Peak District Solo Wild Camp ¦ British Army Basha & Bivi ¦ Osprey Rook 65

Join me for a solo overnight wild camp in the Peak District using a British Army Basha and British Army Bivi (or Bivvy if you prefer!). My chosen rucksack for the trip was the Osprey Rook 65, whuch easily swallows everything needed and is also a very comfortable pack.
if you want to check out pricing for this pack:
Osprey Rook 65 - amzn.to/3kjV6vv
The British Army Basha & Bivi are easily available from army surplus suppliers on e-Bay.
If you want a bit more info on this Basha setup, take a look at my earlier setup video: • British Army Basha Wil...
The link above is an Amazon UK affiliate link. If you purchase via the link, the price is the same to you, but I will receive a small comission which helps to fund the channel.
Music in this video - KZbin Studio.
As always, many thanks for watching!
#tarpcamping #wildcamping #outdoors

[@gud2go50]

Beautiful scenery there!😮😊

[@DesGreene]

The are is called The Peak District in the county of Derbyshire. It really is very beautiful! Thanks for watching👍

[@Dutcharmytent]

I have always used a tent on camp sites paying £12 to £18 a night and having to pre book as well. Bivi and Basha camping really appeal to me. Cannot wait to try it, you inspired me.

[@DesGreene]

Cheers! You can't beat bivi camping if the conditions are right. Only downside of the ex-army gear is the weight! 😁

[@futuresshilpa6587]

Great video definitely inspiring me to get out there and enjoy the mountains. I'm nervously planning my first wild camp

[@DesGreene]

That's great to hear! And careful planning is definitely the right approach👍 All the best & I hope all goes well!

[@walkandcamp]

Brilliant, cheers Des (slowly working my way through all your videos!)

[@DesGreene]

Much appreciated! Thanks for watching👍

[@BulldogBadger]

Looked a great set up.. I have always been a tent guy but just got myself a tarp so you have inspired me to get out and use it 👍

[@Sparky-ov1ot]

Definitely a Marathon! and the basha's a good job except when the midges attack, especially the man eating Scottish Midge.

[@DesGreene]

Yes, the midges can be a problem (not usually as bad down here). I've also got a Dutch Army bivi that has a net built in, but still wouldn't be much fun hiding away from midges in such a small space 😁 Thanks for watching👍

[@AdventureDeNorthVlogs]

Outstanding landscape

[@sperrinoutdoors7642]

Great upload buddy love my Basha hope to get it out soon too great upload

[@dougdixonhull]

Great setup. I have just got a similar setup with a DD3X3 tarp and army bivvy bag. Not had the chance to use it yet but looking forward to it. Great video. Look forward to the next one.

[@DesGreene]

Thanks Doug. I've not used a DD tarp as yet, but they seem really popular. I'd imagine you could get a bit more headroom if needed as it's larger than the basha. Cheers for watching!

[@AMostlyFunctionalJess]

I bought a tent and I haven't even used it yet because I've fallen in love with tarp set ups! It's a great way to camp out. Lovely video, that spot is on my wildcamp wishlist 👍

[@DesGreene]

Agreed, if conditions allow it, tarp and bivi is great. I'm just getting back into it after many years absence. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! 👍

[@UrbanGrrl69]

Beautiful set up Des, think you are right re condensation it’s just the way it is. These Iron Age dudes knew their stuff, good fort. Lovely sunrise. It’s a shame you don’t have the free right to roam in England.

[@DesGreene]

It is a shame. But if you are sensible it's tolerated. And yes, those Iron Age dudes certainly must have known which way the wind blows. Thanks for watching!

[@chrisgibson2328]

The majority of land in England (over 90%) is in private hands - The 'common man' must keep out of his own country. Unreal.

[@ljmini732]

thanks Des for your video, i'm doing my first wild camp soon and i'm going to use the desert version which back then was slightly bigger. thumps up to you for using your basher. sir, i salute you.

[@DesGreene]

Hope it goes well👍 I've never had a desert pattern one, but I've always thought they might blend in well up on moorland. I was out in my Dutch Army bivi last night and took a chance with no tarp. Got lucky with no rain! 😁 Cheers for watching!👍

[@Taffwildmanofthewoods]

Only now catching up with this one Des, certainly traveling light. Looks like everything went to plan.

[@DesGreene]

Oh that was a great little outing! 😁 I think I used the British Army bivi on that one. But wasn't forecast for rain, and not too many midges about. None of this army kit is really light, but it works and will last forever with a bit of care. Look forward to seeing what adventures you have planned Taff! 👍👍

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Des sent you an insta message 👍🏻 Saw it and thought of this camp. Half a tennis ball great to put on top of trekking pole. Protects Basha and helps stop slippage.

[@DesGreene]

Hi Mick. It was a great camp and the setup worked well. Cheers for the tennis ball tip. It's been a while since I used the basha. A cracking piece of kit, might give it some use this year if it ever stops raining!

[@paganoutdoors3193]

Cracking wild camp , stunning spot as well, regarding condensation, I've done camps when you think it'll be a issue,and it hasn't, then other times, dripping off the inside when it shouldn't be, just one of them things sometimes, I get it more on coastal camps, dips in the surrounding landscape etc, really enjoying your videos, good health and safe travels my friend, cheers craig

[@DesGreene]

Hi Craig! Yes, I suppose there's so many variables.....moisture level, ground and air temperature, wind, and the tarp setup itself. I was quite surprised on this one as the setup is so open to the front and sides. Was still a memorable camp though! Amazing sunrise! 😁 Cheers for watching. Will check out some of your vids asap👍

[@dougcaye7786]

Nice video Des - I love camping w the boil in a bag meals ! ny wife just subscribed as well. keep it up :)

[@DesGreene]

Thanks very much Doug, and Mrs Caye 👍 That meal was like we discussed on your budget camping meals video - cost about £1 straight off the supermarket shelf. Keep the money for camping gear 😁

[@wildcamping1502]

You found a nice little spot there to pitch the Basha great Camp, something I have never tried yet but must give it a Go in the future always used a tent, Enjoyed the video Subscribed and Liked, hears hoping we can regain our freedom soon and get back out in to the wild, Keep Safe and Well, Les.

[@DesGreene]

Thanks for watching & for the sub!👍 If the weather and midge conditions are right, tarp/bivi camping is a great experience. Like yourself, I can't wait to get back out there! All the best👍

[@gagegibbs7538]

Thank You.. exelant video .GOD BLESS....

[@DesGreene]

You're welcome Gage. Thanks for watching! 👍

[@euanr.skinner6492]

Nice video Des ! Nice how the mtp pattern blended in... atb from a new subscriber :-)

[@DesGreene]

Thanks Euan, and many thanks for the sub! Yes, the MTP blends in really well up on the moors. All the best! 👍

[@treksntarps]

Nice one. I gots to get myself up there and out in me basha 👍 take care Des .

[@DesGreene]

Yes, it's been a few months since I had a proper wild camp under the basha. Definitely in my plans now we're allowed out again! 😁 All the best👍

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

The lakes in the cairns gorms are fantastic with MamTor as a back drop looking towards the Munro’s in the Cheviots. Great spot. Nice Basha set up. I’ve just got a Dutch M80 Bivi with central zip to go with my Carinthia Defence 4 with central zip. An elephant skin ground sheet. A British Army Basha woodland DPM

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

ps as Your in my neck of the woods, down by the stream. Just subscribed.

[@DesGreene]

Thanks for watching. All the best👍

[@AdventureDeNorthVlogs]

Wow amazing my friend

[@DesGreene]

It was a great camp, many thanks for watching!

[@leecallaghan5294]

Just found your channel Des, i have subbed. just getting started at stealth camping. thanks for sharing Des..

[@DesGreene]

Thanks for watching and for the sub, Lee. Much appreciated👍 I'm really looking forward to getting out there again as soon as we're allowed.

[@leecallaghan5294]

@@DesGreene look forward to your uploads Des. thanks again for sharing.

[@nakkadu]

That was good

[@DesGreene]

Cheers! Really appreciate you watching👍

[@jeffmorris739]

Hello Des I'm a Yank from over the pond and I watched your video to see how you packed your Rook. We look to be about the same age and I enjoyed your video, very nice. I am heading out in the morning for a spot called Savage Gulf natural area in Tennessee to have my first go at hammocking on an overnight. I've been a tenter backpacking since I was a kid but my back is not a good as old so trying to sleep in the air. That would not have worked well where you were of course. Why do these packs feel so much heavier than when I was a kid? LOL!

[@DesGreene]

Hi Jeff, thanks for looking in! Not sure if this video showed how I pack the Rook very well. I usually pack my shelter (tent or tarp/bivi) in the bottom compartment. Main compartment I have a large dry sack with sleeping bag and sleeping mat at the bottom. Lighter stuff like clothes and a down jacket above. In the top compartment I put stuff I need easy access to - 1st aid kit, snacks etc. I've got video that I'm just editing at the moment with my initial thoughts on the Rook. I'd be interested to hear what you think. Hope your trip goes well and your back holds up OK! 👍

[@DaveGoodman1959]

Enjoyed that Des, 🍻

[@DesGreene]

Thanks Dave, much appreciated. Here's hoping we can get a bit more camping in in 2021 😊 All the best! 👍

[@DaveGoodman1959]

@@DesGreene Yes Des Im always looking forward to a camp, might get out over Christmas. 👍

[@begbie672]

Tarp camping....👌

[@bjjrambler3913]

Nice bit of kit

[@DesGreene]

Yes, the British Army basha is hard to beat. Not the lightest piece of kit, but very tough & versatile. Cheers for watching! 👍

[@GavTatu]

iron age ghosts would be quite cool !

[@DesGreene]

So long as they maintain social distancing Gav 😉 👍

[@atrampinthehills.841]

Nice one Des...been up around there a few times ...lets keep it quiet sshh

[@DesGreene]

Yep, don't tell 'em Pike 😊 A lot more options up there too. Thanks for watching!

[@Bazza_5968]

@@DesGreene great setup Des. As an ex infantry soldier in the British Army i bought myself a pair of Gor-Tex Lowa boots which i patrolled many miles in through very rough terrain such as the Brecon Beacons. They are the best boots iv ever worn altho im hearing good reports about Altberg boots. Have u any thots or comments on these and if they are as good as they say. Keep up the good work 👍

[@DesGreene]

@@Bazza_5968 Thanks! As I'm a real novice with a tarp/basha that means a lot. I'm afraid I can't help you with the Altbergs, I've never owned a pair. There seems to be a lot of praise for them on some of the camping/hiking Facebook groups. Cheers for watching!👍

[@ThepPixel]

@@Bazza_5968 Personally Magnum boots are my favourite, very comfy and mine lasted years in Cadets and everyday wear

[@richardmurray9415]

Hi des. Great video. Nice set up and fabulous skies. How do you find the snugpak sleeping bag.temp rating any good? I've heard that their comfort ratings are generally way off. Best wishes. Richard

[@DesGreene]

Thanks Richard, much appreciated! Yes, not sure where they get 2C comfort rating from. I really like the Elite 2 as a bag, but it's strictly late Spring to early Autumn use. Everyone is different though, but for me I'd say 6C or higher for comfort. All the best and thanks for watching! 👍

[@fatwhitebloke9851]

Yes mate they will always be marathans .

[@DesGreene]

😁 Had forgotten I'd said that! Thanks for watching 👍

[@kennethcarter5720]

Been practicing in the garden with a tarp like the idea. When there is moisture in the air it does collect on the tarp. Saving up for a lightweight bivvy. Just throwing a tent footprint over my bag and moisture collects on that two. Would not chance it away from home though. Did your bag stay dry 🔥

[@DesGreene]

Hi Kenneth. If the air temperature is cold, I do find you get some condensation on the inside of the tarp. I suppose it's a bit like single skin tent in that regard. But if you are also using a bivvy, that keeps any moisture from getting your sleeping bag wet. Put a bin liner or cover over your backpack & boots and you're fine in Spring/Summer. Thanks for watching! All the best👍

[@MontyOutdoors]

Lovely wee setup. I aim for that in winter when there's less insects haha. What do you get up to when camping solo? I usually listen to music via my speakers!

[@DesGreene]

Cheers Monty. If I've had a decent walk in, watching the sunset and a can of beer is all the excitement I can take 😉 I did watch a film on my phone on this one - The Railwayman. Great book and great film. Thanks for watching!

[@MontyOutdoors]

@@DesGreene Aye, sometimes I watch a film too. It's a unique experience! How was the curried chickpeas? They look incredible.

[@DesGreene]

@@MontyOutdoors Those chickpeas are definitely worth a try mate. I didn't show it on the vid, but to boil them in the bag you need to open the top and stir them about a bit. Tasty and filling though 👍

[@hastingsgraphics]

Great video , what walking poles do you use please Des ?

[@DesGreene]

Thanks, much appreciated! 😊 The poles are Black Diamond. Not sure what model, but just the fairly basic alluminium ones. They are holding up well after a couple of years use though👍

[@gud2go50]

How does an American get a surplus Army Basha similar to yours or in DPM camouflage? I would love camping in one. Maybe let me know the dimensions and I can find a similar tarp over here. Thanks!😊

[@DesGreene]

Hi there! I see from your other comments that you found my video "what is a British Army Basha?" so hopefully you have the dimensions now? I'm not sure on availability in the US. They are widely available on Ebay in the UK, but I imagine postage costs would be quite high due to the weight.

[@marksadventures3889]

Howdo lad, just checking out your video and channel if that's fine.

[@DesGreene]

Certainly is Mark. Thanks for watching 👍

[@DamonInvestmentinc]

How does the sunrise feel in the meadow?

[@DesGreene]

It was great to wake up to such an amazing sunrise! 😁 All the best & thanks for watching👍

[@brianjones1151]

There seems to be an underlying worry about getting caught camping out, what punishment can you expect, if caught ??

[@DesGreene]

Hi Brian. No punishment, but if you are camping on private land without permission you can be asked to move on. Keeping a low profile is definitely a good idea.

[@gud2go50]

Do you all worry about snakes over there?

[@DesGreene]

We only have one venomous snake in the UK, the adder. They do live in areas like this, but they are quite rare.

[@MaxTheMadGamer]

Do you purify your water or just drink straight from the stream?

[@DesGreene]

Hi there. I always run any water I collect through a filter. I do carry purification tablets also, but I only tend to use those if the water source is a bit more suspect. All the best!👍

[@MaxTheMadGamer]

@@DesGreene Ah that’s perfect thank you for the swift reply, I’m from Scotland myself and climb a few of the Munro’s and there’s been a couple time where if I’m high enough up I’ll drink straight from the stream but I suppose we’re best to purify if possible

[@DesGreene]

@@MaxTheMadGamer Probably a lot less risky up there I would guess. A lot of my hikes/camps are much lower on moorland. So more risk of sheep or wildlfe contamination. Better safe than sorry if possible. Some of these water born nasties can do you lasting damage, but even an stomach upset is pretty unwelcome up a mountain 😁

[@ryand141]

Do you boil the water? How can you sterilise the water just by filtering it? Thx.

[@MaxTheMadGamer]

@@ryand141 you can get a life straw which is essential a straw with filters in it so you could use that or like he said use purification tablets