Packrafting and Wild Camping. Solo Overnight Camp by the River. OneTigris Tetra Tent.

In this video, I head out on the river in my new packraft for a solo wild camp overnighter. With everything I need packed in a small 35l drybag, I inflate my boat and head off.
Battling through thick vegetation growing in the river, I wind my way along this small Norfolk river and finally arrive at my camp spot for the night.
I set up my tent - a new lightweight backpacking tent from OneTigris - the TETRA. I have been excited to try out this tent, especially on this trip since I discovered that my packraft paddle works perfectly as the tent pole.
Once set up, it’s time for firewood prep and getting the fire lit for dinner and boozy hot chocolates.
Apologies for the focus issues through the video, my usual camera is being repaired at the moment, so I had to use an old camera which is a bit on the temperamental side and a GoPro which has strange audio! Hopefully normal video quality will return soon.
I hope you enjoy the video,
Thanks for watching.
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  • @simonablokeinthewoods
    @simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

    Hi folks - thanks for watching! Don’t forget, there is a 40% discount code for the Travel Kadai, available for UK residents (valid until 12 December). These fire bowl kits are normally £99, but with the discount they are £59 - a bargain in my opinion! - make a very nice Christmas gift for somebody! Link in the description box for details. Cheers!

  • @adventureswithfrodo2721

    @adventureswithfrodo2721

    Жыл бұрын

    What i😊s the purpose of buying a pre-made firebox. If you can't make it stay on the couch.

  • @sethcolin4641
    @sethcolin4641 Жыл бұрын

    How nice to see someone making the effort to enjoy real nature on our soggy little island. Hats off.

  • @billburr5881

    @billburr5881

    Жыл бұрын

    I think you mean bottoms up! I guess there was no sense carrying all that rum back home was there!

  • @craigwoodward7638
    @craigwoodward7638 Жыл бұрын

    Forgot to pack something important? You've been spending too much time with Andy!😂

  • @mrfarty5017

    @mrfarty5017

    Жыл бұрын

    fart sniffer !!!!😳

  • @jackiemorrissey8250
    @jackiemorrissey8250 Жыл бұрын

    Dear Simon, I'm always so happy to see one of your new adventure videos pop up! You inspire me to go out and enjoy Mother Nature. Thanks for all you do, Simon! Appreciate you.

  • @NaturalExplorerNZ

    @NaturalExplorerNZ

    Жыл бұрын

    Well said, it does the same for me

  • @simonablokeinthewoods

    @simonablokeinthewoods

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @CherryBlossomHill
    @CherryBlossomHill Жыл бұрын

    This put me in such a good mood Simon! You’re energy and passion for being outdoors, making your own fun, living your best life, never letting something like a coffee pot get you down, sharing your joy with others, putting yourself out there, taking us along, and us carrying you in our hearts long after your video is over…we have been with you each week since the pandemic began and you are definitely the highlight to our long days and weeks, our inspiration, our reminder of how sweet life can be ❤

  • @thebiglimey
    @thebiglimey Жыл бұрын

    Great video, as always! One trick I've used on packraft trips, especially in marshy/wet ground areas, was to flip the boat upside down and either deflate it, or sometimes not even bother, then sleep on the boat - pretty decent insulation as well.

  • @Lalunabreeze

    @Lalunabreeze

    9 ай бұрын

    Good idea✅

  • @ronaldmoore2336
    @ronaldmoore2336 Жыл бұрын

    When I saw those cows looking at you I could see it in their eyes. They were thinking, isn't that the funniest great big duck you've ever seen.

  • @wodgesad
    @wodgesad Жыл бұрын

    Love the pack raft I would have been tempted to deflate it and use it as a groundsheet

  • @simonablokeinthewoods

    @simonablokeinthewoods

    Жыл бұрын

    Good call! 👍👍

  • @grahamrobinson6455
    @grahamrobinson6455 Жыл бұрын

    As always great video. And people ask me why I don't watch normal TV anymore. So many great videos on KZread 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @heather333

    @heather333

    Жыл бұрын

    100% agree

  • @JasonMcKnespiey

    @JasonMcKnespiey

    Жыл бұрын

    Touche

  • @jedidiahpavlik6260

    @jedidiahpavlik6260

    Жыл бұрын

    Programing on here is so much better. The ads are starting to get annoying though. Not nearly as bad as cable.

  • @shortyw1029
    @shortyw1029 Жыл бұрын

    Great to see you in a Packraft Simon they’re super fun and really can take you places you would never imagine 😀🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @myvoiceyourstory9338
    @myvoiceyourstory933811 ай бұрын

    Awww I love this wee location 🙏🏼🫂

  • @atcay81
    @atcay81 Жыл бұрын

    Loved this video Simon and you still have lovely eyes, don't blush now 🤣🤣☺️

  • @harrygiles1098
    @harrygiles1098 Жыл бұрын

    Love the videos, so serene, thank you

  • @RobDekkers
    @RobDekkers Жыл бұрын

    Like a true outdoorsman a bit of rain won't stop you from going on a trip. 💪👍 Thanks for the video, loved it!

  • @kwolekw
    @kwolekw Жыл бұрын

    The look on those cows faces is priceless. They're probably thinking... "What in the hell are you doing here?" lol

  • @cindymitchell6719
    @cindymitchell67196 ай бұрын

    WONDERFULL thank you Simon.

  • @wendysandell
    @wendysandell Жыл бұрын

    Another brilliant video 😊

  • @csofmaine
    @csofmaine Жыл бұрын

    Love the new tent!

  • @briancalkins8108
    @briancalkins8108 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Simon-Cheers!

  • @cdesfusa
    @cdesfusa Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Simon, always a treat

  • @michaelnowak2340
    @michaelnowak2340 Жыл бұрын

    SIMON, GREAT VIDEO!!!

  • @pc-yx9uh
    @pc-yx9uh Жыл бұрын

    what an awesome video! Thanks for sharing!

  • @carreragt4383
    @carreragt4383 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Simon!

  • @connosaurus
    @connosaurus Жыл бұрын

    Great filming as always Simon!

  • @troymadison7082
    @troymadison7082 Жыл бұрын

    I always enjoy your videos Simon...cheers!

  • @stephendavies923
    @stephendavies923 Жыл бұрын

    Another great little camp Simon, thanks for sharing it with us.

  • @marcomiceli1
    @marcomiceli1 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Simon, thanks for another great video 🙂

  • @mickbutler9407
    @mickbutler9407 Жыл бұрын

    Great video really enjoyed this one

  • @southerncooker6475
    @southerncooker6475 Жыл бұрын

    I always enjoy watching your videos! Such fun I'm sure! Looking forward to the next one!!

  • @dianebannister965
    @dianebannister965 Жыл бұрын

    Nice video simon, always love seeing a new one to watch, makes my day, thank you x

  • @matthewbradbury2259
    @matthewbradbury2259 Жыл бұрын

    I absolutely love these overnighter videos such a treat to watch.

  • @raynerjoannes
    @raynerjoannes Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for making this vid.. inspiration to me.. great vid and thanks again 👏👏👏

  • @DartyD
    @DartyD Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this one Si lad nice to see the pack raft 👍

  • @Algorithmicgeneratedwordsalad
    @Algorithmicgeneratedwordsalad Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely video to watch in the middle of a blizzard

  • @timberdogz
    @timberdogz Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for another great video! Good to see the tent held up!

  • @ronanholland9660
    @ronanholland9660 Жыл бұрын

    Really good video as always 👌

  • @jonathanevans409
    @jonathanevans409 Жыл бұрын

    Love your new boat, mate. Nice one 🛶

  • @brindle2009
    @brindle2009 Жыл бұрын

    Another cracking video Simon thanks for sharing 👍 👏

  • @noliestold718
    @noliestold718 Жыл бұрын

    Enjoyed god bless 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @p3ggy80
    @p3ggy80 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Simon. A pleasure as always watching your content.

  • @ivandavidson5694
    @ivandavidson5694 Жыл бұрын

    Nice video Simon 👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @MA-uu3sb
    @MA-uu3sb Жыл бұрын

    Can’t wait to get in here and watch. Thank you for taking us a long with you

  • @mattyp80
    @mattyp80 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for these vids, they are very peaceful and gentle. It is comforting that at least one other is getting the opportunity to get outside!

  • @treasurehuntingscotlandmud9340
    @treasurehuntingscotlandmud9340 Жыл бұрын

    enjoyed the video

  • @jimhamel7864
    @jimhamel7864 Жыл бұрын

    Hurray for new gear. Thanks for another great video, cheers!

  • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
    @BrianthatiscalledBrian Жыл бұрын

    Pretty cool. Thanks for all the camera setups, Simon. Pain in the butt for you, but it makes great storytelling. 🙂👍🏕️🛶

  • @clovermark39
    @clovermark39 Жыл бұрын

    A proper camping adventure. Hiking, canoeing, cooking the lot. Well done as usual. Thanks.

  • @elizetemachado6755
    @elizetemachado6755 Жыл бұрын

    Sempre lugares maravilhosos ❤❤

  • @littlejamsandwich
    @littlejamsandwich Жыл бұрын

    Lovely stuff Simon, Your videos always relax me and connect me with nature which I greatly appreciate.

  • @williamkenyon9858
    @williamkenyon9858 Жыл бұрын

    Always good to see you out and to see what you guys on the other side of the pond do in different situations.

  • @johnswogger7118
    @johnswogger7118 Жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @chrisavalon6198
    @chrisavalon6198 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome adventure

  • @deborahhoch2662
    @deborahhoch2662 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Simon, great video!

  • @jeffreyhooton4520
    @jeffreyhooton4520 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome, you got yourself a packraft.

  • @davidneal6920
    @davidneal6920 Жыл бұрын

    Very cool video Simon, thank you!

  • @traceypotts9425
    @traceypotts9425 Жыл бұрын

    Something different again well done Simon well what can I say it's always smashing love to the family mate

  • @HydroSnips
    @HydroSnips Жыл бұрын

    Love the curious cows all coming in to take a look :D

  • @ScottBroomVideos
    @ScottBroomVideos Жыл бұрын

    Spreading camp joy, despite the thin coffee. Nice job, Simon.

  • @atcay81
    @atcay81 Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed this Simon, so very relaxing! Thank you, Cat OZ 🙃

  • @ltxoutdoors4097
    @ltxoutdoors4097 Жыл бұрын

    Nice one again !

  • @James-vq7mg
    @James-vq7mg Жыл бұрын

    Love your videos, I have myself a camping trip for several days once a year, it's all the time I have, thank you for a great channel, Tommy from North Carolina

  • @nahnotforme9819
    @nahnotforme9819 Жыл бұрын

    Happy New year Simone.

  • @anthonysandqvist7704
    @anthonysandqvist7704 Жыл бұрын

    It always fantastic work to watch your videos and keep up with the fantastic outstanding work

  • @spotweld
    @spotweld Жыл бұрын

    What a guy, heads out even though he knows it going to rain..👍

  • @Hortonscakes
    @Hortonscakes Жыл бұрын

    I'll pass on the tent, but the raft and esbit are on my bucket list! Thanks Simon! 🤘🍻💯 Congrats to the winner! 🍻🥂🖖

  • @noelmckendry-yr9hc
    @noelmckendry-yr9hc Жыл бұрын

    Great places

  • @MrShandyIson
    @MrShandyIson Жыл бұрын

    HI Simon, great video . Been watching a few over the last few days. A genuine pleasure to watch. Inspirational as well, to go out and do something similar. Nice one Simon.

  • @glynhewitt441
    @glynhewitt441 Жыл бұрын

    Great Vid, you've always struck us as a rum un!! Blessings from Mid Wales😀😀😀

  • @Rob.1340
    @Rob.1340 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Stay well and safe travels. All the best. 👍🐾🐾😎

  • @nickbotfield4721
    @nickbotfield4721 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Simon, always great videos. For your morning coffee you can't beat an Aeropress travel version. Keep up the good work. thanks.

  • @Ash12530
    @Ash12530 Жыл бұрын

    After watching this brilliant video that popped up in my KZread feed, I instantly subbed!.. Thanks for taking me along, great little overnighter ⛺️ 👍🏻

  • @paulmanley-cooke3237
    @paulmanley-cooke3237 Жыл бұрын

    Great camp again Simon

  • @janetwhite3768
    @janetwhite3768 Жыл бұрын

    Great vid Simon…good seeing you. I hope you stayed dry going home!

  • @texasford
    @texasford Жыл бұрын

    Another great trip video! Remember with enough Rum the rain won’t matter 🍺🤠 really enjoy your videos & enjoying the outdoors on your “island “.

  • @andrewforrest8938
    @andrewforrest8938 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Simon thanks for sharing like your new tent and Canoe like the end of the video you paddle through the Reeds good you made it well done Simon 👏

  • @GypsyJvan
    @GypsyJvan Жыл бұрын

    nice video, thanks..

  • @edgit69
    @edgit69 Жыл бұрын

    Those small camp chairs are a game changer out in the woods..

  • @Sotnek79
    @Sotnek79 Жыл бұрын

    I love this location!

  • @WarrenKimpel
    @WarrenKimpel21 күн бұрын

    another nice video THANKS

  • @tthomp57
    @tthomp579 ай бұрын

    Man, come on over to the US. We've always got room for one more! Especially a bloke like you. Lot's of wide open space!

  • @hazzardoutdoors
    @hazzardoutdoors Жыл бұрын

    That porridge idea is pure genius. Thank you so much I hate those dam pots.

  • @geoffminter2927
    @geoffminter2927 Жыл бұрын

    That river was more vegetation than river!! Great little video and I loved the pack raft, that would be ideal for the military canal near me

  • @tonjaprice9
    @tonjaprice9 Жыл бұрын

    I love the way the cows look at y'all when you're floating by...

  • @mikemulvihill6895
    @mikemulvihill6895 Жыл бұрын

    Good to see you back on the water mate. Great video

  • @jno5
    @jno5 Жыл бұрын

    Just what I need sometime outside on the river & in the woods but without getting cold, wet & muddy….Cheers Simon 🍻

  • @tonystrange7224
    @tonystrange7224 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Simon, schoolboy error, we’ve all been there 😂 Looks like a new saw in order as well. Anyway as always thanks for sharing another cracking adventure and all the best.

  • @mbrider56
    @mbrider56 Жыл бұрын

    Nice one Simon. Great to see you out and about and with some new kit, that packraft looks a lot stronger and you certainly put it through its paces on your trip. I bet you would of loved that in Norway and Sweden, I suspect that would of made those portages a bit easier. Great tent as well and what a bonus that your paddle doubled up as the tent pole, nice. Cheers.

  • @ghostofkadesh9041
    @ghostofkadesh9041 Жыл бұрын

    A new Simon upload, yes please 😃👌👍

  • @stephenlambert9826
    @stephenlambert9826 Жыл бұрын

    Your videos always motivate me to get out Simon.i said I’d get once a month but haven’t stuck to it,I’ve been out maybe 4 times since last December.must do better!

  • @stevesmith3556
    @stevesmith3556 Жыл бұрын

    Really enjoy these! It's been a while since I've done something like this. I need to get out more before I'm too old for it. Love the raft! 🤠

  • @craiglake6091
    @craiglake6091 Жыл бұрын

    It's great to see someone is having rain. We haven't had much rain at all the last few years. Thanks for the wonderful video Simon.

  • @hughsmith9401
    @hughsmith9401 Жыл бұрын

    good one 😀😀

  • @geoffknight7322
    @geoffknight7322 Жыл бұрын

    Welcome to the world of inflables👍I have two and think they are great. It looked like you we’re paddling over a field at times. Great set up for an overnighter, I’m planning some now👍

  • @taffyarthursoutdoors
    @taffyarthursoutdoors Жыл бұрын

    Great video as always. Second time I've watched it. The video was enough to convince me to buy a packraft after first watching, as I realised one would be ideal for solo and shorter trips along my local river. Which up until now I have used my kayak for.

  • @schonbeardwildmark
    @schonbeardwildmark Жыл бұрын

    Nice one Simon. A bit wet and hard work on the river. I also bought a packraft after seeing your Rogen trip but I haven’t had the opportunity to try it out yet. Looks great though!

  • @markcummings6856
    @markcummings6856 Жыл бұрын

    Great trip, Simon. Sure do like the Packraft. Boy, they sure are pricey!! Can’t wait to see your future thoughts on it. Cheers

  • @jeanprefontaine4432
    @jeanprefontaine4432 Жыл бұрын

    It’s quite amazing to see green foliage at the end of November. Today’s high in Fort St John BC: -25C. Great video Simon, as always.

  • @TheDavewatts
    @TheDavewatts Жыл бұрын

    Looks a cracker that pack raft.😁👍

  • @markyoungman7267
    @markyoungman7267 Жыл бұрын

    Cheers from Louisville, KY!

  • @chrislonsberry1974
    @chrislonsberry1974 Жыл бұрын

    Great video Simon! Had to chuckle that you forgot your ground sheet. Been there and done that!

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