Military Winter Survival Kit and Skills!

[@joshuaconklin4885]

For those who don't know, the wrench style opening in the head of the Spax is designed to open fire hydrants, making it a great survival tool to have in urban settings as well 🤙

[@truck3696]

Sillcock key is also a very good tool for similar reasons.

[@ScottyD0578]

Spanner wrench and Axe = Spax lol.

[@whereswaldo5740]

It has a slot to turn on or off natural gas valves.

[@DMZwerg]

@@ScottyD0578 odd, I would think shovel-pick-axe = Spax, but then again I am an American so we don't always use English words to indicate various items ;)

[@SurvivalCraft-s7y]

like

[@margueritemitchell1829]

Hello from British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦👋👍❤️🌲

[@Curtislow2]

Now as soon as Corporal posts, my day will be started off well.

[@colewiggins2955]

Been in the Army for 4 years and never seen anyone make frosting before. Can't wait to try that out Thanks Andrew!!!

[@dmtnw4480]

When we were kids we saved all bread bags(plastic bags) and we put them on our feet before we put boots on his extra warmth sometimes we put 2 bags on each foot so we could stay outside longer

[@dannyh9010]

Haha! We did that, too!

[@judiehavard4903]

Or old newspaper lining the bottoms!!😊

[@LisaTurner-d1b]

I keep empty bags in my kits just for that purpose. You can always use a good strong g like the ones they send your meds in via the mail.

[@lowieapitz8575]

Gonna do the watching, commenting and liking back home. I am always riveted when a new video of yours is out.

[@friendofcoal]

You presented some great tips sir.

[@ComicBookUniversity]

Where the hell is your Patreon page, man? I don't even need extra content, I just want to support what you're doing. TAKE MY MONEY :D

[@smartjbrfd]

Please post your school information please. Would like to come out

[@eugeniorey4565]

Me too!

[@normanhillbish4749]

I made a small first aid kit that I packed into a cell phone waterproof case. Was for kayaking trip. It can stay handy in a deck bag easily accessible and stays completely watertight.

[@RickBelt]

20:43 Radioactive meal.... only for survivals! 👍😂

[@benterwellen]

Good stuff here takes me back to the 70’s-90’s, it is great to see the old stand by survival tips being used, you do a fantastic job putting it all together, one observation after all of these years c-rats and more era, yes we had the p38’s with the CRATs, and the same lousy matches forever, always wondered why they never upgraded to better matches, a mini bic, or the wheel and flint spark lighters, maybe not in every pack but several in each box of the mre’s, just for all of us that like fire….

[@eireanneruss9325]

Frozen CRATS meant we were having the most fun ever…just ask Top.

[@keithcronk7980]

@@eireanneruss9325 got that right

[@agentbawa]

@@benterwellen Great observations. How bout we redesign some prototypes for updated MREs. Cheers!

[@brandyhouston2105]

Excellent video! You're a smart man glad you're on our side.🇺🇸 And now, my smart ass comment, I see that neon green stuff is zombie blood on biscuit and you want me to follow you for more recipes? Lol... Thanks for making the video.

[@dannyh9010]

Awesome wooden snow shades!

[@douglasmckee4982]

Thanks Andrew !! That really rocked !! Old school with new school information that will go into my kit. The snow shoes are ablast from the past, artic & mountain warfare school at Ft Wainwright Alaska in 1981..

[@davidjacobs828]

There are many survival instructors on yt major. Many demonstrate similar skills to you . However ,they all do yt full time .All your fans are fully aware of the fact that you're an active service ,special forces operations officer and you manage to pack all these excellent videos into a very limited time window. This feat truly separates you from the rest . We all appreciate your efforts . 😎👍

[@agentbawa]

@@davidjacobs828 I second that. Great comment!

[@lafeeshmeister]

That trick with the mosquito net for melting snow was cool.

[@JH-6]

Love the recipes, keep 'em coming. I haven't seen anyone creating a Yupik snow google in a long while, basic Boy Scout 101. Great device when you face snow blindness when you don't have sunglasses. Thanks for sharing.

[@twalk6164]

I had to make one of these once in the seventies, was nearly snow blind. Worked great, could not have continued without. The cardboard/tape/paracord method looks perfect, since carving one took a while.

[@donaldstrader7241]

If you have a Mylar sheet as shown, or scrounge a downed helium balloon from some far away party, you can also use that as an improvised snow goggle. Not sure how good the vision would be or which would be preferred, but another potential technique/source is always good. I have tried it and recall I could see through it, but it has been so long I don't recall how badly it degraded one's vision. Might be a quick fix though in the middle of a snow field with limited equipment. Andrew, a great video as always.

[@RVingwithG]

10:04 the correct way to use a fire starter Rod ... YOU PULL IT ! ! ! Thank you so much.

[@burner-thehippo5945]

Brings back old memories from when I was in the service

[@agentbawa]

You are a gifted instructor! Cheerio!

[@stevenkeithley4336]

Great to see another video Andrew, I look forward to them all. Keep em coming bud. Stay safe and be well, Strength and Honor...

[@jeffhowell3310]

A lot of people don't know about or understand magnesium as a fire source; you might explain why next time. I know on the ships that if we had magnesium fires, it got jettisoned overboard and watch it burn under warter. Excellent fire source and hot, too. I've never seen the shovelaxe tool before, very interesting.

[@jamescrowe7892]

Can't be put out. AFFF, PKP, water, CO2; nothing puts it out. It burns until completely consumed.

[@jeffhowell3310]

@James Crowe that is true

[@ThomasSpearman-g3y]

MRE frosting cake? You can't walk away without you feeling you've been slimed.

[@maryspeight2840]

Best part of Sunday "fun in the outdoors " along with an "improvised " snack ! Beats Micky Dee's anytime . RLTW 😁 Guy Speight

[@timog4694]

gangster AF! you can tell the difference with a military vet. some of the best survival content on youtube

[@michaellee6167]

Great tips....used them when I was a 19delta with the 82nd....great video....freedom for all people..

[@Lvelace1]

Found this channel a few days ago. I like it!

[@rythmicwarrior]

Very cool. We got about 8" here in my neck of the woods with temps down to -10f with wind chill. Unfortunately, it's melting away already but was fun while it lasted!

[@luisjennings6319]

Awesome video. Took me back to my Scout PLT days in Alaska during the 90's... You and Corporal's Corner make great relevant bushcraft videos.

[@cindyjean3208]

Always look forward to your Sunday posts… I’m a little late in the day watching this… Excellent video… It’s a very nice added touch when you narrate what you’re doing with added info… Double socks… makes me wonder if that knowledge would help with double shirts ? Double other clothing?Just wondering… It was amazing when you brought up the Scottish torch… I couldn’t remember it by name but then I was making it along with you.. remembering everything you had taught me in previous videos… Repetition helps me remember… I’ve said this before.. You are an excellent /natural teacher … What a blessing you are… See you next week🥰

[@daniele.f.2963]

This old career vet always appreciate your lessons.

[@LisaTurner-d1b]

Except eating MTE's. Still prefer my C-rats. Just warm them up on the engine of your Duce and a half

[@chrismoore600]

Oh snap MRE cooking recipes. It takes me back. 😝

[@adrianzara3852]

This is the real survival channel... solid knowledge, common sense, useful tips Thank you Sir, i really enjoy every video! Greetings from Argentina

[@ancientixl]

Another great video. You are an excellent teacher and all your content is interesting, informative and fun. I'm 67 and well versed in the outdoors and still learning from you- which is more than I can say for just about any other channel. Thank you for sharing the crafts you have acquired and for making it so entertaining.

[@arctodussimus6198]

I went through the USMC Mountain Warfare School in Bridgeport CA in 1979. We did a little bit of winter survival training. I learned more winter survival techniques from this video than I did during the MWS training. The mosquito head net for snow melting is genius! Always wanted to make a Swedish torch... you’ve inspired me now... I don’t have a spax, but I have a TOPS Wolf pAX 2.Which should work okay. Thanks for the inspiration. 👍🏻👍🏻 Semper Fi Ranger

[@i_am_a_freespirit]

I was homeless from 2007 to 2012, and i had some empty 1/2 gallon jugs and I slept with one of them in the winter month to keep them from freezing. You can also fill your metal cup with water the night before, and let it freeze. In the morning you just set the frozen cup on the fire. That was for my dogs... I used a metal dog bowl for them until after i made my coffee.

[@randyevartsjr4729]

I love my military snow shoes! Plenty of snow here in Maine. Just used mine yesterday. Great video again. Always learn something from you. Thanks again. C U next Sunday.

[@MM-zs7fn]

Like the snow glasses. Some that never experienced snow in bright sun may not even know about snow blindness.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

11:51 The Canadian Candle! Really dig your videos especially the winter ones

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

another good recipe is MRE brownies. mix 2 of the cocoa powders, 1 coffee powder, 1 creamer, and half a packet of sugar in your canteen cup, with just barely enough water to make it thick batter texture. cook it over a fire, or trioxane tab until you can drop your mess kit fork in and pull it out mostly clean. then let it cool for about 5-10 minutes, and you have brownies.

[@CountryRacing186]

When you said "STANDBY", reminded me of ol Jumpmaster.

[@kjpierson1152]

I think...this is the first time you've ever made my stomach flip watching something you've prepared for food....congratulations! Something about that green reminds me of that slime from the 80s LOL. *mourns that poor cornbread*

[@kristopherkatsch8056]

Definitely time has changed old school graduation in 1999 as a ranger and airborne and graduated to SOF! Love the new tactics techniques and procedures 👍🇺🇸keep on track and rocking it 🦾🫡👌

[@feathersky860]

Excellent info. Just joined your Channel ! 🇺🇸 🦅

[@renegadearms]

That’s cool with the snowshoe I remember in Alaska when we switched from those to the new MSR

[@THEECRAZYMEXICAN13]

I've never heard of that tool before. Pretty Cool.

[@robertbrown5957]

I love the old woodland poncho Sir brings back a lot of memories of my days in the Infantry. The infantry is the queen of battle. Thanks again sir.

[@dangudgeon3833]

Another great video! Thankyou. I do miss your videos in Colorado, my back yard. I am fascinated with the "mil spec" issued gear and how some of it has evolved. I have heard stories from friends of some interesting mods or improvisations while working in harms way. The other uses for C-4(heating meals) and airway securing with a large safety pin, just to recall two. Could you share any unorthodox/non-regulation experiences in a future video? Thanks again

[@Hoppesno9er]

Out in the woods watching Ranger, fooling with my new alcohol stove and hanking my cordage. Another great day!

[@dmtnw4480]

Thank you sharing these useful tips, great video

[@jamescrowe7892]

I knew it was going to be a goody when I saw those handmade wooden Gargoyles in the intro. Hit like right then. You need to patent those so Oakley can pay you a handsome royalty. That trick with the canteen was invaluable. If you ever write a survival book I will scarf it up as soon as it comes out. Outstanding block of instruction.

[@charlesborum3910]

This is a great video, it took me back when I was in the Infantry in Panama for 2 and a half years training gorilla warfare and survival training. great video we can always continue to learn a lot from other Brothers and sisters in the military from their experiences and training thank you brother.

[@keithcronk7980]

That was a great COURSE DARN SHAME THEY don't have it no more

[@davidcarothers3311]

@@keithcronk7980 I attended the "Jungle Expert " School at Ft. Sherman in March of 1975. An interesting course!! As the platoon medic I always got to "bed" well after dark, so I had No Light to put up my hammock!! Slept on the jungle floor. Lol...

[@shanhutchison7332]

This is my comment below. Your tips are outstanding. Great video.

[@jasonhaney108]

Another great video and different tips I've never thought about or seen before. Yours and Corporal Corner's channel are the two best channels out there for this kind of information. Thanks again!

[@kenbarrett6466]

I sure wish when I was in service we had some instruction on these tips and techniques ..

[@noptsdwn]

Well done Andrew. Always one more thing a person can do to smooth it!!

[@blzahz7633]

This channel is pure gold.

[@tracycannaday1406]

How about e&e hide positions? Awesome instructional thanks

[@lukefitt56]

I’ve watched so many of these videos over the years just for fun and I still learn new tips from every one of your videos. Always a pleasure. Cheers from NC!

[@johnnybushman651]

Thanks Sir, for a very outstanding class . I been hunting for 49 years and not one time did I ever thought about deodorant on my feed to cut down on wet feet, socks and boots , now I know thanks to you . Doing good on these videos, really enjoyed and I been going to all the old ones and watching them also. I recommend very one to start at the bottom of the video list and start watching , some really good stuff to learn , especially ( Poop in the woods) when you said , there’s a special place for these people , I lost it, never have I ever laughed so hard in my life . Be safe out there !

[@bobelot6302]

Nicely done sir!

[@juansmith3169]

Great video. The added voice-over narration really enhances the video.

[@mike-yp1uk]

Two things I learned. The double sox with mylar between an debris shoes for night drying boots. Snow shades. Excellent video. I bet I will see others doing it now. Lol

[@halfbreedchuck3311]

Thanks for sharing Andrew

[@imaginewhirledpeas6696]

the thing with double socks can also be done with bread bags or grocery bags ,to keep feet warm,or to keep socks and feet dry in non waterproof boots...keep up the awesome content major💪😎

[@Olyphoto7]

For the improvised snow shades try adding a bit of tape to protect your nose from sunburn.

[@Jaybird196]

Nice FM glasses, Andrew! I also appreciate the new "frosting" recipe ;) . Keep 'em coming!

[@ScottWilliams323]

love the channel. Some really great tips and gear

[@martinrascon1350]

Thank you for showing us the swedish rocket stove from wood

[@DanSantosAuthor]

Heard a nice mention of your channel at Shawn Kelly’s Corporal Corner. Glad you are friends. You are both great. One Team!

[@Misanti888]

Love how you consider multi functionality and improvisation of whatever possible resource available, sir. More of these pls. Stay safe...🙏✌️

[@seanmirek9099]

Thank You for these videos. They bring back some memories. Love sharing them with my eldest son.

[@kevinmartin5498]

Great ideas especially the Swedish fire log and the snow goggles.

[@HobbiesAndSunshine]

Absolutely brilliant, thank you Andrew.

[@cardiacbob]

This is a great refresher... Learned all of this in 10th Mtn Div. In the Early 90's!

[@twalk6164]

A ton of great, solid ideas here. Three suggestions: 1)cut off a portion of the spike on the Spax to make it safer, and 2)make a fire on the bed ground first, then scrape coals off before putting down pine boughs, and 3) a Dakota fire hole will heat the shelter, and heated rocks can be coaxed under the pine boughs for night warmth. Great vid.

[@WilliamEspinosa-f8d]

You are very appreciated, sir. 👊❤️🇺🇲

[@krisanderson4137]

Thanks for sharing your skills

[@dalcassian9098]

Greetings from Ireland, always enjoy these videos!

[@ronniehenwood8580]

Love this channel glad I found it!

[@nickhayburn1919]

Thanks Andrew for the chapstick and cotton with a bic.i made some.

[@robertherron3002]

Thank you. Find all your videos helpful and relevant. Respects from an old sailor who's prior survival experience was a baloney sandwich during general quarters.

[@aka_the_one_crusty_dust]

Awesome stuff! Best survival education channel on KZbin.

[@antoanto5301]

Thanks again for another interesting and enlightening video Andrew! Great content!

[@pierreaucoin2480]

I remember spraying my feet with right guard… that brings me back.

[@MarcMallary]

Excellent ideas Andrew, especially the double socks. I've used dry bags over my feet and I've even used shopping bags. I've put them over my hands like mittens too.

[@nitay8248]

Always learn something new!🙂❤️

[@jayjones7816]

Pretty much agree with your statement about the poncho liner... Aim High

[@dwaynehelton4504]

An excellent use of military items for survival. I like watching you videos.

[@LisaTurner-d1b]

I carry shredded paper that is vacuumed packed to use instead of leaves like you are using with your socks. The shredded paper also serves as tinder for your fire. I would also suggest a few plastic bags from wallmart. Eye protection: For the eyes I use those little plastic shades the eye doc gives you. Sorry but give me C-rations over MRE's any day of the week.

[@thomasvosburg6926]

"Outstanding" knowledge being the key factor

[@hangfirejp1197]

Thanks for the great video. Very useful information. Always look forward to your videos. Stay safe stay true to the republic.

[@snakeplissken571]

Hi Andrew,you're one of the few that actually knows what he's talking about.I'm ex Canadian infantry and your cold weather in the US is practically like our summers here in Canada.lol When it gets minus 30 you don't screw around or you'll end up dead For me I put my survival items in a 1.1L msr stainless steel pot that fits in my webbing or daypack.I carry small heximine fuel tablets not tinder.Plumbing ties are ok in summer but snap in cold weather so I carry like 14ga wire.I carried a cold steel trailmaster for 20 years both in and out of the army now I carry a Laredo.Multi tool,toilet paper in a freezer bag,headlamp,stainless steel cup,spoon and pot is mandatory.Leather gloves,10x10 thermal tarp,pocket chainsaw and an emergency locator beacon is recommended.Rangers lead the way! Keep up the good work 👍

[@peterbogart4531]

Good Captain, I too have spent many winters in the outdoors in The Great White North. Heard of a woman striding out in -55 and winding up frozen solid. I endured 2 sudden williwaw winds in summer, both high, one could have been 100 + mph, broke half a spruce forest into matchsticks, but missed me. I survived one time or another with: leather chopper mitts with woolen mittens; spare dry foot felts; an extra-thick wool shirt; a woolen nose-and -cheek band; mil-surplus woolen trousers; a military poplin smock and trousers as coveralls; a canny bush dog that ALWAYS did right except for attacking porcupines; having the right snowshoes, or not having any, in the right snow; having enough matches and some candle stubs for fire starting; an axe for building fire; a bow saw; a tall can with a wire bail for snow melting; eating snow when I had to, although the roof of my mouth got frostbite; going without a beard so my mouth didn't freeze shut; benefitting from the sublimation of heated deep snow keeping the ground from becoming too saturated for a fire; a powerful rifle.

[@snakeplissken571]

@@peterbogart4531society doesn't create men like us anymore we are the last.I've been to tropical beaches but prefer the Yukon or Alaska.Cool mountain air over 30 degree heat,bush over sand,trees over emptiness.Glad I was born 52 years ago a free man cause the next 52 is gonna suck

[@chrismoore600]

Outstanding job Major you rock.

[@joannekeefe426]

Wow! Wee! That was super awesome! Like back in the day they saved bread bags for inside winter boots! Lol! But better. As always your so cute! ♡

[@williammccaslin8527]

Old hunters trick here, use spray on dry deodarant on your feet to keep them dry in the winter, way better than a roll on deoderant, I learned from a bunch of guys that hunt deer in the same neck of the woods where your at, when I was there, hope this helps. Thx for the vid

[@mbarr1029]

Yes I see this would be much less messy. I always carry lots of food service gloves just for messy tasks. Sanitation is in my blood.

[@toveberg1506]

First video that i have seen that shows in detail how to make a swedish torch thanks andrew

[@mixmediaproductions]

Every WAY is different. I reccomend Super shelter. I also EDC survival tent and sleeping wraps. Wool blanket. You should get a couple of knives along with an edc saw. An Axe can help, but you are trying to get out of a survival situation. If you make an EDC bag, put food stuff in it for any unforseen accidents.

[@craftingontheporchwithbill]

The wooden snow goggles look great and work well, but you must practice whittling to build the skill first. If you can't carve a spoon, goggles will be a challenge. Excellent video. I kept wanting to pile debris along the bottom edges of the two canopies to block the wind. The mylar foot wraps will work well, and it is common to find discarded mylar bags anywhere people go. Thank you for putting in the dirt time to make this video.