2024-25 | Winter Camping Starts!

[@jaylegere]

Hey Derek! Thanks for your kind words. I’m truly wishing you the best on your KZbin journey. Also, your tent is AMAZING! What a spot. I’m sure we will be catching up throughout the winter. Stay safe and warm out there. Jay

[@tzekelklhan]

Love both of you keep it up. I'm disabled and can't camp like I want to and you both bring me joy.

[@TerryFalan]

Hi Derek! You and Jay should do a two night back and forth trip between cabins! Some good food and conversation, I think people would enjoy that! Just a thought! Take care buddy and we’ll see you next time!

[@robinm6197]

YESs!!!!

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks Terry! Always great to hear from you, my friend! As much as I would love that, Jay is a megastar. KZbin is his full time job and I’m not sure if he’d be able to afford the time with a small (but mighty) channel when he needs to pay the bills 😬.

[@nahumgardner]

New here from Jay Legere. This is good stuff!

[@SubArcticAdventures]

You have no idea how much a comment like this means to us Rob! Thank you so much! Welcome aboard! //derek

[@LyndaMarie929]

I found your channel through Jay Legere. I really like your tent set up.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thank you so much Lynda! I hope to hear plenty about what you like about it, and also what you don’t. I really love the interaction with subscribers. It’s such a driving force to get out there! Welcome! //derek

[@someone-ot9zm]

I randomly picked this video, I watch Jay all the time. He puts out great videos.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

He sure does. He truly deserves the subscriber count that he has. 1000%.

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

Every time I see your tent I have to admit it’s my favourite set up.

[@FTyler-h2w]

It's a nice spot for sure, u been to the cabin yet?

[@truenorthlivingmanitoba]

@ Leave Monday

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so kind. Thank you! You’ve for some pretty good set ups yourself 😉. I’ve only been able to check out a couple of your videos so far. Where abouts are you at? //derek

[@garryprosser6396]

Glad I joined (thru Jay). Had a similar problem with smoke in my wood stove - at the house; a down draft and scared my wife. I was across the street and that's the last time I used the stove. Another person commented on the stove turned down and that would reduce the pressure going out so any wind could cause a reversal. Regardless, hope you get it worked out and we'll wait for your next adventure. Very best.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so much Garry! This has always been my thought. It seems when I turn the stove down to last longer, it’s when the draft reverses on me. I’ll have to tuck this in the cap and see if we can’t get this figured out! Cheers! //derek

[@DQFG]

I was sent by Jay :)

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Glad to have you aboard Danny! Welcome! //derek

[@douglascurto4877]

Good program. I like the different point of view that works best for each of you.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so much Douglas! Jay is a master of his trade for sure! We're still developing and learning different ways to be creative, so thank you so much for the opportunity to be one of your channel options! It means so much! //derek

[@pkharper3525]

Great video, there is something about being along in the woods with the quiet, gives you time to recharge the soul from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. I’m glad you woke up and saw the smoke it could have been really bad but it all worked out. I’m sure you’ll find the problem and will have many amazing nights at the tent. Looking forward to the next one.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Well said! I absolutely LOVE the quiet and alone time, but I also LOVE the feeling that I have all of you out there with me too. It feels like the whole world is rooting for us every time I open the comment sections up - and that makes it worth while just as much! Cheers! //derek

[@roamingearth915]

Maybe if you were to raise your chimney. A foot or two higher will make a difference above the peek of the tent. It may need some cables with a stack that long. Nice setup!! Winter wonderland 🍁 very best :)

[@alanbierhoff6831]

💯%👍🏻 The top of the chimney has to be above the peak of the roof to achieve constant proper draft.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

100%. It’s on the list of troubleshooting for sure. I’ve had problems with the previous stove too, so I’m leaning towards the piping setup as being the culprit. I plan on starting with the least invasive (and less expensive) options and working my way to a complete change of pipe setup, including changing the angles and height. For sure! Hopefully we can get this fixed so I can prevent others from doing the same mistakes I made, once we figure out what those are. 😅😅

[@roamingearth915]

Situations, never problems :) Great plan. Fantastic set-up you have! Tweak every year. Just had a huge wind storm come through on the East Coast, and thankfully, it's not very cold, but I had to pull the fire in case I lost my chimney for whatever reason in the night. I suffer with a dirty opening straight up out of the roof. Always dealing with the hole. I am a good 3 ft above the peak. (I need cables) ! Watch your top knot :) 🍁 Very best

[@colleencomeau-edison7625]

Enjoy the winter in your tent. Hopefully you got the chimney and smoke resolved.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks Colleen!

[@JScott155]

With those stoves if the stoves not burring hot it tends to push the smoke back down the chimney with the draft system in the bottom. With a hot fire going keeps the pipe hot and smoking going up. Use to have one in the cabin for a short time and it did the same got rid of it. It was bad for the smoke coming back in when the fire was simmering low.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

For sure! It’s definitely on the list to monitor. It’s a common thing in the cold for sure. I even have a blow torch to heat the pipes up before lighting a fire on the really cold days if it seems like the draft won’t go the right way!

[@gt1957]

Yay a new video! Watching the fun!

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so much for the support Roger. Can’t wait to get into the full swing of this winter season! //derek

[@kickstones153]

I enjoyed the video cant wait to see more !

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thank you so much! It’s comments like this that really keep the spark to create new content going! //derek

[@fiestysmurf73]

Luv your tent set up, 2 zipper doors 🤩

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Only in the inside. The outside still flaps open from the middle. Makes total sense to have the two zipper door though! 100%

[@AllagashDestinations]

Just found your channel and really admire your kindness toward Jay! We have been watching him for years and look forward to your adventures as well. Keep up the great work!! We are in northern Maine(Allagash) and look for more ideas.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Very cool! He’s a great guy! I love Maine! I used to camp annually just outside of Calais for many, many years! 😎.

[@wdhatvadventures69]

Love your tent porch , great idea.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

After having it, I would never go back!

[@GeorgeTyler-u4k]

Joined through Jay. Nice setup. Nice video I enjoyed it. Will be watching your videos.thanks 😊

[@SubArcticAdventures]

So awesome! Thanks so much George! We'll be watching for you out here in the comment section :). //derek

[@ClarenceOlsen-o2g]

Hi Derek,enjoy both yours and Jays channel,love the videos you guys put out.amazing content and enjoy this kind of thing,both are top notch channels.cheers guys.have a great day

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so much Clarance! Always a pleasure hearing from you, my friend! //derek

[@ClarenceOlsen-o2g]

@@SubArcticAdventures thank you for the amazing return comment,cheers buddy.waiting for the next video 😀👍

[@Michaelthegreat639]

Wow! You were just at 1000 subs! You are blowing up! I am so happy for you!

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thank you, my 1000th subscriber! 😉

[@Offgridlee444]

Great video! Stay warm! 😊

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so much Lee! I love that your channel is growing too!!

[@Offgridlee444]

@ Thanks!

[@garryprosser6396]

From the net: Chimney dampers are small levers that open and close to regulate the smoke. If it’s too far open, it can invite cold air into the wood stove. If it’s too far closed, it’ll create a downdraft. This pressure change sends the smoke into the stove, causing it to permeate the room. Minor adjustments go a long way for chimney dampers.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

I'll have to play around with these. The Osburn is a new to us stove and have only used it a handful of times so far. It has it's own damper and I have one on the pipe. I may take the pipe one out now that I have a stove with its own. Lot's of adjustments to be made while we grow! Thanks for looking some things up for us. It's a true community feel for sure! //derek

[@AlisonCross-b3k]

Glad u woke up! Scary

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Oh yes. But it wasn’t too bad. I’m just more keen than the carbon monoxide detector 😅

[@AlisonCross-b3k]

I figured u would have one! A great set up u have there. Nothing like that here.

[@off.grider]

I saw you on Jay's channel, I'm real glad I subscribed to yours, loving the content 😊😊

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thank you so much! I couldn’t help but notice your username. I would absolutely LOVE the real off-grid lifestyle. I’m looking forward to lots of comments and suggestions on things you like and would love to see on the channel! Welcome! //derek

[@off.grider]

@@SubArcticAdventures could you place some cameras around your tent so we can see what wildlife you have near you???

[@SubArcticAdventures]

I’ll see what I can do for the near future. Any suggestions on some wildlife cameras? I don’t have good cell service out there, so I’ve learned that the cell signal ones would be a waste for me 😕

[@BigRigNewf]

That’s a scary feeling being waken by smoke in the middle of the night. Glad you woke up in time. Hopefully you resolve the issue so it don’t happened again. What do you do for entertainment at night when it’s too dark to do work outside effectively? As usual the food looked incredible!!! Stay safe and I’ll be on the lookout to see how the Woodstove situation turned out. Cheers brother ☕️☕️

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so much Shane! You’ve been around since nearly the beginning and it’s muchly appreciated, brother! Entertainment comes in different forms. During this particular trip out, Jay came over for a bit and we had some great chats off camera with a couple drinks. All great fun. Relaxing and enjoying the small pleasures in life is what it’s all about! Chat again soon! //derek

[@alanbierhoff6831]

I went bear hunting a few times out of John Blake’s (guide) camp near Espanola, On. in the late 1980’s. John passed away in March of 2019 I think it was but, he was a heck of a great guy.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Truth be told, I have never been bear hunting. This meat was gifted to me by a good friend. That said, I have a black bear tag and a grizzly bear tag for this season. I’m optimistic, but I really want to do some hunting of my own. Fingers crossed!

[@jamesberggren9029]

Wow that sled sounds like it's struggling

[@SubArcticAdventures]

She’s an old girl. But you’re right. I’ve got an appointment pending soon with a local mastermind with small engines. I can do a lot, but sometimes the experts need to come in to make sure the baseline is reset. 😅😅

[@garryfoote695]

Have make sure you put your chimney together with male ends towards the stove, so creosote will run down the inside of the pipe into the stove. If you put it together the other way around, creosote will run out at the joints of the pipes and burn and cause a lot of real strong smoke. I have a stove almost the same as yours, produces a lot of creosote when you turn it down for the evening. Been there done that, have fun!

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Thanks so much Garry. It’s great having people with real experience onboard! I’ve got a couple ideas to try to fix this draft problem. I think the biggest problem is how quick of a turn the pipe takes to go through the wall versus straight up through the roof. We’ll see. Wish me luck! //derek

[@gmcanadian3467]

Hey Brother good to see the Video! I know all about tying mantels with thick cold fingers! ;) Yum I need to come for a BBQ! Wonder if a nest was in your pipe and it dried out and fell into the elbow.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Yep. Thick-finger-boy problems is a real thing! 😅. The BBQ is ready for when you come out. I know you miss the North brother! 😎. An obstruction is definitely on the list of troubleshooting. I’m gonna start with the most least invasive and work to a total pipe replacement if need be. Hopefully it’s the least invasive, ie: least costly to repair 😅

[@SwampDonkey530]

Osburn is a good stove but they are quirky. You sure eat good 👍 I’d be inclined to drink good and perhaps howl at the moon too lol. Thanks

[@SubArcticAdventures]

I’ve thought about introducing some good drinks to the channel routine 😉. Maybe in the future! The Osburn keeps the heat pretty good, although this one is pretty small. I suspect we’ll look at trying something else in the next season or two!

[@mattseymour154]

Did not know people ate black Bear.

[@mattseymour154]

The burger looked good regardless.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

It was incredibly tasty! I have to give credit to a friend of mine for gifting it to me. It was their bear and home recipe. I only just cooked it. But if I could have shared it with you…. I wouldn’t have. 😝. It was THAT good. 😎

[@douglascurto4877]

Who is the tent manufacturer

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Airdrie Canvas in Alberta, Canada. You can find them on Facebook at: facebook.com/AirdrieCanvas. I doubt very much that they know about me, and I'm definitely not sponsored by anyone, but if you want to let them know I sent you, maybe they may like their tent being featured on KZbin... or not... hahaha! Cheers! //derek

[@mcake1234]

About as exciting as watching paint dry.

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Or water boiling 😅. I get it that we’re not going to satisfy everyone, but we’re really enjoying our progression through this. Thank you for giving us a chance though! //derek

[@bitsnz1837]

Then don't watch. Duh.

[@davidthibodeau5775]

You should shave your beard and get a face tattoo you would get more attention kidoo 😂

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Oh boy, David. 😅. If there was a face tattoo to get, what would it be? 🤣

[@davidthibodeau5775]

@SubArcticAdventures lol kidoo