10 Bushcraft Camp Hacks from Dan Wowak

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When it comes to camp life, two words we need to remove from our vocabulary are struggle and hassle. Every problem we face in the outdoors can be solved with the help of Mother Nature. Sometimes, you just need to know where to look!
The forked branch in a tree, which we commonly refer to in the Bushcraft World as a "Y branch" can provide continuous assistance at camp. Here are 10 of my most favorite ways to use the Y Branch!

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@K0MBIAN 3 года назад

A Y-branch - the Holy Grail of a Bushcrafter/Survivalist...

@Bushmen918 3 года назад

I hurt my eye doing that exact same thing , wear safety glasses please.

@bobplease5089 2 года назад

@@Bushmen918 Hey bro, please explain how you hurt yourself so we have insight.

@tallgrassoutdoors8944 2 года назад

Fax

@papillonvu 2 года назад

Finally! I always had a good grasp of the whats, who’s, whens, wheres, and hows of camping… but never the Y’s!!

@terrynichols5769 3 года назад

Dan's energy, knowledge and love of the outdoors is a joy to watch.

@harrymills2770 3 года назад

He's got schoolteacher gene.

@jeremiahmisael8723 2 года назад

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@Jeremiah Misael Instablaster =)

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@foxcm2000 3 года назад

Today's Episode of UCO is brought to you by the letter Y! Great video!

@thesmallwoodlot433 3 года назад

But y?

@harrymills2770 3 года назад

And the number 10! 10! Ahahahahahahahaha! 10!

@jamesalexander6417 3 года назад

Paid for, in part, by viewers like you.

@irobott3713 3 года назад

was waiting for him to say Y can also be used as a vowel

@chrissymon 3 года назад

@@thesmallwoodlot433 Àp

@Wnemo 3 года назад

Dan is a must watch for anyone who loves being in the woods.

@sosteve9113 3 года назад

Merry Christmas Dan, And everyone who read this. Greetings from a Belgian bushcrafter

@UCOGear 3 года назад

Merry Christmas!

@somekid6718 3 года назад

@@janemorris4237 ask japan if nuclear bombs exist

@harrymills2770 3 года назад

@@somekid6718 To split hairs, those were "atomic bombs" using fission. Nuclear bombs are fusion and have never been used in war.

@somekid6718 3 года назад

@@harrymills2770 I’m not really a nuke nerd so thanks for the new information

@chriswilds5787 3 года назад

@@janemorris4237 I need to hear more. I'm attempting to expand my horizons and would love to hear more from you.

@RoyceKitts 2 года назад

i'm just here because i was having a bad day and Dan is a sure bet to cheer up a person

@ManuelMartinez-ej4wb 3 года назад

I just so happened to watch this before going to the mountains... Yessss!!!!

@thetastywhale 3 года назад

I appreciate the pronunciation of "hanger" as well as the good tips!!

@CC-mb8fi 3 года назад

Remember to chamfer the edge of any wooden pole you are going to hammer into the earth, it helps it not to split. Especially in harder ground. So take knife or axe and just chamfer the edge right around The problem with a straight cross cut is when your hammer/axe/baton hits one edge it concentrates all the force of the blow onto the outside of your wood and tends to split it Easy to take a few seconds and give it a chamfer

@OGFC 3 года назад

On the hot water bottle; use same type y fork but with a longer hook. Horizontally place it on the fire side at neck height of the bottle and then squeeze the fork till it makes a good purchase and lift out. Might even be able to turn the bottle to dispense the hot water. Appreciate your work.

@xjade11.11 2 года назад

I was going to suggest this. This is how I do it.

@alanj7306 3 года назад

The Y branch also comes in handy for cooking hotdogs, brats, and sausages over the fire. They won’t spin and rotate around as they often will on a stick. Great video 👍 my friend, God bless you and yours and stay safe!

@PaulCarterTCM 3 года назад

I just did a snowy camp and used the y branch for soo many things! Everyone thought I really knew my stuff lol. Taking pot out of fire, collecting water, hanging a leg of lamb under the tripod which I learnt from you.Legend!

@seanthomasdowd 3 года назад

Love the boot dryer idea, smoke from the fire underneath will also kill bacteria and prevent foot rot

@harrymills2770 3 года назад

Just know what you're doing drying boots with a fire. You can ruin a good pair of boots that way. But yeah, it's easy to get waterlogged in fall/spring in Pennsylvania. More dangerous than the dead of winter.

@thedaddechannel 3 года назад

Me: mmm, what is This? Dan: huh? It's Chicken! Me: hmm, tastes like smoked boot... Dan: It's 'y' branch chicken. Eleven! Me: eleven? Why? Dan: exactly!

@rylexautumn3766 3 года назад

While traveling the Himalayan mountains I once snagged a great large Yeti with a Y branch. Long story no time to tell right now So perhaps another time. Love your channel.

@Mike-gt1cs 3 года назад

The Yeti still spin tales of the Great Y-Branch Hunter. You are revered by their caste. They caution their children of your prowess.

@richardwiley5933 3 года назад

I've never understood why Yeti are so terrified by Y branches.

@apocalypticwarrior9695 2 года назад

The Yeti was left asking Y

@marknixon9914 3 года назад

When you used the y branch to get the bottle out of the fire. You could use a green y branch but leave both sides long and just squeeze them together around the top of your bottle and pick it up that way. And you can let the bottle go a lot easier that way. Not hard to get out of the bottle if you don't stick it in it to start with.

@HawaiianKong Год назад

Exactly what I was thinking, came here to say this

@itsasinine3337 Год назад

@@HawaiianKong same

@Traveling_with_FIVE_Cats 8 месяцев назад

So many "Y" branches!! Do you grow the "Y" branches!?! LOL! STAY STRONG!😅

@haliphax- 6 месяцев назад

Nearly spat out my coffee at the "Y am I sorry?" follow-up 🤣

@sibco96 3 года назад

The music was so cheery and uplifting.

@notazip6814 3 года назад

Your the real deal . A stack of simple Hacks CHANGES OUTCOME ! thanks man

@rattrap8819 3 года назад

When ya did the finger shooting, it sorta looked like a Y branch😀. Thanks for teaching us nice little camp hacks Dan.

@elderenchantments9804 2 года назад

I first have to say, out of ALL the Bush Crafters who create amazing helpful videos…yours are #1! I really enjoyed this video and decided to finally give you a comment. You are such a punny guy and I loved your fire starter idea using a “Y branch”… seriously can not wait to get out and try it! Also I know the kids will love the marshmallow idea…thank you so much for taking time to teach and just be an absolute joy to watch! Cheers and safe adventures! You rock!

@CG-wk6oe 2 года назад

Awesome video. Retired Army Special Forces Ranger here, your advice is spot on!!! Great advice. Thanks for sharing with the younger Gen. Major praises to you!!!!! To all, this guy knows what he is talking about!!!👍👍💪💪

@deangatlin7111 3 года назад

Wish I had a photosynthetic memory where I could remember all the stuff I have learned on here. Thanks

@juliusgonzo7527 3 года назад

This is Y your channel is so great !

@chriswilds5787 3 года назад

I see what you did there

@paulganzell442 3 года назад

The marshmallow thing, I haven't laughed so hard in a long time. Thanks for that.

@lonnieporter8566 3 года назад

Yeah, man; that slayed me too!

@jonathanhutchinson8494 3 года назад

Best part is your advertising characters points us to a God given free Y branch product.

@mrjones2516 2 года назад

I love your enthusiasm for the good ol Y branch 👍

@larryarnold1282 2 года назад

Just sitting here on my property watching the chickens (hawk security) and enjoying the video. Thank you that was very entertaining and informative A good short and to the point video Plus you energy made me smile

@rustykeller8264 3 года назад

You forgot, a Y branch for a back scratcher. To scratch those pesky bug bites, you can't usually reach (much better than the front sight on your rifle).

@stephenwright3501 3 года назад

Learning and laughing (a bit). Enjoy your presentations.

@kevinstrade2752 3 года назад

Dude. Just discovered your channel and am grateful for learning some tips. You are fun and entertaining as a teacher. Thank you!!

@ScottOut-n-About 3 года назад

Congratulations on the sponsor

@evanwilliams1972 3 года назад

On #5 you could find a way and anchor a piece of chordage to the shaft of the Y with the end tied on the tip of the short side to pull it into the shaft to act as a release from the bottle so you can use it again and not have a piece of stick stuck down on your Bootle

@chrisrobb8456 Год назад

Love your personality. Thanks for all your info. Learning every week using your info every month. Your the best. From Canada

@wisewoman7906 3 года назад

You're a true treasure! Love your sense of fun.

@antoanto5301 3 года назад

Thanks Dan, i look forward to seeing your videos, keep on going!

@willmorrison5950 3 года назад

Dan you are the man! Great y branch tricks! Love what you are doing! I can tell you love the woods. Thanks and safe camping! 🙏❤️

@MichaelDonlinAwesome 3 года назад

Went out yesterday and did the Y branch thing. Perfect...thank you.

@dracoargentum9783 3 года назад

That tenth hack though... epic!

@ronaldrose7593 3 года назад

Hello Dan, the answer man for all things outdoors, very clever. All the best to you. 🤗

@user-oo8xp2rf1k 3 года назад

The Branch grabber is brilliant. So is the fire start.

@danielstankewitz8520 2 года назад

Wow , that's informative ! I had used a Y- Branch for Fish Stringer too ! Thanx's Dan ! Two Thumbs up !! 👍👍

@dannyhorn9195 3 года назад

God bless you brother your a good teacher an these youngsters and adults need to know. Thank you

@TheScoundrel70 3 года назад

"Y/y" branch? WOWbranch! Yup, I'm here too Dan! Great tips!

@andecovillage 21 день назад

Who doesn't love a Y branch. From our off-grid homestead in New Brunswick, Canada.

@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234 3 года назад

Good hacks Dan. Thanks and take care.

@tylerfoss3346 3 года назад

Dan Wowak, king of the Y branch! Thank you for the outstanding videos that contain very useful information. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

@electricladylounge 3 года назад

Just discovered this channel and I love these little tips n tricks.

@davidblackwell3788 3 года назад

Y Branch stands for YES you can stop struggling and being hassled. I really like how you put it in your description. Another great video...

@papajeff5486 3 года назад

Neat, clean, well organized, pro, way to go , man. Thanks, Dan. Texas

@klounpound6945 3 года назад

You got a really positive attitude that makes these videos even better. Subbed

@kurtisfalcone1958 3 года назад

These videos are solid. Simple, effective, and practical. Keep up the great work.

@stevenhill9447 3 года назад

Hack #5: Use a y or wish bone type Y with two equal limbs and place a scissor hold around the neck, or cut the stem part very short and stick that end n first all the way to the bottom causing the long ends to expand out to the sides of the bottle. When I find myself in a RU-vid rabbit hole it's usually your vids or the stuff you do with Townsends (American Frontier), keep up the great work.

@Seamus3051 3 года назад

Thanks Dan for the several useful tips. Many are old " trail walkers " but there is ALWAYS something new to learn; that's what keeps life interesting :-) :-) Cheers.

@mat-ventures 3 года назад

Tip number 4 is the most interesting for me, as I often struggle with fire. Thanks mister!

@harrymills2770 3 года назад

That was pretty slick, giving it some air. But you can achieve pretty much the same thing with two or more sticks stacked to form a 'v' or an 'x' and you start your fire in one of the corners, for wind-break and structure.

@TheGlaw1 3 года назад

Love your attitude.

@jojow8416 2 года назад

Brilliant ideas here. Thank you for sharing your woodland engineering mind. My goodness, you have a double in a town called Nelson, B.C. He is my cousin and has your happy energy. I am on a mission to watch all your videos. Thank you and God Bless!

@brodatywoczykij1137 3 года назад

That's awesome Dan. Thanks for sharing.

@jacquiblanchard3131 3 года назад

Great video and tips, Dan. Thanks!

@KimberlyRPeacock 3 года назад

Love your channel, passion and enthusiasm. You have a natural talent for communication. I'm a fan.

@davecalf9155 3 года назад

I’ve been watching RU-vid videos for well over a decade. Without a doubt, this is one of the clearest, well-produced, and informative videos I have seen. I’m headed to UCO to purchase solely in support of this content.

@bobhead6243 3 года назад

Hi man , love the comedy in your presentation ,such a change from the so serious stuff some people show ,be well .

@musheromushero287 Год назад

I'm glad you saved the most important for last. my favourite.

@edwardcnnell2853 3 года назад

My thought on the tent pegs is they are the investment of the resource of time. You take them with you to use later freeing up time for other tasks. When they become worn they are added to the fire.

@klounpound6945 3 года назад

Good thinking

@308dad8 2 года назад

Wooden pegs sure but people get so mad when you burn plastic

@jbelme1 2 года назад

I watched some Hondurans hand-clear a property. They were using huge Y-fork branches to move their loads of brush to the burn piles. Really slick.

@CommonCentsOutdoorsman 3 года назад

For double the fun use a double Y branch or what I like to call... a "K" branch!

@stevenreid2969 3 года назад

excellent uses of the y branch.....thanks for the info

@craigrobertson6082 3 года назад

This was great, my first vid of Dan. Amusing and informative. Merry Christmas.

@artzreal 3 года назад

always makes me laugh. always to the point, no nonsense., hidden gems of usefulsurvival/bushcraft tips... top notch channel

@h2hcamey 3 года назад

Another awesome video! Thanks!

@joelvansickle3623 3 года назад

This is AWESOME! Thank you for the video brother

@realreviews4294 3 года назад

nice video Daniel Son! I'll never throw a Y branch away again. life changing

@richardwiley5933 2 года назад

Life changing?! Absolutely - everytime I see a y branch now, I want to cut it down and take it home - even tho I'll probably never use it. Sickening how a good , clear mind can get warped do easily. 🤣

@Glacieangamelobby 3 года назад

Awesome tecniques i'll be sure to utilize around the house or camp thanks for the vids bro!!!

@whathappenedwas7083 3 года назад

Always a pleasure to see your videos

@miker5502 3 года назад

Great Y Branch video...will definitely use some of these tips next time I’m camping ⛺️ Cheers from Nova Scotia!

@thoughtsfromathenasreality 3 года назад

Thank you Dan! I just bought an acre of land. These tips will come in handy!

@davidleasure9138 3 года назад

Awesome tips light humorous and informative

@user-rm3ky3hv7s 3 года назад

I do like his style, excellent instructions!

@venomrubiconjku2816 3 года назад

Your videos are so easy a child could survive outdoors very informative great job and keep them coming

@jshavluk4342 3 года назад

I feel like you deserve to put an ad halfway through your video. Not only you informative you're very pleasant, time well spent and I definitely wouldn't mind supporting you more with the mid video ad.

@fredb.3618 3 года назад

Enjoy your videos because they are super informative and short and sweet

@dave-yeahthatsme3925 3 года назад

I love your videos,I always learn something. Thank you so much!!

@rescueraver 3 года назад

Love this new tip series

@jaysooz1604 3 года назад

Hey Dan, I'm looking forward to retirement so I can do this stuff, thanks for all the great tips...

@simonepalma4756 3 года назад

Y branch is the icon of the italian scout, especially for the rovers, nice video!

@kamilbmx 2 года назад

Noted. Camping gear = y branch(es). Hahaha, loved your video.

@jackvoss175 2 года назад

Dan, I like your knowledge, your methods of teaching that knowledge, and the smile in your voice. Good on ya! Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

@stacier1396 3 года назад

Very Smart clip Thank You for Sharing!!!!!

@cyclegolferrushjunkie2870 3 года назад

Awesome.... Thanks for the knowledge.

@Alex77439 2 года назад

Great video, thank you!

@ejc636 3 года назад

So simple and so brilliant.👍

@ATinyPlace 3 года назад

I really like the boot drying idea. What I usually do is that I take smooth rocks from the river and place them in boiling water for a while, then take the hot rocks and place them inside the boot. Dries up quick!