🌳Learn how to prepare tools and materials found in the forest for building.
🌱Discover how to make pottery using clay and natural materials found around streams.
🔥Master the art of starting and maintaining fires using rudimentary techniques.
🍽️Find out how to find and cook insects for sustenance in the forest.
🏠Witness the process of building a hut from scratch using natural materials.
How long did it take to complete the year-long challenge?
—It took approximately 9 months to complete the construction of the house and establish a self-sustainable lifestyle in the forest.
What materials were used to build the structures?
—The structures were built using clay, mud, stones, and handmade bricks. The roofs were made with tiles crafted from clay.
What types of tools were used during the challenge?
—Most of the tools used were made from materials found in the forest, such as stone blades, wooden sticks, and vine ropes. Some metal components such as nails and hinges were also used.
How did you hunt for food in the forest?
—Insects and bugs were the primary source of food. They were caught by searching for them in rotten logs and cooking them by wrapping them in leaves and burying them in hot coals.
How did you start and maintain fires?
—Fires were started by using a rudimentary wooden bow drill system to create friction and ignite tinder. The fires were then maintained by adding dry wood and maintaining proper ventilation.
00:15Prepare tools and materials found in the forest for building.
01:00Learn how to make pottery using clay and natural materials found around streams.
02:06Start and maintain fires using rudimentary techniques.
05:03Find and cook insects for sustenance in the forest.
19:23Witness the process of building a hut from scratch using natural materials.
27:34Discover how to make ropes from the peel of a banana tree.
33:11Learn how to cut trees and create wooden door hinges.
38:10Make a mat for a warm and comfortable bed.
