Useful Backwoods Tips On The Spruce Tree

[@Moonshinedave1]

Now that I have retired, it's pretty much a morning tradition to have a cup (or two) of coffee, , and watch a couple videos off KZbin. It always makes my day, when I see you have posted a new one, although, if not, I often go back and check out some of your older ones. You and Connie take care.

[@CircmcisionIsChi1dAbus3]

0:30 holy shit this guy reminds me of a woodland version of mr rogers, like his eyes look like Tom Hanks with a beard.

[@stevecaffrey6646]

@@CircmcisionIsChi1dAbus3 I can't tell if you are kidding or not. Dude, this IS Tom Hanks. It's a character.

[@soldier-Dave]

In the army I used the semi hard resin on a cracked tooth to seal the nerve and stop the pain! Works a treat!

[@soldier-Dave]

@Shawn Mendrek it really works buddy!

[@utej.k.bemsel4777]

I use the fresh spring spruce tips for "spruce honey" or "spruce jam" . And you can see me in spring eating the fresh tree tips like a deer or moose would....😜 But l NEVER use conifer wood to burn in a tent without an oben, because that resinous wood explodes and sends sparks anywhere!

[@CapraObscura]

I've also got an exposed nerve in my tooth. Thank you

[@daphneraven6745]

Thanks for that tip, Djt; I use it for a lot of other first aid stuff, but never considered using it on a damaged tooth. Awesome!

[@Jafmanz]

I struggle to think of a man on youtube as useful to humanity as you sir!

[@MrWmburr7]

Lonnie, It never occurred to me that the file on my multitool could be used to fire up my strike-anywhere matches. You've been an unending source of information to me over the years. Thank you, sir.

[@markmaier9184]

So glad to hear you explain proper mineralized soil vs typical forest floor for safe fire... too many people don’t know that critical detail! (Former forest firefighter) 👍🏻🙏🏼

[@susanmcewan302]

I wasn't aware of that, great information! That's why I love this channel!

[@charlieduzan1645]

Lonnie, I want to Thank ya for sharing your adventures and for stopping to show the view that you have been Blessed to behold. I was born in San Diego,Ca in 61 and raised in the Swampland of Eastern North Carolina . We camped out along the rivers and Intracoastal Waterway as well while on hunting trips in winter. There are so many memories of enjoying the outdoors, again Much Obliged "!

[@matooleyobrien2918]

Lonnie and Connie Love your videos..I've learned so much .Thank you from lower 48🇺🇲

[@paintballgod33]

This is the best channel on youtube....

[@alternative.solutions3806]

Awesome video. Please do more on other trees.

[@briannagorman3119]

Not only informative but also may be helpful in the future seeing the way our lives have been changing

[@andystephens2871]

I keep catching myself wanting to start my comments with "Another great video Bob!" Lol. But seriously, you are the grandpa, best friend and science teacher I never had, 😄. Your content is as timeless and kind, as the big heart from which it comes. OK, HUGE GRANDPA HUG! until the next video!

[@OldMysticFantasist]

As always, good, wholesome, natural knowledge freely passed along by a pair of large, open hearts.

[@jimsarranadventures3005]

I can think of only one word to describe your video, inspirational. Only perhaps a bit younger than you, but my philosophy is that life is for the loving and the learning. Cheers. Jim.

[@shadowblade145]

Thanks for sharing! I appreciate your insight, and even more, your avoidance of any pseudoscience. You give excellent no-nonsense advice. Thank you for taking the time to do these videos.

[@margueritemajor7286]

I like you telling useful info that is true and practical.....joe and them say i do it this way but its not the right way..dont do what i do....great info

[@MarkYoungBushcraft]

So much to know. I love trees as well. Not just what they can provide as a resource, which is awesome in itself, but also for their own intrinsic beauty. Large trees of any species are like elders, to be respected. Thanks for sharing Lonnie

[@shaikhashher]

Its 4am here in buffalo but a new video from Connie and Lonnie just cannot go unwatched.....

[@mariesonoma]

Appreciate learning from you both. Thanks so much for sharing. You're of great value to the future generations❣👑🕯🌹🎼🗽

[@farmher5333]

You live in a Great state for bush-crafting videos and I have learned a lot. Blessings.

[@adamhinds8352]

'Lonnie the wise' with another amazing video

[@artiknanook9189]

Hello, Thank you to sharing your passion. The first Europeans to arrive in America, here in Quebec, brought back an old French medicinal recipe that saved several colonists, from scurvy : the spruce beer. .Boil Spruce Branches until the bark separates. Add sugar and yeast, let cool and left ferment. You will get spruce beer (non-alcoholic). This beer is still being sold here in Quebec, and it's delicious. Kindest regards to both of you, from Québec, homeland of the first colonist. (Sorry for all the mistakes I made, I'm a proud Frenchie guy, using google translator).

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

The translation was excellent and easily understood.

[@daphneraven6745]

Artik Nanook: thank you very much for that recipe. I certainly appreciate it, and hope to try it soon. Your Google translator serving you very well. Not all of us make friends so easily with it. Lol. I’ve been making my own Gingerale lately in a similar fashion, but using honey. I wasn’t really sure that would work, considering that honey is antimicrobial, but I guess it gets on OK with yeast. Have you heard anything about the old timers using ripe juniper berries for the yeast? It’s something that I’ve heard about, for yeast being used in years past, but I’ve never seen it done, so I’m hoping that you’ll know something about that.

[@bigmac3006]

Connie is very good with the camera. Great video Lonnie.

[@TamCloncey]

Thank you Lonnie and Connie! God bless to you both!

[@joelaut12]

Thanks Lonnie! A pharmacy in the bush! Be safe!

[@darrenwallingford7560]

lonnie always has something good to say

[@wildworld77]

Who are those stonehearted people that even think of disliking the videos of this channel :( This channel is so informative and useful . I absolutely love this channel 💕

Thanx for another entertaining and informative video... Spruce and Birch are my most loved trees in the back country.

[@esiem56]

Thank you for the video, all the best!

[@SyntaxScout]

Always excellent videos,very informative plus Lonnie and Connie are adorable souls.I wish you the best .

[@timyates807]

theres tons of them here in canada . i had forgotten many of these uses in the last 30 or so yrs. i love relearning these things from you so thank you both for takin time to share your knowledge. im livin proof that if you dont use it you loose it ! so Thanks again its appreciated . Take care

[@beemcbike]

Every spring I cook some spruce tip jam. Yummy with breakfast toast. Thank for showing 👍🇨🇭

[@daphneraven6745]

beemcbike: That sounds heavenly. Would you mind sharing your recipe, please?

[@bobjoncas2814]

..thanks for the tips on one of natures sources of medical healing and relief..great vid,.... keep safe you two....

[@tritonbradford1688]

👍 Great video as always. Lonnie you are a true wealth of survival information.

[@theusher2893]

And now I got my down home fix. Thanks Connie and Lonnie!

[@00corin00]

My 16 year old son was listening to this while I was watching. He said "is this guy the Bob Ross or bushcraft or something"? I about fell of my chair I was laughing so hard!

[@nelsonminingandabandonedplaces]

That's awesome, the Bob Ross of Bushcraft with his happy little spruce tree's. LOL

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

It has been said countless times on my video comments that I remind folks of Bob Ross. I had never heard of Bob R before I started getting these comments (We do not have TV).

[@00corin00]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival It's great to hear from you! Bob Ross is a legend and so are you. Thank you and Connie for all your videos. I enjoy them very much and with you good health!

[@jaydee9262]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival bob was an amazing landscape Painter,gifted man.you will like his work.

[@jaydee9262]

@@bensavage22 what's that mean?? ASMR?

[@johnbelcher7955]

Hiya Lonnie & Connie, something I came across watching Ray Mars was pine tar, used by the partisans in Belarus during the 2nd World War which was known by them as Russian oil which was used for many uses by them and goes by quite a few different names. Many thanks, John 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

We do not have pine here but I do make my own oil from birch bark which is also quite medicinal.

[@johnbelcher7955]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival Wish you both all the best take care & stay safe (from what I can make out a variety of species can be used but this would require further research!)

[@scottysurvival]

I did not know spruce produced pitch, I thought only certain pines. Lots of knowledge. I haven't done much with spruce, mainly because we dont have it around here. The spruce, pine, and birch are probably my favorite types of trees that our creator has made. So many uses. Thank you for sharring this. Blessings, and Shalom🙂

[@christophergallagher531]

I can not Invision living with out spruce! They do well any where in NY. Peace Chris

[@ushillbillies]

WOW , now I've lived in the north for many years among the spruce and had never heard of half of these great uses.. Thank YOU Lonnie and Connie...!!!! TRUE BUSHMAN..!!!

[@Waldhandwerk]

Great my friends! Thanks for sharing! We make honey and cough syrup out of spruce tops. Take care!

[@criticitizen8749]

Seriously dude I have watched this video about 6 times and all your others at least 3 times each, I love the forest and your videos all the same!!

[@kilianh.5297]

Great to see a new video uploaded :) I would love to see a comeback of your flute though. The old intros always put a smile on my face

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

It has been a long time since I have practiced much with the flute. I do not practice on the flute nearly enough to be public with the "tunes."

[@kilianh.5297]

@@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival Ahh well I am sure we would appreciate it even when it doesn't quite sound as magical as it used to. I remember you spending the night out in the shelter and eating that delicious looking johnny lake beans and rice. It felt like true peace and freedom when these sweet tunes reached my ears :)

[@bretdavisdmd]

Amen! The intro tunes are so relaxing. When I first heard them I didn’t realize it was Lonnie playing. I thought it was a Google sampling.

[@mccaf33]

Thanks brother and our sister Connie too. U guys make a great team. Wise information. Thanks u 2.

[@wayneandrews1933]

Hi Lonnie and Connie great video keep up great work bless on your family

[@richardanderson6874]

LOL, that ending with Lonnie stretched out comfortably on the downed spruce was exceptional. Thanks Lonnie and Connie.

[@markatkinson614]

🌺AND AGAIN : LONNIE&CONNIE, COME THRU INNA CLINCH.. So much Knowledge and a Gentle soul to teach US ,the finer things in the woods. I can see the comfort level in your Videos : while you're in the woods LONNIE... I imagine the ladies would love his Approach to survival . I Kno I have..SEMPRE FI GUYS . Time for a summary of "LONNIES GREATEST HITS" , AND MAKE SURE YOU PUT IN THE SUPER SHELTER, SHOWER CURTAIN Sauna, DEMONSTRATION

[@RoryVanucchi]

Another spruce lover. I like those boggy forests. True northern tree

[@josephsimeon6117]

Another great and informative video. It is a blessing that you are willing to share this knowledge with us and I thank you for it.

[@stepitup5409]

I always enjoy visiting with Lonnie and his wife!

[@chiefredbird3196]

Connie your awesome!!! You support Lonnie in so many ways! Your both blessed you found each other!! Great video. Lincoln from florida

[@MUGSYBROWN]

Lonnie & Connie ...... you’re my kinda folks !!! I really hope you two keep posting videos for a long time to come. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your kind nature ......... and a little bit of your lives with us. It’s my pleasure watching your videos 😊😊😊😊😊

[@benewgillian6823]

Your voice is very pleasant and soothing to listen to .. Thanks for your bushcraft wisdom sir .. Greetings from France

[@Heyjonjohnson]

Great camera work Connie. Great info Lonnie. Love your channel.

[@walterpalmer2749]

Lonnie, I bought some teabags (large) that come with a draw string (Amazon) The idea is to collect the spruce needles stripped from the stem and then make your spruce, pine needle tea and it's little more savory than with the bark stem. These bags are inexpensive, biodegradable, and can be bought in quantity of 300's. Useful for any other teas or coffee in customizing your hot drinks (single cup) at home or in the woods. (minimizes filtration)

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Connie and I enjoy the "Folgers singles" occasionally when wanting a quick almost instant type of coffee. It is basicaslly coffee grounds in a tea bag. It might be handy to have some of those bags you mentioned for just that purpose.

[@Revenant1431]

Master Loda. Info packed video. Awesome as usual. Take care L & C.

[@Rainydaz3]

Im so glad your videos are worth watching multiple times I always hear and see things I previously didn't catch as I usually just watch playlists and let things run in the background. :)

[@ScoopDogg]

Would give my right arm to have had you and Lonnie as my parents. My life would have been complete, I lost my dad when I was 9 then lost my mum later, miss the outdoor things we did together. Your videos make me go to that happy place we all need.

[@henryyazzie9293]

When I was younger I found an old 15 inch vase made from the early Navajos. The base was covered with burnt pitch from pinion trees. You can smell the pitch still on the vase, I'm guessing it may be used for holding water.might be from the early 1900`s.

[@utej.k.bemsel4777]

Apache women made pitchers from yucca fibre and covered that completely with pinon pitch over the fire. The resin melted and covered the spaces so it could be used as a water Container .

[@johndifrancisco3642]

Great tips as usual and lots of them. Connie, that was some GREAT camera work because it was very bright out and zooming in on the dust in Lonnie's hand, well I didn't think that was going to work until you made it work. The tip about where you light your fire or the antiseptic properties of what we in NY call sap was my favorite. Thank you both.

[@judithwake2757]

Spruce root baskets, and spruce root twine for fire bow string. Great for water proofing rawhide wrapping by coating it.

[@daphneraven6745]

Judith Wake: How would you go about this exactly? Do you build it down and just paint it on the finished rawhide product? And of course, my next question has got to be about whether that leaves the rawhide sticky and if so, how do you deal with it? Thank you for mentioning this. It’s a use I’ve never heard before.

[@stevenmacintyre5912]

So much useful knowledge... Thank you for sharing.

[@donready119]

Glad to see you are wearing a Tilley hat. They are the best.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

Actually it is not a Tilley though it is very much like them. It is the "Flinders Reef" model from "Outback Trading Company." I have heard much good about the Tilley hats for many years though I personally have never owned one.

[@MichaelR58]

Lonnie and Connie, 🌲 great information 🌲 I hope this finds you well , thanks for sharing, stay safe, God bless !

[@virginiareid5336]

Thank you. I was only aware of one or two uses for Spruce trees. I enjoyed learning about more.

[@jeffgrier8488]

Thanks for another great, informative video, I learn something from each one!

[@gerardwozniak5786]

Thanks you Lonnie & Connie new video, good bless you from to Poland

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

All great info about our forest friend, The Spruce. Thanks Professor!

[@EdibleWildFood-1]

Another fabulous video - thank you Lonnie and Connie!!!

[@adlockhungry304]

Dreaming about hanging out in the woods with Uncle Lonnie and Aunt Connie. :-)

[@apeacefulwolfretirement1984]

I always learn something when I am listening to your videos, since your the best teacher I ever heard in this field of knowledge. Your book of "Buschcraft practical skills" would be a best seller for years and a legendary contribution for generations to come... GOD bless ! Your journeys as a TESTIMONY of faith and perseverance to bring peace, happiness and harmony on earth... Great loyal couple out there !

[@apeacefulwolfretirement1984]

👍

[@Hukfyn]

Another splendid video you guys. Nice back drop with chunky trees or you might say fat wood. Loved the demo fire-starter with Usnia, nice a relaxed no sweat. A classic thank you both👍

[@glenhac5973]

Old man's beard baby powder! Cool

[@tobygaschott4690]

I really appreciate your offerings of bushcraft knowledge. Thank you!

[@ianm-cmd_rav1448]

Thanks for the tips. Learned alot about Spruce trees properties. I'll make sure to experiment some of them at my forest here in Quebec :-)

[@nelsonminingandabandonedplaces]

Great video of uses of spruce. As a survival instructor I highly and always recommend using spruce for all types of uses. Lonnie and Connie I love your videos they are relaxing, educational, and true. God bless you both.

[@rleeAZ]

Thank you Lonnie. Continued blessings to you and Connie.

[@oldpisces49]

Thank you Lonnie & Connie!! Glad U are well way up there!! Blessins sent your way!!

[@walterpalmer2749]

That spruce pitch acts as a flexible bandaid- a protectant- as well. Antibacterial and protectant for light wounds and cuts.

[@elizium1958]

Excellent tips from the master bushcrafter

[@kevineffinger9296]

Hello Lonnie and Connie, So enjoy your videos. Very educational and great to see you and your wife enjoying the outdoors together. I've been a fan for years. I hope you guys continue. Take care and someday I will get up to the beautiful state of Alaska.

[@karenbradbury5083]

Lonnie hope you and connie are well Stay safe

[@socko5708]

Your channel and videos bring such a peaceful vibe, i absolutely love it!

[@Chopbreaka]

Adirondacks mountains of ny . Adirondack means bark eater . Mohawk Indians called the Algonquins this since they would often get through hard winters by incorporating certain barks into their diet .

[@SEALTRIDENT6]

Thank you Lonnie and Connie for these wonderful videos! Cheers from Argentina 🇦🇷

[@brianmulligan6239]

A video full of great info . As a guy who thinks of his stomach a lot I always like Connies cooking videos. 😄 God Bless you both!!!

[@skinfluithero4885]

This guy is like a real life Gandalf the grey. Awesome videos man I’d go with you all the way to Mordor.

[@Far-North-Bushcraft-Survival]

My wife and I are right in the middle of watching that series again on VHS. Every evening we watch a movie from our collection of dvd's and vhs's and we are watching that series now in the evenings.

[@skinfluithero4885]

Far North Bushcraft And Survival Thats awesome. Game of thrones is another great one, if you haven’t watched it I highly recommend it.

[@archiemurchie7581]

Fantastic information folks.. You continue to be one my favourite channels for real life tips and tricks.. Thankyou.. Roll on the next one👍

[@stickstickley5098]

thanks Lonnie & Connie for the very useful info. always enjoy your videos!

[@samuelwilliams7802]

Great work, love the Gandalf look. Keep safe to you and your wife

[@kidbach]

Thanks for always keeping it 100% of knowledge and no unnecessary filler. Thanks for sharing, these woods apothecary tips, Dr. Mr. Bushcraft Wizard.

[@wildworld77]

Take care of yourself and keep up the outstanding work! ❤️

[@tonynapoli5549]

Thank you Lonnie and Connie for this very interesting and informative video lot to learn from it. 👍🇬🇧

[@charlesknight3204]

Lonnie and Connie ... Love all your videos!!! I’m a subscriber, and don’t miss an episode!!! Particularly loved this one; great info for Alaska and the northern wilderness. I’m still chuckling at Lonnie’s reclined position at the end of the video!!! Man after my own heart; making comfort in the most remote of areas. In any event, hoping all is great and good with y’all in these trying times!!! Y’all are in prayer; God bless you and yours from me and mine!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas, USA. 🤠🐩🙏

[@tphvictims5101]

In the order of importance, HEY 👋 CONNIE AND LONNIE. YES MAAM. 🎣 East coast no symptoms 🤞🏻

[@Rick1dat]

Lots of information Lonnie, I have used a few you talked about over time. Cordage, glue, for fires. Just saying or idea maybe, writing all the info you have in a few books I'd think that be a good seller. Be safe and happy spring.

[@johndifrancisco3642]

Great idea !!! Ya here that Lonnie?

[@samnottheotherone4363]

I'd buy Lonnie's Guide to Bushcraft

[@XtremeSuperJason]

I would love to buy Lonnie's book. Lonnie is such an excellent teacher. Patient, calm, gentle, and articulate. He is truly blessed, and a Master of the craft. The world needs more folks like him.

[@josephsimeon6117]

I agree. Lonnie should definitely make a series of books on nature and survival. Hope it happens because I would happily purchase them

[@jeffreycoulter4095]

@@josephsimeon6117 me too. Throw in a cooking book as well

[@lesliesadler8524]

Thanks for covering a lacking topic to me.

[@w.patpeters4643]

awesome bro.

[@GrumpyGrunt]

It's always good to see you and Connie out and about, but especially so right now. Doubly so when you are dropping some outdoors knowledge on us, too. I hope you're both well and getting better every day. Much love to y'all from the Midwest.

[@terryoneill9525]

5 stars of imformmation thank you again take care also

[@johnwedow2117]

Thank you and Cheers from Hawaii

[@brianwofford3831]

You are an awesome teacher, thank you so much for the valuable instruction. I want to give my compliment extra value. I taught seventh grade science for twenty years, I have been an avid outdoorsman since my teen years and I have a degree in forestry. Thank you so much for the video!

[@justa.american8303]

Nice job. Learned a lot about the Spruce tree. Thanks to both of you!