This didn't go to plan ... I chose the wrong 'campsite' location but made the best of it! 

I thoroughly enjoyed this vide as much as if your camp went exactly as planned. Why, you ask? Because as you say, sometimes despite our efforts- things just go a different way. So what you’re teaching folks here is that a positive attitude and the ability to adapt and “recreate” on the fly are the keys to a safe and successful camp. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve gone out to practice some “perfect setup” I’ve seen on RU-vid and then found myself baffled midway through and saying “Hmmm. Well this obstacle wasn’t covered in the video.” Camping conundrums are inevitable. And your humility and integrity in addressing them as YOU experience them sets you apart and ahead of the pack. So thank you!

Your honesty is a large reason for my subscription to your channel. I listen and learn. Thank you NatureMan for the beautiful views and words of wisdom!!!✌️🙂

Nature definitely tells you sometimes “NOT TODAY “. Beautiful area you are in Natureman

It’s a no lose situation when you have views like that Gil! You’re right, you just never know what you’re dealing with and making changes is always a possibility. Thanks Brother!

Yes, I can see & even feel your frustration. But look at how you initiated a plan "B" ! And your campsite looks cozier than my living room. This video was a good example of how one stays determined and resourceful. How true we encounter unexpected situations in nature, but like you wonderfully showed here, one "rolls with it". And success is the ultimate outcome. This was a great video covering a scenario that wasn't all peaches & cream. But you rose to the top with patience, ingenuity and integrity. So hats' off to you Natureman ! That beautiful lakeside view was stunning and worth all the effort. 🌅🦋🌲

I actually liked the spot you relocated to better, even if it was just a few feet. Not sure about the condition of the log behind you, but it makes for a great backrest. Beautiful view as always! 👍🙃

In those types of situations I like to use rocks to hold the stakes down. Hope that is helpful next time

Dude, this spot was perfect for a hammock...

bad spot but great view...i'll take it.

To be honest, it's not the wrong campsite.... First, why using those poles to support the mesh??? You have a perfect ridgline! Just add two prusik knots to the ridgeline then use a small stick to link the loop of the prusik to the loop of the mesh. And that's it. Faster, more stable, less gear. As for the bottom corner of the mesh. Either bring steel pegs (some Dollar stores sells big heavy metal ones at 4 for $3), or add a longer cord to the loops and anchor them to a rock. And that's it, you're all set! Besides that, you had a giant log you could have attacjed two of the loops to. Also, for the two big poles you've brought. You've made the classic mistake of anchoring them with one cord only and inline. Bad.... The best way is to use three cords in a V patern (>-----< and not +------+), or you can use just one. 1st OPTION: V SHAPE USING THREE CORDS This setup is using a ridgeline to link and anchor both poles. And two small cords, one at each end to set a V shape anchoring. You only need to know three knots: tensioning knot, bowline, and the clove hitch Stick the trekking poles in the ground where you want them. If the ground is too hard or you have regular poles, then just use some rocks of logs to hold them still the time you install the cordage. Go to the first pole, then make a clove hitch on the pole, leaving enough length to reach the ground and some more. Now here's the "pro trick": take that additional length and attach it to a stake using a tensionning knot. BUT NOT in a straight line with the planned ridgeline. Stake it at a 45 degree from the ridgeline. Then, use a small cord and make a bowline that you'll pass around the same pole. Then, go stake it to the ground at the opposite 45 degree angle. This way you'll have two cords, at a V angle reaching the top of the pole. Next, do the same on the opposite side. So it will look like this: >-------< 2nd OPTION: V SHAPE WITH 5 CORDS Same as the first option. But you set a ridgeline linking both poles, then use two small cords on each side for the V-anchoring. The first version is faster, more stable, and uses less cords.

I donr understand why you didnt just mive the whole set up to another spot. Where theres a will, there is a way.