5 item Camping Challenge: Minimal Gear

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[@TAOutdoors]

Get Exclusive NordVPN Deal here: nordvpn.com/taoutdoors - Hope you enjoyed this episode! Let me know your thoughts in the comments and if you would like something similar again.

[@elsathal7359]

Could you use the vitamin C in tea as the sweet💞thank you for sharing

[@koudacyen]

Please do a full survival with no tools

[@thirstycobras9190]

Survival is what I enjoy watching as well as catch cook, stealth camp, also mix it up with a cast iron chili cook or stew. I follow TA Fishing as well. Idea, have you showed tracking skills for game yet? Mabye that's an idea...

[@donaldmiller8767]

Yes please and try any more like Danish or something

[@youtubewatchers]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge to us. It's amazing have much knowledge you have about survival. Thank you!

[@David_Rafuse]

Here's a coat trick if you didn't have that blanket-oilcloth combo: being that your coat is ample and large fitting, take it off, pull the sleeves inside it and wrap it around your upper body instead of wearing it as usual. It's a similar effect to a mitten keeping your hand warmer with the fingers all together than wearing a glove with separate fingers...learned that from a homeless guy here in Canada.

[@Aethelvlad]

That's great now how do I get out

[@anormalrat]

​@@Aethelvlad you dont, you die cozy

[@cdgonepotatoes4219]

So you made a cloak

[@edwardstagner1021]

That’s a really useful tip thank you. Paul Kirtley would like it I think anyway ha ha

[@ferryvantichelen6521]

Talking about coats, is it true that Russian soldiers used to not have a sleeping bag, but instead only have a very long coat?

[@abdenourabdenour1172]

I know a lot of bushcraft channels on KZbin but yours is just fantastic and full of lessons

[@TAOutdoors]

Cheers! Glad you enjoy it 👍🏻

[@tallgrassoutdoors8944]

Amen

[@seanmiz6539]

Makes sense, Mike was a school teacher iirc

[@keeblem1]

I concur - best bushcraft channel!

[@jokoarindo5502]

Agree

[@stephenbarabas6286]

I had no idea 30 years ago (well before "social media") me and my friend were cutting edge camping with only a cheap tent, blankets from home a old Coleman stove and beer/food were "surviving" for the weekend... We just thought that's what we could afford and it worked.

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Watch out scammer. Fake

[@alexgranda05]

Hi, I'm from Spain, so I know pretty good that rations, and sometimes there are some troubles when they pack them, pack the wrong menu paper in the box or the stickers are upside down. Even though they are one of the best rations because they are super nutritive and satiating. Your meal is Fabada asturiana, Asturias is a northen region of Spain, and where I live too, and it is a typicall Asturian dishes. The Fabada is composed by beans and Chorizo, which is a spicy sausage. I hope you enjoyed them and awesome video btw.

[@adri_rns_4841]

Grande asturiano

[@user-tb3hh5ge3j]

Aprendriendo cultura de la buena a los extranjeros muy bien , saludos desde Galicia

[@JustInCases72]

This video shows how important a knife, cordage, some type of cover, and something to get a fire going is when you are out in the wilderness. Great video.

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Watch out false prize scammer

[@janneheffler]

Yep, "it seems to be a lack of tea" is a very British remark 😄 I love these overnighter videos. Well done, mate 😊

[@teresawilliams8460]

Seriously love how your channel has taken off. I was watching you back in 2019-2020 and love how much you've grown. Appreciate all the lessons and beautiful camera work you give us out in the woods. Much love to you and your family!

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks Teresa 👍🏻👍🏻

[@_IstorX_]

First video of yours I've watched! I'm an outdoor fan, watched many outdoor camping videos and channels, but for some reason yours is special. 30 minutes video, but not a single second I was bored! Keep on the good work.

[@markjones5561]

You're in for a treat when you watch all the others! :)

[@TheScoundrel70]

Blue's stuff is fantastic. I picked up one of his wool poncho / sleeping bag / blankets and it's awesome and crazy multifunctional. Thanks for having us along Mike. It's cool to revisit past challenges with different picks for items. 👍🇨🇦

[@TAOutdoors]

He does make some really good gear!

[@Pirelli1979]

Do you have A link for the tarp/blanket please

[@Razdasoldier]

Just found your channel and also would like to know about the blanket link @@TAOutdoors

[@Razdasoldier]

@@Pirelli1979 apparently we were dumb and missed the link in description

[@Pirelli1979]

@@Razdasoldierfound it. Thank you

[@sidneyhowardjude5284]

I wish there was more creators like this channel 😀🌲

[@matthewbuczkowski2242]

That’s what makes him special

[@baronedipiemonte3990]

He quite stands out as a young Lofty Wiseman !

[@primaladventure101]

I've learn more from your video in 30 minutes than all videos I've seen since now. Thanks to your dedication to this art of minimal "old style" backpacking and surviving.

[@pHolt]

Give the Danish MRE a try. The ones I've had contained a small chocolate bar, jam, peanut butter, along with three full meals. They're pretty decent.

[@kenkeller]

An invaluable channel among the thousands of others.

[@TAOutdoors]

Cheers Ken!

[@lloydwaycott8178]

Well, ha, don't watch then? Dear oh dear.

[@DaniilHomyak]

I suggest you get Russian MRE, spetsnaz (spec ops unit) one if it’s an option. They’re generally good: plenty of tea/coffee/ other drinks, sugar, jam, paté, water purifiers, waterproof matches, cooking tablets. Also the’re daily rations so you have several different meals per day. Coming from Russia myself, during student days living in dorm, I used to get them in bulk for £5 approx from a “private seller” and if you ration them carefully and cook cheap pasta as a side dish, 3-4 days worth of rations become week- week and a half worth of decent food.

[@maxmarett8544]

Beech is a great wood for cutlery as it has natural antibacterial properties and it does not splinter. It is often also used for young children’s toys so it is safe to chew.

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Watch out fake. Scammer

[@ericschnipke874]

"There seems to be a distinct lack of tea" Burst out laughing at that one! Love your videos man, keep it up.

[@wyyndsdoesstuff]

I had a really bad head ache but I honestly lost it with this incredibly relaxing video, Great channel thanks for the amazing videos

[@Moose_of_the_Ages]

I recently took a trip and used a bedroll setup for the first time. Waxed canvas and wool blankets. Also picked up a Polish Lavuu. Had to make a few adjustments mid trip, but it worked well over all. Watching this channel has inspired me to get back out there. Thank you.

[@TAOutdoors]

That’s awesome! Can’t beat a Polish Lavvu

[@greggmouritzen7478]

You should try the Japanese MRE. They are on a totally different level.

[@moorshound3243]

Step 1. Catch fish Step 2. Eat raw fish

[@lorij3786]

Here’s a tip to all those new using an esbit stove,, scrape the tablets a bit first before lighting When it comes to an frh, add a bit of salt to your water before adding it to the frh, it works so much better

[@lordmoldybutt36]

Definitely gonna plan a solo minimalist camping trip after watching this!

[@2AAdvocate]

Me too, but i think i might wait til the weather gets a bit warmer.

[@zachary6482]

You sould try a Canadian MRE if you've never had one, fairly different from the US one. Just hope to avoid getting one with an omelet in it haha. Love the videos, keep up the good work.

[@RCD566]

There's nothing wrong with the omelet...as a pre heater for your "Mukks."😂

[@rogue_hunterspz4415]

I really like the sound of quaint cracking of the trees due to a windy days. it really reminds me of my comfy childhood days

[@TheLonelyPath]

Well done brother. I love these type of videos. Always so informative, with practical uses of the minimal gear choices. Appreciate you man. Cheers!

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@bernarddeboeck8405]

I really recommend the French/Belgian RCIR's. Really nice and good flavour! Offcourse, the Swedish and Norwegian MRE from Real Turmat are the absolute best!

[@chuckjohnson5383]

Try the South Korean MRE...if you like kimchi

[@thegeordiefellwalker8878]

Love the minimalist vids 👌 bushcraft as it's meant to be🔥👍

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks 👍been a while since I’ve done this sort of content.

[@moorshound3243]

Personally I like my extras, if I can haul it happily I will. So whiskey & cigars, extra socks, water filter, frankfurters bacon & mustard. Not much more but you get the gist.

[@cowboyroy1961]

I TRULY enjoyed this change of pace, minimalist trip mate! Thank you so much for providing us with another exceptional video. Always something to be learned and your passion for this stuff shines through every time. Cheers!👍👍

[@wolf1066]

I've always used the early flame to boil water - largely because my *first* priority after getting the fire lit, is a coffee! The time spent waiting to get a suitable bed of embers for cooking is best spent drinking coffee, in my opinion.

[@ek-nz]

Came here for the camping episodes, stayed for the camping episodes. This was a really good one too.

[@fletchv1]

I'd actually love to see you and Bear doing a long video or series of videos like this and compare camp styles

[@FormulaZR]

10:10 "That's not going anywhere" is a critical phrase that must be uttered out loud any time something is secured with cord, strap, etc. I am surprised I haven't seen that tip in one of TA's top 10 vids yet.

[@tennesseesmoky9012]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience in this series. I think that it is always beneficial to go back to the basic woodcraft skills occasionally. Minimizing the equipment that you carry into the woods is one sure way for you to revisit your skill set. Your video stressed the importance of skill practice and refinement. Thanks again for your willingness to share with us. - Tennessee Smoky

[@J0MBi]

A wool blanket with a waxed canvas layer sewn into it is a nice idea, coming straight from the real olden days of out door life, and I can imagine the quality and finish of this item is great. But it's also pretty easy to replicate at a fraction of the price, if you don't have 175 quid to spare.

[@mistermoi1]

As a beginner, learning a lot from you. Thank you and keep up the good work.

[@riderinsanjose337]

Very well shot and spoken. Good work on restoring the campsite. Great information. It's a pleasure listening to you. 👍👍

[@TAOutdoors]

Cheers!

[@longrider42]

Interesting choices for five items. Normally it would be. 1. Cover/Shelter 2. Cordage 3. Combustion 4. Container 5. Cutting. But you've added 6. Calories, which most people do not think about. Yes, I used to teach wilderness survival, and the 5 C's. I've added two more. Calories, which I've already mentioned and 7. Communication, and I'm not talking cell phone. I'm talking about a Whistle, Signal Mirror and or Signal Panel. I have the 12cm Zebra Billy Pot, I've heard about the 10cm one, but I'm not sure they are sold any more. Any ways, stay safe and have fun. For cutting I'd carry my Cold Steel Norse Hawk, when the head is off the handle you have an Ullu knife. Plus something to pound in stakes.

[@farrenbeaulieu6200]

Hallelujah Jesus 😁 🤩 😍

[@lesstraveledpath]

The lack of signaling in the 10C's has always annoyed me when thinking about the "72 hour scenario." The goal is to last, as comfortably as possible, until you are rescued - either self rescue or external rescue. Signaling is critical.

[@longrider42]

@@lesstraveledpath So what are your 10 C's?

[@lesstraveledpath]

@@longrider42 I don't build my bag with C's....I tend to think about kits to solve the various problems caused by an "unplanned" night out. In no particular order, I have gear to address the following needs: 1. Shelter 2. Fire 3. Water 4. Navigation 5. First Aid 6. Signaling 7. Food Contained in there are overlapping bits of gear to meet my needs, in my environment, to my standard. The clothing I wear tends to be sized for "moderate activity" and not for "sitting still, indefinitely" - so some supplemental layers may be needed in the kit. The 10 C's are a clever nemonic, but are not really sufficient for planning for the "lost hiker" or "hurt hunter" "72 hour scenario." YMMV.

[@longrider42]

@@lesstraveledpath Yeah, well clothing I kind of take for granted. But I've hiked a lot in Yellowstone and Rocky Mountain National Park, and I've seen people wearing some stupid shoes for one thing. Your kit is well thought out, but what about a knife, or hatchet or a tomahawk? Although, that is something that guys like us take for granted. :)

[@mikedelacruz3135]

Awesome episode Mike!! Love that you brought back a camping episode. Please try do bring more of them as well as your choice of content. Cheers Brother, from California 🇺🇸 🍻👊🏼😎🤙🏼

[@jimmyfish5388]

Another great episode. You’re always great to watch with lots of great ideas to takeaway . Keep up the great work you’re an inspiration

[@djking44151]

That wool blanket looks like the real deal. What an awesome bit of kit.

[@joshuaogorman7589]

This channel has always been my fav outdoor channel. It helps me alot and shows me what i can do with such minimal gear. Love the channel keep up the great videos!

[@EzeAdventurer]

Awesome one Mikey, video format/style reminds me of your earlier content, which I personally really loved. Good little outing to get the adventure juices flowing. Nice one mate.

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks Eze! More to come 👍🏻

[@jackwalker1361]

Could have used the lid you left on the can as a spoon. As a prepper/ camper/ survivalist it comes in handy I love your videos you are a very big reason I've gotten back into it

[@Zanaze_banane]

"There seems to be a distinct lack of tea" hahaha someone please GIF that

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Fake. Scammer

[@moorshound3243]

French MRE's are the best, they are heavy but well worth it in winter when you need a proper meal.

[@ResonatorProductions]

You’re still making excellent content Mike 👍 I have a French MRE that I haven’t dared open yet, but I consider the British MRE’s to be one of the best.

[@evelyngengan8213]

I think you should do some south African MRE's please

[@FreezyAbitKT7A]

We have some fungi that grows on cactus in the Southwest that people make tea from. The lid of the MRE is a spoon

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Fake. Scammer.

[@varin5749]

Love the minimal gear challenges, it's nice to see you overnighting again.

[@LifeEnemy]

I saw the title and you got me thinking about my "5 items." Makes sense they'd be so similar haha Knife, pot, fire steel, cord, and a tarp :p

[@forestcookingID]

I absolutly love these educational bushcrafts video. One of the best outdoor camping video i've ever seen. Probably the most rhrough bushcrafts guide 10/10. Greeting from indonesia 🪓 🇲🇨.

[@jaymeswheeler]

I love that you justify your water. You justify your camera bag and headlamp. Yet we believe you've got five items. Amazing show as always you make me laugh over here in the great state of Utah

[@simonwoodward438]

I have a spare army wool blanket and fancy getting hold of some waxed cloth to knock up a swag roll. Great video I enjoyed the content

[@dealtanace]

mans you are awesome my guy, dont know how i ended up on outdoor youtube but i do not regret it

[@martinwarner1178]

One of the French solders, in his retreat from Moscow, took with him a kilo of black Russian tea. He said that it refreshed him every night. I went on a survival weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The group of three(two) said that we should have nothing in the line of food, I insisted on my teabags. The other two was soon begging from me! Hunger made us so alert for things to eat. It was late October, in England, we found roots, fruit and seeds. Peace be unto you.

[@Azelethros_OG]

I really enjoyed this. It's nice to see the basics in function. Thank you for sharing your knowledge of survival!

[@KettleCamping]

Nice outing .. pretty neat blanket / tarp. Can’t imagine it was terribly warm out overnight. You’re made of tough stuff. Thanks for a very interesting video. Cheers!

[@manuelllorca4000]

Mike, you better read first the menu that is in English. They are beans with chorizo and bacon (fabada asturiana) and as a Spaniard, the Spanish MREs are tbe best and more complete.

[@MrWalko]

The 5 items you picked satisfy the top 5 of Dave Canterbury's "10 'Cs' of survival". They're the items that are hardest to produce in nature. It makes them a very smart choice of items.

[@MrWalko]

Cutting tool Combustion device Cover Container Cordage

[@craigmooring2091]

I enjoyed this as a sort of flashback to your early KZbin days. Can't go wrong with this stuff.

[@fjpruge]

Hey, I hope you are doing good! Your videos are so very relaxing for me. You are doing a great job.

[@MisterLerebel]

For military rations, go for the French ones if you can. Nice video, always happy to watch your content 😊

[@storbunlimitedbushcraft6996]

You've inspired me to do my own minimal gear episode dude! Thanks Mike. Great Video mate chat soon 🤙🏽

[@TAOutdoors]

Cheers bud!

[@YukiiReyes]

Best bushcraft channel I've seen

[@vivirdeaventuras]

I love the minimalist camping concept and the wey you show the skills in field the realistic wey! Tks for share, hug from Argentina!

[@thomasdrew8744]

Really enjoyed that. Thanks! I’ve tried a few of the Spanish Ration packs and thought they were excellent. Really tasty and varied. Definitely worth trying another one. But think I tried the dinners not lunch or breakfast.

[@perrywaaz3660]

😂 That might have been the most creative and hilarious NordVPN add I've ever seen

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Mike . 🐺

[@GoingSoloOutdoors]

Love the overnight videos! This one definitely didn’t disappoint! 👍👍

[@Grzechu666]

Polish MREs are really good as well as French are apparently good as well. Great video, I think these kind of vids are my favorites. Cheers!

[@wulliescottishoutdoors]

Hahaha well they 5 things escalated mate 😂✊🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TAOutdoors]

😂

[@rtepsutlaf]

Proud to be subscribed to your channel with a extraordinary content! 👍🏻 Go on mate

[@johnwyman5939]

Nicely done video. Glad your back out in the woods... 🇺🇸🇺🇸🪓🔪👍👍

[@AntSurviveTheNight]

Gets the blood pumping Survival challenge doesn't it Mike I bet. I've not tried one of these camps before. That was fun! Good gear choice and that tarp/blanket was just great! Yeah I'm not sure about this MRE selection mate, it didn't look too appealing haha but least it packed a few calories for the 24hrs. Hope that creeking tree wasn't too bad dude. Big thanks Mike 👍

[@Mumbles274]

I can tell you work hard on production and have a great photography style with your videos and editing. Great little overnight. I find the rations sections really intersting. Would love to know what Japanese or Chinese or Indian MREs sould be like, south america would be intersting too

[@tolik5929]

Mine would be : low profile , 1 man tent , queen size wool blanket , soviet VDV mess kit , cold steel bushman bowie , cold steel pipe hawk . tent ( obvious reason ) queen size wool blanket : large size , allows for many configurations . Soviet DVD mess kit : made as an all in one unit for paratroopers , so you get a boiler pot , a fty pan , and a canteen , all in one . Bushman bowie : it comes with a ferro rod built into the sheath , designed to be made into a spear if need be . Pipe hawk : I have been abusing one for years , bites into wood deep , for as light as it is , doubles as hammer , and weapon .

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

Old school TA Outdoors bushcrafting overnighter! Happy times.👍

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Scammer. Fake. Watch out

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

@@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897 No worries mate, seen loads of these lately, reported him as soon as he responded - Cheers for the heads up though. Greatly appreciated. 👍

[@terrydunlin]

Great to see you roughing it, would love to see you do a 24 hour camp like this again but perhaps catch or gather your food and water? Love the channel brilliant information and regularly tune in. 👍🏻

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Watch out for this scammer. False prize. Did it to me

[@terrydunlin]

@@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897 hi yes thanks. I kind of thought it was so I just deleted it.

[@TheSphinnxx]

Why not make a seperate playlist with outdoor meals so you can critique them ;) Would love to see what the Dutch military gives as a MRE ( or WOL)

[@penelope_skye]

I know I'm about a week late but I recommend you try and get hold of a Korean MRE they have always sparked my interest in the meals they have

[@visnuexe]

This is just like a bugout trip, only the food for one day should be for at least for three days if it were a bugout for real. Water would be a crying need for a multi day trip with 2 liters.. A minimal pack is necessary if planning to walk a good hike too. It is a good idea to actually practice a minimal gear sorti a few times. It builds confidence, no doubt. And really, one learns a few nights out on a sleep out one doesn't need a lot of convenience items to carry. T hank you for your doing and sharing this!

[@bryanferia3686]

Thanks buddy awesome video thank you so much keep up the great work mike Your the best at bushcraft and you videos and your voice make me feel calm thank you!:)

[@TAOutdoors]

Ahh cheers! Definitely not the best, but most certainly enjoy it and creating the videos for you guys

[@elickes]

I have learned that "minimalist camping" translates to "here's why these items don't count". :) Nicely done. I envy your wool/oilcloth combo. Did it come with the harness?

[@matthewkilner]

Nice hack with the shelter-blanket. I think I need one of those.

[@MrGrahamg01]

Great to see you in an overnight video again 👍 looks like you had a great time too. Thanks for sharing 👏👏👏

[@canoeinginthewild]

you are always spot on. that's genuinely nice skill. the shop has only quality items, i always want to get. (so, i must see this video for performance 🙂)

[@DanteTheHellsinger]

So, from my recollection, the French Rations were the ones my buddies and I always tried to trade for. That is almost like gourmet food in a can by comparison to anything else we tried. Also, if you know how, there is a way to fold a spoon out of the top of the lid. Just gotta rub the edge on a rock so it isn't sharp. Obviously better to do with a multi-tool, so not as easy to do in a video like this, but something to consider in the future, Cheers Bud

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Watch out. I think thats a scammer. They did the same to me. Said i won an iphone. And to pay shipping.

[@DanteTheHellsinger]

@@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897 Thanks, but I kinda figured that one out. It led to an entirely empty page with like six followers. If it had been legit there would have been way more than that. I appreciate you anyways

[@mikstrixful]

Do love when I find another down to earth KZbinr who just makes great content!!! Got a lot to catch up on 😂

[@Ontariosaurus]

The Canadian MREs are quite good, from what some of my friends in the CAF say anyway. The menu items look pretty reasonable. (might be hard to get as Canada shipped about 300k to Ukraine, but maybe make some inquiries)

[@daveh7720]

Bonus: The Canadian IMP (Individual Meal Pack, their version of the MRE) often contains the ever popular "pain hamburger." (Which is French for "hamburger bread.") Rather than including sliced bread or a roll, they have a hamburger bun.

[@chasepetty5659]

Have you thought about doing the alone challenge that they have on Netflix. You might do good on that one cause they only allow you to five to ten items. Seems pretty challenging but could be fun. Also it’s good seeing you be in the woods again 👍

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Watch out false prize scammer

[@FishatDT]

"Unless you are bear grylls" :D That one came unexpected haha

[@Moewenfels]

I think atomic shrimp had french MRE and those looked pretty nice :)

[@bobbytate9907]

Just five items! Not including my backpack! Or a load of drink! Or my torch! Or my medical supplies! Or my camera gear! Or a book of matches! Or some paper! Or some flammable tablets! Or a mini-stove! Or two massive pre-packed meals with vitamin drinks! Or some hand wipes! Or a toothbrush! Or some toothpaste! I worry he may not survive 😕

[@nathandebue9209]

I'd love to buy a blanket like yours, any chance your friend has a website? Please

[@TAOutdoors]

Yes, I’ve put it in the video description 👍🏻

[@nathandebue9209]

@@TAOutdoors I can't find it XD

[@rikimaru1007]

Click more on the description and its the 2nd link down

[@benjak02t]

I've just found your channel and been binge watching and figured out that I used to watch your dad's fishing channel years ago

[@redneckhippy2020]

My 5 items for a single nighter. Hammock, sleeping bag, tarp, axe...and a case of beer. In Canada we call it a bush party. Right now it's a warm -11C with a few inches of snow. I think you'd need a bigger blanket, lol.

[@Section8_704]

From across the pond, safely and proudly not poisoned 💉 Great vid Mike. Minimal is always best. The more you know, the less you carry. Blessings from Marty & Angie in North Carolina, USA

[@b.griffin317]

Recommended MREs: Italian, Ukrainian.

[@thizizliz]

Good one. It's amazing how little you need! Well done. Best to you & your family!

[@janemillard1754]

Always enjoy your content Mike.