Stealth Camping and Low Profile Shelters

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[@gco40gray82]

What military ponchos do you recommend to buy? Any links? I'd prefer to find one with no snaps on the side and just grommet holes. Thanks for any considerations

[@colewebb4643]

Corporals Corner hi corporal Kelly final only just got to watch you'r video I allway's look forward to them well just wanted to drop a line and say hi and you and you'r family have the best 4TH of July 👍C😎😎L

[@sofakinggood5829]

Great video. Please clarify the sharpened saplings on the ingress / egress. Also why not add a video on the Dakota fire pit. I know that this breaks the stealth rule but might be needed at some point. Thanks.

[@sabinekatsavrias4422]

what gco40 said..

[@kelleyhyde643]

Corporals Corner ...alot of great suggestions...wooded hillsides can work nicely sometimes though🙂

[@mikehound8315]

I have rarely seen someone who could talk about this without going all “tinfoil hat”. Professional, concise and well communicated. Outstanding as always, thank you.

[@moorshound3243]

A tin foil hat will not help you in any way while stealth camping especially in a thunder storm hehe

[@steveshooter9010]

We should promote this marine to Gunnery Sergeant.

[@gwood701]

You mean realists? You must watch BBC 🐑

[@DarrenFraser-gx5zr]

How can someone give this guy a thumbs down. Very practical, no nonsense approach to all ages.

[@recall5811]

Trolls Bro. Thanks for watching

[@fakecubed]

@@gilroylibbs2947 Heh, Winnebago owners are why I stealth camp.

[@ajherring92]

They're probably just jealous of Marines.

[@johneric3886]

I always appreciate your videos Sir. I'm getting ready to cycle the East Coast Greenway from Myrtle Beach South Carolina to Jacksonville Florida. 🚴 Hope your February is going good, mine is aside from all these dental bills.

[@tinfoilskullcap7034]

Probably squids....

[@MasterK9Trainer]

Nowadays it's as if the entire planet is off limits. You can't park, walk or lay down and die anywhere without permission or a title to the land on your person. I can see how being able to camp covertly might be useful such as in a state of utter chaos and desperation where being unseen means being safe.

[@mikuhatsunegoshujin]

I can see it useful under a state of "order" because of aforementioned reasons.

[@lt.sewell2792]

I agree. The extreme over regulation if literally every aspect of our lives has left me no choice as a freedom loving, independent minded, American than to disregard such bureaucratic BS tactfully, stealthily. You can't fight "city hall". But you can ignore the idiocy & live your life your way.

[@lt.sewell2792]

As I study the history of guerilla warfare I am learning what has worked & what has come up short. What organizations got results & which approaches fell flat. Max Boot's book, "Invisible Armies" is a good place for like minded 3%er patriots to start getting educated on the history of guerilla warfare. Max Boot is one out of more than a hundred authors who have written on this topic. I encourage my fellow veteran patriots to spend as much time getting educated on this highly relevant topic as we are spending time on the range & on gearing up. Information & knowledge (intel) will be the most important thing going forward IMHO.

[@PMA65537]

I got moved on after lying down briefly on a bench in a shopping centre (in tidy clothes when it wasn't crowded).

[@moorshound3243]

Nobody tells a deer he cannot lay down & sleep for the night without paying for it, just remember we are free animals of this earth as well so just do your thing, the worst they can do is tell you to bugger off.

[@stephencutler2239]

I was a Scoutmaster for a few years. Our troop was strong in "low impact/no impact" camping. We camped each month, but once or twice a year we "themed" camping the way you demonstrated. The Scouts learned well how disturb nature less.

[@onaramble4120]

Love the idea of stealth camping but my snoring is that bad I've got no hope lol. Great video. Cheers.

[@eturnerx]

Camp near a water fall?

[@techup4915]

If it's bad enough maybe people will think it's a bear.

[@one-WildCard]

I hear ya brother... literally , keep it down! LOL!

[@davidgraemesmith1980]

On a Ramble I snore pretty bad too myself, but I've managed to avoid detection because of snoring by using an anti bruxism teeth guard, it's got a vent hole for breathing and it hasn't let me down in almost 20 years.

[@mikehoward8201]

Am a snorer myself, but have found a simple pack of heavy duty nasal strips will stop it. That and some alcohol pads to clean my face and nose so the tape will stick work wonders for me. Try it yourself. Get the house brand at Walgreens to save some $$

[@zrig1]

I don't call it stealth camping personally, for many of the same reasons you mention. I use low profile camping. Sometimes you just want a day or two of nobody bothering you ....

[@Trump-a-Tron]

I don't call it "stealing" , I use "low profile acquisitions".

[@lt.sewell2792]

Whatever you call it it is a good training exercise. I'm a firm believer in the military mentality to train the way you fight. Train for various possible scenarios. Catastrophes come in all shapes & sizes. Know your gear. Know yourself. The Chinese Wuhan virus is a good example of how governments often make matters worse instead of better. Be prepared. Shit happens.

[@Temp0raryName]

Very informative. But the best part is your solid morals and how you dealt with that.

[@BushCraftN4U]

stealth camping on your own property is a good way to catch problem trespassers too

[@charlesmichaels6648]

But unless you prosecute, they return with vengeance. Move your site after confrontation, with view of site #1. Photo what they do, for the magistrate. Unfortunately, outlaw remains outside of the law........

[@1337penguinman]

It's also a great way to practice skills that you may need someday.

[@neutronshiva2498]

Bear traps are much better suited for this task. Smear the teeth of trap with feces for increased effectiveness.

[@perpetualconfusion5885]

@@neutronshiva2498 Vietcong moment

[@chashandsome2021]

@@neutronshiva2498 that escalated quickly

[@2862Gunny]

“A rock or something”, aww man I about died.

[@AdamWhalen]

Really appreciate the honest disclaimer. Good on ya! I subbed to this channel because there is no bs and no stupidity. I'm glad this video continues to stick to those values ^_^

[@JimRodgers]

Thanks for the excellent video on stealth camping. IMO there are many reasons to stealth camp, all of them on the positive side. You're not disturbing other campers/hikers with a bright orange tent in the middle of a field, and you're not leaving much of a footprint on the area. It encourages you to travel fast and light, so you'll likely enjoy the experience more. PLUS, it gives you a chance to practice a primitive skill or two. It's all good.

[@baron8107]

Jim Rodgers Exactly, it's just Leave No Trace, with consideration of others.

[@JeffMeadowsOutdoors]

Just a note FYI, Appalachian trail hikers frequently use the term "stealth camping" but their meaning is a little different. In that case it just means camping in between existing sites and leaving no trace. Thank you for your videos.

[@fakecubed]

Watching this video, I actually immediately thought of the Appalachian Trial. I know that crime on the AT is quite rare, still, I can see why some people may prefer to avoid the crowds and certain types of people on the AT. Especially if you are the sort of person who wants to be out in nature and have some peace and quiet, not having anyone wandering into your campsite wanting to join you could be a definite plus.

[@lt.sewell2792]

Correct. I have a "secret" lake on the AT and I always camp off trail. On the AT I never use the shelters. Call me standoffish, or whatever, but if I don't know you then I'm not turning my back on you nor will I sleep in a shelter with you. I prefer sleeping off trail & solo. I never thought of it as "stealth camping". To me it's tactical.

[@LiveMusicOntario]

One of my best sleeps was in the open on a large patch of rock with patches of moss. It was about 2 am and I'd been on the motorcycle for 16 hours. The highway travel center had a decorative rise of natural vegetation in the parking lot. I wandered up into it, out of sight, used my jacket for a pillow and the rock was still holding enough heat from the day before that I dozed off in no time. Woke up 3 hours later feeling like a million bucks. Sky full of stars. No bugs. Coffee and washroom in the travel center and back on the bike.

[@nordfreiheit]

I want to live that life

[@lt.sewell2792]

That's what I call seizing the moment. You assessed the situation. And acted accordingly. No permission needed. I have lived my life on the philosophy that it's much easier to ask forgiveness than permission. It's a lot less of a hassle, I accomplish a hell of a lot, & no one ever even knew I was there.

[@lt.sewell2792]

@@nordfreiheit if you want to do something then do it.

[@roryconall645]

Great video! The reason I practice "stealth camping" is it's part of the LNT "Leave no Trace" mindset. The less modification to the environment, the better, and stealth camping really helps that. No cutting trees down, no big fires with scorched earth left behind, etc. I also like to use wood stakes and toggles. I have them pre-made, and they can be left behind, or reused. Once they get old and past their useful life span, then tey can be put on the kindling pile for a fire at home, or a larger camp. Depending on chances of precipitation, you can often just throw down a ground mat, and a USGI bivy sack (with or without sleeping bag, depending on temps) as your shelter, unless moderate to heavy precipitation is in the future.

[@georgiamule]

Stealth means unseen, unheard, unsmelled. No fire, cold rats, no hammering, talking, rattling, or chopping. Smoking, cooking, flashlights, are all no no. Natural colors, no unnatural shapes. Stay low, never make a silhouette against the horizon. Leave no sign behind. Stealth is a challenge few can achieve. You made some good points Corporal, keep up your work.

[@rs5570]

As an "outdoorsy" Mom & Girl Scout leader with a rugged troop, I think this addresses some very innocent concerns people have. Simply fascinating!

[@sonofeloah]

I fully appreciate your stand and yet also appreciate the info for those who might find themselves needing this kind of shelter. It is not just stealth, but a quick shelter with minimal materials that one can have in their car or a daypack. So, thank you for sharing this.

[@dunnebug]

Corporal. It's time to write a book. I'd buy it and take it with me on my trips. Thank you for all the hard work you do for us.

[@moorshound3243]

Yea I'd buy any book he wrote.

[@kenrobison9528]

Thanks for being the 1% that served. Remember everyone deployed. God bless you all. 173rd

[@AdventureRyan]

Was your comment about "a rock or something" at 9:47 inspired in any way by the glorious instructions written on the MRE heaters? Almost every time I heated up an MRE, I would say that line out loud while propping it up. Semper Fi, Brother.

[@squirrellysquirrel419]

Okie dokie I've never been in the military. But I do receive MRE packages and I thought that maybe I was getting defective MREs because of the way the directions on those things read.and those little heater thing easier talking about that you put water in pan you cook anything with those I don't never heat up the spaghetti or the casseroles or anything like that that I get with it always use it for like chicken nuggets 😂 cuz I can't start a fire where I am also heats up soup very well.anyway long story short I thought the ones I was getting wasn't good enough to be given to y'all cuz the wording was messed up 🤣🤣🤣 well all I can say is it's tasty food. Some of it comes a little teeny tiny bottles of hot sauce too. In the brown spoons come in handy cuz you can whittle them down to make tent stakes peace I'm out. Oh yes once again sir this was a awesome video 👌👍✌️

[@GeckoHiker]

Good discussion on the execution of stealth camping. I'm glad you introduced a bit of the ethical aspect. We practice stealth camping while backpacking on Federal lands under the rules of dispersed camping, with the emphasis on "leave no trace". When bikepacking or backpacking anywhere else, we always ask for owner permission before stealth camping. These practices are not meant to hide out or camp illegally, but to help keep a low profile and avoid the attention of "zombies" looking for trouble in the woods. Because we camp through multiple seasons I'm looking for a reversable poncho (and tarp), that has desert camo on one side with woodland camo on the other. Does anyone know of this type of product?

[@mikehoward8201]

I have 4 different ponchos...2 woodland, 1 autumn, and 1 snow with branchs patterns....got them all off ebay, and no I am not a seller. Ha ha

[@GeckoHiker]

That's what we are doing now, having two different ponchos. I have found a few vintage military ponchos that might be good for dual-duty, but they are so heavy. I am still hoping to find dual-camo in a modern, lightweight construction. I saw one YT video where the guy spray painted camo on one side, not sure if I'd want to reverse that. Hmmmmming...

[@lib556]

Good vid. I just retired after 35 years in the infantry. For the last decade I used the same poncho for my hooch. I never used a ridge line since the time I was a boy scout as I felt it was redundant. Instead, I kept a suitable length of para cord attached to the grommets for an "A frame" configuration. When pulled tight, it makes for a taut shelter. That said, I never considered using prusiks and the clever quick releases. I used black or camo bungees in the corners. Although these can be bulky and add a bit of weight. I'm not very tall (5' 8") but I always felt I'd be happier if the poncho was about 6 - 12 inches longer - particularly when trying to stash a ruck out of the rain.

[@josephb7460]

I watched videos in the past on stealth camping because I was curious about the concept. I realized that they were doing it on private property and places they shouldn't be. I thought this was a bad idea. But the way you present it, I think it would be a good skill toLearn for a " what if " situation. Thanks for the video and your opinion.

[@johngrealey1894]

Joseph B I think me and my friends have been stealth camping since the 1960s in England but we did not know it we always camped on the sand dunes by the beach or in the woods by were we lived and never thought anything of it .wild camping or what !!!!!

[@Reichsadler-Germania]

I like the way you teach everything! This is excellent! Greetings from south - west Germany.

[@corwinchristensen260]

Excellent video and advice. Here's my take on this ... First, there is no justification for anyone to do anything illegally. If it's not legal to camp there then don't. If you can get permission, get it in writing (always the best way.) Second, always practice "leave no trace" camping. It's best for the environment as well. Next, I believe that getting "off the beaten path" is by far the easiest way to disappear. Putting yourself 100 yards off trail, if you can, will make you disappear better than practically any amount of cover. In my experience with search and rescue operations, it can be extremely difficult to find someone who wants to be found, let alone someone trying to hide. It's a big world out there, if you don't leave any pointers in your direction it's actually unlikely anyone will notice you. Limit movement. Nothing catches the attention of the human eye more than motion. Finally, stealth can be a mental exercise. For example, "If my tarp was OD green instead of blue, no one would ever notice it there." And another thing ... if caught, be friendly, polite, honest, and non-evasive, "What are you doing over here?" "Just avoiding the crowd." It's the truth (people can tell) and actually protects you from misunderstanding. Think about potential questions and appropriate honest and limited information answers ahead of time. If you don't give someone any reason to question you, they generally move on.

[@NewandOldSurvival]

One of those many facets to stealth camping; no fire/smoke. Scents of any kind would be counter intuitive, including bug sprays, soaps, bad BO, etc. Excellent video, and the presentation of moral compass was "Good to go" in my book!

[@mvbmx]

New and Old Survival - noise discipline - do not bang your tent stakes into the ground sounding like a six-foot-tall woodpecker 😊

[@williamstearns5205]

This is great information to have because in the area where I live we have a high homless population and no shelters in summer. There are numerous forest preserves where this kind of camping could come in handy just to have simple shelter from the rain where getting harassed by police can be limited. Of course other skills would still be needed but these basic tools can be carried in a small backpsck and deployed quickly.

[@artisticmercenary5485]

Damn good video nothing half assed about it!. I view stealth camping as a survival skill much like camouflaging a tree stand or op position. I taught my daughters to hide when they were younger as defense/survival skill and they're very good at it. All the way!

[@mikepreslar8686]

I love your simple, no nonsense, approach. Your videos are always easy to follow.

[@montemasterson9588]

I've watched hundreds of videos on stealth camping and yours is the best I've seen so far. As others have stated, there are many legitimate reasons for going stealth. First of all. no one can do you any harm or steal your stuff if they don't know you're around. Chances of being bothered are slim, but you never know. I'd just rather others not be aware of my presence.6 titanium shepherd hook stakes would be worth the small weight penalty.

[@txbeachbum]

Nice video... Out of all the survival, Bushcraft, prepping, camping and stealth type videos I've watched you seem to be the most knowledgeable and educated channel in this field.

[@recall5811]

Thank you please share it with others and thanks for watching

[@opwards]

Very usefull when hunting as well. A lot of us treat our hunting grounds as we do our best fishing spots. You dont want to tell other people about them or have other people you may or may not know spot you and start using the same stretch of woods if you can avoid it so being as stealth as possible helps a lot with this.

[@GlitterPoolParty]

Its magical the way the shortest distance between any 2 trees you find is a straight line.... perfect for stretching a rope....simply magical.

[@billlund4725]

Love this channel. ..in my Escape and Evade training,we had no paracord... (1980's)..we dug a trench,and hoped it didn't rain..lol...

[@jeffreymchoul]

..it was even more fun the second time around...

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

That's when you need Rocks (plural, more than one) or something...

[@guerrillatacticaloutdoors6439]

Finally some common sense stealth camping advice!

[@TheOldGunsmith58]

you did forget one thing. always point the hood opening of the poncho down slope so that rain runs over it not into it.

[@johnhammons136]

Army calm is to fold over like he did so you can shoot from the opening lol its odd because if they shoot back that poncho gives no protection but i guess i get it

[@1337penguinman]

@@johnhammons136 No, see, what you do is wrap the outside in a PT belt. That way you are invincible inside.

[@alfredsutton4412]

You’re a great teacher, Sir. Thank you for teaching us the skills we need.

[@davebloggs]

great shelter design not sure about the pink cord though . i prefer to avoid open spots like that with soft soil leading in very easy to follow tracks, tall thick shrubs i find best get in under the branches between 2 bushes natural shape no plant disturbance. , great videos here.

[@jeffreymchoul]

...outstanding video once again. My favorite part is setting up the plow point when you use a "rock or something". I wonder how many people would catch that and understand. Another great one I will be sharing with our Boy Scouts...

[@MJD1701A]

In my case I watched this because in a work (urban setting) to home (suburban/country setting) it's 20 or so miles. 5 to 8 miles gets me into country setting BUT when I need to sleep it will be in someone's backyard or woods behind their backyard. In an emergency setting this knowledge is one piece of the puzzle in getting home. Thanxs keep up the great videos.

[@birdbrainsolutions6112]

5 years later, I don't know if you will even see this comment, but thank you for the video, very straight to the point

[@MrJohnnycearley]

Excellent video! I definitely like the plough point shelter configuration. Good tips and instruction. Good advice at the end. Excellent job sir.

[@WHANAUPEACE]

Ah yes memories of days gone by living in the "ulu" weeks and months a time. Love it Marine, keep the memories coming ONWARD.

[@kenk4555]

I just found your channel and have to say that I’m pretty upset.....that I didn’t find it sooner lol. I have a lot of catching up to do! Thank you for taking the time to share this information!

[@corybarker392]

I have no one to ask or show me any of this..and u r videos r so easy to follow..u r an awesome instructor. .I thank you u. Sir.

[@TACHILL]

Excellent shelters. Good point on using and entrance and exit system and always a good idea to utilize game trails as they often go unseen by passers-by.

[@troyhill9329]

OUTSTANDING Corporal. Gunny (Ermy or Hightower) would be proud 😉

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

Concise and to the point, great video. Thanks.

[@Joj1n]

Dear sir I’m not into military. I have another background. Your videos are very great and inspiring because i can see that what you do will work! That’s the most important thing for me. And also thank you for your kind and calm personality in this videos. Cheers

[@mauricerobson6341]

A good no-nonsense video. I am a long-distance bicyclist and am often far from a registered campground after a long day in the saddle. I replaced the bright orange fly-sheet cover of my tent with a homemade one made from camo ripstop material. Invisible. Set up late - leave early.

[@Smootus]

Very cool video.... best left for others to really discuss! Keep on doing what you do best!

[@Baum_Mann]

if someone asks you why you want to camp stealthy, ask them why they dont sleep in the town square or street corner

[@SteveJrRacing]

Love the old videos, love the channel. You're the best Corp K. !

[@Ozarkwonderer]

I get why you didn't cover this topic. But these skills could come in handy in a non shady way. I have a hunting camp set up stealthish so it doesn't draw attention and doesn't spoil the scenery for others

[@strangebird64]

Corporal Kelly. Thanks for this video. You are so "The Man"!

[@davidphelan686]

hi from a Sunny South Africa. I am impressed by your video, no fuss, no nonsense, practical tips. well done

[@wanderingcalamity360]

"A rock or something." Was that an MRE joke? This was very informative. Stealth camping can be a touchy subject without getting into a lot of "what if's that some people might not understand and take the wrong way, but it's definitely always good to know how to make yourself scarce if you ever needed to, for whatever reason. It'd be great to see more on this, but I can understand why you wouldn't want to elaborate further.

[@CorneliusFahey]

The Corporal uses that “Rock or Something” line often. Pre-MRE days it was “Put your C-Ration can on an exhaust manifold” to warm it up. LOL 😂

[@ecogeo]

this is by far one of the better videos ive seen, i realize now how ignorant i am of knots, guess i need to look up knot tying videos next, thank you for what you do.

[@TheRealChetManley]

Best video on this subject I've seen to date. Lots of reasons to stealth camp...in large nation forests were you're allowed to roam and camp anywhere, I like to setup stealth away from the usual spots to get some privacy...

[@danielsorenson8769]

Fascinating. Nothing I have interest in doing, yet it was a compelling watch! Really liked how the Corporal brought up the implications of such an activity, and encourages caution and consideration. This guy’s great.

[@MarleyFett]

I really appreciate these videos. While I do possess bushcraft skills, I really don't need them for my needs. As a cycle tourists I often need to set up camp in places that are not ....lets say very choice. So pitching camp at dusk and breaking camp at dawn before anyone even knows your there. Love these videos. Watch all the videos cuz they are very informative and entertaining!💖🤗

[@kurtbaier6122]

Great job as usual. Liked the toggle on the bowline. I stealth camp legally. When I go I don’t want guests.

[@Ranch_Hand_Jeff]

Thanks for your continued efforts in educating us. In response to the few lol's in the comments below at the "rock or something", I would point out that in earlier videos a pine cone has been used in the plow-point configuration. Thus the "or something". Thanks again Cpl. Keep up the good work.

[@terryshrives8322]

I think it's absurd that we now live in a, see something, say something world. I've taken several escape and evade classes and you pretty much nailed it on shelters. Awesome video! Thanks for sharing.

[@AsymmetricalPreparedness]

Good video, this is stuff people need to think about, and learn to do. Thanks for your channel and what you do. I have really been enjoying your channel.

[@benjaminwright5936]

Thank you, I've developed an interest in stealth camping for when I access locations on public lands where dispersal camping is allowed but the location is less than stellar as I travel across the country. Especially now that I don't want to stay in a motel during the pandemic. Driving miles of road late at night looking for a safe feeling location late at night isn't that much fun.

[@davidleasure9138]

Another great demonstration and video. You are a remarkable teacher and pay attention to details. You trained very well Thank you for sharing

[@scottm6927]

Nicely done, Corporal. Diligent, prudent, temperate and discreet.

[@jackson041965]

Thank you. I am with you on that topic. It can be a double edged sword. I see also people waking up to things .they want to learn servial. And do not know who to turn to. I am glad we have you to learn from. And how to be a better person as well. Thank you again

[@cwaa5556]

Hey Corporal, I think you can view stealth camping as considerate. I try to keep the colors of my camping gear muted so I don't disturb other people's wilderness experience. I'm not trying to hide, I just would prefer not to ruin their feeling of being away from people. I think it is a polite thing to do - like being quiet at the library.

[@SURVIVOR-og6dl]

Really like your setup. I modified to a figure-8 on a bight, instead of the bowline, and folded the prusik loop back against itself and tied it in a half hitch around one side of the ridge line. It still works like a prusik but doesn't come loose when packed and the prusik stays dressed.

[@jaffcat]

Reasons to stealth camp are very personal. I've watched many on the subject, this is the best. As always excellent tuition. Any chance of one on stealth cooking to complete the series lol

[@jamesconnors5653]

Did this when younger to save $ and camp in cool places. Used an old piece of plastic. Thank you.

[@chrisbrower2077]

Just want to say thank you for making awsome videos that are super easy to learn from!!! I have learned so much from watching your videos!!! Thank you !!

[@wesleyguseman1468]

Just got two ponchos the other day. Going to try it out. Thanks for taking the time to make you videos.

[@davebrown7321]

Practice Common sense (the single piece of excellent advice anyone could give any body else in life )great work corporal! love your channel!

[@andrewc8450]

Corporals corner, is the best on the web. Awesome videos man, keep up the good work!

[@jtsoutdoorsandmore8136]

Great video Cpl Kelly , I prefer stealth camping over being highly visible . I'd rather not scare away the wildlife . One of my hobbies is photographing wildlife and the less visible the better . That and when out in the wild i don't want to be bothered .

[@alexanderweaver4838]

This was a totally awesome video, sir! The pre-set centerline with the #36 bank line Prusiks is a brilliant idea. I carry bamboo toggles, 3 each and one is used primarily to ratchet a cordage for whatever and to use as a pull handle when dragging large logs to my camp. Being bamboo the total weight is 6 ounces. I love to stealth camp and have been doing it since I was a 10 year old learning woods lore in Ohio. I camp well off the beaten path. An additional item I often take with me is a 10X10 roll of camo netting I found on Amazon which weighs ounces. It disguises the "lines" of my shelter or the entrance into my camp. My favorite configuration is the plow point also using my military poncho. Another great lesson! Thank you! Semper Fi.

[@RavenBlaze]

There is a point about "low impact" camping that can be taken from this. As in your not tearing up the environment or if someone is doing a spiritual retreat or personal minimalism challenge and wants solitude.

[@fakecubed]

Privacy and solitude, with no unwanted guests in your campsite. That's a perfectly legal and valid reason for stealth camping.

[@paulhampton6408]

Hey, big brother ! Loved your channel and videos you upload !... You actually reminded me of a Marine Guy i once meet back when i was only 16 and he had gave me some advice that saved my life Sir ! You are wise just like him Sir ! Had just wanted to point this out respectfully Sir ! Sincerely little bro out~.

[@paulhampton6408]

Apologies," The device's autocorrect is permanently stuck on and the internet didn't like loading words to write ! ( Grammar errors ! ) Sincerely, this future recruit, Paul~.

[@jvanderveen2444]

Thank you for the informative video clip. As a new subscriber. You produce the best Bush-craft, primative camping clips I've seen. Now as for why would I stealth camp? For quiet alone time without being disturb by someone who may be disturbed. Sometimes it's good to simply get away from it all. Like maximizing social distancing for a while.

[@codenamebravo2212]

Someone who knows his stuff. Cheers thanks for posting.

[@DarkShadowCustoms]

Loved the "rock or something" comment in your video. I share your concerns over why people would want to stealth camp as well. I have seen several videos where the people are stealth camping in areas where camping isn't allowed or may not be allowed. I have also heard people refer to legal dispersed camping as stealth camping. Here in Michigan we have a few options for dispersed camping. One is on state forest land. It is free of charge, but the state wants us to fill out a camping permit card and leave it at our campsite when we leave. The other option is national forest land. Again it is free of charge, but we don't need to fill out a camping permit card to leave at the campsite. The main take away I have for any of the stealth camping videos I have seen is that they do practice leave no trace principles.

[@matthewshannon6946]

Another outstanding production, Corporal! Thank you for yoir time and knowledge.

[@BK-oo1bl]

Your videos are very informative thanks for teaching all of us that camp and enjoy outdoors basic bushcraft

[@JohnRayMitch]

"A Rock Or Something" still makes me laugh every time.

[@kurthanson4106]

You're aces with me, Cpl... really enjoy your vids. Stay the course, Semper Fi.

[@southernwanderer7912]

Those ponchos are definitely versatile. You always have good videos. I always learn something news.

[@SkyKing101010]

Thank you for making this video. I'll probably never need it but it'll be fun to practice and not so hard to do.

[@atgehumanidaes4304]

PLAN: Prevention Location Acquisition Navigation Location: next PLAN and: (safely: be invisible but see, be invincible and be able to defend yourself, be able to drive off the intruder but also be able to safely evacuate / escape) dry, warm, clean, cozy ... We remember. 😊☺

[@kazzzzzdaghli]

I'm back after a lovely weekend of insects and truckers hitches . After my 12 hour binge, on this channel , I put some of what I learnt from this channel to the test . . . I'm going to be honest . YOU MAKE IT LOOK WAYYYYY EASIER THEN IT IS 😀😀😀. Where in Christ's name do you find all the straight sticks (tree branches ) screw knocking up a raised bed . The fire guard took longer than expected but she rose in time, just before the hard wind. Brilliant weekend thanks for the knowlage .

[@Lee-70ish]

A truly informative vid, cheers mate. Definitely a great example of know your rope work and it’s uses . Not just handy for stealth camping but even handy for your back yard .

[@thomasvosburg6926]

Great advice, when I enter the woods it to not be found, so I hear you there

[@georgiamule]

Thanks Corporal, good stuff for stealth campers.

[@cody7548]

Excellent video. As said in previous comments, very concise and informative. From what I've seen so far on KZbin pertaining to this topic or similar you seem to have the best videos in regard to amount of usable information and clarity of descriptions. Keep up the great work!

[@Jaden48108]

Well done. This exemplifies the expansion of possibilities.

[@Swiat34]

“A rock or something.” Yeah. I caught that. 😎 Oohrah!

[@double531]

Cool video brother, being stealthy and concealed has many benefits at times.