When a Perfect Bothy Trip Goes Wrong

I headed out to Callater Bothy intending to spend the night, explore the beautiful surrounding glen, and cook up some good food. While the scenery was stunning and the bothy itself is fantastic, this trip didn't go exactly to plan. Sometimes when solo hiking, a shift in mood means the best decision is simply to pack up and head home. In this video, I give you a full look around the Callater Bothy area, share the walk in, do some cooking, and open up about why I ultimately decided to cut the night short. 🏡 About Callater Bothy: Located near Braemar in the Cairngorms National Park, Lochcallater Lodge (Callater Bothy) is maintained by the Mountain Bothies Association (MBA). It sits at the northern end of Loch Callater and serves as a brilliant shelter for walkers, munro baggers, and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the area. If you enjoyed the video, please give it a like and subscribe for more honest, informative outdoor adventures! #Bothy #Cairngorms #SoloHiking #Scotland #MountainBothiesAssociation ________________________________________________________________________ If you enjoyed the video and would like to support me by buying me a “coffee,” you can do so here: https://buymeacoffee.com/wanderingsimon ________________________________________________________________________ 👉Gear in my videos👈: (These are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them—at no extra cost to you! It helps support the channel, so thanks for your support!) https://amzn.to/4q7qujy - Wuben H4 Headlight https://amzn.to/4lUjtyZ - Wuben X4 Flashlight https://amzn.to/4n8G102 - DJI Mic Mini https://amzn.to/4lQCNgA - NEEWER 21W Handheld LED Tube Light https://amzn.to/4ffY0ie - KingCamp XXL Sleeping Bag https://amzn.to/4lUM8op - KingCamp Sleeping Pad https://amzn.to/3HjTiDA - Wuben G5 Rechargeable Torch https://amzn.to/3ZbTaMc - Snugpak - Softie Expansion 3 Sleeping Bag https://amzn.to/4md9tCp - Trekology UL140 Sleeping Pad https://amzn.to/3E2qCgX - OneTigris Backwoods Bungalow Tent https://amzn.to/43sPlW0 - OneTigris Wood Stove https://amzn.to/4iOTrwA - Alcohol Stove https://amzn.to/4j3BR7A - Titanium Long Handled Spork https://amzn.to/4hZ9Xc7 - OneTigris WILD ROCKET 45L Men's Backpack https://amzn.to/43wOaF9 - Boundless Voyage Titanium 450ml Cup with Lid https://amzn.to/4iGwDyS - TREKOLOGY Camping Pillow https://amzn.to/4j5NF9j - Eventek LED Camping Lantern https://amzn.to/3FOC3cA - OneTigris Camping Chair https://amzn.to/4j5NBX7 - Agawa Folding Bow Saw https://amzn.to/4iZaFXS - Fire-Maple Ultralight Camping Cookware Set https://amzn.to/4jalcPF - Snugpak Enhanced Patrol Poncho https://amzn.to/4c9ahDE - Carhartt Overalls https://amzn.to/4hQndiX - Bushcraft 101: A Field Guide to the Art of Wilderness Survival (book) _________________________________________________________________________ If you're interested in my filming gear, I film everything on an iPhone 16 Pro Max and a DJI Mini 3 Pro drone. DJI Mic Mini for audio. Editing software: Final Cut Pro. Canva/Adobe Express for thumbnails.