Would you camp using this traditional Australian swag method?

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@art-is-lazy4509 2 жыл бұрын

As a kid we used to have one of the last of the original swaggies drop by our farm every summer to work on our farm, we used to offer him to set up in our shed but he used to prefer to camp down the river as that was how he travelled walking up and down the Murray Darling basin. My brothers and me made him a sleeping platform in a willow tree that had been pushed over by a flood and we used to bring him walaby, rabbits and ducks we'd shoot for him, which was what he preferred, veggies from our garden, bread mum would bake and tinned fruit. He used to tell us stories about his travels up and down the river, including fathering multiple kids, he was Austrian and you could tell he used to be handsome. When he stopped coming one year we just assumed he died, illness, snakebite, etc; doing what he loved, travelling and living under the stars. The most free person I've ever known, now I'm getting to the end of my life, surrounded by things and stuff I look back at that time and person with fondness for the simplicity and honesty which existed back then.

@moorshound3243 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful story thank you for sharing.

@mxredbaron 2 жыл бұрын

Yes Wonderful thank you for sharing your memory it with us.

@-Rickster- 2 жыл бұрын

Truly touching. Thank you for sharing this living history 🙏🏻

@hapidjus2520 2 жыл бұрын

That's pretty cool

@TimSlowNewsDayPool 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome.

@rodgeorge7244 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid Scotty that brought back memories of my childhood we only had a couple of old grey army blankets to sleep with, a frying pan and a billy to make tea, a few spuds to throw in the fire, water from the creek if we caught a fish or 2 or a rabbit we ate like kings those were the days ,that was in the late 50s I was about 11 or 12 years old loved it then and still love it now but with a little more comfort ,well why not I'm 73 years old and I think I've earned it

@Chingalo2006 2 жыл бұрын

Good on ye Rod, A true camper never loses the bug! Nothing like getting out into nature and surviving with what you have nearby. Salute from Ireland.

@dominictodd2433 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve got one from Maine as well, I’m still young but I’m in the Boy Scouts and I promised myself that I will keep camping till my legs won’t take me out to the woods. I also want to post videos on my channel so others can share the same love for the outdoors I do, It’s a humble channel I own not like Scott’s but I want to help as much as I can.

@MrZoomah 2 жыл бұрын

Those were the day. The change is massive even since I was a kid. (I'm 34). I have a decent size property with a lot of bush. I foster care an Aboriginal kid and as part of raising a confident Aboriginal kid we do a lot of rough camping. I took one of the elders, who's in his late 80s, the other week and went out with only water, digging sticks and the rifles. (Spearing animals isn't humane). The first thing that always strikes me is how quiet the bush is compared to when I was a kid. So few insects, birds, and the little shuffly animals such as native mice, lizards, etc. As a kid you sometimes couldn't talk because of how loud the birds were. The old bloke said that he used to be able to survive indefinitely in the bush but now has to take food with him as he's never sure if there will be animals in his area. He used to lay on his back in a paddock and couldn't see the sky from horizon to horizon due to the black cockatoos. Now if we see 30 cockatoos in a flock we are astounded. We ate a goanna and some tubers but he said even the tubers were smaller than he remembers due to the lack of rain. I'm in the process of learning to breed insects to release into my bush. I also have set up water points in the bush. Hopefully it'll help the animals to breed in my area so by the time the kids can take over the property it's noisy again.

@leostanley9924 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrZoomah legend.

@kennethgardner3090 2 жыл бұрын

I don`t know if you have ever watched the movie" stand by me" but it also brings back childhood memories. At 12 years old I always went with other kids and my dog. I was almost 18 when I started camping alone. I bought my backpack when I was around 24. This let me go around 5 days but because I was an adult with a full time job, most of my camping was just overnight like before.

@markwatson1955 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Scotty, Mark is my name, and I have been following your adventures for a while. Yet, I have never given you a call-out. Buddy, I am a mid 60s young bloke! I really appreciate you and the no frills, Aussie way of showing how you do things without any b.s. Cheers mate, and take care…

@fatmanfaffing4116 2 жыл бұрын

So good to see a young bloke getting out there and doing it for real and... doing it with respect to our heritage, both indigenous and pioneering. Those swaggies were tough as old boots but still appreciative of our literature, music and culture and let's not forget our 'First nation' people. how tough were they! At 60 I am getting back to camping out of a backpack after decades of car camping and I like the idea of minimalist, traditional swaggie kit. Great video, you got a new subscriber.

@outdoorvideoswithbrad 2 жыл бұрын

I camp out of a backpack too but I use some traditional stuff and I’m a forager

@dustinjohnston2666 2 жыл бұрын

I love your attitude when so many things didn’t go as planned. Had to fight to find a spot, mosquitoes everywhere, and storms. You still showed the great outdoors with excitement and love. Sometimes that’s how it goes in the backcountry, but you just need to be in the moment and enjoy. Keep being awesome.

@glassywaters3171 2 жыл бұрын

The sounds of rain drops on the tarp when out camping or on a tin roof at night so relaxing .But one single drop in the kitchen sink all night drives you fkn insane . god i miss camping can't wait to get back out there great video scotty 👍

@thebushcobbers4666 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely work as always Scotty!! Swag camping is engrained into our Aussie history and certainly something that we would love to try!! 🤙

@thebushcobbers4666 2 жыл бұрын

Also love how you've brought back your old brekky. OG Scotty viewers will know the mushroom and cracked egg breakfast 😍

@bul1yy 2 жыл бұрын

Solid bloke for always adding the Acknowledgment of Traditional Owners; also Black Cockatoos are a sign of rain :) For the mosquitos also - find eucalyptus / gum nut trees and get the leaves, brush/slap them against yourself and it’ll leave the scent on you or burn them in the fire, the oil from them is a natural repellent and the smoke will keep them away

@thepariah3516 2 жыл бұрын

The beauty of the Aussie bush never ceases to inspire me. It's where my heart and spirit live.

@bobmenzies4137 2 жыл бұрын

Those were the good old days ! thanks lets all go back to being a swagman when life was so simple ! I once lived the dream !

@stephenthompson2542 2 жыл бұрын

Reminded me of camping with Dad in a cyclone .Obviously the weather was kinder for you but still no floor in the old canvas ten . Thank you for the memories.

@erroleabrown4317 2 жыл бұрын

We lived in Darwin once and the Mosquitos were so epic we had bites all over our legs for weeks and then weirdly they stopped biting us. We had to go to the doctor tho to stop the infections. Man that’s a heavily treed place and the black cockertoos were owesome I love that sound they make. Thanks for the video

@AndyPearo 2 жыл бұрын

The fly/swag setup has been my standard goto for a lot of years now. Been the whole way around Australia sleeping like that. My fitness is declining now, so thinking about adding a helinox stretcher to my hiking tent. Put your fire upwind of the swag to help with mozzies.

@judyrobinson9556 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers from the USA! Loved the video. I could hear those mosquitos buzzing. Rainy camping is always interesting and challenging. I once camped during a 17 hour rainstorm with pink lightning. I was on a hill, so didn't get flooded out, but a bridge was out the next day and some trees down and flooded areas. Camping is always fun, no matter what the weather. Take care and stay safe. Hoo Roo!

@westralianoffroad 2 жыл бұрын

I’m right into our swaggy history. The poems from Henry Lawson are just awesome to listen too as well. We have such a great and fascinating swagman history. It’s great to see you embracing it, Scott.

@denisefoxcroft8920 2 жыл бұрын

This has me singing 🎶 Once upon a time a swagman camped beside a billabong 🎵...Australians have camping 🏕 in their blood and so enjoy watching their adventures. Have fun and enjoy! Cheers 🍻 Love the accent.

@jm9841 2 жыл бұрын

Ist view, sub'd. I used to go camping with just a clear plastic sheet. Stuff some grass in each corner, shape it like an octopus and loop the rope over that. Was lighter than a tent. (Dome tents weren't around then.) Best tent ever. I've spent 100's of nights under canvas. The old army tents were great but not really for hiking. Good luck with 100k.

@ramblinonandon 2 жыл бұрын

If l get stuck in the bush without mozzie spray, l always crush some gum leaves up and rub them where needed..seems to help. Best are lemon scented gum or citronella.

@scarletjoehandsome2360 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers to the jolly swagman! Very nice to show how to carry a roll like this comfortably!

@jimfatyakmcgregor8867 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic swag ideas mate, I don’t think it looks silly at all, you are really looking like a true bushie now. I’m so glad you did this. I think to keep the tradition going is a wonderful idea.

@steffanoswald7917 2 жыл бұрын

Quick tip, put some logs under your tinder to elevate your fire. You'll have an easier time of it. Instead of fighting the moisture in the soil.

@ewiysfishing9549 2 жыл бұрын

Next u should bring your swag to the shallow river that would be so cool and bring a rod

@chriscroteau4793 2 жыл бұрын

Your good humor even when obviously not much was going to plan is so refreshing! A lot of people would have been miserable and grumpy, but you kept seeing the bright side

@jacksargeson1280 2 жыл бұрын

Love your vids scotty! Thanks so much for taking us along on these journeys mate!

@lilliansmith5078 2 жыл бұрын

Brave man camping under those trees in a storm!

@1jeffcan 2 жыл бұрын

Great setup. Thanks for sharing and explaining it all.

@VeloObscura 2 жыл бұрын

The carry method with the two shoulder straps is really ingenious! Smart way of being able to more comfortably carry that gear over longer distances. I'd love to see a revision to this setup to swap the titanium frying pan for a more authentic steel billy. Billy tea by the fire? Don't mind if I do!

@paulknoer1259 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video sir. I love seeing different types of camp gear and setups that people are using.

@Vinceventuring 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos bring me a whole other level of relaxation ❤️ you always do such an awesome job.

@I3lkspartan 2 жыл бұрын

Good on you Scotty mate, keeping traditions alive. Really enjoyed the video and I hope to see more like them

@FatherFirst 2 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate your content Scotty. Thank you.

@Lukeslittletribe 2 жыл бұрын

This is great. You have inspired me to get out there for a swag camp! Your settup was really functional.

@Markk4kk 2 жыл бұрын

Can't believe you braved going out camping with all the rain we've been having! Love the swag gear you just need to grow the beard

@hanksbud2544 2 жыл бұрын

Excellant video Scottie, thank for sharing your country with us.

@BillPelican 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff, Scotty. This is the most supportive comment section I've ever seen on KZfaq, and I've been here since the beginning. Keep it up brother!

@jhann990 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate. Good work in the rain

@chrismain7562 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Scotty. Things aren't always perfect in the bush - thanks for having the confidence to show that.

@juliee9516 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful piece of Aussie paradise. Trees are stunning. Congrats on 90k.

@aceleaf 2 жыл бұрын

Nice to be unplanned. Doing something heart felt. I like it.

@pete67aus 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Scotty. Great video as usual mate. I just wanted to suggest that you avoid blowing out the Toaks alcohol burner. If you happen to blow it not quite right you might end up with burning alcohol on your face or spilling out onto dry grass etc. I have the same burner and always snuff it out with the base of my pot to suffocate the flame. 👍

@mfanwelikeit3760 2 жыл бұрын

Came here to say this!

@JaysOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video can't wait till the next one , watched every video you have filmed and love them all, keep up the excellent work mate .👍🇦🇺

@DetraDearmas 2 жыл бұрын

First time I've seen a swag. But yes we tarp camp with ground cloth set up. Much more comfortable than tent. Bet we could roll it up like that too!

@GettinReal 2 жыл бұрын

Good on ya Scotty! I have been busy with subscribing to channels again with this new device and your video popped up as a timely reminder... thank God! Keep doing what you're doing mate and as obviously a great influence for our younger generations and a good reminder of traditions that made our country great. I really enjoy reading the comments to your videos too. Great wealth of experiences. Have a good one!

@bushtherapy7655 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see your videos again Scotty

@Andyb2379 2 жыл бұрын

Love listening to the different birds singing away in the background. Nice companions to have. Keeping the old traditions alive is brilliant Scotty, the old timers made the best from very little. Man oh man that rain & Mozzies Stay safe mate.

@topendgold9284 2 жыл бұрын

Ever use occy straps for your hootchie(tarp) instead of setting up your line thing? We used to use them almost exclusively to set up our hotcakes in about 1 minute.

@brianbuzzen 2 жыл бұрын

A great set up. The images from the camera are crystal clear. Thanks !

@nicholasbestevaar6064 2 жыл бұрын

I really like your video mate. Well done and thanks.

@MrMrBiggles 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for showing the carry method.

@nzbakerman 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video as always Scotty you really inspire me to get out and do more. thanks for that

@dougaldmactaggart990 2 жыл бұрын

I liked this episode a lot. you seemed more care free and also it was nice to get a good features of the gear you used again.

@TaralgaBushAdventure 2 жыл бұрын

those ghost gums at 4:05 are fantastic. Great video Scotty, thanx!

@jof1495 2 жыл бұрын

Wow…those mozzies! Think I’d have been tempted to stick my legs in the rain-jacket sleeves & wear it upside down with the bottom around my waist! 🤣 So great to show that things not quite going to plan doesn’t necessarily have to be an issue, or stop you from doing stuff (& that it can even add to the experience!)...& helps with feeling & bit less apprehensive/ more confident about trying things that might not work out as intended. Glad to see someone else other than me likes mint jelly too! 🙂

@grinningtaverngaming395 2 жыл бұрын

You totally read my mind! Great upload!

@johnroberts7924 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff mate!

@joeocallaghan4129 2 жыл бұрын

Love ur work Scotty. Beautiful lil bit of Aus 🙏🏻

@jennyleef1775 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Scotty. Hey the "disaster" type camps are often the best and give us a great laugh when we remember them many years down the track. As for the swag camping...yep it's a great way to camp. My swag was secondhand when I bought it over 40 years ago, so it's basic as they get, just canvas and a thin mattress no poles, no mesh nothing. I still love it and it works a treat still. Keep the videos coming I love watching them.

@whateveryoulike7629 2 жыл бұрын

I have this box net setup and was hoping you would do a vid with one eventually. Great video man. I enjoyed this one as much as any of them. Legend.

@fayleya3865 Жыл бұрын

Love this! Watched it a couple of times now. I’ve only ever taken dehydrated meals, so I’m interested in seeing how you make luxury food work. You even took butter!

@thedailymindset 2 жыл бұрын

Another nice video Scott. I got a kick out the phone call in the wild and you singing at the end. Glad you're having fun.

@Richie90090 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scotty. I look forward to your posts.

@MaddawgEDC 4 ай бұрын

All my dad's family are Aussie, so I guess I'm half... I really want to learn more about the traditional Aussie swag setup and use it over here. This looked like a fun trip. I enjoyed the video! 😊

@wolfoffroad 2 жыл бұрын

Love your work mate. Cheers.

@michaelmott4224 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for all the vids mate...for people that cant get out there because or some reason or so...it makes there day and mine..

@jimfromoregonusa9899 2 жыл бұрын

Love your journeys and adventures!

@kristoffer-robinlotze7273 2 жыл бұрын

I'd never heard of swags before I visited Australia in 2016. Tried it when doing a tour of the red center. Must say I consider getting one and have it shipped here to Sweden. 😀

@denselvq 2 жыл бұрын

well done mate,love the vid

@Adam-ox6zy 2 жыл бұрын

Love your work. Neat set up!

@pillarofdavidson 2 жыл бұрын

Love ya work, Scotty!

@byroncrump4390 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent thanks Scotty

@reneenolan8163 2 жыл бұрын

I love that you left in the call from mum!

@sachac5435 2 жыл бұрын

great to see local content!!

@kurts64 2 жыл бұрын

Swag and tarp, perfect camp setup. That shot at 25.00👌 beaut Aussie bush camp. Cheers for all the vids, hope you crack the 100k mark👍👍

@mackie_p 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly I’m not sure if I’d use a bivvy like that, I really enjoy my 2 person tent for the simple reason of being able to keep things inside and dry. My tent is also extremely light and packs super small, no need for a tarp. Wouldn’t mind giving it a try though!

@willcrossley9537 2 жыл бұрын

My very first time swag camping in the dry bush at 12 years old I woke up to a 4m python a couple meters away from the swag. Owner of the property has known the snake for about a decade and it could've easily taken little 12 year old me with no drama. It was just chillin tho and we both went about our day

@alexdetrojan4534 Жыл бұрын

Smart idea about the tea towel.

@thomaskelly6649 2 жыл бұрын

Love Your Videos Scotty!!

@rhondachapman3688 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Scotty. Love that swag set up 💜💜🇦🇺

@kevinprice1522 Жыл бұрын

Top vid mate 👍🏼

@sillysighbin8279 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely interested in trying this setup! Cheers Scotty

@karnosadventures6599 2 жыл бұрын

Great video sa always Scotty

@benw5691 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@herbsmith6871 2 жыл бұрын

My friend, I look forward to your videos, you share such beautiful country! I totally dig the swagman roll set up 🤠

@subiwrx1 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work legend another great video

@gregcooke3260 2 жыл бұрын

Great video with some really nice gear. Traditional swaggies would have loved to have some of that kit.

@duncH73 2 жыл бұрын

love the vids Scotty. only discovered your channel yesterday. awesome mate.

@davef5916 2 жыл бұрын

youre keen as scotty, the rains been rank and the mossies looked out of the control, lucky you brought the net! thanks for all the good info again.

@davef5916 2 жыл бұрын

just as a side note, I really appreciate these kinds of videos where things arent going to plan, cause lets face it, that's the way it goes most of the time and its all about adapting.

@shaddonaghue 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video mate, looked like a top spot to camp out in the rain 👍👍🤠

@injuredtechman 2 жыл бұрын

Wow the mozzies… such patience for things that can’t helped Scotty. 🙏🏻 Salute.

@jwpallett 2 жыл бұрын

That was very good.

@kevinho9544 2 жыл бұрын

Very stylish Swag camping style! Awesome!

@ourbluedemon3604 2 жыл бұрын

Takes me back to the simple bush camping did with mates many years ago!

@Typingwithpaws 2 жыл бұрын

ol facebook been advertising this stuff to me for ages, good to see how it all works and what you think of it. pretty sweet! thanks for showing us!

@brendanashby6624 2 жыл бұрын

It would be good if you could show a little bit more of the edible bush tucker around I like seeing it when you show that. Helps remind me of the things I've forgotten like the pig face hips ID forgotten about those but I saw in your other video you were snacking on them which made my memory kick in to place again and remember that

@TheSillySwagman 2 жыл бұрын

Sour Ales are bloody awesome! Great video, mate. Looks like you really got that swag slung nice and evenly for this trip. Good stuff 🤙

@MacBaren89 2 жыл бұрын

great set up!! love the carry method your using

@ladyadventurer5095 2 жыл бұрын

Love ur adventures, Scotty. Love the landscape, and I can smell the cutlets! Yum!

@dylangray1108 2 жыл бұрын

Good work mate! Such a nice, simple little overnighter to recharge. Love the outro too! Haha

@hentiebeukes5319 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome stuff. Like the Mozi net I am going swaging this weekend just got to get a good Tarp like yours but will do with what I have for now. Congrats on the subscription count.

@frenchys_prospecting Жыл бұрын

I appreciate seeing a camping vid that isn’t “perfect” and I’m glad you showed the rest of us “couch campers” that camping is an all weather activity.