Nothing makes you look bad. We giggle with you. Love your episodes. Thanks for all you do

I love how you are just you, no matter what happens. You make me laugh because you laugh at yourself, and you are a very inventive man, just some great ideas. And really nice to hear a woodpecker, I’ve never herd one before, we don’t have them.

Very nice setup David. Thanks for the video and your ideas. Take care!

Easiest 50 min video to watch. Always an enjoyable experience. 👍👏

You should write a book about all of your configurations and knowledge. I think it would be one massive brick of pure greatness and legend. Love from Finland.

I love you, reallybigmonkey...like a brother. Hahaha. When you said, "I sound excited & I look excited, don't I?" You are the real deal with an amazing, analytical, make it work, kind of guy...gotta love it. It is a joy to watch you figure out solutions to issues that happen. PURE JOY!!! Thanks 4 all the effort!!!

" Now the real beauty of this "...is for stealth camping no one will see your fire, and difficult to see smoke at night, but can still smell it and not know for sure where it's coming from. Great vid and always lots of good ideas, have picked up a lot of tricks since I've been watching your Channel, Thanks!

The other thing that is unique about your video’s, Dave is that you have a way of making it seem as if you are talking to only me (or the particular viewer). That makes your presentations tremendously personal and hugely effective. Again, thanks for these bushcraft lessons, mate.

You know Dave, that when I see you made another video it takes a bit of a preparation for me to get to watch it. For I was feeling a bit tired for a few years now, so when I see a new video, I take a few days (weeks) to gather enough concentration to watch all at once and pick up all the lessons, and a plenty of lessons you give us. Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher, so generous with sharing experience as a real friend is.

Mission accomplished. Those cold nights just got a lot nicer, which just makes it more fun. Great job.

Hi! I'm your favorite Cali Old Lady Wisdom (73) I do the two finger salute now with your son, just got a large military wool blanket to go with my other one. Bought 3-inch safety pins to pin them together for a food bed area etc. Am low income, played fiddle in a country band when I was young, thin and good-looking like you. Loved loving in Texas 7 years. Born in Chicago with a country heart! THANK YOU--I WAS GOOGLING FOR A LONG TOME TO FIND HOW TO MAKE AN OILSKIN FIRE-FREE TARP. Yours is better!

Your video was just what I needed this holiday , I just lost my mother this year to cancer and this is the first holiday without her. I'm a longtime subscriber to your channel over the years, and I always look forward to your videos. I hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving, and thank you for sharing your knowledge and great adventures with everyone..

Something went wrong a long time ago. You did not give up, retreated, regrouped and were successful this time.That is how it is done! Kudos man, you made it! That is an excellent example of how to progress in technique and character! Thank you very much for this video, Dave!

Humble and funny. Thank you for letting us come along with you as you try things for the first time or improve on something you are developing, Dave! Who else does this? I don't know but we are so glad to have such a good-natured man to bring us along and allow us to see how things work and don't work. lol. As you improve and develop equipment, ( like your bike trailer,) it helps us to understand and troubleshoot along with you and develop critical thinking skills in tight situations with a smile and a chuckle. A good attitude in a man, who doesn't take himself too seriously, is one of the most important survival skills anyone could build and possess, especially when times could be tense like a bugout situation. I am from London, Ontario, Canada, but I feel like we're neighbors. PS. I have to admit that I sometimes just watch you because I need to be around good people and you cheer and brighten my day. We live in a dark world, some more than others, and it is good to know that there is a good neighbor and friend to call on when you need a taste of what the world could and should be. Phil.

Looks like your system worked really well,Brother Dave.Thank You for the pure entertainment of your videos.God Bless You. Randy

Another masterpiece from the bushcraft master! Thanks for this video Dave. This setup gives way more protection from wind and rain than the average tarp & log reflector method. This allows you to keep your fuel under cover and protected as well. The small fire doesn’t require a ton of fuel for the same heating effect. Easy to keep the fire stoked during night too. My wife has brain cancer and had stroke in July so I’m doing my adventuring thru you. When not at work I take care of her so hiking is not an option right now. Thank you and all the other great bushcraft channels for letting me venture out with you. It is a réal blessing to me. On the edge of my seat waiting on the next video!

your effort in putting these together is greatly appreciated

I really like the way you are straight up honest and do not hide anything bad that happens. The falling bike only means you should have put it against a tree not a big deal to any of us. I would love to see you do a over night stay with Mike along some time when he has time. Cheers.

Hi, Dave. My all-time favorite fireplace video is from many years ago. You built a tent and then made a fireplace using ceramic cloth. Big hugs.

It is always a pleasure for me to see you in the wood. Entertainment and recreation at the same time. Thank you, Dave!

I as giving you LOTS of viewing time, because I am replacing Christmas icicle light bulbs while watching. I keep rewinding and watching again. When you said “ I forgot I had a zoom” I THOUGHT you said “I forgot I had a Zima”! I was like YES, the 80’s are back! LOL. Thanks for sharing

Dave your awesome! Love your sense of humor and the fact that you always have a smile on your face!! You always lift my spirit... thanks bud.

OMG! I haven't had a chance to watch videos in ages! I am SOOO glad to see you're still making vids. I have a grandson now that is a natural leader and is interested in what to do in emergencies, (We live in tornado alley). I have learned so much from all your videos. I'm sure he will, too. It's great to see you again. I'll have to go back and see what all I missed. Lov ya

Second time watching this video. Want to thank you for taking us with you when you, invent/make/build new camping systems. I realize it takes a lot of time and sometimes a lot of "takes" to get a video. Love your video's whether they have "bloopers" or not. Enjoy all those too. Keep safe and keep the video's coming. Still snow here in Nova Scotia.

Never give up....never surrender....nice job Dave. 😃

I admire your positive outlook on life, thanks Dave

Having a heated tarp system will make sleeping so much better. I read where American Indians had a simple fix for ridding the teepee of smoke. They put the teepee up with the small opening at the top, but stopping 2-3 feet from the ground, and a "skirt" (about 4 feet high) inside the teepee two feet from the outer skin and parallel to the outer skin. Wind comes in from ground level under the outside skin, hits the "skirt" and the air is directed upward. The opening at the top creates a draft pulling the smoke out the top. Ingenious, simple and highly effective. They had a fire in the middle of the teepee. I don't know if this method would work with a smaller tarp setup, but for sleeping 6 or more people it is the only way to fly. I wish someone would recreate this setup. My health won't allow it, but I would if I could. Thanks for taking so much of your time making great videos for us. I appreciate it. Happy New Year!

Ah, the continuing story of a bushcraft bike made by Dave. :o) This is fun to see it in use. Thanks for the video, Dave. This is cool.

From basement to backyard to bushcrafting, Dave's "The Man!!!". I thoroughly enjoy watching his videos. He doesn't "cut out" the mistakes, he leaves them in as a "don't do it like this" experience for all to see that he's just like everyone else. If this offends anyone, well I'm sorry for ya, it's just my opinion,; I'd rather have Dave as my instructor in bushcraft do's & don'ts than Bear Grylls anyday!!!

All I can say Dave is , Dave’s bed and breakfast ! I would stay in it until my wife made me go back home. Thanks for the video Dave , loved it !

You looked to be having so much fun :-) Thanks for taking the time to share.Best wishes from Scotland

you have never looked bad ... you have given good advice

You're a wild man! (This is why I have loved your videos over the years).

I like how you are inspired by "things hanging around". You're a genius!

Thank you Dave . I dont want to even think about you not making any videos. Your videos are Awesome.

I vote we call it the PyroShelter... LOL Good you put it to the test before you were dependent on it ! Love the concept ! Can't wait for the tweeks... Thanks for sharing bro... Peace.

You're the only survivalist I've seen who was smart enough to put a coverning over a fire. I always wondered why on earth people would go to the trouble to make a fire and then let the rain put it out. You prove over and over again that you're the smartest one.

Innovative and entertaining as usual. You really do a great job of including me, the viewer, in a welcoming and personal way.

I still remember that one time your shelter burned down, it's good to see that you found a way to make it work

Very cool shelter. Thanks for explaining the chimney situation. I must say I wish I had half the energy you got. LOL!

Man I really like the ingenuity and attitude you bring to each and every video

I love all of your videos, but by far my favorites are the "tests." I can't help but to giggle when your gears start turning 🤣 as always, great work. With love from Oklahoma 💓💞

I love the heated shelter videos. Any way to use fire to be more comfortable in winter wins with me. Thanks Dave, nice one!

Dave you did it again great idea man you do a lot of work That will be good for Snake Island Want to see the finished shelter Your ideas are always evolving Hope new you tube stuff won't mess with your channel WE all realy love you an what you do Wish i lived closer to you i would come an help you film Iam retired but its hard to get me out of Arizona in the winter Keep up the good stuff Thanks for sharing Always your FRIEND

My brother, it's been awhile since I've checked in, and of course you are still amazing, I've exhausted myself in the political arena and needed some relief, so where else would I go ? I know you are all about fun with bushcraft and its part of your charm. For most of your viewers/fans ++ I suspect it is why they tune in and disappear for a moment,ignoring that God awful screech of the city , giving peace in a lifetime of war. Your ingenuity and creative juices flowing like a river and that twang your voice carries, could tame the average beast. You know, I once saw Elvis Presley do an interview one time and they kept asking him many political questions and he replied, " sir Im just an entertainer, I cannot form an opinion on this for public content." I'm not that good of a man and so every once in a while I cross a line that I shouldn't. I hope you forgive me, and continue what you do for us all. I love you my brother, and I so appreciate not only your dedication, but that of your families to allow us to borrow you from time to time, that goes way beyond bushcraft.

You have such an incentive mind. I love seeing what you have come up with next.

You haven't changed a bit after all these years..love it!! My boys have grown up watching you and trying your designs and equipment. Thanks for sticking with it!

You make me smile with your quirky, care free responses to random things that happen. I affectionately refer to you as, "My boy, Dave." As a 54 year old mom of 3 boys, grandma of 3, needless to say, my boys have had to get used to me saying, "My boy, Dave." They now get it and only shake their heads :) Your videos are awesome, Dave! Thanks so much for sharing your creativity with us. I hope you were able to get to Snake Island for January and February!

That was a great test of your new system! I like it a lot and would use it in a heart beat!

I've been watching you from the beginning, laughed with you and winced a couple times. I truly hope the new changes to KZfaq coming early December doesn't get you shut down. I think if it does I'll simply uninstall KZfaq. Thanks for all the content Dave...

Its crazy...I never know what your doing till the end. You have great ideas

Awesome shelter, Dave! You are truly creative!

Living in Canada, the warmer the shelter, the better! Love the bike. 😉🇨🇦

you are fun to watch when building new stuff. keep video's coming.

I just love that you have fun and do all the stuff you do so well :-). PLUS I always learn something I did not know before, and get loads of new ideas as well. Thank you again Dave Pearson, for this great channel and for sharing your great diversity of knowledge with us.

Great video my brother!The idea of a carbon blanket chimney is really great!!! Stay safe and have fun!

Bravo for taking seriously safety all safety precautions. Thumbs up for persistence. Keep great job!

Always entertaining and informative. Thanks for all your hard work- I have learned a lot from you.

Dave you are Amazing Buddy enjoy everyone of your Videos Too.

Hello Dave, it's good to see you back out in the woods, you should of brought your camera man Nick, he works for coffee an food, y'all have a wonderful weekend, take care and God bless you and your Family always. 🇺🇸🔥☕️🦃👼🏻👼🏻

I’m six minutes in and love these tests. I was all ready to make the chimney set that burned down. Can’t wait to see this thing in action. 😆 now 14 minutes in and reading the other posters. You have truly some long time followers.

Looks like a good functional hot tent.Very nice.Thanks and take care.

That was a good test ...and the shelter did not catch on fire

Another super shelter Dave, I bet it comes good in the cold weather. Though it did bring back sad memories of the Dakota pit tent. Thanks again Dave, take care buddy 👍🙂

Really cool..im learning..storing all sorts of great info in my head by watching your vids

I never dreamed I would ever see you trying a fire in a tent again, ever!

I've always thought one of your most clever inventions was to put the loops on the tarps so you can slide poles into the loops and carry things. I also loved your little L rods that you made which you use to hold up other rods for a grill or to close a tent. You a very smart man! Thanks!

Solid proof of concept and field test. Thanks as always for the video.

We are heading out for some 27 degree camping on Monday. Thanks to Dave's tips, tricks and strategies, we expect to be comfortable tent camping at 8600' with lows in the 20's. It all starts with bringing an excellent fire blanket and work it from there!

Hi, Nick. It's good to see you (your shadow). Hugs!

Excellent as always sir! Love it ! Stay safe and warm brother!!!! Happy thanks giving too ! Best wishes to you and your family sir! 👍🏽👍🏽😎🙏🏼🇺🇸👌🏽

These are the good ole days. Fun times.!

You have a Mayberry charm! Andy and Barney never bushcrafed lol!!

Well howdy neighbor. I surely am glad I found you. Thanks much to YT for knowing my thoughts and soon to be actions!! Love your vids. I have seen about three in the last few hours. They ARE very useful and helpful when it comes time to be out in the elements. So, thanks much!!! Tammy SE Va { Your new sub}

I was thinking the same thing David. An A frame tent with a cone made from a welding blanket on the end. Or some kind of fireplace, made with carbon fiber rods & cloth.. Keep On Keepin On David, Love your ideas. Don`t stop dreaming. Thank You for sharing your video and your shelter idea with us. ATB

awesome shelter Dave, cannot wait to see the next vid you make with it. Thanks for the vids and have a great day!

Great seeing you again !!!!!!!!!!!!

Great video Dave and your shelter making videos are like a public service . Good info on using the log to hold half the shelter for a quick escape and the carbon fiber blanket is smart thinking . All the best and Happy Holidays from NM .

Very interesting Sir... a bit complicated in the sense if you wanted to set it up in inclimate weather, and fast, you may have a hard time. But the concept in general is pretty cool. The idea of the central hung "Ring" seems to me that it would have a lot of different applications if one got creative. Like a larger hot tent with the ring as a safety area for the stovepipe coming out of a wood stove, and then tarps running out from the ring. Thanks for sharing Brother... Happy Thanksgiving back at you and yours! Cheers

That shelter look s very comfy . Glad to see you out in the woods again my friend . I always look forward to your videos they're very informative. Keep up the great work . 👍

I really enjoy the shelter videos thank you for sharing this.

Thanks for the education and the Fun in the Woods experience! I can tell you really enjoy what you do...dream and turn your vision into reality! Hope you and yours had a great Thanksgiving!

The rescue plane! Nice tent! Thanks.

Great episode!!! Ingenious, as always!!!!

You’re the man Dave. A lot of time must have went into fabricating that chimney ring before it hung on the wall. Of course you found an alternate use for it. You must get requests from people to make them stuff constantly. Thanks as always sir. I’m a machinist too but you take it to a whole different level with all the perfect welds and even sewing. You make the rest of us look bad lol.

Great experiment, Dave! Been stuck inside due to a neurological illness. Hoping to be able to get out and enjoy nature again. Love ya, brother. Thank you for all of your wonderful videos!

This video is becoming quite unique Definitely having steps all over the place

I've got to say, the first video you made with a carbon fibre chimney and an air pipe is to this day one of my favourite videos on the internet. I love the fact that you weren't put off this idea by that first experience. The way I see it, you do these things so that I don't have to! ;) I'm with you every step of the way every time though, thanks for making these videos. All the best to you and yours from North East England.

As always one of the most GENUINE KZfaq presenters ever. Who else would leave in the bike falling over? Love it! It is true about the fire retardant chemicals, you can buy a spray that will make virtually anything flame retardant, but it turns out they're not good for you. I'd love to experiment with this carbon fiber stuff, looks awesome. Hope you had a good Thanksgiving, and maybe Santa will bring you some good toys!

Dave... always a pleasure watching a Master at work. Love your inventiveness and willingness to share your ideas and thoughts.... even when little bugs occur. Keep up the good work my friend. Looking forward to seeing you try this out on Snake Island. Best wishes.... Ax

You've got some heavy pockets on your shirt there, LOL You are so funny. I love watching your videos. It's like really cool, very subtle slapstick mixed with really interesting survival lessons.

Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for all your wonderful videos!

Another good one Dave many thanks from the UK.

David as always you give your all to your videos.

Very very cool Dave, thank you. Your Dakota Pit Tent is my all time number 1 but this one is right behind. We'll have to see after you rework the door. Great job as normal.

Nice ...looking forward to the new and improved system.

Finally, you post a video when I have a day off.😬😬😬 Very cool to see you using the bike.

Never go away, Dave. If youtube gets bad, let us know where you go somehow, please.

Nice one 👍 good shelter keep the video,s coming thanks Dave

Welp Dave, now you have inspired me to start building outdoor gear in my shop. !! My puppy bit a hole in my TIG torch hose, UHG ! Repair and resume.... 😂😎