18th Century Smokehouse: Smoking Brain-Tanned Deer Hides for Traditional Crafting | DIY | Bushcraft
In this engaging episode of The Woodland Escape, Peter takes a step back in time, modifying his smokehouse to authentically replicate methods used in the 1700s. With a focus on traditional craftsmanship, he carefully smokes four brain-tanned deer hides, preparing them for an exciting future project: crafting historical knee breeches. The detailed process highlights the ingenuity and resourcefulness of 18th-century techniques. While the hides absorb the rich aroma of the smoke, Peter enjoys a hearty, old-fashioned breakfast of fatback and fried sourdough bread. This charming interlude provides a glimpse into the rustic culinary traditions that complement his historical journey. This episode is a perfect blend of history, craftsmanship, and homestead living, offering viewers an immersive experience of life in a bygone era. Remember to subscribe to our channel to dive deeper into the fascinating stories of the past that continue to shape our present. Drop a comment to share your thoughts, —we'd love to hear from you! We're passionate about sharing our adventures and a slice of history with you. Support us by liking, subscribing, and hitting the notification bell for a weekly dose of a wee bit of history and unique tales from the frontier. Your engagement helps us keep history alive. Join our community! 📺 Featuring: Peter Kelly 🎥 Cinematography, Production & Editing: Catherine Wolfe 🎵 Music Courtesy Of: Richard Fortier and Al MacDonald Mandolin instrumentals: Michael Righi Violin music: Meghan Balogh Thumbnail and description: Shane Kelly 📬 Contact Us: [email protected] FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 📘 Facebook: The Woodland Escape #Bushcraft #PrimitiveSkills #DeerHideTanning #TraditionalCrafts #DIYLeather #LeatherCrafting #SurvivalSkills #HistoricalReenactment #Homesteading #OutdoorSkills #WoodlandLiving #CraftingTradition #SelfSufficiency #KellyStation #TheWoodlandEscape
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