Creek Stewart/Fat Guys in the Woods

james terrio

james terrio

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My wife and I recently watched two episodes of this show, and frankly we enjoyed them. I'm curious if you folks have seen it, and what you think. It doesn't appear to be "Man vs. Hotel".

Yeah, obviously it's made for TV, but it seemed a bit less "EXTREME" and a bit more in line with what a small group of, well, fat dudes would have to deal with when taken out to the boonies for a week. Cobble together some shelter. Get a fire going. Find water.

Get hungry and cold and realize that this sort of thing actually sucks pretty bad if all you have is the clothes on your back, a water bottle, one way to strike sparks/produce an ember and a small knife.

What really impressed me, as far as TV "survival" shows go, was that they didn't jump off cliffs or drink their own pee. :rolleyes:

The host/instructor, Creek Stewart seemed pretty reasonable, too.

So what's the deal with this "Creek" dude? Anyone have more info on this cat?
 
He is an instructor/owner of a place called "WillowHaven Outdoor" and he wrote a book called "The Unofficial Hunger Games" I own that book and like it quite a bit. His info on wild edibles in the east is very helpful, I haven't died yet! :p

WillowHaven Outdoor is a survival school that Mr. Stewart owns in Indiana.

Here's a link to his website: http://willowhavenoutdoor.com/

I hope this helps! :thumbup:
 
I also like the show quite a bit. They actually cover some skills which is nice, and then put them to use at the end for the solo portion. Creek seems like a pretty genuine and likable guy too.
 
mountainmist said:
He is an instructor/owner of a place called "WillowHaven Outdoor" and he wrote a book called "The Unofficial Hunger Games" I own that book and like it quite a bit. His info on wild edibles in the east is very helpful, I haven't died yet! :p

WillowHaven Outdoor is a survival school that Mr. Stewart owns in Indiana.

Here's a link to his website: http://willowhavenoutdoor.com/

I hope this helps! :thumbup:
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Great post Mountainmist. May have to check his survival book out and perhaps his novel that is forthcoming.

I have watched one episode of the show and it seemed to focus on skills rather than stunts.
 
Potentially the most realistic "survival" show on TV. :)

Seriously though, his book "Build the Perfect Bug Out Bag: Your 72-Hour Disaster Survival Kit" is one of my favorites on the topic.
 
I really like the show. It's a nice change of pace from the other shows out lately.
 
I find this show a little offensive to those with a stomach. Just because someone has a stomach means they don't have the skill or knowledge to survive? That is complete B.S. in my books. The way I see it is it's more about knowledge and skill rather than physical ability in a survival scenario. Sure a triathlete may have the physical endurance to run, climb, and jump across mountains. But he or she will get hungry or thirsty and if they don't find civilization fast enough, well they're screwed.
 
I've watched three episodes and enjoyed them. Not as much hype as similar type shows but I have doubts about the trapping on each episode "paying off" the day before the guys start their solo trip. I still agree that it is a nice change of pace and will watch it again. Thanks for the heads up on the book I will look for a copy.
 
Yea I really enjoy creek and his books aside from his website he has willow haven outdoors on YouTube has a few good and helpful videos lately its bern promotion for the show but still, but ig you really watch the show the people are never singled out for being over weight or madefun of, I think its more like if a bunch couch potatoes(usually battling some other problem) can make it off grid for a week itll inspire others. Plus at the end one gets a new Ontario blackbird sk-5 with a custom leather sheath from hedgehog leatherworks is really sweet.
 
Watched an episode last night and enjoyed it. The bird traps made were nice.
Creek seems like a pretty calm dude, which is a trait I admire. I don't need people yelling, looking panicky or over exaggerating while teaching others new skills.

My 8 and 12 year old sons liked it too and are planning to build a lean-to in our woods today.
Anything that gets kids motivated to goof off in the woods is a good thing.
I will watch again.
 
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My favorite thing about Creek is when they actually catch food he always says something like" what no we didnt. ..nuh uhhh" its like he doesn't expect the traps to work. But I guess realisticly 9 out of 10 dont
 
We actually don't know if they in fact caught something in their traps or quarry was placed to add to the show content.

I have admit I like Creek. Wonder if that is his real name? Who names a kid Creek? I might, but I'm crazy.
 
Great thread, thanks James. I haven't heard of this show\these dudes ? It sounds refreshing to have average Joes out there fiddling around in the boonies. I guess that I fit the initial descriptor of an older ''fat guy''. Kind of overweight, but that goes up and down seasonally, and I sure get my dirt time in. I will have to check all of this out.
 
I.N.F.K said:
I find this show a little offensive to those with a stomach.
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I'm a fat guy. I'm way over-qualified to be a "guest" on the show (not really qualified to be the host, though). I am not offended by the premise or the title.

I found it very encouraging in its tone towards people who apparently volunteered for it, to kick-start their desire to get in better shape through a little adventure and challenge.

Nothing offensive about that at all.

fishiker said:
Not as much hype as similar type shows but I have doubts about the trapping on each episode "paying off" the day before the guys start their solo trip.
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In at least one of the intros they basically admit that they may or may not cheat on the trapping and/or fishing. *shrug* If that's the biggest BS involved, I can live with it.
 
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