Snow Storm at the Hut (episode 39)

The roof is a critical part of a shelter, house or building. A roof traps in heat and protects the interior from rain. Without a roof survival in the wilderness would be much more challenging. In this video, the roof of my adobe hut finally gets the test I have been waiting for. A snow storm arrives in the evening and dumps several inches of snow to cover the desert landscape with a heavenly white blanket. In these conditions it is important to be prepared. See how I deal with the storm and what becomes of the roof of my adobe hut. This series will be ongoing so be sure to stay tuned for the next video.
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Camera: Nikon D7500 and GoPro Hero7 Black
Sound: Zoom H6
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Location: Parts Unknown
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):
Who films you?
Me. I travel alone, shoot, edit, upload, everything, all alone. On a few occasions I may be accompanied by a friend, but that has been very rare.
Do you stay out there permanently?
No, I usually stay out in a wilderness area for about a week and then hike out and return to a city for editing and uploading. I have family and other obligations to take care of as well.
How many cameras do you use?
Usually I use just one camera. When I have underwater scenes then I also use a GoPro camera. I get different angles by moving the camera around and repeating the action to create a more cinematic viewing experience for the audience.
Where is this place?
In order to protect the integrity of the natural landscape I prefer to be very vague about the locations I use. There are places that I used to visit that were so beautiful and untouched but the consequences of social media brought all kinds of people to visit and sadly some people do not respect nature and have badly damaged these places. Therefore I do not share locations.
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I first started wearing sandals on outdoor adventures in February 2014. I’m so glad that I did because wearing these Luna Sandals has really helped strengthen my feet. You can see their selection of adventure and running sandals at this link: www.lunasandals.com/?rfsn=102...
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Do you workout?
Yes, I workout, but not in a gym. I have some weights that I use and also do a lot of bodyweight exercises. I also run and sometimes swim. I hike frequently to collect wild foods and to shoot these videos so I'm very active all the time.
Are you vegan or vegetarian?
I wish I could maintain my health on a primal diet that does not include animals but unfortunately that did not work well and I ended up with health problems as a result of those attempts. From my studies, observations of nature, and personal experience I have come to believe that the best diet for optimal human health is a primal diet (paleo).
Do you get lonely when you’re alone?
No, I don’t get lonely. I’m actually so busy shooting video, taking photos and doing so many other things like making cordage, cooking, weaving, etc. that I really don’t have time to think about my lonely condition. Sometimes when something profound happens on an adventure I can’t wait to share it with people, but other than that I do not get lonely.
How many languages do you speak?
My first language is English but I also speak fluent Spanish and Portuguese. I also speak very little Russian. I may soon begin learning more languages.
How old are you?
I was born in 1972. At the time of this video I was 49.
Where did you get the music in your videos?
This series is the first one that I am making all the music myself. I recently made a drum and maracas (rumba shaker). I am now using them to create the intro and ending music in my videos, but before in the past I have used royalty free music from several sources including KZbin. Sometimes I bought the music but usually it was free.

[@carloseduardomirandaramos6757]

This is the most magical, beautiful video I've ever seen in this channel, please keep bringing content like this, I wish I could live something like this:,) thanks for showing it to us

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you so much for your wonderful comment!! 🙂

[@isabelaleman1640]

Ola. Lo. Puedes. Poner. En. Español

[@Yadielpro09]

@@isabelaleman1640 dijo este es el video más hermoso y mágico que he visto en este canal, por favor sigan trayendo contenido como este, ojalá pudiera vivir algo así:,) gracias por mostrarnoslo

[@artiomcybov]

@@ChadZuberAdventures How did you get to know a bit of Russian? (as per video description) Did you travel to some remote locations there for your videos too?

[@user-fn6np8ns3t]

​@@ChadZuberAdventuresهل أنت حقا تعيش في هذا الكوخ ام لأجل التصوير فقط ❤

[@jacksonreasoner1408]

As much of a struggle this must have been, it must be satisfying to know something you created directly saved your life

[@cornholio1612]

Chad doesn't need a stinking hut to save his life...he's transcended way beyond the first world needs of modern humans 😁 Where he comes from he has no bunghole!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, it is very satisfying to see this little hut working well despite so many people telling me that the roof would leak. Honestly, I wasn’t sure it would work. But it did work.

[@savvyxbanana4105]

@@ChadZuberAdventures it just goes to show how much care and effort you put into the hut/

[@GarouLady]

@@ChadZuberAdventures glad it worked. Have you thought of using animal skins as an inner layer? Just wondering sir.

[@mcstench8913]

@@ChadZuberAdventures beautiful work as always man, such an interesting way of life

[@Terminally_Radical]

so much detail even the flatulence is narrated. Absolutely incredible

[@one_gotham]

😂😂

[@kennethflores93]

😂

[@denisevennet7656]

😹😂 HILARIOUS!!🙈😆😹😂

[@antifusion]

*claps* Jann Tate took a shit on a plate! *claps*

[@n.c.pictures]

I'm cold under my blanket with the heater on max and this absolute chad is just casually sleeping through a sub zero temp night half naked. Mad respect

[@IllumTheMessage]

Recently watched a program on ancient building methods of Japan. They talked about how the bark roofs would soak in some moisture and release it in to the living space to help increase the humidity for the inhabitants during the winter months.

[@leisongivangomo5656]

That would be fascinating to watch! Will have to go searching for the video 😃

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

That’s interesting. I expected moisture to soak through but it didn’t.

[@RATOCOMBATENTE]

@@ChadZuberAdventures chad, is there still some snow out there? Becouse you can take it for water

[@glennwilck5459]

Link that video please would love to watch it

[@leisongivangomo5656]

What is the name of the video?

[@nightea2101]

Well, the juniper bark roof has successfully passed its leak-test. Maybe the weather was cold, but it reassured you about your haven's cozy room being untouched by heaven's whims. Plus, pure water is a nice gift.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes! I’m very pleased. I didn’t think it would work so well. Early in the night I was staring at the roof a long time just waiting for water to start dripping inside but it never did.

[@libertyenjoyer2247]

Chad for a thought on the door; you could make a rectangular prism frame that fits the size of the doorway and layer the frame with sheets of woven juniper bark, so instead of just using a mat of juniper bark, you can have a 2-4 inch thick door of it so that it provides insulation as well as protection from the wind. Also thankyou for caring for your viewers so much, seeing you respond to youtube comments but also to your instagram messages is really kind and I am humbled. Much love from Canada.

[@someselskeyvideos]

Yeey, finally long episode. Thank you, Chad

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

My pleasure

[@samsonknows9338]

@@ChadZuberAdventures please drop a patreon so we can support more.

[@dalcassian9098]

The drip line off the roof edge is far out from the wall ,keeping the wall dry, excellent!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, it’s working great

[@jojo1865]

There's something surreal, almost romantic in your videos. Part of it is due to the absence of talking, and music. It's raw. This way It let's us the viewers feel like we are there experiencing it. Like hearing a song with no lyrics. It take you on a trip. Awesome content my friend.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you! That is exactly the intention of my videos.

[@user-fn2dd9fm7n]

finally a nice long episode 😍💜 thank you very much Chad... take care of yourself... the KZbin without you is very boring ... love from Algeria 🇩🇿

[@maarouf_kader]

Another one from Algeria

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you so much for letting me share this journey with you.

[@user-ic8om1ng6h]

Спасибо вам за видео! Всегда жду от вас вести. У вас замечательный канал. О видео. Хорошая дверь это трудно. Но можно сделать квадратный щит больше ширины дверного проема внутри хижины. Тогда большой щит можно прижать кирпичами к стенам, закрывая выход хижины. Снаружи тоже можно закрывать таким щитом, когда вы на улице. В истории до идеи двери с петлями и засовами пришло намного позже. Так что щит это хорошая идея. Я переживаю. Зима. Вы можете заболеть. Береги свое здоровье.

[@gyumri-moscow8969]

Да, Вы прав. У них зима патчи нет и не такая суровая, чем в России. Но ей надо узнать, как русский человек построил дом в тайге, где мороз и нечего нет седобная. это мужчина даже дров не готовил. У него везде грязи и не окуратность.

[@GoAndyGo]

Chad, if you can find an easy way to close and open the chimney, you can save heat and wood by closing it after the fire goes out. Thanks for inspiration!

[@_crazyguy_1848]

Your content is the best, i am 15 years old but it makes me want to go in the wild make myself a hut and live my life there [UPDATE] after 4 months i'm back i feel changed, but i still had to say how good this vid is, Chad youre still great, keep it up

[@LuckyvillageLife]

Heey Guy you're Lee's Teacher From Konoha That's amazing Pal

[@plantmanstudios]

Chad thank you for making these and getting me away from people vicariously. These videos are little gems for KZbin. They are so relaxing to watch!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I’m so happy that you are enjoying them. These moments I experience in the wilderness are so meaningful to me that I just feel the need to share my experiences with others.

[@Koreviking]

Yey, snow! An important part of camping in the snow over here, is to get insulation from the ground. The best way to do this is to lay out thin branches or bushery in a layer of at least 5 cm, then put a cover like your pelt on top. This warms up the air in between the rushes, and creates a very good protection from the cold ground. The juniper bark might work for this, especially if you put down a layer of branches first. Insulation is key!

[@MrBottlecapBill]

That fireplace is just sucking warm air out of the hut and sending it up the chimney as well. Not a great design for that style of habitation. Too inefficient.

[@grinningtaverngaming395]

@@MrBottlecapBill Perhaps offer a solution?

[@Koreviking]

@@MrBottlecapBill Agreed, the fireplace is not optimal. A larger opening would radiate more heat towards the room instead of into the channel and chimney, I think.

[@mito5026]

I love this series, many of us dream of going out and doing these things but often won't have a chance or the courage to do so. These videos truly helped me learn a lot and made me believe that maybe one day I too will embark on a similar adventure. Until then this is as close as I will get. Love the series, keep up the good work!!!!!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I hope you realize this dream one day. You won’t regret it.

[@TheMikuma]

You don't need to go that big. Just go out in the nearest forest on a weekend day and practice some of the things he shows for a few hours and then go and sleep in your comfy bed. It's hard but I can truly say this is the most satisfying hobby I've taken up.

[@StuckinNormal]

@@TheMikuma honestly, I think that is a great idea! Too many of its, including me, tend to be all or nothing thinkers, as in, “I have to go into sometime 100% or not at all!” When in reality we could just do one small thing, like tomorrow I could try to start a small fire on my own, or weave a small basket! Thank you for the wonderful reminder!

[@TheMikuma]

@@StuckinNormal I did exactly that and I'm now the proud owner of a primitive willow basket

[@DanielSmith-qb4qu]

Chad, it must be nice to be blessed with a “rest” day and appreciate all the subtle beautiful things around you…. The snow melting and the icicles how they change color at the tip. I would imagine you do that every day though, I would. Always look forward to your next video. Thank you!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you for watching and your wonderful comment! It was a wonderful experience.

[@IllumTheMessage]

Stunning cinematography Chad. Bravo.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks. I love cinematography and this was a rare event so I spent a lot of time capturing the beauty.

[@julieduke7279]

Someone may have made this suggestion already, i haven’t read through the 1.1K comments to know. The Navajo are known for spinning animal fibres for yarns. I could see you exploring this medium for socks, sweaters, gloves, beanies, blankets etc for these winters days. You may not necessarily need your own animals but may be able to trade with someone for a few fleeces of your chosen fibre for various projects. Just a thought. Love your content. So educational. You live in an amazing part of our planet. Thanks for sharing.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks for your comment. I began making yarn a while back. I need a lot of it to make a blanket, sweater, etc. Eventually I will.

[@julieduke7279]

@@ChadZuberAdventures Awesome! As a spinner myself, i'm familiar with how long yarn takes to make, but the pride you feel when you make something from scratch is amazing. I look forward to seeing some of your creations in the future. You could even make a mattress with washed fleece to insulate against the cold floor of your hut, which is fantastic by the way!

[@ryanthes9133]

Wow what a blessing for me, need rest from overload of assignments. Your videos is my oasis, Thanks for the upload.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Awesome! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@themotoholicwanderer4685]

Hi Chad ..I absolutely enjoy your videos ... What I have noticed about your furnace is..since it is one one side of your Adobe hut .the wall on the other side of your heater doesn't benefit you that much....if you would have had your heater in the center....it would have kept your hut heated for a longer duration..and if chimney was a little taller ..it could serve as center support for the roof of your hut ..

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, you are right. That would be an excellent design. I think I would do that design on a new hut. I never that of that idea but I also wanted this hut to have plenty of open space inside. I think ideally I would have two huts - one for summer and one for winter. I'm going to remember your idea. Thank you!

[@zyanidwarfare5634]

For a door you could use some tightly woven thatch as a flimsy but relatively good door since it restricts airflow And if you wanted to make it sturdier just bind it to a stick frame to give it some structure

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I’m planning something similar to that

[@EMNM22]

melting snow for sweet tea or making coffee is FANTASTIC! youll really notice the difference over tap water!

[@LGBTQAprimalpossumheadquarters]

Man, I got stuck out in the snow so much this year lol, didn't think I would survive, actually I freaked out and feared my end, just glad some Mexican culture knowledge helped me, wool blanket the entire winter very little use of fire, did make a bamboo container holding some beewax candles I made, Wich was my walk to town heater so i could regularly collect food for a few days. You're definitely getting it down better than me, but have to be sneaky and get around the laws of society for homeless people. So far I lost two camps because I was found, but here I am alive and well, but am planning to leave this city here in Madison TN to be the patch of woods. Yesterday got really cold tho, I wear dresses alit and it is not great for cold temps, but I have learned the body can adapt after an hour or two in it. So I'm fine and dandy. I found my leather hide shirt I made last year, it'll be handy when I camp the thorn vines again. One day I hope see the atalatal and primal hatchets I build in your video's. I finally learned how to draw the instructions down for both. But if interested I can send you the images on the axe build. And we all need you and cave man to do another workout. My friends are asking for that from you. Anyways I am coffeed up badly and must end this comment. I gotta get the yucca leafs today, just finished up a greenwood bow, Wich I have been dying to finish, time to string it. Stay primal, stay proud, thrive on the rock we all call home brother.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Stay primal indeed! My first hut was near a homeless camp. The people there used to come over and visit sometimes. Thanks for sharing me your experiences.

[@leonisantos5776]

CHAD demorei pra achar seu vídeo. Você está coberto de neve nem acreditei. ABRAÇOS quentinhos pra você LINDÃO 😘

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Rsrsrs, sim. Adorei esta experiência.

[@leonisantos5776]

Querido CHAD quando fazemos o que gostamos tudo é agradável. GRATIDÃO PELA mensagem adorei❤

[@abraham2301]

Oh so the juniper roof passed the test successfully, congratulations Mr. Zuber. It's amazing what you create with your own hands to help you through adversity . I think this is the main reason for human progress: trying to survive. As always, the video was great and I admire the Persian translation and send you love from the Middle East. Continue with strength 💪💪💪❤️❤️❤️

[@rafarabe]

So beautiful seeing the snow over the desert.Thank you.

[@Dinkum_Aussie]

Beans, the musical fruit! 🎵💨😝 That morning looked frosty 🥶

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Very frosty. I could have made bean flavoured ice cream.

[@Dinkum_Aussie]

@@ChadZuberAdventures 😂👍

[@moik2747]

Even thou I have a sumwhat of a door I still put a tarp or skin hide covering the entrance . It helps a lot more.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I just don’t have an extra skin to cover the fire at night. I cover the door before I go to sleep but I need the buckskin to sleep.

[@tribemaster101]

my conclusion is that this video is exceptional. >30 mins videos are always the best!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

But damn do they take a long time to make!

[@Vostadues]

Here is a door idea... Sheets of leather/hide if you can get some from hunting, saw it into a blanket bag slightly bigger then the door, stuff it with dried leaves or plant fiber, then hang it over the open from outside... This design has been tested and proofed in northern China through the history, back in the old days the shops there were just hanging cotton stuffed heavy duvet over opening door in the winter, this will keep the inside warm even in heavy snow yet still give the customer easy access to the shop.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah, that’s a really good idea. Thank you for the tip.

[@koszyk]

Good you hit the plate.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Why?

[@koszyk]

@@ChadZuberAdventuresfound it funny. Still I love what you are doing. I really hope that you'll catch some fish info the trap.

[@natividadalicea704]

Hola Chad nos alegra mucho saber que sigues adelante gerrero para que encuentres el sueño que te envió hay y aquí estaremos todos para selebrarlo que Dios te bendiga 🙏

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Muchísimas gracias!! 👍🏼

[@frontierwoodsman4373]

Chad, I really like the quotes you use... Emerson, Thoreau, et al. The truth of their words is really motivating. I love your attitude and perspective on life. Peace to you from Alaska.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Their quotes are very important to me and reveal so much about life. I'm glad you find value in them too.

[@netyr4554]

Fascinating climate, I would never have expected snow.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It only snows a few times a year

[@tacticaltarzan7278]

This is low key awesome man, I hope to see more like this 🍻

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

More coming

[@ElementalHeroWierdo]

Love that torch. I’d have never thought to use a bowl shape for holding fuel for a torch. Just so common to see stuff wrapped on a stick it’s just wedged in our brains lol

[@jenniferstewarts4851]

something i notice in a lot of these survival/cottage/wilderness home channels. They all seem to forget the purpose of hides/tapestries/curtains. most people think these were just decorations but they actually served a real purpose. They were a layer of insulation. Hung over doors, windows, and even parts of the wall to stop drafts, keep in warm air, and keep out cold. large hearth fireplaces made of stone would heat up and act as heat banks... then when the fire went out they could keep radiating heat while curtains and door covers would keep the drafts out and prevent heat loss. Even the 4 poster curtain beds had that point. they would create a smaller space inside the main room, that stayed warmer through the night and protected the sleeper from drafts.

[@jefferybublitz7968]

I knowingly stayed in the southern states this year. The Polar Vortex thing came out of the Northern Hemisphere, and absolutely dominated for a short time. I have been enduring heavy rain storms all winter. And for the first time in 21 years of traveling around America, I'm now carrying a 2 man tent. It's been truly a GOD send for me. It's hard to recover from an overlooked mistake to where you end up using 2 days to dry out again.

[@gridinnozmu4358]

Hermoso vídeo mostrando la realidad de la vida primitiva,pensaba que la puerta podría ser una baldosa gigante,no tan gruesa.para que puedas moverla de un lado a otra,incluso podrías hacerla redonda para poder moverla mejor hacia un lado.Esa nevada fue un regalo,la nieve limpiecita,maravilloso lugar sin contaminación. 💪👏👏🙌🙌

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Sí, a veces la vida es dura.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Tengo una buena idea para la puerta.

[@moik2747]

U can never have enough firewood. I once twisted my ankle and also I'm sure i broke a footbone that I couldn't walk at all 2 do my chores and I didnt have any crutches or tall sticks to help me hobble around so I basically stayed in bed 4 the whole month till I could put enough weight on it . Thankfully I had enough firewood inside and just out the door. Also plenty of food and water. My human waste bucket was also there. I also wrote my goodbye letter just incase. I was so thankful that my elders taught me to always ALWAYS prepare for the worst just incase and luckily it helped me to Survive. 😅👍 So I pass on the info ALWAYS B PREPARED JUST IN CASE Just like Insurance

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Good lesson there. You were in a much more serious situation. But, yes. To be prepared for every possible scenario is impossible but we can prepare for the most important like you did.

[@badermunir5944]

Living all alone , close to nature , wild life , no tools , less dress & very hard life. It's amazing . One of my uncles was a honey collector in northern hilly area of Pakistan . He was a fearlessly man I have ever seen in my life . Day time he use to point out bee hives & late night in complete darkness , he use to go alone with hand made pine tree branches lantern with 2 buckets . I am still cannot believe when leopards were plenty in the hilly forest. Early morning still dark, he came bach with around 20 - 25 kgs of pure honey to sell it in Islamabad (Pakistan). It was indeed the purest precious honey .

[@dremodicus7392]

I'm super impressed with how much light that torch gives off

[@StaySynth3tic]

from 30:00 to 30:40 skip if you are not ready to see some .... dirty scene. btw watching this video made me feel cold. im wondering how cold it was inside the hut at night. Chad, question: if you get sick, i mean really sick, how long it takes till you get help? take a good care of yourself! 🤗

[@yanmalcher887]

Also skip from 13:39 to 13:45 if you don't want hear he farts 🤣 Its natural and its the main idea of this channel, but that is strange that is 🤣. I guess some things shouldn't need to show.

[@Koreviking]

@@yanmalcher887 Relax. Everybody farts.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I could climb up mountain and call for help.

[@stojanslaven6083]

Absolutely sick behavior with that "toilet on a tray" in hut. I was at minus twenty degrees Celsius and snow up to my knees and always went outside for toilet activities, not only me but everyone I know. Here I see this behavior for the first time, I could not believe what i see here!

[@Koreviking]

@@stojanslaven6083 Agreed. That’s not good survival.

[@lindewykman5660]

Really longed for this episode to see how well the hut would stand snow and the cold, great job!

[@lindaseel8633]

Your hard work, determination, and perseverance are astounding. Most of us " city slickers " would packed it in long ago. Thanks for showing us what things are like to live completely off the land and what God provides in nature. Preparation and planning are the keys. Well done

[@user-pf8pq1bj8y]

Смотрю Ваше видео с ужасом! В теплой постеле и с одеялом! Вы просто герой в борьбе с природой! Но все-таки она сильнее!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Этой ночью было очень холодно. Я страдал, но не навсегда.

[@muralidharnarasimhan4290]

The view of the first moments of snow from inside the hut was awesome. Was expecting a Santa claus to peep inside 😂! And thanks for your efforts in showing us the snowfilled landscape. Entirely a new background! Really strong roof 👍👍👍. You must have some other food too!

[@thach2636]

các bạn thật là tiệc vời chúc bạn nhiều sức khỏe và thành công trong công việc nhé

[@eiaesalle7561]

I love episodes like this that you show your real primitive life.☺️

[@martynapis7683]

Respect, you are master of primitive bushcraft.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Not a master. Not even close. I’m just a student.

[@tghirwn3902]

Don't be afraid that your life Will end, be afraid that it will never again. I like it

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Exactly

[@Tai1g]

Great video as always Chad! Have you thought about potentially extending the 'bench' of the rocketmass heater to allow you to sleep on it comfortably? I feel as though that'd be a very efficient way at keeping yourself warm at night, though it's not me out there so I don't know any better!

[@olivierrun8364]

Hi Chad ! Thx for your amazing adventures ! So relaxing to see you in the wild ! I saw a guy doing a hut with little tunnels in the floor, under stones and clay, connected to the fire to extract smoke. Apparently, this help a lot to warm the hut. Just an idea :) Good luck, good weather is coming now !

[@TheGary108]

An idea for the door, you can make a frame with juniper branches inside the doorway so you can use it as a location to secure the door using cordage.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

That’s a great idea!

[@raphaelprotti5536]

Awesome as always Chad. I recommend making a door for your hut, so you don't have to unpile the bricks in the doorway every time you want to take a piss in the middle of the night. IT would also be interesting to see what ideas you come up with.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Well I was gathering materials to make a door when I was caught off guard in the snow.

[@Tauramehtar]

A long one, just as promised) Happy ☘ day Chad!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you!

[@guilhermerefatti6610]

Caramba, agora a cabana foi colocada em teste de verdade, a paisagem ficou muito bonita com aquela neve

[@ericsainte290]

As your hut is not able to store more wood than for a cold night, I think it would be a good idea to build a simple 'shed' to store some firewood out of the rain or snow. You could for example build two walks extending from the hut, cover with a juniper bark roof, and hold there a stock of firewood to last at least two or three days and nights in case of a snowstorm or prolonged rainy weather. Also I was not surprised the bark worked well as waterproof material. Here in Europe we mostly used hay or water reed to thatch the roofsin ancient times, but I have seen some use cedar bark to make roof tiles in Canada and the North of the USA. Another advantage is that it has some insulation capacities too.

[@kennhaughton150]

Chad, that was an awesome video. Winter truly hit home and the hut was a work of masterpiece ✨️. And no leaks. Priceless, and the fresh pure water in the form of snow...refreshing. God bless, stay safe and well until your next instalment. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👍🏾❤😁

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you so much! Yes, this was such a beautiful experience.

[@xprofess6732]

U need to make that doors mate, and I’ll suggest to make a bed and pillow. It’s gonna be better than sleeping on cold floor:). Such a great time watching this video:)

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah it’s all just a matter of time. I wish I had more time to dedicate to this. It’s all I want to do.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Thanks for sharing this. It was awesome. Cheers, Chad! ✌️

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you

[@Nerathul1]

WHat I've learned from this series is that Juniper, Mud, and Yucca plants are all you need to build anything.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

True statement there buddy!

[@jeannettedsouza1410]

An extraordinary video Chad👍🏼, you embrace nature in all it’s forms and venture with a spontaneous spirit. Your determination, perseverance and hard efforts are remarkable🤩💐. Very inspiring videos taking us back to simple and pure days amidst healing nature. I hope you get time to study the local native flora so you can plant some trees around this region to help flourish the land and it’s beings. We can hopefully leave behind traces of a greener earth and create a better place for our fauna. Hope you can make a video about this, something to teach younger children too. Wishing you the very best Chad, thank you 🙏🏼

[@moik2747]

😃👍 What's for Breakfast? Beans 😐 What's for Lunch? Beans 🤔 Hum ! What's for Dinner! Beans DUH 😭

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

DUHHH! Hahaha

[@moik2747]

Pffft FAAAAART, 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👏👏👏👏

[@semirayahlioglu9829]

من الجيد انك خططت لبناء الكوخ فقط كان حماية ممتازة لك حقا انت رجل شجاع

[@streetscienceofficial8675]

Salamualaikum Arabic,

[@semirayahlioglu9829]

@@streetscienceofficial8675 عليكم السلام ورحمة الله وبركاته

[@EricSajid]

the way you move is no longer the same, with this experience you must have changed a lot internally a real wealth that god keep you brother.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

What do you mean? Do I move slower? Do I move sluggishly like an old man?

[@EricSajid]

@@ChadZuberAdventures No, I misspoke, I mean that your gestures are fast, a bit like mechanics of survival gestures

[@robroaring7175]

Hey Chad. Man, that looked cold! Great work though, as heater and hut made a cozy place to retreat. Looking forward to seeing what you do for the door. I did note the gaps all around the hut between the roof and walls. May I suggest shredding some of that bark, balling it up, and stuffing it into the gaps? I believe this will make a big difference. I did a similar thing with a cabin I used to live it out at a place called Roaring Beach. Was so much warmer. Keep up the amazing work. Rob, Tasmania, Australia 🇦🇺

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, I am well aware of the gaps between the roof and wall. I was focused on using the bark for the roof.

[@robroaring7175]

@@ChadZuberAdventures Was also super impressed no moisture came through! You build things well, mate! 👍

[@felixtownsend1460]

You're videos bring me so much joy and tranquility! Keep it up Chad, you the man 😁

[@george-stefanleoca1319]

I like that u put the camera outside, go inside the hut and put the bricks in the door hole just to remove them after to go outside and take the camera xD

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah, imagine how much time and energy goes into getting these shots.

[@artiomcybov]

Wow, this is something! Binge watching. The atmosphere is incredible! 10 out of 10 for Primal Tendencies

[@racevanandros2916]

Chad Zuber I LOVE YOU, SO TO YOUR WORK, SUCH BEAUTY. THANX EVER SO. MWA💋💛🦁

[@ithulah]

Hey Chad, a great episode. I'm glad the hut fulfilled its purpose, and glad the snow didn't come earlier in the season! But why don't you have more clothes? I understand wanting to pare down your material existence, but people in prehistory would have had all sorts of cold weather gear if they needed it. At the very least you should craft a top. It's weird to be half clothed. Maybe you could get some buckskin, try dyeing and add some beads you make yourself. It could be a good project. I suppose it depends what you are trying to achieve, you vs elements and environment disregarding accuracy or a more experimental archeological viewpoint. Personally I feel you tend towards the latter, apart from your sandals! Which are only a modern adaption of ancient technology anyway. So yea, I vote for some more clothes. Herds were plentiful in prehistory, so leather was in good supply.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Unfortunately we’re no longer in prehistoric times and herds are now very scarce. This is accurate because I want to acquire skins and materials naturally. In prehistoric times you couldn’t just buy what you need from Amazon.

[@thach2636]

các bạn thật là tiệc vời.chúc các bạn nhiều sức khỏe và thành công trong công việc nhé

[@Vitaliynext]

Сделай заслонку в печи, чтобы тепло не уходило на улицу

[@streetscienceofficial8675]

Horosho SpasiBo Russiya, Kak Dela comrade

[@user-uj9gn6qz8r]

refreshing snow water straight from the sky 🤣🤣🤣 Amen brother

[@moixdollASMR]

i'm really impressed by the hut you built it looks so cozy

[@elisakazek]

Thanks for your wonderful videos. They are inspiring me a lot. Greetings from Germany

[@MrTwister22]

Dude, Chad, this is a great video. Congratulations on the roof standing up to that test. I love your videos. Thank you! I hope you’ll be able to catch some fish when the river warms up

[@evk-1350]

Bro farted in video and narrated it. Massive respect. 😂 Hugs from Brazil!

[@Unseeable_web]

Hey Chad, im not sure if you have any floor heating. But if you have not, you should do it! Its pretty simple, since I believe you do not need that many materials for it.

[@Test-Call]

Nice man. Cangrats with the roof. Great video, thank you man. Be safe

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you

[@mackz9687]

Another great video! I love the art you put in the description, and even though I have no use for stock photos, it's fun to see you in different characters! Much love Chad!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you!

[@thach2636]

các bạn thật là tiệc vời lắm chúc bạn nhiều sức khỏe và thành công trong công việc nhé

[@lorddiablo8575]

Chad, one more thing .... a raise bed is suggested during cold weather to keep you warmer when you sleep ( better than sleeping on a sheep skin on the cold ground !

[@Chr.U.Cas2216]

👍👌👏 A nice, long and very well done video! Please consider to widen the heated bench to be able to lay/sleep on it! That's how people in the European Alps built their big stoves since hundreds of years. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards, luck and health.

[@yomangull2538]

It's good to hear that your roof is keeping the water out. I'm sure you'll work something out for a door to make things easier. Did you have enough time outside in the snow to look for tracks? Just curious to know if any critters were investigating your homestead at night. Have you seen any bamboo growing by the river? If so, split pieces could be used as gutters to collect water from the roof.

[@Pesadeloz]

i always enjoy watching your wonderful videos Chad keep it going and stay safe👏🏼💯

[@victorfebo2672]

Excellent video bro! Thank you for sharing. Cheers from Puerto Rico. Keep the videos coming!

[@kobe3576]

You can pile up more wood inside your hut and use two or three long branches or stakes nailed into the ground to support the wood and avoid it spreading all over inside. In this way you are not only making use of the vertical space inside but also reducing void space that wastes heat.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, I did that. You must not have seen the pile of word against the wall by the door.

[@buhalterisbedarbis339]

Chad: How to make more views? Brain: Idk, literally show your own shit? Chad: You're genius.

[@samuelbarrow5502]

Yeah I had to pause for a sec. Like no way that's shit 😂

[@JustToFallAsleep]

I am honestly so pleasantly surprised the juniper bark didn't leak at all! Would suggest a large clay chamberpot maybe. Are you making plans for a clay water collector?

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, I have plans to collect water

[@1123pawel]

This could not have come at a better time.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Why is that?

[@1123pawel]

@@ChadZuberAdventures The upload arrived just as I had a moment to enjoy it, perfect timing! Great episode, lovely to see the snow and I am excited to see the new door. I hope it's functions well!

[@Ravenmc7]

why watch the discovery channel. when we can all watch the discovery CHADnel!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Hahaha

[@madmo_1148]

Looks like a different place with all that snow! Stay warm chad!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Totally transformed landscape

[@Samuel99801]

Hi Chad. I love your adobe cabin. But you are concerning the cold air incoming or heat loss. Making additive wall outside of stove and 1 or 2 inches of air gap between the two walls will be helpful. And the outer wall matrial could be stone, it can reduce the work of mud brick making and resist rain water or humidity.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks. Making the wall of the stove thicker may help. The weather is now getting warm and cold isn’t an issue. I will be working on the final phase of construction next month.

[@onan-sonofjudahbrotherofer8466]

Geez man good thing you got the roof on

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

😂

[@juliebaker6969]

I 've been wondering how you handled things when doing your business outside wasn't practical. Indelicate issues like that are virtually NEVER addressed in videos like this. It's refreshing to see someone admit that situations like that are real issues that need addressing.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah it's a reality. I often read comments of people asking about that so I thought I'd show you all a little.

[@janckerholy]

Guaoooo que bestial Bro en serio sobrevivir de esa manera es excepcional. Empezar desde cero sin nada y ver los avances que has tenido me da a entender que el ser humano es grandioso y no tiene límites.

[@mattparker9726]

0:43 GREAT QUOTE!!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes!

[@Lucciola_shu]

밖엔 비가오는데 방구석에서 이런 영상 시청할수 있다는게 행복

[@CocoaBeans660]

Out of curiosity how much do you spend your time out in the wilderness? Is it like a weekend thing, or do you go out for weeks or months?

[@davidhutchinson7888]

1-2 weeks. He got a wife and kids.