Winter Wilderness Survival in the 1700's |PRIMITIVE SHELTER|STARTING FIRE WITH FLINTLOCK

Peter snowshoes into the bush and makes a primitive shelter. He uses his flintlock as an ignition source for the fire. He cooks a venison roast for supper and bannock and fat back for breakfast.
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Featuring - Peter Kelly
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[@EarlyAmerican]

You are a rare individual, Peter. Most men even fresh out of high school don't have the amount of energy that you have. And you have the kind of wisdom that only comes with age. You're a walking encyclopedia of how-to's. Another incredible video well done!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. Wish we lived a bit closer it would be a hoot to share a campfire with you guys.

[@mikekares-b8q]

Petter looks like the snows not very deep we're your setting up camp.But You do get around pretty good in those primitive snow shoes . Great content You are literally living the Dream . That's the fun of it .

[@gregoryblakeslee5601]

Sir, I love your videos so much. I watch them over and over..... I envy you SIR.... And thank you for reminding us how precious GOD'S animals are... We certainly can learn a lot thru them..... Thanks again Sir... Greg from mohawk valley, upstate NY...

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Your words are very encouraging in terms of keeping the channel going, Greg. Thank you so much.

[@dkbibi]

That's one happy man or I never saw one!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Happy is easy, sad takes way too much work!

[@matthewleberfinger1515]

Love it

[@gdreilly]

Great video of what you love doing!!

[@markbehr88]

Excellent video. I felt I was out there with you.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Mark

[@mikedkc]

That was great!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Mike.

[@heru-deshet359]

Enjoying that hearty meals deserves a hearty like.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And a hearty, thank you!

[@martinmeltzer2696]

Hey Peter! I love watching how the gear "rides" as you go along. Watching you set up camp was a Master Class on how to do it. Each task flowed effortlessly into the next, with a long practiced smoothness and efficiency. I shall make it a point to remember "The Four W's... Wind, Wool, Water, and Wood". This was a joy to watch! Thank you!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Martin. I have had a wee bit of practice at it and trust me when I say, it did not flow so easily in the start.

[@martinmeltzer2696]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Dad always said that the hallmark of an expert was making something difficult look easy! Some learning curves are steeper than others; and practice really does make perfect. Thanks for passing on your expertise, enthusiasm, and obvious joy about being outdoors and the 18th Century lifestyle.

[@pinetree9343]

Yep. Agreed. Thank you for teaching me the 4 W's of Winter survival

[@ianandresen2326]

That was a beautiful video! For the last month my wife and I have gone snowshoeing on Monday nights after her work on our 100acre wood property! I make dinner over the camp fire and we watch the stars! It is my favorite time of the year to camp as well!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

So few actually get out and embrace the season … good for you guy’s.

[@jeffgrier8488]

Thanks for taking us along with you, it was quite a relaxing video to watch. I must admit that there's nothing like camping under a tarp shelter with a blanket, especially during a time of the year when there's no mosquitos.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

When people say these videos relax them, it makes the effort all worth while.

[@denisewhite309]

Ohh this made me think. I always thought a flash in the pan related to a miss fire but what if instead it referred to fire making? I really enjoyed this, thank you.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Perhaps both!

[@tanyaperrin1218]

So my husband and I love watching your lovely channel…. and have been watching you since you had only three videos. We just got out of the pool and saw a new video, and brrrrrr! I had to grab a blanket to finish watching! Can you tell me where your little kettle can be purchased from? Thanks

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Just out of the pool? You don’t live near me I take it,lol. We certainly appreciate your support. As to the kettle … if your referring to my coffee pot, I got it a flea market some 30 years ago and it has been my companion on many a trek since. If it is the tin billy, you might try Park House Museum, they have great products and great prices.

[@richardliles4415]

I really enjoyed the camping trip, it all looked so well thought out. Thank you for bringing us along.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Richard

[@warrenvalentino5763]

Thank You So Very Much for making this video. it makes me think of what i can bring in my backpack when i go for a hike/hunting in the forests were i live. :)

[@jamesellsworth9673]

I have always wanted to see a reliable guide spend a winter's night under a simple tarp and in front of a long fire; comforted by wool blankets! Nessmuk writes about it...and you show how!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Quite cozy it one goes about it right … you should give it a try.

[@robertborchers4314]

Hello again my friend, with your experience and expertise maybe you could do an in-depth care and maintenance of the weapons, if I’ve missed one you have done I guess I need too look further for the iconic ( wee bit of history)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I did do an episode on fine tuning a lock and restoring a 25 plus year old Bess! Thanks for your interest.

[@handsomedan1997]

These videos are so awesome, especially after a long shitty day at work. Thanks again

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad it was able to wind you down.

[@EXARCWithGrandpop]

Great video. Just be careful with that AX. I know you were not swinging hard, but if you missed it could have gone into your leg. Always stand clear of the ax path. I know I sound like a dork, but I enjoy your videos. I would hate for you to get hurt andyou miss a week :-)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I appreciate the concern Anthony.

[@erickschmidt3828]

I just plug the touch hole than put a piece of char cloth in the pan Really like yr shows

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yup , that works as well. Glad your enjoying our series.

[@bobboyer9440]

Tried winter camping with just the basics. Somewhat of a failure as compared to your adventure. Will try it again this winter and be much better prepared. I had learned to look at my pile of firewood and double the amount and that was my salvation.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Have fun, with practice you’ll love it!

[@8626John]

What a great video. Thanks so much for sharing your camp with us.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

My pleasure John.

[@lancemitchell2142]

Peter who's the maker of your coffee pot. I really like that style

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

No idea, Lance. I found it at a flea market some 30 years ago and it has been a constant companion on.my treks since.

[@joselugo9973]

Thank you for another of your very enjoyable videos. I see a lot of people from campers to suvivalists use the same kind of lean-to tent you used in this video, but I wonder if the rain comes from the front of the lean-to at a steap angle won't the rain soak you like you have no cover at all. Will an army style pump tent or an indian style tee-pe protect you better from any angle the rain comes from. I see a lot of pictures from the Civil War where they used pump style tents.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I do have a small oiled canvas that rolls down the front and it generally keeps me tolerably dry.

[@dfdale1]

Some.....thing, Calls... To Me ,The Trees Are Drawing Me Near,I've Got To Find Out why ! On behalf of Myself and The moody Blues !,We Salute you !

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Very kind sir!

[@JoeSmoe-uy8oh]

Job very well done little brother I am 65 years old and wish my health would let me get back out there I've been a out doors woods man most all my life loved every day of it you learn more about your self and capabilities and to be self reliant not having to depend on any one or anything job well done my brother of the woods ps chuck a

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Appreciate that, Chuck.

[@maryquinn1496]

Love your channel and learning the old ways. Very interesting and educational!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks so much, Mary.

[@chadk9532]

What a way to start a fire! First time ever seeing or hearing about that method it took right off! Thanks again for a great video my friend.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

My pleasure, Chad.

[@munchkin5674]

You can also also just stick a piece of char cloth in the lock and then transfer the ember to a prepared tender bundle. Its a good idea to collect tender as you find it on your trek as sometimes the fire us the first thing you might want to get started with or weather might have dampened tender too much at your campsite.

[@mikafoxx2717]

Love the wool leg wrappings, something we overlook so much these days. Absolutely love all the period stuff and knowledge to use it. Jealous of all that wool. Finding good wool pants is a pain. My favorite wool article is a hand spun and knitted wool touque with a whale knitted in brown wool. No idea where it came from or how old it is but it's a trusted outdoor companion.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Nothing beats a well worn, well loved garment that you hate to see the day it wears out. Thanks for watching.

[@ashleyanderson2859]

Appreciate your efforts and dedication. Always a delight to see another fine video. Something as simple as a gourd has a multitude of uses. Canteen,plate,and bowl. I believe I read in the early colonies they had a great desire for the versatile gourd. Thanks again and keep your powder dry!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I we appreciate your support. I believe one of first to ever comment an a very loyal follower. Watch your top knot, Ashley.

[@williamharper6730]

I have been watching the video of your camping survival trip. Very informative. However, I am puzzled by one thing. I am 77 years old and I have been on many, many similar trips. Why would you take along a double bit axe? I have never seen you use more than a belt axe for such excursions. Also, you don’t use any kind of protective covers for your axe. Just think that’s a bit odd, is all.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

We’ll Bill, I am a tad odd. You are very observant. I was unsure of the extent of axe work I would need and the big guy fells a lot of trees in short order. I do normally cover my axes when carrying as a safety precaution should one slip and fall. As I recall, it got left back at my cabin.

[@swhod2190]

The way you pulled your truck from your parfleche reminded me of the Banana Man from Captain Kangaroo.

[@OverOnTheWildSide]

I’m sitting here by my own fire waiting for my dinner to cook while watching yours. Thanks for sharing, such an excellent job you do.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Appreciate the feedback.

[@kimsutton2268]

Thanks for sharing and showing us how to survive when times get hard blessings to all

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Kim.

[@nicholascowan3344]

You should try cooking and eating a robin. I eat the and they are tasty. just salt pepper and butter

[@tammyevans7333]

I would l ive like that today, I think it would be so rewarding. Thank you for this

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Our pleasure Tammy, glad you’re enjoying.

[@milliebanks7209]

Every time I watch you I think of Simon Kenton! He was the most interesting man I have ever read about thanks to you! He had his faults but he was a true mans man! Go Simon! Great video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Flattered Millie.

[@jasondunlap4942]

This reminds me of the time when I was 12 years old. I slept outside in a two person A frame Coleman tent. My parents said I wouldn't make it through the night. I piled up snow in the front which was where the wind was blowing from. Took my sleeping bag and two blankets with me, Slept like a baby the whole night with temps in the teens. Thanks for another great video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I also owned a Coleman tent (orange as I recall). It would develop a life long passion for camping and simply being in the wild. Sounds to me like you were a smart young fellow.

[@ragnar8390]

Shared struggles of bretheren in the upper and lower colonies.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed!

[@SirFrederick]

At one reenactment we need to heat some water to clean our muskets. So, I used my musket to start the fire. Had an audience for that.

[@archielynn3663]

i l8ve your vids im going to try that fire gun trick today with my whitetail flintlock

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Works ever time. Appreciate your kind words.

[@PatrickKnowles2024]

It's illegal to keep feathers if you aren't a federally recognized Native American. Not just eagle feathers but all hawk osprey crows owls buzzards woodpeckers -any thing that cannot be hunted in season is illegal for anyone who's not tribal to use. That's our right, not just anyone's.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You are spot on. All the feathers I use are wild Turkey and yes, taken in a legal hunting season. They are hand painted to resemble hawk or eagle feathers.

[@8626John]

This is one of my favorite videos of yours. I love how snug and trim your camp looks. I'd still love to see a video on your tarp, but I know you have much bigger fish to fry. Lol.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’ve found the key to comfort is to eliminate the wind. Just a slight breeze can make winter trekking intolerable.

[@marieleopold1625]

I watch U in the cold outdoors and know I could NOT do it. For one thing I need to feel 'secure'. You know...a cabin around me when the bears meander through. Guess I'm a wuss at heart. Your 4 'W's' for survival R followed by my 3 'W's' of why I won't try. 1st; Wet. 2nd; Wild and 3rd; Worn. To feel 'wet or damp', then worry about the 'wild things' that come out at night and snap twigs, means a night spent worrying...I'd B 'worn' out. You marvel at birds in nature Peter, and say we're not tough but comparing 'feathers and fur' to skin, only proves who was meant to live outdoors and whom indoors (my take). I was wondering why you brought no bannock along for your trek and then; Voila! You made it. I take it your nod-while-munchin' means; MMmm HMmm Good! Thanks 4 your time/talents shared and fine Catherine's steady hand. You remind me of this line of; Scott Fitzgerald's; "...I love not man the less, but nature more." Health and God Bless!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Once again Marie, you have made my day and I thank you. “I love not man less, but nature more” is such a profound quote. Thanks for sharing

[@JF-fv6ld]

I really enjoyed your video. Just found your channel today. I will be watching more and catching up. What you are showing folks is awesome. Back in the late '80s and through the '90s I did mountain man reenactments. And also belong to a group that was involved in doing the same.I hand made All my buckskin clothes, blanket coats, and camp equipment. One of our first blue butt campouts, turned out to be a record-breaking -14° f very cold night. Our group, and everyone I met at rendezvous, agreed, the pioneers and the frontiersman had to be some of the strongest toughest people to ever to live like that day after day after day.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That is for sure!!!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

I have already profited from watching this video. I would ADD a woods-wise friend who would erect a mirror setup to yours across from the long fire. Companionship and more retained warmth for both of us would be the payoff. Of course, we would envy you your tender and juicy venison joint, since ours are always tough. If we COULD cook one like yours, we would also offer bannock to go with it to sop up the juices. Our 'Period' would be no earlier than a black powder cartridge in a rifle with a magazine. We would not need such a big, 'honkin' trade knife to do our work; nor would we bring the huge double-bit ax for a short camp. Bring on the snow!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yup, that opposing shelters works amazingly well. Our snow has finally gone this week and I kinda miss it already.

[@unpredictable913]

Ay ay ay, you are brave! After watching this video, rest assure I will go to cook some bacon, I am hungry. Thank you for another "cold adventure" not to say freezing experience. Rock on. Peter!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Enjoy your fat back.

[@BarnesRanch]

Yet another great video! Thank you so much for taking us along! Respect for being that though and pulling this through! May I ask what material your „flour-bag“ is made from? I tried linen but the weaving wasn’t dense enough and I had problems with flour dust. Tried to line it with a beeswax and boiled linseed oil mix. Worked but got a nasty smell to it now. Beeswax alone will turn out to stiff I’m afraid m. Can you give me an advice here? Thank you! And thank you for sharing!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I actually use linen but, it is real heavy weigh material and seems to be quite tight. I also use brain tanned deer hide. Pillow ticking is also a great material for food bags.

[@badbadbob1]

I enjoy the winter camp you put together. The music from the flute can be turned down 5 notches when editing the video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks for your interest and feedback, Bob.

[@timber123doddle]

Again, great job! I had started rereading some of Mark Baker’s old articles and along with your video I was looking forward to some spring time camps. Keep up the good work.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Mark’s stuff is really good. I can see you rustling through your gear in preparation.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

New to the channel. Love it. Cheers!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you and we appreciate your interest and support.

[@williameddy7217]

Great Video as always, it would be great if you would do a video about everything to do with jennie , powder , ball patch. loads in detail What her stock and ram rod are made of just everything. Would be very interesting Thanks 🙏

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks William and that is food for thought for an episode.

[@blackspruceroutes]

so restful to watch....i strive to live a simple life close to the land also...you are educational and inspiring my freind...Merci ;-)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I appreciate your kind words.

[@jmpsthrufyre]

I always pictured it dirtier...

[@lae52]

Another good video. I've always had a sweet spot for Michigan axes. Yours sounds like a good one, It has a ring to it. I also noticed that Jennie is looking well used (not abused).

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is a good one and as far as tools go, “if you take care of them, they’ll take care of you”.

[@nathanmccarthy5532]

maybe this is why there should be a huge EMP to decimate all technology and then more people can learn how to be self sufficient. Big respect to Peter, love your videos man thank you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Appreciate the feedback, Nathan.

[@Tossdart]

Really enjoyed you periodization show & also watched your making moccasins. Alberta Canada here. How cold have you tested your shelter. We just had -50 no wind added. Tipi is I think best even if small. I find methods that are okay over a night fail in longer go due to exhaustion getting wood & food.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The absolute coolest I’ve ever experienced while historically trekking was -42 and it will forever be etched in my brain. I’ve gone as long as a week without taking any food with me and your absolutely correct. Cutting and bring in wood is about 1/3 of each day. Checkout our playlist if you wish to see some longer treks. Thanks for your interest.

[@Tossdart]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I meant in this type of shelter. I really like your channel. I like the period of from when I was born until now & explore with my favorite rifles with my fave being my Remington Model 700 in 30-06 & same in .300 win mag. Too many grizzly out here & other big nasties. I carry Remington 870 in 12 gauge when bow hunting. I kinda came to a way of thinking as my step father born 1914 used a Winchester Model 94 in 38-55. I have it & may shoot a moose with it one day but almost alway reach for my 06. I guess I am saying for me to go in bush everything I use has to work always. How cold for blanket? Remember some people can't sort things & will mimic to their own demise?

[@bobbymiller1414]

Talk about Walkman Walt Whitman is my 23rd cousin he's related to my family this book is very cool and he used to take care of the wounded soldiers at the hospitals well thank you for this video old memories back

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

An amazing man and most certainly my favorite poet!

[@ehyman4415]

Great video. Thank you. They would also use char cloth under frizzen.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@munchkin5674]

Not the most comfortable, tolerable suffering. Have you ever met or trekked with Mark Baker?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Be not met Mark but I admire that he was able to regenerate interest in early history. As for trekking, anyone with a passion for history and who is crazy enough to try it makes a fine companion in my books

[@larryreese6146]

"The lack of power to take joy in outdoor nature is as real a misfortune as the lack of power to take joy in books." Theodore Roosevelt

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Love that quotation!

[@lancehenderson7249]

Love the video, great camp. Almost lost your bacon. Keep your powder dry

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Close indeed. I’d have just brushed it off and threw it back in the skillet . Watch your top knot, Lance.

[@rchristie5401]

ilmfao!!! When condidtion are bad for snowshoes. This video.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

They were not great, pretty much the end of winter.

[@Slowhandinnawoods]

Do you have a pattern for your coat? I have a knee length capote, but it's not the best for trekking through snow without snowshoes on, or doing heavy work in as the bottom tends to tie my legs up

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Cathy used a capote pattern from Northwest Traders. She hated cutting up that beautiful blanket!

[@outlawfarms6961]

Just found your chanel & subscribe trying to find a chanel that will do survival winter skills with horses

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. We used to raise Canadian horses. Miss those days.

[@CanadienWoodsman]

The incredible thing about us is the variety of environment we can survive in. We are the most versatile.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

One needs to be resourceful, that’s for sure and for certain!

[@jant4741]

This is eye candy many can feel speaking from one’s ancestral DNA.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I believe there is a portion of ones brain that has genetic memory of our roots as humans. Why else the pure pleasure of looking at a campfire.

[@benbetterby6456]

AMAZING video!!! Please make more! This is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks very much Ben, glad your enjoying.

[@glenharvey7195]

I'm not certain but it sure sounds like the blue jay may be interested in a cup of coffee also??

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The natives believed when blue jays squawks it means a warning.

[@stannelson2582]

Well done…..content presentation execution production. ✅✅✅✅

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Wow, thanks Stan, flattered indeed.

[@dougm5341]

Fabulous video Peter. Curious, does your wife come out with you, or does she stay home?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

She often camps out with modern gear in order to do the filming.

[@aggieduke1]

Very good Peter. Looked pretty cold to this Texas boy though.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Actually got a wee bit tropical at times in my shelter. Temperature hovered just below freezing.

[@shawndonohoe2789]

This might be a dumb question but what was the reasoning for having a 2 headed axe?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Not actually period correct for my persona. Came from Sweden, mid 1800’s. It was designed to allow a tree feller to edges to work with in a long day and sharpened back at the shanty at night. Increased productivity. The homesteaders liked them and kept one side sharp for felling and one dull for splitting.

[@bushcraftpopolsku4107]

Regards Bushcraft Traditional. Amazing video! 😃 What is this music?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Music is provided by a couple of fellow musician friends from Nova Scotia.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@HallnoutMhall]

Hello Peter and thank you for taking us along. I look forward with excitement to your next video release every week and to get two, well thats even better.Winter is quickly winding down here. We're suppose to reach 45° today with 70° tomorrow for Saturday and then back to rain/snow Monday. Majority of the spring/summer time critters have arrived this week reminding us that spring is soon coming. Great seeing Jenny lending a helping hand with fire making and another to-do checked off your list. Thanks again and till next time friend stay well.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The transition from winter to spring is a tough time in the bush.

[@bradsmith6379]

Peter I greatly enjoy your videos and always look forward to the next one. I have spent most of my life outdoors and a good many years living in various log cabins around the Musquodoboit Valley. My health has forced me to move closer and closer to the wood stove over the years. Your very lucky to be able to carry on with your life style and I look forward to living vicariously through your videos. Best regards Brad Smith (Tinkers Hollow)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Your a man of my own heart,Brad. Not sure where the area you describe is? We appreciate your interest in our step back in time efforts.

[@greywindLOSP]

I wonder how many porcupine deer roasts have been enjoyed in the same way in the last 300yrs? Spot on sir, a good life....ATB

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I suspect a lot!

[@glenharvey7195]

The Irish ballad made the video my friend!!!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@stevefisher2121]

Outstanding video - one of your best yet!!!!! For some reason I love these "old school" winter camping videos. More please!!!! God bless and take care.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Steve … given it is one of my favorite pastimes, there’ll be more to come.

[@manuelwebe]

Fascinating. I was wondering if the 1700s people would sleep in those conditions with their moccasins on (probably very wet after walking in the snow all day). Did you sleep with them on? Thanks for sharing.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I always carry a second pair kept dry rolled into the bedroll blankets. When I turn in, I put on nice warm dry ones and hand the wet pair to dry overnight. I use bear grease to help make them a wee bit more waterproof.

[@manuelwebe]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Excellent! Thank you

[@rogerclyde2720]

You make it look easy but I’m sure it isn’t. The Wool coat is awesome did you make it as well? Roger P.S, the first of our family came to the U.S.A. In 1792

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

My WifeCathy sewed that fine capote, Roger. Good to see someone who knows a wee bit about their family history.

[@rogerclyde2720]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Origin Scotland near the Firth of Clyde River, Alla the family name

[@HeatherNaturaly]

Mountain Lions and wolves and bears.. oh MY!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

None of the above here but, a lot of coyote howling. I think they liked the smell of my supper. Lots of bears here but, they are all sleeping, lol.

[@jimf1964]

Odd question, but I noticed you doing a bit of knife work, and it got me wondering if there was a blade grind that was much more typical than the other then. Did they use hollow grind like the Bowie knife, flat grind? Probably not scandi grind. As for humans not being tough, of course not, but to be fair, we originated in much warmer climates, then learned to adapt to pretty much everywhere on the earth. Show me a squirrel that can do that. To me, one of the beauties of nature is how well everything just "fits". It’s almost perfection. I say almost, because nature is always changing too. Perhaps that’s one reason we often feel like we don’t belong, or fit in. Because we’ve learned to adapt nature to us, and not visa versa.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You are spot on about the evolution of our species… e. Did I did evolve in temperate climates and our red squirrel won’t do so well. Most metal work was hand filed for a brighter finish but, due to the labour required most knives were left in the rough except for the cutting edge.

[@jimf1964]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Interesting. So you’re saying they would basically be a flat grind? So the Bowie, with its hollow grind would probably have been more of a 19th century thing?…..oh, and this brings up shaving. I have been using a straight edge for some time. Any idea if their razors would have been the same, with a hollow grind? This little topic has suddenly become so interesting! And as always, thank you for taking the time to respond.

[@archielynn3663]

aint ya worried bears cats coys comeing to get food where you ate? how do ya keep them from a visit? and what can ya do if so ya got bear spray? i had a bear try to get in my tent 1956 no food no spray he stuck its head into to side of my tent you could see it was a big bear i said hey loud it did it again and huffed came hard into the side of the tent i back handed it as hard as i could in its nose i mean hard it ran off i went and slept in the car that night i looked out as it ran off it was big when i cane out of that tiny tent i pulled my deer gun out i was ready but scared shakey wow be safe man

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Wow, that is quite the situation you had there but, it sounds like you dealt with it well. Those pesky bears hibernates here in the winter but, can be a problem in the summer.

[@jeffrdnck7973]

Love these videos! Where can I find a coffee pot like the one you are using

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Might need to do a whole lot of looking. Found it in a flea market 30 or so years ago. It has been my companion on countless treks since.

[@rocar716]

Now im hungry. 😋

[@edmazzeo1985]

love the video ,peter. is that an original flintlock( antique)...what kind is it . love artifacts . thanks brother...

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is an reproduction of an early English Trade Musket, that I built. It is a ,62 smoothbore. We appreciate your interest, Ed.

[@edmazzeo1985]

@@TheWoodlandEscape thanks,peter...

[@munchkin5674]

As I see that the camera is moving, what is your camera person eating and where will that person (your wife?) be sleeping on this adventure?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

My wife Cathy treks out each day to my site and treks back home for the night. At least one of us is sane,lol.

[@munchkin5674]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Wow! I hope the trek isn’t very far and not in the dark! I assume she brings extra provisions each day too. : )

[@kathkwilts]

That broad brimmed hat sure looks like felted wool to me…

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is indeed, Kathy.

[@bessiemann7468]

My brother is a mountain man at heart, he can camp on the coldest snowy day. He knows how to survive I enjoyed your video. Those potatoes sure sounds good My granny used to bake them in hot ashes

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Their darn tasty, Bessie,but,I fine most food cooked an open fire tasty.

[@robertborchers4314]

Peter, I’m getting in the black powder culture have acquired a few flintlock rifles being retired what are you doing for corrosion I use bear grease as well as ballistol you don’t worry your weapon gets wet. Would love to speak to you

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I do use bear grease, but for the inside of the barrel and lock I used bear oil which has been rendered 5 to 6 times making a finer oil than sewing machine oil. A few tapes on the tumbler and you can literally watch it walk around the moving parts. I never use any petroleum products.

[@robertborchers4314]

@@TheWoodlandEscape thanks for the reply, do you put any grease on the raw wood in barrel channel and other areas under butt plate, as mine are raw wood in those areas, and yes use bear grease and oil as you do, sometimes a cloth with Ballistol. High humidity here in southern Indiana so always wiping down the Kibler colonial .54, and custom build .36, thanks for your time and Fantastic channel. Someday if you make trek to Friendship Indiana let me know not far of trek for me. Robert

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

@@robertborchers4314 I pull the barrel 4 or five times a year, card out only rust with 0000 steel wool and wipe liberal amount of bear grease into the barrel groove.

[@MBW4449]

I like your canteen. Is it made from a gourd?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It is a gourd.

[@robertborchers4314]

Thankks for building my confidence on not worrying a we bit of rust

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Think of it as patina versus detrimental!

[@robertborchers4314]

@@TheWoodlandEscape you hit the nail on the head as I say. Please continue doing what you do inspires myself to learn much more

[@bobmiller4383]

Looks like another fun adventure , Peter. Winter certainly is a magical time in the woods. Not for the inexperienced if trekking alone. As demonstrated, the flintlock firearm could always be counted on to start a fire, and plugging the vent to do so was actually a pretty common thing. I've read a few accounts of evidence of bullets imbedded in the log wall of a cabin across from a fireplace :- ]

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Bob for giving me my evening laugh!

[@dfdale1]

curious sir ) if back in the day, natives would come upon your camp,what would be the procedure providing they didnt kill you out right?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Most would cautiously welcome them unless there was a war or conflict going on that had different tribes allied with different European groups. On the frontier many made their livelihood from native trade.

[@larryreese6146]

Share another quote with you, and you tell me who. Hope I don't misquote because it's from memory. "And I stopped to make the acquaintance of a flower, for an hour or a day and I asked the rock whither it was going.. I camped where darkness found me, caring no more than the leaf for the hour or the place. And this was freedom, a pure natural source for immortality. " Good journey, my friend.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Life is just that Larry, a good journey. As to the poem I’m thinking Walt Whitman, perhaps Song of Myself. It also was the ring of Emily Dickinson.

[@larryreese6146]

@@TheWoodlandEscape John Muir

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks and I love John Muir. Like to think of him as the grandfather of conservation.

[@TheMacRiada]

You can roast sweet potatoes the same way by setting them in the coals .Usually takes 45 min to an hour depending on size.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’ve done it that way a couple of times and they are delicious. Mind you, anything cooked over an open tastes great!

[@TheMacRiada]

@@TheWoodlandEscape yep. I was garrison cook for 3 years for the Ft Toulouse Marines. I’m now doing Grenadier (Regt de Guyenne) and occasionally French colonial marine. Just got a Fusil de Chase and am planning to go take some deer next season. Would love to see an episode on hunting to include stalking, etc.

[@matthewleberfinger1515]

Why would you cut all the limbs off

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Not sure I understand your question.

[@caseyoingo6440]

I too wonder about the small animals in our cold climate, how do the Chickadees and their tiny little bodies make it through a winter ❄️ I love getting outside in the cold winter and challenging myself also and do a bit of cooking, I just do it a little differently than you🙂 Great video thank you!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The heart rate of these smaller creatures must be a wee bit faster than mine, lol. Good for you getting out in the winter when so many simply hole up.

[@kevinlichaczewski2726]

Kevin motto

[@stevehems3078]

Please Peter what is your recipe for Bannock.... I tried and it was a stodgy sticky burnt mess... any help would be appreciated.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

2 cups of flour, one teaspoon of baking soda (you can substitute white ash from the fire) and a 1/3 of a teaspoon of salt. Hot oil and you're there. Maple syrup to dip it in is amazing.