The Origins Of Junkyard Fox: Tagged By IZN

Tagged by Leo From IZN, to discuss when did i know the outdoors would become a great passion of mine. I cook up a few steaks and enjoy a few beers, as i elaborate on my bushcraft origins as well as discuss my old projects that led to me here.
Link to Cuervo Negro music: / cuervnegro
filmed in the El Paso, Texas/New Mexico area, Chihuahuan Desert. Survival, Self-Reliance, Bushcraft, Camping, Making Fire, James Harris. Original music by Cuervo Negro. Junkyard Fox

[@Savage_OnesX]

Been watching your vids for a while now. Gotta say it hit home for me when you said your body knows when it needs to get up and move. I have had this yearning for a long time to get up and go out camping/learning more survival skills in my area. Always have been into survival and prepping and bushcrafting but unfortunately I have been sucked into the world of paying bills and working a mind-numbing 9-5 and always have used that as an excuse to not go learn these skills. I plan on changing that soon. Even though I live in Las Vegas, NV I still feel there is so much beauty out here in the desert. Your channel has inspired me to get out and explore more of this scenery and hopefully get more involved in survival and bushcraft. Even though we may all be getting old, the little kid in us still needs to get out and play, or as you say...get your boots dirty. Keep up the good work man.

[@JunkyardFox]

im very glad this video inspired you and i do hope you take time to head out there and just take in all the beauty from the natural world. something as simple as putting the phone down and eating lunch outside after a little hike can do wonders for the soul. happy thanksgiving, my friend.

[@robertchilders4031]

Terrific video. Thanks. I found your videos a few days ago and have enjoyed watching and listening the past few days. There's a good story in this one. Keep up the good work.

[@RobPainless]

Good video, great story. Well done, James.

[@christopherellis2663]

Thank you for the fine telling of your tale.

[@Johonavich49]

Wow you are a great artist! Very inspiring story, thanks!

[@edbiasi]

Wow what an artist! Excellent vid bud

[@santanansilva9635]

That was dope man! And perfect music to tell a story to. I'm from AZ and I'll be moving to Texas soon so it'll be good to get to know the land better.

[@new2survival]

You are so talented mate. That graphic novel looks amazing.

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

And duel survival , bear grills, survivor man!! Love those shows as well.

[@sandstorm6605]

Thanks for sharing this man. I definitely get it.

[@crhoneshot]

good job... loved the story. great video keep up the wonderful work. thx

[@JunkyardFox]

im glad ye liked it, i was worried viewers would find this video boring.

[@mattmclean4478]

Excellent video! Very much enjoyed hearing your story.

[@JunkyardFox]

im very glad ye did. i appreciate the views, my friend.

[@MASTERU487]

Great Video! a lot of us are awaking of the system and looking to live a real life. away from the superficial or material things that only slave us. PD: the steaks look awesome!!

[@doco8627]

Amazing story and great looking food. Wish I had your art skills. Thanks for sharing.

[@JunkyardFox]

glad ye enjoyed the video. thank ye very much for watching.

[@CoyoteRidge]

Youre a talented artist. My artistic journey went the route of music. I too discovered various survival shows and found learning the skills and tools of preparedness helped me overcome anxiety.

[@PaleoHikerMD]

What a wonderful video man, it's so nice to get to know others here on KZbin. Inspiring story. Look at where you have come, and you will never stop learning. That is why we do what we do! I will do my response soon...and that taco was tasty :)

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, im glad ye liked it. hope ye enjoyed the taco lol

[@KnifeRev]

Thanks for sharing your story, I enjoyed it.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, brother!

[@irvhawke199]

Turning a negative into a positive is what life is all about. Thanks for your sharing your story bro. Peace

[@WisdomInTheWoods]

7:27 much love bro! I’ve learned so much from him.

[@kerrypurcell6022]

you explain this well,,,,,your insight,helps us all who feel the pull of what you are talking about,,,,

[@JunkyardFox]

thank you Kerry, im glad you enjoyed it

[@charlesmurphy7712]

great story told from the heart ,enjoy your work. wishing you great success with the comic, looks more like a graffic novel !

[@JunkyardFox]

thnak ye very much, i appreciate that.

[@Messerjocke90]

Thank you for this video dude ✌️. Almost like you spoke for me, except for the butchering a rabbit thing. I can't do that man and I'm trying to avoid buying cheap meat. But until this day I sadly haven't spend a night in the woods. Irrational fears I guess. But Dave's channel and dual survival with him and Cody where also a huge impact for me.

[@wheelsgonewild1286]

Great story. You are a very good artist.

[@JunkyardFox]

thanks so much, i appreciate that!

[@macindy73]

hey James. i love your vids. great stuft. hope we see many More from you. thump up.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, im glad ye enjoyed the video.

[@biglou4452]

Awesome story:') the outdoors is awesome...love the music background feels like the old West.:')

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, glad ye liked it, my cameraman makes the music for the channel.

[@OutdoorAdventurecraft]

Nice one buddy. You're right about not taking your area for granted. You live in a beautiful part of our world. Enjoy it, be proud of it, and for sure keep sharing it with us!!! Thanks for your videos man.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, im glad ye enjoyed it Rusell!

[@douggoines]

James that was an awesome video! Subscribed.

[@JunkyardFox]

im glad you enjoyed it my friend. welcome!

[@cabinman4493]

Great video !!!

[@wishbonewashington6118]

You sound like a very thoughtful young man. Good luck in all of your endeavors

[@JunkyardFox]

I appreciate that! thank you for watching

[@mikefloresflotexknives7945]

Damn beef agujas is my fave. And that shiner beer ice chest is so badass

[@reidycruise]

Awesome buddy 🙂 Jim Morrison is my hero 😊 you are very talented and the reason I want some cowboy boots for Christmas lol

[@JunkyardFox]

awesome brother! thanks for watching!

[@fredfleming261]

VERY GOOD VIDEO JAMES

[@jeffslaven]

Wow. Your pre-exotac days! BTW, it's directly because of you that I have purchased one.

[@desertreaper2769]

i feel u brother...dylan was a big part of my childhood....the only thing i dont agree with is the millers lol....great vid. man i like the music in the back peaceful.

[@JunkyardFox]

im actually listening to Dylan as im typing this lol hey those were coors banquet beers lol thanks! the music is composed by my cameraman, all original work.

[@bsgnine]

Ur video hit home with me .. love ur channel man

[@IrishZombieNation]

Excellent video and story my friend. I love how we all come from vastly different backgrounds and through the love of the outdoors have now all come together in this great community.

[@JunkyardFox]

i agree, life is crazy aint it? lol

[@nickhdeep6leatherworks338]

Nice genuine story. I subscribed.

[@spartan68w68]

Awesome story man.

[@joshuahmoran]

great story James.

[@JunkyardFox]

gla ye enjoyed it my friend!

[@Wingman115]

Great story James. Thanks for sharing.

[@JunkyardFox]

thanks a lot jon, i appreciate it, buddy.

[@WOLFMAN2975]

What are you doing here Wingman115, you should be online ordering yourself a Rat one, and your daughter a Rat model 2, I think Junkyard, has one ask him he'll probably tell you same as me, they perform autofellatio Playboy : ) Tyler

[@Wingman115]

Tyler Murphy2975 One of these days I will get one I'm sure..LOL

[@WOLFMAN2975]

+Wingman115 : )Aw come on Man, just use your pull/ secret Powers, email Ontario and ask them to send you a couple knives 2 review. Boom done. They have some nice blades : ) Tyler

[@Wingman115]

Tyler Murphy2975 If I had the pull I would have more knife companies wanting me to test their gear...

[@mistersmith3986]

Wait a minute. Where's desert? Haaaaaaaaaaaa. Awesome video my friend. Thanks.

[@JunkyardFox]

beer, its for desert lol thanks brother, glad ye liked it.

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

Holy cow bro 4 years has passed and still see why I was hooked in this type of grass roots feel and vibe.. this is still so relevant and true I cant believe how far you've come in that time I've been enjoying all along!!(=

[@JunkyardFox]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@scottythew7881]

I enjoyed hearing how you got into Bushcraft thank you for sharing it with us.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much Scotty, i appreciate that.

[@macjameson1930]

Thanks James! I live in the Southwest too, and I love watching you show how to gather and prep what you gather!

[@JunkyardFox]

glad you like our content! thanks for watching, be sure to check out our other awesome vids!

[@johnstrelow2533]

10:00 what town? Living in the Southwest too, I get excited to watch “local” ppl... again I’m assuming AZ (Palo Verde) I’m originally from Lordsburg NM.

[@johngaltman]

I am much older than you, and only now am I coming to enjoy the world as you have... So much lost time, and so many things to do now... Thanks man.

[@mikerubalcava519]

Yo J, the music with this video made us all quiet down and listen to your story very inspiring and your a great illustrator your ready to make your own Bushcraft /Survival skills book, we're new to you and catching up, can't get enough of your videos keep it up.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye so much Mike!

[@georgevaldez1449]

Great video

[@JunkyardFox]

thansk for watching!

[@richardjoyner9266]

Great video, great story. Those who wander, are not always lost. We become better as a species when we are in synch with nature. Well done.

[@JunkyardFox]

thanks for watching, i feel a closer relationship with nature is very healthy for all of us.

[@goochdawg]

Awsome! thumbs up!..

[@cillaloves2fish688]

I jus luv ur videos. Nice story, nice drawings, yummy lookin steak tacos!

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, i appreciate the kind words.

[@JimCrossan]

Spot on mate.

[@ericgarcia5108]

My all time favorite junkyard fox video, love this channel!

[@JunkyardFox]

I appreciate the kind words!

[@mikeywoodsman1138]

great video!

[@JunkyardFox]

glad ye enjoyed them!

[@BigPuddin]

Comics really aren't my thing, man, but that looks like something I'd consider reading. You should definitely finish it, brother.

[@newmutant98]

Hey dude, great job, you have one the best, most real channels on you tube, I recently broke my leg on a camping trip, and been watching a lot of your videos. Very impressive, and I love how detailed yet simplistic they are. You pack a lot of info, entertainment and heart into them. Thank you James, big fan, take care.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank you very much, brother. iappreciate the love and support.

[@bugnfront]

For me, I grew up in the high mountains of Colorado. My family lived it being native. My Dad showed me this world. In the 60's we had to discover and make our own equipment as no commercial production in those days. We made our own frames etc. For long stay wilderness. We had no tv or radio so..we explored. Hunter gather hike. We used a tarp and old ww2 army blankets and duffle bags as heavey material for backpacks with electrical conduit for a frame. Plants, grubs rabbit, fish what ever. I had a foster brother and we just shy of wild animals.we were 13 and 16 years old n would go for weeks. Different cultures see nothing wrong with this type behavior. We did not think it unusual. We always brought food home. This was a live style..now days they call it a art, bushcraft, survival..lol. Some channels get some things right...others are concrete jungle cubicle boys native wanna bees. we call them. I for one glad to see the interest..I am almost 70 and still "back in"...and have some of my old equipment still in use. One advice I will give is this.. Learn old school and stay away from electronics for survival. Learn the basic of every skill set..go and do them...and never give up the joy of using them. They will developed life skills later in life....and keep you young!

[@jsaenzMusic]

Man......your story is hitting home man. I've lived here all my life and I too was ignorant to how beautiful and plentiful our city is. It took really appreciating the outdoors to realize this. Very impressed with this vid man.

[@JunkyardFox]

thnaks so much man, theres so many of us in thsi town who have so much potential but are intimidated because this town jsut doestn foster growth, so we have to take it upon ourselves to not only grow but encourage others to grow along with us!

[@WisdomInTheWoods]

On point!

[@garland978]

Great video James. Your story had a very familiar ring to it, quite like mine when I lived in Colorado. Ray Mears started me on the path to bushcraft. Thank you.

[@JunkyardFox]

oh man, ray is a legend! thanks for watching, my friend.

[@jayp.2313]

Great drawings

[@ehdohmoo6213]

wow 🏁

[@SurvivoTek]

Awesome story, my friend! So happy you shared it.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye so much jude ,glad ye enjoyed it!

[@wanderingthewilderness]

nice to get to know u alittle better

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, i was afraid people would be bored.

[@thronebreaker6950]

What the hell you do comics that awesome I really hope u finish that story bc I love ur channel and super love comics so yeah make time for that lol

[@RobertFireLionBlueHawkWinkler]

I go to nature to escape the madness of this city.

[@JunkyardFox]

i couldnt agree more.

[@spacedoomez290]

Nice story James love your survival vids. I'm 12 years old. I would love if u could make a vid on how to start a fire. I like how u said u found your interest in survival. Just this summer I started watching survival vids Especially yours! Sorry for the bad grammar. BTW u earned yourself a subscriber. 🐿🕊🍂🍗🍤🚣🏻🏊🏼

[@JunkyardFox]

awesome buddy! glad ye took up such an awesome pasttime. watch videos, read books, practice in your yard and go have some adventures.

[@redneckedge1479]

Love your story much like my own

[@thomasvaltierra1046]

hells yes dude I feel ya. that rabbit was a tough guy too lol I'm still running from growing up haha but I'll never hate on el paso

[@JunkyardFox]

were overdue for another rabbit roast!

[@thomasvaltierra1046]

+Junkyard Fox yea dude we are lol

[@samvue9219]

Hello junkyard what would you say cooking bushcraft outdoor taste better or at home.

[@JunkyardFox]

it depends on what im cooking. many times, cooking outdoors makes food far tastier and more enjoyable, from steak, to ramen noodles, to coffee. of course if the meal is more elaborate, then it would be easier to cook indoors.

[@fatihunal3388]

Sam Vue From my point of view much much much better.

[@KowboyUSA]

I know steaks and beer means life can't get much better. *Nice work btw.

[@JunkyardFox]

i agree 100 percent. thanks, glad ye liked it.

[@jaimeleondelaparra3877]

Beautiful, bro. I remember watching your channel for the first time and in one of those videos you mentioned and showed Andrew Jackson. That's when I knew you were legit! Glad you're a part of this community. Keep making these great videos.

[@barrybueler3356]

Great artwork makes mine look like stick figures. Dave Canterbury is one of my favorite survival practitioners also and he seems like a good guy. Keep up the good work. I was thinking the same thing that I hope u brought enough steak for all of us 🤡👍🏻✌🏻.

[@JunkyardFox]

lol thanks for watching. we got a new video coming later today!

[@user-te4fz6it4c]

I just found your channel and you are my favorite youtuber .keep up the good work from Greece !

[@unknowncomic617]

Good art work. I do oil on canvas

[@chewher4171]

What a treat to find out that you love to draw and enjoy stories. No one would know unless they followed you.

[@GaryHewgley]

You have so many talents - drawing, outdoor skills, talking, etc. Keep up the great videos.

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, i appreciate the kind words!

[@lucasreviea4932]

Boots Down n Dirty my friend!

[@JunkyardFox]

good to know! awesome!

[@AZ-Patriot]

I agree, James. Growing up sucks... I tried it for over a decade and it didn't take.

[@JunkyardFox]

im an adulat now, but i jsut pretend ot be an adult lol

[@tomcatt1824]

@@JunkyardFox I'm 63 and retired now so i can B a kid again, and have a bit of ss chek 2 help me !!

[@JimJones762x39]

Rock on bro. I’ve seen most of your vids but I’m going thru your play list from begging to end and this vid really talks to me. I’m in Vegas but I wish we were closer so we could hang in the desert.

[@JunkyardFox]

glad you enjoy our stuff, brother!

[@mityjoeyoung8855]

🍻

[@JunkyardFox]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@saaz14]

I can relate your inspiration from dual survival that brought you out in the wild. I myself is a nature lover and watching Naked and Afraid these days just working as a catalyst to me and I am sure I will be doing the same you did oretty soon.

[@JunkyardFox]

thats great! whatever brings inspiration. hope youre going out and having adventures. cheers

[@maxpower3050]

I've subscribed to all.

[@garryk6068]

Just Rewatched This And Was Wondering If You’ve Returned To The Comic?

[@royl4857]

hey there junkyard fox i was wondering on where can or how can i get a copy of ur booklets

[@JunkyardFox]

i havent made copies in a long time but ill let ye know when i do, thanks!

[@royl4857]

kool thanks

[@redneckedge1479]

What type and brand of shirt is that ??

[@JunkyardFox]

not sure, i got it at target i think

[@danofiremano]

Thanks for sharing. . .Your story not the steak taco! LoL

[@JunkyardFox]

lol awesome, thanks for watching.

[@teresagideon4737]

i live in taos county n.m. i had some friends that lived out in the bush , they said when they went to taos they would camp in areas with ant beds, they said ants go to bed at 6 o'clock and didn't get up until 10 o'clock and rattle snakes don't like to go through ant beds wish we were neighbors

[@RubenRodriguez-sq8nc]

Classic

[@EL_Djego]

I think the main reason I love your channel is because we have a lot in common

[@JunkyardFox]

thanks for the support my friend!

[@snaggingthembass8661]

glad I found a channel I like that is still uploading

[@JunkyardFox]

thank ye very much, i appreciate it.

[@hawkknight4564]

I am not really, one for appreciating art. However the graphic novel at the beginning. Would definitely be something I would be interested in. Especially if the guy gets a magazine in his rifle. Other than that. That was actually rather beautifully done. You are a man of many talents James.

[@Mondos2001]

great vid! question: what is your race/background? I'm Mexican American.

[@theswissnavy2801]

all you need is to look at his Tortilla's

[@ephesusrh4780]

Hey man. The comics look great, if you ever put some copies up for sale, please let us know!

[@JunkyardFox]

damn brother, theyre currently out of print but i do plan on returning one day to complete the story then ill have more copies made!

[@WOLFMAN2975]

Thank you for the video I always enjoy them, I know you like your gear to be multi-purpose, what is the purpose of the stuffed animal attach to your bag? is it one with a zipper or Velcro compartment in the back, if so what do you keep in it Thanks : ) Tyler

[@JunkyardFox]

to be honest, the dog doesnt really serve any purpose other than to be my companion. i found him one time, like one finds a stray. hes been with me ever since, kinda like my Wilson from the movie Cast Away lol

[@WOLFMAN2975]

+Junkyard Fox That's it bro, I'm coming for your Man card. It has just been revoked. : ) Tyler

[@JunkyardFox]

hey, us strays gotta stick together lol

[@WOLFMAN2975]

+Junkyard Fox Hahahahahaha, Alright a warning then. : ) Tyler

[@VictorFlores-dk3vv]

Fainaly you post something it's been a long time

[@JunkyardFox]

sorry buddy, been busy but ive got a lot of new material comin this way.

[@cabinman4493]

I thought that landscape was NM. or Arizona. What part of Texas are you from? I am originally from Kerrville, but live down on the Texas Coast now.

[@JunkyardFox]

i am in far west texas, pretty much touching new mexico. gladye enjoyed the video!

[@jsaenzMusic]

Dude! Did you draw that? You have SKILL! Proud to know you're an El Pasoan. Props.

[@rickwhitson2804]

I love it. How it all got started. I really enjoy watching the older ones as well.

[@CazaYPesca]

hablas español ?

[@JunkyardFox]

poco

[@LongNguyen-gj9pn]

Your drawing pretty good

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah, Honest the goodness, I could smell that beautiful Aurorma of those steak grilling. The only thing I disapprove, IS YOU DIDN'T INVITE ME !!!

[@JunkyardFox]

bro, ye missed out on a feast. we even made more steaks after the video wrapped up lol next time, brother!

[@paulie4x1]

I'll hold'ya to it heh heh heh

[@paulie4x1]