Just found this channel. Wow... someone offering experienced advice with credibility and integrity rather than contrived content motivated by revenue. Thank you
@johnmackey3937Күн бұрын
I looked at land in a mobile home/modular home 55+ park called Barefoot Bay in Sebastian Florida, you own the land, a parcel with what looks like a driveway leading to concrete pad where a house would have been (no structure on property) $65,000 3,900 sq feet property, utilities available. Cheapest empty lot 7,400 sq feet, $49,900.
@johnmackey3937Күн бұрын
Can a lot number be filed as an address with local government?
@wildernesshermitКүн бұрын
@@johnmackey3937 It’s my understanding that most lots have an assigned address associated with it which is the primary address. Thanks John
@retirementbootcampoff-grid2375 күн бұрын
Did you see my shout out? Hope you are enjoying the new year so far on KZbin, my friend. RBC
@shadowband7015 күн бұрын
Hi Mike and Lori...hope you're having an enjoyable time at this time of year. Wishing you both well for the New Year, and beyond 🙏 Jean 🌻
@wildernesshermit14 күн бұрын
@@shadowband70 Thanks Jean, wishing you the same.
@shadowband7014 күн бұрын
@wildernesshermit 👌🙂
@erikayano430428 күн бұрын
Great news on the water! Keep up the good work 😊
@fs_daveАй бұрын
If you buy rural property that has an existing agricultural tax exemption, make sure any improvements you make don't affect that. Ag exemptions can save you thousands per year on property taxes.
@wildernesshermitАй бұрын
Very true. Excellent advice, thanks fs_dave.
@RyanMercerАй бұрын
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@RyanMercerАй бұрын
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@RyanMercerАй бұрын
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@RyanMercerАй бұрын
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@wildernesshermitАй бұрын
@@RyanMercer Many thanks Ryan.
@rongray4118Ай бұрын
Worried about human waste? Incinolet toilet solves that problem right off the bat + a grey water system with Earthship style planters for growing food.
@rongray4118Ай бұрын
Con-pliance... just like everything else.
@mcwhorter141mcwhorter8Ай бұрын
I didn't get a notification and just found your new upload today, great to see you and happy thanksgiving.
@wildernesshermitАй бұрын
@@mcwhorter141mcwhorter8 I’ve had that happen too. Thanks for letting me know. Happy thanksgiving to you as well.
@dalecocking2907Ай бұрын
I've heard that dryer sheets work well at keeping rodents out of an engine compartment. I used them on a vehicle that was in storage for 9 months out of the year, and it seemed to do the trick.
@wildernesshermitАй бұрын
I've tried them with mixed results but it might be time to try again. Thanks.
@dalecocking2907Ай бұрын
Great video!
@wildernesshermitАй бұрын
Many thanks, I appreciate your comment.
@rainbows-r-us1092 ай бұрын
I think that the only protection from rats and other varmints chewing on cables would be a garage with a cement floor. It would cost a lot no doubt but I don't see another solution. On the plus side, it would protect the paint job, tires and everything else from the rain and sun. $700 for towing sounds about like what I have heard of for the longer distances and more difficult scenarios. An easy tow in the city for just 5 miles cost me $85. Cost of living has gone up a lot, any type of work costs double now what it did before the pandemic. Hope you post more videos, I reached this last one this morning. I will check out some of your recommended channels as well. I posted on Reddit in \PovertyFIRE about your channel a few days ago, perhaps that gave it a little bump. FIRE means Financial Independence, Retire Early.
@wildernesshermitАй бұрын
@@rainbows-r-us109 once again I thank you for the excellent comment. Your right about a garage and the towing cost. I was wondering why my channel subscriptions took a sudden jump. It was you! Many many thanks Rainbows. You articulate comments and support are greatly appreciated.
@rainbows-r-us1092 ай бұрын
I have never seen a commercial when watching videos on this channel. I think some channels have commercials, others like this one don't.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
There are a few that KZbin includes, most are click through. I'm not sponsored by anyone no will I ever bother pestering viewers with ads for companies who give me anything free or otherwise. When I'm watching someones video and they launch in to an ad for a sponsor I click out. Thanks Rainbows for your great comment contributions.
2 ай бұрын
Nice place!
2 ай бұрын
Nice work!
@Poncho7582 ай бұрын
Love it so inspiring
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
@@Poncho758 Thanks Poncho, comments like that is my motivation to keep posting videos.
@rainbows-r-us1092 ай бұрын
Here's a comment from Wrong Planet: "The old hermit gets better and better, the more videos I watch of his. I think he is really warming up as he goes along. Watching from oldest ----> newest. Most annoying thing about KZbin is that at the end of his video, the site proceeds to a different channel, which is invariably annoying and totally antithetical to everything that old hermit stands for. If I tune into a channel, it is because I want to watch THAT channel. There is no setting I know of on KZbin to change this behavior."
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
@@rainbows-r-us109Many thanks for your kind words and watching the videos. KZbins platform seems to be based on a mysterious algorithm that doesn’t always get it right. Lol
@rainbows-r-us1092 ай бұрын
@@wildernesshermit I seldom tune in to KZbin at all, and when I do, I know exactly who and what I want to watch, and it is nothing but that. Perhaps most people are different and just surf from channel to channel and prefer variety. At any rate, there is no setting I can find on KZbin to quit proceeding to a random channel. I like your channel a lot, because you have a lot of good advice that makes sense and make the case for moderation and common sense. I am watching from oldest --> newest to take in everything in order, and usually watch 1-2 videos per day since it was recommended on Wrong Planet. Specific question (that may get answered later in a video you have already made) is: what do you eat? This is a huge problem if you are in a remote area, it seems to me that nutrition might be limited to canned foods. What is your opinion on the need for fresh fruits and vegetables, which we are told in the media is important for health? Also, do you exercise? What is your contingency plan if there is a medical emergency? I know these are difficult questions, hope you don't mind. I was trying to envision myself living like that out in the boonies, I think I would probably prefer a small town, however I think it is a very interesting lifestyle that used to be commonplace among our ancestors.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Hey there Rainbows, Those are excellent questions and I welcome them. I've done a few videos on the "Realities" of remote off grid living. It requires a strong conviction in order to deal with many thing often taken for granted in populated urban areas. Our closet food sources, 14 miles down the mountain, are a small mom and pop grocery store and a recently built Family Dollar store. The selection is limited and often sold out. Rice, potatoes, lettuce, tomatoes, eggs, chicken, canned fruit (on rare occasions fresh) yogurt and frozen vegetables. We are in a vast food desert but do surprisingly well if you keep a cheerful "Take what you can get" mindset. Medical emergencies and healthcare are a crap shoot. The bottom line is simply knowing that you rely on yourself and continued blessing from the mystical Divine Province. But isn't that the truth wherever one lives.
@rainbows-r-us1092 ай бұрын
"Don't Know" is good advice. I find advantages to adopting an open mind to people, places and ideas. In this manner, it is possible to make friends and avoid enemies, and adapt better to change. I still think it is important to Know yourself. Certainly Wildnress Hermit seems to know himself. I think you cannot escape knowing yourself if you live in solitude for nine years.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
@@rainbows-r-us109 Thanks Rainbows, the concept of “Don’t know” is it’s the opening to “The knowing”. Spending time in total solitude is one of my core beliefs and you understand. Thanks again.
@rainbows-r-us1092 ай бұрын
They are us !
2 ай бұрын
I enjoy hearing what you have to say, I appreciate you. I'm sure others who watch your channel feel the same way.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Many thanks. Your encouragement is appreciated.
@Dancing_Alone_wRentals2 ай бұрын
What do ya know.....there is a lot to think about. tHanks for the video
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
My pleasure. Thanks for commenting it's appreciated.
@BibleIsLife2 ай бұрын
Hi brother, I'm an ex-hindu. I really felt the urge to let you know that about 10 years ago I found Jesus. He is the true living God who died for my sins, your sins and the sins of the whole world. Never think you're alone in this journey of life. Jesus loves you and He wants to offer you a better life-eternal life. Please repent of your sins and seek Jesus with all your heart.
@retirementbootcampoff-grid2375 күн бұрын
Namaste, friend.
@dalecocking29072 ай бұрын
Beautiful property you have there. I was wondering, do you do anything for fire control? That dry grass looks like it would only need a small spark or lit ember from a cigarette butt to go up in flames.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Good point Dale, it is a concern. We store 3,000 gallons of water and actually do cut the grass. Thanks for commenting Dale.
@rainbows-r-us1092 ай бұрын
This channel was recommended on Wrong Planet.
@b.abrackus64032 ай бұрын
I would love to hear about your life when you were just starting out in this world in the 60s or before, the culture, the places you lived, the jobs you worked at...l'll bet it's been an interesting ride! this may not be something you want to discuss, and l can respect that, just thought l would ask❤
@b.abrackus64032 ай бұрын
I guess this question doesn't mean anything to you..l would buy you a carton of smokes..
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Many thanks, I appreciate the question and I have thought about that. It would be rather involved because I’ve seen and done many things.
@Dancing_Alone_wRentals2 ай бұрын
Great news on the water.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Dancing.
@helidude35022 ай бұрын
I encounter snakes occasionally while riding my bike on trails. I’m usually not looking for them at the time and it surprises both me and the snakes. We’ve always come to the mutual agreement to go our separate ways 😁 I’m sure that some are non-venomous, but unlike the police videos, I’m not pestering them for ID
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
lol. Indeed. Thanks for stopping by helidude.
@jeffl32052 ай бұрын
Hello hermit. There's no doubt you were referring to MORR, just across the border in Utah, where the World Largest Off-Road Wrecker resides. Since you say you are a subscriber, you ought to know 1) that they don't charge for recovery if you agree to let them put the recovery on their channel, 2) their rollback does a lot of work on the roads so it is not suited to off-road, 3) they have a fleet of vehicles that is unmatched in the off-road recovery business and can recover everything from a dirty bike to a semi truck and trailer, 4) they are also capable of doing trail repairs that allow customers to drive out on their own, saving lots of time and money. Whoever you ended up paying for your recovery probably charged you a fair price for off-road service. It ain't cheap; and you should be prepared for that in the wilderness. How much do you think a life-emergency helicopter ride costs when you rumble that pickup off the trail. Your insurance and a second mortgage won't cover it. BTW, you have seen that MORR is currently building an off-road rollback (though it is for SxS and Rzr recoveries, primarily and not big enough for Jeeps and pickups. Stay safe out there. Don't drink untreated water, lol.✌️
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Hey there Jeff. No I'm hundreds of miles from Utah. This is a company in Northern Arizona. The owner has since left a message that he's looking into the misinformation I received and thanked me. Thanks for the information, I appreciate your input.
@rodgereckert52412 ай бұрын
Your voice is so calming. It is so good to hear such positivity. Great news on the water! Sending best wishes to you and Lori!!!
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Rodger, we send best wishes in return.
@lunchboxproductions11832 ай бұрын
The title of this video should be "The truth about living off grid-Be self sustainable or pay up"
@arttaylor15092 ай бұрын
Saw a few off road you tubers comment that they would not take their rollback onto dirt. Funny how they say in video that they do any job!
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Indeed. It seems to be a common claim that's not always backed up I guess. Thanks Art.
@just_observing12 ай бұрын
Glad you're OK! It's the way that most yt creators are FOS
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Indeed and thanks.
@jburbinski70572 ай бұрын
There is another channel out there called Boss of the Swamp, older fellow likes it simple - he is up on a mountain side in New Hampshire - anyways a few years back he had the same issue with his vehicle and his insurance covered it - Just thought I mention it as you did not say if you had made a insurance claim on it
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Excellent suggestion, Lori's looking into that as I write this. Many thanks Burbinski. I'll also check out that channel.
@lakecrab2 ай бұрын
I had battey failure in a parking lot just a few nights ago. I walked to an AutoZone about a quarter mile from my stalled car. Bought a new battery for about 200 bucks. I may not have really needed it (about 3 yo) but I knew that a wrecker was going to cost me a good chunk of change. So, i'm back on the road but it was a workout to replace the battery in my gen 9 Impala. CURSE you GM. Oh, I am now carring a little Harbor Freight, "Viking" jump starter pack in the trunk.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Indeed a wise decision. The less people you have to get involved in a problem often results in a better outcome. Those jump starter packs are worth their weight in gold and aren't too costly. Yes, what's with automotive design in so many cars these days that makes a simple battery swap out such a struggle. Thanks for you input lakecrab.
@timothypeterson19032 ай бұрын
I live in western New York and I am currently getting the emergency road kit and jump box ready for winter driving. I only put these items in the car for long drives in the summer. I take the jump box in and out of the vehicle in winter every time I go out.
@dalecocking29072 ай бұрын
That's a sweet little setup you got there. 👍
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Dale, it's been 29 years. I did a video a while back with the total cost, building and land.
@abelincoln32612 ай бұрын
FYI you could have rented a truck and hooked a strap to your truck towed it to the highway and put it on a trailer yourself. or rented a truck and trailer and taken it to town for half that...
@abelincoln32612 ай бұрын
Over the last few years many many KZbin channels are fakes, frauds... Professional production companies hire models actors to produce content that is basically a reality show.. nothing is real.. They film for a year or so have their models actors staff etc sign MDA s then put out a few videos pay to push them if they take off,. they do another year of production. Vanlife, Offgrid, Travel, etc... they produce all kinds of channels they tend to go for what ever is hot ... at the time, use the current trend to suck up their material in it's wake...
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Absolutely correct with so many channels. I limit my viewing to a small select few. Thanks Abe for the input.
@KarenWolf-h3o2 ай бұрын
So very sorry for the auto trouble, the expense for that tow is unbelievable.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Thanks Karen, it's a bit much isn't it. The driver was almost hysterical about the roads.
@KarenWolf-h3o2 ай бұрын
Maybe he should rethink his profession. Lol
@KarenWolf-h3o2 ай бұрын
Good to see you again. Blessings for sharing a small part of your lives❤️
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Thanks Karen, it's our pleasure to do so.
@FatGuyinaLittleWoods2 ай бұрын
$793 is crazy! Might need to get a horse
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Hey FG, I've seriously considered it. The only alternative would be something mechanically simpler, perhaps an old VW Baja Bug. Where the engine is far more accessible. Thanks my friend.
@rvlivingwiththegeezer77912 ай бұрын
Catching up on videos. I really enjoy your videos. I find your tone very calming and relaxing.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Thanks Geez. We all need a little calm and relaxation these days.
@mobiltec2 ай бұрын
"YOU" tube is not "You" tube any longer... Now it's GOOGLE tube. A lot of the crap people watch and think is real is not anywhere close to real any longer. Now it's all about the money. I was on You Tube before Google owned it. The technology wasn't there yet but back then there was no financial incentive. It's all been ruined now.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
I absolutely agree Larry and have tried pointing that out in a few videos. I just came back from your channel and subscribed. Thanks for stopping bye and staying with the platform so we can still come across all of the wonderfully real people out there.
@ruthespy15762 ай бұрын
Always good to see you online. Congrats on getting water close-by!
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Ruth and yes, isn't it a wonderment.
@cargotrailerkenny2 ай бұрын
You know you are living a simple life when you have a deep appreciation for one of the most essential needs of life...water. Good to see you post once in awhile Mike.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Kenny, indeed water, the true mana from the heavens.
@michaelmckelvy81822 ай бұрын
Any mobile mechanics near your area? Wouldn’t need to tow that way.
@robertlewis31162 ай бұрын
Good question. If not, that would be a good job opportunity for someone.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Unfortunately no Michael. A good mobil mechanic would be a blessing. Thanks for participating in the comments.
@wildernesshermit2 ай бұрын
Sure would, there's a tremendous need out here. Thanks Robert.