My Illegal Thrift Store Find & Other Stuff- VLOG 13

[@chloeraecombs6012]

I love how authentically YOU you are. You don't remind me of anyone, you are your own person! That's so refreshing. Thanks for your videos!

[@yvonnejacko5644]

I think that's why I like her too!!!! I wanna go camping with her 😊

[@claramullen]

Hi Brooke that bag is amazing you did a great job of honoring the cat. Your love of nature shines and brightens lives. Thank you for lighting up my day.

[@Angela-qc3qd]

Brooke- it’s been a long week!! This was the perfect way to start my weekend. I went for a nice long walk around my neighborhood and saw what all my neighbors were up to and then I got to come in and enjoy your vlog. Thank you for making great content for us all.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

awesome thanks!

[@markshietze4783]

Awesome scenery! Those are ' Forrest Gump ' scenes, Brook ! A very pretty bag , thanx for doing that , ma'am

[@DawnStr8]

Love the tent, music, craft you made, maple syrup, Maisy, Cat , Bush Radical and of course, our host!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thanks dawn

[@recklessmermaid]

I loved your sentiments on fur and wanting it sustainably harvested. loving you and dave's channels

[@susandistasio335]

You guys rock! making the most of your time, that is the way to do it. thanks for sharing with us.

[@amyd369]

I love you and hubbys channels! My heart sank and said noooooooo 😲 in slow motion when you spilled out the maple sap. I’m inspired by your a frame cabin 🤔.

[@benben-ml4rs]

I’ve had a really stressful day and couldn’t fall asleep only thinking about a quiet and peaceful place in the woods where I could just breathe and relax. Saw your video posted 4 minutes ago. Thank you for bringing peace ❤️

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

great thanks!

[@agnesdeleng5424]

Right😥

[@kathygirlygirl4109]

Not even kidding, you are my favorite channel! I love to watch you and your family creating awesome things. I am always working on crafts. You inspire me every time. Thanks Brooke, you put a smile on my face. :0)

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Wow, thank you!

[@kristinb5121]

I have an ivory necklace that I inherited from my grandmother. I have to admit, it’s hard for me to wear since I always think of the elephant that must have been killed for its tusk. It’s hard to comprehend the thinking of those times when they destroyed these beautiful animals. I’ll pass the necklace along to the next generation. I just hope all of these endangered animals are thriving in the wild when that day comes. Will do my bit to help make that happen.

[@Fuzzybudget]

Might have been obtained legally. Same goes with the ivory necklace and earrings my mother gave me and the carving of a horse. Could have come from whale or seal ivory. Could have been elephant or something else. It broke my heart when they burned all that ivory, I believe in New York. What a waste - and doing that just drove the price through the roof - and made it more likely to be poached.

[@fernandamartins5395]

They used to do a legal Elephant cull in Africa and sold the tusks

[@dospalmascb]

There are numerous places that have to manage the elephant population, generating ivory. There are some incredible ivory pieces out there, the jaguar fur is part of history and looking after it is a necessity and a reminder that history isn’t always pretty.

[@jackieblue787]

I have an ivory necklace that pops bought in Burma during WW11. I'd love to sell it, I'm broke. Haha

[@annalake4376]

You did a wonderful job on that pouch,absolutely beautiful🐺

[@lindarockwell3729]

I've missed you of late. You make me smile everytime I see you! Bless you and yours now and forever. 😇😇😇

[@Johnicecrazyat60]

I just started watching your channel and you have inspired me to make some changes to my plans. I was going to move to Colo with a tiny house. But now I think a tent is more my style. So the tent is ordered and now looking at wood-burning stoves. Which one would you recommend? The tent I ordered is a WhiteDuck 4 season. cant wait. My plan is to split my time between Kentucky and Colo. Spending the winter in Colo, because I love the winters. (born and raised in Chicago) Thanks again for all your great videos. Oh just a little about me, I'll be turning 60 yrs old in May.

[@jimrowland6089]

You guys are into all kinds of cool stuff in this video. Good tunes too.

[@angelachristle2116]

I just keep loving on you all! Beautiful! Quite a lovely family with so much respect for our earth and its creatures!

[@ruthiewrangler9864]

Thank you for rescuing that pelt and wording that you want to honor it in a wild way. I support a Big Cat sanctuary here in Minnesota so hearing you say that warmed my heart. Turned out great. The Maple percussion of the woods. I love that sound. Thanks Brooke

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

awesome!

[@earlshannon1048]

I live in Minnesota Ruthie where is that sanctuary

[@teresakryvenchuk6205]

Love your bag.great job

[@wendyw7522]

Just sending a whole lot of love! 💕 + hugs from the Netherlands!

[@tranquilswana-z3782]

Love your foraging/ fire starter bag. I notice that this lock down is encouraging creativity in people again.xx

[@Pack.Leader]

You guys amaze me. I love both of your channels and I simply marvel that you never seem to be idle for long. Busy hands, full lives. I'm enjoying these older videos. I need to watch more of them.

[@welderman1221]

nuthin wrong with makin your own stuff!! You go Dave!! I love you two and your channels.Keep up good content. LOVED all your Alaska fishing raft adventures !!

[@janetwithers7427]

A fantastic video. Loved the gorgeous big full moon. Those clouds. Wow. Love how all your family is so crafty and creative. Lovely, lovely time.

[@janessaf7033]

You guys are just amazing! I just love your family! Your jewelry is beautiful! You guys keep up the good work and praying for everyone to stay healthy

[@tomsupinsmokebbq3687]

Hi Brooke hope yall make it back to Michigan soon

[@mariannesouza8326]

The glasses look really nice on you! 🤓 I love the sound of the crow(?). Beautiful cat. Dave is so cute. What a great couple you make! Wow, amazing pouch!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thank you so much!

[@kimsnow2427]

I've been watching a few of your videos lately and found myself hooked.. :) so I subscribed. I can't get over how you, and your hubby are soo crafty, and talented it seems with anything you put your hands on... I love the little bag u made in this video soo right down my ally ... love it! Plus, love watching when u head out on your camping trips with da woof and cat sometimes... I really enjoy watching u set up your site for the night... sawing wood, listening to the fire crackle really is soothing to the ear, and the little chit chat we gals enjoy....... Thank you for your videos! Take care!

[@billiegoodman4872]

Yup- Gud time 2 binge watch her old videos- best thing ever was stumbling on to her channel- peace/innocence for sure

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

awesome thanks much!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

thank you billie :)

[@kimsnow2427]

@@therealgirlinthewoods you're welcome...

[@TallGamer111]

Liquid Gold .👍 : Keep safe Brook . Love the random vlogs. You never cease to amaze with your skills .

[@cillaloves2fish688]

Great looking jaguar bag Brookie! U are so crafty. Those moon shots looked cool too. Beautiful... especially with the clouds. Stay safe out there!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks so much 😊yes it was so pretty

[@vernareed2692]

The vinyl on your floor is just like we used to have! Made me homesick! It was good flooring,easy to keep,longwearing!!

[@cynthiaames1662]

Amen, We are going to make it!!! Thanks for the encouragement!!!!!

[@Coyotelover100]

Cute little bag. A good podcast is Dan Carlin’s hard core history. Thanks for taking the time to share a little piece of life guys. Much appreciated.

[@Longbowwoman]

Really nice possibles bag! You are very crafty. Thanks for the video. I cant get outside today and am very grateful to watch you enjoying the outdoors. Thank you!.

[@susankenney7536]

I love how you have respect for the earth Moon and animals

[@MA-uu3sb]

I know this is been a year ago but I’ve never seen it before and it was just really good. I love your maple syrup that you do and get to see who you were all about is awesome. Meg from upstate

[@jacqueline7118]

Wonderful video! You and your hubby are just so crafty, I never got that gene I am afraid. :( lol Thanks for sharing!

[@BlackCrow7]

Wow, you’re flowers are beautiful on the table. I just love how crafty you!

[@lindawoods6841]

Great video Brooke,,love to see ya all in the tent..always love them big hot tents. i wear glasses to read and a few other things.LOL! Love the vest, the fur is awesome,,but i wouldnt kill a big cat..I love that you are so creative, thank you for sharing.

[@thomasmcnab5068]

Hi Brooke...another fine video... I agree wholeheartedly with your take on the Jaguar pelt...Tks again for taking us to a different place even if it was only a few minutes... Take care & may God bless you & the family!

[@michelerucker3755]

You don’t look old in your glasses....... you just look very smart😇😇😇

[@lilstepnoel]

I was thinking the same, like a teacher that she is.

[@SindyJ37]

And adorable

[@dwightropp3014]

@Scadster - Agreed!

[@mjuberian]

she looks to be about 55 I would guess.. definitely an old dope smoking hippe type

[@susanshanks2407]

@@mjuberian you think she is that old. She looks younger.😺

[@drillsgtlangdon]

You have the pc of wood with B+D carved from Alone, in ya'lls tent. Too cool. We also share your appreciation for home-made syrup! No one will understand just how fantastic it is to make your own syrup. The ttime that it takes to collect the sap, to the boiling , to finally having your first taste of the finished product....It is truly an ALL DAY PROCESS! To us, there is nothing like the smokiness you get from home harvested syrup boiled down over an open fire. My wife and I love you guys and would love to hang out with ya'll some time. For now, . Please keep the vids comin..you two are great!

[@PurpleHaze929]

Loved this vlog. That tent is so cozy. You all are so talented. I am so jelly. 😊 Stay safe.

[@milliealford8968]

Oh i love this video. Love seeing y'all together. God bless. Good find Brooke.

[@SindyJ37]

I am beyond in love with your tent set up

[@SindyJ37]

And your kitty too

[@SindyJ37]

Your crafted bag is so inspiring

[@SindyJ37]

Omg your husband is beyond cool I love he is making his own shoes...you guys rock

[@SindyJ37]

Love how you handle that chainsaw!!! Reminds me of my grandpa. Ty for sharing your content with us ♡♡

[@lindacox8156]

I really like the bag you made!

[@jamesonh889]

Boy, I'm stoked to see how Dave's boots come out. Might have to delve into the realm of personal shoe making myself some day.

[@elleisme8565]

You have amazing taste in decorating!

[@lisamdrake5696]

Your videos make me so happy! I find my self smiling at all the awesome things you do! ❤️😁

[@nancyheneghan4760]

Love your furry assistant 😻. You are so creative. I do tons of sewing and crafts but have to have a pattern. No imagination. Watched one of your old ones about the time in Mongolia and how you made the baskets and earrings. I am the same way where I have to be doing something with my hands, thought that was so great! You are giving me some hope that I can do things w/o patterns.

[@septemberquest6393]

It's refreshing to see you in your home settings...🤠

[@dennisarms290]

Love your adventurous camping trips and time spent in nature. The Manistee National Forest is a beautiful place to camp. Especially near the Tippy Dam area on the Big Manistee river. Looking forward to seeing more of your adventures.

[@niptodstan]

You're an amazing woman. He's a lucky man.

[@keithwinslett9016]

Always a pleasure to see your videos. Thank you for taking us along. Maybe it will warn up soon.❤

[@sueerickson4849]

I call Red wing blackbirds "Cheer". They sound so cheerful!

[@lindanwfirefighter4973]

Love Red Wing Black birds because they mean spring is FINALLY here!

[@gosmoothgolight7567]

Another fun variety in this vlog. Tell Dave nice work on his hand stitched footwear! Now, if you could just get him to sell me one of his "Bushradical" t-shirts, I'd have one to complement the "Girl In The Woods" t's I've already got. Thanks for sharing your Maple Sugaring process. You might like a "yoke" for carrying two buckets with ... easier on your frame :) Your finished syrup looked excellent. Nothing better on French toast. Stay safe, and God Bless you and yours

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

LOL awesome- a sub gave him that shirt- none for sale :)

[@gosmoothgolight7567]

@@therealgirlinthewoods ... awww ... he should sell some :) I'll take the first two! (lol) Juuuust kidding

[@michelerucker3755]

How in the world did he make forms for his feet........ very interested and that is really cool👏👏👏👏

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

cut it out with a bandsaw- he measured his foot then shaped it

[@michelerucker3755]

Girl in the Woods you and your husband are very talented. If this covid 19 keep us home bound much longer he may make you a pair which would be sweet😇😇😇

[@brandysbackyard]

I`m an animal lover/rescuer and I love this. it turned out super cute too! I recently discovered your channel. I love your videos and appreciate you sharing your knowledge. I am just getting into backyard homesteading and prepping and I spend a lot of time outdoors with my dog. I am also a huge fan of Alone. I will stay tuned to your channel. Stay happy and be safe.

[@johnroberts9560]

Hi Brooke , I would love to live in a canvas tent like yours , have a happy thursday night !! 👍😊❤

[@steveno.8248]

That tent and camp are awesome, thank you for showing us!

[@davekibbey7944]

My sap must have been a little lower in sugar this year. I had to boil 25 gallons more to get the same amount of syrup I got last year. Your finished syrup looks real good. Tell Dave I like his taste in moccasins. I had to laugh. I'm sitting here wearing the same pair. LOL!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

LOL I'll tell him

[@StokesCheri]

Practically everyone over 45 needs readers. Hey Brooke, do you have Rosacea? Your face always seems wind-burned or chapped... Love your taste in music. I found a strayHimalayan once near Pueblo while delivering a load. Put her on the truck and named her Cheyenne. Loved that cat! 💖

[@REB65]

👍 Y’all take care of yourselves and God bless ✌️

[@susanadams-wauro6716]

Jolene!! Yes!!! Love your crafty side...all your videos are fun!

[@leahpitman2731]

I was just getting ready to say I haven’t heard red winged blackbirds in a long time, right at the time you talked about them. We had them in Texas and I miss that sound in our backyard as we don’t have them at our home in Memphis.

[@lizklein3058]

Maybe you’ve hit on this topic an I’ve not seen it yet, but how do you keep snakes, bears an other critters out of your various camps/tents/buildings? Thank you!

[@wdunderdog]

Oh My Goodness! Lovin' the Ronnie Milsap here! Lot's to share.. Ya'll enjoy and stay safe! Holy crap.. MIlsap!

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Love RM

[@wdunderdog]

@@therealgirlinthewoods Brook, he's been a great influence for me (more than just music). Seen him over 30 times in concert - once at Alyeska Resort, Girdwood. So much to share, He's a good man.

[@floridaexplorer6530]

Brooke, you are too funny. You actually look cute with glasses.

[@kathymcintire6182]

I just love your little girl!!, she's so full of love😄🎑📹💜👒💞

[@lawaincooley6788]

I was scrolling down a little while watching Dave's latest video about his new channel and I saw this video's thumbnail and I just giggled. Thank you for your humor and this funny expression. It was a nice way to close up the long day. ^^

[@cashk100]

I just found you guys and I’m obsessed with both your channels. I’m amazed, how did two people who are so similar find each other?

[@nancyhowell4505]

I think she said to check out her video list(s) to see that story. Or try googling Brooke and Dave Whipple, wedding.

[@cashk100]

@@nancyhowell4505 thanks, I will.

[@TheMimichacha]

I HAVE A FULLLLL LENGTH FUR COAT....WITH THE SAME PATTERN AS UR VEST....I ALSO BOUGHT IT AT A THRIFT STORE....FOR SIX DOLLARS!!! IT IS WARM!!!!

[@RadReelingFishing]

Ha ha...I've never heard of a Mom Cave, too funny. I'm doing okay. When I go out to ride my bike, after being cooped up for a couple of days, I feel like Forrest Gump when he just kept running and running. Good job on the bag, looking good.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

LOL love it

[@danielfreeman649]

Ha! I get that feeling too

[@williambranham6249]

Like a SHE SHED!

[@josiecardenas4440]

Thank you for sharing Love the bag you made . Stay safe

[@CarRide]

Well done! Keep uploading more!

[@Jimbo-pm1dp]

Great video....syrup looked tastey....neat tent Brooke....you look great with your glasses....stay safe stay free !!!

[@thistlemoon1]

Pretty sure it’s grandfathered just like my mother’s ivory jewelry. Use it as you will.

[@AnnaC63]

Would it be necessary to keep the rest of the vest with the tag to prove it's old ?

[@thistlemoon1]

@@AnnaC63 I wouldn’t think so at least not the vest, maybe just the tag or the thrift store receipt if they gave you one.

[@judyivie4181]

I know that turtle shells are not to be in ones possession.

[@Fuzzybudget]

@@judyivie4181 Neither are feathers - except for Native Americans. Even they have to have some sort of permit. Came across a video of a Native American Christian pastor who was not allowed to be in possession of Eagle feathers for some reason. It's weird - I have found all kinds of feathers on the ground - you'd think everyone was poaching them. Not.

[@AnnaC63]

@@judyivie4181 But the point is that if it can be demonstrated that they were acquired from the wild prior to them being considered endangered or illegal they are legal to possess.

[@Kate-nd4rl]

WOW I can't believe how much that sap has to boil down! Great video! I love seeing a day in the life of this style of living.

[@kathleenbemis9676]

Mmmm, I haven't had homemade Maple Syrup since I left Alaska in 1974. Yummy, Brooke.😛

[@cherylt8590]

Awesome video Brooke, and oh that syrup smells so good from where I'm sitting lol,👍💙😆😊...

[@kodiakcopilot]

The jaguar are starting to show up here in Arizona again. We'll see what happens though.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

wow really?

[@philthy8150]

Those are cougars!

[@MrPanzerblitz]

@@philthy8150 Or Pumas.

[@markchase5323]

These are great photos of Jaguars and ocelots taken by UA with game cameras. www.flickr.com/photos/usfws_southwest/sets/72157632294203147/

[@carlabryan277]

Awesome vest Brook. What a treasure. It looks so cool on you. Make something to hang on your wall. No one can do it better. Glad it went to you. That was meant to be.

[@frontierwoodsman4373]

That syrup looks amazing... suddenly I'm hungry for pancakes.

[@rebelgirl7289]

Nice bag and I love the video. All my favorite elements: Michigan, woods, homesteading, you and Dave, animals, projects. Glasses are cute on you. Thank you.

[@finpainter1]

Last time i said we are getting a foot we got 15 inches and places got a lot more.

[@bridgetqualey4366]

This seems so late for tapping trees. Our sap was done a month ago here in Maine. Boiling down sap outside is such a rite of winter's passage. I love how you work and you never fail to make me smile when you do your "she gone" at the end of each video. Greetings from another rural state and Thanks for putting joy out into the world.

[@linak7155]

Great find Brooke! 👍 I think wearing of a pelt has its proper use. Back in the day, it was symbolic of a person's status/wealth to wear at the ball or the next hunting party. When used by those living in the artic for instance it becomes a matter of survival. Whether it is, seal, bear, wolverine or what have you it has a practical side. ⚘

[@williambranham6249]

@Opy Brook Who knows what God was thinking? You would have to be bigger than God to know.

[@sharonfields6425]

I loved this video.Seeing your lives unaffected by these crazy times is reassurance that all is well. I needed that today. Thanks

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Glad it was helpful!

[@agnesdeleng5424]

Wear glasses , all the time! You don't look old!! Don't like fur at all.Killing animals just for the coat, i watched save a fox! Horrible 😭Such smart and cute animals. Hope your doing well. Hope this virus will soon be gone! Stay safe and healthy, family Whipple🌹Always good to see you! Gives comfort in these bad times! Thanks Brooke😄😄😄

[@michaelminikel3014]

Beautiful and cozy tent. Quite a find at a resale shop. Be safe and healthy Brooke. As always love your time here with your fine videos...Peace.

[@michaelwhiteoldtimer7648]

JUST ANOTHER DAY IN THE LIFE OF A FAMILY WHO CAN DO IT ALL

[@DD-to1ck]

Honestly... I think you & you're husband Are "AMAZING " !!!! You guys "ROCK" !!!! Keep up the good work .... ty "JESUS" 4 Blessing this AMAZING COUPLE!!!!

[@digginerupforte9606]

Dont always look for the negative people, You never know, old jaggy might have lived a great life, roamed the wild, eaten a thousand other critters (as is the way of life) got himself some fine jaguar cootchie, fathered a shitload of little jaggies lived a long happy life and died of natural causes in his favourite tree after a heavy feed of antelope

[@sheilagimino6685]

Or it could have been slaughtered in a horrible fashion which is most likely what happened

[@digginerupforte9606]

@@sheilagimino6685 Wow! That seems to be a fairly negative outlook you have there Sheila, all without any supporting evidence, pretty much the same as my hypothesis, however I think I'm going to stick with my story because of the happy ending

[@kenstrampe7609]

oh how I could go for some fresh maple syrup. it looks so awesome Brooke, and you're so lucky to have the trees to make some.

[@usmctien]

HAHAHAHA, with the glasses you look very teacher like! I'm so glad that it's no longer legal to kill just for the pelts of big cats. Out here in CA it's already bad that we have limited the territories of our mountain lions... Breaks my heart when one gets killed trying to go from one area to another then gets hit by a car or truck crossing the highways...:( In any I'm glad that I get to make a difference everyday at work.

[@UrbanGrrl69]

Really enjoyed this vid Brooke. Great to see your creations and your property looks amazing.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

Thanks so much!

[@sharileeengle5204]

How wonderful to watch normal stuff with no mention of the "problem" the world is having.

[@therealgirlinthewoods]

agree!

[@TennesseeDudScratcher]

Good Morning Brooke ,,, im glad to see you do something else with the fur ,,, that is sad , but yes you are doing a good thing with it , tell your hubby i wear a 9 1-2 , lol , beautiful moon view ,,, always like watching you get outside and get Happy ,,, stay safe my friend ,,,, much love

[@cctvspystore]

Custom Moc Toe Chukka .. noice. Brooke, I can totally understand wanting to honor that Jaguar but i must say that vest did seem to fit you well....js

[@Rooster0529]

I posted on Dave’s channel that I found him during lockdown and of course found your channel too. You guys are super. Nice to see him making shoes. I just finished my first axe scabbard. Very fun. God bless!

[@SindyJ37]

I completely agree that I wouldn't want to harm an animal for clothing but it's cool you rescued it...

[@mariannesouza8326]

Yes, it has found a peaceful/useful resting place.

[@Sean-pc8zs]

do you own a belt or shoes? probably leather.. what about in your vehicle? never had a leather jacket before? what about suede work gloves??

[@nancyhowell4505]

@@Sean-pc8zs They aren't from endangered species that may be extinct soon if the killing isn't stopped.

[@outdoorlifewithkristi4965]

Loved this video you did and the variety of different things you showed from your tent, crafting, the syrup and Bush radical and his shoe making...too cool...keep the vids coming