Make A Pyramid or Range Hot Tent On The Cheap

Lonnie goes into great detail on how you can make your own hot tent using two 12 foot by 16 foot poly tarps. This tent style has been known as a Range tent, pyramid tent, miners or prospectors tent. The cost for making this tent is just a tiny fraction of a commercially made pyramid tent. You will also learn how to install a stove jack to turn this tent into a warm and comfortable long term shelter. This tent is now over a year old and has gone on several trips into the backcountry wilderness of Alaska including several epic river trips that have logged well over 300 river miles over several weeks. It has been hauled into the Alaskan winter wilderness by snowmachine and camped in at temperatures as low as 5 degrees above zero Fahrenheit so far. I am very pleased with this tent.
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Hello my name is Lonnie and My wife is Connie.
Here at Far North Bushcraft And Survival you will learn about many long forgotten tricks and tips of the old time woodsmen. Not only will you learn about bushcraft / woodcraft but you will learn many things that will help you to survive in less than ideal "survival" situations as well. Come along and sit with me by the campfire as I delve into these subjects in a way that you can easily learn to then do yourself.
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[@Godomagy]

I gotta tell you that I don't go camping despite of the fact that I would love to but didn't have courage to do it yet. I think I have watched all your vids and they are inspiring. I can see through your vids that the Lord is with you. Please continue doing your videos. God bless you both.

[@bluegunshooter9823]

A great idea! The bipod outside! It will keep stress out of the peak - if using a pole inside ( i destroy my peak by using a pole inside) - and also - you haven't the stovepipe near to a centerpole ! Also the grommet above the doorflap - great idea! I will combine this new ideas to the tipi that i've made on your construction planes! This is very useful! Thank you for sharing!!

[@johnlbales2773]

Thank you Connie & Lonnie. Bless your hearts. You are such dear folk.

[@knarlygnivesandoutdoors8034]

You are a very skilled man Lonnie, if only more people cherished these skills and kept them alive, you and Connie have a great hunt I hope you are bountiful. God bless. -Kyle

[@massmasterson4464]

You two are a lovely couple and I enjoy the two of you together!!!

[@johnharrington2831]

Mr Lonnie, I thank you and the Misses for sharing all the great instructions and pointers that you share with us the public ! I actually sometimes feel like you be family, I drove semi trucks all over this great America for 40 years , and always wanted to drive to your great state, it just never happened , and I've got to many years and miles behind me now to consider such a trip, but please be careful and know that what ever you believe or not my prayers go with you and the Misses Thanks ....Johnny b.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Connie and I are very much born again believers and always appreciate any and all prayers. Thanks Johnny

[@dexbackcountry8205]

Love the teepee tent. I wanted to suggest using a different colour tarp or your teepee. Use the tarp that is silver colour on one side and black on the other. In winter the silver on the inside would reflect heat and the black on the outside would absorb the rays of the sun. In the summer flip it the other way around and the silver side will reflect the sun’s rays away. Thanks. Yours truly John from Canada.

[@Casey1pj]

Lonnie, I am fairly new to your channel. The first video I watched was when you made a bush craft bench. The only metal tool you used was a knife. The next one was Connie making a meal while you created cutting boards and accessories. She was so eloquent and vocal when explaining her recipe. She seemed camera shy today. I hope that she realizes that we love both of you. I have a lot of catching up to do on your videos. You are truly original and quite a brilliant individual. Oh! Connie, you are truly a skilled bush crafter yourself. Don't be shy girl. I love your smile and am looking forward to seeing much more of both of you. Casey

[@bushcraftnorthof6012]

Hey guys! Nice setup. Hope it serves you well. Here's to a safe and fruitful hunt. We're headed out today with a jetboat and my inflatable to go looking for moose. Should be a good weekend. Now your making me excited to try my hand at tarp tent making! Thanks for sharing, and as always, take care.

[@FelixImmler]

Wowwww. what a fantastic project. Thanks a lot for this great inspiration dear Lonnie!!

[@jeffreyanders6143]

Thanks Lonnie and Connie for all the video.

[@Hylanda11800]

Rebecca & I send our wishes for a safe & successful trip, take care because we care god bless you both

[@williammurray885]

Excellent Lonny

[@patriciavyce1993]

Thank you,sooo...much !" You and your wife Connie are the Best !" 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@BjornAndreasBull-Hansen]

Thanks a lot for this. This could be very useful for us here in Norway!

[@TheRealJerseyJoe]

Fantastic ! This is why I love your channel.... great job !

[@mtstream55n]

We really appreciate you two as well. You always have some interesting lessons!

[@guns4funcajanajustin]

Well done Lonnie! Have a good hunt stay safe friend!

[@bushcraftohio7320]

great vid Lonnie thx for sharing your knowledge I am going to try this setup for my winter camping here in ohio

[@woodwalker3879]

Great video with wonderful people. Thanks Lonnie and Connie

[@southpawbushcraft7522]

Lonnie the time you take to show exactly how you made this is awesome! Love it! IF I didn't have my teepee already I would be making one of these. Love the cots too. Jeep from EconoChallenge is an awesome guy! Thanks for taking the time to show this design. Good luck on your hunt my friend! ~Dawn

[@danh1202]

Thanks for the instruction Lonnie . Nice tent and knot tips. I am wanting to do a hot tent for this winter if possible with painters drop cloth . But since winter as here it will be hard to do for waterproofing etc. I might try a poly for now .

[@timkaldahl]

Having a supermodel waiting inside was a master touch. I love this idea so much for its simplicity. Compared to the price of a wall tent you're still better off with this even if it only just three or four seasons.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Out of all of the half dozen or so homemade tents that i have made, this tent here is my favorite.

[@melyssa8585]

I really appreciate how you explain everything to the tiniest detail and why you do certain things it’s worth a lot thanks for these awesome videos I’m so glad I found your channel

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

I am glad you have found the channel as well. Welcome to the channel and glad you enjoy the videos.

[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival I had to watch the vid a 2nd time for the details to really sink in. Very fascinating. Awesome job. I need to rewatch how you made the stove jack hole - thanks

[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival I get it - you point and say "link up here" but I didn't see any link. So I'll just check your channel. awesome.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

@@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885 The I am assuming the link that you are referring to leads one to the video I did where I show how to make the stove jack. You can find that video at the link here below. Turn Your Tarp Tent Into a Hot Tent - Stove Installation kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpfMhpp9nbmYZ80

[@yougkuan9198]

This man's skills are amazing. So greatful he's sharing his knowledge with us. Much thanx ; D

[@Dan-yw9sg]

I absolutely love this tent setup! Lots of space and headroom! I can't imagine using larger tarps! It would be HUGE!! I also like the idea of being cheap to build and transport in the boat or in a backpack! Thank you Lonnie and Connie for all the great ideas and videos that you guys share! Good luck on your hunt!! Bless!

[@fifdrawscockseverywhere8031]

I'd pack up my things and move to Alaska for you to teach my your ways.absolute legend

[@KahlestEnoch]

very informative again thanks Lonnie and Connie

[@thomasreddick5908]

I've been watching for years and as always you do a great job! Enjoy your hunt....

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

Wow Lonnie. This is an extremely well thought out project, as usual. Looking forward to hearing how it works out for you in field use. I actually have your first tent and stove videos saved on my watch later list as possible projects for this winter. Thanks for sharing

[@mrbakerskatz]

That was great !! So easy yet this caveman had no idea .

[@DameObserver108]

Thank you so much for a great teaching on how to make a tarp shelter like this. Your practical skills and generosity warm my heart and as always the way the two of you work together is inspiring and beautiful to witness!

[@toddwihunter6642]

Another great video! I was starting to go thru withdrawls!

[@kshobbiest6453]

Thanks--really clear instructions--great idea and plans--appreciate your explanation of scale modeling in paper. Jim

[@heidi1224]

I can actually follow what you're doing. You're a great teacher! Thanks so much, Lonnie and Connie!❤

[@THExLAWxMAN]

Really cool idea, I hope one day I can make one for myself and family to use. Thank you.

[@cavetreasures5475]

Thank you Lonnie ! The energy inside a pyramid is a very interesting question....I have smth like this poject( but each side is 3x3x3x3 m ) It's the copy of the Heops pyramid :-) It works! Reeally :-)

[@garyrieck629]

Your videos are very informative. I greatly appreciate the ideas and creativity and resourcefulness. Makes we long for my childhood days of my father teaching me wilderness survival AND LIVING. Some I hadn't realized I had forgotten but just misplaced in archives of my mind. Love your videos! All the best to you and Connie live well live free!!

[@Swedwoods]

Awesome!

[@kathyfann]

Awe Wonderful I am very grateful and thinking about making my own tent. I have purchased one and sealed the Seams but the Fabric leaks so once was all that took and that’s out the Door. I did not see this in time before I purchased a TeePee tent on Amazon that claimed it doesn’t leak. So it will be here soon and it’s 10x10 round. I will see How well it works out. If it Leaks I will make one from your excellent Instructions and great quality Tarps would be far better material I am sure. Thank You so much 😊

[@micheloff-grid4248]

Good job Lonnie ...I made two silnylon tipi 8' and 10' but I put my stove more to the side one day I send you a picture ....have a good hunt

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Yes I would enjoy seeing pics. Thanks.

[@kjuyfif]

Great job Lonnie, hope you and Connie have a lot of fun camping in it!! God bless

[@deannaelliott8247]

Pretty sharp brother Lonnie!!!! Shannon

[@EconoChallenge]

It really warms my heart to see that you are going to take the cot along on an important trip like this hunt. You know I am always impressed with home made gear and this tent is fantastic. I hope she protects you from every fall storm that may come your way. Awesome detail and well thought out. You should both be cozy in that one.

[@Woodenarrows]

Hi Jeep :-)

[@karenlee1741]

Real cool you could learn a lot from you keep it up

[@calebadams4162]

I Only recently found your channel. I have binged watched all the videos and finished yesterday. Then there is a new one. Great work. Keep em coming brother!

[@truenorthliving9557]

Just awesome Lonnie

[@kathyfann]

You are such a wonderful help to us all. Thank You now we have more confidence to get out and try more new things. Thank You so much 😊

[@gus1911]

Thank you for sharing Lonnie and Connie.

[@dontfearthereaper9528]

Hey Lonnie call me crazy but I think your wife is trying to tell you something! CUT, CUT, CUT!! Love y'alls videos and keep it up.

[@yobentley7274]

You two are amazing. Thanks for sharing so much. I learn a ton. Thanks again my friend.

[@bigunone]

Nice bit of kit as our friends across the pond would say

[@bigfootedhunteruk2225]

You know I'm gonna use your make a paper template in any of my future endeavors ! I usually just rush in but great idea

[@davethebeau1365]

Not sure how I missed this one when it came out. What a fantastic video! Love seeing your solutions! We always enjoy seeing your sweet bride too.

[@stuartmangold595]

awesome tent, I hope your hunting trip goes well

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

Amazing work and thought went in to this teepee!!! Thanks much for everything you do nice people's 😇

[@Standswithabeer]

...haven't seen you in a while...it was worth the wait. Thanks! :)

[@patmancrowley8509]

I would suggest, Lonnie and Connie, that you watch the Engle's Coach shop video on how to steam-bend wood. Steam up some wood slats for hoops to put on the internal structure to bow out the walls so they don't sag inward. But that's more to truck into the wilderness for the hunt. Good luck with the hunting. .45-70?

[@X_explorer]

Nice video! I love looking earth, discover and decompress...

[@watermanone7567]

Thanks Lonnie and Connie. Another great video.

[@TheBluenoser76]

Awesome design guys! Thanks for sharing :)

[@chevybill1833]

Nice job, Lonnie

[@BMazeing]

That tent looks great Lonnie.

[@J-Kelley-Jernigan]

Very nice indeed!

[@valeriewolfset214]

This is an excellent video, thank you for creating this well thought out educational life saving tent idea that I can make on my own inexpensively.

[@Plain-Ole-Chuck]

Good luck on your planned hunt !! And thanks for sharing your knowledge !

[@terryw.milburn6414]

She's a Big'n, Lonnie That will do just fine on your Hunting Trip, Thanks for filming, Connie Scratch fer 'ole Buck ! Good Luck On Your Hunt ! ATB Terry God Bless

[@futrade1]

Very good job Folks - I learn a lot from both you and Lars - thank you for the vids - keep up the good work...

[@PawPawMountain]

Well done Lonnie! Good luck on the hunting trip!!

[@mikerogers9711]

As usual, another great video.

[@civiprepper]

Great tent. I made a tent like this but smaller. Used an iron and brown paper to heat bond everything together. The gorilla tape has not come unstuck in five years.

[@steintanz]

Thanks for all the tips once more!!

[@MrAwesomeman425]

Love the videos y'all. Great content as always! God bless y'all!

[@markwilson3941]

Ok thanks again Lonnie! Man I'm going through a lot of tarps!! Heheheh I see how the greater height makes the walls more vertical and the strait sides increase the usable floor space as opposed to the circular cone shaped teepee. Also the four corner anchor points are more easily set up quickly with less fuss. So of course, I gotta try it !! 😏 lol . Have a great autumn! . Peace. Mark W

[@chillaxter13]

I've missed hearing from you Lonnie! So happy to see another vid posted! This is a great tent idea/method, and I LOVE the paper model process. Even if I didn't need it for construction, (which I would), it makes it so much easier to understand what's going on, especially for adapting it to my own tarp size... Thanks for all the great info!

[@bryanr.3241]

Look forward to the hunting trip to see how everything works out with this Tent. Thanks Lonnie and Connie ✌

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

It worked very well and a video should be forth coming soon.

[@bryanr.3241]

Far North Bushcraft And Survival look forward to it my friend 👍

[@Gently1000]

Love your videos. The best and most well explained ones on the web

[@billsloan7727]

Another Great Video! You absolutely amaze me, so many thanks to both of you Connie and Lonnie I just love your informative and detailed lessons of Survival and living in the Bush.

[@3buffalo13]

Great video! Enjoyed the special effects at th beginning too! Good Hunting.

[@brianspencer4220]

Hi Lonnie: Sure an impressive preparation & fore sight.. Thanks Brian 77

[@mikeboone4425]

Great on the cheap can't beat cheap . All the Tent manufacturers have to be cringing but the real people are happy campers . Take care looks like it's starting to get real cold up there .

[@1rdgrnnr]

that is a great piece of engineering , thanks for showing that !!!!

[@bobahlberg6360]

great job Lonnie. I made the first tent you posted and have enjoyed it very much,here in KANSAS.

[@riccartwright5623]

you always amaze me my friend

[@lalleprutt868]

Great video👍👍

[@ericwiitala5407]

Lonnie.... This is impressive.

[@aksalaman4689]

well done! Good luck on the hunt.

[@thomasgold-1000]

What a wonderful couple! Thanks to both of you for the informative video.

[@PinetreeLine]

Thanks so much for doing this! Appreciate your hard work. Thanks for sharing!!

[@cgriggsiv]

Thank you you too for another wonderful video and on your hunting trip please be safe

[@michaelmartin5995]

Master teacher. ;)

[@Woodenarrows]

Nice setup and great detail Lonnie, the tent looks plenty sturdy. I'm a solo outdoors man so I'll consider scaling it down using 8x12 tarps especially since I don't really need the interior stove...

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Maybe the tarp tipi design that I did a video on a while back may fit your needs better. I like the size of this range tent here because I can easily stand up with plenty of headroom. But the tipi design tarp tent that i did a while back is more compact and lighter in weight than this one. It is also easier to heat with a smaller stove in the cold weather though you said you do not need that ability. If you did not see the tipi video and wish to then it is found at the link below. Make A Tarp Tent Tipi Hot Tent On The Cheap kzbin.info/www/bejne/raWvlYB_lq58fNk

[@pnyarrow]

Great video thanks for sharing your knowledge. ATB Nigel

[@HowtoAlaska]

I can't wait to see the video of your hunt!

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Soon, I hope my friend.

[@nickhdeep6leatherworks338]

My day is better with your videos. Glad to see you guys together again. Don't be so long between videos please!!😊

[@markwilson3941]

I now use a compass wire when setting up the Tipi. With stove pipe wire and a large nail

[@kurtbaier6122]

Cool. Easy explanation.

[@garoglen]

GOSH ! I've never seen so many grumpy people in the comments ! Thats definitely NOT a Harborfreight tarp ! If all I had was the wide grommet base I'd grind it down , Excellant video !

[@nancyl3843]

Thank you both so much.

[@chrispoteet1]

You guys are great keep up the videos 👍