FIVE ITEMS YOU May want to add to any kit

[@DavidCanterbury]

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[@m.birdwell2567]

Hey David, thanks for including the suggestion of backcountry f/a carry. I’m no ‘operator’-type guy, but in over 40 years of backpacking, camping, hiking, &c., (even blue water sailing … but for very specific reasons), I discretely carry. As I think you mentioned, it enables self-help, and assuming proficiency, renders so many potential would-be serious hazards, addressable issues. So, again, PC or not, good call.

[@william3765]

Hi David. I appreciate your videos. I'm sure many critics will pop up saying there is no need to take a gun with you into the woods. The anti-gunners only realize the need to carry a gun, when it is too late and they have no way to defend themselves against any imminent danger, be it a deadly threat from a human or an animal when you are in the woods. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@Gottaculat]

The firearm is an incredibly useful bit of kit, because guns are louder than your cries for help, and can be heard by hunters and campers even in areas of the mountains where there is no cell signal, and too much interference for clear radio transmission. The universal rule to use a gun to call for help is 3 evenly spaced out gunshots. Shoot, wait 5 seconds, shoot, wait 5 seconds, shoot. If you need to signal again, wait about 5 minutes. This signals to people in the area you are in need of rescue. Keep a whistle on you as well, so you can direct people to you during the 5 minute wait without wasting ammo, or if you run out of ammo. I don't know about other states, but when I took the mandatory hunter education course to receive a WA hunting license, this was taught. A lot of people in this state get a hunting license even if they never end up hunting (such as me). I do go camping, though, and bring both a large caliber sidearm and my AR-15, as we have black bears, mountain lions, poachers, and now the idiot city hippies are trying to reintroduce grizzly bears to WA. So guns are definitely recommended by park rangers, and you often see armed campers. I'd wager most of us would know the 3 shot distress call if we heard it, and I'd absolutely go check it out after contacting a forest ranger, or at least send someone to find one at the nearest ranger station. Last thing you want when attempting a rescue is to not tell others you're attempting a rescue, because you could also find yourself in need of rescue. Especially around water hazards.

[@gringo3009]

Good to see someone with the balls to bring up how important being armed is, for everyone.

[@kirkanos3968]

Swear almost once a month i hear someone say "well the water is moving so it is clean". With the amount of information right at our finger tips would think we wouldn't be getting dumber but here we are. Thanks again for all the great content you have given us over the years God Bless.

[@gewamser]

Can’t argue with any of these ideas! Support you 100%.

[@ColdHarborOP]

I carry my Glock 48 religiously. Every single day, whether I'm working or recreating, it doesn't matter... I have that pistol on me just in case. It's the great equalizer that puts a 90-year-old woman or a 90 lb female on par with a 250 lb man, or a small group of 250 lb men. Having a firearm means you cannot use force against me to put into effect your will, you have to use reason and convince me. I wish more folks took this seriously and chose to be their own first responder. Thanks for getting the message out there. Stay strapped or get clapped.

[@Cubestone]

Good sense advice, as always. There's a good reason the old timer woodsmen carried a Kit Gun. A light weight, .22LR revolver can handle a variety of needs very reliably. I live in CO and every year I renew my combination fishing/small game license. I don't think a game warden would hassle someone in a genuine emergency for taking subsistence game, but just in case. Also, that license pays towards search and rescue. Not a bad deal.

[@FellsApprentice]

I took my grayl with me on my last serious camping trip and it is invaluable for quickly filling all my water needs. 32oz Pathfinder bottle, 40oz kleen canteen, and the grayl itself filled and safe to drink in less than five minutes. It's fantastic.

[@maxcorder2211]

One device for stopping bleeding and another for starting bleeding if necessary.

[@darlenemcgarrity9150]

I had a sawyer filter when I hiked the Appalachian Trail and it was the best thing ever. I drank so much fresh spring water!

[@GUARDIAN.13]

Along with the tourniquet id say to keep some blood clot guaze as well, certain areas cant take a tourniquet but you can pack the wound with gauze

[@coydog6665]

Finally! I don’t need to buy anything, I already have it! Good video!!!

[@BIGBABYOSO]

Thank you Dave please don’t ever stop these videos. 😊

[@sirkai007]

For those who can't or won't take the handgun, bear spray is probably the next best option to a gun. Dave I'm 100% with you on carrying a gun if you are able to do so.

[@richstone2627]

Some old ham radio Fudd will have a conniption if you use his repeater emergency or not. Good video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and time.

[@houseofstylz]

Dave, much respect for all the great content over the years. This vid feels like Pathfinder spilling a bit into urban/suburban survival…seems legit to me and I appreciate it.

[@saritaford3667]

Dave, I love how you always give multiple examples of how things can be done. Really, the best is to play around with your own set up and keep an open mind for new/better ways to play in the dirt! Thanks Dave!!!!!

[@CcKastner]

Thanks for another great video! Glad you’re telling folks about the importance of carrying a firearm. I work in LE and there are plenty of concerns, two and four legged.

[@mando_in_black5068]

This is awesome. I have followed Dave for a while (since his dual survival days) and fallow his 10 Cs pretty religiously. For the past 2 or so years I've add 5 more Cs to up the list to 15 as my own preference and when teach others. Seeing him talk about 4 of them is a confidence boost and reassurance of my knowledge. 5 additional Cs (Clean water, Comms, Care-first aid, Combat/Catch, Consumables/Calories). I will admit I also replaced the Canvas needle with Combination tool. The canvas needle is now a part of the cotton category as cotton and repair. I think everybody doubts themselves every so often but seeing him reinforce what I do is pretty awesome. Lol oh and I also practice the two is one, one is none, three is best.

[@HuntCreekBushcraft]

As a middle aged woman, I am an absolute believer in carrying a handgun for personal protection; regardless of the setting. Because, like air, stupid and evil are everywhere. I bought a Pathfinder Scout Pack when they came out. And I soon realized that the underside zipper compartment that houses the integral rain cover also serves well as a conceal carry pocket. In fact, with just a little practice I can now access my .380 in a seamless fashion with the pack fully strapped on. And I like that feature a lot. 👍

[@casualpreparedness2347]

Hello from the Gulf Coast of Alabama. It’s good to hear from you again. 💯👍👍😎

[@BIGBABYOSO]

Dave you have been the man since back in 09 when I first seen you and you are still the man Dave.

[@victorchinchillvas]

The best tourniquet, water filter, coms, etc., are the ones you carry. Great video, man.🙏🏽🤘🏽

[@randybradley7427]

Great video totally agree. Water filter is very important and a gun always useful. You don't always have to shoot but when needed very useful.

[@thomasbarrett8861]

Hi Dave. I was raised around fishing/hunting parents. So having a pistol or shotgun along was/is part of my normal gear. And I've been in and seen enough situations where a warning shot saves harm to both sides. You keep up the great work!! And stay safe.

[@tinolamartini]

Another reason why am a top fan! Thanks David. Filipino prepper here!

[@howdydavis9016]

YOU ARE SO RIGHT ON THIS- I NEVER FOUND A DO ALL FILTER. THIS SHED THE LIGHT ON A LOT GOOD IDEAS. THANK YOU HOWDY ROCKY MTS.

[@TheRealBigEE]

Good idea on the radio. For many people that don’t know radio, satellite phone might be a good option as well. I personally like waterproof everything. Nothing worse than needing a critical device and it’s wrecked because it got wet.

[@curly__3]

The rat tourniquet is great because it can be used on a child or a dog as well as an adult. A good way to carry one is as a belt in your belt loops, even with another belt on. I'm happy you are recommending a firearm. Never go into the woods without one. Especially if you have large predators, but really, the most dangerous large predator is always man.

[@Jay_Fry]

I think the most important thing said in this video is "take what you are comfortable with ". There is an implication in that advice that means you have already used it and you feel safe with that item. This means you've used your saw before and know the blade is for wood use and not for metal, or that some carbon filters have to be flushed in both directions before use.

[@ArmoredXJ]

Great add to the 10Cs conversations. Couldn’t agree more on these items.

[@kacythomas7436]

The radio is something I hadn't thought about, thanks for the heads up.

[@bradgill7542]

Dave, a complimentary option to your firearm...is bear spray....a bit more multipurpose potentially

[@TeutonicNordwind]

Well thought out, sound reasoning. Well presented. You da man, Dave!

[@DF4Trap]

Great points, I have to say I totally agree. Another awesome video. Thank you for sharing.

[@gud2go50]

Man Dave, I totally agree with all your recommendations! I carry all those items myself and consider them essential. I am worried about the Defy because I heard they are going out of business. In our country these days, I don’t go anywhere without some type of firearm unless it is strictly prohibited like the VA or places on base! Other than that, it is on me!😊

[@markcox1457]

Always appreciate your straight forward advice. Thank you!

[@billyk1079]

Hot Damn !! straight forward and real !! I like Freedom, Liberty, and Truth. Well said. Yaesu is next on my list.....

[@jennifersmith1907]

Thanks for another great video, Dave. I've got all that in my kit. I went with a Ruger SR22 because it pairs with my Ruger 22 takedown rifle and they can both use the same ammo.

[@Idrivthetrain]

All good points and adds. Thank you sir.

[@nimroddiaries_]

Signal stick for the win. Great antenners for HT's. Another great video sir!

[@kevinong1306]

Great advice! Several years ago, my now-wife and I hiked the Kalalau Trail on Kauai, Hawaii, which is only accessible on foot, by boat, or, in emergencies, by air. There is no cellular reception on this side of the island, and there are quite a few people, who live on the fringes of society, that have taken primitive residency, although illegal, there. I researched the trail and made sure we were prepared for all contingencies, especially since I had read a man had intentionally shoved a woman off of an overlook and she fell twenty feet, suffering injuries that required her to be airlifted out for medical attention. The suspect was apprehended six months later and eventually convicted of attempted murder. That said, I humped in a Streamlight TLR-6-equipped Glock 26 9mm with an extra magazine (concealed in a Hill People Gear kit bag), a VS-17 signal panel, a FOX40 whistle, an ACR PLB, two flashlights, a headlamp, a MSR water filter, a bunch of water purification tablets, a first aid kit, and a trauma kit with tourniquet. The PLB and one of the flashlights were equipped with strobe function for signaling at night. I made sure that every aspect was covered and wasn’t worried about redundancy. The only thing I would’ve changed is ensuring my wife had her own PLB. It wouldn’t make any sense for me to carry the only PLB if I’m the one who loses his footing on “Crawler’s Ledge” and slide the hundred or so feet into the ocean (hopefully I’d be conscious after hitting the water to deploy the PLB!). I never considered a radio though. 🤔

[@BaruchDavidGreenman]

Darn good again. You covered in depth, practical and how to.

[@SandMan2SS]

No matter when, where, or what, stay strapped or get clapped. Learn it, use it, become one with it.. #1 rule of my household, if it’s not put up in the safe, it’s got one in the chamber. Don’t be that person that isn’t chambered when carrying or keeps it in a small handgun safe next to the bed. That 1-2 seconds it takes you to rack it or 2-5 seconds to open the safe can make the difference between you walking away or them.

[@Hector-vx5yc]

Brother Dave Canterbury!! You look tired again!! Long weekend? Brother I love your channel and content!! Thank you so much for sharing!! ❤❤👍🏿👍🏿🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@taylormade9693]

Thank you for giving us information. First time watching your video. I appreciate it. Blessings.

[@NichGatton]

Always great to hear from you brother. Thanks for another great video

[@livefree2028]

Refreshing to see a recommendation for a firearm. Nice work, Dave.

[@velvanae]

Homemade Wanderlust is a hiker on KZbin who recently made a series of videos on her experience with having to be rescued (she has the Garman) It is worth a watch so you know what to expect.

[@rayzar6720]

Hi from Aussie. This is great practical info. Is it possible you could put links to some of your items.

[@kennygraves489]

Love your videos and I have learned alot quickly from you. Being in ohio myself I've been working on my bug out bag to basically copy yours. I land it was nice to see some pathfinder gear locally at fin feather fur as well. One daybi plan to take some of your classes. And hopefully practice things in advance before then.

[@keithmoore5306]

oh it's more than in the woods Dave, it's been years since i've went out the door without an iron strapped on!!!

[@Gumby1978]

Thank you for covering these items. Great advice!

[@TacticoolCraig]

I like the rat tourniquet for my outdoor gear for sure easy to pack if your not using a Molle rigged pack. I have both . Cat one is in an ifak kit for other purposes

[@haleysharp1247]

I once used my EDC tourniquet to make a brace for someone with a broken toe. They were able to walk again and continue the shift at work.

[@JosephAllen-d2e]

In a study of our national parks, animal attacks were one of the top 10 causes of death. If i remember correctly it was #7. None of the top causes were related to conventional survival scenarios or causes survival training addresses. So it seems to me that a firearm would be a great addition to any kit.

[@TheWingnut58]

For smaller wounds where a tourniquet isn't needed, but you need to stop bleeding....and I know this may sound strange to some....ground black pepper can be used as a clotting agent. And no, it doesn't burn like you might think....

[@LonnieD-jq9rt]

I guess In a way the firearm can be categorized as a signaling device

[@lewistaylor228]

All great additions. Got’em all except the radio and I’m working on that one lol

[@prado.offroad]

so wish we had the firearm option here in Australia, just the confidence aspect alone knowing my safety is in my hands.

[@paulellsworth7679]

The nice thing about the Sawyer water filter is the millions of gallons of clean water they provide at no cost to people around the world where they have no access to clean water otherwise. It also cost $50,000.00 less than the Grayl, so there is that as well! The

[@JDubbsadventure]

Good kit truly love the kit. The radio id make sure its unlocked for gmrs, 2m 70cm and preferably 220 that way your always close to a repeater the k5 plus is a good cheap radio for this

[@timetohunt1]

Great five items brother. Thanks for sharing.

[@robertepperson5111]

Hey Dave. I appreciate all your insight man and definitely try to utilize all the great knowledge! So how about doing all us guys a favor and start stocking the Aquamira Frontier Pro water filter because it’s tough to come by! Thanks Eppy 👍

[@WorldSurvivalist]

Always found it concerning how often i hear survival instructors say boiling is all you ever really need to do to be safe

[@dairygrazer]

i always keep a baler twine in my back pocket it has a million uses and is cheap or more so ''common man'' and its something i have in abundance i think it would make a fair tourniquet also dave please if you see this know that i am interested in anything you have on water purification and preparation for consumpsion your info is always great and appreciated thank you

[@jamesvickery308]

Baofeng radios can easily programmed with software called CHIRP so you can use anywhere in USA. CHIRP is also free.

[@JuanfFigueroa]

Thanks David another informative video,thanks again.

[@daegannlongstrider1293]

The rat tourniquet is ideal if you are with the cub scouts. Windlass style are awesome until you are trying to put one on a very small child's arm. The swat t and the rat tourniquets don't care how small the limb is. Thanks Dave.

[@SavageVoyageur]

Thanks Dave, great teaching as usual.

[@darrinmartin8247]

Dave is the King

[@JWoodcock]

I've never heard Dave say a whole lot about pistols, but I knew he had them 😊

[@lhorschler]

Man, clorine might taste bad compared to *some other* water purifier tablets but it is so much more stable and covers so many more water threats.

[@tomad4051]

Yes, down to earth thinking!!! Love it 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@SkipStevens]

Another great video. I like it when people introduce/reinforce the need for a firearm in the woods. It’s the old adage it’s better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. I know you’re up on communications and was wondering if you’re familiar with or have ever used one of the Quansheng UV-K6 radios and how it compares to the Baofengs? Just curious. Thanks again for your continued release of informative videos.

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Agreed! 🎉

[@scrapperstacker8629]

All great adds to consider. Thanks for the advice.

[@joeylitz7444]

God Bless and thank you for sharing information 🙏🏻

[@matthewd445]

I need something to eat lunch with but i need it to be quick. Oh a new video? This is perfect.

[@Jaden48108]

I'm sold on the Grayl- part of my basic kit. Also own a Glock 26 just like yours, which incidentally (as I'm sure you know) will run 30 round mags. Also, and this is just gee wiz information, the Glock 26 runs the minimum amount of ammo required - 12 rounds - to overcome most situations. That's according to FBI data.

[@MJFacas]

All reasonable items to have when you go out in the woods ot back country. If anyone listens to SOTG they love playing the segments of animal attacks in the wild and inevitably some expert says "This almost never happens." Stay safe, get trained, protect yourself and those around you.

[@agentp6621]

I’m curious what you know about flocculation. I have considered carrying sodium aluminum sulfate. It’s used in pickling and as an astringent for shaving. Those are the two most common sources from the grocery store. It is a mild disinfectant and slows bleeding. But it also functions as a flocculant. If you collect turbid water that simply won’t clarify. A flocculant will cause the suspended particles to settle. Removing a great deal of microbial contaminants because the microbes are often feeding on the suspended particles. They usually stay near their food source. By removing their food. You remove them. It isn’t 100% at removing all pathogens but greatly reduces them. I believe it can reduce heavy metals but I’m not certain. I’ve been looking at naturally occurring flocculants so you could utilize this as a method other methods weren’t available. I believe I found that limestone works as a flocculant but there isn’t much information about it. Is this a wrong way to view water purification?

[@SonnyCrocket-p6h]

for another 3/4 lb, you can have a 22lr conversion unit on your pocket 9mm and a silencer on it. Then you really CAN forage effectively, In 6" of water, shooting straight down (pretty much) freshwater fish, good sized ones, can be taken with a 22. Regular 22lr ammo is subsonic in a pistol barrel and if you hold the slide shut, a GOOD 22lr silencer will keep the shot from being heard more than 50 ft away, in warm wooded hills in daytime It''ll go unnoticed at 50m on a quiet, cold night, on open ground, too. You can spit and make more noise. If the "can" blocks your sights, paint the back of the can white. Keep both eyes open. one eye will see the sight alignment and the other eye will see the target. Your brain will superimpose those images and you can shoot 3" groups at 20m.. That will reliably take rabbits at that distance and squirrles and grouse half of the time. The misses, if you dont kick dirt on the animal, will normally leave them just sitting-there. If you take birds that are lower in the tree, the ones above them will never notice. It's truly amazing what a difference the silencer makes!

[@ndubstar]

I always find it’s best to get wild water from a stream or source that comes from the highest elevation such as a mountain or hill top with nothing manmade or dumped above your collection point. And running water is best not a stale swamp. That eliminates that chemical and metal poisoning.

[@ynotdeviltry5968]

I think that it should be emphasized that if you are going to carry a firearm you need to practice with it! Maybe everything else can be figured out on the go, but you need to know your gun before you need to use it.

[@shirleylake7738]

Great advice Dave 👍

[@jhill4874]

David is correct. The fire arm can be controversial. I liked the way he approached it, neither raving gun nut nor seething anti-gun adversary. There are alternatives to a fire arm. They may or may not be as effective. Also, if you are going to carry a fire arm GET TRAINING, get appropriately licensed (if necessary) and know the laws about guns.

[@robertcolby8227]

A full water 💧 lesson would be awesome!

[@ptsigas]

thanks for the information! Keep up the hard work!

[@dutchvanderbilt9969]

One thing to keep in mind with water purification tablets whatever kind you use stagger how often you use them as if you use them with too much consistency you can make yourself ill and in extreme but seldom cases cause issues with your kidneys.

[@paulramos6767]

The video I've been waiting for awesome

[@billturk3734]

I’ve been following you for a decade Dave. Can you do a video about the ham radio. Specifically the reason you changed the antenna. Pluses, minuses etc etc. thanks Dave.

[@jeffrichards5106]

Great advice, Dave. Thanks.👍🏻

[@SeniorHiker77]

I don't carry a firearm when I hikevin my local State Park. I keep a bear spray canister. If in an unfamiliar area, I will carry a hand gun. Useful tips.

[@clayjones9907]

Dave,here in Wyoming,I know of People that got a bad case of Giardea,Beaver Fly,even though they Boiled there water,for 15 Minutes.They did not understand that at 7,000 Ft. Elevation water boils much lower than 212 degrees fahrenheit.Low enough bacteria can survive.That Giardia they got required Hospitalization.FireArms all the Way back to 1700's,was a necessity,Area of the Country deems what you need.Some years ago a friend of mine and his buddy were scouting mule deer in late August.They had shut their 4 Wheeler s off and were looking at some Miles and all of a Sudden they took off.And they looked at each other and said we did not spook those Deer,What spooked them? His buddy looked behind them and coming at them with his belly on the Sage Brush was a Grizzly,They both had Rock Island 1911,10 Millimeter,they both shot,got lucky hit the Spine.Called Game and Fish and looked at it .That Bear had Stalked them for over several hundred Yards.Game Warden said this was a Justified Killing .Story"s not Over.Game and Fish Autopsied Bear,and THAT Bear had Human Remains in it!!! We have a lot of young folks,who come to Mtn States in Summer w/ Friends or alone go backpacking do not check in with anybody and they disappear.I have talked to a lot of these young Kids about necessity of having a Firearm,but these Kids have been Poisoned and Inculcated with Hatred and Distrust of Baby Boomers,Few,very Few,half a handful will listen to you.The Rest blow you off.Point is THAT GRIZZLY,once it had eaten a Human, deliberately sought out humans as a food source again.Low Budget choice TAURUS 5 Shot .44 Magnum Revolver. Here in Mt.States.Idaho Montana Wyoming Colorado Utah New Mexico.Grizz are Showing up Every Where evwn in Laramie Range of Wyoming,85 Miles from Nebraska Line.Colorado has a lot more Grizzlies than the public has a Clue about.

[@ArmoredXJ]

Great additions!

[@dianatoo940]

Great video. Thanks! 👍

[@james_lessick892]

Great advice I totally agree with. Thanks