#52 Back at the Cabins

I'm back from my winter break. The tent collapsed during a snow storm. Fortunately my neighbour Johannes was there to prevent major damages. It's a beautiful sunny week with warmer weather. I'm taking down most of the scaffolding and continue with the finishings of the roof.
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0:00 Intro by Johannes
7:55 Back at the cabins
12:00 Clearing snow
14:21 Batteries back in place
16:30 New tent poles
19:00 hair cut
19:56 drying fire wood
20:59 Thawing water pipes
23:26 Clearing scaffolding
24:18 Getting hurt
25:58 Painting
28:54 Taking down scaffolding
35:22 Dinner
37:59 Work on the roof

[@MartijnDoolaard]

Hey guys, great to see you all back here! And great to have a neighbour like Johannes. Actually, I was planning to take the tent down for my leaving, but Johannes was so kind to offer 'tent duty' for the short period. It almost didn't snow in January. But then there was just one night when it came down all at once. If I would have been there, I might have woken up in a collapsed tent. I also considered to reinforce the poles, but the manufacturer discouraged that idea, because the poles are designed to collapse first. Otherwise the tent fabric would probably tear, which is more difficult to repair. With 20cm there could be as much as 500kg of snow on the tent. Anyway, this is part of living outdoors in winter. All good in the end.

[@ivydickson7596]

Thanks Martijn, we are so happy to see you back and all is well with the world. I hope you had an awesome holiday. Greetings from New Zealand at 5.22 am

[@cleigh951]

How is your hand?

[@leenook2000]

Build a campfire or stove next to your outdoor kitchen and solar panels, it will melt the snow and ice. Boil water with snow, Pour hot water around the water pipe, the ice will melt and the water will flow. beware of fire. Waiting for weekly video updates, nice to see you back. It is useful to put water in a large kettle or large pot and boil a lot of warm water over a wood fire. Washing dishes, showering, washing clothes, thawing frozen soil…

[@jokadirb]

You are a lucky man with a neighbour like Johannes.

[@emmellj7133]

Good to see you back in Italy, but so are the gift-scams❗

[@larswille1196]

The saying "A good neighbour is worth more than faraway friends" really shined here. Massive probs to Johannes for being such a goodhearted and kind person and neighbour!

[@paranihiaanaru4414]

Shone here

[@maryegerton6848]

@@paranihiaanaru4414 don’t be rude. We knew what he meant.

[@jinx6493]

@@paranihiaanaru4414 tit

[@lindadaum9408]

You have a great friend! I’ve been worried about your place. I live in Colorado and some towns have over 300 inches of snow. January has had more snow than the last eight years than I have lived here. I thought that there was going to more snow on the ground at your place. Take care be safe. Glad your back. 😊

[@SceneArtisan]

Props,.. not probs. ;) Probs = problems.

[@vintagerazorsinc.7797]

Really laughed when Johannes quickly built the story of how the pole repair was in line with your thinking on using local materials. Not only a fine neighbour and kind man - but also a wit 😂

[@rnedisc]

Johannes isn't just an absolute saint of a person, he's also freaking hilarious. If the tent hadn't collapsed maybe we never would have had this gem. What a guy!

[@Itsaboutthewaterlife]

Well said.

[@CMoore8539]

Blessings sometimes come in disguise.👍💞

[@LariatLady150]

He is hilarious! "Duct tape is the thing that fixes everything." 😂🤣😂🤣 So true, but just hit me as funny coming from Johannes. 😂😂😂

[@andyminsky9435]

Johannes is such an intriguing character, funny and wise. What an asset as a friend, neighbor, and supporting actor to this channel! To not only fix the tent, with "locally sourced materials", so Martijn would have a place to sleep on return, but to turn it into content for Martijn's channel - he's the absolute best.

[@judyschepp8748]

AGREED🥰🥰👍💖😍

[@blablalandia897]

Total!😊

[@Pilot333]

I totally agree!!!

[@andyminsky9435]

@@valerielove9837 He dismantled and removed the inner cabin back when he started to replace the roof. You're clearly not following the process close enough! 😉

[@valerielove9837]

@Andy Minsky sorry I did not realize. As I watched 3 hours of it straight. I know that one cottage was better than the other. Thank you for letting me know.😀

[@koalachips3018]

Wow Johannes is such a kind soul for fixing your tent, what an amazing person

[@terrancebrown87]

Easily my favourite side character.

[@filipvonzagora]

He’s a man of God after all!

[@gillesc.4071]

Filmmaker too ! everybody who s living in mountain makes movies ? New Hollywood nextly in this part of world ...

[@camilleherminet8643]

And he’s hilarious !

[@mmkuyt]

Santo Subito!

[@gjones963]

It's been stated hundreds of times already but Johannes is truly an awesome neighbor. The fact that he even took time to make a little video in your style is so cool.

[@LariatLady150]

Amen!!

[@horatiostreet1]

Three cheers for Johannes! What a "stand up" neighbor and friend. He has great mechanical instincts and is a good selfie filmmaker, as well.

[@doulacoach6801]

No kidding. What a great guy & neighbor! Lucky there!

[@valaraukar_595]

Johannes's presence is a blessing.

[@ghomerhust]

an all-around fantastic human being!

[@stephenbabine3325]

Yes, along with duct tape 😉

[@janwillemfransens1177]

Good to see you again Martijn keeping on the good work you do. suddenly I saw the pinguïn on you left underarm the pinguïn is one of my favorite animals🐧💞🐧

[@valaraukar_595]

@@ionut.dragoiunu inteleg ce rost are comentariul tau. Mergi in alta parte cu bagarea in seama!

[@robertopontone]

Johannes is a very good friend, you are lucky to have him close.

[@krickette5569]

What a great friend and Funny man Johannes is! His humorous monologue about the "natural materials" he used to repair your tent had me laughing for sure!

[@jmazoso]

traditional duct tape

[@CwBDaveis.716]

What a blessing to have a neighbor like that -- taking all that time and effort to fix the tent, and still feeling bad about not "doing enough"-- must have been a lot better for Martijn to come home to an upright tent as opposed to immediately having to deal with his shelter--Kudos to Johannes!!!

[@judithburke1539]

I totally agree with you! Johannes is a wonderful neighbor!

[@CwBDaveis.716]

@@judithburke1539 In a world that seems on the verge of decimation, knowing that there are completely authentic people like him around gives me hope-

[@goldenarrow3]

What a wonderful neighbor, wish I had neighbors like that!!

[@CwBDaveis.716]

@@goldenarrow3 Same

[@daviemaclean61]

Johannes is a very good friend, an excellent bodger and not too bad cinematographer. Welcome back Martijn - we've missed you.

[@paranihiaanaru4414]

@martijndoolard Pfft

[@who2405]

the act of Johannes to (temporarily) fix your tent and filming it is heartwarming 🙏🏼

[@Javainthebox]

What a beautiful film and welcome home, Martijn! We’ve missed you! Johannes, you are an amazing human being and such a blessing in Martijn’s life. Thank you for the footage you shot and for being the neighbor and friend everyone dreams of having. Love and blessings to you both!❤️

[@martinsmith251]

Good to have you back. Glad that Johannes employed the ancient art of duck-taping. You can tell when a craft has been passed from father to son through the generations. ❤

[@FourIntoOne]

Everybody needs neighbours like Johannes.

[@runs_through_the_forest]

everybody needs to be more like Johannes and be that neighbor you wish you had? :p

[@chriskiefel7735]

Johannes is a true neighbor! How lucky you are! And I LOVED how he "sourced local materials" to fix the tent🤣

[@pegsbarton6353]

Johannes has a wicked sense of humour! I loved his 'local materials' logic. A good man to have nearby.😉

[@patriciapalmer3495]

Glad you are back. Great videos again!

[@jenaemarieAZ]

Duct tape!!! 😅

[@ootsgirl]

I checked back here every Sunday in case you were back and would sigh with disappointment . But you’re BACK now we’re all so glad. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻for Johannes and his good good heart. A. Good friend is a treasure.

[@almathees3839]

A Big Thanks to Johannes!!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 He saved ur tent! A Big shout out to the Outdoor kitchen! She stood like a Champ!!!🦾 You came back & brewed some coffee!! The hue from the sky is magical!!!❤

[@teresalouro1615]

Johannes is just one of those rare beautiful souls who brings so much light. Glad to have you back!

[@corinevink5164]

Just a magical intro. Johannes can just take over your channel when you are away.

[@gennyromeril]

Better yet, start his own so we could see what he's up to every week!

[@johnr3603]

Luv to know his story. !!

[@corinevink5164]

@@johnr3603 Hallo John , here is a link of Kirsten Dirken, she made a coverage of Johannes some time ago: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3eUm32vZqtgbqs

[@gennyromeril]

@@johnr3603 you can see his story on Kirsten Dirkson's utube channel 'Johannes hermit homestead'

[@peyton.simpson]

@@boa1793 What is it?

[@lisamarie2784]

The epitome of what it means to be a good neighbor.

[@Nesterou]

I loved the intro with Johannes, he has such a fun sense of humour. Also, great neighbor.

[@CoopMauKona]

Nice to see Johannes again. I imagine he figured how you'd feel traveling all the way back to a broken tent. What an amazing person.

[@Cynhilde]

Johannes is so cool: duct tape is a teaditional building material. Love it! What a great neighbor!

[@ricardosoares4006]

If you have a friend like Johannes, you don't need anything else. Hail Johannes!

[@TheheadofMedusa]

Johannes needs his own spin off KZbin channel, he is a natural 👌

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

So true!

[@davidschwarzbauer2189]

He has his own channel: www.youtube.com/@kathmediaDeutsch

[@davidschwarzbauer2189]

It's in German, though...

[@normareed9007]

W O O H O O Martjin is back from holiday. Thank you Johannes for looking out for him whilst he was away. You're both 1 in a million.

[@parkdigwig3447]

Johannes has a great sense of humour. And looks so comfortable traipsing through the snow. Such a good friend and Neighbour

[@YoureNowOnTV]

Aren't we lucky to have Martijn making videos like this for us! 😀👍

[@lisam3879]

So glad to have you back & to see Johannes here as well. Love his humor. The rain gutters turned out beautiful! You have lots to be proud of for your hard work. That ending sunset was breath taking!

[@LarryStrawson]

Huge respect for Johanne's!! An incredible neighbor going above and beyond, its so refreshing to see it still exists in this world.

[@beaconeersofthesevenmaps3467]

We all need to be as good neighbours as Johannes is, not just hoping to have some like him.

[@daandebree250]

Thats wise and i agree, we should give our best

[@Vidar.m]

Agreed 100%

[@donovanvprose]

I try not to use this word lightly, Johannes is a LEGEND.

[@peggybryan1966]

It's so good to see you back in your Italian Alps home, Martin! I am happy to hear your voice and to watch you work on your projects. You are a patient, attention to detail craftsman, just like your grandfather was. I am delighted to watch the progress you are making, and the drone footage of the property and mountains. Please say hello to Johannes the helpful and witty gem-of-a-neighbor you have!

[@callmebodhisattva]

Dogs are certainly man's best friend. But Johannes is a legend! What a friend! Cheers to Johannes! 🙏💚

[@veronikaong4447]

Welcome back Martijn to a great New Year, what a kind and generous soul Johannes, your dear neighbour to fix your cabin, very rare to find in life… All the best to you & Johannes for the future endeavours, take care ❤

[@Pilot333]

@@veronikaong4447 And he was hilarious too in his authentic repair methods... Everyone could use some ducetape fixing once in a while.

[@debrabray8855]

Ohmygoodness ❤️ Best neighbor EVER!

[@jorgenavasalejo]

Johannes MVP of the chapter every single time he appears on one of them 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@George_Borman]

How good it is to have a friend who will take care of your home in your absence!

[@alixroosen1259]

This is so amazingly beautiful. And Johannes is an outstanding personality with a very big heart.

[@gracielacobo5412]

Johannes is the real protagonist in this video!! He is so genuine, caring, & humble! Martijn is extremely fortunate to have him as a neighbor! Hope Johannes will one day acquire his own channel. In the meantime, I hope Martijn includes him more often in his videos such as visiting him more often or inviting him to “break bread” at his place from time to time! Johannes…you are an amazing priest! I truly enjoy their camaraderie.

[@annoyingchannel8812]

He has his own channel as a Catholic priest and has made some incredible films hiking over the Via Alpina.

[@conniedemchenko3860]

What is the name of Johannesburg channel ?

[@brittawrolson5936]

Johannes is such a thoughtful neighbor to repair your tent and doing it in a way you would appreciate. His sense of humor was evident as well as he recorded his message to you!😉🤗

[@dottiebaker6623]

There's nothing more discouraging than to come home to damage and repairs. You seem to take it well. I'm grateful you weren't in the tent when it went down! What a treasure Johannes is - not only to look after your tent and make repairs so you didn't come home to more damage than you did, but to do it with such good humor and wise philosophy. I hope you made him a good dinner in thanks. And how wonderful to see the scaffolding come down! But mostly I'm grateful you're back to making your gorgeous and mesmerizing mountain top videos, and sharing them with us........P.S. I'm sure you know about the things you strap on to your feet that help you get traction on ice - in the US, they're called Cramp-ons I think. I hope you have some!

[@davidfellowes1628]

You manage to export tranquility through your videos, Martijn. Whilst we hope you had a good break from the work, we are also pleased to see you back so that we too can relax and chill out with those exquisite views, sunsets and your craftsmanship.

[@EspressoTobi]

More of Johannes pls. This dude is insane! I would love to live like u guys.

[@ellendoyle1957]

Johannes has his own KZbin channel too.

[@christinamirkovic3857]

Donjojohannes - is his KZbin channel.

[@EspressoTobi]

@@christinamirkovic3857 Thanks a lot

[@cleigh113]

so just do it.. a lot of cheap rural properties to be had...

[@derekborg5159]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYG6p2iLgZ2rmM0&ab_channel=kathmedia%28Deutsch%29

[@Ajeet_Bharadwaj]

A neighbour like Johannes is hard to get , he's even got a good sense of humour 🙏

[@paulajohnson1537]

Hi Martijn, I couldn't wipe the smile off my face when I saw you are back! Missed you. Johannes is a good man. You are fortunate to have him as a neighbor.

[@sydneyevans2637]

So happy to see you back home, Mr. Doolaard! The brackets for the gutters are great, very decorative and very functional. Please give my fondest regards to Brother J. What a kind and thoughtful man to prepare for your homecoming. It won't be long before Spring is here and you will have more pleasant working conditions. Looking forward to seeing your progress on your house. Be well, stay warm, see you soon.

[@timmelis4872]

I really love how Johannes uses the duck-tape to reflect on life :-)

[@jewelcopeland3374]

It's amazing to see how wonderful your paintings are , especially when you say you've never painted before . They have a great deal of accuracy in them , once again your attention to detail shows itself again . Way to go !

[@gallopingg1]

JOHANNES= QUALITY GOD BLESS YOU FROM ALL OF MARTIJN'S SUBSCRIBERS, WHAT AN INCREDIBLE FRIEND, UK

[@tinasalter9996]

I missed you! I was discussing with my husband our favourite KZbin channels and I named yours as the best. He asked me why and I had to really think about it. It’s effortless to watch and you film what I want to see. In other words you point the camera where my eyes want to go. You are a talented and subtle film maker. For me it’s a meditation from start to finish. I also think Johannes is a gem and wished I had a neighbour like him.

[@Pilot333]

I so feel the same way too. You described it so accurately! It's a very relaxing momen of the week to watch an hour out of the life of Martijn

[@rudolfboukal1538]

Beautifully, and so succinctly stated - and now, I don't have to express the sentiment that you so perfectly captured!

[@tonishaw19]

You said it for me.

[@ramonapalomares6169]

Yes he is

[@heatherstock1670]

Yes I agree, watching Martjin’s films is like meditation, so calming and inspirational.

[@DCL26]

Welcome Back!! BIG THANKS to Johannes for all his consideration and efforts in restoring and helping bring you back to a livable tent (your home) for now. Thanks for the short video, Johannes. Great to see Martijn back working on the many projects and painting again, and of course, the breathtaking Scenery, for without you, this video would not have been possible. 😉👩

[@lindachenoweth9002]

WELCOME HOME MARTIJN!! And yes, Johannes is a jewel! Your painting turned out great and the drawing looked good also. Just more of your talents showing through. Also, those pink clouds appearing out of nowhere was awesome! Glad you caught them.

[@johangouws8855]

I’m so glad to see you back, missed the mountain huts, your calm personality and beautiful photography. Welcome back Martijn.

[@batmadethat]

Johannes even made his part to be in style of other videos. True legend

[@jimmyjimmy4286]

Johannes humour "duct tape - the traditional building method" - top man 🤣👍🏻

[@deirdrehickey2183]

Wow Martijn, you have finally gotten your scaffolding down and your gutters are astounding. Such craftsmanship. Very well done. Now as you say on words to your next project 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@kvk1960]

MARTIJN'S HOME!!!!! 334,000 views in 3 days tells me I am not the only who is thrilled about that!! We missed you SO MUCH Martijn!!! But we are so glad you had a wonderful rest which you so deserved, and that you had the wonderful, saintly Johannes to look after your precious homestead! Thank you Johannes!!! God bless you!!! And God bless Martijn and all of his subscribers who love him as much as I do!!! Welcome home dear, sweet man!!! Oh how we missed you!!

[@ritaspeers1259]

What a great neighbor you have in Johannes! So glad you're back!

[@claravonessen5673]

Johannes is one of these unique neighbors in life. So glad to see you back, Martijn, with your glowing snow, your pink clouds and your ability to transform everything you touch in art. This video felt like going back home after an extended period of time

[@monikacarless_wordwitch]

Oh Johannes, you're such a wonderful neighbor, kind and heart led. Martjin, looking forward to another year of your creativity. Welcome home.

[@nachinobeta9300]

Johannes did great! He is such a beautiful person and an amazing friend, I'm glad you found him in this new life in the mountains

[@protectanimals9792]

What a super great Nieghbor & friend 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏.

[@donnamullins2089]

What a blessing to have such a wonderful neighbor Martijn. I know you will bring Johannes a delicious bottle of wine. Thank you for the video. Love the duck tape non duck tape repair.

[@tomhoward8304]

Johannes, you're a good friend.

[@lauraferrari1252]

Martino ben tornato alle nevi delle Alpi! Sono felice di rivedere i tuoi filmati. Ti auguro un 2023 sereno e pieno di progetti, grazie per i bei filmati ed i cieli che ci mostri così ricchi di colori e sfumature come i tuoi bei quadri. Un abbraccio a te e a tutti quelli che ti seguono 🌈

[@volkerkarwath2125]

You really got a great neighbour there - big shout out for Johannes! Respect!

[@bettymynatt7339]

Sorry for your troubles but great to have such a great friend. He did a good job fixing your tent. Thank him for us. Glad to see you back Have missed your videos. God Bless you and your wonderful friend.

[@rosemaryjasper1121]

The magnificence of your surroundings is quite breathtaking. The beauty of the landscape is, if anything magnified by the covering of snow. One realises the insignificance of man within such stillness. The viewer is privileged to share the beauty through your eyes, to be able to drink in the wonder of creation from your perspective. In the stillness and calm of a mountain we part take in the beauty of all you survey. Thank you for inviting us to view the world as you see it.❤️

[@cpollner]

You’re back! We have missed you! What a lovely neighbor Johannes is.

[@alejandraberrios-guzman5587]

Aww! Johannes is such an awesome neighbor. You are blessed! 🥰

[@lifelearner47]

I love Johannes' sense of humour. Where would any of us be without traditional duct (gaffer) tape!

[@Monrieux1]

The last shot when the sky changed color was epic. Hypnotic!

[@dianevaness4776]

So glad you are back! Johannes is a true friend in deed & word. A dependable, true friend.

[@vicshee]

Love Johannes' sense of humour! And happy to see you back Martijn. I've been watching this project since the beginning, so excited to see what happens this year and see the progress you'll make. Thank you as always for producing the series, I wish you the best of luck for this year!

[@boontjes5528]

‘Traditional ducttape’ 😂😂😂 Gotta love Johannes…

[@CMoore8539]

Johannes is a Good Neighbor! So cool to have such a thoughtful and helpful neighbor. So kind.

[@angelahoddinott6998]

Johannes is a true gem of a human being, and a laugh riot to boot! We all need more neighbors like him. Traditional duct tape! 🤣

[@hikedayley9309]

If you do not want it to move:Use Duct Tape. If you want it to move: Use WD-40...Good Man Johannes! I have to say there is a sense of Peace watching these videos. I think a lot of men can relate. We are all looking for an escape from the crazy world in which we live. Thank you Martijn!

[@lisagoldberg5178]

I think a lot of woman can relate as well!

[@judyschepp8748]

@@lisagoldberg5178 EXACTLY!!!!!😉🥰❤️

[@hikedayley9309]

@@lisagoldberg5178 YES. I have often thought it would be very comforting having a woman who really gets it along for the adventure.

[@IPC0101]

Great to see you back Martijn, Johannes added some valuable assistance and great humour

[@stellaevans752]

Hi mountain man Martijn, lovely to have you back I was getting worried although you needed the rest, well what can I say, Johannes is the man! I love him, what a neighbour! The man has a heart as big as the mountains behind you! I love your videos much love xxxxxxxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@DeanofMachines]

Johannes it the man! Happy to see you back at the cabins. Take care!

[@peterstaiff2211]

What a considerate guy Johannes is. So good that he has checked on your property & mended your ⛺️ tent! A fantastic friend!

[@mirthevanhoorn]

I've been recommended your video's over and over. And just last week I watched the 3 hour one. I gotta say, I was entranced from the get go. In the mean time I watched everything from ep 40 till now, and have been waiting for this one. Thank you so much for the immense amount of work, and the ability to transport everyone right there with you.

[@donnabryan7995]

Great to have ya back Martijn....And UR so talented :}... A big shout out for fantastic neighbors ={ Johannes }...

[@janettesinclair6279]

Welcome back and how beautiful to see the snowy mountain tops against the blue, blue sky. Please tell Johannes "Well done" for his repairs to your tent poles and keeping the tent safe till your return.

[@toekstraatman]

haha! Johannes trolling Martijn with local ducktape and original metal pole is hilarious.

[@hangles]

Glad there was not much damage to your tent. The shot of you standing looking into the valley as the sound of your coffee percolating in the background was so defining of who you are Martijin! I envy your peace! Thank you for sharing your world with us.

[@johnm9567]

That Pinkish Evening Sky....... summed it all. Nothing compares to Nature, and the work of Martijn is just fantastic!

[@abigailpip112]

Good to have you back Martijn, what a lovely kind neighbour Johannes is to you. The scenery and filming are beautiful as ever. Hope your hand heals well. A

[@CH-rg8zp]

Wonderful to have you back Martin. Big props to Johannes using traditional duct tape! ♥️

[@marilizevandermerwe8343]

Wow!! You've got the best neighbour in the world!! Please can I have him on a permanent basis as a neighbour?? Good neighbours are SO scarce these days, especially in my country. Loved the video of kindness

[@vanitachandra9464]

Welcome back. Truly a magical winter wonderland. Superb opening shots. What an amazing friend you have in Johannes. Excellent filming, music and commentary up another level, What a treat! Thank you.

[@rickatill44]

god bless you johannes for helping martin the world world huggs you its just poles you as a friend to martin is irreplaceable thank you both your teaching us many lessons on kindness and helping each other our neighbours and friends

[@MrMiguelo80]

Finally Martijn....we were all in abstinence!!!

[@dkbar71]

What a wonderful neighbor you have to help with recovering the tent.

[@patriciasears4209]

With neighbors like this kind man, the world would be a lot better.

[@sueleeg3215]

Oh how you have been missed! I'm so glad you had a nice long holiday and came back rested and rejuvenated. Poor Johannes feeling so bad about your tent. I'm glad it was fixable. The sky scenery at the end was breathtakingly beautiful.