Solo “Summer” Wild Camping in the Lake District Mountains

[@Gooner-1971]

No drama and no cooking needed - just keep it real - just the way we like it - respect to you mate 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

I appreciate that 🙏🏻

[@MickCann-j8o]

One of the best outdoor adventure vloggers out there. Photography and drone footage is on a different level, well done again pal.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Really appreciate that Mick. Big thanks 🙏🏻

[@tomworboys]

Really enjoyed this video, thanks. I was in Ennerdale this weekend and after ideas where to go next time. You've certainly helped make my mind up. Looks lovely and peaceful

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Tom. Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching 🙏🏻

[@stevensargent8931]

This is another excellent video, inspirational and educational as always👍 1st fried egg was brilliant, consider a side move, and you could be the 1st Michelin Star camping chef😂 Looking forward to seeing your next adventure.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha, thank you Steven. I’ll probably retire gracefully after this episode 🍳🤦🏻‍♂️😁. Big thanks for watching. ATB

[@billnsoph]

Fried eggs . What next . Great vid that Dave !!

[@nicmarlow6388]

Oh yeah hubby was not happy #BountyGate... 👌👌👌👌🤣🤣🤣🤣 another excellent vid! Thanks for taking us on your travels Mr Dave. Hope you checked yourself over for ticks after battling through all that bracken! Shame about the claggy morning but turned out ok in the end!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. It’s funny you should say that about the ticks. I found one, in all places, on my forearm. Really small but managed to get it out with some tweezers. Many thanks for watching as always 🙏🏻

[@MickCann-j8o]

Another great video, I really look forward to your adventures.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Glad you like them 👍

[@isobelsimpson7369]

You showcase The Lakes beautifully. Loads of great info and chat throughout the video. Never heard of some of those Tarns you went by, so thanks for taking us to a place I would never normally go to.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Oh, thank you Isobel. Glad you enjoyed it 🙏🏻

[@simoneales4566]

This could have been November Dave...instead of an English Summer. Love the way you just crack on enjoying and dealing with everything thrown at you. Great pitch Dave..off the beaten track...as always😀

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, this “summer” has been pants. Big thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it Simon 👍

[@ashab1]

good to see someone putting real British summers into perspective

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁

[@steveostler]

Enjoyed the video and cooking. Anything tastes good on top of a cloudy summit 😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Absolutely 😋😁👍

[@adge_ventures4915]

Well in Dave. Another enjoyable camp 😊 Adge

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@THvr46FC]

Off the beaten track and off piste. Ultra quiet (except for the wind😊). Not a single soul from beginning to end...right up your street. The only thing missing was "a brew with a view". As ever... another great watch. I'm rather discerning with what I chill out to on the TV - and know that when one of your videos hits KZbin, I'm in for a treat. As ever Dave...many thanks 🙏😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Really appreciate that Ray. Big thanks for watching 👍🙏🏻

[@seanstacey3223]

Another enjoyable video there Dave 👍 Am loving your new cooking section aswell, have started to sit down with a pen and paper to make detailed notes for my wild camping. Can't wait till your next video, it's getting more complex each time, you adding a sausage maybe? At this rate we could be talking a full English in couple of months? 😂 You're certainly right about this summer, it's been crap! 😒

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣🍳👍

[@colinboxall2692]

Love your channel. Dont worry about the views. Your locations work so well and put us in the peace and tranquility you get to experience. That pitch looked tricky but what views. Again, the area provides me with inspiration. If only I could get over my fear of the hardknott pass 🫣. Thanks so much for making and sharing.

[@DAoutdoors]

Morning Dave. I was in this very area a few weeks ago. Like you I just love it round there. But it certainly is an area where whatever time of the year gaiters are ideal. 🤣🤣 Those cows wander for miles. When I was there they were near Burnmoor Lodge. All the best mate 😃⛰🥾🏕️

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Dave ⛰️⛺️🙏🏻

[@merkyw4187]

That was AMAZING video Brew ..I've no idea how you do it, the ferns, the mist, the fried eggs :) and keep us all with you on your adventure..your channel is just getting better and better from amazing all those years ago..keep the faith Dave ... I'm even scared in my van with the breeze rocking it lol big fan as you know

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks as always Merk. Really appreciate hearing from you long term supporters. Very best wishes 🙏🏻

[@rg824]

Hi Dave, great input once again, I’m not sure how people can truly appreciate the endeavour and sometimes awkward discomfort and cold, especially in hands (numbness etc.) when you do these videos. There seems to be a nice feel to these recordings (could be just me). The cooking 🍳, omg 😂😂 I can’t tell you how much I loved this latest one, I did exactly that. Tip….. try to get the flame as low as possible….they cook toooo fast as you showed. Anyway thank you once again for a cracking video showing the stuff we all do when out in the fell (including walking in the clag and drifting off course) truly makes great viewing! 😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you. Really appreciate that. And thanks for the cooking tips 👍🙏🏻

[@dwaynestewart6095]

that was a great time, Dave. I really enjoyed it but wow, what a change in temp from when you got out of the car till the next morning . I guess when that cloud came in it brought a lot of cold air. Oh and by the way, that sandwich with the egg looked pretty yummy. Dwayne

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🍳😋😁👍

[@seanharris5602]

Another good trek mate

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

👍

[@charlenemalson8095]

I've no idea how your videos are getting quite low views either. You are easily one of the most down to earth,likeable,genuine wild campers out there. The breakfast was comedy gold 😂😂 you are right about our "summer" it's been shocking hasn't it? Another brilliant video Dave. Look forward to the next 👍

[@TheFISHTANK666]

Great stuff Dave. Always enjoy your stuff.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks for that Charlene🙏🏻. Glad you enjoyed it 😁👍

[@ireneboston7953]

By heck, Dave, you'll be tossing pancakes next! Seriously though, it was very funny but also a nice example of how simple it can be to have a bit of a treat on the fell without needing to do a cookathon especially for breakfast. I find doing an omelette really easy up there... it doesn't matter if you break the eggs that way either! LOL Glad you're enjoying it. That whole area is lovely, so quiet, as is the Duddon valley. Great How is quite an escarpment and not an easy one to get off when the bracken's up. Have you camped on Gait Crags overlooking the Great Moss. I feel sure you must have. Boat How on Eskdale Moor is a quiet corner as well. Can be a bit swampy to get to from Eskdale though, if I remember rightly, easier up Mitterdale.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Thanks Irene. Think I might have reached my limit with the cooking now. Yeah, I’ve done a couple of videos of Gait Crags. Another lovely area. I had a good look around while I was out on this camp. Got some more ideas for future camps around here. 😜🙏🏻

[@davebirds5667]

Hey up Dave, what’s going on with this damn weather! Hey, that second sarnie looked bang on mate! 🤤 👏 Lovely area this, don’t know if you saw but I went up here on my slight side vid, some footage of Burnmoor, eel tarn & Oliver gill. Thanks for continuing to share your stuff mate. Keep em coming 🙏 Take care ATB Dave

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah it’s a great area. I’m already making plans to return. ATB 👍

[@ranarentz1124]

Absolutely fantastic video as always!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thanks again! 🙏🏻

[@SarahLee220]

Love your videos. One of the best KZbinrs going.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Wow, thanks Sarah 🙏🏻

[@andyverden6563]

Spot on Dave, like you said the summer has been rubbish and you just have to grab the few good days we have had. I was up that area last Friday and it was a massive bog fest !!!!!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah crap summer. Hoping for a decent autumn 🙄😁

[@Orangehippo17]

yet another fantastic video Dave , i was head high in ferns last friday on a local bimble keep the vids coming

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Nice one Derek 😁👍

[@trigbagger]

Loving the captions. 😂Once again, a super vid.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁👍

[@EmmasNatureEscapes]

I really enjoyed your video, beautifully connected to nature. 💚 You got my subscription! 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thank you so much Emma 👍

[@unclepeteswildadventures]

Nice remote summit with a tarn. Great cooking!🙃😖Stiles may as well pack up and go home!😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣👍

[@davejohnson3514]

Nice video Dave cooking coming on fine always tastes great outdoors very tough terrain good test map reading which I enjoy keep having fun ,what is on your car door Sticker 👍🏻

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Dave. The sticker on my door is a north coast 500 sticker. Got it last year when I was up there. All the best 👍

[@philipnevin2027]

Another fab video Dave, murky / foggy morning - a la carte dining for breakfast. Some people use mapping on there phones, something I will not entertain. In Snowdonia , been incidences when mobile crashed or spent battery causing another member of group to phone for MRT via police. I always carry map of area and a compass. One year ascended Snowdon, reached summit cairn in thick cloud. Was not sure in direction to cafe building. So out came my map and compass. Lined map to grid north, showing need to head south west. Took compass bearing and added and marched on bearing for about 35 seconds, out of the gloom was grey outline of cafe building. After lunch headed down via Miners track back to Pen Y Pass. All the best Dave, Philip.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Good advice Philip. I was just using my phone and a compass on this occasion. ATB 🙏🏻

[@davidnorman7715]

Superb part of the lakes Dave,and nearly always crowd free..cheers mate.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Absolutely David 👍

[@INSOLESandLACES]

Yes weather been bad over here in North Wales Dave. That area you camped nice and quiet but definitely a bogfest. I do try and keep away from the popular area at weekends. Many thanks for sharing ❤

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thanks for watching as always 🙏🏻

[@garrygreen3210]

Nice to see a quiet part of the Lakes, reminds me of the early 70’s in the now popular spots.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

👍

[@lizkent2624]

Really interesting video. Good to see a trip where navigation is not always straightforward, its often like that on Dartmoor. And there's nothing like a fried egg when you're camping!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Liz. Thanks for watching 🙏🏻

[@olivemcgrath5231]

Loved watching you trying to fry an egg😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🍳😂👍

[@Beetlegirl1970]

Great video Dave!! We've just camped a few nights in Wales! Lots of rain and ferns but thankfully no bogs 😂😂 thanks for my latest dose of relaxation! ❤ xx

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks BG 🙏🏻

[@stuarthatton1973]

Got to agree the weather this summer has been crap , this year we have been hoping to do our 1st wild camp but every time the weather has been decent we have had plans , want to get out there and do a camp just dont want to take any risks 1st time out , what cooking plans you got next lol , loved the pics from Scotland , dont think i would love those midges though , looking forward to youre next camp

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Stuart. Yeah wait for some better weather for your first camp. Will be much more enjoyable 👍

[@normanc.2021]

Wow Dave those pictures of your trip were beautiful what a trip 👍 That fog was crazy stuff a very nice adventure though. THANKS Dave

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Glad you enjoyed it Norman 👍

[@lostintransit5822]

Eggcellent what a cracking video😂❤

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣

[@2407ewan]

Nice spot Dave, looked really peacefull. You made me laugth with the first egg, the second one looked better with more oil. Try some bacon next time your out.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Bacon 🥓 😬. Might to a touch too far 🤣👍

[@davemitchell8756]

We enjoyed this Dave. Such a beautiful area. Pants weather for August though 😆

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Dave 👍

[@ackosadventures2486]

Great video Dave yes the summer has been crap. Read a good article in trail magazine a while back which was talking about drifting of course it said always aim for a point higher than where you want to be as the tendency is to drift downhill.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍. Oh that’s interesting 🤔. But I wanted to go downhill 😁. ATB

[@ackosadventures2486]

@@TheSoloSummiteer think it was referring to a specific point eg a bridge / river crossing etc

[@TheMackemMountaineer]

Great video mate. Good kung-fu skills. We were camping last night and I've just seen it's the same spot you had on st abbs.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁thanks pal. Yeah great little pitch there ⛺️👍. Nice one 🙏🏻

[@adriankenward9371]

I love Eskdale, spent so much time there. A x

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@stevehorner8302]

Just started watching your vlog and i think you are going to Great How

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Spot on 👍😁

[@IntotheMountains_]

Nice one Dave. The less said about that egg the better. Interesting place. Looks some nice views… weather is crap… just checked again for this weekend as winds are picking up. Roll on winter. Great vid as always Dave 👍🏼

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers bud 🍳 👀😁👍

[@thewanderingforester]

It is sad that Linda and myself compete to see who can figure out where you're at first? Nice to see somewhere different, good video. And fried eggs now? What's next - full English? Cheers, Roger

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

That’s brilliant Roger. Not sad at all. I love it 👍😁

[@harrylinsdell8114]

Going to lakes next weekend Dave so we can enjoy all the views you share with us

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Harry. Have a fab time 😎👍

[@rogertatham5608]

Is there no end to your culinary skills Dave! 😂…..although I think my dog would of curled his nose up at your first attempt.. but if at first you don’t succeed and all that. Great video again though 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣👍

[@Moffatmountainadventures]

Love seeing some of these off Peste routes you do. I can do that in my area but wish I knew the lakes well enough to do that. Summer! My god had this one been awful. I honestly think we got got better weather in the winter camps this past year. Can’t remember getting a sunrise on a camp since the mill of Galloway one we did, was that April? Since then I’m always waking up in clag or wind or rain or all. Can’t predict it either, changes way more than it used too, or at least that’s how it’s felt. Still, always good to get out though 😊 ATVB Robert

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Robert. You seem to get into the lakes a lot more these days. Hopefully there is still a chance of a bit of summer yet before autumn kicks in. I don’t care what the temperature is. I just like it to be dry and less windy. All the best bud 👍

[@Moffatmountainadventures]

@@TheSoloSummiteer I’m preferring the lakes to be honest, I can be there inside 90 mins, home mid morning if need be. Anything north of arrochar and I’m talking 2 hours minimum plus the extra long hikes up.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

@Moffatmountainadventures obviously it’s not the Highlands but there’s still lots to explore ⛰️👍

[@Northern_Rockhopper]

Kung-fu skills 😂 Haven’t ventured round that part of the lakes yet, reminds me of the wilderness of Scotland. Great video mate 👍🏼

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@expat0149]

Live not too far from Ennerdale , and it has been a very wet summer ,currently sat in my flat wearing a jumper in August !!! Still i am in a beautiful part of the country so not too bad :)

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Yeah, crazy weather. 🌦️ 🤷‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@missogyny4921]

Oh no Dave, by cooking your ‘gourmet’ (or gor blimey!) breakfast you missed out on the excellent offering at The Woolpack. It’s my reward at the end of most Eskdale camps, the challenge being to keep the pub dog at bay! Eel Tarn is a brilliant short distance/first time/winter camp, which I’ve done a couple of times. Just beyond the end of the tarn furthest from The Woolpack, where the ground is raised, there’s a horseshoe-shaped rocky enclosure perfect for a smallish tent, which gives some shelter and a perfect place to sit. Crinkle Crags from The Three Shires Stone at the top of Wrynose is another easier option when that’s what you’re after, as you start so high up. This is what I call a classic one of your videos - keep ‘em coming!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Many thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. I had a scope around while I was walking as saw a few spots I fancied 😜😁👍. ATB

[@TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing]

Mega effort Dave to find solitude it opened up like a Glen up top 😅😅 looked steep up top sorry mate it’s a Lancashire saying I’ve started to notice a lot since a yoga class I took at the gym

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thanks, man 👍

[@SteRumbelow]

That’s a decent pub where you parked - I stayed at YHA Eskdale back in 2018 and remember having a great evening meal there. Now, on with the most interesting bit of the video…

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah it’s cool there Ste 😎👍

[@BTurner.]

That was a bit of an adventure into the unknown with a bit of culinary expertise thrown in too, somehow I don’t think you’ll be getting a job in a Michelin starred restaurant. Loved it but I wish you’d get yourself a Garmin InReach Mini when you’re so far off the beaten track. I’m a fair bit older than you so not as nimble and now I won’t venture out without mine. Keep them coming Dave.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣👍. Know what you mean about the tracker. ATB

[@kelvinpell4571]

Good advice to 'not be stupid' and push on when you know you are struggling, Dave. A lot of people do! I think I'd prefer the winter conditions to what you got in this one!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Absolutely Kelvin. Safety first 👍

[@medievalladybird394]

Fried bread and fried tomatoes please next. You might after all turn into a proper youtuber 😅 Thanks for taking us along.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Dear god 😮🤣👍

[@deborahmartin4137]

Great video Dave but what are you thinking of? You can't fry an egg in olive oil . It burns.

[@WibleyByman-hz3hq]

I fry mine in olive oil and they're always fine.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Still learning 😁👍🍳

[@Stampistuta]

Cracking spot to pitch, you won’t have company out there.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@allieandmaria]

New pans have to be 'seasoned' Dave. - Interwebs: "You can season nonstick cookware by lightly rubbing cooking oil over the surface, then heating the pan on the stove over medium heat for two or three minutes. Once it cools down, wipe out any excess oil with a paper towel before storing." 💕

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Really appreciate that. Thanks for the info 🍳👍

[@Steve.j.like2hike]

Take it you don't cook at home 😮 pan too hot.still a great video what next scrambled eggs 😊😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

I’ve been living on my own for over 3yrs so yes I do cook at home. Don’t do any frying tho. Thanks for the advice 😁👍

[@Olan...]

Below Average Wild Camper must be REALLY worried if he has seen your culinary masterpiece in this video Dave 😜. Makes sense if that Bergaus Tent performed better than the Nature Hike because its got 3 sleeved pole crossing points so that will give it loads of rigidity for sure.....Just goes to show you that you can get decent performance from some of the cheaper tents although it's a bit on the heavy side for me. PS You could have slightly toasted that sandwich on that pan 😉 👌

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣 yeah I think he’s safe. Berghaus was seriously impressive. Obviously it’s not the quality of the Hilleberg but I reckon it would be ok for most circumstances. Just a bit heavy but it is 2 person. Can’t really go wrong for that money. ATB pal 🙏🏻

[@Olan...]

@@TheSoloSummiteer absolutely ....ideal for the price point

[@alexdokic5567]

Hi Dave, I was up there a couple of months ago and walked up Slight side, I now all about the ferns and bogs,haha, a bit tricky navigating around Eel Tarn, trying to pick up a path around the boggy bit! I will give you one out of ten for the first egg, but probably still tasted like one, and you forgot the tomato sauce… it looks like you had a touch of chicken pox 😮 Eskdale is my favourite area, so wild, you’re on your own most of the time! In all your videos that I have seen, I can’t remember seeing you fall over, but I’m guessing you must have done at some point in your walking adventures!! As for the weather, blame the jet stream, climate change??🤔

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Thanks Alex. I did fall over on one of my earlier videos up on the local moors just after lockdown. I included it in my video too. A little embarrassing to say the least but hey ho 😁👍

[@alexdokic5567]

@@TheSoloSummiteer I’m the one who keeps on telling my boys to be careful, but that didn’t stop me from slipping on a large flat rock, covered in that black algae, and banging my head on a boulder with the force of a sledgehammer! Fortunately no damage apart from a big bump! I’m always looking at the Wasdale mountain rescue page of incidents, and nearly ended up as one, it was near to Lincove beck waterfalls, not a soul in sight, I’d probably still be laying there 👀

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Wow Alex that’s scary. Hope you’re ok now. I’m extra careful when solo. Pretty much risk assessing every step. I’m always thinking about mountain rescue and really don’t want to have to bother them. ATB

[@jamesgilford6304]

Great vid Dave! would you recommend taking up a frying pan or is it too much of a faf?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

It’s really depends on your route. On a tough route you really want to keep your pack and light as possible by removing unnecessary items. Thanks for watching 👍

[@philjones3335]

Why your videos are loosing ratings i’ll never know. Personally I prefer your stuff to anything else out there, well you and Haze are the two I like. If I ever see you up on the hills remind me not to let you cook breakfast 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah, views seem to be less and less and it can be a lot disheartening but if people prefer to watch other stuff so be it. I just film what I do, I don’t go out to make videos of what other people want to watch. Appreciate your support as always 🙏🏻

[@leehayes70]

Scrambled eggs next…. Great video as always. Really enjoyed it thank you.🙏

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Coming soon! 😁

[@pamcurley8678]

That egg 😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤓👍

[@dixonpeter]

Weather has been shite the last 2 years in my opinion. Forecasting seems a bit more hit and miss nowadays as well. Get all prepped for a walk somewhere with the forecast saying its going but fantastic weather, then wake up in the morning and its all changed to utter crap!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

I know. Really frustrating eh 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@eddyarundale1566]

👋🏼

[@markwallis5395]

You don't need to be remote to get away from people. I saw very few people when I did red screes from Ambleside last week.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah. It’s all about timing.

[@TyroneOutdoors]

Seems like the most bleak summer in several years at least 😅

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Aye 🤦🏻‍♂️👍

[@RobWalker-m5m]

Much prefer your content to cooking camp vids - skip straight past any cooking scenes, actually pretty grim watching/hearing a bloke eating! No idea what the appeal is! Can relate to your content much more and gives great ideas for future camps.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah. It’s all about the timing 👍

[@therossendalerambler-mikei7294]

Master chef 😂😂😂😂eggs very bland without salt.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁👍

[@nickname6747]

2024. The weather is gash. Struggled to find decent days.😵‍💫 Cooking is coming on! From now on I'll tune in just for the eggs - joking. Thanks for uploading, Dave. 🏔👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁👍

[@jimmarshall9945]

Brilliant video Dave. Yeah you’re spot on mate, I’ve had a crap summer in terms of summit camps climbing and hiking…every time I’m off work the weathers crap…Use olive oil for cook much better than those sprays… ATP Jim❤🏔️👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one, pal. Let’s hope there’s a bit of summer left yet. 🙏🏻

[@jimmarshall9945]

@@TheSoloSummiteer 🤞🤞☀️🙏