I had this posted in the description but figured id move it to the comments so its more visible: While this situation was simulated, everything in the video I actually did with the limited tools and gear that I brought, all shown on video. I always tell people where I'm going, I always carry an emergency communication device and I always bring an extra paddle, But It was fun to go through the motions of a potential stranded situation. I'm sure I could have fixed my paddle before I snapped it all the way through but then I wouldn't have got to spend the night with my 1000 mosquito friends. Hope yall have a great day

@brigittej5158

Жыл бұрын

Stay home

@musician4life817

Жыл бұрын

Man keep doin what you are doing. Spread facts stay true. Love and peace brither

@Fuzzleberry

Жыл бұрын

I always think "man this looks like a great time, why don't I ever do this?" Then I see those mosquitos and remember why I sleep in a bed indoors. But maybe one day.

@XanderBudnick

Жыл бұрын

@@brigittej5158 thanks for the advice. Very helpful 👍

@brigittej5158

Жыл бұрын

@@XanderBudnick You're very welcome

Even with a broken oar he still placed his camera on land and went back out onto the water to get the approach shot, the commitment is real!

@garanius

2 жыл бұрын

No, Gustavo did that :)

@mianhussain2357

2 жыл бұрын

He has a whole professional camera crew. He showed it in one of his old videos. /s

@lcampm2

2 жыл бұрын

Stage crew provided a broken paddle

@IP1115

2 жыл бұрын

that made the video fake.

@gr4410

2 жыл бұрын

@@IP1115 that end showed that the video is ""fake"", but the content was great either way

I always notice how grateful you are for the fish that you catch and eat, and that you always take what you need and not more. The world needs more outdoorsmen like you. Thank you for your amazing work.

@inspirednamehere6166

Жыл бұрын

First time watching one of his videos and I noticed that; it immediately made me more interested after seeing his respect.

Hey Xander, been going through a tough time the last few weeks, but your videos always put a smile on my face and help distract me, much love man

@Nottaken112

2 жыл бұрын

bro just remember, you've been through you're whole life with ups and downs, you can do it this time

@Zifffan

2 жыл бұрын

Let´s go man, you´re doing great! Stay hard!

@harrisonballane2424

2 жыл бұрын

Turn to God in this time man 👍

@wavebend1474

2 жыл бұрын

looks like Xander is going through a tough time in that video tho

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

@@Nottaken112 well said

Love these short survival videos just as much as your cinematic pieces!! Awesome stuff Xander.

@larryhutchinson4271

2 жыл бұрын

You didn't find this to be another great "cinematic" piece?? finds the extra paddle in the boat just as he gets ready to head home after spending a horrible night with millions of skeeters. lol

@patriot1303

Жыл бұрын

@@larryhutchinson4271 he said it was a simul in the description

Literally the only reason i dont do this kind of stuff myself, mosquitos, I've always been a magnet for them and it's almost a phobia now because of it.

@T.S.P.B

Ай бұрын

The less you sweat the less you get mosquito bites

@PhoenixReturns

Ай бұрын

@@T.S.P.B Ive never really sweat much, when i was most bitten, during my teen years i basically didnt sweat at all.

Can't tell how it is good to see rain and hear rain sound,all you need is good bed with shelter over it and go to sleep while listening rain sound and experiencing cold air.......😴😴😴😴😴😴

Xander my Man. I don't know if I want to laugh or cry! Thanks again for another great video, showing what trying to survive in less than ideal circumstances is truly like.

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@FrancisSiuChock

2 жыл бұрын

@@XanderBudnick Always Bud! Stay well!

@the_grand_tourer

2 жыл бұрын

And he gets out and sets up sequences and shots. Seamless story telling an dealing with the stuff at the same time. Impressive energy and determination !

@shandelebroyles1099

Жыл бұрын

He was faking it dude. He had the canoe over his head, there's no way he didn't know it. And people like him aren't going to get on the water without knowing what they have. So......

@user-zv5zq3sx3l

Жыл бұрын

@@shandelebroyles1099 dawg speak English.

I’ve been watching your videos for a month now. I love the challenges that you make for yourself. I started camping about 2 years ago and I keep looking for ways to push myself a bit more each time I go, so watching these videos are an inspiration for me. Thank you for the content, Xander.

this video is up there on one my favorites on your channel, I'm not sure why but there's something about this video. Thank you!

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

I love the variety of content on your channel: the multi-day solo trips, the youtuber team-ups, and these solo survival videos. A great way to test yourself and to teach some important skills! I'm always learning when I watch your videos; they've made me push my own limits and boundaries. Many thanks!

Been having a lot of an anxiety but your videos do a great job at keeping my mind of things and keep my mind on being outside. Thanks man !!

Every video when we see a far off camera angle… he sets it up and goes all the way back to get that shot, then goes all the way back to pick up his camera. So much dedication for this footage and I truly enjoy watching!

@reginaldhuckstable9797

2 жыл бұрын

You never watched survivor man before huh

@joecexe1

Жыл бұрын

Has a film crew

You videos never fail to take me along for whichever Adventure you are departing on. They take me with and move me to a similar place of natural tranquility that only the wild can provide. It is a rare thing, not only in a KZread content sphere but for media in general that I can experience something like that. In my opinion it is a testament to the efforts you go through to produce content of this quality. I'm really happy to be watching along, as i reminisce over the outdoor experiences of my own life, and feel inspired to dream of new ones. Cheers and thanks for the content, Xander.

“I had my spare paddle here this whole time”🤣 cheers for making me laugh xander:)

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

lol

@shandelebroyles1099

Жыл бұрын

Umm whatever

@daninazriel

Жыл бұрын

@@shandelebroyles1099 I can't help but noticed quite a few of your negative comments.Do u hv some issues with this guy? U know him personally?U don't like it,watch other stuff then..

@dougdavis8986

Жыл бұрын

@@daninazriel ummm, whatever.

It's been pretty awesome to see your skills and confidence in your outdoors abilities grow, but the fishing especially. I still remember the first video we see you clean and cook your own fish, and you saying you're really novice at it, but need to get better. And now here you are catching one and cooking it caveman style to survive without issue. Well done man. What a pleasure its been to see your adventures and witness your skills level up!

@penguin44ca

2 жыл бұрын

It's all in the editing

@jahid1654

Жыл бұрын

All are fake , that fish was already dead.

@liammurphy6063

Жыл бұрын

@@jahid1654 I hope this is sarcasm hahahaha you literally saw the take

This was an amazing compact 11 minutes education, innovation and entertainment. Well done sir, keep it up!

In a survival situation (yes, even if it is only for one night) you never extinguish a fire until you are ready to depart the area. In this case, the smoke from the fire may have helped the mosquito problem, too. All-in-all, a great entertaining video. I am now a subscriber.

Hey Xander Bud, I found your channel few months ago and few days ago I completed watching all your past videos, I wait for the new ones. I have gone through so many channels like yours but your one stands out and make me smile. you have that thing... thanks man, yes I enjoy watching your video as much as you experience in the woods. keep the videos coming please.. much love from Australia

Rain at the middle of the forest gives me chill and peace of mind

Love your long “movie” like videos of trips but these quick survivorman esc stile videos are also so good. Nice work brother

@brongulus2617

2 жыл бұрын

I like the long ones but I don't always have time for them. I DO always have time for these.

Excellent tips n tricks! Thanks Xander! I always enjoy your stuff, whether it's these short ones, or the longer multi-day trips. Thanks!

Thank you for the great content and gentle lessons. You have a generous soul.

Excellence as usual! Love the focus on survival tips for this one.

the rainy camping videos just hit different.

So proud of you man. This is life, survival of the fittest! You are gaining that power big time while seeing things no one else has

Outstanding application of knowledge, skills, and equipment! What some may not realize is that behind these 11 minutes were many hours and experiences on each of the survival elements … shelter, fire, cooking a fish with paracord ! … and actually having a well thought out survival kit. Great example of taking ownership for your adventures and managing the outcomes. Thanks for the education.

Hey, Xander. I too have been having a "horrendous" week, but sometimes it's never as bad as you think, and the solution was always there the whole time. A lot of times I think I've just been stuck in my head or not sleeping enough. Your videos always cheer me up. Keep going, man!

As per usual - freakin' loved it. I knew something was up when I saw that wooden paddle. Not sure I've ever seen you use a wooden paddle you sly dog! You know, whenever I'm having a crappy day, I'll just swing by your channel and watch your videos - I'm either content with the the amazing, serene scenes or I'm laughing at your humour... especially the critical "poop tips". I wish you much continued success!

Loving your videos Xander! I'm learning so many lessons through your experiences. Keep it up!

I absolutely love the lengths you will go just to mix it up and show the creative side as well the reality of what it could be like out there unprepared

Always great stuff, I used to paddle heavily as a younger man prior to family kids and all that, I do enjoy watching you go and do what you do. Brings back great memories.

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

glad to hear

some good cast-away vibes you created with this one. Nice ;)

Blessings come in all sorts of ways and more often than not I find them when the frustration, worry, overwhelming has calmed. Like your spare set of paddles. Great life lessons video. Thank you

I don't know whether I would have more enjoyed cuddling you to keep warm, or scaring you into being awake all night. I like when you travel with somebody for comfort and safety. You do well alone, but you have nothing to prove anymore. You could teach new travelers how it works. Good video. Pax.

This was nice to see a "REAL" survival night!!! Great Work!

Just to echo what everybody else is saying, another great video! I enjoy the short format, although that's not to say I don't enjoy the longer videos! Point is, I appreciate the effort you put in for us, and this was a fun one to watch. Those mosquitoes make my skin crawl just looking at them!

As usual, awesome stuff Xander!! Keep the videos coming!! I look forward to your stuff just about more than any other KZreadr!! Keep on hitting the outdoors and filming!!

Haha outstanding Xander! Great video, and as always, we love the tongue in cheek approach. The humour doesn't take anything away from the fact that the video actually has legitimate instructional value!

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Giske :D appreciate it my friend

Man, that was great. At the start I was like "Ok, it's a cool way to set up a survival situation but I hope Xander doesn't get into the whole 'Oh look at my precarious not planned predicament' that KZreadrs often do". Video was good so I watched, and then at the end, bam, you made it all come together perfectly. You are the real deal, dude.

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it :)

@shandelebroyles1099

Жыл бұрын

🙄

@MJRSA9404

Жыл бұрын

@@shandelebroyles1099 and your problem?

You are such a down to earth guy. Love your videos. God bless!

Way to go Zander, another awesome video. I have to admit at first I was surprised you didn’t have a spare, however, great way to show us how to make it through a night if needed. Not sure how you didn’t go crazy with them mosquitoes, they were insane. Thanks again!!

Can't tell if the ending was a joke or not, not sure if I want to 🤣 absolutely loved the video as always Xander your content is one of the few sure fire mood boosters in my life so thank you !

Funny you didn't see that extra paddle 😄

@RelaxWithDog

2 жыл бұрын

what a surprise

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

lol

Love channels like yours, not only do you share your trips. But envaluable lessons and tips of survival as well. Keep up the great content.

@penguin44ca

Жыл бұрын

If you follow his tips you will be dead. It's all fake survival.

Hi Xander, I'm a new viewer, been watching since the start of 2022! Your videos are outstanding and the cinematography is incredible. Always relaxes me and makes me want to be with you in your crazy scenarios (maybe not this one!). Keep it up because it really cheers me up!

I love that despite the fact that the paddle is broken but Xander still managed to setup a camera on land and filmed himself canoeing to shore.

(Narrator) _Here we see Xander heroically fix his paddle by wrapping 100 meters of paracord around the break and securing it with 342 common outdoorsperson knots. Let's watch!_

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

lol - i thought about it

I think this is absolutely great. Probably not the video you wanted to create but really shows what to do to survive If you get stranded.

You are a Legend mate. You keep it so real and authentic. so much to learn from you and it will help me adding quality to my upcoming videos ❤️

I was watching this whole thing with a giggle! Knowing that you already slept out in the snow with less, on purpose, I knew you were just being melodramatic about this whole ordeal 🤭

I cannot believe you filmed this! This shows so much dedication to your viewers and your channel. Amazing!

@PrivateMemo

2 жыл бұрын

Gottem

@11binfantryfollowmeus.army95

2 жыл бұрын

Filmed by his film crew…..fact…..you just dont see them……🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫🤫

@Dew82222

11 ай бұрын

it was a simulation so was all planned so he was obviously going to film it

@cmargheimable

11 ай бұрын

@@Dew82222 yep. Had I watched the whole thing instead of commenting immediately I’d have thought twice !

@Dew82222

11 ай бұрын

@@cmargheimable oh it’s fine not a bad comment I was just informing you about this

I love that u say thank you for the fishes life seems simple and some people would probably laugh but I think that’s awesome. Shows an attitude and approach to it all that I appreciate

Don't wanna spoil the majesty, but when you realise at 0:22 that he would have had to setup that shot then get back in Patches to paddle out and back in again. Man that's commitment to storytelling, much respect! ✌

I feel you made this situation for making surviving video. How many times you actually go out to paddling with only 1 oar?

@Aurien.

2 жыл бұрын

try watching until the end :)

@peterb678

2 жыл бұрын

Really???

@emf333

2 жыл бұрын

Nobody reads the description. 😆

@ARI-wc6xd

2 жыл бұрын

@@emf333 thanks, just read it, usually never do. 😁

@ARI-wc6xd

2 жыл бұрын

@@Aurien. 🙃saw it

9:56 - I was always surprised to see so few mosquitoes in your videos Xander. Here in Russia sharing the same climate zone and 95% the same landscapes we have much more of them. Much more... That was nice to see you in almost familiar mosquitoes conditions in this video. Nice video. Loved it 🤗

@borris3768

Жыл бұрын

Stop invading ukraine

Excellent video you could say on survival, Loved the set up you had for yourself for that rainy night and great catch i must say on the bass. Things unexpected can certainly happening when out on an adventure in the backcountry or basically anywhere in the boonies , good to be prepared love the video Xander always good to know what one can do in a certain situation. Thank you

So clever! What a great video - love the kindling drying up in the canoe and scraping off the wet bark. Mosquitos though, the worst!

Always embrace the unforseen adventures. 👍👍👍. Very well done Xander!!! 👍

Loved the survival aspect of this video, so resourceful and educational!

I love your videos man. Something so peaceful about them. Sometimes they help me.

This would be a ruined trip in my book. But you made the best of it and worked through the hardships. Well done. Your positive attitude shows acceptance of what is and a great lesson for this viewer. Thanks for sharing!

Thank you so much for doing this much needed video!!! Kudos!!

Always love stuff like this. Seems so cozy and would love to do something like this with a friend.

Great that you had that survival stuff, and caught the bass. Without it what a misery that night would have been. I learned a valuable lesson once when kayaking and my paddle broke unexpectantly. Always take a spare.

Just discovered this channel and it's great. I'm a big fan of Les Stroud (survivorman) and I can definitely see his influence in your work. I mean that as a high compliment. Respect to you, good sir.

Man i love your videos, everytime I'm searching for a video you are my first one to search, keep the good work and be careful as always my dude.

Really enjoyed this one. Its always awesome when your videos have a fresh new theme to them.

Brilliantly done thanks I enjoyed watching

A very informative demonstration of some basic skills for situations when you may be caught in a wet weather scenario overnight. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience. God bless and keep you safe. - Tennessee Smoky

very beautiful scenery, your video makes the heart comfortable, behind the crowded city atmosphere can be very calm by watching your video, thank you

Thanks for making a well edited video that hits all of the great points and isn’t full of fluff!

Great job Xander, you just made me laugh. Thanks for sharing another great video. Stay safe and God bless you man

If I was younger & single, I might just be doing what you’re doing. Thanks for letting me live vicariously thru your videos!

Love you content Xander! Great creator of mellow outdoor videos.

I actually really appreciate when Xander shows the process of preparing the fish because I find it so intriguing although I know some people don't like it

Outstanding survival skills you are showing us in this unique and extraordinary video! On the other side this experience gave you tons of new memories and refined even your skills to survive in this difficult situation, well done, Xander! You are a hero in wilderness survival! Thank you so very very much for also having the patience to record your amazing adventure for us to be with you in your struggles you handled so very well! More friendly greetings and blessings from Sweden to you, dear, Xander! Take care!

@Hubiro

Жыл бұрын

he literally camped 3 meters from a lake and was shocked that there were 1000 mosquitoes…. not so survival skilled if you ask me..

Always surprises me how many mosquitos there are in place like Canada and Alaska I always thought the cold would keep them away

Remember when we were younger and didn't want the world to find out about our favorite band. Kinda feel like that with Xander but at the same time think everyone should see these. Thank you man.

Hello Xander, thank you so much for your vids. Keep it up, take care.

Awesome survival video thank you for sharing friend

I like this kinda videos basic survival anyone of us could end up in these situations. Great video man

Thanks so much for your video they are always great.

Loved this video! I've seen all of your uploads and my favourite ones always end up being the "fun-ducational" ones or you being your raw, pure self... which is all of your videos haha. Can't wait for the next upload bro!

it's great the adventures you share with us thank you very much and good luck for the rest

Found your channel and have binge-watched every video. Makes me want to get outdoors more and cook epic food and canoe epic waters. Subscribed.

A great way to test your survival skills, Xander….I learned important information from this video!

Xander I simply adore your content; it is absolutely stunning.

Man way watching your videos at night really helps me relax. So thank you for sharing your beautiful content. ❤

Ok ok... I'm "hooked" now! Perfect viewing. Warm & genuine, and amazing audience perception/awareness to capture what you do for the viewer.

A man who understands the power of a storyline to make even a wet night in the woods instructive, amusing & memorable - and has all the skills to process the germ of an idea all the way through to the finished product! Very clever stuff again, Xander - the perfectionism is much appreciated & admired. Don't outgrow KZread yet, though. You'll leave too many of your devotees heartbroken ...

Hey Xander, new subscriber here! I've seen you in Jon's videos and thought you are so much fun too watch! You're a natural entertainer😉. Also, big props for putting yourself in that situation to demonstrate some wonderful ingenuity and skill. Keep it up Xander! I look forward to following along on your channel😍

Yes Xander, and if you had looked around a bit better in the boat, you would have noticed not only the paddle but also your tent and 2-3 portions of dried lasagna 😁

@XanderBudnick

2 жыл бұрын

bahahaha :p

Hey Xander!💯 I'm excited about your videos. I watch and get inspired. Good luck going forward and looking forward to the next videos from you! Chow!😊🔥👋

One of my favorite videos yet. Thank you ! Greetings from Germany :)

All of his rain videos are just so good full body tingles

Leaving land in the end scene with the camera still on land.. that hurts me because I know he’s gotta come back for it.. this dude is dedicated.. though all the hard times he still gives us the perfect video.. ❤️❤️❤️

Nice Monday pick-me-up. Always fun to watch.

I know what’s going to relax me at night when I see my boy posted another vid!!!!

Great video! I love how you started that fire with tiny branches and step by step it became much bigger