Boreal forest exploration

Revolverrodger · Nov 6, 2016

I did a minimalist scout today up north in the boreal forest.
-One knife
-One folding saw
-Nalgene bottle
-Titanium cup
-Map / compass
-Backpack
As a challange I chose a far away lake on google maps and decided to try to reach in with only map and compass.
I have to say that it was quite a challenge but after a long hike I found that lake ! As a bonus I saw a nice deer.
All in all it was a great exploration of an area I was not familiar with.

Please post your adventures !

Here is the vid for those interested:
[video=youtube;QJcjfxbv-PQ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJcjfxbv-PQ[/video]

upnorth · Nov 9, 2016

Looks like a pleasurable romp bud, good for you. I still have 3 reusable grocery bags filled with Birch paper bark from this years northern trips.

hunter55 · Nov 9, 2016

Nice video! nice exploration! thanks for sharing. And a question: what knife is that?

Revolverrodger · Nov 9, 2016

I'm ashamed to say that the knife is a moded cold steel gi tanto
Not very high class

upnorth · Nov 10, 2016

Revolverrodger said:
I'm ashamed to say that the knife is a moded cold steel gi tanto
Not very high class

But do you really care ?

I bet that the steel composition and heat treat are higher end compared to what the traders used in the 1700's. I wish you peace and pleasure in your outdoor forays.
:thumbup:

bruno_go · Nov 10, 2016

Very nice material. Thanks for posting.

Bufford · Nov 10, 2016

Right now is an excellent time to be out in the boreal.

Revolverrodger · Nov 10, 2016

Yes fall is a beautiful season
Not too cold or warm
Less vegetation so easier to travel

You are right concerning the steel of this knife... it is good enough to do what is needed

JoberSeven · Nov 13, 2016

looks like a good time. thanks for sharing.