Overnight Camp Northern Michigan| Why I Camp Alone 

You’re not doing anything wrong. You’re learning. And you’re motivated & interested & you enjoy what you’re doing.

The first time I went backpacking was when I was 17, I had just gotten my drivers license and told my parents I was "camping with friends". Instead I backpacked for 4 days in the Adirondacks alone. Everyone will say its scary and dangerous to camp alone, but I think the risk is part of the beauty. There is absolutely something empowering about facing the wilderness alone and depending only on yourself should something happen. It builds confidence and a self reliance. I have of course tried camping with friends in subsequent trips but now that I'm 30 I can say that camping alone is easily my preferred way to spend time in nature. Thank you for picking up the trash left behind by others!

one tip for ya, when casting your rod, don't have your lure all the way to the tip of your rod, have it hanging 12'''-16'' below the rod tip. It will cast much farther and smoother, give it try. And yes, therma cells do work or at least help, for sure. Enjoyed the video !

Get one of those headlamps that have a red light. Doesn't attract the bugs and it's better for stargazing. Walmart has them for $15.

Hate to keep repeating the same thing but DAMN I am impressed at your courage to go out there alone. I sincerely hope you have some means of protecting yourself. No way I would I could let my wife or daughter for that matter go out there alone. Love your videos but PLEASE be careful remain watchful you are a very beautiful young woman.

Thank you, Ms. Woodsy ! The fresh air, the solitude, food cooked over a camp fire you can't beat ! You are an Elite Few ! Most Females wouldn't leave Civilization or their cell phones ! Always be Vigilant and carry ! Lone Bear !

stay strapped

Heck I am 60 and I still make mistakes. Glad you didn't get discouraged. GOD BLESS!!!!

You’re not doing a thing wrong. As long as you’re happy, and being careful about not getting hurt, lost, or hypothermic, you’re fine. I’d suggest a few basics- Always have a way to create a quick shelter (a small tarp is gold), a change of dry clothes, a reliable way to start a fire, and a map / compass to get yourself out if needed (electronics fail). The more experienced you become, the smaller and more focused your gear list will become. Enjoy!

Being a little cold, hungry, scared is good. Builds character, just keep alert and hopefully you are armed.

Your videos have inspired me to finally stop just watching people on youtube go backpacking and do it myself. I'm dragging my hubby along with me even though we have no clue what we're doing 😅 We're going for a night this weekend... wish me luck!

Your hair is heavenly, but the moment that you went and cut that tree down...wow! Awesome location, thank you for taking us along.

Leaving the site better than you found it. That's awesome stewardship of the outdoors!

Great to see you back! Really wholesome video. Attacked by a pine cone! 😂

The "blabbing part" was one of the best parts. You're a natural! I like how you did the flashbacks and spoke of the sketchy moments. For obvious reasons, it's hard to film when stressed, PO-ed, or in what could quickly become a perilous situation. But, so long as you can safely do so, it does make for good TV. I wouldn't have even thought about filming the ice if I'd just started, and I still haven't attempted winter camping for RU-vid! You're a hard worker and it shows! 👏

You are at a exploring stage right now in your back pack camping just learning to be resilient and learning as you go been vulnerable is okay personally.. I think you learned a lot a bout yourself building confidence and preping yourself for better and bigger things to explore your inner capabilities you seam very strong and independent probably lem solver which is very good when you are out with mother nature just by yourself I admire so much woodsy keep making good videos..🙏💯😘🎉

Once again THANKS for picking up after the slobs before you!! Also, cool with the background part of the video where you shared your struggles and mistakes thus far in your journey. Way to hang in there!!! So many more adventures will be in your future. STAY SAFE!!

You are making some great content! I live in northeast Michigan and recognize some of the areas you have been so its fun to watch someone in familiar territory. Spend lots of time on the Ausable river area, but my favorite camping destination is the UP. Keep being you and follow your heart. Stay safe and enjoy!!

Good for you. I did solo backpacking for about 35 years. I only went with five other people in that time. I will say that you eat a lot better than I ever did. Enjoy it while you can. At 84 I am just camping in the back of my pickup and day hiking but I still love Michigan and the outdoors.

Wow! You are really getting popular fast! 10K subscribers will not be long in coming. You come cross as being very genuine and with no "agenda" other than to show yourself on a camping trip. I'm going to keep following because of that.

Mosquito repell coils are fabulous. I put one in the coals of campfire and worked really well. Also, I grew up in Hillman, MI and west- northwest of us was amazing camping opportunities.

You're a really cool person. Never change. Glad you love it here in Michigan!

When hiking in tick territory, put your hair all the way up and spray with (at least) Backwoods Off. They will literally drop out of the trees in bad tick situations, or when you go through tall brush they will catch a ride on long hair.

I Absolutely LOVE camping alone in the National Forests of Michigan! Great video!

As a parent I would be ....heck as a viewer I'm nervous, I know how crazy people are, how unpredictable the wilderness is (bear), I pray that you have weapon and that you are really good at using it. I have to say, (I am sure that everyone recognizes it), that there is a good reason that with five or six videos you already have 11,000 subscribers, your beautiful.

You have that outdoorsy/ woodsy look along with gorgeous, you are blessed 🙏

Your a natural, don't doubt your abilities. It's great that you admit your a newbie to this and aren't over confident. Your doing great girl. Don't stop

Awesome video, I really enjoyed your channel. Great to see the great outdoors 😁❤

You are doing everything Perfectly Right ! You are Happy ~ You are Thriving & Surving ! Happy Trails Have a Blast

Much admiration for you on your adventures I camped at sleep er state park, but I like your rustic adventures

I just ran across your video. I’m currently camping on Lake Gogebic, Michigan’s U.P. I live in the tip of the thumb. I really enjoyed the video. I’ll be watching again although I am not a backpacker.

The mosquitos are so bad right now at night where I am you can hear a low buzzing sound from the surrounding woods at night.They own it all right now. We are 5 inches above on rainfall for the year.The first frost will return it to normal almost looking forward to it. Nice to see you back dear !

Great video and job with filming and editing! Some people don't understand how hard that can be while still trying to be lost in nature! Keep it up! Need to get you up to BWCA! -Your, MN neighbor :)

Again, amazing to see someone learning to be in the outdoors, congrats to you for opening up about why you camp alone! Good story time! Thermacells definitely work well!! 1 Advice for fishing though, don't fish from your campsite too long, right at the campsite is going to be the most pressured spot on the lake, take an hr and fan cast walking around the lake or up one side or whatever!! Great to see another video!!

Great video. Nice to see a video with an appropriately dressed female just sharing her love of nature. Keep learning from mistakes and growing in skills. Suggest keeping your head and neck covered to avoid ticks. I hate ticks so always wear a hat and neck scarf to keep covered. Keep hiking

The one thing with the great outdoors you learn something new every time you go.

Another awesome video, glad you got your campsite. You’re always beautiful and I pray you stay blessed. Thanks for your time

Good to see you again , blessings to you and your heart is beautiful which makes you 100x more beautiful real recognize real , but the Food looks really good to btw and safe camping

Hope to see more of other lakes you explore. That’s one of my favorite things to do is camp on a beautiful lake with a canoe and catch fish especially, in the fall and watch the stars around the campfire while hearing loons in the distance, so relaxing. I actually stumbled on your videos because I was looking at getting a canoe and your videos are really well made, your a really classy lady

Very nice video. I too like to watch and live through other people. One day I will do the same myself as I love nature and the outdoors. It’s easy to spot the fakes who go out with help. Yours is genuine. Stay safe and have fun.

My gurl! Glad you had a safe and successful camp and that you got the site you wanted.I actually loved that site you stopped at right before reaching yours. Always praying for Divine protection🙏

Thank You for posting! Wonderful scenery . At 25:28 I was chanting DO IT DO IT . Your admission of making mistakes while camping, hiking and canoeing I believe, draws your viewers in closer. I avoid watching the channels that are heavily perfected and edited. I read a few comments already posted, where you stated you aim to post a video each month. I believe I probably state this for others as well; 2-3 a month is hereby requested! Anyway, Thank you again for this posting!

Liking the videos. Camping alone, you are braver than I am and I am a guy. Had too many bad experiences by myself (people, animals, snakes). I usually camp with a buddy and always take a firearm with me. Michigan looks nice, might have to check it out one day. Subbed.

Just discovered your channel, happy to have found it when I did while your channel is so young! I live in Michigan, and have been to many of the best places this beautiful state has to offer. It's nice to see you discovering some of these places as well. I follow alot of the same type of channels you talked about, I would say that I have seen a few really good people making really good content get burned out on making the videos, trying to make a certain amount of content each week or month. Try not to fall into that trap, where it starts to feel like a job! (Making enough content for us subscribers)

I'm enjoying your adventures. Finding peace and adventure are a great things to experience in life.

Thank you, for another lovely and peaceful video. I share your fear of ticks, but when you then start talking about bears and snakes, I would be more worried about them instead of the ticks :-) Fortunately, we don't have the bears and super venomous snakes here in Sweden where I live so the only thing I'm worried about ticks when I'm out hiking/camping. Anyway, I really appreciate your great videos, especially this part where you share your personal story of how you got started in hiking and camping and why you did it. Like all your other videos, they radiate joy and enthusiasm and it is clear that you enjoy the outdoors and the peace - And that joy is contagious :-) Take care and keep posting your lovely videos.

Hola! First off, the food, ten out of ten. That looked like an entree I could order at a local Indian eatery. JEALOUS!!! Secondly, kudos to you for joining the tribe of the solo adventurers, hehe. I’m a solo hiker and backpacker myself and I’m all to familiar with how rare it is to find like minded individuals. You might as well have a second head growing out of your shoulders when you tell someone around here that you fancy solo excursions😂 Keep it up, welcome to the tribe, and from what I see, so far, so good. Be safe out there, keep exploring, and embrace all of that delicious solo time. It can be very challenging but boy is it satisfying… Take care, ciaooo! Damn that food looks FIRE 😂

Highly recommend that you try Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) in northern MN sometime in the future since you’re into canoe camping. Great videos, I’m impressed by your camp cooking skills!

Your camping trips brings back fond memories when I was in USMC being in the field. Wasn't always roses but it fun. The outdoors is still a valuable resource and your making the most of it. Awesome video as always and watch out for those pine cones. lol

Thanks for sharing your adventures

The most beautiful solo camper I've ever seen!!! Great vid!!!

Young Lady, I was wondering what happened to you. Glad you are well and safe. You have great content. Thank you for what you do.

Northern Michigan is a beautiful area…a group of us guys used to go to St Ignace every year for vacation and the big car show/cruise. I enjoyed all the little fish shacks up there! Nice video btw 👍🏼

heyyy girrrlll im so glad your back! Man i wish i could do this! Should do a subscriber hike/campout with you as a michiganders. Just a thought rather than people asking individually to camp with you but i bet youd get a bigger turnout than you think. Like a meet and greet. Lol your adorable... that pine cone had it out for you! I just love how you tell the story and narrate it for us!

I am a fellow transplant from the west coast to Michigan who has always hiked/camped alone. Great job getting out there and figuring it out, that is the only way to really do it in my mind. Being comfortable in silence is truly a great trait to have! I might have to head down to Byron lake and check it out, it sure did look lovely! Thank you for making the video and sharing the trip with us all.

There is no person like you. Amazing story. Enjoying the professional filming you do. Your video's have ASMR filming. Being alone builds instinctive behaviors. Good Journeys, Good soul. Bless you woman. God bless, God's souls. In the name of the Lord our God. Amen.

I think you're doing awesome!! We learn from our mistakes so don't worry! The views are beautiful there. Thanks for taking us along.

I know it's hot, but long sleeves can protect your skin from sun, bugs, and poison ivy! 😬

Hey there fello backpacker!!! I'm so happy you had fun. It's a great trail that's for sure.

its wonderful to see females who camp solo because the vast majority people you may encounter will be very supportive

Thermacell definitely works. I use them while creating content in the woods every day. I would recommend the one that attaches to a small propane tank as it will be cheaper in the long run rather than buying their refills.

Good job mixing up each of your outdoor adventures - from canoeing, to backpacking, and at various places around the state! I enjoy seeing the areas you're camping in & the equipment you use once you get there...

I loved the back story about yourself!

Solo camping is great, I rarely camp with others. It's a harder learning curve, but it's worth it. I'm from Southwestern Ontario Canada, Michigan doesn't look too different. Hopefully we won't have to wait a month for your next video.

Love your camping trips 😊😊😊

Not sure how your video came into my feed ,but I sure did enjoy it. You have more courage than me to solo camp,have always went with friends. I do need to explore more of Michigan, you might be my kick in the pants I need. Your adorable by the way, someone will be lucky.😉

I sure hope you carry because there's a lot of strange creepy people out there. I will be saying a prayer for you, may God bless you Woodsy.

That was a fun video. Another nice MI place to hike into is Sand Lakes Quiet Area. I bikepacked through there last month. I was working on that video now as I was watching yours. You are getting popular fast. Good job. Keep it up

Literally the most beautiful woman I have ever seen... Good lord..

Awesome video Woodsy! This inspires me to go out there and do my own first solo camping! (still building the confidence😅). Keep it up and stay safe!🥾🌲

So a supermodel goes camping. The voice, the intelligence , skills, this channel needs likes and subs. Always enjoy it. Thanks Miss👍👍

I've watched all your videos by now I think, guess I'll subscribe! At a glance I could mistake the nature for the nature around here where I live across the Atlantic. It is usually the lazy bug that bites me but after watching this I'll be hiking tomorrow and probably get bit by real bugs instead so thank you for the inspiration and I look forward to upcoming camping videos from you.

I don't think anyone would mind if you took a quick dip in the lake to cool off. ~tyfs~ 😊

I literally just found your channel today. Your story is very similar to mine. Originally from the west and I live in Michigan. I've been hiking alone for several years and I finally hiked up a mountain in Kentucky and camped by myself (last month). I was tired of waiting for someone to go with me. It definitely was an experience. I didn't sleep for the first several hours because every single noise had me wondering what was outside my tent. lol But eventually fell asleep and woke up to a beautiful sunrise and now I am wanting to go again asap. I too love hiking and being alone. Thank you so much for sharing your story. Now I will be visiting your channel and binge watching your videos.

Anyone who says they have never been uneasy while alone in the woods should probably stop camping in their backyard. Being alone in the woods is the nectar of life for me. To actually disconnect from human contact and listen to the wind in the trees is priceless. Just keep having fun and do things your way.

Just got this as a recommended video. You mentioned Joe Robinet and that was all it took for me to hit subscribe! 😂 But seriously, keep doing the thing! And hopefully Joe will get healed up and be back out doing his thing soon as well. ✌️

Ive been waiting on a new video. Thanks for sharing. Really enjoyed it. Im glad you're getting out there and not afraid to be alone. You are a beautiful young lady! Please be aware of your surroundings. Looking forward to another adventure! Be safe!

Happy to find you as I live about an hour away from your campsite! Love it! Thanks for sharing. 🌲🌳🌲

Great second video, I’m so glad to have found your channel! You’re such an inspiration for young women who would like to be self sufficient and adventurous.

Love it! Stay with it. Learn as you go. What works for others might not work for you. This kind of solitude isn't for everyone but absolutely worth it for those who love it.

Another great overnight video Woodsy, thank you for sharing! Thermacell is good but can get expensive. Permethrin is amazing for ticks and other bugs and lasts for up to several outings. I have used it for years hiking the AT, PCT and the Continental Divide Trail (which has a boat load of ticks) and it also repels most mosquitos as well. You may want to check on that if you haven't done so already. I liked that you had some good pants to wear hiking, after your tick comment near the beginning of your trek, I can see why you chose pants. The pine cone attack was funny. Your meals are friggin amazing for being in the back country. I would settle for hot dogs and trail mix if I was hiking or at best a freeze dried meal. lol You are a heck of a good camp cook from what I have seen so far. Thanks for the background on your outdoor life. Your motivations and conviction to do solo camping/hiking is admirable. Sometimes it is hard to find other people who have a compatible schedules/personalities to go out there with. You are doing great out there, don't let ANYONE tell you different. As someone who has been an outdoorsman for the better part of 40 years, it does my heart good to see more young women like you get out there and be able to solo their adventures. Keep it up and looking forward to your next adventure! Hats off to you for packing out other people's garbage by the way.

The Massassagua Rattlesnake is usually very docile and non aggressive wanting to avoid being seen. You pretty much have to step on one to get bit. Its a smaller rattlesnake and if you do get bit it rarely leads to death. I haven’t seen any in the wild and I have been out in the woods all over the state since I was 12. I have seen black bear but they high tail it out of there when they catch my scent.

I’ve been camping for years. You learn something new every time.Just keep exploring!

Great video, noticed you are spending some more time on the quality of the filming and content. Also loved that you shared some of your story. Good on you dude.

I’m glad you’re back! You need to get back to the Yoop! Will you be doing any fall/ winter camping? I’m not sure how you feel about firearms, maybe you should see about a cpl for extra safety🤷‍♂️

Beautiful! Wish we could be with you. You will get that fishing down to expertise level eventually. Keep trying.🤩🥰

To be fair, lady was attempting to hike several miles, over rough terrain and through foliage, while carrying camping gear. Given all that, the fact she made it to the site, while the sun was still out and not setting, is pretty damn tonka tough. Definite tip of the hat. Keep being aware and safe. Keep having fun. Watch out for those pine cones. ✌️

I hope your channel is inspiring other young women that they can do this! I’m a 60 year old woman trying to inspire women in my age group that they can too. So awesome to start when you’re so young. Good for you !

It's great to hear your story and watch your videos. Keep learning, keep having fun, keep safe, and keep posting videos 😊

Another very nice video! Not any uninteresting parts at all. I especially liked the 6 mins of getting to know a little about your story. We need more of that. Also, if you don't mind a little more info on the gear you use would be interesting to know, like the tent you are using now. It looked nice and very light weight. And i would love to hear some about your recipes you are perparing. Aways seems like you make tge nicest dishes. That chicken looked amazing. Any, hope I'm not reqesting to much, just things i aways enjoy hearing about on these type channels. I'm fast becoming a big fan. Keep up the nice work and enjoy your week!

Thanks for letting us join in on adventures and your experiences. Keep smiling because you're simply worth it

Hello, As a fellow outdoor enthusiast. I also enjoy the Self Reliance of going on adventures in the wild. It awesome to see people who are great at capturing the beauty in that. As a side note which you may already know, the fish and wildlife divisions should have resources to the types of fish in those bodies of water. Then you can study the patterns/baits those fish prefer to rig. That said, local knowledge is usually the best source to get a fish on your hook. Anyways, I wish you the best of luck in your adventures and hope you are able to continue to capture them as a great way to remember them in the future. -Cheers

What a brave and confident person. Thanks for bringing us along on your camping adventure. I look forward to your future treks.

You remind me of my past love of 7 years. 5'1 Puerto Rican with hair, eyes, face and complexion just like you. Sure she was shorter though 🤣. We camped, kayaked and hiked together. We ended up going our own directions, but still keep in touch. I am from Michigan and it is the most beautiful state to camp outdoors (I'm probably being biased). Please be careful and aware camping alone and carry protection. I had some weird ones attracted and followed my past love. Just be aware and stay low key. Keep doing what you want and how you do it. Bringing someone along with you that you don't know well is more risky than camping alone. Keep on doing what you do and I enjoy the realistic view of your camping adventures.

I can vouch for the Thermacell. I use them at my lake cabin in the U.P. of Michigan when I fish in the evenings and it’s a huge benefit for me at least.

Keep learning, be hungry for knowledge, experiment, and don't let the nay-sayers get you down. You are doing exactly what the rest of us have done. Stay safe and God Bless!

Great video. You remind me of my daughter. Glad I came across your channel. I used to do lots of backpacking myself but just car camp today because of heart issues. Stay safe out there.

I'm trying to go solo car camping/road tripping myself for the first time. Just waiting on a battery to run my car fridge. I eventually want to travel/camp for 4/5 days. I'll be solo, but it should be interesting, especially at first.

I did see a massasauga rattler in that area years ago, but they are very elusive and rare to see. I've camped in the HMNF for years and it saddens me to see the litter left behind.

I hope you are well ! Waiting for the next video