I nice little trick for your coffee: add a bit of cold water around the rim of your pot after it's done boiling/brewing. It will shock the hot water and draw the grounds to the bottom of the pot, minimizing the grounds in your cup when you pour
Great video. A blanket trick to get warm. Lean back against a tree. Cover yourself with your blanket. Secure a candle in the ground between your legs. And light it....carefully. The heat from that little flame will warm you up. Also having something sit on helps. I made a 18th century hunting seat out of two pieces of sheep skin.
They have shooting of muzzleloaders and cannons right next to the Illinois river in the Fort Creve Coeur. Rendezvous days are very cool. Check them out mid September.😊
Hey Ethan, my GrandDad used to talk about how His GrandDad would push small tack sized nails through the inside of his shoes to make cleats, then use pine tar over the thinner insoles to cover the nail heads & to glue a thicker leather insole over top of them. I would imagine something like elk hide or perhaps bonded deer skin. It could help you keep a little better traction & still be somewhat period correct. His GrandDad was born around 1780s. Not sure the exact year. & yes. They do complicate walking on rocks at times. But sandy, or soil surfaces, they help a lot.
You get a chance. Check out rendezvous days in mid September in Creve Coeur, Illinois real close to Peoria, Illinois all muzzleloading and primitive camping in the 1800.😊 Thanks for a great video.😊
An item that would have been common to an 18th century frontiersman but cannot be afforded by modern humans is a horse. They were ubiquitous in the 18th century. They might have had even two horses to carry skins back to civilization for trade. The purpose of going into the frontier was to make enough money that they could buy land and raise a family. Horses were essential to accomplishing this.
I agree, and it’s just one of those things that most people in this hobby will never be able to do. Most of the early scouting trips would have been a handful of people, horses, and at least one dog per person. Dogs were used extensively on scouts for tracking game and as essentially free pickets while men slept.
@@samuelprice2461 I imagine most breeds of dogs were mutts but are there any breeds that stood out? I can instantly recognize that dogs would have been very valuable to frontiersman .
@@MrKmoconne Most scouts and pioneers would have brought dogs with them that were roughly analogous to what is today called “Appalachian Mountain Cur” dogs. Back then they were called hounds, curs, cur dogs, etc. Medium sized, strong and wiry. Bred to be all around working dogs for hunting, protection, guarding.
This was great fun to watch. I couldn't Imagine how hard and miserable it would have been Back then if you were in a hostile area. not having a fire to keep from being detected. Keep up the great work
Great trip and video. It wasn't really clear if you had a bed of debris/leaves etc under your blankets, but if not, that would really help with keeping warm. Getting off the ground is a big plus. Also, next time, try heating a couple of rocks to keep cozy !
Great video! Good editing keeping the "stick" out of the way! My Great Grandfather would cut some pine boughs and fashion them on the ground before putting his blankets down. It kept him off of the ground directly and provided a great deal of warmth. Then again he would drop the coffee grounds into a tobacco pouch to help contain them.
Might I suggest that in the chillier part of the year, seek a more sheltered location to camp. Out in the open, there would be more breeze and heavier dew. Beautiful country there, thanks for the look-see...
Hey Ethan! This was a lot of fun to watch... as you gathered more experience in using your 18th Century style equipment and techniques. Practice makes perfect and the only way to make it look smooth and natural is to get out there and do it, under as many conditions as you feel comfortable with! Well Done!
Thanks again for another fine video. It reminded me of a long time ago when I first got involved with the hobby. I was learning then and still learning today. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family.
I am glad you mentioned the southern mountain rifle as not being period correct. If you could get a Kibler colonial rifle kit, it would be perfect. However I am not a thread counter, the Southern Mountain rifle is just fine. Nice video.
Ethan, thanks for another great video! Am one of the old timers here having began my NMLRA membership in the mid 1980's. My persona is from the middle 1700's as a longhunter. Keep up the fantastic work.
Should try a long fire with a backstop for keeping warm at night, pile up leaves or boughs to get up off the ground, and use an oilskin or painted blanket for covering up still great stuff keep it up.
I got 3, not negative, comments. First is about your wool. I’m a huge fan of wool. From the wool foot beds in my boots, long underwear, shirts, sweaters, hats, blankets, pants….hell I even have a wool suit for church. But one thing people have forgotten, or maybe stopped on purpose, is lanolin. That’s the natural oil from sheep that makes their coats weather proof, but is removed for processing. People used it a lot back then. It keeps the fibres more healthy and strong, but also makes a tight knit, or felt, water resistant. No way would people going out in the weather have wool without it. Only problem is you have to be much more careful about moths. Along the same line, I doubt many people would go on a multi day trip without something for wet weather. They were simple, not stupid. Don’t you think? I would imagine it would be something multi purpose like a small tart that could be slept under and worn as a cloak. Lastly, no need to apologize for your pot not being the perfect pot. It was time appropriate, and I’m sure there were lots of people who just used what was available, and didn’t go to the sports store and buy all their gear. Great video. Love the channel, and these "learning videos" are really quite good. We all get to practice a little when we watch them with you
I've noticed that you wear the round glasses when doing period correct videos. I was wondering if they are period correct and if so where did you get them? I'd like to get a pair of them. Great video.
They are “kinda” accurate, and more so than my normal glasses. I don’t have a regular eye doc so it’s what I use until I can upgrade. Here’s a link to the frames: www.zennioptical.com/p/unisex-fullrim-metal-round-eyeglass-frames/1560 I want to try to modify them by removing the plastic nose pieces and remove the plastic ear pad things
@@ILoveMuzzleloadingTownsend has period correct frames for sale, and not too pricey. Getting your prescription lenses, well, that might be a bit difficult. Hope this helps!
Gunpowder burns too fast to make it a useful firestarting aid. Flint, steel and char cloth works way better. Of course you can also put the char cloth in the flash pan and fire the lock to get it smoldering as well, but that doesn't involve powder either.
Society was made up of many kinds of people in the 1700s and early 1800s. Most of The people who lived on the edge of the frontier were mostly small farmers who worked hard in the Spring through the summer and into the fall to bring in crops. They fished a little in the summer when they had time. In the fall when the corn was in the crib and the hog was hanging in the smokehouse he could think about hunting. Like us he might go on a two week hunt to hopefully add some meat to the larder. He would pack a few things and cast up enough balls to last for the trip. After the hunt he would often have a trap-line in the cold winter months when the fur was good. A little hard currency was always welcome. He would have all the things to eat that a small farm could supply including milk, cheese, eggs and sausage. And there was always corn. Corn meal bread or hominy. His life was entirely different from that of the longhunter or the trapper. But there were dangers. Indian attacks did happen. Accidents were always possible. His life may not have the adventure and romance that the long-hunter had but his life is worth remembering and honoring with a traditional hunt. Thanks for the video
Сould you tell something about predator defence of this time . Small calibre longrifle doesn't loock`s like serious argument for big animal or intair wolf pack
Ethan, you seem like the kind of guy who would do an 18th century video showing gear and techniques that were contemporary for that time period and then keep the rolled crappin paper hidden from the camera. Come on now, did you do that?
You seem like the kind of fellow who avoids a question by means of deflection. Once again deliberately hiding what you did. That would be OK if you did take some with you.@@ILoveMuzzleloading
@@Strutingeagleholy smokes, this conversation is epic. I’m trying to keep my laughter down. Btw, there’s plenty of large leaves you could Use and moss is an excellent hand cleaner when your finished doing the business at hand. All period correct items.
I nice little trick for your coffee: add a bit of cold water around the rim of your pot after it's done boiling/brewing. It will shock the hot water and draw the grounds to the bottom of the pot, minimizing the grounds in your cup when you pour
I think he did that.
Great video. A blanket trick to get warm. Lean back against a tree. Cover yourself with your blanket. Secure a candle in the ground between your legs. And light it....carefully. The heat from that little flame will warm you up. Also having something sit on helps. I made a 18th century hunting seat out of two pieces of sheep skin.
They have shooting of muzzleloaders and cannons right next to the Illinois river in the Fort Creve Coeur. Rendezvous days are very cool. Check them out mid September.😊
Hey Ethan, my GrandDad used to talk about how His GrandDad would push small tack sized nails through the inside of his shoes to make cleats, then use pine tar over the thinner insoles to cover the nail heads & to glue a thicker leather insole over top of them. I would imagine something like elk hide or perhaps bonded deer skin. It could help you keep a little better traction & still be somewhat period correct. His GrandDad was born around 1780s. Not sure the exact year. & yes. They do complicate walking on rocks at times. But sandy, or soil surfaces, they help a lot.
Some of us love being in the woods but can't get there anymore. Thanks for taking us along
This is even better than the last trek. Your videography makes it feel like we were there with You. Keep up the good work and Thank You...
You get a chance. Check out rendezvous days in mid September in Creve Coeur, Illinois real close to Peoria, Illinois all muzzleloading and primitive camping in the 1800.😊 Thanks for a great video.😊
An item that would have been common to an 18th century frontiersman but cannot be afforded by modern humans is a horse. They were ubiquitous in the 18th century. They might have had even two horses to carry skins back to civilization for trade. The purpose of going into the frontier was to make enough money that they could buy land and raise a family. Horses were essential to accomplishing this.
I agree, and it’s just one of those things that most people in this hobby will never be able to do. Most of the early scouting trips would have been a handful of people, horses, and at least one dog per person.
Dogs were used extensively on scouts for tracking game and as essentially free pickets while men slept.
@@samuelprice2461 I imagine most breeds of dogs were mutts but are there any breeds that stood out? I can instantly recognize that dogs would have been very valuable to frontiersman .
@@MrKmoconne Most scouts and pioneers would have brought dogs with them that were roughly analogous to what is today called “Appalachian Mountain Cur” dogs. Back then they were called hounds, curs, cur dogs, etc. Medium sized, strong and wiry. Bred to be all around working dogs for hunting, protection, guarding.
You can get horses cheap I’ve gotten one for free but it does take a lot of upkeep
This was great fun to watch. I couldn't Imagine how hard and miserable it would have been Back then if you were in a hostile area. not having a fire to keep from being detected. Keep up the great work
I will try to be with next year. The fellowship would be fun
Good morning from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing your adventures in black powder
Great trip and video. It wasn't really clear if you had a bed of debris/leaves etc under your blankets, but if not, that would really help with keeping warm. Getting off the ground is a big plus. Also, next time, try heating a couple of rocks to keep cozy !
Thanks for the tips!
What a presentation my friend! Fantastic scenery 👏👏
Great video! Good editing keeping the "stick" out of the way! My Great Grandfather would cut some pine boughs and fashion them on the ground before putting his blankets down. It kept him off of the ground directly and provided a great deal of warmth. Then again he would drop the coffee grounds into a tobacco pouch to help contain them.
You have the same problem I have where I’m at, LEAVES.
If it’s not wet here, the elk in Colorado can hear me coming all the way from Texas 😂
I'm from Southern Indiana.
Might I suggest that in the chillier part of the year, seek a more sheltered location to camp. Out in the open, there would be more breeze and heavier dew. Beautiful country there, thanks for the look-see...
I was born in the wrong century. I love the woods and hunting and my flintlocks. It would have been been great to be a mountain man
that was freaking awesome
Awesome!
Hey Ethan! This was a lot of fun to watch... as you gathered more experience in using your 18th Century style equipment and techniques. Practice makes perfect and the only way to make it look smooth and natural is to get out there and do it, under as many conditions as you feel comfortable with! Well Done!
Thanks again for another fine video. It reminded me of a long time ago when I first got involved with the hobby. I was learning then and still learning today.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family.
Happy holidays to you and yours!!
I am glad you mentioned the southern mountain rifle as not being period correct. If you could get a Kibler colonial rifle kit, it would be perfect. However I am not a thread counter, the Southern Mountain rifle is just fine. Nice video.
Very good one Ethan. Beautiful woods to do a trek in.
Really enjoy your vids Ethan. I enjoy most everyone’s treking videos. For a few min it was being out there with you. Wonderful adventure
Thank you Jeffrey!
Ethan, thanks for another great video! Am one of the old timers here having began my NMLRA membership in the mid 1980's. My persona is from the middle 1700's as a longhunter. Keep up the fantastic work.
Im learning a great amount from you Ethan. Thanks for another great video.
Should try a long fire with a backstop for keeping warm at night, pile up leaves or boughs to get up off the ground, and use an oilskin or painted blanket for covering up still great stuff keep it up.
Agreed, a backstop log is great and there's no chance it'll blow up in your face like sedimentary rocks
You gotta be warm or it gets miserable. You gotta be able to enjoy the experience
So true, I have tales of misery too long to mention!
Ethan....where are you out of. What part of the states?? I enjoy this channel and would like more info.
Do you have any problems while in the woods of your extra long wiping stick getting hung up on brush and such as you work your way through the woods?
Ethan, I have to ask. Are you using a drone to film your hikes? The photography is great. Thanks for sharing.
Did they not do anything to get them off the ground at all? That can be a big loss of heat.
I really like the look of the overcoat that you were wearing. Would that be considered a frock? Do you recall where you obtained it? Thanks.
I think I’ve answered my own question. Found this at Crazy Crow: Longhunter Open Front Hunting Shirt. Looks just like the one you were wearing.
Would an oilcloth or gum blanket be out of place for this time?
I got 3, not negative, comments.
First is about your wool. I’m a huge fan of wool. From the wool foot beds in my boots, long underwear, shirts, sweaters, hats, blankets, pants….hell I even have a wool suit for church. But one thing people have forgotten, or maybe stopped on purpose, is lanolin. That’s the natural oil from sheep that makes their coats weather proof, but is removed for processing. People used it a lot back then. It keeps the fibres more healthy and strong, but also makes a tight knit, or felt, water resistant. No way would people going out in the weather have wool without it. Only problem is you have to be much more careful about moths.
Along the same line, I doubt many people would go on a multi day trip without something for wet weather. They were simple, not stupid. Don’t you think? I would imagine it would be something multi purpose like a small tart that could be slept under and worn as a cloak.
Lastly, no need to apologize for your pot not being the perfect pot. It was time appropriate, and I’m sure there were lots of people who just used what was available, and didn’t go to the sports store and buy all their gear. Great video. Love the channel, and these "learning videos" are really quite good. We all get to practice a little when we watch them with you
What did they do about stick tights and burrs
I've noticed that you wear the round glasses when doing period correct videos. I was wondering if they are period correct and if so where did you get them? I'd like to get a pair of them. Great video.
They are “kinda” accurate, and more so than my normal glasses. I don’t have a regular eye doc so it’s what I use until I can upgrade. Here’s a link to the frames: www.zennioptical.com/p/unisex-fullrim-metal-round-eyeglass-frames/1560
I want to try to modify them by removing the plastic nose pieces and remove the plastic ear pad things
@@ILoveMuzzleloading Thanks for the information.
@@ILoveMuzzleloadingTownsend has period correct frames for sale, and not too pricey. Getting your prescription lenses, well, that might be a bit difficult.
Hope this helps!
Ethan, where did you get your tumpline or did you make yourself?
I got this one from a maker on facebook actually. I wish I had the time to weave one!
One question, what is in your left hand and how are you filming what you’re doing.
I'm using a 360 Camera on a pole to get some of the shots.
When you get your fps data with a sabot, how are you getting your MV. Doesn't the sabot alter the fps reading?
It's tricky, some of my tests the chrono gets the sabot, others it doesn't. I'm still working on getting it right everytime.
When starting a camp fire, wouldnt it be easier to use a pinch of gunpowder to get it going?
Gunpowder burns too fast to make it a useful firestarting aid. Flint, steel and char cloth works way better. Of course you can also put the char cloth in the flash pan and fire the lock to get it smoldering as well, but that doesn't involve powder either.
@krockpotbroccoli65 thanks for clearing that up for me, makes sense.
@@charlescomly1 no problem. Also , if you need a natural accelerant to really get a fire going, any conifer sap works very well.
Society was made up of many kinds of people in the 1700s and early 1800s.
Most of The people who lived on the edge of the frontier were mostly small farmers who worked hard in the Spring through the summer and into the fall to bring in crops.
They fished a little in the summer when they had time.
In the fall when the corn was in the crib and the hog was hanging in the smokehouse he could think about hunting.
Like us he might go on a two week hunt to hopefully add some meat to the larder.
He would pack a few things and cast up enough balls to last for the trip.
After the hunt he would often have a trap-line in the cold winter months when the fur was good. A little hard currency was always welcome.
He would have all the things to eat that a small farm could supply including milk, cheese, eggs and sausage. And there was always corn.
Corn meal bread or hominy.
His life was entirely different from that of the longhunter or the trapper.
But there were dangers. Indian attacks did happen. Accidents were always possible.
His life may not have the adventure and romance that the long-hunter had but his life is worth remembering and honoring with a traditional hunt.
Thanks for the video
Сould you tell something about predator defence of this time . Small calibre longrifle doesn't loock`s like serious argument for big animal or intair wolf pack
Don't let anyone give you a hard time about your beard, it looks better than someone being period correct in everything but weighing 300lbs.
you said ASMR?😔
Ethan, you seem like the kind of guy who would do an 18th century video showing gear and techniques that were contemporary for that time period and then keep the rolled crappin paper hidden from the camera. Come on now, did you do that?
Are you asking for me to publish a video of me popping a squat in the woods? 😂
You seem like the kind of fellow who avoids a question by means of deflection. Once again deliberately hiding what you did. That would be OK if you did take some with you.@@ILoveMuzzleloading
@@Strutingeagleholy smokes, this conversation is epic. I’m trying to keep my laughter down.
Btw, there’s plenty of large leaves you could
Use and moss is an excellent hand cleaner when your finished doing the business at hand. All period correct items.
Ok so we learned you can walk in the wood ,see a bird on a rock ,you cook a peace of meat and oat meal . What did we learn that we didn't already know