Wilderness Innovation: The BEST Poncho, poncho liner out there. Why the bushcraft community does not know by now, is just crazy. Course, it did take the community a decade to drop the Bahco and go with the Silky. I guess it will take a TH-camr with a million subscribers to start the trend.
I agree whole heartedly! I own both the 5oz. and the 3.5oz. I posted a couple videos, here are the links. th-cam.com/video/LMYar6x4OHg/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/JmACVSYRg4w/w-d-xo.html
I absolutely agree with you about wearing camouflage clothing. I want to see wild life. The deer wear camouflage and can't be seen until they move. I move through the forest so quiet they don't know I'm there and I don't break ferns, etc. Stealth is how I operate. Also, my tent is camouflage and all my gear is earth tones. I want to disappear in the forest, especially these days with 2 footed predators out there more than ever. Every other week for the past 3 years, I stealth wild camped where no-one else goes to practice my bug out skills. My BOB has no electronics, except for headlamp and flashlight. Tech adds weight and I'd rather carry that weight in food and water. I am already mentally in the 1800's, so when something happens to put us back there, I'm comfortable with it. I actually prefer it! At first, I carried a NOAA weather radio, but I became do sensitive to the change in pressure and other cues that I can feel when a storm is approaching. I generally get about 5-10 minutes notice to put things put away and take cover. I carry a compass, but I've learned to navigate without it, if need be. Now I understand what it means "skills weigh less". :) I prefer carved oak stakes I make myself over titanium/aluminum takes in very rocky forest soil because they stay in better.
You put forward a couple of new and useful ideas in the video, John. No need to apologise! I noticed a couple of things that could have made you more comfortable, though. First, there was a ton of leaf litter on the forest floor. Next time, gather a large pile of it into a browse bed and stake down your ground cloth on top of the pile. Make it about four inches thick. Your body will compress it, but it will insulate you from the ground and help to soften up those uneven spots you talked about. You can throw a large plastic trash bag into your kit to make gathering the leaf litter easier. Second, try using your water bladder as a pillow! Thanks again. Good to see you out there doing this stuff!
Better quality than you thought when the editing was done! I do not like ponchos because condensation while hiking nullifies their value. I would do the same as you did...but using a tarp. You point out what others have ignored: the poncho/tarp should be fastened so that any rain runs off outside the backlog. A secure low shelter beats no shelter at all in bad weather. Similarly, a fella with a saw and some extra time could section one of the nearby fallen trees to make a quick, low wall along the windward side of the tarp. Next comes the fire and its reflector, set so the wind takes the smoke across the open 'front' of the shelter. Comfort on a camp can be relative, and simple improvements make a 'larger than life' difference. THANKS for taking us along!
First of all James, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. Very Well Said Sir! I have never had any "Wet Weather Gear" that has kept me dry in warm temperatures. Perspiration and condensation has always left me damp to wet. Thank you for sharing your insights in this comment! Great Information Brother! Have a fantastic day James!
Dont be hard on yourself, i think you did a good job....when you overwhelm yourself with something you enjoy it can become a job.... don't bite off more than you can chew 👍👍
There quite a few configurations I've played with. This was just one. The poncho is extra long. It's called the O.P.S.E.C. Poncho. It's made and sold by Survival Solutions.
First of all, I need to apologize Monica for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. I was very tired! I wound up shooting 4 videos that weekend. The RECCE was very physically demanding and I'm not as young as I used to be. I still enjoyed it very much though! God Bless You Monica and Thanks For Commenting! Have a VERY BLESSED Day!
First of all Gean, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. Thank You! I'm glad you found it beneficial! Thank you for watching and commenting! I really appreciate it! Blessings.
No need whatsoever to apologise as your demo was well explained and easy to follow. I like to check out the way others set them up in different situations, and that is one I've never used before, but will do if the situation to do so crops up. Personally I use two USGI ponchos for backpacking, one as a waterproof and fair weather shelter, get the other one out to make a fully enclosed shelter studded together (one half of the studs/snaps are a door) for foul and cold weather, and I use a thin German army fold up sit/kneel/sleep mat, for ground insulation, and a lightweight air bed on top for comfort. The sleep mat and poncho are always in my backpack on a long day hike in case of emergency.
Thank you so much for sharing this! When I first got out of the army in the mid 80's we were still issued shelter halves to make "pup tents". The snaps on the shelter halves matched up perfectly with the poncho snaps. I produced many shelter configurations with two shelter halves and two ponchos. If I could find issued and serviceable shelter haves and ponchos, I could relived the fun I had and use it as the topic of a video!
@@boonedockery7220 Genuine military spec NATO standard sized, snap/studded ponchos are getting harder to come by, but well worth seeking out as they stud together (at least my old British Army 58 pattern ones paired up with my replacement USGI did, three and a couple of poles makes a ‘Baker Tent’ type set up, two half teepees and one A frame in the centre, so I reckon any genuine military surplus NATO member nation’s surplus ponchos will pair or multiple work (I was RAF regular armourer and reserve armourer with the infantry in the Territorials… UK version of the National Guard, when I first used a poncho in the field). They maybe heavier, but they’ll take tremendous punishment, My two old 58s, set up as an enclosed shelter have withstood 50/60 mph winds on high exposed ground… the only con is the condensation (lightweight bivvy bag) and the wee beasties on the ground… shake your boots out in the morning. 😉
@@blackboardbloke We were also issued the heavy duty and light weight versions. I agree the heavy weight poncho was much more like a tarp compared to the light weight version. Very tuff!
I don't know, I could see going through all that if you were on the march and got caught in the rain or in a true emergency situation where you simply had no other choice or deliberately going out to practice your emergency poncho shelter skills. But to carry all that out on a trip as an intentionally planned shelter I'd rather just carry my tiny little $15 one person Arrowhead tent that I saturated with silicone dissolved in mineral spirits and let dry with a added flap over the only weak point in the tent's design the door where the two corners at the bottom of it leaks so now it's a completely bombproof shelter! I've had this thing out in the most ferocious Storms imaginable for multiple days and haven't had a drop of water leak in plus it has such good ventilation adjustments depending on how far you tie the side flaps of the rain fly out it's amazing. Don't get me wrong, it's good to keep up on your emergency poncho shelter skills and all that but where I live when I do get a chance to get out on one of the rare days that's cold enough to actually enjoy camping here in the heat south I'm going for the enjoyment and comfort style camping setup! And mentioning the heat south, if you are brave enough to go out camping here in the spring summer or fall your going to be sweating and slapping mosquitoes and bugs so sheltering under a open poncho isn't really a viable choice, even the USS Alabama battle ship that's docked in the marsh here has screen doors! Hahaha😂 My Arrowhead tent is bug free and waterproof in warm weather and wind resistant warm and snug in the cold weather so it just makes such a good shelter setup to have a tiny little tent, sleeping bag, and comfortable self inflating sleeping mat to cover all your shelter and sleeping comfort needs with minimal trouble and fuss! Of course getting into flooded wet swampy conditions in the summer time now we're talking about hammocks with a mosquito net, but that's a whole other story...
Thank you for posting and sharing this! I enjoyed reading it. This video was just a demonstration of one type of emergency/necessary shelter. I prefer to hammock camp, but I own several bivvies' and 1 person tents. I'm very intrigued by what you shared about your tent. I just looked it up and the one I found at the price you mentioned was made by Magellan Outdoors. Hopefully budget conscious readers of this comment could use and appreciate this info. I have purchased my "ingredients" to make my own silicone solution. I had planned on making a tarp and waterproofing it. I had considered waterproofing some clothing as well. I am very curious as to how the enclosed spaces of your tent cures? Do you have issues with fabric sticking together? Do you need to frequently turn it inside out? Does the silicone close up the openings of your no-see-um/skeeter netting? Is the silicone solution more or less reflective than the bare fabric? I just watched your video and subscribed to your channel. I liked the manner of application you chose which partially answers a couple of my questions. Any answers to these questions would be deeply appreciated! Thank you again and have a great day!
Watching the recce, I kept waiting for you to kick up a copperhead. I could tell the skeeters were at you…like the night of the blanket walking skunk! 🛌🦨🤣
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. Thank you very much. I plan on filming several more "down and dirty" minimal kit videos this summer. Have a great day my friend!
The log reminded me of Predator when Arnold is under luring beast😂😂😂😂 In permissive sitches I use the inflatable KLMIT Static V Realtree Xtra inside my bag. Total life changer!!! Zzz like a baby……I switched to Repel all natural DEET free Eucalyptus spray years ago and never been bitten. It’s like kryptonite. Great video brother. D😎🇺🇸
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. Thanks for the chuckle! I have a Klymit I use frequently but chose to omit it from this video as I wanted to limit some of the creature comforts to demonstrate a minimal camp. I will look for the Repel DEET Free spray! I really could have used it that night! Thank you for the great comment Brother! Have a great day!
Did you have a pillow Brother John? Seems to be a sensible setup. You did all 3 videos in one day and I watched all 3 in one day! Good job to us both. Blessings.
I actually used my camera battery case as a pillow. It wasn't perfect, but it worked and was fairly comfortable! I actually filmed 4 videos. I went home for my grandsons birthday and came back that evening to film the 4th. Thanks for your dedicated support! It is very much appreciated and I am blessed by your friendship! Have a fantastic day Brother!
I could easily get by with OD during the green months and a mix of OD and Coyote in the brown months. Nature always supplies "CAMOUFLAGE" to use should you NEED it!
YES honey I don't wear pink when I go in the woods... why?? Umm it's like your make-up babe, I like to blend in and look pretty like the Trees and the bushes.. ok?.... ok.. LOL. Nice go-no-go on the ponchos multi-use John!. I have to say for years now my use of hammocks has increased a lot and I can concur with you on the No See-Ums I would even go as far as to suggest getting one of those netted face/head hoods they work Great and aren't very much at all (worth the peace & quiet), especially at night when you don't want to hear them going for your ears & nose, etc.. anyway. Sorry to see you not having a gewd day out in the wild, especially when you don't get that many.. But I would love to see the turkey footage, u know how to send it lol... Give my love to the fam, ttyl.. Kyle
First of all Kyle, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. It has been nearly a year since I have last Hammock Camped! I have so many ground options I haven't used or used enough I decided to switch my camp kit. Trust me, I'll be returning to the tress soon! I know I was exhausted and a little out of sorts but once I was up and going with a few cups of joe, I was in much better spirits and felt very positive about the weekend. I do have some skeeter net options I will be adding to my kit next time! just forgot to pack any. I will try to post that turkey footage on my community page of the channel. It's pretty short but very gratifying. Love to you and yours Kyle! Have a great day!
Summer and winter in one week? Sounds like my AO. This coming weekend, although a popular camping time, there is about a 50% or better chance of snow traditionally. Being tired and setting shelter is good practice!
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. Thank You! Most will ever intentionally put themselves in unpleasant conditions or circumstances to test their skills and knowledge. The area of my semi-permanent camp is a perfect lab for these types of experiments as it is close to home and i have cell service in case things were to go south. Thanks again and have a fantastic day!
First of all James, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. The pad is the Thermarest Z-Lite SOL. It's pretty nice I have to admit. It is a little "spendy" for what it is however. I have recently discovered that Thermarest made a folding mat for the USMC and surplus pads can be had for around $25 in great shape. I plan on ordering one. They appear to be much more durable than the Z-Lite. Most of the terrain I camp in can be a little rough on my kit. Thank you very much for commenting James! Have a great and blessed day!
Thank You Very much Brother! The website is survival-solutions.com however, after checking their website, I don't believe you can order them online. but the site has a contact page in which you should be able to find out how to order one.
I honestly lucked out with the Camogram (Multicam) Swagman Roll. I saw them on Amazon years ago and ordered two. One for me and one for my buddy John. Crye sued Helikon-Tex and they stopped all camogram product production. Helikon-Tex has begun to produce some of their products in official, licensed Multicam. However, it's a small fraction of what they originally produced. There are several companies producing "similar" products in Multicam. One of which is Wilderness Innovation. Their version is called the Osni. I own two. 1 is the 3.5 oz. insulation and the other is the 5 oz. I purchased them primarily for use as top and bottom hammock quilts. Links: Company: wildernessinnovation.com/ Osni: wildernessinnovation.com/osni-gear/
Historically, In Australia and New Zealand, a "Swagman" was a traveling laborer. He carried his possessions with him in a bag called a "Swag". The Helicon-tex company designed a hooded poncho liner witch could be configured in multiple ways including a sleeping bag (for a slender person).
Great Video,,,!!! One quick question,,,, I’ve seen Shawn Kelly and yourself use the accordion type thermarest ground pads. I’ve used the thermarest self inflating pad for around 30 years. They even roll up smaller then the accordion type. They keep the cold out and are excellent for my back,,, have You ever tried one,,??? Have you started selling your patches yet,,,??? God’s Blessings to You,,, Joshua
First of all Joshua, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. To answer your question, YES, have two Thermarest self inflating air mattresses, a Nemo Winter air mattress and, I believe it's a Klymit Air mattress. They are all that you say they are. I do use them. However, I use them in conjunction with a foam pad in winter or cold weather as they are prone to puncturing. The folding have come in handy for make shift (and fast) camp chairs and kneeling pads. I just received my new patches last night. I think they turned out well. I will be posting a video and posting instructions on my community page as to how to request and receive them just as soon as I sort out the fine details. I also have stickers of three of the designs. I'll be posting that information ASAP. Thank you very much for commenting! I really appreciate it! May God Bless You And Yours Joshua!
In cold or wet or windy weather you could have ran the poncho the long side against the tree and blocked it underneath the tree with debris. Have fun stay safe.
Great video! How did you score a multicam Swagman Roll? I didn't think they were available in the US. Is the OpSec poncho as good as the GI poncho? Thanks, Dan
First of all Dan, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. I seriously lucked out on the Multicam Swagman Roll! I just happened to see them on Amazon. There were 2 in stock. I ordered them both and gifted one to my buddy John Walsh. Helikon Tex named their "Multicam" pattern Camogram. Apparently, that wasn't good enough for Crye Precision and the sale of all Helikon's Multicam/Camogram products could not be sold in the U.S.. As of now, I don't think the Multicam/Camogram pattern is even used for the Swagman Roll any longer. Their new Penncott pattern is awesome, yet everywhere I've looked it's sold out. I think Crye really shot themselves in the foot with licensing of the pattern. They lost some huge contracts and the opportunity of making millions on lower cost licensing (IMHO). The OpSec ponch is very well made and the extra length really comes in handy. I had planned on doing a "Poncho Comparison" Video. However, I can not find a G.I. Issue OCP poncho anywhere! very frustrating. I am not certain that the OpSec is even in production any longer. I'll have to look into that. Dan, Thank you very much for commenting! Have a great and Blessed day!
No. All of the predators that are in my area are hunted. They avoid contact. The only close encounter I ever had at night was with a skunk. I simply played dead, it sniffed me all over at one point we were touching nose to nose. he eventually just walked away.
@@boonedockery7220 no problem. I got a good laugh when you wer talking about how the night was, most of us have been there at least one time or another but for me that's half the fun
Why drape it over the log? You lose so much coverage. Rain would just roll round the log anyway so no worries there. A lot of time and effort and coverage wasted.
I have set up tarp shelters with logs several times in the past. It is essential to have the back end of the tarp on the down hill side of the log. Rain and Wind will exploit any and all gaps that are present. If the tarp permits an overhang on the back side of the log it is an excellent place to keep some of your kit out of the weather and accessible at your head. The poncho I used was an OPSEC poncho which is much longer that a standard poncho. I had more than enough coverage. Believing the weather man's forecast had everything to do with my choice of poncho shelter selection. Had rain or heavy rain been forecasted I would have chosen a far different configuration. As far as time wasted? Negligible. The top end of the tarp has to be secured whether it be over a log, out to trees or cut poles. It is by no means a perfect shelter. I have never found a perfect shelter made with a poncho. The closest I ever came was by wearing it over myself wearing my kit sitting on a log at the base of a tree. Little sleep, little comfort, but me and my kit were dry the next morning and was ready to move out when the rain stopped just before sunrise. Thank you very much for commenting and I hope you have a great evening.
First time watching any of your work. A few red flags right off the bat, whats up with the tacti-cool gear? In a combat situation, meh, maybe… even at that a greyman look is better suited as the choice of true professionals. Tacti-cool tends to make you a target (i mean, larp all you want, just dont leave your property unless youre actively attempting to put people on edge) Next, “your secret place” thats some stuff my kid said back in middle school. What finally made me turn your video off was the threading of the 550 the long way after tying on the stick; even worse, you snapped the stick short enough that the sharp ends will stab and rip holes in your poncho in the wind when there are two apropriate methods: 1- longer sticks so the ends are far enough off the tarp so not to stab into the fabric. 2- take your knife and round of those ends… so they dont stab and rip your fabric. Again, first time seeing your work, red flags screaming “poser” all over the place. Skill up or do a better job teaching those skills. As youre currently teaching, there will be failures in the field. And in the wrong set of circumstances, thats a life in danger by hypothermia.
Thanks for watching the video and posting your comment. The wonderful thing about TH-cam is there are tons of channels to choose from. I hope you find many that inspire you to post glowing comments of praise. Peace go with you.
Wilderness Innovation: The BEST Poncho, poncho liner out there. Why the bushcraft community does not know by now, is just crazy. Course, it did take the community a decade to drop the Bahco and go with the Silky. I guess it will take a TH-camr with a million subscribers to start the trend.
I agree whole heartedly! I own both the 5oz. and the 3.5oz. I posted a couple videos, here are the links. th-cam.com/video/LMYar6x4OHg/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/JmACVSYRg4w/w-d-xo.html
I absolutely agree with you about wearing camouflage clothing. I want to see wild life. The deer wear camouflage and can't be seen until they move. I move through the forest so quiet they don't know I'm there and I don't break ferns, etc. Stealth is how I operate. Also, my tent is camouflage and all my gear is earth tones. I want to disappear in the forest, especially these days with 2 footed predators out there more than ever. Every other week for the past 3 years, I stealth wild camped where no-one else goes to practice my bug out skills.
My BOB has no electronics, except for headlamp and flashlight. Tech adds weight and I'd rather carry that weight in food and water. I am already mentally in the 1800's, so when something happens to put us back there, I'm comfortable with it. I actually prefer it! At first, I carried a NOAA weather radio, but I became do sensitive to the change in pressure and other cues that I can feel when a storm is approaching. I generally get about 5-10 minutes notice to put things put away and take cover. I carry a compass, but I've learned to navigate without it, if need be. Now I understand what it means "skills weigh less". :) I prefer carved oak stakes I make myself over titanium/aluminum takes in very rocky forest soil because they stay in better.
You are in a very good place! There are going to be a ridiculous number of people that are going to suffer horribly due to their lack of preparedness.
You put forward a couple of new and useful ideas in the video, John. No need to apologise! I noticed a couple of things that could have made you more comfortable, though. First, there was a ton of leaf litter on the forest floor. Next time, gather a large pile of it into a browse bed and stake down your ground cloth on top of the pile. Make it about four inches thick. Your body will compress it, but it will insulate you from the ground and help to soften up those uneven spots you talked about. You can throw a large plastic trash bag into your kit to make gathering the leaf litter easier. Second, try using your water bladder as a pillow! Thanks again. Good to see you out there doing this stuff!
Great Tips! Thank You!
Better quality than you thought when the editing was done! I do not like ponchos because condensation while hiking nullifies their value. I would do the same as you did...but using a tarp. You point out what others have ignored: the poncho/tarp should be fastened so that any rain runs off outside the backlog. A secure low shelter beats no shelter at all in bad weather. Similarly, a fella with a saw and some extra time could section one of the nearby fallen trees to make a quick, low wall along the windward side of the tarp. Next comes the fire and its reflector, set so the wind takes the smoke across the open 'front' of the shelter. Comfort on a camp can be relative, and simple improvements make a 'larger than life' difference. THANKS for taking us along!
First of all James, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately.
Very Well Said Sir! I have never had any "Wet Weather Gear" that has kept me dry in warm temperatures. Perspiration and condensation has always left me damp to wet.
Thank you for sharing your insights in this comment! Great Information Brother! Have a fantastic day James!
Camouflage helps spotting wildlife for sure. :))
God bless you.
Agreed completely! God bless you as well!
@@boonedockery7220 Thank you brother! And He surely does! :))
Dont be hard on yourself, i think you did a good job....when you overwhelm yourself with something you enjoy it can become a job.... don't bite off more than you can chew 👍👍
Thanks for the advice! I appreciate it very much!
A ridge line between two trees and a lean-to configuration is very quick as well. Interesting poncho you have. It looks really long.
There quite a few configurations I've played with. This was just one. The poncho is extra long. It's called the O.P.S.E.C. Poncho. It's made and sold by Survival Solutions.
I think your video was fine. You look so tired. Thanks for sharing, God bless
First of all, I need to apologize Monica for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. I was very tired! I wound up shooting 4 videos that weekend. The RECCE was very physically demanding and I'm not as young as I used to be. I still enjoyed it very much though! God Bless You Monica and Thanks For Commenting! Have a VERY BLESSED Day!
any video is better than no video. still learned more so thank you
First of all Gean, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately.
Thank You! I'm glad you found it beneficial! Thank you for watching and commenting! I really appreciate it! Blessings.
@@boonedockery7220 I love all your videos and have learned things . You make videos that are a joy to watch and always with something to learn
No need whatsoever to apologise as your demo was well explained and easy to follow. I like to check out the way others set them up in different situations, and that is one I've never used before, but will do if the situation to do so crops up.
Personally I use two USGI ponchos for backpacking, one as a waterproof and fair weather shelter, get the other one out to make a fully enclosed shelter studded together (one half of the studs/snaps are a door) for foul and cold weather, and I use a thin German army fold up sit/kneel/sleep mat, for ground insulation, and a lightweight air bed on top for comfort. The sleep mat and poncho are always in my backpack on a long day hike in case of emergency.
Thank you so much for sharing this! When I first got out of the army in the mid 80's we were still issued shelter halves to make "pup tents". The snaps on the shelter halves matched up perfectly with the poncho snaps. I produced many shelter configurations with two shelter halves and two ponchos. If I could find issued and serviceable shelter haves and ponchos, I could relived the fun I had and use it as the topic of a video!
@@boonedockery7220 Genuine military spec NATO standard sized, snap/studded ponchos are getting harder to come by, but well worth seeking out as they stud together (at least my old British Army 58 pattern ones paired up with my replacement USGI did, three and a couple of poles makes a ‘Baker Tent’ type set up, two half teepees and one A frame in the centre, so I reckon any genuine military surplus NATO member nation’s surplus ponchos will pair or multiple work (I was RAF regular armourer and reserve armourer with the infantry in the Territorials… UK version of the National Guard, when I first used a poncho in the field).
They maybe heavier, but they’ll take tremendous punishment, My two old 58s, set up as an enclosed shelter have withstood 50/60 mph winds on high exposed ground… the only con is the condensation (lightweight bivvy bag) and the wee beasties on the ground… shake your boots out in the morning. 😉
@@blackboardbloke We were also issued the heavy duty and light weight versions. I agree the heavy weight poncho was much more like a tarp compared to the light weight version. Very tuff!
I don't know, I could see going through all that if you were on the march and got caught in the rain or in a true emergency situation where you simply had no other choice or deliberately going out to practice your emergency poncho shelter skills. But to carry all that out on a trip as an intentionally planned shelter I'd rather just carry my tiny little $15 one person Arrowhead tent that I saturated with silicone dissolved in mineral spirits and let dry with a added flap over the only weak point in the tent's design the door where the two corners at the bottom of it leaks so now it's a completely bombproof shelter!
I've had this thing out in the most ferocious Storms imaginable for multiple days and haven't had a drop of water leak in plus it has such good ventilation adjustments depending on how far you tie the side flaps of the rain fly out it's amazing.
Don't get me wrong, it's good to keep up on your emergency poncho shelter skills and all that but where I live when I do get a chance to get out on one of the rare days that's cold enough to actually enjoy camping here in the heat south I'm going for the enjoyment and comfort style camping setup!
And mentioning the heat south, if you are brave enough to go out camping here in the spring summer or fall your going to be sweating and slapping mosquitoes and bugs so sheltering under a open poncho isn't really a viable choice, even the USS Alabama battle ship that's docked in the marsh here has screen doors!
Hahaha😂
My Arrowhead tent is bug free and waterproof in warm weather and wind resistant warm and snug in the cold weather so it just makes such a good shelter setup to have a tiny little tent, sleeping bag, and comfortable self inflating sleeping mat to cover all your shelter and sleeping comfort needs with minimal trouble and fuss!
Of course getting into flooded wet swampy conditions in the summer time now we're talking about hammocks with a mosquito net, but that's a whole other story...
Thank you for posting and sharing this! I enjoyed reading it. This video was just a demonstration of one type of emergency/necessary shelter. I prefer to hammock camp, but I own several bivvies' and 1 person tents.
I'm very intrigued by what you shared about your tent. I just looked it up and the one I found at the price you mentioned was made by Magellan Outdoors. Hopefully budget conscious readers of this comment could use and appreciate this info.
I have purchased my "ingredients" to make my own silicone solution. I had planned on making a tarp and waterproofing it. I had considered waterproofing some clothing as well. I am very curious as to how the enclosed spaces of your tent cures? Do you have issues with fabric sticking together? Do you need to frequently turn it inside out? Does the silicone close up the openings of your no-see-um/skeeter netting? Is the silicone solution more or less reflective than the bare fabric?
I just watched your video and subscribed to your channel. I liked the manner of application you chose which partially answers a couple of my questions. Any answers to these questions would be deeply appreciated! Thank you again and have a great day!
Informative and beneficial video
Watching the recce, I kept waiting for you to kick up a copperhead. I could tell the skeeters were at you…like the night of the blanket walking skunk! 🛌🦨🤣
Oh Aye Lad! It Was A Tale To Be Told!😆😅😂😄👍
Good video John; thanks for sharing your knowledge about this speedy setup.
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately.
Thank you very much. I plan on filming several more "down and dirty" minimal kit videos this summer. Have a great day my friend!
The log reminded me of Predator when Arnold is under luring beast😂😂😂😂 In permissive sitches I use the inflatable KLMIT Static V Realtree Xtra inside my bag. Total life changer!!! Zzz like a baby……I switched to Repel all natural DEET free Eucalyptus spray years ago and never been bitten. It’s like kryptonite. Great video brother. D😎🇺🇸
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately.
Thanks for the chuckle! I have a Klymit I use frequently but chose to omit it from this video as I wanted to limit some of the creature comforts to demonstrate a minimal camp. I will look for the Repel DEET Free spray! I really could have used it that night! Thank you for the great comment Brother! Have a great day!
@@boonedockery7220 no worries my friend. Busy is good. Idle hands are the devils workshop😂. D😎🇺🇸
Did you have a pillow Brother John? Seems to be a sensible setup.
You did all 3 videos in one day and I watched all 3 in one day! Good job to us both. Blessings.
I actually used my camera battery case as a pillow. It wasn't perfect, but it worked and was fairly comfortable! I actually filmed 4 videos. I went home for my grandsons birthday and came back that evening to film the 4th. Thanks for your dedicated support! It is very much appreciated and I am blessed by your friendship! Have a fantastic day Brother!
Video was fine lots of info toremember.
Good set up too
Thank You Very Much!!!!
You are right about muted colors, in my neck of the woods during early summer olive green is better than most camo patterns.
I could easily get by with OD during the green months and a mix of OD and Coyote in the brown months. Nature always supplies "CAMOUFLAGE" to use should you NEED it!
YES honey I don't wear pink when I go in the woods... why?? Umm it's like your make-up babe, I like to blend in and look pretty like the Trees and the bushes.. ok?.... ok.. LOL.
Nice go-no-go on the ponchos multi-use John!. I have to say for years now my use of hammocks has increased a lot and I can concur with you on the No See-Ums I would even go as far as to suggest getting one of those netted face/head hoods they work Great and aren't very much at all (worth the peace & quiet), especially at night when you don't want to hear them going for your ears & nose, etc.. anyway. Sorry to see you not having a gewd day out in the wild, especially when you don't get that many.. But I would love to see the turkey footage, u know how to send it lol... Give my love to the fam, ttyl.. Kyle
First of all Kyle, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. It has been nearly a year since I have last Hammock Camped! I have so many ground options I haven't used or used enough I decided to switch my camp kit. Trust me, I'll be returning to the tress soon! I know I was exhausted and a little out of sorts but once I was up and going with a few cups of joe, I was in much better spirits and felt very positive about the weekend. I do have some skeeter net options I will be adding to my kit next time! just forgot to pack any. I will try to post that turkey footage on my community page of the channel. It's pretty short but very gratifying. Love to you and yours Kyle! Have a great day!
@@boonedockery7220 Don't worry bout it , life's short u do u & keep smiling 😉
Summer and winter in one week? Sounds like my AO. This coming weekend, although a popular camping time, there is about a 50% or better chance of snow traditionally. Being tired and setting shelter is good practice!
First of all, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately.
Thank You! Most will ever intentionally put themselves in unpleasant conditions or circumstances to test their skills and knowledge. The area of my semi-permanent camp is a perfect lab for these types of experiments as it is close to home and i have cell service in case things were to go south. Thanks again and have a fantastic day!
Hello , I would like to know what kind of sleep pad is as I like the way that it fits inside the roll. Happy trails
First of all James, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. The pad is the Thermarest Z-Lite SOL. It's pretty nice I have to admit. It is a little "spendy" for what it is however. I have recently discovered that Thermarest made a folding mat for the USMC and surplus pads can be had for around $25 in great shape. I plan on ordering one. They appear to be much more durable than the Z-Lite. Most of the terrain I camp in can be a little rough on my kit. Thank you very much for commenting James! Have a great and blessed day!
@@boonedockery7220 Many thanks for your reply. No apology needed as know how things can get. Please be safe out there , Happy Trails
Great video, Brother !
You kept mentioning an "OpSec" poncho...where can we get one ?
Thank you in advance for any reply.
Keep up the great work !!!
Thank You Very much Brother! The website is survival-solutions.com however, after checking their website, I don't believe you can order them online. but the site has a contact page in which you should be able to find out how to order one.
Hi. Where did you find a multicam swagman roll? Thank you for the tips
I honestly lucked out with the Camogram (Multicam) Swagman Roll. I saw them on Amazon years ago and ordered two. One for me and one for my buddy John. Crye sued Helikon-Tex and they stopped all camogram product production. Helikon-Tex has begun to produce some of their products in official, licensed Multicam. However, it's a small fraction of what they originally produced.
There are several companies producing "similar" products in Multicam. One of which is Wilderness Innovation. Their version is called the Osni. I own two. 1 is the 3.5 oz. insulation and the other is the 5 oz. I purchased them primarily for use as top and bottom hammock quilts.
Links: Company: wildernessinnovation.com/
Osni: wildernessinnovation.com/osni-gear/
Mate, Australia here, what (please) is that “swagman roll”.
Historically, In Australia and New Zealand, a "Swagman" was a traveling laborer. He carried his possessions with him in a bag called a "Swag". The Helicon-tex company designed a hooded poncho liner witch could be configured in multiple ways including a sleeping bag (for a slender person).
Great Video,,,!!! One quick question,,,, I’ve seen Shawn Kelly and yourself use the accordion type thermarest ground pads. I’ve used the thermarest self inflating pad for around 30 years. They even roll up smaller then the accordion type. They keep the cold out and are excellent for my back,,, have You ever tried one,,??? Have you started selling your patches yet,,,??? God’s Blessings to You,,, Joshua
First of all Joshua, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. To answer your question, YES, have two Thermarest self inflating air mattresses, a Nemo Winter air mattress and, I believe it's a Klymit Air mattress. They are all that you say they are. I do use them. However, I use them in conjunction with a foam pad in winter or cold weather as they are prone to puncturing. The folding have come in handy for make shift (and fast) camp chairs and kneeling pads.
I just received my new patches last night. I think they turned out well. I will be posting a video and posting instructions on my community page as to how to request and receive them just as soon as I sort out the fine details. I also have stickers of three of the designs. I'll be posting that information ASAP. Thank you very much for commenting! I really appreciate it!
May God Bless You And Yours Joshua!
In cold or wet or windy weather you could have ran the poncho the long side against the tree and blocked it underneath the tree with debris. Have fun stay safe.
Absolutely! Bedding Preparations are essential for a restful nights sleep. ESSENTIAL for survival!
Great video! How did you score a multicam Swagman Roll? I didn't think they were available in the US. Is the OpSec poncho as good as the GI poncho? Thanks, Dan
First of all Dan, I need to apologize for the delay in replying to your comment, life has been crazy lately. I seriously lucked out on the Multicam Swagman Roll! I just happened to see them on Amazon. There were 2 in stock. I ordered them both and gifted one to my buddy John Walsh. Helikon Tex named their "Multicam" pattern Camogram. Apparently, that wasn't good enough for Crye Precision and the sale of all Helikon's Multicam/Camogram products could not be sold in the U.S.. As of now, I don't think the Multicam/Camogram pattern is even used for the Swagman Roll any longer. Their new Penncott pattern is awesome, yet everywhere I've looked it's sold out. I think Crye really shot themselves in the foot with licensing of the pattern. They lost some huge contracts and the opportunity of making millions on lower cost licensing (IMHO).
The OpSec ponch is very well made and the extra length really comes in handy. I had planned on doing a "Poncho Comparison" Video. However, I can not find a G.I. Issue OCP poncho anywhere! very frustrating. I am not certain that the OpSec is even in production any longer. I'll have to look into that.
Dan, Thank you very much for commenting! Have a great and Blessed day!
Do you eve worry about snakes, predators (coyotes) or other nocturnal creatures coming into your shelter area with that type of hooch-setup?!
No. All of the predators that are in my area are hunted. They avoid contact. The only close encounter I ever had at night was with a skunk. I simply played dead, it sniffed me all over at one point we were touching nose to nose. he eventually just walked away.
We didn’t see your dinner buddy?
Oh dear
Always assume it’s going to rain and keep groundsheet under cover, changing it during an unexpected downpour in the dark is no fun at all…
TRUTH!!!!
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Thank You! I am sorry for the delay in responding, life has been a little crazy lately! Have a great day!
@@boonedockery7220 no problem. I got a good laugh when you wer talking about how the night was, most of us have been there at least one time or another but for me that's half the fun
Why drape it over the log? You lose so much coverage. Rain would just roll round the log anyway so no worries there. A lot of time and effort and coverage wasted.
I have set up tarp shelters with logs several times in the past. It is essential to have the back end of the tarp on the down hill side of the log. Rain and Wind will exploit any and all gaps that are present. If the tarp permits an overhang on the back side of the log it is an excellent place to keep some of your kit out of the weather and accessible at your head. The poncho I used was an OPSEC poncho which is much longer that a standard poncho. I had more than enough coverage. Believing the weather man's forecast had everything to do with my choice of poncho shelter selection. Had rain or heavy rain been forecasted I would have chosen a far different configuration. As far as time wasted? Negligible. The top end of the tarp has to be secured whether it be over a log, out to trees or cut poles. It is by no means a perfect shelter. I have never found a perfect shelter made with a poncho. The closest I ever came was by wearing it over myself wearing my kit sitting on a log at the base of a tree. Little sleep, little comfort, but me and my kit were dry the next morning and was ready to move out when the rain stopped just before sunrise. Thank you very much for commenting and I hope you have a great evening.
Turkey are not color blind and they have no sense of smell
Noted! Thank You!
First time watching any of your work.
A few red flags right off the bat, whats up with the tacti-cool gear? In a combat situation, meh, maybe… even at that a greyman look is better suited as the choice of true professionals. Tacti-cool tends to make you a target (i mean, larp all you want, just dont leave your property unless youre actively attempting to put people on edge)
Next, “your secret place” thats some stuff my kid said back in middle school.
What finally made me turn your video off was the threading of the 550 the long way after tying on the stick; even worse, you snapped the stick short enough that the sharp ends will stab and rip holes in your poncho in the wind when there are two apropriate methods: 1- longer sticks so the ends are far enough off the tarp so not to stab into the fabric. 2- take your knife and round of those ends… so they dont stab and rip your fabric.
Again, first time seeing your work, red flags screaming “poser” all over the place. Skill up or do a better job teaching those skills. As youre currently teaching, there will be failures in the field. And in the wrong set of circumstances, thats a life in danger by hypothermia.
Thanks for watching the video and posting your comment. The wonderful thing about TH-cam is there are tons of channels to choose from. I hope you find many that inspire you to post glowing comments of praise. Peace go with you.