Winter Survival Shelter Finished and Moving In (87 days episode 20)

[@bikerbrandon1]

The more and more I watch your video the more I find myself wanting to have your attitude and outlook, and you be also started stearing me in the direction of a more formal religion. Thank you so much you have made a purchase some time impact on my life. I hope someday to thank you in person and shake your hand. God bless you zach

[@corbindalles1715]

bikerbrandon1 check out Jack Hibbs, Amir Tsarfati, JD farag videos for biblical guidance. Religion is man trying to get to God, Jesus is God's way of coming to man...the kjv Bible is what you want

[@theportmeister]

great stuff man. here's a tip from native Americans who have for centuries lit fires inside their tents. you want to dig a deep fire pit and never fill it with firewood more than a 3rd of the way as a result you get less smoke because the smoke has time to get to a hot enough temperature to incinerate and whatever is left over will fly straight up because it'l be much hotter smoke than from a shallow pit. from a shallow pit the smoke tends to wallow and a deep cylindrical pit it shoot right up. sort of like the way a stove burns the smoke out on its way through the pipe. if you get smoke you're "burning" no smoke means the stove is running hot enough and you're "incinerating", that's what you want. also for an indoor fire only use the dries't of woods as wet and oily wood smokes up like hell.

[@WW-rm3cn]

Wow. 2 years later. And I'm still going back to watch the beginning. And a lot more adventures to come.

[@Rudeboyja92]

Zach is a kid at heart I love his energy living the adventure through him

[@tuner_fan4490]

@Fowler's Makery and Mischief When ppl talk about relaxing and enjoying a short calm moment, nothing is more accurate to that as when you paused for a moment before finishing cooking. And for that moment i both envy and applaud you for being able to achieve that breif moment of silent rest.

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

Thanks

[@sonofeloah]

Good to see you get out there in the heart of the winter to make the place livable. Love the use of the reeds. Now, even though the roof is temporary, A good strong wind or heavy snow and that roof is going to be shredded plastic all over the woods. As large a roll as you brought out there, I would have done a complete wrap around on the poles, rolled the top down with cordage to make the smoke hole and tied it off up there and down lower edging, I would have gotten stones and made buttons and tied them down either to stakes or to the shelter structure itself. Those knife holes are going to spread as the weather has her way with it. No holes, no shred. And it is not like I am some longtime expert on this subject. I just learned last year from a youtuber who did a dollar store bug out survival kit and used a shower curtain as an emergency shelter and showed how to do the button thing. Now I use it on my homestead as tarps are cheaper made every year, it seems and those eyelets rip out. So, it has been button time and it has saved me a ton of hassle. So, great job and just passing on what I learned and hope it helps you. BTW, still not too late to redo the bottom edge with buttons before a heavy snow or high wind comes and shreds your hard work.

[@choctawcodger5418]

It’s awesome to see the shelter come together! Great video, Fowler. As a Pastor I love seeing people take a moment to say grace. May God bless you and your family each and every day!!

[@shelliebrowning960]

I can never get enough of your videos. I have watched them multiple times, LOL because, I love your great cense of humor and positive attitude. Watching you on Alone, even though that was quite some time ago. I can see why you won. Out of all of the people on that show, you seemed to be the one person that kept your positive attitude about you better then most. I really think that was what helped you the most, along with your motivation. You are a amazing person Fowler. You have really come along way since Alone I hope everything works out for you and your family. You are deserving of your family. God bless you.

[@anthonysharp9136]

The twig snapping editing was great!

[@akeller301]

Haha he sure did spend a lot of time on it, Oh fuck i even write Like fowler now, im a City boy😂😂

[@rafiqkatana]

Yeah it's epic.

[@Koritan]

LOL.. maybe make it into a tune...

[@nyana73]

Just watched the last episode of Alone (S03). Ive must say, you really are so inspiring! Makes me wanna be even more in the nature, live the life we were meant to be. Thanks!

[@gvigil609]

Your the best,all my life I've had people give me the biz for being a little different a little on the nerdy side ,it's ony till later in life that i appreciate being different it's so encouraging to see you making your own paths and making a success of it.

[@emmettcarpenter6795]

Thank you for your up lifting words i pray for GOD to bless you let you keep your blessings and extend your blessings through your trials and journey

[@ryanaldieri333]

You’re awesome man my father was still alive he would love watching you

[@jellmers]

Not sure if you still read back these comments Zac but I must say you live is such an amazing part of the word!!! We have some great places in Plymouth and the south west of the UK but wow the scenery there is amazing!!!

[@pacificbushcraftandfirecra6358]

Top notch vid Fowler! Thanks for letting us hang out with ya in your sweet shelter you built! Sauerkraut and sausages...good stuff! Be well!

[@grimreaper3526]

yea, nothing like surviving off a grocerystore......HOW IS THIS EVEN ALLOWED TO BE CALLED A SURVIVAL VIDEO? I assume he means he is surviving between visits to the grocerystore? LOL

[@corbindalles1715]

Grim Reaper no where does it say survival. Only you have brought that up..

[@jaketaylor4961]

👍 You have influenced me to start back my wilderness/survival hobby. Well, a way of life to help me in my journey of recovery. The energy you have and belief in a Higher Power 🙏 is awesome! Keep up the great work!

[@poplawsj]

I love the psychology and positiveness you put into the survival videos!

[@Canuckmom128]

Looks fabulous, Zach. Incredibly solid. On a clear night you could see the stars through the clear poly! Love the sawing and twig snapping edits.

[@matthewadams3284]

I'm so happy 87 days is back this series is amazing!

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

Zachary, I realize I'm about a year late, but, I would enjoy a video of you and your two kids staying a couple day's in your awesome shelter. This was one of your best video's. Great shelter.

[@daniellemccray3735]

Zach.. I would like to see more of Jami in your videos. She seems to have a lot of homesteading know-how. Everyone knows 'behind a great man is an even greater woman.' She seems easygoing, humble, witty, and wise.. and is often busy with her hands making cool looking things. She would be great at teaching contentment, simplicity, self reliance, stitching or whatever. I'd subscribe!

[@daveslifeover65]

You are so right. I think that is why getting out to practice bush craft or even just camping is so appealing to a city boy like me. You get that sense of accomplishment when you find a good spot and set up a shelter , make a fire and catch your own meal. It's nice to get away from the "instant gratification" culture we live in. It resets our life.

[@doug9418]

Thank you for such inspiration, and being a God fearing man. Great video well done, keep up the great work please 🇺🇸

[@harlemvaught3805]

I honestly thought I would never see you come back to the build I'm so glad you did

[@nostalgicgram]

I've watched a lot of different survival videos but your my favorite after just a couple episodes...thank you so much I will be watching many more! ⛺️

[@popworstenbroodje862]

Thank you Fowler, finally some decent lashing in a bushcraft shelter on youtube!

[@ronhart8857]

Great job on the shelter, nice lunch, thanks for sharing.

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

your welcome

[@Tspan711]

Really appreciated that Galaxy Quest reference at 26:11!!! You the man!

[@lclaypool20]

Good video! Looking forward to the ice fishing stuff. I really like the fact that you don’t get so caught up on the tools that you use. It’s interesting to see somebody “do” instead of talk for 30 minutes about the best tool. You are very resourceful. Also, great job on the live streams. I always learn something new and enjoy the format. I like the authenticity. Keep it up. You have a bright future ahead of you.

[@yourbarista4154]

Good stuff Fowler! I particularly enjoyed hearing about your dad

[@robertinebuckley4245]

Your Barista I enjoyed that too. So true about our parents...

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Good to see the progress on the winter shelter. Yes, it is smokey inside. It is wily to build in a problem so viewers can better appreciate the solution down the road.

[@rafiqkatana]

Stay strong brother. We're All watching.

[@xzacto]

Never give up! Never surrender! Love the Galaxy Quest quote! The very end of your video reminded me of the dinner scene in "what about Bob" haha Great video, very encouraging, brother! God bless!

[@zsandmann]

It is easy to see why you won Alone. The time and consideration you put into your shelter is amazing. It shocks me how some contestants remain in lean-tos right up till the snow starts to fall.

[@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning]

Wow awesome fort for your children and their friends later too. They will really appreciate it more so then. Hahaha it was funny when you fast forwarded the video on breaking the kindling up. It sounded like a fire going and awesome crackling fire noises. Great job!! Very interesting and educational video!!

[@SmellyferretX]

What a beautiful part of the world you live in!

[@susiecates2804]

So proud of you for doing Alone to buy you and your family a home so sorry for Jamie not standing by you

[@deannahubbard3534]

I love this!! I want one now!

[@shawn2045]

Fowler, you the man..keep doing it. Like the video and liked how you gave thanks there for the meal. Classy

[@kyletango]

Funny, I didn't like Saurkraut when I was a kid and I just bought some more today. I love it now.

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

;) Thanks for watching!

[@ksuhuh]

I'm digging the transparant roof!!

[@Jackthekingfisher]

You should create a in ground fire with a tunnel leading outside to extract the smoke

[@LegionarHR]

I was thinking the same thing, I want to know is this good idea?

[@MIKESWILDWORLD]

Love the way you edit and your Bushcraft ain't bad either! Thanks Fowler! MWW

[@Cricket-el5ls]

First time I have watched, Enjoyed it very much! Look 4ward 2 the next video!!!! Thank U 4 sharing with us!!!!

[@SalineScott]

Still enjoying this series. Thanks for sharing.

[@MsNikkieMichelle]

That twig snapping though! Always awesome to watch lol. That shelter really came out awesome. Good job.

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

Thanks !!

[@danielward3442]

Not sure if anyone checks these comments anymore. I love your content, Mr. Fowler. I watch your older stuff as I lay in bed at the end of my day, so I use closed captioning to keep the volume low, and not bother my wife. Long story short, the wife couldn't sleep due to me laughing at about the 4:25 point. 🤣 Sometimes it's not the sun you want, but the moon. Both are like a pepperoni pizza out of your reach. 😂 Not what you said, but what I read. Your content is amazing and entertaining, even when KZbin makes a wholesome statement not so wholesome.

[@WayPointSurvival]

Congratulations on your finished shelter. Looks awesome! Also 50k subs! You deserve it my friend, well done.

[@playmusic5978]

How could someone not like this?? Awesome project! :D Norwegian Scout

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

thanks !

[@AucklandHard]

It’s funny to me watching you out in the snow I’m originally from New Zealand 🇳🇿 But been living in Maui Hawaii for 24 years probably the hottest part of the island we cannot handle cold at all I’m used to sleeping with no blanket and I’m always warm I complain when I have a cool winter here put my heater on in the truck wear sweats and hoodies Just took my kids up Haleakalā to see the snow by the time we got up there was almost all gone has 10 inch patches of snow all over stayed there a total of 20 Minuets my hands were freezing from touching snow you just work in it for hours I’d be dying your videos are cool good stuff aloha

[@Linda-xp3ig]

If instead of putting a hole in your tarp, try using a button. It acts as a grommet. A button is a small rock placed under the edge of your tarp, you squeeze the tarp around the rock from on top place double half hitch around it, now you have a line to tie off without damaging your tarp. Just a thought

[@bizboy1313]

Great videos. Thanks for sharing your time.

[@amandasuedmeyer1796]

Another great video!! Thank you for making such an inspiring video! It does feel good knowing you accomplished something by the sweat of your brow, and by the grace of God 😊 have a blessed day!!

[@Nikkeftw]

A congrats on 50k subs from Denmark. Your content should be viewed in school, hope many more discover you!

[@Hoplopfheil]

That is a mighty fine looking hut! Congrats on 50k subs, Fowler!

[@ronnybmusic]

Hoplopfheil it’s crazy but awesome that he’s already over 500k now

[@towerclimber7277]

I swear that shelter looks twice as big from the inside once you added the plastic... Maybe because it diffuses the light. Looks comfy as hell though, thanks for the videos as always!

[@chi7818]

ironic that the coldsteel shovel is amazing at everything except shoveling lol.

[@jons43]

Thanks for sharing. I suggest that you and Joe Robinet should share stories.You both think outside of the Modern Box.

[@WickdPerfekT]

So subtle but funny with the woven back pack.

[@WickdPerfekT]

And the jacket.. can't be coincidental?

[@kurtrefvik2570]

I am from Winnipeg Canada and can tell from the sound of the snow that it is close to melting. Colder squeaks,. We BBQ at this temp.

[@brianspencer4220]

Thanks Fowler: Didn't believe you would get the crown on but you surprised me. Well done. Brian 77

[@Tipi_Dan]

This is an extremely enjoyable video to watch. Your activities, content, and cinematography are all exceptional. I appreciate the traditional elements in your dwelling, especially your hearth in this structure. Are you going to dig a breather tube? I wondered about your poles... Maine... red pine? Then you show up with beech. That was a surprise. We are entirely bereft of that noble tree in California wildlands. Now I wonder if you saw or used southern beech in Patagonia. I will have to watch your 87 days show... completely unaware of it previously.

[@AdirondackBadger]

I really like the use of reads for walls.

[@starman2671]

a little smokey, but a nice sturdy shelter. it would be good to do a follow up on how you fix the smoke problem, along with various ways to rid your shelter of smoke.

[@mattdidit84]

I love these survival videos. Super cool.

[@marklaw5958]

I’m watching all of your videos and I’m trying out for Alone!.......Awesome! I need all of your gear!

[@patrickgermond2750]

50,000 subs! That's a major accomplishment for sure!

[@josephpessotti3876]

Alone? Great show and congratulations.

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

thank you very much!

[@larryfisher5796]

I just seen your channel for the first time. I enjoyed plan on seeing more

[@anomaly2990]

Good show. Now all we have to do is wait for winter.

[@alldey23]

Awesome setup you got going on here. Absolutely enjoy the series! 👍

[@kingfisher1ful]

Awesome video, that's going to make a great project for the my boys and I to build this spring.

[@Karma8Kami]

Just a quick remark, I figure you could avoid the holes in t he tarp all together by using smooth rocks and just twisting them inside the plastic, that way you could tie the string around both tarp and rock, no holes required.

[@robertinebuckley4245]

I love watching your channel! Thanks for sharing! Beautifully constructed, solid shelter. You are always making me smile 😊 My daughter and I will be building something similar this spring. Awesome views btw! Blessings from Canada.

[@robertinebuckley4245]

You 'wrastled that tarp onto your roof like a pro! Nicely done! It will also make filming so much easier with the natural light. Good thinking!

[@fimbulwinter7254]

Awesome set up there mate, I like it.

[@thebossoftheswamp]

Just recently found your channel. Good Stuff :-)

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

Thanks man! Stay tuned for more

[@nicolehervieux1704]

Fowler's Makery and Mischief : Hi! I am new too your channel, I love it. How much cording (and what kind) do you think it took for the whole shelter?

[@patriciavyce1993]

A lot of cordage ? How much you say ? 250’ft.my guess ! 👍🥰Love Bushcraft👍And,camping out.👍

[@Fantastic-One]

loved every minute of it. that was awesome bro

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

Thank you!

[@toshioikene8200]

Love that orange hat. Pretty Sweet Shelter. I wonder if hibernating snakes every thaw out. Gonna go check out some sour kraut. Hungry.

[@yveskc1]

Nice shelter. Thanks for sharing man!

[@dereksheridan9886]

Thank for your bushcraft skill good bless

[@cmac1100]

All right! A new one! I missed most of the live stream unfortuately

[@cmac1100]

Wow never knew about that splitting wood trick

[@cbigg81]

Perhaps a hat over the smoke hole, a square of poles with plastic over them placed on top that could be placed if you get "that rain storm". I'm just used to the torrential down pours we get in AZ, when it would over power the venting of the hole. I don't know, just thinking with my finger tips.

[@mprice7676]

Ahhhh! My withdraws are over now. Missed ya man!

[@501earth2]

A Dakota fire would take care of a lot of the smoke issues. Looks great.

[@jasonmcdaniel7878]

You could take some of that excess clear plastic tarping that you cut off the edge and make that into a door. Great video! I got to try that stick splitting method. I wonder if that method could help with getting perfect strands of bark to make natural cordage as well.

[@dchang11]

I used to bring chopsticks when I was in the Boy Scouts. My scoutmaster found it useful lol

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

Ya love my chopsticks so easy to clean just put them in the fire and make a new set ;)

[@dchang11]

exactly, i had my dishes cleaned in three minutes.

[@d.a.8335]

Thank you Fowler, I don’t watch too much TV, so I have never seen you out there, & don’t know why some people choose to be so negative & destructive on these comments... 🤪💕🌎 I learned a thing or two from this video & I so appreciate it. I do, I do, I do; so keep it going! 👍🏼👍🏼 It’s a cute large shelter too, not just a small tiny structure, you can fit in a small Family if needed. 👩‍👦‍👦 Now, could I ask; How bad is the smoke, when you build the inside fire? I may need to use some of these techniques while I though it out this winter; but I worry about too much smoke since my lungs may able to take it. BTW, it’s the 2nd video I find of yours & I just want to THANK YOU! Blessing to you all . . . 🙏🏼

[@joshautry2084]

New to this channel, absolutely love the content so far!

[@sakithaasiri8587]

When i woch out this i feel esy my life.... keep it up sir...

[@qwertz70329]

Hi Fowler, what I like is that you are doing stuff and not see my new XYZ Part 362. You have lots of Energy and an Open Mind. Keep it.

[@ericlewis77]

Can't wait to see the hard water fishing vids dude..🐟

[@scotsumner668]

Bonus points for the snapping twig montage!

[@anthonywarren3309]

if you want a little extra work try to dig an underground tunnel to the fire to the outside of structure to reduce the smoke more

[@Jeffs40K]

good vid love the slip wood idea, Ill have to try that. Should Roll the Plastic on the Stick Under s water doesn't collect in the gap, thought if you had built it so 2 the uprights were trees you could have hung a Hammock in there 8)

[@KaylynnStrain]

looks great!!!! the snow at the base will keep unwanted drafts at bay

[@patriciavyce1993]

Your gonna need Duck tape ! For those holes !👍🥰Lookin cozy !

[@FowlersMakeryandMischief]

what holes ?

[@patriciavyce1993]

Where you put the cordage,.to hold the plastic tarp. Duck tape ! Worked for me ! 👍🥰keep going ! Lookin real good !👍🥰Happy New Year ! To you and your family !👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍Bushcraft !”👍

[@cbigg81]

If you just pulled the bottom of the plastic away from the walls (guy line it out a little) would it provide the added airflow you need? And an air tunnel to the fire will help a bunch. Good work!

[@squirrelsurvival]

House looks great man!! I hope someday I can make one of these at our land.

[@kurtbaier6122]

If you make a 6 foot vertical pole wall behind the fire it may draw the smoke up away from you. Could stack rocks against it to prevent it from burning it it works.

[@jake360flip]

Can you make a video on how to make a shrink wrap firewood shed?

[@grimreaper3526]

I'm wondering if he can make a video where he goes in to the bush with a firestarter & sleepingbag....now that's survival...what he is doing is hanging in the bush with groceries, not even close to survival in any way.

[@jake360flip]

Are you alright mate?

[@TheHornedOne81]

Grim Reaper So, what he did in alone doesn't count for you? Ok. He has said, several times that this video series is to show what he used, and improvements of what he used during his 87 days on Alone. This isn't meant to be him doing a squat in the bush with nothing but a knife. It's meant to highlight things that the show didn't think were entertaining enough. I'm sorry that his wish to share knowledge offends you, because he's not 400miles from home and civilization.

[@d.a.8335]

I agree, why so much negativity? Some people just seem to have a deep rooted need to criticize & offend others, without provocation, it’s silly; STOP IT! Show your knowledge on your own video, on your OWN Channel & try to get a good following, without commenting to discourage others that do more than most.