days from tomorrow, not sure I’ll like my hammock as I’ve never really used one, if not, shellscrape it is!! Essence work royal 🗡️

[@brixham20]

Awesome mate. Great informative video. Have found a great new channel. 🤙

[@lildevilgamer]

Pleasure to watch. I need to get myself a hammock worthy of an overnighter to pair with my tarp and try this out.

[@N1611n]

Fully clothed boots and all climbing in to my maggot, old habits die hard. Love your KZbin content and delivery, subbed.

[@scottsummers6357]

This was great, I've seen lots of these before, but I loved the way it was organized, and planned. Definitely a good show 👌

[@paulclarke7991]

Thanks for the information , please keep em coming and 👍😁

[@jatsajatsa]

Well, thank you for explaining why a water source is a good idea (with it’s usefulness in putting out a fire, top of the list) because I was really struggling with what I would need it for....

[@robertkirk4387]

With water sources I also like to check for animal tracks (deer, badgers, KIDS, ETC) so I do not disturb the wildlife and give them plenty of room, A fire scar changes the chemical composition of the soil and take years to recover and it kills all the seed life below this is why I use some sort of stove. If you ever get bored with Rice, try Pearl barley, it takes longer to cook but has a lovely Nutty flavour? and takes longer to digest so a bit like porridge. I never cease to be amazed how many Ex- servicemen go bushcrafting.

[@vf19blue]

I could almost taste that food. Years ago when I lived in Japan, a mate and I hiked into some mountains for a night over, we cooked something that smelled like boiled feet while it was cooking, but tasted like heaven when eaten (pepper salami, powdered mushroom soup and sweet potato sliced into 10mm:7/16 thick. I think it was the best meal I have ever had LoL. Great work mate, such an easy vid to watch and always brimming with helpful tips.

[@pykok]

I admire that you've managed to fit all the kit for an overnight stay in 22-liter pack (plus stuff on the external). for a hammocking which requires more stuff to carry around, that is quite a feat.

[@1964sdyoung]

Quick question, what pack are you using in this video?

[@zchuss1]

Had a lovely night out in my set up for the first time in 2 years because of covid. I decided to to do a heavy carry 1 night in order to work out what my new kits would be for this time of year. It was, let's just say it was excessive and very very heavy and my shoulders and legs are still sore. So my next camp is Kelly kettle,Billy can with wood gasifier inside (but keeping pocket rocket for emergency and small gas)leaving T4 at home and large gas. Aquaquest tarp (5lb but big) as I do not have basher anymore or anything lighter. Eno double nest,under blanket,ultra light weight sleeping bag.and without question 12 litre lifestraw filter system,it weighs nothing but invaluable. What I will not be taking this time is a lot. Tarp poles,camping chair,stool,ultra light but still adds up.stanley camp frying pan. Tinned food.water bladder. I could go on, but not going for so long it is surprising how much gear you accumulate, so I decided to take everything to work it out by trial and error. Car camping would have not given me a exact weight balance to my pack so it had to be brutal and carry it. I am still recovering from a very short hike and I also have been reminded that even as much experience as I have quite often you have to approach things as though you know nothing in order to find out what works and what doesn't. Getting to get my kit down to fit into a 45 litre camal back day pack is proving impossible with what I have. But I may have to invest in something slightly bigger. I love your videos and even though we have slightly different ways of doing things they reach the same goals, neither one is better than the other. Horses for courses. Thank you for your channel, it's a pleasure to watch and even the odd remark you make sometimes offers a little golden nugget of information of something I had forgotten or didn't know. One of the best channels for UK bushcraft in my personal opinion.

[@TheMightyWej]

It's a matter of time before you get contacted by a production company. As a kid I used to love watching survival programs, but I was always aware of the dramatisation involved. This content is amazing though, entertaining to watch, really informative and you teach it really well! Thank you for the effort you put in to your content, it really shows!

[@steve54brown]

Just found your channel , really impressed .I never thoughtb about your fire on top of Bluebell bulbs.Definately will be followng you .Again what a great channel .

[@hansfreekit]

Nice one. Thanks for making these films. I'm getting ready to try wild camping this summer - I bought a bit of beginners kit - been watching a few videos on youtube (of differing quality!) but you've given me a good bit of confidence here. Calm, Solid advice and also about thinking about your impact on the environment you're in. We need that more than ever now - getting out there but taking personal responsibility and really respecting the countryside. So, Thanks very much. Look forward to seeing more.

[@frankalvarez7387]

Just falling in love with your channel, what an amazing find this is! Keep up the great work!

[@DocRJK]

I just discovered your channel! I love it! I saw you made several different knots, and it would be great if you made a video on knot tying, including the way you rolled up ti rope at the ends of the tarp! Thank you!!

[@fredkingmusic4137]

You and ray mears are my two bushcraft idols :)

[@southbucksbushcraft6572]

Another awesome video, inspiring me to get off my lazy ass instead of saying "its Sunday im chilling" 😆 Im gonna be booking a course with you guys as soon as this mayhem pandemic is over!

[@andrewscrivens9586]

Another great video Nick👏....keep em coming 😀

[@dawnbromley6580]

Love a bit of wild camping

[@MarcelloGentile-c1i]

Love wild camping 🏕 ♥️

[@timseeley7980]

This is a fantastic place, heaven

[@columbiascouse]

Great video, well made and a good watch, cheers

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

Enjoyed watching that. Its always interesting seeing how others do stuff. Dinner looked good, will have to try that at some point. Regards JB. (East Sussex / South coast). 👍

[@WoodlandWandererMatt]

New favourite channel!! Keep it up mate I'm spamming my way through all the videos

[@stevo728822]

I live on the IOW and there are some lovely abandoned forests here on the south of the island with thick canopies that look like a Jurassic jungle. My favourite spot is a steep climb up Cripple Path to a ledge at treetop level with views over the sea and a 15ft overhanging sandstone ledge above your head. You see red squirrels jumping around the forest if your lucky.

[@stevo728822]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 Historically, it also has the only spot where German troops landed during WW2.

[@johnrevill1087]

Just got to point out that we have ash did back in the UK now and this make them prone to limb shed and just falling over just like beech hopefully it'll give you some food for thought for future blogs

[@mickd6942]

Excellent channel , found by accident so I’ve subbed

[@andycoombes161]

Looks idyllic Nick. I LOVE my DD hammock and tarp and in woodland a tent doesn't come close in my opinion. Looking forward to some winter hammock camping and getting to try the underquilt out. Great video:)

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

A beautiful unspoilt old woodland you have for your use Nick, very nice, and yes, take the high ground. Not a fan of the triangular tarp setup, but each to their own, I use a 3x4 metre tarp elongated setup but high for good weather protection with greater coverage and good all round vision, my ridge line is threaded through the tabs and is permanently fixed along with Prussik knots each end. The problem with hanging the tarp over the line is when it rains the water will traverse along the line and drip onto you and your sleep wear, not good. There are Hammocks with bug net's, they work very well and your bedding is protected from the bug's at all time's, I swear by my DD hammock, double layered, bug net with zips either side and it's given me dozen's of warm, comfortable, bug free night's of sleep. Totally agree with your fire tips, a fire is not necessary and as you explained they still leave a hidden scar on nature. I should get out up onto the Plain again I think, not been hammocking for some time but since my foot trauma incident I've only been out once in 15 month's, that was a couple week's ago, very short video on my YT channel. Cheer's Nick and all the very best to you and your family mate.

[@kateveneroso5754]

Once while camping I did not pay attention to camping location, as I arrived there after dark, Bad move! It was not a cold time of the year so I just put down my pad, made my dinner, crawled into bed. What I did not realize was that there was a stream, which I could hear, flowing out of pond area. During the night time, though I could hear this rustle of leaves which seemed to be progressing toward me. I was half asleep when a migration of frogs began to jump on to me and over me! They were migrating from the stream to the pond to bread, spawn!

[@garyjohnson4608]

Greetings from across the pond !

[@jonelliott4985]

The benefit of being in the netted hammock is that u won't get paralysis tics trying to feast on u but that said you can protect urself on the ground from them if it tarping u just have to be aware and careful that u have some sort if repellent or netting

[@ROMAN138]

Gotta say I love your pack setup. Reminds me of a load bearing H harness with a moderate sized pack. Use my SADF pattern 70 harness and pack setup for an overnighter and will only use military kit.

[@johnarmstrong4015]

Clicked on this video this morning, I have watched a good few other videos from you, all good. remember that Scotland has some of the best access laws in the world for "real wild camping" - - but these are getting spoiled here at the moment because people are abusing the law and camping on any bit of grass -anywhere even in graveyards !.. Really enjoy your videos, keep them coming

[@CliKnight]

Love to see our brothers from across the pound getting at it. I just stumbled across you. Now an a subscriber. Would love to see that guide rope technique you spoke of. Thank you again,cheers mate

[@CliKnight]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 definitely going to watch that one for sure

[@BourneOutside]

Late to the party! I thoroughly enjoyed this vid. Thank you very much kind sir!

[@littlepuppy101]

Salivating here, seeing the cooking. 😁

[@stevelobley3588]

Great video Nick. Nice and down to earth, practical as ever. Loved the little thumb knot tie of the tarp cord. Filed away for future ref!

[@stevelobley3588]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 Also the burdock chips but it looks like a pain to have to have a spade with you to get em up! Can you do it practically with a folding trowel (what I carry for small digging - sanitation etc) or is that a bit of a stretch?

[@stevelobley3588]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 cool - thanks.

[@JorgeVargas-jp2hk]

been following your channel. very informative videos. kudos!

[@kbrown611]

Very good tips and presentation. 👍👊

[@grahamsmith9483]

Another great video👍 nice tips on the trap guidelines too!....no snakes, scorpions or spiders in your boots!!

[@irvsstella]

HIDDEN VALLEY, V.I.A. Great work Sir.

[@SocialShortcuts]

Could you do a video on how you could find water sources if you were stranded/lost?

[@ianstewart2335]

My teacher told us that if we ever got lost in fog on Dartmoor then all we needed to do was to walk downhill. You will eventually find a stream… that stream becomes a river and that’s where settlements usually occur. Water is such an important feature on our landscape. 🙏

[@mathiasly4231]

Wow badass youtube channel. I walk a lot here in Sweden and have bought myself a hammock this year. I got underquilt and Ticket of the moon kingsize hammock its going to be sweet.

[@MarkWoodwardPhotography]

I have a US Marine issue bivvi bag, fantastic bit of kit. Much easier to get into,especially in my hammock, because of the big old zip on the side.

[@dezhatton7859]

I don't think Tarp Camping is for me,I hope to get back in to the woods sometime soon ,maybe a Bushcraft Day Camp out or an overnight with a tarp for shelter. Loving the channel, mate

[@adrianlydiate7197]

Love ur style my friend, have to say , feeling a little jealous 🤓

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

Nice camp out mate I'm enjoying your video's atvb jimmy 😎😎👍👍

[@billyblastoff7027]

Good camp thanks for entertaining me

[@MultiOutdoorman]

As i have got a bit older ... LOL. I now keep a collapsible (wide cap) pee bottle for night time drainage needs. In winter it serves as a (not too hot )hot water bottle too ! I have a small piece of foam pad to stand on barefoot while getting my boots off and on plus its a good seat / kneeling surface. Long bungees on each "swinging" side of the hammock keep it steady as I get in and out. I stole the idea from my other Hennesey Hammock. Good clips thanks.

[@beatbasher]

@MultiOutdoorman Great idea thanks for the tip. I hate hammocking when the wind changes direction gets in your tarp and makes you sway. For some that's the attraction of hammock camping but to me it's a ticket to feeling seasick when I shut my eyes after a few bevvies.

[@madmaxbushcrafting8429]

im am an ex squaddie from the mid 70s,,,and still use the hexi block folding cookers ,,,,,takes me back to cooking the naf 24hr ration packs in the cardboard boxes,,,,,,lol,,,,,,,,,happy days,,,,,,

[@tedsemonis7905]

Must be nice to just set up like you did. Our woods are the everglades or parks little farther north. Boots not on ground, and special care so you don't get eaten. And our weather is bright and sunny to lighting storms and gale force winds.

[@tedsemonis7905]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 5 different poisonous snakes. gators, panthers , bears, hogs and 8 to 20 foot pythons. No boots on ground so no vipers in toes or fire ants. Fire ants wait then all bite all together, and sometimes you won't be walking out.

[@pauldavies9360]

Awesome video! Would be cool to see something similar but with a ground set up.

[@nilscrawford4100]

Hey Nick, apologies if you have already made videos on the following two topics, (I’m still working through your channel) but yes, a video with in depth line, rope and knot tying would be amazing! I suppose they keep the whole outdoors show together (so to speak). And I’m really keen to understand your thoughts on sleeping bags and bivi bags.... I’d love to know your pros and cons and top tips in that department! As always, many thanks for the vid and keep em coming 👍

[@nilscrawford4100]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 for sure, just made my way through the tarpology vids. Brilliant. Thanks again 👏

[@KorumEmrys]

Just watched my third Vid of yours. I am in the Western/Southwestern US but really enjoyed. Still waiting for the folding saw belt case though on your website. Liked & Subbed. Stay Strong, Live Long.

[@KorumEmrys]

@@hiddenvalleybushcraft5683 Didn''t see it on website anywhere... =(

[@jonelliott4985]

Vango burner top that pocket rocket is similar to the one I use but only takes one canister by champion so it's kinda hard to acquire an that's one thing I don't like doing is wild fires cos I don't wanna scar the land or cause the Pete beneath to burn and carry into the tree roots or further afield beneath the ground.. Only time I have fire is on rocks near to the river but even then it's no point when I carry a burner in my kit

[@distaff2935]

Beautiful video! I don't think I could sleep in a hammock - prefer to sprawl out on the ground, just like I do every night on the floor. Nevertheless, so much nicer to have a tarp than a tent. Tents give me claustrophobia. Can't see what is going on outside, and it takes time to escape from one, if trapped in it. Agree about the woolens for a pillow. I've been using handknit shawls and sweaters (jumpers) for years for my pillows. Cosy and breathable both winter and summer.

[@alanpritchard5709]

@ 01:00 Wild camping IS permitted in the UK, provided you are in Scotland and you abide by the 'Outdoor Access Code'! The rules you mentioned about landowners permission applies to England only (With exceptions concerning parts of Dartmoor, as mentioned). There are no exceptions in Wales; you MUST seek landowners permission BEFORE you pitch your tent. Wild Camping in Northern Ireland is not strictly legal but is tolerated in many upland and remote areas. Otherwise, rules are as England & Wales. Hope this helps clear up any ambiguity... PS...Great Channel, keep up these brilliant videos (((AP))

[@madmaxbushcrafting8429]

,,,i also have x army bivi bag and had a 3/4 lenght zip sewn down the middle so it makes it easy to get in it like a sleeping bag,,,,,especially in a hammock ,,,,,dd hammock ,,,and a early hennessy hammock,,,,,,

[@descattysBushcraftbydescattys]

Hi mate Just came across this video. Enjoyed it 👍 Good info Cheers Des

[@Spookrider100]

Excellent vids as ever....wild camping can be done without landowners permission in part of the uk, shhhh ;) can highly recommend the eastern cairngorms where i live, would be great to see you this way.

[@mattyp80]

Hotlips on Amazon will prevent that lip welding and as they come in pairs, you can drink from both sides without any worries 😉😁

[@thefucrew9865]

Great information !!! What pack and pouches are you carrying ??? Keep up the great work, especially with the psychological videos !!! They actually help some of us. 👍🙂

[@1988pmartinez]

I would love to see more crusader cup recipes if you have any