SHTF GEAR: Ole Skool Wisdom | Modern Day Tech

[@magpiemagpie6607]

I`m living in Ukraine where, as you know, SHTF already. You won`t leave your riffle home, .223 is the smallest useful caliber. Instead of axe you would prefer folding shovel and silky. The bundeswehr folding mat is very popular and attached to the belt it makes a sitting gear. It is useful if long stays outside in cold. And I didn`t noticed good pair of gloves and two pairs of merino socks.

[@orpheusepiphanes2797]

Do you prefer the folding shovels or the russian solid handled style

[@magpiemagpie6607]

@@orpheusepiphanes2797 Folding variant is easier to carry. But you need good full size shovels and other tools on positions. Buy on the gas station couple of them and leave in the trunk of your transport.

[@rowvelations]

FLASHER 5oz- 5 ounce flask, bare metal, shiny(flashy, multi-purpose), holds the equivalent of 5 shots of liquor(which I hope would be Wild Turkey 101 Whiskey!) Helps to warm the soul, and, if by the time you have finished smoking the pipe when you first became lost you still have not figured it out, then a nice shot of whiskey should do the trick. Good video. Thank you.

[@FueltheFires]

Ahhhhhhhh… Yes! A flask- I will add one to the kit just because… THANK YOU!!!

[@krisdirkman2624]

Make sure to put some kind of liquor that can double as a fire starter. Duel purpose and all.

[@johnndavis7647]

The rumour is that Kephart was killed in an auto accident while making a liquor run.

[@jmmartin7766]

💯 - Agree - came here to say this. Only, mine contains 90.4 proof, Woodford Reserve Bourbon-- I may be "roughing it," but I'll never be a savage! *smirk 😏

[@chrisdarby2233]

I was aware that a flasher was a flat shiney piece of metal for signaling from a distance by bouncing the sun off it

[@willames363]

Really want more on this, please. This was brilliant. Thank you, sir! Also, please do a vid on your ifak.

[@michaelrodriguez6210]

If you guys want to see this old school stuff in use, go watch Waypoint Survivals' hobo series. He carries all the old gear, and shows why small things like tacks and nails were used. Amazing series, and im glad to see someone doing a modern day adaptation to the gear.

[@paulcoleman8103]

Excellent video. The old bushcraft forefathers came out of the generations of the pioneers that mapped and settled this country in the beginning. The principle of the more knowledge you have the less gear you need holds true. A suggestion I have is for the older folks like me and I tell you at 65 with arthritis and a bum knee I’m not humping a ruck into the bush anymore. The solution I came up with is I took a deer cart with solid tires and lined the bottom with thin plywood. That gives me a cart to carry my gear that’s meant to carry a load in the woods with less effort. After I set up camp it serves as a lounge chair to sit by the fire. Also the best thing I have found for my sleep system is a hammock. That makes finding a place to sleep easier because I don’t have to worry about ground clutter or how level the area is. Two trees, a hammock and a tarp and camp is made. Keep up the good work and God bless.

[@FueltheFires]

I love the cart idea and I prefer a hammock by far- MUCH easier on my back.. I’d camp out with you any day good sir 👍🏻

[@unfi6798]

They don't make em' like they use to... you're one bad ass dude mister.

[@ReVolt_e-Vlogs]

I regretfully spent a lot of time in jail/prisons & have been homeless, both in the deadly cold of chicago, & the blistering heat of the Nevada desert, & learned to adjust to barely owning things, BY CHOICE, if it couldn't fit in a backpack or my property box in jail/prison, which was no bigger than 2 dresser drawers put together, so I learned how to survive on the fly, now with all the nice gear & years of extra kno, I'll put my chances of survival better than 98% of the population, I know a simple thing as NO POWER is gonna kill me.... 😆

[@beefsupreme5886]

@@ReVolt_e-Vlogs Lessons hard learned, but learned none the less

[@MikeSimmons923]

It never fails to amaze me how people can arrive at such similar solutions even though because of time or distance they may have limited contact or never met. 🔥✌🏼🔥

[@FueltheFires]

Once again- my boy spits pearls of wisdom again 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@Wheeling88]

Back when Kephart did this that pocket rifle he talked about was a sbr revolver or a sbr boltaction /singleshot. back then it wasnt a visit from the dea/atf for having coke & sbr.. good ol days . Great Vid JJ .👊🏻♨️👊🏻👍👍👍

[@FueltheFires]

Ahhhh… The good ole days! Thank you! 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@RangerPhantomSAS]

Sage wisdom from history. Blackie Thomas said the same thing, we don't rough it in the woods, we smooth it. Once you have camped enough in all kinds of weather, you learn how to work with your surroundings and have both an inner and outer toughness more so than just enduring the hardship for the sake of machismo. There is a time and place to embrace the suck and a time use your head to improve your situation.

[@FueltheFires]

Amen to that and Blackie and I have spoken on this matter over several campfires.. There’s a lot of wisdom out there and I certainly have to agree with your sentiments 🔥

[@Nyeupe-Nguvu]

In Iraq, i had to scrape away the donkeyshite for a "clean" piece of dirt. I guess a "man of grit" woulda just laid in the shit 😅

[@RangerPhantomSAS]

@@Nyeupe-Nguvu LoL, he who lays in 💩 sits by himself in his own phew.

[@rodneymiddleton1044]

Cheers for this video it gives light to the various gear that one could pack for any different scenario one may find themselves going on. Stay safe & keep prepping.

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you! Roger Wilco 👊🏻

[@ericlivingston9903]

Great video JJ, thanks. An adventure video would be awesome. You could add a 10-22 to the kit to replace the AR to keep with the spirit of the book.

[@FueltheFires]

I love a 10-22 as well.. Great platform.. Thanks for the kind words!

[@johnyoung4129]

Would love to see you and Jason camp. One with strict Old school gear and one with modern version!

[@FueltheFires]

I like this idea!

[@livingfree8070]

Run the OG kit take it back to the good old days.. this was a great video good for you!!

[@FueltheFires]

Roger that and thanks! Appreciate it 👊🏻

[@AtticusShafferVlog]

As a preparedness minded person from California who absolutely loves the content produced by Fuel the Fires and On 3, I'd be thrilled to see each of their takes on a "get home bag" built for California. (Or any other temperate/arid state.) I laugh every time they each say "we can't go 100 yards without falling into fresh water" and so it'd be cool to see how they would modify their gear for a different environment.

[@stevog44]

I roll heavy w water storage, less for shelter and warming layers.

[@thomasbrandon5111]

His kit is great for the time, but I deff agree with your changes and go with it.

[@FueltheFires]

Roger that!

[@FueltheFires]

What’s up Dispatchers?!?! Ready for another adventure video? Thanks for watching!

[@RichardChandler-v8i]

Another great video better than most prepper videos.......

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you!

[@xaviercooper2070]

Dude. Thank you for this Video. Been prepping for a while but this video here sheds a whole new light on lightweight, long term & effective. STELLAR REVIEW DAWG!!

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@Rankin-ct1gw]

I have the book in front of me. I have both books.And enjoys them. I would like to see you do both. I love your videos.❤

[@FueltheFires]

Awesome! They are both great books.. Chris’ book is a little easier on the eyes and to digest as well.. Thanks for your support 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@SpeirOutdoors]

Awesome video!! I really appreciate the shout out about the book! It’s awesome to have a pack that weighs less than 30 pounds but then by the time you add cameras and batteries and microphones To film your trips it always ends up being way more!! Once again, thank you. If I can ever help you in any way please don’t hesitate to let me know!!!!!!

[@FueltheFires]

Thanks brother! But hey!- you deserve it!! Great book and I’m really impressed and proud of you 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@lewisvillalta2492]

Your an amazing dude JJ #1 do not replace the axe and the rifle but the cooking cisterns yeah all the rest look great to me and thank you very much God bless you always

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words!! I will put your vote in for the next video 👍🏻

[@donwaldroopoutdoors3665]

Such wisdom still holds true today , ive had some rough nights on the ground , im a hammock guy

[@FueltheFires]

Hammocks are the bomb in my opinion.. Can’t wait to get back in mine.. After this one I’m switching back to my gear for sure 👍🏻

[@Biomass1]

I often carry my M6 Scout 22/410 in my kit. It's super light and slugs, 000 buck and birdshot is usually sufficient for me. I have it modified to carry extra shells and a small emergency kit. My MSS Goretex bivy has been a necessity for decades.

[@MyakkahatcheeBonsai]

Well thought out and well executed!

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you!

[@wheelmanjosh1982]

Love the video. Here is some of my additions, a brimmed hat (or wool toboggan), sunscreen, fishing kit, Sawyer water purification filter and bag, dry bag, rain poncho, Tylenol, emergency radio, solar charger for phone, Chapstick, and signaling whistle. Yes, it would be nice for you demonstrate the old way and the new on an outdoor excursion. Depending on weather, a base layer of merino wool and a lightweight windbreaker jacket and pants would be beneficial.

[@FueltheFires]

I agree with your choices for sure.. I would add (or should have added) Kephart had a whole section on dressing appropriately in his book.. In retrospect I should have talked about that.. Thanks for watching!

[@sdsi68]

I think he would have definitely adapted to the times knowing that technology would have gotten better, I actually wanna see you rock both packs just to see if there is a difference in tools and supplies, definitely looking forward to your next video 😁🤙🤙🤙

[@kenberry1850]

Yes, use the old-school pack. Yes, use the alternatives. Someone else said show putting it in the pack. Hang it on a tree and use for a weekend. Looking forward to it.

[@FueltheFires]

Copy that- votes counted.. Thanks for watching!

[@crankyemoji2328]

Great video👍 without knowing the Area I would be camping. The for things that would be preferred to have would be a 6 inch stainless steel 22 Pistol, zippo hand warmer, bed roll and or hammock. I would also add in Mentholatum snot stick to the first aid kit. Just a thought, have a luggage tag that list all items in pack. The reason any notes of what might be subtracted out or what may be needed to add like new batteries or bug spray.

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you! Great additions and I really like the “list” idea- thanks for watching!

[@user-McGiver]

All you can get from these fine readings is the spirit of the oldtimers... they didn't use flint knives, they used the best tech their era had to offer... they could even dream of things like plastic, nylon, mylar, titanium, aluminum, etc... they were trying the best they could!... and they would appreciate the internet and the radios too... learning how to improvise on a need using natural resources is one thing... a good thing!... but planning based on just this knowledge is another... and is NOT preparedness... Nice to see you again mate!... have fun with a good reading is a plus!

[@FueltheFires]

Correct! Yes, I agree wholeheartedly my friend.. I find it strange when people get caught in an era and try to be completely period correct.. It’s like tracing the Mona Lisa or something lol.. If they were alive today they would run the best they could- of this I am sure.. Good talking to ya again brother.. Thanks for being you 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@Jack_rabbits_sage_brush]

When I was in the army, they taught us these saints. If you travel light you shall freeze by night. Ounces lead to pounds pounds lead to pain, pain leads to weakness, leaving the body. Look at it this way a bodybuilder goes to the gym and does what what? He lose weight to get stronger.

[@boogingtonthunderwood8969]

I’d personally like to see a vid about PACKING that gear into the backpack.

[@FueltheFires]

Roger that.. I can probably incorporate that into the next video 👍🏻

[@CH-ce5jv]

There's plenty of videos already about that on KZbin

[@kev1734]

Packing is very important. You need to think about the items you will need to get out often, in such a way that you don't need to spill your pack everywhere out in the bush and lose shit

[@boogingtonthunderwood8969]

@@kev1734 exactly. And instead of flying blind and guessing like a less-experienced guy such as myself would have to do, the benefit of seeing the method of someone who’s been-there-done-that would be hugely beneficial.

[@FueltheFires]

@@boogingtonthunderwood8969 I will make it happen 👍🏻

[@hellsbellspreparedness2722]

Definitely picking up that book by Chris and well done man. I agree and really makes you think about what’s in your kit and what’s important. Definitely switching things around in my kits and sticking to the same.👍🏼🍻👊🏼💯

[@FueltheFires]

I’ll vouch for the man- he’s good people and I fully support what he put out.. I think the wisdom of the past is just as relavent today as it was then.. Rock on 🤘🏻

[@scottish4015]

Love to see you pair up with Jason Salyer and run each kit together in small separate campsites and compare the results. THANK YOU!

[@kev1734]

added the book and his cookbook to my buy list. thank you 👍🏻🤘🏻

[@FueltheFires]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 👊🏻

[@remjax1]

I think you could add a 22 lr/mag revolver (Maybe a heritage arms?) in addition to the 10mm. Adds a lot of functionality with small weight gain. That I would like to see you run with the updated kit.

[@FueltheFires]

Copy that!

[@Colorado-overland2020]

Awesome video I think this is what people need to do go back to the basics. I’m reevaluating my pack.

[@DanielBelliveau-y5x]

I agree his kit is pretty lightweight , but it doesn't account for warm clothes or rain gear ; I haven't read that book yet , but I plan on it . Thanks J.J.

[@FueltheFires]

You’re welcome! He does specify that you should be dressed for the worst possible conditions, for the time of year in your area.. They predominantly wore wool.. It’s an excellent book 👍🏻

[@monte4150]

I just subscribed! What a great video, and your presentation is awesome. Looking for to watching some of your other videos. Take care

[@scottangel6462]

Great video and YES run that OG kit bro!! I used to live and grew up literally right across the mtn from Kephart's 1st camp in the WNC mtns.

[@FueltheFires]

Awesome place right there! Vote counted and thanks for watching 👊🏻

[@offthecouch1999]

Hey so you can get an Ozark trail bivly liner and stuff with with pine straw leaves ex. I'll show you mine at camp. This video is totally cool

[@elevatorman7750]

Great video brother. I belive in Kepharts time he ran the best of the best. He would do the same thing today. I've always been a big believer in my sleep system. With good sleep you shot, move, hunt, trap, navigate, and everything else better. So I try to bring a good sleep system with me. If you think about it a good sleep system could also mean a good meal. A good ax for warmth. Ect. All those things contribute to good sleep. Thanks again brother

[@FueltheFires]

Agreed brother! Thanks for pointing all that out and as always- thanks for your support.. I mean it 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@elevatorman7750]

@FueltheFires no problem brother. I know you know that way better than me. Especially with your back ground. Also I ordered the book by Chris . He looks familiar. Was he with S.D. before

[@SinistralCitizen]

Can you do a video on some on some of the pharmaceuticals or natural remedies you'd keep in a kit? I'd love to see that.

[@FueltheFires]

I can certainly do that!

[@haroldmiller6853]

Great vid . I think he ran with what he had that was top of the line back then , similar to when to 2A was wrote it was based around what was top of the line then , modern gear is what’s top of the line now for us

[@FueltheFires]

Yes! Someone that understands 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@donscottvansandt4139]

When I was a kid... I used to do challenges for myself. I would carry only 1 days worth of food . And do my own catch and cook . I've eaten everything from neutrea, to Bluejays and robins... even tried to eat some kinda fish eating bird . Though I wouldn't recommend that. No matter how much I boild it... was very hard to eat lol

[@bernardbarr2354]

Fantastic video. Nicely done.

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you kindly.. I appreciate that 🔥

[@roycehuepers4325]

4:15 In the bansenshukai, a 16th century ninja manual, it advised ninja to sleep a day before a mission.

[@gangfetter]

Just ordered the book from Chris Spier thanks!

[@oldsoldier181]

"Flasher" is a reflective surface. A mirror of some sort.

[@FueltheFires]

He listed a mirror in the kit.. I think it’s either a flask or fishing implement

[@oldsoldier181]

@@FueltheFires huh. I missed that. Seems concensus does assume a flashlight, as he calls it an "electric flasher". The flashlight, when he wrote "camping and woodcraft", was only 7 years old at that point, and, looking at a post on the CandleLight forums, only worked if you "flashed" it, as the carbon filament wasnt that robust. I love learning new things, thanks for bringing me down that rabbit hole!

[@FueltheFires]

@@oldsoldier181Pretty cool learning new stuff.. Amazing how far we’ve come over the years.. Thanks for going down the rabbit hole with us!

[@outdoor-suedost]

Hi JJ! Great video, I have read the Kephart book some times ago and I was very astonished what he took with him. When I think what we in our modern times take to the woods, we spend luxury holidays out there in comparison. I think everybody should carry the things, he or she, supposes to need in the woods. For that reason it is very difficult to say which kit is better, but it would be interesting to see you using both kits. Please make a video of your ifak, would be very interesting! Thank you for sharing and all the best from Austria 🇦🇹🤠👍🏕️🔥

[@axelthorn2263]

Hi SD😊 That was very funny saying can you shed some light on that about the flashlight or flasher

[@blueridgerealtor]

Excellent video JJ

[@FueltheFires]

Thanks girl!

[@marcelw6440]

I need that book.

[@FueltheFires]

It’s a good one ☝🏻

[@brandyhouston2105]

I'm pretty F'n gritty. Last wild camp in February, mountains etc. always check your weapons, weather, what your laying on. Barely worth it except for the thin Walmart pad under me plus military surplus sleeping gear the cold ground draws the body heat right from you. Trust me, I fixed it. Thanks for making the video.

[@pop401k]

Outstanding video!!! Agree on ALL points! I would only add dry socks and water purification tablets... maybe some hard candy.

[@TheLawrence1999]

One thing I could say the difference between today and back then is their skills were way beyond what most know today, they depended on survival, they depended on getting food and water and shelter as a must not a want. So just their skillset and mindset alone is so much different than most today because in the back of everyones mind most times they can just make a phone call and be gone shortly after unless their stranded somewhere and actually in a survival situation, and then sometimes is it a dire survival situation.

[@bafumat]

Excellent.

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you!

[@cyruslever586]

That straight black horizontal line sure makes your head stick out.

[@Nunya_Binness]

I think you should try the original and modern kits on separate trips and see which one is better. And yes, show me your IFAK!😄

[@FueltheFires]

I think I might just have to do that just to show pros and cons.. IFAK kit video will definitely happen 👍🏻

[@James-ke5sx]

Great information. Back then I think a lot of people lived off the land. You could carry a powerful pellet gun for small game, or dig a 6-ft long fire pit and then cover it with Earth to sleep on top of.

[@jasonaffeldt7838]

Interesting video 👍 looking back in time and looking at modern items. Thanks for your efforts. Take care.🇺🇲🌲🔥🔪

[@joemarshall786]

Thanks for video bro. All respect.

[@FueltheFires]

#gratitude! 👊🏻

[@joemarshall786]

@@FueltheFires crayon. Lol

[@FueltheFires]

@@joemarshall786😂

[@gunsofmasseffect4321]

I would have kept the 22, but a Ruger 10/22 Takedown with Magpul X backpacker stock, and Ruger ¹SR22 pistol. I would have used a water blader, Kleen canteen single walled, with stainless steel nesting cup.

[@FueltheFires]

I love a 10-22!

[@corleyoutdoors2887]

I think Horace Kephart would be a ultralight backer with a survival rifle and a fishing kit and still carrying bannock and pemmican.

[@RyanBarnes]

I did find it amusing that you said "we dont need the pot, plate, cups, and all that" and then proceed to include all of these items. Either way though, great video and im going to have to adjust my kit. I would like to see how you carry the kit and the rifle. Looking for some practical methods to carry the rifle on my pack without comprising accesisibility

[@jeffechols5302]

Excellent video I vote for the ki👊🔥👊t you put together

[@FueltheFires]

Copy that and thank you! Vote counted 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@ricardolozano2294]

Nice info...well presented.

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you very much!

[@Nofixedabode859]

Se ya got that jungle bag out again lol, it’s my to do this spring start warm and ease into the winter with it bivvybag roll mat and appropriate clothing, 9 months of year in uk won’t get below 5deg the other 3 will be round 0 deg and a few nights probably be as low as minus 7 I think it’s doable without being too uncomfortable as I’m working towards a 35l pack year round 30lb max with food/water

[@FueltheFires]

I will be honest and say I don’t prefer the Jungle Bag but it’s compact, light, water resistant and has a mosquito net.. It’s a compromise in my book.. I think you have a good plan going there! Thanks for watching 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@Nofixedabode859]

@@FueltheFires keep it coming brother I love your content👍

[@FueltheFires]

⁠@@Nofixedabode859 Attitude of gratitude for that! Roger Wilco!!

[@offcr]

I see that Plugger gps bag lol!

[@troynittler5679]

It seems so strange to me that someone so experienced did not bring much water. I wouldn’t step off for any 24hr+ outing with anything less than 5 quarts

[@whatroad5652]

i'd do the same as you did but keep a rifle but in a 30 caliber. yes its heavier but the capabilities is higher than a handgun. also 308 i.e is more common than 10mm. but good work bud. would love to see your outcome on both styles of pack.

[@robertbates6057]

I would like to see you do an old school campout. A thought on what those old timers took as food might have been something akin to flour, salt, pepper, salt pork, jerky, corn meal, pemmican? and coffee (maybe a little sugar). Kind of like Canterbury does. I suspect it may have been held reserve for more than two days too, lol. I bought a couple NS breakfasts but haven't tried them yet. Pretty good?

[@FueltheFires]

Here’s the scoop on NS- the taste is not there compared to other options, BUT the nutrition definitely is and I can literally FEEL the difference when I eat it.. I also find I’m not as hungry when I consume the usable calories from NS.. That’s as honest as it gets.. I would love to do an old school campout but currently am encouraged not to by the powers that be.. Perhaps I should do one on the FUEL the FIRES channel someday 👍🏻

[@robertbates6057]

Thanks. @@FueltheFires

[@OnPoints-p3m]

Would love to know what brand of bug repellent that is I'm going up to Northern Minnesota this spring and bugs are supposed to be crazy up there. Love your video thanks for the reply

[@robertpercival7585]

Great modern take on an old school way of thinking! What neck knife and wet stone are you wearing in this video? @Survival Dispatch

[@brenka4572]

Great video sir

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you!

[@myrapimm3216]

I enjoyed your video👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you!

[@michaelravenscroft7695]

Great content, interested to run the new kit and mare the first aid kit

[@SonnyCrocket-p6h]

you can save a couple of lbs by taking the cold steel shovel, with no handle, and using a modified Crunch multtool, with 3 different saw blades to be held in the visegrip of the Crunch. I have two file blades in the Crunch, real deal Nicholsons, not that pos stainless steel one. I replaced the SS serrated knife blade with one made out of an Old Hickory paring knife. the small flathead has become a two edged drill/awl, for making the mounting holes in whatever configuration of handle I need for the shovel. I save several more lbs with my packs and sleep/shelter configuration.. If I have no need to fight, I just carry a 1 lb silenced 22lr pocket pistol, with sights on the can, and a 1 lb pocket 9mm. I value night vision a lot, so that's an 'extra". several lbs, cause you gotta have a helmet and counterweight to take the stress off of your neck. Animals dont fear us at night nearly as much as they do in daylight, which lets me get within range for my pistols. if it IS shtf, then give me a silenced shorty AR in 223, with a 22lr conversion unit, 60 gr 223 softpoints and 60 gr subsonic Aquila .22 ammo, with night sights, a scoped option,

[@FueltheFires]

Those are all great ideas again.. I was just trying to keep as close as I could to what he carried.. I do like a Cold Steel shovel though!

[@wheelerwagenet]

Wool blanket should not be overlooked for durability, flame resistance(sleep closer to a fire without worry), and versatility. Can use it as a wrap in rain or snow while moving and wool retains heat well even when wet. That being said, spring video so not as important.

[@FueltheFires]

Agreed! The only downside is weight on that one ☝🏻

[@mn-buckshot1165]

I'd like to see a video on that bug dope!? Mosquitoes are our state bird and I have found nothing that actually keeps them at bay.

[@FueltheFires]

Hahaha.. I hear ya.. Here’s the formula- it’s very simple: 3 parts pine tar 2 parts castor oil 1 part pennyroyal oil Simply heat it all up (NOT boiling) and mix thoroughly

[@mn-buckshot1165]

@@FueltheFires thanks I'll have to give it a try

[@FueltheFires]

@@mn-buckshot1165No problem.. There are videos here on KZbin 👍🏻

[@Nyeupe-Nguvu]

​@@FueltheFires is this formula by weight or by volume.? Little things can ruin a formula... such as when combining charcoal, sulfer, and... and... i "forget"

[@tomcatt998]

I'm always trying to lower my pack weight,but unfortunately it just gets heavier 🤔

[@FueltheFires]

The struggle is real!

[@lens7859]

Great job

[@shep6123]

Agree with that 100% about resting and sleeping good when I not in pain I’m in pain 24 seven I’m always in pain when I lay down seem like it hurts the worse but there might be times that I sleep all night and I wake up and I feel 100% able to get up Move around no problem I don’t have that many of days like that because I’m in pain 24 seven it is so true on that and I believe that I believe if you get a good nights sleep, you won’t be in so much pain I start having these pains when I was 27 years old I got my chest, crushed by Joyce’s they used to work for the buildings as a welder. Then I went down on age 29 years old had 100 pounds of welding leads on my shoulders 50 across my shoulders each done it for years, and then pulled my chest from my chest then I got hit by a truck broken leg broken ankle now have off in my hands. I’m working in construction for lotta years. Oh yeah, I believe that book 100% when I do get arrest man. It feels a whole lot better. You can do a lot that’s my problem I’m 62 years old from 27 to 62 but I keep working keep watching Survivor stuff. Keep going make you strong I’m not complaining I thank God every day that I wake up every morning but rest is very important besides food and water. Sorry it took so long tell noodle story, but it’s the truth may God force be with usnow

[@FueltheFires]

You my good sir have GRIT! I commend you and know if it came down to it- you would prevail.. Good story in my book.. Thanks for posting 👊🏻

[@Joey-ne1zi]

Do you have the recipe for the bug dope? And what brand was that magnifying glass? Great content as always!

[@FueltheFires]

Thank you! The magnifier is made by Mike Simmons aka Homemade Actual.. These can only be purchased at events FUEL the FIRES goes to (like Georgia Bushcraft).. Here’s the formula: 3 parts pine tar 2 parts castor oil 1 part pennyroyal oil You heat up the contents (NOT boil it) and mix thoroughly.. There are videos on how to make it on YT.. Thanks for watching!

[@adamedwards2261]

Thanks bud 🤙🏻🇺🇸

[@FueltheFires]

You got it 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@elysiadawnarnold9761]

Hello dispatch survival, loved the video. I tried looking up the fliedoak? Or bug goup? But can't find anything, I'm probably spelling it wrong. Would you please show how to spell it or list the old school formula? I'm in Texas and the mosquitoes are crazy in summer....I'd like to try this stuff.

[@clarkfamilyoutdoors7417]

The cooking options for small game is very limited when you rely on mre's or mountain man meals.

[@davidhawkins847]

Given that they were living off the land, especially through game hunting, i wonder if the two pots were for stewing and baking? Instead of roasting the game EVERY NIGHT, they might let it stew instead, especially considering how tough some game can be. Plus they could then carry it through the next day. I'm not sure you'd want just the single smaller pot if that was how they were cooking.

[@strydyr1328]

Nice video. I would likemto see your take on a personal first aid kit for say a 2 week trek. NOT the gunshot trauma stuff, that's been beaten to death.

[@FueltheFires]

I have my take on a kit coming very soon and I hear you on the gunshot stuff 👍🏻

[@vada27]

Wisdom in the past!

[@FueltheFires]

Gonna learn someone a lesson heeuh!! 😂

[@jackgladish6821]

Bivouac style trek camping. A rifle is your money maker. Beyond that, a Bushpot or M40 is irreplaceable. A lot more water carrying capacity, collapsed down to nothing in your pack. Ferrocium Rod is the match replacement. Always have bid chunk of pitch wood/fat wood. Folding saw is a Line 1 /pocket EDC item, do not forsake that rule. Fire ember proof tarp would be a Cordura tarp these days. I believe a nylon bed-sleeve and tripod-seat are in order. Gransfors Forest Axe and Agawa Bow Saw are a must for long stays. Likely a titanium woodstove/ Shepard stove and tent/ tarp with a fire-jack in the colder months. In the spirit of the bivouac and wild food procurement context, likely a modern light weight pack raft would be in order. Emmrod and tackle for catching those fish. Fly Rod if you’re in that kind of area. Fishing Yo-Yo’s for limb lines where legal. Connibear / body grip traps where legal. Picture hanging wire or proper cable snares where legal. I consider my spice/coffee tins and chicken bullion cubes to be of the utmost importance. If you don’t carry an InReach these days, you need to rethink your priorities. 🎶Meet me down by the railroad track, track. 🎶

[@FueltheFires]

Ironically I had an Agawa in the axe carrier 😂 These are all good points my friend and you obviously have experience.. Keep on keeping on- I’m gonna be a shooting man!

[@bingothelegend]

You know you blow off the pipe, however I honestly believe most packs are missing that calming vice/ escape. I personally find it so much easier to deal with suffering after taking a few mins to escape mentally

[@FueltheFires]

I am a smoker myself and agree wholeheartedly but obviously can’t promote that on here.. You’re right- he writes about that early on in the game 👍🏻

[@Commonwealth_Prepper]

I definitely think if he had access to modern gear he would use it and make some changes. With that said i definitely think with how light the AR platform is and how modular and practical it is for hunting he would have kept it in his pack.

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

22WM in my NAA revolver is plenty power if you are concise with shot placement!!✊️🔥✌️💚

[@FueltheFires]

That’s the key- shot placement 👊🏻🔥👊🏻

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

@FueltheFires granted I'd shit my pants if there was a grizzly!! 😆

[@FueltheFires]

@@Canadian_CraftsmanSHOT PLACEMENT 😂😂😂

[@rogerb.9590]

How about the new improvements in a multi day format, covering multiple miles of varied terrain

[@FueltheFires]

I like the idea if I can film, edit and get it uploaded to Chris in a week.. I’ll see what I can come up with.. I may do a 24 hour video with this kit and do another video with my own as you suggested..

[@rogerb.9590]

@@FueltheFires good deal, I think that would cover a larger amount of kit usage, as well as scenarios for people.

[@spektr540hemi]

I agree with most everything save one, perhaps two... I have been carrying a "Bowie" knife (7.5" blade min) more than a good 90% of the last 45+ yrs, everyday for the last 15 yrs or so. Keep trying multi tools now and then since the '80's...simply find a dedicated set of pliers, pocket knife and a driver handle with a chuck and various implements to work better for me. I have always had a love affair with military clothes because of the pockets !! Butt/Waist pack, "Scout pack" strapped to my "ruck". Another item that has been with me since my teens, 1/2" pruning clippers.

[@FueltheFires]

You’re speaking truth from your experience… I couldn’t argue against any of that.. Keep on keeping on 👊🏻

[@spektr540hemi]

@@FueltheFires Indeed. Funny thing is I have not read any of the "outdoorsy" books that so many folks mention. Tho' I did order the Kephart book shown in this video (and put his budy's book in my que, as it is not available till next month), just now. It will be fun to compare notes.

[@spektr540hemi]

@@FueltheFires I should add, thank you and wish you and yours good travels !

[@spektr540hemi]

@@FueltheFires Ok, so I am a bit slow on the uptake ! LOL ! Subbed to your channel also now. SMH !

[@jonathancamps9853]

Only thing I would add is binos and I would replace the axe with a saw.

[@FueltheFires]

Copy that

[@pakmatherdiverb]

OR spring ring headnet is the best

[@FueltheFires]

I’ll check it out 👍🏻

[@dirtlegdirtleg]

OG kit

[@FueltheFires]

Vote counted!

[@SonnyCrocket-p6h]

I use a net hammock, a 2GoSystems XL size reflective tyvek bivy, a plastic "envelope" around the bivy (if it's under 60F), I carry a couple of camo nets and a couple of bugnet suits, which, paired with the other stuff, let me sleep ok at 34F in wind and rain. I can use dry debris, or a set of good longjohns, to go 10F degrees colder, or use both and go 20F colder and if it's colder than that, I aint out there! It's too damned dangerous/aggravating to bother with.

[@FueltheFires]

Haha.. I hear ya! You are super prepared my friend 👊🏻

[@YTsux24-7]

How many 30 round fun sticks for my G-20 would you recommend I pack?😁

[@FueltheFires]

Haha.. Well my general rule of thumb is 4 mags 😂

[@jimfirestone351]

I think your final kit with the AR would be what the author would go with today