Basha Bugnet Shelter Setting Up And Breaking Down Camp Solo Overnighter

Solo Overnighter anyone? Ive been asked numerous times about solo over night an setting up and breaking own camp videos. I cover all three here and I test out a prototype backpack I created about three years ago. I also lost that backpack three years ago under a pile of junk. Lol. Heres a link to my friends channel that made the knife / @maccaknives Enjoy the video my friends!

[@MaccaKnives]

Thanks so much for showing the knife off my friend. It was an Honour to make it for you. 👍👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome my friend and I'm loving using that knife!

[@lindalee7322]

@Macca Hi and good morning. Your knife is beautiful and unique in every way. Kudos! I joined your channel. I have a playlist already that your creations fit into. It will be my pleasure to watch your videos and share them with others. God bless you in the UK. Stay safe. Stay well. ❤ from Southeastern Alabama, USA.

[@RobertsBulgaria]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Dave, you really ought to put a link to his channel in your description?

[@RobertsBulgaria]

Could you tell us what material you made the sheath from please and/or the title of the video on your channel as I couldn't find it straight off?

[@derstoffausdemderjoghurtis]

The style of your knife reminded me of the work from the kailash blades forge in nepal

[@tonystanney3804]

I always see these videos as "Spending time with my friend Dave". We get snippets of what's happening in his life, tips to make our time in the woods easier and sometimes get coffee and a bite to eat. Having to go without these virtual coffee and snacks is no real hardship so don't worry Dave. Incidentally, I don't think I can go for very long without burping, farting or picking my nose so don't worry about that either. On another topic, I've got my Red's Rings finished here so they're now officially adopted here on the east coast of the UK!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's a cool way of looking at it! I'm hoping one day I can upload more often. Then we could really spend time together! Fantastic to hear you made Reds Rings! I'd love for them to go world wide in honor of the guy that created them. Thanks for watching

[@rick91443]

Just walked in from scorching heat. Nice lunchtime break to find your video....cheers...rr Normandy, France

[@sosteve9113]

I'm visiting France (Normandy) soon ,any suggestions?

[@destinationbushcraft1833]

@@sosteve9113 the beach 🤔😜

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Kick back, cool off and enjoy your break brother!

[@Joy_56]

I think the value of your videos is that there is no grandstanding, posing or unrealistic meals being cooked, just good honest realism , education and good southern food. Thank you for helping me enjoy the great outdoors.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Joy! I'm glad you like the way I do things!

[@jonesey65244]

David, you go ahead and burp and fart all you want, and be grumpy if you don't feel 100% We love you for who you are, man, warts and all. Great video. Glad the critters didn't get your food. Guess you didn't, either. Oh well. Stay safe, and keep breathin'.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks brother! Funny thing the video was actually secondary. Primary reason to go out here was for sleep like a log relaxing night.

[@nseight]

:-) *

[@gabijones2445]

You do you Dave. You're not a KZbinr for a living, you work your ass off at a regular job, and make videos for fun; if it isn't fun, don't do it. Don't worry about what the comments want you to do, they'll have you doing God knows what. Take care, stay well. Thanks for the video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you for the support and thanks for watching Gabi!

[@earlschultz7880]

another informative video Dave, we are so thankful for them! thanks for all the time & effort you put into making them. we up here in NY love your accent too!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Earl and I'm glad you liked it!

[@gotelemwillyboyshere]

Another entertainig video , you should realise how much pleasure you give to your viewers and don't worry about doing anything wrong , any trolls that look for faults are just life-wasters. Thank you for all that you do ,over and out.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you for the support Brother!

[@tracysmith4735]

IMA A MONKEYS...UNCLE UNCLE...LOL LOVE YA TEACHING PEOPLE WILL ALWAYS HAVE A HOME IF WE YES JUST US ....LISTENS....TY TY TY....

[@conarc-d1037]

David, I've been watching your videos for I think 6 years now, maybe more. I just want to thank you for your dedication to true bushcraft. Of all the channels on KZbin, you are in my opinion, the most knowledgeable and dedicated of individuals. I appreciate the all the extra time you take after being a dad, and working a full time job, to share your knowledge with us! You should have way more subs brother! I've been saying this for years: If I win the lottery I'll finance the Fun in the woods show!! Take care man

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you so much Brother! Means a lot to me. Keep playing that lottery brother!

[@WayneTheSeine]

Thanks for your work David. You made my morning....sitting here drinking coffee, eating two of my homemade Popeye's biscuits with grape jelly and Ole Folks patty sausage and proxy camping with my favorite KZbinr....life is gooder than good. Love the setup with the net going from ground up rather than the conventional ridge line down. Keeps old Mr. No Shoulders from slithering in during the night. Take care.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Wayne and I'm glad you liked it. Man your breakfast sounds good! Thanks for watching

[@kevinc8606]

Thanks David for taking the time after work to make this video. I know how you feel. I work 12 hour shifts, I got off at 6:00 pm. and had my wife drop me off up River, for a quick over night Kayak trip. I was tried and did not feel too good. But I needed to get out. I set up camp as the sun was going down, strung up a tarp, and my hammock, made a fire with flint&Steel, and relaxed in my hammock watching the fire die-down as I fell asleep listening the the sounds of the river slow moving rapids. Made oatmeal for breakfast and then floated silently down river listening to the morning birds. Thanks again David for all you do. your a talented man with great ideas. Take care.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Brother and you and I know how this feels. We get time off work, gotta get out and away but are just as wore out from rest as we were working. Lol. It's all worth it tho. Take care and thanks for watching Kevin

[@juliusgonzo7527]

Dave, as a long time fan, I truly appreciate how dedicated you are, doing these videos when you're also working shifts, Bravo Brother ! And thank you so much for showing us the beauty of the outdoors, and the fundamentals we all need to know, and the cool, laid back way you present them...

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Julius, I'm glad you liked it. It is work but the time in the woods is pure enjoyment! Thanks for watching

[@diannaharrison5931]

Boy am I glad to see you!!!! You are a breath of fresh air in this madness. Especially being cooped up in an apartment with no garden or front yard.You have shown many times overnight. I enjoy having coffee with you. Bless you my friend and tell Nick hi! PS: put a bright cord on your little stuff bag!! Video was fine. I really like what he did with the handle of the knife. Sharp!! no pun intended, lol.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

always great to hear from you Dianna and I'm glad you liked it. Nick says Hi and I love that little knife. Thanks for watching

[@SurvivalTheory]

I never thought about using the ridge line to help fold up the tarp...simply brilliant and was right in my face the whole time! That would especially help when the tarp has leaves or dirt on it and I need to brush it cleaner before putting in the bag. Thanks for sharing, keep up the good work!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thats one of them why didnt I think of that tricks. Lol. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@ginaleefarber2422]

Dave, just be you and scratch if you got an itch. You go to some beautiful areas and I so appreciate the scenery. I wake up rough myself from time to time and it is ok. Sometimes the best things come out of those type of mornings. Thank you for all you do and all you bring to us. What you do is very much more down to earth and easily achieved. Be blessed and looking forward to the next video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Gina! Yep, sometimes I get an itch to simply get away and sleep in peace. No food, no excitement. Just peace and solitude. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one

[@jerrylance9351]

Good 2 see u r still alive with this covid going on good vid👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

All is well here so far, thanks for watching Jerry!

[@danLP07]

"Hey everybody..." I said it just before you and then chuckled because I knew it was coming! You're a wonderful human being! Thanks for another great video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You know me well! Thanks for watching my friend!

[@c.a.g.1977]

right this moment there are 159 LIKES and one DISLIKE. WHO DARES TO GIVE THIS MAN A DISLIKE?

[@annwithaplan9766]

C.A. G. - I see 2. Well, even the dislikes help. I got a chuckle when he said "reitify" haha. I got some netting similar to what he has, so now I know what to do with it. : )

[@jmiskinis]

Data Point -> As of now, the video has been available for 5 hours. It has 2190 views, 103 comments, 354 thumbs up, 5 thumbs down

[@teridacktaljones4553]

I was told that the thumbs down are probably people of Jamaican ancestry I dis , like this .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I have no idea other than its folks that have done absolutely nothing in life other than complain, troll do nothing and be know it alls. Thanks for the support and thanks for watching my friend

[@annwithaplan9766]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 - Its ok. There will always be those who will dislike even the nicest people. You provide lots of valuable information and tips, etc to us.

[@ansuz444]

It's good to see you Dave. Thank you for taking the time and effort to get out there and film. Take care.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always good to hear from you, thanks for watching my friend!

[@kurohikes5857]

You're a survivalist mad scientist! Thanks for another great video. We live in crazy times... You've never said anything divisive or hurtful and I appreciate that. I don't know you but judging from your videos you seem like a solid dude. White or black whatever the case may be... In the end each other is all we got. Stay safe - stay healthy! ✊🏾👨🏾‍🦲

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, thanks brother! I'm glad you like the videos and how I do things. I figure if you camp in a tent or hammock about a thousand times it gets boring. That's exactly why I go the mad scientist route in creating and experimenting. I figure in the outdoors we are all brothers and sisters. Thanks for watching my friend!

[@deanpricepestboss]

Thanks David, love the honesty. Keep on sharing 🙏

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Dean!

[@eLMo-bu5vo]

Every two weeks I have something good to look forward to, a new video by Dave... yay!!! You grab life by the horns and make the most of it by taping your efforts and helping us learn through youtube, I learn so much from your videos, thank you always. By the way, I ordered a cratex stick and it makes me happy, works great. Love your tips on taking care of your tools and knives!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear you like the videos and they help you out. Grab life by the horns and enjoy the ride!

[@W3ASR]

Dave, Thanks again for another great video. Don’t worry about doing the overnighters. Overnighters are good if you are out to prove a point about a particular topic, but out of all of the other KZbin videos that I watch that do overnighters, the knowledge transfer does not take place when it is time to hit the sack or in the morning. The knowledge is transferred when you show how to setup and build the camp/shelter and verbally describe your plans for sleeping. You do not have to actually spend the time sleeping in the shelter overnight to prove a point. It would be different if you built igloos. 😊 (Thank you Mors Kochanski) I have learned more about bushcrafting in your basement than I have learned from all of the other KZbin videos and their overnight excursions combined, even Primitive Technologies! Keep doing what you do best, Teach and Entertain!! … p.s. I enjoy the long videos!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Mark and you get me! All these hundreds of overnighter videos are entertaining but its very very hard to teach or pass on skills. That's exactly what I always thought and that's exactly why I film what I film. Thanks for the support and thanks for watching Brother

[@GunsKnivesandBeer]

A great true down to earth video and tutorial Dave. Definitely learned a lot. Thanks for sharing it with community and I agree. If you are going out to camp, you want it to be "your" time.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother! I'm glad you liked it. Sometimes I just want peace and quiet

[@neva.]

Good day, Dave! Good stealth shelter setup. Great backpack idea! I love the multipurpose utility of it, TO THE MAX! Glad to see your taking some time for yourself. Everyone should spend some time out, it's good to get out of that world of distractions that we are usually so swallowed up in. The clarity of awaking with bird song and soft rain is priceless! Thank you, for including us. Stay lifted & enjoy your weeks end!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello my friend and I'm glad you liked it so much! Nothing beats the peace and solitude of sleeping under a tarp with a gentle rain hitting it. Thanks for watching

[@spencerdavey3630]

As always, informative, excellently filmed and always honest with everything you do and say. Leaving in the bits most others would leave out, has always set you apart with your videos. We don't have the mosquitoes you do but the moorland midges can drive one mad so a bug net is essential. That little knife was beautiful to say the least, and I don't think I could try to break it on purpose either 😀. It's always good watching you make fire and coffee but in this case it was better to cut and run.... Hope you made it back in time! Many thanks as always for the time and effort you put into your videos for all of your followers 😀. Regards. Spencer!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Spencer, I'm glad you liked it and the way I do things! We have a form of midges here and they are miserable! I made it back to the truck just as it started to rain. Then it rained so hard I had to drive 20 mph! Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@victorcastle1840]

Thanks for the video, my friend. Always still learn something new. Did not have a lot of these things back in the early 1960's when I was doing a lot of camping in a area about like that , up our small river. The wife and I use to camp in our little 14' alum. boat, while fishing for catfish or any thing biting really :-) Never had heard about bug nets, until I got drafted 2 years after we were married and then a year later when sent to Vietnam, in the infantry :-( After digging a prone to sleep in and setting up bug net, was the only time we didn't have mosquitoes buzzing in your ears. Even then you could hear them buzzing, trying to find a way in.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Victor and thanks for sharing your experiences with bugnets!

[@SouthernPatriot1]

Pretty cool and stealthy brother! Thanks for taking us along. Blessings and take care my friend. 🇺🇸🙏🔥💯

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Nikki! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@jerrymacklow1452]

Having spent many nights under a tarp, I agree that a bug net is necessary for a good night's sleep. Even if the local bugs are unlikely to kill you, they will still interfere with sleep often as not. Another entertaining video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Well said Jerry! We have some spiders round here that may actually kill someone. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@sarasarah723]

This is what I called a true American accent! I love learning from Dave! He even sews 🥰!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Thanks Sara!

[@Gabblerwba1]

A great watch because it’s shows your dedication to posting up your experience and love of the outdoors and spending time in it, even keeping in the warts and all, then trudging back to work, man that is dedication, thank you for sharing David 😎👍

[@Cnhfcsh]

Hey Dave. I love your videos. Educational. Super fun to watch. I have a recommendation. When you’re tired, we’re not in the mood, or you have a headache - don’t do a video, take a break. You deserve a break! All your viewers who have a brain understand shooting videos is hard work. If you’re not into it, take a break, you deserve it. Keep up the good work!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you like the videos and that's good advice. Unfortunately I'm almost always tired. Lol

[@wolfswesterns6650]

Apple cider vinegar will neutralize the sap from poison oak, and ivy. Or at least it does on me. I used a double ridge line on a home made tube tent, in case one came loose or broke, It actually made the tube tent seem larger. I made the tent out of a 10 ft x 10 ft. piece of heavy clear plastic, covered with camo netting. To connect the two ends of the plastic, I folded it over, stapled all the way down, and then sealed with duck tape. I still have and use that tent. My next outing will be #11( I think). Stay well!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I like the sound of that tent!

[@calvanrootselaar6243]

Wow! setting up camp, hike 3 miles, then go to work. Awesome Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

It was tough but fun!

[@theraven5935]

Allways tie up my food either. Because of the most common predators in the woods. Ants! Good to see someone having fun in the woods during these crasy times. Greetings!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I agree 100%! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@NWAAdventures]

I'm in the process of making magnetic bug screens for my truck cab windows. I've been working security overnights out of my truck and am battling the skeeters. Best to you my friend.

[@SurvivalTheory]

Thats such a good idea. I practically live in my truck sometimes when travelling, and it would be nice to have the windows down sometimes.

[@ferebeefamily]

That’s a great idea. Thank you NWA.

[@NWAAdventures]

@@SurvivalTheory I'll try to make a video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's a great idea Brother!

[@NWAAdventures]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Thanks bro. I just finished them. I'll try to make a video soon.

[@roycolglazier1061]

The “FUN” isn’t when everything is rosey, it’s when things are coming unravelled and YOU manage to stay in adult mode, cope and overcome! Dave, you’re an inspiration in this regard, makes your vids highly entertaining! Thanks😁👍❗️ Sure hope you weren’t too drenched on the hike out, your vehicle started properly, and you made work ontime!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Well said Roy and I'm glad you liked it. It just started raining as I got to the truck, got inside and it started raining so hard I had to drive 20 mph! Thanks for watching

[@mindfk394k]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 any cryptids sightings nearby your area?

[@steveturner3999]

Dave you are the man! Anyone who would work their normal job, get off work and then hike in 3+ miles to show us a camp setup is number 1 in my book! Plus you're leaving the camp to go back to work? I'll say it again, you are the man! Thank you for your style of bushcrafting, hiking and camping. Your style is your style and we need your perspective. Do it your way! Those bug nets are awesome. Insect Bar, Nylon. The Bar I found out is an abbreviation for barrier. I started looking for them after your last bug net video. I wound up getting 4 of these a last year from Midway USA on clearance for less than $5.00 each brand new! Great piece of kit. I just need to fine the proper sized stuff sack for them. Stay safe my friend, don't work too hard and I'll see you in the next one!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Steve, I'm glad you like the way I do things. I had to have a peaceful nights sleep. What better way than the woods? Thats awesome you got them nets for 5 bucks a piece! Thanks for watching Brother

[@louiscarrillo5873]

you are awesome and a continual inspiration. so much fun breaking away from all this stuff goin on now. all the best :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Louis, I'm glad you liked it brother. Sometimes you just gotta get away, not think about the worlds problems and relax

[@tjenahoj]

Nice wholesome video, harkens back to the oldschool Mr RBM1 videos! When I misplace something, I usually blame the gnomes, they borrow things, but they always returns it... :)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I have gnomes at work and at home.

[@REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

Well dang I was expecting coffee, lol. Totally understand waking and taping. Then just not enough time. Work wins the go always, thanks for the video Dave always fun in the wood's chillin with ya.👊💀🇺🇲

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, there will be coffee in the next one! I think the reason so many others film over nighters with no problems is they don't show every little detail like I do. That stuff fills up a video fast. Thanks for watching Brother

[@REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Sure does brother most our really good at editing and get paid to do so, it's a lot of work the more footage you take. 👊💀👍🍻🇺🇲🍻

[@bobkowal9004]

another great video mucker many thanks.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Bob!

[@nseight]

It is always a pleasure to see you * I am sorry you were so tired feeling. I learned new things today so a big Thank you as always. Sending love & well wishes from Scotland*

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always good to hear that and I'm glad you liked it!

[@JEFLeb35712]

David. Nice video. Not the best weather. You looked tired, I feel for you. Please take good care of yourself and rest up. For me I love your videos but not at the cost of your well-being. Take care buddy. I am a subscriber for life.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Jef, I'm glad you liked it. Man Im tired all the time now. I keep saying lifes gonna slow down but the projects and responsibilitys and deadlines just keep piling on. Thanks for watching

[@liveinlove5958]

Omg I've missed you..goodness your brave man sleeping on the ground in the freaking summer of GA..damn..its so hot humid but I so appreciate this video it's so pretty..I love that place just saying..hope your doing well as always..oh man..rain coming in gonna get even more hot..thanks for the smiles the laughs and memories

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Nah, brave would be sleeping with no bug net! On the ground under a tarp with no bugnet I promise you I wouldn't get a second of sleep. The security of that bug net makes me sleep like a baby!

[@liveinlove5958]

🤣😂true..I'm Georgian but ugh..june July August..you know good and damn well we could shower on Tue pray your dry by fri.mosquito the size of hummingbirds.however I still cant wait to get back closer to home..

[@AquaTech225]

Feel the same about Louisiana yould need a knife just to cut the air out the way to find the spot to camp than the 🦟 here will carry ya away if your not attached to earth or a tree

[@liveinlove5958]

@Aqua boss😂🤣omg I love your state too..but the humidity..I've been away from the south for awhile I'll have to readjust to weather but I dont regret giving up my corporate job on west coast left coast to make my way back home..just got stuck in the middle to take care of elder but as soon as I can move him I will be so happy to be back in the eastern woodlands..

[@JanetWilham]

Dave I seen an Asian hornet here in Ohio--was mowing my field on the tractor and stopped for a bit under a tree and there it was face to face with the meanest thing I have seen in my 71 years on this planet!!!!!!!! I called the ohio dept of natural Resources and told them and they said quote="yes mam we do have those in Ohio"--wow oh wow so be careful when you are out hiking or anywhere for that matter. God bless. PS=dave when was the last time you had a good physical get one if you haven,t.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very scary! I hope they ain't in Georgia. I had a physical about a year ago and I'm doing ok. Thanks for watching

[@ianmickelwright4136]

Cool! Thanks for the video Dave. I'm sure I'll enjoy watching this. 👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for watching Ian!

[@Dowar43]

Awesome video Dave! I asked not to long ago about bug nets and you came through! Really like the one you have. Looking for one now. Your setup definitely is easier than mine. Next time out going to experiment with this one. Thank you for what you do!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked my set up! Thanks for watching brother

[@thomasrhodes5013]

Dave, no matter, your honesty is priceless.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Thomas!

[@hamiltonart78]

It would be really neat to hear some stories about all the people (weird/cool/or just interesting) you have encountered while out in the woods. Another good video man. Thank you for going out of your way to make videos even when absolutely exhausted after work!!! Much appreciated.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Actually I haven't bumped into many people but in times past but I certainly camped with some weirdos! Thanks for watching

[@AlpineWarrior550]

Hi Dave, Another great video, as always. I just wanted to tell you that I have been watching your video’s for years, and your technique’s and tricks are really educational. I can only hope that any active Scout Masters are watching because your way of explaining and teaching is exceptional You always are patient and polite wich makes watching your videos so pleasent. I was a sniper in the Marines, and a Eagle Scout and I have even learned a whole lot from you. I wish more young people today could have such great mentors like you had. Having said that, I think you have have become a great mentor in your own right 👍🏻 Thanks for passing on all the great knowledge and skills over the years You take care and stay safe 🇺🇸

[@igitahimsa5871]

@Michael Buck, Great comment, agree 100%. Ya see, Dave? Your videos are an indispensable source of useful ideas and creativity IMHO. I am not the only one who considers you a Mentor..:-). Stay Safe and God Bless you :-).

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Michael! With your background I'm truly honored that you've learned from my videos! It would be great if scouts watched and learned too. Take care and thanks for watching brother

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks and may God bless you too!

[@immanuelmiller5064]

One of the only channels where i watch every video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that!

[@alanlambayan7278]

I like this one cause. ..you show the build and tare down...thank you...learning a new way of camping...I camp over night on the beach. ..so a fashion some of my own gear. ..Aloha.😆

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Alan, I'm glad you liked it. That's very cool you make your own gear!

[@charlesknight3204]

Great video, David!!!!! I could tell you were tired, and I hate that you woke up with a headache!!! Kudos for plugging through and completing the video!!! Your efforts were not in vain!!! I respect the dickens out of you and thoroughly enjoy each of your videos!!! As work, family and health permit, you keep making videos and we’ll keep watching!!! Take care, be safe, all my best and God bless!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas. 🤠🐩🖖

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Chuck! I'm glad you liked it! Man I'm constantly tired now but I still love filming and still love the outdoors! Thanks for watching brother

[@charlesknight3204]

David ... I can identify with “tired”. I’m about to click 66, the age number and not the Route number!!!! I’m preparing to sell the family ranch, and I can tell you about tired and sore. I worked industrial construction three summers plus twelve months, so I am familiar with metal fabrication in general and industrial metal lathe work in particular. Metal work is demanding and at times just plain tough on the body. I know. That’s why getting away is so important!!!!! Shucks, I love the outdoors, but life sometimes life gets in the way. I haven’t camped, fished, hunted or traveled in decades, but with the sale of the ranch, I plan on getting back into it. I will be traveling, catching up on things rod & gun and starting my own KZbin channel. Anyways, channels like yours keep the juices flowing and the spirits high. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!!! Persevere!!!! Keep on keeping on, brother. God bless!!!!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas. 🤠🐩🖖

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@charlesknight3204 sounds great Chuck! Let me know when you start uploading videos

[@charlesknight3204]

Dave ... Will do, my friend, will do!!! God bless!!!!! Chuck. 🤠🐩🖖

[@farbodshemranifar2966]

that knife looks like kiridashi and it was cool .by the way looking forward to the fire kit .as always sir ty for teaching

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Never hear of that style, I'll have to look that up. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one!

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

for dealing with wet cordage, or any cordage that does not want to untie, I use a Maxim sailor's tool, basically a small folding knife, that has a marlin spike ( also has a shackle key that can be useful) they only run around $10 on Amazon, right now, I have had some version of this since I was a kid, my dad taught me to use them instead of being frustrated over unruly knots.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I ground something like that onto one of my multi tools

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Hay, Davey Boy ! Even with it being Humid, Everything came through Crystal Clear on this end ! Don't worry On The Coffee, Had A Few For Us While Filming This ! Love The Pack & Slings. Great Set Up It Was, Hoping There's A Follow Up Vid With You & Nick Soon ! Stay Safe & Well, Brother ! Watch Them Skeeder's ! Hay Nick ! ATB T God Bless

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Terry, I'm glad you liked it. Nick says hi and he's planning on being in the next video because there will be coffee! Take care and thanks for watching

[@pinkiewerewolf]

You're a Super Trooper Dave. (I know the initials need working on... STD.) I get home from work and watch a couple videos, make dinner, go to sleep. You work, hike 3 miles, set up camera gear and film putting up camp. Get up the next morning, film taking down the camp, hike the three miles back, then go to work again. Thanks and I hope you make it back before the rain hit!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, I try to stay active and busy to stay healthy! That and being wore out helps me sleep. I made it to the truck right as it started raining. One the drive home it rained so hard I had to go about 20 mph just to see!

[@pinkiewerewolf]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 WOW, that was perfect timing! I understand needing to be worn out to sleep. Work will start for me anywhere between 2am-4am. In the Summer its hard to fall asleep thinking I could be outside enjoying the day.

[@marabrousseau2082]

I really enjoyed this. Doesn't matter about the fire and coffee! I a Ways learn something from you Dave. Hi from Vancouver BC Canada. Keep em comin!! 😆😆

[@fisherone9]

Watching from Vancouver Island as well...Cheers!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Mara,and I love Vancouver island!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks!

[@brandandahl5460]

Video turned out great as usual. Because of you I also stopped sleeping on the ground even in a tent. I'll only sleep in a tent now if I'm camping in a open field with my Scouts. Keep up the good work

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brandan and that's very cool to hear!

[@TACHILL]

Nice to see you out n having fun brother. I nabbed up one of them mesh tents to try and stop bugs.. That lil blade at the end is pretty cool i wouldnt wanna try n break it either. The hidden woodsmen gear is second to none! Love Malcolms work!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always good to be out there! Them bug nets are just plain gold! I love my little knife. Thanks for watching brother

[@marjiecleveland]

That neck knife is really nice! Love the handle. So cool how inventive you are. I always have a head net and using permethrin on all gear and clothes is enormously helpful to keep tickets, bugs, mosquitos, etc. away. I like this set up with the bug net!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Marjie! I'm glad you liked it all. Nothing beats a full bug net for protection! Thanks for watching

[@dirtybayadventures9563]

A bug net is a must, especially here in the south. Haha...your videos always put me in a good mood.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely Brother, I'm glad you like the videos!

[@UrbanGrrl69]

Nice wee bug out shelter Dave. Great tip on the ridge line for folding the tarp. That was a lovely knife and I know you love your knifes.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it all!

[@pechacekcp]

Man, you come up with the craziest shelters and they work. Great video Mr. Person keep up the great work.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Aint they cool? I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@Dawn262]

Hi Dave, another great video. I have been doing a similar shelter for years with my (insect bar) big bug net. Great idea about two ridge lines. That gap does make it easier to get the net bug proof on top. We just got back from a week in Florida's Ocala Forest. It is finally open to bushcrafters, not just campers in the formal campgrounds. Have to say we gave the HLKC Dave Pearson knife a real workout. Makes great feather sticks. Is a beast batoning. That sharp, square back throws sparks off a ferro rod like nothing else. This is now definitely my "go to" knife, and Mora Companion is the bottom of the pack backup.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Hello Don! I'm glad you liked it. That's very cool about the Ocala National forest! Plenty of wilderness there, I never saw any reason to limit people to campgrounds. Great to hear you like the knife that much! Thanks for the support and thanks for watching brother

[@diydarkmatter]

i got a bug net on my hammock i tell ya what its nice to have . you can hear all them sketters and your glad you have it . aint doing no ground sleeping any more . i might not get back up again lol . your the man dave hope ya made it home before the storm got ya . take care buddy .

[@JerrysWoodShopandOutdoors]

Hey Dark

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I have a bug net hammock and I love it. Theres already a thousand cookie cutter videos on them so I never show it. I only sleep like this if its rained or gonna rain. Bugs seem to be less active during them conditions. Thanks for watching Brother

[@diydarkmatter]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 yeah i dont watch to many reviews on gear . unless its in a video about something else . dont really go into the woods any more if something was to happen no one would be there to help me . so i stay home alot now . but i can still watch you and others do it .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@diydarkmatter man it used to be no big deal but as I get older I too am very careful when far out by myself. Falling down a hill or mountainside ain't good at my age!

[@diydarkmatter]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 be careful then dave we want you around for a long time brother .

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

I remember the first insect bar video you did it is really quite large and I've never had any problems with mine. Great video a simple shelter. That is a beautiful knife, love the handle. Safe journeys.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. The bigger the net, the better it works! Thanks for watching

[@kimonk]

I learn so much from watching your videos! And you are very entertaining! Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Always good to hear that Kim and thanks for watching

[@johngray9702]

Thank you Brother Dave for taking the time to make a video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for watching Brother!

[@NathansFerroceriumrods1]

That set up looks nice for a cool summer night. Indeed, You have to be in your best manners when on film. I also have a knife from Macca. Cheers Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Nathan, man it's a good set up for warm weather. That's very cool you have one of Maccas knives!

[@polishpicl]

You almost matched my hidden bug out camp!!so neat to do,,,.no fire but small micro stove for coffee!! I enjoyed it and your video!!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Awesome to hear that Brother!

[@REB65]

Enjoyed the setup with the bug netting 👍👍 Take care and God bless ✌️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it and may God bless you too

[@lindalee7322]

Good morning, Dave. It's good to see you again. Your location for this video is lovely. I really like your new gear. I've sometimes wondered if you ever patent any of your creations, especially things like your Shovax and these bushcraft items, stoves, and such. Have you? I''m a ReallyCuriousMonkey. Best, fastest, most effective poison ivy treatment which is never too late to apply: Equal parts (1:1:1) and mix thoroughly. Apply with fresh, clean cotton ball each time. Don't dip contaminated cotton back into mixture. Ingredients are: White vinegar Baking soda Salt We started using this recipe in 1998. A friend of mine, Richard, who is a hunter, gave it o me. I never had a reaction to poison ivy before when exposed to it until one day when I got a spider bite on the back of my knee and kept scratching it. According to my doctor, that's how the poison ivy got into my system. Over-the-counter drugs and prescription drugs were ineffective. For two weeks, the poison kept spreading and I was miserable. But Richard's recipe worked. It's been our experience that this recipe, once applied, stops the poison in its tracks and eliminates the itch as well. Continued applications heal the poison wounds completely within a few days. It's a good idea to carry this mixture in a sealed container plus a baggy full of cotton balls with you on your treks. Wash your poison ivy contaminated clothing and gear in as many gallons of white vinegar, a box of salt, and a box of baking soda as it takes to saturate the fabric. Never wash your regular clothes with contaminated clothes. I'm sure you knew that already. 😊 I hope you'll be feeling better very soon. God bless and heal you. Lots of love and big hugs, Linda Lee

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Linda and I'm glad you liked it. Nope, never patented anything. Ive learned that a patent doesn't protect you from someone stealing your ideas. Al it does is protect you AFTER you haul them into a court of law. Which is impossible if the rip offs are some overseas corporation. The only use it is if you plan on producing the product yourself which I doubt I ever will. I never heard of your poison ivy recipe but Ill certainly write it down. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@lindalee7322]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Hmm... I didn't know that about patents. Sad. You are very welcome for the recipe, honey. As I said, it's never too late to use it. Be sure to not use medications anymore once you start using the recipe. God's healing is in what He makes -- all natural. I go to Bing.com and look up natural remedies. I have so many videos on natural remedies. You can do a search on KZbin also for natural bug repellent or mosquito repellent, too. I hope you feel better soon, Dave. Thank you, too, for the blessing.

[@invictus3598]

Hi, Dave! Very ingenious set up for a light weight summer shelter. Thank you for sharing.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm always happy to share and I'm glad you liked it!

[@templerable]

good to see ya back in the woods and yes we got all the nasty creatures red fire ants from macon ga first time I ever commented on your videos but I think I have seen them all god bless and thank you dave and nick I have learned a lot and had many hours of good times watching

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh man I hate ants! When folks set these nets up A frame style ants still crawl under. Tuck it under your mattress and they have to work double hard to get in! Thanks for watching

[@OregonMikeH]

Dave that was very cool, light, compact, simple, fast, and effective. I sure enjoy your innovations with home made gear. I picked up a few valuable tips as usual and appreciated the breakdown segment. Well Done Pal, Thanks Much! ... Mike.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother Mike! I'm glad you liked it and picked up some tips!

[@louisehiker9246]

Informative and entertaining, thnx Dave! (PS This Canadian loves your southern accent, a part of your charm, IMO.)

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Louise!

[@tag1462]

Hey Dave! As a general precaution I'd still boil or disinfect collected rain water simply because you don't know what bacteria or crap - as in bird crap - that it might have collected as it filtered down through the canopy. Yes, in a survival situation, rain water is reasonably safe to drink but if you can by all means purify it. Better safe than sorry.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good point

[@Zandy3333]

Our thoughts are with you Dave. Thanks for fitting us into your schedule. Back to work. Darn it. Missed you my friend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Sandy and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

[@OzMan9989]

Great video as always! I have the OneTigris SEA MIST which is pretty cool. Just a tent floor with attached bug net. Can set it up with tracking poles, sticks, guy lines, whatever you want. Not sure if they make them anymore.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. I think I remember seeing that OneTigris before

[@still-jlynn]

Its alright if your in bad mood & don't feel like talking when you get up cause it feels like you are kinda like family when I watch you, kinda like my younger brother. Hope that doesn't scare you! Thank you for sharing your over nighter.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Its as real as it gets! Lol. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Jlynn

[@Hoonozit]

After all these years (6 or 8)it never occurred to me that you never have done an over night and breakdown video. Either way, I like your videos man. Catch you next time.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I actually did several overnighters a very long time ago on video. One was 4 or 5 days. The videos are already so long I simply can't fit it all in. Thanks for watching

[@Olyphoto7]

Thanks for sharing Dave. I love the pillow pack. I’m thinking about making one, but longer so I could use it as a raised sleeping platform kind of like some of your tarp hammocks from awhile back. I think if I doubled it in the pack configuration I could put the Z-rest in the section close to my back which would give it more of a frame and keep all of my gear from poking me in the back. Sewing project in my near future. Thanks again for the inspiration.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Dan and I'm glad you liked it. A longer pack would be perfect for a hammock/bunk bed' stretcher type deal. I may make one myself! Thanks for watching

[@snaponjohn100]

Thank you for posting this video my friend. I think I might have to get one of those bug nets. Whenever I spend the night I’m always in a hammock that has a built-in bug-net, so I have never really thought about having one. But as an option if you need to be on the ground that’s a great idea because you can use the tarp you already have and not have to worry about a tent in addition to a hammock. God bless you brother. Stay safe. John

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Brother John and I'm glad you liked it! I sleep in my bug net hammock quite often but sometimes when it's rainy, I love ground dwelling with a net. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too brother

[@baileydillion9331]

Well I wish you could’ve stayed there longer. It’s amazing how work gets in the way of fun. And that is a pretty knife. We’ll see you on your next video.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Same here, I wanted to stay a few more hours but that storm on radar was HUGE! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Bailey

[@Tracywhited2]

Thanks for sharing with us. You work hard to keep us happy lol. Especially considering you’re working too.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it Tracyann!

[@stilcrazychris]

Great job David. Have fun @ work. Sorry you had to go to work & didn't get to enjoy your good times in the woods. But I just that's life & be thankful you've got a job durning this dang COVID-19 virus. Andy sure gave you a great little knife there. Nice to have friends w/talents. Enjoy buddy. Andy will you make one for me? Hahaha. Don't think he will, but I tried. Thanks for sharing your time in the woods David. Have a great day & be safe, Chris from Missouri

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Chris, I'm glad you liked it. I didn't get to spend much time out there but the sleep was very relaxing! I'm very thankful to still be working. I have no idea if Andy makes knives on a regular basis but his channel is pinned in the comments section. Take care and thanks for watching

[@zRockin1]

Hi Dave, great idea and quality content as always from you bud, but I'm glad I have my bug net hammock, Rock On!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. I have a bugnet hammock too and love it!

[@daviddunn3527]

I started to watch this video had to leave came back 3 hours later and got to finish it lol. Another great vid 👍👍 don't worry about the coffee lol. And a huge plus with a bug net. And a pretty cool knife too.👍👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks David, I'm glad you liked it all Brother! Thanks for watching

[@QuantumMech_88]

It's great to see you Out There healthy and happy . Your newest knife is a little beast and Andy in the UK has talent . All the best Dave .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Its always great to be able to get away for a night of peace and solitude. Thanks for watching

[@armorvestrus4119]

I have never liked tents they leak water, so I always use cheap common poly tarps and they work great. I just learned a new fast way to deploy a quick ridgeline with three prussic knots. The third prussic takes the place of the trucker's hitch. You just need one bowline knot at one end to run the ridgeline through and then go to your other tree and go around it one time and back through the prussic twice and pull it tight then make a security knot and your done. The other two prussic knots are for your tarp. Will will love it and it rain comes in fast this is a quick set up.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds like a good ridgeline! Thanks for sharing that

[@jamesswick7534]

Thank you for the video. Not enough people show bushcraft/camping designed for summertime in the south. I've asked in comments for Dave canterbury to do a video on it but he never has. Tons of videos out there for doing it in the wintertime/fall/spring. Either most don't have much experience doing it in the summertime in the south or they don't appreciate the challenges with the heat and bugs.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome James and I'm glad you liked it. Unfortunately most of us down south just sleep in bug net hammocks or tents in the summer. Which would just add to the thousands of cookie cutter videos on the same subject. I have a few more hot weather vids on my channel list if you want to take a look. Thanks for watching

[@kenhughes4715]

Another great video, I always enjoy them. I wouldn’t lay on the ground unless it was in a pool of DEET.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Ken, I'm glad you liked it. The ole bug net works well for me

[@jeepinjohnny2898]

Yo - BM - never crossed my mind to use a cot bug net upside down - FANTASTIC - thanks .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Works great! Nothing can crawl under. Thanks for watching

[@EatCarbs]

Great stuff brother. I don't know what it is about watching someone sleep out in the woods and why everyone (including me) likes it. I will film myself in the morning.. I don't mind at all. Thanks for the video

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it. I've noticed a lot of folks love it. Unfortunately my set ups usually eat up 40 to 50 minutes of filming time. Take care and thanks for watching

[@rickymarquez2468]

You are the best Dave. God bless you my friend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too Ricky!

[@brushbum7508]

Glad to see you Dave. I picked up another insect bar but some one cut the tag off, it's in fine shape but I don't know it's the same as the other yet. Thanks for taking us OUT. TAKE CARE..

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Theres two bug nets, for future research write this down. Cot type 7210-266-9740 Tent type 7210-266-9736. Thanks for watching

[@brushbum7508]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Thank you Dave for the numbers, I know you've shown them before. TAKE CARE..

[@markholbrook3949]

Using guideline to help fold things is a great idea!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked that tip Mark!

[@marianfrances4959]

Love the net and sleep system set up. It has been a long pandemic and feels like 3 months since your last video! Always a treat. And yes, your dew rag does look cool! 😉🇨🇦

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Marian, I'm glad you liked it. Ive been steady uploading. I guess it just seems like the world is in slow motion with all the problems we are seeing. Thanks for watching