Confronted trespasser didn't expect this! Be prepared! 

I'd camouflage the real cameras and put up dummy cameras for them to see, that way if they see the fakes and destroy them, you'll catch it on the real one

Stay safe, be smart, and as much as others might not agree, stay armed.

It's a shame land owners have to go through all of that.

We just confronted trespassers this past summer at our family farm. Had months worth of pictures of them but just couldn't catch them in the act. Finally did, and I understand completely what you said about the adrenaline pumping. I had many thoughts rolling through my head about how I would handle that moment, but they all go out the window in the heat of the moment. We got the sheriff involved and they got charged. What I wish I had done differently is call the sheriff BEFORE going and confronting them. Let the trespassers get all settled in and comfy, then let the sheriff roll up and see it in person. Hindsight is 20/20.

You go josh I can’t stand disrespectful people

Fences serve two purposes. Firstly they keep inside animals from getting out. Secondly they stop outside animals from getting in.

Protect your land. Protect yourself. Protect you country. Good job Josh!

I heard a story where someone dumped trash on someone's land and the owner went through the trash and found some mail with there name and address and he busted them good. stay safe in these crazy times man.

Hate trespassers and thieves. Glad you caught them. Have a Safe Day

With how fast they ran they’re definitely doing something worse than trespassing and poaching. Looks like your property was "the spot" that’s away from prying eyes. Keep your head on a swivel and stay safe. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

Happens up here in Canada all the time . Finally passed a trespassing law that can be up to 30,000 in fines in Saskatchewan

25 years ago I lived extremely rural,someone with a 20 gauge shotgun fired from the road probably at turkey or deer in the middle of the night,( found the shells in the center of the road)..they may not have known they were shooting towards my trailer, I stuck my 10/ 22 out the back door and let off a rapid fire 30 round magazine into an embankment with a good safe backstop,didn't fire toward them,..ya know they exited the area swiftly....a few minutes later my sheriff ( who was a personal friend) called me and asked if everything was alright, apparently a neighbor down the road heard .." full automatic weapons firing" he figured it had to be me..I related what happened and he asked if I wanted an officer sent out...I said " nah I'm reasonably sure they won't be back"...and that was the end of it..ya gotta love rural life..

The fact that you showed up should help deter him, plus calling the authorities should do even more to stop them. I wish you success on nabbing those varmints, Josh.

I bought my Reolink because of you Josh and it’s one of the best investments on the ranch. I get the $10 T-Mobile data prepaid deal for each camera and it works just fine and gets awesome 1080 video. Not only that you can press the microphone button and scare the crap out of them when you see them. I like the whole text notification every time it senses movement. I needed another one because I used one as a job site camera so this deal comes at a perfect time. Thank you Josh

You should have taken your truck. It's been a few years. But a guy in the town I worked in went out on his quad to confront trash dumpers. They ran over him and killed him. They were never found. Be safe!!! And turning them in to the cops really does nothing, at least here in California. One of my coworkers has video of thieves stealing his cameras. Cops said he no longer has them so they can't do anything. Another coworker was renting a house for his son for college (I think 3 kids shared house/rent). House was robbed and thieves were caught and let go. Again nothing was done.

We had loads of trespassing. We put up fences/big castle gates, purchased from tractor supply. We put solar motor gate openers on them they work wonderful . We bought no trespassing , private property, private driveway signs on the gates. With gates , we have had no problems.

So nice to have cameras on your property. My Neighbor had some one trash their windows in their car. It just so happened our camera got it all on our computer. We made a copy they took the guy to court. He had to pay them for what he did. and when the police saw the copy they arrested him. Ta Da. That was a real blessing. Now all the neighbors know we have cameras.

Glad you finally got the people who were destroying your beautiful property, I hope they get what they deserve

Growing up in Oklahoma our cattle farm had a lot of oil field roads running to the 3 wells we had on the property. The oil company put in cattle guards so the could check on the wells without having to open gates. One night we noticed an car in the lower area of the property and drove up on them. It was a guy and gal, and once they rolled down the windows he said he there were just talking and watching the stars and that he came out there with different people all the time - thought it was just open oil field land. The next day I returned to the spot and found a bunch of discarded condoms on the ground. So he had been using that spot for some time. Never saw him again after that.

I'm an old woman who is a farmer. Been doing it for almost 40 years on my same Ozark Hill Farm. Trespassers are the one thing that still amps me up as much as it did 40 years ago. I used to keep a tall high headed American Saddlebred mare, and as soon as I heard someone in my back 40 I'd jump on her and gallop up there for a confrontation. Being on a horse.. the noises she made did not rouse people the same way my tractor motor does..plus she and I had some shortcuts through the woods where motorized things couldn't go. .I would race up there, crazy with anger, full of bad words, and not stop the horse until we were about 2' from them. By then she'd be real excited too, and blowing foam from her nostrils, prancing in place inches from their feet. It was exhilarating. Did it once when I was 2 weeks out from having one of my daughters. It would totally freak poachers out. It would freak recreational 4x4 fools out too. Now that I'm thinking about it.... I want a fresh horse. That one died when she was 37,

Dealing with trespassers on my family’s Century farm of 278 acres gets my tail feathers ruffled. The scary part is not knowing the trespasser’s intention or state of mind. A local who was confronted by the county sheriff’s deputy ( seen trespassing by a neighbor who reported him) said he has grown up close to our property and felt the property belonged to the locals more then “THEM OUT OF TOWNERS” . LOL. My husband and I don’t live on the property but stay and work on the property about 50% of the week, weather permitting. This property has been in my family since 1837, yet I’m the out of towner. 😳We’ve been robbed, had pipes in the well house broken from someone trying to turn the well on. Broke into the house during one icy winter and lit the propane heater, and used up $300 propane. Finding a Meth cooking site in our woods( smelling it first) is a big worry. I’m sorry to say I don’t feel safe walking my property alone, so I keep my conceal and carry card up to date even though it’s not required anymore, because I don’t feel safe without my 38 special. You had me hopeful to a reasonable solution when you said “ off grid” security camera and T Mobile. Going to show my husband this video in the morning as we’ve been looking for a security system we can access when we are home healing up so we can get back to the farm.

Obviously doing something more illegal than trespassing for them to book it out that fast.

Tresspassers are bad enough. Poachers are never tolerated! Glad you got the footage. Hopefully, they pass the word that unwelcome people are not allowed. Stay safe and healthy out there! Thank you for sharing a part of your day with us!

Thanks so much! We installed one at our Nevada homestead and it has been a total game changer. The first week it caught video of someone coming unannounced to our homestead before dawn. There has been so much thievery as of late and we were able to warn neighbors of the vehicle. Now we can have a neighborhood watch and share photos of potential threats. It also alerted a family member of unannounced visitors and he was able to be prepared to defend himself if necessary. Will definitely be buying another one. This makes a great gift for loved ones as well! Thanks again. Have a super holiday!

Hey Josh! It's a sad statement that you have to take such measures and precautions. I am glad that you are O.K. and got the evidence you need to get Law Enforcement to take it from here. I believe that once word gets around... these incidents will stop, but continued vigilance will be required on your part to make sure that it does. Stay safe!.

You have to let us know how this turns out!

I was a security officer for several years. I suggest you use both. Place dummy cameras or visible cameras out where they can see it. Also have a hidden cameras (I would suggest trail cams) placed on your cameras.

It would piss me off to purchase property to get away from people and then have to deal with something like that. Let us know if you see them again.

Your scenario is great example of why everyone needs some sort of security. Hope it gets figured out, real disrespectful what they’re doing.

I have “people” dumping on my land and the deputy sheriff said not to confront them just take a picture and they will handle it. Good luck.

I use the Reolink Go Pt like you, mine stopped working about a month ago and I shipped to the company for repair,. I will get it back tomorrow and put it back up. The bad thing is, I had somebody come onto my property and steal some items from out side my shop a few days ago. I will buy another one to put at the entrance to my road when I can afford it. The camera is great and I would give it a two thumbs up. I learned about it from the first video you posted using the camera. Thanks for the information and suggestion.

My neighbor has a camera. He finally told me about it. Probably tired of watching me pee in the back field.

It was nice of them to back in so you could get good video of the tag. Hope the local Sheriff can rectify that situation.

We have some people that are less than desirable that live down the road from us and set up the ring camera systems. I've felt much better having them while I work out of the area and my aging parents are home. For the multiple cameras I pay around $12 a month to have the monitoring for as many cameras as I may need.

Need a sign that says smile you are on camera

We use a REOLINK wired camera system on all the buildings on my farm. They work excellent and I have used it to catch trespassers and poachers, We also have one focused on the mailbox and used the information from that to help the Sheriff catch a mail thief

Amazing video. Thanks for share!

Cameras are a great thing to have. Just gotta remember that people are getting more brazen knowing that they can go out with a mask and not be recognized.

Obviously they don't watch your channel or they would have seen you were going to put up cameras. 😆 Glad you are safe .

Might need to put a gate up at all entrances with a Gadsden flag. Once they suspect cameras are present it might prevent future trespassers from using your property for their pleasure and as a waste disposal. Be careful and remain locked and loaded. 👉🇺🇸👈 🦅

The best security is multi layered. Meaning, you want to have a mix of security that is visible & not visible! You're correct in saying that you want people to see the camera, so that it can act as a deterrent, that used alone, isn't always effective. For example, if someone knows you have a camera, they will simply disguise themselves until they have breached that portion of your security.....

WOW Josh I see you find the one who's leaving at mess and the one who was trespassing on your land glad you are okay WOOOOOO 🇺🇲

Great info and demo. I love the "pod" concept, much easier to assemble on ground and less on the ladder. One small suggestion, drill two 1/4" holes 2-3 inches apart to accommodate a zip tie to secure extra wire bundle to pod. Just a little extra protection from wind and animals that might keep wire from working loose or being damaged.

Josh I had my doubts how easy it was to set up but I'm a believer using as a deer cam and critter identity finder thanks for the coupon saved me about 30 bucks

Heck, not only were they littering and trespassing but looks like they almost hit you in their escape!

You did the right thing. It's yours, protect it.

Now those are slick.

That’s probably all it took for them not to come back. Good video. Stay safe Josh

The way I do things is put a cam up that is obvious to be seen. The other is hidden that looks at the first. I use them in pairs because I’ve had them stolen.

A friend of ours has a sign up on his driveway of a stick figure sighted in the “cross hairs”, that says “this is you in my current view”... Love ur videos thanks for the camera info Josh!

You only live once bro 💯 it's not worth your life.. you did exactly the right thing but notifying the proper people .. always be safe and enjoy that land and freedom 🇺🇸 what kind of winter plans do you have in store can't wait to find out 💯✌🏻🌞🇺🇸😎

sweet ! i was one of the viewers who suggested the solar powered camera

I'm using Blink, but that looks much more secure to me, and affordable to boot.

When they left and almost hit you that could be considered as attempted murder with a vehicle throw the book at them if caught 25 to life.

Glad you're okay hope they catch him be safe

way to go, brother! terrible people need to be terrified of being terrible. keep up the pressure.

I not only put multiple cameras up at my place, I've put signs up "video surveillance 24/7". It has so far stopped the problems. Counting on law enforcement around here to help you out will just leave you disappointed.

Those guys could be a problem. I own a farm and usually people will just give you a BS story why they are on your land. Trying to evade capture is another level of criminal intent.

OMG, glad you're okay and that the authorities have been notified. This guy speeding off like that - he could have ran you over and not even thought twice about it. Our world is nuts, and this person was definitely up to no good..stay safe, Stoney Ridge Farmer!

Obviously stay safe.

I would really like to hear what the police have to say. Almost every time I call them they say it's a civil matter.

In Georgia 3 guys are on trial for chasing down a perp & it got out of hand, just document Josh & prosecute don't chance a confrontation

WOW JOSH!! UNBELIEVABLE!!! I really hope they don't come back!

Do you know who they are? If not, I’d say they won’t be back. Good on you for trying to speak with them and tell them it’s private property.

It’s the Dr. Pepper Chuggin, Cig Suckin, Bandit! Who picked the wrong farm to get out and enjoy nature on. 🤣 Also on a serious note. Leave them visible but then then have an invisible deer cam hidden looking at the visible camera.

Way to go. Throw the book at them

Maybe a sign saying TV surveillance would help?

If it’s a dead end I’d suggest putting in a gate to block it off, or park a large piece of machinery accross the road so they can’t get down or to block their exit once in there and u can call the cops. Glad your ok Josh,

Looks like a great system, Josh.

Congratulations on catching them!

Can't like this video enough. Is there a local game warden?

I have cameras on my place and run the plate numbers myself so that I know who the people are. I don't confront them, but I let the sheriff know my signs aren't up for fun and games and I expect them to do their due diligence in telling the people they were caught on my place and they need to stay off.

I’m with you 👍 like them see that you know you’re watching.

It would be nice if they made it in subdued colors so they wouldn't be as noticeable.

Sorry you have this issue!

Now comes the real frustrating part getting local law enforcement to act on it.

Good luck with them Josh! Protect your rights!

Time to throw a spike strip down

Good job sir.

Thanks to your 1st Reolink video, I bought a Reolink camera that I put on a lot I bought in NC that I can view from Florida. It's great. I've seen wildlife, change of the seasons and people about 3 times. My Reolink camera is awesome!

The time for niceness has gone.

I have cameras all over my house and my property, and I do not try to hide them. I want people to see them, and know that I'm watching them.

60yrs old and lived in a small city. You don't know how envious i am of your lifestyle. I know running a farm is not easy. At the end of the day it must be great to relax and view the night sky. I always enjoyed waking up around sunrise for work. I worked outdoors on street crew for a large gas utility. Emergency calls in the early AM were great. Especially blistering cold fresh air and no one out and around except crew.

The soldier in me would have put spike strips down at the entrance to your property and a sign across the road that said “cops are on the way, don’t bother running”.

Yeah doing that by yourself isn't the best idea. Really you need someone to back you up and body armor, high powered lights and a heavy vehicle to protect you. The man that used to let me hunt his property got ran over by some young people on a four wheeler trespassing on his property. The Sherriff was out there the Game Warden nobody could really do anything. The neighbor has a right of way through his property because the river cuts a small corner of their property off and they let people back there. Kind of sucks He was such a good man He would have just asked them to respect his property and not tear it up.

Ha! Good for you. I have Reolink cameras (hard wired) as well on my house connected to an NVR. Great cameras.

Thumbs up for ReoLink. I have 2 units, one watches my driveway and another watches my chicken coop. I do not use the subscription service, I just use the internal storage and the app to access video. I can watch live video and can access historical videos stored on the cards inside the cameras. I can very remotely use cellular to view the cameras also, no added fees or subscriptions. My set up needs to be within my wireless internet footprint, this works great for me. My units are black with black hardware and black solar panels. I like your idea of using the solar panels as a 'roof' for the camera units. I have been using for over a year and no problems. I can be at work and check the driveway or chicken coop. Another nice feature is the 2-way communication, I can hear and talk from each camera.

SORRY YOU HAVE TO GO THRU THIS HASSLE 🤠

You go guy. Great camera system. Only thing is I would have added another simple surprise a couple of bear boards where they were likely to park buried under a bit of leaves so they are not noticable. Makes it a bit harder to run off immediately. Have had to use such things back before there were cameras and such available to use for such security measures. Gives a slight bit more satisfaction knowing that they had to pay in a tangible way right away.

Wow this is very interesting how to handle these trespassers

Awesome,thanks for sharing

Saw this video, liked what you said, so I clicked the link and bought one of these. Put it up at the gate to my 60 acres, and in less than 24 hours I caught my mail carrier peeing in my driveway. Been wondering for years what the funny spot was!

After watching your last Reolink video I got one and I set it up to catch a hog tearing up my hayfield. Works great and finally shot the hog. I also have arlo around the barn but I like Reolink much better. Thanks for sharing your camera set up.

i wanna see that camera footage of them bolting.

I think you are spot on. Maybe if they see the camera, they will not return.

It’s a good thing that you chased them a little. Now they know that you know and that you aren’t having it. Probably won’t see them again.

thats a great camera setup Josh! Great job!!

Was hear Wooooo! Way to go! Btw, loving my Reolinks Have 8

Thanks very helpful

Don’t be afraid to spray paint those cameras, give ‘‘em a little camo