Bushcraft Shelter Overnight with my Dog & Cat~ Campfire Cooking

I go on a snowy adventure to my debris shelter to relax and enjoy the slight winter warm-up. My dog Maysie is along as always, and we have a surprise guest... my cat shows up! Enjoy this laid-back winter overnight. Food, fun, and furry guests!
The many names of my cat: Jesse, Angry, Tubby, Tubby-Tubster, and Alaska Butter Cougar. He's about 17 lbs!! ❤️
Here's the link to the Luminoodle strip light: goo.gl/z7Ly1i
Here's the link to the Luci solar inflatable lantern: goo.gl/Enpnwh
Link to my sleeping bag: amzn.to/2ENOWyl
For more info about my husband Dave and me, visit www.brookeandd...
Thanks for watching and your support!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Lemme know how you guys like this longer format video!

[@johnniewalker645.3]

Short or longer format...?...Do what U Like, but not like Kellie Nightlinger, she uploaded a micro short videos and got a small hits ( views ). Love Kellie.

[@susanstoltz2555]

Really like the longer format! It was so nice to see you lit up with Luci lights - my favorite lighting! I feel like I got to have a longer visit with you, Maizie and tubby cat (Jessie?). Great video!

[@panpiper]

A mix is good. Sometimes the long form is good for we city dwellers to get some vicarious camping. I watched this one whole, before bed. Often however, we don't feel like committing a full hour to a single video.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

The longer video worked out well. The challenge is blocking shots for variety and developing a meaningful narration without too much repetition. Working with animals cuts both ways: for a while I thought of your parody of RealBigMonkey1 and his cat problems while filming. Your dog is a 'natural,' always sitting facing the camera and giving wonderfully composed shots of the two of you. And we have to LOVE the rubber chicken!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

totally- I feel the same way and you won't always see these longer vids on my channel- thanks for the input!

[@alrachal6489]

Hey Girl, I am an 80 yr. old stroke survivor and I can't go camping anymore so I really enjoy7 your videos! I am also an animal lover. Keep up the good work. Al

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks AL!

[@sarahsimpson8521]

You are right and very nice to other people you also keep up the good work and god bless us all in a good day I will you far will have a good day and night and I hope GOD is in you're life he is a wonderful in are life take cure! Am the word of god!...

[@sarahsimpson8521]

You are welcome indeed has GODS word I will you happiness and love and more from heaven GOD am self and look up to him and BELIVE I you never did be for el tell he will make you live better then it's is now I say this why it has happened to me I feel so much better and more I hope it douse happens to you in your life I mean a good ways amen amam

[@FLIPPER1439]

I know what you mean. I’m 76yo..but 77yo in July 2022. I could still camp 🏕 out , however it’s the walking that would be tough due to 3 Titanium screws holding my SI JOINT together..which is needed to walk. I do great, but short walking is all. Bummer, but PRAISE THE LORD for the great Surgeon 👨‍⚕️who uses my own STEM CELLS which heals much better. In this picture of me..it was my 70yo BIRTHDAY 🎂

[@JustInCases72]

nothing much better than setting by a campfire drinking coffee

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

i know!

[@ursasuhadolc6585]

Camping with a cat - now, that's a dream come true! 🥰

[@rebeccaswilling1771]

Never seen a camping kitty. Just gorgeous

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks Rebecca!

[@mattslev]

Butter Cougar the camping cat is awesome.

[@AugsterA]

Thumbs up for the Cat! Surely the cat ate too!?

[@susanjohnson7679]

Your happiness is contagious!

[@erikjanssen6267]

Loved the camping cat!

[@ddehggial9932]

I love the idea of a camping cat :-D especially this one. He's clearly "streetwise" and gravitates around the good things in life (best seat and food).

[@MatthewPosa]

Nothing makes me hungrier than the sound of delicious crispy bread being bitten into. This really makes me want grilled cheese. Looked like a nice overnighter! Really dig your companions, never seen a camping cat before!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thanks much Matthew! you know as well as anyone how wonderful it is to have pets along :) cheers

[@estherjackson3925]

Me too, Matthew. I had to stop the video to go make a toasty cheese sandwich on sourdough bread. 🙂

[@40belowful]

Mmmm I love grill cheese sandwich's :) now iam a hungry person:):)

[@lorrainehelt976]

Matthew Posa Boy do I agree with that

[@lorrainehelt976]

My goodness great video. You do them well, so easy goin like I’ve said before

[@lisagignac8789]

2:26 "Looks like we got a cat camping with us tonight, too" Love it the more the merrier.

[@super66craig]

This video just had me smiling the whole time. I wish my old boy Rocky the maine coone was still with me. He would have approved of cat camping!

[@colorpagan]

Your soup and sandwich looked great.

[@Ginsengstar]

camping with a cat and dog, love it

[@clayfromplanetearth3509]

Awwww seeing your dog so excited about camping in the beginning is so beautiful. Wonderful beings they are, four legged angels really. 🙂 So long as they don’t try to maul you.🤕

[@glendacrouch1877]

I love all your video's, Brooke. I watch them over and over. I absolutely love your happiness, it shows in your eyes. I wish there was a double and tripple like button for the times I watch these ober and over again! You are an inspiration!

[@marnieloken7814]

I totally agree! Got a serious like on for you!

[@Una...]

As an artist and outdoor enthusiast, your videos are perfect! I can turn one on, load up the que and work on my painting or drawing whilst feeling like I'm camping with a friend! Thank you!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Very cool thanks Una!

[@casey4314]

Just found your KZbin channel two days ago - I've been watching - straight through - as many of them as I can the past 48 hours. I feel like I am camping with you! It's so peaceful and relaxing to watch. Thanks so much for taking the time to film all your videos - truly appreciated. Casey from Canada.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks so much and welcome to my channel!

[@irenecontreras3247]

I almost cried when I saw Da Woofe jumping up and down wanting to go camping with you. I can't believe this video is 6 years ago. My daughters Doberman lived to be 17 years old and always got excited when my daughter came home from work. I love this longer format. Wish you made more like this now.

[@kjonesy4142]

The cougar visit was a great surprise, thanks for taking us along!! 🐺🔥👍

[@maryhill909]

What a precious cat!

[@Laiynnalaiynna]

Cats; Personal Space Invaders since the early days of mankind ;). Awesome video, Brooke. Thanks for sharing!

[@mariacasas3329]

RIP sweet baby Jessie! Loved seeing you in the videos! That is the reason I am going back to watching them! Love you baby ❤. Love Daisy too… and Moose and the other new kitty. I am an animal lover and enjoy seeing fur babies in any KZbin video. God bless all furry babies 😊

[@pipus4444]

Love the fact that you brought your cat ! Butter cougar seems to enjoy the moment ~~

[@nancyvaughn1853]

This is the first time I've seen a cat on a camp out, Especially in cold weather.

[@johnbarber6189]

Glad to see a women with energy doing what she enjoys. As an ultralite backpacker I don't carry many luxuries or have time to build makeshift shelters. But I'd love to do what you do for about a week if I could fly fish or something during the day. You are just awesome Brooke and I hope to see you on Alone season 4. I wish just once a women would win and I hope it's you. You built a great shelter but I missed Mazie on this outing. Mazie reminded me of watching Lassie as a kid on TV. Great video and I enjoyed hanging out with you on your adventure. Keep sharing that great smile and pigtails. Capt. America

[@michelleorcasitas7147]

I hope the doggie ok.

[@michelleorcasitas7147]

I just found her like. 30 days ago loveeee her! Dog &cat

[@brianscott9861]

Being out in nature is such a wonderful feeling. A peacefulness.

[@johnf7017]

Beautiful dog! She is a sweetheart. Can't believe the cat followed you out there. Thanks for sharing you are always so fun and positive!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

I have two cats that like to go camping! Will have to take the other one next time... they follow me everywhere!

[@lindaryan6439]

I love Brook. She has a heart of gold. She's my favorite. My second I see Rob.

[@huronchess4810]

Great vid! I never saw a camping cat before! :)

[@Beaverbush1969]

Good video I like the way you love your cat and dog.

[@davestelling]

Hi, Brooke... Now THIS is You-Tube at its very finest! What's better than a fire 'n food at the camp sight with your dog? Why...having The Cat there, too! About a year ago, I camped with my big fella, "Crackerjack," (The Tabby.) He loved it, was a natural camper. He enjoyed my Doritos too...lol... Thanks for this one, wow - big smiles on my face!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Wow you think so?? thanks so much!

[@jennifernewton8333]

Love the longer videos, helps keep my mind off things.

[@Jane_Friday]

After a vry stressful day, I choose this video and really feel relaxed and joyful now. Thank you.

[@patriciamartin2981]

I love having coffee with you Brooke. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@jennifercowey8106]

I love the longer video format! Well done! Those rope lights are great, made your shelter look like a fairy winter wonderland. Thanks for sharing!

[@FeldwebelWolfenstool]

...an old Croatian guy used to fish the creek near our amethyst mine. He'd always bring his cat along, it would follow him, thru the bush, up the stream while he fished for trout...he said it would always get tired and meow, so that he'd have to carry the puss on his shoulders, back to the campsite...

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

awwww!

[@brianscott9861]

How you and Dave live is amazing. I know you two are just people, but the way you two enjoy how amazing it really is to be out in the woods. I feel the same at the beach at sunset!👍

[@andreawilson81]

Brooke, it’s always a pleasure watching all of your videos! You inspire me to try new things related to your content! I love that your animals are so in love with you! Thanks for being the sunshine in so many peoples lives!

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

Great overnight camp B! Can't beat the company... Meow Jesse and Woof Maisy!!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

I know they are the best camp buddies! Thanks for watching brandon!

[@baroque9983]

Thanks for taking me along. And thanks for the push to get out there.

[@organicliving4211]

Omg I would LOVE to have my cat with me in the woods!!!! That’s awesome! Thanks for another great video, Brooke!!!

[@SarahAllenHumboldt]

You are so sweet, and loving, with your kitty, and with Maisie; it warms my heart.

[@johnringo2872]

U have a contagious personality...like ur video too. Thanx.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Appreciate that thanks!

[@RogerTaggert]

really like watching you...learning some things in my 77 years LOL

[@rickhoff3558]

Dog and a cat ? Home sweet home.

[@lucyong8838]

I'm from tropical Philippines, and we can only dream of such an adventure in the snowy wilderness. 👍

[@carolinesroadhouse]

Brooke, I'm in my 60's and you inspire me so greatly to get outside and enjoy nature as much as possible. Life's too short to do anything less. My best to you and your family from Texas!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thanks P kelly do it!

[@Buckeye532]

Your disposition just melts my heart

[@shirraalexander6366]

Hello, I think your wilderness stories are so beautifully enchanting. And Maisie is just gorgeous and you can quite clearly see and feel the love you have for each other! I think you are one brave lady to do what you do! Thank you for making me feel so relaxed and happy inside watching you both. Xxxxxxx Where do you think the cat lives as she was very tame? A huge, huge FAN. Shirra Alexander UK. Xxxx

[@noradonovan6707]

Home is truly where our pets are...as I discover your videos, this is such a special, calming... giving one. Thanks for creating, sharing! Cheers! 👍

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

yessss thanks

[@SyntaxScout]

Incredibly adorable and such a fresh shot of happiness with this videos,thanks for sharing.

[@chuckcarpenter6858]

You seem to know what makes you happy & makes you get rid of the normal stress. You have your pets with you& they enjoy the same thing. Life is good for all 3 of you, Enjoyed the whole camping scenario as I useta do camping as well but with a lot more stuff. I then did rendezvous with more & bigger stuff. We had a wall tent out of canvas & then added a TP with all the trimmings. You enjoyed yourself with just the simple things & no stress . This video should be seen by the millions people that tow the big trailers around the world with all the comforts of their home. They bring their stress along as well then have all their liquor & /or drugs to get rid of their stress but wake up with their life the same. You have the knowledge to enjoy your life to the fullest & the pets know that you are a happy individual & they want to be with you. Keep it up & show the world what life is really like!!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thank you!

[@pattytaylor2425]

This was great! My mouth is watering for your dinner! You come up with recipes that are perfect while camping! And I love the lights! Thanks again girl!😉

[@williampysell2819]

Allright! Nothing like having the entire family along!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

I know! the fur kids

[@tedjelke6228]

I enjoyed it, thanks, I love ur pets, keep on keeping on! 😀 ... longer or shorter vid, I'll enjoy watching! 👍

[@sandyjolley9810]

Your making me hungry!

[@twiggyunderfoot1329]

Nice weather,great food and good company! Very nice video, I look forward to the next one. Cheers!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thank you TU!

[@cecilianagy3562]

Camping with a doggy AND a kitty? This is life. So wholesome.

[@jimcook6671]

GOOD JOB BROOKE....I like your dinner menu.....My favorite when I can afford it is T-bone, taters and gravy, green beans, and home made rolls. I really like garlic on just about anything but especially fond of garlic bread. Love the idea of rope lights to illumine the camp. You did a good job. Like your style. See you on next video.

[@sarahcarter9474]

U r Awesome and amazing don't forget smoke follows beauty love the lights and longer video am going to order both lights today on Amazon most amazing was bringing a cat camping I was laughing thinking about camping with my 7 cats how do u protect him in the night from escaping wandering or being coyote bait has he ever went to far exploring where does he go to the bathroom assuming nearby your shelter well for breakfast today I'm having tomato bisque soup and and honey baked ham grilled cheese sandwich for breakfast love your videos love that u as a young person r out yard saling have an awesome day

[@sarahcarter9474]

I'm not Sarah Carter Sarah Hubbard-Sauer

[@anneball683]

You are fun. I'm A fraidy cat an marvel at your confidence that Maisey, while roaming, is safe. But you know your dog. Tux for taking us along.

[@in2wishing]

I loved this,felt like I was there,😁

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thanks Shelley!

[@KM00Youtube]

Love it, still just amazed at how relaxed the camping videos make me, that and hungry - your meal segments get me heading to the kitchen every time! LOL!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Great to hear!

[@tonisangel5024]

Love the long video's always so cool hanging out with you girl! Would love to camp with you!!!🏕

[@tomwoodsman9639]

Brook it does not matter if it's short or long you're always entertaining and teaching

[@floydrowton2892]

You keep up the good work put a good videos thanks so much for everything you do my wife and kids and I thank you thumbs up for thumbs up

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks to you and your family Floyd! cheers

[@renusnapier8982]

love watching your camping videos you are the best

[@darci12u]

Oh ,you made me want to be there so bad,what a great outing,you sitting at the opening of the shelter, with your friends definitely made a picture for a christmas card. sweet dreams.💞.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thanks much darci12u

[@amywert8088]

I'd be delighted to see the cat! They are so warm to sleep with; rude but warm!

[@1biggun712]

Love this...I wish I we're there too! Happy camping 😋

[@juliebradford2999]

Good camping with dog and cat. The food's on camp fires look delicious. Thanks for Sharing!!🎉❤😅😊@🎉

[@ClanGunnBushcraft]

Love the longer videos. Muchly enjoyed. Thanks 😊

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

well thank you much clan gunn bushcraft!

[@Robert-zi3ku]

I really really like your videos. It's fantastic that there are still some peoples on the world, that can enjoy wild nature, away from technology, computers, etc.. Keep going. Greetings from Poland. Love You :)

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

Awesome video!! That's definitely a 5 billion star restaurant...love the pets,they certainly enjoy the camp.Solar lights seem pretty cool,been checking them out a little from the ads. wonder how long they run on a days sun. no chance of gettin' cold with those 2 cuddling up.....Stay safe and God Bless...

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Indeed! It was pretty sweet out there! Thanks for watching!

[@rannienapay]

nice to be alone with ur dog and cat, its wonderful.have a nice day.

[@MTwoodsrunner]

real nice overnighter Brook...good food and good company....thanks for the invite...woods

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks Woods!

[@ronaldrutledge1926]

Smart woman so many people don't no how to camp in the cold.This is a great video to teach others how .I no but many dont.

[@papabear9328]

Loved this video! Fantastic Brooke!! Truly enjoyable!! My wifi crashed like 5 minutes before it ended and I was like nooooo...lol

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

LOL such a trooper!

[@kellyjohnson3617]

I have a Luci light and the cheap ones and have found they are the same. What a good idea to use your multi tool. I love how your cat likes to camp with you. I take my cat camping with me too. She just loves it. She is Siamese. When I was a kid our Siamese cats loved to camp with us too. But mine is not a long hair so she wears her sweater and I bring her bed with the reflectix inside. Nothing like tomato soup on a cold night. You always make great food at camp. My friends who camp with me always comment on how surprised they are how good you can eat from the campfire. But I grew up cooking on wood fire, between our wood stove and fire pit in the backyard that we used in the summer so as to not heat up the house.

[@callienash1798]

Hi Brooke, Callie here😏 I really love your longer format video! Very cool!👍👍 It sounds like you have something delicious cookin' up for dinner! And yeah you're right Brooke (it's May 30th 2020) ... It is nice to get away and go camping with you in the outdoors ... even if it's vicariously being there through you! Wow ... Those blow-up solar lanterns are so cool I've never seen anything quite like them before! Man do I always get to learn new things with you Brooke! I love the rope light too I've seen it before in many of your other videos. It really looks super cool as well, kinda Christmasy look if you ask me... But I like it! 😉 Regarding campin' and chillin' vicariously with you out doors Brooke ... I can't help but to look forward to it really! I think all too many times Life can be pretty stressful and hard. I for one tried to always guard my peacefulness as much as possible. As I've mentioned before I'm really happy with the small and simple things in life. I find that as time goes by I appreciate so much more! In a world that's moving so fast, I tried to keep myself at a steady pace and avoid the hustle and bustle that most Californian folks succumb to living out here. I on the other hand live up here in the high desert where we get the four seasons here. And you can smell the earth waking up every morning, with a hint of perfume scents from the juniper trees, a bit of sage and Jasmin depending where you are in the desert. What I love most about working graveyard shift as a PSO is that I get to enjoy watching the sunrise every morning, as the sunrise marks a brand new day, which is so beautiful up here in the high desert! I think that's what I love most about working the graveyard shift ... lol. And for the most part I loved the peacefulness of the night too when my shift is uneventful. Watchin' your shows are so therapeutic and entertaining, plus peaceful! What a treat to catch several episodes of yours each night, or every chance I can get! Thanks a million Brooke, for sharing! Callie from Apple Valley California 🍎

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

that's awesome i'm a smell person too- and can't beat a good sunrise!

[@roguedriver6225]

I love it that you have a camping kittie.

[@kencassyh]

Your amazing. Lots of fun

[@darrellanderson1120]

My name is Darrell, and I'm from Boone, Iowa. I love your videos! They're peaceful, friendly, and relaxing. My friends and I have bonfires on the weekends. We graduated together. So the bonfires are times of reminiscing. Laughing over the good times we had in high school, and talking about random stuff. That's why your videos mean so much to me. Because, watching your videos, are just like hang out with my friends. Your videos are friendly, peaceful and relaxing. Please keep making them! Your friend, Darrell

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

that's awesome thanks darrell

[@EphemeralProductions]

that is so lovely. I could sit out there in that shelter all day long in the sleeping bag, cozied up and just staring outside and being thoughtful.

[@sandracarlson8215]

Love this vid. I'm a 65 yr old gal that can't get out as much as I use too. You help me remember my younger years. Thanks for the memories.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

so cool thanks!

[@John-lu3yq]

Cool video cool cat cool dog !

[@billypoppins9138]

John cool night

[@Saron206]

Love the lights and love that the cat goes camping with you!

[@leshiagambrel2170]

Girl in the woods, I just subed. I enjoy slightly like longer vids at times long as content is more real feeling, real life. Oh, I love cats, but I'm more in tune with my dog pack. Lol! That's who they feel we are! Just as well. But yeah, I really enjoy your dog with you. Trust me, if she barks and it seems out of reason, there's something she senses you may not.They even hear sounds the earth makes, mud slides, roots breaking loose from a tree. Could be anything. In over 18 years I've learned dogs will do odd behaviors to stop you, or they'll bark all weird, or they feel a sickness coming on. Just get in tune with her the most possible, I'm sure you are already, but when she looks a hard stare she's watching for you, and something is there. She'll be your best friend forever . They just can't teach us there words. Be safe take care. I don't get to the woods now days. Health issue are preventing me for now, hope not much longer. :)

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thanks Leshia welcome tony channel!

[@johncaffrey5395]

You make camping solo adorable love your cabin!🙂🙂🙂

[@phyllismulkey3778]

great video, i think you need another stump for butter cougar lol

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Oh my gosh- i so do. Next vid....

[@deborahhuxley8745]

Believe me it won't matter. He was after the heat not the seat.

[@jamieminton5534]

Totally AWESOME! and I don't mean that in a Calli way.... I was raised with bush craft and love the guys on youtube, but seeing girls posting their adventures is so cool. I have taught generations of boys and girls... I have camped with strong, independent women that loved the outdoors and it is refreshing to see more girls posting. I can't wait for Spirit Forest to set her camp in the Spring and several other posters that I hope will continue. I (in my chauvinistic way WILL open the door for you, I will hold your chair and I WILL dote on you) love that you can and WILL do it yourself! A REAL woman does not need a man.... A Real man needs a REAL woman! Keep up the good work. I loved the vid. Especially your fur babies!

[@darrelrhame9351]

Nice! You have a new fan and subscriber!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks Darrel!! Welcome!

[@angiesullens2126]

Thats one good Campfire sandwich right there “there should be a law“ !!! 😂😂😂

[@SpiritForest]

Looks like a blast!! I love the kitty did she stay with you the whole night, or walk back home? Lol 😂 I want a kitty like that. What was the temp? Nice sleeping bag. This video seems like a different style than your other ones.. nice to see you in action for 45 mins. Cheers!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Hey T- no the Jesse walked back home- filming the in woods we own. He came out on his own and left on his own! Temp was in the 30's, high 20's at night- a good warm up from what it's been! Yes, my sleeping bag- will have to talk about that sometime- I spent a lot of money on this bag just for winter camping. It's a beast! LOL but keeps me warm. Thanks much for watching!!

[@BelindaTN]

lol I have been trying to figure out how you packed that cat out with you. Glad you cleared up that he just followed you.

[@scarborosasquatchstation1403]

Why here I thought kitty was deep inside your sleeping bag , keeping your feet nice and toasty ! LOL Thanks ~ S.S.S./*Tom

[@sunnymas2656]

Very cool cat for camping. You will find this not often. I have a camping latern, who works also as a flashlight, and a build in fan. You can charge it, by solar or AC. - And you can charge your cell phone with it. Charging the whole day by solar, will run many hours in the night. But many laterns or led-lines makes more beautiful light, as one latern only.

[@bushcraftbaxter]

Now this is a GOOD video!!!! I just loved everything about how you taught us cool hacks and showed us how to make good food! I'd love for you to make videos like this again some time in the future. 👍🏼😃

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Cool thanks much Spencer!

[@starlight9239]

The lights Lighten the mood

[@tinaturner134]

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[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks Donna!

[@quotidian5077]

My kitties would follow me as I would go on adventures as a kid. The Butter Cougar reminded me of them.