tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post7046125264254968899..comments2024-03-27T21:31:59.376+00:00Comments on Chris Townsend Outdoors: The Ethics of Wild CampingChris Townsendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04282926597863688874noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-29674128663367460022017-06-25T01:22:07.783+01:002017-06-25T01:22:07.783+01:00No doubt that most campers try to leave the camp s...No doubt that most campers try to leave the camp site unscarred, but if it is a well used camping area I think it might be better to use 1 well used fire pit then try and contain multiple ones.Skylohttp://thetentairconditioner.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-39157307980271091632016-07-06T09:46:14.608+01:002016-07-06T09:46:14.608+01:00i think we should collect all rubbish and coal rem...i think we should collect all rubbish and coal remains after camping, don't pollute natural environment. We must save them for permanent maintain. That is so useful article, thanks!David Nolenhttp://www.theknivester.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-26037256788857809462016-04-19T13:18:30.839+01:002016-04-19T13:18:30.839+01:00From Showell Styles (I think):
Take only photograp...From Showell Styles (I think):<br />Take only photographs - leave only footprints!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-5678839303322530522016-04-19T13:16:13.995+01:002016-04-19T13:16:13.995+01:00Fires are OUT full stop.
Many places are frequentl...Fires are OUT full stop.<br />Many places are frequently used and the remains of the odd fire quickly turns into an eyesore.<br /><br />Much better to do without.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-29337658090786974102016-03-31T10:28:39.109+01:002016-03-31T10:28:39.109+01:00Of course in many parts of the UK we're not ta...Of course in many parts of the UK we're not talking about a true 'wilderness' are we. I've camped and enjoyed special evenings with a fire in the same hills for over 40yrs. I dont see evidence of more / larger /worse fire sites, other than more intrusive signage from the control freaks at the National Park. Locally , most of these fires are on traditional sites, probably used by Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01375305894353682416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-18217366409086831452016-03-16T11:12:39.726+00:002016-03-16T11:12:39.726+00:00Thanks Eric. With fire pits It depends on the plac...Thanks Eric. With fire pits It depends on the place and circumstances. If it looks regularly used I'd leave it in place because scattering rocks could well just result in more fire pits and rings being created. If it looks new or rarely used you could scatter the stones - as long as they're not placed on vegetation. Charcoal and half-burnt twigs can be scattered too. Any half-burnt Chris Townsendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04282926597863688874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-78151261552457748212016-03-14T10:43:18.725+00:002016-03-14T10:43:18.725+00:00Just happened upon your site and had a good laugh....Just happened upon your site and had a good laugh. The rock rings are ABSOLUTELY one of my greatest pet peeves. Even in East Greenland on a remote island, I found a series of rock rings where tents had been erected--and it was not an aboriginal/cultural site. Also, fires should never be built on any vegetation. Fires are NOT a part of true leave no trace camping.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-3107653904122225222016-03-13T14:34:55.055+00:002016-03-13T14:34:55.055+00:00Chris- what would be a good way to clean others fi...Chris- what would be a good way to clean others fire pits? Is it as simple as scattering the stones? Thanks and cheers - love reading your blog!<br /><br />-EricAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06474237978493982958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-81050529814244385722016-03-13T12:58:54.288+00:002016-03-13T12:58:54.288+00:00I bought mine in 2012 when the light weight cuben ...I bought mine in 2012 when the light weight cuben fibre was stiched throughout. After little use the entire outer started to come apart like a laddered pair of tights.<br />The first issue with the tent was the original pole snapped and in due course was replaced by terra nova with what is a clearly stronger uprated pole.<br />However, the outer terra nova wont discuss other than to say wear and Tom Joneshttp://running-hobo.tumblr.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-20888490060556705922016-03-13T12:58:11.870+00:002016-03-13T12:58:11.870+00:00I bought mine in 2012 when the light weight cuben ...I bought mine in 2012 when the light weight cuben fibre was stiched throughout. After little use the entire outer started to come apart like a laddered pair of tights.<br />The first issue with the tent was the original pole snapped and in due course was replaced by terra nova with what is a clearly stronger uprated pole.<br />However, the outer terra nova wont discuss other than to say wear and Tom Joneshttp://running-hobo.tumblr.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-45674124943599887342016-03-12T22:06:07.179+00:002016-03-12T22:06:07.179+00:00Tom, the tent dates from late 2010. I haven't ...Tom, the tent dates from late 2010. I haven't used it much the last two years. The tent body is ok but the groundsheet has punctured or torn in several places.Chris Townsendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04282926597863688874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-46011290813211138832016-03-12T18:24:21.860+00:002016-03-12T18:24:21.860+00:00Chris how is the tent holding up and can I ask wha...Chris how is the tent holding up and can I ask what year was it purchased? Mine fell to bits!Tom Joneshttp://running-hobo.tumblr.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-63943235767940129572016-03-12T10:29:22.012+00:002016-03-12T10:29:22.012+00:00No no no no no. No fires on grass, heath, fellside...No no no no no. No fires on grass, heath, fellside or anywhere where it leaves any trace. Never mind "it shows others where to camp", that's stupid. It encourages others to light fires and the damage builds up and leads to litter and eventually bans.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-58579962723007692292016-03-11T20:17:05.895+00:002016-03-11T20:17:05.895+00:00I would disagree - by leaving the marks of a fire ...I would disagree - by leaving the marks of a fire we are detracting from the whole wilderness ethos, which in turn degrades the ecosystem. Anyone who's been camping in more popular spots where people have lit fires should realise that by leaving the marks of a fire you are in fact encouraging others to do the same - and not in exactly the same place as the original poster states. This leaves Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-84352369626138565532016-03-08T22:12:43.990+00:002016-03-08T22:12:43.990+00:00Ok, but multiple fires in one place over time can ...Ok, but multiple fires in one place over time can create a real site of damage that can spoil a remote spot's pristine nature. Why not make a digging stick, remove the sod, enjoy your fire, then replace the sod and leave (almost) no trace?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-16370329564308232662016-03-07T17:30:04.821+00:002016-03-07T17:30:04.821+00:00A little fire and scorching does no harm and cooki...A little fire and scorching does no harm and cooking over a fire on the edge of a sea loch or on top of a hill is part of the whole appeal of wild camping. While I obviously abhor leaving litter of any kind the remains of a fire in my opinion are fine and do no lasting damage of any kind. In popular wild camping sites the fire remains even act as a guide for subsequent fires so only a small patchAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-89671373097274987692016-03-06T21:39:44.865+00:002016-03-06T21:39:44.865+00:00I'd really recommend a bit of fluorescent tape...I'd really recommend a bit of fluorescent tape on your tent pegs too, makes it much quicker to find if you lose oneAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05501987706898459702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-11885279666190600742016-03-05T18:32:03.328+00:002016-03-05T18:32:03.328+00:00Individual inclinations manage the extent of your ...Individual inclinations manage the extent of your outdoors tents. It is imperative to check the stature determination before choosing, since this will figure out if you can sit, bow or remain inside your tent. In the event that you have to remain in your tent it is best to buy a tent no less than 7' high.Robert Nguyenhttps://myfamilytent.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-43309521170970066332016-03-05T17:07:14.746+00:002016-03-05T17:07:14.746+00:00Gross. The first time I ever wild camped was on wa...Gross. The first time I ever wild camped was on wallaby island on Loch Lomand. I was so shocked at the mess. We took away a fair amount of rubbish with us but without nitrile gloves and a thick bin bag I wasn't about to attempt clearing the loo roll & baby wipes left behind. Wild camping on lochs further north has been much more pleasant!Liznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-87209257604252380782016-03-05T15:47:55.212+00:002016-03-05T15:47:55.212+00:00Good point. The MCofS has a good leaflet on this. ...Good point. The MCofS has a good leaflet on this. http://www.mcofs.org.uk/assets/access/where-to-go-leaflet.asp.pdfChris Townsendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04282926597863688874noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-73410875289868706522016-03-05T10:26:20.592+00:002016-03-05T10:26:20.592+00:00Common sense indeed, Chris, but I would add someth...Common sense indeed, Chris, but I would add something about, ahem, toilet breaks. Popular camping spots in the Cairngorms are a nightmare in that respect. Lots of folks just do their thing, put the toilet tissue on top, and then move some stone on top of the lot, with the paper often sticking out from underneath. Not a pretty sight.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7063908328061898266.post-75663194853839300032016-03-05T09:12:51.852+00:002016-03-05T09:12:51.852+00:00All common sense stuff Chris and most of us are fa...All common sense stuff Chris and most of us are familiar with most of your points BUT I trust that some "offenders" will read this. We've all seen evidence of less conscientious wild camping which can, all too easily, lead to the kind of draconian measures taken recently in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. Well said.Geoff Crowtherhttp://www.farnotfast.blogspot.co.uknoreply@blogger.com