Survival Bros hunts for urban treasure at local thrift stores around town in Eugene, Oregon. Cameron McKirdy must have been to eight shops that day. All of the searching paid off, wouldn’t you say? Thanks for watching another HD video production. Please subscribe today via email! Happy hunting Survival Bros. More on http://www.cameronmckirdy.com
Produced by Cameron McKirdy and Sarah Whisler
Certified yoga instructor Sarah Whisler guides you through an easy warm up, workout, and cool down in this HD video production. We filmed our “flow” in Seaside, Oregon. Our hope is that you use this video, and create more joy and peace in your life daily. Stay tuned to Survival Bros, because we will be creating even better instructional routines soon. Make yoga a part of your practice, and glow in all the benefits. If you like the video, please share this workout with a friend. Positive comments are also welcome. Thanks! http://soulsearchersarahgirl.wordpress.com/
Sarah shows you how it’s done on her yoga mat near the beach in Seaside, Oregon.
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By Cameron McKirdy
BREAKING NEWS!
Two Killer Whales, or orcas have been spotted migrating North near Cannon Beach in Oregon State. I was enjoying a wet hike from Short Sands Beach at Oswald West State Park out to Cape Falcon when I shot this HD video. When I climbed to the edge of a dangerous cliff near the water of the Pacific Ocean I saw these 2 beautiful beasts approaching on my left. I had to get my LG G2 smart phone out to film, but I was torn between looking at the creatures, and the camera screen. However, I saw plenty of my friends, and got the shot for all of you.
This was possibly the best experience of my life. Orcas (and dolphins) are magical creatures, and probably smarter than humans. I think they wanted to hang out with me. But one slip, and I would have gone tumbling down the mountain side, and become fresh fish food. I was only posted up at the location where I spotted these mammals for a few minutes. After they left, so did I. I’d seen the best, and it was pouring. All of my clothes got soaked when I made my way back through the damp plants. I didn’t mind being cold. I was amped from seeing my wild buddies do their thing. It gave me energy for the journey. Now I don’t ever want to go to a zoo again. It’s not the same. Stay wild!
Here’s more RAW footage I posted on my other YouTube channel
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By Survival Bros President Cameron McKirdy
Play ball with the Survival Bros mascot Mocha The Puggle. She is a pug and beagle combo, and contributes often to the blog. This is HD video of her catching and throwing the mini tennis ball back to me. She is the best. Having a pet like a dog around sure boosts moral during tough times. Doesn’t she look fly in the Seattle Seahawks jersey? It’s big, but she likes her gear baggy. More fun productions at http://www.cameronmckirdy.com
Mocha has conquered Saddle Mountain in Oregon
By Cameron McKirdy
Survival Bros brings you another great product review in HD video. The ElliptiGO 11R is excellent for climbing mountains, and can go where any road bike can travel. I was lucky enough to catch a professional competitor at the RV park to review the outdoor racing elliptical cycle. Special thanks to the veteran that made time to share his experience with us all. I’d love to hear what you have to say on this product. Please comment if you own and ElliptiGO, or why you want one. At $3,500 for the racing model, I don’t know that I’ll be getting an elliptical cycle, but one can dream. Personally, I think this would be an excellent full body workout, and perfect for rehabilitation from an injury. It’s comfortable, smooth, but kind of heavy at 39 pounds. I will have to schedule a test ride at a dealer near me soon. Watch out Portland!
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By Cameron McKirdy
Survival Bros gives you a tour of the 1986 Volkswagon Vanagon, and discusses van dwelling. I use the Coast Products TX100 LED flashlight to show you how dark the windows are now with tint and black vinyl covering them. Look at the other gear I use and how, including my Kelty Recluse 2.5 insulated sleeping pad. You have to have some kind of mat to lay on to be comfortable camping.
I’ve been doing a great job of staying clear of local police. I continue to camp on private property with permission from the owner, or legally at camp grounds. Plus, by staying at designated rest areas, the cops can’t charge me with overnight camping. The police have better things to do anyways, like uphold their oath to The Constitution, and keep the peace. We know law enforcement is big fans of our emergency preparedness blog, so thanks for visiting! More adventures from the road soon.
Produced by Cameron McKirdy with Tactical Gypsy
In this HD video Survival Bros shoots a Glock 19 with a KKM precision barrel, and a 17 round Glock magazine. Tactical Gypsy was practicing trigger control, and getting in range time. Good technique huh? It sure is fun blasting steel targets, but glass bottles are still my favorite. Please subscribe, like, and comment. Oh, and participate in this poll to see the results of our question. Stay tuned. Thanks for visiting the blog.
By Cameron McKirdy
I’m always challenging myself. That’s why I decided hiking Saddle Mountain in Oregon on consecutive days would be a hardcore mission. I camped out a night, took photos, cooked, and rested in the VW Vanagon often. Besides achieving my goal, and reaching the summit back to back, I also met some cool people. There’s so many beautiful girls from Portland that make this day hike, it’s ridiculous. I gave them all a hard time about being tourists. I’m from Seaside, a local, and don’t look so out of place.
Take a look at the picture galleries I created for each day. The wildflowers were exploding, and made the hike much more pleasant. Plus, they gave me a chance to stop, breath, stretch, and take in their sweetness. I also spent time creating a video of Humbug Mountain. It offers a marvelous view point, and is only .2 miles off the main Saddle Mountain trail. So are you up for the Survival Bros challenge? Can you hike to the summit twice in two days, or maybe twice in one day? Somebody will take me up on this. Let us know. Good luck! Tons more soon, only on Survival Bros.
Day One Gallery
Day Two Hiking
Survival Bros Founder Cameron McKirdy goes inside an old American WW2 bunker near the hiker cabins on Tillamook Head. Using a LED headlamp, watch Cam enter the empty fortress. This building housed a radar installation during World War II. The bunkers and cabins are between Ecola State Park, and Seaside, Oregon. There are trails each way. Before your visit, read up on Lewis and Clark’s trip to this beautiful location. Please like, comment, and SUBSCRIBE! Thanks.
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Inside the World War II bunker near Ecola State Park on Tillamook head in Oregon
An Ultralight backpacker’s 30 liter bag setup
Cameron McKirdy snaps a selfie on a cliff above the Pacific Ocean
The Tillamook Head Trailhead in Seaside, Oregon
In this classic video production Survival Bros backpacks from Indian Beach to Seaside, Oregon. Cameron McKirdy stops at the cabins to show you his gear, and take a nap before hiking back in the dark. Read our previous blog about the trip HERE.
By Cameron McKirdy
On outside:
– S Biners
– Blinking Red Light
– Tool Tether
– Grocery Ties
– Compass Keychain Tool
Front pouch:
– LG G2 with Ballistic Shell Gel Case
– Ear plugs
– Wall charger for smart phone
– Superfood pills – Maca, turmeric, bee pollen, B 12
– Duct Tape on card
– Coast Products PX20 Dual Color flashlight with pouch
– Camera Case (Case Logic)
– Kershaw Blur – Tanto Tiger Stripe folding knife
– Leatherman Skeletool
– Moist Wipes for hygiene
– Toothpaste and travel brush
– Chapstick
– Ballpoint Pen
– Listerine Breath Strips
– Sharpie Oil Pain Pen
– Tide Pen for stains
– Large Professional Sharpie Pen
– Coast Products DX356 knife
– Large Bic Lighter
Main Pouch:
– LED LENSER H14 Headlamp
– Dri-Fit Nike Hat – Go Ducks!
– OPTIONAL: Change of clothes, solar panel
– Notebook for ideas, contacts, calculator
– GSI Outdoors Stainless Steel 1 Liter bottle
– Mechanix Wear M Covert Gloves (Large)
– Coast Products F611 Survival Knife with glassbreaker
– Camelbak 3 Liter hydration pack
Right Side Pouch:
– Food Kit, Airborne Plus Energy Mix, raw food bars, honey, protein bars, condoms, vitamins, Chapstick sample, sugar, oatmeal, dish-washing soap, tea, salmon packets, instant soup, microwavable popcorn, and more Antibacterial Moist Wipes
Left Side Pouch:
– Aluminum Free deodorant, poncho, emergency blanket, Gerber Bear Grylls Survival Kit, spare cell phone and charger, camera charger and camera, shampoo, soap
Notes: Everyday Carry Backpack items change all the time. Make something like this for yourself for everyday emergency preparedness. My pack also has a rain cover, but I have considered buying a medium sized dry bag. I also carry 3m protective sunglasses, paracord bracelet, keychain with tools, one Hoo-Rag bandana, my wallet, and a mace pen, but the self-defense weapon fell out in my van before filming. Oh well, I survived. Please like, comment, and subscribe to the blog and our Survival Bros channel on YouTube. We are on Facebook too! Thanks for watching. Peace and love.
Photo of the full EDC Backpack Gear Setup for Survival Bros.
Survival Bros by Cameron McKirdy 
