4 Days Winter Bushcraft Camping - Fatwood Light - Log Heated Hot Tent

Bushcraft and camping in cold weather. The Fatwood torches/lighters were in every home in the boreal forests for thousands of years. They cut the bark off the base of pine trees, waited 5 years and harvested the resin saturated wood. Cut it up in thousands of little sticks and lit up their everyday life in the darker months. In Falu Copper Mine 10 000 sticks where used every day. They where holding them in the mouth, therefore allowing the use of both hands, crawling into narrow places. They where also used in summer, at night or during night fishing. Each light burns about 10-20 minutes. As I have understod from reading what I could find, in Sweden, a stick burning for light was called "lysesticka" (light stick) and when tied in a bundle "Tjärbloss" (Tar Torch). I imagine the latter was specially used during night fishing. At a museum I saw a holder for the stick made out of metal, so in this video I do the wooden version. It all worked very good. Fatwood from pine burns with a very bright strong flame that lights up more than normal wood. I had about 7 sticks and they lasted all night lighting and putting them out, relighting them over and over. I did not use them in my mouth though, I guess house wives of old times were made of another material because I couldn't stand that nasty resin smoke in my eyes for more than 5 seconds ;).
The Log placed for burning in a closed tent like this is a Sami tradition from the north of Sweden. That is the only time when I use a fire in a stone circle like this (something I like to call Donald Duck Fires). Fires are to be made on rocks. Pointless outside a tent to make stone rings. But you see them everywhere I'm afraid. In Sami the fire place in a tent is called Arran. In this video I'm not doing it exactly according to the Sami tradition, as always its with a Swedwoods tweak.
That last fire I made out on the ice was magic. Every fire is unique. After all these years there it was. The perfect fire.
I'm using both steel and matches for fire in this video. I have a reason for doing everything and I do not care at all about internet trends and social media rules of engagements. Thank you so much for watching!
Merry Christmas to all my Subscribers!
#bushcraft #survival #camping #winter

[@gmer16402]

The best tool is any tool that does the job and it’s there when you need it. Great stuff as always! Anything can break or get lost/forgotten at home, it’s always better to have alternatives.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@leoroben4500]

Ditt arbete ger lugn och ögonkomfort. Tack för att du delar med dig av denna upplevelse

[@Swedwoods]

Tack!

[@darilynkrupp6309]

I love the beauty of winter, the biting cold (as long as I can get warm when needed), the different sounds the snow makes when you step or lay on it, and the taste of food cooked over a fire. Thank you for your video and letting me enjoy those things through you.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@nesta8273]

Was -17 C yesterday here in Småland. SOmehow these cold winters remind me of the 90's when i was a kid. All day, everyday out playing. Skating in a hockeyrink we kids cared for ourselves. The memories. Our of those childhood friends, i have lost 4 and had to end friendship with one. Life moves quickly.

[@snowrob0]

I wish the entire planet smelled like fresh fatwood! It is almost intoxicating. And your right that was the perfect fire. With basic knowledge being in the wilderness is like writing music. Let your senses tell you what to do and before you know it you are proud of what you've done.

[@Swedwoods]

Amen bro!

[@asmith7876]

Future archaeologists finding Swedewoods camps: They seem to have been a nomadic people, sleeping at many different primitive camps. How the 5-star cuisine was procured we haven’t figured out yet. 😂

[@backpackguerilla]

😂😂😂 best comment!

[@Swedwoods]

LOL!

[@stephenpemberton85]

🤣💨

[@TANJAT24]

Woooow keren banget

[@instgtr5200]

That probably how current archeologists come into conclusion about ancient civilisation when they found stuff on some places

[@sashiwa9826]

I think this version of the tent is the best for spiritual hikes Thanks for the video.

[@14cubensis]

What is the name brand of this lavvu? I really like the removable peak. My son is interested in hot tents. It would make a nice gift.

[@davidnorman7715]

You basically turned your tent into a large twig stove...love it.

[@user-ei5jo5gy7r]

Мне нравятся Ваши видео, благодарю за релакс!!!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@rkf2746]

Several video's back, year or so, I commented that you remind me of someone that isn't just a "bushcrafter", but rather, I believe you continue to be a student of your craft. That is made even more apparent from your entry above, talking about the history and tradition of the Sami, the copper mine, and the tradition of the fatwood lights and lanterns. You are an inspiration on numerous levels. With the new year fast approaching, I hope you and yours continue in good health, and long, happy trails. Roger

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much! Merry Christmas!

[@bineleyas]

Nothing beats the quality and the level of relaxation on this channel

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@JClark-ux1hz]

Huzzah!

[@ScottMitchell2]

That's what I call a great winter trip. Great work!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@davidvaughn7752]

I can't add more to comments that hasn't been said already. You made me hungry again even after eating dinner, you inspire me with your neverending innovations and beautiful cinematography. What an incredible journey you're sharing with us and tell the story like no other!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@danielcamac6317]

Appreciate the effort to show folks how things were done centuries ago. Many of our youth are lost in cell phone space but there are many still seeking the beauty and solitude of the woods. You live in a beautiful place. May your axe stay sharp...and your mind sharper.

[@HimachaliCamper]

Love your comment. From India 🙏

[@HimachaliCamper]

You are right about mobile phone use. 🎉

[@danielcamac6317]

Thank you for the kind comments. It's a shame really. The youth here in USA are being brainwashed and hypnotized daily though many still enjoy the solitude of nature as well as hunting for food.@@HimachaliCamper

[@susanhazra976]

Love seeing the snow falling like that and beautiful campfire, very captivating. Exceptional scenery, the grasses glistening with snow crystals - spectacular

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@invictus3598]

Great outdoors bushcraft and scenery! Always educational and enjoyable, thank you!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@patrickwalsh4398]

Another great vid...you continue to amaze with your high-quality photography. The simple elegance and enduring every-day utility of your skills stills astounds me, after all these years. Love your content and channel!!!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@user-gk8mv1pu8l]

👍👍👍

[@liz7217]

Truly beautifully filmed in stunning surroundings. Relaxing to watch as well as being brought back to how so much can be done when you have the skills. Thanks for taking us all along with you 🤝👏👏👏

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@drewgraybushcraft]

Spectacular as always, thanks for making and sharing! You are appreciated!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@delpaddy6091]

The last sequence when your walking away from the campfire was magical 👍👍

[@TeacherSBD]

Your videos make everyone to love winter!

[@bonpecheur4565]

Tu fais aussi bien ça !

[@rickbrewster4760]

Another great video! Best camera set ups on KZbin. Visual of the campfire smoke laying on the snow packed lake tells you how cold it was.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you my friend!

[@unityistheonlysolution3485]

-16c = 3.2 degrees Fahrenheit for my fellow Americans out there. That’s a chilly one. The coldest night that I’ve been out camping in was around -14 degrees Fahrenheit. I kept my two 1.5L water bottles that were both in insulated sleeves in my -20F rated sleeping bag with me that night, and we all stayed very warm. That night I stayed in one of the many free to the public shelters on Vermont’s Long Trail, a 3 sided lean-to at Sterling Pond in the Stowe area of Vermont. It’s snowing like mad outside today, and watching a Swedewoods video makes me want to pack up and get out there!! - Jason/Freedom Fighter Until Death/Vermont, DSA (‘DSA’, meaning “The Divided States Of America”)

[@Spockfucious]

Excellent as always. High-light of my week, every week.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@forestsurvival3761]

impressed with the snow field and your journey, it's great

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@kookistar]

The scenes from Swedish woods are also breathtaking. Thanks for your beautiful ‘long’ video. :)

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@TienHoang-hn1ww]

Your video is so quiet and peaceful

[@TinyGalore]

Tak/tack for upload. God jul til dig 🌲☕❄

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@Nunya_Binness]

Awesome video! So much amazing content! I was going do an overnight on the ice, ice fishing but I feel content to stay home after watching this.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@calmmusicforsleep]

Awesome camping! So beautiful nature around! Thanks for sharing! Have a great day!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@user-yg5mv2so1t]

The action itself filmed in vid is rather simple, not been "patched up" by lots of "survival tips". And it is ok. Most impressive thing to me was the magic lighting of near-midwinter night. Very good! And your commenting text for the video is quite remarkable too!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@stefan.5987]

Thank you very much for another fine episode. So relaxing to watch. 🙋‍♂️✌️

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@i.p.g.134]

You are a unique natural person. I learned a lot from you.

[@artoleus]

I'm always learning something by watching your videos. So much work and thought goes into them. I commend you. 👏👏

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@xiaoma5432]

I just figured how much stuff he carry into the wood... oh my godness... A pan, a pot, oil... at 24:11 you can hear him using a pepper-mill... WTH... half a kitchen!

[@leventunsever6760]

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[@erdinc733]

Your videos have always of great quality but this was even superior. Well done and thanks.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@huangsolver3255]

Great video. Beautiful winter.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@japeltoni]

Amazing shots on ice, Thank you for another innovative trip Swedwoods! Br, Janne/Finland

[@alhamdulillahforeverything224]

What a great vlogers, thanks for sharing with us your lovely camping experience love from uk

[@TOPFIVEFIT]

What great final shots! Love that sky.

[@petetimbrell3527]

Beautiful, mesmerising imagery on the ice. You are the best possible ambassador for your country. All best wishes to you and your family.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@flipofaswitch1713]

Hate the cold but it's so damn beautiful. Thanks, Chef!

[@WalkingPerson]

Your videos are amazing! This crazy world lacks something like that. Thank you very much for allowing us to enjoy the beauties of your beautiful country.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@HariKristiyanto]

Love the snow ❤

[@chewar7537]

Super smart tent, can have the fire inside. Best set up I have seen on here.

[@markcummings6856]

Super beautiful video. Appreciate all the history and examples. Merry Christmas.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@NaveedKharal]

Hurray! Glad to see you again.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@axt_messer_survival]

dank dir für die beeindruckenden bilder und den geschichtsunterricht !

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@rinheab66000]

Beautiful snow ❄️

[@DrAdrianTodd]

Many thanks for all the wonderful videos this year. Wishing you and your family a very happy and blessed Christmas.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you and the same to yours!

[@janetwhite3768]

Thank you for taking us along for the ride as you navigate your country and innovate as you go. Love your unique twist on things……Merry Christmas and a fabulous New Year to you and family.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you and merry christmas!

[@Tincho2023]

Hello, very good video as always, wonderful nature, beautiful country Sweden! Happy Holidays and a great new year!!!

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks and merry christmas!

[@jan-akeandersson4792]

Hur mycket väger din packning?

[@lorettawhiteside3153]

My gentle giant I don't know how I missed this trip but I enjoyed every minute 😊😊😊

[@feruzbekmuminov4157]

Я рад что снова появился! 👍🙂

[@davidthrower5187]

Beautiful and peaceful. :) Also bonus points for adding culinary skills to your bushcraft.

[@acl4734]

I love your videos. Not only because of the enormous peace that they convey, but above all, because of the great beauty of their images. Those aerial images of impassable and majestic snowy forests are absolutely wonderful. I congratulate you, you live in a really beautiful country. Enjoy it a lot and thank you for sharing your experiences from which a lot can be learned. 👍😉

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@RhysTucker2603]

What a great wood splitting technique! Love that idea, you taught me something there. You've earned yourself a new subscriber 👍🏻

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@iqra9620]

This is just a beautiful camping in the forest/Enjoyed this very much.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@michaelmairs1266]

Merry Christmas to you swedwoods, your videos are very enjoyable and inspiring and I enjoy watching them on my way to school, and a Happy New Year.

[@Swedwoods]

Merry christmas!

[@hanksbud2544]

Thanks Swedewoods. Another great video and i learn something from each of them. Thank you so much for sharing your skills and beautiful country with all of us.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@Pahka463]

хороши ваши походы в одиночку.👍🌲🌲🌲🔥🔥

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@choibulifeinnature77]

It's like watching a documentary on the other hand. That's great!!!😊👍

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@ricardoog3655]

Awesome video and good footage! Thanks for sharing 😊👍🏾

[@gil9417]

It's always best to carry multiple ways of starting a fire - it just makes good sense. Great camera work as always!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@bellasvistas3463]

That sausage looked great, no gloves at -15C I'm impressed! Thanks for the trip! Mike

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@jerryc2613]

I love your videos, no words; very relaxing and enjoyable to see.

[@LatitudeNorth]

Very nice video. Thanks for sharing!

[@MeetMeOutside]

A winter classic ! The effort you put into this is truly amazing, and inspiring ! The winter pasta ! I might steal that recipe if you don’t mind ! Just can’t thank you enough man. Stay well, Happy Holidays !

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks! Bon appetit!

[@TANJAT24]

Keren sekali kawan

[@Ljungbacken7181]

Cragdella / I tnink it´s "Merry Christmas", nowdays...Right ?

[@jeffmay7138]

Great video. Good stuff. Makes me want to be there.

[@cimbrerbushcraft-vikingheritag]

Probably one of your best videos 😉👍🏻🔥 Good job 👏🏻 Tom🇩🇰

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@buffalowander]

That takes guts! Respect!

[@tutusilver8095]

I love how you stay civilized by using a plate with that yummy looking winter pasta. I would of ate it right out of the cooking pot😉😁 Another wonderful video! Thanks for sharing🏕

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks for watching!

[@theinvasivespecies1119]

Your winter pasta looks outstanding!! I am going to make it. Gourmet cooking in the woods! Love it

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@IGRIS_BLOOD79]

I come from Vietnam. and you know. In Vietnam, only a few northern provinces have snow. over 95% of our country is snow-free. and i really like camping theme videos

[@IGRIS_BLOOD79]

@BUSHCRAFT In The Forest do you mean game videos on my channel?. if you ask about the game it's called ART OF WAR 3.

[@Christopherjamesmurphy21]

Watching all these videos with lavvus and hot tent camping with fancy stoves. I completely forgot that the human race has had an open fire inside a tent for centuries. Thank you for the reminder. This is great. More with this tent my friend.

[@kokopelau6954]

Isn't it amazing what can be done with the simple pine tree and it's pitch? I love using the candles and torches from them.

[@WahanaCamping]

Great video. I love watching it till the end. Thanks for sharing this. 🔥🔥🔥

[@andyml1]

Brilliantly filmed and edited….bravo! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@dyaamajed9639]

My friend, you are the king of forests creative with all the time and when you will ⚘️❤️

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@craigrobertson6082]

That was a great video, as always. Great imagery having your supper on the ice. Merry Christmas to you too.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@JClark-ux1hz]

Just discovered your channel, binge watching now. Your photography is gorgeous; I especially ❤ the drone shots. The ASMR is meditative, very calming. Good job, well done❄⛄🌧🌨

[@mohe1968]

The best Saturdays are watching Suedwoos, greetings friend

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@johnburgin7478]

Interesting history in the description. I like the bipod with the log feeding the fire . Have a great day

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@journeyman7189]

Merry Christmas to you and yours as well. Nate

[@onkelu3478]

Sei gegrüßt! Wieder einmal ein hervorragendes Video, was die Ruhe in der Natur widerspiegelt und zum Entspannen einlädt. Dieses Tipi-Zelt ist sehr interessant, aber diese tiefen Temperaturen sind etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig. Ich wünsche Dir/ Euch einen entspannten 4.Advent und frohe Weihnachten! Bis zum nächsten Mal! Gruß Onkel U 👍👌😉🙋‍♂

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!?

[@andromedaalpha8971]

You definiteley got me with that pasta! I'll have to check this out! Mnny thanks for your great content all around the last year. I did really enjoy! Happy christmas and fine and healthy new 2023!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you. Merry christmas!

[@camper-pexcas-ranger-oficial]

Muchas gracias por compartir tus vivencias con todos nosotros (amo el bushcraft pero no dispongo de tiempo para poder salir y practicarlo asique disfruto mucho de tus videos). Te sigo desde Argentina. Saludos y feliz navidad!!!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@MrSergioGentil]

Feliz Natal Sweedwoods!!!🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@ayobali992]

I love your ingenuity 😍 amazing to watch as always, your a proper Viking Warrior have a Merry Christmas ⛄ & Happy New Year.

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@johnkissack5295]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing. Looked to be way to cold for me.

[@BushcraftOst]

Großartig diese Winterwunderlandschaft. Bei uns ist der Schnee schon wieder weg. Ich wünsche Dir noch einen guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr und bleib Gesund. 🤠

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@Ragnit777]

Отличный канал, спасибо 👍

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you very much!

[@marekozga9415]

Super filmik👍 Pozdrawiam

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!!

[@bennysworld16]

Amazing outdoors bushcraft i really appreciate this video 🏕️❤️🫡

[@M.C.B]

The real nature camping I wanted was here. I'm getting a lot of inspiration. I hope we can camp in this way in Korea. I also have a camping plan at the end of the year. I don't know if this kind of camping is possible in Korea, but I want to try it as much as I can.

[@kkkkjjjjjeeee]

thank you for sharing this enjoyably video with us, ur winter cooking always make me calm.

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!

[@Mariusz-yc2tz]

Piękna Twoja Szwecja -pozdrowienia z Polski

[@MrParkmoojoo]

Hey bro, I am grateful for the precious video today. Happy New Year!!!

[@Swedwoods]

Thank you!

[@user-yv4un1cu1z]

My favorite vegan fresh tomato pasta sauce is made with chopped kale, mushrooms and chopped walnuts. I add pured sundried tomatoes to mine. It is such a delicious combo. I just love your aesthetic. It is what makes your content stand out, in my humble opinion. The way you film, what you film, the quiet, the scenery, the food; so simple and decadent in the way it is all handled. Hard to put into words!

[@turnerashby5405]

Merry Christmas to you, too!!!

[@jakedrty7643]

Wonderful stuff

[@Swedwoods]

Thanks!