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Stay in the Woods,
Dan

[@slackularo]

"Length ................................... ...................................... .......................... indicator." I think most people would have edited that but props to you for leaving it in.

[@jjm5714]

I feel the same way sometimes. I can never find that perfect word or phrase at the right time and I stand there dumbfounded trying to figure it out

[@jordanmain]

I just related too well hahaha

[@jonpayne4931]

@@jjm5714 'Brain fart'. They're more common than you think. Not so bad in general conversation but can be exacerbated when doing a presentation.

[@phantomairsoft1]

7:08

[@niccbeans2939]

His internet was lagging in his brain 🤣🤣 Be like that sometimes 🤣

[@topcat5233]

7:12 has a minor stroke, but keeps right on going, what a trooper😂😂

[@playtake]

bro, shit had me rolling

[@topcat5233]

@@playtake same lmao, its one of those moments where youre about to start looking at other things, avoid eyecontact, and right at that moment, he comes toXD

[@tgunnerkills5927]

I came right to the comments after that, had to see what people were sayin! Hilarious!

[@englishpride2406]

He actually squeezed out a fart, then paused to see how noticable it was.

[@topcat5233]

@@englishpride2406 maybe he was hoping for some echos in the empty forest... that would be wild, to hear your own fart in the distance lmao

[@xanfsnark]

Regarding the hedgerow of birch trees, you might want to consider managing it as a coppice. Coppicing is a traditional technique where fast growing trees like birch, willow, and poplar are cut back low to the ground in a multi-year cycle. They send up new trunks from the "stools" left behind, and will actually grow faster AND live longer. It's a technique for sustainably growing more firewood, poles, basket materials, etc. per acre that has been used since the stone age. It could be a fantastic resource for bushcrafting.

[@yesican2012]

Thanks for the info. Will be starting this technique.

[@joebloggs7956]

yeah, can use Billhook instead of knife.

[@joebloggs7956]

can be used to make woven fence panels after staves have been split down. which can be used as walls and then have clay shit stray etc

[@coltonstringer507]

This answer is why I scroll through the comments. Thank you.

[@kimberluna2226]

Thanks learned something new today

[@lanaistheneworange3013]

07:12 coalcracker.exe stops working. ⚠️

[@BringerOfD]

[--> Check for a solution and close the program] [--> Close the program ] [--> Wait for the program to respond ] ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (v) View problem details

[@DoomOfConviction]

He started at the bottom and worked himself up to the top! 10:45

[@meatballYF]

That’s just how he sleeps

[@wackyflappybob]

I feel like he heard or saw something and lost his train of thought lol

[@busterbros]

I thought it was a glitch in the matrix

[@steventorres5768]

This guy just Bush Crafted a shelter with a Butterfly knife!! 😳😮👍👍!!

[@PlayaSinNombre]

Butterfly-style folding machete!

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

Bushcraft Ninja.

[@nonotgivingittoyou7054]

I'd love to have a solid bushcraft butterfly knife. Even the name is cool

[@Vendeevictores]

Balisong Bushcrafter

[@hanreality.7266]

Felix Immler could probably do it with a toothpick.

[@TheScoundrel70]

I really dug the tree stop/anvil setup for sizing your materials quickly Dan! Look at you go...using your big brain and doing that thinking stuff! Awesome! I remember there being posters in school saying "Work smart, not hard!". The trend at the time was to push everyone to University and white collar work rather than towards trades. Regardless of what the intent was, it took me a few years to realize how terrible that catch phrase really was. It should have read "Be smart when you work hard". That simple hack is a very fine example of being smart when working hard.

[@GregoryBenn]

"length indicator" nice way to describe a template.

[@PlayaSinNombre]

Brain freeze!

[@lowkeylowkey1000]

I legit thought my connection froze...turns out it was him lol

[@thesmallwoodlot433]

He may have been looking out for unintended innuendo, trying to keep it family friendly!

[@user-gh8wt2zi2n]

Brain fart

[@user-gh8wt2zi2n]

@@PlayaSinNombre , brain freeze is when you drink a Slurpie too fast, at least where I grew up.

[@thedaddechannel]

“...stare into space, think about life...” that reminds me...

[@JJfromIA]

You're videos are great! Clear, concise, and informative. The energy and positivity is also awesome. Thanks!

[@MrAjusog]

That's the biggest damn butterfly knife I've ever scene. Filipinos are salivating over that knife.

[@brickempire4427]

Hey! I'm about an hour from the PA border in NY. This channel has been amazing for me to utilize the natural elements of our area. Thanks for sharing your videos, and keep crafting!

[@stoneysdead689]

We built these as kids in the woods- not for survival, for fun. We used to build all kinds of different structures and pretend they were houses and stuff- had no idea it would turn out to be good practice for shelter building later on. It certainly got us used to the basic concepts though- every time I build one now, I'm surprised how similar it is to what we used to do as kids. By the time we were 10 years old me and my brothers all had our own axe, hatchet, knives, etc- my dad was a strong believer in putting his kids to work. Plus- he got tired of us dulling his up, I'm sure.

[@thomasbingham9648]

Same here now my son dose the same

[@DontLookBehindYou1]

Us outdoors people are the same people that loved making forts as kids

[@bediaswild6337]

That's a kick-ass knife you got there!

[@michaelnavarre6611]

Really loving your videos Dan. Always to the point 👉 and informative!

[@virginiagerardi2056]

So much helpful, simple, easy to remember tips. Been watching a while, finally subscribed!

[@mathewhuling7778]

I to live in Pennsylvania west central. I am a bush crafter all my life and enjoy your videos. Being old school i am learning new things from you and new gear upgrades thanks for what you do.

[@Jigaboo123456]

Being in my seventies, and in love with the outdoors since infancy, I've built a huge amount of shelters both in he army and for my own enjoyment outdoors, What impressed me most about this clip was Coalcracker's efficient minimising of movement, he must be an industrial time-and-motion guy! Decades of a very active life, and the consequent injuries have left me with bad knees, so I definitely have to be economical with my movement, especially on rough ground, so now I really have to plan things out and prep in advance, In dire situations, millitary or otherwise,failure to complete an adequate shelter in time is due to wasting too much time and/or energy, so it's far,far better to go with a plan, but prepared to be flexible, and with the necessary skills practised. This clip is spot-on in that respect, although it would have been better to have a materials on hand (or pre-assembled) to block the wind if it changed direction, That said, it is much easier to criticise than it is to DO, especially when one is sitting comfortably if front of a PC, this is a very good clip for entry =level outdoorsmen.

[@eugeneduran7325]

My kind of guy. Respects the forest and all that live there. Also, instructional videos are a plus for people looking to camp and have some clean fun . Keep it up.

[@alanj7306]

Very important to build a steady shelter quickly. Gives you more time to seek out water. You have some great videos and advice. Although, I’d always want a small axe with me.

[@earlshaner4441]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and adventures brother

[@davidvaughn7752]

Damn I've been slacking. This channel rocks. The Practical advice and applicability is beyond. Thanks!

[@413xanderb5]

I was out on this day too. Super awesome you took advantage of the weather.

[@waynehead7271]

Thank you for giving me a look at that particular Gerber, in the hands of someone who knows how to utilize a blade. I've been curious about it's performance for a few weeks now. - To be honest, it's the real reason for my watching this video. Not because I needed the tutorial. That being said, it also gave me a chance to appreciate your attention to detail, when giving instructions. I gotta say that, the way you explain many of the components, and how to use them, is very well done and quite thorough. Your explanation of principles that I have understood since my youth, and take for granted, is admirable. I'd be willing to bet that you are a great teacher of many such things, in general. If I didn't live way over in the PNW, I'd probably be interested in your advanced skills training. *Please* understand, this is one of the highest compliments I have to give. Keep up the great work. In my opinion, your personality and presentation should earn you a television contract, if you want to accept it, someday. Oh, snap! Hold that thought ...

[@TRoysAdventures]

You're doing great for the forest thinning out those saplings, promotes healthy growth 👍 Also very effective way to cut them down I've seen so many people hack straight across the grain, doesn't work. 👏

[@saladfingers6710]

My 8 year old son and I are going to try this on our property today. He is a Cub Scout now so it's gonna be good. Thank you!!

[@vegasboast]

I love the fact you said you want a full lash NOT a coalcracker lash. Kudos brother.

[@jjeerrrr]

I have watched your videos for some time now, and just wanted to say. The best channel on KZbin. I have never been disappointed, and I have watch about all of them I think. You do a great job, and I hope you make bank from all you do!

[@partalaiskiainen]

I really liked it when you said "simplicity is key". I have very little experience in the actual wilderness, but I practice bushcraft skills quite a bit in my home forest. This is what I love the most about bushcraft, the simplicity and problem solving: Finding the simplest design that works, the solution that effectively uses the smallest amount of resources, the fastest way that gets the job done well enough, the simplest tools to get many jobs done relatively well etc. Wise words, my man!

[@sharonferguson6562]

I’m glad to see you address the issue of taking live trees to use in bushcrafting. I watch a lot of bushcrafting videos and few if any practitioners talk about killing trees. I’m concerned about the number of bushcrafters in the woods and the cumulative effect of their harvesting on woodlands and the often careless way they go about taking trees and branches. I hope your commentary brings greater awareness on the topic among your viewers. Dan, you’re my favorite instructor. I’ve learned a lot from you.

[@baldrickthedungspreader3107]

Definitely should be always respectful of your environment, although it would be very different in an actual survival situation, mainly try and use more dead seasoned wood for most things when I can, for shelter building you can get away with using ground sticks as long as they're not so rotten that they crumble in your hands, but if I need to use green wood I always bring a pruning saw with me and do a arboricultural cut that I was taught by tree surgeons which allows you to harvest the wood without severely damaging the tree, one cut above, one below, it prevents the branch from splitting which can expose the tree to disease and infection, very useful to get green wood without killing trees

[@theryanmark]

"Then I made a jig, or a length... ... ... Processing... ... ... ... Indicator." Haha great video, that was the best part.

[@Mike-gt1cs]

"I see you shiver with antici . . . . . . . . . . . . pation". Dr. Frankenfurter

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

For a second he looked like Biden! 🤣🤣🤣😝

[@patrickcooley6849]

Been studying survival for decades. It's like dad always said If you're good at something then you make it look easy. Wildman Dan!!

[@justincoleman2740]

Terrific Dan. Very to the point. Just trying to up my skills. Def learned more than a bit. Happy New Year!

[@modeamity]

I got one of these coal crack Knifes after watching him the last few month's I go it in my hands so it is even more fun to watch along. (Gerber Double Down)

[@drcsep]

Concur... simplicity makes your life easier... thanks for the teaching...

[@Greg-mw5kh]

To the point and no nonsense. Thanks man.

[@canoe365]

Very informative, succinct, thoroughly described. Great videos!

[@marcbannerman7841]

Great video Dan. Very helpful tips. 👍

[@pnyarrow]

Hi Dan. Good drills - great skills. Thanks for sharing. ATB and stay safe. Nigel

[@db.mc2]

Dan , thank you.👍As always great tips for the toolbox my friend 👍✌️

[@hikerdaven.e.bigfoot9443]

Great quick shelter, i learned a lot watching your methods. 2 thumbs up my friend. Thank you for sharing.

[@madmikey7778]

Always Savin my rear out there...thanks Dan

[@dalecarpenter8828]

I have carried a wetsern bowie for 50 years and it works a lot like the double down ! I'm looking into getting one ( I have seen it tested ,it looks good ) !

[@MaximusArurealius]

Hey Coal, an hour is too long. Use ONE pole and lean it against a fork . Make an A-frame. it protects you on three sides and doesn't take so long. A lean-to is a great shelter, but you need to close in the ends to keep out the breeze.

[@trollmcclure1884]

Can you simplify it for me? 😀 I need a "time's money version" with a fire at the opening. How can I have a fireplace where the fork is? But yeah, tžhis should work.Last weekend I had a steel rope with me, a 3x4 tarp and I found that a three-sided pyramid with a floor doesnt work as well as with a paper model. The gromets werent where they should be etc... I ended up with a lean to which sucked too.

[@Eaode]

@@trollmcclure1884 if the Y is strong and high enough you could mayyyyyybe leave a large gap between the tree and your shelter's opening and keep a small fire at the head of the shelter--more than small enough to stay away from the support beam above and the dry material u prob stuffed into the a-frame

[@attorneyreel1181]

Yes--he'd be better off in a debris shelter that was a sort of pup tent with the high end in the tree fork for entry and the peak slanting from there down to the ground. His own body heat would be better retained in the smaller space and he'd be protected from wind and rain. The one he built is nothing more than a wind break.

[@thomaskeenan2208]

He mentioned the 1 hour work sort of long for that result. Noted carry a shelter. A tarp and some cords would save time and better. It was just an example with tips if got not much but a knife.

[@offgridDAVID]

Just started my 1st channel buddy "off griddin ,start livin " the Noel homestead. And your channel rocks buddy..I use your lashing techniques all the time. Your a pro. Thanks.

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

Awesome Dan, thanks for sharing.

[@gibrigg]

Nice job. You’re a great teacher!

[@GreeklishOutdoors]

Great video and love the bits of.........humour you add in. 👍🏼👍🏼😁😁

[@pamelacarnes9652]

You are so good at teaching on videos!! Usually when I’m watching you make shelters all I can think about is how in Texas the rain blows sideways and the wind blows away everything that isn’t tied down really really well. Even then sometimes. The men in my family set a tent carport in concrete for my mom. The canvas lasted a week. Do you all not have much wind?

[@BBQDad463]

Thanks for this excellent video! Great frame build.

[@BringerOfD]

I appreciate that you and I share the same issue with finding words sometimes. I've never taken the time to think about how easy it is to make myself a length...............................................................indicator while in the wild.

[@jamesslater9628]

Always love your content, you are a wealth of knowledge.

[@kimberluna2226]

Loved it...looked like get her done before the freeze..... BTW great video.....

[@adventuresforjesuswithcam9598]

Great content some of the best in a multitude of ways

[@palainanoctem-im1sh]

Dear God, that's a butterfly knife (balisong) on heavy steroids! That is an amazing knife! You continue to impress on all levels. Many blessings to you sir, take care!

[@Ladythyme]

As always, GREAT Advice and tips!

[@speakeasydoorman4966]

This guy knows It's obvious.....many thx Like your Gerber folding machete

[@timberwolf8283]

Looks sweet!!!

[@levichavez5319]

thanks Dan !

[@bobafett109]

I've never seen anyone do this with a ballisong before. Props to you brother!

[@bibahan]

Love your channel bro. You know your stuff! Ben from South Africa.

[@antoniescargo1529]

Dutch name?

[@bibahan]

@@antoniescargo1529 no, I'm from german descend.

[@paulaneary7877]

Excellent video, thank you so much! I am learning a lot.

[@rudycarrera791]

The Filipino in me loves the *super-sized balisong!!!* 👍💕🇵🇭💕👍

[@Jezawix]

Thanks Dan, I just bought your book, Bushcraft Kid, and your videos are really helpful :)

[@johnnybushman651]

Thanks Mr.Coalcracker that shelter is definitely a good choice for a Quick build and I would lean to that kind of shelter in case of a survival moment .😬

[@raulmancha6893]

Great build!👍

[@southernyert7597]

Grt video. Fun to watch and educational. The double down looks Like a grt pack knife. Definitely will look at it. U take care & God Bless

[@gregcrowe8885]

Thank You for helping

[@reginaschmid2657]

Great video!! Like the knife you used in this video!! Gideon’s Tactical also has done a review on this knife, and I believe he has nothing but praises for it! Looks like a good versatile tool!

[@TheScoundrel70]

I watched it too...first I saw of that machete. Seems good so long as you use gloves when working it hard or the handles flex and pinch the hand. Price made it a hard sell for me considering how many short machetes are out there , though without the folding feature. I like my 12" Ontario machete and my Terava Skrama more than well enough to stick with them for now, but I do have to give Gerber the nod for innovation and giving this concept a try.

[@veteranpatriot4474]

Love that Knife 🔪 And thats a Nice quickie Shelter. Great Video.

[@davidjacobs828]

Very impressive indeed sir.. Thanks.

[@mikeboyce5403]

New subscriber and love all the useful info. I like knives so, of course, I like the Gerber, but what gives? Using a knife to do an ax's job? And from a self-proclaimed ax man no less? LOL, just had to give you some grief. I love what you're doing! Also, I appreciate your sense of humor and your philosophy on NOT breaking the bank with all kinds of expensive gear. Keep up the good work.

[@samuelbrewer9642]

I love that knife.

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

I like that knife 👍 Fun shelter

[@oldgoat1890]

Enjoy your Hemlock while you can. I was hunting back in a valley(In the coal regions) last week and a long strip of Hemlocks is now half dead. Covered with wooly aphids. Pretty soon there will be nothing but scrap trees left like birch, stripped maple, and maybe cherry. All the good hardwood is dying from something.

[@chetnash5991]

K*I*S*S. Perfect! Love the butterfly machete. Design is quick, easy and as time permits, can be improved. 100%

[@abcstardust]

Excellent video! Learning from you is way cool. Especially with snowstorms coming! lol

[@jackthomasson2084]

Haha. Already the negative Nellys showing up. Great video!

[@papasfunnyfarm9703]

Good build!

[@newfoundland1956]

love your video the way you explain each step I have subscribed thanks look forward to seeing other videos you have

[@carlcandiano1517]

Great video

[@johnnyventurino8947]

I love your videos buddy. Very informative.

[@geoffallert1921]

I am entertained and informed. Thanks to your video.:) Cheers mate.

[@billmartz4290]

More good tips. Thanks. Cheers!

[@CornerTalker]

He's right about time - Once you've made the decision to spend the night in an emergency shelter in the wild, you've already spent time and energy trying to get home.

[@ericstoever9577]

Good video! Simple stuff, good stuff.

[@Northeast-SouthwestOutdoors]

Love your work, one of the best out there in yt land at this bushcrafty thing! And dont worry no one noticed you hiding the safety not working😉true pro.

[@scooterfpv8864]

👍👍Good stuff man! Diggin that big ole heavy duty butterfly knife Gerber got there.

[@051biohaz]

More awesome content man, thanks for the upload..:)

[@HaulingBonez]

Cool bro..

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Nice Dan, take care.

[@GraysOutdoors]

Good detail. Cheers

[@user-gh8wt2zi2n]

If you're in a real survival situation in the woods you can actually sometimes find mother nature made debris shelters. Usually just needs a lil tidying up and extra pine boughs but it makes the job incredibly easier. Especially good if you're truly desperate. I camped like this many times.

[@TheHuntForSupper]

Excellent suggestion...thank you! You are wise beyond your years.

[@robertgarmoe13]

I'm in shock that he's not using his axe...life has a little less meaning now! Thanks Dan!

[@godividarr]

".......................indicator." LOL Great vid. Love the channel. Thank you for posting.

[@joebloggs7956]

Nice one dude!!!

[@BushcraftHakankarahan]

nice video, waiting for more😎👍

[@joycedimaggio3816]

Thanks for the helpful tips

[@dominicschmidt4988]

You are Awesome Dude

[@jortbremer3063]

thanks man i have learned a lot today !!

[@mitchellsworth5855]

Big ass butterfly knife. I love it!!