That looked like a fun camp. Once again a beautiful location!

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

A bit crowded but fun all the same. It's just that sound of the rain trickling off the tent and the fog adding the atmosphere that really did it for me on this trip. Any stress, anger, anxiety, etc,. was gone thanks to these two.

Brilliant vid mate what an amazing place to camp

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment mate, really appreciated. Have you camped in the Galloway Forest Park before? It's my favourite location, has so many spots like this :).

@Paul-eu9jp

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors I’ve camped at clattering shaws and had a walk around to loch grannoch the next day. It was my first time up there and loved it. Hopefully get to come up there again this year the place is stunning mate 👍

Love that place Monty, was waiting to see some dancing lol the guys backed out, great film, good food & a nice fire

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

😂Maybe I can do a drunk video of me dancing around the fire. That'll get them hits. Just saw you have a video not long uploaded, I'll get on it shortly. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment :)

Awesome monty love that camping spot not been back from the last time we bumped in to yous atb stuart

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Chances of that? Ben An then Loch Trool. See you on the moon next.

Awesome stuff mate, cracking camp spot, beautiful location, campfire cooking and wild swimming, doesn't get better than that, cheers ATB 👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

As per, appreciate the comment mate. Are you out this weekend? I'm off to a secret beach :D

Them midges looked awful at the beginning. Excellent location and beautiful views. Loved the sound of the food cooking,fantastic. Thank you for sharing. ATB Dan. 👍👍👍👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

So good I got 2 comments 😜

I camped at Loch Trool just over a year ago in May. The views were absolutely unreal. Sadly, the midges were also, ha. I like your channel, and you've got a new sub in me 👍

Good wild camp Monty. The midges looked mad at the start. Excellent log chopping. Really enjoyed watching. Thanks Steve

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

I have never, ever, seen anything like that in my life. They must have covered an area with a 50m diameter. But that area was a congested area where people park their cars. Have you seen anything like that before? Only just got into the log chopping and I am enjoying it. Hope things are picking up for you, mate.

@stevesdaysoff2759

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I have seen midges as bad as that many times in Scotland. I'm doing ok at the moment thanks. Take care Steve 👍

Went downto Glentrool yesterday and hiked the Merrick. Need to find some good camping spots cos it's lovely. We dedicated the climb to Monty cos these videos made me check out the south. Good call Monty 👌

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Aw cheers, Jim! I was actually down near the Merrick last night too. How did you find it?

Nice one 👍love a bit of black pudding.

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

vegetarian* It's vegetarian black pudding mate 😱

Nice photography Monty and very jealous of the cook up, looked tasty. Happy camping. A

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew! Are you off out this weekend? I'm off to Loch Bradan as we speak :) Hope you have a good one, mate.

This is super! I wasn’t sure if wild camping was allowed in this area (we’re pretty new to the area in general) and so we can’t wait to give it a go!

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Wild camping is permitted anywhere in Scotland for as long as it's not in an enclosed field, near a house, someone's garden, etc,. Hope you find my channel useful in your journey!

@Viowlett

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors This is super, thanks!! We've just been introduced to the Scottish outdoor access code and are reading up before we venture out. I can't wait to see the new areas you find!

Good stuff man

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed mate and I'll try keep it up. I hope all is well, Monty

I just said, 'wow,' when your tent went up. What a site - very special and the ambience was mesmerizing. I bet you guys cam out buzzing. Mind you them midges looked epic in numbers. Good stuff. Mark

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

It's my second time visiting this site and I loved it. A few hours walk further up and we have several hill/mountain lochs with multiple sandy beaches. It's a great area if you have never been. Midgies were bad at the beginning, but not so bad at the spot we camped at. Do you get much trouble from them where you are?

@WyeExplorer

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors I can see why you do love it Monty. As for Midgies - yeah we get them in the Cambrian Mountains and the Lower Wye etc.

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@WyeExplorer Do they bite much or are they tolerable? As far as I was aware, the biting midgie only existed north of the central belt in Scotland. Are you out this weekend?

@WyeExplorer

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors Oh no they bite. In fact just found a load of midge repellent in my gear at my mums. That was for down this end.

I definitely have to get up to Scotland for a good wild camp! Without the apprehension of the laws in England!! Awesome video buddy, epic location and a nice camp set up! Looking forward to seeing more, got a sub from me 👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment, watch, and sub mate. I'll sub you back and check your content out. Hopefully the pandemic doesn't pick up again so normality can resume. Galloway Forest Park has many other locations like this and is probably my favourite area to camp in.

good video monty the one thing i love about youtube channels is you get to talk to the people like your self monty james

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Aye, mate. Pleasure speaking with yourself too. There's nothing better than bonding with and getting lost in conversation in something you both/all are passionate about. Hope you are well, sir!

@jameshiggins.openworld

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors yes keep pumping out content for my channel James Higgins open world. Just finished a 15 part series. Called James Higgins World of strange powers a paranormal series love my channel James

@jameshiggins.openworld

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors looking forward to your next video too monty james

midges loves this spot too :D

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

The deet and fire were on early!

those first two minutes would take hours to film and edit. excellent stuff monty

@MontyOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated mate:) Thank you!

Ha! I do NOT miss the Scottish midges one bit! 😂 I do miss the scenery though, so much.

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's why I prefer camping outside summer when the midges ain't out. That and I love the cold.

Was the path the circular walk then u just found somewhere suitable?

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

At the western edge, you turn right and it takes you to a car park. Follow the path on the south side of the loch and it eventually takes you to the little peninsula. 30 min walk :)

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

@Charles Ottoman There's plenty of places to do that in the Galloway Forest Park, but this one is 30 mins from where you would leave your bike. Not once heard any problems of bikes and cars being leftover at that spot.

Great video chap, nice views on the way in. Camp looked great. Those midges at the beginning would of done my nut. Pain in the el Ringo. Thanks for sharing ATB Dave 👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Do you get much biting midgies down your way, Dave? Whenever I watch your videos you appear to be fine when it comes to insects. It's like Australia up here. Thanks for watching though mate. Appreciated.

@DaveOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors don't get me wrong buddy, they seem to be OK down here, you do get them, but tell them to F off and they're gone 😂😂 you're welcome buddy, keep up the good videos 👍👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@DaveOutdoors You too, mate. Are you off out this weekend? Secret beach for me :D

@DaveOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors yes mate, off to find some rain, why change the habit of a lifetime 😂🤣😂🤣 have a good camp chap 🍻🍻

That is the same location me and my wife stayed at! It is a beautiful spot! On a serious note 😉 a sandwich cut in half isn't two sandwiches, I would argue the Tesco triple breakfast is one and a half sandwiches not three 😂 Great video, take care 👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Your lucky you have a partner who enjoys camping! That's a dream for me lol. There's been great debate surrounding this sandwich haha. Thanks for watching, mate. Got a few more coming up but I am not happy with these ones!

@WhenNaturePauls

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors not happy? I enjoyed it 👍 brought back good memories.

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@WhenNaturePauls I like this one, my next two videos are missing content. Last time I'm drunk while camping lol.

Hello. We are going wild camping to loch trool and I was just wondering if you know 1. is it safe to leave the car in the car park ( upper bruces stone for aprox 4 nights) Thank you. Looks lovley. Can't wait!!! Our German Shepherd will be so happy

they sausages at 11;29 do you like your sausages medium overburden or rare overburden?

@MontyOutdoors

2 жыл бұрын

Better not be dissing our sausages, Spike. I'm fae Seafar mate, watch yourself lol

Hi mate is there any chance you could find this spot Google maps and post the map coordinates as I plan on taking my son away this weekend and this looks like an ideal spot to use as we have a tarp for shelter and some hammocks so the trees would be ideal to use if you could that's would be brilliant thank you.

Is glen trool lodge the site where tents are pitched next to water? How far is the walk from where you can park? Thanks stu

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

No, this is across from the lodge at the other side of the loch. If you jump on Google maps and look on the south side, you'll see a little peninsula. It's about a 30 minute walk from the car. Any difficulties, let me know and I'll fire across some links.

@stucraig5035

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors thanks for your reply.This looks like a great spot.Unfortunately I’m limited mobility and use a single crutch to walk.So kinda looking for a similar remote spot but not too far from a laybye or road. Makes it a bit difficult,having an adventurous spirit to be out in nature but with limitations. Still,I’m exploring ideas and places of interest for 2022.

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

@@stucraig5035 I'm out tonight, Stu. Drop me a message at bigmontyoutdoors@gmail.com and over the next few days I'll advise you of car camping spots that are generally quiet.

@stucraig5035

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors will do,thanks for this

@stucraig5035

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors email to this address is being returned.Saying not receiving mail.stu

Hi there, do you have the coordinates or a google pin for where this is by any chance?

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

If you jump on Google Maps, type "Glen Trool Lodge", it's the little peninsula across the water.

@leahtaylor3490

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors Hello, I am planning on going wild camping at Loch Trool this weekend :) Did you park at these co ordinates? how far is the walk to the Peninsula?

Alright mate, thinking of going here soon, where is the spot at 03:46?

Nice scenery,watching people chow down always makes me feel weird. I don't usually do it.

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

I go to Glen Trool once a year, but can't wait to revisit it again. And sorry haha, to me it adds to the whole experience! Thanks for watching though, mate. Hugely appreciated and hope all is well.

Great video. How did you manage to keep your food fresh?

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

It'a all vegetarian stuff, mate. They are made up of soya protein so they are easy to store. Well, my stuff anyway. I just keep it in the back away from beasties.

@johnbaird74

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, go camping myself & wondered how to keep food fresh. Will try this next time 👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnbaird74 Some veggie options are very tasty meat substitutes. Some are dreadul. Although if I'm trekking I just bring rice and sauce.

Those midges looked bad at the start. Was it better where you set up camp? Rice & potatoes looked good too. I'll steal that idea!

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Des. That area was completely infested and I think it's because it's a car park where a lot of people appear.Once I moved to the spot it was tolerable and little breeze was occasionally getting through. I think in future on calm days I'll be bringing the DD tarp and mosquito net. Deet helps, but they are still there. Feel free to steal away mate and add suggestions. The content is for you guys.

Which side of Loch Trool is this on?

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

South side, it's like across from Bruce's Stone, mate.

@xRJxi

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors cheers mate!

Whats it like for fishing there?

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

No idea mate, sorry. I don't fish and I've never seen anyone fish there, but I think you can and just need a permit of some sort. It's on the Galloway Forest website I believe.

@dannymerrick

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors thank you buddy ill have a look.

Sehr schön. 👍 Viele Grüße

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, sir :D

Can you fish at this loch?

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure Hannah. I'm a vegetarian so don't engage in said activity! I think you can according to this site: forestryandland.gov.scot/visit/forest-parks/galloway-forest-park/fishing

Is the car park free at Loch Trool? I found a gravel car park that was similar from the video and I'm guessing thats where you parked?

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, mate. If it's the one on the west side of the loch and you turn right to get to it, that's the one. There is also one further up near Bruce's Stone. Hope this helps.

@rhysgriffiths7429

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors Ah right thanks! Think I found the one the on the west side. Wasn't sure, if it was free parking or not. Cheers in advance

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@rhysgriffiths7429 You are welcome, mate. There's plenty of parking spots so you won't have any issues.

Love your vids but just have to point out on this one that that is a bad site for a fire. Peaty rooted soil will continue to burn underground and can often spark back up days after you have left. A lot of forest fires start this way. Needs gallons to put it out fully. If you can take a collapsable firepit or similar it's way preferable or site your fire on rocks or sand. Mind you it looks like you're not the first to have used that site. Not a dig, just something to think about. Keep up the great work and the vids coming.

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

Hi mate. Thanks for enjoying the video and appreciate the constructive feedback. I've recently purchased a firepit that has been used in my recent videos as I'm moving away from existing firepits. I've been reckless with fires in the past which has left me with guilt so doing my best to learn, make amends, and be more environmentally conscious. As much as I like the ease and natural mood a firepit gives, there's far too many and some just aren't convenient as you say. Thanks again and hope all is well 😊

@PeteDevlinootnaboot

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors Cool, I'll have to find one with the new firepit in. I've seen these lightweight ones with a mesh type fire holder that look great but I wonder how long they'll last. Only one way to find out I suppose.

5:35 In the words of Gordon Ramsay "ITS FUCKING RAW"

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

This has just appeared on my feed and you left this comment 8 months ago. Bizarre. Nearly time to get back out Stuuay boy.

@stuuay5066

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors Aye and the waters going to be heating up will need to go for a swim! no excuses. I was up St Abbs yesterday and there was a lad Scuba dive fishing, I asked him how long he had been in there and the mad lad said an hour and a half. Though he had one of those expensive looking suits on.

Like a rocky training montage with that pro chopping good stuff, I'm up galloway forest tomorrow with the wee ones

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Beginner and just trying it out. It's heavy but I enjoy splitting wood. Where did you and the wee one go? I was up at Loch Bradan. Hope you guys had fun.

@RS-xq6je

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors well we tried some of the spots I know that are near the vehicle but everywhere was taken so I headed to one I know by clatteringshaws and again cars everywhere but with a little looking I found a good pitch, obviously a popular one from the amount of rubbish and smashed glass scattered throughout the area, kids loved it I forgot my midgey net they were everywhere seeing as we were by the water, I've been waiting for ages to get back up Scotland can't get enough of Galloway forest it's beautiful, I've past bradan a few times never stopped up there did riecawr plenty until last time I found the wee beach pitch with human faeces and rubbish everywhere trees hacked to bits clothing left in trees boils my piss we're lucky to be able to wildcamp there but some of these people have zero respect

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@RS-xq6je Is Clatteringshaws any good for wild camping in winter? Is it a spot where you need to bring your own wood? Yeah it pisses me off the amount of crap people leave around, especially when they put it all in the binbag and just leave it there. I was thinking about doing a video, walking around and picking dirt up to highlight the issue again. I do my best picking up other people's crap, but multiple times I've cut myself with glass and I keep forgetting to bring padded gloves. When it comes to areas, Galloway Forest Park is my favourite. My favourite spot is elsewhere, but Galloway is exceptionally convenient with busy and quiet spots. I'll upload the Loch Bradan video within the next couple of days/week and it'll give you an idea, but there's plenty of pics too. As for midgies: a product that is a minimum of 80% deet. Lifesystems do loads.

@RS-xq6je

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors well where I usually am isn't ideal for firewood not much around of it, but this place was a small wooded area with plenty of dead twigs and fallen trees I've also clocked other spots that seem canny wooded areas on the way in too clatteringshaws, it was only about 50 yards from the van but well covered. I had some c16 from B&Q leftover and my tomahawk went through it with ease less than 3 quid for 2.4m works out cheaper than bag of kindling, I still got the extra what i needed just from the dead wood on the floor. I really fancy one of the pomoly tipis for winter camping they look excellent my current selection of tents aren't wood stove compatible

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@RS-xq6je I'm one of them campers that need a fire. For light and warmth. Dunno how some people go without it. I remember in the middle of winter we had a roaring fire and I had to get out my bag because the heat radiating off my body was exceptional. I'm in the market for a new medium sized axe. The maul is too big and heavy, it may be fun to split wood with it, but I am clumsy and an accident is waiting to happen. Russ in the comments on this video sent me a cracking Ray Mears video that's got a far more convenient way of splitting wood. Have you tried the firelogs? B&M do them for a pound and many petrol stations have them for £2. The burn for 2 hours if you have a small fire. Heavy, but worth it for heat or to get a fire started. Yeah I know the tents you are on about. Colin Russel is forever using it. Looks quite spacious as well and ideal for you and the wee ones. You going to invest in one then?

Wow really nice scenary, looks like Canada!

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

The place I want to visit the most as well :) Would love to visit the coldest of spots, like Yellowknife. Are you from there?

@Tsamados

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors I wish, no just watch Joe Robinet and Justin Barbour alot.

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@Tsamados Joe is actually one of my influences. Will take me a while to reach that level of skill and quality content.

I’ve never camped. What happens when you want to go to the toilet? Obviously there are no toilets 🚽 to sit on ? Or are there 🤔 nobody ever says. Or is this why nobody ever camps more than one night ?

@MontyOutdoors

3 жыл бұрын

😂 You dig a hole, Atma. You dig a hole and you squat. It gets "easier" with practice. If you carry biodegradable wipes they can go in the hole too, otherwise you are carrying out! Then you jump in the loch for a wash 😁 How come you've never camped?

@atmakali9599

3 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors but where is the flush and toilet 🚽? No one ever mentions this. It’s near impossible to carry and install a toilet in the wild. I’ve a few concerns about camping and this is one of them. This is why I’ve never done it yet.

THE GALLOWAY MIDGE EVIL THINGS

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

Robert, as I said to another person, I thought they only existed around central belt and northwards. I've been told Loch Doon can be bad - zero issues myself, - Stincher Bridge and now Loch Trool. I have never seen it that infested in my life.

@robertgibson7716

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors i fish lots of the hill burns and lochs for wild brown trout mate even with my midge net on i have to pack in sometimes stay safe thanks for your reply

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@robertgibson7716 Yeah, someone said the same happened to them at Ballochling Loch so they bailed. I have a DD tarp a large anti mosquito net which I hope does the trick one day, but to be honest, I aim for windy days if I am going camping. Warm calm days and it's to the beach.

Beautiful 😍 Loved the video. Well done. 💪 Thanks for sharing. Subscribed to follow your adventures #800. We make adventure videos too, don't forget to check us out. I hope our channels grow together. 👍

Them midges looked awful at the beginning. Excellent location and beautiful views. Loved the sound of the food cooking,fantastic. Thank you for sharing. ATB Dan. 👍👍👍👍

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

More to come, Dan. Still testing a few things out on what I want to do with my videos, but I will focus on natural sounds, scenery, setup, and minimal dialogue - dialogue only occurs when describing setup, location, etc,. Thanks or the cracking comment as per though, mate.

@CampingDan85

4 жыл бұрын

@@MontyOutdoors love the Galloway forest,myself and my mates should of been camping there but lockdown stopped us.hopefully get there in September.

@MontyOutdoors

4 жыл бұрын

@@CampingDan85 Favourite spot? Loch Doon is great for an easy, casual wild camp but my beach loch video was probably my favourite.