I Bushcrafted A Crossbow from Deadwood And My Old Bow

Greg sets out into the Canadian wilderness with an idea he's had since his first time on History's Alone... Turning his regular recurve bow into an EPIC bushcraft crossbow!
Greg is a self-taught survivalist from Canal Flats, British Colombia, who, since he was a boy, has read nearly every book on the topic. When he is not out in the wilderness, he is a professional dry-waller. He started his first bow drill fire when he was thirteen and spent the next forty years learning bushcraft and studying plants and edibles. He has even developed some of his own survival techniques and is a skilled hunter with both a bow and a slingshot.
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Nothing better than seeing a Greg Ovens video posted !! Just made my Friday night

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Greg is a legend

[@benkeys3320]

Yep

[@jerrytalley802]

I love it Greg, “if you don’t like it, watch it anyway”, priceless

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Yay, a new episode of Old Canadian hippy does cool stuff in the woods. Greg is an OG bushcrafter, he was doing this stuff before it was popular.

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OG znaczy one great ?

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​@@adamosantonio1499 og stands for original gangster

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@@ryanmiller5535 and sometimes it means just "original"

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@@beatnik6806No it doesn’t

[@patscnr]

I have never been a rich man so there have been a lot of times that I wouldn't have money for something I needed, so I would build it. To this day I still build and I am 71 years young. That"s how I became a metal artist. So I love the videos you do on Bushcraft. I consider anyone that can build for their own needs a self made engineer. You are an awesome teacher my friend.

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I don’t know why Greg isn’t over by 1m subscribers. By far my favourite bush rafter on KZbin.

[@MesquiteMan]

Cause a lot of people are ignorant

[@summittaedae2323]

@@MesquiteMan won’t find a more informed bushcrafting Chanel that does real life scenarios than Greg’s. Everyone else does short videos on one thing. Joe robinets good but not as good.

[@lindaopperthauser2284]

My Dad knew wild asparagus. We would be cruising down I75 and he would pull over and have me jump out of the car and go pick it!! Sure wish he was still here to do it!!💚

[@jordanowen9079]

Very happy to see Greg ovens tonight made my day better

[@threecircles]

Greg Ovens is pure rock n roll.

[@ainsleypattison8489]

Prop's to the True Canadian Outdoorsman, Love watching and learning, keep it up Greg,THANKS EH.

[@wallytidwell1439]

I think it's great Greg that you're helping the community as well.

[@billg7101]

You have an Amazing Heart and great attitude. So happy to hear and see there are still good hearted people in this hurtful broken world

[@Jordo1981]

Greg ever since I found ur channel I'm a big fan!! So cool you're a great man with so much wisdom and knowledge to share.. thank you Greg... jordan from north east Scotland.. ❤

[@clayguinard3651]

The idea that you're coming so close to that Bullseye. You get a great job building this.

[@thomp9054]

1:58 that birds all like, "Awe sweet! Greg's talking about plants!"

[@seanmiz6539]

Combining my love of the outdoors with medieval weapons ❤️

[@LumberjackPa]

I'm not a hunter but, being a machinist gives me an appreciation for fabrication and engineering. This was very interesting to me. Thanks for sharing.

[@bigmandingo123]

Greg .. you have helped me through my struggles and toughest times in my life . I thank you for that and I will always appreciate you my brother

[@finfish260]

I'm a little late to this party but I'll comment anyway - I was camping in the backwoods of North Central Idaho and there's no internet here. Summer comes late up here and the temperature dropped below freezing most mornings. Anyway Greg, I always learn a lot about trigger mechanisms from you. The deer still haven't lost their winter coat up here and they don't seem to have any fear of humans. They come into camp every morning and evening at the same time - they seem to be coming down to drink from the creek. Then they'll stand and eat or play just a few yards from my fire with their ears turned down - indicates they sense no danger. They just stand there looking at me. One evening, one of them woke me up - she was licking the sidewall of my tent. Gosh knows what she tasted on it - salt maybe. Oh yeah - there's lots of ticks here. I like seeing the deer around because it indicates there's no bears around. Don't you just love being out in the woods and away from all that concrete!

[@jasonfortin7338]

Greg ovens just made first place at the Provincial Science Fair. Great Job Mr. Ovens!!!!!!

[@danielsacco3103]

This might be the best survival tool you’ve made yet! Awesome awesome work!!

[@tamonettX500]

That's a lot of work, I'm impressed :) I couldn't see it when you picked up the branch but wow, look at it now :)

[@TheRandomperv]

If we can make suggestions: Do something about maintaining clothing in the wilds.

[@mothysfridge2776]

All his videos are fun to watch. Cool cat even under a Mosquito attack. Hey that rhymes 🤪

[@michaelcox609]

I love the concept Greg. I think if you center the bow down your stock your shot will be more on line instead of to the right so far. I think I'll try to make one with mine. Keep up the great videos.

[@grummus7192]

Throwing an idea out there, I bought 2 pull knives for pulling bark/level planes and curved planes. I think there is a lot of use in them. Just like having a small wood chisel. Saves energy and time= life saver. Rather not make so many mistakes with just a knife and hatchet, but still doable. Awesome Job! I really enjoy woodwork. More branches in small area of wood= strength (for handles or wooden mallet for example).

[@Williamleo71]

Your videos are always awesome! Thank you. Not only are they fun to watch,I usually learn something from each video.

[@user-vd3rh1nr2v]

Love the idea but enjoy being able to actually watch you do these projects in person

[@donaldhofman5257]

Awesome!!! I had the same idea but we can't hunt with a bow lock unless you're handicapped here!!

[@mama_duck_on_the_lake7510]

Fun project Greg! Great watching your handiwork!

[@carstenbiebricher9619]

15:55 Greg: "Chicken, ... kind of reminds me of frog legs." 🤣 this is a nice one!

[@Mindartcreativity]

28:20 perfect focus switch 😀 Man, what a cool build and idea! You always come up with cool stuff. I hope you'll show the crossbow in some real action some time. Stay safe, Greg!

[@BlockBlockas]

Look at all that wood 🪵 those trees 🌳 are so beautiful.

[@getfedup]

Greg and his friends are the kindest and most wholesome guys on KZbin, what great guys and what an adventure it would be to spend a weekend with these guys out there surviving off the land that our creator made for us, God Bless you guys and keep doing what you do!

[@RMCatchNFish]

Thanks for the uploads Greg. Tried your gravity log fire setup. Didn’t work but was a blast trying. I’ll try this next.

[@your_eulogy2688]

Had no idea Greg was on Alone AND had no idea Zach Fowler was either let alone both on the same season. Found something new to watch

[@NChillbilly]

Not to mention Zach won that season.

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What's up with the spammer "Grey_Ovens" trying to capitalize off your channel? Offering free prizes.

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@@NChillbilly spoilers!

[@beverly1132]

Another great lesson and video. Thank you Greg Ovens!

[@luke5947]

Amazing craftsmanship 😂 fun times ✌️

[@lexamehrtens2113]

Hi Greg I love your caring for nature and passion for others its really melts my heart. You are a beautiful soul God Blessed us.

[@Jewel-leah]

That's amazing! You are so crafty! Very inspirational!

[@graemesaunderson4218]

Great idea .Love the trigger mechanism .Well done Greg.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

The trigger mechanism with its fork was an unexpected touch.🙂

[@graemesaunderson4218]

@@jamesellsworth9673 Indeed it was .Very clever idea .

[@Waffleboy881]

Sick 🔥 , do more of these love your videos

[@Bahman.H207]

All of you videos are awesome Greg! I’m always excited when I see post a new one. Thank you as always!

[@Lanny-io9bi]

Good little fire going,cold brew and Greg and fin with the entertainment!! I couldn't think of a better place to be this evening and doing and watching what I love!!

[@benkeys3320]

Great videos lots of wheels will be turning after this one!

[@philthethotdestroyer4194]

Greg's vidoes and a couple of beers are a start to my weekends

[@bc5872]

Very fun and insitefull to see. You are an true bushcraft inventor! Love your video's ❤

[@FrankCGriffin-cx4zu]

Living and surviving with bush craft knowledge.Very innovative.

[@karennewbury6430]

From the wild garden to the crossbow crossover, you had my full attention at every step. Your videos are always interesting. Have a great week Greg. 🐝

[@brianwhite5903]

Neat idea Greg, now gotta see you put it use

[@SepticFl3sh]

Gotta remember to like his videos even on a binge lol

[@Soundhound101]

Wisdom Greg. You have it and that's why I dig your channel.

[@Ron-Swanson]

The bushcraft inventor Greg Ovens!

[@johnloyd3996]

Bloody Good Design Mate!! Nice one!👍 Good trigger system on that! You should publish your trap plans in a book and crossbow ideas!

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Me and my jack Russell happy have pretty much every one of your videos... watching from Australia 🇦🇺

[@VeronicaV70]

Thank you for your video tutorials. We're similar in age and I'm ready to change the trajectory of my life in a major way. I'm studying your vids and learning a great deal. Very much appreciated. Take care, stay safe, God bless.

[@rickfordmorningstar130]

nothing like waking up to a new Ovens vid

[@robertbragg9364]

I always enjoy your fishing videos, and this is one of my favorite videos so far! I hope you're doing well and you're healthy and happy ❤🎉

[@scotty7756]

Very cool making a crossbow! Always thought it would be cool to make my own CB!! Keep it coming Greg!

[@Silvrspatz]

I never had a doubt you would figure it out 😉 your problem solving skills are really amazing! Always look forward to your videos

[@jasonwells9050]

Great video Greg you brought up a great point when you're hungry and you're tired and you're trying to hunt your focus is not going to be as good but that crossbow that you put together really takes a lot of that guesswork out of hunting with a bow good job

[@whereswendy8544]

I lived as a kid in Oyama and picked wild asparagus along the old railroad right-,of-way every spring. Then they sprayed with herbicide one year and there was none left from then on.

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

They just can't learn the bad effects of that on the environment

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I don’t mind a Greg ovens video keep them coming 🙏🏾

[@MICKMAKO13]

You never cease to amaze us mate ..love how you just keep it real and simple you are a true champion to alot of us..thank you mr ovens stay safe brother..

[@wesleysaunders6553]

Great video greg got to do a another 30 day challenge like those ones right on 🤙🤙

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Hello from British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦🖐👍🚐🌲🌳❤🖌🎨☘😝😎🐕🍁👌

[@michaeldickerman7738]

Hi Greg from Oroville California! Love your videos.. out on hip replacement and passing the time!

[@suezaple4950]

Interesting video Greg, Nice watching how you turned the bow into a cross bow , Your skills are amazing . Ontario.

[@patrickharmon9459]

Perty awesome. Looks like a valuable project to know how to do. Keep up the good work and God bless.

[@tamonettX500]

Absolutely one of my favorites :) Love your videos :)

[@anthonyphillips111]

Amazing inginuity props man. Lots of patients and determination

[@ReclusiveMountainMan]

Was a fun video to watch. Looking forward to the next one!

[@suzannemckenzie4368]

Great video again thank you Greg used to love making long bows in the Australian bush as a kid but could never make a crossbow cheers across the miles

[@markhaines3915]

Just keep doing you Greg. Awesome content…..as usual!!

[@benkeys3320]

I would use that bow vertically, it’s paper tuned that way

[@Wvbowhunter5250]

Love the cross bow my wife and I love watching your videos your truly inspiring… thank you for sharing your adventures

[@thrive2survive518]

Love it Greg! Keep it up man! Stay wild

[@johngordonhouchen1312]

you certainly should be happy Greg , great video on wood whittling and BBQ chicken

[@nicknickerson5607]

One of the best channels goin man, hope everythings going good Greg

[@normazarr3106]

Hey Greg; I have missed you man. Have you been making a longer/survival/Vid? Isn't Lamb's Quarter your Fav. Veg., like Spinache? Che'. Now,? Why do you need Hot-Water out in the Garden, /Hanging out back there!? (Shower)? I watch & wait for everything that you do! You Never Disappoint us! Always-Teaching Something New! I Truly Enjoy! Thank You & Fin! GBU.,SM.,NZ., ✌♥️😁🤗👍😎🙏🏞

[@taxalterror]

Brilliant job Greg, well done. Amazing 👍👍

[@jessecameron4973]

Awesome work. we haven't see that moose hunt yet!

[@sosteve9113]

Awesome,I did something similar with my daughter her bow. Well done

[@vincentsquicciarini9939]

Nice. You should turn it up like a bow you could see down the arrow better. Definitely a cool video

[@johnnyharperscoutstable5386]

Jeez. It was hard to watch you hammer away at that knife. Cool build.🐸🍺🔪🔥

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

That's the good thing about a good knife they can take it

[@bryanh9574]

​@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft what brand of knifes do you use thanks

[@johnnyharperscoutstable5386]

Joker knives I believe 🐸

[@nancyl3843]

I am impressed, truly. Handy and handsome yes indeed.

[@9Carbine]

Great Video Idea!!! 10/10

[@stevet6401]

Mr. Ovens! Another awesome idea and video. Thanks for all the entertainment you provide us with

[@melanieyoung8881]

Another great video, I’m sure it will be! About to start thank you 🙏 ❤

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Boy, this sure is a great channel.

[@WyattEarp2k11]

Hi Greggy. Good to see you.

[@kitsmiller2]

💥EPIC ✅️. Cheers 🍻 to Friday Night GreggvOvens👍

[@michaelnadeau3238]

Your the man greg!!! Long time fan of the channel!!

[@howardcornwell9841]

Love what you do Greg ! I'm a frustrated woodsman but in the uk everything's illegal !!!!!! 😐

[@kingrafa3938]

Bring it on!

[@johnnyharperscoutstable5386]

Sick build. Get all lord of the rings🔥

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That is so awesome, you rock man!

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He gets some good smoke.

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Just totally awesome!

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Whoa! That's cool!

[@corollaae8645]

I love the simplicity of it Greg!

[@helenmorgan1023]

I like natural looking things 🤩