Alone in Heavy Snow: My 3-Day Camping Experience in the Mountains
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- Опубліковано 17 вер 2024
- Join me (Eze, short for Ezequiel) on this epic 3 day solo winter camping adventure deep into the heart of the Lake District mountains!
With some snow on the forecast, I couldn't pass on the opportunity to immerse myself in a winter wonderland...but little did I know that it would turn into an Amber Snow Warning!
In this adventure, I'll be hiking up breathtaking landscapes including waterfalls, crystal clear pools - taking a dip in one of them (water temp 1c!).
As I make it to my camp spot for night one, I realise the ground is frozen and can't take a peg.. temperatures plunge to -9c and I wake up to a winter wonderland on day 2.
A slightly disturbing text comes in from Matt (@Adventure is Made) saying there is an Amber Snow Warning in place for the whole area...
As I sit in my tent, the snowfalls gets heavier and heavier and I wonder if I'll be able to make it out safely...
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Best winter camping video I’ve watched in a long time. I’m 70 so my camping days are well and truly long gone, but apart from the risky use of your gas stove in the tent a very interesting video, many thanks Mike
Thanks so much, I appreciate that! Haha I do get a lot of stick for using my stove in my tent.. I guess I may have to learn the hard way! I just find the flame is very controllable and especially in cold temps like that, if careful, I don't see a significant risk.
Thanks for watching! Happy holidays
Have to agree the use of the stove in the tent is not very good, better to use it in the porch. This is the first time i have came across a video of yours and have to say i will be checking the others out. I have to say that the way you rethought the following days hike and to not go any further was spot on, not worth the risk especially being alone.
I see that you could not put the front guys out due to the ground being hard which would have been much better if you could have as would have pulled inner tent from fly more, i would have used a couple big rocks from the stream to tie the guy around as it was not windy.
I love being out in the elements and the snow is really enjoyable.
Im wanting to get out more and make some videos on here myself, injured my ankle a couple years almost and then just not had the time to get out
Really enjoyed the video and the way you come across in it. subbed your channel.
All the best to you
I second that this was an amazing video!
Thanks for the tips mate, hope you get out there real soon on an adventure!!@@stehume
Thank you!@@wesleyhendricks4219
Spectacular area with the snow. Just imagine what the Yukon would look like now. I half expected to see Bushman and Blue come by to camp!
hahah yeah I was thinking Al would have been up in the mountains too but I think maybe he was in Poland or something
@@EzeAdventurer think you're right, recently posted his poland adventure
Congratulations on getting back safely to your car. I enjoyed watching your adventure; Eskdale looked really beautiful in the snow. Top effort!
Thank you so much! Was absolutely stunning!
Nice. Need to add micro spikes in your cold weather kit. ❤. And that water. How amazing. Pure.
Definitely for next time! Thanks !!
Great adventure Eze. It got very real with so much snow. Your way of analysing and planning through the situation was a lesson to we the inexperienced snow campers. Thanks man.
Thanks for sharing that, I'm glad you found it useful as I never know how deep to go with talking / planning etc, this reinforces the decision to share more of that mental process!
Another good one Eze, way to go! Beautiful scenery and the river with waterfalls and sounds was quite breathtaking! Loving your adventures!
Awesome, thank you!!! I loved this one, the frozen landscape was other worldly for me... so beautiful!
Fantastic video it proves how good the nature hike cloud up 2 tent is thank you for sharing
Thanks buddy!! I agree I absolutely love mine. Just word of caution. The wind forecast was VERY favourable for this trip, but if the wind had picked up to say 40-50 mph, I think the tent would have been inadequate.
@@EzeAdventurer if you double guy the end and pitch it tailto the wind it should be ok
If pitched like that it is quite aerodynamic .not to mention pick a sheltered. Spot common sense HAPPY Christmas
Definitely, agreed. Merry xmas mate!@@MrSilver261
You’re nuts…I love it!!!
haha best compliment ever!
Great video. What an amazing adventure, loved how your went for a swim!
Also I liked how your talked through good decision making processes and adjusted your place accordingly.
I’ve a good motto that’s delved me well and that’s……. make good decisions early. 👍
Thanks Andrew buddy!! Yeah I totally agree with that, that's exactly what I was thinking..."make good decisions".
Hope to catch you sometime in Scotland, we can blast some Beluga Lagoon down a wild river Lol
Another great adventure my friend.
I love the scenery. It’s so beautiful.
Thanks for sharing with us.
Pat
My pleasure my friend!! Thanks for watching
Excellent video Eze! Absolutely enjoy it! Thanks for sharing! Brrrrrr!!😊
hahah yeah that was a cold one! super enjoyable nonetheless, thanks for watching!
This isn’t for a novice or faint-hearted! Thanks for documenting your experience!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Can't beat a snow camp👍🏕❄️👌
agree!!
Another great video!.
I appreciate that!
I have spent many days on my kayak on the ocean fishing. I can so relate to Michal's quote in his book. The simplicity of silence and solitude.
Totally mate!!
The landscapes looks really beautiful with all the snow. So brave to camp in winter time 😊😊😊
Sooo beautiful!! Thank you!!! Looks like you got a cool channel going yourself, willlhave to check out!
Mate, that was an awesome trip. Even more beautiful in the snow! -9 is a chilly one for sure haha. Glad you made it out safely. Hopefully catch up with you soon bud 🤜🏻🤛🏻
Thanks and thanks for sending me the Garmin message buddy!! Hope we get out there together soon, been too long daaawwwg!
@@EzeAdventurer no problem at all bud! I know mate, let's organise something epic for the new year 😁👍🏻
We so enjoyed this video, as with the rest of your lovely adventures! Your enthusiasm and genuine enjoyment of being outdoors is contagious. Glad you managed to make your way out of the winter wonderland in the highlands with not much more than a couple of cold/wet feet and a big smile :) Looking forward to the next adventure!
That's such a sweet comment thank you!! Looks like you have an awesome channel yourself, need to check out some of your adventures!!
Day 1
Nice addition of the temperatures ;)
Time to invest in some spikes for your shoes.
All the years of cold water dunking have lead to this point. 1.0c Kudos mate. You have bigger balls than I. Though probably not at that moment in time.
Day 2
LOL Frosty Knickers :D
Absolute beauty! Winter wonderland indeed!
The drone footage shows just how little you can see of the trails.
Day 3
Breathtaking scenery!
How did the sheep get over that ladder? haha
Absolute, epic adventure and scenery. Well done. I saw something special in you and your channel years ago. I'm glad I subbed. All the best mate.
Hey my friend!! Thanks for the support since the beginning!
Love the comments hahah definitely my jingle bells weren't very big in that moment lollll
Frosty knickers could be a good channel name!
Good point re the sheep, hadn't crossed my mind ! I don't have a clue!
PS Sending you and Laura big strength!
First time here. Really cool.
Thanks my friend, welcome aboard!!
Beautiful scenery made even more so when the snow came! Reckon you could of easily bashed those pegs in the ground with your frozen pants 😂
Great video, glad you kept safe, we was a little concerned when we saw that weather warning, but a great adventure.
See you soon, Paul
Thanks buddy I was concerned too lol. Previously was super oblivious singing in the tent, then the penny dropped a bit... oh crap...
Lol that peg wouldn't have stood a chance !!
Eze submersible style, wet boot to boot, re hydrating meals as a warm pouch.....i'm quite impressed with that little shelter, it has endured some adverse weather :)
haha thanks buddy!! That shelter is impressive, I know that if big wind kicked up, it may fail but if the wind is ok, I think it's an amazing one for the value!
What a difference just overnight!Looked stunning and untouched, at least you were prepared 😃 n glad you got back in one piece
Thanks so much buddy!!
Beautiful. Be well. Slow is smooth. Smooth is fast
Thank you and you!!
Brilliant mate
Thanks bud!
I think I was hiking near Hawes when you filmed this, we had snow and -6 also, spectacular scenery too
Must have been! awesome glad you were also out there!!
Another inspiring video. I think it's probably hard to be fresh, in the plethora of outdoors videos that populate UA-cam, but you manage it each time. And it's good to know Matty is still alive!
Thanks mate I really appreciate that as that's something I really focus on. I'd rather post less often, more interesting.. :-)
Struggling to find the next adventure at the moment, but it will come!
And yeah Matty and I ALMOST made it out last week together but didn't materialise unfortunately.
Mate, that is freekin beautiful! Sketchy, but beautiful. Glad you made it through. What a stunning part of the World we have on our doorstep. Keep adding the miles buddy. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much Robb as always, we really do man, moments like these really highlight how much beauty is out there for us to explore, discover, develop love for and ultimately protect and cherish even more!
Another excellent video. I'd love to see what you took in the way of batteries. Lots of video, time lapse, drone flying, book reading and video watching.
Thank you! I actually took only power bank 20,000 mAh, and came back with over 60% charge still on it! The gopro batteries were dying very quickly due to cold. Took two fully charged drone batteries too.
Hard as nails you lad 👍.
Haha thank you mate 👊
Beautiful views awesome adventure 🥰👋🤗👍
Thank you!!!
You went for adventure and needed all your resilience 👏🏻
Thanks David!! Was a good testing one, I find these to be the most rewarding!
That looked like a great adventure Eze.
Glad you got out OK pal
Thanks buddy hope you get a chance to get out there soon mate!
Surely a piece of heaven, beautiful spot to camp! Glad you made it out safely. Thanks for sharing your adventure. :) :)
You bet! Thanks for coming along!
Thanks for sharing your beautiful adventures ! love it! probably see you one day if you are in Alberta ;-)
I certainly hope so!! Alberta sounds wonderful!!
Hey mate, love your content! Can't wait to see this channel get the attention it deserves. I've got a suggestion for a lovely river in the north England if you're interested. There's a river called the Ure that has some amazing rapids and scenery. The navigable stretch is from around Ripon all the way to the point it becomes the river Ouse then further down it becomes tidal. It's easier to run in spate but can still be run with a bit of wading during the dryer months. There's some awkward access agreements about getting in further upstream than Ripon but if you're not worried about random anglers getting moody then it can be done and is totally worth it!
Thanks Daniel I appreciate the kind words! And thanks so much for that trip, sounds awesome! Will have to look into this! Have you done this trip before? What kind of class rapids?
Thanks so much buddy!
@@EzeAdventurer So I haven't run this river myself yet but I will be from the 16th to the 19th :D!
I have some friends who regularly run the Ripon to York stretch and generally there's only class 1 and 2 rapids (mostly just within 10km of Ripon, then mostly flatwater) but it feels a bit more dicey with more flow.
Further upstream passed Ripon it can get a bit technical and depending on flow you can see some class 3 and 4 rapids
Best of luck mate!
Thanks buddy let me know how you get on!!@@DanielJones-wg7eg
Have to agree the use of the stove in the tent is not very good, better to use it in the porch. This is the first time i have came across a video of yours and have to say i will be checking the others out. I have to say that the way you rethought the following days hike and to not go any further was spot on, not worth the risk especially being alone.
I see that you could not put the front guys out due to the ground being hard which would have been much better if you could have as would have pulled inner tent from fly more, i would have used a couple big rocks from the stream to tie the guy around as it was not windy.
I love being out in the elements and the snow is really enjoyable.
Im wanting to get out more and make some videos on here myself, injured my ankle a couple years almost and then just not had the time to get out
Really enjoyed the video and the way you come across in it. subbed your channel.
All the best to you
thanks for the sub buddy! Appreciate it!
Good point re the guy lines offering more support, I was thinking of the wind alone and it slipped my mind!
Hope you get out there asap mate!
Thanks for that great adventure, looks so amazing and beautiful.. Cheers
Glad you enjoyed it
Brilliant, absolutely brilliant cinematography my friend!
Thanks soooo much In appreciate it!!
Always ready for another adventure. 🙏🏽
You know it!!
Lovely scenery. I just cringed every time I watched you operate your stove inside your tent. You should see how fast giant holes will develop if the fire hits the tent wall. Your tent is so important to keep intact out there. Maybe invest in a single wall tent with a generous vestibule for the future? Good call on protecting your water filter and staying well fueled for warmth.
Haha yeah I've been using it inside my tent for a long time now, I feel pretty safe with it..
I think it looks closer than it really is on the video.
You're right that it's prob best to do it outside, but can't resist the comfort lol...
I guess it will take one of those events to "teach" me one way or another !
Thanks for watching!
I’m sitting here shivering watching you walk around in the snow with a wet boot lol. Stay warm
ahahaha it's ok - thankfully and to my surprise, my feet dealt very well with the situation!!
This wasa beast of a camping trip! I had work so i didnt get out in it. It took me 45 minutes to dig my car out 😂
I know, me too!! Took me same time to defrost and dig out my car too!
That was a pretty awesome trip. You came close to having a rough time but thankfully, it all worked out.
Tell people your name is Po Thermia.
That way, when they great you, they’ll say Hi! 👋🏻 Po Thermia! 😎
Ok. I’ll be going now lol
hahahahah Love it!!!!!!! LOL LOL
That's brilliant, will have to try it one day.
Blimey! That ground was treacherous to say the least. I watched this in my warm house… but when you got in that water I was shivering!!!
Crazy man 😂
hahaha always nice to watch in a cosy environment, thanks for tuning in !! With water therapy, it's totally worth it, you get used to it!
Stunning scenery, as always, so much beauty can be so dangerous. Very pretty when snow is undisturbed. Nice little adventure but bit too cold for me but love watching 😊 glad you got out back home safe
Thank you!! You don't have to get out there, just enjoy from cosy/warm home :-)
Thanks for watching as always!!
loved the adventure. thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed it!!
i love winter camping, its so beautiful, just did a winter camp myself this week.
That's awesome!
Absolutely stunning views dude. I’m so glad I watched this in my t shirt and shorts in my warm house lol I can see how cold it was. The mountains take on a different beauty covered in snow with sunlight on the peaks. Thanks for sharing man looking forward to the next one
Thanks Jason, always nice to watch cosy from home !! Glad you tuned in, the mountains are beautiful for sure in that light! See you on the next one!!
Nice camp out , great weather and scenery - editing
Thank you very much!!
Loved this adventure.
Thanks buddy, me too!
Great video mate! Winter backpacking is tough and you made wise decisions. Beautiful videography! Looking forward to the next Adventure. Well done Eze.
Thanks a ton buddy!!!!
Well Eze as you know im a big fan of your channel and this was a fantastic video to watch the scenery was amazing that was a lot of snowfall glad you made it home safely mate atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍
Legend!! Thanks buddy!!
lOVE YOUR WORK. Please buy some decent tent pegs.
Yes definitely agree, thank you!
That was an amazing video and that camera quality is insane
Thanks so much my friend!! All on GoPro 8 and iPhone 13 !
@@EzeAdventurer great stuff mate
Hey there Eze!! This was pretty hair raising for me for sure! It was also just really pretty as well! I have reynauds syndrome so when I saw you take a dip in that water on day one I took a deep breath in! And then when you were crossing that stream barefoot only to be standing in snow to get your socks and boots back on!! Yikes!!!
I bet you've never been so happy to see a flock of sheep in your life! If worse came to worse you could snuggle up with a couple of sheep! This was definitely a ringing endorsement for your tent there! My goodness! Great adventure and glad you made it out safe!
Take care sir and hope the drive out wasn't too bad!
NQU
Thanks so much buddy !! Cold water therapy for the win!
Yes loved seeing the sheep haha they looked temptingly fluffy too!
Drive was good except for one bit when the car swerved, quite scary but luckily no damage at all
Bob Dylan just called, he wants your number. He feels he can duet with you on new ,out of tune version of 'Knocking on Heaven's Door'. 🤣😂
Attitude is the difference between an ordeal and an adventure, and your smiling attitude towards the snow should be an inspiration to people to get out and have an adventure big or small.
Loved the edit, jealous of the adventure.
hahahaha song out of tune indeed but very much in tune with nature !!!
Thanks for the very kind and warm words I appreciate them greatly bud!
I have to tell you your my favorite UA-camr right now love your persona.
Aaah thanks Mikey!! That's super kind of you appreciate it buddy!!!
very nice vid. 🙂
Thank you! 😃
Wow that was a bit extreme eze. The views were stunning covered in all that snow. Think I may of been slightly worried all up there on my lonesome lol. I can’t imagine how beautiful that sky was on that first nights clear sky. Glad u only had to contend with one wet foot and leg 😂 maxx
Yess the sky was unbelieveableee!! I was so disappointed not being able to capture, need to get into it, but it would involve buying another camera, and that's more money, gear to worry about etc.. starts becoming a bit too much..
Yeah lol I dunked the same leg twice hahaha
I did a similar camp last winter, minus 9 and snow. Lovely. But best to have some foil insulation under your floor. The mountains always look good in the snow on a blue sky day.
Awesome buddy!! So beautiful !!
Love you video's bro
Thank you!!!
Stunning white wonder land… well done
Thanks Jim as always!!
that was just brilliant from start to finish, cant believe you dunked your leg twice, that must have been fun.
haha I know I couldn't believe my stupidity either lol...! All part of the adventure lol!
Very nice one,dude!!!thx👍
Thanksss!!!
Really enjoyed that and was gutted not to be up myself for the snow event. Glad you had a great trip and experience. New sub fro me.
Thanks so much buddy, hopefully will be another opportunity to get out there in the snow!
Another great video EZE. I love to watch the adventure videos as I can’t walk too far these days as I’m getting old with plenty of old biking injuries, I’m not moaning as it was my choice to race around on motorbikes when k was younger. Do you know where you are heading to next? 👍😃
"everyone will die, but not everyone will live". I'm sure you've had amazing time on your bikes, shared with friends. No idea where I'm going next. scared to even hint at adventure to my wife lol
@@EzeAdventurer Ah yes got to keep the Boss smiling, Happy wife, Happy life! 👍😃
First time to your channel. I thoroughly enjoyed! Great job with the video and I am now a new subscriber....happy holidays to you.
Happy holidays Lisa and welcome aboard!! Thanks for joining the adventure!!
Hi buddy what an adventure glad you got out safe -9 is cold for sure ,love how you respect the beauty and the dangers not for the faint hearted need to have your wits about you when tackling weather like that ,glad your experienced at what you do scenery is just epic though and I’d take that any day than sit in the house ,got to make the most out of life and experience what the world has to offer that’s my belief take care and hope you had the heater in the car on full blast on your way out lol awesome video man 👍👌🥶🥶😉❤️
Thanks sooo much agree 100% with your outlook and attitude!!
Yeah it took me 40 mins alone just to defrost the massive ice block over the wind shield!!
@@EzeAdventurer yeah brutal mate glad your OK 👌
I love how you casually walk around in god-forsaken mountains screaming yes sir! :D
hahaha it's honestly THE BEST!!! The snow was soooo beautiful !!!!
Amazing you were able to survive in the midst of all that severe danger. 🤣
haha thanks !
Big fan of your work Eze, you’ve certainly inspired me to follow in similar footsteps to you! Can I ask - what is the app you showed that gives you the hill contours in the map?
Thanks buddy!
I’m using OS Maps there ! I think you have to pay a bit bit but well worth it. Also recently using GAIA, liking it. You need the premium version to download offline I believe but you can also download sat images for offline use with Gaia which is sick
Walking poles make tricky stream crossings so much safer 🫣
Definitely would have been a good addition on this one
Hey there Eze! Happy New Year! Hope you and yours are healthy and happy!
Just wondering if you have heard from adventure is made(Matt)? He hasn't posted in quite some time.
Take care.
NQU
Hey mate!
Yeah he's good buddy just very busy with his life :-)
We almost got out a couple of week go together but he got a chest infection :-(
@@EzeAdventurer oh man!! I hope he's getting better! Those can be scary.
Good to hear about everything else. And good hear from you as always. Take care. NQU
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Only 17:13 minutes into the video. I would suggest getting a ground sheet for your tent to protect the floor from punctures. Looking forward to watching the rest of your video!
Thanks Michael, you're right but I've been using the tent without a groundsheet for ages now and find it's not worth the extra weight to carry the groundsheet.. long term prob will end up with a couple of holes at some point but that's ok with me
@@EzeAdventurer an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. it's easier to stop something from happening in the first place than to repair the damage after it has happened. Just my 2 cents. I enjoy your videos very much.
Thanks buddy you're right, but I don't see a tent floor rip / hole being very critical / dangerous (as opposed to say the rain fly!). I totally get where you're coming from, for me it's not a priority and worth leaving the groundsheet behind to save the weight. Bear in mind when you're filming, space and weight skyrocket with tripod, battery banks, camera, drone, controllers, etc! puts a bit of pressure on what is defined as "essential" . thanks for the support buddy! much love!@@michaelbroyer3918
We haven’t heard from you in a while. I hope all is well.
Thanks Alan for checking in! All is good buddy just real life taking over a bit lol! I can't wait to get out there as soon as an opportunity comes up!
The MSR groundhog tent stakes are the best IMO.
Thanks Alan I need to look into those, have you tested them in frozen ground conditions before?
@@EzeAdventurer
Yes. In frozen ground and in granite gravel (which is extremely hard) and I was able to pound them in. I think I’ve only bent one or two in the many years I’ve used them
wow that's V impressive will add them to the wish list ! thank you for tiger hot tip!!!@@alanbierhoff6831
Amazing video! What river is that? I would love to wild swim there!
That's the river Esk! would be perfect for that mate
We love you, but next time be prepared!
We think of you as Canadian.
Thank you
Thanks! I feel a little (a lot) Canadian!
Suggestion: hiking poles
Good idea!