HOW TO STORE MEAT in the Woods

How To Store Meat in the Woods - This video captures the methods and practices of hot smoking meats in order to make bush jerky (made from elk) or common beef jerky. This is a method of food preservation and should be practiced with the utmost care and attention. Meats not properly dried and smoked can lead to serious illness.
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[@Bhslion]

Honestly, I watch to fall asleep. But I always learn something. Makes me want to hop out into the woods so bad.

[@puppe517]

Ya men ur not alone with it. I also hear it to fall asleep. Its super nice.

[@drunkwoodswyllia4885]

Yeah I really want to get outdoors as well!

[@DroopyWorm]

Don't think about it. Do it

[@Sionnach1601]

Thanks Paleo Tracks. Lovely camera work. You did a great job of setting up that little cooking fire area; you explained your methods very discerningly and scientifically good man; and I particularly liked your initial pre-amble walking through the woods. This footage was particularly nice. Oh and it was very nice too to see the Chef tasting his handiwork - MANDATORY THAT!!

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Sionnach1601 appreciate it greatly. Thanks for your kind words and feedback. 🌀

[@KMediaTVChannel]

appreciated the jerky anthem at the end

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Haha. My pleasure. Occupied minds! Haha

[@kevinkline6835]

New sub here. Third video. Impressed with your skills. This video reminds me of my younger days in Colorado. Now a days I'm confined to my bed most of the time. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Many blessings.

[@karasu1982]

Can you do a tutorial on bow drills from locally sourced items, and some about smoking fish, please and thank you.

[@jasonwalls8996]

Donny could you please please please do like a "Dealing with the dangers of being a Bushman"? Your videos are awesome and informative I think this subject would be brilliant. Keep up the good work xx

[@jobobighole1495]

Incredible how long at the most would that meat last without going spoiled or off four days maybe a week? How long, and please please make a video on how to preserve meat for the longest period of time possible please it would be very much appreciated

[@adrianpike7336]

Bro, that meat will last even a month. If u keep it dry it can last a six months period.

[@Finn-uz2fv]

That looks so damn tasty!

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

It’s the best. Thanks for checking me out. Much respect. 🤙

[@i-love-comountains3850]

@@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks I had a feeling this was Colorado! I'm only about an hour from monument, i should get out there more. Just lost my truck for camping, though, so it'll be....a while:/

[@robertpattinson2065]

Yukon we hang dry caribou with smoke licking it all day and surround the area with mosquitoe netting and hang the meat for three days,and spring and sockeye salmon.

[@MuskratOutdoors]

Good video. Idaho now has Hydatid Disease, caused my Eccocus Granulosis. (I know that must be spelled wrong!) It's very nasty stuff and making jerky doesn't kill it. Well cooked meat is supposed to be safe, but not dried meat. I love jerky, and have made a lot of it, but I'm afraid to do it now. I even have an electric smoker with digital temp control.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Muskrat Outdoors I hear you. Hot smoking is the only aspect I do in the bush. At home...different story. I am going to look into Hydatid Disease and see what it’s max tolerance temps are. I think in hot smoking because of the temps and the thinness of meats should rectify the Hydatid. Hopefully...haha. Thanks for watching brother. Talk soon Muskrat.

[@armyvet4043]

Look guys, I don't know it all, but I'm reading that as long as you don't eat, or handle, the droppings of those animals you should be fine. The tape worm eggs will only pass to you through handling or eating the poop. Or possibly handling the lungs or guts so be extra careful when ya skin and gut them. Other than that, I't should be ok to make jerky. But again I don't know it all. Double check me, and research it a little first.

[@secretname3897]

@@armyvet4043 sometimes the issue with feces-born pathogens and such is whether or not it is on the body of the animal. Cutting through an affected pelt can bring whatever is ON the pelt into the meat inside. Handling can cause this as well; if you touch something, then touch the meat, whatever you touched is now on the meat. Like if you were harvesting a deer with a feces-born pathogen, it's not likely to have rolled in its own waste, but touching the bottom of the hooves could lead to contamination, as well as - like you mentioned - nicking the guts. Additionally, intestines aren't always a perfect seal. Sometimes things leak through and go where they shouldn't. Not to say any of this makes it explicitly dangerous or a guarantee that infection will occur, but simply remains something for one to consider. Though my knowledge is also mostly from research over time rather than practical application. :p

[@DroopyWorm]

Smoke (whole leaf, pure) tobacco while gutting/handling. Strong antiparasitic, even the smoke. Also keeps insects away, especially gnats. Just a thought

[@jkeezy93]

I never thought that Charles Manson would ever be teaching me how to cook. But, here we are!

[@zeblackboi]

6 hrs to dry. 2 mins to wipe out.

[@ObviouslyLeo]

Be funny if a big foot came out and said can i have some too

[@ms.gordon3802]

Lol it sounds like he says elf meat in the beginning

[@IdahoEagle77]

Well, how did the Native Americans do it back in the 1800's? They didn't have a way to test the temperatures to make sure everything was killed. 7 hours for a tiny handful of meat.

[@Inyourhideyhole]

Common sense 😂❤

[@iconofsin1043]

What a stupid comment and assumption

[@loriekaczmarek9788]

They put out the meat to dry .someone was always maintaining it. You can leave dried meat over smokey fire for days on end of you want. Can't go bad smoke protects and cures it. Or once dry they'd pound the meat into powder and mix it with tallow. And place it in rawhide envelopes sealed with more tallow. Lasts a long long time like that. Just have to keep it from getting damp.

[@Systematiclol]

Preserved meat for the next couple days... as if you didn't eat it all as soon as you pulled it off. I would have.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

In all honesty...it was about 12 hours. Haha. You get me.

[@williamproctor8614]

Where's the salt and pepper tree? Great video man thanks. The more ideas the better!

[@aelavillones5972]

Even the twigs are pretty 😭 so beautiful!!

[@michaels8881]

I really enjoy your videos brother, thanks for sharing. I’ve learned a lot from you. I would like to see a video on smoking or just how to preserve large pieces of meat such as deer leg quarters. Or even if it can safely be done. I would appreciate a video on it or if you could recommend a video. Thanks again

[@noahriding5780]

This is actually a very good topic to cover. People do worry about this and how to store any food while in the woods, both meat and other stuff that's prepared already.

[@robediger4200]

Great smoker you made out of the resorses around you. Another good informative, educational video. If you had twice as much meat would it take longer?

[@PghGingerKid]

It shouldn't, the time isn't the issue, just need more space if you can't spread it out and focus the smoke. it's just making sure you're getting air flow and smoke around it all the meat. The thinner you slice it, the faster it will dry out.

[@huntermetrejean232]

How do you get the meat to 165 to kill bacteria without fully cooking the meat? 165 is cooked meat.

[@messianicagejudaism]

how long does it last after you hot smoke it?

[@thatguy2537]

If you sun dried you can preserve it nearly a month.

[@Nick_Jamez]

These are great videos. Going to have my kids watch em.. hopefully get out n try sometime ourselves.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Awesome! Thanks for watching. That’s the goal to be honest…parents and kids outside. Have fun!

[@friluftsliv4572]

Thank you, nice video as usual! Best regards from french alps

[@ethangilbert8794]

I have watched pretty much every video on this channel, and it’s safe to say I am never disappointed, also that looks delicious, I love your videos keep it up!

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Thanks so much for watching.

[@ethangilbert8794]

You were the one that started me in bushcraft, I have a lot more to learn, mostly by going out and doing it myself, but you have helped me learn a lot and gave me a good starting point. Thanks. I hope to see you in the bush someday.

[@ericpelletier3384]

I liked the video but might wanna change title to how to smoke meat not how to store which is a total different subject

[@JonnyParker-]

Cool video I dig what you did there making that smoker with all the rocks , were they granite rocks by the way? Does it matter what kind of wood you have to use to get the bed of coals down initially? Thanks.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

It was a type of monzonite granite. I used aspen pieces with very little bark to burn and turn into coals.

[@JonnyParker-]

@@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks nice one man take care

[@Sionnach1601]

@@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks I've heard it say that certain types of wood e.g. holly tree wood, is actually toxic. I don't know if this is true, but here in Ireland I'll be shticking with me ash, oak or beech. In any event, it would have to be hard wood anyway, as pines and evergreens make very pungent / bitter smoke for cooking on. And yes *thanks*! Remove bark - very good point!!

[@chemicalwonderland2492]

do you have to remove all the fat from the meat first? i heard that fat will spoil your jerky, but ive had bacon jerky before with lots of fat on it and never refridgerated it and it was fine.

[@someAholeComment]

The principal of making jerky is to remove moisture from the meat, as that's what bacteria need to thrive. Fat is very moist, and you want as little as possible on your meat. Otherwise it will go rancid. In a survival situation it's good to use the fat to render tallow, which has many uses.

[@CloudlessStudio]

You look like what I imagine Aragorn would look like when he got older

[@cocoamcjaegermeister5534]

He could probably play an older Aragorn. Or Geralt of Rivia. Aragorn is better though. 😁 Ironically they all love and do bushcraft! It must be a character class for humanity or something. 😂

[@mazlosoutdooradventures8594]

Do you ever smoke the rabbit or squirrel?

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

I do. It tastes good. Thanks for watching.

[@Hunter_Kyles]

Hey, Donny. What do you think I should make out of a stoat or possum fur pelt?

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

A nice little pouch always works.

[@281covfefe5]

Thnxs for uploading and sharing this 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@marklevesque9634]

Awesome video, I wanted to come join you, lol, looks so good, stay safe brother 🙏

[@mikeusta8274]

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[@crazyloki5819]

What part of the Rockies are you in? I'm originally from Portland Salem Oregon area I spend a lot of time up in the mountains about Scotts Mills Detroit area also Washington Tonasket area pretty much all the Pacific Northwest Eastern Oregon I've done a lot of this I really enjoy your videos it makes me miss home I'm in Minnesota now no real Wilderness here at all

[@loriekaczmarek9788]

I do this with fish when camping. As long as the fire is maintained so theres very little fire with smoke ive left fish on a willow rack over it for several days. Important thing is to keep rain and dampness from ruining it

[@ABanda14]

lesson learned, lay the meat out flat, got it!

[@N1pp4l03]

Ahh man that light is beautiful in the morning

[@haritchie3460]

If it works for you job well done. Its a skill learn ..some times pass on.

[@iknowmy3tables]

Hey Donny, do you have any advice on how to collect and store fats in the bush, possibly even without a frying pan. Does fat melt off during the smoking process?

[@EddieGilliland-m3v]

You will be pooting smoke rings when you are done.

[@realwolfcry]

Love the videos but they're way too quiet even with headphones.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Some older videos are the best quality. Sorry.

[@leahc8347]

What can one do, or put in or on the fire etc to keep it smokey rather than more flame? And stay for longer smokey

[@tbrew8222]

Greener woods will make more smoke. Some good coals, and smoldering half dry woods or even green woods on top. Or, lots of chips, , thick shavings or twigs in layers too thick to flame good. Flames want airflow, chips will just smolder if thick enough.

[@ratchetcogs517]

That first rock looks like a petrified turtle shell

[@ryanschultz4119]

What part of the Rocky's were you in here? I live in Salt Lake City, Utah. 1 of my favorite parts about living here. Is being 20-30 minutes away from hiking a seemingly endless amount of trails in our stretch of the Rocky's.

[@Beardedwonderchild]

This guy looks just like cullen bohannon

[@triune7139]

Elk Meat is so Damn good! PNW Coaster here, Roosevelts! I've never ate a Rocky elk before, but id imagine they taste pretty similar.

[@Spiderclawz]

This could have been two videos!:,) the second one should be what do you do in the mean time while waiting 5 hours for jerky to dry

[@mylesmontgomery942]

I know this about survival and everything but i bet the reason they call y'all wild and survivor men is cuz yall can never *close your mouths when you chew.* I wanna get out there and do all this stuff too but not if i sound like i'm beatin my meat every time i sit down to eat.

[@forwhatitsworth364]

Just what i was looking for. Thabks for being so considerate.

[@Thetuxguy784]

This is my 3 am meditation

[@brandonsetter6599]

Same thing watch and fall asleep

[@jareth7456]

Gonna need more meat than that for 3 days

[@rhondaclark716]

Thankfully 😅 I found this channel

[@nathanvalentine8136]

Like the rest I've watched, another excellent video!!

[@marcarvermeulen]

Thanks for all the info here. Really helpful. I’m watching ALONE on Hulu, and I’ve been thinking that the participants may be helped by smoking fish to spread out longer the benefits from big catch days. So I KZbind around and found your video. Wd one smoke fish the same way?

[@brettbarce8563]

This is why when they film alone the " expert teachers" are the first to time out..... There is no time out in real life

[@drunkwoodswyllia4885]

Where are you located Donny?

[@sammyistwizted]

Love his videos ...this is what tha world needs a guy like him ...God bless u an jeep u safe

[@OnekamaProducts]

How long will this jerky last? I’m trying to find videos with meet preservation for up to 3-6 months…

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

It will last that long. Stick it in a jar, keep it cool and you are good to go.

[@OnekamaProducts]

Thanks for your help! You just added a subscriber 👍

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

@@OnekamaProducts awesome. Appreciate it. More videos coming soon.

[@never_forget_the_skars3478]

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[@never_forget_the_skars3478]

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[@never_forget_the_skars3478]

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[@never_forget_the_skars3478]

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[@never_forget_the_skars3478]

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[@never_forget_the_skars3478]

yes, shetclons feis extinshon inminently

[@jillatherton4660]

Yummy yummy.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Thank you 😋

[@katsukiowabara3725]

Dony how do you keep that?glass jars?

[@vladimirsavchenko1560]

How long could it be preserved for before I should eat it?

[@cRaZyLaMa84]

Thanku exactly what inwas looking for and thanku with the heat temps as well.

[@branni6538]

Hot smoking doesn't keep long-term does it? All the native folks from what I've learned always cold smoke/dry jerky to keep long-term.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

It depends. Cold smoking typically, well routinely has to be cooked and stored in low temps. Hot smoking really dries the meat it and keeps it. Cool temps are key in all smoking and food preservation.

[@bushlite3655]

Paleo Tracks how long does the meat last? When smoked

[@Karbfd583]

@@bushlite3655 It is stated in the video.

[@Sionnach1601]

@@Karbfd583 No need to be smart. All you had to do was to be helpful and say that Paleo Tracks said that it lasts a few days.

[@Joshua-cc8gv]

You took that first bite and it triggered your inner beast

[@deathdealer8233]

I bet you the 12 dislikes are vegans

[@Davicks]

Love it

[@huebay9224]

you look like a far cry 5 scout

[@primal.wanderer]

What kinda things do you do while you wait for the meat to smoke?

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

I stay pretty busy keeping the smoke and fire going...I craft cordage, baskets, Knapp...just depends really. I sit sometimes and just be.

[@primal.wanderer]

@@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks 👍👍👍

[@Sionnach1601]

@@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks That's a lovely reply, esp the "I sit sometimes and just be". Some folks say that we're supposed to be hit by a really major asteroid blitz, October 2020 - extinction level event. Any thoughts from anyone or is it just daft do ye think? At least you'd be ready more than most Paleo Tracks.

[@FlickSh0tt]

Half of your daylight hours just to dry the meat. Is it worth it? So much time past surely you could have just waited a few hours and cooked it as your next meal. What are the benefits of doing this?

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

I traveled for the next three days not having to cook. Extended food options. Pretty common concept.

[@FlickSh0tt]

@@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks so what does the smoking do, just dry out the meat? Do you not have to cook it at all? How exactly does this preserve the food for a few days I find it interesting.

[@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks]

Hot smoking is a method of drying meat for preservation. No need to cook it as it is jerky. It will keep for some time. The smoke adds flavor and also carries heat, low heat. Low heat dries it...less than 165° but greater than 140°.

[@FlickSh0tt]

@@DonnyDustsPaleoTracks ok thanks for replying 😁

[@dankcanderson5959]

So what time should we aim for? About 6 hours 30 minutes or should we go the full 7

[@RaviLa183]

Appreciate you!!!!

[@chemicalwonderland2492]

so, are you drying and cooking them at the same time?

[@kash5601]

love your videos! always learn something every time i watch one of your videos! :)

[@GRIFFIN1k]

Oh shit this the guy from alone

[@limeprod.248]

Best KZbin channel ever ngl

[@michaeltrees6872]

More volume.

[@markus2151]

I almost can’t hear you

[@migueltorres4279]

Where’d you get your bow ?

[@Goob57]

How long does it last?

[@canecorsodude1224]

Nice video man! by the way, which wood is poisonous for smoking meat?

[@alexanderrique579]

Depends on part of the world you happen to reside

[@adrianpike7336]

That looks nice :D

[@kalstreksandtrails7606]

Awesome video bro

[@richardfranz5733]

Would have been nice if I could have heard anything he said. Volume on full blast and only heard mumbling.

[@mongolloyd5236]

Awesome video, this is very thorough and easy to follow. Is this best to do with fresh meat, or could I do this with thawed meat I've already harvested and frozen??

[@crooked8168]

Why would someone dislike your videos? 18 vegetarians disliked this video for no reason. Sir, you are a legend!

[@lpm67]

Your not reaching a broad enough audience if there's no dislikes and yeah they're probably vegos

[@deathdealer8233]

Personally I would have built the fire pit longer and made a chimney to smoke it better

[@jayscraggs6320]

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