Im getting multiple repeat comments on why not prusik knots/loops. I use the carabiners because they are fast and durable, they offer a total of four extra inches in width on the smoke opening and most important of all, anytime this is set up the roof almost always has to be shifted during set up or as rain is blown in from a prevailing direction. The shifting lines from end to end are often done with a tautline hitch so linear adjustment is a breeze.
@tag14626 жыл бұрын
Ever consider zip ties? They work just as well as carabiners. BTW, you taught me how to tie a prusik knot. Tried it out and it turned out to be a pain. No offense dude, but them knots required constant adjustment. Zip ties on the otherhand, set once and no worries!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Prusik knots do have there place in some applications. Zipties are awesome for semi permanent set ups.
@moonwolf71356 жыл бұрын
I would think carbiner would be a lot easier for quick set up and tear versus zipties. Zip ties would be fine if you were leaving the shelter up permanently, otherwise I would day carbiner would be the way to do you don't have to cut the zip ties. Now that is just my opinion, because that way you would use less on set up.
@tag14626 жыл бұрын
Actually, my set up is permanent. I pulled a couple of maple saplings together into an arch and used zip ties to hold them together. That's the foundation for whatever tarp set up I want to do. I'm starting my 3rd season at that site but I need a new tarp. We had a couple of windstorms blow thru and it tore the tarp loose. the only thing still holding was the center point held by a zip tie. So it's off to Menards for some el cheapo tarps
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Yep, and that's exactly why I use carabineers. I like your opinion, several others on here have something against carabineers. LOL
@anthonystojkovic29364 жыл бұрын
So I've been homeless for 2 years and Pismo Beach California now I'm kind of in the woods in Pismo Beach California and this to tarp or three tarp shelter you got that's going to be my new home so thank you brother thank you very much with a mixture of your other shelter tarp
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear you're homeless Anthony but I'm glad this shelter will be useful for you.
@comeandtakeit_bushcraft57054 жыл бұрын
Anthony are you still homeless?
@cassandralibertywest43106 жыл бұрын
It's always a pleasure to watch your videos because we don't have to wade through gawd awful music and you get right into the subject. And your humor is the frosting on the cake. You're a five star teacher!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thank you Cassandra! I'm happy you like the way I do things
@user-ts1fp4nm9y8 ай бұрын
It doesn't matter how long your videos are, the contents are worth every minute and I always watch them to the end!! Another great video.Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!!!
@Reallybigmonkey18 ай бұрын
Fantastic to hear that my friend! And thanks for watching
@freedomspromise85194 жыл бұрын
Judging by the wording in the answers of Reallybigmonkey1, me thinks there is a genius under that wonderful, southern accent.❤
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend!
@rockfish10006 жыл бұрын
PAUSED BEFORE WATCHING: When I saw there was a new video, I got excited. When I saw it was a sequel to my favorite video, I clapped and squealed like a school girl. I am glad I was alone when that happen, as that is rather embarrassing for a 45 year old man. Ok. Gonna watch now.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
LOL, Just watch and enjoy brother!
@matrix6266 жыл бұрын
As a 44 year old man, i did the same... Of course my 16 year old daughter did as well when she heard Nick was back..
@WhatsUpWithSheila6 жыл бұрын
rockfish1000 .. you're not the only one!!!!
@johndifrancisco36426 жыл бұрын
Ya know people, there MIGHT just be some things you want to keep to yourself ;) "squealed like a school girl" Sheesh :)
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Frank! Y'all made Nicks day!
@MaffTUK6 жыл бұрын
Carabiners, prusik loops or whatever it does not matter how it is secured it’s the function of the shelter that is the important stuff, if you use red clips someone will say yellow is better. That is a great shelter for a few folk to sit in and get warm and cosy (minus the spiders) your el’ cheapo shelter was the first ever video I watched of yours, since watching that and many other videos of yours I bought a sewing machine and now make my own bags and so on, and today I now know how to make a, lets say a “posh winter” El cheapo shelter Thanks again chaps for another corker regards Matt
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Comment of the year brother Maff! You hit it on the head. Theres hundreds of knots, clips, carabineers. Use what ever works. This is a fantastic shelter for a group whether its sleeping or cooking inside. Fantastic to hear youre sewing! Its amazing what all gear you can make or repair. Take care and see ya in the next one!
@patricianunez40255 жыл бұрын
Believe I would rake all those leaves out of the tent to get rid of some spiders and keep sparks from setting the whole thing on fire. That is another great shelter. I really enjoyed watching. 😊
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Good ideas and I'm happy you liked the Patricia!
@lukejones12446 жыл бұрын
Dave, I would really appreciate a video about the steps needed in a long term survival situation. I mean chronologically ordered steps that must be carried out to successfully survive long term. And showing, as you do, the honest and frank difficulties in doing that, and how to overcome them. That would be a wonderful video.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
I honestly consider myself a bushcrafter camper kinda guy and not a survivalist. I probably know enough about it that I might could do a video on that subject
@lukejones12446 жыл бұрын
Please do.
@kadmielgeber40936 жыл бұрын
I'd like this too.
@timdemond13965 жыл бұрын
I love the idea of being able to have the fire in the shelter, I have sat next to a cozy hot camp fire while winter camping and dreaded going to my cold tent to sleep. If you do burn a hole in the tarp you can patch it with duct tape or just replace the whole thing easily.
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Exactly! You have the right idea Tim
@buzzandselunsupervised6496 жыл бұрын
Fella's brilliant. Great shelter but also great fun. You guys had me laughing at the end when Nick cut away to the spider 😂😂😂. Thanks for taking the time to do the video. Cheers Sel
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sel, I'm glad you liked it. LOL, Nick always adds a funny touch to filming. Thanks for watching
@RestingBitchface74 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie: my all time favourite video of yours was when you made a big expensive tent setup, and then burned it down. Most awesome teaching moment of all time. So, let people complain, no big whoop.
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Lol, only a section got melted.
@170ozzman4 жыл бұрын
i think its great you and your son are into camping and survival . I lost my Son in 2013 ina boating accident while on a fishing trip. So I didn't get to do as much as I would have liked he was 20 when he passed he loved fishing and camping . So do as much as you can with your Son and Always tell him you love him. I can't stress that enough. You know all that though your a great father getting out with your Son to experience the out doors with each other.
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Thank you Michael. I'm sorry to hear that about your son. Some things happen in life that there's just no answers for. I cherish every day with my son. Take care brother and thanks for watching
@Fell_Wanderer6 жыл бұрын
Dude, your videos are interesting. I watch them on an evening in bed and is so relaxing hearing your soothing voice my friend, I tend to fall asleep towards the end because its my natural sleep cycle so have to watch again in the morning lol.. A nice shelter which takes some time to set up but well worth the effort, especially for long term use like you mentioned. Much warmer than a traditional lean to shelter and with good airflow. Leaving one end open is key to not getting carbon monoxide poisoning through the night when the fire smolders and struggles to stay alight. ATB and thanks for uploading.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm happy you like the videos. Oh yes, the absolutely beats a common lean to. It doesn't seem to matter how big the fire you have on a normal lean to, you're always battling the cold and the wind.
@HFSurvivalSchool6 жыл бұрын
Great video buddy , you're the brain of bushcraft community. I'm really amazed after every single video of yours over the years I've watched you every time you teach something new and unique ! Take care Nick
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick! Brother, Im always thinking!
@williamwood57165 жыл бұрын
i like the shelter with cheapo materials. great video. you two make a great team. your accents and humorous personalities are contagious. thanks for sharing good content. please make more.
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Thanks William, I'm glad you like the way we do things. Cheap is the best way to go! Thanks for watching
@taylorolsen30106 жыл бұрын
El Cheapo, you are a miracle of the woods... just riveting. Keep em' comin'
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bradley!
@lazybonesoutdoors37006 жыл бұрын
You are the camping Macgyver! Good job shooting Nick
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And Nick even says thanks!
@ed50425 жыл бұрын
I just pulled up this video again, this set up really really impressed the hell out of me. Now I cannot wait for the first chill of the year, and Boy do I have a while to wait! Great video and Channel!
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking another look Ed and Brother you will love using this set up! Bring on winter!
@gregoryhare65386 жыл бұрын
That was cool. And i need to show my wife that people can make shelter with tarps. Thanks for putting on KZfaq.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gregory! Ah man , the shelter designs with a tarp are endless! I've probably got 25 or 30 videos on tarp set ups
@unchained200000006 жыл бұрын
That's an awesome setup for a 10 day 4 person camping/hunting trip. Stay warm, cook and drink brews. It beats the fire outside the tarp setup, that's for sure.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Oh yes, 10 people and maybe more with larger tarps. A fire in front of a lean to just dosent work all the time. This works good most always! Thanks for watching
@WayPointSurvival6 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, my friend. This is a great shelter set-up. I'm definitely adding this to my toolbox. Thanks for sharing this with us!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Sounds great brother and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
@reginasoules28372 жыл бұрын
Dude!!! This is genius. I'm a beginner. My best friend and i are taking our 10yr old daughters on an over night backpacking adventure... only thing holding us up is.... AN AFFORDABLE WAY TO SHELTER ALL 4 of US TOGETHER🥰🤗❤
@Reallybigmonkey12 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you can use this! A tarp is the absolute cheapest way to go. Just be careful using this in the summer due to spiders ants and creepy crawlers
@gladtidings4all Жыл бұрын
I also like the idea of the canvas bag to carry wood and also keeps them dry off the ground in a rainy situation
@Reallybigmonkey1 Жыл бұрын
It's very handy
@jeffrichards51066 жыл бұрын
Awesome shelter Dave, great to see you and Nick back out into the woods again! can't wait to get out myself. Thanks for sharing. Gotta try that shelter, especially having a cozy campfire inside, that's awesome.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff, I'm happy you liked it brother. Give it a try when you can
@tag14626 жыл бұрын
Welcome back Dave! The basic concept is genius and it works. And it can be modified for those of us who don't want to sleep in the dirt.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
I'm happy you liked it and you hit the idea on the head! With this three tarp design as a basis any set up is possible with a fire
@MrBobking26 жыл бұрын
I loved your "El Cheapo" back in 2013, and you have surpassed it with this one. A suggestion that I would have, would be for the top ridge line to be a little higher at the enclosed end so that the smoke has a greater chance of not getting in your eyes when you enter from the other end.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob, I'm glad you liked it that much! Good idea
@gladtidings4all Жыл бұрын
I loved the idea of putting your paracord rope in your pocket while you tied it to the tree!
@Reallybigmonkey1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked that
@WhatsUpWithSheila6 жыл бұрын
It's Friday and Dav has dropped a video!!!!!...AND it's the "El Cheapo Heated Tarp Shelter" too!!!... Man a good day just got better 👍NOW I will sit back and watch 😁 Nice shelter..good lines 👍 Tarp accessory bag was a great idea..good job on camera Nick. ...Sheila
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sheila! I'm glad you liked it. Sit back n enjoy! Thanks for watching
@aphillips19876 жыл бұрын
the Dakota Pit Tent Incident will forever be remembered (regardless of how much you want to forget it). :o)
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
LOL, Oh I'll never forget it!
@edieboudreau96376 жыл бұрын
Thanks. A real treat to watch. Glad you were setting it up & not I. Your shelter kit is a great idea. Really enjoyed this vid.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
I'm happy you liked it Edie!
@ronhart88576 жыл бұрын
Very nice tarp shelter, to have fire inside for cooking, & heat. Very glad Nick was filming enjoying all the aunts that was willing to camp with you guys!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ronald, I'm glad you liked it. Lol, I hate ants n spiders
@TheGazramar6 жыл бұрын
You very well might have been the first bushcraft channel i subbed. I've been subbed to you for many years. You have tons of knowledge and i appreciate you sharing it with us.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Great to hear that and Im always happy to share my friend
@funonvancouverisland6 жыл бұрын
Good one brother! Everything looks so dry there compared to here. I love the idea of the canvas beach bag to gather materials and wood. Very little weight and fits in the pack easy. Thanks for sharing guys, Cheers!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother! It's usually dry here more often than wet but we do sometimes get multiple days of rain. I used to carry arm fulls of woods but that bag is awesome now!
@ohialehuacrozier86384 жыл бұрын
Omg. The watch out for the spiders too much. You did a great job. I totally appreciate your commitment to getting this done. Thank you for your sharing this exercise of patience. Mahalo nui loa. I can do this now. We have rain, not so much the snow; Lol.🤙🏼
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
I'm happy you liked it and I'm always happy to share my friend
@ulbushcrafting65925 жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure to be along for the ride as you go thru your routines. And as usual, it has sparked my imagination and has given me ideas for what I do with my unique situation where I live- SE Alaska in the Tongass National Forest, a temperate rain forest. Thanks a bunch!
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
It's always fun to take y'all along! Thanks for watching
@farouq19836 жыл бұрын
I always appreciate your videos. Thank you!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching my friend!
@jeffsmith64416 жыл бұрын
Man that's an awesome shelter! Thanks for showing us this. I always look forward to seeing your videos whether it's about gear or learning how to build a shelter. There's always something to learn from the really big monkey!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff, I'm glad you liked it Brother. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one man.
@jeffsmith64416 жыл бұрын
Reallybigmonkey1 watch out for the spiders! Lol
@SouthernPatriot15 жыл бұрын
Rob this tarp shelter will be a lot warmer and more sustainable than a tent
@jeffsmith64415 жыл бұрын
@@whiskeymann77 try building a fire in a tent. There's a point to doing this rather than just buying a tent.
@SouthernPatriot15 жыл бұрын
Jeff Smith exactly
@deborahferguson11635 жыл бұрын
Nice ! So much easier to do this without rain and snow........and cold. Good to practice first. Thank-you for making these videos !!!
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Thanks Deborah! Yep, always best to practice camp set ups ahead of time
@ronaldrose75936 жыл бұрын
Nice set up my friend. A little time consuming, but nice, none the less. Very practical set up. Thank you for sharing. 🤗
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Ronald. Yep, time consuming but the set up is whats the fun part of outdoors! Thanks for watching
@BumbleBeeJunction6 жыл бұрын
Hot air rises... Smoke mixed with hot air rises... Rising air will exit as at the highest point... So it will favor the ends VS the sides where it would have to travel down again before rising... Highest path of least resistance... LOL Thanks for sharing brother... Enjoyed... Peace...
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
All you stated is true but I have to clear something up. When this shelter is set up without the elevated roof and just open ends, it fills up with smoke in the top pretty bad. You HAVE to have that separate upper tarp elevated for the smoke to pull out the ends. Why this has to be? I honestly cant explain. That's just how it works for some reason. Must be cross draft?
@BumbleBeeJunction6 жыл бұрын
With too broad of an area to leave from, no upward draft is created... IE: a downstairs room can fill with smoke even with a staircase leading upwards - but a fireplace, even as small as it is, wont, because of the upward draft in the chimney pulling the smoke away... So in your shelter, the heat pulling out the ends draws the smoke with it... Or absent the top, it is simply rising over a large area, the smoke isnt pulled, so it cools and hangs, and you end up with the "smokey room" above... // Sorry - thats long winded: By restricting where the heat can go, you create a draft or pull, the smaller the better, and the more it will pull... Large open designs will allow smoke to cool and linger without something to pull it out...
@BumbleBeeJunction6 жыл бұрын
If you really want it to clear smoke fast, raise one end a foot and leave a small opening at the top (say 1' by 1')... On the lower end, leave the opening at ground level... And angle your top tarp the same as the two below... This will create a cross draw that should clear the whole shelter despite only two small openings... In theory though, it will draw as much cold air in as the other end lets out heat... so you might want to put the fire toward the low end and pull the heat past you on the way out...
@ChrisGilliamOffGrid6 жыл бұрын
Bumble Bee Junction Heat doesn't rise. Hot air rises, heat radiates. 😉
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
The smoke does rise. Yes, along with some heat but you also get radiant heat from just being beside the fire.
@pswank686 жыл бұрын
That video that Nick asked about about the kid that lived in the hollowed-out tree is a book from 1959 made into a movie in 1969 called My Side of The Mountain. It's a fictional novel about a young boy who left Society behind and went into the woods and learn to survive on his own.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Now I remember! It didn't jog my memory at first because I thought it was a youtube video he was talking about. Not a for real movie.
@genefoster97706 жыл бұрын
love that system and I can see a lot of potential for gathering rainwater in several directions great video thank you
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Gene! Yep, lots of potential for clean rain to be captured.
@jflin016 жыл бұрын
Hey, David. Use your metal spring clamps to temporarily secure the upper tarp while you run your guy lines. Once you get everything tied off, you can remove the clamps and make your final adjustments. Just a thought, from a fellow "Son of the South" (North Carolina).
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
That is a good idea!
@Olyphoto76 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave! I love tarp shelters, they are so underutilized. I’ve made a few similar but not as big that one. I hope this video nabs you a million views. I tell everyone I know to watch your channel, because nobody else’s are as good. I also really appreciate that you’re not trying to sell us stuff. It’s like hanging out with a buddy.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Dan! I'm happy you like what all I've done. A million views would be fantastic! Thanks for all the support brother!
@Olyphoto76 жыл бұрын
Reallybigmonkey1 you are so welcome! We’re headed up the Dosewallips River tomorrow to try some new tarp setups on a day trek. Hopefully we’ll find something we can use on a family backpacking trip later this Spring. Looking forward to your next video, always a treat. I think Big Nose and Flathead would be proud of how far you’ve come. Keep having “Fun in the Woods!”
@CarolinaChrisOutdoors6 жыл бұрын
Just when I was going to ask about ticks, the ants and spiders started crawling! Ha ha ha! Just part of living in the South!!!! Good thing about that shelter is the cost. I remember the "non" El Cheapo heated shelter you worked so hard on a couple of years ago. 🔥🙁
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
LOL, Well this shelter is usually done in the winter time when all the bugs are dead and you can be on the ground. I showed it kinda late, I ran out of cold weather. Man that Dakota pit tent cost a fortune. Im a el cheapo guy all the way now!
@shawnhuston83356 жыл бұрын
Another elaborate and great tarp shelter by our olive drab bush craft guy. Thanks for the video. Always appreciate your vids man.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Shawn! I'm happy you liked it brother
@harrybachmann98156 жыл бұрын
Always appreciate the format of your videos because you're able to see things in real-time start-to-finish.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thank you Harry! I feel like if I'm gonna show it, I'm gonna show it all!
@not2fast4u2c6 жыл бұрын
I really like this one ....having a shelter with a small fire inside has me interested in making one
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brother! Not much like cooking and warmth inside when its rainy outside!
@kathyjohnson17635 жыл бұрын
I have used this Shelter and it works
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
That's great to hear Francis!
@tdgilljr6 жыл бұрын
First of all, much thanks for the concepts and skills you share in your videos. I prefer tarp shelters over tent/hammock setups. I have been searching for a means to provide heat in the winter for tarp sheltering. I can't stand camping cold! Thanks to you, no more tents for me in the winter😎
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome my friend and I'm happy to hear you can use this set up!
@johnscruggs79426 жыл бұрын
Great video and great setup going to try this next time in the woods with my grandson. Thanks a lot
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Sounds great John and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
@justdosit73976 жыл бұрын
Hello Dave, as an observer from afar, I have to tell you man, I really enjoy your accent. It's not so much your accent, but the words you choose, apply them and say them. It's the type of accident that says, I lived my whole life in a small country town in North Georgia. I too used to have the very same accent and miss it tremendously. I moved to central Florida back in 1980 and brushing elbows with all these transplanted Yankees and their entourage have lost my accident. While on vacation with my family, we stopped to eat in Rome Georgia. My family picked up on their accident right away. My youngest daughter who was seven burst out laughing and ask me "do you hear that daddy, is that a real hillbilly"? Much apologies had to be made, but those were the good old days. Anyhow, just wanted to say welcome back. Glad you got some other work load off your shoulders and back to making videos, enjoy your adventures my friend....... by the way I use that phrase"as an observer from afar"to get your attention and sometimes it works.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks man and LOL. Yes, I've lived all my life in a small Georgia town. It's growing tho and a lot of outsiders have moved in so accents round here are slowly getting rare. Take care and thanks for watching!
@Waldhandwerk6 жыл бұрын
Cool hot setup! Thanks for the share!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brother Sepp!
@patrickschoenpflug6 жыл бұрын
Waldhandwerk - BushcraftSurvival I
@raymondnieves12854 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, You might wish to consider sweeping clear the tent floor area of all the fallen leaves and twigs. That might reduce the presence of so many spiders and other bugs. Also consider a bug spray applied to the outside of the base of the tarp up to no more than 6 inch's but all around. Still, you and Nick came through with "another exciting video!" Thanks again!
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Good thinking Raymond and thanks for watching!
@sarahaugustine41856 жыл бұрын
I love cheapo. Love your videos because they are real and really logical. Thanks.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sarah! Cheap is the way to go!
@EatCarbs6 жыл бұрын
Great shelter brother! The bugs.. not so great. lol Thanks for the video
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Mark! Man I hate bugs
@EatCarbs6 жыл бұрын
I think we all do
@kullcraven5 жыл бұрын
Hello Man, i missed this video and glad i got to see it now. I am doing alot of tarp camping right now, since bug season is over for a while. Winter is tarp camping time for me. Have a wonderful 2019, and good to see you both getting out. ATB.
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Hey brother! Great hearing from ya man. Hard to beat the fun of a tarp and a pile of firewood. That's living life! Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a wonderful 2019!
@shawnmaginness98722 жыл бұрын
Lifestyles of the bush and crafty! Lol That's one cool shelter, Dave! And Nick asked a good question! The first few times I heard you say "these little jewels" I thought it was a brand name! 🤣 Another great video, fellas! 👍👍
@Reallybigmonkey12 жыл бұрын
Lol! I think little jewel was just a southern saying I grew up with. It kinda stuck. Thanks for watching Shawn
@shawnmaginness98722 жыл бұрын
@@Reallybigmonkey1 I like it! Now, I know sometimes you feel like a nut. Lol The kids have no idea what I'm talking about when I say/sing that one. 🤣
@benjamingrant54465 жыл бұрын
one of the best setups yet, and it would be so easy to close it up more and put in a tent stove too thanks for a good job
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Oh yes, a stove would be great in this.Thanks for watching
@diydarkmatter6 жыл бұрын
well dave again that was a really fun video for us anyway . i could see all the issues you had to deal with in the filming of this buddy . lol from the wind to the spiders lol . sometimes ole murphey sure does kick ya in the haversacks lol . but all in all it was a great build and in the winter them spiders are not going to be around . i really enjoyed this video even if youtube forgot to tell me you put one out lol .thanks dave and as always a joy hanging out with ya brother . god bless you and your family brother .
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks brother! I'm happy you liked it. Ahh spiders don't scare me but wind during filming really depresses me. I have no idea why you didn't get a notification on the video but I've heard that from several people. Take care and may God bless you too brother
@diydarkmatter6 жыл бұрын
its youtube brother they let you know what they want you to know lol . i just got a rode mic mini it works with phone and the dsl cameras no batteries required works off the battery in the phone or camera . but it has a dead cat with it so it really helps with the wind and is a cheap mic if you use it with the phone you have to buy a separate cord to adapt to the phone . i think even with the cord it was only like 70 dollars . or so
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a good mic!
@diydarkmatter6 жыл бұрын
yeah its ok its a shot gun mic but if i could have afforded it i would have gotten the one lilly uses its off the hook .
@redsorgum6 жыл бұрын
I see, you post a video just as I’m leaving for work..........dadgummit!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
LOL, Ah sorry man. At least you have something to watch tonight!
@jimc88486 жыл бұрын
Same here lol
@redsorgum6 жыл бұрын
jim c Doh!
@TrueLoveEternal6 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the first build of this shelter as much as this one. This shelter is brilliant. May take awhile for me to build, but once I get the cord tie off down everything else will come together easy. Thanks brother.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it as much as the first one. Just build it one step at a time. Its time consuming but fun to build. Thanks for watching
@frankdavid81174 жыл бұрын
Hello RBM1, short for Reallybigmonkey1. I really like all the different shelters you are making. I will have alot of fun making them all. I cant wait to show my nephew when we camping. Thank you very much. All the very best to you.
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
I'm happy you like the shelters and it's great you're gonna build some! Have fun!
@dtalon926 жыл бұрын
No Alabama hammer is needed for this shelter.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
LOL, You remembered!
@johndifrancisco36426 жыл бұрын
Some Alabama Slammers might go nice :)
@papabear93286 жыл бұрын
23rd viewer..one day I am going to get that first viewer. Then my life is complete..lol
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
LOL, Its always on Fridays but at various times. Keep trying Papa Bear.
@ralphbitter39496 жыл бұрын
It's good to have goals. :-)
@johndifrancisco36426 жыл бұрын
My life doesn't seem so bad now. :)
@opalprestonshirley17006 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you finally get this one done and it sure is a good one. The way it forms a natural chimney really works great. You and Nick stay safe.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
And it only took five years, LOL. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
@richardstone52416 жыл бұрын
Hey there Big Monkey, the small bag you refer to is very versatile and typically used for "PERSONALS" such as shaving, bathing, small medical etc. items however, it can also be used for "other" needed small items such as weapons cleaning kit, sewing kit etc.I like to call it a "Versatiles Bag". Extremely handy for organizing the MANY small items we all have to deal with! Great idea with the tarps (my preferred method of shelter due to their versatility).....................VENTILATION IS KEY TO STAYING DRY, WARM AND COOL! Great show and great ideas as always...............Blessings!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that info Richard! Ive seen them little bags for sale every where but no one nailed down an intended purpose so I wasn't sure. I do know after this one Im going to get a few more. They are cheap and very handy for small stuff. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
@guyman42346 жыл бұрын
i am of the belief you could figure out how to do brain surgery. a true mensa outdoorsman.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Gimme a medical manual and I'll try!
@guyman42346 жыл бұрын
It is probably on KZfaq. You do make very good videos. Thank you.
@ogeeche6 жыл бұрын
Yep, give him some carabiners, tarp, paracord and some welding tools/supplies. He'd figure out a way.
@haldey15475 жыл бұрын
And a sewing machine too!
@lesliesadler85246 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another building wonder. You have done it again. Functional and with a fire inside. Great.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Leslie! Functional and safe! Thanks for watching
@jorgequinones9913 жыл бұрын
The shelter was good with the smoke. Thanks for sharing.
@Reallybigmonkey13 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jorge, I'm glad you liked it
@midnightsurvival3 жыл бұрын
Hey David, I hope you are doing well today. I have seen many, many, vids where you are setting up a Ridge line or tying rope to a tree for some reason. In many vids you get bumbled up do to filming stress or just nature of the beast. The taunt line hitch is great, but one flipped loop and now it's an unmoving knot. I learned from corporal's corner to have Bolins on the ends of my rope hanks. Just prestage them for deployment. One wrap around the tree, pinch a loop through the Bolin and slip a tent stake or stick through to hold it. Bam. Super easy to set up and pull out the rod from the "marlin spike hitch" and its down. I've seen little kids of 6 Yrs old set them up at pathfinder camp. He teaches them to have a taughtline with Bolin, 2 pursic knots, pre staged and how to do a truckers hitch on the other side for super easy super quick set up. Anyway hope you and Nick are having a great day!
@Reallybigmonkey13 жыл бұрын
I usually cinch up my taut line hitches to trees and never had one come lose. Everyone does stuff differently. Thanks for watching man
@virginiacopeland1086 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up!!!! It's a good one! Tell Nick those spiders are getting away from the fire and they won't bother him anyway. Just clear the leaves out and the problem is gone. Clark and Virginia
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad y'all liked it. Youre right, as soon as that fire gets ramped up all the little critters will scamper! Thanks for watching
@thomasadams7595 жыл бұрын
Hey David you do what works for you on knots, no need to sweat anything that's not normal to you. It's been said many times over if it works no need to fix it. Great video, thanks and God Bless...
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Thank you Thomas and may God bless you too brother
@benthere80516 жыл бұрын
I like your shelter - looks comfortable, dry, and well-ventilated. Nick is doing a better job also. If you would employ trucker's hitches and prusik loops you could cut 10-15 minutes off of the construction time. A prusik loop at each corner of the ridge lines and the center grommets of the top tarp would only use 12" of paracord for each attachment point plus it is adjustable in terms of tension. Enjoyed your video and your good ideas.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. The knots you mentioned will work but with the variability of height and spacing of trees this has always been the most simple way for me to put this up and take it down. You also have to be careful to not tension the lines too tight or the wind may rip the tarps if they don't give. Thanks for watching
@faithrada5 жыл бұрын
Adding ribbon and using those clips on the tarps is brilliant. So much more versatility! Good work gentlemen.⛺ 🔥💧🤗🌲
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
@davidleasure91384 жыл бұрын
Another great video. You are a genius of Bushcraft. Love the woods bag to gather firewood and goodies
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Thank you David!
@thomaspigg3065 жыл бұрын
David!!! I am shocked and appalled!!! 😲😲😲 Here you are, my #1 Bush crafter, and use a lighter to start a fire! Shame, Shame, Shame!!! 😞😞😞 (LOL!) Love the video, the build, and care taken to explain it all! Thanks for the vid! Keep'em comin'!
@low-keyanon12114 жыл бұрын
Dude I really dig you the biggest thing right now is realism an that you are. Genuine love it
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I show it like it happens my friend!
@stephenwright35014 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite shelter. Always enjoy your videos.
@Reallybigmonkey14 жыл бұрын
Thank you Stephen!
@rlhand76886 жыл бұрын
Once again you and your camera man rocked my socks off! Keep them coming my friend. Thanks for all your hard work and lessons you teach.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that! And thanks for watching my friend
@cassandralibertywest43105 жыл бұрын
Another good one. I'm glad they are on KZfaq so I can watch them again to refresh my memory. Stay safe. 'God bless. Thanks.
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching C.L.
@dorcasowens85216 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave and Nick. So glad you are back on line. I really enjoy your videos. Blessings.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Always good to be back on here and I'm glad you like them. Thanks for watching
@octobermoon93 жыл бұрын
For a minute there I thought you invented a tornado proof shelter! LOL Another great video!
@Reallybigmonkey13 жыл бұрын
Hey, that a good project idea! Thanks for watching Beverly!
@takeitoutside60496 жыл бұрын
Really love this set up Dave and Nick. Reminds me a little bit of a Viking Longhouse. How cool it is to see your innovations. Pure genius. Thank you so much for sharing all of your tips, such valuable information. Stay well my friends. Matt
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Yep, quite similar to a Viking long house. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
@takeitoutside60496 жыл бұрын
Portable Viking Longhouse = You could have been really useful to the Vikings = they could have went even further with you in their group :)
@scottrosenberger86965 жыл бұрын
"Where is Jim Stafford when you need him?" Awesome! I was thinking the same thing when I saw the spiders! Great video and great song reference! Thanks, guys!
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Lol! I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching Scott
@karencauthen22866 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I really enjoy watching you and Nick! A great and very important relationship...I camped with my dad 2 weeks every year while I was growing up and they are some of the best memories I have. Keep living and enjoying what you are doing! Your videos are a breath of fresh air!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Karen! Oh I hear ya. Some of the best memories I have of my sons childhood are the camping trips. Nothing beats em. Thanks for watching
@karencauthen22866 жыл бұрын
Nick is getting some great skills in photography and bushcraft. There isn't much that is more important than teaching children to learn new skills and build relationships. It's no wonder that your videos are so popular!
@richardrudy2834 Жыл бұрын
Dave the name of your video should be, I love it when a plan comes together, lol. I really enjoyed your video with the tarp's. As always I look forward to seeing your next one. Take care bud.
@Reallybigmonkey1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard!
@marlonhaines6 жыл бұрын
Great looking shelter. I always enjoy your video.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marlon, I'm glad you liked it and its always great to hear from you! Thanks for watching
@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning6 жыл бұрын
Good to hear Nick is out with you helping as well. Very informative video as always. That set up is pretty neat. Cathedral ceiling and all. I still like to watch a few people doing outdoor camping stuff, though you're my favorite I went to Simply RV'ing video's of Nomads now.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Its always easier when Nick is around. I'm glad you liked it. I think the older I get, the more an RV sounds fun! Thanks for watching
@HamsterLife_EnglishLearning6 жыл бұрын
I agree Dave, one can always still pitch a tent with a mesh roof to see the stars as well.
@briantlougan8106 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! And cheap. And shelter for a few people. And nicely organized bits. As always, I enjoy listening to your pleasantly delivered explanations. Greetings from the Czech Republic.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Briant! Yes, plenty of room for up to six people. Thanks for watching and greetings back at ya from the U.S.A.
@sebastienmgn29686 жыл бұрын
the reason why you only feel wind in the top of the shelter is because the way you put the top tarp made a venturi it's also the reason why you can't really the smoke because it's suck up in a venturi and rapidly mix with a lot of air passing tru. really nice set-up by the way
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
That's a great explanation on how this set up works.
@thatrealba6 жыл бұрын
There certainly are a lot of ways to do things. This is one of the more interesting ones I have seen. Wouldn't work where I am but that's why there are so many ways to learn!
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, lots of ways of doing things. That's what keeps camping interesting!
@thatrealba6 жыл бұрын
When I was able to travel, I carried a very important book, in a tiny form factor, that covered survival in different climates, and the flora and fauna in those climates. It is also the only book I have ever taken into the sticks. The SAS Survival guide. Unfortunately, I cannot go camping anymore, so I am forced to enjoy the outdoors from indoors.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear you can't get out any more. I have that pocket SAS book and the larger version!
@nglitch31116 жыл бұрын
This is FANTASTIC! This is a really nice set-up and super budget friendly.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching
@kapiteinkarnok3 жыл бұрын
Very clever setup Dave. Thanks for your videos, i got several good tips from them. Greetings from the Netherlands.
@Reallybigmonkey13 жыл бұрын
Fantastic to hear that and thanks for watching!
@GramsJams6 жыл бұрын
Great video Dave. As usual. Thanks and I’m glad you and Nick are back out in the woods.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it Jan. We love being out here. Thanks for watching
@ladyb0036 жыл бұрын
I learned a few things.......I need to get more carabiners and little clamps put into my camping gear. Just in case. lol The tarp shelter worked just perfectly, as I knew it would. You put a lot of time and thought into your videos. Thank you for what you do......Take care.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lady B! I'm happy you liked it and learned some!
@natsirim4993 жыл бұрын
Thank you Friend. This is Perfect for a Snow barrier... Over my Construction enclosure... You and Nick are awesome 😊💡🌎
@Reallybigmonkey13 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome and it's great to hear you can use this! Enjoy the snow and thanks for watching
@ridgview5 жыл бұрын
That “El-Cheapo” one was my favorite video of yours Dave. Nice to hear Nick’s voice and helping you.
@Reallybigmonkey15 жыл бұрын
Great to hear that! Nick doesn't get to film much any more due to college but I love having him along when I can.
@richardjones9906 жыл бұрын
Another jewel!!! Those spiders didn’t want anything to do with that smoke. See you on the next one.
@Reallybigmonkey16 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard! I'm happy you liked it. Smoke always runs the creepy crawlies off!