12 Survival Tips From The Homeless

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[@dessebasey2750]

I spoke to an older homeless woman in Santa Cruz at CVS. She introduced her dog and she pulled a wagon with her items piled. She was 72yrs old. She told me she stopped staying at the camp near the river. Way to dangerous. She had found a great spot in the forest nearby that had a beautiful stream. She had a tent, cot, cookware and all that. I was touched by her life story- hard life and loss. I felt blessed that I met her and will remember her. They are people, from all walks of life that need love and respect. My brother passed away at his camp in 2002. He loved his life..I miss him.

[@hasinahmasud5503]

Santa Cruz has mountain lions roaming around she needs to be careful before she becomes dinner.

[@TheHuntForSupper]

@@hasinahmasud5503 Or, if she has trapping skills, the reverse may be true.

[@hasinahmasud5503]

@@TheHuntForSupper maybe but you wouldn’t get me doing that. Mountain lions get free pass in California😊

[@pattikelly8921]

@@hasinahmasud5503 Or maybe we better wake up and right before we let this happen to a 72 year old woman? Homelessness Crisis is not about what people think.

[@hasinahmasud5503]

@@pattikelly8921 excuse me I know what homelessness is thank you. And I can’t do anything about it you need to contact the President Biden, he is the one in power.

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

Always protect what you are drinking, some people may slip you something.

[@MassMultiplayer]

wake up and all item stolen (id consider hide stuff away from where i sleep) but then where, lol or sleep ON it,

[@michaelwaller7365]

I was homeless for 2 yrs in Montana. One thing that was a lifesaver, was the Veteran Stand downs. I picked up PolarTec long johns, PolarTec fleece overalls & jacket, large USMC pack, coat, boots, & the 3 bag sleep system. If you're a Veteran just Google, veteran stand down.

[@MassMultiplayer]

so if not veteran i starve to death hmm k

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

Always carry a bandana. You can use it as a washcloth to clean up, use also to filter water and as a tourniquet. 😁

[@JohnnyPorchAGeese]

You can also use it to look like a young, street-tough, so nobody will mess with ya'. 😎

[@stroop3666]

Find a shelter, try to stay clean so you can go to the LIBRARY, Starbucks, gym membership, storage unit.

[@zombiehunter0000]

When I came home I couldn't stand to be inside Ihad a small tent and dog got a ride to a campground got job emptying septic tanks and trash got a bigger tent it got really slippery on shower floor in winter Finley owners told me had to shut off water ooo I fished hunted and eght field corn trapped .was feeling better gir from church found me apartment .now I have all the trappings off life I still set facing the door she told me to go to the v a didn't want to go didn't want there benefits mad at what happened working for them found God he is always there for me . Sorry for rambling I. Made up packs for all my homeless friends got some sporting good stores to help .most of us just don't like it inside but we do like high tec gear we all went down and got our c c w license . Thank you for your videos p. S.when you see a homeless person .but for the grace of God so go I....

[@NorvelCooksey]

God bless. My wife and I have been homeless for 2years now

[@furrymaster420]

Just became homeless tonight in Wisconsin. Thanks for the video the tips are already helping.

[@SaintTrinianz]

God bless you, furry! His eye is on the sparrow...

[@riversidehermit]

It's fun watching this... I stepped onto city streets for the first time just over 4 years ago... for me, the biggest problem was keeping positive. Other homeless people seem to almost enjoy misery... We almost always get in trouble or something stupid when we hang out... I got "smart" and found woods to live alone in 3 years ago... I've always been weird, but out of all my apartments... I love it out here. Sometimes scumbags come all the way out here and maybe steal something or a try to smoke junk with me but I keep em away and keep my own well enough. I don't steal, beg or work.

[@dirtyscoundrel2013]

You don't work?

[@riversidehermit]

@@dirtyscoundrel2013 I worked on some ladies house a couple years ago... I enjoy renovation work, basic handyman stuff out of all the hats I've worn the most, but I don't need money really. I am not addicted to drugs so really I just need clothes and food. Both are easy to aquire. My life is peaceful and absolutely out of place in a traditional sense. If we were all like me, it'd get boring quickly.

[@riversidehermit]

I'm glad you brought this up again for me because I wanted to admit I had to go to the hospital for an infected lymph. I nearly died and required surgery on the people's dime. Besides that I don't take anything from state or federal services. I'm a healthy middle aged man so I doubt I will need medicare or whatever again for a long while and the way the world is going lately who knows

[@WilliamC1966]

Kudos to you brother....I'm 57 and about to be homeless....we are not all druggies or drunks..... sometimes things just don't happen to work out....👍

[@riversidehermit]

@@WilliamC1966 it's only as bad as you want it to be. I have a private beach during low tide that I enjoy handfeeding geese at.... The flock will spot me down there sometimes and come flying down to me it's awesome... During the day time I might be handfeeding songbirds by my campfire or what have you. Life is good for me so I try to keep it that way for everything.

[@patriciaribaric3409]

Newspaper wrapped around your feet, covered in plastic shopping bags, then put on your boots, feet will stay warm and dry. I was advised to try it one winter while working outdoors during a brutal winter. It helped tremendously. That was the best tip I ever got from a previously homeless person.

[@chuckfarley567]

Or a winter Packer game....

[@christinagardener1889]

Back in the days before cell phones when kids played outside and came home when the street lights came on, my brother and I did this after we packed our own lunches and a thermos full of hot cocoa before we went out playing and exploring on a winter's day.

[@tinsoldier5621]

Yeah and have wet feet from the sweat.

[@patriciaribaric3409]

@@tinsoldier5621 Didn't know a tin soldier could sweat.

[@williamwilson6499]

Rubbish. This will rot your feet unless you remove the plastic to allow your feet to dry on a regular basis.

[@kevinallentoole1538]

I dress in layers year round, I keep it in my back pack when not in use... I also keep plenty of grocery bags to put over my socks it helps to keep my feet dry and insulated I live like I'm going camping everyday Being part Native American I try to Live in that Mindset......... Prayers for all who are in Need..........

[@classicZEPP]

I had spent some time on the streets as a kid and a lot of what was mentioned in your video is hitting the head on the nail. But there are a few things I learned from my wayfaring days. 1. Don't be quick to trust. When trying to open up and finding a new group of homebums, people want reassurance as to who you are, are you safe-dangerous-unstable-smart-a threat to their social status. Only give as much information that you feel comfortable giving and read reactions and responses. There are predators and leaders, followers and those who only lookout for themselves. 2. Study your area. Urban/Natural structures. Traffic. Shopping malls and security. Some groups are territorial as to who can panhandle what corner. Once you have an idea as to what your area feels like, then you can know where to be and when. 3. Share with awareness. Food-Supplies-Entertainment-MONEY Most groups want you to contribute to their little family in one form or another. But when money gets involved people become a bit primal in their psychology. Cash is king but don't keep it on you or too close to you. Hot tip....closed fast food drive thru's have change that falls between drivers and the window, you just have to time it right. 4. Listen. A lot of my friends who came and went always had a story. I found that listening was enough to build friendships. Some people were broken records, especially those who have been strung out for a bit. But active listening helped to gain someones trust. You can't solve someones life problem, but you can at least listen 5. If it's too good to be true...it probably is. this kind of falls in with my first one. Tall tales and persuasive people usually have ulterior motives. Manipulators will tell you things that you want to hear, in order for them to get what they want. The more you are pressured into doing something, the more dangerous things can get....That was a hard lesson to learn. 6. Don't give up. Perspective is everything when you are in dire straights. Life will knock you down, people will knock you down, you can be shunned and made to feel less than human, like a stray dog. But realize that this transitionary period is only temporary, if you want it to be. You have more control over your future than you think.

[@Iridium242]

Awesome points thank you

[@Thedesertguy75]

ive been homeless several times in several states, its not for everyone,thats for sure. There were times that were really hard, and other times that were magical...free, and beautiful...its an adventure to say the least. The hardest part for me was the nights. Finding a good spot is everything!! Its not always easy or obvious. I like to be hidden when i sleep...noone needs to know where i crash at night. Preferably a covered spot when it rains... because it will...lol. Who to trust is crucial, use you gut instincts. I always rolled solo, i feel safer and didn't meet many i trusted out there. Some were cool, but I stuck to myself... Unfortunately, there are alot of idiots out there that will cause problems, its best to stay away from them, the loud ones, the trouble makers....its not hard to see... best to avoid. Travel light, stay clean....gym memberships are good. I always only used a single backpack...if i cant fit it in there, i dont need it. Learn where to go for food, hygiene and other necessities. Churches are great resources and have saved me many times. I never had a permanent camp. I dont like something that can be found. One time i found a great spot close to a restaurant, it was risky because technically it could have been seen as trespassing...so i only went into my spot after 10pm, and got out of there by 5:45am. Eventually it was found by someone else but i was moving on by then. Never leave trash or signs you were there!! Stealth is important! It's not an easy lifestyle and danger is always a possibility, but if you use common sense and stay in areas that are safe, you should be alright. Cheers!!

[@duomaxwell2293]

check around the back of stores for cardboard boxes, great insulation for sleeping on the floor when folded flat, and protection from elements if used to create a divide protecting u from the elements. former homeless from London

[@misolgit69]

I know they get made fun of as an everyday item of clothing but, wear a fishing vest (looks non military) under your coat packed with essentials only, you go it goes too 😇🤟

[@sherryh7485]

Put Minute Rice or ramen noodles in a container, cover with cold, or warm or hot water, put the lid on, let sit for 1/2 hour or so, nice and fluffy. Doesn't need to be heated. Trudging miles thru knee deep snow, I used to put on my socks, then plastic bags, then my boots, my feet didn't freeze, but when my feet started to sweat, I had to change my socks or my feet would start to freeze. I also put disposable plastic gloves over my gloves then mittens over them, kept my fingers very warm. I used separate neck warmers or thick head or ski bands to cover my ears under my hat and to cover my nose so they wouldn't get so cold for fear of frostbite.

[@TWCAlex802]

I actually learned how to do this from another homeless man in Charlotte, NC. It was a terrific lifehack! Kept me fed while I was living (and still doing so) a very nomadic lifestyle

[@apprenticegilligan1635]

Love this. I worked with the homeless in Portland Oregon for 3 years (6 days a week). I learned so much about survival in the city from a few that were put there because of circumstances. If people could actually sit and talk to some of them you could learn so much. Also Hobos that actually ride the trains were an amazing wealth of information. If you do start learning, learn there symbols that they leave. That way if you come across those symbols you know. I know a circle with three x's in the middle means good people, good food, and a welcoming environment.

[@woodknotts6050]

I can remember being homeless there....crossing the burnside bridge to get to the homeless shelter for over a month !!!...... I live on the east coast now but you just brought back alot of memories and lessons from 40 yrs ago !!!........... PS your right we jumped alot of frieght trains back then !!1.... I left portland on a mailshot going to the Coulton yards in L.A Calif. and then another train to Phoenix Az. Back then !!!

[@wmluna381]

I saw on another video awhile back places/homes that have been cased to be robbed are also marked in similar fashion. Wonder what the symbols are for those. I guess the moral of the story with that is you are being assessed / watched and that information is being disseminated. Good to know all around.

[@h_r7708]

Since you have experience with homeless people (I was only homeless for a short time) I have a question. I know people with an addiction need to stay in the city, but why do non-addicted people stay in the city? I know panhandling can raise quite a bit of money. In a week you could afford a spool of fishing line, a knife, a small tent, a sleeping bag, and then hitchhike to a forest and live for free without being hassled by mean people. I just never understood why they stay where people can be mean to them. Obviously the addicted people can't do this because stopping drugs or alcohol is very difficult. Maybe it is a stupid question but I have stayed in the woods for months at a time. It can be quite pleasant.

[@woodknotts6050]

@@h_r7708 I think alot of the homeless that stay in the city are there because they are lost !...... so many of them being broke hungry....dirty accept it as normal and stay within the city looking for some one to save them !!........... when it happened to me I headed for the woods , I would only go to the city for supplies or services I needed........ homeless in the city hang together....blind leading the blind with no motivation to go up the ladder but anxious for every handout to run off and waste it in the end ! .......sadness

[@h_r7708]

@@woodknotts6050 Sad but true. I think that if I had money, I would teach those that wanted to learn, how to read a map and live off the land. Maybe even buy some forest land and take them out there. Maybe hire a social worker for those that wanted to understand themselves better. I guess it doesn't do me much good to dream about helping people. I just give donations to help. The thing is that I think what I'm doing is helping myself not feel guilty because I know in my heart that I could do more. I'm a veteran and I know I could help other vets. It is just so hard to leave my house. Sometimes I don't even go outside of the house for 2 months or more. I just wish I were stronger. It sounds silly but there is a movie called The Never Ending Story. There is a character called a rock biter. He tried to hold on to some friends but he couldn't. They were pulled away and were lost. He tells the story and looks down at his hands and says "they seem like such big, strong hands." I used to be a Marine. "They used to be such strong hands." Now they are weak and I and I'm to scared to leave the house. (Scared is the wrong word but it will do.) Thank you for your reply.

[@woodknotts6050]

durring my part of life being homeless I found that staying out towards the suburbs or rural allowed me to make a small camp out of the way and gave me better safety and advantages..... Tent....small fire.... my gear was easier to hide !.......fishing and water from a brook or large body of water......bathing....... I could go to town for work or supplies/food..... being grey helped alot.......plus being rural allowed me to find handy work or farm work alot easier !!!....................... homeless is tough but standing on a corner looking for handouts is worse !!!....... I found food banks helped alot ....pretty much a good means for cooking and a bug out bag will take you a long way !!

[@tomcatt998]

Same here,, i avoid the homeless and towns/city's

[@JustJulesAgain]

❤️

[@life5161]

Agree 100% I wouldn't wanna do homeless in a large mean City. I'd rather do like you said and take my chances in the woods.

[@MassMultiplayer]

i have 0$ no job, rent due in 11 day i live of food shelter (i offer work for food.. i get like 100$ of food for 5 hour work.. if i work 12 hour i pay rent and cant eat.. its so ridiculous)

[@bevlower6793]

This was pretty good but, maybe a few things I'd like to put another twist on. Starting with 'grey man'...don't carry 'combat or bushcraft' tools, you won't blend in. IF you want to carry that knife, keep it out of sight. Other things like chargers, phones, watches can rebrand you as 'target'...you need to appear as owning nothing worth stealing. Also, if you're female, sleeping in crowds isn't your best bet. My prefered spot was in a dark, heavily bushy church yard. As for food...ask around. There's ganna be someone who knows where all the soup kitchens are & when they feed. That person will also know where free beds, showers, & other services are available. IF you must be on the streets in a city, search out ALL the FREE services available. You won't find gas stations or stores willing to let you bathe or shave or wash your hair in their "For customers ONLY" restrooms & bus stations will usually give you the boot too if you don't have a ticket. Use your observation skills to find the successful homeless & AVOID the crazy druggies & alcoholics! Better yet...get the heck out of Dodge & go RURAL!

[@stevenrandall9851]

A long walking stick and learn how to defend yourself with it. A boo boo bag with bandaids and stuff so you aren't pulling out your firstaid kit. Change your socks. Cornmeal and quick oats are a lot of calories but are light and don't take up muck room. 55 gallon drum liners can be used for so many things from shelter to a mattress, a raincoat to a bath.

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Use a thermos too keep your leftovers. But small bags of flour and sugar they can be bought for $1.50-$2.00 and beans for $1.00. I had a neighbor that collected cans for years and saved enough money for raising 2 grandchildren and bought a new car. You can always recycle jeans into back packs and purses too sale for extra cash. Because so friends have found new jeans and asked I would make back packs and bags for them.

[@Scriptorsilentum]

i always had the altoids tin with seam ripper, different sewing needles, a thimble and the little needle-threader. more than once i had to sew up seams on my backpack. i found old jeans by the river once near a love's truck stop. NO ONE THERE. washed them in the stream after i cut off the legs and the back pockets (patches). took a few hours with the big sewing needle and cotton string not thread this shit was tough! use dubbin or waterproofing spray on your pack and any repairs to it as repair thread will rot and fast. also not all packs are as waterproof as you'd think or like to be. it always amazed me seeing people trying to haul bags that were falling apart yet no one ever had a dollar general sewing kit with them. it's too small and too light to not have. same thing with small bars of soap from dollar stores or sprawlmart in the "samples" section.

[@tessoxford5074]

I do a homeless ministry and yes there are people with multiple problems. But there are people that are down on there luck and many families now. They can teach us much.

[@favio6462]

Yeah yeah

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

@@favio6462👍👍

[@johnstack5008]

Another thing to pack is an oversized poncho. I've got one that packs into a pouch that takes up very little space in a pack. If you put the poncho on and sit on a stool or even a small chair (poncho covers the chair), the poncho will reach the ground and you have yourself an enclosed space, basically like a mini shelter. If you use the Palmer furnace technique, you can even make it a heated shelter. Choose a black colored poncho for stealth.

[@johnstack5008]

The Palmer furnace is putting one or more candles on the floor under the poncho to heat up the space. Your head is outside of the poncho so you will not be breathing in the fumes. Of course, you can't sleep with the candles burning. For sleeping you can use hot rocks (heated in a fire) for heat. If you have a camp stove, you could heat up a big pot of water and put the pot under the poncho. It's good if the pot has a tight-fitting lid.

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

To open tin cans- Hold the can with your hand around it (top,downwards) , scrape back and forth on flat cement to wear down the tin edges and open the can to eat the contents. 😁

[@mrwonderfullgj]

Helpful video. I really don't have anything to contribute as far as tips go. Presently I am not homeless. But, I want to say that the contributions that the viewers have unselfishly posted can be very helpful to others. They may even save a life one day. Thank You.

[@videomixwizard]

61 year old man dying of AIDS. I have a musician and I like making videos. My goal for the rest of my life is to make videos to help the homeless give them comfort strength and peace and some suggestions on how to survive. I was homeless in South Beach Florida Toledo Ohio and Columbus Ohio

[@sanborns]

As a young lad I was not homeless but foodless and basically lived on peanut butter (cheap protein and fat) also with saltine crackers (cheap carbs) for a month or so. I finally signed up for food stamp assistance for 60 days until I got on my feet and life moved forward in a good direction for me after .... Protein, carbs and plenty of tap water kept me alive during that time, just wanted to pass that information on to the our readers.

[@res6769]

Glad things are better for you now 🙏.

[@jamesmcgilcrest4948]

i been on food stamps for 20 years

[@godofthunder808]

One of my friends was eating cabbage soup. There was "some" meat but not enough. When another friend & I heard this we bought him over a month supply of food for him. He's okay now.

[@hoopoo3721]

Grate to see someone looking at the homeless in a good way, and your so right they are a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.

[@skylongskylong1982]

I suggest everybody reads the George Orwell book Down and out in London, and Paris. It’s has top tips to survive on the streets, even though it was written nearly a hundred years ago.

[@karlkuttup]

i lived in a wooded nature reserve for over 18mnths 2 ,minus 14 winters under a lorry tarp, old factory insultion ,and a thick rug a foam floor, and 2 rocket stoves built under a fallen big oak tree 200yards from a path and public restroom ,in the uk made fresh food from end of day markets,and supermarket dumpter diveing ,warm dry safe space a must

[@loadedlogger5056]

I would say guard your stuff cuz your life depends on it . I noticed a lot of homeless people have healthy looking dogs

[@troyhablitz3902]

Yeah hey yeah I've been homeless for 10 years and everything you said is basically true but some of the problems with some of us is that we don't have medication for the mental illness is hard to find and we go to the hospitals they would treat you for a day or two and release you back out there's no real help for mental illness my case is something different for sickness but in some cases you can find food at back of restaurants they will feed some homeless if you ask it doesn't hurt to ask sometimes you may get yes you might get no but least you try

[@Madskillsuniversity]

Love this, bro!!! This video is awesome, especially for people who help the homeless, like me. I give the homeless a care package of wipes, deodorant, under wear, socks, baby powder, soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, etc. I also give them blankets, hats, gloves, clothes, coats, shoes, etc. when I have them. Backpacks and bungie cords are huge, too. They can attach things from the backpack and still travel lightly. Cigarettes are a gold mine and give them bargaining chips and make friends because half of the homeless help each other. Giving them a 48 pack of water to sell when it’s hot helps, too. I even give them extra socks to sell. At least they are working for their money. I bought one guy a bike and he did Uber Eats for a year and got an apartment. BUT, they have to be and STAY sober and they WILL beat their temporary homelessness. Next, how to survival living in a hotel for 2 years - WORKING and partially homeless. Or, working while living in a car. This IS America and it is going to get worse. I am doing the best I can and videos like this shed light on the situation. NONE of the people I work with are on drugs or drink. They DO smoke Cigs, and yo would, too. Prayers!!!!!

[@jerryjordan2482]

I was Homeless for 3years ! Learn were the Resources are for Homeless like Shelters and Mission's ! And know were they Feed the Home less and Give Hygiene kits !

[@PlayaSinNombre]

Be careful putting hot water in Army surplus canteens, as they can melt. Nalgene bottles are dishwasher safe, so they can handle water almost boiling. And they do come on kidney shape, as well as cylinders.

[@carlcooney8034]

I make a habit to engage homeless people who have those homemade trailers attached to a bike when I can. Other than seeing how surprised they are that someone actually will talk to them, they are not stupid and usually have good information to share. Now that doesn't mean all of them are safe to approach.

[@MaraJSkywalker]

Great tips! I've never been homeless but I've spent a few bitterly cold winter nights traveling on foot and sleeping in front of venues queuing for concerts with no more than a sleeping bag if that, and these are the things I've tried that worked pretty well to keep my hyper cold-sensitive anemic self passably warm - the dense squishy foam panels used for packing, if you can find some, are very warm, give off heat almost and weigh nothing. Great to sit or sleep on even if half an inch thick it does wonders. - thick paper yard waste bags are great for hiding your legs from the wind. Get a five pack for a few bucks share with a few friends - If you can find a few of those back pain heat patches for cheap, stick a few on yourself during the really bitter cold and they give off heat for many hours. I don't know about the chemical in those and how safe it would be to use these regularly (did it a few times only) but they warm you up fantastically. - if you ask many coffee places will give you free hot water you can drink to keep warm (creates need for bathroom problem though) or make instant noodles with. - stuff paper towels in your shoes to insulate your toes (if you have space in there) - pajama pants make a great warm layer under looser pants without being too uncomfortable - keep a mental note of where there are construction sites nearby so you can sneak into their portapotties. Not for large sites with surveillance cameras obviously

[@charlottejudd2658]

As an older disabled women facing homelessness very soon these are great ideas!

[@DisabledandPrepping]

A tip I learned from mailman was to put deodorant on my feet. He said he does that during the Winter time because it keeps his feet from getting too cold due to sweating in his boots all day. I'm not homeless but I know that that tip works I have used it for many years while I was working outside. And I do follow 2 youtubers that used to be homeless and did videos while they were homeless actually living out on the street.

[@kurtrussell5228]

Deodorant doesn't keep skin from sweating....antiperspirant does

[@DisabledandPrepping]

@@kurtrussell5228 OK I miss spoke I do have a brain issue so sorry I used the wrong words. But it does look like you understood what I meant. Have a great day.

[@richavic4520]

Carrying a machete deters personal attacks. A tightly rolled newspaper secured with duct tape and kept up your sleeve makes a good whacking stick. Researching social services and their hours are well known amongst the homeless.

[@boydman68]

Roll a stack of double sheets of newspaper diagonally then fold in half at the thick part. If you roll tight enough it’s harder than you think. A tightly rolled magazine can also make a good jabbing defense device. Not as effective as the newspaper club but can be made up fairly quickly.

[@alexblue6991]

That's a Millwall brick invented by football hooligans in England

[@ninjasquirrels]

Carry light is good advice - never been homeless but I’ve lived out of a pack for weeks at a time as a western bowhunter and an active duty division reconnaissance asset for over a decade. Carrying too much too fast too far will get you no where in a hurry. Taking proper care of yourself in the “wild” takes hard work and a lot of practice. Even just living in a tent in the backyard will teach you a lot of things - what works for you, what doesn’t work for you, what you can live without, what skills you wish you had, what gear you wish you didn’t etc. Walk your dog around the neighborhood every day/night with your pack on, make camp on a daily basis in the backyard for a week etc. All of it is going to prepare you for that proverbial zombie apocalypse a metric sh!t ton better than watching another 316 KZbin gear reviews. Do the things.

[@bevlower6793]

Great advise, Ninja Squirrel! I always carry too much, too far. IF ONLY I could afford the light versions of all that stuff I love to have with me! ;-)

[@ninjasquirrels]

@@bevlower6793 I get what you’re saying, not everyone has Uncle Sugar and corporate sponsors to get the lightweight stuff. One tip I have for anyone still reading the comments - the proverbial “through hikers” community has more miles on the trail than just about anyone else. Learn from them, they have very economical solutions that have been tested thoroughly over the course of hundreds of thousands of miles on foot with nothing but their pack. A large portion of them are younger people, students etc, and are forced to do more with less. Similar to homeless people in that regard, worth checking out.

[@joyjones2571]

I helped run a poverty-stricken/homeless resource base. Through my years there I learned many many different ideas. The most interesting thing that I learned was when you're sleeping on a cot you drape the four ends of your sheet in water and it will keep ants and other bugs from crawling into the bed with you.

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Good advice my friend, we never know if we might end up on the street living rough, and down and out people could teach us alot if we're humble enough to listen, the old saying of never condemning a man until you've walked a mile in his shoes comes to mind. Thanks for the video, stay safe mate, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart UK.

[@Joseph-vm3sp]

Toilet : 2 walmart grocery bags, paper product, bottle of water = cleaner than a rest room. The 1st 10 days, your legs are sore. After 10 days, your squat muscles develop.

[@contentment164]

I think this is one of your best videos, George. Makes total sense to learn from 'those who do' everyday. Thank you.

[@TWCAlex802]

13. If you have a regular income, then buy a gym membership. Great place to shower/get clean 14. Know where the 24 hour laundromats are. I like to do laundry late at night...and sometimes I use just the dryer to keep clothes dry & outer layers warm in cold weather 15. Keep your ID's up to date. It will help you in the long run should you begin looking for work again & keep banking opportunities open 16. Get a PO box for mail if you can 17. Don't overdo it w/walking if you're going to be homeless on foot. Super important to take care of your feet & have lots of socks handy 18. If you have enough money, then buy a monthly bus pass in the city you'll be homeless in. Also get a bicycle if you can. It will make mobility a A LOT easier

[@daniellow426]

As you layer your clothing; Avoid Tight Spots. many years ago I rode a motorcycle, in the winter it could get really cold at 30 - 50 mph. So a base layer, a LOOSE Mid layer, and a Loose around the knees, elbows, and seat areas especially were absolutely necessary to protect from frostbite. I, and other motorcyclists, would stop and get a newspaper and layer it under our base layer at the windward points on really cold rides. the wind would crush the loft of the mid layers and ruin the insulation but the papers would at least keep the frostbite off us.

[@JoeBlobA]

A lot of government-owned buildings have water fountains. Also, so do hospitals (which are more secure right now). Heck, same with airports before the security checkpoint, if you’re just getting water, you might be okay Edit: I was talking to a couch-surfer. She has a planet fitness membership and uses their showers over there

[@anneinohio8232]

Many water fountains in public buildings have been shut off due to the recent health event. Not sure if they are turned back on.

[@improvisedsurvival5967]

Baking soda is good prep. Can see it being useful.

[@JoeHinojosa-ph8yw]

Homeless around where I work, bunch up in 3s,4s. All back each other up. Harder to jump one, when 3 others counter you, sometimes with makeshift weapons. 2 can sleep while 1 watches another forages.

[@Joseph-vm3sp]

Coffee filters are a great universal paper product. It's not absorbent but it's durable, easy storage(backpack), one dollar = 100 "sheets".

[@SarandonSmith-ok1xp]

I'll be homeless from the end of the month. I appreciate the video

[@ulrikezachmann7596]

The most sensible video I have watched on homelessness so far. There are obviously differing levels of homelessness as there are different people who are homeless.I have yet to see a KZbin clip made by a woman. It also depends on what country you live in and relative laws. The best tool and resource is always your brain. You can’t put that in a bug out bag.

[@jamesdude4220]

first thing I would say as homeless have learn to trust there instincts towards your well being. if you feel uptight look around you close there's a reason!!! second thing is if you truly need it carry it. if you don't need it don't carry it. third thing if you see them then your seen. I sleep alone never near someone else. forth thing looking tactical means your going to get robbed. fifth thing is know your body needs for nutrition. eat as you need not as you want. sixth thing learn to blind in. look like everyone. don't stand out

[@AKayfabe]

I don’t feel uncomfortable whatsoever because I myself spent 10 years homeless, and believe me I know some things because of it. I could make a chain of videos on how to survive being homeless

[@daniellow426]

You should make those vids. Point them generally at the prepper community you might get a good audience, and maybe and eventual income.

[@cillaloves2fish688]

I would like to watch your videos!

[@Businessaccount312]

I originall thought it said " 12 Survival Tips From The Homies "

[@Iridium242]

lol

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

You can wad up newspaper and stuff it in your clothes for insulation to ward against cold weather.

[@adventurersclub1]

I'm curently working on a video with the same thopic 🙂

[@Joseph-vm3sp]

The Army's Favorite saying is, "Drink water, change your Socks Hoowa! For good reason.

[@canadafree2087]

Layer up your hands, feet and head. Carry thing socks and thick, thin gloves and thick, thin hat and thick. This 3 in 1 layers gives you a light layer, a medium layer, and both together gives you a heavy layer. Newspaper are becoming a think of the past, but keep an eye out at all times for sheets of plastic, cardboard boxes, tyvek, etc. Urban homeless have more access to tap water than they do to burnable material that will attract attention. If it is free take it. You might not need it now but you can use it later. If you must pan handle, write the items you need as you will look less likely to spend any money they give you on booze or drugs.

[@pamelaconley9744]

Hey George, this was a great video!! I never would have thought that following advice by the homeless would come in handy but wow...why not!! Thanks for the great advice!!

[@Reddog1776]

Ice water in your veins has served me well for many years. It scares some people and that's fine.

[@gp1971]

You always have something good. Take care.

[@Scriptorsilentum]

best thing i learned when homeless was in the woods, in the city in the back of a vehicle or an abandoned bldg get tin cans say two or three where one slides into the other. small, med, large. ok. find a nail or spike somewhere or a husky bush knife and poke holes all around the tops and the bottoms of the tins on the side. mount a candle securely (?!) and then one after the other place the empty cans on top of the flame. almost like that clay planter trick with a tealight. was surprised to find it worked really well.

[@gingebrien2408]

I would argue your food recommendations. Collect money/ change and buy hot dogs, chicken, eggs, sardines. If one gets enough animal saturated fats they will be able to prevent infections, and repair the body. I know this is not the medical nutritional mantra we have been fed, but it’s correct. Now if you can’t get fresh meat, remember eggs are incredibly nutritious and don’t need to be refrigerated. I get why you mentioned chips and carbs. But carbs are not essential. Saturated animal fats and protein ( essential amino acids) are essential.

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

Instant coffee.

[@thesuspense...2939]

Crinkle the newspaper and stuff it in between your clothing layers.

[@SubwayRat455]

Be sure to secrete all jewelry. Don't handle cash or other valuables in public where others may notice. Don't expose the items in your pack that you might not think are "valuable", but are valuable on the street.

[@cutwir3317]

About to be homeless, medical bill $7k.I have a job will pay bill in 7 months. Thank you for the advice this helps.

[@stroop3666]

I am one incident away from being homeless.

[@meanoldrunk]

i have been homeless twice. once in a big city ( miami after hurricane andrew, by choice. i was young and hoping to make good money doing construction . i got fucked over by everyone i dealt with, except for the cuban community, they always paid well, tipped, made lunch etc.) 2nd.. bad choices in life. homeless people..... there are good and there is a mega ton of bad. do not make friends with them, do not trust any of them,.... i dont care if they have kids or a puppy. i am sorry if i sound cold and calloused ... but i have lived among them and its like a prison clique, you are welcome if you have something to offer, but if you dont.... well you wont. that back pack of goodies will be gone when you wake up........ after being klonked in the head with a tree branch

[@GEAUXFRUGAL]

NYC rent just too high. Stay away from places that requires thousands to get indoors. Make your money there while homeless get away from there in your hybrid vehicle you can live out of it easier. Jake McCollum is living this way he got helped with the loan but it not impossible build enough wealth to get in an affordable vehicle. They do have storage units all over so you can look normal getting shower and living for ~$200 a month. NYC has subway system that you pay by the month you can bring your bike for a small fee. Carry a hammock you can find places to hang that would be impossible to sleep in any other way. The best look is ready to work. Construction clothes are durable and can allow you to carry things like hammer, box cutter , hard hat. The worst thing you can do when you're homeless is to let people know you are homeless. When you reach that level it's the law of the jungle not the law of the land you lose rights it shouldn't be that way but that's the way it is you lose credibility you lose rights. So your best bet is to have a storage unit where you can lock your things up and nobody knows just keep it to yourself grab you some showers at the gym when you get in the gym don't tell people you're homeless just grab your shower and act like it's a regular old day you're there to exercise after work. Use the fact that you're homeless to your advantage get your storage unit closer to where you work or have your storage unit closer to the services that you require like your gym. Every time I've been homeless it was because a woman wears power tripping and they took everything I owned and put me out. I'm in my 50s now I don't have anything to do with women. They're just not stable enough and they want to use the system to manipulate you. Especially if you're a good guy and you're a live and let live type person they see that as weakness and it's not. But needless to say I've been without one for over 4 years now and I don't see myself going back.

[@gnosticbaseball]

Showers in storage units?

[@cherylT321]

Good advice!

[@GEAUXFRUGAL]

@@gnosticbaseball Showers at the gym. Rather than carry all you own on your back a small unit allos you to swap out things and not be so vulnerable. In the real world they see homeless as a target and weakness.

[@tryingndoing]

Thank you. Blessings!

[@fredsnyder3063]

You can learn from anyone if you choose. Thank you

[@kimberleabene1373]

Awesome video. I learned at least 4 things that could save our lives! Simple, back to no nonsense practical.

[@sheilagaleano365]

Love this. Great information! Always better to be informed BEFORE you need that information for survival, as you well know : )

[@MrLandphill]

Another great video, thanks for the time you put into bringing great content to your viewers

[@montereyspike]

Seems like it would be safer to sleep during the day. I've also seen some homeless people sleep on a pallet, with some added padding. It looks like that would maybe protect you from the cold of the ground, especially with the added layers of cardboard. I once knew a man who had created an underground home that was really cool, and he told almost no one about his place or where it was, it looked like it took a lot of work, probably months to slowly and covertly dig out his underground home that was about 10 by 10 and six or seven feet deep.

[@valiantval6539]

A brilliant video, hopefully we will not have to put these tips into use but thank you.

[@stevehartman1730]

TIP if you have a car but homeless get a full car cover. Go to a family oriented neighbofhood n afternoon . Choose parking spot w no parking meters. Choose a spot under a tree but with street light. Put car cover over whole car then leave n go to restaurant or library or movie or whatever. When its dark like bout 8 or later when most are inside watching tv. Make sure noone sès u then enter car. BE QUIET. Sleep n eat n car but QUIET. Theres enuf light from street light. KEEP CAR INTERIOR LIGHTS N FLASHLIGHTS OFF LOCK CAR DOORS. When you r ready to move on try to b discreet. Behave in case u have to come back to same spot. Be clean well spoken n dont act weird. Get n use. Baby wipes wear clean clothes. Take work when u can. Keep safe.

[@mariatorres9789]

Keep your arm through the strap of your pack while sleeping. Somebody will snatch it right out from under your head. If someone offers you something, and you don't need it, take it & trade it. ALWAYS have situational awareness, hobos can be sweet all day, & rob you with the flip of a switch, after they've sized you up. Never leave your pack w/ someone for them to 'watch it' for you real quick. Stay away from anyone that just got out of prison, desperate people do desperate things, and they likely don't have resources, except for what they can 'get', including from you. Don't show anything expensive that you might have. You can EASILY eat food from trash, fastfood places have to toss their food every 20mins.

[@tomcatt998]

U got hobos and bums mixed up,, I'm 66 and been tramping around for years,, never knew a real hobo to steal anything,, now a bum or doper will rob U blind..🚂

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

Some fast-food places in cities, spray insecticides in their dumpsters- Beware !

[@kerker3122]

If you go to a homeless cleanup site, you can pick up some nice dirty, smelly items that can be good camouflage, to help make people doubt that you have anything worthwhile.

[@julianperry4242]

What about by big AC’s and units on the side of buildings? It’s out of the way, by shelter, and white noise to sleep.

[@americafirst9144]

Thrift stores are good places to get misc. little bags for things like first aid.

[@americafirst9144]

A collapsible bucket enables you to clean up in a bathroom.

[@georgespeck8761]

how about a coalition/ desert scarf to add to your bug out bag/ back pack. I own 3 of them, the size of mine are 42x42 inches

[@mysticvirgo9318]

Great food source .. Donut shops.. they always toss out the unsoald from the day before .. so long as not a buncha coffee trash it will be good even when stale

[@peterbehringer63]

Watched the video this morning.....A tip on improvised tarps from my observation work ..the homeless and street life folks here in large Venezuelan cities regularly scavenge thick plastic sheet advertising banners and put them to good use. You can bet your bottom dollar we plan to incorporate their practices and interview advice in my writing work on a possible new post-SHTF adventure series, a tropical version mashup of The Walking Dead, Mad Max and Lara Croft Tomb Raider.

[@trishbutler8910]

& thanks 4 the many tips it'll come in handy this winter I know all about layers long ago

[@seedy-waney-bonnie4906]

Tent and traps are a most.

[@Joseph-vm3sp]

Extreme Cold- I bought a "Sauna- suit" for 10 bucks from Walmart. It was so cold, I didn't sweat, but it did trap heat.

[@wmluna381]

I actually saw those the other day there. I laughed because I remember them from the 80's. Surprised I haven't seen a survival video using them over all these years watching this kind of content. 😄

[@Joseph-vm3sp]

@@wmluna381 Lol..I mentioned the suit in a prepper comment section one time and got blocked...I guess they thought it was ridiculous. I Learned, if your stationary, the suit becomes stiff and unproductive.. If you move alot, you will sweat, so there is a balance. In an extreme scenario, it's a quick easy way to build and maintain a core temperature.

[@wmluna381]

@@Joseph-vm3sp Those are all useful details and data, if you ask me. Thank you for sharing. I've come to find and observe that a chunk of preppers are limited thinkers. Nothing, but -X- and *only* -X- will do for themselves...AND others.

[@daniellow426]

Frog Togs, in the camping section of walmarts. 20 - 25 $ last I saw. Buy them 1 or 2 sizes larger so you have room to put the top on over your pack, gives you room to sweat and add layers. Good Wind and rain protection, though they will rip if you're really rough with them. Heavy rain will saturate spots on them at some point so you need to still find cover.

[@wtywatoad]

If you are willing to help yourself, there is ALWAYS help available. You just need enough humility to do whatever it takes. I know this personally.

[@mariatorres9789]

That's not true, lol. Wishful thinking.

[@katie7748]

Yep. Took us awhile and it sucked but we did it.

[@FriarTuck81]

You have met some desperate hobos. When sleeping next to hobos make sure to keep some distance. When packing all you need is a sleeping bag and cooking tools, past that everything else will be available when on the go. Fights only break out if you violate property or reputation. Hobos don’t use sun screen or clean most wounds, your body is good at fighting bacteria if you expose yourself. When getting clothes be prepared to wear them for days on end and not showering, polyester is best. The only reason a hobo is dirty to get money. The worse I looked the more money I made.

[@FriarTuck81]

There are restaurants that work with hobos, pizza shops are best. They’re not allowed to give food away so you go to their pizza dumpster if the place is considerate of hobos.

[@coloradopackratprepper]

This is a very good informative vid!!!! Rewatchin a second time!!!

[@waynegenewick8570]

Good video for these trying times..#12 essential

[@MichaelR58]

Good video , have a great day , God bless !

[@MasonJoe-en1tj]

Currently thinking of working a job that will make me homeless. Need to tough it out for 2 weeks to save for car

[@vegasprepping1022]

That was a great intro G and of course another good video. You guys doing the show tonight?

[@HospitalForSouls.X]

I'm homeless now, it looks like this time will be permanent. This has been going on for 7 years on/off. I'm almost 28.

[@thesurvivalistfarmer]

Great topic!

[@rdaugherty52]

I watched a homeless guy on a night that was snowing, pouring down rain, thunder and lightning, good grief couldn’t get much worse this guy has a Christmas blanket I think it had Santa Clause on it he pulls out a 55 gallon trash bag crawls in the bag with his blanket and stays like a bug in a rug, ever since that I always have a contractor bag in my car or pack. I also like having a collapsible fishing pole with some lures and hooks anyway that’s my tip.