When I need advice for all things outdoors, this man is the resource I listen to. His no nonsense approach to solving, tolerating, and even thriving in real world situations is simply the best. If you only listen to one person for knowledge, skills and abilities needed to be successful in a survival situation this is the go to source for all the information you need. I'd like to thank you Dave for sharing your decades of wisdom with people. I've learned more from you than any of the gadget gurus. Saved me a bunch of money too. Hope you're well and God bless you for all you do to help people.
found a couple of real nice pure wool sweaters at the local goodwill for 4.00 each as well as a wool blanket. don't dismiss your local thrift stores for preps, never know what they are going to show up with, found a nice nice down coat for 8.00 and got it half off for 4.00. just have to pick and choose. found camping supplies as well as stainless steel water bottles (none large mouthed unfortunately) for next to nothing
I tell you what I love for my axe handles is a tennis grip. They are like 3 bucks and super cushiony. Never got a blister using one. It also works great on machete handles.
Excellent point there at the end Dave, “I’ll carry more in the winter or extended outings but the ‘more’ isn’t more gadgets,… it’s more of the important stuff that’s been tried and true over time”
This Dude is a meat eating Survivalist! Top notch knowledge, and thriving in the worst. He knows what he's talking about, hands down this guy has a Strong will to live. His knowledge with ropes, land navigation is a unique skill to carry. Great content! Sharp Hatchet n Knife. Cold weather, a firekit and stainless pot is essential. With some good fat caribou meat stewing with some veggies.
I'm really loving this getting back to our roots thing. It has saved me a lot of money and has totally changed my preception of self reliance...so much infact that i have sold most of my gear and am starting over.
This is ANOTHER must see for anyone. Dave you may be an outdoor type person but you are also a very HIGH CLASS MAN. Thank-you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
Sold me on the wool blanket thing, I got one that's 100 percent wool, took it camping with some buddies, it got down to about 30 degrees that night, I was toasty warm, my buddy who bought a 30 degree sleeping bag froze. Thanks so much got the tip.
Dave, do a search on "Pringle Can Antenna" for Wifi. You can use a Pringles can to direct Wifi signal in a direction. You might be able to hit your camp.
Sir, I thank you for all the work you have put in to all your videos. I have just found your videos because of another youtuber. He said you were the most comprehensive. He was right, one of the most informative, upfront, honest !!!! I have a select few, self reliance, prepping, bushcrafters, hunters in my favourites list, and you sir are among the top !!! Thank you again !!!
Thanks again Mr C. The winter weather is certainly setting in here. Howling bitter winds and heavy downpours. Keeping dry may be difficult...but staying warm and comfortable isn't. Your information certainly helps me stay that way. Take care and stay warm too!
@wildernessoutfitters Good point, I can agree with that. For shorter trips up to a week or so, I'd say the sleeping bag will do very good, and you can dry it out when you get home. In really cold weather for an extended period of time I can see the problem with condensation arise. Thanks a lot for all the time you spend making, editing and uploding videos, as well as answering comments. You are indeed a very good person, Dave!
Mr Dave I love the the way you teach and the way you make it easy to understand. And to take everyday and inexpensive items that have multiple uses out of them. I myself watching all these TH-cam folks trying to get their point across I've learned more from you then any of the others sir I have great respect and appreciation for the way you take the time to try to help those better themselves when they're out and about and whatever their situation maybe. I make sure I take good notes so I can remember the items like that beeswax Murray's beeswax that $2 from Dollar General Store from 8 years ago would never know that something like that could be so helpful. so again much respect to you and what you do. and I hope you get these comments. Thank you.
I agree with most of what you recommend, but most of your gear is new high end stuff. A lot of it can be replaced with good military surplus at about a forth the price without losing quality. I have found the Swiss surplus backpack to be great, as are their blankets. Also the Swedish surplus is very high quality. As for axes, Husqvarna sells a very nice one hand forged in Sweden.
Great load out video Dave! I have never heard of the Wilde blanket that you show until now but here in Canada we sometimes use an HBC point blanket. Can be pricey when new but some have been passed down.
Great vid man :) Have to say that you have definitely earned my respect by continuing to regularly post good quality and well thought out TH-cam videos, even after your success with Dual Survival. Your stick-to-itiveness and dedication to the proven ways of the old timers shows that you are the real deal. Best wishes to you and yours and keep it up :) -Dan
410. You can get a 410/ 45 long colt. It's versatile because of the 410 loads. I use the texas defender on my belt with a good knife and always have a slingshot band in my pack. defender weighs less than 19 oz. sling shot band 1 oz. For spices use straws. fill them up and fold and tape the ends. Straws are always good for sipin out of a spring.
Dave, great video. You show the difference between sustained living out in nature making it your home, contrasted with a trip where one just gets by until they get back home.
Certainly agree with your wool theory Dave. i am an advocate for wearing "Long Johns" in winter especially when its really cold, and always promote my idea to others when I can. I have tried synthetic pairs and they just do not help to keep oneself warm like a woollen pair of "long Johns" made from merino wool. Thanks Dave.
410. You can get a 410/ 45 long colt. It's versatile because of the 410 loads. I use the texas defender on my belt with a good knife and always have a slingshot band in my pack. defender weighs less than 19 oz. sling shot band 1 oz. For spices use straws. fill them up and fold and tape the ends. Straws are always good for sipin out of a spring. Dont put all the fire stuff in 1 kit if you loose the kit you'll have blisters on your hands and no fire... but he's trackin...
Dave, this is the type of vid/info I was looking for when I posted the request on your FB page. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and mindset on this type of pack set up. Thanks Brother ! Don
Great Vid Dave. I do 18th Century F&I Canadian impression. Wool is key to keeping warm. I find changing into a dry base layer and thick socks when I make camp essential. For those with less skills a foam pad for sleeping or sitting might be added to the above kit. I'm interested in how the yurt works out. Thanks again. Woodsrunner2007
Love the vid and the 21st Century LH series. It's great to see someone exploring past wisdom with a modern slant on things. Thanks for all your hard work Dave.
Dave,,I also love your vid's, Brother. Thanks for all you do. I am also tool-heavy for the same reasons. I just wanted give some info that I have. I have a Gerber Hatchet (I may be in love with it a little, LOL). But it has a hollow handle, where I store my ceramic rod. I also wrapped the full length of my hatchet handle with 550 Para-cord. Just a thought. Thanks again for everything you do. Just love your stuff. You're a Champion! God bless! Jim from Ohio.
Awesome video Dave. I need to re-make a video of my new and revised pack, but alot of the items are very similar to yours! and could NOT agree more that if a container is not carrying water, then cram it full of something else until you need it for a container!
I'd like to try making most of these things myself, love making survival tools in the garage. Just gonna have to find a good wool blanket, as I won't be making that. 😅 My walking stick has a hollowed out cap in the top with a notch in the cap that holds a match striking surface, and some matches inside the hollow cavity.
I like 👍 the videos you explain really good about what you need and how it works your the man very helpful in my journey in summer to winter camping in upper peninsula Michigan camping ⛺️ even ten years later your videos help me thank you I’d love to learn from u more in pathfinder school
love it!!! really good coverage for short hike/trek equipment. if you need anything else i can't think of it right off. great coverage for hikers and outdoorsmen..joe in ny
I just want to say thank you. I just watched a presentation you made to a group of prepared minded individuals/ you focused on being tool heavy /// wow /// you have totally changed my mind set. I have metal working skills but no real experience blacksmithing tools / I also have enough bullets but no traps so I intent on buying some traps so that I can start learning / I will also be working on amassing a large stock pile of tool steel scrap and putting the family anvil to use. Once agin Thank you for sharing your knowledge
Ahhh the good ole days…sure wish this was the same channel as it was then. I used to LOVE this channel! Damn near lived by it….everyone gets jaded though
i started building my b pack with the wool blanket bed roll you did a while ago. stil need to imlrove some items, a better axe for starters, tool heavy is the way to go
Hey Dave, I have several of Cj's Blankets, and a matchcoat. Tony Baker of Baker's Bundles is making blankets that are WONDERFUL. I am looking at getting one from him. The wool is thicker and heavier. I love Cj and Ed's stuff, but since she isn't making them I am putting mine up for home use and looking at other options. Also I know you are THE MAN (think Chuck Norris of survival) But i have made lots and lots and lots of char in an altoid tin with out poking a hole saves from making a hole.
Great video as always, Dave - thanks! Dead on about the 'wool' blankets - far too many are advertised as wool, but don't say they are blended with something else even though just about all of them are. Agree with you - cost of a 100% thick wool blanket is worth more than it's weight in gold.
Now I feel like I've overdone my fire kit... I have a flint+steel, mini bic, matches, ferro rod, magnifying lens, djeep large lighter, 9V battery and steel wool, and my lucky zippo. To go with them I have cotton balls with petroleum jelly, paper (Which I use for wads for my rifle), char cloth, steel wool, a small bag of saw dust, and a pouch of dried moss I collected in October during my deer hunt. Think I might add an eyedropper bottle full of lamp oil as well but still unsure on it.
you should try starting fires with the lint from a dryer. you find it around your house more and it sparks up from a fire steel realy easy. but good job.
Great vid. I would have liked to see it all in the pack at the end, but not a big deal. I really would also like to see how the Pathfinder School land has changed since I was there back in Sept of 2010. I wants me a Yurt. :)
excellent bob backpack, learn a lot with you and cody lundin I thank you guys for the videos, were few in Brazil, helped a lot more! my bob looks like its more'm still riding, thank Dave Canterbury ..
I always carry a can of chafing fuel. I bought a dozen at Sam's. Very inexpensive. Each one has a screw on lid and burns blue for 4 hours. I also have the windproof MSR stove with matching pot. Boils water faster than my microwave 1.5 minutes. MSR is last resort. Chafing fuel gets a fire started in even a damp environment. Then put it out and save the fuelif you can. Smokeless.
If you are looking for a new source for your widemouth guyot bottle...It's now carried through Nalgene Great Vid...like your take on wool...I've always found it to be superiour to the new "technical" fabrics
I just realized what the opening for the Long Hunter videos reminds me of. The stop and go photos are like the little girl coming out of the well on "The Ring." LOL but a lot less creepy. Love this video series!
Ever made a powder horn to go w/ your kit... I use a pre-measured-drilled-out-chunk of antler for my powder measure, that way you can dip your horn right into it and then dump it in...
Great Video! I like eastwing hatchets and axes. Poor sheep. I'm going to survive in the woods in iowa northeast iowa for 4 days. I'm getting some experience with winter wilderness survival. I have watched all of your vids. Any quick tips or helpful thoughts before I head out. I'm going for a 2 day light weight trip to see if i can put my gear/knowledge to practice.
One thing I might add about the cookware. I do survival trips living off the land and trying to cut up wild game and cook it in a small pot like that can be difficult and can take a lot of time. What are your recomendations for larger cook sets. I carry two larger lightweight pots and small skillet. What products have you used for cooking larger meals for a bushcraft kit. Thanks
Hello Dave, First of all, what a wonderful series of videos - Journal of the Yurt. Can you tell me where can I find a good quality wool blanket as you mentioned in this video? Maybe a website or store. What should I look for? If I don't want go with a military wool blanket, where can I find one like yours which is going to really keep me warm? Thank you very much, God Bless you. Caburai
@survivalpros55 u should try also using 100% paraffin wax(available were you findpreserves making supplies are sold/grocery store), a TP roll, and dryer lint. I use approx 6-7 tea candles worth of wax per roll. cut off approx 1/4", then cut a slit in the roll peeling it back and theres a wick. I found it to burn approx 17mins on it's own.
I've used a wooly-pully for years , it's warm even when it's soaking wet , but I personally like the Ther-max fiber clothing better , it's faster drying and lighter than wool. The thing I like about wool for hunting clothing is that it's real quiet.
Dave, I actually check my email everyday now looking for the next video in your series'. I appreciate you sharing the knowledge you have gained throughout your lifetime. I'm curious about what is in the bag that looks like a dogfood bag, at the foot of your cot?
You are not alone on being "Tool Heavy" You can still get 'Wool' blankets through the Amish,or check out Lehmans- they market to goods not easily found anymore
Just got a 100% Italian Mil. Wool Blanket. Got love the smell of Moth Balls in the morning...lol Have you hear of a place to get the Guyat 32oz Straight Wall bottles? I've been looking and your right they are hard to find. Great vids man. My wife and I watch all of them. Can't wait for another season of Dual Survival!!!!!
@azratt Don't know if your could try merino. It doesn't itch, but maybe it would be a problem for you. It's expensive, but it has a lot of advantages over wool (it sort of IS wool, but it's a different type, so it doesn't do all the same things).
You sold me on the whole wool thing. I spent some money on a Pendleton virgin wool blanket for backpacking. Its heavy, but worth every penny. Thank You.
Daev thank you. I love your channel and have become a youtube junkie watching your videos. A word on "common man" axes, if I may? Council Tool Hudson's bay axe. At about 25 bucks it's about the best "real" axe I have found. The handle finish was a bit rough to me out of the box, so I refinished it with pumice linseed n turtlewax. The blade needed a bit of tuning, also. but, for $25 it's a very solid tool from a great old US company. would love to see it reviewed someday...
@Hutzjohn I honestly don't know...I would try calling the Rockford center they should let you know. I like it because it is one piece and unlike the Wetterlings upper neck it's not prone to breaking. I guess,Dave will tell us how it goes. Any sharp axe is a good axe if you life depends on it.I was just trying to give him a common mans option instead of a Wetterlings.Trust me my life was on the line with this product more than once. It helped me create warm fires in the hell month of Feb. Try 1!
Didn't know that a handmade blanket was THAT good. Pretty incredible. I see those Rail Rider pants have a zipper on the sides of the cargo pockets? How do you like that? I think I'm going to try sewing one into an old pair of cargos now.f
I went thru boot camp for the navy in a blizzard back in early 96 if wasn't for wool i don't know how any of us would have made it. ... we woke up too -45 every morning in Great Lakes, IL. and Marched about 2 miles just for breakfast before the sun even rose. It never got any warmer than -10 for about 6 weeks. So when i say have wool for cold weather I really mean it.
Dave, the Duluth gloves are very similar to the infantry mittens that I have. I suggested to Duluth that they add a mitten with a trigger finger. They were not very agreeable. However, if you were to suggest it, they would probably be more willing to listen. Thanks.
i dont know if anyone else has already said this, but using film canisters for food or medicinal use can be hazardous due to the previous content of the film being in them which apparently cant be cleaned out. i dont know how true this is, but as it doesnt concern me i havent taken the time to research it. but those who do use them, maybe its just something to check out. great vid though and it helped me choose my winter kit. thanks alot!
found a real nice extreme cold weather parka at the local surplus store for 125.00 and snapped it up, had a fur lined hood and went down to about mid thigh, drawstring waist and dual cuffs. lots of big pockets for stuff. found a wool neck sleeve? its a tube of wool that you put over and around your neck and/or head, and poncho liners
Don't know if it was left out, but I would think you would always want about 2-3 pair of wool socks. I carry 3 one of which is a very heavy duty pair and the others are medium duty. Socks are very important IMHO.
Hey Dave, could you do some videos on the medicinal uses of those spices you were mentioning? I didn't think of that, and I've been wondering what I should put in my medpack for a wilderness trek for a while. I was looking to cover a lot of ground without taking up too much space, and I didn't know how to carry these things or what to carry. If you get this, please make a vid on that. It's an area I'm lacking in, and I'd really appreciate it. Maybe on the SAN, like a segment on that topic?
i see this but would like to see how you pack them to get at it . a break down on what you pack where whar things would be at the top of the pack and placement for weight distirbution for ease of carry
Love the idea of spices for medicine. Can you tell us what all six of the spices you carry are and how you use them in a follow up video. I definately want to add this concept to my pack for an upcoming trek.
I've been rewatching your older videos. Just as relevant today as then.
When I need advice for all things outdoors, this man is the resource I listen to. His no nonsense approach to solving, tolerating, and even thriving in real world situations is simply the best. If you only listen to one person for knowledge, skills and abilities needed to be successful in a survival situation this is the go to source for all the information you need. I'd like to thank you Dave for sharing your decades of wisdom with people. I've learned more from you than any of the gadget gurus. Saved me a bunch of money too. Hope you're well and God bless you for all you do to help people.
found a couple of real nice pure wool sweaters at the local goodwill for 4.00 each as well as a wool blanket. don't dismiss your local thrift stores for preps, never know what they are going to show up with, found a nice nice down coat for 8.00 and got it half off for 4.00. just have to pick and choose. found camping supplies as well as stainless steel water bottles (none large mouthed unfortunately) for next to nothing
Classic video that brings me back to my childhood.
I tell you what I love for my axe handles is a tennis grip. They are like 3 bucks and super cushiony. Never got a blister using one. It also works great on machete handles.
Excellent point there at the end Dave, “I’ll carry more in the winter or extended outings but the ‘more’ isn’t more gadgets,… it’s more of the important stuff that’s been tried and true over time”
This Dude is a meat eating Survivalist! Top notch knowledge, and thriving in the worst. He knows what he's talking about, hands down this guy has a Strong will to live. His knowledge with ropes, land navigation is a unique skill to carry.
Great content! Sharp Hatchet n Knife.
Cold weather, a firekit and stainless pot is essential. With some good fat caribou meat stewing with some veggies.
Dave, your a real man. I look up to you and respect you, and I'm 71 years old.
I'm really loving this getting back to our roots thing. It has saved me a lot of money and has totally changed my preception of self reliance...so much infact that i have sold most of my gear and am starting over.
This is ANOTHER must see for anyone. Dave you may be an outdoor type person but you are also a very HIGH CLASS MAN. Thank-you for sharing your knowledge and experience.
Sold me on the wool blanket thing, I got one that's 100 percent wool, took it camping with some buddies, it got down to about 30 degrees that night, I was toasty warm, my buddy who bought a 30 degree sleeping bag froze. Thanks so much got the tip.
Always a pleasure to watch you Dave. Great, simple to understand system.
Nice to see you keep a journal, it's a good habit of a lot of great men through time
Dave, do a search on "Pringle Can Antenna" for Wifi. You can use a Pringles can to direct Wifi signal in a direction. You might be able to hit your camp.
Sir, I thank you for all the work you have put in to all your videos. I have just found your videos because of another youtuber. He said you were the most comprehensive. He was right, one of the most informative, upfront, honest !!!! I have a select few, self reliance, prepping, bushcrafters, hunters in my favourites list, and you sir are among the top !!! Thank you again !!!
Dave, great video, I too love my US wool blankets; I also find wool breaths well also cutting down on the drippy arm pits
Watching all these Yurt video's remind's me of Christmas when you had a new video every day pretty much lol really enjoyed this series you did Dave.
Thanks again Mr C.
The winter weather is certainly setting in here. Howling bitter winds and heavy downpours.
Keeping dry may be difficult...but staying warm and comfortable isn't. Your information certainly helps me stay that way.
Take care and stay warm too!
You seem like you'd be a awesome dad to have....your teaching skills and Manor are very clear and calm
@wildernessoutfitters Good point, I can agree with that. For shorter trips up to a week or so, I'd say the sleeping bag will do very good, and you can dry it out when you get home. In really cold weather for an extended period of time I can see the problem with condensation arise. Thanks a lot for all the time you spend making, editing and uploding videos, as well as answering comments. You are indeed a very good person, Dave!
Really appreciate these kinds of lessons. Thanks Dave.
Mr Dave I love the the way you teach and the way you make it easy to understand. And to take everyday and inexpensive items that have multiple uses out of them. I myself watching all these TH-cam folks trying to get their point across I've learned more from you then any of the others sir I have great respect and appreciation for the way you take the time to try to help those better themselves when they're out and about and whatever their situation maybe. I make sure I take good notes so I can remember the items like that beeswax Murray's beeswax that $2 from Dollar General Store from 8 years ago would never know that something like that could be so helpful. so again much respect to you and what you do. and I hope you get these comments. Thank you.
I agree with most of what you recommend, but most of your gear is new high end stuff. A lot of it can be replaced with good military surplus at about a forth the price without losing quality. I have found the Swiss surplus backpack to be great, as are their blankets. Also the Swedish surplus is very high quality. As for axes, Husqvarna sells a very nice one hand forged in Sweden.
Great load out video Dave! I have never heard of the Wilde blanket that you show until now but here in Canada we sometimes use an HBC point blanket. Can be pricey when new but some have been passed down.
Great vid man :) Have to say that you have definitely earned my respect by continuing to regularly post good quality and well thought out TH-cam videos, even after your success with Dual Survival. Your stick-to-itiveness and dedication to the proven ways of the old timers shows that you are the real deal. Best wishes to you and yours and keep it up :)
-Dan
410. You can get a 410/ 45 long colt. It's versatile because of the 410 loads. I use the texas defender on my belt with a good knife and always have a slingshot band in my pack. defender weighs less than 19 oz. sling shot band 1 oz. For spices use straws. fill them up and fold and tape the ends. Straws are always good for sipin out of a spring.
Dave, great video. You show the difference between sustained living out in nature making it your home, contrasted with a trip where one just gets by until they get back home.
Big fan of yours Dave.followed all of dual survival.hope you do well in your future endeavors.
Certainly agree with your wool theory Dave. i am an advocate for wearing "Long Johns" in winter especially when its really cold, and always promote my idea to others when I can. I have tried synthetic pairs and they just do not help to keep oneself warm like a woollen pair of "long Johns" made from merino wool. Thanks Dave.
410. You can get a 410/ 45 long colt. It's versatile because of the 410 loads. I use the texas defender on my belt with a good knife and always have a slingshot band in my pack. defender weighs less than 19 oz. sling shot band 1 oz. For spices use straws. fill them up and fold and tape the ends. Straws are always good for sipin out of a spring. Dont put all the fire stuff in 1 kit if you loose the kit you'll have blisters on your hands and no fire... but he's trackin...
i always get fleece instead of wool, much lighter and takes less space. but that is just for backpacking i'm not talking sustained living or anything
Dave, this is the type of vid/info I was looking for when I posted the request on your FB page. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts and mindset on this type of pack set up. Thanks Brother ! Don
Great Vid Dave. I do 18th Century F&I Canadian impression. Wool is key to keeping warm. I find changing into a dry base layer and thick socks when I make camp essential. For those with less skills a foam pad for sleeping or sitting might be added to the above kit. I'm interested in how the yurt works out. Thanks again. Woodsrunner2007
Love the vid and the 21st Century LH series. It's great to see someone exploring past wisdom with a modern slant on things. Thanks for all your hard work Dave.
Dave,,I also love your vid's, Brother. Thanks for all you do. I am also tool-heavy for the same reasons. I just wanted give some info that I have. I have a Gerber Hatchet (I may be in love with it a little, LOL). But it has a hollow handle, where I store my ceramic rod. I also wrapped the full length of my hatchet handle with 550 Para-cord. Just a thought. Thanks again for everything you do. Just love your stuff. You're a Champion! God bless! Jim from Ohio.
Awesome video Dave. I need to re-make a video of my new and revised pack, but alot of the items are very similar to yours! and could NOT agree more that if a container is not carrying water, then cram it full of something else until you need it for a container!
I'd like to try making most of these things myself, love making survival tools in the garage.
Just gonna have to find a good wool blanket, as I won't be making that. 😅
My walking stick has a hollowed out cap in the top with a notch in the cap that holds a match striking surface, and some matches inside the hollow cavity.
Thanks Dave great vid. Don't forget pemmican for food. I made some six months ago and its still smells and tastes great. Thanks again. Rusty
I like 👍 the videos you explain really good about what you need and how it works your the man very helpful in my journey in summer to winter camping in upper peninsula Michigan camping ⛺️ even ten years later your videos help me thank you I’d love to learn from u more in pathfinder school
love it!!! really good coverage for short hike/trek equipment. if you need anything else i can't think of it right off. great coverage for hikers and outdoorsmen..joe in ny
Dave, I would recommend you try out a Hudson Bay point blanket if you haven't. 100% wool, and a worthy Canadian classic.
I just want to say thank you. I just watched a presentation you made to a group of prepared minded individuals/ you focused on being tool heavy /// wow /// you have totally changed my mind set.
I have metal working skills but no real experience blacksmithing tools / I also have enough bullets but no traps so I intent on buying some traps so that I can start learning / I will also be working on amassing a large stock pile of tool steel scrap and putting the family anvil to use.
Once agin Thank you for sharing your knowledge
Great video as always,Dave! The winter is coming in Sweden so your advices on the winter pack really comes in handy.
Ahhh the good ole days…sure wish this was the same channel as it was then.
I used to LOVE this channel! Damn near lived by it….everyone gets jaded though
i started building my b pack with the wool blanket bed roll you did a while ago. stil need to imlrove some items, a better axe for starters, tool heavy is the way to go
Hey Dave, I have several of Cj's Blankets, and a matchcoat. Tony Baker of Baker's Bundles is making blankets that are WONDERFUL. I am looking at getting one from him. The wool is thicker and heavier. I love Cj and Ed's stuff, but since she isn't making them I am putting mine up for home use and looking at other options. Also I know you are THE MAN (think Chuck Norris of survival) But i have made lots and lots and lots of char in an altoid tin with out poking a hole saves from making a hole.
Fantastic video Dave.
As always very educational..Thanks for sharing Dave.
Thanks again Dave for the video's! Your a natural born teacher!
keep us updated on how it goes once the snow gets deep!
id love to do a winter week or 2 in the snow.
thanks for posting dave! allways good vids!
Great video as always, Dave - thanks! Dead on about the 'wool' blankets - far too many are advertised as wool, but don't say they are blended with something else even though just about all of them are. Agree with you - cost of a 100% thick wool blanket is worth more than it's weight in gold.
Now I feel like I've overdone my fire kit... I have a flint+steel, mini bic, matches, ferro rod, magnifying lens, djeep large lighter, 9V battery and steel wool, and my lucky zippo. To go with them I have cotton balls with petroleum jelly, paper (Which I use for wads for my rifle), char cloth, steel wool, a small bag of saw dust, and a pouch of dried moss I collected in October during my deer hunt. Think I might add an eyedropper bottle full of lamp oil as well but still unsure on it.
Check out his Journal of the Yurt series. It is a very good series on that shelter and surviving in it for a while.
Bring back the yurt series Dave.
Loved it.
Dave, I think Dual Survival is an Awesome show man! Enjoy your You Tube Videos too. You are the man.
you should try starting fires with the lint from a dryer. you find it around your house more and it sparks up from a fire steel realy easy. but good job.
Great vid. I would have liked to see it all in the pack at the end, but not a big deal. I really would also like to see how the Pathfinder School land has changed since I was there back in Sept of 2010. I wants me a Yurt. :)
Thanks for sharing your vast knowledge with me Dave my friend. I totally appreciate it! God bless. John
Thanks Dave, I always get allot from your videos.
excellent bob backpack, learn a lot with you and cody lundin I thank you guys for the videos, were few in Brazil, helped a lot more! my bob looks like its more'm still riding, thank Dave Canterbury ..
thanks for givin the name of your wool jacket. been wonderin ever since i seen it the 1st time a yr or so ago. your the man
with the wool blanket.. AUSTRALIAN MERINO WOOL !!! best wool in the world and thats been proving by many awards
I always carry a can of chafing fuel. I bought a dozen at Sam's. Very inexpensive. Each one has a screw on lid and burns blue for 4 hours. I also have the windproof MSR stove with matching pot. Boils water faster than my microwave 1.5 minutes. MSR is last resort. Chafing fuel gets a fire started in even a damp environment. Then put it out and save the fuelif you can. Smokeless.
If you are looking for a new source for your widemouth guyot bottle...It's now carried through Nalgene
Great Vid...like your take on wool...I've always found it to be superiour to the new "technical" fabrics
Pathfinder Cribs..LOL I can't wait for that one. It's gonna be awesome! Great Video Dave!!
The Hudson Bay company is still making their famous wool blankets at the same factory in England, and yes they are expensive.
Thanks for sharing Dave.
Awesome set up...any ideas on where to look for a wool blanket as good as yours?
I just realized what the opening for the Long Hunter videos reminds me of. The stop and go photos are like the little girl coming out of the well on "The Ring." LOL but a lot less creepy.
Love this video series!
Ever made a powder horn to go w/ your kit... I use a pre-measured-drilled-out-chunk of antler for my powder measure, that way you can dip your horn right into it and then dump it in...
Dave, a true outdoorsman.
Great Video! I like eastwing hatchets and axes. Poor sheep. I'm going to survive in the woods in iowa northeast iowa for 4 days. I'm getting some experience with winter wilderness survival. I have watched all of your vids. Any quick tips or helpful thoughts before I head out. I'm going for a 2 day light weight trip to see if i can put my gear/knowledge to practice.
One thing I might add about the cookware. I do survival trips living off the land and trying to cut up wild game and cook it in a small pot like that can be difficult and can take a lot of time. What are your recomendations for larger cook sets. I carry two larger lightweight pots and small skillet. What products have you used for cooking larger meals for a bushcraft kit. Thanks
Hello Dave,
First of all, what a wonderful series of videos - Journal of the Yurt.
Can you tell me where can I find a good quality wool blanket as you mentioned in this video?
Maybe a website or store. What should I look for?
If I don't want go with a military wool blanket, where can I find one like yours which is going to really keep me warm?
Thank you very much,
God Bless you.
Caburai
I'm curious if you have ever added lanolin to any of your wool items to help improve their water repelling qualities?
Great videos Dave, many thanks.
@survivalpros55 u should try also using 100% paraffin wax(available were you findpreserves making supplies are sold/grocery store), a TP roll, and dryer lint. I use approx 6-7 tea candles worth of wax per roll. cut off approx 1/4", then cut a slit in the roll peeling it back and theres a wick. I found it to burn approx 17mins on it's own.
I've used a wooly-pully for years , it's warm even when it's soaking wet , but I personally like the Ther-max fiber clothing better , it's faster drying and lighter than wool. The thing I like about wool for hunting clothing is that it's real quiet.
Excellent!!!! Another really great instructional survival video.+++++ Great job Dave. Sincerely Whispering Cloud.
I agree completely. The only "gadget" you need is in between your ears. Everything else is tools in helping to implement that knowledge into survival.
Dave, I actually check my email everyday now looking for the next video in your series'. I appreciate you sharing the knowledge you have gained throughout your lifetime. I'm curious about what is in the bag that looks like a dogfood bag, at the foot of your cot?
You are not alone on being "Tool Heavy"
You can still get 'Wool' blankets through the Amish,or check out Lehmans- they market to goods not easily found anymore
Just got a 100% Italian Mil. Wool Blanket. Got love the smell of Moth Balls in the morning...lol Have you hear of a place to get the Guyat 32oz Straight Wall bottles? I've been looking and your right they are hard to find. Great vids man. My wife and I watch all of them. Can't wait for another season of Dual Survival!!!!!
@azratt Don't know if your could try merino. It doesn't itch, but maybe it would be a problem for you. It's expensive, but it has a lot of advantages over wool (it sort of IS wool, but it's a different type, so it doesn't do all the same things).
You sold me on the whole wool thing. I spent some money on a Pendleton virgin wool blanket for backpacking. Its heavy, but worth every penny. Thank You.
Great vid Dave. The yurt looks good.
Daev thank you. I love your channel and have become a youtube junkie watching your videos. A word on "common man" axes, if I may? Council Tool Hudson's bay axe. At about 25 bucks it's about the best "real" axe I have found. The handle finish was a bit rough to me out of the box, so I refinished it with pumice linseed n turtlewax. The blade needed a bit of tuning, also. but, for $25 it's a very solid tool from a great old US company. would love to see it reviewed someday...
dave, using a directional antenna you should be able to get signal
@Hutzjohn
I honestly don't know...I would try calling the Rockford center they should let you know. I like it because it is one piece and unlike the Wetterlings upper neck it's not prone to breaking. I guess,Dave will tell us how it goes. Any sharp axe is a good axe if you life depends on it.I was just trying to give him a common mans option instead of a Wetterlings.Trust me my life was on the line with this product more than once. It helped me create warm fires in the hell month of Feb. Try 1!
That intro was your best in my opinion.
Didn't know that a handmade blanket was THAT good. Pretty incredible. I see those Rail Rider pants have a zipper on the sides of the cargo pockets? How do you like that? I think I'm going to try sewing one into an old pair of cargos now.f
I went thru boot camp for the navy in a blizzard back in early 96 if wasn't for wool i don't know how any of us would have made it. ... we woke up too -45 every morning in Great Lakes, IL. and Marched about 2 miles just for breakfast before the sun even rose. It never got any warmer than -10 for about 6 weeks. So when i say have wool for cold weather I really mean it.
Dave, the Duluth gloves are very similar to the infantry mittens that I have. I suggested to Duluth that they add a mitten with a trigger finger. They were not very agreeable. However, if you were to suggest it, they would probably be more willing to listen.
Thanks.
i dont know if anyone else has already said this, but using film canisters for food or medicinal use can be hazardous due to the previous content of the film being in them which apparently cant be cleaned out. i dont know how true this is, but as it doesnt concern me i havent taken the time to research it. but those who do use them, maybe its just something to check out. great vid though and it helped me choose my winter kit. thanks alot!
found a real nice extreme cold weather parka at the local surplus store for 125.00 and snapped it up, had a fur lined hood and went down to about mid thigh, drawstring waist and dual cuffs. lots of big pockets for stuff. found a wool neck sleeve? its a tube of wool that you put over and around your neck and/or head, and poncho liners
Don't know if it was left out, but I would think you would always want about 2-3 pair of wool socks. I carry 3 one of which is a very heavy duty pair and the others are medium duty. Socks are very important IMHO.
Looks like a quality mess kit, trying to find 1 for awhile, thanks again for another informative video!
Hey Dave, could you do some videos on the medicinal uses of those spices you were mentioning? I didn't think of that, and I've been wondering what I should put in my medpack for a wilderness trek for a while. I was looking to cover a lot of ground without taking up too much space, and I didn't know how to carry these things or what to carry. If you get this, please make a vid on that. It's an area I'm lacking in, and I'd really appreciate it. Maybe on the SAN, like a segment on that topic?
i see this but would like to see how you pack them to get at it . a break down on what you pack where whar things would be at the top of the pack and placement for weight distirbution for ease of carry
Love the idea of spices for medicine. Can you tell us what all six of the spices you carry are and how you use them in a follow up video. I definately want to add this concept to my pack for an upcoming trek.