I thoroughly enjoyed this vide as much as if your camp went exactly as planned. Why, you ask? Because as you say, sometimes despite our efforts- things just go a different way. So what you’re teaching folks here is that a positive attitude and the ability to adapt and “recreate” on the fly are the keys to a safe and successful camp. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve gone out to practice some “perfect setup” I’ve seen on UA-cam and then found myself baffled midway through and saying “Hmmm. Well this obstacle wasn’t covered in the video.” Camping conundrums are inevitable. And your humility and integrity in addressing them as YOU experience them sets you apart and ahead of the pack. So thank you!
Thank youuuu sooo much! You have spoken exactly what I was thinking as I was going through those moments. The baffle thoughts when other UA-cam channels make it look sooo easy 😏 ... Life will present it's challenges but as mentioned adapting and recreate a new plan is key to overcome. I truly appreciate your thoughts and encouragement my friend, thank you for watching and sharing in the journey, enjoy every moment of life 🤠🌲☕
Your honesty is a large reason for my subscription to your channel. I listen and learn. Thank you NatureMan for the beautiful views and words of wisdom!!!✌️🙂
Awww thank youuuu so much as always Tresann 🤗 I almost didn't upload the adventure but realized these moments are soooo important to share, they are life lessons and part of the journey. Plus, these views are the highlight showcasing the beauty around us. Always appreciate your kind heart my friend, thank youuuu so so much 🤗🤠🌲☕
Exactly! Always look for the best out of a not so good situation. Just love this area too Jason, it's absolutely amazing! Thanks Brother, appreciate you my friend 🤠🌲☕
Yes, I can see & even feel your frustration. But look at how you initiated a plan "B" ! And your campsite looks cozier than my living room. This video was a good example of how one stays determined and resourceful. How true we encounter unexpected situations in nature, but like you wonderfully showed here, one "rolls with it". And success is the ultimate outcome. This was a great video covering a scenario that wasn't all peaches & cream. But you rose to the top with patience, ingenuity and integrity. So hats' off to you Natureman ! That beautiful lakeside view was stunning and worth all the effort. 🌅🦋🌲
Thank youuuu so much Marilyn ☺️ This day many lessons were learned, including everything you mentioned. The phrase "Where there's a will, there's a way" echoed true. These views were absolutely spectacular and coincidentally this is the location I was visiting today but with my hammock 😁 Looking forward to sharing today's adventure and the delicious meal prepared 😋 ... Appreciate your encouragement and kind words my dear friend, nature is home and so glad we can enjoy it's beauty 🤠🌲🍃💚☕
Your reply so welcoming today. Yes make this a most wonderful day in the outdoors that fuel your imagination and lift your soul. I'm thankful for coming to your channel. Thank you for such positivity and sharing joy. Happy July 4th Natureman. 🦋🐌🕷🦂
It’s a no lose situation when you have views like that Gil! You’re right, you just never know what you’re dealing with and making changes is always a possibility. Thanks Brother!
Absolutely Brother Doug ☺️ Stunning views from either spot but the second one definitely worked better for this day. Nature's life lessons are the best! Always appreciated my friend 🤠🌲☕
I actually liked the spot you relocated to better, even if it was just a few feet. Not sure about the condition of the log behind you, but it makes for a great backrest. Beautiful view as always! 👍🙃
Right?! The log worked out perfectly and in between filming I ended up sitting on the foam pad resting my back against the log, worked great! Those views never cease to amaze me. Can't wait for the water levels to lower so I can walk along the shoreline and do some 'camping' there too 😀 Always appreciated Brother Tim 🤠🌲☕
I've seen such situations before. Most of the time it was the wrong peg. Changing peg types often helped me out. Only sometimes there are huge hard rocks below the surface and you won't get anything done. Maybe the whole "peninsula" is a huge rock with a thin layer of soil...
So true, I have different pegs and tried them all but unfortunately the same result each time. Soft soil above but roots and rocks underneath. I'll give the setup a go another time somewhere else. Appreciate you taking time to watch and sharing your thoughts 🤠🌲☕
To be honest, it's not the wrong campsite.... First, why using those poles to support the mesh??? You have a perfect ridgline! Just add two prusik knots to the ridgeline then use a small stick to link the loop of the prusik to the loop of the mesh. And that's it. Faster, more stable, less gear. As for the bottom corner of the mesh. Either bring steel pegs (some Dollar stores sells big heavy metal ones at 4 for $3), or add a longer cord to the loops and anchor them to a rock. And that's it, you're all set! Besides that, you had a giant log you could have attacjed two of the loops to. Also, for the two big poles you've brought. You've made the classic mistake of anchoring them with one cord only and inline. Bad.... The best way is to use three cords in a V patern (>-----< and not +------+), or you can use just one. 1st OPTION: V SHAPE USING THREE CORDS This setup is using a ridgeline to link and anchor both poles. And two small cords, one at each end to set a V shape anchoring. You only need to know three knots: tensioning knot, bowline, and the clove hitch Stick the trekking poles in the ground where you want them. If the ground is too hard or you have regular poles, then just use some rocks of logs to hold them still the time you install the cordage. Go to the first pole, then make a clove hitch on the pole, leaving enough length to reach the ground and some more. Now here's the "pro trick": take that additional length and attach it to a stake using a tensionning knot. BUT NOT in a straight line with the planned ridgeline. Stake it at a 45 degree from the ridgeline. Then, use a small cord and make a bowline that you'll pass around the same pole. Then, go stake it to the ground at the opposite 45 degree angle. This way you'll have two cords, at a V angle reaching the top of the pole. Next, do the same on the opposite side. So it will look like this: >-------< 2nd OPTION: V SHAPE WITH 5 CORDS Same as the first option. But you set a ridgeline linking both poles, then use two small cords on each side for the V-anchoring. The first version is faster, more stable, and uses less cords.
Thank you so much! In hindsight everything you mentioned I should've done. The ridgeline with prusset knots by far is the better option, I wasn't as prepared as I should've been but will take your advice for my next setup. Appreciate your thoughts and support 🤠🌲☕
@@thenaturemanadventures You're a good and honest guy. And best of all, open to suggestions. People like YOU becomes better experienced with the outdoors, faster, than all the others. And we ALL make mistakes, or could have done better, at one point or another. Keep going my friend! :D
The opportunity to move was there, but I used this as a guide for others to find an alternative solution if moving was not an option. Appreciate your feedback 🤠🌲☕
I thoroughly enjoyed this vide as much as if your camp went exactly as planned. Why, you ask? Because as you say, sometimes despite our efforts- things just go a different way. So what you’re teaching folks here is that a positive attitude and the ability to adapt and “recreate” on the fly are the keys to a safe and successful camp. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve gone out to practice some “perfect setup” I’ve seen on UA-cam and then found myself baffled midway through and saying “Hmmm. Well this obstacle wasn’t covered in the video.” Camping conundrums are inevitable. And your humility and integrity in addressing them as YOU experience them sets you apart and ahead of the pack. So thank you!
Thank youuuu sooo much! You have spoken exactly what I was thinking as I was going through those moments. The baffle thoughts when other UA-cam channels make it look sooo easy 😏 ... Life will present it's challenges but as mentioned adapting and recreate a new plan is key to overcome. I truly appreciate your thoughts and encouragement my friend, thank you for watching and sharing in the journey, enjoy every moment of life 🤠🌲☕
I’m right there with you, Nature Man! Blessings to you- and have a great rest of the weekend.👍
@HuntCreekBushcraft Thank you 😊 Blessings as well my friend 🤠🌲☕
Your honesty is a large reason for my subscription to your channel. I listen and learn. Thank you NatureMan for the beautiful views and words of wisdom!!!✌️🙂
Awww thank youuuu so much as always Tresann 🤗 I almost didn't upload the adventure but realized these moments are soooo important to share, they are life lessons and part of the journey. Plus, these views are the highlight showcasing the beauty around us. Always appreciate your kind heart my friend, thank youuuu so so much 🤗🤠🌲☕
Nature definitely tells you sometimes “NOT TODAY “.
Beautiful area you are in Natureman
Exactly! Always look for the best out of a not so good situation. Just love this area too Jason, it's absolutely amazing! Thanks Brother, appreciate you my friend 🤠🌲☕
Yes, I can see & even feel your frustration. But look at how you initiated a plan "B" ! And your campsite looks cozier than my living room. This video was a good example of how one stays determined and resourceful. How true we encounter unexpected situations in nature, but like you wonderfully showed here, one "rolls with it". And success is the ultimate outcome. This was a great video covering a scenario that wasn't all peaches & cream. But you rose to the top with patience, ingenuity and integrity. So hats' off to you Natureman ! That beautiful lakeside view was stunning and worth all the effort. 🌅🦋🌲
Thank youuuu so much Marilyn ☺️ This day many lessons were learned, including everything you mentioned. The phrase "Where there's a will, there's a way" echoed true. These views were absolutely spectacular and coincidentally this is the location I was visiting today but with my hammock 😁 Looking forward to sharing today's adventure and the delicious meal prepared 😋 ... Appreciate your encouragement and kind words my dear friend, nature is home and so glad we can enjoy it's beauty 🤠🌲🍃💚☕
Your reply so welcoming today. Yes make this a most wonderful day in the outdoors that fuel your imagination and lift your soul. I'm thankful for coming to your channel. Thank you for such positivity and sharing joy. Happy July 4th Natureman. 🦋🐌🕷🦂
@myfloridaourplanet.444 Wonderful to hear ☺️ Thank you so much my friend 🙏🏻 Happy 4th to you as well 🎉🇺🇲🎉
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It’s a no lose situation when you have views like that Gil! You’re right, you just never know what you’re dealing with and making changes is always a possibility. Thanks Brother!
Absolutely Brother Doug ☺️ Stunning views from either spot but the second one definitely worked better for this day. Nature's life lessons are the best! Always appreciated my friend 🤠🌲☕
I actually liked the spot you relocated to better, even if it was just a few feet. Not sure about the condition of the log behind you, but it makes for a great backrest. Beautiful view as always! 👍🙃
Right?! The log worked out perfectly and in between filming I ended up sitting on the foam pad resting my back against the log, worked great! Those views never cease to amaze me. Can't wait for the water levels to lower so I can walk along the shoreline and do some 'camping' there too 😀 Always appreciated Brother Tim 🤠🌲☕
I've seen such situations before. Most of the time it was the wrong peg. Changing peg types often helped me out. Only sometimes there are huge hard rocks below the surface and you won't get anything done. Maybe the whole "peninsula" is a huge rock with a thin layer of soil...
So true, I have different pegs and tried them all but unfortunately the same result each time. Soft soil above but roots and rocks underneath. I'll give the setup a go another time somewhere else. Appreciate you taking time to watch and sharing your thoughts 🤠🌲☕
In those types of situations I like to use rocks to hold the stakes down. Hope that is helpful next time
Thank you 😊 that's great advice, I'll give it a try next time 🤠🌲☕
Dude, this spot was perfect for a hammock...
Absolutely, I have hammocked here before but my goal was the tent setup, I didn't bring my hammock. Thank you for watching 🤠🌲☕
bad spot but great view...i'll take it.
Absolutely agree, the views are always sooo amazing! Thanks Brother 🤠🌲☕
To be honest, it's not the wrong campsite....
First, why using those poles to support the mesh??? You have a perfect ridgline! Just add two prusik knots to the ridgeline then use a small stick to link the loop of the prusik to the loop of the mesh. And that's it. Faster, more stable, less gear. As for the bottom corner of the mesh. Either bring steel pegs (some Dollar stores sells big heavy metal ones at 4 for $3), or add a longer cord to the loops and anchor them to a rock. And that's it, you're all set! Besides that, you had a giant log you could have attacjed two of the loops to.
Also, for the two big poles you've brought. You've made the classic mistake of anchoring them with one cord only and inline. Bad.... The best way is to use three cords in a V patern (>-----< and not +------+), or you can use just one.
1st OPTION: V SHAPE USING THREE CORDS
This setup is using a ridgeline to link and anchor both poles. And two small cords, one at each end to set a V shape anchoring. You only need to know three knots: tensioning knot, bowline, and the clove hitch
Stick the trekking poles in the ground where you want them. If the ground is too hard or you have regular poles, then just use some rocks of logs to hold them still the time you install the cordage.
Go to the first pole, then make a clove hitch on the pole, leaving enough length to reach the ground and some more. Now here's the "pro trick": take that additional length and attach it to a stake using a tensionning knot. BUT NOT in a straight line with the planned ridgeline. Stake it at a 45 degree from the ridgeline. Then, use a small cord and make a bowline that you'll pass around the same pole. Then, go stake it to the ground at the opposite 45 degree angle. This way you'll have two cords, at a V angle reaching the top of the pole. Next, do the same on the opposite side. So it will look like this: >-------<
2nd OPTION: V SHAPE WITH 5 CORDS
Same as the first option. But you set a ridgeline linking both poles, then use two small cords on each side for the V-anchoring. The first version is faster, more stable, and uses less cords.
Thank you so much! In hindsight everything you mentioned I should've done. The ridgeline with prusset knots by far is the better option, I wasn't as prepared as I should've been but will take your advice for my next setup. Appreciate your thoughts and support 🤠🌲☕
@@thenaturemanadventures You're a good and honest guy. And best of all, open to suggestions. People like YOU becomes better experienced with the outdoors, faster, than all the others. And we ALL make mistakes, or could have done better, at one point or another. Keep going my friend! :D
I donr understand why you didnt just mive the whole set up to another spot. Where theres a will, there is a way.
The opportunity to move was there, but I used this as a guide for others to find an alternative solution if moving was not an option. Appreciate your feedback 🤠🌲☕