DUGOUT CANOE BUILD - Full Version - Surviving the Great Barrier Reef Expedition Ep1

This is the full narrated version of my one year full-time dugout canoe build. I built the canoe for a 1500km solo expedition up Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, surviving completely off the land and sea.

Aside from describing the challenges of the build I also explain how I build it with the tools available 1846 shipwreck survivor, James Morrill. I'm placing myself in his historic predicament to see if I can sail up the reef to an old rescue haven set up on the remote northern tip of Australia.

I'll be releasing an entire Youtube series about the upcoming expedition plus a feature film and roadshow tour of Australia with the film and canoe.

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Thanks for watching:-)
Cheers
Mike

[stevedavid]

In an age where most guys can't even change the air filter on their rig, it's great to see this kind of talent making something from guessing that your dad passed down alot of his own practical abilities. Great adventure.

[haroldludwick]

Hi Mike, when you visited the Cooktown Museum with interest in our old canoes on display I thought you were pulling my leg when you told me you were gonna build and paddle a canoe up the coast to the Tip of Cape York... bloody well done mate!!

[rohinisuri]

Aspirational Courage and Passion with a great sense of adventure and capability...thank God for people like you Mike in this century.

[sathancat]

@16:21 I love how the cow is just chilling out, she's helping
That was really cool! I like how you ended the video with the wisdom that the things that make us grow the most are often outside our comfort zones.

[RogueCorps]

I'm glad a reaction channel directed me to where credit is due. Wow, amazing build! Not an Aussie, but thank you for your service as well.

[charlesleblanc]

Man I thought building a Birch Bark Canoe was complex ! Fantastic craftsmanship.

[asotpan]

Incredible persistence and perseverance and human strength in a world where most folk can only push buttons..

[JayCWhiteCloud]

Hey Mike...!!!

Just found your video tonight while reviewing questions from students...There are lots of things I would suggest doing differently, but I mean that as a HUGE COMPLEMENT...!!!...since you really went through this process in the true spirit of discovery as found in "experimental archaeology" and traditional craft learning being done today by many...

After 40 plus years of teaching traditional life skills (what many now call "bushcraft") and traditional woodworking, you are to be commended for your wonderful efforts. I really will look forward to reviewing and watching more of your video efforts and the fine job you do as a videographer!...

[BushKayakersCampingAustralia]

Wow some people are remarkable and some are truly remarkable you are both . The grit grind dedication and discipline you possess are 1 in a million . This is my forst video I have seen of yours . I am hooked . You now have a new binging subscriber 👍

[Gabz-gjmn]

I really like how you are trying to make everything as authentic as possible, it will make your work feel so much more rewarding. Good job👍

[geoffrey]

Absolutely fantastic! No idea why this has this few views, bloody well done! Cheers from Canada!

[wingitmissionfishingoutdoo]

Very inspiring mate, i am half way through your audio book on the journey and facinated with the build. Great to get eyes on the process and great to come across your channel. Will get stuck into more vids once i finish your book. Looking forward to it.

[ZarzyckiRoSSY]

Hi Mike, this is terrific work - well done! I really enjoyed your presentations since now building some proas and dinghy in Poland. I've been with my family and worked in Newcastle for 2.5 year since 2000 :‐) All the best from Poland, Pawel

[keithburlison]

Great start ...can’t wait to follow the full expedition.... so much hard work has gone into it 👍

[narah-gbju]

I like the environment like this. The atmosphere is very beautiful. I like it very much📸📸💓💓

[jackfntwist]

Wow. I could watch this all day, every day. Subscribed.

[danielowens]

Beyond awesome handmade with your adventure there's nothing else I can say you're enjoying life thank you again for your videos from Daniel

[matoage]

This video was great Mike, really enjoyed all the detail, can’t wait to see more of your work.

[poppy_pete]

Amazing and inspirational, thanks for sharing and looking forward to your travels. Stay safe.

[anthonydoherty]

Mammoth effort so far, admire your determination. Can’t wait to see how it plays out! 👍