7 Day $20 Dollar Tree Survival Challenge - Day 4 - Primitive Fish Trap
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- čas přidán 19. 11. 2019
- Day 4 of my $20 Dollar Store Survival Kit 7 Day Survival Challenge!
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DropForgedSurvival Maine in the Stetson area in the end of summer early fall
@@outdoorhorner6083 maines looks beautiful never been that far north mines probably colorado around the rockys
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Well it is until you live here in the winter but yes it is amazing in the fall
West Virginia
I rarely comment on CZcams these days because I typically watch on my TV, but I got on my phone, logged in, and re-found this video to offer my appreciation for you. I just love your enthusiasm for life and providing survival tips on a budget. This is a super random connection to my job, but I work with poor folks on a budget, many of whom are concerned about being able to take care of themselves and their families. This has been an intriguing adventure and a great reminder to me about using the resources we have available to us and thinking outside of the box. Thank you.
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Litteraly outside lol
I think it would be really cool to see a $50 Harbor freight 10 day challenge
Fun idea
It is very hard to visit harbor freight and spend less than $50. It would be a challenge for sure.
That would be a really good one !
@@DropForgedSurvival that would be a KILLER concept for you next one. You would be limited on food options but I'm sure us viewers would be ok with 2 cans of luncheon loaf 😉
I spent $75 at Harbor Freight and got stuff to put into 4 backpacks. That survival knife for $10 is tough. I beat on it with a rock to split wood.
Who else thinks that having a fire going on for 4 days is very impressive?
Exactly what i was thinking.. not impressive at all..
Ya
I keep my fire going in my deer camp for 14 days. In cold weather. -7 this year
Also, foraging all his food for four days
Hammer Thor don’t care didn’t ask
Use your fire to bend your wood.. put it high enough over fire where it steams but doesn't burn. (Woodworkers trick) to save cordage make hoops abt the same size and weave the cane ... Yes river cane or cattails stalks work great for fish traps.. we made them when I was a kid. But of course safety pins and some finer strands of para cord work well for a trot line. And, dress for success.. shorts may not have been the perfect attire for the job at hand. LOL 😂😂 save the spam can.. you can use it as a container for boiling water etc... One man's junk is a preppers salvation!
Use the grass on the outside of your tent to cut down on the wind and insulation to stay warmer.😁
Or at least pinetree branches.
And mud or leafy branches to hang on sides maybe to heavy. And wear pants or bring a ski suit next time to put over what you are wearing at night.
@@abrokenandacontriteheart1308 lol
Nothing sweeter than a "prepper boy" and his dog. Bella is so sweet. She's clearly loving this project - and being with her daddy.
Thanks alot
I would have kept that Rock Trap set, all. the. time. An ultimate goal of a primitive survival challenge is to not have to eat the food you brought, and your foraging options were phenomenal. Spending an entire day of down time, is a good idea, especially with your limited calorie intake, and your low water supply. Your Fish trap will either work, or it won't. At the very least, you've shown us what we can do better.
For a complete novice, I was impressed with what you did.
Thank you sir. Its all about trying to improve with every adventure
@@DropForgedSurvival and you need to eat more when you have food available. I know it sounds wrong, but the more caleries you take in today the fewer required tomorrow.
I'm not saying gorge yourself but having a full belly not only does great for your moral but those tedious tasks become part of your aftermeal down time waiting for the food to settle.
Videos like this is what made me respect you. I just saw another video where this guy was doing a $250 Walmart overnight challenge. Lol wtf.
Was it corporals Corner? If so.... He is still 100% legit. He owns credentials i would cherish to slap on myself as a label. But i do understand what you mean if only in terms of “length of trip” taking a week out isn’t easy
Yeah it was his video. Lol. I enjoy his channel. I just thought that particular one was funny.
@@johnnytoxic9490 corporals video wasn't so much about surviving for just a night, but rather building a full camp pack for $250 only from wal-mart. he took the challenge and made it his own by designing essentially a beginner's pack with all of the gear essential gear that could later then be upgraded.
it's a great video that really helped me understand the necessary tools for more primitive style camping.
$250 LOL I think I saw that one. That guy really has things wire down tight. I think the video you're talking about is where he is making a cheap beginners packs for people just getting into it to prove you don't need expensive gear to still have fun
there is one for $500 also
Chris - good start on fish trap! If you strip some green bark, you can loose basket weave across the long stringers. Or find some vines to weave in to close up the big gaps. (Gary)
That would be an Excellent idea
I am enjoying this series SO much! I've done a lot of camping, but nothing this primitive.
Thanks alot Ember
Love seeing Bella with you in the series. Hope you’re all well. Great videos Chris
Thanks Will
you should consider making a water filter with gravel, sand, and some of your charcoal, then filter through cloth and boil.
Fun idea
Yea we actually learned that in chemistry or biology I'm not sure ( I'm from germany and here they put chemistry, biology and science into one subject )
You can easily make your fish trap more effective to catch small fish. Weave the sides with vines or even long grasses so the sides are more filled in. We used to make minnow traps when I was a kid. I think grandpa was just keeping us busy lol. No fishing until we made a trap and caught enough minnows.
Aww Bella is so sweet 😍 I am enjoying these videos so much and Bella makes them even better
If you don't know knots, just use lots. Quote from Bear Grylls.
Lmao 😂 Right
lol thats great!!
@@DropForgedSurvivalHa ha, is that where Zach Fowler came up with that saying?
🤣🤣🤣yup can tie a knot tie alot......but it's great to learn at least few knots....
I don't know why he can't learn knots. He has a you tube Channel which means he has access to you tube. There's only about 50 million videos with guys teaching how to make knots. They that's how I've learned everything I know how to do.
Hey Chris,I'm sure that others have commented on this but if you want your fish trap to be super successful, you have to make the gaps tighter. If you can reach your hand through the side, slime fish can get out. However, great job on the build! It's always super fulfilling to complete a project for the first time! Keep up the good work.
Bella is GORGEOUS please take her on more challanges!!!!
Thanks Caitlin
luncheon loaf, sliced thinly, and fried with canned whole chilies on fire toasted bread, with mayo makes an awesome camping hot sandwich... I camped alone for 5 1/2 months in the oregon forest while pregnant. the survival part is easy.. coming up with enough content to make a video series people will actual watch is the true challenge.. props to you on that.
Sounds yum
i love watching bella just doing her thing. shes so sweet. it blows my mind she was a rescue. who ever didnt want that sweet girl is nuts!
Is has been my blessing 5 years now!
The dollar tree "spam" is one of our main foods right now. We've been without power for 3 months. Thankfully we have a grill, and some basic knowledge. I just cut it in half and grill it like a burger.
The spacing of the branches on the fish trap are too wide apart, you could fit your whole hand in. If you did more rings and weaved every other branch in and out of the rings would only have to tie the end together and the end ring.
I was thinking about that also while building. It was still a hell of a fun project to practice with
Some areas (especially near water) will have very tall vines that are excellent for these projects. Bait is not needed as the fish are upstream & will not know the bait is there. Likewise, downstream fish will likely not be able to swim upstream & into the trap. Tie the cordage closer to the open end of the trap & and tie to a tree trunk or heavy rock. Placing a rock on top of the cordage is not secure, as the water drag may take your trap downstream...
Awesome job on the fishing trap 👍, that type of can of "luncheon meat" is like a Spam one, it's so tightly packed that if you leave it in the can it'll be pushed out, that's why I pop it out, cut it up and cook it, and BTW, don't feed too much to Bella, doggies get bad things happen to them with that kind of processed meat, keep up the great videos and looking forward to seeing the next one!!!
Thanks! It did taste good. That pup has an iron tummy haha 😆
I think this series is great!! Good job on the fish trap. I would like to see you return to the dollar tree at the end and see if you would change anything in your supplies after you have done the challenge.
Fun idea
You're living proof that it is not all the techno-cool gadgets someone has. It's about having knowledge, skills, and taking the time to develop them. Because you obviously have so much of these, this isn't that much of a challenge for you but I'm learning a lot. Thanks.
Bella is such a sweetheart, she loves you unconditionally... Great wholesome content my friend!
Ive had that luncheon loaf. I slice it thin and fry it in a pan and make sandwiches with mustard on it. I like it ok..
Nice!!
Mustard makes everything great
@@Cobra-lp4ei except ice cream, chocolate, water, and more.
@@blazingpotatopen494 water might taste good with mustard and pickle ice cream could too u never know
When chris is happy I'm happy. These vids are so wholesome
i have a good survival camping area. i go to an area on the susquhanna river in pennsylvania. its about a 10 mile hike from the nearest town. i will keep the location secret since if the spot gets out i will have college kids partying and mess it up. so far i have a prepping table, a really good firepit(i used dirt with a high amount of clay in it mixed with water, i built it with a recycled street sign to be used as a flat top for cooking, i also made a rotiserie bar with a long twig like you did) next year when winter is over i plan to make a raised shelter(the river usually floods in summer) out of brick(a local factory is being knocked down and i asked if i can recycle the brick) i also catch good 15-20 pound catfish since the river gets deep in the place i go. i will list my kit below
my kit includes;
10L gravity filter bag(same as in your 30day challange)
gerber gator machete
kastking 9 inch fillet
swiss army knife
first aid kit
old flint(got from my dad its one you squeeze and it sparks)
that fire tinder you are sponsered by
coleman cookware set
recycled 1 gal bottle(for water storage)
ziplock bags(for foraging)
knife sharpaning kit
old rod i had since i was a kid
sleeping bag
tarp
i need to buy a new foldable saw, knife, a better weatherproof shelter cover and hunting gear
when i go out i mainly fish and gather for food
im planning to make a mud hut like on that primitive survival channel and have a fireplace in the hut, ventilated of course, i am going to challange myself to a 1 week winter challange after its done
We all do things "our own way" and no one way is right or wrong. I like EVERYTHING to serve multiple purposes. As an example: When I store my fire wood, I store it in such a manner that it forms another "wall" for my living quarters. It helps block the weather and is always near. The shelter roof can double to collect water, etc. GOOD VIDEO, I'M ENJOYING THEM. THANK YOU.
Thanks P P P
You Are So Blessed To Have Gods Creature He Created So Beautiful For You Thank You For Rescuing Bella Really Enjoying Your Video Goodnight Sweet Precious Bella❤
Can't wait! My boys and I will be watching. 💕
Thanks Brianna
Night to you both
Edit: Thanks so much for the heart this is my first comment I believe on here to get recognition I feel blessed. I love watching the videos and admire what you do. If I didn't have to work as much as I do to survive I would go into woods like this and not only survive, but thrive!!!
GOOD NIGHT BELLA!!!! Sweet dreams sweetie!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
The puppies never distract!!! They're always there to drive you to do better!? Yep! 😎🤙🤙
Good point
Pls take belle with you more often i love her
These videos truly prove how easy outdoor survival is with some basic skills and kit. Doesn’t hurt that you’ve got lots of cacti to feed you, but each area has its own thing I guess.
County of Hawaii poisoned a lot of the wild fruit trees to "control the rat population" which reduced the ferral cat population(that some fear is eating native birds to extinction) then increased the Rat, wild Chicken,Mongoose(ferret) population eating/competing with the Native Birds cause there is no Ferrell cats to control their population...the Norse rats getting up to 3feet in length and loving eggs and small chicks.......oh and Homeless People/Campers/Foragers can't use the wild fruit and berries either
Farmer Frank That’s terrible! They had to know that would happen!
@@eggyboi1217 nope. Man interferring with eco systems happens all over. In a lake near San Antonio, TX they had an over abundance of a grass, choking out the lake.
They added Tilapia fish who eat grass. but Tilipia is not a native fish; it had ZERO predators to control it's population. Tilapia are Mouth Breeders. They keep their eggs in their mouths until the hatch.
End result: the tilapia didn't really like the grass that was choking the lake, they prefered something else. They were so over populated, they began to deplete resources for the native fish that are popular for the fishermen.
It became a LAW: if you hooked a tilapia, you had to kill it, and throw it on the bank.
Objective Observer same thing with gobies in Michigan
Love the personal little puppy heater she's absolutely adorable😁
Your Bella is so cute and very friendly. I do love this kind of dogs 😘😘❤❤love you Bella
Hey Chris, a good knot to learn would be the diagonal lashing. It would've made the knot tying probably a lot easier and saved a bit of time.
Although I am NOT an outdoor person I am so impressed by you and all this information. You are very creative and I love Bella.
As a side note:you should have kept the (internal) rotting bits of possum off to the side to use as bait. The REEK and bottom feeders such as crabs, crawdads and catfish flock to it. My dad used to catch crabs and such over a rando bridge in Maryland using rotting turkey necks he got for free. The more rotten the meat, the faster the bottom feeders go for it.
Great tips
I'm really enjoying your 7 day challenge. I love your enthusiasm. I love Bella too! My daughter has a white German shepherd she rescued. Looks just like Bella only bigger. He is, also, a sweetheart.
Dude you should be a scout leader 🙂👍 all your little fans would love that 🙂
At this point I want to see unlimited budget for tools and shelter. But hunting has to be done only by bush craft.
Hrmmm 🤔🥴
@@DropForgedSurvival
Trending YT video guys use $1,000 budget, buy a plastic shed, 2 buddy heaters @ Home Depot, then go throw it 1/2 together in the snow (walls only, set the roof on flat as it was already dark.)
The next AM they reveal they chickened out and sleep in a heated wherehouse.
Nowhere near as good as you & Zach Fowler, but interesting idea to have a larger budget for a bug out location.
I've got to stop commenting before finishing the video, but I get so excited...lol Catfish love Spam and hotdogs, and believe it or not, black licorice, (at least in Iowa). If you have any of that loaf left put a piece of it in the trap and maybe you'll catch a big one. Night Bella, keep daddy warm...lol
Haha Right on
Warm stones are a good heat help ,and also to insulate the tarp with branches,moss and mud...
I love Bella, she is gorgeous.
Regards from Norway 🇧🇻
Just found your videos by accident. Love them. I was very impressed by your excitement and humility of trying new things, your $20 budget, the way your treat your adorable Bella but you really won me over when you prayed in Jesus’ name. You have courage in many different ways. Thank you for sharing. I learned stuff I’d like to try myself for the fun of it, not by necessity. 😉
So cute when Bella snuggled up next to you
I have this loaf in my emergency kits and frequently take it camping. Great shelf life, good calories, can be eaten right out of the can. Usually I slice it and pan fry it. Super yummy
Don’t forget you have kibble for Bella!!!! ❤️I love you both pls do more with her ❤️
I love Bella she is so cute and sweet, she needs to go on more adventures cause she loves it out there and is having a blast
Make sure to take Bella each trip. She not only keeps you company but is good security.. you should watch primitive fishing they show how they catch river crabs and fish. Just digging and covering up the top.. they seem to always catch something. Your fish trap is impressive also.
We will do our best for now on.
All of this series is impressive! Very humble, entertaining, sweet and super resourceful. You give me hope in humanity ❤
I love Bella what a great companion someone to talk to is important, I really like your show and you beautiful attitude in all you do.
Good night, Bella!
Good night Bella!
AND. MORE BELLA!!!
Luncheon loaf is Bella approved. 👍🏻😂
Use the Native American fish trap. Make a M in the creek against the bank, fish swim into the v of the M and can't find their way out. I simplified it for typing but you can look it up. It's effective for fish that like darker areas. For the fish trap you're making use smaller greener branches and closer together, otherwise you'll need big fish to enter it.
I gotcha!! That is a cool idea for sure
This series is awesome! Keep them coming.
Thanks alot Carlos
Like all good furbaby parents, the 'kid' comes first 😊😉💚
Yeppers
To make your fish trap more effective for smaller fish, take some of those brambles from the other day and scrape the thorns off. Bang them down until they make a decent bendable fiber and weave it through the branches of your trap. It will give you a sturdier structure and close up some of the larger gaps.
Goodnt Bella. You keep watch and enjoy every minute.
Thanks alot
I wish he used 2 thicker logs for the head and the foot of the bed and then placed long thinner sticks across from each end to make bed. Use stakes to keep them from moving thus saving cordage and as well as keeping himself off the ground directly. Throw some dead grass with a garbage and you got yourself a nice bed. Since you have a roll of garbage bags you could stuff one as well for a pillow!! Great videos brother!! Thinking I might start making some outdoor bushcraft videos as well!!!
I haven't had the luncheon loaf at dollar store before but I do have at least one can of Spam on hand at all times. I seen a spamaholic even been to the Spam museum. Hey, it in my home state. I slice it, fry it and make a sandwich with some cheese. Oh, mouth watering.
I think I may have used a trash bag to cover the wood pile so it didn’t all get wet in the rain. And id climb into a trash bag to keep in body heat so you don’t get too cold. Those trash bags could for sure have more uses.
You're a cool guy. Thanks for taking us along on your journey.
12:50 Gloves dude, don't forget them!
Right
I almost think Bella was trying to say let’s go home dad. lol. That was creepy how the fake spam expanded. Really enjoying this series, Chris!
Good night, Bella! Love that she’s a rescue. I have 4. 3 like camping.
Right on Sheila! Bella is an amazing pup
Goodnight Bella you great pupper
She is an awesome pup
I love that, right at the beginning, your comment; 'apparently I shake the trees!' Class.
I was delighted to see you use the hot water-bottle and I cannot recommend enough that you make those big tongs (hell, just two sticks tied in a 'v'), prepare a safe area in your shelter for hot rocks, and take one of the hot stones into the shelter with you at night, it's your own free heater and on very cold nights, just go get another stone from the fire later on.......
I still want to see you windproof the walls, piles of leaves with some earth over the top, could be done in a few hours and would make that shelter positively 'cosy', you might do something about the ends too??
I make no comment re the fish-trap (there are some very good comments already).....I just lied; I've got two!
1. Placement; I don't argue with where you put it, but the entrance should have covered all the area, so a few 'well placed' rocks at the sides would have made it a true funnel.
2. Anchorage; you don't want all your hard work washed away and lost, even a big fish threshing around probably would've dislodged that trap....if it ended up in a pool frequented by water moccasins?....best to anchor it to the stone or just drive a sturdy peg and tie to that.
All that said, I realize that you are on a learning curve and you have my respect.
I doth doff my cap in your general direction, Sirrah!
Oh, and good-night Bella......
Pax Dude
We've got a saying in the Royal Navy, if you can't tie knots, tie lots!
Your doggo is legendary and you deserve each other
Congratulations on your first diy fish trap!! It’s a beauty, and you have every right to be excited!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This series has been so intriguing and inspiring. Thank you for it, your positive energy, and being open with your faith!
Gooodnight Bella. Bro, you are So Appreciated!!
Means alor
I treat mine like spam cut in half long ways. Cut one half into cubes and then cut the other half long ways again making 2 squarish patties for 2 sandwiches for lunch. Take the half that you cubes and start pan frying it. Once you start seeing it starting to brown on the edges, add 3-4 beatten eggs. Season to taste. Best "Spam" and Eggs I've ever cooked
I was visiting my local dollar tree and there was a cooling rack that was basically a camp grill
Dude! That is legit
I know those. Add those with one of those disposable aluminum turkey/baking pans and you've got a disposable portable grill.
I need more 😩 by far the best survival challenge series I've watched, super entertaining and there's a dog. I love this, thanks for the videos!
Not a hard core survivalist, but have done my share of cold weather camping/hammocking. You may have had a better time sleeping if you packed one of your trash bags with grass to make an insulating layer (like a sleeping pad). You could have also packed a second bag with grass and had a pillow. This would have left you the ability to add your coat layer on top if it got cold. Loving the series so far!
Goodnight Bella!
Pasta/rice sides aren't glamping in my opinion, that's just economics. Cheap calories, lightweight, they store for a very long time if kept dry, you need very few resources beyond the bag to prepare it. It's some great camping/backpacking food.
Solid
Goodnight, Bella!
Thanks bud
Cook onions and peppers. Add diced luncheon meat and tomato sauce or tomato paste and water or broth. Served with rice or potatoes or pasta.
Sounds yummy
Good night Bella!
I'm so excited for you and your family with Bella! Many things in life I could push through & have. However,me without my dog is one I can't imagine. You guys ended up with a great little lady. Omg and they are the best to cuddle when you're cold. The bond you guys have already is incredible.
Dude this is amazing!!! Bella is absolutely gorgeous! I can't wait to see what happens in the next videos!!
Awww Bella is so cute! Hope you catch some fish!
I’m thinking of doing an outside survival challenge and me watching this is giving so many tips! And goodnight Bella!!!!
Good night Bella. Great job Chris.
Love the series! Keep healthy and safe!
Thanks!!!
I love the full breakdown of the dollar tree Lunch ‘n Loaf 😂
Thanks very much for the update videos God bless your day
There's Bella, OH and Hi Chris.
I'm super impressed at all your doing and making.
Love your challenges!
Dude I hope for more like this in the future with Bella. I’m rewatching some of these playlists and this is one of my favorites along with the one with Fowler.
I made the luncheon loaf when I made a korean army base stew. Spicy processed food stew. Yum.
Haha 😆 Awesome
Goodnight Bella
Thanks Mark