HOMELESS BACKPACKER GEAR LOADOUT/WHAT I CARRY DAILY TO SURVIVE THE STREETS

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  • Опубліковано 2 лис 2018
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  • @jarheadlabrador3190
    @jarheadlabrador3190 4 роки тому +223

    Im a Survivalist and an Outdoors Person and a Military Veteran. I encourage this young man to get some Military Grade Gear if he can. I can tell he is Homeless as he is doing odds and ends to make his money to purchase gear. He seems like a well educated and well manered young man. Bless him

    • @ziggypop4768
      @ziggypop4768 2 роки тому +1

      Yes I've had mummy bag stolen. Just the outside shell was all I had anyways. But it kept me dry few days of constant rain. Us army type. Gets condensation build up . Have to make sure you open let breath. Dries almost instant . Soon I got a sun break I dry it out and good 👍 matter of maybe an hour or so . I use some item of military . Not all but some. Ty g we can opener.. the p er 25 ? If u keep it on a chain concealed , I was told it's a felony. Ie the small can opener.

    • @JourneyWithAustin
      @JourneyWithAustin Рік тому +6

      What military grade gear do you suggest please. I'm homeless in Florida

    • @dbpm876
      @dbpm876 Рік тому +9

      Just because its military doesn't mean it's good!

    • @CanadianMapleleaf
      @CanadianMapleleaf Рік тому +3

      Thank you for you service and your good soul. We need to care for each other.

    • @necromancer6405
      @necromancer6405 Рік тому

      @@dbpm876 Military means made in excess.

  • @petver5259
    @petver5259 5 років тому +158

    Im disappointed and sorry for the negative haters in the comments who have no idea about your struggles and way of living. You try to make the best to improve your life circumstances. I subbed. Take care!

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +27

      It's ok I have fun with the haters, they help the channel too, and the positivity far outweighs the negatives so it's all good. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SUBBING ALSO!

    • @armorvestrus6882
      @armorvestrus6882 4 роки тому +12

      That is true He said, he was homeless and never complained or blamed anyone. Why would anyone judge a man like that. Jesus Christ, was also a homeless man and he changed the world.

    • @jasonst.germain2645
      @jasonst.germain2645 3 роки тому +1

      Try hard like your family would like.Do all to make u happy.

    • @Grizzly907LA
      @Grizzly907LA 3 роки тому +2

      He's a pothead who chooses to be homeless...no mercy.

    • @peterpiper487
      @peterpiper487 3 роки тому +2

      Hmmm, I haven't seen any negative comments. I see a lot of people wishing him well and giving advice to make things easier. It's up to him to use them or not. He is a free and valued person.

  • @cenaculum1
    @cenaculum1 2 роки тому +47

    This young man is in survival mode all the time... the way he continually scans the area... impressive. Thanks!

  • @glorialovesChrist
    @glorialovesChrist 4 роки тому +43

    Thanks for your info. Most are one paycheck from the streets ourselves.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +11

      Yea it's a big problem for lots of people, I hope you'll subscribe and check out my other videos if your interested in this stuff, thanks!

    • @johnkimball5872
      @johnkimball5872 3 роки тому +4

      Buy a van or truck with camper

    • @christieogdenadventures
      @christieogdenadventures 3 роки тому +8

      @@johnkimball5872 easier said than done. You need money to buy a vehicle and then more to insure and plate the vehicle. Fuel to run make it run

    • @johnkimball5872
      @johnkimball5872 3 роки тому +2

      @@christieogdenadventures true but you can allways panhandle for gas and extra money or work part time for cash. Gotta have a positive attitude or you wont have anything. My trucks broke down and I'm broke but you still gotta figure it out.

    • @bethanyleonalemleykottonqu7570
      @bethanyleonalemleykottonqu7570 3 роки тому +2

      Those who on ssi is at this risk if prices and bills keep going up ssi recipients to going be force into homeless

  • @dorawilliams4628
    @dorawilliams4628 4 роки тому +56

    I am glad I see this, because I might be homeless one day, u Never no.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +8

      I hope you never are

    • @CoDeMiTri
      @CoDeMiTri 4 роки тому +4

      @Robert Crawford III Wilson I'm packing up myself too.. luckily I have a car to stay in but I gotta figure out gas money so I don't freeze at night..good luck to both of us I guess.

    • @teaddub
      @teaddub 3 роки тому +4

      I'm trying to ride my bike around to all 48 contiguous states. I got 1000 miles, had a heart attack. Then my bike got stolen. I'm rebuilding my kit. Now, though, I need an electric bike, solar panel and battery to get to the remaining 45 states.

    • @wasubeef372
      @wasubeef372 3 роки тому

      @@teaddub Thats one long journey. Hope you make it!

  • @steveshea6148
    @steveshea6148 4 роки тому +23

    A couple sheets of cardboard is an amazing sleeping pad in a crunch Great idea to have the pillow. Makes a huuuuge difference in sleep comfort.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +7

      Yes it really does, I loves mah pillow

    • @dustycover3015
      @dustycover3015 2 роки тому +2

      What helped me was cardboard, folded sweater as a pillow and my backpack to cuddle with. I know it sounds cheesy cuddling my pack but it actually helped my back alot. I didn't wake up with back pain once I started doing that.

  • @nicktheavatar_
    @nicktheavatar_ Рік тому +12

    I’m really considering this lifestyle by choice, so thanks for posting this! No one else is really out here posting this kind of content too

    • @claytonclaymagic
      @claytonclaymagic 8 місяців тому +3

      i been thinking about it also, its like nature is calling out to me, as if the same old city life is not for me, i just wanna know how to start and then work up the bravery to start a new journey

    • @Tyradius
      @Tyradius 7 місяців тому +1

      Been wanting to pull a My Side of the Mountain since I was a kid and watched the movie. Now I'm getting ready for it finally myself. Good luck on your journey. 😊

    • @scoon2117
      @scoon2117 6 місяців тому +1

      U guys still going through with it? Im about to up and leave everything and just explore, survive.

    • @nicktheavatar_
      @nicktheavatar_ 6 місяців тому

      @@scoon2117 I went a different route and did WWOOFing instead! I’m staying on a farm and working on the land 20 hrs a week to stay here. They give you a little private spot to stay (glamping). Highly recommend to my nomad friends!

    • @nicktheavatar_
      @nicktheavatar_ 6 місяців тому

      @@scoon2117 lmk how your journey goes 🙏🏻

  • @nortfishlsweetnr6026
    @nortfishlsweetnr6026 4 роки тому +32

    I was homeless as a child and have never been able to take having a home for granted, rents in L.A. have more than doubled in the time we’ve live in our rent control apartment, if anything happened? so this is a regular thought exercise for me with the added complications that come with being female. I’m always thinking about what minimal gear and technology would best serve me or anyone else. I appreciate videos like this. I’ve also watched a lot of backpacking and van build videos.

    • @jonahtwhale1779
      @jonahtwhale1779 2 роки тому

      What are the complications of being female? Men are raped just as often as women, more men are murdered or assaulted than women. Men are 3xpected to defend themselves, whereas people come to women's defence.

    • @fredflintstone6163
      @fredflintstone6163 Рік тому +1

      As a survival instructor thirty years I have taught classes on shopping for gear in trash cans that can be used to make survival things trash bags cardboard plastic containers then tin cans wood any fabric old clothes wow the great resource 🤔🤣😆

    • @fredflintstone6163
      @fredflintstone6163 Рік тому +1

      A soda bottle filled with hot water will help keep sleeping bag warm

    • @CanadianMapleleaf
      @CanadianMapleleaf Рік тому +2

      I guess it doesn't matter who you are male/female or where you live to have to live with those same thoughts. Governments have destroyed our world and we are going to have to scramble to stay alive....good luck to you in life, really hope you have faith.

    • @rozakhan2811
      @rozakhan2811 Рік тому

      Mee too girl!!

  • @hzsiri9441
    @hzsiri9441 4 роки тому +54

    I'm homeless in Turkey, it's really hard to get those stuff since it costs a lot of money. I am trying to collect money to buy those stuff though..

    • @gustavo_fernandez227
      @gustavo_fernandez227 3 роки тому +2

      Buy solid fuel tablets for a fire , you can warm water with this. Stay away from people . And try to get a job.

    • @y.p.4490
      @y.p.4490 3 роки тому +5

      Well your english is grate, so maybe you could pic up a couple tutoring jobs and if you have access to internet and a webcam you could tutor english speakers in Turkish.
      Best of luck😁

    • @myazzizonfyr
      @myazzizonfyr 3 роки тому +4

      you don;t need money mate, you need someone to teach you a way of living that don't make you a slave to society and its slave wages for survival.
      i recommend using youtube too :
      1)learn to build a small log cabin ( one only needs ten by ten building to live comfortable), a big one is too hard to heat and keep warm on winter nights!
      2) learn how to make a stone fire place it will definitely keep you warm at night but make sure you have enough firewood.
      3)learn how to plant a garden and forage food plus storage.
      head for the woods...i wouldn't recommend belgrad forest as you know its patrolled and too close to istanbul...!
      i recommend either Yenice forest or the dacta Bozburun peninsula .
      there you will have the freedom you require to build a dedicated home and secure it away from prying eyes who would use your isolation to make you a target.
      good luck mate and may your travels be safe and stimulating!
      from an equally homeless person in an equally hostile country

    • @BitcoinNewsTodayLive
      @BitcoinNewsTodayLive 3 роки тому +1

      @@gustavo_fernandez227 Why would assume he doesn't have a job?

    • @discordgod9066
      @discordgod9066 3 роки тому

      @@y.p.4490 That's ignorant asf stop that. Don't give out ignorant advice.

  • @scott9494
    @scott9494 4 роки тому +28

    I'm proud of you keep fighting...

  • @medicalboneR
    @medicalboneR 2 роки тому +9

    20 yrs old and I’m about to be homeless today in a Las Vegas winter,
    thankful for all the info u gave in this video,
    Wish me luck everyone

    • @garyhost1830
      @garyhost1830 Рік тому

      Hope ya doing well bro. How is your situation now?

    • @medicalboneR
      @medicalboneR Рік тому

      @@garyhost1830 my mindset has definitely improved I’m doing well,
      I’m just houseless
      HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS
      Regardless if I’m inside 4 walls,
      I’ve really realized that materialistic possessions don’t make me valuable.
      THE THINGS I SOW is what makes me valuable.
      I been planting seeds here and there and I’m just waiting for the sun to make ‘em grow :)
      BUT REGARDLESS THANK YOU FOR ASKING
      RANDOM KIND PERSON THE INTERNET.
      YOURE A BLESSING

    • @garyhost1830
      @garyhost1830 Рік тому +1

      @@medicalboneR great to hear your finding what important to you. Your a legend dude, keep pushing on

    • @kickback14
      @kickback14 Рік тому

      Are you still good? I need an update

  • @polovt9511
    @polovt9511 3 роки тому +19

    Thank you so much for this my sister who is a narcissist who keeps threatening me to kick me out because I don't have a job. And forcing me to learn how to drive but I wasn't ready and im 25 yrs old and im mentally disabled. But to her she thinks everyone learns the same.. (she's small minded) Been selling alot of my things but wasn't enough. So I am glad I found your video just to be prepared!

    • @polovt9511
      @polovt9511 2 роки тому +4

      Just a update she is kicking me out and I am glad I found your video to know how to survive on the streets. Thank you. 😊

    • @WitchOnABroomstick
      @WitchOnABroomstick Рік тому

      @@polovt9511 how are you doing now?

    • @oatjuice5921
      @oatjuice5921 Рік тому

      @@WitchOnABroomstick hes posting videos
      im pretty sure this is bs

    • @KristinaKarina
      @KristinaKarina Рік тому +1

      I was homeless - first, I never camped out in the cities, cities are death (unless, you have to stay close to your crack supply; I'm not a crackhead).
      Next, I have self-pride: I made poor choices in staying in a relationship too long; that doesn't mean I have to be filthy. Soap is cheap! And you can get supplies and hygiene materials for free from homeless centers.
      Also, they come to the libraries everyday - stinks so bad and I would never bring a child there. You can't stand to stay there very long.
      If you can spend time taking up space on the computers, then you could at least look up self-composting toilets. I made one out of a repurposed bucket, and some pet litter. Didn't stink, deposited my poo in an appropriate receptacle.
      And, Take an f^cking bath!!! Gym memberships are cheap, and I had a beach pass - so I could be there during the day legally and take advantage of the utilities. Most homeless centers offer access to toilets and showers everyday.
      My clothes were clean, I never panhandled (I got a restaurant job very close to my campsite so I could eat for free at least once a day), and frankly, you wouldn't even know I was homeless.
      I had Mental Health challenges, and a little bit of a drinking problem (until I got into a homeless shelter for the winter. You can't consume substances in a homeless shelter).
      So, b.s. on all the bleeding hearts, " The government should do something". NO! People should be responsible for themselves.
      Welcome to my TED talk, and thank you for reading.

  • @jeanlacroix5347
    @jeanlacroix5347 5 років тому +17

    Really really thanks.
    May God bless you in all your needs.
    Amen

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +4

      He already blessing me, and thank you for being so kind

  • @ForsakenHannah
    @ForsakenHannah 4 роки тому +17

    I'm homeless living in Vancouver Canada, The City of lights as some say.
    this really helps me
    thank you
    god bless

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +5

      Thanks for watching, I wish you well and hope you find a place asap. It gets pretty cold in canada doesn't it?

    • @frankihatch
      @frankihatch 4 роки тому

      Are u still homeless?

    • @djzrobzombie2813
      @djzrobzombie2813 3 роки тому

      Hey are you still homeless ? In Vancouver

  • @leviholt205
    @leviholt205 4 роки тому +31

    I’m 17 years of age and I love camping and things I think this is really great and this will help me with my camping skills and how to back my bag and I’m sure it will help others too, thank you bro keep travelling and I wish you all the best in life 💙

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +4

      Thanks for watching, check out some of my newer videos I have alot more wilderness related camping videos with lots of tips

  • @joannekeefe426
    @joannekeefe426 2 роки тому +4

    If you knock the homeless you knock Jesus himself and the apostles as he was always running from soldier, modern day police, and relying on the kindness of others to put them up and traveling alot. So his descendants end up like him. GOD bless you and all the Homeless. I guess your home is in Heaven

  • @jamesolivito4374
    @jamesolivito4374 3 роки тому +7

    The hardest thing is worrying others will steal your stuff. I rember my mom telling me when she was a a child she was homeless for a while back in the 40's . Her mom had run off and her dad died in the coal mines . Her brother was taking care of her best he could but they lived in the woods . That had to be hard . People were different back then , it seems today there are a lot more people with bad intentions .
    I've been homeless a time or 2 , but its like its just waiting for me . I'm 58 now it will be tougher . The physical part is tough but I suffer from depression and the mental is just as hard .
    In the future I believe there will be more people homeless than with homes . It was like that in the past , maybe we have come full circle .
    Best wishes to you . Stay safe keep warm , and know you are not alone .

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  3 роки тому +3

      I had everything I owned of value stolen from me multiple times while homeless, it sucks, and if you are already struggling with depression it's even worse. It really teaches you not to value possessions though, which I think is good.

  • @daltonparker7792
    @daltonparker7792 3 роки тому +5

    I’m a homeless traveler, and currently I’m in Fort Worth Texas, but in about a week I will be in fort smith Arkansas working my way to Tennessee to see a friend!! And man I love illegal freedom!! Edit: for my pillow, I use an inflatable billow and a small fleece throw pillow as a cover and to make it softer

  • @jamazareaslife410
    @jamazareaslife410 4 роки тому +24

    I'm homeless rn and I'm so scared bc I have never had to sleep outside before😭😭😭

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +23

      I wish you well, it's not so bad once you adapt, just stay positive and focus on the good in your life, even if it seems like there isnt any.

    • @Cacodominus6969
      @Cacodominus6969 2 роки тому

      Hope you're doing okay 🙏🙏🙏

  • @user-hz2hp7yn4d
    @user-hz2hp7yn4d 3 місяці тому +1

    For anyone struggle some quick ideas:
    Construction site offcuts,
    ask politely, you maybe able to get some free "tyvek"-
    ultralight hikers/campers use it because it's lightweight,
    very strong and is used in building for it's insulation and water resistant properties.
    It's a useful replacement for tarps, tent footprints etc.
    If you can, throw it in a washing machine with some tennis balls to reduce the noise, it is a bit crinkly.
    Removalist style "mattress protector" bag, the plastic is thick and useful for making gear with.
    Ask around for donations of ducttape.
    Many charities etc may give you first aid style emergency blankets,
    the foil like kind....
    or you can wash salvaged chip packets
    (to remove the food scent so rodents and feral cats etc are not drawn to the food smells).
    Create an insulating mat with a cheap or salvaged camping foam sleep pad, next add the emergency blanket or chip packets ducttaped together, next add tyvek. Top with whatever sheet/ bedding you have.
    If possible add bug netting or make something out of close weave lacey curtains from a thrift store.
    For warmth, keep a tarp or tyvek etc low , for hotter weather, use it higher for shade and air flow.
    If your shelter is wet inside, it maybe due to condensation from sweat or the air you breath out.
    A beenie can help cover your eyes from lights, and is easy to lift up.

    • @rubiconoutdoors3492
      @rubiconoutdoors3492 16 днів тому +1

      Shower curtains from walmart are 1 dollar. Also, painters drop cloth plastic are large and cheap. And one roll of pallet wrap can build you a whole condo in the woods if your smart.

  • @annacosta2939
    @annacosta2939 3 роки тому +5

    Those are the people who will survive when society collapses. I'll be screwed, wouldn't last a day on the streets. Cheers from L.A!!!

  • @Kim_gs1206
    @Kim_gs1206 5 років тому +11

    I'm a hiker and camper and all my gear is setup to do what you do, to make it as light and versatile as possible for me and the little doggy. You never know! Good luck and subscribed!

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for the sub and support it really makes my day😲💪👌👍💙

  • @BicycleTouringExplorer
    @BicycleTouringExplorer 5 років тому +21

    I am Homeless Living in My Tent on my Touring Bicycle in California

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +3

      Hell yea I subbed to your channel, I was just in cali, got a video coming out tomorrow about it

    • @BicycleTouringExplorer
      @BicycleTouringExplorer 5 років тому

      @@JSUrbanAdventures cool

  • @RVingLiveTheDream
    @RVingLiveTheDream 5 років тому +17

    Nice tent with a porch. We have been RVing for nine years and we love the freedom. Safe travels fellow namad :-) Lot of nice stuff in that pack. Its a good thing to keep reading a REAL book. keep your mind activ., I agree the internet is a brain killer.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +1

      I can't wait to get a van and start traveling around, and I've been reading game of thrones lately since I'm way behind on that series.

    • @jonog5632
      @jonog5632 5 років тому

      Well sir I've never read a book an I can do alot of things alot of book readers can't .so internet hasn't killed my brain. U sound like my mum bro.... Remember everything is mind control even Ur books..... Personally I'd say books make you nuts as you have to imagine what they are talking about to much imagining things eventually might make it easyer to become delusional .

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +3

      @@jonog5632 I guess Brian Regan was wrong when he said you never hear anyone arguing against books...(he quickly imitated what that person would sound like AND YOU FIT THE BILL PERFECTLY🤣🤣🤣).

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +3

      Satan is mind control, I dont follow my mind i follow my spirit.

    • @tobyrugar2188
      @tobyrugar2188 4 роки тому

      You forgot to add, and your ass moving

  • @jonlouis2582
    @jonlouis2582 4 роки тому +5

    For some reason I love bag videos. I've had stuff stolen when I was sleeping too, that really sucks. That knife looks pretty sweet, I'm going to check that out. I hope SLC is still treating you well, Happy trails.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching bud, I do alot of cool homeless/survival stuff on my channel you should check some of the other ones out! Happy travels!

  • @sarahpride5556
    @sarahpride5556 5 років тому +30

    Hey! I have learned so much from homeless/wanderers regarding packing the essentials for urban survival. The absolute best are the rail-riders/“kids”...a rough-tough adventurous life...they pack right and tight. Thank-you for sharing!

    • @juliorobinson5386
      @juliorobinson5386 2 роки тому +1

      This comment was very informative but with a dirty mind I turned right and tight seeing a womens name made it too funny

  • @dbatstl
    @dbatstl 5 років тому +6

    Thanks for making this video bro. Great setup you have there.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому

      If by setup u mean my sleep system, than Yea, it gets the job done, and your welcome, I'll continue bringing u more content like this, and thx for the comment bro

  • @user-sw2ys3dz4x
    @user-sw2ys3dz4x 2 місяці тому

    Dude you're freaking cool bro! Seriously, your vid was so down to Earth with lots of practical useable ideas for real homeless street folk like myself. And talented job with your vid making skills.

  • @appalachianunderground8474
    @appalachianunderground8474 4 роки тому +5

    Your smile and pleasant personality are awesome.... you have so much good ahead of you. God Bless You buddy

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому

      Thank you very much, the positivity keeps me motivated and inspired!

  • @techc760
    @techc760 Рік тому +1

    Your video was very helpful to me.

  • @jamesrashbrook9485
    @jamesrashbrook9485 9 місяців тому +2

    I'm ex military and lived not on streets but in the woods for couple of years and I found its not the gear you carry but the knowledge,you can go into Poundland buy a few cheap tools and manufacture a lot of items out of tin cans plastic bottles etc,it ain't going to be as good as a trangia but a coke can stove will do the job and a plastic bottles are plentiful for other things...it's about having the knowledge and creativity to repurpose everyday items people throw away,bay spice time are excellent and water resistant if you wanted to make sealable oil lamp for example,use others trash to your advantage

  • @DearestDruid
    @DearestDruid 3 роки тому +35

    As an 18 year old who is about to become homeless in the middle of new england winter this video is so helpful.
    I'm so afraid of what's going to happen to me bc I know I'm a somewhat naive person and I've been trying so hard to keep my job but I'm mentally disabled.
    I just want to say thank you bc this makes me feel a bit calmer and more prepared for when I do become homeless.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  3 роки тому +9

      I'm sorry to hear that...it sucks, lots of people becoming homeless these days. I wish you well though. Keep me updated.

    • @kitty9392
      @kitty9392 2 роки тому +1

      Hope things got better for you

    • @dustycover3015
      @dustycover3015 2 роки тому +14

      Stay away from the bad crowd, drugs and alcohol and you should be okay. Ways to avoid depression is staying clean, reading, weight lifting at a recreation center or YMCA. You can shower there too. If you have income coming in and a good data plan you can get a Netflix, Hulu, Amazon videos subscription to watch movies before bed. You can use gift cards if you don't have a bank account. You can use peacock or Tubi if you don't want to spend money. Invest in a power bank to keep your phone going. If you have a safe place to set up a tent, make sure you put a tarp over it. Low end tents are water resistant not water proof. For winter a one man tent will be a bit warmer. You'll need a yoga mat or sleeping pad under you to keep you warm. If you don't use one the ground will suck up your body heat, you'll have a hard time staying warm. Don't leave anything valuable, essentials or documents at your camp even if it's a safe place. Eventually (and it will happen) someone will find your camp and will take all your stuff. Use sandals if your using a public shower, there's all kinds of fungus on the floor that will mess up your feet. If the place has lockers, get yourself a small lock and lock it up. You don't want your stuff getting stolen while showering. Get yourself some cord or shoe lace and make a necklace with your key on it. You can wear it on your neck while showering. You can also wear briefs while showering and put the key in the front pocket thingy. You can also tuck your soap and sponge in your briefs while showering so you can keep it off the ground. Avoid confrontations, be respectful towards other homeless people. You won't be able to sleep well if you have beef with someone and you don't know if they will come looking for you in the middle of the night while your sleeping. Having problems with another homeless person is a fast way of getting all your stuff stolen as well. Carry a trash bag in your backpack, it will come in handy when it rains. You can put your backpack in it so it doesn't get wet.

    • @juliorobinson5386
      @juliorobinson5386 2 роки тому +2

      You’ll get through it it’s 9 months later hopefully you’re not still but it gets easier when you have nobody some of us just have unfortunately luck and it’s how we get through it together the first times the hardest I’m on my 6 time in 6 years since 2016 it never gets better the feeling of it but you wipe those tears away you look up and say you can do it don’t look back and tell those who may look down on you I’m better in your head, hopes that’s obvious but I’m struggling now and felt you needed some uplifting advice. I’m 23 about to turn 24 in February but we’re all going to get through this.

    • @palacemaster6685
      @palacemaster6685 2 роки тому +1

      i hope you're doing better now man

  • @shaneintegra
    @shaneintegra 4 роки тому +1

    you got an extremely awesome setup! wish the best of luck to you bud

  • @Danny-he4hi
    @Danny-he4hi Рік тому +1

    Great video! I just remembered about the microtowels - there are certain antiseptic solutions that you can use to soak the microtowel or a clean cloth into. After the cloth or microtowel dries off it retains the antiseptic qualities from the solution. So it can be used as a bandage, and even as a water filter if you need to filter water from a river to drink. But i recommend boiling the water instead haha
    Best of luck to you and on your travels! :)

  • @TheNotoriousLove
    @TheNotoriousLove 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing your equipment and experience with each one.
    I'm doing what you're doing for the 2nd time in my life, I just don't have the right equipment, yet, to survive like you do. do,
    Again, thank you for sharing.

  • @alayna.gallardo
    @alayna.gallardo 2 роки тому +2

    Dude, I’m only 8:17 in and your personality and realness is so enjoyable 😁. Thanks for being you and sharing. I hope this content will help me. Okay, back to watching 🤓. Hope you are taking care

  • @jimio8712
    @jimio8712 4 роки тому +1

    Stay strong brother! I've been there and loved the freedom! Peace

  • @chriscoetzee6484
    @chriscoetzee6484 2 роки тому +1

    Never give up!
    Stay strong
    Proud of you!

  • @ThatBoiiA
    @ThatBoiiA Рік тому

    Just watching this right now ‘ the way you were running with the knife towards the tree looked krazy lmao imagine if there were random people walking, & then also there’s a bail bonds right across the street which made it 4x funnier 😂

  • @juliorobinson5386
    @juliorobinson5386 2 роки тому +3

    I’m here to support you man I’m homeless again just trying to survive

  • @sedateme4347
    @sedateme4347 Рік тому

    Helpful video, I'm always nervous someday I'll end up on the street so I like to stay prepared, glad to see your in a better situation now

  • @313collector
    @313collector 3 роки тому +2

    Hey Broham I pray the Lord Protects you in your life Journey God Bless You

  • @backpackerofearth330
    @backpackerofearth330 3 роки тому

    I'm two years late seeing this video and channel but I can honestly say I enjoy your content and I hope all 8s well. Keep up the travels and optimism my dude.

  • @eyesandstars6222
    @eyesandstars6222 4 роки тому +2

    I appreciate you having this lifestyle bro.it's all about freedom..I'm from Philippines

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому

      Awesome to have a viewer in the Philippines! Thanks for checking out the channel.

  • @lindabellamy1984
    @lindabellamy1984 4 роки тому +3

    I love your packing skills! So much in such a small space. That's cool that you live in Utah... My son does too. I can't wait to move there. I want to live off grid. Take care of your self and be careful!

    • @heidiburkard7464
      @heidiburkard7464 3 роки тому

      I live in salt lake city but would like to move off grid

  • @shepherdwarrior777
    @shepherdwarrior777 5 років тому +4

    You got it going on bro. I wish you success.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +1

      Lol thanks the channels growing steadily thanks to people like you so thank u!

  • @benaubid2254
    @benaubid2254 5 місяців тому

    Keep up your positive attitude and stay safe out there young man. You have a nice setup and your video is great

  • @efezian
    @efezian Рік тому +2

    I like your video bro.
    I was homeless I know how hard it can be. I truly believe the more you invest in your gear and maintaining them and efficiently packing it and making it accessible the better you will be mentally and spiritually because being homeless is close to hopeless but if you can figure your way around it you can master living off the grid rent free and no bills. I truly hope you consider working full time and urban camping like you have learned. That’s what I’ll be doing in about a year bro. Much peace and blessings to you.

  • @lostlife6146
    @lostlife6146 3 роки тому +1

    I needed this bro thx so much

  • @STScott-qo4pw
    @STScott-qo4pw 3 роки тому +2

    non-stick cooking - folding handle frypan with a top that doubled as a plate/bowl. non-stick pot. stainless steel "sierra cup" for drinking, broth, w/e. fork and spoon from goodwill. had a mora companion knife. worked great for better part of three years in the back of my pickup. went to walmart - 2 to 2.50 for one of the small silicon spatulas with a bit of a spoon shape. never scratched anything, didn't melt. i was lucky - able afford and keep a small two burner propane stove.
    so long as your health holds and you can survive the heat and the cold you'll be okay. god bless you, be safe.

  • @williammcgrath6893
    @williammcgrath6893 Рік тому

    Watched your videos all night tonight man been recovering over the last 16 months myself wish j found this channel sooner. Doing some outreach work within my community from time to time going to suggest a few videos that you've made to help people understand the importance of an decent place to lay your head and how the whole process takes time just because we are venerable doesn't mean we aren't valuable

  • @melissamurdoc33
    @melissamurdoc33 5 років тому +12

    Cool video and your a amazing artist hang in there always stay positive man 😀 and to the rude commenters on this page don’t judge unless u urself have lived outside not cool

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +5

      Thanks for having my back, and thank you for being so kind! Your awesome

    • @wilma311
      @wilma311 4 роки тому

      Yes no one immune to being homeless.doesnt have be drug issue can be loss of job or houseburn out.or high rents due to rich developers n not enough low income houses .or landlord sells house.my case.n rooms too expensive.no one should judge.we are not evil nor all steal.always be humble.

  • @dakotah3is18
    @dakotah3is18 4 роки тому +1

    Also 400th like and 700th sub!

  • @michael5366
    @michael5366 Рік тому +1

    I'm homeless as well, your the only person who has equipment close to mine, silicon tarps are awesome, you can pack them wet and they won't mildew like tents. I'm 53, disabled out of work accident, been homeless 9 yrs.

  • @rosilatrailera
    @rosilatrailera 3 роки тому

    Don't let the haters get to you. You have a lot of real street smarts! God Bless You!

  • @kurtisogilvie4651
    @kurtisogilvie4651 4 роки тому

    watching from Australia GREAT video and good luck with all your travels

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +1

      You might be my first comment from Australia! Thanks for watching.

  • @chinapat6708
    @chinapat6708 4 роки тому +2

    Holy shit, I have that same book(good read btw)! I am currently homeless as well(1.5yrs now). Keep surviving man!✌️

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +2

      I still haven't finished reading it lol It was to big so I stopped carrying it and now I have a place but I just haven't been reading much fiction for awhile.

    • @chinapat6708
      @chinapat6708 4 роки тому

      @@JSUrbanAdventures it's an awesome story and I also collect comics. U into any Ghost Rider/Midnight Sons?

  • @sirzonsz5022
    @sirzonsz5022 2 роки тому +1

    Courage & innovative .. stick it out & you can make it...

  • @Vauxhall1434
    @Vauxhall1434 5 років тому +2

    no, You're amazing, thanks for a great vid

  • @pepsiholic
    @pepsiholic Рік тому

    hi i am homeless in San Diego, CA. have a positive outlook, and everything will work itself out.

  • @thesanfranciscoseahorse473
    @thesanfranciscoseahorse473 3 роки тому +2

    You should consider lightweight hammocks. Especially if you do woods camping sometimes, they don't take up much space, the basic models start around $20-$30, and they'll get you off the ground in the forest.

  • @silverltc2729
    @silverltc2729 2 роки тому

    Amazing. GOD BLESS YOU SIR.

  • @sunowl5301
    @sunowl5301 4 роки тому

    This just came up in my recommended again after all this time and I see you’ve got 27K views!!!! Well done! That’s awesome 💕🙏🏼 I hope you’re still well and I wish you much success ✌🏼

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому

      When was the first time?

    • @sunowl5301
      @sunowl5301 4 роки тому

      JS Urban Adventures I don’t remember exactly but it feels like a long time. I would say at least a year ago? I think you only had a handful of subscribers too and now you’re over a thousand!! Glad to see your channel and following growing, well done!

  • @larisamadolimov9130
    @larisamadolimov9130 5 років тому +13

    You look like a very nice young man! Wish you the best💝 God bless

  • @sidryan2817
    @sidryan2817 3 роки тому

    God bless. Hope to see more vlogs. Take care and be safe ✌️

  • @-Rickster-
    @-Rickster- 4 роки тому +1

    You channel just popped up in my recommended. Wow. Truly homeless? Double wow! I think I will be watching a lot more of your videos.
    Subbed.
    How on earth do you make your videos?
    Wow!

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +2

      I'm not homeless anymore but when I made this I was, I recorded and edited everything with my phone(still do), and at the time worked at Wendy's, that's how I bought all the gear.

  • @MrMarktrumble
    @MrMarktrumble 3 роки тому

    Thank you for showing me your kit

  • @hugmonger
    @hugmonger 5 років тому +4

    So I plan on going and adventuring the US for a while and this is exactly the sort of thing I needed to find.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +3

      I'm glad you found it, I'm stationary for now working full time but once I have a lil cash saved up I'll be traveling also.

  • @imjordanhanzon
    @imjordanhanzon 5 років тому +2

    Your broll shots are great for seeing SLC from a different point of view.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому

      Thank you I'll keep working on improving and try to bring u cool shots

  • @colinb42
    @colinb42 Рік тому

    truly amazing Josh

  • @7even871
    @7even871 Рік тому

    I use EDCI to keep rust off my blades. Works well. They have an option to buy a small 1oz bottle that will last forever. Just run a lot steel wool on the edge to clean the rust off and apply the EDCI

  • @sea0fgreen33
    @sea0fgreen33 3 роки тому +1

    Stephen King is great. The Stand is one of my all time favorites.

  • @jamestrull308
    @jamestrull308 4 роки тому

    living vicariously through these videos right now lol. June 16 I can finally get back on the road :)

  • @romeysiamese6662
    @romeysiamese6662 14 днів тому

    May God bless and keep you always ❤

  • @fuckstarvineskcrew2262
    @fuckstarvineskcrew2262 5 років тому +6

    Been living outta a backpack for years just shaved off my dreads yours look nice

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +7

      I have nightmares where my head gets shaved and I wake up freaking out grabbing my head to make sure my hairs still there lol

    • @fuckstarvineskcrew2262
      @fuckstarvineskcrew2262 5 років тому +8

      Dude i feel great my posture is better i am less hot in the heat my hair dries so fast hahah i did it for spiritual growth i dont need hippy hair to be a free soul right :) fuck the labels and stereotypes im awesome either way

  • @HouseBread
    @HouseBread 4 роки тому

    hope youre good fam. thanks for making this video.

  • @theprophetez1357
    @theprophetez1357 4 роки тому

    I have the same knife, and it is my main go to.

  • @manowar4046
    @manowar4046 Рік тому +1

    It would be cool if you made a video building a bushcraft shelter out in the woods.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  Рік тому +1

      I do have some(I'm not a great bushcrafter but I built some basic stuff), check out my let's go camping playlist

  • @christianvega8844
    @christianvega8844 5 років тому +1

    You inspire me so much
    Your fully dedicated to this lifestyle
    No 1 foot in 1 foot out bullshit !

  • @internallyblind9624
    @internallyblind9624 3 роки тому +4

    hey bro.... becoming homeless in less than 12 hours so ig thanks for the advice on what i should get

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  3 роки тому +2

      I wish you well homie. Keep your head up you'll be alright.

  • @adrianparis5236
    @adrianparis5236 4 роки тому +2

    Take care of yourself and your stuff!

  • @anaanguiano6658
    @anaanguiano6658 4 роки тому

    Btw thanks for sharing and informing us. Great positive attitude GBY

  • @jesusismylord1496
    @jesusismylord1496 4 роки тому +1

    Great video brother

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks man check out some of my others, this was like the second or third yt video I ever made so it's a lil rough around the edges, you might like some of my newer one better.

  • @JoseSantiago-rz1pz
    @JoseSantiago-rz1pz 4 роки тому +1

    Damn this hits home...hope you in a better spot now man

  • @desireebosch9803
    @desireebosch9803 2 роки тому +2

    I have to admit something. I am a mother and a wife and have a home and basically everything I need, but if you really think about it, it is also a trap as with everything it comes with maintaining the up keep of these luxury items (in comparison with those who do not have) may it be a car or a house. It keeps you always in a financial stress and structure, but when you have less their is more time to work for food and get to know your family and what is truly important other then to work yourself to death for these financial structures and then miss out on the important things that matter. Also I believe being homeless is a wrong statement because that tent gives the shelter you need but you that person is blessed to be able to see the world and go where he wants to go for example spend a amount of time close to nature if he wants that. And I must mention the most expensive items is not always the best as long as the item can do the Job. Have fun and count your blessings no matter who you are.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  2 роки тому

      Gotta agree with all that. Big lavish homes and fancy cars are really just worldly things meant to remove your autonomy and make you a cog in a machine. Most People have SO MUCH more than they need and they think they "need" more, but all those things just make them weak. It's pretty deep but I'm glad to see some people recognize this. Thanks for watching and dropping a comment.

  • @adamedwards2261
    @adamedwards2261 5 років тому +11

    Thank you bro. Keep up the great work. I just subbed and I’m about to join the same lifestyle by choice. Stay in touch. I’m still in Ohio but I plan on nomading around the country on foot.

  • @lucariololol
    @lucariololol 4 роки тому

    the loadout video i saw before this was all lighthearted on some camping trip. but this video is more along my lines because the hearing a guy yelling and looking over my shoulder real fast is probably the type of camping im bout to be doing lmao

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому

      I cut a couple scenes lol I was right near a dope spot behind the downtown slc library, and I may have been involved with trading in herbal remedies at the time so a guy hit me up while I was recording 😂😂dr.greenthumb if you catch my drift😎🙄😇

  • @powerfitness8975
    @powerfitness8975 4 роки тому +2

    Love watching this have no clue why but it will help me one day maybe
    What do you film with

  • @VanishingNomad
    @VanishingNomad Рік тому +1

    Rust on the blade:
    Coat it with a little cooking oil before you put it away.

  • @armorvestrus6882
    @armorvestrus6882 4 роки тому +2

    I gave you a like. The knife when used with a baton will make you some great firewood. You do need a much better fire steel that could save your life in a cold spell. Tents keep bugs and critters away but they will leak water on you. Tip, a common poly-tarp will serve you well.
    Bod bless you and stay safe out there.

    • @Kinghassz
      @Kinghassz 4 роки тому

      Armor Vestrus whats a fire steel?

    • @armorvestrus6882
      @armorvestrus6882 4 роки тому +1

      @@Kinghassz You can get it at Walmart in the camping department. It is a striking rod about two inches long they come in a orange plastic case. They work even when wet. You just need a good bundle of very fine material to strike the fire steel into. Don't push forward on it draw the rod backward it works better. I use dryer lent as a tinder in the middle of other things. Cheers.

    • @Kinghassz
      @Kinghassz 4 роки тому

      Armor Vestrus thanks for your answer

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому

      Ferrocium rod, flint and steel are a little different.

  • @Cacodominus6969
    @Cacodominus6969 2 роки тому

    A little late to see the vid but hope you're doing better man 🙏 as someone that's about to be going through this I'm just glad I got into ultra light backpacking before hand 😅 and as someone from ny, when you said you weren't going through the contents of your "bag" but did anyways it sent a shiver down my spine lmaoo buds are completely legal here now but I'm still nervous seeing how I've been locked up for an 8th hahahaha I'll have to check out your other videos when I have a chance stay up man

  • @ProtocolBehavior
    @ProtocolBehavior 4 роки тому +1

    Loved the video. Also, I could definitely tell when you medicated during the video. Lol. No judgment, no criticism. Do you my dude.

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому +4

      I had to cut some scenes because people were trying to buy trees from me lol (I dont sell it anymore but used to when I started this channel) and I might have hit the bubbler in one of those cuts lol

  • @chrism9018
    @chrism9018 4 роки тому +1

    just turned 18 and about to be homeless again in NY this video helped a lot thanks man 🤙

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому

      Sorry to hear that bro I hope you get through it quick, keep your head up and thanks for watching!

    • @mamagoth4575
      @mamagoth4575 4 роки тому

      What part of NY?

    • @TheCrazyMiget
      @TheCrazyMiget 4 роки тому +1

      I repacked my bag thanks to this video. I’m also homeless in NY and this helped a lot. I feel less afraid (but still afraid)

    • @mamagoth4575
      @mamagoth4575 4 роки тому

      @@TheCrazyMiget I'm in upstate NY. :)

    • @TheCrazyMiget
      @TheCrazyMiget 4 роки тому +1

      Mama Goth I’m in Westchester. If I wasn’t waiting for a job training program, I would go right back upstate.

  • @kevinallentoole1538
    @kevinallentoole1538 4 роки тому +1

    Awesomeness..............

  • @quicksilverlives
    @quicksilverlives 4 роки тому

    great review. Thanks for sharing.

  • @patriciakirk5565
    @patriciakirk5565 4 роки тому

    Cool set.Safe travels.

  • @homefreehiking453
    @homefreehiking453 4 роки тому

    Great content. Subbed. Would you consider doing an update video on what gear you’ve adapted to as time has gone on?

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  4 роки тому

      The problem is I haven't got any new gear lol I bought that stuff to be able to get out of the shelter so I could get off drugs, and since than I've got a place to stay and haven't needed new stuff. I have a review of the tent I used while homeless in the winter coming out soon, but now I do small loadouts in some of my lets go camping videos.

  • @uncatila
    @uncatila 5 років тому +5

    I just rediscovered the gatewood cape. it's just 10oz. doubles as a poncho and a tent

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +3

      I'll have to check that out, there is a mental health place here in slc that gives out these giant trench coats that turn into sleeping bags, their pretty cool but it's like if u wear one, people automatically KNOW your homeless and probably mentally unstable lol

    • @uncatila
      @uncatila 5 років тому +1

      @@JSUrbanAdventures Yea it's a stigma. I lost my house and lived on my boat for a while. now if I don't get another home loan and live as a usery slave all the other usery slaves resent me sleeping in my van.

  • @shereehanley2980
    @shereehanley2980 3 роки тому +1

    Our calling is an app that you download it tells you where to get food or hot meal including in the shower

  • @samanthacunningham6313
    @samanthacunningham6313 5 років тому +3

    Oooh! It might work but then again i dont really know for sure; what if you get one of those special bikes where it has a basket on the front and two wheels by the horizontal towards the back and hook a harness to the back if it. Then get some sort of small-ish shed and attach lockable wheels to the bottom and attach another harness to the front of that and connect it. There u can always move and still have a safe place to be at💓💓not sure how well that would work though

    • @JSUrbanAdventures
      @JSUrbanAdventures  5 років тому +4

      Sorry I'm replying so late this comment slipped by me and it's one of my favorites! That's a really cool idea, im glad this video got u thinking of ways to make this lifestyle more comfortable, and I'm also glad you shared your thoughts with this community. I hope you keep watching and commenting🤗🤩😢🤯🤯🤯🤪👨‍💻🛌🛀🤳💪👌👍👍

    • @samanthacunningham6313
      @samanthacunningham6313 5 років тому +3

      @@JSUrbanAdventures absolutely!! Ive always wanted to make a village of some sort for people that have no home or straight homless. It breaks my heart that the government wont even help out like they say they will though. But when i make it out of basic training and serve my terms ill take the money i made and save up and proceed with twhat i wanted to to do for a long while. 💗💓💗💓🤝

    • @j12barron
      @j12barron 5 років тому +2

      Samantha Cunningham ive has the same dream of establishing a village where people can call home and we can all work together as a functional community.

    • @seamus-xi7hz
      @seamus-xi7hz 4 роки тому +1

      @@j12barron I believe that they used to be called " communes " not a new idea, but socially functional ... Cheers.