5 Unusual Survival Items For The Outdoors

[@taunokekkonen5733]

Lars, so you know, the social distancing recommendation was 2m, not 200km. Lots of love from Finland.

[@General_Confusion]

The Kung Flu got lost on the way to Lars house.

[@taunokekkonen5733]

@@General_Confusion yea you take a wrong turn and you end up in the gulag!

[@DarkMetaOFFICIAL]

😂 I stay at least five km from all people just to be safe

[@yannikoloff7659]

by the time Lars get out of Russian wilderness, WWIII will be over

[@alfredlear4141]

"Let me show you it's features" Jorge would be proud!

[@Romin.777]

Without reading i wrote the exact same comment. Then i saw yours and let you have the credits. :))

[@mrbigolnuts3041]

Wow that's quite an honor for Jorge!

[@Romin.777]

@@mrbigolnuts3041 The other way around would be an way bigger honor. Joerg Sprave is a very populair youtuber, he even battled them in court.

[@aumann0452]

Jesus its Jörg, or Joerg if your keyboard isn't able to do umlauts, but not Jorge, he's German not a mexican

[@kerrymcmanus9188]

I was gonna say that,its very Funky Lars

[@silence5813]

THANK YOU MR. YOU HAVE A GOOD HEART AND ALWAYS CEEP BEING YOURSELF.

[@VIPER410]

Definitely some good items to have. One thing I got for christmas was a power bank that has a solar panel to change it when it was empty. Thanks for sharing Lars

[@SurvivalRussia]

That is awesome! If need be it can make fire too :)

[@kaizoebara]

Come to think of it... a small drone could also prove rather useful for navigation. Especially in the forest. They can fly way above the canopy and you could use it to make out landmarks like roads etc in the distance.

[@rayfox212]

Nice one

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Thanks for the tip on 'protecting/saving' the FireFly striker. It 'strikes' me as strictly for emergency use. I own that Swiss knife.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Yes it is a backup of course. A little too expensive for everyday use I would say.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

@@SurvivalRussia :- And delicate. But if you don't mind the expense ( a package will outfit several SAK's) a handy addition to the emergency survival/bugout kit

[@snowfox5280]

I really love the idea of using that second blade as a brace to not break the "fire starter" You taught me something there. Thanks.

[@miguelsanchez8238]

" LET ME SHOW IT'S FEATURES" Joerg Spraves Russian cousin ,love it! Great video.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thanks! 😃

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

For those who want more info on the wire in Lars' wire/nail kit...the wire is often called "mechanic's wire" sold in spools in hardware stores. But stainless steel wire is also available...used to hang picture frames, and also available in small to large spools.

[@josephflowers3003]

I would like to thank all of Russian People for donating all the medical supplies to The USA and remember what you see on the news is not what America is about God bless

[@MuskratOutdoors]

I'll second that!

[@MegaBrenda1970]

So true!! It is sad how we are portrayed! I thank any and all who has helped the American people!! ❤️❤️

[@tinkmarshino]

that is why you always carry a map and compass in the woods with you.. as my grandfather taught me plan for the worse and hope for the best.. I like those 5 items.. especially the nails and wire they would make a good trip wire around the camp also along with all the other good uses for them.. thanks Lars.. you keep safe also..

[@SurvivalRussia]

I sometimes just draw up a map if I go to new areas. If I'm not carrying a compass, then I stick to the areas I know and stay on the logging trails. It's too easy to get turned around here. Very few landmarks and very flat :)

[@tinkmarshino]

​@@SurvivalRussia Good plan! even in areas of the deep woods you are used to traveling in a map is essential.. the best of all maps is the one you draw yourself from memory.. that way you can put in reference spots like (mountains for some of us) certain unusual things that you know of there.. I always take a map a compass and a small printer with me every time I go out in the woods.. I carry other things also depending on how far a field I am going.. but those three every time.. Sure love your channel Lars.. thanks for keeping it going for us.. you and your family stay safe..

[@samdill36]

i have a kukri that i bought in katmandu in 1969, completely handmade, the kind of quality that is hard to find. it's been a prized possession ever since, a real pleasure to use, look at, or hold in my hand

[@MontanaWelldigger]

Hey you guys don't forget to watch the commercials, with all the time on your hands you got no excuse. If you watch them, Lars makes some money!!

[@crankymonkey4550]

4min weird song ads doesn't bother me, just for little bit help for the channel....

[@tiortedrootsky]

Yeah. I should turn off adblock for this channel.

[@oprov46]

It shows me in the ads "4Patriots Mini Solar Cell", does anybody tried It?

[@casualobserver3145]

For Lars....I’ll do it.

[@stephenwebb9167]

thanks, I didn't know that

[@wadejustanamerican1201]

Good advice, thank you very much.

[@jasonvsd]

I usually have several "printers" when out and about.

[@jasonlaughon2897]

Never thought of putting nails in my EDC. Thanks for the idea.

[@martyshannon7542]

The Farmer and Wire !! I can relate. Bailing wire fixes alot of things before the 500 lbs round hay bails became common in the U.S.

[@MichaelR58]

Lars, great items , nice to visit with you again, always a pleasure.i really enjoy the drone footage. I hope this finds you well, stay safe. God bless !

[@miniwetwegrow8564]

Lars, I thought Silky saw would be the first :) A great movie, like an advertisement for new viewers. Greetings from Poland and health for Your Family!

[@johnwakamatsu3391]

I like this survival video because you have to be prepared for survival especially if you are alone.

[@klausbaumann9293]

Hi from laporte Indiana.. I'm enjoying another video of yours today..I would love to live in your area do to very few people around and I always wanted to live in the middle of the woods.

[@redstedman]

"Let's get it on!!!". I always carry. Love the nail kit. Yes baling wire and duct tape can fix everything.

[@TheBuell49]

It's always great too see You! Uplifting for me and I'm sure many others around the world In the times were all living in now! Thanks David!

[@madmikeswe]

07:16 The Forest Spirit reminding you to give her some offerings - Food or Schnaps, does not matter. Keep up the good work and stay safe Lars! Love your vids!

[@Skywalker52Blocks]

When people think ah living in solitary must suck. Everybody in fear. This guy chilling enjoying nature. Id rather be this guy in a fallout

[@Skywalker52Blocks]

@@zed9955 big city to this . Yeah he's isolated and that's not a bad thing

[@walternickerson7829]

Lars on the Norfolk,Va. Police Division we had a phrase for someone you could trust without fail "he's a keeper". you and your family always fulfill that description. I have followed you for many years now and you never fail. Keep doing what you are doing because it reinforces my faith that outside government and politics their are people everywhere we can relate to, same dreams same passions for the out doors. By the way you first choice is patterned after the weapon I carried in Viet Nam and it served me well. Semper Fi.

[@christopherellis2663]

Da, survival means staying alive, not playing clever fools without tools. La supravivencia

[@tennisbum3686]

You said it! Clever fools and idiots will not survive!

[@patriotpioneer]

Best Channel on KZbin....!

[@meyes1098]

7:16 GHOST RUCKSACK!!!

[@MuskratOutdoors]

Good video as always Lars. I like seeing different things like this instead of the "normal" survival gear.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@SurvivalRussia]

How's things going in your neck of the woods?

[@MuskratOutdoors]

@@SurvivalRussia Idaho has 1,089 cases last I saw, but Idaho is broken up into counties. We live in Lemhi county with no known cases, so where we are, it's not bad......yet. I hope everyone near you are also healthy. I hope this will be over soon, but I bet not. Stay away from the Zombies! HA!

[@crimsonbear9336]

Another great vid! I saw your wire/nail kit before and I belive I commented on it then , but my pawpaw showed this to me when I was bout 10, 60 now and have one in all 5 of my packs . Again my friend Thanx..

[@Romin.777]

If get lost there you're in an instant survival situation.. wow. Long time ago i bought a real kuhkri in Nepal, but i sold it back home. Always regreted it. That thing was awesome. I like printing tools. Or mass accelerators as TaoFledermaus calls them. ;) Thankfully my country isn't on a hard lockdown so next week i will be out in the woods camping and practicing my aim and want to try a frictionfire. Take care Lars Greetings to the Mrs and the ninjas 🌲🌲💛🌲🌲

[@kz900dohc]

We really enjoy All your videos. Awesome content always. Keep having fun out there! ;)

[@tennisbum3686]

With the biting flies and mosquitoes, Lots of fun !

[@sj81252]

Lars, one of my favorite multi-tool items is tweezers.....an absolute necessity for removing splinters, barbs, etc. Good video, as always! Steve Florida, USA

[@Roman-Sedykh]

i am sure he has them in his swiss knife.

[@VarvasNukka]

I've found small multitools with pliers cover this fairly well. Pliers in general are extremely handy in many situations.

[@brushbum7508]

That's a great use on the Firefly Lars. TAKE CARE..

[@nunamvseravno]

Awesome view of your surroundings Lars! I personally carry all of the same items (except the "printer") when I go "camping".

[@davidberry6046]

Lars, that wire you wrapped around those nails is called "mechanics wire" here in the USA. No competent mechanic would ever be caught without a roll of it, as it is absolutely indispensable for so many uses in the shop. Using it as a wrapping for those nails is pure genius! I've been carrying some of them with me in my 4X4 lately and you're right, 'cause it is so very useful when out in the "boonies," of which we have a lot here in Wyoming. Thanks for the tip and God bless you and yours!

[@citomp1240]

I think the best things I learned from this channel is 1 Siberian log fire 2 Silky saw 3 Wool 4 Printer ;-)

[@caitgems1]

Weather looks great over there.

[@richardsumner4214]

THANKS Lars !!!

[@sksupply]

Along with a power bank if one chooses to carry one I found the Anker 25W folding solar panel which really completed the package. Great video.

[@mrbigolnuts3041]

I have the same, great as they are light and so you only need a small power bank

[@gregkahle9046]

Awesome idea/addition!

[@bmxdoe]

As long as you have sun, I'd say go for it, but if it's winter or a rainy season then it's not that awesome

[@sksupply]

@@bmxdoe Anker panels are awesome. I get 15W or so in heavy cloud cover. Quite slower but still works.

[@tarstakars]

I'm in the states and i wouldn't scoff at the rubber round printing tool.

[@survivortechharold6575]

It would definitely put the hurt on someone and persuade them to leave you alone.

[@casualobserver3145]

Ditto! I ain’t scoffing either. Heck, even one of the latest evolution of slingshots (catapult, in the UK) also prints extremely well.

[@Namesi]

From a legal standpoint I would think rubber rounds would also demonstrate an intention of non lethality.

[@MrZaggy]

I think its a great idea - almost all of the time that will be plenty to dissuade man or beast to just leave you alone.

[@cameronrichardson1576]

It also looks real enough, if somebody pointed it at me I would assume it was.

[@casualobserver3145]

The ability to make a fire is a good, good thing!

[@fumasterchu12]

Another informative video Lars, and I like the items you chose. I think that Rajah II is awesome, hard to find though. I have the Rajah III and it's great. I also really like that Makorov looking rubber ball gun. It would not feel good to get hit with that thing. Stay safe brother, and have a great weekend~cheers~

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thank you and stay cool :)

[@gregklitsch6149]

Lars! You forgot one of my favorite ultralight items and I know one of yours too, bicycle inner tube!

[@MuskratOutdoors]

After his tip on that, I have carried a few strips in my pocket every day, year round for going on two years now.

[@barrywebber100]

Like your jacket Lars, it has a nice pattern and colours. Thanks for posting.

[@kingsxfan99]

Survival Russia, social distancing since before it was the cool thing to do. I wish I could get one of those rubber stamp printers in NJ too.

[@avrevs]

i like how everything fits in your back pocket!

[@jefflatham3247]

Bear spray might be a good idea Lars. Great video....

[@motaman8074]

Hey Lars, I'm " flicking " my Rajah2 while I watch the video. I just started Patreon for the channel and I really feel like I'm part of something worthwhile. Thanks for the awesomeness!

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thank you very much Matt! I appreciate your effort.

[@chrisosh9574]

Nails and wire are good for so many things.

[@Mothinabox]

Excellent! I love my FireFly.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Me too!

[@jeffsmith5084]

Practical and sensible as always Lars. Well done.

[@rixxy9204]

I remember the time we got to go outside. Those were good days...

[@dstorm7752]

Loved the Big John McCarthy reference!

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Nice video Lars! Some people will never understand the concept of the vast Boreal forest. Survival tools include a brain and not leaving things to chance 😀 Best wishes Michael

[@scriptonite2182]

I always carry a hot glue stick and a lighter it's great for various repairs and fixing equipment. Taking up little space in pouch

[@kurkruk70]

There is no way I would go out without your 5th survival tool. It is a life or death survival tool. It can hands down save your life in the worst of situations. Very good to include it in your list. I think its probably in a lot of the big channels list, they just don't include it for fear of the almighty youtube.... lol

[@bigboyblue7181]

Love your channel. Its totally awesome.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thanks!

[@tigsmaw]

Times are Tough financially but as soon as I get back to work I’ll be buying one of your new shirts

[@tosharollins6641]

I already loved the channel...but when you hit the Joerge Sprave "let me show you it's features" I fell out 😂😂...that was awesome!!!!!

[@SurvivalRussia]

🤭

[@stanlindert6332]

We call that stepping through the snow thing... post holing. Like your channel

[@oprov46]

Lars, when you speak about the big survival channels on KZbin I don't know what you talking about, you are the big channel and that's it... If you put on your merch stuff some gas masks, gloves and bleach - Amazon have to build Airport in your village...

[@johnboyd6709]

5 th one would be the first i would carry 👍

[@thatotherguyoutdoors]

i think the printing tool is an awesome addition given tour situation. love the videos

[@jodeluna62]

That's A Lot Of Outback Room Out There! Good Video Lars!

[@adayinthelife5496]

Awesome list. Very practical items.

[@George1mac]

Anyone who thinks you cannot get lost or lose your bearings in flat areas like where you are at have little sense or have never been in such an environment. Our area in Tennessee has mountains and once over a ridge, it is possible to get lost, but at least you have some peaks and elevation to reference your location. What I have found in hunting in different locations is that the flat areas are easier to lose your bearings and get lost because you have no peaks or reference points. It is easier to wander in circles because everything looks the same if you just turn around. Your advice about keeping some survival gear while out is sound and reflects common sense.

[@erikmccord4868]

I absolutely love the nails and wire combo awesome !!! I frequently carry nails but never gave wire a thought, even though I use it frequently around the house. So I'm heading to the shop to assemble some kits right now before I get sidetracked. Lol

[@eqlzr2]

Your videos are about the best of their kind, Lars. All of the items you mentioned hit the moose-eye. Thx! I think your pistol may actually be even more useful than you think. Not only could it scare away an unwanted beast, but it could bring human assistance in an emergency. I remember you had a video where distant gunfire got your attention and you investigated. A 12 gauge flare-gun like we use on recreational boats around here could be even better, altho most here would not use it on dry land because of the risk of wildfire.

[@brettlaw920]

You can also whittle a piece of wood to act as a support for the Firefly if you don't have a second knife. Just strip the bark off a stiff piece of hardwood. Do that with any ferro rod that is near the end of its lifespan for emergency use or to get the most out of it. As far as equipment free survival, I would say you live in a death zone. Without the right equipment, a human will die. The only reason relatively primitive cultures could survive there is they had already mastered the foundations of cold weather survival by the time they got there, and they brought tools and clothing with them. Even then, they would still die under exceptional conditions.

[@CarlJones14]

Great video.👍

[@ikadan]

Lars! You are solid in this video! Props! I wish i could like this again. (bIG THUMBS UP!)

[@Rdeboer]

I always take a few Outwell Tarzan pegs with me if I'm going to be pitching my tent in a windy location. They're basically nine-inch nails with a cross-bar welded on, and I use those to anchor the tent at the start of the pitch so that there's no chance that the loop can slip over the end of the peg and losing the tent to the wind.

[@lonniet.2816]

I carry when camping or off roading in the USA. Just a good practice.

[@brennenmunro499]

I am pretty certain that if you have to point your "rubber-projectile" printing tool... no one is going to question you about whether it fires rubber or lead projectiles! Thank you Lars, I have been enjoying that you have been posting again, and I wanted to say congratulations on passing your examination in Moscow. All the best to your family, and also to Tanta Galina! Munro

[@bobwire9214]

Great meeting you, would have enjoyed a hot drink with you there. Waving a hand from Massachusetts.

[@wazza33racer]

God bless you Lars! Give us a survival tip on how to deal with being lost.

[@BushCampingTools]

Yeah the power bank is a great idea for emergency power for communication if it's possible.

[@detroitredneckdetroitredne6674]

I had one of those 45 printing tools I was able to re barrel it. Now it uses heavy very heavy 230 heavy Non rubber buttons

[@joeyjones9041]

Big John McCarthy is awesome, I've been a fan of UFC since Royce Gracie won the 1st UFC. Cool to see Russian Fatwood. Stay safe during this outbreak.

[@sismofytter]

In a cold climate always keep the powerbank warm :-)

[@MOOSEDOWNUNDER]

I like it Lars. Especially the last one. Makes sense.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thanks mate :)

[@heinekenboy6901]

hey great video i,m saving my money for that great tent with the wood stove

[@georgemcmillan9172]

Lars, not that I go anywhere without it, but especially when I'm out in the wilderness, I carry my trusty 1911 .45acp pistol, and usually a 12ga pump shotgun, or a long gun. Here in Florida, we have an abundance of wild boar, and black bears as well as Gatahs! It's unfortunate that in Russia you cannot own firearms other than for hunting...

[@joeyjones9041]

There's also boa constrictors and venomous snakes like a rattlesnake. Sorry an armada of idiots are flooding into your state. Here in Tennessee, tons of morons from Ohio are coming here to party on the lake and buy everything in the grocery stores. It's really pissing people off including myself. Stay home ffs.

[@joeyjones9041]

@Phil Hall i live in Tennessee and yeah we got bears, cougars, and coyotes. We also have rattlesnakes, copperheads, and cottonmouths. Most of those are pretty rare tho. Out of all those in my entire life in the woods, I've only came across one rattlesnake, i was 7 years old. I just slowly backed away and went around it.

[@vagabondroller]

Don’t forget crazy toothless tweekers.

[@MikesFoggyIdea]

That Arial shot reminded me that you don't use your old opening sequence anymore, I kinda miss it.

[@SurvivalRussia]

I will make a new one when time permits :)

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Lars .

[@Wild-Siberia]

So cool! Thats looks like the Swiss army knife you used when we walked in the forest for the first time and you showed me how to light a fire! Editing to add that its amazing to know you and I used these items when you took me out there Legend.

[@SurvivalRussia]

That is the knife indeed :)

[@gringo3009]

Good stuff! And yes, here in the U.S, we love our 2nd Amendment right to possess and carry 24/7.

[@michaelhoran955]

Excellent advice.

[@isaacsurvival6873]

I hope You're doing well my friend! Keep these videos coming! Personally I like fixed blade kukris but a foldable one sure seems cool.

[@johnr.1749]

Never tried it but citadel one seems very good. I noticed Kukris are a bit popular in Canada. Seems fit for cold. Not the horn handle ones though.

[@tiortedrootsky]

This micro ferro rod makes much more sense now. Great!

[@mwallace2922]

Love your stuff thanks for posting.🇦🇺

[@northwoodsrat6686]

Your drone footage clearly shows just how serious getting lost in the Russian Taiga could be - very sobering, man. No place to be without one's map & compass. Awesome tip on keeping the thin S.A.K. ferro rod from possibly breaking - perfect! BTW, Cold Steel products rock; I never set foot in the backcountry without my SRK and Trail Hawk - ever. Thanks Lars for this fine channel. Wishing you and your family safety in these crazy times.

[@caryreed1563]

Hello Lars. Fabulous channel. I really appreciate your down to earth style and no nonsense approach to survival and life of the out doors. Could I ask from you a link to where I could find that folding kukuri? Thanks in advance, and stay well to you and your family from mine in Northern British Columbia Canada.

[@MegaBrenda1970]

Love watching your videos! So interesting!!!nice gun too!!

[@BCVS777]

Not a hill or mountain anywhere to get a bearing. Cloudy sometimes for days. Heavy timber. Hard to not get lost out there!

[@royjennison3916]

love it great vid

[@jimf1964]

Hey, weren't you just having spring the other day?🙂 I'm certainly not a real expert in the forest, but I've spent a fair amount of time. Enough anyway, to know that on cloudy days, it is so easy to loose you're bearings. Especially when it's so flat like where you are. I remember once, I was so sure it was a certain direction, that I didn't believe my compass..... That only happened once. Even a day hike can turn bad, and a little kit is always wise.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Yup :) We got a smaller snowstorm, but it's melting again now. That snow was so not needed!

[@jimf1964]

Survival Russia Most of southern Canada is clear now. Up north, not so much.

[@henrymoreland8719]

Looking forward to your hunting season videos thanks for this one.