Bushcraft Survival Australia - Raised Jungle Shelter

Bushcraft Survival Australia: Raised Jungle Shelter
This how to video shows a raised jungle shelter that was built in 2014 and how it was constructed using a raised platform, lean-to framework and thatched with dead cabbage tree palm fronds.
The video is presented by Gordon Dedman, founder of Bushcraft Survival Australia (BSA). Gordon has travelled extensively and completed numerous Survival and Bushcraft Courses worldwide at schools run by Ray Mears, Dave Canterbury, Paul Kirtley, Lofty Wiseman and Bob Cooper.
Gordon is a former member of the Australian Army 1st Commando Regiment and is presently a survival instructor in NORFORCE, an Australian Army Reserve Regional Force Surveillance Unit (RFSU). NORFORCE conducts patrols in the remote areas of Northern Australia, working closely with Aboriginal communities.
Please follow all safety procedures when lighting fires outdoors and always adhere to the laws and guidelines set down by your State or country of origin, governing fire regulations.
For information on Bushcraft Survival Australia courses, please visit: www.BushcraftSurvivalAustralia.com.au On the Person
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Military nylon ground sheet
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“Survival” Snake Bite First Aid Kit
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Side Pocket 1
Pathfinder Woodsman’s Pantry
Wildo Camp-A-Box (optional) bit.ly/3nUJcuT
Food/Rations (4-6 days)
Side Pocket 2
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Snowpeak Mini Solo Cookset
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Military Milbank Filter OR Brown Bag
MSR 4 Litre Dromedary Bag
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Collapsable bowl

[@BuckMckawtheotherone]

I bought Richard Grave's book, simply called "Bushcraft", as a teenager back in the mid 1970's. I was surprised to hear Les Hiddins say he had no idea who Richard Graves was (Paul Kirtley Interview). Much of his techniques, firemaking, rope work, raised fire altars, navigation (Southern hemisphere of course) etc, are applicable globally, yet, Les never heard of him till Paul mentioned him. Good stuff as always, Gordon. Cheers!

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

I know, I was very surprised as well! Richard Graves' 10 Bushcraft books are listed as a reference in the current Australian Army Survival Pam. Thanks for watching.

[@soccerskillz7911]

Great video and job mate ill need to try this shelter out soon

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Cheers, it's a pretty easy one to make although like most natural shelters, it is quite time consuming. Thanks for watching

[@SurvivalAussie]

Nice touch adding the illustration from Richard Graves' book. :-)

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thanks Kev, was a pic from a limited edition of the 10 Bushcraft Books.

[@Rudecheers]

Top job Gordon, these video’s are of a high standard. Great to see some bushcraft of an entire different part of the world. Greetings from Belgium, all the best.

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thanks for your nice feedback Rude, please feel free to share them.

[@andremus5190]

Another great video! Than you! Gordon, I was wondering about practising building these shelters in the bush. Could you please inform viewers here in the comments, or, even better, in a separate video, what is permissible in state forests and national parks. For example, was this built in either of the above or on your own land? I think a lot of your viewers would value your comments. Thank you. Keep up the good work - love your channel!

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thanks for the great feedback. That is a very good question and a very relevant one. These were build on private property. There is a difference between what you can do in a state forest and a National Park. State forests are much more lenient with what you are able to do, however you do need to obtain permission first. I will outline this the next time i do a shelter video. Thanks again for your comments.

[@PAULNAT]

Thanks for sharing Gordon. I am going to try and make one of these one day. Its good to see it has lasted so long.

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thanks for the feedback. The dead cabbage tree stalks last a long time….sometimes longer than the framework! Dead stalks are also good because you are only taking what is dead anyway.

[@Delta088]

Love it Gordon.. That's a very comfortable camp.

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

It’s a nice comfortable camp, even though a little old now. Thanks for watching and your support.

[@kimbullock475]

Absolutely brilliant Gordon... Love your work and I've learnt a lot

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thanks again Kim. Really appreciate your continued support.

[@nickwalkerbass7322]

Awesome video as always mate. I was just wondering what you used for cordage, in a shelter like this. From experience, regular paracord eventually perishes when exposed to the elements. Interested to learn what you use that lasts so long, especially in a load- bearing setup such as the raised bed. Any help appreciated, thanks again

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

When building natural shelters I only use natural cordage. The cordage used here was the ribs and outer layer of cabbage tree palm stalks (Livistonia Australis) which have a natural veneer type coating to them which helps them last longer. Thanks for watching.

[@geoffgeoff143]

I like your attitude. I think your courses would be great.

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Your positive feedback is much appreciated. More videos on their way. Gordon

[@MOOSEDOWNUNDER]

Great work fella. Cheers Moose in Vic.

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thanks again….please feel free to share them.

[@X_explorer]

Amazing channel!

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thank you. Please feel free to share it.

[@MTwoodsrunner]

Enjoyed seeing the progression of the shelter Gordon, nicely done! I see you were rolling the ALICE back then mate, i still keep one or two around, dang good Packs but seldom do i use them anymore. Always enjoy your vids...be safe and Aloha from Montana...atb...David

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thanks again for your continued support. I still use my mini Alice occasionally,,,,great for a day pack.

[@rileysmith9047]

Hi Gordon, ive just started out at having a crack at bushcraft and found you're videos very helpful. Do you only use dead/fallen wood for you're shelters? just started a shelter in NSW (south-east coast area) and I am struggling to find lengths of dead wood that are long and thick enough to make the framework out of and dont want to be cutting too many trees down. Any ideas for other thatching that I could use for my area?

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

I try to use dead fallen branches as much as possible, and if I have to cut something i choose something that i can use for a variety of purposes and from an area where there are lots of them. You need to be selective and choose a shelter to build based on you needs and what resources are available. If in short supply then maybe it’s not appropriate to build a shelter at all! There are various methods of thatching but it depends on the resources you have. Richard Graves’ book “Bushcraft” has a variety of thatching methods for Australian plants and conditions.

[@rileysmith9047]

@@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia Cheers for the tips, greatly appreciate it, I will make sure to check that one out from the library.

[@billytrim6721]

Great vid

[@BushcraftSurvivalAustralia]

Thank you.