Can we all appreciate this man for getting into his cozy sleeping bag for bed, just to have to get up and grab his camera immediately afterwards 😂 lol

@slowjamcdub

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@justinunderwood69

3 жыл бұрын

and also for waking up, turning the camera on then getting back into his sleeping bag. lol

@airsoft323

3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't be surprised if he can turn it on with his phone.

@darkzennn

3 жыл бұрын

@@airsoft323 +1 this. He probably has some way of doing in remotely

@braedo21

3 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of les stroud survivor man doing all the camera work himself

Sitting in my home office, in the middle of the concrete jungle - man I need these videos

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Brother! Have a great day!

@chetansindhe5310

3 жыл бұрын

You need vacation brother.

@Legion_not_obligated

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha same here good one!

@nalldezz5340

3 жыл бұрын

B

@carpii

3 жыл бұрын

its no wonder depression and anxiety are increasingly widespread. We evolved to live alongside nature in small tribes, not in a sprawling concrete metropolis.

Quick tip for anyone stuck on the rain that can't heat up rocks to keep near them due to rain or snow, you can boil water and put it in a nalgene and throw it in the bottom of your sleeping bag. Kept me warm in a blizzard for 2 to 3 hours at a time just fine when Temps got below my sleeping bag rating. In ideal conditions, using rocks will hold heat better and keep you warmer for much longer, but probably best not to put em in your sleeping bag and jusy kind of hug em through a coat or something.

@regbillings4955

Жыл бұрын

I put the hot rocks in my cooking pot, then into the sleeping bag lol. Hand warmers and a hot water bottle help too :)

@Prohxyy

Жыл бұрын

@@regbillings4955 didn't even think of a cooking pot, that's actually pretty smart.

Nature's no.1 rule.....survival...gotta admire those guys who knows their ways into the woods...

It’s midnight and KZread recommended this. It definitely knows how to keep me up!

@slowjamcdub

3 жыл бұрын

LOL facts!!!! 🤣🤣🤣

@josefjohnson9582

3 жыл бұрын

Same

@izatfahmi2896

3 жыл бұрын

Me too buddy 🤭

@rahulmitra50

3 жыл бұрын

Chame here

@filosofencia2482

3 жыл бұрын

Same here

I can't even begin to tell you how rewarding this looks. Some of the most rewarding experiences of my life have also been the crummiest in the moment.

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. It's always rewarding getting out especially when it's difficult

@TheGnom33

3 жыл бұрын

I began to describe is as such, going on this kind of trip to the nature is hard, both physicaly and mentaly, but its so much more rewarding than the kind of obstacles that you encounter in your normal life. Doing taxes or trying to complete all the paperwork for building permits is much more draining and without such immediate reward. Its primal, life simplified into Its purest form, well almost.

@nitishpundir5474

2 жыл бұрын

People want the same life which was previously people live eat sleep hunting for food sleep repeat no tension no more strees work

@alexbeardsley751

2 жыл бұрын

I can wholeheartedly agree

As a veteran of 25 years I feel for you ! That sound of heavy rain on a tarp and waking up in a cold wet sleeping bag brings back memories !

There's nothing better than going out into the woods alone, even on the crummy days. Lol Gives you perspective, gives you time to reflect, these are my favorite moments! This is my new favorite outdoor channel! 😊

@johannesstevens1929

2 жыл бұрын

Not even with someone you like? 😉

@utube1818

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I appreciate these sort of video too, means I can experience the adventure while sat on cosy settee in front of my nice warm fire, then go to bed once my electric blanket has warmed the sheets.

@teresawinstone2385

2 жыл бұрын

Lol it would be great to go with someone I like for sure! But I don't mind the solo trips also! 😊

@teresawinstone2385

2 жыл бұрын

Utube, that also sounds great! Lol

@johannesstevens1929

2 жыл бұрын

@@teresawinstone2385 👏😮

Xander is the type of guy in high school that knows everything about survival/camping, type of person that always joyful and positive who look after people. Always good to have a friend like this guy and especially going camping with him.

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks my friend ☺️

@nitishpundir5474

2 жыл бұрын

Hi

@randiaura458

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate these videos! Getting ideas and some great tips from a guy with a bright personality;) - and yes..dig the 'hair lip' impressive self cut. Impressive meal choices too! Love the pizza idea and the brie toast for breakfast Hell ya! You know what's up;)

@Kurlutus

2 жыл бұрын

Ik

Dude I love how you don’t gloss over the suck that is involved in so many camping adventures. A lot of these camping KZread channels make it seem like fantasy land out there. As weird as it may sound, seeing you on the verge of misery is kind of inspiring and a great reminder that you gotta embrace that Type 2 Fun sometimes.

@Sheys73

2 жыл бұрын

Agree

@beefeater4602

2 жыл бұрын

Type 2 fun might be one of the funniest things I’ve ever seen

@onetwothreefourfive12345

2 жыл бұрын

Type 2 fun lol

@darkdustify

Жыл бұрын

Agreed

Xander- This is the second video of yours I have seen, and idk what about this one impacted me so greatly, but your personality and wise words amidst a hard/rewarding experience like this really stuck with me. I’m a college student working full time in Seattle and COVID really zapped the life/fitness out of me. Seeing this motivated me to continue training hard and even get back out in the back country again this summer. I appreciate the work you do and hope you know it’s making a much bigger impact than just aesthetically pleasing camping vlogs (which you also make the best of too). -Sam

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Sam, I'm happy that you got alot out of the video my man! It's nice to know that it has a positive impact! Aye things are rough right now but keep training!! I'm pumped they your getting out this Summer. Keep at it!💪

Watching this makes me miss camping so much! You also gotta love how energetic he always is. Love you work Xander keep it up the videos are incredible.

@MrLiquid323

5 ай бұрын

Why dont you go camping?

"Sometimes you gotta go through the crap to appreciate the mundane" - genuinely phenomenal words to live by!!

Just wanted to say you are so right. I went on some pretty miserable FTX’s in the army and I got poured on and didn’t pack well my first time and I was shaking all night and barely slept. I went home the next day and I was the most grateful person in the world to have a warm house and warm food. I really do think if everyone spent one night in the woods they would appreciate what they have a lot more.

Thanks for sharing dude. The difficulty and discomfort of being wet, and still staying positive is awesome. Thanks again from the west coast✌✌

A classic 'type 2' adventure - it's lousy in the moment, but afterward you're proud/glad you had the experience, learned something, and spent time in nature. Nothing like being out in a good thunderstorm!

Got to appreciate the effort to get all the shots of you walking and stuff.

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! just part of the gig

Wow some of the best cinematography I have seen in an outdoors camping vid well done mate. Subbed

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother I appreciate that 😊

@swcellular

3 жыл бұрын

@@XanderBudnick I second that...must take a lot of patience to make these videos and as a 70 year old aspiring camper I appreciate that!

@charlesgamers

3 жыл бұрын

And it’s solo!!!

@chasevesey7146

2 жыл бұрын

@@swcellular fax he’s by himself so he’s always setting the camera up. I swear there was a time he kayaked far af and I was surprised that he probably had to come back.

@daandemeyer1708

2 жыл бұрын

I’m still waiting of the first indoor camping vid

The way you capture your camping is truly amazing.

This is the best rain video I have seen so far. It’s natural and realistic I enjoyed it!

The reason you’re so great is that you’re just yourself. So simple, honest, and natural. Very fun watching this video. Subscribed.

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks friend I'm happy to hear that

4:55 when you realize you have an assignment due tomorrow morning

@cool9324

3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@jl.castellobranco

3 жыл бұрын

Forguet the wife’s diabetes injection

@johnbradburymyworkplaceculture

3 жыл бұрын

When a bear sits down to share your dinner

@CombatKing1237

2 жыл бұрын

10/10 mate

@skiloz429

2 жыл бұрын

😂

Awesome video, Xander! This is just what I needed to see as I am preparing for a 2 day camping trip this weekend. Now I know to have a good sleeping bag and I was taking notes during the video!

I have several places in the woods I like to spend the night sometimes, just out of the blue. Minimal gear, sometimes in the worst Michigan weather; freezing rain, snowstorms, or just the dead calm of a foggy night. My friends don't understand why I do it. 21:21 It's good to hear someone that does, that isn't me for once. If only they tried, I'm sure they'd appreciate the mundane routines in dry clothes, at their desks, between drives. The flipside, maybe we appreciate nature more, because those situations are the really unnatural ones? Anyway, thanks for saying what it's like, and why we like it. Love and Respect, from Michigan

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing my friend - aye its not for everyone but it could be if given the chance, but chances are most people will never in there wildest dreams :p

The look that he holds for several seconds after he saw the light coming from the thunder is PRICELESS (4:53)

@abhinandanrai520

3 жыл бұрын

You mean light from the lightning?

@blacksunshine7122

2 жыл бұрын

Loved it.

@chickensoupguy

2 жыл бұрын

I almost thought it stuck. Shook my phone a lil.

@mattlucas8016

2 жыл бұрын

I thought he was getting flash banged and the swat team was gunna kick in his tarp

@P.W.R.

11 ай бұрын

*xander.exe has stopped working*

In a single day these videos have become some of my favorite things to watch on KZread.

@nitishpundir5474

2 жыл бұрын

Mine too

Just awesome. Planning ahead, gathering dry tinder, etc. Love these vids, keep it up!

"Sometimes you gotta go through the crap to appreciate the mundane....". You're the GURU!!! Love your attitude and you are one funny bugga!

It's not just living the life the way you do, it gets more difficult when you have to film at the same time. Hatsoff

@nitishpundir5474

2 жыл бұрын

Shooting & than editing took great efforts

I don’t remember you talking this much when I first started watching, love the personality it adds!

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Hey brother that's something I'm happy to hear. Thank you :)

I love the sound of rain when going to sleep 💤 another great video and trip, Xander. I love all of your different locations, you get around lol Cheers from Down Under.

Hey, Mr Entertainer...i say that cuz you're so entertaining, lol...i just so enjoy your personality, and really enjoyed this video. I appreciate how knowledgeable and capable you are out in the forest with no tent, setting up a tarp for your shelter...you may not think it's much, but I'm pretty impressed. Always fun watching you from behind the trees...oops i mean from my living room 😅😅😅.

Very good of you to out up a 22 minute video with no ads. Respect.

Everyone needs to sit somewhere like this and just chilling

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely

@crisoxley5202

3 жыл бұрын

100%

@sayandutta8442

3 жыл бұрын

Yes 👍

@saifaddeenal-manaseer6325

2 жыл бұрын

True, unfortunately not many would think they need it and neither enjoy it. Most would be complaining that there's no phone service.

@kingzheer1637

2 жыл бұрын

@@saifaddeenal-manaseer6325 thats %100 right like man u need to enjoy yourself sometimes you need to be alone and spent sometimes with yourself

Wow Xander you make it look so easy, and more important, so much fun! Definetely inspires me to get out there more. Keep up the great work good man! Cheers

I got so happy when I saw you using the Big Rock camp knife. There is something about that old cheap knife that I absolutely love. Especially for cooking.

The shot at 5:05 was so relaxing dude. This is a type is asmr. I feel like pitching. Tent in my back yard

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Right on!

You have a nomad soul, Xander! Never give in to easy'n comfy, the most sublime moments in our lives are forged in hardship and pain. Great video as always!

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you thank you :) I couldn't agree more! Have a great day

Man I just subbed because of how real you keep it, you don’t sugar coat any of the journey with cheesy positive affirmations, you’re just like “this shit sucks, I’m gonna keep going and finish this regardless” good way to live brother 💯

I love camping in storms. As long as you make sure you are in a relatively safe spot, it's amazing.

The Audio quality is outrageous ♥

Hearing real rain sounds was blissful.

@armandosoria7993

3 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah. I live in socal so it doesnt rain much but man i love when it does.

I agree with your words on appreciating what you have, it's humbling. Warmth, safety and other essential needs takes effort. Thanks for sharing 😊💯 🔥

This looks great fun, wonderful experience. Reminds me of my camping days, there's nothing better than being out in nature and keeping warm and cozy by a wood fire. Love it

@CRAZYPUGH

2 жыл бұрын

Especially in heavy rain, wow. Id live like that lol

What a cool spot that was by the lake, just chilling and watching the thunder storm and the rain hitting the lake. I bet stuff like that makes all the effort worth it. It was nice to watch!

you have an awesome outlook on discomfort and appreciation, really enjoyed the video

Been watching you since you were a small channel, your personal stories makes it almost feel like we’re friends. Thanks a lot for the videos man, it’s nice to see someone grow and still be humble. Keep it up brother

I really love how simplistic and peaceful the wild is. You have gained a sub! I cannot wait to get out to the wilderness exploring in a few weeks.

@felipe47

Жыл бұрын

So, how was it?

Watching this with pouring rain outside my house is the perfect experience

I love the crisp footage. Beautiful!

Bro I'm 61 and still love to go camping. I got away from it for many years because I was a raging alcoholic. Now I'm sober and absolutely love life again

Fantastic to see a wild camper wearing wellingtons around camp. I totally recommend wellingtons, easy to slip on and off, protect your legs from brush and undergrowth, good against rain and snow or fording small streams. I have never seen them recommended by any wild camper video but seriously you can even hike 5 miles in wellingtons and good in winter as well if you put old newspaper or foil based insulation in the bottom.

Being out in the wilderness certainly makes you feel more at home than in a crummy city. It’s also far more worth while.

Love your videos. Can't really tell people how much I enjoy solo camping in the mountains, but yep, one of the reasons for doing that is to appreciate more what you have. Greetings from Spain!!

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend. I can imagine that sounds incredible :)

Nice honest job! You showed the good with the things that could have been done better for next time. Solo camping, in heavy rain, without a tent is a tough job! You survived in good order!

Beautiful, I'm passed the age of doing this again now, but love to see it's still ongoing, great views there chap👍👌

3:48 that thunderclap so many seconds after the lighting was so good👌👌

You are really someone who doesn’t take anything for granted thank you for these beautiful videos

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :D and its my pleasure

awesome trip. every night before i go to bed i started to watch 2 or 3 of your Videos. Your very inspiring. Keep up your great trips with good food and a bit of fun inside. i enjoy it a lot. thank you Xander!

killer vids about the simple things in life, exercise, good food and adventure! Addicted to watching Xander camping videos. Cheers from Australia!

Just woke up and this made my day 100x better. Love your videos!

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Aye! happy to hear Curt!! Have an Awsome day!

This is the best camping channel on KZread that i have discovered.I felt like i was camping together with you pal😁Anyway..loved your channel and videos.Greetings from Turkey👋

watching this guy videos at morning to waking up all day.

What a way to wake up on a Saturday morning. These silent movies are so soothing to watch. Thanks Xander.

This is purely soulful, you would reach good subscriber count soon

You're are some creator i always waiting for your video to come out. Simple, not too long, always interesting and new angle. And your bravery, it's inspiring. Waiting for more

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother I'm happy to hear that :)

Stumbled across your videos and cannot stop watching. Bloody brilliant!

Depending on the pitch of your tarp, tying a short length of cord to the tab will function as a drip line. The drip line divert the water from running along your tarp. I've used this strategy to stop water running down the suspension for a hammock and I imagine it could also work well for tarp shelters!

Hey man, just wanted to let you know you're my new favourite youtube channel. Glad i came across your videos, they are absolutely beautiful. Sending love from Australia!

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas I'm really happy to hear that my friend :)

4:48 damn the back end of that lightning was incredible, I can only imagine how awesome that was ! awesome video man

Really well made video, beautifully shot and edited, I found it super relaxing to watch!

There something very relaxing and calming about the sound and sight of raindrops falling on water

I give my guy a like before the video start because I know it’s gonna be proper 💯

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers brother happy to hear :)

Man, your videos are just good piece of work.. appreciate the affords at being both camper and the recorder.

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks brother I appreciate it 🙂

Listening to the rain sounds while it's actually raining outside my house is literally heaven ❣️

beautifully shot. thanks Xander have a great 2022. this is vicarious living for me. cheers bud.

I hope one day I can find a way to do this every year because just looks so peaceful. Always gravitated more towards nature.

@Packmeacone

2 жыл бұрын

idk bout peaceful more of a challenge either way you will learn something about yourself

Looks amazing! If you are in a spot and have a fire I can recommend heating up some rocks, they keep heat well, have saved me in a pinch.

Great videos, I get home all stressed from work and just chill out watching these. Living your best life bro.

The experience of real nature in one of its faces in open surroundings. Just amazing feelings as no one disturbs you neither your friends nor your mobile phones, keeping away from all these and wondering nature is a real life experiences

I love how he casually says hanging up the food to keep it away from the bears. Bro for a bear, you are the food.

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Uhh oh

@Ajesen

3 жыл бұрын

nah, it might attack him sure but not eat him

@huejass9130

2 жыл бұрын

Nah bears are attracted to the smell of food not humans, you have to hang your food away from yourself so the bears don’t come anyway near you.

Great video of how you live your days in nature! As a city folk, I forget how nice God’s land... thanks for sharing your experience

Discovered this channel on my sick day today and I can't stop watching lol who knew I needed this in my life great content man keep up the incredible work!!

Your Tarp Setups are very functional- and original!

great . I like life like that, so close to nature!

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Aye its the best!

You inspire us all. Really like the part where you emphasize on appreciating what we have. That's a nice sentiment.

Wow i never imagined rain to be more challenging than snow

Awesome. You seem to have alot of experience. Im soaking this in for future camping. Thank you!

I loooove these videos you're doing Xander. Part of me wishes you'd do a voice over explaining some of the things you're doing for amateurs, but the other part of me enjoys the majority silence.

God, I love this! Xander, we need more 3 day solo vids w/cooking haha! 🙏❤️

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

More to come :)

Wow thanks for this. I notice how dry the wood seems even though its been raining so much ...

You are “The Man” Zander! I have confidence in you, that you will pull it altogether!

Think I just found my new favorite channel 😍

Looks like a beautiful area. I just tried tarping for the first time a few weeks back. It was nice - easier to be "present" than with a tent. Bet it was a lot harder in heavy rain, plus ALL THE CAMERA WORK you had to do with perfect focus and framing... Nice work!

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Aye it was a nice spot! Right on i couldent agree more! thank you thank you

@AjarSensation

2 жыл бұрын

What do you mean by being more "present" when tarping?

@cyber-demon6847

2 жыл бұрын

@@AjarSensation I think he means he can see more because the tarp it's only above him not all around him like a tent obviously making it harder to see outside

@AjarSensation

2 жыл бұрын

@@cyber-demon6847 yea i see it now :) and agree with it, and since there is no separation between outside and inside space it makes me feel more present in the natural environment

Drip lines help a ton when it comes to water dripping down into your tent, hammock, or tarp. Worth the extra little tie

The cinematography is next level. I’m hooked ♡

Thank you for showing us what perseverance looks like. Oh, and btw...that haircut looks amazing, man.

@XanderBudnick

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. And lol thank you

16:33 is one of the funniest cuts I’ve seen lmao. Perfect timing

Great watch, thanks!

Love watching your videos because they give me a peaceful feeling. Stay safe!