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I bet that’s the first time you’ve seen someone enjoy a lil Dicki to the Polish National Anthem. (Filmed pre-surgery)

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I finally managed to get out to the beautiful Shropshire Hills with my mate Chris for a wild camp, pitching the Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo tent to see how it handles the summit conditions. We enjoyed a stunning sunset and cooked up some noodles on the MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe before the weather completely turned on us overnight. Despite the heavy winds and morning rain, the gear held up perfectly, and the sun even made a brief appearance just in time for the walk back down.

I headed out with Andy on a wild camping trip straight up from Sedbergh into the stunning Howgill Fells in the Yorkshire Dales, hauling my backpack up the steep slopes to find a sheltered summit pitch. Testing out my homemade dehydrated meal for dinner, we pitched our shelters—taking shelter in the Durston X-Mid and Hilleberg Enan—while enjoying dramatic crepuscular rays and an incredible morning cloud inversion before packing down. It turned out to be a brilliant wild camp in the Yorkshire Dales before heading off to Staveley to test new gear.

Solo hiking the Kungsleden (King's Trail), Sweden's legendary long-distance trail through Swedish Lapland and the Arctic Circle. After ten years of dreaming about this hike, I finally set off alone on a 21 day, 460km journey from Abisko to Hemavan, walking through Sápmi, home of the Sami people, and some of the last true wilderness left in Europe.

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I recently took my favourite single-hooped tunnel tent, the Hilleberg Enan, and figured out a few cheap modifications for making the tent better on the trail. By upgrading to a thicker 10mm pole and attaching lightweight metal rings with Dyneema cord, I gave the peg-out points much more flexibility, which is an essential feature for wild camping tents pitched on tricky or rocky ground. I also added a neat little ring to the door tie-back, making it super quick to secure without adding any noticeable weight to my pack.

It's been ten years since I uploaded my first wild camping video, so I wanted to sit down and reflect on how much the YouTube scene has changed. In this video, I share my honest thoughts on the niche's current oversaturation, the relentless push for new gear, and the frustrating rise of clickbait thumbnails over genuine outdoor connection. Let me know your thoughts on the state of wild camping on YouTube and drop your favorite authentic channel recommendations in the comments!

I have experienced every phase of wild camping, starting from lugging a monstrous 100-liter Bergen up a hill to meticulously counting every gram in my pack. Today, I am breaking down the seven levels of evolution that most wild campers go through, ranging from the makeshift beginner to the comfort-seeking veteran. Join me as I explore the gear and mindsets defining each stage, and find out exactly which level you are currently at on your own journey.

Trying out my New Future Hiking Tent! I also cremated some Bombay chicken on the fire and got stalked by a big (ok a domestic) cat

I recently discovered the 999 emergency SMS service, which allows you to text for help using microscopic amounts of data even when you don't have enough signal for a voice call. In this video, I walk you through the incredibly simple process of registering your phone so you are prepared before your next wild camping or hiking trip. Take a minute to set this up right now, because it could genuinely save your life or someone else's if things go wrong off-grid.

I took the new ZenBivy ultralight bed system out for a wild camp in the Peak District to see if it really feels like sleeping in a real bed. Throughout the night, I tested out the mattress, sheet, synthetic quilt, and pillow, evaluating its draft-free design and overall comfort against my go-to Nemo pad. After a rainy night under the stars, I shared my final thoughts on its price, packability, and whether it's truly worth the upgrade for backpackers.

We believe outdoor life is the same as everyday life! A few team members from the Hilleberg U.S. office recently spent a night in the nearby Cascade Mountains in our home state of Washington. Together, they enjoyed a trip filled with great views, shared meals, and remarkable stargazing during the recent Perseids meteor shower, all from the comfort of their Helags, Nallo, and Unna tents.

I headed out to the Peak District for a much-needed wet weather camping adventure with my mate Woody, who was tackling his first-ever wild camp in the area. We hiked up near Kinder Reservoir so I could test out the Hyperlite Mountain Gear Unbound 2, an ultralight DCF tent kindly loaned to me by Dan at Ultralight Outdoor Gear. After weeks of drought, the heavens absolutely opened up on us overnight, giving the new gear a proper thrashing before our hasty morning pack-down in the mist.

Not my best! It's all downhill from here..😄

Did you know we deliberately don't use compression bags with our tents when packing them into a backpack? We prefer to let the tent conform to the shape of the rest of your gear, with the poles stored separately. This makes better use of the available space in your pack and avoids unnecessarily compressing the tent.

We often get asked how small our tents can pack down. In this clip, Petra Hilleberg explains how we think about pack size, including how to make the tent bundle smaller by packing poles and the tent separately.

I took a walk in the warm summer breeze today to reflect on a trap we all fall into: overthinking our backpacking and camping gear choices. I break down my "87% rule," explaining how most reputable tents, backpacks, and stoves will do exactly what you need for the vast majority of your adventures. Even though I fully admit to being a gearaholic myself, I want to remind us all that the mountain doesn't care what tent you pitch, as long as you're out there making memories.

In this video, I take a close look at the budget-friendly CampingMoon Micro Rocket Regulator Stove XD2F and compare it directly to its more expensive doppelganger, the SOTO WindMaster. I unbox the stove, check out its features, and run a real-world water boiling test to see if it can keep up with the original. To my surprise, this affordable knockoff holds its own and proves to be a fantastic option for anyone looking for solid performance on a budget.

Our Niak is a reliable, remarkably comfortable and easy to pitch tent that is a great choice for two people looking to travel as light as possible. And while it is designed as a 2-person tent, it also makes a wonderfully spacious – and still impressively light – choice for solo travelers looking for maximum comfort and convenience during their journeys.

Today, we're checking out some brand-new equipment that you guys have been asking to see, diving deep into the latest gear for backpackers and wild campers. We pitch a variety of new tents from brands like Wechsel and Nortent, race micro-pumps to see which inflates a sleeping pad the fastest, and discuss how to build an effective, year-round sleep system. It is an absolute gear fest, and I even managed to borrow an X-Mid 1 tent to test out on my next adventure!

One piece of gear that can make life much easier is a well-packed pulk. Our Sled Pack is designed specifically to make pulk packing more efficient. It is a great choice whether you are headed out on a long ski tour or hauling supplies to a remote base camp. It even makes a good option on canoe trips during the spring and summer months!

Therm-a-Rest Stuffsack Pillow is now discontinued 😢

I'm taking a tongue-in-cheek look at some of the weird and wonderful habits we wild campers all seem to share, from obsessively matching stove brands with our gas canisters to awkwardly tripping over our own guy lines. We'll also laugh at how we pretend we aren't chasing validation on social media, the classic YouTuber habit of walking past our own cameras, and why I can't resist buying new gear or watching The Goonies in my tent. Whether you're carefully logging your base weight on a spreadsheet or just trying to survive the night without washing your tent pegs, I reckon you'll find at least one trait on this list that hits a little too close to home.

Two perfect nights camping by the river with a lil swim, cooking on the fire and trying a portable shower

I'm back with a quick demonstration of the Casio Pro Trek PRW-B1000, which has officially become my go-to watch for outdoor adventures and navigation. After getting sick of constant smartwatch notifications, I decided to go back to a more analog world and ordered this fantastic piece from overseas. In this video, I'll walk you through its top features like the compass, barometer, altimeter, and the impressive Tough Solar battery life after three months of solid use.

Packing your tent might seem straightforward, but a few simple techniques can make a big difference in the field and help your tent perform at its best for years to come.

Having a go at hiding my Land Rover Freelander in the woods for a stealthy car camp

This was gorgeous! A sunny and warm stay by the river sleeping in my car, trying bug nets on Rover and my first dip of spring

Having a go at camping with my hammock hung from my car – surprisingly successful!

Come join me for a couple of nights in the woods trying a hot tent and wood burning stove! A nice bit of weather made for a cosy and relaxing time in nature, although I'm really not sold on this stove chimney (turns out I'm doing it wrong)

Join me for a camp with a vintage British Army tent from the 1950’s! Featuring a 24hr military ration pack and being attacked by a squirrel.

Come bad bushcraft camping with me, where I make a sketchy pot-hanging tripod, somehow manage to burn soup, had my plate pooped on by a bird and got growled at by a mysterious creature.

A freezing winter small tarp camp with a beautiful starry night, so gorgeous, even if it didn't go to plan!

This was such a wild night, attempting to use my big 5x5m tarp as a shelter over the back of my Freelander. The wind and rain were relentless; the ground turned into a chocolate milkshake. I’m not sure if I’d class this one as a success or not haha!

Join me for 3 nights alone in the woods in my car, with a big ‘ol tent stuck on the back! Rain and cosiness, plenty of meat on the fire, and meaty pancakes – with some unexpected rally driving. Oh I had the best time.

In this video, we’ve set up three structurally similar tents in our wind machine – using wind speeds around 30 meters per second or 67 miles per hour – to show how tents in each of the different Labels handle high winds.

Join me for a beautifully relaxing night out in the woods, cooking (cremating) pork ribs on my firebox, enjoying a lil bit of rain and listening to some lovely owls. And a huge THANK YOU 🥲

The Hilleberg Soulo and Soulo BL are strong, all-season, completely freestanding 1-person tents built for adventurers who need dependable protection and remarkable versatility in a compact footprint. Used everywhere from a winter ascent of Denali to long wilderness treks and paddling journeys, the Soulo series provides outstanding security in any terrain.

2 Nights in my car in England and an update on current & ongoing chest issues

The Hilleberg Allak is a lightweight, all-season, freestanding tent built for adventurers who need exceptional strength, comfort, and versatility. Trusted on alpine climbs, long wilderness journeys, and remote paddling trips, the Allak offers an outstanding space-to-weight ratio and all-weather reliability.

Hilleberg Ambassadors Gunter and Sonja @AbenteuerreiterWamser recount why they enjoy using the Keron GT on their horse journeys.

Get ready for some in-tents “intense" questions! We hopped around our US office in Seattle, Washington and asked our team members whether they prefer camp cooking or freeze dried meals when they’re out in their tents. What about you? Which do you prefer, and what’s your favorite?

In this video, we’ve set up three structurally similar tents in our wind machine – using wind speeds around 30 meters per second or 67 miles per hour – to show how tents in each of the different Labels handle high winds.

In 1995, we introduced our very first solo tent, the Akto. Since then, it’s become one of our most popular models, trusted everywhere from the North and South Poles to high alpine summits, vast deserts, and dense forests around the world. Designed to handle most weather conditions year-round while remaining reasonably light for solo travel, the Akto has proven itself as a reliable shelter in nearly every environment imaginable. Now, three decades later, we’re honoring its legacy with the Akto 30-Year Anniversary Edition, a very limited release of just 250 tents worldwide.

Here are some simple tips to clean your Hilleberg tent, both in the field and at home. From keeping your zippers free of grit, to washing the tent itself, to how to hang your tent so it dries properly before storing it, we detail the small things you can do to maximize your tent’s longevity and performance.