@FloridasWildest I know you’ve said that bentonite won’t work for the ponds but have y’all looked into clay blanket liners or asphalt sealed fabric liners? I would think the asphalt sealed fabrics would be sturdy enough for the alligators and I know the UF has some really great info on the use…..something to check into at least!
Or even geosynthetic RPE or RPP liners…..which are said to be puncture resistant (although I’m not sure if they have properly alligator tested that theory)
Thank you Chris for keeping true to your dream. I can verify, Chris grew up in a simple home, with a passion for all animals. He was always bringing home critters and his Mom graciously let him turn their screened porch into an animal habitat. Chris was my sons friend and he taught us all so much about animals, even at a young age. Thank you Chris! Thank you for having a heart for the animals and building your dream rescue habitat with your own hands. Definitely a worthwhile work to contribute to!
As someone who grew up below the poverty I truly appreciate the hustle. You’ve worked hard for what you have and that’s wonderful. It should definitely be applauded. You are all are great people!
My dad is a general contractor. Hes currently building a huge warehouse and is pouring the concrete this week. Though he lives in Michigan so i know he couldn't help in any other way than advice and maybe general cost estimates. Ill send him this video in the morning and see if he can share any advice.
Thank you 2 for all yall do to help rescue all these poor critters..😊❤ Can you imagine what a wonderful world this would be if people would stop taking critters out of their natural environment.😢
You are both amazing. This is how animal RUclips creators should be…educating and advocating. Love what your doing and yes it’s super expensive. I wish I was rich but I’m not. I really hope people donate and help you guys. It makes me sick seeing people donating to already rich creators or silly ones, when there are people like you, making a real difference and contributing to the world, especially the animal world. If I was in Florida, I would totally donate my time to help since I’m not financially able to help, but I live in Australia so that’s not going to work either. Best I can do is continue to watch and hit the like button. Thank you for all you do and thank you from all the animals ❤🐾
Ya'll couldn't have picked a better place for the sanctuary, the land is amazingly beautiful. I get so excited watching every new update and seeing everything coming together. Those crocodile statues out front are so cool but I couldn't help but wonder what Chris is gonna do with his dinosaur head! I could spend all day at that place you bought them and wish there was a neat place like that here in Homestead. Well, I hope ya'll get the answers your looking for about the gator pond and I look forward to your next video update.
You guys are amazing you deserve all the help you get and much much more Thank you Chris and Gabby for all you do are doing and continue to do you're in my prayers
You guys are awesome for what you do and I love you both for loving the animals that are helpless ❤️ I am So glad I stumbled upon you on fb! Will continue to follow and help when I can.
I've always loved your videos. I can't tell you how ecstatic I am that you and Chris are out here making your dreams come true!!! the fact that those dreams include creating a sanctuary for many different kinds of animals is even more amazing. I'm so proud of you both. I know when you're taking care of so many animals 24/7, your needs sometimes come second. I love you both and can't wait to see how your sanctuary continues to grow. 🧡🐊🐕🐖🐐🐢🦔🐓🐦🦉🦆🦃🦊🐍🐈🐑🐔🦅 🧡
you guys rock, if I had money I would totally help you out. I really hope you find some people to help you in this journey, what a beautiful young couple full of goodness and kindness for these extraordinary creatures, you give me hope!
Ask Dingo, he's also building a croc park in his new animal kingdom and has already changed his design which is 2 levels. He has loads of knowledge. We South Africans know how to work on tight budgets.
I say find some concrete pourers and pick their brains, figure out the best possible way to make this happen without spending a fortune 🥰 y'all are amazing I'm sure someone will help y'all get this project done! 💙💙💙💙💙
I'm going to ask my family some questions and get back to y'all. my uncles poured concrete for a long time. they done foundations for houses poured in basements etc so I'm sure I can get some kind of baseline info. if there's anything specific lmk and I'll see what answers we get hopefully its somewhat beneficial in the least
You guys are amazing. You are doing an amazing job saving these poor animals that are mostly mistreated by people who are trying their best but like you keep saying " these are wild animals" keep loving your life so these guy are safe and cared for.
Chris and Gabby you are the real deal. I love and appreciate what you both do. I will def send a donation soon. It all helps. Please keep doing these videos. I enjoy following your escapades lol. Chandler and Stone seem to get gator rescues pretty often. Have you contacted them? You are right. Use your followers for contact information. Those helpful quotes are worth a lot. ❤
You guys are great. Lots of respect for what you are trying to accomplish. Your animals are well taken care of at much sacrifice to your lifestyle and finances
I know I am a few days late in viewing this, but have you guys thought about doing a GoFundMe campaign? I can’t express just how much I love what you guys are doing. I have dreamed of opening my own animal sanctuary some day, and it is a dream that I hope I can make a reality, the only thing that is stopping me is $$$$!! But I am currently working on that. I hope to be able to support you guys financially when I am in a better position. Keep doing what you are doing. Much love from Australia. Leanne 🤗🙏🏼🌸
You are both amazing, As much as I love many of your peers on RUclips, your ethos is second to none, Being based in the UK I am happy to say we don't have such an issue with dumped exotics, but many of our native species are struggling, and although I have very little myself after having to medically retire, I always give to many animal rescues and rehabbers, even if it is just artwork they can sell or auction off, and would happily extend that offer to yourselves.
Maybe once you get some good direction on concrete, it can go on your wishlist and we can pitch in. Thank you for the wonderful care you give to animals!
You both are the very best. Your calmness with the animals, and your passion for rescuing these animals is so wonderful. Thank you for being a sanctuary for these animals in need. Wish I was rich so I could give a ton of money. It might help you to post more videos? I don't know if that helps people get more subscribers and more ad revenue.
You are great, guys! Thanks for this video - and specifically for pointing out that with hard work and saving you can realize your dreams. I loved that message.
wow, had no idea Coatis were potentially that dangerous! I petted one the first time I saw one in a parking lot near a dormant volcano crater in Costa Rica. It must have been super used to tourists, it was so friendly, got lucky there! And thank for rescuing it, you guys do great work, hope I can visit the sanctuary one day.
Thank you both so much for doing what y'all do for all these beautiful animals y'all really are amazing and are doing a great job i love y'all so much and keep doing what you're doing because its amazing and changing the life of each and everyone of these amazing animals so they can live their best lives...❤
Your house is very nice, and the property is beautiful. Having all that acreage is great as well. Lot's of land on which to recreate and enjoy your lives. You two are outdoor people, and in my opinion, it is better to have a nice house and lots of acreage, especially considering your passion for taking care of animals. Perhaps you will be able to renovate or even rebuild your home so you can have your dream house at some future date. i love these videos from this property as well as seeing all your animals.
This is just a thought about the gator ponds. Why not dig the pond deeper and wider, put a liner in than cover with a deep layer of sand. This is something you guys could discuss with possibly someone that builds ponds
Now that’s the Florida I remember 65 years ago when I was a child, lol!!! All those wonderful treasures, especially the Dino of all dinosaur tchotchke! Love it! Oh no! No Flamingos…my heart is broken!
First of all thank you for saving animals, people more than ever are just dropping animals off cause they can't afford them or because it is a wild animal and now they can't handle it. And here a two people rescuing with very little money and trying to provide the best care and trying to mirror places for them to be comfortable as possible. These are good honest thoughtful people can't we help the animals by helping with monetary means so that they can provide for these well deserved rescued animals. 🤗 these animals
The gator pond actually looks much bigger now, not sure why, maybe the rain has flattened it out. A humble video. Hopefully that builder with experience and the heart steps forward.
That place looks so neat, the alligator statues are so cool and the dinosaur one is cool too. Everything looks amazing there yall are Killin it, keep up the amazing things you guys do
@15:49, it’s crazy, but some ppl underestimate raccoons too. If you get one cornered, that cute fluffy trash panda isn’t just going to rollover, so you can rub it’s belly. SMH, ya right.
When it comes to concrete you'll be surprised to know it can be cheap when storms happen. They plan on a tons of concrete and it's cancelled bc of of rain but small projects " not saying yours is small but compared to roads" they could give you concrete pennies on the dollar. In Florida it rains one side of the street and not the other. So always call around non stop on big concrete projects.
Have you guys looked into learning how to Do it yourself for Concrete, I mean you have sand there which is an ingredient for Concrete mixed with Gravel and Cement, If you try to make it yourself you might be able to reduce the costs to Cement. Not an expert but brainstorming what could be possible doesn't hurt.
Hey - re: ponds - I just happened to be watching one of Chandler's old videos: Swimming with my Crocodle. In it he's at (with?) Kamp Kenan (not familiar with that channel) who mentions he 'knows the people' to do the pond setup he has going on with the natural filtration. You were wanting pond contacts so it can't hurt to reach out to them and gather the intel on that resource, assuming it still exists. Might or might not help with concrete sourcing (I think you mentioned the concrete bottom is a requirement) but I was thinking if peeps do ponds they do all kinds or know of other liners that might meet your requirements. Hope y'all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Love your channel and the passion. Wish I didn’t live at the opposite corner of the country or I would gladly donate my time . With the price of everything going up and out control I’m sure big projects get a little expensive. Not the best with # but construction is all I’ve done for over 25 yrs I got a lot of experience in fencing and framing and unfortunately my fare share of concrete work lol . If there’s anything I can help with just shoot me a message and if I can’t give you the answer I know a lot of business owners that can give me their opinion . Again love all that you 2 do for the community and willing to help with what I can
What about that compacted rubber ground that they have in outdoor waterparks? I assume it has to be applied over concrete and that's not really saving $$$, but if you can get really cheap concrete, maybe that'd be a nice option for the gators?
I learned the hard way to get 3 estimates from folks who come well recommended…with pre-research online as to the average cost. I help people if I can and they need it but strongly object to folks who are less than truthful or downright right con artists. Oh.. and I stopped asking things like “what do you think is fair?” You’re not alone, lol.
Our large coatimundi enclosure is finished! Video is out! ❤
@FloridasWildest I know you’ve said that bentonite won’t work for the ponds but have y’all looked into clay blanket liners or asphalt sealed fabric liners? I would think the asphalt sealed fabrics would be sturdy enough for the alligators and I know the UF has some really great info on the use…..something to check into at least!
Or even geosynthetic RPE or RPP liners…..which are said to be puncture resistant (although I’m not sure if they have properly alligator tested that theory)
Thank you Chris for keeping true to your dream. I can verify, Chris grew up in a simple home, with a passion for all animals. He was always bringing home critters and his Mom graciously let him turn their screened porch into an animal habitat. Chris was my sons friend and he taught us all so much about animals, even at a young age. Thank you Chris! Thank you for having a heart for the animals and building your dream rescue habitat with your own hands. Definitely a worthwhile work to contribute to!
What a wonderful comment, thank you for sharing!
As someone who grew up below the poverty I truly appreciate the hustle. You’ve worked hard for what you have and that’s wonderful. It should definitely be applauded. You are all are great people!
My dad is a general contractor. Hes currently building a huge warehouse and is pouring the concrete this week. Though he lives in Michigan so i know he couldn't help in any other way than advice and maybe general cost estimates. Ill send him this video in the morning and see if he can share any advice.
Thank you 2 for all yall do to help rescue all these poor critters..😊❤
Can you imagine what a wonderful world this would be if people would stop taking critters out of their natural environment.😢
You are both amazing. This is how animal RUclips creators should be…educating and advocating. Love what your doing and yes it’s super expensive. I wish I was rich but I’m not. I really hope people donate and help you guys. It makes me sick seeing people donating to already rich creators or silly ones, when there are people like you, making a real difference and contributing to the world, especially the animal world. If I was in Florida, I would totally donate my time to help since I’m not financially able to help, but I live in Australia so that’s not going to work either. Best I can do is continue to watch and hit the like button. Thank you for all you do and thank you from all the animals ❤🐾
Ya'll couldn't have picked a better place for the sanctuary, the land is amazingly beautiful. I get so excited watching every new update and seeing everything coming together. Those crocodile statues out front are so cool but I couldn't help but wonder what Chris is gonna do with his dinosaur head! I could spend all day at that place you bought them and wish there was a neat place like that here in Homestead. Well, I hope ya'll get the answers your looking for about the gator pond and I look forward to your next video update.
Your property is beautiful..so happy you're living your dream..❤
Y'all are amazing! Those animals are so blessed by your hearts and dedication ❤️ 🐾
You are so kind
Everything is coming together beautifully! I cannot wait until you guys are open to the public for tours. These animals are so lucky 🐢🐴🥰
I love what you guys are doing - absolutely living my dream helping so many animals! 💙 Loving the updates on the sanctuary too!
Thanks so much!
Everything looks great - I love how natural the tortoise enclosures are!💚
You guys are amazing you deserve all the help you get and much much more Thank you Chris and Gabby for all you do are doing and continue to do you're in my prayers
You guys are awesome for what you do and I love you both for loving the animals that are helpless ❤️ I am So glad I stumbled upon you on fb! Will continue to follow and help when I can.
The 2 of you are blessings on this earth. 😊
I've always loved your videos. I can't tell you how ecstatic I am that you and Chris are out here making your dreams come true!!! the fact that those dreams include creating a sanctuary for many different kinds of animals is even more amazing. I'm so proud of you both. I know when you're taking care of so many animals 24/7, your needs sometimes come second. I love you both and can't wait to see how your sanctuary continues to grow.
🧡🐊🐕🐖🐐🐢🦔🐓🐦🦉🦆🦃🦊🐍🐈🐑🐔🦅 🧡
You guys are wonderful, and I always love seeing all the animals!
You both are amazing humans! Love the progress
you guys rock, if I had money I would totally help you out. I really hope you find some people to help you in this journey, what a beautiful young couple full of goodness and kindness for these extraordinary creatures, you give me hope!
Much appreciated!
Thanks!
Wow, thank you so so much!❤❤❤
Ask Dingo, he's also building a croc park in his new animal kingdom and has already changed his design which is 2 levels. He has loads of knowledge. We South Africans know how to work on tight budgets.
Love your enclosures. Bigger is better for sure. They will love the new one it's so big.
I say find some concrete pourers and pick their brains, figure out the best possible way to make this happen without spending a fortune 🥰 y'all are amazing I'm sure someone will help y'all get this project done! 💙💙💙💙💙
I'm going to ask my family some questions and get back to y'all. my uncles poured concrete for a long time. they done foundations for houses poured in basements etc so I'm sure I can get some kind of baseline info. if there's anything specific lmk and I'll see what answers we get hopefully its somewhat beneficial in the least
I love you guys, I could watch you all day, you do amazing things.
You guys are amazing. You are doing an amazing job saving these poor animals that are mostly mistreated by people who are trying their best but like you keep saying " these are wild animals" keep loving your life so these guy are safe and cared for.
Chris and Gabby you are the real deal. I love and appreciate what you both do. I will def send a donation soon. It all helps. Please keep doing these videos. I enjoy following your escapades lol. Chandler and Stone seem to get gator rescues pretty often. Have you contacted them? You are right. Use your followers for contact information. Those helpful quotes are worth a lot. ❤
You guys are great. Lots of respect for what you are trying to accomplish. Your animals are well taken care of at much sacrifice to your lifestyle and finances
I know I am a few days late in viewing this, but have you guys thought about doing a GoFundMe campaign?
I can’t express just how much I love what you guys are doing.
I have dreamed of opening my own animal sanctuary some day, and it is a dream that I hope I can make a reality, the only thing that is stopping me is $$$$!!
But I am currently working on that.
I hope to be able to support you guys financially when I am in a better position.
Keep doing what you are doing.
Much love from Australia.
Leanne 🤗🙏🏼🌸
I admire what you are doing, and you are doing a terrific job! I am looking forward to seeing that Amazon wish list. Will definitely donate!!😊
You are both amazing, As much as I love many of your peers on RUclips, your ethos is second to none, Being based in the UK I am happy to say we don't have such an issue with dumped exotics, but many of our native species are struggling, and although I have very little myself after having to medically retire, I always give to many animal rescues and rehabbers, even if it is just artwork they can sell or auction off, and would happily extend that offer to yourselves.
Maybe once you get some good direction on concrete, it can go on your wishlist and we can pitch in.
Thank you for the wonderful care you give to animals!
I wish I lived closer I would totally want to volunteer and help out.
Barberville is so much fun to explore…..we always stop on our way home from the pancake house in Deleon Springs❤️
You both are the very best. Your calmness with the animals, and your passion for rescuing these animals is so wonderful. Thank you for being a sanctuary for these animals in need. Wish I was rich so I could give a ton of money. It might help you to post more videos? I don't know if that helps people get more subscribers and more ad revenue.
I love that crocodile statue. It’s beautiful.❤
Such a wonderful dream come true! Congratulations on making your dream come true
You are great, guys! Thanks for this video - and specifically for pointing out that with hard work and saving you can realize your dreams. I loved that message.
wow, had no idea Coatis were potentially that dangerous! I petted one the first time I saw one in a parking lot near a dormant volcano crater in Costa Rica. It must have been super used to tourists, it was so friendly, got lucky there! And thank for rescuing it, you guys do great work, hope I can visit the sanctuary one day.
I am wanting so bad to get ya'll something from the wish list and yes I've went to look at it and everything was paid for. That's so amazing.
Thank you for what you two do! Love your videos. Following from Washington State!
The side look at the turkey mid convo 😂
Thank you both so much for doing what y'all do for all these beautiful animals y'all really are amazing and are doing a great job i love y'all so much and keep doing what you're doing because its amazing and changing the life of each and everyone of these amazing animals so they can live their best lives...❤
Wow that place is awesome, I love all the animal statues!
You guys are such a wholesome couple. God bless you. Love from Bangladesh 🐯🤍
Great job yall from central Florida Pasco County 🎉👍👌🐊🙏👏🎉
Thanks !
The Dino head 😂😂😂. You two keep that little bit of kid inside! It’s fun ☺️
Your house is very nice, and the property is beautiful. Having all that acreage is great as well. Lot's of land on which to recreate and enjoy your lives. You two are outdoor people, and in my opinion, it is better to have a nice house and lots of acreage, especially considering your passion for taking care of animals. Perhaps you will be able to renovate or even rebuild your home so you can have your dream house at some future date. i love these videos from this property as well as seeing all your animals.
The property looks great. Can’t wait to see the alligator ponds get finished!!!!!!!!
Comet the turkey is so handsome! 🤩
Coatis sound terrifying. I commend you for taking care of them.
Who knew, that turkeys are soo sweet!
That big alligator statue would be an epic mailbox, if the letters went into its mouth.
I love u guy truly I grew up watching Steve Irwin and animal planet so I’ve loved animals
This is just a thought about the gator ponds. Why not dig the pond deeper and wider, put a liner in than cover with a deep layer of sand. This is something you guys could discuss with possibly someone that builds ponds
Now that’s the Florida I remember 65 years ago when I was a child, lol!!! All those wonderful treasures, especially the Dino of all dinosaur tchotchke! Love it! Oh no! No Flamingos…my heart is broken!
First of all thank you for saving animals, people more than ever are just dropping animals off cause they can't afford them or because it is a wild animal and now they can't handle it. And here a two people rescuing with very little money and trying to provide the best care and trying to mirror places for them to be comfortable as possible. These are good honest thoughtful people can't we help the animals by helping with monetary means so that they can provide for these well deserved rescued animals. 🤗
these animals
Jumanji looked like he wanted some scratches from you, Chris!
Great update folks, do guys are doing a great job
I really love your videos and admire your great work and dedication 👏 ❤
❤ Great RESPECT ❤
Call Greg wittstock the pond guyhe or ed the pond professor has strong products that would work we’ll maybe try getting a donation for the pond
The gator pond actually looks much bigger now, not sure why, maybe the rain has flattened it out.
A humble video. Hopefully that builder with experience and the heart steps forward.
That place looks so neat, the alligator statues are so cool and the dinosaur one is cool too. Everything looks amazing there yall are Killin it, keep up the amazing things you guys do
Aw Happy belated Bday Chris!🎉🎂
You are one busy man. I watch your other channel Gator Chris. I just found this one. Keep doing what you are doing.
Compaction is the least expensive method of dealing with sandy soil in Florida.
That's so awesome they're too cool. So nice. That shop is now a must.
Happy Birthday Chris. The gator decor looks great! ❤
Wow! The red foots enclosure looks amazing with the ferns on the logs
Majestic even
Watched from Western Australia ❤
U two are amazing and I would love to travel from Canada someday to visit your sanctuary
If you find any wild Florida cactus growing out there the torts love it.The place is looking great!
Thank you for all your knowledge. You guys are great
Love everything so far! Keep up the hard work! 🐕🦃🐓🐊🦡🐢
They are so cute🥰
Happy Birthday you guys are truly amazing saving animals i love animals too but scared of snakes thanks so very much
@15:49, it’s crazy, but some ppl underestimate raccoons too. If you get one cornered, that cute fluffy trash panda isn’t just going to rollover, so you can rub it’s belly. SMH, ya right.
When it comes to concrete you'll be surprised to know it can be cheap when storms happen. They plan on a tons of concrete and it's cancelled bc of of rain but small projects " not saying yours is small but compared to roads" they could give you concrete pennies on the dollar. In Florida it rains one side of the street and not the other. So always call around non stop on big concrete projects.
keep it up guys - when there's a will there's a way...and you are on your way.
Good work 👏 💪
Talk to Jerry Wolfe who is camp kenan friend. He does it all and my guess knows the cost or some what ballpark range.
That's a great idea! Hopefully they see this. Jerry is excellent!
Have you guys looked into learning how to Do it yourself for Concrete, I mean you have sand there which is an ingredient for Concrete mixed with Gravel and Cement, If you try to make it yourself you might be able to reduce the costs to Cement. Not an expert but brainstorming what could be possible doesn't hurt.
Hey - re: ponds - I just happened to be watching one of Chandler's old videos: Swimming with my Crocodle. In it he's at (with?) Kamp Kenan (not familiar with that channel) who mentions he 'knows the people' to do the pond setup he has going on with the natural filtration. You were wanting pond contacts so it can't hurt to reach out to them and gather the intel on that resource, assuming it still exists. Might or might not help with concrete sourcing (I think you mentioned the concrete bottom is a requirement) but I was thinking if peeps do ponds they do all kinds or know of other liners that might meet your requirements. Hope y'all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Love your channel and the passion. Wish I didn’t live at the opposite corner of the country or I would gladly donate my time . With the price of everything going up and out control I’m sure big projects get a little expensive. Not the best with # but construction is all I’ve done for over 25 yrs I got a lot of experience in fencing and framing and unfortunately my fare share of concrete work lol . If there’s anything I can help with just shoot me a message and if I can’t give you the answer I know a lot of business owners that can give me their opinion . Again love all that you 2 do for the community and willing to help with what I can
What about that compacted rubber ground that they have in outdoor waterparks? I assume it has to be applied over concrete and that's not really saving $$$, but if you can get really cheap concrete, maybe that'd be a nice option for the gators?
That is so cool!!
Be sure to secure those sculptures and put a video camera on them to prevent theft.
I learned the hard way to get 3 estimates from folks who come well recommended…with pre-research online as to the average cost. I help people if I can and they need it but strongly object to folks who are less than truthful or downright right con artists. Oh.. and I stopped asking things like “what do you think is fair?” You’re not alone, lol.
People that take advantage of others that are doing something for the good of others or animals............can FO.
Danke!
Thank you so much!
❤❤hi dear❤super❤video❤❤
Love your dog it looks like a hyena
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Ask Brian Barczyk to put you touch with his pond building contacts.
That turkey is saying "Thanks for not eating me!"
Well one option would be to have several concrete people compete to give the best estimate kinda like a bid it's what the city does.
My husband knows concrete and fence and we did a whole 1/2 acer horse fence for 5k while they bought materials it's crazy they charge that much
So Cool
Coati is territorial ❤
So amazing guys..I mean really!!!!