Anyone out there who have never used a Nalgene Oasis canteen let me enlighten you on it. I have used one for over 10 years and it has never failed me. I have kept water in it for weeks at a time and it’s never has a plastic flavor. They are definitely worth getting.

Water purification tablets should be in your Water Canteen Kit.

I have weakness in my hands because of herniated spinal discs in my neck. I have tried and failed to make tight ridgelines with knots and this seems like something I can actually do. Thanks ❤

Another awesome video Paul. Thanks for sharing brother 👍

A good basic kit system, well explained , especially for the beginner. Can I humbly suggest that you can improve the kit by adding a few feet of duct tape to the body of your Bic lighter. A small ferrocerium rod wouldn't take up much additional room either. I would add a small spoon or spork to your kit too, plenty of room in that pouch for one, especially if you are going above the tree line and wouldn't have the wherewithal to carve a replacement spoon. A small survival whistle (ACR or ACME/HUDSONS) dangling on the outside , on a short lanyard would be a added safety factor too. I like your common sense approach to this subject.

Just buy the canteen kit form Self-reliance outfitters, comes with bag, cup and lid, ferro rod, fire starters and a spork. All good quality ready to go.

Thanks Paul. Welcome back !

Nice video. Military surplus is a great option. Plentiful, practically bulletproof, and usually affordable. Huntsman SAK (red) is my EDC. I find I use it almost every day. I'm surprised how much I use the scissors and toothpick.

Man that amazon link that you posted has expensive backpacks.

add a few packets of electrolyte drink powders or COFFEE to complete the kit

Glad to see you back Paul. Thanks for sharing.

Great to see you Brother. I haven't come across one of those canteen cover yet I've got old school ones and couple new but they have a flap under the y strap that doesn't fit right over the canteen.

My first canteens i got my Dads WW 2 USGI stainiess steel canteen & cup & a pathfinder stove for the USGI stove, then i got a British Army pattern 1958 canteen BCB cruader cup & stove lit now i carry both.

Glad you’re back. Great video. We should collaborate

Thru-hikers carry plastic Smart Water bottles all the way from Georgia to Maine. They only carry one 750ml titanium pot for boiling water. I bet the “Bushcraft God’s” hate that!😂😂😂

Presentation is way too slow.

Simple and concise. Thanks.

I really like it! I have something similar. I may have to do a video on it 🤔

Bic is a ferro rod. That's what makes it spark. I carry no less than 2. And usually a Zippo. I have this attached to a crossbody bag for walking my dog. Sometimes we go farther than I realize; mostly out of service.

Good video Paul, thanks for sharing, YAH bless !

I like iron infidel

I would make the suggestion that you substitute a 111mm SAK. Locking blade and a much bigger saw. 4 layer version as that gets you scissors as well.

I agree that this kit will make a few days manageable for most people. However my experience with these Chinese poncho's is that they don't easily fit over my head, I have to stretch the material a little bit. So after putting one on two or three times the head opening teares. All this to say that if you buy one, try it, to see if it fits. As for ignition I always carry a fire steel on my keychain as a backup, and a fresnel lens in my wallet.

Where is the scout pack made?

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Hey Paul good video. Are you Asian American? I just noticed your eyes and hair color. It's also common among Native Americans and Hispanic people. Love watching your videos. Keep up the good work.

Great info, bro! I hear about unfortunate stuff like this happening pretty frequently. I'm probably guilty of not planning as well as I could sometimes. Thanks for the reminder. Headed to the Pathfinder basic class very soon. Any advice for me? Thanks, man!

Good video, thanks for the post.

I can’t wait for the aliens

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Good video Paul , thanks for sharing, YAH bless !

I agree with all your ppints, however you did miss a big one. Any time you go on a hike, go on a road trip, go camping, etc, you need to have communicated that with someone. You need to tell a friend or your wife or whoever where you will be, what routes you are going to take, and what times you will be there. "If you dont hear from me by x time on y day, call for a search." Its up to you to make sure you can spend a day or two inconviently camping but if you simply cannot get out of that area and back to safety, having someone call help for you is mandatory. Things like a garmin can be super helpful, but having someone at home keeping an eye out for you is significantly more important.

I have hiked several trails and canyons in Utah and northern AZ. Including the grand canyon 4 times in High school. Water is key in that region. Cell service is 0 when you get close to the reservation and into the canyons. A sat phone or gps locator is a must in that part of the country

PPPPP-PP, Am'I'Right? AARs aren't for pointing fingers; Instead, they're for letting the blood, already lost, pay for future difficulties.

Good to see you back Paul!!

where can I find the Fanny pack??

The one Military Surplus Pouch i have been using for years is the old USGI M-3 Medical bag, has a shoulder strip 3 zippered pocket , now it will go in your backpack. ,they are small you can get like 4 or more of them in a FILBE Assult Pack. 1 big pouch 2 small pouchs, i have used 1 has a scout bag and a small get home bag , thankyou for the video ,

Uncle Sugar ain't paying for this stuff,take care of it,and it will take care of you...

Nice pouch, good vid. Thanks.

When I lucked into getting the FILBE assault pack I looked everywhere for this pouch. It was very expensive to import so I went with an off eagle brand. I’m so happy I did! I love the compartmented storage space and Velcro sides which this issued pouch doesn’t provide. My only gripe is the colour which mine is more of a green.

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Good pouch Paul , thanks for sharing YAH bless !

That pack locks great. I love my 5.11 gear, i have the rush 12, 24 and 72. What i ist the most is the 12, perfect size for me. I only addes two pouches an the sides, both tasmanian tiger tac pouches nr 7 and a foxhound patch. I dont like to put gear on the outside of my pack, it flaps around, makes noise and everybody sees what i have. Especially a knife should be on your belt, not you pack. One exeption, my axe, it just dosent have room enough in the pack. On short tours i prefer my tasmanian tiger essentials pack mk 1 and 2. Nothing added. Yeah, 6 or 9 litres are not much and you really have to think about, what you want in these bags. In comperision, 5.11 seems a bit studiert, tt a bit lighter, both never failed me. You can combine pieces of both of those companies without problems. The molle fits and the colours have only minor differences. I mean, black is just black, khaki is khaki and so on, but i havent checked all their colours. Sorry bout my english, greetings from Germany, Phil P.s. i left you a like and subscribe. Nice Channel so far. Keep up that good work.

Everything i bought i have good experience with, DO NOT USE A DEBIT CARD OR THEY WILL GET YOU FOR FRAUD. other than that it is cheap half way decent items. 😊

Glad to see you back!

I absolutely love my Savotta Jääkäri M. In my opinion one of the best militarypacks on these days.

Nice pack and shelter kit!

Hey Paul great to see another video from you I always enjoy your thoughts on gear I think the packs great but its hard for me to find one our army surplus store is awful the think every thing is worth twice or three times as much they want $150.00 for ones that are all used up but I am on the look out for one another question for you I am also looking for a used Jon pack that self reliance used to sell I know your not in that group anymore but thought you might know someone that has one thank again Paul for all your videos

Hello, do you still use the Pathfinder Scout pack, was thinking of ordering one while they are on special. Or is there a better pack you would recommend for short hikes and just overnight or a couple days at most. Light use as only go that style of camping a couple to half dozen times a year at best, but still want something that can handle a bit knocking about.

Good review, nice pack. Thanks.