Building a primitive shelter completely warm natural waterproof roof - Off the grid bushcraft!

Build a shelter in the woods with natural materials it's not always easy! after 1 month of work I finally just saw my shelter. In this shelter I use woods sand and clays obviously grasses. I Hope you will like this .I work a lot but I'm happy just... for the winter I have a great shelter that will hold up over time.
A beautiful shelter well in the fresh in summer and warm in winter! I am very happy with my realization, soon a lot of adventures in the woods of other mine craft realization!
you can discover the interior of this shelter in this video !
• Fireplace Method Build...
There is a movie with 2 more hours on my second youtube channel. Athos outdoor shorts See the full movie here
• Building a primitive s...
in this video you can discover only 25 minutes essential clips. There is a second part with all the interior finishes coming soon .Thank you all for your comments and messages.
See you soon in the woods!
#bushcraft #survival #shelter

[@supersloth4635]

Oh, man! You're building the things we imagined that we were building when we were kids. 😊

[@shawnmarkert924]

IF ONLY !

[@shawnmarkert924]

@ Eric. Oh guess you told me something. Can I see your structure/structures??

[@ryanblystone5153]

Definitely cooler than any fort I built in the woods

[@dustanddeath3985]

@@erisdiscordia5429 Wattle and daub structures have been inhabited for millennia. With proper maintenance, this one could last 3 to 5 years.It's not 'just mud,' it's clay of different purities and consistencies, sometimes strengthened with fiber, layered over each other and air hardened.

[@sabrynastar2680]

I've heard I said, and I believe it's true, that whatever gave us joy as children is our true life purpose. 🥰

[@Fern_Thaddeus]

This is why it is important to let kids play in the dirt, play with their hands, let them get dirty! I bet, anyone who would try doing something like this- it would wipe away their depression! So natural and peaceful compared to our busy, noisy, high tech world! Whenever I get involved in nature outside I feel “normal” again. I would love to do this! My childhood friend and I were always outside adventuring, we often say how thankful to God we had a childhood & did not have phones and such. We miss those days so much. Thank you for sharing! Must work up a mighty appetite when working like so, making any meal even tastier with hard work done. I like reading people’s comments and stories too.

[@user-vw5qh1tq5o]

[@toddthompson2782]

Dude, you make things that look like they come out of the story books and fairy tales of our imaginations. I could only imagine stumbling upon one of these in the woods, you do a spectacular job. Keep on building.

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you !

[@cindyleehaddock3551]

Fairy houses, but adult human sized. Love it!

[@coloradokid8321]

Like something right out of J.R.R. Tolkien!

[@wmb5240]

Excellent work, beautiful!!

[@peterkalmeta7545]

One of the most creative bushcraft shelter projects I have seen. Kudos to you, sir, you are an artist builder.

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much !!

[@keithpopko2540]

I agree. Very creative. Watching this build was very meditative, as are all these kinds of builds, but this one had an added dimension to it.

[@malaineeward5249]

The fact that you hauled shafts into the house just to throw them out for that cool "catch" bit not once, but 3 times is awesome. 110% dedication to the craft, and not just the house either! Lovely hut!

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you !

[@ddoherty5956]

​@ATHOSOutdoorProspector Is it clay that you're finishing the roof with? Really impressive job, how many hours do you think you put into it? 👍🇬🇧

[@marcoblauwe]

We thought you couldn't beat your last shelter, but you surprised us! You're the real deal, please continue. Thank you!❤️

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much for your comment I will continue

[@Dapper-Don]

@@ATHOSOutdoorProspector what tool is that one called the one u used to makes holes on the wood

[@satbobsmith7261]

@@Dapper-Don He drilled holes with an auger

[@FrogOf4Chan]

@Deruex Z Check local antique stores and boutiques, there's loads of the old manual tools for sale all across the world for very little money and the tools usually are in good enough shape to continue to work.

[@charliemanson4808]

You truly are a tremendous artist, you build not only mine but many others dream forest houses. I grew up living in camps in the woods, sleeping out for days at a time. I built a few fairly good shelters most semi sunken but your work is on a god level! Thank you Charlie 🇬🇧

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you ! currently I work for a new shelter soon news 😊

[@keithwatson8228]

He didn't build it. He did cuts that made it look like he built it while other people did the actual work.

[@VonSolo5]

I second this emotion 🙌

[@anjaschleich2798]

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[@janedoe7773]

​@@keithwatson8228Wait what? Do you have proof of this?

[@kathleenmead9259]

thank you for building the coolest forest cottages....makes me smile everytime. You are truely an artist, and I appreciate you sharing your creations with us all.

[@richardlynch5632]

So good to see you in your element, as this crazy world just keeps getting crazier, and your world just keeps getting creative😎👍❤🖖

[@baxtonstagg1832]

Every new project your cob/brick skill improves! Very 😎 sir

[@SMMorigin]

Thank you for curing my boredom at 3 AM. You truly are a very good person

[@chrisdude1001]

Really amazing work. I appreciate how you don't try to hide anything like other primitive construction channels

[@cerveceriavikingheart8742]

Hi friend, we hoped to see you soon in your videos, an excellent refuge that you created, I hope you continue showing us your projects, greetings 🇨🇱🤠👍

[@williamskris6335]

Each shelter is better and better!!! Loving your style!!! Keep p the great work!!! God bless!!!

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much 🖤🙏

[@williamskris6335]

@@ATHOSOutdoorProspector YVW!!!

[@martinazeichart]

I can't find the words, one is completely enchanted when watching. A wonderful soul rests within you. You have been gifted with a wonderful gift. 🙏 💝

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much ❤️

[@nancyl3843]

I am grateful for your channel as you are a brilliant craftsman and teacher. Many thanks, and God bless you.

[@maydavies888]

It is always such a wonderful day whenever you upload a new video. Thank you for sharing yourself with the world, Athos!🙏

[@Gene-XL]

When you began carving the faux brick pattern, that's when I was absolutely convinced you are not only a fine craftsman, but an artist as well! Cheers!

[@Crisniper]

I remember when our grandparents build houses out of straw and mud, and not having to work 40 years+ to afford a small apartment...now these type of houses are regarded as old fashioned or "poor". Somehow, at some point, someone made us think that we are stupid and cannot build a house, and therefore we must get loans from the banks, work a misserable job all our lives, and miss out all our youth so we can afford a home. We fucked up , and we must go back ! Thank you for all your inspiring work sir !

[@luxonbushcraft]

Very nice, my friend. I really appreciate this type of video. The shelter is done very well and neatly. Congratulations👌👌👌

[@jamesellsworth9673]

It takes ONE fine builder to truly appreciate the work of another! Each of you adds a great deal to KZbin Bushcraft builds.

[@dimvaci]

You sir, are an artist!

[@teresaabuc7795]

СПАСИБО Вам за очередной ролик!

[@mikolfarley]

Great layout and design. It's this breed that will survive the great reset! Glad there's more people out there building homes for Gnomes and other forest dwelling beings. Kudos 👍👌

[@truth3732]

Your creations are beautiful! Bravo! 🤩👍

[@londoeblack]

Two thumbs up! Great video. Thanks!

[@JikloMabdera-db6dp]

Brother, you're the best! You helped me become a Bushcrafter! You're my teacher. Thank you.

[@xtralionusone4644]

I will envision this style of shelter everytime I manifest my off-the-grid living dreams. Absolutely awesome✊🏾

[@suestaley844]

Love all your shelters! They have real craftsmanship

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much 🙏🖤

[@albertomartinez3776]

@@ATHOSOutdoorProspector en

[@johnmcclelndon7641]

beautiful work brother!

[@emmahardesty4330]

Very fine, couldn't be better. Hand tools, quiet. There's a few humans who do things right and they show the rest of us. May our species evolve at a more rapid pace.

[@defendersofthevalley6845]

With skills like those, you'll never be homeless!! ;D

[@mikeg8823]

Oh my god you built a shelter in the woods!! Amazing!!! Im a simple minded youtube commenter!!!! Whoooooaaaaa!!!!!!!!

[@nicob7986]

The boss Athos

[@endofurban]

Thanks for all man. What a beauty in natural art. ❤️

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much!

[@s.n.6558]

You're an artist! It's so great to see that lots of people are fed up with civilization and consumerism. You look like someone from a childrensbook. I love it! Keep it up!

[@carolinesousa3747]

I didn't know that dirt and grass made a roof ! you are very talented.

[@donnieP]

You are truly unbelievable! Craftsman extraordinaire! Beautiful cabin!

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you!

[@seannew8930]

Incredible! This is my favorite house you’ve ever built! Very much looking forward to seeing inside, it seems so cozy already

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much soon the suite with the complete decoration inside

[@andyslater2320]

Check back after a good rain. Cozy mud pit.

[@everdeneb4811]

@@andyslater2320 you're clearly talking about things you do no understand.

[@andrefasching1332]

​@@everdeneb4811would not say so. I too worried the whole vid about water resistance. He seemed to construct a nice moss/dirt insulation but at the end of the day its still dirt. A lot of the fake channels sell plain dirt mixed with water as the non plus ultra homemade cemment. But this channels looks incredible genuine so i wonder hard what he used exactly and what the intent behind the various layers is A stress test would be welcomed aswell

[@irenefranz4175]

These are the things that make me happy. Being creative… true art and going back to our roots . Kids naturally enjoy playing with mud and dirt for a reason.

[@enigmalfidelity]

Hooray! A legit builder! The cool thing about these mud huts is after a few years of being abandoned, they go back to the earth with no real everlasting effect on the surroundings. Soon, trees will regrow there. Bushes and flowers. It will be back. This makes it beautiful. It won't last.

[@marcelocavanna8303]

You are really a genius of craftsmanship, it is beautiful !!!! Congratulations

[@barrystowe4812]

Happy to see you back. You have been missed. Keep up the good work.

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much!

[@aris1869]

This is adorable! The video really taps into the childlike desire to build and create! If it weren’t so humid I might go outside and start chopping 😂

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you !

[@nick75103]

Omg please please more Minecraft this was everything I never knew I needed

[@RraMakutsi]

I love that you put the long version on your shorts cannel, and the short version on here, lol. Beautiful creation, as usual... thank you for the entertainment and the education. It is clear that you take great pride in your craft, and that you put much work into creating these wonderful videos. Much love to you, and may great blessings come your way!

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

People don't like videos that are too long. That's why I do this on my Second channel. Thank you very much for your comment I will come back with news soon!

[@gabicristea812]

M am uitat de doua ori la rand la filmuletul asta si intre timp m am tot gandit oare ce sa iti scriu in comentariu. Sincer, nu am cuvinte... Pur si simplu este uimitor ceea ce faci! 👍

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Merci mult ! Uitate in descriptie este un link cu filmul complet 2 ore de film !

[@gabicristea812]

@@ATHOSOutdoorProspector ok👍

[@erikbudrow1255]

I'm really interested in your roof... What are the layers, how do they work, and how long will this remain waterproof? And is this type of roof suitable for a more permanent shelter?

[@timbushell8640]

Just one small earthquake, or one big storm.

[@jamesreves3298]

@@timbushell8640 I would disagree, he has a pretty decent setup with the structure being essentially "pinned" together with wooden dowels. He also sealed it up with an old and effective method using cob (mixture of clay and plant fibers) which is really good with providing insulation and structure. However after an earthquake or storm, it may be likely that there will be some damage which would be relatively easy to repair. My only possible concern is flooding, given that the floor had been escavated.

[@Guttergirl182]

@@timbushell8640 This man is very talented and understands his surroundings. This structure is very sturdy

[@coskuozdogan8377]

Just if he would take the bark of the wood sticks and let the wood dry a bit and burn them a bit, the house would last longer... But now the wood will get rotten especially where it touches the ground and all of them will get a lot of termites soon. It can last 4~5years the most

[@josephnebeker7976]

Cool design. I just wish there were more channels showing builds like this that actually NARRATED what they're doing so we understand the techniques you're using. Too many channels are silent now. Extremely unhelpful.

[@AnxiousCowboy]

you can blame the liberals for that! no one wants to say the wrong thing and get cancelled!

[@heidipustelniak652]

How blessed you are to have soil with such a high clay content! Those walls and roof must have very high “R Values!” Curious on the chimney… is it going to open into a fireplace?

[@karloflaherty]

Id love to know the ratios for the mix

[@Glenbard4]

Another masterpiece. Well done.

[@DisturbedGeneration]

For some reason, I'm imagining he had a dream the night before, where he was a fantastical, well known, and well liked wizard. And he lived in the forest, in a magnificent hut. Then he woke up. And just had to build that hut

[@unbekannt1137]

I am so very impressed. You have incredible skill and taste. Bravo!

[@imspleen]

We’ve been waiting for this!

[@charlieredeemed]

Yeahhhhhhhh!!!!! First 🥇

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you!!! 🙏😊

[@charlieredeemed]

@@ATHOSOutdoorProspector Thank you, Athos. Good to see you, my friend!👍👍

[@zulwe]

Amazing how the watching of such physically demanding work is so relaxing. It's like therapy. I wish that I were in the position to actually try this!

[@markmacyeaple214]

Wow! Absolutely a masterpiece! Your craftsmanship is in a class of its own! I so enjoy watching your videos! Congrats!

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you !

[@lgppatrick6872]

Salut Athos. Félicitations vraiment du beau travail. Un véritable architecte. A bientôt ✌💚

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Merci beaucoup !!

[@keza92]

Amazing! love your builds they have such a whimsical/ fairytale look to them, love it.

[@minimalself]

Someone should make competitions out of this amazing concept.

[@peterchapa8361]

You win the Gold Star for "PATIENCE" & Steadfastness. Way way way beyond my pay grade. 😃

[@Banlish]

Great looking shelter, you're really showing that you have the spirit of a craftsman when you build these things, there are numerous shortcuts you could take and things you could leave off that would save a ton of time and you do them anyway. It shows in your work, hence 'Craftsman', you have a lot to be proud of, the least I can do is like it and comment. Thanks for showing it off and giving many of us ideas

[@RT-fb6ty]

Your shelters are beautiful works of functional art. The skills and details are well filmed. They are an extraordinary education without the need of words. Peaceful and mesmerizing. Thank you for sharing your ideas.

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you!

[@barbarazuazua3927]

Whoa... incredible! I'm about to binge based on these comments. Well done!

[@jennifermarkens1882]

I especially enjoy Athos Outdoor Prospector's amazing creations. True artistry and creativity!

[@olivierguy9761]

it was a long time to see yours vidéos !! how are you Athos ??

[@bushcraftcamp5775]

Hi! I often watch all your videos, you have a real talent for building interesting and unique huts and shelters! You obviously take the matter seriously, I'm just starting my way in bushcraft, but I think that I will also try to build interesting and complex shelters in the likeness of yours over time. In the meantime, I'm training and filling my hand, so to speak, gaining experience.

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@BaconIsNotBiceps]

I'm Frodo Baggins and I approve this build.

[@lilgee118]

Definitely one of the most beautiful builds I've seen! 😍

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you very much !

[@kalebmaguire4665]

Glad to see another video, it’s been to long! Really enjoy your work.

[@d0r0thybr0c4]

Love watching these videos you are a great craftsman

[@donbishop6994]

It really amazes me when I see this. With just a couple very rudimentary tools and some time, you created a little space that I'd be comfortable living in for the rest of my days.

[@kimnielsenthewordyvikingett159]

You Sir are extremely intelligent 🤓 and gifted!!! And when the folige you've planted in your beautiful home starts to grow and root into it it'll just reenforce the entire thing!!! Gifted I say simply gifted ☺️!!!!

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

Glad to see you back

[@lord3031]

It's just awesome. Thank you for sharing this wonderful build with us, Athos!

[@boshaveit]

This isn't just building, it's art. Such a shame that we wouldn't be able to do that here in Britain.

[@sirfizz6518]

Are there no public access woodlands on Great Britain?

[@donteague614]

How come you couldn't build it in G.B?

[@danevertt3210]

Type of soil is my guess??

[@annematten7218]

Wattle and daub,is a tradional building method in the u.k. many houses are still standing after hundreds of years, they were made from a mixture of animal dung ,soil, horse hair or chopped straw,mixed with water, built on a stone foundation, to raise it from ground level. It was always thatched with Reed or straw, wide enough to jut out far enough to protect the walls from running rain water, this building wouldn't survive very long in a wet climate like ours.

[@Rala2.0]

C'est magnifique ! Comment la maison se comporte lorsqu'il y a de la pluie ? Et l'intérieur est il humide ? Y a t'il de la poussière lorsque la glaise est sèche ? Peut on attraper une maladie au contacte de la glaise ? Si on a les jambes nue ? Il y a t'il la possibilité de mettre des toilettes ? Car aucune construction en prévoit ? Allez dans les bois se soulager, avec les araignées.... Comment en prevoir des toilettes ? Merci de me répondre en Français.

[@agustinavieyra2091]

Wonderful and magical!❤❤❤

[@hocinezozodetect1755]

Salut l'ami ATHOS content de te voir beaucoup de boulot incroyable 👍👍👍

[@LifeFX856]

I love how these forts are actually legit unlike stuff like Jungle Survival!

[@sweetchestnut]

Wonderful .. waiting to see it completed & also what it looks like inside❣💯

[@praypal5606]

Great job. Love these building techniques and design. Seems like it would be very rewarding. Thanks for sharing.

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you !

[@cristobalvillalpando7451]

Outstanding job sir, great video

[@stephanymurdy3165]

Look at this guy go! What an intricate construction! So cleverly done and with such skill and imagination!!! Impressive and whimsical!!! Well done…

[@federicosolinas723]

Simply Amazing..

[@bathcolin]

You really are very talented, Athos. I'm so jealous that you have somewhere you can do this? I can't wait to see the interior finishes? Love it!

[@jaymedohrn7012]

You ARE the Master!!! Wow, this looks like something out of an enchanted forest fairytale!! Thanks for the great video!!! 👍👍👍

[@robertcote4375]

No bills no rent no stress just nature ☺️ this is how humans are meant to live

[@dalerobertson3740]

Dudes turned this into a goddamn art form. If I came across this and there wasn’t a man sitting out the front. I’d say a pixie lived here… looks awesome. Crazy skills at getting this place looking this damn good with so little.

[@hocinezozodetect1755]

Bravo le résultat final est magnifique 👍👍👍

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Merci beaucoup mon ami !

[@paigeawin]

I built something like this when I was in third grade. It was inside the bushes in front of our house to hide my little friends and myself, but yours is much better.

[@RedShirt230]

I have no idea how i got here. But dude, that's one of the coolest things I've ever seen.

[@anyascelticcreations]

Absolutely beautiful! Your creations continue to become even more beautiful every time. ❤️

[@user-dy3ke1pj9b]

Просто чудо.. Очень красиво! 👍

[@bugsmith9751]

you always build the most beautiful buscraft structures i have ever seen! any time i see you pop up in my feed i know im going to see a work of art!

[@howlingwind1937]

When I was a child I loved building cubby houses, I even built a tree house it was a lot of fun, I was rather a tom boy and always in trouble for getting so very dirty, but boy it was fun. Now I'm old, I enjoyed watching you build a magnificent cubby house.

[@ATHOSOutdoorProspector]

Thank you !

[@gaikabushcraft7035]

Super travail bravo c est du travail d artiste 👍👍👍

[@windicold4682]

Hello my friend it's been awhile, glad to see you're back and in great form. Nobody and I mean nobody can put together a structure like you can and I've seen quite a few since you've been away. Absolutely intriguing this one!!!! as have all the rest have been....stay uninhibited my friend

[@gmashands]

The movie Willow comes to mind, how wonderful 🇨🇦🙏🙏🙏

[@luisaeibar4476]

Muy bella construcción.....

[@fudgedogbannana]

Your shelters are better than my house.

[@fudgedogbannana]

Your mud pies look better than my cooking.