Wilderness Homestead, Bear Proof Chicken Coop Build, Step 1
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 เม.ย. 2020
- #homestead #logcabin #offgrid
Continuing with the creating of my wilderness homestead, I build an oak log base for a bear and wolf proof chicken coop and I plant cool weather vegetables in our newly created forest garden beds.
Thank you to Toronto Blacksmith for the adze, camp axe and log dogs.
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I have insomnia that has plagued my whole life, but the second half off your video was so relaxing i was able to get to sleep. Thank you
Try listening to diff “ sleep frequencies “ there are many videos . You can also lok out for crackling of woods in bonnfire sounds .
Calli is so patient but so persistent with her toy. She just stands to the side with a " in case you EVER decide to pay attention to me" look. It's soooo adorable!!
She always chases after whatever he's shoveling. It's so funny. 😀
I’ve seen hundreds of golden retrievers, but Cali is the one that takes my heart. Would love to meet her someday but highly unlikely lmao.
@willythewave may be you should do dog training videos for your 1000 subscribers and lose the negative comments about a man and his dog that are loving life and living it well.
That red thingee??
Dream Girls Daily ,,ü,,,ääö,,..?..
Cali needs a friend. I watch your videos every night to unwind. If people criticising you its cos your going against the flow. You remind me alot of my father. Bless you for being you ❤
It never ceases to amaze me, how you can take a gigantic log (a huge damn log) lying in the forest, covered in ice and snow, looking like it would take four adults to carry; and drag it about by yourself, debark it, set it nicely in place and hack the top off so it is flat. amazing.
Me too! One thing I found out is a log is relatively lightweight at one end. I talked to an old timer who moved 1300 lbs pianos by himself. When I asked him how he did it, he said they're always lighter on the end. Plus he had tricks that he used. Balance, pivot points and prying up is the tricks Shawn has learned. Plus he's stout as a mule. Vaughn
It's not hard wood, and if already dead it lost wait. You can do it!
@@JF-fx2qv Weight.
@@JF-fx2qv Yeah... hold my beer!
Shawn is MAGIC. LOL
I'm almost done with my little chicken coop. Thank you for inspiration. Each time when i feel like doing nothing, i just watch one of your videos and i'm in my backyard finding something to do.
Shawn does inspire one to get Off a the couch & get things done outside for sure. Since beginning to watch his channel a year ago I've built a shed, chicken coop, hog fence, front yard fence, starting an extra room, gotten 20 chickens 3 pigs & beginning a few raised beds for growing greens. He's definitely a bad influence ;-)
He has that effect on people. Lol same here 😁
Jamaica 🇯🇲 here I am a mom grandma and I have been watching you about a year now when you first did the fire wall in the cabin and when you started the kitchen counter and shelves and not to mention the cooking it has been good and seeing you improve the place is refreshing and your dog Cali there with you every step keep up the good work I know that your family is with you there is coming a day when they all will be glad that you have laid down this foundation keep up the good work praying for you keep all those wonderful plans that you have on till they become reality be safe I am watching from across the globe
Not only full days labour, but filming the process too.....That's got to be a well earned sauna, truly inspirational .
Perfect mix today: Sharing of plans, fitting music, beautiful photography, hard work and the satisfaction of so much progress, woodpecker songs, a little of that wood stove cooking, perfect warm fire and, of course, the BEST part...the many antics of Cali the wonder dog. My week is complete. Thanks, Shawn.
woodpeckers sound like the canadian predator
Wow! It has been 3 years. How time flies. Thanks for this update. It is so veautiful there. Pray for normalcy and sanity 😁. Blessings and cheers. You have no idea how much we love your videography!
Your channel is therapeutic, thank you from a locked in U.K. resident.
I watch your TH-cam often, I bet most of people envy your natural cabin life. Tiny house life is enough for us. Please keep on tracing your dream life. May the Lord blessing your family,and the most of lovely Calli.
0:35 Supervising is the hardest part of any job! Good Job Cali!
LOL...my daddy used to call it the "heavy looking on."
It’s amazing how much effort you put into whatever your doing. Love seeing Cali too. Thank you for giving us these wonderful videos
He's sooo On Purpose ,so focus...the gift of being present on a regular is life changing. No bull !!
Shawn: You mentioned that last years garden was to acidic. Why don't you spread the ashes from your fires on it. The ash will neutralize the soil.
Hello again from UK! This is the very best channel on You Tube...... I love it! Thanks for all the adventures!
Yes I agree Love it 😊
I never get tired of the title-music, the distinct banjo and guitarplaying
it's very catchy
I love these comments I think we all have cabin fever and we are all jealous because you get to be out enjoying the outdoors, building and playing with possibly the best groomed dog I've ever seen. Thanks for sharing I wish I was there building too...
My husband and I just went and finished buying our garden plants and flowers. I can’t wait to get them in the ground and watch them grow. Love our big gardens.
I have raised a traditional garden but now do raised and no till...half the work and produces more...but to each his own...really like your show...
Shawn, do you know what you are doing for us......You're teaching us how to survive AND keeping us calm during this crisis......Thank You !!!!!!!!!!
This man is a treasure.
There is no crisis! I work in a hospital and I can tell you that what you see on the TV is a complete and utter lie!
There is no pandemic! It’s is a lie! Watch Dr Rashid Buttar! Just look him up on TH-cam!
Interesting what you said about "learning the property". I don't think many would understand, but it would be a great conversation.
Oh and LOL at Cali's toy blocking your log.
Btw, I Joined the elk group
So exciting to see a chicken coup going up and planting a garden wow lots of work but such a labor of love and passion. God's blessings to you all.
I fall asleep watching the video , not because is boring it just relaxes me . Seeing the trees and snow and the sound of the axes makes you forget about all of these troubles days in the city with covid 19 . Now have wait till the next video .
I always get so much knowledge out of your videos! Thank you!
Leading the way brother! pure inspraition, modavation..your life pours out for others to inhale to give strenght..and hope.. much love
Always love your videos. ♥️
Always enjoy reading the comments.
Stay healthy, everyone!🙏
Loved the ice crystals hanging on the bushes over the river/lake. Looked like crystals on a chandelier,aah the beauty of nature
You can almost feel everything waiting to spring to life !
Thank you for the natural beauty! Best of luck choosing the best locations. God Bless!
I'm something of a rough Carpenter myself and the stuff that I'm seeing you doing is absolutely unbelievable for your ability to do that
Opening with Cali coming at me! I'm in Heaven. Looks like the new tools are working great, and luv to see your fantastic garden take shape. Great way to start my Friday. Give Cali a BIG SMOOCH from Mike & Ronnie. GOD BLESS
Good Morning Shawn - All is right with the world, got my Cali fix right off the bat. Cali never fails to bring a smile to my face. I am glad she allows you to be the co-star though. I like how the garden is coming along. A lot of work, but the pay off will definitely be worth the effort. Thank you for sharing your adventures, plans, knowledge and ideas with us. Kind Regards, Randy in Arizona, USA
Thank you not only for cutting trees, but also for growing new trees
Sean your videos make me so happy in this crazy world and crazy times we’re living in
Early upload today! Always the best part of any friday; a new video from MSR!
This was a nice 'release' from the pressures of life! Thanks for your time/talents shared on this vid Shawn. I was happy to hear that you've been given a greenhouse. It gives you yet another 'option' for planting if other gardens do not do as well as hoped. I like the sound of you having a well/pond nearer to your cabin to draw from. If what you are building is a 'chicken coop' against bears...it looks to me that it would also be 'Goliath' proof! Personally (in my limited knowledge of all things) I would think that all those feathers would make a chicken unappealing to bears unless desperate. You must know otherwise, or would not go so such lengths for a coop. My Lord, the work! Know what I would luv to have if I were in your shoes (and it's good I am not, as I would never think things out as well as you)...I would want a mulcher, and clear trails and lay mulch all over the place to connect the buildings...but then, I'm just enjoyin' a dream! Health and God's Blessings to you n' yours!
Helpers don't come any more faithful and eager than Cali. I like that wire fabric for discouraging digging by animals. That'll be one fancy chicken coup by the time you're done.
Love every aspect of your videos. What a difference between Cali and a city dog. Her stance, muscles and conformation show what a dog should look like. Whenever there is a good shot of her, I pause it and just look at her. :)
It's fascinating to me too, seeing how a dog acts never leashed or restrained. She's more aggressive than a typical golden and her prey drive is through the roof.
@@MySelfReliance That came to my mind also. Whether chasing her lure or a shovel full of dirt, she's always keen. On your walks she covers five times the territory that you do! :)
That dog so funny love Cali 🐶 dads little helper 🤣🤣 great video Shawn👍
Great day in the north!
Here too, since you posted.
Thanx!
another day in paradise! only choose what to do and move on, by your own, what you prefer..and a good couple of things: have to do always some thing, and change things to do wherever you want in a lovely place, life's bingo lucky man..and we enjoying your videos, then a big thank you. ! and go on...
Cali, it is remarkable the number of tasks you have trained your human to do! Keep up the good work!
Thank you for feeding my soul once again.
Love watching your homestead progress Shawn, please wear eye protection
It very good of someone to offer you a greenhouse.......good luck....you deserve it......and thanks for keeping us entertained during this crisis....Stay safe.
I like so much your life in the forest and you has a beautiful house . Your videos are success !!!!!!!!!!!I see you every day!!!!!!!
Thanks for the peaceful interlude with only the sounds of nature.
I feel like my backs going to be aching the rest of the day after watching this. Great video as always. Keep up the good work!
This is going to be a work in progress for all of you! but so rewarding! I have planted all my flower pots and
put in three tomato plants,two variegated swiss chard plants and herbs and I'm exhausted. More kudos to
you and yours for such a wonderful outlook on being in the wilderness off the grid and for being sustainable!!
Our son is your age on April 27th this year and living on a farm which he loves! Happy for you in Lake country.
Cheers - Sandy & Andy
Shawn , keep doing what you are doing! I sure enjoy watching your videos ! Thank you !! God Bless you and your family!
Fort Cluck coming along great!
Que lindo esse lugar
Two things: First, and most importantly, Cali is one of the best things about your videos. Her antics and personality are great entertainment. I don’t know how you aren’t just laughing all the time. Second, I’m a nurse and I feel like I’m bending over and moving lots of weight often. How does your back survive all this? Not so much the lifting, but the bent over or hunched position in so many of the tasks you perform? Better question: IS your back surviving this? :) Thanks so much for your great videos. I still show people your 5-minute compilation video of the original build of the cabin to get them hooked. They often do.
You're videos are very relaxing.
Well richard m....i am a nurse too, have been for 40+yrs. Your back doesnt bother you when you are young it waits till you get older. The nsg load was 5/6 pts per nurse. Thats a lot it goes up if someone calls off. When you hit about 50, give or take, i noticed my back couldnt take it anymore. But i had been in a car accident & hurt my back n neck. So its diff for everyone but back then i never felt anthing & was strong enough until i started getting older n stopped working out b/c i got sick and that was it. I can see now all kinds of mistakes i shouldve avoided then. I had to go on disability & i am miserable most of the time. So pls be careful with HOW you lift. Of course i am a women & not built as strong as men but everyone as you well know can over do it. God bless n keep you safe.
Great shot of Cali at the beginning, love to see her accompany you everywhere.
Best videos on utubes by a wilderness mile
Oh my goodness!!! You are planning for workshops?! Yay!!!! My family and I will be coming to learn from you!
Sooooo excited to finally have time to watch you again!!!
I wish I could keep up on these videos. I'm all over the place. I would like to watch them in sequence. Also, how do I see your reply? Love love LOVE watching Self Reliance!!!! Everything from building, Cali, COOKING! You energize me. I spend too much time watching your videos but also, I get myself going and get alot done. Thanks so much!
Excited to watch your garden grow and all your new projects this summer! We travel during the summer months but this year we have planted a victory garden in our small yard and will stay home. Your words encouraged me to do that! My best to you and your family! Be blessed!!
I love your movies. I always watch over coffee :) Regards from Poland.
Just love watching this, so creative. Love Callie, she is so adorable, and bright. Your sure have come a long way in the house and everything. I'll keep on watching, stay safe....
Grandioso los paisajes y la forma de vivir y grandiso, sin duda su asistente de cuatro patitas!!!👍🏼
looking great Shawn, love Cali she is full of life and she is enjoying every bit of it . 👍👍👍👍❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍
this content is a real service to the people in times of nonstop drama and isolation.
actually just my topic. just two weeks ago i started a little garden in my flat to grow some veggies. nothing more rewarding than watching something grow.
Fox Fews, so where do you take a shower or a bath, now that your tub is occupied. Fresh produce is worth the sacrifice. You can always use a spray bottle for hygiene. Less convenient though, if you have lousy aim ... lolol
@@patsycav haha lol xD my shower is free and big enough to lay down in it. dont worry about my hygiene mate im good :P
Great video, and hard work! I see a lot of people think they would love to live like this too, but l don't think they realize how tough this is! But my hat is off to you sir, your doing the thing you love..and l appreciate that! 😎👍
Everything is coming together for you and your wife (and Cali) out there. Really happy for both of you (and Cali...ha!).
Boy that greenhouse is a offer you just can't refuse, especially in a limited growing season area, I suspect you won't regret making the adjustments needed to place it, at all. Best of luck.
You have a great eye for photography, that was a joy to watch 🙂
Wow, this was early! I live in Norway, so I'm used to get your friday videos in the middle of the night! Thank you and stay safe ❤
YES, we europeans take this mostly as a breakfast video :-) I really love that half an hour with a cup of coffee.
Hello from Malta l try to see you every week great job your doing
I never get tired of the title-music, the distinct banjo and guitarplaying
That was a very relaxing show. The sound of the woodpecker, the wind blowing through the tree's,water lapping on the shore almost put me to sleep. Don't know how Cali kept from freezing in the cold lake. Really enjoy watching your show.
Alecia Scamardo - “almost put me to sleep”. It did put me to sleep. I had to rewatch. :)
Still one of my favorite 2AM channels
Who would put a thumbs down to Shawn's hard work and educational channel?
BLESSINGS
You have the BEST life un the WORLD🙏
nothing tops the sound of a sharp tool cutting into wood 21:37
Well the wind topped everything in this video unfortunately. Had to mute the video.
Hello ' i am so glad i seen this video' i have honestly missed watching you and Cali'' have missed you both'. i think your ideas to move the chicken cook and green house ' sounds like a great plan to me' i also wanted to thank you for the wonderfully moving' shots of the water of the branches the creek melting i seen reflections in those shots ' of nature changing .you made my evening it was wonderful to see you and Cali' bless your hearts and your family
I am so amazed at your talents Shawn. Not only do I enjoy watching you build I also enjoy watching you cook. You make my mouth water with all those delicious looking meals. And the bonus is Cali....she is adorable. I'm excited for you and can't wait for Jan 3rd!
I'm admiring your lazy beds...Love from the Isle - of - Skye
MAGDA MAGDAVILLE The Isle of Skye is my most favorite place in the entire world. Greetings from California.
Shawn watch in your area for some old farmstead and usually you can find old time apple trees that are fairly tough and dig up some young ones to add to your sustainable food production.
Calli Is Really The Star Of The Show ,But As A Narrator You Do A Fine Job ,Best Wishes !!!
Hey Shawn, you know I just wanna say, I understand the time, sweat, joy, tears, blood, and madness, that goes into preparing an area by hand with simple tools!! Every sq. ft. of my garden space is tilled by hand with a spade shovel!! 1.5 to 2 ft deep in some to most places! Definitely gets your heartrate up and the sweat a pouring! But when your able to step back and see whats accomplished over time, thats the best feeling!!
Thanks for all you do sir and thanks for sharing your experience with the world!! Very Inspiring!! Always Thriving!!
Looks like you should have a great harvest! Love the scenes by the lake, the slow mo fire, and everything in between!
Grand admiration, from Russia
Loving and respecting family's privacy. Remember this is Self Reliance "moments". Stay safe Ladies.
Thanks for some time in the woods today.... Always enjoy.... Chicken Coop start looking good....Stay safe
You know I always love that extended intro music 👍✊
Every day is Earth Day at the Cabin!
Watching your videos makes me so relaxed. Thank you
It is amazing but astonishing the way shawn is executing his assignment and more over Cali is copingup so easily
It is fun to watch Cali playing all the time. Thanks for yojr videos a d God bless you
Hi Shawn, I have learned tremendously from you just from watching your AMAZING vlogs in the last week. A huge THANK YOU for sharing your impressive wealth of knowledge, journey and hard work living off grid. I can't help but be AMAZED of how you build things all by yourself out in the middle of the vast wilderness! Can't wait to see your greenhouse, and garden in full bloom! So very generous and kind of those who gave it. Praying for you and your family's continued health and protection. Love to you all and adorable Cali. 🙏🏻💗🙏🏻
wow finally great to see your stream! love from oregon!
I'm living vicariously through you and your amazing experience.
That was really cool how the water was running under the frozen ice and leaf. I couldn't believe how no dirt moved when you hit it hard with the shovel. You sure work hard there. The coop is looking like it will be epic wilderness coop.
Man, there's some nice photography in this one . Greenhouse is a great idea .
Love the melting ice and the stony bottom on the pond.
Good day Shawn , I cant help but notice that every time you say the word challenge or are faced with a challenge you seem to perk up and the sun peeks through the clouds momentarily.
😂
I noticed the subtitles, so thoughtful of you to think of people who can’t hear.
I am very much enjoying to learn from your fantastic work and I love to be able to see the beauty of Canadian nature without actually travelling there. Many regards from Scandinavia! 🌲🌳🍁🍂
Love what you are doing and I appreciate you letting us come along for the ride. I’ve also been watching a lot of Nik
I just love that woodpecker, sounds like he was competing against you! Haha!
Ive been a sub since you had just a few tiers layed down for the cabin walls. I knew you were serious your first winter. It looked like a tough one but you held out and kept improving your self reliance. Youve come a long way since then and i just wanna say great job. Your paradise looks amazing.
Hi again SHAWN
So good to see open water again and you starting your new projects! Hope that darn snow is done now so you can move forward. Cali was happy to get in that cold water that didn't slow her down a bit. Can't quite picture all you're doing now but really look forward to see it all take shape. It's been quite a long time now and many projects that have been finished so this summer will be an exciting one as your homestead continues to grow and come alive.
Stay healthy and safe and thx as always for sharing...
What continually amazes me is the amount of energy and staying power you have.
Good to see you again
These videos are fantastic Shawn , Keep it up , I enjoying watching every one you make , Great Job 👍🏻, I’m curious how your chickens do in future , hope you get good result from them, And another thing to mention , my 2 year old son loves your dog , every time he sees it he points at it on TV and says “ Doggy Doggy Doggy .”
حفظ الله ابنك و جعله بار فيك و في امه واسأل الله ان يجعلكم تعتنقوا الاسلام ، لا اريد ان تمسكم النار في الاخره 💔.
Omerta Don83 👍🏻