No Nails - Frontiersman Survival Shelter

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[@destolfe]

You were being too hard on yourself in the past when you said this footage wasn’t interesting enough to make a video! Very interesting, just in a different way from last year’s cabin.

[@replicators]

It's interesting to compare it to the cabin. Much simpler, but most of the skills apply to both.

[@thizizliz]

@@replicators the skills used in cabin building made this easier too - it's clear that this was CD easier in part, because of having improved during the cabin build - that reflects what the folks building the original shanties would have experienced. Watching the changes makes this even more interesting.

[@stefanmitrovic973]

hi everyone ,if anyone else is searching for survival shelter ideas try Franaar Escape Death Formula (should be on google have a look )? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my co-worker got great results with it.

[@mrs.h2725]

Why no gloves? Surely there were gloves available at that time period, no?

[@KC-lm7gm]

There is substantial comfort in knowing our ancestors survived on so little. and in times of constant uncertainty. I'm a 21st century woman in the UK, but your snapshots of life in 18th century America bring consistent peace to me. Thank you.

[@-qj6ps]

The early pandemic lockdowns showed us how bloated the world is, when the economy collapsed when people started only buying “the essentials.” So much of our culture is based on us buying unneeded things.

[@rogerszmodis]

A friend and I built one of these about 25 years ago when we were kids. Still standing last time I was back there. We used nylon rope for lashing though.

[@nickdempsey211]

When I was in 3rd grade, my little brother and I built our own little "lean to" in the woods, but it was literally just a bunch of branches we found on the ground that we leaned against a big tree. Covered in grass, it wasn't a bad shelter! It withstood the test of time until last year when a path was built through the nearby area. :/

[@sststr]

So how long does it take to build something like this? These videos always conveniently leave out the construction time for these projects...

[@nininininininini7511]

@@sststr depends on the number of people you have , the abundance of resources, the tools and skill of the workers and the location of the resources from the build but would most likely only take a few hours with 2 people

[@ilovemonkays]

@@sststr Not long if you're not a half wit city dweller ;D

[@Mikey-zk5wc]

You guys just cut down trees you dont own?

[@TheSmilingLord]

Nice video. The part that really impressed me was the use of thorns as nails. That's a first for me.

[@Delenne_Russell]

TheSmilingLord I'm glad I'm not the only one who likes that. My husband insists that those were nails and that a rather "checkmark" shape was at one time traditional. I disagree and saw thorns, but it's not an argument I'm going to pick.

[@goatcheezius2399]

Now I've got a use for the invasive buckthorn in my area. The outer bark also seems like it could make nice cordage too.

[@winfieldjohnson125]

@@Delenne_Russell I believe I have been told that those thorns are from the Black Locust, an Eastern species of tree.

[@KarolynHerreraBookEditor]

Thank you for saying what they used because I couldn't tell and they didn't say. At least I never heard them say anything about using thorns.

[@Bigrignohio]

@@winfieldjohnson125 I think in our area they are the "Honey Locust". And after almost 50 years I see there is a use for the darned things!

[@Baker11ification]

I truly don’t understand how someone can dislike this.

[@kitsiewr]

I think there are just trolls who enjoy using their facelessness to spread misery. they need more nutmeg!

[@zualfaqar]

I love this channel reminds me of ray. Mears

[@savaialaddams6273]

Right? No soul for survival in the more basic means.

[@Raskolnikov70]

Angry tent manufacturers afraid of being made obsolete if this knowledge gets out?

[@SirFrederick]

@@zualfaqar My favorite Ray Mears special was the one about Roger's Rangers

[@WolfPeste]

Video title sounds like it's a review for a new survival game. Pre-order NoNails now and get Nutmeg DLC for free!

[@iowafarmboy]

I'd buy it

[@JerryB507]

One of the Quests is to gather the ingredients for fried chicken, with a side quest to deliver a letter to the Governor of Virginia.

[@coltm4a186]

Game of the Year 2020

[@katanatac]

Hey Jon, this is the structure that I had asked about during one of the live Nutmeg Tavern episodes. I remember you and Aaron saying it would be shown sometime in the future. I'm glad you released the video as I want to build one too! Its also good to see Josh again, thanks!

[@tbcottonhead4175]

You are truly a National Treasure. The work you’ve put into this channel is greatly appreciated.

[@sarahcrews2544]

You have no worries when the apocalypse hits. You’re resourceful

[@philspaces7213]

Sarah Crews ossue is going to be charging his cameras

[@faithittillyoumakeit4050]

My same exactly thought

[@PlayaSinNombre]

Phil Spaces nope. They have solar powered batter chargers now. They clip right onto your pack.

[@uncleartax]

Are we expecting one

[@CocoaHerBeansness]

what do you mean 'when'?

[@ELS-tone]

I’ve noticed your videos have not only gotten more mature cinematically but also in terms of the subject material. People had to live scarcely and roughly, and I like how you show that

[@knightowl3577]

I built one for my two sons when they were boys it was still standing years later when they had moved on to have families of their own. Thank you for bringing history to life!

[@spacewurm]

I built one of these years ago when i was 11-12 years old. Not as nice as the one you made though. The beautiful, peaceful forest where I built mine is now a labyrinth of suburban sprawl and thousands of humans. All the magic, discovery and animals gone forever. Sad.

[@Bestcabinetmaker]

spacewurm Our society has become a disaster.

[@samanthaadams619]

Right? I remember as a kid, playing in wide open fields and woods that was past the houses across the street. Me and a friend or two playing as whatever our imaginations were at at the time. Alas, it is all built over now. =(

[@oldmanpatriot1490]

Sometimes I think we need a small Chernobyl. Just to thin out the stupid people if possible.

[@Legohaiden]

I feel this comment deeply. Similar story, all through my youth years, 10-17ish the forest behind my house was a huge untamed wild, I lived out back, made a nice shelter in deep from cut logs and twigs, i cheated for the roof though, i had a tarp. Went back a few years ago and its gone, its all gone, like it never existed, just an empty field of tree stumps and a highway beyond... the sadness i felt was profound.

[@Legohaiden]

for clarification I was 17, over 20 years ago.... so back in the late 90s

[@susiefisch]

Whole new meaning to “shelter-in-place”! I’m much happier sitting here watching you do all the hard work. Thanks!

[@johnnychaos152]

I'm a living historian myself but I specialize in the Civil War. We built several structures similar to this a few years back for a winter quarters demonstration we did. It was surprisingly comfortable even when the snow started coming down. And they can be modified easily in multiple ways. We packed the gaps between logs with mud and moss and threw a couple of oil cloths over them. With a little bit of effort you can make something out of almost nothing.

[@borisbrkic3433]

We know u are living, how would u write a comment if u were dead? ...duh

[@dafip8538]

@@borisbrkic3433 A living historian means they go out and do activities of the time period they are a historian in.

[@lesahanners5057]

As I watched, I felt the years roll back as if a portal had been made, I walked through time, and was satisfied. Like my ancestors all those years ago, I saw again the ways in which they lived, and was satisfied. Thank you Jon, the labor of your hands and that of Josh's, is worthy of praise. Your sharing it with us, priceless!

[@alexandresobreiramartins9461]

I really must tip my hat in admiration at your and your team's dedication! One thing is building a shelter like that because you will die otherwise or be forced to return from whence you came penniless and having failed in your venture (assuming that was an option at all). Another is doing it for a KZbin channel. Some might say this is your job, but I see it as remarkable dedication to historical accuracy and a love for adventure. Wonderful content, as usual! Thanks! And stay healthy!

[@Kelli.Hicks.5]

Was anyone else surprised by how easily that bark peeled off? 😱 That was the most satisfying thing I've seen in a while. 🤩

[@eschneider8799]

Spring cut logs give up their bark freely while winter cut logs are hard to peel & you dont get nice usable pieces.

[@jamesvatter5729]

Great job, Jon and Josh. Never thought using those thorns would work so well.

[@skeets6060]

Thank you for posting this, On a windy rainy day, this brought back so many memories , from a child hood, when we built many cabins like this, down along the creek. I mean after all we were all mountain men when we were 10 years old

[@amywright2243]

Another thoroughly enjoyable video but I especially want to compliment your musical accompanist. It was pleasant and refreshing and not overwhelming. Thanks for the lesson and the peace.

[@channah64]

I was so delighted to hear you quoting Catharine Parr Traill. Here in Peterborough, Ontario, you can visit the Museum and Archives and see a beautiful pair of moccasins gifted to her by the Michi Saagig Anishnaabeg. They also have her writing desk and even a pen she used. She was an accomplished illustrator and botanist - her Herbarium is beautiful!

[@chuckn4851]

If you ever need another hand for another log cabin, I live in Illinois bout 4 hours from your area in Indiana! I'm good with an axe, know how to fell a tree and strip a log, make a dang ol' good campfire meal, and can entertain with both stories and song

[@tamila7381]

I live in Missouri, I can cook, start fires (usually while cooking) hunt for herbs and gut a rabbit. 😋

[@baddie1shoe]

I live in Illinois too-about 2 hours away from you. I can find fresh water, fish & dress fish, and I can fry it up in a pan.

[@kauaijohn]

I emailed a few weeks ago asking if there was a video of how this structure was built and was disappointed to learn that there wasn’t one. I just walked in the door after a rough shift at my hospital, saw the notification, and just smiled as I felt the day’s cares lifted off my back. Thank you! You’ve made this old RN’s day!

[@hollyreilly2035]

I loved this video! I just got done reading Little House on the Prairie books and even though it doesn't take place in the same time period so many things are similar. They built so many homes. These were simple, especially the claim shanty that wasn't much more than the structure you built here. Such hard work. I love your channel!

[@kck9742]

Oh my gosh before I got to your comment I was thinking that I needed to re-read those books!

[@dirtisbetterthandiamonds]

I love the "soddy" idea! I'm thinking of doing one since I can't have a root cellar where I am (FL). Glad to see another LHOTP fan!

[@leal536]

I am in the process of making a prairie dress/bonnet for my 7 year old granddaughter! She has read all the Little House books and is so into it!! I'm making a prairie dress/bonnet for her AG doll and her 16 month old sister!

[@miriambarnett2782]

I immediately thought of the little house books too. Especially remembered when they lived in a 3 sided shanty. Love those books! So much history!

[@stevekwiatkowski959]

I know I have said this before but I'm going to keep saying it. Thank you for everything you do to keep history alive. I think with the current situation in the world it wouldn't take much for us to look at the old ways of doing things. The things you are teaching are so important. Keep up the good work!!

[@rosemcguinn5301]

Excellent! It's impressive to see what two people could create together in the wilderness as a standing shelter. And really nice to see Josh in a new episode, as well. Thank you!

[@dwaynewladyka577]

There have been structures, like churches, that were built without nails, long ago, and they are still standing. They are in places like the former Soviet Union. It is interesting how structures were built, long ago. Hope you had a great Easter. Cheers!

[@rosemcguinn5301]

@@dwaynewladyka577 I had no idea any such structures still stood. Interesting!

[@jukeboxhero1649]

I am shocked at how good your joints are that you made with that small axe. That is truly#1 grade work, Jimmy.

[@detroitredneckdetroitredne6674]

I see you have Advertisement in the backwoodsman magazine have you ever thought about contributing to the pages and content of the magazine you are a wealth of knowledge thank you for your knowledge and expertise and thank you for what you do

[@whatzupLizzy]

What can I said, amazing to see that come together. You have skills. I can believe that many people lived that way, we are luck to have warm and dry places to live these days. I appreciate your work to help us to never forget the struggle of those that came before us.

[@artinaam]

Until the industrial revolution and mass-produced iron and steel, nails were expensive, hand-forged items and were used very occasionally. Most of the woodwork - be it roofs, furniture, farming equipment, boats or ships - was joined using wooden locks, pegs and carpentry joints. In most circumstances such constructions are far more durable than those with nails. Iron nails were used primarily for connecting metal elements (such as handles, hinges, locks or ornamentation) to wooden ones and even very expensive pieces of furniture, like richly carved wardrobes or dining tables were made without a single nail :)

[@badgerlordpatrick6493]

Not to mention glue.

[@ianfinrir8724]

I remember reading that when they moved, settlers would burn down their cabin to collect the nails.

[@milesedgeworth132]

Nails are cheap nowadays also because we use and forget them. For temporary buildings, a few nails are worth the price since you'll be using them every year.

[@BlancoDevil]

I have to thank you for the stale bread and cheese recipe. I made some from a failed sourdough bread disaster. We had it for three meals...delicious! You have no idea how valuable your channel is in these hard times.

[@angelus_solus]

When society collapses, those in touch with primitive skills like this will be the ones thriving. Skills like this are all but lost to the modern world except through these daring, resourceful and ingenuitive souls.

[@Bestcabinetmaker]

Angelus_Solus We are seeing a bit of a “thinning of the herd” right now. Just a prelude to what shall come. However, there will be plenty of those not afraid to work that will thrive.

[@awlach8]

I hope there's a part 2 for that shelter. That's way too much work not to close in those walls. Awesome Video/project!

[@lmckay8881]

Wonderful, Jon and Josh together on another adventure!

[@JoeZhaole]

I love how you bring the 1700 & 1800's to life. From the cooking to the day to day life to the craftsmanship, you bring history to life! My kids and I love your videos. They've learned so much, Thank you

[@patriciaangeles4816]

Carrying a log to keep the required isolation distance - could become a thing 😂

[@ironcrapprgaming]

Plus a stellar workout!

[@carmenclemons2556]

@Miguel de Luis But then you're stuck smelling the skunk oil, too. :D

[@paulcollins9397]

Patricia des Angeles... Carrying an axe works too!

[@davidclark7584]

I remember building lean to shelters when I was a kid. Not as elaborate as this but shelter none the less. What a wonderful time that was. Kids nowadays don't know what fun is.

[@philspaces7213]

Nowadays we have to be aware of ticks when sheltering. I was out for a walk yesterday, scouting the fiddleheads, and I came home with 9 ticks on me. This year seems to be bad already.

[@SandraNelson063]

Apparently the weather hasn't been cold enough to curb their numbers, and they've actually gained territory. There is more widespread Lyme's disease, oh joy.

[@akillerpacman1709]

Yeah I’d either stay inside or get some good repellent. You don’t need a compromised immune system especially right now.

[@danp2779]

Ugh, hate those things.

[@Hollyhock7]

How do you enjoy your fiddleheads??

[@mountainman.4478]

This is becoming one of my favorite channels! I grew up in the mountains on the east coast, and study and live the mountain man way of life. This channel is such a treat, between the cooking and survival, and outdoor lifestyle. It so therapeutic and relaxing. Thank you for all your efforts, and hard work.

[@fidalgobrasileiro2363]

Relaxing in the forest is so cool, at least until your whole body is crawçing with bugs lol.

[@matthewsheppard7050]

Rainforests and temperate forests are two different things. Yes, both have bugs but nothing is as diverse ecologically speaking than a rainforest.

[@corruptedminds5679]

If you're making a longer term shelter like they are, you could "smoke it out" by burning a bunch of green foliage inside the structure for a few hours. This would drive out any bugs and help preserve the wood.

[@ssjwes]

@@corruptedminds5679 good tip!

[@stevemac8956]

If you make a smoky fire the bugs will stay away.

[@jajnaa4395]

This was wonderful to see, you both seem to work together in such harmony and very efficient. Beautiful! Great to see Josh in a video again.

[@jansenart0]

That's not a survival shelter, that's a permanent firewood shed.

[@Crow.Author]

I don’t know if that makes me happy, or regret that I live in an area where it never gets cold enough to necessitate fireplaces.

[@justdoingitjim7095]

As a youngster in the 60's I too built a survival shelter. Mine consisted of two saplings bent towards each other and lashed together. Then logs place on them with the ends resting on the ground like a lean to. It was covered with brush, then leaves, then dirt and then leaves again. It lasted for several years with no maintenance, as the two saplings continued growing and vines intertwined the framework of the shelter. It was quite cozy for two people.

[@blueridgebushcraft8294]

The most useful tool is the one that we carry with us every day. We simply have to fill it with useful knowledge. The more you know the less you need.

[@JemSquash94]

Very true. For every one thing they owned they knew 10 things. For every 10 things we own we know one

[@nikki.s]

Hi! I've been following your channel for over one and a half years now. Initially I was just doing some digging into the origins of a type of dish, and I wasn't at all interested in your work. But somehow your enthusiasm for experiencing history got to me. Last year I went to visit the ruins of a nearby castle (I live in a rural area in the Netherlands), where a group of passionate people intend to rebuild the castle though the means and materials that would've been used for the original castle. I love following their progress, and I probably never would've discovered this fascinating project if it hadn't been for your channel. Thank you so much for making these videos and breathing life into historic treasures that would otherwise have remained undiscovered

[@sheilamayer3543]

Wow! What an achievement to learn how to do this! Y’all are awesome! Thank you for posting this!

[@hellotelephone1]

I'm just amazed watching how easily the bark came off the tree let alone seeing the cabins entire construction! Wow! They need to teach this in Schools.

[@d.c.courtney4953]

Sitting in there in the rsin with the fire going is all I want in life.

[@cruge5774]

Something really relaxing about watching you build that shelter. It makes me wish for a more simpler time.

[@KurtisRader]

I really like your episodes that focus on food but as an engineer I love this type of episode. More, please.

[@maverick4462]

Thank you for all you and all of your supporters do to bring this content to us.

[@thebeststooge]

When time to move on the structure was left to fall down and go back to the Earth so recycling before that was a thing.

[@seecanon5840]

I enjoy your videos and the calming effect they provide. I also enjoy your projects, their instructions and seeing how things are done.

[@edgarpickle1]

2:38 You gotta lift with your legs! My back hurt just watching you!

[@avaiboot]

Indeed, that is a good way to injure yourself. I'd hope Jon sees this to avoid it in the future. Butt out and back straight, please!

[@scrappybobbarker5224]

Thanks Jon and crew, great video. It makes me want to go out and build a cabin. I have acres of large stones laying around waiting for you to come help me!

[@williamwinder3466]

Today is Thomas Jefferson's birthday. I know that because it's also mine. Given the nature of this channel I thought it appropriate to comment.

[@JerryB507]

Happy Birthday William.

[@nolanoliver1761]

Happy birthday to both of you!

[@ritaking8827]

William Winder Happy Birthday William to you and President Jefferson!

[@miriambarnett2782]

William Winder Happy Birthday 🎂

[@CSTunTun]

Happy Birthday

[@nicholasnewlin1138]

This was pretty neat. If I were camping, I would build one of these shelters rather than use a tent. Keep up the awesome work Townsends. Five year fan right here. Been watching since I was 19. I just love the old fashioned ways of doing things. 😀👍

[@Morsa.B.Alto1]

Wonderfully earnest and informative content as always, thank you.

[@ivanshiek]

I appreciate these videos and documentaries about life in the old days. It will keep the youth knowledgeable in survival when disaster strikes. It should be learned and practiced now while we have electricity and internet. I'm learning as much as I can now to use later.

[@bonniewills2814]

Just curious, how long did it take the two of you (was it just the two?) to build this primitive shelter?

[@theminorityshack7071]

it probably took them around 3-6 hours im guessing if they had 2 guys they are fairly skilled at woodworking

[@donniev8181]

Half day

[@paulaneary7877]

You guys really are amazing. I am really enjoying your channel on a daily basis now. I have learned quite a bit! I when I watch ones like this, I think of young students, say 8-12 years old watching these in school, maybe in a history class, I think these videos could be a GREAT learning tool!

[@AbrahamLincoln4]

I used to live in the frontier. Kentucky. Very good fried chicken over there.

[@JerryB507]

Just remember, Don't trust your soul to no backwoods Southern Lawyer. O'course that were Georgia. Or is it Jaw-jah?

[@tanyaholt7399]

The videography here is just amazing. Beautiful video, guys...

[@IL_801]

Bark peeling ASMR 🤗

[@Q-BinTom]

there is just something wonderful about building a shelter in the woods with your hands.

[@JapanScott1]

After seeing your "nails" I'm going to go attack the Japanese quince we've got in our yard. It is LOADED with thorns!!

[@ironcrapprgaming]

I believe they were Black Locust thorns

[@JapanScott1]

@@ironcrapprgaming Hadn't even considered what his thorns might have been. I was thinking of local sources.... in my case the quince. ;-)

[@ronniemw5022]

I'll bet you guys are making this look easy from all that practice and experience building your cabin. Love your channel and the knowledge you all bring

[@paulmckenzie5155]

Could you please do some quail and bear cooking?

[@rosemcguinn5301]

Hang in there, Paul. We are still pulling for you. :)

[@ironcrapprgaming]

Never surrender

[@chuckn4851]

Love this idea! Hope Jon sees it one day haha

[@SandraNelson063]

Live in hope.

[@mrdanforth3744]

I'd rather do some ale and beer drinking.

[@tesoro9623]

Jon, your videos are always so interesting! You help me calm down and mellow out, the vibe is so inviting, i will definitely have to visit your store as soon as this pandemic is through

[@jamesw9930]

I know I've 'nailed'myself with more than a few locust thorns.

[@paulbourdon1236]

I am planning on building something like this behind my 17th century house to store firewood. Thanks so much for posting!

[@Norbrookc]

In the Adirondacks, these types of structures are called "lean-to's" and they're frequently found at wilderness camping spots. More modern techniques, but still made of logs. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lean-to

[@PhycoKrusk]

There's something very soothing about watching primitive structures being built. The music enhances this

[@LotharTheFellhanded]

Hey Jon, you said no nails! There was a bucket of nails! I would love to see gathering and using thorns as I’ve heard they did.

[@GothVampiress]

If you look closely, you can see those are, in fact, thorns! It's difficult to tell, but you can see the interior of them as he hammers them down. I'm not sure what kind they are, as they're very thick - and they may be a wooden equivalent - but they're not actually iron nails.

[@deborahmerkerson1145]

Chel Keller Jon said they are black locust thorns.

[@andersmoulin5065]

Amazing build! The bark as roof is just perfect🤩 Thank you

[@herzogsbuick]

Those thorns are huge! I've spent some time in the woods, but I can't remember ever seeing any that big anywhere. Any ideas what plant they're from?

[@townsends]

Black Locust

[@nickdempsey211]

It looks like Blackthorn, but that doesn't grow in the US if I recall... Edit: I stand corrected. Thanks Jon!

[@gasfiltered]

Mature Honeysuckle would probably also work, if you can still find one.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Elsewhere, Mesquite thorns would work.

[@tanyagarcia3721]

I've heard in Jerusalemthere are some that are four inches in length that they used even when they crucified Jesus. I don't remember what bush or whatever they were from only that they were pretty long

[@kurtmueller2089]

this is such an amazing video. Of course I heard many times that people built shelters but I never spared a thought about how exactly they built them from scratch.

[@timclark5483]

Do you allow visitors. I would love to see this place

[@andrew182matches]

This was so fun to watch. I've been working on a lean-to in a similar style of using no modern construction items like manufactured rope or nails. Some trees in our woods have similar thorns as the ones you used as makeshift "nails." I'll have to try that!

[@MrDaewen]

New Subscriber here. Loving the content.

[@MrDaewen]

@Cindy Klenk Such a wonderful warm welcome. Thank you so much. And believe me the baked onion is first on my list to try :-)

[@SandraNelson063]

Got nutmeg?😁

[@MrDaewen]

@@SandraNelson063 Always have nutmeg and will have even more on Friday at the tavern :-)

[@jakemitchell1671]

One of my absolute favorite Townsend videos - if not THE favorite. Wow that was good for the soul. I wish it was 3x as long.

[@Bella_Rei]

"No nails survival shelter" *Proceeds to use thorns as nails*

[@kingrama27]

Cozzi I’m pretty sure they meant metal nails

[@profanegaming2829]

"as nails." So.... no nails?

[@Bella_Rei]

@@profanegaming2829 I took this to mean "no fasteners other than rope"

[@PratzStrike]

This takes me back to the first time I watched Primitive Technologies build a hut. Seeing these simple structures being pulled together out of the most basic materials with barely any tools at all is always amazing, and you shouldn't have felt like there was nothing here in the least little bit. This was a calming and wonderful ... god, 7 minutes? I thought it was twice as long and soothing to boot!

[@growrz]

This is so fascinating. I came to your channel for the strangest reason; I play a game called Rimworld and wanted to learn about Pemmican, which you had a video on. In the game, you play colonists from a spaceship wreck and it's very important to make lots of Pemmican early on to survive since it keeps the best. Anyway, this is my absolute favorite of your videos. I love watching you and your friend work, I love the simplicity and hardship of creating something functional and important out of what's close at hand. The ingenuity of the human mind and its ability to create astounds me. You showcase that beautifully.

[@trin7346]

I miss when the majority of people weren't afraid of hard work.

[@brianwebster3167]

Woah! Those are some wicked thorns! We don’t have any wood that strips like that here in Kansas. Such a great channel to watch!

[@graphguy]

98% if people will perish, they only know how to text on their iPhone’s.

[@SandraNelson063]

And some of us have trouble doing that!😁

[@Bestcabinetmaker]

The ones that perish, will perish of their own accord.

[@cleoharper1842]

By far the best out-in-the-wilderness video you guys have had yet! I'd love to see a series on this shelter. Keep em coming boys!

[@01MarkJ]

Minecwaft

[@TroyGlover]

I love how you don't claim to be any kind of bushcraft channel yet you pull off better bushcraft techniques and practice than any bush-crafter on KZbin. One thing makes the difference: a deep understanding and appreciation of history.

[@alisoneccleston9580]

I so enjoy the craftsmanship. This is a skill that should not be lost.

[@EPTCG]

I loved this. I was so fascinated by the building process and everything.

[@Aneokame]

Wow! Amazing job! And so great to see Josh!

[@robmarshallofficial]

I love this. You could put bark on the out side or the walls if you didn’t have any clay soil for the gaps. Then it would be fairly wind proof too

[@williamstarr5915]

I want to take a moment and thank you for bringing good clean knowledge to KZbin. I feel confident every time one of your videos post I can watch this with my kids and know they will learn something, and there isn't anything I need to sensor. Thank you. P.s. from my kids, they want to see more kids in the videos.. like them

[@williamstarr5915]

Also being from new England this has given us a great respect of the life around us before we were here

[@maryc5369]

Thank you so much for all you do. I’ve enjoyed hours and hours watching your videos, what a lovely man you are. God bless

[@drenee65]

Watching that video was so satisfying..and quite don't know why..but thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for all you do Mr. Townsend and friends 💜

[@SandraNelson063]

In Saskatchewan, Manitoba and parts of Alberta they used piles of cut sod to make walls. Very few forests on the prairies!

[@Delenne_Russell]

Sandra Nelson as a Canadian I'm just guessing, but likely the American prairies saw sod houses like the ones you mention as well.

[@dancs5414]

These videos teach basic survival skills. These were the kinds of things people did on a regular basis before modernization. My great aunt said, Oh yes. The good old days. You mean before air conditioning and grocery stores? She was really clever at hiding sarcasm.

[@ironcrapprgaming]

Black locust thorns as nails..... so smart!