Hiking and Winter Wild Camping in the Lake District - Lessons from Our First Year on YouTube

Поділитися
Вставка
  • Опубліковано 25 січ 2025

КОМЕНТАРІ • 73

  • @Kellysher
    @Kellysher День тому

    I can’t imagine how much work and time it takes to put these together, and you share everything for free! I’m a 63 year old nature nerd from the US. I recently got back into photography after a very long break. Just getting out into nature is its own reward, that is the success! Anyone who does this often knows some days are wet and grey and all the wildlife is hiding! Some days are stunning and there is so much to photograph, it’s like Christmas morning! Just get out there and enjoy the places that you’re visiting. Don’t put so much pressure on perfection or the “project”. These are memories you are building in your book of life. To quote the nature poet, Mary Oliver. Go out in nature, be amazed. Tell about it! (Oh and start selling that camo cap! I want 2!)

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 хвилин тому

      Kelly this is so kind of you, thank you for your lovely words. So glad to hear you’re back into your photography! Hope you get more “Christmas morning” wildlife encounters very soon! 😀 haha we will definitely keep you informed on the camo caps! 🧢

  • @johnbentley4429
    @johnbentley4429 13 днів тому +4

    Life is a learning curve and I have enjoyed your 1st year and looking forward to many more with you.😊

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Thank you John! Life is definitely a learning curve. So glad you've enjoyed the videos! 😊

  • @samanthawilliams5078
    @samanthawilliams5078 10 днів тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @JennyC-q3x
    @JennyC-q3x 10 днів тому

    This is so perfect and so wholesome. Congratulations on a wonderful year on UA-cam ❤

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  10 днів тому

      Thank you so much 🥰 thank you for all your support!

  • @brighteyedbirding
    @brighteyedbirding 13 днів тому

    What a great year on UA-cam for you both! Can't wait to see what 2025 holds for you! Keep up the great work!

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Thank you Jordan! Looking forward to seeing more of your videos in 2025! 😀

  • @rooflessdriver68
    @rooflessdriver68 11 днів тому

    Don’t think of it as a failure to make a video. You are showing real life, not just the exciting/nice bits. Well done for getting out there and doing it! ❤

  • @jag1970s
    @jag1970s 12 днів тому +1

    You two are also what is so likeable about your videos. You have shown us some wonderful footage, yes, some of it has been magical (those owls!), but I like you! You are relatable and not fake. Also, I think I can say that, as a bird-obsessed nature-obsessed Brit, your videos have shown me the muddy muted colours I know, and love. That misty morning was beautiful to me. Completely beautiful.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  11 днів тому

      Wow thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! That really means so much to us! 🙏 So glad a fellow bird-obsessed nature-obsessed Brit enjoys our videos 😀

    • @Kellysher
      @Kellysher День тому

      Great sentiment! I can say the same thing as bird obsessed,nature obsessed “yankee”! It does feel like I know you a little from watching these! I love the laid back, peaceful vibe of your work, and I always learn something! Great work!

  • @bson2278
    @bson2278 13 днів тому

    Congratulations on year 1. I for one thoroughly enjoy your videos. I hope you continue onto bigger and better things. Just make sure you keep us in the loop, lol. Well done ladies

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Thank you! 😀 thank you for your support this year! Will absolutely be sure to keep everyone in the loop 😊

  • @Clairepcoach
    @Clairepcoach 12 днів тому

    Great video & msg- the views were amazing despite the mist. 👏👏

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Thank you Claire! So glad you enjoyed it! 😀

  • @ivan11cast
    @ivan11cast 13 днів тому

    Wow that place is still so stunning, misty and all! The experiences are definitely priceless, can wait to see more of yalls videos in 2025 ❤

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому +1

      Thanks so much Ivan 😀 hoping we can go back to the Lake District soon, it's very beautiful!

  • @brettcurry2905
    @brettcurry2905 13 днів тому

    Great video!! I've been checking, waiting for the next video to come. I love the honesty, that it's not all chocolate and roses, that there are bumps and hurdles. Bring on this new year, onwards and upwards.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому +1

      Thank you Brett that's very kind! So glad you enjoyed the video! 😀 more videos and bumps and hurdles to come in 2025 hopefully!

  • @wayneturner16
    @wayneturner16 13 днів тому

    You 2 are doing a great job and you should be very proud of what you have achieved, keep em coming please ;)

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому

      Ah Wayne thank you so much! Really appreciate it 😊 so glad you're enjoying them, a few more owls this year hopefully! 😀 🦉

  • @tomlee812
    @tomlee812 10 днів тому

    I've enjoyed your first year's videos and I admire your persistence. I didn't get out with the camera nearly as much as I planned to last year. I look forward to following you in 2025 and hope the year will be kind to you both.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  10 днів тому +1

      Thank you so much Tom! We hope 2025 brings you some fantastic time out there (and with the camera!)!

  • @markandnellie
    @markandnellie 10 днів тому

    Lovely video, being out in nature 👍

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  10 днів тому

      Thank you so much Mark! Really pleased you enjoyed it 😊

  • @merchant746
    @merchant746 13 днів тому +1

    Been so amazing to follow you both this year. You have both done amazing. Should be so proud of what you have achieved. Great video looking forward to the next one.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Peter thank you so much, and thank you particularly for your support over our first year, we've really appreciated it. Hopefully more videos coming soon and we might see you out and about! 😊

  • @DomBarker
    @DomBarker 13 днів тому

    great job guys!

  • @juliacruttenden5907
    @juliacruttenden5907 13 днів тому

    Have enjoyed ur videos and looking forward to ur next adventures. Thank u for sharing

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому +1

      Thank you Julia that's very kind! 😊

  • @lauriefish58
    @lauriefish58 13 днів тому +1

    Your message for this video is inspiring. I’ve so enjoyed your videos, they’re so well done and I can see how you’ve progressed in 2024. Please make sure you are adventuring firstly for yourself, that’s the priority and if you’re inspired to create a video then that’s super. Have a great 2025 ladies.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Thank you Laurie, and thanks for all your support this year! You're absolutely right about making sure we're adventuring for... the adventure! 😀 hoping we can bring more progress into 2025 😊

  • @deborahyoungs5741
    @deborahyoungs5741 13 днів тому

    Great video, looking forward to following more of your travels this year.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому

      Thank you so much Deborah! So glad you enjoyed the video! 😀

  • @douglaswetzel3221
    @douglaswetzel3221 13 днів тому

    Great job on your videos from this guy in Houston. Appreciate you naming the birds in one video as they're mostly all lifers to me. And never saw deer with racks like those! I also enjoy seeing the habitats you visit, very interesting stuff.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Ah thank you so much Douglas! So glad you've enjoyed the videos! Hoping for some more coming very soon 😊

  • @MichealSeaghdha
    @MichealSeaghdha 13 днів тому

    Setbacks aren't really failures unless you give up. This video was a clear example of where the elements were against you and there was nothing more you could possibly have done. There's still beauty to be found in the cold, misty uphill treks. But all that photo gear made it doubly hard, although I think ultimately worthwhile! If you return to that area one day, the light will be different and your whole perception might change. But anyway, I've enjoyed every single one of your videos and will watch for as long as you continue to output them. And if there's a long gap in-between, or you change your minds about it, that's OK too.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому +1

      Micheal thank you so much for all your kind words and comments, we really appreciate your support! You’re so right about giving up, we still had an amazing time out there and it’s important to remember that 😀 it’s such a beautiful area we’re sure we’ll be back many times and maybe one of those we’ll get the result we’re hoping for, but will still enjoy it even if we don’t! 😀

  • @deliriobimotadb6
    @deliriobimotadb6 13 днів тому

    Your uniqueness as content creators lies in the authenticity of your storytelling and your deep love for nature. You are much better than you think you are. Cheers from Belgium!

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Thank you so much! That is very kind of you! Hugely appreciate your support and your kind words! 😊

  • @TheOnlyHikers
    @TheOnlyHikers 7 днів тому

    Great video! We are looking to wild camp in the Lake District anyway but this video has definitely pushed the plan forward thank you!

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  6 днів тому

      Thank you so much 😀 ah you will have an amazing time it’s so beautiful there! 🏕️

  • @dalewillis1494
    @dalewillis1494 13 днів тому

    Good to see you both back. I love your little videos and it’s never occurred to me that you’ve failed. You’re showing us outdoors and wildlife, both of which are unpredictable. I’m looking forward to more videos during your UA-cam year 2. 👍

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому +1

      Ah Dale that is so kind of you thank you so much! So glad you enjoy the videos and thank you so much for your kind words and support!

  • @davidipema7898
    @davidipema7898 13 днів тому

    👍 i think i have seen that location , in a landschape channel of Tomas Heaton , maybe you know him ?
    its always good to be outside , and enjoy what nature gives us , there is a hole world waiting for you to be discovered
    and then for us to enjoy the movies , good luck and i hope to see more soon 👍

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому +1

      Thank you David 😀 yes you're right I think I've seen Thomas Heaton spend a good bit of time in the Lake District on his videos, they are awesome 😊 maybe one day we can get photos like he has! 😅

    • @davidipema7898
      @davidipema7898 12 днів тому

      @@AWilderLife i tried to make lanschape photographs , but i end up whit a lot of pictures of birds taken whit the wrong lens☺

  • @Richcovephoto
    @Richcovephoto 13 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing your experience! Life is a challenge. Ellen DeGeneres once said, 'When you take risks, you learn that there will be times when you succeed, and there will be times when you fail, and both are equally important.' - - Remember when we were babies, we fell down, got back up, fell down, got back up, and so on. Then one day we stayed up and walked... then fell down again! Just keep doing what you are doing, and as long as you both enjoy it, that's what counts. Your views will come along for the ride! Good luck in 2025!"

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому +1

      Thank you so much Rich! So true about learning to walk 😅 we're definitely enjoying the journey for sure! 🙌

  • @gggwebb
    @gggwebb 13 днів тому

    LOVE this! Well done for your first year on YT, you guys are brilliant xxx

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому

      G you are very kind 😀 thank you so much! xxx

  • @terrym3837
    @terrym3837 14 днів тому

    My favourite place the lakes never tire of them, spent many nights out on the fells.

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому +1

      Totally agree Terry! Absolutely wonderful place 😊

  • @tommyspring12
    @tommyspring12 13 днів тому

    You guys are the best! X

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому

      Tommy YOU’RE the best 😀 x

  • @SandraNelder
    @SandraNelder 14 днів тому

    Lovely video girls with a great message ❤

  • @carolfranklyn-wi8lp
    @carolfranklyn-wi8lp 12 днів тому

    How can that be a failure with scenery like that ? Enjoyed your first year and looking forward to seeing what you get up to in 2025

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      You're spot on, Carol! The scenery was really wonderful, hoping we can get back again there very soon 😀 thank you for your kind words!

  • @PhilDodsworthOutandAbout
    @PhilDodsworthOutandAbout 4 дні тому

    Great video and what a channel, just subscribed from a fellow UA-camr 😉👍

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  3 дні тому

      Thank you so much Phil! 😀 really appreciate the support! 😊

  • @chris_kiss_wildlife
    @chris_kiss_wildlife 13 днів тому

    Another amazing video well done girls x
    Looking forward to what you bring us in 2025
    I too started my channel in 2024 May I’ve not got as much talent as the both of you and still not found my voice I will endeavour to get some voice overs in 2025
    Keep up the good work and looking forward to your next video x

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  13 днів тому +1

      Thank you Chris! That’s very kind 😊 it can all be a bit scary at first haha! Looking forward to seeing how you get on in 2025!

  • @jonathanwilkinson1461
    @jonathanwilkinson1461 6 днів тому

    Happy new year Girls, hopefully plenty of grand vids in 25. R u doing your 5 owl challenge again? I've started with the L.E.O again so hopefully I may do it this year..

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  5 днів тому

      Happy new year Jonathan! I think we will definitely try and do the owl challenge again, I actually FINALLY saw my first LEO this weekend too, it was very much sat around not doing much so we'll have to try and film them when they're hunting! 🦉😀 keep us updated with how you get on with the owls!

    • @jonathanwilkinson1461
      @jonathanwilkinson1461 5 днів тому

      @@AWilderLife Great stuff, so pleased you got one, same weekend as me!..

  • @HawkInTheLens
    @HawkInTheLens 13 днів тому

    If your failures are as well created as this one, I would want to see all those other tales! The storytelling here was unbelievable

    • @AWilderLife
      @AWilderLife  12 днів тому

      Ah Hawkin that's very kind! Looking forward to more of your videos this year! 😊