Winter Camping Building Natural Primitive Bushcraft Survival Shelter in Snow | Full Year of Use ASMR

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  • @RitaMurray-h4g
    @RitaMurray-h4g 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would like very much to stay one night there . If I can't sleep I imagine building a shelter. Works even time . Bravo

  • @XaLoiVlog
    @XaLoiVlog ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I watched the most beautiful video. how wonderful.
    Success is not built on success. It's built on failure, it's built on frustration, it's built on fear that you have to overcome. I pray that whoever reads this will succeed in life, a big hug from Vietnam.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you hello from Canada

    • @XaLoiVlog
      @XaLoiVlog ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TedBairdShorts yes, my friend Canada☺

  • @trantrangDIY
    @trantrangDIY ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wooo thật tuyệt vời cảm ơn bạn đã chia sẻ video này. ❤❤❤

  • @coryrouse969
    @coryrouse969 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks!

  • @nguyenchispa
    @nguyenchispa ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thật tuyệt vời. Chúc bạn có những chải nghiệm thuận lợi❤❤

  • @batranoc
    @batranoc ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Da, multa zapada si multa munca ! Ferice de dumneavoastra.

  • @jocelynvincent3609
    @jocelynvincent3609 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think her washed the rock off as to cook on it, a gifted man indeed! 🎉❤

  • @jumpinjakeflash1
    @jumpinjakeflash1 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    As much time as I spend watching Ted build, I could build a log cabin. It's addicting. I think my favorite thing is the silence. No annoying explanations. Just great camera angles, sounds of nature and bacon and eggs! Thanks , Ted.

    • @phurahnmongol4013
      @phurahnmongol4013 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😊ओ😊लगेको l😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊ओल😊llol😊😊lllllloo😊lo😊lllll😊l😊loल्ल्ल्ल😊😊ल्ल😊लल्ल😊ल

    • @ТатьянаБаранова-ь3с
      @ТатьянаБаранова-ь3с ปีที่แล้ว

      Перевести на русский.

  • @kjames8299
    @kjames8299 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved it all.Every sec showed me something.

  • @didouwolfzine6886
    @didouwolfzine6886 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is camping not marketing I love it

  • @pavelusa3423
    @pavelusa3423 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bottom line:top of the line bush crafting..kudos

  • @fabriziocioffi8626
    @fabriziocioffi8626 ปีที่แล้ว

    Grande capanna bravo davvero con tanti sacrificio e intelligenza. Sei davvero bravo a fare buschaft e video continua così. Ciao saluti DAL ITALIA

  • @diggerblair7460
    @diggerblair7460 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love being outdoors in the woods just love it wish my medical problems didn't keep me from being out there much anymore

  • @joeevans3258
    @joeevans3258 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Also what a great way to spend a weekend bro some people may say you're crazy but I say you're living your life to the fullest

  • @martialliaj8498
    @martialliaj8498 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's amazing I'm relaxed to see this film 😊😊😊

  • @palmyrafoxy6860
    @palmyrafoxy6860 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    tHANK you for investing wholeheartily your craftmanship skills for they are so evident on camera, thank you for your hardwork. You are "bankable" sir Ted Baird. Cheers

  • @joshuajackson6442
    @joshuajackson6442 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing your adventures

  • @phillipanderson2607
    @phillipanderson2607 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is so relaxing to see. Great video 😊

  • @jalananakcamping
    @jalananakcamping ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Waw... This video is beautiful 👍👍. Good luck boy 👍👍

  • @charlsdixi1678
    @charlsdixi1678 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    excellent job ,great video.THANK YOU

  • @dgreat1632
    @dgreat1632 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    cool idea with the roof. it is durable.

  • @TGrant1963
    @TGrant1963 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video!! I love the use of that indestructible SP8! Your skills are outstanding Ted, thanks for sharing!!

  • @elainecoulston4477
    @elainecoulston4477 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This was so incredible to see. Craftsman at its finest.

  • @Atgq12
    @Atgq12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nơi cắm trại tuyệt vời cảm ổn ạ

  • @무등의열매
    @무등의열매 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    진정한 자연인 👍 👍 👍

  • @ivandrain5959
    @ivandrain5959 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sangat bsgus , saya suka sekali

  • @RitaMurray-h4g
    @RitaMurray-h4g 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wonderful to watch you create !!! Thanks

  • @Tastewithnewdrinks
    @Tastewithnewdrinks ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing camp builder.😍

  • @CSI2006
    @CSI2006 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    wow five billion like !!!
    and many subcribe you channel !!!

    • @TACTICALNOMAD
      @TACTICALNOMAD 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Five Thousand likes, not billion.

  • @TressaZimmerman
    @TressaZimmerman ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All I can say is WOW!

  • @남주작-t5u
    @남주작-t5u ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good 👍 👍 👍

  • @fadjarr5984
    @fadjarr5984 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing...👍👌

  • @junevenvertloh5881
    @junevenvertloh5881 ปีที่แล้ว

    You did a great job ❤ looks fycom

  • @RitaMurray-h4g
    @RitaMurray-h4g 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was so surprised , your bed was just as you had left it . Enjoying watching You

  • @RitaMurray-h4g
    @RitaMurray-h4g 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I admire your skills !!

  • @donaldmacdonald8685
    @donaldmacdonald8685 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Always enjoy your video's Ted!!
    Learn something new with each video

  • @adrianlever2634
    @adrianlever2634 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love the repour these two guys have, you can see they are reallly good friends,

  • @herbsmith6871
    @herbsmith6871 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Epic! Thanks for sharing my friend 🤠

  • @ourtechwriter
    @ourtechwriter ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Much respect and admiration!

  • @occamsrazor7939
    @occamsrazor7939 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great job building that shelter.

  • @tariqahn4898
    @tariqahn4898 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love you sir

  • @denniscoughlin7437
    @denniscoughlin7437 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That SP8 looks awesome.

  • @현-야생서바이벌캠핑bu
    @현-야생서바이벌캠핑bu ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your bushcraft skills are amazing, I've learned so much from you,

  • @MrCaissed
    @MrCaissed ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Pressure cooker forest floor approved! First time I’ve seen one. The saw and that spatula /knife are nice!

  • @Ahmetbushcraft
    @Ahmetbushcraft ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Super 🤠

  • @BlackRail33
    @BlackRail33 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That shelter is awesome! What a beaut! Especially if full snow.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks! It was pretty camouflage and tucked away from the elements like wind and blows snow. It turned out to be a great spot and it lasted almost another year with no maintenance before I removed it for safety. Was a good test of natural materials in harsh conditions

  • @tthomp57
    @tthomp57 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I watch a lot of bush craft videos and this one demonstrates the most talents and long term survival set up I've seen! I hope you were able to be out there more than 3 times. NICE shelter.

  • @evievionny6236
    @evievionny6236 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello...greeting from INDONESIA 🇮🇩

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Halo evie dari Indo salam dari Kanada

  • @beverlymasonlpcpc4264
    @beverlymasonlpcpc4264 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You made me hungry and my husband had to cook me some bacon. It’s cold here in N. Ga and the fire looks wonderful.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว

      awesome 🥓 enjoy the bacon. Glad you like the fire 🔥 stay warm

  • @vinodvm9099
    @vinodvm9099 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super. Love from india❤

  • @serobboshnakyan1048
    @serobboshnakyan1048 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is beyond amazing thank you for your time and effort you are the best always interesting to watch please make more videos best of luck

  • @pramana1685
    @pramana1685 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So peaceful

  • @MrCaissed
    @MrCaissed ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That muskox throw must be really warm, and snow is an excellent insulator. Use to snow so much growing up I would be able to dig an igloo out of a mound. Everyone said you won’t stay warm, hey! Not as cold in here! The stone backdrop to your shelter and the stone around your fire help hold the warmth too, love it! And then you put your heart into it 😂

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It is you are correct. The pelt is extremely warm. People are always surprised how great of an insulator snow is it rell does keep you warm. There were a lot of things going fir this shelter and the location and the cliff and rocks definitely added to its effectiveness for sure. Bet yiu have a lot of found memories building those igloos. Thanks for watching catch ya later

    • @joeevans3258
      @joeevans3258 ปีที่แล้ว

      Back in Maine we did something banking our houses there's any holes in the bottom of the house for the basement in the house meet we just throw snow around it all the way around the whole house man in it held the heat in very good I like how you showed us all the little bit about making a couple different fires

  • @BBQDad463
    @BBQDad463 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Sir: You are one, hard-working man. I am impressed. Thank you for this video.
    Every time I watch a video of someone building a shelter, simple or not, from strictly natural materials with minimal hand tools, I am reminded of the value of a 10' X 10' (3 m. X 3 m.) tarp.
    Again, thank you for this video.
    Subscribed.

  • @harrisquicksilver6595
    @harrisquicksilver6595 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ted i know that u are a very intelligent and creative person, so please be careful under that much snow, if just one part gave the weight from all that would be so heavy u would never get out.

  • @coryrouse969
    @coryrouse969 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Man what a super cool video, so well done. I follow both you & Jim and it just gets better each time, Thank you. You have my utmost respect.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks a lot Cory! I appreciate the support have a great night

    • @12BlockTokie
      @12BlockTokie ปีที่แล้ว

      Dude does rock a mean handsaw, don't he?

  • @joaquinfuster4169
    @joaquinfuster4169 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely amazing!

  • @lurveleggoutdoors9930
    @lurveleggoutdoors9930 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When you took out that muskox pelt there was no doubt you have viking blood running through your veins!🇸🇯

  • @victorcarrillo7902
    @victorcarrillo7902 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great 👍

  • @stoneydrivesrc7420
    @stoneydrivesrc7420 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve been watching and following you guys for a few years now that I have always thought I was subscribe to your channel because it’s always popping up but I looked at it and I wasn’t subscribed so I am now I’ve been subscribe to your brothers channel for quite some time I really enjoy your guises videos. I watch them way too much all of them five hour videos all the way through it’s ridiculous.😂❤❤❤😂 OK so I got a idea that Tori and Heather go out on a camping trip with just the two girls and do this all themselves. What do you think? Do you know go canoeing and camping fishing catch and cook something like that anyways, keep on keeping on brother.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot it's great to have you here. That sounds fun for sure. They totally should

  • @giselecontassotdesayvre3965
    @giselecontassotdesayvre3965 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello Ted, très bel abri, très bonne isolation pour la nuit.. excellent..un feu, cuisson sur pierrade, eau de source à côté. Plus tard le foyer est toujours là..peau de bison....tu as mérité ton repas., après tout ce travail..bon appétit, et bonne nuit 🌌 dans ton abri😁. Les réveils au matin ne sont pas trop durs?

  • @LAOFANG-WILDBOAR
    @LAOFANG-WILDBOAR ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's very impressive, but I didn't think about the weight of the snow piled up the second time. The first thing to do is remove the snow that has fallen on top before surrounding it with trees. The weight of snow is a thought, so safety should be considered first.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Yes couldn't hurt to add extra support for sure. It's not worth it to get trapped. Thanks for tuning in 🍻

  • @SushilKumar-zi2zv
    @SushilKumar-zi2zv ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoy at home

  • @fordenginebuildersv8power184
    @fordenginebuildersv8power184 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You put a lot into your videos ! Good stuff

  • @nancyrea3863
    @nancyrea3863 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. That fur must have been super warm. That pressure cooker was amazing. Went and checked out Bella. Nice fur baby. Thanks for taking me along. You really needed a spoon for that great looking chicken broth.

  • @deekelley891
    @deekelley891 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I think I was most impressed with your pressure cooking skills! Who knew one of my favorite camping\adventuring folks was such a cook! I have personally always been petrified of pressure cookers. Beautiful camp and excellent demonstration of fire skills. Wasn’t the tree beautiful with the bark removed? Wood is one of the most beautiful things. That took quite a bit of work and certainly seemed to keep you nice and dry throughout the year. Loved that little woodpecker, too. I thank you for bringing us along on your trips to the woods.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks Dee. I'm sacred of rhe pressure cooker too! Lol guess it amps up the cooking a bit. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. The wood was very beautiful I agree as was the visit from the woodpecker. Have a great night

  • @keelypack2735
    @keelypack2735 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Work well worth it !

  • @DoodsVsWoods
    @DoodsVsWoods ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video!

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you

    • @keelypack2735
      @keelypack2735 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are teaching life saving skills. Thank you very much.

  • @suezaple4950
    @suezaple4950 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    what an awesome shelter looked very comfortable with that Muskox fur down and warm fire good food in your belly , Love the use of the bark for the roof area , Nice to see how the shelter held up after a year the pressure cooker you have is pretty sweet love it ! would be something nice to own betcha that chicken was tender . thanks for bringing us along very enjoyable .

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Sue. The chicken was delish for sure! It was very cool to see how well it held up I agree was a fun project

  • @TJMessianic1
    @TJMessianic1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ok. Just subscribed. This little hideaway was epic. The bark wood slabs ? Severely epic. Never seen huge slabs used like that. The cordage was impressive too. When it was first made I felt to want more coverage. Then the snow enclosed it along with adding more foliage.
    Yeah ok I became a fan.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Amazing thanks a lot it's great to have you here

  • @michaelggraham
    @michaelggraham ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Little known fact…he built this 1br with fireplace in Montana and it is currently listed for sale for $4.7mm.

  • @TayloraMadeY
    @TayloraMadeY ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely beautiful I hope to have something like that some day.

  • @SRIKANDISPOILER
    @SRIKANDISPOILER ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice ❤️❤️

  • @LindaStein-ze8bk
    @LindaStein-ze8bk ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Pretty spiffy pressure cooker type pot there Ted. Love how you were able to reuse that shelter several times all seasons as well.

  • @utubeape
    @utubeape ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Very impressive, you have great fire lighting skills.
    i have never seen a bushcraft shelter with so much snow on it, all held up with 2 strands of bark!
    Its good to see a shelter last for many uses and improvements made to it

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you I'm glad you enjoyed it

  • @grahamwatson3980
    @grahamwatson3980 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now you are getting closer to England you will enjoy come over and I will buy you a pint Graham and Diana England 😊

  • @bennysworld16
    @bennysworld16 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely Amazing Camping survival i love it🏕️🫡✅

  • @tonyjohnson1840
    @tonyjohnson1840 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome

  • @jocelynvincent3609
    @jocelynvincent3609 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, you are very talented, thanks for sharing ! P.S. be safe out there 😊

  • @martinparker9249
    @martinparker9249 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    @1:22:05 and earlier ....why not boil the icicles ? much cleaner than snow ?

  • @backAtCha9132
    @backAtCha9132 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Building a fire with a bow and drill will make a man out of you! The miracle of time lapse couldn't hide that! :)

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lol ya it's a serious pain in the ass. Bloodied the knuckles even. The space was too tight in there. But I fine when you make the set up so much is just tweaking the board and spindle etc once you get it diald in the next several are much easier....still a pain however haha. But all fun to do. It kinda feels like magic to me

  • @dyannejohnson6184
    @dyannejohnson6184 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Basswood must be native to Eastern Canada….I am familiar with Cottonwood and it’s amazing resilience…I’m taking it that Basswood has these same treasured qualities…yes and Cottonwood is a go to survival tree for its many qualities…I can see it’s true value if you only have limited tools and no tarps ….for survival….very interesting information this time Ted thank you….that’s why I return again and again to your documentaries….absolute respect for your skills once again….I assume the long houses were barked with Basswood

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. Actually, the longhouses traditionally used Elm. I believe it is superior. I have used Black Ash before also when building a longhouse. I would say it is superior to the Basswood, however I can't be certain as this Basswood had long blown down and it was early winter when I removed it, thus the bark was of poor quality and difficult to remove. I've never removed Basswood from a live tree in spring so I'm unsure how it would be in comparison, however the Ash that was harested in spring when sap flow was high the bark came off in big clean sheets in about 15 minutes and it can be pushed off with your hands. Pretty amazing. Unfortunately, the invasion of the Emerald Ash Borer has all but wiped out the Ash here, and Elm suffered from Dutch Elm disease years ago, so these resources are being lost.... I've even seen a canoe made from spruce bark and of course birch is excellent.....I think that it is a good skill to have for sure and does not have to be this tedious depending on the time of year it is removed. A tarp would only last so long, and perhaps one would want additional roofed structures in addition. Thanks for your input 👍

  • @MaxRepel1212
    @MaxRepel1212 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hands down to this man..👐btw i like the 3 methods making fire so impressive💪🔥🔥🔥 and ofcourse gonna hit the subscribe button😁

  • @johnosburn4791
    @johnosburn4791 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is what you call roughing it . Except the food looks good

  • @hungry_refrigerator
    @hungry_refrigerator ปีที่แล้ว +6

    hey!! why took you so long!! 🤗🤗🤗

  • @williamheden6794
    @williamheden6794 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Is this your property? What a great shelter. Thank you for making this and letting me come along and watch. From Ohio

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks William appreciate you tuning in and hello from Ontario 🇨🇦

  • @CSI2006
    @CSI2006 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    im love in

  • @liumengmeng0508
    @liumengmeng0508 ปีที่แล้ว

    这个视频很真实

  • @banmadabon
    @banmadabon ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A ten pound pressure cooker? No thanks...And a ferrorod is better but I understand the satisfaction of using the bow thing....Very nice cinematography and appreciated the no speaking vibe

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. Ya the cooker was fun but very different

  • @SpaceduckDK
    @SpaceduckDK ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just love to see you work, you make it look easy and I know it`s not.

  • @mikedaniels5560
    @mikedaniels5560 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is my childhood outside Sudbury. I'm loving this and would love to go back to my roots. The cost of living is crazy. If I could get enough to live off queen land and do a grocery store trip once a month or so I'd be happy. Where is this video made?

    • @TACTICALNOMAD
      @TACTICALNOMAD 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This is in Ontario Canada.

  • @adventurebegins1
    @adventurebegins1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Another great video! Are you going back again to see if it's still holding up? Ornate pressure cooker is a nice addition.

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Charlie. I ended up taking it down for safety just incase it was still up after and winter and almost 2 years without maintenance it would have lasted longer also. Was a great test of the natural materials. The pressure cooker is pretty sweet for sure good for the stove top even. Thank for tuning in. 🍻

  • @marcosnichi
    @marcosnichi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing, dude!! I want to start my channel showing the pantanal brazilian jungle. Its a very different looking, for sure people will love!
    You have some tip for who want to start this bushcrafting youtuber hobby?

  • @johnhine8725
    @johnhine8725 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tedly! That was a sweet idea to keep returning to same spot! Cool! Did you and Heather also camp there?

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks John I did not camp in this spot with Heather no.

    • @johnhine8725
      @johnhine8725 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TedBairdShorts ha I was right. my wife said yes I said no. Cheers Ted, you’re the best.

  • @lifealoneinthemountains
    @lifealoneinthemountains 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great

  • @sandor139
    @sandor139 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    3:55 question: Ted, can I build primitive boat from this tree skin?

  • @robertaprince180
    @robertaprince180 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi there , east coast girl here. I wonder if you ever get the smell of campfire out of the clothes?🔥

  • @Solarlube
    @Solarlube ปีที่แล้ว

    WEW 10:02:2023 Epic.

  • @AhmedAli-jl4es
    @AhmedAli-jl4es 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ya laha min mutaeih
    fi ajwa' shitwih qarisat min aleasifih althaljiah wakub qahwa' harin

  • @TimWillYou
    @TimWillYou ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi, great video. I was just wondering what it was that you put in your drinking water while it boiled and what, if any, are the benefits? Caffeine? Or just flavoring? Very curious. Thanks for the video!

    • @TedBairdShorts
      @TedBairdShorts  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. It was Chaga Fungus it is the same thing I used to help make the fire with the knife and rock. It grows predominantly on Birch trees and has a lot of health benefits including evidence to show it is a cancer figter. If you google Chaga you will get a lot of good info on it