Solo overnight camp on an Australian mountain creek

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  • Опубліковано 26 гру 2024

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  • @ERIKOFFTRACK
    @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +17

    Hi all, thanks for watching! I'm struggling a bit with getting the most from my new camera, especially with the autofocus for my style of filming. Hope you will excuse any focus hunting while I dial things in. P.s how good is the Aussie Bush!

  • @ScottysGoneWalkabout
    @ScottysGoneWalkabout 5 років тому +5

    Nice vid mate and thanks heaps for the shout out. Really appreciate it. Ps, that mulled wine and beef stew sounded amazing!

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks Scotty - yeah the stew and mulled wine were definitely winners. Cheers mate!

  • @AlexsAustralianAdventures
    @AlexsAustralianAdventures 3 роки тому

    Thanks Erik. Absolutely inspiring. We are so lucky in this country and thanks for bringing it to us. You capture the experience so well.

  • @fionabeasley8454
    @fionabeasley8454 2 роки тому

    That was beautiful. I really enjoyed this video. I could almost taste the stew and mulled wine. Just got back from 2 nights camping on the Far South Coast. Had a beautiful 9km hike. I can’t do it with a pack though. I look forward to my next camping trip and I will try the mulled wine. Made a delicious sausage and been stew. Yummy.

  • @BeerInTheWoods
    @BeerInTheWoods 5 років тому +1

    I can’t believe I’m just finding your channel. You are a great presenter. Thanks for sharing!

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks very much for the great feedback and glad you are enjoying the vids.

  • @blackstarbushcraftinoklaho8641
    @blackstarbushcraftinoklaho8641 5 років тому +1

    nice to see someone not crying about spiders and crawly things. good job

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks for watching. I care about some of the bugs - but I didn't see any to worry about on this trip. Cheers

  • @Neil_MacGregor
    @Neil_MacGregor 3 роки тому

    Omg my mouth was watering throughout your amazing dinner feast... followed by my eyes watering thinking of the weight carrying that in ;)

  • @shaddonaghue
    @shaddonaghue 5 років тому +1

    Awesome video mate, that stew looks awesome, i am so hungry now after watching this. 😂. Thanks for sharing your adventures and keep up the great work.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Haha, yeah the stew went allright. Thanks for the encouragement and for watching! Cheers

  • @bradpeebles9158
    @bradpeebles9158 5 років тому

    great to see you're back with another one. Love your style!

  • @MrJeffro1960
    @MrJeffro1960 5 років тому

    Another great video. It's a beautiful country. Thanks for showing us around. Loved it mate. Looking forward to the next one. Cheers from Jeff.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Yeah it was a great spot, I'm keen to spend some more time there. Thanks for watching Jeff. Cheers Erik

  • @chazownadventure1414
    @chazownadventure1414 5 років тому

    Thanks for this wonderful video and showing the beauty of your forest. It's really awesome to be in the nature. Really love the creek , trees around totally peaceful. See you on your next vid.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks, yeah it's a great spot! glad you enjoyed it.

  • @jjbritsjb
    @jjbritsjb 5 років тому

    That was great. Thanks mate . Really awesome country and thanks for sharing it with everyone.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks for watching, yeah it's top country! Cheers

  • @valheruguild
    @valheruguild 5 років тому +1

    Fantastic as usual Erik! I'm really enjoying the various cooking methods you do in your videos. You should try a beer-damper.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks very much! I have actually made a couple of stout dampers in my vids, the last one in particular (a few videos ago) was delicious. Cheers!

    • @valheruguild
      @valheruguild 5 років тому

      @@ERIKOFFTRACK oh right! Haha how did I miss that!

  • @beesplaining1882
    @beesplaining1882 5 років тому

    Thanks for another great video. I like your explanations along the way too. It's perfect for us newbies to bushwalking and camping.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks very much, really glad you find it useful. Cheers

  • @R55-i5l
    @R55-i5l 4 роки тому

    Hey Erik you do a great job an the cooking looks good with the beer

  • @philclark6250
    @philclark6250 5 років тому +1

    Love your channel mate,I'm a subscriber of Scotty's but yours came up on my UA-cam feed a few months ago so I started watching em,superb,keep it up 🇬🇧

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks Phil that's great to hear! Glad you are enjoying them. Cheers mate.

  • @kmac.jimmy123
    @kmac.jimmy123 3 роки тому

    Awesome looking spot! Wish I was there right now...

  • @zirala1844
    @zirala1844 5 років тому

    Great video Erik...enjoyed your cooking, like your cookware & setup...thanks

  • @khakicaptures5759
    @khakicaptures5759 4 роки тому +1

    Hey Erik, enjoying your videos since I found your channel.. Mulled wine in the bush, I have to give it a try. Keep it up awesome stuff.

  • @sketchart2616
    @sketchart2616 5 років тому

    That looked like a really delicious strew. Great hike also. I loved the spot you chose to camp at. Good choice i reckon. Thanks for sharing once more.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks. Yeah it was super tasty, especially after the hike in! The camping spot certainly turned out ok. Thanks for watching.

    • @sketchart2616
      @sketchart2616 5 років тому

      ERIK OFF-TRACK ERIK OFF-TRACK I would imagine such a long hike would definitely bring on a big appetite. I really admire your ability to go off tracks the way you do. I am learning a lot by watching your channel Thank you.

  • @toddbarnsley4401
    @toddbarnsley4401 5 років тому

    Nice one Erik. Looking forward to watching this tonight. 👍

  • @hikerinaustralia
    @hikerinaustralia 5 років тому

    Yet another great video mate. You always manage to find some amazing spots and definitely always eat like a king. I did a hike last weekend and took a few craft beers, including a Bent Spoke with me. You've inspired me to try a few different craft beers on my hikes from now on. I really need to lift my game in the cooking area though, your stew looked amazing!
    I was confused today when I had a bunch of notifications about new subscribers to my channel. The mystery was solved when I watched your video and saw that you mentioned my channel. Thanks heaps for the shout out. I've really enjoy your videos. You have a really laid back and authentic style.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Haha - yeah once you get over the initial addition of weight in the pack, the reward of a nice beer at the end of a tough day is hard to go past. Good to hear the Bentspokes getting a run up your way too and great to hear you have some new subscribers! Cheers mate.

  • @mickspain330
    @mickspain330 5 років тому +1

    Great video Erik, just started watching your stuff, keep up the good work 👍

  • @jakeritchie3524
    @jakeritchie3524 5 років тому +1

    Only just found your channel, love it, awesome video!!!

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it!

  • @andreamanley1077
    @andreamanley1077 4 роки тому

    Another awesome vid, thanks

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  4 роки тому

      Thanks Andrea - glad you enjoyed it!

  • @HungryTedCAFC
    @HungryTedCAFC 5 років тому +1

    Just found your channel. Great stuff! 👍

  • @whatnowbrowncow133
    @whatnowbrowncow133 4 роки тому +1

    Just found your channel and enjoying your content 👍

  • @Troopy67
    @Troopy67 5 років тому

    Great stuff mate so good to see another vid from you. That stew looked superb. I reckon this might be your best cook-up yet. I'd like to try making that myself and then to top it off with that wine, awesome. Thanks for another great video 👍

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks mate - yeah I'm definitely going to be making that stew and mulled wine again, thanks for watching!

  • @rowenjolly9447
    @rowenjolly9447 5 років тому

    Erik I subscribe due to Scotty’s vids glad I did I enjoy your adventures as well the things I like about yours and Scotty’s vids is the rough real hiking camping we’re it hasn’t been professionally edited and glorified for tv well done to you and will b watching

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks Rowen appreciate that, that's what it's all about! glad you enjoyed it!

  • @quinntheeskimooutdoors6234
    @quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 5 років тому

    Nice camp, thanks and take care.

  • @WadeAbout
    @WadeAbout 5 років тому

    Nice winter trip. I’m just this very minute unpacking my klymit v2 static mat to test

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks Wade - my Klymit pad has never let me down, a great bit of kit for the price!

    • @WadeAbout
      @WadeAbout 5 років тому +1

      When I did Bimberi last year at Easter my self inflating mat (as a side sleeper) had me on the ground during the night. So the klymit was recommended. Felt pretty good.

  • @WEEKENDSOUTDOORS
    @WEEKENDSOUTDOORS 5 років тому

    Great video mate! That Stew looked mint👌 thanks for sharing bud 👍🍺 cheers

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks mate - yeah the stew worked out allright! Cheers 🍻

  • @rickseifert5139
    @rickseifert5139 5 років тому

    Top video mate, awesome little hideaway on the small creek. Love the bush area you're in mate, bloody awesome. Great camp set-up, simple easy functional. Looking forward to watching the rest of your videos. You've got my subscription mate. Cheers from Kalgoorlie Boulder western Australia.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks Rick - hope you enjoy the channel. Cheers Erik

  • @rammur1
    @rammur1 5 років тому +1

    Nice !

  • @benjohnson6833
    @benjohnson6833 5 років тому

    Gday mate, just found your video/channel.
    I'll be your 970th subscriber.
    Nice video mate. Can't wait to be back out in the bush.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching and the sub! Hope you can get out in the bush soon. Cheers

  • @WakuahOutdoors
    @WakuahOutdoors 5 років тому

    Hi Erik! Nice video, thanks for sharing. Such an amazing location I will have to check it out for myself someday. A nice little trick I use sometimes is put my GoPro under water (tied to a rock or something to keep it on the bottom) and leave it recording for a few minutes. It's a good way of getting those fish shots.🐟🐟🐟

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks for watching and for the good tip. Unfortunately I was against the clock on this one. Hopefully I'll be able to film some fish and have a bit of luck with the rod in the near future. Cheers

  • @karlo8093
    @karlo8093 5 років тому

    Just stumbled int your channel enjoying it, and looking forward to the rest of you vids.
    Really enjoyed this one. Loved the stew and the fruit in the wine

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks Karl - really glad you enjoyed it! Cheers Erik

  • @ourbrokenwalls
    @ourbrokenwalls 5 років тому

    Was going to ask if that was the Alton goods grill, up until the branded mug showed up. Just cooked up a 900g Rib eye on the campfire during the week, such great products!

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      900g! You did well! Yeah that grill is awesome!

  • @SurvivalAussie
    @SurvivalAussie 5 років тому

    Scotch Thistle seeds, like most seedpods are 'flash' tinders. Unless your other tinder is prepped and ready to go, then it'll just go out very quickly.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Yeah that was the first time I have used it and thought I would give it a go and see what happens. Next time I would try it in a more thought out tinder bundle, but was happy to get the fire going. Cheers!

  • @aonkhamees8373
    @aonkhamees8373 5 років тому

    Nice video.. I like it.. wish u the best

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Glad you liked it, thanks for watching!

  • @Outdoorsaustralia
    @Outdoorsaustralia 5 років тому

    Another great vid mate, very pretty spot you had there. The stew in the Billy looked fantastic, I've been going to try one in a 2.8 litre aluminum billy myself but might have to really keep an eye on the temperature lol
    Keep up the good work👍
    Cheers Daryl

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks Daryl, appreciate that. The stew should work ok in the aluminium billy too, as you say, keep an eye on the temp. Good luck, cheers!

  • @doraexplora9046
    @doraexplora9046 3 роки тому

    You are a bit like me....awkward in front of the camera.. but your productions are 11 out of 10. Awesome

  • @ozziewithhisdog6362
    @ozziewithhisdog6362 4 роки тому

    Hey mate new subscriber. Awesome video. U given me idears once this covid racks off. Cheers also that stew looked good.

  • @Solarlube
    @Solarlube 5 років тому +2

    Hey Erik great video mate there was nothing I did not like, so envious lol. Erik do you use maps for location do you use local knowledge and one more question water capture was in the collapsible bucket but do you use water filtration. Oh and I DO LOVE YOUR GATORS. Watched till the end and realised you do use maps but also have you got any mapping apps that you could use.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks Wayne! I have topographic maps and satellite imagery loaded into my phone via an app called Backcountry Navigator. This allows me to easily navigate in real time. I also carry a back GPS with more basic maps as a back up incase my phone fails. I do a lot of research before a trip so I generally have a fairly good mental map and can read the features on the landscape (it all helps). I go into a bit more detail on this in video before this one. Given the temps and risk of filters freezing, I treated drinking water with Katadyn Micropur tablets. I always wear gaiters (Sea to Summit Quagmire) a great bit of kit. Thanks for watching!

  • @russmc3847
    @russmc3847 5 років тому

    Nice one Erik, I know it would be difficult to lug in on a trek but stews in a cast iron pot with dumplings (not the Asian kind) ......MMM

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thank Russ - might save the cast iron for a car camping trip, but the dumplings sound like an excellent addition.

    • @russmc3847
      @russmc3847 5 років тому +1

      @@ERIKOFFTRACK you can pre make them like the hash browns, then small balls for the Billy. Parmasean, roasted pine nuts and chives.... winning

  • @DebOxy
    @DebOxy 5 років тому

    Did you drink all that mulled wine? I think you did, you looked pretty happy 😉😉 I make it when we go kayak/camping. I add my chopped fruit to the wine before hand, fruits end up really infused and yummy, then at camp add the spices and slow heat. Last camp out I forgot to wash the pot, yep drunk possum I think hahahahaha. Thanks for doing the trip video it does take up a lot of time but worth it to showcase our Aussie bush. 👍👍

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Haha I actually knocked over a cup of mulled wine mucking about with the camera - so no, I didn't drink it all. I'll definitely be making it again though! I'm sure you made that possum very happy. Thanks for watching!

  • @rlhydn3438
    @rlhydn3438 5 років тому

    Bumbling stream for a lullaby ✅

  • @richardtimms6645
    @richardtimms6645 5 років тому

    Thanks Eric, love your videos. Couldn’t find the knife maker you mentioned. What’s their name pls?

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Thanks very much! Gutter Rat Knives made the sheath (although I think he does knives too) you can find him on Instagram or Facebook. I'll add a link to the video description. Cheers

  • @stgeoege67
    @stgeoege67 5 років тому +1

    Great stuff Eric!!! 😀But... why didn't you take your fishing rod? Catch and Cook bruz🤔. Trout in a wrap? Haha🤣 Sorry mate but this video is Awesome!! 😀👍👍👍👍

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks mate! Yeah will have to head back with the rod one day, hopefully when they grow a bit bigger (although on recent form - I'll still be packing some lunch)

    • @stgeoege67
      @stgeoege67 5 років тому

      @@ERIKOFFTRACK 😀🤣👍😀

  • @TaralgaBushAdventure
    @TaralgaBushAdventure 5 років тому

    Love the stew talk Erik 👍 maybe we could do a collab on my property soon? Keep it up mate!

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Yeah the stew worked out an absolute treat. Thanks for the offer mate, I'm always keen to check out new country, time is my major constraint. I've got a bunch of adventures in the pipeline, but maybe we can chat about something in the future. Cheers

  • @TheOccasionalNomad
    @TheOccasionalNomad 5 років тому +1

    Another one worth watching. Great work Erik. Give mine a watch if you get a chance mate.

  • @kimseger5794
    @kimseger5794 5 років тому

    u loled 1st love ur breakfist bacon would of been nice im ganna try u said hash browns onion and flour then an egg pancake

  • @cheesetoastie5887
    @cheesetoastie5887 5 років тому

    Hey Erik, Have you got your self a car battery kit yet?
    Just in case you get back after your adventure and
    you know the rest perfect timing haha
    Wise investment ;)

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Haha yeah I carry a battery jump starter and small air compressor just in case.

  • @interman7715
    @interman7715 5 років тому

    Mate love your vid ,but get yourself a cheap dome tent to keep out snakes and other nasties, all very rustic to camp on ground but snakes will crawl under your bag at night for warmth and you won't know what hit ya. God bless.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +4

      Thanks for watching, I have a few tents mate which I use fairly regularly. I only sleep under a tarp like this in winter and on this night it dropped below -2, so I wasn't to worried about unwanted visitors. Although I did keep one eye open for Yowies.

  • @malcolmyoungacdc
    @malcolmyoungacdc 5 років тому

    Hey man! I absolutely love your videos. Just great. Do you know of any channel's similar to yours that covers Western Australia?

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +1

      Thanks very much, awesome to hear! Unfortunately I don't know any WA channels that do similar stuff.

  • @greeniesmowing2491
    @greeniesmowing2491 5 років тому

    Just wondering what power bank you use.

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      I think the brand is called Mi. I use a 10 000 mAh for overnighters and a 20 000 mAh for longer trips. Got both of eBay.

  • @tannenherz
    @tannenherz 5 років тому

    High E., how do you protect yourself against ticks ? Kindly Fiete

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Hi there. I have only ever had a problem with ticks on one trip many years ago, when I was hiking through a damp rainforest creek ~100-150km to the north of this location. I did actually check myself very thoroughly this trip after I had set up camp, but found no evidence of any ticks. Luckily not a big problem for me.

    • @tannenherz
      @tannenherz 5 років тому

      Thank you and good luck further.

  • @alainfara3404
    @alainfara3404 5 років тому

    Hi mate
    What kind of lands you camp on? Crown, public or private.
    I am located in Victoria and wanted to do of track camping but wondering if i get in trouble for it.
    Cheers

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому +2

      Depends on the location, in NSW a lot of parks and reserves allow backcountry and self reliant camping. The plan of management for a particular location will tell you what you can and can't do. Not sure how it works in Victoria, but hopefully some areas are open to you. Good luck and thanks for watching

  • @stevestone07
    @stevestone07 5 років тому

    Gently place the kindling on the fire not push it into it! you keep putting the flame out! One day you might only get one shot at it??

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      It might have looked that way, but I was using a flash tinder that lasted for a second or two. I wasn't putting the flame out.

  • @HollyOak
    @HollyOak 5 років тому +2

    Would love to watch your video, especially from another Aussie , but the spinning the camera around was too fast and making me sick. Best of luck with future vids.

  • @elpacoking6295
    @elpacoking6295 5 років тому +1

    Watch out for the hairy man

  • @interman7715
    @interman7715 5 років тому

    Watch out for yowies ,I'm serious.

  • @kimseger5794
    @kimseger5794 5 років тому

    i dont mind too much talk if its worth hearing mate i think ur missing some crusty bread and a pat of butter in ur stew cut into ur stew off heat to stop the heart burn good vid i feel like im patranizing u or the camera shows a different point of view dont have one dont know i do know those r some tasty carrots

    • @ERIKOFFTRACK
      @ERIKOFFTRACK  5 років тому

      Some crusty bread would have gone down a treat! Thanks for watching!

  • @brucemackinnon6707
    @brucemackinnon6707 5 років тому

    Need gun. Not as safe there as you think. Why? Big cats, feral, wild dog packs, and that which must remain unspoken, Quinkan/Bigfoot. Yes, really. Plus snakes, many, ticks, falling branches, etc.

    • @brucemackinnon6707
      @brucemackinnon6707 5 років тому

      People growing dope in the bush don't like intruders either. Bang.

    • @HollyOak
      @HollyOak 5 років тому +3

      What big cats? This is Australia mate, we don't have big cats here. And who the fuck shoots snakes and ticks?

    • @wayneclements7202
      @wayneclements7202 5 років тому

      Australia doesn't have bigfoots Bruce we have Yowies. lol

  • @canalrotasedestinos
    @canalrotasedestinos 5 років тому

    too much talk...