The School of the Longhunter, Prickett's Fort | REENACTING | HISTORY |

[@jamesmetzler2031]

Peter, your cinematography was far more than a feeble attempt. Watching this video was like a trip back in time. That fort is one of the coolest little forts I have ever seen.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Your very kind, James, thank you. It is a pretty awesome site and sitting on a beautiful spot.

[@MrRufusjax]

I'm from not too far from there. It's amazing the 18th century history of the area, Fort Duquesne, Fort Necessity, Fort Steuben, Yellow Creek Massacre, Fort Henry, Whiskey Rebellion. The area is so rich with 18th century history and amazing stories.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed, your area is literally steeped in History. It is my plan to visit many of the sites you mention next year.

[@MrRufusjax]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I remember being taken to these places by my grandparents 35-40 years ago. I don't think I really had a full appreciation of this history and the significance for our country until I was much older. Those guys during that time period put it all on the line and risked everything.

[@kathymoll7010]

You were definitely in your element. I love learning history, especially living history. Happy you got to share your time with us. How fascinating.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Actually, Kathy, I feel more in my element when surrounded by historians than at any other time.

[@FrontierTradingCompany]

It was great meeting you, thank you again for the interview! Hope you enjoyed your trip to the US, I look forward to our paths crossing again!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And you Alex,trust me the pleasure was all mine. See you down the trail.

[@ramrod2314]

Hello Peter. Fellow Canadian woodsman here. Great info, not many historical Reenactors here in the land of the Nipissings, I and another gent are slowly building our persona up here and have trouble finding good resources in which to build on. Thanks for sharing the links. We enjoy the era of when "Fur was King" and birch bark canoes traveled the rivers and lakes.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is hard to find anyone down here as well, that is interested in living history. Lots of military reenact ours but, few who get out and live it. If I can help you in your journey, please don’t hesitate to contact me by email.

[@markphillips9621]

Foreigner!!. Im from Pennsylvania. You are no foreigner because you are our brother from the north. God Bless.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I thank you sir for the kind words.

[@8626John]

Looks like a great time, Peter. Thanks for bringing it to us.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was a grand affair … so many knowledgeable characters!

[@kentcostello5286]

I love seeing and seeing our history being kept up. Love it all .

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I agree, Kent, and it’s really nice to see younger people picking up the torch! Thanks for your interest.

[@davidmoeller370]

I was fortunate enough to attend the 2nd School of the Longhunter and also the 3d. I still have some of the notes I kept during the talks, one of which was given by Mark Baker. Loved those times, some of the best days of my life.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I can see why you enjoyed that, those are some fantastic courses. It would appear that I will be a presenter at the 2025 School.

[@victortuten4399]

You did just fine Peter, good video (with editing done by Cathy I am sure!), and a great promotion! Dare I mention the fact that I already have tomatoes, corn, beans, and peas planted in the garden? Of course if you follow golf you can see my weather by watching the Masters. It's not so nice today! I thank you for promoting some fellow enthusiasts. I may have to add Frontier Trading Company to favorites.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Cathy did indeed doing the editing, Victor. As to the garden, well, you darn not, lol. Watch out for falling trees in your parts, I heard on the radio of one falling on the golf course.

[@victortuten4399]

@@TheWoodlandEscape We have had a LOT of rain and high winds. No trees have fallen around the home but one snapped behind the house. A big pine the 20 inch bar doesn't cut all the way through. More wood for the fire!

[@stephencritchley9355]

Fascinating. Must have been a real eye opener to many. When the members (yourselves included) decide to adopt an era you sure go the whole hog and events like this highlight any deficiencies in interpretation which can then be rectified. What it makes me realise is that if the pioneers put up with these hardships you highlight, some requiring them to 'fort up' to just survive, how bad were the conditions they left behind in Europe? Well, I guess they succeeded big time. Keep the stories & history coming - I'm slowly learning.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Europe was a horrible place in the 18th century but, most had to buy their passage by contracting into indentured service for 7 years, basically slavery. Once completed they headed to the frontier where there was free land.

[@hayward434]

Wish I could have been there. Happy Easter from all your Maritime fans.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And a happy Easter to you, Hayward.

[@lancehenderson7249]

This is one of the best videos you and Kathy have done, the history was fantastic as well as the fiddle. Never realized there was so many people into this. Be damned if I could have stayed in one of those small cabins. Love the sale that went on with the wing bone turkey call. Thank-you. Keep your powder dry

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Well thank you kindly, Lance. It was indeed an gay out time.

[@karlharrelson1091]

I will get up there one year soon. Having an ancestor who was a longhunter is very inspiring and has steered me into this lifestyle. It was great to see Alex there. I' ve been following him a couple years now and hope to see more of his excellent videos. This school sounds like quite an adventure and one I shouldn't miss. Thanks for the peek behind the fort walls. Seeya there soon!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Alex will be putting stuff out again as soon as he’s finished college. He’s one month away from graduation. You should definitely get out to event, I had a hoot.

[@doughoback5226]

There is always one more thing to learn. Looks like that would be a blast.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I figure , if we’re not learning we’re dead.

[@doughoback5226]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Amen

[@jeffgrier8488]

It certainly looks like you had a great time and met some great people! I hope to make it there one day. Thanks for taking the time to make the video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You should definitely try, Jeff, it is a great event.

[@paulrobinson3528]

1st at last lol. Just finished work on a Good Friday and Woodland escape pop's up. Now sitting down with a beer and enjoying, thank you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That sounds like a good idea … a tankard of ale might be in my future this evening.

[@paulrobinson3528]

@@TheWoodlandEscape A Tankard? That sounds like 2 beers 🤣

[@TomCramer-xu8tx]

Thanks for posting this! Great place, great history!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is indeed Tom. Outstanding event.

[@jimf1964]

Phew, I’m glad to hear you got along there. When I learned the fort was in the states, I was worried you would spend the whole time in the stockade for being a Britt! 😂. Looks like one hell of a trip. What a fort!! Just amazing. You mentioned how hardy the people were. Re-enactors may have an idea, but even so, I don’t think any of us can begin to imagine the difficulties, and how resilient our ancestors were. The natives were tough as hell too, of course, but they were here for thousands of years, and grew up in it, but the homesteaders came from far away, to a new place, to build from nothing, and often living far far away from anyone else, or any help, and many with the very real threat of being attacked while working, no modern medicine, etc….. so so removed are we.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Your absolutely right, Jim, we pale by comparison.

[@modee-b9s]

That's some lively fiddle work! Great video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It sure is, Larry is a very talented man.

[@michaelbarry4749]

Hi Peter, looks like everyone is relaxed and having a great time. Nice video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was a grand event indeed, Michael.

[@laurelhemmer610]

I fell in love with the time period growing up going to the pioneer festival in my hometown in Belvidere, IL. Now I get to be an interpreter at our scout base in NM at Philmont in a mountain man camp, and teach scouts about tomahawks, muzzleloaders, and fur trapping and I couldn't be happier. One of the reenactors from my area passed away this year and his brother was selling some of his old gear, so I was able to get a chest of items to kickstart my collection. I'm excited to show it off this summer!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Good for you, you’ll love the hobby as it has a very welcoming community. I too love the era of the 18th century.

[@marsewolfe3989]

Great overview of Pricketts Fort. Spent many good times there with friend's in camp, on the trail and "friends around the hearth." It was good to see Larry at the end still striking up a tune on the fiddle, miss ya brother. From here in The Tennessee country, Lee "Scout" Wolfe Yes, I'm still alive!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Just returned from the 30th anniversary of the school and it was amazing.

[@claudeoverstreet8791]

Peter, very well done! A real pleasure to spend time with you. Welcome to the COHT!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The pleasure was all mine Claude. Hope to see you down the trail someday.

[@ianandresen2326]

That was great! love those little cabins! I'm almost able to get my little trailer out of the woods! The snow is almost gone, so the driveway is almost passable. Then, I will load the trailer with all the tidbits of steel that I collected and make the trip to your place. I also now have weekends off again, which helps!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Ian and we look forward to your visit.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I thought I had you on messenger but,apparently not. Just a thought, Cathy and I are hosting the 49th Regiment on April 21, 22 & 23 . Live shooting Brown Bess’s , drilling etc. Good food, good times and you are more than welcome to join us. I believe we have 12 coming. Food is taken care of. Sorry to sent this in a public format. If you want further details email me at. [e-mail].

[@terrynoraturner1848]

Thank for the video and for the Coalition of Historical Trekkers link.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Great group that are working to keep history alive.

[@martinmeltzer2696]

Hey Peter! OUTSTANDING! I am glad that you went and had such a good time that you will be returning! Really enjoyed the interviews.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It’s quite easy when your interviewing such interesting characters.

[@CaptRons18thcentury]

Did school of the long hunter in 2006, great event, have not visited Prickett's since 2008, used to go every year at Thanksgiving,...

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I quite enjoyed the event and planning to attend next year.

[@2gpowell]

Hi Peter, awesome you were able to go down to prickets fort. Mike and Simeon are certainly legends in their areas of practice. Maybe sometime in the future I will be seeing ya. Great video! Take care buddy👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Absolutely Gil, I’d love our paths to cross.

[@2gpowell]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Indeed!👍

[@vincentoury2511]

Hello to you from Normandy (France)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Hi Vincent and hello from the other side of the pond. Thanks for watching.

[@raccoonmash5705]

a few of us will be going in April 2024. absolutely stoked to go!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is on my calendar as well.

[@Texican-1836]

Another awesome experience. I miss Alex's videos. Love his Channel. @ frontier trading company.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I do believe you’ll be seeing more. He is just finishing up his last month of college before graduating.

[@RyanBenek-un7pw]

I really enjoyed our conversations Peter. Great video thanks for promoting the Fort and SOTLH.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

As did I Ryan . I appreciate the warm welcome I received and it is on my calendar for next year.

[@philgreen815]

Fantastic living history. Getting down and dirty in the country and living life as it was ? The equipment weapons and day to day living. A true experience away from the modern polluted world. Although harsh I am sure you must all feel enriched by the experience. Many thanks for sharing.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Enriched indeed. I don’t really find it harsh, but certainly find it fulfilling. Thanks for your interest.

[@scottmcfarland2149]

What an incredible weekend. Never heard of it before. Thanks for sharing it with us Peter. 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

If you like history would would love this event.

[@scottmcfarland2149]

@@TheWoodlandEscape most definitely!

[@beverlymichael5830]

What a great experience that had to have been. The gathering looks great and would have loved to see more of the trading. I have been past that area on a trip but would have been great to see the fort

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Next time your by, it is worth a visit. I didn’t do the filming that Cathy does but, I hope I got the general feel of the event captured.

[@duelist1954]

Great video Peter. I really enjoyed meeting you at Prickett’s Fort. I hope to see you next year.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks! You too. I’m hoping to return next year.

[@stevencampbell6068]

Hey Peter, This is Steve, your camping neighbor at Prickett's Fort this past weekend. I have been waiting for you to post a video from last weekend. This was a great event as you said, the programs were very informative and everyone very friendly and definitely want to return Hope to see you again.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Hi Steven, i quite enjoyed your company and do hope our paths will cross again. I plan to be back next year.

[@jackcook8613]

Great video Peter. I would love to attend that someday

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You should, Jack, you certainly won’t be disappointed.

[@detroitredneckdetroitredne6674]

Hello neighbor hello from detroit michigan USA. Thanks again for taking us on your adventure through time

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Our pleasure!

[@1951shelby]

Thanks for taking us along, another great video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lindaSee89]

What fun Peter.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Can’t imagine have more fun … great event!

[@lawrencekeller6029]

Peter that was amazing I will have to check into this place. Well will have to say Kathy has done well in her training LOL. Maybe next year we will have to. Looks like you had an amazing time there. Stay safe out there. IIByrds

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is an awesome historical site indeed. Plan on attending next year.

[@alexs3447]

Great history lesson . A trip into the past

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it Alex.

[@joshbagley1959]

Reminds me of the fortified burghs in the so-called Dark Ages - the period of Norse invasions of Anglo-Saxon England. King Alfred organized villages and communities into fortified burghs - villages - where a small body of trained troops and ford - the militia - would occupy as a deterrent. They also would store sufficient food and water for the families and their livestock, bringing all their food and valuables into the burgh and leaving a barren territory for the Norse Vikings - no food or valuables to take, secured behind solid, defended walls doesn't inspire marauders to stay. Limited incentive to stay in the area. These fortified homesteads - something the Ulster Irish brought over from Ulster and Scotland, was also used in New England up through the American Revolution. Great video! Now I want to visit Prickett's Fort.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You won’t be disappointed with a visit. I believe it was General Pete Longstreet in discussion with General Lee said, give me a thousand men entrenched and send 10,000 at me and we’ll still take the day.

[@aggieduke1]

Thanks for showing this Peter. I'm going to have to make that in the future

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You certainly won’t be disappointed, Paul.

[@mikekares-b8q]

Great program really enjoyed the show , Thanks Peter .

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Appreciated.

[@richardliles4415]

Such a fun and interesting video. Thank you Peter.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it Richard.

[@kingrafa3938]

Happy Easter Peter and Cathy!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And to you sir!

[@Simon-talks]

I'm glad you had a great trip to our neck of the woods Peter. I live next door in Kentucky and we indeed had some rough wind storms last week. I'm glad you made it through and back safe!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Say Simon, your last name wouldn’t happen to Kenton, lol. Your right, there were some pretty violent winds and a whole lot of rain.

[@temokety5305]

Another great video. Thank you Peter!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JanTrewhitt]

It looks like you had a great time with all the other reenactors!! So glad you got to go and enjoy it.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was simply outstanding, Jan.

[@franciswashack89]

For me it is a really pleasant experience to listen to person who speaks how he has learned from others. We have so little of that today, l have learned from the people you mentioned as well from you. Once again a very nice video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Well said, Francis. When we start thinking we know everything, then learning will cease.

[@ridecaptain1]

Thanks for sharing. I think if I could go back in time it would be that time and place.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed!

[@uriah-s97]

Hey Peter it was really cool to meet you and your friend at Kalamazoo! Awesome pipehawk in the last video and I saw you had purchased the gunmakers book, can't wait to see what neat stuff you'll make. Been considering joining the COHT ourselves, we'll have to try and go to the school of the longhunter in the years to come. Looks and sounds like a bunch of amazing people to meet and talk to! Keep up the fantastic work you guys!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was my pleasure, Uriah. Should you join the COHT, tell them you’re Canadian and I sent you, should get a response from my new friend, Wade Davis. The school is certainly worth considering.

[@lae52]

Thanks for the video. I've long been aware of the Coalition of Historical Trekkers and the School of the Longhunter. I've long been aware of both organisations. You've inspired me to look into both more in depth.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is truly groups like these that are keeping history alive and it is such a nominal fee to support them and their good work.

[@garyrichardt1496]

This was a wonderful video thanks for sharing and have a great Easter weekend.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you! You too!

[@ryanstottlemyer5698]

Wow, very interesting And excellent video. Peter I agree with the gentleman, you’re a good man! Happy Easter to you and Kathy

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Happy Easter to Ryan and thank you for the kind words.

[@randykiddy855]

I’ve been there numerous times, even taught a couple of classes on tactics. I have a tomahawk made by Simeon, I carry all the time in the woods. Getting ready to go to Ft Fredericks 18th century Market Fair. I’m glad you had a good time at Prickett’s Fort.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Hard not to have a good time with those fine folks. You don’t just have one of Simeon’s pieces, you have a family heirloom!

[@Blrtech77]

Thanks for the great video!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it.

[@ashleyanderson2859]

Appreciate your efforts and dedication! Looks like an awesome event. Speakers, entertainment and friends who gather, old and new. Thanks again and keep your powder dry!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was indeed, Ashley… watch yer top knot!

[@alanpinn2266]

Great Peter!! Such a great event. It must have been terrific!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was a wonderful event Al and I’m definitely going back next year, well, that’s if they’ll have me! A couple of weeks from now Cathy and I are hosting the 49th Regiment here at the Cedar Hollow Tavern. You should pack your kit, pick up Captain Stubbs and make you way East!

[@alanpinn2266]

Yes, we were just talking about that on Tuesday night when I was with Mark & Melanie. Timing isn't quite right for me that weekend. But I it looks like I will be heading to Ontario the second week of May. If you're around?

[@elwoodtaylor1092]

Wow nice spot kind of reminds me of Port Royal here in NS with the tall fence and log buildings, looks like a great time was to be had there Peter

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I have a good friend that recently moved to your neck of the woods near Port Royal. It was a marvelous event indeed.

[@gregorypennell1755]

Wow, what a location! I live fairly close to there, within driving distance anyway, and have thought about going. I think you just made up my mind!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You should!, Gregory, you’ll not be disappointed.

[@robinbonaventura4951]

Mr.Pete....so happy that you made to WV. Looks like you had a great time! Take care...Robin

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was an amazing event and really nice folks to boot!

[@smoothvern165]

Man, that looks like a GREAT event! Thanks for bringing us this video!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was Vern and it’s our pleasure.

[@ChaosInCali]

What?!?! A hidden gem. A collab with Frontier Trading Company❤

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. Alex is a fine young fellow with a passion for history … I’ve no doubt his channel will grow exponentially. Appreciate your interest.

[@ChaosInCali]

@@TheWoodlandEscape also love all your content. I find your knowledge and stories of how people lived and survived in the old American frontier to be super fascinating! Looking forward to many more videos sir!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I thank you, sir!

[@stevenbp101]

Looks like a great get together. Always and I mean always enjoy your channel. Thanks, Built me a wood shed the wife and I. Needed a place for it to stay dry. Looking to building a 50 cal rifle of some sort for the cabin. Some kinda kit. Love watching you carry yours around. Wish you were close. You’d be telling me to go home for a while. Ha. God bless y’all Peter. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Not if you’ve a passion for history, you can stay by my fire as long as want. Appreciate your continued interest In our endeavor.

[@Ilikeit616]

Howdy Peter What a trek .... that must to have been so " cool " ...... I enjoy so much to see " old stuff " . When you were taping the bar seen it really looked like " back then " except when the smart phone the guy was using .... LOL.... I was so surprised to see the guy Alex trading company ....walking around bare foot .... Great video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

There was a few bits of contraband floating about. Pretty hard not to capture the odd piece of film. As to barefoot people the answer is simple, once your moccasins are socked, why not, lol.

[@QuiltingPJ]

I so enjoyed your visit at the fort. I tried to access the trading company website but cannot find it. So much great information. Thank you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Alex’s site is called Frontier Trading Post. Great guy, great content.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

There seemed to be a lot of reenactment at this fine gathering. The fort looks great. I would have liked to see into one of the cabins.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

In my interview with Wade Davis, we are actually tucked in to one. They are pretty tiny … a bunk bed and a fireplace and that’s it. Quite similar to what they would have been like.

[@earlshaner4441]

Good afternoon from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone else

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And to you Earl.

[@earlshaner4441]

Happy Easter my friends

[@jamesvatter5729]

Peter, I would love to make the trek to SOTLH, but unfortunately cannot. I really appreciate people like you and Mike sharing these experiences on video. You should have paid him in Loonies!😅

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I tried that Lance but, he didn’t think it was real money. I thank you for your interest.

[@mountainwoodsman8116]

Nice camera work, my friend. Great idea for content, too. I like to see history events and groups publicized. They are so integral to our national and human identities; truly gifts to be treasured. I believe I recognized "Mason's Apron" being played on the fiddle in the tavern. I truly enjoy your channel. Peace to you from Interior Alaska.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And to you sir, from Ontario. I do believe the fiddler was a mason.

[@billhatcher2984]

I'm Shure you have herd about Marry Engels that happened within a couple miles of where I grew up I herd about that time period my whole life WV has been full of turmoil since it's inception I guess and befor sorry for writing a book I hope you get back down here for lots of other events that represent our history I'm pretty proud of it

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

A very interesting history indeed. I’m coming back next year for this event, it was great.

[@craigcook1571]

I often wonder if the people from those time periods would be as envious of the way we live as a lot of people think they would. I’m sure in some ways yes, but I don’t think nearly as much as is believed. Ten years ago I read a book of short stories by different authors about life in the Great Depression. I was surprised by some of the authors who said they would like to go back to those years, because as hard as those times were the quality of life was better than now. More surprising to me is, I can understand how they might feel that way. People helped each other thru, and out of the hard times because you could, as opposed to today where people feel entitled to what others have worked for.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I believe, Craig that was an era that people could rely on their Neighbour’s, where today most people don’t even know theirs. There has always been greed but, I don’t think it was as prevalent, people shared without hesitation for those that were lacking. Would they have wished for an easier life, I can’t help but think yes. Did they complain, mostly likely not if the roof didn’t leak, the woodshed was full and the food put down for the winter. We appreciate your interest in our step back in time endeavour.

[@raymondedelen7022]

Another great video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Raymond.

[@joeinterrante7873]

I was planning to go this year but accidently booked a trip tp NC on same date. If I knew Peter Kelly was going I would have changed my plans. Meeting Peter Kelly is like meeting David Wright. We invite you to Fort Frederick market Fare..you will not regret attending

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Careful there Joe, you’ll be giving me a big head. When is your event taking place?

[@joeinterrante7873]

@@TheWoodlandEscape April 27 thru 30. I am surprised no one at SOTLH did not talk it up. The FnI fort is fantastic as are the vendors.

[@billm9709]

Must haved mussed this one when first came out. Up 6 months ago. It seems that you throughly enjoyed yourself in my home state of West Virginia. Glad to have ya. Y'all come on back and say howdy anytime.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I am planning to attend this coming spring, if they’ll have me.

[@mikekares-b8q]

Love West Virginia ,I currently live in Rural South Central Indiana . Home town Cleveland Ohio Lost of folks moved to Cleveland Ohio from West Virginia looking for work and found it those days .In my 70s now Steel Mills Auto Industry and manufacturing.They made Cleveland there Home .

[@D33Lux]

Amazing vid, learned so much.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad it was helpful!

[@eschneider8799]

Looked like fun Peter. Nice to see your subscriptions creepin up, you must be the most famous person in Marlbank:) You have any turkeys struttin at your place ? Soon be time to get out your wing bone call.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Ah yes, the major of Marlbank is starting to worry I might run against him next time, lol. Seeing a few of those big fellows around. Soon I’ll be getting Jenny dusted off.

[@deniscaron1306]

Thanks for taking us to the SOTLH for us that could not make it. Can I be your Lower Canada rep, Emperor Peter the First? I'll be your humble servant!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Well Denis, you’ll need to line up, there is a lot of interest in the position.

[@billhatcher2984]

There is a lot of history of that time period in my state I live on the Midland trail just a few miles south of paint creek

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

A very beautiful State indeed!

[@larryreese6146]

Good job, Peter. Enjoyed it.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it, Larry.

[@timber123doddle]

The young lady that made your buffalo cap is Emily Burns of Wool and Weeds. I traded for one a few years back and it does keep your head warm. A great hat to sleep in, in the cooler nights.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Darrel and I’m still using it up i these parts. I’ll be giving her a shout out now that you’ve graciously proved her name.

[@shadowk7214]

He wouldn’t have that hat if I didn’t back off the bidding and let him have it!!! 😂 Just kidding Peter!!! Please come back again. John Luke

[@palonghunter3608]

I'm going to do my darnedest to get there next year. It always fell to close to a turkey hunting trip to Kentucky. And I couldn't swing it. Now I don't go there for that, sadly. So I should be able to get there.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You will not be disappointed!

[@robdixon7732]

I was hoping to meet you in WV, but sadly couldn't make it.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m planning on attending next year, perhaps our paths will cross then.

[@kevendrover2442]

Turbulent times when ever you live them. What changes they bring. Great video lots of info for armchair adventurers like me thanks.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it Keven.

[@billhatcher2984]

They used to have a Marry Engels day here down along the kanawha river close to the Ohio river and you could see all kinds of crafts and craftsmen down there

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Sounds like fun.

[@donaldrauscher1703]

School of the long Hunter will be next week. April 11th through the 13th . Looking forward to it. Jacob Prickets was my 5th great uncle.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Having a direct ancestor will no doubt make this a special event for you. I’ll also be attending.

[@donaldrauscher1703]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I look forward to meeting you. My wife and myself are volunteers their at the fort. I've been doing living history and reenacting for over 30 years.

[@marieleopold1625]

Well 'EMPEROR Peter', here's another fine experience you've brought us into! Too bad 'EMPRESS Catherine' was not there to partake of. I am quite sure, this will tempt enough 2 make it a twosome next time. Not a bad job at all of framing and volume on this vid and I thank U both 4 the sharing of your time/talents with us. I can C a 'heartfelt' longing 4 a return 2 a 'time of reasoning', we have lost much of this ability. Though the times were harder to live through physically, a person was 'naturally free' to live life and not be coerced 4 profit. HMmmm, sounds a bit like trying to escape slavery eh? A freedom and a connectedness with both people and nature = healthy living. "Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much” - Helen Keller. Health and Blessed Easter! :)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Health and a blessed Easter to you, Marie. It’s pretty hard to do a go job filming from a camera but, I hope I demonstrated what a “ Forted up “ situation might have been like. As always, you leave me with words to digest.

[@eddybear771]

150 Peter. & from this point I've seen several of the newer videos. But of course I'm gonna watch them all again. Lol

[@dannycarpenter4334]

great video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Danny.

[@short-hand4312]

20 yrs. ago I lived in Fairmont, WV and visited Pricket's Fort many times but never during the school of the longhunter. they were always closed.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You live in a very beautiful State. Appreciate your interest.

[@kennethhamby9811]

My 3 daughters are descendants of Timothy DeMonbreum, long hunter in the middle Tn. area, during the mid 1700s. This is on their maternal side. I was borne in South Indiana. Timothy was a French Canadian trapper that traveled to Tennessee ,and settled there. He was one of the first known European descended person in this area. Yes he was a long hunter.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Fascinating family history. I’m thinking Timothy had had enough of Quebec winters!

[@robertwise3235]

good video. i use to attend a COHT in California by Yosemite park but the drought killed that .be safe

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m looking forward to meeting some more of the members. The few I’ve met are very nice indeed.

[@randallross7683]

I didn't get to attend but I still got to live in the late 18th century at Fort Yargo I would like to attend the school of the longhunter sometime

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You certainly won’t be disappointed, Randall.

[@oldschoolboyscout]

That looked like fun. Did you learn any new hunting skills?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I did indeed Doug. Shootings smoothbore was a great presentation, among others.

[@omphaloskeptic4989]

Well done Peter; not as good as your better half would do, but entirely enjoyable! lol

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You got that right. Thanks for watching.

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

Sounds like a grand a highly educational time.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It was indeed, Steve.