Learn to Camp SMARTER with LESS

Not everyone will find themselves in a survival situation BUT most everyone will find themselves camping with fewer tools than they might like. Greg shares some of his most helpful camping tricks, tips, and hacks to help you next time you're out in the bush!
Greg is a self-taught survivalist from Canal Flats, British Colombia, who, since he was a boy, has read nearly every book on the topic. When he is not out in the wilderness, he is a professional dry-waller. He started his first bow drill fire when he was thirteen and spent the next forty years learning bushcraft and studying plants and edibles. He has even developed some of his own survival techniques and is a skilled hunter with both a bow and a slingshot.
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[@amcconnell6730]

9:00 Cooking cans on the fire. Grab the can and thump the side on the heel of your boot. That puts a nice dent in the side of the can. Put the can on/near the fire and when the dent pops out it's ready and still not pressured enough to explode. No shaking, no risk.

[@Brndnrchrdsn85]

*tries this, misses heal and smashes can into ankle*

[@DeLaHov]

Thank you

[@rca-in-glasgow6781]

I started watching your channel first thing this Sunday morning instead of all the shitty news that’s happening in the world. And my heart just feels better. Thanks!

[@seatsniffer100]

That stuff is stressful, he is extremely relaxing. I 100% have to agree my heart and my mind always feel better watching his videos or just nature , camping vids in general. Glad you feel better

[@AndreasGiers]

Yes, I feel exactly like you. hope you get out into the woods ❤

[@journey4178]

i 100% am with the person! thanks for a great video

[@AlecMillar]

😂​@@seatsniffer100😷😷😷😷😷😷😷😷😷😴🫨😂😂

[@Miriboheme]

well said, man. i feel exactly the same.

[@nealmacdonald8191]

I have one fish cooking hack .Wrap fresh caught and cleaned fish in thick layer of wet newspaper, then wrap it in tinfoil. When cooked and unwrapped the fish skin will stick to the dry newspaper and be ready to eat.

[@Stroxiks]

Ill try it this weekend

[@alitadupray777]

Some people like the skin. It's good for you but I don't like it so, thank you! 😊

[@jant4741]

I like a well salted fish, fins spread pretty with the salt, skewed on a shaved stick thru mouth out gill thru belly and out, cooked near the fire until skin is toasted both sides. Yum.

[@user-fi5vx8cl3b]

If it were the end of the world would you eat the skin? It definitely a good idea to not be picky when the nukes drop just saying imma be alright.

[@nealmacdonald1575]

It was when we were camping and had just caught a fish and one of the campers next to us told us that method. Only time I ever tried it and it was amazing how well it worked and how good the trout tasted

[@donaldfrazier5244]

Anyone who treats their animals with kindness is a great person in my opinion,I subscribed!

[@Koji-888]

I love this guy. Seems so genuine and such a nice dude. 💁🏻‍♀️ 💕

[@richardthetroll6758]

I ate my dog . 😢

[@geoffreyshubert2263]

just fed my dogs after seeing you feeding yours... reminded me to treat my dogs good and feed them what they like to eat!

[@davedunn4285]

greg you are a nice man and looking after your dog Fin shows your kindness

[@carlforpresidentanthony4574]

Finns looking after him.. and Firewood LOTS OF FIREWOOD

[@Edwin-pq6dg]

He' s just like me .. He prefers to live with animals above humans . Too many wars and mad politicians in this world . Trump adores the Capitalistic dictators of communist China and Russia . Don't think that Trump can stop any war ... He only makes them worse . The future will tell . Even if the lie is just as fast , the truth will always catch her up .

[@zackmartin00]

"It can explode" "grab it and shake it" hahaha I love this channel

[@robynmarler1951]

😂

[@whitefeatherslinger8194]

Aint no biggie to the gregster,ive seen him exploding rocks at the fire and still managed to make his meal😂😎

[@obilandkenobi]

That freezer bag trick is actually awesome!

[@TheExcitedSoutherner]

Agreed! Would it also work with a water bladder?

[@JRprice25]

@@TheExcitedSoutherner IF it does it would take a lot longer

[@positivepotato6765]

What about plastic poisioning ?

[@JRprice25]

@@positivepotato6765 I thought the same and as I was writing my comment I thought about the fact that it’s safe to reheat foods in them and also put hot foods in them so it should be safe to boil eggs in… theoretically lol

[@coloradopackratprepper]

I Like that too!!!!

[@DiabloOutdoors]

You know, I can say with confidence that I know a lot about the outdoors. But there's also the quote from Horace Kephart: "There's no diploma at the school of woods". Meaning, there's always something new to learn. And this video is a proof of that. I didn't knew about this way to cook meat and what about the eggs in the ziploc bag. I would have never thought of that! Excellent video and that's why I love your channel Greg. Down to earth, practical, no fuss, no wham, just pure and simple fun, and knowledge :)

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Thanks for your support

[@jamesroberts1655]

Yo! Jackass from bama here.. Idk what it is about your voice but I was absolutely intrigued by the whole thing. The first video I’ve actually watched end to end. Your voice is so damn, doomsdayish but calming as a waterfall. New favorite channel!

[@bretthildebrand5838]

When the coffee is done with grounds on top. Just put a little bit of cold water on top of coffee. All coffee grounds will go to the bottom instantly. Old campground secret

[@gretaaterg8374]

As much as I like coffee, tea is the much better hot drink to bring.

[@peetsnort]

I do it every day with my French press made coffee. It makes it taste smoother for some reason

[@mrkimolsson]

@@peetsnort Thanks! I will try that tomorrow. I hate to wait for the coffee in the morning.

[@udrinkit]

It's called cowboy coffee. I make it on the stove daily. Cold water after of a rolling quick boil. No filter.

[@tomtroy3792]

Yep that's how I make my coffee and it's best to season the pot first boil some hot strong coffee in your pot for 10-15 minutes then dump out and then make your coffee in your seasoned coffee pot wow! It really does make a difference! It's delicious a cup of that while listening to some Jesse Murph music is a great way to start the day!

[@ChrisM-tn3hx]

6:00 just a quick note for folks that might want to give this a shot - just make sure your rock isn't one from a river. Some folks might be tempted, because they're easy to see and pick up. However, rocks that have been soaking in water for a long time can have moisture seep into the microfractures inside, and can explode when heated. Especially risky if you're trying to use them to create a warm bed. Dry-ish ones are fine. Just not ones that haven't been sitting in a river bed. Loved watching this. Takes me back to when I was a kid. So many of these things I knew what you were doing because I grew up in the woods, too, many years ago. I was just telling my cats last night what a wonderful invention aluminum foils was, and how versatile is was in the woods. With a knife, a tarp and tin foil, you can do just about anything. Yeah. I talk to my cats. I've never had a cat use my words against me or tell anyone my secrets. Anyway, it was a teachable moment for them, and another chance for me to show off my opposable thumbs. I'm a god to those furry little weirdos. My go-to knife is Schrade that does just about everything fairly well, although it weighs a full pound, so it isn't light. They call it a "Reckon Tini" now. Can't recall what they called it when I bought one, but it's a solid knife for the woods, and you can chop wood with it if you use a stick to pound it through. Not terribly expensive, either. Any time I go on a trip up to see my dad, that knife is in the pack I put in my Jeep, (along with my tarp, foil and a few basics) in case something happens somewhere in the middle, where there aren't any people.

[@kerry1727]

Greg is so down to earth 🌏 I find him very smart and informative !!!

[@gregoryschnatter3561]

Never thought you could boil eggs in a plastic bag that is so cool thank you Greg

[@zzgeneralsearch1070]

What a natural, likeable man 😊

[@bushcraftbasics2036]

Haven't tried it yet but heard slightly denting the side of a can before heating up in a fire is safer. The dent will pop out before it explodes giving you some warning. Was warned to point it away when opening though as contents may spurt out. Also heard you can heat cans fully submerged in water and they shouldn't explode. Both tips came from old soldiers from back in the day when rations were canned and you didn't want to open them until the last minute because you needed to move or were warming something up to bring to one of your buddies away from the rest of the group.

[@douglaswhite1306]

Correct. I was in the US Army 1972 to 74. C rations, in cans, in a trash can that had a diesel fuel heater. Toss cans in, dip them out and eat. Never explodes. Water only gets to 212 degrees never gets to steam temps.

[@moethereseller]

why not just crack the lid a bit. Makes no sense

[@bushcraftbasics2036]

@@moethereseller Keeping it sealed in case you have to through it in your bag before you can eat it.

[@bushcraftbasics2036]

@@douglaswhite1306 Thank you for your service.

[@nancyl3843]

Many thanks, Greg. I definitely learned a few things. Till next time, be safe.

[@bryanepp5340]

This is the best bushcraft channel I have come across yet. Keep filming! Practical stuff for us everyday people.

[@reidellis1988]

I grew up in Utah and have used wilderness survival skills many times. I am grateful to have been taught.

[@GiGiGoesShopping]

The world LOVES a person that feeds their pets well. You're a star Sir! These are hacks we've never seen in a world where many are filming stuff others have already shown.

[@delzinga06]

"Where did I put that tin foil?" LOL

[@redpillnibbler4423]

What tin foil?? 🤪

[@delzinga06]

@@redpillnibbler4423 watch the video! A joke you may get!

[@robynmarler1951]

Wait.... what IS tinfoil?🤕

[@redpillnibbler4423]

@@robynmarler1951 Aluminium 🤫

[@coloradopackratprepper]

Cracked me up too!!!!!

[@robertperreira9050]

This is a great blend of actual survival knowledge and also saying 'hey you can just go, and camp out have fun and use these things you know just because'.

[@kinglouistexas]

We moved to northern Michigan when I was a young boy of 10 in 1972, it was my job to burn trash in a trash pit, yes I had to dig the pit too, 5 ft by 5 ft and usually about 3 ft deep. Toss in everything, can, bottles, paper, EVERYTHING, and burn whatever would burn. When it was nearly full, you back filled it and dug another one. I learned about boiling liquid in plastic back then by accident. We had some milk go sour and it was in the trash, set it on fire and was amazed when the milk boiled and the plastic didnt melt below the liquid. It was also my job to dig new out house pits too. Amusing side note, I had gone on my first cold weather survival outing with my Webelo Pack that winter and the scout leader taught us to make a birch bark pot to boil water with, I remember telling the scout leader my discovery, he was impressed, he had never known it was even possible. I like Gregs videos, it reminds me of all my survival adventures long before YT. Actually used one of my tricks while stationed in Germany on an International Field Exercise called REFORGER, it stands for Return of forces to Germany to have war games for a couple weeks. It was intense nonstop setting up, tearing down camp and bugouts and driving half the night, you name it!

[@douglaswhite1306]

My unit, Headquarter Company, 1st Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division managed Reforger in Germany in 1974. I was the draftsman making map overlays and briefing charts in all languages. Busy, busy, busy. I was stationed in Schweinfurt Germany. Also designed silver and gold medallions as awards for 10 and 20 kilometer Volksmarches. German / American weekend walks.

[@kinglouistexas]

@@douglaswhite1306 1/1 Armored Cav 1AD, Schwabach home Kasern, Camp Pittman was one of our Border Patrol locations in Hof. Lots of fun back in those days. My Euro Tour was from 84-86, my last time at Pittman was in May of 86, when Chernobyl blew and Qaddafi was bombed which of course prompted a reaction from the USSR, SMLM vehicles and sniper fire into camp was a threat. The bad guys tossed a bomb into the motor pool, wasnt enough to damage anything, but it did create a SITREP for S2.

[@ellendevito2037]

Greg, you are my favorite contestant on the series alone ❤

[@rosieobi9260]

Survival and camping hacks make for a good mix. Anybody who camps, also needs to know how to survive, incase something doesn't go as planned.

[@jamesflashgun8794]

first video of yours I've ever seen and I enjoyed every minute subscribed right away

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Welcome aboard!

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Thanks

[@riverratranger1427]

Man after my own heart. I learned a lot of this as a scout in the 60s. My brother and I lived in the woods all summer from the time I was 11. I used these kind of tricks on my senior trip... a walking tour of South East Asia with gun and radio. One I'd add... have a couple rocks the size of golf balls with 6" "tails" made of wire for handles. Build a teeny fire and heat them one at a time and dip in your canteen cup of water to boil it for purification or coffee.

[@adamwhite4378]

The steak hanger is genius. I like that better than horizontal.

[@HikerBikerMoter]

and put a cup underneath to catch the juices, makes a good sauce

[@danpost18]

Finn is a really beautiful dog. Nice camping hack video. Many good ideas

[@preachta]

Cant wait for more videos Greg-prospecting,fireside chats,camping hacks. All awesome

[@fattytfrompsd3901]

A good concept. Knowing how to get around missing/damaged pieces of gear is great tools for the toolbox. The only difference between camping and survival is knowing when you’re going home so being able to do the most with what you’ve got is a both a creature comfort and a potentially life saving skill.

[@preachta]

Im.in Australia. Haven't been camping or glamping or anywhere for years due to.poor health. Love Gregs videos-fantastic. Camping around Australia-loved to shop locally-eat local seasonal foods-meat,fish,produce etc. Best memories.

[@keithlennox8195]

My parents did a one month Bus tour of Austraila. They I guess started at the top went to the bottom,. They climbed Ayers Rock, slept in tents, the bus trip was amazing. Maybe one day I will see what they saw.

[@DiabloOutdoors]

Why not camping in your backyard or even the balcony? Just don't forget the vegemite and everything will be fine ;) Do it, then comment here :D

[@edinelsonramirez5656]

On the can of soup, just pop the tab open enough to break the seal to vent, but don't remove it completely until finished :)

[@dianajones7999]

Makes very good sense !

[@jamesrobert782]

Finn is so funny, when greg pulled out the big knife, Finn got up and left the scene 😅 great improvise camping ideas greg.

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Lol

[@BrodyYYC]

Basically cooking those eggs with a campfire sous vide. I love it!

[@davidsmith8997]

That's what came to my mind too. Cool hack!

[@markraymond3198]

I am from Juneau AK and we did a whole pig emu style in the ground and instead of tea leaves we used skunk cabbage leaves and they worked great!! Thanks for the hacks, the tinfoil thing is also my go to , Dollies cooked on a fire in tinfoil with lemon pepper and butter if you got is awesome!! God Bless!

[@jant4741]

Fab idea Greg, hacks. Summer & some of us just like fooling around in the partially forested back yard! Partner’s health am caregiver so tied to home, but I still need to be outdoors! So what if the Weber grill is my fire pit & cut collected wood with a chain saw. Break out a tent & this granny can sleep on the ground with the grand pups! Party! ^^

[@carolmcfarlen34]

Hi, I still love camping, I love to watch your videos..Lots of love & luck all the way from Glasgow, Scotland , UK..x

[@coloradopackratprepper]

I sure wish i had thought of that "coffee pot" years ago when i would forget mine!!!!subbed!!!! And lolol i live in the Colorado rockies!!!! 73 yr old woman.

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Thanks for your support.

[@BM205]

The bacon and eggs in a paper bag comes to mind from the boy scouts 👍 I'm so glad I found your channel, it's great, keep it up buddy!

[@serenepeacefulrelaxingmusi3874]

Thank you for showing us these really brilliant hacks. Most of us would never have thought of these methods to get us out of a spot of bother. I really appreciate your knowledge. 😀

[@derekcrumbley4829]

I would say for the soup, don’t have to take the lid off, just a little crack to vent the pressure

[@johannes7110]

True, but then you can not shake it

[@nz-nz]

@@johannes7110use a little stick to stir.

[@burnstileinstallation9563]

Tin foil and stir would work too.

[@davidyendoll5903]

A friend , cooking for his new girlfriend , microwaved a tinned meat pie , a Fray Bentos one . That was a bad idea , but he also left the can sealed ! The microwave door was blown off its hinges , his kitchen window and door glass was damaged and considerable all round damage resulted ! Strangely the relationship carried on anyhow ! Bless . Moral of the story , dont take a microwave out camping with you ! Lol

[@Mr.Haneys]

I put a dent in the tin first and then chuck it in the hot coals and with a gloved hand take it out and shake it every 10 or 15 seconds until the dent pops out.

[@TheRowls]

Hiya Greg, nice vid, I must admit, I didn't know about the 'boil-in-the-bag' hack. Regarding the cook in the tin, to prevent the can exploding, the British Army taught us to laterally dent the tin, with any pressure build up pushing the dent back out. Have a good day buddy.

[@NikosKatsikanis]

depends how thick

[@TheRowls]

@@NikosKatsikanis Elaborate?

[@PNWBackwoods]

Keep on keepen on

[@flysky6248]

Hey Greg,hope you’re doing well Sir!Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and experiences.

[@autumnsimms3402]

Hey, Greg and ❤️ Finley ❤️. Beautiful views there this time of the season. Hope you and the family are all well. Can't wait for the bestie and I to use some of these tricks. Give Finley a huge hug for me!!!!

[@jeffsharp2981]

Greg is a pro at forgetting things👍🏻😆

[@joeyshine80]

I would even love to watch how Greg spends a day and night in the city! Where/what does he eat? What kind of parks or local lakes does he visit? Greg could even make that super interesting

[@duvessa2003]

Tip: If you have Attention Deficit, you definitely need to take the lid off those cans before heating them, otherwise you’ll have scars, too.

[@duvessa2003]

Love to see people thinking outside the box 👍🏻

[@robynmarler1951]

Me too 💖

[@pauls.2308]

Love you, Greg!

[@sarahhamlin634]

The boiling the eggs trick was the best.

[@j2c695]

Love the channel Greg hope to see what’s new on your end!

[@georgepate1991]

I've boiled water in a paper bag before just roll sides down and what ever depth the water is the bag will burn off above that. Love your videos

[@iainpaton1865]

Great video friend thanks again and please keep the great videos coming friend. From Scotland 😊

[@dnlmachine4287]

Great to see you still making videos and camping. Watched your whole entire Alone season, you did dam well. Stay gold.

[@michaelthomas989]

If you don't want to try the hand grenade soup can method, you can just wrap it in foil to cook faster.

[@redpillnibbler4423]

Or just make a small hole in the lid?

[@thomasa1891]

In Sweden we drink a lot of coffee and those of us who work in industry or construction workers call our coffee workshop coffee. Strong and almost viscous. So after morning coffee there is a quick queue for the toilets when our stomachs need to be emptied quickly 😅 Your coffee reminds us of our coffee, and I guess your stomach reacts just like our stomachs every morning 😂 Lucky you alone in the forest But nothing beats strong coffee in the morning, and a free toilet nearby..

[@bakkila99]

I’ve been wanting to make a backpacking video like this. So many backpackers are all about all this different gear, and trying to bring it all, and be lightweight, when if they just brought a good bushcraft knife, they could easily make these things in the bush fairly quickly with practice.

[@codeybray3331]

Greg always watch your videos when I feel down love the videos you and flower are AWSOME the alone show was great

[@kingrafa3938]

Looking forward to the video

[@lorrainesavoie1394]

Well in today's day and age... Where the the world is heading I won't be to quick, to say minimum survivalist videos. These are the videos that people will remember watching - which will save our **** in a bad situation. Great video as always.

[@ThomasPaine223]

Well done, Mr. Ovens! Hacks r always good to know!

[@gregsicina5288]

I absolutely love this video idea. I hope it becomes a long running series Greg. Be safe.

[@proudanishnabwe.9582]

Finny chillin in the back after that bowl of spegetti soup. N egg. 💖 such a cute dog. Those knives are a good gift for anyone in that bushlife. Living.❤

[@PORCUPINEOUTDOORS1980]

been watching you for years on tv and the internet thanks for all the knowledge.

[@preachta]

The physics behind heating water in a plastic bag due to waters heat capacity and phase change is mind blowing. I know I can't explain it correctly properly. An awesome useful hack.

[@rebeckamickelboro6159]

This is my favorite bushcraft channel! You show us really practical things.

[@bashkillszombies]

That's one gorgeous pooch, I loved how eager he was soon as he saw that can!

[@richardsunday1612]

7:22 the dogs thinking “is that steak for me Dad?” 😅

[@wrenchboostboi8994]

I love bush life. Spent all my childhood and teenage years camping in Northwestern Ontario near Upsala, English River. I love my Benchmade knives… they are expensive but well made and use that high carbon tooling steel that comes razor sharp. My dad always made coffee for us that way, but in a pot over the fire of course lol He called it Finnlander coffee! I remember if you were kinda in a hurry you could gently splash some cold water over the top to make the coffee grounds sink faster.

[@Bergtrolfer]

Norway here, this bushcraft also works in our alpine forests. This is an important lesson👏👍👍👍

[@charlesmckinley29]

Thank you for the tips.

[@philipehrmantraut1548]

More please great video and love them all🎉🎉🎉

[@danholmblad9925]

I have learned a couple of things. Thanks. Keep up the awesome work. God bless.

[@campkillemall]

There's no one like Greg Ovens. I'm glad to see you are well and still rockin' dude.

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

All looks good. Thanks and take care 😊

[@maineiacts]

AWESOME, GREG!!! TY! 💗👍🙋‍♀️

[@danielconley7042]

I love Gregg's instructional videos! You're so cool❤

[@funnyyylock]

Thanks for the video and nice shirt. From Oklahoma!

[@OlyCerrito-si3yy]

Bad day now a good day because Greg vid

[@LoneWolfExplorer]

Thanks for sharing these camp cooking hacks, always great to know if needed 👍

[@gratefulprepsnj]

Absolutely genius. Thank you!

[@unique5580]

Love the videos been watching for a long time now keep it up bud....

[@Ncgirlverysingle]

I just came across your videos ! Your awesome ! Keep them coming

[@classylady1947]

Lol when you showed the large knife Finn was laying by your truck, he got up and left. Thanks for the Hacks my first time watching you did a great job.

[@theprayer1284]

Like how you are just REAL.Thanks for sharing.

[@pursleydl2009]

Thank you for the great tips. I am enamored by your buddy in the background. Shephards are awesome!

[@markwolovetz]

Well done.

[@bmac1209]

Great hacks Greg! .......Keep em coming!

[@frost8077]

The foil is a great idea. Compact to pack and no dirty dishes to clean. Inside the roll, you can store your eatery and some paper towels.

[@williamwert9684]

Another great video Greg :)

[@metals_etched]

Great video. Thank you!

[@johnkelly5487]

Thanks Greg, Jack, RI, USA

[@sarashepherd1438]

Good stuff, Greg! Keep up the good work bro! And thanks for the tips

[@GarretSloan]

I learned more watching this one video than I have watching hours of other bushcraft type creators. Thanks so much...I definitely am a new subscriber.

[@olyman63]

Awesome show thank you Greg. Jokers knives are sweet.

[@Beyond_the_Fall]

Raw, unfiltered beautiful info here. Love this channel!

[@bradystalbaum2392]

Good video Greg! Love the fireside type chats my friend!

[@michaelfortner973]

Greg you rock thanks for the videos😊😊

[@MikeONeal-m8n]

Greg, fin.... You guys are awesome, love the content!