Solo Survival part 2: How to Survive Alone in the Wilderness for 1 week --Eastern Woodlands

In this video (part one and two) I go into the wilderness of North Eastern North America with only a knife and live off the land for a week. I document many of the crucial steps and tips and tricks that I do to survive in the forest. Skills shown are shelter, primitive fire, bark containers, water purification, fishing, weaving natural rope, bark shelters, trapping, edible plants, baskets, primitive cooking, fish traps....and tons more.
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After a few decades of being obsessed with collecting survival and primitive skills techniques, I am putting out these videos to demonstrate the skills and excursions found at my school, Wild Survival (wildsurvivalskills.com). Videos are focused on primitive skills, rewilding, nature awareness, living off the land, off grid living, indigenous skills, shelter building, primitive fire, water purification, trapping, hunting, bow making, flint knapping, primitive pottery, basketry, edible and medicinal plant preparation and numerous indigenous skills.
I began studying wilderness survival when I was 17 in order to have the ability to spend extensive periods of time in nature, seeking out empowerment and without the need for external sources. I began studying in 1993 under Tom Brown Jr eventually teaching for Tracker Inc. I sought-out every old Native American teacher I could and eventually traveled the world living in very remote indigenous villages in the Amazon, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia and Peru. My school teaches survival and primitive skills, nature awareness, how to live off the land, re-wilding, prepare for disasters. I strongly believe that experiencing survival living changes the way people approach their entire lives.

[@cksoup]

*Tom:* Make sure you use bone as your trigger so it doesn’t bind with the wood. *Me, munching on cheetos and drinking soda* : Smart. This guy deserves to survive.

[@rc3291]

If I made it a week not sure I would go back to civilization.

[@johnstorton]

One word: Winter

[@jakewill6178]

@@johnstorton 2 word : is here

[@smakyakproductions4466]

Yes, you would definitely go back. Get out of your fantasy, stop dreaming. It is probably hard beyond belief.

[@stephenvalz3723]

You will missed the City😆 lol

[@jamiepaolinetti5087]

That Raccoon was laughing his ass off. He's like, "this guy's pretty smart, but you're in my house now! And, thanks for the roasted acorns. We can't figure out that fire thing yet, but we're working on it!"

[@ChildovGhad]

Yeah, they're pretty smart critters. Maybe they'll get the next shot at civilization after we destroy ourselves.

[@ryandupuis5860]

0:48 - Shelter overhang 2:54 - Deadfall trap setup 5:49 - Veggies 8:53 - Fish trap setup 10:40 - Bark basket 15:53 - Cattail plant 18:35 - Trap checks 19:54 - Fish in the fish trap 21:19 - Steam cooking the fish 25:00 - Ending

[@grantgee2842]

He says .."Frogs gave an awesome performance last night"... cable got nothing on nature! 👏

[@johnsexton4250]

Like a nightmare symphony to me. I'm scared to death of those freaking things. They are seriously evil, their mouth is so big and nasty, and that hop hop hop is str8t out of hell.

[@x10mark24]

clearly you've never tried to sleep with 30 of the buggers right next to your house. my father eventually got so pissed that he was out at 3 am collecting frogs in a bucket and tossing them into a different pond

[@davecummings7477]

I love your videos! I was honestly surprised though about this series that you never mentioned 2 CRITICAL things and how to deal with them. 1. Chiggers. When you pile all of those leaves in your hooch, you are bound to get ticks and chiggers. Those can sicken you with "Rocky Mountain Spottted Feaver" and/or Lime Disease. In the Army I was taught never to pile leaves as insulation without first "smoking" them to get rid of those bugs and others like the brown recluse spider (which have a tissue destroying bite). But maybe you know some better technique and just didn't mention it. 2. Poison ivy, oak, and sumac. These plants can bring you hell by bringing itching and puss weeping boils all over your skin just from touching and handling them. In the Eastern Northwoods like the Appalachian they are EVERYWHERE and I would NEVER go barefooted. Anyway, just thought I would pass this along in case you had not learned about those concerns. We can all learn from each other. Keep up the great work.

[@TeddyLovesBacon]

Brother your level of outdoor survival knowledge combined with your low key demeanor and clear and concise way of explaining your thought process, what you're doing and why , is pretty friggin awesome! I just stumbled on this and I am thoroughly impressed and truly inspired. I was wondering where you learned all these amazing survival techniques? I'm totally inspired to follow in your footsteps and take some survival training classes and see how well i could hack it in the wild. Thanks for taking the time to make these amazingly entertaining and informative videos! :-)

[@Phoenixspin]

This guy really knows what he is doing. If the Apocolypse hits, I want this guy to be my survival leader.

[@awesomemcnuggietittsschalk4313]

Finally a guy who does things right and not with 10 ppl and the help or a camera crew!!!!

[@virallord2788]

I don't think I've ever watched a part 1 and part 2 video together, without pausing or fast forwarding. Thess videos were so much appreciated. I will tell people about your videos for sure Thank you!

[@52552124555663355895]

The basket was amazing how you made it

[@markmiller6402]

If I ever get lost in the wild, I hope I bump into you mate. Great knowledge, great video.

[@derror1]

this is so much better than bear grylls, getting kinda sick of all that running jumping and climbing when all i wanna do is to learn how to survive properly.

[@Guandea]

The recollectioner hey, you gotta learn how to escape the bears and what not🤷🏾‍♂️😂

[@mitch8836]

Bear grylls teaches u how to find a civilizaition.. He teaches u fast movement and 1 night fast building camp. This guy teaches u how to live|life and stay in the woods, building from step to step. Big difference

[@wesshepherd]

I'm a combat boot guy so bare feet in the woods scream out "injury opportunity" but otherwise this was one of the best real bushcraft survival videos I have seen. Definitely gives me some tips to take away on my own excursions. Great job!

[@wildsurvivalskills]

Cool, thanks very much. Been going out in the woods barefoot since I was a kid so its all good. But i hear you, not for everyone.

[@trevormiddendorf6833]

This is true survival. No fancy tools just a knife and no camera crew.

[@markuspaar6973]

That bark basket is on another level.

[@paulciurana5978]

Audition for "alone" on history channel. $500,000 prize for last participant standing

[@ChickensAndGardening]

They're amateurs compared to Tom.

[@Nordikaventurier]

Don't you get it ? :) He doesn't need money... he's got pure knowledge...

[@TheWoodedBeardsman]

Well done!

[@blazetieftw]

If I knew a bit more about weaving fibres and edible plants in my area, I’d totally give this a go.

[@WatersBreedlove]

"I can't spend 12 hours sitting in my debris hut everyday."

[@theone2be33]

Why you don't have a million subscribers is beyond me! You're truly blessed in the knowledge you share with us!

[@QuadDamage3]

Love the videos. Straight to the point, sped up where necessary, cool attitude and no drama. Thumbs up!

[@piercesplayground3578]

"I'm gonna set this up... hopefully the squirrels aren't watching.." lol.. love it

[@annaleebliss4618]

Tom kicks ass his show is not about surviving in the wild its about actually living in the wild.AWESOME VIDEOS😄😃😀😊☺😉

[@MasterK9Trainer]

Very impressive. I watched the first part after seeing the video for months now. I am glad I took the time to check it out. What's amazing to me is that you didn't start with an implied or specific mission to use or not use gear. It took me a while before I realized that all you have is your large folding knife and a ton of skills and knowledge. I see this casual, relaxed dude walking around barefoot, simple clothing and providing for all his needs. Brilliant.

[@ryandupuis5860]

i know, its awesome

[@laquitamccullough9138]

This was amazing. !!Even though I’m a Grandmother you never know when you might need these great skills. Learning something NEW everyday :)

[@rebeccajade5246]

Just watching makes me need a nap. Do you ever just stop and take a nap?? This is all amazing I need to watch again and take notes!

[@willahern9601]

Everyone that make survivor videos usually shows you how to make a shelter the things that you are concentrating on are welcomed I hope you continue to show how to survive by making snares traps fishing baskets and other needed skills your videos appreciated

[@jamesstoffa3237]

This is great. Way better than most shows that were on tv

[@christianlydon4741]

Pleaaaasssseeee record more

[@wildsurvivalskills]

I will, coming in spring.

[@christianlydon4741]

Tom Mcelroy-Wild Survival YAY I've just found your channel and i can't stop watching your videos

[@alexandersmurr-ferrer7713]

it's spring :D

[@devata87]

He should go to alone series on history channel

[@Nordikaventurier]

It's been said before, but I have to say it again : you're awesome ! Seriously... you're richer than most, just by knowing how to survive with absolutely nothing.

[@colepalmer9982]

I enjoyed this more than any survival show I've ever seen.

[@KdawgCrazyOutdoors]

Great series bro. I just learned a bunch of skills I didn't even know I needed. You make it look so easy but we all know that comes from a ton of trial and error and years of knowledge. It pays to know your wild eatables too. I always dream of going out and enjoying nature like this and then I remember how much I like my tarp, sleeping bag/bivy, food and cook kit. LOL. But I always learn a couple things that will help me come back home safe in the event my gear fails. Thanks again for a great video.

[@RaeMachiavelli]

He should be on MasterClass

[@MrMannerless]

15:50 Just write GUCCI on the side of that and sell it for $15,000.

[@jupiterresident1537]

literally. Except it's more amazing.

[@Overunity357]

its nice to see a survivalist who knows his edible plants

[@VinnieMack]

Society will need this one day....one day.

[@phyclop6352]

Amazing survival skillz, You should publish a book on it.

[@timsummers870]

The basket was amazing. I wish you showed it put to use. Congratulations on your skills and channel. Very interesting. Subscribed.

[@IanBillen]

Being saw many survivalist experts .. I'd have to say this bloke is .. in a word .. 'efficient'. He is very efficient in his practices and in his undertakings out there. He doesn't try major things out there .. he doesn't get elaborate ... but what he does or makes serves it's purpose and works very well. There is no energy or time wasted. It's just enough to serve..without any mess.. or excess .. It serves it's purpose and then he moves on to the next task (and that is the right way to approach these situations). His calm demeanor also helps him cope. Excellent survivalist.

[@brandyhouston2105]

Tom, Tom, 18:42 the plane, the plane..lol we're rescued! Just kidding! Great videos. Good knowledge and great teachers.

[@candhprofessional372]

Im an 11 year old kid who is OBSESSED with survival!! I absolutely love it and when i found these vids I was so happy!!

[@oscarsimpsonjacka7917]

C and H Professional exactly the same

[@cloudyclayella1846]

Same just I'm 12

[@famguy1619]

C and H Professional me too😂

[@Nick-rq6ns]

Same I’m 13 and I am doing a week long camp out in the winter

[@budling5921]

Are you in scouting? I would recommend that if you aren't in it yet. It's a lot of fun, and you do learn a lot of skills. (Including Wilderness Survival.)

[@kev1734]

Sleeping to that ambiance would've been amazing! Soul healing stuff!

[@CheesyCharlie]

It’s amazing how the algorithm brought this channel to me so recently. Interesting times we live in

[@whatcameofgrace]

Tommy you're like... my new favorite person. Aka who I want to be like. Great work! Great mentality! Thank you!

[@alexwebb9976]

Very impressive , best survivalist skills I’ve seen yet

[@deniseschlueter2860]

I've learned more from your part one and two video than I have watching other survival videos over the past year.

[@skiie]

I like how you were smart enough to know squirrel were watching

[@niko36]

Been watching survival shows for ever, you are the best by miles!!!

[@meredith4605]

I love this! I actually could surr vice in my own back yard because we practically live in the wilderness. I love all of these cool facts and I never knew about all of this cool stuff Awesome video!

[@wildsurvivalskills]

Thanks for watching everyone...now come take a class. Next up is Survival/Edible/Medicinal Plants in California!! Check out my course listing here... www.wildsurvivalskills.com/courses1.html

[@sudlooshrz7128]

What would you do if you didn't have a pocket knife.

[@jamesshiels7860]

+Oscar Ruiz he would probably fashion one using some sort of rock, quarts or something like that

[@mohamedelhefyan2146]

just wanted to let you know we love you

[@wildsurvivalskills]

Thanks!!

[@FirstShotX]

Your videos are amazing. I'm going to try some methods in your videos. Should I put them on my channel?

[@jadeddragon4254]

This is by far the best condensed well explained practical survival skills video on KZbin hands down

[@karyncrestman6041]

You have a great way of delivery. You blow all of these other virtual trainers out of the water, except for Lilly, she is there with you. , . Love the way you teach.

[@ashh830xo]

He made a whole damn apartment with a view 🤣

[@silentshadow7654]

Love this channel. Wish there was more primitive survival stuff like this online.

[@DiamondMarzy]

100% agree.

[@ShacolateClown]

primitive technology is also really good.

[@michaelgriffin9899]

+RebelOfDominator yaaas

[@mocas]

To much stuff with full equiped rucksack guys making a fire steel fire and speaking of "survival"

[@northpostman]

Tom has exceptional skills and learning and practicing primitive living skills has definitely got it's place. However, the average person should never enter the wilderness unprepared, and by prepared I mean with shelter, a metal container, at least 3 methods of making fire, a good sturdy fixed blade knife, some way to signal for rescue and some food. The skills Tom is showing here take a lifetime to learn and perfect, and though Tom makes them look very easy, I'm sure he's the first to admit they are not, and in a true survival situation relying on them and failing can be the difference between surviving or not.

[@stephenmneedham]

He does a very good job and actually does what he says he's going to. In the previous video he started his fire with no camera breaks, I was impressed...

[@EdCoker]

One of the best videos on survival I have found on the net. Job well done.

[@jamesalexander8729]

this guy is living my dream! great work sir :)

[@wildsurvivalskills]

Thanks!!

[@yoanterzyiski515]

this is my dream too ive wanted to do it since i was 12

[@Sabbathissaturday]

I’m a year late seeing these awesome videos. I hope you’re still teaching. There seems to be no limits to your talents.

[@rjohnson2916]

I enjoy watching your videos more any other survivalist. The way you teach is straight forward and easy to understand. Thanks and blessings to you...

[@dogwithlaserpointer]

I watch a lot of these videos, kind of an armchair survival type. You have a way of explaining it, and good advice that goes beyond just the type of "just do this", with you I find there is a do this and why you're going to do it, I'm impressed. Thank you for sharing this.

[@seven7vii000]

Thank you for this :). The info in this is the difference between life and death when the system comes down. Humans are too decadent, most are pure consumers. Times will be hard once the flow of life is damed by technological devolution. People like you will rise above the old kings and queens to reconquer the world. Humans will finally gain back their humanity. Dont die or give up. Rage rage on into the night.

[@michileber]

Super cool! Thank you for your awesome videos!!

[@deadly2881]

hey i know you

[@michileber]

yeah! :D

[@deadnugget2703]

ŞIKANDAR ßAKHT don't u dare

[@juancarlosloayza3001]

Awesome video !! I love to learn survival skills. Greetings from Ecuador.

[@armedtexan8373]

As an Eagle Scout, I love your videos! As a father your videos help me to explain to my children why survival knowledge is so important. (In other words, your 'cooler' that me, haha)

[@jeffkennedy8219]

I'm motivated by this, to actually get out and live it. I love the format and general presentation, and I'd like to learn more about plant identification. Thank you

[@jirimensik1263]

I saw both parts. I would die of hunger and cold after a week while Tom builds a casino next to his three floor house (right next to the fish bistro).

[@FreeFallingAir]

Man, not only do you show us how to survive, your teaching us how to LIVE there as well! Cant believe im just now finding your vids, these are great!

[@kennethdavis5040]

That bark basket was one of the coolest survival hacks I've seen. Awesome work bro!!

[@MobaCry]

Very attractive style of life ! May I suggest you get a lavaliere microphone so that the sound doesn't change everytime you are close or far from the camera. Plus that would be great if you write down some stuff on the editing, like the name of the plantes you ate, or other stuff you used ... Thanks man !! Keep it up :-)

[@soldier3335]

He just made a backpack out of bark. Amazing!!

[@dan.l.338]

How can you dislike this? Amazing video. Keep it going!

[@taekim9563]

This guy really is the best.. Do not be fooled by comparing video editing skills. If anything happens, find this guy.

[@raysmith1028]

Thanks Tom, I've watched pt 1&2 your skills are superb as is the filming & naration. Lot's of info you've shared.

[@spenceeastcot6275]

Absolutely loved the two parts, should do something like this again😀

[@wildsurvivalskills]

thanks, either the Desert or Amazon will be next...but not for a while.

[@manuelkeats296]

Very concise and articulate....thank you for making a real survival vid

[@dopesthypocrit3622]

I learned more in this video than 9 years of school

[@jlad225]

I went into the woods behind my subdivision but I didn't see you so I gave up, lol. Seriously though, post apocalypse, can you be our king so we can get civilization started back up ASAP?

[@petitpanierdosier3206]

holy molly i need to go outdoors and feel whats its like to survive !

[@bidybo]

This is so cool. Can honestly say you've changed my life with these videos. I'm very interested in learning these skills.

[@mariodonate9329]

your videos are great the only thing thats missing is close ups of the plants and things you mention. keep up the good work

[@necessarytips7410]

Can you make a survival series pleeeeeeeeaaase!!! I love your videos it is soooooo informative and entertaining.

[@troillus]

absolutely amazing. I love your work . I really appreciate the demonstration of skill and no emphasis on gear or equipment

[@romeras600]

I was bummed when your first video was coming to an end but then there was a part 2! Awesome awesome.

[@2beesfarmstead819]

That basket was amazing. Truly

[@davidslater8486]

u make it look so freaking easy

[@miabrown5755]

This is so cool. These are skills that I thought I would never need to know. If I ever get caught in the wild I’ll think back to this video. Great video, I love it.

[@brookdyer6620]

Dude...WOW!!!...That’s all I can say...WOW!!! 👍🏻

[@patrickfaas2329]

After learning it from a Japanese cook, I successfully boiled fish in a container of thin dry birch bark directly above the fire. As long as your paper or bark holds enough liquid and is thin enough, it cannot burn. No need for messing up your soup with hot stones. Talking of bark, loved your very clever way of folding it into a basket. Quite brilliant, but please tell your viewers not to use bark from a living tree, because that would kill it.

[@coocookachoo2806]

17:53 they were looking for you, you didn't even wave your arms.

[@planenoodles860]

Wow!! V helpful, THANKS!!!!

[@EngTeacherHK]

Thank you so much! Bear Grylls doesn’t come even close. Love the resourcefulness!!

[@amazingpeeps4524]

I'm only eleven but I learned so much from this video. I have cheap survival equipment but, I use it wisely. I have a axe, knife, flint, steel, sharpening stone, and a hatchet.

[@wildsurvivalskills]

Nice! Keep it up. Let me know if you need any help with the things you're learning!

[@nicolaeioachimtrica9449]

Love your videos, Tom! I hope you'll post some more soon! :)

[@jimkoz5052]

Nice vid Cool basket

[@HayroHaryo]

no metal! no METAL at all since the first part. but A KNIFE it's truly AWESOME! THANK YOU TOM

[@ChickensAndGardening]

Really nice set of videos. I hope I can take your classes some time -- and bring my little girl as well, so she can pass on these skills to the next generation!

[@ThaGr8Cornman]

Some of the best info here- some really cool techniques I haven't seen before!

[@TERRY-td8lk]

Tom I really enjoyed the videos that you made on survival. I have watched a lot of other survivalist but yours is more down to earth and you explain what you are doing better than most guys. I hope you will make more videos for us to see. I liked and subscribed to your channel as well. Looking forward to more from you. Thanks, Terry.........

[@Serve_iam]

came to this channel for help with a bow drill and then ended up here. Amazing content.