Winter Wild Camping Kit Sub 6.5KG | Wet & Windy Dartmoor Weather | Hilleberg Akto

[@baldmountaineer]

I’m sure it’s been said before but Petra is just beautiful and so well behaved.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊🐶👍

[@vbrvideoproductions4643]

Love that Petra only carries her own equipment - ethical and loving :)

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊🐶👍

[@TheRealSteveEllis]

"Says on the packet, look NOT for dogs" thats your catchphrase in my view Seamus. Keep up the good work.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Haha 😂 thanks Steve; it's not for dogs 😂🐶👍😊

[@kamk5496]

Awww Petra 💗😍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Woof 🐶👍🐶 Thank you 😊

[@maggi666]

Petra is at one with you Shamus!

[@harbourwoodlandvisitor2445]

Loving the Petra Cam. they should invent a cam with a little mini auto wiper on the lense with an intermittent setting for rain

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 haha 😂😂😂 I think it adds a touch of reality 😅🐶

[@wozwandering4255]

Cracking video Shamus loved the quarry 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 It is a lovely place 😊👍🐶

[@pootlingalong8928]

Enjoyed this film, really got a sense of how soggy it was! I’ve never been a fan of German Shepherds due to a couple of incidents, but Petra has completely changed my mind - what a well behaved, honest dog - she’s a credit to you. 🥰

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

🐶woof 👍 Thank you

[@stuartwalmsley1379]

Another fab video thanks for sharing it. Goodness it was rainy. Interesting visit to the quary and thanks for sharing the history. Stay safe 😊

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Stuart, thank you 😊 and stay safe too 👍🐶👍

[@derekperkins7343]

There's an honesty and lack of exaggeration about your videos that I don't find on similar sites. Clearly you had persistent shoddy weather and it was interesting to learn your strategies for coping with it. I'm impressed how well the tent held up. Another good watch.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks again, Derek 😊 It certainly was wet, but I guess that's life 😂👍

[@benvickery]

I’m very jealous that you live on the moor! I’m visiting in 2 weeks and looking forward to it, I haven’t been since last summer. I completely agree that Foggintor quarry is getting too busy. I did a loop of the North Moor last time and walked past the quarry on my way from Princetown to Merrivale and there was a huge family tent in the quarry. That’s not wild camping. I prefer to camp in the middle of nowhere where I’m completely alone. The problem is that many people want to camp close to their cars. Thanks for making the video

[@scottwhitney9252]

Another great video your so lucky to have that on your doorstep. Petra star of the show again

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank You, Scott 😊 and woof from Petra 🐶👍

[@vwtransportersandmotorcycl3729]

I love how obedient Petra is, beautiful dog and I’ve never seen a dog carry their own kit before lol

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks Joe 😊 She doesn't carry too much (3kg) - she is a good dog 🐶👍😊

[@joesoutdooradventures1993]

Wow that was a wet one. ATB Joe

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

It certainly was, Joe 👍😊🐶

[@TOMHEANEY100]

Hi Shamus, you must have a decent pair of gaiters to get through that depth of water but amazing that you go out for a camp in truly difficult conditions. Your camera shots and angles really immerse the viewer in your trip which is great for me as I am unable to get out camping at the moment. Organising and managing yourself and Petra in a small tent in such conditions is some feat, never mind filming as well. I am going to try that custard apple crunch. Great advice re condensation and drying out some clothing. You even managed a time-lapse in there too and took us on a trip to the stunning looking Foggintor Quarry. The only thing that I can think of to make the video better would have been you falling into the water instead of Petra! THANK YOU FOR SHARING AND PUTTING SUCH EFFORT INTO THIS..

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you for taking the time to comment, Tom. Although I'm not sure about the 'me falling in the quarry' bit 😂😂😂 Wishing you all the best - Shamus 👍🐶😊

[@jodyjohnstone3520]

Petra really is living her best life. The quarry looked a great spot for a wild camp, but from what you said it seems many think the same.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Yes it's lovely to visit, but it really is worthwhile letting the place rest. It is within the power of the land owner to have it removed from the wild camping access land, and we don't want that 😊

[@jodyjohnstone3520]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 I live in South Yorkshire so camp in the Peak District and North Yorkshire, sometimes the Lake District too. I've never been on Dartmoor, but it looks lovely.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@jodyjohnstone3520 - It's a long way across the country isn't it. I spent years going to the Lakes virtually every month - the longest journey was 9 hours stuck at the M5/6 junction 😂

[@jodyjohnstone3520]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 🙈 I once got stuck on the M6 too while towing a caravan. It gets extremely busy around Birmingham.

[@thomasroutley1181]

Good bit of local history mate, also the Falklands war memorial was made at Merrivale Qaurry. one of the team of masons involved in the making of it still lives in Tavistock, I worked with him for 9 years upto last year. he has photos and newspapers of it all with the team. 👍

[@aaron-c9l]

Top notch channel! I have been binge watching your videos the past week hahaha. Stuff of legends. You come across as a very knowledgeable and reliable bloke but at the same time a very humble man. My favorite outdoors channel now by far!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Aaron 😊 I'm so very grateful for you taking the time to watch my content 👍 and... woof from Petra 🐶

[@aarondyer.pianist]

Glad to meet you, Shamus. Haven't watched all the video but will later. Love to see beautiful Petra.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hello Aaron, I hope you’re well. I’m sure the Texas weather is just a bit different to this 😊🐾🐶

[@curt3494]

Thanks for taking the time to produce these videos, Seamus 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Curt, thank you 😊 Much appreciated 😊👍🐶

[@curt3494]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 I'm currently toying with the idea of getting myself some wild camping kit, and your videos have been really informative and given me some good food for thought. Cheers! 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@curt3494 Well I really hope you go for it 👍

[@1adamuk]

Petracam is awesome.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 and woof 🐶

[@zerotraceadventure]

Fantastic video as always Shamus. Petra cam looking amazing as well as Petra of course . I absolutely loved the quarry section near the end I had no idea there was so much history at it Hope you are well and looking forward to coming out of lockdown my friend take care

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Ian 😊 The quarry really is a lovely place. Absolutely, yes, Im look forward to an end to lock down 👍😊🐶

[@zerotraceadventure]

Myself to I run a community pub I’m Middlesbrough now and we are going into tier 3 after lockdown so I can’t open which to me spells wild camping. I collected my access 3 from msr the other day as well as a few other goodies ready for some winter adventures .. first on the cards high cup nick give it a good blast out also got my msr windburner and neo air xtherm and rab accent 700 to test so many goodies feel like a caged tiger at the min

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@zerotraceadventure - Sounds like a fantastic set up 👍 for what it's worth my Hilleberg Soul is currently set up in the living room while I seam seal the zip 😂

[@zerotraceadventure]

Wish I could send you a pic of my access 3 up lololol great minds ....I’m out sealing but trying

[@zerotraceadventure]

Sorry spell check ...my tent is up too

[@matthewgulliver6468]

Another excellent video! Your videos help me through the night to get some sleep as I suffer from insomnia with anxiety. Your videos give me a calming affect along with the background music you play on your videos. Regards Matthew.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Matthew 😊 I find KZbin or BBC Sounds comedy a really top recipe for a good night's sleep. Paradoxically, I normally want to hear whats being said, that relaxes me and I just fall asleep in the first 10 minutes. Stay safe and thank you for commenting 😊👍🐶

[@lumer2193]

Sweet dog😍💗

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Woof from Petra 🐶 Thank you 😊

[@lumer2193]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 🤩

[@leftfootforward1040]

I'm looking forward to camping with my fyg hund once he's old enough.

[@EventyrsorenDenmark]

Really Nice video and Beautiful nature 😅🤗😊😆

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 that’s much appreciated 👍

[@DougieDouglas666]

Very informative stuff. Thank you. All of your videos are great. Thank you keep up the Amazing work. Very entertaining whilst working away from home. When you said Foggintor it made the hairs on my neck stand up. Always great to see Dartmoor. I’ve spent my fair-share of time in that place. But it’s still one of my favourite places to be.

[@ianandrewdonnelly6507]

No. Thankyou. What a brilliant vid. I'll need to watch it again. Just so I can soak it all in. The bleakness, the conditions and the stunning surroundings. Thanks again .ian

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Ian - despite the weather, it was a joy to make the video. 😊 Thank you again 👍🐶

[@SimonOutdoors]

Awesome set up there mate, good to see a clear talking overviews and some great kit. Brilliant, Simon

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Simon 😊 I've just subbed your channel - looks like ive got some viewing to do 👍

[@SimonOutdoors]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 many thanks mate, I appreciate it :)

[@peesua]

Would definitely like to see more Petra cam; especially likes to climb rocks.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Haha ... Yes, she loves scrambling about on the rocks, ever since she was a puppy. Thanks for watching 🐶😊👍

[@AdventureDeNorthVlogs]

Absolutely wonderful mate it’s too windy and raining all the way but it’s fun thumbs up 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 - I think I could have done without the rain 👍

[@AdventureDeNorthVlogs]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 but for me the rain is more thrilling while you in wild camping it make your camping more memorable

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

That’s very true, I just need to arrange for it to start once I’m actually in the tent 😊😂🤣

[@Intotheoutdoors69]

Love the nightlapse and I love Fogin Tor quarry and would love to camp there but I won't for the same reasons as you pluss most people who camp there are a different type of camper. I've camped near to Swell Tor quarry which is stunning and less known.And can't believe you used a 33ltr backpack just my sleeping bag would fill that. Poor petra falling in like that and that was very interesting hearing about the two quarrys😁👍

[@andrewseaborne270]

Another class upload Shamus 👌 👍🐺🐾🐾🐾🐾🙏

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Evening, Andy 😊 Thanks for watching, Petra says woof 🐶

[@maclagor]

Thanks, Seamus; you mention here a jacket for Petra - could you let us know what jacket she has? My dog is smaller, and whilst he is a tough dog with a decent wiry coat, I'm yet to take him out in the winter/early spring for fear of it being too cold. What you do to keep Petra warm enough would be interesting to know. I am sure I speak for the masses when I say, looking forward to when your videos start again.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks for your support, we will be back soon, having now moved house. WRT the jacket - it is a cheap fleece lined, nylon outer m dog jacket from Pets at Home - I think it was on sale for about £6. I’ve had bespoke warm pertex and fleece jackets made for past dogs, this does exactly the same job 👍😊🐶

[@OUTDOORALLY]

Nice video , might get me a wee headtorch lantern as a backup ! Just discovered your channel and subbed ! 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks for subbing, much appreciated 😊 I quite like the glow from the lantern 👍

[@newforestgump8926]

Another brilliant outing Seamus. You are up there with the best You Tubers, with your knowledge, experience and delivery. Keep it up!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 I appreciate that... 😊👍🐶

[@kristaps2010]

I was there last week. Beautiful place to explore on your own. Dartmoore weather is something else, it was snowing in daytime 30th of April!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Yes, it was wasn’t it ⛄️ Thanks for watching 👍🐶😊

[@ridz9532]

Great camp Shamus. Love the bit of local knowledge thrown in. Petra is a star! Look forward to seeing more of you both in the future ATB-Phill

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Evening, Phill. 😊 Thanks for 'dropping in' on the channel and Petra says woof 🐶😊👍

[@dawnadam6164]

I was out walking with cadets when you did this. It did not stop raining all day..I am pleased we did not camp. Great to see you still out x

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hehe 😂 It's all good, just as long as you keep smiling and laughing... 🐶👍😊

[@emmaxx2529]

Petra cam 😍😍 love it!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Haha 😂 Thank you Emma 👍

[@lisa-jaynefisher465]

That was great! Petra cam was brilliant. Beautiful place.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Lisa 😊 thank you for watching and woof from Petra 🐶

[@nigelsherlock9079]

Great vid as always Shamus, looked a nice spot and the lesson on the quarry was good. That unintentional swim Petra had :) she always aims to entertain her viewers, as you do obviously :) looking forward to the next video thanks for sharing and atb for now.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Nigel 😊 Thank you for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed it 👍🐶

[@tugandang]

Sat in lounge watching you 2.Looked that cold I put a jumper on.Another brill video with you 2.We poor souls in Wales can't go anywhere until 9th November.😭😭

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Keith. 😊 We love Wales - We had Petra specially imported... from Swansea 😂 I was going to head that way this month for a few weeks... obviously not now - Stay safe 👍😊🐶

[@tugandang]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 They're talking about Jan/Feb 2021 shut down aswell.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@tugandang - Thank you 😊

[@Kathy_Is_Blessed]

Oh my, what a lovely video! Your dog is superb! What a beauty.💖 Loved the camp and getting to see the early-morning quarry. Very interesting history. Camping in the wind and rain awful yet exciting at the same time, Thanks so much.🙏 New subscriber.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you very much 😊 much appreciated 👍 and woof from Petra 🐶

[@bigsal1960]

Great video thanks Sheamus but we all know who the star is with all her devoted fans!!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Bleddy charming 😂😂😂 She knows it too 🐶👍 Thank you 😊

[@pjchosen]

Oh I love your videos! So refreshing to see someone on KZbin not full of themselves but just so humble, interesting and great to learn from! I love the way you laugh whenever the foul weather comes over!!! At the beginning of this video you walk thru a deep stream: surely the water is higher than your walking boots? Don't your feet get wet and doesn't that make them cold and uncomfortable for the rest of your trip? I've only ever wild camped in the summer. I'd like to know how on earth you pass the long hours of darkness, as that puts me off more than the weather.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hello Peter, thank you 😊 The long night hours of a winter camp can be a real drag. But when I’m making a video, there isn’t enough time. The water from the steam certainly filled my boots, if it was avoidable I would have done, but that was the fording point. I’m never really too bothered by wet feet, unless it’s freezing temperatures, then I would avoid it. Thank you for watching 😊👍🐶

[@hArtyTruffle]

Thanks for the history and for the lowdown on the Akto :) 👍🏼

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you for watching 😊👍🐶

[@blackmountainadventures]

Excellent video dude. I have sent you a PM. Regards Lee.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks Lee - how did you send it, messenger?

[@garysmythe9545]

I did wonder how you happily walked through quite a depth a water - Rabb waders I was thinking, but guess you just accepted soggy socks? Another great video Shamus - thank you 🙏

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks Gary 😊 yes I just put up with wet feet, dry them out overnight and start again 👍😊🐶

[@vamboroolz1612]

Try a couple of black bin bags or rubble sacks in your pack. They weigh very little and pack down to a little size. Work great for fording streams and keeping your feet dry. Been using them for years😉

[@garysmythe9545]

Now that’s a good idea - thanks 🙏

[@dannypearcedannyboycornishlad]

So glad i stumbled across your channel. loving Petra Cam. Instant subscribe.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Danny 😊 That is so much appreciated 😊🐶👍 And subscribed to you too - I need some time to look through your channel - looks great 👍

[@ootnboots]

Good video Shamus , a bit damp in the way in but a good camp. Ive not had my Akto out for a couple of years now , i'll need to get it out again . Cheers Stevie

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks Stevie, it was worthwhile revisiting the Akto... But I'll leave it behind next time it's raining cats and dogs 😂🐶😊

[@ashbrooks2857]

Shamus I've just stumbled across your channel. Fantastic to see your wildcamp with Petra. I am also fortunate enough to be able to walk onto the moor from my home albeit the Haytor side and as someone who has wildcamped since school days echo your sentiments regarding the use of the moor and the impact some have had this year. Keep up the interesting content. ATB Ashley

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Ashley. That's very kind of you to take the time to comment 😊 I love the Haytor side of the moor, I used to live in Buckfastleigh and would regularly run over that part of the moor - it's beautiful 👍🐶

[@chrishamilton2527]

Hi Seamus, great vid ….. love to learn what you do for Petra’s sleeping arrangement? My boy sleeps on top of a piece of 3mm acoustic foam and a section of a Thermarest Z light sol. Over him goes a doubled over down blanket and if it’s especially cold he goes into a cut down Rab bivi bag (cut down as it leaked, so only used inside the tent).

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

It Varys depending on conditions, but for winter she now has a short self inflating mat.

[@richardg1891]

Another good video and great to find out about the local history.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Richard 😊

[@davidjballantyne]

You mentioned Hay Tor which brought back memories for me. The first climb I ever led was on Hay Tor. I did not do a good job, placed gear far too low and too deep in a horizontal crack. With the lack of gear placement opportunities higher up the climb and increasing rope drag in and out of the crack (lack of experience led to me not extending the gear placement) I was lucky not to take a fall high off the climb on to the ground. In retrospect, a climb that should probably have been top roped. You have a new subscriber.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks David 😊 I took a whacking great fall off the Lowman route on Haytor 20 years ago, I was leading and something slipped (I don't know what) - anyway I came off upside down onto my head, rendering me unconscious for a bit. I ended up in Torbay casualty department... these things happen, at least I suffered no apparent affects ... or so I think 👍😂🐶

[@stephemf]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 and more importantly, survived the trip to Torquay! 😂

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@stephemf - I did ask if I could go to Exeter... but they weren't having any of it 😂

[@stephemf]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 😂

[@Jarbie]

I'm impressed with that pack weight. Best I've managed so far is about 8kg but that was with a tarp and bivvy bag. Note to self, September = crane fly season. :) I quickly worked out where you were heading when I recognised a piece of wall towards the beginning of the video. How sad is that. ATB, John.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Haha 😂 Nice one, John - it's only a quick trot out the door from home so it made for a quick wild camp 👍

[@jenny.barter]

Great vid shamus...love Petra cam too

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Jenny 😊 Thank you 😊🐶👍

[@jpofgwynedd3878]

Okay, so you're casual about it... Me? That's extreeeeme, dooood..! *petraboop*

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

And Petra says woof 🐶 Thank you, it wasn't too bad, just a matter of taking things a step at a time - the first step is shelter, then warm, dry and eat custard apple crunch 😊 👍

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

Arhhhh Bless Petra falling in the quarry. Agree with the over use and abuse of camping. Too many irresponsible people leaving debris and wreaking havoc. But hey ho. I’ve got an eBay special Akto. Great tent. But Again people expect it to be perfect and to cook breakfast for you as well as keeping you dry & safe.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

You've just hit the nail on the head, Michael. 👍 Thank you 😊

[@Kaudawelsch100]

The same weather as in Scandinavia :-)

[@Roobarb_Defender]

Discovered your videos today Shamus and I’ve watched several already. Thoroughly enjoying the content and love the interesting facts about the area. Best wishes & stay safe from Derbyshire.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

That is really appreciated, thank you very much 👍😊🐶

[@raymondlogister6828]

Nice video. I think it's great that you spend the night with a large German Shepherd dog in a fairly small tent in such bad weather. I had the Enan, the tent is the same size as the Akto, but found it too small to share it with my Vizsla. I exchanged the Enan for the Una and now have a lot more space for me and the dog. Thanks for all the nice videos you make.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Raymond - The Unna is a lovely tent isn't it. My preferred tent for dog + one is my Anjan 2 - but it's always good to revisit things - Now I remember why I bought the Anjan 😂 Thanks for watching, much appreciated 😊🐶😊

[@johnmclean5957]

Hi. I only recently discovered your channel and am loving it. You are a natural talking to the camera and I appreciate the effort it takes to make content. I have an Akto and really know what camping in the rain with Petra really entails. Peace.

[@rustybits5342]

nice bit of camping and history, liked and subbed

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 I appreciate that 🐶😊👍

[@michaeldesouza4911]

Great video, and interesting to see the light weight kit. Following our message exchange the other week I have purchased some more bits, decided on the Rab Ascent 500 down sleeping bag and the Osprey Kestral rucksack, Berghaus deluge waterproof trousers, and the Rab Nebula insulated jacket. In terms of cooking, went for the Alpkit Brewkit. Off on a wild camp on Friday ! Keep up the videos and looking forward to Thursday. Have a good week, take care. Michael.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

That sounds like to top kit there, Michael 👍 I think you're pretty much set to go aren't you? 😊🐶👍

[@michaeldesouza4911]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 thanks, decided to follow your advice to try and get the best kit that I can afford. In terms of sleep mat, I went for the Sea to Summit Etherlite XT insulated. Yes, pretty much ready to go I think. The only thing I am not sure about is perhaps some thermals for the night, and some walking trousers, been wearing jeans up until now. My mate is supplying the tent ⛺️ very excited to be honest, definitely looking forward.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@michaeldesouza4911 - Merino mix is always a good warm option for thermals - I just use cheap stuff to be honest. Definitely ditch the jeans 👍😊 best of luck and enjoy 🐶

[@michaeldesouza4911]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 many thanks, will let you know how I get on 👍🏼

[@geofftrevarthen5991]

Another great video Shamus! Good information, interesting B-roll, time lapse photography, great music, all put together into an entertaining and informative package - it must've taken you ages to process it all. And who could forget the star of the show - Petra! You both make a good team, though! :-)

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you Geoff 😊 Thank for taking the time to watch 🐶👍😊

[@ianiles6430]

Petra's lovely. A bit bigger than TFS, though :-)

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Ian, fantastic to hear from you 😊 TFS loved camping, bless him. Although he was always covered in muck! I thought of you the other day as I pitched a tent in the same spot where you, Dave and I did all those years ago when it snowed at Easter. I hope you're well👍🐶

[@ianiles6430]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 - I'm fine, thanks. Looking forward to some Dartmoor photography trips this winter.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@ianiles6430 - I still have some of your photos from our trip to Cranmere Pool that winter in the snow 👍

[@ianiles6430]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Blimey, that was a while ago. They'll be on a hard-drive somewhere. Let's hope there's a decen amount of snow this winter.

[@RaP22]

Enjoyed your video, new sub

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Rich 😊 I really appreciate that 👍

[@gavingrimsey8602]

Great again I've got to get out this week as I'm camping every month of the year.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks, Gavin. At this rate we'll need an aqualung and flippers 😂 More wind and rain on the forecast 👍

[@LifeistooshortCK]

We really enjoyed that. When you were in that river are you boots filling with water or are you using a system that keeps your feet dry. I am assuming not as your socks were soaked ? Thanks for sharing 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 No system, just wet feet. I'm okay with that, except in freezing weather 👍😊🐶

[@billb662]

Another great vid!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Bill 😊🐶👍

[@catrionasmillie4833]

I came for camping insight, I stayed for the dog. Do you have any videos on how to camp with your dog, gear, sleeping arrangements, route planning, livestock avoidance etc?

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hello, and woof from Petra 😊🐶👍 - here we go try this kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXmTh4l5jaiFesU

[@aquaish]

New subscriber. Love the content. Keep it up pal. Boom tingz.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Fantastic, thank you 😊 👍🐶 Woof from Petra

[@MrWildWales]

Dog cam is cool haha! Bit of a squish with the two of you though does she sleep in the porch?

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you 😊 She stays in the porch while she dries and warms up with her coat on, then into the main compartment at bed time 👍 But it does depend on which tent I use to be fair.

[@MrWildWales]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Ah right I know some dogs are more solid than others mines a bit of a wuss and tries to get in as soon as we get to the site pretty much lol

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@MrWildWales - My spaniel was always like that, but Petra is a fairly laid back camper 👍😊🐶

[@marksadventures3889]

Petra Cam needs a wipe. But good. Still trying to release a lot more weight from my pack, even though my bike takes the weight mainly.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Mark ... a little windscreen wiper is needed 🤣 what sort of weight do you add to the bike?

[@marksadventures3889]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 My sleeping and tent/hammock system is about 6 kg, then there's food, water, clothes, bike gear and tool kit, Saw and fishing kit. Then if going with the trailer way more! lol. (Big saw too). I am trying to get it down, the trailer is great - I can turn that into the hub for a tarp tent like no other ...lol. In summer i'll do a video on how it works. But you can see a bit of it on my channel.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

I’ll be looking at tha later, thank you 😊

[@malcolmdouglas5476]

Excellent. Thank you.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Malcom 👍😊🐶

[@travellingDAS]

Another great video! I’d love to know more about your down tent boots, it looks like they don’t have soles. I’ve been looking for some for ages for winter nights and all I seem to find are hut boots with soles.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi David 😊 No, soles on these are, to coin a phrase, pants 😂 these were a cheap pair of down booties from Ali Express - but they do a great job 👍

[@geoffpartridge8801]

How you doing fella, catch any fish this season! , you've got to be keen to camp in those conditions fair play to you, hope you got permission to fly your drone!😄 That said it would be good to catch up over a good pint of dartmoor beer. All best geoff.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Oh my goodness, how are you Geoff 😊 It was a pretty fishless season, but that didn't take much working out 😂 I was thinking of both you and Ed yesterday, I walked down through Brownberry to the Swincombe . I was 'eyeing up' the pools along the way and thinking of days gone by when I passed Bridge Pool (or lack of bridge). It's not a bleddy drone, it's a 360 camera on 2.8m carbon pole - it's very clever, you can't see the pole but look at my right hand, and you'll see it's holding the base of the pole. Take care, stay safe and keep in touch.👍

[@geoffpartridge8801]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 what about the pint idea.👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@geoffpartridge8801 - Absolutely 😂 But unfortunately I haven't been into a pub since before lockdown (there are various reasons for that) but when I do, I'll make a direct line for the Forest and buy you one 👍

[@geoffpartridge8801]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 👍

[@LilyAlways]

What brand are your down booties? Loved the video, especially liked Petra Cam, so interesting to see it from her eye level.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

I love Petracam too 😊 The booties are Naturehike form China at the princely sum of about £5 👍

[@Fraterdominatio]

Only just discovered your channel - and loved this video. I'm primarily a photographer than a hiker - but I hike and camp for that purpose, with my dog Barney the Border Collie too. My main focus when out is to get the shots I want but stay as dry and warm as possible - keeping away from bogs and streams etc. I was amazed to see you plodging (geordie term) knee-deep in the stream and then getting warm and dry in camp! What were you wearing for socks and trousers to be able to get things dry overnight? Wasnt the next days hike pretty unpleasant with soaked boots and bottoms? I'd love to upgrade my kit to be able to do that (or are you just hard as nails!!! ;-) ) I'll be checking out your other videos for sure. Thanks for sharing your expertise and experiences.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Wye aye 😉 - thanks for commenting... I don't know about the 'hard as nails' bit 😂 I try to avoid getting wet. That little river was swollen and I knew I would probably end up wet anyway. My boots and socks were wet in the morning, within 5 minutes I forget about it and don't notice - I would be a little more careful about it if it was colder though. I wear Montane Terra Pants, and generally find that they will dry quickly with body heat. so I don't hesitate to get them on in the morning, because I know it will start the drying process - provided it isn't still raining. Thanks for commenting 😊👍🐶

[@interlinga]

Great video. Very interesting to learn about Hay Tor Quarries and what some of the granite from Fogging Tor Quarry has been used for. I saw those boots a few weeks ago. At that time there was note next to them. They’re a memorial for someone who has passed into the next life, a fellow fan of the moor. Not a bad place for the spirit to wander. I’m lucky enough to have an Akto and a Soulo. I have to say I prefer the Akto in many ways. There are lighter tents about but all things considered it’s probably the best all round one person. Someone once wrote about the triangle of gear qualities - durability, low weight, and cost. Impossible to have all 3. Akto is pricey but worth it. Looking forward to your next video. Where did you learn all about the weather? Can you recommend a book? Cheers

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi there, I use that triangle to explain the relationship between cost, durability and weight as well. I think it’s a general analogy that’s used across many sectors, originally “fast, cheap, good; pick two” 😊 as you can see from my videos, I also have a Soulo (and an Anjan) - for me the Akto is light enough and packs down nice and small as well👍 The Anjan is a beautiful tent that is relatively light too, and the Soulo is a fortress. I was fortunate enough to work for the British Antarctic Survey in the 90s, I lived in Antarctica for several years - that’s where I first learned meteorological observation. A few years later I actually did a met office observers course, it was about a week long back then... anyway meteorology wasn’t my job, just something that had to be done as a part of it. There are many books on ‘understanding weather’ but the HMSO Cloud Book is really good reference guide to cloud types 👍

[@r13gbs]

Great vid as per👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks Rick, you're a gent 👍😊

[@kenShuttleworth]

Really enjoyed your video, now a subscriber. How do you keep Petra free of ticks, so that you can safely share your tent?

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you, Ken 😊 The ticks aren't active at this time of year. I have only had one attach to me in 4 decades of walking Dartmoor. I have 3 dogs (was 4 until recently) - The spring months are the worst, but they never bother me really 👍 Although I give the dogs a tick treatment, it doesn't stop them from attaching (it just kills them).

[@colinadgie6043]

Hello Shamus. Another great piece of content! Can I ask what equipment you used to get the Ariel shots at the quarry. Keep up the great work 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Colin - it’s a 360 degree camera mounted on short carbon pole. Clever technology stitches it together and moves the perspective 👍

[@colinadgie6043]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Thanks for getting back. That’s amazing. I thought it was a drone. Great content!

[@AirbornePirates]

Great video and channel Shamus. Question, what is the pack Petra is carrying? I plan on wild camping with my Weimaraner, similar size to your dog. Many thanks. Matt

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hello Matt, thank you 😊 It’s a Ruffwear Palisades pack 👍

[@AirbornePirates]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 super I look forward to giving it a go. I’ve only done two wild camps but both videos are on my channel if you get bored 🙂 I’ve subscribed. Thanks again 🙏

[@Kaudawelsch100]

I hope everything is okay with you, despite Corona. I see that you haven't posted any videos in a long time. Many greetings!

[@darrengough4400]

Another great video. I expect to do a good few wild camps on Dartmoor as soon as we are able. Do you wear leg gaiters in the wetter weather?

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Darren - I tend not to wear gaiters -- Ive used a variety over the years but find that I'm happy to put up with wet and dirty trousers 😊👍🐶

[@darrengough4400]

Thank you. Simple and cheaper. I like it! 👍

[@gibboevie7451]

Brilliant video once again Shamus loved it . Petra cam is amazing also what bag are you using here mate

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Ian, thank you 😊 The sleeping bag was a Rab Alpin 600 - this is an older model (not the current one) it has a 800 fill power 👍

[@gibboevie7451]

Sorry shamus my fault I ment the day sack I’m in the market for a 30 ish L day sack been looking at the talon from osprey just wondering what you were using

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@gibboevie7451 I did wonder if that's what you meant, Ian - sorry 😊 You'll be pleased to know it's a Talon 33 👍😂

[@gibboevie7451]

Is it as good as I hope it’s going to be

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@gibboevie7451 😂 I don't know how high your hopes are, Ian 😂👍

[@bak2earth711]

Hi, Shamus did you have to dry the AKTO out when you got home how did it fair with the condensation looks a nice little set up , you are blessed where you live another little pocket of lovelyness in Britain !

[@icewallow2611]

I had one for a while, they are absolutely WILD for condensation. It's like a steam room no matter what. Nothing you can do to fix that. Sold it because of it. Terrible.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks 😊 I've never had too much of a problem, but the night of this video was unavoidable 😊👍🐶

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thank you very 😊 It certainly did need drying, in fairness any tent or shelter would have after that night 😂😊👍🐶

[@alanwetherelt7155]

I would think waterproof socks would work well in soaking wet boot

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

I tried them for a few years, but to be honest, when you wade there isn't much improvement normally. But actually, as you suggest, for day two they may have some benefit 👍 I might give that a go, thank you for the suggestion 🐶😊👍

[@runhikesleeprepeat187]

Grand video that squire 👍 enjoyed the history behind the quarries use. Tip my cap to you for managing the camp with the wet kit & petra in the environment. Did you use a bivi over your bag? Love how as always, Petra took in the unexpected dip without batting an eyelid ❤️ The visual quality of the video is outstanding.... Your eye sacks looked like it wasn't a smooth night's kip was had? Thanks again for sharing the beauty of Dartmoor 😎👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Thanks, bud 👍 much appreciated 😊 I didn't use an over-bag or bivi - It's a question of managing her until she's dry. It doesn't take long, she soon warms through with her fleece jacket and, by bed time, she's in the main compartment next to me and dry as a bone. I do have a couple of lightweight bivi bags - I used these with my spaniel who was all over the place and covered in mud. Petra really is an ideal camping dog and just takes everything in her stride.

[@runhikesleeprepeat187]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 thank you for the reply.. I was thinking about the bivi bag, as a wind style bag (Eg mld superlight) for keeping your sleeping bag drier from the humidity and condensation, as opposed to a full waterproof one 👍

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@runhikesleeprepeat187 Thats almost exactly like the one I have, its a lightweight pertex shell. I also had one customised with mesh on the upper part of the foot-box as that tends to get warm and create condensation. To be fair the bag wasn't too damp in the morning, just the inside of the fly.

[@paulstubbs1843]

How does the Akto fair in high wind?

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Very well, Paul. But I open both end vents to create a through flow. The windward end will tend to 'dip' inward and you will find the inner meeting your head. I don't have a problem with that, but others do. A saving grace is that it can be pitched easily and taken down in high wind.😊

[@breakbystealth]

I camped on king torr last time I was out. we were reading some story's about adders and that has now put the fear of god in her so she is reluctant to return. I think it's gonna cost me a pair of gators for her before she will want to come back.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Lee, I’m not keen on adders, but I don’t see many, perhaps 1 every year. They generally keep clear. 😊 Thanks for watching 👍

[@jim.1991]

do you use a 360 degree cam for the wide angle shots of yourself as your walking, if so are they easy to use and worth the money? TIA

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Jim, thanks for asking 😊 It is a 360 camera, yes 👍 Worth the money, I'm not sure about that - Ideally I would prefer to fly a drone to add to the images, but they are illegal to use on access land within Dartmoor National Park, so I can't. That's why I use the 360 camera. They are simple enough to use and it gets used as my second 'PetraCam' camera as well.

[@shocks123]

So wet tent in the Hilleberg tent bag does it leak or do you use a dry bag?

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Steve, it sits outside the dry bag that everything else is contained in 👍😊

[@michaeldesouza4911]

Hi Shamus, can you recommend a good head torch, my cheapy one finally packed up today 😟

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Michael I can. However, you guessed it it's not cheap... If you watch tonights video (out in a bit) you'll see an introduction to my latest. 👍 I have been to the Petzl HQ in Crolles and seen the R&D in Petzl head torches - Ive issued hundreds to SAR volunteers and had a whole array over 30 years - I have never had a Petzl head torch go wrong. As a starting pint go for around 300 lumens 😊👍🐶

[@michaeldesouza4911]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 great, looking forward the latest video ! I was thinking Petzl so that’s good. Thanks for the guidance.... as always, very much appreciated.

[@petehall9700]

Hi Shamus, Just wondering which Rab down bag you used? I need to upgrade my old ME Helium this winter as it is getting a bit battered but as well as the usual weight/warmth considerations that you think of I am struggling to get an idea of pack size for a lot of the current products that look interesting online. I'm assuming that with your base weight getting nice and low, using a 33L bag and the weather being not great that whatever bag you are using is a good combo of low weight, small pack size and decent comfort rating? Thanks in advance, Pete

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hi Pete, this particular bag isn't available anymore It is the original (not the current) Rab Alpine 600 which had 800 fill power down. It squishes into an 8 litre dry bag and has a comfort rating of -7. I am a cold sleeper, so I have another bag as well (rated to -15) which is a Cumulus Teneqa 850 - this compresses to around 12 litres, that would have been pushing things for this set up though.

[@petehall9700]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 thanks! 12L isn't too bad on the Cumulus Teneqa, will take a look.

[@carbonator8273]

I'm new to camping so please forgive me, what does the base weight include? as I've only ever weighed with everything in an on the bag.

[@balzzers92]

Hello Mr Shamus, may I ask a list of Petra's backpack? I'd really love to backpack with my maremmano in our Etna slopes and you could give wonderful tips. And shall I suggest using a hydrophobic lens protector for Petra's cam? Much love, i really enjoyed the video!

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

Hello Andrea, thank you very much for watching 😊Petra just carries her food, bowl, bed and water for herself, a little over 3kg total weight including the backpack - here's a breakdown of what she carries in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXmTh4l5jaiFesU I have some water dispersing treatment for the lens protectors, I might just give that a go, thank you for the suggestion 👍🐶😊

[@balzzers92]

I just finished to enjoy that video kind sir, so I came back here to edit my comment, but I found a reply already: i do really appreciate 😄 Wish you, and Petra, the best good sir

[@joe_hikes]

Is that area naturally devoid of trees, or has it been deforested over the aegis?

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

My understanding is that 7,000 years ago it would have been wooded, but as we moved into the Bronze Age and people settled , they cleared areas and used timber as a resourcet. Grazing prevents the regrowth, but there are areas that are now being designated for 're-wilding' 😊

[@joe_hikes]

@@outdoorsinspiration9284 7,000 years ago, so much human history there. We have similar areas in the United States. The early settlers to the Appalachian mountains cleared trees for crops and grazing animals.

[@outdoorsinspiration9284]

@@joe_hikes - There are a few Neolithic sites here, but mostly the history (or prehistory) starts at the early Bronze Age when the Beaker Folk came and settled. hey dominated the landscape and are effectively our ancestors. That's when people started to settle and create enclosures and farms around 4,500 years ago... Meanwhile, in Egypt, they were building the Pyramids, while we had stone circles 😂