Survival Training The Pathfinder Scout Course - A Review, How to be Successful, and Earn that Patch!

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The Pathfinder School Scout/Intermediate Course is no joke! One must be physically and mentally prepared and have all the necessary prerequisite skills to be successful. This is a review of the gear I took into the course, some tips and tricks, deliverables in the course that are required to pass, and a little motivation for those intending to attend the course in the future. Know the basics and be ready to execute advanced skills in this course! Enjoy!
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@shocktroop0351 3 жыл бұрын

Hey brother, Great review, I’m really enjoying your channel! To the other viewers: I was at the same course and Andrew is telling the truth 100% about the class. Pay special attention to his 5 tips, I personally couldn’t agree more and Andrew wasn’t just another guy trying to make it to the end, he truly set the example at the class and I appreciated getting to train alongside him. He brought some things to my attention during our discussions pertaining to character and mental toughness that really got me to take notice, and Andrew is 100% the lead by example real deal. While there is a technical side to the skills being taught there, learning to manage your mental state and your physical discomfort are huge. Stay positive and get comfortable with being uncomfortable. It sucks for everyone but you have control over your reaction.

@cantstartafire 3 жыл бұрын

Move with a sense of purpose. Absolutely. That can't be stressed enough. Great channel, Cheers!

@MrSupertim996 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on! My pops drilled that into me as a kid. I did that with my sons. Truer words were never spoken.

@trailtrashoutdoors8173 3 жыл бұрын

I've always wanted to attend the course just to get some compound learning and see if this old dog can learn new tricks! Thanks for sharing!

@penniechrispickard728 11 ай бұрын

I'm 51. 18 years in national guard. Was med boarded out. Looking at your videos to learn and for mental and physical healing. I'm from southern Missouri and am used to the outdoors. Really enjoy your training videos. Thanks. Hooah!!

@ventureoutbushcraft6378 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on the patch. This is probably the best breakdown and tips video I've seen. This guy is spot on. Thanks. Subscribed !!!

@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ll work hard to keep that sub!

@daddysharkadventures1638 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ,major,for the motivational comments on one's sense of purpose. One of the most awesomely motivating things I've heard in a long time.

@sdr22630 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on doing something I could not. I loved hearing about it and will have to settle for a vicarious experience in lieu of the real thing. I appreciate, as I’m sure others do, your straightforward , no BS review and helpful instructions. 👍

@55Quirll 3 жыл бұрын

Same here, being in Thailand now and not in Virginia, my home state, it would make taking the course difficult.

@greengofishing 2 жыл бұрын

What an inspiration! I’m a 52 y.o. Eagle Scout who still loves the outdoors and challenges. Watching this really stoked me to start getting back into better form and set this course as a goal. Excellent channel sir. Keep up the hard work and videos. Really enjoy ‘em.

@layer8man 3 жыл бұрын

Great review and job in the course! It was a real pleasure getting to meet you there and look forward to seeing you in the Advanced class!

@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You too!

@EPGunman 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on passing the course. I had a physical setback (broken leg lol) so I was not able to attend this year but I am hoping soon that I can get there. Thanks for the nuggets of wisdom!!! Again congrats and it pays to be comfortable being uncomfortable sometimes

@drcsep 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats amigo. Your words are full of honesty. Thanks for the advice. Enjoy the rest of Turkey Day. Blessings 🙏🏻

@richardgummere84 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on passing the course. Thanks for the tips and info. Happy Thanksgiving, Brother!

@fishingthe910 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on passing the course, I've heard its one of the best and hardest set of schools you can attend in the civilian world. There's no way I could pass it. I know my way around the woods, but have become comfortable with some of the new age products but bushcrafting is something I enjoy watching and learning about.

@mvincent5621 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video, Mr Canterburys videos were among the first videos I started watching on you tube. I think its great that even with all your hard earned practical knowledge, you are open learning more from others. To me that's a sign of good character. Great idea showing everyone what southern ohio terrain will do to your gear. Another excellent video , thank you and keep up the good work.

@59CRUISER1 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video Andrew. Tip number #5 alone is psychology 101, dig deep. Sense of purpose ignites motivation, motivation fuels purpose / reason. The greater the sense of purpose the greater the motivational energy (mental fortitude). Therefore, failure is not a option. I'd have you on my team any day.

@chasenolot5195 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your new accomplishment. Always enjoy your informative and instructional videos. Looking forward to the next one

@joshbomar7162 3 жыл бұрын

Good information & presentation. Anyone planning to take a serious surival school course like the Pathfinder scout course would definitely benefit from watching your video. I like your enthusiasm . Congrats on the patch.

@journeyman7189 3 жыл бұрын

Great breakdown Andrew and congrats on passing the course. Move with a sense of purpose is great advise. Nate

@claudeoverstreet8791 3 жыл бұрын

I have been watching your videos and learning a lot. I deeply appreciate you sharing your skills and knowledge! Congratulations on your accomplishment!

@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@theaveragewoodsman6002 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review and gear list. I passed the Pathfinder Basic last year, went to Randall's Adventure and Training Advanced Bushcrafter Course earlier this year and plan to attend the Pathfinder Intermediate Course in September. This video was helpful in understanding what to expect. Thanks!

@maryspeight2840 3 жыл бұрын

Very well done. The phrase " Move with a sense of purpose " was a catch phrase that was instilled in me by my dad very early on in my childhood. This will be my "new" mantra for 2021 almost 50 yrs later. Truth is never changed , it always the truth. RLTW Guy Speight

@pack44tv85 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!!! Your insight and tips are very much appreciated Sir!!

@pacediver2594 3 жыл бұрын

Very well spoken and informative,great advice for someone who what’s to attend those courses

@blackhatbushcraft 3 жыл бұрын

Very good summary of the intermediate course brother. I have been there for many of them and each one is slightly different. The one you attended was one of the more difficult ones that I remember. You did an outstanding job all the way around. I look forward to seeing you come back for Advanced class when it works out for you to do so. Take care brother and keep up the good work!

@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir, and for the instruction during the course. I had a great time at the class and look forward to coming back!

@de8851 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I am so glad to here someone else say that. Forth most point of contact!!!! Love it man!!!

@dennisyoung4496 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you did well in the course. And again thank you for sharing what you've learned and added tips. At 72 I don't see me going, but I love to learn different things. In these times survival is at the top of the list.

@nestoryaguareteaba4694 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the videos, I learn a lot. Cheers from Buenos Aires, Argentina

@erickmo1188 3 жыл бұрын

Great job brother! Looking forward to attending a class myself. Hopefully you’ll make it up to an instructor school and possibly provide some of the same experiences in your eco system. I think the pathfinder school system is definitely the most comprehensive wilderness survival course available as of right now.

@nateplissken3019 2 жыл бұрын

Man that course sounds awesome! Outstanding AAR! Definitely a course that I will look into thanks to this video. Thanks for sharing.

@johnfernandez3166 2 жыл бұрын

Man thank you so much for all the info you're given out I'm learning a lot from you and someday soon plan on taking those courses I need this

@bruceclyne5254 2 жыл бұрын

Greetings from Alabama! This was one of your best videos: focused on “the down and dirty” information needed to successfully complete the course. Rangers lead the way. 🇺🇸

@mikelychock0310 3 жыл бұрын

Great, informative video! Thanks for making and sharing, sure many future students and survival enthusiasts will benefit from it.

@craigmooring2091 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! I had no doubt you would make it. Good of you to pass on those tips.

@claybogle 2 жыл бұрын

I love your lessons brother! I appreciate all you are sharing with us. Thanks for your teaching and for your hard work. Shalom.

@Stoney_AKA_James 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on completing the SRO Scout Course! Good video too! Your 5 tips remind me of the tips I was given prior to Ranger School (class 11/77) - RLTW

@nomad211d 3 жыл бұрын

Andrew, of all of your videos that I've watched this is my favorite. I have a digital notepad I use for work that I keep track of my tasking projects, important notes, etc. At the top, I've got a few of my favorite motivational quotes. I've just added "Move with a sense of purpose" because hearing you say it really struck home with how I like to operate. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us. Wish you the very best sir.

@DDiskin69 Жыл бұрын

This was, by far, your best video! The information was clear and concise, and the explanations of why some gear worked and some did not, was excellent. I was also impressed by your candid discussion of what to expect, without sugar coating the discomforts. Your advice is critically important and straightforward, which is a blessing. I am about to embark on my first class at Pathfinders, and I am looking forward to experience with great anticipation. Thank you again for this video!

@IntoTheWildernessBushcraft 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always top notch. Thanks, Andrew! 👊🏼🥾🏔

@pearleelife 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats and thanks for what you do to educate!

@flyyinryan Жыл бұрын

getting caught up on your older videos during some downtime. I have struggled to find an effective way to motivate some of the knuckleheads I work with. They waste time walking in circles or talking in between tasks, then become so distracted they forget what they were trying to accomplish. When you said to "move with a sense of purpose" it clicked in my head. I have always known and practiced that in my work and interests, to the point that I thought it was common knowledge. Hearing you say it out loud in this video made me realize that there are A LOT of people out there just walking in circles being distracted and wasting time, going through the motions without a sense of purpose. Thank you for the "AH-HA" moment..!!

@shawnmaginness9872 Жыл бұрын

I grew up camping and playing in and around beaver creek in Amherst, OH. As time goes by and I experience more places, I'm more and more grateful for having grown up there at that time. I think most kids now live such drastically different lives and don't develop the kinds of skills that can help you survive out there. Hell, the power goes out for an hour during a storm and they lose their minds! I can remember getting excited when the power went out, because it meant we got to play with flashlights and tell scary stories! And moving with a sense of purpose is probably the most difficult thing to get kids to grasp these days. At least, in my experience. At first, I thought it was just my kids, but after spending time around their friends... It seems to be a common thread. Awesome work, as always! I absolutely love your videos! Thank you for all the knowledge!

@firemanforever3000 2 жыл бұрын

Condensed, useful, no Bull info. I’m glad that the Corporal recommended your channel.

@peterperfect1625 10 ай бұрын

Excellent video, Clear and concise , thoroughly entertaining. Thankyou

@johnblocher8431 Жыл бұрын

Great review of the course - a lot of excellent information and great 5 tips at the end. So true.

@mathewhenderson5757 3 жыл бұрын

Solid video. Great content for the community. Excellent period of instruction

@karlshook4586 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for replying. I think the basic coarse is where I want to start. Good luck with the advanced course but after watching a few of your videos I think you’re going to crush it.

@juancamilolovo2546 Жыл бұрын

Very motivating reflections for everything in life! Your rock 🤘🏻

@wazza2903 3 жыл бұрын

Well done Andrew, I've been waiting for this video 👍🏻🍻🇦🇺

@IronSharpensIron127 3 жыл бұрын

Man you don't know how much I miss the Army. God bless

@SavageVoyageur 3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on earning that patch. Great video. I learned a lot that I will keep for the future.

@glynnellis5050 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrew, another great video.

@ryanphillips2380 11 ай бұрын

Congratulations on the patch major great video

@colewiggins2955 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations! You motivate me. Hope I can make it to the course one day. Happy thanksgiving!

@nickcasolino8903 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! It sounds like an amazing course. Love it.

@edcrowley1726 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for sharing your knowledge of the course......it was excellent

@survivalapache7331 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Andrew

@gerardmartyn7596 3 жыл бұрын

Good information. Thank you. Plan on taking the course soon. Be safe.😎

@ebony5766 3 жыл бұрын

This was a really great video. I came across it by chance, and am glad I did.

@DisabledPrepper Жыл бұрын

I learned so much! Thank you Major.

@dangudgeon3833 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review. Congratulations on patching, I had no doubt you would succeed! Enjoy your time in the midwest. Happy Thanksgiving!

@xingmenneigong Жыл бұрын

thank you, loved this vid, please make more videos on mental toughness, move with a sense of purpose, creating the right attitude etc. thanks again

@rodyewell2267 3 жыл бұрын

Good job man thanks for this video and all the information.

@xionix4 Жыл бұрын

I am loving your channel. Thank you and thanks to Corporal's Corner for sharing your channel with me. :)

@bowdiersackett6433 3 жыл бұрын

Great information and congratulations. I did Basic Oct 2 to 4th and wanted to do this class..a few guys going for instructor in my class where in this one..but i didn't have enough time to learn bowdrill, bucksaw and work on PAUL navigation before class..next year for me 👍

@SurvivalLiving 3 жыл бұрын

I am signing up for the September Course at the end of the month. I have been training with what gear I do have and ordered alot more that they have posted necessary items. I do appreciate your information here. I have been working on crafting the items you have show and been working nearly every day on my bow drill.

@SurvivalLiving 2 жыл бұрын

I leave tomorrow morning via greyhound for the intermediat course. Thank you for this video. Ive been training on all the deliverables

@hossain-alkabir2725 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your advices. I will hair your these advices again and again to apply my life when go for long time tour our countries villages and hilly areas.

@randybradley7427 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you got your scout patch congratulations. Wish my health was better I would love to do the courses. Bad back don't go with demanding get er done assignments

@zongongo Жыл бұрын

Big thumbs up for sharing your pep talk / philosophy, 👍🏻

@frankvega4993 2 жыл бұрын

Great video a so much information on what expect on the course👍🏼👍🏼

@josephthennes4656 2 жыл бұрын

I hope to do the basic course soon thanks for your time and insight

@williammoore4646 Жыл бұрын

Another Awesome Video Andrew!

@herbsmith6871 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations my friend 🤠

@dangudgeon3833 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your latest achievement in Ohio! I didn't know you were going so soon. I will be there in June for the basic class. Thanks for all your videos that have helped me prepare for the class. Looking forward to your next video! Dan

@robman247 3 жыл бұрын

Like I always say Nice show and tell keep it up and congratulations on you patching, Happy thanksgiving to you and all

@user-sl5qz3lg2e Жыл бұрын

Another great video. Your presentation and information are very enjoyable.

@daniele.f.2963 2 жыл бұрын

Great and inspiring presentation. I wish this old Marine could have done the course with you.

@jparker4293 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, I enjoyed it immensely. I plan on taking the basic class sometime and then accordingly the advanced classes after. I live on the west coast so it may be some time before I am able to take them. But I want to be as prepared as I can be when I do. Again Thank you for sharing your experience and advice.

@user-gu1bu9em8f 11 ай бұрын

Great tip on the pace beads. I broke a bead on mine when i droped my pack on the concrete while preparing to load out for Desert Storm in 1990. After watching your vidio i felt down right stupid that i never thought about useing rubber to replace it. That makes perfect sence to me. I am now going to make all new beads for myself and my grandkids. Thank you so much for this and all the other great videos you and your instructors provide.

@doylehignite6073 2 жыл бұрын

Sent here from Corporals Corner. Looking forward to digging into your playlist. Thank you for your service

@mudpuppy1431 3 жыл бұрын

Your 5 tips were awesome.

@jimhale3879 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Out standing

@kennethvalerio1294 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work ty for the valuable information.

@nancygreggpasiecznik4673 2 жыл бұрын

Ranger, this was an excellent video.

@bilakos1987 3 жыл бұрын

Every time someone on KZfaq said "get fit. You have to be fit" I would readily nod, agreeing with them. Then I'd click on the next video, and continue with my KFC. No more of that nonsense. I have lost 22kg (48lbs) since September. Stop agreeing with them, get off your fourth point of contact, and lose some weight, people. Thanks you for another great video. You have earned my subscription. So keep 'em coming! :D

@RangerSurvivalandFieldCraft 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’ll work hard to keep that sub!

@tacticalcornbread3506 3 жыл бұрын

I like the interchangeable saw blade on the surge it uses standard t slot jigsaw blades. I think you can order a standard saw for it on the Leatherman website. Great video and congrats on completing the course.

@richardlobb6027 3 жыл бұрын

Good video , keep'em coming!!

@AggyGoesOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Great recap, congratulations on the pass 👊🏽🙏🏽

@chevelless1428 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your input....very helpful

@joekreisel4542 2 жыл бұрын

Can't believe I jus now came across this video but this looks incredible!!! This is exactly what I've been studyin an learnin the past two years as I have recovered from an injury in January 2019. Right now I'm almost at the tail end of this injury. Like a summer camp for Macgyver Bushcrafters!!!! I won't be able to make it this year. Jus hope things don't go to shtf so I can go for the patch next year!!! Have a nice day!!! 😎

@MrTimbok1 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Thanks for the info!

@Hoonozit 3 жыл бұрын

I always like a good pack dump, thanks.

@asmith7876 3 жыл бұрын

I suspect I'll never attend a class although I'd love to meet the instructors! It sounds like anyone with any military field experience definitely has a leg-up for the course. Great overview, thanks!