 | BUSHCRAFT LUNCH with sausage and potatoes
6. 11. 2018 17:58:20
In this video I enjoy a day immersed in nature. After more than a year I return to a spot I found by chance. There I prepare some wood, light the fire, cook a good lunch and finally a Turkish coffee.... |
 | BATOGNICA - 2.165 m.a.s.l. - In the places of the GREAT WAR
16. 11. 2018 17:58:38
After almost a year we return to the slopes of Monte Nero (Krn), this time to climb Monte Rosso (Batognica) and complete a loop path through the Peski po Lužnici valley to Monte Maselnik, then return to the starting point.... |
 | COFFEE BY THE RIVER with 1940s coffee maker
27. 11. 2018 17:58:23
I decided to reuse my 1940s Stella model S coffee maker to drink hot coffee along a nice stream. Enjoy watching.First coffee maker video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Byncr1AgLg4&t=80s... |
 | SHELTER BORGO MINIERA - 966 m.a.s.l. - Overnight stay and rainy trekking
7. 12. 2018 17:58:34
After the night spent at the Resartico shelter, we headed towards forca Slips to cross the slopes of Monte Plauris and descend to Venzone through Val Venzonassa. A two-day period terrible from a weather point of view but in excellent company!... |
 | Homemade sausage CASERA CANIN - 1443 m.a.s.l.
18. 12. 2018 18:00:07
'Sausage at casera Canin' is my first trekking video without background music. I did this experiment following some comments I received about background music in my trekking videos. I must say the result does not fully satisfy me, to best render a video like this you need a good microphone capable o... |
 | - Merry outdoor Christmas greetings and best wishes
23. 12. 2018 11:00:00
End of 2018 video, best wishes to everyone and see you in 2019!Bye bye!!Outdoor channels: 404 Adventure: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFU63BzEiurAcTbBijYm4_A Bang9x21: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNykslDMsaYJAJ7UM6bNMUA... |
 | BEANS BUSHCRAFT with Swedish torch
1. 01. 2019 18:00:02
The Swedish Torch is made with a log split into four, which once lit provides a convenient support for a pot.After finding a log of the right size and sufficiently dry, I started processing it; once split into four, I removed some central wood and tied the four pieces together with string. It was al... |
 | My trekking/bushcraft gear
11. 01. 2019 18:30:00
I often receive questions about some items I use during my outings, in this video we see what they are and their features. Enjoy watching.Gear:CASIO WATCH: https://www.protrek.eu/it/collezione/prw-3100y-1er/... |
 | Winter ascent to CIMONE DI CRASULINA - 2.104 m.a.s.l. trekkingFVG
22. 01. 2019 18:30:01
The Cimone di Crasulina represents the easternmost point of the mountain ridge originating from Monte Crostis. To reach its summit, we started from the Cleulis valley, left the car on the road to malga Lavareit and via the CAI 155 trail, after passing malga Tierz bassa and alta, we reached forca di ... |
 | CRAMPONS or MICRO-CRAMPONS; what they are and when to use them. winterhikes
1. 02. 2019 18:00:03
What are the differences between crampons and micro-crampons? When and where do you use one or the other? Are they interchangeable tools? In this new video, dedicated to the winter hiking series, I talk about these very useful tools in snowy environments and finally a few words on the ice axe and it... |
 | JOF di SOMDOGNA and KOPFACH shelter - 1.889 m.a.s.l. - In the places of the Great War
12. 02. 2019 18:00:03
The Jôf di Somdogna was captured by the Italians in the summer of 1915; it is located at the end of Val Dogna amid a suggestive natural setting, in the heart of the Julian Alps. To reach the summit, we set off from Val Saisera passing by the Grego refuge.... |
 | ZHARE | Winter ascent to MOUNT PIELTINIS - 2,020 m a.s.l. - Sauris
22. 02. 2019 18:00:00
The Sauris valley offers several interesting loops. For our excursion we decided to climb to Monte Pieltinis starting from Sauris di Sotto.Malga Pieltinis: http://www.turismofvg.it/it/107589/Malga-Pieltinis... |
 | Snowshoeing and lunch at rifugio Gortani trekkingFVG | PUANINA WINTER
5. 03. 2019 18:00:01
First snowshoe trip of 2019 on January 27th in Val Rauna. I didn't know this area very well and I must say I was surprised. The loop is easy and beautiful, through woods and very scenic valleys, great lunch in the hut.... |
 | My bushcraft blades
19. 03. 2019 18:00:05
Quick description of the tools I use for bushcraft outings and which I occasionally take with me on trekking outings too.PS: Apparently the price of Bushlore has increased compared to a couple of years ago, now it's no longer so 'economical' (at least on Amazon).... |
 | Without snowshoes spitting pellets! trekkingFVG | 1,457 m a.s.l. | CARNIZZA BIVOUAC in RIOFREDDO
12. 04. 2019 18:00:00
Starting from the village of Riofreddo we ascended the namesake valley to the Carnizza di Riofreddo shelter. At the end of the valley, the amount of snow increased and we struggled quite a bit to reach the bivouac. After about three and a half hours we reached the destination where we stopped for th... |
 | quick lunch in the woods | JAR NOODLES
30. 04. 2019 18:15:01
During a woods outing I tried jar noodles; quick to prepare and quite good, they are a valid option for a hot meal.Noodles vs rice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPbWEK4C7Gc... |
 | May 1st with snowshoes! trekkingFVG | 1,499 m a.s.l. | Lunch at RIFUGIO PELLARINI
17. 05. 2019 18:30:00
Typically winter hike in late spring; after a relatively warm April, snow returned to the Alps for May 1st. Starting from Val Saisera we went up to Rifugio Pellarini where we stopped for lunch. ... |
 | what you need to spend a night there | ALPINE HUTS
5. 06. 2019 18:00:13
In this video we look at what managed alpine huts are, what services they offer and what you need to spend a night in one of these facilities.PS: Sorry for the audio not perfect again, I had microphone issues again.... |
 | CASERA CAAL - 1,206 m a.s.l. - solo trek and snack with BIVO trekkingFVG
21. 06. 2019 18:30:00
I spent a couple of hours in the Julian Prealps, hiking the CAI 733 trail to casera Caal, where I stopped for a snack with BIVO! Enjoy the view.BIVO: https://www.bivo.it/ 10% discount code: themountainrambler... |
 | Cartography ep.1 | The topographic map for hiking
9. 07. 2019 18:00:00
The topographic map for hiking is an indispensable ally, both during route planning and during hikes, and should never be missing from our backpack.Do you like reading? ... |
 | Frico at sunset on MOUNT MATAJUR - 1,641 m a.s.l. trekkingFVG
30. 07. 2019 18:00:08
I went to Matajur to enjoy the sunset and for dinner I brought a ready-made frico which I ate at the Dom Na Matajure hut.Rif. Pelizzo:http://rifugiopelizzo.blogspot.com/Rif Dom Na Matajure:... |
 | Trekking poles
27. 08. 2019 18:00:05
Trekking poles have become almost essential equipment for hikers; what are they? how are they used?article: https://themountainrambler.weebly.com/articoli/i-bastoncini-da-trekking-utili-strumenti-per-le-nostre-escursioni... |
 | - What should I do - A TICK BIT ME
10. 09. 2019 18:00:01
Ticks are parasites capable of transmitting even serious diseases to humans. In Italy, the main risk areas are Friuli Venezia Giulia, Veneto and Trentino Alto Adige. How do you behave in case of a tick bite? Can we somehow reduce the risk of being bitten?... |
 | Wet Gran Sasso, lucky Gran Sasso - Ascent to CORNO GRANDE - 2,912 m a.s.l.
24. 09. 2019 18:00:02
At the beginning of September, on a cloudy day, we climbed to Corno Grande via the directissima route. Starting from Campo Imperatore we reached the highest summit of Gran Sasso and then descended via the normal route. When a few minutes short of rifugio Duca degli Abruzzi we were caught by a thunde... |
 | on CORNO PICCOLO with Pier - 2,655 m a.s.l. - Gran Sasso d'Italia
4. 10. 2019 18:00:07
The adventures on Gran Sasso d'Italia continue; after Corno Grande we also climbed Corno Piccolo via the Ventricini and Danesi ferratas. Very fun and rewarding itinerary, done together with Pier who guided us.... |
 | The ELEMENTS TO KNOW to read a map - Cartography ep.2
16. 10. 2019 18:00:01
Second video dedicated to cartography; here we see the basic elements to know to start reading a hiking topographic map correctly.ATTENTION at min 7:14 I wrote the formula wrong; the correct form is:... |
 | 2,199 m a.s.l. | Night at Rif. FABIANI and MONTE CUESTALTA via ferrata
3. 11. 2019 18:00:06
Two-day hike in Carnia (15-16/09/2019). We started from malga Pramosio and headed to rifugio Fabiani where we spent the night. The next day we ascended Monte Cuestalta via the ferrata following the Italy-Austria border. From the Cuestalta summit we returned to Pramosio via a very scenic ridge path.... |
 | escursionisicure - Do you go to the mountains often? TAKE a B.E.P.S. course
17. 11. 2019 18:00:01
When we go to the mountains, but also in everyday life, accidents or incidents can sometimes happen. Having basic first aid knowledge in one's skill set can be very useful to handle these unpleasant situations in the best way.... |
 | At sunset on the meadows of Craguenza
15. 12. 2019 21:00:02
When time is short, one must think of hikes close to home and not too long. The first eastern reliefs can offer various paths that in this season are clear of brambles and tall grass. Monte Craguenza (Kraguonica 949 m a.s.l.), with its long ridge, separates the Natisone valley from that of Chiarò di... |
 | Merry outdoor Christmas | Walking and sipping tea
25. 12. 2019 15:48:51
Walking in snow-covered woods, immersed in a fairy-tale and muffled atmosphere, always has something unique and special. No matter how long or difficult the path is, for me when snow arrives I have to go taste its magic.... |
 | A CRAZY panorama from Monte Neddis 1,990 m a.s.l. trekkingFVG
10. 01. 2020 17:45:00
Started from Castel Valdajer intending to reach Monte Dimon, we stopped at Monte Neddis due to the wind. Beautiful panorama from the ridge.Don't miss the post on the blog:... |
 | A novelty: BIVO Ready To Use
19. 01. 2020 11:00:00
The Bivo guys have launched a new version of their meal on the market. This version, available in two flavors, contains Bivo powder in a 100% recyclable PET bottle, so no shaker is needed. A valid alternative for day treks.... |
 | Like icing on cakes - winter ascent to Monte Gola - 1,936 m a.s.l.
7. 03. 2020 11:00:04
Monte Gola, a little-considered summit, enjoys a privileged view of the southern walls of Coglians and Volaia, the northern ones of Crostis and, to the west, the view ranges from Collina to Forni Avoltri, Sappada and beyond. ... |
 | Under light snowfall - from sella Razzo to casera Chiansaveit
15. 03. 2020 14:30:01
Video recorded on 26 January 2020From sella Razzo we reached casera Chiansaveit under light snowfall. The itinerary follows the service road to the malghe and therefore presents no particular difficulties, pay attention to the stretch under colle di San Giacomo, subject to snow discharges.... |
 | The Mountain Rambler at the time of the virus
19. 03. 2020 14:29:06
Short video on how I will manage the channel during this period.DPCM 11 March 2020https://www.gazzettaufficiale.it/eli/id/2020/03/11/20A01605/sgFAQ - Covid-19, questions and answershttp://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioFaqNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&id=228... |
 | The higher you climb, the farther you see - Monte Novarza 2024 m a.s.l.
22. 03. 2020 14:30:01
We started just above the village of Lateis to reach Monte Novarza. Fairly nice day but with decidedly too high temperatures for the season. GPS track: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1056898?units=km... |
 | Sun, sledding and you're in pole position - Mt. Piana 2324 m a.s.l.
29. 03. 2020 11:13:07
An easy hike on a comfortable beaten road, very rewarding for the panorama. Tabacco map 03, Elevation gain 500 m, Length 9 km, Estimated time: 4h (excluding stops) ... |
 | When I forget tea, I look for juniper
5. 04. 2020 11:00:25
Juniper infusion has a dry and intense taste, reminiscent of mountain flavor, and I personally prefer it to pine needle infusion.Juniperus communis (Juniper) is an evergreen shrub, 1 to 10 meters tall, with needle-like leaves and blue-violet berries. To prepare a juniper infusion, steep juniper berr... |
 | Who will win? - Cartography ep.3 - GPS vs MAP
12. 04. 2020 11:00:26
The spread of GPS has allowed hikers to choose between two orientation systems: the classic one with map and compass, and a technological one based on GNSS technology. Both tools have pros and cons, so it is not possible to define which is the best in any situation.... |
 | Calculating UTM coordinates - Cartography ep.4
19. 04. 2020 11:00:38
In this video I talk about geographic and plane coordinates, then I show you how to calculate coordinates on the UTM grid. Topics: geographic coordinates: 0:52 plane coordinates: 3:53... |
 | - Wowtac A7 - WOW, this flashlight is super powerful
26. 04. 2020 10:54:55
The Wowtac A7 is a flashlight with an excellent value for money.Small, powerful, waterproof and USB rechargeable! Flashlight: https://amzn.to/2KwHehz Technical tests: https://zeroair.org/2020/01/20/wowtac-a7-flashlight-review/... |
 | The gun emplacement of Cuel de la Bareta - In the places of the Great War
19. 05. 2020 18:00:31
Cuel de la Bareta is one of the last peaks in the Montasio/Cimone area. It takes its name, Bareta, from a shrub growing near the summit, Fusaria, whose intense pink inflorescence resembles the headgear of prelates.... |
 | Covid CLOSES bivouacs and huts
30. 05. 2020 11:00:00
Following the coronavirus pandemic (Covid19) and to contain its spread, the Club Alpino Italiano has declared mountain bivouacs UNUSABLE due to small spaces and lack of sanitation.Alpine huts will remain OPEN, however, respecting a series of rules set by C.A.I.... |
 | Clouds and ibex at Passo degli Scalini - 2022 m a.s.l.
15. 06. 2020 18:00:03
Second outing after a long break; on Sunday, May 17, we climbed to Passo degli Scalini starting from Sella Nevea. Easy hike in a high mountain environment where it is very common to observe marmots and ibex up close.... |
 | Low-altitude fun | Via ferrata 'La Farina del diavolo'
6. 07. 2020 18:00:04
The 'Farina del Diavolo' via ferrata is located near the village of Villa Santina, climbing a rocky wall just meters from the 'Radime' waterfall, which with its 230-meter drop is one of Europe's highest waterfalls.... |
 | On the ROOF of the DOLOMITES - Punta Penia 3343 m a.s.l.
25. 07. 2020 11:00:08
From Passo Fedaia to the highest peak of the Dolomites via glacier and via ferrata. I split the ascent into two days, overnighting at rif. Pian dei Fiacconi, then relying on an alpine guide to cross the glacier and climb to the highest peak of the Dolomites.... |
 | Ferrata Oberst Gressel - We took the wrong path
22. 08. 2020 11:00:13
Our plan was to traverse the Cellon-Schulter gallery, dug by the Austro-Hungarian army in 1916 to connect the valley to the defensive military positions on the ridge above. Unfortunately, we took the wrong path!!... |
 | DAWN ON THE JULIAN ALPS - Bivouac under Muzec - 1.550 m a.s.l.
11. 10. 2020 10:30:03
The Bivacco Muzec is located in Slovenia, on the long Gran Monte - Stol chain (35 km); it is situated just below the ridge in a very panoramic position, from which the sea can be seen on clear days.... |
 | Stepping on first snow - BIVACCO MODONUTTI SAVOIA - 1.908 m a.s.l.
26. 10. 2020 18:04:49
From Sella Nevea to Bivacco Modonutti and back, via the Monte Robon loop. Silence, snow and an almost winter climate.Itinerario: http://www.sentierinatura.it/easyne2/LYT.aspx?Code=SentieriNatura&IDLYT=1349&ST=SQL&SQL=ID_Documento=1390... |
 | where did autumn go | Bordaglia disappointment
9. 11. 2020 18:00:10
From Pierabec to Lago di Bordaglia, a classic hike to fully enjoy autumn colors. Too bad that above 1,500 meters it felt like mid-winter! Did you like this video vlog? Let me know in the comments what you think.... |