Your filming and editing is so seamless, Simon, I can't imagine how much work you do that we don't even notice. It is just incredible. Thank you so much for all your efforts. You give so many of us the chance to adventure with you. Your work is not a wasted effort. Thanks from Washington State, USA. ;)
Very nice video indeed! Truly inspirational! We're very fortunate here in Scandinavia where we have so much wild nature and the freedom to roam it. It's called "allemansrätten" here in Sweden. This freedom comes with responsibility also and when you talked about the rubbish and old cans you found in the fire pit it's a stark reminder that the responsibility is not always honored. You've shown in all your videos the importance of leaving a campsite the way you would like to find it and in the case of wild camping - restoring the site so basically no signs of you left. That is the essence of allemansrätten.
Is it my imagination, or do canoe based episodes really just not get the attention and love they so richly deserve? I'm always super happy to see lovely people like Simon and Andy in boats. Looks absolutely AMAZING out there guys! I hope you have the best time and I'm so stoked you took us lot with you!
WOW!!! What A beautiful video of my two most favorite “BLOKES IN THE WOODS” SIMON AND ANDY! Thank you for bringing us along for an unforgettable camping trip!👍🇺🇸🙏GREETINGS FROM TENNESSEE 👋👍
Since i had the brain bleed and surgery Rehab back in April and June of 2021 Surgery and complications more rehab You Two Guys have helped me keeping alot of good company and travel 🏕 I appreciate these vids as We are 66 yrs of age and still doing OK now, thanks for what You do , I think has improved me mentally on so many levels , doing house chores cooking errands and a little yard work helps too mainly my Family including the Dogs , now just one dog and a new Kitty named Bootsie , And First and Foremost without God i would not even be here so thankful for everything every day . Safe Travels God Bless Always 🙌 !
I just realized. One of the main reasons I like your videos is the fact that I have never ever had a cringe moment. It appears to me that such content is rare on RUclips these days, easpecially when it comes to outdoor/camping/bushcraft topics.
Ah, yes! Been waiting for you and Andy to upload! Those canoes are crazy, fold up canoes???? But obviously do a good job!!! Great so far and looking forward to more soon!!! Cheers Simon!
Welcome home to rainy Norfolk. Glad you're back as I've been looking forward to watching another epic video series. Looking forward to further parts coming soon I hope... Keep up the good work Simon. I should also note that becasue of your videos I'm now out and about on the Broads and it's so so good for my mental health. So thanks you mate, I've found a real passion!
Sat myself down in a comfy chair with a glass of Ale and my dinner, and enjoyed every second. Thanks for sharing mate. ATB Pete P.S. Nice to see the old LK frame getting pressed into service, I use mine for allsorts!!
I haven't has TV in the house for many years, I just didn't want to pay for substandard content. Yours and Andys videos are a large part of my entertainment. I feel like I'm settling in for a very awesome mini series. Thank you both for excellent content that keeps us all coming back for more.
Since i moved to Norfolk, England many have asked me what I miss the most from Sweden. Nature is always my first answer, not sure many understand what sort of nature but I'm glad you got to experience it. All the best Per
So glad you got to paddle the Ally canoe. I own one and have taken it on many expeds in Europe. I also live in a flat in Berlin so there isn’t much storage space for a wooden or plastic canoe, so the Ally is perfect for me. I find it handles well, really stable, can take a huge load and really transportable on a train or bike trailer. I’ve managed to get my construction time down to 15 minutes. First time was much longer. Would love to see a full review of the Ally canoe some time. I’m looking forward to part two on your Norway leg. I have spent many days ski touring the Norwegian national parks and your trip is inspiring me to plan something again but this time travelling on the water. Thanks again for the video. Fantastic!
Wonderful first day. Brings back memories of canoe trips in Algonquin. I could almost smell the composting toilet. Feel the cold water alongside the canoe, along the shore. The setting Sun and the evening chill.
With all the rubbish going on in the world this has reminded me that this is what life should be like. What a stunning location. Thanks for sharing your trip. I didn’t know but Sweden has a population of brown bears. Fantastic viewing 😊👍😊
Hi, I’ve just returned from that spot a month ago. I stayed at Käringsjön. It is not my first visit to this quiet and wild place. I’ve been visiting since 1996. I like your videos because you are honest, and you managed to keep the (ridiculous) music at a minimum in your video. The tranquillity of the place is one of its great virtues. And yes, we do eat Polar bread and we do drink the water unfiltered from the lakes. And catch a fish or two. Regards Thomas
I started off seeing part 2. That is amazing beauty there!!! And you guys are so strong. I would love to have gone with you. Oh well, 70 years of age now, so I guess it will be watching you doing what I do in my mind! on my estate I can do woodburning and cooking. So, in my own way, I do the outdoors!!
i like that British army kit, great square pan, very usable. Great vid as always Simon, so splendid trip! I especially liked when you filmed sunset with you both sitting near lamps - stunning filming!
Was waiting for this Scandinavian adventures Simon. Yeah, there is always a chance of getting company at those beautiful camping spots. Defeated by the Dutch on the first day? In 1666 it took us four days, now only one. No, just kidding. Very noble of you to leave the shelter to others. But you were rewarded by a beautiful alternative spot providing a view over a mirror. Wow, I love that serenity. Anyway, a nice start of you trip. Looking forward to day two, three, four, five, six and seven. Atb fm NL.
@@simonablokeinthewoods hello fella, is there any chance we could have a chat regarding a fundraiser I'm planning for next year to help start a charity that aims to get kids free gym membership or trail kits to help keep them off the streets and the Internet. It is in memory of Archie Battersbee ( please google his story). I'm hoping to get a big collaboration on. Please find me on Facebook if you are interested in finding out more. Thank you x
Fabulous first vid Simon. What a stunning area so far. Great canoes also, I can imagine they are very lightweight, perfect for a few portage that lie ahead. Good call to move on from camp 1 to keep it as remote as possible for you both. Here's to part 2 tomorrow mate 👍
Those guys being at the hut were an inconvenience that turned into a great improvement to what you would have shot. Seeing you adapt and change plans, and having all the kit necessary to do it made for a much more interesting video. Looking forward to the next instalment!
Watched andys last night (only because he posted slightly earlier) then yours tonight- my other half said I’m nuts!! 😆 Great work and thanks for taking the effort bringing us all along. All the best mate 👍🙏❤️
Thank you Simon for a wonderful video and all your time. I recognize the person with you Andy I watch Kent Survival all the time I just watched one of your videos from 7 months ago when you're out on the Norfolk Coast path. I just left the comment there but I don't know if you will
Hi folks, The comments section for this video has been subjected to a barrage of scam comments/replies to comments. Any reply that prompts you to make contact through WhatsApp or to enter a competition is NOT from me - it’s a malicious scam, so please do not respond. If you could report it that will hopefully help to stop this sort of thing from happening. I have blocked and reported the account and removed as many comments as I could (there were hundreds of them!) Sorry about this, sadly seems to be happening all too frequently these days.
Simon and Andy, you make it all look nice and enjoyable. I am glad you work well as a team. The video was great. Thanks for keeping it real and keeping us in the know. I look forward to the rest of your journey. Rich Blessings
'Makes Loch Ness look like a puddle.' Well, Simon, I can't let that go unchallenged, can I? On the surface, Femunden may be the larger, but Loch Ness is deeper and consequently twenty five per cent larger by volume. (So there.) That landscape looks simply idyllic for a lover of canoeing and camping like yourself, and the sky looks huge! I'm sure you and Andy will have the time of your lives and we will have the great pleasure of sharing it through your videos. Thank you. Enjoy!
Absolutely Fantastic video Simon & Andy . You two should come to Canada 🇨🇦, half a million of lakes and rivers too explore 😀. Also a lot of beautiful vista's, & abundant wildlife, that is what sold me . To move here from England 28 years ago, so much untouched wilderness.
Being dying for this video to drop, and it didn’t disappoint. Absolutely brilliant Simon, well worth the wait. And that scenery, just wow. Just have to wait again now for part 2 😀
Aha, the Scandinavian Incident begins! Been looking forward to this, and am not disappointed. Those canoes look very cool. Hope you had a great time, seems you might have so far. Be well. 😉
Magnificent! You capture the Swedish wilderness beautifully Simon! Looks like you had a great start. Looking forward to seeing the rest with some white water canoeing!
The flagship of the fleet: HMS Ally I, Good Sir Simon commanding. Britain's blue water liaison to the Nordic countries and the world via youtoob. Beautiful scenery, truly. I wish I could like it twice.
Great video Simon. The views look fantastic, especially the late evening shots over the water. Eerily beautiful. I've been looking forward to your Sweden trip. Roll on part 2!
Always love seeing another part of this beautiful world! Very similar to here in New England. Great film making as usual Simon. Best wishes my friend. Looking forward to the next one.
Nice to see you'r Flying the Red Duster On you'r canoe, I'm ex Merchant Navy. Brings Back good memories of my Days at Sea. Take Care and Thank's for the upload. Mike.
Just lovely Simon! I knew this trip would be epic just like the last canoe one. Cant wait to pop over to Andy and see his perspective. Much love from Texas, USA!
So juicy!!! Fantastic and the Red Ensign for the merchant marine (my dad was merchant and RFA)!!!!! Lovely, thank you to you both, what an amazing trip!!!!
Brilliant adventure and it's only the first day can't wait for the next installment . The Ally canoes look a lovely bit of kit light weight and very stable will have think about getting one ,Great video Thanks for sharing it with us Simon and Andy .
Your filming and editing is so seamless, Simon, I can't imagine how much work you do that we don't even notice. It is just incredible. Thank you so much for all your efforts. You give so many of us the chance to adventure with you. Your work is not a wasted effort. Thanks from Washington State, USA. ;)
Very nice video indeed! Truly inspirational!
We're very fortunate here in Scandinavia where we have so much wild nature and the freedom to roam it. It's called "allemansrätten" here in Sweden. This freedom comes with responsibility also and when you talked about the rubbish and old cans you found in the fire pit it's a stark reminder that the responsibility is not always honored. You've shown in all your videos the importance of leaving a campsite the way you would like to find it and in the case of wild camping - restoring the site so basically no signs of you left. That is the essence of allemansrätten.
Is it my imagination, or do canoe based episodes really just not get the attention and love they so richly deserve? I'm always super happy to see lovely people like Simon and Andy in boats. Looks absolutely AMAZING out there guys! I hope you have the best time and I'm so stoked you took us lot with you!
Do you watch Lost Lakes channel? He does a lot of canoe trips up in Canada and his videos are top shelf. 👍
WOW!!! What A beautiful video of my two most favorite “BLOKES IN THE WOODS” SIMON AND ANDY! Thank you for bringing us along for an unforgettable camping trip!👍🇺🇸🙏GREETINGS FROM TENNESSEE 👋👍
Since i had the brain bleed and surgery Rehab back in April and June of 2021 Surgery and complications more rehab You Two Guys have helped me keeping alot of good company and travel 🏕 I appreciate these vids as We are 66 yrs of age and still doing OK now, thanks for what You do , I think has improved me mentally on so many levels , doing house chores cooking errands and a little yard work helps too mainly my Family including the Dogs , now just one dog and a new Kitty named Bootsie , And First and Foremost without God i would not even be here so thankful for everything every day .
Safe Travels God Bless Always 🙌 !
I just realized. One of the main reasons I like your videos is the fact that I have never ever had a cringe moment. It appears to me that such content is rare on RUclips these days, easpecially when it comes to outdoor/camping/bushcraft topics.
Being so close to nature like that must be awesome
Much love sent on this day from the US, to all of our brothers and sisters in the UK.
😔 thank you ❤
Ah, yes! Been waiting for you and Andy to upload! Those canoes are crazy, fold up canoes???? But obviously do a good job!!! Great so far and looking forward to more soon!!! Cheers Simon!
Beautiful job, Simon. I love watching you and Andy together. Trip of a lifetime for sure.
Welcome home to rainy Norfolk. Glad you're back as I've been looking forward to watching another epic video series. Looking forward to further parts coming soon I hope... Keep up the good work Simon. I should also note that becasue of your videos I'm now out and about on the Broads and it's so so good for my mental health. So thanks you mate, I've found a real passion!
I hope it's not raining around the 26 th Sept I'm coming to Norfolk for a four day break .
Thanks Jon! Glad to have been an inspiration! 😁🛶
Sat myself down in a comfy chair with a glass of Ale and my dinner, and enjoyed every second. Thanks for sharing mate.
ATB Pete
P.S. Nice to see the old LK frame getting pressed into service, I use mine for allsorts!!
I haven't has TV in the house for many years, I just didn't want to pay for substandard content. Yours and Andys videos are a large part of my entertainment. I feel like I'm settling in for a very awesome mini series. Thank you both for excellent content that keeps us all coming back for more.
Since i moved to Norfolk, England many have asked me what I miss the most from Sweden.
Nature is always my first answer, not sure many understand what sort of nature but I'm glad you got to experience it.
All the best
Per
Watching your Sweden Norway adventure, loving it.❤❤
So glad you got to paddle the Ally canoe. I own one and have taken it on many expeds in Europe. I also live in a flat in Berlin so there isn’t much storage space for a wooden or plastic canoe, so the Ally is perfect for me. I find it handles well, really stable, can take a huge load and really transportable on a train or bike trailer. I’ve managed to get my construction time down to 15 minutes. First time was much longer. Would love to see a full review of the Ally canoe some time. I’m looking forward to part two on your Norway leg. I have spent many days ski touring the Norwegian national parks and your trip is inspiring me to plan something again but this time travelling on the water. Thanks again for the video. Fantastic!
Nicely done, sir. God save the King.🇬🇧
Awesome 👍🏻
Looking forward to more
It's not room temperature when outside, but ambient temperature. Lovely video, amazing adventure!
Wonderful first day. Brings back memories of canoe trips in Algonquin. I could almost smell the composting toilet. Feel the cold water alongside the canoe, along the shore. The setting Sun and the evening chill.
With all the rubbish going on in the world this has reminded me that this is what life should be like. What a stunning location. Thanks for sharing your trip. I didn’t know but Sweden has a population of brown bears. Fantastic viewing 😊👍😊
We're a button push away from returning to a very basic way of life.
Love the Red Duster! Reminds me of my days in the Navy😊
Hi, I’ve just returned from that spot a month ago. I stayed at Käringsjön. It is not my first visit to this quiet and wild place. I’ve been visiting since 1996. I like your videos because you are honest, and you managed to keep the (ridiculous) music at a minimum in your video. The tranquillity of the place is one of its great virtues. And yes, we do eat Polar bread and we do drink the water unfiltered from the lakes. And catch a fish or two.
Regards
Thomas
I started off seeing part 2. That is amazing beauty there!!! And you guys are so strong. I would love to have gone with you. Oh well, 70 years of age now, so I guess it will be watching you doing what I do in my mind! on my estate I can do woodburning and cooking. So, in my own way, I do the outdoors!!
i like that British army kit, great square pan, very usable. Great vid as always Simon, so splendid trip! I especially liked when you filmed sunset with you both sitting near lamps - stunning filming!
I liked best the views in the evening-time over the calm lake, plus the chat around the 'lantern light.'
Was waiting for this Scandinavian adventures Simon. Yeah, there is always a chance of getting company at those beautiful camping spots. Defeated by the Dutch on the first day? In 1666 it took us four days, now only one. No, just kidding. Very noble of you to leave the shelter to others. But you were rewarded by a beautiful alternative spot providing a view over a mirror. Wow, I love that serenity. Anyway, a nice start of you trip. Looking forward to day two, three, four, five, six and seven. Atb fm NL.
😂😂😂
Thanks mate!
I’m glad we continued on too -it was a great spot in the end 😁
@@simonablokeinthewoods hello fella, is there any chance we could have a chat regarding a fundraiser I'm planning for next year to help start a charity that aims to get kids free gym membership or trail kits to help keep them off the streets and the Internet.
It is in memory of Archie Battersbee ( please google his story).
I'm hoping to get a big collaboration on.
Please find me on Facebook if you are interested in finding out more. Thank you x
Love the video and long overdue Simon, as an inflatable canoer I'm watch your canoe with added interest 👍
Amazing video 38 minutes felt like 38 seconds, it was that good of an adventure! I was so enjoying this that it felt that way!
Very beautiful scenery and a nice video.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😊
Well finally had a chance to catch up. Always very nice videos, thanks 👍✌🥃
Brilliant absolutely amazing scenery must cast next video to TV shame about the fire thanks for sharing
Fabulous first vid Simon. What a stunning area so far. Great canoes also, I can imagine they are very lightweight, perfect for a few portage that lie ahead.
Good call to move on from camp 1 to keep it as remote as possible for you both. Here's to part 2 tomorrow mate 👍
Keep the videos coming out mate 👍
Those guys being at the hut were an inconvenience that turned into a great improvement to what you would have shot. Seeing you adapt and change plans, and having all the kit necessary to do it made for a much more interesting video. Looking forward to the next instalment!
Watched andys last night (only because he posted slightly earlier) then yours tonight- my other half said I’m nuts!! 😆 Great work and thanks for taking the effort bringing us all along. All the best mate 👍🙏❤️
Great vid, beautiful place no mosquitos, yet.
Thank you Simon for a wonderful video and all your time. I recognize the person with you Andy I watch Kent Survival all the time I just watched one of your videos from 7 months ago when you're out on the Norfolk Coast path. I just left the comment there but I don't know if you will
I love this series! I never heard of the foldable canoe before! So cool!
Awesome. These trips with you guys are like a top gear christmas special. Love it
Hi folks,
The comments section for this video has been subjected to a barrage of scam comments/replies to comments. Any reply that prompts you to make contact through WhatsApp or to enter a competition is NOT from me - it’s a malicious scam, so please do not respond. If you could report it that will hopefully help to stop this sort of thing from happening. I have blocked and reported the account and removed as many comments as I could (there were hundreds of them!)
Sorry about this, sadly seems to be happening all too frequently these days.
Andy is certainly coming along with his J stroke. Beautiful vistas and awesome photography
Beautiful video, Simon! Thanks so much for sharing - looking forward to Part 2... cheers from Canada!
Simon and Andy, you make it all look nice and enjoyable. I am glad you work well as a team. The video was great. Thanks for keeping it real and keeping us in the know. I look forward to the rest of your journey. Rich Blessings
'Makes Loch Ness look like a puddle.' Well, Simon, I can't let that go unchallenged, can I? On the surface, Femunden may be the larger, but Loch Ness is deeper and consequently twenty five per cent larger by volume. (So there.) That landscape looks simply idyllic for a lover of canoeing and camping like yourself, and the sky looks huge! I'm sure you and Andy will have the time of your lives and we will have the great pleasure of sharing it through your videos. Thank you. Enjoy!
Another great day on the water. Thank you both for sharing this day.
Blissful - your videos match perfectly with a glass of wine after a long days work
Absolutely Awesome video Simon. Loved it. Somewhere I've never had the pleasure of visiting. Such a stunning place. 👍
Absolutely Fantastic video Simon & Andy . You two should come to Canada 🇨🇦, half a million of lakes and rivers too explore 😀. Also a lot of beautiful vista's, & abundant wildlife, that is what sold me . To move here from England 28 years ago, so much untouched wilderness.
Fantastic videos and a brilliant location. Look forward to part 2
Being dying for this video to drop, and it didn’t disappoint. Absolutely brilliant Simon, well worth the wait. And that scenery, just wow. Just have to wait again now for part 2 😀
Fantastic stuff Simon! And to think I can watch Andys version for double the pleasure, you're spoiling us !
Very informative. Will doing a rowing trip this summer in sweden with my two sons.
Aha, the Scandinavian Incident begins! Been looking forward to this, and am not disappointed. Those canoes look very cool. Hope you had a great time, seems you might have so far. Be well. 😉
Magnificent! You capture the Swedish wilderness beautifully Simon! Looks like you had a great start. Looking forward to seeing the rest with some white water canoeing!
I am hoarding this until I can watch it in peace and quiet tomorrow! Otherwise I will have to keep restarting it and that always aggravates me!
I like that large size mess kit. That would be nice for a grandma outdoor cooking with a teen grandson!
The flagship of the fleet: HMS Ally I, Good Sir Simon commanding. Britain's blue water liaison to the Nordic countries and the world via youtoob.
Beautiful scenery, truly. I wish I could like it twice.
Great video Simon. The views look fantastic, especially the late evening shots over the water. Eerily beautiful. I've been looking forward to your Sweden trip. Roll on part 2!
Yay! I’ve been looking forward to these videos. 😊 Such gorgeous scenery!
Awesome, Simon a bloke in the skog! What an amazing looking trip.
That looks awesome, wow what a place. Many thanks to yourself and Andy for taking us a long and showing.
You two are probably my favorite BC guys and I'm American! Great to see you'll together on another adventure
Spectacular terrain.
well done Simon, the beautiful scenery is just stunning..really enjoyed watching this
Thank you , Simon .
🐺 Loupis Canis .
Amazing! Very jealous of this trip!
Always love seeing another part of this beautiful world! Very similar to here in New England. Great film making as usual Simon. Best wishes my friend. Looking forward to the next one.
This area of Sweden looks like the Pine Barrens in NJ, except the barrens have more underbrush and no big rocks.
Lovely stuff Simon 👍🍻…great to see the Loon (Black Throated Diver) adding to the atmosphere 🍻
Two mate’s enjoying the wilderness..thanks lads 👍👍
Carbon nuggets - are great . 🤣👍 beautiful places, thank you for video.
Simon thank you so much for your wee videos I find them so inspiring.❤️🏴
Been waiting for this! Cool to see the Ally canoes! Becoming ever more laden with Norwegian gear, you two!
(Almost) All the good gear comes from Scandinavia! 😁🇸🇪🇳🇴
Thanks for sharing.
Looks like a great trip.
Enjoy guys
Thanks Simon, realy enjoyed the video.
Superb, never thought we would get another Stora Le type adventure, absolutely inspiring for Swedish canoe wild camps
Loved this. Perfect tonic on the train after a day in the office in London. Thanks muchly.
Very nice! Always great to see you 2 collaborate.
Excellent, been looking forward to this!
Thumbs up before even watching the whole video!!! Our favorite channel by far Simon
Nice to see you'r Flying the Red Duster On you'r canoe, I'm ex Merchant Navy. Brings Back good memories of my Days at Sea. Take Care and Thank's for the upload. Mike.
Outstanding! The canoes are unlike any I've seen before - impressed at their capacity. This video is the next best thing to actually canoe camping.
Great video loved the scenery very peaceful looking forward to your next video
Just lovely Simon! I knew this trip would be epic just like the last canoe one. Cant wait to pop over to Andy and see his perspective. Much love from Texas, USA!
Fantastic. Thank you. All the best. 👍🐾🐾😎
I love you guys. Now I'm heading off to Andy. Thanks Simon. 😂🤣✌️🙋♂️
Great video Simon looks an amazing place atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍
Absolutely love the intro/outro music has secret life of walter mitty vibes.
What a wonderful trip Simon😊
Amazing. This could win an Oscar. Can't wait to see the rest. Wish I was with you.
I like your chair bag storage trick,very smart to put it on the chair before the cover.
Awesome, thank you!
So juicy!!! Fantastic and the Red Ensign for the merchant marine (my dad was merchant and RFA)!!!!! Lovely, thank you to you both, what an amazing trip!!!!
Really enjoyed the video looking forward to the rest
Stunning scenery! Thanks for taking me along. Can't wait for part 2.
Absolutely amazing videos and such wonderful footage of the beautiful places you have been . So very relaxing to watch .. Thank you Simon
Brilliant adventure and it's only the first day can't wait for the next installment . The Ally canoes look a lovely bit of kit light weight and very stable will have think about getting one ,Great video Thanks for sharing it with us Simon and Andy .
Outstanding effort Simon. I particularly liked your soundtrack, it's a perfect fit.
Loved so much your British way of cooking. Subscribed. Looking for the next one 🥂👍🏻
Beautiful . Thank you so much. Love your canoe trips. You and Andy are great !