4 Item 3 Day Survival Challenge

[@DONOCARSON109]

That's what I like about Greg, when things go wrong, or he makes a mistake he doesn't try to hide it, or make excuses. He's straight forward down to earth, no airs and graces guy. Every time I watch his videos there's always something new to learn . I thoroughly enjoy every one of his videos, and also learn many things not just about survival, but also the very important do's and don'ts concerning safety in natures environment. That could save someone a great deal of trouble and even save lives. Another super Rocky Mountain Bush Craft.

[@AjaxSkye]

I agree

[@jamesh9092]

The thing bugs me is he talks himself up to be some sort of pro but he has to do nearly everything twice cos he gets it wrong every time

[@AjaxSkye]

@@jamesh9092 he is a pro compared to most when it comes to experience and knowledge. professional and perfection are 2 different things.

[@DONOCARSON109]

@@AjaxSkye Absolutely.

[@CarolinaNorth1981]

I agree with everything you said.

[@terryrivers100]

Missed you glad you're back

[@fredgarvinism]

Nice to hear someone focus on fire location being important.

[@xull1x123]

Same here. I have seen fires spread 10 ft below the surface in areas just like Greg shows. We were able to put the fire out. It was a lesson learned for the entire camping group I was with. I hope people take Gregs teaching seriously.

[@TankManHeavy]

TA outdoors had to call the fire brigade because of a forest fire underground, took them 2 full tanks to fully soak the area, craziness.

[@Foxyfreedom]

Yea seriously it could save your life. Bad things have happened to me before

[@Nefertiti0403]

Love Uncle Buck! One of my favs ❤

[@roostermbakb6727]

Ive never been more excited for a small fish. I can feel you’re hunger it seems on these type of videos. Awesome job Greg. Thanks for the entertainment.

[@montereyspike]

That's exactly what she said!

[@DickOswald]

Your hunger*

[@EYES2seeEARS2hear78]

Thanks for the learning as well Greg!

[@Schmecker]

3:20 Okay, I bring only 1 item, this BACKPACK 🤣 counts as 1 item, correct? 😁 hahaha sorry, but I had to laugh so hard 😂😂😂

[@hiramstumpjumper2836]

1. Knife 2. Ferro Rod 3. Bush Pot 4. Wool Blanket

[@funonvancouverisland]

Great choices! I might go with a good silky saw over the knife personally in the area we're in though.

[@Foxyfreedom]

I have a knife that has a built in ferro rod, knife sharpener, and a whistle.

[@lanecountybigfooters5716]

Same

[@dakinerinds]

I would bring Ovens, Fowler, Amos, and a camera! 1:29

[@brennercorreia6318]

xD

[@FPSWildlifeAngler]

drop forge survival also

[@johnbell7235]

That's cheating! 😂

[@SouthFloridaWoman]

Hell yea 😂

[@SaliasGaga]

This might sound stupid, but, how do you find places where no one else is to do these videos?

[@tharonerikson8398]

Hey Greg, 4 Items is pretty tough. Depends on where and when, it would be something like: 1. My EDC Victorinox Multitool 2. Firesteel/ Lighter 3. Sleepingbag or Tarp 4. Pot or Waterfilter For three days, you don't need to bother about food. Just stay warm and hydrated.

[@1MrInc]

My thoughts exactly on the fire. Good call on the fire Greg!

[@sfgoogle1963]

Appreciate the info about the fire and the location. It something that is not always thought through.

[@the-higher-vibration]

This man came prepared for a zombie apocalypse lol! Great to you Greg I’ve been away for a while so I’ve got lots of catching up to do! ❤

[@SadikBoss-e9k]

Please post more videos we love to watch and learn ❤

[@heruhcanedean]

1. The paracord that has metal wire, fishing line, and waterproof tinder as some of the inner strings 2. Leatherman Free P4 with 2 of the tools modified 3. Cooking pot 4. Greg Ovens

[@Jeffbeat77]

I was happy to find a new adventure! I was really hoping you hooked a little bigger fish. I could have easily watched a 2 hour version? Did DJ get a fish? Your decision to move the fires was IMO a good one. I watched a different survivalist find an underground fire from a previous camper that had traveled quite a distance from the original fire underground. He called and reported it, waiting until they came with water, shovel’s and properly put it out. It was kind of you to let DJ slide on the extra items included with his lighter.👍 Would you ever consider a longer version of some videos (if you have enough footage)? Subscriber and Fan, Jeff Rogers Saint Paul MN

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Ya it was a very bad spot for a fire I even hiked back to the truck for the shovel to make sure it was out.

[@chrisburnip7435]

Would be top of my bucket list to fly over to the rockies and do a survival video with you complete novice and never done anything like it before but absolutely love watching from England uk.

[@herrnase4340]

What a duuude. Right when I notice the gun pointed at Oven there is a cut and our guest redirects it to aim at himself and now I want that "behind the scenes". 18:10 - 18:29 what a gentleman lol

[@EYES2seeEARS2hear78]

Lol, had to go back cause I didn’t notice the first time.

[@mathumphrey5613]

I would travel from the UK to do one of these challenges with you Greg. In the UK it is really hard to find a place that you can camp and start a fire. I've watched loads of your videos, and love them, but I feel a sadness that the UK locks down these activities. I spend most of my spare time on the sea as a lifeboat volunteer, but my heart is in the forest!

[@jessanddavidboham8014]

I find it so very awesome that you named off Dave Holliday, and also Les Stroud survivorman. That is absolutely amazing I used to watch Les Stroud survivorman and he's the one that got me in to getting really into surviving in the wilderness and wanting to do more.

[@arjovenzia]

I used to be quite a big Les Stroud fan, but on a bad day I saw an episode in an environment I was actually familiar with, and then another when he was with a partner. completely missed the points I would have considered pivotal, to the point of lies (not just TV magic), and then in the second Ep treated his companion like his manservant Friday. in a one day he went from minor god to douchebag, in my eyes. i understand there is a show to be made, but this was unforgivable levels. I get none of that vibe from Greg. im glad your inspired, but pick your heros....

[@Ed-oj3yv]

Very cool that you get subscribers involved. Absolute Legend!

[@manoffire111]

great essential tips n hacks , brilliant skills, ive tried the battery hack thank you Greg . Mark Cornwall UK

[@AjaxSkye]

I love how transparent and genuine you are Greg. That's why I watch you. I have lost all interest in the survival world because of all the fakes until you came along. Thank you!

[@jameslund2658]

Greg those are wild blue berries. Blue huckleberry have a smaller leaf and the berries grow in clusters. We have all three here in washington state. You always say do your research.

[@jjjjjj9548]

It’s a good day when Greg’s back

[@lifesahobby]

Best regards from ireland . Your fire safety is top knotch . I always line the ground with stones . . Dont know if you have ever put a pyranid shaped stone into the niddle of a fire . For ne , such a rock stops the snoke in the fire. Thabks for a great inspirational film

[@David-v7t1k]

I love watching you and Zach

[@taxalterror]

Top job Greg, I liked the fire starting, again. you did your challenge by the book, well done.

[@Ballaholic503]

I love the fact that you brought up the shotgun for safety and your bear mace because these items should always be in your survival gear if possible. i think people need to hear this more because i got stalked through the woods by a huge mountain lion with nothing to defend myself. Stay safe out there yall!

[@manuelaleman9957]

Great educational Bushcraft

[@mountainconsumer]

Beautiful video Greg. Youre a master bush crafter and story teller. Ive given up on camping with people years ago.

[@antaress8128]

Always good to see bow drill making and starting a fire with it. Good call on putting out the fire on the moss. I've seen underground fire and it is very dangerous. A lot of water is required to extinguish. There were a lot of fires in my country last summer. We really need to be careful. Interesting to see that Oregon grape is edible. We have it here in Europe as an invasive plant.

[@Foxyfreedom]

I saw the Oregon grape when I was hiking. It’s extremely bitter and unpleasant and is known to cause birth defects in pregnant women

[@antaress8128]

@@Foxyfreedom Thanks. It's not so harmless then. I will stick to other berries.

[@tonyjoe1791]

my top list is stay home and watch your videos😁

[@Vess-You]

coolest guy ever, love you man

[@p1nesap]

Good lesson for your friend & audience about fire safety in the bush. Did your friend eat anything?

[@banjiegirl2001]

You could have saved the bits and bobs and guts of DJs squirrel when he cleaned it and used it for fishing bait, perfect!

[@CarolinaNorth1981]

Awesome video!!!! Love the reference to Uncle Buck!! Great movie!! I'm trying to get the courage to do an outdoor challenge I've got all the gear I just need to use it. Your great encouragement and I really like your content so keep it coming. Oh and my 4 things would be Knife, Faro rod, 100 ft of Para cord and a good tarp.

[@doubleh198107]

Lighter, knife, pot, tarp

[@Goblinshaman]

ID go 1: Lighter 2: tarp 3:Pot 4: Fishing line

[@Caareenkm6726]

Is a fishing hook considered 5 items then?

[@banjiegirl2001]

Great shelter Greg! Its over the top man😊

[@DarkSkelloPSN]

Long shot I know but, Have you ever considered taking a group of subscribers out (Not just the one) maybe for a week or two to see how that'd work out. Each being given their own tasks around camp I would see it as an interesting prospect since you can only learn so much through watching. Being out doing it with a guide would help a lot. This could even be done by a group of guides such as yourself, Fowler and Amos all having competing groups to see who did it better. Great stuff once again Greg!

[@funonvancouverisland]

Logistical nightmare, but man I'm in! Sounds like a great time and a great watch

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Not a bad idea thanks.

[@Phantom-F4]

Viewers be soft, that a lot of couches to haul out somewhere. 🤣😆🤣

[@Shanny_island_life]

I wanna go lol 😂

[@Ray72106]

I just saying that if I ever got the opportunity to survive with Greg Ovens , I would follow the rules!

[@khamen723]

Just went thru two hurricanes in S Tampa. No power after Milton for five days. My 16 yo daughter was cooking us three meals a day on my camp rocket stove. 🎉

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

Ya, I have family in Florida. If I lived there I'd have a For Sale sign up and it listed. Those things are wreaking too much of their valuables.

[@ivanrheeder5158]

Geuse is a blade,paracord,tarp and a pot,can't think of a better set but can't wait to see,appreciate the content and peace be with you ✌️ Edit,damn I was close,I was thinking you would make your own hook

[@tabetabs6225]

Always happy to see new videos, esp almost an hour long👌that's my comfort zone right here, one love Mr Ovens👍Thank you sir

[@kellydavis6115]

Thanks again Greg love your videos knife, Firestarter, tarp, hook

[@dl8125]

Enjoyed the video. Looking forward to the next.

[@alayna4425]

thank you for caring about the forest and fire danger

[@IggyCotton]

Did the other guy tap out? Seems he vanished on his "Fishing Trip" ... Not to say he wasn't seen since the first day and only heard the 2nd... Great Video Greg! Nice seeing you back! Thanks for sharing!

[@mariust6769]

Greg probably told him that the fire he made was too close to his shelter which caused him to have an absolute meltdown since this was the second fire he had to put out.

[@tamonettX500]

I was thinking the same thing! Where'd he go?? Just disappeared, no final wrap up or comparison, etc. Probably had the meltdown when his shelter fell apart...Greg mentioned something about that guy's shelter...

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

​@@tamonettX500. Exactly what did Greg say about his shelter? Nothing really.

[@tamonettX500]

@@senatorjosephmccarthy2720 beginning timestamp 34:31 he literally says "I heard DJ's a little upset over there. He's workin' on his shelter and I guess it fell apart or crashed to the ground or something. It wasn't uh...secured enough or something." You can even hear DJ yelling to himself from a distance.

[@Rolf_Golfball]

Thank god for this video, thats why i love greg so much, for videos like this

[@Bajuwara]

man lucky you put the fire out. underground root burn is very very crazy. once started you cant put it out.

[@Samuel-dl2be]

Amanitas used to cure anxiety tho, as dryed. Works like benzos, but no hook. (GABA system) Thanks for the vid, made my day. ❤

[@aproduction3329]

You are an expert 😊

[@jaredbreen7474]

Love your videos man. No matter what kind of day I'm having your videos always make it better. 💪🍻

[@flingshotlife]

I would definitely go on a survival challenge with him. My four items would be my vintage skatchet, lighter, pot, metal water bottle. Bonus item would be bivy sac or tarp. I really would want to take a slingbow combo. But really depends on situation, location. I go for a dedicated water bottle because my body simply depends a lot of water.

[@Caareenkm6726]

4 items only! 😊

[@KeithPanetta-jx9ut]

I would love to do a 3 day challenge with you

[@arkd3um1988]

why pot and bottle? pot is enough sinc you just survive and not go away from camp

[@42adventures79]

thats a simple but very cool shelter !! I wonder 🤔 if we have leaves as big as the ones from the skunk cabbage here in Switzerland in the forests in my area...what a cool plant 🙂

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

Agree. Greg's shelter no doubt was plenty warm and dry.

[@trerounds1273]

Finn is the only cool non irritating dog in any bushcrafting video

[@twshatney]

100 %

[@Thom1973]

Good day Greg ........ I am so glad you explained to your viewers this important fire safety tip at timestamp 24:52 ......... I already knew the ground you guys were on was unsafe for fires and was pretty sure that was why you were not going to light a fire....... People do not realize that when a forest fire dies out in the fall it doesn't mean the fire is out as the fire is still smolding in the peat and if there is not enough snow to melt and put it out then in the spring that fire can reignite and start all over burning everything in its path........

[@nancyl3843]

I love these challenges. Fish, mushrooms, and berries? Sounds pretty perfect.

[@chrismackay8314]

thanks for sharing. considering the location - my 4 would be a filter-straw, blanket, poncho, and lighter. tough one to decide!, but my emphasis would be staying dry/warm, and hydrated. hard to imagine not having a cutting tool, but maybe I could break a rock :) and find fishing line - always finding fishing line and lures...otherwise berries and shrooms doesn't sound that bad.

[@pamartin]

Greg hitting those grapes 🍇 @46:50 reminded me of my grandmother liking sour pickles. "Not dill!" I can hear her, "sour". 😁 Thanks for that. As always, great video!

[@henrioinonen3492]

I have learned to use Finnish Lapland leuku, Long knife close to machete but you can use it for cutting or skinning too. you can get double versions, that i currently have with me. It has 20cm bladed leuku and smaller 8cm blade leuku in same hilt!

[@LizzyNerd]

I wonder if you could save some of your paracord by weaving it through the supports down the length of your shelter. Weaving takes less length than many small knots, give you a place to tuck the leaves in, and can always be removed and reused. 36:00 Still turned out nicely and looks cozy! I'm quite jealous of those chanterelles 😁

[@ColdSamra]

You gotta protect mother nature so she can protect you in return. Love your videos ❤

[@Lukewatson420]

couldn’t click on a video faster

[@adamhayes9250]

Literally my notifications are always crap for Greg 😢 but honestly I prefer him over most survival style KZbinrs

[@jasoncayen1657]

Ya but it was a MEDIOCRE greg video like what has he been doing all SUMMER cuz i need a OG BANGER VIDEO SOON i’m not upset i’m just disappointed😔

[@pillepolle3122]

Prove it

[@MimiCavelli]

​That's a bit unfair isn't it? He's out there at least he's doing it. Some days are going to be less eventful than others. You can't magic up content. And would you be happy if he engineered his videos to be more exciting? No, because he's real and genuine. People moan when youtube videos are fake and they moan when videos are chill. What can a person do to make this generation happy!!! I'm so greatful for every video we get from this channel. One of the best on you tube! ​@@jasoncayen1657

[@MimiCavelli]

Same Luke, one of my favourite youtubers, I love him 😍. That's a real Man right there. A man that would keep his family safe and fed ! He's taught me so much about survival. Where are the men like this all gone to??? Lost in the system I suppose!

[@tukadookie5067]

Hi Greg my 4 items would be. {1} Gerber Bear Grylls Ultimate Pro Fixed Blade {1} Crawford survival staff {1]TENTSFORMER Poncho Tent {1}100ft Survivor Cord if the rule are a little relaxed.

[@EsyuDach]

my tyvek bivy and its envelope, 2 lbs, my cotton rope hammock, the 1.5 lb Cold steel shovel, with its 8" of added saw teeth and a 1 gallon stainless steel pot and lid. unravel some of the hammock for camp cordage and to make netting. I could stone-boil water in a pit, lined with the plastic envelope and do without the cookpot and its lide, if need-be. If you've got the right clothing, you dont need much in the way of a shelter, sleeping gear or heat source, down to sub freezing temps.

[@equalizer1553]

Actually some people do process those amanitas with saltwater in a special way to make them not completely toxic. Still not recommended to eat. The most concentrated alkaloids are in the colored pellicle.

[@KattLa-gz1cs]

Welcome back sir!

[@preachta]

I remember DJ, he got you onto a great fishing spot. Hi DJ, Gregg's number 1 subscriber.

[@asgeirrdahlstrom1094]

I would bring ; Ferro rod Big survival knife Sawyer mini filter Paracord Fishing hook and line can be improvised, same with a bowl for boiling water.

[@donnaleon3738]

Wonderful thanks Greg

[@michaelfortner973]

Greg. You are. King of the woods. Big Mike from Kentucky. ❤❤❤❤❤. Love watching your videos

[@Craig-eb8ml]

I've watched you off and on through the years and I got to ask what's the scariest phenomenon you have seen in the woods love to hear a story about it one day have a blessed day or night stay safe out there boss

[@adventuredogs8773]

Loved it thanks again Greg!

[@michaeldusso6882]

Hey….what happened to the other guy ?!?!? Did he survive 3 days in the wild, or did you cook him for supper on the 2nd night, he seems to have mysteriously disappeared ?!?!?

[@MrDanbecker]

You're right. I thought exactly the same thing.

[@snovak89]

no loss

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

​@@snovak89. What ? So you're the only one in all these comments to start insulting people. Your insecurity is showing. Time to start having respect for people.

[@andyr8625]

He got mad,Greg made him put out his fire...

[@snovak89]

@@senatorjosephmccarthy2720 respect this. I'm sure you know what gesture i made melty boi.

[@vancampinglifestyle]

Yes please!! I would love to go on a challenge like this!

[@deboraharmin9206]

Greg, hubby and I love watching your videos, we find them informative and relaxing but I’ve got a challenge for all of the outdoor fellas we watch. My husbands a vegan and we’ve argued about how he’d survive in the wild if we had to? What would you do?

[@c.d.whiteheadjr.7922]

I live in the swamp in Florida and muck fires during the dry season will travel great distances fueled by methane gas. Methane gas is a byproduct of the peat moss breaking down. Methane creates a bubble just under the surface and fire will explode on contact spreading the fire great distances undetected

[@weswalker5string]

If you use circle hooks, the fish will hook itself. You can cast lines out, tie them off, and leave them while you do something else.

[@rexlogan5385]

Excellent video thanks for sharing 👍

[@scalper831]

Good job Greg jus watched season 3 of Alone… that’s awesome man 😎

[@alhart6126]

Hey Greg, some criter was trying to "weazel in " on your Huck berries...😊

[@FueltheFires]

I loved this video.. Last 1 item survival challenge I did I brought a knife.. Ironically I was the only one.. I was shocked.. One person brought a lighter, another brought a tarp and the rest brought sleeping bags.. And if you can believe it, Jason Salyer brought a toaster oven….. The video is on Survival Dispatch.. I built a bow drill set, made a shelter, found some wild edibles and started a filter that failed due to fire ants lol..

[@Racing_puma]

One hour well spent!! Learned a lot!!

[@isabellasmalley1372]

so cool mate good job

[@funonvancouverisland]

Great to see you back in the hood greg! DJ lives a block away from my home base swing by sometime brother 🍻

[@NeedWantBuy]

That shelter was perfect for a 3 day! But I'm curious as to how many days that roof would be good for. The moss would last a while, but the leaves would wilt and lose the water retention after a week or so I'm guessing? Great video btw! I learned a lot from the Bow-drill lesson.

[@LostDeadSoul]

In the Faroe Islands the saying goes " A knifeless man is a lifeless man ". Therefore many have a pocket knife. The classic being the Victorinox Floral Knife in red or blue. You can find peat by putting a stick farther into the ground. If it comes up looking like it has been in thick excrement and feels fat or oily, you have peat. By having someone else stand some odd yards away you can stomp on the soil. If the someone feels the stomp, you probably have a lot of peat.

[@WattsWoodenWonders]

Pellet rifle isn't any good without ammo and each piece of ammo is another item.

[@Hyin4tek]

Finn is such a good dog

[@chrissguitarshow206]

I hope he was warm

[@andykjohnsonjohnson7622]

Hmm, is Finn classd as a item 🤔. If not can Finn, bring 4 item 😂, one good stick & 3 tbone steaks 😅😂

[@JamesScoles-hj4vf]

1: Hachet 2: Farro Rod 3: Cordage 4: Solar Blanket

[@daveruss-qi7lr]

Great video keep them coming love watching your videos

[@ikepren3696]

Hey Greg, you should have a raffle where folks put in their name to go into the bush with you as a challenge! Obviously you should pick those who are camp worthy

[@Shadowgirllllll]

Awesome content like always Greg!

[@rjunk12349]

I picked lighter, tarp, knife and pot. I felt that if I really needed cordage, I could use my bootlaces. I'm glad I had 2 of Greg's 4. I suppose if you relaced your boots with paracord, that might be a hack too

[@scorpiokhan3540]

Thank you Greg

[@thalleshoward3962]

Greg is a survival king.

[@accaciagame1706]

ROFL he is a KZbin survivalist, one of the worst. Clay Hayes is the true king.

[@trentonmaloney3280]

i have used elk knuckles for bowdrill. my fave is a deer one tho.1 trail hawk 2 slingshot 3 tarp 4 cooking pot/pan

[@jonathanhughes9281]

Nice one Greg. Finn the star finding the cedar for the drill. Best wishes from Devon UK. 🙂👍

[@patrickbeaudoin1073]

Thank you