I know some people frown on stealth camping but, I'm a fan of it. Good practice for if it ever becomes necessary. I've got a couple new camo tarps I'm itching to try. Excellent video sir.
That shelter that Jason made in this video would actually give a pretty high degree of protection vs FLIR, especially if he incorporated a mylar blanket below the poncho but above his bivvy, but I would advise skipping any sort of fire or cooking whatsoever if there is any chance that the other side might be using thermal.
Thanks for video! Y’all are surprising me all the time with your practicality and also not shying away from the point. I really appreciate the honesty and the thoughtfulness
You can also build a Dakota fire hole if you want to mask the flames from the fire. Basically you dig a big hole in the ground (as big as you need) and a smaller hole for ventilation, you connect the two holes with a tunnel and it will burn very nice
I got night vision and I love mine buddy made the goggles to mount on a helmet with his 3d printer and we used the same idea to make scopes works great . Ya can do a budget night vision build so it can be done .
I really do believe that when it comes to moving around in the dark, you are much better off staying put in your shelter rather than wandering around in the dark with a flashlight. Especially in a non permissive environment. You just don't know who/what you might encounter out there. So play it safe, and don't move around possibly drawing unwanted attention to yourself.
Agreed if you're not moving along roads or through open plains. However if you're following roads or through open plain travelling at night is doable even without moonlight. I have really good night vision so I practice night travel regularly through woods without incident.
Yes and no, I've done a few nighttime hikes using regular hiking trails and seen plenty of animal wildlife but not much human wildlife until closer to the suburbs, utility easements aren't much of a thing here in England but plenty of disused railway lines linking towns and villages, lonely at night and not much better during daytime when folks walk dogs along them lol amount of times dogs have found me dozing under a bush or poncho, just gotta use all of your senses at night, smells and sounds let me know of people before I see them usually lol
Really like your thoughts definitely a great concept and practice. On your light I always look for a one that had a red or off color on it. When your camping and have to pee or the first one up you won't wake the whole camp by tripping or shining on everyone.
Great vid I actually carry several tea light candles in baby food jars . I simply put a small eye bolt in the center and a few holes in the lid boom great little lantern/ heater for a small shelter I got a pk of 100 for 2 bucks .
Great video with lots of useful tips for difficult times. I have learned so many cool things of your videos. Thanks a lot Jason stay safe and all the best from 🇦🇹 🤠 👍
@@ONThree I did it months ago because on three is my favorite when it comes to survival and bushcraft. Your videos and those with Alan Kay are always a great experience for me. Thanks for that! All the best from 🇦🇹 🤠 👍 God bless u!🙏
Good video Jason! The principles of stealth camping are very similar as the principles of military escape and evade (E&E) that I learned back in the 1970s and are still being taught. #Red_Dawn #Spetznaz
Nice video, cover a lot of important aspects. I do a lot of rural/wilderness exercises like that here, and apply the same principles. My Snugpack Ionosphere has a camo rainfly and on a proper site with some foliage over it is almost impossible to see, even if you’re looking for it. Better bug protection which is critical here (tropical country) especially during summer. Winter not as extreme thought. Keep up the nice work.
When I studied, I'd be saving on rent by living on a hammock. I'd have it set up literally 30 meters away from my lab in a thick bush. I enjoyed the cat and mouse with the security. They would sometimes walk a meter away from me and have no freakin clue.
Events in modern conflict zones have shown that signature reduction from above can be very important as well. Any tips for the audience on mitigating detection from above? I'd hate to be "average joe just trying to make it" and being confused for "embedded FO/recon element" I know keeping the temperature gradients moderated and a good mylar blanket over your hot spot can help with IR. Camouflage methodology also works from above same as from eye level (outlines shapes and colors in all spectra) but didn't know if you or any of the other folks had any additional relevant tips or techniques.
Ex US Army infantry here, here's what you do: Dig a shallow fighting hole you can lay prone in. (Deeper is obviously better). String out a space blanket that is silver on one side (facing down) and OD green on the other side (facing up) above your position. String out a poncho above that (hopefully yours is colored to match your environment), with an air gap of at least 2" between them. Lay either foliage or a camo net on top of the poncho. Make sure the overhead cover extends far beyond the edges of your hide, and is as low to the ground as you can get it. And again, the deeper your hole, the better this will work. This is an extremely effective mode of hiding from aerial thermal. I have personally employed it in the field against M1 Abrams, M2 bradleys, OH-58 Kiowas and AH-64 apaches when running an OP or hide position.
@@DamionJR4923 you can either use it to create a berm around your position (then cover it up with foliage), or you can just throw a bunch of foliage on top of the pile of dirt. Of course you can also find a natural depression in the ground too. That alone can help mightily against surface level FLIR.
@@Followme556 Make sure you have drainage. Sudden rains can flood your cubby. Speaking from experience. Had to dig 3 M60 firing positions in one night because of runoff and flooding.
@8:12. Thank you, for giving a peek at the elephant in the room. You’re not shoving it down people’s throats. It’s just tucked in your waist. Ready. That’s enough.
I could never bed down in the woods in my area, it's like a jungle with too many snakes and insects, etc... unless I have a good hammock or if it's winter.
Get a surplus US military poncho, I can tell you from first hand experience that they take a lot of abuse. Really any NATO surplus poncho should work fine. Be advised though, the more "heavy duty" the heavier it is. I actually prefer lightweight nylon over heavy duty vinyl for this reason. I have some swiss military ponchos that are about triple the weight of a good nylon poncho, and a heck of a lot bulkier too.
@@ONThree Ok, that's good. At least she won't be trying to have you committed lol. My daughter has connections at Milledgeville. She could probably help her with that. :)
FACTS on the stop, slow down, and rest when you can. To mitigate mistakes.
I know some people frown on stealth camping but, I'm a fan of it. Good practice for if it ever becomes necessary. I've got a couple new camo tarps I'm itching to try. Excellent video sir.
I don't understand that mentality at all. Probably the same people that turn you in for being an unauthorized ham radio user. You know....Karens.
That shelter that Jason made in this video would actually give a pretty high degree of protection vs FLIR, especially if he incorporated a mylar blanket below the poncho but above his bivvy, but I would advise skipping any sort of fire or cooking whatsoever if there is any chance that the other side might be using thermal.
Thank you for this video, found myself in a similar situation in areas were this would apply....
No one ever regretted by very prepared and not being forced to use it. But all regret not being prepared if the need rises/
Thanks for video! Y’all are surprising me all the time with your practicality and also not shying away from the point. I really appreciate the honesty and the thoughtfulness
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Same exact setup I use.
In a non permissive environment slow is fast.
We didn't have the mss when I was in the Corps. I have the bivy now and love it.
Informative and beneficial video
Great video , thanks Jason .
Always good to have a tune up on this subject from time to time
Good subject and presentation
Excellent advice my friend thank you very much God bless you always
You can also build a Dakota fire hole if you want to mask the flames from the fire. Basically you dig a big hole in the ground (as big as you need) and a smaller hole for ventilation, you connect the two holes with a tunnel and it will burn very nice
I got night vision and I love mine buddy made the goggles to mount on a helmet with his 3d printer and we used the same idea to make scopes works great . Ya can do a budget night vision build so it can be done .
I really do believe that when it comes to moving around in the dark, you are much better off staying put in your shelter rather than wandering around in the dark with a flashlight. Especially in a non permissive environment. You just don't know who/what you might encounter out there. So play it safe, and don't move around possibly drawing unwanted attention to yourself.
Agreed if you're not moving along roads or through open plains. However if you're following roads or through open plain travelling at night is doable even without moonlight. I have really good night vision so I practice night travel regularly through woods without incident.
Yes and no, I've done a few nighttime hikes using regular hiking trails and seen plenty of animal wildlife but not much human wildlife until closer to the suburbs, utility easements aren't much of a thing here in England but plenty of disused railway lines linking towns and villages, lonely at night and not much better during daytime when folks walk dogs along them lol amount of times dogs have found me dozing under a bush or poncho, just gotta use all of your senses at night, smells and sounds let me know of people before I see them usually lol
Thank you very much for this video. So practical. The camera work on the knot was great as well!
Really like your thoughts definitely a great concept and practice. On your light I always look for a one that had a red or off color on it. When your camping and have to pee or the first one up you won't wake the whole camp by tripping or shining on everyone.
This has been a great video. This is something I will try with my son this spring. Thanks for all the details.
Great vid I actually carry several tea light candles in baby food jars . I simply put a small eye bolt in the center and a few holes in the lid boom great little lantern/ heater for a small shelter I got a pk of 100 for 2 bucks .
Great video with lots of useful tips for difficult times. I have learned so many cool things of your videos. Thanks a lot Jason stay safe and all the best from 🇦🇹 🤠 👍
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@@ONThree I did it months ago because on three is my favorite when it comes to survival and bushcraft. Your videos and those with Alan Kay are always a great experience for me. Thanks for that! All the best from 🇦🇹 🤠 👍
God bless u!🙏
It may cost a bit more, but I think an IBNS with the ground sheet and a good camo tarp is the way to go for stuff like this.
You are correct about the alcohol flame color. I've found methol alcohol burns pretty clear to light blue. It can be found in the yellow Heet bottles.
Good video Jason!
The principles of stealth camping are very similar as the principles of military escape and evade (E&E) that I learned back in the 1970s and are still being taught.
#Red_Dawn #Spetznaz
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@@Stoney_AKA_James thanks!!!
2:28 "there is no flat ground anywhere"
Laughs in Appalachian
Very different perspective. thanks, this is my first time to view your channel.
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Great job
Where did you get that thermometer/ compass unit. That looks really useful.
Man, I’ve had that for years! I think the brand name is Silva. Not sure where I got it.
Nice video, cover a lot of important aspects. I do a lot of rural/wilderness exercises like that here, and apply the same principles. My Snugpack Ionosphere has a camo rainfly and on a proper site with some foliage over it is almost impossible to see, even if you’re looking for it. Better bug protection which is critical here (tropical country) especially during summer. Winter not as extreme thought. Keep up the nice work.
Great video.
Practical and common sense information.
When I studied, I'd be saving on rent by living on a hammock. I'd have it set up literally 30 meters away from my lab in a thick bush. I enjoyed the cat and mouse with the security. They would sometimes walk a meter away from me and have no freakin clue.
Your intro describes my family reunions!! Lol
Thank you very much for this video.
So practical 🙏
You are welcome!!
Events in modern conflict zones have shown that signature reduction from above can be very important as well. Any tips for the audience on mitigating detection from above? I'd hate to be "average joe just trying to make it" and being confused for "embedded FO/recon element"
I know keeping the temperature gradients moderated and a good mylar blanket over your hot spot can help with IR. Camouflage methodology also works from above same as from eye level (outlines shapes and colors in all spectra) but didn't know if you or any of the other folks had any additional relevant tips or techniques.
Ex US Army infantry here, here's what you do:
Dig a shallow fighting hole you can lay prone in. (Deeper is obviously better).
String out a space blanket that is silver on one side (facing down) and OD green on the other side (facing up) above your position. String out a poncho above that (hopefully yours is colored to match your environment), with an air gap of at least 2" between them.
Lay either foliage or a camo net on top of the poncho.
Make sure the overhead cover extends far beyond the edges of your hide, and is as low to the ground as you can get it. And again, the deeper your hole, the better this will work.
This is an extremely effective mode of hiding from aerial thermal. I have personally employed it in the field against M1 Abrams, M2 bradleys, OH-58 Kiowas and AH-64 apaches when running an OP or hide position.
@@Followme556 Thanks for the information. Where do you hide your dirt from the hole you dug?
@@DamionJR4923 you can either use it to create a berm around your position (then cover it up with foliage), or you can just throw a bunch of foliage on top of the pile of dirt. Of course you can also find a natural depression in the ground too. That alone can help mightily against surface level FLIR.
@@Followme556 Make sure you have drainage. Sudden rains can flood your cubby. Speaking from experience. Had to dig 3 M60 firing positions in one night because of runoff and flooding.
@@DamionJR4923 Spread the dirt around, and kick leaves and debris over it.
Homeless in Aurora, COLO....need this video......
@8:12. Thank you, for giving a peek at the elephant in the room. You’re not shoving it down people’s throats. It’s just tucked in your waist. Ready. That’s enough.
i have that same Olight its awesome lol
What is a baby bag ?
I like the video. I like this kind of Overnighter. I do often the same. You got sub and a like 👍🏻
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Looks good.
I could never bed down in the woods in my area, it's like a jungle with too many snakes and insects, etc... unless I have a good hammock or if it's winter.
Sallier….
Round here in Louisiana we pronounce that
“Sal-yay”
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Who makes true “quality” ponchos?
Get a surplus US military poncho, I can tell you from first hand experience that they take a lot of abuse. Really any NATO surplus poncho should work fine. Be advised though, the more "heavy duty" the heavier it is. I actually prefer lightweight nylon over heavy duty vinyl for this reason. I have some swiss military ponchos that are about triple the weight of a good nylon poncho, and a heck of a lot bulkier too.
True USGI ones are hard to get, there's a lot of knock offs around - which country are you in?
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There are homeless people living in a lot of those areas in St. Augustine, or at least there used to be.
Jason, did your wife think you were nuts on this one or did she already understand that?
She has known that since the beginning.
@@ONThree Ok, that's good. At least she won't be trying to have you committed lol. My daughter has connections at Milledgeville. She could probably help her with that. :)
I live in a city so it's called being homeless now.
Sad fact this is everyone reality in 2023
Oh I like this video and concept. It’s perfect for what’s happening in Ukraine right now. Well done.