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The simplest way to look at this problem is that conservation needs funding, and the government has apparently decided that the only way to fund conservation is with tourism, which as you pointed out is a bit of a contradiction, because tourism actually damages conservation. This is why "national parks" in the UK are basically just tourist attractions, and can never be proper conservation areas. I suppose the solution would be to examine how North American and Scandinavian countries fund their conservation efforts, and copy that model, but again as you pointed out, UK bureaucrats like to do things their own way, which is usually the most ineffective way. It's hard to see how this will ever be resolved without what amounts to a major assault on tourism, and sadly there's no way that would ever win approval from government, businesses, or even the majority of the public, whose livelihood is dependant on the only real industry we have left in this country. Maybe if we were not so utterly dependent on tourism, we could stop treating every square inch of this country like a theme park. So ultimately I believe the answer to conservation is to rebuild British industry. Ironic, but true.

Love how peaceful your content is. You manage to capture the magic of our beautiful land. Not trying to boost your ego but yer a handsome laddie tae 😉 Keep up the great work. Stay safe ✌

Very true my friend!🌲🔥

So awesome

Pancakes oh yes!!

There's a creepy dark figure moving between the trees in the background @9:55

Bilberries?

Like advert for M&S 😂

Looks amazing

Wonderful to see small trees reclaiming the hillsides. Nice little overnighter Sam. Look forward to the next

I can just imagine being near that on a hot day with the cool spray of the water, lovely!

Beautiful 😍

National parks in Scotland are disappointing. Neither are predominantly natural or have taken any steps to move closer to this. Its all farming, grouse moor and little towns with pockets of habitat areas. Its crap and the government hasn't the gal to neuter the landowning elites usage, so whats the point.

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Hey…. Is that a new woodstove??? I’m a twig stoveaholic!!

Nice to come across a real woodsman, one who cares ! Keep it up mate 😊

Really 'pining for the fjords', so to speak, aren't you? The moodswing since Grua is quite striking ... From an external perspective, though, the green shoots you home in on give cause for a new optimism echoed by the ousting of the Conservatives 'down south'. (That said, I hope you realise that the 1066 Nor(th)mans, who were the grandaddies of the Tories, were of course originally Norwegian Vikings - so that should help you distance yourself!) What's really nice about your videos, Sam, is the quasi-personal connection you generate & maintain so well. Never met, almost certainly never will meet, and yet it's like being updated by a friend. Much appreciated - take care ...

I found your video very interesting, just learning about Scotland and all its diversity. You've got a new subscriber.

Seeing those small start of trees is pretty exciting!! Do what you can when you can! Always appreciate you and what you do!

Looks amazing Sam i would love to go do that some time mate i would love to canoe in the fjords, ive been to Norway loads of times but its working on an oil rig docked in a fjord, keep up the great work pal your channels inspiring. Atb Wullie

Sometimes, the algorithm throws me into top-notch content. Subbed. I'm in Edinburgh, and this is the content I'm looking for. Nice job, mate.

😃😃👍🏼you need as many tents as you want!! That’s what I say!! Kinda like how I need as many different twig stoves as I want. 😊👍🏼 We work hard and it gives us joy! Great trip and thank you so much! Great to see you and the pup out there again! NQU

Thanks for taking the time and effort to produce a video. Just got a light fighter tent. Heavy but robust.

Brilliant. Love your videos. Not boring at all. There’s not enough ones like yours in Scotland. Does your lab not want your bacon lol.

lovely video mate, enjoying the back to basics nature vibe, just a bloke and his dog enjoying our wonderful land

I'm one of those you speak of in this video, not from Scotland (from California) and had no idea about the overgrazing and the changes in the landscape, so I appreciate the info you put out there. I watch a lot of UK hiking videos just for the sheer beauty of the country and I just assumed the Highlands were just barren yet beautiful. Your video footage is gorgeous, I'm enjoying catching up on them.

Leave a comment and let me know what your favourite tent is and why ⛺

Good to see you out again. With all the natural regen, is there good deer management in the area?

Keep them coming big man new to your channel been educating and inspiring will need to visit your neck of the woods ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

The first year and a half of my life was spent in those parts. My dad was an alpine plantsman at Inshriach where I was conceived 63 years ago 😮My folks were always up those hills, me stuffed in dads rucksack😊I always consider that area as my home from home although I don't visit that often these days☹You've inspired me to get back there!

Thanks for sharing! Watching Scotland through your eyes is wonderful!💪🔥

Great to see out in lovely surroundings how lucky u are Great friend to keep u company till next vid.? Stay safe

It’s really great seeing the emerging growth of all the different saplings. Definitely a positive sign there. Best weekend -Summer Solstice- to have camped there! Thanks for sharing it here. Slaìnte!

Always a pleasure to see your vids!

You bet!

Looks mighty good buddy!

Fair play, your views on the national parks and rewilding are not bang on. I live in Aviemore and have a family to raise, and yes, rent is impossible. We were nearly homeless twice last year! Settled for now, and long may it continue. The actions in place are very contradicting and only benefit the privilege and the big Estates. I've worked through the process from a gamekeeper to a keen conservationist. So, not all I know or talk about is just hot air. On another note, good video and set up 😎👌 I have a feeling we may have mutual friends......🤔

I have just discovered this excellent channel. My black Labrador 'Bobby' watches your videos for the 'Darach' content. The wife and I love the history and wildlife content. We love your 'Forest Thoughts'. You call them rants....We don't see that, we see and feel your passion, empathy and intelligence. It is really refreshing to hear what you have to say. I have had the privilege of stalking invasive deer species (Sika) in ancient Caledonian Forest. So, I understand your concerns about land use. I feel the same about my native Dartmoor and the Shropshire Hills. Many people think that wilderness places are untouched wild habitats, they have no idea that often these environments have been shaped and continued to be shaped/exploited by man for financial gain. Your storytelling style reminds me of the late great Scottish writer and environmentalist Ronnie Rose. Please, keep up the amazing work!

My 2 mates have the same set up from DD and have the same problem with under blanket 2 big guys like yourself fits my hammock perfectly they need to make a larger one for you guys loving the videos ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Propane is $3+ per gallon. Canisters can be refilled (much less waste). Alcohol is $10+ per gallon. Obviously refillable, too! It takes more alcohol (50%+ more) to heat the same amount of water. Alcohol is somewhat lighter and much quieter. Tradeoffs.

Allot of home truths spoken about the state of the highlands environment - but still a great video.

Thanks for taking us along your hike. Great drone shots. And who is your lady friend?. You look pretty happy Sam. Enjoyed this one lovely place.

Get the Scots pine back and so will be even more beautiful. I am an ecologist so I feel the pain when I look at the Lake District too.....

Really enjoyed your video and forest thoughts ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Love it mate ✊🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Nicely said Forester, nicely said. Hope the weather held for your lunch outside and many more to come.

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Nice footage, lovely drone shots. Thank you for sharing. Wishing you a wonderful upcoming weekend.

Nice video. 🎉

I don't know if I've ever seen so happy. Have a real nice sommar/ Christer from Sweden.