In Loving Memory of our Friend and Mentor Mors Kochanski

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

What a fantastic tribute. RIP, there will never be another Mors. He can not be replaced.

[@mrmcclung]

@Reallybigmonkey1 Thank you for putting up the link. A Good Man, sorry I never got to meet Him

[@funkyprepper]

Too true dave, a genuine one off. Red would of got on well with him

[@robertbates6057]

If a successful life mission can be measured in the amount of critical knowledge a man imparts to others, kindness and gentleness of soul and development of possibly life saving skills for many, his success is unparalleled. We are all blessed to have had this man among us.

[@scarz1951]

@@robertbates6057 Amen!

[@sticksnstonespatriot1728]

He can't be replaced.... he lives on in the minds and souls of every person who was blessed enough to have met him. He lives on in the people who learned his craft and teaches his craft to this day... He now lives on with you, sir. Some people TAKE from society, others contribute. This man contributed everything Thanks for the video.

[@drunkenblacklocustbushcraf2857]

Now he belongs to the ages. He will keep teaching for a hundred years easy.

[@sharonsharon2604]

Wherever Mors is now, I'm sure he sits near a warm fire, sipping tea and offering others warmth and shelter from loneliness. RIP dear passionate pioneer...

[@jimrowland6089]

I can not think of a teacher that was better at his craft than Mors Kochanski. His spirit will live on in many ways as his body rests in peace. This world is a better place because Mors was in it.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

It is a sad day for bushcrafters, campers, survivalists and nature lovers world-wide. I never did meet Mors, but I did know him, and yes, love him. I'm so sad for our loss...what a man! I'm crying as I write this...

[@prostarmansd]

I know what you mean. I'm taking his loss pretty hard for never meeting him.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

@@prostarmansd : I tried to go back and watch a video of Mors', and twice now, since I heard of his death... I teared up and just could not watch. Partially because he reminds me of my Dad, and partially because in a sense, Mors was the father of my bushcraft experiences. Just saying...

[@sosteve9113]

Same here,he inspired a lot of people all over the world I know,I live there

[@lemayelaine]

this man did save my life.. lost in the woods and fortunately had just watched his pole compass video which got me "un-lost" and out of a guaranteed hypothermia situation in the Northern Ontario bush. RIP, you legend!

[@chiphungerford]

A true leader and giant in the field you will be missed. Your legacy will live on in each of your students and all those you have shared your knowledge with so generously.

[@Publius_Valerius]

I get the feeling that it would take most people 2 lifetimes to learn all that he learned in one. Truly a brilliant man and a great loss to all when he passed. We are blessed that he lived in a time when he had so many ways to preserve his knowledge.

[@shilohkid4909]

I learned a lot from watching his videos. Rest In Peace Sir.

[@281covfefe5]

RIP SIR Mors Kochanski Legend

[@ctmasonry4222]

Very special man. Thank you for sharing.

[@fizzlebug]

Rest easy, old Mors! Your contribution to the outdoors world was immense and will always be unparallelled. Get the coffee brewing 'til we join you!

[@QuantumMech_88]

Mors is fondly remembered from the old Rabbit Stick get togethers and seminars . There are autographed books on my bookshelf and I have 2 cassette tapes of Mors , Chris Janowski and Ron hood talking about making cordage and baskets . Thank you Mr. Kochanski ... from back in 1982 .

[@HelgatheHorriblez]

My heart breaks. He was such a gem. His knowledge and dedication has saved countless lives. My condolences to his family. He have truly lost an icon and this loss leaves such a whole in the survivalist/SAR/wilderness community.

[@survivewithout]

I couldn't imagine how hard it would have been to put this video together. thank you

[@1klouisek]

Rest in Peace as you hike in Heaven, Mors. You are missed.

[@gregpenny4384]

To a wonderful man, who gave of himself so much, was such a privilege to meet you, you will be missed forever.

[@TheMetastoic]

A character like no other, that Mors. The wilderness weeps and we with her.

[@lancelenoir2875]

A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Please accept my condolences, he will not be forgotten.

[@dbg0206091]

I wonder how many lives he's saved over the years through his efforts and dissemination of his teachings... I hope he was peace at the end of such an admirable life.

[@prostarmansd]

Rest in peace Mors. I've learned a lot from you and we all will continue to. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you've shared. My deepest condolences to your family and friends.

[@TrailTrek]

Dam this has ruined my day, even when ive watched 5 mins of him having a chat he has a distilled knowledge that i cant image anyone coming close to. Very sad to hear this and my sincere condolences to his family and friends..

[@ravenoutdoors8623]

Sometimes it's hard to put into words how you feel. I never met him , but have read and watched as much as I could from him. He taught me a lot and the loss will stick with me for a long while. Thank you for everything

[@Ddabig40mac]

A rare man who not only knew the what and how, but sought out and tested the answers to why.

[@furkids4ever]

Wow ... easy to see why this giant of a man was so loved & respected. Prayers are with the family. What a sad day for all.

[@curmudgeonlydwarf1113]

God bless and keep you such a great teacher.

[@descattysBushcraftbydescattys]

What a wonderful video to a wonderful man. RIP Mors 🙏

[@danwestonappliedword]

It is not possible to estimate the value of Mors' teaching through his videos, books and articles. He embodied what it was to be a great teacher. His style was authoritative without being arrogant or overbearing. He spared nothing when it came to details, and thus never glossed over something in order to make the video slicker or more polished. His curiosity and willingness to teach and learn new ways of doing something was never ending. He would as readily recommend a $12 Mora as he would a $200 Skookum, or a coffee can with a wire handle as he would a high end steel pot. In other words: he looked out for everybody. Like all of the great ones, he will never be replaced. Thankfully, he left us a huge legacy behind in terms of instruction. God bless you Mors; may you forever enjoy the great Boreal wilderness in the next life!

[@user-8fna3m0ga]

Great teacher. Would never sell his passion for money.

[@richardmacyczko1580]

There truly is immortality because More's impact on the bushcraft world and the people he touched will be handed down for generations. There isn't a day camping that I don't do something that I've learned from Mr. Kochanski or one of his followers. I know it's beautiful where he is going. Enjoy More Kochanski, you deserve it, and thank you.

[@rosarubea99]

Wow! What a man! I love him for all he has taught us. I love him for his way of being him. Although I never met him, getting to see him in so many videos makes me feel like I lost a best friend. Rest in peace, kind sir.

[@tHeWrAtHoFtHeWoLf]

One of the wisest, well spoken, concise, and knowledgeable people in the bushcraft community. Losing Mors is like losing a grandfather, calmly passing down his infinite knowledge accumulated over a lifetime to those who would sit and listen. He's left behind a legacy that spans not only his lifetime, but the lifetimes of all he has taught and those who will learn from his students. To me, he was one of the brightest sparks in this community, and there's no other mentor like Mr. Mors Kochanski. This man is kept alive by the techniques that he has passed down, and that is something intangible and legendary. Rest in peace, Mors Kochanski. Thank you for taking the time to share what you know to all who could benefit.

[@GabeMacDonnell]

I learned so much from Mors, not just about bushcraft, but about creativity, self-reliance, nature, and respect for all living things. He was a wonderful man and teacher, and the world was lucky to have him in it.

[@duncandixon4202]

More is a great Canadian and a cherished person. I will miss him each day I enter the forest, but I will smile with the knowledge that I owe a lot of my skills to him. What a great man.

[@3nertia]

R.I.P. another treasure! You will be missed Mors! My thoughts and love go out to his family and closest friends

[@north61]

I am devastated. Somehow I thought I'd see Mors again. He was a great teacher, mentor and friend. He had an amazing impact on my students. I am so glad we met up in Inuvik (2:00) It was a great visit and I can't believe that we all ran out of time with this great and generous man!

[@jonathanskoreyko4855]

I've learned so much from Mors through his books and videos. It's really sad to see him go. RIP

[@survledg]

A real legend and a huge inspiration. RIP sir.

[@saw_studios]

You taught me more than you know... the more knowledge you have, the less you have to carry... that works in life as well, Thank you, Sir! God Bless

[@NomadicWoodsman]

A great man. Thanks for sharing ! Rip Mors !

[@jamesortiz5388]

It was an honor to be instructed by you. Rest in peace bro

[@bentoutofshape6319]

Truly a great teacher! And will be missed greatly!

[@jotade2098]

Thanks for the Tribute. Rest In Peace, Mors. You have my deepest admiration.

[@johnd5244]

Thank you for sharing with us! Now he is looking down watching us!🙏🏻

[@eeaaahhj]

Rest In Peace Sir. Thank you for sharing Mors' teachings with all of us via this KZbin channel.

[@preape]

Rest in peace Sir! When I started my backpacking, backcountry excursions. I came here for advice. I learned a lot. You will be missed, but never forgotten.

[@WannabeBushcrafter]

RIP Mors....reading your book was what first stoked my interest in Bushcraft. Thank you for making this world a better place. 😥

[@mikeboone4425]

A true adventurer and instructor . God bless .

[@harvestblades]

I haven't been online much the last few weeks so this is the first I am hearing of this. I first learned of Mors back in '99. Since then despite never having the chance to meet him, I have greatly enjoyed his writings, DVDs & KZbin videos. He has become the most influential Wilderness living & survival instructor in my life, and much of what I have learned to him I have shared with youth as well as my own children.Though he has left us he will not be forgotten. Thank you for putting together this video of memories, and to those of you who have lost a dear friend, or mentor I hope knowing the great impact he has had on so many lives has helped you find solace with the departure of this legend. God speed Mors & my prayers for those he has left behind.

[@HuckleberryBastion]

Northern Bushcraft was one of the very first bushcraft books I read years ago, and still reference. Thank you Mors for sharing your knowledge and passion with generations.

[@bkreed27]

I was privileged to meet Mors at the Karamat Winter Course in Feb 2012. I already knew he was a legend but the depth of his knowledge was amazing. Great story teller, great educator. Definitely one of a kind. We'll miss him.

[@macattacka2862]

I'm saddened to hear about Mors' passing. He lived an amazing life, and his skills and knowledge will inspire countless future generations. He's taken his place in history as one of the 'greats' of bushcraft wilderness living instructors. My father died in my arms this year on halloween, so this year has taken so much from me personally already. There are very dark times ahead, it truly feels like the End of Days is here. Live every day to the fullest anyway, we all have less time than we think. God Bless Mors, and the Karamat family. Hang in there Kelly.

[@richardchartrand5340]

Only the vessel is dead the soul is eternal, thanks for making these videos, I work a 70 hour week and I could never be blessed enough to get time to go to KaramatWW, but I have learned so much by these videos, I am forever grateful.

[@Karamat]

We are glad you are enjoying the videos.

[@freddrijfhout3271]

God bless and RIP, Mors!

[@thewanderingheathen]

I am so saddened to hear of this loss to the bushcraft and survival community. This man was 90% of the inspiration for me to begin my bushcraft journey. His skills and knowledge were the epitome of expertise

[@guycordle9038]

Rest In Peace good sir! Thank you for all you taught us

[@garys_shave]

Just finding out now Dec 18th. RIP Mors, you put Canadiana bushcraft on the map and helped so many to become better in the great outdoors. Sincerely a fellow Canuck and bushcraft learner.

[@nacholibre1962]

Apart from his wealth of knowledge and seemingly boundless skill, he was a humble, patient, and very accommodating man. So many have benefitted from his wisdom over the decades. Many more will yet. RIP Mors!

[@troymcdonald7440]

Thanks Mors, You have taught me more than you ever will know. And you’ll be teaching for generations still.

[@funkyprepper]

Man im gonna miss him loads, much respect for the godfather of survival. A true legend, i seriously hopes he gets a grand send off. Love from the uk 🇬🇧

[@madmartigan8774]

Mors Kochanski's passing is not only a great loss to his family and friends but to the Bushcraft community as a whole. I read his book "bushcraft" as a young man. It was a big reason I got into bushcraft. Unfortunately, I never had the pleasure to meet Mors. I did however follow his work over the years. It says a lot about a person when they can have such a positive affect on so many people they have never met. He will truly be missed.

[@JEEROFUKU]

«The more you know the less you carry» call Thank you for your wisdom Morris sensei!!! You always will be in my heart till I die🙏🏻♥️

[@Kryukin]

T'is a sad day indeed.... Rest in Peace Mors Kochanski, Rest in Peace.

[@TheAnonymousSword]

He has been such an influence in my bushcraft hobby, a real inspiration and a great source of information. RIP Mors, you will be missed.

[@peterkinberger9741]

Now Mors is out on a new adventure. Goodbye Mors ! Rest in Peace !

[@Returnofthecrown]

He’s one of those people you just don’t want to go. Now he’s in a whole new frontier, in God’s hands. May his passion live on through his writing and lessons and the people he’s touched. God bless. In Jesus holy name

[@natsirim499]

Rest In Peace, Sir 😇❤❤❤

[@Jerrylance-d6n]

Thank you mors 👍👍 for your teachings

[@lloydlokken]

He was a great man of knowledge, loved watching his videos, and will use that knowledge he taught me. I will remember him always.

[@DannyWalker1949]

Darn it, I always wanted to meet this Great Man. He was a Wealth of Knowledge of the Wood's. Rest in Peace my Friend🙏🏼✝

[@elmooko69]

A scholar and a gentleman!

[@WildernessRocks]

Omg I had no idea 😭

[@rtfm-inc]

Took a 3 day course from him 20 years ago and can still remember that he was a kind man, willing to impart all his knowledge with a good story or two. I still keep the little books he sold, I only keep the things I like the best. The world seems like it is a little colder with him gone. RIP Mors.

[@uncletoad1779]

Here was a teacher. When comes such another? I'm evenly sad and grateful. Rest in peace, Sir.

[@TheFillerhoff]

Thank you for all you taught us. God bless you and your family and friends.

[@brianspencer4220]

A remarkable man & pioneer.Unique! Influenced so many from nothing more than honest study & forth right presentation. His shadow is large enough to cover the world. His like is not shortly to be seen. God Bless Brian 79

[@Sierra1BushCraft]

I have no words, rest in peace Sir.

[@Hockeycoho]

My heart honestly breaks, what a gift to the world he was and how he has inspired me when I am in the woods. Rest Peacefully Mors, May GOD have his hand on your shoulder.

[@SpearsUnclaimed]

Respect for Mors. I had met him only three times but he transferred the love of the wilderness on to my life and will be with me forever. Incredible man and I hope there are others who will transfer his legacy on for generations to come.

[@gringo3009]

What a great man! Would have loved to shake his hand. RIP.

[@robertweldon7909]

Having never met this man and only seeing a few videos of him, I can still say that his passion, knowledge, and skill attained over a life time is huge and is now lost . Fortunately all of this was either passed on or preserved for eternity, where he now resides. Many think that his knowledge is little more than a useless hobby, how wrong they all are. It is because of knowledge and skills like his we all were able to advance to what we are today, and would not have done so otherwise. The world has lost a giant of a man, thankfully we have a few others to carry on in his stead. May God grant him the rest and peace he has so justly earned.

[@bearcatfierce5989]

Well done 👍Thanks for sharing and keeping his knowledge alive in this platform 😊 RIP Mors ,the master woodsman💯❤️

[@tobaccoroadadventures]

The Godfather of Bushcraft! Thanks for the great video!

[@randythomas3478]

Mors (Morris) I learned a great deal of survival techniques from you. Skills, in fact, that I carry with me always. Thank you sir!

[@highbrownboots]

Thank you for creating and sharing this wonderful tribute to Mors. Your channel has done a lot to further his love of bushcraft.

[@mannihh5274]

"In the wintertime you'll need a pile of firewood you can hide a pickup-truck behind every 24 hours. If you don't believe me, I GIVE A SHIT, because it's not me who will be freezing." Great guy, RIP Sir.

[@seanmcbride3899]

Loved by many. Goodbye my friend. Your kindness and generousity will be long remembered.

[@richardtremblay2523]

A huge loss very thankful for all the great videos. The more you know the less you carry. Enough said.

[@spfb]

The man the myth the legend.. You will be greatly missed. Thank you for sharing some of your knowledge. Rest in peace my friend.

[@JoeDeerRunner]

A great man has passed, the world has lost a library of knowledge

[@HarryLowry]

All i can say is simply thank you 🫡...

[@rhodes870]

Rest in Peace Mors. Your teachings will live on. Great video tribute!

[@bladerunner1131]

I'm deeply saddened that he's gone, I would've liked to have met Mors, but we should all be extremely grateful at the knowledge he left behind for the world, and his memory will forever live through that knowledge. Thank You Mors Kochanski.

[@theamazingfreak]

What a wonderful tribute. Thank you. And thank you especially to Mors. Rest in peace my un-met friend.

[@snowtrekker7]

A profound loss. Both to me personally, and to the primitive skills and bushcraft communities at large. I remember a man both wise and humourous. A man of knowledge, both deep and wide. He lived his life's purpose. I miss him deeply.

[@Scotland_my]

Fantastic tribute. A truly incredible man. 👍

[@randyrc58]

Absolutely beautiful. A gem of a human being. An inspiration to all. Definitely left his mark. R.I.P. Mr Kochanski.

[@survivalcomms]

Without a doubt his passing is a loss to the world. May he rest in peace and thank you for putting this together and sharing.

[@wcropp1]

“Northern Bushcraft” is a resource I will return to throughout my life-there will always be a copy on my bookshelf. Thank you, Mors, for showing us how it’s done. Rest In Peace, friend-we will keep the fire going 👍

[@BL-rb7jm]

Need more people like this in the world who are kind-hearted and caring

[@Veldvaardigheden]

Thanks Mors for all the things you have teached us. You will live further in everyone who has learned something from you in the form of your shared knowledge.