Haversack Survival Kit 

I also have an Indy bag and think it is the perfect haversack for me. In the front pocket, I keep a piece of foam cut from a sleeping pad. To sit or kneel on. I use one of the water bottle pockets to hold a large poncho, rolled up, which is my shelter. With my water bottle in the other water bottle pocket, I keep a cup, and bottle stove. The cup makes it easy to take the bottle in and out for a drink. Many times I will carry a Trangia Burner and coffee and or Tea bags.

Nice gear if you remember to put it all back .

why are you going to drop your pack and "wander away" ?

It's okay to say it, man purse. I own one.

You've a calm and reassuring demeanor. Perfect for such a channel. I'm definitely not here to hate, as I truly believe you have an important message. I do, however, take into account that such guidelines and advice must be geared towards assuring a safe and prepared experience for all skill levels - especially newer ones. As you clearly said yourself, there are several redundancies, but each one understandable. In my 40+ years of outdoor living, and the accumulated hundreds of years of experience between my associates as well, I have found that many, if not most, items packed and carried are superfluous as skills increase and improve. For many, this goal is attainable through dedication and experience. Incrementally, loadouts can almost be halved as skill levels increase. One example, and I've used it many times on those wanting to go this way is cooking/mess/eating gear. No need for a knife and fork when you already carry a knife and a spoon will do. Simple. Nice channel and good work.

I really like your kit...but please...Don't shine your light into the camera...I mean Whats with that anyways? Seems like everyone is into blinding their viewers...LOL...woods

Haversacks have been around for centuries. Way longer than a purse has. Soldiers used them for centuries to carry food and eating implements. In fact, it is my opinion, feel free to disagree, that when these same said soldiers came home with their haversacks that the wives grabbed them up and used them to go to the Markets to place their purchases in. They are still used today in some army’s and make awesome bushcraft packs along with belt carried items and rucksacks!

Agreed. The Victorinox Farmer SAK is a wonderful little back up to carry. The saw & awl are quite robust and very useful.

I use a Czech Army Canvas Shoulder Gas Mask Bag. Most of these "Bushcraft" Channels pack the same "Survival", "Lost in the Woods" Gear. I keep a Bedroll/Shelter on a shoulder strap Swag Roll with my candle Lamp attached to it. The ground Cloth is a Romanian Army Plash Paltka, 1 wool Blanket and a Tarp or another Plash Palatka for shelter. The haverack has 1 Water Bottle, Cook Pot, head lamp, batteries, Saw, Medical Kit, some cordage, small Fire Kit, & a few other things. I carry another 2qt US Army canteen across my shoulder. I have a Military Belt whit a Fixed Blade and a Fire/missilanious Pouch, & a 22 side arm cleverly concealed in a Military pouch (I have a Permit). A draw string Food Ditty Bag is tied to the SWAG ROLL across one side of my chest to ballance the weight. It is very comfortable and I hardley use a rucksack anymore. I like old school and like to cook, really cook. I bring fresh food and Homeade Pemican & Hard tack for soups or stews. I always bring more Food & Water and leave the redundant things behinde. After all, I am out there to relax and have fun, not barely survive. Great Video, I am a new subscriber.

Can you send a link to your belt pouch, nice video and thanks for sharing 👍

originally haversack was for carrying your food in, back in the day. nice looking haversack, YHS, campdog

Does that thing close with PRESS STUDS?

I always carry 1 pound of Walnuts, shelf stable, no cook, calorie dense @ 3000/lb, 65% fat + 14% protein + 14% carbs - 7% soluble fiber, this is about 2 days of food. A person (or squirrel) can survive on Walnuts.

Fantastic video i teach bushcraft in uk and love a good haversack. Only thing i would add is a small hatchet.

I never understand, these guys, who carry six knives and ten fire starters. As a kid, I would have a book of matches to start fires, never had a problem. What is missing is soap and cash. The Haversack looks cool.

I just carry one knife, a boy scout folding knife to minimize weight, and a poncho and trash bag for shelter.

Interesting enough. I have an original MkVII British Gas mask bag. The kind Harrison Ford carried in the Indiana Jones movies. But he should have been carrying a MkVI. Since the Mk VII bag did not come out until 1941, I think. I know it was after the Dunkirk Evacuation. Just a thought.

Admittedly "looking masculinely badass while carrying a semi-ornate leather purse" is a daunting tightrope, but you can dip your toe pretty deep into the fashion hot tub before you risk looking unmanly. After all, the reason Indiana Jones looks so cool is precisely because someone with a lot of fashion knowledge out a good deal of consideration into his outfit.

CAMPCRAFT makes great gear, I have their 2 quart pot bag. Nice kit and informative and beneficial video!👍

Well, now ya gone and done it! I just ordered the Indy after watching this video so when my wife finds out… I’m throwing you under the bus brother! 😂 (Just Kidding) Thanks for the kit and gear review, good stuff. God bless.

I always like to carry a Fallkniven DC3 and a military style poncho.

My haversack weighs about half a gallon of milk have you bought 4 ponds

have you ever considered using a surveyor / timber cruiser vest with multiple pockets in conjunction with a 'utility' belt ?.. as a forester spending countless days in the woods you can pack most of that gear without dealing with toting a bag ..

I've been hunting, fishing, backpacking, and canoeing, for just shy of 60 years. From the boreal forests in the far North, to the alpine regions of the Rockies, to the desert and the Great Plains. Too much of what you have is gimmicks. Haversacks are over rated. They dangle and flop. Now, I can't bespeak for everyone, but when I'm heading to the outdoors the only thing I'll need to cut is firewood, or maybe whittle on a stick around the camp fire, or render game. Fire kits? waste of space. Aside from a lighter, a woodsman should be able to forage the necessary components any time and any weather. Spear heads? What are they intended for? And those card things in general are a gimmick. I'd rather make up a fishing kit from real hooks, line, and some sinkers. Perhaps a few flies and twister tails. One thing I didn't see was what I would consider the most important....a first aid kit.

Didn't see any tea bags or emergency food supplies ie ,chocolate, biltong/jerky, bovril/oxo cubes, salt sachets !

Nice looking haversack and great kit! Awesome stuff bro!!

After the Maui fire I am totally rethinking my Go bag. To a much lighter bag. Still cover bases. But much less stuff. We saw how fast they had to evacuate. Another example was when the Ukrains had to flee their country with children and husbands and wives were separated. A much lighter bag I believe would serve better. How many are in good enough shape to really run with a giant bag with heavy tools.😮 You can't hide behind a tree with a giant bag on your back. Tag... they got you!!

For the gorilla tape I use those junk fake credit cards you hate to get in the mail 😂. Wrap gorilla tape on on side and some bright electrical tape on the other side side. Takes up no space or weight for the most part.

6x8 poly tarp for me. Far more realistic. Small tarps just can't keep you dry in a real rain. 12oz for a thin one.

I would recommend a solar phone sized charger in order to charge your headlight

No poncho ? Given me some great ideas for mine cheers from Australia

I appreciate your insight on the components that you carry in your Haversack. ThankS! - Tennessee Smoky

A small .22 cal pistol and 200 rounds of ammo (long rifle)…!

Only thing missing from your fire kit is a dehydrated bonfire, Two is one, Fifty is a pyromaniac 😂

What brand is the havorsak ?

Great load out. I always have a small boo boo kit

You know, I have never been a fan of sling bags. But I have to confess your video is making me SERIOUSLY reconsider...

I use my awl 'awl' the time if you will excuse the pun!

Great video! Greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹

What Haversack do you use? I am looking for a good one. I have a copy of the M1936 Musette bag, which I think will work. Just need to finish water proofing it. But I like yours.

Hello there..great video...I'm gonna ask a stupid question sorry haha but that single wall thermos with the black cap , when heating water in the fire do you remove the plastic black cap or leave it on...even loosely perhaps as not to explode..

You have three or four things for each application...why?

Very nice kit. New sub

Definitely gave me some ideas. Jason sent me and I am glad he did.

On your card, you said those work as an L7 spring snare or for fishing? How are you using those for fishing?

Received mine yesterday -Indy Haversack & Belt pouch. Very happy.

Recently now. The haversack has become an interesting idea. I'm looking forward to adding it to my gobag. Reason is, I've been thinking my big bag is just that, BIG. If i get separated or deliberately leave it behind, it sure would be nice to keep a smaller kit with me. I'll probably keep it inside the big bag, maybe inside for starage, then grab and go mounting it seperate on my shoulder. Don’t know, just hallucinating right now.

I always always carry2 shamogh. Amazing tool.

What do you sleep in? I always carry an army surplus poncho liner. It can be a sleeping bag, or blanket by the fire for extra warmth. When I’m hunting it’s great when sitting in a stand or on the ground. My kids & grandkids live to put it over them when they get cold in the ground blind or deer condo.

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Shalom

I have a WW2 medic satchel and I use to carry heavy stuff with a previous haversack and now I do carry so little

I just run across your channel. Going to sub..

Do you sell any kind of gear?

8:00 source on that leatherman kangaroo pouch?

Nice load out 🤠

Thank you

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