You have no idea... I took one of his classes and everything out of his mouth was deliberate, precise and he’s so patient. He’s the best instructor I’ve ever had, hands down!
And so normal. What happened to that? Normal adult conversation? The only blemish is that “what’s up guys” at the beginning which I am sick of hearing, but other than that the guy just... speaks. You’d think it would be a simple thing, but in this day and age it is nothing short of a miracle! Not shouting, not “joking” every other sentence, not using trendy baby talk. He speaks. Incredible.
a blend of Lemon and Eucalyptus essential oil with a carrier of cheap vodka or witch hazel extract is a great organic insect repellent plus smell much better. Give it a try before you knock it.
6:10 has to be the worst frog drawing I've seen. Honestly, thank you for this video! I've attempted feather sticks a few times with no luck and this explained everything I was doing wrong.
Nice vid! It's one thing to know what you're doing - and you obviosly do - but knowing how to effectively communicate/teach what you know is taking it to the next level. You know how to do that, too. Value that. A lot of people who really know their stuff are no good at teaching it. Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work.
Wow! What a brilliant explanation! I've been doing it for so long with a random success from time to time, but without a real understanding of the mechanic of it 😅 Thanks a lot Dan for all those fantastic life skills you share! What an awesome teacher you are!
I found this to be extremely helpful, easy to understand and 5 minutes later had a pile of shavings ready to ignite, well done my friend and thankyou, just subscribed, I see a ton of really practical videos you have done, so glad I stumbled onto this channel!!!!😁😁☺😁😁
That was the best explanation of making shavings and feather sticks !! Thank you so much Dan for putting more tools in my toolbox !! Plus I really like that knife but those guns were showing too . Haha . Take care and stay safe my friend !!
Outstanding video. I have always used the quartering (baton) method brcause, in addition to providing (nominally) twelve edges (peaks), it exposes the center of the wood. This is particularly advantageous when using resinous woods (pine, fir, cedar, etc.) as it exposes that resin for processing, not only for feathering, but also as kindling.
I'm the guy who spent a lotta time in the woods & sux at feathersticking. Your method is simple & sensible. Shoulda figured it out on my own but what can I say? I'm slow at some things. I'm about to be the expert at camp now.
I used to wander into the woods near my grandparent's when I was four to six. The older kids always had to come find me. I haven't camped since I was a teenager. My dad & other mom had us out at this wooded pond property practically every weekend we went up to visit. Best memories ever. I long for being back in the woods. Love your videos. Making feather sticks looks like the most soothing survival skill.
Love this channel man! Your like the older yet younger brother I didn't have growing up in the woods. My bushcraft skills have accelerated thanks to you! Jesus bless you brother.
I used your method of keeping the knife immobile today (instead of keeping the stick immobile and moving the knife) and I had much more success. Thank you!
Gray Bearded Green Beret has a bunch of videos on that topic. Also has a more in depth explanation of it on a paid member source. I’ve not viewed those but his RUclips videos on the topic are pretty in depth for many of the situations we may encounter in the woods and in general day to day stuff. 👍✌️
Thanks man. That was actually really helpful. I tried for first time yesterday and wasn’t workin. Gonna look for a better piece of wood today and make a good cut so I have my peaks. Then position and lock in and work on finding that angle.
That was the best explanation ,of anything, that I’ve seen in a while. I had attempted feathering a stick, a while back, and failed. I’ll use your tips and try again tomorrow. Thank you Dan.
Wow. Excellent instructional video. I've been making feather sticks for 50+ years and you have increased my understanding 10 fold. I guess I'm going to have to start practicing with my newfound knowledge. Thanks a million. Well done.
Dude is a solid teacher, 10/10 for this tutorial man thank you!
You have no idea... I took one of his classes and everything out of his mouth was deliberate, precise and he’s so patient. He’s the best instructor I’ve ever had, hands down!
Yea excellent teacher for sure. And what a great personality as well!
And so normal. What happened to that? Normal adult conversation? The only blemish is that “what’s up guys” at the beginning which I am sick of hearing, but other than that the guy just... speaks. You’d think it would be a simple thing, but in this day and age it is nothing short of a miracle! Not shouting, not “joking” every other sentence, not using trendy baby talk. He speaks. Incredible.
indeed
14 years of bushcrafting and I swear this video improved my feathers at least 50% 😱👍
man I don't even go camping but your videos made me order a Ferro rod and try to learn these. thank you LOL
Best instructional on RUclips
Love this intro. makes me want to tear through the wood blazing a path.😆😆😆😆😆😆😆
Insect repellent .... its that time a year ... would make a good video ... just a thought :) love the videos keep them coming
@H K there's always a special boy in each comment section.
@H K It's the RUclips comment section.... he's not writing a thesis... Also... his suggestion was.. solid.. Pound sand.... Sally...
@@corbindallas1954 🤣🤣
The Bug Dope video from a few years ago covers this.
a blend of Lemon and Eucalyptus essential oil with a carrier of cheap vodka or witch hazel extract is a great organic insect repellent plus smell much better. Give it a try before you knock it.
6:10 has to be the worst frog drawing I've seen.
Honestly, thank you for this video! I've attempted feather sticks a few times with no luck and this explained everything I was doing wrong.
😂😂
Great. Almost made me choke on my soda.
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The best teacher of bushcraft on RUclipsrs. Maybe the best teacher ever. 🙏
Got yourself a new subscriber off this tutorial alone. Outstanding! I've been doing it so wrong...
I was wondering why I couldn't manage to carve a feather stick and you just adressed so many mistakes I was making, thank you very much!
Some channels you just thumbs up before you even watch the video. This is one of those. Great job👍
This is an amazing video. I've been trying to craft the perfect feather sticks, but nothing has helped until this video.
Beat feather stick demo ever! Thanks
I knew some of this but knowing to keep the knife in one place and turn the wood makes sense, thanks for this
A true feather stick has different grades of curls for a more effective fire .God bless you and your family and happy camping 🏕 🙏 😊. Lee
Nice vid! It's one thing to know what you're doing - and you obviosly do - but knowing how to effectively communicate/teach what you know is taking it to the next level. You know how to do that, too. Value that. A lot of people who really know their stuff are no good at teaching it. Thanks for sharing and keep up the good work.
Thanks Dan! I always enjoy watching your videos....and I'm learning. Mabuhay ka!
Wow! What a brilliant explanation! I've been doing it for so long with a random success from time to time, but without a real understanding of the mechanic of it 😅 Thanks a lot Dan for all those fantastic life skills you share! What an awesome teacher you are!
My wife walked past me whilst you were drawing on the whiteboard and asked me "why are watching a video on how to draw Kermit the Frog" LOL!
I found this to be extremely helpful, easy to understand and 5 minutes later had a pile of shavings ready to ignite, well done my friend and thankyou, just subscribed, I see a ton of really practical videos you have done, so glad I stumbled onto this channel!!!!😁😁☺😁😁
That was the best explanation of making shavings and feather sticks !! Thank you so much Dan for putting more tools in my toolbox !! Plus I really like that knife but those guns were showing too . Haha . Take care and stay safe my friend !!
All good tips.
Really like that cabin.
Excellent detailed instruction.
Never seen a better instruction to make feathers/shavings.. Great video, thank you!
Thanks for this. Been building woods fires for decades but could never get good fuzz sticks. Gonna work on it.
Again best video, It's a skill on how you (Coalcracker Bushcraft) teach.
Thanks
This was a really great explanation. You have a natural teaching skill.
Outstanding video. I have always used the quartering (baton) method brcause, in addition to providing (nominally) twelve edges (peaks), it exposes the center of the wood. This is particularly advantageous when using resinous woods (pine, fir, cedar, etc.) as it exposes that resin for processing, not only for feathering, but also as kindling.
And for FATWOOD
This is fantastic, I've seen so many videos about firesticks but this is the first one that gives such a good tutorial on it
Intelligent presentation of a simple but often misapplied technique. Thanks. I was successful before but NOW - more so! 😎
This is by far the best, most informative video I've seen on feathersticks, thanks for making it. 👍🏼
Nicely taught
Wow really clears up the proper technique for me. Thanks Dan
Very useful video, thank you! :)
Your teaching style reminds me of Alton Brown, Subscribed!
Awesome feathers! The best instructional video I’ve seen on this subject. Thanks!
That was perfectly explained
Thank you for posting this video Dan, much appreciated!
Best explanation EVER! Thank you.
Really excellent. Can’t wait to utilize this new teaching.
I'm the guy who spent a lotta time in the woods & sux at feathersticking. Your method is simple & sensible. Shoulda figured it out on my own but what can I say? I'm slow at some things. I'm about to be the expert at camp now.
I used to wander into the woods near my grandparent's when I was four to six. The older kids always had to come find me. I haven't camped since I was a teenager. My dad & other mom had us out at this wooded pond property practically every weekend we went up to visit. Best memories ever. I long for being back in the woods. Love your videos. Making feather sticks looks like the most soothing survival skill.
Best feathersticking tutorial I've seen so far.
Great tutorial Dan 👌
You should do this for a living 😉🪓
Feather sticks and try sticks is a good way to pass the time. :)
Excellent explanation of the details of this technique.
Excellent technical demonstration
You drew Kurmit the Frog...nice job!
This video is excellent! I managed to create much better feather sticks after watching this!
Love this channel man! Your like the older yet younger brother I didn't have growing up in the woods. My bushcraft skills have accelerated thanks to you! Jesus bless you brother.
That was the best feathers/shavings tutorial I've ever seen, thank you brother I can't wait to try those tricks this weekend.
AWESOME... as always! I'll try it tomorrow morning. Thx for sharing. Greetings from France^_^
Tried it. Works great! Top tips and great feathers.
I used your method of keeping the knife immobile today (instead of keeping the stick immobile and moving the knife) and I had much more success. Thank you!
I don’t know, but I feel like this is the best instructional video I’ve ever seen. Great shtuff, Dan’l.
Your videos are very good and informative. What I have not seen very much of, is first aid stuff. Scrapes and cuts to broken bones and deep cuts.
Gray Bearded Green Beret has a bunch of videos on that topic. Also has a more in depth explanation of it on a paid member source. I’ve not viewed those but his RUclips videos on the topic are pretty in depth for many of the situations we may encounter in the woods and in general day to day stuff. 👍✌️
Thanks Dan.
Excellent explanation as usual! Now I’ll try to apply your technique and do real good feather sticks!
Thanks Dan... I've been having issues with this...
Nice 👍🏻
Yeap.. I was wondering why my shaving were fat and unlightable XD
Thanks for the video mate!
Thanks Dan, best explanation of creating a feather stick i have seen so far, gonna give it a try tomorrow
This is incredible! Thank you! I will be starting to practice today! :). Heading to the mountains now! :)
Keep featherin’ it brother
This is the absolute best video on making feather sticks that I’ve found!
Thanks bro!
Very informative and educational. Thank you very much
welcome back
Thanks Dan very helpful can’t wait to try this technique 😊☮️
The Art and Science of Feathering. Well done.
Great job man thank you very much God bless you always
Great video. I started teaching my 8 year old son how to start a fire. Next step is how to shave. Keep rocking it.
SF
Thanks man. That was actually really helpful. I tried for first time yesterday and wasn’t workin. Gonna look for a better piece of wood today and make a good cut so I have my peaks. Then position and lock in and work on finding that angle.
Have to say that’s most in depth advice I’ve seen on making feather sticks.
Just received my new spyderco zoomer tonight and really excited to make feather sticks. :) thx for the info.
Excellent video Dan! But can you PLEASE go back to the old intro/intro music!
I didn't like the old intro either, but the new one has so much cheese to it I'd be happy to see the old intro return.
Hear hear!
I like the new one.
Good guide!...
Like the new intro..👍🏻
Brilliant tutorial. Thank you.
This tutorial is fantastic!
Excellent demonstration and visuals on feather sticking/shavings, always enjoy your videos and good humor.
great breakdown on hand and knife position.,
Your channel is amazing, very interesting.
Good and necessary class. Thanks.
Great video. Thanks for the demonstration 👍🤠
Thanks! Great video! 👍
6:28 Why is Dan drawing Kermit the Frog? That said, thanks for another great video!
Gee... I’m glad someone else saw Kermit!
My wife asked me why I watching "how to draw Kermit"!
Awsome video, I'll use this technique next time I make a feather stick☺
Thanks for the valuable information
Every time I think I have the basics down pat, I watch one of your videos and learn something new! Thanks for all the great info.
Excellent instructions
Beauty video brother! Keep grindin!
Very informative. I'll give it a try. Thanks.
You are an Excellent Teacher. Best tutorial on this Ever. Thank You
That was the best explanation ,of anything, that I’ve seen in a while. I had attempted feathering a stick, a while back, and failed. I’ll use your tips and try again tomorrow. Thank you Dan.
The Boy Scouts, at least in the late 60s and early 70s, called those "Fuzz Sticks".
If they had kept their "fuzz sticks" to themselves they wouldn't have a class action lawsuit on their hands.
@@mitchellgearheart14 You know not many people will appreciate this but I do.
@@kejadventures241 People don't always like the truth.
Wow. Excellent instructional video. I've been making feather sticks for 50+ years and you have increased my understanding 10 fold. I guess I'm going to have to start practicing with my newfound knowledge. Thanks a million. Well done.
Best featherstick video I've seen! I finally understand what I've been doing wrong. Thank you!
If the apocalypse occurs I got dibs on Dan for my compound. 💪
Great video man! Super clean instructions
Very very good sir
Great Channel and Videos