Stealth Camping in a Ditch - Making a Secret Hidden Shelter!
My stealthiest camp yet I reckon! I used a tarp with camo netting, leaves and twigs to blend into the ground
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I think that even Steve Wallis would be proud of your stealth camping abilities!!!
That would be a fantastic collaboration!
just wanted to write the same. it would be a great colab
Took the words out of my mouth.
Ahh thanks! Steve is the best 😃
I agree, and Steve is the master of stealth.
In a hole in the ground there lived a Wild Beare. Not a nasty hole full of worms but a Wild Beare hole and that means comfort.
🐻🤗
Fantastic Tolkien reference.
Looks very nice but feels very odd for myself being from Finland. You can literally drive 20min outside of Helsinki to setup camp in a place where nobody passes by for weeks or months, perhaps even not during a year and if you're somewhere outside the capital region, finding empty woods is probably easier than finding people 😂
Ahh wow, that sounds like absolute bliss!! We are quite crammed together here in the UK unfortunately :/ thanks for watching :)
I used to visit Finland for my work, it is indeed very sparsely populated but as I was driving from Helsinki to Pereseinojoki in June, I was surprised to see snow remnants at the side of the road. My query, does Finland have the ,'' allemansrecht', to go where you want to, like Sweden has ?
It is like that in many countries, ie. Little need for stealth because no one goes there!
You are very lucky in Finland that your Government is not ruled by Big Business which forced Mass Immigration to provide consumers so they could sell more and it seems your Politicians are not so easily bribed as UK Politicians !
I love the way you wear your "come get a piece of me" Socks out in the wild
You can't get any stealthier than that, Claire. Those cammo nets and twigs and leaves really made it. Another great vlog. Thanks for sharing.
Yes, I fully agree. Only when it is for real, one should sleep under the tarp, not outside.
The only downside with such good camo is you may get trampled over 😮
and if/ when it rains overnight the 'ditch' that you are sleeping in will quickly fill up with rainwater.
this one would wouldn't fill up at all, I know these woods well and this is a long ditch that doesn't even have water settled in it during wet winters :)@@johnbradley1599
yes very true! although there is no access for bikes or motors in these woods, those would be my biggest concern
The use of detrius....limbs, brambles, heavy foliage even rocks can redirect traffic away from an area as well as provide better concealment.
@@johnbradley1599That was exactly what I was thinking.
U did a really good job to blend into the ground. I think I've never seen a better stealth camp.
Ahh yay thanks! :D
I have done 18 years in the British Army. I think your videos are amazing. If I was still serving I would use them as examples of how to build shelters. Even with all my experience, I learn so much from your videos. Thank you!!!
Ahh that's so nice, thank you so much! Thank you for your service to our country 🤗
cheers dits
May I ask which branch? It's only that I would use this video as an example of what not to do.
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That is excellent camo for sure. My only critique would be the ditch. If it were to rain, that would not keep you dry because the sides of the ditch would direct the rain down into the bottom. But for a clear night like you had that was a PERFECT stealth site.
Thank you so much :D this ditch doesn't fill with water, even in winter. It's very long, prob around 50m. The most it would get is slightly muddy (I know these woods very well). Hope you have a lovely week! 🌿🐻
So graceful how you present these. Looks like you’re having fun 😋
If it starts to rain you need to pray your ditch doesn’t turn into a stream.
First thing I thought... "I found this ditch..." nooooo
It's the wrong terrain for flash floods. Too flat, too much cover, high percolation. But a generally bad idea, I agree.
If you have a folding camp shovel you can actually dig a trench to guide any potential rain water to run around/away from your desired spot. No doubt it's possible to do with your hands if needed and without tools.
never camp in ditches. unless you like getting very wet.
I`ve had that happen to me, British Army exercise 1985 , went to sleep in a nice depression out of the howling wind and it rained in the night and i woke up in a ditch 4 inches deep in water,
Love how peaceful you and your videos are. Keep it up Claire. 😎
It's not just the locations and the camping, it's also the fact that you obviously enjoy editing this stuff that makes it so entertaining.
Wow, that really blended into the surroundings. The only worry about using a ditch is rain. Hope you are doing well. Stay happy and safe.
💕😀xx you genuinely had such fun! Thanks so much.🥰
I'm enjoying seeing you having fun doing what I used to do for work 😊👍
Its amazing how well that camo-netting works. Good camp Claire 🙂💞
Another lovely video. Thanks Claire.
Haven't watched it yet - crossing my fingers you didn't get washed away by a nightly rain. You really are not easyly scared, are you? Thanks for your new adventure - and have a happy time! 🌹🍀
The sound of those birds, amazing. Thank you for such great content and editing.
That morning birdsong is magical ❤
Hi, Corp in Corporals Corner makes a broom by just using an old branch with a couple of forks at the end, which makes short work of clearing the brush away from the ground. PS, I'd be too scared of rats, bugs, spiders, slugs and basically everything else to do what you did there.
Oooh yes someone else has mentioned this too, I keep meaning to try it thanks! Haha yes those take a bit of getting used to I guess, the slugs love to get in my hair at night so I wear a bug net over my head now :)
@@WildBeare I so laughed at the slug trail you had in your hair in a previous vid. Bloody slugs, covered my rucksack last camp in trails of silvery slime! 🤢🙂
Claire, you make beautiful, fun & informative videos. Thank you !
You're videos are always great. Also, I can listen to you talk all day. Inspirational you are. I believe in you.
Your ability to hide is most fantastic. You know, sometimes it is better to have a bit more than needed just in case the weather changes overnight. Another great video. Have a grand day.
I love the sound of your voice, you relax me and soothe me. Your content is also lovely.
Thanks for putting a smile on my face today, Claire. Nice job with the camo!
Thank you! Have a lovely week :)
I can't imagine how you think you will stay dry in a ditch if it rains?
Good bivvy bag will do the trick
@@scapeink4819 Ever slept in a wet ditch? It's not a good choice .
@@captainchaos3053 I have actually lol
@scapeink4819 yeah me too and not by choice. That's why ik ow that if it rains bivi bad or not its going to get miserable in the ditch.
You are certainly learning fast about good camouflage. Nice little video x
I love your videos. What a beautiful spot you picked too! Thank you for sharing
Another fun adventure! Can't wait for cooler weather here in the states so we can do the same. Thank you for sharing!
Looking fabulous.
Well done Claire., 🌟
This is absolutely amazing!
Another great video thanks Claire Beare
Wow! Stealth masterclass!
The trouble with really good camouflage is that if you get up during the night to take a short walk, when you return you might not be able to find your camp!
Now that’s a proper exciting camp, executed perfectly, well done and roll on the next upload 👍💪
That looked fun!
Claire your adventures are such a gift! i need like 40or 50 minutes of Beare camping 😁
Aw thank you! Maybe one day if I'm able to do a reeeally long hike I can make a longer video haha :D
Nice one Claire!!! From a distance that would never be noticed..Top flight!!! Cheers
Wow! The camo! I was looking right at it and couldn't see it. Thanks for a short and sweet video!
That stealth tent is absolutely awesome, i love it❤
Simple but effective! Fun little camp, another great video! Sometimes it’s the most minimalist camps that make for the best experiences
Nice outing and fun play with camouflage…Have fun stay safe.
Yet another excellent video. Those camo nets are perfect blend for a leafy forest floor.
Amazing! So impressed!
Super cool, thx so much!
👍😁 That looked like so much fun to do. Easy and fairly quick to setup and invisible to all, apart from the doggo.. Proberbly your most stealthily wildcamp yet claire 🐻 😁 Have fun and takecare wildone ..
Thank you yep simple and effective, love it. Hope you have a great week :D
@WildBeare 😁 You too Claire.. 👍
Wow Claire, I wish that we had you for our NATO Tactical Evaluation prep at RAF Lakenheath in the old days...1990s. We had tons of Camo netting. Stay Beautiful, resourceful, and exciting.
Excellent concealment, however, this can only be done in dry weather... One rainstorm that that ditch is going to see her doing the Watusi Fling to get that tent pulled up and do an emergency setup on higher ground...Still, in good summer weather, this is a great stealth setup ;>)
That was well set up Clair. No shine, shape or silhouette. I like it 👍👍
That was one of the stealthiest setups I've seen in a long time, and it was quick & easy. Well done!
Thank you :D
Superb stealth job ! My only worry would be that a person would walk or even worse, cycle over the top completely unaware until the last second. But I guess you picked a spot nicely away from regular tracks. Great vid as always Claire. Greetings from Sydney 🇦🇺
Thank you! Yes no tracks through that spot and there's no access for bikes or anything like that in these lil woods. Also, I would see and/or hear anyone coming close anyhow. No one about after dark. Have a great week and best wishes from England :) Claire
Nature photographers often use camo clothing and a camo head net too. If you got some all you would need is a flashlight that projects a camo pattern.
That is without doubt the stealthiest camp ...above the thousands of wild camping / stealth camping and everything in between videos I've watched on here. that is SAS style ! brilliant . well done you ! that is amazing ! you got skills girl !
You can definitely teach some of these so called stealth campers a few things ... your set ups and low profile sleeping areas a gr8 . Keep up the good work ...loving the vidz ...
That's what we called " Stealth " .... Job Well Done ! Thanks for sharing too .... 👍👍
Great video and love how you try to just blend in.
Best stealth camp you've done so far! Brilliant!
Thank you! :D
Love camo camping!
Another brill watch, awesome lady 😊
Watch out for mountain bikers - would hit that at speed looking for some air!!! 😂 Great camo camp Claire !
Haha thanks! Yes no bike access in these woods :)
Thanks for the video…great job on the camouflage…be safe !!
Great camo work! Somebody should make a tarp with irregular edges for this sort of thing. Still, beware of water courses, like ditches. You don't want to do a George Washington and camp int a place that turns into a river in the middle of the night. If it's dry at the bottom, and there's no forecast rain, you may be safe, as this time.
Thank you :D this ditch doesn't fill with water, even in winter when everything is soggy. I know these lil woods very well :)
@@WildBeare then it's not a ditch.... it's a hollow. Ditches fill with water.
Hi Claire.. which pattern common net is this one? And the greener one you used in your other tarp video? Many thanks.
i have the 4x4 DD camo tarp, and its pretty good, that would save you carrying the netting as well.
Wonderful
Awesome stealth great work
what an awesome shelter..you are soo cool.
Good camo, still loving that disappearing jump at the end. 👍
Another great video. I bet the dog wanted to play! I am looking forward to your next adventure.
Good to see you.
Love it Claire. How you find these little places and the ideas you come up with are fantastic. Always love watching your videos. 🏕🏕
Thank you so much, love to make them :D
@@WildBeare . Claire. Would you do a little video on how you tie your knots? I have watched others, I just wondered if you use the same or similar types of knots to attach your ridge line to the trees and how you attach your tarp to your ridge line. Cheers. 🏕🏕
Impressive!! Great job
loved it Claire x
Each offering gets better 👍
Nice vid Claire. Would add that the ditch is probably a water run off, so beware of showers when using this method. The cam was great, or it would be if you put your kit inside of the basha. Excellent production and presentation.
Hi Claire, I think I’ve only ever seen one other video using this technique with this type of camp, pretty much the ultimate in low profile stealth camping especially with the camo netting. Hope the dog made a full recovery!!🤣😂 Cheers Graham
Hey Graham, ahh that's cool, loving the camo netting, so effective! 👀 Yes let's hope so, hopefully not too many sessions of doggo therapy required 😅 🐶💕 Hope you're good Sir
That's an excellent stealth camp! Looks like it would be a great place to spend a night. I really enjoy your adventures. So peaceful. Thanks for taking us to these beutiful places. ❤
Hello 👋. Good camp, nice nature. Nice to watch your videos 👍
I’ve started watching your vids as a survival guide Claire, who knows where the future is going in this mad world! 🤣😊👍🏽⛺️♥️
Beautiful
Love it.
Hello lovely, I love it. Such a good job with that, simple, effective and well hidden ❤
Love this musik,... And ofcourse Claire and she doing this like a PRO...Lovely cute stealth
If you tried that in Arkansas there would only be a skeleton left in the morning. The mosquitoes would suck out the juice and the bugs would pick the bones clean. Lol
I love your stealth camping. You really have it down. Well done.
Thank you :)
Love it! I would defo walk right over that its so well hidden!
Excellent shelter, blends in perfecty 🏕🦌🎇
Awesome 👌
I’m currently on the run, great advice and tips, many thanks
Super ! 👍😃
Great job on the camo.....you blended in perfectly...if you hadn't moved several times, I was completely fooled....loved the video, thanks for sharing
I loved building dens as a kid, you have just taken it into adulthood - genius 😘
Great camp and that camo was the perfect disguise
Love it Claire see you on the next one 👍🏻
Brilliant! That was an excellwnt video. Great camo!
Amazing what different a couple of camo techniques make.
Your videos give me a sense of peace and calm. And your confidence and bravery gives me inspiration! Thank you so much for that Claire!
Brilliant video Claire , your a star .