Haha the old push-up heater....and one for the Airborne Ranger in the sky

I hope all you good service men see the war on our freedoms here at home. Accept in this war the bombs are silent. Thank you for another bad ass video I can apply camping. 💪✌️

One thing people often overlook is staying hydrated. Breathing cold air means you are using energy to warm yourself and this is added to the extra energy you're using to stay warm / moving thru the snow. People forget to drink when its cold.

@vtbrian3252

2 жыл бұрын

Keep your head covered by the blanket with a hole just big enough to breath out. Growing up in the cold you learn tricks

@dommyboysmith

Жыл бұрын

Amen. I bring a gallon of water with me to work year round.. I'm still amazed at how ill finish the whole thing even on ice cold days. Working in layers makes you super thirsty, but most people just ignore it or opt for coffee, which just dehydrates you further. ✌️

Greetings from Ukraine, this material is very appreciated.

I liked the way you removed the pot from the fire. I'll remember that one. As for your shelter: I'd be reticent putting myself in a huge tinder bundle with a candle inside. A person could be in the middle of a bad dream being chased by a bear or some ornery animal with bad intentions, knock over the candle and experience a bad outcome. Next thing you know you're waking up confused and in hellish conditions. As for an alternative I'd surround the candle with dirt or mud, or even rocks as a safety measure. I was badly burnt as a kid when a heater licked some flame to my cotton pajamas. Father had to roll me in a rug to put it out. Thereafter I developed a respect for flame.

@tenchraven

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, the praire debris hut is spooky. Two thoughts though- one is that he probably did blow the candle out. The other is that while I normally toss and turn a lot in the night to the point of at least once a week I wake up with my feet under the pillows, winter camping I don't, I just curl up into as small a ball as I can and stay there. But by putting it in the jar like this, unless you roll over directly onto it, it is contained, this is a big old pillar not some little dainty tea light. The reason you use them in shelters in cold weather is a candle throws as many BTUs as you do, and farts less than a companion. (Yes, I'm looking at people who camp with dogs.)

@Jaden48108

2 жыл бұрын

@@tenchraven Yeah, I have a hundred pound pit bull who farts like the dickens. I think there's something to say about a dog fart vs a human fart. Dogs like mine have a thing about snuggling up to a human leg when doling out affection. Believe me, I know the difference. As for the candle, I'd feel safe with a candle lantern you could hang inside a shelter. I don't have one but maybe I should look into it.

@darrellgoodman9585

2 жыл бұрын

Personally i would rather use the chemical heat packs stuffed into your clothing at different locations you can get some that last up to 18 hrs especially in the tinder bundle .

@claudeoverstreet8791

2 жыл бұрын

Andrew, I’m going to put some of this training to use on January 15. Going cold-weather survival camping. I agree with the fellow who posted about the danger of the debris hut and the candle. Last year, late October or early November, I burned down a shelter in a course with Sigma3. I was lucky to get out of the dang thing. We had built shelters as a group, and this particular lean-to had been used for over a month. All it took was one spark from the body length Fire lay by the wind to ignite the dry juniper covering the roof. Thank you for another instructive video though. Always learning from you. You’re a great instructor.

@susanp.collins7834

7 ай бұрын

My sister got her chin badly burnt when her sister set fire to her bib when she was eighteen months old.

Hooah Andrew

Another good one. No bull, really doing it, nothing hypothetical, reality. I think you have established yourself as one of the true experts. Thanks for the education.

Yet another excellent/informative video. Rangers Lead The Way. 75th Ranger Regiment, Ft. Benning, Ga.

Timely lesson Andrew!!! It’s that time of the year again for snow and all the wonderful things that come with it! Great emphasis on clothing! I believe Mors said something to the effect that one should be dress accordingly to feel comfortable sitting by a fire at 2am… it’s your first line of thermoregulation!!! Many now days don’t dress accordingly because we traverse in climate controlled vehicles. They’re not thinking too deeply on the “what ifs”… Great stuff as always!!! Keep up the Fire and Happy New Year!

🎄The 2 things that terrify me the most. 1 freezing temps 2 no water solid video🌟

Happy New Year!

I was just wondering how you been doing sir! I'm glad to see you're well!

Great Job Major !

Good stuff sir. I like your pickle jar lantern. I started carrying a uco candle lantern years ago and it quickly earned a spot as a staple piece of kit.

Under the heading of "the more you know": match strikers contain red phospherous. When it is heated, it converts to the white variety. So if you use your one and last match, you might as well lay the striker (remember, LAST match, no more) with your tinder. The only time Willie Pete is your friend. Also, I thought my woods debris shelters of boughs and leaves were tinder bundles- your prairie version is nerve wracking! 😅 Thoughts: When actually in the field in winter, and I expect you do the same Andrew, there is an ignition source or two in the jacket, in the lowest base layer or a neck lanyard, and in the pants, plus the spares in the kit. Packets of peanut butter or cheese spread slip into the pockets are are mostly fat, so is ghee and (ugh) mayo. Oatmeal packs smaller than ramen. And doing pushups to stay warm at oh-dark-hundred is the difference between winter survival and winter camping.

@markcoraa

2 жыл бұрын

With the last match concept, I'm sure he would have used charcloth. Why he didn't mention it'd, can't say everything, address every issue in one short video.

@darrellgoodman9585

2 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing about the shelter .

@Northanteus

2 жыл бұрын

@@David_Carlile You watch it because you like it but don't want to admit that to yourself. ? 🤣

@Northanteus

2 жыл бұрын

@@David_Carlile Everyone learns from other people. Hardly anyone has been the first ever person to come up with an idea that no one else has thought of before, so I see no problem with people making videos sharing information with novices out there, even if this information was known about 50 years ago. All of us build upon ideas passed onto us that were passed onto the people who are educating us. Most people do not look into the origins of 'survivalism', so making a video for us to watch is good. Minimalist survival videos are good to learn from. Why? Because it teaches us to be less dependant upon modern technology, since that modern technology can break, malfunction, be lost, get stolen, etc. So learning to make a fire without matches or lighter is good, just for backup. Self-defense should be layered: use the most convenient tools available to you, of course, but do not put all your eggs in one basket and have no backup plan. Learn the most "primitive" way to survive and that'll give you way more confidence in the field. That is all.

Lets not forget that the Major is a master chef when it comes to Ranger Pudding.

Outstanding was looking forward to some cold weather but it is 75 degrees in the North Carolina sandhills. Just doesn't feel like January. Global worming lol.

12:24 and knowing is half the battle. Ha mmm. Happy new year

This is my all time favorite video on this channel. Hope we get another one like it this winter!

I'm getting into taking my favorite foods and processing them down to a very fine powder that takes up very little space. You'd be amazed how much food you can fit in the pack when it's reduced to 100th of it's normal size. Anything that's dry and light can be processed down to nothing. However, once hydrated and cooked it's just as nutritious and filling as before. Even powdered Bar-B-Q chips taste great in the field!

Another great video sir. Thank you again, and may 2022 be the best ever! Boomer Sooner.

Nice to have your videos back.

I'm in Maine and appreciate these lessons. What was a hobby is now reality.

Happy New Year, Sir! Thanks for your great videos Greetings from Argentina

An Oldtimer taught me how to safely retrieve a hot pot from the fire using the same criss-cross sticks. You are the only person I have seen doing it since 1975. Sir, 2 thumbs up!

I've heard a dash of cool water will help settle coffee grounds. If that works, maybe it will settle tea leaves. I don't know, but I may try it. Excellent video Sir !

Happy New year major. WE all thank you for all your hard work, honour and integrity sir. WE all appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. 😎👍

Happy New year my friend! Thanks for sharing more great info 🤠

A REAL Tough Guy!

I'm retired Military. Watching your video was reminiscent of listening to a no BS Training I grew accustomed to while serving. I'm 74 and I still enjoy camping and hunting. Your survival tips are very valuable and could save someone's butt in the event of an unfortunate, unexpected emergency while trekking through the woods while either hiking or hunting. Outstanding. Thank you and Happy New Year.

There's alot of good channels on KZread with survival content. This one appears to be the best one. Easy to follow and to the point. What everyone needs to learn is right here. ✅

14:25 You can store dry tinder and a match box in plastic bag like that and sealing it by melting the plastic

Thank you major! Great info.

Excellent video sir. January 1st here in Georgia and I'm on my front porch in a "T" shirt. Next week we dive back to a high of 40's. Gotta love the south.

If you're going to go to the trouble of packing all the ingredients for your Chai, might I suggest you get yourself a tea ball infuser. I would think a small stainless steel mesh strainer could have a lot of different uses besides its intended purpose. You wouldn't have to worry about getting a mouthful of tea leaves in your mouth or cleaning them out of your container when finished.

Great video share thank you and happy new year

Outstanding! The chai alone was worth the price of admission.

I can definitely tell you are the real deal. No fluf. No pound of bacon for breakfast. I appreciate your excellent videos.

Happy New Year, Major. Caught me by surprise with the lavender tea. I have one of those match cases with the rod striker on bottom. I am glad you showed how to use it because they don't come with instructions or a sandpaper type striker like the UCOs. When at sea Cup O' Noodles were the most popular food item in the ship's store. Whenever we got them in an UnRep you had to be quick to get as they sold out fast. But all our fresh water had a thin film of oil on it so we had some extra added flavor. That is one cool shelter. Some of your fans would probably be glad to pay you rent to use it as a weekend getaway. Outatanding as always. Looking forward to seeing more from you in the coming year. Before I forget, I like the lengthier video format.

Happy New Year Andrew, it's Cold one in Iowa today with snow coming. GO HAWKS

@jamescrowe7892

2 жыл бұрын

Hawkeyes have THE coolest tradition in college football with the waving to the kids at the Children's Hospital at the start of the 2nd quarter. It's great that the opposing players and fans do it also. There is nothing that can beat that. Have a Happy New Year and here is a friendly Roll Tide.

Raw survival. Great!

This video couldn't of been made at a better time, thanks for the video...some kind of energy out here is looking out for me ..

What a great Channel. It never gets boring like other silent bushcraft tutorials. Learned a lot here.

Haven’t finished full video yet but….. “heh, it broke” I had to rewind to make sure that’s what was said. Was a good chuckle moment lol.

What we learn is what we know ? Not a bad teacher, Wouldn't you agree 😉 I think 🤔 that's a good ideal having more ways than just one to start a fire 🔥 Especially, if you're 10 miles from nowhere ? THANKS FOR YOUR VIDEO..I 'LL BE WAITING FOR THE NEXT ONE .

Great video Andrew!! keep up the good work.

Another outstanding video sir Looking forward to many more this new year . Always forward rock steady sir

Andrew, you offer lots of useful, inventive and creative tips and techniques that we can all benefit from when using them. You answer the question “why should I do it this way?” when you demonstrate the technique and give the purpose/definition/description of how the technique works. That is excellent; most instructional videos/training don’t not answer the “why should I do it this way?” with as much detail and brevity you do. It it much appreciated and very helpful! Thank you 😊

Awesome

Outstanding video

Another one for the tool box.. kudos. Really given me some perspective and knowledge. Will pass it on. Aways seems I need to keep two Mylar and a drumliner at all times a for shelter floor. Candle trick darn amazing idea. Kudos

Thank you again, sir. Most of what you present I'm either learning for the first time or being reminded & refreshed. One small point I can contribute: in the COLD acronym, you covered one reason you want Loose Layers. The other would be that tight clothing restricts blood flow, and makes you more vulnerable to frostbite. Cheers and happy new year!

@patriotpop2436

2 жыл бұрын

Loose clothing allows for dead air space between layers. Dead airspace limits air molecules from moving and transferring cold molecules towards your body.

Good video. Even with the holes in the lid I would have thought it would starve the candle for oxygen. 20 degrees is a big difference. Always enjoy your stuff . Have a Happy New Year

Another awesome video man. Just a thought though.... I usually wear black in the dead of winter when I know I'm going to be out.... Even a black shemagh....just to be able to soak up the heat in the day in the sun.....and the infrared off the fire at night. I know if you're hunting that may not always be feasible.....but a black shemagh can come in handy. Also thick mil trash bags can be used.

Outstanding

Good lessons on basic skills. People think I’m crazy when they see what I carry with me everyday. I show them videos like this and most get it. Some think that they will never have to rely on skills like this.

Outstanding video Andrew. I have a Ranger lighter lighter based o ur earlier videos. This summer I would like to see you do a open water survival video and a River/ lake based survival video. These videos are very inspiring. Alan R

I was watching 👀 how he removed the pot from the fire 🔥 and I'll remember that the next time, I'm using my canteen cup ..Thanks

A lot of good information, I'm going to use that chai recipe. Thank you

Great video Andrew as always good job 👍

Great video. God bless. From Glenn CATT in Massachusetts.

Love your videos mate. As an English guy, being able to have a brew is not to be underestimated. Anything can happen during the day, but starting with a good cup of tea makes all the difference 👍

Here in south east Montana,the winter field survival experience is a genuine challenge,,but incredibly rewarding,, good morning 🌅

I was driving for Crete Carrier. It was winter in Utah. My bunk heater quit working. It was 12 degrees. I had an survival pack in the tractor trailer. In it was the mylar blanket and tent. I broke out the tent instead of the blanket to help keep me warm. It acts more like a sleeping bag than the blanket. I thought it was worth mentioning. Thanks for the video. I great enjoy an appreciate everything you share.

1986…winter…South Korea…sub zero…myself and another soldier in a hole with a poncho over us stayed warm…with…a candle. Excellent video

I used to do that stuff all the time as a child and a teenager in the woods I figured out most of that stuff and a lot of Bush craft skills on my own many more I learn through tv and youtube.

Happy new year below freezing here. I sent a girl to medical aid...turned out she was too hot. Did not speak English had fainted more than once, she was flapping her hands, and talking excitedly to her co-workers. Multiple company job site. She was working in a cold production plant, and when she went in for her tea break she kept her warm clothes on.

Excellent points. I got chaffed between the legs from sweating too much just 2 days ago and it was exactly at freezing point. Jacket was just too thick for walking in that weather. BUT... if I had just been sitting on the ground for that time, I probably would have wanted to have 3 layers on my legs.

Good video to start the new year. Thanks man.

Another tip is if you have to survive a cold night eat a large meal before bedtime because, digestion creates heat. Don't forget a large meal means more water.

God bless Russ Ellswick,best ranger I ever new, peace brother 🐓☠️ Airborne all the way brother 🐓

Really enjoyed this one!

Thanks for the advice. Informative , picked up a few things in this video just might save my life one day. 👍✌️

Enjoy your videos, thanks for giving of your time and training to make and share with us. Good to see your subscribers increasing also. Your presentation is most enjoyable.

Thanks for all your videos… man i need just basic life surviva videos

Another great one Ranger!

Nice work 👍👍🏕

Hi Andrew, A great video, thank you. The Teepee fire reminds me of a Apache survival school I went to over 30 years ago, We were told, Apache build small fire and stay warm. White man build big fire and stay warm all night by collecting more firewood. We dug a basin shape hole. With the typical circle of rocks. Half that circle we built a wall by stacking rocks about 18' high. We filled any gaps with dirt. The wall acted as a reflector like a fire place in a home, so there was more heat. The wall blocked any wind coming our direction. No smoke in the eyes while preparing food. It also meant we would use less firewood. By morning the remaining coals had fallen to the bottom of the basin shaped hole and we could start a fire again easily. Of course our debris shelter faced the east for the warmth of the morning sun. It gave us some idea of direction without a compass. We were taught to not gaze into the fire. Any disturbance beyond our camp would take a little while for our vision to adjust. Enjoying and learning from all of your videos. Thank you too for your patriotism. Glynn

Thanks for the lesson in survival in cold weather.

25:08 I thought OH NO he's burned himself up, that's all that's left of his shelter! LOL. Great video. Sadly life will probably keep me from any camping this winter which is my favorite season for backpacking. Looked like fun!

Another great video... becoming a fan. Consider doing a mylar-like bag instead of the blanket; and instead of candles, do the heat packs. Most people that find themselves "lost" overnight only need to survive one over night, so 4-8 of those heat packs will probably save their lives. Love your many ideas, and realistic intensity and purpose. We're all vets, with you brother!

Thanks for the great video! LOL! You fold your emergency blanket up the same way I do when I break camp!

Always quality content andrew keep em coming please

Awesome af lead the way.

Excellent video, very informative. You taught us how to pay attention to everything and l caught a train whistle when you were stripping the match head, could be rescue, could be the enemy. The environment now calls for vigilance. " This is not a game, this is for keeps ".

Yep we made those necklaces at CWLC in Alaska

I have seen boy scouts when I was yonger use hot stones from the camp fire heated durring the day, buried under their sleeping area at night. Great video!

The Corporal sent me. Glad to find your channel.

Maybe we will all need it some day

First time I've seen wellie boots on a survival site I like it.

Great video! Nice touch with the Chai recipe at the end! 👍👍. Thank you!

Great video Andrew great content very educational love your style im British thanks for your service big up London England soon 50000 subs keep up your great work

Very much appreciate you Andrew. I have started having my kids watch these. We are going to stsrt practicing these techniques and hopefully go for a short survival test this year. I can't thank you enough Sir. God bless!

With all of the economic destruction going on and peoples' lives being destroyed, I hope that the info you provide in these vids help somebody. Certain things in your vids trigger memories of my childhood in Alaska. Great stuff senor.

That was a cold overnighter! Awesome video! Thanks so much!

Thanks, some great tips there.

You always do a top notch job young man.

Awesome vids, Learned ,new Stuff

First, to tell you the Corporal sent me 🙂 Very informative, good video, look forward to following your future submissions.

Here in the South Western corner of MO, we now have one condition that was not available for your video, soaked everything. Started raining at 10pm Dec 31, now at 12pm Jan 1, rain stopped, but temps dropping like lead balloon, 34F now, down into the teens overnight. Certainly not circumstances to find yourself stuck out in. Great video, and very informative as always Sir.

@jamesconnors5653

2 жыл бұрын

Same in Michigan. When was a boy, carried a shower curtain to cover up with while riding bike and sheltering.