SOLO WILD CAMP IN A FOREST | DD Tarp Shelter Setup

[@benhikescamps]

👉 TOTAL WEIGHT of the tarp and mesh tent = 1.02kg.

[@nseight]

Loved every single aspect of this camp & the filming* Your sentiments really struck a cord with me too* Thank you for sharing* :-)

[@benhikescamps]

Thank you 🙂

[@snorkherder]

Great Camp, I really liked the setup, That looks like a nice woodland to get lost in :)

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Snork. Glad you enjoyed.

[@RickallsBushcraft01]

I know the feeling. IV just done the same. Recently my mum died, IV had really bad trouble with things, and other stuff. The woodlands are awesome for helping ones mental health and well being. Thanks for sharing. 👍🌳🌲

[@benhikescamps]

The woods are very helpful, I completely agree Rick. Very sorry to hear about your mum. Thanks for watching.

[@bigearsbridge4732]

Nice little set up and I agree I just sometimes have to get out and away from it all.

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Bigears 👍

[@rowdy6743]

A lovely nice chilled out film. Particularly enjoyed the little firelighting section. No need to be a bushcrafter to appreciate that!

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Rowdy. Enjoyed the fire and steak on this one. ATB - Ben 👍👍

[@rockabillycatz]

Looks like you really enjoyed that Ben you just can’t beat it,fantastic video as always bud take care my friend,👍

[@benhikescamps]

Totally did John. Thanks as always for watching and the support. Take care - Ben

[@moyahaigh9593]

You sounded as if you really needed that break. It takes what it takes. Thanks for sharing.

[@lauraelysia7613]

Lovely relaxing video Ben, they look like lovely woods and nice airy set up.

[@benhikescamps]

Many thanks Laura for watching. The woods were great!

[@cabinvibesebaystore8956]

New sub ! Liked 👍😀✌️

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks and welcome!! 👍

[@BourneOutside]

That was a good video, Ben. The steak looked delicious! Cannot beat a steak out in the woods. Thanks for sharing 😉👍🏼

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Tim! 🥩🔥🥩

[@adriancaldwell]

I certainly beat my steak out in the woods 😂

[@jonbroadsword7572]

The sunshine, birdsong, and rustle of leaves does so much to lighten one's mood and improve mental health... even if I'm only watching it all on my computer. Great Job, Ben. 😎

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks so much. Totally agree Jon.

[@rangatrips]

Nice edit bru! Its great to get away from it all.... especially to get away from London! And especially with a rib eye steak! Holy mackerel!

[@benhikescamps]

Many thanks. I enjoyed making this one. 👍

[@petergregory9458]

Great video as always really enjoy the way you present

[@benhikescamps]

Many thanks for the feedback Peter. 👍

[@CocoKobiee]

Happy to find this channel early I'm sure the views will slowly get higher and higher good editing and great quality 🙂

[@benhikescamps]

Many thanks for watching and your feedback! 👍

[@o.bsoutdoors3871]

We really enjoyed this camp video Ben 😊🏕. We live in the city ourselves and totally get needing a fix of the outdoors and nature to sort out your mental health, it's really important and much needed. Impressed with the new DD tent ⛺️👌. Love the idea of being able to see out and feeling connected to your surroundings. We would consider one but i think it would be a little snug for the two of us and Pete is just shy of 6ft so perhaps not long enough. Liked the idea of combining it with the tarp over the top, even if it doesn't rain it offers a bit more privacy. The steak looked good 😋. Its always nice to sit and have a relaxed breakfast once your tent is down, we are fans of the belvita biscuits too!😊👍. Thanks very much for bringing us along, great to see you out and about again. We will look forward to the next one. Have a great weekend, Shell and Pete

[@Fishy1764]

You say you aint no bushcrafter but you seem to me to be getting more and more that way every time i see you mate , which is no bad thing and nice to see. I havent been able to watch your channel for quite a while so it was a pleasant surprise to see you light your bushbox with char cloth.Still enjoy your channel all the best mate .😊👍

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks so much Dave for that kind feedback and the continued support of the channel. I do like to dabble in some basic bushcraft once in a while. Love a bit of charcloth fire starting too! Thanks Dave👍👍

[@grahamscothern4319]

Nice one Ben Love the look of that set up and the steak ! Atb Graham

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Graham 👍👍🥩

[@HardyTempestsWildCampsandWalks]

Nice one Ben. Those sloped sides on the tent would really suit a plough point too.

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Hardy. Yes, I've been thinking about setting it up with a ploughpoint.

[@jenny.barter]

Another great vid Ben,hope your well

[@benhikescamps]

Ah cheers Jenny. Hope all is well.

[@TheOneLegWanderer]

That fire start. Awesome. Thats also me spending again with DD lol. I didnt realise you could do that with the Tipi inner.

[@benhikescamps]

Sorry to be the cause of emptying your wallet Craig! I’m wanting to to try the tent again but without out the pole. Many thanks for watching. 👍Ben

[@TheOneLegWanderer]

@@benhikescamps I just had mine delivered yesterday I’m having fun practicing different ways to put it up. There’s not much on KZbin in the ways of different set ups ie ridge line, Poles ect and different tarp formations with the meshes themselves. It’s a fantastic light weight way of camping without a tipi tent. Thank you for your video.

[@benhikescamps]

How are you finding the space in it Craig?

[@TheOneLegWanderer]

@@benhikescamps well I have the path finder and it’s low down but the XL tipi mesh has bags of room. (I ordered both) If you don’t mind being low down the path finder is awesome. I have 1 leg so I do struggle with anything low down. I had a vango banshee tent and that was impossible but this pathfinder mesh has ample space for one or a cosy couple.

[@doninusantara2207]

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[@cptmainwaring3348]

Love watching. Wish I had the balls to do it myself as I know this is what is needed in my life. Top class and thank you

[@benhikescamps]

Just go for it. Life is too short. Thank you for watching Captain.

[@daleyoutdoors]

That was a great watch. Very relaxing and well shot/edited. Time for a feature length film I think!

[@michaelgatford6194]

"In a cinematic trailer voice" He loves, the outdoors, and getting back to nature. One man ventures out, to experience the great outdoors, to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. He, leaves no trace, this man IS LONDONER OUTDOORS.

[@benhikescamps]

Cheers Mr D! Feature!?!

[@geoffdillon4637]

Beautifully shot and, once again, inspiring to watch.

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks so much Geoff. That means a lot. 🙏

[@geoffminter2927]

That looks like an interesting tent. I'd love to sleep more out in the open but the bugs this time off year are savage! I got eaten alive the other night on a wild camp!

[@benhikescamps]

I really want to try it again but to tie it directly to the ridgeline for more space inside. Many thanks for watching Geoff.

[@treksntarps]

Looked a much needed escape in some nice woodland . Hope it had the desired affect. Nice setup to . Got something similar to test . Take care 👍 🏕

[@benhikescamps]

Hi T n T! It definitely had the desired effect. Thanks v much for watching. 👍⛺️👍

[@treksntarps]

@@benhikescamps . Glad to hear it bud . No worries 👍

[@hArtyTruffle]

Last time I camped, it was with a similar set up, but the tarp was bigger so I closed off the ends. Big mistake. It just seemed to trap all the flies, wasps and other bugs. Nice little get away. Thanks for sharing. I can’t get out atm so it’s always a feel good factor to see others doing it. ✨👍🏼✨

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks healing. Hope you’re able to get out fairly soon. Take care - Ben

[@maestroboy]

this is nice! and inspireing! if you're up for a trip in another country I reccommend Norway ;) not so far from England. And very pleasant nature!

[@benhikescamps]

I would LOVE to wild camp in Norway! 🇳🇴 Many thanks for watching. 👍👍

[@Explorewithmepaul]

Wow, I'm loving the new wooden cup your using!!! Where did you aquire it from? 👍👍👍 Hope your well Ben... Keep smiling ☺

[@benhikescamps]

It was a present Paul. Works well.

[@nialloutdoors]

Great setup. Good option if you like the idea of a bivvy but not the bugs! Have looked at something similar but a cheapie brand via Amazon. Loved the location too, looked so peaceful, glad you were able to relax as you seemed very on edge about getting caught early in the evening. Thanks for bringing us along 🙂 👍

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Niall. It all worked out very well. Many thanks for watching.

[@anhtuan26.]

good video

[@RootsLion]

poundland groundsheet an inflatable pillows .. much under rated n yea ridgline under d tarp n dont need d dappy pole heheh :)

[@DartmoorPaul]

Nice one, Ben although I’d need some sky hooks for that setup on Dartmoor 😉 It is interesting these days how more awareness is being shared about how outdoors and nature is beneficial for our mental health. Just at lunchtime my wife was listening to an “All in the Mind” podcast about gardening and mental health. Hope you feel reset and you again. All the best, Paul

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks for that Paul. I’m very much a believer of ‘nature therapy’. Works a treat, is free and never runs out! Many thanks for watching. 👍

[@michaelgatford6194]

Wonderful location Ben, just what you need to regenerate. Really like the new tent, worked well with the tarp. Maybe have another guide line instead of the pull, more fidget room whilst you sleep. As usual can't wait for the next video

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Michael for watching. Great location for this one. Solo time in the woods did me the world of good. Hope all well with you sir!

[@michaelgatford6194]

@@benhikescamps no need to thank me, it's a pleasure to watch your videos ben. Time like that helps quite the mind. Im good thanks, hope all the outdoors family is well.

[@stephencritchley9355]

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[@inplainsight2482]

Enjoyed that one Ben! 👍🏻 Really nice shelter set-up that is, I could deffo do that one as opposed to just a tarp ‘n’ bivvy …gotta be protected from all those little forest critters! I’m still yet to do a woodland camp, however - I’m sure I’ll get chance this weekend as I’m on Dartmoor for hopefully 3-nights..

[@benhikescamps]

Many thanks for watching Plain Sight and hope Dartmoor goes really well!

[@inplainsight2482]

@@benhikescamps Thanks Ben, looking forward to it, just not the 250 mile drive.. Cheers. Scott

[@TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing]

Cracking video I’ve started watching ASMR videos but I can really relate to these natures a healer great set up really well organised too thanks for sharing your adventure your a sound dude keep up the content ATB Trev

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks Trev. Really appreciate the use comments. ATB - Ben 👍👍

[@MR-ly4xt]

I loved your set up and the location. I wonder what your best and worst camps so far have been? Maybe it could be a topic for a future video?

[@benhikescamps]

Thanks for that feedback. Best and worst?? 🫤Think I’d to think on that one! Thanks MR👍

[@erinsalarun1090]

There's something about getting into my tent that makes me feel all safe and cosy. I think I'd be freaked out trying to look at every noise in that. Also the reason why I haven't been brave enough to sleep in my hammock!

[@benhikescamps]

I know what you mean. I like both I think! Thanks v much for watching. 🙏

[@DartmoorPaul]

I’m the opposite, I can be in the middle of nowhere but when I pull the zipper on my tent, my head imagines there is someone outside 😳

[@GraysOutdoors]

That looks like a great setup Ben. How much did the tarp and tent weigh

[@benhikescamps]

1.02kg ! Hope all well Graham. Thanks for watching 👍👍📺

[@stevesidebottom]

Great video. Liked the set up. I'm also in London and looking for places to camp nearby but I don't really know where to start. Any advice or links please?

[@CottonBud]

That setup looked mint Ben. Shame the mesh tent isn't just a tad longer though as you say. I've got my eye on the 1 man DD mesh inner for under a tarp but I bet that's the same length 😕. Glad the Forest Bathing hit the spot anyway, and you felt better walking out than walking in. Cheers mate, great vid. Rich. 👍

[@benhikescamps]

Many thanks Rich. Yes, I think I’m going to have a go at the same setup again but without the walking pole. Think I’ll try tying off the top of the pyramid instead. I did look at the one-person inner from DD but was out of stock. Hope all well Rich. Cheers - Ben

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

Nice set up Ben but sadly not big enough for me. You said you were a bit chilly overnight? I see you cleared the ground, removing a layer of insulation from under the tent. Just clear the fire site, it wont make a big difference but every little helps. Hope you are doing ok my friend, you seemed a little down at the beginning. Regards JB.

[@benhikescamps]

I think it was the 8 degrees C and just having mesh all around me to be honest. The leaves may have taken the edge off of it though. Thanks for tuning in Allan. ATB - Ben

[@parattvs]

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[@sortedoutdoors]

Really enjoyed this video - so peaceful and relaxing. Right up my street. Not surprised that was just what you needed. 😀👍🌿🍃🏕

[@benhikescamps]

Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.