Exciting opening scene there Shamus - Petra is certainly a good working dog on the hills and great fun. I have to say I enjoyed the camp and I admire your knowledge. Clouds is one thing I've been endeavoring to understand. Interesting stuff! Now as you say it's about informing people so that they know next time. No need for ego just impart the information with the highest intentions in mind. So, about High Willhays. It's not the highest point in Southern England (said pragmatically). That record belongs to the Black Hill or Cats Back in sunny old Herefordshire at 640 meters (Black Mountains). I've been planning a camp there so will share it with you shortly. High Willhays is the highest point South of the Brecon Beacons though. Any way, loving your content and learning lots. Mark
Blimey... I did't know that, thank you - I suppose I've always just trotted out the line that many other do 👍 Thanks again for watching, Mark, your comments are always welcomed 😊
Hi Shamus. Really enjoyed that. I'm old enough to have been taught that a mountain in England is a hill over 2000 feet above seal level as opposed to 600 metres. 🤣 Having just checked that converts to 609 metres above seal level. It's all in the eye of the beholder of course. Some much lower ground can feel mountaineous; and some higher ground doesn't. All that really matters is the pleasure and challenge we get from days and nights 'out there'. Yours is a great channel and much appreciated by me. Thank you.
Absolutely fantastic channel mate. From a fellow ex squaddie 22 years British army special forces. I run bushcraft courses for the Eden project staff and I am quite partial to wild camping. rain wind winter.....Bring it on. Proves to us we are alive and at one with nature. Great channel mate. Keep up the great work.
Just been rewatching some of your wildcamp videos. Really great. Camped up on the other side of the valley a week back - fantastic views over to Black Tor and beyond. Think I might go for Beardown Man next time out. ATB
Hi Shamus I hope you and Petra are well , I came across your channel last November and have watched all of your videos and have enjoyed all of them . I was just wondering have you stopped making the videos as you haven’t uploaded any for some time . That would be a shame as I think your channel is one of the best on you tube . I did plan on a night out this year , but I want to invest in a hilleberg tent first as the winds can get pretty rough . Hopefully you will be back on RUclips soon . Regards Steve
Another fab vid 😬 Now I know all about rain lol..........Tiz bledy wet thats all I know. Thanks for the shout out and I'm glad you like my vids 😬 Thanks for sharing ATB Mike StayCornish😬
Hi shamus Angus Petraeus thank you very much for a very interesting fun video beautiful country scenery I I'm from East Coast Scotland a fishing village stay safe peace love love your videos 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Wow! Really bizarre and unique woodlands at the end. The Petra-cam view of the two black triangle ears bobbing about on the move make me chuckle too. ATB 👍 as others have said, much more edifying than 90% of the trash on TV.
Thank you 😊 much appreciated 👍 and yes the wood is one of three on Dartmoor - They differ because they are stunted English Oak, growing amid the rocks.
Thank you, Stevie - dogs and Hilleberg aplenty on this channel - I have one just like your red one too 😂 All the best and I've just subbed you - thank you 😊👍🐶
Great video, very windy, but to be expected on a Mountain. I was Wild Camping at the Okement River near to the Meldon Reservoir early this October. Nice to see you with your son, enjoying quality time. Back now to the Peak District area where I live near to.
Thank you 😊 The West Okement is a lovely area isn’t it. I’ve relocated to the Brecon Beacons, so I’m looking forward to proving some ‘Welsh’ content in the new year. 👍😊🐶
Thanks for watching. I did do a week long course as a met office observer back in the sun and distant past. I probably rattled on about clouds to remind myself 😂
You remind me of my husband he is also full of interesting facts. I could feel the downpour and cold with you and lovely son. Smart and beautiful dog.👍
Hi Shamus. Great to see a father and son wildcamp. Great video and nice simple explanations of the basic cloud types. I’ve been in a few CB’s in my time that I wish I’d flown around! 😂 I tried to find a sheltered pitch up on Black Tor after visiting the B24 crash site last year but to no avail. So having walked all the way up there it was back down to the river again for a much more comfortable night. I also walked through Black-a-Tor Copse and was totally disgusted at seeing exactly the same problem as over at Bellever. An absolute total disregard by certain members of the public who come up on to the moor and have illegal fires. There were numerous fire pits and scorched areas but the most upsetting thing was seeing the damage caused in the ancient woodland where limbs had been hacked off the beautiful oaks for firewood!!!! 🤬 Anyway, tell Angus he gets a thumbs up from me for having a Jetboil! Captivating to watch as always. ATVB Graham
Thank you again, Graham 😊 I love cloud watching. There are a few pitches on Black Tor - but sometimes you have to search a bit to see how they will work for you in the prevailing conditions 👍🐶
Yes, Shamus, that did pop into my mind as I watched the video. I should be over at Fordsland Ledge in a few weeks' time so I might get to view it then if the mist doesn't arrive!
Hi Shamus and Petra. Superbly filmed and presented video. Always harder to do in rough weather! Loved the Petra Cam and music selection to back it up! Really appreciate the shout too. Great that you are getting out so much and posting great content. Looking forward to your Thursday Nights presentation too...
Another great information video.All I knew about clouds and rain before was.There were big ones little ones,black ones and white ones,and rain was wet.😄
Excellent and informative bit of filming of you're exploits on Dartmoor as usual Shamus. I'll be thinking of fluffy Nimbus Cumulous clouds when I get home to bed after my night shift...haha. ATB, Mark :)
Awesome video as always Shamus. love watching the content you make. Petra being a true star of the show again enjoy seeing her so much. thanks again and all the best to you all :)
Hi Shamus, Another great video. Thanks for taking the time to include all the extra details, such as info on the clouds, flora, Tors etc. It's very informative and adds a lot to videos. Very enjoyable. All the best, John.
I always wondered whether High Wilhays counted as a mountain, so it seems like it does :) Great video, I remember walking through black a tor copse on my first Dartmoor Hike + Wildcamp and thinking it would be a great place to do a hammock camp, thankfully I read up about the spot when I got home and realized that would not be appropriate, it is a lovely place to sit and contemplate though.
Hi Geraint. I normally have freeze dried meals and really enjoy them. The flavour is usually very good. You have hit the nail on the head - it's my intention to make one of my Thursday night Outdoors Inspiration / Outdoor Essentials videos dedicated to this in the next few weeks. 👍👍👍
Great content again Samus, I have camped at sandy ford just upstream from the copse, but I may give Black Tor a go sometime having watched this. Glad to see you tried to educate on the proper use of the Moor, this channel can only help towards this also, nice work 👍
Hi Shamus, We’re fairly new subscribers to your channel and are both loving working our way through your videos. We have recently started wild camping on Dartmoor and have enjoyed an overnight camp on Oke Tor and another on Shelstone Tor. At present we have an MSR Elixir 2 tent but are considering upgrading to something with a bit more room and a tent that will cope with wind and rain on top of the Dartmoor Tors and Brecons. The Hilleberg Nallo 3 seems to tick most of the boxes but I noticed you have the Anjan 2 and just wondered how you are finding the yellow label Hilleberg compared to the red label ones? Your thoughts and comments would be much appreciated. Kind regards, Trudy & Pete
Hi Trudy & Pete. The yellow label tents are very capable & can take a fair bit of weather. I choose an Anjan because it is spacious, light and squishes down to a small volume - this suits my personal needs as I carry a two person tent to accommodate Petra 🐶 as well. I think your preference toward the Nallo is a sound choice, I’ve had two of these and they are certainly very capable and versatile, consequently a little heavier and with more ‘bulk’ - but I assume you will share the load between the two of you. I’ll be firing up a few more videos later this year (now living in the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) - I’ve added an Allak 2 to my collection of shelters, I’m looking forward to the space it provides - have a look at that online, it’s very spacious. Good luck with your wild camp outings 👍🐶😊
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Hi Shamus, thank you so much for your helpful reply. Look forward to more of your wonderful videos and hope to catch you out on the Brecon trails sometime 🥾 ⛺️
Brilliant Chris - As you can see, it takes a bit of weather with no problems. Did you know the Anjan footprint doesn't cover the vestibule, which is a bit of a shame? Thanks for watching, much appreciated 😊
Outdoors Inspiration it was between the Anjan and the niak and the extra space in the vestibule swung it for me, yes I did know that, I guess it’s to cut down on weight and as the fly fleet doesn’t go to the floor it would pool water on it easily ?
Hi Jon, I used to guide and teach navigation - under the current covid situation I don't socialise (for prolonged periods) with anyone unless I know them well enough, and then only when there is good reason to 😊. When this whole thing is under control, remind me of this discussion and I would gladly accompany you 😊👍🐶
So pleased i found your videos today,, I was an avid Dartmoor walker for many years but now at 57 and suffering with osteo arthritis saddly im only able to do the simple walks now,, Love Petra, she is adorable and so well trained, About Yes Tor do you have any idea what the door is for, in the tor, this has perplexed me for many years. Hope you have an answer haha... Thank you for these fantastic videos of a place i hold dear to my heart, x
I was dartmoor not to long ago and wish I had gone to these locations, always next time! A video explaining your background and experience I think would be fascinating 😁
This is an American thing only I believe but seeing Petra on the peak of the mountain standing so proud reminded me of an old TV series I watched as a kid in the late 50’s called “The Adventures of RinTinTin.” That was the German Shepherd--so wonderful. Petra will always remind me of that sweet memory now.💖
Thank you Felicity 😊 No I didn't use a map, but I am familiar with the area and had enough visibility to make out contours and features. If I don't know where I am, then yes the map and compass is straight out 👍👍👍
I’ll be making a wild camping trip to Dartmoor in the next month, the cover on your fuel canister I assume is to help it retain efficiency of fuel burning in the cold? Love the channel, and Perta is great!
Excellent video...glad to see you remind us all about the value of the rules. Camped out midweek on Shelstone and must plan on a visit to the opposite side now to view the slipper stones after this. What made you decide on the Anjan 2 instead of the Soulo? Cheers.
Oooh, I love Shelstone Tor, I really do - a great spot 👍 I think if the wind was forecast at 40 mph then the Soulo would be the right tool for the job. The Anjan copes with bad weather as well and is very spacious for Petra and I. It's also lighter and has a smaller pack size.
Could I ask that at the start of your vids you show on a MAP where you going and leaving from, it would put into perspective Dart Moor and the surrounding area...thank you.
Hi Spike - the only mapping I currently use is ordnance survey based. I know others share it but technically there is an issue of copyright - all OS mapping is crown copyright and should be reproduced. However I do like the idea (very much) - I would probably look for another mapping source to achieve this - bear with me and I'll do my best - A great idea, thank you 😊👍🐶
Great video. Some really interesting facts about the geology of the moor and clouds. I never knew the moor was covered by such a thick layer of sandstone in the past. Presumably High Willhays was Much Higher Willhays back then. On another note, what’s your tip for levelling out a camping mat on sloping ground? Do you wedge stuff under the lower side? I always try to find as flat a pitch as possible but even on Dartmoor that can be surprisingly hard. All the best.
Hello, thanks for commenting - Much Higher Willhays 😂 WRT mats, to be honest I try and find the most even ground when I'm picking my pitch. The main problem is that a) the mat slides or b) you slide off the mat. I've but some faint lines of silicon sealant across the base of one of my mats that, in theory, should stop it from slipping - in reality it just collects dog hair and grime 😂 In respect of slipping off a mat, some mats seem more prone than others - I find myself slipping off my Therm-a-rest Prolite if it's on uneven ground, but less so on a NeoAir XTherm. I have tried wedging my rucksack under the side of a pad in the past but really I just look for a flat pitch. If there is an incline then I face the tent so that my head is higher. That's my view, I'm sure others have their ways 😊👍
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Yes. With you on the silicone thing - ends up bonded to all sorts of detritus. I try to log any potential good camp spots as POIs as I'm out walking and return to them to camp on other days. I'll keep with the wedging strategy,
Hi Shamus, another great video. I spotted this video when doing research on the Anjan 2 and see some good comments from you. Do you use a footprint? I am wondering if it is necessary as extra weight? Many thanks Nick
Interesting about what’s classed as a mountain in England.. I wonder if hiking up those tors count towards QMDs. Do you find much rain enters the vestibule/inner tent with the door open?
Hi Craig - your 'quality' mountain days will be defined in your logbook. To an extent some days like this would be taken into consideration if there was a navigation, leadership or overnight aspect. But in reality I think your assessors would be looking for 'mountainous areas' Lakes, North Wales, Scotland etc. WRT the rain, it all depends on the wind direction, on this occasion it was absolutely fine as you can see in the video. All the very best 😊👍😊
Thank you, Mark 😊 It doesn't feel right to be out without a dog. Petra carries her overnight things in the pack here's a video where I go through the contents of the pack 👍 ruclips.net/video/CH0VVCXCRDc/видео.html
Hi Shamus, thanks for the videos you are putting together and the informative content. I am in the process of buying a new tent and i wanted to ask you a few questions seeing that you have three of the four tents i am considering! I think the Hilleberg soulo is a bomb proof all year tent but the price tag/availabilty are an issue for me. I wanted to know more about what you think of the Anjan 2 compared with the Akto. Have you had difficulties with condensation in the Akto? Have you experience difficulties with the Anjan 2 in rain and wind, especially from the point of view of rain being blown in under the raised sides of the tent? I love the size and weight of the Anjan 2 but im concerned about the sides being raised from the ground and i wonder would it be far too drafty in windy conditions? Sorry for all the questions but i feel like you can answer these well because you have etensive use of all three. Thanks Richard
Hi Richard - Im sure you've seen these videos with the Anjan: ruclips.net/video/KO3U1MLp6DY/видео.html ruclips.net/video/WmRkgLmvP3Y/видео.html So far the elevated cut has caused no damp issues at all with the Anjan 2 for me. Bear in mind it is a lighter textile, Kerlon 1000, than the Akto and has a mesh only inner door. None of these have caused me any concerns. I want a few more nights in torrential conditions before coming up with a conclusion. The Anjan 2 is massive compared to the Akto - given the choice between the two, I would personally go with the Anjan 2 all day long - I still use the Akto because I make videos and it provides varied content 👍 However, I have had an Akto since 2008 I think... They are dependable, simple to pitch and have a huge vestibule (so does the Anjan). It does condensate but, in my view, no more than any other tent - I'm often camped in cold, wet fog where the air is nearly or actually at 100% humidity - and I usually have a soaking dog in with me as well - so anything is going to condensate. The Akto has good ventilation and I leave it wide open almost all of the time. I have also had a Nallo 2 and a Jannu - between these, the Anjan 2, the Soulo and the Akto - I would have the Anjan 2 all day every day ... But that''s me, with where I go and what I do, things may be different for you. 😊 I hope that's helpful 👍
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Thanks for the reply. Yes ive watched both of those videos, im just being extra cautious before i invest in a Hilleberg. I am leaning more towards the Anjan 2 myself because it is lightweight and massive inside, therefore plenty of room for my and my Hungarian Vizsla 'Kola'. Previously ive been using a Terra Nova Pioneer 2 tent which has been pretty good however the pole design through the spine of the tent is a little bit fragile and actually snapped on me while pitching. The Soulo and the Akto look like fantastic tents but for me I want the space of the Anjan. Thanks again! Look forward to more videos from you in the future. Cheers!
Currently, for Dartmoor, wild camping is not permitted at all because of the England lockdown. Elsewhere, you should follow the guidelines of the authority / land owner. Ordinarily the bylaws (in respect of camping) for Dartmoor are: No person shall knowingly use any vehicle, including a caravan or any structure other than a tent for the purpose of camping on the access land or land set out for the use or parking of vehicles except on any area which may be set apart and indicated by notice as a place where such camping is permitted. No person shall knowingly erect a tent on the access land for the purpose of camping: (a) in any area listed in Schedule 2 to these byelaws; (b)within 100 metres of any public road or in any enclosure. No person shall camp in a tent on the same site on the access land for more than two consecutive nights, except on any area which may be set apart and indicated by notice as a place where such camping is permitted. In respect of fires: No person shall light a fire on the access land, or place or throw or let fall a lighted match or any other thing so as to be likely to cause a fire. This byelaw shall not prevent the lighting or use in such a manner as not to cause danger of or damage by fire of a properly constructed camping stove or cooker.
Can I ask what jacket is Angus wearing? I’m looking for a vivid coloured wind/rainproof/highly breathable jacket for cycling and hiking. Cheers (love the vids btw!!)
William tell and Petra!😆😆 perfect!
Hehe 😂🐶😂🐶
Exciting opening scene there Shamus - Petra is certainly a good working dog on the hills and great fun. I have to say I enjoyed the camp and I admire your knowledge. Clouds is one thing I've been endeavoring to understand. Interesting stuff! Now as you say it's about informing people so that they know next time. No need for ego just impart the information with the highest intentions in mind. So, about High Willhays. It's not the highest point in Southern England (said pragmatically). That record belongs to the Black Hill or Cats Back in sunny old Herefordshire at 640 meters (Black Mountains). I've been planning a camp there so will share it with you shortly. High Willhays is the highest point South of the Brecon Beacons though. Any way, loving your content and learning lots. Mark
Blimey... I did't know that, thank you - I suppose I've always just trotted out the line that many other do 👍 Thanks again for watching, Mark, your comments are always welcomed 😊
Hi Shamus. Really enjoyed that. I'm old enough to have been taught that a mountain in England is a hill over 2000 feet above seal level as opposed to 600 metres. 🤣 Having just checked that converts to 609 metres above seal level. It's all in the eye of the beholder of course. Some much lower ground can feel mountaineous; and some higher ground doesn't. All that really matters is the pleasure and challenge we get from days and nights 'out there'. Yours is a great channel and much appreciated by me. Thank you.
Absolutely fantastic channel mate. From a fellow ex squaddie 22 years British army special forces. I run bushcraft courses for the Eden project staff and I am quite partial to wild camping. rain wind winter.....Bring it on. Proves to us we are alive and at one with nature. Great channel mate. Keep up the great work.
Great video Shamus. Petra couldn't wait to get in that tent...- she's not daft!!
Hi Maurice, its often the way -Vooooom she's in the tent like a shot 😂🐶😂
Another lovely Video much better than the TV
Tonight, I would agree 😂 - The news is a bit dreary - But at least this channel is upbeat 👍😊👍 Thank you 😊
Beautiful Petra 🤗
Thank you - and Petra says woof 🐶😊🐶😊
Just been rewatching some of your wildcamp videos. Really great. Camped up on the other side of the valley a week back - fantastic views over to Black Tor and beyond. Think I might go for Beardown Man next time out. ATB
That is one happy dog!
She always is, she's an absolute delight 🐶
Hi Shamus I hope you and Petra are well , I came across your channel last November and have watched all of your videos and have enjoyed all of them . I was just wondering have you stopped making the videos as you haven’t uploaded any for some time . That would be a shame as I think your channel is one of the best on you tube . I did plan on a night out this year , but I want to invest in a hilleberg tent first as the winds can get pretty rough . Hopefully you will be back on RUclips soon . Regards Steve
Another fab vid 😬
Now I know all about rain lol..........Tiz bledy wet thats all I know.
Thanks for the shout out and I'm glad you like my vids 😬
Thanks for sharing
ATB Mike
StayCornish😬
Aye aye, buddy - CreamOnFirst 😂
Hi shamus Angus Petraeus thank you very much for a very interesting fun video beautiful country scenery I I'm from East Coast Scotland a fishing village stay safe peace love love your videos 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Wow! Really bizarre and unique woodlands at the end. The Petra-cam view of the two black triangle ears bobbing about on the move make me chuckle too. ATB 👍 as others have said, much more edifying than 90% of the trash on TV.
Thank you 😊 much appreciated 👍 and yes the wood is one of three on Dartmoor - They differ because they are stunted English Oak, growing amid the rocks.
nice video again, better that rain than our snow storms I guarantee you this! You don"t have much trees...where I live we don't have much plains! lol
Nice one Shamus, great quality video x
Hi Dawn. I hope all is good with you... and thank you 😊 🙏
Good stuff, a hilleberg and a dog ..a man after my own heart (subbed) ..cheers Stevie
Thank you, Stevie - dogs and Hilleberg aplenty on this channel - I have one just like your red one too 😂 All the best and I've just subbed you - thank you 😊👍🐶
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Ah cheers, i'll look forward to keeping up with your adventures ..P.S i have a Munro bagging Collie lol
@@ootnboots - I shall watch some tomorrow - I love collies, I had two. My SARDA Search dog was a collie, a very special dog who I miss.
Nice video mate, so funny with the Petra cam and the music
Thank you, I do enjoy including a 'Petra eye' view as much as I can 😊😂🐶
Proper dog!, needs her own channel 👍
Woof 🐶 Petra agrees 👍👍👍
Love the dog cam!
Thank you 👍🐶😊
My first wild camping exerience on Dartmoor was at Black Tor. There was 5 seperate groups of people camping in the copse lol
Great video, very windy, but to be expected on a Mountain. I was Wild Camping at the Okement River near to the Meldon Reservoir early this October. Nice to see you with your son, enjoying quality time. Back now to the Peak District area where I live near to.
Thank you 😊 The West Okement is a lovely area isn’t it. I’ve relocated to the Brecon Beacons, so I’m looking forward to proving some ‘Welsh’ content in the new year. 👍😊🐶
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Looking forward to seeing some serious mountain videos. Stay Safe!
Really nice to see you spending time with the boy. And Petra is a lovely dog
hi shamus just a armchair wild camper but the are so relaxing many thanks. phil
I know your not putting out vids, so bad to visit an old one, and get again learn something new. Cloud formations. Cheers, and hope your keeping well.
Predictive text, but hopefully makes sense. Cheers.
Thanks for watching. I did do a week long course as a met office observer back in the sun and distant past. I probably rattled on about clouds to remind myself 😂
Loved this, especially the ‘Charge of the Light brigade’!
Thanks John - It was William Tell - The Lone Ranger 😂🐶🐶😂
Really good part of Dartmoor camp on yestor
Nice one, Stephen, thanks for that 👍😊👍
Another great video. As ever some interesting facts and a great spot for a wild camp!
Thanks for the video and inspiration. Cheers Kev
Hi Kev - Thank you fro watching, much appreciated 👍😊👍
Another goodn!! Loving the facts about clouds, allways wanted to get my head round that.
Thanks for watching 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed it 👍🐶
I have just found your channel to day and I watched all your videos today and really enjoyed them thank you very much
Thanks for that, Jace .. more to come 👍👍👍
You remind me of my husband he is also full of interesting facts. I could feel the downpour and cold with you and lovely son. Smart and beautiful dog.👍
Thank you Marina 😊👍🐶
Another brilliant video, thank you so much
That’s very kind, Janet. thank you 😊
Nothing but respect sir 👏👏👏
Evening, Andrew. thank you 😊 you're a gent 🐶🐶🐶
Hi Shamus. Great to see a father and son wildcamp. Great video and nice simple explanations of the basic cloud types. I’ve been in a few CB’s in my time that I wish I’d flown around! 😂 I tried to find a sheltered pitch up on Black Tor after visiting the B24 crash site last year but to no avail. So having walked all the way up there it was back down to the river again for a much more comfortable night. I also walked through Black-a-Tor Copse and was totally disgusted at seeing exactly the same problem as over at Bellever. An absolute total disregard by certain members of the public who come up on to the moor and have illegal fires. There were numerous fire pits and scorched areas but the most upsetting thing was seeing the damage caused in the ancient woodland where limbs had been hacked off the beautiful oaks for firewood!!!! 🤬 Anyway, tell Angus he gets a thumbs up from me for having a Jetboil! Captivating to watch as always. ATVB Graham
Thank you again, Graham 😊 I love cloud watching. There are a few pitches on Black Tor - but sometimes you have to search a bit to see how they will work for you in the prevailing conditions 👍🐶
Great video guys, and I do not envy you camping in that weather! ATB Max.
Hi Max, Thank you for watching. I thought you might like this one 👍 Did you notice the landslip on the Slipper Stones Side?
Yes, Shamus, that did pop into my mind as I watched the video. I should be over at Fordsland Ledge in a few weeks' time so I might get to view it then if the mist doesn't arrive!
Great video. Hope ur well not seen any videos for a while so hope all is ok.
Hi Shamus and Petra. Superbly filmed and presented video. Always harder to do in rough weather! Loved the Petra Cam and music selection to back it up! Really appreciate the shout too. Great that you are getting out so much and posting great content. Looking forward to your Thursday Nights presentation too...
Hi Tom and thank you 😊 Speaking of weather, I'm looking for a break in it to film for Thursday night 😂 - Thanks again 👍
Subbed! Love Petra cam haha
Another great information video.All I knew about clouds and rain before was.There were big ones little ones,black ones and white ones,and rain was wet.😄
Evening, Keith, I wish the met office knew that - the forecast said light wind and less than 5% chance of precipitation 😂 Thanks for watching 😊
Excellent and informative bit of filming of you're exploits on Dartmoor as usual Shamus. I'll be thinking of fluffy Nimbus Cumulous clouds when I get home to bed after my night shift...haha. ATB, Mark :)
Haha 😂 sweet dream, Mark 👍 Thank you 😊
Good vid 👍 enjoy the educational bits
Thank you, Steve. Much appreciated 😊👍
Yet again great video, even my wife stopped watching corrie to watch the petra-cam footage..... looking forward to Thursday.
Haha 😂 that’s brilliant, best feedback ever 👍 thank you and woof to your wife from Petra 🐾🐕🐾
wicked channel ... many thanks.
Thanks Paul - 😊🐶👍
Love how you described your interaction with the ‘mistaken/misguided’ wild campers. 👍
Thanks Bryan 😊 I guessed that confrontation would have just entrenched attitudes 👍
Entertaining, educational and informative. Ohh and petra cam. The recipe for a most enjoyable watch. Thankyou. Ian
Thank you, Ian. I really do appreciate that 😊 as does Petra 🐶
Awesome video as always Shamus. love watching the content you make. Petra being a true star of the show again enjoy seeing her so much. thanks again and all the best to you all :)
Hi Nigel, thank you very much 😊🐶😊 Petra almost seems to enjoy her stardom 😂
Stunning woods Shamus got to pass on the knowledge 👍
Hi Paul - It's a very special place 😊👍🐶
Great, informative videos :)
Thank you 😊That's very much appreciated 👍
Hi Shamus, Another great video. Thanks for taking the time to include all the extra details, such as info on the clouds, flora, Tors etc. It's very informative and adds a lot to videos. Very enjoyable. All the best, John.
Thank you John, I really do appreciate your comments 😊👍
The protected woods are so beautiful. Thank you for another lovely adventure!
This one certainly is 👍
Another great video really enjoyed that and learned a lot too. I love Petra cam hehe. Thankyou look forward to the next one 👍
Thank you so much 😊 It’s really comforting to know you enjoy the channel and the videos - thank you 🙏🏻
As always another cracking video, cheers 👍🏻
Hi Shane 👍 Thank you 😊
Enjoying the channel. Keep up the good work.
Thank you David, much appreciated 😊
I always wondered whether High Wilhays counted as a mountain, so it seems like it does :) Great video, I remember walking through black a tor copse on my first Dartmoor Hike + Wildcamp and thinking it would be a great place to do a hammock camp, thankfully I read up about the spot when I got home and realized that would not be appropriate, it is a lovely place to sit and contemplate though.
Great adventure! Black Tor is a lovely spot for a wild camp, did a similar walk last time I camped there too
It's a fantastic Tor, Max - really complex and large buttresses. All the best bud 😊 👍
Can you make a video of freeze dried meals, what's best for size and flavours / value etc? thank you :)
Hi Geraint. I normally have freeze dried meals and really enjoy them. The flavour is usually very good. You have hit the nail on the head - it's my intention to make one of my Thursday night Outdoors Inspiration / Outdoor Essentials videos dedicated to this in the next few weeks. 👍👍👍
Great content again Samus, I have camped at sandy ford just upstream from the copse, but I may give Black Tor a go sometime having watched this. Glad to see you tried to educate on the proper use of the Moor, this channel can only help towards this also, nice work 👍
Thank you, Jonathan. Sandy Ford is a lovely spot, isn't it. If I were you, I would give Black Tor a go, it really is beautiful 😊👍🐶
Hi Shamus, We’re fairly new subscribers to your channel and are both loving working our way through your videos. We have recently started wild camping on Dartmoor and have enjoyed an overnight camp on Oke Tor and another on Shelstone Tor. At present we have an MSR Elixir 2 tent but are considering upgrading to something with a bit more room and a tent that will cope with wind and rain on top of the Dartmoor Tors and Brecons. The Hilleberg Nallo 3 seems to tick most of the boxes but I noticed you have the Anjan 2 and just wondered how you are finding the yellow label Hilleberg compared to the red label ones? Your thoughts and comments would be much appreciated. Kind regards, Trudy & Pete
Hi Trudy & Pete. The yellow label tents are very capable & can take a fair bit of weather. I choose an Anjan because it is spacious, light and squishes down to a small volume - this suits my personal needs as I carry a two person tent to accommodate Petra 🐶 as well. I think your preference toward the Nallo is a sound choice, I’ve had two of these and they are certainly very capable and versatile, consequently a little heavier and with more ‘bulk’ - but I assume you will share the load between the two of you.
I’ll be firing up a few more videos later this year (now living in the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) - I’ve added an Allak 2 to my collection of shelters, I’m looking forward to the space it provides - have a look at that online, it’s very spacious.
Good luck with your wild camp outings 👍🐶😊
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Hi Shamus, thank you so much for your helpful reply. Look forward to more of your wonderful videos and hope to catch you out on the Brecon trails sometime 🥾 ⛺️
Got myself an Anjan 2 and footprint on order it arrives this week, exited to give it a run out ASAP!
Brilliant Chris - As you can see, it takes a bit of weather with no problems. Did you know the Anjan footprint doesn't cover the vestibule, which is a bit of a shame? Thanks for watching, much appreciated 😊
Outdoors Inspiration it was between the Anjan and the niak and the extra space in the vestibule swung it for me, yes I did know that, I guess it’s to cut down on weight and as the fly fleet doesn’t go to the floor it would pool water on it easily ?
@@CHRIISM - That’s a good point regarding the fly. I was torn with the Niak as well and made my decision for the same reason that you did 👍
Love your videos so educational. Wonder if you would do guided wild camping tours lol
Hi Jon, I used to guide and teach navigation - under the current covid situation I don't socialise (for prolonged periods) with anyone unless I know them well enough, and then only when there is good reason to 😊. When this whole thing is under control, remind me of this discussion and I would gladly accompany you 😊👍🐶
So pleased i found your videos today,, I was an avid Dartmoor walker for many years but now at 57 and suffering with osteo arthritis saddly im only able to do the simple walks now,, Love Petra, she is adorable and so well trained, About Yes Tor do you have any idea what the door is for, in the tor, this has perplexed me for many years. Hope you have an answer haha... Thank you for these fantastic videos of a place i hold dear to my heart, x
Thank you very much 😊 Now you've got me intrigued, which door?
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Its at 3.22, the point where you waved a hello to a lady on top of the tor.. Big silver / grey door lol
will you be making more videos in the future.
I will Michael. Just waiting to move house and get settled in. Petra and I will be heading for the hills once more 🐶😊👍
I was dartmoor not to long ago and wish I had gone to these locations, always next time! A video explaining your background and experience I think would be fascinating 😁
Hi Greg. Of course there is always the next time 👍 There is always somewhere new to see 😊
This is an American thing only I believe but seeing Petra on the peak of the mountain standing so proud reminded me of an old TV series I watched as a kid in the late 50’s called “The Adventures of RinTinTin.” That was the German Shepherd--so wonderful. Petra will always remind me of that sweet memory now.💖
Thank you 😊 Rin Tin Tin made it here too 👍
I enjoy your videos. Full of information. One question, when yo set off in fog like that were you using a map and compass?
Thank you Felicity 😊 No I didn't use a map, but I am familiar with the area and had enough visibility to make out contours and features. If I don't know where I am, then yes the map and compass is straight out 👍👍👍
Great video as usual. Doesn't Angus speak lol? You need to train him to bring you a cuppa in the morning lol
Haha - he does speak from time to time - But I have to keep him quite because he knows far more than I do 😂
I’ll be making a wild camping trip to Dartmoor in the next month, the cover on your fuel canister I assume is to help it retain efficiency of fuel burning in the cold? Love the channel, and Perta is great!
Thank you, Alistair 😊 I've time-staled this URL to one of my videos when I explain what the cover is - ruclips.net/video/_d9s6qNVCtA/видео.html 👍
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 I see, thank you for that!
Excellent video...glad to see you remind us all about the value of the rules. Camped out midweek on Shelstone and must plan on a visit to the opposite side now to view the slipper stones after this. What made you decide on the Anjan 2 instead of the Soulo? Cheers.
Oooh, I love Shelstone Tor, I really do - a great spot 👍 I think if the wind was forecast at 40 mph then the Soulo would be the right tool for the job. The Anjan copes with bad weather as well and is very spacious for Petra and I. It's also lighter and has a smaller pack size.
Could I ask that at the start of your vids you show on a MAP where you going and leaving from, it would put into perspective Dart Moor and the surrounding area...thank you.
Hi Spike - the only mapping I currently use is ordnance survey based. I know others share it but technically there is an issue of copyright - all OS mapping is crown copyright and should be reproduced. However I do like the idea (very much) - I would probably look for another mapping source to achieve this - bear with me and I'll do my best - A great idea, thank you 😊👍🐶
Great video. Some really interesting facts about the geology of the moor and clouds. I never knew the moor was covered by such a thick layer of sandstone in the past. Presumably High Willhays was Much Higher Willhays back then. On another note, what’s your tip for levelling out a camping mat on sloping ground? Do you wedge stuff under the lower side? I always try to find as flat a pitch as possible but even on Dartmoor that can be surprisingly hard. All the best.
Hello, thanks for commenting - Much Higher Willhays 😂 WRT mats, to be honest I try and find the most even ground when I'm picking my pitch. The main problem is that a) the mat slides or b) you slide off the mat. I've but some faint lines of silicon sealant across the base of one of my mats that, in theory, should stop it from slipping - in reality it just collects dog hair and grime 😂 In respect of slipping off a mat, some mats seem more prone than others - I find myself slipping off my Therm-a-rest Prolite if it's on uneven ground, but less so on a NeoAir XTherm. I have tried wedging my rucksack under the side of a pad in the past but really I just look for a flat pitch. If there is an incline then I face the tent so that my head is higher.
That's my view, I'm sure others have their ways 😊👍
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Yes. With you on the silicone thing - ends up bonded to all sorts of detritus. I try to log any potential good camp spots as POIs as I'm out walking and return to them to camp on other days. I'll keep with the wedging strategy,
'Intents' hahaha!
😂👍😂 very good 🐶
Is there anything you don't know? Clouds were just clouds until I watched this ! 🤔 Great video
We also have some woodland like that here... But it's so steep you couldn't even camp if you wanted
Thank you 😊 I'm just old and have picked stuff up as I go along 😂 Thanks for watching, much appreciated 👍
Hi Shamus, another great video. I spotted this video when doing research on the Anjan 2 and see some good comments from you. Do you use a footprint? I am wondering if it is necessary as extra weight?
Many thanks Nick
Hi Nick, no I don’t use one with the Anjan and have never seen a need. 😊👍🐶
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Thanks Shamus.
Great video Shamus, particularly liked the cloud educational piece. Q. When does a stream become a river?🤷🏻♂️ keep up the good work!
Haha 😂 good call - no idea 😂😂😂
Interesting about what’s classed as a mountain in England.. I wonder if hiking up those tors count towards QMDs. Do you find much rain enters the vestibule/inner tent with the door open?
Hi Craig - your 'quality' mountain days will be defined in your logbook. To an extent some days like this would be taken into consideration if there was a navigation, leadership or overnight aspect. But in reality I think your assessors would be looking for 'mountainous areas' Lakes, North Wales, Scotland etc. WRT the rain, it all depends on the wind direction, on this occasion it was absolutely fine as you can see in the video. All the very best 😊👍😊
Love Petra, wild camping is so much better with your dog. What does she carry in her dog pack?
Thank you, Mark 😊 It doesn't feel right to be out without a dog. Petra carries her overnight things in the pack here's a video where I go through the contents of the pack 👍 ruclips.net/video/CH0VVCXCRDc/видео.html
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Just watched it. Great vid and thank you.
Hi Shamus, thanks for the videos you are putting together and the informative content. I am in the process of buying a new tent and i wanted to ask you a few questions seeing that you have three of the four tents i am considering! I think the Hilleberg soulo is a bomb proof all year tent but the price tag/availabilty are an issue for me. I wanted to know more about what you think of the Anjan 2 compared with the Akto. Have you had difficulties with condensation in the Akto? Have you experience difficulties with the Anjan 2 in rain and wind, especially from the point of view of rain being blown in under the raised sides of the tent?
I love the size and weight of the Anjan 2 but im concerned about the sides being raised from the ground and i wonder would it be far too drafty in windy conditions?
Sorry for all the questions but i feel like you can answer these well because you have etensive use of all three.
Thanks Richard
Hi Richard - Im sure you've seen these videos with the Anjan:
ruclips.net/video/KO3U1MLp6DY/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/WmRkgLmvP3Y/видео.html
So far the elevated cut has caused no damp issues at all with the Anjan 2 for me. Bear in mind it is a lighter textile, Kerlon 1000, than the Akto and has a mesh only inner door. None of these have caused me any concerns. I want a few more nights in torrential conditions before coming up with a conclusion.
The Anjan 2 is massive compared to the Akto - given the choice between the two, I would personally go with the Anjan 2 all day long - I still use the Akto because I make videos and it provides varied content 👍
However, I have had an Akto since 2008 I think... They are dependable, simple to pitch and have a huge vestibule (so does the Anjan). It does condensate but, in my view, no more than any other tent - I'm often camped in cold, wet fog where the air is nearly or actually at 100% humidity - and I usually have a soaking dog in with me as well - so anything is going to condensate. The Akto has good ventilation and I leave it wide open almost all of the time.
I have also had a Nallo 2 and a Jannu - between these, the Anjan 2, the Soulo and the Akto - I would have the Anjan 2 all day every day ...
But that''s me, with where I go and what I do, things may be different for you. 😊 I hope that's helpful 👍
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Thanks for the reply. Yes ive watched both of those videos, im just being extra cautious before i invest in a Hilleberg. I am leaning more towards the Anjan 2 myself because it is lightweight and massive inside, therefore plenty of room for my and my Hungarian Vizsla 'Kola'. Previously ive been using a Terra Nova Pioneer 2 tent which has been pretty good however the pole design through the spine of the tent is a little bit fragile and actually snapped on me while pitching.
The Soulo and the Akto look like fantastic tents but for me I want the space of the Anjan.
Thanks again!
Look forward to more videos from you in the future. Cheers!
You mentioned rules for wild camping, what are they?..thx
Currently, for Dartmoor, wild camping is not permitted at all because of the England lockdown. Elsewhere, you should follow the guidelines of the authority / land owner.
Ordinarily the bylaws (in respect of camping) for Dartmoor are:
No person shall knowingly use any vehicle, including a caravan or any structure other than a tent for the purpose of camping on the access land or land set out for the use or parking of vehicles except on any area which may be set apart and indicated by notice as a place where such camping is permitted.
No person shall knowingly erect a tent on the access land for the purpose of camping:
(a) in any area listed in Schedule 2 to these byelaws;
(b)within 100 metres of any public road or in any enclosure.
No person shall camp in a tent on the same site on the access land for more than two consecutive nights, except on any area which may be set apart and indicated by notice as a place where such camping is permitted.
In respect of fires:
No person shall light a fire on the access land, or place or throw or let fall a lighted match or any other thing so as to be likely to cause a fire. This byelaw shall not prevent the lighting or use in such a manner as not to cause danger of or damage by fire of a properly constructed camping stove or cooker.
Can I ask what jacket is Angus wearing? I’m looking for a vivid coloured wind/rainproof/highly breathable jacket for cycling and hiking. Cheers (love the vids btw!!)
Thanks Peter 😊 It’s a Mountain Equipment GoreTex of some description, I will have to ask him the exact name 🐶🐾
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 that’d be great if you can ta
@@petergilbert72 - we think it’s a Tupilak in cardinal orange - it was in a sale 👍
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 thanks very much for checking Seamus and Angus
Is that 2x crux backpacks?
Well spotted 👍😊👌
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 not many use them but they are a thing of beauty. I have one of their tents it’s brilliant.
I've been so lucky, not once have I been blessed with Dartmoor rain whilst wildcamping.
Blimey! 😂 That's good going 👍 Living here means I'm blessed by it fairly frequently 😂
@@outdoorsinspiration9284 Maybe soon, I feel I've got another Dartmoor Wild camping itch coming on that I need to scratch
Is this guy still alive?
Mountain.MOUNTAIN???
Haha 😂 by English altitude definition, 👍 Yes
Good vid. Why dont you train your dog to retreive your camera then you wouldn't have to keep walking back for it
Aha 😂 ... She is trained to retrieve the camera... Now you know my secret 😂🐶😂🐶