My top 15 tips for Stealth Camping

In this video I talk about my 15 top tips for stealth camping, including considerations, planning and kit preparation.
This information is based on my experience of 25 years in the Parachute Regiment, most of which was in reconnaissance units (1 Para Patrols and the Pathfinders), where we had to 'stealth camp' for real, to avoid detection from enemy forces on operations overseas.

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  • @learn2rideVIDEOS
    @learn2rideVIDEOS Жыл бұрын

    'Leave no trace' is right. Pi55es me off when people drop their shit everywhere along the beautiful countryside. Good vid.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Same here, it breaks me. Thanks!

  • @anthonymorelli1636
    @anthonymorelli1636 Жыл бұрын

    Hands down the most informative video about stealth camping that I have seen yet,I go to our local regional park to spend a night when things are rough at the house and it took me a whole summer to figure out how to do all the things that you have shared with us ,before I even knew that it was stealth camping basically I learned the hard way.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers, much appreciated. My info was learned through 25 military experience.

  • @nw649
    @nw649 Жыл бұрын

    Besides brightness on a device: turn it to "dark mode" making all your backgrounds black. Red LEDs are better, but the most urgent aspect of light discipline is to never point any light, red or no, to your x axis. Look straight ahead of you - never point a light that way. You can see even a low powered red LED for miles at night under good conditions. Keep your lights pointed straight down, read maps laying down, and never sway or move the light source while using it if possible. Throw a jacket over you while you do it, even better. Multiple people can circle their shelters in a "formation" which blocks visibility and some sound.

  • @hlaggy3164

    @hlaggy3164

    11 ай бұрын

    P

  • @wmluna381
    @wmluna3814 ай бұрын

    Learned some brand new tips on light and noise discipline. TY

  • @davids9549
    @davids9549 Жыл бұрын

    Good points all. I've in effect stealth camped for many years, because I just prefer not being seen. Good for a bit of 'impromptu' fishing too. This is likely to become increasingly important as we get regulated off the hills and other wild places. One tip of my own I would add - if you're somewhere a bit iffy, don't cook at camp, period. Do your site recce, then eat offsite before setting up, and pack away your camp completely before cooking that breakfast/coffee somewhere else. You rightly focus on visual and aural 'signature', but there's smell too! Your Pocket Rocket sounds like a blowtorch, btw (I used to use one) - a simple meths burner is silent and if you sit it inside a cone there's no visible flame either. Leaving No Trace is of course paramount, but (and I know this isn't popular) I wonder whether that should include leaving no digital trace as well? There are so many wildcamping videos out there of a type which simply hand the enemy evidence on a plate.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Tbh the pocket rocket can’t be heard from a fairly short distance out. If you’re that close to people you’ve messed up.

  • @davids9549

    @davids9549

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder True I daresay. I've had an unfair downer on canister-top stoves ever since I knocked over my Pocket Rocket and torched my tent (pilot error, clumsy so-and-so, etc etc). This resulted in not the most comfortable of nights in wildest Knoydart, and prompted my transfer to alcohol burners inside an oh-so-stable pot support windshield cone. Lacking gas's cookability for sure, but cheaper, lighter, simpler, and blissfully silent. Before you were born (probably) I was still using a Pocket Primus paraffin job, which sounded like a motorbike.

  • @twenchtowers3894
    @twenchtowers3894 Жыл бұрын

    Carrying Secateurs is sensible - they are invaluable for tackling brambles.

  • @Guide504
    @Guide504 Жыл бұрын

    Deer managers are trackers and they will notice you and find you, I cover several thousand acres, and even then the slightest thing out of place stands out like a beacon. Even the disturbed pattern of behaviour from wild life, like absent birds or bird noise. Mammals in unusual places at odd times e.t.c. It is fascinating to truly know and be passive in your environment, as a visitor you will have no concept of the familiarity of those who work the land, talk to them it is very rewarding with humility and a little charm.

  • @davefloyd9443

    @davefloyd9443

    2 ай бұрын

    Good advice. Particularly in places where Joe Public doesn't consider ongoing deer management as a factor in stealth camping. Places like the New Forest, which is large, and is an SSE, National Park, and has weird ancient laws, which means it is heavily legislated against habitat damage and disturbing wildlife. Yes, it is generally covered by Forestry Commision employees in vehicles, who lock the car park gates at dusk and bugger off, but it also has dedicated rangers who are responsible for the Deer and 'perambulate' around their territory looking for invasive species, poachers, and damaged fences. As you say, they WILL notice anything out of place.

  • @keeblem1
    @keeblem111 ай бұрын

    I've often thought having secateurs are useful camping tool. Glad someone else has thought of it!

  • @bushcraftbasics2036
    @bushcraftbasics2036 Жыл бұрын

    Great video. I suspect many watching this already know but you can also get watch bands and covers the reflective face. Alternatively, you can just wear the watch on the inside of your wrist.

  • @Section20Ul
    @Section20Ul Жыл бұрын

    Stealth camping we always called a cold camp, as in we didn't have a fire going. Where I live there's an abundance of places you can get your basha up and a fire going. From the coast inwards it just gets wilder. So I'm very fortunate.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds awesome, whereabouts are you?

  • @Section20Ul

    @Section20Ul

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder SW Scotland. I live very close to the coast and the Southern uplands are a couple of days tabbing away inland. it gets remote very quickly about here, if you're moving South or East. If I've got to cold camp or the Weather has turned really bad, I'll look for a dense forestry block. They're all over the countryside. Just crawl your arse in even if you have to drag your bergen in behind you. Once inside you're pretty much weather proof. Gotta be wary of fire on the pine needle floors though, so usually get the esbit out for brews. The older growth ones are good for slinging up the hammock and getting off the floor.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Section20Ul awesome, my in laws live an hour north west of Glasgow, so we get up there a few times a year.

  • @Section20Ul

    @Section20Ul

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder If you ever get the chance, The Southern Upland way is an amazing trail. I've walked it/parts of it several times in my younger days, staying out for 2-3 weeks sometimes. There are bothies along the way, if you ever want roof over you're head for the night and just so many amazing places to get the basha up. Was never one for a tent unless it's winter. For years I used one of them German bag's with the arms (godzilla suit). Big old snugpak and mtp bivvy these days.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Section20Ul cheers, l’ll have a look at that. Yeah l had one of those German doss bags years ago, they weren’t very warm!

  • @danielholman7225
    @danielholman72254 ай бұрын

    Reading the comments, someone said this was their favorite stealth camping vid. Yeah, I’d agree w that. You did a great job of covering a lot of details. It was very well presented as well. State side here. Thanks very much. I’am going to watch it a second time.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks mate, much appreciated 👍

  • @Reichsadler-Germania
    @Reichsadler-Germania Жыл бұрын

    Haha! That critter nearly ran over you, mate! I almost burst out laughing! Best scene! As always: thumbs up!

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah made me laugh! Cheers!

  • @soggz4246
    @soggz4246 Жыл бұрын

    Hi. Great vid. I’m always off walking around our local woods, looking for places to set up for the night. Fallen trees like the one you are sat on are great, with a tarp over one side, like ‘half a tent’. Going back to noise, and being silent… one thing that some people can’t control, is SNORING, when they are asleep. Big giveaway! I wonder how many people have been found, because of it? All the best.👍🏾🇬🇧

  • @Mugwumps107
    @Mugwumps10710 ай бұрын

    I’ve watched this one must be four or five times now, excellent information and presented well. You knows your onions friend 👍🏻

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    10 ай бұрын

    Cheers mate 👍

  • @littlebull8881
    @littlebull8881 Жыл бұрын

    Spring Hare dude, hey have nearly 360° panoramic vision, allowing them to detect predators from all directions. They can see everything behind them and only have a small blind-spot in front of their nose. Seems that blind spot was effecting that Jack. They are normally shy animals, hares change their behaviour in spring, when they can be seen in broad daylight chasing one another around.👌🏻

  • @billyandrew

    @billyandrew

    Жыл бұрын

    The mad March hare. Mating season, when you often see the males involved in bouts of boxing.

  • @littlebull8881

    @littlebull8881

    Жыл бұрын

    @@billyandrew indeed, typical male behaviour in attempt for attention from Mrs Hare 👍🏻

  • @jameshogan5029
    @jameshogan5029 Жыл бұрын

    A tip I got from a COP bloke was to carry light green string so you can tie back foliage to make a space / access etc without having to cut anything. Probably overkill, unless you are in a South Armagh field. Good video as ever Tom

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers, yeah maybe a bit overkill for civvie use! 😂

  • @tw424

    @tw424

    Жыл бұрын

    If it is a longer term camp, cut off foliage will die and will be a giveaway (if it is leaf covered). Also tying back is more kindly to the environment and leaves less trace!

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tw424 roger, sounds great in theory but the foliage may not be in a convenient place to tie back and have the effect you want. Obviously if you cut anything it will need to be replaced after a couple of days, but most stealth campers will only be out for a night or two.

  • @OldNavajoTricks

    @OldNavajoTricks

    11 ай бұрын

    I often use para to pull back foliage before setting up, then release and it falls back into place over your shelter option.

  • @Stoney_AKA_James
    @Stoney_AKA_James Жыл бұрын

    Great tips! While in the Rangers, we "stealth camped" all of the time! In my day pack, my shelter consists of a bug tent and a camo 10x10 tarp

  • @WickedgameC175

    @WickedgameC175

    Жыл бұрын

    Charlie Hardrock 1/75. Stealth camped all the time.

  • @Stoney_AKA_James

    @Stoney_AKA_James

    Жыл бұрын

    @@WickedgameC175 2/75 here

  • @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    Жыл бұрын

    I‘m usin‘ the KSK tarp - great quality - endurance just for pros mate!

  • @annaravenhand5536

    @annaravenhand5536

    Жыл бұрын

    What kind of bug tent

  • @susanp.collins7834
    @susanp.collins78344 ай бұрын

    Here in South Africa, outside of a properly fenced in 'legal' campsite, you need to be VERY careful. There are some people you DO NOT want stumbling upon your camp - even less if you are 67 and female. I live in a nicely fenced farm garden and anywhere within hiking distance belongs to the people who own the garden. But that means nothing. So, videos like this are of extreme interest to me.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    4 ай бұрын

    Roger, everyone’s circumstances and threats will be different. Stay safe out there.

  • @AT-ev2ct
    @AT-ev2ct4 ай бұрын

    Thanks, I’m going to try stealth camp for as long as possible to stay off grid and save money. Trying to stay as mobile as possible I’ll be paying my mate £10 a week for clothes storage pay gym membership £39.99 for mainly showers. For every month I stealth camp works out around £900 in savings. I start work at 6am anyway so I’ll be packed and long gone before anyone even wakes up and every time I finish work I’ll be at my new location

  • @oscarwoodly7392
    @oscarwoodly73923 ай бұрын

    Excellent video, thanks! I might use the black tape/pinhole trick on a string of fairylights I'll be taking out on my next camp. Should be fine!

  • @markdale8301
    @markdale8301 Жыл бұрын

    Good advice there. Thanks. I personally try to recce my camp area and then head off somewhere else to cook. I only return, as you advise, at last light. Means I can be dark and pretty quiet in that location.

  • @neilcastell6951
    @neilcastell6951 Жыл бұрын

    what i usually do in an unfamiliar area, is just stop and sit for 10 or 15 minutes, then once camp is set up ... i move out 20m, 30m, 50m (depending on the ground) and just walk around my camp, just to see if its visible. ... i once set up behind a screen of bushes hidden from view of a track, only to discover a small footpath running parallel 20m to my rear which had a steady stream of dog walkers on it, (so lesson learnt)

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep always good to do a listening watch, and to check out your surroundings 👍

  • @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s what we learned in military sere courses, don’t we?

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@taxlawsealsteuerberater7226 Roger!

  • @daves.7040
    @daves.7040 Жыл бұрын

    I love how modest Tom is. “I’m no expert” he says. Typical British military attitude. I’m a former bootneck but even I’d have to accept that the para reg pathfinders are the ‘experts’. Credit where it’s due. Let’s see who wins the rugby at a Exmouth though…….. ATB.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate, appreciate it.

  • @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah exactly - in ma opinion there’s not much difference in skills between SAS n‘ pathfinders! Clearly speaking: much more effective education than the navy seals! (Personal opinion)

  • @collinsaunderson9225
    @collinsaunderson92255 ай бұрын

    It comes down to self discipline and respect for nature and integrity in my opinion is that is what a good father should teach his children bushcraft and the word of God. Well done and many thanks for your time and effort 👌🏻

  • @billyandrew
    @billyandrew Жыл бұрын

    Cleaning up, as you go, while packing away your kit, after use, especially before going to sleep, then all that's required, should unexpected visitors arrive, is rolling up your bivy bag and basha, before fading, knowing your kit was already put where it should be, in it's usual place, in your knapsack, along with any rubbish you created, in a carrier bag, inside your knapsack. It's just as easy to develop good habits as it is bad ones. Thanks for uploading and subbed. 👍

  • @funkyprepper
    @funkyprepper11 ай бұрын

    All good mate, thanks for sharing your tips with us all. For noobs this is invaluable. I've been planning a "stealth camp" video for a week now. Just bogged down with family stuff etc lately. Praying a i get a chance to get out myself lol. Well done Tom 👏

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    11 ай бұрын

    Cheers mate 👍

  • @mlsknnr
    @mlsknnr Жыл бұрын

    Your video popped on my feed, gave it look. Excellent content and well presented. Liked and subscribed.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers 👍

  • @simonward4520
    @simonward4520 Жыл бұрын

    I found the quick set up videos useful. Said previously the 60 second tarp I always use when I am in woods. The bungees are quick and easy.

  • @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226

    Жыл бұрын

    Just keepin‘ an eye on your eyes when using bungees! But quick useable! Greetings from 🇩🇪

  • @installtekzdotcom9777
    @installtekzdotcom9777 Жыл бұрын

    I was sawing a log when 2 deer came charging at me. "Gray man" certainly does work

  • @roberttolley5055
    @roberttolley5055Ай бұрын

    I didn't get to join Marines, due to injury. So the stealth camping. Looks nice for camping while hunting. Less notice d.

  • @Rob-qf2fs
    @Rob-qf2fs Жыл бұрын

    We used to use a blue quality street wrapper ( before the days of torch filters ) taped over the lense, saves getting black nasty getting all gummed over everything, blue light best for detail especially for map reading. Plus if it was accidentally spotted by passers by or local doggers would scare the **** out of em thinking it might be 'old bill ' or better still Aliens 👽 looking to probe someone lol. ATB Rob 😊 👍

  • @billyandrew

    @billyandrew

    Жыл бұрын

    Lmfao. Yeah, nothing worse than blissfully akip and aliens decide to do a bit of probing. 😂😂😂

  • @johnturley1515
    @johnturley151511 ай бұрын

    EXCELLENT in every way…many thanks

  • @TheSaneHatter
    @TheSaneHatter2 ай бұрын

    Quick thought: there are some brands & models of sleeping bags or sleep systems which incorporate the sleeping pad INTO the bottom of the bag. (This fact might be relevant when talking about keeping the pad inside of the bivvy bag.)

  • @jonfisher9214
    @jonfisher9214 Жыл бұрын

    This is a really good and comprehensive guide to stealth camping. Subscribed and liked and all that malarkey. I generally find my spot for the night and then move off elsewhere to cook dinner etc. Moving back to the sleep spot after dark.

  • @billyandrew

    @billyandrew

    Жыл бұрын

    Ditto. Also keeps hungry animals from stumbling into your hideout. Smells on the wind travel further than light.

  • @malcolm824
    @malcolm824 Жыл бұрын

    Getting into your videos quite a lot recently. Could you do a video focused on some UK legal knives?

  • @bobclark7211
    @bobclark7211 Жыл бұрын

    Great tips and advice. Thanks

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers Bob 👍

  • @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226
    @taxlawsealsteuerberater7226 Жыл бұрын

    Well done - as Always Tom! Glück ab! Greetings from 🇩🇪

  • @armyrepelentcz4090
    @armyrepelentcz409010 ай бұрын

    More info about stealth night sleeping is in ninjutsu useing natural elements, water,earth,wind,fire,and ku . Perfect video thanks. I use many years this system night sleeping.

  • @journeyman7189
    @journeyman7189 Жыл бұрын

    Quality tips as always Tom. How did you train the hares to come out at the right time for demo lol Nate

  • @NewHampshireJack
    @NewHampshireJack Жыл бұрын

    Excellent presentation. We practice with our young troops for that once-in-a-lifetime event where we may have to burn shoe leather to our retreat 209 Klicks from home base. That will certainly not be a one-day, one-night trip with our three-year-old. We appreciate all your advice and tips.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate 👍

  • @justforthis3208

    @justforthis3208

    Жыл бұрын

    If I may ask, where are you retreating to and why? Thank you

  • @roberttolley5055
    @roberttolley5055Ай бұрын

    Very nice video sir. I've learned a lot.

  • @si_blacksheep
    @si_blacksheep9 ай бұрын

    Just found your channel Prep. Excellent experience based advice. Always appreciate people who’ve been there and done that. Sub’d now 👍

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    9 ай бұрын

    Cheers, appreciate it! 👍

  • @botulf4908
    @botulf4908 Жыл бұрын

    "Fuck me, a massive hare ran past"....obs skills level...master! Would 've been ultra amazing if you'd have snapped it up by the lugholes and turned it into a stir fry whilst still teaching us your invaluable experience and knowledge! Great video as usual, best regards from Rutland! Multum in Parvo.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Ha ha, roger! You're just up the road from me.

  • @vanrooyendavid
    @vanrooyendavid Жыл бұрын

    Great video. Solid advice.

  • @simonarundell5093
    @simonarundell5093 Жыл бұрын

    Great video as always mate 👍

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers!

  • @angelswithdirtyfaces1
    @angelswithdirtyfaces1 Жыл бұрын

    Brilliant information

  • @carlmorrey5410
    @carlmorrey5410 Жыл бұрын

    Doctor do little himself 😂 great video and some top tips matey.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    😂

  • @harashigomari1690
    @harashigomari1690 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed this and the previous vid. Your jacket intrigues me because the hood seems sufficiently large whilst still allowing left & right vision. Tip one didn't mention the brand

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers 👍

  • @outofbounds2022
    @outofbounds2022Ай бұрын

    Love it mate. I just made a video with tips for stealth camping and it was very different. Also I only came up with 10 tips.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Ай бұрын

    Cheers, will check yours out! 👍

  • @outofbounds2022

    @outofbounds2022

    Ай бұрын

    @PreparedPathfinder wow I didn't even think u would reply lol

  • @unfi6798
    @unfi6798 Жыл бұрын

    Cheers for sharing your experience mate. Cowabunga.!

  • @saltydog3394
    @saltydog3394 Жыл бұрын

    Great new video, good to see ya back on the videos and great ideas - plus you have ruined the TABSCO packed :) - its now a part of the pack thanks to you brother!

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Essentials mate! 👍

  • @juancarloslopezlopez3654
    @juancarloslopezlopez3654 Жыл бұрын

    Sin lugar a dudas el conejo (creo) te confundió con un árbol y se asustó cuando te movías. 🤣🤣🤣🤣👍👍. Aparte de eso muy buen vídeo. Saludos desde España.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks mate!

  • @billyandrew

    @billyandrew

    Жыл бұрын

    Hare. 👍

  • @MrDwanehoward
    @MrDwanehowardАй бұрын

    Very good.

  • @greencraft4783
    @greencraft4783 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video Tom, with some excellent advice (wish I had seen it before I did mine!). Prior to mine I did see a well known septic doing a stealth camp......he definitely should have watched yours first!

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate, much appreciated! 👍

  • @stuartclark8910
    @stuartclark8910 Жыл бұрын

    A good video, very informative

  • @deanaseligman2594
    @deanaseligman25946 ай бұрын

    Very good video

  • @susanp.collins7834
    @susanp.collins78344 ай бұрын

    And I ALWAYS carry secateurs. Very good for cutting holes in bushes to stick your camera lens through.

  • @johnprice4893
    @johnprice489329 күн бұрын

    As David Bellamy said "Only take photos & only leave foot prints"

  • @colectiv77
    @colectiv77 Жыл бұрын

    Great tips... 🍻

  • @Mr-Mark69
    @Mr-Mark69 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your excellent advice, had a recent concern as couple people wondered off trail were the camp was currently using polish army camo poncho as basha was pleased was not spotted, was on higher ground concealed with evergreen holly.

  • @Buckaroomedic
    @Buckaroomedic Жыл бұрын

    Great video, lots of good ideas. What's your opinion on using a hammock while stealth camping? Here in the southern USA, we've got a lot of creepy-crawlies on the ground.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah definitely mate, I always use a hammock in those kind of conditions, ie the jungle or tropical environments.

  • @billyandrew

    @billyandrew

    Жыл бұрын

    A mosquito net on the ridge line, too. So many biters at last and first light. 😂

  • @stuartclark8910
    @stuartclark8910 Жыл бұрын

    Always good to get an endorsement from the local wildlife 😅

  • @Howling.Wilderness.Alaska
    @Howling.Wilderness.Alaska Жыл бұрын

    1ST! Good morning, mate.... Have a great weekend.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate, and you! 🇺🇸🇬🇧👍

  • @axelthorn2263
    @axelthorn2263 Жыл бұрын

    Hey thanks for the video that was well cool and I would just add you can also put masking tape over your torch light to dim it a bit😊

  • @paulshri8609
    @paulshri86099 ай бұрын

    For a split second i thought you were going to nab the second rabbit for lunch😂😂another great presentation.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    9 ай бұрын

    Cheers mate!

  • @hurz.6968
    @hurz.6968 Жыл бұрын

    Greetings from germany. Very good video

  • @alextop1850
    @alextop1850 Жыл бұрын

    Be great to do a best of the best kit list in bushcraft and Mil kit etc eg this is the best survival knife this is best poncho money no object thermal anything that's aly kit for bushcraft and outdoor luxury

  • @robertcrompton2733
    @robertcrompton2733 Жыл бұрын

    "not going to the Ritz" - yes!

  • @craigrobertson6082
    @craigrobertson6082 Жыл бұрын

    Nice to see you back Tom. Great video. Have you turned off your shop? Cannot find it any longer.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate. Yeah it was too expensive to renew it, l need to find an alternative. I still have various items in stock that can be purchased via Paypal.

  • @phincampbell1886
    @phincampbell1886 Жыл бұрын

    I like the fish-hook approach tip! Gonna blow a bit of my own trumpet, and also hit bum notes and show I'm bad a trumpeting: I naturally have usually done something similar, in that I'd normally circle around a bit before settling on a site. If I'd been facing danger I guess I'd have just been leaving a wide swath of evidence of my presence, but I always like to scout around a site a bit, look out any paths etc., just in case there's a tigers' nest or a yeti behind the tree I curled up under. Gotta watch out for them nests of tigers in central England...

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely! 😂

  • @ulperformance4087
    @ulperformance4087 Жыл бұрын

    Many good recommendations. The Pocket Rocket stove generates substantial noise - not a good solution for silent heating/cooking, an alcohol stove is. The Laplander saw doesn't have a sharpened blade. I threw my away after testing it against my Corona saw. The Laplander bound up frequently and required far more cuts to provide a finish cut compared to the Corona saw.

  • @Franko180489
    @Franko180489 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome AF SF bud

  • @freddyt86
    @freddyt86 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! Definitely going to implement these. Got a place nearby that I've wanted to camp in for a while. Unrelated to stealth camping, what is your camera and mic set up? Quality is excellent and I'm wanting to start making more videos. Thanks!

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers! It’s a GoPro 10 and a DJI mic.

  • @neoaliphant
    @neoaliphant Жыл бұрын

    some of these tips apply to stealth RV camping as well.....

  • @oldirtybeuner
    @oldirtybeuner Жыл бұрын

    These are great tips for stealth camping! 👍 I will share them on our #stealthcampingalliance group

  • @aaronbeach8929
    @aaronbeach8929 Жыл бұрын

    I do alot of deer watching I take 2 camouflage ponchos I wear one that fully covers me from head to knees and set 1 up in pyramid shelter. Peg down all 4 corners then raise the hood parachord it to overhanging tree branch. Do you ever use ponchos yourself? They are extremely versatile 👍😎💪🌲🌲

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    We used to be issued ponchos when I first joined the army, I hated them as they always seemed to leak through the hood when it rained (when set up as a shelter). I prefer to use a basha/tarp and a waterproof jacket.

  • @aaronbeach8929

    @aaronbeach8929

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder I think you was issued the sh*t type of poncho. As a civvie the poncho is way to go.... For me atleast 👍😎💪

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@aaronbeach8929 we were issued 1958 pattern ponchos, definitely not great. But I definitely prefer a separate tarp and jacket.

  • @aaronbeach8929

    @aaronbeach8929

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder I get you. I think it comes under what you're trained/use to.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@aaronbeach8929 also experience. Having to use a soaking wet poncho after it’s been raining all night wouldn’t be much fun.

  • @marksadventures3889
    @marksadventures3889 Жыл бұрын

    It is March and he could be mad...lol. Yes gloves, scarves. I will be increasing my options in certain items soon. I find the waterproofing of some items is shiny so shawls and nets cut that down.

  • @alistairg6770
    @alistairg67706 ай бұрын

    Great content as always. You are my go-to place. One question. You mention not having roll-mats etc on the outside of the pack. What sleeping pad do you recommend that is small and robust enough to fit inside a pack of day-pack dimensions?

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    6 ай бұрын

    Cheers. The one l use is a Klymit Static V Short.

  • @alistairg6770

    @alistairg6770

    6 ай бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder great thank you.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    6 ай бұрын

    @@alistairg6770 no probs mate 👍

  • @r188ops8
    @r188ops8 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent vid/points Tom, makes me want to go out & sh*t in clingfilm again & keep it in the wifes tupperware tubs ( she never did find out where they all went!!!!). On the light point, I was taught to always use green light, especially for reading maps &, did so for 12 years. I also heard whilst over the water, that certain units would use white light whilst out n about as thats what farmers used & that if 'the boys' saw red or green theyd know it was the sneaky beakys, dunno if thats true though. All the best mate from a former harry forward observer 🤣👍

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate 👍

  • @dtw6769
    @dtw67693 ай бұрын

    You just need someone tapping you on the shoulder at 3 in the morning when it's cold and wet saying...........You're on stag!

  • @MikeWD9JJV
    @MikeWD9JJVАй бұрын

    May I suggest thermal camouflage. Even I have a small thermal imaging device from Amazon. It will detect anything that is warmer than the surrounding environment.

  • @scottsimkins4692
    @scottsimkins4692 Жыл бұрын

    Hi mate I’ve watched all your videos bloody amazing but is there any chance you could do a video doing a budget bug out bag maybe £300 or less for 3 days out as that would help me and other’s as we know a lot of us are limited on what we can spend now days cheers

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheers mate, yep will look into that 👍

  • @discipleaj
    @discipleaj Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tom, great tips as always. Also - your website/webstore is down. ATB 👍🏻

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    I know mate, l had to close it as they wanted a fortune to renew it.

  • @discipleaj

    @discipleaj

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@Prepared Pathfinder Thanks for responding, appreciate the feedback.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@discipleaj no worries, l still have gear for sale, DM me if you want anything.

  • @NikosKatsikanis
    @NikosKatsikanis Жыл бұрын

    love it shame you didnt have a throwing club to hand, would have made a nice meal but remember garbage will help in a SHTF, esp frying pans! I saw two today at the same site in vienna

  • @johndevitt2164
    @johndevitt2164 Жыл бұрын

    when our furry friend appeared, I had visions that the first point was going to be "bring a big pot"

  • @tomcatt998

    @tomcatt998

    8 ай бұрын

    i always carry a 3 qrt pot,,, Ever try cooking a rabbit in a canteen cup ?? i have,,,, and that's why i carry a 3 qrt stew pot

  • @Nofixedabode859
    @Nofixedabode859 Жыл бұрын

    Hi m8 do you use 3/4 mats in winter? And what the condensation like in them m/e bivvybags ? Thx Tom

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah l do sometimes use a 3/4 length mat in winter, depends on what l’m doing. Not had a problem with condensation with the ME bivvi bag.

  • @fordwk
    @fordwk Жыл бұрын

    What kind if Marker Panel do you carry in your kit? It seems bright and compact...thanks.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Just a cut down issue one mate.

  • @GODAIM-ANDY
    @GODAIM-ANDY Жыл бұрын

    Lol brilliant. What size tarp would you recommend, 3x3 or smaller?

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Personally l use a smaller one to keep my shelter small, the one l use is 2.4 x 1.5 m.

  • @GODAIM-ANDY

    @GODAIM-ANDY

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder thanks.

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GODAIM-ANDY No probs 👍

  • @abcddcba8882
    @abcddcba8882 Жыл бұрын

    🤙🏻

  • @EdwinDekker71
    @EdwinDekker71 Жыл бұрын

    Wear clear plastic eye protection glasses in the woods when it gets dark

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Could do, but you want to be settled in before it gets dark.

  • @EdwinDekker71

    @EdwinDekker71

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder 👍

  • @stuartclark8910
    @stuartclark8910 Жыл бұрын

    Purchase a green mozzi head net and an olive green baseball cap to help tone down the face and head, from prying eyes

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    A bit like l mention in this vid? 😂

  • @wolffo999
    @wolffo999 Жыл бұрын

    hey whats the deal with the new wild camping rules ?

  • @susanp.collins7834
    @susanp.collins78344 ай бұрын

    Wonder what spooked it

  • @MIFWIC666
    @MIFWIC666 Жыл бұрын

    Have you seen shiey? He's got a channel on KZread called illegal freedom, I found it the other week, they train jump and mainly camp out all over the place

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    Not seen, l’ll check him out 👍

  • @MIFWIC666

    @MIFWIC666

    Жыл бұрын

    @@PreparedPathfinder they have carrying minimum kit down to a tea. And getting places the shouldn't.... Like Chernobyl 😂

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MIFWIC666 ha ha, mega 😂

  • @greghardman5064
    @greghardman50646 ай бұрын

    Hello Tom...what make/type is your Down doss bag please?

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    6 ай бұрын

    The one l’m using here is a Robens Serac 300 mate.

  • @greghardman5064

    @greghardman5064

    6 ай бұрын

    Cheers 👍

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    6 ай бұрын

    @@greghardman5064 no probs mate

  • @greghardman5064

    @greghardman5064

    6 ай бұрын

    How well would you rate it for the cost? I hope you don't mind me asking you questions...this is the last 👍

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    6 ай бұрын

    @@greghardman5064 yeah decent mate. I was a bit sceptical ref warmth at first, but it’s pretty decent for 3 season use.

  • @justforthis3208
    @justforthis3208 Жыл бұрын

    Any tips for people who wear glasses?

  • @ShihabdeentheCyclist
    @ShihabdeentheCyclist Жыл бұрын

    Why don't you join the next grunt proof SERE challenge series

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    I may be doing just that 👍

  • @angelswithdirtyfaces1
    @angelswithdirtyfaces1 Жыл бұрын

    👋 👋 👋

  • @randyhaumschild2791
    @randyhaumschild2791 Жыл бұрын

    can you put some Amazon links ?

  • @PreparedPathfinder

    @PreparedPathfinder

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm not trying to sell anything mate.

  • @jdavis8610
    @jdavis861018 күн бұрын

    SAS