Bushcraft Camp - Solo Overnight in the Super Shelter, Axe, Campfire, Lean to Shelter

I head to the Bushcraft Camp for a solo overnight in the super shelter. After months of shelter building and camp updates, it has been nice to finally spend a night alone in the forest. I slept on the raised bed in the Giant Lean-to shelter, which I use as the primary shelter for the camp now. The secondary moss shelter will still get use in the future. The Hunting Tower and ladder are both still standing strong, and the new fire pit with air tunnel is working so well! I cook up some food on the grill, test out my new hand-forged axe, as well as attempt another primitive bow drill this time with soft wood. The woods were so peaceful at this time of year, and I am looking forward to bringing my Dog Jaxx along with me to the camp. With the tarp roof now raised, it has allowed much better air flow and the smoke flows right out of the camp. Since extending the perimeter walls of the camp there is much more room inside. Doing a solo overnight at the Bushcraft Camp helped me to spend more time developing some Bushcraft and Survival skills in the wilderness. Thanks for joining me on the adventure! - Mike
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[@TAOutdoors]

Great to spend the night alone at The Bushcraft Camp - Even better was getting to use my new hatchet that I forged with Alec! Had a great time in the woods. Hope you guys enjoy the video - Mike

[@austrolapuis]

TA Outdoors those tree holes here in portugal usually are made by hares, not sure if there are any there but could be!

[@jonathannelsen2801]

It could be rabbits or wild hogs. Hogs and deer do that in America

[@Daviation1977]

Mike the holes dug around the trees look like badger diggings to me mate.

[@thebunker1618]

TA Outdoors Mike thanks for recommending "The Name of the Wind", in a previous episode. I had given up on modern fantasy years ago. Growing ever tired of the excess violence, and influence of Martin in current works. Rothfuss has crafted one of the best fantasy books of all time. I couldn't put it down. Thanks again. I'm off to find book 2.

[@davidcheever665]

Thanks for the shout out mate - cheers! Enjoy ALL of the TA videos. You & your dad are natural born teachers!!!

[@MsCissyBlue]

I'm a woman who can really appreciate you explaining things, cooking, showing us your tools, which are awesome by the way, thank you for making things so interesting - I am 67, and learning all this makes me feel somehow more capable, just in case....

[@dannyhockemeyer9027]

Just letting you know that I really enjoy your channel, Mike! I work nights here in the U.S. and it gives me alot to look forward to when I get home from work to make a little something to eat and watch your videos. Especially your overnighters in the shelters you've built. Thank you for your dedication to the things that make the outdoors so enjoyable! You rock buddy!

[@TAOutdoors]

Cheers Danny!

[@blondbomber46]

Hi Mike.I live in Canada and I am a 53 year old Woman who loves watching all of your videos.You are an inspiration to all of our young children to get outdoors and experience everything it has to offer.Keep up the great work.

[@Llewsilverbeard]

Nice to see the hatchet go from solid block to use in the field! Thanks !

[@veroooom]

Thank you , I really get great motivation from you . Very happy that I got a mention in Q&A .

[@niralshah3499]

Hey I just wanted you to say pls do carry on these videos as I watch it to the end and I am sure lots of other people do too so pls don’t stop the brilliant videos thanks for the video

[@whiskeyinthejar24]

If you are worried about demonisation, I recommend patreon. Happy to support the channels like yours that I enjoy.

[@RobBob7689]

Have you ever thought about building a rain collection system either at the bushcraft camp or the pallet wood camp? Possibly utilizing a natural filter?

[@natanvanhelden385]

RobBob7689 that is a really good idea

[@tomjones9895]

Agreed that is needed at the cabin

[@anahudon2109]

may not be legally permitted in their area

[@natanvanhelden385]

Ana Hudon How is it even possible to make water collecting illegal? I mean, it doesn't make any sense

[@anahudon2109]

God only knows you'd need to ask the government. I just know it's illegal to collect rain water here in Oklahoma so that's what made me think it may not be legally permitted there.

[@anahudon2109]

Love your channel, I've been interested in off the grid living/ camping and survivalist training for about 10 years now and I've taught myself allot of things by watching KZbin videos like this as well as going into the woods and trying it out myself. Thanks for your entertaining videos with your dad! I just lost my mom last month and she was really into all this stuff too. It makes me feel line she's still watching with me when I see you having fun with your dad! God bless you both be safe and keep up the good work!

[@bcardwell60]

Excellent video.. Always watch all the way through to the end. Nice to hear stories about you and your dad. My first night in my little cabin, there was bumping all around the walls of the cabin, I looked up at the East window and a shadowy figure rose up and began peeping in the window.. rotten horses! So I got up to shoo him away.. another horse had his nose buried in the fabric bag I had left on the porch.. and the third horse had gotten into the back of the truck and had the furniture strapping out and flinging it around. So I grabbed the push broom and chased them all away during the Snow Moon! Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@user-qz6wp6xe3j]

Привет я русский но это мне не мешает смотреть ваш канал я честно говоря очень впечатлён вашими видео на русскоязычном KZbin я пока что не встречал таких же талантливых как и вы хороши ваши ролики ребята старитесь в том же духе удачи вам с каналом «И пусть хорошие люди - смотрят хорошие видео» спасибо вам ещё раз!)

[@willk5413]

The little tips are much appreciated!

[@zsocavarga6243]

Humble! Nice i love you and your Dad , thanks for the video !

[@dietcoke8570]

"That's cooked!.... I hope." Me every day i enter a kitchen.

[@tonygolfnut1326]

I used a beer pouch in Thailand and I brought it home with me, the idea behind it is it stops the beer getting warm from the inside of your hand and also keep the cold from the can freezing the arse off your hand 👍

[@TheScoundrel70]

Nice to see the working debut of Harry the Hatchet (little nod to Lock, Stock, and 2 Smoking Barrels "the Governor"). Looks like such a little brute! Great video again Mike!

[@brandonboards1]

Sean Lewis in that case his knife should be borris the blade

[@whatchurchugoto1943]

You guys are way too much fun to be with! Thanx for that... 😘

[@jamesellsworth9673]

You have a badger sett nearby...and they do dig for food: worms, grubs, small burrowing rodents. Badgers' Rest has never looked better than it does from the angle of your wood store and gate! Wish we could purchase apple-pork sausage like that in the USA! I suppose I could just make some...as I do make other sausages. The ax handle uses a Japanese charring technique to harden and to preserve wood against moisture, as well as making your particular ax look wonderful. Check out Shawn James and his treatment of wood sheathing for his cabin videos.) Finally, the bow drill fire: my least likely source of fire! Perhaps you could have roughed up the birch bark base layer. I noticed earlier in the video that the birch bark you harvested was light on oil.

[@davidsimpson7918]

With respect to the previous comment about putting oil on your self made mallet. To protect the wood, brush on a couple of layers of boiled linseed oil. It can be bought already boiled and ready to apply. That's probably what the other viewer was referring to.

[@roblucas9599]

Finally get to see the hatchet in USE YES

[@StrawberryShawtcake]

Its fun i remember watching your post when it first came out and here we are 2 yrs later and i can rewatch it like it was new. And u showed your higen kit and the first thing u pulled out was your hand sanitizer now 2 yrs later it's one of the most sort out thing stay sade

[@vot3r]

Really like the look of the axe in use, nice to see the product UK collabs in use! Love the outdoor fire ;)

[@davidtamen3088]

The axe looks nice but the handle looks like plastic.

[@Clyde7709]

I discovered your channel a few days ago. Very therapeutic after a day in the office. Thumbs up.

[@audrey5703]

I agree! Very relaxing. His dad is always fun to watch when they're doing videos together.

[@roblucas9599]

A hour of greatness thanks for the entertainment

[@TAOutdoors]

hope you enjoy Rob!

[@nirvana613]

Gotta say one of the coolest camps I've seen on youtube

[@hellohellohello6847]

If the sound is out, skip forward a little or back and that will sort it out. It's been happening to me also :)

[@SeanStark_]

Philip Douglas thanks

[@0623kaboom]

that would be google ads lagging the synchronization of the sound track ... just pause wait for about 10 seconds and then resume ... another option is install an adblocker to drop googles ads and limit it's spam

[@morgantaylor1887]

100% prefer this video type over the ones where you do not talk. Pleas do this more often

[@carterdanielson2566]

Wood lice? So that's the proper name. We always called them rolley polleys ;)

[@aiferapple1246]

We used to call them Grannys for some reason LOL

[@gorbaggoescamping1329]

Pill bugs is another name I've heard for them.

[@charclark8778]

Rolley polleys are fun 🤣

[@lonleyfruitcake9292]

I’ve always called them slatter bugs thought that was there actual name 😂😂😂😂🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨🤨

[@NotYourFrog]

I love the tenderness with which you handled the hatched you and Alec made. It's beautiful, and it's clear you treasure the fruit of your labor. :)

[@Masuka-nya]

Here in norway we call those wood lice for "coffee trolls" 😁

[@vann8414]

Always a pleasure. Love the bird's song.

[@beccahardy3457]

That hatchet is awesome

[@billyferle8305]

I Enjoy all your camping Videos and the ones you both teach me a lot Thank you you so much 😇

[@ArcherDentin]

Do you have wild pigs? They will dig around trees looking for acorns and fungi.

[@TheFlatlander440]

Exactly what I was thinking. The furrowing looks like a wild hog. I hope not as they are destructive buggers not to mention they breed like rabbits.

[@zantar2482]

That was my first thought

[@ijursic]

They have wild boars in the uk. They love to dig for rhizomes, roots, tubers and bulbs and other things.

[@shae2330]

Bring a bow and he'll be able to make bacon on site.

[@Dark__Thoughts]

Bow hunting boars is a really stupid idea. You probably just make them angry, and angry boars are very dangerous.

[@alaricdebeauvesierwatson3758]

Love the idea of just being able tol reach into a woodpile and not have to worry about rattlesnakes. Lol Great axe!!!

[@CHEEKYMONKEY1618]

17.05 ??? "Killing a bird with 2 stones " ??? Isn't that meant to be " Killing 2 birds with one stone " lol Only teasing Mike 😉😉😉 love the vids

[@Davidm1fcf]

you spotted that as well.....

[@dwendy508]

Lol I heard it to and I was telling my wife let me scroll in the comment section to see if anybody had said anything about that; comment section never disappoints lol. By the way nice vid mike and love your videos.

[@joleejs4081]

thank you for this video, It's always a pleasure to wind down from a long day with one of your vids

[@XThunderBoltFilms]

No thanks Turkish, im sweet enough.... (I caught that Snatch reference Mike)

[@georgevelchev715]

Спасибо за обзор топора Вашего производства. Очень интересная концепция! И по внешнему виду приятен для глаз.

[@nickseddon9062]

Now thats a nice hatchet

[@kittymorse7402]

Thanks Mike! I like your hatchet...I'm sure you are proud of it...as well you should be.

[@hellohellohello6847]

Always top stuff fella!!

[@BorisKarlovic]

"killing a bird with two stones" :) that's new one on me - looked like a beautiful hatchet when you made it, seeing it in action, WOW! well done Mike and Alec

[@Masterlitchuk]

The base of the tree digging is by a badger looking for worms and grubs ;) Ask an old hunter and you get an answer...

[@bonniebarbee5401]

Always nice to have a Great new toy ! That’s Awesome !! Great job of making it ! Love it !

[@TrigonixZeNW]

I don’t like bugs... (Software Developer)

[@JavierClaussell]

Trigonix ZeNW lol lol

[@Catmoore60]

Not bugs, dude...undocumented features! (Also in software)

[@trentonmedlen6268]

Lol lol 😆 I

[@gerardriordan712]

Your accents are good and funny...challenge!...do the accent if where the beer is from!...thanks for the vid again...open, honest,warm,homely, dedicated,totally interesting and entertaining...thank you, may you go from strength to strength...you are not alone...there are thousands with you...

[@zadejtejmeno21]

That holes in the ground around the trees are from the wild pig i think

[@mikebooe8227]

another great video . I want to thank you for all the tips as well as video's and the product reviews . Have learned a lot and starting to use it with safety always in mind THANKSSSS!!!!

[@steveouellette75]

Have you named the hatchet yet?, if not I'd like to make a suggestion to call it "THE BLACK STEELER".

[@jerryf609]

I watched the vid of you two forging this hatchet and quite enjoyed it. Now it's good to see how useful it is.

[@ChrisWilliamsRMWpigeon]

been listening to that book you suggested, the name of the wind, what a brilliant book, and the amount of voices the narrator does is beyond talent, just reminded to comment on the book after you did that posh British accent, sounded almost like ambrose, thanks for suggesting the book mike, might I add, it does not help me sleep lol, too good of a book to sleep too

[@TAOutdoors]

Haha such a good book! And narrator

[@ChrisWilliamsRMWpigeon]

would make a good film too, surprised they have not knuckled down on that thought, almost finished the book, on chapter 78 already, you finished it yet mike?

[@TAOutdoors]

Yup! and finished the second book too... It was an addictive series. Going to be a long wait for the 3rd book sadly...

[@ChrisWilliamsRMWpigeon]

the second book is called? yes truly addictive

[@chickenlord5150]

christopher williams The wise mans fear

[@punkhiker389]

Really like the 13 Guns , nice Axe .Looking forward to you and Haze outdoors meeting up.

[@willk5413]

Can’t watch this now but I will later!

[@jagkanloggain]

Will K ok??

[@RumMonkeyable]

Thanks, Mike, for sharing your gear with us. Many, who want to learn bushcraft techniques, appreciate the heads-up on what works from an experienced bushcrafter, like yourself. My take-away from this video was the importance of a good, small axe....oops,.hachet. It is an impressive tool you've added to your kit. The fact you made it with Alec makes it so special......just like you mentioned. The 'burned' handle is nothing less than AWESOME!!! Thanks for all your hard work in bringing these informative videos to us.

[@markandrewward5718]

Is it out of sync for anyone else ?

[@TAOutdoors]

Give it an hour as it is still rendering on youtube. Try refreshing and letting the video buffer first

[@markandrewward5718]

It’s ok now Mike , it was just the first minute ish , I closed KZbin down and reloaded and it’s working fine now the hatchet is cool 😎

[@TAOutdoors]

Cool glad it sorted itself out. The hatchet rocks man! Enjoy the video

[@petecasterton414]

your great mate ive been a woodsman and ranger for 40 years and your videos are so entertaining and educational , well done

[@denelll.bennettsurvivorwar8224]

*I Love Your New Axe!* I love stuff that’s one of a kind that I made myself that’s the best kind of equipment or jewelry or anything to own! I made my own fall/winter crocheted blanket!

[@richardhutchings921]

I make walking sticks from time to time. I use old used motor oil. Pour oil on a rag and wipe it on the stick. Then draw the stick thru the open flame of your camp fire. The heat causes the oil to soak into the wood and makes it much more water resistant.

[@braidenwatson4595]

I can honestly say that I have never watched a KZbin video even near a hour , but I have now and it was nice. You can tell you have a passion for this, Keep it up!

[@TAOutdoors]

Cheers Braiden !

[@braidenwatson4595]

TA Outdoors No problem

[@fedderback1]

the burnt outside is the best of outdoor cooking over an open fire.

[@stewartlittle123]

Woop woop totally awsome overnighter at the best camp woohooo thx mike. I like all the things but bushcraft is my fav 😊

[@ianrfab24]

Still watching the video but I just have to say I'm so jealous about that hatchet!! So cool!

[@craigperry3442]

Love the video. You always seem so relaxed with your topic and easy to listen to. I’ve always learned something new. The hot linseed oil really does work well on your wooden handles. My grandfather and dad always used it. Keep up great work!

[@chetkirby8675]

Nice idea for having a pouch for all your kitchen type stuff. I might have to steal that idea lol

[@Tsiri09]

I could spend lots of weekends in that camp! It's amazing!

[@Huskee_patches62]

In the region of America where I’m from we referred to the “wood lice” as “rolly pollies” or “pill bugs” due to their shape of a common medication pill. I think it’s awesome to hear what other cultures and regions call their insects. I watch your videos before bed as often as I can. Thanks, keep up the great work.

[@MissNogzzie]

We call woodlice "Granny pigs". I don't know if it's something that my family have made up or if it's an actual thing because I always get confused looks from people whenever I say it.

[@scotty2hotty2205]

Your bushcraft/camping videos have became my favourite... don’t tell joe robinet 🌚

[@jm4672]

Sorry about keep commenting on this but as I'm watching I'm commenting my gosh I've learned so much you really do things in a very smart way very very informative thank you so much I would like to see a lot more of your videos

[@NickVanLeuven]

That hatchet looks awesome! Really cool to be able to say that you had a hand in making it. Great video.

[@TheScoundrel70]

Second comment, my apologies, but I forgot to suggest as far as your headlamp batteries issue, what I found so handy is to get a battery holder or case that normally gets stashed inside your kit somewhere, and attach a bit of webbing strap, or a clip of some type to the back and mount it to your headlight strap. You can usually carry two sets of batteries for a light and it keeps them close at hand should one set die, or you remove batteries from your headlamp when not using them. Nice thing is many headlamps have a separate battery compartment so it doesn't look unusual.

[@tireironman]

I'm sure someone has beat me to it but just in case. I believe you were refering to "boiled linseed oil" to protect your bowling pin. You don't boil it, its just called "boiled linseed oil" They say when you get a new axe handle (untreated) you rub it on, wait, then rub it off. You do that every day for a week, once a week for a month, then once a month for a year, then once per year. Honestly, I'd just do the bowling pin one or two times. unless you're trying to save it for your grandchildren. Love your videos!

[@davidwood8603]

Great video again mike, that axe is awesome as you can tell your well chuffed with it. I did miss your fatha he is a legend.. ;)

[@chrisb508]

It's really cool to see the hatchet you made in action. Well done!

[@chardblack]

Nice hatchet! I like how it's 'ChardBlack' :) Looking forward to the next instalment.

[@sandrareed6127]

OMG ... that feather sticks ... and I love the handle ... good job for you and Alec

[@josephallan8791]

Thats one bad ass camp axe bro. Love your vids and your shelter building skills are top notch. Make more vids of building shelters. And my most favorite bushcraft vids are late night camp life and cooking vids. Make more of those. But you rock bro. Very skilled woodsman you are.

[@mikerogers9711]

That must be an Alex Steele made axe head and handle.. he is so far the best I have seen

[@TAOutdoors]

Yep sure is! He is awesome

[@claudedesforges5496]

This is a great video, i love you`re bushcamp.

[@tristanwl0427]

For the areas dug up around the tree, kind of looks like a feral hog. Love seeing the hatchet in use. I found Alec Steele when you first made the knife and he has been great entertainment ever since. Keep up the good work!

[@bushcraftcountryskills552]

I got a little tip that I learned through using my axe. If you have a piece of wood with a knot in it try to split it streight down the middle of the knot and usually you will find that a knot splits very easily if it's hit exactly in the middle.

[@jhkk1269]

I turn my ad block off when watching TA outdoors.

[@pipemonkey1]

Love your videos. I've learned a lot. I know what you mean about making ypur own equipment. I am a blacksmith and have made my camp axe, my knifes, my fire steels and cooking utensil. Thank you. If you like fishing and are in Minnesota I'll take you fishing. O ce again thanks.

[@graemefyffe5295]

Brilliant AXE....well done!

[@eduardom800]

that is THE most beautiful hatchet.

[@LayneXIII]

You sounded just like four dad when you were prepping the bangers. Lol.

[@nathancook8305]

Love the axe Mike. Great videos, I always enjoy watching the super shelter videos!

[@r6clipzz83]

Great wee vid Mike 🤙🏻🤙🏻👍👍👍👌👌

[@kennethrosbury2819]

Man that hatchet is badass I love that hatchet I liked it a little bit better before it was burned all the way where it kind of showed the grain that look cool too love your show

[@theohardwicke231]

"It's hot"......"bugga" Best line so far

[@davidcheever665]

That little hatchet is AWESOME! Love everything about the design...the scorched handle and the rougher metal areas look great! Congrats on it and the videos!

[@JerrysWoodShopandOutdoors]

Yours looks like a great area to practice bushcraft

[@kingdavid7571]

Mike- Those beer 'covers' are insulation. If you leave them on while drinking, the beer warms more slowly. :)

[@kjonesy4142]

Great all in one vid, Mike... that hatchet is epic!!

[@kimcushman1360]

Watching for Ottawa Ontario Canada! Enjoy your video's and calabs with Alic Steel , your Dad. They new toy is pretty sweet! Keep them your outdoor / creative adventures coming along!

[@jamesshadd5461]

Really good vid mate keep up the good work ! Love to see the bushcraft camp living up to it’s full potential

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks!

[@pamelagonzalez9567]

love that Hatchet !!! great video like always friend!! thanks for taking us with you : ) God bless you and your family

[@jayjeep6178]

As usual enjoyed video especially use of hatchet and knife . Really like seeing them built and used.

[@electrovane]

Should look at partially cooking the sausage in beer onions and spices then sear them on the grill..makes good flavor