How to be comfortable while homeless Part3 - Video 1- Food and Cooking

In this video I show everyone how easy it is to fasion a makeshift, yet fully functional,Ihomeless stove.
These are the 2 that I stuck by when I couldn't yet afford a propane stove myself. They are easy to carry, easy to replicate should something happen to it. Also most importantly they give off almost no profile.
No big roaring glow from a campfire.
No huge plume of smoke to follow right smack to the middle of your camp.
And best of all besides the Acetone. They are 100% Free to make.
A good homecooked (relative term) meal is not far away for anyone. the only real issue is getting cookware. such as a pan and skillet.
Though as I said those can be bought from goodwill for under 5 dollars. As well as donated from a food bank or church.
Enjoy your meals everyone. No reason you cant have a good homecooked meal at least once a day. Does wonders knowing you can cook anything you want.
Go back to making that morning cup of coffee. :)

[@dick-parker]

For anyone watching these videos I hope you’re doing good.

[@dan07chef]

I hope you are well too

[@MrStanwillis]

I'm 75, I am proud younger people are teaching the basics of life survival short term or long term if required. Thank you😊😊😊

[@jabohabo3821]

Absolutely sure, I have a new one out on practical ways to stay warm and the second part will include generating warmth without electricity or gas depending on the situation

[@MadMike-mf2gy]

Homeless is a matter of opinion if I have a tarp and a blanket I have a home survival is basic food water shelter anything else is a luxury

[@MadMike-mf2gy]

Everyone your age should know all the basics but people born after the early 90s are basically clueless for the most part

[@jabohabo3821]

@MadMike-mf2gy it truly and utterly depends on how someone came up. Early 90s myself, and I can tell you that it depends on how someone was raised and what hardships they had to overcome. Don't judge people so readily and so harshly. I've met pleanty of people a bit younger than me who have alot of knowledge. God bless

[@shaniecegullison]

Thank you for giving me hope and showing me that I can survive out there by myself

[@jabohabo3821]

Survive, thrive, get back on your feet. In that order. If you ever have any questions, remember. Take a deep breath...and ask. It's what I'm here for

[@shaniecegullison]

@@jabohabo3821 means alot you responded Thank you 😊 you give me hope 💪in this scary time

[@davidjacobs828]

​@@jabohabo3821your hobo stove needs CUT OUTS ON THE TOP EDGE ..this will ensure good airflow wit the pot on top ....

[@RoadDogSteve]

i believe it already does but very true..@@davidjacobs828

[@jabohabo3821]

@@shaniecegullison I truly hope that your doing well. Or at least better and on your way

[@kelkel3883]

Right now I'm making an emergency bag in case I ever find myself w/o a place to stay. Your information is extremely valuable. So glad I found your channel.

[@ryang1834]

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[@FullTimeRCer]

Thank you so much for sharing your story and experiences. I have a feeling alot more people are going to need this information in the near future. I constantly warn my Son to be ready to be self sufficient.

[@jabohabo3821]

I'm more than happy to help. I can only pray to christ that it helps some people. I will be putting out a video on keeping warm in most any situation people fond themselves in. Whether that be makeshift tarp shelters or vehicle (running your vehicle for constant warmth is insanely expensive)

[@canadafree2087]

I have several quality multi-tools, they (along with any Swiss Army knives) would be one of the first things to hide if homeless. Endless stoves from trash with the use of a multi-tool plus the pliers help you lift other cans (used as pots) or to move the stove itself. I prefer to leave the bottom on a can to leave as less proof of having a fire as I can. For a super strong stove YT Ikea utensil holder, you can buy nock-offs at dollar stores. I have many alcohol and never needed a penny, but I do have one I didn't make that has a butterfly screw in the centre which serves the same purpose as a penny. An alcohol stove can be as simple as a cat wood can with holes punched into it; there are better designs but the best is the one you can make with the tools you have on you.

[@user-ci2mn1oy3w]

there's plenty non-cook shelf-stable, foods, man, Protein bars, jerky, flour tortillas, nut butters, jellies, salad dressing (in packets) powdered milk, Koolaid, granola, candy bars, hard candies., chips, pastries. All you have to do is look around. Cooking is a pita. If it's cold, salads can be on the menu too.

[@jabohabo3821]

Absolutely! But of your the only one supplying your food then a hot meal is absolutely essential. Mood and perspective boost. Also helps the immune system. And during the winter it's a necessity without argument. Can you live off cold food? Ofcourse! But if it can be avoided with a handful of sticks and a tin can with a goodwill frying pan. Then I'd choose to cook

[@user-ci2mn1oy3w]

@@jabohabo3821 if you're homeless, you need to get where you can panhandle with reasonable success, work odd jobs off of craigslist and facebook, sell your plasma for $80 per week, get $6000 worth of pell grants and $12,000 worth of student loans per year, find an old, usable car for sub $500, have a bicycle, etc. You are doing things the HARD way. and it's unnecessary, likely to result in illness. If all you're doing is heating stuff up, you can do that in the convenience store microwave.

[@bluegrassoutdoors]

Maple is a great wood to cook with. Glad to see you displaying ways to help someone who is without a home. You can also let your wood burn down to coals and set your pan or pot right on top of them if need be. Good display of helpful tips!

[@drleo6409]

I bought a single burner butane burner at Walmart for $18. 20:37 2 green butane bottles for $10. Each bottle cooks / heats 6 or 7 meals wood stove is a good backup.

[@jabohabo3821]

Well said absolutely. But propane ends up being a tad expensive for most people. I'll be retouching on cooking while on the streets very soon

[@tinsoldier5621]

Nice. In my soda can stoves I put the crimped end on top going downwards inside the base I also like the holes before cutting the can I find that easier to do as for fuel i use 70 percent rubbing alcohol. bigger bottle and burns well. Have yet to try acetone. Thanks for the information

[@MrEasyaspie]

Thanks for taking the time out ur day to make these videos. Gunna be homeless in Portland Oregon soon. Looking forward to your tips for staying warm... Gunna buy a tent soon prepping only have 50 dollars left for supplies I've got a backpack, 4 of the thin silver emergency tarps and a first aid kit. So far I've learned hot bottles of water work under the covers for sleeping, but I think portable hand warmers would work better.

[@overcomer1921]

What is your update?

[@rayleyderman7671]

update please

[@theartofwanderlust]

I spent a number of years in the Infantry in Canada, if you boil water put it in a nalgene bottle, stuff it in a wool sock and put it at the bottom of your sleeping bag, will keep you warm even in winter conditions.

[@historicaltrekking]

Good one, very basic, just what is needed. Well done my friend. Regards, Keith.

[@andrewrobertson3894]

This series is actually a very valuable educaational video. I haven't used a hobo stove before but maybe 4-6 holes punched around the top an inch below the lip would prevent the fire from suffocating when covered?

[@jabohabo3821]

Absolutely would you're right. I could have refined it for sure, but I have quite the list of things I want to get out to people to help as many as I can. Everyone is welcome to improve on the information I present though. I don't do it for popularity. If someone improves on it then FANTASTIC. That's the big picture after all. Grace and faith be with you and may christ guide your way my friend.

[@chrisnott1970]

For the alcohol stove, if you live in a city that sailboats often visit, you can pick up Methyl Hydrate in 2 pint plastic bottles in a marine supply store. You might also find it in a hardware store in other places too. This is methyl alcohol just under a different name so people don't try to drink it. You should get many, many burns out of a < $10 bottle.

[@jabohabo3821]

Yes very true but many people don't realize that what you use as your heat source matters. Certain chemicals or other alchohols leave a toxic layer of chemicals on both the pot, pan and the food.

[@theartofwanderlust]

You will find it in any automotive store as well

[@t17ee10]

Thanks man 😢

[@jabohabo3821]

No problem. I'm trying to come back and put out more videos.

[@techc760]

Thank you for these videos

[@jabohabo3821]

Absolutely!! I have a new video out and it is the first of many! I'll be retouching on Previous videos and redoing a fair number of them.

[@Crodmog83]

Hope things are going great for ya man

[@jabohabo3821]

I got off the streets in 2018. I'm making these videos to help others. I praise jesus for the trials he out me through in order that I'd learn.

[@user-ci2mn1oy3w]

I lived in a van for 3 years straight and never once cooked a meal in it. I'd eat free lunch at a church free supper at the SA mission, and breakfast was cooked in a microwave at the 24-7 convenience store. If you're in college to get the loans and grants, there's a fridge and nuke oven in at least one building, probably where most of the faculty have their offices.

[@jabohabo3821]

"If" your in college. And depending where people are there isn't always daily meals at every church. So the capacity to cook a meal is absolutely crucial. Especially considering you run on THEIR schedule when you rely on them for every meal. Also its mainly for those without the option if family, school, friends etc etc etc, that I make these videos. Though they are fantastic suggestions if you're in a pinch

[@user-ci2mn1oy3w]

@@jabohabo3821 The SA mission ALWAYS serves supper. The convenience store is ALWAYS open and they have a microwave. You're not going to die if you eat NOTHING for 2 weeks straight. The world record for a fast is 13 MONTHS, bro. A 450 lb man went down to 180 lbs. Google it. Too many people think they'll die if they miss 2 meals in a row. Get over it. I eat cold cereal for breakfast, every day and have done so all of my life. Use powdered milk, that's all

[@melodymcminn4107]

will keep you fed and warm :) \

[@yourmomhappyhr]

Looking for tips and tricks to being homeless

[@jabohabo3821]

Well sadly that isn't what these are. I help people see homelessness as a process not a final destination. If you want fun neat tricks this os not the channel for you.

[@PatriciaRMouser]

hi can i use a solar water heater? the size of a personal thurmas

[@jabohabo3821]

To heat up water? Ofcourse. It will take far longer to actually heat up anything mind you. Things such as quick rice or noodles of some sort would take ok to it. But I'd recommend dehydrated potatoes coupled with a can of some sort of bean. For protein. It was my go to for many many many a meal

[@jadec7722]

What about people seeing the smoke and burning in an open area?

[@reviewsoffameds3013]

what kind pf trees carry pine sap? thank you. located in southern california

[@-whackd]

Pine tree

[@jabohabo3821]

For you.(all have tue second name as Pine,for reference sake) Ponderosa, jefferey, coulter ,lodgepole, Torrey. Just to name a few. All of which contain sap.

[@strawberry4079]

What about using the grills at the parks

[@TwistedRootsMelody]

You have to have a bag of charcoal for that. Not very practical. Expensive, heavy and bulky to carry

[@jabohabo3821]

Not necessarily. As long as you have the right wood you can cook with wood as well. Also making your own charcoal is as easy as burying the right wood under a mound of dirt with an opening at the top and 4 around the bottom about 3 fingers in width. and setting a small fire over a top opening. And once you see the glow in the bottom just cover the holes with more dirt or preferably mud. Once the mound is cooled then you know it's done. Boom homemade charcoal.

[@jabohabo3821]

By right wood I mean non poisonous. Oak, ash cedar etc. Non resinous. And non poisonous as well. Look for a list of non poisonous woods in your area

[@drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438]

I basically use my knife, and a stick, maybe my hatchet, to dig a minnesota fire hole and thetes no smoke or flames visible, cooks better without coals and hotter

[@jabohabo3821]

Absolutely it does yes. And not to mention if your a bit crafty you can bake with a Dakota fireplace too. Easy

[@jabohabo3821]

Nothing quite like worrying about the next storm one minute and eating an entire baked chicken the next

[@tinsoldier5621]

Does the nail polish burn better than 70% rubbing alcohol?

[@jabohabo3821]

Burns a bit slower. However rubbing alchohol burns cleaner. It's dealers choice on fuel

[@jabohabo3821]

Until you get propane

[@yourmomhappyhr]

@@jabohabo3821 this is great stuff where would you choose to be homeless like what state

[@shaniecegullison]

Get it boiling because I want to know I can do this please

[@jabohabo3821]

Wind is a huge factor when it comes to cooking with fuels such as alchohol or acetone. Not as much oomf behind the flame. If you can I recommend a small propane stove. However these are just a few options for cooking on a budget.

[@shaniecegullison]

@@jabohabo3821 thank you so much

[@shaniecegullison]

@@jabohabo3821 thank you so much

[@shaniecegullison]

@@jabohabo3821 I may try this with a bigger can?? Lol