I have been watching your channel for years now, and I have enjoyed watching you evolve. From broom to trusty rake. Your ethics, tenaciousness, and love of the environment is award worthy.
Man, it's really nice to just hear you talk about whatever while the water drains.. Can't really explain why, but I think it's nice when you show the water level going down
We have youtubers out there “I’m funny and I quit my job to do TH-cam full time, please donate to my patreon so I don’t have to go out and get a real job.” And then there’s post 10 who is out unclogging culverts with out proper safety equipment and people are begging him to set up a patreon so we can donate to him so he can be safe but just keeps going out and doing it anyway.
I've watched almost all of your videos now. You're a really interesting and intelligent guy. I admire the passions behind your hobbies! You're truly knowledgeable. I hope all of your public service gets you big karma points! Keep the videos coming! :)
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! I'm a tool guy and when I see something I haven't seen before I just have to know what it is and more about it. I was searching Google like crazy trying to figure this out and then I decided to scroll down and Boom!!, there was your post. Now my mind can be at ease. Thanks to all you railroad workers, I now have knowledge of something I didn't know before.
Brandon Church If the debris is left it can cause much worse damage then a short surge of water. More people should be thanking him, he is a good citizen/human! I like that his hobby also saves the tax payers money. City/state repair lists are never ending.
As I was driving home from the office yesterday, I scanned part of my commute that normally floods during rain, and I think I saw a clogged drain. I may need to clean it on my lunch break...
this channel it the best, it takes my head to a totally different place, it makes me so happy when those culverts are unclogged, you do a really beautiful job i wish i could help
Give this man a medal... Somewhere, theres an individual seeing a clogged drain in the street, outside their window not giving a shit, calling the city instead of just taking 5 minutes of the day to kick the lutter of the grid......
Your channel is a pleasure to watch! And I've become so much more aware of the blocked drains around my city in this very wet spring and summer here in the mid-west.
I love the way you always look and make sure that it's not trying to reclog as you clean it out. You do a wonderful job on each and every job you do. Thank you for caring so much about the natural flow of life and nature.
That granite tunnel fronted by the concrete is wonderful. And just think if you didn’t go to clean it out nobody would ever see it or remember it and the beauty it shows would be forgotten.
It's not just that he unclogs drains and culverts. It's that he is so meticulous and detailed and does them with pride and excellence. Doing more than necessary.
11:25 Spends time the previous day clearing the blockage then returns the next day because he don't think he cleared it sufficiently. Unbelievably incredible! 👏👏👏👏👏
I love how this is a hobby. Following a motor vehicle accident, I am no longer physical to how I used to be. I was a cabinet maker and also a slaughter man. Now I a desk accountant. I havey physio and gym time (before corona) but seeing these things, makes me feel great. I am considering doing this for fun as well, but sadly, I live in Australia so water and rain is very limited. Might have to find something else. Cheers mate
I must say it I watch this TH-cam channel every single night honestly it's really good to see someone that takes heart and to keep in this world flowing like a river keep up the good work my friend even in those rainy days you don't give up very inspiring I have my son watch you to learn that lesson so I thank you
I've been binge watching your older unclogging videos, and found this one (and the one before it) that I had never seen. This blockage looks as though it may have started as a beaver dam, and then a torrential rain may have floated the larger logs over. Great video!
I'm glad you found that prybar combo. For some time I was wondering if you were ever going to acquire one. It looks to have good heft to it as well. Here's a thought... Keep a length of rope in your car, unless you already have one there. It ban be used to pull on a large branch from a better footing if pulling by hand is giving you too much grief. Here's hoping you continued success!
I thought you were already such a wholesome person from clearing drains but hunting frogs and not wanting to kill them just made you so much more wholesome lol
When he was done- Me: "Man, all that dirt is so unsightly, and it didn't let it all flow right." post 10: "I'm back here the next day, today I brought a shovel. I'm gonna try to get rid of as much of that dirt as I can. 'Cause I did not feel right leaving that there." My man! :D
Hey. I just subscribed today. I like your simple unedited videos. I keep them on auto play and let them fill my house with easy listening water trickles as I go about the day. Thanks. Keep them rolling! 👍
Agreed on virtually all your points - a) this *should* have been done and b) can't believe it wasn't done! >.< The culvert was put in place for a reason. Let's not second guess the engineers. You are doing an admirable service 😊 There is no need to second guess yourself. 😊 Awesome video btw. I *did* wonder how much water was being held back. And when you panned backwards ... LOL. Yup. This was a previous beaver dam. No wonder it was such a big job. It must have been _very_ satisfying 😁 ... I could tell when you took the shovel to the remainder of the dam. (I definitely enjoyed this part 2 😊)
Lol. You seem to just love playing in the water and the mud while doing something useful. Happy that you found something you enjoy doing. Thank you for the videos. Really enjoy them. Gos bles
It has been nearly a year since you put up this video. Have you gone back to see how things are now? Great work you did on this one. You have so much power and determination. Lots of respect for all you do.
If you're interested in a fast cutting folding saw, I can certainly recommend this one - Silky Professional Series BIGBOY 2000 Folding Landscaping Hand Saw Extra Large Teeth 356-36. It's lightweight and fast cutting.
The broom you found is a switch broom for cleaning snow, ice and debris out of railroad track switch points. A lot of times they were carried in cabooses and on locomotives.
You should start a group to get volunteers to help you with the big jobs. I’d help/volunteer and help you if I lived nearby..... Great work and as always, stay safe!!!
oh thank god you came back to shovel the mound of cobbed up dirt off of the culvert entrance. was giving me anxiety, even though the water flow would've eroded it away... eventually. edit: oh, and hone your shovel! having it be nice and sharp makes root cutting a lot easier. ;)
10:30 For a second or two, I didn't realise you'd cut to the *other* end of the culvert, so I was like, "WOW! He really cleaned that up; you wouldn't be ashamed to have that as a fireplace in your living room." XD
When Primitive Technology starts building culverts, this guy will be there to make sure it works. Imagine those two teamed up. Unstoppable forces of nature.
One wears boots for support around the ankles, you needed an axe to chop the left side dirt and roots, Boots also give one balance and stability when working, especially around loose footings--God Bless-in part two you were ready to work --tool wise
You should invest in a come-along. You could use it to help you move the heavier stuff so you don’t hurt your back and can keep saving the East Coast from flooding.
True heroes remain in the shadows to pay their good deeds to society. Post, like my respect for your work ethic inspires me, as a marketing agent. Keep it up, sir.
I have been watching your channel for years now, and I have enjoyed watching you evolve. From broom to trusty rake. Your ethics, tenaciousness, and love of the environment is award worthy.
Man, it's really nice to just hear you talk about whatever while the water drains.. Can't really explain why, but I think it's nice when you show the water level going down
We have youtubers out there “I’m funny and I quit my job to do TH-cam full time, please donate to my patreon so I don’t have to go out and get a real job.” And then there’s post 10 who is out unclogging culverts with out proper safety equipment and people are begging him to set up a patreon so we can donate to him so he can be safe but just keeps going out and doing it anyway.
Beaver: Bet you can't unclog this one.
post 10: Hold my beer.
Hold my camera
😂😂😂
Hold my jello cup with a 1000F degree steel ball in it.
What type of beer?
Iron rider expensive beer 😂😂😂
Your city, county, state and the railroad all owe you a debt of gratitude. I still want to start a fund to get you a backhoe !
I work on the railroad and people don't realize that this type of thing can save our lives. Floods are the worst 👍
A simple pick axe would cut down on work time greatly.
Add on a water jet cutter
But it’s much more rewarding to do it by hand. ❤️
"It was fun to do; and it was helpful to do" -- your autobiography right there, Post10. Fine job!!
Watching this channel is so satisfying... Altruism, enthusiasm - also informative and inspiring... Thank you.
Excellent job man, you moved a mountain of debris and mud. A huge thumbs up to you for doing this 👍
I've watched almost all of your videos now. You're a really interesting and intelligent guy. I admire the passions behind your hobbies! You're truly knowledgeable. I hope all of your public service gets you big karma points! Keep the videos coming! :)
That broom is a railroad switch broom. It is used for cleaning switches of snow and ice.
That right ,work 40 years on railroad.
@@Leo-qw1dv I have 18 years at the RR
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!! I'm a tool guy and when I see something I haven't seen before I just have to know what it is and more about it.
I was searching Google like crazy trying to figure this out and then I decided to scroll down and Boom!!, there was your post.
Now my mind can be at ease. Thanks to all you railroad workers, I now have knowledge of something I didn't know before.
Bambam NJ you are most welcome 👍
Somewhere downstream someone is surprised how much water suddenly is in the stream!
Or upstream a pond is going empty😂
Do you plan around the increased downstream flow, post 10?
Brandon Church If the debris is left it can cause much worse damage then a short surge of water. More people should be thanking him, he is a good citizen/human! I like that his hobby also saves the tax payers money. City/state repair lists are never ending.
@@PartiallyNumb I took all of these comments as being humorous.
@@TheMidasable downstream is the responsibility of Post 11.
Our cities need more conscientious people like you. Properly maintained drainage is critical to our infrastructure and safety.
Post 10 you have me looking at storm drains to see if there debris covered now
As I was driving home from the office yesterday, I scanned part of my commute that normally floods during rain, and I think I saw a clogged drain. I may need to clean it on my lunch break...
@@PelemusMcSoy And, got it cleaned yet?
@@Brabant076 I did!
...and it seems to have gotten clogged up again!
@@PelemusMcSoy Sounds like a typical Post 10 video to me lol.
LOL you know you are lost when you start carrying a rake in the car at all times.... 😂
this channel it the best, it takes my head to a totally different place, it makes me so happy when those culverts are unclogged, you do a really beautiful job i wish i could help
Give this man a medal... Somewhere, theres an individual seeing a clogged drain in the street, outside their window not giving a shit, calling the city instead of just taking 5 minutes of the day to kick the lutter of the grid......
I think that’s changing. Some people r trying to unclog in their city.
Your channel is a pleasure to watch! And I've become so much more aware of the blocked drains around my city in this very wet spring and summer here in the mid-west.
I love the way you always look and make sure that it's not trying to reclog as you clean it out. You do a wonderful job on each and every job you do. Thank you for caring so much about the natural flow of life and nature.
Man I am amazed at your progress on all of that packed dirt and sticks!! Great job!!!
That granite tunnel fronted by the concrete is wonderful. And just think if you didn’t go to clean it out nobody would ever see it or remember it and the beauty it shows would be forgotten.
It's not just that he unclogs drains and culverts. It's that he is so meticulous and detailed and does them with pride and excellence. Doing more than necessary.
Thank you for what you do. Nobody else would do what you do. What a great person you are. Keep it up.
I love your machete-shovel, it works great! now i have spent over 6 hours watching you cleaning drains , you are awesome sir
Those style brooms are super common around the railroad. The metal spike on the end is good for chipping ice out of switches.
Chipping out a switch is the worst part of railroading by far lol
I've also seen them on Old Farms for mucking out stalls you can get the chunks in the corners with the back Spade
@@CanadianCruisin u ain’t lying only part I hate doing lol
@@bassfishing71 bust out the blasters lol
@@CanadianCruisin id rather dig out timbers by hand all night than deal with switches
Turn subtitles on at about 1:45; the flowing water gives you an applause!
More at 11:54
One man, one rake, one mission; to drain the ocean.
11:25 Spends time the previous day clearing the blockage then returns the next day because he don't think he cleared it sufficiently. Unbelievably incredible! 👏👏👏👏👏
Your videos fascinate me, I appreciate you making them & the sound of the water typically in the backgrounds is so soothing 😁😁 Have a great day
I’ve been watching you for hours, i just enjoy watching the water drain, plus you sound like a kind person and that’s nice to listen to
Someone start a go fund me page to kit this guy out with tools. Great job
Breaker bar?!
I love how this is a hobby.
Following a motor vehicle accident, I am no longer physical to how I used to be.
I was a cabinet maker and also a slaughter man. Now I a desk accountant.
I havey physio and gym time (before corona) but seeing these things, makes me feel great.
I am considering doing this for fun as well, but sadly, I live in Australia so water and rain is very limited.
Might have to find something else. Cheers mate
These videos are almost hypnotic. Good stuff! Keep 'em coming!
Your videos are my favorite one
I really enjoy seeing them
Thank you so much for making them
Especially in these times
🙂❤👍
It's called a switch broom used by railroads to keep track switches clean.
I must say it I watch this TH-cam channel every single night honestly it's really good to see someone that takes heart and to keep in this world flowing like a river keep up the good work my friend even in those rainy days you don't give up very inspiring I have my son watch you to learn that lesson so I thank you
*Outfit of the day*
Shoes: Crocks
Clothes: cheap yard sale pants. T-shirt and elegant neon reflection best
Accessories: gorgeous neon gloves. Knee brace, baseball cap. 1 *Badass rake*
I'm curious what the drained swamp is going to look like in a year when it adjusts to the lower water level.
Too do all that work by hand and on your own, you deserve some kind of reward for your work.
I had wondered where all the water in my favorite fishing spot went....lol.. no seriously, great job keeping the drains working.
I've been binge watching your older unclogging videos, and found this one (and the one before it) that I had never seen. This blockage looks as though it may have started as a beaver dam, and then a torrential rain may have floated the larger logs over. Great video!
The mayor should give this guy an award, and a job in the public works department.
A young man clearly enunciating the English language. How refreshing.
Sometimes it seems a come along would be handy. I've seen several where it would seem so...great job!
You’re a hard working, tireless dude. Kudos.
Waters running pretty clear!
I'm glad you found that prybar combo. For some time I was wondering if you were ever going to acquire one. It looks to have good heft to it as well. Here's a thought... Keep a length of rope in your car, unless you already have one there. It ban be used to pull on a large branch from a better footing if pulling by hand is giving you too much grief.
Here's hoping you continued success!
Clearing all that dirt away was so satisfying!
Can you do a Q & A? I love your videos, it’s like sound therapy.
I thought you were already such a wholesome person from clearing drains but hunting frogs and not wanting to kill them just made you so much more wholesome lol
When he was done-
Me: "Man, all that dirt is so unsightly, and it didn't let it all flow right."
post 10: "I'm back here the next day, today I brought a shovel. I'm gonna try to get rid of as much of that dirt as I can. 'Cause I did not feel right leaving that there."
My man! :D
Dude is awesome
I want to get him a mattock instead of the shovel he went back with. He could have used it.
Keep up the great work post...loved the video!
That broom you found, is to clean out the switches from snow and ice for the railroad tracks
Hey. I just subscribed today. I like your simple unedited videos. I keep them on auto play and let them fill my house with easy listening water trickles as I go about the day. Thanks. Keep them rolling! 👍
Never realized how useful an entrenching tool would be for clearing blocked culverts until I saw this.
“A lot of water snakes out here.”😱😬😳
YAY! I ALWAYS WORRIED YOU LEFT THE TRASH! Glad you clean that stuff up!
Agreed on virtually all your points - a) this *should* have been done and b) can't believe it wasn't done! >.<
The culvert was put in place for a reason. Let's not second guess the engineers. You are doing an admirable service 😊 There is no need to second guess yourself. 😊
Awesome video btw. I *did* wonder how much water was being held back. And when you panned backwards ... LOL. Yup. This was a previous beaver dam. No wonder it was such a big job.
It must have been _very_ satisfying 😁 ... I could tell when you took the shovel to the remainder of the dam.
(I definitely enjoyed this part 2 😊)
That was another awesome video!! You made a tremendous difference it that culverts effectiveness.
Does your merchandise sell?
Wow that wus bad... I feel the railroad needs to put you on payroll ASAP bro! 👍🤘
Great job clearing that mess
ARE YOU DOING THIS IN HALFSHOES??? DUUUDE... setup a patreon and get yourself some proper gear... mate...for real !!!!
This would be a youtuber I'd donate some money to for some help but only if he is in need of it
I was today years old when I learned you can use a metal shovel that way. Thanks!
Lol. You seem to just love playing in the water and the mud while doing something useful. Happy that you found something you enjoy doing.
Thank you for the videos. Really enjoy them.
Gos bles
God bless
It has been nearly a year since you put up this video. Have you gone back to see how things are now? Great work you did on this one. You have so much power and determination. Lots of respect for all you do.
Some say those walls are made of cement...others just take it for granite! (pun = granted)
Is it just me or is watching him unclogging sewer systems kind of of satisfying🤩
Also a small youtuber....trynaa hit a 100 subs before school
@blue dog lol ok
You are so awesome for doing this, it’s very inspirational! Keep up the fantastic work 👍
If you're interested in a fast cutting folding saw, I can certainly recommend this one -
Silky Professional Series BIGBOY 2000 Folding Landscaping Hand Saw Extra Large Teeth 356-36. It's lightweight and fast cutting.
Does not help my fear of being sucked down a hole to a watery grave...must be why I keep watching! Love ur clips x
The broom you found looks like the ones they use on railroads for clearing snow and ice from switches. I could be wrong.
Post10 has a great soul. He felt he should return to do more work… not many like him.. we all appreciate you…
Happy New Year...please keep taping!!! Love the vids!!!
watching these makes me wonder if something similar can be done for my town, baton rouge, we flood with nearly every big storm now and its a problem
amazing job! well done at sorting it out! superb!
The broom you found is a switch broom for cleaning snow, ice and debris out of railroad track switch points. A lot of times they were carried in cabooses and on locomotives.
You should start a group to get volunteers to help you with the big jobs. I’d help/volunteer and help you if I lived nearby.....
Great work and as always, stay safe!!!
@Linda Pietrasz and how is your comment even remotely related to my comment?
@Linda Pietrasz you’re still not making sense. Think about it. It would very easy for him to get volunteers. He’s not invisible and can be found.
@Linda Pietrasz yeah the truth I’m speaking of will make you hit yourself on the forehead in “what was I think Linda”.
@Linda Pietrasz exactly!
Great job! 👍🏻🏆 You deserve a real trophy, but that's the best I can do. 😀
You should run for drain commissioner of your county.
i subscribed when you moved that big, rotting log and the water just rushed past.
Libertarian dream, “Town lays off entire highway department after man cleans all culverts, rebuild bridges and cuts new roads...” 😃
If I were a City Manager, I would hire you in a HEARTBEAT!
I bet he dreamed about that culvert and how he was gonna get the debris out of the way. 😆
Ur my hero. I luv ur channel. U deserve a Trophy.
Part 1 I said someone owes u $300. Now it's $500.
oh thank god you came back to shovel the mound of cobbed up dirt off of the culvert entrance. was giving me anxiety, even though the water flow would've eroded it away... eventually.
edit:
oh, and hone your shovel! having it be nice and sharp makes root cutting a lot easier. ;)
Sterling job !!
10:30 For a second or two, I didn't realise you'd cut to the *other* end of the culvert, so I was like, "WOW! He really cleaned that up; you wouldn't be ashamed to have that as a fireplace in your living room." XD
very entertaining watching during third uk lockdown 2021 !
Same, only im in ireland. Isn't this guy fantastic?!?
Am loving all these videos, so satisfying
When Primitive Technology starts building culverts, this guy will be there to make sure it works. Imagine those two teamed up. Unstoppable forces of nature.
you already know im here to get my fix 😂😂 keep grinding bro 💯💯
Great job . keep up the good work.
Someone has to tell this great guy that a proper pair of rubber boots and a rough working trouser would help him a lot.
The local municipality would be lucky to have you on their payroll.
One wears boots for support around the ankles, you needed an axe to chop the left side dirt and roots, Boots also give one balance and stability when working, especially around loose footings--God Bless-in part two you were ready to work --tool wise
Maybe not the perfekt shoes for the job. :)
Nice Video. Keep up the good work
Someone got to introduce him “dirty jobs mike Rowe” he would be happy
This man is one of the great artists of our time.
Post 10;- The Beaver Vendettas.
😂👍🏻 love these. Keep doing what you do mate.
Start a gofundme to buy tools to help clear the drains
You should invest in a come-along. You could use it to help you move the heavier stuff so you don’t hurt your back and can keep saving the East Coast from flooding.
You’re so awesome and i don’t even know your name
True heroes remain in the shadows to pay their good deeds to society. Post, like my respect for your work ethic inspires me, as a marketing agent. Keep it up, sir.
What a great Samaritan