Simple tent camping turned ugly

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In this video I head out wild camping in the Lake District National Park. It was supposed to be a simple straightforward camping trip to relax and recharge my battery as well as testing out the new Nortent Vern 1 2024 tent. However things got ugly as high winds and rain joined the party as well as some ticks inside my tent.
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:25 I needed to go camping
2:28 Where I'm heading
3:11 The pitch
4:28 Setting up the Nortent Vern 1 2024
9:05 A look around camp
10:07 Sponsor of today's video
11:04 Simple tent camping
13:26 Setting up inside the tent
14:38 Cooking up some food
21:35 In for the night
23:20 Checking the tent is secure
24:01 Tick in my tent
25:45 Story time
29:23 the wind picks up
30:07 Loose guy line error
33:29 A very windy morning
33:55 Vern 1 v High winds
33:28 Packing the gear
35:51 Dropping the tent in high winds
38:04 Summary of gear
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@paulbmurphy 5 ай бұрын

Hard enough to camp in those conditions, harder still to produce a coherent, technically sound film. Especially as a one man band. Bravo.

@Tyke-2075 5 ай бұрын

Paul I damaged my knee walking the dog about 18months ago, result is I am awaiting knee surgery and until then my capacity to walk any distance is limited. Your videos are like a tonic, they take me to places I can no longer go, and your relaxed conversational manner is like spending time with an old friend. Thank you for doing what you do.

@NeilEvans-xq8ik 5 ай бұрын

I know exactly what you mean. Hang in there, buddy.

@tomfenn7149 5 ай бұрын

Unless you've been involved in a major accident or already had something serious like rheumatoid arthritis, I'd be very cautious/weary of any surgery. I did my knee out clearing up after rookie builders and my knee was in agony for way over a year. Later I developed plantar fasciitis (right foot first then the left), and that is only just clearing up. But imho, rest and gentle stretches are best, not surgery. Surgery can work, but you have a 50/50 chance of it going wrong too. I can't recommend a good old sports physiotherapist more than the scalpel! Good luck though. It's a bastard for sure, especially if like me, you're pushing 60.

@stephencurwood9469 5 ай бұрын

Likewise, I broke my Fib a few years ago and fell across Pauls channel in the early days. been watching ever since.

@Tyke-2075 5 ай бұрын

@@tomfenn7149 osteoarthritis, meniscus has worn away .

@Tyke-2075 5 ай бұрын

@@tomfenn7149You were right about the age group!!!

@UncleAwesomeRetro 5 ай бұрын

That was a brutal camp, you get worried about the tent, the weather, ticks, get no sleep. But you still think about filming and make a great video. Impressive!

@Joeb4iley 5 ай бұрын

We all have different opinions on tents, mats, sleeping bags, and stoves, but we all agree that ticks can do one. Everyone hates ticks.

@LoremIpsum1970 5 ай бұрын

I'd be worried that the US meat allgery tickbourne disease doesn't come to the UK...

@rarknivesandleatherwork8045 5 ай бұрын

I had to smile at your idea of simple camping compared to the 1970/80s when I was wild camping in the Peaks, Lakes, Alps etc. No contacting the wife by satellite link back then, and karimats were the height of comfort. Love your videos, though. I still camp, but osteoarthritis limits the places I can reach, so I enjoy joining you on trips to some of my old haunts and also many I've never been to.

@MrEvilWasp 5 ай бұрын

Jo, is in for a treat when you get back home with her having to check out all your nooks and crannies lol

@WekaDigitalMediaNZ 5 ай бұрын

Love camping in the rain but hate wind, it makes for a terribly long night 😅

@chrischarlton6542 5 ай бұрын

A friend of mine died as a result of Limes Disease in 2016. I am fastidious in maintaining and proofing my kit. I spray my kit before, during and after use with Permethrin. I seal the tent zips where they meet with a tampon so ticks cannot pass the 2 toggles. I always use a bathtub tent with micro mesh. A good tip is buy a bunch of Dalmatian Chrysanthemum (Giant Daisies) and scatter them around the tent. Ticks hate the chemical they give off.

@48pluto 5 ай бұрын

Years ago I was bitten by a tick in my belly button. I was sick from it for a year. Fortunately no Lyme disease, but I did have some strange things. Heart palpitations. Usually early morning until afternoon. Vomiting often. General feeling of not feeling well.. I am now terrified of ticks.

@LoremIpsum1970 5 ай бұрын

Old neighbours of ours moved to an 'exclusive' area near Botley Hill, their yougest daughter suffered from a lot of ailments, heart problems, etc. for over a decade. She's only recently been diagnosed with Lymes Disease as the cause, of course they get lots of deer in their garden.

@Stoitism 5 ай бұрын

Melbreak is one of my favourite walks. I like to go up the scree from the other end. I never seem to see anyone up there. The view across the central ranges on a clear day is absolutely stunning and you can swing by scale force on the descent and then finish with an easy stroll along the length of Crummock. A lovely little walk that I enjoy immensely every time I do it.

@grahamhaines9931 5 ай бұрын

Good tent!, I t’s bombproof! And I was surprised to see ticks at this time of year. Good location though. I was up there at the end of last year doing some low level walking following surgery. Thanks for sharing.

@bigsmoke5219 5 ай бұрын

Didn’t even realise ticks were about this time of year. You got unlucky there

@deekelley891 5 ай бұрын

Think they’re out because of the warm spells we’ve had here. I believe they are just dormant beneath leaves.

@Boot_Ma9net 5 ай бұрын

They're tick nymphs and some species are active all year

@nickydaly7116 5 ай бұрын

Great to see you braving the bad and the ugly winds, hardcore 🤜 you did well to last the whole night, hope you had a good sleep when you finally got home safe. Our favourite pot noodles are Curry for my partner Gyles and good ol’ beef and tomato for me 😋 I guess if you don’t weather the storm you never appreciate the glorious days, better luck next time Paul 👍

@holmesaway 5 ай бұрын

Rough conditions! Glad to see the new tent has lived up to the hype. 👌🏻👌🏻

@Markiepoo 5 ай бұрын

Hi Paul, loving the content buddy. Regarding the fella in the toilets with the fragrances. Yes, you still get them. In some clubs the ladies will be able to straighten their hair in the toilets. Ladies can also buy pumps to walk home in. I got bitten by a tick in Scotland once. I went to my local doctors to inform them and they said ticks don’t exist in the UK. 😂 Didn’t offer any antibiotics or anything, just sent me home and told me to get a grip of myself. I was a lot younger then, I actually pulled the sack of the tick off in panic. I was very worried, but 18 years later, I’m still alive. 😂

@pamelaklemp5615 5 ай бұрын

So glad your gear didn't fail you. That was definitely a wooly camp that's sure to go down in your journals. I was glad to see that you had your walking pole, they certainly are a good assistant when needed. 🌬⛺🍜💪🤳

@twiggyescapes 5 ай бұрын

You're going to remember that one for a long time Paul... Well done holding yourself together and still filming... Awesome 👍

@Black73Cat 5 ай бұрын

Bombay Bad Boy...the only one worth considering! Oh...and plenty of water for a lovely soup to drink 😁

@gainesy_walks 5 ай бұрын

Camped on more or less the same spot a couple of years ago. Lovely view down the valley there

@AngeloCaruana 5 ай бұрын

Started following recently your channel and I am amazed with your camping adventures. I am new to camping and here in Malta🇲🇹 we are very limited and I never experienced such conditions. Well done for going through all this and sharing all this with us to enjoy and learn.

@thegeordiewildcamper 5 ай бұрын

A good test p-dog. Nortent make some good kit. I like the fact we are seeing some competitors out there in the 4 season region. Cheers Steven

@jimtolan7967 5 ай бұрын

Nice one Paul. Tent performed very well. I have the PC version which i love. Built for bad conditions!!

@YTusercomment 4 ай бұрын

Sawyer's Permethrin is your friend...I always treat my hiking clothes regularly. The protection lasts through around 5 - 6 washes before the clothing needs retreating. I also treat external surfaces on my backpack. Grassy areas like you're in will be good habitat for Ticks. When you spot one like that, if you can't just flick it out...could carry a small roll of masking tape in the pocket...just take a piece of tape and dab the tick and should stick to it, then can fold it up trapping it for disposal. Also...two words...Ear Plugs...I carry a pair in my backpack, and greatly helps with tent flapping in wind or rain noise during the night.

@ALLWEATHERRIDERM 5 ай бұрын

It’s ten years I’ve been out of the country now and I see pot noddles have evolved!!! Savage camp !!

@BSmith244 5 ай бұрын

Another great video Paul, got to admire your enthusiasm to get out in all weathers. I do like the look of the Nortent, but am struggling to justify adding to the collection of 20 tents I already own 😂 I did think it looked a surprisingly narrow though at the end you had your head at unless that was just the wind bellowing the inner.

@journeymantraveller3338 5 ай бұрын

The ticks would have me on edge more than the wind. 3 pole geodesic should have no problems with that. That might be a spot where deer rested and the ticks jumped onto the bottom or back of your pack attracted to sweat scent. Check bottom of pack after putting it down in damp herbiage. Leaches will also jump on there. Check all gear when you get home - you don't want a colony in your back yard when shaking or drying gear. Always good to wear gaiters and spray them and boots with strong repellent.

@jason4555 5 ай бұрын

OMG, what weather! My heart sank when I saw the intro as I just ordered that tent yesterday along with the PC version! That area of the lakes is deadly. I hoped it was click bait to keep me watching to the end, thank goodness it was! Great video and hope the ticks didn’t bite. Thanks J

@ExpeditionHiker 5 ай бұрын

Hiya, I was up Kinder on a camp on Tuesday and found a couple of ticks, 1 decided to be a cling on - good job you had a tent built for them conditions, you would of flown into the lake below in a naturehike 🙂

@erinhenry9750 5 ай бұрын

Paul that tent is an absolute Beast 💯 I want one, and watching you take it down was very informative 👍 ty cheers ❤from Michigan

@user-rz5nu7rs8p 5 ай бұрын

Too many youtube commercials. KZfaq always sneaking extra ones in. Disgusting.

@ScotlandsGold 5 ай бұрын

Good one,at 23 min you said I wouldn't want pegs to rip out snd blow away and the advert kicks in for an airline singing Baby take my hand fly away 😂

@Glyn69 5 ай бұрын

The eyes in his head see the world spinning round , cracking camp out great views , I liked the tent

@Hengists_Wild_Camps 5 ай бұрын

A brilliant video Paul👍, especially when you were laughing at the weather.🙂 I skipped through the non talkie parts, for when I'm back at home and can watch it in full.

@stephengardner9128 5 ай бұрын

very much enjoyed the video ticks aside, a beast of a tent, it didn't budge little or no pole distortion. given the conditions its good to know the tent will stand up to whatever's chucked at it.

@peterfagley772 Ай бұрын

Great demonstration of grace under fire! I'm right there with you on ticks, have been bitten twice here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, we are having quite the infestation due to the wild Winter just passed. Looking forward to your next trip, after you finish off your month of daily postings. Take care Paul and thank you.

@THE-RIVER-RAT 5 ай бұрын

Great job matey and, you didn't bottle it and leave like you see a lot of others do.

@CragScrambler 5 ай бұрын

Not far from my home there, just outside ennerdale, I noticed the ticks are out early again, might be another bad year again for them. I will say they do like to nest in those tufts of long grass which they like to climb up on o they can latch on to things that brush past, so I try avoid them when setting up my gear, but its sods law if you get one I suppose. The tent seemed to hold.up.fairly well anyways.

@user-ru7cd9bm5p 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Paul. Waiting for my Vern 1 to arrive. Very helpful and reassuring.

@davidrayward7533 5 ай бұрын

“……And the eyes in his head, see the tent flapping round……” 😫

@boolay75 5 ай бұрын

Love your Lake District camps Messner. Keep them coming please!

@rorysmith7211 3 ай бұрын

38:09😂. your sense of humour is the best Paul

@Fellmandave1 5 ай бұрын

Nice one Paul, I reckon you had stronger winds than I had in my first night in the Vern 1. Great to see it standing up to even more, shame you did not have the kestrel. Weird though, like, whats he doing in MY tent! Could tell it was not mine though, no

@HikingForHealth1 5 ай бұрын

Well done for seeing that through! Looks like a great tent. That looked like one of those mornings where a full English breakfast is required! Great video. 😀

@michaelmccormick6755 5 ай бұрын

Really appreciate the time stamping on these films Paul, thank you!

@neilhaighton2098 5 ай бұрын

Your sense of humour game is 👌

@sorontar73 Ай бұрын

Was last up in Buttermere for the Northern Lights - stood in the middle of the junction you parked at staring up at the sky. Was an amazing night - Buttermere is probably my favourite spot in the lakes 😉👍

@TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing 5 ай бұрын

It got ugly pretty fast 😂😂 looking forward to this one as seeing how the new kid on the block stands up in the wind

@steveb1972 5 ай бұрын

The old fashioned beef and tomato is my fave!

@hambo9332 5 ай бұрын

Great video mate! Laughing at the bit about the gents toilets and the guys selling toilet paper, Armani/old spice or lollipops to you… can confirm it still happens when I occasionally go out to pubs in Edinburgh there are still some establishments with these legends in them 😂👍

@davidkay1612 5 ай бұрын

Hi paul just love your video can't do it any more can still walk a bit but knees shot can't kneel down so camping out plus 77 built like a coopers product so watch you favourite spot in the world crummock water closely followed by buttermere you seem to like most places I do keep up the good work mate I'll keep watching 🙃👍

@GoingSoloOutdoors 5 ай бұрын

Looks like the tent performed brilliantly in the wind 👍. Such a great design! Shame about the ticks. Thats never fun to see in the tent. Great video Paul!

@manodfergus 5 ай бұрын

Just like you Paul, I've found that guy tensioners slip in high winds. I now run the guylines out to their full extent so there's nothing to slip and nothing to get out of my sleeping for 👍

@Pink_Sky_By_Night_Adventures 5 ай бұрын

Wow that wind was crazy, love your content 😊❤

@arranbailey4818 5 ай бұрын

Brilliant video, thank you Paul.

@maurice5992 5 ай бұрын

You lived to tell the tale Paul, great film under very testing conditions.

@summitupmark5615 5 ай бұрын

I use the same tip for the pot noodle with the Quaker porridge pots. I transfer the contents to a zip lock bag and write on the bag with a sharpie pen for the amount of water.

@darrenray6934 5 ай бұрын

Glad the tent held out for you Paul Baltic conditions looks a decent tent tho. Favourite spot of mine opposite your view rannerdale knot going back to lucky lucky men the 90s was the time we had them lurking in toilets good to see you out again 👍🏻

@Jaqaroo 5 ай бұрын

That was great, Paul! Every hike an adventure! Expect the unexpected.

@Weare138. 5 ай бұрын

Meal wise, I recently used the Idahon instant mash, couple of spoons of Bistow in a container and some cook meat. I found it a lot more filling than some of the dehydrated meals I've used over the years and would recommend giving it a go

@RobertCook-wg1fd 5 ай бұрын

Your a trooper to go through. That The ticks our not a good thing hope your not bit keep up your videos your quite interesting camper

@chippytea5737 5 ай бұрын

I don't think I've tried the latest flavours of Pot Noodle, but for 40 years, my favourite has been the chicken and mushroom, with a buttered muffin to dip in!

@northernswedenstories1028 5 ай бұрын

Damn ticks. I hate them too. I spray my inner tent around the edges with stuff to keep them away. Also keep up woth my TBE jabs every few years. They are hardy buggers. They can surive into very cold temps unfortunately... Not sure what the solution is. Need to find/develop some kind of predictor form them... Midges and mosquitos I can stand, but creepy little suckers in my underwear no thanks.

@mrnobodieswildcampingadventure 5 ай бұрын

The tent held good, there Paul. So important when in doubt to get out in the cold and wind and double check the guy lines, even for the sake of peace of mind!

@bradleylogan94 5 ай бұрын

Mellbreak was my first ever wild camp! Always windy, would recommend the other side of the hill as it is a little more sheltered

@davehopper7928 5 ай бұрын

Jesus Paul... I was sat on the couch and began to start itching😂

@CountryEBT 5 ай бұрын

Another great video! Thank you for your content 😊

@WestieWestie 5 ай бұрын

Well thanks for that Paul. Last night I dreamt I was camping in Edale with a tent full of ticks!!!!🙂😂😁😄🙃

@Harry-Giles 5 ай бұрын

Enjoyed this one Paul. Thanks!

@barnett882 5 ай бұрын

Great video as ever Paul, thank you!

@Dave67836 5 ай бұрын

For camping I’ve always stuck to a 55 litre and never ever gone over that rule it’s lasted 46 years ;; Paul don’t forget to check for any red rings around a bite on your body just in case

@petersmith6974 5 ай бұрын

I got bit by a tick in 2014. I contracted Lyme disease and co infection bacteria.Stole my health,my money,my career (mason/bricklayer) Still infected to this day. Now work a security job because my health is kaput. Red rash or bullseye ring not always present. Lyme disease CANNOT be cured.

@howardpotts5763 5 ай бұрын

Tent looks solid as a rock 🪨 that tick was huge . I didn’t think you got ticks in the winter

@mrptpalmer 5 ай бұрын

Just a heads up that I picked up a tick on Dartmoor sometime over the last three days. Big old ramble from Oakhampton to Ivybridge so no idea where exactly. Great videos Paul - thanks for all your hard work editing them and putting up with the lovely British weather!

@SteveSingerFowkes 5 ай бұрын

I remember those times Paul! And in Mansfield too! Had some great nites out in Madfield!

@thepeakdistrictviking 5 ай бұрын

Nice film as always. Really like that tent, will join the queue for buying one I think

@chrisstaniforth5629 5 ай бұрын

Cracking stuff as always Paul!! Top stuff sir!

@StuartThow 5 ай бұрын

Great video Paul, love the new tent.. I'm currently saving up for the Vern 1 😎

@stevenmurphy5337 5 ай бұрын

Same. Praying that the price doesnt sky rocket

@petercregg7525 5 ай бұрын

Great video Paul.looked absolutely brutel up there 👏

@wildphil64 5 ай бұрын

Always a pleasure 👊👍🫶

@erinhenry9750 5 ай бұрын

Holy cow 😮 be careful Paul 😊❤from Michigan

@mikWillow 5 ай бұрын

Love the Nortent with the inner 👍🏻 Cozy 👌🏻

@Campingkayakride 5 ай бұрын

The only ticks you want to see in a tent are bad weather testing✅ Shits and giggles with yourself✅ no spray, no lay✅ Another fantastic video Paul well done.

@MrRemota 5 ай бұрын

Que paisagens deslumbrantes e que posicionamento perfeito da câmera. Excelente fotografia. Eu adoraria conhecer este lindo país.

@jonbassett8023 4 ай бұрын

Hey Paul! Havin' a Michelob Ultra Light with a shot o'100 proof Yukon Jack this evenin'. I take a small flask of the Yukon when I go on overnights in the White Mts of N. H. Gorgeous country!

@steverobertson7301 5 ай бұрын

You have my sympathy Paul. When will women learn. When a man says he'll do a job, he'll do it. He doesn't need reminding every 12 months.😂😂

@dartheo9148 5 ай бұрын

Great video - thanks for taking us along Paul.

@chrisstaniforth5629 5 ай бұрын

😂😂😂 loved the reference to the 'toilet valets' 🎉😂

@johnhenderson2247 5 ай бұрын

Great video, looked a real challenge

@awmcmanus 5 ай бұрын

Another brilliant video Paul cheers

@planestrainswildlife 5 ай бұрын

Great video Paul, curry pot noodle is the best (for me) and I also remember the "no splash, no gash" from the lad in the gents in the S41 bar back in the day 🤣😂 that tic got me itching all over just seeing the little blighter, bloody evil critters. You couldn't have picked better conditions for a first test, but as you say its solid when up. I'm even contemplating looking at one myself, trouble is I've already got about 5 tents at the last count 😂👍 ATB Andy

@GoodBlokeOutdoors 5 ай бұрын

Enjoyed that mate, great video as always.. now time to watch the string vest video 😂

@PaulMessner 5 ай бұрын

Cheers pal. It’s a bit ropey 😂

@phillean 5 ай бұрын

Another great video, thanks.

@BloxOutdoors 5 ай бұрын

Great video mate 👍 a little breezy 😂

@johnward-128 5 ай бұрын

Great video Paul watched your mate yesterday Andy,and you today ,made me look at the weather for Yorkshire coast tomorrow I’m off,ps were you sitting on a footprint?

@stephencurwood9469 5 ай бұрын

I think you've helped me decide on a new "Me and the Dog" tent. impressive.

@Phil.Oakley 5 ай бұрын

I love sweet and sour the most. When it's on offer I buy a tray 😂. Perfect camping and festival food. Reusing that bag like reusing tea bags is proper Yorkshire! Yeah the bog blokes , spraying you with knock off spray 😂. Glad the tent worked out! Definitely look forward to seeing it tested some more.

@TwoFourCharlie007 5 ай бұрын

Great video again Paul, love it, can’t say that for the cantona tune though, it was crap

@TheOutdoorExplorerUK 4 ай бұрын

Looks a great adventure Paul

@fraserconnell21 5 ай бұрын

Great stuff ! Tent looks tight 👍🏼.

@phillipwilliams5246 5 ай бұрын

Well done Paul.Take care.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@daveandemmaoutdoors3171 5 ай бұрын

Cheers Paul , seeing this gives me the confidence of going out in all conditions with minimal kit , the way you cut that pepperami up without a knife was on point 👌 😂 . Only joking , I am buzzing now to get my vern1 , I don’t think the sc1 would have cut it in those winds tbh .