Luke, Don't worry about what people have to say about your handgun I carry my husband carries in this day and age it just makes sense to do

@gailknowles3804

3 ай бұрын

It's not that easy. You can be a badass in theory but it's a whole 'nother thing if you have to use it.

@danielsweeney6742

3 ай бұрын

You know the saying- “It is better to have and not need than to need and not have!”

@kinjiru731

3 ай бұрын

I think his big concern was KZread, who will quickly demonetize videos with gun content at times because it's less advertiser-friendly.

@janetburrows137

3 ай бұрын

I’m in the UK 🇬🇧. So in Theory!!!!! I shouldn’t need one. I’m 57 and haven’t heard of a friend needing one?? Touch Wood 🪵. I know in the USA 🇺🇸 it really is a problem!!! Hey Kids and Wannabes, will find one. So they aren’t going to be none existent . Just not as a common. Especially, out in the forest or woods. So in the Uk 🇬🇧!!! You really don’t need one. Cos I guarantee, any kid isn’t going in the “Deep, Dark Scary Woods”. Also, we’ve nothing out here, that’s going too kill you!!!! 😂😂 But Luke, fun aside, I don’t understand KZread for not allowing you to say what your carrying??? I mean some kid just finding out the other side of life and wants too get out of the cities. He’s going too need some protection, I mean, come on!!!!! The only think in the UK that’ll get you is another kid, right. And that kid will be scared out of his mind in the woods on his own!!!! That’s ok in your town and city’s. But you’ve got stuff coming into your towns and cities. So I do understand KZread, saying Nope. You can’t show them!!!! But KZread is world 🌎 wide. You can’t say!!! Ops!!!! You can’t show that? Everyone, going Backpacking, in let’s just say the USA, has a right to protect themselves, pepper 🫑 spray isn’t always going too work. Every country has its predators ( except the UK). So you should be able too show the protection, in your wild areas, that you need???? Or You just STOP 🛑 PEOPLE GOING IN THESE AREAS. That’s not right??!!! I’m getting myself disconbobulacated . IE confused. But you get my drift?? I hope 👍🤷‍♀️🙏❤️💕

@muchachonextdoor5608

3 ай бұрын

9 for the hood, 10 for the woods. Words to live by.

Agree. Take your gun with you. I am 81 and I keep mine at hand. Sorry you got sick. Pray you are better. God Bless you. Waiting for Susie.

@SilentGloves

3 ай бұрын

I couldn't agree more. Who cares what the internet says. When you head out on an adventure, if the Boy Scouts taught me anything, it's to Be Prepared. Being prepared means, among other things, being prepared for self preservation. Stay frosty.

I carry a roll of hot pink 1" surveyor tape when hiking. Anytime I go off-trail, I tie a 12" strip at eye level on a branch every few yards. It makes finding my way back much easier and has probably saved my rear end a few times. The 12" strips can be used several times.

@mccandless1

3 ай бұрын

I was going to say this. Spot on advice.

@lessharratt8719

3 ай бұрын

For sure. And don't wait until dark to set up a shelter. Been prospecting the wilderness for decades. Good advice.

@NadesikoRose

3 ай бұрын

I agree, the only thing I would add it is don’t focus on finding ‘hot pink’. If they don’t have that color, then go for the next obnoxiously bright color they have in stock…

@EVLitterPicker

3 ай бұрын

Do you collect them after or just litter the woods?

@165Lilbit

3 ай бұрын

They are collected as I return to the trail. As I stated, they can be reused.​@@EVLitterPicker

Luke, I’ve carried for almost 50 years and thankfully I’ve never needed it. But it was there if I did. As a retired military member and former law enforcement officer, I would urge all law abiding citizens to train and carry, especially this day and age. Never apologize for exercising a constitutional right! Thank you for all you do!

@staceytroffer8287

3 ай бұрын

Well said.

@jasonlee19790

3 ай бұрын

Thank you sir for that comment. It was nice hearing that from a law enforcement officer. Thank you for your service as well.

@nancytarter1298

3 ай бұрын

Agree 💯

@adamcarroll8356

3 ай бұрын

And then there’s people who shouldn’t carry 💁🏼‍♂️

@justbrowsing8482

3 ай бұрын

I like that idea! Thanks for sharing.

Les Stroud is a legend!

There is a line from Dune, which I committed to memory back in 84. “Fear is the mind killer, that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear and allow it to pass through me.” Day 73 of chemo and still going strong.🤙

@gud2go50

3 ай бұрын

Great quote!😊 I wish you well. God Bless you!😊

@microtyger

3 ай бұрын

That's exactly right. Face the Fear demon and let it pass through you. It genuinely works. 👍

@ReasontoLiveAdventures

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great comment, it is very appreciated.🤙

@ReasontoLiveAdventures

3 ай бұрын

Aye, I agree. My only worry these days is tripping, caused by my mostly numb left side(ministroke during the first craniotomy).

@carolutley6523

3 ай бұрын

Fear is having faith in the thing that you don't want to happen

Thanks for mention Les Stoud. So many KZreadrs forget where this all started from. I think the idea of naked and affraid came from him. Nobody gives him his flowers while he is still alive. Thanks so much as a fan!!!!

Survivorman, the man who started it all. Thanks for recognizing this amazing Canadian.

@shinysidedown9090

3 ай бұрын

Watch "Survival in the Bush" - 1954

I’m glad you carry something for self defense. This day and age it is necessary

Get well soon, my friend. I just got over bronchitis thinking it was allergies also. Nope, flu. Please take time to convalesce and rest. Your channel is the BEST, brother!

Excellent, as usual. And a weapon in the outdoors makes perfect sense. A lot of weirdos out there. Especially on the AP trail. Keep up the great work. Here’s a suggestion. I think you need to meet up with Luke from The Outdoor Boys and film an episode. The two Luke’s in a wilderness adventure would be awesome. Good family entertainment. Thanks!

Not a true getting lost/survival situation but I still would like to share my experience with the TOGR community. I went on a solo overnight trip to an area I've never been to before couple of years ago. I brought a ton of gear and was certain I had everything that I needed. I got to my destination spot for the night which was a valley in a canyon alongside a little creek with no other live soul around for miles and decided to break camp. The first thing I decided to do is to charge up my phone which was the primary tool for navigation (alltrails app with option to download the map offline and use it when no cell service is available). Through out the day I used up my phone battery to nearly zero thinking it's not a problem because I had a powerbank and a solar panel. My whole world turned upside down when unpacking my electronics bag and realizing I left my phone cable at home. I've never felt this level of panic and anxiety in my life. I was in the middle of nowhere with no idea on how to get back. I was about 8.5 miles away from starting point and my initial thought was to hurry back to the car with vague memory of the trail path that I've taken to get to camp but with sun already setting I knew it was a bad idea. Another issue was there very few water sources along the trail so even though I had more than a day worth of dehydrated meals I would still need water to cook it. I made the decision to stay at the camp and craft a plan for the morning. First thing I did was turn off my phone and place it in my pocket to keep it warm because I knew the temperatures would drop in the 30s and will completely kill the battery. I didn't eat dinner or sleep well that night. When I woke up in the morning, I filtered two 1 L bottles and filled up a 2 L reservoir with creek water. I started my ascend out of the canyon with little issue because there was only one path in and out but I knew the trail paths will split once I'm at the top. I got out of the canyon and headed in the direction where I remember I came from up until the point where the trail split and I had no idea which way to go. I powered up my phone and was luckily able to see the direction I'm supposed to be heading. I headed in the right direction but then once again came across the terrain I was not familiar with. I powered up my phone again which once again surprisingly turned on and it showed me that I have walked past the trail that I'm supposed to be on by a few miles. The option to walk back was not good because I didn't know how much more I can rely on my phone and I've already missed the turn out once so how am I going to find it again. I saw on the map that there is a trail next to me that leads in the direction of my starting point so I decided to take a chance with it. Another wave of panic and anxiety came over me when about a mile in there was an old sign saying the trail is closed. I decided to keep pushing through as options to go back were even worse. The trail path ended up being not too difficult at all, a few fallen down trees and washed out trail but overall it was an easy hike. The sign of relief came when I finally stumbled upon an old miner basket (not sure what it's called) and I knew exactly where I was. I got off the trail in one piece and realized how hungry and dehydrated I am (was saving water just in case I would not be able to get out). The gas station burrito and gatorade I bought on the way home tasted like the most delicious food I ate in my life. Anyways, this is my story where I truly felt like I was in a survival/getting lost situation even though it really was not. Strength and Honor! Have a great day everyone! PS: please excuse my many grammar mistakes :))))

@microtyger

3 ай бұрын

That's Reality! Scary, but you kept your head and handled it well. 👍

@anandrew6641

3 ай бұрын

Good lesson to bring doubles or triples of essentials, like 2 power cords, two small battery banks, two offline map apps on phone, and two printed maps, one of exact hike and one zoomed out 5 miles. Two ways to filter/clean water. Etc., and 2x of whatever is else is essential for trip, and return. For maps, I also bring the USGS Quad maps of the area I'll be in, I draw on it, and make notes. Useful if lost and upon return I archive it, with date, people on trip, and put it into trip binder.

I like Les Stroud's advice about the "3 zones of assessment" if you realize you're in a survival situation. Zone 1: What resources are on your person/in your clothing. Zone 2: What resources may be available in your immediate surroundings. Zone 3: What resources may be available outside of your immediate surroundings.

@Gadgeteer22

3 ай бұрын

Les Stroud recently put out a KZread short on these zones of assessment. Les also did a more detailed video dedicated to the zones of assessment about a decade ago for the afterearthfilm KZread channel, if anyone is interested.

@uTubeNoITube

3 ай бұрын

@@Gadgeteer22 Nice thank you for the info. :)

You say take a knee and I say hug a tree. I like both, and will always have them rhyming in my head now. Take care, Luke.

Thank you Luke for your balanced reasoned delivery. And for keeping things realistic. A few observations if I may: 1/. In windy conditions we obviously need to be mindful of window makers and dead standing trees. But I sense you may have been in an open area. 2/. I would have eaten prior to getting into bed to aid thermogenesis and help sleep. 3/. I would have put the tarp in an A frame formation low to the ground for better protection from the wind. 4/. We need to blaze the trail off the pathway with bright surveyors tape, or strips of shiny Mylar. Really great channel. Respect from England UK

Once I got lost on an elk hunt in the wilderness of the Colorado Rockies AND I had altitude sickness. It took me hours to finally find another hunter to help me back to camp. I actually had to point my .308 at him and force him to stop walking away from me as I shouted for help. I had no gear with me other than my rifle, and accidentally releasing my hinged floorplate over a snowdrift, I was down to one bullet in the chamber. I had no survival gear with me at all. I had left what little I had back in camp because I was just "going to look around camp" for tracks while my brother and a friend were actually hunting. After that, I was geared up for the rest of my life. Your video is super realistic and helpful, and every hunter should carry a pack and load out like you suggest. Great job sir.

I take a couple of blaze orange large bandanas and a small roll of surveyors tape, so I can mark the place were I realized I was lost. After I sit down and have a hot or cold drink and maybe a snack in order to calm down. I mark my position with a bandana, then with my gear I begin working my way in a slow arc using small pieces of bright orange surveyor tape in order to keep site of my path. If I finally recognize where I am, great. If not, I go back to my bandana to rest set up shelter, then try contacting help on my phone. If that does not work, hit the S.O.S button on my Defy GPS. This actually happened to me when I was hiking in New Zealand. Luckily I did not have to use my GPS alert. I panicked and began trying to find my way, until my training kicked in and I went back to where I recognized the trail a bit, sat down under my tarp and had a meal. When my son showed up to get me, he said I was so calm for being lost!😂 little did he know that was not completely the case!😊

I love the sound of the birds singing in the morning.

Finally somebody with clear words. You CAN NOT train emergencies. You can train skills for dealing with several situations - but that is merely theoretical. Experience, preparedness, skillset and resources help - but reality can be different and cruel. Thank you Sir for an excellent content. I do know what I'm talking about as I train professionals for life threatening situations - but it stands and falls with the individual's mindset.

Excellent video: one that shows what to do and why. Our day packs always include one pair of socks, Hershey’s dark chocolate nuggets, 4 packets of Lipton dry chicken noodle soup. Getting sick during this video shows how darkness or getting lost is NOT the only element attacking our bodies. Luke another excellent video

Smart to have your pew pew in an unknown situation in the wild. Carry on. Be safe.

I've enjoyed your videos for years, Luke. I've always respected your honesty.

Great video, a gear dump from you is a welcomed thing since I know it will all be useful items, rather than a sales pitch!

I’m glad your up front and you should always carry. Chances are it will be someone else’s life you save before your own. Swagman roll is the most versatile kit you could have . Great job my friend

Thank you for making this video for us. It was very real and instructional. Explaining pain in the outdoors, fear, what to carry, it was all about survival. We saw you getting cold, getting flushed, not getting good sleep if you've never been lost, lol and it helped me to man-up on the inside and be strong. You truly have to switch your mindset. I could go on and talk, but this was a good one for me. I appreciate them all, which is why I subscribed, and even though I live in an urban environment, and a boomer, still, must have skills, okay? It's about survival, not survival in ideal conditions. S&H. God bless.

This is Good Luke, a real time emergency in slow motion, as one who skydived for 25 years with well over 1000 sport jumps who is retired now, I had 6 malfunctions in 25 years, knowing your emergency cut a way procedures is vital to survival, all 6 were handled with 100% success, I'm 71 now, have scuba dived for 28 years, had one entanglement, while in the process of recovering some lost equipment, this was a real disaster potentially, approached the emergency with all the facts at hand, if I was unable clear the entanglement, I know that just removing my gear and swimming to the surface was always my first option, I didn’t need to I cleared the entanglement and recovered the equipment, THINKING, everyone has a brain, if they will use it, Cheers My Friend😎😎😎

Toe warmers! Luke should add toe warmers to his kit. They have adhesive backing. When I'm going to be outside, in really cold weather, I use toe warmers on my chest. Just put them on each side, over your innermost clothing layer. It really helps with keeping your core temperature up, and blood flowing to yours extremities.

@MsRotorwings

3 ай бұрын

I find OCOOPA usb rechargeable hand warmers to be more useful and reliable.

Back in the while serving in the army in the 70s we were out on a day hike in the German alps in winter.. A heavy fog /clouds came down and we could not continue. We informed our base of our problem, and spent the night in the mountains. The temp dropped to -25°c , but we had the right equipement plus 24hr ration packs, we had a comfortable night.

Of all the channels I have seen of this type, this person is the only one who does not pollute, does not dirty, does not destroy, does not simulate situations. Just test the equipment and that's all we want to know. Greetings

@jwiLx

3 ай бұрын

Thats all YOU want to know. I like people who actually know how to use items correctly tbh...

@adamcarroll8356

3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 I watch this channel but there are others who do the same 🤦🏼

That thing in your front pack greatly lessons the fear of things in the dark for me.

Don't worry about what others say. You are doing great. Keep it up 💯😃. I grew up with a wonderful grandfather and he took me out camping, fishing and stuff. You do it right. Thanks for sharing this enjoyable video with me. Hello from Indiana USA and this 63 year old lady.

I always carry a gun these days in the woods,, you just never know what might be lurking out there.. Great video Luke,,I have been scared in the dark before,, and like you said it is all about the fear unknowing.. and also best advise ever,, trying to calm down and not panic that is the main thing for us to think about..

@BUYBOTH

3 ай бұрын

While I don't carry while hiking, the first time I came across a bear I wish I had. However since then I've encountered other bears and got used to them. They don't bother me and I don't bother them. The noisiest creatures I frequently encounter are birds hopping though the leaves on the ground. But you're right, you never know what's out there.

Thanks for the video Luke. Great reminder to go prepared. This scenario could be used in a situation where instead of being lost, you went off trail to look at something, took longer then intended. Got dark before you got back and not a good idea to travel in the dark in unfamilar terrain, even with a light.

@microtyger

3 ай бұрын

Very true... and this actually happens a lot. 🤔

The Japanese mountain rescue guys in my neck of he woods, all carry little drones. They use them to take video (obviously), if they get lost, to view their possible routes, and they have streamers that they attach to get above tree tops and attract attention. As cheap as they are and packable, I may just use their idea for hiking and camping.

If you get lost try and find your boot prints and back track, one tip on the way in off the trail is to break small twigs, if you can take a spool of fishing line with you, unroll it as you leave the trail. Best wishes.

@__GALLANT__

3 ай бұрын

NC

Get well soon brother. Prayers are with you!

Thanks for taking us along and sharing your wisdom and experience. Feel better, Luke!

Thanks I know someone out there needed to hear this.

A few years ago in my neighborhood, there was a rash of break-ins. There was of course, a huge discussion on the Nextdoor website. People were saying the police response time was like 12 minutes and they were scared if someone even knocked on the door. I said if you’re afraid inside your own home, that’s a shame. Guns are available - learn to use them. Constant training and practice is the key to being comfortable.

Luke, I am so sorry that you are not feeling well. Hope you get better soon. You are such a smart trooper. You never loose your cool in situations. That is commendable. So you😊

Even breaking your small toe, the pain radiates up your side and will give u sore teeth and head not pleasant, Great video and advice cool 😎

Thank you for a really nice video. For anybody that watched this I’m sure learned a lot. I did. I hope you feel better. Get your rest. Oh by the way. I’m 67 and carry a concealed weapon. So I think you should be able to say that without getting any backlash. Take care.

Luke, thank you so much for your education! It's very much appreciated ❤

A whistle and compass should always be in the bag. Good video Luke.

Fantastic Video! Emergency Survival Gear. Thanks Brother Luke.

I've never been lost, but once I couldn't find my campsite. It was the first time I carried a GPS (1997) and it didn't occur to me to mark it. My grid search took about an hour to find it. I also had one of those half sized insulation pads back in '86. My legs about froze. BTW, thanks for the link to those nice 8 mil poly bags. I'll be placing an order.

I never go into the forest without some marking tape. I prefer florescent orange color. If you have never seen it before, it's just a roll of a kind of vinyl strip material. It's not sticky. You can tear off small pieces and tie it on branches etc. Anytime you go off trail, or feel as though you aren't sure if you are on the trail, you can basically leave easy to find bright color "bread crumbs" to find you way back. It's like blazing without damaging anything. And, it can be used by others if they need to try to find you.

I really appreciate the transparency and how genuine you are with your content. Sucks that you can't talk about what you carry to protect yourself on these trips but that's just how it goes these days. AWESOME VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!!

I really enjoy these scenario simulations when you do them.

I would never go camping without a handgun. Damn what people say. Your right for doing so. Love your videos. 👍👍👍

❤ Thank you very sound tips safe adventures everyone

I live between Milwaukee and Chicago.I don't leave the house,without something, walking stick(club), knife,gun,sometimes everything I've got!!!!

You carried a big pack for a day hike!

In my opinion you are smart to carry; I am all for personal protection. 👍

The wilderness medical society does a pretty good job of training medical personnel to respond to emergencies. You are correct in your comments about difficulty simulating emergencies. Not that I’m recommending it, but injecting hypertonic saline subcutaneously will result in severe pain. That has been used in past studies of dermatome innervation. I seriously doubt the reward would outweigh the risk. In defensive shooting scenarios we frequently use shot timers, scenario setups, and loud noises to help increase stress, but it is not the same as real shooting scenarios. I doubt it is possible to make being lost feel real in a scenario as well. I agree that we should still TRY to practice skills with simulated stressors. Excellent video, as usual.

Luke all the years I camped out I always had a 357 MAG with me . I'm glad to hear you pack👍👍

Agree! My moto is: 'You are lost? Make yourself at home'. That's where the Bushcraft skills and knowledge will come handy. In Canada, being unprepared, it means death by hypothermia. Many have found out the hard way and were carried by 6. Thanks

Another great video. Two small points - certainly bring your modern electronics with you (Cell phone, smart watch etc), but don’t rely on them. Bring an old fashioned regular mechanical compass along with a signaling mirror and whistle with you as a back up. The only other thing I noted as ‘missing’ was a leatherman multi tool or Swiss Army knife. I see you listed a first aid kit at the end of the video though you didn’t talk about it - I’ll just add that the kit should include a Tourniquet, and if you take daily meds you should bring several days extra meds just in case.

Never forget about the widow makers

Loved that last transition with the top of the trees as the daylight started and the fog disapated. I have been packing a combo of bivy and poncho that snaps together from army surplus. But I'm in Florida buf do camp winters when it can get near freezing. I love my little blow up insulated mattress like yours. Tarps are amazing things that make a world of a difference! Thanks for all your recommendations over the years!

I always carry when I am camping. It is an equalizer for females and a must. The rest of the advice you gave and gear you showed was spot on for what it was. Thank you

For this type scenario you should always have something warm to cover your head and neck. In Luke's case here he got by without it but in any conditions colder, or with a bivy or tarp failure, something fleece or wool over the head and neck (where most heat is lost) could save the day.

Been following you and practicing survival skills for years This is my favorite type of video. TY

Nice spruce forest. Looks alot like here on the coast of Alaska. Have a great day Luke.

Luke I think a good idea for injury episode is to put let's say five diff types of injury ideas in a paper bag. Draw three .and then show us how you would treat the injury if you had just what you brought with you.. as a nurse we have done these drills to deal with injuries after a tornado or a fire in hospital etc. I feel people could deff learn a thing or two from you. ..perhaps what it would be like to splint your arm or leg if you were alone till help would arrive. And so on! Thanks love your channels and of course Susie is awesome too!! ❤❤

Great tips for staying alive in the outdoors.

29:41 lol this is very relatable. I live in the suburbs and really wanted to test out my tent in the cold weather (being partially inspired by winter vids you made). I put up my tent and put a big tarp over it to help hold in heat. It wasn't too cold and roughly the same temperature as this video, if not warmer. I placed a cot (to stay off the ground), layered up in sweatpants, thick socks, and a hoodie, and zipped up in an military's sleeping bag made for -40 degrees f. I turned on my mr buddy and was all set. I slept good, but as soon as i woke up, i knew i was screwed. I ran back in my house (after being out there for no more than 7 hours and was sick as hell for over a week. Apparently i completely didn't realize that you have to make sure you cover your mouth and nose being cold air and a moist nose are the perfect recipe for a flu.

Perfect setup. Thanks for sharing. I would add waterfilter. Once I wanted to take some photos along some small lakes in the forest. I parked the car, found a path and found the lakes. Took some photos. Followed the same path back and came out of the forest exactly where I entered it. Back in the car I realized that it could have turned out differently. I need to take it slower and pay more attention to the surroundings. And bring a setup like this.

That kit looks pretty good for just about any situation....... You would definitely be my 'go to guy' for kitting me out 😎🤙

Very good video. Thanks for filming it.

I rather have it and not need it, then to not have it and regret it. I’m an Army veteran and learned that you get one chance and safety with Security are on the top of my list because if you don’t look out for yourself no one will.

I should probably rethink my day pack. Right now I carry a fanny pack with 2 water bottles, a poncho, a compass, and if cold, a packable down jacket. I don't intend to get lost. I always check my direction when I leave a trail.

@Karlosdjackle

3 ай бұрын

Ya I agree. I never bring a sleeping bag, mat or bivvy on a day hike. I bring a cook set for lunch, a small tarp to get out of the rain when I'm taking a break, water, wet gear, and food. I'll also have my pocket knife and nav gear.

Wish you a speedy recovery

I have my gun with me everywhere I go. Just be safe wherever you are. This is the first survivor episode I’ve seen. But we do keep one like you ~~ for the season. But still I’m learning. You do a great thing by teaching. Thank you for all that you do.

Stay armed, Luke. You're a good man and there's no shortage of bad men out there.

I imagine your calm, intelligent, controlled mindset follows you throughout your daily life, too? Very impressive & and unfortunately, too rare in many people

Thank you Luke. This was a very good, informative, and maybe life preserving video. A darned Good job!

Luke, that was one of the best well put together episodes that I've seen. Excellent cinematography. Love the thermal pro thermometer. A bandana or a shemagh is a must have. Years ago I was told that the Indians call that fog when it rolls in like that creeping death ☠️. You need a bandana or a shemagh or something to tie around your mouth and nose. When you start breathing in moist cool air, it can give you pneumonia really quickly. Being lost is no fun at all. Best always carry a compass know how to use it and where you are before you even going any direction. I remember years ago when I was a kid, stepdad myself and the dog went hiking up a mountainside near Knoxville, Tennessee. We were supposedly going raccoon hunting, but mostly just out hiking. Got lost on top of that mountain and the night time started coming in. We had a lantern and I remember turning it down and you could see all the lights of Knoxville, so we knew what direction that was in, but we were still pretty lost. I came up with a bright idea and told the dog that it was time to eat food. That dog named Jack led us down off the top of that mountain, through at least three briar patches and across a couple of creeks. He wasn't messing around and he took a shortcut straight to the house. LOL. We were nonetheless for wear, with a few exceptions of briar scratches. Jack the white dog that looks like the dog from the Jack London books, he saved me from getting bit by a couple of snakes, by walking in front of me and stopping me, and one time, even pulled me out of a snow drift when I fell in a crevice on a dry lake bed that was about 4 ft deep when I was only about that tall. Having the right gear, protection from elements and evil things, like a firearm and maybe bear repellent, mosquito repellent and other such, and a good companion are the best combinations. Thank you for all that you do and hopefully you are well over the flu by now. Everybody always recommends elderberry syrup for those ailments. Looking forward to the next and happy hiking and camping from East Tennessee.

I’ve seen all your videos I like seeing these brass tax this is how it is videos I love it thank you

That’s a very innovative way of getting a tarp up! Great video and thanks for sharing this experience with us all. Hope you get well soon!

Feel better soon. Rest and take care please be careful.

great video, one thing in a survival scenerio you can always depend on are your skills(ie. knot tieing,starting a fire, building a shelter, etc.). Dave canabury has awesome videos with self-reliance outfitters. just a recomindation

How true the fear of the unknown and the what if's . The woods also close in around you which is freaky and can play with your mind . good tips Luke on what you should carry with you in your pack on an extended hike Just in case you do find yourself lost.

Good job Luke!

I remember your fire kit being so awesome I actually wouldn't mind you going over it again.

Luke, awesome video! Your knowledge is priceless. Thanks 👍

Another great video, Luke. It’s been quite a journey since I found your channel what seems like yesterday, though I know that was many years ago. You’ve been so consistently my favorite source for relaxation, education, and entertainment. I feel like I’ve gained a lifelong camping companion as I’ve traveled and often camped for work on my longer term excursions. Your knowledge, kindness and honesty has been such magnetic trait that it’s grown such a community around the outdoors that is more conscious, and more comfortable WITH the out doors and has helped me be that for others around me too. Thank you for that.

Always great to prepare...and simply thinking ahead and imagining scenarios can help greatly. I have always liked movies with adversity in them. Sure, they are merely Hollywood scripts....but they get my mind going, whether its a true story or not. Survival situations, horror movies about home invasions or psychopaths, war movies...all get my mind going about what I would do, and also my own limitations and realities. Great content Luke. As for firearms...99% of gun owners are safe and respectful. Worry not about the naysayers. Everywhere save for a few coastal areas and cities....it is old culture and not an issue. We used to have shotguns and rifles visible in back window or our trucks...windows down...unlocked...in the high school parking lot. Sad how the times have changed.

I fractured my shoulder two summers ago, almoat needed surgery. The most i could do was peel myself off the ground, get inside, and have a family member take me to the ER. You are correct. Doing anything after a fracture is painful.

Great video, great setup. I trail run have done for over 20 years. Its the runners that usually get themselves killed in the sticks. Talking to someone at home about exactly which trail your on is so important. Not I'm off, see ya. No phone, no jacket, no snacks.

Have you thought of writing a “How To when you’re in ‘this’ situation….” book? Love your blogs, especially when it rains. Be safe!

Great video Luke. I have put together a similar day kit, and like you, it changes based on the season. Mine centers around a light weight; hammock, tarp, Snugpak Jungle Blanket (large), and a heavy duty space blanket vs. your ground sheet, tarp, bivy and poncho for a shelter. Thx to your suggestion, I am going to add the half sleeping mat. I like a mat when I use a hammock as I am a side sleeper. I set up the space blanket so if the jungle blanket isn't enough I just pull the space blanket over top of me loosely. Again, I generally am only in area's that have trees. If not I would move away from the hammock and go with a bivy. Good stuff. Thx for posting. 73 & God Bless

The most realistic "pretend injury " I've ever seen was Andrew Lincoln on Walking Dead limping, later I heard him say that he actually put a rock in his boot. Lol

5 star emergency camping!.

You should get search and rescue certified. I know a guy. Nice video

First of all your advice is fantastic and I absolutely agree with everything. I can't help but look at this setup though and think for most people just having an ultralight down quilt and an ultralight tent would be much easier to setup and realistically probably even smaller to pack and carry.

Good kit, Luke. Thank you for the lesson. It makes me sad that we may need an equalizer. That we may need to take care of business, in this way, well, it is what it is. You posted a great instruction list. I agree that staying calm and still, make a well thought out plan, is paramount…good kit. Well done, Luke. Thanks, from East Tennessee. P.S. Sorry about the flu. Staying warm…bivy, tarp, Swagman, insulation pad…stove with fuel, fluid, an energy bar…YEA! Light, easy. Might consider lowering the tarp-18 to 20 inches off the ground. My arthritic joints like the tarp higher, heh, heh…we do what we’re trained to do. Get well, Buddy.

You are so right!!! Panic kills. It happens to everyone. Stop and think out the situation and get a game-plan.

Getting sick when you're out and about sucks. Sorry to see that, hope it didn't last long. Great video as always.

Prayers you feel better soon