Winter Woodland Wild Camp by Canoe. River Little Ouse. Hammock Camping in the Amok Draumr UL.

In this video, I am out in the canoe after a long time on dry land - a very windy paddle and woodland overnight camp on the Little Ouse in the Norfolk Fens with my good mate Ginge. Loaded up with all we need for the weekend, we begin our adventure - two blokes, two dogs and two canoes.

We head off upstream with the gusty wind pushing us along, making fast progress as we pass narrowboats, all manor of houseboats and several boat wrecks, stopping for lunch in the lee of a bridge for shelter and then arriving at our camp spot for the night - a small woodland beside the river.

After setting upper hammocks, we collect firewood and get dinner going - a delicious curry cooked by Cornwall’s finest. A couple of good beers and a cheeky glass of wine with the owners of the woodland, Ginge’s friends Gino and Charlotte and it was time for bed.

The morning brought a stunning sunrise and a cloudless sky - what a change from yesterday! Feeling very rested after an amazingly comfortable nights sleep in my new flat-lay hammock from Amok Equipment, we ate a hearty breakfast and hit the water again. Birds galore, still water, reflecting perfectly the landscape around and just the sounds of geese, swans and the dip our paddles, we head towards the end of this wonderful, relaxing mini adventure.

Thank you Ginge, and thank you Gino and Charlotte!

I hope you enjoy the video, thanks for watching!

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[freedomdove]

I miss seeing Maggie on the trip but I totally understand why she couldn't be there. Bless her sweet soul. 🙏🐕

[thekingfish]

Simon! Many thanks for stirring up old memories from 1971-75. My wife and I lived in Brandon Hall thru which the Little Ouse ran nearby. We used to go to the river and swing on a rope from a very large tree and fall into the water. Brandon was our first married home and our first child was born at RAF Lakenheath. So many good times and memories from Brandon, Suffolk and all of the UK. We began our camping adventures in England and continue to this day (although we are in a caravan more often than not). Thanks again for the memories!!! Dan A. aka The

[RickTOutdoorAdventure]

Thanks for the shout out for the charity Simon, really appreciated 👍.Thankyou 🙂👍.
Really great little trip out with Ginge and the dogs too, I love seeing the old boats and history of the waterways. Those waffles and bacon looked bloomin amazing too, washed down with a big mug of coffee in the great outdoors. Priceless 🙂👍.
Cheers again Simon atb Rick

[Astrobutch]

I'd love a "World according to Simon and Ginge" Camp fire rambles style video..reckon I could learn a thing or two! Great video, good to see you both back together!

[matineira]

I just broke up a 6 year reationship and i don't know why but yout video give me peace. Cheers from Argentina, sorry for the broken English

[bmbicwj]

Love these a couple of blokes having fun in in the wood videos...laughing and smiling right along. Good times.

[claramullen]

Hi Simon lovely paddle but a bit brisk wind for the first bit. That was a brilliant idea for the waffles. I am so excited hearing that you and Andy will be going on another outing I love the collaboration with you two. Take care.

[heathernisbet]

Fantastic video Simon ! I've missed your canoe adventures. Your river footage is absolutely gorgeous by the way, so serene. And it's so nice to see you teaming up with Ginge again...its been too long ! 😁

[АлексейЗахаров-цис]

Да здравствует Симон! Хорошое видео, уже 2 dog!! И ветер, мы не ищем лёгких путей! Гуси и лебеди, канал и какая красота! Доширак как-то непривично, но вечером ужин 🍽 будет царский. Да, залезть в каноэ при таком ветре не просто, хорошо 👍👌отдохнуть!

[laurensplompen]

The contrast in weather between the first and second day was huge, and the fact that Ginge predicted the mirror water surface was ridiculously cool!

[davidstenton]

*Simon* EXCELLENT experience bro.! Really like Ginger too, you guys obviously get along great.! I never comment but I REALLY loved this one my friend.! Thumbs up on your beer can cooker videos too, I watched all of them.! Much respect from *Idaho USA* *David* were with you in spirit brother, thanks for the ride

[charlottecirillo]

Thanks Simon, we really enjoyed watching this, it’s great to see our much travelled route through your eyes in a canoe.
See you again one day, I’ll get those steaks in for next time, you two are always welcome xXx

[JohnGault]

Love they way you just pass the skeleton in the deck chair with no comment.

[kirbywheeler]

Love your videos. Especially when you mention places I have been 60 years ago now, Shippea Hilll to Ely for Saturday night dance, Great Yarmouth and etc. Fond memories! Thank you.

[danielunderwood]

this was wholesome as always Simon, love Ginge and the doggos too.

[johnnycobalt]

Honestly, I see these vids come up in my notifications and its a highlight of the day.

[mykalmartin]

I love how happy you are in these vids, I can truly tell that you are really enjoying yourself. You inspired me to get another canoe.

[mu-mu-cakes]

Thank you Simon. I love your videos... and your gentle, kind manner...

[BeeKay]

New to your channel. Super enjoy your content. Your camera and editing skills are very good. Very serene and peaceful to watch and I appreciate it. Stuck in the middle of a wicked cold snap in Northern Canada and your content has been a great distraction. Stay safe.

[texasford]

Love the video Simon !
Cool canoeing trip
Everything so peaceful heckuva wind y’all had
Curry & beer 🍺🏆