I have never been a rich man so there have been a lot of times that I wouldn't have money for something I needed, so I would build it. To this day I still build and I am 71 years young. That"s how I became a metal artist. So I love the videos you do on Bushcraft. I consider anyone that can build for their own needs a self made engineer. You are an awesome teacher my friend.
@@MesquiteMan won’t find a more informed bushcrafting Chanel that does real life scenarios than Greg’s. Everyone else does short videos on one thing. Joe robinets good but not as good.
Greg ever since I found ur channel I'm a big fan!! So cool you're a great man with so much wisdom and knowledge to share.. thank you Greg... jordan from north east Scotland.. ❤
I'm a little late to this party but I'll comment anyway - I was camping in the backwoods of North Central Idaho and there's no internet here. Summer comes late up here and the temperature dropped below freezing most mornings. Anyway Greg, I always learn a lot about trigger mechanisms from you. The deer still haven't lost their winter coat up here and they don't seem to have any fear of humans. They come into camp every morning and evening at the same time - they seem to be coming down to drink from the creek. Then they'll stand and eat or play just a few yards from my fire with their ears turned down - indicates they sense no danger. They just stand there looking at me. One evening, one of them woke me up - she was licking the sidewall of my tent. Gosh knows what she tasted on it - salt maybe. Oh yeah - there's lots of ticks here. I like seeing the deer around because it indicates there's no bears around. Don't you just love being out in the woods and away from all that concrete!
My Dad knew wild asparagus. We would be cruising down I75 and he would pull over and have me jump out of the car and go pick it!! Sure wish he was still here to do it!!💚
Good little fire going,cold brew and Greg and fin with the entertainment!! I couldn't think of a better place to be this evening and doing and watching what I love!!
Thank you for your video tutorials. We're similar in age and I'm ready to change the trajectory of my life in a major way. I'm studying your vids and learning a great deal. Very much appreciated. Take care, stay safe, God bless.
❤ I love this idea, Greg. Crossbows are simply the "missing link" between bows and portable firearms that perfectly blend the silence and ease-of-use. Archaeological studies of bones from the Middle Ages show clear proof of skeletal deformities caused by the uneven muscle development of archers, where the drawing arm was FAR more developed than those of the support arm. Crossbows were not only more convenient and simpler to master, but the fact that you didn't need to physically hold a drawn bow at the ready meant that far fewer people had this skeletal deformity after the advent of the crossbow. And kudos for the creativity of aspect of this build. It may not be a beautifully hewn and polished yew stock with half a dozen coats high gloss varnish, but she works like dream! Beautiful work
Throwing an idea out there, I bought 2 pull knives for pulling bark/level planes and curved planes. I think there is a lot of use in them. Just like having a small wood chisel. Saves energy and time= life saver. Rather not make so many mistakes with just a knife and hatchet, but still doable. Awesome Job! I really enjoy woodwork. More branches in small area of wood= strength (for handles or wooden mallet for example).
You never cease to amaze us mate ..love how you just keep it real and simple you are a true champion to alot of us..thank you mr ovens stay safe brother..
I love the concept Greg. I think if you center the bow down your stock your shot will be more on line instead of to the right so far. I think I'll try to make one with mine. Keep up the great videos.
Great video Greg you brought up a great point when you're hungry and you're tired and you're trying to hunt your focus is not going to be as good but that crossbow that you put together really takes a lot of that guesswork out of hunting with a bow good job
28:20 perfect focus switch 😀 Man, what a cool build and idea! You always come up with cool stuff. I hope you'll show the crossbow in some real action some time. Stay safe, Greg!
Greg and his friends are the kindest and most wholesome guys on RUclips, what great guys and what an adventure it would be to spend a weekend with these guys out there surviving off the land that our creator made for us, God Bless you guys and keep doing what you do!
I lived as a kid in Oyama and picked wild asparagus along the old railroad right-,of-way every spring. Then they sprayed with herbicide one year and there was none left from then on.
I liked this video. It makes me curious if it is possible to craft a crossbow like that with natural materials you get from nature. And I mean all of it, from the strings, the trigger, and the wood.
hey there Greg great video i was thinking about doing the same thing thanks for giving me some ideas about how to do it. please make a video of you hunting with your cross bow looking forward to your next adventure thanks
Wisdom Greg. You have it and that's why I dig your channel.
Nothing better than seeing a Greg Ovens video posted !! Just made my Friday night
Greg is a legend
Yep
I love it Greg, “if you don’t like it, watch it anyway”, priceless
I think it's great Greg that you're helping the community as well.
I have never been a rich man so there have been a lot of times that I wouldn't have money for something I needed, so I would build it. To this day I still build and I am 71 years young. That"s how I became a metal artist. So I love the videos you do on Bushcraft. I consider anyone that can build for their own needs a self made engineer. You are an awesome teacher my friend.
Brilliant job Greg, well done. Amazing 👍👍
I don’t know why Greg isn’t over by 1m subscribers. By far my favourite bush rafter on RUclips.
Cause a lot of people are ignorant
@@MesquiteMan won’t find a more informed bushcrafting Chanel that does real life scenarios than Greg’s. Everyone else does short videos on one thing. Joe robinets good but not as good.
The idea that you're coming so close to that Bullseye. You get a great job building this.
Yay, a new episode of Old Canadian hippy does cool stuff in the woods. Greg is an OG bushcrafter, he was doing this stuff before it was popular.
OG znaczy one great ?
@@adamosantonio1499 og stands for original gangster
@@ryanmiller5535 and sometimes it means just "original"
@@beatnik6806No it doesn’t
Prop's to the True Canadian Outdoorsman, Love watching and learning, keep it up Greg,THANKS EH.
Greg Ovens is pure rock n roll.
Great idea .Love the trigger mechanism .Well done Greg.
The trigger mechanism with its fork was an unexpected touch.🙂
@@jamesellsworth9673 Indeed it was .Very clever idea .
Very happy to see Greg ovens tonight made my day better
You have an Amazing Heart and great attitude. So happy to hear and see there are still good hearted people in this hurtful broken world
I'm not a hunter but, being a machinist gives me an appreciation for fabrication and engineering. This was very interesting to me. Thanks for sharing.
Greg .. you have helped me through my struggles and toughest times in my life . I thank you for that and I will always appreciate you my brother
Had no idea Greg was on Alone AND had no idea Zach Fowler was either let alone both on the same season. Found something new to watch
Not to mention Zach won that season.
What's up with the spammer "Grey_Ovens" trying to capitalize off your channel? Offering free prizes.
@@NChillbilly spoilers!
Your videos are always awesome! Thank you. Not only are they fun to watch,I usually learn something from each video.
The bushcraft inventor Greg Ovens!
Combining my love of the outdoors with medieval weapons ❤️
Greg ever since I found ur channel I'm a big fan!! So cool you're a great man with so much wisdom and knowledge to share.. thank you Greg... jordan from north east Scotland.. ❤
I'm a little late to this party but I'll comment anyway - I was camping in the backwoods of North Central Idaho and there's no internet here. Summer comes late up here and the temperature dropped below freezing most mornings. Anyway Greg, I always learn a lot about trigger mechanisms from you. The deer still haven't lost their winter coat up here and they don't seem to have any fear of humans. They come into camp every morning and evening at the same time - they seem to be coming down to drink from the creek. Then they'll stand and eat or play just a few yards from my fire with their ears turned down - indicates they sense no danger. They just stand there looking at me. One evening, one of them woke me up - she was licking the sidewall of my tent. Gosh knows what she tasted on it - salt maybe. Oh yeah - there's lots of ticks here. I like seeing the deer around because it indicates there's no bears around. Don't you just love being out in the woods and away from all that concrete!
Look at all that wood 🪵 those trees 🌳 are so beautiful.
My Dad knew wild asparagus. We would be cruising down I75 and he would pull over and have me jump out of the car and go pick it!! Sure wish he was still here to do it!!💚
Bloody Good Design Mate!! Nice one!👍 Good trigger system on that! You should publish your trap plans in a book and crossbow ideas!
Hi Greg I love your caring for nature and passion for others its really melts my heart. You are a beautiful soul God Blessed us.
Greg ovens just made first place at the Provincial Science Fair. Great Job Mr. Ovens!!!!!!
Good little fire going,cold brew and Greg and fin with the entertainment!! I couldn't think of a better place to be this evening and doing and watching what I love!!
Another great lesson and video. Thank you Greg Ovens!
Was a fun video to watch. Looking forward to the next one!
This might be the best survival tool you’ve made yet! Awesome awesome work!!
All of you videos are awesome Greg! I’m always excited when I see post a new one. Thank you as always!
That's amazing! You are so crafty! Very inspirational!
nothing like waking up to a new Ovens vid
That's a lot of work, I'm impressed :) I couldn't see it when you picked up the branch but wow, look at it now :)
Gotta remember to like his videos even on a binge lol
Thank you for your video tutorials. We're similar in age and I'm ready to change the trajectory of my life in a major way. I'm studying your vids and learning a great deal. Very much appreciated. Take care, stay safe, God bless.
Living and surviving with bush craft knowledge.Very innovative.
From the wild garden to the crossbow crossover, you had my full attention at every step. Your videos are always interesting. Have a great week Greg. 🐝
❤ I love this idea, Greg. Crossbows are simply the "missing link" between bows and portable firearms that perfectly blend the silence and ease-of-use.
Archaeological studies of bones from the Middle Ages show clear proof of skeletal deformities caused by the uneven muscle development of archers, where the drawing arm was FAR more developed than those of the support arm. Crossbows were not only more convenient and simpler to master, but the fact that you didn't need to physically hold a drawn bow at the ready meant that far fewer people had this skeletal deformity after the advent of the crossbow.
And kudos for the creativity of aspect of this build. It may not be a beautifully hewn and polished yew stock with half a dozen coats high gloss varnish, but she works like dream! Beautiful work
Very fun and insitefull to see.
You are an true bushcraft inventor!
Love your video's ❤
Oh, thats great. Like the trigger. Smart idea.
Fun project Greg! Great watching your handiwork!
Throwing an idea out there, I bought 2 pull knives for pulling bark/level planes and curved planes. I think there is a lot of use in them. Just like having a small wood chisel. Saves energy and time= life saver. Rather not make so many mistakes with just a knife and hatchet, but still doable. Awesome Job! I really enjoy woodwork. More branches in small area of wood= strength (for handles or wooden mallet for example).
Greg's vidoes and a couple of beers are a start to my weekends
Amazing inginuity props man. Lots of patients and determination
You never cease to amaze us mate ..love how you just keep it real and simple you are a true champion to alot of us..thank you mr ovens stay safe brother..
Absolutely one of my favorites :) Love your videos :)
Sick 🔥 , do more of these love your videos
Very cool making a crossbow! Always thought it would be cool to make my own CB!! Keep it coming Greg!
I love the concept Greg. I think if you center the bow down your stock your shot will be more on line instead of to the right so far. I think I'll try to make one with mine. Keep up the great videos.
1:58 that birds all like, "Awe sweet! Greg's talking about plants!"
Great video Greg you brought up a great point when you're hungry and you're tired and you're trying to hunt your focus is not going to be as good but that crossbow that you put together really takes a lot of that guesswork out of hunting with a bow good job
Brilliant video thanks George n England 👍
Just keep doing you Greg. Awesome content…..as usual!!
Thanks for the uploads Greg. Tried your gravity log fire setup. Didn’t work but was a blast trying. I’ll try this next.
I always enjoy your fishing videos, and this is one of my favorite videos so far! I hope you're doing well and you're healthy and happy ❤🎉
Mr. Ovens! Another awesome idea and video. Thanks for all the entertainment you provide us with
Great Video Idea!!! 10/10
Hi Greg from Oroville California! Love your videos.. out on hip replacement and passing the time!
Me and my jack Russell happy have pretty much every one of your videos... watching from Australia 🇦🇺
Perty awesome. Looks like a valuable project to know how to do.
Keep up the good work and God bless.
28:20 perfect focus switch 😀 Man, what a cool build and idea! You always come up with cool stuff. I hope you'll show the crossbow in some real action some time. Stay safe, Greg!
Amazing craftsmanship 😂 fun times ✌️
All his videos are fun to watch. Cool cat even under a Mosquito attack. Hey that rhymes 🤪
Greg and his friends are the kindest and most wholesome guys on RUclips, what great guys and what an adventure it would be to spend a weekend with these guys out there surviving off the land that our creator made for us, God Bless you guys and keep doing what you do!
I lived as a kid in Oyama and picked wild asparagus along the old railroad right-,of-way every spring. Then they sprayed with herbicide one year and there was none left from then on.
They just can't learn the bad effects of that on the environment
Another great video, I’m sure it will be! About to start thank you 🙏 ❤
Awesome work. we haven't see that moose hunt yet!
Awesome,I did something similar with my daughter her bow.
Well done
Right on! Very cool
Thanx G. O. Great video!
Great videos lots of wheels will be turning after this one!
Thanks Greg, great video 👍
Very impressed very impressed and I enjoy watching your videos they are very helpful
Hello! I'm watching your video, have a nice day.❤
Great video my brother!
Stay safe and keep having fun!
Your the man greg!!! Long time fan of the channel!!
Awesome!!! I had the same idea but we can't hunt with a bow lock unless you're handicapped here!!
you certainly should be happy Greg , great video on wood whittling and BBQ chicken
I liked this video. It makes me curious if it is possible to craft a crossbow like that with natural materials you get from nature. And I mean all of it, from the strings, the trigger, and the wood.
Yes you could but it would take a very long time
I have seen it done on RUclips. Making the cordage would be a big challenge. The base resource might not be available.
Greg I think holding it vertically (Normal up and down.) This may improve the drop and maintain the true direction.
I am impressed, truly. Handy and handsome yes indeed.
Love it Greg! Keep it up man! Stay wild
hey there Greg great video i was thinking about doing the same thing thanks for giving me some ideas about how to do it. please make a video of you hunting with your cross bow looking forward to your next adventure thanks
Love your ingenuity. Could save some lives in a near future. Who knows?
I bet you would kick ass on the show “alone”
Hay Greg and Fin, another great video,month a go ,Brothers 55 ,surprised him 1st bow and arrows ,liked Your option,always watching,Tanks “A”!
Love the cross bow my wife and I love watching your videos your truly inspiring… thank you for sharing your adventures
Awesome idea greg.I have my old 55lb compound bow,I’m going to turn it into a cross bow thanks for the idea.😊☮️
I would use that bow vertically, it’s paper tuned that way
You can put more twists in the string to up the poundage. I saw a video where someone did it with a compound bow and got it up to 100lbs.
I like natural looking things 🤩
That is so awesome, you rock man!
I never had a doubt you would figure it out 😉 your problem solving skills are really amazing! Always look forward to your videos
Love what you do Greg ! I'm a frustrated woodsman but in the uk everything's illegal !!!!!! 😐
Interesting video Greg, Nice watching how you turned the bow into a cross bow , Your skills are amazing . Ontario.
That thing is bad ass I would add some crosshairs then move it around until it's accurate
Thats pretty cool greg man
Nice! Thats a great hack Greg!😊