ALONE.. Yup I Tapped, and Why.
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Dude, do you know how many people are making sure their firesteels have lanyards and neon tape on them right now? LOL, even your mistakes help people out! Well done amigo.
lol, true.
true story. first thing after i saw that, i replaced the black paracord with red paracord on my knife and firesteel.
I wish you would have made some primitive fire set instead of tapping, or at least given it a try.. :)
Had not even considered it....but rest assured that by the end of this video my firesteel had neon tape and a lanyard.
Ant Chung :You obviously don't realize just how soaked EVERYTHING IS out there... Making a bow or hand drill set looked to be pretty close to impossible. .. It's easy to talk about it, but when you are there it's a whole different story. ...
Joe I'm a Marine Vet. and if I've learned anything it's that "sh!t will always hit the fan." You can't control it. Not finishing a show doesn't discredit all the Amazing knowledge you've passed on through your videos. I watched most your videos before I realized you were on Alone. I went back and watched it. Man I felt your pain and frustration. But hey now you can get back to making kick ass videos. I'm looking to make a big move to Montana and I've been watching your videos making sure I have the fundamentals before I go out and practice. Keep up the great work. Semper Fi!
thanks buddy :)
Well said and agree totally Tony. I"ve been watching your video's also and had no idea until now you were on the Alone show. Wow. Major respect and admiration for you Joe and your vids and also the kind of dad you are with your little daughter. I raised 3 great kids, mostly alone actually and props to you bro. So Keep up the great work and great videos. Appreciate you a ton !!
JoeRobinetBushcraft you're a great man, ain't your fault that happened it's the show's producers. it's stupid not to have a lanyard on your firesteel. I think ya did an amazing job. good luck
ExtremePilot1 cccfd
Worry pas my friend.. you got on the show which is more than the rest of us could do. I do find it interesting as someone who follows you to see that your firesteel now is welded to your hip. You live and learn and that's how we grow.. hopefully they come up with a show for past competitors like all the other reality shows.. a joy to watch..please keep posting.
Dude, don't beat yourself up over it. You are a badass is the woods. Fuck the haters that are sitting in their house with the thermostat set at 72 degrees thinking they are hard.... BS.
He failed and he failed his family. It's not something that can be forgiven.
You're a moron. Why don't you post some videos showing all your wisdom and expertise.
Wow, because you've never failed at anything in your life? Jackass.
Mark Grudzinski He says he didn't tie a lanyard to the firestater because of regulations but is that really a fair statement? All of the other contestants had theirs so why did he lose his???? It doesn't make sense. The only reasonable conclusion is that he did it on purpose to get out of the contest.
MidwayShooter I turn it down to 68 when I really feel like roughing it....
If you're not failing daily then you're not pushing yourself.
Cheers 🍻
My respect for you and your skills has always been the highest. Your "man-up" attitude only serves to reinforce my positive opinion of you. You make us Canadians proud.
Mark Young Thank you.
Hey man, don't sweat it, no explanation is required. What mattered most is that you had the experience, it has made you a better bushcrafter and survivalist, knowing the importance of prioritizing the securing of your gear is an absolutely crucial lesson and an accident anyone could have made. Don't listen to the keyboard commandos, keep it up!
Joe, I've been watching your videos regularly for several months now and until recently I didn't know you were on "Alone." I don't usually watch it. When I was kid (I'm 65 now) what is now called "Bushcraft" is what we called "camping." If you were going camping you better know how to perform certain tasks or; you were gonna get wet; or go hungry; or not be able to stay/keep/get warm. Times change. I had been out of the woods for a very long time but within the last couple of years I've gone back to them. It's like I've rediscovered them! Your videos, your knowledge, your tips and recommendations have helped me "catch up," if you will, and re introduce a part of my life that I didn't realize exactly how much I missed. Thank you. Don't worry too much about what happened on that show, shit happens. We all do dumb things. I, for one, will continue to watch and learn from your videos.
thanks!
I live on the east coast of Vancouver Island but visit the west coast several times a year and can confirm:
1) The west coast is really wet. It's called a rainforest for a reason.
2) Salal and blackberry bushes are everywhere and make travel through the forest very difficult.
3) Most places the terrain is steep and cut by ravines, especially near the coast. The island was not flattened out by the ice age like most of North America. Backwoods campsites would be really hard to find, and especially hard to find near a stream (and neither 100-200ft above nor in the flash-flood zone).
4) The west coast is damp and cold even in the summer most years.
I found most of these youtube channels starting when I was building a car SNAP kit for the possibility I might get stuck out in that area for a night or two, among other possibilities.
Same here Brian. I had no clue about the show. I have re-discovered long ago buried outdoor woodsman self as a result of watching Joe's videos. The main thing that draws me to Joe is his down to earth demeanor rather than the typical, "I am the baddest ass beast survivalist in the woods." I click right off of those but am somehow mesmerized by Joe's straightforward honesty, love of nature and the outdoors and obvious devotion to his family. And Brian.......... Saepe Expertus, Semper Fidelis, Fratres Aeterni.
Brian Gale bushcraft is completely different to camping bushcraft is purely crafting with nature
For what it's worth, I was pulling for you Joe..live and learn. For all the haters, at least he had the stones to get out there and do it. Love your channel Joe.
Wow. I can't believe guys actually think you should quit your channel, though I guess I really shouldn't be surprised. Haters always gonna hate, that's a fact. Just keep doin what you're doin cuz 99% of us think what you're doin is great.
Agree
UrbanSuburban well said, my friend
Been watching your channel for years now, just discovered alone. I'm sure it must have been difficult at the time, but through your channel you've showed your skills and taught to thousands of people. Love your channel, keep it up!
dude screw all the people that sit on thier ass chewing on a chicken leg giving you crap about a human error. I bet every single one of them wouldnt survive the boat ride to get dropped off. u had the balls to get out there and do it. props man and the real followers will always be here
Oh Joe I watched Alone and I feel so bad for you! It's a hard lesson to learn but we've all done stuff like what happened to you. You inspire me - Friday night I set up the tent in the yard, built a fire, and slept outside for the first time in over 30 years. It was fantastic! I really learn a lot from your videos and I'm glad you're here. I look forward to many more days in the outdoors. What it does for me is better than any other experience in my life, ever. Thank you very much for what you do. :D
+Donna Parker very happy to hear that :)
I so agree, Donna Parker.
You don't owe anyone an apology.
Strength to you my friend, i understand the intensity of emotions out there totally. Take care bro i wish you stuck it out a little longer maybe you would of found the ferrorod eventually, but without it you were in dire trouble as we both know; fire out there was hard enough as it was.. without a ferro? Insanity. Only 1 other viable way i found out there which you could of used only if you had already gotten fire once tho, ill leave it at that.
Respect. Everyone loses gear unexpectedly eventually.
Bushcraft Quebec Outdoors ?
NativeSurvival
Do you think that Joe actually believes that "losing gear" is the reason why he left? Anxiety and panic was the reason plain as day. The fire steel was only a way to rationalize his decision. Nothing to be ashamed of.
Moto Phile he has nothing to be ashamed of, agreed. The multiple layers of reasons is immaterial imo.
NativeSurvival You are right. Can't wait for the new episode tonight. Go BCUSA!
NativeSurvival did you try out the Friction fire out there Mitch..was the conditions applicable for this, where you were? miigwetch niiji
Losing a firesteel does not make you a loser, or inadequate, or mean to say you do not deserve to be there. It makes you human, and ANYONE could have made the same mistake. Could you have stayed longer? Possibly, but returning to your wife and family is more important than testing yourself needlessly, because as you said, you were unlikely to win at that point.
Take this advice from a divorced guy....your family is a greater winnings than any TV network or internet fame can provide. You have already won.
Justin Russell "
Yep, he was way too hard on himself. He didn't have the attitude to win, you start to see who's going to make it as soon as you see them go through abit of struggle.
Doesn't make you a loser...Makes you a fucking piss poor survivalist. Discipline, focus and skill makes a survivalist.
@@sud6646 keyboard warrior
@@mwnciboo you in your basement still
I started watching your bushcraft shows before I watched you on "Alone". My husband and I enjoy your videos and love learning from you. We are inspired to go in the spring and build shelters and start fires with flint. Thank you for your courage and passion. You lost your flint on the show and tapped out, that's ok. Don't let the negative comments get to you. I know its easy to take it personally, especially if you are already beating yourself up. We believe in you. If you believe in yourself, it doesn't matter if you win or loose. You are putting yourself out there, making mistakes in public, that takes a lot of courage. You do have what it takes.
dropped the ball= learning experience. You had an opportunity and seized it, rock on, I'll keep watching.
Hey Joe, Loved the show... and man I was rooting for you brother! I was surprised that you tapped when you did... since I was just thinking, "Joe just cracked the code"... but I completely get what happened. The bottom line is "survival sucks!" No one knows or understands the stresses you faced. No one. Mistakes happen. I am the KING of doing things wrong to learn what is right. And in survival, it's often a moving target. But, I am sure you are a better man for it all. Don't let what happened on the show bum you out. Keep training. Keep the channel going. Keep learning. Keep growing. You are young and seem like a good dude. Whatever you do... Keep moving forward brother! You have my support and blessing bro! Warmest regards, ~David
+Ultimate Survival Tips Thank a lot, David, you are correct, I did learn and am better off for it.
All is well, and I have all the intentions of trying to grow as a person, and as a brand.
Thanks for the awesome comment!
Ultimate Survival Tips you are a very good dude
joe do not feel bad about any of that millions of people would have not even tried for that show what u did was truly inspiring and i think that u are one of the most inspiring people on the internet that isnt an understatement u made me get into bushcraft and thank you
Man you tried which is more than I can say for most people ,I just started watching your channel and love it , my daughter and I watch every new one put out and have learned a lot from you and I'm 45 years old .keep shoveling man and one day you'll find the gold brother!
"To all my haters- thanks for knowing my name" now that's my favorite quote
Absolutely Joe's got class.
"For all my haters, thanks for knowing my name"... best response ever!! Take care. ~Kitty
Epic final quote! "For all my haters...Thanks for knowing my name." HAHA You rock man! I know this is 4 years old, but thank you. Watching this and hearing your experience and what you went through really made me realize how important it is to have contingency plans in place. As well as a lot of practice for different scenarios. You have much more bush craft experience than I do. I guess it's important to remember that even those with alot of time behind the wheel, mistakes can be made. (Also, I've never watched Alone)
learning from your mistakes is the larger part of life bro, well done for sharing
Your awesome my friend ! It was a pleasure watching. Keep on doing what you do,your family and friends are what matters.cheers !
No shame my friend. Just getting out there takes balls of steel in my humble opinion. I also support your decision to pull the plug when you did. Not an easy choice, but YOU were there, WE weren't. I don't agree with anyone that can sit back, and criticize you from the safety of their couch. Like many others, you have my respect. Keep making videos brother, we will be here for you.
Joe-- I have learned so much by watching your channel. Haters are going to hate, even if you had made it to the end, there would be people who would still hate on you. You were as prepared as any person could be, don't be down on yourself. You are awesome!! Survival isn't about having the best or most gear, it's about knowing your limits and working with them. Keep your head held high.
+defender4Jesus :)
You are a stud, and the fact that you are owning up to your mistake, not making excuses, and talking it through with us tells me the type of person you are deep down. You can come bushcraft with me any time!
No judgement here Joe... Lots of people out there not even willing to take the challenge in the first place and nobody will beat you up harder than yourself. Everyone makes mistakes and we all fail at times.
Keep up the great work and the great videos and most importantly, don't lose heart. This is one subscriber who won't be going anywhere.
there is an ancient saying I think is appropriate "Shit happens"
Yup. Even to the best of the best.
Joe, nothing ventured nothing gained. I think you're the best. You tried something, learned from your experience and I'm proud of you.
You asked the question "who thinks they are going to loose their fire steel?" the answer is EVERYONE now that they have learned from you. I guess i am trying to thank you. I hope everyone who watched you unfortunate circumstance learned as much as i did.
Thanks man. Your contribution could mean life for some or many.
I've always heard to "Never judge a man unless you've walked a mile in his shoes. Then, if you still don't like them, keep on walking, you have their shoes!" Well, Vancouver Island stole your shoes, and you were like "well crap" and then you got to ride in an awesome helicopter again.
I'll always be a supporter of you Joe!
Samuel Larson Ditto.
Thumbs up, you are human and humans drop the ball. Like you said, you have a loving family and life is good!
Staying out there a little bit longer and "seeing what you are made of" is a very micro perspective. What speaks louder is how you carry yourself from since that has happened. You're a stud, a father, a husband and one of the most entertaining and likable people on youtube whether camping related or not! That's big picture ;).
I don't take away from your videos that it's all about winning or losing, it's about getting out and enjoying nature. It's about disconnecting ourselves from the modern world of instant internet access and taking in the beauty that surrounds us. I caught your first video less than a week ago and I have been hooked since. Now I have the urge to go out and camp in the woods.
Hell I didn't even know the word "Bushcraft." I feel deep down inside that I am an outdoors man, although I have never camped in the woods. Now I do enjoy hiking and mountain biking and I also have a passion for landscape photography.
Been through the extreme dehydration situation in the back country and the emotional swing it can bring. The most skilled person can easily lose enough of their acumen to make simple, but life threatening mistakes. So, Joe, time to put the lesson to use as a positive in your life, and through your channel, a positive in the lives of the many folks who watch and learn from and with you.
Joe, YOU DON'T OWE ANYBODY ANYTHING. Don't beat yourself up about it. Anyone who criticizes you wouldn't even consider doing this adventure themselves. I've got lots of respect for all ten of you guys for trying this.
I didn't apply when they contacted me. I live in New Brunswick, been a friend of Wayne (Kullcraven) for the past few years and I couldn't/wouldn't consider this adventure... not out in the Pacific North West. It's just too different from what I'm used to.
Don't pay attention to the haters... the Internet is crawling with those cockroaches.
I'm glad to have met you through the ALONE Show, and best of luck to you in the future!
Muskrat Jim Thanks, man!
I've watched a ton of your videos Joe....you may not have won the show but your wealth of knowledge and your skills is all that matters to guys like me...thank you brother
I've been watching your RUclips channel for a few months now and I come on every day to see if you have any new videos. I don't see why anyone could watch your channel and not understand why you had to leave. You could have died. My favourite part about your videos is that you always remind people to be safe and not do anything risky and dumb just for the hell of it. I haven't done much more than provincial park camping because I have 3 young boys so I live vicariously through your channel ... Plz don't stop taking us on your adventures. Keep up the amazing job! You don't have to explain yourself to anyone :)
Good, honest video mate. I know I have tuned in late to this discussion but I would like to offer my opinion. I reckon you made a good call. -- Life happens and it is not always in our favour. A ferro rod is only a few inches long and can disappear on the ground right in front of us. I lost mine when it flew out of my hand and vanished into a bush only two feet away from me. I never found it. We have to adjust and make new decisions based on what is now in front of us. -- My personal opinion is that sticking it out for a few more days would have been a mistake. No fire means no cooked food, no warmth and worst of all no guaranteed safe drinking water. Sticking it out for a few more days could have meant a medical evacuation and some long term physical damage because of bacteria or disease in your system. Alone was just a temporary reality TV Show. You still had a permanent real family that you knew you had to provide for. -- In the military we had whole platoons (about 30 men) change plans and/or alter course because "one of us" had damaged or lost something major or made an error in judgement. It happens and it happens a lot, especially in mentally and physically challenging scenarios like yours and ours. But we always called that person "one of us" because we had all made mistakes, some of them worse. The person who felt the worst was always the poor fella who did it, but the rest of us backed him up. -- With declining energy reserves, the uncertainty of safe drinking water and up against a bunch of guys who could still make fire, you made the right call mate. -- I would be happy with half of the knowledge and skills you have Joe. -- As for you haters, if you aren't preparing to prove YOURSELF on the next season of Alone, then shut the f..k up. Have a nice day, peace and love, lol.
+meddice Thanks a lot, man. I appreciate it.
Total inspiration man. You don't owe an explanation. But it would haunt me for forever not knowing where that thing was landed or fell. But we definitely learned from your experience
I stumbled on the show on Prime last night and was like "Oh hey cool there's Joe"... I felt a pit in my stomach during the scene where you lost the rod. Happens to the best of us. Respect man
I can not beleive anyone would dare question your skill over some show you are a bushcraft inspiration . You my friend are what most men want to be .do not ever regret a thing .you inspire me to keep bush craft in my life
Good for you Joe. Haters gonna hate- screw 'em. Take with you that your lesson may save someones life someday. I know that from now on I will never NOT secure my fire steel when Im out in the bush, and when I do I'll think of you. Good luck!
Thank you for doing this video and for being honest. No one can fault you for what happened. On that note I was very excited to see what you would have done over the time duration you where there. And the most intriguing thing was the gill net. I have never used one or seen how they could be used in our type of outdoor adventures on youtube. Hopefully you'll get a chance to show us on one of your videos someday. Take care -Chris
It's always easier to sit in a sofa saying "I would done this and that, why didn't you?"
The truth is that no one ever know how they will react to things when it turns real.
You went out there by own choice, there are people that wouldn't.
Seen comments about the guy that bailed out when he heard wolfs, mean comnents.
I have no idea how I would react in a situation like that so I avoid to comment.
Not easy to survive with rules.
Still, that was just a tv show.
I'm looking forward to your next video. :-)
Windham Woodcraft Me too. When I read gill net I asked myself what in the world that is. Too bad he said it's illegal to actually use it except for research so we may not see it in action.
JayXX I have something telling me what a gill net is but I am not sure. I hope he will show us aswell. :-)
Windham Woodcraft Gill nets are very easy to deploy and very effective if the size net mesh is correct for the species. They are fashioned to capture adult species of a specific fish (more or less). The fish can swim into (upstream for our purposes) the net which is positioned vertically in the water. They can get their heads through the mesh all the way past the gill plates but not their bodies. Their bodies are larger and will not fit through the net mesh. They try to back out and their gill plates are now on the upstream side of the mesh and the cannot back out as the gill plates block their head from backing out the mesh.
TheAnnoyingThingOutdoors bestbugoutgear.com/survival-gill-net/
Mistakes happen. and when you come out like this, the lesson you learned, is shared. So fewer people make the same. Thank you. You probably saved lives because of this.
Bro you didn't fail, you might have "lost" but you showed that survival situations aren't all sparkles and fun times. You taught us that shit is hard in the bush. And that's a win. You showed a real world situation with real world results. You're awesome man
Honestly fuck those people who say you should quit your channel. Being a good outdoorsman doesn't mean never making mistakes or knowing it all, but you know that. It takes a big person to fully own their mistakes like you have in such a public way, and you have my massive respect for that. In retrospect maybe you wish you stayed longer, but in the moment that was the right decision and thats all that matters. Don't forget that those haters have no idea what it takes physically and emotionally to be out there ALONE in that extreme environment with no food or water, and FILMING it at the same time! I can only begin to try to relate to that. Good for you Joe.
Out of the Closet. Into the Woods. Thanks, man, I appreciate it.
thanks got sharing your experiences so openly. it was a mistake.... any jerk who has anything less than RESPECT for your efforts to even try, should suck it! those of us who know you, are proud of you and we know what kind of woodsman you are! keep posting your vids and showing your stuff.
Joe, Just saw this episode of alone. You didn't let anyone down, man. How many people could even make the cut of this show? Without fire in that environment, not many could survive. I continue to love and enjoy your channel and learn from you. Keep up the GOOD work. Cheers to you and your beautiful family, and yes the dog:)
I LOVE your channel and didn’t even realize you were on ALONE! And I remember that episode. I was SO disappointed for you! Keep on keeping on! I enjoy you and your commentary!! Love ya!!
I wish to comment on Simplemanduke's comment. That comment you made was both spot on and very well put. I couldn't agree more with your entire comment. Those of us who have lived through tough times know you are only as good as your last attempt at anything. A man lives his entire life trying to be the best person they can be. Joe your no different you took the chance to chase your dream. You fell short this time and for your attempt you should be praised not degraded because of a simple mistake. I wish you all the best in the future however I doubt you need luck in your future your work ethic and never say die attitude will carry you through any trials down the road. Peace Brother .
+William Haase Thank you, sir.
Joe...I could only imagine how difficult it was for you to make this video. Anyone that knows anything about wilderness survival should have nothing but the utmost respect for you and your participation. Most guys would not even attempt, let alone, participate in what you did. Things happen. Sometimes we make mental mistakes which cost us dearly like forgetting to secure a piece of crucial gear. I would have done the same thing you did if I lost my fire steel. You're right, in a wet climate how can one procure fire? The elements would have eventually got you without the ability to make fire. Most people don't realize that the number one thing which kills you in the outdoors is hypothermia. I give you a lot of credit for being selected in and participating in this event. You are not a loser...you are a learner! Hold your head up and just ignore the negative comments....they'll go away. Much respect to you Joe.
***** Thanks, man.
I am a life long outdoor adventurer and have lost critical pieces of gear many many times in the wild. I have never been chosen to be a competitor on Alone. You are a better man for making the decision you made. Don't sweat your decision, you have a fantastic youtube channel with over a million subs. Enjoy life and keep on filming !!! When you show the new gear you have , I buy it !
Didn't watch "Alone" yet.
I went to dental school at age 37, because I didn't give up. My dad taught me, "It is Ok to fail, Not OK to not try again.
I just found you U tube videos, I think you are a young man with you priorities and head screwed on correctly. I admire you!
When I first watched your videos on Bushcraft, I didn't know you were on any TV show. Hold your head up high, keep on with your own productions.
You will be just fine!!
Tommy Knox
General Dentist, Big Lake, AK age 73
Living in our yurt. Off grid and enjoying helping people.
JUST LIKE YOU, JOE!!
THANK YOU!
I only just recently subscribed to your channel and noticed that you were on this show (which I had never heard of before now). Anyway, I smashed through all the episodes in 2 days (totally hooked). Was absolutely gutted for you when you lost that fire steel. I actually thought that when the team came for you that they were going to offer you another one and let you continue (sadly they didn't). Just remember that if people are telling you that one mistake justifies having to stop your videos etc that they haven't got a clue about the stuff you do. I'm an ex-Royal Marine and have done a few bits of military survival but only recently have started getting into "civvi" bushcraft/survival. Your videos can help people do that and if you inspire 1 person out of 1000 then it is still worth it regardless of what the rest of them say. Keep up the good work and I look forward to future videos.
Thank you very much :)
I was so impressed that you had no fear of seeing the black bear. The others were crapping their pants over the bears.
You answered at the 2 min. mark what I wondered, which was why you did / could not put some paracord or ?? on it to help hold or at least ID in the beach or dark etc. I think you covered all the bases here man, you did not have to even do this video, but it helps a lot of people understand the process in your head and what you had to deal with, I think you did a nice job here explaining everything. It is easy for some people to criticize anything when they are sitting on their couch with a pizza right? Good job man. I think a lot of us are proud of you and Wayne Russell on the show, doing Canada proud. Mistakes happen, that is why they invented that word LOL. All the best dude.
Joe it was a learning experience, at least you made an attempt .No need to be so hard on yourself, no one was hurt, just an opportunity, and I took it. GOD LOVE YA
Hey Joe! I finally watched the first episodes of the show, which seems to be close to impossible here in Germany. I only have one thing to add to all the positive comments here: you came face to face with a black bear and you did not panic. I would love to see anybody else go out there with only the gear that you had and do the same. Hey, I am even the first one to say that I would never go there myself :)! JJust count yourself lucky that you had this experience and that you are now safe and sound back with your family. Good luck with everything and I will be waiting for your new bushcraft/hiking/canoeing videos :).
+Lai Ynna Thanks.
Its easy to talk trash from behind a keyboard after you've watched someone else's suffer-fest from your couch. Good job getting out there and doing it man!
I just started watching your channel and I am addicted.
Then I found out you were on alone and the guy that lost the firestick. Dude anyone that goes on that show is bad ass in my mind. Mad props and respect.
Really honest video, I respect that.
+Edvin Rapp thank you.
Winnie little city boy I watched that lmao then and still laughing
I had a car camping situation where I had every resource possible, chainsaw, gas, blow torch, dry newspaper. It was a real bitch lighting a fire if it's been raining for a week, and is currently raining. I understand your choice. I like your videos keep em coming.
Dude... you still did it! A lot more then anyone else could say.
Bad luck, and luck is allways the most important factor.
After all, your vids are among the best of their sort on YTube.
+mullettom54 thank you.
From the beginning and what little I saw of where they dumped you guys I don't see that this was a true test of your knowledge of bushcraft and survival. First off, you would never in your life go to a place like that unprepared. ie you had no lanyard for your fire steel and no other possible source of a spark. So I think they picked a place that was way out of line for the test. I believe it would have been better for the show and the participants if they had picked the kind of area where you might find yourself in a drier climate so your whole existence did not rely on one piece of gear. The show would have been much better to watch and the viewers would have been able to learn something about survival if you were in a place that was more survivable. They may as well have dropped you off in the Sahara desert or dumped you in the ocean.
mobiltec I agree. And although i like the show, I would like it better if it was produced differently. I abhor almost all tv for the same reasons I have a beef with the way the show is produced. Frankly, I don't want to see a dramatic production with the dramatic fast cuts and dramatic music. This is why I hate reality shows that I otherwise would love, like Swamp People, etc. I just want to see the straight up skills. Nor do I care for the family segments and whatnot. Think of how the Ray Mears series were produced...that is chock full of all skill, and I know that was s a different show, but it didn't have the bs pop production values I hate. Maybe thats just me, but that's my two cents.
NewHampshire Bound I agree with you 100%. What these producers are looking for is drama, not reality. The conditions that these 10 guys were dropped in are ridiculous and pretty much not survivable without a lot of equipment. No one in their right mind would end up there in the first place. We don't need TV shows. We have Joe's and many other quality videos to watch on bush craft and survival techniques.
mobiltec But you have to consider....you never get to pick your nightmares. I think he did the right thing under the circumstances.
mobiltec well they don't want the show to go on forever so it has to be a challenge that few people could complete.
Offtrail Bound At least one person mentioned that they were thinking they had to be ready for the year, and anyone going into this should have been ready for a year. So time of year didn't really matter in the beginning.
If they had dropped them off when there was less rain and before bear feeding season then we would have seen more skill-testing and people drop out due to not being able to cope with being alone.
They started them in perhaps the worst time of year for inexperienced people.
Hey Joe, those of us that have put our asses on the line like you did, have major respect for you! Most people are all talk and full of !@% from behind their keyboards, let alone having any knowledge to teach anybody. You're not one of them so keep moving on and congrats bro! God bless!
Don't let it get you down, we all make mistakes. Your channel rocks!
Hi Joe, I know this was awhile ago but I've recently joined your channel and thanks to you I discovered the awesome show Alone. I just saw what happened and I want to tell you that I have nothing but respect for what you did. 99.9 of the people commenting on RUclips would never have the guts to go out there so please don't listen to them.
People seriously underestimate how much of an effect exhaustion, hunger, dehydration and stress can have on you. I may not have been put in a survival situation, but I have suffered from severe exhaustion and stress before so I can only imagine what that must be like with hunger, dehydration and isolation added to the mix. When you're going through those things you make mistakes you wouldn't normally make.
Keep up the good work.
Just watched the show, first six episodes anyway. More tomorrow.
Gutted for you mate, tough one to live with but you're strong, you'll get over it.
Thanks for making this video. ATB from Scotland Joe.
Thanks for the breakdown and being straight up about the whole situation. Anyone who judges your performance based on that show obviously has no idea the time/effort it takes to film and do the basic survival tasks such as shelter building, wood procurement, etc. Without your firestarter, you were SOL. Period.
Hi Joe, don't worry about the haters. Most people don't realize how hard it would be to survive in the wilderness with just the basics. I really enjoy watching your vids.
Discretion is the better part of valor and it takes wisdom, responsibility and maturity. I just recently found your RUclips channel and it is the best of the best.I have learned so much and your personality and filming techniques are so engaging!!
Don't be your own worst enemy, man! You have lost not a single ounce of respect from those who matter. We've never met, but if you and I were in the backcountry I'd put my complete faith in your abilities and I'd sleep better knowing you had my back.
IHatchetJack Thanks, man, always good to hear from you.
You are a legend in my eyes Joe ...for no other reason that you filmed walking shots on the history channel #likeabaws ~Peace~
Zed Outdoors haha, thanks, man.
Zed Outdoors Ah, gotta love the shots to and fro. Ha
Hey man, I found your videos last week and can't get enough of them ever since. I had no idea you went on a show! You have been such an inspiration for my wife and I. We've be accumulating gear and are preparing to hit the bush once weather improves. Thanks for all that you do. Lifelong fan here. Thanks brother.
We all have our day, I have had many, YOU WILL HAVE MORE, move on and LIVE YOUR DREAM. KEEP DOING YOUR SHOW, THANK YOU JOE.
Lol! " To all the haters; thanks for knowing me name!"
P.S., I'm a new sub because I liked what I saw in your spirit and skills. Greetings from Pittsburgh, PA. Laura
Lellobeetle I am a big, big fan ( 6'5" and 296# )too. When I first came across Joe I thought "Kinda Hard " I didn't know his story. But I saw the skill he had andkeept watching. What excites me is watching his daughter learn from her daddyfor the next 10 years or so. Mitch is doing the same with his daughter .
Man, you did the best you could. Well done. Don't worry about haters, they hate because that's all they've got left to do in their miserable life's. Keep doing what you're doing. It is your life, no-one elses. Do what you like and be proud of it. You do not need anybody's approval.
Mr. Robinet I don’t hate you. I love your videos as they are fascinating to me. Please keep on don’t let the bad guys win.
at least u had the balls to try Joe f@#$ the haters nice job
I know this videos kind of old, but I just want to say, I was pulling for you bud. And as far as the naysayers go..... I'd like to see them give it half the go you did. Keep it up bud. I enjoy your videos!
I know this is a late reply but don't beat yourself up, just like you said it is what it is and you have your wonderful family. I am glad you kept making videos as they are great!
I just binge watched season 1. Respect for each one. This is not show like before where people land get shelter and food and by evening sitting in sunset like a holiday. This was in your face reality of raw nature.
Those who left immediately due to fear of wolves etc. also command respect. This is a show and you would not be committed like you would in real survival situation. If you die on show how would it look? Who would be so crazy for money to put his life on line?
So I loved the show for such a realistic show. Even the rescue teams are far away. Though they shuld be closer for safety reasons.
Respects Mr. Joe no need to feel guilty at all. This was not easy to go show. You really did it. Don't short sell yourself.
Yes you have a wonderful wife, and little girl. What happened on Alone doesn't define you. But it sure is fun to tease you about it.
Don't worry about the negative comments. People are always going to criticize you for anything. Even if you had won the competition, people would probably tell you how they could have done better.
I've been watching your channel for a bit. You're hilarious. I just recently saw "alone" and was like haha it's Joe. Moral of story: get pants with pockets? I thought you were the end all be all of Bushcraft. That show showed me how much more skilled guys there are out there.
Joe, you're an inspiration man, keep doing what you're doing!You have so many die hard fans that will love you and your channel no matter what!
+MT MORRIS AUTO SALES INC Thanks, buddy!
Joe, I saw the show. I did not know of you at that time. You are obviously skilled in Bushcraft. It is a brave decision to make this video. I thank you for that, I would too, or at least want to, to explain. TV editing can make a huge difference in how your skills are portrayed. I felt so bad for you watching the show. In fact I felt at the time, all the early tap outs had nothing to be ashamed of at all. The bush is just hard, especially under gear restrictions and unknown drop points for a
+kc329191 Thanks, man.
Yesterday I see the show. I say ey that is Joe. So I sleep like midnight seeing the episode. I felt what your described, the combination of the "mistake" and the mental factor do the rest. The edition of the program it's what it is and maybe don't show enough from your work in than place. Well Joe you do your best and you are a ordinary man like us and than kind of things happened. You are not a company just a man. And that is precisely why I follow your channel. I don't like gi Joe channels or rambos mode. Just ordinary people doing is best. Greetings from Buenos Aires I once again excuse me for my bad English. Keep strong.
+Pedro Bonifacios Palacios Thank you very much:)
I have been watching your Bushcraft videos since 2016 and would often use them for teaching English in the summer to the Austrian children who hated being inside. I just watched Season 6 of Alone on Netflix and then found the first and second seasons on Amazon Prime. I was dying when I saw you on Alone and bummed when you tapped but your bushcraft skills, videos have always spoken for themselves. Love your content, had no idea you were famous!
we who are trying to learn this is an awsome example, you have ALWAYS got to be on your game because nature takes no prisoners, thank
you for your integrety
I'm sure you've relived that scenario a thousand times since coming home Joe. That takes a big man to be so candid about your own failings and weaknesses. We all have them and NONE OF US can say how we'd react given the same set of circumstances. Like the decision came out of a vacuum or something!? Like I said, that was a crappy LZ they gave you and Mitch (I think they wanted to test you two in particular for your skill sets) and the huge mental game that would have been. I could so relate when my ONLY hope for making a fire was lost in that situation. The haters need to get a life . . . desperately.
lots of respect man, your videos are awesome,
thanks :)
Hey Joe, saw you before the show during and after. We always look back nothing wrong with that why if I had a dollar for every time I looked back...whats important is learning to respect the land and what it teaches all of us. I was out last night in my tent. My fire was raging one minute then just died down to embers, before I got my tent set up. Then the rain came...I respect mother nature she is a great teacher and doesn't have to say a word. You don't owe us any explanations, Joe. Be at peace with who you are brother be at peace. I still enjoy watching your videos. Thank you Jim
We've all been there one time or another.
The lessons you learned that day are a stark reminder to us all and for that we should be grateful to you.
We only learn by our mistakes and yours might well save someone's life in years to come.
I'll never take my fire steel, knife and axe for granted from now on, as I will always think of that scenario and what it could actually mean if my life depended on it!
Thank you for having the courage to try and the balls to say "I screwed up".