EL Cheapo Bushcrafter Backpacker Fireplace
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- A while back, I showed the El Cheapo heated tarp shelter. That was meant for cold dry weather. I said I would one day show my rainy snowy version. This is it in a nutshell. Much bulkier to carry , thats why I had two versions. The fireplace shown in this video tho can be used with multiple set ups and can pretty much be made by anyone.
Heres my answer to those numerous comments about this being galvanized = Galvanization has to surpass 750 degrees F. before it starts to melt, it needs to surpass 1,600 to release Zinc fumes. No campfire can reach them temps, if campfires got that hot it would be melting everyones aluminum cookware. I doubt its unsafe when used like this but its tough to post about this on any forum blog or video because people freak out and wont listen at all. It aint like we are welding and melting it, just having a fire in it.
Hey, Dave.
Folks are being very reactionary and know-it-all because of another guy's recent video that was being posted on CZcams recommendations during the last 3-4 days along with yours and other bushcrafters.
That guy made MANY mistakes, set fire to several things, and did make himself sick from what he did.
There were lengthy dissertations by a guy who works with metals who kept explaining to everyone what the bushcrafter's errors were, which included the metal coated plastic tubbing for dryers as his ventilation for the smoke from the fire he made for his dutch oven.
That bushcrafter thanked the metallurgist guy, but also poopooed any responsibility if anyone copied what he did in the video which was experimental. If anyone imitated him, it is their dumb luck if they get sick or die. Very uncouth!
I think the better part of wisdom and valor would be to completely remove the video. But he hasn't.
So, the issue isn't what you are doing, honey. It's all about what that guy did, and now folks are trolling for who they can enlighten.
You're my favorite bushcrafter, dear friend. I have more of your videos saved to my channel than anyone else's.
Have fun and be safe. God bless you and Nick.
Hugs, Linda Lee
Reallybigmonkey1 Please put the company..example Amazon..where to purchase supplies you use..Thank Rhonda Hatchechubbee, Alabama.
Reallybigmonkey1 1st time watcher pretty interesting. I'm interested in that green coat/ hoodie you have what is it ???
Really good point....
Reallybigmonkey1, thank you for the statistics, I've seen people use galvanized in homemade smokers and dehidraters and wondered. I'm still leaning towards stainless steel, but galvanized is back in the running for some parts. When I'm shopping for racks, besides the price, how can I tell stainless racks from cheaper chromed racks? Love your videos. xoxo from Arizona.
David, something you said in this video that spoke directly to me was, "Do it while you are still young and able, before you get too old". I'm now 67 years old with bone cancer. I can't do this now and it's killing me! I watch your videos as well as others and am full of regret; regret that I didn't spend my life in THIS manner more often. I was too busy running after the "beautiful people" by night and after the "money" by day. Sure, I went fishing and hunting a few times, but didn't do enough of THIS. If you are young and healthy and reading this, please do yourself a BIG favor: Get out there in nature by yourself more often.
Very very well said my friend. When I was a very young man, I had a great influence by the old dudes I camped with that were basically my mentors. Both of them had jobs they hated, family problems and money issues but they were completely free and reenergized when out in the wilderness. One of them told me his motto in life was "You only get one life and its up to you as to how you live it"
Reallybigmonkey1
Must have been really neat growing up around those two men. (I remember you saying one was called "Flathead" but can't remember the other man, sorry.) They certainly left their legacy of bushcraft in you for it's is still obvious today.
All the best David.
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I bet that was " flat head " :D
i would have loved to have had internet and you tube when i was in my 20's, which was in the 70's, i would have loved to have tried all this, but i'm 66 now, so all i can do is watch and enjoy his video, which i do immensely,
When I was a boy my Dad had three 24x36 US ARMY Truck Tarps. They were canvas, green of course, and they were waterproof. You could actually build a giant canoe frame or such and they could be the hull. We had a camp we used every year for deer season, at one end the ground was 2 feet higher than the other and there was a 15-20 foot granite faced boulder with 6-8 inch cedars growing in the cracks and crevices of the stone. He would use ropes tied and woven from those cedars out to ponderosa pines around the camp, like a giant spider web. The tarps would go up and over and be tied off around, providing a large camp area about 30' wide and and down the slight slope about 60' long. The "ceiling" was about 7'-8' high. There were 4 heavy duty park service tables that lined up down the middle. There was always a fire pit up next to the granite face and the smoke if any usually went up the face and out the peak up through the cedars on top. The rock was a broken/fractured away so the the top of the rock overhung the fire pit by about 2'. That setup would stay up on that camp from August to November even when we weren't up there. Other hunters and families would use the shelter in their own ways, and the Forest Service would control/service it during the season. We did that for twelve years of my life. No one ever stole anything and everyone shared. The Boy Scouts used it (I was a Scout) for camporees and base camp for hikes etc. I miss those days... I just cringe when I think of these plastic things we call tarps nowadays. Of course NO ONE is gonna "backpack" in even one 24x36 ARMY tarp.We did use horses and mules several times up in the high Sierras on two week long bear trips. I enjoy your videos, thanks so much for sharing with us.
+Randall Parker Man that is one very cool story! Thanks for sharing it. And that sounds like a really cool shelter! I agree that these thin modern tarps arent much when it comes to heat n fire. You have to be real careful with them. Take care and Thanks for watching Randall
" I've burnt enough stuff in my time!!" Said like a very wise man :) Had me laughing my head off. Really good video many thanks. Fascinating stuff!
Sim Deck Thanks brother, its always better to laugh than cry. LOL. Thanks for watching
David, I'm a retired respiratory therapist. I have worked on a lot of folks in my life that have elevated CO levels.
I can tell you that you practice safe bushcraft from everything I have seen so far.
Keep the videos coming.
I LOVE hearing that man! Throughout all my years on youtube I have been constantly accused of killing and or endangering everyone with my set ups. Ive used em and still here! Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!
I enjoy the way your mind works; you're like a combination between a "good-ole-boy" and "Renaissance man". Thanks for teaching me all this interesting stuff.
+William Burr Thanks William, I'm glad you like the way I show things my friend
Reallybigmonkey1 I agree! You remind me of my youngest son. I call him 'Renaissance Man'! He taught himself to blacksmith and can make damascus blades and chain-mail.
Dude...You seriously need to be in the movies or have your own t v show !! You got genuine personalty plus !!!
Thanks Gerald! So far, Ive been contacted by several production companies but nothing has happened yet.
I love this shelter and fireplace. That might even keep a guy warm in a Minnesota winter.
fatmantolly Thanks , Im glad you liked it. I believe with the right shelter or tarp configuration, this fireplace can be used almost anywhere.
The only people that have issues. With anything you show. Are the haters that are mad because they never thought of it. Again another great design and detail. Keep them coming. Thanks bro enjoyed it.
Barry Koch I hear ya brother, I do have quite a few haters for different reasons but I assume a lot of it is jealousy. Oh well, I do my thing. Im glad you liked it, Thanks for watching Barry
You are one of my favorite youtube camper / hill billy. Thanks for another great video
abialo2010 Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and always good to hear Im a fav!
David I love your creative videos. I am 66 now and have several bug-out bags ready to go but I seldom have any energy to go there. As my dad used to say, "My get-up-and-go got up and went." So your final words fit me perfectly. God bless David.
+Jack Jackson Thanks Jack, Im so happy you like the videos Brother. I hear ya on the get up and go got up and went. The older I get the more tired and lazy I am. LOL. Thats still no reason to not be prepared with a few bags. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too my friend
"We're all gonna get old one day so you don't wanna look back and regret what you've done"! Man.. truer words were never spoken. Just wanted you to know how much I enjoy your videos, humor and spirit. Glad you're here man...sincerely. I enjoy you and your lessons immensely.
Gary Giles How very true Gary! Ya gotta enjoy life while you can. I'm glad you like the vids and what I do bro.
Great camping experience. A lot of good information that I can use. Reminds me of my National Guard days when we camped in the desert and lived in tents with diesel stoves. The stove pipe stuck out through the tent . At the tent top, the stove pipe was sheltered with non burnable material. Thank you !!!! - - - Key Man
xshanghu Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Cool story, I have seen and tried set ups like that. I just havent heard of a diesel stove, thats pretty cool!
Yes, with the diesel stove, the the stove pipe would get red hot - -
- Memories---Key Man
You are a genius! I have been binge watching just your videos and you are AMAZING in what you come up. And just with common man materials. I cannot compliment you enough!! You are the best channel out there in my book. I cannot get enough of watching your videos. You share all of your knowledge without expecting anything in return other than passing on your knowledge to others. That SIR makes you a great man in my book!! Rare and few are people such as you!! Thank you!! Thank you!! Thank you!!
Thanks Tony, I'm glad you like what all I do so much! I love doing this stuff and I love knowing I can spread a little positivity in such a negative world. Take care and Thanks for watching
Love the stove... Love the your last message... "Get off the couch, and go and enjoy the wilderness"
Thank you my friend!
This is brilliant! Here's an idea! To ensure you don't forget or accidentally lose your screws and Wingnuts, why not put them in the loose pieces screw together so that they will be there when you begin the assembly. You won't have to Fumble through your bags to find them. By the way, love this video! The best means to heat ever! I am a seventy-five-year-old granny! Our family used to go camping and fishing in the Minnesota lakes when I was a girl and this brings me back! May God bless you and your family!
Thanks Patti, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
Great video brother, gonna add it the fireplace setup to my canoe camping trips, thanks from old North State.
Sonny Aycoth Thanks, Im glad you liked it Sonny. Good luck with it, its gonna be a great addition to your gear.
It's good to see you! I get to laugh with a friend and go on nite-over with another genius invention. Life doesn't get better for a 71 year old.
I was thinking about the stove and tent and thought I'd put in my two cents. The idea for a couple of guy wires and paracord is worth considering because of the winds and rain where live. I think I'd add a small tripod for the foot of the tent for my gear. There it is $.02.
Can't wait for the next video,
Clark and Virginia
Maybe he could drill a couple of holes into the ends of a strip of leather and have that against the pipe instead of the paracord so that if the stovepipe got hot enough to melt the paracord it'd need to burn through a strip of leather first.
That's awesome Dave. As in proverbs the speaker said " Lord , don't give me so little that I'm tempted to steal, but not so much that I forget about you. Give me such as is sufficient for me ". I would strongly encourage you still to pursue it for the lives it will save, especially for novice , amateur, campers, hikers, even experienced outdoors people. You can donate any money, better yet use it for R&D, Outdoor camps & training. Not trying to tell you how to run your life, but do hope you fully realize how valuable your idea is. God bless.
I just found this one and truly enjoyed it. That final thought you had at the end is so true. I am now old and disabled and can no longer do and enjoy those kind of outdoor trips. That is why your videos are so important to me. THANKS again.
Randy Musick Thank you Randy, I'm glad you liked it. Sorry to hear you cant get out anymore and do this stuff. Im glad to hear I can bring a little outdoor fun to you at home. Take care now my friend.
Another Great Video. Cool Idea. I can't wait tell Spring This Missouri Weather is Crazy. Yesterday Morning its was 8 degrees this weekend it going to get in the 60's. Wish I didn't work weekends.
***** Thanks Marlon, Im glad you liked it. We have the same weather here too brother. It got down to 27 last night and it will be 62 saturday. Good hearing from you man
Great to see you back outside again Dave. It may be worthwhile anchoring the top of the pipe to the tree with a length of fencing wire or coat hanger wire. Just in case it gets windy. You don't want that stove pipe falling on you when you are asleep.
Hawkie67 Ive never had this one fall over but anchoring it is a good idea. It doesnt look it but its actually bottom heavy. The tarp kinda slows down the wind but I never have any kind of fire in a shelter when high winds are expected.
I should have known that you had it under control. lol. You have been doing this a whole lot longer than me. Cheers mate
67i really love your videos. they are so fun to watch. i love sleeping out with nature too. i am a vet so i kn. the outdoors. your an insperation dave keep them videos coming. thank -you for your time. im 60 yrs, old and i still do it too. god bless.
Ronnie Land Thanks Ronnie, I'm glad you like the vids. Isnt it great sleeping in the outdoors and enjoying the freedom? Thank you for being a vet and protecting our freedoms brother. More vids to come, take care and God Bless Ronnie.
thank-you david for caring enough to share your wisdom. you and nick really do a great job. keep it up. your apreciated more than you know, god bless you both. be watching for your next video. my friend'
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Dave, for a second there, I thought you were gonna give us the plumber's-eye view of your behind. But you being you, you anticipated the situation, prepared for it, and protected us all from the over-exposure to the Georgia moon. Thanks, Dave! lol
eqlzr2 LOL! No peeking now.
great tutorial. great ideas and great information. ty for being out there and sharing!
+timewatcher2 Thanks , I'm glad you liked it. Im always happy to share and Thanks for watching.
I am glad to see you back on regularly. Your vids are far better than most others out there. I know they do their best. I think its just a personality thing. You have a gift and you like people. You like to share and ask for nothing in return. Thanks for taking the time. I'm a big fan.
joenet42567 Thank you for your words my friend, they mean alot to me and Im glad you like what I do so much.
Roycroft pack frame. Never heard of it until this video. Now I know how to make one. Thanks Dave, there's always a bonus tidbit you just drop for me in your videos. I feel like a crow waiting until you discard another morsel.
Fantastic to hear that Louis!
Great idea. And I love how you put the doubters to rest even before you're done with the video. Good for you.
Thank you Shaun!
I always get ideas from your videos keep them coming.
Ron Larimer Always good to hear that Ron! More in the works.
Man you crack me up! That comment "I've burnt up enough stuff" was a classic! Great video and a great set up brother.
LOL, brother Im an expert at burning up gear and shelters! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Scott
Great seeing you again! Great video and thanks for going into all the detail on building the stove! That is a very clever idea and a nice way to stay warm & cozy! See you next time! Thanks
Lynn Moore Thanks Lynn, Im glad you liked it. See ya in the next one!
I have watched hundreds of fire starter videos and thought you were on the right track. No one yet, has fed the exhaust (wood gas) back in to the fire feed (Air Intake). Mama's family was from Missouri, I was born Alberta. I love that Southern drawl and sometimes find my self doing it. Thanks, I enjoy watching your videos very much, keep up the Great work!
Now that would be the ultimate tarp/tent heater, a wood gas chimney! I'm glad you like the videos John and thanks for watching
I've had the privilege of viewing many of your videos. This one is my favorite. Thanks.
+Jerry Michalski Im happy you like it so much. This is one fun set up. Thanks for watching Jerry.
Like the others said glad you're back missed you when you were gone for those few months you have unique way of doing things. Not like the cookie cutters I've learned a lot from you can make me laugh with some of the crazy things you do and yeah I remember the Dakota fire pit lol ;-)
dragonqueen Im always happy to be back. One thing I guess I'll never be, a cookie cutter kinda guy. I have my own weird way of doing stuff, lol. I doubt any of my friends will forget the ole Dakota pit, hee hee. Thanks for watching my friend
I would rather watch your movies than anything on CZcams. Learn something new and always laugh a lot. Thanks for you time.
jjstep87 Thank you my friend, Im glad you like them so much.
What do you mean GET old.... I AM old....LOL. But that's what my mom told me before she passed. Do what you want and go where you want while you can. And I'm trying. That is a nice setup you had there. The ideas that come out of your head is just amazing. Thanks for sharing
ladyb003 Thank you for your words, I agree 100%. Have fun now while you can. Thanks for watching my friend
Great video I love your sense of humor. You can't take life to seriously or it takes the fun out of it. There are a few things that you are missing. You need a good dog and some beer and a lake. I thought I would say hi from Vancouver Canada. take it easy and I hope you make more videos.
+Bill P Thank you Bill! I'm glad you liked it my friend. Yep, ya gotta laugh and have fun with life before it passes you up. The beer would make the laughing unbearable and my dog would go jump in the lake to get away from it, LOL. Take care my friend and Thanks for watching
isn't that neat! I really like the concept behind the shelter. For me the winner is the cost of the set up. Your stove was inexpensive, the tarp and bed was inexpensive and the fact it is it's own pack is great.
I was thinking.....i know watch out! Haha you might pile up some dirt around the bottom of the stove. I would seal it off and anchor it a bit. Awesome man! Thanks for sharing. Take care and I'll see you on the trail -Chris
Windham Woodcraft LOL, it is neat brother! Cheap and DIY is a bonus. I have piled dirt and rocks all around in the past for stability and sealing purposes. Sometimes I just get lazy. LOL. Be good brother Chris and Thanks for watching.
Man I can't get enough of your video's! Its nice to see somebody showing shelters, and gear that you don't have to spend 1000's of dollar's on. Some of these guys spend big $$$ on tents, and hammocks, sleeping bags etc, I like the way you do things, because its sometimes hard to spend the big bucks on high end gear. Thanks a lot, from John
+JJw650 jones Thanks John, Im glad you liked it. I hear ya man. Im not rich and never will be. I like to show and use stuff that anyone can. Thanks for watching.
David, thank you so much for showing the way you set up your camp.... love the fireplace/stove. You have a Great sense of humor and a good way of explaining things. Good ideas.... stay safe...
+Texas Gabby Thanks Gabby, Im glad you like the way I do things. I try to keep it a fun and as completely explained as possible. Thanks for watching
This might be a dumb idea but when you do something like this you should bring one of those battery operated carbon monoxide thingumajig and show the people that it does not go off, that way the nay sayers can stop. Love your videos keep them coming.
dave you never cease to amaze me bro, thats is one very cosy shelter.
i think your right about the logs being a quick way to get off the floor.
clothes pegs are cool too (especially green ones) lol - simple and lightweight, perfect.
thanks so much for taking the time to share these ideas on being comfortable in the woods, hats off to you you buddy
you take care and thanks again
darren
funkyprepper Thanks Darren ! I'm glad you liked it and its always good hearing from ya man. So far, that log bed is the fastest way of sleeping a little off the ground. As far as cozy, this is a good sleep but in my next vid, I have the fireplace modified and its going into a "Flathead Frame Shelter" Now its probably the most cozy of all winter shelters I know! Stay tuned brother!
Reallybigmonkey1 I know losing all the work on that Flathead Frame Shelter video was disappointing, but you've really made me curious. I hope you'll go through it in detail at some point.
Cheers!
DilloTex Losing all that work was bad, I also lost a camera then after this, I got a severe back injury. Oh well, enough excuses, LOL. I promise the next video will be a detailed full build of Flatheads Shelter frame. Stay tuned my friend!
Get well... no rush. Thanks for the video work.
Hi. Another interesting video. It never bores me. I think boring people get bored easily.
Thanks for sharing with us once again.
LadyJoJoDmn Thanks JoJo, I'm glad you liked it. How very true, some people are bored and void of life no matter what you show them. Good hearing from you again my friend.
Hey, Dave. I got me a big bowl of two kinds of ice-cream. And now I'm ready for some "Fun in the Woods". A perfect afternoon. Take it away, and thanks.
eqlzr2 LOL, kick back, eat up and enjoy the vid!
Thank you very much. I really enjoyed this video. I'm glad to be learning this outdoor stuff. I've never gone camping or anything like that, but I'd like to do it at least once. I think it will be a lot of fun.
Yazid Ali Thanks Yazid, I'm glad you liked it. Thats great youre interested in the outdoors, start with a tent in cold weather and get out and enjoy it, you may get addicted to it and even move into some odd shelter building one day. Thats when the real fun begins! Take care my friend.
Fantastic little camp set up. Neat that it's all contained on you and it's like a little cabin in the woods. I'm going to build one of those to use even if I don't have it in the shelter with me. A small fire can put out a lot of heat if contained properly. Thanks for the great video and good to see the old Warlock out with you again. It's been a while.
mobiltec Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it. Man, you are the first commenter that hit it right on the head about a contained fire. An open fire looses heat in all directions and this one directs the heat out front and, you get the heat off the metal assembly like a sync. You are very versed in fire usage. I love that Warlock the more I use it. Take care brother.
Love how it looks like your sweeping leaves, though your broom has no bristles on it😆. Thanks for all the notching and shelter info.
All these videos help me learn a little here and a little there🙂.
Lol, it's natures rake! Thanks for watching Linda
A lot of clever ideas put together making a good heated shelter that seems to be light weight to carry. Following your basic ideas anyone could make adjustments necessary depending on weather conditions. Thanks for doing the video, enjoy seeing you laugh about things along the way!
Ollie Berry Thank you Ollie , Im glad you liked it. Yes, any or all of these elements can be used or modified to suit anyone idea of a good practical heated shelter. Thanks for watching my friend
Thanks David, you always have really neat ideas. I appreciate all the effort you go through to share it with us.
JimmyCricket61258 Im always happy to share Jimmy and I'm glad you liked it brother.
Awesome vid Dave!! I like this one better than the one with the carbon fiber cloth chimney that melted! LOL Your ideas are simply the best! I will try to make this to have in case of a bugout situation that requires an extended stay in the outdoors. Hopefully we won't ever need it for that. This fire place should be VERY versatile and work with a wide variety of shelters. I love how the fire can't be seen from the outside, makes it much more stealthy. THX and keep the ideas coming.
Jerry
Jerry Morris Thanks Jerry, Im glad you liked it. LOL, I hate them melted shelters too! Sounds cool you want to make one, try and tailor your kit to fit inside it or around it. Im pretty sure this set up will work with almost any winter shelter. It can be quite stealthy when used with a camo tarp.
Oh man Dave Pearson presentation always add something special to a video 😂 Guy makes me laugh every time, like hanging out with your buddy who is always super excited to show you some crazy project he is working on. Amazing 👍👍👍👍
Lol! Thanks, I'm glad you like the videos that much!
@@Reallybigmonkey1 yeah I'm never sure what crazy invention you are going to show me next, and I can tell you really enjoy making them so the fun rubs off. I even learn a few things along the way, it's a win win 👌
Great video Dave. Thanks for sharing your experience, wisdom, and humor.
M Callahan Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share.
You are a mad genius my friend.
bloodgout Thanks Brother!
Awesome Dave! I'm gonna give this one a try this week. I think I might come off the vent pipe with a foot of wire in a few directions and connect some cordage to it. That way I can tie it off to stakes or trees so the wind don't blow it over. I'm gonna try to find some good stuff that isn't galvanized to build the fire place. Keep up the great work, Dave. And thanks!
Jamie Hitt Sounds great Jamie! Ive never had any problems with this falling or blowing over but some safety wire is a very god idea. You can also drill holes in the bottom and stake it down. I never use this or any fire in high winds. I used all galvanized because whenever I used uncoated steel it would rot away in one season. Good luck with it brother!
Reallybigmonkey1 just use high temp paint.. last a little longer
Sounds good to me. Burn the zinc off in the back yard, then high temp paint. Right on.
I was thinking the same thing about tie offs and high temp paint.
Love the cat in the back ground. Looks like you passed inspection with him. Like the stove also.
That is the best easy and low cost solution to a camping stove I've seen.
Thank you for posting!
Thanks Danny! I'm glad you liked it brother
Wow Dave! You know how to camp in style! Not sure if i can make the fireplace but ill give it a try. Id love to take this to the Smokies! Take care my friend and keep the videos coming.
***** Thanks Terri, I'm glad you liked it. I always try to camp in comfort. Give it a try, it doesnt have to win a beauty contest, lol. It just has to hold a fire. Thanks for watching my friend.
Andrew Zahn Thanks Andrew, I'm glad you liked it. Get them boys out there and keep enjoying the outdoors.
Glad to see you back in the woods, my friend. Appreciate the design concepts in this fireplace. Especially with off-the-shelf components that don't require welding, cutting torches and the like. Simple tools that most folks already have or can borrow from a friend/neighbor.
Appreciate all the other design concepts sprinkled throughout your presentation. Many of which can be used with or without incorporating the fireplace. Camo clothespins.... :-)
Thanks for sharing. Thanks for the effort it took to bring this video to us. Thumbs up.
Oldtimer Lee Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Lee. I'm going to try and not show as much fancy stuff in the future and a lot more cheaper common found items.
I'm so glad that you are back. I really like this '' back to basics'' cheapo design. Simple , easy and effective.
Bob Mess Thank you for your words Bob and , Im glad you liked it. Simple and cheap cant be beat.
Also, Thanks for mentioning to enjoy your life while you can.....I think most people forget that this is all going to end someday for all of us and if you live long enough everyone you know will be gone! So stay in the moment. Thanks again Dave.
Knot Shore How very true, grab life by the horns while you can.
Great video David it is good to see you making them again. As always your videos are informative and entertaining. Keep them coming and look forward to the next one my friend.
Gene Davidson Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Gene. More videos in the works brother.
love your videos, always learn something and always laugh, you're awesome!
Always great to hear that and I'm happy you liked it. Thanks for watching Susan
I see you as an expert. You always teach me new outdoor tactics. Thank you sir for your informative videos.
Thank you Donald!
Really like the testing and inventing and you're so right, one day, you'll be old, have some stories and memories worth talking about! Good video, always like them
olegrayheadedfart Thanks man, I'm glad you liked it. Yep, ya gotta get out while you can, Take care friend.
sure is good to see you again...... out of alll my bushcraft guys i subscribed to ...... your number one out of 15+ channels...... love your vids.... big thumbs up from texas
discgolfer78 Thanks Brother, Im glad you like what I do so much. Greetings from Georgia.
Reallybigmonkey1
your welcome
A fantastic vid.... thank you for sharing
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Mike
IRON MONKIEY BLADES Thank you Mike, Im glad you liked it.
I've learned more from you in one video than I have rom watching hundreds of others... 😊 thank you
Thank you Laura!
Brother Dave.. thanks for your time and effort with your videos. I had fun, I did learn something and had a blast watching. But you hit the nail on the head with " get off the couch, get out from the TV and enjoy life while you can".
Dirtyfrnk007 How true bro, get out and live life while you can. Im glad you like the videos man.
WooHoo Hey David! Lovin' the stove and pack. As far as foolin' around, here in California one could be fallin' down the mountain and get saved by that awesome pack!! LOL You're gonna die from not havin' enough Fun in the Woods!! That was great fun, keep doin' what ya do, brother!! Good seein' ya!
Gevedon Thanks Gev, Im glad you liked it. I havent heard from you in years, good to see you. Im still having fun in the woods as always!
just recently subscribed... love the videos keep them coming!!
Always great to hear that and I'm happy you like em. Thanks for watching
I like this concept , little grill wire for cooking can be added easy ,
Your optimism and your positive attitude are the best.
Greatings from UK Thanks
+616Aleksandar Thank you Aleksandar! I think a small grill would probably be a cool addition.
Magnificent invention and tutorial, Dave. Very appreciated. I hope you patent this one.
Love and hugs. God bless you!
Thanks Linda! And may God bless you too.
Great idea as always, brother!! Man, you got some ideas and the skills to make them into reality... thanks for sharing and for entertaining us lol)) God bless you, brother))
***** Thanks Brother , Im glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share and entertain.
You are a mad genius my friend ;-)
Jeb & Joe Outdoors Mad maybe, lol. Thanks for watching Brothers!
Oh great.. more stuff to build !!! And I'm only halfway done with my reflector oven haha Great video. You sure hit the nail on the head about getting older.. I'm 63 and still learning. Not ready to settle down in front of the TV yet .
MWC5152 LOL! Im happy to keep you busy brother. Im glad you liked it and Thanks for watching
Another quality video, with nice ideas I've never seen anywhere else. This one will be hard to try, but at least I know it's feasible, and in case of need, I'll have the knowledge. Thanks for sharing!
Dude!!!, lol Hey man, i have to say i feel very lucky this morning. I seen you released a video. I recently purchased a playstation 3, which allows me to watch youtube on my widescreen tv. So hell ya, i get to watch your video on a widescreen tv. Sweeet lol . I am loving the fireplace, i may have to make one for my semi perm shelter i made . The way you set up your web gear, that is how i attach my sleeping bag and sleeping pad , when i go camping. I have two nylon straps that i put around the bag and pad and tighten it up, so it sits on your back like a back pack and all my gear is in my butt pack and side pouches. The reason i got the webgear is from watching your vids a couple years ago, i wanted to try it. I love it alot better then a back pack. I find a knife and a bow saw, can be all you need for building a shelter. I rather use a saw then an axe any day for that task.I agree,raised bed is the way to go for sure and it dont take much, good advice bro.I like the shelter man, looks warm for sure. thanks for sharing and always look forward to your Vids Dave, take care of yourself. If you want something to watch check out my new series I am doing with windham woodcraft. here is a link man to the playlist. czcams.com/play/PLJKL0AIHUCiRJnyjy20RhnmgUDwaSRqBY.html
Hello Tony yes your right, altho i have watched videos on my tv and netflix, with a laptop hooked to my tv. i dont like fooling with the laptop. I use my desk top and its to far from the tv. Thanks for the info, but i'm loving the ps3, just turn it on and instant access. I never leave my lap top hooked to the tv,Thanks bro for commenting.
your video was very thorough. i learned a lot. and you have a nice personality to present videos. subscribed !
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all. Thanks for the sub and Thanks for watching Terry
Thank you William!
Awesome video David thank you so much for taking the time to make and share it.
Be safe and be lucky, Wol.
wols wildcamping Thank you Brother, Im glad you liked it and Im always happy to share. I need all the luck I can get, lol.
You sir are who they are talking about when they say " he's country as cornbread" lol, love it.
Lol, I guess I am!
Another nice video man, I love your humour and ingenuity :) Keep up the good work!
Bushcraft Heroes Thanks brother
That crazy-ish laugh! Awesome! :)
+Ömer Ayvaz LOL, I laugh almost constantly. Thanks for watching Omer.
you keep long videos, theres alot of us that really just enjoy hanging out.(and have for a long time,lol)
thanks again my friend see you next time.
buffalo1a1 Thanks, Im glad you liked it. I couldnt make a short vid if I tried, I love talking too much. LOL.
I like your answer to the naysayers, those people who habitually expresses negative or pessimistic views. Those folks probably think surviving is walking from the couch to the refrigerator and bushcrafting as firing up the gas grill on the patio. The less folks know the more negative they are. Thanks for the videos.
+Ezell Hayes LOL, you are so right Ezell! And I do hear a lot of negativity about me doing things either wrong or dangerous. Take care and Thanks for your comments!
That is a Cool little fireplace and we had no tent fires !!! You and us will never forget that Thanks for your comments at the end If somebody feels it's not safe for them then please don't build one
not2fast4u2c Thanks Brother! I'm glad you liked it. Oh no man, I'll never forget that fire! I told everyone about in the video about if they felt it not being safe and yet Ive already gotten at least 40 comments so far saying its gonna fall over or the wind will blow it over. Its never fallen over on me. I guess Im gonna be called Dangerous Dave from here on out. LOL. Take care brother and thanks for the continued support.
You are still inventing and gizmackering!
GizmoBee1702 And I'll probably never stop! :)
Thank you for another great video. Very informative and enjoyable as usual! Best portable chimney I've seen. I would simply anchor it with steel safety wire for peace of mind. Please keep these videos coming. No one does it like you do. Thanks again.
+Edwin Torres Youre very welcome Edwin and Im happy you liked it. You cant get more simple than a chimney made out of store bought parts. I added some eay anchors in another vid if you wanna take a look. czcams.com/video/r5Zjg7stYKA/video.html
So glad you're doing more videos lately, my friend. Greetings from Pittsburgh, PA. ~Laura
Reallybigmonkey1 hey dave great video man thank you very much for taking the time to show us some great ideas and shelter options .
Me and my son used one of your shelter's from one of your other videos a tipi style, Using 5 small tree's rope together and wrapped the tarp around them then put a small tarp in for a ground sheet work great and had a blast .
Have you ever used donkey tape instead of rope it's a lot lighter and very strong?
Thanks for the video's dave atb Jam
Jam Thebushcraftman Thanks Jam, I'm glad you liked it bro. I know exactly the Teepee you mentioned. Mine looked weird on video because the trees werent just right. With the right positioned trees, its an awesome shelter. I had heard of muletape but havent used it much till recently. My friend Randy gave me some and I love it! I will probably start using more of it in my videos soon.
Very nice idea and as always very useful. I have got inspired by your video, and went overnight the last weekend in -3F with my little portable stove. It worked nicely, but some modifications needs to be done. I just uploaded the video. Thank you and take care brother. M.S.T.
MODERN SURVIVAL TACTICS Thats awesome man! Good to hear, I'll come take a look bro. I love homemade ovens and stoves
Very cool as usual, Dave. Thanks. No shortage if ingenuity in your tent. Cheers.
John W MacDonald Thanks John! I'm glad you liked it.
just friggin' amazing. Most excellent. Wish I would have had this 30 yrs ago when I camped in the Adirondacks.
StandsWithABeer Cool, I'm glad you liked it bro. The set up is kinda bulky to pack in but once you get there, its awesome to have.
Happy camping
Lovin' it!!!
+Susanne Williams Thanks Susanne! Always great to hear from you girl!
Kitty is so well camouflaged I didn't notice kitteh the first time I watched this video. 🤣🤣Kitty got some screen time and made a nest in your gear.
Lol, them cats get into everything! Thanks for watching Heather
Ive been watching a lot of different bushcrafters trying out their new tents & bags & stoves & all their other equipment .Wanted to thank you so much for keeping camping fun & basically cheap . Ive seen others show off sponsored equipment costing a fortune to some one like me & theres no way Id dare allow myself to set that stuff up without cringing at the thought of getting it dirty or God forbid a hole or melted spot in it .Ive done most of my camping close to home & still far enough in the woods to where I m not in my back yard which Ive not been ashamed of doing either But still !!!! . Im out there to basically enjoy being under the stars even if Im in a tent & cold as crap . Then cooking a quick meal for my dinner & a nice big breakfast over the campfire then go back home when I feel its time to . Over night or a week away . Ive read some of the comments bout the galvanized . Ive used it before & no problems but I have recently been using the hi temp paint on the inside & outside anymore . Cost bout $3 a can . But still if I had my druthers Id follow the way you do it & go out & have fun & enjoy my camping time . Thanks again
Youre Great
Thanks Stuart! I'm cheap, and I'll never be a sell out for free gear. There sure is a lot that have gone commercial and that takes all the fun out of it. Take care and thanks for watching brother
Great idea im going to save this and try it i like this idea its original and no one has thought of doing it this way before so good. Dont worry about the negative assholes there are so many negative people know there just lost souls, your a sweetie.
risingsun49 Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and gonna give it a shot. Its cheap and quite simple. I try my best to ignore the A holes but sometimes, they just drive me nuts. LOL. Thanks for watching.
Actually, I have absolutely no time to watch an one-hour video. I like your ideas and your humor. Finally, I've seen almost the whole video (-: Greets from Switzerland
Felix
We cherish southern hospitality - set down an have a glass of sun tea with a slice of lemon : ) ..... Now ya can go hit the slopes : )
If you have no time for a one hour video, then just fast forward through it and pick out the parts you wanna watch. Come back on a rainy snowy day to watch all. :)
Dave, great video as always my friend. Sorry I haven't been around much to watch and comment. Working man's life doesn't give me as much time as I want to get out and have fun. I absolutely agree with you, time is short. Need to get out in the woods and enjoy life. Fall is here and this is my favorite time to be in the woods. Keep well and stay safe brother!
Thanks! I'm happy you liked it and I so understand! There's NEVER enough time for camping or anything fun. Especially when work gets in the way. Fall was made for camping! Take care and thanks for watching
Glad to see another video. I especially love your black kitty snuggle into your gear. It's saying, "I'm going with you this time!"
The offer still stands to be your camera person if you come to Cumberland County, TN. We have acres and acres of wildlife management area.
Carla Cox Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Carla and its always good to hear from you. LOL, that cat is almost ALWAYS into everything Im doing outside. Its my sidekick. Ive been all over tenn. but never to Cumberland county. Sounds like a fantastic place! Take care now and Thanks for watching my friend.