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ACHIEVEMENT DEPENDS ON PROVEN CONCEPTS & METHODOLOGY
~ Concepts of Southern Wild Camping ~
Most Outdoor Recreationists (Hikers, Backpackers, etc.) enjoy the Outdoors only along a predetermined established path/trail moving from Point A to Point B. What is missed along the way? What is beyond the trail & off the beaten path? The concept of uncharted exploration drives us to true curiousity & adventure.
The Southern Wild Camp experience combines Research, Information, Documentation, Transportation Routing, Planning, Prepping, E-Scouting, Mapping, Safety, Terrain Navigation, Site Suitability, Self-Sustainability & Mental/Physical Prowess.
Adapting/Learning the "Wilderness Mindset" approach - slowing down, self-awareness, stillness, sensory acuity, observational keeness - traits & skills only a solitary experience can sharpen. Become confident while exploring & navigating off-trail wilderness areas.
Wild Camping also encompasses Primitive Ethics, Woodsmanship & Survival skills rarely used today.
~ Wild Camping Methodology ~
The Remote Point Discoverability (RPD) Method - is the method of locating a specific remote point on earth through geospatial mapping, terrain analysis, & infield reconnaissance validation.
The Remote Point Discoverability (RPD) Method - is the method of locating a specific remote point on earth through geospatial mapping, terrain analysis, & infield reconnaissance validation.
It includes 10 Site-Suitability Criteria based on Forestry & Geospatial Industry principles, practices & techniques (PPTs) to effectively locate wild campsites & recreational areas of interest (AOIs) that are key to Southern Wild Camping.
It includes 10 Site-Suitability Criteria based on Forestry & Geospatial Industry principles, practices & techniques (PPTs) to effectively locate wild campsites & recreational areas of interest (AOIs) that are key to Southern Wild Camping.
10 Site-Suitability Criteria for Remote Point Discoverability (RPD)
10 Site-Suitability Criteria for Remote Point Discoverability (RPD)
1. Lawful Land Recreation.
2. Contiguous Wilderness.
3. Road/Trail Access Systems.
4. Mature Hardwood Delineation.
5. Water Sources.
6. Streamside Management Zones.
7. Topography.
8. Terrain Features & Landforms.
9. Vegetation Profiling.
10. 1k Yards or Less.
~ Wild Camping's Two Main Pillars ~
Mapping/E-Scouting
Mapping/E-Scouting
Utilizing Online Web Mapping Solutions to “Scout/Analyze” surface terrain suitable for possible wild camp locations.
Having knowledge, skills & abilities in Photo Aerial Interpretation E-Scouting is the key to success.
This step is an educated hypothesis for possible suitable areas of interest (AOIs) for wild campsite locations based on terrain features & accessibility routes. Currently achieving an 80-85% success rate using Forestry & Geospatial principles, practices & techniques (PPTs).
Terrain/Land Reconnaissance
Terrain/Land Reconnaissance
Infield RECON/Survey exercise that will validate or invalidate your E-Scouting hypothesis.
Used to establish "Parking, Ingress/Egress, Check Points & Wild Camp Points of interest.
Combination of a physical map & compass, the use of GPS or Mobile Devices are needed for field recon & validation for wild camps.
A Mapping Application with the ability to record tracks & waypoints are needed for field recon/surveys (ie. onXmaps, AllTrails, Gaia, Locus Map, CalTOPO to name a few).
Engaging in Wild Camp Adventures - Be Prepared for:
Making rational, safe & common sense decisions/judgments based on your own individual mental/physical health & outdoor skills. These skills require focus on the facets of outdoor sustainability for prolonged primitive recreation to ensure a satisfying, stress-free & remote adventure.
You own or can obtain the needed gear to meet the essential 5-Cs of Survivability.
Cover (i.e. tent, tarp, hammock, bivy).
Container (i.e. water, food, backpack).
Cordage (bankline, paracord, rope).
Cutting Tool (i.e. knife, saw, axe, hatchet).
Combustion (i.e. fire starting, matches, lighter, ferro rod).
You have a well-functioning/maintained mode of transportation.
Can read and utilize a Map/Compass/Azimuth.
You have adequate GPS or Mobile Device Mapping experience & skills.
You have a safety plan & emergency contacts set in place.
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