Camping in 'Cabin' Tent + POLICE CALLED!

I go solo camping in a cabin tent by pomoly and show the footage of the police that were called on me. I also get a fire going and cookup some US Military Rations.
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[@pathfinder_strider]

The funny thing about becoming interested in camping, is realizing how hard it is to actually be alone in nature.

[@Dandroid5000]

It's not that hard, you just have to up your stealth game......and that's half the fun!

[@melissasmess2773]

Camping is more like living in a homeless community than living in nature. 😅

[@deekelley891]

@@melissasmess2773it’s not the same, ‘community,’ at all. And I search hard to avoid most of the loonies. Most of the time, if people are present we have the same desire for privacy and peace.

[@johnangus8696]

Amen

[@Nick-cy2tn]

Just far too many people crammed on this tiny island

[@WhydoIneedahandleagain]

*Ring ring…hello, police? I just witnessed somebody doing something perfectly legal on land that they own. I need you to put a stop to it.

[@dannyhockemeyer9027]

😂

[@goodyeoman4534]

Lockdown supporter for sure. Mandatory jabs. He probably runs 10-minute kilometres and thinks avocado smoothies will stop him having a stroke.

[@Professor_Sex]

@@goodyeoman4534 what

[@paul-soundaffected]

😂😂

[@paddle_hike]

Someone once called the police ...cuz I went into my own car with my keys (saying I stole it) so.... I believe it now hahaha

[@jammer2isme]

I'm in Texas. If someone saw me go walking into the woods WITHOUT a firearm, I wouldn't be shocked if they asked if I needed one to borrow.

[@deadeyedave444]

Truth. LOL. Same in idaho.

[@ram1brn]

same here in New Mexico better have some weapon cuz u aint the top of the food chain here

[@apollorobb]

Im in Oklahoma its the same here lol what kinda nut goes into the woods without a gun .

[@jammer2isme]

@@ram1brn snakes, wild dogs even some unruly critters with rabies, and feral hogs are getting even worse than before, but the feral humans.. more so. then again, having a plinker to grab a quick snack of squirrel or rabbit ain't a bad thing either.

[@littlejohn590]

What sup my fellow idahoan

[@irenecontreras3247]

Shame on people bashing you for eating MRE's. Buzz off and just watch the video and enjoy what this man does to entertain us.

[@zianeshkasparen4358]

They can just SWITCH OFF.

[@ralbro6223]

C-rats and MREs are far tastier than shoe leather, bugs and grubs.

[@danielwilson1105]

Ye! Buzz right off! Shame on them!!

[@conntba]

Absolutely right. I can't imagine why people would be against a boil in the bag nutritious meal 🤨

[@alfredosoup]

I just went camping in the West Virgina mountains. I brought MRE's with me. They are a godsend and honestly qualify as survival gear.

[@NeilStansbury]

Yeah 100% fair play, the lead officer was polite, courteous, friendly and very reasonable. Exactly how local Coppers should be, good for them.

[@xxsweetalkinxx]

Well that was nine months ago a lot has changed since then!

[@mrspud2547]

Cos he’s middle class if he was working class he would’ve been done

[@Steelmage99]

@@xxsweetalkinxx "Well that was nine months ago a lot has changed since then!" Has it?

[@nihlify]

Literally nothing has changed ​@@xxsweetalkinxx

[@lisasteel6817]

@@mrspud2547he also passed the shade test..

[@adifferentwayuk3335]

I had similar experience when I bought my little wood. I was reported to the council for unlawful camping. Again did me a favour as I rang the council, explaining what I was doing and got a great response. Some people just don't like anyone having fun or peace. Happy days

[@AdianGess]

Very true, do gooders.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

Wait, is it possible to be unlawfully camping on your own land in the UK? If it’s yours, can’t you camp when and where you like?❤️🐝🤗

[@adifferentwayuk3335]

@deborahdanhauer8525 councils can limit the amount of time you stay , months, so you can't have a permanent residency. Or if its deemed antisocial, your presence is negatively affecting the area. It's basically up to whether there are complains. I'm sooo lucky. my farmer neighbour thinks I'm quite mad, and I have no trouble at all. But it can be hit and miss.

[@cawstongreenway]

We get a very small percentage of people who don't like what we do, but still want to walk their dogs along the paths, etc, etc... Strip away all the BS and it's jealousy/envy that is really the issue, I reckon 🙄

[@goodyeoman4534]

The people who reported you are miserable and unfit and can't bear to see anyone else enjoying.

[@cthobby]

On the MREs, you don't have to apologise for doing something you enjoy man. There's always going to be people complaining, do and make the content you enjoy. It's cool.

[@FreedomTooBe]

As a bonus, it will help me get familiar with the menus (a couple of which are vegetarian).

[@jackstem475]

Totally agree. If they have a problem with you using MREs...it's THEIR problem. No apology needed.

[@Kieonis]

I agree, I enjoy your MRE content. Haters are going to hate. I wouldn't give them any mind. You do you, and have fun doing it.

[@brandonfrancey5592]

Honestly, MRE's add variety to the videos. Like how many times can we watch a person cook a sausage or a piece of meat over a fire.

[@clovermark39]

I wish they would do gluten free meals as it’s so difficult to get camping meals that don’t go off quickly.

[@Hepad_]

OI ! You got a loicense for these burnt sausages ?!

[@margaretjohnson4413]

Hahahahhah

[@LordSothMajere]

😂

[@pussypostlethwaitsaeronaut8503]

Licence (with no 's') is the English spelling of the noun.

[@curtisscott9251]

USA in 10 years: "Yes Sir Officer... right here next to my CO2 Exhalation Permit, & my Peaceful Assembly License. ".

[@gallopingg1]

LOL,LOL, brilliant, surrey

[@Garryck-1]

That tip, of building the fire on top of two crossed sticks, is absolute gold! Thank you!

[@rod_at_adelaide5766]

I actually enjoyed watching you prepare the MRE as we all know how to fry a few bangers and onions. Look forward to seeing a few more like that, the tent looked impressive and well thought out as well. Good to see the British cops are still friendly and polite dealing with the public rather than escalating it unnecessarily before they work out the situation. Great video.

[@Rider3322]

Bet that felt good, telling them that you owned that Woodland 🙂

[@JRWeezy84]

Yeah in america they best have a warrant... they civilians to me if they trespass....

[@alkirk-ws4co]

@@JRWeezy84 Well put. atleast here in North America, unless they a) have probable Cause, or b) a Warrant they can not simply legally walk onto your property.

[@TheJpf79]

@@alkirk-ws4co Plenty videos on here of them doing exactly that.

[@chriscollins550]

​@@JRWeezy84private open land anyone can walk on it in the UK. Also the police don't need a warrant for this matter as it was a reported matter. You can own land like this in the UK but you legally can't stop the general public from walking on it.

[@TomGodson95]

Depends if the private land is open to the public

[@PhilEmerson-lu3uz]

I don't know why people moan about using the food packs, this isn't a cooking channel... just do what you want or need to. keep it up ...love the channel

[@alkirk-ws4co]

Agreed, furthermore RME's or C-RATS, take up far less space and weight in your backpack. When you do alot of Thru Hiking, every ounce counts.And personally I do ALOT of Thru Hiking.

[@taxalterror]

It looks like a townie that's moved into your area, it's full of them where I live now! :(

[@ekSn]

Like here too.. People from the cities moved here, and complaining on everything :( Once a woman called the police on the red deers during rutting, because she thought it was someone drunk/drugged! Full of wealthy dumb arrogants, they ruined everything, and the local government just see the tax money from them. We have incidents every week, because these people can't rid off their selfish bumptious behaviour. The saddast point, the calm quiet little town now is like when the tourists come during summers, but they build big houses on every centimeters. A little forest nearby where I used to hang out with my friends 8 years ago, there are now 2 new streets with full of houses. There was a lot wildlife etc.. :( hate these times

[@goodyeoman4534]

@@ekSn A few obnoxious city people is there least of our worries. There are areas of the UK that are now unsafe for people to walk.

[@ekSn]

@@goodyeoman4534 I always thought that Uk is a safe place, but nowadays its really bad compared to here (I don't be there for a long time, so its only from the news/friends). We have some dangerous-like places in Hungary too, but there are only a few crimes. Most of these happens inside the poor gypsy ghettos. In the capital, there are more and some areas are unsafe, but not as bad as there. Here is very safe, there is nothing to afraid of except the wild boars in the nature. Some locals never lock any doors, cars etc. It's always make me sad, when a very old great country/nation/culture is seems like "collapsing". I hope I could show the real UK for my children in the future. Stay safe there folks!

[@robertbates6057]

@@goodyeoman4534 Cities? I hear all the time of city people calling the police about somebody doing something that SCARES them. We call them Karens. Mind your own business unless a KNOWN crime is being committed.

[@goodyeoman4534]

@@robertbates6057 I agree. But that wasn't what I was getting at.

[@alanfrazer3291]

Hearing the Robin singing his heart out takes me back to my childhood camping trips.

[@theotheralan5511]

Very stylish tent ⛺ would probably be great for motorcycle camping, being medium in size.

[@kentjohnson26]

Hey Mike, former U.S. military member (Air Force) here. A lot of times (in training) we weren't allowed to use the MRE heater because they stayed hot for so long and created a risk of fire, so we just had to get along with cold taco meat - or whatever else you happened to get for your meal. You can definitely use them more than once after they've been activated, so by all means heat up that rice, and the cheese too if you like! As for recommendations, it looks like MRE Mountain's site only has two that I'm reasonably certain I've had before - #17, Maple Pork Sausage Patty, and #24, Southwest Beef and Black Beans. Both excellent choices but if I was going to recommend just one I'd have to say try the Maple Pork Sausage!! Also, in case you haven't been turned on to this little secret - the best MRE item OF ALL TIME: the jalapeno cheese spread (check Menu #2). You're welcome ;)

[@niknack666]

I was in the US Military for a very long time. So far the one that I've found was the best MRE for my taste at least. Was Menu #9 Beef Stew. You can eat that cold with out heating up using the ration pack it actually tastes quite good. Would suggest giving that one a go.

[@Nick-82]

My favorite was the cheese tortellini, could eat it cold and it was good. Also had the best snacks lol

[@peterpain6625]

@@Nick-82 Needed some Sriracha though but i agree: "Cheese Tortellini" were quite ok-ish.

[@peterpain6625]

Everything is better than the "vomlette" ;)

[@EpicSeymore]

I liked chili-mac and as long as I had salsa Verde I'd take an omelet

[@danhealy79]

I was prior service US Army. This is what we used to do because eating MREs gets dull when you have them so often: 1. Get the Beef Stew MRE 2. Trade one of the other guys for their Cheese Spread pack (I used to trade the Charms candies for it) 3. Heat the Beef Stew and Cheese Spread together in the heater (FYI, we always filled that bag almost halfway with water, made heating faster and more consistent) 4. Open the Beef Stew pack along the long edge, pour in molten hot Cheese Spread, mix and enjoy (you can toss in Tabasco sauce at this point as well) 5. For dessert, take the Hot Coco mix and add the instant coffee, creamer, warm water, stir well, add some Peanut Butter (if yours came with it) and you have a type of pudding

[@chrismoutdoors]

Never managed to cook sausages so badly the police turned up! In all seriousness though it was a calm and respectful interaction, so really no bad outcomes at all. Fair play to all involved. I suppose another way of thinking is that if anyone was illegally poaching on your land, then someone would’ve reported it for you.

[@cashdingo6386]

I hope one day to obtain your optimism.

[@danzykam6545]

I don’t care what you eat. I’m here for the show. The fireside chats. The building. Grab what you can on the way out the house !

[@jonlee2553]

My tent didn't come with instructions and I emailed pomoly asking for specifics on how to cut the hole for the stove pipe, and they sent me this video lmao. Good setup.

[@TomDutch]

😂

[@njones2061]

I liked hearing your dad at the end of the clip “do you want cheese on this” 😂

[@aynsleycooper365]

Brilliant!

[@BaptistJoshua]

He sounded relaxed.

[@paulbeck71]

That was a really interesting example of interaction with the local constabulary, Mike. No drama, just matter-of-fact. But the person who reported it must have been a little skittish to have done so. Not as if you and your dad had gone all tactical. Although I'd like to see your dad crawling around the woods 😂

[@nxxynx5039]

The more rural rozzers tend to be a lot more sound.

[@tommoxjr]

The person who reported it probably thought they didn't " look British" so they were probably terrorists or illegals. Lot of racists in UK these days.

[@goodyeoman4534]

The person who grassed him up were lockdown supporters.

[@Ben-fk9ey]

Everyone in the countryside is packing heat, like farmers and farmers mums.

[@CrowdSurfingGeezer]

Police visits are always disconcerting even when you're doing everything by the book. I'm glad they were cordial. I really enjoy your content

[@janis1981]

Always disconcerting? Why man? That's why we pay them. Check out suspicion situations

[@Nick-cy2tn]

Acab

[@CrowdSurfingGeezer]

@janis1981 my logical mind knows that, but I still get nervous when a cop walks toward me.

[@Monsterman32]

​@@janis1981they are trained to approach every situation like their life is at stake. This causes them to be hostile and escalate the situation. Inevitably leading them to violate the individuals rights for their own ego.

[@bobhoskins8306]

@@Monsterman32 Inevitably, just like what happened here..... Nothing quite as violating as giving a dog a sausage and getting an "Enjoy yourself, guys."

[@jillbray6265]

Please don't ever feel you have to explain yourself to strangers, its your life, not theirs, I enjoy seeing campers trying different MREs, never had one and never will as I don't do camping, but enjoy watching others at it. Lovely Woods, my daughter's home backs onto Woods in the UK she loves walking with her dogs through it, and I get sent lovely photos. Happy Camping. from New Zealand

[@Elliot226]

I like learning about MRE's because they're what I think I'd like to include when making a month long home survival kit. Doesn't take up space, has it's own heating source, and in an emergency situation would feel like a real meal. But some are still better than others, and I learn best by seeing others use the product rather than the picture instructions.

[@tommyatkins1914]

Carbon Monoxide IS NOT heavier than air. In fact it is a similar density. If it is hot, it will rise, just like hot air. Carbon Dioxide, on the other hand, IS heavier than air.

[@Maryland_Kulak]

You’re right! The average molecular weight of air is 29. The molecular weight of carbon monoxide is 28. Oxygen is 32. Nitrogen is 28, just like carbon monoxide.

[@Chris66able]

@@Maryland_Kulak You are right, I read this and thought both wrong because the Kidde CO detector I bought of Amazon says CO is heavy and sinks so place the detector 25cm off the floor. I fact checked your comments and you are correct..

[@Maryland_Kulak]

@@Chris66ableYeah, I was a CBRN officer on a civil support team. We had to know stuff like that.

[@Chris66able]

@@Maryland_Kulak Thing is though Kidde are a big company who also specialise in that type of equipment and are endorsed by HSE, yet they are giving false information. I spent ages in my van trying to locate the right placement for the detector based on their advice and fitted a drop vent purchased from them !

[@Chris66able]

The legal implications alone are bad enough, however there is also the risk of fatal injuries !

[@charlottemurphy2023]

I’ve had a rough day today and this video really helped my brain just go quiet. Think I’ve found a new comfort channel, thanks :)

[@jesserichardson2519]

The cheese spread in your MRE was a form of currency in U.S. Army basic training. Good stuff.

[@peterpain6625]

For us mere mortals it was Sriracha ;)

[@moosehand8721]

My father-in-law was stationed in Korea in the 80s and used to trade MREs to the locals for kettle fried mystery meat and kimchi. 🐶😂

[@peterpain6625]

@@moosehand8721 Probably still ate healthier that way ;)

[@Pattoe]

Our British police are very calm and professional on the most part. They treat you with respect and you treat them with respect and everyone is happy. Only just found your channel but seeing you not milking it and being difficult with the police for content is a great sign. Look forward to seeing more of your stuff, mate.

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

Sure, pal

[@thizizliz]

Your property is lovely. Yes, that tent is great - especially for one. I loved camping alone but now can't leave hubby and can't take him with me - walkers don't do well in the woods. So thankfully, I get to watch nice folks like you camping in pretty places.

[@JimK404]

Important point: carbon monoxide doesn't sink, it has the same density as nitrogen - i.e. same as ~80% of the air - so it will spread everywhere in the space you're in. It's carbon dioxide that is more dense.

[@Ventrue533]

Carbon monoxide is lighter than air, it tends to rise, thats why you put the alarms on or close to the ceiling

[@RichWoods23]

@@Ventrue533 It's only slightly less dense than air of the same temperature, but since it's produced by combustion then it's initially going to be warmer than the surrounding air and that's the main reason why the ceiling is the best place for your alarm.

[@dantevxv1501]

Air doesnt exist.

[@jamespurchase4035]

​@@dantevxv1501air is a social construct perhaps...

[@dantevxv1501]

@@jamespurchase4035 💯

[@JosephOstermeir]

As I kid I use to explore everywhere in nature on other people’s land, fishing, building forts, camping overnight. My parents never thought it was wrong. Of course there’s different expectations for adults, but we need to get back to that kind of freedom and innocence.

[@RichWoods23]

Good luck tearing the kids away from their PlayStations et al. "Dad, why would go out camping when I can just sleep outdoors in Skyrim?"

[@Professor_Sex]

@@RichWoods23 I feel like it's a lot easier than you think it is, man. Honestly, a lot of kids just use the playstation because it's a time waster, and it's the only thing they have the energy to do. School is pretty hard on students now, and it's not because they're "softer". So maybe give them a break.

[@faequeenapril6921]

Same, I still do it as an adult, just gotta prepared to run away from angry people. Where I now live we have a sizeable woodlands nearby where as long as you get off the main path you're not likely to see anyone, but we came across this father and son building little forts in the woods and the father was teaching his son to use the branches and logs that have already fallen off the trees and not cut down anything fresh because the woodland had a history of illegal logging but theres effort from the community to inform everyone and not to destroy the place.

[@rubenskiii]

Who put them behind that playstation? Everyone complaining about the kids but Playstations aren’t cheap. The harsh truth is that the world the ever and always complaining adults made for them simply is boring, and most parents are overly protective, seeing danger behind every blade of grass. You can complain about the children all you want but who raised them? And who raised these parents? Look in a mirror before you start whining.

[@Professor_Sex]

@@rubenskiii that's the right answer

[@skylerrastavan6158]

You stopped showing up on my feed for a long time. I actually had to look up ta outdoors just to see if you were still around. Love your content. Keep it up man.

[@TaoTaoTye]

mike you single handedly inspire so so many people every single day, im 21 and have been watching you for like 6 years or maby longer im not sure but your always an inspiration every time i step into the bush

[@locklear2478]

Mike, you were supposed to put the rice and beans in with the beef into the tortilla. They were a package deal. 😂 No worries, brother. I just stumbled onto your channel, and I’m enjoying it.

[@Vostok7]

Hey, just be glad he said tortillas and not TOR-TIL-LAS 🤣🤣

[@AceIfHearts]

Some people do that and some don't. At least he did enjoy the taco.

[@jBownz]

I'm here for YOUR camping experience... You want MRE's, then eat MRE's. Thanks for all the vids mate.

[@randallminchew6780]

Having the police called on you is good content. Good job.

[@Spanners_the_Monkey]

Drama aside... hearing the birds churp away while you set up is something else 😊

[@davidyeates1440]

*chirp

[@shoelacedonkey]

Hah, the drama of burnt sausages :D

[@juliadaniels3871]

It's heaven being in with Nature :-)❤️

[@mikeybirdbirdymike409]

Absolutely love these videos! I learn something new each time. And I think you must have the happiest jack Russel in the world. Great to see people doing such amazing things. Hats off to you guys, love it.

[@skipper2285]

For the MRE packets: Fold over the sealed bits on the edges when inserting into the heater. Fits much better.

[@TonyMorel]

At least its useful to have made contact with rural officer in case you have any issue with poachers.

[@amgroves76]

Mre's fascinate me, so I'm always happy to see someone using them. Like the look of that pomoly too.

[@datchet11]

The fun police

[@asmith7876]

MRE's...I was in the US Army in the 80's when they were still new-ish...NO heaters, godawful menus, had people medivaced after eating them because on occasion a bad batch would be issued. The new ones are amazing!

[@futurebleeps]

Magic setting that you’ve that space to play in. As a metal Detectorists I have 3000 acres to be alone in and it’s pure magic. Great episode and fireside chat 👏🏻

[@StevenKeery]

The poor dog was probably salivating, thinking, oh good, sausages.

[@Tom_Quixote]

It was a hideous stinker that dog.

[@MrFruitycakes]

(SPOTTED!) Congrats to TA senior for managing to mention 'fishing' on Antiques roadshow (known as 'how much?' in our household) when bringing a musicbox! Defo knew it was him when he brought up the fishing rods!!! lmao!

[@terryteed1903]

Knew it was TA outdoors senior. Well done Mike. I'm gonna look up your other channels now.

[@Bridgercraft]

Oh! I haven't seen that yet and we're avid antiques roadshow viewers in this house. Which episode?

[@terryteed1903]

@@Bridgercraft the one from Sunday just gone

[@Bridgercraft]

@terryteed1903 sky catchup here I come!

[@karenbruster1693]

You put the rice/beans and meat on the tortillas together

[@BryanHolmes9]

With the cheese

[@juliehilton1701]

That was my comment too 😊

[@mannsjewellery]

He knows how to eat Karen

[@Sasquiny]

​@mannsjewellery how does one eat a Karen?

[@kevinlangston8465]

Used a lot of the American MRE heaters when I was in the RAF and deployed. They are easy to use and I like them.

[@markjones127]

I'm a trail runner/wild camper and live in Snowdonia, it's pretty common to see people out with air rifles and shotguns either hunting or just doing target practice around here, I just say hello and stop for a chat, phoning the police has never even crossed my mind!

[@RSR423]

Wow, a beautiful part of the British Isles, I absolutely adore North Wales. I've spent much of my life around Llanrug and Llanberis, and spent days on the mountains and down at the seashore around Dinas Dinlle. I must admit I envy you living there.

[@markjones127]

@@RSR423 My family is from Llanberis, beautiful village

[@RSR423]

@@markjones127 Man, that's living the dream right there my friend. I absolutely love that whole area of Snowdonia. I used to live with a family in Cwm-y-glo who's surname was Orrett. We used to go for a drink in the Snowdon pub, and to a club on a caravan site, I think it was called Brynteg. The guy I was staying with knew the site owner, for some reason the name Brian Roberts comes to mind, so we could get a late one there.

[@markjones127]

@@RSR423 I have a cousin called Brian Roberts in Llanberis and I know he worked on a caravan park in the village several years back

[@RSR423]

@@markjones127 Wow, small world. The caravan park we used to go on was right across from Bryn Bras Castle on Ffordd Clegir.

[@darkshaman7087]

I bet its someone from the city that have moved into the area as that is what lots of them are like as not used to seeing guns about the places but in areas like where you are its common especially as pheasant shoots etc

[@karllauterbachssohn7659]

TA Outdoors doing some quick stealth camping🔥🔥

[@Gekite]

That Pomoly Chalet 70 Pro looks very similar to the French Army F1/F2 tents

[@roverguy100]

I quite like US MREs, circa 1990s, they almost last forever. I don't recommend a steady diet (causes constipation). I've never had one with the heater but I hear they do work very well. I've also had Korean War era "C" Rations in the late 1970's on a SAR mission. Spaghetti in a can (plus a bunch of other goodies), much like Chef Boyardee from the 70's. Good choice on the Guinness!

[@pcka12]

I well remember camping on Dartmoor in very primitive tents with the cadets years back & wonder what people are complaining about, I am sure British MREs have improved no end since then, however i looked up the price on eBay & now i wonder how they charge so much! British Police have become paramilitary social workers!

[@hellsbunniestv584]

You should get the French military rations. They come with a wine pairing. :D

[@jamescrews3516]

It was Jaxs that called the police, cause he got left home inside of camping lol

[@moochersways8595]

Iv had this a few times....my family own a large piece of woodland and iv had police out when iv been shooting Squirrels.....not many people understand that its part of woodland management

[@MarcFromNijmegen]

My favorite MREs were indeed the Norwegian arctic rations, specially the fish ones were great. I also enjoyed the Dutch 24h ration packs and controversially the British rat packs with the all-day breakfast and the sticky toffee pudding. Garbage, pound store tin level stuff, but a guilty pleasure. I still have a bunch of French RCIRs, and they are a bit more quirky with pheasant and venison with brandy pate etc. To me MREs are a window into a nations soul. You are what you eat after all.

[@partycatplays]

I watch your (and others') camping content because I'm too disabled to go camping anymore, something I really loved to do but my body is just too broken after everything I've been through. If you want to try MREs, I say go for it. I've only ever tried a few and it's interesting to see all the different ones.

[@PlayaSinNombre]

Happy St. George’s Day 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@testpilotian3188]

Urgh people just need to keep their noses out of other peoples business, my neighbour called the police on me a while back because I dare to own an air rifle….

[@P-Nutclarity]

Their China style crabs in a bucket society is coming along nicely.

[@sonicplanet9193]

My neighbor called 911 because I was grilling a steak with wood chips in my back yard. They claimed I was going to start a wild fire. I had a good conversation with the firefighters, and finished grilling my steak while laughing at her.

[@sonicplanet9193]

I was using a mini solo stove, for the record. Size of a small coffee can. And, it was in the middle of my concrete driveway, which made things all the more ridiculous.

[@stephenpmurphy591]

We live in rural upper coastal Northern California Redwood country! A group of tourists hiking illegally on our land called the cops on us for building a fence on public lands. Long story short they were cited for trespassing. Then they wonder why we're so cautious with tourists.. And no were not"growers" it's too cold here for that specific plant.

[@sonicplanet9193]

@@stephenpmurphy591 WA here, and yes... the PNW is full of people like that.

[@pamfoster4894]

Wow, it wasn't clear in the short bit of footage you showed, but did the officers tell you they were filming you on their body cams before they went on to question you? I'm glad to see it was all handled in a nice way. Thank you for the great videos xx

[@A.S.K.1]

Regarding CO (Carbon Monoxide): it is actually very slightly lighter than air and mixes/diffuses very well with the ambient air throughout the space. That's why it's recommended that CO monitors be mounted higher than floor/ground level. . CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) is the one that is denser/heavier than air. But still good to have low vents as the heat will rise and take the CO with it, to be replaced by fresher air from outside. Also CO2 can dissipate out through the vents.

[@mildredmorine745]

What a beautiful spot you have chosen, I just love it. The beautiful sounds of the birds singing is so relaxing, priceless. You are going to get a wonderful peaceful sleep 💤 tonight. I like that tent. You get a wonderful view , fresh air when opened up. I would buy that tent, very nice.

[@davemarsh6912]

When I was a lad "house tents" were called Ridge Tents.....

[@jonfisher9214]

Exactly what I was thinking! Remember the Vango Force Ten in bright orange?

[@octagon12011]

Had my Saunders Base Camp from the 70s until recently. Loved it but not so comfortable in old age😢. Had the Primus stove and Tilley lamp running for hours. Carbon Monoxide hadn't been invented in those days.

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

Great episode Mike. L o v e the tent... probably not the price. I'm an American veteran so I've had plenty of MRE's. My favorites are • Beef Stew • Mini Meatballs in Marinara sauce • Italian Sausage • Southwest Beef & Beans • BBQ Beef Strips. You got lucky with the heating bag... one out of 5 or 6 is a DUD. We also love the cheese spread packets (the bacon flavored). Beware of American MREs with Eggs. I haven't really had any other MREs except for the British (those ARE the best as far as taste, and all the extras tossed in... drink mixes, coffee, tea, cocoa, water purification tabs, lifeboat matches...) I was assigned to the HMS Amazon as liaison when she made Port of Call in the USA prior to Falklands Guardship duties in 1992. I've seen the French & Italian ones. I'll pass. The Italian MREs come with a miniature folding BCB stove (not the one you fold by hand, but an exact miniature of the regular BCB). Some have the low alcohol content aperitif. European MREs are expensive over here. Your police seemed to be decent enough. With all the "unrest" they have to be careful. Here in the States the U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing camping in public by the homeless. Many of our police treat homelessness as a crime. At least I can say that I didn't tolerate my officers to mistreat the homeless. Cheers... P.S. I went to the POMOLY website and this tent is under $200... $180 +/-. They offer a dozen different types and the $ range is from $180 to $ several hundred.

[@seanmolony-redstickastro238]

We always said in the Army that it takes ten minutes to eat an MRE and two weeks to get rid of it. They’re all yours dude. Have at it.

[@ElizabethMoon-n8m]

When I was still camping, I used a hip-length 1 inch think closed;cell mattress which didn't elevate me enough to allow roll-off. But this was decades ago. It wasn't tiny, rolled up, but it wasn't heavy. Air mattresses always pushed me over the edge.

[@RancidPlum918]

Mike is such a wholesome guy people like you Mike make the world better..plz don't let this affect your hobbies tho...some people are grouches and always gotta have there nose in someone else's business or crap on someone's party...their just jealous Mike keep up the good work love seeing you and your Dad doing this wish I had this with my dad. Love your content though ❤

[@erinhenry9750]

Agreed 👍

[@Frostyeveryday]

I’m in Kentucky and most of us don’t go anywhere without a firearm. I couldn’t imagine living somewhere where people are so afraid of firearms. Around here, if you go into the woods, it’s always a good idea to have one one you and having some snake shot is a good idea in case you come across a copperhead or Rattlesnake. Better safe than sorry. Keep up the great videos!

[@CurryFeatures]

Damn I wish I lived in America... Or that England was more like America.

[@Overworkt]

​@@CurryFeaturesWe don't have rattlesnakes in England.

[@TheSpoovy]

@@CurryFeatures You'd rather live somewhere you *need* to carry a gun just to protect yourself from snakes, just so you *can* carry a gun? As someone who's lived in the presence of extremely dangerous snakes (East Java) I absolutely would prefer no snakes and no guns.

[@mannsjewellery]

@@CurryFeatures So more m*rders and other crimes is what you want?

[@StarGateSG7]

Being Kentucky, you need to worry about the rutting deer, wild boar, snakes, possums, the odd small black bear PLUS Dogmen and Bigfoot, so YES you need to carry a 9mm pistol for the small varmints and a .308 for the bigger ones! V

[@SaintsofAvalon]

I had a 6 acre field a few year's back . Had been on 3 months building the bonfire in the middle of the field for Nov5th and it was huge , higher than the roof on a house . Nov 5th my family and friends were there , portaloo gazebbo's bouncy castle generators electric and charcoal grills going - Police car came rallying around the bike track in the field and past the car's that were parked , right upto the " set-up " where we all were as the fire blazed away 100ft away . Police woman who was driving dived out and started demanding who we were , our ID , what were we doing in the field ! . I just turned my head towards the fire in hope she would realise , but no - more demands . And this went on for a minute as i actually had some hope she would comprehend what was happening as it was Nov 5th . When she started writing down the car reg numbers i had enough - I said to her " look love it's bonfire night , what do you think we are doing , honestly Nov 5th and fire works and the gazebo's what do you think we are doing in my field " = more demands for ID ? . Enough was enough = " Your trespassing with a motor vehicle and have rallyed round the field where kids are palying in the dark and it's not my law it's your's and iff you don't get that F+++G car off my field in 10 seconds i'm impounding and dissposing of it under the byelaws your putting up everywhere that says " any motor vehicles tresspassing will be seized and crushed . And your's will be seized and burnt cos it's going on the F++++G BONFIRE ON BONFIRE NIGHT - OH ISN'T THAT TONIGHT " . Police man who had been quiet all the time started walking back to the car - He knew . WPC on the other hand went into melt down with more demands = " 10 9 8 you do know what a count down is 7 6 and the car is going on the fire 5 and had you parked off the field in the laybye and walked over you'd be having a hot dog and coffee now 4 3 instead of endangering the lives of the kids with your recless driving 2 1 and you know iff i say zero it's game over for the car don't you " = She shut up instantly as it dawned and she turned and went back to the car . Was like a comedy sketch as i followed her and got to their car and looked at the PC and said " night mate " and he just nodded and you could see he was holding back the laughter ......

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

This is how you do it, kudos.

[@Nicole-oi6il]

People are not happy unless the are complaining about something. Glad your camping went well besides that.

[@chukm9622]

I always sandwich the heater pack with both meals that I want heated. Saves some time. Those heater packs are a life saver. Try warming up the cheese as well makes it better.

[@Tom-.-.-.]

That is a really smart way of getting O² to a fire, yet so simple. Why have i never thought of that. Nice one

[@barnes0801]

MREs are the way forward for camping trips - zero fuss and great food. Ok, mediocre food. Alright, sustenance that all tastes like tomato with indistinguishable meat or meat-like product... Best ones I've had are French 24hr rations by a long way. Only good british ration content is the rice pudding 😁

[@gigglewumpus]

I personally really like the backpacking meals from stores like rei, I feel like they're rly high quality. Also, I agree that tomato ones are the most edible for some reason

[@barnes0801]

@@gigglewumpus proper backpacking meals are far nicer that's true but one can cost as much as a whole 24hr MRE. I've been paying £12 for the French ones with two mains, breakfast, snacks and more biscuits than I care to eat

[@rebeccavoss01]

All your native vegetation are our weeds in Australia. Thanks pommys 😂

[@davecossaro632]

no lakes or rivers but the cops were fishing all right

[@jameshewitt8828]

I love trying out MREs, I love bringing them to our sneaky wild camps with my son, awesome fun

[@willcatherall8159]

EXPED air matresses are amazing. They all have small silicond grip dots on the base and are about 25-26 inches wide so no worries about sliding off in the night.

[@fenrishound5939]

Citizen spies 🙄 We have them in USA too sadly

[@thenarethechildrenfree]

Facts

[@janis1981]

Seeing fire arms being transferred from a car into a forrest isn't spying, it's just normal to contact the police. Its not like they come out shooting

[@Tbobelak]

@@janis1981 Change your name to Karen. It is none of your business what someone does with their lawful firearm.

[@bentucker2301]

​@@janis1981wrong

[@romac9516]

@@janis1981Normal for presumptious busy-bodies who tend to assume the worst of others!

[@AuProspecting-Scotland]

It's nice to see them actually doing their job respectfully, fair play to them, cool content bud , subbed.

[@aynsleycooper365]

For me, this looks like a perfectly balanced, polite exchange caused by an overly concerned member of the public. It was dealt with very politely by both sides, and I sincerely hope that the Police dog had a sausage and that TAO now knows the local officers personally - this works best for the world and the rest of us. The Police haters out there might like to ask how they would have dealt with that if they were both parties. Top job Mike, and a great video too. J&A&B&T ... also loved "Do you want cheese with that" perfect...

[@ericweiss2913]

Love your videos! BTW, CO is slightly lighter than air, but not by much.

[@Lindarianmusic]

Great video, TA Outdoors: As a living historian who has to cook everything over a fire and go into battle for events. I never seem to get enough time to be able to get into period dress, for event scenario's, including cooking my meals and having time to eat them. Due to the amount of time that it takes to prepare a simple meal, no worries, have fun camping.

[@musingwithreba9667]

I'm sure the canine officer enjoyed the walk in the woods 😂 I like that tent. It's huge! I think Pomoly has sent them out to a bunch of KZbinrs for testing, I've seen them recently on a couple of other channels.

[@braspatta]

Never clicked so fast

[@celticperspective5183]

Happy Saint George’s day

[@djpablo73]

Hay Mike, on the subject of sleeping pads, I switched to a Klymit Static V Luxe a couple of years ago and it was the best kit decision I've made. So comfortable, and I don't roll off it.

[@marcsanders]

It’s fairly old and I think on its way out, but the Kelty galactic air is good, and spot on for what you mentioned about stopping roll-off

[@TachiUk]

Impleasedto hear the police were called personally. As someone who lives on a Dartmoor village, we had a breaking at a farm a few years ago and 2 shotguns stolen and someone called in several chaps on the moor with guns about 6 months later and it turned out to be the stolen firearms, so I got one am always happy when "better safe than sorry" if thr mindset.

[@Big_D4ddy_V]

Sad

[@ryanwatterson4038]

It was his own land

[@ErwinPommel]

@@ryanwatterson4038 But a passing jogger doesn't know that.

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

What a loser

[@Longtrailside]

It was a good and bad thing for him to report it. You dont want tresspassers going onto your land and doing illegal activities.

[@goodyeoman4534]

More of a "grass them up and ask questions later" mentality if you ask me.

[@lyndoncmp5751]

@goodyeoman4534 If they are innocent and law abiding then there is nothing to worry about. There was no issue in the end.

[@stevebettany8778]

With all the madness we’re living with these days it’s impressive that our British police can still respond in a calm manner no guns waved about.

[@mrchiefbs]

This is only a US issue.

[@SavageAirguns]

​@mrchiefbs never had a cop waving around a gun in the US for minor issue. It's a city problem all over the world.

[@DrD0000M]

@@mrchiefbs Watch some Brazilian police videos.

[@jonmoore873]

To put this in perspective though, you could go your entire life in the UK and not see firearms. It’s not maybe as rare in the countryside or farmland but I live surrounded by farms and it’s really not common. If you know, you know that guns in their carry bags are not really the MO of criminals. I would sooner the cops check than not though. It’s a very different set of circumstances here.

[@StevenKeery]

​@@jonmoore873: Not entirely true. The police in Northern Ireland always have a side arm. At one time it was revolvers until they migrated onto semi-automatic pistols. In the '70s they would also have been armed with H&K MP5s. It struck me that the person reporting the incident might have thought they were terrorists burying an arms cache. No harm done, it added interest to the video and made for an interesting story for his wife.

[@WildnUnruly]

Heat up the tortillas lightly to soften easier to roll them up and finish cooking them, they are not fully cooked. We layer them beans first, rice and beef. The beans hold it all in place. Hello! from South Texas!

[@KairuLitt]

you should check out IGT tables like the Nature hike IGT Camping Table. they're over priced atm but seems like something you may enjoy with all the attachments etc. also love the MREs, you are TA outdoors after all.

[@daylightdies7194]

Hmmmm maybe a sign outside the entrance to say it’s private land if not already done so and people just need to mind there own business

[@TAOutdoors]

Yeah I have a sign saying that, and a shooting warning sign too 😅

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

@TAOutdoors BASED

[@RichDoh64]

How dare he act like a free person. People might get ideas that freedom is free. Better call the law.

[@OriginalLictre]

I think that the jogger might possibly have been a relative of one of the local residents, doing some jogging while visiting, and not familiar with the commonality of firearms in the area. Not being fully familiar, they reached out to the local constabulary with their concerns, and the police responded in a polite and professional manner.

[@janis1981]

Yeah I would rather explain myself twice having arms with me than nobody would report this

[@nevercommentnotevenonce9334]

@janis1981 woman moment

[@MichelLamoureux]

Thanks for showcasing the tent! Can’t wait to try it out!

[@jackielewis1485]

I live in Florida, endured numerous hurricanes and MRI's many times was our only food we had. Most everyone I've ever talked to found them tasteful enough. When you are ruffing it, a warm meal of any kind is welcome.