Clearing Out an Abandoned OFF GRID CABIN

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  • @earthangel8730
    @earthangel8730 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    Rent an ATV with sked or trailer for a week to haul trash and junk out and haul construction materials in. Don't bury it.

    • @NadesikoRose
      @NadesikoRose ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I agree, never bury something unless it’s something that is easily biodegradable like wood or other things.
      Plus if you can fix up the trail, fill in the potholes with gravel and so on, you might be able to eventually drive your van up to the property and possible arrange for garbage pick up at the road end of your ‘driveway’

    • @papabear562
      @papabear562 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Also agree, and you want to steer clear of breaking any environmental laws that the Canadian government might hit you with. In the meantime, do what you can to make the trail as passable as possible so you can get your van in and out. Leaving it parked so far from your place could result in it being stolen. Otherwise, great video and I will follow along to see how you're doing.

    • @Peacekeeper150
      @Peacekeeper150 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      A good razor knife will allow you to disect a mattress, couch, etc. down to simple parts. A lot of the parts you can burn.

  • @tammymahon5571
    @tammymahon5571 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Don't bury it 😭 just wait till you get access and take it out. You'll have to get access to bring in more furniture so wait

  • @lindadavidson4140
    @lindadavidson4140 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Keep going and not give up. All the work you are doing because it’s yours
    It will be what you want in the long run and be a beautiful place to live the rest of your lives

  • @samsmom1491
    @samsmom1491 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You're going to want your bed elevated from the floor, especially when winter hits. Unless the crawl space has been insulated, the floor will be the coldest part of the house.

  • @Archimark1
    @Archimark1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The good part about having that stove out in the open is that it will radiate heat in all directions. Maybe put a fan low behind it to push cold air over the stove and turbocharge the heating?

  • @daveshultz4165
    @daveshultz4165 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tyler my wife and I just found your channel. So we started with the video about the trip from west Canada. We will be enjoying watching your adventure.

  • @wayneburgess5203
    @wayneburgess5203 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well you have my attention! If you ever need any construction advice or guidance please reach
    Out. I own a construction company in Ontario! You are on an amazing journey! All the best and just enjoy the whole thing! You rock! The jealousy here is monumental!

  • @MsCripplex
    @MsCripplex ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I know you’re trying so hard to make things work. If i might suggest keeping the metal from the bunk system for climbing items in the garden as supports. Just a thought. I wish I could help more but you’re doing great, ps love your puppy, what a cutie pie! Be safe!

    • @chucky6367
      @chucky6367 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'd be burning any mattresses with inner springs and use the wire innards as a trellis for climbing veg or flowers.

  • @rebeccabeaven9641
    @rebeccabeaven9641 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Inspiring! I am also here! Living the island life!

  • @GETTINGHIGGYWITHIT
    @GETTINGHIGGYWITHIT ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I don’t know what the regulations are in Canada for burning things! But, here in the USA we would salvage the cabinets and 2x4’s & then burn everything else instead of burying it! As for the mattresses if you burn them then all that will be left is the springs inside of them! Like others have mentioned beforehand your first priority should be getting access to the property!
    If you’re on a budget then you need to think outside of the box when it comes to junking everything that was left behind! It’s called repurposing stuff to get a different use out of things that will fulfill your tight budget! Try to salvage as much of the drywall that you can because that would be cumbersome to haul back into the cabin & that doesn’t burn! I look forward to following along with you and Dobby!

  • @SagebrushRambles
    @SagebrushRambles ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I wouldn't bury that stuff. Some commented about renting an ATV with a sked or trailer and that's a good idea.

  • @dougnelson8121
    @dougnelson8121 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brother you are living a lot of peoples dream. So glad I came across your channel. I will love watching your dream come to reality.

  • @answatkins4677
    @answatkins4677 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good luck . Blessings

  • @OurCabinInThewoods
    @OurCabinInThewoods ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Right on looks good be careful of the mold

  • @Leed216
    @Leed216 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    when you said bury that stuff, my heart sank. I can’t imagine doing that to the precious environment. Maybe focus on road access like others have said so you can get supplies in and junk out. Also reconsider reusing some of those ‘junk’ items.

  • @joint-heirwithchrist5241
    @joint-heirwithchrist5241 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You Need a 4wheeler and trailer. Dry wall is heavy. How far is it to your van? Some no trespassing signs at the head of your trail might be better than waiting for all these individual groups to pull up.

  • @cabinstuff
    @cabinstuff ปีที่แล้ว +24

    We have a cabin in the woods off grid so I understand the work involved. We’ve owned it since 2009. We started living in it 6 months of the year. In the winter we go every other weekend because the only access is by snowmobile. We run everything by solar, back up generator. We now have running water, RV pump 12 volt. Our water comes from our brook behind the cabin that we pump into a 300g tote. We also just got starlink, good to have for rainy days and emergencies. We also put a garden in with a small greenhouse a few years ago.
    I love your property, it’s going to be so much fun getting it where you want it to be. I look forward watching you future videos. Best of luck!

  • @neutonrenda2303
    @neutonrenda2303 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love how Dobby drinks his water.👍

  • @eakerz5642
    @eakerz5642 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good stuff, keep m coming

  • @kcbguy57
    @kcbguy57 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Job one is to get you a road to the property to allow you to bring supplies up by your van. Great Job.

  • @zeketoplay5355
    @zeketoplay5355 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Please don’t wear yourself out. Tons of progress, looks so different already. Your the man!!!!

  • @paulkuehn3352
    @paulkuehn3352 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice place love your little buddy all dogs are good.

  • @SuperHurdman
    @SuperHurdman 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I would burn the mattresses as they are just fabric over metal and if their is a single their when you burn the fabric off you will be left with a spring I use the spring to drag threw the snow to make a hard packed trial obviously I have a snow machine but if you pick up a four wheeler you can pull it behind that. Just make sure that if your getting a foot of snow drag every four inches or you will not be able to pull the spring!

  • @NurseyPooh59
    @NurseyPooh59 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Make sure to wear a mask when removing the fiberglass insulation. Good job so far! I’d salvage whatever wood you can!

  • @FrethKindheart
    @FrethKindheart ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I would invest in a cheap off road vehicle to haul things back and forth to the van.

  • @scottfoster2487
    @scottfoster2487 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dig a pit and burn all burnable trash in one permaner place,have a secong hole for class and stugg that is to hard to haul to a real dump. Burn the mattreses with the woould and what ever is left will be easier to haul off at some point.

  • @North-SouthAdventures
    @North-SouthAdventures ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The view is beautiful!!

  • @sarahfish132
    @sarahfish132 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    You've done a lot of work. My thought is you need to prioritze access. Get a dirt road done up at least so you can get the van up there so you can remove stuff to the local dump (if there is one) and bring in supplies.

  • @melissaemery2365
    @melissaemery2365 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    That cabin is in amazing shape structurally with a roof, windows & siding in tact. What a find! I'm looking forward to watching your journey.

  • @lampholder1
    @lampholder1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your doing great! ❤

  • @tdk1246
    @tdk1246 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good job keeping everything clean. We must have some normalcy in our wild lives. I'm living on a boat, keeping neat and tidy is a must.

  • @juliemann2419
    @juliemann2419 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love your spirit of adventure. A agree that you need to get an ATV to help you shuttle things in and out. The "tail" looks like it used to be a road. With some reinforcing in places I think you could drive in there. Good luck.

  • @neutonrenda2303
    @neutonrenda2303 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Looks like everyone just crashed there and never cleaned up after themselves. Great job clearing out.👍

  • @dorianmorton67
    @dorianmorton67 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’ve just subscribed and am binge-watching your videos from the point that you bought the cabin. Love this kind of transformation thing, 🇨🇦❤️

  • @islandgal7159
    @islandgal7159 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Definitely try to rent an atv and trailer. It will change everything for a while. You could haul the trash and save your strength.

  • @MariandelaCuadra-e8l
    @MariandelaCuadra-e8l ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your home will be beautiful when your finished. Keep going and don't let anyone get you down. You must be a very strong young man to take this grand step in your life.

  • @sunriseskies3883
    @sunriseskies3883 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Protect yourself and pup from possible mold before you tackle the insulation.
    I pray that your health and spirits stay strong!! ❤
    You got this!!
    Everything worthwhile takes time, tears and patience!! We wish we could help you with the physical work, but since we can’t we are here in spirit and prayer supporting you and Dobby with every task!!
    Stay mentally strong and you can do it!!
    Hugs and kisses!! Dobby you’re a cutie!! 🥰

  • @AB-so3jv
    @AB-so3jv ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That is an amazing property you have, congratulations!!!!

  • @jenmurphy7777
    @jenmurphy7777 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What beautiful property you have. What a project! Watching you clear out your cabin makes me wish I was there helping you out.

  • @richardbennett22
    @richardbennett22 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Not sure how I stumbled on to your channel, but glad I did. I think what you are doing is absolutely amazing. Follow your dream, I look forward to following along.

  • @sandra75843
    @sandra75843 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How exciting! We are enjoying the progress 😊

  • @KChandler9362
    @KChandler9362 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You’re getting so much done. Looking great

  • @michelsynett2429
    @michelsynett2429 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    good advice would be bundles of roxul insulation ,mices do not like it ,water and fire proof , borax powder sprinkle in bottom of walls to keep mouse away .

  • @rnl9520
    @rnl9520 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Make sure you fix the leak where that insulation is molding before you put new stuff in.

  • @doodles3075
    @doodles3075 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Tyler and Dobby,
    For some reason, you've come up on my TH-cam feed. I have no idea why, but I am absolutely love it❤.
    I would absolutely love to be doing what you are doing.
    So excited to see how brilliant this turns out❤

  • @nolf1025
    @nolf1025 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My thoughts, haul it all out a little at a time, I’m sure you will feel a whole lot better about it

  • @jeffspoehr1757
    @jeffspoehr1757 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm interested in your progress with this cabin; it should be an adventure. I am a little disappointed that you are just making a garbage dump, or will bury the junk that can't be burned. Is there no way to haul this stuff out, on an UTV with a trailer? PS, I think that red metal bunk bed frame (we had one for our son) would be a nice set of shelves for storage. Maybe not now, but down the road.

  • @North-SouthAdventures
    @North-SouthAdventures ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A lot of work but will be awesome when you make it your own !! Love it …

  • @user-ek6mf8jn6m
    @user-ek6mf8jn6m 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow! You accomplished a lot in these two videos. I can't imagine leaving all that junk behind for someone else to deal with. Good job cleaning it all up.

  • @Pikaxsu
    @Pikaxsu 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love that blue trunk. Absolutely love it - here in Europe we don't have everywhere boasting with those old steamer trunks and I just love them.. I love chests, cheast tables.. love them. you saying you want to make a planter out of it ..
    Also burying random trash in the land is ew.
    When you left the cabin at the end the first big puddle is it on your land ? There is leaning dead (?) tree in the frame with it, I would just make a band-aid bridge with the leaning tree.
    Also here we have these.. "duck boards" they are called in English. Two or three splitted trees or thick planks over few cross supports acting as legs - we have those going over wast swamps and wet lands. The first band aid bridge I mentioned earlier.. :)

  • @LyndaHiatt
    @LyndaHiatt ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow -great courage and determination! Keep going -moving forward!

  • @simonr5171
    @simonr5171 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good luck with the project Tyler. You seem like a nice chap. Keep going.

  • @vandienalbacite9614
    @vandienalbacite9614 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love watching your videos.

  • @richardksimpson800
    @richardksimpson800 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This looks like fun. I've done similar projects a few times and it's all about the "super list" keep that white board rocking and eventually you'll get there.

  • @debrashort7621
    @debrashort7621 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Strip the mattresses you can burn the fabric. Then use the metal frame in your garden to grow tomatoes or beans that need support

  • @desmagennis7830
    @desmagennis7830 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hopefully you’ll get some sort or road or pathway to get your van in …looking good so far …❤

  • @TamaraLR
    @TamaraLR ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi Tyler, hope you enjoyed your pizza..😁🤗. Can’t wait to see what you are going to do with your cabin and land…😁🤗👍🏻

    • @tyleranddobby
      @tyleranddobby  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Large pizza, One sitting… it was the most satisfying indulgence! Haha
      Thank you!

  • @janwarner5743
    @janwarner5743 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video. Am enjoying following along. You are living a dream 😃 Can’t wait to see more.

  • @Heidi-i7n
    @Heidi-i7n ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow, you did a fantastic job. Looking good❤

  • @rayellenkishbach8998
    @rayellenkishbach8998 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just found your channel and love the slow, gentle pace of your videos. Thanks for bringing us along.

  • @rhondamcmillan5783
    @rhondamcmillan5783 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are doing what I have only dreamed of doing. Awesome clean up and work - you got this. Amazing views!

  • @masterspin7796
    @masterspin7796 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wouldn't get rid of the wood...

  • @artthefart5753
    @artthefart5753 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You are living my dream😊 take care Tyler.

  • @25inspector
    @25inspector ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You got tons of work done cleaning it out! In time and with your hard work, It will be a fantastic livable space. I look forward to future videos on the progress.

  • @vec4253
    @vec4253 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good job!

  • @eileenmccabe671
    @eileenmccabe671 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What an adventure you are having and will continue to have. . Your doggo is so cute. It's hard work, but you can do it. Stay safe

  • @primitivestar8564
    @primitivestar8564 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow what a journey. Glad youtube put this in my recommended. I am ready to see your future here because there is so much potential. Love Dobby ❤

  • @laurahaughton4523
    @laurahaughton4523 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It’s cool, relax,enjoy the journey and the company. Take care 🌸

  • @polh6462
    @polh6462 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Tyler, we use old ovens to burn rubbish in. 😀 Hi Dobby!!

  • @paulalayland1
    @paulalayland1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey, thank you for sharing your journey with us. What an inspiration you are! Good luck, I will be following every steps! Be happy!

  • @leonawilliams6599
    @leonawilliams6599 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow beautiful spot you have found and working hard to rebuild looking forward to seeing all the progress

  • @Clara-fm6md
    @Clara-fm6md ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Hey Tyler! Somehow youtube presented me your videos, lucky me! Thank you, for letting me join your adventure from far away. I am so excited to watch, what you are turning the place into. Greetings from Germany!

  • @holly1391
    @holly1391 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That bunk bed might be a good toy for a chicken yard…

  • @maryloulabreche7926
    @maryloulabreche7926 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What you need is a small compact tractor to work the property and get in and out
    Dave

  • @Erik666666666
    @Erik666666666 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi Tyler, you did a great job on that cabin love to see more of your video's

  • @TerryFalan
    @TerryFalan ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hey Tyler! Wow! What a difference! It’s like the darkness has been lifted and the light shines. Great work! Like others, I’m excited to see the progress and the transformation of your fantastic cabin! T.

  • @ms_breexo
    @ms_breexo ปีที่แล้ว +3

    New subscriber from Jamaica, wow this will be an amazing project and you're hilarious (that doll was pretty creepy!)

  • @bruceh527
    @bruceh527 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wow… love to know how you found this place… cool place..

  • @Melicoy
    @Melicoy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great. Be the turtle slow and steddy

  • @davediomond
    @davediomond ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow,what a start youve made. I think in time you will really make it your own place. Well done for having the guts to try off grid living. Cant wait for more videos of your progress. Why not watch other videos of other off gridders and see if you can get any good ideas for your cabin. Best of luck.

  • @dtfit8754
    @dtfit8754 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Making lots of progress! Can’t wait to see what you do with the place!

  • @dianethompson2458
    @dianethompson2458 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Well done Tyler. This will be so nice wen you are finished. I can see that you know what you are doing. Maybe check with the municipality regarding the stuff you were going to bury. There may be other cost effective alternatives. Dobby is so sweet. I am looking forward to seeing your next video. Best of luck from Canada.

  • @donnabrooks4147
    @donnabrooks4147 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    AWESOME!!!! Keep on going Tyler. You’re doing an absolutely amazing job. 😊

  • @robertcraig1628
    @robertcraig1628 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am loving your videos! I am so inspired by them. You are truly courageous and people like me trapped in urban Vancouver love it. We are heading for months of dreary weather surrounded by people and concrete. Please continue to document. You are doing what I plan to do in the next few years

  • @pamelabeyers-dk4qc
    @pamelabeyers-dk4qc ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Can't you keep that red metal bedframe for something I. The future? A gate or something? I don't no. Lol

  • @Topofthehilloutdoors
    @Topofthehilloutdoors ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Looks like it’s gonna be a great place

  • @dp1091
    @dp1091 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    looks great! I'm looking forward to seeing all the progress!

  • @lilivicordero8077
    @lilivicordero8077 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to have found your channel

  • @martihetrick609
    @martihetrick609 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tarp the piles outside also

  • @chevyblazer944
    @chevyblazer944 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you plan on living there this winter you best get to cutting wood and lots of it and leave the wood stove where it is so you get heat from all sides of it , burn what you can that you took out of cabin carry rest out and take it to the dump , buy a 4x4. That will drive in and out of there also

  • @cigarprepper7179
    @cigarprepper7179 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Need a used 4 wheeler small trailer 💪🏻

  • @peterfrymaster
    @peterfrymaster ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I don’t know what your plans are, but it looks like you’ve tossed a lot of potentially useful stuff. Do you plan on opening a road access, otherwise that’s a major amount of hauling to bring in everything on your back. Are you going to live there permanently? How far is it to town?

    • @tyleranddobby
      @tyleranddobby  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I’m still working on the road access. There’s three possibilities - the road I’m currently walking, the deeds legal access(ends at the Brook and not towards or near any road, making it landlocked currently), and another washed out road the locals have told me many years back they used to get trucks in but ATVers I’ve talked to can’t seem to find it and I can’t find it by foot, but with fall season trails start showing themself a bit more with the dead branches and leaves falling. All three possibilities go through different peoples property lines but I need to assess all of the options once I find this other “road”. It’s a cabin that was part of a draft dodger settlement. Winter… we’ll see. One step at a time. Worst case pick back up in the spring. Reality is I just got here 6 weeks ago, only so much I can do. I have the van worst case which is why I haven’t sold it to get a more suitable vehicle.

  • @Musicismylove888
    @Musicismylove888 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's pretty much a rebuild top to bottom. I wouldn't trust that structure in a major storm. A great find.
    Give all that stuff to goodwill.

  • @Giovanni_Zoino
    @Giovanni_Zoino ปีที่แล้ว +11

    New subscriber here, I have two questions. If you could please answer, I’m so curious, how far is the van from the cabin? Are you worried about anybody stealing anything from the van? Do you think you’ll ever be able to fix the dirt road so you could drive the van up to the cabin? And what do you do about fleas or ticks getting on your dog?

    • @SagebrushRambles
      @SagebrushRambles ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's 4 questions not two lol.

    • @robertcraig1628
      @robertcraig1628 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes! Great questions

    • @Giovanni_Zoino
      @Giovanni_Zoino ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@SagebrushRambles I know, It Started out as two questions but a couple other things popped in my brain, lol

    • @nancysmith9425
      @nancysmith9425 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      WE LOVE YOU ALREADY GIOVANNI!! IM JUST AMAZED HOW GOOD HIS LITTLE DOG IS, FELT RIGHT AT HOME SO QUICKLY!!!

  • @Alone-in-a-dessert
    @Alone-in-a-dessert 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Tyler and Miss Dobby, great video! I’m in favor of working on road and ATV with trailer to haul things off the property. Not bury it. Also in favor of keeping metal from red metal bed. And screens for gardening to keep animals out. Could be good for many things. Possible future garden etc. excited to watch your progress! 🇺🇸❤️🇨🇦 , Crista

  • @mariarichmond4179
    @mariarichmond4179 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No no no,don’t bury, hire a trailer to get rid. Please 😢😢😢

  • @1965tjmet
    @1965tjmet ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Tyler, the track you were stood on next to the junk pile looks like a vehicle track.

    • @tyleranddobby
      @tyleranddobby  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Both set of tracks you see go directly to the water in front. It’s from ATVs. I’m still working on the access part. Locals have told me there might be a washed out road they used to use many years back to get trucks in.

  • @KSExplorer
    @KSExplorer ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You seem to have a trail that comes to your cabin. will your van just not go down it?

  • @kiridaymond85
    @kiridaymond85 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Road Access buddy. At least mark it out as you go back and forward from the Van. You absolutely need road access.

  • @pattiwhite9575
    @pattiwhite9575 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Ok wow you cleared out that place like a mother. Don't know why you burning some of that stuff. Those two cabinets you took off the wall are built better than those shelves in bedroom. The wood chairs can be cleaned and painted. I DO NOT like the idea of burying all that stuff. There has to be a better way. Reuse as much as you can for indoors or outdoor uses for the future. Once you get a road to the cabin you can haul out all the junk to be properly junked. Of course I don't know where your at or how far you are from a township. You may have to leave all the junk for next year. Winter is closing in and you need to focus on fixing the cabin.
    I think you could learn a few things for another Canadian who took the same road you did to the east coast a year ago. His cabin was just like yours when he started. He has been very resourceful with what he has managed to do on a very limited budget. He still has a way to go but I think he will be able to live in it this winter. Please check out his channel...Slim Potatohead. He is a adventurer also.