Rain Camping with a 2 Second Tent & Military MRE - Solo Overnight Adventure

[@roypaulcarter4654]

Brother I know they put the tear tabs at the top of the MRE package but the way we open them in the military is along the long edge. It is much easier to get your spoon in there and creates less of a mess that way. Plus you have more package to hang onto. Try it once and you’ll never go back. When you are done with the MRE take all the trash and put it all back in the original main bag that way you will not need a separate trash bag. Two pro tips for you.

[@kurtrussell5228]

take your knife and open it long way..... it was second nature, like breathing....haha! I guess a civilian would see the tear tabs and just assume.....but you're right, nobody uses those in the army.

[@kevgoes]

I had some type of strokes, sesures or black outs when I was younger as well. Never found out what they were from. No long term damage with me either. There was a theory about formaldehyde. My dad had something that contained it in the room next to mine. Pretty sure once we got rid of it my black outs stopped. There was no confirmation about it being rhe cause though. Great video but ewww... 60fps.

[@karig5568]

He did put everything back in the MRE bag didn’t he?

[@roypaulcarter4654]

⁠no he put it all in a large clear plastic zip lock bag not the MRE bag.

[@tonycantrell9547]

Facts

[@michaelsarkisian1047]

Back in mid August of 1969 me and two other friends did a bicycling/camping trip from New Jersey to Bethel, NY for a small concert(which we didn't have tickets for) All of our camping gear was military surplus. We each had a poncho, pup tent half, and WWII era sleeping bags. For food, we each had 3 of the huge cans of Dinty Moore beef stew.

[@shelleysykes5317]

What was heavier, the Dinty Moore or the sleeping bag? :)

[@specag31]

Pretty much passed the Q Course.

[@michaelsarkisian1047]

@@specag31 And what is the Q course?

[@michaelsarkisian1047]

@@shelleysykes5317 I don't remember, but it was pretty close to the same weight.

[@specag31]

@@michaelsarkisian1047 Special Forces.

[@douglaselkins952]

“Vegetable crumbles” is code for gas production fuel. Warfarter approved!

[@annisechetelat9026]

Coffee that strong and yeck flavored would make me get heartburn.

[@guadalupeskitchen3734]

I'm 65 years old and I sprained my back 5 years ago and it keeps getting worse a little bit each year. Now I'm trying to get my gear to the ultralight status. "Lift with your legs" will be on my tombstone some day.

[@jimmer1047]

I'm 64 and had a spinal cord stimulator put in 4 years ago. It helps quite a bit. Good luck with your back my friend. Sciatica ain't no joke. 👍🙏

[@fireguy96]

I recommend doing hand planks for 5 minutes regularly

[@jimp.7286]

Just shy of 70. Injured my back somehow about 10 years ago and it's never been the same. It's the little muscles attached to the spine and surrounding area they told me. I went to a physical therapy specialist that had me doing back bends. A bit painful and counterintuitive to the direction you want to go but it seemed to help. They said it'd strengthen those muscles. Then I got lazy and wanted to avoid the painful exercise and stopped doing it. Hurts to bend over and pick up things. A back-bend? Hurts right now as I post this sitting. Hope you get it resolved. Cheers.

[@ReasontoLiveAdventures]

Carpe Diem mate. 🤙

[@davids8267]

Look into Dr. sarno, he wrote a book on back pain. A lot of people have had their pain disappear because of his books.

[@chrisg7571]

The coffee also makes you happier and more tolerant of other people....espcially early in the morning.

[@kevkev5935]

As a Texan the thought of a 49 degree night sounds glorious rn. Sounds like that MRE was colon blow 2.0

[@MsRotorwings]

Definitely some hot temps across the USA this summer. I’m in PA. I wouldn’t last a Texas summer. It’s been cooling off over the last three weeks. Looking forward to fall and crisp mornings.

[@kevkev5935]

@@MsRotorwings While hot this Summer here, last year was actually much worse. In general the last few years across the Northern hemisphere have been crazy hot. I have friends up in Canada who say they haven't had snow in almost two years in parts. At any rate I can't wait until late fall :)

[@LottyDotty05]

Agreed! I'm close to the gulf, so the humidity is making it worse! Born and raised in TX but since I've been with my northern raised husband, he's spoiled me with the crisp cool summers of Michigan on family vacations, and I just can't deal with our heat anymore 😂 I don't need 49 but a good 65-70 I'll be ok

[@ashleytucker7157]

I love fall and winter, I can't wait!!

[@staffybullterrier7678]

I just love the noises.. the bags, zips, crunching on the ground..... get that tarp up cos the rain or a crackling fire are the best. Enjoy my friend 😊

[@erizzle67]

Yes! The winters here just aren’t the same. I live about three hours from you, lived here since 1972. The winters here as a kid in the 70s and 80s we’d see way more snow than we ever get now.

[@papajeff5486]

Strip all MREs, eliminate outer and inner meal bags and redundant packages. Spread weight of keeper packs to different pack pockets. Carry only one multi-purpose stove. You did good with the sleep/shelter. When in doubt, get it out. Did you need 3L water for one night? Do you need all the separate organizer bags…you have backpack pockets? I know you have a lighter sleep mat and a lighter backpack. Thing is, over the years, I have grown fond of you and family. I am your friend. Please protect the only spine you’ll get. It has to last. Thanks for sharing this adventure, with such good videography too…from east Tennessee.

[@martinduris6227]

Hey Luke! A great adventure! It´s very cool to see you wear sweater and so on. I love fall and winter and i can´t wait to see your overnight adventures, when the temperature drops below 30° F. Now, temperature here is actually 94°F!

[@MichaelCooper73]

The fall time is my favorite time of the year.

[@hayjagang2755]

I am 62 and I agree with you, even South Korea. America is still beautiful as I first came to America 1994. We must keep this freedom.

[@stevewilken1837]

That coffee blend will put hair on the bottom of your feet 😮

[@browsman2328]

Take care Luke, don’t over extend yourself. I am in my 70s and stopped backpacking but I still do long day hikes. Don’t want to nag but you probably should use poles to save your back and knees. I’ve been using them for at least 35 years.

[@captaindj9790]

So funny when Luke giggles like a school boy when he mentions cold weather 🙂

[@Kobrakaij]

I just started getting into camping and outdoors life. Got myself a Haven tent and loving it. Ur videos helps a lot and ur that kind of person you would like to have with u when there are questions or insecurities out in the forest. Fantastic channel!

[@tamstergirl62]

Yes winters are not the same as when we were young!! I miss a good winter

[@nancymclaughlin7626]

Skiers like me know winters are shorter and warmer. You have to go further north to get good snow.

[@randyfellows]

Triple blend Taster’s Nasty. It picks you up, it calms you down, it’s the lifeblood that drives the dreams of champions.

[@jeremymcauliff8485]

Let's get this MRE onto a tray....nice.

[@captaindj9790]

Sounds good Steve😄

[@miatfitz]

Yep same thought....😂😂

[@CptChilliRing]

Oooooh nice hiss, love Steve's YTs

[@dianecline-t8n]

Hi Luke. Love this episode, love to hear you chatting away. Hope your back doesn’t give you too much more trouble. We full time in our motorhome but sure miss the good old camping, and you bring that back for me when I watch your shows. Hi to Suzy too from Canada

[@EventHorizon86PL]

Luke your videos are therapy for me. Always waiting for upload. Greetings from Poland.

[@barberjeff67]

Sorry your son went through all that. Glad he's ok! We Vermonters haven't had a "real" winter in years. I haven't seen -25 degrees for a week in many years! And I'm a spice weenie too, i don't like anything hot. I recently saw Twisters at a drive in theater. I liked it.

[@MariaWelsh-lu6fg]

I have tremendous respect for where you set up. To see the land a far off brings me back to my childhood and that is exactly where I would Try to set up. Seeing the land beneath the trees. Very beautiful Good job Luke👍💜

[@foxylady3331]

I am a retired soldier for life. I thought you might enjoy a bit of my military story. I always liked my MREs. I don't think I ever had one that was "nasty" to me. I was always proud of the fact that I could swing my duffle bag up to my shoulder and carry it. (That may be what is causing the sciatica I experience now :( My favorite story is about the time I met up with a mama bear who was facing me less than 10 feet away. I felt no fear; I just turned around and walked away. That night I moved my army tent close to our headquarters area. Nothing like acting like a scaredy cat woman. Ha!!!

[@Sailor376also]

Shared many camps with bears. 5 weeks ago, solo canoe trip, I shared a beach with a bear. We got along okay,, but the rest of the trip I made it a point to find other, large groups to overnight with.

[@kurtrussell5228]

POG

[@thebaron1]

Love this time of year. You can feel it in your bones. UK!🇺🇲🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@twiglet2214]

All the foliage is looking a bit tired methinks.Nights are drawing in too.

[@moomintroll6392]

Thanks for the shout out luke, love from Sue Parramore. Devon, uk🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@clowd9931]

Thanks for reading a few of the comments of us common folk inquiring about what coffee you drink. In this podcast, you actually took your time and showed us. So I specifically thank you for that. You honestly do make coffee look good. Great share for all the other content you introduce us to. Have fun, and never stop camping.

[@eddiemason7118]

I love it that right off the bat you admit you’re lost

[@karig5568]

Remember building snow forts in drifts so much fun

[@caspercattrell1598]

This channel's camera work and its Taster's Nasty content are truly on another level. Really impressive stuff.

[@ipnpen311]

Huffing and puffing. LOL You made this Navy Vets day sir...

[@jimeckenrode1271]

God bless your daughter and thank her for her service.

[@Rando-user-zm1fx]

😐

[@anamichele808]

I loved the info and beautiful photography... and, actually, the beginning of the outro 😊✌🏼

[@greggmouritzen7478]

There shouldn't have been any guessing. The packet has what's inside it literally printed on the packet and the box it came in. You can't screw up chili. Believe me, the military has tried. Even the T-Pack chili is good. I actually had a soldier eat 6 MRE's in less that three hours (3500 calories each), then asked "what's for lunch" Great video. Thanks

[@dutchbachelor]

And why doesn't that surprise me (the 6 MREs in three hours)? When I was in the military (Austria) we didn't have your fancy MREs. We got either warm rations (when the field kitchen was out) or cold ones. The cold ones were actually better. Warm was almost always some sort of stew with fatty and gnarly meat and half cooked potatoes with some spices that would clear you out like a yard sale. I even preferred the NRG5 style emergency rations to the cooked stuff. Gives me goosebumps just thinking about it. Once a week there was "Grenadiers march" on the menu where they threw in all the leftovers of the week they thought to be still edible. Yeah, if you were wise, you'd rather go hungry. I don't think they even tried to produce something palatable. But sometimes we were lucky and there were things on the menu you just can't screw up, like beans and sausages or macaroni with tomato sauce and meatballs (we weren't so sure where the meat came from, but what the heck...). So we always looked forward to cold rations. That was usually some bread rolls, a can of meat or cheese spread (commercial) and / or air dried sausages, jam or honey and some chocolate or müsli bars. We ALWAYS had some dudes who after finishing their ration for the whole day in one sitting and then went around the company looking if they could scrounge some more.

[@greggmouritzen7478]

@@dutchbachelor personally, I was lucky to finish off one in a day. Sir, you are giving an adequate description of what we call T-packs. It consisted of trays with 18 servings (I think). There was 5 variants of eggs (probably made from rotten ones), a couple of beef meals, I heard about chicken, but never saw it, and of course the American standby chili. There were no sides like rice, beans, noodles (I think). So inedible, I don't think my dog would touch it. Any condiments disappeared quickly, as you had to mask the flavor somehow. Many would forgo a TPack in favor of MRE leftovers. For the U.S. I guess it really depends on which branch you're in, as some get treated better than others.

[@williammenchen7562]

My favorite gear is still the coffee making! I went from the c rations stuff to the little Coleman gasoline stove in an aluminum cup setup! USMC N/Korea, 1951! Your re-runs are more fun to watch than most of the new stuff Out there!

[@whiskeythree1622]

I see those Coleman stoves still, from time to time. They're very cool

[@haluter]

Much improved white balance & colour profile on this video compared to the classic "everything is green with neon reds " of the past 😁

[@Sjguitarpnw]

I wasn't sure if it was my screen or what but this does look great!

[@Jeff-jg7jh]

@@Sjguitarpnw It was pretty interesting but I like the old style too.

[@lindawoody8501]

I agree as the color looked somewhat different and better in this episode video.

[@clamdigr]

First thing I noticed as well, "wow this looks great!"

[@UncleWayne5104]

I will always put a cover over mine, either a tarp or the fly that came with it. Not so much for the rain, but for the cold wind as well.

[@slightlyevolved]

I haven't watched this yet but the thumbnail hits since i have a stomach bug right now.... The timing. Just wow.

[@Angel-hd2rs]

After Hurricane Iniki on Kauai, those MRE's tasted pretty darn good. And it was really special to have it served up by our "saviors" the National Guard.

[@owneripad7913]

A high-quality camera captures stunning landscapes, just as they appear in Latvia.

[@artiknanook9189]

Brilliant to show the materiality of fog with light. Salutations du Québec.

[@martinimbusch7465]

Hello luke, military time brilliant luke this will be great noing you. Martin in Norfolk uk 🇬🇧

[@thebaron1]

I love you yanks! You are bonkers! I've met many people from many different coutures, but you guys seem a different breed. Respect 🙏

[@LilaHikes]

An injured back and doing a military surplus hike. That's gotta hurt. Take care of yourself, Luke.

[@reneecopeland1095]

Thank you

[@FishN4Tips]

"This will put you on the toilet for sure" 🤣 Best comment. Great videos Luke. Any chance another camp out in the shed is in the works?, one of my favorite of your videos. Cheers.

[@OverlandOrange]

That camera is REALLY clear. Another great vid.

[@BaseDeltaZero1972]

I spent the 80's lugging around British military surplus on my adventures, everything was "58 pattern"...my webbing, my poncho, my basha/tarp, my kip bag, my canteens and cook kit, it weighed an absolute ton! - But hey. It got me "out there". Good times!

[@Sailor376also]

Lota years ago. Seriously injured my back. Abject agony that first day. Strangely, it was the back pack that did most of the healing. Old aluminum frame back pack 25 to 35 pounds in it. For a nearly 3 month long summer adventure. The frame shaped my back, proper posture, straps positioned shoulders,, and exercise. The back pack cured it.

[@Jesusisthe1way]

Thoroughly enjoyed your adventure. Appreciate all the hard work you put into all your videos. They are a welcome respite from the madness going on in the world.

[@allansanfranciscojr84]

watching from Philippines 🇵🇭

[@robertcrianza6882]

Its to have and not need it, then really need it and not have it . And there you go , it's raining . Good call , Luke.

[@cynthiajohns0n442]

I drink my coffee very strong with a few scoops of cream. Use to be rough after a few hours but not anymore. Love my coffee! Worked with a very lovely black lady on 3rd shift & she loved strong coffee too. But HERS was so SOOOO strong & thick! But OMG it tasted so good! Played for that 1 cup for 2 days...

[@darrenhaywood6021]

Hey Luke. I’ve just watched a British Horror movie called Dead Man’s Shoes. It’s a classic buddy and perfect for one of your trips. An ex soldier takes revenge for the death of his younger brother. You’ll love it. 👍

[@johnjeske5563]

Always great content. Appreciate your honest opinions on gear and food, not a corporate yes man trying to sell me a product. Enjoy to watch you when a product totally surprises you and surpasses your expectations. Thanks so much.

[@Stoafasaki]

I think Luke must have added some of "grandpappy's ole tractor juice" into that coffee :-) . And only one "and so on, and so forth" .... Very different video from the usual reviews - I loved it!

[@Kim-o3g5j]

You are one brave man

[@kathylong3814]

I am convinced that coffee is your SuperPower😂😂😂

[@Lt_Tragg]

Indeed, but did he refer to it as Tasters Nasty?

[@justinbowling9197]

True story. I just got back from a camping trip yesterday, and I had that same mre menu. It was tasty but I had bubble guts for quite a while. I feel your pain lol. Love the channel sir.

[@roypaulcarter4654]

Love all your videos Luke.

[@gringosolo]

Hapiness 😂 is what that cup of cofee would give me

[@billhillyadventures]

Awesome video! I like a lot of the military type gear, but you're right. It can get heavy fast! Anyway... great video!

[@brnrecluse2946]

Careful Luke. Drinking coffee like that could turn you into Tom Cruise! Great video. Strength and honor.

[@JohnConnor636]

59 degrees!! That made me happy hearing that fall is coming.

[@MariaWelsh-lu6fg]

Luke I'm so sorry you had to go through your baby son having strokes. My God that is traumatic When my firstborn son was 5 he started having infected blood clots. It was .one of the most traumatic experiences I ever went through. He is now a grown man of 32 ,father of 2 and the most unbelievable follower of Jesus I have ever seen. I'm pretty proud of the young man. He has been through alot.🩷

[@TheyllNeverGetMe]

It has been what is considered a mild summer this year in Texas with only a few weeks of 100+ degree weather as opposed to months of that. I too am greatly looking forward to cooler weather. I am heading to the mountains this Labor Day weekend to hopefully get a taste of fall temps at night. Have a great day and thank you for being a great source of peace for me every week. I hope to one day meet you and shake your hand.

[@TooOldToCare-kl3co]

Yet over here down under, winter temperatures high 20s(mid 80 Fahrenheit) today 31 degrees. Beach weather in winter.

[@BigDaddy_MRI]

Thanks Luke. I like the chats with you. I’m not crazy, but I do find myself replying to you as if you could hear me. 😂😂 USN vet myself, thank your Daughter for her service. I was on the USS America during Vietnam, then became a Plank Owner of the USS Nimitz when we cross-decked. She’s a great ship. AQ1, Aviation Fire Control is my name. Thanks for the great video! Hope the back feels better soon.

[@toddistre781]

Thank you for your service

[@Somemaysayso]

You really made me laugh about MRE. EXCELLENT.

[@raphaelperluiz7629]

What a beautiful forest, we don't have these here in Brazil

[@kearnsey64]

Thanks Luke! Hope your back is better soon!

[@suthius85]

Just Like with Tony, I appreciate it when you take the time to talk about movies and shows you've watch recently. Good to hear opinions from the general-audience type person. Sometimes listening to fellow movie-fans can be overwhelming.

[@stevendilts3883]

In 1969 I went through survival school in Little Creek VA before shipping out to Nam with the Brown Water Navy. The C-ration they gave me after being liberated from the POW camp was Spiced Beef. I've never been as sick off of a military ration as that one. Still have that P38 can opener. MRE's much improved.

[@neal7856]

Ham and Limas Brother. Good for setting expectations when you're new in-country

[@dylanwiley1921]

Caught a new vod during work on my lunch break?? Perfect timing! Love youe vidoes as always!

[@davidwilson-zs5xd]

Go my man,,,go ,,,,, well done Luke

[@davidduafala3050]

Generally speaking Lukes videos intrigue me but the military gear tests really are enjoyable. Keep up the good work. The Outdoor Gear Review rocks. 🤩

[@steve8421]

I like your style of "toast", keep it up.

[@MountainGirlwIPA]

I use to break into my dad's MREs and eat all the cookies. I think they had M&Ms. I ate those too .

[@hartfordjunction12]

I love that screen opening effect Luke!

[@marywalker2896]

I recognize that campsite. Such a pretty place.

[@jimmer1047]

Greetings from Sierra Vista Arizona! You said it Luke. Fall is on the way. Here in Cochise Co night have become much cooler the last week or so. June is the warmest month here. September is really nice and stays nice for seven months. In my opinion.

[@michaelkubis7573]

I had to endure MRE’s for 16 years. Hot sauce to make it taste somewhat better, and if you get the cheese, eat it. It’ll stop you up till you get home, then it’s another type of pain. 😂😂

[@MariaWelsh-lu6fg]

Seeing you set up your portables is a true treasure. I can't wait to buy my portables. The only thing I wonder about is pitching the tarp. I want to do a damn good job

[@joshp1486]

The Barred Owl is my favorite out in the woods

[@kristenburkett4274]

Just the other day we went and seen "the Forge". It was a really good movie!

[@david.9633]

Thank you for the episode. I saw the films you mentioned and enjoyed aliens in particular. Cucu didn't end up being what is expected.

[@RainbowSix1976]

I highly recommend The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare with Henry Cavill and Alan Ritchson… great WWII movie, funny, action story that inspired Ian Flemming to create Agent 007 and write Casino Royale 10 years after this true story! Thanks for the adventure as always, Brother! Keep ‘em coming! Strength & Honor

[@sasquatch907]

One of my setups is a Coleman cot Lightfighter II and Kelti 12……..works great…..

[@fairwind8222]

You wouldn’t believe the looks I get when people see me hiking with a twelve pack of beer and a dozen eggs 🍺

[@asmith7876]

I've packed in one of those 5 liter mini-kegs, 3 miles. Yes it was worth it. 🤣🤣🤣

[@johnacord6224]

Sounds great 👍

[@MariaWelsh-lu6fg]

Haven't seen a good overnight with you in a. good month or so. An adventure that is not overnight with Luke for me is very disappointing. So happy! We are in for an adventure......Oh yeah! 😊

[@kennethvalerio1294]

Yup another great video Luke 👍⛺️🏕️

[@TimCoe-u8n]

Luke, you can keep the coffee but the Stanley cook set is great!

[@brendabinczewski7624]

Very relaxed video. Thank you

[@kathymurphy7217]

End of Australian winter and it’s 30 degrees celsius today. Careful with your back .. nothing worst. Great vlog as always. 😀🇦🇺

[@lindawoods6841]

thank your daughter foe her service, another great video,,

[@prizm63]

MRE yep meal rejected by everyone . Seeing that MRE made me laugh, late hubby and I Ihad days of no power constantly in that tiny apartment so tried them all. We did also a Tent set up in that apartment too. The yellow blowup up military boat was the best joke when coming home from work seeing that fully filled boat in the front room. The 1990s were fun moments. Thank you Luke for reminding me of FUN TIMES with military surplus.

[@brendaf3132]

French roast tasters choice instant is my preferred poison. It's the cat's meow! 😅

[@Steve-pw2op]

I like that front pack, I want one! Oh and black coffee, and dried meats, nuts and seeds is fine enough for me, nothing fancy.

[@ReasontoLiveAdventures]

Best wishes to everyone, on this upcoming long weekend-at least here in the US.🤙