I should have known this might happen. Delivery day, with a twist. Winter in Canada.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- Winter is upon us again! In this video I pack my truck with a bunch of stuff to take to the cliff - sawhorses I recently built, the halved logs I prepared for the walls, gasoline, and a few other odds and ends.
The snow was much deeper out there than I thought it was going to be, and under the layer of fresh beautiful snow was a sheet of ice. 🥶
The actual delivery of my load of goods didn't take me as long as I thought it was going to, which was a bonus. I thought I would need to make at least a couple of trips up and down the mountain, but once was enough in these conditions!
I have spent oodles and oodles of time trying to make a decision about how to work around my wall issue (the issue is that the subfloor is a little bit too big, so there is a lip of about 1/2 - 3/4"). The way I really wanted to do this (after a lot of thought) was to shim out the posts and upper beam to match the subfloor, and this would allow me to run my wall boards down over my rim joist (allowing me to overlap a wall board and cover my rim joists in a flush manner). As things are now, the wall board is sitting on the lip, and I'm not keen about that. But, I will just have to work with what I've already got going, otherwise I am basically taking things apart and starting a new process over, and that is taking steps backwards instead of forward. So, I will move on with what I've got going on currently, and make it work!
I achieved what I set out to for this trip - I never know how long something is going to take me with weather conditions like this. Low and behold, my casual thoughts about getting stuck in my little parking lot came true. It wasn't the amount of snow, it was the fact that under the snow was a solid sheet of ice. I was stuck there. Getting close to dark, I was rushing to gather branches and bows (using a hatchet I had in my truck, luckily), and just as I was about to drive out, someone drove by. Up the lake there are a few properties with people who access their land using the same off-road trail, and this guy is one of them! He is also the guy that ploughs the trail for everyone, and that's the reason he was out there (he had just started to clear things up near his property). Anyway, I was VERY glad to see him, although I was confident that my work/plan would have got me moving forward enough to get back in the tracks again. I would have needed to drive up towards the other peoples properties in order to turn around, though, which would have just added a chunk of time to my already 2 hour drive home.
As it was, it all worked out and I was home about 7:30pm.
I am picking up chains for my truck in a day or so! (although I anticipate things being ploughed by the next time I go out there).
Fun times! Arriving home that night kept Steve off of P.O.F. 😂😂
Thanks for watching my friends, and see you in the next video 😊
M 💕
Songs in the video:
-"Switch it up" - Silent partner
-"Anywhen you say" - Cheel
12:55 Clyde always gets a well deserved feature. Another sterling video thanks Michelle.
At the risk of being a Monday morning quarterback, I had one thought. As a SAR pilot, we train that "if it isn't attached to your body, it is useless luggage". I know it sucks climbing down with your pack, BUT if your survival supplies (emergency shelter, fire, water, food, protection, and signal/comms device) is in your pack, the pack needs to stay on your body. God forbid, you slip and bugger up an ankle or two on the climb down. Having the pack is literally the difference between a minor injury inconvenience and not surviving. At the risk of being overly dramatic know that we have recovered (versus rescued) many with seemingly mild injuries. My packs are split, so if I have ditch the "luxury or excess" items, I can pull out a single bag with the 72-hour critical items and attach to my body. Oh, my second thought was "I achieved what I set out to for this trip" is a very powerful statement. How cool it is what you and Steve are doing? You are kicking butt up there both at home and with the cabin. Enjoy, keep dancing, and rock on!!
“Death by icicle”. Quite the adventure. Glad it ended well. Now that you have chains the weather should clear up. Cabin looks great.
Cable chains on ice is like playing tug of war on roller skates...with wires stuck into your tires. Stick with cleated chains (4 since you don't have lockers and probably like to steer). For tensioners, have back ups to your back ups and a 15' piece of 550 cord for each chain. Kneepads and nice weather practice will help. Chains and tree branches don't mix, so put them on before you get stuck. They are a tool not a weakness. A winch (or small come-a-long) can help get you onto your chains if there is an "oops". Stay safe.
You never fail to suprise me, replying to a comment on a 8 month old Video within an hour or less. I am enjoying your overcoming all the problems you encounter with rational actions. I know you have to spend a large amount of time with filming and editing to mare these videos. Thanks for all you do to bring us along with you!!!
If you send the rope from the SkyMule through the brake first and then the dead leg from that tied to the ladder you would be able to keep the SkyMule in place without having to try and hold two ropes at once, and it would also put the pulling force on the ladder towards the rock wall instead of trying to pull it away from the wall! 👍
Let the anchor for the brake take the load instead of trying to hold it back while you raise the load with the pulley on the SkyMule!
Saw horses. What if you take a piece of plywood (1/4 or 3/8 inch) cut to size to replace the cloth shelf. Put a piano hinge on one side so it would fold up between one leg. You could put dowel pegs near the top of all 4 legs so when panel is vertical and sandwiched between dowels it won't fall to either side. Providing the panel is short enough to fold up inside the leg.
I think I’ll leave these ones as they are, but if / when I make another set I’ll switch things up. 👍
I like how at the end you did snippets of the experience.
Floor mats can give you traction, although the conditions seemed to be so slippery that you would have needed chains or studded tyres. Great that your friend came to help! Greetings from Finland!
That is a great idea!
Hello Michèle, snow makes it more difficult to intervene outside. Fortunately you can count on the solidarity of the people. Stay safe Michelle. See you again! 🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️💋
Chains yes but micro spikes for your boots. A friend bought me some for my birthday from EMS and they work great.
Glad he came along
Hi Michelle. Just a thought but get yourself a set of ice cleats for your boots. Second you should get a rope setup on the wall steps attached at top and bottom. So you have something to grab and or hold on to before you get seriously hurt csuse you fell all the way to the bottom. Still think your crazy but I love it. Stay safe and enjoy. Spring is comming. G
Clydetastic!! Thanks Michy, another great video. Great tunes too.
I am so glad someone showed up to help you, it's hard enough in good weather. Please stay safe. Sometimes you can carry a come along and a strap to tie to a tree, or put a winch on your truck.
damn i have never seen a pair of levis look so good
Check out deflating tires for more traction in the snow and sand.
So many critters..... Love it!
I swear when you were bringing up the skymule I thought there was a rubber chicken connected. Lol
Tire chains... I remember living in the Seattle area; and having to put them on at like 15,000ft. They really do save your a** though cause it's easy to get out of the snow. How do you not have tire chains out there?!
Clyde says you need them.. He's got real spirit.
I love the heart, soul and effort you put into everything! Bless you Say hello to Steve and the pups. Thank you and see you soon Michy
Michelle....you truly impress me every single episode.. You're the most industrious ladies I've ever met.. Impressive doesn't quite do you justice either..
Icicles lined tunnel was pretty freggin awesome..
Stay golden pretty lady.. 🐝 ❄🌲 Trent S...
Another adventure, tunnel looked cool
I thought for a moment you were going to beat it all down there. 🙈👀
You are quite incredible! I am in awe.
That Tunnel is cool ☺️
Its absolutely beautefull out there and what an adventure!
What a VIEW!!!
Ratchet straps can be fed through your rim, and the hooks attached and ratcheted down against the thread on tire. It has saved my ass a few times. Your rim design can make it difficult depending on the style but like I said....has gotten me out of a sticky situation more than once
Wouldn’t have thought about that! I did have blankets in my truck that I could have ripped up too, but wanted to try the branches first.
I am getting chains anyway now, so hopefully this doesn’t happen again. But always love to hear tips and tricks from people!! 💝💝
Smart.....me, not so much. Ha ha
Love the video, Dancing fine looking super women and dancing hound dog.
Never hurts to be a little lucky! Good job on the build!! Awesome!!
Drone footage and the tunnels with the icicles - epic and breath taking! Errol is the cutest pup ever! That was an absolute Godsend that your friend happened to drive by where you were stuck! I'm surprised you didn't have some of those boot spikes that strap onto hiking shoes and some ankle gaiters that run from top of the boots to just below the knee. I had a pair of those back in my Boy Scout days (many many moons ago) that were awesome to use hiking in deep snow. I have a couple of the EU2000i gens - I overfill and spill just about every time I fill from a can like that!!! Stay safe and THANK YOU very much for the great content!!!
WOW, Look at all the snow!
That is one amazing view with your drone hun ..Steve would just have Foxy Rocksy come over that wouldn't cheating 😂
I think the name of your channel should now be the "New Perils of Pauline!" I knew you survived so I watched till the end, but those dagger & lance icicles should have been enough to warn you "Beware those who dare pass this way do so at your own risk.!" Clyde's happy food dance made him look like he has been watching Irish Step Dancers!!
Good to see your being adventurous in that lovely snow you have to play in. I’ll pass on snow but it’s entertaining watching you with snow down your boots. Because you look good in jeans maybe
Damn Michelle that ice looks dangerous, any crampons at home? Old school trick I’ve used at work is screw old bottle caps to the bottom of a spare set of boots. Instant “gription” 🍻
Not everyone understands how freaking much work you put into making these videos.
All the camera setups and "redoing" everything you do so its on camera is exhausting!!
You rock!
You are so right, if I were stuck in an area far from cell service and nightfall looming, setting up cameras to capture the struggle would not be high on my list.
She is exceptional without a doubt.
Today, I have TWO choices, to make
[A] Psychological slaughter ,or
[B] TOUCHLESS TORTURE
I choose Bravo
@@shamrock241r8 I contemplated not filming anything because of the extreme rush I was in, but I felt it was fair to show the real picture if I could (even just a bit).
Sometimes all you can do is make a little progress. Michy have a good week and God bless amen.
Hello Michelle, how is life up there treating you?
I figured out what the camper building needs: it needs support braces at the top plate; connected to the posts, that would reduce the live load.
The live load forces, in the geometry. Simple fix.
A have a wee bit of Irish luck, tomorrow. 🍀
Hi Michelle, good video I love the adventure and drama. Not sure if anyone else in the 374 comments at this point has mentioned this, but I think the reason your Jerry can is leaking is that rubber seal needs to be on the lip of the spout not below on the shaft, nothing worse than a leaky Jerry can. Love the way you create and do things on the fly. Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.
We used to carry around a bag of kitty litter in case we got stuck
You got lucky when your friend happened by to help you get unstuck. Wheeew! Lol
Get ya pair calk soled boots. Very safe.
Sehr schönes Video Grüße aus Germany
Thanks for another adventure 😊
Kitty litter is great for traction on ice …… I try to carry a box of k litter all winter.
Michelle enjoyed the video it’s so beautiful where you live at but needless to say you definitely need to get chains on your tires I really loved the bridge and the tunnel you drive through be careful and maybe next snow video you have chains on tires 😂😂 keep those beautiful videos coming God Bless Michelle
In a pinch you can loop rope through your rims to simulate chains . Doesnt work on most wheels because it will snag on your disc brake calipers . Odd your rear wheels werent turning . Try very lightly touching the brake pedal to slow the wheel that spins . It can help get the other wheel turning. Rock back and fourth a couple inches slowly going further each time as opposed to spinning warming up holes for your tires to sit in. Keep a normal dirt shovel with you. Try and chip gravel out of a bank somewhere and tuck it under the tires. If that doesnt work , get to starting a fire. Stay put.
You might consider Crampons ice spikes for your boots would make it easier to walk down that ice😮 17 to 20 dollars at amazon easy to put on and remove. The life you save maybe
Your own.
Priceless views with a lot of dedication 😊
Honda GEN. Nice! Good
Jetty spikes for your feet, something grippier for your truck.
You are certainly adventurous! Were you always this daring even as a youngster? You had me sitting at the edge of my seat. I enjoy your videos and by the way great editing including the music. Keep going and be careful please!
I would say I was a different kind of adventurous when I was younger. I was never into building things before, so this has me motivated to get it done/continue working on it. 😊
Love to see your work in progress progressing and see how you work out your « stuck in the snow » problems ….I am very familiar with these here in Quebec…even if I drive a Volvo XC90….best from Montreal….
What is the name of the river you see from your cabin? Thank you for sharing,very entertaining and relaxing. Keep bringing awesome videos. Craig Pa.
You be careful girl. Don't know what kind of tires you have on truck, I know there's ice, some good mud and snow tires along with chains will help.. look like all season tires but i could be wrong. Anyway be careful
You should get a set of icers. They go over your boots and are covered with spikes. I can run uphill on glare ice.
For those conditions yes, I could have used them!!
You should build a snowman ⛄ and tell Steve you have a really cool new man 😂.
That tunnel looks epic!! Great atmospheric video 👍🏼❄️ I'm looking forward to the summer, just brought a hero11 with all the accessories, underwater lens etc.
For the jerry can use a plastic bag over the thread to stop the leak also at the road why dont you use a double rope to lower your things instead of going up and down that slope along the stone wall?
Yeah, we’ve talked about that. But it’s just one more thing m, one more project when our hands are already so full. It definitely makes sense though.
@@michygoss7148 for light stuff . Work horses, jerry can, back pack. Like my wife said just let it slide down the walk way it should be fine in the snow.
@@AD-hr4is oh I see. You’re meaning to use a rope and sled (or something) and slide things from the top of the stairs down the slope. ? Definitely could have done that I guess.
I thought you were meaning setting up a system from the middle of the rock wall to lower things down (which is a more complicated system).
@@michygoss7148 yes a sled would be good slso. What i meant is a rope double that you put trough a loog or around a handle then when its at its destination you release one end of the rope and bring it back up for the next items instead of going up and down the stairway by the trail where you park your vehicule. Thats what i would do if its less than 50 pounds.
Although I thoroughly enjoy your posts and you are one heck of a do-it-yourself go getter, I do worry that you sometimes get yourself into situations that can be really tough to get out of by yourself. You are so much like my sister-in-law that I respect sooo much. Just be careful as we don't want anything serious to happen to you.
you made my day thank you
Sometimes you skate too close to the edge. I worry that you're going to get in a real jam one of these times. Don't forget that saw cuts on the pull stroke. Let us know how you like it. It'll take some getting used to.
Yes, my first thought was, jeans in a snow Strom, not a good choice....second thought was, why not chains on your tires? Loved the tunnel ice....
Watching your rear wheels while you were stuck, you may want to invest in a rear electric locker if you truck doesn't have one.
Q & A if I may?
Memory cards
What size and how many do have?
How often do you need to replace a memory card?
What is the best memory card type to purchase?
San disc I believe. Mostly use a 128GB, but have a couple back ups (64GB and 32GB). Never had to replace one (used 2 years)
You have the same truck I have, color and everything. I am curious if you tried the rear differential lock as well as the 4WD , when trying to get out ? I am thinking if it is something you didn't know about you could have Steve show you, but with it being ice as you said, that may have been the major issue.
I’m not sure about rear differential. I only know of 4WD low and high. I’ve seen others mention that, so I’ll have to look into it. Thanks!
Hmmm, watching your rear wheels doing nothing in the snow. One thing I've changed on all my 4WD vehicles, is to have the innards of the rear-end swapped out for a posi-traction unit (sometimes called a limited-slip differential). Makes a massive difference in traction, as without doing that, you still get that one rear wheel spinning and the other one doing nothing. I've never needed chains since I did that. Costs about $1000, and beats having to deal with putting chains on/off.
Yes get the proper truck for the areas that you drive in !
Also when you got there you should have turned your truck around to make sure you would be able to go home when you were ready !
Interesting. Worth thinking about for sure, although I do think I’ll be upgrading my truck this year.
@@michygoss7148 -
Even better, as you can order an LSD (Limited-Slip Differential) as a factory option, or if you buy a used truck, keep an eye out for a truck with it already installed. Honestly, it's almost criminal that every 4WD sold doesn't come with them as standard equipment. Without it, a 4WD is really only a 2WD on anything slippery. th-cam.com/video/93TT8ewtAew/w-d-xo.html
I myself don't regret you wearing jeans 👌📹👍😉
no chains
live and learn
How about the danger off moutin lions
I look forward every week to your videos as much as you look forward to that hot tea in the thermos. So much work going into everything including just getting anywhere.
Got to thinking when you show up at the spot on the road for unloading items you could turn the truck around after you get there ahead of time for when you do need to leave. One less thing to worry about.
I've never driven in the snow except for the few snow flakes I encountered the other day while traveling through the Santa Cruz Mountains in northern California. Exciting to see light snow flurries but think about what you encounter on a daily basis in the winter.
Enjoy seeing everything you do.
In this case, no matter which way I parked my truck I would have been stuck. If there wasn’t so much ice under the snow my tires would have had traction.
@@michygoss7148 that GMC didnt seem to mind it, jus sayin...
This was a nail biter watching you make your way down the steep slope
Doesn’t your Toyota have 4 wheel drive? When you were stuck, your back tires weren’t rolling
You are absolutely beautiful, your eyes and smile are breathtaking 🌹🌹
Thank you so much!
Have you gotten the chains for your truck tires yet? I hope so. Also, I thought that when you are filling the gas tank to the generator it was going to overflow while you were talking to us, but it in.👍
Nope! It didn’t. I was paying attention to the sound 👍👍
Good video and great effort getting down with the gear etc! Glad you got help getting unstuck/getting out safely! Place is REALLY coming on great the drone shots really make you realise how far you've come with it and got done! Considering there was LITERALLY NOTHING there! Amazing effort 99.9% single handed! Very impressive! 💪
Errol's a right character! Lol
Have a great (and safe) week! 👍🏴🇬🇧
22:20 - Cat: in box. Check.
You need a winch on your truck
That new hair colour looks nice 💖💖💖💀💀💀💑😸😸😸😎😀😀😯😉😈😈😈
🤩🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘😘
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Is that a lake down below?
Yes
An old Alfred Hitchcock tv show episode concerned someone being murdered by an ice cycle. By the time the police arrived the murder weapon had melted and I don’t remember the outcome!
😂😂😂
it would be my luck that my new girlfriend and wife would get along lol
Hello, C'est pas évident de faire avec tant neige 🏔 🏔,t'en fait pas le printemps viendra🤗🙌
I love the fact you are out there and doing it. GET A GARMIN InReach. I have one for my back country flying. I got one for my daughter who does a lot of Solo hiking and camping. The plans are less then $20 a month and they could save your life in the back country. They also let you send messages to anyone.
Gas Can. If you had a plastic bag (1qt/1gal.zip lock, garbage bag, grocery bag, any kind of plastic bag, you could fit the corner of a bag over the gas can opening, then screw the cap down over the plastic bag and opening of the can. The plastic should act as a seal and keep the can from leaking fuel. Very temporarily. More than likely the black soft plastic seal that fits on the bottom of the cap, is now missing, torn, or no longer round, hard and not pliable any longer, or flat. The O-ring should be soft and pliable, and round. Amazon sells sets of gas caps and the little funnels that go with them, in small sets. I had bought a new gas can with the new pain in the arse cap. I bought the old reliable kind of caps and funnels off of Amazon. That's how I know what they offer.
Getting down the mountain from the lift. All you need is one of those little blue plastic sleds, they sell in all the hardware stores for the kids. Sit down in the sled just past the lift point, lift you feet, give yourself a little tiny push and weeeeeeee! over the icy rocks, twigs, leaves, branches and all. I would highly recommend a good snowmobile helmet with a full face guard and shield. Easy Peezy. Now that sounds like real fun!!
Another great way to increase you traction is to slightly lower the tire pressure in all 4 tires. This increases the contact patch between the tire and the ground. Don't forget to reinflate your tires once you get back to the main road and find a gas station with air.
Great tips! Thank you!
I would never sled down that mountain. It would be a death sentence 100%. Too many downed trees, stumps, branches, rocks, and not really enough snow to cover it safely. Plus the grade is insanely steep (I’d ski that grade but not sled it as you have no way to control your speed on a little sled).
I’d rather live. 😂
@@michygoss7148 Hi Mich, Yeah I was just kidding about the sledding part. i have used the plastic bag trick myself returning from the gas station with the cans in the back of the SUV. I was so afraid the gasoline smell would never come out of the car. I was lucky, I had a thick plastic mat underneath the gas cans. Washed the gas right off. Found the new gas can caps immediately after that. BTW, your hubby dresses up nicely. I didn't realize he was so tall. You make quite an attractive couple.
Love the way Steve replied when you asked what happens if you don’t come back 😂
It blows my mind how strong and resilient you are. You do things many fit and able people would dream of trying. Can't wait to see a whole lot less snow soon!
I find your dedication and expecially patience so inspiring! Great stuff Michelle :) Keep up the great work!
Your hard work is understood and appreciated as always--great ob--in the winter I would stay and home and waited for spring.
AWESOME DRONE FOOTAGE! Man one false move down the mountain you go! .... stay safe ketchup lady...
Well I'm glad that you're not stuck in the snow anymore because I always want to see you on the next one safe and sound I see your family and all those icicles hanging down I personally don't miss the snow but I like the video it's nice to watch and I remember snow gets deep really quick but you take care and I'll see you on the next video give all your dogs a bone and I hope Steve doing fine and you too good-bye😴😴😳😒😬😀😃😋🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦😟🇺🇸🇺🇸🤪🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶😬
Beautiful work! You should just put the floor boards down and tack them with one screw each then remove the screw and slide them together after they dry to take up any gap then add a filler strip against the wall. Keep it up.
Yeah, I was half contemplating that. Maybe even just a brad nailer, although getting all those nails out would be much more of a pain than one screw.
(I was also trying to be cognizant of the fact that I have am the ice and shield membrane and don’t wanna put a bunch of holes in it with the walls still open as it’ll trap moisture potentially). 🤷🏻♀️
You are hilarious to watch! I admire how you persevere and endure through problems that come up, most always with a sense of humor. Maybe not always humor at the time, but at some point. You have a great attitude and work ethic. Btw, you are the only channel I have ever subscribed to. That definitely says something for you! Be safe!
Wow! What an honour! Thanks Kathy!
Michelle, Does your truck have true four wheel drive: Does all four wheels turn when you are stuck? Years ago I converted to limited slip differentials in front & rear axles on my old 80 Bronco, before doing that, I actually only had 1 wheel in front, 1 in rear turning when in 4 wheel drive when stuck. Since then I haven't had to use the mounted winch or chain up to get unstuck at all. Even if just the rear diff has limited slip, most times you can power thru snow and mud, especially if you carry a couple bags of sand over rear axle. Much easier than struggling with chaining your tires.
Where's the "off button" for the all the snow? Tell Steve he doesn't need a gf because he already has a beautiful wife. :)
If Steve gets a new girlfriend, I’d like to be first in line to be your new boyfriend!✋
That will never happpen..he knows what hes got...
😂
@@michygoss7148 Michy would have to hold a bachlorette type competition
Always look forward to your video's, the tunnel with the icicles was very cool.