Solo Canoe Camping on a Small River Island - Tarp Shelter, Bushcraft & Campfire Cooking

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  • Опубліковано 11 сер 2022
  • Join me on a canoe camp to a small island located on a local river. Once we paddle to the island we setup a tarp shelter and cook some food over an open fire, have a couple beers and relax! Hope you enjoy my first canoe trip on camera! Let me know in the comments below if you would like to see more trips like this in the future.
    Anyone interested in seeing more pictures from this trip or my other daily hikes please consider checking me out on Instagram @goin.solo
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 84

  • @insaforpresprod
    @insaforpresprod 8 днів тому +1

    Yes, please, more canoe videos. Perhaps even a longer trip down a river!

  • @frdrckcole
    @frdrckcole 11 днів тому +2

    Great wee film. If you look after your Ally it will last 20 plus years, and what's amazing about them is that you can replace all the parts, even the skin. Perhaps a proper canoe tripping adventure in the Rogen Nature Reserve in Sweden would be a good place to start for a Scandinavian expo. You'll need to strap a yoke to your Ally as the portages there require shoulder carries - easy to do.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  10 днів тому

      Thanks! I’ve really enjoyed the Ally canoe 👍. Being able to replace any of the individual components is fantastic. Nice to have that piece of mind if anything gets damaged it can be replaced without having to get another boat. I would love to one day do some trips in Sweden but while my kids are young most of my trips are here in the UK. Really appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment! ATB

  • @NKdidit.24
    @NKdidit.24 11 місяців тому +5

    One of the many things I love about your videos, their not constant ads popping up.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  11 місяців тому +6

      Glad you noticed 👍. I have never turned on the ad that will play in the middle of the video. I always felt they were kinda annoying. It would provide extra revenue to the channel and I’ve considered it to help cover the costs of these trips but money was never the goal of these videos so I’ve yet to turn it on. I just want people to enjoy the video and hopefully it inspires them to get outside themselves.

    • @NKdidit.24
      @NKdidit.24 11 місяців тому +3

      @@GoingSoloOutdoors you are truly one of a kind and I wish you had more subscribers. So many UA-camrs are all about the money and ads pop up every few minutes and yes, its extremely annoying. Thank you for letting the viewers enjoy the camp without the annoyance.

  • @carmelodriscoll6155
    @carmelodriscoll6155 Рік тому +3

    I sat back watching this video with a cup of my morning coffee.. BLISS ☺️ Great video.. I really enjoyed it, what a perfect little spot 😊 I love your cooking set up..Thanks for sharing.. Have a good weekend..Ps.. loved the swans at the end 🥰

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Happy to hear that you watched with a cup of coffee in hand!! Typically that’s how I will watch others videos with my morning coffee! Glad you liked the video. It was definitely a nice secluded spot. I will be back at some point. Maybe with a hot tent in the winter! Thanks for watching. Hope you have a great weekend as well! ATB (🦢👍😀)

  • @Digthis09
    @Digthis09 12 днів тому +1

    more canoe trips please :)

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  12 днів тому +1

      👍😀. I actually really enjoyed my last camp with the packraft. Bit easier and quicker to get out in than my canoe but I will definitely try to get out with the canoe again! Appreciate you watching

    • @Digthis09
      @Digthis09 12 днів тому

      @@GoingSoloOutdoors amazing and thank you for what you do!

  • @Mike-yx5pf
    @Mike-yx5pf Рік тому +6

    Definitely like to see more canoe camps. Awesome views along the river and very peaceful. 👍

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Good to hear! I’m excited to take it out again on another trip. Thanks for watching!

  • @BobDavies24
    @BobDavies24 Рік тому +2

    Stunning river loved the tarp set up but most of all it's good to see someone cook a steak without over cooking it QUALITY vlog. I only found your channel not long ago and I'm slowly working my way through all your videos and loving them so far👍

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Really appreciate you watching my older videos! I really enjoyed this camp. It was a really cool small island and nice to have it all to myself. A nice steak dinner never hurts! ATB

  • @tywilliams6530
    @tywilliams6530 Рік тому +2

    Another no foil hack. Cut the beer 1/3 the way down and around. Put your potato in and slide the top back over its self until it’s stopped by the potato. Slam her in the coals and enjoy.

  • @angelaknisely-marpole7679
    @angelaknisely-marpole7679 6 місяців тому +2

    Excellent. My husband and I have 3 open canoes, 2 for solo use (1 each) and one we use tandem. I love canoe camping and have done the River Wye from Glasbury down to Chepstow, and the Caledonian Canal - both over 5 days - , as well as shorter local trips.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  6 місяців тому

      Thanks! It is such a fun way to camp. I don’t get to do it as often here as I did back when I lived in the states but I would like to more. Sounds like great trips you two have had 👍. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment! ATB

  • @nialloutdoors
    @nialloutdoors Рік тому +3

    Great video. Really suited your laid back style. Cracker shot of the moon followed by great early morning shots. I'm now convinced that swans are as stupid as sheep! All good looks and zero brains 😆
    And by the way, you eat better on a camp than I do at home 🙈

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Haha thanks man. It was a really relaxing camp!Yeah not sure what the swans were doing. Have a great weekend! ATB

  • @windsup2day
    @windsup2day 4 місяці тому +1

    Your channel has become my absolute favorite. The filming is fabulous. You should do a video to share a little bit about yourself ... your name, etcetera, and how you got into doing what you love.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  4 місяці тому +2

      Thank you. Really glad you are liking the videos 👍. I haven’t really shared too many personal details about myself but I think maybe doing a question and answer video one day could be pretty fun!

  • @veejo9535
    @veejo9535 Рік тому +2

    …there is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so worth doing as simply messing about in boats. Looks like you found a great camp. Really like the look of your collapsible canoe and would enjoy seeing more videos of you taking it out. A trip to the Lake District with it would be awesome. Great video again.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      Good to hear! I’m really enjoying the canoe. Definitely going to take it to the Lake District for an island camp! Thanks for watching! Hope you’re having a great weekend!

  • @Glasshousebc
    @Glasshousebc Рік тому +3

    Superb… everything about it. The canoe, the camp, the cooking, thank you.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed the video. It was a really fun camp!

  • @cdesfusa
    @cdesfusa Рік тому +2

    really nice casual personal video, thank you

  • @bobohrumbobkat6860
    @bobohrumbobkat6860 Рік тому +2

    I love this island spot!! That dinner is basically my favorite camping meal. Being on the water opens up so many new possibilities! Cheers buddy!! Thanks as always

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      It was a great spot right! Really glad I found this island. Can’t go wrong with steak and potatoes! Definitely looking forward to more canoe camps. Appreciate the comments as always Bob! Hope you have a great week buddy! ATB

  • @danmegoutdoors8709
    @danmegoutdoors8709 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic little island, the Canoe looks fab and as always your steak looked amazing, great video as always 👍👍👍

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Dan & Meg! It was a very cool little island. Really excited to see where the canoe will take me next. Definitely a fun addition to the camping gear den! Hope you two have a great weekend!

  • @DavidNorthFilms
    @DavidNorthFilms Рік тому +2

    I enjoyed the video. I just started my camp channel last year and I have quickly found that canoe camping is my favourite. I laughed when you forget the aluminum foil, I always forget the foil! Anyways video looked good, I just subscribed. Looking forward to more.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Canoe camping is great! Thanks for watching and the support! I just subscribed to your channel as well. Look forward to checking out your videos. Have a great weekend!

  • @davidparr3089
    @davidparr3089 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for another great video! That is so cool your foldable canoe. With you in spirit be safe leave no Trace your friend Arizona Dave

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      Thanks Dave! It’s a great canoe, really enjoying it. Have a great weekend!

  • @spartanbrotherspr1153
    @spartanbrotherspr1153 Рік тому +2

    Awesome dude and the canoe so nice😃💪

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      Thanks man! I’m really enjoying the canoe. Looking forward to the next camp. Thanks for watching!

  • @Prashant.Khapane
    @Prashant.Khapane Рік тому +2

    Really enjoying your recent videos. This canoe and cooking system looks great

  • @inplainsight2482
    @inplainsight2482 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant, really enjoyed watching this..👍🏻
    What a fantastic little secluded island for an overnight camp, with a campfire!
    That canoe is the business too, way better than those inflatable ones you get…

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      The inflatable pack rafts are decent for backpacking but it’s nice to have something that can actually carry a lot of weight. I am really happy I found this little island as well. Really cool spot! Looking forward to going back again in the autumn or winter time! Thanks for watching!

  • @mikeweeks5361
    @mikeweeks5361 Рік тому +2

    Really nice video, will check out your others. Is that a Frost River pack? Very nice 👌

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      Thanks! Yes, this is the frostriver isle royale jr. Appreciate you taking a look at my other videos!

  • @mikeodonovan7325
    @mikeodonovan7325 5 місяців тому +2

    hey great video loved the trip scenery food banter all top notch also do you have a link for that canoe looks awesome well done sir thanks for sharing classssssssssssss

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks! I have the 15ft Alley Canoe. It’s been a great canoe. Especially since we don’t have space to store a full sized hard boat at home. I’ve included a link to the site where I purchased it. Thanks for watching. www.nordiclife.co.uk/collections/ally-canoes?_vsrefdom=p.17858.c.49501&gbraid=0AAAAAC3CYgh1hF-Fs5_ik8XEaO5-t3rKY

    • @mikeodonovan7325
      @mikeodonovan7325 5 місяців тому

      absolute diamond@@GoingSoloOutdoors

  • @renatobolzani4574
    @renatobolzani4574 Рік тому +2

    Mais um excelente vídeo! Parabéns parceiro!

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      Obrigado! Agradeço por continuar assistindo meus vídeos. Espero que tenha um excelente fim de semana!

  • @ojolaliaku
    @ojolaliaku Рік тому +1

    Nice video

  • @RustyKnorr
    @RustyKnorr 3 місяці тому

    Drinking game. Take a shot every time he says, “I’m just gonna…”.

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  3 місяці тому

      “I’m just gonna” try that next time I can stomach watching one of my own videos 🤣

  • @tomlorenzen4062
    @tomlorenzen4062 Рік тому +1

    Scottie rocks. You do also..

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      Thanks man! Scotty’s editing is next level. Appreciate the comment though! Have a great weekend!

  • @brandonvannuys813
    @brandonvannuys813 8 місяців тому +1

    Great channel! What type of tarp is that?

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  7 місяців тому

      Thanks! In this video I am using a DD Ultralight tarp 👍

  • @juwright1949
    @juwright1949 11 місяців тому +1

    Just curious, since it was summer and you really did not need a fire for warmth, WHY NOT JUST MOVE YOUR SHELTER COMPLETELY AWAY FROM YOUR FIRE AND COOKING AREA. Good video. 👍🏻

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  11 місяців тому

      In the summer I mainly still like to have a fire for cooking and keeping the mosquitoes and flies away. I also just really like to hangout and sit by the fire at night 😀. The island I was camping on was extremely small so I really didn’t have many options. Where I put up my shelter was really the only flat-ish clear spot I could pitch on the entire island. Really appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment.

  • @JS-pg8mh
    @JS-pg8mh Рік тому +1

    Hi Nice beautiful camping spot nothing like be by nature I couldn't find where the location what is the name of the river city location?

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for watching. It’s on the River Nene in Northhamptonshire

  • @tomrockovich7330
    @tomrockovich7330 Рік тому +1

    Just curious how you were able to find this camping spot since it appears to be somewhat isolated from the main river channel? I see that you don't skimp on your dinners when your out on your treks!

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      I enjoy cooking outside! As for finding the camping spot. I am constantly pulling up google satellite images or topo maps to pick locations I’d like to explore or see what my surroundings look like from above. Noticed the river split while out paddling with my kids and a quick check on google showed it was an island. So naturally I had to paddle around it to see if I could get on the island 😂. Always looking for places to camp where I won’t be have to see anyone else! Thanks for watching! Have a great weekend!

  • @advanturecantstop901
    @advanturecantstop901 Рік тому +1

    can you post Canoe brand and where you get it..thanks

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      I’m using the BERGANS ALLY FOLDING CANOE 15’ … I purchased it from nordiclife.co.uk

  • @onelonesomeboatman3436
    @onelonesomeboatman3436 Рік тому +1

    Know the island well not going to say the name or river but if you want some good tips in this river i know it like the back of my hand

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      That would be great!! I’d love to know if there are any other little islands like this. Such a nice spot! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. You can direct message me on Instagram @goin.solo

    • @onelonesomeboatman3436
      @onelonesomeboatman3436 Рік тому

      @@GoingSoloOutdoors what is the canoe called

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      @@onelonesomeboatman3436 it’s the Bergans Ally folding canoe. Incredible if you don’t have space to store a full size canoe but want something that paddles like a hard boat!

  • @zanewoodward4822
    @zanewoodward4822 6 місяців тому +1

    Why not move the fireplace back ?

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  6 місяців тому

      That would have been a lot of unnecessary effort. Easier to just move the tarp back a bit 👍. Appreciate you taking the time to comment!

    • @zanewoodward4822
      @zanewoodward4822 6 місяців тому

      @@GoingSoloOutdoors I got cha. Thanks !

  • @connar_outdoor
    @connar_outdoor Рік тому +1

    Your video is really awesome. The way you film inspires me and your camera is not bad. Respect for the experience you have that I don't have yet...you have a subscription from me...you can drop by my place, I'm not that good, am I? What can I do better?
    LG Connar Outdoor!

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому

      Just have fun and keep doing what you’re doing Connar. You have my subscription as well! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment! All the best

  • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
    @BrianthatiscalledBrian Рік тому +1

    That was great. I think you may be only the 3rd person I've seen use the fire steel like that. Totally makes sense to direct the spark to the tinder. Love the new boat. It carries a lot of cargo which is nice. Maybe 3 beers next time. 👍🙂🛶🍺

    • @GoingSoloOutdoors
      @GoingSoloOutdoors  Рік тому +1

      I may have had a 3rd off camera 😂🤫. Really loving the new boat and the carrying capacity is really great! As for the fire steel, I will usually use this method if I have a small amount of tinder as it’s much easier to direct the sparks and not risk knocking everything around. If I have a larger target of tinder or plenty of room I will just throw sparks the more common way! Both work just depends on my mood I suppose. Thanks for watching Brian. Have a great weekend man!