It's starting to feel like home. Making progress at the new Homestead
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I’ve never had bear meat 🥩 before is it tasty like beef is?
Not sure how much 8 oz would look like
Thanks for the chaga Shawn, I received it today - speedy delivery!
The chunk you was cutting from how much is that.
Good question. I’ll show it in another video.
I should be helping my sister lay a floor..... BUT ..... Shawn is on! By the way, sister is 76 and I am 74..... this should be a hoot with us doing this floor but Shawn motivated me
Ms. Rose, you and your sister are an inspiration for everyone who reads your comment ..😊 May that floor lay down easily for you both. ❣️
You go girls!
....wear a Helmet!
Had to think about me and my sister while reading your comment. Haha. We are also 2 years apart and I can see us laying a floor at that age. Bless you and your sister!!! 🧚♀️
Does it count if you didn't mill your own lumber from trees you felled in your own yard though? :P
Not many people have the mental fortitude that you possess to do what you’re doing. You’re drive and ambition is inspiring. After watching you spend years building and establishing your old homestead, and then have to see you give it all up and start over, was truly heartbreaking. I would have probably given up and gone back to my old life. I’ve been a fan from beginning, and look forward to following you on your new journey.
Seems the way things are developing worldwide, Shawn would be the new generation pioneer along with the thousands others breaking those chains that bind one to their job and under a mortgage. Fair thee well.🙏
Be very careful of Cali in the streams with ice covering. My friend lost his Dog when it was swept under the spring ice in a brook. Stay safe.
He looks indifferent to many things to be honest.
That is a scary thought, good to know
I must say. I watch every minute of the commercials. As an engineer, artist and entertainer, you deserve every dime earned.
I hope the new cabin is a lot bigger than the last cabin. More room for your family, when they visit.
I think the sauna would likely make a great guest house.
more room = more content for us :D
@@crimsonjennifer Yeah me too but it's on the old property.
I think Shawn mentioned once it WILL be smaller, but more outbuildings.... we'll see....
@@Seminolerick Smaller? Really? Yikes. I don't see why he'd do that.
Calie appears to be loving the spring weather doesn't she. She grooming herself quite often to help remove that winter coat. Your living in paradise my friend.
I'm guessing you've built the new cabin a million times in your head and anxious to get started.
Looking forward to seeing your progress.
Have a great weekend Shawn
Hi Shawn: I hope you build your new
cabin bigger and better with a few
essentials for your dear wife to feel
more at home in the wilderness! It's
lovely site you have picked for your-
selves! Good luck!
I am so enjoying this. Your new homestead looks better than the other. At 76 I still wish I were there to help you. I can't walk anymore so I enjoy watching you. Being a sculptor I appreciate your work and creativity. I pray that you stay safe.
God bless you, Mother.
It's so good to see you back! I'm so glad you found a more isolated area for yourself and your family to feel safe and not bothered. I don't blame you I would be the same. You did the right thing and moving and I support your channel 100% and what you do is so awesome Thank you
Absolutely! What’s more important is that Cali is safe and happy.
Dorene I just started watching this channel. Safe from what. Or at least point me in the direction of the videos. Thanks. This is very relaxing. It's what me an an old buddy wanted to do 40 years ago. Now I'm a little to old I think. But it brings back good memories
I’m Verlene from Guyana in South America, and I’ve been looking at your channel since you started your journey with Self Reliance. Your construction of the outdoor cooking areas, your main cabin improvement and updates, everything you have managed to create to make your existence adaptable and convenient for you and your family. Congratulations on all you have achieved thus far.
That is such a better home site then the old cabin.. looking out over that open field I expect there will be plenty of game in that area too.
Hoping you make the size of the cabin larger, women need more room my wife says.
These man’s videos give me so much peace. Thanks for sharing your lifestyle
Brought back memories of when I was in my 20's and built log cabins for a living. I was the log peeler using a draw knife just as you were doing.
Hey Burnik, How long would it take to peel the average log after yeah got good with the draw knife?
@@QuewithQ I am now 62 and that was when I was in my mid 20's but guessing it took maybe a half-hour, maybe I am dreaming and it was 45 min. as you had to roll it, but I also had a crane and put them on sawhorses, which was easier than doing it on the ground like Shawn. My draw knife was maybe 10 to 12 inches, so a bit shorter than Shawns. We also sanded our logs with a power sander. I do remember that the butt end of the log kind of sucked as the bark was much thicker. We used mostly red pine. Hope I answered your question. :)
I've peeled logs using a sharp round point shovel. It gives you good leverage and is easier on the arms and back. Spring is the best time to peel when the sap is running.
Queueing with Q I recall it took me about half a day, or two logs a day when I was a rookie peeling similar sized Douglas Fir logs.
Cali is the happiest dog I've ever seen!!! She loves her life!!!❤
Outdoor wood stove was from the other cabin. Pretty hard getting rid of that Vermont Castings stove eh! Been efficiently heating my cabin for over 40 years.
Cali sure is living the sweet life, isn't she? Enjoying your channel, as always.
You look sweet Cindy
Hello from France, just wanted you to know your videos have been a major inspiration over the years and made me realize I wanted to make a career change and start working in construction, so I started a training in stone masonry and I'm loving it. I built a nice garden shelter with wood too last summer. Your content is amazing and will keep inspiring people all over the world, so thank you and best of luck with your new projects :)
That’s great!
Best of luck with your new projects in France too😊🐝❤ from Tennessee USA
You seem to have a French name, how is your English so good??
@@nicolab2075 because I used to work as a translator ;)
@@MrToadization Ah. I spent many years learning French. I'm competent, but nothing like as fluent as you seem to be 😊
A rich life is the sound of a rushing stream, leaves rustling in the wind a crackling fire, a warm, smart loyal dog and ....self reliance.
Exactly. 😊🇨🇦
These videos are so relaxing, that I'd bet my resting heartrate drops 10 points while watching them.
I put this on every night before sleep. The man is living my dream.
@@MrJugsta me too
It is very relaxing
You learn so much!!
When I see you carving a home out of this wilderness, I then start to believe I too can conquer the tasks before me
I swear you have the happiest dog on the planet Shawn,I love your new location and wish you and yours the very best.Your journey is a joy to watch,thank you for sharing it with us x
So calm and methodical. So intelligent. And handsome too! Such a good heart. A dedicated and hard worker. Amazing man. I would have loved to have been with a man like this when I was younger. I am 65. Won't find a man like this now. Impressive.
Love your quiet intelligence and wonderful views! Cali is an awesome companion❣️
"I'm here almost forever..." GOOD FOR YOU!!!!
Haha...glad Cali didn't chase the Moose this time. Glad things are coming together for you. The look Cali gave you when she stepped and sunk down in the snow, when she was across the creek. Like "you didn't see that, did you?" LOL
Seeing Cali in that stream makes my arthritis ache. And follow that with a snow bath....I shiver!!!but she’s enjoying life! Stay safe Shawn and Cali.
@@collienbordner5181 one of Our dogs does this all the time.
Last year he tried to break the ice on a water basin to jump in it. I screamed NO. Well he came home with icicles all over his fur.
You will always be there, forever, Shawn.
You tricksy devil - placing a nature montage towards the beginning of your brilliant video...such beauty. And I love your channeling Sir David with the quick moose tutorial: is there nothing you cannot do...? The Renaissance rang and asked if you could travel back in time and teach them a thing or two. Thank you for sharing your amazing life.
J'ai adoré vos voisins et votre intervention devant la caméra en catimini, pour ne pas les effrayer..bravo Cali..c'est tellement agréable de vous voir évoluer, bâtir votre vie à la force de vos poignets, Cali est tellement heureuse à vos côtés, libre..💚💙
Hello Shawn,
It is great to hear that the new property is starting to feel like home and good to see you are starting to setup a temporary outside kitchen... All very positive steps...
Have a great weekend.
Paul,,
Hey Shawn, have you ever thought about a second puppers, so Cali has a playmate when you're working? I always love having at least two animals, it's more entertaining than any movie or tv show, lol.
It is good to see the progress you are making, you seem to be happier than you have been in months.
25:16 Does it for me! That roasted, toasty meat, even though I've never had bear! It does look yummy my friend! Blessings upon blessings for the KNOWLEDGE you share with the world ⭐️ 🌱
This is my favorite RUclips channel... I can't wait for your vids to come out I've been watching you a long time and support your decision to start over. your a very strong willed person and extremely driven and it's a pleasure to watch.... keep up the excellent work and vids...🇨🇦👍
I told my 87 year old Pop about your videos and now he watches them too. When he visits, I told him we'd have a cup of tea or coffee with you and watch your videos.
You are truly a very skilled man and hard working. God bless you and your family always. Be safe.
In North Maskchigan - Elk Scratch up the bark of maple clumps, in February ...
to lick up the Spring Sap Flow. We found that quite awesome.
Thanks, I wasn’t aware of the fact that the elk did that.
@@coolgrandma4952 my son and I didn’t until we took some Deep Forest land walks w/our 2 dogs.
I’ve learned so much about the dominance of Plants over ea other and so many things buy just looking and watching nature.
@@davemi00 We are in NW Ohio and we have no elk here but we have seen quite a few in different Natl. Parks. Beautiful animals. I love being outdoors, camping, hiking, just taking a walk, watching birds, gardening, and mowing lawn. Nature is my happy place.
Happy to say that it has rubbed off on our kids also.
They say he who hesitates is lost. I don’t think you will ever be lost. Glad you moved on to this wonderful place. Good luck.
Thanks again for another thoughtful, beautiful, informative, interesting video. ( Guess you can tell that I loved it!). I never tire of watching any of your videos from both of your channels. And precious Cali, she is so beautiful and brings a smile to my face every time. Right before 30 minutes in and she picks up her toy, I love it. Thank you again for bringing this joy and peace into our lives.
What a lovely comment. 💕❤️
It's amazing how quickly you've got it looking like a homestead even though you haven't even started on your cabin! Love these vids.
If the creek near your cabin is running all year you could envisage to have a hidraulic ram or a solar pump to have water where you need it (garden, shower, kitchen etc) which would free you to do more.
Running water also brings to mind perhaps with a small dam the possibility of generating electricity for the workshop.
Shawn, could we please get some closure footage of the old property. I have been following so long I feel like the leaving was so abrupt from the old homestead. It is probably just me getting attached I cannot imagine some sort feelings after the last 4-5 years spent building just to walk away. Anyone else have nostalgia?
For sure. I filmed something yesterday and will again tomorrow, upload next Friday
What is the reason for this move?
Look back at videos from a month ago. A road Shawn didn’t think was going to be put in is going to be put in now making his old property not what he wants. So like any man/ women who doesn’t like his situation. He changes no matter what
@@wolfpackmanko0668 Tell the entire story. That's the least of the reasons why left.
Well the people and the intrusive neighbors are at the top of the list but Shawn explains much better that’s why a person should get the story from Shawn.
Just see the title, I feel so happy for you and your family. All the best, stay safe and sound!
When I see Cali messing about it brings total joy to me during these depressing uncertain times.... Total joy ❤️
Thank you for taking the time and effort to bring us along on the new chapter. Great to see you enjoy the moments of bear lunch and the beauty around you. The joy comes through .Stay safe brother.
Love to see Cali playing in the snow..she seems to really enjoy it.
I envision you making a staircase down to the creek in the near future. Very happy about your progress in this new chapter. Thanks for having us all along for the adventure and all the best.
Nah... he'll have a stream powered , reversible escalator, given enuf time & motivation...lol
You’r lifestyle speaks to my imagination ! We live in europe, the netherlands .. a Tiny country with so many rules and restrictions ..
Anyway.. we love to look at your adventures together with your dog!
Good weather coming Mr. James , Hang in and Take care Thanks for sharing.
You've chosen a perfect season for the build of the new cabin, the homestead, Shawn. To wait for the thawing and melting of winter, seeing the soil appear, the tree stumps, knowing you're able to begin digging and laying the foundation, wow, I fully understand how you chose the title of this video. The condition of winter moving into spring, now, seems to be a proper welcoming gesture to you and the family. And I'm sure you and the family deserve such a welcome, by what seems to offer you a beautiful variety of natural landscape, forest, stream, some boggy lowland, wildlife and fish providing food, a well to drink from.
The curiosity for how you may make the new cabin more wife friendly has me on the edge of my seat. More rooms from the start and the porch planned from beginning is my best guess. Can’t wait to see the foundation and then watch it raised.
Cali is like a wild bear...🤗 so accustomed to the cold she even enjoys a freezing brook bath 👍🙏
I'm so excited to hear this one & it's 53 minutes too! What a treat!
I'm hoping to move soon...I understand what you mean about neighbors...🙄
It’s so incredible to watch and see how much you know, and it’s a lot. Maybe one day you will write a book when you’re not so busy. Every now and then I get a little nervous watching you because you move so fast. That tree fell part way to the ground and then it thumped on down and it seemed close to your toes. It’s so much fun to watch you. Thank You for sharing your creativity and hard work with us. 💖
Great video, suddenly there is so much that you need to do. We are excited with you. Thanks for sharing your journey.
I grew up in New Mexico. Your activities have brought wonderful memories back of my Dad and i
Great to see things coming into shape. Enjoy the coming warm weather!
What happened to your old House
@@maruthihasthajyotishyavaas6474 crazy neighbours.
Ontem encontrei este canal, eu não falo Inglês mas era um vídeo sem som, apenas vc construindo uma cabana. Tenho depressão, há anos eu não dormia bem, depois do vídeo dormi, não tive pesadelos. Amei os teu vídeos, muito obrigada 🙏 🇧🇷 Brasil.
Feliz por você, Aparecida!
Even more beautiful then your other place
The move was an inspiration. Never settle because of sunk cost. Deferred gratification is gold. Happy to see it coming together!
I still remember the first video of yours I saw by chance. At the cabin alone with Calie in an ice storm. Ive been hooked ever since.
Yeah we've all been brainwashed with ya.
I think there is some subliminal messaging happening that keeps reeling us all in!
I would build a green house first. You would be protected from the weather, can sleep in there,
grow plants, put your cooking stove in there. Might give you a different perspective for your cabin.
Shawn you can never delete trichinosis cooking your pork, with It developers as arthritis forming around fingers and muscle tissues aches etc. I’m not a doctor but I don’t eat pork etc. all my life & yes plant base food is the answer to all ailments mostly. 🌺🙋🏻♀️Hawaii
this is the most relaxing time I have online thanks
Love how happy Cali is when she went into the water. Then rolling around happily in the Snow. I'm excited Enjoying so much watching as you build again.
Calie is a brute. Toughest dog ever!
Oh yes, definitely feels like home for Shawn & Cali! Gorgeous Spring footage after clearing trees on your prime waterfront property. Family and fans super excited at your record breaking achievements. 🙏🏻👌☘️🍀
Shaun your video make me feel like a proud Canadian this land is so beautiful !!! Thank you Sir .
Its like a magical land and the contrast between seasons is almost un-real!
28:05 Talk about setting up your throne in the wrong wind lol.
What a blessing. The meditative sounds of wind water and fire. You are a very lucky man. Thank you for sharing them
I'm always disappointed when your vlog is over. I could watch for hours and hours. You have wonderful content!! Thank you for sharing ..
As I sit on my lazy boy under warm blankets watching my favorite u tuber, I shiver watching Cali in that cold water. Her tail always wagging. I love watching you create Shawn. You are my guilty pleasure. So happy that you are going to live free of nasty neighbors and work trucks going by your cabin. It’s unfortunate about your neighbor. It’s exciting that we all get to watch you build your new homestead. Consider putting the master bedroom on the ground floor. Stairs are harder as we age.
Thank you for sharing with your u tube followers.😀
I think as soon as it is practicable to do it, I would build a set of stairs down to the stream where you get your water. It will save your legs and be safer. We had a tent camping site we used every year for weeks of trout fishing and deer hunting. The river bank was nearly vertical and we dug steps in the gravel bank parallel with the bank and used saplings for support and leveled for a level step for carrying water up from the spring that flowed into the river. What a difference it made. Watching you reminded me of it. How you design it is up to you but I guarantee it will make your life easier.
Man that new property looks amazing Shawn 👍🏻
there shawn is gettin a start on his cabin !.... i been trying to get started on my cordwood cabin for a bout a year and he does it in one video...
I like the longer video so thank you.
Wow, what a compilation this video was! When watching your videos, I often think how wonderful the aromas must be! The chopping of trees, the food, campfire, etc. ♥️
Energy of this new land seems better than the last!
@@Adirondacks4me good point
Hi Shawn and of course Cali, As soon as I saw the old blue stove it brought back so many pleasant cabin memories for me. As always God bless you and your family.
Thanks my friend another great video from Wilderness Love these long videos
Whoever does the guitar here is great for what your doing.
Dandy good video Shawn. Cali is such great company; never too far off, quiet and sensible. You have brought her along very nicely. Enjoy the spring together.
LOVE the "new homestead" location. Wow going to have an awesome huge lake! Always lovely to see Cali so happy in her "environment"
Good time to see how high river will get
Cali's much to be tired
From running around in the
Forest. Sweet lovely
Cali's.
Fascinating to see the differences between this and the initial cabin build. The smaller logs were consistent in size & finish. With these you will have less notching time but if using these as they are, will have much more weight to lift. Its going to be interesting. Good thing Cali remains on the job to supervise & make sure you stop & play for a minute now & then. So given how much you've learned, the difference in the new site & nearby clean running water, plus all the tools & having a place to keep them, the process will be unique and worth watching. Looking forward to seeing your new home develop.
Are these logs coated in spots to grow mushrooms?
@@skylarkenwood1422 the ones that are stacked by the cabin are. The ones he's peeling aren't.
Glad I’m watching this one from the beginning. Bless this new beginning.
With the tree line I'm guessing the waters gonna come up quite a bit at the creek.
It just cracks me up that Calie loves to stand in the ice cold water and roll in the snow! She doesn't have a problem with the cold!
Im glad your here. I wish much peace for you and your family. Hope you have great satisfaction with this new build. Alabama loves this channel.
I can't believe she's already wading in that cold water but then again, it's Cali time.
What a great life !
The water natural sounds of nature, the roaring creek, the wind, the steps in the snow, Cali rolling and playing in the snow is music to my ears
A spring call to nature.
It’s for sure time to come out of covid and hibernation and take a Hike
When I hear the chain saw I imagine the smell of fresh wood ! The scenery with the snow is just amazing! Looking forward to watching your next cabin progressing !
Cali is adorable, I love watching how happy she is, the whole video takes my breath away, this place looks amazing!!!
Need a sidecar on the sled for the dog.👍
Cali reminds me of my Flat Coat Retriever, I lost in 2018. He was 13 and had a stroke 3 weeks before my precious man passed away. It broke my heart losing Pup and then the blow of Mark passing about did me in. I rescue and I’ve had so many different breeds of dogs. All are special. No matter if they are Heinz 57s or purebred. Right now I have a Morkie, May. I rescued her in 2012. She’s approx 10 and lived on the streets when I finally caught her and took her in. I also have a Frenchi, name Georgia. I bought her in 2019. Her 2nd birthday was February 2nd. She didn’t come from that great of a situation either. In the past year I’ve lost 3 of my dogs. A chihuahua name Sophie. My mother’s beloved pet. She was 14. She had congestive heart failure and also kidney failure. My Black and Tan dachshund name Hank. He was 15. He passed away here at home from a sudden heart attack. He also had heart failure and was being monitored by the vet. And a rescue I took in name Rosie. She lived on the streets. Unfortunately she attacked May and nearly killed her and also had stalked one of my granddaughters. It broke my heart when the vet told me there was no way to place her with another family. Rosie was too unpredictable with children and small animals. There was no way I was going to place her unless we could find a responsible person to give her a loving home. I still feel I betrayed her. My vet told me I gave her a loving home and she had more than she would have ever had if I had not taken her in. Unfortunately in our area, there are so many abused and feral animals. Both cats and dogs. It’s heartbreaking. It’s wonderful when I see pets loved like Cali is loved. Thank you also, for all the care you take in wildlife. Many people don’t realize how much hunters contribute to the ecology and the conservation of land and wildlife. Take care and once again thank you for the wonderful videos.
Cool Shawn 🤠 . You brought out "blue boy stove. 🐕 Cali is looking good, she's growing up. I noticed you are at home 🏡. Glad to see your back at it 🤠 Shawn. ... Arkansas Clyde 🇺🇸👍❤️ enjoyed
I’d love to see Cali with a harness and a carabiner hitch where she could pull a sled with some materials on it. She’s a retriever though, and a great one at that!
Kali really is as tough as whip leather. Seeing her wading around in that frigid creek blows my mind. 🥶
That's what I have always thought about Cali!! And how she does that & not freezing to death!!
Shawn, I really hope that you find your happy days in this new cabin. I’m not going to say “I feel sorry for you because here you are with the new build. There is no place for pity. You will be happy here. Cali is such a sweet blessing to you. The sound of that chain saw and the deep blue sky is music to your ears. Please know you are thought of daily and wonder what you are up to. Happy regards...Nancy
Sending you my families my best and prayers from Pennsylvania USA. I'm so glad you're in the new spot. I wish you and your family solitude