OVERNIGHT SURVIVAL in 3°C: Fallen Tree & Debris Shelter

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  • čas přidán 12. 04. 2021
  • I spent a night in the woods at 3°C with only my day bag, to live out a scenario of becoming lost on a day hike. I managed without a tent, sleeping bag or sleeping mat by attempting to build a natural shelter using sticks, leaves, moss and bark. Also, by creating a small fire, saving my food for late at night and staying active when I got cold. Although it wasn’t the most comfortable night, I managed a bit of sleep and woke safe and well the next morning, ready to take on the day. This is a first attempt at this kinda thing and by no means an educational video haha
    Never put yourself in a survival situation unless you have a solid exit plan if things go wrong. I know this area well, was not actually lost and was not far from safety in case I needed to bail. As with all of my videos - I am a person who enjoys messing about in the woods and immersing myself in nature, I’m not an expert in anything
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  • @Jonathan_Strange
    @Jonathan_Strange Před 2 měsíci +13

    You are so charming, and also totally bonkers! lol. The crazy things you get up to! But all with good intention... and educating us. Thank you.
    When you started gathering those sticks, twigs and moss - I couldn't help but think.... spider heaven!! I was starting to itch for you.
    Yeah, one or two light-weight space blankets/emergency blankets would be a good idea. For warmth and as a layer away from the insects. Even a thin 80L bin-bag, you could use it for various things... whole: to collect leaves and moss (if you really want to) and slit down the sides: as a bit of a groundsheet. Both shouldn't take up much space in your kit. The bin bag could even double as a make-shift poncho rain coat if you cut a hole in the bottom and sides for your head and arms.

  • @hellsscoutact5379
    @hellsscoutact5379 Před 3 měsíci +10

    My granddaughter and i watch your video's. You are her favorite cause you may struggle but you continue through to success. 😊

  • @Thomas-bn4dl
    @Thomas-bn4dl Před měsícem +2

    SHE'S A TOTAL KEEPER, GORGEOUS BRAVE AND FUN !!

  • @Cullz.182
    @Cullz.182 Před 6 měsíci +9

    Years ago I became homeless for a short spell. All I had was the clothes I was wearing. I smoked so had a lighter to make small fires. Instead of hanging around in town I headed out to the woods and put into practice the things I had read in the collins pocket s.a.s survival book I had as a kid. It helped me get through I did simular to you and built a similar shelter. The first night I could not sleep (so much going on in my head) the second night I slept no problem due to tiredness and lack of food to eat. Anyway I did this for about a week before getting some emergency accommodation I had to walk 35 miles to. It was not nice but im glad I did it and got through it. I think it was quiet a humbling experience.

  • @StevenKeery
    @StevenKeery Před 3 lety +505

    Two suggestions, you could carry three or four black bin bags. The weight is negligible, you can fill them with dry leaves and sleep on top of them. They will offer some comfort and help prevent tics attaching themselves to you.
    Secondly, if you use a steel bottle, you can fill it with boiling water, place it in a sock and use it as a hot water bottle, either in your sleeping bag, or hugging it close to your torso all night.
    In the morning, the water in it should be still warm enough to boil quickly for your morning coffee/tea.
    The foil blankets you mentioned, are light and useful to carry to conserve your body heat, or as use for a reflector or to help keep the rain off your shelter.

    • @ianmunkyg1026
      @ianmunkyg1026 Před 3 lety +35

      There brilliant suggestions, am implementing them next time am out 👍

    • @DVDKEV
      @DVDKEV Před 3 lety +21

      Perhaps worth trying this once to teach you the importance of your kit. In a survival situation you are unlikely to have much kit at all with you, less likely 4 bin bags. If you are going wild camping take what you need. If you are forced into it in a survival situation, finding or building a shelter and collecting some rain water is pretty much all you can prepare for.

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  Před 3 lety +35

      Both great suggestions thank you :D

    • @StevenKeery
      @StevenKeery Před 3 lety +37

      @@DVDKEV : In reality, the chances of being caught in a survival situation in England on a day out, are slim. Most people do not travel very far from their car to camp. In the event of inclement weather on a day out, they can easily return to their car.
      The worst scenario would probably be getting caught on the hills without a map or compass and thick fog suddenly descending.
      One can then decide to try and descend carefully following the paths. Or sit it out until the fog lifts.
      Better to go prepared, even on a day trip. Bin bags can also be used as a make-shift poncho, to keep off the rain, or to use to sit on, to prevent wet clothing, or gather drinking water, or for use in making a splint, in the event of falling over and breaking a leg. They have a multitude of uses, and are cheap and light to carry.
      I prefer the thicker, orange coloured survival bags. In an emergency the orange colour is easier for emergency services to find you.
      The longer the intended trip, the more equipment should be carried, tent, stove; sleeping-bag; water etc.
      Ideally, one should go prepared for the conditions and terrain expected. That way the chances of a survival situation occurring can be minimized.

    • @DVDKEV
      @DVDKEV Před 3 lety +3

      As I say, go prepared, just don’t go taking bin bags when you can take a tent/tarp and ground sheet etc if that’s what you intend to do. In a survival situation you are probably caught without anything useful and are unlikely to have a bunch of bin liners in your back pocket as you didn’t go out to sleep over in the wilderness. Compass as you say is great as is a water bottle.

  • @user-gp1sb8ln3q
    @user-gp1sb8ln3q Před 4 měsíci +33

    Just saw your videos. I am a canadian logger from the northern coast region of British Columbia ( Queen Charolette Islands ). Please put an Emergency blanket in your day pack. It"s water proof, reflective, and can be used as a signaling device for Search and rescue. Very versatile especially in emergency first response for treatment of shock. Remember, everything you put in your pack must have at least two uses except your stove ,water filter and sleeping bag. In this video, you would have found yourself considerably warmer at night when trying to get some rest.
    Be safe, may the wind and rain be at your back. Trappers of old use to dig a hole in the ground and line it in fir branches, and leaves. They then covered themselves with fir branches. They pur hot rocks from the fire at the bottom of the hole, which heated and dried out the ground , before they went to bed. They removed them just before bed time
    .

  • @pthrelkeld090
    @pthrelkeld090 Před 6 měsíci +42

    Birch bark will catch fire even wet, its packed full of oils. One of the best survival helpers nature can give

  • @oshiforb6052
    @oshiforb6052 Před 3 lety +232

    There isn’t many people who will test themselves with limited gear especially in winter, the only time I’ve ever been in that position was while on survival manoeuvres with the British army in the 80s it wasn’t easy so it took some guts on your part to put yourself through that kind of test, well done. 👏👏👍👍

    • @davidwevans4132
      @davidwevans4132 Před 3 lety +15

      Oshiforb I remember doing some of that survival training. That’s not what they called it, but that’s what we were doing! US Marines, ‘77 - ‘81. Put myself thru survival training as a teenager, when ever I was out hunting, fishing, hiking, camping. I was always looking at what was available for use. Came in handy when I was in the Marines. And most of the rest of my life!.
      I must commend her on breaking her camp down, as though nobody had been there! GOOD SURVIVAL TRAINING! Don’t leave any trace!

    • @user-xt9ug6dy3k
      @user-xt9ug6dy3k Před rokem +5

      Спасибо Британии за помощь Украине в войне с Россией. 🇺🇦

    • @Muddy283
      @Muddy283 Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@user-xt9ug6dy3k I 100% support that statement - *Слава Україні!* - but I'm not quite sure how it fits in with this video.

    • @Linds-pp3lz
      @Linds-pp3lz Před 7 měsíci +1

      I wouldn't consider 3c winter weather lol. It's not even 0... Maybe it's just that I live in Canada but if it's not near 0°C or below it's not really winter weather...

    • @blauer2551
      @blauer2551 Před 6 měsíci +4

      Her car is probably 100 yards away

  • @WildBeare
    @WildBeare  Před 3 lety +154

    Congrats to all the Wild Ones finally being returned to their natural habitats 😍

    • @antoniol1776
      @antoniol1776 Před 3 lety +6

      Hello may I offer a suggestion anytime you venture out into the woods. Take on 2 survival blankets. They weigh only ounces. One for making a tent the other you sleep in. 9V battery with a paper clip starting fires.

    • @billybunter55
      @billybunter55 Před 2 lety +1

      Fantastic video, maybepack some rashion packs, I presume you don't stay in the woods on your own?

    • @singzin1794
      @singzin1794 Před 2 lety

      I watch already

    • @nathanmciver6496
      @nathanmciver6496 Před 2 lety

      Waiting!

    • @BXFISTIcefreestylers
      @BXFISTIcefreestylers Před 3 měsíci

      Love it!

  • @Chicocroata
    @Chicocroata Před 8 měsíci +74

    It was always going to be a very uncomfortable night to sleep through..and you have demonstrated that it’s all about survival and not confort…getting through the night staying alive is all that matters in the end!!
    Thanks for showing this and being brave to go through that!

    • @christopherbussell8714
      @christopherbussell8714 Před 6 měsíci +7

      Warmth, Hot Food and Hot Drink are always underrated. However if you can make Fire! then make one. Use it just for your own morral, YOU MUST WANT TO SURVIVE! Anything to help the brain work better. 2 or 3 means of ignition, rain cover and a candle to make a body heater under a military style poncho with head under the hood but outside. The more you practice survival the greater chance you have of surviving and thriving. no one knows it all! That's why we learn 12 hours one night is not enough practice but its a start! Try 2 nights then three Wow! 2-3 weeks? find the minimum amount of kit you need to survive you will surprise yourself every day and night. you are your own support team! keep learning new skills and remember old ones. I always carry black plastic rubbish sacks armless rain coat, I might look silly but keeps me dry and stops the wind. Acts as as sit mat and ground sheet even with make shift head and Arm holes. Cardboard and news paper insulate and act as tinder! Fire and Smoke attract attention and help! For every problem find 3 solutions? Then if one fails try the next one!

    • @ndrthrdr1
      @ndrthrdr1 Před 4 měsíci +1

      I’ll stay home, thanks. The absurd number of “credits” at the beginning tell me “NO”.

  • @jeffburnham6611
    @jeffburnham6611 Před 2 lety +78

    A military-style rain poncho is what I always carry with me instead of actual rain gear. The poncho can be used as a tarp, if you're expecting rain, or even a sleeping bag.

    • @byteme9718
      @byteme9718 Před rokem

      Far better options since your national service.

    • @vannicrider7953
      @vannicrider7953 Před rokem +1

      Seen someone try to use a poncho in a gale as a waterproof. Not an easy task!

    • @lukedupont8564
      @lukedupont8564 Před 5 měsíci +3

      @@vannicrider7953 If the material is not too ultra light and you tie it at the waist, it'll do just fine. It's uses as a sleeping bag and shelter are also great, and it generally offers better breathability and protection -- not to mention waterproofness -- as rain jackets and the like.

    • @NikosKatsikanis
      @NikosKatsikanis Před 3 měsíci

      poncho doesn’t keep your legs dry and in high wind those arms gonna get soaked

  • @stephenhowlett6345
    @stephenhowlett6345 Před 3 lety +43

    As a veteran camper myself I’d say that was impressive and mightily brave. Next time sleeping in a tent will seem like the savoy.

  • @terry_1952
    @terry_1952 Před 2 lety +13

    I've had survival training and I want to tell you, you did better than some people that were supposed to be trained. Great job. I would like to tell you, I just love hearing you talk. I'm glad I found your page.

  • @tasteofoxygen
    @tasteofoxygen Před 3 měsíci +7

    "it's time to get into bed": rolls her moss blanket over, haha i love it, and you

  • @DevilbyMoonlight
    @DevilbyMoonlight Před 5 měsíci +5

    As a youngster almost 50 years ago there was no real internet, so some teens like myself was used to disappear off into the hills every weekend, no sleeping bag or tent, but always had '58 issue poncho's with us and some bungees, but there were plenty of fir trees in clusters, some big enough that you could keep warm and dry under them even in a heavy downpour even without using a poncho by keeping close to the trunk, always dry tinder to be found there that will still light in damp conditions too, eventually we built a simple 'backwoodsmans hut' under the base of a large tree in a cluster that you couldnt see unless you knew it was there even up close that had a fireplace in it, which proved handy in the winter nights, food was easy to come by too as we weren't exactly townies, but was easier to take tins of food with us, as young teens we did this regularly for several years on that hill miles from anyone else, as it allowed us to take our air rifles and use them without any problems, we could use them for rabbits or wood pigeon, there was a river there too lower down that had trout in it :/ being used to the outdoors helped a few of us later on when we grew up and ended up serving the country, these days it would be illegal to roam around like that in that fashion, even though we left no mess behind us, and did no harm or damage, and was always polite to the farmer, Those were the best times I remember from my youth.

  • @NobleSavage44
    @NobleSavage44 Před 3 lety +8

    “Children of the night. What music they make”. Good job. 👍

  • @fredturner6535
    @fredturner6535 Před 3 lety +38

    Well done not many people would be able to spend the night alone in the woods with no proper shelter without being afraid 😱👍

    • @oldbatwit5102
      @oldbatwit5102 Před 2 lety

      Afraid of what?

    • @fredturner6535
      @fredturner6535 Před 2 lety +2

      @@oldbatwit5102 one own imagination

    • @kinsmansteve
      @kinsmansteve Před 2 lety +9

      @Oldbatwit Oh you don't have to be afraid of anything specific. You could be afraid of the cold and dark, or being alone. Or just afraid with no particular purpose.

  • @silentwitness247
    @silentwitness247 Před 2 lety +30

    I’m so impressed with your challenge. Not many people would have attempted that and filmed it - well done.

  • @timfronimos459
    @timfronimos459 Před 2 měsíci +2

    One tip from Michigan during the fall leaf color change.
    Find a branch w a Y at end and attach/weave cross pieces to make a simple rake/broom.
    You can move massive amt of leaves to cover your shelter.

  • @comeonengland5312
    @comeonengland5312 Před 11 měsíci +10

    This lady is the most incredible person and the best thing I’ve seen on CZcams for years, she always puts a smile on my face when I’m feeling down 😊 wicked videos

  • @Nobby77
    @Nobby77 Před 3 lety +21

    That was the dogs danglies Claire. I'm predicting this will do well and deserves too. Hats off

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  Před 3 lety +10

      Aw thanks Lee! Might try it again in the summer, bet there's quite a difference when not battling the damp.. insect hell instead though I suppose 😄

  • @markatchison9974
    @markatchison9974 Před 3 lety +25

    Well done. A fair example of what can happen sometimes & one is forced to make the best of what's available. Also; a clear indication that a small "emergency" kit isn't a bad idea. A reusable survival bag or blanket, a fire kit & some biscuits will see most folks through a bad night, then get moving again. 10/10.

    • @deedee7733
      @deedee7733 Před 2 měsíci

      It used to be a slab of "mint cake" hikers carried on them, tasted like sugar mice but minty. Used to be for sale everywhere in the Lake District, Cumbria, where I sometimes hiked while at a nearby uni. That's going back to my 1970s youth. No idea if they're still available.

  • @FrancisSiuChock
    @FrancisSiuChock Před 3 lety +46

    Great effort! Be careful when using leaves especially when damp for bedding. Ticks and other bugs used them as their natural habitat so, if you sleep on them they will naturally transfer to you. Always check your clothing and skin for ticks.

  • @andrewarthurmatthews6685

    May I draw attention to F S C ( Forest School Camps ) in UK. They are a charity set up in 1930’s to promote , educate , enjoy and introduce children to camping . FSC , prior to Covid would take over one thousand kids camping all through the year. So we are talking ‘old school’ camping where all cooking is done over wood fires, Army style trench laterines are dug , camp fires every day, wood craft taught , knife safety/ whittling all ways popular, fire lighting / shelter building, night games, overnight hikes carrying tents, food etc. As an ex volunteer staff member I thoroughly enjoyed the experience with our camps always oversubscribed.

  • @Aliveandkicking1979
    @Aliveandkicking1979 Před 2 lety +13

    You are such a lovely and good-spirited person! And brave, not to forget. I love watching your videos! And I smiled when you thanked the moss, so kind and funny. Thank you for all of your content! 😊

  • @simondavies381
    @simondavies381 Před 2 lety +12

    Aloha, for years I have watched Bushcraft videos to gain knowledge and hopefully enough skills to survive in most situations. I have recently discovered your channel, and I must say a massive Thank You…..being out and about in the woods is not all serious survival stuff, you show that it can just be amazing to walk among the trees, stop and cook up some food, camp out in tent or tarp and just love life and see a very simple yet wonderful side of life that many of us don’t take advantage of. I love the music you use for the vids and your super happy positive personality, it kind of leaves a person in a dreamlike state, and puts a smile on my chops. Thank you, enhanced my life you have…..Si, from Bristol. X

  • @nickhuard8028
    @nickhuard8028 Před 3 lety +11

    old Indien trick - find an old Indien ; they're warm and bush savy ❤️

  • @eppityrrell8236
    @eppityrrell8236 Před 5 měsíci +3

    No wonder there's such a chorus of joy from nature every morning after a cold night x you did very well Claire love your channel 🥰 I can just imagine how grateful you were next time you went camping with your full gear x

  • @alastairkerr2216
    @alastairkerr2216 Před 3 lety +8

    What an absolute gem.

  • @grumcx
    @grumcx Před 3 lety +16

    I love this video. It’s really easy to build a survival shelter when you’ve remembered/planned to take all the tools & kit with you but this was much more realistic & it looks like you nailed it! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  Před 3 lety +6

      Thanks Graham :D still pulling splinters out of my hands 😂 I think it would have been great if it weren't for the damp, there was no escaping it!

  • @shed57wanderer94
    @shed57wanderer94 Před 3 lety +12

    I always carry an emergency blanket in my rucksack, get one of the thick bright orange plastic ones to sleep in, it will keep you dry and warm. I always carry one in the bottom of my rucksack just in case. You never know when you might need it for real

  • @bigstones5710
    @bigstones5710 Před 2 lety +41

    If the world had more people like you it would be a far better place great vlog

  • @bertkelly7650
    @bertkelly7650 Před 3 lety +9

    Don't know how your tick problem is there, but ticks love the under side of dead leaves. Check yourself real good after your adventure. You can't sleep because you are digesting. Eat an hour before bed. : - )

  • @kerrypeabody1417
    @kerrypeabody1417 Před 3 lety +6

    What was interesting was how little of ALL the stuff you had with you, you actually used.

  • @ronaldfondren9842
    @ronaldfondren9842 Před 6 dny

    So attracted to the chaos goblin!!!
    Much love ❤

  • @rodengorman8762
    @rodengorman8762 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I've just started watching your videos again to try and gain some calm and sense back into my mind.

  • @frederickletch5679
    @frederickletch5679 Před 3 lety +5

    Well done Claire. For an emergency shelter that is excellent. You seemed to have just the right things with you. You didn't need a knife, saw or axe. The tree you used had a good supply of Birch bark. Love watching your videos. XX

    • @youtubemakesmedothis7280
      @youtubemakesmedothis7280 Před 6 měsíci

      She did have a hatchet (hand axe). She didn't list it in her equipment but it's plainly visible in her hand at 2:45 when she climbs over the tree. Makes me wonder what else she had that she didn't mention.

  • @FlorinSirbu.
    @FlorinSirbu. Před 3 lety +4

    Hi Clare, I’ve seen few of your vids and I really like them. I like how natural and calm you are even when things go wrong.I am on the path of starting wild camping (my sleeping bag is on the way, next my tent and the rest will fallow) , small steps :) but the surviving scenario video is quit something, an eye opener.Well done you! you’ve proved that being prepared means to be smart and that can save your life. I’ve never thought actually to have an “emergency lifeline bag” but, thanks to you that’s the first thing to pack when backpacking. Thank you for sharing and take care.
    Kind regards,
    Florin

  • @mjc4942
    @mjc4942 Před měsícem

    I found this channel a few days ago. Watched around 10 or 12 more recent so far. Wow you packed in so much in a night to test yourself. Seeing how this was 3 years ago that put a whole other spin on things. Great work! Peace.

  • @rexstorm7408
    @rexstorm7408 Před 5 měsíci

    Proud of you for sticking it out no matter how uncomfortable you were.WELL DONE!

  • @musquito7865
    @musquito7865 Před 3 lety +4

    Great video as ever Claire. You're always challenging yourself and I can't wait to see what you've got next up your sleeve.

  • @lotsapockets
    @lotsapockets Před 3 lety +6

    Always try to have a dry pair of socks with you, change in to the dry socks before you try to sleep, and if you have your rucksack empty, put your feet in it, without boots, allowing the feet more movement can really help with warmth you could even drop a few fire warmers stonees on the bag Survival blankets can work well at reflecting heat back to you.

  • @davidwest7760
    @davidwest7760 Před 7 měsíci

    Your positivity is inspiring. It's a joy to watch your films.

  • @ronaldrose7593
    @ronaldrose7593 Před 3 lety +3

    Hello my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. Thank you for sharing your very informative video. One of your subscribers had a great comment. Take a number of the large plastic contractor bags and use them to fill with leaves, tie them off and sleep on top of them. That way you're not sleeping 😴 with the ticks and other uninvited insects. All the best to you 😘.
    Stay safe 🙏 out there. 🤗

  • @Roberto-REME
    @Roberto-REME Před rokem +4

    Great video, Claire. You did an impressive job with little tools. You are brave, Claire. Great video!

  • @robertsant4369
    @robertsant4369 Před 3 lety +6

    gutsy woman that's for sure! the one thing that was textbook survival was attitude. hats off to you there, very well done.

  • @benhikescamps
    @benhikescamps Před 3 lety +1

    Really enjoyed that Clare. Great fun and credit to you for pushing on and not giving up. Great shelter and resourceful use of what you had in pack. Thanks for sharing with us! Ben ⛺️👍👍

  • @jerryimmanuel2559
    @jerryimmanuel2559 Před 3 lety

    Your lively spirit keeps me carry on. Thank you

  • @SR-pr5jb
    @SR-pr5jb Před 2 lety +7

    Sentir frio nunca é legal, mas com certeza é muito bom aprendermos nos preparar para uma emergência. Parabéns pelo seu trabalho.

  • @aviationwales3021
    @aviationwales3021 Před 3 lety +5

    This is an amazing video. Would love some more of these type of videos. Your so brave doing this all alone. Total respect to you.

  • @mickjames1609
    @mickjames1609 Před 2 lety +2

    Hello Claire.. Thank you so much for all of this. I think this is something we all have to learn. Being safe and taking no risks is what living in nature is all about. Sometimes we take for granted what is in the forests and we must use it to the best of our ability when we have to. I for one take with me coloured tape and use this as markers when i need to. I have no GPS or anything so i go as if i am blind maybe the wrong thing to do but that is how it is with me. My walks have taken me to some amazing places and i love being out there alone but not alone if you know what i mean... Regards Mick from Hampshire.. Xx

  • @brianthesnail3815
    @brianthesnail3815 Před 2 lety +10

    A really interesting video and brave too. I often think when I see hikers out and about around the hills near me that they really have only taken what they expect to need on the day they planned with a tiny day pack. They worry far too much about carrying a bit of extra weight. Its when that day goes bad that your plan goes out of the window.
    My view is that if you plan for a 12 hour hike, assume it will be 24 hours and ask what you would minimally need to make your life better. Even a 2 person big heavy duty plastic Life System emergency survival bag alone could keep you dry, keep your kit dry and being orange its easy for people can spot you in a rescue situation. Maybe that would be bad for condensation so perhaps a lightweight tarp and a wool blanket in the alternative. Add some dry socks and some dried camping food and that is maybe 3 kg and a good nights sleep.

    • @paulworgan6599
      @paulworgan6599 Před rokem +1

      Better to have it and not need it

    • @youtubemakesmedothis7280
      @youtubemakesmedothis7280 Před 6 měsíci

      Part of my standard kit is a 5' x 7' emergency blanket by Survive Outdoors Longer. I've used it as an emergency tent in a downpour (had my sleeping bag and pad so I was fine), often as a ground sheet and picnic blanket, a few times as a quick rain shelter, once in a simulated overnight emergency like in this vid (not exactly warm, and a bit damp from condensation, but I survived the night). Have also wrapped loosely in it on a winter camp, left open by my head, had a fine night. Note: . You don't cover your face with one of these blankets, they retain condensation.
      I also carry several lengths of parachute cord, infinitely useful as guylines with the emergency blanket and on a dozen other occasions. Other items that go along: a Swiss Army knife with a saw blade; a hunting knife on my belt, a condom (besides the obvious, it's a water bladder, emergency splint, waterproof gear cover, etc.), water- and wind-proof matches, a little med kit like Claires, a ground sheet that folds to the size of a deck of cards. I should go through my day pack to see what all is there....
      Oh, I once used a hatchet to construct a spruce-bough lean-to one fall. Should have had a full sized axe! Spruce branches are bloody hard to cut! Took me most of a fall day and left me sweaty and exhausted. Slept on spruce boughs with a tarp and my sleeping bag. No rain or snow so no real test of the shelter, had a good night.

  • @captainchipowen5184
    @captainchipowen5184 Před 3 lety +4

    This is one of my favorite videos of yours! The intro had me laughing out loud! Way to go Claire!

  • @Alan-DPhotos
    @Alan-DPhotos Před 3 lety +26

    Well done Claire Grylls :-) Always good to put things into practice and I'm sure it will be easier next time. Great video :-)

    • @Ryy86
      @Ryy86 Před 3 lety +10

      Grylls 😂 don't insult the lady lol. We all bloody well know he has helicopters fly him and guests, to close by 5 star hotels before the clock strikes 12

    • @Thebigmanmetaldetecting
      @Thebigmanmetaldetecting Před 2 lety +4

      @@Ryy86 never a truer word spoken, he is a joke the only reason he got into the SAS reserves (the equivalent of the territorial army)was because his dad was top brass in the SAS,to go for selection you have to have served in another armed forces he hadn’t trained in any services and not surprising he didn’t even make it a week,he is the laughing stock of the regiment

    • @kinsmansteve
      @kinsmansteve Před 2 lety +3

      Indeed, there's no need to compare Claire with that pretender. She is utterly genuine.

    • @Batmann_
      @Batmann_ Před 3 měsíci

      What a bunch of haters. Bear has always been about demonstrating things more than anything...and he does do that. Regardless of whether he happens to have hotels nearby or etc, he's still shown how to overcome some pretty challenging situations (by actually tackling them himself).

  • @Scott-rb1nb
    @Scott-rb1nb Před 2 dny

    She is so amazing....Be safe

  • @ulnoohiker8983
    @ulnoohiker8983 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for sharing your experiences, extremely courageous...well done!

  • @raydelarge2357
    @raydelarge2357 Před rokem +4

    Hey, take it easy on yourself. Hated to see you getting cold. Great shelter though and a decent fire would have helped. That was a hard thing to do so congratulations on sticking it out. You never cease to amaze us. Love it.

  • @theoaksmeister
    @theoaksmeister Před 3 lety +12

    Only found you a day ago but absolutely loving your adventures, filming skills and commentary 👌🏻 x

  • @witness4Him
    @witness4Him Před 6 měsíci +1

    I. Am. Impressed!!!! I see lots of men with full camping gear but you, just what is at hand 👌

  • @Butterfly07949
    @Butterfly07949 Před rokem

    I did this in the scouts when I was 15 the skip gave me some water,sugar and flour.
    I walked a long way and found a cave at the side of a stream and did the very same thing as you Claire I made a bed out of twigs, leaves and other materials. I made a dough out of the flour etc and twirling it around a green stick over a camp fire.
    My word that was a cold night 😂
    Put me in good stead when my father's business went bankrupt a few years later as losing the family home I slept rough as a homeless person. Fancy that a son of a multi-millionaire on the streets!
    All sorted now though but looking forward to some controlled wild camping.
    Great channel Claire 💖

  • @AshOutdoorsUK
    @AshOutdoorsUK Před 3 lety +6

    What a great video clairebeare! Think it’s my favourite of yours... well done for doing that, very brave 🥶 hats off to you! A week survival for the next vid pls 😉
    Thanks for sharing, and stay safe
    Ash x

    • @WildBeare
      @WildBeare  Před 3 lety +5

      Aw thanks Ash! :D Haha, I'll do a week survival if you'll provide the catapult action? Lol thank you for watching, looking forward to your coastal catch & cook, amazing :D

    • @AshOutdoorsUK
      @AshOutdoorsUK Před 3 lety +4

      @@WildBeare now that sound like a good deal to me! You’re on! 😉

  • @mistermindahenziandalasnus3754

    Going totally all alone doing this sorta stuff is what I really admire you for. Stay safe and have fun okay! 😉👍

  • @HENZI-cv7re
    @HENZI-cv7re Před 20 dny

    You're a very brave person doing that all alone in the woods. 💪

  • @JBreeze4598
    @JBreeze4598 Před 2 lety

    Great job, great video. Thanks for sharing with us.

  • @forage.and.rewild
    @forage.and.rewild Před 6 měsíci +3

    I absolutely loved this video, you are such an inspiration :) Keep up the amazing work, brave woman! xx

  • @pollymonopoly8803
    @pollymonopoly8803 Před 3 lety +5

    Goodness you don’t even have an axe or a saw. I don’t even think I saw a knife! That’s badass. Mad indeed!

  • @dirksnyman8231
    @dirksnyman8231 Před 2 lety +1

    Well done, I love how you do star jumps to stay warm. Having something hot before bed is good and having a hot drink in the morning after a sleepless night is what gives you energy to crack on. Love your videos

  • @mrdeneanon9519
    @mrdeneanon9519 Před 3 lety

    Super smiles, a fantastic attitude and inspirational.

  • @toha1057
    @toha1057 Před 3 lety +7

    Thank you for taking us along while you really test yourself! Awesome experience and it show what it's REALLY like when trying to get thru an unplanned night out. I really like your camera presence as well.

  • @markgrinsted8728
    @markgrinsted8728 Před 3 lety +4

    Recently found you channel and im loving it 👌.... that was some serously hard core camping btw great work 👍👍

  • @Seamus3051
    @Seamus3051 Před 5 měsíci

    Many thanks Claire. You're a remarkable woman, and your videos' never fail to inform and delight.. Stay well & safe ..Cheers 🙂

  • @garry7433
    @garry7433 Před 11 měsíci

    Fabulous! I could watch you all day.

  • @CptnSavage
    @CptnSavage Před 6 měsíci +7

    This is the first time I've watched one of your videos. I'm impressed with your decisions and you seem to have made a valiant effort to deal with the conditions you faced. Well done.
    I agree with @StevenKeery's comment below about using garden size trash bags and space/survival blankets with add practicallly no weight to your kit. And yes, having a single walled metal container [preferably 64oz you can heat it, and as he points out put it in a sock and hold it against yourself to stay warm.
    But my first suggestion would be to plan for the worst to begin with. Going out for a day hike, take a tarp, bank line, a knife, a small folding saw, and 6 meals and snacks for 3 days. "Why? I'm just going for a day hike! ! !" It is because you never know what could happen. You could be hurt, you could wind up lost, there are numerous UNEXPECTED things that could happen. By preparing ahead of time, for unseen and unknown contingencies, you are less likely to find yourself short on everything and wishing you'd stayed home in bed.
    I've always over packed and over planned and have never run short of supplies or be worried that I was out for another unexpected day or two in the wild. I HAVE however, come across other individuals or people who, like you just showed us, were in dire straits and could have had a much different outcome had I not shared all my extra supplies, food and water as well as the tools to survive with.
    I look forward to watching more of your videos in the future. Stay Strong, Stay Smart, Enjoy Life! ! ! Brian

  • @slarti42uk
    @slarti42uk Před 3 lety +7

    That was a great video, you looked like you were having so much fun with the actual shelter build. Such a good idea to give this sort of thing a go, so if it happened for real you have the knowledge that you'll get through it. I've not even been brave enough to wild camp properly even with all the gear, just a test run in a friend's field with permission. :)

  • @stevenfritz6891
    @stevenfritz6891 Před 3 lety

    I admire your “can do” spirit! You are an inspiration!

  • @gram69
    @gram69 Před 3 lety +1

    Bloody good effort! You definitely did survive! Which was the important thing!! Loving your ambition!

  • @MarksShrimpTanks
    @MarksShrimpTanks Před 3 lety +64

    I think it takes being out like this at least once to really make it sink in how important your shelter and sleep system is.

  • @craigmarlowe3317
    @craigmarlowe3317 Před rokem

    Brilliant, just brilliant Claire...😉👍

  • @smarwickoutdoors7993
    @smarwickoutdoors7993 Před 3 lety

    I have Loads of respect for you putting yourself out of your comfort zone! Bet you now find yourself with loads of confidence. Awsome !

  • @unixpro2
    @unixpro2 Před rokem +3

    Both brave and wise to test your kit in a survival scenario before you need it for real. Another amazing video. I’m fairly new to the channel and wonder where you learned your outdoor skills

  • @freespeech7747
    @freespeech7747 Před 2 lety +3

    Next challenge, spend a night in a travel lodge, that will be your worst ever challenge

  • @dphill96
    @dphill96 Před 3 lety +1

    Huh, nice video, thank you for sharing this. I also enjoyed that into about the badgers.

  • @spender771
    @spender771 Před rokem

    Fab video, really informative. I love that you say thank you to the moss and woods.

  • @Tonywozere99
    @Tonywozere99 Před 3 lety +7

    Love a natural shelter. Always take a suitcase full of twigs when staying in Premier Inn

  • @MyVikinglife
    @MyVikinglife Před 3 lety +8

    We were told to put our feet in our rucksack overnight. Never actually tried it, so no idea if that keeps your feet warm or not :)

  • @mariuszskopinski9794
    @mariuszskopinski9794 Před 2 lety +1

    AMAZING video, I enjoyed it very much! You've shown quite a few things I would never think about in the woods.

  • @stephencopps1561
    @stephencopps1561 Před rokem

    I've always loved messing around in the woods making shelters and so on, lighting a fire 🔥 Stay warm! Thanks 👍

  • @Klatubarada1979
    @Klatubarada1979 Před 3 lety +568

    This is the kind of girl you marry if you get the chance.

    • @keithjordan9377
      @keithjordan9377 Před 3 lety +36

      She has a lot of class,that's for sure

    • @andrewjohnston9115
      @andrewjohnston9115 Před 3 lety +82

      The trick is to get her to want to marry you, not the other way round … 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @salc7453
      @salc7453 Před 3 lety +19

      I've met many psycho gals that sleep in the woods lol Not saying she is of course, its personality you want to keep an eye on!

    • @jeffharrison3930
      @jeffharrison3930 Před 3 lety +11

      Weird flex

    • @dshe8637
      @dshe8637 Před 2 lety +72

      Creepiest internet comment ever?

  • @markfw54
    @markfw54 Před 6 měsíci

    Congratulations! Well done! I’m so impressed.

  • @puma1304
    @puma1304 Před 3 lety +2

    this was interesting, it made me think about what I should always carry with me when I am outdoors

  • @ROGERDATTT
    @ROGERDATTT Před 6 měsíci

    Gotta say i love watching your adventures.

  • @ola_bandola
    @ola_bandola Před 2 lety

    This is the most authentic emergency shelter overnighter I’ve seen on youtube 👍

  • @MICHAEL-lx5cy
    @MICHAEL-lx5cy Před rokem +1

    Claire, great shelter!!!

  • @davidbutler1825
    @davidbutler1825 Před 3 lety

    You are so hard core!! I love this!

  • @michaeld9941
    @michaeld9941 Před 3 lety

    I started watching your videos at first and never thought you would ever "rough it". Well done misus. Truthful account of it
    too👍

  • @mangle40
    @mangle40 Před rokem

    You are an inspiration. Love your channel.

  • @joemabry9643
    @joemabry9643 Před 2 lety

    You truly are a wild one! Thank you!

  • @xiaohai5249
    @xiaohai5249 Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing that videos. That was fun.. no blanket the whole night.. 😊

  • @frankalexander6629
    @frankalexander6629 Před 2 lety

    Fantastic! So interesting and so educational ...

  • @keithshwalbe6981
    @keithshwalbe6981 Před 2 lety

    Bravo Claire
    Very proud of you. xxxxx