-20⁰ Winter Bushcraft - Tarp Camp with Wool Blankets & Long Fire
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Winter is finally here and it's brought some frigid cold temperatures. In this episode I venture out to the frozen wilderness with a simple kit including a tarp shelter and two wool blankets. Despite the cold I'm able to get a comfortable camp set up, enjoy a few delicious meals cooked over the campfire, and stay warm thanks to a hot-burning long fire. Thank you to everyone who watches! God bless.
Extra Info:
Temperatures during this trip - During the day it was -15⁰C (5⁰F) and during the night it got down to -28⁰C (-18⁰F)
What about wildlife? - Bears are sleeping the winter away in their dens. Wolves and mountain lions in this area are very timid towards people. Encountering dangerous wildlife is uncommon but I do carry a form of protection just in case.
Bannock/Pan Bread recipe - 1 cup flour, 1/2 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt. Mix dry ingredients thoroughly. Add ~1/2 cup of water to form a thick dough. Pan fry over low heat for 10-15 minutes.
Beaver Tail/Cinnamon Sugar Fry Bread recipe - 1/2 cup flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 3 teaspoons white sugar, 2 teaspoons butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix ingredients thoroughly until butter is broken down to form a dry crumbly mix. Add enough water to form a thick dough. Thin dough to ~1/4 inch. Fry over medium heat until both sides are golden brown. Top with cinnamon sugar or topping of choice.
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There is something about these videos. So calming, so soothing.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@raybo34
3 ай бұрын
Indeed.
@steadyshakey6599
3 ай бұрын
Fuckin right
@federicocarnebale
3 ай бұрын
Its the sound of nature and his voice
@ClassicallyNamed
3 ай бұрын
It's because Biden is president and the world is full of chaos. You need to tie back to a calm, non-political environment to ground and center yourself. Your brain is literally seeking it out artificially from YT because it's the easiest recourse for you to get something similar.
“Coldest is got was -28 degrees, so not TOO TOO bad.” Mad respect. 🔥🔥
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in!!
@Mutaracha1
3 ай бұрын
I see a hint there he may be canadian
@robertlevy105
3 ай бұрын
Nah, this guy is a loser hot weather camper pretending to sleep in the cold.
@danielsingh9415
3 ай бұрын
It's not Vancouver, rarely below -18°C that's the coldest I've ever experienced, but my sis lives in Winter-peg so she knows c-c-cold
@WilliamLaroche1.618
2 ай бұрын
And the man only has a thin whool blanket 😂😂😂
You can tell how cold it is by the crush of the snow under your feet. There is something about this kind of weather that makes me feel alive. So invigorating... Even now at my age.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
I'll take a frosty winter day over the summer heat any day! Thanks for watching!
A simple shelter , a nice fire , somehow it helps ease some of the stress . Thanks 👍
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
What a great video. I hot tent camped with my teenage son last weekend in 2 degree F weather, and that was with a stove, tent and big fluffy sleeping bags. We decided that was our limit. You, sir, are on another level 😊
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear you got out to enjoy the outdoors! Sounds like a great time. Thanks for watching!!
Good to see you’re back!
Such competency, coupled with contentment. That’s what’s so calming about these videos, this guy isn’t fighting nature and winning, he’s just enjoying it in such a calm skillful way. How much fun it’d be to cultivate skills like this.
Real clever with the ridge pole tied off like that 👍🏻
as a First Nation, its really cool to see you share our bannock bread!!! I love your videos man!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Bannock is one of my go-to camp foods. Certainly one of my favourites! Thank you so much for watching!
@searchingfornessie8410
13 күн бұрын
I'm 35 years old and I first tried Bannock near moosanee when I was 10 years old. Cooked in a teepee. It was absolutely delicious and one of the coolest experiences I've ever had.
Great trip, Kusk. Once you got that first fire going, it's game-on! I enjoy your practical, non-commercialized approach, and appreciate your resourcefulness. Thanks for sharing another great video!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in! I appreciate the continued support. Happy trails my friend!
Brother Kusk👍👍 Your approach to and easiness of enjoying the wild is much appreciated, few wilderness content creators show their true ability to live simply for the experience as you do. You have proven time and again "the more you know the less you need" scenario. There's too many creators out there that carry every new gadget, gizmo and gear, too complicated, which makes watching you that much more pleasurable. Breakfast sweet bread looked amazing, trying it out today unfortunately no campfire but thanks for the recipe. Good fire, good food, good time, thanks for the work. Stay safe and vigilant, see ya soon.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words! I hope the fry bread turns out good for you. Hope to see you in the next one! Happy trails.
@vempriex
3 ай бұрын
Agreed on the many content creators that carry every new gadgets, electrical source, expensive shit I cannot afford ,etc...more like luxury camping than TRUE camping. Now this is true outdoor camping using the available resources that Mother Nature provides 👍👏🌲🏕!! I enjoy these videos and plus learning.
Honestly, you’re living every man’s dream. And getting paid for it. In a way I envy you, in another I’m so so happy for you. Thank YOU for sharing your adventures
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
I certainly live a very blessed life. I'm very grateful for all I have. Thank you for watching!
@moorshound3243
2 ай бұрын
How is he getting paid?
@Kinetically616TTV
2 ай бұрын
@@moorshound3243 KZread homie
@Kinetically616TTV
2 ай бұрын
@@moorshound3243 half a million subs, average of 20k views each “bushcraft” vid. I’m no expert or pretend to know how much or if that’s livable income, but I mean it’s income for the house payment he’s never at anyway🤣 idk I’d hope he’s got it all worked out
@user-mj4yo7pi9j
2 ай бұрын
Oh I'm sure he has ... he's been doing KZread for several years nows .. he's no newbie at this
I love the tarp setup. It's really nice not having a pole or line in the way at the front.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
I completely agree! It really frees up a lot of space. Thanks for watching!
Peace & quiet. Priceless. God bless always.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
God bless!
Your videos are an absolute joy to watch. The sights, the sounds, even the smells which can easily be imagined. I smile beaming ear to ear as you revel in your tasks, and enjoy the simple things in life. I appreciate you taking us along for the most wonderful and valued experience. Cheers!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed. Happy trails my friend!
OOOOHHHH.....nice....another peaceful evening film by the cup of tea🤠
Totally crazy and awesome to sleep in this ice cold forest and only the fire, tarp and a wool blanket, and with the nerves to cook in this environment like you were in your kitchen at home. But maybe this is your home… 🥶🥶🥶🥶
Thank you for another great video. I learn something every video you post
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for tuning in!!
You are definitely the master of Bushcraft content creator videos! As some of the others have said, you exemplify, woods wisdom over carrying an abundance of gadgets and trinkets. Thank you for portraying a REAL wilderness woodsman and teaching us some amazing nuances to improve our skills. I love your channel, and your walking the wilderness talk. AWESOME!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and for the kind words!!! Happy trails my friend!
I love the videos, especially the winter ones. However, I cannot work out which of us is the weird one! You for camping out in -20 or me for watching you camping out in -20!
Thank you for my latest therapy session.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!!
i can smell the frybread it’s always best cooked outside 😊
I live in Alberta and I think you have inspired me to finally give this type of camping a shot. 👍🏼🤣
These videos rock. So soothing. The winter camping is my favorite, something about the snow and crackling fire
This surely helps take away the winter blues! Always a pleasure tagging along Riley and those wilderness cooked beaver tails served on freshly picked spruce branches...darn 👌😋 Great upload!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
It sure was a great trip. I'm looking forward to the next one! Thank you for watching. Happy trails!
A pleasure as always!
Glory to you brother kusk
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
As always, thank you for sharing your videos, the tarp pole set up is a new one for me! Be well, stay safe, and god bless.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching! God bless!
Man you know it’s gone be a good day when Kusk drops a video!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
I hope you enjoy! Thanks for tuning in.
I can't believe I finally saw a video where somebody just burns the trees in half instead of wasting all the calories bucking them up. I've been doing that for 40 years. Great video, great channel. And, may God bless you as well.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Burning is certainly easier than cutting! Thank you for watching! God bless.
Ryley, you are the real deal. I am proud of you. God Bless.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate the support. God bless you too my friend.
when kusk bushcraft shows up on my watch list, I make a cup and settle in...as always, excellent photography, good content with good flow, 1/2 hour is perfect for me....and can always count on a few good tips thru out...fyi, you have one of those voices that lends itself to holding an audience interest , many ways to use that to your advantage ....ty
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the support and for your kind words!! Happy trails my friend!
Yayyy ! A 32 min video ... Got my beverage and a snack... all ready now just got to press play. 🙋♀️
18:25 man you are legend. Absolute Fire Chill Vibes🎉
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
I like that pole secured from behind.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Me too. It worked quite well! Thanks for watching.
@Rooster0529
3 ай бұрын
@@KuskBushcraft quite brilliant actually. Pure physics.
Man's really living the good life
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Happy trails. Thank you!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
When things go smoothly that's usually a testament to your skill level. Enjoyed this one very much. Stay safe.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
Looks like you were very comfortable. Your preparation for what you knew would be there, wind, cold, access to firework and cooking temperatures made it enjoyable for us as well. Thank you. God Bless.
That is how I like it. From the beginning to the end. Despite of that campfire, I would put something under the blanket, to isolate from ground. Nice to see another adventure and i can't wait for another.
finally someone who (winter cold) starts with a fire BEFORE their shelter... It is okay to then let it become coals because that will easily reignite when it is time to eat, etc, but when you are building your shelter it is important to be able to warm up your hands if they get cold....... wow, my jaw dropped when I saw you place your ridge pole facing rear! That is brilliant!!
Very nicely done - those beaver tails look awesome!
Great winter camping
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Ooh, I like that; when starting your fire be confident that it will light. Mind over matter indeed
The snow and ice is slowly melting here in northern England after a week or so of prolonged colder weather, and this upload is particularly welcome on a quiet Friday night 🥳
Love from Kashmir ❤
More of this please! ❤
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
More coming soon 👍
Well done! Most enjoyable!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
So good to see you back, Kusk! Another great camp, and it looks like a new axe... very nice with your logo on it. My nine year old daughter and I really enjoy watching your videos together. She especially likes the cooking... I like the peace and solitude. Thanks for sharing! Peace to you from Alaska. ~Tim & Mary
Young man you need to make more videos. I love watching your old school way of camping I am 65 years young and have been doing bushcraft survival for 45 years old school style I've been doing bushcraft long before people knew what bushcraft was I watch two channels on KZread and yours is one keep the videos coming my friend. 🌲🔥
@shrimpdragon1353
2 ай бұрын
What’s the other need some recommendations
My friend, we are waiting for the continuation of such long camping videos, greetings from Turkey.
Another great overnight adventure Ryley! Stay warm and safe! Looking forward to the next video!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in!! See you in the next one!
Excited to see the new video! Relaxing time
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!!
Nice video... just a tad on the chilly 🥶 side for this Texas boy ! Thanks
Hearing you say bannock brought bacc memories
Great video. I especially like the way you focused on the knots.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Proper knots go a long way in the outdoors 👍 Thanks for watching!
That was a big ass slip knot! Glad I watched that.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
The knot I used to tighten the line is called a taut-line hitch. 👍 Thanks for watching!
That fry bread was funnel cake without the powdered sugar pretty much gotta love how different countries have the same style of food but have a twist to them
Smoothing it for sure bud. Thanks for sharing keep it up love your videos man.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! More coming soon.
That reverse tent pole really worked out well! Always a pleasure to watch you put your camp and cooking skills to work sir. Thing I always feared and had happen a few times was having some freak gust of wind clear all the snow from some nearby tree top I thought I had setup well clear of, and drop it right down on my gear, or worse my fire.😂 I entertained the local wildlife with my profanity on those occasions and when I saw that tree swaying feared the worse for you. Glad it didn't happen, great video!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
😂 Thanks for sharing my friend! Happy trails!
Awesome job with the beaver tails. You're the first person I've seen do them out in the wilderness. Great job 👏
@KuskBushcraft
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
I enjoy watching these videos 👍😎
Resonated with me , I like the cut of your jib sir , a very straightforth bushcraft camp thanks for sharing.
I just got some of those bottles for the family, first thing I thought was how nice this would be for camping! My daughter used one when we camped on New Years and she loved it. Also those beaver tails look pretty fun, I’ll have to make some with the kids. Cheers!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
The hot water bottles really make a difference! They're definitely great for camping. Thank you for watching!!
I like survive videos 🔥👍❄️🌲
Growing up, mom called them, dough gods!!! Im salivating watching you eat them!!!❤ yummm!!!!!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
They certainly are delicious!! Thanks for watching!
Fantastic. When I was you age, which was a long time ago, I camped out on a mountain pass in Wyoming when it was really, really cold. Did not have a tent or any shelter and no fire. I was very exposed to the elements. I recall waking up shivering during the middle of the night and wondering if I was going to survive. In the very early morning I got up and tried to get feeling back into my legs which were numb from above the knees down to my feet. Needless to say I was physically exhausted. Your video reminded me of that time. It would have been nice to have your skillset. Really enjoyed this video!!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Wow that sounds like a scary experience. Glad you made it through! Thanks for sharing and for watching. Happy trails!
Ahh great! Another long format video of your adventures. You always look so happy out in the wilderness. It is very cosy and interesting to watch!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for tuning in! Happy trails.
Great video, great to have you back.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
I enjoyed the camp very much!!! God Bless and Jesus Saves!!!!
Listening to you crunch down those Beaver tails made my mouth start to water excellent overnighter my friend
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
They were delicious! Thanks for watching.
Love the ridge pole idea. I've got to try that.
Good to see more of your awesome videos!
I’ve been so looking forward to your next video, and this one was spot on. You have a way of bringing a peaceful and calming mood to my soul. Also love the winter weather. Stay safe.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words! Happy trails.
Great to see you back. I love these videos!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! Happy trails!
mate, those beaver tails look incredible. i will be trying that. Good to see you back! we all appreciate your calm expertise.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Hope the recipe works well for you! Happy trails my friend!
Could not go to sleep before finishing the video, 1:30 A.M., but worth it.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Haha wow! Much appreciated my friend!
@oscarlopezjr3
19 күн бұрын
😂 just checked my time watching this video at it’s 1:30 am lol
I enjoy watching your videos very much and always look forward to seeing the notifications come. Thanks for sharing with us.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for tuning in! Happy trails.
Ryley, you have the best backwoods cuisine.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
really awesome camping technique
About the best no BS camp yet. Bravo!
Thank you once again for transporting me to a place of peace and serenity. Great video as usual.
Awesome camp my friend! Thanks for sharing 🤠
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
GREAT video! Can't wait for 2024.
Thank you for another great video. Watching from Saskatoon Saskatchewan👌
Love your content, thanks for sharing!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
I enjoy watching your videos. One of the best ones out there.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
God bless you too! Nice video. :-)
@KuskBushcraft
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Wild camping in the US is infinitely better than here in the UK...you get proper Seasons there...here it's almost Spring all year round....another excellent film and narrative.
@terry7907
3 ай бұрын
Is he from the US? He sounds Canadian.
@leewalker1177
3 ай бұрын
Think he is@@terry7907
@TheDavewatts
3 ай бұрын
@@terry7907he is Canadian your right 👍🏻
Genuinely good for the soul. Sat here enjoying the heat of the wood burner at home as the last log dies down to embers I'm almost there in the woods too! Nice work!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for tuning in!!
I really enjoyed this immensely. A nice shelter. The meals you made looked good. Cheers, and God Bless! 👍🏻👍🏻✌️🇨🇦
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching! God bless you too!
It’s my go to for bed… love your content. Thanks for bringing us along. Blessings to you 🙏
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!!
Thats frosty. Stay warm brother.
This was fantastic. Thank you for sharing with us! 😊
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
Real nice camp😊Thanks for sharing and take care 😊
Thoroughly entertaining video. I love your calm attitude and deep knowledge of the pastime you clearly love.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!!!
I've had Native American and Croation fry bread and they are delicious. This is something different of cutting cross wise on the fry bread but I'm sure it taste good 😋. I will give the recipe a try! Nice video! Thank you for sharing the recipes!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!!
Dang one of the most relaxing videos on YT!!! Thank you!
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
Just perfect 👍
Hey there Ryley, thanks for the great content, I learn something new every time. That hatchet handle looks hand-carved. I've been wanting to start hand carving tool handles e.g. axe, knife, etc. Ever thought about doing a few videos on your process for custom tool handles along with some tips/tricks? Take care.
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for tuning in! I have thought about making a series on handle making. It seems to be getting increasingly difficult to find suitable handles for tools without breaking the bank. In the future I will share how I harvest wood, process the wood into suitable handles, then fix the handles to the tools themselves. Thanks for the comment. Happy trails!
@PNW221
3 ай бұрын
Looking forward to it! Thank you. By the way, perhaps I missed it, but was there no steel wedge in the hatchet handle? Is that to allow for re-seating the head and wood wedge over time?@@KuskBushcraft
@KuskBushcraft
3 ай бұрын
There's no steel wedge. I find these small hatchets don't need a steel wedge as the wood wedge glued in place is sufficient enough.