I don't really comment on youtube videos but I feel obligated to say that your way of filming/documenting feels fresh to watch, usually these hiking/camping video format are always quiet and I guess more to the cinematography side since you know, the inspired by Kraig Adams phenomena (not saying it's bad, perhaps a bit redundant) hence why seeing your way to engage more with the audience while keeping it entertaining is really a breath of fresh air and as for me I can learn a thing or two on how to "survive". With that I really hope to see you grow as a channel, for a channel this small the quality is quite high and I feel needs more traction. I hope by reading this gives more hope for you to continue filming, I really do enjoy the content and I'm sure the people following are as well. Have a nice day. +1 for storytelling as well
Hey my friend! that was a very lovely and positive message! Comments like yours are what drive me so I really really appreciate you taking the time to write it! Glad you've been enjoying and learning from the content! Have a wonderful day!
The content you share is very good thank you. I also discovered a very useful app for friends like me who are just starting bushcraft. Maybe you'd like to take a look. I'll leave it down for you. The app name is( Offline Survive Guide App | Survival Techniqs(PRO))
Is it still considered a solo adventure if you make a friend along the way? Hope you guys enjoyed Willy's company as much as I did. and if you did, leave a like and consider subscribing!
I love how you respectfully chopped off branches from trees. Once i come to Canada, i dream on becoming like you too. Thanks for being an inspiration man.
Duude! This was absolutely amazing. The trip itself would be enough, but the layers of comedy, coventional and visual, was just icing on the cake. It felt fresh, snappy and exciting, and kept me engaged througout. Great job!
People complaining about you cutting trees/breaches... Every single one of those should drastically cut down on their consumption and waste, because every single one on those do more harm the you. By the time you cut down small branch, others waste tons. My opinion.
Beautifully done. Loved "Wilson"! I admire people who are so comfortable in the outdoors that they can make a winter shelter like this and actually spend the night!
This is the second video I've watched from this guy. As a city girl I have learned more in 10 minutes how to survive in the forest if I need too. Thanks
Xander, this might be my fav winter video you've posted. So organic and humbling. I greatly appreciate the many comments you've made about protecting nature in your videos, even during a survival situation. I have 0 experience and have only camped a few times in my life, but watching your vids is giving me confidence to do my first this coming Winter. I may have to pick your brain about where to go closer to the season. :)
"Yeah what an awesome day. It really was quite enjoyable to be busy. There was never a moment that I wasn't doing something. Tough day! Fun day! Tough. Oh my God and some chocolate! I am just so spoiled! Whatever did I do to deserve all this luxury!" That was when I hit the like button.
Thank you so much Xander for your videos. I thank youtube everyday for recommending me your channel. Your videos have helped me so much. I’d be amazed to know that you are NOT a successful professional photographer or something. The filming, post production, ambient sound without the background noise, its just amazing! Also, I’m new to Canada and I recently discovered hiking. Your videos inspire me to go out and explore more and your amazing solo camping tips are like noteworthy, and this is coming from a college student! Again, I want to thank you so much for being an amazing guy and filling our lives with joy, which nowadays people desperately need haha. PS: Tip for grilling kebabs or skewered food- just place it directly above the fire with a little longer supports. It’ll cook much faster and better!
I enjoy not only your sense of humor and filming style, but also that you actually sprinkle in some knowledge and learning. Also I love watching the food.
Very funny survival video! The first thing that ran through my mind is you have to have antifreeze running through you veins! I would have froze ! Awesome survival tips combined with the humor ! Well done! You definitely know how to survive in the snow! Thanks for sharing your expertise! Rick From Virginia
One of my favorite camp meals is to cut open a bell pepper, stuff in some ground beef and fill it full of onions and cheese and whatever else (sometimes pepperoni). Wrap in foil and then put the whole thing in the fire. Delicious
1 or 2 lower branches? You could have taken everything up to chest height for a tree with a radius of 3 inches or more. I worked at a nursery and have a master gardeners license. Look at how tiny some trees are at a nursery, and look how they are pruned. When they are pruned, they get "stressed" which triggers more rapid growth.
Mr. Hanks, no Fed Ex box? That was one memorable video. I hope your wife didn't marry the dentist while you were out! Great video man. Many props to you.
Thank God you didn't forget your ferro rod Xander! 😱😁. Thanks as always for making me smile. Your uploads are a blessing and your new friend Wil, with the help of Holy Spirit, reminded me of 1 Peter 2 4-5 ☺️. May God bless and keep you. Amen
What a wonderful post! When I saw you had no tarp, sleeping bag, etc., I thought, “bet Xander has more than a few tricks up his sleeve”. And indeed you did 🙂🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
I hope I don’t seem dumb for saying this, but…I found myself trying to figure out if you REALLY had forgotten those things, or just wanted to make a video to show what practical approach to use in that situation. 🤔 I’m not sure I even want to know… 😬 Great vídeo as usual. Keep it up!
Binge watching your videos. I always compare bushcraft vlogging to talking to “Wilson”. Hilarious that you just owned it. Love the idea and execution. Appreciate the effort and skill.
I’m also insanely glad there is another adult out there who enjoys Dino egg oatmeal. That brown sugar flavor can never be duplicated in any other oatmeal.
Willy is an amazing site manager. Just look at all the work he got his "crew" to accomplish! :D Great comedy to go along with the survival skills demonstration. Thanks Xander.
The more I watch your stuff, the more I think we might share a common ancestor... Among other things, I was planning this same parody for this summer haha. Great stuff and love the notes on conservation when you harvested the boughs. The fact that you include that with your fast-paced style says a lot 👍👍
Ehh wouldn't that be interesting :P well, great minds think alike so I'm not surprised :D Thanks man glad you enjoyed it, I notice you talk a bunch about conservation in your vids and I learn from the best sooo...
Bro this is the best channel idk how I ever lived without it lol I'm about to start catering to this side of my self a bit more definitely get some more extreme camping scenarios going in my life mad props brother incredible content 🙌
Wilson !!!!! There you are my friend. 😎👍 Amazing how u did this survival event. So this is evidence that u don't need a $$$$ sleeping bag nor tent to go hiking and enjoy the great outdoors. Life begins at the end of your comfortzone.
Lol 😄 thanks it was a really fun one. I know you're joking about the sleeping bag but it definitely was a terrible sleep but an experience I'll never forget :p
@@XanderBudnick I'm so proud of you man, look at how much your channel has grown! I've been binging your videos and feel happy when I return to this one. Much love, Your friendly US neighbor from New Hampshire.
I live in the warm coastal area of California, but have good friends that routinely go ice climbing etc in the mountains. Your channel has convinced me to go snow camping with them next year. Keep it up!
Sounds like a dream place to live! yeah man Winter Camping is way more enjoyable than what at first meets the eye. Glad you've been enjoying the videos. looking forward to you getting out there my friend!
This one popped up today. Cute. You love to test yourself. I'm like that too. I have to test myself because I'm old and I want to keep doing the outdoor things as long as I can.
Loving your videos lately. It a amazes me that even someone as accomplished as yourself in the outdoor game can make it a little comfy. It's very hard to make a good shelter/night without the sleeping bag. Many of us wouldnt survive a night in the snow.
Hey Xander, I'm enjoying your videos. Your sense of humor and upbeat personality makes for fun viewing! I especially appreciate the "cut to the chase" video filming. My pet peeve is watching a video of a foot by foot by foot by foot hiking through the woods or a stick by stick by stick making of a fire to watch water come to a slow boil. It's like watching grass grow! My eyes slowly close and the next thing know is the video is finally over and the only pleasure I've experienced is a good nap! Keep up the great work and NEVER grow up (like me).
Thanks Scottie I appreciate that. It's definitely a goal for me to keep the videos concise. I find it makes for easier watching so im happy it's coming along. Have a great day
Dude I love your videos! I love your interjection of humor; humility; energy; positivity and fun! New subscriber here, keep up the great work! Thanks for sharing your awesome adventures!
Ive just came across your content dude and its fantastic. The connection with nature you capture on your videos really shines through, as a lover of the outdoors myself, you give great tips and ideas that can be put into practice quite easily. Excellent job man, another new subscriber for you.
I don't really comment on youtube videos but I feel obligated to say that your way of filming/documenting feels fresh to watch, usually these hiking/camping video format are always quiet and I guess more to the cinematography side since you know, the inspired by Kraig Adams phenomena (not saying it's bad, perhaps a bit redundant) hence why seeing your way to engage more with the audience while keeping it entertaining is really a breath of fresh air and as for me I can learn a thing or two on how to "survive".
With that I really hope to see you grow as a channel, for a channel this small the quality is quite high and I feel needs more traction. I hope by reading this gives more hope for you to continue filming, I really do enjoy the content and I'm sure the people following are as well.
Have a nice day.
+1 for storytelling as well
Hey my friend! that was a very lovely and positive message! Comments like yours are what drive me so I really really appreciate you taking the time to write it! Glad you've been enjoying and learning from the content! Have a wonderful day!
Erik Normark style
I of his videos seems to have gone viral, I believe with 6 million views
@@XanderBudnick
“No, no, no - don’t get up!”
Okay, Xander is great.
🌲🔥🏐😁👍🏼
The content you share is very good thank you. I also discovered a very useful app for friends like me who are just starting bushcraft. Maybe you'd like to take a look. I'll leave it down for you. The app name is( Offline Survive Guide App | Survival Techniqs(PRO))
Is it still considered a solo adventure if you make a friend along the way?
Hope you guys enjoyed Willy's company as much as I did.
and if you did, leave a like and consider subscribing!
done subscribing great videos absolutely love’em!
it was so smooth and natural man 👍 love your videos...
Any advice on beginning a journey to starting the bushcraft?
It was hilarious! I loved this!
❤️
I saw my boy Wilson in the thumbnail and instantly clicked 🙌🏾😂
Lol :p
🤣🤣
Same man xD
People be underestimating Wil, who has delivered some of the most profound performances of our time 🎭 😂🤣😂🤣😂💝💗💖💛🌎✌🏾
HEAR! HEARR! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I love how you respectfully chopped off branches from trees. Once i come to Canada, i dream on becoming like you too. Thanks for being an inspiration man.
OMG I knew what was gonna happen with the pine branches but it was too funny with your commentary.
Duude! This was absolutely amazing. The trip itself would be enough, but the layers of comedy, coventional and visual, was just icing on the cake. It felt fresh, snappy and exciting, and kept me engaged througout. Great job!
Thanks brother! I'm just happy to be entertaining and engaging :D Cheers Friend!
@@XanderBudnick goated
Corporal's corner could kick your ass.
Willy is a good friend, and I think he shows that because he knows when it to take it easy. He knows when to take it serious too. Good friend
I just realized that i’ve been watching your videos everyday and it’s kinda satisfying
好感動，一個人有多麽的孤單，記得全世界各地的人都陪著你喔！
Willie needs to make a comeback, what an iconic side character!
People complaining about you cutting trees/breaches... Every single one of those should drastically cut down on their consumption and waste, because every single one on those do more harm the you. By the time you cut down small branch, others waste tons. My opinion.
Lames
Beautifully done. Loved "Wilson"! I admire people who are so comfortable in the outdoors that they can make a winter shelter like this and actually spend the night!
Think about it, who carries bacon onions and peppers ? Wouldn't they be frozen and what about the meat eating animals ?
@@jamesmccaw1211 no need to worry about this when you have Willy along.
Maaaan, I bet that pink glow as the sun rose felt like magic after that night. Well done, thank you tree!
It was so nice to see the sun they morning there for sure
How can you not give this video a like? Just for the Willie skit alone, it deserves at least that much.
This is the second video I've watched from this guy. As a city girl I have learned more in 10 minutes how to survive in the forest if I need too. Thanks
One of the most original and enjoyable "bushcraft" videos in quite a while!
Xander, this might be my fav winter video you've posted. So organic and humbling. I greatly appreciate the many comments you've made about protecting nature in your videos, even during a survival situation. I have 0 experience and have only camped a few times in my life, but watching your vids is giving me confidence to do my first this coming Winter. I may have to pick your brain about where to go closer to the season. :)
Xander that was not only informative but entertaining. Good thing Wilson was there to help you out in a bad situation. Well done
THanks Clifford, Hope it was fun to watch, Willy was definitely some great company :p Have a great day :)
"Yeah what an awesome day. It really was quite enjoyable to be busy. There was never a moment that I wasn't doing something. Tough day! Fun day! Tough. Oh my God and some chocolate! I am just so spoiled! Whatever did I do to deserve all this luxury!"
That was when I hit the like button.
You are “The Man” Zander! You have no fear! Keep feeding that fire!
Love how you post so regularly. New favorite youtuber to watch!!!
Thanks friend glad you've been enjoying the content :)
Exactly
Got really Cast away watching this great Video!!
I was literally watching cast away last night... I see Wilson, I click.
lol Guess what i watched before i made this :p
@@XanderBudnick this is golden. I’m new to the channel but so far great content!
I bet ‘Castaway’ is Xand’s favourite film!
I find it amazing all these cameras are left set up in the woods in spots where they can capture all these people doing stuff. 😃
Never really thought about what I’d do if I forgot those items...probably go back home...not anymore! Learning lots man really appreciate you!
Cheers my friend! Glad you got something out of it. I'll say though its not the most pleasant sleep and I'm sure there's better ways of doing it. :P
Xander Budnick I bet dude! Can’t believe you even tried it haha
no tent no sleeping bag but all the thermals that keep you warm, cool!
"I am so spoiled, whatever did I do to deserve all this luxury"
Somebody make a meme out of it lol
Lol that would be great 😂
Been thinking the same thing
100%
Thank you so much Xander for your videos. I thank youtube everyday for recommending me your channel. Your videos have helped me so much. I’d be amazed to know that you are NOT a successful professional photographer or something. The filming, post production, ambient sound without the background noise, its just amazing!
Also, I’m new to Canada and I recently discovered hiking. Your videos inspire me to go out and explore more and your amazing solo camping tips are like noteworthy, and this is coming from a college student! Again, I want to thank you so much for being an amazing guy and filling our lives with joy, which nowadays people desperately need haha.
PS: Tip for grilling kebabs or skewered food- just place it directly above the fire with a little longer supports. It’ll cook much faster and better!
I like the way you filmed yourself, so natural, simple. And it's good. 👍😊👍
Thanks friend I really appreciate that :))
I enjoy not only your sense of humor and filming style, but also that you actually sprinkle in some knowledge and learning. Also I love watching the food.
Very funny survival video! The first thing that ran through my mind is you have to have antifreeze running through you veins! I would have froze ! Awesome survival tips combined with the humor ! Well done! You definitely know how to survive in the snow! Thanks for sharing your expertise!
Rick From Virginia
Glad you enjoyed my friend. I could have used some antifreeze that night for sure. it was a chilly one. Thanks for your comment Rick!
Haha the skits with willy were hilarious. Awesome video and glad I'm enjoying these just as much as you do. 😁
Wilson was a good companion
A great friend :)
I'm glad you didn't miss the most important thing which is wood cutter.
Come for survival, stay for Willie! Great content man, loving it!
One of my favorite camp meals is to cut open a bell pepper, stuff in some ground beef and fill it full of onions and cheese and whatever else (sometimes pepperoni). Wrap in foil and then put the whole thing in the fire. Delicious
1 or 2 lower branches? You could have taken everything up to chest height for a tree with a radius of 3 inches or more. I worked at a nursery and have a master gardeners license. Look at how tiny some trees are at a nursery, and look how they are pruned. When they are pruned, they get "stressed" which triggers more rapid growth.
You don't stress prune in the winter
I love building those things. A lot of fun and even better to sleep in.
"No,no don't get up" had me dying
Lol 🤣
Xander, this is my favorite so far. You’re doing great work.
Glad you liked it
Nothing better than having morning coffee and firewood in the middle of the woods
Definitely
Mr. Hanks, no Fed Ex box? That was one memorable video. I hope your wife didn't marry the dentist while you were out! Great video man. Many props to you.
haha no not this time! glad you enjoyed it my friend! hahaha nice!! thanks thanks my man!!
Thank God you didn't forget your ferro rod Xander! 😱😁.
Thanks as always for making me smile. Your uploads are a blessing and your new friend Wil, with the help of Holy Spirit, reminded me of 1 Peter 2 4-5 ☺️.
May God bless and keep you. Amen
I would never forget that. I always remember the important things when I go out 🤣
Cheers my friend
What a wonderful post! When I saw you had no tarp, sleeping bag, etc., I thought, “bet Xander has more than a few tricks up his sleeve”. And indeed you did 🙂🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Thanks my friend. It was definitely a fun day out :p
As we would say in Ireland, Xander - “you’re some man for one man”! 🙂👍
@@frpaddy Love it, Cheers Paddy :P
I hope I don’t seem dumb for saying this, but…I found myself trying to figure out if you REALLY had forgotten those things, or just wanted to make a video to show what practical approach to use in that situation. 🤔 I’m not sure I even want to know… 😬 Great vídeo as usual. Keep it up!
Take Willy on every adventure!
You are easily starting to become my favorite camping RUclips. Next to Kent survival
Thanks Raymond! Happy to hear that :)
Excellent video buddy! Very funny.. but very interesting too! 👍🏻
Binge watching your videos. I always compare bushcraft vlogging to talking to “Wilson”. Hilarious that you just owned it. Love the idea and execution. Appreciate the effort and skill.
I'm sure plenty of people have thought of the idea :p thanks my friend ☺️
I’m also insanely glad there is another adult out there who enjoys Dino egg oatmeal. That brown sugar flavor can never be duplicated in any other oatmeal.
Dude actually took the suggestions from the other videos comment section!
Of course my friend. They were great suggestions :)
What an absolute legend!!!
Cheers mate!
oh dude, as soon as I saw wilson, you became my fav camper, subbed
Lol thank you
I think Wilson needs to go on all these solo trips
He'll be back
Willy is an amazing site manager. Just look at all the work he got his "crew" to accomplish! :D
Great comedy to go along with the survival skills demonstration. Thanks Xander.
The more I watch your stuff, the more I think we might share a common ancestor... Among other things, I was planning this same parody for this summer haha. Great stuff and love the notes on conservation when you harvested the boughs. The fact that you include that with your fast-paced style says a lot 👍👍
Ehh wouldn't that be interesting :P well, great minds think alike so I'm not surprised :D
Thanks man glad you enjoyed it, I notice you talk a bunch about conservation in your vids and I learn from the best sooo...
I live in the city and I always appreciate these type of vids it’s really an escape thank you!!
Bro this is the best channel idk how I ever lived without it lol I'm about to start catering to this side of my self a bit more definitely get some more extreme camping scenarios going in my life mad props brother incredible content 🙌
🙌🙌🙌
Wilson !!!!! There you are my friend. 😎👍
Amazing how u did this survival event. So this is evidence that u don't need a $$$$ sleeping bag nor tent to go hiking and enjoy the great outdoors. Life begins at the end of your comfortzone.
Lol 😄 thanks it was a really fun one. I know you're joking about the sleeping bag but it definitely was a terrible sleep but an experience I'll never forget :p
HE EVEN MADE WILLIE A BED 😂
Ofcourse :p
@@XanderBudnick I'm so proud of you man, look at how much your channel has grown! I've been binging your videos and feel happy when I return to this one.
Much love,
Your friendly US neighbor from New Hampshire.
I don't know why but I find his videos very therapeutic for my mind.
All I heard was tom hanks yelling "Wilson!!!!" 😂😂 Thumbnail and video A+
Hahaha thanks my friend
He thanked the trees for the branches i never subscribed so fast
Willy, hope we will see you in future video's 👍
We will see if he's up for another outing
Should have used green boughs for shelter and dead limbs for fire. Subscribed.
He got crazy being camping alone 😂
respect to you for all these vids without equipment, but i prefer the ones where you use a tent. just my 2 cents. thumbs up good vid
👌
I love seeing a grown man eat Dino eggs. I used to eat those all the time.👍
Lol, Love this talking to Willy !! friend!! Cool.. brilliant n fun!! 🙂
Came here from RUclips trending saying “Creator On The Rise” wowowow this is really good!
Amazing thank you so much
I live in the warm coastal area of California, but have good friends that routinely go ice climbing etc in the mountains. Your channel has convinced me to go snow camping with them next year. Keep it up!
Sounds like a dream place to live! yeah man Winter Camping is way more enjoyable than what at first meets the eye. Glad you've been enjoying the videos. looking forward to you getting out there my friend!
I love how you thanked the tree😍 great videos and i liked your new friend willy too. Its on my bucket list to go camping (please take me someday @NM🙈)
Thanks friend glad you enjoyed that and Willy. I'm sure you'll make it camping one day. Lol maybe someday
aww i didn’t expect a reply! thanks for reading my comment, have a great day!
You're lucky to have Willie there with you, some people might have gone crazy in the same situation....
Amazing videos! Hope I can go camping like this one day... Much appreciation from the Netherlands!
Thanks friend! I hope so too :D Cheers from Canada!
Hahaha. Loved this one so much!!! Seams Willy was also having a good time. 😄😃 Really enjoy watching your videos.
Unexpected entertainment haha
Just stumbled onto your videos. Your very entertaining and fun to watch. You’ve got a new loyal follower. Keep it up 👍👍
Awesome man. Glad to hear you enjoyed! Thanks for subbing my friend 😊
This one popped up today. Cute. You love to test yourself. I'm like that too. I have to test myself because I'm old and I want to keep doing the outdoor things as long as I can.
Loving your videos lately.
It a amazes me that even someone as accomplished as yourself in the outdoor game can make it a little comfy. It's very hard to make a good shelter/night without the sleeping bag. Many of us wouldnt survive a night in the snow.
Hey Xander, I'm enjoying your videos. Your sense of humor and upbeat personality makes for fun viewing! I especially appreciate the "cut to the chase" video filming. My pet peeve is watching a video of a foot by foot by foot by foot hiking through the woods or a stick by stick by stick making of a fire to watch water come to a slow boil. It's like watching grass grow! My eyes slowly close and the next thing know is the video is finally over and the only pleasure I've experienced is a good nap! Keep up the great work and NEVER grow up (like me).
Thanks Scottie I appreciate that. It's definitely a goal for me to keep the videos concise. I find it makes for easier watching so im happy it's coming along. Have a great day
Informative AND hilarious! Great entertainment, thank you!
Thanks friend. Glad you enjoyed
Good that you had Willson with you to help along!
But in all seriousness, great video!
Dude I love your videos! I love your interjection of humor; humility; energy; positivity and fun! New subscriber here, keep up the great work! Thanks for sharing your awesome adventures!
Thanks my friend. Welcome
Wilson was just as helpful to you as he was to Tom Hanks. Great video as always!!
probably my favorite shelter you've made so far
I hope the tree said you are welcome back.
Of course. I've never met a tree that didn't have manners
Thank you for all the hard work you put into every video. It really is appreciated 😊.
So, I’m 3 or 4 videos in and I gotta say man, you deserve way more subscribers than you’ve got. Very entertaining!
Thanks man that means alot 🤘
Don't ride it too hard..
Wilson!!!!!! What was that?! You're so funny! Definitely gotta follow now...
Yeaah a new video! Love to see you again man
Thanks my friend. Nice to see you back
Your sense of humor is good love it 😁 just take care wherever you go i enjoy watching your videos you give inspiration.
Have you seen “alone”? You should be in that show, you probably would win.
Yes I love that show. And thank you 😊 but I don't think I'm ready to be on that show :p
loved this one. folks who's never met wilson are thinking, what an absolute psycho! lol
My biggest shock watching his videos is how combustible nature is.
Wtf is combustible
It’s a good job you had willie there you may have gone round the twist and finished up in the nut house
Lol good thing
Dude you’re golden!😂 very good content. I really enjoyed ! Im sure Tom Hanks would too lol
I appreciate that my man! I really do! Have an awsome day!
I'm so glad you didn't freeze to death.
Your follower from Iraq, I love you ♥️🔸♥️🔸♥️🇮🇶🔸🇮🇶🔸🇮🇶
Cheers friend! Greetings from Canada
Wiiiiillllssssoooooooooonnnn
Ive just came across your content dude and its fantastic. The connection with nature you capture on your videos really shines through, as a lover of the outdoors myself, you give great tips and ideas that can be put into practice quite easily. Excellent job man, another new subscriber for you.
You literally slept without any blanket on such a cold weather. Kudos to your bravery.
Tom Hanks would be very proud.
Thanks man :)
That shelter looks pretty cozy tbh.