I was recently introduced to fatwood in Florida. It is fantastic stuff. I brought some home to Michigan with me. I didn’t know it could be found in the north. Awesome potentially life saving knowledge. Thanks again Lonnie.
When i was a kid my uncle and i would hitch the trailer to the farmall H and go hunting dead yellow pine trees to get the knots that had been laying on the ground for at least 100 years, just waiting for us to harvest it. If we spent the better part of the day we usually could fill the trailer. Nowadays it's getting really hard to even find one. I hunt the rocks at the foot of the mountains, and on up thru the steep to the top.they seemed to prefer rocky marginal soil. At the heads of hollows always seems to hold a few also. There hasn't been any live yellow pines around here for many,many years, I'm 53 and never saw a live one on our ground, my uncle would've been 96 this year and he said he never saw any alive either. I just found my last one about 2 months ago, all that is left is football sized knots laying in a straight line along where the trunk once lay. Grey in appearance and very heavy for their size. When struck with an axe they shed a few small pieces of highly aromatic wood that is a deep yellow in color, a very very hard wood to split, really you just break it apart into smaller pieces. It starts burning with just a touch of spark or flame. I never heard it called fatwood before, we always just knew it as yellow pine. I would give anything to be able to go with my uncle for one more day of hunting yellow pine knots, it was such a thrill when you found one, like treasure hunting to a young kid i suppose.
I am mesmerized at how good a teacher this guy is. Is it just me or are these the greatest outdoor classes ever produced from mankind or peoplekind to date? Thankyou FNB&S for another soul saturating episode!!
Old fractured stumps are my best source of fire starting material here in the Olympic mountains.I have been known to camp just because there is a good one near buy.It is a real pleasure watching your videos Sir.
Lonny, I would like to say that viewing and listening to your videos is very informative and interesting. I very much enjoy them. Other guys make videos but they mostly add silly crap and foolishness in them. And take forever to get to the point. When I am interested in information on a subjuct, I seek out your videos to learn from. Keep up the good work! Dave
In my younger (ignorant) days I moved into a house in the woods with a fireplace. Previous owners left a basket of tinder which I though was nice of them. I through the entire basket in the fireplace and added wood on top graduating in size. Then I lit it and that was when the trouble started. You see, that basket of tinder (I learned later) was what we called lighter-knot which I guess is the same as fatwood. The roar was deafining, the chimney began to glow and flames were shooting out the top. Worst of all, no amount of all, no amount of water would put it out - even a little. That is where the fire department came in. All in all, it was a life lesson I will NEVER forget. Love everything about your videos - from start to finish. Thank you.
I often have a hard time finding fatwood/pitchwood here in Nova Scotia. I'm actually heading out tomorrow to have a look for some. The idea of looking for trees with cracks in the trunk should help. Thanks for sharing Lonnie
I have found good fatwood in living pine trees where a 1-2" thick branch has broken off away from the trunk, if you hit the branch and it doesn't break, its loaded with sap to protect the tree from rot.
Your videos feel like home. I enjoy watching them. A calm voice teaching you stuff for survival. Greetings from Europe, I will tell my friends about your channel!
You are a wealth of knowledge and I really appreciate your low-key approach to imparting your wisdom. Too many of these outdoor channels are put out by ego-driven people who act like they invented this stuff. A lot of this was common knowledge when people were more connected to the land.
I had to cut a southern longleaf pine down in my front yard that was growing where it would take out my power lines. I cut it well above the ground so the stump will fill with resin and turn into fatwood. It has only been a week and it is clearly filling with resin already. The crosscut of the top of the stump has some pretty awesome color to it.
We find fatwood in our firewood but never thought where one could find it when needed, aaaaand that's why I enjoy your channel. You answer questions that should be answered but aren't for some reason or other, thanks Lonnie!
Nothing to add here Lonnie. Thank you my friend. Again enjoying these vids. God Bless you two for the useful information and the relaxing and entertaining way you give us your knowledge. I pray for your continued health and success. God be with you.
Thanks for the video, Waking up there and seeing such a beautiful landscape every day would be awesome. My kid and grandkids they hope I never go to Alaska because I wouldn't come back.
Good to see another video from you! My Granny told me to look-out for Pine Trees that had been struck by lightning. She said that they make the best "lighter knot" wood because the tree died with all of the sap still in the tree. Thanks Lonnie! You and Connie Be Well and Stay Warm!
Always a joy watching your videos. Stay Warm. We've been steadily above freezing here on the coast. I would love to see some below freezing temps, but alas, the climate is changing. I'm starting to wonder if we'll ever have snow here on the coast again.
I agree I will never see another dead tree the same way!Greeting from you friend in Germany!we have no snow here in the south cold but no snow oh I forgot super windy 100 km/hr sometimes.
I live in Northern West Virginia, the mountain state. I find 90% of my fatwood in the lower limbs on our pine trees. Better than they sell in stores. I've never had much luck with the trunks in my area... Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences about fatwood with us, I appreciate it sir.
+Brad Barber It really sounds to me like each species of tree and even perhaps different regions can have totally different areas of fatwood concentration.
+Tom M It was actually quite warm (maybe about 20 degrees F). The "crunching" noise was coming from my tradition style hardwood and rawhide snow shoes. You can catch a brief glimpse of the extreme tip of one of the shoes in one of the stump shots I believe.
Thanks for this vid Lon! I didn't know the spruce made fat wood up here. I've seen lots of pitch on damaged trees, especially logging/milling, but never investigated old stumps. I've wondered about it often enough, now I know!
+Deepwood Handcraft I lately have also gathered some fatwood from old dead rotten large mature spruce that have fallen years ago. Often the bottom few branches will have an increase of pitch impregnation in the portions of the branch that are internal in the tree. We don't seem to have the large rich concentrations of fatwood that is found in the pines of lower latitudes but we do nevertheless have fatwood in our spruce.
It seems like nobody knows about this anymore, that makes me sad. Great video Lonnie, do this for as long as you can, everyone appreciates it.
I was recently introduced to fatwood in Florida. It is fantastic stuff. I brought some home to Michigan with me. I didn’t know it could be found in the north. Awesome potentially life saving knowledge. Thanks again Lonnie.
When i was a kid my uncle and i would hitch the trailer to the farmall H and go hunting dead yellow pine trees to get the knots that had been laying on the ground for at least 100 years, just waiting for us to harvest it. If we spent the better part of the day we usually could fill the trailer. Nowadays it's getting really hard to even find one. I hunt the rocks at the foot of the mountains, and on up thru the steep to the top.they seemed to prefer rocky marginal soil. At the heads of hollows always seems to hold a few also. There hasn't been any live yellow pines around here for many,many years, I'm 53 and never saw a live one on our ground, my uncle would've been 96 this year and he said he never saw any alive either. I just found my last one about 2 months ago, all that is left is football sized knots laying in a straight line along where the trunk once lay. Grey in appearance and very heavy for their size. When struck with an axe they shed a few small pieces of highly aromatic wood that is a deep yellow in color, a very very hard wood to split, really you just break it apart into smaller pieces. It starts burning with just a touch of spark or flame. I never heard it called fatwood before, we always just knew it as yellow pine. I would give anything to be able to go with my uncle for one more day of hunting yellow pine knots, it was such a thrill when you found one, like treasure hunting to a young kid i suppose.
I am mesmerized at how good a teacher this guy is. Is it just me or are these the greatest outdoor classes ever produced from mankind or peoplekind to date? Thankyou FNB&S for another soul saturating episode!!
Old fractured stumps are my best source of fire starting material here in the Olympic mountains.I have been known to camp just because there is a good one near buy.It is a real pleasure watching your videos Sir.
Lonny, I would like to say that viewing and listening to your videos is very informative and interesting. I very much enjoy them. Other guys make videos but they mostly add silly crap and foolishness in them. And take forever to get to the point. When I am interested in information on a subjuct, I seek out your videos to learn from. Keep up the good work! Dave
In my younger (ignorant) days I moved into a house in the woods with a fireplace. Previous owners left a basket of tinder which I though was nice of them. I through the entire basket in the fireplace and added wood on top graduating in size. Then I lit it and that was when the trouble started. You see, that basket of tinder (I learned later) was what we called lighter-knot which I guess is the same as fatwood. The roar was deafining, the chimney began to glow and flames were shooting out the top. Worst of all, no amount of all, no amount of water would put it out - even a little. That is where the fire department came in. All in all, it was a life lesson I will NEVER forget. Love everything about your videos - from start to finish. Thank you.
I'll bet that was kind of exciting for a while. Glad it ended well.
oh, me too!! LOL
I often have a hard time finding fatwood/pitchwood here in Nova Scotia. I'm actually heading out tomorrow to have a look for some. The idea of looking for trees with cracks in the trunk should help. Thanks for sharing Lonnie
I have found good fatwood in living pine trees where a 1-2" thick branch has broken off away from the trunk, if you hit the branch and it doesn't break, its loaded with sap to protect the tree from rot.
Great video Lonnie! Can't thank you enough for sharing all your wood craft knowledge!
You are a natural teacher. Every video I learn something new.
Thank you lonnie and Connie for all the info you have shared, and merry Christmas!
As always, very informative and lovely to watch. Thank you Lonnie!
Your videos feel like home. I enjoy watching them. A calm voice teaching you stuff for survival. Greetings from Europe, I will tell my friends about your channel!
Lonnie, Thank you all for this video. I always learn something and I value your teachings and willingness to share.
Wow the scenery in this video is beautiful. Thanks for the video. Blessings and Happy Easter!
For those of us who live here in the far north this is a must see video Lonnie, very well done. Thanks for sharing this information with us.
Larry
Nice video Lonnie!
Your videos are some of the best on CZcams sir. I always learn so much. I appreciate your time and I look forward to your future videos.
You are a wealth of knowledge and I really appreciate your low-key approach to imparting your wisdom. Too many of these outdoor channels are put out by ego-driven people who act like they invented this stuff. A lot of this was common knowledge when people were more connected to the land.
These videos are calming and informative. You always have stunning landscape shots as well.
Thanks for sharing you wisdom Lonnie. I learn something everytime I watch one of your videos.
So glad to learn more about this, thanks Lonnie!
Awesome explanation of what to look for exactly to find the fatwood. I look forward to finding, harvesting and using some now.
I had to cut a southern longleaf pine down in my front yard that was growing where it would take out my power lines. I cut it well above the ground so the stump will fill with resin and turn into fatwood. It has only been a week and it is clearly filling with resin already. The crosscut of the top of the stump has some pretty awesome color to it.
Good solid information and, as always, without any self-engrandising BS! Thanks for another informative video, Lonnie!
You always have the best videos. I learn so much!
Thank you👏
Man, I could spend a lot of time talking with you. you're a wealth of knowledge. Thank you for sharing.
Learn something every video you post! Awesome job sir.
We find fatwood in our firewood but never thought where one could find it when needed, aaaaand that's why I enjoy your channel. You answer questions that should be answered but aren't for some reason or other, thanks Lonnie!
Thanks Lonnie for the tips on finding fatwood. I love all of your videos, thanks for making them.
Thanks again Lonnie for sharing your knowledge with all of us. I always come away from your videos learning something new and useful.
Great video as always .I often take my grandchildren collecting so they learn what it is and where and how to find it . Glad you all are safe
Thanks for this video Lonnie. Clears up that question of where to find or how to find fatwood. Thank you.
Loved this Vid!! Thanks Lonnie, these are the kind of Golden Tid bits that I just love to learn and test out for myself!!
Beautiful country Lonnie, I'm envious. Good educational video. Take care (y)
You found real little treasures. Now I have my answers. Thank much. Merci
Very helpful, thanks for sharing
Nothing to add here Lonnie. Thank you my friend. Again enjoying these vids. God Bless you two for the useful information and the relaxing and entertaining way you give us your knowledge. I pray for your continued health and success. God be with you.
Lonnie thanks for the video. You have an abundance of resources.
Thanks for sharing Lonnie, another nice bit of good information.
You give great information Lonnie. Very much appreciated. Thank you. :)
Thanks for the video, Waking up there and seeing such a beautiful landscape every day would be awesome. My kid and grandkids they hope I never go to Alaska because I wouldn't come back.
Great info, thanks, I surely did learn a lot. And what an awesome backdrop for this video, beautiful.
Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the lesson on Fatwood, Lonnie. I like your unique mountain scene shots too. Amazing country - Alaska.
I learned about 5 new things from your video. Great job, and thank you.
Hi Lonnie. Thanks for extending my knowledge of finding fatwood. This is excellent additional information.
Fantastic video. Very helpful. Thank you!
Great tip about looking for splits in the stumps. I find most of my fatwood at the base of dead branches on living trees but only in small quantities
Good to see another video from you! My Granny told me to look-out for Pine Trees that had been struck by lightning. She said that they make the best "lighter knot" wood because the tree died with all of the sap still in the tree.
Thanks Lonnie! You and Connie Be Well and Stay Warm!
Well done video Lonnie. Useful and important information.
Excellent knowledge and useful information. Thank you!
As always I learned something Lonnie ;) Many thanks my friend!
Lonnie always to watch your videos. thanks for sharing.
Lots of great tips there, I use fat wood often as it is very easy to find in a lot of the areas I frequent.
Jason
Great observations Lonnie. You not only live in the woods but you try to understand the woods.
Another awesome video. Thank you for the information.
Awesome video Lonnie ... thank you Sir!
Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I heard some recordings of trees popping in the cold winter, sounds really neat, I bet it sounds better in person. Thanks!!
great topic lonnie fat wood is one of my favorite materials for fire starting hands down
Very nice and inspiering video! Thanks for making it! Best wishes from Norway, above the arctic cirkle.
Thanks Lonnie. I have been getting better at finding fatwood in my neck of the woods--the northeast.
excellent tips as per usual Lonnie ..
Hi, Lonnie, this is an older but very good one. Thanks 🙏🏼
Great Tips Lonnie thank you for sharing
Excellent vid Lonnie, you take care bro.
Great video. I look for it the same way around here. Love the info and video. Best wishes to you and your family
Very interesting and useful. Thanx for the video!
Excellent. Thank you Lonie
Always enjoy my time in the Alaska wilderness with you Lonnie!!! But its much warmer here in my house!!! LOL
Thanks Lonnie, love your videos 👍🏼
Great video & detailed explanation! Thanks
very good video Lonnie and i want to thank you for taking your time for us
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steve
yeah, great camerawork, information, and demonstrations. your honest and practical presentation style is admirable.
Love God Love your channel Thank you brother for sharing your thoughts and knowledge with us. Blessings
great video! love the flute
Very good video example of gathering and preparing advice. Thank You!
Great video Lonnie!
Thanks so much for the video. Very informative.
Great Vid Lonnie... Good info. Thank You.
Excellent video, Lonnie! Down in Mississippi we don’t call it fatwood we call it lightered.
Always a joy watching your videos. Stay Warm. We've been steadily above freezing here on the coast. I would love to see some below freezing temps, but alas, the climate is changing. I'm starting to wonder if we'll ever have snow here on the coast again.
Another great video Lonnie, cheers craig
amazing information as always!!
Great information thank you so much very informative
MY sentiments exactly!
Thanks,
Clark
Nice video, thanks for the knowledge.
Hello to Lonnie and Connie.Thumbs up. Blessings to yall.ENJOY....THE SIMPLE LIFE
I agree I will never see another dead tree the same way!Greeting from you friend in Germany!we have no snow here in the south cold but no snow oh I forgot super windy 100 km/hr sometimes.
I live in Northern West Virginia, the mountain state. I find 90% of my fatwood in the lower limbs on our pine trees. Better than they sell in stores. I've never had much luck with the trunks in my area... Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences about fatwood with us, I appreciate it sir.
+Brad Barber It really sounds to me like each species of tree and even perhaps different regions can have totally different areas of fatwood concentration.
Yet another great lesson! Thanx a lot!. Paolo
Good video Lonnie. That snow sounds crunchy cold underfoot. Glad you made it through the shaker alright. Best
+Tom M It was actually quite warm (maybe about 20 degrees F). The "crunching" noise was coming from my tradition style hardwood and rawhide snow shoes. You can catch a brief glimpse of the extreme tip of one of the shoes in one of the stump shots I believe.
Once again, THANKS Lonnie :)
Thanks for this vid Lon! I didn't know the spruce made fat wood up here. I've seen lots of pitch on damaged trees, especially logging/milling, but never investigated old stumps. I've wondered about it often enough, now I know!
+Deepwood Handcraft I lately have also gathered some fatwood from old dead rotten large mature spruce that have fallen years ago. Often the bottom few branches will have an increase of pitch impregnation in the portions of the branch that are internal in the tree. We don't seem to have the large rich concentrations of fatwood that is found in the pines of lower latitudes but we do nevertheless have fatwood in our spruce.
Thanks great video with lots of information.
Thanks for the great information!!
Great video on finding fatwood up there in Alaska .
Great info... Thanks! I learned a lot!
great vid. Lonnie tyvm for sharing
Nice man. It's almost season to get out and camp here in Idaho!
Great info as always, I said it before & I'll say it again, your a wealth of knowledge Lonnie :) Take care my friend........