INSANE COLD HITS HOT TENT. SNOW COLLAPSES TENT

When the wind is blowing in the far reaches of Canada, it can be painful, dangerous, and deadly. Luckily I have a remote wilderness tent where I am safe from extremely freezing winds. I also have a big wood stove, and a hefty sleeping bag to keep me warm when the temperatures dip below -40.
I have 2 tents up this winter. One is set up to test its durability. But after a big dump of snow, it has been crushed. It's not broken, but it tells me that the tent may not be suitable for this kind of test.
Join me for food, coffee, and a fire in the freezing sub-arctic.
My Bear Tent Videos: • -37° Extreme COLD in R...

[@davidgates1122]

"I'm not a bush crafter, I'm just a guy with a tent ". I don't know why, but that just struck me as a really great quote.

[@DDT21949]

I had the same reaction to that statement. Love watching his videos.

[@eddielittle1644]

Agree with you 100%

[@brendahogue5487]

Enjoy your videos and enjoy watching them every time they come on. May the Lord bless and protect you and your family

[@Muddcatt]

In a virtual sea of winter tent camping ,survivalist expert videos..., The greatest line ever spoken in -40 middle of goddamn nowhere,, freezing my ass off to make a video,,🥶 "I'm not a bushcrafter" I'm a guy who has a tent " .., I'm standing in front of my computer screen,, in a salute position., warm wooly socks covering my feet and hands., thank you good sir for your candid honesty

[@stoutkm]

Hi Jay, I really enjoyed the video! Thanks for taking me along. Best regards

[@kathmandoo]

Very nice. unexpected. Total cozy.

[@Groover1967]

Jay, thanks for the content. I know, I speak for many of your subscribers, especially those of us who are stuck in the suburbs and metropolitan areas. We live vicariously through your 'day trips' to the cabin. Virtually being able to escape for a few minutes means a lot.

[@dinkvjr]

Agreed

[@tamatea_]

You're not stuck there, you choose to be

[@suebrown3465]

I grew up with corn beef sandwiches. Sliced and right on the bread with mustard..mmm! And I’ve made your supper many times..quite tasty and easy to make Your knife looks nice and sharp I enjoyed this video. Knowing how cold it is and then the fire gets lit. I can imagine the comfort and coziness Well done and take care 🇨🇦❤️🔥

[@utubecustomer0099805]

Yes! Corned beef hash sandwich (with mustard!) after shoveling snow, for the win!

[@bradbuck7139]

i was in the hospital fixing my heart when this video came out im happy to say im out taking care of my health and your videos help with my recovery ty

[@roxannemyles72]

I just started watching your videos recently. Stay warm and safe. Sending you greetings from Texas

[@jasonmatias6311]

Ahhhhhh, Another episode of living vicariously through Jay! Thanks Bud

[@pambaltzer7082]

So many people split wood from the middle and not the edge. Good you know that trick. It makes it so much easier!

[@mawmawvee]

I'm glad that the canvas tent wasn't the one that collapsed! Now I can relax and enjoy your video...🥰

[@garycampbell-or8tr]

Extremely good camping, nice and peaceful

[@rae1957tn]

I’m from Florida and I love your videos and am amazed at how much snow there is and how you can survive there. Thank you for sharing with this 72 year old grandmother I’ve watched for a long time now and will continue to do so. Had to edit you can do anything we need more men like you.

[@imanslotboom6121]

Amazing video you are a hero thanks for sharing

[@colinmoore7460]

The coffee-mate would burn if thrown into the air as a cloud of dust. The same thing happens with flour, custard powder etc. (Many years ago there was an explosion in a Birds Custard Powder factory caused by a cloud of powder in the air and a spark)

[@mgc1970]

100% correct.....it needs to be "aerosolized"...the particles of the Coffee-mate suspended in the air in a "cloud".....when the Mythbusters did it, they loaded the Coffee-mate into a canon of sorts and shot a huge cloud of it into the air with compressed air, and ignited the airborne cloud resulting in a HUGE thermobaric explosion

[@stevencarroll3275]

Just wanted to say it is but you have to pour it over a flame in power form try it it burns like sparklers love your videos keep it up

[@philiphutchinson2362]

Swing the hatchet and blow spray the powder…

[@bradjones2772]

Yep. If you have an open flame and sprinkle it on, flames!

[@edsloan8535]

I had a job as a janitorial supervisor and my boss asked what I thought about bidding on cleaning a flour mill. I told him it was a bad idea as there was way too much risk of fire or explosion when kicking all of the flour dust in the air. Not to mention it would require special no spark vacuums.

[@donaldlembo1263]

I enjoy your videos. The beauty of that area is unmatched by anything. Thank You

[@joanntucker2742]

Yeah I like your hot tent, l love the scenery , thanks for sharing 👍😊

[@mikesgracie5068]

My husband and I have been watching your videos together for a while, and I finally decided to leave you a comment and tell you just how much we enjoy these videos! We usually watch them just before bed and the winter videos especially are so relaxing and calming to us. I told my husband after watching this video together tonight that the food you make in your videos makes me hungrier than any of the food KZbinrs that I watch lol! Everything (okay, maybe not the canned meats lol) looks so good!!! Thank you for sharing this part of your life with us and giving my husband and I a channel to enjoy together after a busy day 😊

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much for this comment. I'm really glad to hear that you like the channel, and I'm even happier you decided to comment. Hello to you and your husband. Jay

[@jonathanpritchett1002]

Great channel! Like the laid back , take it in stride and make it work attitude! I am 72 and still love camping, kayaking etc.

[@jimmattson1016]

We must be long lost brothers.... I was thinking you need to put ketchup on your meal... Then you said, the only thing that's missing is ketchup. So delicious. Awesome stuff Jay!!!

[@daspencer4537]

Another great video! I take that same can of corned beef and I break it all up with a fork, add a can of diced potatoes and an onion, fry it all up and it's delicious! Slap a couple of over easy eggs on top and it's a hearty meal. Stay safe and warm!

[@deanmartin9358]

amazing video a hot tent crazy cold weather did not think snow would collapse your tent thanks for sharing

[@richardthomas1743]

HEY! Hello Jay and thumbs UP!!

[@samanthadavies4367]

Hi jay I really in joy your video. It help me a lot with my mental health issues. Keep up your good work. From the U.K.

[@famasmaster2000]

Awesome video Jay. Glad I got to enjoy it by my fire sipping a hot cup of coffee. Always an adventure. Already looking forward to the next one. Lots of coffee ready to go. 😁

[@bwillan]

For that bereg popup tent, cut a sapling and place it under the center hub so it is supported against the ground. This should help prevent the roof from collapsing inwards as you showed. For your wedge and mallet splitting technique, I'd would use a dead blow hammer (plastic shell) so that you are less likely to damage the back of the hatchet or axe that you are using for the wedge.

[@liddybird3608]

Yes, the sapling idea might work very well. Especially if you're going to be gone for long periods.

[@SWAMPHUNTER644]

Take an old leather work glove and put it over the end of the support sapling. This will help protect the tent.

[@dsmith3239]

Jay, add some onions to the corned beef while it is frying. Definitely the best. Add some spicy Dijon mustard and you have a wicked sandwich in the woods. All the best.

[@diannabrooks]

Yummy dill pickles. I'd like a bit of horseradish, please.

[@peggykellar121]

Loved this video! It amazes me how the bitter cold doesn’t bother you! I love watching everything you do! Keep ‘‘em coming!

[@Disciple42]

Happy Monday! Instantly clicked this video when I saw it Jay. I'd watch your content every day if I could. :)

[@morecowbell20]

19:19 awesome idea for the time-lapse! Great video, as always. Thanks!

[@deanlindholm8663]

Love that pan shot at the 7 minute mark, beautiful up there. Loved it when I worked up there.

[@user-tn1hk6zm2freedom]

Jay, you sure are living the dream. Life doesn't get any better.

[@joeberdine4903]

I use a temporary adjustable support post for my hunting blind when I'm not using it. It's great. The roof has never collapsed from snow, and my blind is no were as strong as your tent. You should put up a few trail cams in the woods near your tent. Keep up the good work with you channel.

[@Chiamex]

Love the snow! The drone shots are terrific. Such beautiful lands.

[@joannconfer1144]

I was thinking, maybe if you put a support beam from the floor up to the center of the tent. It might help. It is a nice tent. I love just sitting and watching the fire burn. It’s very relaxing. Thanks for sharing, as always it was fun. 🙋🏻‍♀️💕❄️❄️

[@bazzabaz7071]

Cheers Jay. One thing I like about your reviews is the honesty. Stay safe 🍻

[@MaineUSA]

He's back!!! Been checking to see if had missed a video everyday. Glad to see you.

[@Thatcanadianguyehh]

Another great video. Little suggestion for your instant coffee. Mix it in 2-3 tablespoons of cold water to dissolve it then pour in your hot water. Pouring hot water directly on the crystals gives it a burnt flavour.

[@keithkoski630]

Welcome back Jay !!!

[@aidinb8210]

I have never watched these types of shows when people speak in them. But Jay, I gotta tell you, you make me glued to the tv and I truly enjoy watching your winter camps. I also go winter camping in Ontario crown lands and I definitely relate to your adventures. I have a 12X12 Alaknak Cabela's with a Kni-Co foldable stove! Great Job Mate!

[@GavinHarrisSisel]

11:56 😊😊😊😊

[@denismageau4044]

Hi Jay,I had the same thing happen to me last year with my Eskimo ice hut that I left up all winter. I ended up putting a 2x4 in the middle to hold it up and that did the trick. Stay warm buddy

[@donaldplohg9587]

Any trip is a good trip. Loved the time lapse of the ice getting bigger. Stay safe.

[@Andrewoutdooradventures155]

I'm watching from my my camp with my family, I've forgotten my fire starter so I've used a pack of Doritos to started a fire, thank Jay for a great video 👍👏

[@BartBuzz]

If you like the cold, -40˚C should make you happy. I will say that I'm relieved to see that Coffee Mate not flame up. I can't recall how close your home is to your campsite but it must not be too far if you can do day trips. Being close by makes it convenient to go check on your tents and belongings. I'm looking forward to when you do a long weekend trip. Stay warm and be safe out there in the wild!

[@tomingejosefsen]

I suggest that you use an telescopic centerrod in that popup tent when left unattended. Thats what we do in Northern Norway.

[@sandratweedale2579]

Thanks again. You’re providing sheer escapism for all of us couch adventurers. Beautiful scenery and just the best company. Look forward to every visit

[@memma22309]

Made it to the end again! Looks like fun. I’d LOVE to be able to travel there and spend the weekend. Blessings to you and yours!

[@angelamorrison8634]

Dear Jay, I like your videos a lot. This one brought back memories of my school days in the UK when we had canned corned beef and beef for dinner, the corned beef was not cooked though. The school was a boarding school for kids with no parents, so the food was not the best, you got what you got and you ate it because you were hungry. We got canned corned beef and canned beets for dinner and I remember how yummy it was, better than some other offerings. Nevertheless, I now want to try canned corn beef again with beets. Thank you.

[@willsturgeon2181]

Another great video Jay.. "I'm not a Bush Crafter; I am a guy who has a tent"

[@darlenemacdonald9122]

Growing up in Northern Cape Breton Corned beef hash ( fried corned beef,onions,potatoes, salt and pepper) was a staple in our household. Haven't had it in 20 years but now I want some lol. Recently found your channel and enjoying it so much 😊

[@MaineUSA]

Never let anyone or thing rob you from the things you love.

[@angelaabbs8337]

Jay, please try this recipe at camp next time. One can of corned beef, can of sliced potatoes, one diced onion, and one can of corn. Fry it all together until crispy and brown. Stir often. This is our Corned Beef Hash. Cheers!

[@Charles53412]

I'm super impressed with the Bear tent ! Sure had you been there to maintain the tent during the snow fall it wouldn't have happened or maybe a inner support at the center. However, the design of the tent is what keep things like the tie down straps from being torn off and basically intact. It buckled at it's knees if you will, just like a spider when it rests, which saved the tent. Which I think is really cool !

[@jerryvincent8402]

Always great to be watching your video. The hatchet appears to be a great tool for the situation of not having your axe. 🇺🇸🐻

[@Pauline-ic7ck]

Wow! I didn't know you can fry corned beef. Learn something new every day. 😮😮😮😮

[@davidgates1122]

Coffee-mate contains sugar and vegetable oil, so technically it is flammable. The problem is supplying it with enough oxygen to sustain combustion. If it were mixed with a lot of air, you could accomplish that (i.e. create the conditions for a dust explosion). You could also mix it with an oxidizer like potassium nitrate or sodium nitrate, but then you wouldn't want to use it in your coffee. But just for demonstration purposes, try mixing it with a little Spectracide stump remover.

[@mitchguenette8470]

Great video mon ami

[@justmefolks1863]

Never tried coffee mate, but the cheap creamer I used to do a thin line down the sidewalk and light it for the kids, it sparks a lot. You did well clearing the snow off the tent. I taught my grandsons to split wood with a wedge. Glad I found your channel. Now I have to thaw out meat for biscuits and gravy tomorrow, that looked to good.

[@davidking8909]

I have been watching your channel for a couple of years. Reminds me of my younger years spent camping in N. W. Ontario in winter. Pushing 70 now. I am still an avid snowmobiler, couple thousand miles a year. I notice you never wear a helmet on your snowmobile, no helmet laws in N. W. Territory? I think you would find that a good helmet is much warmer as well!

[@cherylkilbourn3773]

I started watching your videos a couple of months ago and have enjoyed them very much. You are so honest and you seem so natural camping in such a remote area. Just give me such a peaceful feeling after so much sorrow in our lives last year. Please never stop make videos! Stay safe my friend!

[@Bruins8851]

Jay, glad you got back out, and love every video I learn something new each time. You should do Jay in the Woods recipe book. I have been watching for over a year now and trying some of your meals. Looking forward to the next one!

[@youmustbebornagain9030]

Jay…check the contents of your tent. a pole should be in your package for supporting the roof when you are away for a lengthy time in case it snows, mine came with that pole, hopefully yours did also

[@eddielittle1644]

Love your gravy, I grew up with what we called hamburger gravy and it was always delicious. Grew up in South Charleston West Virginia

[@airwolf4161985]

Like steel wool, the coffee creamer will ignite with enough oxygen around it. Myth busters did it where the blew it in the air and it ignited. Interesting episode

[@colinmoore7460]

The British version of QI did the same thing.

[@deborahmarr2210]

I worked out that I am watching you from 13,000 km away but there is a good chance that the merino wool in your pants was grown by a member of my family in Australia. Really enjoy your videos. I am green with envy at your beautiful knitted jackets. Love the look of that thick NZ wool, those well set raglan sleeves and the amazing design. If the blue one has a pup let me know. It's 26C here at present. Cheers

[@lorifossold1222]

Another awesome video, tks Jay for the content

[@kd8309]

Good to see ya back again. Take care!

[@peteneal5914]

tip jay corned beef when youve opened it with the key open the bottom with a tin opener then you can push it out without it breaking up and its best chilled not a problem were you are 😀

[@elwoodtaylor1092]

great video jay and the drone shots were awesome, to bad about the tent but all you need to do is cut a small tree prop it up in the center of the tent and that should hold it up, your nearing 150,000 subs so congratulations and keep up the great you tubing

[@AndyLaskey]

Thank you Jay, for another superb video. Great camera and drone work. In the uk, we have corn beef sandwiches all the time, but we never fry the corn beef. We simply slice it and put it with Branston pickle in the sandwich. I'm going to try frying it now.

[@kevin34ct]

Here in Connecticut, USA, Friday we are expecting -7 F and I was thinking of trying out the diesel heater in my tent. Also, Coffee-Mate is flammable just like diesel, it has to be in a fine mist to ignite.

[@heidiallain6053]

Yeah.. he had too big of a pile there

[@MaineUSA]

Lol yes I just think the same. Gonna get artic cold here in,Maine.

[@daspencer4537]

@@MaineUSA I'm in Maine, too!

[@MaineUSA]

@@daspencer4537 whoot whoot that's awesome.

[@heidiallain6053]

@@MaineUSA yup… scary cold!!

[@Mike-iv3hy]

I had the same thing happen to my 6 man Pup tent at 3am while I was sleeping inside , not too much fun. I'll tell you ! Bent the main pole into a V shape , I had trouble getting out of the tent ! Mike.

[@christopherlachance7593]

Awesome videos Jay thanks for sharing!!

[@drizzyq]

Maybe others have mentioned this idea before. You could set up a trail camera, on an extended battery source/solar for cold temps, to catch any wildlife or activity while you're not staying there

[@miatfitz]

Oh I remember that corned beef... so good on fresh brown soda bread with some Branston Pickles... yummy 😋

[@angelacampan5799]

Hi Jay I watched a couple of your videos. I leave close to Windsor,ON. I enjoy your videos. Stay safe and be blessed.

[@davespoemsandsongs9497]

Jay, I really enjoy this video, and thank you for sharing it with me and the other tent fell down

[@apar1560]

Yes, it does burn... like dust is explosive in the grain mills. Put some in your palm, hold above a flame about 6-8" and trickle some like a stream down on the flame. Don't stand above it. Lol. Nice video. Thanks 😊 ...Alan in 🇨🇱 ps...maybe leave pole in top of tent if chance of snow heavy accumulation is expected. I have a Kodiak Lodge Tent... has pole in center (optional) if heavy storms or heavy snow is expected.

[@markdarden4066]

Love the drone footage! Cinematographer Jay!!!!

[@Youarefunny7284]

Coffee creamer is flammable if poured onto an open flame it's not a myth I've done it, also I'm not criticizing you, sorry If I came off that way. I can't do the outdoors stuff anymore Which is why I like this content thanks

[@MegaSusanc]

Awesome as always Jay. Thank you for sharing your awesome adventures. KEEP ADVENTURING GOD BLESS YOU

[@mhunter2769]

Good day B'y, good to see ya ! You should have packed in your sun screen and speedos.

[@claireleboucher4597]

Always a great pleasure to enjoy your image and lifestyle. Best wish of France

[@rosaolbera8768]

Hello Jay glad to see you again awesome video

[@hooliganz84]

Haven't commented for a while but just wanted to tell you something.I watch your videos while in bed with my 6 yrs old daughter.She doesn't even understand English but is watching like this is the most interesting movie ever.Great content as usual!like a lot the part with the cooking ;)keep up Jay!! Greetings from Bulgaria!

[@jaylegere]

Thanks for this comment, Bobi! Say hi to your daughter for me. Jay

[@hooliganz84]

@@jaylegere Will do so!Thanks Jay !🌲⛄

[@w.a.stewart3191]

Jay, thanks for asking the Lord to send your cold weather down here to Winnipeg. Enjoyed the video.

[@WilliamTGM]

Dude, du verstehst zwar kein Wort davon was ich schreibe aber du lebst meinen Traum!! Es ist so gemütlich in deinem Zelt bei dieser Kälte ich wünschte ich könnte sowas auch machen! Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland

[@renatev.7473]

An diese Kälte muß man sich zuerst gewöhnen bevor man es da über Nacht aushält! Ist besser von der Wärme im Wohnzimmer zuzusehen! Grüße aus Kanada.

[@HayzeeHayes]

Man your videos really fly by Jay! Love watching your very relaxing drone footage and scenery shots. Maybe the fox was after your mice in the pallets and log store? Cracking tutorial on the hatchet and hammer method. I have a Canadian Hickory hatchet for my logs and I'm in the UK! I've watched and liked your videos and as usual, I always watch til the end so you get funds from the adverts. Looking forward to your next trip. Take care Jay and thanks for your time.

[@sunnydays802]

Great videos Jay!!

[@brad5999]

Geez. Who directs these videos ? Scorsese? Amazing videos always! Thank you!

[@michellelogreco3351]

I just love this tent! Great job!

[@haroldfoust]

Glad to see you back with a great video👍⛺

[@Button1Wood]

Kool vid Jay...I'd never make it in that cold weather love watching you fire up the wood stove and how warm you can get it in there

[@marshawhite2904]

Enjoyed your video! Thanks 💕

[@phantom6715]

Excellent video Jay. I haven't watched your channel in a long time. Happy i got back here

[@patland73]

Awesome video Jay, have a good one buddy!

[@desiremontgomery2762]

Love your meals

[@granite676]

Little tip for you Jay, don't make a habit of hitting that axe with your hammer. The faces of hammers and probably the back face of your axe are hardened and tempered and can chip because your striking 2 hard faces together. With chisels it's a different ball game because the head of the chisels are softer steel and designed to absorb the blow more. One of the first things I was taught as a sheetmetalworker apprentice, never strike 2 hammer faces together. The chips can fly off real fast 😲😲 Another great video Jay , you lucky lucky man 😉 btw how's your nasal passages with the polyps ? Also your other cuboid tent needs a prop in the middle to help it shed the snow 👍 the 'UP'S are much better at shedding it off 😅🏞🪵🏕🪵🏞 All the best and see you next week 👍

[@terryattewell5842]

Another great video Jay. Kudos to you handing the extreme cold!!

[@jillbritton2676]

It’s fun to throw coffee creamer (dry) into fires to see the sparkles. It and cinnamon itch will sparkle really well