Building Heated Raised Beds in an OFF GRID Greenhouse 🌿 Growing a Food Forest 🌿 Wilderness Garden
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- Опубликовано: 29 май 2021
- The raised beds are being built in my off grid greenhouse and will contribute to my self reliance. I'm excited to see what types of food I can grow and how productive it will be in this northern forest setting. Arctic Acres has successfully tested these greenhouses in the arctic so I am really looking forward to seeing what it can do here.
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you mentioned on the other channel how many watch for the cabin build and not so much for gardening! I'm here to say I enjoy watching you creating all the parts to a homestead equally ! I can see that greenhouse being a game changer and the sand points as well !
Awesome! Thank you!
I totally agree, as much as I enjoy learning from watching the cabin build I also like watching the gardening aspects and how it is to garden in a non-urban setting.
@@devilselbow i missed it also but it doesn’t appear to be in any hurry about it. But if i miss an episode, there episode will have the cabin build. Emily, his daughter is tight around the v corner. Time to call in favors maybe?? It just all seems so much right now. Is shawn still living in a tent? To me, this part of his life, wasn’t well planned. I came in last weekend and it still looks the same. I well I know from my own life that it takes so much time & energy. I’m glad he planted some plants. Hopefully we can watch it grow stuf
I love to watch everything you do. Thank you so much.
Without a garden, you can’t be self-reliant.
Your wife is truly blessed. You are a very talented man. One who can cook & build beautiful homes, outdoor living, WOWSER. Stay safe, & do not kill the moose.
What a guy! Stops what he’s doing to go throw Cali’s toy. Gotta love a man with a heart like that.
Grace Bowers: I think there are a lot of us women on here who are quite taken with this man. I speak as a 75-year-old so hope there is no offense taken by him or his lovely wife.
@@kmwrites7456 You are so right, and this is coming from a 60year old, who's fiercely protective of him and his family, too. I think there's a little army of us on here.
I’ve never seen anyone with more energy and determination than Shawn James.
My fianacée and I currently live in Brampton but she retires in a few months so we're selling and moving to Brockville. We're looking for a home with property. Right now our yard has a small above ground pool, screened gazebo, two large raised garden beds 4' X 24' and one 3' X 16'. We have a large currant bush for jellies and a grape arbor that provides enough fruit for at least 3 litres of moonshine brandy.
By moving out of the city, we can go bigger and better. I'd love to build my own place but at 69, not feasible anymore. But I'm living vicariously through you so my hats - yes, I have many - off to you my friend.
Your a gifted creator, design,engineer,build expert.
@Si Thank you,bro.
This greenhouse is so cool
I have one and they are very cool!
One thing I would recommend is to not put soil all the way to top of the beds. The plants grow so fast and so tall so give yourself some space for that growth. I also built a trellis to grow the cukes and the cherry tomatoes up and they are hitting the top of the dome now. Happy growing! 🌱👍
I wish he gave a better view of the layout. The running water went where. What was that hella deep hole with the white pipe for. We didn't really see the full pool for the goldfish. And how did that water relate to the water for the greenhouse. For holding the heat? Or for watering. The woodwork and beds looked great, but besides that, I had questions.
@@djneufville you asked the same questions I would have asked 🤷♀️
@@WeLsHMeLlY Shawn just want to be sure that we see the next vlog :-)
Ha, this video wasn't long enough for me, so I'm watching it a second time, and enjoying it just as much as the first time!
Haha Diane Walsh. I hit replay on ALL of Shawn’s videos and watch MSR EVERY evening before meditation and sleep. 🙏🏻🤗
They are never long enough😊
Shawn, it may be wise to use some of the soil bags to store some sawdust from the milling you're doing. You can use that for the outhouse but also to insulate your planted trees in the winter. To protect the roots from freezing.
Mans best friend for sure , great company solves being lonely.
That is one heck of a greenhouse.
Amazing Reminds me of when my husband and I bought land in WV. We worked from sun up to sunset 🌇. Hard backbreaking work. He's gone now and my body won't let me do things I use to do. My mind yes body no. I miss it. I can see why you love ve living there. So peaceful. After a hard day at work dinner ate we would just sit on the porch and do nothing but watch and listen. No talking just enjoying life. Those were the best conversation's we ever had.
I realize your extremely busy. So do what ya gotta do. An we ll see these videos when you get a chance. I really like what your doing. An looking foreward to all others.
Lovely comment 🥰
Good morning! Thanks for the update.
There is such character built when exhausting ourselves in creating a healthy, responsible life. What a contribution you make, Shawn, to your family and to the world.
That Cali girl is the best. She's got to be a blessing for you.
Thank you! As far as I'm concerned, it's one of the best on RUclips......EVER1👍🏻
Thanks!
I feel like it would be a lot better if my generation was taught how to build our own homes and find our own food. ⭐ I know that there is information online, but I feel like there is a big push to be financially wealthy... rather than wealthy in life.
Make no mistake, our host would not be able to do this had he not accumulated some wealth during his lifetime.
Shifairah, there are some big changes coming because of technology. There's currently huge investment in lab produced foods and textiles using cellular agriculture. This could mean that vast areas of land currently under cultivation could be returned to the wild.
@@markemerson8399 No lab produced food for me 😬
@@MizRuthie They say it will be more nutritional. I don't really know. It is all grown from natural cells.
Paper money, mostly, with no real backing, like gold or silver.
Hi Shawn love your content interesting channel.
Glad you enjoy it!
"Excuse me; I know you think you're doing something important, but my toy needs thrown." LOL! Shawn, you work is always not only amazing, but beautiful as well. This project is absolutely fascinating!
Not sure you realize Shawn how much of a motivational guy you are for people. Speaking personally, when I watch you and your journey it gets me going in a positive direction. You inspire me to try and do better do myself and my family. Thank you for that. I truly appreciate you and your hard work. It would be cool to meet you some day just to shake your hand. Thanks again Shawn. 💪💪💪
so excited to watch you build it all from the start! gonna be a hi light in my retirement! thx
It’s so good to see the green house/food production side of things coming together for you. Your a hard worker but never too busy to throw Cali’s toy for her. I like that, I’m sure Cali does too.
Hell of a lot of effort for food Shawn.
Those first veggies will taste so good.
Looking good.
Initially it is a lot of work, but once it is set up, it is easier. My dad was a life long gardener. I grew up eating the wonderful vegetables and fruit he grew. I have a small garden, he helped me with it into his nineties. I sure do miss him every spring.
Karen W have had a veggie garden for years, but need to do a greenhouse Karen, too many pest about, hard work, but rewarding.
Good to rib Shawn about all his efforts, does a marvellous job.😊
A professional at his best doing OUTSTANDING jobs. Look forward to more from you Shawn. God bless be safe stay warm. Jim
I laughed when I saw the goldfish, I have them in my backyard pond and have never fed them. Mosquito larvae is enough. I’d also suggest putting a couple potted lilies from a local pond will help keep algae in check
My Tennessee Walker has a goldfish in his water trough which eats all the larvae and algae.I have never fed him and he is now 12 inches long.
Plyclostomas? Those little aquarium ground feeders and algae eaters. Yes, the goldfish will help maintain pH as well as fertilize the water.
Plecostimus. I had to check spelling.
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@@shirleyanderson8441 If you click on the three dots bottom right of your comment, you can edit it.
I enjoy everything about this channel. I'm a 77 yr old Great-Gram, so this is peaceful watching for me...from the Pacific Island of Hawai'i...Aloha!!🌺
I am just here for Cali, the gardening, and the building, and the cooking, and the moose!
I have several birds chirping outside my open window and that mixes nicely with the birds chirping in the video.
I know! Just brightens the day doesn't it!
I love the nature scenes you show along with your work. Gods gift.
Wow. Heated Raised garden beds. Great idea. That should go a long way to extending your growing season. Very nice
Cali is learning about the greenhouse today.
Cali looking gorgeous!
Great video once again. Thanks
Thanks again!
A perfect day in the forest for sure! Enjoy every moment of the peace and tranquility. I just love all aspects of the self reliant homestead and am learning so much. You are certainly in no rush....that's the beauty of your lifestyle and we are enjoying the ride Shawn. Hugs to Cali. 🌲🌱
Best looking greenhouse (INSIDE) I've EVER seen, and the outside ain't too shabby either! :D
What amazing greenhouse Shawn. Next February when it's -15°C and it's +18°C in the greenhouse you think the smells of the forest in the morning is magical. Drinking your morning coffee in the greenhouse will be a Zen moment. Water In the greenhouse, you have the right soil structure. Hard sand holds and filters the water, you should get it tested? Enjoy your journey ❤️
I'm looking forward to that RUclips entry already.
Shawn in a chair drinking hot chagga or coffee. Looking at his crop whilst it's a white out outside. Cali sat next to him.
Both grinning at the camera. Living the life! 😆
I've watched you off and on for years! What you do on a daily basis is impressive. Thanks Shawn and God bless you as you continue to demonstrate manhood and Dominion over God's creation...just what you were made for...Shalom
This guy is a genius.
I'm only 10 mins in and SMH at how your skills are endless! Cali with the golden coat makes me smile every time😁. Your wildlife in this area is spectacular! Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously through your amazing videos.
😊 thanks
You are a work force of 10 rolled into 1 -YOU ! Love watching everything come to life. Thank you for sharing all this wonderful stuff. God bless
I so love that greenhouse! Can't wait to see it finished & full of veggies!
What a place to be on a cold winter day with snow falling.
The real deal for me. Not too much talking. Wonderful edits, sounds etc. I'm there with you Shawn!
That greenhouse will be a difference maker when living off-grid 👍🇵🇭
Awesome! I am learning so much from your videos.
Ok, you even find time to answer a # of your fans, you, are amazing Shawn!!! Do take care. (Fl.)
Amazing we learn lots from you wish kind of this knowledge and hard work been taught at school to young kids this is what should school focus on God bless you
Short and sweet.. it is incredible the knowledge this man possesses. 🌲
Thank you Trudy
Shawn is a big reader and he actually uses this knowledge. Never stop learning.
Most people are too lazy to aquire knowledge, they would rather let others do their thinking for them.
This man's ability is tremendous
But the reason that i can't leave this channel is cute Calli
@Shawn The name say's it all "MY SELF RELIANCE" Brotha keep up the great hard work your doing, some will say hard work and dedication pays off!!! I can almost predict the future by saying one day when your daughters have kids, and when the kids come to this place their gonna ask who built all of this and mommy gonna tell them Granddad papa and Cali built all this for you!!! Jus wanted to say a BIG thank you for letting us fans come along with your journey and for the entertainment your share Brotha......
I’ve never seen anything like it , how great it is to be able to build such a thing and utilize it awesomely … it takes one day at a time to finish what you plan oh but your sweet family with you will enjoy it long … and will inspire many others in a wonderful way …☕️❣️can’t wait to see your family enjoying it together .
You always build my booster.
Thank you sir 💙🙏
Thank you
I just wanted to say that it is always entertaining and a learning experience when I watch your video's . Cali definitely keeps you busy and sometimes its nice to have such a good friend , that don't speak , just kidding . good luck on your build , Shawn .
I screamed when I saw a new video is up!
Shawn, what a fantastic video! It is National Geographic quality! Whoever edits your video's, give them a raise! ha I didn't want the video to end. Very interesting on what you are doing on your greenhouse. I wait with anticipation on what you will plant and what you will be able to harvest from it. The plants will provide healthy delicious food for you and your family. Well done Shawn. Onward to over 2M subscribers!
Never guessed the first farm animal would be a goldfish 🐳
My potted plants are watered with aquarium water and then I top off the aquarium. Good for the fish and plants. I knew when I saw the koi what the goal was.
The goldfish will eat mosquito larvae
Wow; that's a LOT of work but it looks AMAZING!! Wouldn't expect anything less from you. Well done!!
Shawn for what my opinion is worth, I think that gardening is an integral part of self reliance, especially the way that you are doing it I feel will help many! Looking great out there! Take care and remember to drink LOTS of water!🇨🇦🌻🐾
Coffee & Cali on a Sunday morning, ahhhhhh!!! 👍☕🐕
I am really enjoying your whole build. This garden is going to be so nice for you in the cold winters. Just to get your own food and a nice warm bright place to get out of the cabin! Well done.
Love the water sounds. I’m amazed watching you screw that thing into the ground and come up with a perfectly round cylinder of soil. What? The greenhouse is fantastic! Fishies too?
love it. keep’m coming
OK, I'm on my second watch. Sunday's one, was constantly disrupted. Got my cuppa, my easy chair, a slice of fruitcake and the smells and sounds of the forest. Hey Shawn and Cali. UK.
I'm liking the new property way more than the old. Happy for you Shawn. I'm sure you'll upgrade all of the projects...like the outdoor kitchen. Can't wait to see that.
Shawn, You're like Matt Damon on Mars in that dome! I had a thought about the deer fence. Build the perimeter out of live trees. Strip them where they stand and join them together. It would be a wonky perimeter, but there would be less post hole digging. I say this as there is a 15th century Hall near where I grew up and such was the need for shelter and a defensible structure when they acquired the land that they scouted out four oaks set in a rectangle and built the hall around them. 600 years later we visited their temporary structure! Can't see your 360° view, so might not be appropriate. Like the soil heating system. Regards Stephen.
@@mircat28 They are sacrificial crops, outside the fence. No need to go in. Regards Stephen.
Will you be pumping warmed air or warmed water through the heat tubing?
That is a Cool green house I don't know anything about it, but feel relaxed inside with you and watching you build it.
Enjoyed watching Take Care!
One thing for sure your plants will be well protected, and its looking awesome
You are a very knowledgeable man not just about off grid living not just buildings but gardening as well. This is quickly turning into a lovely new homestead for you & your family. Looking forward to seeing your next chapter. Take care and stay safe 🤗
Wow, this is like a WHOLE new level of excellence.
The Greenhouse build looks close to a finish, great going about it Shawn🤠.
If you get a couple sections of black pipe you can get down 20'+ with that hand auger.
I’ve been watching you for a long time now. That green house is very impressive! Can’t wait to see what’s to come
Can’t wait to see the greenhouse adventure continue. The idea of growing in such a norther climate would be fantastic.
Wow .... your Greenhouse is so impressive!!! I love the fact that even though you live in the wilderness with all of God's beautiful creatures.... you still manage to make Everything look so professional!!!! The Gold Fish were the finished touch for me!!! I could of watched for another hour.... not kidding!!! Take care ... Be safe !!!! Looking forward to watching what you share with us next week!!! 😊
This is a WHOLE different level of homestead, Shawn. Did you ever imagine having all the resources you have via the RUclips channel?
It will be exciting to see everything come together from the start. I enjoy watching all aspects of your build and your gardening!
The prettiest raised bed I've seen!
Looks as if annoying neighbors actually did you a favor. Magnificent upgrades to your lifestyle, you will spend many comfortable years safe and sound in your new environment no matter what happens in the now crazy world.
That all good and may well be the case but I still did not like the way they ousted him from his previous homestead. I feel for the young couple that just purchased it off him I hope the man is ex SpecOps lol. ;)
@@suzannetodaro5494 Shawn himself stated that the main reason for his exit was the new road going in to a new neighbor’s house and all the extra traffic that would mean.
Seen the thumbs down, 90 at the moment, is it the old neighbours ?
That little string of golden thread in the bottom of an old purse so to speak.
@@PrimeDirective101 That's what Shawn said - it was because he was a popular youtuber, they were singling him out. My guess is, they think youtubers won't do anything crazy to deal with them, in case they ruin their reputation. But his old neighbours don't know anything about the new owners, so will tend towards caution. Don't know, who they know - you know. 😉
The songbirds in Canada were singing with songbirds in Oklahoma, USA. That was Awesome! Cardinals here. Love the Greenhouse. Brilliant!
Shawn drilled right in the greenhouse to the aquifer! Now there is a reliable source of water! Greetings from Ukraine-Kharkiv! Good luck!
omg. is there nothing you can't do? I doubt it. I love watching your videos. I am constantly amazed at your creativity and endurance.
Your clever basic add-ons are simply fabulous. Fabulous in their simplicity and will sustain you far into the future.
very important job the plants likes
Its great to follow the build of this greenhouse I have to admit I Think it is cool in the beginning I was a litle surpriced because it seems so future modern wiht this kind of solution but I Can see Now it make sence if you need a foodsurply all year long
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Insuperabile Shawn James! All Italy's waching you
We always add some cat litter to our flower beds as it is a way of releasing water back into the bed when it is starting to dry out and the plants lover a bit of clay added to the soil. It doesn't have to be fullers earth but it does help.
I'm envious of your life. Out in nature with a cool dog.
Enjoy and learn from everything you post.
You have the best forest garden in Ontario Shawn!
Shawn, look forward to seeing that hexagonal green-house in the dead of winter wondering how high the vegetation grows, the humidity and temperature. Also wonder how it compares to a traditional arch greenhouse...... Good job!
Anyone else interested in the snow load and what that might do? Or, will it be warm enough that it won’t be an issue... ?
@@trudyschaffer8016 .. from what friends have told me I think the form is helpful with all different weather concerns.
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is artistry in motion! An artist of a different kind but so amazing and talented in his own right! Thinking the fish is a very cool idea and will be a fun thing besides but knowing you they have a purpose too. Lots of moose in this location and I'm hoping Cali will watch them from afar!
She seems very happy there and continues her playing fetch and exploring. When finished your whole family will gather and celebrate what you have done and hopefully you too can kick back and enjoy.
Thx for continuing with this channel so we can once again follow your build. It's a great thing!!! Catcha again soon...
I never thought about using electrical strap like that, AWESOME.
Goldfish in the pond is a nice touch. You do a great job 👍 Cali is a doll 🙂
Love the Goldfish. Now you can fish year around!.. Can't Believe how much you have accomplished in the last two months... Amazing. Shows what dedication to a dream and hard work can achieve. Great role model for us all to achieve better "Self-Reliance"
It's good to see that rotting wood and bark etc being recycled as growing medium for your raised greenhouse beds, Shawn. Good also to hear that you don't have ticks on your property as I hear that they can give a lot of grief to long-coated dogs. Friends in New Hampshire used to have go over their big dog's coat very carefully after he'd been outside.
It's always astonishing what one man alone can do. I appreciate the hard work that you share with us. Keep up the creative way you go, a truly inspirational man. I wish I had the guts to do the same, instead, I'm sitting in front of the computer and enjoy these videos and I can relax with them. Thanks!
A Gardner's dream!
The goldfish will have to get names too!
It's really coming together so nicely! Can't wait for the next episode👍🏽