THE TENT. Bear Trouble. Fixing the damage. Backwoods Cabin. Fixing the grill. Tent cooking.

I arrive at the Tent and find that a bear had tried to get in. Fixing the damage. Checking out the Backwoods cabin for any bear trouble. Fixing the gas grill. Joanie the dog is up with me. George stops by. The neighbors have had a bear in their cabin. Tent cooking.

[@russvtguy]

just have to share this one. A coupe of months ago , I took the kayak out of the barn to get ready for fishing. At 73 and still feeling quiet young . Got into the the kayak and checked everything out and was good to go. Good thing the only witness was the dog with me trying to get get out of the boat. Getting old is no joke and had to roll over and crawl out. Every day is a gift from God and dont waste them.

[@tamistone7344]

I don't think the bear will even get close to the door, with that nail board you put down! Lol! Can't wait to see you up at the tent again Joe!

[@mariannesouza8326]

Good for you! 🛶 I’m 71, and I feel Younger than I ever imagined I would at this age, but I feel a little off-balance, doing the things that were so easy to do before - no more hopping down the stairs and skipping everything other step. Oh, well, as to what you’re alluding, we’re lucky to be around to experience the signs of getting older. I’ll take it. 😀

[@FrugalFarmerChannel]

I know what you mean. Take care of yourself!

[@catherinefoster1481]

Someone once told me to not regret growing older that it's a privilege denied to many. So true and I no longer complain. Btw I'm 70 now

[@FJERNSYN49]

I am 75 now, and when doing som heavy work in the garden my body tells me I am not 60 anymore.

[@lauram9076]

You should always take Joanie with you, like you do at home. That dog absolutely adores being with you whatever you are doing. You can literally see the happiness on her face when she looks at you.

[@joibooty]

I was thinking 🤔 the same thing

[@renabarnett2238]

She really IS the goodest girl! She make any video better.

[@mariannesouza8326]

I know, it’s beautiful to see. 🐶

[@nonyobussiness3440]

That’s a Pitbull they’re always like that. They also require spooning all night

[@msgottaneedtoknow]

@@nonyobussiness3440 I was going to comment about the love of a pit bull also. They adore the ones they love.

[@sylviahunt3419]

Your father’s camp is stunning!! I especially love the handmade furniture!! It is absolutely gorgeous!!

[@moonlesslamb]

I have never in my life wanted to live off grind and seeing your videos makes me want it even more.😊😊😊😊

[@dflint6633]

Always love when George stops by.

[@bhuff4748]

Yeah me too….”dog piss”. Lmao 🤣

[@PatrickWagz]

Here's hoping your Dad continues his quick recovery, to get back up there to enjoy his awesome cabin! That ice-cubes in the freezer is genius!!

[@thizizliz]

We used to freeze a cup of water & put a penny on top. If the penny was on the bottom, you'd had a power outtage. Frankly cubes sound easier. Good news about your dad! May he keep getting stronger. He's such a good guy.

[@PatrickWagz]

Joni says.... *"You're grilling 12-pounds of steaks, and you think I'm gonna eat this lousy dry dogfood!!" 39:30 hahaha!

[@PatrickWagz]

Ha! I made this comment BEFORE watching the ending, and you telling us that she didn't eat any of her food!

[@stevebumstead9840]

Man do I love the tent videos. Joanie always makes me smile. Thanks Joe.

[@dorissauerlender5211]

Hi! PINE SOL! LOL If you pour it all around outside the tent and on the walls and porch. Also wash down the floors and shower room, kitchen and outhouse with it. An Alaskan KZbinr does this at their cabin and now no more bears scratching the walls. God bless and protect. Thanks for the fun tent excitement!

[@mykahlifischer379]

With all that, why not move and take the bear out of the equation.

[@dorissauerlender5211]

@@mykahlifischer379 LOL It's not much work. All those places need to be cleaned periodically anyways. Walking around the tent splashing some pine sol around shouldn't take Joe long at all. It's a kindly suggestion. No need to make a snarky comment in reply. But hey, I guess it takes all kinds. Thanks for your response to my suggestion. God bless.

[@cosc137]

I'd watch a video of Joe spraying pine sol around and in the tent ;-)

[@dorissauerlender5211]

@@cosc137 Me Too!! Lol

[@msgottaneedtoknow]

I was going to tell him to do this too. You beat me to it, lol They say it works very well. They HATE the smell of pine

[@craiggodfrey639]

I have watched your vids for years but haven't commented much. Just wanted to say that coming home from work today totally exhausted in a covid19 environment here in the emergency dep. Your vid made me feel normal again! Joinie is such an awesome companion such a good dog I can see she loves you to the moon and back, cheers Joe. We are back in lockdown from today in Victoria Australia stay safe m8 cheers bloke love your uploads bigtime!

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

Thank you Craig. Stay safe, I will try and keep the videos coming on both channels.

[@Empok_Nor]

It was nice to finally meet George. I bet he would be a good one to hear old stories around a camp fire.

[@dustinr.5032]

My grandpa puts a quarter on top of a frozen cup of water in his cabin. Your dad reminded me of that.

[@pop8846]

Every time I see you driving away from the Tent, I feel like "Fun is Over"

[@markhull68]

I am always amazed, and jealous, of you dad's ability and artistry. He is truly, truly a great craftsman and artist.

[@christyjohnson4563]

I love the ice cube in the freezer thing. That is so smart!!

[@bellsmountainadventures4917]

letting the bear eat your truck to get an insurance claim had me laughing. In all seriousness though never and I mean never sacrifice a pork steak in the process lol

[@peaceoutlisar9500]

However, if something did happen and insurance watched this video they may see it differently. I myself thought it was funny too.

[@ancimargarita2763]

there is definetely something so special of your little and beautiful doggy!!!! this video was special and sweet... thanks to Joannie!!! Thank you for sharing her with us.

[@tddstl3166]

I would love to have to wear a sweatshirt in mid August!

[@desiremontgomery4715]

Your dad's cabin is just lovely..

[@FuccoTheClown]

Instant Like anytime anything gets uploaded with "THE TENT" in the title. Love it!

[@mariannesouza8326]

I know, me too! 😀👍🏼

[@thizizliz]

Yup. Click "Like" & then watch.

[@kerrystennett3829]

Yep

[@davep5972]

Thanks for the Video Joe great to hear your Dad is doing well I bet he’s working hard to recover so he can get back to the cabin

[@mariafrancesca3642]

That ice cube trick is brilliant never thought about that!

[@kewljewl3006]

Joanie reminds me of our American Bulldog, Max. He was very intelligent and protective of our home. To a fault. I watched her body language and she was on high alert almost the entire time she was in front of the cabin by the lake. She knew that bear was around. You are lucky to have her. She does her job well.

[@adrianwhite277]

So awesome the history you have at that land with your parents.

[@jedidiah5131]

I've been living with bears all my life...Steel school fencing over the windows...and a welded bedframe hung over the door on 2 hooks and wing nut bolted on the bottom, easy peasy.

[@parkercape9495]

Joni was on point. I think she knew her job was to protect you.

[@mariannesouza8326]

I’m happy to hear about your Dad’s recovery. I know y’all know how very important keeping up with physical therapy is. It’s wonderful that he’s diligent about it. 🙂

[@gtfangel]

I put an electric fence wire on my deck posts to keep the bears and raccoons off. Our deck is elevated about 10 ft. from the ground and we have had bears on the deck many times. Now, no problems.

[@bijouboi1]

I love the ice cube trick in the freezer. I have an off grid place and the power failing and then everything refreezing before I return has always been a concern. Great life hack!

[@rynossportscards]

Man love it when george comes around to talk to you old school guy that got a lot of life experience I could listen to his stories for hours

[@robf2251]

I know you have heard it before. Your dad's woodwork is just amazing. Keep up the good work. I never miss a video here or your channel. Thank you

[@joanhaughton3391]

I think I would be ordering up a couple of security metal door grills to lock over that front and the back doors for when the place is closed up. Both of you stay safe.

[@mariannesouza8326]

@@rowdybroomstick1216 😂

[@joanhaughton3391]

@@rowdybroomstick1216 lol....It would keep that brown bear out eh?

[@lenellamaxwell6934]

Joanie was so happy to be there! Her tail was just a waggin'!!!

[@mindyvaughn8217]

I’m sure sorry about your bear problem. I always enjoy visiting with you. 💖

[@makethemfly7660]

You weren’t kidding when you gave the weather for the day as windy. Love the sound of wind blowing through pines.

[@marygordon3032]

Hey Joe l sure hope that that bear 🐻 doesn’t come back, and thanks for letting us see your Dad’s cabin again! 👏👏👏👍👍👍💯💯💯

[@kevindelaurentis8666]

Joe does more shit in one day than I do in 3 weeks. What a hard worker.

[@omgchunky7421]

this is so funny😂🤘🏽

[@BigDawg99xx]

Thanks for the video JOE...always love the tent videos...hope your dad gets better soon

[@johninalaska4437]

Hey Joe, you were lucky he didn't break the glass in the door. I have lived in Alaska all my life, 73 years and I have had more encounters with bears than you can imagine. I have only killed 3 bears in that time when they charged and meant business. I keep my old short barrel Mossberg handy. The first round is a Bean Bag load and the rest are slugs, usually the Bean Bag does the trick. On 3 of my cabins, I built guards from rebar for my windows and doors, they work great. Hope you get the front of the tent beefed up. hope your dad is doing well and has a speedy recovery.

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

John. Will you email me please? [e-mail]

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

You need to make sure you type in the joe@ part and not just click on the blue.

[@johninalaska4437]

@@JoeandZachSurvival Hey Joe, did you get my email?

[@mamastarshine]

Im glad the damage wasnt worse. Be safe up there!

[@randallburkhart8452]

Beautiful place.

[@OriginalPFI]

Thanks for the update on your dad. Really glad I discovered your channel. I always look forward to your trips to the tent.

[@scottanderson2980]

wow i didnt realize how much you did the the farm great work man

[@xeroxene]

You guys get the bears and we get the snakes and spiders. Almost seems like a fair deal. 👍🇦🇺

[@BB-bj9hx]

Joanie is such a happy good girl. Thanks for another great tent video.

[@Eagle10300]

Very nice video! Those bears are destructive to say the least! If I was a bear I certainly wouldn’t be peaking around the tent especially with your dig and a double barrel!! Cheers!

[@lizcarter6938]

Sooooo Very glad your dad is doing well after his hip surgery. speaking from experience you know IMMEDIATELY whether or not it was successful!!! Slow and steady wins the race, he knows more than any Dr what his body can handle! Again so very glad all went well for him. Best wishes

[@deannaoverstreet4146]

Glad all is well, it is so beautiful up there! God bless you and Melissa!

[@brianmelton5723]

Problem bear. It’s gotta go. ASAP. Thank you for sharing

[@Nemesis093781]

Thank you for the great video, Thumbs UP👍.

[@Living-The-Dream]

Always the best video’s Joe !! Thanks 👍🪵🔥👏

[@lucillekenney8311]

LOL, "hang a pork steak out the window..." Too funny Joe. I can relate. I had my Honda for 23 years. A storm blew through and took out a tree in front of my house. It fell on a brand new car. I thought, wish it had fallen on my SUV! Anyway, I was worried about you. The last I saw was the short video on the bear damage. I'm glad no one got hurt. Keep that bear spray close and the shotgun closer! Be safe.

[@smoochmcguire5291]

Great video thanks

[@brandyaraujo6479]

So excited to see this!!!! I cannot wait for the winter trip.

[@danlevecque7203]

A bear would have a field day if one got in! Have bears around my camp in western Maine they can make quite mess. Enjoy your videos,Thanks

[@s.pursell8901]

It was nice seeing Joanne at tent. Kinda reminded me of the Max days. (Minus her walking all over the place) She should come up with you more often. She would also be a great bear deterrent if it decides to make entry while you're there.

[@lmoten8611]

I love the Tent videos they are my favorite!

[@patriciabeyer7824]

Hi. Well, isn't that a fright! Your Dad's cabin looks great. Nice woodwork. 😊 Joannie sure was looking after you!! Stay safe. Thanks for sharing this. 😳

[@jeannienieves3655]

I like watching the tent videos

[@simplymeconnie4003]

Joni reminds me so much of my own pit mix Hera with her stance and watching things. I loved that you included her just watching. You can tell when she sees something by the way she is reacting.

[@petervogwill6499]

Surprising that the bear ignored your juicy barbecue machinery...we shall see....lol

[@mathbrown9099]

Joe, if you need a gofer to help you build your new cabin there are many of us who’d line up to do that.

[@chris3m98]

W.Brown, so nice of you to offer. Sure wish Joe would take you up on the offer. Have people come & camp for a week. Everyone would sure be family, & leave an apart of their lives on this earth when they are gone!

[@lscblackwell9202]

You live well! Please take that as the sincere compliment as is intended! That is a fantastic get-away spot! Love the tent, love the pond, love the location, and your mom & dad's log cabin is epic, IMHO! The is just something so relaxing and comforting in just watching your activities around the tent, with the family or by yourself with the dog or cat. Sorry the bears made more work for you! This is just the kind of quality content I enjoy. That roaring diesel brings fond memories of earlier camping trips. Just waiting on the fall now! Take care and be safe! Looking forward to future posts! Prayers for your father's quick recovery. 😊👍🙏

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

Thank you, this was a nice comment.

[@mikeodonnell7350]

Thank you for a great program … found you last year and have thoroughly enjoyed it … you do a wonderful job …

[@TheRedthundr]

Nice work.... Great job you had done.

[@Robertrls01]

cozy little area you have there, beautiful spot

[@johnnyb2677]

Sorry the weekend guests didn’t work out. It’s clear you work really hard to make everyone comfortable. Thanks for the great video. We get our cabin September 2nd. Channels like yours have been our inspiration.

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

Thank you.

[@72PRODIGALSON]

I love your dad's cabin SO much, that if I won a million dollars, tomorrow, I'd show up and offer him the entire million, in cash, to buy it and he could say he sold it to me for $1 (to save him the tax) and I'd back that story forever. Lol.

[@tophauler8626]

i absolutely love both the tent and ur fathers cabinets immaculate.yaw must have that property for 50 years

[@catherinelittlebear9863]

That place is wonderful! You should live there full time!

[@craigwavra3495]

Glad to see the bears didn’t do too much damage. Hope you are safe and far from the area fires up there.

[@sherry2836]

Omg, I can't believe it! Your tree at 30:28; we found one when we were kids by our cabin in northern Michigan. Looks exactly the same. We called it "the Question Mark tree". Many photos of us kids standing and sitting in that tree. Wow, thanks for that memory! Sadly, 55 years later that tree has disappeared.

[@kmjsocket]

Dude I love that table in your cabin! It's awesome

[@timcurry192]

Joanie is awesome. It is SUCH a good idea to have a dog along in these circumstances. Also, yeah, a shotgun with 3 inch magnum slugs will do very nicely if it comes to that. Bleach is a great deterrent, but dog pee gets them thinking. Doggies do that for a reason.

[@taureanwilliams4626]

Man you kick that there's ass when he came through when you gave it that body slam that was great and he jumped off the porch with the elbow drop he got the hell out of there

[@mariaotero5601]

Hpe All works out fine!

[@3611136111]

glad to see you keeping weapons close. We have had 2 attacks in the Smokey Mountains recently. One resulted in death. Sadly, when there isnt enough food to sustain them they are more dangerous and a lot of them will die this winter in the dens.

[@mariannesouza8326]

Wow. 🙁

[@bullofthewoods9374]

why is there no food for them in the smoky mountains?? i live in nc, no shortage of food. mostly just dumb people. most bear attacks here are not due to a food shortage

[@michelevolz7769]

You pup is adorable

[@awadventures6230]

This is the earliest ive been! Like 1st then watch video lol. I feel for them, not only the bears but all of the animals. They are hungry 😓 poor Joanie only kibble lol

[@Zyxak]

Love the "Welcome mat"

[@janneking3878]

Moo moo is the most loved pooch in the land!!!! Boy she loves Dave!!- lovely to see.

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

Thank you. Her name is Joanie and my name is Joe.

[@jasonmooney2797]

Hello Sir, I'm glad that it was only superficial damage to the outside of the tent. The repair looks great but you always do a great job!!! Was that Old Reliable you drove up in? Bet you are glad to get that back!! Thank you for all you do and show us Sir!!!

[@Artaxerses1945]

Haven’t been to the tent with you for a while , enjoyed you tube visit Wishing good things for your Dad .

[@howardsiebel5229]

Hope your Dad is better. I like your Dog. Is your baby a Scott American Bulldog?

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

She is a Pitbull. We had an American bulldog that passed away about a year and a half ago. She was an awesome dog and another VERY good protector dog. That dog would have gave her live before an intruder would have ever made it even close to Melissa.

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

Great fix for the grill! Got me thinking if I need a new grill or go the route you went. Thanks Joe. I think I could handle this. I'm guessing that bear is getting ready for hibernation? Our nights here in Independence, Va. is 60°s

[@annesweeney5552]

Dang I must have missed some video footage . Had no idea of your dad . I love your parents . Prayers for his recovery ! Sweet son to water moms flowers . Awww love a good son .. sorry about bear damage a bear would look good on dads wall lol or yours ! Joni looks so cute looking out over the water protecting their property..p.s so many chuck a grill away had no idea you can rebuild them . Well done 👍🏻

[@saskmamabear3384]

Cookies, coffee and butter, my kind of bear 😅

[@mschmidt9150]

Thank you.

[@sigma_polymath]

I have heard Pine-Sol works well as a bear deterrent.

[@emdoubleyew3788]

Love your videos- always a childhood dream to have a place near a lake! Glad to see everyone has everyone’s back with the bear issue - have no recommendations there- I’m sure you have a way to mitigate risk. Cheers!

[@vaneset952]

Good girl Joni you look out for Joe for us… look forward to the video about the antlers was wondering about them too. Always enjoy a brief walk through your parents cabin absolutely beautiful. Great video thank you for sharing

[@chartlook1]

I made up bear boards ( mats ) and have them placed all around my year around tent and so far no issues.

[@Truenorth747]

Joe be careful, they come back to the same places. String some cans around the property to spook them and alert you if they wanna visit. They are looking for food to fatten up this time of the year.

[@mariannesouza8326]

I like that idea! 💡

[@michaelpence468]

Looking forward to hearing about your Dad’s mounted game.

[@stevenrobertson9583]

Awesome dog

[@terrylewis_]

I think Joanie was hoping one of those cuts of meat was for her. ;-) To know that the bear was JUST there, I would be on edge for sure. I love watching you make sure everything is "just so" before you leave. :) As always, your videos really bring a smile to my face. Thank you for sharing!

[@icefishinnut8517]

Another excellent video Joe!!!! Did I miss a video or 2??? Whatever happened to you putting up solar, and a wind turbine?

[@JoeandZachSurvival]

Have not got that far yet. In reality, it is much cheaper to just use grid power when available.

[@Upstatedeerhunter]

Thanks for another great video joe!!

[@PATG1]

The bear in your front porch is a really nice size bear, looks about 600lbs. Your dads animal collection stirs lots of imagination in me being another hunter. I would love to hear his hunting stories about his trophies , the log cabin video is awesome . Exceptional craftsmanship.

[@learnaswegofarm2227]

Joanie is such a good dog guys! You lucked out getting her! Very smart with all of your fixes, and bear proofing things joe! Lets hope the dry spell breaks before winter and they can find some natural food. 🤞🏻👍🏻🤞🏻