CAMPING in wind, rain and fog | It’s not always glamorous

[@CheapCharlieChronicles]

Sometimes the inclement weather becomes the most memorable experience when outdoors.

[@joeydr1497]

Yeah my scout troop spent 15-16 hours in a tent. We zipped a kid outside with a cat and watched him through the bug mesh, apparently a cat is terrifying. Absolutely hilarious.

[@TrekkingPackingGear]

Yeah my second ever wild camp was in below freezing temps with mostly borrowed low budget equipment and we actually got pretty scared when our water began freezing and the spiritus was not burning. As always forecast was not right about the temp but it was a great experience and love to think about it now that its over 😄. But still, did not have the best night sleep 😬

[@cameronbowyer8056]

Me and the lads I go with all prefer to go in bad weather cause its some of the funniest times we have had

[@scottplumer3668]

It keeps the amateurs away, that's for sure!

[@rodnewman6519]

Despite being a pain in the backside trying to set up in foul weather I’ve had some of my best nights sleep out on Dartmoor in the wind and rain. Have to say Paul, you look so much happier now you have given up the day job. Wishing you every success for the future

[@Daydreameruk]

I thought this too. It’s great to see someone with such passion for the simple life. Perfect.

[@danielalpin967]

I had to bail last night, my tent (MSR Hubba Hubba) was making a right racket in the wind, gonna sell it I think and buy a scarp it looked SOLID. One upside was walking back in the dark I saw a barn owl!

[@HDvroom10]

Great! Would be interesting to see you unpack and how you care for your gear once back home!

[@Funkteon]

As an Aussie, I'm jealous of the fact the UK and Europe are basically one big campground in a sense of how nice the ground is to camp on, but it feels like you can't truly escape humans or their structures, in that you're always within a few dozen miles of a human settlement - Something I like about Australia is that you can go hiking hundreds upon hundreds of miles away from any known human settlement and know that you are truly alone in the wilderness...

[@totomesch1940]

Living the dream Paul! Well done on taking the biggest step, the step away from the "9 to 5" mentality to becoming the master of your own destiny...... Nice move. Nice shout-out to Bushman & Blue too, love that channel, in fact, all of you hiking/wild camping channels really helped me during a very tumultuous period in my life, so thanks for that! Upwards & onwards....... Towards.............

[@WalkWithWallace]

Good to see the Scarp 1 performing well mate, and chuffed the first month has gone well so far, long may it continue. 😎

[@TelB]

Well done Paul! Seriously admire you! You help a lot of people especially when you mention the benefits to mental health. Look forwards to an open-day sometime perhaps. Your wife deserves some praise too! A great Team Member. All the very best!

[@neilhughes3529]

Nice! For the scarp poles I wrapped a bit of yellow tape round the middle of each end section of the centre pole (same colour as the sleeve) - that way you can easily tell it apart from the crossing poles. Maybe save you carrying extra bags for the different poles 👍

[@edwardkenny2356]

Crazy wind! Thanks, Paul, I very much enjoyed the video. Also... I'm glad to hear that things are going well after quitting your job 👍. Ed, from So. California.

[@HikeandSeeker]

Lying awake listening to wind and rain is comforting somehow. I have never pulled my tent down in the rain. But I have hung a wet fly sheet on the back of my pack to dry a few times.

[@derrickfelix6206]

Paul, more like this would be fantastic setting up your gear to take on such weather, awesome. Hope to be following developing a like vlogs, in rough situations. With the best or right gear. I follow Gareth and Zoe, take on quiet amazing vlogs.

[@marcelosilva6955]

Wild camping must always have good equipment for all difficulties and excellent camping. A subscriber here from Brazil

[@thequietprofessional8435]

Great vlog Paul, so pleased you managed to make that leap of faith and so glad to see the Scarp 1 out in the wind.......Keep up the good work and live the dream......

[@Eboat63]

And that's Paul, bad weather, iffy food and still keeps it real. Makes do, and maintains the priority of adding tips to improve your own experience. Nice.

[@gordon7470]

What a difference those extra poles make! Impressed 👍

[@mcoppock214]

Topman Paul, just love that tent.

[@clovermark39]

Great to see all the camp being set up from tent to meal. Great stuff.

[@arthurdanielles4784]

We liked the Hollands steak and kidney puds (in foil wrap) popped into a pan to steam.. You can add the steam veg (Birds Eye) into the pan and cook with the puds.. Awesome!! 👀👍

[@cleverdaft]

Kinder kinder kinder! Another great video Mr M! Like a previous comment I’ve read, you seem like the cat that’s got a whole dairy now you’re a full time adventurerizer…! Keep up the good stuff sir..! 🙌🏼

[@ayb1470]

Yes!!! Another hot pudding and cold custard person ❤ my friends and family think I'm weird on this preference. Love your videos, when I can't get outdoors, your videos are the next best thing.

[@thewiltshirewomble]

As you say Paul, it not always glamorous, but I love the challenge that the different weather brings and find it so rewarding. Great to see you up in the hills doing what you love and not worrying about a day job alongside. Thanks for sharing as always. Take care buddy. Cheers Mark

[@shaunsgonecamping5285]

I pitched up in that exact same area on bonfire night! Surprised I didn’t bump into you Paul! I couldn’t see 10 yards in front of me and I was just glad to be in my tent around 4:00 as it got dark at 4:30! Good night to be out

[@SimonEdwards]

Thanks for the shout Paul a true gent all the best mate thank you

[@TheCoopsvids]

Another great night out mate ...thanks for taking us along 👍🏻

[@timhobin8490]

You look so chilled...well done for getting off the wheel.

[@btyc]

Your content is so spot on. I like camping in California when it’s 16-22c out, clear skies and cool evening, but I knew I loved camping when it’s pissing down, you’re shivering and been eaten alive by bugs but still enjoying yourself. Cheers Paul

[@kennethwilson8633]

Good thing you have good equipment. Have fun be safe.

[@SimonOutdoors]

Well that was wild Paul, glad you’re well and safe. Tent held up well mate 👍🏻

[@johnhill5806]

This is why I love my MSR Hubba Hubba tent, as you have plenty of room to set up and pack up when the outside isn't so pleasant. And it's still light and packs away really well. Thumbs up on hot pudding and cold custard, LOL!

[@gilljo1]

Thats a real camping video. Thanks and stay safe.

[@1234andrewjones]

I’ve started buying gear every pay cheque and slowly but surely I am getting ready for a bit of outdoor camping - cannot wait

[@searchwest2811]

Another fantastic video Paul. Thank you for sharing. I really enjoyed it. Cheers 🍻

[@TechnikalKO]

That is exactly the type of weather I had the day I went up Snowdon. Seeing as how I'm an American and was on vacation, it was a bit of a disappointment. But also an excuse to return for another go!

[@marycarter6186]

Backpacked the Ouachita trail in Arkansas last weekend, and it was much like this: misty and foggy at elevation and wind gusts up to 50 mph!! What a great trip as the next morning dawned calm and with blue skies. So glad you're following your bliss, Paul. By the way when I first started out backpacking a few years ago, it was your video I watched on how to pack my backpack. Brilliant and helpful--thank you!!!

[@BurtReynoldstash]

I was up kinder on Friday night mate. In my scarp 1 ( no x pole). It was a bit wild with wind and clag. Headtorch needed to be dipped as just bounces of the clag. Earplugs are a winner for sure, tents amazing in such conditions, quick re tension a silent. Lovely sunrise sat morning tho. I was singing your praises packing up, that sponji cloth is a games changer. Proper sucks the water up. Makes tent loads lighter on the way down. Nice one 👍

[@bikepackingadventure7913]

Nice to see some paramo being used in harsh conditions. I love the stuff. 👍😏😊

[@thisoldcottage]

Genius Paul!!!! Old sock on the gas canister....... I found my gas struggling this weekend, so I'll be doing this straight away :-)

[@kidda74]

"Does it get any better than this" Should be printed on the back of all your merch! 😂

[@stugtodd2778]

The video/picture quality of your videos is first class.

[@SalticidaeFan]

You’re reducing your stove output by insulating the canister. Briefly holding a lighter underneath is effective in cold conditions.

[@mickyjb2003]

Great stuff,thanks for the experience.

[@justme2640]

Scarp 1 is pretty bomber absolute beaut of a tent more great content and lovely view too . Cracking little camp out keep em coming 👍

Just my two cents - gas canister don’t warm up from inside (on opposite it chills when stove is lit) so pot warmer(isolator) won’t help much.

[@MrDoyley35]

My thoughts exactly. Adiabatic cooling. The sock will make it even worse. Best bet in very cold weather would be to use a different gas with a lower vaporisation temperature (propane) or warm up the canister in the sleeping bag for a bit. Butane boils at -2 deg c. Near freezing temperatures the adiabatic cooling may bring the canister down to that temp greatly reducing the performance. If caught out in such low temperatures the first thing to do with the low output would be to heat up a water bath saucepan to a moderate temperature , say 35-40 deg c, and sit the canister in that for a more sustainable 🔥👍🏻

[@tahtarizkyorigma]

Awesome place 👍🏻

[@Wheres_wanda_wandering]

What a difference a day makes. That waterfall was brilliant. Take care Gill

[@juliaford8462]

Thanks for showing a video where conditions aren't perfect. x

[@charlesperry1051]

I have done a lot of backpacking with Boy Scouts in the US. We remember the bad weather trips much more than the good ones! I live in bear country, east Tennessee, USA. We don't cook and eat in tents if we can avoid it. I have eaten many meals standing in the rain.

[@paultownley5825]

Good to show both sides of wildcamping. Was in the Peaks yesterday and several people were not prepared for the weather 🤦‍♂️

[@jacksimper5725]

Give you 2 cheap tips .First get rid of the blow up pillow as it does your neck in over time and use a small pillow as you get in aircraft (even make one) Second get a small covered hot water bottle for heat in your sleeping bag ,this also is a backup water carrier .

[@DJunclepaul2nd]

Really good to see you mention other KZbinrs. I'm keen on UK based wild camping channels. There's plenty of time to fill watching content when you don't watch broadcast TV! I mentioned your sound quality (which is very good) to a uk guy who is a new channel with just a handful of subscribers. He is getting out there and camping. Even phones have decent images now, but bad sound ruins a video.

[@johnvanboolen7820]

Every day's a Saturday ! enjoy your time Paul

[@LavameruJejak]

hi uncle, i just found your channel, and i really like it, watch and enjoy it and inspire me, thank you uncle, i'm a child who likes adventure and action in the wild with my dad, i support you uncle, hopefully healthy always and we can keep connected. warm greetings from lavameriu in Indonesia.

[@lagmanshep]

Brilliant video Paul, thanks for taking me camping again, i hope i did get in the way =8-), as some others have said, you looks so much happier since leaving your old job, well dome, i really hope things carry on good for you

[@66oggy]

Your camp was very close to my regular spot. On the plateau you can tuck between various rock formations just south of Red Brook, and about fifty yards to the east of the Pennine Way. You look down on the path, but you are hidden ..... Fantastic spot.

[@scooby1446]

Really love your videos Paul. I want to start camping myself & will start in spring when the weather gets better. Great videos once again, cheers. 👍🏼

[@tintobrass532]

Aye, it’s a grand life being a hiker and outdoor camper; can’t beat it, love your videos mate

[@RubberTramping]

99.9% of people would have sacked the idea, pure commitment hats off to you Paul for another great video 👌

[@joshuaoconnor2471]

Great video, thanks Paul

[@williammay6879]

Great video as always and happy to hear your enjoying your new adventure. Well deserved! Just put my order in for the scarp 1 2022 version so can’t wait to get it out in some windy conditions.

[@paddletech]

Great vid as usual Paul, thank you. Wind is a pain in the bum & I've always hated it when it's too strong, just makes everything harder. One thing you could do to identify the difference in the poles is to wrap some coloured tape on the cross poles. I have a length of silver duct tape on my canoe paddles in a place that I don't grip & it's come in handy a few times.

[@onenoodles]

Ahhhh Kinder ... never one to underestimate ... once came close to disaster up there when me and a pal were mountain biking on a day that began in clear blue frosty sunshine and two hours later it was a total white out, knee deep snow and 5 yard visability ... it was my most frightning moment I have ever had outdoors, forecast was not for that and it changed in a heart beat ... we were struggling to see a way off as the driving snow was making everything go belly up and thgen ran into two very experienced fellas who were trying to get down too ... they saw us off in one piece but I have never forgot it. Great video Paul and glad that you are loving your new life.

[@chunks1965]

Nice one Paul, agree with the review of the Firepot Spicy Noodles 2/10 from me. Glad the new 'job' has started well! another great video.

[@bonniebhawkinscreativetv3965]

I Just SUBSCRIBED TO YOUR CHANNEL and love it, in the Video the fearless Winds and thick fog seemed to present a challenge, but it seemed to took it like a champ, and took us on a wild Adventure, full of joyful excitement, thanks so much for sharing your amazing camping adventure with us, gave you a thumbs up 👍🏻 for wild adventure.

[@peterprior1]

Enjoyable meeting video again. As someone researching and just starting out, it was interesting to see how you set up in rough conditions. Thank you.

[@TheMadmacs]

top tip, a 12mph wind whipping over a mountain top gets a bit tastey, if it then goes on to hit the other side of a glen, you get a really wild gusty wind down the glen itself, 12mph can translate to 50 or 60mph gusts.

[@terryrensch2561]

Another great video Paul pleased with the tent in strong winds as my one its one its way did the same as you got them to seam seal added the cross polls and and also got 6 extra guy lines it be in the garden with my doberman Karl he is 19 months old still bouncy but getting my gear together all ready to get out and wild camp hopefully see you one day on top of hill somewhere

[@Lee-70ish]

At least you use your kit Paul. The number of bloggers who seem to have piles of gear some of it hugely expensive and only appear to use it once or twice a year if that.

[@summitwithstevie6934]

Haha fair play to you going out in that hoolie It is a different ball game eh doing everything from within the tent. On my last outing I also had crazy winds and end up packing up at 6am and walking onto my 2nd munro in the wind, clag and darkness. I take my hat off to you for continuing to film as i just put my camera away to concentrate on getting packed up as quickly as possible

[@Alex_Fella]

The weather was like this when I went up to the plane wreckage, at the Peak District, with my friends. Added an eerie atmosphere to the area.

[@BulldogBadger]

These windy and misty camps are always good once your inside the tent and wrapped up warm with a brew ☕️👏🦡

[@kke]

Sometimes I use the tiny pump to deflate the ether light for packing, it's hard to get all the air out by rolling.

[@gregcooper2719]

You make it look effortless... I'm quite jealous...

[@paulstubbs1843]

There’s a hook point directly above the doors on the Scarp... I moved my lantern to that on last camp

[@markosbroughton5573]

Great stuff Paul you always look positive even when the weather is terrible.

[@Fludded]

Hey Paul TV Producer here…. Really enjoying that you are using walking shots more but just wanted to give you a top pro tip and that is if you’re moving left to right in the frame, make it so that you keep moving left to right - unless the viewer sees the change of direction - otherwise it looks like you’re going back the way you’ve just come. Love your videos!

[@adventurebrews]

Great adventure that Paul. I love it up kinder!

[@chrisarnold4709]

Always test your skills in poorer weather so you know that you have the confidence in your kit and ability if things don't go to plan so good to see this type of video. Do like the Peak District but can heartily recommend Dartmoor if you want to test yourself even more!

[@mushroom-mac617]

Another great video mate I was out night fishing the same day, the wind must have been wild up there, glad I found your channel its helped me a lot mate, you truly are inspiring me to get out more. Thank you 🙏

[@BeeOutdoors]

Good on you I’m made up that you going full time and I’m sure success will be on your side 💪

[@Iyanrach]

On April 7th, 2022. I quit the Job as a Banker in Indonesian National Bank, its been almost 3 week now. I do enjoying living outdoor, Hiking and solo camping as yours Paul, Oh my God, I guess we have a same things in common, stay safe out there Paul. Enjoy your Life.

[@aaronkrey6828]

Jetboil MiniMo and some food + PUNK IPA + M&Ms = Perfect chill time, no matter the conditions :) Thanks Paul for the vidéo !

[@iainnorquay5371]

What a way to make a living? Go to France, it's warmer and you can camp on the beach south of Bordeaux on the Aquitane coast towards Biarritz. The thunder storms in late August are awesome first the Levant rolls onto the beach then you get the warm rain then you get lightning then thunder. So maybe one to think about for next year.

[@Freedom4Life40]

Thanks for braving the weather for another awesome video.

[@simonward4520]

Much better the my attempt last night on Bamford edge lady bower, had to bail at 4.30pm, and decent in pitch black. On way down slipped, tent came off outside. Did not know until at bottom. Lesson learned, good tips from your videos, keep them coming.

[@HoratioNelson78]

So glad you are loving life Paul...Enjoy pal

[@TheAdventureGeek]

Love the sock idea over the gas canister Paul! Great tip and another fab video

[@thecolofthewild]

Great video. That tent is rock solid. Kinder is on my to do list and that edge just down from Kinder Low is definitely a priority. Walked up there plenty of times but never wild camped.

[@matthewoliver6655]

I am glad you are doing this as a job, Paul. Great work, keep it up. I am sure you have more fun at this job than your last hon. Cheers

[@stevenjohnson2465]

Sat in the ramblers in edale as you spent the night up kinder. Spent the night there and then went for a hike today..bloody breezy to say the least. When i get a tent to fit me i will be up there, until then its game stew and guinness..which was nice...

[@StephenJReid]

Well chuffed to spot my channel on your list there 😁😁 Bought a Rab Ridge raider after seeing some of your videos, figured the cramped discomfort will provide some entertainment 😂

[@arthurdanielles4784]

Great vid Paul. Ah this brings back memories. 😉The trip to Northumberland with my partner ended up with one of the stormiest nights we could remember. Pitching in pouring rain, almost a retreat to the car 🚙 🤣One of the reasons we loved a tent with a separate inner liner.. Stay safe Paul!!

[@ryankuhn926]

This was awesome! Leveled up!!! 👊🏻🍻

[@sofie4815]

Amazing video! And the gas canister cosie was a great tip! 👍🏻 Thanks!

[@BakaDeru]

I thought I've been unsubscribed, but YT is playing shenanigans with the notification bell. Now I have a backlog of videos to watch!

[@recycled3654]

Dayum. Man, that wind. I'd have to load rocks in my pockets. Love that tent !

[@nikospapageorgiou57]

I prefer adventurous, over glamorous! Great nature video Paul !

[@mattgoulden4779]

Right behind you mate.

[@rowielumasacjr.6007]

Great video as always Paul ♥️

[@ajcoops5919]

Awesome viewing Paul, I've got the 2 man scarp tent and that bit of extra room makes all the difference, rock solid with the cross poles and would give the hillibergs a run for the money