Awesome Uses For Drinking Straws - "Tip Of The Week" E35

[@brown55061]

BRILLIANT! You have earned a sub sir!

[@valagal]

wow... you had me from the beginning. Fantastic video! I never would have guessed my beloved straws could be so useful!!! the hamsters in my head are thinking of all the things i can store in straws!!!

[@IntenseAngler]

+Valerie D Really glad to hear that you enjoyed this one Valerie :) Thanks for taking the time to watch, as well as leave such a kind comment :)

[@keybdcowby]

Genius! Never would've thought of straws as being a versatile storage device. Thanks for posting!

[@ritakisil1508]

Like the idea with the straws, especially for storing salt and pepper. The method of bending the straw and 'capping' it was very good too. Tx for sharing your great ideas.

[@IntenseAngler]

Thank you very much Rita. I'm glad to hear that you're enjoying the vids :) Hope you have a great weekend!

[@chuckjohnson9619]

I'm a retired USAF SERE Specialist and have to say this is an outstanding set of tips. Thanks.

[@Marialla.]

This is beautiful! I wouldn't have thought of bringing my OTC medicines this way, but it's simply brilliant! I can also see myself with a whole Altoids tin drinking straw spice rack in my next backpacking adventure! I'll be the envy of all my friends.

[@pappy451]

+Marialla ...thats how i store these,in a tin. also, use milkshake straws,they hold more.

[@swtsoph]

John, I'm amazed at how much I learn from you. I'm a lifelong outdoor enthusiast and I usually end up enjoying the outdoors solo (because no one in my life has the same passion) so everything I know about bush craft, I've had to learn on my own. You've given me so many ideas for staying safe and making the most of what I have. Many, many thanks!

[@SteveB357]

Re fishing kit: Reseal the straw, and you have a great bobber

[@DanielSultana]

wow, this deserves to be top comment, I was thinking something like finding a piece of floating material like a tiny stick or something as a bobber, I did not see it was just right there.

[@SteveB357]

If you cut a piece diagonally off the end, about 1/8" wide, you can slip that over the straw to attach the line.

[@nevinherren4466]

true very true

[@LynnLeFey1]

I have seen the method of sealing both ends. The fold over method is new to me, and very useful. Add that to how cheap and easily available straws are, and you've done a great service to the everyman. Thumbs up!

[@zythepsary]

Several things I figured out: jumbo straws are easier to fit things in! Standard drinking straws are more difficult to fit items inside, i.e pills, lotion/ointment, matches . I've also found that for putting in things like lotion/ointment, it's nice to leave both ends open until the tube is partially filled (it's the whole air escaping thing) and then seal both ends. I've found a plastic irrigation syringe greatly aids in inserting lotion/ointment. Great video, I LOVE these tips!

[@LeMayJoseph]

This is genius! I really like these.

[@IntenseAngler]

Thanks brother... much appreciated!

[@willyam9735]

+IntenseAngler IA, When you showed the survival fishing packet it gave me an idea. Make the straw package reuseable and then after all the stuff is removed, you can reseal the straw tube and use it as a bobber!

[@LeMayJoseph]

Will yam Dysinger interesting! I have seen him also use a straw to hold sinkers, so it would be perfect to take those out and then seal the straw back up for a bobber.

[@willyam9735]

But if the straw was made to be reused, you could loop the line around the bend then slide the little piece of straw back over the looped section to lock the line in pace as well as seal the resulting bobber from leaking!

[@LeMayJoseph]

Not sure if that would totally seal it, but I'm sure it would float for long enough. Sounds good!

[@superchap]

When you're done making a fishing line, you could probably reseal the straw and use it as a 'bobber'. That was a really fun and useful video. That was the first time I've seen someone seal a straw with a big lighter and a pair of pliers. I really enjoyed the fire starter application. Finally, the yoyo work was worthy of note as well.

[@Dabobeans]

What a very helpful video. Thanks so much.

[@IntenseAngler]

Thanks buddy. I'm glad that you enjoyed it! I appreciate the comment and thumbs up by the way :-) All the best!

[@lonermon]

excellent video. one recommendation . with the medications or pills , if possible use an orange colored straw. helps prevent ultraviolet light from degrading it ( same reason many prescription bottles are orange)

[@IntenseAngler]

+Turtle X Did not know that... learn something new everyday :) Thanks for passing that info along my friend... much appreciated.

[@Catastrofius]

+Turtle X Turtle is correct, but in the case of the outdoors clear is still a better choice simply because you can readily see the pill. UV rays are not going to come into play because the medication spends its time in your backpack.

[@Lifsun]

love the video, but this little piece of information is absolutely false. the colors of prescription bottles are simply tradition. visible color has zero effect on ultraviolet. you'd have to have an ultraviolet colored straw, and even that has its own range of colors. what matters is the medium the uv light is passing through. opaque straws should work better, but as mentioned by okhomestead, translucent / clear is better and degradation should be avoided if meds are kept in a backpack anyway.

[@practicesurvival_com1263]

Great idea my compliments. I use the bubble tea straws (much larger diameter) for all kinds of storage too.

[@jennymiller2023]

Good for travelers too, not just campers. Store small quantities of toothpaste, makeup, etc. to avoid going over the liquids limit at TSA. Especially love the recloseable cap idea. Thanks!

[@Liberty4Ever]

Yeah. If I tried to go through the TSA checkpoint with little homemade unlabeled plastic tubes of liquids and other mystery substances, I'd be water boarded at Camp X-Ray in lovely Guantanamo Cuba. It could be a fun prank on an ex-boyfriend. Make some of these, label them anthrax, RDX, C4, Ebola, weaponized smallpox, etc., and hide them in his luggage.

[@MrNathanmoe]

Liberty4Ever unlikely

[@jennymiller2023]

Liberty4Ever I've taken them through TSA many times. Never a problem.

[@MrNathanmoe]

Jenny Mertes​​. Agreed. Such a small amount just plop it in the liquids bag. Worst case scenario explain and TSA takes em away. I wanted to give props to the creator of this video and all other tip of the week vids. Extremely informative and great little life hack. All the people nit picking have nothing better to do. 

[@jeanious2009]

TSA will not allow straws filled with liquids on board a plane....especially when they look home made as these do. Not only will they look at you crazy but probably arrest you on the spot. That shit look it may be some type of poison.

[@CampSmarts]

Awesome! I had seen some of these uses before, but it was a great reminder at a great time! It was also nice to see other ways of using them. Drinking straws on the shopping list! Thanks for being so thorough and for your attention to detail! - Christine

[@archr610]

The only thing that would make these ideas better is if everyone packs out the straw pieces when done with them , lest we have little pieces of straws strewn about the woods. I know, I know, most of us are eco minded but this needed to be said for those that are slobs and don't care what they drop on the ground.

[@IntenseAngler]

+Jeff Krushinski Couldn't agree more. Thanks for taking the time to put that out there my friend. Happy Trails... -John

[@contentgoddess7218]

On that note, I’d like to also point out that I would not burn the firestarters (or any other) in a campfire. Leave no trace!

[@kevinwelsh8438]

A great way to protect the straws. Use the m&m minis plastic bottles. They come in different colors to help organize spices, first aid, etc.

[@dalejacksparrowson]

Could the straw with the oil and air bubble be used as of measuring if a surface is level?

[@Mgrtravel]

Excellent instructional video. Very rare to find such and educational video on youtube. Thanks for using your mind in a very productive way for the benefit of others. God bless you

[@jlen82]

John you are the man.

[@IntenseAngler]

+jlen82 Thanks for the kind words my friend... much appreciated :)

[@MsKestrela1]

Great tips! I especially like the 'spice bundle'...perfect for a couple of days on the trail. Well done vid!

[@SteveB357]

Re, fishing Kit: Reseal the straw and you have a great bobber

[@IntenseAngler]

Good thinking Brother! Thanks for passing that one along.

[@mrsmellstv3063]

Only if you use a colored straw so it would be better to see in the water

[@SteveB357]

Not my idea. KZbin has a video of complete instructions.

[@IntenseAngler]

My pleasure! It's always the simple things that seem to help us out the most, eh? :) Glad that you enjoyed this one... Thanks & All The Best!

[@ramsackdude]

I just want to know used for the store. Using the olive oil packet you made, you could utilise it as a level or theodolite

[@evanswuu7594]

Your presentation was brilliant! I am an engineer and I really appreciate your ingenuity.

[@lauradowns8091]

A good item to put in those straws is a good amount of spider wire to use as cordage if needed, in the case you have no paracord or rope. Or you just need some strong string.

[@livyboldt42]

all of these are amazing thanks! i am only 13 and my parents have brought me into the world of survival and back packing like making shelter,survival camps and other things! thanks for this video!

[@zeekplayz9176]

You just earned a another subscriber :)

[@rollounden8667]

two

[@matijacekanovic218]

Rollo Unden three

[@IntenseAngler]

Much appreciated! :)

[@bobkelly6167]

7

[@MrChicken420]

5000

[@predatorof08]

I have a new level of respect for straws now, thanks John.

[@davidsummers4802]

but you didn't tell them when it gets cold out the plastic straws split open. been there done that.

[@Goddess1Princess]

you could keep it close to your body like you do with a bic lighter

[@AlCapwndYou]

One of the best tips of the week I have seen so far. Very clever uses to be able to seal the straw to make just about any type of waterproof mini-container. Thanks a bunch!

[@travistibbs3523]

fill a whole straw with honey ( real honey ) it will give you enough energy to keep going or add it to tea to help with a sore throat or as a sweetener much healthier than sugar.

[@travistibbs3523]

honey never goes bad just don't mix it up with the ointments.

[@lawrencetrujillo65]

Use a larger straw to shoot the honey straw at a bear, and then run like hell to see which it chooses! LOL

[@sarahstrong7174]

@@travistibbs3523 Honey is a natural antiseptic so may be useful as an ointment too!

[@artgerhard2192]

You make great and easy to understand videos. We appreciate you attention to detail and the time and effort you put in to make these presentations.

[@BlaiseMibeck]

Clever!

[@davidbrewer4669]

Fantastic. One of the best ideas I have seen yet. The possibilities are endless for this application. Thank you very much.

[@frank4579]

Well that's a nice idea but I think you maybe forgot something. Burning plastic and leave it there in nature? Or did you pull it out afterwards and maybe even searched the clipped end? Being outdoor is nice because the nature is so nice. let's keep it that way.;)

[@chrisslyhuis5015]

Well in a real survival situation in which you could quite easily die, having that small bit of plastic left outdoors is a small price to pay for survival

[@frank4579]

Chris Slyhuis yes sure, but here he obviously was not in such a situation, wasn't he? ;)

[@frank4579]

peter chessell that's the funny part, I just deleted your comment, because it was too stupid. Hope you don't mind. ;)

[@eveaci]

I feel any plastic will be burned up. Not the best for the atmosphere but a drop in the ocean compared to what's happening on this planet.

[@19ghost73]

An all time favourite of mine & a classic piece of very valuable UL info! BIG thumbs up John...happy trails to You!

[@cwgreenley]

Straw shots?

[@amycaldwell9703]

#lol

[@StevenRomano]

This is an awesome idea.....when i made my own, I made one modification that others may find helpful. When I made the ones with removable caps, I heated an crimped one end of the cap also....it created a better seal when it was closed.....

[@DavidB0000]

Don't forget to write the expiration date for the pills

[@Wildflower44441]

You won me over with this! The "air bubble" in the oil, would make a great leveling devise, if one was needed for something. Thank you!

[@SIOSpawn]

did anyone elses OCD go nuts at 10:15?

[@ecksluss]

I'm the opposite, I was waiting for him to do the ends two different ways. I hate when things are too even.

[@cameronswitzer1608]

Yes

[@fuizipra]

SIOSpawn yea. on the left. i like even things. but not perfect even. im like xyluss and you. lol.

[@suecollins3246]

Here in South Africa you can buy a certain Spirit Aperitif in very nice 100ml plastic bottles. I scratch in the bins outside the liquor stores (these things tend to get drunk _in situ_ ) and harvest them. I take them home, de-label them with turps, _sterilise_ them and then wash them well. They make _amazing_ small containers for all sorts of things - notably my at-home spices.

[@IntenseAngler]

Those definitely sound like they would make excellent containers for sure!

[@imhung28]

my medical marijuana in a straw i love it

[@gzummo26]

Thanks, John. Once again you gave us a great way to save weight and camp comfortably. Keep them coming.

[@OLDMOBILE-ws7kh]

i learned this trick from my coke dealer

[@agungwibowo2028]

HA

[@gottalovesbmm8905]

Or you can use the state to snort this new drug called pink smile

[@jrnapa]

Great video for using straws as storage vessels for back packing items. Thank you!

[@IntenseAngler]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video Jim. You're very welcome by the way! Thanks for taking the time to watch and leave a comment... it's much appreciated :) ATB -John

[@semperfortis]

One of the BEST "Survival" videos I have seen and I will share on my radio show..BRAVO

[@twospooked]

Ingenious. I saw this a few months back and watched it again, before filling my milkshake straws with salt, sugar, bacon bits and spices, so glad I did. I forgot all the other stuff they could be used for, love the fire and fishing straw ideas. I think il'll go make some first aid ones too! It just goes to show it pays off to double watch your videos. Thanks and keep them coming,

[@fr33rid3r33]

One of the most ingenious videos I have seen all year. Thank You

[@rogerhhowe]

Absolutely the best ideas I've received this year! I got lots of ideas from your sharing! I love the comments for larger straws for some uses and the colors! The small drugs packaging will help me pack daily medication for heart and cholesterol management for short trips! You Rock! Loved your sealing method! Now I need to get my lighter, scissors and leather man and have a ball! Much better and more compact than mini ziplocks!!

[@zenviking6691]

Oh my GOD! A yoyo playing outdoorsman? I thought I was the only one. WOW John you just keep blowing me away.

[@IntenseAngler]

Simple, effective, & very clever! Thanks for sharing this one Brother :)

[@angelchabes1951]

love the fire straw idea for getting the fire going when camping...great info...thanks!

[@extreadhead55]

I've just got to comment on your videos. I seen hundreds of survival videos, self-reliance videos, etc.... some good and many not-so-good videos. I have not seen a single one of yours that I did not like. So far they are all well done, informative, easy to watch, and just all round common sense stuff that is very useful. Thank you and keep up the good work.

[@Jesusandbible]

Innovative, Practical. Thoughtful. Potential life savers. Well done. Top draw video.

[@Constitutionalable]

The force is strong with this one..... Thanks

[@1000pruebas2010]

The best advice I've seen for outdoors. Amazing technique. Thanks

[@asymmattrical]

LOVE LOVE LOVE this video! Great job! And there are so many more uses than i thought of. I can't wait to make and use them all! Thanks John!

[@MrShooter54]

That is some really good uses of the straw!! Thanks for sharing with us all !!

[@MM-jf1me]

These are some fantastic ideas! Thank you for so clearly explaining and showing these different uses for drinking straws.

[@IntenseAngler]

You're very welcome my friend! I'm very happy to hear that you found some of these ideas useful :) Thank you once again for watching and commenting... it really does mean a lot to me!

[@lt9690]

​@@IntenseAnglerglad to see you still responding to comments. Are you on any new channels? I was just recommending your channel to my brother...

[@IntenseAngler]

@@lt9690 Hey there my friend... always great hearing from you. Hope you're doing well! I don't have any new channels to speak of... however I am planning on posting again to my main channel again regularly around the start of the new year 👍 Thank you so much for recommending my channel to your brother by the way... really means a lot man!

[@lt9690]

@@IntenseAngler happy to see your reply. I look forward to seeing your new content!

[@IntenseAngler]

@@lt9690 Thanks! And I hope that you have the happiest of Holidays my friend! All the best.....

[@OzMee]

Awesome vid. I've seen the fire straw a hlaf-zillion times so the additional uses really put this upload a cut above the rest. Thanks!

[@IntenseAngler]

Yeah, the straws are kind of an important part of this one, lol ;-) Seriously... glad that you enjoyed it. Thanks for the compliments :-)

[@dillotexan]

Okay... this is brilliant. This is one of the more useful things I have seen lately and I will be wearing this idea OUT. Thanks for sharing.

[@Alecinwilderland]

Those are some very creative storage compartments man! Thanks! :)

[@FaerieFenergles]

What a fabulous idea!!! Thank you so much for sharing. 😊

[@gilbot3030]

This is very useful information! Thank you very much for taking the time to share this!

[@julieh6479]

I loved watching this video.....things to think about I wouldn't have thought about. Thank you for sharing

[@unclearless]

I think you could use a plastic film canister to hold about 10 different short straws so they won't break. Also, I use the "One shot" miniature whiskey bottles to hold olive oil, etc. because they are small, super tough, and hold a lot more and has a cap, as well a clear ones you can buy to see the contents. For one buck you get the contents, and the container! ;-)

[@iwantosavemoney]

I have to say this is great I like my gear to be as compact as possible. this will allow me to make my kit even smaller.

[@brianclevenger5779]

these were awesome ideas. I will definately remember these ideas. going hiking soon and will be taking these along. thanks for the ideas.

[@markhochhalter534]

The fishing kit saved my life. i would have starved without it!

[@kalatonyhorse]

I agree - this is totally awesome! Thank you Intense Angler!

[@sgwhite4]

Awesome containers, thanks for sharing...

[@stefansrensen8894]

Great video, now my survival pack is going to be compact and waterproof. Thanks alot from Denmark.

[@stuartmccloud307]

Absolute genius, so many clever people never thought of this. Thanks for sharing

[@londonvermnt]

What's with 44 people giving this video a thumbs down? Since when does drinking haterade make you feel better? This video was one of the most helpful videos for backpacking.

[@simplymy2sense]

medications in a straw is a new one for me, I love the idea! thanks for sharing!

[@trashboi-bk]

Wonderful video! Great tips, easy prep, simple and to the point! 10/10 Will watch again. :D

[@OrangeJeepDad]

Strong work! Definitely useful.

[@FatManLeather]

This is great, I never thought of a common straw that way.

[@19ghost73]

Saw it, tried it, used it on a UL trip. One word: GREAT! Thank You for sharing this tip!

[@crystalwolf2006]

Fantastic ideas! Thanks for sharing!

[@IntenseAngler]

+crystalwolf2006 My pleasure :) Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment... really appreciate that! All the best.... -John

[@992Shooter]

The way he stored those spices was genius. I had never though of doing it that way, with the straw.

[@johlhunter4]

Excellent vid… Dryer Lint catches a spark, stuffs into a straw easily as well!

[@remember25october]

You just made people stronger, sir.

[@dougwachs]

Wow, what a 'slap-your-forehead' moment! Great idea and exploration of the possibilities. I suspect I'll do all you showed - this is just plain simple genius! Thanks!

[@davidjanuszewski5020]

So simple I never thought of it, thanks, knowledge is power.

[@Matt-uv1vg]

Love the tips man! You're a genuinely nice guy and it makes watching your video's all that much better, Thanks!!

[@deidreekelley]

awesome video! great use of such an every day household items! thanks!

[@praisehisawesomename]

Outstanding video!

[@evilbot666]

Great vid! Never tought something simple as a straw had so many uses.

[@17025601]

Since you showed us this idea, I have packaged a slew of different items in various sizes of straws. It's better than sliced bread. A couple of Tylenol capsules or aspirins in a tube -- and given to a friend for her pocketbook. My own variety of spare pills, labeled. Those you demonstrate. Spices. Gotta have salt, pepper, cayenne. So many uses, so little time! ;-)

[@valagal]

+GizmoBee1702 i know what you mean.. so little time!!!

[@Bassedmen]

BRILLIENT, SIMPLY BRILLIENT! Thank you for sharing..

[@copkhan007]

Very creative, simple and practical...keep these ideas coming.

[@hugajorbld3205]

LOVE it! I'm going to make some straw packets for my purse tomorrow. I'm so excited! :)

[@UKprepper247]

Awesome storage for small survival kits. Thanks for sharing much appreciated