Rainforest Overnight Camping and Foraging on Vancouver Island

Greg and Finn meet up with Joe again to explore the Vancouver Island Rainforest! They battle record-setting rain, but still manage to have lots of fun camping, fishing, catching, cooking, foraging, and hiking!
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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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[@hungerforgod16479512]

Gotta say Greg, you're my most respected Bushman, I see it's a lifestyle you love and aspire to live that way indefinitely, such an encouragement for everyone too, always light hearted and easy going. You're the man Greg. Appreciate you're time ⏲ in getting these videos up for us to see and be apart of your journey, love you man, stay safe

[@YoMomsaHoe344]

Agreed, i just found his channel last night and been binge watching since, mans also got such a great personality

[@lawoull.6581]

@@YoMomsaHoe344 🤪👍 🦵🦵💨💨💨💩

[@EvilAndy-os6bz]

He isn’t much of a bushman lol. More like a pot smoking wanna be something. Cannot even cast a rod.

[@Jake11135]

@@EvilAndy-os6bz Greg probably achieves more in one of his videos than you ever will in your sad little life

[@EvilAndy-os6bz]

@@Jake11135 awww.

[@canadianmountainman]

Always fun Hanging out with Greg and Findlay 👍

[@alexanderwright9605]

Your great too Joe.!

[@Mike-cs4pl]

Dude the scene you shot with greg and fin walking away down that rightaway epic

[@nancyl3843]

It's a good Saturday morning to have coffee with Greg and Joe. Much love boys.

[@ZonDog]

Findley is such a good boy. Your prefect companion Greg.

[@maskcollector6949]

Editing and sound has gotten a lot higher quality over time, I'm about it. I appreciate all the scenic shots and the pacing is slower which is more relaxing. Nice mix of music and natural sounds.

[@jonasmussen2146]

That is a donkey engine, used in logging to move trees to one area for transport to a sawmill. In the woods in the Pacific Northwest, you can often find the log bases that they once sat on. I have only seen the engines in logging museums now. Great piece of logging history. Thanks for the videos, and you and Fin have a Merry Christmas!

[@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft]

Cool thanks for the info.

[@bryfour9645]

"Steam donkey" is often how i hear them refered to as locally

[@the-higher-vibration]

Gregg you the man!! Love and support from London; England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@Girlnextdoor102030]

Frying up some eggs and toast while watching Greg and Joe grill a tomahawk. 👍 happy saturday !

[@misterdabalina4694]

Joe seems like a good dude. Love the videos with you guys and finn.

[@TLFaun]

You are natural. Just looking at your dog. All natural alignment and connection. Just pure natural instinctual relationship. Love your channel.

[@CaliforniaBushman]

Nice story, shots, music and editing, Gregg. And cooking, camping and mushroom harvesting in the incredible misty, Vancouver Island Rainforest. Right before the deluge hit after weeks of rain.

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

I’m so glad he’s having such a good time. Glad I get suggestions for this page because I don’t seem to get notified thank you all

[@krazybadboy569]

Ladies and gentlemen, the Bob Ross of bushcraft

[@davidwiggins674]

I've never felt so hungry until after watching your show. Really enjoy the work you guys ut in. Ty for your time.

[@crushingthevector5837]

Greg and Finn. My heart begins to pull me toward the wilderness every time I see a video with you in it. Unfortunately, I have some chronic injuries that prevent me from truly enjoying the Bush the way I would prefer to. I truly enjoy watching you catch fish, build traps and hunt for the golden chanterelles. The greenery is so fresh and beautiful. Your skillset is amazing. Salute to you and Finn for the inspiration. Be safe Greg. Finn is a good boy.

[@EliTechStatic]

Awesome seeing my home bush in these videos. Much love, Greg!

[@topher4251]

So wholesome! All heart and spirit with no filler or b.s. can't wait to see you reach a million subscribers bud!

[@SonyToprano1908]

The colour on that truck is amazing. Good vid Greg, love those adventures.

[@tylers8674]

Unexpected surprise, I get to start the day off now watching Greg. One of the best. I've learned so much watching these vids, and look forward to learning some more. Keep up the great work Greg, you're an inspiration

[@CoreyDrums]

³=r 3 3rd

[@1ThomasGK1]

I got up late today (have been working on-call so I needed the sleep) and my phone buzzes to show me this notification and got overjoyed by this surprise as well lmao

[@silby77]

He sure is an ispiration...one of the best bushcrafters out there. No frill, just the basics.

[@imtimuknow]

I love seeing Finn always playing and so undeniably Happy always running up with a stick ready to play fetch...!

[@kemgarbuja7697]

Gold nuggets are everywhere. Love your work Greg. Great team of Greg Finn and Joe

[@kimmerriman4293]

Love your videos Greg! With all the craziness in this world, it’s so refreshing to kick back and go on adventures with you and Finn!

[@suezaple4950]

Epic video of your camping adventure with your dog Finn, yourself and friend Joe in the rain forest out in B.C. such beautiful landscape and forest . Nice size tarp to keep you all dry and awesome fire. such a delicious supper Very sad what happened out in B.C. with that mass amount of rain and flooding I feel for everyone . love the video

[@joe-ic4yz]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours Stay Safe and TY for Great content.

[@MrShine-zi1hg]

I don’t normally post comments, but you bring me such a sense of calm in your videos, so thank you.

[@SFlaidlaw101]

Woooowwww! It looks so Serene! I love the mountain drone shots

[@wendydevereux4375]

You and your dog are Definitely one of the best channels on KZbin Xx

[@toddfraisure1747]

That was an old steam donkey, used for dragging logs from where they're fell to a landing where they were further bucked to length or decked to be transported to a mill eventually. It's very old and they were very powerful and dangerous. Wouldn't pass an OSHA inspection nowadays. For crabbing in shallow water, it' best to be where freshwater flows in like from a creek. Place your traps out far enough that they sit in salt water but close enough that the fresh and salt are still mixing. Try to keep your traps in 60ft deep or less to around 30ft. After 60ft the sun's light dissipates so the less feed there is. I've seen it countless times scuba diving and crabbing both in the area Gregs in. Damn I love these episodes with Greg and Joe because of their style. So much better than city "wanta be" campers with all of their REI and Cabela gear, prissy camping and pooping in plastic bags and portable battery powered bidets.

[@operatoncreation6396]

REI makes great gear, cashed out some bitcoin for the summit advanced bag, best 1300 i've spent... like sleeping in a cotton cloud with the right pad(nemo ultralight)

[@jerrytalley802]

Finley is one beautiful dog, I had one named Sampson, he got hit by a tractor trailer and it crushed me. I never got another one, it’s been over 30 years ago. Fond memories

[@darkstar6909]

You beat me to it its a steam donkey, looks like its been restored . Growing up on the Olympic Peninsula there were still a few of them around in logging museums, or every now and then you would find privately owned ones that were mostly rusted junk. They were temperamental and dangerous for sure.

[@iamagooddog21]

nothing wrong with a clean asshole

[@toddfraisure1747]

@@iamagooddog21 Then you better bring some baby wipes or a bidet. Moss works great and the bugs in it clean your bung hole too. LOL!

[@philsnyder8985]

Man I love opening my KZbin to Greg and Finn! I’d love to detox from this crazy world with them fellas.

[@frederickmoller]

Thanks Greg , it was awesome, it was too bad about the storms and all the damage that damage, and lives lost. I think Finn may have met a Squatch when you left him alone of that island, that's why he's barking at the Squatch carving...good boy, Finn!

[@yeeminyamin5515]

Stay safe Gregg. Much love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@cironicholas526]

Glad to know Joe has 2 channels. He's so chill, and chill is exactly what I want from my outdoors videos. Instant subscriber!

[@trancenow904]

Great stuff!!! I love being a survalist and always learning new things!!! Just found your channel! I love it! Thank you!

[@ericfritz804]

Thanks for your content, love it all. Really enjoy all of it. Fowler, you, any fisher, forgers. My heroes, be well friends.

[@jamestownvirginia8463]

Finn has grown into a glorious dog. Stay out there much longer the mushrooms will be growing on you 😅😂🤣. Great stuff!

[@duke_298]

Had a good laugh at your comment

[@blackmonday738]

Too cute and funny. Fungi..is the new

[@mattiaskeinnn3317]

@@duke_298 i can tell you are laughing your ass off

[@jamestownvirginia8463]

@@blackmonday738 want to say thanks and happy new year 🎉. Peace and stay safe!

[@celiasennon1494]

Greg you are a blessing. I watch your show to relax my mind.

[@tightproduce4955]

Awwh Finn does the same thing what my dog does. trimming de border to protect and collect all the water from the leaves :D win/win!

[@Borkowsky1990]

Out of all Ovens this one is the best of its kind! Thanks Greg for such a content 👍🍀👍🍀

[@sebastienvl9416]

I have been watching greg since he started with Fowler in the Rocky mountains and i honestly get so happy every time i see him posting its insane. Much love and as always another great video!

[@patrickbouley9232]

Me too, since adventure with Fowler! Very fun.

[@ramongcortez3663]

im happy to see you both again together,keep safe thanks for the adventure tour..

[@BEV0323]

Hey Greg, hey Finn, hey Joe...y'all picked a pretty good spot for camping! 👍🔥🪵🪓☕

[@cjvilleneuve1566]

Finn is such a good boy. Your video are awesome Greg, keep it going man!

[@wastedwarrior1045]

You’re the Man Greg! Keep it up Brotha 👍🏻✌🏻

[@DedoDeDios777]

Fin and his stick is everything! 🥺😭

[@BigBandLittleClub777]

Wow the knowledge you both have! Thank you for the mushroom hunt, so important to teach this Joe. Oh to have Greg Cook up breakfast, what a treat.

[@optimumstrength1234]

vancouver was famous for its logging legacy! that old thing that you found in the bush was probably something that the oldtimers used for draging red wood logs?

[@redlaserfox3988]

I was thinking the same thing. If the machine is on a barge I'd guess it dragged logs into the water to create a boom then float the whole thing to a mill

[@margueritemitchell1829]

Steam donkey

[@nicotinadicksean7838]

That's beautiful! There are so many of us that just long for such adventure.

[@gav5797]

Old school greg is always what most like to see and the brains you have to ta take the wild life and make it your own food garden is something else love it mate keep up good work we all love it

[@garrettboothe4053]

Love the mushroom hunting and that the rain doesn’t stop you from having fun I love it!!!!

[@terryfallert1371]

Greg you are the best at this, thanku, oh and we love finn

[@glentaylor9996]

That food looked delicious, it's always better over the coals

[@joeperrywest]

It’s people like Greg who helped us win the war. Legend.

[@TT3TT3]

Thanks Greg and Fin!💚

[@mbathome112]

Fin adores you Greg. 100% loyalty. You can see it in his eyes and movements. Dogs know a good person when they see one. Cheers Greg.

[@MB-yv6cd]

Vancouver Island forest in the rain is as uninviting as is gets but it's a whole different story when there is a Greg Ovens around who knows how to make shelter and food and always seems to be in good spirits! And let's not forget the adorable dog😁 Bad luck Greg that you got stranded but no doubt you will make the best of the situation. You're a true inspiration. Best wishes from the Netherlands

[@Revenge_is_Promised]

Everyone talking about how awesome Greg is (undeniable) and I'm over here thinking about how awesome it must be to be the dog!!! Just roaming freely 😄🥰🥰

[@mattclark5480]

Thanks for the video Greg. Camping while I watch

[@liz7217]

So enjoy watching all your content Greg, hope watching the ads helps out, well worth it for me. Finn is such a lucky chap, really living the ideal life 👍👏👏

[@FPSjDOG50]

Wow that steak & mush looks delicious! Greg and Joe, is an epic duo 🤘

[@travlights7094]

The man the myth the legend GREG 💪🏽

[@lawoull.6581]

🤪👍 🦵🦵💨💨💨💩

[@thomasbascom7012]

It's always a blessing watching your video's, you always warm my heart and put a smile on my face. You couldn't ask for a more genuine and sincere person. Love you Greg stay safe and keep on doing what you love, from one outdoor enthusiasts to another. As always great content

[@coolcanoechic]

Merry Christmas Greg! I hope you are having a wonderful holiday! Looking forward to seeing you again! Just can’t get enough of you!

[@TN48005]

Really enjoy watching your channel Greg! It’s a welcome break from corporate America. Wishing you and Finn long life and good health. Cheers !

[@williambarnett5213]

I like Greg the best of the outdoor guys. Good clean living...

[@jamesj5417]

This is so relaxing to watch.

[@jonnygranville281]

Yes so relaxing. The sound of rain, waterfalls, water running, a little chainsaw and some wood splitting. Perfect for me while I have a beer in my garage

[@amyswisher5468]

Greg's been promoted to fire chief!!! excellent!

[@seth6059]

These two make a great team.

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

... Looking like a good time ... towns got a statue of Greg Ovens ,, hope you get your royalties ... Finns grown into an awesome dog ,, likes his close up petting ..

[@wildbores8965]

Greg!!! I can't wait to see the adventures ahead!!!

[@janetwithers7427]

Great Video. Finn is so smart and great companion. Great Mushroom finds. 🎄💖🎄

[@andrewrichey7374]

Oh wow stay safe my friend

[@Silvrspatz]

I'm so hooked on your videos! So much beauty in the setting, skill in your craft and comradery and humor between you and your cohorts and the amazing Findlay!

[@reneem9353]

Joe, Greg and Fin....great combo. I love Fin...always with a stick, livin' his best life. You are so blessed to live in such a beautiful place, perfect for the outdoors! Thanks for the video!

[@tkingham]

I'm enjoying watching you both.

[@16HANDLES31]

Gorgeous. Thank you, Greg!

[@msztab9443]

Goodmorning! Happy Holidays! The old piece of equipment is a Steam Donkey used to yard logs into the landing! Great channel! Thank you

[@brianjacobe4067]

Perferct combinations in this video: Bacon and eggs, Steak and mushrooms, Greg and Joe with Finn

[@micmagellan5689]

Us Handy guys gotta stick tah gether brother! ✌☕👍 thx team for pumpin this out.

[@canadianmountainman]

I enjoyed this video even more the second time. Thanks for meeting up with me for commercial mushroom season. It's Always so much fun hanging with Greg and Findlay. I am Glad Greg made it out of the flood of the century alive. 👍

[@samgraham6355]

Reminds me of growing up in Washington and tarp camping in BC. Soaking for a week once caused us to smoke our clothes dry, we used a tarp. Make a small fire under kind of closed off tarp structure and enjoy your dry clothes. You will now reek over multiple washer cycles. So many memories.

[@brngrofdeth]

Thanks for sharing Greg! Love this. Glad you were able to stay safe. Love and blessings from Ontario Canada!

[@Jimmy-2-Times]

Salt of the earth.. Respect from 🇮🇪

[@thelifeofdavid745]

Never disappointed with your videos. My favorite outdoor bush videos would be your channel and les stroud ofcourse. Both coming out of the same woods. Love your love for the environment. Awesome dude you are

[@illbill215]

One of the only guys that literally lives the lifestyle he shares for us all on here HNY mate 👌

[@nikhiltiwari3378]

Dynamic with the plan and quick decision

[@peteallyn412]

The sound of the rain is beautiful

[@metalcikiz2779]

I live in The Netherlands. Never did bushcraft but I am really interested. Your videos are amazing and really good quality!

[@josephlwallssr6166]

Pretty, cool, Gregg! Man, I was looking forward, to the crab, catch with your home made, cage!Oh well! Another day...The main ,thing is for you ,to get get home, safely!Thanks!😀👍

[@Anderent13]

Thanks Greg. Nothing better than doing something you love and sharing it with people who appreciate it. Careful out there partner. Take care!

[@waltlabonte6449]

I absolutely love the process of building a fire that way .... can't beat it

[@forestwitch13]

Another awesome video. Great way to start my Saturday, and get me inspired for my hike today. Thanks Greg and Joe 💚💚💚

[@canadianmountainman]

It was a great time foraging #chanterelle and #matsutake with Greg and Findlay

[@jlgiii4749]

Greg, Findlay, and family; We wish you the best of the Holiday season, the best of times, and may your camping adventures bring the thrill of it all to your viewers. As it has to my Family, and I'm sure to many, many others. Cheers to a true Man of the Outdoors!

[@fmerkl]

I'm a DieHard Ford Guy But that is a Very Nice Truck !! I grew up riding in a "56 Chevy shortbox stepside

[@JoseMiguel-zg5el]

That's THA BOI Gregory 👍

[@altheeathoone]

Keep em coming Greg. It's easy to see why you have half a Million Subscribers.

[@tuckernappier1017]

Hey Greg, im 15 and im a Boy Scout who has completed Philmont scout ranch. The way you do your bush craft is so neat and inspired me to do that trek. I love the wilderness and hope I can continue to enjoy nature in that way

[@richardcaplinger3622]

Greg, I like your videos. I just caught up watching all your past videos. Waiting for your next ones.

[@uvuwuewuewueonyetueosas227]

that dog has most wonderful life with you my friend :D

[@garrettboothe4053]

I’ve never seen Greg eat so good on a video it’s like I was watching a cooking show!

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

Love the mushroom hunting!