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MTC Outdoors
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Приєднався 14 бер 2018
Off-Grid Cabin Life, Bushcraft, Camping, Kayaking, Backpacking, Outdoors
Hi, I'm Matt Ten Clay. I'm an passionate outdoorsman and I enjoy continually learning and upgrading my gear on camping trips throughout the year- rain, shine, or snow! I also enjoy dabbling in homesteading and improving the land on our families' off-grid cabin in Texas. I don't claim to be an expert in bushcraft or anything outdoors, really, but am always looking to go on an adventure and learn more about the outdoors and myself at the same time!
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Hi, I'm Matt Ten Clay. I'm an passionate outdoorsman and I enjoy continually learning and upgrading my gear on camping trips throughout the year- rain, shine, or snow! I also enjoy dabbling in homesteading and improving the land on our families' off-grid cabin in Texas. I don't claim to be an expert in bushcraft or anything outdoors, really, but am always looking to go on an adventure and learn more about the outdoors and myself at the same time!
Please remember to SUBSCRIBE if you enjoy the videos so that you don't miss any!
Solar Eclipse, Chop Down Leaning Trees, Target Practice, 70th Birthday @ Off Grid Cabin in NE Texas
Visited our little family cabin in NE Texas to see the solar eclipse, celebrate our Dad's 70th, knock down and cut-up some precariously leaning cedar trees, and overall clean-up the area. Had an awesome time and as always, can't wait 'til next time!
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Onetigris Tegimen Wall Tent - Winter Hot Tent Camping Nordhouse Dunes of Lake Michigan for 3 nights
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Join me on a hot tent winter camping adventure! I spent 3 chilly and windy nights in the Nordhouse Dunes of Michigan, beside Lake Michigan. It was an awesome adventure, including some tremendous hikes, sledding, hot stove meals & drinks, amazing sunsets, and much more! I continued my use of the Onetigris Tegimen wall tent and it performed quite well. The trip was a success and I will return aga...
Winter Hot Tent Camping in Onetigris Tegimen | 2 Nights Winter Camping in Nordhouse Dunes, Michigan
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In March 2023 I headed to North to Free Soil, MI- Nordhouse Dunes to be exact. I purchased a new wall tent, the Onetigris Tegimen for testing and winter camping. It wasn't terribly cold as it's been a mild winter, but the small wood burning stove kept things very comforable. I also hiked over to Lake Michigan and hiked in the woods and made some tea. Throughout the adventure I prepared some tas...
Nordhouse Dunes Quick Camp Trip in Summer
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We both had a real nice time in Nordhouse Dunes. The weather couldn't have been much more perfect, an so too with the prepared meals.
DIY Backup Water Collection System & Shower, Kitchen Upgrade, Campfire Meals- visit 9
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In this episode from May of 2022, it is hot, hot, hot! I honestly didn't get too much done and didn't do much filming, but still managed to get a few things checked off the list. I added a cheap gutter/bucket backup water collection system, along with a redundant shower for hygiene. In addition, the old freezer/fridge conversion is now gone, but we've put a nice stainless steel table in to repl...
DIY Hot Tent Camping in Snow | 2 Nights Winter Camping in Nordhouse Dunes in a Tarp Tipi
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Join me on a hot tent winter camping adventure! In January 2022 I headed to Nordhouse Dunes to do some hot tenting in a D.I.Y. teepee. It got down to about 10 degrees, but the small wood burning stove kept the place pretty toasty. I also hiked over to Lake Michigan and checked out some ice formations. Throughout the adventure I prepared some tasty meals and hot tea. The trip was a success and I...
Summary of Visit, Cabin and Camp walk-through, Pack-up, Motorbike Ride- Visit 9, Pt 6
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In this episode, I make some espresso, chat about the cabin progress, walk-through of the cabin and surrounding camp, power-up the trail cams with fresh batteries, and take the Coleman motorbike for one last joyride for the trip. It's been about 7 months since I made it to the cabin last, so it was about time! I was anxious to get going on a few things, namely the ceiling interior of the cabin ...
Test Out New Kayak & DIY Kayak Rack, Cut Up Firewood, Hot Dogs Over Campfire- Visit 9, Pt 5
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In this episode, I cut and stack firewood, try out the new kayak and diy kayak rack, and enjoy a campfire and hot dogs before a small storm rolls in. It's been about 7 months since I made it to the cabin last, so it was about time! I was anxious to get going on a few things, namely the ceiling interior of the cabin and to check out the animal activity as well as the state of the local vegetatio...
Finish Lauan Ceiling Install, Trail Cam Review, Post Signs, Campfire Meal- Visit 9, Pt 4
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In this episode, I finish up the lauan ceiling installation, go for a run, make a grilled cheese & turkey with the Coleman camp stove, post a few no trespassing signs, check out what the trail cams caught, and roast a couple of hot dogs over a campfire. It's been about 7 months since I made it to the cabin last, so it was about time! I was anxious to get going on a few things, namely the ceilin...
Lauan Ceiling Installation, Gather Firewood, Visit From Brother, Have a Meal By Fire - Visit 9, Pt 3
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It's been about 7 months since I made it to the cabin last, so it was about time! I was anxious to get going on a few things, namely the ceiling interior of the cabin and to check out the animal activity as well as the state of the local vegetation. There's always more work to do out here, and prioritizing is the name of the game. This visit I accomplish many things, but in this specific episod...
DIY Pool Noodle Kayak Rack, Espresso, Campfire Chicken Meal- Visit 9, Pt 2
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It's been about 7 months since I made it to the cabin last, so it was about time! I was anxious to get going on a few things, namely the ceiling interior of the cabin and to check out the animal activity as well as the state of the local vegetation. There's always more work to do out here, and prioritizing is the name of the game. This visit I accomplish many things, but in this specific episod...
Arrival to Cabin, Wood Stove Warm-Up, and Steak & Potato over Campfire- Visit 9, Pt 1
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It's been about 7 months since I made it to the cabin last, so it was about time! I was anxious to get going on a few things, namely the ceiling interior of the cabin and to check out the animal activity as well as the state of the local vegetation. There's always more work to do out here, and prioritizing is the name of the game. This visit I accomplish many things, but in this specific episod...
Coleman Oven Breakfast Biscuits + Coffee, Finish Interior Cedar Planking, Bid Farewell- visit 8, pt4
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I was finally able to make it back to the cabin for about 10 days after about a 1 year hiatus due to COVID issues and a new home purchase. There's always something to work on out here, and it's nice to break life down into some very simple, yet hard-working jobs. This visit I accomplish many things, but in this specific episode, I make breakfast biscuits in the Coleman camp oven stove combo and...
Chimney Repair, Woodshed Clean-up, Browning Buckmark .22 Test, Steak & Potatoes - visit 8, pt 3
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I was finally able to make it back to the cabin for about 10 days after about a 1 year hiatus due to COVID issues and a new home purchase. There's always something to work on out here, and it's nice to break life down into some very simple, yet hard-working jobs. This visit I accomplish many things, but in this specific episode, I repair our smokestack that took on some damage from a fallen tre...
Pulsar Generator Love, Campfire Burgers, Tongue and Groove Walls- visit 8, pt 3
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Pulsar Generator Love, Campfire Burgers, Tongue and Groove Walls- visit 8, pt 3
Morning Tea, Cedar Tongue and Groove Installation, and Trail Cam Photos, visit 8, pt 2
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Morning Tea, Cedar Tongue and Groove Installation, and Trail Cam Photos, visit 8, pt 2
Back at the cabin, General clean-up, Campfire ring install, Several good meals, visit 8, pt 1
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Back at the cabin, General clean-up, Campfire ring install, Several good meals, visit 8, pt 1
Nature Hike, Another Sunset, & Rainy Pack Out- Nordhouse Dunes 3 Night Solo Camp - Part 3/3
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Nature Hike, Another Sunset, & Rainy Pack Out- Nordhouse Dunes 3 Night Solo Camp - Part 3/3
Drone Test 2, Pebble Searching, Campfire Meals - Nordhouse Dunes 3 Night Solo Camp - Part 2/3
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Drone Test 2, Pebble Searching, Campfire Meals - Nordhouse Dunes 3 Night Solo Camp - Part 2/3
New Drone, Lake Michigan Swim, Steak & Potatoes, Sunset- Nordhouse Dunes 3 Night Solo Camp- Part 1/3
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New Drone, Lake Michigan Swim, Steak & Potatoes, Sunset- Nordhouse Dunes 3 Night Solo Camp- Part 1/3
A Day At The Lake, Mule Deer Visit, Camp Progress Review- COVID Cabin Getaway- visit 7, pt 5
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A Day At The Lake, Mule Deer Visit, Camp Progress Review- COVID Cabin Getaway- visit 7, pt 5
Well Water Upgrade, Wood Cutting, and a couple of good meals - COVID Cabin Getaway- visit 7, pt 4
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Well Water Upgrade, Wood Cutting, and a couple of good meals - COVID Cabin Getaway- visit 7, pt 4
Wood Laminate Installation, Blackberry Cornbread - COVID Cabin Getaway - visit 7, pt 3
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Wood Laminate Installation, Blackberry Cornbread - COVID Cabin Getaway - visit 7, pt 3
COVID Cabin Getaway- Finished Outdoor Kitchen/Gazebo, Live Edge Cedar- visit 7, pt 2
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COVID Cabin Getaway- Finished Outdoor Kitchen/Gazebo, Live Edge Cedar- visit 7, pt 2
Texas Camp Arrival, 8x8 Outdoor Kitchen/Gazebo Build- COVID Cabin Getaway- visit 7, pt 1
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Texas Camp Arrival, 8x8 Outdoor Kitchen/Gazebo Build- COVID Cabin Getaway- visit 7, pt 1
Solo Quarantine Dinner beside Grand River in Grand Rapids, MI
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Solo Quarantine Dinner beside Grand River in Grand Rapids, MI
Brothers Camp out on Christmas Eve in Nordhouse Dunes- Polar Plunge, Campfire Steak, Lake MI Views
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Brothers Camp out on Christmas Eve in Nordhouse Dunes- Polar Plunge, Campfire Steak, Lake MI Views
Morning Rain, Sourdough Grinder, Woodshed Cleaning, Pack-Up & Leave-Off Grid in Texas- visit 6, pt 4
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Morning Rain, Sourdough Grinder, Woodshed Cleaning, Pack-Up & Leave-Off Grid in Texas- visit 6, pt 4
DIY Murphy Bunk Beds, Camp Coffee, Trash Cleanup Walk- Off Grid in Texas- visit 6, pt 3
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DIY Murphy Bunk Beds, Camp Coffee, Trash Cleanup Walk- Off Grid in Texas- visit 6, pt 3
.44 Target Practice, Boar Hunt, Outdoor Shower Roof, Campfire Food- Off Grid in Texas- visit 6, pt 2
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.44 Target Practice, Boar Hunt, Outdoor Shower Roof, Campfire Food- Off Grid in Texas- visit 6, pt 2
can't chop wood, can't cook a steak. stay home amazon camper
I have a long rope on my sled it also has 1/2 inch pvc with the rope through it for a handle. its 3 ft long and makes a arch when pulled next to the waist or chest. walking in sand and snow is a work out. very nice trip. and I like this tarp kit
@@WillieMakeit when you say 1/2" pvc, just over your front for pulling, or along the side ropes between you and the sled to maintain consistent distance between you and sled? I've considered trying that if so..
@@MTCOutdoors in front for me for better grip. PEX tubing is better material in my option. the long gun rail tubes running back to the sled, rope threaded through both sides always help to to stop the sliding and jerking. dog with a correct harness and a long teather helps to. they like to work.
I’m about to go camping there this upcoming weekend… did you bring any wood with you or was this found on the site?
@katrinasymons649 it's pretty picked over, but deeper in the woods or on the trail on the way you could probably snap some dead branches off
@@MTCOutdoors thanks (:
One of the best rivers to paddle. 😎
How was the parking situation? Did you park at Lake Michigan rec area ? Or Nurnberg parking? I’m headed there this weekend! Thanks in advance, good video !
Nurnberg parking lot, and if that's full, then it's free on one side of the dirt road leading in. I've never seen that entirely full, but I suppose it's possible. If you do have to park on the road and have more than 1 person going, it's nice to go through the lot and drop your stuff off near the trail before parking. Good luck!
@@MTCOutdoors thanks so much! Awesome videos !
What a beautiful location for a cabin! And looks like you guys have great fun too!
Thank you, it is a nice & private area!
Yeah , that was a good trip to celebrate my 70th. birthday with the boys with lots of good memories at the cabin !!
I have that same tent and stove. I hate where Onetigris cuts the jack holes out too big. I see you redid yours cutting it like a pizza instead of a 4 inch hole. Love these snow vids I'm in Florida it's almost 80 degrees.
Ya, redid that and then made a clear vinyl section that can be used for the 2nd hole, which adds some natural light. Ya, not much for snow down there..
Just found your channel and subscribed. Greetings from Ontario. I have the same tent and love it. Thanx for the video. Love those night shots
Greetings and thanks for watching! It is a great tent for the 💰.
I have gone there during the summer for quite a few years now. Always wondered if the roads were plowed for hot tent camping. Looking forward to it. Just godda buy a sled first. Got a good tent and stove I've used for years. Thanks for the video
Thanks for watching! Ya, never had a nice issue with the road or lot being plowed, even with a little Civic.
Lol. Northern Montana boy myself. Lets just say I'm headed for 60 years of age. Went sleddding at the lake with cousins, nieces and nephews a couple years ago. Went off a jump and landed on a rock. Broken tailbone but it was still a blast. Love the video. I have the same stove. No complaints.
Oof, ya that sounds like a pretty rough landing, harder to bounce back the older we get, lol. Ya, that stove is just right for a smaller tent, although had to add a little more seal for the door.
Thanks! Nice video...Did you hang your food or keep it in canisters? Want to keep the animals out!
Ya, I use pretty thick dry bags for the food and trash, then hang them in trees a bit away from the tent area.
Thanks! Love camping but have never done winter camping. From Muskegon originally so this is right up my alley. Looking at Pomoly Circle 6 tent and a Winnerwell stove.
@@danieldondit1776 Nice! That seems like it'd be a nice setup!
Not worried about bears over that way? I’m working myself up to try camping solo like this, more towards east northern mich, and I’m sooooo worried about bears coming in at night because of the food. Especially in the spring time… Any tips?
Been going random seasons for the last 15 years or so and have never seen or had any issues with bear, but they could be around. I always hang my food on a tree outside of the camp, have seen raccoons go for it before.
I like this design just because it diesnt require any welding. Most people use steel angle iron to built these.
Ya, this is still a little on the heavy side, but not compared to angle iron!
You say Nordhouse dunes are 3 hours north? They're about 2 hours north from me. That's a cool spot! Great video.
It is such a great spot! Thanks for watching!
Great vid!! Quick question where did you get that stove jack window!?!? I have the same tent and it gave me two regular stove jack pieces and I went on Amazon to see if I can purchase one and I can't find it anywhere!...TIA! happy hot tenting! 🤠👍
Hey, thanks! As far as that window, it was custom. I just picked up some clear vinyl, similar to this but cheaper locally, and bought a bit of velcro and cut to size. It works great and ya, it's great getting more natural light inside. Good luck! www.amazon.com/Fabric-Double-Polished-Outdoor-Marine/dp/B06WWHB2BQ/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1CFW7GAQIM8IE&keywords=20+gauge+clear+vinyl&qid=1699309746&sprefix=20+gauge+clear+vinyl%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-4
Ahhh! Well done! Looks perfectly made! And yes the little lighting buto be nice to peek out every now and then without having to open the zipper lol I'm going to have to make it like you did thanks again!
Chop cook,chop cook, but small times in between, ok nice
Yes, lots of fire and food to help make more comfortable out there!
Why did you leave your bacon on your stove way after it was done while you ate some? I bet you burned it. Great clip. I feel hot tenting in Winter will be better than burning up in the Summer. I'll probably burn up in the tent but I can go outside where it's cold. I know you have to vent excess heat many times. It's frequently hard to cool down in the Summer. Portable rechargeable misting fans work quite well from what I'm told. I'd still rather camp in the freezing snowy weather and warm up in the tent. Cooling off is too easy in the Winter.
I like bacon in most forms, as long as it's cooked :P
Great video looks like you had a great time. Next time use the saw to cut wood, an ax increases the chance of an injury substantial. I like the use of the mats on the floor. 😊👍
Thanks. Ya, I brought a small foldable saw, but it's just not as fun!
Where did you get all the poles from?
Extendable flag poles on Amazon, but I'd recommend something more sturdy if windy, even tree branches
link doesn't work. Everyone links to that same DIY network page but there's nothing there. Would love to actually have some plans to follow to build something like this.
They did work for years, not sure who or why they took them down..
So cool 💪💪
Heading out there this weekend and would love to find a spot like this. Did you just go left from the main trail and walk the tree line until you found it? Or did you walk the dunes/beach until you found it? Thanks!
Ya, you can read the lay of the land a little better if you walk the treeline/dunes, although it's a little more arduous than the beach. Shoot left when the trail spills out into the beach. The further you go, the more privacy you'll probably have.
@@MTCOutdoors thanks man!!
Hai. Can I edit your videos pls?
What do you mean?
Hai. Can I edit your videos pls?
What do you mean?
I needed to watch this. This quality of winterwilderness hot tent camping, sufficiently long, and pleasure to watch. Thanks 🔥🎍🍵 🎉
Thanks for watching!!
Cool vid, I like that you talk and describe what you see. The other guys that just do silent camping just seems weird that they don't say anything
Thanks for the comment/input. I sometimes think I drabble on too much, but good to hear it's appreciated too!
That is looking awesome! 👏 Redundancy Plan, luv it!
Great job on the shower! Very innovative!
Looks like some good campfire nachos!!!!
Will definitely be making these again!
Dang, and I thought I was going deep when we used the auger to make the holes for Jenny's trees! Great video, guys!
I never go hiking without a bulky cutting board, a folding table and a small fan to move the hot air inside the tent. I also carry my IKEA coach and my 50'' TV screen when I'm not concerned about struggling with extra weight...
Haha... ya, you can go as simple or as crazy as you want. There is a lot of trial and error involved when figuring things out and to each their own..
@@MTCOutdoors Just kidding, mate. I hear what you say and, on a serious note, after dozens of 4-5 days hiking routes, every time I take off I still struggle with the million dollar question: "more comfort at camp" vs "the pain of carrying excess weight". Guess/hope one day I'll find the right balance. Nice video, BTW =)
I ordered Gstove including 17 items April 28 2020. Order No: 100 3089. Receipt No; 5174-2548-3554-0073. I received 1st shipping 8 items April 2021. But Gstove does not make shipment until now. I do not receive 9 items. Gstove doesn't keep the promise. Gstove is bad company. 🤣
下次可以喝台灣的烏龍茶!也是挺好喝的,請問這是在哪個國家?
Thank you, I may try that tea! This is in Michigan in the USA.
Nice camping and the scenery is magic.At 48.00 minutes I noticed you have a very untidy tent. Need to organise your tent better to have a cosy place.
Very cool! I really appreciate the daring people who manage in nature, with extreme limits. Congratulations and respect !
Thanks for watching and for the kind words!
Loved it. Going to watch more.
Thanks!
Thanks for sharing
Absolutely. Thanks for watching!
Good job buddy keep them coming 👍
Thanks for watching!
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I absolutely loved the tent, the video quality and most of all the adventure.. Awesome, I can't wait to start watching your past videos..
Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it!
We should really get the water tested sometime just to see really how good/bad it is
22:20 Western cottonmouth
Yeah I can be kind of cool in there... having it rain and then with the thunder and lightning!! 👍
Definitely, especially on a tin roof!
Few nice bucks in the last couple photos there!!!
Boy that's a nice buck!!! And a lot of HOGS!!!
Ya, that feeder sure is a popular place!
I'd like a brownie 22 also.... that's a real nice gun!!
Shoots straighter than an arrow too!
Looks like you had a pretty peaceful stay out there in East Texas ...near Mount Pleasant ,Texas. 👍
Don't you just love it when you get to camp after not being there for a while.... That was a good dinner, Enjoy that peaceful sleep.
Definitely nice to come back to a cabin and get warm and cozy! It amazes me how little one needs to feel satisfied.
Hi, I see you have both model of the explorer. Is there any difference between those two? I also have the newer model and I heard the material it's not as good as in the old one.
The material in both of ours was the same and held up quite well. I haven't checked out the latest version so I'm not sure on if they changed it..