I've noticed my youtube channel views have dropped massively, and after taking a long look into my youtube youtube analysts, I found where to prove started from. #englishwoodsman #wildcamping
Hey Dan, as a long term subscriber both on this account and a previous account I have watched your channel grow over the years. One of the reasons I personally believe that your channel may be in decline is because the videos are not as regular as you used to be. I know you have another channel going but you did say yourself on this channel when you launched the second channel that this one would not suffer as a result and the videos would still be as regular on this channel and your new one would not affect this channel in any way. As you have a family and a life to live, it was inevitable that having a second channel, especially one that requires overnight stays, etc, your main channel was going to take a hit. You only have so much free time that you can spend creating content. I am not saying that it's right or wrong I just this that is a major factor in the reason for the channel declining. We used to be guaranteed a video every weekend and myself personally would look forward to the weekly video and fit it into my own schedule to watch. It became a regular thing in our house to watch your weekly video each week as we knew when it would be uploaded and we all looked forward to it being released. Now it could be a few weeks before the next one and as that happens you start to get out of the habbit of looking for new videos because once you look a couple of times and there hasn't been anything new uploaded you find yourself not looking anymore without meaning to. We still thoroughly enjoy all your videos and will continue to watch them as soon as they are released. I'm just trying to help you understand the possible reasons for the views dropping. Keep up the good work though Dan, you still have not put up a single video we didn't like or enjoy. Always great videos and one of if not the best channel on RU-vid. We all always enjoy them in our house, and I know you have helped so many to "get out and be that person" as you so often say yourself. You should be proud of what you have achieved because it's you that makes the channel. People watch because they like you, they like your honesty and your down to earth nature. Many people have outdoor channels, but if you don't like the person, you won't stick around or follow the channel. Look forward to your next video. Take care bud.
Spot on my friend. The problem is he was a weekly consistent and created predictable content, and him camping. It became a weekly routine for me. Once he broke that routine I haven't watched as much it's also because the content isn't predictable anymore. I am not interested at all in his other content, especially the giveaway nonsense. I don't mind his old stove review or his cooking vids, but other than that it's a no watch for me. Another channel I watch as a routine is outdoor gear review with Luke. His channel works for the reasons this channel used to work. It's predictable and weekly. I get that he prolly has the urge to change it up not be boring but he doesn't understand that you can't just change what you sell and expect your customers to keep coming back. If the bakery decided to sell bricks instead of bread imma find a new bakery not buy bricks instead.
Yes and when your not consistently on here RU-vid tends to not show your vlogs as much as those who are on here regularly so yours are pushed further aside for other regular bloggers.
As a former long term watcher of your channel ,I unsubscribed when you started doing - Blair witch project/supernatural /paranormal /spooky/ ghost story type videos.Just no need to do them mate, for one it's putting off people from camping, especially women ,who are feeling scared enough in the first place from wild camping on their own. If your promoting Camping ,and encouraging us to do it,and to buy tents/equipment etc ,then these silly Ghost story videos are definitely having the opposite affect. Please stop doing them mate,no need, it's having a negative affect on camping as a whole..
Couldn't agree more. There's channels for the paranormal etc but if your promoting yourself as a camper/ bushman etc then make things positive. I got fed up of seeing all the scary off putting stuff. It's up to you it's your channel. With regards paying for woodland it's a great idea. I don't wild camp to save money or prove a point I do it because I enjoy it. I pay a few farmers a camping fee for use of their land/woods and everyone's happy. Have a secure permission where your comfortable and make positive videos. Honest reviews and cooking always go down well and use your experience to show others how you do things. As for things going bump in the night malarkey it just discourages people and puts them off trying wild camping. These people are your audience.
Hello Dan , I think you renting the bit of Woodland , is a Great idea , if the Landowners Agree , and it does not cost you the Earth ! . Lets hope they Agree , I know you Have been Missing it there ! .😊👍
Working it out with the landowner is always a good idea Dan. And as far as keeping it up, you always clean up after others anyway so you’ll just be doing what you always do. It’s a good thing to do Dan and I’ll keep watching no matter what you do.
Great idea, it also means you’d be a custodian of the area, keeping an eye out and looking after the wood. The landowner should be happy with that too.
I think its a brilliant idea. The owner has a responsible respectful camper who is accountable to take proper care of the area and you have more exclusive rights to camp there by an agreement only you have w him. A win-win! This gives you more privacy, safety and authority when camping there. More views, more convenience. And the owner more security on his woodland property. Well done👍
Dan you don't need to ask mate!! It's your channel, do as you wish!! I think it is a great idea, you can look after the woods and enjoy many future camps GO FOR IT!!
100% Dan , you are where you are because of the cooking and using your gear. No matter where you are. I prefer these type of videos. Just keep being you. Rent it definitely. Bring your own wood.
Speaking as a woodland owner, this seems like a good solution. Public liability insurance in particular is getting insanely expensive (if you can get it), so I can understand other owners being concerned about people going in there informally, especially if engaging in camping, fires, etc. Things are rarely free. It's just not always obvious who is doing the paying.
Gentlemen's agreement and you being the caretaker of the woodland is very nice. You have a home and work life and trekking all over the countryside is time consuming. The best of all worlds I think renting the space. We like sharing a nice camping time with you chatting and checking out gear and the cooking and fires are always a bonus.
A fantastic idea Dan. Your videos are refreshing and bring the countryside and outdoor life into peoples lives, especially those who are unable to get out. Many thanks to you.
I agree entirely with you that you feel most comfortable in the private woodland and am glad that you can come to some arrangement with the owner, you are always respectful of your surroundings and can be trusted to take care of this place, good luck x
Great idea Dan, you have always been very respectful of place you camped, and this has always a favoroite of yours.....Hope it works out well for you.... Best luck !
Hi Dan Renting the woodland is a terrific idea! You have to do what feels right for you and for your channel. Go with your gut feeling over this. Your gut feeling started the channel in the first place. You are doing an amazing job. Great idea 😃
as long as you're having fun that will make people wanna stick around and watch. i happily watch videos of people just cooking and chatting away. try not to let the views stunt your mood, Dan.
Hello Dan, I have been a long-time subscriber, and I started watching you during your long hikes in the mountains, when you were trying out different bivy bags. I hope your dreams come true! Best wishes!
Yeah great idea DAN and it's not going to be a headache about were to Go,all the time, straight into camping and food, which we love, good luck with that happening mate, ALAN. 💯👍
Just the other day I realized your channel hadnt come across my feed, so that may also be why you've seen a drop off. I went through my subscription channels to find you again. LOVE the idea of your own woodland and the idea of buscrafting. Dont worry about the critics, you try different things, some will work some wont. A regular post date is nice, if you could, then we know when to look for your videos! Really enjoy your channel!
What a great idea ,you seem to have a good relationship with the landowners . If your channel can fund it and increase your figures then go for it your honest and open approach has to be commend ed ,wishing you all the best👍
I remember sending you a message on Facebook advising you to either purchase or rent some woodland to keep your videos coming. For me it is a win win because I will be able to see more of what I like on your channel. For you it is a no brainer and good business! So go for it Dan!
I own a small woodland which I film in and whilst it’s a bit more “controlled “ environment it still shows the methods and techniques used in either a survival situation or just showing kit, but without the hassle of using other properties owned by other people! I still like to do little videos when I’m out and about and try to stick to day projects without overnighting that way less likely to upset anyone. I highly recommend buying some land of your own if you can, it’s also so rewarding when not filming having somewhere to chill out in for yourself! It’s also a great investment for your financial future as prices will only go up as less land becomes available. If you have the financial means id honestly recommend it whole heartedly! You will not be disappointed. As for the channel content…. Just do what you enjoy! If you like it then others will too. Don’t try to hard to please others do it for yourself. That’s just my personal opinion mate. Take care and best wishes 👍🏻👍🏻😎
Hi Dan. I think renting it is a brilliant idea. You always look after the area where you camp. Love watching your woodland camping/ cooking/. I reckon some of your subscribers would pay to come overnighting with you. Love watching you keep it up.
I hope you are able to resolve your need for a woodland. Being a Canuck I am a little stunned as to how difficult finding a place to do woodcraft and camp is over there. Best of luck.
Sounds like you are turning your hobby into a business, good on you, there will be loads of people who will join you, help keep it clean and tidy and learn new skills. Good on you mate.
Hi Dan, we all want to have permission woodland, we have to respect both the landowners and the woodland. If we want to be in nature, we have to respect everything. If we leave the dead fall wood and bring our own firewood, then we are helping nature to thrive by leaving everything as it is. I wish I had somewhere close by with permission, if that involves cleaning and caring for the land, then I'm all for it and id pay for the privilege. Go for it mate 👍
Good idea Dan. If you manage the woods properly you can have an endless supply of firewood. Plus if you build a dead Headge all the way around and put up signs saying it’s now a conservation area private keep out. You could also put signs up saying smile your on camera it might put off the people who trash the place. If I lived closer I would help. Good luck. 🤣😂🍺🍺
I just enjoy watching people being relaxed and doing what they love. Good conversation with mix of woodlands. Don’t care if people are hiking really more to outdoors besides hiking. Show of gear and how holding up what like or don’t like more what I look for
I've been absent for a while as my cataracts were preventing me from watching, I've now had them done and they are gradually improving so I will be watching again.
Good idea Dan ,miss the woodland camps you did with scott and dan etc back in the Day,( and waiting for the steak sizzle!!) We ,wanna see more of your channel mate cos you keep it real ....good luck Pal ...
Best of Luck with your being able to rent the land. It sounds like the perfect solution for you and your friends to continue what you do. I enjoy the cooking part of your videos.
Hey Dan, the group idea isn't a good idea but renting the land to make your video's is a great idea. It will give you time to find yourself again. We love your video's of setting up camp and prepair a nice meal and your challanges are great to. Keep it real for yourself and your viewers. Good luck on your channel and keep it up fellow camper 😊
Go for it, Dan. Would love to see you doing a video camping up here in Scotland. By and large, as long as you're not abusing the land, you dont need permission. Watch the midgies though. 😮
Hi Dan, definitely go for it ,im sure once you got the woods your come up with lots of good ideas, ta outdoors bought his own woods and is loving it ,definitely go for it mate
Dan just found your videos and I think it’s a great thing to rent It helps your Viewers mostly but I think you do worry a lot about what other people think you are your own man Dan and you do a great job long may you continue
I have a suggestion. Most people probably watch at Bedtime. I think people enjoy the Night footage by far the most ! Film more cool cozy or scary Night stuff ! Thanks !!!
Me personally I prefer watching camping in the woods .There's too many hill camping videos and they really are pretty much the same, I enjoy watching your videos interesting woods and to be honest you started me off doing it ,even buying the oex equipment ,I'd say rent if you can and you can shape the videos how you want ,I for 1 will be watching how it goes ,keep up the woodland videos .Great stuff
Dan, good honest chat ,I agree with you 100%,go for it with private woodland if landowner happy with that which im sure he will if he watches your vids and knows you a good bloke in good standing with the outdoors ,Good Luck.
Not sure about paying money if they're expecting you to manage the woodland as well. I'd be proper mad if I was paying to be there and still had to deal with dumped tents etc. End of the day it's your choice to make, and I understand the attraction of having a regular spot to use, but I'd be wary of agreeing to too much upkeep work I mean you don't pay to go to work do you!
That sounds like a great idea, it's close and you feel safe. Perhaps trail cams could be put up by the owner to catch the illegal campers who are causing the problems could be caught then and made to pay for damage.
Great idea Dan ... do what suits you , if woodland camping is what you prefer and it's agreed to do it then yep .... be nice to see group camping too like you said
Yes man, I can only encourage that thought. This way you have the forest to yourself and it is also better for your peace of mind that you know that there will be no problems later. A call to the owner the day before and you are safe and you can make a nice recording. I would say don't hesitate.
Hi Dan I think it’s a great idea. I would love to see you do more bushcraft. Cooking and making some survival shelters. I think you’ll enjoy it yourself too. Keep up the good work Dan 👌🏻
Hi Dan from the USA.I think you leasing a camp spot is a wonderful idea. It will be a safe place and you won't have to worry about any buggers slopping into your camp. God Bless
Hi Dan fantastic idea mate iam sure it will be brilliant. At the least the owner will know your there to look after the woods and not destroy it . Keep up the good work mate enjoy your camping vids
Definitely the way to go Dan… I’m so, so lucky…. I have 3 local woodlands and the owners give me complete access…. It makes things much easier mate…. Go for it….👍👍👍
Good for you Dan. If it means we get to see more of your videos then great. Go for it. But it is a sad indictment of the system that a bushcrafter like you has to end up renting woodland to pursue your hobby. All the best.
Great idea Dan for yourself and a select few, only issue I can see is how do you keep everyone else out, the ones who won’t appreciate it as you would.
