David - your videos are as good (or better) now than they ever have been. I used to subscribe to some channels that have essentially become commercials. I had to let them go. I really appreciate the fact that you obviously make videos for the sole purpose of sharing. Thanks a million for all of the great info and entertainment.
Thanks David, I'm glad you like what I do so much. Man you would not believe the amount of offers I get to take free stuff to review on a video. I have never done it and never will. I love doing my own thing with no strings attached. Take care and Thanks for watching
My son and I enjoy trying new things from your videos when we go in the woods. We've been watching for a long time and it's time I said thanks. I look forward to part four.
Off topic, but just have to say: Have viewed your videos for years and never commented. They are all very thorough and presented in a way a old codger, like me (72) can understand and enjoy. You seem to be a well-educated person who researches the subject material, completely. Your outstanding sense of humor, and southern speech makes your presentations that much more enjoyable. Wish I had known about your seminars back when I was hunting, camping, etc., however, can pass some of your insights on to my grandchildren. Thanks for being you. Blue Buzzard
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and the others. I love it when young uns watch the vids and learn about the outdoors and what fun it can be. Thanks for watching
I was doing some experimenting the other day while trying to get my wood burning stove lit. I came upon this non- PC fire starting trick that you might like to try. It goes along with the tricks at the end of this video. Take along some of the flimsy grocery bags that we get at our local Kroger. They weigh almost nothing yet are strong and waterproof. In a pinch you can make some cordage from them, and I'm sure you can come up with other uses, but for now I suggest using one, or a part of one, for a fire starter. If you get it to start to flame, it will instantly begin to melt and drip hot flaming droplets. These fall on, and stick to a tinder pile and burn an amazingly long time, making a one match fire easy. Keep up the good work.
Thank you Sophie, I'm glad you liked it all. I have no idea why some folks just have to thumbs down. Maybe they just cant handle seeing something done differently? Take care girl and Thanks for watching
This is unbelievable. Hundreds of hours watching videos with fancy graphics and intros, reviews and more sponserships than i can stomach, and this guy throws down the real shit, the real knowledge, the real tips straightfoward with ZERO BS. Bravo man. Bravo.
Thanks, I'm glad you like the videos so much. Ive never gotten into all the graphics and music. I can easily say I'll never get into any sponsorships! Thanks for watching
Hey Dave, another great video I love going back and watching all your old videos. One trick I use with the chew containers is I put them in a old Pringles can, you can put I believe it's 10 of those containers in one Pringles can and keep them organized a lot easier. Thanks again and keep up the videos
Another great video ,Dave. For windy days, I really like those "trick" birthday candles that are hard to blow out. They keep re-lighting themselves. Had one re-light in my shirt pocket once though, ...surprise! Lol.
YEAH A PART 4 is coming, Yeahoo! ; ) I've learned a lot from these and I still am by going back and re-watching them over & over. Thanks so much David for these and ALL of your Great Video's. I'll see ya in the next one--again & again & again. he-he.
I had the chance to head out to the cold north woods and do a two day expedition this weekend and i used some of your axe handling tips and my woodsman bag based off your system and lived out of it. It was great fun.
Some pretty good tips partner, love the long candle one and the lotions on cotton balls. Those were worth the price of admission for sure. Always fun David!!
I enjoyed the three part series you did David, and it is true what you said that we all learn from each other, you are never to old to learn new tricks, all the best to you.
Thanks Tom, I'm glad you liked it. I had an old baseball coach that taught us youre never too old to learn and if you stop learning, you die inside. Take care and Thanks for watching Tom
Buy box those of "trick" party candles, the ones that can't be blown out (they keep re-lighting themselves). You can get them at party supply stores. Throw those in your pack, If a breeze blows them out they'll keep relighting themselves. Works like a charm.........
After watching all three of your Bushcraft Tips and Tricks, I am once again amazed at what I have again learned or recalled what I had seen and then forgotten. I hope someday in the not too distant future and can buy you a cup of coffee and shake your hand for all the hours of fun and educational entertainment you have given us!!! Thanks for sharing and God bless you my friend and best wishes.... Ax
Great to hear that and I'm glad you liked it. I think later on I did a part four. Im always up for coffee brother! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too
Hi David! Thanks again for another wonderful series of videos on tips/tricks and hints...never have enough of them!!! Re: you last hint with the thin/long birthday candles/B. lighter storage container...for non-machinists, ;>) a good storage container might be a tooth brush holder...just the perfect size for a lighter and a few candles!!! Again! Thanks for all you do and may the Good Lord continue to bless you and yours!
Fantastic series Dave. And you're absolutely right. I consider myself a fairly experienced camper/survivalist/prepper. But I learn from you often. You have some of the most educational as well as entertaining videos I've seen. I actually look forward to your next video. You do a great job. and you can tell you are a machinist by the way you put things together. An Engineer short of a degree. Or then again, maybe you do have an engineer's degree. What do I know? Anyway, great video and series. Keep 'em coming.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked them that much! Nope, no engineers degree. I just have a machinist diploma and welding certification. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
Yay! Part 3! 😁 I've been watching for this to post! Lol .. Thanks again, as always David! Good stuff! .. I'll use my feet to rewind my cordage in the woods .. Lol ..just sit down and wrap on my toes 😉 .. I've made some seriously killer fire starters too, I'll have to send you a few to play with:) lol.. I have the trick bday candles in my kits, so they can't blow out on me if the weather is crappy .. Couple of those, and my huge stash of birch bark, no problem starting fires. 😉 .. You've really packed a lot into these! Great stuff! When #4 comes out, I'll have to rewatch from the beginning 😁 lol.. Oh, I use pencil cases a lot for organizing my small gear, some are nice and teeny, and lots cheaper than the name brand gear pouches, they come in all sizes and materials. I hope you're getting some rest, I know you're flat out at work again.. Don't over do it Hon 🙂 looking forward to #4.. Thanks for all your efforts and sharing with us 😊
It just gets better and better. I’m getting one of those Tops machetes it will be perfect for my needs. The hammock information was really valuable as well. Great how you made them into a chair. Thank you!
Why would people put thumbs down review on Dave’s videos he’s very knowledgeable and a good bush crafter and knows his stuff I don’t understand even put a thumbs down review
BRAVO !. You are one of the most Complete YT share people out there. Very much appreciate Your effort and material. Great to learn so much in on Place. Thanks a lot and a greeting Your way from WW2HistoryHunter
Really good job! I always like your presentations! There is room for more of these "Hacks" of Bushcraft and so on! Sailing needles is spot on. In addition the "Palm" Guards are a good thing to have out there! I too am religious to carry things like that. I will say it again, "I really thank you for not being a pitch man / barker for products...! There is enough of that out there. So I and the rest of us will be look for the next one of your video's Thanks again, Ross The Santa Fe Man
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all Ross! I will never be a pitch man for products, I agree with you, theres already too much of that on here. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
Great hacks, David! The ones I liked mostly were the hammock conversion for a chair and the rope trick using two stakes to make the hanks. Awesome. Thanks for all the tricks of the trade.
Lots of good tips, as always. I really like the one for tying off nylon rope. That stuff is a pain if you don't know how to make it work for you. Many thanks!
What, no question for us at the end? Maybe in the next one. :) 1. Sail Needle: I didn't even know those existed. Now, of course, I want one. 2. Yaro: Nice tip. Now I better look up what it looks like. 3. Hammock seat: Great option I had not thought of. 4. Long skinny candles: Definitely better than a tea light. Good idea, David. I wonder if trick birthday candles would be a good option since they are really hard to put out. One thing I do with my hammocks is I take the end cord(running through the seam) out of them and slide a carabiner into the spot. I think the carabiner creates less friction and it shortens the hammock which makes it a little more versatile in tighter spots. And I know I've made this comment to you before, but I'll say it to your viewers: Tea tree oil is another great additive to Vaseline. It is an antiseptic/antifungal (and slightly anesthetic) that really increases the inflammability of the Vaseline. I warm the Vaseline until it is liquid and then add the tea tree oil. It doesn't take much; maybe a dozen drops per tablespoon of Vaseline. Then I soak the cotton balls in it and put those balls in a sealed container. For me it is a pill fob. I've never had it not catch a spark, even in the rain. Onto video 4.
LOL, nope. No question on this one. I got too many answers on the first two videos. Yes, them trick candles are fantastic! Another good trick is them sparklers. Thanks for the tea tree oil tips.
Another brilliant and informative video, what did you look like wearing that buff and head net though lol :) Really appreciate you taking the time and share your knowledge brother ~Peace~
Thank you for the chair and the cottonball organization tool. Well... I have a nylon hammock...so I am going to make a chair. With a bug net umbrella setup...as soon as I get to MO.
Great vid Dave, now that I'm retired I wish I had made use of the containers I had when I was a Fabrication Engineer. Sadly I only have a few from drill bits, drill bits are now elsewhere and handy items in the containers. Kind regards Dave.
Perhaps the net hammock could be used as a makeshift "tarp" shelter. String it out, brace it open with sticks, and fill in with whatever is available, such as pine branches, leaves, etc. Could lay a shemagh over the net and add vegetation cover. After all, it's a big square net tied at each end.
Great video !! Your right .. I always learn something from these videos.. even at my advanced age ! lol I like how you always make your clips fun... Great job ! ~Chuck~
Good to see the candles at the very end. They're not often mentioned when it comes to fire starting. I Iike to use the trick/magic birthday candles that keep re-igniting everytime you blow them out. Good for fire starting in windy conditions.
I like your spin on the birthday candles! I have always carried the self-relighting kind. I have been carrying them since I was a kid. Back then, I usually had 4 or 5 matches at the most...and I had to steal those. So I would also take birthday candles as a way to extend my ignition time.
Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it. Ive used them trick candles 2 or 3 times and I love em! They work great but for some reason they are kinda hard to find.
By me they are real popular, so they are in every grocery store around. Normally they are found in the baking isle with the sugar, flour, baker chocolate etc... If you can bake a cake with it, thats the isle you find the relighting candles.
Once again, I was educated and entertained at the same time. Say, I'll bet you could put these 3 or 4 Bushcraft Videos on DVD's and make a few bucks. They'd still be good if you had power for your PC and the Internet was down. Frankly, I think they'd make nice gifts for new campers and preppers. I know I'd buy several if they were priced right.
Thank you for all the great information you share with us. I haven't spent much time out in the woods since I was in my twenties. I felt like a big dummy today when you showed how you wrapped up your rope because I was an electrician for many years and when we got into a tight space with a coil of cable we would unroll it into a figure 8 so it wouldn't get tangled when we pulled it back out... duh, I just recently started camping again and never put the 2 together, that makes it so much easier. Thanks again.
I enjoy watching your videos you use gadgets that can be used in leu of high price items. You are never boring and I always go away learning how to use a due hicky with a watcha macall it. Just had to throw that in...keep up the great work my southern friend.
You're videos do enrich my life. I've learned a lot from watching your videos and they're pretty entertaining as well. Getting to know people all over the world is probably one of the coolest things about youtube. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us.
Always great to hear that Chad and I'm happy you like the way I do things. Meeting people all over the world just shows the power of youtube! Thanks for watching
Great info on tying a Hank of rope no more knots.. lol Thanks for the tip on the "Alabama Hammer", I've used them all my life here in Al. But I just call them rocks. I'll leave my Estwing home next time..
Thanks Robert, I'm glad you liked it. LOL, man they are rocks but theres a story behind it. A coworker of mine once reroofed a house with a pallet of shingles, a huge box of nails and a rock! Thanks for watching
.........You are may be the most inventive person I ever met....and you demonstrate your ideas in such a relaxing manner I can watch you for hours....I never saw a candle like that but I have used the cotton balls soaked with petroleum jelly and they burn slow and long....careful of the container you carry them in though....on a hot day the jelly can leak out on your other gear....Great show and totally enjoyed .....Many thanks.......
Thanks Colin, I'm glad you liked it.Heres a link for the hammock. www.amazon.com/5ive-Star-Gear-Hammock-Olive/dp/B00AF33RES/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1474677209&sr=8-2&keywords=net+mini+hammock Thanks for watching
I Don't really ever comment cause out of sight out of mind! BUT I just had to on the candles. I found that when I'm out in the woods the wind has a tendency to blow my candles out! So I went and bought the trick blow out candles, so when that happens a few seconds later it will reignite! YOU are a very well rounded outdoors men and are 1! Of the few I would seek out to be in my circle! So... with that being said... I'll see ya on the next 1!!! Lol!!!!
great video Dave keep'em coming love all the tips,tricks and improvised survival really I have been camping four decades and more from the military but you have shown me some things I have not seen before or I forgot!, many thanks
Good morning Dave from Pigeon Forge Tennessee. I left a week ago today from Delray Beach Florida I've been to Daytona, Ocala, Live Oak and Suwannee River State Park in Florida. I shot straight up to Tallulah Gorge State Park and then up into Cherokee, Maggie Valley, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Today I'm heading down to Robbinsville to the Tail of the Dragon and the Cherohala highway and see which way the wind blows from there. Thinking about you and all the tips and tricks I've learned from you. Having a blast while last!
Good evening Ray! wow man! You have hit some nice places! Ive been to Gatlinburg several times and I LOVE that place! Keep on keepin on and have a safe trip home brother!
Hey Dave I just wanna let you know yesterday I ended up going to Mt Pisgah National Park I spent the night there I came back down to Pigeon Forge and my second visit to Smoky Mountain Knife Works and when I walked in I ran into Dave Canterbury I told him I started watching camping vidios several months back on youtube with Dave reallybigmonkey and he immediately smiled, lit up and said, 'yeah Pearson!' My visit really went well, he was friendly and one heck of a guy! Now so far I've met the Dalai Lama, Dave Canterbury and hopefully someday you and that will be the final feather in my cap. Lol... Have a great evening Dave.
yep definitely see you in part four Dave .. great vid i was actually looking for a hammock but all they had in my area were those net hammocks.. thank you for showing the benefits of those i think i might actually get one .. for my gear .. awesome as usual man .. take care ..
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Arm. The Nylon hammocks are more comfy but the net ones will work and are just as comfortable if not more with a pad added to them. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4!
Reallybigmonkey1 cool.. what about instead of a pad a one of these nice thick sleeping bags will that create some comfort for the time being? well what i was worried about is the fact that in cold weather with the net i might freeze then i figured ill be in a sleeping bag anyway so that cancelled out
Nylon hammock good choice, who doesn't love lite weight items. Knot seems great, will trucker hitch work as well or not, I use that so much, but your knot works I'll try. Keep teaching brother, you are helping many. And in my opinion your teaching could come in handy in very near future. Thanks
All kinds of knots work for decent rope. With this super slippery plastic like rope, this has been the only knot thats held for me. Thanks for watching
Awesome tips and tricks. Enjoying the heck out of your videos, while at the same time learning from you. You keep making them, I'll keep watching them and hitting the Like Button. Thanks Again. Florida, USA.
Hey David.....Great #3 TT&T! My only regret is that I won't live long enough to use all of your T's & T's ! LOL! You certainly have a knack for passin on helpful knowlege! Thank You!!! Regards & ATB to you and family!....Old John
11:05 I just recently bought one of the tube cloths and at the time I didn't know it was a tube. It was in a sealed package and looked like a thing bandanna and said about multi use. I was happy though that it turned out to be the tube. Been wanting to get one of them. Only had it a few days now and mostly just used it to protect the back of my neck from getting sun burned.
Still love these videos, chilling cold wraps and laying down stuff. LOL Looking forward to part 4 and more after that. I pack long things in straws and melt the ends and I also use a travel container used for toothbrushes for other things. Drugs stores have travel sized Vaseline, etc. Don't forget natural things to carry things like Vit E for cuts - non-allerginic.
Thanks, I'm glad you like em. Ive seen the straw trick before and it does work pretty good. Just not large enough amounts for me. I do load up on the trial/travel sizes often. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4 Dr. Ron!
Great video David! Always love your videos and the birthday candle thing got me thinking...the trick candles that you can't blow out would be perfect for this. Especially if it's windy.
Thanks Carla, I'm glad you liked it. Very good thinking on them candles. I havent seen them too often but I know they would work great! Thanks for watching
Thanks, I'm happy you liked it. Im thinking any hammock can make a good chair except for one with a built in net. I have a cheap one with a net I use every summer. Thanks for watching
More great tips. The head net could also be tied off at the bottom and used as a small net or fish trap. Thanks for all your hard work. I've really enjoyed this 4 part series.
Your videos are the best always learning something new.. every other channel has turned into the home shopping network.. lol.. keep up the great work...
Thanks, I'm glad you like em that much. LOL, I hear ya. I cant handle watching folks who only talk about brand new unused outdoor gear. Thanks for watching
Another great series , I picked up a lot of tips and tricks. Thankyou , i appreciate it. Very good camera work also, i can tell you put in a lot of work with your videos. Top notch.
David - your videos are as good (or better) now than they ever have been. I used to subscribe to some channels that have essentially become commercials. I had to let them go. I really appreciate the fact that you obviously make videos for the sole purpose of sharing. Thanks a million for all of the great info and entertainment.
Thanks David, I'm glad you like what I do so much. Man you would not believe the amount of offers I get to take free stuff to review on a video. I have never done it and never will. I love doing my own thing with no strings attached. Take care and Thanks for watching
My son and I enjoy trying new things from your videos when we go in the woods. We've been watching for a long time and it's time I said thanks. I look forward to part four.
Thanks Steve, I'm glad you two like the vids so much. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4!
I've heard you say "Alabama Hammer" several times, every time it cracks me up! :))))))))
LOL, I still crack myself up thinking about it
Dude. I love to absorb your marathon videos late at night while gettin tanked. RBM, Jim Beam, and sweet tea! You crack me up.
LOL, sounds like a great way to watch!
Dave, all 3 of the bushcraft videos were filled with great info. Thank you for your time, you put into these to help others enjoy the craft as well.
You are very welcome Dennis and I'm glad you liked all 3. Thanks for watching my friend
Off topic, but just have to say: Have viewed your videos for years and never commented. They are all very thorough and presented in a way a old codger, like me (72) can understand and enjoy. You seem to be a well-educated person who researches the subject material, completely. Your outstanding sense of humor, and southern speech makes your presentations that much more enjoyable. Wish I had known about your seminars back when I was hunting, camping, etc., however, can pass some of your insights on to my grandchildren. Thanks for being you. Blue Buzzard
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and the others. I love it when young uns watch the vids and learn about the outdoors and what fun it can be.
Thanks for watching
I was doing some experimenting the other day while trying to get my wood burning stove lit. I came upon this non- PC fire starting trick that you might like to try. It goes along with the tricks at the end of this video. Take along some of the flimsy grocery bags that we get at our local Kroger. They weigh almost nothing yet are strong and waterproof. In a pinch you can make some cordage from them, and I'm sure you can come up with other uses, but for now I suggest using one, or a part of one, for a fire starter. If you get it to start to flame, it will instantly begin to melt and drip hot flaming droplets. These fall on, and stick to a tinder pile and burn an amazingly long time, making a one match fire easy. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the tip David! I've never tried that!
I'm lovin this series, & I don't understand how anyone can thumb them down. There's always something new for everyone to learn. Thanks Dave!
Thank you Sophie, I'm glad you liked it all. I have no idea why some folks just have to thumbs down. Maybe they just cant handle seeing something done differently? Take care girl and Thanks for watching
Reallybigmonkey1 I will...you take care too. Love the lil kitty cats, esp. the one who was smart enough to stay back while you were chopping :)
I’ve certainly got a lot out of the 3 part series thank you for taking the time to do them with awesome demos and explanation
Thanks! I'm glad you liked them all. I did a part four about a year later and it's on my video list.
This is unbelievable. Hundreds of hours watching videos with fancy graphics and intros, reviews and more sponserships than i can stomach, and this guy throws down the real shit, the real knowledge, the real tips straightfoward with ZERO BS. Bravo man. Bravo.
Thanks, I'm glad you like the videos so much. Ive never gotten into all the graphics and music. I can easily say I'll never get into any sponsorships! Thanks for watching
Youre very welcome, you got a subscriber for life. Keep the videos coming. Thanks again!
Hey Dave, another great video I love going back and watching all your old videos. One trick I use with the chew containers is I put them in a old Pringles can, you can put I believe it's 10 of those containers in one Pringles can and keep them organized a lot easier. Thanks again and keep up the videos
Thanks Terry, I'm glad you liked it. That's a cool idea using the Pringles can!
My 8 year old son Ross and I love to watch your videos!! Great family fun, thank u! Keep up to good work!!!
Always great to hear that and I'm happy y'all liked it. Thanks for watching
Another great video ,Dave. For windy days, I really like those "trick" birthday candles that are hard to blow out. They keep re-lighting themselves. Had one re-light in my shirt pocket once though, ...surprise! Lol.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Jamie. Ive used them candles 2 or 3 times and man they are incredible! Thanks for watching
I cant wait for Part 4. These Camping, Survival Tips & Tricks
are really useful, and cool to learn.
Thanks Alan, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4!
as always my friend one cannot watch a video by you without learning something. great series bro! lookin forward to a pt4!
YEAH A PART 4 is coming, Yeahoo! ; )
I've learned a lot from these and I still am by going back and re-watching them over & over. Thanks so much David for these and ALL of your Great Video's. I'll see ya in the next one--again & again & again. he-he.
Yep, part four is a definite. I'm glad you liked am all Danny. Thanks for watching Brother!
As said many times David in your very informative videos, I learn a lot and appreciate your time and effort!
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all!
every time i watch one of your videos i learn several useful bushcraft and woodsman skills thank you for taking the time to show us this.
Always great to hear that and I'm happy you like and learn from the vids Druss. Thanks for watching
I had the chance to head out to the cold north woods and do a two day expedition this weekend and i used some of your axe handling tips and my woodsman bag based off your system and lived out of it. It was great fun.
Some pretty good tips partner, love the long candle one and the lotions on cotton balls. Those were worth the price of admission for sure. Always fun David!!
Thanks AJ, I'm glad you liked the tips. Thanks for watching Brother!
awesome a part 4 looking forward to it ...big thumbs up
Thanks, Im glad you liked it . Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
I enjoyed the three part series you did David, and it is true what you said that we all learn from each other, you are never to old to learn new tricks, all the best to you.
Thanks Tom, I'm glad you liked it. I had an old baseball coach that taught us youre never too old to learn and if you stop learning, you die inside. Take care and Thanks for watching Tom
You make the best out door videos. Always informative and with a new slant. Thanks for putting in all the effort. We do enjoy them, larry
You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Larry!
Buy box those of "trick" party candles, the ones that can't be blown out (they keep re-lighting themselves). You can get them at party supply stores. Throw those in your pack, If a breeze blows them out they'll keep relighting themselves. Works like a charm.........
NP buddy, just trying to help the cause...LOL
Ive used them 2 or 3 times before and they are pretty amazing!
After watching all three of your Bushcraft Tips and Tricks, I am once again amazed at what I have again learned or recalled what I had seen and then forgotten. I hope someday in the not too distant future and can buy you a cup of coffee and shake your hand for all the hours of fun and educational entertainment you have given us!!! Thanks for sharing and God bless you my friend and best wishes.... Ax
Great to hear that and I'm glad you liked it. I think later on I did a part four. Im always up for coffee brother! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too
Great series so far. Thanks for sharing all the knowledge and experience.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all C.M. Im always happy to share!
Hi David! Thanks again for another wonderful series of videos on tips/tricks and hints...never have enough of them!!! Re: you last hint with the thin/long birthday candles/B. lighter storage container...for non-machinists, ;>) a good storage container might be a tooth brush holder...just the perfect size for a lighter and a few candles!!! Again! Thanks for all you do and may the Good Lord continue to bless you and yours!
Thanks Kenn, I'm glad you liked it all. Man thats a cool idea with the tooth brush holder. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!
Fantastic series Dave. And you're absolutely right. I consider myself a fairly experienced camper/survivalist/prepper. But I learn from you often. You have some of the most educational as well as entertaining videos I've seen. I actually look forward to your next video. You do a great job. and you can tell you are a machinist by the way you put things together. An Engineer short of a degree. Or then again, maybe you do have an engineer's degree. What do I know? Anyway, great video and series. Keep 'em coming.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked them that much! Nope, no engineers degree. I just have a machinist diploma and welding certification. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
looking forward to part 4! woo! love all the hints, tips, tricks, and talk.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it , See ya in part 4 Darryl!
Yay! Part 3! 😁 I've been watching for this to post! Lol .. Thanks again, as always David! Good stuff! .. I'll use my feet to rewind my cordage in the woods .. Lol ..just sit down and wrap on my toes 😉 .. I've made some seriously killer fire starters too, I'll have to send you a few to play with:) lol.. I have the trick bday candles in my kits, so they can't blow out on me if the weather is crappy .. Couple of those, and my huge stash of birch bark, no problem starting fires. 😉 .. You've really packed a lot into these! Great stuff! When #4 comes out, I'll have to rewatch from the beginning 😁 lol.. Oh, I use pencil cases a lot for organizing my small gear, some are nice and teeny, and lots cheaper than the name brand gear pouches, they come in all sizes and materials. I hope you're getting some rest, I know you're flat out at work again.. Don't over do it Hon 🙂 looking forward to #4.. Thanks for all your efforts and sharing with us 😊
Hello Ruth! Im glad you liked it all. Sounds like you have plenty ready to go! Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
It just gets better and better. I’m getting one of those Tops machetes it will
be perfect for my needs. The hammock information was really valuable as well.
Great how you made them into a chair. Thank you!
Thanks Ken, I'm glad you liked all the info. That Tops machete is a fantastic lightweight blade.
Great information as always David. Saw a couple of new tricks for myself. Awesome series.
Thanks, Im glad you liked it all Donnie . Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
Another great video to turn on and fall asleep too! Love dreaming about survival camping!
Thanks Zach, I'm glad you liked it Brother!
loved the trapping tip, the net hammock tips, the med pads (a great idea) and most all of this series. Rock on thanks for sharing, peace
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it all and I'm always happy to share. Thanks for
watching
Why would people put thumbs down review on Dave’s videos he’s very knowledgeable and a good bush crafter and knows his stuff I don’t understand even put a thumbs down review
I have no idea Mark, other than its some trolls on a fake account I previously banned. Lol.
BRAVO !. You are one of the most Complete YT share people out there. Very much appreciate Your effort and material. Great to learn so much in on Place. Thanks a lot and a greeting Your way from WW2HistoryHunter
Thanks, I'm glad you like the way I do things Brother! Im always happy to share this vids. Take care and Thanks for watching
keep up the good work
Lots more to come Cindy
Really good job! I always like your presentations!
There is room for more of these "Hacks" of Bushcraft and so on!
Sailing needles is spot on. In addition the "Palm" Guards are a good thing to have out there!
I too am religious to carry things like that.
I will say it again, "I really thank you for not being a pitch man / barker for products...!
There is enough of that out there.
So I and the rest of us will be look for the next one of your video's
Thanks again,
Ross
The Santa Fe Man
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all Ross! I will never be a pitch man for products, I agree with you, theres already too much of that on here. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
Great hacks, David! The ones I liked mostly were the hammock conversion for a chair and the rope trick using two stakes to make the hanks. Awesome. Thanks for all the tricks of the trade.
Thanks Alexander, I'm glad you liked it all!
Lots of good tips, as always. I really like the one for tying off nylon rope. That stuff is a pain if you don't know how to make it work for you. Many thanks!
Thanks, I'm glad you liked the tips. I know a lot of folks that fight with that slick slippery rope! Thanks for watching MacKenzie
Another great video Dave! A good use of tool containers and candle's. Thanks again.
Thanks Bert, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
Cool, something actually worth watching
Thank you Josh!
Dave ive learned so much from you from making these shows/ videos. thanks for sharing.
Always great to hear that Dave!
thank you Dave for another outstanding video.
You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Steven
What, no question for us at the end? Maybe in the next one. :)
1. Sail Needle: I didn't even know those existed. Now, of course, I want one.
2. Yaro: Nice tip. Now I better look up what it looks like.
3. Hammock seat: Great option I had not thought of.
4. Long skinny candles: Definitely better than a tea light. Good idea, David.
I wonder if trick birthday candles would be a good option since they are really hard to put out.
One thing I do with my hammocks is I take the end cord(running through the seam) out of them and slide a carabiner into the spot. I think the carabiner creates less friction and it shortens the hammock which makes it a little more versatile in tighter spots.
And I know I've made this comment to you before, but I'll say it to your viewers: Tea tree oil is another great additive to Vaseline. It is an antiseptic/antifungal (and slightly anesthetic) that really increases the inflammability of the Vaseline. I warm the Vaseline until it is liquid and then add the tea tree oil. It doesn't take much; maybe a dozen drops per tablespoon of Vaseline. Then I soak the cotton balls in it and put those balls in a sealed container. For me it is a pill fob. I've never had it not catch a spark, even in the rain.
Onto video 4.
LOL, nope. No question on this one. I got too many answers on the first two videos. Yes, them trick candles are fantastic! Another good trick is them sparklers. Thanks for the tea tree oil tips.
At 82,000+ subscribers...you're going to get a lot of answers. :)
LOL, too many answers sometimes!
Another brilliant and informative video, what did you look like wearing that buff and head net though lol :) Really appreciate you taking the time and share your knowledge brother ~Peace~
Thanks Brother! I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share. Thanks for
watching and be good man!
another great vid!! lots of little tricks to be used in all these, cant wait to see #4. Thanks Dave.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4!
Great Film. Lots of cool Tips and Tricks. The hammock seat ;) Awesome David!
Thank you Brother Sepp!
Thank you for the chair and the cottonball organization tool. Well... I have a nylon hammock...so I am going to make a chair. With a bug net umbrella setup...as soon as I get to MO.
You are very welcome and that sounds good!
great job keep up the good information let it go boys. you are right we are always leaning or should be
Thanks Gary!
Great vid Dave, now that I'm retired I wish I had made use of the containers I had when I was a Fabrication Engineer. Sadly I only have a few from drill bits, drill bits are now elsewhere and handy items in the containers. Kind regards Dave.
Thanks Dave, I'm glad you liked it. Amazing how many containers probably has been thrown away over the years? Thanks for watching
Perhaps the net hammock could be used as a makeshift "tarp" shelter. String it out, brace it open with sticks, and fill in with whatever is available, such as pine branches, leaves, etc. Could lay a shemagh over the net and add vegetation cover. After all, it's a big square net tied at each end.
Good idea!
You are an excellent salesman. I had to go out and get one of the TOPS machetes.
And you were right. It along with the sheath is outstanding. Thanks.
Thats cool Bob! One thing you can count on in my videos, I do not show an item unless I really really like it! Enjoy the machete brother!
Great video !! Your right .. I always learn something from these videos.. even at my advanced age ! lol I like how you always make your clips fun... Great job !
~Chuck~
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Chuck! Its all about fun to me brother! Thanks for watching
Good to see the candles at the very end. They're not often mentioned when it comes to fire starting. I Iike to use the trick/magic birthday candles that keep re-igniting everytime you blow them out. Good for fire starting in windy conditions.
Oh I hear ya, them trick candles are amazing!
Wowzers those are some great tips thanks 🎯🔪👍👍
Thanks Drew!
Winter tube!🤯 love it!
Your a really cool guy Dave you’d be a great neighbor to have!👍🏽
Thank you Brother!
I like your spin on the birthday candles!
I have always carried the self-relighting kind. I have been carrying them since I was a kid. Back then, I usually had 4 or 5 matches at the most...and I had to steal those. So I would also take birthday candles as a way to extend my ignition time.
Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it. Ive used them trick candles 2 or 3 times and I love em! They work great but for some reason they are kinda hard to find.
By me they are real popular, so they are in every grocery store around. Normally they are found in the baking isle with the sugar, flour, baker chocolate etc... If you can bake a cake with it, thats the isle you find the relighting candles.
Once again, I was educated and entertained at the same time. Say, I'll bet you could put these 3 or 4 Bushcraft Videos on DVD's and make a few bucks. They'd still be good if you had power for your PC and the Internet was down. Frankly, I think they'd make nice gifts for new campers and preppers. I know I'd buy several if they were priced right.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked em Wes. I never even thought about putting them on DVDs but good idea! Thanks for watching
Thank you for all the great information you share with us. I haven't spent much time out in the woods since I was in my twenties. I felt like a big dummy today when you showed how you wrapped up your rope because I was an electrician for many years and when we got into a tight space with a coil of cable we would unroll it into a figure 8 so it wouldn't get tangled when we pulled it back out... duh, I just recently started camping again and never put the 2 together, that makes it so much easier. Thanks again.
You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it all. Man, rope, cordage, extension cord, wrap it all up the same brother! Thanks for watching
Loved the series David. I had a few of my friends that are just starting out watch them. Thanks for teaching. -MD
Always great to hear that and I'm happy you liked it. Thanks for watching
I enjoy watching your videos you use gadgets that can be used in leu of high price items. You are never boring and I always go away learning how to use a due hicky with a watcha macall it. Just had to throw that in...keep up the great work my southern friend.
Thanks, I'm glad you like the videos Holly. Thanks for watching
You're videos do enrich my life. I've learned a lot from watching your videos and they're pretty entertaining as well. Getting to know people all over the world is probably one of the coolest things about youtube. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us.
Always great to hear that Chad and I'm happy you like the way I do things. Meeting people all over the world just shows the power of youtube! Thanks for watching
Great info on tying a Hank of rope no more knots.. lol
Thanks for the tip on the "Alabama Hammer", I've used them all my life here in Al. But I just call them rocks. I'll leave my Estwing home next time..
Thanks Robert, I'm glad you liked it. LOL, man they are rocks but theres a story behind it. A coworker of mine once reroofed a house with a pallet of shingles, a huge box of nails and a rock! Thanks for watching
.........You are may be the most inventive person I ever met....and you demonstrate your ideas in such a relaxing manner I can watch you for hours....I never saw a candle like that but I have used the cotton balls soaked with petroleum jelly and they burn slow and long....careful of the container you carry them in though....on a hot day the jelly can leak out on your other gear....Great show and totally enjoyed .....Many thanks.......
Thanks Greg! I'm glad you liked it and how I do things! Lol, oh I've had them stupid cotton balls leak everywhere before!
Thank you again learned alot from this video as well. I will have to watch them again and again.
Great to hear that and I'm glad you enjoyed the videos Tom.
Some great tips there. Liking the hammock chair. Must get one of those net ones and try it out.
Thanks Colin, I'm glad you liked it.Heres a link for the hammock. www.amazon.com/5ive-Star-Gear-Hammock-Olive/dp/B00AF33RES/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1474677209&sr=8-2&keywords=net+mini+hammock Thanks for watching
Great...wonderful tips. I do not camp now, but may need to in the future...knowledge is Power! thank you David.
Sounds great Letitia!
Dave, great series and time well spent. thank tom.
Thanks Tom, I'm glad you liked them all
I Don't really ever comment cause out of sight out of mind! BUT I just had to on the candles. I found that when I'm out in the woods the wind has a tendency to blow my candles out! So I went and bought the trick blow out candles, so when that happens a few seconds later it will reignite! YOU are a very well rounded outdoors men and are 1! Of the few I would seek out to be in my circle! So... with that being said... I'll see ya on the next 1!!! Lol!!!!
Very very good idea Jordan! Man the wind is killer on candles. See ya in the next one!
Ure a legend dave...thanx for all the precious info u provide in ur videos
Thanks Jatin!
great video Dave ,i9 just learned your knot practicing on my coffe cup ,i also ordered today this hammock
Sounds great Angus!
great video Dave keep'em coming love all the tips,tricks and improvised survival really I have been camping four decades and more from the military but you have shown me some things I have not seen before or I forgot!, many thanks
Always great to hear that and I'm happy you liked it and learned some . Thanks for watching
awsome part 1 thru 4 series , ive learned alot from you and ur videos , thanks Dave Keep em coming brother !!
Thanks Steve, I'm glad you liked them all brother. Thanks for watching
More great tips and tricks, Dave. Thanks for sharing
...MIC...
Thanks MIC, I'm glad you liked it all. Thanks for watching
Truly great. So informative and accessible. I always come away with inspiration. Keep it up!
@@mitchlindeman7033 Thank you Mitch! I'm glad you liked it and theres lots more to come!
No doubt I leave your channel educated and enriched David. You Sir are a star. Thank you for sharing and as always be safe and be lucky man. Wol.
Always great to hear that Wol! I'm glad you liked it all Thanks for watching
Good morning Dave from Pigeon Forge Tennessee. I left a week ago today from Delray Beach Florida I've been to Daytona, Ocala, Live Oak and Suwannee River State Park in Florida. I shot straight up to Tallulah Gorge State Park and then up into Cherokee, Maggie Valley, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Today I'm heading down to Robbinsville to the Tail of the Dragon and the Cherohala highway and see which way the wind blows from there. Thinking about you and all the tips and tricks I've learned from you. Having a blast while last!
Good evening Ray! wow man! You have hit some nice places! Ive been to Gatlinburg several times and I LOVE that place! Keep on keepin on and have a safe trip home brother!
Hey Dave I just wanna let you know yesterday I ended up going to Mt Pisgah National Park I spent the night there I came back down to Pigeon Forge and my second visit to Smoky Mountain Knife Works and when I walked in I ran into Dave Canterbury I told him I started watching camping vidios several months back on youtube with Dave reallybigmonkey and he immediately smiled, lit up and said, 'yeah Pearson!' My visit really went well, he was friendly and one heck of a guy! Now so far I've met the Dalai Lama, Dave Canterbury and hopefully someday you and that will be the final feather in my cap. Lol... Have a great evening Dave.
yep definitely see you in part four Dave .. great vid i was actually looking for a hammock but all they had in my area were those net hammocks.. thank you for showing the benefits of those i think i might actually get one .. for my gear .. awesome as usual man .. take care ..
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Arm. The Nylon hammocks are more comfy but the net ones will work and are just as comfortable if not more with a pad added to them. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4!
Reallybigmonkey1 cool.. what about instead of a pad a one of these nice thick sleeping bags will that create some comfort for the time being? well what i was worried about is the fact that in cold weather with the net i might freeze then i figured ill be in a sleeping bag anyway so that cancelled out
Thanks Dave, I am learning a lot from your videos! I going on to Amazon now to buy those mess hammocks..
You are very welcome and I'm glad youre learning from them. Take care and Thanks for watching
Nylon hammock good choice, who doesn't love lite weight items. Knot seems great, will trucker hitch work as well or not, I use that so much, but your knot works I'll try. Keep teaching brother, you are helping many. And in my opinion your teaching could come in handy in very near future. Thanks
All kinds of knots work for decent rope. With this super slippery plastic like rope, this has been the only knot thats held for me. Thanks for watching
Quality content. Thanks again for helping us all be better in and have more "fun in the woods."
Thank you Linda!
thanks for the great tips on the last 3 videos. I am always looking forward to your next video.
Thanks, Im glad you liked it . Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4
Awesome tips and tricks. Enjoying the heck out of your videos, while at the same time learning from you. You keep making them, I'll keep watching them and hitting the Like Button. Thanks Again. Florida, USA.
Thanks, I'm glad you like em all my friend! Thanks for watching
Thank you for he great tips and tricks. I learn something every time I watch your videos.
You are very welcome and thats always great to hear!
Hey David.....Great #3 TT&T! My only regret is that I won't live long enough to use all of your T's & T's ! LOL! You certainly have a knack for passin on helpful knowlege! Thank You!!! Regards & ATB to you and family!....Old John
You are awesome David, I love your long videos sir! You are a wealth of knowledge and a pleasure to watch
Thanks, I'm glad you like em Tavor! Thanks for watching
you are the best
I really like and find your videos most informative and have made many purchases based on your knowledge and experience
Always great to hear that Larry and I'm happy you trust my opinions. Thanks for watching
11:05 I just recently bought one of the tube cloths and at the time I didn't know it was a tube. It was in a sealed package and looked like a thing bandanna and said about multi use. I was happy though that it turned out to be the tube. Been wanting to get one of them. Only had it a few days now and mostly just used it to protect the back of my neck from getting sun burned.
There's charts on Google images showing about 5 or 6 uses for it
@@Reallybigmonkey1 The packaging mine came in does show images of it's uses on it.
Still love these videos, chilling cold wraps and laying down stuff. LOL
Looking forward to part 4 and more after that.
I pack long things in straws and melt the ends and I also use a travel container used for toothbrushes for other things.
Drugs stores have travel sized Vaseline, etc. Don't forget natural things to carry things like Vit E for cuts - non-allerginic.
Thanks, I'm glad you like em. Ive seen the straw trick before and it does work pretty good. Just not large enough amounts for me. I do load up on the trial/travel sizes often. Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4 Dr. Ron!
Hey man.....gotta make this an ongoing series....always learning tips from others, but one at a time !......Great content, thank you....... PAPA DUKES
Thanks PAPA! Theres at least a part four that is definitely coming out.
Great video. You have the best ideas and you explain things so well. It's greatly appreciated.
Thanks, I'm glad you like the way I do things! Thanks for watching
Great video David! Always love your videos and the birthday candle thing got me thinking...the trick candles that you can't blow out would be perfect for this. Especially if it's windy.
Thanks Carla, I'm glad you liked it. Very good thinking on them candles. I havent seen them too often but I know they would work great! Thanks for watching
love your videos , never fail to learn something new . thanks for sharing your knowledge david
Thanks, I'm glad you like em, Thanks for watching
I love the way he explains himself properly, very easy to follow. Keep up the good vids
Thank you Dennis!
I sure liked the hammock chair Dave! I have one of those eno hammocks exactly like yours. Then I have a warbonnet with big net.
Thanks, I'm happy you liked it. Im thinking any hammock can make a good chair except for one with a built in net. I have a cheap one with a net I use every summer. Thanks for watching
More great tips. The head net could also be tied off at the bottom and used as a small net or fish trap. Thanks for all your hard work. I've really enjoyed this 4 part series.
Thats a good idea Scott! I'm glad you liked the whole series. Thanks for watching man
Another great video. Always learn something from watching. Thanks so much!
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and Thanks for watching
Your videos are the best always learning something new.. every other channel has turned into the home shopping network.. lol.. keep up the great work...
Thanks, I'm glad you like em that much. LOL, I hear ya. I cant handle watching folks who only talk about brand new unused outdoor gear. Thanks for watching
Another great series , I picked up a lot of tips and tricks. Thankyou , i appreciate it. Very good camera work also, i can tell you put in a lot of work with your videos. Top notch.
Thanks, I'm glad you like em all Bobby. Man they are a lot of work. Thanks for watching
Awesome Video, looking forward to #4!!!
Thanks, Im glad you liked it Clynt . Thanks for watching and see ya in part 4