It's starting to feel like home. Making progress at the new Homestead
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Thanks!
I’ve never had bear meat 🥩 before is it tasty like beef is?
Not sure how much 8 oz would look like
Thanks for the chaga Shawn, I received it today - speedy delivery!
The chunk you was cutting from how much is that.
Good question. I’ll show it in another video.
I should be helping my sister lay a floor..... BUT ..... Shawn is on! By the way, sister is 76 and I am 74..... this should be a hoot with us doing this floor but Shawn motivated me
Ms. Rose, you and your sister are an inspiration for everyone who reads your comment ..😊 May that floor lay down easily for you both. ❣️
You go girls!
....wear a Helmet!
Had to think about me and my sister while reading your comment. Haha. We are also 2 years apart and I can see us laying a floor at that age. Bless you and your sister!!! 🧚♀️
Does it count if you didn't mill your own lumber from trees you felled in your own yard though? :P
Not many people have the mental fortitude that you possess to do what you’re doing. You’re drive and ambition is inspiring. After watching you spend years building and establishing your old homestead, and then have to see you give it all up and start over, was truly heartbreaking. I would have probably given up and gone back to my old life. I’ve been a fan from beginning, and look forward to following you on your new journey.
Seems the way things are developing worldwide, Shawn would be the new generation pioneer along with the thousands others breaking those chains that bind one to their job and under a mortgage. Fair thee well.🙏
Be very careful of Cali in the streams with ice covering. My friend lost his Dog when it was swept under the spring ice in a brook. Stay safe.
He looks indifferent to many things to be honest.
That is a scary thought, good to know
A rich life is the sound of a rushing stream, leaves rustling in the wind a crackling fire, a warm, smart loyal dog and ....self reliance.
Exactly. 😊🇨🇦
It's so good to see you back! I'm so glad you found a more isolated area for yourself and your family to feel safe and not bothered. I don't blame you I would be the same. You did the right thing and moving and I support your channel 100% and what you do is so awesome Thank you
Absolutely! What’s more important is that Cali is safe and happy.
Dorene I just started watching this channel. Safe from what. Or at least point me in the direction of the videos. Thanks. This is very relaxing. It's what me an an old buddy wanted to do 40 years ago. Now I'm a little to old I think. But it brings back good memories
I'm guessing you've built the new cabin a million times in your head and anxious to get started.
Looking forward to seeing your progress.
Have a great weekend Shawn
Hi Shawn: I hope you build your new
cabin bigger and better with a few
essentials for your dear wife to feel
more at home in the wilderness! It's
lovely site you have picked for your-
selves! Good luck!
I must say. I watch every minute of the commercials. As an engineer, artist and entertainer, you deserve every dime earned.
That is such a better home site then the old cabin.. looking out over that open field I expect there will be plenty of game in that area too.
Hoping you make the size of the cabin larger, women need more room my wife says.
Hey Shawn, have you ever thought about a second puppers, so Cali has a playmate when you're working? I always love having at least two animals, it's more entertaining than any movie or tv show, lol.
These videos are so relaxing, that I'd bet my resting heartrate drops 10 points while watching them.
I put this on every night before sleep. The man is living my dream.
@@MrJugsta me too
It is very relaxing
You learn so much!!
Calie appears to be loving the spring weather doesn't she. She grooming herself quite often to help remove that winter coat. Your living in paradise my friend.
Outdoor wood stove was from the other cabin. Pretty hard getting rid of that Vermont Castings stove eh! Been efficiently heating my cabin for over 40 years.
Shawn, could we please get some closure footage of the old property. I have been following so long I feel like the leaving was so abrupt from the old homestead. It is probably just me getting attached I cannot imagine some sort feelings after the last 4-5 years spent building just to walk away. Anyone else have nostalgia?
For sure. I filmed something yesterday and will again tomorrow, upload next Friday
What is the reason for this move?
Look back at videos from a month ago. A road Shawn didn’t think was going to be put in is going to be put in now making his old property not what he wants. So like any man/ women who doesn’t like his situation. He changes no matter what
@@wolfpackmanko0668 Tell the entire story. That's the least of the reasons why left.
Well the people and the intrusive neighbors are at the top of the list but Shawn explains much better that’s why a person should get the story from Shawn.
I hope the new cabin is a lot bigger than the last cabin. More room for your family, when they visit.
I think the sauna would likely make a great guest house.
more room = more content for us :D
@@crimsonjennifer Yeah me too but it's on the old property.
I think Shawn mentioned once it WILL be smaller, but more outbuildings.... we'll see....
@@Seminolerick Smaller? Really? Yikes. I don't see why he'd do that.
Cali sure is living the sweet life, isn't she? Enjoying your channel, as always.
You look sweet Cindy
You tricksy devil - placing a nature montage towards the beginning of your brilliant video...such beauty. And I love your channeling Sir David with the quick moose tutorial: is there nothing you cannot do...? The Renaissance rang and asked if you could travel back in time and teach them a thing or two. Thank you for sharing your amazing life.
Hey Shawn, awesome stuff. Exited to see you build this up. What do you use as a microphone? I'm really impressed at 0.15 on how well the sound is given the setting and how loud you were talking.
Must be good, you can hear the knife cutting the bear meat!
He has just started using a new one. It is a hundred times more sensitive than the old one. This one picks up every sound. The intention was to have better puck up when he's speaking from a distance. As in cutting down trees etc when everything needs to be set up on a tripod etc.
This is an Endgame tier crossover. Bless you all the way up Brent I can't wait to spend the night at Cerro Gordo one day
Nice to see you here, Brent!
Omg, where do get all that energy? I am very impressed with all the great things you do and make. I am 76 years old this year, but I didn't have that kind of energy when I was and chasing after two babies. Love to watch your shows, say hello for me to your beautiful and daughter's.
Hello from France, just wanted you to know your videos have been a major inspiration over the years and made me realize I wanted to make a career change and start working in construction, so I started a training in stone masonry and I'm loving it. I built a nice garden shelter with wood too last summer. Your content is amazing and will keep inspiring people all over the world, so thank you and best of luck with your new projects :)
That’s great!
Best of luck with your new projects in France too😊🐝❤ from Tennessee USA
You seem to have a French name, how is your English so good??
@@nicolab2075 because I used to work as a translator ;)
@@MrToadization Ah. I spent many years learning French. I'm competent, but nothing like as fluent as you seem to be 😊
You’r lifestyle speaks to my imagination ! We live in europe, the netherlands .. a Tiny country with so many rules and restrictions ..
Anyway.. we love to look at your adventures together with your dog!
I swear you have the happiest dog on the planet Shawn,I love your new location and wish you and yours the very best.Your journey is a joy to watch,thank you for sharing it with us x
25:16 Does it for me! That roasted, toasty meat, even though I've never had bear! It does look yummy my friend! Blessings upon blessings for the KNOWLEDGE you share with the world ⭐️ 🌱
Love your quiet intelligence and wonderful views! Cali is an awesome companion❣️
When I see you carving a home out of this wilderness, I then start to believe I too can conquer the tasks before me
Calie is a brute. Toughest dog ever!
Cali is the happiest dog I've ever seen!!! She loves her life!!!❤
hopefully you won’t have neighbor issues at this location
Yes me too. This property is even deeper in the bush. And as you can see when he films in and around the area he is very careful of showing drone footage too much therefore, Mr Nasty and his cronies hopefully won't track this place down.
@@suzannetodaro5494 Unfortunately, because Shaun is being as open as he is about it, Mr Nasty and his cronies can find him by flying drones himself. Land records are probably public records in Canada like they are here in the US. If they are, all they have to do is go to the office that houses those records and find the deed and property description for Shaun's property, plot it out, identify where the existing buildings are located and then with drones, methodically do fly overs of the property marking the areas that they survey by air. They can find him if they want to badly enough. But, I hope they will leave him alone.
@@tinydancer7426 99:1 they will, simply because it's too much hassle, more than an hour drive. and not worth the fuss
I agree, but remember that Shawn decided to restart due to a road being put in that would be close too his cabin, ruining the wilderness feel of living there.
Additionally, when (Mr. Nasty) started threatening his family and harassing him, the police stepped in and put a stop to it.
My concern was Mr. Nasty putting a tracking devise on Shawn's truck and then using GPS to follow anywhere.
Shawn is a peaceable man, but if harassments continues I am sure Mr. Nasty will regret it.
@@tinydancer7426 would be far easier to just look up digital metadata gps tags on his posted media if they are not prescrubbed. Lol.
These man’s videos give me so much peace. Thanks for sharing your lifestyle
Even more beautiful then your other place
I would build a green house first. You would be protected from the weather, can sleep in there,
grow plants, put your cooking stove in there. Might give you a different perspective for your cabin.
Shawn you can never delete trichinosis cooking your pork, with It developers as arthritis forming around fingers and muscle tissues aches etc. I’m not a doctor but I don’t eat pork etc. all my life & yes plant base food is the answer to all ailments mostly. 🌺🙋🏻♀️Hawaii
I swear the nitwits who hit dislike on this vid are the same numbskulls just disliking videos for the sake of it on all these channels. Keep doing what you do, Shawn - you're an inspiration to us all. (So's Cali!)
AMEN TO THAT. WHATS NOT TO LIKE ABOUT SHAWNS VIDEOS.
I read somewhere that if you click the like button twice (accidentally or not), it automatically becomes a Dislike! I can't see how anyone would dislike this...
or it's the old neighbours dislicking it because they dont have a close way to annoy him now ;)
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yes it was on porpoise ... they dislicked it the window lickers of the last place.
You will always be there, forever, Shawn.
Man that new property looks amazing Shawn 👍🏻
"I'm here almost forever..." GOOD FOR YOU!!!!
Hello Shawn,
It is great to hear that the new property is starting to feel like home and good to see you are starting to setup a temporary outside kitchen... All very positive steps...
Have a great weekend.
Paul,,
I am so enjoying this. Your new homestead looks better than the other. At 76 I still wish I were there to help you. I can't walk anymore so I enjoy watching you. Being a sculptor I appreciate your work and creativity. I pray that you stay safe.
God bless you, Mother.
Haha...glad Cali didn't chase the Moose this time. Glad things are coming together for you. The look Cali gave you when she stepped and sunk down in the snow, when she was across the creek. Like "you didn't see that, did you?" LOL
Seeing Cali in that stream makes my arthritis ache. And follow that with a snow bath....I shiver!!!but she’s enjoying life! Stay safe Shawn and Cali.
@@collienbordner5181 one of Our dogs does this all the time.
Last year he tried to break the ice on a water basin to jump in it. I screamed NO. Well he came home with icicles all over his fur.
Why don't dogs get sick from drinking water from lake without being boiled?
I'm so excited to hear this one & it's 53 minutes too! What a treat!
I'm hoping to move soon...I understand what you mean about neighbors...🙄
How big is that little river going to be when the thaw starts and spring comes? Could it be a source of electricity as well with a small hydroelectric station/float?
This is my favorite TH-cam channel... I can't wait for your vids to come out I've been watching you a long time and support your decision to start over. your a very strong willed person and extremely driven and it's a pleasure to watch.... keep up the excellent work and vids...🇨🇦👍
Cali is like a wild bear...🤗 so accustomed to the cold she even enjoys a freezing brook bath 👍🙏
Need a sidecar on the sled for the dog.👍
J'ai adoré vos voisins et votre intervention devant la caméra en catimini, pour ne pas les effrayer..bravo Cali..c'est tellement agréable de vous voir évoluer, bâtir votre vie à la force de vos poignets, Cali est tellement heureuse à vos côtés, libre..💚💙
I envision you making a staircase down to the creek in the near future. Very happy about your progress in this new chapter. Thanks for having us all along for the adventure and all the best.
Nah... he'll have a stream powered , reversible escalator, given enuf time & motivation...lol
So calm and methodical. So intelligent. And handsome too! Such a good heart. A dedicated and hard worker. Amazing man. I would have loved to have been with a man like this when I was younger. I am 65. Won't find a man like this now. Impressive.
Thanks again for another thoughtful, beautiful, informative, interesting video. ( Guess you can tell that I loved it!). I never tire of watching any of your videos from both of your channels. And precious Cali, she is so beautiful and brings a smile to my face every time. Right before 30 minutes in and she picks up her toy, I love it. Thank you again for bringing this joy and peace into our lives.
What a lovely comment. 💕❤️
Calie you have the patience of a Saint, you must have as you know what is to come and you thought all that hammering, cutting and banging was behind you but sorry Girl , Daddy has other plans and there is far more to come. Get yourself a pair of ear muffs !!
Great video, suddenly there is so much that you need to do. We are excited with you. Thanks for sharing your journey.
I’m Verlene from Guyana in South America, and I’ve been looking at your channel since you started your journey with Self Reliance. Your construction of the outdoor cooking areas, your main cabin improvement and updates, everything you have managed to create to make your existence adaptable and convenient for you and your family. Congratulations on all you have achieved thus far.
Thank you for taking the time and effort to bring us along on the new chapter. Great to see you enjoy the moments of bear lunch and the beauty around you. The joy comes through .Stay safe brother.
It’s so incredible to watch and see how much you know, and it’s a lot. Maybe one day you will write a book when you’re not so busy. Every now and then I get a little nervous watching you because you move so fast. That tree fell part way to the ground and then it thumped on down and it seemed close to your toes. It’s so much fun to watch you. Thank You for sharing your creativity and hard work with us. 💖
With the tree line I'm guessing the waters gonna come up quite a bit at the creek.
When I see Cali messing about it brings total joy to me during these depressing uncertain times.... Total joy ❤️
It is good to see the progress you are making, you seem to be happier than you have been in months.
ye ol blu stove! love to se it reappear! Also you talking a bit more is a perfect level up!
Thanks my friend another great video from Wilderness Love these long videos
I got tired just watching you debark those "small" trees! Can't wait for the 1st log laying for the new cabin. How will you/we celebrate that accomplishment? Would it be too much to ask to get a video every day, every other day, twice a week?
Brought back memories of when I was in my 20's and built log cabins for a living. I was the log peeler using a draw knife just as you were doing.
Hey Burnik, How long would it take to peel the average log after yeah got good with the draw knife?
@@QuewithQ I am now 62 and that was when I was in my mid 20's but guessing it took maybe a half-hour, maybe I am dreaming and it was 45 min. as you had to roll it, but I also had a crane and put them on sawhorses, which was easier than doing it on the ground like Shawn. My draw knife was maybe 10 to 12 inches, so a bit shorter than Shawns. We also sanded our logs with a power sander. I do remember that the butt end of the log kind of sucked as the bark was much thicker. We used mostly red pine. Hope I answered your question. :)
I've peeled logs using a sharp round point shovel. It gives you good leverage and is easier on the arms and back. Spring is the best time to peel when the sap is running.
Queueing with Q I recall it took me about half a day, or two logs a day when I was a rookie peeling similar sized Douglas Fir logs.
It's amazing how quickly you've got it looking like a homestead even though you haven't even started on your cabin! Love these vids.
this is the most relaxing time I have online thanks
Gostei muito desse trabalho realizado.
Congratulações no que você faz.
IUÇÁ PEREIRA:. FLORIANÓPOLIS SANTA CATARINA BRASIL 🇧🇷🤝🤝
Just see the title, I feel so happy for you and your family. All the best, stay safe and sound!
Love to see Cali playing in the snow..she seems to really enjoy it.
Good weather coming Mr. James , Hang in and Take care Thanks for sharing.
You've chosen a perfect season for the build of the new cabin, the homestead, Shawn. To wait for the thawing and melting of winter, seeing the soil appear, the tree stumps, knowing you're able to begin digging and laying the foundation, wow, I fully understand how you chose the title of this video. The condition of winter moving into spring, now, seems to be a proper welcoming gesture to you and the family. And I'm sure you and the family deserve such a welcome, by what seems to offer you a beautiful variety of natural landscape, forest, stream, some boggy lowland, wildlife and fish providing food, a well to drink from.
I like the longer video so thank you.
Was watching a Nik Rijavec in Slovenia that's building his Log Cabin mentioned your name. He says he enjoys your videos.
LOL! Cali, is it cold enough for you? Sure you wouldn't prefer it a bit colder?
Congrats on your “forever home.” Cali is an outstanding dog, give her some snuggles from one of her fans..Me!
I’ve watched for yrs but my 1st comment.
Shaun your video make me feel like a proud Canadian this land is so beautiful !!! Thank you Sir .
Boa tarde, sou do Brasil. Acho seu vídeos inspiradores, é muito bom ver esse contato com a natureza. Parabéns.
The curiosity for how you may make the new cabin more wife friendly has me on the edge of my seat. More rooms from the start and the porch planned from beginning is my best guess. Can’t wait to see the foundation and then watch it raised.
Calli = TH-cam's goodest dog. BTW, what's Joe's plane doing in your video? 😆
Cool Shawn 🤠 . You brought out "blue boy stove. 🐕 Cali is looking good, she's growing up. I noticed you are at home 🏡. Glad to see your back at it 🤠 Shawn. ... Arkansas Clyde 🇺🇸👍❤️ enjoyed
When you think about it, what is the real difference between using a lighter and using a flint and steel? Both do the same thing. It's just a difference in what level of sophistication in technology you desire to use.
What a great life !
I can't believe she's already wading in that cold water but then again, it's Cali time.
That sizzling bear steak looks absolutely delicious! Looking forward to seeing how you continue building your new homestead. Best of luck!
Did he hunt the bear?
I think I get the isolation factor because I prefer being alone myself but what's hard to understand is why live in a state where the weather is so harsh and the predatory animals are larger than yourself. You're so brave to want to do this. You're clearly up for the task, but please be safe my friend. Please be safe.
Great to see things coming into shape. Enjoy the coming warm weather!
What happened to your old House
@@maruthihasthajyotishyavaas6474 crazy neighbours.
Oh yes, definitely feels like home for Shawn & Cali! Gorgeous Spring footage after clearing trees on your prime waterfront property. Family and fans super excited at your record breaking achievements. 🙏🏻👌☘️🍀
My malamute has just watched this with me, not sure if it's the snow or beautiful Calie she was so interested in. Love your videos, living the dream 🐾💙
Cali should have a calendar. What an awesome Christmas gift!
@@jimarmstrong1458 that's a great idea 🐾
Ontem encontrei este canal, eu não falo Inglês mas era um vídeo sem som, apenas vc construindo uma cabana. Tenho depressão, há anos eu não dormia bem, depois do vídeo dormi, não tive pesadelos. Amei os teu vídeos, muito obrigada 🙏 🇧🇷 Brasil.
Feliz por você, Aparecida!
It’s my birthday today, and this just made my morning :)
Happy Birthday!
Have a wonderful day
Happy Birthday 😀
Happy birthday!😊🐝❤🍰🍸
Happy Birthday 🎈🎉🎉
Love the sound of your steps crushing the snow!
Great audio Shawn!
Blessings from Portland to you and your family!
Stay safe from the crazy neighbors!
🙏✝️🇺🇸
forgot to say ,i am retired and will work for food !!
He looks like a great cook too!
Wow, what a compilation this video was! When watching your videos, I often think how wonderful the aromas must be! The chopping of trees, the food, campfire, etc. ♥️
Good time to see how high river will get
Hang in there Shaun, you’ve proven the pioneer spirit isn’t dead in Canada
Im glad your here. I wish much peace for you and your family. Hope you have great satisfaction with this new build. Alabama loves this channel.
Does anyone know his plans for this site? Is he going to build a bigger house later or is this tiny cabin going to be it?
In North Maskchigan - Elk Scratch up the bark of maple clumps, in February ...
to lick up the Spring Sap Flow. We found that quite awesome.
Thanks, I wasn’t aware of the fact that the elk did that.
@@coolgrandma4952 my son and I didn’t until we took some Deep Forest land walks w/our 2 dogs.
I’ve learned so much about the dominance of Plants over ea other and so many things buy just looking and watching nature.
@@davemi00 We are in NW Ohio and we have no elk here but we have seen quite a few in different Natl. Parks. Beautiful animals. I love being outdoors, camping, hiking, just taking a walk, watching birds, gardening, and mowing lawn. Nature is my happy place.
Happy to say that it has rubbed off on our kids also.
I grew up in New Mexico. Your activities have brought wonderful memories back of my Dad and i
Dandy good video Shawn. Cali is such great company; never too far off, quiet and sensible. You have brought her along very nicely. Enjoy the spring together.
It's so much different from everything I see around now. The only similarity is no other people in sight while being quarantined ✌
Fascinating to see the differences between this and the initial cabin build. The smaller logs were consistent in size & finish. With these you will have less notching time but if using these as they are, will have much more weight to lift. Its going to be interesting. Good thing Cali remains on the job to supervise & make sure you stop & play for a minute now & then. So given how much you've learned, the difference in the new site & nearby clean running water, plus all the tools & having a place to keep them, the process will be unique and worth watching. Looking forward to seeing your new home develop.
Are these logs coated in spots to grow mushrooms?
@@skylarkenwood1422 the ones that are stacked by the cabin are. The ones he's peeling aren't.
What a beautyful Life you choose.
Do you ever think about creation and the creator of heaven and earth.
May GOD Cover you with the blood of the lamb, you and your House 🏡and BE THE SAVIOR TO YOU.
Big blessing to easter✝️from Germany
If the creek near your cabin is running all year you could envisage to have a hidraulic ram or a solar pump to have water where you need it (garden, shower, kitchen etc) which would free you to do more.
Running water also brings to mind perhaps with a small dam the possibility of generating electricity for the workshop.
Cali's much to be tired
From running around in the
Forest. Sweet lovely
Cali's.