OUTDOOR SAFETY TIPS for Camping and Hiking w/ Austin from Fieldcraft Survival (important to know!!)

Safety in the outdoors - such an important topic. What was your biggest takeaway after watching? Comment below!

I always watch safety videos before each hike ❤

Looking at the young man and how he is dressed, makes me wonder why the young lady is dressed so loosely being out in the elements ?

Another good idea when camping is to have a campsite perimeter security to alert you if an animal or an intruder has entered into your campsite.

LOVED IT! He is extremely aware!

One thing to add. When thinking of your risk don’t just think of the probability. Also put the probability to 100% and if the consequence is too great to take than even if the real probability is low 1%) you need to mitigate it or eliminate it. It is always 100% to those that it happens to.

Map paper and compass is the best.

Outstanding information

Bro talking about “probability not possibility” but brings a gun on a hike. American mindset.

You guys are excellent!

What’s the best satellite phone? Thanks!

What else do I bring for camping

Folks, don't take a gun if you aren't trained! I don't want to get shot because someone who got fear mongered into believing they need shot it off.

Pepper spray and a taser ladies!

Thanks for your video. You have motivated to do camping. Could you please share link for your orange jacket?

You can deter predators from entering your camp site with a portable electric bear fence. Small kit that brings huge peace of mind.

Field Craft Survival 🤙🏼

this is the best safety video I've found for backpacking! especially with rural locations in mind, which is most helpful for my travel style. very thoughtful video, thanks!

Thanks for posting this. I am planning on camping by myself, my first time ever, and this is essential stuff to know. I am in NYC, NY, so the first thing I will do is buy a compass and an NYC map and familiarize myself with how to use a compass. I always had fun as a kid playing with maps and compasses. It is time to brush up on those skills.

Really great advice 👍🏻

1) let trusted people know when and where you are going, and when you plan to get back. Be specific. 2) bring an analog map and know how to read it. A compass also helps. 3) always bring a first aid kit. 4) check the weather and be prepared for seasonal surprises. 5). Bring emergency water, food and shelter options. 6) if in bear country, bring bear defense. 7) always carry a knife. 8) never leave home without your towel. 😂

One comment about having equipment you don’t know how to use. It’s ok if you don’t know how to use all of it yourself (although it is very good to know). Sometimes it’s good to have things that others can use on your behalf, either on your team or for search & rescue. It’s kinda like having jumper cables and not knowing how to use them, but the person who stopped to help you knows how to use them but doesn’t have a set themselves.

Such great advice, thank you! 💚

Thanks for having this guy talk about the realities of the outdoors. So many videos make going out into the wild look mild wonderful and safe. So many people go missing get hurt or worse.

I could listen to this guy all day!

Great video one thing left out is bear spay depending where you are is a great weapon against predators

For camp safety we have trip alarms. 22 cal blanks with a trip line that alerts you that something is coming your way. Add to that 2 12 ga. tactical shot guns with #4 buck.

Fascinating episode. Wildlife rarely phases me but it's the two legged animals that make me stand up and take notice. Like you said about the guy on a bike, I have been in similar situations. My friend and I were getting ready to hike a longer day to the next campsite because of a guy. A Scouts group showed up and we told a female leader that we were feeling uncomfortable and asked if we could squeeze in around their group. They were more than happy to have us. Always trust your gut!

Hey Amanda!

Thanks for sharing this information! I am a guide and occasionally go on solo trips and all of this information is right on track with all my training. I love that you've given everyone the opportunity to learn it, if participants as well as guides are this prepared...what an amazing trip!!

Thanks :)

Nat.

Wow amazing information, thank you for sharing!! Would love another video going into detail on safety measures to take when you come across wildlife along the trail (bears, mountain lions, wolves, rattlesnakes etc).

Excellent video with much needed information

Awesome information!! Thank you both for sharing your expertise!!

Good stuff ! Planning before going, that helped me a lot. Thanks you.

Great video thanks and thank you Sir for your service. ...

Actully your coment said it all leave your plan and itinarary with someone..PLus use your gear to know it...

Excellent tips! Thanks 👌

First and foremost..... DOWNLOAD THIS VIDEO !!!!!!!! Next make sure you HAVE PLENTY OF ALL SIZES OF BATTERIES FOR THE FLASHLIGHTS YOU brought WITH you !!!!!! CARRY EXTRA water in jerrycans 5 plus GALLONS and extra NON PERISHABLE food..... Amanda has many more videos on what to bring for all circumstances. Prior AF 902/now known as a 4N. Thank you two for this INVALUABLE information !!!!!!!

All the gear and no idea, great video Amanda x please thank your friend for such great advice x trust your gut, Gibbs (NCIS) would be proud x

Thank You Amanda ! Your content is really a great support as I build my strategies for new adventures. It was good for you to share your story about the creep, so sad that young women keep having such experiences. I also love how you present things !

If you are considering a response about the firearm and you are from Europe. Just STOP!!! For some reason, you all think that every single American is the same!!! Not all of the US allows this and not ALL Americans (the majority) do NOT carry, nor do they want to carry a firearm. In state & national parks, it's forbidden. It just seems to trigger all the incorrect responses. So, please, do your research and talk to Americans BEFORE commenting.

Guns - just reminds me as a European why I’m not going to the US anytime soon. Shame as there are some great places to visit. Apart from that some useful information.

Such a great and helpful video!!! Thank you both so much!

He’s cute 🤗

Love the channel but carrying a gun when camping and hiking is what’s wrong with America. That mentality is why gun crime is so high. Crazy.

This is an awesome video, lots of great content!

I solo hike and camp with my dogs. I always bring my Garmin InReach GPS emergency transponder with me and leave information with a friend on where I am and when I should be returning. Other key pieces include a really good headlamp, a mil-spec compass, and a backup battery for my cell phone and headlamp. I also keep a few water purification tablets, some toilet paper, and a lighter stashed in the smallest pocket of my backpack, my day bag, and my web gear (just in case).

Keep up the great work!

Great information! Yes, compasses help! Years ago on a family hike, our sons Fischer Price compass helped us get back to the road!! So embarrassing but a valuable lesson we all learned. We keep paper laminated maps in our truck, next time I will take it with me on a hike.
We do have the SAM splint, thanks Austin for showing how to use it properly.

I was wondering what you guys think is best to protect yourself on hikes in bear country? Carrying bear spray in a holster seems to be a no-brainer (and knowing how to use it), but do you recommend anything else? Are Bear bells a good idea?

Geez. Way to play into fears many people have that don't really exist. Making people paranoid about everything in the outdoors.

The only security is a gun? Nothing else? I think there is a lot of things besides a gun is available for security. I taken one or both of my 2 German Shepards, a can of wasp spray, a can of pepper spray and a taser are placed where I can quickly access them. I also have some of those loud horns that come in a can. I lock everything important away at night or if I’m off hiking (no temptation) and leave out only things I’m ok leaving behind if I have to take off. I have solar motion detector security lights on the outside of my rig and I have a pair of mans big boots I got at a thrift store and put them out by the steps along with setting up 2 chairs as if someone else is with me. My keys stay on me or they hang next to me when I sleep. In my planning for the trip I research where I’m going and it’s got security if I’m in a campground or reviews of any camper reviews who often note any problems. If I feel uncomfortable at any point I listen to my gut and leave. It’s kept me safe for 60 years.

Awesome video guys!

Your channel is growing and im so excited and happy for you, you absolutely deserve it😁🌏🏕