Traditional 1900s Bedroll & Haversack Camping

This video describes my experience with traditional bedroll camping in the 1950s. I re-enact “outdoor skills and ethics” that I learned as a kid from my parents and grandparents. This early learning is supplemented with “outdoor and survival skills” from the Bushcraft KZbin Community.
Learn how to: 1) make a comfortable bedroll, 2) sleep under the stars without a shelter, 3) start a campfire with flint and steel, 4) make potato, onion and beef stew and 5) keep eggs fresh without refrigeration.
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Videography by Ken Kramm, 16 March 2015; Canon Vixia HF G10, IPhone 6+, GoPro HER04 Silver, FinalCut Pro X. It Ain't Going to Rain No More, Traditional 138 season of the ukulele, story time by Jazzbanjorex, used with permission • It Ain't Gonna Rain No... . Oh Johnny, oh Johnny, oh Performer(s): Jaudas‚ Society Orchestra Issue Number/Label: 3256: Edison Blue Amberol Issue Number/Label: 5570: Edison Record Year of Release: [1917] Audio: Stream cylinder 5523: Direct Link: cylinders.library.ucsb.edu/sea... , licensed for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 2.5 License. creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Acknowledgments for reuse of the Santa Barbara Library. An initiative of the UC Santa Barbara Library • [phone] • Santa Barbara, CA 93106-9010.

[@revamadison2793]

Great. Brings back memories of those days. I just received my 75 year Veteran Pin from the Boy Scouts so have done all this, with home-made gear, plus more modern stuff. But always had the Scouts do it the old way, just so they know how. Even camped on the Island, on Blackpool harbor in England, that Lord Baden Powell took his first troop to, on the 50th Birthday of his organization. Used old designs on home-made patches and met one of his two surviving Scouts there. He saw my troop, stopped, and sat on a stool and talked to us over an hour. We were just a hundred feet from their first camping site, where a display of their tents was set up. Boys Life photographer was there and moved us down to the display site. Boys sat in a circle, with me standing near the camp fire, and telling the story of how he started Scouting. Brrrrr Chills up my spine!

[@elijahoconnell]

He’s one of the most wholesome man ive ever seen

[@noahhughes2501]

He really is

[@ForTheGoldenOak]

I've kept thinking that over and over

[@corleyoutdoors2887]

He was raised right

[@oldeays5085]

That's why, I like him!

[@kellyshepherd5904]

Mr Rogers of Bushcraft!! I throughly enjoy the peaceful way that you explain things. Thank you.

[@bayouflats5054]

Yes! I halfway expected him to start singing; “ won’t you be my neighbor “ Nice breeze of pleasantry.

[@khakicampbell6640]

It's like the camping trip with grandpa that I never took. Thanks for showing how it was done!

[@OrdinarilyBob]

Sleeping in the open, under the stars really is beautiful. That stew looked amazing. Thank you for sharing your experience and stories.

[@marcel_2cv]

You really should get a TV show . That's so much better than some preppers and military guys ... Had a great time with your video again! Greetings from Germany! Peace

[@cassiemeyer1164]

The way this man smiles to himself about all his beloved belongings 🥰🥰🥰

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks

[@davekirby7790]

one time while I was camping at Yosemite back in the 50's with my parents and brothers , a bear walked thur our camping site coming next to me licking my hair...back in those days I use Butch Wax in my hair....I guess the bear liked the taste of the wax because he came back the next night and did it again...the next year I did not use Butch Wax while we were camping at Yosemite..we used to camp at Yosemite every year , Campground 13 by the river, for about 15 years... greatest time of my life....I am almost 70 now my camping days are all most over.now its a trip to the KOA with my trailer and my sweetie of 48 years Its Oct 2018, I see that this video was from 2015...Nice video brings back feeling of joy of my youth in Yosemite

[@KennethKramm]

very interesting. I'm several years ahead of you, but had similar experiences. Yes, campground 13. I'm still camping primitive, but mostly in hammocks. My old body doesn't like the ground any more. Cheers, ken

[@ContraIsBased]

i wish i could have had a youth like yours,you are very lucky to have lived those experiences,i'm 26 and rotting in my room without a future in sight,maybe next life,greetings from mexico my friend!

[@davekirby7790]

@@ContraIsBased its Nov.24 2021 and I was going thur old KZbin stuff and ran across your reply and it made me sad ..I am now 72 and looking for a small motor home to travel the southwest of US ..I do hope you get your ass out and start visiting local areas first then work up to the larger places... over nighter but get out and do things ..if you dont have the money go to the parks and walk around and try to pick out the different trees, birds, and dogs ..I have a book on how to identify trees its so easy to use and its fun because trees are everywhere.....goodluck

[@ContraIsBased]

@@davekirby7790 thanks for the support man,i will try it,stay safe

[@russellrlf]

Once again I find myself watching haversack/bedroll camping vids. And once again, I find myself going to this gentleman's great videos on the subject. The knowledge he imparts, his obvious love of this stuff, and his simple ways just hit the spot. Once again, thank you, sir for making this cold Sunday morning with a coffee enjoyable.

[@RViscara]

Thank you for sharing those truly incredible photographs of your father particularly those of him and his friends in scouting in 1920's. I myself currently am a ASM in the Silicone valley council. Seeing those photos sure made my day and I am going to share those with the boys at tomorrow's meeting.

[@neillineberger8211]

Eight years later, I still love this. Thank you, Kenneth!

[@KennethKramm]

You’re welcome my friend

[@balintfarago5652]

I'm from Hungary, and I have the exact same bag gifted to me by my grandfather. An excellent choice for a hiking bag

[@mux1978]

I love your videos Kenny. They are soothing, relaxing and different from most of the bushcraft/outdoor channels. Also, being a historical buff, I find the tidbits of history refreshing and interesting. PEACE my brother. Mike from Toronto, Canada.

[@KennethKramm]

+st. baptiste Thanks for watching and commenting from Toronto. ATB, Ken

[@SkipRoche31]

Watching from Australia what’s the sliver cup you put over the fire how did you make it …? I don’t mine the cup you boiled the eggs in the one under it

[@FullSpectrumSurvival]

I always love the jump back in time that is experienced in your videos and style Men. Thank you.

[@KennethKramm]

FullSpectrumSurvival You're welcome! Thank you for watching at taking time to comment.

[@nagato018]

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[@bitchy_alt1947]

I wish this guy was my grandpa to be 100% honest. My grandfather on my Dad’s side of the family passed away after having a massive stroke, and this guy almost has the same positive energy as him. 🙂

[@mikaela7830]

Love this video! Hope to go camping like this someday. My generation takes much for granted

[@OutnBacker]

My dad used to sing the same song when we were little campers. great vid. I wish more parents would take their kids out like that, instead of setting such boundaries that even dirt can't get in.

[@torjones1701]

I bet that stew was very tasty! Only thing I woulda done different, was chuck a clove of garlic in! :) Thanks for sharing a blast from the not so distant past, something that's forgotten by nearly everyone.

[@brittanybradford9239]

This video made me think of my parents and my father, camping as a kid. Something about it that you never forget. And the same I do with my son. Brought a tear to my eye. Thank you

[@andrewlambertus4858]

man talk about minimalist you dont see this anymore. i guess ive been spoiled by all my modern camping gear.

[@highlandwinterwolf8589]

Think we all can say that. I mean sure stuff like waterproofing and such is great to have, but this is on another level.

[@mwnciboo]

Its easy when you are dry...when you are piss wet through for weeks at a time your old time gear is not great.

[@urielmartinez2161]

It good to learn survival at every level and gather the best of all time eras

[@OKBushcraft]

Thanks for bringing us along. Id say that hatchet of your uncles is quite special. Too often folks get caught up in the latest and the prettiest but good ol functionality is hard to beat. Especially if there's family history involved. Take care. John.

[@dtlongrifles]

Great video, I'm glad that I found it. I grew up in the 1970s and 1980s camping like this in Michigan. I started primitive camping again a few years ago. One thing I've noticed is that there are a heck of a lot more ticks than there used to.

[@KennethKramm]

+Don Tripp In 1971 my wife and I moved to the UP. My first job was a college professor at MTU (Houghton). It was awesome. Thanks for watching and commenting... ken

[@guymurphy6982]

7 years old and still the best bedroll & haversack videos on KZbin. Thanks.

[@SudoTech]

I love how your videos are so relaxed and friendly and how much Learn from them! They make me feel better during our long Wisconsin winter. It is amazing how much camping has changed over the years. All the best Kenneth!

[@kimcurtis423]

I enoyed the whole video, Ken! Thanks! It brought back a lot of camping memories with my mom and dad and with the Scouts! I'm 69 and have a 36 year old wife and we are going to be doing a lot of camping this summer! it will be wonderful to tell her the old stories and to once again, experience the outdoors as I once did! Thanks, again!

[@Anino_Makata]

Its been half a year since i saw this video. Ive been looking for it since April this year. And now that ive found it, it resparked my interests in bushcraft. As always, incredible work, Ken. Wish you and your community the best of the best.

[@motoman1997]

Please don't let the trolls, asshats and the like get to you just keep doing what you are doing. Your videos are great sir!

[@northpostman]

Great video Ken, you have such an infectious love of the outdoors and what you do, whenever I watch one of your videos I have the impulse to get outside. Thank you for that! You are very calming to watch and listen too, I always enjoy your videos very much. Looking forward to the next one.

[@trevorterrible1994]

Awesome video! I love it when other people vocalize how sentimental some of their gear or the way they do things is. Thank you for posting this video!

[@Steverino322]

4:53 I actually have 3 of those same belts laying around and I never though to use them to buckle my bedroll before. I'll have to try that out.

[@AscendingBliss]

I smiled the entire time I watched this. While so many people spend their later days sulking and complaining about today

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks Taylor.

[@puckzilla-bs9zy]

THANK YOU. I have been disconnected from my home the woods for a while but you have made me sooo happy to go back and maybe bring a friend. All the Best to you.

[@bf1255]

Watching this was the most relaxing experience I have had since March.

[@iliveoutside]

I love the excitement in your eyes when you said "in just a minute, Im gonna light a fire".

[@matthewlong2990]

Wow really captured the essence of what I want to recreate when camping. Such a simple and stress freeing camping experience. Thank you and hope that you continue to teach us all more of your love for the outdoors.

[@susanfrombflo8368]

Thank you, Ken. Love the songs and your information and your memories!

[@TJackSurvival]

Hey this video was great. I really enjoyed the history. That is something we can't be forgetting.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

You're everywhere buddy lol

[@vara202]

It's so sweet how many of the things you carry with you are presents you got from others. So a piece of them can be out in the field with you.

[@christopherjones5561]

Thanks, Kenneth! I loved the "Bear Went Over The Mountain" song! And thank you for all the references. I always learn something from your videos!

[@barrybertin1268]

Great video Kenneth, I always enjoy the videos you make. Especially the ones that use and explain old methods. Keep 'em coming.

[@Dagobert1234]

The aussies call their similar equipment " mathilda" , when they go on a hke. They call it waltzing mathilda and waltzing means hiking...

[@KennethKramm]

Dagobert1234 Thankw for the info...

[@Christopherjamesmurphy21]

Waltzing Matilda, Waltzing Matilda You'll come a-Waltzing Matilda, with me He sang as he watched and waited 'til his billy boiled, you'll come a-Waltzing Matilda, with me.

[@karlhoy7395]

@@Christopherjamesmurphy21 Yes, Les Hiddens was that guy's name ....the show Was called Bushtucker Man and he always carried a humungous pistol crossssdraw style for crocodiles wild hogs, etc. That was a great show

[@3289970]

I love you vids Ken, its hard to believe you were camping in 1950 because you see so young. Thank you and ATB

[@guymurphy6982]

I still go back and watch this 3 or 4 times a year. Your videos are so well done. Thank you.

[@Darignobullseye]

Thank you for the techniques taught and memories of how to do camping simpler. A way to enjoy the outdoors and focus on what matters.

[@njsanders]

I can find no flaw in your teachings, it's just like I learned at the feet of my father and grandfather. It's simple yet effective. The one thing I will comment on is your speech pattern. It's flows like someone who is trying to act but is shy of the camera. On most people it would have turned we away but for you it seems to work. I enjoyed this video immensely and look forward to watching more.

[@KennethKramm]

+Nicholas “HarleeKnight” Sanders Thanks for your feedback Nicholas. I am who I am. Yes, I am shy. For many years, from early childhood through college I took remedial speech. Even as an adult, two employers required that I take speech classes and improve my skills. I have improved tremendously; and if people have problems with it, so be it. This is the honest Ken. I am not an actor; I am a real, feeling person, who wants to share experiences and knowledge with others. Take what you want leave the rest. ...Ken

[@JustBethTrying]

KennethKramm , don’t change a thing! You present as one who is comfortable in his own skin and therefore can afford to be kind and patient .

[@violina48]

Thank you so much Kenneth ... I enjoyed it very much!

[@KennethKramm]

***** You're welcome my friend!

[@grumpletybooeg3338]

This was superb, educational, enjoyable, nostalgic, and for some reason, heartwarming. Thank you.

[@tristanvarsovia]

Love to see old school tradional camping, just like what I read in old BSA handbooks that my Dad and uncles left me. Great video, and hope to see more of old school camping and woodcraft. Thanks :)

[@itsapope2938]

What a authentic, educational, and lovely video Kenneth. I absolutely enjoyed every minute of it!

[@KennethKramm]

+Jim Bob Your feedback is much appreciated Jim Bob. Thank you for putting a big smile on my face. ....ken

[@TurnFullCircle]

Really enjoy your informative, wonderful, well presented videos....thanks very much for making them.. Chris

[@KennethKramm]

You're welcome Chris. ...ken

[@blinndorsey210]

This is the best overview of basic camping I've seen. Great job Kenneth!

[@LloydMawFuckinXmas]

such great videos and general philosophy for the outdoors.

[@scoutingfreegermany]

Great video Kenneth, I remember the canvas tarps on the ground too when I was a boyscout :-) Cheers, Marc

[@KennethKramm]

Scouting Free Thanks Marc

[@theburniethompsonshow1938]

"Back when I was a kid ..." is my always my favorite part! :-)

[@gabrielace4023]

This is the loveliest video on camping that i ever did see, in every aspect! I realy enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing a part of your own history.

[@michaelmadgod3626]

Love the channel Brother. You send a good message that is positive and informative. I hope more young men like me strive to walk the woods with the respect for the land that you do. Thank you

[@billyjoedenny]

the best 46 min i have had all day ken, i watched it twice..lol. i will say you really got me interested , we need to do this style of camping some day..we all learned together at the spring meet, these are times i will always remember .. and a great big thanks my friend for the mention of the #survivormanvideocontest with your shout out we have a better chance of getting one of us bushcraft brothers in there.. i think im going to watch again , you really put a great video out ken.. take care and be safe on your trip.. ..bill

[@KennethKramm]

billy joe denny Thanks Billy Joe. Can't wait for the meet!!!

[@zacharyyoung3834]

this is exactly what I'd like to do. The camping i do is essentially just "drinking outside, with tents." Sub'd

[@zacharyyoung3834]

***** I agree! I just feels so "controlled" as far as designated camp sites, reservations, and gas stations near by. This is what I want to do :)

[@danielhaxton2884]

This is my favourite style of bushcraft/ camping to watch and you do it the best on KZbin. Please do more haversack and bedroll camps.

[@tennesseesmoky9012]

Still even til this day one of my favorite videos from Mr.Kramm. Here he demonstrates traditional methods of scout life in the outdoors. Everyone should be so lucky to get out often to do such a simple overnight in the woods with a little camp stew before bed and a nice one pot breakfast the next morning. Just add some camp coffee for me. This presents certainly worth viewing again every of often. Thanks for sharing this experience. - Tennessee Smoky

[@jbazan11]

I have a feroccium rod that for if my life depended on it cudnt start a fire even if the tinder was soaking with gasoline.. good video

[@RCvolunteer1978]

it is nice to someone to confirm about cooking and the eggs My son born in the early 80s jump up and down screaming if you allow eggs out more then two hours in room temp the eggs MOST BE thrown away my grandmother keep eggs up to 90 days in their root ceiler but she said a few times that she run out of eggs and flour for baking pies cake breads to sale to rail road staff going to Miami

[@jonlouis2582]

Your videos are hugely enjoyable. Thank you so much.

[@mj6463]

Such a great video, a fun story, a bit of history, and a great camping set up!

[@puma1304]

nice trip to the minimalist old school... I have been experimenting this too, since I am kind of sick of wet gore-tex jackets & Co., where it is sound to re-issue the ideas of the past, why not? (my main concern is with sustainability, and most of the time less is much more!)

[@GavTatu]

i have a 1930's british boys annual book, which details tips for hiking and equipment.... its great, what a difference !

[@KennethKramm]

+Gav Tatu Awesome. I would be interested in the name of the book and would like to read it. Thanks for watching and commenting. ....ken

[@GavTatu]

KennethKramm its in my loft somewhere mate, i shall look it out for you !

[@GavTatu]

i have sent you a message mate.

[@wkins]

What is the name of the book? I'd love to read it.

[@LordThranduil234]

Honestly this video was very soothing, a perfect balm for a country boy feeling stressed out by social life, living out in the city, and working an office job while longing to be out in the woods. Thank you!

[@marycahill546]

Another excellent video Ken. Many thanks.

[@jamesteffertiller7813]

Greetings, fellow old fart ! Back in the '50s we knew how to camp.

[@KennethKramm]

+James teffertiller I'm attempting to re-live what I didn't finish in the 50s. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@jamesteffertiller7813]

+KennethKramm I hear ya! I'm doing the same.

[@ghostmedic86]

Thanks for sharing. Looks very relaxing!

[@johnamerica7657]

Mr. Kenneth this is the first video of yours I have watched. Let me say it was a pleasure to watch. You sir are a delight to watch & an inspiration.

[@FangOliver]

Love your family pictures and stories! So precious!

[@KennethKramm]

Thanks~

[@abrahemsamander3967]

I want to try camping like this! Nice and minimalistic! Thanks for sharing this wisdom sir!

[@bernardweaver2416]

I've always used hammocks or tents, but I have been wanting to go with just tarp and blanket. Thanks for sharing you gave me lots of good ideas.

[@patricianunez4025]

This was the first time I have watched your video. Soooo relaxing. Perfect just before bed.

[@stephanygates6491]

Thank you so much for sharing your campfire songs!!! Also, yours is the most peaceful demeanor I've seen in the bushcraft community. You positively radiate your appreciation in the moment. I hitchhiked around Michigan the summer I graduated from high school, carrying only my father's military wool blanket from service in Korea, a water bottle and a good knife. I ate mostly what I could find (even wild asparagus!) with my knowledge from reading Euell Gibbon's book named for stalking said asparagus. I still consider myself intrepid, though servitude has kept me from recent experience as such. I knew from previous experience fasting for 3 weeks (after reading another book) that I was in no danger from deprivation, so I just had fun meeting some strange people and enjoying the outdoors.

[@moreislostbyindecisionthan8975]

Nice job, I learn something new every video you make. True old school, much respect

[@adeledrummond6375]

This was fascinating. Thank you for sharing your life experience.

[@darrenmedmonds4603]

Great approach to camping, thanks.

[@TRV550]

Great video Ken. Brings me back to when I first started out. ( The good ole days ) Loved the music too. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy & be safe !

[@angieconley6501]

My dad used to play the mouth harp and harmonica. It ain’t gonna rain no more was one of his favorite songs to play. Us kids would sing along and dance to the music. Thanks for the memories 😊❤

[@KennethKramm]

You’re welcome Angie

[@willynthepoorboys2]

Great to see you keep the spirit of how it was done in the past alive. This was a great video,keep on keepin' on brother.

[@Oswulf_Osulphus]

Always like watching this video, its so nice seeing how you camp and you seem like a really nice guy.

[@marieketie]

Lovely video, so calming and appreciative of nature.

[@garretthatfield6246]

Love the video Ken. Thanks again for sharing your adventures.

[@KennethKramm]

Garrett Hatfield Thanks!

[@jaredlauter4099]

I cant help but laugh at how happy this guy is, its awesome.

[@herminigildojakosalem8664]

Am. I glad I watched this video. My love for camping will never go away. Even now that I am almost sixty I still dream of doing it again somehow, one day. This is a great video. It reminds me of the happiness camping brings to me. Thank you for making it.

[@Lilglitz]

i really just love everything about this human and his camping and the family stories, so calming and peaceful and compassionate with nature.... le sigh .

[@tommyo5315]

Now this is real entertainment. Love the old songs and the old ways of just enjoying life. May you be camping under the stars another 65 years!

[@bobegan8457]

Well done. I think a lot more people that will appreciate the simplicity of enjoying the outdoors if they're not worrying about 'gear up' for the outdoors.

[@KennethKramm]

Bob Egan Thanks Bob!

[@adrianhyde]

Your voice is laden with love. Thank you for your sharings.

[@ivarwb4115]

I really admire your videos, you seem to have the ability to enjoy the happy moments of life and even share them with us. Thank you!

[@KennethKramm]

Beowulf Agate Thanks!

[@Saguanay]

I like the commentary with the wide angle view and sped up video to quickly explain the bedroll.

[@tomwilson7202]

Ken, thanks so much for sharing your memories and demonstrating how simply one can enjoy the great outdoors. I smile from ear to ear every time I watch your videos. Dad was a country boy and although he didn't have camping skills to pass on to us kids, we did learn how to lay out a proper garden. Grandpa was famous county-wide for his straight furrows, here in central Indiana. God bless you and yours! I'll keep watching. :) -tom

[@KennethKramm]

+Tom Wilson Memores are important Tom. Each of us has experience, handed to us from the previous generation and we can share this wisdom with the next. I pet Grandpa has many lessons to teach. Take are, my friend. ....ken

[@christopherroberts6774]

Hi Ken. Yet another excellent video. There's always something new to learn from you. Thanks for sharing and take care. ATB Chris

[@whynottalklikeapirat]

Such a fine, well paced and resonant narrative. Well done!

[@stevenwilson6450]

Brought back fond memories . Thank you for sharing this with us. Happy trails!

[@KennethKramm]

+Steven Wilson You're welcome Steven ....ken

[@1HotBeefJerky]

Ken, I love your common sense and simplicity.

[@Randriedi]

Great Video Kenneth! Seems like you had have a very good time an a delicious breakfast. Thamks for sharing!

[@jacobhilton8891]

I sit around and watch gear videos for outdoors. I see a lot of guys that I have lots of respect for carry lots of fancy gear and antiques gear. Seeing this brings a lot of humility to me. We have to remember what the point of being an outdoors man is...."looking at the moon and stars"