I waited 8 months to film this for You

I waited 8 months to film this ancient Bushcraft technique for you guys. After waiting all spring and summer, here is an update on the traditional Hedge laying that I did back in the Winter months. Hedgelaying is a traditional craft that takes part over a number of years. It involves partially cutting a tree, folding it over but making sure there is enough outer bark and cambium layer for the tree to still move nutrients up and down to the root system. Once spring arrives the sap rises and the folded tree begins to grow new vertical shoots, creating a dense hedge after 3-4 years.
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[@glorfendell2967]

Must be so rewarding to see the progress and to connect with your heritage. Doing a task that someone was doing 1000 years ago is an incredible experience.

[@TAOutdoors]

It really is! Something very therapeutic about it.

[@the_rover1]

I, as a student on prehistoric archaology, fully agree. I knapp stones like our ancestors did until about 3000 years ago, and have created some prehistoric weapons like throwing spears and tested them, although nowhere being as fit and trained as an athlete or professional. I created pottery in various neolithic to iron age traditions and tried cooking actual meals (stews with lentils, beans, seasonal wild herbs and such) or brew makeshift beer from yeast, wheat and herbs in them. I tried making beads and other decorations from antler and bone, but failed so far since I wasn't satisfied with the outcome. next year, I hopefully will carry out my most ambitious project so far: a neolithic flint sicle from scratch, created with authentic tools and materials I will have to gather and assemble myself, while documenting everything for a report during the creation process. it will take loads of research and thought process, and I hope my tool will be able to carry out some subsequent practical use experiments (i.e. sicle shining development, blunting development, harvest quantity, etc.). this summer I have helped out fixing some deteriorating wooden house structures that were built 18 years ago based on research data from neolithic sites in central europe (Schletz, lower austria). we exchanged rotten pillars and renewed the overall structural integrity of the building, plus renewing the mud thatched walls. we used modern tools on that, though, due to time issues. fascinating stuff indeed, let me tell you that.

[@HAYAOLEONE]

It's humbling too. What they did without our tools and transportations.

[@outamym1nd695]

@@TAOutdoors hey man idk if you know about the KZbin scam bots from telegram. But you might need to address everyone so they don't fall for the scam. Anything from telegram is a scam

[@RustyShackleford_]

I think this every time I eat. Incredible.

[@cannonball7984]

That intro with the music, rain, and images of leaves with rain dripping of them literally filled my body with endorphins. I love England. I wish everybody else did too.

[@DanDavisHistory]

Wonderful to see these ancient traditions continuing. Lovely work.

[@andyfunke9484]

Have done this with willow, they're nearly impossible to kill, and they make a great hedge. Super flexible, easy to weave back into itself, and extremely durable as a fence. Thanks for showing us your efforts to keep on ancient technique alive. Cheers. 👋🇨🇦

[@ToddFillingim]

As an American, I've only seen really old hedges on a trip to France but I've always been interested in how they are made. This is fascinating to me. Thanks!

[@bobmcelroy7289]

Loved seeing the progress of a procedure, used by our elders, and showing we don't necessarily need to try and improve by using manmade materials!

[@12BlockTokie]

I've been waiting for this update, I learned something. Thank you for posting it and please continue to update us on this project. Thanks again ! ~ 12 Block Tokie ~ Detroit, Michigan USA

[@js8333]

FANTASTIC

[@ajda1947]

Bravo!!! Most interesting and informative video, never seen anything like it! Thanks 🙏

[@me-l-9910]

Beautiful! Almost a year with the woodland, amazing. An anniversary montage will be a treat, looking forward to it. It's a joy to see your passion bearing such fruit. Thanks for spreading your joy of nature, Mike! ❣

[@MrLandphill]

I can not think of one video that you have put out that was not great, thanks for the time you put into bringing great content to your viewers.

[@TAOutdoors]

Many thanks!

[@Qwertyuiopclub]

Well said This is a good man and so is his Dad 💪🏻👍👋

[@madshad3351]

This is great. Watching it for years, cultivating it. Truly amazing stuff. I've heard of this practice. Even huts being made from weaving living trees together. Thank you TA.👊

[@guus6541]

Mike you are doing an awesome job, from bushcrafter to nature conservationist!

[@brianhorner6340]

Wow!! I can’t believe it’s been 7-8 months already!! Loving the fact that you lets us join you on your amazing journey and also that I’ve learned a lot from you! Thank you so much!! Spending a few hours with TA Outdoors is defo on my bucket list!!

[@NoreastWhips]

Thanks for the vid, Mike! Treasure these moments with your dad, and that little dog, great memories. Godspeed on your journey! ~Steve.

[@RichardT2112]

Brilliant - reminds me of this: If there's a bustle in your hedgerow, don't be alarmed now It's just a spring clean for the May Queen ...

[@Adam_Davies]

I’ve been waiting for this video…. I’m doing the very same technique at my country park where I work! 🙌

[@andreabrunkow9314]

How's your project going? I hope you're having success! 😀

[@Chiamex]

This was a nice surprise. I was also recently wondering how the hedge was coming along. Looks good with great promise for the future.

[@TAOutdoors]

Glad to have covered it!

[@j.k.photography3664]

I'm glad there are still people who want to keep the old ways of doing things alive. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@frittomix]

This looks both brutal and caring at the same time. This is bushcrafting on another level. Love it!

[@campgiant2392]

It wasn't until I owned land of my own and watched it change that I really appreciated what nature is capable of. I love beech trees too: Even in the coldest months of winter they keep their leaves and they tremble in the wind all winter long. It's a lovely reminder of what was and what will be come spring.

[@jeffreysharp8526]

Fifty years ago, one could still see some of this in Germany but, it was so old that I didn't think it was man made. Personally, I would love to have written instructions (a book?) on your efforts. Thank you for teaching us of ancient methods.

[@GentlemanBystander]

Wonderfully shot, wonderfully educational, an absolutely lovely video, thank you.

[@prestongilbert4199]

You are gifted teacher, great videographer, enchanting musical score adaptor and just a plain nice guy.. The channel has evolved and is now one of my favorites. Add to that your dad and its a winner. I watched The Outsider for the same reasons I do you. Sadly the loss of his dad this last summer was very painful.for him and all of us. Keep your dad healthy !!!!!!!! I am saying this as a 71 year dad of 3 adult children.

[@Warriorbox]

It is lovely to see the results of your labours. This channel has matured very well. I am enjoying your woodland life.

[@old-moose]

This is an outstanding video in an outstanding series. Thanks for taking us along for your wonderful journey.

[@ingeleonora-denouden6222]

Very well! I love how you do and document (and show us) this ancient technique!

[@jphanks]

The oak trees! So beautiful. King Charles has made his own living hedges, too. Such a functional art form.

[@d2twice391]

I love the woodland series and learning how woodland were manage for varied uses. This is not something we think much about now.but if a family needed to rely on it they would need to understand how it works

[@JoanneFong]

I've seen gardening shows notch standing trees like this - to encourage growth in one particular branch, you can place a notch above it. You can also place a notch below a branch to slow the growth. It's neat to see it applied in this way. Thanks for sharing the update, I can't wait to see it next year!

[@richjoebushcraft]

Absolutely beautiful work! That sort of work is rare here in the US, but I love seeing it in photos and videos from your side of the pond.

[@jaymeswheeler]

You are a great steward to your land. Owning some acreage myself with my family it's amazing to see how much you can do on your own or just with your pops help

[@TAOutdoors]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@MrAndyhull]

Great update. Really interesting to see progress over the summer. One thing you don’t mention is that 4 months of that time were in drought conditions, that can only have held back growth, making the progress all the more impressive. Keep up the great work!

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Mike . 🐺

[@eugeneerrera4987]

I am somewhat of a new sub, but I have watched a good number of days back to back content of yours. It is so inspiring and intriguing, but the best part has been the woodland life. Love to see more of this respect and love for the land and animals. Love from SA.

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks, welcome to the channel!

[@ConnieHirsch]

Just loved seeing this followup! Those hedges are coming along well -- it will be nice to see them adorned with snow and ice this winter, and coming up green in the spring, too!

[@tyzz3r.h]

I knew just by the thumbnail what we was doing today honestly you are one of the best people to watch on KZbin you don't need to talk just you the woods and your skills is absolutely great keep going

[@shaunburton1112]

loving watching you care for and enjoy your new woodland bud, hope to see the TA Outdoors' 'I bought my own woodland...10 years on' video some day

[@jurriaandejongh8677]

I love these episodes, with more a focus on nature and history. It really helps me feel reconnected and reinvigorated. Cheers!

[@Nyctophora]

Amazing! I always used to spot these in the wild as it were as a child, the process fascinated me. You are building for now and for the future.

[@T_B]

Wow!! 8 months already? Time is flying by. Love your content, from Houston, Tx.

[@SurvivalTheory]

That's cool stuff. When i was in Costa Rica I noticed that most of the fencing was thick and living, much like what you did. It was very effective, sturdy, and long term.

[@graceygrumble]

I love that you experimented. Some ancient wisdom is hogwash and some is actually ... wisdom! We are all wiser, now. Well done for putting the work in. I already have that fire anchor, with hook and mini grill. Quality kit, for those who are unsure.

[@shirleychase1033]

Thank you for the update. I had never seen a hedge put down and was fascinated that you did one. Keep up the good work.

[@fnln544]

Mike, You are quite the conservator of your land. Blessings to you, your father and family. Thanks!

[@Lanabananas102]

Thank you so much for taking me with you. Love watching the progress....I can almost smell the air.

[@TAOutdoors]

Thanks Lana

[@SamuelRiveraFilms]

Incredible growth especially considering the dry weather

[@andrewgivens4503]

Love your channel! Your so blessed to still have your father ya'll work so well together!

[@germanprepper21]

Great video! Get prepping guys, tough times ahead 👍 🙏

[@TAOutdoors]

Cheers 👍🏻

[@ltjakedunbar6733]

Thank you for giving me (us) something to watch that is aspirational, as opposed to what we see happening everyday in this world of ours which is so depressing. I really like that you and your Dad do so much together. Keep it up.

[@peterwolf2497]

Excellent that you are practicing the ART of hedge laying and videoing the progress, I was lucky enough as a child to live in an area where there was still plenty of laid hedges around fields or dry stone walls, the farmers had resisted the urge to rip out natural hedges in the process of enlarging fields.

[@damogranheart5521]

They were wise to leave them. Hedges prevent erosion from the wind and the rain.

[@spencersanderson1894]

Hi Mike, looking great!! I really love you’re looking after the environment whilst on your journey, it’s fantastic! Can I just say, if you trim your hedge back down to the height of the binders next autumn, that will really help thicken your hedge up! Take care, Spencer.

[@mariemedina257]

Cool. Enjoy your videos, from Denver Colorado USA

[@wolf_of_odin1602]

The best thing I love about your channel over other bush crafting channels is that your educational to a a point where my kids love sitting down and watching your channel and learning and then going outside and trying. You actually show and teach. Thankyou for getting my kids outside. Please keep your channel family friendly and educational.

[@rebeccamunoz4596]

Very satisfying to see the growth of hedge. 🤗❤👍thanks for sharing

[@macjameson1930]

MIKE! Bravo, it looks bright and is filling out well! Your grandchildren will bless you for this!

[@toyfreaks]

I love your serene, quiet intros. Good lead-in to the vibe of your channel. Maybe start a Patreon campaign for a Trail Cam time-lapse? I'd even watch a streaming webcam! 🙂

[@coconutfleetsleeper5717]

I love it♡♡♡ caring for a woodland is such a beautiful thing, it's preservation of heritage, the way to make sure your children and your children's children might get a a chance to live, love and learn of the high one get from nature. -a bud about to bloom in the history of man. xD♡♡♡

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

I love your hedge. It’s organic and beautiful 🐝🤗❤️

[@martybartfast1]

Now that is what I call a Great Video. The Old Ways have power, knowing that power gives you power. Fuel, building materials, arrow shafts, boundary setting, food... the list goes on and on. I love the progress; and the awareness of where there was less. Now all that is needed; is patience, and some pruning, guiding... you know, just that TAOutdoorsiness. You are on the right path. True woodsmanship Sir! Well Done indeed. m out

[@debketelsen3742]

Trees are magical in what they do to heal and keep growing. I have an 80 ft soft maple tree in my back yard. It is estimated at 115 years old. The house next door had a fire that destroyed a porch and part of the house. The flames shot up the entire height of the tree and the bushes next to it. I was so afraid it was killed. Within 2 weeks there were new leaves growing over the entire tree. The lilac bushes that bloomed in April bloomed again and grew hundreds of new leaves, Thank you for the link to the fire cooking gear.

[@Tallness1000]

I really appreciate being able to see the progress. Love the wildlife!

[@richardburguillos3118]

It is amazing. Make you wonder who first thought about this technique. That “What if…” moment that made them think to partially cut and bend over a tree…. Thanks for sharing the progress.

[@SwirlingSoul]

I think it is awesome you are putting this hedge laying into practice, and have us see how it works. I had been looking forward to this update, and I'm very happy with it! This was highly enjoyable to watch and I will keep following to see what else happens with this hedge and woodland. I wonder when you see animals living in it. (The hedge) and I wonder, will you cut some of these every year to add laying down layers? weaving new shoots in and out for strength? I will love to see the color change happening too. If there's anything I love it's red leaves, but that doesn't always happen. It's beautiful in any colors though. 🥰

[@TAOutdoors]

Yes, will be adding more binders over the years and of course I will show the change in colour of the leaves. Keep an eye out for end of October for the proper change!

[@SwirlingSoul]

@@TAOutdoors I will! 😊

[@matthewpovey2025]

Very hopeful mate

[@private15]

You have become what my dad was. A volunteer park warden. Many small 1/2 acre pieces of land set aside for nature preserve where I grew up. My mom and dad worked hard to support and protect the natural areas around where they had an orchard. 🇨🇦

[@alansimmonds9030]

Good job...You seem very relaxed & chilled there indeed.

[@ScottMitchell2]

Great to see you posting sir! Bless you and the fam

[@ArielleViking]

Wonderful results, I too have been waiting to see this. Now waiting to see the Fall color changes in your forest. 👍

[@JReed305]

I had been wondering lately how the hedge was doing, nice to see the update. I imagine you will probably go back this winter and do some tweaks to it.

[@Zanaze_banane]

Great to see, Mike. Just think, another month and you could've given us a baby!

[@CleoHarperReturns]

Well worth the wait. This is the education I've always wanted. So glad you're willing to share your woodland with us! In just another month or two I'll have my own woods and your videos help so much to push me in the right direction on my own adventures. Thanks so much for all you give Mike!

[@BourneOutside]

This was a fantastic watch. I truly enjoyed watching and learning from this, good sir! Soaking up your knowledge and experience.

[@lemansfrance2678]

I am proud of the work that you have done this Summer. Can’t wait to see how this looks next year.

[@alanpurdy703]

Thanks for the progress report. Great feeling to see your own work succeed. Love the woodland being brought up between Chopwell woods , and the Burnwoods which was a private woodland.

[@alexwat5433]

From my experience in the woods, first year you don't see that much growth in the vegetation but after two or three years it gets very satisfying.

[@h.h.legacydiesel6724]

Fantastic....I love this method of living hedge management 😍 thanks for sharing 👍

[@eric81872]

Thank you for the video!🤩👍♥.

[@briandavenport7554]

Neat hedge. I enjoyed your video.

[@EXPLOREWITHME.]

I love the fence u made with them. It so cute

[@jamesellsworth9673]

THANK YOU for reviving and expanding peoples' interest in hedge-laying. Forest management is poorly understood in even the suburban areas of the United States.

[@neilhardy8211]

It is peaceful and back to nature love your attitude to learning and passing it on to us big thanks .

[@shawngordon1563]

it's amazing what you and your dad have done with the woodland in under a year I hope this is something you can leave to your kids and then there kids and on and on

[@nullgravity2583]

The hedgelaying videos have been my favourite of this series

[@PotionsMaster666]

Didn't know this side of the bushcraft world .... Quite wholesome and awesome ❤️

[@yvonnebailey9973]

Thanks for sharing, very interesting to see how living hedge is growing. Take care.

[@Indigenous-English-Man]

Ever since watching you edge lay I’ve noticed it on my hikes a lot now in the Peak District. Some of it looks really old. And this winter I’m going to have a go at also laying my own hazel and blackthorn I have at the bottom of my garden with the hopes of taking down the fence one day and having a natural barrier. Quality video as always sir.

[@dannygrissom754]

Great to see how things are progressing!! Great job!!

[@mattshaffer5935]

Really enjoyable! I’m very happy to see your good progress! Thanks so much for your hard work!

[@judebrown4103]

A fascinating watch Mike. Those straight shoots coming up from the main stool will make lovely walking sticks. You could carve the handles and sell them, be a great income stream. Love a hazel walking stick. Beautiful pictures, as ever. 👍

[@johnwyman5939]

Hey , That's turning out very nice ! Nice job !! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🪓🔪👍👍

[@edwardfletcher7790]

This video is FASCINATING 👍😆 Thank you...

[@green9543]

Nice 👌 your dad and you have done a fantastic job 👌enough said 👍

[@outamym1nd695]

Good stuff mate. It's been a long time, hope things are going good for you

[@EXPLOREWITHME.]

Beauty's everywhere 😍

[@DJTheMetalheadMercenary]

Looking great!!! That is some beautiful land. Cheers!!! Looking forward to the next one.

[@prairieprepper]

I'm so glad to have found this update! Looks wonderful. Winter is just ending where I am in Canada, and hedgelaying is rarely practiced here, so I'm going to experiment with a short length of hedge where the fence is falling apart here!

[@kostasnikolopoulos8226]

Excellent job

[@TheAntsNest]

The resilience of trees is quite phenomenal, as you said the tree has gone into "survival mode". Great info & channel, ty for sharing ur knowhow

[@313BTJ]

I've watched a few of our video and love what you do, your living my dream life 😁 keep up the great work and videos.