Base Camp In A Bag Primer: How To Build Your Kit - Preparedmind101

[@JeffBluemel]

I really like the idea of this series. Need more stuff like this.

[@caryhowery2784]

Man this guys been around forever.RESPECT

[@MrJimmyb161]

Dude, I have been watching you for a long time but this is the first time I got something out of it that I can use.

[@Prepared_Suburbanite]

I was working on the very same idea over the weekend. Thanks for the great innovations and ideas.

[@KincadeCeltoSlav]

Thanks again for pointing out the nifty Gear, Mr. Tanner!

[@GOT2GOPREPARED]

Great ideas as usual Chris , very similar to some of what I use and keep in my truck . Really like the tripod leg and pvc ideas. I'll be putting my base camp ideas up on my channel soon . Thanks again.

[@phoenixarchangel5082]

LOVE these obsessive compulsive preparedness kits! ;) It's so good to see people that actually use their brain to come up with contingency strategies for when things go wrong. (because they will) I would add a few things: •small head lamp (at least one) with extra batteries •small led lantern (or some other wide area illumination) again, with batteries •a few light sticks/snap lights •some form of insect repellent (citronella candles, pic coils, spray, punks, etc) since there doesn't look like enough room to include a mosquito net •a few space blankets just for good measure (or making the aforementioned super shelter) They weigh almost nothing and take up almost no space •repair kit with tarp patching material, adhesive, duct tape, heavy duty thread, needles, safety pins, etc •a small first aid kit and a few trauma dressings just in case/as back up to other pack's first aid items •tools; mutli tool, small hand axe, folding saw for removing branches/cutting support poles *many of these items are small (and inexpensive) and most could be put into a molle pouch and attached to the outside for quick access. STAY PREPPED, BROTHER! (Something tells me we may need our preps soon)

[@scotthaney50]

Really looking forward to this series. Thank you for all that you do for us.

[@jackbaur18]

I'm really looking forward to this video series.

[@fredb.3618]

Just ordered the bag. It's back on stock. Can't wait to fill it.

[@robb5621]

Great bag Chris, simple and to the point.

[@urbanredneck968]

I hope you do a vid combining the use of this bag with your "ammo can kit" to show the self reliance power you have from these two well assembled kits. I built an ammo can kit for each of my vehicles and will probably make a base camp bag like this as well. Great job Chris!

[@jeromebruening6134]

hello Chris, I love your videos, bring me back to the Scouting days, always be prepared. I have taken this to the way I live my life, like my dad raised me, keep up good work. thanks

[@mikebenoit6648]

Thanks Brother Chris for these items I use every day

[@Chrissvarietychannel549]

Another great video. Thanks. I glad to see that not all harbor freight things are junk.

[@Dwanejt]

I like the PVC stick cap idea. Hope to see that video.

[@GylmehsWorld1]

55 Gallon Drum bag would go in that setup well. It is small and light and could be used for several purposes. Great idea and great video Chris.

[@thevideostump46239]

I used to do something like this while motorcycle camping, except more lean-toish! I found Walmart sold a cheap dining fly set up where the poles broke down in half, so I Frankenstein ed them, keeping them in my bag chair bag!! Being that I used my tent as the main support, I only used 3 poles in front. The tips were point like (like a nail), fitted through the grommets, then two 8' cordage over the tarps grommets (a taunt line loop tide on each end), * then finished off with with a hooked bunji cords (incase of wind!)and the same stake you use. Being that tent is the support, the remaining centered grommets are tied off with said taunt line/bunji set up in a lean-to fashion. I learned the bunji trick from some old truckers that i used to motorcycle camp with. Now if you don't used a tent your ridgeline would service or a branch with half a tennis ball atop, so it doesn't puncture the tarp. Mark...

[@scotthill6807]

Looking forward to the Base Camp video series.

[@woodlandsnorth]

Nicely done! I like those tarp clips.

[@mindtoxin7005]

Had all the components but never really thought to prepack them and make them part of the truck loadout. Just gathered the parts and packed it up including a hammock. I had a similar bag that worked very well I had picked up a couple in different colors for an AR pistol kit a while back. I would recommend it. From Amazon, called the G4Free® Tactical Assault Messenger Gym Hiking Camping bag. Currently $20.

[@BillHalliwell]

G'day Chris, I use those 'nail' tent pegs on my tents. Also, I anchored my flimsy 10' x 6' pre-fab hot house with them and that structure stood up, rather stayed down, during a mild cyclone! Real good kit. The twist type tarp clips are also outstanding kit. Even turns an excellent UK Army 'basha' tarp into a more flexible, adaptable emergency and/or camping cover. Good vid! As usual. Cheers, Bill

[@crhoneshot]

Loved the video... I have a quick fix for your shark clip . If you place a small piece of Paracort about 3 inches long permanently on the end of the shark clips, this would give you the option of vertical or horizontal attachment to the ground or any other points like trees and bushes. Thanks again for all you do in the great videos.

[@thewatcher611]

the video with the recycled tripod leg is one of the first videos I watched of yours. made me keep watching and eventually subscribe. I have definitely learned a lot from you and look forward to your videos. keep up the good work brother!

[@marloweheredy7945]

I was just talking about those tarp clip poles this past weekend. Thanks for the referral to the other video.

[@preparedmind101]

Those clips are actually called "Tarp Shark", not Shark Clips (if you are trying to search them)

[@c0baltv0id8]

+PREPAREDMIND101 favourite hatchet / tomahawk?

[@ArikGST]

+Eric Clark Jessica-X xD

[@c0baltv0id8]

+German Survivalist (Dante Briefs) top kek XD

[@matthewhodge3405]

+PREPAREDMIND101 Those clips would probably work well with some "U" shaped stakes. They would basically be double stakes, and you could probably get away with having them a lot shorter than the others. You're full of great ideas.

[@billk.7889]

The "Tarp Shark" clips at Amazon look like small, plastic sharks, although they'd probably work. A better fit from an eyeball test is the"Tekton Tarp Clip" from Home Depot.

[@wheelsgonewild1286]

Thanks my friend. I really want to see the shelter stuff.

[@bgovanlu]

@Chris: FYI Harbor Freight has modified their tarp clips. Now have alligator teeth and screw (not slide). Just picked some up. Items 63067. Not even updated on their website yet. Seems exactly what you wanted.

[@wagstaff6135]

Nice vid -- makes me want to go building shelters just for practice.

[@crazyhorseaz6480]

Bigger Is Better! That's my motto, looking forward to next video, Bark River also caught my attention, Your vid's keep getting better and better. Seems i always have a heavy load to carry in, but once in im the most comfortable in our group. And guess what, it has caught on and others think its worth the weight as well. Thumbs up man, Thanks 4 the video, Now your talking!!

[@prophesytheorist5130]

Chris, love your channel man. a quick suggestion on your shark clips. try slapping a key ring through the steak hole. might add some utility as well as save you the twisting on the tarp when staking down.

[@preparedmind101]

+Eric Nash yep. Already thought of it. Great minds think alike.

[@myourheartsong]

Great video, thanks. You may want to check out the Tarp Buddy (fasteners), cheap,simple, and do just what you are looking for.

[@Chaucerfaux1]

Chris, looks like you might have some of the older style Screw down tarp clips, i purchased the same ones you have used after watching one of your tarp configuration videos, the ones i acquired do have the angled teeth, picked them up at my local walmart, could try looking there, if not id be more then happy and willing to grab you a few so you don't run out say a few of them happen to break.

[@OceanBob]

Now this was a great Video. Good ideas and not expensive at all. Thanks.

[@Azzaberjarnix]

Awesome video those tarp or shark clips are awesome looking for those tarp clips now

[@publicmichaelzmit]

Great idea - Great video. I am somewhat doubtful about the gripping capabilities of the Tarp Shark. It looks like the Sharks are biting its teeth top to top, whereas the black/grey clips close in a zig-zig wedge style that will provide a much larger friction area. Would be a great bonus entry in an upcoming video to see a grip/tear force comparison of the two clip styles.

[@john8403]

I want to build a kit like this now. Very nice video

[@rbuss1984]

Chris, in regards to your concern over the shark clips working with your pegs: Could you add a split ring to give you the angle on the ground that you prefer? Food for thought. Thanks man! Keep it up!

[@CreativeRedundancy]

I've also been making a base camp in bag( shelter in bag)....I have shower curtain/clear table top cover as my " window". I didn't see the mylar space blanket in this one. :D TFS chris always enjoy your videos :D C.R.

[@raywalter3992]

sweetness!! I'll have one tonight in my HHR!!

[@TheDUNLOP6]

Very nicely put together!

[@michaelcanning2815]

FYI Chris those tarp clips can be found at Tractor Supply Company. Just saw them today.

[@redbeard6606]

Great set up Chris

[@karlcostigan7633]

Thanks for the info Chris, i have all that gear, some here, some there, and extra packs, so guess i'll get a pack together for the jeep.

[@johnrossi4607]

I'm with you here Chris....I could build a primitive shelter if I had to, nut these days even camping is challenging for me ! Those tarp close are sweet ! ...... PAPA DUKES

[@johnrossi4607]

the tarp clips are sweet

[@RC3981RC]

Great video Chris! Thanks for the great ideas!

[@MamacrackerJ]

I would like to see a video of you showing us how you set ur your tarp, showing us your knots and generally other things you do or look for

[@preparedmind101]

+Brandon Kwan you mean like the first two videos that I used clips from in this video? I'm going to do a bunch more this summer. Search Base camp in a bag for the first two

[@LazyManPrepper1]

Nice kit. Where were the tripod extendable legs? That is a great use for that bag. Easy to open and you could just shove it back in if needed. You could probably get a couple cheap hammocks in that bag also. Privative shelter is for "survival" This is just like you said, Prepared.

[@LazyManPrepper1]

Damit. There I go posting before I watch the whole thing.

[@chrishanssen1980]

I love the base camp in a bag videos! Would a space blanket be worth throwing in to the bag to add a reflective surface to the tarp? Could be attached with tarp clips. Anyhow loving 2016!

[@clintragland702]

just picked up some of those black clips at walmart close to where I live, and they actually had the reverse teeth like the shark ones...but I bought them out of coarse...

[@FernandoHernandez-oy8uk]

over all awesome videos my good man, I've watched it already and other of you videos but it always good to refresh the ideas. Will always watch your videos. keep it up

[@clintragland702]

that is a really great system you have! I love your channel and thanks for the great idea! I've been looking for a good emergency shelter kit to keep in my truck and the mods to this system could make it apply to so many situations.

[@mattg6136]

In regargs to the extenable tarp pole. You will more than likely be setting up the camo tarp in woodland, use wood stick like you use before but carry something cupped and rounded. I like half a kinder egg ( kids choclate egg sweet thing with a toy inside) or something similar ( like storing my ear phones in them by the way even in my edc, try it, it works well) and put half of it on top of stick and pull edge of tarp over it and tie around to secure. No tarp damage , lighter than a old telescopic camera pole. Or an old plastic pop/water bottle with lid on, which could also be used as a funnel to put a coffee water filter ( or somethig similar ) in to pre filter water, as you like multi use items would also work well. Not seen inside you med or bits and bobs bag but water purification tabs, alcho/sterilisation wipes and hand sanitizer gel, oxo cubes/dehydrated soups and milk, oats, salt and sugar sachets 3 in 1 coffee, tortilla wraps, peperami, bags of salted peaunts and tp should be stuffed in to all available spaces in your pack. I love your vids and know you ain't daft so you probably have it covered. Just incase thought I'd mention it. Recommend sticking. Oops mi xs gone hada good drink here so I will stop my rzmbling but I must say I really enjoy your vids. Respect and ATB in the future. Lots of love (but not in a gay way) Matt G.

[@kellyarmstrong1031]

Walmart has a new brand of tarp clips. Ozark trail brand. Screw down and the teeth are angled inward. I like them.

[@ibmoosed]

Pretty cool idea

[@Wideranger]

Chris Tanner = Godfather of KZbin content!

[@mutanttactical520]

you can use the tarp clips as Shtf/emergency clothes drying clips

[@bobbyknc]

Found Ozark Trail 4pk Tarp Clips in Walmart for $4. They are this same design with the screw down mechanism. Bought a pack the other day but haven't tried them out yet so don't know the quality vs other brands.

[@dave7426]

I would love to come up there and hang out with you and will for a night or two and see how the pros do a night out with camping

[@brutallindigo]

Great vid I'm not a great youtuber but I must say your one of my top favourite guys to watch. I wish I can offord half of the stuff you got. You can tell I'm a bit envious, but this is a great idea even with a family on a budget

[@preparedmind101]

+Atlantic Woodsman An alternate bag that would work is an old tent bag. Or, roll everything up in the tarp and use 2 of the clips to clip the portion holding the items shut.

[@brutallindigo]

+PREPAREDMIND101 already on IT!

[@kk5sc]

i have been carrying all that crap for years on the atv & RZR - I just need the cool bag to put it in!

[@williamconfer9784]

Great video... Thanks Bill

[@dalecarpenter8828]

I'm sure you have fun with all the toys but if learn like 2 knots you can do all that with a couple of §ticks some line and the tarp . skip the clips and get a nylon tarp (much lighter and way more compact ) and Para cord .the spikes aren't bad (aluminum) been carrying this kit(tarp cord spikes ). for many many years . good vid

[@mattg6136]

Just to clatify the comment i made below the pop/water bottle bit. Cut the neck off the plastic water/pop bottle to make the funnel shape. Hope that makes more sense. By the way Prusik knot is awesome, and easy to learn once practiced a few times and easy to remember. You don't really need to know it with all them snazzy clips but if moving light and fast or run out of clips you would be glad you did. Again ATB, Love your show and keep up the good work. Matt G. England.

[@gewamser]

Truly a good idea! Good vid.

[@kisherwood820]

I am just curious of how you carry this bag in on top of a regular pack and gear? Not that it seems heavy but just awkward. Im going to guess other people break it down as components of their pack. I do like the idea of a base camp that can be sitting in the truck at all times

[@tonycantrell9547]

those shark clips could stay in the with the tarp by just using some cordage to make small loops through the whole.

[@extremesurvivaltv7185]

great idea keep prepping

[@mitchrapp292]

CHRIS...GREAT VID..I USED C0MMO WIRE 4 RIDE LINE W/PONCHO FOR TARP...WORKED GREAT...BK IN NAM....I HAVE UR SET-UP NOW FM EARLYIER VIDS...THXS AGAIN..

[@Veesaki]

Great information !

[@BarryDutton]

Good updates + good ideas. TY

[@marcorodriguez6264]

Like always great video thank you Chris

[@urbansasquatch5537]

I would suggest something to nail the staked down I know you can use a rock but you can't always find a rock or limb so maybe a Jessica X would work just use the back of the handle on the spine and boom

[@backburnerart]

great concept sir. thanks

[@pathester1779]

Another great vid !! Love the freaking drunk beaver ref!! Have you ever thought about making your own budget bag? I think it would be great for those of us starting out and need everything!! If you do please put the jessicaX in it !!!

[@wheelsgonewild1286]

I have been trying to locate that bag but have been unsuccessful. Chris can you help me by providing a link to somewhere that I might be able to purchase that bag or something similar?

[@preparedmind101]

+Wheels gone Wild that bag is pricy. Countycomm.com. Any bag that can hold a folded up large tarp will work.

[@879doogie]

great review

[@TACHILL]

great set up man! i need to get me some of those clips!

[@m.myrick7086]

another great video... thank you~!!!

[@Greatlakesprepper]

WOuld a zippo handwarmer or disposable hand warmers be prudent to add? maybe a grabber emergency blanket and some foam sit pads

[@bloodgout]

I'd say yes to all, but get some of the bigger body warmers too. Saved me from some miserable nights in the Army. Those Grabber blankets are brilliant pieces of kit as well.

[@jordan-it2xf]

great vid bro lots of good info and a good idea to have cheers

[@steveabner]

Can you do a video on how you organize all your gear. I have a lot of gear, but I suck at organizing. I don't see how all you gear reviewers do it. I do live in an apartment, so space is limited.

[@PatrickDickey52761]

Minor question. On the SatCom bag, it had labels for fire and cord. Did you add those, or did they come with the bag?

[@coreyroddy40]

Very nice

[@bill4913]

Thanks Chris for the info..My question is when setting up the tarp and the rain is about to fall, do you put anything on the floor to stay dry and if so what do you use?

[@preparedmind101]

+Billy Quan No. We used a smaller tarp to cover the firewood pile we made.

[@kenmarapese9085]

Instant tent/$100.00/2 minute set up. If you wanted to use it for other configurations they have around a 10' x 10' foot print.

[@phillo1818]

Good video, too many are unprepared for a night or three alone even very savvy wilderness campers. More on go bags, medical bags and dare I say it "survival bags" can only be a good thing. One thing that I've never seen anyone talk about is food storage. I use a Food Saver cryovac system. I can cryovac nuts, chocolate or energy bars and pretty much any food and it will stay fresh for well over a year in the trunk of the car, my bug out bag or whatever. I can also cryovac my more vulnerable medical surgical kit securing it from moisture for as many years as needed, my fire kit is locked into an air tight bag and I only need a neck knife to open any bag I might need and then I can reseal it once home. How's your boys arm doing, is he bragging or complaining?

[@oldtimerlee8820]

Just an FYI..... I have a FoodSaver vacuum sealer, too. It isn't a Cryovac machine. It is a good idea to vac seal many different things that need to stay dry. However, might be regional differences, but where I live, few items will "stay fresh for well over a year" in my vehicles. Summer temps in a closed vehicle just too high for anything more than short term storage. That includes many commercially packaged foods. PS: Good Cryovac for the definition of same.

[@unfi6798]

Love it.!

[@littlewoody5539]

Good video did I hear right bark river knives video coming ?

[@preparedmind101]

+better buck beagles michigan We're going up there weekend after BLADE. I'll also have the first JX4 soon and an Adventurer.

[@littlewoody5539]

Cool enjoy Michigan

[@centermass3454]

+PREPAREDMIND101 Do you have a link for the screw down tarp clips and the aluminum tent stakes with green top ?

[@embaradosmithingandwoodcraft]

im reasonable sure the tarps on alone are 1@10x20 and 1 @8x10

[@jeffanders5538]

Good I learn a lot from your videos thank chris

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[@lgwjrwhite588]

you are a very brilliant and versitial fellow love all your vids excellent stage presents keep up the good wrk faithful follower learn much from you bud (northern canada)

[@BillyJoeKoepsel]

But what if you're repelling from a hellocoptor and something goes wrong and you lose all your gear except grenade arrows, bow, and hollow handle knife?

[@rottenchicken00]

Will you paint your shed!

[@preparedmind101]

+Brian Ladley Not my shed.

[@ignaciogarciafleury8540]

how heavy is it? sorry for the stupid question. But I have some back issues

[@kennethcaloun5138]

NICE VIDEO THANKS FRIEND

[@mattg6136]

Shark cip wrong ang, 90 deg. Off set put a 4" loop of cordage through hole and pull it back through itself and let the corgage do tbe 90 deg. Twist so you can stake/tie it down as you like. Not read all the comments, migjt havr been suggested alresdy. ATB like you vids. Matt G.

[@stevescott8060]

Yeah, Be Prepared Be Ready. Still searching for the universal survival kit have about 5 of them now and can only carry one. Summer in the Southwest Desert is the Water Backpack. Imagine having nothing but one set of clothes and $500.00 , first things first , Knife specific design! Managed to get enough gear barely and perfect the Art, and as I have heard you say, And Not Die!. I watch a lot of these videos I do not know if I am ready for the zombie attack, but at least I have a fine Excellent Knife. And learn something new almost everyone one of your videos..

[@alexwakelin6019]

helpful tips

[@markusfinski3715]

Anyone recommend me a XX large Tarp in the EU (want a 4 season one if there's such a thing). The one they use in alone is just perfect but am not sure where to get it. I need to watch more base camp videos (good vid) BTW I would use two walking sticks to set Tarp on