Winter Wilderness Survival (circa 1750) Part 1 | Primitive Shelter | Bush Craft | Foraging | Pioneer

[@emmanuelbrouillette3907]

Living in the Québec province, your experience that you share is a great deal for me, I'll watch anything from you for sure! I'm getting old (mid fifties) and I just finished to gear myself for winter, wish I discovered your channel few weeks ago! Thank you so much for sharing anyway, definitely inspiring and helpful!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We’re glad you found us and that you’re finding our content useful … we appreciate your support.

[@thehonesthobo]

Of all the survival shows I have ever watched. I have never seen anyone, just make a fire place. That is like genius.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

No sense getting old and stupid to. Thanks for your interest.

[@radioactivepotato2068]

I could have listened to the tea history for days in all honesty. You're a fantastic orator, I got lost there.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. Perhaps sometimes a wee bit too much of an orator!

[@johnhelms5971]

At 67 years of age, I have done a bit of the type of camping you did in this episode and I can tell you make me envious that I am not still doing it. I have watched all of your episodes and this is my favorite so far. I love them all, but this one made me long for a few cold weather nights in the woods.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I agree John, nothing beats a cold winter night and a crackling warm fire!

[@prestonj1025]

I agree.. although here in central New York the winters can be brutal, it beats getting chewed up by mosquitoes!

[@slocumb1270]

You are a great statesman and ambassador for the history of North America. And by the way, your camera work is spot-on. Keep up the great work!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We are flattered, thank you.

[@mangle40]

I love every bit of your channel. Huge inspiration with every episode. Makes me homesick. Canadian in Texas.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Such a long way from home. I’ve never been but, heard Texas is nice. Glad you’re enjoying our channel.

[@patrickpirelli7897]

Your voice as a flow to delight all thank you for sharing

[@pinoamenta9942]

What a lovely charismatic man. Good stuff

[@aliceleyva3767]

So, no food, but plenty of building materials. Looks good to me, but I would trade some of that marvelous shack for at least pemmican.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Too funny … I was thinking the same thing about 5 days in.

[@marcusaetius9309]

Excellent fire starting technique! 👍🏻

[@shirleyanderson8441]

WAY COOL!

[@MrOldzimm]

Good video, one my favorite teas is a hand full of White Pine needles with a couple Spruce Boughs, bring them to a rolling boil for five minutes and then let it seep for five minutes, add a spoon full of honey to a mug and you got some mighty fine tea.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I will definitely try that!

[@josephinegibbs3902]

Went for a walk in the falling snow this afternoon, gathering Douglas-fir tips as I passed through my neighbors' woods. Came home and brewed a pot of Douglas-fir tea, sat down at the computer and found this video recommended (first of yours I've seen.) I was delighted when you brewed cedar tea and started talking about the history. I'll have to gather some cedar on a hike soon!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

How strange is that … all in the timing. In part 2, I cover a variety of wild edible teas.

[@Blrtech77]

Peter I Thank You and You're the Best!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You flatter me, thank you so much.

[@usiphysicalplant]

Thanks for all you do.... One of the most interesting channels on KZbin... I can't believe KZbin even lets you on...

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Wow, thank you!

[@hiluxmad]

Top class content , the camera work was fine most people dont expect Hollywood productions this was better then Irish TV programmes. Could watch and listen for hours,👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@gwendolynnowlan2427]

this dude is awesome. this is a real survivalist. no toys just real skills

[@patriciadunne3384]

You are so smart and interesting- I’m so happy I found your channel

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Patricia, I appreciate your interest.

[@mikafoxx2717]

Absolutely love it. You're a tough fellow to go without any food. I always loved how apples seem to look out for us in the late season when everything else is gone.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Good way to lose weight. Usually lose about 6 to 7 pounds on a week long outing.

[@mikafoxx2717]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Wow, makes up for all the fatback, eh? There seems to be pretty good proof that periods of scarcity make our body adapt to be better, and healthier. You seem to be doing quite well, yourself!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I do believe in the theory you suggest… what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.

[@kevinthorrington2131]

Don't be afraid to share history, it's what I look forward to. I love history!!!

[@GoldenClays1]

Thank you for this. It's was wonderful watching how you get along, and make it so enjoyable to watch!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tthomp57]

I love how you bring us into this world. You are like an 18th century Mr. Rogers. It's so peaceful to watch. Almost feels like being there. Like living there/then. Living history.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Never been compared to Mr. Rogers and I’ll take that as a compliment.Thanks for your interest.

[@Williamsarrow]

Good Job

[@johnclarke6647]

I went deer hunting in North Georgia about 50 years ago. I cooked supper in a pouring down rainstorm within my big tent, I woke up the next morning with a foot of snow on the ground and freezing to death. It was 24 degrees F. With a strong NW wind. I loaded everything in the truck and headed home. No self respecting deer would be out moving around in that cold weather and neither would I. 😢🎉

[@johnhempsall4644]

Well I’ve got to say. I thoroughly enjoy your films. Thank you my friend.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you John.

[@craigwitte2943]

Peter, I did a no provision primitive trek in November of 1979. I figured to eat well on squirrel. Did not, but I did learn that coyote aint bad eats!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I can seriously say I have never had that opportunity,lol.

[@nosaltiesandrooshere7488]

👍 Danke fürs Hochladen!

[@jaybird2593]

i love this man he knows how to servive

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@snesleywipessqueegeeservices]

Fabulous!

[@wanderlustjake]

After reading books about the longhunters and frontiersmen, this video helps bring their living conditions to life. Thank you for doing this video and all of your videos, they are interesting and inspiring. Looking forward to more.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We appreciate your kind compliment, sir.

[@Gizziiusa]

found a large cairn stone pile from the farmer who owned the land way before the Army corp of engineers bought it to make the lake. was planning on doing something very similiar to what you did here. glad you did this, and posted it...so now ill have some good tips to use when i design mine. thx a million there fella. ~gizziiusa

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Good luck with your adventure. Thanks for your interest.

[@Gizziiusa]

@@TheWoodlandEscape As Ya'll say up there in them parts "You Betcha !!!" Take care bud, and have a good one.

[@nhmountains5683]

Another five video as usual Peter. The bed in the new location looks much better and more comfortable.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It wa indeed sir!

[@OKBushcraft]

Not sure how I've not come across your channel before but I'm an instant sub! Hello from warm and sunny Oklahoma USA

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And a cold snowy hello from Canada. Thanks for your interest.

[@thatsthewayitgoes9]

Intro, amazing. Facing difficulties, you say: “ bring it on”. But, you know, if you wouldn’t put yourself out so far, you wouldn’t have 600,000 viewers! And growing. You amazing

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Nobody ever said it was going to be easy, lol. Thanks for the kind words.

[@vincentrogister5006]

I like your garb the capote (i think i spelled that right) blanket jacket is neat and that fur vest is very cool not a lot of clothes with fur anymore I think we lost our way with synthetic stuff and dont appreciate natures bounty as much as our forefathers that open hearth is awesome, Ive slept in a wool blanket with an oilskin tarp next to the fire in autumn and found that I was a bit chilly with just one blanket but I survived and managed to get about 4 hrs of sleep. Had to boil my canteen and put it by my feet and wear all my layers I gained alot of respect for the pioneers who had to endure canadian winter must have been some of the toughest people on earth

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks for sharing your story, Vincent. Nothing like first hand experience to appreciate things!

[@Cetok01]

I'm pushing 70, but still love camping and new to this channel. I found it relaxing, refreshing and informative; many lessons without preaching them. This reminded me of one of my favorite books, Allan Eckert's historical narrative 'Wilderness Empire.' Thank you, Peter.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m almost on the Eve of 70 as well. Thank you for your interest. Eckert is one of my favorite authors…you should try The Frontiersman.

[@billm9709]

Absolutely some of the very videos on KZbin today. I'll bet I try a few of those apples tomorrow.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You will not be disappointed, Bill.

[@billm9709]

Had 4 off an old tree behind my house this afternoon. Wonderful by themselves but just a touch of cinnamon and Oh! My! Thanks for this video!!

[@iamsiant]

You’re an inspiration Sir. I’m 24 years old and I’m seeking a life of homesteading and living as self sufficiently as possible. Trying to figure out the first steps towards a hard working but peaceful lifestyle. Thanks for all your wisdom. I’ll be studying as much of it as I can 👍🏻

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I wish you luck in your endeavors!

[@tWoforgamenot1]

i am 76 still learning :) good for you !

[@linusyootasteisking]

this is my exact situation as well. cool

[@jhosk]

Happy to read this,

[@simonseddon5270]

First time I watched your channel, though watched bushcraft for over 1 year . This is the best I have seen ,true bushcraft. I will now subscribe , your information about tea was brilliant. Simon Seddon 🇬🇧😀

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m flattered Simon, glad you’re enjoying.

[@jefferybublitz7968]

All of this Historical Prattle th you be spewing, is interesting to my person. In church, we call them side subjects you end up talking over, is called, "Chasing rabbits." I should like to see more of your homemade shelter building please? Thank you. Jeff B.

[@billhatcher2984]

Deer like those winter apples you might get lucky

[@mrmicro22]

You would look a long time for rectangular rocks in our glacial area. Good use of local resources.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It would take some talent to dry lay a fireplace with smooth round rocks.

[@johnclarke6647]

There is nothing like a roaring fire in cold weather.

[@OldSchoolPrepper]

so much fun to watch. You have found a new subscriber. thank you for the history and enlightenment

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you for your interest and support.

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Fine historical reenactment/historical archaeology. You found a spot with good natural resources for basic, short-term survival, even in winter.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks James, it is passion of mine to get out there and actually live history. We appreciate your interest in our Woodland Escape.

[@ballygeale1]

Great video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@unpredictable913]

7:55 Amazing! I love it!

[@kurtbaier6122]

Every vid you got me hooked for more.

[@patriciavanlouwe6636]

"Good enough for company, if I had any." Good one Peter! I so admire you and what you are doing with these videos... not just saying that because you are my little brother.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is funny when I have no script, what pops into and out of my head. Don’t realize it sometimes until the final editing is done and while watching it before release, say to my self, who the heck is that guy, lol.

[@BDAWGRANGER]

Great video, enjoyed.

[@jojox5136]

What a lovely video this is, top class

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@stunnedatsunset7649]

I just love this channel! In this episode, Peter gives us all a valuable lesson in constructing a cozy, comfortable shelter using ancient bush craft techniques. I thought the use of common source materials to build the shelter fascinating and that fireplace was just plain amazing! Thank you Peter!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you for your interest.

[@timrobinson6573]

I do multi day hiking/camping trips. Whatever I can carry is what I take and one thing you learn quickly is how heavy water is.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is indeed Tom. I use an extra wide strap on most of my trekking canteens.

[@TheLadymoonstone]

I'm ever so impressed by your moxie. I showed my brothers, the campers this video and asked if they could do that. (there going to try next camping trip) Also, the sounds in the forest at night would really freak me out. But i am sure you know what they are. Such a great video. Cheers from the pacific northwest, Canada side.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Historic trekking is a wonderful way to experience nature, I’m sure your brothers will forge some memories. Thanks for watching.

[@williamqueen8790]

Love your videos, so peaceful to watch. You Sir are a very strong man to do what you do.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you kindly

[@jantrewitt4058]

Great video, I enjoyed it very much! Glad you got the squirrel and those apples to get your body back in shape!

[@scottperry2290]

Great job, your camera work is outstanding. Content is very interesting. Look forward to your weekly program. Thank you for all your work. Glad you stayed dry

[@billm9709]

...very best videos...

[@sandydaviswhytelewis5387]

Peter ,you must know by now the activity around you the protection you have around you ,the extremely large amount of ancestors making themselves seen in this video Ahhh you know now O M G what in the world Extremely Active What was on your Land?!! Many spirits Peter Having fun with your film.

[@37silverstreak1]

I love watching your videos. They're so interesting and relaxing at the same time!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you like them!

[@daviddowd3764]

Very well done my friend!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks David.

[@rogerclyde2720]

Awesome most people would be to afraid of animals and staying over in the wilderness, we definitely have lost touch with our native wilds. You are producing living history please keep it going forward.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you very much,Roger.

[@timothylongmore7325]

Great video Peter. I feel like this was self filmed? No lovely assistant on this camp out I'm thinkin. You sure don't sugar coat it do you. Life was hard. Survival was/is no joke. Nice job striking that fire. Takes me longer with my bic. Can't wait to watch the next one.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Your bic reference gave me my first smile of the day, thanks you.

[@michaeljones5395]

Gear video! I really enjoy this type of content to showcase the challenges they endured.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We do pale by comparison to our ancestors. We appreciate your interest.

[@earlshaner4441]

Hi from Syracuse NY brother and everyone else and thank you for sharing your thoughts and adventures

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Earl.

[@JungleJargon]

Yes, do it like they had to do or at least see what we would have to do to keep out of the elements. Everything is manual labor. Getting water food and making a shelter with heat. Lots of tinder to get a fire going. Dutch oven, if you are wealthy. Food will last for weeks. Making the shelter air tight is not so easy, maybe with a lot of time and some mud. I have found that wood catches fire easily with some tinder and used candle wax.

[@ethancox2992]

Thanks for the great video i truly enjoy watching your adventures

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Ethan.

[@marieleopold1625]

I find this FASCINATING! Thank you Peter for your sharing with us SUCH a UNIQUE insight into the past. Talk about DETERMINATION and love of yesteryear! I say it's better to go back than to live in our mess of today. Eventually, we will 'all' have to go back to the land. We have pert near ruined everything and poisoned ourselves to the max with 'innovations' = Yikes! My beloved hub left early in '14 and so I had to decide where I was going to continue the rest of my life. QC called, as I had relatives and friends established there/here. My youngest son went on a vacation with me to; I'lle D'Orleans, in 2018. We were at; Holy Family Presbytery, getting a history rundown of the island. On a walkabout in the nearby cemetery, my son called me to 'Come and see.' What I saw was a memorial stone to the founding families of the island. On it was clearly marked the name of my Great, Great, Great...(I mean he was GREAT) Grandfather, who is noted to have landed in 1636. It sent a chill down my spine. I felt very connected to 'my choice' of settling in QC. Perhaps we are not as 'independent' as we think...perhaps we are being influenced by many from our past. I watch you and think; Perhaps he (grandfather) would have done the same thing. It inspires me. God Bless you n' yours! :)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Love your compassion for history, particularly that of your own clan. I thank you for sharing your story.

[@MrTastyZombie]

I just found your channel. I am hooked! I love the concept and the glimpse of the old world. Thank you.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you’re enjoying.

[@dannyburrell4014]

That fireplace/chimney is first class

[@dragonslayer7587]

Wow! What a great channel! So glad I found this! I have wondered how to build a hearth in a Bushcraft shelter! Great!

[@AsstVillageIdiot]

My grandfather was from the Pubnicos in NS and used to tell my father about extended hunting trips, which I heard about secondhand. Sometimes he went with his brothers, sometimes with a MiqMaq or a Frenchman. I heard that worked better because each group had a different take on what to do and how to do it.

[@kingrafa3938]

Your camera work is fine and not bad. Looking forward to part 2 👍🇵🇭

[@denisdegamon8224]

This brought to mind of a float trip down the Chattahoochee river when I was in the Army one late fall. We just brought very basic gear (although modern except for my black powder double shotgun... Before my buckskinning days). We hunted during the day bringing only a few vegetables, onions and potatoes with us from home. I got a rabbit and a duck. Cooked the rabbit on a spit and baked the duck in the ground. Our Sgt Major got a buck deer and we had smoked backstrap, duck and rabbit feast enough for our entire six man party. It was a memorable trip. Thanks for the memory.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That sounds like an amazing trip … my kinda holiday! Thanks for sharing the story.

[@scarlethenderson6510]

Always love your exciting adventures thank you so much for sharing I'm a little late this week I've been busy but I'm catching up I'm going to watch the next one after I get through with this one I'm so excited

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We’re flattered Scarlet and a Merry Christmas to you and your clan.

[@metroplexchl]

Coyotes calling is one of my all time favorite sounds in the wild. Exciting episode! Look forward to the rest.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Mine as well … haunting yet soothing!

[@Hallnout]

Good evening Peter. Fantastic job self recording. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and cooking recipes. It's always a pleasure and we eagerly await the next one. Thanks again and hope all are well in neck of the woods.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

As long as I am in the woods my friend, than all is well!

[@thomashartman7983]

I quite enjoyed your the tea lesson. So don't feel bad about how long it was.

[@kevinscudamore2711]

Don’t apologise for the facts always very interesting/ take some of those apple pips home 2 years maybe have some fruit 👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@johnclarke6647]

Take some MRE’s or C Rats with you. Making bannock is also easy and does not take to many ingredients, except flour, salt and water. It is also highly energy efficient. My French ancestors were named Reneau. They were Huguenots who came into VA in 1700 after the Edict of Nantes in 1685.

[@OverOnTheWildSide]

This is excellent, I look forward to part 2.

[@jeffgrier8488]

Thanks for taking us along on your adventure!

[@johncheevers6018]

Sir, a lot of the woodcraft I'm quite familiar with. Your knowledge of history, and manner of telling, I find very interesting. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you John.

[@Curlew-Corner]

So interesting. You're a star. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@Muleeardave]

I've said it before and I'll say it again your channel is one of my absolute favorite channels every video you share is amazing!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We are flattered sir, thank you.

[@Nerdperior]

Love the going out into the woods without provisions. Super good idea and it makes the video 100x more intresting than otherwise

[@lewisvillalta2492]

Excellent advice and content 👌 you are one of the kind sir 👍 God bless you always

[@lawrencekeller6029]

Peter, this is where I found you this video 7 months or so ago. Have been hooked ever since LOL I have going back and catching the ones I haven't seen yet. See you on the next one!

[@jamesyork3125]

Always great and informative videos. Thanks Brother.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks for watching.

[@paulsimmons390]

I have watched quite a few wilderness camp outs and most would freeze . I have camped in Colorado when it was 60 below o. Your camp makes sense Great job.

[@allenharris1069]

Outstanding. Looking forward to the next one.

[@russellrlf]

Impressive! I love these liv ing history videos and this one is cream of the crop. I wish I had 1/10th of this mans energy!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you like them! Perhaps you only see the energetic part of me while the camera is running, lol.

[@russellrlf]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I was exhausted after 2 minutes of watching! lol

[@CLBoutdoors]

This was a good one.

[@markivany5253]

Love these videos. Keep them coming.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Mark.

[@tacticaltonto3777]

That's the stuff dreams are made of..!!!!!! I live vicariously through you...... Well done.

[@timsheridan3987]

Great job! Looking forward to the next chapter. I really enjoy how you always throw a brief history lesson in keep up the good work

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@harrymills2770]

Some of that history, especially things like cedar tea, could save your life.

[@Pnanasnoic]

Superb video! Cheers, friend.

[@XxXx-dk3wb]

Perfect Thank You

[@ProfoundConfusion]

I'm loving your videos. Thank You.

[@PeggyDeKay]

What a wonderful video. I am amazed and impressed by your resourcefulness and self-reliance. Thank you for posting such an inspirational video. Well done!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Peggy.