@David Canterbury
— · 73 videos curated
Bushcraft, survival skills, self-reliance training, and preparedness-focused gear and woodcraft knowledge.
19 videos in Shelter
Freedom Camper Update: 3 Nights of Camping & Upgrades
First impressions and lessons learned after 3 nights using a camper setup for overlanding; planned improvements to a practical vehicle-based camping system.
Tripod Torch: A Game Changer for Overland Camping
Two-minute gear review of an elevated tripod torch for camp warmth and ambiance during overland and base-camp setups.
My Rig 2027: Jeep Gladiator + Freedom Camper Tour
Nine-minute walkthrough of a truck-camper setup: exterior, sleeping quarters, and camp living configuration for overland travel and outdoor basecamp living.
Toggle Tricks and the Pathfinder Dog Bones
Practical bushcraft techniques for using the Pathfinder Dog Bone toggle in tarp setup, cordage connections, and camp shelter configuration.
4 Day Squirrel Camp 2026 | Complete Camp Setup & Gear Review
41-minute walkthrough of a complete four-day hunting camp: shelter, layout, cooking setup, gear choices, and lessons learned from the field.
Pathfinder Bed Roll Sleeve: One Piece, Multiple Camp Uses
Two-minute walkthrough of the Pathfinder bed roll sleeve—how to pack it, set it up in camp, and what cord and attachment details enable its flexibility.
The Best Cook Set for a Bedroll? My 6-Year-Old Design
Six-minute walkthrough of a lightweight, multi-function cook system designed for traditional bedroll camping: boiling water, preparing hot food, and grilling over open fire.
Easy Saw Buck for Base Camps: Simple Woodsman Setup
Two-minute walkthrough building a rope-and-natural-materials saw buck for controlled firewood processing at a longer-term camp.
The Secret Design Feature of the 1910 Canteen Cup
Three-minute breakdown of the clever handle design on vintage military canteen cups and why the engineering still matters for field cooking and camp safety.
Offset Tarp Guy Line Compensation for Shelter Building
Seven-minute walkthrough on redirecting tarp tension when anchor points don't align perfectly with trees or terrain—a practical shelter-building technique for uneven landscapes.
NEW PF Poncho | Improved Shelter System & PF Poncho Pole Setup
20-minute hands-on walkthrough of poncho-based shelter configurations, pole setup, and weather protection in actual field conditions.
Taking the FSS Backpack to the Next Level | New Oil Cloth Backpack
Walkthrough of a modern oil cloth backpack inspired by classic US Forest Service designs, covering construction, features, and practical application for bushcraft, camping, and woodcraft.
Simple Transition Shelter with PF Poncho Poles
Two-minute walkthrough on reconfiguring poncho and tarp shelters using Pathfinder Poncho Poles for increased headroom and usable space in camp.
How a Survival Instructor Makes the Ultimate Tarp Pack
19-minute walkthrough of building and packing a compact tarp shelter system designed for fast deployment and organization in the field.
Old School Shelter Trick for Stronger Tarp Setup
Three-minute demonstration of a traditional technique to improve tarp tension, protect ridgelines, and make camp shelter setup more reliable without expensive hardware.
Mid-20th Century Camping Gear That Still Works Today
Walk through a retro camp built with authentic mid-20th century gear—canvas shelters, lanterns, steel boxes, axes—and learn why classic designs remain practical for modern bushcraft and survival.
The Best Multi-Purpose Canteen Cup Cook System I've Ever Used
Nine-minute walkthrough building a functional USGI canteen cup cook set: component selection, nesting organization, and cooking technique over open fire.
New to Camping, Bushcraft, or Survival? Start Here!
36-minute primer on essential gear, skills priorities, and common beginner mistakes in bushcraft and survival training, emphasizing knowledge over equipment.
New M81 Oil Cloth Products Made in the USA | Tarp & Cordage Tips and Tricks
Eleven minutes on oil cloth tarps, cordage selection, and field-tested shelter setup techniques for bushcraft and emergency preparedness.