Car Jack Tent, Solo Winter Camp Prep in Rain, Hail, Snow, and Northern Lights

[@timwilligar2525]

Take the corner of your tent up farther than you think it needs to go. Jam some junk under the corner that's just a bit bigger than you need. It will settle. That corner is heavier than the rest and it's heated. there is going to be a bit of space running away from the corner as well. jam pieces of what ever in those spaces as well. If you don't, all the weight of that corner will be on that one spot and it will sink again. You want as much of the weight spread as evenly as you can to avoid it sinking. Love your vids bud, keep it up!

[@jaylegere]

Yep you are right

[@johnzimmerman6516]

I cannot watch your shows without getting hungry. 😄

[@robinc5103]

I love how he keeps things neat and tidy

[@DaddyyCrab]

Good to see you back Jay.

[@davidmartin5179]

Great video Jay. I have a 20 gallon food barrel at my Cabin and in it I store some matches, extra change of clothes, boots and a few other things in case of emergency. It’s mouse proof and not stored in the Cabin. If the cabin burns and I have to get out I still have some survival items. Love your videos.

[@jaylegere]

Good idea!

[@jklin2987]

LOVE the string lights. That's just what your tent needed.

[@karlsomers1145]

Great to see you back in the woods Jay👍

[@BarefootSully]

Love the longer videos Jay

[@jaylegere]

I really enjoy them too. Thanks for commenting, Andrew

[@thifelicii]

Every time that I’ve a new jay video I go to the kitchen to prepare a good stuff and then to the sofa. Relax and enjoy the show.

[@jaylegere]

That sounds great! Thanks. Jay

[@jeffplant3]

As many here have said already Jay "Awesome video!" You're living the dream and working hard it. I also agree that only too much mustard is enough. Must be heavenly to have that sandwich at your camp. Levelled corner, corn beef, exceptional and spectacular Northern Lights, firewood, camp stove.... it's all heaven on earth. In my opinion, your videos are never long enough no matter how long they are. A great and special video of an awesome time at your camp. Look forward to the next one! Well done!

[@jaylegere]

I love this comment. Thanks Jeff! Sincerely. Jay

[@jimf1964]

I’ve watched a few of your videos now, and you’re hardly an experienced bushman, and I usually watch stuff I can learn a lot from, but you’re honesty and desire to just go out and do it, and experiment etc… and share it with us is really refreshing. Plus I get to learn with you instead of being taught. Gonna click that subscribe button🙂

[@jetman258]

Yeah, an that sandwich looked great!! Woo

[@andrewforrest8938]

Those lights really make your tent brighter and the early morning sunrise was amazing thanks for sharing take care.

[@susanpidgeon9683]

I just love his videos. I can totally see myself halfassin it like he does. He has a great attitude. Eating out of pots... Made me laugh. Necessity is the mother of invention. What I like is he shows you is it can be done. Simple is better sometimes.

[@jaylegere]

Awesome comment!

[@tWoforgamenot1]

this old boy. thinks it's way cool... enjoyed !. i will Be looking ! :)

[@craigculver1933]

New subscriber here, Really enjoy your videos and over all outlook. Sure is nice to see a good guy out there having fun. Best wishes.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much, Craig. I can't wait to get back out there and make more videos. It's my favorite place!

[@michaelgressel726]

Great video Jay , you know the old saying... he who cuts his own firewood warms himself twice .

[@jaylegere]

Yes. I definitely know that saying. Hah.

[@millvee1005]

This video is a keeper, those northern lights are both mysterious and beautiful, oh and breathtaking. Great video altogether.

[@lucdeslauriers1021]

Northern Light so spectacular! I like to watch again and again your vidéo,all your vidéo! Have a good day Jay!

[@Hardwiretag]

Jay, have missed your content over the summer months...glad you are back! I have to say as a city dweller in the hearth of London UK, when you said "do you want to see something beautiful (or however you expressed it) and opened the tent door....wow.....just wow. Stunning!

[@jaylegere]

I'm so glad you liked that! I love doing this stuff and I love it most when everything is in a blanket of snow.

[@OffGridBackcountryAdventures]

Right on Jay! Another season of winter camping is here. Hope you have a good start to the season! ~ Brian

[@jaylegere]

Hey, Brian! So awesome to hear from you. I am pumped for winter! You ready?

[@brentneighbours]

I like your vids, keep up all the hard work. Thank you.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks for watching!

[@boreaousx]

Thanks Jay! Such a relaxing time, kicked back with my feet up on the desk watching your videos...So peaceful in a crazy world.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks, Nate.

[@keithcotnoir6331]

Awesome video Jay! Great choice in having a fire ready to start hen you arrive at the camp

[@mikefoehr235]

About the saw cutting crooked...one set of teeth either have more SET than the other or are sharper than the others. Same thing happens on a chain saw. Great video. Your channel is one of the very best on YT.

[@bedrospeterbedrosian2387]

Glad the weather is starting to get colder to get some more videos from you, Jay! Stay safe and God bless you and your loved ones!

[@jaylegere]

Cold is best!

[@marianfrances4959]

@@jaylegere LOL!

[@upnorthof60]

Awesome video Jay! You have me itching for some canvas tent camping now. Beautiful time-lapse of the northern nights ✌️

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much. Really looking forward to your videos!

[@bridgetranasinghe1590]

Hi Dave hope you and Vivian are doing good

[@SlipFitGarage]

You both do excellent videos. Thanks guys!

[@harveyhagar]

Hope you are well man...

[@susanpidgeon9683]

You should advertise the man's name who made the stove so he can get some business

[@shortsweettoo]

Mmmm. Slumgullion. One of the best camping meals around.

[@tanyaa6452]

It never rains in SoCal. Just that little bit of rain segment in your video made me feel so peaceful. Thanks, Jay, you are awesome!

[@jaylegere]

Thanks Tanya. Also, that was hail!

[@tanyaa6452]

@@jaylegere oops, hehe, my bad!

[@Spooker580]

Great video Jay. It's refreshing to see you get excited when a plan comes together. Lord knows it's not always that way. Get yourself a big pack of paper plates. Cuts down on the dirty dishes and you can burn them in the fire pit or wood stove. You're doing great work!

[@jaylegere]

Thanks, Mark. Jay

[@trevorc6554]

👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦great to see a channel keeping it real and posting videos as much as you can and keeping everyone updated on your plans

[@jaylegere]

Thanks, Trevor. Can't always get out there, but I definitely post as much as I can. Jay.

[@brianmcintyre6407]

You asked for suggestions, so here's mine. A flip up mini counter top for your front door to rest your arms and coffee mug on. Get a scrap piece of wood, maybe 6 inches wide by about 20 inches long. Find 2 scrap hinges, mount the hinges to the top of the door and the scrap wood. Nail a support block to the door that 2 pieces of wood will act as mini jack studs holding up the counter top. When you're done using it, simply remove the 2 mini jack studs, lower the counter top flush with the door and close the tent up.

[@jaylegere]

This is a pretty rad idea! I love my perch looking out that doorway to the lake. Thanks, Jay

[@brianmcintyre6407]

@@jaylegere Also, I'm enjoying the latest videos. You seem to be much more comfortable and candid in front of the camera as compared to your earlier videos. It's a fun adventure for people like me who cannot get to locations that you can go to.

[@deejaymalta]

I watched this whole thing without clicking forward once. I follow a lot of amazing Canadian campers, and you are right up there with Camping with Steve, Foresty Forest, and My self reliance. 15 years ago I wished I could go to Yellowknife to be a firefighter there. Didn't end up happening, but you make me wish it had.

[@jaylegere]

This is a big compliment and means a lot to me. Jay.

[@acimbobby]

maybe you are not the biggest viewed but you have a great presentation on here and its real life and learn as you go. You have progressed a lot I would say. Your wood store can never be too big. Your tent is a bit to easy to see from the lake, how about some CAMO netting or some green paint that wont damage the material. Just the front. lol

[@olderandwiser333]

Really impressed with your versatile woodstove.

[@mototurkey5289]

Longer trips and longer videos are great. Glad you decided to be prepared for the possibility that things could go badly. You handle yourself well, but hypothermia is a killer and can happen really fast when things go wrong better to be prepared and not need than to need it and not be prepared. Cheers Jay!

[@jaylegere]

Thanks, Chris

[@ericleung5716]

Nice place! Having some drinks with friends in the tent overnight would be wonderful!

[@emdoubleyew3788]

Been watching for a while, just wanted to say that your cinematography has improved so much, watching you grow and figure out satisfying angles has really been an added pleasure to watching you. Sending good vibes✌️

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much, Em!

[@thomaschandler4831]

Good evening Jay ☕😁 warm up my Brother... get that fire going good .... yea I got ya brother... bring an extra set of good clothes and keep them there at camp ... and a simple set of hand tools ....you never know brother.... I'm in the mountains a lot ... and man have I learned the hard way when I was young .... now I've got it all .... you never know if something bad happens ... and how well prepared you are may mean your life or death .

[@judylamm2385]

I love ur videos. Thx Jay!

[@jaylegere]

Thanks, Judy

[@Rocwallaby]

The footage of the Northern Lights is just superb

[@thomaschandler4831]

Keep up these long shows we love them

[@seeker0ftruth312]

Hi. Been watching you for almost 3 hrs straight. I don't even watch vids like this. But glad your channel showed up. really made my night.

[@deanmartin9358]

watching this while enjoying my birthday ..theres nothing like a log fire

[@rgober60]

Just an idea, talk to builders around you or your area. Get left over insulation, Styrofoam if you can and bring it up as you get it. It can go inside in-between the wood and help you for the winter..you can even put some on the floor for winter to help keep the heat inside better. Hit the thrift stores they sometimes have loads of it and you can also get you a few things to keep there that aren't expensive so if it freezes and breaks its not too much of a loss. Good luck on your adventures. 👍

[@arneservatius1982]

I put a tarp over my tent since I leave it up yr around. I recently installed a pellet stove. “High Class” runs auger for 5 days off car battery. Recharge by small vertical wind generator. Have 2 other batteries for lights. Solar panel also $300. Living in luxury. Lazy boy chair bed refrigerator 12vt. I’m on a wood deck 8ft above ground. Carpet inside tent. Insulated curtains keeps tent quiet in storms. Very cozy🤗🇨🇦🇺🇸 Michigan

[@karlsteffen7804]

Definitely like and need more of these longer videos!

[@jaylegere]

Right on. Thanks for watching!

[@navytroll]

As always Thanks for taking us along for the outing.

[@alexandrastevens8892]

Brilliant and so glad that the car jack worked and you can shut the door. Brilliant video thank you

[@rockycvs3]

An hour vid. Oh...i know what I'm enjoying tonight.

[@angiedaoust]

Love that plywood on your laps! Great idea!

[@jaylegere]

You are the first one to notice that!

[@rrr579123]

Great video. Glad you’re still filming

[@remoteyukon]

Great video, loved the northern lights time-lapse.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks, Charlie

[@michaelmcdonald6727]

I only got one comment Jay, this video made me smile! Thanks much for sharing your video with us!

[@jaylegere]

That's so great to hear. Thanks for sending this comment!

[@moeq5978]

I felt like I was watching a movie and really enjoyed it.

[@jaylegere]

Awesome! Thanks. Jay.

[@brendansmith8319]

Great stuff, that Montreal smoked sandwich looked amazing! Beautiful time lapse of the lights!!

[@jaylegere]

Was delicious!

[@elwoodtaylor1092]

Hello Jay this video is one of or maybe the best yet start to finish being outdoors at the tent making awesome food frosty mornings and gathering firewood and then put the icing on the cake with the beautiful northern lights what could be better, stay safe and say hi to Crystal

[@johninalaska4437]

Hi Jay, I enjoy all your tent videos because, you keep it low key and you keep it real. I have watched many Bushcrafters and only like a handful. You are always going to have someone who feels their way is better well, you keep doing you. Your way is much more fun. Love the Northern Lights. Haven't seen any here yet but then again, it's been raining for days. Keep on keeping on.

[@jaylegere]

Always great to hear from you John! Winter coming to us northerners really fast now!

[@kenmatch8303]

It's good to see fresh new videos at this time of year. Any time of year... enjoyable, relaxing video 👍😎

[@chaddeplazes6620]

Silky saws seem quite efficient! I learn a lot from watching your videos.

[@jaylegere]

Good saws indeed!

[@bryanr.3241]

Jay , your videos are incredibly improving all the time. I love the longer videos , especially in winter. Matthew Posa does some 2 hour and even longer videos and I love watching the things I don't get to do here in South East Pennsylvania. Keep em coming Jay ✌

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much Bryan!

[@jmatsko25]

Love the longer videos. The northern lights were breathtaking. Can't wait for your next video.

[@jaylegere]

I can't wait either!

[@stoutkm]

Great time lapse of the northern lights Jay. I watched that portion over again about four times. I agree with you, the northern lights were very intense. You had some beautiful shots of the landscape throughout the video too. Thanks. Best Regards

[@jaylegere]

Hi Kevin! Always like getting comments form you! Have a great night.

[@milehighed52801]

Awesome video, Jay! Nice productive trip. I enjoy these fall season videos and the longer ones. Thanks for sharing.

[@jaylegere]

I'm loving the longer trips and videos too. Very enjoyable to be out there as long as possible.

[@rosemaryclose1069]

Hi! Jay nice to see you back at the cabin ... that sandwich looked really delicious...looking forward to all your new winter videos... northern lights were beautiful....

[@jaylegere]

The sandwich was top 10!

[@michellerobert3238]

Great vlog Jay..😉😄 nice to 👀see you back at your Happy place.. Really enjoyed it.. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 P.S. Hi to the Lady C. Until next time.. Take care.😎

[@danjennings6817]

Happy to see you back with the winter vids Jay. Thanks Dan from Jersey

[@MAJJJJJJ]

Oh shit those were the best northern lights I have ever seen too .thanl you so much very cool stuff wow.

[@peewee.3138]

Standing there in the door drinking your coffee almost reminded me of Dick Proeneke!

[@jaylegere]

Ha. If I was half the man!

[@peewee.3138]

@@jaylegere it was just the way you were standing there it reminded me of him in the PBS movies of him. He was one tough, resourceful man!

[@rawkneepeefrompleasantvall2853]

We've had a particularily Hot and Dry summer here in Minnesota, I'm sorta looking forward to Snow, probably be around November fifteenth this year, we've had some hard winters and I hope this one isn't quite so long. Great video. There's probably more "set" on the one side of the bow saw, means the teeth stick out just a bit farther on the right side so it saws more on the right side, maybe you hit a nail sawing something and the teeth are just a mite dull or missing set on the left, you can reset teeth on an old bow saw by putting it in the vice teeth up and use a crescent wrench to bend them very carefully tho'.

[@stephenmoore2754]

Probably a Chinese made blade. I bought one new and it would saw in a circle.

[@denisefoxcroft8920]

Gee, I really get ultra jealous when I see the food you Bushcrafter/campists cook up. No recipe books on hand. But, am the world's worst cook and surprised my sons survived my cooking. No wonder they're into noodles and hamburgers. Your tent like home is soooooo cool. And that stove is like a blessing. Glad you enjoyed it. We sure did. Keep the mouse 🐁 around. If elephants are scared 😨 of mice then maybe bears 🐻🐻‍❄️ are too. Anyway...enjoy your wild adventures. Happy future camping 🏕.

[@Stinger9516]

I’ve been looking for a canvass tent with a wood stove for a little over a year. My kids are getting to the age where I’d like to take them out camping at anytime. Nothing like your tent but just something to get out and keep safe no matter the weather. I really enjoy your videos. Thank you

[@jaylegere]

Enjoy tenting! There's nothing like it.

[@marianfrances4959]

Oil-soaked saw dust, huh! I'm not sure I've seen that lake view before...very nice...and the granite...and that tent! 👍😎🇨🇦🌲🔥🪶

[@dunk22]

Another enjoyable video Jay, you say you were concerned about weight and didn't bring extra pants. I always carry pajama pants and shirt. in a ziplock for cases just like yours. They weigh nothing and have saved my bacon a few times over the years. Nice for lounging around camp in as well. Stay safe brother. Look forward to the next video.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks for the suggestion, Jimbo!

[@alancall5113]

Don't you just love fall keep it coming J good work

[@jaylegere]

I am loving fall at the camp

[@tedhockstad243]

I am looking forward to a great winter of video.

[@jaylegere]

Me too!

[@flyinggyros9745]

Great video. You might bring a few wooden hangers for drying out your clothes. And maybe a real can opener.

[@rayescobar8509]

Thanks for your wonderful presentation. God bless wilderness people.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks, Ray! Have a great day.

[@mandydavidson6694]

Thank you for the beautiful northern light's, Jay. I'm so looking forward to cold, snowy winter at the tent. It is just so tranquil at the lake, Take care .

[@karenanderson6985]

Spectacular Northern Lights!

[@brianmckenzie8993]

ENJOY YOUR VIDEOS jAY!Keep'em coming sir!

[@jaylegere]

You bet! Thanks.

[@bufferam]

Thanks Jay, I deliberately saved this for Friday night so I could relax and enjoy uninterrupted! It did not disappoint! Love watching you prepare the meals and eat, you truly appreciate! So looking forward to the next video!! Thanks again!

[@jaylegere]

That's so awesome. I truly appreciate that you are enjoying the videos and taking the time to comment. Thanks Myles.

[@keart65]

Excellent video! I like the longer video as well. The northern lights are just beautiful! Thanks for sharing them!

[@davejoynt6276]

Hi Jay When you cut wood with the buck saw, lay the wood flat to keep more teeth in contact with the wood for a straighter cut. You need to get a chainsaw, leave all that manual sawing to Shawn James. Im glad you are enjoying getting out to your tent, just becareful you dont get caught out there when the lake freezes. It would be a nice video to see how you get out there in your canoe.

[@jeffplant3]

Dave, great comment and especially the reference to Shawn James. Like apples and oranges these two guys but both living the dream. Love the way Jay just keeps it humble and real

[@susangreganti7184]

We love watching your videos!

[@mbathome112]

Another great couple of days at the tent. Awesome light show. Thanks Jay. Cheers

[@joannsawler2804]

Aurora Borealis! Camp Fires! Beans & Oatmeal! Crisp morning air! Pantless in the Woods!! PERFECT!!! :)

[@jaylegere]

It was a great weekend.

[@lloydmarche3058]

Very nice. I am getting ready for some winter camping also. Not sure how it will turn out but still willing to try. Roof top tent set up on an atv trailer.

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[@stevengoshey6600]

Nice video. Love your style!!

[@jaylegere]

Thanks!

[@nathanieltraveny2263]

Love your videos jay

[@bigh3709]

Nothing beats a roaring fire. Love your videos Jay!! You do a lot of cooking, Food Network should be calling you for an outdoor special. :)

[@jaylegere]

Ha. Food Network could use a good balogna and mustard sandwich every once in a while.

[@manmountain670]

Still love your videos! Great job! Love the snow!

[@ehab9645]

Great video I'm sure with out watching it tell the end 😀

[@cleocat1763]

You crack me up! Pants-less in Canada.😂 The Northern Lights are beautiful!!

[@franceskelley596]

So peaceful and Beautiful.

[@harmonysprogress]

Amazingly beautiful country. Like my NW Wisconsin!!! Pretty tough to leave...

[@mykahlifischer379]

What an outstanding video/experience. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@gregabreu7346]

A really good video the morning lights awesome can’t wait for the next one.

[@stephanelachance6195]

Hi Jay !! Man that was a really nice video. I like watching your vids cause I have a similar set up like yours. I even have a wood palette porch too. Camping without a stove is misery...camping with a stove is luxury...and if you add a wood floor than you can almost call it home !! Take care.

[@jaylegere]

Hi Stephane! Sounds to me like you have an awesome setup! Thanks for commenting. Jay.