Solo Winter Bushcraft Trip - Old School Camping and Cooking - Sleeping in a Wool Blanket

#bushcraft #camping #survival #primitivetechnology
This time I set out on a more primitive approach than usual. Can you be fed, warm, rested and comfortable, traveling the winter woodlands without a modern tent and sleeping bag? Without freeze dried meals etc. Im bringing the basic bushcraft tools as always and I try to live 19th century life in the woods. Wool blanket, and a rein-deer skin for sleeping.
I was hoping for colder temps but managed to get through it. Just under freezing and then up over the melting point is the worst conditions when wild camping. The fire is called Nying. I have done them several times before and they worked great. But before it was colder outside. This log needed some extra preparations to work as a long fire. Some extra cutting away of damp material in the beginning. Still I had to feed it for an hour before it burned on its own. I took it where it was off the ground but it was a bit too moist. The positive thing is it smoldered and glowed giving just about the right amount of heat into my shelter. It had just glowing embers and some tiny flames now and then. You also have to scrape these things on the sides with the axe a couple of times if they don't burn enough. In the morning I scraped them clean and used them almost like a table with a fire on top. Next time Im out in this weather doing this type of fire Im taking dead standing. Saves a lot of work getting the fire going.
You see these big roaring flames over logs online. The reality is these big roaring types of fires work badly as long fires. The big burn makes the material carbonize too fast, creating too much conduction and air move around you when you are laying still. It will make you too hot for a minute and then you will freeze. Sure you see big flames in this video but that's just in the beginning when igniting the fire. You want a calm slow burning fire in the night. The ideal for a long fire is to have candle size flames. And for that you need the Nying fire. Other models does not work as good IMO because of the shape of the whole radiating structure (again, just my opinion). That's it. That's the whole secret to sleeping good all night and not tend the fire too much. I was amazed how comfortable it was under the wool blanket. Slept in wool base layer. I didn't even need reinforcement clothes except my hat and wool mittens. Got some chills on my back but just turned over and went back to sleep. Good to notice is my canvas lavvu poncho was perfect for this. If my shelter behind me would have been bigger I would have been much colder!
Then on to some interesting cooking. Sluring is perhaps the most common food in Scandinavia for hundreds of years amongst woodsmen working with timber etc. Fat, protein, salt and some vegetables containing carbs and vitamins. That is what you need to survive long term. Modern recipes from old times sometimes don't really make sense to me so I did Sluring my way. Originally they used what they had so I think the variation of this recipe in reality was as big as the amount of chefs. You can see me separate things and that might look a bit unnecessary but its just the way I cook to get perfect result. If I only had the pan I would have just thrown everything in there in stages which Im sure they did a lot back in the day when they where tired, cold and hungry. In recipes online you see they used Barley grain but then you need to boil or put it in water for a bit longer so I just went with the Barley flour instead. Because I believe they just used what ever cereal they had. And with flour you can bake cakes on hot stones, in a pan (remember the kolbulle I did before? same type of old time woodsman food) or whatever so I felt it was how I wanted to go. This dish was ok to eat. I really felt the somewhat unappetizing amount of fat was needed in my body when working with big logs in the cold. But if I would have to live on this for months at a time I would probably go insane.
This time I was out on my friends land again so please note you need land owners permission in Sweden, to do some of the things I do in this video.
Thanks for watching!
Gear: Polish Lavvu canvas poncho, wool blanket, mora knife, hultafors Åby axe, vintage US ACME cold handle pan, vintage Old trangia pot, steel bottle from Urberg, fork I carved, handmade kuksa, vintage oil lantern, vintage norwegian mountain pack, rein-deer skin, box of matches, bahco saw blade,
Food: Danish Old School Bread my wife baked from a Camilla Plum recipe. Butter, sausage, potatoes, carrot, celeriac, onion, salted pork, Barley flour.

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[@axcx5951]

You can’t go wrong with onion, carrots, potato and pig belly meat - my daughter loves it ;) Greetings from Poland

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Hog maw good stuff

[@mitchellrapp517]

Yeah buddy pig is an unclean meat

[@heikobinder3744]

So, now there are 2 big problems. First i get hungry by looking this video, and the second one is to sit in in the most complete sick country of the world. Germany. But in april i will travel to this gorgeous swedish nature. Thanks to you, to bring us this wonderful pictures and still so on.👍👍👍

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Maybe your taste will change to a nation, America! 5:35

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[@steveparkinson8887]

Thankyou for filming.

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If you're reading this, it doesn't matter where on the planet you are, I wish you a great and happy night. peaceful life where all your dreams come true

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My friend, thank you for being in our lives. You are an indescribable peace of mind ❤️⚘️

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@josephfrasure3884]

That slurry stew made my mouth water. Great content as always, thank you.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@zxcdabin]

When I go camping later, I will try the dish you cooked. And your videos are like movies. I don't feel bored and I don't want it to end. Best CZcamsr, Mr.Swedwoods!

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[@giuliacaputo5619]

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[@cheesedude1733]

Saturday is saved again! Looking forward to a relaxing viewing this afternoon!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@rkf2746]

For me, this is among your best videos. I learned the long-fire method from you, and have used it quite a bit. Sometimes quite successful, sometimes not. That's what keeps us working at it. You mentioned seeing some videos of big raging fires on CZcams. I'm reminded of something I read long ago. A Native American was observing white men build a huge fire, then having to stand away from it because it was too hot. The Native American said, "white man builds a big fire, and has to stand away. An Indian builds a small fire, and sets up close". Be well. Roger

[@Swedwoods]

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[@wildplace26]

*i like snowy forests with big pine trees. the forest near my house doesn't have pine trees it's a tropical forest with many different kinds of trees wish you good health and success enjoy the weekend🎪🌧🔥☕🙏👍🤲*

[@Life_Skills00]

That bonfire makes food in the wild, but I think it will do a good job of enduring the cold.😊👍

[@NaveedKharal]

That double log heating looked so cozy!
And capturing the floating ice in flowing water with reflection of trees along the brook was so amazing 👏

[@lkbranniff8877]

Such a gorgeous video. Your long fire was a work of art. A fascinating and serene 38 minutes. My morning toast and coffee are always greatly enhanced by your work.🙂

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@lulzmusic]

That long fire is brilliant! Looks like a lot of work and patience, but the payoff is awesome ✌🏻

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@stevevanderhorst5234]

I really enjoyed your videos. I tend to camp the same way as you. Usually I sleep under a canvas tarp with my dog. I live in Northern Canada. Thank you for all these great videos. They mean a lot to me.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@_PuckFutin_]

No annoying music or talking. Just you and the nature. So calming and peaceful. Thanks for making these videos. Subscribing!

[@glendunaway9861]

I was traveling through WA. state from Spokane to Pasco, and stopped over in between to rest for a few days, set up camp beside the tracks, and on the second day it rained like a vengeance. I moved my gear under a weeping tree, sat next to the trunk, and made a small fire, just big enough to cook coffee and a can of stew. No more than the occasional rain drop got to me, I was warm and dry, and a simple meal tasted so good.

[@user-ww4wr1eo7p]

Swedwoods'world is beautiful.Thank you for nice video.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@thevocalmale3754]

You left me guessing at the end there, Sweddy - did you stay on for another night or make your way back home.
I really enjoy your winter adventures the most using the classics! 👍

[@Swedwoods]

I went home. Can't stand that mild weather when snow is melting. Thanks!

[@john69Kushman]

The long fire is the only way to go when it's Cold and you wanna stay nice and toasty warm!

[@hellsscoutact5379]

I'm getting passed 60 yes old. I'm having some mobility issues. I like the old ways and my gear and packaging of that gear is being modified. I love the great forested out back country. Especially Winter. Instead of carrying my pack I use a game cart or a Polk. All my real important gear is still packed into a backpack, easier to keep gear consolidated. Help keep item from being lost. Great video, thanks. JMHO

[@PolarRed]

If I had been a Scandinavian kid, I'm sure I would have misbehaved on purpose just to get me some Sluring, on quite regularly basis too I reckon! Looked gorgeous.

[@jensdietze5669]

Premium-Class! Thank you and all the Best!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@TinaICXCNIKA]

Thanks #swedwoods for the excellent description information!Nying was really beautiful but not as much as that serious looking bread your Wife made...substantial.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@margaretyoung4262]

I was mesmerized watching you make the long fire. Beautiful! Never knew there could be such a thing.
Takes imagination out there! Doubt I’d of ever thought of it. Dinner looks good too🙏👍appreciated the history

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@stevenholland8167]

Once again...great video! More items shown to put in the bushcraft toolbox...that meal looked delicious 😋

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@sbsaxb611]

Nice place, to keep the sawblade.
These videos should start with a trigger warning 😂 we're going to spend our third vacation in a row in skandinavia. Well, we're coming since roundabout 30 years now

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В Сибири такой костёр называется Нодья

[@igorzhukov8237]

ну не обязательно в Сибири , у нас на Юге так же называется .

[@brendaf3132]

You have given me an idea for lunch today. I don't have the salt pork so I will have to sub mince beef. On this cold damp day it will fill the bill. It's a shame no fish are to bite your lure. Wonderful view of forest and river!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@user-deathcrow77]

Always Thank you Swedwoods~⭐️

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@bushcraftowyszlak1819]

It's great that you showed from start to finish how to make a Nodie Synerian bonfire, but you also showed a great way to ensure our safety. Thank you for your video 😉👍👏👏

[@bryantcs0]

Out of all the knives I own. Hundreds of dollars spent. One of my most favorite knives is the mora classic. It’s one of those knives you start out with, then buy a whole bunch later, and you like some of the more expensive knives. But when it comes down to it, you can’t beat the classic.

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[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@patrickwalsh4398]

Simple, elegant, effiecent...as usual. The only "bushcrafter" i've seen to do a longfire properly. the drone shots are awesome ... Thank you sir!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

The drone shots!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@johnburgin7478]

Excellent video. Calming to see a mirror image of the tree line on the water . Always surprising how smooth the drone footage is . Guess I’m outdated. Blonde roux and bacon stew . Looked good. Have a great evening

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks my friend!

[@marcosilicani5775]

I see the true spirit of hiking, knowledge of the area and its resources. Tradition, competence and inventiveness. Beautiful.

[@Swedwoods]

thanks!

[@marcosilicani5775]

@@Swedwoods I appreciate and respect man's ability to integrate nature, the attention you use in all your excursions to keep the environment unchanged is moving and sublime!

[@ruchiramunjal6061]

Great Winter Camping Adventure !! The Fire Log was very Well done , Amazing.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@pauls7771]

Another great vid. Your the best! Thanks!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@josephzerbe2945]

Another awesome experience! Thankyou for the new info on Longfire method. And some Scandinavian food. I'm definitely gonna try that recipe.

[@eventsotherthingswithchris9019]

I liked that version of a long fire Swed!
If your end poles that you placed were a bit longer & you caught a deer or something, you could've had some rotisserie styled food using the end poles as spits maybe?

[@dindin9898]

For me you are the best CZcamsr I follow you from Algeria and always wait for your news
my regards

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@martialliaj8498]

Great winter camping 🏕️

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@geroldknoebel3836]

Sehr schönes Video und Du hast völlig Recht, einfacher ist oft sehr viel schöner und das Futter, frisch mitgenommen, schmeckt auch besser. Gruß aus Frankfurt

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@ricktuma3233]

Awsome videos ! Old schools the best , really like watching you cook too .

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@ysgolgerlan]

Thanks for another nice video and for the effort in making it. At 20:40 I thought you had died of carbon monoxide poisoning ! 👍

[@Natalie_1188]

Природа прекрасна

[@jihongliu5418]

What I love most are the peaceful environment including all sounds of nature.

[@gr8northernpike]

The ice float…beautiful image. Thank you.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks glad you liked that scene!

[@RomanVarl]

Thank you for the video! It was an eye candy to watch )

[@Swedwoods]

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Thank you for sharing this video from all your friends at Lower, Michigan Hiking, and Camping adventures

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[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@knoflook1962]

Great video, again!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@louvinast.prix-smikle8558]

I appreciate your videos because you can see the hard work you put in to see the final results. Thx.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@lanecountybigfooters5716]

As soon as you bent that branch, I knew what you were doing, LOL! The salt pork stew looked absolutely delicious. What a beautiful primitive camp. Thanks for taking us along!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks for watching!

[@feeling8804]

한국에서 보고 있는 구독자입니다
언제나 좋은 영상 감사드립니다 ㅎㅎ

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@rambling_rob7035]

Really enjoy your videos. I'm still going through your previous videos. Great work.

[@Swedwoods]

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[@theinvasivespecies1119]

impressive as always sir!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@davidvaughn7752]

Old-school, indeed! This was a damn masterpiece!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks my friend!

[@huangsolver3255]

master, have a good weekend !

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@moorshound3243]

These videos really mean alot to me, just been told I cannot haul gear for a while so no more hiking for me for a time.
It's soul crushing but watching Swed out doing his thing makes me smile.
Thank you for posting.
And a three match fire never thought I'd see the day ha awesome work.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you my friend and I hope you find better health soon to be back on the trail!

[@kimberlisheaffer4275]

My first time watching your videos and I just loved your camp you made. The dbl log fire was unique. And the pine bough bed must have smelled heavenly. Thank you .

[@idagotdinixa442]

This fire is soooooo stunning 🔥😍🔥😍💪 I love it 👌 👌 great adventure 🔝 always mouthwatering food 👏👏👏

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@kookistar]

Thank you for your video. :)

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@papabear9481]

I can tell you this, Scandinavian children of old may not have liked that dish, but I thought it looked freaking delicious, even with the carrots. It's 0300 and now I'm sitting here hungry

[@lucyb15]

beautiful!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@monstabushcraft9715]

Hello Mr. Swedwoods,
Your Videos are never boring!
I Love it❤
Tomorow i go for 3 days in the Woods🐶🔥⛺🌦🍖

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

If it's "monstabushcraft", don't you mean you're going for 3 days in the "bush"? 🤔

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@hanksbud2544]

Excellent Swedewoods. Thank for amazing journey.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@AChildofLightHEATHER]

I wonder if anyone has tried putting some rocks in between the logs to help them get airflow to keep the fire going? Great set up, you are awesome!

[@Swedwoods]

That will work at first but the point is the sticks must burn up to keep the logs burning well.

[@edwardfrak6618]

Thank you. This is very nice video . Take are.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@edwardfrak6618]

@@Swedwoods pleass welcome.

[@GROSZEK1999]

🌲 I love watching you, you can learn a lot,and great video as always.👌👍👋👋👋

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Классно... особенно ночью!!! Неужели весь котелок съел???? Удачи !!!!

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Thanks to these bushcraft videos i've begun making spam burgers. I had a case of spam for end times and the exp date was 2020. Last night I cooked it up and it was just fine! That stuff is so salty it is the ULTIMATE survival food! My spam burger recipe: Hack up spam into six slices. 2 slices per "burger". Potato bun toasted, pickles, ketchup, onions, mayo, mustard ketchup and a slice of american kraft cheese. The most affordable burger you'll ever enjoy!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks for the tip! I like simple practical ideas like that that works in reality.

[@garywood702]

Excellent setup! Love the old school tarp shelter, bough bed with long fire out front!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@XaLoiVlog]

i like simple things, love unspoiled nature and your videos have made me excited. Snowfall is always the most beautiful thing, in my country it never snows. year round hot and muggy

[@craigrobertson6082]

This was a super interesting clip. The fire log was very well done. I was always taught that one should try and get 12 inches (if possible) for the spruce bough bedding for best possible insulation and sleep. The slurring looked really good to me. I thinking switching to pork or ground sausage would make that a real treat. Always learn something every video. Thanks again.

[@Swedwoods]

thank you!

[@cavemaninasuit]

Always look forward to your videos, really enjoyed hearing you play guitar again on the last one! What is your favorite Scandinavian meal that you think a foreigner should try? I'd be interested in making an authentic dish, thank you!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks! Try Kåldolmar.

[@cavemaninasuit]

@@Swedwoods thank you!

[@onkelu3478]

Top Video! 👍👍👍🙋‍♂👌

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@anndebaldo7381]

What a beautiful fire! I love your videos and agree that one does not need modern equipment, if one knows the old ways...as you do. Thanks for another wonderfully peaceful video and I look forward to the next one. ATB

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

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Класс, нет слов 👍👍👍

[@catherinegowan1362]

Magnificent as usual. Great scenery. Good food and calmness. You always deliver. Thankyou

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

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Thanks, I always enjoy watching your videos. Nice and quiet

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

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👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Very nice, thanks nature friendly

[@Swedwoods]

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Beutiful video 📸 ever ⚡⚡🖤💖💖💖

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Another awesome videos mate

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

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Шалом.
Жаль,что запах не передаётся:)))
Удачи в творчестве!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

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Excellent!

[@70sdude68]

Beautiful, soothing, video as we've all been accustomed to from you, my friend!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

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Love it!!!❤️❤️❤️

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I love watching how you achieve living in the wild no everyone can do it you are amazing.been watching for while now

[@nadornador2519]

Merci beaucoup 👍👍👊

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@MountainManFred]

Great video... out in the forest... and no chatter.. Again..good stuff!

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I'm just in love with your videos!

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Everytime my Kids are sick, we watch some Videos from you. Then they relax and enjoy it. Thanks

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks nice to hear!

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Amazing!

[@lci2489]

oh man i started watching ur videos 4 years ago not sure and since that day until now i hope to go for hiking one day , not because i lack for something no because we lack for security and safety at Palestine in those 4 years i lost a lot of members of my family and the more lonely i get the more i want to live like u in the woods far away from people far away from everything

[@s.maskell7134]

I would have disliked slurry as a child, but it looks delicious to me now.

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Always love to watch solocamping video but I do not why always there is something special about your videos and the nature, probably reminding me of my homeland!

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Tack för att du delade med dig

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your videos are so good .. keep it going

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!