Thank you for the information. I"m prepping for the Hadrian's Wall hike this springtime; I'm going solo (I'm technically an 'old lady' at 67 so many family members think I"ve lost my senses). Your videos are encouraging and so helpful.
@jacksprat3100
3 жыл бұрын
i hope you did the wall Debs
@theworth123
2 жыл бұрын
Old at 67,, nah lass,,,, I'm 68, (look 88) but feel 48... All due to walking the hills moors and bogs of England. Go for it Debbie...
@1354pj
2 жыл бұрын
Going solo is an exhilarating experience! Especially when the kids have flown the nest! It’s lovely to connect with nature!😊👍
@ranbirsingh7666
Жыл бұрын
Reading your comment in 2023 .. did you manage to do the Hadrians Wall hike? 😁
@jorose6093
10 ай бұрын
You’re a bloody legend, thanks 👌😘
@linedwell
5 жыл бұрын
Have you considered doing a "Basics Budget Kit List" type video for those starting or wanting to Spend More Time In The Wild? Review some cheap stuff to get people started, stuff from Go outdoors, Sports direct etc etc.
@AbbieBarnesWILD
5 жыл бұрын
Love this idea!!!
@garyking8039
4 жыл бұрын
I agree... There are some great bargains to be had from sports direct gear. I bought a decent karrimor 32lt back pack and pair of karrimor boots from there and they are very comfortable and great value for money.
@jamesfield1674
5 жыл бұрын
You need to be on telly Abbie, great videos.
@carotrike
5 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@F3udF1st
4 жыл бұрын
TV is dead.
@photographybyward
2 күн бұрын
Definitely! Such a calm, knowledgeable presentation. You would be an excellent TV presenter 😊
@charlykatbat4468
4 жыл бұрын
Small tips for buying hiking boots (and shoes in general). Buy them in the evening, idealy after you've been walking/standing around a lot, so your feet are a bit swollen already. I even once bought hiking boots when I got off a plane (my luggage was lost and I had to start hiking the next morning) and my feet looked like little stumps (super swollen) but those boots where the most comfortable things I've ever hiked in and I killed them with hundreds of km over time (plus I was quite sad when I had to let them go, since the company didn't make those anymore by the time they where dead)
@paulhopwood3949
4 жыл бұрын
I carry a loud whistle too as a back up for a fall/injury.
@paulheron1686
4 жыл бұрын
always have one strapped to my rucksack good advice
@MrFunkymonkey2009
3 жыл бұрын
Nice
@timfarness5136
5 жыл бұрын
I would just add matches or a lighter to start a fire if you needed to for an emergency only and more needed in the colder months.
@ICENI-Britannica
5 жыл бұрын
As usual, extremely informative, and delivered with your infectious enthusiasm and passion; great to see you looking healthy and happy. You seem to have the ability to connect with your audience in a way that inspires, and educates. Stay passionate and wild.
@TravellingTorunn
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a really informative and good video. I agree with all you say. I myself also add a power bank so the phone always has enough battery. I totally agree about your no to cotton. Synthetic is very good. But I will also really recommend thin layers of wool. Also in the summer if the weather is wet or misty. It insulates really well and keeps you warm. Looking forward to more of your videos 😊
@philk9227
5 жыл бұрын
Very comprehensive and informative video Abbie. Got to wholeheartedly agree about cotton. Merino and bamboo based fabrics can also provide a useful wicking alternative to pure synthetics when layering up. Keep up the great work and stay wild!
@bazza1carter
4 жыл бұрын
Cotton absorbs moisture so you will have a wet spot on your back before to long when wearing a rucksack. Take of the 'sack and you'll soon know it and it will chill you. Bamboo also absorbs moisture and takes ages to dry. Wool and synethics don't absorb moisture so inherently dry quicker - these are by far the best materials for the outdoors.
@EHughes0658
5 жыл бұрын
Great and useful video, Abbie. I'm always interested to see what other outdoor practitioners/instructors carry in their packs, as occasionally you would say to yourself 'Oh yeah, never thought about that'. The only extra things over you I take is a waterproof notepad, pencil and sharpener. Yes, you could type details into your phone, but I'm sure you know how phone screens mis-behave when they're wet, plus like you, I'm quite old school ;) In the past I've used a water-proof pad to communicate with an entirely deaf family I was guiding up Snowdon or incidents I've come across I can take down details etc. of medical history that I can pass onto rescue teams/winch crew later. . I noticed, in this video at least, you don't have an internal, main dry bag to stuff everything in. I personally never use rucksack covers as I just don't want the faff and want to be able to access my pack very quickly. Only thing I've found with a main dry bag is finding one that fits the internal size of the pack when it's stuffed, otherwise you have unused space around it (unless it's something I don't need water-proofing, in which case, those items fill the gaps). I tend to use a bladder most walks and especially when guiding, but they do take up room in the pack. . I was also glad you mentioned tissue paper. This is one of my pet peeves when out in the hills; not sure why people think it's okay to leave this on the ground. When my wife and I did the GR20 in 2016, it was all over the trail from North to South! Some of it is deliberate but I appreciate some of it isn't. I advise people to carry dog poop bags to put their litter in. . As far as choice of pack goes; I use the excellent Montane Featherlite 30 for a day sack. It can swallow a lot of kit and is pretty light in the first place, however it's not bomb-proof. In winter I'll use my larger Deuter Guide 45 if carrying crampons and axe, but it is a heavier pack. . Look forward to your next video :)
@allano937
4 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. I did my outdoor first aid course a few years ago. The guys running it were members of the Police mountain rescue team and one was an ex medic with the SBS so these guys were teaching a lot from experience unlike the course at work where the guys done a course and just passing on what he has learned from courses alone. I learned so much from them and my first aid kit got a drastic makeover once I earned my certificate. One thing I would suggest adding that is not in shop bought kits is a tick remover ( tick twister ) . In the blister kit I added needles and gauze , A face vent mask and Asprin to treat a suspected heart attack. I won't say here how to use these as you should learn from a certified outdoor instructor. I was introduced to storm shelters by these guys and promptly bought one . Mine is a 4 man one as I regularly walk in groups but a 2 man one is best for a solo walker. I've used the 4 man one with just two people and a dog to get out of a thunder storm and take a break and its even in my bag for walks to work in winter. My spare gloves, hat and socks are in a dry bag which also gets taken in my work bag ( I have a 5 mile walk to work each way ). I have an ICE app on my phone which has in case of emergency details of blood group, medication and next of kin contacts but in case I'm out cold and others that are trying to help me cant unlock my phone, that info is backed up on a card which I made on the computer and laminated. One copy is in my wallet and a second in the top lid pocket of my pack.
@phillovell-bestfootforward6619
5 жыл бұрын
Great Video as always Abbie, very informative, I have been watching all your videos and think you are great. I suffer from depression and stumbled across your videos one day whilst going through my bad patch. And can say that I have decided to take up hiking, So thank you, to me you have saved me 😀
@moustaphabaya7887
5 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed the video, as always! I have a request 😅can you do a video on basics of map and compass? I think a lot of people would benefit from it... keep smiling Abbie!
@scoundrel1975
Жыл бұрын
Inspirational as always
@Jazzivano
3 ай бұрын
Great information for this first-time hiker, thanks.
@brendaoneill3319
5 жыл бұрын
Hi you have inspired me to get out and walk to help me be well again. Managed the Equivalent to 26 miles last week. So I've treated myself to a new bag using this guide, thank you.
@chrislomas7820
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant
@nigeljones8202
3 жыл бұрын
Good Video Abbie, very enthusiastic as well as good advice. My tips to add would be a bit of para cord and duct tape. Also I recently got a DD magic carpet mini tarp as a gift, gives a sit mat, sun shade, wind block or small awning all in one🙂
@archbeast2
Жыл бұрын
Agree - a small roll of waterproof duct tape can be a life saver: a walking companion’s boot split around the toe/sole while 6 miles from comfort. He made it with his boot lashed up with my duct tape!
@yosef6216
4 жыл бұрын
I am enjoying your videos. I may have missed it but I think a basic fire kit is an essential. Lighter, cotton balls w vasoline, flint/steel.... At least a mini lighter. Keep up the good work!
@RabJ123
4 ай бұрын
What is this obsession with needing to build open fires. If you are planning a day hike have comms (phone, whistle, maybe emergency satellite communicator), shelter, insulation, spare clothing and emergency food to enable you to call for help and sit tight. There is absolutely no need to be starting open fires, which are banned in most, if not all of the UK's National Parks. They create a significant risk to the environment and natural habitats, particularly when areas are tinder dry or consist of peat bog, which many do, when the fire can smoulder unseen for some time before fully igniting, causing devastation and putting emergency service personnel and others at considerable risk. If you are planning on doing overnight or multi-day hikes have the right kit, including food and cooking facilities. Open fires are for backwoods camping in vast swathes of wilderness (not the UK), where the availability of commercial fuel supply is limited or non-existent. Most of the folk that harp on about the items to be carried in a basic fire kit probably have no idea how to build various fires to suit the circumstances and particular environment, leaving scorched earth and the remains of the fire in full view if they do successfully have their Bear Grylls moment.
@thoughtsatteatime5262
4 жыл бұрын
Great video. Toileting is a very important subject to discuss on day hikes too!
@stuartnicklin4101
3 жыл бұрын
Love your vlogs Abbie..no music covering poor film work, just you out on the trails with the sounds of nature,bringing us lovely views ,i enjoy it when you pass on your knowledge/research to us with your explanations of nature and local history. Keep it up..so enjoyable 👍
@drdavidglen
2 жыл бұрын
Hello, Thank you so much. I’m a photographer and really enjoy a good long walk. So hiking was an obvious next step for me. After watching your video I feel really excited about getting out there, and buying all my new gear. “I love compasses too” All fired up now!! Stay Safe.. 👍🏼👍🏼
@RosaGarcia-gs7se
2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant vid as always. What I always bring is headphones as I listen to podcasts. Not emergency stuff but when you have hours it is a fab tbing to do. Stay wild. Love u Abbie, you make such a huge difference to so many people. X
@brawldawg8729
4 жыл бұрын
Good video. Proper mix of simplicity and comprehensiveness. I look forward to seeing more of you.
@raisingelephant
Жыл бұрын
Splendid video! And your concern for others is commendable.
@KirstenBayes
3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff! Even when I am not planning to camp, I like to carry a light shelter system: a thin foam mat plus a breathable bivi bag and/or a poncho. Quite nice if you want a little rest to enjoy the view with a cup of tea, or just to wait while weather passes. It's not all about racking up the miles! And of course in a storm or blizzard, super valuable.
@MrVinnyh
5 жыл бұрын
One thing you did miss was Abbie was a whistle. which can aid help in hilly or woodland areas. I use a Ladies designed rucksack, as it is easier on my back (had 4, 1/2 years of work due damaging muscles around my spine) so don.t worry about (so called) gender designs, if it.s comfortable use it, uncomfortable try to avoid.
@paulheron1686
4 жыл бұрын
You are so natural . I would say you should be on TV but I don't watch TV . Keep up the good work. I used to Munro bag, watching your content I think I will resort my kit and go a couple of 2 to 3-day hikes whilst on furlough
@helenlayley
4 жыл бұрын
The only other thing l carry is a rain poncho that can be an emergency shelter, and a groundsheet. So far the groundsheet has only been used for picnics, but hey picnics are important! To be a shelter the poncho needs at least one walking pole, usually two (or pick up sticks on the walk, l guess) and pegs. This is what sways me towards walking poles, that and the fact l can stash my poles on flat and easy sections. I love the idea of a personalised walking stick but worry about having to carry it on the easy sections when l am not using it, or leave my 'stick friend' behind . . .
@minisynthcollective7822
3 жыл бұрын
Really appreciated your advice. Carried water proofs and needed them. Carried light and needed it. Thanks a lot.
@esperoutdoors9421
5 жыл бұрын
another great vid! i used to carry lots of just incase stuff... but ive changed to just carrying the essentials keeps the pack light!
@Mr71paul71
5 жыл бұрын
have you thought about including a US army poncho liner ? its a high tech blanket that weighs around 22 oz and is really warm down to 10c and folds up to almost nothing. and means you always have the option of a warm nights sleep even if caught out at night or if you fancy a unexpected night out.
@JeepsterDave
5 жыл бұрын
Good summary, good pace, learned something - thanks a lot!
@jazzman1626
4 жыл бұрын
8:56 Where is that cave with a waterfall? It looks awesome.
@gutinstinct4067
5 жыл бұрын
When you put on your `woolly hat` or your rain hood.......Where do you put your leather one? Always a good vid and I am being inspired too , already bot a small backpack & shoes and are planning small walks in my local area soon ( I'm so unfit and over 50 that a long walk would probably kill me lol ) . Keep it up Abbie . you are making people listen =-)
@lincolnsghost7328
3 жыл бұрын
Any time of year, I’ll pack a 5’ x 7’ tarp / rain coat with grommets and four 8’ paracords. In both winter or summer, it’s useful to create a little cover while taking a break, and in an emergency it can be essential.
@rembrandtshadows
3 жыл бұрын
Wow great video! Excellent presenter! All great points. Highly recommended.
@tomhancock6220
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very helpful
@DavidTipler-t4z
7 ай бұрын
Very informative , i enjoyed it very much x
@yoxluq5431
3 жыл бұрын
helpful video, i am beginner, and watched few ones, this was best ,that i watched so far.
@Nnnuuk
5 жыл бұрын
You have a natural gift for educating. I wish that I had seen this before I went trekking in Nepal wearing a pair of hired boots that left holes in my heels before I reached my first stop.
@ulysees08
Жыл бұрын
Nice one Abbie. 👊
@larrymoore1207
4 жыл бұрын
Nice video, thanks. Agree with the cotton thing - particularly if, like me, you have a tendency to sweat.
@Chooibah
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your inspiration over the years, Abbie! Great stuff.
@thomasnugent3836
3 жыл бұрын
Very informative and educational. Thank you very much
@marksmith3518
2 жыл бұрын
Another thing I always take but haven’t had to use are spare boots laces.
@delmiller4184
5 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video Abbie. Everyone should see this.
@jakep4363
5 жыл бұрын
exactly the video I was looking for. thanks!
@24913299
3 жыл бұрын
Great vid very informative. the one thing i always carry is a whistle . its a great way of signalling and drawing attention. . i also think a number of ways to light a fire should have been mentioned. keep up the great work xx1xx
@countryside_guy
4 жыл бұрын
Re phones, a power bank is useful in case your phone goes flat. You can also have a small solar panel on your backpack to charge your phone or power bank. Spare batteries for your torch too. You could have a ham radio, yes you need a licence but they have very good range.
@deeberry9530
6 ай бұрын
This sounds like US? In the UK a solar panel is very hit and miss and we are not usually very far away from civilisation.
@HikingWithAndyUK
Жыл бұрын
Hi great video where was the water fall. Looks amazing.
@jbale734
5 жыл бұрын
Many Thanks Abbie - really helpful. Glad you made this x
@thomasnugent7602
4 жыл бұрын
Very good ideas, Thank you very much
@snakebite69
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Abbie, Excellent practical video. I always carry a survival bag, whistle and usually gaiters. A decent pair of shades is a must, oh and kendal mint cake. ☺ peace Andy H
@teresatucker3446
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Very useful tips!
@HikingInLondonUK
3 жыл бұрын
Wowww nice hiking !!!
@Prashant.Khapane
4 жыл бұрын
Really like your approach and videos. Keep it up
@lacingtrails420
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome video good food for thought. Thank you for your advice.
@kierenkd
4 жыл бұрын
It would be great to see what your camera / sound gear is - how you carry it and protect it from the elements
@trecker59
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Abby. another great vid, I always carried more or less that gear but also carried plus some Kendal mint cake for emergencies but never used it after a while it would go to mush in the bottom of my sack and i would binge on it and then replace it.
@VanJoplin
4 жыл бұрын
Great info Abbie thanks
@breakawayfromme
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you
@sandy0811
4 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a video of how you handle a hiking tour when confronted with unexpected storm/thunder/lightning. It happened to me yesterday during a day hike (with no tent or other shelter) and I had to abbort the mission because I was too frightened of lightning :-(
@mikebradford2651
5 жыл бұрын
Great little video Abbie. 👍
@missk4934
3 жыл бұрын
Very informative!!
@DiscoverLifeMedia
5 жыл бұрын
Well done on this one!
@aceventura1299
3 жыл бұрын
Great advice 😎🙌
@thomasjones1936
5 жыл бұрын
Great video abbie. Very informative
@kirneyc.thibodeaux649
3 жыл бұрын
Great job . Im subbed.
@briantimson1397
5 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@urbanmess1
5 жыл бұрын
A long time ago when I did the ten tor’s we were told to pack a whistle. I’ve no idea if this is still a useful thing to pack but it’s so small and light I’ve had one in my daypack ever since.
@almontepaolilli4909
5 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@mairaa9184
5 жыл бұрын
Being outside is just great. I love being outdoor just to admire nature beauty. But there is one thing that worries me (being in late 50's )...the call of nature !! ....in the middle of nowhere !! Any advice, tips or idea on how to overcome this ambarrasing issue are most wellcome. So far, adult diapers are my resolution 😜 (Sorry for my English....😑) Thank you from S.E. Asia.
@jespere79
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, that was very helpful. Do you know of a fast wicking material that's non-synthetic? Any experience with wool? I try to stay away from synthetics because of the micro-plastics it leaks when laundering.
@katieandcrow4287
2 жыл бұрын
hi Abbie - what is your orange top you are wearing? Great view thank you very much x
@carotrike
5 жыл бұрын
I agree with everything you said Abbie, except wearing synthetics. At present there are no reasonably priced natural fabric, lightweight rain/windproof jackets, so I am with you on those. However, when it comes to t-shirts and sweaters; I wonder if you are aware that each time we wash them we are harming the environment with synthetic microfibres? These act just like plastic in our water courses. I wear cotton t-shirts and hand knitted sweaters that I knit myself. Under a breathable, windproof, waterproof coat, they are amazing! See my Instagram feed for more details! Still loving your walks, so many ideas for our future!! Thank you x
@MihaliWheeler
4 жыл бұрын
Great video :)
@Shaherazad
5 жыл бұрын
This is great Abbie. Thank you for producing such informative and amazing videos. Xx
@OmLochi
4 жыл бұрын
Loving your channel! What is the jacket you're wearing in this? The orangey/red one when you're first kneeling and throughout the video
@isabellal9626
3 жыл бұрын
I love your hat!!! Where’d you get it??
@nickbrown9757
5 жыл бұрын
Bananners ! You can take the Girl out of the West Country, but you can't take the West Country out of the Girl :-D. We loves Bananners down yer !!!
@anneli1735
4 жыл бұрын
🤔 cotton - synthetics - downs all are missing the perfect performance of natural wool clothing to regulate body temperature insulating even when wet and I do prefer a poncho to cover my body incl rucksack and serving as a shelter or ground cover as well. 🤔 8-10 hrs outdoors below 20°C I would definitely need warm nutrition - especially in any case of emergency when being forced to overnight. That’s either bringing a mug and my trangia or firestarter kit (depending on the environment I’m passing through). Missing at least a knife, some cord and tape to fix anything.
@eazyfree5347
5 жыл бұрын
good video
@ozdavemcgee2079
5 жыл бұрын
Tip for bladders. Dont rely on them. They do burst. Especially if you cross a sty and jump down. Or jump down a ledge a few foot height. Summer time, your now in a spot of bother. If you do use them, dont drink from them. Have bottles to, build in redundancy. Dont drink from the bladder, use the bladder to refill your bottles. All bladders will take a bit of backwash. Bactiria builds up, kit care, need to wash bladder, use tablets etc. Whereas, if its just used as a storage refil bag, it wint get bacteria, kit care just needs bladder to be rinsed and air dried.
@natg4131
3 жыл бұрын
What camera do you use?
@matthewboothman129
5 жыл бұрын
When will you be going to a mountain ness place? They are the best vids I would love to see you climb Ben nevis and the 2nd highest mountain in the cairngorms forgot its name
@BingWatcher
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this great introductory video on preparing for a day hike. I was wondering, I don't recall you're talking about headwear, especially the hat you wear in many of your videos. Is this hat made from fabric or leather? I was wondering if you have any knowledge on how to treat such a hat for hiking and the elements? Do you use any type of water proofing treatment on it and if so does it interfere with it's ability to wick sweat? Thank you So much for your help. I am only recently discovered your channel and I'm really enjoying it. Please keep up the great work and keep the videos coming. Your friends from the United States
@tooyoungtobeold8756
4 жыл бұрын
It looks like leather. And she's had it forever. In fact I think she was born wearing it.
@BingWatcher
4 жыл бұрын
Perhaps she did, LOL. I agree that it would appear to be leather, but I don't want to have my new leather hat damaged by rain (NOT a cosmetic issue)but at the same time I need for it to breathe .Thanks for the reply
@AbbieBarnesWILD
4 жыл бұрын
I was indeed born wearing it. LOL! I don't actually treat it. I don't wear it in the rain. Its an antique and dying and I have to treasure it and keep it safe!
@peggydid
4 жыл бұрын
@@AbbieBarnesWILD Maybe if you find one like it when you have to replace your hat, you could tell us so we can get one, too! It's adorable!
@jdunn101ify
4 жыл бұрын
Lip balm, I always forget lip balm :(
@Corndog4382
3 жыл бұрын
Personally 35-40L for a day hike is massively excessive. Anything not overnight shouldn’t need anything over 25-30L imo.
@lifeafter4066
5 жыл бұрын
You mean I can’t go up Snowdon in flip flops carrying a Costa coffee? 😂Another great informative vid thanks 👍
@pootlingalong8928
4 жыл бұрын
My boss did exactly that a couple of years ago. Yes, I know ... :0
@3scottiedogs
5 жыл бұрын
Abbie. Why did you not just say it might rain 🌧 Plain English Abbie!!!! I like your videos
@enigma1000
2 ай бұрын
Tell me about the hat…. Please….
@ospreybird
5 жыл бұрын
:-)
@dusty7264
3 жыл бұрын
I always take a pistol with me just in case
@calxtra5361
4 жыл бұрын
What is your advice on walking with bare feet in shoes?
@dusty7264
3 жыл бұрын
I always take a pistol with me just in case 👍
@zettle2345
5 жыл бұрын
Riddle me this Batman- How did people survive before the 21st century wearing cotton??? Soldiers fought wars in the winter time wearing cotton t-shirts, WW2 most recently... I can't remember ever seeing a video about people crying and freezing because of cotton, but now that we are in the 21st century, you will die if you wear cotton when you go outside... lol ahahahahhaaa no offense, but the stories about cotton being a problem are sales pitches! If I'm out in the woods or where ever, and I'm wearing 3 or 4 layers of clothing, and yet I'm still cold??? I'm not going to blame my t-shirt for the reason I'm cold... haha
@archbeast2
Жыл бұрын
Abbie is recommending fabrics that are wicking because you are going to sweat - cotton isn’t wicking. You wont die necessarily but a wicking fabric will be more comfortable.
@gabi1342ful
5 жыл бұрын
I always carry a lightweight foldable sitpad (is this the right English word?) with me on my dayhikes. Prevents my trousers from getting wet or/and dirty when sitting on the forest soil or a trunk.
@D0csavage1
5 жыл бұрын
Off topic a bit from the video. But those popular routes like the West Highland way that are known to many that you travelled. Have you considered those forgotten ancient tracks/trails that scatter Britain where no one seems to bother with anymore they must run into the thousands? For example in medieval times monks used to travel on a pilgrimage from Edinburgh to a small coastal hamlet in the west of Scotland called Portencross where they would board a boat to the Western Isles. As the population in the UK is increasing, those green lands will not last forever, they will have to make way for housing developments. It is best to document these walkways now so future generations will have some idea of what it would have been like to walk a trail that the building or road foundations will inevitably sit on. I enjoy listening to the information you give on your journeys, the types of plants, edible or not, the previous history, the characters from times past who walked the same trail etc. 👍
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