How to Build a Floating Shelter - [Bushcraft Project]

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  • The Bear Essentials Step by Step Guide To Building a Floating Shelter for Camping, Bushcraft, Survival, or just for fun!
    It has a raised bed, woven with Paracord - and strong frame to keep you floating off the ground.
    The Knot tying Kit I made is available HERE if you'd like to support the channel and get one of your own!
    bearessentialsoutdoors.ca/pro...
    Or on AMAZON USA:
    www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4J4BKB?...
    Your friend,
    DJ
    #shelterbuild #survival #bushcraft
    ══════*Knot Tying Tutorials*═══════
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    THE BOWLINE: (KING OF KNOTS):
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    THE BELLRINGER / REMOTE RELEASE KNOT:
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    The CONSTRICTOR HITCH
    • "World's MOST DANGEROU...
    The CANADIAN JAM KNOT + QUICK RELEASE:
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    The CLOVE HITCH:
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    THE DOUBLE FISHERMAN'S BEND
    • How To Securely Tie 2 ...
    The Prusik Hitch:
    • The Worlds Most Reliab...
    The ROLLING HITCH:
    • Do you know this Campi...
    The SHEET Bend:
    • Easily Connect Two Rop...
    ThHE TAUT LINE HITCH:
    • The BEST Camping Knot,...
    TRUCKERS HITCH - AUTO LOCKING
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  • @hdrvman
    @hdrvman 2 місяці тому +13

    I put the kit with large cards in my Amazon cart !!! I received my walnut buck saw and case a few months ago and absolutely love the fact I can carry my Gransfors SFA together!!! Fantastic saw and case that will become a Family Heirloom !!!

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +3

      You are AWESOME! Thanks so much for the support and the kind words. Im glad you got a saw while I still am making them. I think August will be the day I craft my final saw. Feels amazing to make items that will be passed on for who knows how many generations!
      -Your friend,
      DJ

    • @noog8756
      @noog8756 2 місяці тому +3

      @@TheBearEssentials Nooo! Why the final saw? Before I had a chance to get one!

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +1

      @@noog8756I still have a few months of going through my remaining “roughs” so you can technically still get one. But I’m mainly interested in developing more camping innovations and items, takes a lot of my time to handcraft the saws so I’ll have more time to dedicate to videos and new items

    • @DavJumps
      @DavJumps 2 місяці тому +1

      @@TheBearEssentials I'd imagine teaching your skills to an apprentice to eventually take over the manufacturing for you may not serve the goal of freeing up more time for you in the near term; but might serve well later on if it keeps you from having to periodically downsize your growing product line as you move on to developing and introducing new and more personally rewarding innovations?

  • @TheBearEssentials
    @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +3

    Thx for the overwhelming support everyone! You all are the best!!!
    Knot Kits to support the channel are here -
    AMAZON: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4J4BKB?maas=maas_adg_97509F8C72EF4B0621284CA42F0CD705_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas
    My WEBSITE: bearessentialsoutdoors.ca/products/bear-essentials-knot-tying-card-best-camping-knots-edition

  • @WoodsboundOutdoors
    @WoodsboundOutdoors 2 місяці тому +1

    That's awesome.. peaceful looking area too

  • @les3449
    @les3449 2 місяці тому +10

    I have been watching bush craft videos for a while and as the others I subscribed to are good, your's are better in that you are a natural teacher and cover all aspects of what you are doing in a very concise manner. Thank you!

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +6

      Thank you so so much for saying this. Very nice of you. Il continue making them!

    • @les3449
      @les3449 2 місяці тому

      @@TheBearEssentials please do!

  • @NoelGutierrezA
    @NoelGutierrezA Місяць тому +1

    Wonderful idea!!! it looks very comfortable!!!

  • @OutdoorLearners
    @OutdoorLearners 2 місяці тому

    Love the editing and content

  • @db.mc2
    @db.mc2 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks DJ! 👊🏻👍🏻 God Bless 🙏🏻 Appreciate you brother!

  • @maxb4837
    @maxb4837 2 місяці тому +2

    Great video!

  • @LunarEclipsism1
    @LunarEclipsism1 2 місяці тому +4

    I recieved a Bear Essentials Carrying Sling for my birthday recently and it's the most enthused I've been about any piece of gear in ages. I may not have the fancy swedish axes and handmade bucksaws, but being able to carry my camp axe and my large folding saw in one unit is so thrilling. Love these videos and love the products DJ makes. Much obliged.

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +2

      Thank you so so much for the kind words. Can’t tell you how glad I am to hear this, thx for taking the time to write and it’s a true pleasure to make gear for people who appreciate it!!

    • @LunarEclipsism1
      @LunarEclipsism1 2 місяці тому

      @@TheBearEssentials cheers, mate, thanks for all the stellar work you do!

  • @dna2gether
    @dna2gether 2 місяці тому

    DJ I can’t tell you how incredible these knots have been to me! I learned then then forgot them. I have just now ordered the tin card large size. Their not going to get to me till Thursday! WHAT? Crazy! I’ve got an easy return that’s going back. But first I’ve GOT TOGet Up in the Morning! Thank you for those cards before they get here anyways.

  • @averagejim6424
    @averagejim6424 2 місяці тому

    This is my favorite channel. Great stuff. Thanks for sharing your Knowledge with us DJ!

  • @chrisconklin8085
    @chrisconklin8085 2 місяці тому +3

    DJ, great video. I received my knot tying kit - love it. Perfect size to fit in my small EDC bag. The cards are a great help so I will always be able to refer back in case I forget how to tie a particular knot. Knowing the application and capabilities of various cordage types is important, glad you touched on that! It will help me avoid a face full of dirt and pine needles!

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +2

      Chris!!! Thanks so much man!!
      I’ll be featuring a bunch of the knots from the kit in upcoming vids to show more of where I use em for anyone who has the kit.
      Also, will be launching my own cordage soon so people can get some trustworthy stuff.
      Thx for taking the time to comment here and ofcourse your support!! Means a lot brother

  • @bluwtrgypsy
    @bluwtrgypsy 2 місяці тому +3

    Another wonderfully helpful video. Thank you, DJ. You're the best.

  • @Eindkaas
    @Eindkaas 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for putting this together!

  • @nelistheron83
    @nelistheron83 2 місяці тому +2

    Awesome vid bud!

  • @spiritwhispers667
    @spiritwhispers667 6 днів тому

    brilliant

  • @bluesquidny
    @bluesquidny 2 місяці тому

    The graphic showing what a ridgeline is, was very helpful. I also like how slow and deliberately you talk.I like the idea of laying on the ground to ensure its long enough, especially if going through all this trouble because the ground is wet.

  • @umarae27
    @umarae27 2 місяці тому +1

    Wonderful!!!

  • @Stevej2013
    @Stevej2013 2 місяці тому +1

    Brilliant. Cheers

  • @felix-eeee
    @felix-eeee 2 місяці тому

    thanks DJ, always happy to learn new things, I am also planning on buying one of your foraging pouches, you're awesome

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +1

      Awesome, thank you!!! If you want it as just a side pouch or to atatch in a canoe etc then the snap ones are best - but for holding an axe on the side - go for the rivet one!

    • @felix-eeee
      @felix-eeee 2 місяці тому

      @@TheBearEssentials I got the snaps, that way it connects to molle webbing and it's easy to take on and off, thanks for the advice

  • @magicworldbyjorg
    @magicworldbyjorg 2 місяці тому +1

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +1

      Thank you very much Jörg!!

    • @magicworldbyjorg
      @magicworldbyjorg 2 місяці тому

      @@TheBearEssentials Thank you very mutch... have a nice day.... see you…. Greetings Jörg

  • @HendrickGaming
    @HendrickGaming 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for the great info brother

  • @dhruvjadon1367
    @dhruvjadon1367 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for the video. The step to step breakdown of forming the shelter is really good. I would like to see more videos like this.

  • @tinolamartini
    @tinolamartini 2 місяці тому +1

    Nice dj. I found an x-pac tarp and very nice. I made all my ridgeline and prusik knots pre made already. Thanks great vid

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому

      Good stuff! That's definitely the best way Ive found to setup tarps with ridgelines like that!

  • @JohnBurdette-or7if
    @JohnBurdette-or7if 2 місяці тому +1

    I like it.

  • @BuildacampJohnny
    @BuildacampJohnny 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this one, I will use it as an experience to survive in the jungle.🥰❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @debluetailfly
    @debluetailfly 2 місяці тому +1

    Interesting design! The video title reminds me of the Deerslayer by James Fenimore Cooper. A man built a floating cabin. Probably a fantasy at that time, but it made for a good story.

  • @somethingnonsense5389
    @somethingnonsense5389 Місяць тому

    i know.. it is a bit of nitpicking.. but i have a tip for you on that square lashing: you start with the clove hitch, then rotate that clove hitch so the crossing of the hitch is on the side and the rope points straight up (or: straight to the other log) . then you start with the 'over', straight up. That way, you do not have a diagonal anywhere (visible at 2:34), which is a cause of the square lashing to work itself loose. And while going under the bottom log with the rope, make sure to tuck the end under the rope, so that first clove hitch can't work itself loose either.

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  23 дні тому

      Fantastic point! This is a great observation. Thank you!

  • @DavJumps
    @DavJumps 2 місяці тому +1

    I want to see you kicking ass on survival and shelter building on Survivor. I can't think of anyone more fit to dominate that show technically, physically, and socially. Send in your application and bring home a million bucks, brother.

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +1

      Haha I’m afraid I would lose as I’m not great at scheming etc. I may win the actual challenges!! But I’d probs get voted off pretty fast if I lost one

    • @DavJumps
      @DavJumps 2 місяці тому +1

      @@TheBearEssentials They tend to vote off the annoying and unproductive around camp first. Doesn't strike me you'd be the former, and you certainly wouldn't be the latter. You'd probably only be at risk of being voted off early if the others all started thinking you'd inevitably win if they didn't get rid of you while they had the chance.

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому

      @@DavJumpshey maybe I’ll give applying a shot then :) have you ever applied?

  • @Sillyrat_e
    @Sillyrat_e 2 місяці тому

    Ok I’m ready for everything: good place, trees, woods, strings, blankets. So just send me a DJ so I can sleep on my shelter.

  • @robintheoutside
    @robintheoutside 2 місяці тому +1

    Another killer video, thanks for sharing DJ. Question, in Step 4 you suggest UHWMPE Rope. Would bank line be durable enough for a support in this situation?

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому +1

      Hey Rob, Bankline generally is made of twisted Nylon - so it will have some level of stretch - but will work better than paracord for the hang part. You will likely have to angle the slope of the shelter up on a 45 so it stretches down to flat haha.. I dont know forsure though as I havent tested it out personally..
      Just make sure your bankline is #96 or #120, not the thin #36 stuff thats common ( just because the higher numbers have a higher tensile strength closer to 1000lbs)

    • @robintheoutside
      @robintheoutside 2 місяці тому

      @@TheBearEssentials ya, I have #36 and I believe a #34??? So I'll definitely be checking out the UHWMPE!! Thanks brother!!

  • @forendetta8164
    @forendetta8164 2 місяці тому +1

    How do you tie the knot to put up a tarp and hammock please. I see several kinds on youtube, but never the easiest one😉 thank you, you for video.

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому

      Hey! thats the Taut Line hitch - you can see it on my tarp setup video HERE:
      ua-cam.com/video/XU4BOCX6eh4/v-deo.html
      For a hammock, you can use a Bowline on one side if you wanted check out my other knot vids for that

    • @forendetta8164
      @forendetta8164 2 місяці тому

      Oh yes, thank you very munch 😉👍🏻

  • @duckrivermama66
    @duckrivermama66 2 місяці тому +1

    👁👁 Cool.

  • @DiabloOutdoors
    @DiabloOutdoors Місяць тому

    Another good production as usual :D
    BTW, when are you going to make a crap video so I can seriously trash at you? :P
    On a side note, few things I'd do different just to maximize the setup: I'll notch both branches at the intersection to make it stronger and reduce stress on the knots. And ....and.. well... that's it. heh
    As for the cordage, I was thinking that DCF cordage might be less slippery. But much more pricier so not worth it tho.
    Stay safe in the woods
    P.S. 6:04 to 6:09 "I'm not crashing, I'm alive! Woaaa".. Pricless ;)

  • @AZ-kp2gq
    @AZ-kp2gq 2 місяці тому +3

    💚💚💚🙏

  • @mindtheprivacy
    @mindtheprivacy 2 місяці тому +1

    One friend one time, built his bed above ground to avoid critters and woke up to hundreds of fire ants eating him alive

  • @ssss-zg2ym
    @ssss-zg2ym 2 місяці тому +1

    Amaizing idea that you for sharing your knowledge with us.❤

  • @ssss-zg2ym
    @ssss-zg2ym 2 місяці тому +1

    Amazing knowledge you have really wow. Thank you really thank you you are amazing ❤

    • @TheBearEssentials
      @TheBearEssentials  2 місяці тому

      You are so welcome thank you for the nice comment!!