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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ต.ค. 2023
- I blurred the faces to respect their religious beliefs.
Welcome to Springfield, Belize Sawmill, where horsepower drives everything. Eight horses power the operation, guided by children with whips. The drive shaft, originating here, powers the machinery that cuts and shapes wood with the help of water. After cutting, wood is burned or repurposed, and oxen transport logs.
In this fascinating glimpse into the Mennonite/Amish community, we see how they maintain their traditional way of life, relying on hands-on craftsmanship and resourcefulness. They shun modern technology in favor of their own inventions, like homemade washing machines and beekeeping equipment. This close-knit community supports each other in times of need, emphasizing simplicity and cooperation over modern conveniences. These time-honored skills and values are passed down through generations, ensuring the continuation of their unique way of life.
The mill operates without electricity or engines, using horses exclusively. Sawdust is collected for various uses, and today's focus is crafting fencing materials. Customers from various communities purchase different wood types, from construction-grade to fine interior materials.
Springfield, Belize Sawmill: A blend of tradition and cleaver thinking, showcasing the power of nature and human craftsmanship.
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200 years ago everyone who needed to power anything stationary and had neither wind nor water sufficient used this method. It was not until the advent of reliable steam power that the horse lost this job, and it was not until the advent of gasoline engines that the horse lost his job in land transportation. Disposable technology always wins over labour intensive but renewable forms of energy, it is all about money. People make it out to be ethics, but this is incorrect, it is a profit based consumerist matrix we live in.
My Aunt & uncle use to live there but moved/started a new Colonie there the do it with water instead horses,
I could send you some pictures
And no the do not use hard lumber for kitchen stuff
Ah yes, they have a sister colony that does. It’s amazing to see how much they can do without modern technology. Are you a Mennonite from Belize?
@@HirsiTV yes but I moved to Canada in 2017
@@hyandres ah yes, many Mennonites from Belize and Mexico moved to Canada.
But also many Mennonites come back to Belize.
I will release a Mennonite video that I think you will like tomorrow
I recognize it's part of their culture. Forcing those horses to slow trot in circles for who knows how long, just doesn't seem equitable for the horses. How about a wood fueled steam sawmill?
Thanks for comment,
I understand what you are saying
They would argue that they treat their horses well. That they give them adequate rest. And that they are trained for this.
It’s Ironic that they use a car differential to operate their sawmill
I also have questions, but I understand it’s part of their culture
"Forcing those horses to slow trot..." and, "...doesn't seem equitable for the horses." Are you SERIOUS?! I bet those horses are better taken care of than some people's children. Besides, they're horses! They're ANIMALS! That's what they're bred to do...WORK. Life can't be experienced from a padded cry closet. Buy a helmet.
@@FluffyBunnyArsenal they definitely seem like strong and healthy horses
I don't mean this in a derogatory manner, but sir, have you not ever been anywhere or done anything? I don't know your story therefore I might be off, but I have a feeling you've never been out of the city or done any manual labor. You don't even know what a vice is or how most things work? I guess at least you're asking questions and learning. That's good. May I suggest, stay outside, stay off the electronics, work with your hands and do some true manual labor? Maybe learn a trade? You'll be surprised at how much you'll learn and the character you'll build. Good video however (minus the obvious lack of life experience questions). I DID subscribe though, to see what you do next, and to go back and see what all you've filmed in the past. Best of luck sir.
Thank you for the comment Fluffy, you are correct. I have spent almost all my life in the city. I am a blue-collar worker. I drove semi trucks for 5 years. I am still learning everyday.
Thanks for subscribing. I am editing more Mennonite videos. Working on a Mennonite cowboy video.
I understand. I'm sure driving (especially if OTR) can be a very isolating job. I worked for about 15 years as a foreman doing traffic signal construction and had a Class-A CDL. I ended up having a wide range of experience. I did everything from driving every type of truck, trailer, and machinery, to doing carpentry, concrete, framing, electrical (running conduit and wiring), signal programming, steel, traffic control, and dealing with laws & regs. as a contractor for VA Dept of Transportation, just to name a few. So, like I had said before, what I said wasn't meant to be demeaning, it was meant to be a sincere recommendation. It looks like you understood that I wasn't trying to be critical of yourself. 👍
I'll be sure to watch the upcoming vids. Like so many other people, I have always been fascinated by the Amish & Mennonite lifestyles. Although I may not agree with every aspect of it, I have so much respect for it. Obviously a much more physically difficult life, one could argue, it would be worth it due to the simplicity and quality. I look forward to future videos. Have a great day.@@HirsiTV
Thank you fluffy, I am in Colombia now and also filming the Mennonites here. It appears that each Mennonite group is different from each other
investigative reporter doesnt have a clue,,,,city boy for sure,,,,,,,should have had someone who knew something
They a breaking rocks to make gravel to fix the road. I am not a investigative reporter. Just a guy traveling. I didn’t know I was going to come across that.