I'm so glad youtube exists for people like Greg. Man is living an adventure and we get to learn so much from his knowledge of the outdoors. So thank you Mr Ovens
@magdalenastclaire8861
2 ай бұрын
So beautiful
@stigc.minkstuen
2 ай бұрын
It might seem adventurous - note the seriousness of this ❣
@patriciatyree3936
2 ай бұрын
Greg Ovens is a real legend I watch all his videos
@robertstanton959
2 ай бұрын
KZitem is a political organization. I ts unwanted censorship of people using it to gain political advantage has ruined it. We need an alternative- imagine how cool this could be.
@nvanderhoff
Ай бұрын
It's basically discovery channel back in the day when it was amazing.
@Tobias-eu5eg
5 ай бұрын
You have to love him ❤❤❤ this is almost the only honest survivalist left that doesn't "sell out" !
@tterryshenanigans1820
5 ай бұрын
Fr, one of only Bushcraft folk whose biggest sponsor is nature.
@dnailhobbyist4971
5 ай бұрын
So true
@josephniehorster4913
5 ай бұрын
That's exactly why I quit watching fowler, he's too pushy with his merch and it's was like watching Rachel ray
@funonvancouverisland
Ай бұрын
And Nord VPN @@tterryshenanigans1820
@ellenkillough8752
5 ай бұрын
I've been watching you since you played on Alone. I've learned a lot from you. I no longer play in the woods because of an accident that left me in a wheelchair. I still love watching you. I a 56 year old granny.
@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft
5 ай бұрын
I'm sorry for you. But thanks for watching
@OvensRockyMountainBushcraft
5 ай бұрын
Very sorry to hear that news
@rossmccabe3667
5 ай бұрын
What happened
@3vpme2
5 ай бұрын
@@rossmccabe3667a Sasquatch got her and broke her back with his masculinity
@outnabout6966
Ай бұрын
not nice
@tinetannies4637
2 ай бұрын
One of the beautiful things I notice about Greg's vids is how agreeable people in the comments are. This channel is an oasis that seems to draw out the best in people. ❤❤❤❤
@funonvancouverisland
2 ай бұрын
Nice seeing the rain again. Feels like forever since we have had rain in the rain forest
@sheilam4964
5 ай бұрын
This was a good example of "be aware of your surroundings and be ready to adapt". Thx for doing this, filming it and sharing it with us.
@johnnyharperscoutstable5386
5 ай бұрын
You’re freaking silly famous Greg. I had some guests at my sushi bar the other night and we were talking about salmon fishing and I brought you up. They were from Canada and said they knew you and watch your show too. Awesome!🐸🍺🔪🔥
@Nathaniel-Heavyfoot
5 ай бұрын
The man, the myth, the Canadian legend.
@carlcox7332
2 ай бұрын
Just started watching alone. You can tell this guy is just in his element right from the beginning. It's more like a vacation for him
@funonvancouverisland
Ай бұрын
@carlcox7332 he has always struggled with falling in any water available.. if he didn't get wet I think he would have won
@mattiasandersson2315
Ай бұрын
I'm from Sweden and i really like Greg,my favorite KZitemr! I first saw him on "Alone" and he quickly stood out from the rest of the participants,,i like that he is like the rest of us ,,and he doesn't mind showing when things don't go as planned,,human . Very real and down to earth! 👌😊
@mountainmover777
2 ай бұрын
This brings back some memories.. I used to work in SE Alaska, on the panhandle(extreme rain forest environment). I was a helicopter hooker in the timber industry. In short I attached cables to fallen logs for helicopters to lift off the mountain to a processing point. For a short while in the spring and fall we had to deal with the snow and cold. I remember one unit I was logging during winter conditions, that had an old rotted out massive hallow spruce tree stump. It was the size of a small teepee on the inside. It had everything I needed to start a fire, pitch on the outside, tinder on the inside. For over a week It was my goto when I was wet and cold, I miss that stump and think about it often. It was one of the coolest ideal setups I have ever found in nature. It really could have been made into an ideal permanent shelter. Good times, great video!
@OjOlafsen
5 ай бұрын
This is where I live in Vancouver. I really just hope people support this man with some donations. If anyone deserve some money for doing videos it’s this man. Keep up the great work . I swear we have crossed paths in my 46 years of life here. I’m five years sober. I as well have spent years in the bush as well. Love ya man.
@stephielyngriffin822
2 ай бұрын
Well said
@funonvancouverisland
2 ай бұрын
He's on the island.. not Vancouver.
@funonvancouverisland
27 күн бұрын
@@stephielyngriffin822 only geographically inaccurate 😅
@elroddin76
2 ай бұрын
I just came across this channel and I don't hunt or even fish. But I'm addicted to these episodes. So relaxing and interesting.
@briannagorman3119
5 ай бұрын
I got to hand it to you for being the survivor that you are and showing how you do it regardless of the situation. Kudos to you
@KnifeCrazzzzy
5 ай бұрын
Man goes to show how big having a tarp/(shelter) with you really can make a huge difference. And the lightweight hammocking tarps that can be had for a reasonable price these days. You should have one in every kit. Turn one of these possible hypothermic situations into a nice day watching the rain out in the woods. Always enjoy your videos brother, keep on 🤙🏻
@jimmullen3921
5 ай бұрын
Greg--You warm my heart
@buckshot8226
5 ай бұрын
Every week I look forward to another ootdoor adventure with my favorite Canadian!
@sohoceansurferor5929
5 ай бұрын
33:17 sasquatch watching you in the background, hehe. I've seen three cougars on Vancouver Island so far, one came down to the San Juan river for a drink, watching us the whole time, no threat. I saw one up while up in the mountains near Strathcona Park as it was getting dark - that one was huge and it was unusually dark brown in colour - it was moving pretty fast and in the dusk I thought it was a deer until I saw its long tail.
@jdmo21
5 ай бұрын
Smart man with the steaks, pocket knife, and lighter. Seriously no point in suffering in such a beautiful place. You gotta have a good time, and it doesn't detract at all. Thanks Ovens!
@robertvezina4783
Ай бұрын
I just like to say Greg that you are a fine example of a generous human being so freely sharing your knowledge and vast experience with us thank you very much Brother
@milesmakin8700
6 ай бұрын
I love your content I want to go on a 30 day survival trip like u did
@billt6116
5 ай бұрын
Tree bark from a half rotten evergreen tree is easy to remove. Placed "cup up cup down" Like a ceramic tile roof, they form a fairly waterproof roof. Then densely folidged branches on top help insulate. Try not to get wet, unless you already have a fire going. Starting a fire when you are dripping wet is nearly impossible!
@jaelynnholloman4260
5 ай бұрын
Fin has the best life any dog could ask for
@melvinpasik7920
2 ай бұрын
I like the fact that you can have plans and just that fast they change and you don't panic... Fire is # one
@JamieWright-hw7ll
5 ай бұрын
These last 2 videos have been an absolute blast to watch Greg! Right on! 👍👍
@MJibco
5 ай бұрын
GREG is Soo Awesome!
@peterpanx1
5 ай бұрын
Looking surprisingly fresh in the morning there. Right on! 🙂👍
@jimbunda46
5 ай бұрын
Great video Greg. The creek rising as it did was perfect for you to be able to warn of the hazards of setting up too close to one. Look forward to your next adventure!
@James-yp5dn
5 ай бұрын
Great video Greg 👍👍 Thanks for being in the chat and answering questions 💯
@pistolpete0124
5 ай бұрын
Love seeing your Videos right in my back yard. We live on Vancouver Island
@margueritemitchell1829
5 ай бұрын
Hello from British Columbia Canada ❤😂🎉
@serenepeacefulrelaxingmusi3874
5 ай бұрын
There's always something we can learn from all your videos. I value them highly. Thank you for enduring all this for the sake of teaching skills that could save lives in a survival situation. Much respect to you! 😀
@lisagreenleaf3859
5 ай бұрын
Greg. I'm so glad you're making more videos. ❤️ 🙏 ❤️
@josephlwallssr6166
5 ай бұрын
Good job on finding shelter, Gregg!
@leifallen2358
5 ай бұрын
Aaaah I've been waiting for this all day im finally sat in a hot bath with my cup of coffee and im not moving until I've watched all your video, keep up the great work Greg, much love from Wales UK 💙
@karennewbury6430
5 ай бұрын
Another great video Greg and Finn. This 'adventure' really shows us how difficult it can be to survive with changing weather and temperatures. I'm looking forward to your next fireside chat. Stay safe. Blessings from Ontario.
@101doreen
5 ай бұрын
That's what I'm thinking. It just goes to show you how unpredictable the situations can be, and how to adapt. I think this is a perfect video. May not have been with Greg expected to show us, but, in hindsight, it shows exactly what we needed.
@tamonettX500
5 ай бұрын
Excellent video! Proof that adventures in the wilderness don't always go perfectly to plan. This shows that you have to keep pushing on until you find what works in order to survive. Great lessons, dry creek beds filling, weighing the risks between hypothermia and safety of shelter (tree possibly falling over). I love the rock shelter and I'm glad you got a good night's sleep :)
@kingrafa3938
5 ай бұрын
Right on!
@johnnyharperscoutstable5386
5 ай бұрын
Yeah buddy 🐸
@groovr22
5 ай бұрын
Loved this, Greg. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and adventures (and stories) with us all..!! Can't wait for your next Campfire Chat.
@mama_duck_on_the_lake7510
5 ай бұрын
Absolutely SUPER video Greg!!!!!!! Really great information. I make my children watch your videos. Such superb safety information and all sorts of options you cover. You really are saving lives Gregs. Thanks so much for sharing with us!!!!
@pyrotechneticsunriseproduc6590
2 ай бұрын
i love when greg does vancouver island videos. i live here and id love to get out more and stay safe. and greg always delivers on safe creative ways to survive and have fun
@ArrrrrrPeeee
8 күн бұрын
Greg Ovens is the real deal and a true Canadian. I've enjoyed his videos and employed many of his techniques for years. 👍
@Michael_X313
4 ай бұрын
When I was a child I was obsessed with building forts and shelters. I feel like one very old child still..
@burnall9983
5 ай бұрын
Dude it's crazy how much your channel has grown. I subscribed when you were at 6k, now you are creeping up on almost 1 million subscribers!!! Keep doing your thing, can't wait to see your next adventures.
@kevinpounder
3 ай бұрын
Wow a dog that collects fire wood what a team 😊
@HicksWithTricks
4 ай бұрын
The bush looks so nice when it’s all wet but I kinda don’t enjoy getting wet and having all the little stuff stick to me. You’re doing it for all of us! Thanks buddy :)
@micahestep7679
5 ай бұрын
I'm rooting for your one million subscriber level. Let's get there real soon.
@RivetMantis
5 ай бұрын
Fowler be like let me pull this giant tent and Wood stove out of my back pack.
@suezaple4950
5 ай бұрын
I appreciate you showing us the different survival situations and what type of shelter area to look for and what to build. Fire being first makes sense Greg. Happy you found a shelter under the rock overhang and did get your fire going and nice one at that. Impressive video Greg and yes sometimes things dont work out in a certain area for the shelter but you looked for another area and it worked for you. Thanks for this .
@zeldanrj3
5 ай бұрын
Love watching your adventures Greg. I bought a ferrol rod because of you. I've learned to survive, as best I can, in case there is ever a problem. Thank you for taking us along. Hello to Finn 🐕
@james2398
5 ай бұрын
I love your videos !!!! It's something positive to watch when I'm going through the situation I'm going through!
@BradyPatterson
5 ай бұрын
I love this. Most people don't get how wet things get and how erratic the coastal rainforest can be. It's one of my favourite places to train! Thanks for sharing it with the world. Oh, and it can rain for months straight, not just a week
@6ixss
Ай бұрын
i love how dog helps you with sticks ! so cute also at 40:46 look how he want to show you the stick! wow
@101doreen
5 ай бұрын
It just goes to show you how unpredictable the situations can be, and how to adapt. I think this is a perfect video. May not have been whst Greg expected to show us, but, in hindsight, it shows exactly what we needed.
@sheripacori2097
5 ай бұрын
Your great Greg. Your kind, humble and know your stuff in a big way. Thanks for your videos
@corollaae8645
5 ай бұрын
Sometimes the best comes from unplanned! Thanks Greg and team!
@FPLJCB
5 ай бұрын
Did a trip out to the Olympics in WA last summer, water was the same crystal clear blue like up there on Vancouver Island. The rainforest is ABSOLUTLY incredible! Great video Greg!
@Patrick-fn8sq
3 ай бұрын
Nothing ever does, but as long as you can adjust,you can survive !!! Thank you great video.👍
@nancyl3843
5 ай бұрын
I'm sure we all learned a great deal from this video. I, for one, am grateful for it. Many thanks, Greg.
@julane-h2y
17 күн бұрын
You are so lucky to live in such a beautiful place!
@kenc9236
Ай бұрын
Finn the firewood gatherer. Bravo!
@HuynhSurvivalSkills
5 ай бұрын
A wonderful forest, melting snow and ice, a gurgling stream... I look forward to such an experience
@jamesklaunig1059
24 күн бұрын
One of his most valuable areas of knowledge is his uncanny ability to identify plants and mushrooms unbelievable encyclopedia knowledge.
@Dav3Campb3ll
5 ай бұрын
Always a Thumbs up before I even watch
@dnailhobbyist4971
5 ай бұрын
Mr. Ovens 😊 I was wondering if you and Fowler will do another camping/survival episode?😊 I don't know why but you and fowler make great TV😉😁 thanks👍
@nottheoneyourelookingfor0504
5 ай бұрын
Ah, brings back memories of Scouting as a child, needing to start a fire in the rain. Ontario forests are different from BC, but fire in the rain is always the same. A challenge.
@BettaDenU
Ай бұрын
I work on ships for months and there's not a tree to be found in hundreds of miles. However, I am prepared for the future. Thanks Ovens!
@davidm1149
15 күн бұрын
Greg, you make it look a lot easier than it is in real life. I don't go out in the wild as much as I want, but I know what it's like. Great way to learn because you enjoy it so much.
@racerk99
5 ай бұрын
Way to go Greg! You’re a better lesson than what I see on social media
@ournordicventures
5 ай бұрын
Always waiting for new videos! Love your content! Keep up the good work!
@Occupuyourspine
5 ай бұрын
I am a fan of yers. this is a fine adventure I will watch it again you are the most real woodsman these days. IMHO: 🤠 The rising creeks bit is amazing. Whoopee!
@stefanrobinson2920
5 ай бұрын
Man gettin a fire goin in the damp n rain aint easy i just tried n failed.Was a cold windy night..love your vids man full of cool info
@hans5130
5 ай бұрын
Sleep is important but heat is life. When Finley dries out perhaps you to can curl up together. Amazing how much heat is generated that way.
@lindaopperthauser2284
5 ай бұрын
Your surroundings are gorgeous!! I do enjoy watching your videos Greg! Keep them coming!! 💚🌿
@AIAllar
5 ай бұрын
I've learned that the best way to get a good strong fire in with damp wood like that is to build a small fire and then stack logs around it in square shape. That will act as sort a chimney and create an upward draft over the fire. It burns hot even with wet wood and you can keep feeding it from the top until the side walls dry out enough and catch fire too which you can then pile into the fire.
@PRINCESSDREAMYLYN
5 ай бұрын
when in the desert or the woods and forests always look for something on the high ground first and foremost. Flash flooding can take your life it's never worth the risk it's the first thing i learned when i was 6 going out learning wilderness survival. A shelter should be safe being you may end up sleeping in it. I'm glad the weather came along and showed those watching what can and does happen. You didn't plan it, but Nature jumped in and taught a valuable lesson. I giggled when you said... "things aren't going according to plan". I thought, that is what a survival situation is, some thing you didn't plan.🤣🤣🤣
@donalddesjarlais208
5 ай бұрын
As a Canadian Native myself. I used to watch Outdoor Boys as my go to outdoor vids, until I came across the one and only Ovens Rocky Mountain Bushcraft! Everything from the land, and to the accent, is all so familiar as a fellow “Neechie”. I myself wasn’t blessed with a teacher of the outdoors. I am currently in the process of self-teaching on the lands, have just received my PAL and I am saving up for a 7mm to get my first buck. This is a passion I want to/look forward to pursuing in the future, and most of my early knowledge (incredibly enormous knowledge) is coming from ORMB! Miigwetch
@thecrazylousianastormtuber6208
5 ай бұрын
Probably will get buried but you, and Les Stroud are my 2 favorite survivalist just wealth's of knowledge
@tomlorenzen4062
5 ай бұрын
Loved Les till he went all Bigfoot and exposed himself for the fraud that he is.
@BrentonCarr
2 ай бұрын
Never Stop Learning! Great video. Thank you.
@Theday022k
5 ай бұрын
The man.the myth the legend. I was very happy to meet you on my short lunch break while i was working in calgary ,i hope I didn't bother yours. I told you I would watch and comment on your video we had a short introduction at the shell in calgary before you headed west. myself and family love watching your videos. You my man are an inspiration. I would love to take a trip and have some adventures with you. If you ever find yourself in the kootnays come by for a visit and I could show you some great spots. I'm also a island raised man and have done alot out there. Cheers Mr Ovens. Let's do some stuff!!
@SonnyCrocket-p6h
5 ай бұрын
in my pack is an honest to God Doan's bar. If you mix the magnesium scrapings with wood scrapings, it never fails to ignite dry wood shavings. Either split a small log in order to access the dry center, or shave off the wet exterior, so that you gain access to the dry center of the log. If you make a 4-log alternative Swedish fire torch, it will burn green wet wood, if need-be. The only dry wood necessary is the shaving in the empty center of the Swede-bundle. Such a Swede will always ignite a Siberian fire lay, even if the Siberian's logs are wet and green. The Swede dries itself out from the inside and the Siberian dries out its logs as they burn from one end. Neither fire lay can be extinguished by rain, once they get going well. You can shield the Swede with your body or poncho as you get it burning-well. Because the Siberian undercuts the protruding ends of its logs, coals fall down under those ends and the rain can't get to them.
@justme-dm7sb
5 ай бұрын
I feel your pain. I live in western Washington State in the Cascade foothills. Its just like Vancouver Island. I have spent hours building a fire hot enough to dry out more wood. I have found that alder that the bark is falling off of burns best and wild cherry bark is great fire starter. A lighter is a must though. I keep those cheap pocket sized emergency blankets in jacket pockets because there are so few things that can keep the rain off. Building the biggest possible fire seems to be what always saves me. I have literally dryed my socks on a forked limb before. I am so glad you found a nice overhang. What a blessing in such a wild, living place. I love my soggy homeland. I have webbed feet you know.
@jacquisouza5008
5 ай бұрын
Greg, you need to put Fin to work. Carrying a stick is not helping. Get some Saddle bags for him. He's young, he can handle it. Enjoyed your video, thanks Greg!
@bobbybawbager
5 ай бұрын
I'm very glad to see that you're making your challenges easier!! I love learning from survivalist like yourself. But I don't want to see you suffer for our entertainment!! I want you to enjoy yourself while you do it :)
@matijususus
4 ай бұрын
Keeping it simple. The best survival chanell on yt.
@matthewhaley-xy1ui
19 күн бұрын
A Humble person, thanks for your videos. Great stuff.
@robinsilvers362
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to show us these things.
@daveagar5594
Ай бұрын
Gregor!!! This was fantastic. Thank you. Nothing ever goes to plan and if you are planning for perfect.. don't even try it.
@tdukejo6123
5 ай бұрын
I love that we have a guy like this here in bc
@WhatDadIsUpTo
3 ай бұрын
I'm convinced now that two ALL TIME essentials for me on any survival trek will be a rolled-up plastic tube tent in each front pocket!
@jerrytalley802
5 ай бұрын
I like learning from you Greg, while I’m warm and dry in my living room. I’d love to be able to be out there with you and Finn, the stories and lessons we could learn in person, around the campfire would be priceless
@PavlovsBob
5 ай бұрын
That's how a real survival situation can happen. Good adaptation to your situation.
@AidanSenger
5 ай бұрын
I’m from Vancouver island!! So crazy I started watching you a couple days ago.
@AWestCoastWanderer
3 күн бұрын
Greg, I would love to run into you on the island some time and have an opportunity to shoot a video with you. I've been following your channel for quite a few years now, you've been a massive influence and inspiration for me to get out and practice my bush craft and survival skills over the years, which in turn partly translated into my success as an infantryman. I am a CAF member who grew up on Vancouver Island bush-whacking with my old man practically since I could walk. I have a bit of time off as I'm writing this comment and I am planning to hike the Juan de Fuca trail with my two brothers and my dog at the end of this week. I can't wait to get out there for 4 days and to be able to pass on and share some of the knowledge I've gained onto them! - I told them both to check out your channel because it's where I learned a lot of valuable things, including wet weather survival tips. Keep doing what you're doing and maybe we'll run into each other some day. Much love to you and Finn!
@Erehw
5 ай бұрын
Man! Greg, thank you so much for doing your thing and sharing it with us.
@perfectweather
5 ай бұрын
Great video, thanks 👍
@mojomartin6457
5 ай бұрын
Greg! I just loves you. man!
@helenmorgan1023
5 ай бұрын
Sounds so peaceful
@michaelarmstrong-sd3zv
2 ай бұрын
Great teacher love watching his stuff and learning things keep up the good work brother
@snowjoe43
Ай бұрын
Greg…… you’re the real deal!
@Jben7976
3 ай бұрын
Man!!! You are a very skilled adventurer...but I must admit that I was really liking Fin!!!! He's an incredible dog!!!!
@simoncroiset6980
5 ай бұрын
I Watch your video and it get me into meditation mood ! Been following you since a long time ! Keep going your nice work! Cheers from Québec!
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