Building a cabin in the Yukon wilderness - My story

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  • Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024

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  • @lylemacdonald6672
    @lylemacdonald6672 4 года назад +8

    "Great it is to believe in a dream,
    when you stand in youth by the
    starry stream.
    But the greater thing is to fight life through,
    and to say in the end, the dream
    came true."
    You made your childhood dream come true; not many people in this world can say that. When I graduated with my Master's degree from university 40 years ago I had many dreams, one of which was to move to the Yukon and do what you are doing. With the exception of that one, all of my other aspirations have been achieved and I am quite content. For a variety of reasons a cabin in the Yukon is never going to be in the cards although I do live in the Rocky Mountains in Northern BC so I do get my full dosage of wilderness paradise. And I get to top that up with a bit of vicarious Yukon cabin life via your channel. Kind regards from a kindred spirit.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Sounds like you are pretty much living the dream Lyle! Northern BC is pretty darn close to the Yukon in so many ways beyond geography. Love that quote, I hope everyone follows their dreams!

  • @lizzieb6311
    @lizzieb6311 2 года назад +2

    Incredible story… you’re an incredible woman. I envy your strength and determination. You’re living the life you were meant to live 🙏🏼♥️

  • @kevinss9705
    @kevinss9705 3 года назад

    I have a couple of things to say. Your home is beautiful!! You done a wonderful job on it. Quit pointing out what isn't done or needs fixed. Most people wouldn't have even made it that far!! Are you warm? Do you love it?? I think it is a wonderful place!! That is your home! BE PROUD ON WHAT YOU DID!!!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад

      I am proud but it’s fine to critique yourself and push yourself to do better.

  • @johnwisnes3824
    @johnwisnes3824 4 года назад +1

    NB88 turned me on to this channel....keep up the good work... and good luck with everything

  • @lipsticklodge7526
    @lipsticklodge7526 2 года назад

    Thanx 4 the cabin walk thru! It's interesting hearing about the background of how it came about!

  • @frankt6906
    @frankt6906 3 года назад

    You should be absolutely proud of yourself.

  • @garyprater8139
    @garyprater8139 3 года назад +4

    Congratulations on the washer and dryer! Although I am pretty much a hermit and don't have much of a life I love your place. I wish I was able to live like you are living. Without the cracked window tho!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +2

      Thx Gary! I hate that window too haha. Replacing it next summer!

  • @KYLESCABIN
    @KYLESCABIN 4 года назад +5

    Love this video! I spent years dreaming and designing my cabin, but after living in it for awhile i figure out what works and what doesn't, what you need and what you can do without, etc. Very cool that you have been able to live out your dream. You have a really nice spot and a beautiful cabin. Keep the videos coming I really enjoy them!

    • @KYLESCABIN
      @KYLESCABIN 4 года назад

      Also I see the hockey net and in one of your other vids you had a hockey stick. Do you go out and shoot pucks? Or is it for something else? Haha. I was a hockey player and i think it would be kind of fun to have a little hockey area that I can go out and mess around on.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Thx Kyle! It’s true the scenery and spot helps. I could probably live in a (heated) cardboard shack here and like it.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      KYLES CABIN & WILDERNESS ADVENTURES heck yes it’s a hockey net! My other obsession. One day I’ll tell the tale of trying to make an ice rink!! 😂 You should try one! You need some downtime from working on your cabin!

    • @KYLESCABIN
      @KYLESCABIN 4 года назад +2

      @@CabinDweller haha I cant wait to hear about the ice rink! Your channel is awesome keep the vids coming it will pay off!

  • @MrPladd
    @MrPladd 4 года назад +4

    I found your channel from NB88.... I like it!!

  • @lesleyharris525
    @lesleyharris525 3 года назад

    Hi,your cabin is pretty,I know you only see the unfinished projects but as an outsider it's not the projects that we see, but the time and effort you have out into your home, only thing I could not handle would be the loo trips at night in the winter, thank you for sharing your home.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад

      Thanks Lesley! Plus it would be boring if I didn't have countless projects on the go haha.

  • @VanessaMallia
    @VanessaMallia 2 года назад

    Living the dream! Absolutely love your place. PS fix the roof leak first.

  • @jackbrown3761
    @jackbrown3761 4 года назад +2

    Nice little cabin; as, long as you are happy, don't worry about what others think. You should be proud of yourself. Keep making videos. 😃😎😇👍

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Jack! I agree, shouldn't really care what others think.

  • @carolynbotting8658
    @carolynbotting8658 3 года назад

    Stacie you have all the comforts of home, you should be so proud of yourself for what you have accomplished, the peace and serenity you enjoy daily with your dogs is priceless!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад

      It's a pretty good life Carolyn, it's my own little piece of (sometimes frozen) paradise!

  • @wilwilliamson8831
    @wilwilliamson8831 2 года назад

    You are definitely living the dream, some of us crave it but can’t due to geographical reasons 👍☺️

  • @patriciag.6395
    @patriciag.6395 3 года назад

    Moved into my log cabin three weeks ago. It was built in 2003 and never lived in, so I bought it. I have discovered I don't like painting, but have to because there's only primer on the walls. I need to tear down the outhouse (have indoor plumbing)….it's a not safe, want to build a large shed / studio. My surf kayaks aren't much use in the mountains, will be buying another kayak in the near future. Glad I came across your page.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад

      Oooh you’re in for some fun times! I did a total tear down then build up of my outhouse. Tearing it down only should be pretty easy for you. I also hope to build a shed or garage soon!

    • @patriciag.6395
      @patriciag.6395 3 года назад

      @@CabinDweller My logs are 7" rounds and flat on the inside, I was told I don't need to do anything to them....feel like I need to research this. The interior walls are sheetrock/ drywalls. I'm on Cistern water system as well, thankfully my water is delivered....my concrete water tank is 2,400 gallons and underground. Living in a cabin on side of the mountain has always been a dream of mine. After raising three sons, I'm finally living my dream at 55 years old. Having fun buying tools and learning how to use them.

  • @lindafrankw
    @lindafrankw 4 года назад +2

    Kyle recommends. I subscribed as you are humorous and portray life in very human way. I like when you point out build mistakes as we have all done those. I think in time you could have a very large following.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Thanks Linda! I try to keep it real. So true, we all do make mistakes and hopefully then learn something from them along the way!

  • @caper55
    @caper55 3 года назад

    Nice cabin love the wood splitter in the kitchen....cheers from the Cariboo :-)

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +1

      Ha, I have a miter saw in the kitchen now! 😆

  • @murrayandru7527
    @murrayandru7527 4 года назад +1

    A job well done , always going to be a work in progress.
    Relax and enjoy it you've earned it.
    I'm in envy , Take Care and Enjoy All.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      You're so right, the work never ends but I do take long breaks from it haha.

  • @laruedouglas7972
    @laruedouglas7972 3 года назад

    Love your cabin.

  • @andrewjackson9853
    @andrewjackson9853 4 года назад

    Oh man can I relate to "not completely finishing" a project. . . I see something shiny and drop what I was doing ALL THE TIME! It's a disorder or a gift, not sure which.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      HA! That describes me perfectly about the shiny things haha. Glad it's not just me!

    • @andrewjackson9853
      @andrewjackson9853 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller 🤣

  • @RockClimbinGrandma
    @RockClimbinGrandma 4 года назад +1

    Cool space! I grew up on a homestead. So no electric or phone lines. No plumbing. It was a good experience.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Oh cool, maybe that's why you're still so adventurous!

  • @lindas1496
    @lindas1496 3 года назад +1

    I am looking forward to watching your adventures.

  • @sandycummings7972
    @sandycummings7972 4 года назад +1

    It is 2.20 am here in Muskoka On.still watching,with wine of course,loving every episode xx

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Heyyyy fellow Canadian woohoo! Wine and RUclips sounds like a perfect Friday night combo!

  • @lifeoflucretia
    @lifeoflucretia 4 года назад

    Your home is WONDERFUL! It looks like an AMAZING place to live. I look forward to checking out your channel more thoroughly! Stay healthy, safe & warm. LUCRETIA-

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Thx for watching!

    • @lifeoflucretia
      @lifeoflucretia 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller Absolutely! So glad I found your channel. :)

  • @donaldparkhurst3006
    @donaldparkhurst3006 4 года назад +1

    Love your cabin, and the views are awesome!

  • @Gypsy964
    @Gypsy964 2 года назад

    I am new to your channel & find you & your cabin life amazingly interesting. Have a wonderful day 😊

  • @jc.938
    @jc.938 3 года назад

    Your design and build is outstanding as your carpentry skills has made your home become a excellent build! Give yourself a lot more credit than you currently give yourself. Look forward to your new project videos!

  • @YumCastrillo
    @YumCastrillo 4 года назад

    OMG!!! That view you get to see everyday?? 6:13 ahhh!! Beautiful!!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Yum Castrillo haha yes!! My view out the loft.

    • @YumCastrillo
      @YumCastrillo 4 года назад

      Cabin Dweller That is the best view to wake up everyday!!!!! My view is just another wall from our neighbor hahaha!

  • @yoreliseday5392
    @yoreliseday5392 3 года назад

    Hi I'm new here. Got your channel information from FB, I'm the 50 year YOUNG haha. Your content is awesome what I dream life. This cabin is perfect and your builder made it beautifully. Congratulations on your add ons making it home and inviting. I subbed I got to see more. Thanks for sharing 😊

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +1

      Welcome!!! Thx for stopping by.

    • @yoreliseday5392
      @yoreliseday5392 3 года назад

      @@CabinDweller You're welcome. Have a great weekend. 😊

  • @douglascloud4484
    @douglascloud4484 4 года назад +2

    you do a great job. good luck, you'll get there. I love your dogs

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Thanks Douglas! The dogs are awesome and so much fun. :)

  • @nuduo9255
    @nuduo9255 4 года назад

    Get some lexan or polycarbonate sheets, custom order’em to fit your windows. They go yellow after 10 years or so, but can last longer, up to 25 years with U.V films; on top of that, they are impact resistant.

  • @jedidiah5131
    @jedidiah5131 4 года назад

    As always thumbs up for the dogs...and the tour, thanks.

  • @truenorthliving9557
    @truenorthliving9557 4 года назад

    Great place... nice work. Cabin/homes are a lot of work and upkeep. Stay healthy.

  • @BigDreamsTinyBudget
    @BigDreamsTinyBudget 3 года назад +1

    You are living my dream!

  • @supernurse43
    @supernurse43 3 года назад

    Very nice

  • @raec.638
    @raec.638 4 года назад +1

    Hi, Rhonda Chandler from comments Abt Chris and the magic bus. For some reason I tht I was talking to a male species. Go figure. This tablet IAM on is not working properly. New one coming July ,7th. IAM very excited to see and hear about your life in the wild. I went through your subscribed interests. We share so many of the same interests....from Mary Vincent to Steve Earle Adam Lambert and so many more. Inxs and Paula Yates. Serial killer stories ECT. ECT and ECT. I feel like I know you! I have subscribed! Will watch every vid once my new tablet arrives. 8 dogs. Yes! I love animals and even had a pet Ewe. You are one interesting lady. Excited to hear your story! P.S. IAM Not the average 71 Yr old. I came into this world to live out loud.....and I do! Why be dull when you can be Glitzy on a Harley. This tablet... SUCKS! Later friend. Rhonda

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      HAHA! That's awesome! Funny how we assume we're talking to males on YT eh? I do the same sometimes. I guess us ladies are in the minority, that's one reason I started my channel - to reach out and bring together awesome, independent women. SUPER HAPPY you stopped by new friend! You sound awesome and hilarious!

  • @karene9131
    @karene9131 4 года назад

    Love your cabin... you are brave to take on all the finishing projects on your own! The property looks so nice...it’s good to be on a meadow so you have a view. When all you can see are trees, day after day outside the windows, it can make a person feel a bit claustrophobic! If you enjoy reading you might like the story of “The Root Beer Lady: the story of Dorothy Molter. She lived in the Boundary Water Canoe Area most of her adult life...she made root beer and gave it to the canoeists who came by...maybe she asked for donations, I can’t remember...but it was a good book. When she passed away they dismantled her cabin and it now resides in Ely, MN as a museum...very interesting to visit! Thank you so much for sharing your cabin story...people now days, more then ever, are looking for the remote lifestyle you have achieved. You are very fortunate!!!😁☀️

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      I must have missed this comment earlier! The view is awesome, I hear ya about feeling claustrophobic. I checked out that book, looks awesome. Thx for the recommendation!

  • @Mariska1983
    @Mariska1983 3 года назад +1

    Love it the way you tall everything awesome

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for stopping by Mariska!

  • @unsilencedman1070
    @unsilencedman1070 3 года назад

    This was an amazing description. Thank you for this.

  • @carmineiadeluca935
    @carmineiadeluca935 4 года назад +2

    Looking forward to seeing more of your videos. Best Wishes ! Kyle sent me 😂

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Haha! Yeah Kyle! I should give him commission, too bad I make $0! LOL

  • @Dayesleeper
    @Dayesleeper 4 года назад +1

    came here from Kyles cabin, look forward to seeing more of your channel

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for stopping by, hope you enjoy the channel!

  • @georgiapeach7832
    @georgiapeach7832 3 года назад

    Hi! Des the Hobo Traveling Nurse referred us to you. You really are tough. I do not think I could handle 25 below temps. If it gets down in the 30's I am freezing. Really liked your cabin and the country side is beautiful there. I subscribed and am looking forward to catching up with your other videos.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +1

      Woohoo awesome, thanks for stopping by! While you couldn't handle the cold, the heat kills me! I don't know how some people survive in 100+F temps.

  • @westmeathguy
    @westmeathguy 4 года назад

    Nice going! I can relate 100%. Have a great summer season!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Thanks, it's coming! Today feels spring-ish! :)

  • @HiddenSpringFarm
    @HiddenSpringFarm 3 года назад

    Cool little cabin you got there. Thought I’d check out your stuff when I saw you on Mal’s live. Beautiful place up there too eh. Lots of work to do things yourself, but I love that you DO it. Good or bad I’ve always loved the feeling of pride and accomplishment when I finish a project. We’re starting our farm stay from scratch and eventually I’ll build a few off grid cabins in our woods to rent out. Have a good one, Chad from Ontario.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for stopping by Chad! Definitely a feeling of accomplishment getting things done eh? Good luck on your farm, I'll have to check out your channel.

  • @paintitblack6728
    @paintitblack6728 4 года назад

    How terrific is this! Subscribed. Sisters are doing it for themselves !

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Heck yes!!! Thx for joining in on the fun!

    • @paintitblack6728
      @paintitblack6728 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller Thank You ! Looking forward to future videos Autumn here {Sydney Australia} temps going down Although I have never experience living / working in below zero temps and snow, so I don't wanna even say it's cold.or chilly lol. I think you're great buying your land building your own home, Fantastic. :)))

  • @sometimesitjustbeesthatway3070
    @sometimesitjustbeesthatway3070 4 года назад

    Hey Cabin Dweller. That’s some beautiful surroundings. Nothing wrong with a out house. My grandmother had a two seater. She was up town. Lol!!!

  • @odonnellsaussiehomestead8257
    @odonnellsaussiehomestead8257 4 года назад

    So your inspiration is beer😎👍 I was in the yukon 2 years ago loved it ,but is was spring!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Wow that's wild you were here recently. Spring is amazing! Coming soon.

    • @odonnellsaussiehomestead8257
      @odonnellsaussiehomestead8257 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller take care with this virus around.
      Thanks for dropping over

  • @boonebites7971
    @boonebites7971 4 года назад +1

    That is absolutely amazing!

  • @birdwatcherjean6293
    @birdwatcherjean6293 3 года назад

    Looks great, good on you for doing so much by yourself! Mistakes are just part of the learning process :)

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад

      Thx Jean, I love learning new things and tackling new skills!

  • @YumCastrillo
    @YumCastrillo 4 года назад +1

    Wow.. I get to learn more about Canada by watching this video! (Also, nice to know you’re from Alberta! One of my dream destination just to see what’s there! Haha)

  • @LittleChena
    @LittleChena 4 года назад

    Just found your videos. Love them. Laughed more than I should have.
    Alaska here, I also live alone in a Cabin (dry), have dogs (10) and really, really and mean really like axes.
    Unfortunately I’m not talented enough to make interesting videos even my daily survival stories are for sure entertaining for others.
    So I’m very pleased I found your channel. Keep it up ... you are really good.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Welcome fellow cabin dweller and dog musher!! I’m sure you have tons of great stories too. You get it... thx for watching!!

  • @tomg8187
    @tomg8187 4 года назад

    nice to see your cabin … well theres enough room to build a new cabin and do everything u wanted to do , that u never did . so much work but I love that u take time to do what makes u happy . looks great no matter what u think

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      I have thought of that but don't really want to take on that big of a project again!

    • @tomg8187
      @tomg8187 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller totally understand perfect what u have with time to enjoy

  • @princessburnout5015
    @princessburnout5015 4 года назад +1

    Love It! I Wanna come visit...

  • @kbltexmex
    @kbltexmex 4 года назад +1

    I love it!! And oh the views simply beautiful I love how you live and love what ya do!

  • @dwaynewladyka577
    @dwaynewladyka577 4 года назад

    I have maternal ancestors who came to the Yukon, from Alberta, decades ago, because they got into prospecting. My only Canadian born grandparent was born in a town in Alberta, in the Rocky Mountains, because her parents, who came from Czechoslovakia, went to where the coal mining was, as that's what my great grandfather did. He got out of that, and went into farming in Alberta. Other relatives on that side wanted to continue with mining, so they went to the Yukon. Also, a late, maternal cousin of mine used to live and work in the Yukon. He and his family then went back to their farm in Alberta. I can see why people would go to the Yukon, because it looks beautiful over there. Your cabin looks so nice, and so does the view. Cheers!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Wow, wild Alberta/Yukon connection! My whole family is spread out across Alberta. Love the Rockies and there's something about that farmland in Alberta that I just love too. But it's also beautiful up here, that's for sure!

    • @dwaynewladyka577
      @dwaynewladyka577 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller I also have relatives all over Alberta, and in many parts of Canada. Cheers!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      @@dwaynewladyka577 Too funny, small world! Where are you living now?

  • @hikingtosurvive
    @hikingtosurvive 4 года назад

    Another good vid, thanks for the tour! The earthquake, ha I can relate as we were awoken by one this morning.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Wow, no way! Where are you located? Was it big? Are they common there? We've had a few small ones here, one shook the cabin a couple years ago and knocked my spice rack onto the floor, haha. It was the only casualty thankfullly.

  • @AnAlaskaHomestead
    @AnAlaskaHomestead 4 года назад +1

    Loved the cabin tour. I’m not sure we will ever be done here😂
    I look forward to summer when we get other people staying out here as well. It’s nice to ha e others to talk to. Also enjoy fishing season. Just a few more months and summer will be here.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      It never ends! Glad to see I’m not the only one with projects that last forever! Yes, summer will be here soon, with more distractions haha.

  • @jamesjackal1819
    @jamesjackal1819 4 года назад +1

    Nice i like it! I have a several things i need to complete at my camp on the river, but i got tired of doing nothing but work when i came up and said screw it! And started hunting & fishing more. But i have started to finishing up some projects in the last few months 😉 Oh and I've tried the drinking and drawing plans before, but it usually ends up with me drinking more, and not much drawing gets done 😲🤣

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      James Jackal haha drinking and drawing plans!! Exactly. Oh well at least I can laugh about it now. I hear ya, only so much work can be done, we have to Abe some fun too! Where is your place located?

    • @jamesjackal1819
      @jamesjackal1819 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller Are place is in a little community named Gee's Bend located on the Alabama river.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Oh wow so crazy hot summers?

  • @OpenAirOutdoors
    @OpenAirOutdoors 4 года назад

    Thanks for the tour that was a lot of fun👍
    Stop in for a visit some time🍻

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Thx for watching! Are you out east? Just took a quick look at your channel, will return when I have some free time!

    • @OpenAirOutdoors
      @OpenAirOutdoors 4 года назад

      Cabin Dweller I’m in Northern Ontario out of Sudbury 👍

  • @jessejamesbozardlincoln
    @jessejamesbozardlincoln 4 года назад

    I actually like the floor upstairs ...looks great

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Thx! it's a bit worn but will work for now.

  • @asustainablejunglewayoflife
    @asustainablejunglewayoflife 4 года назад +1

    Kewl Channel. Love the Cabin, adventures.

  • @edwardseth1230
    @edwardseth1230 4 года назад

    With respect u have done a big job on ur own, and that's an achievement in itself, as summer comes soon I hope, it is both advisable and suggested that u build a front n back deck..(front deck u can add an awning and sit n relax and back deck u can use for other projects, covered back deck would be great.
    Thankyou for the video, Stay safe, stay warm n cozy, God bless

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      A big front deck with arctic entry has been in my plans for a while... one day! I'd also love a walkout deck up top from the loft. So many plans, have to prioritize throughout the year. Right now my two big front windows are probably the #1 thing as they're both broken and one is only single pane!

    • @edwardseth1230
      @edwardseth1230 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller
      Apologies for the link
      www.google.com/amp/s/todayshomeowner.com/video/replacing-a-broken-window-pane/%3famp?espv=1

  • @sandycummings7972
    @sandycummings7972 4 года назад +1

    New subsciber Recommended by Kyles Cabin .Love it will probably be binge watching to catch up xxx

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Yay thanks Sandy ! Hope you enjoy!

  • @AshMondelo
    @AshMondelo 4 года назад

    Wow I wish I can have my own cabin

  • @kenyonbissett3512
    @kenyonbissett3512 4 года назад +2

    I once asked my dad when the projects would be through, his reply “when we sell and move out.”

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Haha exactly! Perfect way to put it.

  • @RicSeabergsUseful-Information
    @RicSeabergsUseful-Information 4 года назад

    Really cool nice t meet u

  • @ddbronco1873
    @ddbronco1873 4 года назад

    I give you credit for living your dream.... I chickened out

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Oh darn, it’s never too late tho!

  • @ChasingAmerica
    @ChasingAmerica 3 года назад

    Hey there! Over from Van Life With Ginas channel. I’m subd with my bell on. I’d love to design and build my own cabin. Wow! Awesome!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +1

      Awesome, thanks! I plan on doing another video with a bit more detail. This was early on and I want to address some things I've been asked over the past 6 months or so.

  • @jessejamesbozardlincoln
    @jessejamesbozardlincoln 4 года назад

    I love this...we are very similar personalities

  • @jujumooz9784
    @jujumooz9784 4 года назад

    What’s the dimensions of the cabin? As for the cracking windows, get Polycarbonate panels, Lexan with solar film for protection to keep them from going yellow...

  • @HerEcolife
    @HerEcolife 4 года назад

    Cool story. That must have been hard in that tent. What zone are you in over there? I feel you with that cold climate.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      I don't think we have zones over here? Do you mean like for soil? Climate?

    • @HerEcolife
      @HerEcolife 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller yeah your zone of rusticity for growing food.

    • @HerEcolife
      @HerEcolife 4 года назад

      Like my bro in Kenai Alaska is in zone 4. I'm zone 3. Colder than zone 4.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Quebec Homestead ah ok just looked we’re like a 1 haha

    • @HerEcolife
      @HerEcolife 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller oh snap that's a challenging climate

  • @roadwarrior9422
    @roadwarrior9422 4 года назад

    Like the cabin. Question. Why can’t you drill a well for water supply?

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      I could but it’s just too costly right now. Maybe one day!

  • @Avendora
    @Avendora 4 года назад

    Your tiles are cracking from uneven thinset under the tile. Butter the floor, and the back of the tile and you won't have that issue again.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      I did do that but it was also my first tiling job ever. Could be operator error. But it also only seems to be that tile, it’s broken twice now. I think the floor is particularly uneven in that one spot.

    • @Avendora
      @Avendora 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller If there's a void under the tile, that is where it will break over time. But at least it's a small area for you to work on instead of a while floor.

  • @GUNSLINGEROUTDOORS
    @GUNSLINGEROUTDOORS 4 года назад

    Your life.. it dosen't matter what people think. Its not they'er life to live.. thanks for sharing🇺🇸🤠

  • @FBall-im8ui
    @FBall-im8ui 3 года назад

    ok now I know where you are, Thansk

  • @bloodhoundmamajayne2818
    @bloodhoundmamajayne2818 3 года назад

    Really enjoying your videos! Subscribed😊 How many square feet is your cabin and including the loft how much living space? I'm about ready to begin my last chapter by doing something similar. Not brave enough for the Yukon but Wyoming will work! I have 7 big dogs so trying to decide what size to go with. Thank you for filming your life! Loving this!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад +1

      Wyoming is beautiful! My cabin is 20x24 with a half loft. So roughly 700sq ft. Enough room for me and up to 14 dogs! Now I only have 8 haha.

  • @YomommasWildlands
    @YomommasWildlands 4 года назад

    ...and a beer, how Canadian

  • @HerEcolife
    @HerEcolife 4 года назад

    I'm the worst at finishing jobs too hahahaha

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      HAHA YAY!!! I love hearing that there are others like us out there.

  • @nanukbigwithe
    @nanukbigwithe 3 года назад

    👍

  • @BreakingFreeOffGrid
    @BreakingFreeOffGrid 4 года назад

    Love your cabin! You’re an amazing lady! So many things you have tackled on your own, I admire your get it done attitude! Are you on solar?

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Thanks, it's been a huge learning curve with some things (wiring! drywall!). No solar, I ran off of batteries for the first couple of years then realized the cost of bringing power in doable. And it has been so worth it!

    • @BreakingFreeOffGrid
      @BreakingFreeOffGrid 4 года назад

      Cabin Dweller darn! Was hoping you were on solar, was going to ask how the washer/dryer was working for your system. We’re going to get a washer, but will probably only use it when running the generator.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      @@BreakingFreeOffGrid What about propane? I was looking at a propane dryer.

    • @BreakingFreeOffGrid
      @BreakingFreeOffGrid 4 года назад +1

      Cabin Dweller after our propane fridge almost killing us I want to try and stay away from as much propane appliances as possible. Lol

  • @dinokross3844
    @dinokross3844 3 года назад

    How long does that propane tank last and how often do you use it? Thanks.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  3 года назад

      I have two 30lb tanks and each one lasts probably a month. I use propane for my stove and on-demand hot water heater so it’s used every day.

    • @dinokross3844
      @dinokross3844 3 года назад

      @@CabinDweller - nice...you need to check : Silverfire Rocker stove out....

  • @locksbog4270
    @locksbog4270 4 года назад

    Great stuff, your as bad as me with buttoning up projects lol!!! What are the cabins dimensions? 👍😃✌️

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      OMG so bad eh!? It's 20x24, one of the many things I forgot to mention, oops! I even had an outline for what I wanted to say and everything but never looked at it haha.

  • @cypressblue8877
    @cypressblue8877 4 года назад

    I hope you kept the paper that you did the house on, I would have it framed. Awesome find on the land. Would you ever add on like Shawn did, veranda on the side maybe build on the back? Do you have animals or plan on getting any? Take care of you. Thanks for sharing eh :))

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      I didn’t, darn it!! I have lofty dreams about expanding the cabin. A wraparound deck would be awesome. Plus a deck up top outside the loft.
      Animals, just dogs for now! They’re enough work haha.

    • @cypressblue8877
      @cypressblue8877 4 года назад

      Oh dang that would have been sweet to frame, well new plans to the cabin you can keep. Saw something behind thought maybe you had chickens or goats. Yes deck outside loft would be amazing. @@CabinDweller

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Cypress Blue maybe goats one day because they’re so adorable!

    • @cypressblue8877
      @cypressblue8877 4 года назад

      Kiko goats are so cute and a hardy bunch. @@CabinDweller

  • @SeanInAlaska
    @SeanInAlaska 4 года назад

    That place is a perfect size! :) Thank you for the tour :) Oh! What do you do for internet out there anyway?

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      We have one local provider who's line I can tap into. Thx for watching! How big is your cabin going to be?

    • @SeanInAlaska
      @SeanInAlaska 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller 16x24 to start, with a full height loft and plans to add a lower floor bedroom.

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Nice! Good plan about the full loft, I regret not putting in dormers or pony walls in mine. I lose so much space because of that. I may try to reno that this summer if time and money work out!

    • @SeanInAlaska
      @SeanInAlaska 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller Yeah....I plan on a 4 foot pony wall just for the space reason alone! lol. Having lived in a loft before I agree, they lose too much space. Mine will be stick frame so instead of normal length studs I will use 12 foot 2x6 to get the extra 4 feet in the loft. Time and Money...lifes 2 biggest enemies hahahahha

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      @@SeanInAlaska smart!! There are SO many things I'd do different if I started again, but it was a great learning experience!

  • @GettingItDoneRepairs
    @GettingItDoneRepairs 4 года назад

    Hi friend, new sub here! Great to see somebody do what they dream of. Exciting lifestyle! Good for you. When you have a chance, please drop by for a visit. 👍😀

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Getting It Done North Of 7 thx for stopping by and I think I already subscribe to you!

    • @GettingItDoneRepairs
      @GettingItDoneRepairs 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller Yes you are I just saw that. LOL Thank you btw! I was just coming back to edit and you already replied. I'm busted!! 😂😂

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      Hahaha! I’m quick! Aaaand I have nothing else to do. 😂😂

  • @margaretheathcote9842
    @margaretheathcote9842 4 года назад

    I just found u like what you do

  • @DebsWay
    @DebsWay 4 года назад

    What an amazing, adventuresome life!! You should write a book about it -- Really!!! Hi there! I am coming over from the Riley Homestead channel and I have liked this video and subscribed to your channel. I also have a little channel that I would appreciate your checking out and subbing. I'm called Deb's Way and, although I live in the city, I love the homesteading community. On my channel I talk about how I try to live in a frugal manner, I do a little gardening, I shop for bargains, and I do some cooking & baking. Check it out! Have a good one!!

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Hey Deb thanks for stopping by. I will definitely check out your channel, frugal living is something I could use some tips on!!

    • @DebsWay
      @DebsWay 4 года назад

      Thank you!

  • @melshea2276
    @melshea2276 3 года назад

    17,765th!!🎉🎉🏠🐕‍🦺👍

  • @pegsclips
    @pegsclips 4 года назад +1

    love love your content.. hi, new friend/subscriber. found you over at " RidgeLife". come on over when you've time. :-)

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад +1

      Paige family Homestead Our Journey back cool thx! Will do!

  • @TheTed169
    @TheTed169 4 года назад

    why do you live in the yukon?

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      ted a I love it here - beautiful scenery, wide open spaces, awesome people, relaxed pace of life... couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else.

    • @TheTed169
      @TheTed169 4 года назад

      @@CabinDweller nice... :)

  • @sandycummings7972
    @sandycummings7972 4 года назад

    How many dogs?and what are their names?Must cost you a fortune on dog food!!
    The

    • @CabinDweller
      @CabinDweller  4 года назад

      sandy cummings 8 now. I plan to do a video on the dogs soon! I get lots of meat scraps which helps with cost. But since you’re curious: Pooh Bear, Ivy, Sadie, Willow, are the oldies and the youngsters (7 now) siblings are: Louis, Fossey, Maggie and Howler!

  • @dennismain8030
    @dennismain8030 3 года назад

    Need a roommate?

  • @CCRider5312
    @CCRider5312 4 года назад

    Nice cabin! U need a handsome man
    ✋🧔🤚there to fix all the things around there! 😉😁✋🧔🤚