Outdoor Skills: Emergency Shelters | What are your options?

Let's look at some of the options for an emergency shelter when we adventure outdoors. There are tons of options, so we take a look at 6 different ones.
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[@GLEN1061]

An emergency shelter should take 1 to 2 minutes max to set up. A military issue poncho in plow point configuration, 3 small pegs and a bungy cord to a single point of suspension is all you need! In an emergency you don't need comfort only survival, even faster is a bivi bag get in sit against a tree or other windbreak and draw your legs up into a sitting (knees on chin position) to conserve heat and minimise heat loss through convection. Sitting on something to insulate from the ground is also important!

[@adaptablesurvival]

No doubt keeping it simple works. Just like to show some different options that may work better for others taste in gear.

[@darrenvanderwilt1258]

Excellent video. I’m currently looking and weighing options for a reliable, lightweight, and compact shelter/tarp. I totally forgot about Coalcracker Bushcraft’s T6Zero as a viable option. The other lightweight options are also interesting. Well done.

[@zanepullen8927]

I’m sure you’ve used them before but when I’m hunting I always carry a helicon-Tex military poncho for my rain gear and it can double as an emergency shelter also. Good videos man, keep them coming!

[@adaptablesurvival]

I've used them for sure. I'm not in love with them, maybe have a bad one. It just wasn't as waterproof as I was hoping. May do a video showing how to rewaterproof it.

[@johnjentzer1863]

Great Video with lots of information. I have a T6Zero emergency shelter. With the attached tie outs, my grandson can set it up in less than 2 minutes. It is a great addition to my day pack.

[@kristenvincent3622]

Loving the consistent releases, and the clear and concise information. Great video Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@adaptablesurvival]

Thank you! I'm starting to hit a stride in making videos. So should be able to keep this up!

[@markpoore3260]

I’ve carried the T6zero in my haversack for over a yr and used it a couple times in pop of rain storms I set it up in less than a minute. I carry the pathfinder tarp or a 8 by 8 oil skin for winter time

[@Dibbs.]

I like the options you covered. Keep up the videos man, thanks 🙏

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

Well done Paul! Survival kits are purposely built for survival, and are different than kits for camping, backpacking, etc. that is what I teach. And like you said, some form of cover i.e. tarp, poncho, etc. should be included in EVERY survival kit. My first criteria when building survival kits is the durability of each component, this is NOT the situation you want to be in - where items fail. For emergency shelters I prefer brightly colored tarps like orange or yellow and with a mylar reflective surface on the other, tarps which are still big enough to actually provide good cover, but IMO no more than a 7x10 size tarp.

[@OzMan9989]

The T60 is pretty innovative. I have a couple and they’re really good.

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

That is one sharp camera.

[@TheBeardedBurton]

Great video man! You’ll love the T6Zero

[@patfinn8859]

Thanks Paul. Good info!

[@adaptablesurvival]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@jimhale3879]

Good day. For my everyday carry is rain poncho (onewind) and a emergency blanket and maybe a small cheap small tarp. Also in my bigger packs I carry the above gear plus 10x10 tarp (D&D) or comparable and an heavier emergency blanket. Also heavy trash bags 2 each. With along para cord and blank line and some type of stakes. Thank you for another great video!

[@brianrichardson5974]

Good info, thanks for the content. I keep a cheap plastic poncho and a Mylar blanket in all my vehicles just in case and in each of my backpacks and hunting packs. Life’s lessons are best learned from pain and suffering!

[@mrwdpkr5851]

I keep single use ponchos in my work truck . they work great .

[@survivinwithrahlowb8622]

I keep the large Contractors bags for emergency use, also like them since the Corporal showed how to use them and a couple of poles to make an off ground bed, I also like your idea of the Mylar emergency blankets, keep a few scattered around for just that,,, or as an additional layer,

[@paulzimmerman3895]

Appreciate the quick review of all those items. Thanks, Paul.

[@adaptablesurvival]

🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@gwpattrick]

I got a couple of options. A good rain poncho. I do have a couple of the arcturus blanket tarps. I use a 8x8 pathfinder brown tarp, too, most often. You have to watch how you use everything, especially the arcturus tarps. Reinforce everything when you can. I was going to get one of those Marine tarps, but ah ar not sure, though,

[@adaptablesurvival]

I've used the hell out of my PF tarp. Been awhile since I've used it... might have to get that out.

[@OldNavajoTricks]

I've just put a mylar bag inside a twin cam raincover I made. Dpm one side, Desert the other, a tape frame inside for weight support, reinforced gap in the middle of the bottom and the mylar bag stitched to one side of the mouth. Apart from a pack cover it can also be used as, Bivvy/mattress. Forage bag/water collection. Windbreak/fire reflector. Mini hammock/seat/gear loft. Groundsheet/basha/poncho. Drybag/flotation aid for water crossings (not tested that function yet :-p) And it has three Xs on it so I can pull/invert the mylar and use as a rescue signal. I think that's all the options covered lol I feel like Forrest Gumps mate... "Dass 'bout all you can do wit a pack cover..." :-D Oh, I could also use it as a privacy shelter for changing/toilet.

[@adaptablesurvival]

Feel like Forrest Gump. That's awesome 😂🤣

[@southernizerwatching]

Came here from Corporals Corner..informative content Thanks.

[@Swish82]

Great video. I hope to see a video soon on that oil cloth tarp from Spain soon. I'm most likely going to buy it.

[@adaptablesurvival]

I'll see what I can do G-Swish!

[@richardstyron5716]

Good advice!!! Bearhard tarp 10' X 12'

[@adaptablesurvival]

I'll have to look one of those up.

[@lanecountybigfooters5716]

I have an Aquaquest 10x10 for winter/bad weather. For summer, I carry the Coalcracker T6-Zero tarp WHICH HAS LINES ATTACHED TO TWO CORNERS plus 4 stakes. I also carry a SOL emergency bivy year- round. In my chest rig, I carry a SOL HeatSheet - more durable than a cheap mylar blanket. I always carry an extra pair of merino socks, too. The truck has a complete change of clothing plus more.

[@marshallclowers1242]

I've got a Bearhard 9x9 camping tarp, it's pretty lightweight. I have used one of those cheap space blankets in an unconventional way... I sandwiched it in between my poncho and my woobie. It took a little bit of work, but after crawling in to it, I was nice and warm all night long.

[@adaptablesurvival]

Never heard of that tarp. I'll check it out! Those blankets can be very versatile. Just takes some thinking outside the box.

[@dangudgeon3833]

I will be using the USMC tarp as my primary shelter next weekend on Pike's peak. I will use a grabber as a ground cloth(the same one I used in my basic class). I will let you know how it goes.

[@adaptablesurvival]

Sounds good man!

[@nauticalknotcraft]

I've carried heavy & thin plastic, always a Mylar space blanket ( that's what we called them ). Just picked up an Arcturas, but haven't used it yet. Thanks for the info.

[@adaptablesurvival]

🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@jameskelly1680]

Good video. I'm also a gear hound, so my gear list changes depending on what I'm doing. Out in the woods for a hike, maybe in a remote area? Helikon Tek poncho (or maybe a milsurp) and swagman roll. I also carry an Arcturus blanket and a SOL escape bivvy, and a couple of contractor bags or a pad. But if I'm going light, I just have the bivvy and the Arcturus.

[@adaptablesurvival]

The biggest thing is figuring out what you want to carry and what you enjoy using.

[@BryanGroendal-gn9zu]

Good info

[@vvogt4252]

Great Video Brother Paul! Very Good Information. Everyone should carry a couple of these in their backpack. Along with Ziploc bag with 6+ nutrition bars. Plenty water, first aid kit, extra socks, Sun hat, or winter cap, signal mirror, Orange signal flag. Compass and Emergency locator beacon. 😀

[@adaptablesurvival]

Not bad things to carry at all!

[@danpass12]

I used a 5x7, similar to the pathfinder one, to prevent an emergency, specifically heat stroke. I set it up with silver-side up, as a sunshade. The difference was astounding. Put your hand a few inches underneath (even an inch) and nice and cool. A few inches above and you could very much feel the heat of the sun reflecting off the silver. No infrared was getting through that.

[@charlesgillette2925]

Options are good. I enjoy your work. Keep it going.

[@michaelcariello6233]

Please do a follow up video to show the set up of each system. Many thx

[@MichaelR58]

Good video Paul , thanks for sharing , God bless !

[@billg7101]

55 gallon contractor bags, aka. drum liner, is my go to emergency survival shelter

[@joeyjones9041]

I keep an Aqua Quest Safari 10x10 camo tarp in my BOB and have used it for a couple of years now. Really solid tarp, Helikon Tex makes a 10x10 in various camo patterns and DD makes a really good tarp as well as hammocks, their Frontline Model is really nice. Aqua Quest has a few models that vary on weight and bulk. Defender and Safari are their best models tho.

[@adventureswithpiper1045]

I personally carry the SOL emergency tent. cheap, a bit larger, easy set up, multi use. light and compact. I used to carry a simple nylon tarp. I like the SOL because of its bright color that can be used as a signal. Where I hike and camp is in the mountains so I feel that's important for rescue if I was ever in trouble. Great video as always Paul!

[@adaptablesurvival]

I've never tried the tent, mainly because I'm not a small guy, and some of them seem a bit small. I'll have to check em out again.

[@Sgt_Ham1724]

Thanks for all the great information!

[@adaptablesurvival]

Anytime!

[@ks7989]

Mylar blanket in my maxpedition pouch kit I take everywhere. That,a little gorilla tape and bankline and there's quite a lot you can do with that small footprint. Alternatively in wet conditions my rain poncho due to multi use capability. Add a 55gal heavy trash bag as an alternative and that's a good multipurpose piece too. One consideration is how fast you can deploy since emergency anything usually means not much time.

[@maineiacts]

Greetings Paul!! New rubber here and your channel recommended with a 'Shout Out!!' by Corporal's Corner - Shawn Kelly!! I will finish your video here later..its my bedtime lol, but wanted to make sure to check your channel out first... Best Regards!! Mindi in Iowa.👍💚🏕

[@tennesseesmoky9012]

I’ve had good luck with using a military style nylon poncho sold by several of the army-navy stores for about $20. They are lightweight, have garments for tie outs, are fairly durable, and can keep you dry. Pre-rig some lines on the corners for staking out the poncho, and a quick deployment ridgeline. I’ve had to use this setup a few times for overnight deployment in a sudden rain. Thanks for your videos. - Tennessee Smoky

[@graybeardedsheepdog9037]

1 is none, 2 is one. Carry a combination of systems to overlap

[@troysmith5331]

You're correct about Sol making a survival blanket like that the problem with theirs is it takes about two days to off gas the chemical smell the new Pathfinder blanket is amazing I just recently purchased the kit it's about 30 bucks comes with the that's Harper course 50 ft of paracord 100 ft of banked line and six ABS plastic stakes they folded over the corners then put the grommets in Dave Canterbury has a video out the shows him testing it hanging I believe it's like 50 or more pounds of weight off the grommets and then bouncing them up and down it did not tear out it oval-shaped The grommet but it stayed in did no physical damage to the tarp itself

[@krishoogstraat6866]

I’m a fan of the poncho for emergency shelter. I can wear as shelter or set it up as a tarp shelter. I also carry a 5x7 from Walmart that is a nylon in a small package. Find it in their camping gear isle. I also believe that this shelter should be changed out in your bag with the seasons. But you really should go out on the military surplus websites and price your USMC. That price won’t buy a Grade 3 anymore. And Grade 3’s can be pretty rough. A new one is almost $100.00 before shipping fees.

[@cripplers8]

I just picked up the Arcturus emergency blanket a few weeks ago & haven’t tried it yet but I generally have my Army poncho staged as a shelter on my MK2 Foxtrot pack.

[@brianmurphy6760]

Thanks for the video. I got an aqua quest defender tarp for Christmas, and on your suggestion the OneTigris tent floor to try as an emergency shelter. From what I can tell so far it will blow my grabber blanket away. Lighter, more durable, and the sewn in loops offer more options .I am taking them out this weekend with high hopes. It was a good idea, man. Keep them coming!

[@volkertc]

Good information. I am really interested in that T6Zero. Never heard of it, but it sounds like a great option.

[@adaptablesurvival]

Yeah its definitely interesting option. I need to get a bit more time on it before I do any kind of review of it.

[@flintstriker6944]

Like the video, but it'd be nice to see each tarp in its set up form as well while you explain

[@davef5916]

Check out the Sarma TST thermal cloaks and the jerven fjelldukens, much more durable albeit much more expensive. Base non-insulated versions are about 650grams. Really rate the Rab siltarp 1 too.

[@shanhutchison7332]

👍💯🔥

[@contentofcharacter]

I wish you had unpackaged these & showed what they looked like when deployed.

[@valstarkgraf]

I love those stupid mylar emergency blankets. I do like the SOL ones as a window blocking panel over back of my SUV to keep the draft off my neck because unlike other emergency blankets they don't tear out like a chip bag or candy wrapper. I once lived in in the bottom of a canyon where it was below 32°F for 12 hours a day six months out of the year because that canyon got no direct sunlight for much of the year (but was beautifully protected from storms). I made triple layer panels with emergency blankets and duct tape up all the walls of my tent and under the rain fly, clipped to the tent seams with little binder clips. It was a Faraday cage, so had to keep my phone on airplane mode to preserve battery, but I could have as much light as I wanted and be completly invisible, vent whatever I wanted by unclipping, and in the winter it held heat from my buddy heater just fine. Is this and ideal emergency shelter? No. But emergency blankets can definity be used in creative ways to enhance other shelter options. I was able to make a 3 season tent a 4 season tent and not die. As I tell my friends when they are putting together a bug out bag for their vehicles, you never know where or when or in what conditions you might find yourself stranded, having options is a good thing. Emergency blankets can be a good tool to have.

[@soton5teve]

Foil bivy bag, like the end blanket item just a bag.

[@jeffhowell3310]

Lol, by gear like a fien, how big is your storage space for all of it? Great information. I always carried a mylar emergency blanket in my day pack while hunting. Just in case, I hunt a very large place, and it is very easy to get turned around and lost there.

[@jim4936]

FYI I heard about your site from corporals corner.

[@williammcginley3448]

Hey Paul, just wondering about your opinion on the DD 3x3 meter tarp as far as durability and quality. AND,do you know if they are spray paintable? I purchased on recently that is coyote brown, and was thinking about a Camo scheme. Love your videos!👍

[@XS-ry6ig]

I wish you would have demonstrated how to use each item

[@apleparulo3958]

was looking at the ortovox bivy pro or bivy double which looks like options with some versatility - stretcher, tarp, bivy tent, bivy bag, plus they are durable not sing'e use type gear. But it is pricey. I'm also wondering how effective an emergency bivy that is non-breathable is. It will protect from wind and be waterproof, but there will be condensation. How much of an issue/consideration is condensation.

[@billg7101]

The highest mil trash bags I can find

[@generic53]

Disappointed you didn't bother to actually SHOW the products out of the bag.

[@adaptablesurvival]

That'll be in the next video in this series. I'm trying not to make these videos unnecessarily long, so they are a bit easier to digest.

[@damianpollock7321]

Man it's uncanny. You look like a guy I work with? Do you have a twin?

[@adaptablesurvival]

😂🤣

[@vince4316]

I really liked the T6Zero when it came out, but sorry the price is a complete ripoff imo.

[@adaptablesurvival]

I'm not sure of the entire process it takes to make the Xenon material, so I'm sure that plays heavily into the cost. It's like Dyneema/DCF material, a more technical material generally costs more. But this is just looking from the outside in.

[@fball214life]

SENT HERE ON THE ORDERS OF CPL CORNER!!!!👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🫡🫡🫡🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸