The Hidden Woodsmen Survival Kit -Hobo Survival Setup! -Junkyard Fox

[@ericgarcia5108]

This is why I keep watching your videos, so different and unique. When was the last time some of the other creators in this genre dress up as and roll played a hobo...… Enough with the backyard batoners! Great vid man, keep em coming!

[@JunkyardFox]

thank you so much for the kind words Eric, they mean the world to me. we put our heart and soul into making great outdoor content while adding a lot of organic creativity to them.

[@Demon_vv]

I heard James lost his job...

[@susanp.collins7834]

​@@Demon_vvJames?

[@bugnfront]

You only missed one detail. A cardboard sign that says "will Bushcraft for food"! Lol. City bushcraft is sooo forgotten in most scenarios for survival. Good jo!

[@Tsiri09]

Hint: charge your cell phone at a local library. You don't need a card to go inside, take a book and sit down near an outlet.

[@ouidabrady4261]

Also a good idea to carry an electrical adapter for charging as well

[@cherylT321]

Good one!

[@susanp.collins7834]

I carry a spare battery for my phone.

[@Tsiri09]

When I was homeless, I learned from other homeless people how to survive without stealing or begging on a corner. I do not criticize or condemn those who do have to beg. A good part of urban survival is being invisible. If SHTF happens, and you find yourself "unskilled," find someone homeless and pay them (money, food, shelter) to teach you. For water jugs, I saved gatorade and powerade 1 qt bottles and filled them in bathrooms. I never gave a darn who saw me- no one said anything.

[@metropolized5343]

Expect a lot of people here would watch videos on your unique insights Tina. Wishing you all the best from UK.

[@cherylT321]

Hope things are better for you, now.

[@javiergimenez9621]

respect for you my friend

[@chrismackay8314]

Yes sometimes I carry a 16 Oz coke bottle, partially squished it fits in my back pocket

[@bugnfront]

Bushcraft docudrama! Sic for sure!

[@susanp.collins7834]

I have a foraging bag too! Its made out of two towels sewn together so it doubles as a towel. It has a strip on it for running a belt through and my kit goes INTO the foraging bag which then folds in half. It rides on my belt like a dream although it looks like a 9 months pregnant sweet potato. It weighs just under a kilogram.

[@charlesmurphy7712]

That water key information is worth the entire video!!! Outstanding review of the kit and watched it twice. Although a hobo hear in the East is more prone to rail yards and back ways along the tracks and outskirts of small towns. I live near a "Hobo" village located across the mill property about a mile down the rail line. Usually approximately 30 to 40 hobos and sometimes bums can be found around there. The bums can be dangerous but the guys who call themselves hobo are alright . You can hire them out for day work for fifty and a meal and they will work their tails off. Bums won't work at all.

[@HoboRoadrunner]

Finally some one knows about us

[@charlesmurphy7712]

@@HoboRoadrunner yes ,I know sometimes those who wander are not lost . When I was very young I had a relative ( we called him uncle Jack) he was the son of my great grandmother's stepsister ( long story) . But he lived a hobo style life . He would hop a train and go to places all over the US . He even visited Canada and Mexico . He once was gone for two years and everyone thought he had died or been killed but he showed up with small gifts from Colombia. He would do odjobs around the village like painting houses and I would tag along behind him and listen to some stories he would tell . So he passed some knowledge of the hobo way. He told me of signs and markings but that's been over forty years ago. He lived till he was in his late seventies. The last time he disappeared was about the time I went into high school. When he came back he was very sick and he stayed up with his sister's house and family till he passed.

[@mrwes100]

Charles Murphy Sillcock key 👍

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

Those "keys" are available at most hardware stores.

[@shovelhead8]

A lot more people live in the cities than the country, and you need a kit like this to get out of town, or to hide out in town. Thank you for showing us your ideas on what might go into an urban kit, James

[@IrishZombieNation]

This was an EXCELLENT video. The intro was incredible! Top notch work brother!

[@VanishingNomad]

That has to be the wealthiest Hobo I have ever seen!

[@susanp.collins7834]

Mine is an old 3-compartment red cosmetic bag. Two zippered compartments and in the middle one flat with loopy thingies. Works like a bomb. I made a few mods. The whole thing took me about 6 weeks to fully get together. Designed, redesigned, put things in, took things out, reorganised things. Currently holds about 190 items...

[@cherylT321]

I just bought a silock key recently. Since I got it, I’m looking at buildings in a whole new way!

[@donaldtimmons1472]

James, thank you so much. I love this stuff and your channel is one of the best. I like to “hobocation” and do regularly. I travel by bus, anywhere I want to go, Urban or not and hang out for weeks. Thanks for your wonderful channel. I’ll definitely be trying and I’m sure buying this pack! I have traveled every kind of way EXCEPT nomadically and I meet more people and have more fun this way than ever. When I start to feel like I’m becoming feral, I’ll check in a nice little motel. Recoup, make a plan and then head out to another place.😊 Happy Friday travels my friend. Oh, I’m 57😂.

[@robertweldon7909]

It should go without saying, waring cargo pants, with much of your stuff in them, is better than having a exposed pack, while being a " gray man". Even so a small kit bag or small day pack, bed roll and a few other exposed carry thing is a huge help. This is a nice compact kit, Making it look a bit worn would be nice too. I find that I learn more new stuff, when watching someone who knows his stuff. Here I learned about the little water wrench and water access points. Thanks James ;-)

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

A short piece of wire with a nut & bolt attached to each end acts as a opener for maintenence type manhole covers. Slip one end into a hole in the manhole and using the other end as a handle, pull up the manhole cover...instant access to a safe, dry urban shelter. Some of these can turn into underground mansions with lighting and power!

[@user-el7jctrio]

Очень понравилась как ты а начале видео показываешь как можно, или как используешь вещи из твоего набора👍🏻👍🏻 сумка видно что сделана очень качественно и продумана до мелочей, очень простая. Понравилось что внутри красные карманы, это даёт быстрее разглядеть что в нутри и возможно использовать как сигнал. А самое Главное, то что она сделана в США а не в Китае. Своих производителей надо знать и поддерживать. И я рад что ты используешь наличные деньги а не банковские карты👍🏻👍🏻 Всем Людям желаю сплочённости, свободы и мира🌱👩‍🌾🌻🦅☀️

[@mahadarma]

This is exactly what urban survival in Indonesia what I'm thinking of. Not some wild and bush craft survival. Cuz this kind of survival is prone to our country, and I can't find something like this in KZbin. Thanks for making this video. Keep making great video. I hope more of something like this in the future.

[@johnrudy9404]

Again...may I add....learn skills and how to deal with adversity. The kit may be lost, or damaged. Make the situation work. People loose their heads and make bad decisions....me included. This is a great episode JF!

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

I downloaded this video 2 yrs ago and I still watch it periodically. I really enjoy your opening sequence! The gear review is excellent for what seems to be an excellent piece of gear! Keep up the good work, James! This is Jan,02,202, so hoping for a better year ahead!

[@JunkyardFox]

Thank you very much!

[@coastalartistlivingonislan8395]

@@JunkyardFoxalmost 2024 now. End of 2023. We still need this. The world has changed so much.

[@richwalter3107]

Found this after the fact... thank you, still relevant today

[@samwilliams1142]

There are square nut ¼" drive sockets that also fit those doors and water valves. Ours at work were ⅜" square.

[@carlholmes2251]

Of all the books I've read and videos I've watched , this maybe one of the best for urban survival. Also this is the first video of yours I've seen and will not be the last.

[@coltonberry9935]

really respect the cinematic touches, solid filmmaking man

[@carljohnson5015]

I know its been 5 yrs since you filmed this but once again your videos are outstanding. You should get an Oscar for how you rolled in the credits in the first few minutes.

[@rashedyshedy5666]

Realistic & fantastic! This is what I'm looking for! No BS!

[@roscoexparfield4319]

That has to be the most useful thing I have seen! Thanks junkyard and your efforts

[@bugnfront]

job! Need to add a "Hobo trail sign guide"! I did spend some time on that trail..hobo communication is markings, signs and hand draw pics and messages to identify important terrains, water supplies, food sources and safe sleep ravines etc. Think it over..

[@educationcentral_]

Tent, sleeping bag, food/water wallet, gym membership , military seabag . Protective clothing and most of all invisibility

[@PostApocSurvival]

I got the 2nd version of the bag and i love it honestly you got me interested in buying the bag and i made a homeless/hobo kit with it

[@brokentoyland]

I really loved this one. The opening story was awesome. Great job. I liked seeing the text on that metal box, then again on the piece of cardboard. You guys make such an outstanding artistic team. It really shows through in your vids.

[@JunkyardFox]

we appreciate the love and support, val!

[@dannyboyspace]

Great beginning with the skit to see things in actual use!

[@MasterK9Trainer]

Good job, I love how it looked like a movie.

[@JH_1095]

That was a cool video.. Probably how a real survival situation would go down for most...

[@johnrudy9404]

Just opening credits alone are fun and unexpected.

[@chrishogue5070]

One of my favorite survival videos ever. Well thought out and well done ! 👍

[@thinkingsurvival]

Your intro was great! Thanks for posting.

[@Iridium242]

Cool kit, and I loved the intro.

[@rickc4317]

What a great imagination you have, James. Wonderfully done video and review with a impressively thought out survival pack by you and super items by Malcolm to put them in.

[@johnnymack9600]

Hey. Those pidgions would make a good meal if you had a sling shot. Love the skit, right to the point. Thanks bud!

[@janetstarr9554]

Fun skit! I improvised a daypack once with a nylon grocery sack and paracord. I recommend using more cordage to fold it for at least 3 or 4 strands and that will tame the strain from weight on a single strand!!! Thanks for the fun!

[@JunkyardFox]

Thanks for the tips!

[@BrosephRussell]

That was an awesome urban Survival skit. I love the look of that Survival kit man it sure fits alot I like the versatility of it from a Survival kit to a fire kit , I think I would maybe use it as a first Aid kit .

[@rowdyyates372]

Jus watched this vid again, each time i see it i like the hobo skit more than the last time. Keep up the good work and stay safe

[@JunkyardFox]

Glad you enjoy it! i like to get cinematic sometimes

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

EXCELLENT video, Fox! Kit was VERY well thought out! Nothing superfluous or gimmicky. I really liked your little skit at the beginning! Music fit perfectly! Very well done, sir! Keep those videos coming!

[@JunkyardFox]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@JunkyardFox]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@gregoryk.9815]

I was homeless for a while, everything you own is a wear it or carry it thing. This kit would be great if you could hide it somewhere in case you lost everything else for some reason.

[@ThePhatWabbit]

Great video man! I get that this is supposed to showcase survival, but I really wouldn't heat and eat straight out of a canned food container. They use some sort of lining on there (used to BPA but they use something else nowadays) and heating it over a direct fire will probably send it right into the food. If possible, maybe you can incorporate a small 500ml snow peak mini titanium cooking pot into the kit? It might seem bulky at first, but you can stuff other items into the mini pot itself

[@cillaloves2fish688]

Awesome James! Loved it!!

[@maysdogus]

Awesome skit James, love the imagination.

[@cmliphone]

Really nice review. Malcolm is an awesome guy and his stuff is top notch. I think this small pack is the height of his current design.

[@Texo_McKevo]

Ever thought on doing a “historical” bushcraft with the satchel, a canteen made of leather, and what ever is in your gear?

[@ironknucklesbrewbeast6166]

Nice little bag. Like the blaze orange on the inside. Enjoyed the beginning of the video too.

[@paulkelzer5038]

This video reminds me of the opening of the movie Omega Man.....Cool!

[@jackking8963]

Well done boys. Very artsy, I'm impressed. One of your best videos so far. Love the creativity. Keep them coming. Take care.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank you very much, we appreciate the love and support.

[@metropolized5343]

Superb video. Big fan of the presentation too.

[@JunkyardFox]

Glad you liked it! we enjoy adding a cinematic quality to our content.

[@stevegilette9606]

You did a really good making this video. The videography in the beginning was fantastic.

[@JunkyardFox]

im glad you liked it, really wanted to show some gear in action.

[@earlelzy9975]

Nice job. I have things like that too, and I like your ideas too. I should buy his gear.

[@six10creative]

Still one of my favorites!

[@DannyRiskit]

Very fun and great video! Nice change of pace!

[@RonOrud]

The intro did a great job of explaining what was in your pack and why.

[@leojoseph6385]

Good video with a realistic intro to a Hobo scenario! Yup, that kit is Full! Figuring out where to get free water, shelter and electricity is a must skill. For this video, our Character could have made a simple Walking Cane or Staff to provide a layer of Security, and string up some trip cans as an alarm.

[@nomad753]

Man oh man do I wish for more videos like this. Urban homeless survival. Awesome brother. I know it can be dangerous on the streets , being there for 9 months myself, but just seeing it on screen... Totally killer!

[@JunkyardFox]

im planning to film more videos like this soon

[@pablozequeira4585]

Another great video. The scenarios you come up with are what sets you apart. God Bless.

[@JunkyardFox]

i appreciate that, glad you enjoyed it!

[@mapispecapac]

Grate urban survival video, Looking forward to see a more urban scenarios

[@christopherellis2663]

Very cool vid. Knowing how to do backstreets and abandoned areas is just as important as out in the woods

[@JunkyardFox]

very true! i appreciate that, glad you enjoyed it!

[@sarahpride5556]

Excellent video! I thought the kit bag was a construction contractor’s tool pouch... and your attire gave that image. Gray man for the inner-city. Great kit and well thought out.

[@JunkyardFox]

Glad you enjoyed it! We really wanted to do something unconventional and move away from the wilderness survival type scenario

[@jeffsmith6441]

I have several Hidden Woodsmen products and they're all built very well. Awesome gear!

[@JunkyardFox]

me too and they just keep getting better and better!

[@jonathanm8197]

Hi Junkyard Fox. Please be aware that tin cans are lined with plastic, which releases harmful chemicals into food when heated. It would be safer to empty the can into a camping pot and heat that. Best wishes

[@ljaysperspective1775]

I enjoyed the uniqueness of ur vid. It reflected a real lived out scenerio. But most homeless persons do not have the funds to purchase this type of bag much less the items in the bag. But it was an intetesting skit, urben servivor definitely, i believe you also mentioned it. Good vid thx for sharing

[@VanishingNomad]

You can use the Black Beard fire starter as a replacement. Its similar, only bigger.

[@OldManGlitch]

I sure do like your theme videos. They're great. Keep them coming....Thanks

[@JunkyardFox]

i appreciate that, glad you enjoyed it!

[@morgan10152]

Nicely done. Very complete, and easy to carry. I would probably replace the fire starter tin with a small first aid kit. All very good choices. Very few people include the Sillcock (water) key. I definitely have one in mine. You can get a folding cup, but I like the collapsible water bag. Keep up the great work. Thanks for sharing.

[@JunkyardFox]

i appreciate that, glad you enjoyed it! thanks for watching!

[@ericshipman5769]

I seriously love your work bro! The water key info was top notch. This video was VERY entertaining...

[@JunkyardFox]

i appreciate the love, brother!

[@MartinBrabi]

Perfect EDC kit!

[@lesliepaulkovacs6442]

Sorry James. I got mine a few weeks back, so I can't purchase it from you. BUT it is an Outstanding piece of Kit, well worth the money. Mine is set up for Urban Survival also. Glad to see you actually showed how a "Sillcock Key" works to get Water. I have most of the same items in mine. But I'd add a pack of Wet Ones and a small bottle of Hand Sanitizer to the gear. Thanks again and Take Care.

[@kurtnorrell]

I do like watching your videos....keep up the great work....

[@JunkyardFox]

Cheers!

[@troymanning3150]

What I think is ridiculously awesome is the price! His stuff is great and very affordable. He could easily charge more for the quality he's putting out. Thanks!....another great video

[@JunkyardFox]

i appreciate that, glad you enjoyed it!

[@dondiaz1182]

Cool video! Love the format. Keep up the great work!

[@johna6291]

this pouch kinda reminds me of the Maxpedition Neatfreak... which I've been using for three years as a tool bag at work. It's a tough bag but somewhat heavy. This one by H.W.m looks a bit lighter.. which is a good thing

[@richardhenry1969]

Gotta say I really dig that bag. I’ve just never found anything hidden woodsman I could afford. They have very nice designs just totally outside of my price range. I know it’s bad to say but I’d rather use a Chinese bag and have money to go out then sit home for months buying gear that’s not much better in the long run. I’m on a very fixed income that’s why some of these gear videos are pipe dreams. The other one that really gets me is knife prices. I now use BPS adventurer and a Old hickory custom for fishing. One other knife I highly recommend is Utica Ute-n2 neck knife. It is with me whenever I walk outside. Hard to lose something around your neck , unless your head falls off.

[@TheHighAngler]

Hey Richard, I too have looked into Hidden Woodsman and yes, awesome stuff but not for my wallet. The most important thing I can say is get the best that you can afford. If that means china made so be it. Better to have something than nothing. This video shows what you can do with concepts that maybe we haven’t thought about ourselves. The gear he has with him including bag is probably between $100-$150 (I’m just talking a stab at the overall cost so don’t blast me if I’m wrong) but you can do the same thing for a lot less.

[@richardhenry1969]

@@TheHighAngler yes very true. It just seems crazy how KZbin went from people showing gear that’s not expensive and holds up. To becoming a commercial that never saying anything bad about the most expensive gear. Even worse is because it’s now trendy to camp hike an bushcarft anything that can be put into those categories suddenly jumps in value. When I was younger those 3 things were the same now they are separate ideas. What really blows my mind is the ultra light hiker an how much that stuff cost. Most of the ultra light people won’t even touch survival gear because it’s to heavy. It’s amazing how corporations have made outdoor activity a huge money pit. While alienating everyone. I guess making it seem special each area is a way to make people buy what they are pushing. Just my opinion.

[@tiffanyvelez1340]

Love ur music!! Love ur bags 2 really big problems neather l or a hobo could afford them or 80% of ur gear try doing this again with Wally World and junkshop stuff, that water key is one of the best things you have,,the sawyer is good to,

[@jspate61]

Love your kit. Totally dig the philosophy. Thanks for sharing. Cheers from Montreal QC (Canada)

[@JunkyardFox]

be sure to check out our review we did last week on the hidden woodsmen m44 haversack!

[@Vantarmy]

I would replace the powerbank with one that has solar cells on one side, so you can charge it while suburbing.

[@karentierney9258]

Excellent information, thanks....

[@fnafandtrains8738]

Awesome Kit and video! Thank you

[@jannah4288]

Great video, love how you represented a realistic urban situation use for the items.

[@JunkyardFox]

Jannah than you for watching, I’m glad you liked it! Also be sure to. Heck out our latest video, we use a haversack in a wilderness hiking scenario that is gorgeous! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKnblquPfNxjnqM

[@edbiasi]

That's a perfect size bag for just about everything except long term outings. I need a scout pack first then I'll get one of those.

[@Texo_McKevo]

Your intro when it started gave me Shaun of the dead vibes but without the comedic satire but still enjoyed it.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

When using your "key" to obtain water from public building's exterior taps...let the water run for 30 seconds or longer (if safe), as this water might have been standing in that pipe for months. Letting it run for a while will guarantee fresh water.

[@educationcentral_]

You are a legend

[@HarshmanHills]

Excellent video. I spent 3 years in El Paso during my military time. Great city. New supporter

[@buckbuck22]

GREAT vid, and review. Looks awesome!

[@jamesdude4220]

well done friend

[@gweegwee5820]

Nicely done sir. Awesome take on a gear review

[@danielw7126]

Those Pine Fire sticks look like hemp that's soaked in either pine tar or pine resin.

[@jmh7884]

Great video

[@Aherrxs]

Subscribed before the intro was even over. Great work dude 🤟🏽

[@JunkyardFox]

Welcome aboard!

[@FulcrumMW]

Awesome video, James! Love it ✊ also, Analog Feel is the bomb 👍 Happy Holidays, my friend!

[@richardschneider4775]

what is with the tape on one boot ? when you sleep under buildings a gun or knife is not optional in Texas .I like to soup in a can on the folding stove& beanie weinee in the cans work well also

[@jeffreyhill3960]

Cool vid!

[@mtstream55n]

Awesome video and yes Malcom makes great stuff!

[@urbanredneck968]

Nice theme.