Found your channel about a year ago. I’m an old man who loves to see beautiful independent women living the free life. Thank you for sharing Jenna. Live free and avoid this crazy world.❤
GIRL ! Wood stove tech here! Run that stove HOT once a day with good seasoned kindling and you’ll NEVER need to clean the pipe! I haven’t cleaned my pipe in 20 YEARS!
I wouldn't take the chance, I would check and clean the pipe if needed. I was told the same info and when I checked the pipe it was packed with creosote. Not worth burning your place down!!
It depends on your wood - hard wood vs soft and type of tree. Pines will cause a lot of kresote whereas oaks, cedars less so. Also dry wood better than wet.
Been watching your videos for sometime and this is my 1st comment. I live alone. I've been alone 4 yrs. I lived off grid for a yr after my husband passed, watching your videos makes me want that life back. I couldn't afford solar panels or the battery charging stations so I sold the property and bought a house. I so want to turn my home into off grid home like your home. I'm so afraid of doing electrical so I have money to save for that too. Which power station do you like best of the ones u have? I'm so proud of you for doing this on ur own.
Look up DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse here on TH-cam. He has a bunch of videos on budget solar system setups. This guy really seems to know his stuff. He was living in his van about 8 years ago, and as far as I can tell he is a multi millionaire now.
Thank you, I only have experience with two power stations and each one has pros and cons. There is definitely some research to be done here, and like Colin said, you should be able to find a good, reliable, and affordable one that will work for you
In the US a new round of tariff's is about to go into effect on solar panels and batteries from China, who are by far the biggest source of these, especially the low-cost ones. I'd not delay on the research and purchase. A second vote for Will Prowse's channel to get good info, and he has a forum linked in the video description where any help you need can be found.
Just found your channel and I have to say you're a soldier for sure. I love everything about the way you live. I would love to do this. So impressed by you.
I remember when I was a kid and we had an old wood burning stove in our living room and one night my dad frantically ran through the house waking everyone up and we all had black smudges in and under our noses because smoke had backed into the house from the stove. My dad just happened to wake up and discover what was happening thank God or we all would've died that night. This was my first time seeing your channel and I very much liked the video so I am subscribing! 🎉
Work hard....Play hard....Rest hard is a good life balance. Knowing when to do which one is up to the personal preference of all of us. Good job chilling with the wind and water therapy.....looked nice and relaxing! Good job.....God Bless....Stay Safe P.S. Posting so late in the day had me thinkin Gypsy wasn't going to make it today....but ya did...😂
Loved to see someone work so hard . Brings back memories of the days I could work like that . Just don’t over do . Because later in life it takes a toll on the body
I think your little unique lifestyle is absolutely fantastic!!! I Love it 🥰 Best Wishes moving forward into this next season Prayer & Blessings 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🥰🥰🥰
Rotating between two generators is a great idea be it gas or electric. If both units run great perfect, if one dies you now have a backup to keep you comfortable and start to search for a deal rather than being stuck no choice but to buy what you can get and pay full retail
You’re one amazing woman! You’re definitely not lazy, and you take things in stride- life itself included! I’m very proud of you, for living your life the way you are, and it even shows you actually enjoy it! I wish you best wishes always of God’s True Blessings! Please take care and keep up the great work!
I live off grid too! Its a very liberated life. I use batteries for many things, its not a life for everyone, but i don't mind. Its better than owing the utility companies for the rest of ur life. Luckily, i live down south and don't worry about a cold winter. I love your video!
Hey Jenna, You are my kind of lady! Living off grid is the ultimate in freedom! Judging from your surroundings, I'd say you're in the Alaskan wilderness. I'm a Texan survivalist/prepper for over 30 years, and you have the type of FREEDOM that I am working toward. Would love to find a partner with your spirit, grit, and determination to live FREE. THIS is the spirit that founded this nation, and is so very much missing in our society today. You are AWESOME!! KEEP LIVING FREE, and keep being a champion for freedom!! KUDOS to you, from the SOVEREIGN REPUBLIC of Texas!!
Hey girl , I have a trick that was taught to me 25 years ago by some good ole boys from Tennessee, as far as issues with suet in my stove pipe. Smash 2 aluminum cans , ( soda/ beer ) . Put them in the bottom of your stove where the coals will completely melt them overnight, or all day, if applicable. Before you do anything , CLEAN THE PIPE OUT FIRST !!!! For the first week, melt 2 of them each day. Check your pipe once it’s cooled down. It should be clean. The second week repeat the process, only using 1 SMASHED can per night/ day. Repeat the process as I mentioned above. The pipe should be clean and shiny . After that 1 smashed can every 4 days ish , should be more than sufficient. The aluminum in the cans oxidizes, and creates a smooth surface on the inside surface of the pipe , and decinagrates the suet , into smoke. There is no risk of waste coming from the pipe, and causing any fires . I still check my pipe annually before using the stove , and haven’t had to clean it since. Also, it prevents the pipe from rusting completely thru , it works on stainless pipes, as well .
My wood experience. I grew up with wood heat. It’s the best feeling heat nice and dry heat. Those creosote logs work real well throw one in the fire once in a while. Creosote turns to dust.
Yeah, I fell asleep early last night and missed your video. Loved the Rip on the scooter and just walking around the coastal town of Mahone Bay. Nice to be able to enjoy the ambiance of a town without having to deal with a crowd. Very scenic area, I could sit for hours on the shore and contemplate life. Leave the phone home, don't need it out there. Thanks for sharing it all! Rob and Layla.
I found the same thermometer for my mom's home wood stove after her old one went and she loves it. Definitely recommend! Happy you got out on the scooter one last time 🙂
The town, lake and scenery where you took your ride is just gorgeous. So crystal clear. I can almost smell that crisp air!!! Also, that's not just a Dr. That's a doctor with an old old money trust fund! What a mansion. 😮
Hi Jenna, Rory 🐈⬛ Ramsey 🐈👋🏻 Always great to hear from you 😊 Awesome progress on preparing for winter ❄️🥶Hope you're doing well my friends 🤞🏻 Appreciate you always 🙏🏻 God Bless
! Yup ! That's A Chimney Fire Waiting 2 Happen. Usually When Ur Asleep... Lost A Lot Of Family & Friends 2 Chimney Fires In The Ol;d Days When Houses Were Wood Heat...
Vanilla creme filling cereal ... .ugh, gag! ;-) To each their own I guess. Every year or so I break down and buy some Cocoa Puffs! Your pic looks so cozy. I find your video so cool and interesting, and in the US nice and distracting from the political craziness. Thanks! Be well & stay warm.
Lol. So many cereal is bad for you. As a youngster, I would look at the nutritional information on the box and feel good about myself. It took me a while to figure out how much processed sugar and other nasty stuff was in it.
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you. So glad there are folks in your age group who love our beautiful province and are willing to work with what they have and make the most of it. I applaud your off grid lifestyle. I'm not off grid, but off grid capable, burn wood for almost all heat, cook with it too. I have an airtight stove with stovepipe much like what you have and when it creosotes up I let the fire get down to coals, set an iron pot over the stove hole and shut the dampers and it never smokes me out; maybe not a great practice but saves time. I also save those crusty creosote flakes and burn it,( it's seriously hot fuel), in cook stove. At 80, I still cut, haul, block and split much of my firewood, put in a garden; and tolerate three free range female spay cats one of whom is 18; keeps me moving...Lol!
Wow, I’m just overwhelmed with the amount of work you do for your wee palace. I’m old and take pleasure is simple things, tho I sure admire your tenacity and ingenuity 👍🏻 Stay safe.
Beautiful area you live in, I have only been to Canada once and well I guess I will reveal my age, I was up at Cold Lake Canada back in 1984 doing some cold weather training with my Squadron VMA-311 US Marines and all I really remember was it was COLD for those two weeks I thought I would freeze to death. Well, it was 81degF here in Louisiana today, we will not really see any cold weather for most likely another month or so, even then nothing like you. Take Care & Keep Warm.
You are so cool. I'm in USA living a life that almost parallels yours. ford Tioga RV and Hyundai instead of yur Toyota, jealous. We are both debt free completely. I used my Rv while remodeling my seventh project home. I'm an old man version of you. LOL right down to the two cats. A gray tabby and a black and white kitty. Like you I wonder how people with debt make it. Surely the world is headed into a tough place. My brother began planning his off grid living at the age of ten. He designed his home and built everything on a mountain in Montana. Cut his trees and his lumber cut with his own sawmill. You would never know he makes his own power. Has rooms and an entire floor hidden. Super high efficient heating design. You know your value and worth. Your knowledge and experience should be here. Thank you for seeing it and offering it to us You make me wish I was young again.
jenna, i am sure this video took alot of effort to make. thank you for sharing your life with us. as always cant wait to see your next episode of a life many wish they could live. stay safe.
Hi Jenna, Ramsey and Rory. 😂 I had cats, and not a one of them vomited on a floor always ran for the carpets. But you got to love them❤😂 You are so sweet saving the caterpillar. I too save all creatures that I can.😊
I wonder why cats do that? I have three and it always seems as if they have a hairball that needs hacked up, they always head for a rug, pet bed or sofa to do it. The hardwood floors that are much easier to clean dont work for them. But, I love them just the same!
Great job getting your wood supply stored away 👍 Winter is here & heading your way :) Very bright colors in your little community, Take care stay warm :)
Hey Jenna, guess who decided living in a house wasn't for him. Looking at an 18-foot trailer in the spring, the rvlife of 21 years is just too comfortable to me. Great video, like always! See you next time.
Hey Jenna,, my wood stove is outside- I do most of my cooking outside all but winter Bcoz my camper is too small 😢 I MISS my wood stove , there’s nothing like wood heat. ANYWAYS, wanting to share as was suggested to me, and I tried it and never did it any other way after. I’d tap the pipes and creosote came out in chunks and layers then I stuffed my pipes with newspapers and birch and light it. They were CLEANED GREAT- like new except not shining. My pipes were stainless steel and I’d tap them in the mornings before putting on the fire, just shovel it out if any 👍. If you ever get the chance to get stainless steel inside pipes, it’s worth it.
Greetings from oakville Ontario thanks for the presentation and fall finally arrived here but according to environment Canada southern Ontario will see a milder winter but I prefer the opposite 😀
Hi Jenna, new sub here from England. I'm an outdoorsy guy all my life and although I'm not sure how I'm here, it's great seeing daily life across the pond. On a weird note, I had a great aunt that moved to Nova Scotia in 46 and we used to collect the stamps from her Christmas cards via air mail........ back when stamp collecting was a thing 🤣🤣 ( 70's/80's) I'm in the West of England, between Stonehenge and Avebury, and your countryside is similar to ours, it looks magical. I'm a professional gardener here. I like how you show the good side and the struggles, of your life, it's awesome 👌🏻👍🏻
First time Jenna I came across your video. Enjoyed it and good work you put in. I didn’t see the comments yet when I saw the clip of the large house on the Island. I visited the owner of the island about 5 years ago & loved the town and area. I intend on seeing more of the area. The only place in Canada that I’ve been to so far. The owner of the island lives here in Carmel Ca. part of the time . Take care , continue fun on the scooter !
Your channel just popped up on my feed... I subscribed as soon as I saw this video... You are an inspiration to the true meaning of living life on your terms... Love your content and how efficient you are doing this on your own... I am happy I found you... Thanks for your content... Keep doing you!!!
Hey Jenna..love how much you enjoy your surroundings (nature) . Thanks for taking us along . Small towns are so charming 😍. 😊 scratches for the babies. 😆 Have a wonderful week. ❤️
Greetings from Long Bottom, Ohio! I just ran across your channel and loved coming along for the scooter ride while sitting here in my very rural, semi-off-grid shack. You're quite a gal, Jenna! Very inspirational!!
Teally nice video Jenna. Enjoyed seeing that bay area, really pretty there. I'm from the midwest, nothing looks like that here. Haven't traveled much. As clever and as handy as you are..it's funny seeing that a mouse scared you. Lol. Take care Jenna, have a good week. Much respect.
were going off grid next April in north east Nevada.. bought 2 acres.. i was originally looking into a wood stove.. but diesel heaters seem like the best way to stay warm in the winter.. buying a 30 gallon diesel storage tank so we have enough on hand in case we are stranded.. though where we are located doesnt get crazy snow.. also will have a split unit A/C with heat pump.. 800 watts of solar with 4-100aH lithium iron phosphate batteries.. with 2000 watt inverter.. also buying 5-275 gallon IBC totes for water storage.. we are also 20 min from civilization.. dry heat during the day (summer) while nights are nice and cool for sleeping.. we truly cant wait to do this.. mountains to the west.. river to the east.. going to be awesome.. THIS is truly living.. BTW i'm 55 and my wife is 62.. moving from New York.. just wish we did this earlier in life.. doing something like this at our age is kinda crazy lol..
I love this!!!! I always wanted to go to Canada but I can't get a passport. EVEN AS A NATIVE BORN AMERICAN! The reason...I was adopted...and the social security office (record keepers) screwed it up 35 FREAKING YEARS AGO!!! So I am sorting it out now
Omg! That's infuriating about the record keepers. It makes me angry every time I hear a story like yours. We were all born sovereign according to God's law. I hope you can get this sorted out soon. You shouldn't have to suffer for someone else's negligence. Plus none of us should need a number. Ugh.
@shellakers10 I know but when you're adopted your birth certificate changes. My birth certificate shows my adoptive mother (my grandma) and my father as unknown because she was widowed and my bio dads rights were stripped....okay no big deal...they changed my mother's name on my record...BUT SOMEONE DIDN'T DO THEIR JOB AND DIDN'T REMOVE MY BIO FATHER...so I can't get a passport because they want my father's information...I know his name... THAT'S IT
You have to have an enhanced drivers license now. Requires a lot more paperwork for identification, and is only offered at your DMV if your state is close to Canada. We live in Buffalo, NY, so it’s easy for us, but if you’re from a farther state not available. Also, no firearms, even if licensed, drugs not in prescription bottle, you have to tell them where you’re staying at, plus they copy your license. Coming back in is harder, US customs are stricter, they do not play. But never argue with any customs.
Mahone Bay looks beautiful and I like the architecture and that floating/pontoon cabin 👍 I think as a past chimney sweep your doing the best you can with that size of stove, the fuel and the short flue.
Oh Jenna, your soft eyes and adorable smile just make my day! You should have put that mouse inside your camper so Ramsey and Rory would have someone to play with! 🙂
Anyone ever tell you that you are beautiful in every sense of the word? You even skip rocks great too! Keep up the good work- inspiring others to become more empowered and self sufficient! Take good care!
I think those coyotes would be running scared after hearing you scream at the mouse in the woodpile. To be fair, I'd scream too 😂. My daughter's cat went outside once, saw a car drive by (maybe twenty feet away) & she ran back inside. She's definitely an indoor kitty.
Haha that worked out great for you! Lol. Ramsay doesn't like cars either because he jumped out of my arms one day while outside at an old apartment we lived in lol
Sure was a beautiful day, if winter’s looming then you definitely made the most of some nice weather… stay warm and I wish that you would wear some gloves when you’re stacking firewood lol 😂. Thanks for the awesome video.
OK IF YOU HAD TO WRITE AN INSTRUCTION MANUAL.... For someone to take care of your trailer home for a week. That manual would be huge.... Could you even remember everything to be done? Started laughing when you started plugging one thing in, unplugging another, switching this, switching that, filling the water then some diesel. Make sure the cat understood. Then make supper.
Jenna you’re awesome And your kitty’s are adorable It’s not that easy going going things alone But it’s rewarding for the soul Ps when you said the wood was as dry as a fart I choked on my water hahahaha 😂 GOD bless you and may angels guide and protect you and all you hold dear
Hi. You are so lovely. I've been watching your videos for a while I find them very interesting and I think you a strong lady doing everything by yourself. Your cats are cute have you thought about extending the outdoor shelter so they could roam more but still be safe in a run. Have you also thought about adding a porch which will keep the heating by your front door and allow you move space. Take care stay warm and safe. Yvonne from England x
Thanks Yvonne, well I have actually already made the catio bigger than it was but I have thought about adding runs, it's just a matter of finding the time I suppose lol
Hi Jenna, we had our first fire last night, stacked wood for the afternoon. My little dog Toby was not feeling well, in the middle of the night he vomited not just on one blanket but on 3. Oh well, the bed needed to be stripped anyway just not at 2:00 in the morning. Ramsey was so funny just strutting down the driveway ignoring you, just living his best life. Brat. Really enjoyed your ride to the small town. Miss the east coast. Thank you for taking us. ❤🍁
This was such a breath of fresh air! I loved this video, and I think needed to see it to push me to maybe research this type of lifestyle more. I am retired and do not have financial concerns and am young still, but I am seriously sick of the hustle and bustle of life around me. Thanks for sharing. [edited] I love the kitties! Have two myself :)
Hi Jenna, on your Creosote issue, I know that you love to clean your stove pipe, I've heard a long time ago that certain wood types have more Creosote than others like pine, soft wood burning fast, burning hardwood is better! Anyway I think you wouldn't trade your life for anything else,,,, keep up the good work Jenna!
Thanks for sharing your scooter trip to the water. It inspired me to visit my old home town and see what color the water is in Chartiers Creek. It is usually a mocha brown in McKees Rocks PA!
Always look forward to your next installment Jenna. That mouse showing up and your scream was funny lol. He'll be in your wood pile next time :-). Your hair looks great. You usually have a hat on so was a surprise. Have a great week!
So long warm days... At least you took the Ferrari out for a Rip🤙🏁🏁I did the same a couple weeks ago in my Koop, and then it snowed a week later here in Idaho. we had 21 & 23F so far. Gittin cold❄️❄️. Awesome power management, Wood stack is Huge. Happy Autumn GypsyGirl, Nova Scocia is Beautiful. 💙💙👍... Be blessed🙏🙏
Wood is nature's gift. It warms you 1 when you cut it ,2 when you chop it 3 stacking it, 4 when you burn it an 5 when you clean the ash up.... Amazing!
Enjoyed the video. Nice load of wood you had. Cannot bet the wood heat. Thanks for bringing us along on your scooter adventure. Nice scenery. Take care. .
Sweet video Jenna. Liked the tour of the town and the house boat caught my attention right away. How cool would that be living on one the entire summer. Enjoyed you contemplating life scene, sweet. Thanks for sharing.
Found your channel about a year ago. I’m an old man who loves to see beautiful independent women living the free life. Thank you for sharing Jenna. Live free and avoid this crazy world.❤
I enjoyed your video. I retired to a rural half acre property in New Brunswick where I enjoy living with 4 cats and 13 chickens.
GIRL ! Wood stove tech here! Run that stove HOT once a day with good seasoned kindling and you’ll NEVER need to clean the pipe! I haven’t cleaned my pipe in 20 YEARS!
Wow! Amazing!
I wouldn't take the chance, I would check and clean the pipe if needed. I was told the same info and when I checked the pipe it was packed with creosote. Not worth burning your place down!!
I usually burn hot for an hour in the morning.
Clean once a year and there is barely any build-up.
It depends on your wood - hard wood vs soft and type of tree. Pines will cause a lot of kresote whereas oaks, cedars less so. Also dry wood better than wet.
@@vorpalblades that’s a winning strategy!
Been watching your videos for sometime and this is my 1st comment. I live alone. I've been alone 4 yrs. I lived off grid for a yr after my husband passed, watching your videos makes me want that life back. I couldn't afford solar panels or the battery charging stations so I sold the property and bought a house. I so want to turn my home into off grid home like your home. I'm so afraid of doing electrical so I have money to save for that too. Which power station do you like best of the ones u have? I'm so proud of you for doing this on ur own.
Look up DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse here on TH-cam. He has a bunch of videos on budget solar system setups. This guy really seems to know his stuff. He was living in his van about 8 years ago, and as far as I can tell he is a multi millionaire now.
Thank you, I only have experience with two power stations and each one has pros and cons. There is definitely some research to be done here, and like Colin said, you should be able to find a good, reliable, and affordable one that will work for you
Wishing you all the best @billiejo73
In the US a new round of tariff's is about to go into effect on solar panels and batteries from China, who are by far the biggest source of these, especially the low-cost ones. I'd not delay on the research and purchase. A second vote for Will Prowse's channel to get good info, and he has a forum linked in the video description where any help you need can be found.
Thanks for the trip to Mahone Bay, never been til now. Also laughing with/at you (magine how scared Mr Mouse was) 😂
Thank you for showing parts of your neighbor hood and town . You sure live in a beautiful area.
What a life. You live a life most can only dream of.
Just found your channel and I have to say you're a soldier for sure. I love everything about the way you live. I would love to do this. So impressed by you.
Thank you so much!
A wonderful lil episode J. I'm really glad you took us on the ride thru town with you. You have a good life.
I am glad you got to enjoy the ride along! 🙂
I remember when I was a kid and we had an old wood burning stove in our living room and one night my dad frantically ran through the house waking everyone up and we all had black smudges in and under our noses because smoke had backed into the house from the stove. My dad just happened to wake up and discover what was happening thank God or we all would've died that night. This was my first time seeing your channel and I very much liked the video so I am subscribing! 🎉
Work hard....Play hard....Rest hard is a good life balance. Knowing when to do which one is up to the personal preference of all of us.
Good job chilling with the wind and water therapy.....looked nice and relaxing!
Good job.....God Bless....Stay Safe
P.S. Posting so late in the day had me thinkin Gypsy wasn't going to make it today....but ya did...😂
You're living a really good life Jenna. 😊
You're a beast stacking all that wood. Been there done that
Loved to see someone work so hard . Brings back memories of the days I could work like that . Just don’t over do . Because later in life it takes a toll on the body
I think your little unique lifestyle is absolutely fantastic!!! I Love it 🥰
Best Wishes moving forward into this next season Prayer & Blessings 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🥰🥰🥰
Rotating between two generators is a great idea be it gas or electric. If both units run great perfect, if one dies you now have a backup to keep you comfortable and start to search for a deal rather than being stuck no choice but to buy what you can get and pay full retail
You’re one amazing woman! You’re definitely not lazy, and you take things in stride- life itself included! I’m very proud of you, for living your life the way you are, and it even shows you actually enjoy it! I wish you best wishes always of God’s True Blessings! Please take care and keep up the great work!
I live off grid too! Its a very liberated life. I use batteries for many things, its not a life for everyone, but i don't mind. Its better than owing the utility companies for the rest of ur life. Luckily, i live down south and don't worry about a cold winter. I love your video!
Hey Jenna,
You are my kind of lady! Living off grid is the ultimate in freedom! Judging from your surroundings, I'd say you're in the Alaskan wilderness. I'm a Texan survivalist/prepper for over 30 years, and you have the type of FREEDOM that I am working toward. Would love to find a partner with your spirit, grit, and determination to live FREE. THIS is the spirit that founded this nation, and is so very much missing in our society today. You are AWESOME!! KEEP LIVING FREE, and keep being a champion for freedom!! KUDOS to you, from the SOVEREIGN REPUBLIC of Texas!!
Hey girl , I have a trick that was taught to me 25 years ago by some good ole boys from Tennessee, as far as issues with suet in my stove pipe. Smash 2 aluminum cans , ( soda/ beer ) . Put them in the bottom of your stove where the coals will completely melt them overnight, or all day, if applicable. Before you do anything , CLEAN THE PIPE OUT FIRST !!!! For the first week, melt 2 of them each day. Check your pipe once it’s cooled down. It should be clean. The second week repeat the process, only using 1 SMASHED can per night/ day. Repeat the process as I mentioned above. The pipe should be clean and shiny . After that 1 smashed can every 4 days ish , should be more than sufficient. The aluminum in the cans oxidizes, and creates a smooth surface on the inside surface of the pipe , and decinagrates the suet , into smoke. There is no risk of waste coming from the pipe, and causing any fires . I still check my pipe annually before using the stove , and haven’t had to clean it since. Also, it prevents the pipe from rusting completely thru , it works on stainless pipes, as well .
Nova Scotia. Geez never been but just got back from living off grid in Copenhagen DK for 6yrs now back in Pacific Northwest.
My wood experience. I grew up with wood heat. It’s the best feeling heat nice and dry heat. Those creosote logs work real well throw one in the fire once in a while. Creosote turns to dust.
Take an old electric treadmill and use it as a conveyor for your firewood.
Ya know, that's a great idea!
Yeah, I fell asleep early last night and missed your video. Loved the Rip on the scooter and just walking around the coastal town of Mahone Bay. Nice to be able to enjoy the ambiance of a town without having to deal with a crowd. Very scenic area, I could sit for hours on the shore and contemplate life. Leave the phone home, don't need it out there. Thanks for sharing it all!
Rob and Layla.
Thanks Rob, not many people around that day so it was extra nice! Not a big fan of crowds, myself!
I found the same thermometer for my mom's home wood stove after her old one went and she loves it. Definitely recommend! Happy you got out on the scooter one last time 🙂
The town, lake and scenery where you took your ride is just gorgeous. So crystal clear. I can almost smell that crisp air!!! Also, that's not just a Dr. That's a doctor with an old old money trust fund! What a mansion. 😮
Well hello. Good to see you again. Thanks for helping me get through a stupid shift at work.
My pleasure! 🙂
Hi Jenna, Rory 🐈⬛ Ramsey 🐈👋🏻 Always great to hear from you 😊 Awesome progress on preparing for winter ❄️🥶Hope you're doing well my friends 🤞🏻 Appreciate you always 🙏🏻 God Bless
What a relaxing day you had out on your scooter.Beautiful town.Thanks for sharing your journey Jenna.
! Yup ! That's A Chimney Fire Waiting 2 Happen. Usually When Ur Asleep...
Lost A Lot Of Family & Friends 2 Chimney Fires In The Ol;d Days When Houses Were Wood Heat...
Vanilla creme filling cereal ... .ugh, gag! ;-) To each their own I guess. Every year or so I break down and buy some Cocoa Puffs!
Your pic looks so cozy. I find your video so cool and interesting, and in the US nice and distracting from the political craziness. Thanks! Be well & stay warm.
Lol. So many cereal is bad for you. As a youngster, I would look at the nutritional information on the box and feel good about myself. It took me a while to figure out how much processed sugar and other nasty stuff was in it.
Love all the old houses in town. Have a great week.
Good to see ya happy Jenna I wish I was 😞I’m very soon to be single and I’m going to live my like I want at my off grid cabin 😀👍😎
Sorry to hear. Best of luck in your off grid cabin, hope you're able to enjoy it in time!
Your adventure is just beginning. Make it your joy.You are going to be better than fine. ❤
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you. So glad there are folks in your age group who love our beautiful province and are willing to work with what they have and make the most of it. I applaud your off grid lifestyle. I'm not off grid, but off grid capable, burn wood for almost all heat, cook with it too. I have an airtight stove with stovepipe much like what you have and when it creosotes up I let the fire get down to coals, set an iron pot over the stove hole and shut the dampers and it never smokes me out; maybe not a great practice but saves time. I also save those crusty creosote flakes and burn it,( it's seriously hot fuel), in cook stove. At 80, I still cut, haul, block and split much of my firewood, put in a garden; and tolerate three free range female spay cats one of whom is 18; keeps me moving...Lol!
Awesome, keep on - keeping on!
I enjoyed this video,love your cats 😊❤❤❤❤
Wow, I’m just overwhelmed with the amount of work you do for your wee palace. I’m old and take pleasure is simple things, tho I sure admire your tenacity and ingenuity 👍🏻 Stay safe.
Beautiful area you live in, I have only been to Canada once and well I guess I will reveal my age, I was up at Cold Lake Canada back in 1984 doing some cold weather training with my Squadron VMA-311 US Marines and all I really remember was it was COLD for those two weeks I thought I would freeze to death. Well, it was 81degF here in Louisiana today, we will not really see any cold weather for most likely another month or so, even then nothing like you. Take Care & Keep Warm.
From what I hear, Saskatchewan does get quite cold! Never been there! Enjoy the warmth down there! 🙂
@@gypsyjennayes it gets pretty darn cold in Sask
You are so cool. I'm in USA living a life that almost parallels yours. ford Tioga RV and Hyundai instead of yur Toyota, jealous. We are both debt free completely. I used my Rv while remodeling my seventh project home. I'm an old man version of you. LOL right down to the two cats. A gray tabby and a black and white kitty. Like you I wonder how people with debt make it. Surely the world is headed into a tough place. My brother began planning his off grid living at the age of ten. He designed his home and built everything on a mountain in Montana. Cut his trees and his lumber cut with his own sawmill. You would never know he makes his own power. Has rooms and an entire floor hidden. Super high efficient heating design. You know your value and worth. Your knowledge and experience should be here. Thank you for seeing it and offering it to us You make me wish I was young again.
Awe thank you so much for those kind words! I truly appreciate it! Keep living the dream, my friend!
Love your videos and great sense of humor!!!
jenna, i am sure this video took alot of effort to make. thank you for sharing your life with us. as always cant wait to see your next episode of a life many wish they could live. stay safe.
Hi Jenna, Ramsey and Rory. 😂 I had cats, and not a one of them vomited on a floor always ran for the carpets. But you got to love them❤😂 You are so sweet saving the caterpillar. I too save all creatures that I can.😊
@@tamarashiels570 One other favorite place is on the bed. Aren’t they lucky to have us.
I wonder why cats do that? I have three and it always seems as if they have a hairball that needs hacked up, they always head for a rug, pet bed or sofa to do it. The hardwood floors that are much easier to clean dont work for them. But, I love them just the same!
Great job getting your wood supply stored away 👍 Winter is here & heading your way :) Very bright colors in your little community, Take care stay warm :)
Hey Jenna, guess who decided living in a house wasn't for him. Looking at an 18-foot trailer in the spring, the rvlife of 21 years is just too comfortable to me. Great video, like always! See you next time.
Hey Jenna,, my wood stove is outside- I do most of my cooking outside all but winter Bcoz my camper is too small 😢 I MISS my wood stove , there’s nothing like wood heat. ANYWAYS, wanting to share as was suggested to me, and I tried it and never did it any other way after. I’d tap the pipes and creosote came out in chunks and layers then I stuffed my pipes with newspapers and birch and light it. They were CLEANED GREAT- like new except not shining. My pipes were stainless steel and I’d tap them in the mornings before putting on the fire, just shovel it out if any 👍. If you ever get the chance to get stainless steel inside pipes, it’s worth it.
Pretty town with colorful houses and beautiful churches! Your narration is dryly funny. cool channel.
I just moved mine under the pole barn from the summer parking spot. Also my tiny home has officially paid for itself now. Tiny life for the win ✊
Awesome!! 🎉🎉
Greetings from oakville Ontario thanks for the presentation and fall finally arrived here but according to environment Canada southern Ontario will see a milder winter but I prefer the opposite 😀
Hi Jenna, new sub here from England. I'm an outdoorsy guy all my life and although I'm not sure how I'm here, it's great seeing daily life across the pond.
On a weird note, I had a great aunt that moved to Nova Scotia in 46 and we used to collect the stamps from her Christmas cards via air mail........ back when stamp collecting was a thing 🤣🤣 ( 70's/80's)
I'm in the West of England, between Stonehenge and Avebury, and your countryside is similar to ours, it looks magical. I'm a professional gardener here.
I like how you show the good side and the struggles, of your life, it's awesome 👌🏻👍🏻
Thank you so much ☺️
I’ve been to Mahone Bay and Oak Island and Lunenburg! Everything is beautiful in Nova Scotia!
That it is 🙂
First time Jenna I came across your video. Enjoyed it and good work you put in. I didn’t see the comments yet when I saw the clip of the large house on the Island. I visited the owner of the island about 5 years ago & loved the town and area. I intend on seeing more of the area. The only place in Canada that I’ve been to so far. The owner of the island lives here in Carmel Ca. part of the time . Take care , continue fun on the scooter !
@cindimitchell9952 interesting! Thanks!
Your channel just popped up on my feed... I subscribed as soon as I saw this video... You are an inspiration
to the true meaning of living life on your terms... Love your content and how efficient you are doing this on your own... I am happy I found you... Thanks for your content... Keep doing you!!!
Thanks for sharing your life with us all. I always enjoy your videos.
Watching you from Indiana, we have had an off grid cabin for 19 yrs it’s just our get away, off grid is a tough life. It’s wonder to be free, enjoy
Enjoy it while it last's, Life is short. Stay warm this winter!
Hey Jenna..love how much you enjoy your surroundings (nature) . Thanks for taking us along . Small towns are so charming 😍. 😊 scratches for the babies. 😆 Have a wonderful week. ❤️
Thanks, you too 🙂
Creasote dissolved in used engine oil makes a great preservative for the bottom of fence posts
Wish I tried living off grid when I was younger. Enjoyed your video. Stay warm. Looking like we'll hardly get a winter in Texas this year.
Have a great week Jenna!
Thanks and you as well!
Hi Jenna! Good to see you preparing for winter. You Rory and Ramsey stay warm and be safe! ❤
Thank you 😊
Love an independent woman! I could live that way as long as I have internet.
Starlink
Greetings from Long Bottom, Ohio! I just ran across your channel and loved coming along for the scooter ride while sitting here in my very rural, semi-off-grid shack. You're quite a gal, Jenna! Very inspirational!!
Ya it's getting colder at night here too
Teally nice video Jenna. Enjoyed seeing that bay area, really pretty there. I'm from the midwest, nothing looks like that here. Haven't traveled much. As clever and as handy as you are..it's funny seeing that a mouse scared you. Lol. Take care Jenna, have a good week. Much respect.
Cladd, That RV, In Wood Planks &, Mesh-Cloth, To Make It Last Longer.
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were going off grid next April in north east Nevada.. bought 2 acres.. i was originally looking into a wood stove.. but diesel heaters seem like the best way to stay warm in the winter.. buying a 30 gallon diesel storage tank so we have enough on hand in case we are stranded.. though where we are located doesnt get crazy snow.. also will have a split unit A/C with heat pump.. 800 watts of solar with 4-100aH lithium iron phosphate batteries.. with 2000 watt inverter.. also buying 5-275 gallon IBC totes for water storage.. we are also 20 min from civilization.. dry heat during the day (summer) while nights are nice and cool for sleeping.. we truly cant wait to do this.. mountains to the west.. river to the east.. going to be awesome.. THIS is truly living.. BTW i'm 55 and my wife is 62.. moving from New York.. just wish we did this earlier in life.. doing something like this at our age is kinda crazy lol..
Crazy, nah.. awesome, YES! ENJOY EVERY MINUTE OF IT!!
Watching from east texas
I’m so glad that I saw Ur channel. I’ve been thinking of living off the grid and I have learned a lot just watching U.
Glad to hear it!
Hi, watching from Kingman Arizona 👍
👋 thanks for watching!
Chimney fires, propane tanks and Sriracha…. It’s nice to see you’re still keeping it real. I wouldn’t have it any other way, Gypsy J! 🍻
I love this!!!! I always wanted to go to Canada but I can't get a passport. EVEN AS A NATIVE BORN AMERICAN! The reason...I was adopted...and the social security office (record keepers) screwed it up 35 FREAKING YEARS AGO!!! So I am sorting it out now
If you drive across the border - all you need is a drivers licence to enter Canada (no passport necessary)..
Omg! That's infuriating about the record keepers. It makes me angry every time I hear a story like yours. We were all born sovereign according to God's law. I hope you can get this sorted out soon. You shouldn't have to suffer for someone else's negligence. Plus none of us should need a number. Ugh.
@shellakers10 I know but when you're adopted your birth certificate changes. My birth certificate shows my adoptive mother (my grandma) and my father as unknown because she was widowed and my bio dads rights were stripped....okay no big deal...they changed my mother's name on my record...BUT SOMEONE DIDN'T DO THEIR JOB AND DIDN'T REMOVE MY BIO FATHER...so I can't get a passport because they want my father's information...I know his name... THAT'S IT
@@taylorsisland8509 that's not true anymore
You have to have an enhanced drivers license now. Requires a lot more paperwork for identification, and is only offered at your DMV if your state is close to Canada. We live in Buffalo, NY, so it’s easy for us, but if you’re from a farther state not available. Also, no firearms, even if licensed, drugs not in prescription bottle, you have to tell them where you’re staying at, plus they copy your license. Coming back in is harder, US customs are stricter, they do not play. But never argue with any customs.
Mahone Bay looks beautiful and I like the architecture and that floating/pontoon cabin 👍 I think as a past chimney sweep your doing the best you can with that size of stove, the fuel and the short flue.
Nice looking cats Jenna
I’d be so scared to have the cats going into the catio at night with those coyotes 😩 clearly you know what you’re doing though 👍🏻
Oh Jenna, your soft eyes and adorable smile just make my day! You should have put that mouse inside your camper so
Ramsey and Rory would have someone to play with! 🙂
Watching from Southwestern Oklahoma!
Anyone ever tell you that you are beautiful in every sense of the word?
You even skip rocks great too!
Keep up the good work- inspiring others to become more empowered and self sufficient!
Take good care!
Hope she notices ❤
Add A 6' Length Above The Roof. The Higher The Cap The Better The Draw.
The town is so cute and looks like my kind of place. I love your setup - thanks for sharing!
I think those coyotes would be running scared after hearing you scream at the mouse in the woodpile. To be fair, I'd scream too 😂. My daughter's cat went outside once, saw a car drive by (maybe twenty feet away) & she ran back inside. She's definitely an indoor kitty.
Haha that worked out great for you! Lol. Ramsay doesn't like cars either because he jumped out of my arms one day while outside at an old apartment we lived in lol
I found a mouse in the sewing room once and discovered that the louder you scream the faster it runs. Just a little bit of advice 😊
Sure was a beautiful day, if winter’s looming then you definitely made the most of some nice weather… stay warm and I wish that you would wear some gloves when you’re stacking firewood lol 😂. Thanks for the awesome video.
OK IF YOU HAD TO WRITE AN INSTRUCTION MANUAL.... For someone to take care of your trailer home for a week. That manual would be huge.... Could you even remember everything to be done? Started laughing when you started plugging one thing in, unplugging another, switching this, switching that, filling the water then some diesel. Make sure the cat understood. Then make supper.
Haha yeah I would have to make a video, it would be easier than writing in a book I suppose lol
LOL!!! I jumped and screamed too !!! You work hard enjoy every video. I did alot of yard work my tomatoes are growing and peppers and Rosemary too.
I vove you . Been doing this since 2014.
Jenna you’re awesome
And your kitty’s are adorable
It’s not that easy going going things alone
But it’s rewarding for the soul
Ps when you said the wood was as dry as a fart I choked on my water hahahaha 😂
GOD bless you and may angels guide and protect you and all you hold dear
Mb was here
Omg my back when you are unloading 😢 the wood. See you next time
Sorry about your back, Mb 🙃
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Hi.
You are so lovely.
I've been watching your videos for a while I find them very interesting and I think you a strong lady doing everything by yourself.
Your cats are cute have you thought about extending the outdoor shelter so they could roam more but still be safe in a run.
Have you also thought about adding a porch which will keep the heating by your front door and allow you move space.
Take care stay warm and safe.
Yvonne from England x
Thanks Yvonne, well I have actually already made the catio bigger than it was but I have thought about adding runs, it's just a matter of finding the time I suppose lol
How long have you been burning your stove Jenna? It's cold at night here in WV but the days are still nice take care my friend 😊
Started in October this year 👍
Hi Jenna, we had our first fire last night, stacked wood for the afternoon. My little dog Toby was not feeling well, in the middle of the night he vomited not just on one blanket but on 3. Oh well, the bed needed to be stripped anyway just not at 2:00 in the morning. Ramsey was so funny just strutting down the driveway ignoring you, just living his best life. Brat. Really enjoyed your ride to the small town. Miss the east coast. Thank you for taking us. ❤🍁
Thanks for coming along!
Thanks!
Thank you so much 🙏
This was such a breath of fresh air! I loved this video, and I think needed to see it to push me to maybe research this type of lifestyle more. I am retired and do not have financial concerns and am young still, but I am seriously sick of the hustle and bustle of life around me. Thanks for sharing.
[edited] I love the kitties! Have two myself :)
My favorite Canadian threw think and thin in the hospital out or the hospital what a gail😊.
Yes we love this woman❤
Hi Jenna, on your Creosote issue, I know that you love to clean your stove pipe, I've heard a long time ago that certain wood types have more Creosote than others like pine, soft wood burning fast, burning hardwood is better! Anyway I think you wouldn't trade your life for anything else,,,, keep up the good work Jenna!
Cat smelled freedom and said "I'm out lol"!
Can't blame him I suppose lol
Thanks for sharing your scooter trip to the water. It inspired me to visit my old home town and see what color the water is in Chartiers Creek. It is usually a mocha brown in McKees Rocks PA!
Yep enjoy every minute!!
Always look forward to your next installment Jenna. That mouse showing up and your scream was funny lol. He'll be in your wood pile next time :-). Your hair looks great. You usually have a hat on so was a surprise. Have a great week!
Great video love seeing the town
So long warm days... At least you took the Ferrari out for a Rip🤙🏁🏁I did the same a couple weeks ago in my Koop, and then it snowed a week later here in Idaho. we had 21 & 23F so far. Gittin cold❄️❄️. Awesome power management, Wood stack is Huge. Happy Autumn GypsyGirl, Nova Scocia is Beautiful. 💙💙👍... Be blessed🙏🙏
Wood is nature's gift. It warms you 1 when you cut it ,2 when you chop it 3 stacking it, 4 when you burn it an 5 when you clean the ash up.... Amazing!
It's all so true!
And nature will put back what you used as long as you treat the land with respect, so the cycle of life can continue. Nature is amazing!
Enjoyed the video. Nice load of wood you had. Cannot bet the wood heat. Thanks for bringing us along on your scooter adventure. Nice scenery. Take care.
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The monotony. Back in the day you might of had a neighbor kid that would of loved to stack the wood for a few bucks.
Sweet video Jenna. Liked the tour of the town and the house boat caught my attention right away. How cool would that be living on one the entire summer. Enjoyed you contemplating life scene, sweet. Thanks for sharing.
Great video Jenna