Good advice as always 👍 My last woodland camp cost me my dinner! I'd taken my sandwiches out ready to eat but needed the call of nature. On my way back to my pitch (bivvy & tarp) I could hear a guy calling for his dog, I found his dog before he did, enjoying my sarnies, bugger!!
Hello great video mate I recently started doing camping videos as got hit with a skin condition that made not be able to do much when it was getting better I just wanted to get out and do stuff I’ve done a few so called stealth camping videos on my channel although after watching your video it seems I broke some important rules so I appreciate the information definitely gonna help with my stealth camps in the future!
Thank you, glad you enjoyed, trying to play around a bit with the editing. I did have an alternative for colour where I did is split screen and 'cloned' myself with two different colours but the lighting changed and messed it up. Almost having as much fun learning about the video side as I am being outdoors!
@@dogdadoutdoors you’re doing a great job dude I’m really enjoying the subject matter and the info you give .. keep having fun with the filming process too 👍👍👍
Years ago while I was playing paintball I was able to track a guy trying to sneak through the woods just by the sun's reflection of his stainless steel watchband. He had spent money on a camouflage outfit and it drove him mad that it apparently didn't work. We never told him what gave him away.
I'm in my late fifties and I did my first wild/stealth camp last week. I loved every minute and will be going again soon. Great video, thanks for the tips.
My fear of cooking or camping in woods is dog walkers and dogs off leads .I was attacked by an alsatian as a child and nervous around loose digs that are not aware anyone is there or vicious dogs off lead as owners think no one is around .any advice
Only that dogs tend to pick up your fear and it can make them anxious, thus more likely to bark etc. Much easier said than done, but staying calm and talking in soft, welcoming, 'talking to a 3 year old whose just done something really amazing' voice can work wonders. I chat to a few dog owners whose dogs don't like other people and they comment its weird they don't mind me, I think its just being calm around them, no sudden moves, etc. If that fails you can get dog deterrent sprays which may make you feel better about it.
The scent is very important too, drowning in Lynx - desperate teenager- or Charlie not good as you can be smelt for metres- plus 😉 you can end up turning the local bugs on who investigate where thesexy smell is coming from.
It's surprising how much you notice it outside too isn't it? I was out last month near another lake and I could smell bacon really strongly, there was a guy must have been 50m away fishing and I think he had his frying pan out.
Great advice mate shape shadow siluette shine sent, all the sssss takes me back, carnt beat a bit of scrim netting , i always try to avoid a torch at night if pissible, sound advice, great vid 👍
Good info (an update on one you've done before, if I'm not mistaken, but nothing wrong with that). Two questions - in the army, are soldiers taught about colourblindness and how to look after those with some form? I'm red-green colourblind, which is very common, especially in men. Watching this reminded me that I'd be hard pressed to discern the browns and greens in an environment, and I have to go on what I expect are the colours depending on season. But in fact, I don't really do much in that regard - I tend to see greens and browns as almost the same, so if I'm wearing one or the other I think that'll do (and I'm not dedicated to this enough to start collecting different outfits for different environments). In fact, I tend to just try to keep things darkish - browns, greens, greys, but dull - and I mostly camp in the woods. Actually, how do soldiers deal with going into very different environments, like from woodland to the greys of mountain rocks, or even snow cover. If you want to know how I see things, there are websites that show how cows see the world (and dogs are about the same), and that's not far off. My partner was stunned when she saw how differently I see colours. The other question is more mundane - is there a good paint you know of to put on kit (particularly I'm thinking of stuff that gets folded or rolled, like a metal windshield, and preferably reasonably heat proof too). When I camp, I'm always reminded that most of my stuff is fairly well camouflaged (to my eyes!) but then there are these odd bits of kit - mostly aluminium stuff - that stand out. One other thing that often gets missed is the reflective accents on tents, but I guess a bit of permanent marker will dull those down. I'll then have to take more care not to lose kit or trip over guy lines. Oh, and stuff I don't worry about the colour of because "it's going to be inside the tent anyway" - I nearly got found when I was packing up and had that out on display and the farmer suddenly came past on a quad bike!
For dealing with different environments the trend now is to use MTP or 'Multi-Terrain Pattern' camouflage that is reasonable effective in a range of environments. For example UK use ot use Desert pattern and Woodland DPM camouflage. The woodland DPM is superb in woodland, but not so good everywhere else. The MTP is pretty good, but it also works in meadows, deserts etc. I know there are certain roles in the army you aren't eligible for if you are colour blind like electrician or bomb disposal, which kind of makes sense, but that is about the extent of my knowledge on it I'm afraid. I wouldn't worry too much about aluminum cooking stuff, its so low to the ground and its generally only out whilst you use it. The British army doesn't bother painting its gear so I don't think you need to. But you can get spray paints in NATO Green and other colours from modeling shops, not sure how heatproof they are though.
@@dogdadoutdoors Thanks for that. The first job I went for at 18 was in a wool factory, which was when I discovered the extent of my colourblindness. I didn't get the job. This was a nice echo of the past - my dad didn't have it, but my grandfather went for a job on the railways and was tested, also failing to get that job. I don't fancy bomb disposal anyway. ;)
He's good thanks. He has started his physiotherapy now and is doing 5 min lead walks to keep the joints moving. Worst bit is he isn't allowed upstairs until he is further along and so most nights I have ended up sleeping downstairs to keep him quiet. Last 2 nights I've actually slept in bed though, so hopefully he is getting used to it.
It's legal to camp, it's not legal to wild camp on somebody else's private land without their permission/ There are a few places you can legally wild camp, such as Dartmoor and most of Scotland.
@@dogdadoutdoors oh, that's good to know. In the US there is a lot of government owned land called BLM land because the bureau of land management is responsible for it. We can camp on that land, but private property without permission is usually not legal. Its not a serious crime though.
Quite a few people do, even when I'm just sitting, chilling out in the open. A deer walked right up to me once too and got the fright of its life when it twigged me, must have been about 5 feet away, I had to call out to warn it as I thought it was going to knock my stove over!
@@steveround315 I see them fairly regularly in Hawley woods, particularly late evening. I think it helps with the dogs as they go crashing through the bushes and flush them out before they get too close.
Good advice as always 👍 My last woodland camp cost me my dinner! I'd taken my sandwiches out ready to eat but needed the call of nature. On my way back to my pitch (bivvy & tarp) I could hear a guy calling for his dog, I found his dog before he did, enjoying my sarnies, bugger!!
Aw man! Funny, but aw man!
Hello great video mate I recently started doing camping videos as got hit with a skin condition that made not be able to do much when it was getting better I just wanted to get out and do stuff I’ve done a few so called stealth camping videos on my channel although after watching your video it seems I broke some important rules so I appreciate the information definitely gonna help with my stealth camps in the future!
Glad it was useful, enjoy your camping buddy!
Fantastic buddy that was really enjoyable 👍👍👍
Thank you, glad you enjoyed, trying to play around a bit with the editing. I did have an alternative for colour where I did is split screen and 'cloned' myself with two different colours but the lighting changed and messed it up. Almost having as much fun learning about the video side as I am being outdoors!
@@dogdadoutdoors you’re doing a great job dude I’m really enjoying the subject matter and the info you give .. keep having fun with the filming process too 👍👍👍
Great job on the video sgt
Thanks very much buddy!
Don't forget sound,sound travels further at night.
Valid point, I know I did have a bit in my script about sound but I shot it all out of sequence and may have omitted that.
Years ago while I was playing paintball I was able to track a guy trying to sneak through the woods just by the sun's reflection of his stainless steel watchband. He had spent money on a camouflage outfit and it drove him mad that it apparently didn't work. We never told him what gave him away.
That is funny. It doesn't take much and in the professional world it's getting harder and harder with mobile phone clusters etc.
Takes me back to the Green Howards ! Still try to get out, but more hammocking now, good video, thanks
Thank you.
I'm in my late fifties and I did my first wild/stealth camp last week. I loved every minute and will be going again soon. Great video, thanks for the tips.
Glad you enjoyed your camp!
I wonder how many stealth TH-camrs snore 😂
When I am asleep, I rely on people staying away to avoid the grizzly bear.
@@dogdadoutdoors I walk quite a bit around your patch I'm amazed I've not bumped into you and the dogs
@@steveround315 If you ever do, say 'Hi'. Its always nice to bump into people who watch.
My fear of cooking or camping in woods is dog walkers and dogs off leads .I was attacked by an alsatian as a child and nervous around loose digs that are not aware anyone is there or vicious dogs off lead as owners think no one is around .any advice
Only that dogs tend to pick up your fear and it can make them anxious, thus more likely to bark etc. Much easier said than done, but staying calm and talking in soft, welcoming, 'talking to a 3 year old whose just done something really amazing' voice can work wonders. I chat to a few dog owners whose dogs don't like other people and they comment its weird they don't mind me, I think its just being calm around them, no sudden moves, etc. If that fails you can get dog deterrent sprays which may make you feel better about it.
The scent is very important too, drowning in Lynx - desperate teenager- or Charlie not good as you can be smelt for metres- plus 😉 you can end up turning the local bugs on who investigate where thesexy smell is coming from.
It's surprising how much you notice it outside too isn't it? I was out last month near another lake and I could smell bacon really strongly, there was a guy must have been 50m away fishing and I think he had his frying pan out.
Great tips
Thank you.
Interesting stuff mate, new subscriber here. ( Also former Sargent for cadets.) 👍
Welcome aboard buddy! Cadets, some great times, really miss it sometimes.
Good advice and video. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Great advice mate shape shadow siluette shine sent, all the sssss takes me back, carnt beat a bit of scrim netting , i always try to avoid a torch at night if pissible, sound advice, great vid 👍
Thanks Baz, appreciated.
@@dogdadoutdoors your welcome mate 👍
Greetings from the woods of Sweden 👋🇸🇪
Thank you, greetings to you do friend.
Good info (an update on one you've done before, if I'm not mistaken, but nothing wrong with that). Two questions - in the army, are soldiers taught about colourblindness and how to look after those with some form? I'm red-green colourblind, which is very common, especially in men. Watching this reminded me that I'd be hard pressed to discern the browns and greens in an environment, and I have to go on what I expect are the colours depending on season. But in fact, I don't really do much in that regard - I tend to see greens and browns as almost the same, so if I'm wearing one or the other I think that'll do (and I'm not dedicated to this enough to start collecting different outfits for different environments). In fact, I tend to just try to keep things darkish - browns, greens, greys, but dull - and I mostly camp in the woods. Actually, how do soldiers deal with going into very different environments, like from woodland to the greys of mountain rocks, or even snow cover. If you want to know how I see things, there are websites that show how cows see the world (and dogs are about the same), and that's not far off. My partner was stunned when she saw how differently I see colours.
The other question is more mundane - is there a good paint you know of to put on kit (particularly I'm thinking of stuff that gets folded or rolled, like a metal windshield, and preferably reasonably heat proof too). When I camp, I'm always reminded that most of my stuff is fairly well camouflaged (to my eyes!) but then there are these odd bits of kit - mostly aluminium stuff - that stand out.
One other thing that often gets missed is the reflective accents on tents, but I guess a bit of permanent marker will dull those down. I'll then have to take more care not to lose kit or trip over guy lines. Oh, and stuff I don't worry about the colour of because "it's going to be inside the tent anyway" - I nearly got found when I was packing up and had that out on display and the farmer suddenly came past on a quad bike!
For dealing with different environments the trend now is to use MTP or 'Multi-Terrain Pattern' camouflage that is reasonable effective in a range of environments. For example UK use ot use Desert pattern and Woodland DPM camouflage. The woodland DPM is superb in woodland, but not so good everywhere else. The MTP is pretty good, but it also works in meadows, deserts etc.
I know there are certain roles in the army you aren't eligible for if you are colour blind like electrician or bomb disposal, which kind of makes sense, but that is about the extent of my knowledge on it I'm afraid.
I wouldn't worry too much about aluminum cooking stuff, its so low to the ground and its generally only out whilst you use it. The British army doesn't bother painting its gear so I don't think you need to. But you can get spray paints in NATO Green and other colours from modeling shops, not sure how heatproof they are though.
@@dogdadoutdoors Thanks for that. The first job I went for at 18 was in a wool factory, which was when I discovered the extent of my colourblindness. I didn't get the job. This was a nice echo of the past - my dad didn't have it, but my grandfather went for a job on the railways and was tested, also failing to get that job. I don't fancy bomb disposal anyway. ;)
@@lettersquash It's not for me either!
I camp right in army training ground 😊😂😂..never been spotted..YET...
Hey, assume its a non-live-firing training area? Not worth messing about in there if they do, could be.....eventful!
@@dogdadoutdoors..🫡🫡..
interesting, How your Dog getting on?
He's good thanks. He has started his physiotherapy now and is doing 5 min lead walks to keep the joints moving. Worst bit is he isn't allowed upstairs until he is further along and so most nights I have ended up sleeping downstairs to keep him quiet. Last 2 nights I've actually slept in bed though, so hopefully he is getting used to it.
Good news on mend @@dogdadoutdoors Tuff not sleeping in bed.
Wait, its not legal to camp in the wild in Briton? Can you still choose your own spouse in Briton, or did the government take away that freedom too?
It's legal to camp, it's not legal to wild camp on somebody else's private land without their permission/ There are a few places you can legally wild camp, such as Dartmoor and most of Scotland.
@@dogdadoutdoors oh, that's good to know.
In the US there is a lot of government owned land called BLM land because the bureau of land management is responsible for it. We can camp on that land, but private property without permission is usually not legal. Its not a serious crime though.
I've probably walked right past you and not noticed you at all 😂
Quite a few people do, even when I'm just sitting, chilling out in the open. A deer walked right up to me once too and got the fright of its life when it twigged me, must have been about 5 feet away, I had to call out to warn it as I thought it was going to knock my stove over!
@@dogdadoutdoors I have only ever stumbled across deer over near Pyestock.
@@dogdadoutdoors I was once sat chilling with a cuppa and got accused of being a vagrant by a walker.
@@steveround315 I see them fairly regularly in Hawley woods, particularly late evening. I think it helps with the dogs as they go crashing through the bushes and flush them out before they get too close.
@@steveround315 That happened to me at the train station....on the way to work. To be fair I work in I.T and there were no customers that day!