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Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Chris Speir

54 episodes

1 day ago

The Primitive Camping & Bushcraft podcast, hosted by Chris Speir from Speiroutdoors, offers practical tips and insights to help outdoor enthusiasts enhance their wilderness skills. Each episode dives deep into topics from Chris's book, "Primitive Camping & Bushcraft," covering everything from essential gear and survival techniques to building a community of like-minded adventurers. Perfect for both seasoned pros and beginners, this podcast equips listeners with the knowledge they need to thrive in the great outdoors.

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The Primitive Camping & Bushcraft podcast, hosted by Chris Speir from Speiroutdoors, offers practical tips and insights to help outdoor enthusiasts enhance their wilderness skills. Each episode dives deep into topics from Chris's book, "Primitive Camping & Bushcraft," covering everything from essential gear and survival techniques to building a community of like-minded adventurers. Perfect for both seasoned pros and beginners, this podcast equips listeners with the knowledge they need to thrive in the great outdoors.

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Episodes (20/54)

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

The cheap Hammock That Beats My $300 Ones

In this episode, I share my first-hand experience with the Mitzli hammock, a uniquely designed camping hammock that solves many of the common problems hammock campers face. From setup to comfort and durability, I break down why it’s now my official go-to gear for Speir Outdoors trips, and I close with a reminder of where real peace and safety come from.

1 day ago

26 minutes 54 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Primitive Camping Comfort: From Military Cots to Walmart Chairs

After a few weeks away dealing with personal and family challenges, I’m back at the fire to talk about camp comfort — from cots to chairs and how they can change your outdoor experience. Along the way, I share how these comforts parallel life’s seasons, drawing from James 1:2–4 about perseverance through trials.

1 week ago

29 minutes 17 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Why I’m Freeze Drying My Own Meals (And Not Chasing Trends Anymore)

After mentoring boys through Truth in Nature in the hills of North Georgia, Chris returns home with a deeper mission: to prepare real meals that matter. In this episode, he shares the launch of Primitive Camping Rations, why he's freeze-drying his own food, and how he's building a new YouTube channel: The Watchful Prepper to document the journey from scratch.

4 weeks ago

23 minutes 12 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Primitive Camping Q&A What Real Campers Are Talking About Right Now

In this episode of the Primitive Camping & Bushcraft Podcast, Chris dives into real-time conversations from the Primitive Camping and Bushcraft Facebook group, spotlighting member posts, gear debates, camp setups, and the importance of community learning. Blending field-tested wisdom, faith, and real talk, this episode is a laid-back yet deeply reflective fireside chat about making do with what you have, staying grounded in your gear and in grace.

1 month ago

33 minutes 20 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Don’t Let Gear Fail You: Simple Tools for Backwoods Repairs

In this episode of the Primitive Camping and Bushcraft Podcast, Chris dives into the essential gear every outdoorsman should carry for field repairs, from duct tape and zip ties to sail needles and floral wire. Whether you're mending a tarp, patching your boots, or improvising with what’s in your kit, this conversation equips you to handle unexpected breakdowns in the wild with confidence and skill.

1 month ago

28 minutes 55 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

How to Preserve and Flavor Fish in the Wild (Bushcraft Style)

In this episode, Chris breaks down how to smoke fish in the field using nothing more than a fire, a few sticks, and some floral wire. Learn what woods to use, how to avoid ruining your meat with bad smoke, and why Magnolia might be your new favorite cooking wood.

1 month ago

29 minutes 21 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Primitive Pest Control: Real Mosquito Defense from the Campfire

Mosquitoes, ticks, red bugs, this isn’t your average camp chat. We’re talking real field-tested bug defense and how it ties straight into keeping your faith sharp and your walk strong.

2 months ago

39 minutes 43 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Soap in the Wild: Clean Hands, Clean Heart

In this episode, Chris breaks down how to stay clean in the woods, covering everything from DIY soap-making to clever ways to carry soap-impregnated paper. It’s a gritty, God-centered look at survival hygiene—and how cleansing the body and soul aren’t all that different.

2 months ago

21 minutes

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Food, Gear, and Faith: A Fireside Chat from the Riverbank

This unfiltered fireside conversation was recorded the morning after a real kayak-and-camp trip down Black Creek with Chris and Dave. From midnight owl encounters and campfire steak to gear reviews and gut-level reflections on faith, it’s a raw look at the kind of talk you only get outdoors.

2 months ago

30 minutes 46 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Not All Firewood Is Dead: Starting Fires with Green Trees

In this Memorial Day episode, Chris breaks down three field-tested tinders—arrowwood, mimosa, and tongue nut—and how even soaking wet woods can spark a fire when prepped right. He ties it all back to faith, asking: are you ready to catch the fire God is trying to ignite in your life?

2 months ago

28 minutes 43 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

The 25-Pound Rucksack: What Gear Really Matters

In this episode, Chris Speir walks through his journey of downsizing from a 75-liter overpacked setup to a streamlined 32-liter Rothco rucksack, breaking down what gear truly earns its weight. Along the way, he reflects on Jesus’ words from Matthew 6, challenging listeners to trim the fat not just from their packs—but from their hearts.

3 months ago

33 minutes 34 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Skill Vs. Steel: Why Your Knife Is Only as Good as You Are

In this episode, Chris breaks down what it really means to trust the knife you carry—and why your skills matter more than your gear. From field-tested blades to biblical truths that cut deeper than steel, this is a raw, faith-grounded talk around the fire at Camp Wut-Da-Heck.

3 months ago

28 minutes 5 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Fireside Talk: Real Talk from an Overnight Kayak Campout

Chris and Dave sit down around the campfire during an overnight kayak trip to talk about camping, faith, and real life experiences. They share laughs, answer surprise questions, and reflect on how time outdoors shapes both their thinking and their Faith Walk.

3 months ago

59 minutes 23 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Wet Wood Won’t Apologize — Building Fires When It Matters

In this episode of the Primitive Camping & Bushcraft Podcast, Chris tackles one of the ultimate outdoor challenges: starting a fire with wet wood using only one match. Broadcasting straight from under the tarp at Camp Wut-Da-Heck in the middle of a thunderstorm, he shares practical fire-starting advice and a faith lesson about rekindling your spirit when life gets soaked.

3 months ago

29 minutes 25 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Camp Wut-Da-Heck: Why I Hit Reset and What’s Coming Next

In this raw and reflective episode, Chris Speir relaunches the Primitive Camping & Bushcraft Podcast from Camp Wut-Da-Heck—a tribute to his late friend Scooter and the roots of outdoor authenticity. He shares why he's stepping back from chasing algorithms to build a meaningful community through purpose-driven content, faith, and real skills by the fire.

4 months ago

17 minutes 27 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

What’s in My Camp Kitchen? Pots, Percolators, and Proven Tools

In this episode of Primitive Camping & Bushcraft, Chris breaks down his personal camp cooking gear—from titanium pots and antique store finds to trusty Dutch ovens and survival kits. It’s a fast-paced, hands-on walkthrough of the cook systems he's tested in the woods and why each one earns its place in his pack.

4 months ago

21 minutes 1 second

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Hearty Camp Meals on a Budget

In this episode, Chris Speir dives into practical and affordable campfire cooking—sharing his go-to meals, essential cookware, and recent antique finds that still hold their weight in the woods. From skillet meals to percolator coffee, it's all about enjoying the simple pleasures of primitive camping without overcomplicating the gear.

4 months ago

25 minutes 15 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Must-Have Cooking Gear for Primitive Camping & Backpacking

In this episode of the Primitive Camping and Bushcraft Podcast, Chris Speir shares an intense personal experience involving a grease fire while cooking outdoors, highlighting the importance of fire safety. He then transitions into a deep dive on outdoor cooking methods, discussing essential gear, cooking techniques, and how to prepare delicious meals while camping with minimal equipment.

5 months ago

27 minutes 51 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Primitive Camping Meal Prep: How to Save Money and Eat Better in the Wild

In this episode of the Primitive Camping and Bushcraft Podcast, Chris Speir dives deep into freeze-dried and just-add-water foods, breaking down their convenience, cost-effectiveness, and practical use in the outdoors. He shares personal experiences with making his own freeze-dried meals, tips for food storage, and insight into how to maximize nutrition while minimizing pack weight on camping trips.

5 months ago

38 minutes 44 seconds

Primitive Camping & Bushcraft

Camp Cooking Made Easy: Dehydrating Food for the Woods

In this episode, Chris Speir explores the power of dehydration for outdoor meals. From making protein-packed beef jerky to creating lightweight, flavorful vegetables, learn how to turn fresh ingredients into long-lasting food perfect for camping, backpacking, and survival.

5 months ago

35 minutes 23 seconds