Primitive Survival Fishing Catch & Cook Fish Hook Cactus 

Hey Group, Hopefully this adventure is well received, we’ll see how everyone feels soon enough. This was a long day, tried some new filming techniques out and learned more do’s and don’ts. All in all, the day was a success and I hope that everyone enjoys this. Feel free to play this video several times to get the average view duration up (it gets this video suggested more). Comment, like and share if you can. From the Hansler Family, thank you to all of those supporting this channel and making productions Ike this possible. Take care and as always... Until Next Time, Bob Hansler

I love Hucks attitude of not really given AF he truly is a high level animal spirit i love him he really is funny to me

Lots of work for a fish, but you earned it.

The dog probably has its own survival skills just by looking at you do all these things.

Notice he is missing his gloves after swimming... the newb probably lost them in the water.

Dear Bob, Hill Country Texas old widow woman/retired Sped teacher here living on 3 acres on a red dirt road. Retired and moved here 10 yrs ago not knowing diddlysquat. Been working on diddly ever since. Started thinking I would never make it to squat until I found your channel by chance a week ago. Was looking up how to cook yucca flowers. Found you..Bingo! They were tasty. Then something about your demeanor drew me in. Have binge-watched with my dogs ever since. This particular video is superb. I was 17 the very first time I visited the Davis Mtns.I remember thinking and feeling that it was a magical place. That was 52 years ago. This video rekindled my passion for those mountains. Glad to know that stellar fellers like you are carrying on the traditions of Texas and sharing with all of us. You and yours are in my prayers. With warm regards to you and your lovely wife, Shauna Holly Belle Gilmore

This audio is horrible with the wind! This guy needs to get a lav mic.

Thanks for taking me along Bob.

I'm keeping this one in my stressed out playlist. That scenery is magical in the way it calms and soothes my soul even through a camera lense!

Food must be bad if the dog won’t even eat it. Yuck.

I was just curious... 2 hours ago... This guy is addictive. Love his style. You are an inspiration for basic living. I feel alive just watching you. Nice work.

Unparalleled scenery. There is just something about an area that has been through a flash flood recently. Great video, Bob!

.........This is a really professionally made production..... Shawna got some great camera angles....and quite a few of them.....Your choices of background music was perfect for the occasion/setting. Kinda reminded me of The Magnificent Seven there at the end.That canyon is made for very sure footed people and mountain goats. It's small wonder you wound up in the creek...made me cold just watching. I could tell Huck was worried about you after your swim, he is an exceptional dog. Your drone footage is exceptional as well.....really adds a huge perspective to the country......Very good video and very well made.....Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to the whole family.....Be safe......

Hey Mr. Bob Hansler, A while back I came across a video of yours that told about how Yucca was edible. I have lived in Texas all my life and I never knew you could eat Yucca. First video I watched I learned something useful. Every video of yours I watch I discover a real world lesson and I want you to know I appreciate it. I know you had some medical problems. My wife and I said some prayers for you. Not sure why the good Lord might listen to me but I hope you are well and getting better. I am 60 years old and a Texas native and your sincere, down to earth and often surprising information is very much appreciated. Thank you and God Bless.

Great video, beautiful scenery, and have to disagree with comment about Huck. He really cares about Bob, he stays by his side and watched his back. Thank you for sharing this with us.

Dude this guys voice is so nice I could easily fall asleep to him

Another great instructional vid... I think that your dog may be one of the wisest creatures on earth. It’s in his eyes. Even the way he snubbed your meal in the end was priceless!

Can't describe how heavily my wanderlust is weighing on me, stuck in a minimum wage job with aspirations to travel and experience everything this world could offer, your videos ease my troubled mind Bob, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

You need to give your camera opperator a raise. Their professionalism on this was through the roof. I would of been laughing so hard. Great video through and through.

I love watching your videos. You have so much acquired knowledge that I highly respect! This is what life is and should be about....another man's treasure, so many people will never understand this principles and values

Another cool vid Bob. Remember, everyone, hit the thumbs up for Bob. Maybe click on an ad too. There's a lot of effort that goes into these vids.

Soo excited to see Bob and huck again! Wishing the Hansler family happy holidays and always looking forward to new adventures

Watching these reminds me of our survival camp outs. Unfortunately my troop was in England and we didn't get the opportunity to do this kind of fishing. Most of our training was snairing rabbit and foraging berries and tubers. Saw your hat and knew what was up. You are an awesome bush master!

mr. hansler you'll never know how much pleasure i get from watching you do your thing. so glad you are back at it. got steered to you thru the wooded beardsman recently, and found out about your health issues. you are an eagle scout - that says a lot. - you are a teacher, thar says more. i have binged on your videos since. you have a lovely wife and i suspect she did some camera work here. you are a truly gifted teacher. in my neck of the woods timber rattlers are nearly gone, as are frogs turtles and bats.50 years ago they were all in abundance. during the depression my grandfather made money snaring rattlers with a cane pole and wire snare from the den in the bluff above his house. sold to the university of iowa. i think it was to make antivenom but i don't know if that is true. anyhow it is wonderful to watch your very well done videos. the best out there actually. you are still young and i wish you the very best life has to offer. you have most certainly enriched mine!

Huck's such a good boy.

That's really a great old dog Bob. What a good companion.

That looked like a fun day. Beautiful country, too. Thanks, Bob.

What an awesome place. A great place to be with a beloved 4 legged best friend. Was kind of hard to hear, but in a rocky place like that it is what it is. Thank you for what you teach us.

I was hooked, I watched the entire video and I recommend everyone watch it, it's all worth it and the best part is at 45:20 the look on the dogs face priceless, I honestly enjoyed this video

Yes! Another primitive fishing video - Thanks Bob!

Your a great Teacher ( and you do have something to teach) don't stop ! You have knack for it. I hope your getting better,. Stay active, keep your mind and spirit strong. Spending a day following you thru the woods and desert would be a privilege !

Bob Hansler not wearing sunnies! Loved your iconic aviators but love seeing your eyes even more. Hope this means you’re all healed up and that your sight and health are on the mend. You look GREAT.

An almost hour long video. What a treat!

Love the cap Bob my son is a Eagle Scout and I have been in scouts as a ASAP for years retired last year proud to see you with a scout cap on makes me proud of the time I have given

I want to be a mans man like Bob one day.

Bob! You are my favorite channel. Couldn’t click fast enough. Love what you’re doing and keep it up please! You’re the bob ross of nature videos 😂

I'll never stop wanting to hug your dog

Great content as always man, I don't live in Texas but i am from southern Arizona and it isn't that much different in terms of Plants and Wildlife, so I always feel that sense of home when I see the terrain that you explore. Always nice to see there's someone else who knows how to live off the land and knows how to respect nature like you do. I usually watch these just as a way of remembering home, seeing as I moved to the east coast and I dont see that kind of land anymore. Big fan of your videos mate. Stay safe.

Love all your videos they give me a yearning to tag along as I love exploring, thriving and fishing and such its freedom quite unlike anything else. Safe travels Bob, my prayers go with you.

video after video from you, Bob. I've learned so many things. Thank you. Also, I've also learned you have the best dog in the world. Huck is a one of a kind!

Your comments to yourself 👍😊 Good Bob

Mr Hansler ive watched many of your videos and i haven't seen that big a smile on your face until this video i aslo noticed you weren't wearing your shades glad your eyes are workin better my friend or i assume they are cause you used to never take em off either way you seem alot happier and im deffently glad to see that im go back to watching the video now...

Some people think Rudolph is the Christmas Special Short Movie but I prefer the Bob Hansler Christmas Special. 😁

Hows ur eyes now a days friend? I keep u in my prayers.. I'm so glad u have huck! He is like ur seeing eye dog ;) he knows the way good ol huck

we enjoyed this program it enhanced our knowledge . than you bob .

I love your videos, but I always keep an eye on Huck whenever possible throughout the whole thing. I'm still puzzled how he knows exactly when and where to go, when and where to stop. This dog reads your very soul man!

Beautiful scenery and quality videography!

Just dropping by to support you, Bob! If you're reading this and you don't know (random RU-vidr), Bob is now unable to post anymore videos due to his health condition. If you have the time, go back into his older videos and watch them before bed or something. That'll help him get a little revenue to help with medical expenses and hopefully help him get back to where he can start posting things again. Thank you, also send Bob and his family your thoughts and prayers.

Watching your videos is a wise thing to do. Love every minute of it. Thanks for this wonderful video, Sir.

nice to see you n huck happy Christmas Bob ~rad~

rock climbing and cowboy boots...lol....hell yea Bob!

Thanks for sharing Bob. Great to see you’re still out living out one adventure after another. As a wise man once said “ every man dies, but few ever really live” thanks for sharing your adventures with us. God Bless you

Perfect landing of a fish! Excellent form brother!

I wish I had a dad like Bob... Or just a dad in general :/

I’m only half way through the video, but I had to pause to SUBSCRIBE and to comment: THANK YOU for your low-key, unassuming, gentle and highly engaging teaching & sharing style! I am SO enjoying this- the scenery, the camera angles, the specific content, the instructions, the soothing vibe... I only wish your faithful and attentive companion had a tail to wag, because it is very clear that they are devoted to you & are enjoying the whole experience!😂😂 Thanks so much for sharing & for teaching 💐💐💐 (Now: back to the video to see that fishing line in action!!.....)

Bob: Huck, wanna warm up by the fire? Huck: All I need is you, Bob...

You know, I fly back and forth between my hometown of Los Angeles, and New York City, and I'm always amazed at the beautiful land across our beautiful nation. Sadly, I'll never get to see all of our country in my lifetime, as she is vast. Up to 5 and a half to six hours sometimes, of pure flight. However, your videos allow me to appreciate the beautiful land that still exists here in our beautiful nation USA. Keep up the videos. Sometimes the Amazon blood in me wants to swim in a river, spear a fish, and watch the stars unfettered by city light. Like how my mother used to back in her younger years in Equitos, Peru. Living off the rain forest and Amazon river. Be safe, and a Merry Christmas to you and your family ❤😊

These videos make me so goddamn happy

Love it when you doesn't give af when the cactus cling onto your hand

Yay. Bob and Huck! Great seeing you guys.

fish didn't want to bite, frog didn't want to jump, fire didn't want to burn. beautiful spot. sometimes it is like nature is in between heart beats

I always say I'm only watching a couple minutes but then get sucked into the whole episode

A brisk swim is a treat Bob I suppose its all how we see each thing as we pick to see it as. Hope if it was a chilly dip you warmed up soon as you saw need to.

Love the video as usual! Perseverance is a must and that is what I saw. Plan A doesn't always work out. You showing and overcoming the waterfall showed me that you know how to survive no matter what. Thank you for the great video. 😀

I’m glad you made it out ok. Sometimes, a rope maybe handier than we realize. As for Bear, he always seems to use one.

Bob there's a spirit watching you and Huck in the rock wall @ 27:45-about 27:49 you can see a huge face (center of the screen) watching as you cast. This must be a special place indeed..

These places are amazing and beautiful nature spots

This video was quite the experience. Stunning location, smooth filming, great narrative, neat fishing lesson. What more could you ask for??

The more one knows, the less you carry. And from watching your vids I can tell you know alot. A gear dump/EDC video of what your main go-to items are would be nice to see. Great county out there, awsome vid!

Great to see you back out there again. Awesome video as always

That's great. A day outdoors with your dog is a great way to spend your time.

Haha, Bob's misadventures, love it!

Thanks bro. Another nice and chilled video. Best vibe for a Sunday afternoon watch. Greetings from London UK. Bless hucky too. 😊

It's been too long Bob, but enjoyed video like always. Keep up the good work.

Always happy to see an upload

Hey Bob thanks for your always awesome and educational videos. I am born in raised in Odessa Texas and I am also a naturalist and forager and you and your videos have been great inspiration for me.

Great video & survival tips Bob, excellent videoing Mrs. Hansler, good hanging with your master Huck, thank you all! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year Hanslers! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to everyone!

Peace out and have a fabulous Christmas. Loved the video too :)

I'm always in awe of these great videos. Absolutely amazing amount of knowledge and skills. Thanks for sharing.

we don't have cactus but I have used a safety pin for a hook before and it worked, you just have to keep tension on the line to bring in the fish.

I come here for the keeping it real primitive skills, your ability to laugh at yourself and Huck. Hope you had a great Holiday season. Top upload :-)

Huck Looks Well Fed Already ! Smart Video Buddy

Been watching your videos for a while. Like someone else commented, I'm old and handicapped and can no longer do these activities so I get a lot of enjoyment out of them. Merry Christmas to you, your wife and daughter. Happy New year.

Such a decelerating channel....absolutely love it

Thank you for your knowledge and expertise and thank you for sharing that very same knowledge and expertise I appreciate all you do I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers God-bless

Love the backround music adds a nice touch ;) ty again kindly for all your effort

He really trained Huck well

Thank you for the wisdom, Bob.

A good thing about the acorns is you can mill flour for bread just reserve a day for it

Always enjoy your videos bob, I live in Newfoundland, Canada. Its great to see similar skills i like to use and learn in COMPLETELY different environments ! Please keep it up, and Merry Christmas!

Much respect from everyone here at Vikingbags!

I know that place so well!!! I spent the entire summer of 2012 there as camp staff. Buffalo Trails Scout Ranch is an amazing place with so much adventure. We did the cavalcade program and one of the campsite was not far out from the notch. Hope you enjoyed it as much as we all did!!!

Ol Huck, stoic as ever in the intro. Love this Bob!! I wish you well and can't wait to see what you guys have to bring us next✌️

Another great video! Merry Christmas to you and your family Bob! God Bless!

Keep spirit brother,, spirit look like a submarine,, he huge but still meaningfull to many human❤️🎺🌿🎉🌷 Love you son,, dont forget litle cake and music 🥞🌹💐🎺

this is quite honestly one of your best if not the best work youve put out the editing is amazing and just the whole video captured my attention. thank you for putting this stuff out here also good news i got my first elk this year hes a monster.

I swear I adore Huck!!!! He's such a good boy!!!

8:38 Huck was like "Dont know what that rock did, but Im outta here before he goes crazy on me next."

Bad rock, bad rock what ya gonna do, whatcha gonna do when Bob lays a whooping on you? “Sung as the theme song for Cops.” Filmed on location. All rocks are presumed innocent until the fishing line is made. 😂.

Has Huck lost weight? Glad to see you all out and about. Thanks for another video.