5 Days Building Alone in the Wilderness (No Talking, ASMR)

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you for being part of this journey. Your support helps turn my dreams into reality. I’m no expert and I’m often unsure of what I’m doing, but all pioneers started somewhere. God bless, and I look forward to your comments.

[@marcelocavaleri3302]

Sos un genio capo seguí asi. Abrazo grande desde Argentina

[@shawnh8424]

It's been great to follow you along your journey. Keep it up, hoss.

[@henryscarhead6119]

No one is an expert on life, except the Lord, But I have been waiting for your vids. :)

[@parhogbom5160]

@@WesternPioneer we got a kind of a new "wild west" in sweden. Shooting and killing almost every day by gangmembers. Not like The sweden i grow up in. So sad!!! I am to old doing what yoy do. But i love see your films. You are very handy. Sorry for my english. God bless you my friend.🤠🇸🇪

[@WesternPioneer]

@@parhogbom5160 I'm sorry to hear about your wild west situation. Please do your best to stay safe!

[@pedrokollert]

Those who see things ready without seeing the work involved may think it is easy. The first pioneers worked hard and deserve recognition.

[@WesternPioneer]

Yeah everything is so much more work than I ever expected, plus I'm not even trying to procure or grow food like they would have had to. I honestly don't know if I would have survived as a real pioneer back in the day, they have my upmost respect.

[@marybarton5651]

I hope you get your Sod cabin sealed up tight before the copperheads, rattlers, or any other predatory varmint decides to move in with you. I'm praying for your safety. I have enjoyed watching you build as the early pioneer settlers did. Using what they had to work with in nature.

[@WesternPioneer]

I've read that the pioneers would keep rattlers as pets because they'd eat the mice but I defiantly don't plan on doing that. I don't want them anywhere near me haha Thank you so much! And I'm really happy to hear you're enjoying the videos.

[@marybarton5651]

@@WesternPioneer You are welcome. May God bless you and keep you...

[@D-B-Cooper]

A little trick for when the ropes stretch out. Pull it as tight as you can then use a wedge where it goes around the outside and pound a peg into the back hole, then go to the other side and put the wedge in there and peg the back hole etc. Soaking the rope will help it stretch but it really doesn’t shrink tighter unless you use buffalo 😊.

[@WesternPioneer]

Yeah I like that, I'll definitely do that to tighten it. I was planning on doing something similar this episode but I got too tired which is too bad because it would have been more comfortable had I done it. Next time!

[@jparker59able]

Glad you're feeling better and I'm real glad that snake didn't bite you. Your home is really coming along. I look forward to each new video.

[@WesternPioneer]

Thanks so much!

[@SusanLocklear-p2m]

What are you doing up

[@sarah-janegalipo3995]

I really admire what you are doing. If that was the effort I would have to make first thing in the morning for a coffee… I’d be gone in 5 minutes. Well done

[@JamesBrown-b3p]

Reminds me what my great grandparents when through before they moved to Tennessee

[@Dino-52j]

One of the best episodes. Very instructional. I use the phrase “sleep tight” all the time and never thought of the meaning. Thanks man!

[@eduardotillmann1]

It's taking shape, very good indeed, I'll always be here. I'm glad it's working out, good job cowboy!

[@WesternPioneer]

Hey thank you so much!

[@BretonerMike]

Absolutely amazing series, thank you for doing this!

[@WesternPioneer]

Of course! I love making making these videos and it's wonderful to know people are enjoying them. Thank you!

[@LeviRay-pq1nr]

I remember when you first came out with your first video I watched it and never thinking of what to expect but now here we are

[@WesternPioneer]

Oh wow you're one of the originals for sure. That feels like so long ago. When I made the first video I thought I'd have the cabin done in a month, I was way off. I'm happy you're still watching.

[@LeviRay-pq1nr]

@@WesternPioneer always

[@frenchfriar]

I've made my own bed to lay in it, too. Admittedly, I used milled limber, but I used 2×4s for the bedframe, and had 4×4 cedar for the legs. (Camping bed, I wanted to discourage insects.) I used cotton rope to tie off, and instead of drilling holes, tied it around the rails like a tennis racket is strung. Once the bed was actually made (it was easy to put together with dowel pins), it did loosen over time, but was good for most of a week. We put an old futon matress on top to make it more comfortable, and it was really great. It was a full size, though, so it took FOREVER to string the rope, and if you shared, you needed to be close because it did sag slightly to the middle. One of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in, and had so much storage room beneath it for camp gear. Since it looks like you used hemp rope, be prepared to tighten it every other day or so until it "stretches in", but after that it shouldn't be too bad. Just needing tightened occasionally, because the rope will continue to stretch and tighten its twist (which loosens the bed). A rope bed is a lot of work, but so rewarding to relax on when you're done.

[@WesternPioneer]

That does sound comfortable and I like that tennis racket idea, it took me so many hours to drill the holes and string it all up. Also it never occurred to me that the twist tightening is part of why a rope stretches. Thank you for mentioning that.

[@bigjohnson1825]

I’ve really enjoyed these videos, such a breath of fresh air from the bush craft videos that are out there now! Look forward to your next episode you put out.

[@WesternPioneer]

I appreciate that, thank you so much.

[@CWF-ez5ru]

You did an excellent job building that bed. Cool to see the canvas back on the wagon too.

[@pedrokollert]

Wow, I had no idea the bed was made like that. Amazing.

[@andylittlebritain7680]

Really enjoying watching your progress. I find the videos so relaxing and calming, perhaps not so much the snake bite! The bed looked great game changer.

[@southerncooker6475]

I'm glad you're off the ground with the copperheads!!! Glad you're safe! Blessings!

[@stefans.7945]

Hallo, du machst super Videos und ich schaue sie mir sehr gerne an. Echt klasse! 👍 Schöne Grüße aus Deutschland Germany 🤠👍

[@WesternPioneer]

Vielen Dank!

[@CandaceAustin-bv2wo]

We built rope beds in Alaska in our cabins. We wet the rope soaking it then ran it thru. When dried they were solid. I lovevwatching you build as we did.❤

[@garyrichardt1496]

Nice job the homestead is really taking shape.

[@shawnhenry6670]

Cool bed! Copperheads are out!

[@scottscafe4862]

Sure have enjoyed these videos. I sure hope you continue with this adventure.

[@manuelkeats296]

Blessings brother.

[@Razawander]

Too much hard working 😢❤ love you brother ❤❤

[@joaoborges5364]

Este lugar está ficando maravilhoso muito lindo.

[@WesternPioneer]

obrigado!

[@gabrielhofstatter5746]

@@joaoborges5364 achei outro BR

[@marcelocavaleri3302]

Que hermoso video.. como lo esperaba.. saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@WesternPioneer]

¡Muchas gracias!

[@audiotechlabs4650]

Good to have you back! Hard work and perseverance is what it takes to get the job done and you have tons of them! I’ll bet that bed sleeps very well compared to the ground! You do need a proper fire pit. With containment rocks and more ways to cook on it. That stove will come in handy when you get it installed. A new handle for the hammer. A limb from an oak or ash would do nicely. Thanxz

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you I really appreciate that. And you're right, I really do need to put rocks around the fire pit, I don't know why I haven't done that yet, it's about time. And I like the idea of making my own handle, that's what the pioneers would have done.

[@OutoftheWoods0623]

Good stuff

[@LoriCrispin-z7q]

i love watching your videos 😊 thanks for sharing

[@meganelise277]

And now I’m all caught up! I found your channel a couple days ago and binge watched from the beginning…can’t wait to come along on the journey! 😊

[@WesternPioneer]

Welcome! This is awesome, I'm so glad to hear you're enjoying the channel.

[@saltynlit]

Awesome bed build....love it....God bless and keep you!

[@kimreddy3434]

Yikes that was a lucky escape. Thank GOD you didn't get bitten. Anyhoo you need to seal cracks to keep the critters away. I certainly wouldn't wanna cuddle up to a rattle snake 😮. Maybe get a pet cat. You need a dog as well. Anyhoo the bed is fantastic & ya doing a fabulous job. Love it. Just one more video & im up to date. Blessings from South Africa 🌍🇿🇦💌🙏👍👍🙏

[@WesternPioneer]

Yeah I really need to seal in those cracks, I found a mouse in the cabin today. And thank you!

[@kimreddy3434]

@@WesternPioneer 😱😲😳.You best know there's probably a snake lurking around 😳😳😳😳😳

[@frankmarullo228]

Another awesome video my friend , like I said yesterday , I love this kind of video ,, wish I could spend a year or so back then But the Cherokee sure would have had something to say about that .. THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA.....

[@kennithnieman9130]

Very cool and interesting , I Enjoy doing things that are similar but I like the convenience of power tools.

[@charlenequinilty7252]

Enjoyed video and hope to see more. Educational.

[@nancymweasel8752]

I am enjoying all your videos.

[@WesternPioneer]

Awesome, thank you!

[@karenwright9123]

I sure hope you're feeling better. I haven't had the co/flu or anything like it. I've only had one cold in over 6 years. May God continue to bless you,that snake sure was a healthy looking one. Close call,for real!! I surely hope you have some kind of plan to reach help if you should need it, for any unforeseen accidents,or illness. You don't really have to risk your life for a pioneer-like experience,not in this age. I enjoyed very much watching you make your bed,great job. Continue to recover and stay safe out there. A friend in Christ from Ky. 🤠

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you so much! Yeah I'm doing great now. How have you only gotten one cold in the last 6 years? I need to mimic your lifestyle! Luckily for me if I were to have some sort of accident there are two hospitals each about 30 minutes away so I should be good.

[@andreabrown797]

Great job

[@gregh1579]

You could vrbo it when you’re done. The pioneer spirit

[@gabrielhofstatter5746]

Good job! Greetings from Brazil

[@MarkHall-gz4jx]

That's pretty darn neat. Appreciate ya sharing brother..now I've learned something useful yes sir....

[@PAUL-pz3rz]

I bet after sleeping on the ground all that time, that rope bed was like sleeping at the Hilton Hotel. I am a gold miner in the Pacific Northwest from May 1st until the last day of September. I used to sleep in a canvas bedroll on the ground in a range tent. But now at 64 yoa. I sleep on a canvas army cot in the same canvas bedroll in my wall tent. Can't beat it with a stick.

[@WesternPioneer]

That's so cool! Yes the rope bed is wonderful, once I put down those two wool blankets I don't even notice the rope. How much gold do you think you've mined in your life? I know there's no gold in my creek but in a future episode I might build an 1800's rocker box and test it out.

[@PAUL-pz3rz]

@@WesternPioneer I've only been mining since 2008. I'm certainly not getting rich but make a living. People always ask that question and I finally came up with an answer they can relate to. If you can make as much money mining as the local store clerk does, then you are a successful miner. I thank God I don't have gold fever and I do it ( I am sure you can relate), for the lifestyle. I too live very closely to the same ways the miners did in the 1800's although I do have modern versions of the same equipment they had. I have the privilege of seeing things and experiencing things few people in modern society ever get to experience. Believe me when I say, we are very much kindred spirits.

[@tortugacool]

I loved all the animals in the video this time! I didn’t know armadillos could run that FAST. That was one scary copperhead, but a healthy looking one for sure. Another exhausting video full of surprises. Hopefully your new cozy bed will give you some needed back rest. Great job!

[@parhogbom5160]

Love this!!!! Your outfit is perfekt!!!! 🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪

[@LoriCrispin-z7q]

i want to make a rope bed! love it!

[@mikecharlie7721]

You need to make yourself a bed, mate. Love your work

[@timothychandler1725]

After watching these videos, I have a big predation of the pioneers life. It could have turned out bad from a copperhead bite or a rattlesnake in the woods. Seeing how you made a bed to get you off the ground. Now, it's time for a straw mattress to make it better. Be safe out there.

[@raysgonefishing3271]

Glad you had boots on. And brown pants

[@WesternPioneer]

hahaha yes absolutely.

[@vonscheer3993]

That fire starting is better then rubbing two sticks together!

[@luvadane]

It’s finally starting to cool down here! Maybe not for you, since you’re in a sod house, but enjoy the warmth while you have it. We both know how cold it gets down here.

[@WesternPioneer]

Yeah I'm excited to close in the sod house and find out how it hold up to the winter.

[@SusanLocklear-p2m]

I see you don't never get tired you just keep going huh

[@parhogbom5160]

The old amerikan west is The best!!! 👍

[@swc1606c]

New to the channel, it is very interesting. I noticed your plow by the front door, can't wait to see you in action. I would suggest a mule instead of a horse, the are less expensive and have the best disposition of any draft animal. Best of luck in the future and I am really looking forward to your future content.

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you're enjoying the videos and I absolutely agree about the mule. I've played around with the plow and it works fantastic, I can't wait to show it in working in a video.

[@xanselmox]

This is a great idea for a youtube channel. Subbed.

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you. I've been planning this for about 7 years.

[@16ft2in]

Now you take some notched wedges and pound down outside the rails to pull the rope tight

[@LindaStein-ze8bk]

Welcome back Sir. Was in great expectation for your next content. Oh my goodness...best keep your eyes on a swivel constantly. You get hurt or bitten out there and you'd be hard pressed for quick help. Scary, puts the wilderness in perspective, doesn't it? Just think about what children had to be wary of day in day out. Great work Brother. Love the bed. Nice to be up off of the ground. You going to eventually make yourself a straw mattress, maybe? Looking forward to the next installment. Gotta get you in by winter.

[@WesternPioneer]

Yeah I won't lie I was pretty shaken by that snake. I read afterwards that copperheads only release venom about 50% of the time so if I were to have been bitten there's still a chance I'd be fine and the survival rate nowadays is 99% but in the 1800's its estimated to be 50% I would love a straw mattress but I'm worried it would just become infested with mice so for now I think I'll just keep with the rope and blankets.

[@LindaStein-ze8bk]

@@WesternPioneer Good point. I bet the mice would surely love it. Bummer. Didn't think of that one. Rats. Maybe some sort of hide might help with the feeling of the ropes.???

[@WesternPioneer]

@@LindaStein-ze8bk That's a great idea I hadn't thought of using a hide, that would help.

[@MikeArnold-i5c]

It's all coming together. Looks really good, sir. Sleeping up off the ground is a big improvement. I've never not seen "goat-heads" down here...anywhere. They're attracted to bare feet. 🙂

[@phillipbingham487]

the bedtime prayer is a nice touch.. glory to Jesus Christ

[@WesternPioneer]

100%

[@michaelbranham5854]

Using that drawing knife. Depending on what one is doing with it, it can be turned over for shallower cuts and stripping.

[@Nyllsor]

Irie bless! :)

[@paulkornegay]

Upgrade! You have kitchen lol. That's the exact stove I have at my deer lease. They are fantastic

[@WesternPioneer]

That's great to hear, I haven't actually made a fire in this one yet so I didn't know if it's a good one or not.

[@tonylunaticcain6951]

and for anyone that might be whining about him cutting down the small trees, it helps this forest growth in the long run, less dead falls

[@GRSRiverrider]

Really enjoying your videos. There's a sod house up in my region (Canadian prairies) that is used as part of a museum. Search Elbow Sod Shack. Yours has a higher roof. I'm always wondering about the wagon backstory, even though it might not fit the on screen narrative. Thanks for showing all the hard work.

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you! I'm glad that sod house up by you is being taken care of, I don't think there are too many left. My wagon is a Bane wagon from sometime in between 1880 and 1910. It was made in Kenosha Wisconsin and was used as a grain wagon in Missouri. The man I bought it from in Missouri commented "this wagon made some old farmer a lot of money over the years" which is fun to think about. I found it on Craigslist and did a lot of work to it to get it functional and to preserve it a little better. I really love this old wagon.

[@SusanLocklear-p2m]

You are still working hard I see

[@stewskinner5717]

What a fantastic series so far. I am absolutely captured by this. And thank you for all the work you put into it, both physically and in production for video. The quiet, peaceful presentation is a nice departure from most stuff i watch on Ytube. But i gotta ask…….So when does the outhouse get built?

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you so much, I really enjoy making these videos. haha yeah I really need one. I would have made one already but digging in this soil is no fun at all. But maybe that will be the first thing I build after the cabin is done.

[@CheerfuEntropy]

i feel like a rudimentary workbench with some holdfasts would do you some good

[@WesternPioneer]

It really would, I regret not having done so already.

[@pandu8904]

omg scary!! you almost got bit, please be careful 😨

[@reynaldoflores8829]

I saw you stretching your back after building your bed frame..you could try using a weight lifting belt (to obvious looking) or waist strap (not to obvious looking) for bending and lifting...WALMART has them

[@CORYJOHNM]

When you getting an old nag to hang out around the background. Maybe a mule. That's the only thing missing in the scene.

[@WesternPioneer]

I'd love a mule. I don't know when but hopefully someday I can get one.

[@hypedthemthreads9149]

Got nervous for you when you put the bed thru the door that it wasn’t gonna fit 😂

[@WesternPioneer]

That would have been hilarious! I probably would have slept on the bed outside of the cabin out of spite.

[@gehabeha7999]

The Heat must lay too North. The best way to sleep.

[@jachse8464]

1. Drill one hole at each end of the long boards. Use a stick to wedge a string line into one of the holes, then stretch it tight and wedge it into the other hole. Then you can drill all of the holes in a straight line. 2. Ropes need to be much tighter. Make two sharpened sticks that are slightly smaller than the holes. Flip the bed upside down before running the rope. After the rope is through, sit on the ground with your feet on the bed rail. Run the excess rope from the hole onto your dominate side, around your back, and into your offhand. Holding the rope tightly around your waist, push out with your legs to tension the rope. Use your dominant hand to insert a sharpened stick into the hole firmly enough to keep the rope from slipping. Feed the rope through the next same hole. Then move to the opposite side and perform the leg tension trick again. You can then go back and recover the initial stick when you return to that side. To get it tighter than that, drive wedges between the rope and bed after the rope is tied off. As they say, "sleep tight."

[@WesternPioneer]

Your #2 is exactly what I decided to do in the next video. Great minds think alike.

[@jachse8464]

Credit the ancient Greeks. They did something similar to wind rope on ballistas. Keep up the good work.

[@TARAetJOHN]

hello ! you must put more cross bar at your bed mainly in front because it will break ! i follow you , ❤

[@louisacipriano5329]

Another great video. That snake was really scary. Was your bed comfortable? You could try making a mattress by making a canvas bag and stuffing it with straw.

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you. Yes it was very comfortable once the thick wool blankets are on it but a straw mattress would be much more comfortable, I like that idea.

[@regianerodrigues2893]

Seria, legal uma esposa e algumas crianças correndo 😅

[@WesternPioneer]

Concordo plenamente

[@chuyeeyang9881]

As I was watching the video. It reminded me of the glitch for red dead redemption 2 video were John was building his home and the cougar kept on attacking him every time the scene changed. lol

[@jbthor9032]

Copperhead sidewinder. Should I call it a sidewinder because of the way it moves? 🤔 A turtle 🐢 too. Dinosaur

[@WesternPioneer]

Yes a turtle absolutely is a Dinosaur in my mind lol

[@SusanLocklear-p2m]

At least you're not sleeping on the floor

[@tothefield3623]

Would the sod be easier to cut and handle when damp after rain?

[@WesternPioneer]

Yes it makes a big difference, the dampness really helps with each part of the process. I broke one of the sod cutters on a day where the ground was just too hard from being dry and I had to wait for it to rain.

[@d.g.williams]

I was wondering when you would get arount to building your self a rack. To be honest, it would have been the first thing I`d build. Stay healthy and be safe

[@WesternPioneer]

Yeah I should have made this a long time ago, it's so much more comfortable than I thought it would be.

[@pedrohenriquesilvacampos8837]

Fax um vídeo preparando a tralha do cowboy para a viajem

[@pedrohenriquesilvacampos8837]

Exemplo colocando gordura para amolecer o laço e amolando o ferrão da vara de tocar o gado

[@WesternPioneer]

Gostei da ideia, obrigado.

[@SithisLich]

Copperhead was so dangerous he had to follow it and get close ups of it.

[@WesternPioneer]

haha well I'm a lot braver once I have my revolver in my hand.

[@ithacacomments4811]

I had a rope strung bed. The ropes stretch and need to be tighten frequently. Also wetting them seemed to tighten them.

[@WesternPioneer]

I like the wetting them idea. I definitely didn't have it tight enough that night so I'll need to do that.

[@Mariano.Bernacki]

My greatest regret is my inability to subscribe twice. Stay the path. You wil go far in your KZbin journey.

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you so much!

[@killmimes]

Still easier than the Ikea bed

[@WesternPioneer]

Absolutely.

[@RyanEglitis]

Surprised you havent set up some simple sawhorses yet. Would probably make processing all these logs easier.

[@WesternPioneer]

I would love to have sawhorses. The only reason I haven't is because building them sounds like work! haha I need to stop being lazy and make some, they really would be nice to have.

[@dumbidiot3650]

Sod buster

[@1966jcar]

look like a minecraft dirt house

[@gabrielhofstatter5746]

Are you going to build a complete property?

[@WesternPioneer]

Yes I plan on building a workshop and a root cellar, I'll do some farming and gardening, and maybe get some livestock one day. It will never be 100% sustaining like a real pioneer homestead would be but I'll do my best.

[@jbthor9032]

Sorry your hammer broke. 🔨 that sucks. 😢 See ya next time 👋

[@Robertjim7669]

Question, what do you use in between the sod bricks where you see daylight to fill in those spots? Love the series. I live on a small Homestead in the Midwest and have been really thinking about building a log cabin from some of the timber on my land.

[@WesternPioneer]

Are you talking about at the top of the wall where the sod meets the roof? So far I've just been stuffing clumps of dirt in the crevasses. I still have a lot more of that to do. And thank you. I highly recommend building a cabin on your property, it's an incredibly rewarding process and you can never have too many buildings on your homestead.

[@johnyruner]

Very cool. How much rope did I take to make the bed. Did u do the math on making it to just hope it was long enough. Also left the length on the end any reason.

[@WesternPioneer]

I was so worried it wasn't going to be long enough, I was stressed for a week over this. It took about 170 feet and I left the length on the end just in case I wanted to change something. Now that I know I'm happy with it I will cut it.

[@ubaid75628]

Loved your videos. Please tell us what part of USA is this. I checked info but couldn't find any clue. Thanks

[@WesternPioneer]

Thank you. I'm in Oklahoma where the wind comes sweeping down the plains.

[@ubaid75628]

@@WesternPioneer thank you for the reply. Loved the birds sounds in background. So peaceful and calm.

[@pierevojzola9737]

Re inventing the wheel? The idea for this bed must have come from the Indian rope bed that’s called a Charpai and has been used in Asia for over 3000 years! What next, re discovering Europe?

[@SusanLocklear-p2m]

I haven't saw you eating a thing yet

[@metalmyke1]

So you strip bark for this but not the house?

[@SusanLocklear-p2m]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Sjors_23]

What do you with the shoes after the snake bites them? Just wash it off?

[@WesternPioneer]

Yeah I think so. Luckily I don't think this one actually bit my boots, maybe in my panic I kicked it as it was striking. I saw it at the corner of my eye recoil backwards before striking and by that time I think I was lifting my foot up and back to get away. It all happened so fast it's hard to say. I defiantly didn't have the manly reaction I hoped I would have had lol

[@Sjors_23]

@@WesternPioneer Oh I can imagine the fright. Something to learn from for sure.

[@paulinebaker9302]

Hi guy if the snake bit the boot there may be venom in the leather. The venom can irritate skin. May have to throw boot away great vid as always.​ Love and blessings to all. ❤@@WesternPioneer

[@jbthor9032]

Is there a reason why you chose the front wall of the cabin to be logs and the rest of the cabin sod bricks 🤔 Does it have something to do with the way the cabin is facing 🤔 Thanks. I enjoy watching your channel 👍

[@WesternPioneer]

Thanks. Well I've always wanted to build both a log cabin and a sod home and this allowed me to experience a bit of both. Also with the front wall being the tallest I was worried that if I used sod it might be unstable at the top since I've never done this before.

[@jbthor9032]

@WesternPioneer It's good you made the right decision. Sometimes, if we don't know what we are doing, we need to stop and think about it. 👍

[@oilfinder]

Is this filmed in Kingfisher County ?

[@WesternPioneer]

It's Pottawatomie County