Winter Camp in a Storm; and EKTOS Wool Throw Blanket Review

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[@BBQDad463]

Thank you for this video. Thank you, also, for recognizing that each individual has her or his own, unique limitations with respect to environmental conditions. I sleep cold, necessitating the use of a top-quality sleeping bag plus a stout wool blanket and a cotton-canvas overcover. Others may be able to get by with just a wool blanket. I always recommend that the camper should test her or his gear in the back yard, or perhaps on a car-camping test, to avoid nasty surprises three days' hike from the trailhead. Yes, Winter camping is the best!

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

Thank you! Totally agree on testing your gear in a safe environment before hand.

[@FT4Freedom]

I like the idea of stacking 3 thin, cheap wool blankets compared to one expensive wool blanket. The layering traps a lot more heat. And I don't want an expensive blanket in the woods.

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

Sound thinking!

[@spektr540hemi]

Love wool gear. Wool blankets/oilskin tarps are always in my camp packs/totes. I have been cutting down blankets/tarps for decades for basically the same purposes...and making clothing. Thank you for the heads up on these ! So convenient !

[@Riverbugger]

Hey Dan. Great blanket and idea. Will look into the EKTOS. Pleasure chatting with you today!! God Bless!!

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

You as well. Look forward to your channel!

[@richarddevore8847]

Connect two Ektos blankets together and you have a queen size blanket or close to it. Just a thought that will give you several options with those you already have. Enjoyed the video and keep up your woodsmanship skills.

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

Thank you!

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

Dan, that is the blanket that I use! O.D. Green, 100% Wool Blanket, 5.0 lbs, 66" x 90" And to really stay warm, add an Arcturus Heavy Duty Survival Blanket, a USMC zippered poncho liner, and a goretex bivy over an inflatable mattress!

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

I hope to pick up there full size at some point. Really like this! Thanks for the gear idea.

[@neilleggatt7729]

Great stuff Ive got the thermarest honcho poncho and my swanndri Mosgiel fits right over it perfect for protection sitting Infront of the fire

[@aaronwilcox6417]

Looks nice. Wool sure is superior around fire embers. That tarp look nice too.

[@OldMotorcycleAdventures]

I got a navy blue twin size one of these a few years ago. Wish I knew they had other colors, would have loved OD green!

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

I'm with you, there's just something about an OD green wool blanket.

[@alf3553]

A good addition to some camp gear is treating it with a fire retardant spray, easy to find at hardware stores. How well it works depends on what it’s on.

[@jenniferbauman4802]

Good video. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.

[@bushcraftoregon]

pretty cozy

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

Can't fault wool. These days I have come full circle and reverted back to it almost 100%. I love my Swagman as well and my modern sleeping sets such as the USGI, Canadian as well as current issue British. There is just something about wool.

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

Agreed! Definitely feels nostalgic.

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

@@ochocobushcraft1742 the way one sleeps when wrapped in wool is an experience that can't be explained either. I remember as a kid sleeping wrapped in a wool blanket under an old spruce tree between the roots and my axe beside me, other than a couple cans of beans that is all I had brought with me for the day and night. That was a long time ago now.

[@starlingblack814]

Hello Dan and thanks for the video. I spent several years in Alaska under a tarp in front of a long fire. Amazing how much wood you burn at - 10 F. I burned a lot of holes in my sleeping bag. Lately been thinking about a "Super Shelter" which uses a sheet of plastic between you and the fire. Do you have any experience with that? Would love to see a video on it!

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

I did the same thing on a Zero degree night. Burned holes in my bag and got burned! Wool blankets were taken after that. I havent done the super shelter yet. I will keep it in mind though. It is something I do need to do.

[@PAC_84]

could you use just heavy layering and the ektos blanket and be pretty warm ?

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

By a fire yes. Without fire, it would take 3 or 4 blankets on s cold night.

[@jerryrice8507]

4 lbs wool blanket are the best

[@alexblue6991]

Hello all what your opinion on polyester blankets ?

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

If you are going to sleep by a fire, wool is the safe option. In summer I like a poncho liner or jungle blanket. Wool for winter, polyester ok for summer.

[@clinnyboy]

Well it's snowing but a "snow storm"??????

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

I remember that day. Shortly after filming, complete blizzard! Wiped out all footprints and tire tracks completely in a very short time! It was beautiful!

[@ronin3635]

Is it warm on it's own for winter times? 50° and below

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

No, but wool is safe next to a fire. No fire, you are better off with a sleeping bag. But a wool blanket by the fire, wonderful nights!

[@ronin3635]

@@ochocobushcraft1742 Ok thanks. But I'm talking about having one to sleep at night in a cold apartment. Almost everywhere I look they say wool is the best material to keep you warm in cold temperatures.

[@ochocobushcraft1742]

I'd recommend a couple wool blankets then.one probably won't be enough.