I have cancer and can’t get out anymore. The hills of NC remind me so much of my youth camping, hiking, hunting, fishing in WV. I watch all your videos, I appreciate your honesty and agenda free channel. You and Susie keep doing what you do, it means more to people than you think. I wish I could help you on Patreon, I will when I can.
One of my best friends just celebrated their first year cancer free. His family has a genetic history, but he did it! We're now dreaming of starting a farm 🚜 Get ready for the day you're better Mike! You've got this dude!
Old comment I know, but congratulations on getting housed! I know how tough it can be. I was homeless for a year and it was the hardest year of my life by far. The way you are treated by the public is rough, it took a while to harden myself.. Best wishes for you and I hope we both have a roof over our head for the rest of our days (other than when we are out camping, of course!) ❤️
I became disabled a year ago. Had to learn how to walk all over again. I can’t go up or down stairs , hike or run anymore because of my disability. But I will keep trying to do some sort of outdoor activities. I want to thank you once again for your camping videos. The rain, snow and thunderstorms ones are my favorite! But for now you and Suzie are my outdoor trips! Thank you for all you do! God Bless!!!
Im handicapped as well. Ive been front porch camping 🏕 for a few years . If I'm feeling good I can drive over to a local park at the lake and do a day on the lake and make a breakfast and dinner before I come home . They have a tall grill that I can build a fire in and cook. It is very close to the table so I can cook easily. There are always possibilities! Stay strong and enjoy the outside even if its outside your own front door
A couple Stealth Camp tips for you: 1.) Set up in a small pocket in very dense brush; you'll blend in 2.) Stay out of sight of roads and trails (preferably above them) 3.) Don't bring food that needs cooking. Eat sandwiches. Saves on weigh as well (less gear)
Im happy i live in norway where you can camp anywhere you want as long as its 250m from closest building. Maximum 48 hours on the same spot tho unless its many miles from civilization then theres no limit to how long you can have your tent set up! I cant imagine the feeling of having to hide from park rangers and private land owners while out hiking and camping. Its sad.
I’m glad the poachers weren’t there when y’all stumbled across their camp. And the sound and sight you witnessed was a time traveler coming through, obviously 😂
Greetings from UK England, I love this channel, I've been a stealth viewer for quite sometime, and love the outdoors and wild camps. I always feel super inspired watching this channel, and appreciate the time & energy taken to make these videos. Love the gear reviews too, and have held off recently on making a purchase of the Snugpack Stratosphere after watching one of your more recent reviews on this bit of gear. Keep doing what you're doing, and you are very lucky to have a wife that supports your adventures : ) All the best Shahid
:: Gear List :: After receiving countless messages from viewers about supporting the channel through Amazon, I have begun using Amazon Affiliate links in the Adventure Videos and if you choose to purchase one of these products via these links I will receive a small commission which will help fund future honest reviews and adventures. The channel remains as it always was, 100% Agenda Free with no sponsored videos, no paid reviews, and I don't care if you purchase these products or not; you won't find affiliate links in review videos only in adventures. I'm going to do my best to put gear lists into all of my videos since everyone is asking for them all the time. For this trip, here are the big items that I used. Gear List : Propper Summerweight Tactical Shorts : amzn.to/34cp26p Fjallraven - Abisko Friluft 45 Backpack : amzn.to/3bP34KX North Face Ultra 109 GTX Shoes : amzn.to/3hSUEpK Osprey UL Packing Cube Bags : amzn.to/34hqyo8 Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : amzn.to/3ywOpOw TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : amzn.to/3vcItrL MSR Titan Small Cup : amzn.to/3f8U4T0 Fire Dragon Solid Fuel Stove : amzn.to/3oL71pg Expedition Research Hexamine Solid Fuel Tablets : amzn.to/3fi3E6e Kershaw Cryo II Folding Knife : amzn.to/2Sej6aD Lighters : amzn.to/3vhdXwU Snugpak Ionosphere Tent : amzn.to/2RNKZGp Nemo Zor Sleeping Pad : Oakley Men's Gradient Flak Jacket 03-881 Black Wrap Sunglasses : NiteCore NU32 Headlamp : amzn.to/3fxqLbU Onewind Quilt : amzn.to/3oPVCVp
This summer for the first time I finally switched to a plastic sheet for a ground sheet and have to say I am surprised with how well it worked and held up. I thought for sure it would wear out quickly or tear but that hasn't been the case over the entire summer season and using the same plastic sheet. Thanks for the tip!
Luke your style has become even more pleasing over the years. The vlog/ cinematic mix is epic! Don't stop. Doing well friend. I know the hard work 💪 you do in post and it pays off.
There's black angus cows in the pasture across the parkway from where you where camped they have been getting loose and walking along the shoulder of the road grazing at night. I'd said that's why that car stopped.
TOGR is the best. I do watch other channels, mainly for the vistas, to be honest, most of them are 15-50 minute commercials of them spouting off about some gear or blatantly placing the product(s) in every shot. I don't really need to hear the full name and specs of a coffee cup every time a guy sips. I get it, it's their livelihood, but you or the missus just go out, hike, camp, enjoy yourselves and tell us if something is junk or good after actually using it. It's very much appreciated. I need to drop in and get some more TOGR swag for Christmas gifts too. Thanks for being legit!
As always another great video!! I love watching because when I was alot younger I used to hike in the rockies every weekend from Estes Park , Continental divide, old mining towns . White water rafting. Now with my health I go hiking with you. Thank you for all of your videos. Gives me peace once again. ✌️❤️🙋👍😁🏕️
Super glad you continued the "Hiding in Plain Sight" stealth camp series. Your coyote story hit home: Last winter a pack was hunting a deer near where I was back country camping. Their movement through woods combined with blood-curdling yelps and howls really rattled me from a sound sleep at 2am. Hiking the mile back to my car in the cold darkness was pretty intense! Anyway, great video, Luke! Strength and honor!
I’m glad y’all haven’t washed away by all the remnants of hurricanes this year. Oh well, lots of water to run the springs and creeks. You might not want to advertise you found that site. It could come back on you or Susie. Be safe and careful.
When the camera is used to see you coming and going while hiking, how many times on these trips are you going back and forth? And I see nothing wrong with how you choose to cook while backpacking...
In my experience (as a Journeyman Lineman) there is ALWAYS an audible Boom 💥 anytime there is a significant discharge to ground. The volume is directly proportional to the difference in potential between those two electrical points. (It takes 10,000 Volts to jump a 1” air gap assuming average weather conditions)
Definitely not a transformer. For one thing it is almost impossible for a transformer to blow. What people are seeing when a "transformer explodes" is actually the fuse on the cutout blowing. Having been around them, they are very loud when they blow.
@@whatroad5652 My only experience with "signal flares" is Illumination mortars (cartridges); aren't they usually on little parachutes? Our illumination rounds last at least 30-40 seconds...
I really enjoy your storytelling and insights Luke. You always have something interesting to share. We are planning on camping next week after visiting my mom.
I was so hoping you would bust out the snugpak...then I saw the compression bag and was like...YEESSSS!!!!. I asked on your last stealth trip if you could bust it out....thank you so much for doing so
Luke👍👍 Yep, any camp is better than no camp.... This one was simple, easy(relatively) and quick. Good weather, interesting happenings, beautiful area and no discovery... Nice. Too bad about the forest fire and your destroyed property, hope all turns out ok. Poor Susie, didn't get to finish her beauty sleep...she doesn't really need it though 😊 Another great video, well done and presented, thanks. If you find one of those tents about 8'6" long, let me know. Enjoy!
Your story of getting blown was similar to mine. A lifetime of stealth tarping, and only got caught the once. I was in an alpine forest in Italy, well off the trail in a very discreet spot, when a Ranger walked straight into my camp. He was tracking a poacher and said it was a million to one chance that he'd spotted me. When he realised how committed I was to Leave No Trace he didn't force me to move, but like your guy said I'd better not be there after dawn...
Most suspenseful episode...ever! I enjoyed this a lot, Luke! Good luck to you and Susie. Hopefully things worked out at the house. Great advice... Great show!
Awesome!! love the music as well Luke :), scary stuff at 18:55 too haha, i thought i got seen Stealth camping once so far, it's very much not allowed here but keep a low profile, no fires and leave no trace i see no harm in doing so responsibly :).
Camping isn’t camping without good food, for me. You like the hiking aspect so I get why you’d want an easy meal but for me it’s all about the experience, and a hot stove with cast iron mini griddled steak is the way to go. Finish it off in the bread loaf tin oven and it’s perfection. I actually don’t mind the freeze dried meals, it’s the nasty orange meals that put me off.
You do what you have to do when you're on a trail I understand that a lot of people don't know what you have to do when you're on the trail especially when you're stealth camping and you need to be extremely incognito low profile nobody looking for you or nothing looking for you whatsoever I'm with you brother God bless you be safe
Luke, your production quality, editing, and scenery are top notch - as always. I enjoy hearing your stories, and always look forward to watching your next adventure.
I know you're a pro, TOGR. I watch a lot of bushcrafters and their video skills, or lack thereof. First thing I noticed is your editing. Your hiking pace and rhythm match - from cut to cut. Not many guys/gals do this. Each rhythmic foot step is 'in-time' (I'm also a frustrated musician/videographer, so, I know rhythm pretty well.). But, maybe you're using 2 or 3 cams. I see a few 'jump-cuts' now and again, but, they seem to work. Your camera comps are really nice. 'Insert' ''B'' scenes look awesome, and your hand-held shots are quite stable. And, locations - beautiful !! 4-K, I assume. Each camera angle is well thought out, yielding new angles. Very inspiring in these times of isolation. Man, I wish video had the ability to convey 'smell', and the aroma of cooked food. Someday? Great videos !! And, I THANK YOU.
Thanks for showing the little portable stove with solid fuel. Will work exellent for me, having something to eat and drink while been out walking for a long day and being some time away from home. Really like the light weight.
I can understand your logic: We cook every night at home, why cook on the trail? What I don't understand is why you use those solid fuel tabs. I've found that they gum up the pan and take too long to boil water. Granted, its more convenient to carry the tabs than alcohol for a Trangia. I guess it comes down simply to personal choice. Great video, keep 'em coming.
Hello from southeastern Ontario Canada. I'm so happy you reported that poachers camp. As a legal and ethical hunter who utilizes all usable parts of the game I harvest, I despise poachers. They give all ethical hunters a bad rep. These people are just that, poachers, not hunters. I report anything I suspect as poaching and let the authorities go from there. Thanks again for reporting such bad behavior.
I like how you put little notations on the screen about stuff that you see along the trail you don't have to speak you just put it up on the screen I like that too it keeps us entertained and focused in on your program
Don't feel bad...We went looking at sheds at a local Lowes place, and found a man in his sleeping bag in a shed without windows. I call that stealth. We figured he is homeless, but telling someone he is in there would be cruel. We let him sleep. Homeless shelters isn't always kind either...we understood that.
Just bought some of those new Mountain House meals because they FINALLY came in a 1 person serving size vs the 2-2.5 serving. Good to know that flavor actually tastes good so I don't have to plan a backup meal.
OMG Susie it sounds like you had more adventure than Luke did and you didn't even leave home! I'm so glad you're safe though. Better that the car crashed through the stone wall into the creek rather than the wall of your house 😮 though I do hope the wall is easily fixed up.
Awesome video Luke! I agree that was weird how that car just seemed to stop in the road and then seemed to turn your direction. What else seems a bit odd, is they seemed to be chasing an animal or something, and then there was the crash near your house the next morning from a car hitting a deer. It's weird how things seem to follow one another when you least expect it.
The sound you described sounds similar to an object breaking the sound barrier. Along with the light you saw, it sounds to me like the rockets we used to use in the Army. Not saying that's what it was, just my 2 cents
*City boy from NY here.* My analytical and map reading skills tell me you're in or near the *Cumberland Knob Rec Area/Blue Ridge Parkway. Going now to pitch my (Luke approved) Catoma IBNS* on top of my bed now and continue to watch stealth camping videos to continue to live vicariously through Luke and Steve Wallis. Good thing the wife is away visiting her parents. She just wouldn't understand as *WE ALL HERE* do. Researching "stealth camping" videos before heading to my local wooded park this weekend. Thanks
I know I've said this before but, for me, if you're going to stealth camp then red lights are MANDATORY for me at night....I absolutely HATE bright white lights at night....even inside a tent!! Otherwise another great adventure, brother!! Strength & Honor!!
Love the videos Luke. But, I would like to see a stealth camp adventure where Susie picks the location and drops you off in an unknown place where you literally don’t know where you are-just for fun :)
Cool video, Luke. My idea of camping has a campfire front and center, but there are those that want to learn the ins and outs of stealthy camping and that's cool. There's a guy named Steve Willis up in the Edmonton, Alberta area that has been doing that for years and posting his videos. You should check him out. Was that Cage The Elephant singing/performing the outro music?
Beautiful Autumn Road Trip! And that is just for starters! (Later:) MY IDEA of stealth camping doesn't rely on long-enough hiking. WHEN I found a reasonably flat, concealed space with water and without widowmakers., I would be 'done for the day/mission accomplished.' Luke, you moved on out of interest in exercise (maybe). Unless I was also trying to 'leave the area' as rapidly and as stealthily as possible, I would just find a place and 'done and dusted.' I am a HORACE KEPHART fan. He has a fine chapter on 'Hidden Camps' and how to make and how to disguise them. Stealth camping goes back in the history of our region!
Great Posting 👍 .. thanks. Bear .. the thought thereof makes me nervous. My German Equivalent (Esbit) .. my original South African Military Issue in the late 60's, has brewed everything from Tea to full English Breakfasts. Here in Switzerland, the Esbit Fuel Tabs are not freely available .. unlike Alcohol-Based Fuels (Brennsprit and Sicherheitsbrennpaste) which are much cheaper and can be sourced in most Supermarkets and Convenience Stores. Together with an assortment of home-made burners, Bob's your Uncle 😊. Take care .. strength and fortitude with the creek wall repair ..
I think that noise was an exploding bigfoot, they do that sometimes when the weather turns colder :) Also, that was probably what the car was looking at.
Suggestion for video: camping/rules for overnight places in USA, and rules in Park. For European (Finland) the rules are mostly simple. "everyman rights allow you to stay overnight nearly everywhere in forests, even if it is private forest".
You have inspired me to camp on my Harley in Wisconsin...from there I do some hiking...especially along the Wisconsin and Mississippi rivers...beautiful country
I have followed your channel for years. You do a good job. I’ve never commented till now. Regarding the poachers camp: never, ever, publicize your reporting of such. Do report to the authorities. DON’T tell me or anybody else about it. Big mistake putting that in the video. Other than that, fine work. Btw, I’m in Mississippi. Doc.
I often say, bad things happen to everyone eventually. It's all in how we choose to deal with adversity that can make all the difference. We can choose to be victims of our circumstances or survivors in spite of them. I really enjoy your talks in these videos.
I successfully lived in a beautiful green belt for 15 months over the last 4 years. I love that place, no one but the rising creek ever told me I had to go. No one ever knew I was there.
That's some beautiful looking area your going through brother, I myself wouldn't know how to handle all of that GREENERY. Where I live you just have different shades of brown and tan lol!! Don't get me wrong I love it out here. Great channel you have my friend,we all look forward to each new vid.👍
I live a short drive away from Shenandoah National Park and this year the crowds have been insane!! It’s been near impossible finding an easy to moderate trail (and depending on the day even the difficult long one’s are full of crowds) that is not packed full of people, even what I thought were my hidden gems have been full. I’m wondering what the trails will look like in the winter cause it seems everyones quarantine hobby turned out to be hiking lol.
One of the best parts of camping is cooking out over an open fire. I understand that isn't an option for stealth camping but traditional camping is no fun for me unless I am roasting a chicken on a spit, frying up some catfish, or rock frying a huge T-Bone. As for the sound, def sounds like a meteor.
That was definitely a very awesome experience of a solo overnight stealth camp And so far for me I myself camping going on 53 and I have not been caught yet
That vehicle might be picking up some shine from a drop! Rangers up here have IR cameras so I need to be well into the woods when I go out... across streams and well off the trail and miles away from roads! If they have to get out of their truck, hopefully not willing to get their feet wet! It's worth it though!
@theOutdoorGearReview, use the force Luke, you give so much strength to many of us to do things that we can not do. Hard to describe, but I am thankful to live vicariously through you. You give us such strength , you have no idea how much .. Love you, WWG1WGA
Squirrel hunting when I was a kid, ran on a moonshine still. It was real disorganized, jugs everywhere, a camp fire. I started looking at stuff and this old guy in worn, denim overhauls stepped out from behind a big hickory, with a double barrel .12 gauge broke over his right arm. I was 13 years old and sooo curious. He was about 50ish, two weeks growth of beard and about 12 feet tall. At least that’s how he looked to me. “What you doing boy”? I near jumped outta my skin. “Just squirrel hunting, Sir”, I trembled. He didn’t smile. He said, “You need to go on. You’re not welcome here”. I did an about face as I said, “Yes, Sir”. Didn’t look back. Texas
That sound you heard and flash could've been a microburt aka down burst. that's where an air front just drops to earth rapidly all of a sudden all at once. images of these things are pretty incredible. i recommend googling them sometime.
Just recently found u guys, absolutely love your vids.! Family has had a place in Blowing Rock or West Jefferson most of my adult life. Thank you for sharing.! Strength and Honor..
I have cancer and can’t get out anymore. The hills of NC remind me so much of my youth camping, hiking, hunting, fishing in WV. I watch all your videos, I appreciate your honesty and agenda free channel. You and Susie keep doing what you do, it means more to people than you think. I wish I could help you on Patreon, I will when I can.
You stay strong my friend...god bless
@@mikeoconnell8377 thank you brother
One of my best friends just celebrated their first year cancer free. His family has a genetic history, but he did it! We're now dreaming of starting a farm 🚜 Get ready for the day you're better Mike! You've got this dude!
@@annasun6420 thank you
@Alan formula1 thank you brother
Awesome video. I lived for a few years homeless and how you camp was how I lived. I have now been permanently housed for four years
"Permanently"? If you don't pay rent it's not permanent.
@@frequentselfpleasure642 but I do hence my comment
Old comment I know, but congratulations on getting housed! I know how tough it can be. I was homeless for a year and it was the hardest year of my life by far. The way you are treated by the public is rough, it took a while to harden myself.. Best wishes for you and I hope we both have a roof over our head for the rest of our days (other than when we are out camping, of course!) ❤️
I became disabled a year ago. Had to learn how to walk all over again. I can’t go up or down stairs , hike or run anymore because of my disability. But I will keep trying to do some sort of outdoor activities. I want to thank you once again for your camping videos. The rain, snow and thunderstorms ones are my favorite! But for now you and Suzie are my outdoor trips! Thank you for all you do! God Bless!!!
Look up Doctor Joel wallach.
Im handicapped as well. Ive been front porch camping 🏕 for a few years . If I'm feeling good I can drive over to a local park at the lake and do a day on the lake and make a breakfast and dinner before I come home . They have a tall grill that I can build a fire in and cook. It is very close to the table so I can cook easily. There are always possibilities! Stay strong and enjoy the outside even if its outside your own front door
sry to hear that kitty u need a new master that will take you out so u dont need to walk
Stay strong and keep fighting. God bless.
A couple Stealth Camp tips for you:
1.) Set up in a small pocket in very dense brush; you'll blend in
2.) Stay out of sight of roads and trails (preferably above them)
3.) Don't bring food that needs cooking. Eat sandwiches. Saves on weigh as well (less gear)
Im happy i live in norway where you can camp anywhere you want as long as its 250m from closest building. Maximum 48 hours on the same spot tho unless its many miles from civilization then theres no limit to how long you can have your tent set up! I cant imagine the feeling of having to hide from park rangers and private land owners while out hiking and camping. Its sad.
I am from the Netherlands and would love to live in Norway.
@@Romin.777 Ha ha I used to do stealth camping in NL, the Boswachter caught me once lol but didn't give me a ticket
@@simonh6371 Ko de boswachter? ;)
Flauw, ik weet het. Ghehe
@Veronica Bolanos yep..
@Veronica Bolanos exactly
Looks like Luke decided to HUNKER DOWN this time! Wonder if he brought some step two’s.
Always need to carry the Step two's with you. :P
He and Steve should do one together 😂
@@myinfo2991 yes!!
I’m glad the poachers weren’t there when y’all stumbled across their camp.
And the sound and sight you witnessed was a time traveler coming through, obviously 😂
Greetings from UK England, I love this channel, I've been a stealth viewer for quite sometime, and love the outdoors and wild camps. I always feel super inspired watching this channel, and appreciate the time & energy taken to make these videos. Love the gear reviews too, and have held off recently on making a purchase of the Snugpack Stratosphere after watching one of your more recent reviews on this bit of gear.
Keep doing what you're doing, and you are very lucky to have a wife that supports your adventures : )
All the best
Shahid
They strip the bears down for parts??? It’s gods creature not a damn Chevy !!! 😡 That’s very upsetting 😥 keep reporting the poachers please Luke x
I despise poachers so much, well done on reporting them, great video!
@Josh glad to hear it!
:: Gear List ::
After receiving countless messages from viewers about supporting the channel through Amazon, I have begun using Amazon Affiliate links in the Adventure Videos and if you choose to purchase one of these products via these links I will receive a small commission which will help fund future honest reviews and adventures.
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I'm going to do my best to put gear lists into all of my videos since everyone is asking for them all the time.
For this trip, here are the big items that I used.
Gear List :
Propper Summerweight Tactical Shorts : amzn.to/34cp26p
Fjallraven - Abisko Friluft 45 Backpack : amzn.to/3bP34KX
North Face Ultra 109 GTX Shoes : amzn.to/3hSUEpK
Osprey UL Packing Cube Bags : amzn.to/34hqyo8
Toaks 750ML Pot with Bail Handle : amzn.to/3ywOpOw
TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl : amzn.to/3vcItrL
MSR Titan Small Cup : amzn.to/3f8U4T0
Fire Dragon Solid Fuel Stove : amzn.to/3oL71pg
Expedition Research Hexamine Solid Fuel Tablets : amzn.to/3fi3E6e
Kershaw Cryo II Folding Knife : amzn.to/2Sej6aD
Lighters : amzn.to/3vhdXwU
Snugpak Ionosphere Tent : amzn.to/2RNKZGp
Nemo Zor Sleeping Pad :
Oakley Men's Gradient Flak Jacket 03-881 Black Wrap Sunglasses :
NiteCore NU32 Headlamp : amzn.to/3fxqLbU
Onewind Quilt : amzn.to/3oPVCVp
This summer for the first time I finally switched to a plastic sheet for a ground sheet and have to say I am surprised with how well it worked and held up. I thought for sure it would wear out quickly or tear but that hasn't been the case over the entire summer season and using the same plastic sheet. Thanks for the tip!
Luke your style has become even more pleasing over the years. The vlog/ cinematic mix is epic! Don't stop. Doing well friend. I know the hard work 💪 you do in post and it pays off.
There's black angus cows in the pasture across the parkway from where you where camped they have been getting loose and walking along the shoulder of the road grazing at night. I'd said that's why that car stopped.
Wow what a majestical sunrise!
I see I'm not the only one who recognizes some of Luke's secret locations.
TOGR is the best. I do watch other channels, mainly for the vistas, to be honest, most of them are 15-50 minute commercials of them spouting off about some gear or blatantly placing the product(s) in every shot. I don't really need to hear the full name and specs of a coffee cup every time a guy sips. I get it, it's their livelihood, but you or the missus just go out, hike, camp, enjoy yourselves and tell us if something is junk or good after actually using it. It's very much appreciated. I need to drop in and get some more TOGR swag for Christmas gifts too. Thanks for being legit!
You used the stove wrong, being a British army issue item it's optimised for brewing tea ;)
ha!
Well mine is a west german one. A Natit.
Made a tiny pfennig burner for it wich also fits inside when it's closed. ;)
Earl Grey tea at that..
@@Romin.777 The German version is optimised for the distilling process no doubt... 😉
@@InimitaPaul hahaha Genau
As always another great video!! I love watching because when I was alot younger I used to hike in the rockies every weekend from Estes Park , Continental divide, old mining towns . White water rafting. Now with my health I go hiking with you. Thank you for all of your videos. Gives me peace once again. ✌️❤️🙋👍😁🏕️
i love that you show things like "a very old fence post"! you appreciate the small things in life and its awesome!
Super glad you continued the "Hiding in Plain Sight" stealth camp series. Your coyote story hit home: Last winter a pack was hunting a deer near where I was back country camping. Their movement through woods combined with blood-curdling yelps and howls really rattled me from a sound sleep at 2am. Hiking the mile back to my car in the cold darkness was pretty intense! Anyway, great video, Luke! Strength and honor!
Thank you for this stealth adventure! That Sunrise gave me chills, beautiful and majestic. Be safe and healthy!
I’m glad y’all haven’t washed away by all the remnants of hurricanes this year. Oh well, lots of water to run the springs and creeks. You might not want to advertise you found that site. It could come back on you or Susie. Be safe and careful.
When the camera is used to see you coming and going while hiking, how many times on these trips are you going back and forth?
And I see nothing wrong with how you choose to cook while backpacking...
I’m in the same boat as Mikerometer. Thanks for letting us camp thru you. Be thankful for your good health.
I hate poachers! Glad Susie found their camp. I hope they catch them.
The flash you saw/heard sounds like a transformer letting go, plasma discharge.
I concur, that was my thinking on it.
In my experience (as a Journeyman Lineman) there is ALWAYS an audible Boom 💥 anytime there is a significant discharge to ground. The volume is directly proportional to the difference in potential between those two electrical points. (It takes 10,000 Volts to jump a 1” air gap assuming average weather conditions)
i was thinking of a signal flare.
Definitely not a transformer. For one thing it is almost impossible for a transformer to blow. What people are seeing when a "transformer explodes" is actually the fuse on the cutout blowing. Having been around them, they are very loud when they blow.
@@whatroad5652 My only experience with "signal flares" is Illumination mortars (cartridges); aren't they usually on little parachutes? Our illumination rounds last at least 30-40 seconds...
I really enjoy your storytelling and insights Luke. You always have something interesting to share. We are planning on camping next week after visiting my mom.
Me, too.
I wish he'd include perhaps a "Story Time With Luke" each episode.
Especially the hunkering down in snowstorm segments...
I thought I was the only one who used to fire dragon stove for hiking good choice they are pretty handy.👍🦉🐿️🍽️✨🇺🇸✨
I was so hoping you would bust out the snugpak...then I saw the compression bag and was like...YEESSSS!!!!.
I asked on your last stealth trip if you could bust it out....thank you so much for doing so
It’s true. Another great adventure. Love the shots, editing, and narration. Well done Luke.
Couple of the Year!!! Best thing in 2020, Luke & Susie!! Thank you
Flashes in the sky, strange sounds, cars at night, coincidentally strange accident at home, hmmmmmmm, ...........X Files?
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*I W A N T T O B E L I E V E*
I agree , it's not about what you decide to eat, the simpler the better.... it's about the adventure , enjoying nature , the great outdoors
Luke👍👍 Yep, any camp is better than no camp.... This one was simple, easy(relatively) and quick. Good weather, interesting happenings, beautiful area and no discovery... Nice. Too bad about the forest fire and your destroyed property, hope all turns out ok. Poor Susie, didn't get to finish her beauty sleep...she doesn't really need it though 😊 Another great video, well done and presented, thanks. If you find one of those tents about 8'6" long, let me know. Enjoy!
Your story of getting blown was similar to mine. A lifetime of stealth tarping, and only got caught the once. I was in an alpine forest in Italy, well off the trail in a very discreet spot, when a Ranger walked straight into my camp. He was tracking a poacher and said it was a million to one chance that he'd spotted me. When he realised how committed I was to Leave No Trace he didn't force me to move, but like your guy said I'd better not be there after dawn...
Most suspenseful episode...ever! I enjoyed this a lot, Luke! Good luck to you and Susie. Hopefully things worked out at the house. Great advice... Great show!
Awesome!! love the music as well Luke :), scary stuff at 18:55 too haha, i thought i got seen Stealth camping once so far, it's very much not allowed here but keep a low profile, no fires and leave no trace i see no harm in doing so responsibly :).
Camping isn’t camping without good food, for me. You like the hiking aspect so I get why you’d want an easy meal but for me it’s all about the experience, and a hot stove with cast iron mini griddled steak is the way to go. Finish it off in the bread loaf tin oven and it’s perfection. I actually don’t mind the freeze dried meals, it’s the nasty orange meals that put me off.
Thank you. Very beautiful scenery. Stay well.
You do what you have to do when you're on a trail I understand that a lot of people don't know what you have to do when you're on the trail especially when you're stealth camping and you need to be extremely incognito low profile nobody looking for you or nothing looking for you whatsoever I'm with you brother God bless you be safe
Luke, your production quality, editing, and scenery are top notch - as always. I enjoy hearing your stories, and always look forward to watching your next adventure.
I know you're a pro, TOGR. I watch a lot of bushcrafters and their video skills, or lack thereof. First thing I noticed is your editing. Your hiking pace and rhythm match - from cut to cut. Not many guys/gals do this. Each rhythmic foot step is 'in-time' (I'm also a frustrated musician/videographer, so, I know rhythm pretty well.). But, maybe you're using 2 or 3 cams. I see a few 'jump-cuts' now and again, but, they seem to work. Your camera comps are really nice. 'Insert' ''B'' scenes look awesome, and your hand-held shots are quite stable. And, locations - beautiful !! 4-K, I assume. Each camera angle is well thought out, yielding new angles. Very inspiring in these times of isolation. Man, I wish video had the ability to convey 'smell', and the aroma of cooked food. Someday? Great videos !! And, I THANK YOU.
What a trip. The beautiful shots, the things you describe. It’s like I was there.
Thanks for showing the little portable stove with solid fuel. Will work exellent for me, having something to eat and drink while been out walking for a long day and being some time away from home. Really like the light weight.
I can understand your logic: We cook every night at home, why cook on the trail? What I don't understand is why you use those solid fuel tabs. I've found that they gum up the pan and take too long to boil water. Granted, its more convenient to carry the tabs than alcohol for a Trangia. I guess it comes down simply to personal choice. Great video, keep 'em coming.
Hello from southeastern Ontario Canada. I'm so happy you reported that poachers camp. As a legal and ethical hunter who utilizes all usable parts of the game I harvest, I despise poachers. They give all ethical hunters a bad rep. These people are just that, poachers, not hunters. I report anything I suspect as poaching and let the authorities go from there. Thanks again for reporting such bad behavior.
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I like how you put little notations on the screen about stuff that you see along the trail you don't have to speak you just put it up on the screen I like that too it keeps us entertained and focused in on your program
Don't feel bad...We went looking at sheds at a local Lowes place, and found a man in his sleeping bag in a shed without windows. I call that stealth. We figured he is homeless, but telling someone he is in there would be cruel. We let him sleep. Homeless shelters isn't always kind either...we understood that.
Just bought some of those new Mountain House meals because they FINALLY came in a 1 person serving size vs the 2-2.5 serving. Good to know that flavor actually tastes good so I don't have to plan a backup meal.
OMG Susie it sounds like you had more adventure than Luke did and you didn't even leave home! I'm so glad you're safe though. Better that the car crashed through the stone wall into the creek rather than the wall of your house 😮 though I do hope the wall is easily fixed up.
Awesome video Luke! I agree that was weird how that car just seemed to stop in the road and then seemed to turn your direction. What else seems a bit odd, is they seemed to be chasing an animal or something, and then there was the crash near your house the next morning from a car hitting a deer. It's weird how things seem to follow one another when you least expect it.
Stay strong, stay positive, stay with us. Best wishes from England!
Luke, you and stve wallace doing a stealth camp together would be epic!!!
I don't think I've ever seen Luke admitting to a step two!
@@alexandergutfeldt1144 i think he drank a beer once, lol
i think he mention having a drink with susie on one of their adventures
Steve is camping with him....he just doesn't realise it
#HunkerDown
Love these stealth camping videos
The sound you described sounds similar to an object breaking the sound barrier. Along with the light you saw, it sounds to me like the rockets we used to use in the Army. Not saying that's what it was, just my 2 cents
*City boy from NY here.* My analytical and map reading skills tell me you're in or near the *Cumberland Knob Rec Area/Blue Ridge Parkway. Going now to pitch my (Luke approved) Catoma IBNS* on top of my bed now and continue to watch stealth camping videos to continue to live vicariously through Luke and Steve Wallis. Good thing the wife is away visiting her parents. She just wouldn't understand as *WE ALL HERE* do. Researching "stealth camping" videos before heading to my local wooded park this weekend. Thanks
You really are the king of walking past the camera lol 😆 i love it lol 😆. Love the tent too
I know I've said this before but, for me, if you're going to stealth camp then red lights are MANDATORY for me at night....I absolutely HATE bright white lights at night....even inside a tent!! Otherwise another great adventure, brother!! Strength & Honor!!
Love the videos Luke. But, I would like to see a stealth camp adventure where Susie picks the location and drops you off in an unknown place where you literally don’t know where you are-just for fun :)
Cool video, Luke. My idea of camping has a campfire front and center, but there are those that want to learn the ins and outs of stealthy camping and that's cool. There's a guy named Steve Willis up in the Edmonton, Alberta area that has been doing that for years and posting his videos. You should check him out.
Was that Cage The Elephant singing/performing the outro music?
16:31 Best example of stealth. Neon green food pouch. Thank you for awesome content!
Hey Luke beautiful area hope y'all are doing well much love your way be safe have a wonderful night
Beautiful Autumn Road Trip! And that is just for starters! (Later:) MY IDEA of stealth camping doesn't rely on long-enough hiking. WHEN I found a reasonably flat, concealed space with water and without widowmakers., I would be 'done for the day/mission accomplished.' Luke, you moved on out of interest in exercise (maybe). Unless I was also trying to 'leave the area' as rapidly and as stealthily as possible, I would just find a place and 'done and dusted.' I am a HORACE KEPHART fan. He has a fine chapter on 'Hidden Camps' and how to make and how to disguise them. Stealth camping goes back in the history of our region!
Great Posting 👍 .. thanks.
Bear .. the thought thereof makes me nervous.
My German Equivalent (Esbit) .. my original South African Military Issue in the late 60's, has brewed everything from Tea to full English Breakfasts.
Here in Switzerland, the Esbit Fuel Tabs are not freely available .. unlike Alcohol-Based Fuels (Brennsprit and Sicherheitsbrennpaste) which are much cheaper and can be sourced in most Supermarkets and Convenience Stores. Together with an assortment of home-made burners, Bob's your Uncle 😊.
Take care .. strength and fortitude with the creek wall repair ..
I hope that truck didn't do too much damage to your wall but it's good that everyone's safe and sound. ❤uGuys
35 minute episode - All killer, no filler.
Really interesting episode this was. Excellent.
I think that noise was an exploding bigfoot, they do that sometimes when the weather turns colder :) Also, that was probably what the car was looking at.
The "poof" you heard was probably someone's moonshine still going off ;) Great video as always, thank you :)
Thought the same thing!
Good man. Swapping the driver to go home was a most excellent thing to do. Nice to see that chivalry is not dead.
Thanks for sharing the sun rise. Really enjoy the videos. Stay safe!
Nice stealth camping. Stay safe luke and Susie
Suggestion for video: camping/rules for overnight places in USA, and rules in Park. For European (Finland) the rules are mostly simple. "everyman rights allow you to stay overnight nearly everywhere in forests, even if it is private forest".
Have you experienced anything supernatural while camping? Keep doing what you do, love your vids.
You have inspired me to camp on my Harley in Wisconsin...from there I do some hiking...especially along the Wisconsin and Mississippi rivers...beautiful country
Thanks for another great adventure Luke.
I have followed your channel for years. You do a good job. I’ve never commented till now. Regarding the poachers camp: never, ever, publicize your reporting of such. Do report to the authorities. DON’T tell me or anybody else about it. Big mistake putting that in the video. Other than that, fine work. Btw, I’m in Mississippi. Doc.
Great video! Sorry about your rock wall. Thank you for reporting the poachers! Can’t wait for the next vid!
Hope they don’t watch this video...
I often say, bad things happen to everyone eventually. It's all in how we choose to deal with adversity that can make all the difference. We can choose to be victims of our circumstances or survivors in spite of them. I really enjoy your talks in these videos.
I successfully lived in a beautiful green belt for 15 months over the last 4 years. I love that place, no one but the rising creek ever told me I had to go. No one ever knew I was there.
Luke, I am glad your snugpak does you well. Unfortunately, the newer ones leave something to be desired.
That's some beautiful looking area your going through brother,
I myself wouldn't know how to handle all of that GREENERY.
Where I live you just have different shades of brown and tan lol!!
Don't get me wrong I love it out here.
Great channel you have my friend,we all look forward to each new vid.👍
I live a short drive away from Shenandoah National Park and this year the crowds have been insane!! It’s been near impossible finding an easy to moderate trail (and depending on the day even the difficult long one’s are full of crowds) that is not packed full of people, even what I thought were my hidden gems have been full. I’m wondering what the trails will look like in the winter cause it seems everyones quarantine hobby turned out to be hiking lol.
The people on the road probably spotted a Sasquatch. Sounds like you heard one, the "Whoof" sound. Awesome!!
Big fan of your videos. The quality of your videos keep getting better and better. Nice work.
One of the best parts of camping is cooking out over an open fire. I understand that isn't an option for stealth camping but traditional camping is no fun for me unless I am roasting a chicken on a spit, frying up some catfish, or rock frying a huge T-Bone.
As for the sound, def sounds like a meteor.
That was definitely a very awesome experience of a solo overnight stealth camp
And so far for me I myself camping going on 53 and I have not been caught yet
That vehicle might be picking up some shine from a drop! Rangers up here have IR cameras so I need to be well into the woods when I go out... across streams and well off the trail and miles away from roads! If they have to get out of their truck, hopefully not willing to get their feet wet! It's worth it though!
You have a flair for the Dramatic. Definitely a spot along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Beautiful visuals & accompanying soundtracks... I didn't think your videos could get any better but they sure have!
@theOutdoorGearReview, use the force Luke, you give so much strength to many of us to do things that we can not do. Hard to describe, but I am thankful to live vicariously through you. You give us such strength , you have no idea how much .. Love you, WWG1WGA
Dude you gave some serious guts! Between the horror movie music and the rogue vehicle, I don’t know if I ever want to go out again! Lol
Squirrel hunting when I was a kid, ran on a moonshine still. It was real disorganized, jugs everywhere, a camp fire. I started looking at stuff and this old guy in worn, denim overhauls stepped out from behind a big hickory, with a double barrel .12 gauge broke over his right arm. I was 13 years old and sooo curious. He was about 50ish, two weeks growth of beard and about 12 feet tall. At least that’s how he looked to me. “What you doing boy”? I near jumped outta my skin. “Just squirrel hunting, Sir”, I trembled. He didn’t smile. He said, “You need to go on. You’re not welcome here”. I did an about face as I said, “Yes, Sir”. Didn’t look back. Texas
Keep doing more of these please ! Series made me subscribe.. keep it up
Nice see Susie and you always smiling.
Thanks for sharing the adventure.
Blessing my friends.
Arturo from Metepec, Mexico.
Luke I love you guys I watch your vids allthe time.May GOD Bless you and your whole family!!!!
That sound you heard and flash could've been a microburt aka down burst. that's where an air front just drops to earth rapidly all of a sudden all at once. images of these things are pretty incredible. i recommend googling them sometime.
She says “Bye” very happily! He starts talking and slams the door! 😂 Love your videos though! 👍🏻👍🏻
Hey Luke, night vision products review could be good. Love the channel. Hi Suzi
Just recently found u guys, absolutely love your vids.! Family has had a place in Blowing Rock or West Jefferson most of my adult life. Thank you for sharing.! Strength and Honor..
Will be breathing that mountain air again soon enough! I cannot wait!! Thanks for posting videos like this too hold me over in the meantime
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Pretty fall colors! I really enjoy seeing your adventures!