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I remember doing stuff just like that when my husband and I bought an old fixer-upper. Most people thought it was a tearer-downer. I was pregnant and just one of the projects was when I had to get the very old, ugly deteriorating and HEAVY wool rug up and out of the house. I had to cut it into small enough pieces so I could carry it to the dumpster. You just do it till is gets done. And then you feel good about what you did! You did good girlfriend!
A little info about the past owner of the property - James Clifford, born on May 4, 1945, passed away on May 10, 2020, in Fairbanks, Alaska. Services entrusted to Blanchard Family Funeral Home.... the following is a "MEMORY" left by his niece- "So sad to just now be hearing of the passing of my Uncle Jim. I have very fond memories of him playing games with us when we were kids. RIP Uncle Jim!
@@hallard069 yes, I remember --- saddam hussein was boasting that he would unleash the "mother of all battles" on the [then] mighty US. A lot of people concluded that only a person with nukes would make such a threat.
You should be so proud of yourself doing that alone. That was an overwhelming job, and you persevered, and got er done!! Way to go! Can’t wait to see what you do there next!!
I am watching this video and my wife keeps saying where is her husband to help. Then it comes across the bottom he is in Michigan. She says it figures and rolls her eyes as she walks out of the room in disgust. Brooke you are one hell of a worker. Always impressed by you.
i was thinking the same thing...from the looks of some of those totes more ..guts..for a lack of better terms than me..it would have been a gag fest for sure
Brooke's a workhorse...Dave would have to practically tie her down lol...but this woman definitely knows how to put her feet up and chill when she wants/needs to!
Oh Brooke, you're a trooper !. As a retired cop I've seen a lot of nasty places but you single handedly tackling that mess was something else. I applaud you young lady for your fortitude and strength. Love your video's, blessings to you and yours always !.
The word fortitude is a perfect description of this project! Unreal! I think for most of us, if we could even consider it, it would take a week. And I am reminded the path was cleared first. The amazing attitude shines through and is something we can all take away from this!
Great job!! During the pandemic we purchased an acre of woodland with a creek going through it and a verifiable hovel. The hovel is a 1950's travel trailer that was cut open on one side, now boasting a sagging addition. The mice are very happy. There's trash piles around the property, so much of your struggle against rusty grossness is familiar to me. May we both wrestle redemption out of mess.
Well, I've watched a few of your videos. This one made me a subscriber. I know it was two years ago, but now I'm hooked, and I love the prayers❤you're phenomenal ❤️
Amazing! I cleaned up the family ranch after 40+ yrs of my mom and mentally unstable brother and their hoarding mess. It took me 4+ yrs of steady doing what you are doing. Yes the payoff is reclaiming the land and planting and gardening and being a good steward of the land! God bless you Sista 💟
I kept praying you’d find a lock box of cash… Something to reward all that toil. You know you’re a good RUclipsr when folks like us will watch you haul nasty trash for almost 40 minutes! Can’t wait to see what y’all do to “Whipple-ize” this place!
Why would a doomsday bug out spot have cash? Now, maybe gold. But let's be honest, if you're planning for the end of the world, the barter system is probably not going to look at shiny metals very valuably. Just saying.
Everytime I think I can't push that mower five more feet or pick the weeds around my flower garden, I think of you Brook and just do it. You really can inspire us women to do jobs we think only a man can or should do. You've proven over again, we can . Love your channel.
Oh Broke you give me energy. I am 60 years old/young? I am suffering with COPD. But you give me hope. I watch you never giving up. Hours of toil as you say in your video. I sit here watching you with my 5 lb weights. Trying my best to make an effort to move. God bless you. You and your 🎉husband are amazing. Thank you for inspiring me to move a muscle change a thought. 😮
" I bet this guy was super fun at parties" That made me belly laugh. Amongst all the gross stankiness, the hard work, and the long days, you still manage to keep a great sense of humor. Great video, and you guys have a beautiful spot of land.
Dave is a very happy husband because of you. You eat the stuff I would. In the midst of falling goop and absolute yuk, you take time to sort ??!! YAYYYYYY
I'm almost positive that the smell-a-vision came through a couple times. You really have my respect, Brooke. Tackling a job like that is beyond difficult and unpleasant. I did fire damage work back in my younger years, and that was pretty bad, but nothing compared to the job you did. Two thumbs WAY up! Now you enjoy your peanuts and I hope Dave enjoys his whitie tighties. :)
@@therealgirlinthewoods Brooke, I suggest getting a construction expert to go over the structure with you to advise what can be salvaged, condition of the concrete block walls and how to go forward with what you are thinking. if you want to sell 1-2 of the acres I'm very interested.
To be honest it could easily make the basis for a prepper/holidy cabin. I would look at building a second floor above it and living above it and using the bottom as a storage and kitchen.
To paraphrase Kipling: "You're a braver soul than I, Lady Brooke!" I can imagine a couple of scenarios, once the petroleum smells are mitigated. We look forward to seeing your plans for the hoarder/prepper bunker shell. I have to say that my beloved and I deeply appreciate how you and Dave work WITH the land, treading lightly, making plans that harmonize with the environment instead of bringing in heavy equipment to modify what exists to meet your vision.
Thank you. We've always preferred to leave the area as much untouched as possible. Absolutely HATE it when areas get cleared and destroyed for a house footprint!
Well,..you don't have to worry about Covid. You've just been exposed to every disease on Earth after cleaning out that remote puke crib. Great vid, Brooke:) You're a trooper🙂 ~Kevin
Thanks for taking the time to include us. I never thought I'd see anything worse than the trashed party house I was hired to clean out back in my starving college days. You win!
Ya know Brooke.....even if you didn't want to convert the bunker to living space it would make a nice shop or garage to build a cabin next to with a bit of elbow grease ... I'm confident you and Dave are going to do something cool.
Oh Brooke, I will forever remember how you struggled but pushed thru. So amazed at your commitment and determination. You give us all hope! Hope you had a big ribeye and long bubble bath!
At the start she complained about the size of the dumpster but when all was finished she filled the dumpster. If she could have gotten a smaller one it would have been two loads. Much credit for the hard work filling that dumpster.
You actually did it, Brooke, all by yourself! Hardest working woman I know. Congratulations, well done and yes, now onto the projects you like the best! 👏🎉🎉
That's awesome you are cleaning that disaster up instead of ignoring it. It would bug the crap out of me knowing that was on my property! If I was there I would help you.
You're an amazing woman, Brooke. I can't help but feel sorry for James Clifford, wondering what circumstances were that caused him to abandon everything that he had stored up.
I've always considered how a prepper would feel about dying without having to make use of their preps. Perhaps their last words would be something like "I tell y'all, it's just around the corner"
I know why Dave found " another project" Brook! That's one of the most difficult jobs= cleaning up after other people. Double tough cause you had to shuttle it to the dumpster. Sue enjoy your stuff. Would get a kick out of meeting you guys some day. Continue to enjoy!
Holy smokes!!!! I can't believe how much crap was in there.....or, that you cleaned that toxic schtuff out! You go, grrrrlfriend! Annnnnd....it was interesting to see what was still edible in the way of food he had stashed away. Stuff everything in plastic and you are good to go. I'm 65 and don't think I've used that many trash bags in my entire life as he had stashed there. Geeeez.
Brooke, you are something else! I would of been crying and gaging all through that mess. You are the hardest worker I have ever known. I give you so much credit for all you do, wow. You GO girl!
I was sitting here, in my nice clean living room, with my hand over my mouth, feeling nauseated just from watching. You deserve great respect. Hope you are doing something totally wonderful for yourself. Be well
Girl, that's what I call back breaking work! I'm so amazed at your attitude and determination to make things happen! Love your walk with the Lord, warms my heart 💜
Great job! That’s a lot of heavy work for anybody and you did it like a champ. It is always good when a mess is cleaned up and then you can take a look at what you really want to do to the rest of the property. And I agree, the beautification process of the property is the fun stuff. Keep up the great videos.
@@sway696 I have been watching her and her husband Dave at Bushradical For about three years. They’re both pretty down to earth and seem like real people. I grew up in the upper peninsula of Michigan which makes me a yooper. I like to see what they do with the properties they own. Anytime someone can take something and make it better I enjoy it.
And that folks is how you stay in shape! Wow, so overwhelming but you handled it so positive. Your outlook on this project uplifted me. “ It is was it is”. Basically, Just one thing at a time that’s all we can do. Thanks Brooke! You are a blessing.
@@sun_paper_girl She's so encouraging right? For me too. Like watching "Super Woman"!!! After seeing this a trash pile will look like just a challenge!☺️ Just Love her attitude and sense of humor. Have a great day!!!
I got the feeling from those windows that the previous owner was afraid of wild animals getting in. Interesting construction. Good job. Very entertaining! 🇨🇦
That was a mess! I've cleaned up some messes made by people before but I think that mess won the prize. I'm not kidding when I say I smelled that all the way here- Oklahoma! 🤢 You've got that place and the surrounding area looking super. Sure glad you chose the bigger dumpster. There are so many possibilities with that land, I'm sure you two will make something amazing. Awaiting your next adventure. Stay safe and GOD bless
I feel like originally that bunker may not have been too bad. Obviously, not perfect, or ideal, but they gave it a try. Had a lot of supplies, and a stove. Incredible work cleaning that out. Wow, I'm so impressed!! And inspired. ❤
Someone's little make-believe prepper playhouse in the woods. Seen worse; though, I've also seen far better cabins. I'm sure it kept someone entertained.
OMG!!!! I could never do that kind of clean up! This was so hard to watch…I can only imagine how hard it had to be for you! You maintained a great attitude through it all!
That mess was overwhelming so kudos to you for grinding it out. I can imagine the smells as I have had to clean something similar. You really stuck it out. My back hurts in sympathy! Looking forward to you clearing up the land.
I tell you Brooke, I don’t know where you find the energy or the drive to do such hard work. I appreciate what you share, I have watched you build and keep a smile on your face. If I ever saw I would just give you the biggest and fullest hug. Stay blessed.
Oh Brooke, poor you! You’re a trooper, that’s for sure! I’d be concerned I’d puke from the smells and sights. Got to feel good to know that’s all gone though. May the Lord continually fill you with His joy for your strength!🙏🏻
What an incredible woman you are to take on the task of clearing that all out on your own - you are such an inspiration! I really hope with some saw dust or kitty litter the fuel and smell can be drawn out of that space. The flooring and walls appear to be very sturdy and would make a good base structure for something. The dense moss on the ground all around has so many fantastic uses! It's great for insulation and gardening. Thank you for always keeping the land in mind and the harmony of the landscape in your adventures. Loves and scritches to Moose. Blessings to you all!
My goodness you are testimony to complete woman power! Your grit, strength, and utter determination to complete such a nasty job is something to be proud of. Well done, you. Well done. 😊
You are so brave Brook to clean out all that junk. Sure was a big project to tackle. Hope you stay well after doing all the cleaning. There was some nasty looking stuff in that old bunker maybe 40 years or more. Take care and stay safe . It will be interesting to see the outcome of this bunker.
That was a grueling job, it’s speaks loudly of your tenacity to survive. I cleaned up a burned building with a bass boat in it. It’s was a mangled charred mess, but was so glad it was gone out of my back yard. The neighbor had leta brush fire get out of hand. We were very upset about loosing our boat and a stack of mahogany wood pieces and numerous other tools. At the metal recycling place they had a giant swinging magnet that reached into my trailer and picked it up.
Girl! Be careful!! You sure are a strong lady!! God bless you!!! Y’all came a long way !! Cleaned up a lot from the last video!!! I really enjoy watching y’all!!!!
The difference in batteries: Standard batteries will corrode and leak out over time. Industrial or Super Heavy Duty batteries have sealing gaskets and are made to better specs. So if you need them to sit a while, get the better grade. But if you blow through batteries really fast, get the cheap ones. I am surprised there was not a basement. Great work! What a trooper!
Thank the lord there wasn't a basement can't imagine the flooding and the gunk. Especially from the leaked gas. The film it might have left ontop of the water. 🤢 It would've had to been pumped out or at least that's the only thing I could imagine being done to get it all out. Then how would you seal it up so it doesn't happen again oh and not to mention trying to dry the area out so it docent mold or corrode faster. 😵💫🤯 What a nightmare that would've been.
Brooke, have you ever given consideration to maybe starting a fire on the floor which would eliminate the fuel smell as well as the rancid smell of decaying food. The smoke smell will dissipate too.
Before tackling the floor, get experts to check it out and advise you the best way to handle oil- soaked ground, as Kitty litter may NOT be the best material to use, AND DO NOT USE IT FOR HUMAN OR ANIMAL HABITATION!
Use the propane I work at a landfill and I’m amazed by how much good propane is thrown away. . Clean the threads, connect it, check connections with soapy water, no bubbles, good to go.
I used to do all kinds of stuff like that I'm older now and it's much harder miss the good old days. When I had so much energy felt so good after doing everything getting a shower afterwards.
This video is so gratifying! Nothing worse than knowing that there’s a huge toxic mess on your land, and it’s just sitting there and festering in your mind😂. This is like a pimple popping video for landowners🙂
I am amazed that you a one woman power house got this done to completion! Scripture to remind us all…I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me! The goopy mess was enough for me to imagine the gross smell! Great job Brooke! I am sure when you progress in developing this place, this will have been the bigger accomplishment completed!
You remind me of me 30yrs ago. Im now sitting in my " tree house" the renovations 99.99% done. Youre in a good spot enjoy those times to remember later.hugs from another strong lady from Australia. KEEP PUSHING GIRL!
Probably won't completely get the smell out ever! But a roof, doors and shelves for some great storage. A cabin from scratch and a brand new get away is born!
I am totally impressed with how you persisted and by yourself cleaned that nightmare out. I can't wait to see what you do to fix it up. Please keep us posted on your progress? You are one heck of a hard worker. I enjoyed you on Alone as well. Cheers!
Today is Sept 3rd. It's been 10 days since you posted your insane clean up of the bunker. I keep checking to see if you have posted anything since but 😕 nope. No doubt you are still wiped out from that gigantic job on the bunker 😁. Just don't burn out girl. All of us would miss you terribly. Funny how we can feel as if we know another and have grown to be close friends even when they've never actually met😂🤣. But that's how your video's effect myself and no doubt countless others❤️. You have become such a part of our lives! Blessings, sister in Christ, Brooke. In Jesus Brook🙋🍏🍎 and Opy🐕💖, too.😁
Me too--I watch it ALL !!! I won't ever be living off grid unless you know... some very bad 'things n' stuff' further happen in the world....but I watch everything cuz it is 'our' Brooke.
Okay, I just have to say, I can't agree 100%. I actually figured out what I wouldn't watch you do: sleep. Sorry, but that would be boring. No, hard as this job was, it was a kind of "can she do it?" fascination that kept me watching. And I'd watch you do most anything because it's that sweat equity stuff people seem to have lost. That was the price of the land right there, all that work you did, Brooke. Great, great job!
I can see this as your own private open air Mexican Cantina in the woods! String lights back and forth across the top for a “roof”, lay some tiles for the floor, rattan table and chairs with cushions made from Mexican blankets, light that fire up and throw some tortillas on top! MAGIC
Just watching this video is giving me anxiety. I would have just ignored it and gone on with my life. You are a much better person than I am, to deal with that mess.
Great video and you showed more grit and determination than most people I know. Great Job Brooke!!! Just curious as to how many of y'all Googled James Clifford of Fairbanks, Alaska after Brooke found the mail with his name on it? I for one am guilty and only found one by that name, born in 1945 and passed away in 2020.
As an amateur genealogist, I couldn't help but look too. I found an article he wrote in 2004 called “Looking Several Ways: Anthropology and Native Heritage in Alaska," turns out he's an Harvard-educated professor!
Oh my goodness! I have a whole new level of respect for you and your attitude towards this disgusting dumpster dive bunker job! YOU GO BROOKE!!! Thank you for showing such a great example of strength and determination. I can’t wait to see more of this land and what you’re going to do with it.
You are one hell of a woman, you've done a number of projects that I have never done 😃. I am sincerely proud of you for your hard work. That's the great thing about you that you are not a lazy person, you get down and dirty . 💯👍😎✌️❤️I love your videos they're not boring like some of these videos that are out there!!! God bless you and I pray that you will never have to use that bunker !! ! 💯👍🙏🏻😇
So interesting - wish we knew the former owner's motivations. Looks like he might have passed away in 2020. Follies aside, that person put alot of work into building the place and filling it with supplies.
It’s interesting when you see how much time and energy people put into preparing for survival in case the world “ends” and then it doesn’t. It always makes me wonder if they spent the same energy on living and enjoying the moment. I was talking to a prepper the other day, and I said, frankly if the world ends up like the day of the comet and there are no puppies, bbq with friends, beach sunsets, camping around a fire, horseback rides, laughing with kids over a board game I am not sure I want to survive. He looked at me and said , “gosh, I never thought of it that way.” But, like everything, to each own. I did like his book choices! Definitely not light reading.
@@kmsch986 Yeah -- I was part of and friends (IRL) with a handful of the original folks that called themselves "preppers" on RUclips. For me having some common sense preparedness (Skills, Food Storage, secondary Heat Sources, et al.). It was interesting to watch that original "Prepper" movement burn out (like the "Patriots" and "Survivalists") before them the more sane ones started calling themselves "Homesteaders" (...eventually that was corrupted with doomer crap too). The current economic situation has a resurgence of "Preppers". Fortunately, any bit of the toxic doomer crap didn't stick with me though I have seen quite a few folks slip into worse and worse delusions about the state of the world and desiring authoritarian political solutions. The books were interesting to me as I see some echos of myself (the bookshelf next to me has some botany textbooks, Bushcraft books by Mors Kohanski, and assorted other DIY skills books).
Nice job!! I can only imagine how great the shower felt at the end of that!!! Freshly cleaned clothes after dealing with that muck must have felt awesome!!
I'm kind of in awe of this guy's stash, especially the library. Priceless! This guy was planning to repopulate the earth after it all went to heck, and preserve mankind's science in the process 😆👍👍
I googled him and there's not a lot. Looks like he was a professor and did write a couple of research papers. It appears anthropology was his field. I make the assumption that he was not very close to his family judging from his very sparse obituary.
You are proof that the human mind and spirit can do anything. I don't think there's anyone here that wouldn't have helped you had we had the chance. Cannot wait to see what happens next.
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Thanks for the information!
I remember doing stuff just like that when my husband and I bought an old fixer-upper. Most people thought it was a tearer-downer. I was pregnant and just one of the projects was when I had to get the very old, ugly deteriorating and HEAVY wool rug up and out of the house. I had to cut it into small enough pieces so I could carry it to the dumpster. You just do it till is gets done. And then you feel good about what you did!
You did good girlfriend!
exactly
Yeah a small chunk at the time, you need many trips back and forth but the job we can do.
A little info about the past owner of the property - James Clifford, born on May 4, 1945, passed away on May 10, 2020, in Fairbanks, Alaska. Services entrusted to Blanchard Family Funeral Home.... the following is a "MEMORY" left by his niece-
"So sad to just now be hearing of the passing of my Uncle Jim. I have very fond memories of him playing games with us when we were kids. RIP Uncle Jim!
Born in 1945. Fits Historian and Professor James Clifford
@@tipfertool5457 according to Wikipedia he is still alive. The previous owner was also named James M Clifford.
Makes me wonder if he was prepping for Y2K or just whatever 🤔
@@justJelene That's what I was thinking also, or during that time there was Gulf War 1
@@hallard069 yes, I remember --- saddam hussein was boasting that he would unleash the "mother of all battles" on the [then] mighty US. A lot of people concluded that only a person with nukes would make such a threat.
You should be so proud of yourself doing that alone. That was an overwhelming job, and you persevered, and got er done!! Way to go! Can’t wait to see what you do there next!!
Great job of dealing with the pile of junk and smells and waters
I hate those jobs when you just have to 'suck it up' and get it done
Yes, you amaze me!
I got one question where is your husband at
Applause!!! What a phenomenal job you completed and conquered
@@debbiemiller8018 at the beginning of the video she tells you in captions that he is back in Michigan working on a project.
The gun, the knife, the hard work, and the fantastic attitude. You handling that mess alone. You are an amazing woman! Respect
I am watching this video and my wife keeps saying where is her husband to help. Then it comes across the bottom he is in Michigan. She says it figures and rolls her eyes as she walks out of the room in disgust. Brooke you are one hell of a worker. Always impressed by you.
i was thinking the same thing...from the looks of some of those totes more ..guts..for a lack of better terms than me..it would have been a gag fest for sure
Brooke's a workhorse...Dave would have to practically tie her down lol...but this woman definitely knows how to put her feet up and chill when she wants/needs to!
Love it!
She had help cleaning it out.
I’d be afraid I’d come across a dead body…gross…
Oh Brooke, you're a trooper !. As a retired cop I've seen a lot of nasty places but you single handedly tackling that mess was something else. I applaud you young lady for your fortitude and strength. Love your video's, blessings to you and yours always !.
thank you
@@therealgirlinthewoods might look good painted green
The word fortitude is a perfect description of this project! Unreal! I think for most of us, if we could even consider it, it would take a week. And I am reminded the path was cleared first. The amazing attitude shines through and is something we can all take away from this!
No one cares u were a cop
Great job!! During the pandemic we purchased an acre of woodland with a creek going through it and a verifiable hovel. The hovel is a 1950's travel trailer that was cut open on one side, now boasting a sagging addition. The mice are very happy. There's trash piles around the property, so much of your struggle against rusty grossness is familiar to me. May we both wrestle redemption out of mess.
yup been there too! ick good luck
Congratulations!?! I’m actually looking for something like that myself, 😉😂. Truly! If you’re gonna jump, might as well jump deep. 🤷🏼♀️
Well, I've watched a few of your videos. This one made me a subscriber. I know it was two years ago, but now I'm hooked, and I love the prayers❤you're phenomenal ❤️
Amazing! I cleaned up the family ranch after 40+ yrs of my mom and mentally unstable brother and their hoarding mess. It took me 4+ yrs of steady doing what you are doing. Yes the payoff is reclaiming the land and planting and gardening and being a good steward of the land! God bless you Sista 💟
That's amazing, you're doing great!
I kept praying you’d find a lock box of cash… Something to reward all that toil. You know you’re a good RUclipsr when folks like us will watch you haul nasty trash for almost 40 minutes! Can’t wait to see what y’all do to “Whipple-ize” this place!
Or gold coins.
This settles it you are definitely the hardest working person I have ever seen also you are the toughest and most determined woman on Utube.
Why would a doomsday bug out spot have cash? Now, maybe gold. But let's be honest, if you're planning for the end of the world, the barter system is probably not going to look at shiny metals very valuably. Just saying.
i though there was gonna be at least some ammo
It surprised and touched me when you prayed over your food. That act had power! Amen for your boldness and being true to your convictions.
Yep, I love that she prays over her food.
God bless you Brooke!
Everytime I think I can't push that mower five more feet or pick the weeds around my flower garden, I think of you Brook and just do it. You really can inspire us women to do jobs we think only a man can or should do. You've proven over again, we can . Love your channel.
Oh Broke you give me energy. I am 60 years old/young? I am suffering with COPD. But you give me hope. I watch you never giving up. Hours of toil as you say in your video. I sit here watching you with my 5 lb weights. Trying my best to make an effort to move. God bless you. You and your 🎉husband are amazing. Thank you for inspiring me to move a muscle change a thought. 😮
" I bet this guy was super fun at parties" That made me belly laugh. Amongst all the gross stankiness, the hard work, and the long days, you still manage to keep a great sense of humor. Great video, and you guys have a beautiful spot of land.
Dave is a very happy husband because of you. You eat the stuff I would. In the midst of falling goop and absolute yuk, you take time to sort ??!! YAYYYYYY
I'm almost positive that the smell-a-vision came through a couple times. You really have my respect, Brooke. Tackling a job like that is beyond difficult and unpleasant. I did fire damage work back in my younger years, and that was pretty bad, but nothing compared to the job you did. Two thumbs WAY up! Now you enjoy your peanuts and I hope Dave enjoys his whitie tighties. :)
hahah thanks dave yuk indeed!
Lol
"his white tighties" hahahahaha"
@@therealgirlinthewoods Brooke, I suggest getting a construction expert to go over the structure with you to advise what can be salvaged, condition of the concrete block walls and how to go forward with what you are thinking.
if you want to sell 1-2 of the acres I'm very interested.
I keep waiting for the body or skeleton to turn up...
Yay..she back! Missed you Ms. Worker Bee. Can’t wait to see what the bunker becomes!
Hello Karen how are you doing
To be honest it could easily make the basis for a prepper/holidy cabin. I would look at building a second floor above it and living above it and using the bottom as a storage and kitchen.
I would look at TEARING it completely down and then raking the ground to get all of the remaining debris. that's what I would LOOK AT! yeah!
@@sandrasherritt9708It could be maintained and repurpose
I would say the second floor would be for sleeping and living while the bottom for cooking, general purpose.
I laughed when you said, “I would eat that, if I was desperate” after you had taken a bite… you are much braver than I
To paraphrase Kipling:
"You're a braver soul than I, Lady Brooke!"
I can imagine a couple of scenarios, once the petroleum smells are mitigated.
We look forward to seeing your plans for the hoarder/prepper bunker shell.
I have to say that my beloved and I deeply appreciate how you and Dave work WITH the land, treading lightly, making plans that harmonize with the environment instead of bringing in heavy equipment to modify what exists to meet your vision.
Thank you. We've always preferred to leave the area as much untouched as possible. Absolutely HATE it when areas get cleared and destroyed for a house footprint!
Be careful as there might be snakes
Where and how did you find this place
Well,..you don't have to worry about Covid. You've just been exposed to every disease on Earth after cleaning out that remote puke crib. Great vid, Brooke:) You're a trooper🙂
~Kevin
pretty much
She deserves some kind of award or something !
It’s helps that she is outdoors. I was thinking she should have had a mask on
😂😂 truth!
hell she ate from 94 lol she's good.
You are AMAZING ...not many people would survive that survival bunker..never mind doing it alone..WOW..u go girl!!!!!
Thanks for taking the time to include us. I never thought I'd see anything worse than the trashed party house I was hired to clean out back in my starving college days. You win!
Dave better appreciate how wonderful you are to do all that by yourself.
Yes he best do . . .plus she scored him some new tighty whitees!!
Dave knew from the first minute it wasn't worth the effort
@@abeach5420 😆😆
@@Grimfire-fj6ug Brooke has “vision”, it had to be cleaned out anyway, it was “environmentally unfriendly”!
Ya know Brooke.....even if you didn't want to convert the bunker to living space it would make a nice shop or garage to build a cabin next to with a bit of elbow grease ... I'm confident you and Dave are going to do something cool.
I kept trying to NOT project a “unabomber” vibe on the original owner. But the typewriter find, that sealed it! 😲😂 Bless you, Brooke.💗
He was going to write the great American novel.
I came here to see if anyone else thought unabomber. Thank you!
Ted Kaczynski was arrested in 1996, so the dates on the food check out.
I can't believe you cleaned it out all by yourself. Good job 👍.
Wow! I'm impressed. Dave's project sure was timely, and he's an extremely fortunate man to have you in his life.
I agree
And he's extremely smart...not to be there!
Oh Brooke, I will forever remember how you struggled but pushed thru. So amazed at your commitment and determination. You give us all hope! Hope you had a big ribeye and long bubble bath!
hahah thanks much i had a shot it was comin!
Hello Claudia how are you doing today
At the start she complained about the size of the dumpster but when all was finished she filled the dumpster. If she could have gotten a smaller one it would have been two loads. Much credit for the hard work filling that dumpster.
I hope you don't become sick from being around and breathing in all that muck. Fantastic job! 🙏❤️
And the food she is eating!
You actually did it, Brooke, all by yourself! Hardest working woman I know. Congratulations, well done and yes, now onto the projects you like the best! 👏🎉🎉
i have never seen anyone who needs a bobcat more
I am speechless that was horrific and you made this world a better place .
Brooke, you are one brave and determined woman! I wouldn't even want that mess on the tailgate of my truck. You are amazing! WonderWoman!!!
That's awesome you are cleaning that disaster up instead of ignoring it. It would bug the crap out of me knowing that was on my property! If I was there I would help you.
Yuuuuuuup
Same, here. I wouldn't sleep a wink!
All the books they needed for prepping for starting a new world.
You win the prize for tenacity and hard work! Great job!
I appreciate that
And her tumerity for sure.. brave bold and bodacious!
You're an amazing woman, Brooke. I can't help but feel sorry for James Clifford, wondering what circumstances were that caused him to abandon everything that he had stored up.
Someone looked him up. Old age gets us all.
Yea, death catches us all, love the ones your with.
I've always considered how a prepper would feel about dying without having to make use of their preps. Perhaps their last words would be something like "I tell y'all, it's just around the corner"
I know why Dave found " another project" Brook! That's one of the most difficult jobs= cleaning up after other people. Double tough cause you had to shuttle it to the dumpster. Sue enjoy your stuff. Would get a kick out of meeting you guys some day. Continue to enjoy!
fo sho
Holy smokes!!!! I can't believe how much crap was in there.....or, that you cleaned that toxic schtuff out! You go, grrrrlfriend! Annnnnd....it was interesting to see what was still edible in the way of food he had stashed away. Stuff everything in plastic and you are good to go. I'm 65 and don't think I've used that many trash bags in my entire life as he had stashed there. Geeeez.
Brooke, you are something else! I would of been crying and gaging all through that mess. You are the hardest worker I have ever known. I give you so much credit for all you do, wow. You GO girl!
I think Brooke really needs to video Dave's reaction when he sees what she did.
Nice!
Or ate!
I was sitting here, in my nice clean living room, with my hand over my mouth, feeling nauseated just from watching. You deserve great respect. Hope you are doing something totally wonderful for yourself. Be well
Sorry!
And she didn't use any of those bags as barf bags.
@@therealgirlinthewoods No apologies, you rock!
Wow….I don’t think I could’ve done that cleanup….at any point in my life. Great respect for you Brooke! You are such a worker!
I admire her energy
Girl, that's what I call back breaking work! I'm so amazed at your attitude and determination to make things happen! Love your walk with the Lord, warms my heart 💜
Great job! That’s a lot of heavy work for anybody and you did it like a champ. It is always good when a mess is cleaned up and then you can take a look at what you really want to do to the rest of the property. And I agree, the beautification process of the property is the fun stuff. Keep up the great videos.
She is definitely a Rockstar. 💪
@@sway696 I have been watching her and her husband Dave at Bushradical For about three years. They’re both pretty down to earth and seem like real people. I grew up in the upper peninsula of Michigan which makes me a yooper. I like to see what they do with the properties they own. Anytime someone can take something and make it better I enjoy it.
thanks much!
@@therealgirlinthewoods thank you for putting out such great content. We appreciate you.
And that folks is how you stay in shape! Wow, so overwhelming but you handled it so positive. Your outlook on this project uplifted me. “ It is was it is”. Basically, Just one thing at a time that’s all we can do. Thanks Brooke! You are a blessing.
Brook makes me feel like I could do this, but I'm not Brook! 😕
@@sun_paper_girl
She's so encouraging right? For me too. Like watching "Super Woman"!!! After seeing this a trash pile will look like just a challenge!☺️ Just Love her attitude and sense of humor. Have a great day!!!
@@beverlycook8679 indeed, she is one of a kind!
You did an amazing job. The person who got the shelter together had a serious case of overthinking which was really a case of not thinking it through!
She shoulda had a backhoe!😂
I got the feeling from those windows that the previous owner was afraid of wild animals getting in. Interesting construction. Good job. Very entertaining! 🇨🇦
@Carolexo I was trying to figure that out too…?
Helluva job Brooke !!!!! Well done my friend. Most folks nowadays would've just walked away.
That was a mess! I've cleaned up some messes made by people before but I think that mess won the prize. I'm not kidding when I say I smelled that all the way here- Oklahoma! 🤢 You've got that place and the surrounding area looking super. Sure glad you chose the bigger dumpster. There are so many possibilities with that land, I'm sure you two will make something amazing. Awaiting your next adventure. Stay safe and GOD bless
I feel like originally that bunker may not have been too bad. Obviously, not perfect, or ideal, but they gave it a try. Had a lot of supplies, and a stove. Incredible work cleaning that out. Wow, I'm so impressed!! And inspired. ❤
Someone's little make-believe prepper playhouse in the woods. Seen worse; though, I've also seen far better cabins. I'm sure it kept someone entertained.
It was only the roof that let it down to be fair
@@Klaaism little judgy ?
@@todsimpkins8908 Just a little. The PNW is my stomping grounds, born and bred.
OMG!!!! I could never do that kind of clean up! This was so hard to watch…I can only imagine how hard it had to be for you! You maintained a great attitude through it all!
Can’t believe you cleaned that out alone. What a job! We applaud you!! 👏
That mess was overwhelming so kudos to you for grinding it out. I can imagine the smells as I have had to clean something similar. You really stuck it out. My back hurts in sympathy! Looking forward to you clearing up the land.
I tell you Brooke, I don’t know where you find the energy or the drive to do such hard work. I appreciate what you share, I have watched you build and keep a smile on your face. If I ever saw I would just give you the biggest and fullest hug. Stay blessed.
Oh Brooke, poor you! You’re a trooper, that’s for sure! I’d be concerned I’d puke from the smells and sights. Got to feel good to know that’s all gone though. May the Lord continually fill you with His joy for your strength!🙏🏻
Please wear a mask or respirator
What an incredible woman you are to take on the task of clearing that all out on your own - you are such an inspiration! I really hope with some saw dust or kitty litter the fuel and smell can be drawn out of that space. The flooring and walls appear to be very sturdy and would make a good base structure for something. The dense moss on the ground all around has so many fantastic uses! It's great for insulation and gardening. Thank you for always keeping the land in mind and the harmony of the landscape in your adventures. Loves and scritches to Moose. Blessings to you all!
My goodness you are testimony to complete woman power! Your grit, strength, and utter determination to complete such a nasty job is something to be proud of. Well done, you. Well done. 😊
Just found your channel. Very impressed you're doing this alone. Scientific books, typewriter and secluded woods. Makes me think of the Unibomber. 😬
You are so brave Brook to clean out all that junk. Sure was a big project to tackle. Hope you stay well after doing all the cleaning. There was some nasty looking stuff in that old bunker maybe 40 years or more.
Take care and stay safe . It will be interesting to see the outcome of this bunker.
That was a grueling job, it’s speaks loudly of your tenacity to survive. I cleaned up a burned building with a bass boat in it. It’s was a mangled charred mess, but was so glad it was gone out of my back yard. The neighbor had leta brush fire get out of hand. We were very upset about loosing our boat and a stack of mahogany wood pieces and numerous other tools. At the metal recycling place they had a giant swinging magnet that reached into my trailer and picked it up.
toooooo bad
I have so much respect for you and the hard work you do, especially while filming.
I love how your dog just relaxing in the truck while you work.
he wanted nothing to do with that filth
Girl! Be careful!! You sure are a strong lady!! God bless you!!! Y’all came a long way !! Cleaned up a lot from the last video!!! I really enjoy watching y’all!!!!
What a huge accomplishment Brooke, congratulations on getting that cleaned out. Dave is gonna be proud of you as he should! Your a hard worker!
Margie and Sara have said it ALL so well! I'd just like to add how much I loved your prayer of thanksgiving. May God bless you and keep you! Patrucia
The difference in batteries: Standard batteries will corrode and leak out over time. Industrial or Super Heavy Duty batteries have sealing gaskets and are made to better specs. So if you need them to sit a while, get the better grade. But if you blow through batteries really fast, get the cheap ones. I am surprised there was not a basement. Great work! What a trooper!
Thank the lord there wasn't a basement can't imagine the flooding and the gunk. Especially from the leaked gas. The film it might have left ontop of the water. 🤢 It would've had to been pumped out or at least that's the only thing I could imagine being done to get it all out. Then how would you seal it up so it doesn't happen again oh and not to mention trying to dry the area out so it docent mold or corrode faster. 😵💫🤯 What a nightmare that would've been.
Brooke, have you ever given consideration to maybe starting a fire on the floor which would eliminate the fuel smell as well as the rancid smell of decaying food. The smoke smell will dissipate too.
Before tackling the floor, get experts to check it out and advise you the best way to handle oil- soaked ground, as Kitty litter may NOT be the
best material to use, AND DO NOT USE IT FOR HUMAN OR ANIMAL HABITATION!
Thats awesome that you got the bunker all cleaned out yourself, and glad you didn't get hurt. Can't wait to see what you do with the it!
I'm glad she didn't get hurt also.
Goodness Gracious Brooke. What a big huge feat. Your patience, strength, and staying power is admirable 🏆🏅💫
CONGRATULATIONS!🍾
Use the propane
I work at a landfill and I’m amazed by how much good propane is thrown away. . Clean the threads, connect it, check connections with soapy water, no bubbles, good to go.
**ALWAYS NICE TO SEE YOU PACKING!!!**
**STAY SAFE & GOD BLESS YOU!!!**
It's Alaska and she's alone miles from other people. I could make the argument that it's irresponsible not to have a weapon immediately available.
@@denisefoot9823 You can be sure she does.
Just tuned in. You and Dave are the kind of neighbors I wish I had. I would volunteer my tractor and time for the cause. This is right up my alley
I'm very proud of Dave that he found something that must have been so extremely important that he couldn't help with this clean up. Way to go Dave!😊
I cant tell if this is sarcastically dissing dave or not
@@johne3735 I think Steve was making a joke, like sticking his elbow in Dave's side, so to speak.
I used to do all kinds of stuff like that I'm older now and it's much harder miss the good old days. When I had so much energy felt so good after doing everything getting a shower afterwards.
"Keep smiling! Love my bunker!" 😄
Girl! I know this was yuck, but you 💯% rocked this (especially that door!).
This video is so gratifying! Nothing worse than knowing that there’s a huge toxic mess on your land, and it’s just sitting there and festering in your mind😂. This is like a pimple popping video for landowners🙂
oh yeah
Haaahaaa good analogy.
@@therealgirlinthewoods Have you guys discussed about what you’re going to do with the building, if anything?
I am amazed that you a one woman power house got this done to completion! Scripture to remind us all…I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me! The goopy mess was enough for me to imagine the gross smell! Great job Brooke! I am sure when you progress in developing this place, this will have been the bigger accomplishment completed!
I love the way you pray for your food and for those whom watch your channel.
You remind me of me 30yrs ago. Im now sitting in my " tree house" the renovations 99.99% done. Youre in a good spot enjoy those times to remember later.hugs from another strong lady from Australia. KEEP PUSHING GIRL!
@ikls gu I miss Daisy too. :(
Always enjoy your videos Brooke. You are one tough cookie. I love your energy and enthusiasm
I can't wait to see what you and Dave eventually do with that.
The walls and floor seem solid. I'm sure you could make a great cabin out of it.
Probably won't completely get the smell out ever! But a roof, doors and shelves for some great storage. A cabin from scratch and a brand new get away is born!
I am totally impressed with how you persisted and by yourself cleaned that nightmare out. I can't wait to see what you do to fix it up. Please keep us posted on your progress? You are one heck of a hard worker. I enjoyed you on Alone as well. Cheers!
Today is Sept 3rd. It's been 10 days since you posted your insane clean up of the bunker. I keep checking to see if you have posted anything since but 😕 nope. No doubt you are still wiped out from that gigantic job on the bunker 😁. Just don't burn out girl. All of us would miss you terribly. Funny how we can feel as if we know another and have grown to be close friends even when they've never actually met😂🤣. But that's how your video's effect myself and no doubt countless others❤️.
You have become such a part of our lives!
Blessings, sister in Christ, Brooke.
In Jesus
Brook🙋🍏🍎 and Opy🐕💖, too.😁
Brooke, you are a Survivor bunker Miracle! Dave you are so lucky to have such a keen wife. Best to you all
We will literally watch you do anything!! Would be a great basement for a raised cabin with a view! Kinda like a treehouse
yeah!
Me too--I watch it ALL !!! I won't ever be living off grid unless you know...
some very bad 'things n' stuff' further happen in the world....but I watch
everything cuz it is 'our' Brooke.
That's what I was thinking!
Okay, I just have to say, I can't agree 100%. I actually figured out what I wouldn't watch you do: sleep. Sorry, but that would be boring. No, hard as this job was, it was a kind of "can she do it?" fascination that kept me watching. And I'd watch you do most anything because it's that sweat equity stuff people seem to have lost. That was the price of the land right there, all that work you did, Brooke. Great, great job!
I can see this as your own private open air Mexican Cantina in the woods! String lights back and forth across the top for a “roof”, lay some tiles for the floor, rattan table and chairs with cushions made from Mexican blankets, light that fire up and throw some tortillas on top! MAGIC
Thank you Brook for showing me what one person can accomplish. I’m So very proud of YOU!👍☺️
You are one hard working lady! Looking forward to what is next!
Just watching this video is giving me anxiety. I would have just ignored it and gone on with my life. You are a much better person than I am, to deal with that mess.
I'd have set the whole thing in fire.
Love your videos . You’re such a light in the darkness for many . Thank you 🙏🏼
Great video and you showed more grit and determination than most people I know. Great Job Brooke!!!
Just curious as to how many of y'all Googled James Clifford of Fairbanks, Alaska after Brooke found the mail with his name on it? I for one am guilty and only found one by that name, born in 1945 and passed away in 2020.
quite a few!!!!!
As an amateur genealogist, I couldn't help but look too. I found an article he wrote in 2004 called “Looking Several Ways: Anthropology and Native Heritage in Alaska," turns out he's an Harvard-educated professor!
Thank you for praying for those of us watching 🙂👍.
You did an excellent job cleaning out that mess.
Oh my goodness! I have a whole new level of respect for you and your attitude towards this disgusting dumpster dive bunker job! YOU GO BROOKE!!! Thank you for showing such a great example of strength and determination. I can’t wait to see more of this land and what you’re going to do with it.
You are one hell of a woman, you've done a number of projects that I have never done 😃. I am sincerely proud of you for your hard work. That's the great thing about you that you are not a lazy person, you get down and dirty . 💯👍😎✌️❤️I love your videos they're not boring like some of these videos that are out there!!! God bless you and I pray that you will never have to use that bunker !! ! 💯👍🙏🏻😇
So interesting - wish we knew the former owner's motivations. Looks like he might have passed away in 2020. Follies aside, that person put alot of work into building the place and filling it with supplies.
He was definitely preparing for some catastrophe. Covered all bases.
It’s interesting when you see how much time and energy people put into preparing for survival in case the world “ends” and then it doesn’t. It always makes me wonder if they spent the same energy on living and enjoying the moment. I was talking to a prepper the other day, and I said, frankly if the world ends up like the day of the comet and there are no puppies, bbq with friends, beach sunsets, camping around a fire, horseback rides, laughing with kids over a board game I am not sure I want to survive. He looked at me and said , “gosh, I never thought of it that way.” But, like everything, to each own. I did like his book choices! Definitely not light reading.
@@kmsch986 Yeah -- I was part of and friends (IRL) with a handful of the original folks that called themselves "preppers" on RUclips. For me having some common sense preparedness (Skills, Food Storage, secondary Heat Sources, et al.). It was interesting to watch that original "Prepper" movement burn out (like the "Patriots" and "Survivalists") before them the more sane ones started calling themselves "Homesteaders" (...eventually that was corrupted with doomer crap too). The current economic situation has a resurgence of "Preppers". Fortunately, any bit of the toxic doomer crap didn't stick with me though I have seen quite a few folks slip into worse and worse delusions about the state of the world and desiring authoritarian political solutions. The books were interesting to me as I see some echos of myself (the bookshelf next to me has some botany textbooks, Bushcraft books by Mors Kohanski, and assorted other DIY skills books).
Might be him: RetuRns
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Becoming Indigenous in the twenty-First Century
James Clifford
@@ctech24 If that is the same person that is really interesting. It would explain all of the scholarly textbooks.
Nice job!! I can only imagine how great the shower felt at the end of that!!! Freshly cleaned clothes after dealing with that muck must have felt awesome!!
I'm kind of in awe of this guy's stash, especially the library. Priceless! This guy was planning to repopulate the earth after it all went to heck, and preserve mankind's science in the process 😆👍👍
😂😂😂. Indeed!
I googled him and there's not a lot. Looks like he was a professor and did write a couple of research papers. It appears anthropology was his field. I make the assumption that he was not very close to his family judging from his very sparse obituary.
You are proof that the human mind and spirit can do anything. I don't think there's anyone here that wouldn't have helped you had we had the chance. Cannot wait to see what happens next.