Camping Under a Giant Umbrella • In a Thunderstorm!

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  • Опубліковано 16 жов 2023
  • This umbrella made an unexpectedly cosy lil nook! It wasn’t watertight, so I chucked a small tarp over it (which defeats the object of using the umbrella I guess, but I still loved it under there). My first experience of sleeping wild during a thunderstorm was just gorgeous
    ⚠️ It's never entirely safe to be outside in a thunderstorm. If you find yourself outside during one, lose elevation and get to lower ground as fast as possible. Get away from peaks and ridges. Stay out of water. Stay away from tall objects in open spaces. Caves and stone huts may feel safer, but actually offer zero protection against lightning. Trees can be hit and can fall down, or be set on fire. In this case, the storm was always a few miles away and never directly overhead. This is still not entirely risk-free, as lightning can travel several miles, but it is safer than being directly under a thunderstorm. Your chance of being hit by lightning is extremely low - but it still happens
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  • @suebeal4682
    @suebeal4682 5 місяців тому +122

    You make me so delighted. You do what I would love to do. I am 81. I am running out of years. Just watching you makes me a happy camper.

    • @karlscher5170
      @karlscher5170 3 місяці тому

      why are so many old guys watching this??

    • @barrybritcher
      @barrybritcher 3 місяці тому

      ​@@karlscher5170it's a woman. Sue

    • @TheFesta01
      @TheFesta01 3 місяці тому +9

      ​@@karlscher5170
      Sue beal doesn't sound like an old "guy" to me.
      Not sure exactly what your suggesting with that comment.

    • @karlscher5170
      @karlscher5170 3 місяці тому +1

      @@TheFesta01 He literally said that he is 81.

    • @karlscher5170
      @karlscher5170 3 місяці тому +3

      @@TheFesta01 Oops, she is a lady. Why do so many old PEOPLE watching this?

  • @stevehay2293
    @stevehay2293 5 місяців тому +15

    Don't we all love Claire. She is the very best at what she does, bar none. Anyone binge watching ?

  • @user-le7qr5fp9e
    @user-le7qr5fp9e 26 днів тому +3

    There's nothing finer than camping while mother nature shows her beauty...you are unique ...god bless you ❤😀

  • @lesleyhumphreysjones5957
    @lesleyhumphreysjones5957 5 місяців тому +12

    You are definitely one of the best female bushcrafters on UA-cam I really enjoy your videos. I look forward to seeing more in 24.X

  • @Truthwokephobia
    @Truthwokephobia 7 місяців тому +543

    I admire you so much. I am a 6 foot one 20 stone giant man and I’m not frightened of much, but if you stuck me in the woods on my own at night, my imagination would have werewolfs and vampires and legendary creatures chasing me in my mind all night. You are a very brave young lady xx

    • @whoarewe7515
      @whoarewe7515 7 місяців тому +128

      Your not ment to eat THOSE mushrooms 😂

    • @Truthwokephobia
      @Truthwokephobia 7 місяців тому +39

      @@whoarewe7515 sshh don’t tell everyone 🤣🤣

    • @whoarewe7515
      @whoarewe7515 7 місяців тому +4

      @@Truthwokephobia 🤣

    • @geoffreyruncieman9503
      @geoffreyruncieman9503 7 місяців тому +5

      Awesome as always ❤

    • @tonygee2275
      @tonygee2275 7 місяців тому +16

      You're not on your own pal lol 😂

  • @adamrice617
    @adamrice617 7 місяців тому +28

    There’s nothing quite like making your camp, getting cosy, snug and enjoying the sounds of nature. As long as you can keep warm then it’s wonderful ❤

  • @frankguardian1778
    @frankguardian1778 4 місяці тому +21

    Not only are you a beautiful woman, but you show great courage and confidence in your overnight camping in the woods especially in a rain storm. I thank you for bringing us along. I must say I enjoyed it much.

  • @thethirdageangler1384
    @thethirdageangler1384 7 місяців тому +92

    As a fisherman I have to say that I have sat under my umbrella in heavy rain and stayed perfectly dry. Perhaps a better quality one wouldn’t leak.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +11

      Hmm yes you're probably right, this one didn't have taped seams so the water came through. It would be ok for a light shower but no good in a downpour

    • @mental963
      @mental963 7 місяців тому +11

      Agree with third age angler, a better brand like Fox or Korda will be waterproof and you can remove the pole and use storm poles on the front for stability. I have one that is over 10 years old and still waterproof.

    • @felixalbion
      @felixalbion 7 місяців тому +2

      Agreed. I have had the same fishing brolly for 30 years and never leaked even in storms. But it has fully taped seams, reinforced stitching and heavy duty material.

    • @anthonywood7420
      @anthonywood7420 7 місяців тому +18

      Yeh, I'm agreeing with everyone, an umbrella should keep the rain off, sort of fundamental to umbrellaness.

    • @hoser7706
      @hoser7706 7 місяців тому +4

      Or seam seal that one and spray the fabric?

  • @stevensteptoe682
    @stevensteptoe682 7 місяців тому +14

    The snail 🐌 at 8:35 looked amazing.

  • @trenchcoatmafioso
    @trenchcoatmafioso 7 місяців тому +102

    Other youtubers can be so serious about camping/bushcraft. It's fun watching another weirdo out in the woods. Greetings from Ontario, Canada.

    • @craig2795
      @craig2795 7 місяців тому +9

      That’s just being British, you know how we love our umbrellas- Jolly good show I thought, tally ho!’

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +13

      Haha thanks! Best wishes from England, from one weirdo to another 😄👋💚

    • @mx-0163
      @mx-0163 7 місяців тому +7

      I think this channel is better than a lot of other bushcraft channels because its more real. Things go wrong, sometimes you get drenched, and sometimes your tarp blows away in the night. Instead of buscrafter telling you how you're doing it wrong or have bad kit, its just fun mistakes and enjoying your time in the woods.

    • @mx-0163
      @mx-0163 7 місяців тому +2

      @bechris9959 I mean yeah. It's UA-cam. I don't think anyone is expecting to watch bushcraft documentaries here. Anyone who has ever done bushcraft should know that things go wrong constantly. This is more real because some of the things that go wrong are shown unlike other channels. That's not really difficult to understand I thought.

  • @douglasdowling4773
    @douglasdowling4773 7 місяців тому +15

    That was really enjoyable .
    Something about the sound of the rain hitting a tent .
    Thanks for making your video .

  • @PropagandaFacts
    @PropagandaFacts 7 місяців тому +39

    Whatever the weather, you always bring me a smile. You've got this ability to rough it looking pretty and making it look effortless. 🤩

  • @Argee55732
    @Argee55732 7 місяців тому +28

    On top of the other amazing comments about your camping and adventure skills, I have to commend you on your video skills. All of your camera and audio work is very well done - congratulations and keep up the good work.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +9

      Thank you so much, means a lot :D I am a photographer by trade so it's fun to progress that to learning videography
      Hope you're having a great week 🌿🐻

    • @andynieuwenhuis7833
      @andynieuwenhuis7833 Місяць тому

      ​@@WildBeare ; HI, from Kitchener,Ontario. There's a guy in Alberta,Canada that has a Channel, Called camping with Steve. He does alot of Your type of camping, which also goes into Winter camping. His Name Steve Wallis, if you get the Chance Please check out the channel.

  • @Danny-ge2my
    @Danny-ge2my Місяць тому +3

    Oh you should see the smile on my face, every time you say it's absolutely lovely!!!! I just absolutely have to smile!!!

  • @nonook2010
    @nonook2010 7 місяців тому +37

    Love this video! I think, as small kids, we have all imagined using an umbrella as our only shelter in the woods. You bring our imaginations to life. Your creativity is awesome and thank you for sharing your adventures with us! Be safe!!

  • @frans810324
    @frans810324 6 місяців тому +10

    In fishing terms they’re called a brolly. There are actually high quality brolly’s for sale specifically used for carp fishing. They are capable of dealing with loads of rain and are definitely waterproof. Great to see that you try these methods as well. It’s always relaxing sleeping outside and being part of nature. Great video!

  • @user-David-Alan
    @user-David-Alan 7 місяців тому +22

    You always put a unique spin on the camping experience. That was awesome but I think better at the beach. Please stay well and always creative. You are pure entertainment. Thank you for being you.

  • @chefshower1
    @chefshower1 2 місяці тому +6

    You are a breath of fresh air.

  • @ElGwapo1927
    @ElGwapo1927 7 місяців тому +5

    You always look so at home and comfortable under canvas. A sign your spirit was meant to be outdoors. Great video as always

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you :) 💚

  • @aabenhus
    @aabenhus 7 місяців тому +6

    Cozy! The sound of rain falling is one of the best sounds in the world.

  • @EclipseAdventureTravels
    @EclipseAdventureTravels 7 місяців тому +31

    Claire, you go from the downright crazy to the absolute madness....and I love it! Not afraid to try something new, and always bring with you the fun factor with any camp you do. You have to love the abundance of wildlife around you (my favourite on any camp). Keep doing what you do, I personally love your eagerness to give happy & fun content. X

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +6

      Thank you so much, so glad you enjoy my lil nights out :D have a great week 🙂🌿🐻

    • @StevenKeery
      @StevenKeery 7 місяців тому

      @@WildBeare : Glad to see your physio seems to be working.
      Have you ever considered a wild camp on a beach? Or are there none close enough to you that are suitably isolated?
      Or even a camping trip from an inflatable kayak, or paddle board. Camping on an island in the river.
      It might make for interesting photographs of tree branches overhanging the water and the tree roots in the water.
      You might have to share the island with geese or ducks but that would add interest imo.
      Best wishes to you, I always enjoy your shenanigans.

    • @EclipseAdventureTravels
      @EclipseAdventureTravels 7 місяців тому

      ❤@@WildBeare

    • @christopherstirling8539
      @christopherstirling8539 5 місяців тому

      Well said, inspirational.

  • @mandalorion
    @mandalorion 7 місяців тому +9

    I am , ironically watching this in my garden under a massive fishing umbrella, got a little fire going, all I need now is the rain. Thank you for inspiring me.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +1

      Ahh that sounds really gorgeous 😍

    • @StevenKeery
      @StevenKeery 7 місяців тому +1

      @@WildBeare : I holidayed in Rhodes a few years back. The air was hot and sultry, with the promise of a storm. As I was sitting under a beautiful tree at a restaurant, a bolt of lightning hit the ground about 100 feet from me.
      The bang was tremendous and I could feel the reverberation it caused as a shock wave.
      The staff immediately hustled everyone inside until the storm was over.
      When I returned a few months later, the cafe had pruned many of the branches of the tree I had sat under, totally disfiguring it.
      I loved that tree. Lol

    • @user-yo6uz4tj5u
      @user-yo6uz4tj5u 7 місяців тому

      This is the Way!

  • @barrylevy4043
    @barrylevy4043 7 місяців тому +31

    Another fun one! Cute shots of the neat looking snail and colorful slugs. It is amazing how many "waterproof" outdoor products lead to a good soaking. Glad you're helping folks realize to always have a backup plan!

    • @Demun1649
      @Demun1649 7 місяців тому +4

      I am, and always have been, a JIC. Just In Case is a great aid to survival.

    • @Bellz972
      @Bellz972 7 місяців тому +1

      I realized that rain jackets 🧥 these days are pretty bad in heavy rain too. U may not get drenched but you do get wet after some time.

    • @Creativehealing444
      @Creativehealing444 7 місяців тому +3

      Fabulous! 🐌🧚‍♀️🌩 Thank you Claire. We love your magical sense of adventure and your appreciation of the precious gift of life. Hope your ankle is healing well? Big respect and all the love 🙌🏻💜🙌🏻

  • @Caroline55556
    @Caroline55556 7 місяців тому +24

    From someone who used to be a adventurer like yourself to now a mother of a beautiful little girl, it gives a lots of joy watching you. I feel all your happiness and contentment. It’s like a little reminder of the adventures I used to go on. Even though I currently can’t go on big adventures, I always watch your videos like I’m there with you. Your such a beautiful person. Xxx

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +11

      Aw bless you, thank you so much 🤗 I am also a mother, to an amazing (not-so-little) boy, he's pre-teen now and growing up fast. He's with his dad on alternate weekends, so that's when I get my time to do my thing and play in the woods and mountains.
      Much love to you and your little one 💚👋 thank you for watching my lil videos

    • @garysimpson3592
      @garysimpson3592 2 місяці тому

      Your definitely a real beauty ! Your a mans man- womans woman. Your so strong and brave. I have been, enjoying your camping videos for hours last night. Really Enjoyed them, Brilliant you are!! 👏🏕️

  • @stevekitt52
    @stevekitt52 7 місяців тому +33

    I usually take a golfing umbrella with me when out in wet weather as it can shelter your food when you stop for lunch (no wind blowing) but never thought of a fishing brolly. Keep those ideas coming, Claire .😊

  • @SteeleJackOutdoors
    @SteeleJackOutdoors 7 місяців тому +15

    I camped through a thunderstorm back in July. It was amazing! In my little stratosphere with a tarp over the top to keep it dry. Was very impressed that the tarp stayed in place over 3 days without any adjustment! It’s an amazing atmosphere though, especially when you’re dry and snug. Can’t wait to do it again. Great video! Thanks for sharing.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +3

      Ah that sounds great :D I just tried the Ionosphere recently, a bit small for my liking but it would be much better with a tarp over. That's amazing that it stayed put for 3 days! 👏 Thank you for watching, hope you're having a nice week :)

  • @SMETSYSGNIMIT
    @SMETSYSGNIMIT 7 місяців тому +22

    Terrific video. As a young boy, I used to go camping on my own in the mountains behind our home. I would take our fishing umbrella and a tarp and I was happy as a slug in a light rain. You brought back some terrific memories, so thanks!

  • @Dadofett
    @Dadofett 2 місяці тому +4

    I would have loved that. Sleeping in the woods with lightning going on.

  • @Alun49
    @Alun49 7 місяців тому +5

    I have started re-watching these videos. That is not something I normally do. I find the outdoors-by-proxi immensely relaxing and enjoyable. It's great when I forget the trip and just re-experience these great out-door challenges.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +2

      Aw that's so great, so glad you enjoy, thank you :D

  • @johnhempsall4644
    @johnhempsall4644 7 місяців тому +8

    You crack me up. I love how the weather doesn’t bother you or your plans. Beautiful as always stay safe

  • @reddirt5489
    @reddirt5489 7 місяців тому +25

    So glad to see the ankle is healing and you are able to get back out in nature.😊 And what a very cool overnight experience under the umbrella it was!
    If you like that type of open space feeling you should look at the backwoods bungalow, by One Tirgris. But I’m sure you have already came across this tent.
    Thanks for the cool time!

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +9

      Thank you, I found out that I dislocated it and broke a tiny bit of bone off as well as damaging the ligaments 😬 so I've got a fair amount of work to do on it but it's not giving me too much bother considering.
      Oooh yes, I have the One Tigris backwards bungalow, I love it :D I filmed with it back in February but never got around to editing the video. I might try to get it out next Feb haha
      Thanks for watching, hope you're having a nice week :) Claire

    • @reddirt5489
      @reddirt5489 7 місяців тому +2

      @@WildBeare
      Wow dang girl you are tough!
      I bet you did more damage walking all the way back on your already dislocated ankle. =((
      I’m so sorry that happened.
      And sorry you were all alone.😔
      That’s cool that you have the backwoods bungalow!😊
      I have one as well I love it too.
      I’ve only been able to use it once.
      But my environment is probably very different from yours, the wind and mountains where you are looks very severe but beautiful.!
      It’s very flat and boring where I live and not much to look at.☹️
      I was sick Sunday Monday and Tuesday with some kind of tummy bug? But I feel like a baby even mentioning it compared to what you are dealing with! ☹️
      I hope you have everything you need to get your ankle fixed.
      Thoughts and prayers!🥰

  • @SamhainBe
    @SamhainBe 7 місяців тому +2

    You are a real trooper Claire and that smile of yours after a night like that just puts the "happy" in happy camper!

  • @jeanbettencourt3728
    @jeanbettencourt3728 7 місяців тому +4

    You make a cozy little nook out of a huge umbrella ! AMAZING ! I seriously enjoyed the thunderstorm ! Thanks for sharing your awesome adventure ❤️☔❤️

  • @philvale5724
    @philvale5724 7 місяців тому +19

    Glad to hear/see your ankle is a lot better, Thunderstorms are great so long as you are in a safe location, thank you for sharing your experience,

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +2

      It's on the mend thank you :D not going far from my car at the mo as its fairly unstable currently but it doesn't hurt to walk on it now. Hopefully strengthen it up with physio. Thanks for watching :)

    • @philvale5724
      @philvale5724 7 місяців тому +1

      Glad to hear you are on the mend, and I look forward to your next adventure, stay safe, I forgot to mention, it was great to hear the owls and animals in the background, I have red squirrels where I live, and some of them come very close within two or 3 feet of where I’m standing,
      There is a young lady in Sweden. I believe she is English and she bought a property in Sweden a few years ago with her partner and she does wildlife photography and she has lots of red squirrels in the area. . She takes amazing photographs., keep up the good work.
      Look forward to seeing you out and about again soon , Phil

  • @terrysmith6676
    @terrysmith6676 7 місяців тому +35

    Great to see you out and about again. You're still positive despite a bit of a setback. It's absolutely amazing to be under the stars when the weather's a bit mental, certainly sharpens the senses. Stay healthy Wilde one

  • @Pinch_Of_Random
    @Pinch_Of_Random Місяць тому

    I love how cosy you always look Claire!
    To see you beaming at wet, thundery conditions, makes me happy!
    I love camping in storms.
    Love your work, Claire! 🫶🏽😃

  • @lights80088
    @lights80088 7 місяців тому +8

    And I can't even get my wife to sit on the front covered porch in the rain. You go girl, great video.

  • @BentbrooksRambles
    @BentbrooksRambles 7 місяців тому +9

    Your perpetual sense of adventure and willingness to try anything is just delightful. I do love a good storm. I've quaffed a pint in my hammock during one, but I've also been trapped on a mountain ridge in one, also in my hammock, but utterly humbled and terrified as my eyes were blinded my lighting bolts and thunder rattled my very soul. I carry a lightning tracker that I can turn on at the first rumble of thunder so that I can make sound decisions as a storm approaches me. As always, I enjoyed this!

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +5

      Heyy, oooh lordy that sounds absolutely terrifying. It's one of my fears, to be camped up high and wake up to a thunderstorm. I've been out in a valley in a storm before and could see the lightning hitting all the surrounding peaks and ridges. I'm so glad you were unscathed by it
      Thanks for watching my lil viddy, hope your week is a good one :)

    • @BentbrooksRambles
      @BentbrooksRambles 7 місяців тому +2

      @@WildBeare I love the sight of lightning, but I respect it mightily! Thanks for your reply; your vids are always delightful. I hope your week is wonderful, too. Happy trails!

  • @jerrywarren6959
    @jerrywarren6959 4 місяці тому

    To be in touch with nature like this is amazing and I love i5 myself .
    I absolutely love walking and adventures in the woods , moors and wild during the evenings.
    The brilliant noise of wind blowing,owls and such screeching and calling out amazing

  • @carlabryan6573
    @carlabryan6573 7 місяців тому

    Brillient! Loved this little overnight trip. The rain & thunderstorms made it magical.

  • @peterwinnington447
    @peterwinnington447 7 місяців тому +4

    Lovely to see you back, Claire. Keep looking after that ankle so that you can get out onto the fells you love.

  • @phillbrotheridge4014
    @phillbrotheridge4014 7 місяців тому +7

    Love your spirit of adventure and willingness to try different camping set ups. Well done.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому

      Thanks so much :D

  • @howardfreeland5595
    @howardfreeland5595 7 місяців тому +1

    You are certainly a brave and innovative camper. We enjoy how you sometimes do a little crazy things and are always completely calm and enjoy all things.

  • @MattieD
    @MattieD 7 місяців тому +4

    best advice i can give for waterproofing ; thick contractor garbage/bin bags. Cut them along one side to open them up for larger surface area, and put them either under, or over your tarp/shelter. They are very cheap, but extremely effective. Best advice for warmth, as a canadian, Wool. Even when its soaking wet, it will keep you toasty warm. Anyways, I love you videos very much, the relaxing vibes, and the general happiness you feel when enjoying the outdoors is very therapudic, thanks so much for sharing it all with us!!

  • @matthewsnyder4053
    @matthewsnyder4053 7 місяців тому +4

    I love that you experiment with various types of shelters. Your positive outlook on life and wild camping is contagious. Iʻm now motivated to get out more often and pop up different tarp configurations. You must know the area as you appear to be safe and secure from creatures.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much, enjoy the tarp, I love them, so many possibilities :D
      Yes these are my local woods so very familiar. We don't have much that can harm us in the UK, critter-wise. Ticks are my biggest concern, personally
      Hope you're having a nice week :)

  • @user-sr9cy6rb2p
    @user-sr9cy6rb2p 7 місяців тому +15

    Looks like you've taken the first steps in designing your own outdoor sleep system Claire- there's definitely an opportunity for someone with ur wild camping experience to design the perfect tent/shelter. I know if there was a product which had ur name on it I'd definitely buy it- how about The ClaireBeare range!!

  • @mikerangel1545
    @mikerangel1545 7 місяців тому

    It's good to see you back to doing what you love, playing outside with your animal friends.

  • @ks-eq3yx
    @ks-eq3yx 7 місяців тому +1

    Thanks Claire, I do this every time I fish through the night you see so much more,and with a good quality umbrella pitched in the right spot it's magical! Especially in a thunderstorm lighting up the horizon, you can see how the ancients superstitious of 'Fey Folk ' arose.

  • @PaddingtonBear2213
    @PaddingtonBear2213 7 місяців тому +13

    I absolutely love this woman. She is mad. 😂. Who would go wild camping under an giant umbrella. So many ideas. Keep up the fantastic work Claire. You do make me laugh. 🏕🏕

    • @steveschofield9243
      @steveschofield9243 7 місяців тому +1

      She's a 🎉

    • @yuthura7871
      @yuthura7871 7 місяців тому

      "Who would go wild camping under an giant umbrella."-Steve Wallis would and did a year ago,his video got a 770k views,i wonder where she got an idea.

    • @PaddingtonBear2213
      @PaddingtonBear2213 7 місяців тому +2

      @@yuthura7871 . Sadly I don’t know who Steve is. I’ve not seen his videos. Does it matter where Claire gets her ideas from? She is still entertaining the people who follow her. It happens all the time. People getting ideas from watching other peoples videos. It’s just a bit of fun. I think Claire is funny, entertaining, brave and educational in her videos. I’m sure I’m not alone. The people who follow Steve will have positive things to say about him too. There’s enough room out there for everyone. ❤️

    • @user-yo6uz4tj5u
      @user-yo6uz4tj5u 7 місяців тому +1

      Plenty of fisherpeople do it every week!

    • @PaddingtonBear2213
      @PaddingtonBear2213 7 місяців тому

      @@user-yo6uz4tj5u . I bet they don’t look as good as Claire. 😁

  • @jackmanhave9340
    @jackmanhave9340 7 місяців тому +6

    Hi Claire I;m glad to see your ankle is doing ok Always lovely to see how you make camping "cosy" Lots of love from the Netherlands

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you :) found out yesterday I actually dislocated it and broke a tiny bit of bone off as well as damaging ligaments 😬 so I've got a lot of work to do on it, but it's not giving me too much bother considering. Best wishes from England 👋

  • @richard_n
    @richard_n 7 місяців тому +2

    Bravo Claire, I've never seen anyone do anything like this on a camping trip. I think I had as much fun as you did.

  • @sonofagun9856
    @sonofagun9856 7 місяців тому +10

    i love these "unusual set-ups" they may give someone a nudge towards wild camping, i love how you put your videos together and keep it "lady-like" lol great work, i hope we have some nice late autumn-winter weather so we get to see more of your adventures, and lastly i hope your ankle is getting better and the brace is helping you, please take care of yourself. 🥰🥰🥰☔🎃

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +4

      Thank you :) the ankle is a lot better thank you, it's not got much stability now though so I'm hoping to strengthen it up with physio over winter. Ohh I had such a beautiful autumn camp at the weekend 😍🍂 but ended up bailing as I got spooked by lights in the forest, bit of a shame but I ended up sleeping in my car under the milky way which was equally gorgeous. Thanks for watching my lil video, have a lovely week 🙂🌿🐻

  • @timcaines1725
    @timcaines1725 7 місяців тому +5

    Love it Claire! Not only the thunderstorm, which I too love, but the umbrella. Now you just to to find a way to attach camo netting to your umbrella.

  • @jamesseltenreich652
    @jamesseltenreich652 7 місяців тому +1

    I would sleep so good with that rain bouncing off the umbrella, so peaceful to me, what a life you’re living, I take care of my mother and one day I’ll be back to exploring, your friend from Alaska 🙏❤️

  • @MrHasherd
    @MrHasherd 7 місяців тому

    I love your positive attitude Claire. Thanks.

  • @COOL-DROPS
    @COOL-DROPS 7 місяців тому +3

    That looked like fun! So nice to be cosy and safe when there's a Thunderstorm isn't it! 😊

    • @kensmith5694
      @kensmith5694 7 місяців тому +1

      Doubly so when you have a clear view of the lightning at a distance. Fireworks are provided free by nature.

  • @SinkyYT
    @SinkyYT 7 місяців тому +13

    Wow, I had no idea that those umbrellas were so huge. I've been looking for a temporary shelter for when I make timelapse videos and one of these will be ideal. 👍

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +3

      Ahh yeh it would be great for that :D they come in a few sizes, this is a big 2.2m one, like a cave under there it was 😍

    • @hokudadog7637
      @hokudadog7637 7 місяців тому

      Would you be able to seam seal the umbrella?

    • @SinkyYT
      @SinkyYT 7 місяців тому

      @@hokudadog7637 Probably

    • @mikebass3721
      @mikebass3721 7 місяців тому +1

      I have used a similar system in storms loads of times when working on security duties in the countryside though my umbrella has zip on full walls & a tarp for the front. Bit of extra seam seal should work to waterproof better

    • @felixalbion
      @felixalbion 7 місяців тому

      ​@@hokudadog7637A good quality one will come with taped seams and strong connection points. My brolly did and I have used it fishing.on beaches for 30 years with no problems.

  • @marksawyer6095
    @marksawyer6095 7 місяців тому +1

    What you do is amazing. I often watch one of your vids and go to bed with a rain CD and imagine being in the camp you've built, and drift off to sleep. Vicarious living through you. 63, but I'm thinking of trying it for real. Great stuff.

  • @buckypume6357
    @buckypume6357 7 місяців тому

    That looks so cozy, warm, and comfy. Brilliant idea! Love your adventure!

  • @carpnstuff
    @carpnstuff 7 місяців тому +4

    I go carp fishing and sleep under a brolly all the time...it's a lot more sturdy than yours and is proper snug, even in a downpour. I loved the music that you played over the bit when you are getting the tarp over🙂

  • @leightoncooke
    @leightoncooke 7 місяців тому +3

    I love your channel. You don’t just review equipment, but also tell a story, and with plenty of enthusiasm. Look forward to your next adventure.

  • @bradleysmith9431
    @bradleysmith9431 4 місяці тому

    The fact youre able to rough it out in the wilderness, alone, and still look beautiful doing it, is absolutely stunning!

  • @juharasanen9652
    @juharasanen9652 6 місяців тому

    I just found your channel for couple a days ago and I really enjoy following your adventures, calm narration and your positivity! Thank you Claire!

  • @davechandler40
    @davechandler40 7 місяців тому +4

    Totally off your brolly ... er trolley😂
    Glad you survived the lightning under your umbrella.. Ella.. Ella!
    Great video ❤

  • @DavidPaulNewtonScott
    @DavidPaulNewtonScott 7 місяців тому +3

    I have been living in a tent for over a year the only thing that scares me is getting wet. Don't get wet don't get cold.

  • @benjaminbryant2680
    @benjaminbryant2680 7 місяців тому

    I am so glad to see your ankle is doing better. Thank you for another excellent adventure. This was a fun alternative shelter.

  • @OneFlyingLap
    @OneFlyingLap 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for sharing this adventure with us all. Absolutely brilliant as always 💪👍

  • @asaandthemarchharepart2903
    @asaandthemarchharepart2903 7 місяців тому +13

    Brilliant one. You still would of thought a fishing umbrella would stop the water from coming through. Definitely was an amazing experience sat watching and listening to a thunder storm. Did you count the seconds between the lightning and the thunder haha. Wonderfully filmed as always Claire. Keep Loving the Adventure 💚

    • @tonysansom
      @tonysansom 7 місяців тому +3

      It should have. This was obviously a cheapie.

    • @Demun1649
      @Demun1649 7 місяців тому

      @@tonysansom Not a cheapie, just a "Not Good Value For The Money" product.

    • @tonysansom
      @tonysansom 7 місяців тому

      @@Demun1649 Do you own a microscope?

    • @Demun1649
      @Demun1649 7 місяців тому

      @@tonysansom I was correcting the usual "tight" comment, commonly made by the English.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi Asa! Thanks yes you would think so 🤔 no taped seams on it which I think was the issue. Hope you're good Sir! Thanks and much Love 🌿🐻

  • @dubstatic
    @dubstatic 7 місяців тому +3

    please take us all with you one day !

  • @1024Pete
    @1024Pete 7 місяців тому

    Bravo to your fortitude in challenging nature’s tooth and claw with your impressive improvisation. Be well. Be safe. Wishing you peace and good fortune. Happy Trails!

  • @powerdroidgirl
    @powerdroidgirl 7 місяців тому

    Cracking camp set up, I love it and I'm so jealous, it looked so cosy. My favorite video of hours yet x

  • @YouTube
    @YouTube 7 місяців тому +27

    ur braver than me 😭

    • @solidsnakesimulation666
      @solidsnakesimulation666 3 місяці тому +1

      It's YOU'RE*, you're pretending to be UA-cam so represent it properly.

  • @IronmanV5
    @IronmanV5 7 місяців тому +6

    Ladylike with a bigger set of cojones than a lot of men. Claire, you're amazing.
    Your videos make the day better.

    • @byteme9718
      @byteme9718 7 місяців тому

      Well that just spoiled the fantasy of many men watching this. 😂

    • @IronmanV5
      @IronmanV5 7 місяців тому

      @@byteme9718 and likely made many more men even more attracted to her...

    • @byteme9718
      @byteme9718 7 місяців тому

      @@IronmanV5 😮

  • @finlayfraser9952
    @finlayfraser9952 2 місяці тому

    Lady, you are a force of nature.

  • @timsands7288
    @timsands7288 7 місяців тому

    I'm amazed how you keep thinking up new shelters to spend the night under!

  • @randymercer7891
    @randymercer7891 7 місяців тому +1

    Love your videos. You look so into nature and your love of what you do will inspire others to be one with nature.

  • @Alienalloy
    @Alienalloy 7 місяців тому

    I watch these with such glee and happiness each time, exited in the situations you get in to, thankyou so much for these excellent videos ,even though its been many years since iv last camped..im still edging to get back out there due to your example , never stop

  • @happychappy2b252
    @happychappy2b252 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for taking us along on the adventure (glad your feeling up to a trip out again)

  • @williamburns-uw2gf
    @williamburns-uw2gf 7 місяців тому

    So happy your back on your feet and looking well; another heartwarming video. I recently have had over baring hard times and since watching you, I now go in the wild outdoors that helps massively. You are truly my life saver Claire, thank you with all my heart. Big hugs and stay safe dear friend.

    • @williamburns-uw2gf
      @williamburns-uw2gf 7 місяців тому

      ?????????????????????????

    • @StevenKeery
      @StevenKeery 7 місяців тому +1

      @@williamburns-uw2gf : Be careful, the Telegram message is from a troll, not Clare.

    • @williamburns-uw2gf
      @williamburns-uw2gf 7 місяців тому

      @@StevenKeery Thank you friend as they seem to be able to delete messages on WildBeare YT too as did express that I knew it was a troll. I love watching Claire as she has helped me to love nature again. It was very kind of you to reply.

  • @davem1564
    @davem1564 7 місяців тому

    Love the umbrella tent. Also, I’m glad you have recovered completely Claire. Enjoyed your explanation of the uses of this tent.

  • @edwardgrafton4663
    @edwardgrafton4663 7 місяців тому

    Wow that was really lovely wee video the sound off the rain hitting your umbrella is so relaxing and watching the lighting light up the sky.

  • @johnwyse3249
    @johnwyse3249 7 місяців тому +2

    Absolutely stunning light show for a camp set up, definitely on my bucket list working nights I've been able to stand out and watch a lot of storms roll over but it's definitely not the same as being out and just laying there relaxing 🙂 hope you ankle is healing up and not giving you to much pain

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you it was so beautiful, something I've always wanted to experience 😍 the ankles not too bad, the instability in it is the main issue, hoping to strengthen it up over winter so that I can be ready for longer distances in the spring. Hope you're having a lovely week :) 🌿🐻

  • @akseakayaker
    @akseakayaker 7 місяців тому

    This is a brilliant idea. Lightweight, easy to set up, affordable and generally just a cool concept. This is why I love to watch your videos, your not shy to test and show us the results.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому +1

      Thank you, I loved it, even if it was leaky haha

  • @BourneOutside
    @BourneOutside 7 місяців тому

    That was a great idea to camp under that, Claire. It’s blimmin massive.
    Good idea to strengthen it mind.

  • @vickyf164
    @vickyf164 7 місяців тому

    Hey Claire 👋 Another one of your camps that is a childhood ambition lol. Really enjoyed this! Thanks ❤ Have a blessed week 🙏

  • @pauljudders2536
    @pauljudders2536 7 місяців тому +1

    Very brave lady - put us wimps to shame lol ! great videos and nothing better than sound of rain in shelter , great videos - stay safe ;)

  • @peteringelsson4697
    @peteringelsson4697 Місяць тому

    So cosy in the rain and thunder .. Love it ! 😍

  • @user-tb2sz4yb9e
    @user-tb2sz4yb9e 7 місяців тому

    Fantastic just fantastic!! I also like the close up images of the very small animals. Great job Wildbeare.!

  • @frithbarbat
    @frithbarbat Місяць тому

    I half thought this was going to be an April Fool's joke, but no, just Claire pushing another limit. Brilliant.

  • @user-kz9ng3te2j
    @user-kz9ng3te2j 7 місяців тому

    You finally got your storm.... 🎉😊 Looks an awesome simple lay out too. Love this. Glad your ankle is better too. X

  • @diceau
    @diceau 7 місяців тому +1

    love seeing the different types of gear.

  • @katrinagibson6559
    @katrinagibson6559 7 місяців тому

    Thunderstorms are my favourite wild camp watch, I think yout setup was like a cool wee cave, loved it 😊 ty

  • @trooperdgb9722
    @trooperdgb9722 Місяць тому

    Rain on a tent, or on a tin roof! Marvellous sound..as long as you're out of it... lol And your obvious enjoyment of what you do is a real tonic....

  • @kevanne3230
    @kevanne3230 Місяць тому +1

    You are simply amazing I am an experienced tramper but you have provided me with a lesson on using an emergency shelter your confidence in some trying conditions puts you in a class on your own thankyou Thank you Kevin NZ

    • @kevanne3230
      @kevanne3230 Місяць тому

      I have always found fire lighting skills are important 1A fire provides heat Hypothermia. Boils water cooks a meal Turns darkness into light gives you security allows you to be seen Kevin NZ Dries wet clothing A tip! always keep a dry pair of sox in your pack!

  • @Sammy213
    @Sammy213 2 місяці тому +1

    I love your willingness to try new weird ways of camping 🤣

  • @tennessee_
    @tennessee_ 7 місяців тому

    Kind of crazy when you have to put seam sealer on an umbrella. I guess take nothing for granted . So glad to see you again Lady Clare 🌹🌹

  • @drphibesrises
    @drphibesrises 7 місяців тому

    You are a beautiful young lady and the fact that you are not scared out there by yourself makes you more amazing. Personally I would be a little apprehensive especially with all those creepy crawlies. Stay safe, thanks for sharing.

  • @anthonykuhn7644
    @anthonykuhn7644 7 місяців тому

    Camping with a difference. So refreshing to see someone thinking outside the box. Glas the ankle is letting you get out and about again

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  7 місяців тому

      Thank you :D yep it's not too bad now, not going far from the car currently but hoping to get it stronger over winter :) Hope you're having a nice week! 🌿🐻

  • @KeithThorne
    @KeithThorne 7 місяців тому +1

    I once was camping in a thunder storm in the forests of Germany. With the lighting crashing and the thunder rolling, I sat in my tent dialing through the various radio stations on my short wave radio (this was before smart phones). I landed on a a station playing the 1812 overture, cannon volleys and all. It fit perfectly to the heavenly cannonande reverberating through the canopies.

  • @Ivan-ji7tb
    @Ivan-ji7tb 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for your wonderful videos. It was amazing to see you make a comfortable shelter in a thunderstorm from an umbrella and you did so well to calmly deal the badly damaged ankle. Well done you. I’m so glad I found your channel. Look forward to watching all your adventures, thank you again