Wilderness Survival Kits And Ideas

[@benthere8051]

Good mornin' Dave. For my money, you are the world's best survival kit.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good morning and thanks!

[@m0rce1]

Sorry to ask but is your avatar a ball, a pair of underpants or... what is it?

[@benthere8051]

​@@m0rce1 - It is a dodecahedron, the fifth of the five perfect solids. The Dodecahedron has been a source of metaphysical interest for at least 2000 years. Some have believed that the Dodecahedron represents an idealized form of Divine thought, will, or idea. Pythagoras considered the geometrical nature of the dodecahedron so secret he kept it from the uninitiated.

[@NPCSN]

😂🤣🤣 so... here’s the deal... I need a “travel size” Dave survival pack... so when I get into trouble I just a push the button and Dave pops out and saves my bacon. 😂🤣🤣

[@m0rce1]

@@benthere8051 thanks for the reply. Very interesting. I was a bit drunk last night when I asked :)

[@kevinmoyer6224]

Why am I a lifetime subscriber? For one reason only.... "HEY EVERYBODY! " but seriously, his knowledge is incredible because of the people he grew up around. I was fortunate enough to have a grandpa in Kentucky and owned half a mountain side with a cave and awesome cliffs. Me and my cousins would just be running around the woods with machetes and guns and just had the best childhoods ever. But it wasn't until I was probably 25 I got serious into bushcraft/survival. Channels like this is what to pay very close attention to. I believe things will eventually take a horrible turn and you will need to know the skills and knowledge presented. In closing... start a garden, buy self defense devices, buy survival gear, and most importantly.. keep gaining knowledge.

[@conarc-d1037]

I read "Hey Everybody " in Dave's accent!!

[@Subzero271978]

I’ve been with Dave’s channel for a pretty long while and I stop everything when I get my notifications on reallybigmonkey1...lol.... Dave is awesome 😎, plus his channel is very suited to me because we are both Georgia boys .... But I do stick with guys that not everyone has necessarily heard of like Dave, Tom with Cimbrer Bushcraft and Big Shem with Backlakes Bushcraft and Outdoors, because they are more knowledgeable and genuine than one with a million subscribers in my opinion.

[@swampcatbushcraft7319]

Amen

[@mirahemmingway9826]

Sounds like a better plan, rather than burning out wicks that connect the fuses for the rest of your life. Including to take advantage of natural giant canyons to separate yourself, or just simply put metal bars as barrier between you two.

[@ljaysperspective1775]

The vid is definitely worth watching and you my good man are 100% correct!

[@destinationbushcraft1833]

Dave. I feel you are well and truly on your way with carrying on the legacy of the great Mors Kochanski. In many ways I feel your knowledge and engineering even surpasses the late great Mors. Thank you for all you do in providing us information with humility and a sense of humor. All the best to you and your family.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend ! It's an honor to be mentioned in the same sentence as Mors! I'm doing my best but I doubt I'll ever reach as many people as he did in his lifetime. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching

[@destinationbushcraft1833]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 my pleasure. Thank you and nick for the time you gents put into your videos!

[@michaelstjohn6086]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 ; ) well, 70,000 views lol

[@supersymun]

Discovery or National Geographic needs to give this guy a bunch of money!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh I could promise an interesting show!

[@conarc-d1037]

I keep saying if I win the lottery I'm gonna give Dave some cash and complete creative control!

[@derstoffausdemderjoghurtis]

Not even a show. Just the money.

[@ariadanzig434]

Reallybigmonkey1 Hi Dave,great video,not sure if ur aware that the swiss jacket has a huge inner pocket on the inside.its almost the entire back panel.also there is a backpack which attached to the shoulder clips.its such a great bit o kit. Thanks again for the video.kind regards from England.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@ariadanzig434 Thanks for the info!

[@WhatsUpWithSheila]

Survival... you're not supposed to enjoy yourself, you just supposed to not die. David Pearson 2020😁👍

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Amen sister!

[@thewalker9662]

I have to stop and thank Nick. I am happy to see a young man these days who is willing to help his Dad. You've always done it with style meaning you are setting a great example for other men to follow. Well done Nick!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

We do get along great! Thanks for watching brother

[@mrbluesteen]

You have the coolest gear room i have ever seen! I could spend hours digging around in there🌲

[@NPCSN]

Malcolm Coderre My pack would weigh 500lbs if I was told I could gear-up in there . 🤣🤣 *drags bag outside* Me: “ok, looks like this is where I’m camping” Wife: “baby you haven’t even left the yard” Me: “well... I... uh... you know what? I planned it like this! Don’t judge me!” 🤣🤣

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Brother I often am digging around in there and find stuff I forgot about!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@NPCSN Lol, Thats when you need my bicycle with a trailer.

[@flyfishing1776]

Me too👍💪

[@Tzuriah]

Oh man, I would love to do that! Dave, you have so much cool stuff!!!

[@ColinNew-pf5ix]

Thank you Dave again for sharing not only your years of field experience, but your ability to think out of the box (or bag) :-) Respect and appreciation from England

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Colin and we are glad you're liking the videos!

[@alexanderweaver4838]

Hi Dave and Nick! I've been hiking and camping since age 10 while growing up in central Ohio. I loved to roam the woods and explore. As I grew older and backpacked around the world while serving in the military I learned the importance of being prepared to survive situations that were unexpected, such as getting lost or separated from your group, being slammed by a snowstorm. I have become a proponent for possessing survival kits and knowing how to use what's in your kit...not just having an item because experts say you should have one; but learn how to use it and what its capabilities and limits are. My Jeep SUV is one big survival kit with extra layers of clothing, 100% wool blankets, extra protective shoes, breakdown gear for the vehicle. When my wife and I travel we each have a bug out bag with necessities that will sustain us for at least 72 hours. Our home is well equipped to survive power outages, lockdowns and of course protection from the "bad guys". I love putting survival kits together and one of them is an Emerson chest pack. Should I ever get separated from my backpack the Emerson will help me to survive without it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the comments Alexander! Everyone should be as prepared as you are. I love the sound of your SUV!

[@jc10907Sealy]

59 yo single woman in the suburbs of Indianapolis and I never miss an upload. I’m a devoted fan. Trying to figure out the fascination but I guess living alone I’d like to be prepared and I am building my resources with Dave’s information and others. And I appreciate genius when it is revealed.

[@terrychorn1503]

Dave, you should write a survival/camping book. You are on par with Mors, only with updated equipment that wasn't available during his time. You're every bit as knowledgeable as he and not all that applied back then necessarily applies today. In Texas, if you can manage to walk a straight line, you will come to a public road and find your way home. Great video! Thanks for all you do!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you for the support Terry! I'd love to one day be in the same class as Mors!

[@jeffstratton1007]

Somebody give this man a TV show, such great content thanks!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks!

[@cassandralibertywest4310]

That's why we all love you. You're logical and make sense instead of distributing what could be dangerous and silly infomation. I think some people thought it was like a game to make tiny survival kits. Thank you! 'So glad to see you're well. 'God bless.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Cassandra! I feel like this stuff can be life saving or life threatening so I try to keep it as real as possible. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@simplemanduke7128]

I know as a KZbin content provider you don't want to make long videos. But consider all the people that are shut in place with the "pandemic ". We got time on our hands now to watch videos. This was very informative and consisive. All presented by your easy to watch, understand, retain And enjoy format. Thank you for your time and efforts in making these videos available to us your viewers.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it!

[@jimgibbons2184]

Dave changed my life. It was almost spiritual. A recommendation for a 5160 Ontario, SP- 53 Bolo knife combined with nomex flight gloves changed the entire dynamics of " fun in the woods". Thanks, Dave...😋😎

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm happy I could help Jim!

[@robbabcock_]

Good stuff, Dave! I am one of those rabid anti-candy-tin guys myself. In the mountains of Idaho & Montana where I do my bushbumming conditions are a bit too severe to rely on a couple of ounces of "survival gear". The water bottle bag kit is probably the smallest kit I still use, and to be honest even it is a bit small to carry the shelter components I prefer but it does in a pinch. As Doug Ritter likes to say, if it's not on you it can't save you. A smaller kit that you will always have with you beats a bigger kit you leave at home. My only issue is that I don't understand why one couldn't just carry a pack! A day pack is called a day pack for a reason. By the time you stuff a hunting vest or roll up a bunch of stuff in a blanket you might as well just use a pack.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Rob, I'm glad you liked it. I have no idea why trail hikers don't carry a day pack but I hear of backpackers leaving everything behind at an established camp for a hike. It's tough to hike in at the beginning with a full backpack and a day pack

[@richschwartz8004]

I use my vacuum sealer to compress all items able to be for my survival kits. Then I wrap it with some type of cord, then wrap duct tape around it. Depending on how you intend to carry it depends on how much and where you leave some cord exposed for convenient carry. Just a little different way. I liked the Christmas tree bag. I think that would work better than a cheap plastic drop cloth. Thank you both for taking all the time involved with this video to help. God bless and stay safe .

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great ideas Rich! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too brother

[@philipfreeman72]

Dave could save lives with this vid. In Thailand many men carry purse. Many end up with a backpack, but the smaller bags are more efficient. Hikers pay attention , & look up missing 411.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Missing 411 is very very eye opening!

[@AB-kg6rk]

"Murse" 😅 I lived in Thailand, some of the men there have Hooters and wear make-up but to each there own 😂😂

[@snaponjohn100]

Dave, my friend. Thank you for all of the effort that both you and Nick put forth to put this out. Anybody that does KZbin videos knows this is a lot of work. You did a “guess what’s in my backpack” times 10. A lot of great information that will more than likely save at least one person’s life. Love you brother. God bless you. John

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Brother John and I'm glad you liked it. I'd love to think the info I'm putting out there could save a life. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@Mitsusplik]

One of the best videos I've seen covering this subject. Congratulations.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you André!

[@myopinion262]

Thanks again Dave !. Another great episode that stimulates thoughts about options and alternatives. I really enjoy seeing new kit. Unfortunately in Australia, the market is so much smaller and manufacturers are mostly foreign which sometimes doubles or triples the cost. The tyranny of distance also makes the delivery cost prohibitory, especially for heavy or bulky items. For me, your channel is always the best watch on KZbin.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the comments and I'm glad you like my channel that much! We are spoiled here in America, gear is cheap an very plentiful. Thanks for watching

[@neva.]

Lots of well organized information, that is helpful in motivating people like me to rethink and rebuild their old kits. I see so many things can be added to my med kits without overwhelming it's weight or bulk. Nicks camera shots are welcome. and a big THANKS to you for that MASSIVE clean up!! Whew!! ! Looking forward to the next one.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it. Kits are built, but never finished and always evolving. Thanks for watching

[@smokeythebear5414]

Dave you certainly just gained another subscriber today. I’ve had your videos on shuffle shuffle the entire day and I can truly say the amount of knowledge I’ve taken is invaluable. I wanna say thank you for all the time effort and honesty put into your videos 💪🔥 thanks man, keep ‘em coming 🙏

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the sub and I'm glad you like my channel that much! Thanks for the comments and lots more to come

[@derickmitchell9852]

Thanks, Dave, All outdoors people have been guilty of ditching everything for a quick trip. I am an Alabama caver who did so many vertical rappel caving trips. Extra light sources, multi knife & space blanket was buried deep in my cave pack. Years ago some friends & I planned a Thanksgiving trip to Ellison's Cave in Georga. The goal was to rappel 586 foot deep Fantastic Pit. The cave trip is a wet one that requires a 125-foot rappel then some horizontal caving. We realized we were behind two other groups who were doing the same rappel. We decided to camp in the cave mid-way through to let the other groups have their time. Eight hours later my friends woke me up & told me to get on rope. Before I climbed out a friend gave me his big garbage bag & told me to put it on like a vest. I believe the trash bag saved me from hypothermia. A year later two inexperienced cavers died in the same cave. From that trip on I carried a big trash bag on every trip.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic example! Unpreparedness always gets ya. Thanks for sharing that Derick

[@baronvonzollo5297]

Great video, gives me alot to think about when putting together kits. Something I use while camping is what I call my "camp belt". I started with using my old duty belt and put a first aid pouch, survival /tinder pouch, canteen, dump pouch and a large knife. I hike with it and wear it around camp. It is worn over your trouser belt so it an encompassing ready to go kit.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it and I like your belt idea. Thanks for watching

[@adksherm]

Haven’t watched a video in a while- thanks for everything you do for us guys. I’ve probably seen this five times now but it never gets old!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Haven't heard from you in awhile brother! You still doing photography? Thanks for stopping by

[@wilsonhardy2100]

Absolutely loved the running lighter fluid gag. Actually laughed out loud. Thanks for that. Nick you are a rockstar.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Nick says thanks!

[@tikkidaddy]

Where does he get lighter fluid that ain't $80 a gallon?😂

[@NPCSN]

Fun fact: a Hard Drive disk pulled out of a disassembled computer works great as a “shatter proof” metal mirror with sighting hole. Random, but I always keep one in my kits.

[@roycolglazier1061]

I’m a retired I/T Guy, never thought of that! Thanks for a great idea, will process an old drive, add to the kit in my Jeep (being too old to camp or hunt much, that’s it)! 😁👍❗️

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

That's a brilliant idea!

[@Chungustav]

I have one hanging on cordage in my outdoor shower

[@NPCSN]

Chris Kavanaugh Yea, wasn’t meaning that it would be a replacement for a “good mirror” but you can literally shoot this thing with a 12ga at 20ft and it’ll stay shiny. It’s more like a “this thing will survive if I roll down a massive rock hill and my bag falls off a cliff” type thing. 😁👍🏻

[@veronder]

They are certainly not shatter proof though pretty durable.....I've used them in the past, they would be best served to leave as markers than a handheld signaling device. I mean they keep fingerprints for quite a while even when exposed to weather. One finds the platter in strung to a tree thus finds ones finger print......ones sees another off in the distance (marking the way one which had traveled) finds finger prints on that one - or if one was to remain in one location one can travel outward and leave as a passive signaling device - sees finger prints - they are alive /at least survived.

[@juliandorrell5714]

As you buy a lot of hams out there they come in a Mylar bag. If you are careful with them you could save them and put them in every kit you own. Think about some of the chip or cereal bags that are foil lined or maybe it’s Mylar and could do the same thing and it’s a portable, stow able bag or container as well. We don’t talk about UV sterilization of water often enough as a survival tool. This is a huge point out of today’s main point Dave! Great add in! I also want to see salt tabs or electrolyte packs in those kits Dave, it goes back to your previous video also. You made the point and I am fixing mine as I can find them. That also is important! For prefiltering, think about canvas wine bags that can be used internally in the kits and serve a second purpose as needed. Amazon has them all day long and they all will hold a liter of water to prefilter.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Those are great ideas Julian! I usually keep salt tabs in the first aid kits. Thanks for watching

[@jenky1044]

Good morning Dave and Nick. I have my coffee and I'm ready to watch. God bless you guys and your family and have a great weekend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good morning! Enjoy the coffee, video and your weekend. Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@GearSkeptic]

As always, chock full innovations no one else has! Thanks for this, sir. A treasure trove of great ideas!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks and I'm glad you liked it!

[@davehogg63]

Hi Dave & Nick, I have a kit in my SUV that is appropriate to the British climate for winter and summer, this includes a smaller carry bag with essentials, poncho. food, water, Ist aid, bankline, emergency bivvi, fire kit. Water is no problem in a British summer as it frequently falls from the sky lol.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sounds great Dave!

[@1.forestrunner]

The Pearson family is at it again...coffee is ready. Thanks Dave & Nick

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, enjoy the video and the coffee!

[@briannemorna4268]

I'm buying the first ticket to the Reallybigmonkey museum. This is one of your best videos since the El Cheapo shelter one you did years ago. Thanks again!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it that much!

[@DougPalumbo]

Excellent video Dave! Not a ‘do it this way’ video but a comprehensive discussion as to ‘why’ one might choose one option over another. Also, great camera work Nick!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Doug. You got the idea Brother, Dont do exactly like I do but get ideas from me. Thanks for watching

[@DougShoeBushcraft]

I'm only 3 minutes and very good advice- Actually take your kit in the woods and see if you can survive with it. It doesn't have to be to a remote area, so you can do it safely. It could be the woods behind your house. But take only that kit and see what you can do with it. Is that Altoids kit too small? You will find out. What you need varies with the person- your skills, where you live, and the season of the year.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Very well said!

[@DougShoeBushcraft]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 Thank you

[@swampcatbushcraft7319]

I've tried a survival kit I made up a few years ago and it made me rethink my kit

[@DougShoeBushcraft]

@@swampcatbushcraft7319 Nice. That's what it's all about.

[@swampcatbushcraft7319]

We'll I've always been taught train like you fight when it came to that kit I dropped the ball I would rather carry a little extra than be miserable fortunately I was a few hundred yards from my truck only thing I can add is if you try this don't be stupid with it build the best kit you can and try it when it counts the most

[@prostarmansd]

Thank you for such an in depth video on these kits! Mors did say in one video, I believe with Four Dog Stoves, he would make a bag with belt loops for his pot and kit. You could use the bag for kindling gathering, wild edibles, and put what was in the pot into the bag. Thanks again!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it Barry. That belt idea is the perfect solution for Mors kit!

[@jerrydavis5934]

Dave , you are absolutely amazing. The more I watch the more I learn.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Jerry!

[@fedup2533]

Two of my go to items are plastic bags from a pet store for fish and a heavy vinyl shower curtain. The bags for aquarium fish at my local pet store are tall and narrow, hold about a quart when rolled down and at least 6 mil thick. You roll it down over your paracord bracelet and snap the bracelet and you have an instant dry bag. A dry bag is a water container as well. No none seems to notice that if it keeps out water, it keeps it in too. The vinyl shower curtain gives you the clear plastic, but is much tougher and more puncture resistant and it comes with grommets on one side. It's a little bulkier, but it's far more useful.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Those are good ideas!

[@larryharless7804]

I recognize your motivation, creativity, ingenuity, knowledge and expertise. I I appreciate that and I thank you for sharing it.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Larry!

[@Kungfupau]

Most comprehensive survival introduction/educational video I've ever watched!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Adam!

[@Sturmkopf88]

Thank you so much for wonderful ideas! Your "out of the box" thinking and experience have been an absolute joy for me to watch and absorb over the years.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you like the way I do things!

[@Gullrica]

Big thumb up. Over an hour of goodies. ;-) Finally I got to see a one handed first aid kit. Thank you. Love that idea! Lots of awesome tips on kits right there. You nailed it to be a question of how big to make it to be useful and still something you willingly take with you without hasitataton. Great job on this one. Thank you for sharing your opinions on this.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you so much Ulrica! I'm happy you liked it all

[@wileywilly4548]

I finally figured out what makes your videos stand out and it made me appreciate your content even more. You're a one take guy with no editing. You are to the point with no fluff. Some guys will do a 30 minute video of an overnight trip and not teach that much n then spend the time editting and blah blah blah. With you, I got an hour and 12 minutes of useful information and ideas. Just shows your efficiency. Thanks and looking forward to the next one!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Micah! I try to make the videos as helpful as possible

[@dr.tomgio6694]

Another great video from the gear room! Dave, you've got a great approach to these emergency kits, but the greatest component of all of them is your experience. I believe this is the foundation to how you think about putting these things together. I, myself, had a nasty experience with an injury in my late teens during a winter camping trip and found myself without the proper means to stitch up a leg wound and had to improvise with what I had available to put four stitches in my right leg. This is why the first thing that comes to my mind when putting a kit together medical and then it goes on from there. Your content is always exceptional!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Dr. Gio and I'm glad you liked it. As a side note, tailor your medical kit to your skills. I'm guessing your kit will have items I wouldn't even know how to use! Lol, thanks for watching

[@brianwofford3831]

Really great comprehensive video. I am sure Mors K. Carried that coffee pot in a big day pack with some extra clothes and a big sheet of clear plastic to build his "super shelter". He would likely have more since his mindset was for Alberta Canada.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brian, I'm glad you liked it. You're probably right. I saw his video where he stuffed the pot but didn't say how he carried it

[@tmo7734]

Hello Dave and Nick. Always a pleasure hearing from you. This is an absolutely excellent video. Dave, I appreciate your critical look at creating a practical survival kit. All your suggestions, in my opinion, are spot-on. Thanks so much. Both of you take care. Stay safe.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Tim! I'm glad you liked my ideas Brother

[@odahithedubious]

I have started using the little 1-AA LED flashlights instead of the Harbor Freight ones. They are a little more expensive, but the beam can be focused, it has a high, low, and flash mode, and it uses one AA battery instead of the three AAA batteries needed by the Harbor Freight ones. I buy them in packs of three or four, and I have them everywhere. In my first aid kit, in the glove box, in my night stand, in my toolbox at work, in the end table by my recliner, in the kitchen, all over the place. When I change the batteries on the smoke detectors, I check these batteries too. I'm a fan of flashlights, but they have come in very handy more than once. I've also gotten some rechargeable head lamps, to supplement the regular flashlights in the cars. Thanks for all the great content! Linda and I send our best to you and your family.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks for the info my friend!

[@opalprestonshirley1700]

You never cease to amaze Dave, a lot of great ideas and kits. Always enjoy these types of videos. Safe journeys to you you and Nick.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! We are glad you liked it

[@terryfallert1371]

Dave is doing such a service teaching us knowledge that we can survive in the woods. Thanku dave

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Terry! I try to make the videos as useful as possible

[@butchie2752]

Good vid. I liked seeing you emphasize the weight of the stuff you’re going to lug around. Some channels seem to think that your basic coach potato can grab his 75lb pack and hike 20 miles. Good luck with that plan. I know I couldn’t.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it John. Amen Brother, if its too heavy or bulky most will leave it behind.

[@mrdewilliams]

I love the sense of reality and practicality you put into your videos.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you my friend!

[@elwha6025]

Lots of good info and options in this vid. I got a small canvas haversack for free awhile back. To me you need at least the 5 C's to consider anything a survival kit. I like the idea of the small haversack because you can get just enough gear in it to make a difference. Great stuff Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Yep, stick with the five C's and you can't go wrong

[@YaxisX]

This video is a massively comprehensive review of survival and gear. You do an excellent job.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you Bruce!

[@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman]

Man Dave this was really good. I hope more people watched the entire thing like I did. You and Nick should make a project of turning all your kits and shelters into a book! Good job fellas hope you're having a great week and have a better weekend.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Im betting if we got into depth about the hows and whys we could write an entire book of the use of the kits in this one video. Thanks for watching

[@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 for sure and you guys would want to use a lot of photos to! I can see you doing a whole series Dave. Would be nice especially for the generations coming up.

[@chipchaffee2416]

Dave , I so in joy your videos!!! You think outside the box and make me think that way . Really enjoy your videos and ideas . Thank you . Chip

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that Chip! Thinking out of the box is the best way to go. Take care and thanks for watching

[@jal7306]

Definitely has the experience and, therefore, the knowledge, but the additional aspect that makes his channel so entertaining is his sense of humor.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks!

[@dochydrate5649]

Great video, totally agree with you on the altoid kit!!! If an altoid kit helps, you are not in that bad of shape to begin with!!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Doc! I'm glad you liked it

[@LaoSoftware]

I like all those bags. I can use it for my everyday life. Going to work, going to the store, etc.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Absolutely, always be prepared

[@trynsurviven2440]

I made a kit using a Maxpedition 12X5 water pouch several years ago and love it. Thank you for another great video Dave.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good kit you have there. Thanks for watching brother

[@eqlzr2]

Hi Dave! So interesting to hear you talk about all this stuff. Since I was a little kid and almost froze to death miles from home in the middle of a farm field with no shelter and only a useless packet of paper matches, I've been interested in survival "kits". As an old guy now, I've cut way back on things that I carry. If I ain't used it in 71 years, I ain't gonna carry it now. Recently I got a few of those SOL reflective ponchos, and I'm very impressed with their configuration, coverage, and durability. I've used one now and it might even be better than a Christmas tree bag. It sure as heck looks festive, and you can turn the shiny side out if you want to match any fillings you might have in your teeth. I sure have plenty. ;-) Many thanks.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it brother! It's amazing how tough them SOL products are compared to their weight

[@datsneefa]

your way of communicating perspective of thought is pure genius. thanks for sharing

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that my friend!

[@tarrantcountykid]

Thanks Dave for the great Survival ideas. You’re a wealth of information. I watch all of your videos

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it!

[@Prepping802]

That's such a genius idea for water. Never would've thought of that. A ziplock bag a piece of mylar and the sun. Thanks for all the ideas u give. Boy my son an I are gonna have a busy spring.. can't wait. Hope all is well with u n Nick.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Marcus! I'm glad you liked it and these are all great tricks to show kids. Nick and I have been working a lot lately but all is going good around here. Take care and thanks for watching

[@stilcrazychris]

WOW, WHAT A GREAT VIDEO & A VAST KNOWLEDGE OF INFO. Which I will probably forget, bc my brain is the size of a pea... lol. So many options, so many combos, so many, none are wrong either way you do it, & a lot of ways to do any kind of bag you want. That probably made no sense to anyone, bc my brain is in over drive, but just wow David. I would love to come to your house & listen to you all day long just explaining & watching you talk about this subject. You are a walking book of knowledge my sir. Just still trying to process everything you just went over in only over an hour video. I will probably dream about all this tonight. You did a great job on the video. Saying glad you liked it as you always tell me is an understatement for this video David. Glad Nick was there to help out on this video. I feel like I got more out of it bc you didn't have to mess w/the camera. Great job Nick👍👍👍👍, thank you for helping your Dad out on all the videos y'all do for us. After watching this, I want to start putting kits together now.... lol.... but can't do it for awhile, bc I just had injections, deep, into my back. But sure will ASAP... Have a great day & be safe in those woods, Chris from Missouri

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

We are glad you liked it Chris! Get that back well again. Make up a hot weather, cold weather, rainy, snowy set of kits. Thanks for watching!

[@davidreichard3053]

Whenever I watch one of your videos, I get really practical and knowledgeable advice.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that David!

[@spencerdavey3630]

As usual, an extremely well put together, informative, and amusing video from a reallybigmonkey and son! 👍. I like these types of videos of yours as they so often show things I would not have even thought of! Great tips and advice from beginning to end! Although I have carried one of those tins for years, it's always in conjunction with other equipment and never as a stand alone survival package... That's only for the likes of Rambo! 😀. Many thanks again for all your time and effort you put into your videos for us bushcrafters and campers. I'm sure I speak for all when I say we all appreciate you passing on such valuable skills and knowledge. Regards to you both. 👍👍👍. Spencer.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Spencer! I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to be making videos

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Nice video Dave, lots of kits there. I have a lot of kits also, sometimes I drive myself crazy remembering what’s in my kits. Thanks for showing us. Take care.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it. Lol, I often forget what's in my kits too

[@NPCSN]

Thumbs up, then watch. 😁👍🏻

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks!

[@NPCSN]

Reallybigmonkey1 You’re welcome. Love your channel. Always good and practical advice that you can’t really find anywhere else. I laughed when you talked about the Altoids survival deal. I’m glad you agree that you might not make it if you’ve only brought one tiny tin. Lol Keep up the good work brother. We’re all pulling for ya and like your videos!

[@tikkidaddy]

Every single time!😂

[@mccoyburgess844]

There a huge wealth of knowledge and philosophy on the outdoors in your video. Practicality is a key theme in here. I thank you and commend you. You are a treasure to those who frequent the outdoors. Thank you.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thank you McCoy!

[@kachiri]

6:20 I love that machete! That's the style I go for in a machete. Straight blade, good length, etc. And it doesn't have things like saw teeth on it. Nice! 👍🏽

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Sometimes simple is the best

[@trailtrashoutdoors8173]

Lots of great options here! I use a old IFAC pouch for my explorer kit. Much love Dave thanks for sharing!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Brother, I'm glad you liked it!

[@OtherThanIntendedPurpose]

I have been saying for years that if you can survive with the contents of an altoids tin, you could survive just as well without it. I ONLY use altoid tins to hold and organize components for my kits. To go along with that head net, have you ever used the mosquito mittens? I have a set with my head net. as to your grab and go water bottle kit, I am glad to see you don't put gear in the bottle ( so many people do, drives me up the wall) I did a similar kit in a maxpedition 5x12 bag a friend gave me ( did a video on it) and I included a cordage doughnut, as well as a molly on first aid kit

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Exactly! Those kits are so tiny it's very close to having nothing. Unless you're an experienced survival expert you won't do well with a tin. I haven't seen those mosquitoe gloves but I do have a full mosquito jacket I should have shown. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching brother

[@benrusnak2077]

Ik how you feel bout puttin gear in the bottles, people will pack their bag to the max and find out they have to take the gear out of the bottle for water and then dont know what to do with the rest, i dont even put nothing in my pots i cook in just my eating utensils and occasionally a water fitler

[@tzimm6972]

You have given me so many great ideas on making kits. Also how to compress some items even smaller. Thanks Dave and Hello Nick. Take care.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fantastic to hear that! Nick says hello and thanks for watching!

[@kachiri]

21:40 Not only mosquitoes here. Also "black flies" around here. Sometimes they are in mass numbers and go in your eyes and ears when you working. Not good when you using a knife, axe, hatchet, etc.

[@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman]

I've never seen it myself... but I've heard some people are allergic to black flies and will swell up like they've been socked up! Personally they just make me crazy lol.

[@kachiri]

@@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman I'm not allergic to them, but last summer there was so many all the time with such heat that I had very little time being outdoors doing bushcraft. This year there's so little black flies. Mostly mosquitoes.

[@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman]

@@kachiri try this out. Model parsley,(mash it) then soak the parsley in apple cider vinegar for a bit. Strain it into a spray bottle and use it straight on your skin. It changes your pH and you will be amazed how few mosquitoes "bug" you lol

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I hate them things

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

@@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman Good idea!

[@s.maskell7134]

Each of these solutions are so practical and gives and excellent idea of how to tailor each emergency bag to the situation. So helpful!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you found it helpful

[@patrickj8984]

word here is that chuck norris gets his tips from you.... aladdins cave of knowledge thankyou

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol! Now thats an honor!

[@kenhughes4715]

I’ve never seen so much gear in my life. You have more stuff than any army surplus store I’ve ever been to. I absolutely love seeing all this gear. Now I have to go check my truck and reorganized everything. I got some great ideas from this video. I would really like you to make a video of staying put in the vehicle for people unable to leave their vehicle. You could really add a lot of gear if you were not leaving your truck. It would be great for crusty old geezers like me. Thank you for all the info and entertainment.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Ken! I'm glad you liked it! I've been collecting for over 30 years so it kinda adds up. That's a good idea for the stay with the vehicle video

[@johnny56g]

My my my my I’m telling you now if I come there, I’m gonna be the proverbial kid in the candy store. Your information is like biting into a Klondike Bar on a hot Georgia day,,,you know it’s gonna be sensational.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Thanks Johnny!

[@flyfishing1776]

👍💪

[@ismaeltorres4837]

I love how you think through different situations and plan accordingly. Great video very informative.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! Always think ahead

[@Mr2Reviews]

You should add affiliate links to some or all of these things so you can make some passive income, especially the lighter fluid.

[@williamstrome5271]

ronson advertising?

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Honestly, that would take up too much time. Nick can be the lighter fluids sponsor tho, Lol.

[@WhimsicallyBev]

I only recently found your channel which has quickly become my favorite. Thank you so much for sharing such important information. It's obvious most channels are now basically product selling channels which is okay but I believe I am actually learning valuable information that can save my life or others if we ever end up in a survival situation. Again, thank you!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I always wanted to stick to education and entertainment, I try my best to never ever become one big giant commercial like some of the others. I'm glad you're liking the channel so much Beverly! Take care and thanks for watching

[@WhimsicallyBev]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 You're welcome, you take care as well and Merry Christmas!

[@ivankrylov6270]

Tried to have an altoids survival kit once, tossed it after not being able to make shelter or a fire in my backyard Now it carries small stuff for EDC Edit: that swiss jacket also has an internal pocket for a sleepjng pad, and has a rucksack attachment

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Good to hear about that experience with altoids tins Ivan. Thanks for the info on the Swiss jacket

[@ScottRauber]

Probably the best words I've ever heard on survival...."You're not gonna be hapy, You're not gonna be comfortable, you're just not supposed to die!!" 23:00 mark. LOVE IT!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Scott!

[@robertpesta1777]

When I started hunting back in the '60s my dad gave me a WW2 knapsack and told me to make a survival kit. Then he told me to "plan on getting lost" so when it happens it won't come as a big surprise. Years later I never leave home without one

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Robert your dad was a wise man!

[@toddrosansky1798]

👍 Thank you Dave and Nick for sharing over the years we have learned so much from your videos, GOD Bless

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Todd and we are always happy to share! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

[@woundeddove]

CAUTION: Your skills may soon be put to the test as Forced VACCINATIONS 💉 are coming soon. Love your dad and mom, NICK. They love you and you need each other in these uncertain times.

[@NPCSN]

Disturbing... but given the current political climate... I could see this happening... kinda scary. Never thought I’d get back from Afghanistan to find out country thinking the exact same way... no discussions, no reasoning, just one side hating the other. Very sad.

[@veronder]

@@NPCSN Washington warned of the Partys detailing the affects/effects such in what we find ourselves in today. America has been in decline since Madison left office. Every 30 years - more erosion

[@NPCSN]

Matt Moschel I agree. It’s sad to see none the less though.

[@NPCSN]

Chris Kavanaugh No one is spoiling anything. A comments section is simply a place to have discussions. If you do not like a particular comment you are free to voice you opinions... But to say “your opinion is not welcome here” is somewhat rude and completely pointless. If I told you that your opinion was wrong would it suddenly change your mind? No. Then why do you think that somehow this will happen when you say to go elsewhere? Join the conversation or don’t. But do not condemn someone for having an opinion. This comments section has hundreds of opinions. None are more welcome than others and if you cannot see that... then no one here can help you.

[@NPCSN]

Chris Kavanaugh Oh, please excuse me I did not realize I was in the presence of someone who espouses things. Please reread the original comment and read up on how to remove your foot from your mouth. It was not an “anti-vaccine” comment as your misguided assumptions have led you to believe. Dictionaries do not replace intellect. Please use the latter before posting irrelevant and inane comments.

[@joandickerson4793]

So full of information. Great humor and have great southern accent love to hear you talk.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks Joan! I'm glad you liked it

[@seniorchiefharris]

AWESOME VIDEO!!! I'm currently in the process of 'attempting' to make my kits lighter and more functional, soo your video seems to be 'tailor' made for all sorts of great ideas. Neat to learn all sorts of nifty ideas from much more experienced bushcrafters/outsdoormen! Again, THANKS for all you do! STAY SAFE and HEALTHY ALWAYS!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

You are very welcome Kenn and I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@irmuggle]

I've been hammock camping for years and never dawned on me to put my tarp and my hammock rolled together learn something new thanks Dave

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Great to hear that my friend!

[@EKEACRES]

You have the coolest basement in America Dave. Neat, organized, and full of cool man stuff.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it

[@tata0690]

This guy makes the most realistic videos for survival situations. Not only shows you what to use but the different ways and senerios to use them in

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! I try to keep it as realistic as possible

[@michellehiggs60]

You should be on the tv Dave so much knowledge. We still can’t get over how much stuff you got. 😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, Funny thing. Ive been contacted by TV production companies at least ten times since Ive been on KZbin. They pretty much have all been liars and deceivers.

[@michellehiggs60]

Reallybigmonkey1 that’s unbelievable well maybe not in this day and age the world is going barmy.

[@djschultz1502]

Outstanding tutorial video! I have different kits for different seasons and being from the upper peninsula of Michigan, we get alot of snow and cold. Spring is wet and damp. Summer hot and humid and fall warm during the day and cold after sun down so that is why i have multiple kits that i am willing to carry while scouting out beyond homebase or campsite. Thanks for explaining to ppl the different kits for different scenarios and seasons. Say hi to nick for me too !

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it DJ! Brother you're a prime example of what I'm talking about here! A different kit for every environment, climate and season.

[@djschultz1502]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 i had been out deer hunting one year shot a deer and started tracking the blood to retrieve my buck, i had found it a half mile from where i had shot it. which at the time i had no idea how far i was from camp or how far he had ran after i shot it. He crisscrossed the woods leading on a wild goose chase lol.well after finally find him i began gutting it and preparing myself for a long walk dragging it back to camp and found myself caught in all out snow storm with whiteout conditions . I had know idea where i was and by then the snow had covered all my tracks. So i had gotten chilled because i was sweating from tracking and processing the deer. So as it got colder and more windy i had to make the decision to hunker down until daylight. So what i did next saved my life . I dragged the deer under a evergreen tree and curled up in the fetal position inside the carcass and actually stayed pretty warm until morning when i could regain visual of the landscape and get back to camp.

[@DTRAX33]

Your teaching is great, you make people think witch is a good thing. One's kit may not be the right kit for someone else. Love your video's.........

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks! Yep, not everyone's kit will be the same. Thanks for watching

[@NavyAssassinOnBLAST]

I'm so jealous! My gear room would look a lot like yours. Thank you for warning about the inadequacies of An Altoids kit. An Altoids tin kit won't do much in subzero temps. A fire does little in these temps unless it's massive.

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Oh it's taken years to get a gear room this size! I've always hated how people claim a survival tin is better than nothing. In my opinion it's pretty close to having nothing. Lol. Thanks for watching

[@keepermovin5906]

@@Reallybigmonkey1 it’s worse than nothing in my opinion because you think your prepared when your really not

[@johngray9702]

Thank you Nick and Dave. Loved the lighter fluid. You guys are AWESOME

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Thanks John! We are glad you liked it

[@keithbrown7388]

So much knowledge as always, and great to show the wife to illustrate that I don't actually have that much gear

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Lol, I'm glad you liked it Keith!

[@chucksmith5002]

And fire also will keep your sprits up . Yeah you can tie the blanket around your back but only if your not 300 + lbs . That still gave me a bunch of ideas . The one that you called a deployment bag i`m not sure of the name but i have about 3 or 4 of them that i bought from Wal-marts they had enough survival for about 3 days . Really enjoyed it Dave and Nick

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

Fire is always a bonus! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Chuck

[@Bearopotamus]

I always enjoy learning and hearing other opinions and experiences! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@Reallybigmonkey1]

I'm glad you liked it and I'm always happy to share!