The best long term winter survival shelter! Combining indigenous architecture with a few modifications and basic modern materials, and a rocket mass heater; this wigwam-influenced structure was a joy to build and live in through winter into the summer. I researched, gathered the materials, and build this over 5 weeks and moved in 1/1/18, which was a -20°F night. Even though the heater wasn't yet functional, the minimum inside went no lower than +35°F that night. Days later, I finished the heater and easily stayed warm and dry the rest of the winter and spring.
This was my guide for building each frame in my nested double frame design: www.nativetech.org/wigwam/cons...
Not mentioned in the video:
-The colored sheets visible under the exterior clear plastic are to cushion it from puncture and abrasion by the sapling frame. I also used old carpet nearer to the top. The traditional covering of sheets of bark is rigid enough to withstand snow loads, unlike unsupported 6 mil plastic.
-This was built in a shady location close to a stream because it was the only option I had at the time. It's a pleasant spot except for moisture.
-At 14:10: I meant to say 'barrel' when I said 'bucket'.
-After 17:00: in addition to condensation due to differing temperatures and humidity, water wicking from the ground outside through the earth is another factor.
-Before 18:00: lifting up the sides to allow more ventilation and light might be prudent during humid summers.
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