I'm so glad youtube exists for people like Greg. Man is living an adventure and we get to learn so much from his knowledge of the outdoors. So thank you Mr Ovens
TH-cam is a political organization. I ts unwanted censorship of people using it to gain political advantage has ruined it. We need an alternative- imagine how cool this could be.
I've been watching you since you played on Alone. I've learned a lot from you. I no longer play in the woods because of an accident that left me in a wheelchair. I still love watching you. I a 56 year old granny.
This is where I live in Vancouver. I really just hope people support this man with some donations. If anyone deserve some money for doing videos it’s this man. Keep up the great work . I swear we have crossed paths in my 46 years of life here. I’m five years sober. I as well have spent years in the bush as well. Love ya man.
33:17 sasquatch watching you in the background, hehe. I've seen three cougars on Vancouver Island so far, one came down to the San Juan river for a drink, watching us the whole time, no threat. I saw one up while up in the mountains near Strathcona Park as it was getting dark - that one was huge and it was unusually dark brown in colour - it was moving pretty fast and in the dusk I thought it was a deer until I saw its long tail.
Man goes to show how big having a tarp/(shelter) with you really can make a huge difference. And the lightweight hammocking tarps that can be had for a reasonable price these days. You should have one in every kit. Turn one of these possible hypothermic situations into a nice day watching the rain out in the woods. Always enjoy your videos brother, keep on 🤙🏻
Aaaah I've been waiting for this all day im finally sat in a hot bath with my cup of coffee and im not moving until I've watched all your video, keep up the great work Greg, much love from Wales UK 💙
I just like to say Greg that you are a fine example of a generous human being so freely sharing your knowledge and vast experience with us thank you very much Brother
This brings back some memories.. I used to work in SE Alaska, on the panhandle(extreme rain forest environment). I was a helicopter hooker in the timber industry. In short I attached cables to fallen logs for helicopters to lift off the mountain to a processing point. For a short while in the spring and fall we had to deal with the snow and cold. I remember one unit I was logging during winter conditions, that had an old rotted out massive hallow spruce tree stump. It was the size of a small teepee on the inside. It had everything I needed to start a fire, pitch on the outside, tinder on the inside. For over a week It was my goto when I was wet and cold, I miss that stump and think about it often. It was one of the coolest ideal setups I have ever found in nature. It really could have been made into an ideal permanent shelter. Good times, great video!
Just found you Mr. Evans. In an age of social media nonsense and e-everything, you are a bona fide savior. Honest. Humble. Genuine. 55 years old here, sharing this with my 19 year old son. They need to be teaching this in schools and the home. Bless you, you are both saving and enriching lives...
Great video Greg. The creek rising as it did was perfect for you to be able to warn of the hazards of setting up too close to one. Look forward to your next adventure!
Tree bark from a half rotten evergreen tree is easy to remove. Placed "cup up cup down" Like a ceramic tile roof, they form a fairly waterproof roof. Then densely folidged branches on top help insulate. Try not to get wet, unless you already have a fire going. Starting a fire when you are dripping wet is nearly impossible!
I'm from Sweden and i really like Greg,my favorite TH-camr! I first saw him on "Alone" and he quickly stood out from the rest of the participants,,i like that he is like the rest of us ,,and he doesn't mind showing when things don't go as planned,,human . Very real and down to earth! 👌😊
There's always something we can learn from all your videos. I value them highly. Thank you for enduring all this for the sake of teaching skills that could save lives in a survival situation. Much respect to you! 😀
Excellent video! Proof that adventures in the wilderness don't always go perfectly to plan. This shows that you have to keep pushing on until you find what works in order to survive. Great lessons, dry creek beds filling, weighing the risks between hypothermia and safety of shelter (tree possibly falling over). I love the rock shelter and I'm glad you got a good night's sleep :)
Smart man with the steaks, pocket knife, and lighter. Seriously no point in suffering in such a beautiful place. You gotta have a good time, and it doesn't detract at all. Thanks Ovens!
Another great video Greg and Finn. This 'adventure' really shows us how difficult it can be to survive with changing weather and temperatures. I'm looking forward to your next fireside chat. Stay safe. Blessings from Ontario.
That's what I'm thinking. It just goes to show you how unpredictable the situations can be, and how to adapt. I think this is a perfect video. May not have been with Greg expected to show us, but, in hindsight, it shows exactly what we needed.
Absolutely SUPER video Greg!!!!!!! Really great information. I make my children watch your videos. Such superb safety information and all sorts of options you cover. You really are saving lives Gregs. Thanks so much for sharing with us!!!!
Dude it's crazy how much your channel has grown. I subscribed when you were at 6k, now you are creeping up on almost 1 million subscribers!!! Keep doing your thing, can't wait to see your next adventures.
i love when greg does vancouver island videos. i live here and id love to get out more and stay safe. and greg always delivers on safe creative ways to survive and have fun
I love this. Most people don't get how wet things get and how erratic the coastal rainforest can be. It's one of my favourite places to train! Thanks for sharing it with the world. Oh, and it can rain for months straight, not just a week
"The hard way" is the only way to truly learn a lesson, at least it is for me. Of course, you have to survive to be able to benefit from learning that lesson. Thanks Greg, stay safe.
Did a trip out to the Olympics in WA last summer, water was the same crystal clear blue like up there on Vancouver Island. The rainforest is ABSOLUTLY incredible! Great video Greg!
It just goes to show you how unpredictable the situations can be, and how to adapt. I think this is a perfect video. May not have been whst Greg expected to show us, but, in hindsight, it shows exactly what we needed.
I appreciate you showing us the different survival situations and what type of shelter area to look for and what to build. Fire being first makes sense Greg. Happy you found a shelter under the rock overhang and did get your fire going and nice one at that. Impressive video Greg and yes sometimes things dont work out in a certain area for the shelter but you looked for another area and it worked for you. Thanks for this .
The bush looks so nice when it’s all wet but I kinda don’t enjoy getting wet and having all the little stuff stick to me. You’re doing it for all of us! Thanks buddy :)
Hello Greg. As a Vancouver Islander and former Forestry employe , I totally agree with you. It can be very difficult to survive in the rainforest here. Especially now that November is here bringing with it the rain , wind, and in higher elevations snow. However, at the age of 81 , I still enjoy spending as much time as possible in nature. Both on the ocean and in the woods. Please keep up the great work you do in sharing these videos. Never too late to learn. Thank you.
Love watching your adventures Greg. I bought a ferrol rod because of you. I've learned to survive, as best I can, in case there is ever a problem. Thank you for taking us along. Hello to Finn 🐕
This is a great video for the very reason you thought it wouldn’t be. Because nothing ever works out and it gives a real sense of what it’s like to people that maybe haven’t been outdoors. Shows how a good attitude is just as important as anything else. Shows how instead of just sitting there and waiting too long to get up and get moving onto the next best situation. You can’t be lazy in the wild.
I am a fan of yers. this is a fine adventure I will watch it again you are the most real woodsman these days. IMHO: 🤠 The rising creeks bit is amazing. Whoopee!
The man.the myth the legend. I was very happy to meet you on my short lunch break while i was working in calgary ,i hope I didn't bother yours. I told you I would watch and comment on your video we had a short introduction at the shell in calgary before you headed west. myself and family love watching your videos. You my man are an inspiration. I would love to take a trip and have some adventures with you. If you ever find yourself in the kootnays come by for a visit and I could show you some great spots. I'm also a island raised man and have done alot out there. Cheers Mr Ovens. Let's do some stuff!!
As a Canadian Native myself. I used to watch Outdoor Boys as my go to outdoor vids, until I came across the one and only Ovens Rocky Mountain Bushcraft! Everything from the land, and to the accent, is all so familiar as a fellow “Neechie”. I myself wasn’t blessed with a teacher of the outdoors. I am currently in the process of self-teaching on the lands, have just received my PAL and I am saving up for a 7mm to get my first buck. This is a passion I want to/look forward to pursuing in the future, and most of my early knowledge (incredibly enormous knowledge) is coming from ORMB! Miigwetch
I've learned that the best way to get a good strong fire in with damp wood like that is to build a small fire and then stack logs around it in square shape. That will act as sort a chimney and create an upward draft over the fire. It burns hot even with wet wood and you can keep feeding it from the top until the side walls dry out enough and catch fire too which you can then pile into the fire.
Greg, I would love to run into you on the island some time and have an opportunity to shoot a video with you. I've been following your channel for quite a few years now, you've been a massive influence and inspiration for me to get out and practice my bush craft and survival skills over the years, which in turn partly translated into my success as an infantryman. I am a CAF member who grew up on Vancouver Island bush-whacking with my old man practically since I could walk. I have a bit of time off as I'm writing this comment and I am planning to hike the Juan de Fuca trail with my two brothers and my dog at the end of this week. I can't wait to get out there for 4 days and to be able to pass on and share some of the knowledge I've gained onto them! - I told them both to check out your channel because it's where I learned a lot of valuable things, including wet weather survival tips. Keep doing what you're doing and maybe we'll run into each other some day. Much love to you and Finn!
I feel your pain. I live in western Washington State in the Cascade foothills. Its just like Vancouver Island. I have spent hours building a fire hot enough to dry out more wood. I have found that alder that the bark is falling off of burns best and wild cherry bark is great fire starter. A lighter is a must though. I keep those cheap pocket sized emergency blankets in jacket pockets because there are so few things that can keep the rain off. Building the biggest possible fire seems to be what always saves me. I have literally dryed my socks on a forked limb before. I am so glad you found a nice overhang. What a blessing in such a wild, living place. I love my soggy homeland. I have webbed feet you know.
I only live in southern Ohio mainly but your videos have taught me to always keep the things that I find important like family, a lighter, and something that you or yourself enjoys besides nature. I’m also trying to learn patience by trying bonsai. That’s what makes me happy
Greg, you make it look a lot easier than it is in real life. I don't go out in the wild as much as I want, but I know what it's like. Great way to learn because you enjoy it so much.
I'm very glad to see that you're making your challenges easier!! I love learning from survivalist like yourself. But I don't want to see you suffer for our entertainment!! I want you to enjoy yourself while you do it :)
So glad you stressed the importance of caution. I totally got myself in a rough situation while traversing a boulder field. Slipped between two big boulders and got super banged up and stuck for about 20 minutes before I finally called up the will to haul myself out in spite of the excruciating agony. Then I slipped again and ripped off my thumb nail. Still had a great time. 😅
I don't subscribe to much but you got me hooked .you are right when you say things don't always work first time , but survival is all about adaptation and perseverance .keep up the good work .
I like learning from you Greg, while I’m warm and dry in my living room. I’d love to be able to be out there with you and Finn, the stories and lessons we could learn in person, around the campfire would be priceless
Got a ferro rod, lit a fire in the garden to test how to use it. This video is relevant as Im in Germany planning to begin going into the forest after Winter so thanks for all the tips and useful info and skills
This video reminds me of a few of his videos. I was hoping he was going to do something a little different. But Ive watched every single video he's released. I especially like when he collabs with the wooded beardsman, Zachary Fowler, and Amos Rodriguez.
I've wilderness camped on Vancouver Island for months, I've lived there for over 30 years, u need to scrape the wet bark off the sticks and split them for them to burn.....
in my pack is an honest to God Doan's bar. If you mix the magnesium scrapings with wood scrapings, it never fails to ignite dry wood shavings. Either split a small log in order to access the dry center, or shave off the wet exterior, so that you gain access to the dry center of the log. If you make a 4-log alternative Swedish fire torch, it will burn green wet wood, if need-be. The only dry wood necessary is the shaving in the empty center of the Swede-bundle. Such a Swede will always ignite a Siberian fire lay, even if the Siberian's logs are wet and green. The Swede dries itself out from the inside and the Siberian dries out its logs as they burn from one end. Neither fire lay can be extinguished by rain, once they get going well. You can shield the Swede with your body or poncho as you get it burning-well. Because the Siberian undercuts the protruding ends of its logs, coals fall down under those ends and the rain can't get to them.
I'm so glad youtube exists for people like Greg. Man is living an adventure and we get to learn so much from his knowledge of the outdoors. So thank you Mr Ovens
So beautiful
It might seem adventurous - note the seriousness of this ❣
Greg Ovens is a real legend I watch all his videos
TH-cam is a political organization. I ts unwanted censorship of people using it to gain political advantage has ruined it. We need an alternative- imagine how cool this could be.
It's basically discovery channel back in the day when it was amazing.
You have to love him ❤❤❤ this is almost the only honest survivalist left that doesn't "sell out" !
Fr, one of only Bushcraft folk whose biggest sponsor is nature.
So true
That's exactly why I quit watching fowler, he's too pushy with his merch and it's was like watching Rachel ray
And Nord VPN @@tterryshenanigans1820
AW I HAVE TWO OTHERS THAT ARE RIGHT ON
I've been watching you since you played on Alone. I've learned a lot from you. I no longer play in the woods because of an accident that left me in a wheelchair. I still love watching you. I a 56 year old granny.
I'm sorry for you. But thanks for watching
Very sorry to hear that news
What happened
@@rossmccabe3667a Sasquatch got her and broke her back with his masculinity
not nice
This was a good example of "be aware of your surroundings and be ready to adapt". Thx for doing this, filming it and sharing it with us.
The man, the myth, the Canadian legend.
Just started watching alone. You can tell this guy is just in his element right from the beginning. It's more like a vacation for him
@carlcox7332 he has always struggled with falling in any water available.. if he didn't get wet I think he would have won
This is where I live in Vancouver. I really just hope people support this man with some donations. If anyone deserve some money for doing videos it’s this man. Keep up the great work . I swear we have crossed paths in my 46 years of life here. I’m five years sober. I as well have spent years in the bush as well. Love ya man.
Well said
He's on the island.. not Vancouver.
@@stephielyngriffin822 only geographically inaccurate 😅
We range about don't
We?@@funonvancouverisland
Most realistic survival channel on YT! So many are just "back yard" nonsense. Very refreshing. Thank you!
33:17 sasquatch watching you in the background, hehe. I've seen three cougars on Vancouver Island so far, one came down to the San Juan river for a drink, watching us the whole time, no threat. I saw one up while up in the mountains near Strathcona Park as it was getting dark - that one was huge and it was unusually dark brown in colour - it was moving pretty fast and in the dusk I thought it was a deer until I saw its long tail.
Fin has the best life any dog could ask for
Man goes to show how big having a tarp/(shelter) with you really can make a huge difference. And the lightweight hammocking tarps that can be had for a reasonable price these days. You should have one in every kit.
Turn one of these possible hypothermic situations into a nice day watching the rain out in the woods.
Always enjoy your videos brother, keep on 🤙🏻
Aaaah I've been waiting for this all day im finally sat in a hot bath with my cup of coffee and im not moving until I've watched all your video, keep up the great work Greg, much love from Wales UK 💙
I just like to say Greg that you are a fine example of a generous human being so freely sharing your knowledge and vast experience with us thank you very much Brother
This brings back some memories.. I used to work in SE Alaska, on the panhandle(extreme rain forest environment). I was a helicopter hooker in the timber industry. In short I attached cables to fallen logs for helicopters to lift off the mountain to a processing point.
For a short while in the spring and fall we had to deal with the snow and cold. I remember one unit I was logging during winter conditions, that had an old rotted out massive hallow spruce tree stump. It was the size of a small teepee on the inside. It had everything I needed to start a fire, pitch on the outside, tinder on the inside. For over a week It was my goto when I was wet and cold, I miss that stump and think about it often. It was one of the coolest ideal setups I have ever found in nature. It really could have been made into an ideal permanent shelter.
Good times, great video!
Every week I look forward to another ootdoor adventure with my favorite Canadian!
I got to hand it to you for being the survivor that you are and showing how you do it regardless of the situation. Kudos to you
Just found you Mr. Evans. In an age of social media nonsense and e-everything, you are a bona fide savior. Honest. Humble. Genuine. 55 years old here, sharing this with my 19 year old son. They need to be teaching this in schools and the home. Bless you, you are both saving and enriching lives...
Great video Greg. The creek rising as it did was perfect for you to be able to warn of the hazards of setting up too close to one. Look forward to your next adventure!
I love your content I want to go on a 30 day survival trip like u did
Tree bark from a half rotten evergreen tree is easy to remove. Placed "cup up cup down" Like a ceramic tile roof, they form a fairly waterproof roof. Then densely folidged branches on top help insulate. Try not to get wet, unless you already have a fire going. Starting a fire when you are dripping wet is nearly impossible!
Greg--You warm my heart
These last 2 videos have been an absolute blast to watch Greg! Right on! 👍👍
Love seeing your Videos right in my back yard. We live on Vancouver Island
I'm from Sweden and i really like Greg,my favorite TH-camr! I first saw him on "Alone" and he quickly stood out from the rest of the participants,,i like that he is like the rest of us ,,and he doesn't mind showing when things don't go as planned,,human . Very real and down to earth! 👌😊
There's always something we can learn from all your videos. I value them highly. Thank you for enduring all this for the sake of teaching skills that could save lives in a survival situation. Much respect to you! 😀
Excellent video! Proof that adventures in the wilderness don't always go perfectly to plan. This shows that you have to keep pushing on until you find what works in order to survive. Great lessons, dry creek beds filling, weighing the risks between hypothermia and safety of shelter (tree possibly falling over). I love the rock shelter and I'm glad you got a good night's sleep :)
Smart man with the steaks, pocket knife, and lighter. Seriously no point in suffering in such a beautiful place. You gotta have a good time, and it doesn't detract at all. Thanks Ovens!
i love how dog helps you with sticks ! so cute
also at 40:46 look how he want to show you the stick! wow
Another great video Greg and Finn. This 'adventure' really shows us how difficult it can be to survive with changing weather and temperatures. I'm looking forward to your next fireside chat. Stay safe. Blessings from Ontario.
That's what I'm thinking. It just goes to show you how unpredictable the situations can be, and how to adapt. I think this is a perfect video. May not have been with Greg expected to show us, but, in hindsight, it shows exactly what we needed.
Nice seeing the rain again. Feels like forever since we have had rain in the rain forest
Wow a dog that collects fire wood what a team 😊
Absolutely SUPER video Greg!!!!!!! Really great information. I make my children watch your videos. Such superb safety information and all sorts of options you cover. You really are saving lives Gregs. Thanks so much for sharing with us!!!!
Loved this, Greg. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and adventures (and stories) with us all..!! Can't wait for your next Campfire Chat.
I just came across this channel and I don't hunt or even fish. But I'm addicted to these episodes. So relaxing and interesting.
Dude it's crazy how much your channel has grown. I subscribed when you were at 6k, now you are creeping up on almost 1 million subscribers!!! Keep doing your thing, can't wait to see your next adventures.
i love when greg does vancouver island videos. i live here and id love to get out more and stay safe. and greg always delivers on safe creative ways to survive and have fun
I love this. Most people don't get how wet things get and how erratic the coastal rainforest can be. It's one of my favourite places to train! Thanks for sharing it with the world. Oh, and it can rain for months straight, not just a week
When I was a child I was obsessed with building forts and shelters. I feel like one very old child still..
"The hard way" is the only way to truly learn a lesson, at least it is for me. Of course, you have to survive to be able to benefit from learning that lesson. Thanks Greg, stay safe.
Looking surprisingly fresh in the morning there. Right on! 🙂👍
Greg. I'm so glad you're making more videos. ❤️ 🙏 ❤️
Good job on finding shelter, Gregg!
Sometimes the best comes from unplanned! Thanks Greg and team!
Did a trip out to the Olympics in WA last summer, water was the same crystal clear blue like up there on Vancouver Island. The rainforest is ABSOLUTLY incredible! Great video Greg!
It just goes to show you how unpredictable the situations can be, and how to adapt. I think this is a perfect video. May not have been whst Greg expected to show us, but, in hindsight, it shows exactly what we needed.
I appreciate you showing us the different survival situations and what type of shelter area to look for and what to build. Fire being first makes sense Greg. Happy you found a shelter under the rock overhang and did get your fire going and nice one at that. Impressive video Greg and yes sometimes things dont work out in a certain area for the shelter but you looked for another area and it worked for you. Thanks for this .
The bush looks so nice when it’s all wet but I kinda don’t enjoy getting wet and having all the little stuff stick to me.
You’re doing it for all of us! Thanks buddy :)
Hello from British Columbia Canada ❤😂🎉
I'm sure we all learned a great deal from this video. I, for one, am grateful for it. Many thanks, Greg.
Nothing ever does, but as long as you can adjust,you can survive !!! Thank you great video.👍
Absolutely love the way you talk to Fin & more so the way he is so responsive to you! Love from Australia 💓
Right on!
Hello Greg. As a Vancouver Islander and former Forestry employe , I totally agree with you. It can be very difficult to survive in the rainforest here. Especially now that November is here bringing with it the rain , wind, and in higher elevations snow. However, at the age of 81 , I still enjoy spending as much time as possible in nature. Both on the ocean and in the woods. Please keep up the great work you do in sharing these videos. Never too late to learn. Thank you.
Great video Greg 👍👍 Thanks for being in the chat and answering questions 💯
GREG is Soo Awesome!
Mr. Ovens 😊 I was wondering if you and Fowler will do another camping/survival episode?😊 I don't know why but you and fowler make great TV😉😁 thanks👍
Love watching your adventures Greg. I bought a ferrol rod because of you.
I've learned to survive, as best I can, in case there is ever a problem.
Thank you for taking us along. Hello to Finn 🐕
I love your videos !!!! It's something positive to watch when I'm going through the situation I'm going through!
I like the fact that you can have plans and just that fast they change and you don't panic... Fire is # one
This is a great video for the very reason you thought it wouldn’t be. Because nothing ever works out and it gives a real sense of what it’s like to people that maybe haven’t been outdoors. Shows how a good attitude is just as important as anything else. Shows how instead of just sitting there and waiting too long to get up and get moving onto the next best situation. You can’t be lazy in the wild.
I am a fan of yers. this is a fine adventure I will watch it again
you are the most real woodsman these days. IMHO:
🤠
The rising creeks bit is amazing.
Whoopee!
Keeping it simple. The best survival chanell on yt.
Way to go Greg! You’re a better lesson than what I see on social media
The man.the myth
the legend. I was very happy to meet you on my short lunch break while i was working in calgary ,i hope I didn't bother yours.
I told you I would watch and comment on your video we had a short introduction at the shell in calgary before you headed west.
myself and family love watching your videos.
You my man are an inspiration.
I would love to take a trip and have some adventures with you. If you ever find yourself in the kootnays come by for a visit and I could show you some great spots. I'm also a island raised man and have done alot out there.
Cheers Mr Ovens. Let's do some stuff!!
Finn the firewood gatherer. Bravo!
I'm rooting for your one million subscriber level. Let's get there real soon.
A wonderful forest, melting snow and ice, a gurgling stream... I look forward to such an experience
As a Canadian Native myself. I used to watch Outdoor Boys as my go to outdoor vids, until I came across the one and only Ovens Rocky Mountain Bushcraft! Everything from the land, and to the accent, is all so familiar as a fellow “Neechie”.
I myself wasn’t blessed with a teacher of the outdoors. I am currently in the process of self-teaching on the lands, have just received my PAL and I am saving up for a 7mm to get my first buck.
This is a passion I want to/look forward to pursuing in the future, and most of my early knowledge (incredibly enormous knowledge) is coming from ORMB! Miigwetch
I've learned that the best way to get a good strong fire in with damp wood like that is to build a small fire and then stack logs around it in square shape. That will act as sort a chimney and create an upward draft over the fire. It burns hot even with wet wood and you can keep feeding it from the top until the side walls dry out enough and catch fire too which you can then pile into the fire.
One of his most valuable areas of knowledge is his uncanny ability to identify plants and mushrooms unbelievable encyclopedia knowledge.
Greg, I would love to run into you on the island some time and have an opportunity to shoot a video with you. I've been following your channel for quite a few years now, you've been a massive influence and inspiration for me to get out and practice my bush craft and survival skills over the years, which in turn partly translated into my success as an infantryman. I am a CAF member who grew up on Vancouver Island bush-whacking with my old man practically since I could walk. I have a bit of time off as I'm writing this comment and I am planning to hike the Juan de Fuca trail with my two brothers and my dog at the end of this week. I can't wait to get out there for 4 days and to be able to pass on and share some of the knowledge I've gained onto them! - I told them both to check out your channel because it's where I learned a lot of valuable things, including wet weather survival tips. Keep doing what you're doing and maybe we'll run into each other some day. Much love to you and Finn!
Your great Greg. Your kind, humble and know your stuff in a big way. Thanks for your videos
There is just something about Greg that is wonderful
I feel your pain. I live in western Washington State in the Cascade foothills. Its just like Vancouver Island. I have spent hours building a fire hot enough to dry out more wood. I have found that alder that the bark is falling off of burns best and wild cherry bark is great fire starter. A lighter is a must though. I keep those cheap pocket sized emergency blankets in jacket pockets because there are so few things that can keep the rain off. Building the biggest possible fire seems to be what always saves me. I have literally dryed my socks on a forked limb before. I am so glad you found a nice overhang. What a blessing in such a wild, living place. I love my soggy homeland. I have webbed feet you know.
Your surroundings are gorgeous!! I do enjoy watching your videos Greg!
Keep them coming!! 💚🌿
As my middle kid always says "food always tastes the best when you're hungry". Congrats on a successful adventure!
I only live in southern Ohio mainly but your videos have taught me to always keep the things that I find important like family, a lighter, and something that you or yourself enjoys besides nature. I’m also trying to learn patience by trying bonsai. That’s what makes me happy
You are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place!
Greg, you make it look a lot easier than it is in real life. I don't go out in the wild as much as I want, but I know what it's like. Great way to learn because you enjoy it so much.
I'm very glad to see that you're making your challenges easier!! I love learning from survivalist like yourself. But I don't want to see you suffer for our entertainment!! I want you to enjoy yourself while you do it :)
So glad you stressed the importance of caution. I totally got myself in a rough situation while traversing a boulder field. Slipped between two big boulders and got super banged up and stuck for about 20 minutes before I finally called up the will to haul myself out in spite of the excruciating agony. Then I slipped again and ripped off my thumb nail. Still had a great time. 😅
I don't subscribe to much but you got me hooked .you are right when you say things don't always work first time , but survival is all about adaptation and perseverance .keep up the good work .
Probably will get buried but you, and Les Stroud are my 2 favorite survivalist just wealth's of knowledge
Loved Les till he went all Bigfoot and exposed himself for the fraud that he is.
Great teacher love watching his stuff and learning things keep up the good work brother
Man gettin a fire goin in the damp n rain aint easy i just tried n failed.Was a cold windy night..love your vids man full of cool info
Encender y mantener un fuego en esa selva húmeda sí que es una proeza! felicitaciones Greg por tu gran destreza y conocimientos!
Sleep is important but heat is life. When Finley dries out perhaps you to can curl up together. Amazing how much heat is generated that way.
Man! Greg, thank you so much for doing your thing and sharing it with us.
Bedankt
I work on ships for months and there's not a tree to be found in hundreds of miles. However, I am prepared for the future. Thanks Ovens!
Always waiting for new videos! Love your content! Keep up the good work!
I like learning from you Greg, while I’m warm and dry in my living room. I’d love to be able to be out there with you and Finn, the stories and lessons we could learn in person, around the campfire would be priceless
Got a ferro rod, lit a fire in the garden to test how to use it. This video is relevant as Im in Germany planning to begin going into the forest after Winter so thanks for all the tips and useful info and skills
Gregor!!! This was fantastic. Thank you. Nothing ever goes to plan and if you are planning for perfect.. don't even try it.
Never Stop Learning! Great video. Thank you.
Fantastic video mister 🤠
I was in a rainforest you amaze me woodsman.
Fowler be like let me pull this giant tent and Wood stove out of my back pack.
This video reminds me of a few of his videos. I was hoping he was going to do something a little different. But Ive watched every single video he's released. I especially like when he collabs with the wooded beardsman, Zachary Fowler, and Amos Rodriguez.
I forgot to mention that I have watched his videos over and over and over. I just can't get enough I'm always waiting for the next video.
I’m glad you show people, who want to explore to bring something for protection. We’ve lost great people who trust wild animals to much
I've wilderness camped on Vancouver Island for months, I've lived there for over 30 years, u need to scrape the wet bark off the sticks and split them for them to burn.....
in my pack is an honest to God Doan's bar. If you mix the magnesium scrapings with wood scrapings, it never fails to ignite dry wood shavings. Either split a small log in order to access the dry center, or shave off the wet exterior, so that you gain access to the dry center of the log. If you make a 4-log alternative Swedish fire torch, it will burn green wet wood, if need-be. The only dry wood necessary is the shaving in the empty center of the Swede-bundle. Such a Swede will always ignite a Siberian fire lay, even if the Siberian's logs are wet and green. The Swede dries itself out from the inside and the Siberian dries out its logs as they burn from one end. Neither fire lay can be extinguished by rain, once they get going well. You can shield the Swede with your body or poncho as you get it burning-well. Because the Siberian undercuts the protruding ends of its logs, coals fall down under those ends and the rain can't get to them.
Thanks for taking the time to show us these things.