Survival Skills And The One Tool Option (2018)

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[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Great choices for the "one tool". Next time you get stung by a bee, wasp etc, If you have willows nearby, chew up some leaves and place the chewed leaves directly on the sting and keep them there. Typically about 80% of the pain will be gone in 5 minutes. Plantain (the weed) is also very good at taking the pain out of insect bites/stings. Unfortunately or perhaps fortunately, plantain is a plant that prefers disturbed soil so you do not typically find it in the woods. It typically grows around sidewalks, driveways, fields, etc.

[@punkhiker389]

Dont worry about the English , you speak great mate , also its part of the charm of your content .

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thank you lads :)

[@gravijta936]

...Never thought I'd see Lars with his pants down. Some things cannot be unseen! Lol

[@mpmansell]

I would have said that the ultimate 'one tool' is the brain and using it enough to avoid being in a survival situation :)

[@SurvivalRussia]

No no. The brain is "the most important tool" as I said a long time ago :) However, equipment is needed, especially -30C/-40C.

[@JamesBuell88]

Definitely. Lars always says number one tool for survival is your brain. Use it at home before you go out and everything after that is easier

[@ohmyshou1der]

I was half expecting him to say the brain :)

[@mpmansell]

In my experience, at -30C/-40C, the best equipment is a nice comfy sofa next to a well stocked fire, kettle and a good book :)

[@mpmansell]

@Shaskin Exactly. Planning, attention to forecasts, knowing your physical limits and never being too lazy to carry the kit that turns a potential emergency into a relatively comfortable, if unexpected, camp out, even though you will 'never need it' (until you do, of course :D ). Oh, and of course, knowing how to make a debris shelter using only a bottle opener and a shoelace on the side of a snow swept treeless mountain by training hard watching all those 'wonderful' youtube 'experts' who generously take time out from playing video games to give us the benefit of their hours of outdoor survival experience.... After all, preparation is everything :D

[@bushcraftnorthof6012]

I've made entire bow drill sets from one spruce tree. It works. LOL. The best "one tool" is a fully loaded rucksack. Axe, saw, knife or two, mess kit, cordage, shelter, layers, food, etc. Ha ha. I love to bushcraft, but travelling fast or in dire situations, gimme my kit. Gotta check out thise channels you recommended now. Take care, Lars.

[@Catonius]

Got my first Silky saw the other day, it really is a brilliant tool. Uncle Lars leading the way, thanks again for sharing your wisdom :'D

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thank you and Enjoy :) Don't cut yourself!

[@Catonius]

So far so good. ha ha

[@American_Heathen]

Which one did you get. I looked at the one Lars has been using Ultra 240 straight blade

[@WayPointSurvival]

Very good video. So true that the one tool option depends on the location, time of year and situation as well as the skill level of the person. And I really enjoy Shaskin's channel as well. You are a real friend to this community.

[@ericspratt3164]

I appreciate your willingness to help out other channels. You’re one of the good guys Lars.

[@bgtrev]

Always good to hear common sense being spoken something many armchair KZbin survivalists/bushcraft experts seem to have lost!

[@jeffreyyeip1915]

Lars, it's been 50 years since I've made a friction fire. Why couldn't you use one of the branches from the tree? It's already round so you don't have to whittle one out the the piece that you split. I've been watching your channel for awhile now. You are AWSOME!!!

[@practicalsurvivor693]

I first started my channel in hope I would carry a craft over the ages...my time waned short as well the interested. I still hope to post my series of my area's survival.

[@zattan2002]

I like the tomahawk option. It is lighter then a classic axe and the handle is removable, which is awesome. There are many ways to use it. It is also a very good weapon. It can easily be thrown with great accuracy. Some tomahawks are also a fully functionnal peace pipe or "calumet".

[@hillbillynick2000]

My favorite saw is a non folding pruning saw that I found on the side of the road! A tree trimmer lost it after a large storm. Similar in size to the Silky shown with the same angle grip. It has traditional teeth that I can sharpen. By Odin's beard I hate impulse hardened teeth!

[@Blueswailer]

Agreed on the context of the situation defining what tool is the most useful. Damn those wasps, always on the attack!

[@SurvivalRussia]

It was not super awesome :)

[@Blueswailer]

I can imagine! I haven't been stung in ages, gotten lucky. 10 years ago I was stung in my back by two bees simultaneously. That was decidedly un-awesome as well.

[@christopherellis2663]

I agree, right tool for the job, terrain, &c. The Hand Axe was the tool for myriads of years.

[@MichaelR58]

Lars , thanks for sharing and bringing us along . It looks warm there today , lots of sun , we have 35.5 C here today in Oklahoma I am already tired of the heat and it's not even summer yet . Ticks are bad this year too , oh well I'll suck it up and drive on and get it done anyway .

[@OKBushcraft]

Michael Ryan It's dry here too. In eastern Oklahoma they've been getting rain. We've been getting missed.

[@MichaelR58]

OKBushcraft ,yeah we were dry ,but had torrential rain yesterday, nice and humid today in central Oklahoma

[@OKBushcraft]

Michael Ryan We got sprinkles, not enough to settle the dust enough.

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

Subbed them both. :) BTW, on Spruce, I remember someone saying that it wouldn't make good tinder. I literally lit up soaking wet spruce bark with my ferro rod. It won't burn like cedar or poplar bark when soaking wet, but it will believe or not ember up and I used that embering bark to ignite a bird's nest so that's a little secret I found out while trying to spite someone for saying it couldn't be done.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Well done :)

[@MrChaes]

Great idea. Someone finally decided to add dates to the title. brilliant. i believe the piece on top of the spindle is 'thunderhead' in english

[@vicmichele2105]

I'LL HAVE TO PICK THE SYLKIE.HANDS DOWN. BUT TOGETHER A MATCH MADE ..IN THE BUSH. GREAT WORK.SIR...

[@latemcire8387]

I always appreciate your rational approach to outdoor survival. Keep up the good outdoor survival myth debunking!

[@davidmc8110]

I agree, and I have found a saw to be the most valuable overall, it can be a real work saver. In some areas the toughness of the trees makes it difficult to work with a hatchet.

[@mushercdn]

I think Lonnie would approve this video. Thanks for sharing.

[@SurvivalTheory]

The one tool option always confuses me, since I don't normally carry just one tool. Where I am in the world, my OKC Bolo knife would, I think, be my one tool option. Good for cutting, chopping, etc... But of course, the knife sheath has other items attached to it, making it a grab and go kit. Excellent video, keep up the good work!

[@maritimegardening4887]

Excellent video Lars and I could not agree more. Especially about the "big knife" fallacy, and how the time of year also factors in. This is literally the only channel that I find to give consistently practical and realistic advice (well, Lonnie @ FNB is also good). Thanks!

[@Wintertrekker]

Good forest chat about one of the eternal subjects. One of the "depends" for me is context. I have read many of the historical records here from northern Canada, where trappers/hunters went out all winter with axe and knife, no saw. In fact finding reference to a saw in the old northern trapping and hunting literature is rare. Saws back then were big heavy crosscut saws that also required files and setting tools to maintain. (light bowsaws and blades came into being much later in the modern era I think). Their historical and environmental context was a far north Boreal of mostly spruce, with most of the wood utilized for overwintering cabins being small diameter black spruce. The trappers could make a winter trap cabin, or series of cabins for their trails of 4 to 6 inch (10-15 cm) small spruce that they could also drag themselves without horses, all with the axe, and cut their stove wood with it. It was more work than having a saw for sure, but they had no saws, or at least they chose not to bring saws for their light travel, or perhaps they could not afford them at the trading posts? So I was raised in the traditional "axe mentality", but context-wise small spruce all winter was do-able with just an axe. The knife was essential for making new axe handles when the handle inevitably broke from the extreme use they put them through. The northerners here did not have hickory for axe replacement handles, so they used birch, and birch of course is inferior and will break eventually. I marvel at how tough and skilled the northern people in the old days, with just a trading post for manufactured goods, and everything else they made.

[@SurvivalRussia]

I agree on the saw "issue" and have touched upon this a while ago. My opinion is that the old timers and tribesmen would have carried saws if the high tech saws of today was available, which they of course not were :) Birch being inferior for axe handles is not entirely true. It also depends :) In this region here we have no hardwoods, so birch is what is used. I you know how to collect and cure the birch wood, then it is just as strong. Also the axe heads have slightly larger haft eyes than on hard wood axes. I will do some videos on this, as I have to make two axe handles soon. Anyway, in general terms, you just collect the right birch wood and then let it dry 1-2 years on the attic of your house. Slow drying so to speak. If it's dried fast close to the oven it will not be as strong :)

[@GaerHampton]

Well, for what it's worth, I know that you can make a friction fire with a hearth board and spindle both made out of pine....did that last week (I did use cedar for the bow, and I replaced the pine hand socket with a chunk of cottonwood bark because it worked nicer).

[@Alex96190]

that birch bark in the background looks SUPER tasty!

[@opotime]

For me the “one tool“ will be a knife... not because its the best, its the only tool i always carry. For others it will be a iPhone or Key's... maybe some videos on modify a key in the woods will be helpfull for some.(i used a key ones like a saw, without moding it) Have a great Day greatz from Germany

[@BillHalliwell]

G'day Lars, Another great video. Thank you. I'm no outdoors expert or bushcraft professor but in my opinion anyone who wants to risk their lives on going into the bush with 'one tool' has rocks in their head. If people can take an axe; or take a saw; or take a big 'batoning' knife then it's silly to think you wouldn't take a ferro rod and a lighter in your pocket and a little medical kit in another pocket. A big knife with a little knife around your neck or attached to the big knife covers just about anything. In your extreme climate, of course, you need to process tinder and large pieces of wood and do it quickly because it can be a matter of life or death. When you take your amazing sled into the snow you can have the luxury of taking a saw and a hatchet; even a felling axe if you want to. I can't manage Bergins or large backpacks anymore so I've put together smaller chest, back and belt rigs so that everything I might need to stay alive is on my person. It's better weight distribution too so I don't get fatigued yet still able to carry enough food, water and gear to keep me going for three days, or more. You're also right in that it depends on your location, weather, what you want to do and where you want to go. If I get separated from, or have to abandon, my Jeep then what I'm wearing will just about cover any unplanned event. Really like your videos and your common sense approach. P.S. I still don't get the 'spoon' carving or bow drilling obsessions... ;) Cheers, Bill

[@samsworldofrations6996]

Great shoutouts Lars, spread the love 👍

[@rldickie]

I've got a hatchet a saw and a million knives and my most used tool tends to be a rock. I lever bigger logs between trees and break up kindling with a rock. No cut fingers or severed arteries to worry about.

[@redsorgum]

One tool option, axe/hatchet, or tomahawk. Good stuff as usual Lars...👍👏 I think Silky needs to send some money your way.

[@germanredneck9019]

Wow, big respect Lars! It was awsome to see how fast you made that bowdrill work and how easy it looked how you made fire😅👍👍👍 Awsome job👍 Respect, GR🤘

[@galentaylorII]

Lars, I’m not an axe guy. I prefer my tomahawk. I affords me more options. Combined with a saw I think it is a great pair. In the woods of North Carolina I have needed nothing more. Just a small fixed blade. As you know the tomahawk is designed for the handel to be removed.

[@rc287]

Man Lars you need some deep woods off repellent. I know you don’t use it, but if it was me I’d spray all my clothes. Y’all have a lot of mosquitos there. Great video. I always have my silky saw and a hatchet with me when I go out to the woods.

[@juliannaaka-babayega8941]

Hi Lars. I did like the video. In my humble experience, the "one tool" has been experience; learning how to use different tools and 'knowing' which tool is best for which job. Some people will say the 'brain' or 'using your head' tra lalala...yah. Unless they get out and train as you have shown us and tell us on a regular basis, most people will not have the experience to 'choose' the right tool for the job. You are awesome in helping all of us realize that with your regular videos. Perhaps you and Mrs. SR could get together and do a spring video on planting, cooking with the potjke....or...just making a fire and sing khum-by-ah for us. Always an awesome day for me when you post a video. Thanks much for all your hard work.

[@stetsonhanson3544]

Getting it done, congrats Lars and Cheers!

[@joesoupcoxman]

Lars, my grandmother used to chew up some tobacco to use for a poultice on a wasp sting. I remember it working when I was a young lad.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thank you :)

[@tjenahoj]

Thanks. Interessting, I will add that to my "home remedy recepies" :)

[@pauln2661]

The one tool for survival. Knowledge.

[@alan_whoneedstiedye]

Thank you for your thoughts on the "One-tool" idea. Love your perspective. Wow on your friction fire craft!

[@samsworldofrations6996]

Agreed I have a bacho Laplander and a Hultafors axe. Will keep you going for a good night. Will upload a usage video soon 👍

[@alienphysics8592]

Lars, consider this mod for your SilkiSaw, take a large one apart ( drill out rivets ) and add a second smaller - finer toothed blade with the other then pop rivet it back together , it would be like a two blade pocket knife in principle .. I don't own any so I don't know it would be feasible or practical, be nice to have the option of fine versus coarse blades in a single handle ... As to the almost perfect cutting tool to have in MOST survival environments, I would select a somewhat long knife to be used as a chopper, thicker blade for chopping and prying, with a saw ground on its spine..... just my opinion .

[@rozilmer]

Hey Lars, you may carry some Bach Rescue Remedy Drops with you. They really do work great on Bugstings and Burns from a fire. Just put on a few Drops and repeat after 10 minutes or so. I really have very good expierience on waspstings and burns from a fire with them. In General they meant to be used internal or external for every physical or psycological traumatic Event. Keep on your good work . Greatings from Germany Jan

[@jamesortiz5388]

rozilmer good remedy. Just a quick rinse or dabbing with plain water will offer some relief. Thanks for the idea.

[@jamesortiz5388]

Just remembered a story to share Some friends said they had a bee hive to move. I said make some smoke with burlap. They came back and said they were stung. They found out it was a wasp nest!

[@skeledon]

Thank you very much Lars, I love your channel. You are awesome 😊 and I watched the video where used spruce and was successful, so I know for a fact if you say it can be done, then it can in fact be done 😊

[@shadowcastre]

The "one tool option" is a sales/marketing gimmick. A "one tool option" only happens when it's forced upon you. It's when you're in a situation and you only have one tool, any tool, and you have to make the best of it. I say be prepared and take multiple tools to the woods every time! Thanks for the video...

[@andrewsmith1606]

Great video. Agree with other comments, brain and healthy body is probably the best "one tool" in a survival situation. I love my Victorinox multi tool most of all. It's been the most useful bit of kit to date and has got me out of trouble many times. Horses for courses as the saying goes 😊

[@Toad_Hugger]

Awesome video as always Lars! I always forget how much I hate the bugs. Little things always fly up my nose or in my eyes. You'd think with me getting covered in their bodies, it'd deter the others from hanging around... I guess they don't think too much, though. I don't think I've ever gotten stung by a wasp. I'd think it'd hurt like a bee sting, but worse. I'll check out the channels you mentioned. I'd say the one tool you should never be without is your brain. Hard to do much without one ;)

[@Reaper4367]

G'day cobber :) . Great video showing not only the end success but the 'failure in the bow drill in the process. Though was it a failure? It did the job it was built to do. You do have a positive effect on quite few people from all walks of life and different nations around this beautiful planet. Thank you for regularly sharing yours with us. Cheers mate, Brett.

[@nwprimate6416]

Good stuff Lars! I think "it depends" is probably the best answer to the one-tool question that I've heard so far. As for being bored with friction fire ( 2:28 ) ... blasphemy! 😆

[@SurvivalRussia]

You are much better than me on friction fire :)

[@nwprimate6416]

🙂 I'm honored that you remember me, and appreciate the compliment. You've got me smiling, but of course specialization comes at a cost, and my overall outdoor skills aren't nearly as well-rounded as yours. Thanks for sharing all of these lessons over the years.

[@3rednecknittygritty933]

Great work Lars...still every time watchin you with them skeeters...lol...makes me itch!

[@mikef3808]

"The more you know, the less you carry" Mors Kochanski

[@quinnwarman5139]

Good to see you show how it can be done wen others say it cannot that's y you shud all ways look around don't just believe the first vid you see

[@william_scott_mn1233]

Thank you Lars/ Sensei

[@crimsonbear9336]

One tool?.... knowledge.... Just my thoughts. Thanx my friend for another GREAT VIDEO!

[@mapispecapac]

Totally agree with your 2 cents about one survival tool.

[@mariannemerkus4642]

Thanks Lars great video greetings Jan

[@jamesortiz5388]

That sounded like a meadow lark bird while you were harvesting the sprue. Thanks for the interesting video Lars.

[@Shooter11B]

Lars, as far as the mythical one tool option goes, personally I would choose the big knife. Now, I totally reject the concept out of hand as it is, so I never have to worry about it, LOL. I am thinking that Silky has a chance to fill a hole in this market by making a saw with a combo edge. Lets say they make a saw that is about 14 inches in length that has a sharp, knife section of about three inches at the tip and the rest is saw teeth. THAT would solve so many problems and make a tool that much more useful, the blade section could extend beyond the handle when folded with it's own little sheath for protection. I am surprised that they have never done it or someone else has not done it. I should patent the idea before it is too late, LOL.

[@kan-zee]

Great JOb 💪 😎 👍 🔥 Can you demo the Difference between a Rounded Spindle (drill shaft) to a rough cut (not so perfect rounded) spindle for the friction fire..cheers

[@throatnotchingtroutzzz6789]

Nice. Though that I will proberbly not ever bother work with my self. These bow drills. Many do though. Found Shaskin's channel in your comment some time ago, and I like it. Will check the other out too. Cool, that you share. Nice day!!

[@nikitabelic7757]

Awesome video as always 👍 Thanks for new channels recommendations

[@prophilactic]

it depends, does seem to be the best answer to most questions.

[@coydogoutdoors]

I like to try out multiple tools just in case and also primitive tools as well which is a big pain at times but great to just in case

[@orafaelnl]

For closed jungle it's by far the machete. Latin style, 1.7 to 2.2mm thick, high carbon steel (great spring/won't fracture), from 12 to 18'', in my opinion preferably 14 (broader head) or 16 (more balanced design). Can clear path, work wood (green and light specially but not only) and work as a knife (specially if you apply different grinds in each blade section). Also the best tool for self-defense if you sharpen the tip.

[@miniwetwegrow8564]

Lars Master of Survival !! Good work :)

[@nomadicoasis9260]

Thanks Lars.

[@kosmonautik639]

Really awesome funky way to promote other channels

[@EdwardKowalski]

An axe/hatchet and a saw is indeed a good one tool option. ;)

[@ericcorse]

Great video Lars you can't beat the green up after a long winter. We had a ax/hatchet about that size it was extremely handy especially burning wood, big enough to be useful but not so big to get in the way. Are there wild strawberries in you area it looked like some around 8.5 minutes. Oh, another miracle you did something that was not possible.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Yes we have loads of wild strawberries here :) Thank you.

[@BlackDragonWitheHawk]

two tools for the swiss alps: a survival blanket (Rettungsdecke) and a good Victorinox with at least a saw...

[@MOOSEDOWNUNDER]

Bloody bugs and critters eating poor Lars to death, lol, got to love the North in Summer :-) one tool choice is the hardened brain and the rest speaks for itself as you have mentioned on many occasions friend, horses for courses. Cheers Moose.

[@JoeOutdoors]

That is an image that will be hard to erase, thanks for that nightmare Lars ;>) Please do not do that again, you will scare people away!! Nice work on the bow drill, Thank You!

[@airborneinfantrynstuff489]

Great video as always Lars👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@songman0]

Brain is really number one tool, but all dependence what is in memory well. For start from scratch first is to find a good solid quartz stone to make a stone blade and to make stone axe. If we back to past, revolution in human is started when humans discover how to made quartz knife, then quartz needle ( to make a protection suit for all kind flying bugs and weather conditiobs) and stone axe (i,ve have one and i think that is from hard sand mable) and whern you see hole aproxx 10 to 12 mm diameter which is made for a handle for hunting. Latter is coming a arrows and bows. And we here now with a waist tool combinations. What to choose is really hard questions but trouble always come when it is not called.

[@Myn6211]

Ouch! I felt that. Sure hope you didn't have any further reaction to that wasp sting. Very "sage" advice Lars. While it is nice to think there is a "one size fits all," answer you are very correct in saying that your tools of choice depend upon the circumstance. I know I never leave home with only one option in my pack or on my belt. Great advice.

[@Julian-bq9qv]

Hope you recover from the sting - you should perhaps carry antihistamine tables to help combat the reaction and maybe even one of those anti-sting swabs. You are The Man!

[@dennisobrien3618]

I subscribed to Sergey's Vyatka Hunter channel on your recommendation even though I only understand about 2-3 words of the Russian language. I'll have to check out those channels you mentioned.

[@bearbushcraftuk5848]

Awesome video as always my friend 👍👍

[@mikeboone4425]

Lars, you have my permission to wear the bug net during the eating season I all ready now what you look like .

[@detroitredneckdetroitredne6674]

Great video my brother very cool you gave a shout-out to the little channels

[@nilesdelta8636]

1 combo tool the silky axe knife. Or the knawaxe . Yeah .

[@erichagler7842]

my favor one tool option .... cool calm thought processes ..... using your head is your best tool , all the rest just help you out ....

[@SurvivalRussia]

That is partly true, but at -30C/-40C you will need some equipment to keep your brain warm :) As I say "The brain is the most important tool for survival."

[@erichagler7842]

that was truly what i meant , i through this out there to spark up comments about that exact point. knowing what you are about to embark on or just every day activities what do you have on you or you bring with you over your normal EDC , ( every day carry ) , my self it is a small size locking blade pocket knife, ferro rod and a signal whistle. any thing else would be chosen when planning my activity , day hike, overnight or several nights ..... and most important the area you are traveling to .... ie: water .....food .... and proper gear for that particular area you are going to and season..... PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COMMENT ON THIS SUBJECT ....

[@American_Heathen]

Lars where are you? I hear your voice. That cammo your wearing is really good at hiding you 😁

[@pastoramoscarmichael5986]

Lars my friend,always good material, and video,it is funny when you get over a 1000 likes and a few not,guess everyone is not as positive as we are, thanks again

[@Blakehx]

Love your videos! Great stuff as always, thanks! You speak English almost as well as I do and it's my only language! :)

[@fredthorne9692]

I'll be sure to check the shout outs. Wasp stings, honey, NaHCO3, vinegar, or a wet aspirin.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Interesting. Thank you Fred :)

[@vikingbrowski3718]

you are so right. where you are and what season it is determines what you should bring, or need most.

[@daveslifeover65]

I love this video Lars. Good work. Hey when you get a chance lets see the family, looks like the pink ninja is getting big. Also let see the new baby and the wife again. Pretty soon you can take them on an over night again. Dave (Daves life over 65)

[@2laughandlaugh]

Awesome.....

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

Good one for sure. Thx buddy

[@Wolshanze]

Great video as all ways Lars but very late for an upload for you on a weekend. As you usally do one in the afternoons ect..

[@nathanbirks8876]

The one tool you always have with you is your mind. It contains your knowledge from study and memory from practice. Properly "sharpened" this tool can magnify the value of whatever other tools you have at your disposal. No physical tool has much value without knowledge of its application... so get out and train!

[@Mr71paul71]

one tool option in the UK ? for me would be a British army golok machete, there very heavy duty, will cut all the fire wood needed for smaller fires most likely to be needed in the UK. and they can be used for all other cutting tasks. light to carry and easily fits in a back pack, easy to sharpen. and add a good pocket knife then you have a good system that will look after you in most situations. cheap too you should get hold of one and give it a test now summer is there in Russia and your English is far better than my Russian and Ukrainian

[@davidwilliams8278]

Ahhhh... Lars! You’re killing me! Now the Silky Ultra XL 240 is by far your favorite medium sized saw? Now I’ve gotta get one to add to my GomBoy 240 curved!!! Great video as always. Love the channel

[@MrSIXGUNZ]

You always think outside the box my friend 😇 🇺🇸

[@tjsmyth1741]

What do you think about a knife edge on the top section of your saw blade? Just thinking about my rule of at least 3 functions for all my kit items. Stay safe my friend and enjoy the season until the bugs show up.

[@haraldthi]

Tj Smyth Would it be functional? A saw blade like this is rather thin, and I think it’d make a rather horrible knife. Some times rules and principles don’t do you any service. So I’m more a fan of bringing things that I will use much of the time, relative to its weight, than collecting functions.

[@spacemanmoe5622]

Ya baby, good bow drill fire. D.A. will send camping tool in a week or so, also something to help with the bush flies. Love the channel.

[@SurvivalRussia]

Thank you "Moe" :)

[@vinniedayhikerb4977]

Wise words.

[@REAPERMILITIAOUTDOORS]

Right on Lars agreed all day.🤘🤘 That wasp gotcha good. Good thing you saw the ant village before you made it your seat lol.

[@fumasterchu12]

Good choices for sure, sucks that wasp had to ruin the party. We are over run with wasps out here, it's a constant barrage in the spring through fall. I just keep clearing them out and they keep coming back. lol