Wow!! Thank you so much for your comments and support! I'm truly overwhelmed and I'm learning a lot. I apologize for not responding to each and every one of you - you're putting so much time and effort into your comments and I'm reading every one of them.
My Self Reliance Try at the end of every video REALLY STRESS liking and SUBSCRIBING. Maybe event a decorative text banner. I am a long time subscriber and have many channels I follow. You ask for subscribers the least of all my channels. Maybe that would help. Good luck! LIKED AND SUBSCRIBED. LOL
Shawn.. I love your videos. I get notifications on my phone. But actually watch the videos on the T.V. and I forget to go back to the phone and hit like..Sorry.. So...sometime play the banjo for us..I assume the introduction music is you. I enjoy it. Would love a place like yours along Alder Creek in Virginia City Montana.. Dreaming..
I don't think you could do anything different Shawn. Perfect amount of updates and your production is top notch! Keep up the great work mate. Enjoy every minute of it 👍
I loved the way she was waiting for more to come out. She is a great dog and Shawn trained her great. Like when the water first was coming out and she went to drink it or play with it. Shawn told her to wait and she stopped right away.
Shawn people are lazy. They will take all the hours of pleasure you give us and not bother to do there part. My husband is 90yrs old visually handicapped and hearing impaired and he always want to know what is Shawn doing today. We make a cuppa and I sit with him and tell him what he misses with hearing and sight. Such a lovely shared time together. You bring joy to our lives. We applaud all you do for us. Thank you so so much for your beautiful friendship we cherish you and yours. 💐💐🎶🎶🙏
Hello Shawn; To try answer your question. I have just recently subscribed, although I have been watching your channel for about a year. I like to see Canadian content. In the past I have subed other channels, and there content drifted from what it was originally. I have come to very much enjoy your content, and of course Caili ! So far you seem to be true to your ideals. Do not worry about subs, they will come. I am getting older ( soon 70 ), and don't get out much. Your channel is a very enjoyable to me. Cliff
There’s a guy(Captain Disillusion) that’s been on TH-cam for over a decade putting out really solid content and his subscriber count has just ticked over the million mark. I’m not sure there’s a direct formula for success (I certainly wouldn’t know it) but I’d say being at 600,000 in the length of time you’ve had your channel isn’t anything to dismiss. Keep up the great work!
No worries Shawn. Its an impossible task to answer everyone. You keep it real and honest, which is why I like your channel so much. Keep the vids coming.
If I were you I would not change a thing. This is hands-down my favorite channel on TH-cam and I’ve been watching your videos since the summer of 2017. It’s very inspiring to watch somebody work like you do, And I love your self reflections.
There are millions of people out there all with different likes and dislikes. You became popular because of what you did in Season 1. You gained respect from all your subscribers because of your determination, and ethics. What we all fell in love with is now beginning to change. You posted one video each week of your work. Now you want suggestions of what to do to help with new subscribers. You were doing it right the first time. Like they say, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. You can become a slave posting something everyday or every other day. It's not necessary. Just do what you started out doing, the way you did it then. If people want an explanation of everything you are doing and why then they need to pay you by the hour for the education. You are a man building your home as off grid as possible in the wilderness all by yourself and that is what the draw is.
I find myself in agreement with Sue Smith. At least in part. I watch this channel because you My Self Reliance are bringing back old ways of living. You are visually showing and aspiring some people to live the life you are creating for yourself. I like to watch you build things that are not common to see in this day and age. I also like the fact that you are by yourself doing it. I too am a alone with most of my projects so it inspires me to see someone else accomplishing tasks alone. I don't mind the talking. I have some thoughts about future videos that i will comment in a separate comment.
I must be a multi tasker I listened AND watched Cali she's so darn cute. There are three reasons why I view and subscribed. 1. I Love watching things being built. 2. The video of the scenery. 3. I also Love Cali's antics. I guess there's really four because I'm amazed at what you can cook / bake in your outdoor kitchen. Love your videos...keep them coming please.
Denise has hit it right on .folks like us love nature and watching things being built .. also wondering if I have the ability to accomplish all that he has ..love cali too .. wonder how old she is?
What she said. 👍🏼 Plus, I just moved to a rural location for the first time in my 60 years. BEST DECISION EVER! I’m no pioneer woman but I gain ideas and inspiration from every episode. Thank you, Shawn, for everything. Your contribution to the world has improved my life. Common sense and generosity are far too rare nowadays yet your demonstrate those characteristics in abundance. Keep on keeping on! 🍁
Hi again Shawn, this kind of proves my point in answering your question. I'm an old guy(65) not familiar technology. I only recently purchased a tablet and discovered TH-cam. My only reference to subscriptions were magazine subscriptions which had annual fees. When my daughter informed me that TH-cam subscriptions are free, yours was the first channel I subscribed to.I don't think this explains the total difference in views/subscriptions, but that's how it was for me.
I would agree with everything you've said, Denise, and I am a long-time subscriber, but if I look at Shawn's videos from the point of view of a "browser" who happened across the channel, I would be put off by the scenes where he makes coffee for a minute or so, eats his dinner etc. We all do that sort of stuff but we don't build a log cabin, walk in beautiful country, fish, paddle a canoe etc. So more of the unusual and less of the mundane. A new viewer needs to have the video packed with interesting content to make him subscribe; lose his attention for a minute and he won't subscribe. No offence, Shawn, and I hope none taken.
Cali kind of made it hard to pay attention to what you were saying sorry, but she is so comical to watch. But she is such a good girl you have trained her well
I watch all of your videos. Every one that you make I watch it. I don't comment every time because I don't know what to say. Plus I don't type very well' I make a lot of typing mistakes and have to go back and correct myself on every other word. I have Parkinson's disease and I can;'t hold my hands steady. In my young life I experienced kind of what you are doing now. I know what its like not to have electricity or running water. That is just the way life was when I was growing up. We didn't no what a garden tiller was. Our garden tiller was and old white horse that pulled a plow. Clothes were made out of flower sacks. I lived on my grand parents farm. Usually the only time we ever went to town was for coffee, sugar or flour. Everything else was made or grown on the farm.
Hi, you should learn to use voice activated services to type messages, or comments. Most keyboards have this function these days, and more. Ask someone you know to help set it up. Or find self-help articles online. My 86yr old mother-in-law does this for text messages.
You have an incredible channel !!! It's so calming and interesting. I don't think there are any other channels on youtube like yours. Don't worry about subscribers much, you're doing a great job, been watching your videos since first day of your log cabin construction. You're a good camera man. The channel is unique. Wish you good luck !
In answer to your question, although I do subscribe to your channel, I hesitated at first because TH-cam decides that if I subscribe to your channel, I must want to see every log cabin video out there! You are interesting, most of the others are not. In fact, there are some real nutcases out there I get recommendations for! I enjoy your analytical viewpoint, your love and care of Cali, and the fact that you protect your wife from being viewed.
@@sharkyshark1 Well, I *DID* find Shawn through my Recommended For You suggestions. But the number of "survivalists" out their is big and has some real nuts included. I like Shawn because he is genuine...
It will put the same videos in your suggested box based on what you viewed. Subscribing is literally for you to prioritize specific youtubers and have notification options.
I am retired in Texas and I too watch all of your videos. Your postings allow me to venture out into beautiful nature and see things I have never seen before. I appreciate all of your efforts and know I am not the only one! Of course, Cali adds her grace and charm to your videos. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR POSTS! I am subscribed and have been since the day I found your channel.
Same for me, and for the second channel since that started. I don't turn on notifications, however, since have my speed dial pointing to the subscriptions page. My best guess would be that it's not the same viewers for every video. Is there any way for you to check that? I wouldn't rule out youtube doing something funny with the numbers, they've been pretty bad lately. They collect the ad revenue and if they say you have less subs and so you get less dollars that leaves more in their pockets.
Hi Shawn to answer your question there are various reasons why people do what they do but trust me it's nothing that you are doing wrong.I think in this age people are becoming overwhelmed with everything to which is why you have choosen your path....your channel and videos are fantastic keep up the great work you do.
Cali enjoyed emptying the barrel! She is so into being involved with what you do! When I first started watching you I didnt think you ever spoke! I enjoy watching you work and play! If I were a hundred years younger I would consider doing what you have done!!
some people subscribe to channels so they don't miss something that may be consecutive. For example .. The nursing school education channels have really high video views like over 300K EACH, but low subscribers 400K, because we use them for reference and don't need to watch them in order. Think of your channel like a TV series where there is something coming up next week that ties into what we just watched. I personally watch your channel because the only outside air I have had for 3 years is walking from my car to class/hospital. I need your channel to show me that the outside still exists!
I live in a 200 and something year old squared log cabin. As much outdoors as him. Been there. But, I still watch this. I like comparing tools and methods. For example, my corners are dovetailed.
I have yet to find another channel on TH-cam to be so addictive and engaging. The production is first class. When Cali is on screen our 6 year old Lurcher cannot stop watching ! (Its a dog thing Shawn, don't take it personally :) )
Mr James Thank you for your hard work on creating such a unique and adventurous channel. You have inspired me to purchase a cabin in the North Georgia Mountains. It's not off grid but with your inspiration I am working on making it as self sufficient as I can. This is a new adventure for my wife and I an want to thank you for sharing your journey. I can't get enough of your videos so please keep them coming. Steve
I'm like Patrick, below. I've just caught up on your videos (your cabin building videos anyway) after finding you about 1 month ago. I'm blown away with everything that you have accomplished and look forward to all of your future work/videos. Keep up the great work! Very inspiring stuff.
Perhaps it's that not every viewer has an account, and the ones who do don't subscribe to many channels? I'm a serious user and My Self Reliance is my favorite on youtube by far. I just discovered your Shawn James account a few months ago but I've watched nearly every video. Great stuff, it keeps me going.
Shawn, Been with you from the beginning. No rhyme nor reason is the answer to your question. It's the internet. People are fickle & that's that. You don't need to change a thing. You have almost as many subscribers as there are people in Hamilton. Just stay true to yourself, it's what people love about you and why they subscribe.
Love love love what you are doing. Please DO NOT change how you present YOUR channel to us the viewer. Your videos have an almost magical quality in presentation. My husband and I really look forward to seeing what you are doing, we even go back and re-watch a lot of your earlier videos. Thank you for sharing and teaching us about life in general. With much appreciation and thanks from Iowa.
love the channel. helps me decompress. My answer to your question is you have to let the viewers know more about what is coming. In other words, your plans for the next month or so and they will miss out if they don't subscribe. I know you are building the bath house, but what is next after that?
Thank you. To answer your question, I'll probably change my mind before spring, but I know this winter I'll be renovating the loft in the cabin and then garden, a workshop and root cellar
I think that's a grand idea in theory, but ideas change, new one arise and honestly I'd get a bit pissed if I was looking forward to a video that never came out lol.
I have been subscribed and bell rung for a long time. This is one of the few channels where I watch each new video several times. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
I never comment on you tube channels, but your posts are keeping me Shane, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I’d love it if you could post more videos. Best wishes to you and your family x
Hi! I subscribed a month ago because I get to live there vicariously!! I can almost smell the fire and woodsmoke and snow and trees and your cooking and Cali’s sweet soft fur and the water and.....😍
Im a 76 year old male. My family has all passed away. I am alone in the world now. I find your videos make me want to find new interests and continue my life. (Picture is me 40 yrs ago by the way). Its called the "will to live" and I think most of us have it in some manner. I think you have thought about how your life should be and acting on it. We all act on it in some form once we get fairly old.
I watched for a long time before subscribing. I generally just don't subscribe to channels... Yours is the only consistent channel I watch. Otherwise, I "search" or browse for content. Your content is great and consistent in quality...thus I subscribed.
I think people don’t subscribe because honestly they don’t know what that even is, or how/ why to subscribe! I went years without knowing myself... 🤷🏼♂️
Shawn this is the first time I actually commented on any video I watch on TH-cam. I enjoyed watching you take your time when you built your cabin. I also enjoyed watching your kitchen go up. Your living the life in the hills, mountains that I dream of. Keep up the great work with your creations and stay true to who you are. Again Thank you
My ageing mother bought a smart TV that she watches TH-cam on and i know for a fact she doesn't know how to like or sub to anything. I wonder how many others are out there with the same situation. It was all I could do to teach her that YT is not TV. LOL Bless her heart
I feel you brother, everytime I go to my mom, she tells me there is a problem with the PC/phone/TV and when I try it's all working fine. I think the technology moved too fast too quick, hell it's not even obvious for a 30yo nerd like me, how can we expect them to work it out ?
Shawn, your site is the absolute best. I am so envious of your life style and I love Cali. I look forward to your videos. In fact, I look for new videos the first thing in the mornings. I must say, I'm afraid the winter weather may put a crimp in your plans on completing your bath house this year. Keep it up and stay safe.
I am a subscriber, and I have to be honest, I think your channel is just about perfect. Of course I want more... but then I also enjoy looking forward to your videos, and its always a nice surprise to have one. (Must add at this point, todays is a god send.. Ive been watching the damn politics and getting stressed, and kept thinking, you know what I need.. a Shawn video). Ive been watching your back list again too.. its fun to see the site empty... and then look and think.. ooh thats where the kitchen is going.. thats where the log store is.. etc. and watching the inside of the cabin go from just floor joists to where it is now. I recommend it to anyone who has an odd couple of hours... its impressive to see just how much Shawn has done this year. As to your question... I have NO IDEA why anyone would watch and not subscribe... unless youre a secret pleasure, and they dont want their other half to know that really they want to live in a cabin in the woods... ;)
Believe it or not a lot of people think there is a cost to subscribing. Thats just the nature of the wording and ingrained into people's minds. Maybe try to explain that there is no cost to be a subscriber as an experiment ans see if that makes a differance.
Cali and the water that made my day 😀. Not sure why more people don't subscribe the videos you share are excellent quality. Thank you for sharing your life and teaching us how to be closer to nature I'm sure you inspire a lot of people.
I‘m a Long Term subscriber.... The only thing I can Imagine why people don’t subscribe is, that you need a TH-cam/Google account to subscribe! I believe a lot of people don‘t trust google, (in terms of data protection etc) and they don’t want to have an account! So they use TH-cam without an account, and are not able to like, comment or subscribe.
We don't have cable and we don't allow her to watch really anything else than nature, cooking or these types of videos. She very much benefits from them and learns more. Hoping to be able to build things with her someday.
Some folk think it costs to subscribe to youtube channels....my Aunt,for one,bless her,until I told her different.Now she is a happy bunny.I subscribed to this channel around this time last year and love every minute of it.It´s a kind of "wellness" for me.Relaxing,watching the building progress,listening to wise words and the beautiful photography.We certainly don´t expect you to reply to each comment,that would take far too long .We all know that you appreciate us,just as we appreciate you..and Cali. :)
TH-cam subscriptions are like Facebook friends when they first started out. People friended everyone to the point they had thousands of unsustainable relationships. Now they have paired down to the most important people. That's what is happening on TH-cam. We are getting so many notification daily that it's overwhelming so we are pairing down to what we can handle. In the past I could handle 50 to 80 subscriptions because they would maybe post one or two 5 min videos a week but now it's ten to twenty minute videos several times a week.
TH-cams sub management isn't the greatest either. I would like to be able to organize and file sub's how best suits my needs instead of a simple list. But I agree with N2tech's post. Something else to consider is that many of us follow for a time to feel out the content before subscribing. Doing great, keep it up.
I'm subscribed to your TH-cam channel, but I've limited my subscriptions to 5 total TH-cam channels!! What's busting my b*lls is the spam!!! BUT, you are one of the five!!! And I admire what you're doing!!! Keep 'em coming!!!
I like your videos 20 minutes or so its almost Zen for a min I appreciate what you do keep on keeping on people like so much stuff they get aggravated by notifications. Not your fault.
I found your channel in my downtime from a deployed location in Asia. I enjoy your videos very much and envy your lifestyle. I dream of the simple life and hope to achieve it one day. I cant wait for your new videos and I love watching Cali.
I like your videos. Definitely not uploading too often. We don’t have TV so I look forward to new videos weekly. I found your channel through Joe Robinet and have subscribed about a year ago.
We all don’t watch for the same reasons . I don’t watch to be taught lessons . I watch for the entertainment of your do it yourself homestead , the peace and quiet . Thanks keep it up .
For probably three years I never subscribed to a channel. I never saw the reason for me personally. I felt it was unnecessary to for me to do so. I watched the same few channels and knew where to go to watch them. I think Shawn was the first channel I sub'd to about 8 months ago. I am only up to about 12 total. I think a lot of people just don't see the reason to subscribe.....they know to check back in when it is convenient for them.
I agree with you. I subbed because you asked me to, but even tho I run a channel for the non-profit I work for, I don't subscribe to things much at all. I get a lot of input from so many sources in my work role that I don't want a public profile of my personal interests outside of writing and poetry. Maybe I should re think this. For your question, keep it simple, but what is the benefit of high subscriptions. And what value does that level of benefit mean to you?
@@posleeper For example you can only use the community functions if you have a certain amount of subscribers. Same goes for a "real" URL where you can have the name of the channel in it instead of nonsense combination of letters and numbers. There are more things like that, and I guess he benefits more from the adds the more subscribe. And if someone searches for a topic here on TH-cam, the search will list the channels depending on their subs. The more subs, the higher on the list of the search results, and that brings more viewers. I am not sure if YT pays more money the more subs there are. But I know for sure, the more views, the more money. I subscribe to the channels I view regularly to support them. You can always turn of the notifications if you don't want your phone to buzz so often. :-) You can also choose to keep your lists private so nobody can see what channel you subscribe to or what videos you have liked.
Humor. I subscribed to Joe immediately because he sometimes made me laugh. Your photography & structure is so much more involved than Joe's but my nature is analytical & I don't laugh enough. I'm a subscriber now & truly enjoy watching. Thank you for all you do.
I just getting on board in the last couple of weeks I'm trying to catch up with past videos. No questions just in awe of all you do and with the ease you do it. My husband , back in the day, was a master of so many things and I marveled at his knowledge that we don't know where it came from ,it was innate just as a lot of your talents are.
Been a subscriber since the building of the cabin. Love waking up friday mornings to a cup of coffee and to see your new upload. I was more than excited earlier when i saw Joe Robinet challenged you to the "Show me your Steak" challenge. Cant wait for that video to come. Take care shawn and keep doing what your are doing. Content is amazing and very enjoyable.
I have not missed one of your videos.. They are not only educational but also relaxing at the end of a long day... Please, do not change a thing, continue being you... Look at it like this, those who don't subscribe, it's their loss... and love to Cali.. Looking forward to the next video....
I subbed as soon as I found your channel! Your's is the only channel that I have notifications turned on for and I have over 200. I think your content is so wonderful! I don't know why people don't sub. I certainly wouldn't fault the content though!
iam a subscriber, but you dont have to. the youtube algorithm remembers if you watched 2-3 vidios of you and it will show you new stuff if its uploaded. sry for my poor english :-) with love from germany
This is a great point. There are some channels I don’t subscribe to because I don’t want them to clutter my subscription feed, but I’ll jump onto those channels frequently to pick out a few. I’ve definitely subscribed to you, though, Shawn.
I like to hear narration of what you're doing and why or why not as im learning. Whatching you is so fascinating but i often don't know what you are doing or why. You are so amazing!!!
Greetings from Finland Shawn. Your videos of making log cabins and kitchens and now a Sauna, is so relaxing to watch. Remember while building up your Sauna, Sauna comes from Finland. Next build up a Smoke Sauna. You're great. Keep up posting videos. Thumbs up !!
Hi Shawn, I used to watch your cabin and kitchen series vids anonymously, and that is true for every other youtube clip I have ever watched. I am rather cautious about internet use, and prefer to keep a low profile. However, one downside about doing that is that I was unable to leave comments. I found your content to be so outstanding that, in the end, I broke my own rule and subbed. You are literally my only sub, and it is purely so I could leave comments. About the quality of your camera work, the high res images, the great editing, the lack of stupid fill, the fact you don’t start every clip with ‘Hey, wassup youtube?” argh! - all of this plus the window you provide into your world and onto the spectacular Canadian scenery, and finally, the joy that your girl Cali brings - I subbed so I could thank you. Like many of your fans, I’m in awe of your hard work. I have become a devoted voyeuse. Your lifestyle and mine are very different, but I think we may share similar values. I live on the other side of the planet. I know we will never meet. But every so often, I will feel stirred to add my two bob’s worth, as we say here in Oz, or to ask a question. Go well, Shaun, and do take care of your health. Warmest wishes, Lucy.
Very well said (typed)! I am in agreement, as I long to live in a similar way someday. For the record, this is my first TH-cam comment. Keep it up, Shawn. I like the evolution and yes I am a sub. Cali inspires me to train my Springer to be a mini Cali! Happy Holidays to you all.
Btw, I subscribed over a year ago. It only took one video to make me subscribe to your channel. I love God, nature, log cabins, wilderness, old school advice and tips, cozy things and movies like the wilderness family and old yeller so your channel is perfect for me 😆❤️
Shawn, when I found your channel I subscribed after a few months (because I had to catch up on older videos). I live simply in a rural area of the Mojave desert which cured my asthma, but I miss exploring the forest environment and dramatic climatic change of seasons. My only TV is a rooftop antenna for PBS and news and half the time the Mountain antenna goes out! Your video's are a peaceful meditation on the life of a man in the Canadian wilderness, artistic, educational, and the photography is exceptional. I learn something each time and I could watch you chop wood, chisel, cook meals in your cast iron pans and share your views about life every day. Also, I love the music you use in the videos (I'm older and prefer acoustic instruments). And well Cali kicks each video up a notch! I'm always touched each time you show affection for sweet Cali. Hoping one day when you are snowed in with your wife we get to hear her perspective and a banjo tune or two! I'm subscribed to less than ten channels and await your new content each week. What you are doing is different and unique for sure and not found elsewhere. I'm looking into a Goal Zero setup for my sheds when the power goes out thanks to you.
Hello, greetings from Paris, i’m a French teacher and I love the outdoors, fishing and nature in general. I watch your channel from the beginning. It does good for the soul, in fact you, so thank you. For me it’s source of inspiration, motivation etc., a real small therapy after working with the kids. You are really welcome in Paris, if one day you’re here happy to show you the town and its outdoors. I know that you are busy and have a lot of projects but you never know. Bests regards. Andrei
You should probably do a subscription and like reminder at the end of each video. There is a reason why everyone does it and that reason is what you have discovered. People forget to do it or they think it doesn't matter.
God no. As soon as you start doing it every video as a "sign off" it rings hollow and insincere. Many of my favourite channels do it but there aren't any that I enjoy.
We love your channel, I subscribe, however my son watches with me and is not subscriber; I will encourage him to do so. I do know that he will sometimes view one of your videos more than once and I can't help but wonder if this happens often; if other subscribers are viewing multiple times. Perhaps others are not aware that just liking a video does not lead to immediate subscription. Your channel is one of the best on TH-cam, frankly I am surprised that you don't have at least twice the subs that you do.
TH-cam makes it way to easy to surf and watch favorite videos with no thought of subscribing. It was a while before I realized by doing so I showed my appreciation for them. Thanks for the videos.
That is a good question. I really enjoy your videos, so I subscribed a long time ago. I want to know when a new video comes out so I also hit the notification bell as well.
Just be yourself and the subscriptions will keep growing.....602K is an amazing amount of subscribers. From what I have seen you and Survival Lilly are the top dogs in subscribers. p.s. been subscribed since the beginning and watch all your wonderful videos. The drone camera work is just beautiful. TX for sharing.
Absolutely love all your videos! Always excited to see the next one. Your informative, real cabin life, yummy cooking, and breathtaking scenic views! Keep the videos coming. Big fur hugs to Cali!! 👍🏚🐻
Lots of smaller, but consistent, channels have this issue. One channel that is ten years old said that 30% of their viewers aren't subs. This is why people constantly ask viewers to subscribe and offer competition rewards for subs. The good part of this is that You Tube likes your content as the algo must be promoting you to suggested videos to a lot of people.
You're not doing anything wrong....I've been a viewer and thought I was subscribed ....I just got so caught up in viewing that I didn't even notice...I've learned so much and reaffirmed things I'd forgotten. Thanks for the valuable content.
I've only just recently subbed but have been watching your vids for a while now. As for why I didn't sub earlier, your videos routinely popped up in my recommended feed, simple as that.
that's about the crux of this issue I think....and people are lazy and just don't bother going through all the '"clicking, subscribing and commenting"...as Barry points out youtube shows the most recent or the most watched content so subscribing really doesn't matter for the watchers...for me the main reason I subscribed was to show my support and aid in the financial payback to you Shawn for the enjoyment I have received...it's also the reason I purchased a t-shirt...in the end it doesn't reflect on the quality of what you are producing or the quantity and quality wins the race IMO
Shawn: I started watching months ago, then Ronnie got interested, and so now we both subscribe individually. We both marvel at your skills and endurance. Just be extra careful about the strains that you put on your back. Take it from an oldster: you will pay dearly later in life if you do not. A waist support band is a big help when you are handling heavy stuff. Calli seems to find fun with everything you do, including the rain barrel. What a hoot. Our BEST Mike & Ronnie
“Show us your steak”!!! Answering the challenge should offer a bump in subscriptions. TH-cam is a strange yet awesome space. Your channel is unique. You are a shinning beacon amongst the masses. Be patient. Lord knows you work harder than anyone else. Was it the chicken or the egg???? Some questions will never be answered. Keep the faith! And just keep doing what your doing. You are special. Never forget that! Peace
I've sub to your channel from when you did most of your canoeing trips and have had the notifications since you started your cabin, also subbed to your other channel, I think some of us watch your episodes over and over again that could be another reason why your views are higher than the subs, just saying, it could be another reason
I'll think so too. I'll view the building over and over again. Sometimes i'll show them to friends. Also give links to mind related of this project.. It's more than a way to build a cabin. It's a view on how simple live can be. Just filling live with things that matters and enjoying nature....and Cali ;-)
I think there are a lot of people, especially older people like my parents, that watch through their tv. I know in my parents’ case, they don’t know how to sub or comment. They just know where to find the channel again.
Connect your smart TV to your PC, tablet, or laptop via an HDMI cable and view TH-cam that way. That allows you to interact via TH-cam. I'm doing that right now.
@@bigfatno I'm connected to a non-smart 32" VIZIO that I've had for years to a laptop .... soon to be hooked up to a 55" smart TV, but have been doing everything you mentioned on the smaller TV via an HDMI cable. I don't have cable TV programming .... just an internet connection and have zero plans to go back to TV programming . For the most part, the 32" TV is all I really need, and have been resisting going any bigger until recently. LOLzzzzzzzzz! Take care.
With me, I don't subscribe because there are too many things coming into our mailbox and I just don't have the time to watch them all, so I've limited things, is all. Your videos are well-done and very professional and I don't think you show too much in them, in fact, when I get to watch them, I don't want them to end.
mawmawvee, No worries there, I'm subscribed to plenty of channels, but I don't receive anything in my mailbox. If you ever receive any, you can opt to refuse and end of the story. God Bless you.
I have watched almost all your videos and realized like many others. I have never actually subscribed. I am now. I look forward to watching each new video. My daughter teases me asking why you don’t talk more in many of the videos. I told her that’s sort of why I enjoy them. It’s relaxing. Watching and learning and gathering ideas myself. Keep up the good work. Can’t wait for the next one.
Wow!! Thank you so much for your comments and support! I'm truly overwhelmed and I'm learning a lot. I apologize for not responding to each and every one of you - you're putting so much time and effort into your comments and I'm reading every one of them.
My Self Reliance Try at the end of every video REALLY STRESS liking and SUBSCRIBING. Maybe event a decorative text banner. I am a long time subscriber and have many channels I follow. You ask for subscribers the least of all my channels. Maybe that would help. Good luck! LIKED AND SUBSCRIBED. LOL
Shawn..
I love your videos. I get notifications on my phone. But actually watch the videos on the T.V. and I forget to go back to the phone and hit like..Sorry..
So...sometime play the banjo for us..I assume the introduction music is you. I enjoy it.
Would love a place like yours along Alder Creek in Virginia City Montana.. Dreaming..
You can just love a person by knowing what he has done. So you deserve it ^^
Like I said ,you keep doing you and enjoy your journey my friend :-)
My Self Reliance thank you for everything I watched every video keep doing the good work.
I don't think you could do anything different Shawn. Perfect amount of updates and your production is top notch! Keep up the great work mate. Enjoy every minute of it 👍
Hi Mr James I just pressed the button you have nothing to worry about. Your videos are brilliant. Keep them coming. A big thank you
Please don’t lessen your videos if you enjoy doing them. I watch consistently!
Huh? What did you say? I was concentrating on watching Cali biting the water as it was blurping out of the barrel.
I loved the way she was waiting for more to come out. She is a great dog and Shawn trained her great. Like when the water first was coming out and she went to drink it or play with it. Shawn told her to wait and she stopped right away.
Thank you for using the word "Blurping".
Me too, One Tired Grandma.
Ha ha,,me too.Got to be the most playful big dog that I've seen.
@@GreatBoneStructureI think I coined a new onomatopoeia.
Shawn people are lazy. They will take all the hours of pleasure you give us and not bother to do there part. My husband is 90yrs old visually handicapped and hearing impaired and he always want to know what is Shawn doing today. We make a cuppa and I sit with him and tell him what he misses with hearing and sight. Such a lovely shared time together. You bring joy to our lives. We applaud all you do for us. Thank you so so much for your beautiful friendship we cherish you and yours. 💐💐🎶🎶🙏
Hello Shawn; To try answer your question. I have just recently subscribed, although I have been watching your channel for about a year. I like to see Canadian content. In the past I have subed other channels, and there content drifted from what it was originally. I have come to very much enjoy your content, and of course Caili ! So far you seem to be true to your ideals. Do not worry about subs, they will come. I am getting older ( soon 70 ), and don't get out much. Your channel is a very enjoyable to me. Cliff
Amen to that. Shawn thank you for sharing. Your videos are priceless. Very informative. Thanks again.
There’s a guy(Captain Disillusion) that’s been on TH-cam for over a decade putting out really solid content and his subscriber count has just ticked over the million mark. I’m not sure there’s a direct formula for success (I certainly wouldn’t know it) but I’d say being at 600,000 in the length of time you’ve had your channel isn’t anything to dismiss. Keep up the great work!
Thanks Charlie. And you're right. I am very appreciative
No worries Shawn. Its an impossible task to answer everyone. You keep it real and honest, which is why I like your channel so much. Keep the vids coming.
If I were you I would not change a thing. This is hands-down my favorite channel on TH-cam and I’ve been watching your videos since the summer of 2017. It’s very inspiring to watch somebody work like you do, And I love your self reflections.
Im sorry, I didnt hear a word you said Shawn. Its to much fun to watch Cali
He has a dog ? teeheehee
There are millions of people out there all with different likes and dislikes. You became popular because of what you did in Season 1. You gained respect from all your subscribers because of your determination, and ethics. What we all fell in love with is now beginning to change. You posted one video each week of your work. Now you want suggestions of what to do to help with new subscribers. You were doing it right the first time. Like they say, if it ain't broke, don't fix it. You can become a slave posting something everyday or every other day. It's not necessary. Just do what you started out doing, the way you did it then. If people want an explanation of everything you are doing and why then they need to pay you by the hour for the education. You are a man building your home as off grid as possible in the wilderness all by yourself and that is what the draw is.
THIS. Go back to the old format: build then talk. Fewer videos with higher quality, structured content.
Sue Smith you hit the nail on the head. Just be you. That is the secret of your success. (thank you Sue).
I find myself in agreement with Sue Smith. At least in part. I watch this channel because you My Self Reliance are bringing back old ways of living. You are visually showing and aspiring some people to live the life you are creating for yourself. I like to watch you build things that are not common to see in this day and age. I also like the fact that you are by yourself doing it. I too am a alone with most of my projects so it inspires me to see someone else accomplishing tasks alone. I don't mind the talking. I have some thoughts about future videos that i will comment in a separate comment.
But none of that explains why millions are watching and they aren't subcribing.
I must be a multi tasker I listened AND watched Cali she's so darn cute.
There are three reasons why I view and subscribed. 1. I Love watching things being built. 2. The video of the scenery. 3. I also Love Cali's antics. I guess there's really four because I'm amazed at what you can cook / bake in your outdoor kitchen. Love your videos...keep them coming please.
Denise has hit it right on .folks like us love nature and watching things being built .. also wondering if I have the ability to accomplish all that he has ..love cali too .. wonder how old she is?
What she said. 👍🏼 Plus, I just moved to a rural location for the first time in my 60 years. BEST DECISION EVER! I’m no pioneer woman but I gain ideas and inspiration from every episode. Thank you, Shawn, for everything. Your contribution to the world has improved my life. Common sense and generosity are far too rare nowadays yet your demonstrate those characteristics in abundance. Keep on keeping on! 🍁
Hi Shawn,
Hi again Shawn, this kind of proves my point in answering your question. I'm an old guy(65) not familiar technology. I only recently purchased a tablet and discovered TH-cam. My only reference to subscriptions were magazine subscriptions which had annual fees. When my daughter informed me that TH-cam subscriptions are free, yours was the first channel I subscribed to.I don't think this explains the total difference in views/subscriptions, but that's how it was for me.
I would agree with everything you've said, Denise, and I am a long-time subscriber, but if I look at Shawn's videos from the point of view of a "browser" who happened across the channel, I would be put off by the scenes where he makes coffee for a minute or so, eats his dinner etc. We all do that sort of stuff but we don't build a log cabin, walk in beautiful country, fish, paddle a canoe etc. So more of the unusual and less of the mundane. A new viewer needs to have the video packed with interesting content to make him subscribe; lose his attention for a minute and he won't subscribe. No offence, Shawn, and I hope none taken.
When the barrel was emptying I was watching the dog the whole time
Same here Tily.
Me too! Cali is amazing! 💞
Cali kind of made it hard to pay attention to what you were saying sorry, but she is so comical to watch. But she is such a good girl you have trained her well
Me too haha
Did he say something?
I watch all of your videos. Every one that you make I watch it. I don't comment every time because I don't know what to say. Plus I don't type very well' I make a lot of typing mistakes and have to go back and correct myself on every other word. I have Parkinson's disease and I can;'t hold my hands steady. In my young life I experienced kind of what you are doing now. I know what its like not to have electricity or running water. That is just the way life was when I was growing up. We didn't no what a garden tiller was. Our garden tiller was and old white horse that pulled a plow. Clothes were made out of flower sacks. I lived on my grand parents farm. Usually the only time we ever went to town was for coffee, sugar or flour. Everything else was made or grown on the farm.
Hi, you should learn to use voice activated services to type messages, or comments. Most keyboards have this function these days, and more. Ask someone you know to help set it up. Or find self-help articles online. My 86yr old mother-in-law does this for text messages.
You have an incredible channel !!! It's so calming and interesting. I don't think there are any other channels on youtube like yours. Don't worry about subscribers much, you're doing a great job, been watching your videos since first day of your log cabin construction. You're a good camera man. The channel is unique. Wish you good luck !
Cali stole the show, again.
Thanks!
Thank you!
Cali playing with the water is the cutest thing ever tho really!! 😫😫👍👍😘😘
I love you, Cali! You are adorable and lend so much life to these videos. You are a super-star, in my book.
Cali -- a gorgeous, sweet, devoted, blond girl. Who could resist her?
Love Cali's interest in the rain barrel 😛...she finds something fun in everything you do...Cali a great, joyful spirit, wonderful companion!
yea..she is a joyful spirit huh!!!
In answer to your question, although I do subscribe to your channel, I hesitated at first because TH-cam decides that if I subscribe to your channel, I must want to see every log cabin video out there! You are interesting, most of the others are not. In fact, there are some real nutcases out there I get recommendations for! I enjoy your analytical viewpoint, your love and care of Cali, and the fact that you protect your wife from being viewed.
Lol
That's why I turn off all of youtube's spam, and I sub and I just look at my sub box for the day and choice the videos I want to watch.
@@sharkyshark1 Well, I *DID* find Shawn through my Recommended For You suggestions. But the number of "survivalists" out their is big and has some real nuts included. I like Shawn because he is genuine...
It will put the same videos in your suggested box based on what you viewed. Subscribing is literally for you to prioritize specific youtubers and have notification options.
You are a true inspiration. Never stop doing what makes you happy.
I am retired in Texas and I too watch all of your videos. Your postings allow me to venture out into beautiful nature and see things I have never seen before. I appreciate all of your efforts and know I am not the only one! Of course, Cali adds her grace and charm to your videos. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR POSTS! I am subscribed and have been since the day I found your channel.
I've been subbed since the early days so I can't help with an answer.
Same for me, and for the second channel since that started. I don't turn on notifications, however, since have my speed dial pointing to the subscriptions page. My best guess would be that it's not the same viewers for every video. Is there any way for you to check that?
I wouldn't rule out youtube doing something funny with the numbers, they've been pretty bad lately. They collect the ad revenue and if they say you have less subs and so you get less dollars that leaves more in their pockets.
Hi Shawn to answer your question there are various reasons why people do what they do but trust me it's nothing that you are doing wrong.I think in this age people are becoming overwhelmed with everything to which is why you have choosen your path....your channel and videos are fantastic keep up the great work you do.
Cali enjoyed emptying the barrel! She is so into being involved with what you do! When I first started watching you I didnt think you ever spoke! I enjoy watching you work and play! If I were a hundred years younger I would consider doing what you have done!!
some people subscribe to channels so they don't miss something that may be consecutive. For example .. The nursing school education channels have really high video views like over 300K EACH, but low subscribers 400K, because we use them for reference and don't need to watch them in order. Think of your channel like a TV series where there is something coming up next week that ties into what we just watched. I personally watch your channel because the only outside air I have had for 3 years is walking from my car to class/hospital. I need your channel to show me that the outside still exists!
Lori Bonicelli b
That's me too, started watching while in the nursing program. Now I look forward to each video as a little mini escape after all day inside. 😊
I live in a 200 and something year old squared log cabin. As much outdoors as him. Been there. But, I still watch this. I like comparing tools and methods. For example, my corners are dovetailed.
I have yet to find another channel on TH-cam to be so addictive and engaging. The production is first class. When Cali is on screen our 6 year old Lurcher cannot stop watching ! (Its a dog thing Shawn, don't take it personally :) )
Lol, I think most humans would agree
find another channel so addictive and engaging* (yeah, it took me a while to understand your comment J xD)
Mr James
Thank you for your hard work on creating such a unique and adventurous channel. You have inspired me to purchase a cabin in the North Georgia Mountains. It's not off grid but with your inspiration I am working on making it as self sufficient as I can. This is a new adventure for my wife and I an want to thank you for sharing your journey. I can't get enough of your videos so please keep them coming. Steve
Shawn i am a subscriber, but i hardly comment on video's,i do watch all your video's and Ty for sharing them.......Jim...........From Kentucky
600k subs dude, I think people ARE subscribing!
I'm like Patrick, below. I've just caught up on your videos (your cabin building videos anyway) after finding you about 1 month ago. I'm blown away with everything that you have accomplished and look forward to all of your future work/videos. Keep up the great work! Very inspiring stuff.
Perhaps it's that not every viewer has an account, and the ones who do don't subscribe to many channels? I'm a serious user and My Self Reliance is my favorite on youtube by far. I just discovered your Shawn James account a few months ago but I've watched nearly every video. Great stuff, it keeps me going.
Shawn,
Been with you from the beginning. No rhyme nor reason is the answer to your question. It's the internet. People are fickle & that's that. You don't need to change a thing. You have almost as many subscribers as there are people in Hamilton. Just stay true to yourself, it's what people love about you and why they subscribe.
Love love love what you are doing. Please DO NOT change how you present YOUR channel to us the viewer. Your videos have an almost magical quality in presentation. My husband and I really look forward to seeing what you are doing, we even go back and re-watch a lot of your earlier videos. Thank you for sharing and teaching us about life in general. With much appreciation and thanks from Iowa.
love the channel. helps me decompress. My answer to your question is you have to let the viewers know more about what is coming. In other words, your plans for the next month or so and they will miss out if they don't subscribe. I know you are building the bath house, but what is next after that?
Thank you. To answer your question, I'll probably change my mind before spring, but I know this winter I'll be renovating the loft in the cabin and then garden, a workshop and root cellar
I think that's a grand idea in theory, but ideas change, new one arise and honestly I'd get a bit pissed if I was looking forward to a video that never came out lol.
I have been subscribed and bell rung for a long time. This is one of the few channels where I watch each new video several times. Thanks for sharing your adventures.
I never comment on you tube channels, but your posts are keeping me Shane, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
I’d love it if you could post more videos. Best wishes to you and your family x
Hi! I subscribed a month ago because I get to live there vicariously!! I can almost smell the fire and woodsmoke and snow and trees and your cooking and Cali’s sweet soft fur and the water and.....😍
Im a 76 year old male. My family has all passed away. I am alone in the world now. I find your videos make me want to find new interests and continue my life. (Picture is me 40 yrs ago by the way). Its called the "will to live" and I think most of us have it in some manner. I think you have thought about how your life should be and acting on it. We all act on it in some form once we get fairly old.
I know all about the will to live but l am not alone, take care David hope you are well and smiling, from Australia
Mr. Savage your book of Life is there in front of you. It's up to you to put something on every page.
Let us be your family now! :) Or at least your friends. A lot of us are more or less alone, and we all need friends.
All alone? A man named David Savage has to have a few friends.
Your dog is so adorable!! Absolutely adorable playing with the water draining.
I watched for a long time before subscribing. I generally just don't subscribe to channels... Yours is the only consistent channel I watch. Otherwise, I "search" or browse for content. Your content is great and consistent in quality...thus I subscribed.
I think people don’t subscribe because honestly they don’t know what that even is, or how/ why to subscribe! I went years without knowing myself... 🤷🏼♂️
agreed. my mother loves youtube but doesn't even have an account.
Shawn this is the first time I actually commented on any video I watch on TH-cam. I enjoyed watching you take your time when you built your cabin. I also enjoyed watching your kitchen go up. Your living the life in the hills, mountains that I dream of. Keep up the great work with your creations and stay true to who you are. Again Thank you
My ageing mother bought a smart TV that she watches TH-cam on and i know for a fact she doesn't know how to like or sub to anything. I wonder how many others are out there with the same situation. It was all I could do to teach her that YT is not TV. LOL Bless her heart
I feel you brother, everytime I go to my mom, she tells me there is a problem with the PC/phone/TV and when I try it's all working fine. I think the technology moved too fast too quick, hell it's not even obvious for a 30yo nerd like me, how can we expect them to work it out ?
I love all your videos and I start letting my father watching my send them to him now and he really enjoys them to he's 87 but he loves your videos
Shawn, your site is the absolute best. I am so envious of your life style and I love Cali. I look forward to your videos. In fact, I look for new videos the first thing in the mornings. I must say, I'm afraid the winter weather may put a crimp in your plans on completing your bath house this year. Keep it up and stay safe.
I am a subscriber, and I have to be honest, I think your channel is just about perfect. Of course I want more... but then I also enjoy looking forward to your videos, and its always a nice surprise to have one. (Must add at this point, todays is a god send.. Ive been watching the damn politics and getting stressed, and kept thinking, you know what I need.. a Shawn video). Ive been watching your back list again too.. its fun to see the site empty... and then look and think.. ooh thats where the kitchen is going.. thats where the log store is.. etc. and watching the inside of the cabin go from just floor joists to where it is now. I recommend it to anyone who has an odd couple of hours... its impressive to see just how much Shawn has done this year.
As to your question... I have NO IDEA why anyone would watch and not subscribe... unless youre a secret pleasure, and they dont want their other half to know that really they want to live in a cabin in the woods... ;)
Believe it or not a lot of people think there is a cost to subscribing. Thats just the nature of the wording and ingrained into people's minds. Maybe try to explain that there is no cost to be a subscriber as an experiment ans see if that makes a differance.
Cali and the water that made my day 😀. Not sure why more people don't subscribe the videos you share are excellent quality. Thank you for sharing your life and teaching us how to be closer to nature I'm sure you inspire a lot of people.
I‘m a Long Term subscriber.... The only thing I can Imagine why people don’t subscribe is, that you need a TH-cam/Google account to subscribe! I believe a lot of people don‘t trust google, (in terms of data protection etc) and they don’t want to have an account! So they use TH-cam without an account, and are not able to like, comment or subscribe.
First to comment ☺️
My daughter (just turning 7) and I very much enjoy your videos. She asks me "daddy, can we watch the builder man?" 😁
Your daughter is a genius.
We don't have cable and we don't allow her to watch really anything else than nature, cooking or these types of videos. She very much benefits from them and learns more. Hoping to be able to build things with her someday.
That's actually really cute
That sounds like you're a great parent.
"the builder man" 0w0
Some folk think it costs to subscribe to youtube channels....my Aunt,for one,bless her,until I told her different.Now she is a happy bunny.I subscribed to this channel around this time last year and love every minute of it.It´s a kind of "wellness" for me.Relaxing,watching the building progress,listening to wise words and the beautiful photography.We certainly don´t expect you to reply to each comment,that would take far too long .We all know that you appreciate us,just as we appreciate you..and Cali. :)
TH-cam subscriptions are like Facebook friends when they first started out. People friended everyone to the point they had thousands of unsustainable relationships. Now they have paired down to the most important people. That's what is happening on TH-cam. We are getting so many notification daily that it's overwhelming so we are pairing down to what we can handle. In the past I could handle 50 to 80 subscriptions because they would maybe post one or two 5 min videos a week but now it's ten to twenty minute videos several times a week.
Good point.
I gotta agree with this one.
TH-cams sub management isn't the greatest either. I would like to be able to organize and file sub's how best suits my needs instead of a simple list. But I agree with N2tech's post. Something else to consider is that many of us follow for a time to feel out the content before subscribing. Doing great, keep it up.
I'm subscribed to your TH-cam channel, but I've limited my subscriptions to 5 total TH-cam channels!! What's busting my b*lls is the spam!!! BUT, you are one of the five!!! And I admire what you're doing!!! Keep 'em coming!!!
I like your videos 20 minutes or so its almost Zen for a min I appreciate what you do keep on keeping on people like so much stuff they get aggravated by notifications. Not your fault.
I am subscribed to your channel. When I get a notice for a new video I look forward to watching it on the big screen with a cup of coffee.
I found your channel in my downtime from a deployed location in Asia. I enjoy your videos very much and envy your lifestyle. I dream of the simple life and hope to achieve it one day. I cant wait for your new videos and I love watching Cali.
I like your videos. Definitely not uploading too often. We don’t have TV so I look forward to new videos weekly. I found your channel through Joe Robinet and have subscribed about a year ago.
OMG......LOVE CALI
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We all don’t watch for the same reasons . I don’t watch to be taught lessons . I watch for the entertainment of your do it yourself homestead , the peace and quiet . Thanks keep it up .
For probably three years I never subscribed to a channel. I never saw the reason for me personally. I felt it was unnecessary to for me to do so. I watched the same few channels and knew where to go to watch them. I think Shawn was the first channel I sub'd to about 8 months ago. I am only up to about 12 total. I think a lot of people just don't see the reason to subscribe.....they know to check back in when it is convenient for them.
Milo Auker - I think you hit the nail on the head. I did the exact same thing.
I agree with you. I subbed because you asked me to, but even tho I run a channel for the non-profit I work for, I don't subscribe to things much at all. I get a lot of input from so many sources in my work role that I don't want a public profile of my personal interests outside of writing and poetry. Maybe I should re think this. For your question, keep it simple, but what is the benefit of high subscriptions. And what value does that level of benefit mean to you?
@@posleeper For example you can only use the community functions if you have a certain amount of subscribers. Same goes for a "real" URL where you can have the name of the channel in it instead of nonsense combination of letters and numbers. There are more things like that, and I guess he benefits more from the adds the more subscribe. And if someone searches for a topic here on TH-cam, the search will list the channels depending on their subs. The more subs, the higher on the list of the search results, and that brings more viewers. I am not sure if YT pays more money the more subs there are. But I know for sure, the more views, the more money. I subscribe to the channels I view regularly to support them. You can always turn of the notifications if you don't want your phone to buzz so often. :-)
You can also choose to keep your lists private so nobody can see what channel you subscribe to or what videos you have liked.
Thanks you for all videos ........my 3 best TH-cam... You & Doug & Joe..... big thanks
And Martin!!
Love watching both your Self Reliance and Shawn James, please keep them going.
Good quality entertainment for the whole family. If I was an exec @ the discovery channel I would get this guy in a 7 figure contract asap.
Noooooo.... well okay as long as he stays on TH-cam too
Television doesn't need quality, it needs what most people find desirable, which is different.
Humor. I subscribed to Joe immediately because he sometimes made me laugh. Your photography & structure is so much more involved than Joe's but my nature is analytical & I don't laugh enough. I'm a subscriber now & truly enjoy watching. Thank you for all you do.
I just getting on board in the last couple of weeks I'm trying to catch up with past videos. No questions just in awe of all you do and with the ease you do it. My husband , back in the day, was a master of so many things and I marveled at his knowledge that we don't know where it came from ,it was innate just as a lot of your talents are.
People are lazy. You can't blame yourself for that or think that it's what your doing. Great videos!
Been a subscriber since the building of the cabin. Love waking up friday mornings to a cup of coffee and to see your new upload. I was more than excited earlier when i saw Joe Robinet challenged you to the "Show me your Steak" challenge. Cant wait for that video to come. Take care shawn and keep doing what your are doing. Content is amazing and very enjoyable.
I have not missed one of your videos.. They are not only educational but also relaxing at the end of a long day... Please, do not change a thing, continue being you... Look at it like this, those who don't subscribe, it's their loss... and love to Cali.. Looking forward to the next video....
I subbed as soon as I found your channel! Your's is the only channel that I have notifications turned on for and I have over 200. I think your content is so wonderful! I don't know why people don't sub. I certainly wouldn't fault the content though!
iam a subscriber, but you dont have to. the youtube
algorithm remembers if you watched 2-3 vidios of you and it will show you new stuff if its uploaded. sry for my poor english :-) with love from germany
Good point,
This is a great point. There are some channels I don’t subscribe to because I don’t want them to clutter my subscription feed, but I’ll jump onto those channels frequently to pick out a few. I’ve definitely subscribed to you, though, Shawn.
I like to hear narration of what you're doing and why or why not as im learning. Whatching you is so fascinating but i often don't know what you are doing or why. You are so amazing!!!
Because people don't like youtube is analysing their preferences, writing it down somewhere for a later use.
I subscribe. You have nearly 600 000 subscriber. It's good work.
Greetings from Finland Shawn. Your videos of making log cabins and kitchens and now a Sauna, is so relaxing to watch. Remember while building up your Sauna, Sauna comes from Finland. Next build up a Smoke Sauna. You're great. Keep up posting videos. Thumbs up !!
Hi Shawn, I think some people don't know how to subscribe. It seems hard to believe but I would try using a simple graphic that shows how to do it.
Hi Shawn,
I used to watch your cabin and kitchen series vids anonymously, and that is true for every other youtube clip I have ever watched.
I am rather cautious about internet use, and prefer to keep a low profile.
However, one downside about doing that is that I was unable to leave comments. I found your content to be so outstanding that, in the end, I broke my own rule and subbed. You are literally my only sub, and it is purely so I could leave comments.
About the quality of your camera work, the high res images, the great editing, the lack of stupid fill, the fact you don’t start every clip with ‘Hey, wassup youtube?” argh! - all of this plus the window you provide into your world and onto the spectacular Canadian scenery, and finally, the joy that your girl Cali brings - I subbed so I could thank you. Like many of your fans, I’m in awe of your hard work. I have become a devoted voyeuse. Your lifestyle and mine are very different, but I think we may share similar values. I live on the other side of the planet. I know we will never meet. But every so often, I will feel stirred to add my two bob’s worth, as we say here in Oz, or to ask a question.
Go well, Shaun, and do take care of your health. Warmest wishes, Lucy.
Very well said (typed)! I am in agreement, as I long to live in a similar way someday. For the record, this is my first TH-cam comment. Keep it up, Shawn. I like the evolution and yes I am a sub. Cali inspires me to train my Springer to be a mini Cali! Happy Holidays to you all.
My goodness your cabin is such a dream...so freaking cozy. It’s gorgeous inside and out. You’re so talented and living a dream...love it
Btw, I subscribed over a year ago. It only took one video to make me subscribe to your channel. I love God, nature, log cabins, wilderness, old school advice and tips, cozy things and movies like the wilderness family and old yeller so your channel is perfect for me 😆❤️
Been subbed since 5k - loved the journey and always appreciate the hard work you put in!
That's dedication - thanks!
Wishing here my channel had 5k subs :D
Shawn, when I found your channel I subscribed after a few months (because I had to catch up on older videos). I live simply in a rural area of the Mojave desert which cured my asthma, but I miss exploring the forest environment and dramatic climatic change of seasons. My only TV is a rooftop antenna for PBS and news and half the time the Mountain antenna goes out! Your video's are a peaceful meditation on the life of a man in the Canadian wilderness, artistic, educational, and the photography is exceptional. I learn something each time and I could watch you chop wood, chisel, cook meals in your cast iron pans and share your views about life every day. Also, I love the music you use in the videos (I'm older and prefer acoustic instruments). And well Cali kicks each video up a notch! I'm always touched each time you show affection for sweet Cali. Hoping one day when you are snowed in with your wife we get to hear her perspective and a banjo tune or two! I'm subscribed to less than ten channels and await your new content each week. What you are doing is different and unique for sure and not found elsewhere. I'm looking into a Goal Zero setup for my sheds when the power goes out thanks to you.
Hello, greetings from Paris, i’m a French teacher and I love the outdoors, fishing and nature in general. I watch your channel from the beginning. It does good for the soul, in fact you, so thank you. For me it’s source of inspiration, motivation etc., a real small therapy after working with the kids. You are really welcome in Paris, if one day you’re here happy to show you the town and its outdoors. I know that you are busy and have a lot of projects but you never know. Bests regards. Andrei
You should probably do a subscription and like reminder at the end of each video. There is a reason why everyone does it and that reason is what you have discovered. People forget to do it or they think it doesn't matter.
You are so right. A lot of people ask and they are just "Meh" channels but this is one channel that deserves it.
God no. As soon as you start doing it every video as a "sign off" it rings hollow and insincere. Many of my favourite channels do it but there aren't any that I enjoy.
Maybe just something like "If you enjoyed visiting then subscribe and come visit again." Would that sound too bad?
We love your channel, I subscribe, however my son watches with me and is not subscriber; I will encourage him to do so. I do know that he will sometimes view one of your videos more than once and I can't help but wonder if this happens often; if other subscribers are viewing multiple times. Perhaps others are not aware that just liking a video does not lead to immediate subscription. Your channel is one of the best on TH-cam, frankly I am surprised that you don't have at least twice the subs that you do.
TH-cam makes it way to easy to surf and watch favorite videos with no thought of subscribing. It was a while before I realized by doing so I showed my appreciation for them. Thanks for the videos.
That is a good question. I really enjoy your videos, so I subscribed a long time ago. I want to know when a new video comes out so I also hit the notification bell as well.
Just be yourself and the subscriptions will keep growing.....602K is an amazing amount of subscribers. From what I have seen you and Survival Lilly are the top dogs in subscribers. p.s. been subscribed since the beginning and watch all your wonderful videos. The drone camera work is just beautiful. TX for sharing.
Absolutely love all your videos! Always excited to see the next one.
Your informative, real cabin life, yummy cooking, and breathtaking scenic views! Keep the videos coming. Big fur hugs to Cali!! 👍🏚🐻
I love what you do just keep doing it you take me away from my life thanks john
Lots of smaller, but consistent, channels have this issue. One channel that is ten years old said that 30% of their viewers aren't subs. This is why people constantly ask viewers to subscribe and offer competition rewards for subs. The good part of this is that You Tube likes your content as the algo must be promoting you to suggested videos to a lot of people.
You're not doing anything wrong....I've been a viewer and thought I was subscribed ....I just got so caught up in viewing that I didn't even notice...I've learned so much and reaffirmed things I'd forgotten. Thanks for the valuable content.
I enjoy watching and I am subscribed. You mix things up from time to time and I like that also. I do not have an answer. Take care.
I've only just recently subbed but have been watching your vids for a while now. As for why I didn't sub earlier, your videos routinely popped up in my recommended feed, simple as that.
that's about the crux of this issue I think....and people are lazy and just don't bother going through all the '"clicking, subscribing and commenting"...as Barry points out youtube shows the most recent or the most watched content so subscribing really doesn't matter for the watchers...for me the main reason I subscribed was to show my support and aid in the financial payback to you Shawn for the enjoyment I have received...it's also the reason I purchased a t-shirt...in the end it doesn't reflect on the quality of what you are producing or the quantity and quality wins the race IMO
Shawn: I started watching months ago, then Ronnie got interested, and so now we both subscribe individually. We both marvel at your skills and endurance. Just be extra careful about the strains that you put on your back. Take it from an oldster: you will pay dearly later in life if you do not. A waist support band is a big help when you are handling heavy stuff. Calli seems to find fun with everything you do, including the rain barrel. What a hoot. Our BEST Mike & Ronnie
“Show us your steak”!!! Answering the challenge should offer a bump in subscriptions. TH-cam is a strange yet awesome space. Your channel is unique. You are a shinning beacon amongst the masses. Be patient. Lord knows you work harder than anyone else. Was it the chicken or the egg???? Some questions will never be answered. Keep the faith! And just keep doing what your doing. You are special. Never forget that!
Peace
steeeaaaakk....
I've sub to your channel from when you did most of your canoeing trips and have had the notifications since you started your cabin, also subbed to your other channel, I think some of us watch your episodes over and over again that could be another reason why your views are higher than the subs, just saying, it could be another reason
I'll think so too. I'll view the building over and over again. Sometimes i'll show them to friends. Also give links to mind related of this project.. It's more than a way to build a cabin. It's a view on how simple live can be. Just filling live with things that matters and enjoying nature....and Cali ;-)
Look at Cali having fun w the water! I’m sorry, I’ll have to go back and listen to your questions. She has me mesmerized.
I'm subbed on my tablet but most of my views are on 60" tv over ROKU. View is great but no buttons for sub, comment. Love to Cali
I’m the same. I’m subscribed but watch on multiple devices that may not be signed in.
I think there are a lot of people, especially older people like my parents, that watch through their tv. I know in my parents’ case, they don’t know how to sub or comment. They just know where to find the channel again.
Connect your smart TV to your PC, tablet, or laptop via an HDMI cable and view TH-cam that way. That allows you to interact via TH-cam. I'm doing that right now.
@@bigfatno I'm connected to a non-smart 32" VIZIO that I've had for years to a laptop .... soon to be hooked up to a 55" smart TV, but have been doing everything you mentioned on the smaller TV via an HDMI cable. I don't have cable TV programming .... just an internet connection and have zero plans to go back to TV programming . For the most part, the 32" TV is all I really need, and have been resisting going any bigger until recently. LOLzzzzzzzzz! Take care.
@@straubdavid9 I don't have cable, either. 55" is a nice upgrade. Enjoy!
With me, I don't subscribe because there are too many things coming into our mailbox and I just don't have the time to watch them all, so I've limited things, is all. Your videos are well-done and very professional and I don't think you show too much in them, in fact, when I get to watch them, I don't want them to end.
You can subscribe and not get email. The bell is for notifications. Just don't click the bell. Win-Win.
mawmawvee, No worries there, I'm subscribed to plenty of channels, but I don't receive anything in my mailbox. If you ever receive any, you can opt to refuse and end of the story. God Bless you.
Hi Cristina, Thanks for letting me know. God bless you, as well. :D
I have watched almost all your videos and realized like many others. I have never actually subscribed. I am now. I look forward to watching each new video. My daughter teases me asking why you don’t talk more in many of the videos. I told her that’s sort of why I enjoy them. It’s relaxing. Watching and learning and gathering ideas myself. Keep up the good work. Can’t wait for the next one.
great channel...always enjoy your content