Survival In The Forest

There are three things that never disappoint after a successful day on the water: Crappie, Cornbread, and Coffee. In this video I head out to catch fresh crappie, then cook up one of my favorite traditional camp meals. Fresh fried crappie, homemade cornbread baked in camp, and a hot cup of coffee—simple ingredients that have

Sometimes the old ways are still the best ways. In this video I head to the water with one of America’s most iconic fishing reels—the classic Zebco 202—to share practical panfishing tips that still work today. Whether you’re introducing your kids to fishing, reliving childhood memories, or simply enjoying a relaxing day on the water,

Can you make a bird’s nest from green wood? In this video I demonstrate practical techniques for creating effective tinder bundles, processing green materials, and producing reliable bow drill fires even when conditions aren’t ideal. We’ll cover the differences between dry and green materials, how to prepare a proper bird’s nest, common mistakes that prevent

Deeper Sonar Initial Review and Testing | First Look from a Canoe Can a small sonar really improve your fishing from a canoe? In this video, I take the Deeper Sonar out for its first real-world test from my canoe. We’ll cover setup, ease of use, smartphone connectivity, sonar returns, bottom contour, vegetation, water depth,

What if your bucksaw could do much more than cut wood? In this video I introduce the New Basic Bucksaw Kit, a lightweight DIY system that becomes one of the most useful bushcraft tools you can carry. Beyond being a rugged take-down bucksaw, the frame doubles as a collection of precision layout and navigation tools

Here is another quick and easy way to tension any bundle with a single loop of line

Selfrelianceoutfitters.com In this video I take a close look at our NEW M81 Oil Cloth products, proudly Made in the USA. We cover practical tarp configurations, cordage selection, shelter setup techniques, and field-tested bushcraft tips that improve comfort, durability, and efficiency in the woods. Oil cloth has a long history in camping and bushcraft, offering

In this Full Master Class, I break down everything you need to know about building the perfect bucksaw directly from materials found on the landscape. This isn’t just another saw-building video—we dive deep into the geometry of the frame, proper material selection, blade choice, tensioning systems, and the physics that make a bucksaw cut efficiently

Need a better way to process firewood around camp? In this video I show you how to build a fast and easy saw buck in about 5 minutes using materials found on-site. This simple bushcraft project makes cutting firewood safer, faster, and more efficient whether you’re camping, homesteading, hunting, or setting up a long-term bushcraft

There’s nothing better than spending Father’s Day on the water with family. 🎣 In this YouTube Short, we celebrate the simple things that matter most—time together, fishing, and making memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it’s your son, grandson, daughter, or dad, these are the moments that make fishing special.

Step back in time as we take a look at a true piece of camping history—the 1960’s LL Bean Canvas Pup Tent. Built during an era when outdoor gear was designed to last a lifetime, this classic canvas shelter represents everything we love about retro camping. In this video, I showcase this vintage LL Bean

Introducing a new Contrasting Color option in our Popular US made Deluxe Jungle hammock Selfrelianceoutfitters.com

Today we’re taking a close look at a rare 1950’s Meva 777/2 Marine Stove and putting it to work the way it was intended—cooking a delicious Sourdough Grilled Ham and Cheese sandwich. Vintage marine stoves were designed to provide dependable cooking aboard small boats and yachts, and this classic brass stove is a perfect example

Looking for a simple way to power your Starlink Mini off-grid? In this video, I take a close look at the Orbynexa 35,000 mAh onboard battery system designed specifically for the Starlink Mini. Whether you’re overlanding, camping, hunting, fishing, working remotely, or preparing for emergencies, this compact power solution can keep your Starlink Mini running

Looking for simple and affordable canoe upgrades? In this Short, I show a couple of easy modifications that improve organization, rod storage, and overall efficiency on the water without spending a fortune. These budget-friendly canoe mods are perfect for fishing, camping, bushcraft adventures, and anyone wanting to get more out of their canoe without expensive

Selfrelianceoutfitters.com The wait is over! In this video, I take an in-depth look at the brand-new PF Scout Pack and explain why I believe it is one of the best 3-day packs available today. Designed from years of field experience in bushcraft, survival, hunting, hiking, and backcountry travel, the PF Scout Pack combines rugged durability,

There’s nothing better than fresh fish cooked right on the water’s edge. In this video, I walk you through my simple method for cooking fish fillets that turns out great every time. Whether you’re fishing from a canoe, boat, or the bank, these easy techniques will help you prepare delicious fish with minimal gear and

Selfrelianceoutfitters.com Today we’re cooking up a hearty Hash Brown Breakfast Bowl on a vintage camp stove while discussing one of the most important pieces of camp cookware — the skillet. From choosing the right camp skillet to maintaining carbon steel and cast iron cookware in the field, this video covers practical camp cooking and real-world