Bear Roast Stew | Rendering Fat | Maple Cutting Board | Corn Bread on the Woodstove

#bear #cooking #offgrid
Off grid cooking in the wilderness on the open fire or woodstove often involves wild game, natural materials and primitive techniques, including things like black bear meat, rendering fat for valuable cooking lard and grease for waterproofing and healing, making cutting boards out of maple trees and regulating hot fires for cooking things like corn bread on the wood stove.
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[@MySelfReliance]

My daughter asked if she could create my thumbnail this time. I think she did a great job!

[@dave-ez1vo]

She definately did! Love your videos shawn!

[@JustAllinOneResource]

👌

[@HWolfe]

She did wonderfully; and whoever did the pumpkin with your logo did that well too! Cali stole the show tho!...I love her so much; and the landscape in the winter; God's perfection for us on Earth!

[@kenmattice7795]

good job to your daughter! I have been watching for over a year now, and the video quality and editing are outstanding! Keep up the good work.

[@jeanblythe1595]

Excellent thumbnail! :D Talented family!

[@lint2023]

I don't know if I have ever heard Cali bark. I can't stop watching her. .. More beautiful scenery.

[@Carolynpurebloodcanuk]

she did bark at a snake on a previous video some time back...it was funny watching her reaction to the snake while watching for Shawn's reactions to what was going on....great family team work on this one

[@barbibutton9619]

Cali is still such a puppet, bounding through snow to retrieve. Who wouldn't just love her?

[@dobizrule]

I love watching Cali frolicking through the woods and in the water.

[@flocanfield3462]

Cali is a sweet girl. Her tail never stops wagging...love seeing her!💕

[@mototrailz]

happiest dog in the world!

[@mr.h3974]

Her pack leader kills n eats bears, that alpha level can be euphoric...

[@058467]

The snow is unreal, wow! For a moment, I thought I was watching a video in black and white! Cali seems to be in her element when it snows! She looks so happy!

[@aussiesnowdropper4320]

who else would love to spend the day with Cali so Shawn can work

[@jeffebinger1218]

Shawn ,part tinner, part Bushman, part chef, 100% resourceful.

[@jeffebinger1218]

I've had squirrel, rabbit,venicin,elk , but never bear 🐻

[@leocraft22]

Thank you for all the work you do in making your videos!! Love watching them with my 5 year old daughter!!

[@KaiMirra]

I love not only watching the forest around you change color, but the cabin seems to change hues with the seasons also.

[@manaoi2105]

In one of your videos, you were commenting on what people were commenting on you tube and your vids. In all honesty, the main thing is you have accomplished what you have set out to do. Less stress, less monthly bills, more time to do what you love, etc. All those people that speak negatively about your channel or other vids like yours are just haters. You are living your dream. You are blessed to have a wife that supports you and what you are working hard to accomplish. I am 61 yrs old and wish I had my health back, so I could do what you are doing. You are not only inspiring but, i live vicariously through you. I thoroughly enjoy watching your channel. Thank you for taking the time to do a great job videoing all the things that you do. Please keep it up. In Hawaii, we say mahalo (thank you). And Aloha.

[@slymanbry]

I’m not sure if you mentioned it, but one of the great qualities of rendering animal fat is that it makes it stable for storage. It doesn’t spoil or go rancid as easily, so it can be used for a long time.

[@acrustykrab]

slymanbry very cool

[@0623kaboom]

add 3 or tbls of fresh honey and it takes several years to even consider going rancid .... yup honey is a natural antibiotic .... and never goes bad ;)

[@0623kaboom]

@@prima164 but removes it from the edible side of life ... honey on the other hand works in all aspects of it and you can still add wax to it later for balms, salves and water proofing

[@michaelanderson1859]

I dont have any bear fat to render but love my rendered bacon grease. I've got a 1970's Westinghouse Baconer vertical bacon cooker. The greases slides down into a catch pan as soon as it melts. The grease left can be poured into a large glass measuring cup and the clean fat rises to the top, solids and any water fall to bottom. Refrigerate then scoop clean lard into a second container and heat just a little. It's like gold.

[@DanielPeaster]

I’m part of Gen Z. The internet raised me and KZbin is the only father figure I’ve ever known. That being said, this is still the ONLY channel I’ve ever subscribed to. You sir, are a legend.

[@desertfairychickres4021]

It says a lot about you that you recognize/chose Shawn as a mentor. Your instincts are right on. Many blessings.

[@crism6204]

Love the simple, everyday moments; Cali fetching, taking walks, making what you need, cooking, and finishing off the evening with a cup of joe and soft pat on the head for your partner. Thank you again.

[@philliphamberg4226]

Love to see Cali playing in the snow. It may be cold but it is very beautiful. My mouth started to salivate when you finally dished it all out onto your plate. Your wife is a lucky woman to have such a good cook for a husband :-)

[@ryantoemmes9685]

Living The Dream 🙌🏻 This is what it’s all about Shawn.... Winter is here 👉🏻 It’s TIME for Tea 🍵

[@belesariius]

It's about time Cali had her own channel. I bet you would be surprised by how many people would sit and watch her play in the snow .

[@0623kaboom]

lol I could see cali and scout having a skype session of each of them playing at their homes with each other lol

[@0623kaboom]

btw scout is Joe's Dog

[@deetngator1624]

I think it would be cool if you and Joe go camping again with both dogs. They are both obedient and high energy! It should work in theory.

[@sudebchatterjee1022]

One helluva sweetheart of a dog. Purely true and truly pure

[@user-ng8px7eb2g]

Какой вы молодец,и духовку для запекания соорудили,и мясо так вкусно приготовили. Самое главное то что аристократичность вы не утратили, вы не едите только ложкой,как должно быть второе блюдо,присудствует вилка и ложка. Это приятно смотреть. Всех,всех благ вам

[@jannamcglynn4136]

Shawn, I've been rendering fat to make lard for many years. If you do an extra step, you will end up with tons more usable fat than you have. Grind the fat with a meat grinder first, then render it on the stove. The first render is usually pure white which I use for pastries and cooking. Then I keep rendering and the 2nd pour off I use to make soap. It is usually off white. I continue to render until all the lard is removed. What you have left is the cracklings...tiny pieces that taste similar to bacon that isn't salted. I use that in cornbread or in greens like kale or collards. Also added to cooked cabbage, onions and garlic. BTW, the roast looked delicious. If you're interested in a recipe for soap using the bear grease let me know.

[@MySelfReliance]

Thank you,That's a great tip.

[@urmommawasfun]

I’m not sure about Shawn, but I would be very interested in the soap recipe!

[@CCRider5312]

I just love this channel, learn so much about primitive living! If the Grid ever goes down from nations sending up Satellite EMP bombs or whatever their called, then only the ones of us with this primitive knowledge will survive! Awesome channel cant say enough good about it!

[@henkslaaf3738]

Mashed kale and potatoes with cracklings is a Dutch national dish winter dish. Luckily for me, guess what's coming :-)

[@ranal7935]

janna m. the things that you do are exactly like my granma did...she was born in the 1880's , and ate out of her garden , raised pigs and chickens , probably 90% of her diet was home grown or hunted......she lived to be 105 years old.

[@tomjones6296]

Whoa! That is so beautiful...no seasons where I live...mid 80’s tomorrow. Looks like a Christmas Card.

[@magna1178]

Tom Jones Couldn’t live with just one season. Good for vacation.

[@michaelanderson1859]

Well we have 3 seasons in Florida. Hot, very hot, and Hells Furnace.

[@MrDefensor65]

Down here in good ol FL too, sweatin on the railroad...

[@mariavilla7169]

If you are self-sufficient, Engineer, Architect, mechanic, carpenter, cook, baker, bricklayer, musician, all in one is more than excellent, I love your videos, when you cook all the stews, in my 65 years of life I have only I saw my paternal grandfather use both hands with ease, now there are two, I noticed that you use the tools with the right as with the left, just as you cut the meat when eating, I congratulate you, for all your gifts and also for the beautiful family you have, regards!

[@drywallservicesjim]

Isn't that awesome his daughter done the thumb nail. This man's journey gets to more enjoyable with every watch. The opening scenes after your stamped drone shot from the roof of the cabin across that winter lake and then the dog walking in the river edge. I mean cmon just puts my soul and the hussle and bussle of my life to total peace. I cant say I'll ever tire from my compliments for this man. Its like I watch 2 shows at once I watch the story of his footage and I watch the edit cut scenes and placement of the camera ...makes for twice the fun.

[@dariussiwek2004]

I love how these videos SOUND.

[@knitordi]

It is such a joy to see your videos. One can just turn it on and imagine the wonderful life you have. So much peace and enjoyment. Just love Cali's playfullness.

[@mamacass222]

Not much peace and enjoyment for the bear

[@knitordi]

@@mamacass222 You can say that for any animal we eat. Yet, in Genesis, God designates these animals for man to eat.

[@mamacass222]

There is always going to be people that eat animal flesh and those that don't. I am sick of the arguments that ensue. I do not eat any animal flesh as I feel animals are sentient beings, have a soul, feelings etc... it was a choice from a very early age. The bible also suggests that Mary had a virgin birth which is nigh impossible. In some Asian countries they eat cats and dogs and a lot of meat eating Westerners are up in arms about this. Culture and varying belief systems is what steer peoples choices. I grew up on a farm and I am highly sensitive to any animal slaughter.

[@deeb2021]

@@mamacass222 about Mary's virgins biirth , with God all things are possible. Jesus is the Messiah.

[@APRIL2862]

Why would anyone not like this video? As entertaining & educational as it is!

[@bmxaz06]

Like the pumpkin carving at 3:40

[@viviandeschenes6158]

This has to be one of my favourite you tube shows! So relaxing and knowledgeable and the cooking is awesome! Ideal life if you ask me!

[@freepilot1019]

I like it. The Wife and I have the skills and abilities to live like this comfortably. We just sold our city house and are buying semi remote large acreage, with modest home or even off grid cottage/cabin, and live a simpler more solid, full filling lifestyle. Thanks for the vids, it really enforces on what we wan to do and actually need.

[@stevezeppieri]

Everything looked so delicious. I would have never guessed that was your 2nd time making cornbread and FIRST from scratch. Well done Shawn. Looking forward to the next.

[@jamiecrabtree3712]

You could post a video.....A Day In The Life Of Cali !!!! I Do Love Cali. She is a sweetheart. LOL

[@kathmandoo]

What a wonderful happy life "Cali' has. She is a beautiful dog and so handsome. She is loved by Shawn and fed well and gets all the big backyard experiences any dog could want. Well done Shawn. I LOVE your program. Can't wait for each new release.

[@potterlinda02]

I am getting so many great decorating tips for my "cabin"... I totally love all of your videos...Ty!!

[@ecalose6785]

You’ve made the cabin like a FRIEND.

[@Rose-kh1qh]

I love your channel. When you could be entertained an educated at the same time, that's what I call a perfect Channel👍

[@brendanmackinnon6835]

Wow dude, I’ve been a professional chef for approaching 18 years and I’ll be damned if I wouldn’t trade any high end gourmet meal I’ve ever eaten for a plate of bear roast in your amazing cabin. Just found your channel today and quickly subbed, greetings from Cape Breton Island!! Keep up the great work!

[@ivamarques414]

Brendan MacKinnon,eu sou Brasileira mas gosto muito dos seus códigos muito lindo sua cabana e suas comidas que você prepara eu acredito que seja delicioso

[@katsaras1]

I thought it was friday for a moment! That was a nice surprise with a long video in the middle of the week Shawn

[@madisona3907]

I LOVE your cabin. Your decorating sense and functional planning is amazing. You over whelm me with how well executed EVERYTHING you do is! Your wife and kids must be so proud of you! These videos will inspire your grand children someday I am sure. My kids love watching!

[@ernabueing4250]

Loved this video, just like all the rest of them, Cali is a sweetheart, just love watching her chasing her toy and bugging the heck out of you to play also. That is a good life you have there and your enjoyment of all that is around you. Thank you for sharing your life with the rest of us.

[@danwhiteman2529]

Cabin Life looks great in the snow!

[@joelmoca9944]

Thank's for your guts. Thanks for your patience. I agree with one of the coments below, please share the ingridients when you cook. I lojs delicious most times. Stay well. Regards from Portugal

[@susanwong9592]

Cali is such a wonderful pet. I like her. She is so sweet. I really do enjoyed watching Cali running to pick up her fav throw bottle. She is such an intelligent dog. Watching her makes me laugh and make my day feeling good. Your underground food storage is fantastic.

[@HammerheadCooking]

Not too shabby, partner. That looked just like roast beef and the perfect ending to the video - man with man's best friend at the cabin. Well done.

[@adventurebythemile]

I had surgery yesterday and haven't eaten since Monday @ 11, I haven't been hungry but I am now.

[@HarborHon1]

Loved the Jack O'Lantern. I would be proud to eat at your table anytime. You rock!

[@richardburguillos3118]

Beautify shots with the snow. Cali’s color pops right out from the black and white snow shots. Wow can she run! You are an amazing cook. I can’t stop drooling. I swear I can smell it from here.

[@paulmorgan450]

I have always enjoyed your videos. They are very polished and professionally done. I also really love the patience and playfulness you have with Cali. Keep up the great work, Shawn! Cheers!

[@DJ21384]

Hey Shawn, new subscriber because of your last video.. it’s been fun going through all you older videos.. you make amazing content!!

[@fishinginindiana1904]

I gave up watching Clint Eastwood westerns so I could watch these videos they have more grit to them because it’s real life!

[@MySelfReliance]

Lol, thanks

[@hanorabrennan8846]

Watched Thunderbolt and Lightfoot at the weekend. Great movie and Jeff Bridges could certainly act.

[@yani5865]

Matthews World I never stop watch Eastwood

[@kvandy1340]

Not many dogs will find suspended fetches like that! Love it and love your channel - my pastor tells me I shouldn't covet, but that idea goes out the window when I see the cabin and the life you spend there! Thank you for filming it!

[@altangunaltan]

It is beautiful with you, beautiful nature. I am very pleased. I can imagine living there happily for a long time.

[@theyachtcaptain]

Hello, I see that you have one of the very early Original Bushcraft Grills from Expedition Research. I wanted to reach out because I am so very embarrassed that this grill is not representative of grills that we are currently shipping. The new grills are welded by hand in the PNW, not spot welded. Anyway, we sent you some replacements and I do hope you enjoy the new, better quality Original Bushcraft Grill. BTW, Canadian owned, originally from Scarborough!

[@young-soonkim6730]

Good Wednesday evening Shawn & Cali! Wow! Snow already! This is my first time watching someone cook and eat bear meat and corn bread.

[@victoriasmith2282]

My friend you have the best screen dog since Toto. I love all your stuff, its amazing and incredibly well produced.Honestly though, if your house fell down tomorrow, I would be perfectly happy watching you and your dog walk in the woods. Thank You.

[@daphotoguy7689]

FINALLY!!!!…. A Descent Cutting Board!!!!! I really enjoyed this video!!!

[@thomascox7475]

I have been a General Contractor building all kind's of Homes, and addition's, for over thirty years. I like yours truly the best. My next Home build is going to be mine, and I am going to follow your lead, and build a Log Cabin...I've already subscribed. Now, I would like to see more building, an addition to your cabin, like a great room, with fireplace. What got me to keep watching you is the Construction. The recipes are nice, I do all my own cooking too. Your are truly a man after my own heart. Go big or go home..... Keep up the excellent showmanship, and instructional teaching. But, if you want more subscribers like me, Build like the wind, Man. P.S. Green/ grow House vegetables, Herb's should be exciting, with all the laws changing. Just A thought... ( Tis u Mae) Thank you... Tmack, Wyandotte Warrior from the Wyandotte Nation of Oklahoma, you can call me Thomas. The Lord keep you and bless you.

[@MySelfReliance]

Lol, thanks

[@Drinks-and-finger-food]

There are only two seasons in Canada....winter and July.

[@davidstorton910]

Here in the UK we have winter and rainy season

[@abefrohman1759]

J. Ocampos 🤣😂

[@colin8532]

You mean winter and bug season? lol

[@straubdavid9]

I thought it was Good Sledding & Bad Sledding!

[@gordonfleming7878]

J. Ocampos lol :)

[@bosse641]

Life is all about retrieving, eating, sleeping :-) What a simple stress-free life.

[@jeanettec6212]

I can’t believe how much I look forward to watching your videos! Your daughter is really great at it! Cali is so precious and you Shawn are very respected! Have a great weekend! Btw it was beautiful with the snow!❤️❤️❤️

[@wisewoman7906]

That was a tasty-looking meal. Really impressed with the corn bread!

[@cmac8337]

Almost 40K views in 5 hours. Very impressive. This should reassure your thoughts on how much we the viewers enjoy your video. Well done Sir!

[@jasondesjardins7371]

Simply some of the best content on KZbin. Period.

[@TheSean7564]

World's happiest dog … very cool to see her (him?) do his thing. Love your videos, your lifestyle, and your story about being up, down, and now where you want to be. Stay the course!

[@lillianleigh7316]

Food just taste better when cooked on a wood stove!

[@68BarbP]

Cali has as much energy as you! Enjoyed your video.

[@4Score747]

Awesome Thumbnail! Fits perfectly! 🐻 what an great winter meal! Excellent! I was feeling sorry for Cali on the cold floor by the door, and seconds later she had a rug! What a beautiful girl! And blessed to have a great owner ❤️

[@davidoyama9753]

You are pretty amazing Shawn ! Looks like you can do everything ! The bear roast looked delicious and I wish I was there to try it. Also, thanks for showing us how you render down fat and explaining what the different uses for it. Thanks again !

[@markgoode4109]

Lovely video. The forest looks beautiful in its winter coat. Best wishes

[@richardholmberg8572]

Bear stew is good country food my uncle would make seal lever and onions at the end of salmon season in alaska when i was growing up it was good hearty food. people nowadays shy away from harvesting their own food

[@gentry42077SG]

I just love when you play fetch it brings back great memories of my dog Bandit I miss him so much.

[@dav1099]

just nothing better than a good dog to keep you company. thanks for posting

[@chrisleprevost7843]

i could watch Callie play all day.

[@LarryTaint-qn8pd]

Yea, she's a very sweet dog.

[@0623kaboom]

thought cali was not going to be able to get the tree hanger one ... but she pulled it off no probs lol

[@hanorabrennan8846]

I think we're all with you there. She's a real beauty.

[@biohazzardbob]

The dog needs her own channel

[@sosteve9113]

Lol

[@nokheda2008]

👍

[@0623kaboom]

she does it's call My Self Reliance .. the life and times of a golden retriever as her human builds a nice peaceful life for her and her favorite humans ;)

[@howardfortyfive9676]

The dog has a *name. It's Callie.* Coming up on December 21, 2018 she will be 2 years old. Your Welcome.

[@JustinGray70]

Then make 2 more channels (li I'm e crazy russian hacker and millions of others did) that totally SUCK.

[@dawn2949]

I just want to hug Callie. Beautiful and good dog

[@vhabcan176]

Yeah, you did it again..........another 'hongry' video!! And must mention the beautiful scenes, and fun with Cali. Thank you again.

[@finpainter1]

You sure know how to make a person hungry.

[@lyndawilliams8434]

This ^

[@toddbates3587]

i love his cabin, his cooking, and yes he is making me hungry too !

[@mem7048]

Something I like to do once in a while is to substitute some of the liquid in the cornbread with a can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies for a more Southwest flavor.

[@douglasmayhew2487]

Wood stoves make great heat in a small cabin like that and you can cook on them, too. You have such a wonderful place in the woods.

[@OdeeOz]

Oh the good it does my heart, watching Cali frolick away.

[@Pixxelshim]

I am continually struck by the genetic predisposition bred into retrievers to . um.. retrieve. Good training unleashes it. So enjoyable to watch and think about these things. Thanks for sharing

[@lyndawilliams8434]

Lol I have a black labrador retriever... if you cant eat it, he wont retrieve it!

[@dirtrida274]

My rottweiler gives me the same eyes! She loves the snow, we don't have any yet but Winter is coming! Great video as always.

[@rayrjrhuber5752]

Bert Longbottom rottweilers are the best.

[@OklahomaRelicHunter]

You have a great channel. Makes me want to pack everything up, put it in storage, and move to the woods.

[@elainejames9021]

MR. James i love your dog she is so beautiful , and so is your place. BLESS you and family from Nashville TN.

[@LarryTaint-qn8pd]

You're one helluva cook Shawn.

[@dansamy25]

min 3:38 I LOVE THIS DOG!!! ahahahahahaahha ciao da Venezia(Italia)

[@jarsamo]

Usually I don't watch cooking programs on telly but this is just so great!

[@kjonesy4142]

And just like that.... winter wonderland, beautiful!

[@christaunnasch932]

Cali has a new toy?! She does not mind the cold it seems. Your cutting boards are awesome. My guess is you cut those thin slices yourself? Nifty boots!! That rug looks like an Indian-Native pattern. I used to make rugs with my own hand spun-handdyed sheep wool. Very wise to warn about the trichinose. We had 2 young women who suffered from that disease. They used to live on a farm at the outback, where it was pretty primitive. The father of my friend when in Russia during WWII, ate there some Mettwurst. He never quite recovered. Several of his mates died from it.- You're a great cook! I learned a lot today. Take care of 'No One', which is you! You're doing a great job and making many people happy.

[@williamlyman5482]

It looks to me that most of his stuff comes from Wiiliams Sonoma and Pottery Barn. FWIW, no remote Sourdough's cabin, I have ever been in, is so well equipped with niceties. Not very rustic, Not very realistic.

[@kelvar007]

Hey Shawn, are there badgers to hunt in your area? Render down their fat and you have a great creme for treating bruises, tennis elbow, muscle or neck pain and even neurodermatitis etc. If you drink it, it is good against coughing, bronchitis etc. And in Germany we eat lard with greaves/cracklings on a good sourdough bread. For rendering, add a little bit of water (0.1- 0.2 liter per kilogram fat depending on the stiffness you like). Ah and add garlic and onions for a few minutes before straining the fat. Make sure you press as much fat of the cracklings out as possible in the strainer. Heat them again until they are really hard and add some salt. Let them cool down and cut them into small peaces, like dried onions. Put them back into the lard before the fat has become hard again to mix them into the glass or keep them seperated as topping for a lard bread. Add salt and a little pepper to the finished lard.

[@goooddyy2shus]

I think you do a wonderful job on giving us knowledge it is very well rounded! I would have never known that about the bear parasites about the fat breakdown etc. and it all is a part of your self reliance there😊 and I love the cutting boards that you made. Even though your wife and daughters are not present much in your documentary’s you create an atmosphere as if they are right there with you😊 Great job on the thumbnail! Always ❤️Cali🐶

[@annettelane659]

Love those maple cutting boards Shawn, really beautiful...... Also Cali is a gorgeous dog and very smart too.

[@guns4funcajanajustin]

Outstanding cook my friend!

[@seepingspringsfarm6017]

in Kentucky, ppl also make stovetop cornbread by dropping spoonfuls onto a hot griddle. we were gifted the fat of a bear recently, rendered and canned it up.

[@hanorabrennan8846]

Kentucky is a beautiful state.

[@brandondebruyn7490]

There’s just something so peaceful about your videos, especially the beginning of this one. It calms my racing thoughts and general anxiety about everything going on in my life. It takes me there, where life is simple and peaceful, one with nature. As life was intended. So thanks again for everything you’re doing for us viewers!

[@Bunefoo401]

I don’t understand the need for those who are vegans or against hunting to even leave a negative comment on a video such as this. This is My Self Reliance - a journey with a man who is creating a lifestyle for himself and his family, much like many other Canadians, Alaskans, and those who live deep in the country and hunt for food. If this isn’t your thing, don’t watch it, but don’t feel you have to be Negative Nancies on Shaun’s posts. They are incredibly informative and helpful for those who are looking to improve their homesteading experience, or for those who wish to learn more about being self reliant. Shaun has so much good advice on life in general as well. The Golden Rule is very similar in all cultures ... basically, do unto others as you would wish they do unto you ... this world needs WAY MORE tolerance, and it can start with you.

[@tractorcorleone]

Your lifestyle is great and you make very good videos, I will watch all the videos, it's interesting to see how you built everything yourself :)

[@ZennyReacts]

We need an hour long compilation of the dog!

[@pbcoupons]

Wow! So many more comforts in the cabin this year vs last year. You've come such a long way. Kudos to daughter for opening. Great Job!

[@justin-d-lux1394]

Not sure who had the better ninja move in this one, you for getting the decoy snagged in the tree, or Cali for snatching it out of the tree! I guess you get the tie-breaker based on your culinary skills! Man, I'm hungry...