Finally a video where the camper know how to split wood. Great video. I get so tired of peoples trying to split wood with a knife and a chunk of wood. Every one wants to show off their knife and go into detail on why it was THE KNIFE.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Linda - you are so right. Use the right tool for the job! ;)
@finnblu30025 жыл бұрын
Thanks Everyday with a pup close by is a gift
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Indeed it is - I feel very lucky to have such a good dog.
@bakupcpu5 жыл бұрын
Well I'm not the only one who love winter camping in the Argo!! I shall join you this winter!! Thanks for sharing
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
I can't think of many things better than a Snowtrekker Tent and an Argo combo :D
@bakupcpu5 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors :) My tent is a little heavy with 50lbs but it's double wall make up for the level of comfiness you get inside. I simply need to find a nice spot that's not 4 hours away from home. Cheers!!!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
As long as its easy to setup - the weight is not an issue. I like the idea of the double wall.
@bakupcpu5 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors I would say it's probably the easiest tent to set up I have it's an umbrella tent so a big dome of 11.4 feet diameter and 6.6 tall very nice design made in Russia and it came with the tent.
@justindunn34395 жыл бұрын
I have the same tent and stove set up and will probably never change it. It's my fourth canvas tent and by far the best I've experienced yet for mobility and versatility. I use Moovit lubricant on the stove after it's been on a trip to keep it from rusting in the shed. It's non- flammable and food grade so no worries about the burn off when you're lighting that first fire up! Great video and great times!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Justin, I really like this setup too. Its a nice balance of easy of setup, weight and space. I saw a folding titanium stove a while back that didn't look like a pain to setup that I may investigate however. I'll take a look at the Moovit - thanks for the tip!
@outside-atlast91134 жыл бұрын
I have a great cooking tool called the Gerber Complete. It's a spatula with a serrated edge, pancake flipper, tongs, fork, spoon, vegi peilier, can opener, packed opener, and it all fits together in one piece. Small, light and useful. Take care
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Very cool! You should start your own channel!!! 😉
@PondstompingAdventures5 жыл бұрын
I've my mad bomber hat since the early 2000's. Absolutely best winter hat, mine has wool, instead of fur. Very warm. As for gloves, work... deer skin, but for warmth, ice fishing gloves. They are waterproof, and warm.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Brian - Yea the hat looks funny but with the ears down - it awesome! Thanks for the tip on the gloves!
@PondstompingAdventures5 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors no problem. I also use a wool or knitted glove under the deer skin to keep warm while working. Use this quite alot when working up north in - 25 to - 45. Insulated leathers gloves with liners for the cold stuff, works, but is very bulky.
@outside-atlast91134 жыл бұрын
I melted some citronella candle down and added some wood chips. You could use any wax ( unscented) but it makes a great fire starter. I saved a bunch of birch bark and fat wood and I'll bring a little bit of each, just in case I can't find any on site.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Thats a great tip! 👍
@rammur15 жыл бұрын
Great camping trip, Thanks !
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rammur1 👍
@randyy19645 жыл бұрын
Incredibly beautiful
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Omah!
@kadven64475 жыл бұрын
A great video to watch especially in August.Thanks and hope you and Esme are well!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind comment! 👍
@elizabethcolorsart77285 жыл бұрын
very beautiful place and nice video ! your dog is so cute.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Elizabeth :)
@paparomesoutdoors7114 жыл бұрын
great video you have some awesome toys that argo took that ice and water like nothing, well done
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Papa! 😉
@paparomesoutdoors7114 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors my pleasure
@MrMikebarrie5 жыл бұрын
I have discovered the same distaste for Mechanix gloves while in the woods. I’ve recently switched to deerskin leather gloves, which I’ve treated with Obenhaufs. I prefer unlined gloves, which I layer with glove liners, so if they do get wet, I can dry everything out quickly. Haven’t used them a ton yet, but super happy with them so far.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael - I hear you on the gloves and I like the idea of the liners - very cool! I'll also pickup some of Obenhaufs - looks very nice!
@davemoulton80515 жыл бұрын
My son and I made a chuck box and in that box is a propane stove kettle dish pan plates cutting board spices and some can goods bannock etc I little heavy to portage with but to say the least we eat well
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks very cool! Nice for car or truck camping I bet.
@kevinjohnson95333 жыл бұрын
Michael , I know you like you're equipment looking good so may I suggest a quick spray of a cheap can of high heat stove paint for your Knico stove . Mine had quite of bit of surface rust and one $6 can of stove paint later it looks great again. Also one trick suggested was that when putting the stove away for the season you spray the inside of the stove with generic vegetable spray to keep rust at bay, sounds like it would work.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Great tip Kevin! Funny enough I was cleaning up the stove today and removing some light rust where my oil got dried out! I might hit it with some paint as you suggest! 👍
@alanlobley64973 жыл бұрын
Great session thanks for sharing love the hat and if it does the the job then alls good. better to keep warm than cold Alan Australia
@TheEmporiumOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan 👍
@fotisaiki5 жыл бұрын
Great video 100 thumbs up....Your dog is adorable !
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! 👍👍👍
@fotisaiki5 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Quick question. What is an average temp that will make you feel ok when sitting inside. General speaking according to your experience. I am not referring only to the above video. Thanks in advance !
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
I can get the tent warm to around 18c and that's like being at home but I normally aim for around 10c which is comfortable. Obviously its warmer if you are sitting by the stove - but I'm talking ambient temperatures. Hope that helps!
@andyrichey11925 жыл бұрын
Wow this is pretty awesome, I'll be watching for more. I can live like this. Thanks for sharing
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andy - Looking forward to sharing more videos with you!
@mariesmith18143 жыл бұрын
Hello Michael, I like the stove, it looks bigger inside than others I’ve seen ,
@TheEmporiumOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marie - Its a nice size for 1-2 people 👍 Or 1 man and his dog 🐶
@mikedkc5 жыл бұрын
Relaxing. Looks like a nice time. I enjoyed your video.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike - it was a great trip!
@bkrgi5 жыл бұрын
Husqvarna chain saw gloves....impressed how they have held up for me clearing trail in wet conditions....which usually kills a glove quick.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bkrgi - I'll google them!
@annettemillette40914 жыл бұрын
YOU LOOK SPORTY WITH THE VEHICLE AND YOU MOVE SMOOTH, RELAX ENOUGH. WISH YOU WELL
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Annette! 👍
@annettemillette40914 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors WELCOME
@bertrobinson82235 жыл бұрын
Looks like quite a machine. Nuce aerial shots
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Its working well - we will see a little more when the deeper snow comes :)
@lauraweiss78755 жыл бұрын
I have resorted to making my own gloves. (It’s really pretty easy). I make deerskin gloves (unlined or lined with rabbit) for working and sheep shearling mittens for use while hiking/snowshoeing. Can’t beat the durability and warmth.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Wow Laura - I'd love to do that! I always thought making gloves was pretty tough! I'm hoping to buy a new sowing machine soon that can handle light leather. Do you make them by hand?
@lauraweiss78755 жыл бұрын
I make them by hand. Tandy store and Etsy have everything you need...and, of course, KZfaq videos can teach you how!
@PhantomofthePrairie5 жыл бұрын
I have the very same setup as you, I might suggest the therm-a-rest luxury mess cot XL and cot warmer and therm-a-rest luxury map pad XL R 6.9 also a small heat powered fan really helps. Keep up the great videos and keep trekking.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Very cool - Ive been looking for a good cot but I didn't want to splash out for the Helinox models. The Therm-a-rest is more reasonable for sure. The Therm-a-rest basecamp mat I use is pretty nice but the map pad XL looks awesome! I'm waiting for a good deal on a fan also 😉 Hope you had a good winter camping!
@PhantomofthePrairie5 жыл бұрын
The Emporium Outdoors the heat powered fan is around 30-40 USD
@JamesBuell885 жыл бұрын
Loved the graphic of Lars in the Gaz...
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hahaha - I hope he sees it too :D
@nickmaurer31863 жыл бұрын
I have a hat sort of like yours, i love it, very warm.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Awesome Nick! 👍
@yvonnecurrie4184 жыл бұрын
These videos are awesome! The rapport between Michael and Esma is heartwarming and most enjoyable. I’ve watched most of the videos and only have a few left. One is the All Night Log Fire. So looking forward to watching it. I’ve also learned a few tricks for my next camping adventure. Florida to Colorado.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them Yvonne & welcome to the channel!
@johndahl8354 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your vetoes very much
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Thanks John! 👍
@davemoulton80515 жыл бұрын
I like the Argo camping videos keep them coming
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Will do!
@JonathanLeblond4 жыл бұрын
Awsome hat, looks cool and worm. It looks like my hunting hat. Great hat, awsome channel. Love the outdoors and its awsome to watch your videos. And you and easme take care.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jonathan! Certainly is a warm hat 😉
@ericmattinen47285 жыл бұрын
I think I would get a full size cruiser axe or a single bit. You're making splitting harder than it should be. I do love the sheepherder stove, I have a collapsible one that fits into a space about 1/3 to 1/2 the size of yours. Mine is sort of a PITA to set up. You could make brackets for the back of the Argo to set the sled upside down for a cover over your gear. Love the furry hat!!!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric - I'm trying to stay away from a full size axe (I have a full size epic splitting maul at home) as I want it to be useable for backpacking during the summer. In a later videos you will see my new 3/4 splitting axe which does pretty good. I try and split as little as possible by selecting the right size trees also ;) The sled idea is what I'm planning - I'm going to build a frame on the Argo to put a windscreen and canvas cover to keep me out of the snow. On the back I want a "upper" shelf with the sled being the "the shelf" that I can put gear and also remove for hauling wood once at camp. Haha - Me too that hat has won me over - its actually pretty amazing - very happy. Best wishes Eric and a happy new year - Michael & Esme.
@stephen-truthseeker5 жыл бұрын
Thats a handy Snow moblie you have.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Stephen - once I have the tracks it will be a true snow machine ;)
@stephen-truthseeker5 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors what about a trailer
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
I use the sled as a trailer for hauling wood etc. Seems to work ok for short runs. I might need to put on a proper towing attachment rather than a rope.
@AdrienneLawrence13 жыл бұрын
When you cracked yourself up in the morning and did a retake... 🤣 I agree, pack a plate. And make a fork? Also, I know you are in Canada so maple syrup is a given, but I highly recommend jam and/or peanut butter. Especially with freshly warm pancakes...yum. 🥞
@TheEmporiumOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha - You have to laugh at yourself sometimes 😄 Being English, peanut butter and jam is an odd combination BUT I will give it a go 😉
@AdrienneLawrence13 жыл бұрын
The Emporium Outdoors: Ha! Yes, my Irish and English family all think peanut butter is nuts (my father immigrated here). Though an Irish vegan cousin eats other nut butters. You live in the Americas now, so maybe give it a go? It’s a salty, sweet combo that satisfies like no other. I look for nut butters that have two ingredients: the nut and salt. Anything else is unneeded. Perhaps let us know how you like it?
@charliepress66295 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video!!! Thanks for sharing...
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Charlie - glad you enjoyed it!
@benspoliticsandnewsbencook91515 жыл бұрын
I just ordered that hat and i can't wait till it gets here.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
I think you will like it. It's very well made.
@littlebull88815 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors all fjallraven is top notch, my vidda should be with me soon.
@rickm31005 жыл бұрын
Pancakes look good thumbs up
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick!
@chomel20054 жыл бұрын
Esme really knows how to find comfort. Lol
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Its in her DNA 😃
@baddazzriderturner33215 жыл бұрын
Really like what I see so far looks fun
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks - The Argos are a fun machine :)
@MyDE905 жыл бұрын
Great adventures
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@danmitchell37584 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Like the drone footage
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan!
@kitbenson80784 жыл бұрын
Recently subscribed. Fabulous videos. Love Miss Esme and her sense of humour! Thanks for sharing your outdoors adventures.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kit and welcome to the channel! 🐶
@philipjoron96265 жыл бұрын
I always put a few split pieces of wood in the bottom of fire, paper or birch bark then kindling when i start a fire in stove or outside and i find that it starts to burn better,just saying.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Philip - Everyone has their own technique, its very interesting watching other people start fires. In the stove I have a grate that I made so it allows lots of air to be drawn up beneath the fire. Really helps with lighting. Thanks for the tip!
@brunotonton52525 жыл бұрын
Un bonjour de France, merci pour cette très belle vidéo, bisous au petit chien, merci pour le partage.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Un grand bonjour du Canada - Je vais lui donner un bisou de votre part: D Meilleurs voeux Michael & Esme!
@itsanorristhing38253 жыл бұрын
I love the hat and would love to purchase one! Great video love spendind time w you and esme!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! The hat has worked out very well 👍
@itsanorristhing38253 жыл бұрын
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@itsanorristhing38253 жыл бұрын
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@Heeman55 жыл бұрын
Very smart dog!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
:D
@davemoulton80515 жыл бұрын
I wear a leather rancher/ ropers glove I buy them one size smaller and stretch them t a perfect fit . That is a sweet set up you have there
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave for the heads-up on the gloves. Yea - I like this setup its really nice.
@crazyhorsejohnny19745 жыл бұрын
Great overnighter. Love the Snowtrekker. I have a 10x12 regular canvas tent and it's great but hopefully I can get a Snowtrekker soon which would enable me to do more solo camping. Thanks for sharing. Take care.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks - I like the Snowtrekker as its so simple to setup. They also do a minimalist tent (www.snowtrekkertents.com/expedition.html) 7'x8' which looks nice but I do like the extra room of the 8'x10'.
@davidclark44695 жыл бұрын
I like the Cossack hat very much. I wore something very much like it when I was an Air Force Security policeman at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. I don't know if you remember but we had a really bad snow storm both during the winter of 78-79 and 79-80. Both times the base was shut down for 3 days. We wore mukluks to walk around in and that hat really helped keep me warm overall. I really didn't care that, as you said, it looked a little silly. Function over form any day.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi David, Cool job I bet - was the hat standard issue? I'd love to get some mukluks, Ive heard they are awesome for keeping the feet warm and very comfortable.
@davidclark44695 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Michael, yes the Hat was standard issue in Air Force blue with the same faux fur. It seems to me that faux fur is just as warm as the real thing. Muk luks were good, and as you probably know they have about a three-quarter inch felt pad in the bottom, a rubber lower and a canvas upper with laces running all the way up to your knee. They're a little squishy to walk in but we wore thick wool socks. Bunny boots are actually better, however. They were a little bit more difficult to get a hold of because they were mostly for the Flyers. They looked like Mickey Mouse shoes, all white rubber or vinyl or latex or some combination perhaps, with an air valve to let the pressure off when you advance in altitude. Again you can wear them with thick socks and even though they are a bit heavy they are thoroughly toasty warm. You can stand in an icy stream all day and be perfectly warm in the feet. I've never investigated as to whether they are commercially available. Glad to hear about esmi staying warm.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi David - Thats some great information! I've seen the bunny boots and they look like some serious gear! I never knew they had air inside them. I know you can get most surplus gear from eBay - I'll maybe take a look for the Mukluks :D
@lauramurray66905 жыл бұрын
Are you folks talking about Mickey mouse boots that's what we called them in the usmc
@davidclark44695 жыл бұрын
@@lauramurray6690 sounds like the same thing, Laura. I didn't know that you had them in the USMC also, but now that I think about it it makes perfect sense because you guys had to be ready for any climate. I had a pair that I got off somebody, but I really wasn't eligible to get them issued to me. They did Issue the Mukluks, though.
@hermit62085 жыл бұрын
Esssssssssmmmmmeeeeeeeeee!!!! Good of her to provide supervision during the Trekker set-up process. I noticed that she took the time to walk around and get a good look at it from various viewpoints to provide a more complete critique should one prove necessary. 😂🐶😂🐶🌲❄🌲❄
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hahaha - indeed she did :D Do you have any snow yet in NH?
@hermit62085 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors , it's snowing right now. First of the season. I actually live over in Maine, I just go over to the area I have been going through since I was a kid for hunting and stuff. They're getting some snow over there too, 4 to 8 inches. Yes, inches!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Cool - we are getting a fair dump today too - and -14c (yes centigrade!) When I visited Maine, I headed straight for the Cabalas store :) Loved the Ocean in that part of the world! Lucky guy.
@hermit62085 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors I drove down to the coast yesterday. Have a couple places I like to go take a peek at the water. Then I went and set up my hammock and laid around in it for a couple of hours. Then two bird hunters came by and I thought I might want to pack up before I got some number eight shot in my bottom.
@hermit62085 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors what's a centimeter? And whenever anybody says centigrade or Celsius, I immediately have to convert it into Fahrenheit. LOL. That Cabela's store is the absolute Mecca. The first time I walked in there I just walked around taking photos. I still am blown away when I walk in there.
@kevinelton34665 жыл бұрын
wow nice video thankyou
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin - Glad you enjoyed it!
@rickm31005 жыл бұрын
Art of camping
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Winter camping is my favourite!
@PumpkinVillage5 жыл бұрын
Very nice setup and ride. Beautiful area. Thanks for the video and take care, Al
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Al - Glad yo enjoyed the video!
@enkisonofanu23015 жыл бұрын
The dog never barks and though she does not look it, she is very fit.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Yup - she's pretty quiet unless there is danger and then you will hear her! :D She loves to run and is in good shape :). Thanks for the comment!
@pauls4665 жыл бұрын
Nice vid ! dont forget that she need to drink a lot besides the food
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul - Yup - I keep good care of her. When she runs she loses a lot of fluids - So I'm always there with water after we stop.
@bolognasammich5 жыл бұрын
Great video. Just stumbled upon by accident. I just invested in a Cabela's Instinct 8 man 4 season tent. I use a Mr. Heater Big Buddy propane heater. I'm really wishing I held off on that decision and went with a setup similar to yours. The whole "hot tent" thing is really cool, just awesome. I would definitely be cooking up some strong coffee and some thick bacon on that thing.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Jason, you cant go wrong with your new setup, its very convenient and can be used all year round. I had the Cabalas Big Horn III for a while (check my videos) and that was fine but nothing beats a canvas tent for winter camping. Also with a wood stove and camping in a forest I can't run out of fuel. :) Everything is subjective and my setup might not work for everyone.
@harleycross41705 жыл бұрын
The Emporium Outdoors awesome vids. Was going to buy the bighorn. You saying this is better in your opinion? Does the floor of bighorn not keep out mice, bugs etc? Plus you still have stove. Thanks
@helenriddoch9665 жыл бұрын
you are great to watch with your lovely dog those pancakes i could taste them yum keep up the vids its great to watch im in summer here in queensland have a great xmas and all the best for new year helen from ozz
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Helen - thanks for watching the video. I've seen a few video of Queensland and it looks very beautiful. I grew up watching the bushtucker man - and I'm sure that seed led me to where I am today :). Happy holiday Michael & Esme
@helenriddoch9665 жыл бұрын
im in the lucky country yes i watched him in earlyer days he was great thanks for your reply
@RatdogDRB5 жыл бұрын
Yes, Michael, you're gonna hear it: Mechanix Gloves (Mpact Leather). Check out their web site, they make more than one type, you know. And, for the stove... WD40 is for "Water Displacement". Clean off all the surface rust, wipe it clean... then treat it like cast iron cookware. Heat it up and rub a very thin coat of Flax Seed Oil on it, allow it to cool, and repeat a few times. It'll season it. Every time you use the stove, just rub a very light coating of the Flax Seed Oil on the stove as it's still too warm to touch, but not HOT. The oil will polymerize and harden.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi RatdogDRB - thanks for the tip on the stove - I'll give that a try!! Yea - I know the mechanix gloves come in more flavours but I was just very disappointed with the brand I guess. I'll take another look! Thanks again! Michael
@msgottaneedtoknow5 жыл бұрын
RatdogDRB I just purchased one and I did not know that! Thanks for the information! Now I just have to remember! Lol 👍🏼
@Jax4umalta5 жыл бұрын
It’s funny that you say that about the pancake, when we came over from Malta my father discovered them and he was the maker of the pancakes. He always made the best tea and the best pancakes.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
I know. - culture is so subjective! Love tea and pancakes!
@johnfuller12392 жыл бұрын
Great show!!!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again John!
@whitemountainshikes85565 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael; I'll have to check out the snowtrekker. Remember the BigHorn 3? Didn't hold up to show as well as advertised. Thank you Cabela's for lifetime guarantee! Convinced now that the only way to go is heavy, tough and steep. Looks nice up there. Summit of Mt Washington has had a little over 6 feet of snow/ice so far this season. I haven't been able to go camping or hiking for a while- house renovations going on. Seeing you and Esme made me jealous! You have a lot of remote area to get away from everyone. Winter's the best time in the Whites- a lot more solitude. Gonna have to check out your most recent vids- haven't had a lot of time lately!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi White Mountain Hikes - The Big Horn II passed the test and would be a solid winter tent for all the Canadian winter can dish out. However, I found packing away the tent solo after a good snow fall and ice was too much. The SnowTrekker is much smaller and easier to handle solo - also it being canvas helps with the general ice build up. Hope you find time to get out!!! We all get older every year and it get a little harder - no time like the present! ;). Love to see pics or video from your part of the world!
@todd43355 жыл бұрын
Man I would love to have a 6x6 Argo the fishing holes I could get too wow
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks what I'm hoping for too!
@bgtrev5 жыл бұрын
Another well produced and enjoyable video, thoroughly enjoyable start to my evening. thanks.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Trev! Glad you enjoyed it. It was one of my favourite trips!
@jameslaurabell72685 жыл бұрын
Liked the video. Was wandering if bottom of tent was able to be steaked down. Though maybe ground to tough.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi James - there are some stakeouts but you are right - driving stakes is a non-starter in winter as the ground is like concrete. The skirts do a good job once the snow sets up and hold the tent firm.
@TheVespap200e5 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael, love the hot tenting videos! The Esme comments are great as usual! Make me laugh every time. That Argo is quite the beast. I can hardly wait for more snow trekker videos! 👍😀
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Revo - the Argo with tacks will be something - More snowTrekker content coming soon!
@spicymeatball075 жыл бұрын
Beautiful place so peaceful, keep on living the life 👍
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend! :)
@sierraelec71055 жыл бұрын
Cowboy Leather gloves work when holding the hot branding iron for cows.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Good idea!
@ullisim20085 жыл бұрын
He looks like he's going to war with his get ups i mean you're going camping my friend...😁
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
What can I say - I like to blend in :). Besides being x-military I've always been attracted to green ;)
@_thaad_31855 жыл бұрын
Cute dog ^^
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@antonboyer98485 жыл бұрын
grate vids mate i love your life in the big outdoors i am stuck in Dartford kent
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Anton, yea - I feel your pain. I worked for years in London and the grind almost killed me :/. There is always the New Forest, thats not too far away and lots of area to explore :)
@MrMitsos4 жыл бұрын
That thing sounds mean!!🔥
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Hehehehe 😈
@mstinak81735 жыл бұрын
Another great video, i love your doggy travelling on the runner! So adorable!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tina - She loves to feel the wind in her ears! :)
@leequinn94405 жыл бұрын
I love winter camps but it never snows here in the UK I love my surplus mittens have a look the British ones have the index finger separate it's very usefull
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Lee, I have those mittens (I did a video years ago) and they are awesome for he winter and super cheap. I'm looking more for just work gloves, doesn't have to be warm as I have some Goretex mittens I use when the temp drops. You can get snow in Cumbria on the mountains in winter but it can get a bit sketchy if your not prepared. Thanks for taking the time to comment!
@leequinn94405 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors you spend much time in Cumbria? I went volunteering there during the floods a few years ago
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
I spent many years hiking in the Lake District, Scotland and Snowdonia. One of the reasons I moved to Canada was to expand on my experience of hiking and wilderness camping.
@leequinn94405 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors I was thinking to do the three peaks next year and filming it what do you think? P.s. thanks for chatting with me means a lot
@brianpoff94054 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video I love the hat wish I could afford it though
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Yea - they are pretty expensive 🤨
@pugblake5 жыл бұрын
Low-key tone, fine drone work, stand-out videography, floor for the tent, cot, dog -- lots of plusses. Thumbs up. (Hmmm, I just now thought of Vera Lynn -- "thumbs up"... She''ll be 102 in March.)
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pugblake! Glad you liked the setup. My Grandmother is 105 this weekend! Vera Lynn has a few years to beat that ;)
@davidclark44695 жыл бұрын
I do a 30s and 40s music show for Alabama Public Radio, and one of my favorite WW2 British morale songs contained the chorus: "thumbs up thumbs up, tiggerty boo."
@michaelgauna75994 жыл бұрын
JUST FOUND YOU NOW so I apologize its late but I would recommend Fjällräven gloves I've seen Joe robinet another bushcraft KZfaqr grab logs straight from the fire and rotate them that way so they are durable and I know joe knows his gear.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors4 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael - I think those gloves are Hestra - They make very good gloves! 😉
@WoodsUnknown5 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, I think you'll find that a set of tracks for your argo will work even better getting u over logs, as always can't wait for the next video keep em coming
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark - I'm excited to get the tracks. I think you are right they should help with the logs.
@tylermccoy55175 жыл бұрын
i use a leather insulated impact glove i get from work. maybe hit up a oilfield work gear store or maybe a marks workwear house.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tyler - I'm making a list of all the great suggestions!
@MistralD Жыл бұрын
Try laying the wood on its side to split with a hatchet. Will be easier.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@largotokyo62865 жыл бұрын
The Lord Of the Rings reference with the dog killed me! Great video, glad i stumbled upon it!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hahaha - glad you liked that :D
@mcleod19605 жыл бұрын
Wow, Just found you, and subscribed. Very well done. Les From Eastern Oregon
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Les - Glad you found the channel - hope you like what you find!
@JustinfromAZ5 жыл бұрын
Beautifully done, sir!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thank you JustinFromArizona!
@swagjt96465 жыл бұрын
Wow, I enjoyed watching u video, keep upload more videos like this, I like it..
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thank Swag JT - more coming soon!
@crewdog69695 жыл бұрын
Hester fall line gloves.. very spendy but perfect for what you are doing
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Lonnie - Someone else mentioned those and I think they are the gloves Joe Robinet uses. They do look like exceptional gloves. Thanks for the tip!
@krachbummyeti5 жыл бұрын
Great Video. Thank‘s for sharing. Greethings from Germany
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christian - Alles Gute aus Kanada!
@melorynano5 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy these video's of yours, even more so when the winter arrives!
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mario! Me too!
@benspoliticsandnewsbencook91515 жыл бұрын
Bet if you get a trailer or build one that can act as a bigger snow sled in the winter you could stay out there for a solid week. The one thing I like about camping is seeing how long I can stay out gear wise with a transport of sorts weight isn't an issue any more. Would just be cool to see a sled behind the Argo.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Ben, I was thinking the same thing about the sled behind the Argo. I would need arms to stop the sled hitting the back of the machine when going down hill. The only limiting factor on how long I can stay out for is food and beer ;) I can hunt food but can't make beer :( lol. I do want to start making longer trips but work is a big commitment right now. I'm hoping this will slow down a bit next year.
@allenbarry7075 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video.... Thanks for making them.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Allen!
@motor11445 жыл бұрын
You need to put some wood under the feet off the stove, this really helps when the snow starts to melt, just a little tip.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
With this little snow it doesn't matter - but the stove does have snow legs designed for poles to be inserted for deep snow. I find the fire blanket underwear really helps with snow melt reduction. Thanks for the tip!
@cobar19545 жыл бұрын
I think taking the dog along is a fantastic idea, to keep you company great video, would love to know what type of sleeping bag that is looks bloody warm
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Cobar1954 - Yes Esme always comes with me everywhere and It wouldn't be the same without her. The sleeping bag is a Woods -45c but branded as Wholesale sports - a Canadian retailer that went belly up last year.
@grahamdelahaye45685 жыл бұрын
hi Michel brill video hopefully I will be with you next year we will see, keep up the good work .
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hope so, little tank to play with ;)
@Phscydin5 жыл бұрын
Another great video!! I'm sure you know about it already, but in case you don't, have a google for Chopper 1 axe... Might make short work of those bigger chunks of wood. We used to celebrate pancake day back east; We used to put coins in the batter... #chokehazard
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
LOL - thats funny. "Hey mom - I broke another tooth!" - :D - I'll check out the axe! I should bring my maul but its kinda heavy and I'm nor splitting too much.
@kuningaboss5 жыл бұрын
Lars sent me here, great channel quality vids, cheers from estonia.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Täname, et kukutasite. Loodan, et teile meeldivad videod. Parimate soovidega Kanadast!
@a.thousandyears.23725 жыл бұрын
Hello...Thank you for sharing your vedio../Thailand..
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome - best wishes from Canada!
@todd43355 жыл бұрын
The woods are lovely dark and deep but I have miles to go before I sleep
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Robert Frost prom - thanks for sharing!
@todd43355 жыл бұрын
@@TheEmporiumOutdoors man I would love to find one of those Les Stroud axes
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
They are a nice axe for sure.
@feellnfroggy5 жыл бұрын
Carhart sells a medium and heavy weight leather glove. Pretty decent price for Carhart too. I loved them riding my bike in teh winter.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks - Ill add them to the list! Appreciate it!
@450rhino15 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Wishing you and ESME a very Merry Christmas, and all the best in 2019, from NOVA SCOTIA.:)
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much - the same for you and your family!
@richardprovost82045 жыл бұрын
Ya we want to sit here and watch you ... So exciting.....
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard!
@colantchir57015 жыл бұрын
Great videos man. I find that for working in the snow and wet in general Costco cotton/ rubber dipped gloves work great and save the nice camouflage gloves for driving and hunting. I'm from Red deer and spend alot of time out west as well. Take care and be safe.
@TheEmporiumOutdoors5 жыл бұрын
Hi Colan - thanks for the tip! I'll take a look. Red Deer has nice access to the mountains :)