Making a Bark Door for the Adobe Hut (episode 40)

Through the winter I used adobe bricks to close the entrance to my hut. The bricks worked satisfactorily to insulate the inside of the hut from the cold weather outside. I delayed to make a proper door because I was using all the juniper bark I collected to further insulate the roof. Now the weather is warm and I am finally going to make that door. I use a simple bushcraft method to create a lightweight door that's easy to open.
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Camera: Nikon D7500 and GoPro Hero7 Black
Sound: Zoom H6
Editing: Final Cut Pro X on MacBook Air
Location: Parts Unknown
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):
Who films you?
Me. I travel alone, shoot, edit, upload, everything, all alone. On a few occasions I may be accompanied by a friend, but that has been very rare.
Do you stay out there permanently?
No, I usually stay out in a wilderness area for about a week and then hike out and return to a city for editing and uploading. I have family and other obligations to take care of as well.
How many cameras do you use?
Usually I use just one camera. When I have underwater scenes then I also use a GoPro camera. I get different angles by moving the camera around and repeating the action to create a more cinematic viewing experience for the audience.
Where is this place?
In order to protect the integrity of the natural landscape I prefer to be very vague about the locations I use. There are places that I used to visit that were so beautiful and untouched but the consequences of social media brought all kinds of people to visit and sadly some people do not respect nature and have badly damaged these places. Therefore I do not share locations.
Where did you get your sandals?
I first started wearing sandals on outdoor adventures in February 2014. I’m so glad that I did because wearing these Luna Sandals has really helped strengthen my feet. You can see their selection of adventure and running sandals at this link: www.lunasandal...
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Do you workout?
Yes, I workout, but not in a gym. I have some weights that I use and also do a lot of bodyweight exercises. I also run and sometimes swim. I hike frequently to collect wild foods and to shoot these videos so I'm very active all the time.
Are you vegan or vegetarian?
I wish I could maintain my health on a primal diet that does not include animals but unfortunately that did not work well and I ended up with health problems as a result of those attempts. From my studies, observations of nature, and personal experience I have come to believe that the best diet for optimal human health is a primal diet (paleo).
Do you get lonely when you’re alone?
No, I don’t get lonely. I’m actually so busy shooting video, taking photos and doing so many other things like making cordage, cooking, weaving, etc. that I really don’t have time to think about my lonely condition. Sometimes when something profound happens on an adventure I can’t wait to share it with people, but other than that I do not get lonely.
How many languages do you speak?
My first language is English but I also speak fluent Spanish and Portuguese. I also speak very little Russian. I may soon begin learning more languages.
How old are you?
I was born in 1972. At the time of this video I was 49.
Where did you get the music in your videos?
This series is the first one that I am making all the music myself. I recently made a drum and maracas (rumba shaker). I am now using them to create the intro and ending music in my videos, but before in the past I have used royalty free music from several sources including KZbin. Sometimes I bought the music but usually it was free.

[@AaronFu]

I'm so happy you're back with this series!!!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Me too! Thanks!

[@lindaseel8633]

I am so glad to see this episode. It's great that the roof held up and didn't leak. Your methods for weaving materials into roofing, doors, etc look simple and are very effective. You have great patience. So good to see the plants bursting forth again. Be always safe and happy.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes Linda! I'm actually so surprised how well everything is working out.

[@Peaceful_Rayne]

You are one of the Most Fascinating People to watch do anything

[@janslavik8295]

Friend this is the dream of almost every good guy who has adventurous inclinations and imagination.

[@paulnicholasmendoza1480]

its so beautiful when its spring

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It is gorgeous indeed

[@ydne]

Thank you for your report on the return of native plant food production. That is very good news. Best of luck out there and enjoy.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes! I am so excited to see so much food coming!

[@huebuckle8198]

Would you ever consider merchandise. Books,shirts, etc? Also have you ever thought about flintknapping.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah, I definitely am considering selling merchandise - shirts and other items. Would you buy? I do a little flintknapping but I'm not very good at it. Plus, I haven't found the best materials for the job.

[@حياةالقلوب-ط8ت]

very happy to see you again 💜 l always sed that KZbin is very borring without you 🌸

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Ah, thank you so much!

[@othnielbarcoma1809]

Been waiting for this.

[@elleret]

Great door.

[@myphone4713]

Я так долго ждал продолжения! Удачи!

[@streetscienceofficial8675]

Horosho Spasibo Bolshoi

[@satriapetualang]

Amazing

[@googol572]

I gotta say that this man is shredded.

[@madmo_1148]

Made my night seeing a new installment of Primal Tendencies show up on my KZbin feed!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah!!

[@abidsalaheddine5767]

Great video can't wait for more

[@jenreal360]

Lol I have a Chad ritual now lol.. I get a notification I grab a drink, my charger ,my phone and I run to my front porch to get some quiet space lol

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Hahhaha, I can totally visualize that! I hope you enjoy!

[@jigneshpanchal7475]

Such a pleasure to see a new episode. Thanks mate!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you mate!

[@ramoncastiglioni6455]

Chad, your videos are the "icing on the cake" of my days. It's pressing play, putting your feet up, having a good meal while enjoying the content! Congratulations

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I'm so glad you enjoy them. Thank you!

[@jamesdurstine8892]

SUPERIOR WORK CHAD KEEP IT UP. Crowman peace everyone

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks James!

[@timster4044]

I’ve never been so invested and engaged in a KZbin series.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you so much!

[@Michael-ys9kq]

Glad to see you are back at the Hut! I missed this episode when it dropped, was in the middle of a new phone setup. I'd love to see you try a few more knots, I think they would help save you some cordage. Each of the knots you made on the frame here could have been done with an "Arbor Knot". You can also do the same knot with a slight variation to later retrieve the cordage, its known as the "Canadian Jam Knot". Hopefully you'll see this and look them up. Probably could have cut the cordage use down to 8-10 ft.

[@samuelmartins8643]

Obaaa mais um video top

[@eliandtoby3750]

Great work friend

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you very much

[@GoAndyGo]

Отличная дверь! This is a good feeling, if you have something to close it behind you, entering your shelter.

[@AndreyNechaevA]

100%!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, I totally agree!

[@julioargentinogalean]

Excelente video

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Gracias!

[@Johnnyreimer1998]

Hello Chad, I am from Denmark and I just want to say and give praise to how enjoyable your content is. It is very immersive and I think I can speak for many when I say that we love your content and appreciate what you do! :)

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I really appreciate that. Thank you very much!

[@mahmoudmostafa755]

I can't wait for the next one .. I enjoyed it so much.. watching you always..

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I'm working on the next one already

[@kameljoe21]

Ah man, I am going to have to watch this in the morning with everything that shows up. I wish I would have seen it a couple hours ago.

[@Giovanni0007]

Nice video as always

[@naturallifeskill3165]

I think calling this survival is correct. Just because you're not starving or isn't in any imminent danger, doesn't mean you're not doing what it takes to survive. This video is informative! It shows what you Should be doing to survive in the wild. Keep Safe!

[@zvone1267]

i am so happy you are back with this series! i have one suggestion. you can build an higher and larger house not circle but rectangle like 3×4 meters and tiled roof. for windows i highly suggest to make wood planks of branches and make window of full wood so when you close window or door the house will went dark ( check dalmatian old shutters they are famous and they are not from 19 century oldest one was found in Split a town in croatia and it dated 3000 BC wich are from old roman civilization. from the inside you don't have to rub stone to bricks to make it flat yust simply use mud and level it. i hope i gave you some new ideas or advice wich can help you ni your further projects❤

[@rc3291]

Always enjoy watching your videos. No constant chatter.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you!

[@alejandraday5514]

Yeahhhh 😍😍😍😍happy 😊 ♥ 😀 😄 another video🥰🥰🥰after bn sick is the best🥰🥰🥰

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Get well fast!

[@rasaoriginal198]

welcome home chad ✌✌

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Haha, thanks

[@noway934]

Glad to see you back home at your Abode hut after your holiday.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you Andrea!

[@noway934]

@@ChadZuberAdventures 😀👍. I was impressed by your perseverance with making your door. At times it sounds like your were struggling slightly. Great finished door and the excess used as draught excluder.

[@AtomicDudMan]

Ah a good show before bed😀

[@JEDTHROW84]

I'm glad you back in your 🛖

[@sallawaronen3277]

The hut is beautiful and the door came out looking very good. Nice to have you returning back to the hut now that warm weather has returned. I also enjoy to watch your other adventures while you are in Mexico. Thanks🙂

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks a lot. Yeah, it’s getting hot here. Soon I will be wishing for winter again.

[@mattparker9726]

11:44 your ability to make cordage is amazing to me, it looks just like what you buy in the store!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Actually it looks different from the machine-made cordage. If you examine store cordage and my hand-made cordage you can see the difference in the pattern.

[@muralidharnarasimhan4290]

Happy to see you back in the hut. The door came out really well 👍

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you!

[@SanataniChhatra]

The expected line '' Previously on primal tendencies'' is very soothing

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Hahaha! Cool

[@ladyofthemasque]

I like the fact how that door can be added onto, by just slotting another section onto the top or the bottom, like nesting spoons, [ [ ] becoming [[]. I also just realized today that any horizontal gaps where the cordage ties the sticks in place could be mitigated by taking a short section of bark and working it into place vertically, tucked into the strips of bark above and below that point. That would further help retain heat inside the hut.

[@shebawolf145]

Hello! Good to see you back at the hut :) hope you have been doing well.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It's great to be back at the hut

[@TheRisenRAGE]

loving the series, very much a survival/primal way of doing things. One thing I would do different is weave the Juniper bark and use the branches as a stiffener. It would be stronger overall but being hindsight 20/20 I absolutely love your method. Animal skins with fur is a must regardless of climate. Prior episodes I noticed a lack of fiber weaved clothing or animal skin with fur clothing. Deserts are HOT, but they can get chilly at night, having a hot weather/cold weather attire improves life, simple Yucca braided clothing with a layer of fur on hide would make a world of a difference, and it also would be accurate attire with the natives in that climate prior to the invasion of colonials. Food for thought.

[@IAmTheOnlyMrDaryl]

The moment we've all been waiting for! By the way Chad, these videos are actually so well made, they tick all of the boxes. Amazing views with an immersive storyline, helpful commentary, text on screen & graphics. 10/10

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you! Thank you! I appreciate it.

[@darriendastar3941]

It's amazing how you can make so much hard, concentrated work look so beautiful and restful. There's a sublime elegance in the way in which you marry the effortless magnificence of even a flower bud with the very human hard scrabble of creating a living space. Frankly, I'm in awe.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you for your keen observation. I just try to capture the essence of this experience.

[@Тёмаблогер-щ4ц]

Молодец, хорошая работа, главное, что бы этовсе приносило радость и удавольствие.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Спасибо большое!

[@rogeliodelagarza8652]

Glad to see you back

[@naturallifeskill3165]

All is once again right in the world…. Thank you. primitive life look so impressive 👍😍

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I try!

[@markm1138]

That door is huge!

[@oxybrightdark8765]

These videos send me to sleep when others cannot.

[@MrHerodoto]

Congratulations for one more achievement my friend. Keep going.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

One task at a time

[@illegallyblonde232]

I learn so much from these videos, I just made my first primitive stove to heat water and I also made some pop corn on it the other day! Your ability to make cordage is mind blowing.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah! That's so awesome! Did you post pics on FB?

[@illegallyblonde232]

@@ChadZuberAdventures a short video 🙃

[@illegallyblonde232]

@@ChadZuberAdventures thank you chad, I appreciate you doing these videos filled with useful information and beauty.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

You’re welcome!

[@illegallyblonde232]

@@ChadZuberAdventures I know you're super busy so I tagged in 2 pics, now don't laugh at me, I tried to copy you best I could with cinder blocks. Jk you can laugh at me, I laugh at me 🙃

[@dwaynewladyka577]

It's nice to see the progress of things. That door is very functional, and will help keep wind and moisture out of the hut. I really enjoy your videos. Cheers, Chad! ✌️

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

That's the plan!

[@guangyaoxuan419]

What a wonderful door!!!!😄😄😄

[@a.b.9170]

Oh man oh man, I need more shots of the spring changing landscape! Gorgeous vid mate as always.

[@adelheidsnel5171]

Beautiful my friend!

[@길쭉이네가족]

정말 최고의 채널이예요 저는 당신의 방송을 보면 마음이 참 편안해지고 좋습니다 항상 응원합니다.

[@alantan6255]

Enjoy your great adventure and great video man

[@robert23mg]

Extraction of clay from the earth for potter would be a nice topic :D Keep up the good work! What you are doing is amazing.

[@HiddeneyeInc]

Great job. You can improve this door for winter or foul weather with the addition of one or two good skins that cover the outside of the door that would be exposed to elements. This would allow for insulating of the door for winter. It's very simulat to what was used in the longhouses my people built. I would also suggest when tying the sections to use a figure 8 this would allow for a tight hold of the bark and allow the section to be kept open for the next set. you could fulcilitate your tying with some rope needles made from bone or wood as well.

[@michaelstuart942]

You are the man! God bless you!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

God bless you!

[@eduardherak8599]

Beautiful work super ❤️💪🏽👍

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks 👍

[@jarabi0013]

Me alegra entrar en KZbin y tener un video tuyo en mis recomendados.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Gracias! Gusto verte también.

[@homecooking5]

Thank you for showing always the best of your adventure❤👍

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

My pleasure!

[@Convolutedtubules]

Congratulations on the 40th episode!! I get an immediate sense of an outstanding quality of production.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks a lot!

[@yomangull2538]

Love the simple door design and it matches the outdoor decor of your hut perfectly. In one of your previous episodes, you mentioned wanting a way to see if something was level. It may have been when you were laying the bricks for your hut? Knowing you're going to extend the hut upwards, you could use two different lengths of the straightest willow sticks you could find. For "eyeing" up a brick from the short end, center a 2 foot (or more) piece of willow across the brick and look at the tips of the stick. If the brick is not level, the tips of the stick will allow you to see the difference much easier. Sort of like a tightrope walkers pole. As he walks across the wire, he barely moves his hands but you can see the ends of the pole move a foot or more. For "eyeing" the bricks lengthwise, you'll need a much longer stick to compensate for the curve of your wall. Plus the stick will rest on more then one brick. I know your bricks aren't perfectly flat on top but, the sticks should allow you to get a better view of what is level.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah that’s a good idea. I now can see that the walls are very crooked and the fireplace even more. I will try to correct it somewhat.

[@BeemYT-8]

This is what I have been waiting for a long time, cause I love this series, please always upload this trip... Thanks before

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks a lot! I’ll be uploading more from here soon.

[@BeemYT-8]

@@ChadZuberAdventures thanks chad

[@EEVOL]

Loved it man, I always look forward to this series. Enjoyed the commentary.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you!

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

Well done chad.😊👍 you need to get rid of those over hanging branches, so you dont have to keep ducking.😁👊👏👏👏👏

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I know! I will!

[@rollsaround2096]

finally i've been waiting!!! now to watch this insane journey.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks to you for following this journey! I appreciate it!

[@parodoxdoughnut2268]

I remember watching these at 3am on school nights

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Make sure you get enough sleep!

[@RhodiumFX]

I am so glad you are back here again, I love this series

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you!

[@gracecastilloarroyo2340]

Se ve bien la puerta excelente Y buen video felicitaciones y adelante amigo Saludos desde Naranjo Alajuela Costa Rica 🌎🌴🇨🇷

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Gracias Grace! Muchos saludos para ti! Pura Vida!

[@gracecastilloarroyo2340]

@@ChadZuberAdventures cuídate amigo quería preguntar si volvieron los peces 😁🤣🇨🇷🌎🌴

[@joehaefeker1755]

I love your hut Chad Zubar ! Keep up the good work brother 🙏

[@danapointe7335]

Once again such amazing craftmanship.

[@sinkingboat101]

I cannot wait to see the hut become higher with new bricks

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

That will be happening very soon.

[@whatkarmasays8663]

Hi Tarzan looks fenomenal.

[@jorgegallegomoreno5929]

Un gran trabajo como siempre!!

[@mrhamedr]

well that was a cool episode after a while. thanks

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you

[@gridinnozmu4358]

Felicitaciones amigo,esa puerta quedó excelente,se pueden hacer tantas cosas para la choza,realmente es mucho trabajo pero cuando la veas terminada y hermosa,el esfuerzo valdrá la pena💪🙌👏👏👏👏

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Muchas gracias amiga! La verdad, hay tantas cosas que se pueden hacer. Mi mente está llena de ideas. El tiempo me limita.

[@streetscienceofficial8675]

Mucho gusto Amigo, El hombre muy excelente

[@kierabernier1358]

yay i missed this!!

[@QuanvanluyenLB]

You probably won't see and not read this comment, but I really admire your skills, it's the motivation for me to try to follow you.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks a lot. I really appreciate that.

[@parsifalkitty5109]

It was so good seeing your video show up in my notifications. Good to see your travels proved fruitful and might I have to wonder what can be improved upon in your living area.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

There are lots of ways to improve and I am slowly working on them.

[@vincentpetit2109]

Great job! Have a nice spring in the desert :) And the wild rhubard is pretty cool.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I need to make rhubarb pie

[@vincentpetit2109]

@@ChadZuberAdventures Oh yes, that could probably be the topic of a full video!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Definitely!

[@christisbackonearth2933]

Happy to see you back in the hut cant wait to see some more progress,and new recipes with all that new food. Would love yo see more about the pottery you make

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you! Making pottery videos is particularly challenging because I have to wash my hands after every shot or I will destroy the camera with the mud on my fingers. But I will do it eventually.

[@HobomanCat1]

@@ChadZuberAdventures I'd be happy with simple time-lapse shots of making pottery!

[@apriltheghost2009]

I see many warm and cozy nights in your future!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

yes!

[@MiriQLMovies]

Yessss my favorite adobe hut is back

[@nicolasmolina7202]

There are few things in my life that relax me this much. Thank you for your content, Chad.

[@matiasfauda8605]

Gran regreso de la serie! Felicitaciones por la puerta! Sigue asi Chad! Saludos!!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Muchas gracias Matias!

[@rogeliodelagarza8652]

To live off the land what an adventure. Love this stuff

[@LadyTamika]

Finally, really I thought that day would never come but now I have been rewarded. Great job. Now I can worry about you much less. hahahah

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

That’s good! I should be fine now.

[@gemz1179]

i would say first but if i can count on my fingers there are at least 10 others who commented before me. still before the 10 minute mark though! super excited for the vid chad.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah, you are like number 25

[@molliejonte2732]

Excellent work. I was wondering at first why you didn’t weave the door , but then saw that there would be less air exchange with this thicker door. Thank you!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah, this way is simple and more effective I think.

[@abidsalaheddine5767]

Make an episode where you talk about the scariest things you faced or seen or experienced, i think it might be fun

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Honestly, I can't even think of a scary moment in the wild. I think the scariest things happened to me when I was a child and had to stand in front of the class to give a book report.

[@abidsalaheddine5767]

@@ChadZuberAdventures 😂 we all share that scary moment

[@johnnysullivan623]

thats a very nice door! Koodos!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks!

[@User-wy2ll]

Great work

[@TassadarNwcares]

nice work i love your videos make me feel good

[@retourenavant]

Hi there ! Each of your videos make my day 🥰...Wishing you all the best and the success you deserve 👩‍🌾🤗 Please continue to share your culture with us, loves from france 🇲🇫♥️

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you so much my friend. Blessings to you.

[@Alexesssp]

Hey Chad, i'm thinking that maybe some day you could make a spear! its useful for self-defense and hunting fish! maybe also an Atlatl

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

No doubt. I will be doing that. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Alexesssp]

@@ChadZuberAdventures no problem, heres a tip: if you don't want to replace your spears tip (if its made out of rock) every single time because it slowly deforms, you should harden it on fire!