Solo Wild Camp on Fleetwith Pike - Lake District (plus 5 tips for confidence in solo camping)
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- Опубликовано: 23 июл 2021
- I did my 2nd solo wild camp on Fleetwith Pike in the Lake District, heading up from Honister Slate Mine.
Another amazing experience - I also share some tips on how to gain the confidence to do your own solo wild camp. Let me know if they help!
My Kit list:
Osprey Kite 66 Camping backpack: geni.us/ospreybackpack2
Osprey 2.5L water bladder: geni.us/waterbladder
Vango Helvellyn 200 tent: geni.us/vangotent
Anker Power Bank (small): geni.us/powerbanksmall
Anker Power Bank (large): geni.us/powerbanklarge
Charging lead: geni.us/multichargecable
Rab Sleeping bag: geni.us/rabascent700
Thermarest Neoair X Lite sleep mat: geni.us/thermarestmat
Vango pillow: geni.us/vangopillow
Jetboil (similar to Alpkit Brukit): geni.us/jetboilstove
DJI Osmo Action Camera: geni.us/djiosmocam
Handheld Tripod: geni.us/handtripod
Phone Tripod: geni.us/selfietripod
Wireless camera shutter: geni.us/wirelessshutter
Mini first aid kit: geni.us/minifirstaidkit
Camping cutlery: geni.us/campingcutlery
Camping penknife: geni.us/campingpenknife
Kindle: geni.us/kindlee
Hand Warmers: geni.us/hothandwarmers
Camping mug: geni.us/hikingmug
Headtorch: geni.us/petzlheadtorch
Eye mask: geni.us/eyesleepmask
Ear plugs: geni.us/campingearplugs
Thank you for watching!
You can follow my adventures on instagram @graces__adventures :)
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What a lovely experience. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. You cannot always appreciate the value of these videos for those of us who used to enjoy hiking etc in the Lakes but now medically and sadly I am unable to do so. These excellent videos therefore mean so much.
Thanks so much, really glad you enjoy them!
Hi it Jamie I love video can you get back in touch with me x
You are never alone if you have the friendship of a dog with you. I don't know where I would be now without my four legged friend to keep going. Well done for having the passion to do what you do.
I know it's more then a year ago that you did this tramp (hike), and that you may already know what I'm about to say, and that is have your pack higher on your back, strap the tent on top of your pack. all heavy gear high up in the pack. Do these thing and you are less likely to tire so quickly. Just speaking from years as a guide and bushcraft instructor (50+ years). Enjoyed the video. Cheers from the mountains of NZ 😀😀
Hi, your tips are SPOT ON!!! I've just completed my third solo "wild camp" (8 nights total) and am thinking of heading out on my fourth next weekend. I am STILL terrified to go, but the feelings of terror get tamped down a little more each time I go. I'm in the U.S., Washington State. The first time I can't even tell you how terrifying it was. As I was packing, I just kept telling myself to do just one thing at a time (put the tent in, okay, put the sleeping bag in, okay, . . .) to make it seem more manageable instead of thinking about the whole trip ahead. I told myself to just get in the car and head down and I could always stay at an established campground if I chickened out. Then once I got to the trailhead, I told myself I could still turn around--if I turned around by 2:00 p.m., I could still change my mind . . . and then 2:00 came and went, and I stayed and ended up surviving my first night!! Your tip about hiking somewhere familiar was so great--I did that too. Also, on later trips, I have had an inreach (Garmin) satellite communication/SOS device and that has helped a lot!!!! I have a couple more tips to add: 1--you did this, too, but noting that it really helps to go on a few solo dayhikes first before doing a solo "wild camp" (overnight); 2--you mentioned don't post to social media/great advice. I'd add when you meet other hikers on the trail, especially men, be vague if they ask you about where you're going . . . or you can even lie and say you're meeting up with friends, etc.; 3--this may not be for everybody, but I am super vigilant with my bear spray--I don't take a step without it and I even have it tethered (on paracord) to my wrist at night, which gives me a bit of peace of mind. And on an unrelated note (not to do with going solo), I just took out a urination device and a pee rag for the first time on my last trip and I highly recommend them--it will blow your mind how much easier personal issues become--no more crawling through bushes, getting surprised by passers by, rationing drinking so you won't have to go, or holding it when you really should have gone & no more (or less) packing out toilet paper. Lastly, I still have a challenge for myself on one of these upcoming solo trips--I haven't yet been out of my tent after dark/before light. I really want to get brave enough to get out of the tent and enjoy the night sky. Thanks for sharing--your bolstered my courage and confidence.
i think it would be scarier in USA to wild camp, mainly just the bears and mountain lions, much better mountains and scenery though, and more secluded, im rarely alone on any hill or mini mountain in the uk, even today in a storm with 80mph winds i went up the cheviot, and passed quite a few people.
5:07: “I tend to find that the higher up I am, the safer I feel because I feel less accessible” just as a stranger walks behind you. That was like a trailer for a horror movie.
It is ironic that you climbed high to get away from everyone only to have someone pitch next door to you and to have Tom Cruise flying around.
Thanks for the video, Grace, and for encouraging people to wild camp. It is a lovely video and such good photography.
my thoughts exactly, mad coincidence that
Beautiful scenery! Amazing to camp somewhere where there are no wild animals that can kill you 😜, from a Canadian viewer 🇨🇦
Hello from New Zealand, as a bush guide, when people want to go solo and are nervous, I prepare them by taking them bush with a 2 way radio. I give them 30 minutes start, this means that they are on their own but I am behind as back up. A bit different from what you're doing as we are in dense bush. a friendly tip from me. If you put the tent on top of your pack and keep the pack as close to your back as possible it will make it easier. ( all heavy gear to the top of the pack ) When you are climbing loosen the shoulder straps and the weight goes onto your hips, when you are coming down loosen off the hip belt and the weight will go on to your shoulders and save your knees. Hope I don't sound to 'School marmish'. Like your videos.
Hilarious timing from that guy walking by just as you said you felt less accessible 😂
Haha I did actually know him but yeah funny timing 😂
Yeahhhh ! 😂 „Don‘t tell anyone! It’s dangerous!!“ tadaaaa ! Hello Hello young lady !! Here I am !! The bad guy …..
I screamed at the phone 😂
Then someone pitches a tent right next door lol
How cute is your dog when the paragliders start!! Love your videos 🤩
Haha he was going crazy I had to cut the sound of the barking out 😂 thanks so much x
Confidence shining through now Grace and it's great to see ☺️
Brilliant video. Looking forward to sharing your journey with you ☺️
You've captured Fleetwith Pike so beautifully, absolutely loved watching what you got up to!
I admire your courageous heart. You go, girl!
Just came across this vid randomly, can't believe I've not seen your channel before, subbed! Great to see a fellow female wild camper 😁
ATB 👧&🐕
Grace! Inspired by your channel I just did my first mountain last week, The Cobbler! It was amazing and since I followed all your tips I felt super (maybe a bit over) prepaired! Keep up the good work!
Fantastic video, Grace. 🙌💜
You're amazing!! Great video, beautiful views, i love your energy and smile. Well done Grace!
Nice video. Great that you shared such good advice about sharing location, and tips to keep you safe, particularly for Females who would otherwise miss out on a wonderful pastime. Great idea to take the Bertie along too, bet he loved every minute of it. My last dog (17 years a soul mate) used to love camping with me. You now have an extra subscriber.
Thanks for giving me the inspiration to try solo camping. Something I’ve allways wanted to try but never had the balls.
Really enjoy your videos Grace, keep exploring & living life to the max 👌
What a lovely place with great views. Good work
How cool that you were there so close to tom cruise!! Awesome!
So here's my experience:
Me and my bf were supposed to meet in my city, (him flying from another continent after over a year if waiting with pandemic) for my birthday where we would have had a holiday and and we would go wild camping in dartmoor!!!
Ling story short, he let me down and couldn't come at the last min, we broke up and I just decided I'm going on this solo hike alone!
I decided I wasn't going to let myself sit at home after preparing for so long for this on my birthday.
So I went to a place I didn't know before! Never trained for it, and it was for a week long hike! Not just a day!
It was the adventure of my life!
Bitter sweet but I still really enjoyed it at the end!
Now I want to do it all the time!
Lovely video Grace. As a father of three daughters who loves to wild camp (me) I thought your tips were very good for when hopefully I can encourage them to join me and eventually be brave enough to try it solo for themselves.
Great work
What a beautiful place the lake district is, I love it there! 💚✌
Stunning scenery, thank you for bringing us along to share the experience. Bertie looked like he had a great time too!
Thanks so much Jane 😊
@@GracesAdventures you’re welcome ☺️
Cute dog and owner, 😊very good advice to grace. Go out and enjoy but always be aware and safety is number 1. Keep up the excellent contents grace. It’s good to see a new starter making videos,
Another great clip Grace. Loved it 😊
Simply inspiring! really making me think about doing hiking or wandering. Good videos and keep doing what you do!
Well done! A super VLOG and great images of the sunset. Keep 'em coming!
Thanks so much 😊
Sunset over buttermere from the top of fleetwith pike. What a great spot to wild camp. Thank you for sharing!
Great video pal! Really enjoyed watching some of your videos today! It truly is a sad day if you're feeling unsafe to post your plans for fear of some people. Hope you're always safe and keep enjoying our beautiful UK!
Such a lovely calming video. And an amazing camp spot 😍
Only recently stumbled across your channel but I’ve been watching through the videos. Enjoyed them all, very inspiring to get out there and do what you love. Keep it up, looking forward to the next one 👍
Thanks Barry, appreciate it!
Love your videos! Beautiful scenery and great tips
Thank you for that Grace, wonderful stuff & what amazing views.
Cheers Barry!
Absolutely breathtaking view outdoors 👌
Enjoyed the video Grace, good stuff!
A favorite view of mine is looking down Buttermere. I had a sore fall when running a fell race as I was admiring the view. Enjoy your videos, keep them coming.
Incredible isn’t it. Thank you!
Amazing location and amazing video! Love wild camping, most therapeutic thing there is and all worth it for the stunning locations. Keep going with these amazing videos!
Well done Grace
You’re a very courageous young woman … well done - kudos to Berti too. Enjoy your videos very much … I really miss hiking around your country especially the Peaks and Lakes District … stay safe … Happy Trails!
Have fun Grace!
I love the beautiful views and edits on your videos, it has really inspired me to get back to the Lake District! Love your cute doggie too
Thanks Jan 😊😊
Go ghirl, good for you. Solo camping in the wild is on my bucket list and can’t wait to get my first one under my belt.
Absolutely beautiful. Thank you
Missing the lakes so much right now, because of work I’m not back till Christmas holidays but watching videos on here keeps me going. 👍
Just found this and thank you really enjoyed it and you remind me of my daughter so that made it even better again thank you so much for this and sending your dog a cuddle 😊❤
I went to Fleetwith Pike for my very first night camping. Actually, I was inspired to do that after watching you first solo camping video. So thank you for that! The sunset was amazing! Loved the night sky, which in fact wasn't THAT clear, even though it wasn't cloudy (probably clearer in winter because of Sun movement). Overall, such a wondeful experience! :)
Great scenery and your tips for solo camping were excellent
Amazing video!!! 💕
Great videos Grace - very motivational!
Great video Grace! The dog's reaction to the paragliders is priceless haha. Happy hiking:-)
One of the best video I have ever watched on RUclips..
Another great video and some great tips 👍
These videos are inspiring me to get out and do more in the UK, who knew the beauty we have on our doorsteps! Thanks for sharing Grace, really building everyone’s confidence for that first wild camp 😁
Thanks so much Craig glad to hear that!
Craig, you do need to bear in mind that much of the "beauty" we have on our doorstep is actually owned by someone.......and that the Lake District National Park Authority regulations forbid wild camping without the express permission of the landowner.
Yeah…. Thanks for all these vids I’m doing my first solo when my daughter and wife are off to see Calvin Harris… ( free nights are rare ) so all your tips are really good for me. I do some crappy wee vids myself running in the hills and getting lost on scafel pike.. ( mcnivs runs) maybe you could check it out and give me some editing tips…. 😆
Can’t wait for my solo, fingers crossed for good weather.
Plus…… all these comments above not one have mentioned how smoking hot you are …… apologies no harm meant but had to be said. 🙏
Brilliant and fab tips for solo camping. Thanks for sharing xx ❤️
Thanks Tracy 😊
Superb spot, probably my favorite viewpoint in the Lakes. Cheers.
I smiled and said awwww out loud when you reached the summet and picked your friend up, priceless ;0)
Amazing just found your channel, loved it. Happy hiking cant wait to watch more. PS love the dog on the trail and your tips for solo. I love solo hiking and completely agree with your tips
I was out for my first solo wild camp Monday night! Blown away. Ogwen Valley will always make me smile . I need to explore the lakes a little more. I've only ever done helvellyn
Amazing video!
Awesome video Grace 👍🏻
A perfect place to wild camp
Beautiful
Great video
👏👏👏
Beautiful views! Thanks for sharing. 😊
This is a great vid very inspirational !
Great video, with some good tips for solo camping. And you seem very apt for someone calling them self a novice, great gear selection and whatnot 😊
Awesome, love your Vlogs. Looks awesome, I love the lakes, simply stunning.
Thank you 😊 beautiful place!
Love your videos Grace, really inspire me to get out there! Keep it up! Also Bertie is so cute!
Dogs like, OK mum you can take me home now 🤣
Congrats on a great camp. 👍
Brilliant video. Thanks for sharing
Excellent tip about not publicly sharing until you've left. So many people share 'live'. Lovely video, Grace. G. 👍⛺
Amazing video. Thanks for posting
Brilliant sunset 👍 great video
Amazing and beautiful, thx for sharing
Bertie looked like she enjoyed it too. Give her a big hug from me.
Awesome video, thank you 😊
i give all the congratulations possible. i personally could not do that in that heat. i used to love wild camping in early winter. the prospect of waking up in the morning with snow on the ground and the lack of people always appealed. the downside was being high in the cold for long periods of time due to short days. 30deg plus though, you did well, i would have melted.
Awesome video Grace 👍
This was beautiful.. great content as always keep up the great work 🙂
Thanks 😊
Just brilliant 😁,I always take at least one of my dog's with me when I go camping,I've even spent many a night with three dogs in the tent with me ⛺..I live in the Lake District & Fleetwith Pike was actually the 1st mountain I ever summited..when the weather is good it's a stunning area that's for sure ⛰️
They’re great company arent they! That’s awesome lucky you. Thanks for watching 😊
Camped in almost same spot lot quieter in the week . Best views ever
Stunning
I love your outdoor activities. Keep safe always
Great stuff... Makes me wanna get out there.
Great video Grace, really enjoyed it :)
Lovely video and, very sound advice.
I enjoyed watching 👌🏻👍🏻
Just to offer some balance, there is more to think about than which of Grace's affiliate links to click (and a reference to a good book wouldn't come amiss). In particular there needs to be a conscious choice to defy the Lake District National Park statement...Wild camping is not permitted anywhere in the Lake District without prior permission from the landowner. As the National Park Authority we do not have the power to allow camping on private land and we do not permit camping on the small amount of land that we own...the landowners or their representatives have the legal right to order you to break camp and move on.
Hello to Doggo as well 💕
That place is busy, but at least you had a fly past.
Great on the safety tips, especially sharing a live location.
Thanks for sharing your experience.
Amazing 😍
I just watched to your the dog in the dog pouch! ha ha. Seriously though, great vid Grace and top tips for Solo camping. It is never good when somebody camps next to you on a huge mountain is it!!
Video so well put together... hope you do more...
Great vid. Shine bright.
Went there 10 months ago, amazing views and couldn't believe how easily accessible it was! Going to Sheffield Pike soon, would recommend for a wild camp spot with good views.
Love Fleetwith as is short enough with all the additional weight for wildcamping & the views are unbelievable 👌
Great info on security & informative. Yeah...always have some wine for warmth.!! I'm a new subscriber & definitely will be getting more tips from you. Cheers mate. A new fan from Christmas Island.
Your face when you saw the sunrise is what it's all about! 😁 You really can't beat that feeling!!! Great video and it's a sub from me 👍
Great video, love the guard dog
Awesome video
Enjoyed the video ..some great tips....One day...yes one day I'm gonna get out there in my tent..!
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Smashing hike and well filmed.
Excellent tips Grace. I haven't wild camped yet, but am keen to try it. Last tip - vital 😆
Thank you! Haha yes - necessity!