Building a Greenhouse in the Boreal Forest OFF GRID with My Family, Hailstorm, Arctic Acres
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- My family starts building a cedar geodesic growing dome greenhouse with help from Arctic Acres at our off grid wilderness homestead. Despite heavy rain and hail, we get the cedar dome erected and start installing the clear panels before the weather turns even worse, stopping us from finishing. Tune in next week as we complete the build and start finishing the interior in preparation for growing season.
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Very informative. Thanks for sharing, Lord-Jesus-Christ com
Nahh, the quiet version is good for me.
Shawn, you're cheating with the cordless screw gun.... just sayin
I loved the fact that this was a family project, with help from Arctic Acres, with a campout thrown in. Many memories built along with a great functional structure. This is a wonderful example of a "Self Reliant" family. Much Respect Sir !!!
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I wish there had been a Shawn James in my life when I was young. Now I'm a really old woman who just admires all of what he does. Bravo Shawn.
I had an uncle who was my Shawn but unfortunately he passed when I was in my late teens, fortunately he did teach me a lot that I use to this day.
Agreed. I think I would have been more intentional about involving my children with even the most mundane tasks while we were camping. I'm pretty sure that would have translated to some pretty good skills now. They are good people. I am grateful for that!
Merrie Hallman, I have those same thoughts. Never met a man like Shawn when I was young. Now I'm 73 and those days are not in my future. So I have much admiration and respect for anyone like that AND has a wonderful family. His videos allow me to experience it from afar.
@@darlind6463 Beautifully said 🥰
....what is old? there are 90yr olds on your phone doing the same homestead thing! be inspired to live, the alternative isn't as beautiful!
A campfire in the woods at night with family. Ahhh. I've been enjoying that scene since I was 12 years old. The best.
What happened to the first 12?
@@georgewhitehouse8630 I wasn't old enough to drive to the mountains until I was 12.
My favorite episode ever!!! Seeing you and your daughter work together is priceless!! Well done dad!! Well done!! My dad was never around so Seeing you two melts my heart!! She is a lucky girl!!
BEST VIDEO YET. I just love the fact the whole family is working to build a new home. The family that works together stays together.. I worried about you working alone so much. just in case you get hurt. I realize your wife is videoing most of your videos now, and that's great. It's always nice to have someone yo u love to cuddle with at night as well. It's so nice to see all the family . Please continue having them on. Just LOOOOOOOVE THA T CALI. SHE IS SO BEAUTIFUL. You can tell she's one happy camper. Please continue making these videos for us. They are rhe best part of my days .
Im glad to see that you are not afraid of asking for help when "needed" and that you are not allergic to power tools 👍😉 awesome video as always 🙌
I hope your family.enjoys making memories like this one.
This is such a wonderful activity of family practice.
My late father-in-law was a horticulturist in Norway. While settling in and learning the language & culture, I worked with and for him. How I got my visa and work permit. What I learned, the experience gained, was priceless. Everyone who can should have a greenhouse. He had four very large ones, since horticulture was his business. They're worth their weight in gold. Great job Shawn, and family 🤗🇧🇻💞
10% talk and 90% work is the best episode to watch here.
@I'm Chasing The Grimalkins Bravo 👏
See his TH-cam channel "Shawn James" where he only talks and explains his projects.
Hardly no subscribers although way more interesting 👍‼
That Daughter seems to be A hard Worker like her Dad, Shawn that should make you so proud ! 👍😁👍
Cali is so wiped out, she looks like she fell out of a plane. Sweet exhausted pup, eight arms throwing that toy was just too much for her.
All that supervision wears a dog out!
She never gets tired of retrieving...boundless energy.
It's good to see a few helping hands this episode.
Cali napping priceless such a great companion
Sooo sweet👍
Young ppl learn all you can from this man. Your going to need it.
@@earthangel8730 The BBC did an investigative study about how many people the Earth could support with current tech, current agriculture practices, and without developing new fertile soil and the number was about 10 billion people. That didn't take into account new methods such as micro gardens, urban farming, the reappropriation of land from livestock for plant-based meat substitutions. I think that what he is doing here on this channel is actually paving the way for the future. Self-sustainability and decentralization of food and resources make the Earth more scalable with population. As a young person and someone that believes in self-reliance, I cant help but envy and admire what he is doing and I appreciate that he is making this content available for everyone and also teaching the next generation. Hats off to you Shawn!
@@earthangel8730 With regenerative agriculture the earth is abundant.
@@earthangel8730 There are billions of acres of unused land in government and private hands.. I always tell people concerned about overpopulation to start with themselves in solving their alleged problem....😐
@@earthangel8730
Anyone with any real concept of what humans are capable of, especially when ingenuity and utilization of just the technology we are aware of that's available today, and the actual land mass that has yet to be sourced when and if done so sustainably, realizes the erroneous assumption you've just proclaimed. As a matter of fact science has already proven your statement false.
The truth of the matter is that this is what your false god controllers want you to believe, so that you accept the fate they've indoctrinated you to go along with as they continue to follow through with their diabolical plans to use us, take more and more of the fruits of our labor, and leave us with nothing. They've taught us that we can't as they continue to milk us of everything that we can and do.
Welcome to the new world order
When people stop expecting someone else to do it or thinking the government is going to solve a problem is when mankind will be good again
🇨🇦 Great progress! We can’t wait to see the finished product and showcase what our Growing Domes can do!
How do you keep the ridges on the panels clear or am I not seeing things properly?
@@l.m.2404 The ridge appearance you see is on the inside of the flat panels. It is largely what gives our polycarbonate its durability, and its semi-transparent look.
Cleaning the interior or exterior of a dome’s paneling is a simply wipe-down procedure.
@@arcticacres thank you so much for that answer, it makes this geodome even more attractive to me.
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You don't ship outside of Canada? Also prices.
Watching you get up at the crack of dawn and light a fire, i could smell that beautiful damp forest scent.
I could almost smell the coffee or Shawn's special tea.
Shawn, you have a beautiful family, it's an honor to take this journey with you. 🥰
Love and respect for Shawn and his family🙋🏼♀️
I can see this being a totally different build from the first cabin site, and for good reasons. Nothing wrong with that. You gotta do what it takes to get the job done. Glad to see Shawn getting some help for the build, he's gonna need it. And it appears Cali has found a new friend to throw her toy.
WOW ,THIS MAN NEVER STOPS,I WISH HIM AND HIS FAMILY TO ENJOY THIS BEAUTIFUL PLACE FOR MANY YEARS TO COME
It's interesting that even without any words being spoken, you can have lighthearted episodes like this one and others which are more serene and calm.
Great video, but sleeping Cali is the best part. Adorable. Such a good pup.
Cali must be in heaven. She has four people to throw her toy, lol. Good to see you have help with this build. It looks complicated. Glad to see Emily helping as well. Should help her gain some knowledge for her cabin remodel.
Not really . Geodesic domes are well design . Just follow the rules
I’m impressed you can work with others after doing so much yourself. Love seeing Cali sleep. Didn’t know she could do that. Adorable.
So lovely 🌹 can't wait to see the new log cabin and the outdoor kitchen!! I love to watch you cook 👋👋👋 May the good Lord Jesus Christ continue to strengthen and blessed you and your family 🙏❤️❤️❤️
That is what this is all about, working hard getting something accomplished and then enjoying your family and surroundings. Now that is good living!!!
Glad to see the tractor in the video they are quite versatile and your back will thank you! Have a good weekend!
Great to see the Young Folk Helping on out in the long run it will be theirs someday or helping Mum & Papa as they grow older in life to live. Looks like OUR CALI had a HARD job in cleaning those plates needs to rest some for you all!!!
Shawn and OUR CALI take CARE OKAY!!!
I was so happy to see you have help! Good kids! Great video!
Shawn, I see your daughter's boyfriend (good looking kid) is helping out (to score points), good move. I got a lot of yard work done over the years using that strategy myself!
Maybe Mr. Linker will make a garden gnome for the garden dome. Y'all have a great day!
I'm thinking a playlist of Cali's antics would be a good idea too - just you playing, hiking, walking and talking with her over your projects. Just seeing the interaction you have with her brings so many people joy...
My dad’s been in the hospital for 5 days from a drug overdose and just got off life support. Your videos have really helped me stay positive and given me something to look forward too during these hard times, Thank you.
Best wishes
Sorry your going through this. Stay strong.
Ian, dont follow your daddy's example please, there are so many role models you can rather look at, like Shawn. Be strong, find your own path, clean living ok? My children also have a daddy that is not a role model for his children, i am glad for guys like Shawn that show youngsters what can be achieved with clean living and hard work. Hope you have support through this time
@@starfireevony8796 my dad is a great person and there’s never been I time in my life where I thought he didn’t love me, but he’s struggled with addiction for most of his life. I’m a teenager and most of my peers are drinking and smoking but I never have and never will. Thanks for the support
My dad died from alcohol. He was only 58. It hurt, bc he was a good man and daddy, and I loved him a lot. I have 7 siblings, I'm the only one who has had one marriage. I broke the chain of addiction, with God's help, of broken marriages and all that comes with it. You can too. I know you love your dad, and it hurts. Hold on to the good, and break the chain too! God bless, and strengthen you and him.
You can't hide the pride you feel that your daughter is out there working alongside you. That's what life is all about.
I was just sitting think to myself that it seems like Shawn James type of day.... then bush bash bosh here’s the video with the most beautiful geodesic greenhouse. Love it.
Shawn, There is a certain stress relief in the shape of help from family gladly given and willingly accepted. The geodesic dome looks great and will be incredibly strong. Look forward to seeing what you can achieve within. Super! Regards Stephen.
Great to see you working with the family. Watching from the Philippine Islands
Wow love love love the new greenhouse totally amazing for sure. You will be able to grow food all year around now that's going to be a neat and easy shopping trip and in your own back yard. LOLOLOL God's blessings to you ALL!!!
Now that's a posh greenhouse, it looks great.
I like the videos showing your family so much. Your love of family is what drew me to your channel to start with. I understand the need for privacy and am happy you feel safer now showing more. Love the cooking and family dinners as well. Emily is amazing! Love her channel too.
This is a very special episode.....Shawn discussed the green house build over a year ago and it is happening.......protecting the garden from animals, birds and weather......magnificent Shawn
Family makes all the difference in the world. Keep making memories together.
Ah! Many thoughts here. Cali is loving all the family together.
Having your daughter working with you is so special 🙆me and you are the same age I will be 50 in September my daughter is 22 and I love having her around it is so great THANX Shawn much love from Detroit 👍 Great Video Keep it up almost 2 million 🙌🎉🎊🎉🎊
It seems Fridays never come quick enough but having your family pitch in made this one special. That green house will keep your family fed for years to come. I'm sure they will appreciate having a hand in it . Thanks again Shawn
You and Emily make a good team. You taught her well!
That will be a game changer for your gardening
What a joy.....I have to admit it; after watching you work so hard by yourself, especially on the new homestead, it is lovely to see loved ones working alongside you for a while. It’s also fun to see something that gave you results so fast! A bit easier to complete than those timber masterpieces you make....
I’m sure that you are just fine on your own(with Cali’s help) and probably prefer it, but it did feel great to watch.
I’ve been watching your channel since the early days. Your work is both fascinating and inspirational.
Something to reach for and inspirational
It's lovely to see the whole family members work together to build the green house.
Best wishes from Malaysia.
You really needed help on this one. Family helping to build, builds memories. That greenhouse will service you for years.
Wait... Is this the right channel? There so many people.
IKR? lol
@@l.m.2404 he told us he was going have some help lol.
And power tools??wtf?lol I must've missed a couple of episodes.oh well,still in my top 5 fave you tube channels
It’s a nice change,I think it is great to use the machines and tools to get this new homestead going.
Family ❤️
Team work makes the dream work, but wow! you’re a hard man to keep up with. Kudos to your team and of course the ever present site manager, sweet sweet Cali🥰🐶😘
And the green house will provide a little extra shelter while the cabin is coming together
Definitely!
Growing Domes are engineered to withstand over 180km of wind, heavy hail, 7 feet of direct snow load, and filter out harmful UV rays.
They’re as tough as they are beautiful, and make for very versatile spaces.
@@arcticacres damn that's a beast
I was thinking the same thing. Temporary house until the main one is built
String up some hammocks and you are good to go.
@@l.m.2404 Better go with cots so as not to over stress the joints in the whole of the structure.
Great teamwork everyone! Not only is Emily and her boyfriend helping but they are also learning new skills as they go. Cali is loving the attention of everyone there as she can chase her toy as many times as it can be thrown. As the green house is being assembled, I am thinking 'temporary home' until such a time plants are grown inside? Have a wonderful weekend everyone from the UK!
I thought I had the wrong channel lol dome kit, tractor, scaffolding, but I love it. I think I could live in the greenhouse.
Bucky Fuller would be so proud of that greenhouse! My FIL KNEW him as a mathematician and great guy. Wish I was there to help!
Love the teamwork and all those hands throwing Cali's toy. She must have been in doggie heaven. 🐕
The greenhouse will pay off even more next winter/spring so you can start your seedlings and plant them in your garden.
yes I totally agree but isn't it healthier to eat everything in season?
@@tanersahin7829 of course but if you start your seeds late Feb or so you plant them in your garden with a bit of a head start in the growing season. It's still the same veggies in season.
I think I would live in that green house
@D Law That's why they need the greenhouse.
This way he can plant cold hardy crops in fall and have greens/carrots all winter. Season extension is a rather old concept. This is super rad!
I know you could do it on your own but it sure is nice to see that you have some help. The greenhouse is a wonderful addition to homestead.
Its nice having family helping. Even making it a sort of working camp out. The hail storm was prob fun. Nothing like riding out a storm camping...
All looking great. Good to see you all working well together. Cali takes it all in her stride and patiencly waits for someone to throw her toy
i love the fact that your family is their with you these great memories..well done shawn
I am replacing my panels on my greenhouse they are 5 years old. The old .5cm panels were weak in hail and snow. So I bought 1cm extra strength and very happy now. Check with the manufacturer what you need for your area. No regrets having a greenhouse... food all year and very self sustainable. Have fun with the greenhouse... nice vid :) All the best . :)
Can't wait for the new cabin build
Doesnt matter how many years they've been around, geodomes always look cool to me.
Wow! This is going to be a very impressive greenhouse! Great build especially in that weather!
It takes talent to build and maintain a fire in the rain. Great job on the green house
its Shawn, he had dry logs ready for rain sesh
First thing that came to mind when the walls went up, the Canucks are building an ice hockey rink!
Another good one
The greatest satisfaction of a man is to have a family that believes in his dream !!! I don't know if you can understand me. Congratulations on your family, that money does not buy !!!!
I love seeing the family working on a project together!
Can we take a moment to appreciate the size of those eggs? Those yolks were huge. Chickens down here in the US have to be jealous. Great video sir. Much appreciated.
Great to see you and the family working together on the new property. Great looking greenhouse for your climate.
No entiendo inglés pero sigo hace años a este canal porque me gusta la forma de vida de este hombre y su perro
It is great seeing you using 21 st century tools !
At last you’re doing it the right way. Proper equipment, help from friends and family. Bigger place, more comfortable to live in for the entire family. Greenhouse is going to be great. Congratulations to one and all.
Good Friday Everyone! It's so nice to see you with company and extra helping hands. I'm looking forward to seeing the dome green house finished.
We love to see You and Cali with company ! Nice proyect!👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
It’s really awesome to see father and daughter working on a project together. Most kids nowadays just want to play video game or won’t make time for the family.
I believe we could've had another hour tagged onto that : )
Seeing that dome go up, all I could think of was Buckminster Fuller, who invented the geodesic dome many years ago. He would heartily approve of your greenhouse. Some folks have nicknamed this type structure a "bucky dome" after the inventor. Great video, by the way. I await the next chapter of your adventure.
What a excellent famiy project that will have memories to share with the next generations. Mu
ch respect for all that you accomplish!
nice to see the family helping out, i bet its great times when you are all there doing stuff.
Warmed my heart to see you got some help putting that greenhouse up! You’re a good man, but you’re only ONE man and those extra hands were very helpful! Little campfire, great company, filled the bellys with some good grub and continue to build, I like it! Thanks for taking us along brother, that’s going to pay for itself over and over again with the bounties you’ll be harvesting! I thought my 10x8 greenhouse was a task, that project was definitely not for beginners lol! Looking forward to seeing it complete👍🏼👍🏼
It was great seeing your family work on a project together again.
I am looking forward to seeing the completed project.
I'm happy to see him using power tools. That old time hand drilling etc makes me tired watching it lol
I needed this level of wholesome today, amazing stuff
OH Happy Day‼️ You have help - both human and battery powered = exciting times!🤓
eather i'm falling in love with sawhn and his family or these videos just keeps on getting better or maybe both
It’s so nice to have the family helping!! Family, Nature, That’s what it’s all about!
Hail through the pines gives off a heavenly scent.
So happy family pitched in to help, it makes great memories! They all worked hard, and I don’t think there was any pressure to keep up with Shawn.The bf was just there to help and , that in itself, is wonderful!
Hey 👋 hope you’re all much happier now ? and that greenhouse is mahooosive mine are 6x4 s so nice to see you with company ! We adore Cali she such a good girl. Keep it up we enjoy your vids from here in uk 🇬🇧
Out of all your vids I find CALI is truly your Best friend, always near and keeps an eyes on you.
What an interesting build under less than ideal conditions. SO enjoyable watching the new homestead evolve.
Oh Shawn how WONDERFUL was that to see ur Wife Daughter Hubbie or Partner ALL HELPING you to build the Beautiful Greenhouse
Truly a family build. I'm delighted to see u are getting help at long last and hopefully LONG INTO YOUR BUILD WITH THE CABIN. LUVED IT ALL SHAWN. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💖💖💖💖
I would be just like Chris Farley around Shawn James. “Remember when you made that outdoor kitchen? That was awesome!” “Remember when you went to Dick Proenneke’s cabin in Alaska? That was awesome!” “Remember when you made That pond? That was awesome!” “Remember... Hey, hey, Shawn, where you going? Shawn!?”
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And we all know where he's gone... to do more awesome things ;-)))
Only one place to go.... to a van down by the River.......
🤣😂🤣😂 oh my goodness. Too funny!
First build was amazing. You did what I wanted 20 years ago. It felt like a personal passion project. Your family did came out once and a while, although at best, was classed as vacation home for them (from my viewing). This second build has a completely different feel. Its not all about you and more about your family how to provide for them. Bloody amazing transition. You are embracing more modern tools and equipment to achieve this goals, without compromising your skills. I'm jealous in the good way. Peace you amazing bushman and to your family.
I see a departure from one man quietly enjoying the process of building in the woods with hand tools, still enjoyable but miss the old cabin,
This is a far bigger scale with shorter build time. The old cabin was a getaway, this is a permanent homestead for the family, he need the help
That's a neat greenhouse, awesome, teamwork in family, campfire, nothing s better. Can't wait to see the finished build.
Can't imagine the pressure of a prospective son-in-law trying to keep up with a 51 year old Pop...
WAN2... I'm watching the scene. Poor lad, he is no match for Shawn. But, I raise my hat to him for doing his best. Emily too, I salute both of them. Not many young people their age, would show an ioata of interest in off grid anything. They are doing good. So, much respect to these two young people.
Emily is working hard ! Good to see the family pitching in and helping out!
I was just about to say, I can’t imagine taking the bark off all those trees. I would die out there.
Mentorship at its best
Amen~!