Building alpine Bushcraft Shelter | Survival materials, shingle roof, stone wall [Pt. 1]

Rocks and deadwood are basically all that is needed to build a protective shelter in the wild. I found this rubble on a mountain, which provided the suitable material for the walls. The whole construction is free of synthetic material. The nails and dowels are also made of wood. The roof is mostly waterproof, altough the shingles are a bit twisted due to a light vortex grwoth of the tree I used to split them. It will take a few months until they flat out by their own, due to the interaction of rain, drying, the weight of the rocks and the mass of snow on top. In the 2nd part I will finish the interior and the stove. Please leave a comment for suggestions and wishes. Have fun watching!
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[@rationalmuscle]

You are a cut above the rest. Just epic. So tired of seeing great starts to shelters, only to bail and put plastic on the roof. Thank you for going the extra mile!

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thank you mate!👍👍👍

[@mihiec]

Agree

[@bushcraftinthewild4340]

❤️

[@sailas32]

This is wild plagiarism. There is a Russian forest channel, the guys have been building it for a long time, and he made a copy right away.

[@bushcraftinthewild4340]

@@sailas32 ❤️

[@hoofgripweightlifting6872]

This guy not only is talented. He is also very strong. Those logs are no joke. Amazing.

[@godwin6949]

Veryjns

[@gear7715]

He is Asgardian

[@paulone-off7286]

I like the technique you used to strip the planks from a log for the roof tiles, that was nice. That tool must be so sharp. Great shelter build. These are good skills you have.

[@winzwilderness]

Wow very nice camping shelter , that’s a lot of job ❤

[@preparedbear5727]

Anyone who has ever hefted granite by hand can apreciate the effort on the base! the rest of your build is fantastic, did you leave space for a fire place?, at my age now i use Z drag, A frame & tripod mechanical assistance along with wagon type transport to build things. Im really happy to see young people developing real skills like this

[@macleodstonemasonry6594]

I'm working with granite atm. It certainly ain't lightweight stone.

[@kateramage3429]

I did have fun watching your rare combination of skills and vision. Thank you for sharing this. I suppose some people will think your attention to detail and to beauty are excessive, but that seems to me to be the point. The mere existence of this beautiful dwelling place will stay with me when I most need that comfort. Although I am an old woman (in years, anyway), I find myself thinking I should remember the construction details so I can build my own. A good laugh for me.

[@ronniebedwell8046]

I’ve built a couple primitive shelters by myself, primarily from pine and took me @ a month on each using the basic saw, axe, shovel and mallet This build is however over the top, definitely not for a beginner. Great job!

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thank you very much!!

[@Nehner]

He seems to be a "woods" man maybe a carpenter.

[@palmyrafoxy6860]

Thank you for the suggestion, I find this post impressive!

[@AnhH88]

That’s the first time I see someone using a froe to make wood shingles. Very unique build. Thank you for sharing!

[@alexdetrojan4534]

Simple tools, natural materials and your natural talent create a functional and beautiful shelter. Bravo! 👏

[@Quietluxury83]

I both liked the content and was impressed with his brother's appearance and style. Admire these wonderful hands. KZbin's recommendation feature brought this video to Vietnam. great relaxation

[@derkelte4871]

Viel aus dem Video gelernt. Das ist noch echte Handwerkskunst. Einfach nur toll !!!

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Vielen Dank Kelte! Nicht weit von hier gab es einst eine kleine Siedlung der keltischen Isarker

[@CarlJones14]

Really nice project. My only concern are the rocks above the cabin. Maybe build some sort of deflector above the cabin?

[@axt_messer_survival]

is eine freude dir zum zuschauen. wenn ma selber am land aufgewachsen is, erkennt ma gleich wie selbstverständlich der umgang mit hacke und werkzeug ist. du bist einer der letzten der glaubwürdig rüber kommt!

[@victorbergia3237]

You are an amazing craftsman, well engineered and constructed. Hope you enjoy it.

[@FelixImmler]

Bravo... I am deeply impressed. This is my video of the year 2022. Great work!👍💪👌

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thank you very much👍👍

[@mikelma761]

Truly incredible to watch you build a structure from the ground up. And all without wearing gloves. Thank you for sharing.

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thank you for watching😊👍

[@jsmann8949]

Is it weird that I wonder how all those rocks got there? I would always worry that more might arrive unexpectedly.

[@avtii]

my thoughts exactly, it's just for content, otherwise no sane person would build house in the middle of a recent rockfall

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Hello, well this shelter is not for long term use, I have to throw it down within a coulpe of years. But at least I can reuse the shingles for further projects. I chose this place especially because of the large availability of building material and a certain amount of protection from noises down the valley, which is very important for filming

[@Robertius]

It looks like it's the place where a stream of meltwater would be coming down the mountain springtime.

[@hippylong]

I'm so happy to see these comments...never build on a rock slide.. Im willing to bet its gone already

[@jimponti]

the rockfall is some 1000 years old so no worries 😊

[@richardwiese9054]

So much enjoyment watching the structure come together. I can not imagine how much measuring and cutting was done off the video. The cowhide door at the end was an excellent touch!!

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thank you very much👍👍

[@grantdavis5992]

Building on a talus slope certainly has the advantage of availability of rock, but the reason that rock is there is because something unstable is uphill from it. An avalanche or earthquake could bring more down on you. I love the craftsmanship and the froe. My brother made a froe about 50 years ago to replace some of the shakes on the log cabin we spent our summers in as children. I am more partial to a saddle corner where only the bottom sides of logs are notched with a curved notch. Notches on the top surface collect moisture and speed decay.

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Hello, on the video recordings it may look like you mean, but in real life its different. On the upper, steep side is just sand and pebbles. The larger stones are all down and this terrain didn't change since I was a child. Unless there are no natural extreme conditions there is no danger

[@DSWood358]

So glad to see "natural builders," work... lovely.

[@standardannonymousguy]

Nice work on this build. I especially like the all-wood aspect to it: in that there are no metal nails. I know some people put clay in with the dry stacked rocks as a way to seal the wall and keep it warmer in the winter. I am curious about part two. Cheers.

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thanks a lot mate👍 I was looking for clay but its not easy in this area, the gound consists mostly of soil and sand.. after the winter I will look again👍

[@bushcraftinthewild4340]

❤️

[@Nehner]

@@EpicAlpineBushcraft moss could be available

[@DAAllan82]

@@EpicAlpineBushcraft you could try wood ash cement.

[@JacobE-23]

Man I love the sound of boulders moving lol. Some funky ASMR

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

I am sure it will not leave any damage😅

[@chewar7537]

VERY impressive!!! Can't wait to see the finished cabin.

[@cheshkat6321]

Very impressed with this solid build. Don't often get to see stone shelters made with thick enough wall bases. Making thick walls looks like it is easier to fill in gaps and will hold warm temps once the stones heat up.

[@jebise1126]

mud poop straw would also nicely fill gaps in stones...i mean poop is optional and possibly hard to get in big quantities there

[@sailas32]

This is wild plagiarism. There is a Russian forest channel, the guys have been building it for a long time, and he made a copy right away.

[@Nehner]

@@sailas32 Go home amigo

[@a.d.595]

Your strengh and creativity are incredible, but in the old days before power tools and machineries, all builders were too. Excellent and inspiring video ,subscribed and liked.

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thanks a lot👍👍

[@michaelbrown6792]

You are the mountain man of 2022 Congratulations....

[@andrewpickering7248]

You are a true viking, really enjoy your work

[@riverdylan]

Its amazing, he never looks tired or sweats 😆

[@AlaskaWild]

This is one awesome build! Love that this guy uses basic tools and resources from the land.

[@jalleman61]

This hillside retreat should stand the test of time as it is truly a part of the mountain. Would love to see part two the finishing of the walls and relying for use😊

[@dkerr4077]

What??? No dog...or sausage, potatoes, and onions? Just a video of this talented hard working young man building a shelter? How refreshing. Great video.

[@ВикторияКущ-ы1с]

Какой сильный и умелый молодой человек ! Замечательное видео .

[@maryannhicks7829]

I absolutely love your cabin. I can't wait to see it when you're done building it.

[@ariennereil2612]

A survival guide building shelter on rockslide area can't be any better

[@macleodstonemasonry6594]

As a professional dry stone waller and traditional stonemason I would fire you, 🔥 However, your fundamentals of stonework are considered which is far more than any other KZbinr shelter I've seen. So well done!

[@moonyoungki6621]

좋은영상 잘보고있읍니다 항상 건강하세요 많은영상올려주세요 감사합니다 ~😁

[@macnammy6916]

It was really impressive watching this whole laborious process and the creative techniques employed in creating such a sturdy structure. It did give me pause considering the placement of a shelter on a hillside location where so many large stones and boulders have come to rest.

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thanks a lot. Well that building is just for content, not for long term use. I have to tear it down within a certain period of time. Not my private land...

[@brianwhite9555]

Great job of dry stacking the stones and making the foundation walls extra thick. Nice to see how you made your own shingles for the roof, and using weight of rocks to keep them from warping. Hope you do a second video of this shelter to show how you make a fireplace and bed platform. Any plans for a permanent door and window?

[@t.moserkov3514]

How skilled you are! I'm impressed. Insert a firewood in the shelter and make some nice videos during snow! Would be nice to know how freezing is outside and compare with the cozy indoors!

[@PhuongTang94]

It's quiet and warm, wish you a lot of health to make the best products Thank you

[@denishrovat3464]

I like this video

[@cockroachman27]

So do I

[@ryancarson9250]

Me as well

[@michaeledwards885]

Much respect for your craftsmanship brother 🙏.

[@bluwtrgypsy]

Incredible. Such a skilled craftsman. A beautiful cabin in the making.. Thank you. blessings

[@현-야생서바이벌캠핑Bu]

How is it possible to have so much talent, Simply beautiful film making skills that perfectly.

[@scottyd8900]

Amazing craftsmanship.....great content 😀

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thank you mate👍👍👍

[@depassage1890]

J’adore c’est très beau il manque seulement la cheminée ❤❤❤

[@tomasrikona4021]

Your mountain hut is epic bro.From a pile of rocks and trees into that is truly astounding. I am in awe. You have inspired me to do better and be patient. I wish you all the best for your future projects and look forward to seeing more of your content. Stay safe be strong live free.🌎☀️🌒🌧️

[@happypheetphotographyBYWILEY]

Spectacular work! Thank you for sharing this incredible build with us. Looking forward to seeing the completed cabin. Kind Regards, Randy in Arizona, USA Spektakuläre Arbeit! Vielen Dank, dass Sie diesen unglaublichen Build mit uns teilen. Freue mich auf die fertige Kabine. Mit freundlichen Grüßen, Randy aus Arizona, USA

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thank you very much dude🍻 the feedback is always the best reward for all the work

[@markstanton2362]

Great build. You have to be proud of yourself.

[@somianichannel3159]

amazing your stone house, I'm like its, fighting, I'm yiur new subcriber ✊😎🇮🇩

[@Jerry-ds4ye]

My Dude, you're a beast. Throwing those big rocks around like that... Your videos are great. The fact that you're Super Pleasant to look at makes your videos even more Incredible... Waiting for the next one...

[@themudhutt1]

Such a great result for such hard work . Congratulations superb!

[@punicwars2]

love the extended use of wooden pegs

[@TheTMS726]

This is one of the coolest things I’ve seen on KZbin in a while!

[@TheAmazonForest]

this job will be very necessary health wish you a happy working day god bless you

[@BarberBobDetecting]

The framing and shake shingles, amazing work.

[@mattwilson8298]

I admire the vision of someone who can look at a big pile of rocks and say "This looks like a good spot for a house."

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

I will have to remove this shelter within a period of time, its not my private land. I choose the location because of the building material and the good protection from noises down the valley

[@greganderson6145]

Just interacting with the video it's cool you pick a spot where heavy equipment can't go no smoking mirrors here

[@blancamorales1599]

Increíble...muy buen trabajo... saludos desde México...

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Muchas gracias!

[@lexidiusBS]

I'm consistently blown away by your choice of location every time

[@marjosl1970]

The construction is quite comfortable to enjoy

[@joshuajackson6442]

Thank you, really appreciate quality construction.

[@babiskornezos4866]

Μπράβο Φίλε! Τέλεια δουλειά! Υγεία και όμορφα Χριστούγεννα!

[@woodsinme]

Really enjoyed this video. Shared it. Good stuff. Thanks.

[@josemamertobacani6498]

Its my utmost dream to build a resting bushcraft house like this “I am hoping & praying I can build one”🙏🙏🙏

[@MrWildNature]

Wowww very very nice my friend🤝

[@silentoutdoors4412]

This video is great 😃 you have exceptional skills!!

[@rudicamping00]

Good job bang luar biasa kerja keras nya dan hasil nya mantap 👍👍

[@dungphuongbuildingnewlife]

A wonderful and very unique house 👍

[@ArifHussain-ti8lz]

Very nice Best of luck 👍 I am from Karachi Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@11sesquialtera]

great video. I respect your use of all natural materials, and sensible techniques. I watch a lot of these videos, and this is truly the best. I get it….I am in the deep forest of Wellington Maine

[@dokep__777]

Похоже на то что Лесные вдохновили автора, молодчага парень!

[@billsmith7586]

Nice job buddy I like that technique God bless you and god bless what you're doing God bless America

[@luuvancong5910]

Ngôi nhà gỗ của bạn làm kỳ công quá thật tuyệt vời👍

[@diegolopescunha7056]

Trabalho de mestre 👷!! muito bom!!!

[@zichali]

Amazing skills and craftsmanship. My only concern is about the location. Do you think, that another rock avalanche will not happen in this location?

[@stevenmooney2197]

Or is it a snow chute? I would guess the area is void of vegetation because of the annual snow mower.

[@CampingSurvivalBtgCS01]

I like the cabin you made, you are really skilled, thanks for your video

[@Azelethros_OG]

This was a very nice build. I'm grateful you are building in the type of environment that I wish to bushcraft in myself. It offers a good perspective on how to potentially build shelters around the aea(s) I wish to build in. I also am glad that you provided a 'How-To' for the planks you carved out. I'm excited to see how this project proceeds in the future.

[@diana_shevchenko]

Економіка😁

[@diana_shevchenko]

Лад хддд'рллгез

[@dillpickel6767]

That wood looks really beautiful

[@serobboshnakyan1048]

just amazing thanks for your effort and time and for the emotions i received by watching this beautiful video

[@kingofrelax1113]

Thank you so much, this kind of music really helps me relax and calm down

[@jeremyray010]

You made that look way to easy, Especially with hand tools!

[@kezhanakhro6267]

This kind of work ethic needs likes and subscription too.. really appreciate the hard work and effort

[@stanalin5981]

I like the way how you carry the stone 😁💪💪💪

[@joyaku3078]

WOW U MANUFACTURED YOUR OWN ROOF SHINGLES👏👏👏👏 u avoided plastic sheet cover which many use

[@geoffrey6000]

One of the best shelters i've ever seen. One question though: that rock run or whatever it's called, is extremely loose. Isn't it going to move probably by the next winter?

[@nevamind68t23]

Absolutely fantastic 👍🏾 🤎 And yeah, fitness strength and stamina 👊🏾

[@samuelsiedschlag4486]

Nice build. Love it...

[@cek_dam27chanel]

arranging that many stones to be used as a shelter, it all requires extra energy. I am very amazed

[@IosuamacaMhadaidh]

All that's missing is a four legged friend to keep you company, and aware of any sneaky intruders as well!

[@riccardomori2551]

Complimenti!! Veramente bello💪🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@solangelellis]

Você é muito talentoso. 🇧🇷

[@lizdg3892]

Ten thumbs up! I had to watch this again. I love your work. Very professional.

[@marcobausi]

bellissimo lavoro !

[@jerrystout3032]

Outstanding Craftsman ship 👍!😇!

[@ogimati5175]

Making a house on landslide or avalanche spot...... Bravo Maestro!!!.. 😀👍

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

If you mean you know anything about this terrain😅🙈

[@ogimati5175]

@@EpicAlpineBushcraft more than you ever will 😂😜

[@pipemasterplumbinganddrain1661]

As a teenager my friend and I built a very similar stone and log cabin on a local mountain. Twenty years later and my daughter and I will soon be staying there as part of a hunting trip. I really enjoyed your video and the quality of your work was superb. We initially tried to split our own shingles but since the suitable trees were all at the bottom of the mountain we relented and bought some from the hardware store. We chinked the rock with moss, and the logs with lichen.

[@FrankRomero-n9s]

I have to say I don't really comment on anything that I watch on the internet but I have to on this one. Man you knock this out of the ballpark this is the absolute best build I have ever seen. Everything about it from your location the ideas the usage of the rocks and the roofing material, the wood. Your ideas craftsmanship and artistry is all five star ⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐. I like your attitude and patience. I wouldn't mind living in this thing and call it a luxury get away. I really thank you for taking the time to do for us that can appreciate perfection. Take care my friend. ✌️👍🕊️😊

[@EpicAlpineBushcraft]

Thanks a lot dude👍👍 comments like yours are the best reward for all the work!

[@occamsrazor7939]

I am very impressed. You have done an excellent job building a house in such a beautiful location. Thank you for sharing.