From Beauty to Devastation: My Loch Lomond Wild Camping Experience

Join me on a wild camping escape via canoe on Loch Lomond, Scotland. Originally planning to hammock camp on a secluded island in the north part of the Loch, I was taken aback by the sheer amount of rubbish I encountered during my journey. The overwhelming level of litter, including cans, bottles, and even baby wipes with human excrement on them, was disheartening.

Despite my disappointment, I decided to make the best of the situation and picked up as much litter as possible. But the experience was eye-opening, and it made me understand why some oppose wild camping in the first place. I began to see the destructive force it can have when people are irresponsible and disrespectful to nature and the environment.

This was a touching and humbling experience that made me contemplate how we can make a difference. It's now more important than ever that we join forces to set an overpowering movement in motion. We need a new way of thinking and acting, where we all do our part to preserve and protect the environment. By inspiring one another, we can make a difference and set an example for others to follow.

Join me on this journey as I share my experience and explore how we can work together to protect our planet. Let's take action and help heal the earth.

I’d love to hear your comments - what do you think of this?

Gear List and Links:

Sleep & Camp:
Tent – Naturehike Cloud-Up 2 20D Grey - https://amzn.to/3tzNNXk
Sleeping Pad - Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm - https://amzn.to/3xpOVhw
Fold Foam Pad - Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite SOL - https://amzn.to/3xncjw9
Sleeping Bag (Comfort 5c) - Thermarest Questar 32 - https://amzn.to/39s6yoX
Sleeping Bag (Comfort -2c) – Rab Ascent 700 - https://amzn.to/3xiMVYk
Sleeping Bag (Comfort -5c) – Mountain Equipment Helium 600
Tarp – DD Hammocks - DD SuperLight Tarp 3m x 2.9m - https://amzn.to/3ty5wyD
Paracord (620lb) - Abma Cord 550 Paracord 9 Inner Strands - https://amzn.to/3zxq4Lr
Paracord (100lb) - Abma Cord 2mm Paracord 1 Inner Strand - https://amzn.to/3QdnHDr

Tools & Fishing:
Knife - Mora Outdoor Companion 860 - https://amzn.to/3tCfDlR
Saw - Bahco Laplander Folding Saw - https://amzn.to/3aYd6fv
Fishing Rod – QudraKast Fishing Rod - https://amzn.to/3xjlXQ8
Fishing Reel - Piscifun Flame Spinning Ultra Smooth - https://amzn.to/3xocOpz

Cooking:
Water Filter – SAWYER Squeeze - https://amzn.to/3xueDl7
Stove - MSR PocketRocket 2 Stove - https://amzn.to/3QjCRac
Titanium Pot – Lixada Titanium Cup 750ml - https://amzn.to/39uKGZX
Cookware Kit – Aitsite Cookware Kit Aluminum Lightweight - https://amzn.to/3tznCAe
Wood Stove / Bushbox – Lixada Camping Wood Stove - https://amzn.to/3mLXi1O

Filming:
Drone – DJI Air 2S Fly More Combo - https://amzn.to/3MOsZSE
iPhone 13 Pro 512GB - https://amzn.to/3mHR2bl
GoPro – HERO8 Black - https://amzn.to/3txbEa4
GoPro Windscreen – Foam Windslayer Housing Case - https://amzn.to/3Oe5oMm
GoPro Clamp – https://amzn.to/3aScJmp
GoPro Dual Battery Charger - https://amzn.to/3xp57zu
Go Pro Chest Mount – https://amzn.to/3HlUh1L
Head Harness – Amazon Basics Head Strap - https://amzn.to/3zBOO5g
Tripod Main – K&F Concept 64” Compact Light Aluminium Tripod - https://amzn.to/3NQ8K8I
Tripod iPhone Adapter - Woohot 360 Degree Rotation - https://amzn.to/3MOZ7pw
iPhone Microphone - RØDE VideoMicro Compact - https://amzn.to/3zRu49R

Electronics:
Garmin InReach Mini – https://amzn.to/3aYinnj
Battery Bank - Anker PowerCore 20100 - 20000mAh - https://amzn.to/3O57L4N
Charging Cable (Lightning) – Anker 1ft - https://amzn.to/3HhVJlS
Headtorch – https://amzn.to/3zBfDGD
Thermometer – https://amzn.to/3HhVJlS

Clothing:
Muck Boots (Knee length) – Arctic Sport - https://amzn.to/3QhrkYV
Boots Hiking - Scarpa Men’s Terra GTX - https://amzn.to/3mHwjVc
Socks (Waterproof) - SEALSKINZ Cold Weather - https://amzn.to/3HlVXsb
Socks (Merino Wool) – https://amzn.to/3tW52Td