Hey bud really enjoyed the video. Really liked over the fire set up. Need to find me one of those saws lol. Also in East Texas, gave me some great ideas.
Good set up. I would have to loose those funky tent stakes. Get a dozen anodized aluminum stakes off amazon for 10 bucks. Lighter, less volume, easier to install and will not break.
Great trip. I carry everytime in Central Florida also....we have the same dangers here with the addition of alligators lol. However if I were to stay overnight in a tarp like this I would run the real risk of waking up with a rattlesnake curled up next to me. We either need to be elevated or in enclosed tents....
We have alligators in texas too. Just a lot of people don’t pay attention to them .. even in bigger cities.. but they tend to like not being around people… although I saw like a 5 to 6ft one in a park in Arlington onetime right close to the bank of the trinity in a park onetime.. but like how turtles zoom off when you get close, so do they…. It’s mountain lions bobcats coyotes and meth heads you gotta watch out for
Awesome video! I’m from Texas and I’ve been looking to get into some primitive camping I’m in the Dallas area do you k ow of any areas near me you’d recommend? And also what are a few tips you would give someone just starting out?
Hi! Just a question. Would you be willing to visit a campsite heard toward first time "primitive campers" or "campers" in general? I'm also in the Dallas area and I own some land. Due to my love of camping and boredom of being laid off and coronavirus - I have some ideas lol. I would also try hipcamp or airbnb for primitive camping spots. I would recommend using that type of service for starting out. That way you can control what you are comfortable with (running water, fire pit, and ect). There are also national forests around east Texas where you can do dispersed camping. Not sure if there are regulations due to covid19
The Lyndon B Johnson National Grasslands are pretty close to Dallas. I've never been there but they might allow dispersed camping which would be really cool. Colorado Bend State Park is a three hour drive from Dallas, which would be a nice place to camp. Some tips might be, always bring plenty of water, rain gear and warm clothes. Cleverhiker.com has some reallt good tutorials, especially for buying gear.
quick question so i can get fire wood if im dispersed camping but only if the tree is dead and fallen down ? a little confused on that because it says getting fire wood is prohibited
enjoying the video, friend. i'm from east texas too, the lufkin area to be exact. davy crockett is the closest forest i believe. could you fill me in on how you went about getting the permission to camp like this at sam houston? it seems that most of these parks have general "camping" areas equipped with bbq pits and tables. the quarters are close, and most people are there to party. i want to avoid that, but have yet to see any real avenue other than knowing some land owners.
"Can I have a campfire? Please use existing sites and fire rings. Wood permits are not needed for usage on the forest. If wood is transported home for personal use, pick up a permit at the nearest District Office. The National Forest has wildfires each year. Many of these are caused by human activity, typically escaped campfires from dispersed campers. Campfires are allowed when you are dispersed camping unless there are fire restrictions in effect due to high fire danger conditions. It is your responsibility to know if fire restrictions are in effect before you go camping. You can learn about any fire restrictions by contacting the nearest Forest Service office." from the national forest website
That axe looks a bit big for a night camping. What do you think? Was it really worth it to bring it or so you think a smaller axe would be just a good?
At this spot, i was not very far from a road, just a few hundred yards. I have never been back to this site, but my usual spots are at least half a mile from any man made roads or structures.
Cool video. I’ve been wanting to do a solo trip to the SH forest. I see that you open carry and that’s the only thing I don’t have, Protection just in case
Leonardo Ojeda generally in the national forest systems you can camp and build a fire anywhere. Except certain areas where camping and hunting are prohibited. You cannot cut down standing or live trees. Foraging for edibles is only allowed with a permit, which I want to get. You can build shelters with downed wood but you cannot leave any structure for more than 72 hours. At least that's my knowledge on all that don't quote me to the us forest service lol
Hey man I had another question, how did you handle the bugs? The ants, spiders etc that crawl inside the tent? I did spend a few nights here at the Camp Trailhead #6 or #9 I forgot but it has a walk in came site right next to the water after a .7 mile hike into the woods
Hey man can you give me the location of this spot? I want to check it out. I'm in Pasadena, texas looking to start doing camping like this. Is there a forum for such things?
This is in the Sam Houston National Forest. There are a few National Forests to choose from in east Texas. The Davy Crockett, Angelina and Sabine national forests should all be pretty close to you. I dont really know of any forums though.
@@theworldlywoodsman994 thanks for the heads up man. Do you remember exactly where you stayed at? I wouldn't mind going and camping there myself seemed peaceful. Or even if you could give me some tips on how you found this spot in the first place would be much appreciated! If you can do you mind emailing me ? as713992693297@gmail.com
yeah, there are a lot of prohibitions, but from what i read, in the national forests of texas, you can build fires and camp anywhere, after deer season is over. you cant leave any structures built past 72 hours though. Also, leave no trace.
You cannot in our state parks either, however he is in a national forest where you can camp anywhere you please as long as there is no burn ban, nor hunting season.
Do You have ANY IDEA how Many SASQUATCH Are in those woods? I just got back from there.. We Heard them Screaming & Vocalizing, They would Actually MIMIC The sounds we Were making Except At A TREMENDOUS VOLUME that No Human Can Replicate.. Last yr We Saw their RED EYES UP In a Tree In front of us, Which was AMAZING!! They Are the Most Curious Of beings.. I'm willing to bet they Made a Few circles around Your tent, Whether you Knew it or not... Just though you should know!
I actually don't know. I just grabbed gear that i felt like using that weekend and didn't weigh it. I'm sure it was quite heavy. However, I didn't travel very far. I'll be sure to weigh my pack next time.
Hey! I was walking through Sam Houston National Forest for the past two days, but I could never find an area as flat as that. I've only found areas filled with thick, impassable brush. Do you know which trailhead you started from?
@@dylanm.9859 no problem, I live closer to the east side, however, the west side is very nice. Yeah, sometimes you just have to explore around until you find a nice spot.
@@dylanm.9859 no i dont spend much time over there but it looks like there is a pond with some open ground about a mile due north of TH1 that looks pretty promising.
East Texas - aka easy mode. You can sleep without any shelter for 9 months of the year, and water is plentiful. Try south or west texas if you want to be anything other than a joke.
No commentary vids like this are the best
From Houston and love to hike and camp in the Sam Houston National Forest. Love east Texas, i think its a slice of heaven.
Hey bud really enjoyed the video. Really liked over the fire set up. Need to find me one of those saws lol. Also in East Texas, gave me some great ideas.
You have great skills, thank you for sharing even if I'm a few years late.
Hey Jr, it’s Bart Cami an Liam said they love your skills at putting a tent up that you inspire them and they said they love you
I neeed this area cuz I want to start Bushcraft camping and this looks like the perfect area
Good set up. I would have to loose those funky tent stakes. Get a dozen anodized aluminum stakes off amazon for 10 bucks. Lighter, less volume, easier to install and will not break.
i agree plus they would look cooler haha
@@theworldlywoodsman994 rule #1 look cool 😎
Looked like a great trip. Hope to see you soon in the forest again.
A great video! I think you have many wishlists on bushcraft. All those wishes are unfolded in this video. I hope to do that myself pretty soon!^^
So you went camping… good for you buddy.
Yes, liked your video! I have that bad ass trap, that knife cool as well. And what axe is that? Thanks
Thanks! The axe is a 19” husqvarna wooden “carpenter’s” axe. It was relatively inexpensive.
looking good man! great filming, and nice scenery, looking forward to more :) cheers! subscribed :)
OwlCabin thanks for the kind words! I'll definitely be posting more soon
Enjoyed the video, what pack are u using and how many liters? Thank you!
Thanks! the pack is a hidden woodsmen deep woods ruck and the capacity is 50 L.
Great trip. I carry everytime in Central Florida also....we have the same dangers here with the addition of alligators lol. However if I were to stay overnight in a tarp like this I would run the real risk of waking up with a rattlesnake curled up next to me. We either need to be elevated or in enclosed tents....
FloridaBoy Survival that was definitely something I thought about lol
We got gators in east Texas too lmao
We have alligators in texas too. Just a lot of people don’t pay attention to them .. even in bigger cities.. but they tend to like not being around people… although I saw like a 5 to 6ft one in a park in Arlington onetime right close to the bank of the trinity in a park onetime.. but like how turtles zoom off when you get close, so do they…. It’s mountain lions bobcats coyotes and meth heads you gotta watch out for
Great video, well done! I’ve thought about one of those saws but they just seem to make a weird hollow metal sound.
I have a mi I tent with screens, keeps bugs out. Also mini gas stove, I'm tired after long hike. the less work , the better.
Awesome video! I’m from Texas and I’ve been looking to get into some primitive camping I’m in the Dallas area do you k ow of any areas near me you’d recommend? And also what are a few tips you would give someone just starting out?
Hi! Just a question. Would you be willing to visit a campsite heard toward first time "primitive campers" or "campers" in general? I'm also in the Dallas area and I own some land. Due to my love of camping and boredom of being laid off and coronavirus - I have some ideas lol.
I would also try hipcamp or airbnb for primitive camping spots. I would recommend using that type of service for starting out. That way you can control what you are comfortable with (running water, fire pit, and ect). There are also national forests around east Texas where you can do dispersed camping. Not sure if there are regulations due to covid19
The Lyndon B Johnson National Grasslands are pretty close to Dallas. I've never been there but they might allow dispersed camping which would be really cool. Colorado Bend State Park is a three hour drive from Dallas, which would be a nice place to camp. Some tips might be, always bring plenty of water, rain gear and warm clothes. Cleverhiker.com has some reallt good tutorials, especially for buying gear.
The Worldly Woodsman great ill definitely look into to that thank you
East texas was surprisingly cool during this drought the rest of texas seems to have. Bringing warm clothes are a must
quick question so i can get fire wood if im dispersed camping but only if the tree is dead and fallen down ?
a little confused on that because it says getting fire wood is prohibited
Yeah my understanding is that, If it’s dead and down, it’s fair game. Definitely can’t cut any trees down, even if they’re dead.
Well done
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enjoying the video, friend. i'm from east texas too, the lufkin area to be exact. davy crockett is the closest forest i believe. could you fill me in on how you went about getting the permission to camp like this at sam houston? it seems that most of these parks have general "camping" areas equipped with bbq pits and tables. the quarters are close, and most people are there to party. i want to avoid that, but have yet to see any real avenue other than knowing some land owners.
you can camp anywhere in the national forests, so long as its not deer season!
www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/fishlake/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5121831
during deer season you would need to stay at a designated campsite, which there are many hunter camps, developed campgrounds or hiker campgrounds.
@@theworldlywoodsman994 shows how much I know! I really appreciate the info :)
Zachary Thomason no problem, they don’t make finding the rules easy.
Great video, I'm going to be heading up to Sam soon to do some scouting. Might want to read the rules though, can't cut anything off the tree's.
As i understand, you can harvest wood for use that is dead and down.
"Can I have a campfire?
Please use existing sites and fire rings. Wood permits are not needed for usage on the forest. If wood is transported home for personal use, pick up a permit at the nearest District Office.
The National Forest has wildfires each year. Many of these are caused by human activity, typically escaped campfires from dispersed campers. Campfires are allowed when you are dispersed camping unless there are fire restrictions in effect due to high fire danger conditions. It is your responsibility to know if fire restrictions are in effect before you go camping. You can learn about any fire restrictions by contacting the nearest Forest Service office." from the national forest website
Top solo mucker
I live down close to beaumont. Would love to go out there for some real woods!
thats the great thing about east texas, there are a lot of national forests to go to.
That axe looks a bit big for a night camping. What do you think? Was it really worth it to bring it or so you think a smaller axe would be just a good?
A smaller axe would definitely be just as good. I have a hatchet but I like the way this axe looks better. lol
What book were you reading?
It was 'Bushcraft: Outdoor Skills and Wilderness Survival' by Mors Kochanski
How far did you out to be more secluded. I am considering camping, but, I am particular about being left alone.
At this spot, i was not very far from a road, just a few hundred yards. I have never been back to this site, but my usual spots are at least half a mile from any man made roads or structures.
I can tell by your mag plate you shoot idpa or uspsa ..
Sotallytober haha! I wish I did, I just keep em numbered so if I have problems with one, I know which one to throw in the back of the closet.
Cool video. I’ve been wanting to do a solo trip to the SH forest. I see that you open carry and that’s the only thing I don’t have, Protection just in case
Leonardo Ojeda thanks! I spend a lot of time there since it's close to my home. I carry everyday so it only makes sense to carry in the woods as well.
The Worldly Woodsman I always wondered if bushcraft camping was allowed. Gathering food or building a shelter
The Worldly Woodsman food and wood I meant
Leonardo Ojeda generally in the national forest systems you can camp and build a fire anywhere. Except certain areas where camping and hunting are prohibited. You cannot cut down standing or live trees. Foraging for edibles is only allowed with a permit, which I want to get. You can build shelters with downed wood but you cannot leave any structure for more than 72 hours. At least that's my knowledge on all that don't quote me to the us forest service lol
Leonardo Ojeda oh! Also, you have to camp in designated camps during deer archery and general season. And no fires during burn bans of course
Also, where are you getting your water from? Is the boiling of water you're doing to kill/cure it?
I brought enough water with me but sometimes I'll boil river water, or use a water filter like the katadyn pro or the sawyer mini.
Hey man I had another question, how did you handle the bugs? The ants, spiders etc that crawl inside the tent? I did spend a few nights here at the Camp Trailhead #6 or #9 I forgot but it has a walk in came site right next to the water after a .7 mile hike into the woods
Hey man can you give me the location of this spot? I want to check it out. I'm in Pasadena, texas looking to start doing camping like this. Is there a forum for such things?
This is in the Sam Houston National Forest. There are a few National Forests to choose from in east Texas. The Davy Crockett, Angelina and Sabine national forests should all be pretty close to you. I dont really know of any forums though.
@@theworldlywoodsman994 thanks for the heads up man. Do you remember exactly where you stayed at? I wouldn't mind going and camping there myself seemed peaceful. Or even if you could give me some tips on how you found this spot in the first place would be much appreciated! If you can do you mind emailing me ? as713992693297@gmail.com
What’s your backpack you use
that one there is the hidden woodsman deep woods ruck brother
Mosquitos??
I think it was too cold for mosquitos that night
As a houstonian I can tell by the fact he's not chugging water in that long sleeve, he's doing this in winter when the skeeter are few
Where did you get that tarp?
www.amazon.com/Aqua-Quest-Defender-Tarp-Waterproof/dp/B07VBJH5HV/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=294TRR444U94I&keywords=aquaquest+tarps+10x10&qid=1703859666&sprefix=aquaqueat+%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc
I got it from Amazon, it’s an aqua quest 10x10
Was this at Little Lake Creek?
No, this was on the east side near 59
I hate legality question but are you allowed to bushcraft there? In North Carolina, all the state parks almost explicitly say no bushcrafting.
yeah, there are a lot of prohibitions, but from what i read, in the national forests of texas, you can build fires and camp anywhere, after deer season is over. you cant leave any structures built past 72 hours though. Also, leave no trace.
@@theworldlywoodsman994 i mean the leave no trace is kind of a given.
@@dustinropp Yeah for sure, you also cant cut down any standing trees, you have to use dead fall.
You cannot in our state parks either, however he is in a national forest where you can camp anywhere you please as long as there is no burn ban, nor hunting season.
Do You have ANY IDEA how Many SASQUATCH Are in those woods? I just got back from there.. We Heard them Screaming & Vocalizing, They would Actually MIMIC The sounds we Were making Except At A TREMENDOUS VOLUME that No Human Can Replicate.. Last yr We Saw their RED EYES UP In a Tree In front of us, Which was AMAZING!! They Are the Most Curious Of beings.. I'm willing to bet they Made a Few circles around Your tent, Whether you Knew it or not... Just though you should know!
May I ask what your pack weight is?
I actually don't know. I just grabbed gear that i felt like using that weekend and didn't weigh it. I'm sure it was quite heavy. However, I didn't travel very far. I'll be sure to weigh my pack next time.
Hey! I was walking through Sam Houston National Forest for the past two days, but I could never find an area as flat as that. I've only found areas filled with thick, impassable brush. Do you know which trailhead you started from?
If I remember correctly, this was East of trail head #14 off of Red Rd
@@theworldlywoodsman994 thank you so much for responding. I guess I was really off, as I've been walking off trailhead #1 for awhile now
@@dylanm.9859 no problem, I live closer to the east side, however, the west side is very nice. Yeah, sometimes you just have to explore around until you find a nice spot.
@@theworldlywoodsman994 have you found nice spots for bushcrafting up in the northwestern part where I was?
@@dylanm.9859 no i dont spend much time over there but it looks like there is a pond with some open ground about a mile due north of TH1 that looks pretty promising.
Do you like to smoke weed or drink alcohol when doing these activities?
Nice try fed boi
East Texas - aka easy mode. You can sleep without any shelter for 9 months of the year, and water is plentiful. Try south or west texas if you want to be anything other than a joke.
Do it then😐
@@xxsky6584 I have.