A Grisly Discovery Hanging from a Tree; Kayaking Scotland's Sea Lochs | Island Life Vlog

Episode 78.
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[@theresalebleu3132]

When I was younger, we lived in Scotland my mom would collect wildflower seed packets all year long and when the weather started to change to spring, we would open all the packets and she’d give us little empty soup cans full of seeds and send us out on the property to take little handful and throw them up in the air in the fields. Every spring, my uncle has the property now, and he still doing this with his grandkids now

[@bergannon6585]

What a beautiful image. ❤

[@louiseswart1315]

Precious family tradition!

[@judithstonier9872]

Scott's reaction to his first and last kayak trip had me laughing out loud ! A cold frame would help the veg plants transition from indoors to outside as they will need to acclimatise if at first you don't succeed try try again ! 😊❤

[@rachaelh3973]

What a shame Scott doesn’t like Kayaking such a beautiful spot to explore. Perhaps get a small out board and a dingy or rib. I would be out there every warm day.

[@TheScottishIsle]

He's made up his mind. We need a proper boat with a motor on it.

[@FOSSILFERN10]

@@TheScottishIsle I agree with Scott. Kayaks are too tippy for me! lol

[@melaniebarradell6023]

Hello to both of you, just catching up with your latest videos. Ah don’t worry about the vegetables. You’re doing really well. We live in West Wales and have a very difficult climate to grow some vegetables. Can be very wet and cold in Summer too where we are. We have learnt what grows and what doesn’t over the years but also have a few poly tunnels and the veg we now grow does well. Only potatoes, rhubarb and raspberries outside. Good luck and love your channel. X

[@hatcherhollerhoodlum4418]

Katie should make Scott kyack around the island every morning for 1 week before he can decide that he hates it??? The sights an things you would see from the water plus the exercise would be awsum!!!🤔🧐👍 WILD and Wonderful Wva here

[@judymcgovern8454]

Thank you for another great vlog Katie and Scott. The wild flowers are starting to look so beautiful, the Bracken would drive me crazy though. I am with you Scott, prefer my feet on the ground. I know you can most probably Kayak to some nice places but I am not a strong swimmer and would hate to fall in. Aww Katie, really felt for you with your veg patch. The weather up here has certainly been a challenge, one day really glorious and now so cold again. ❤ Xx

[@annehicks9992]

I use large water bottles, cut the ends off and slide them over my beans they make great little cloches

[@hanneliewiese3477]

It is the salt in the air and the cold winds. Also the moist and a lot of rain. I live down at the south coast of South Africa, and I have lost a lot of roses, veggies, etc. because of the winds and the salt in the air... we are also close to the beach. Build a large green house.

[@louiseswart1315]

The Island is bursting with lively beauty in late spring/early summer! The shiny shower water heater is sure to inspire later work in the bathroom. Good that the canoes are the broad flat ones for first time rowing. Katie will get the what where when who and why for the garden right while working this new environment.

[@hanneliewiese3477]

Mad Max Indeed !!! 😅😅

[@Taid44]

Plants being moved from indoors to outside need to go through a “hardening-off” process where they are gradually introduced to the change by slowly increasing the number of hours of exposure. Moving from a shady cool kitchen to full hot sun in one day is a death sentence for young plants. Even if they survive the first few weeks, they will not be good producers.

[@Chris-cp1zb]

Awwww Katie you tend to everything so lovingly, such a disappointment for you over the vegetable patch. I am sorry. But…. as always the video was a delight, thankyou both so much and for the wonderful banter and humour from you both, always have a little giggle as l watch.

[@deedaw9246]

i live in one of the hottest places in the US. Our spring lasts but a blink, and out summer stays well beyond its welcome. Add to that we have rats/mice and rabbits. We took conduit (not sure if you guys call it the same - but its hollow metal tubing that wire is ran through). We built a frame with it around our veg patch. In the summer we wrapped it in solar screening and had a misting and auto watering system. We used clamps to hold it on. In winter we used plastic on a roll and the clamps to hold it on. On nights we were worried about frost, we burned a small propane camping stove inside. As winter turned to spring i would lower the plastic half way down on the sides during the day, and back up at end of day to extend the warmth. It last us many years and the sun here is very harsh. We seldom have clouds so it is direct sun in the warmer months. Some plastics turns brittle here in 1 summer season. Hope this gives you some ideas until you can build a greenhouse. Keep gardening!

[@bergannon6585]

That is mighty impressive. Everyone seems to have problems this year.

[@LindaDavis-hi2un]

Once again…Scott is so funny!😂

[@22marketst]

Yes !! I much prefer a bath as well Katy - with two small children (decades ago) and at university I used to read all my books in the bath - you can't do that in the shower !! - let alone drink a relaxing glass of wine...

[@beverlyethridge5084]

The island is looking so beautiful right now.

[@sueamos3860]

The wild flowers are lovely

[@daphnemays1969]

We are in Alaska. Lots of temperature fluctuations and possible frost all summer. I have hoops over all my garden beds and can put plastic over individual beds as needed for warm loving crops. Some summers the plastic hardly ever comes off! I actually use them in the early season too to warm up beds I want to plant and to help as I harden off plants.

[@unholyhaggis3317]

My hat goes off to you two!! being from glasgow.............a would love to do this.

[@jenniferfarrah3134]

Such a shame Katie after all your hard work 😢. I used to enjoy cycling , but no way would I get into a kayak, but you did good Scott 👍. You also made me laugh 😂. . Your video goes so fast , could watch you both for ages . Beautiful music 🎶 & views 😘

[@elainerowland7565]

Great show guys! North Atlanta, USA

[@edmundanderson-rp5bi]

looking at the ground fabric it looks the same as i use and if it is it lets water through. I have a 60 by 100 ft and it saves so much time in weeding its worth every penny

[@niallkennedy23]

Great video folks!

[@andreafallon5058]

The new camera is soooo much better

[@megmills4798]

Awww missed live😊

[@angelaweston5433]

Don't give up Katie , maybe try sowing the beans straight in the ground next year. Mine have been in 6 weeks and only 3inches tall 😂but I'm further North so maybe why

[@margaretannwhyte2116]

By jings you both work like Trojons. Katie you definitely need some poly tunnels because of the deer sorry that the cold weather has damaged your plants. Scott sorry you didn’t enjoy being out in the canoe,mind you I can just picture you as captain of the boat when you get one and Katie your deck hand poor lass.Yous take care .❤

[@janetmackinnon3411]

I hace heard that seaweed needs to be left in the open air till the rain washes the salt out.

[@rosielee8381]

My runner bean (I’ve only got one!) has put out two new shoots near the base of the stem; maybe yours will recover. 🤞🏻

[@megmills4798]

A high tunnel may work well also😊

[@laura-fd8dg]

Moving to a new environment poses challenges to any gardener. You set the bar high for yourself this first year Katie, give yourself some grace. Love your channel🌸

[@Bjmc4uk]

Could the sea salt air be killing the plants? I loved the fox and cubs wildflower.

[@tinawelch3005]

it's a national treasure!!!

[@dennismatthews6660]

Thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@ValerieOakleaf]

I often wonder how many miles you put on the quad filming. Run up, place the camera, run back, run up again. Haha However, I do appreciate your filming miles!!! ❤

[@skyeseaborn1170]

Love your videos.❤

[@megmills4798]

My bearded dragon likes the harp music😊

[@nonecomformistme932]

Mine only has a moustache and she won't shave it

[@pgthatisnotthefortitisthew7368]

Those tomatoes are an indeterminant variety. The first leaves always go brown/yellow. The SECONDARY growth is appearing already that is when you prune the First growth. Continue to do that through the life of the plant as it gains height, could be over six feet ! You would be better off with a determinant variety.

[@gjmiller138]

Its been at least 40 years but used to paddle a 2 day canoe trip down the rifle river in Michigan, ah, those were the days but now living in Denver the past 36 years Im no lomger interested in getting wet. Ta ta to soggy, Can't wait to see how Katies veggie patch thrives, no doubt it will eventually. I always had a large garden but now im a senior its been harder to weed, miss that the most about growing old.

[@heidigraham2532]

Because you live on a beautiful fairy tale island, I’m pretty sure that was actually a Water Horse skull.

[@colin3676]

Hi if u give ur plants time they will come bk to life

[@JeremyLevi]

For any of the gents out there like Scott who don't appreciate a bath I'll just float this suggestion for a hot summer evening after a long day of hard work: a hot soak with a cold beer.

[@Rescueluv]

I feel for Scott not sure if you can swim. Being in deep water on a kayak can be very frightening . Iam Australian and I can swim in pools and ocean. I did once join a rowing club and we went out on a deep body of water and I became very anxious and never did again. Don’t be hard on yourself Scott I would not like kayaking in deep water. You need lessons about balance, what happens if you fall out and roll over. Good on you to decide not for you. Water safety is so so important. I also think your fish is very high being in what seems changing tides and open sea. Me. No no no kayaking without considerable experience.

[@dianegalloway3175]

Why is there always a boat in the background , are people checking you out. I would not like that! Love your journey, brave move and well done both of you xx

[@TheScottishIsle]

It's a neighbour's boat, but we've no idea who! Never see 'em... Kx

[@linalindholm5623]

🌱☘️🍀❤

[@stever2583]

Have you tried to measure if the barrier lets water through? Quite often soil barrier does let water through. A 12" x 12" piece would let you measure.

[@TheScottishIsle]

Good idea! Kx

[@iamshotty]

Hang in there guys. It's all trial and error in the early days. Oh yes, global warming my foot indeed. What tosh. Sending big cuddles to you and the fur babies, who are looking happy and healthy btw xx Teresa 🇦🇺♥

[@RadioMan666]

👍👍

[@andrewoliver5222]

Build a polytunnel

[@susanmarten278]

Canoeing is much more fun. Lol

[@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh]

Kayaking is like doing the breast stroke above water. I don't get the fun. Try planting in those white gallon milk jugs. You can set those out and bed them in straw for sudden temp drops.

[@RandallSchwed]

You can't enjoy kayaking till you yell at other peoples sheep.🐑It's the rules!

[@sharongagne7413]

Fox and cubs, in canada when i was a child we called devils paint brush.

[@melodygranny4883]

Thats what we call them here in Northern Michigan too!

[@poppy3215]

Jeeves clearly wants you to do even more unboxing videos!

[@marienorlander-c3t]

Possibly the heat reflecting off the black plastic has fried them too. Also, black plastic will kill the weeds but it will also kill all the bacteria in the soil.

[@badzootus]

it’s so very frustrating when your plants don’t thrive. You have my sympathy. Suddenly stressed plants, whether due to wild temperature swings, as you noted, or not yet being fully accustomed to full light and wind are my guesses. Stressed plants will pick up all sorts of foliar diseases. Hang in there.

[@busking6292]

Could be your water pressure isn't enough for the shower to operate correctly,this is a safety feature to prevent scalding,the pressure has to be consistent for the temperature to be stable.

[@davidfellowes1628]

But, to live on the island, and get the most out of it, you will need to overcome these concerns because island life is all about being in harmony with the sea and using it as a means of getting about. So kayaking doesn't fit the bill, it wasn't a good idea in the first place. And there are plenty of other ways for you to get about. To start with you should consider dressing more practically. You will live a lot longer that way. Oh, and forget the expensive camera for these expeditions, as a simple head or chest mounted GoPro will suffice. Best of luck. Love your vlogs. Cheers.

[@mr.underhill7072]

hoping that Tree of Woe with the poor Deer Skull isnt a sign that theres some Wicker Man business going on . . .

[@megmills4798]

Bamboo very invasive and hard to control because of root system😊

[@pip-woollycwtches]

Sorry about your plants. I think you’re right about getting cloches for them till they harden off. I would love a polytunnel to potter about in. X

[@FranWhorton-of5ql]

I did think the deer skull was very cool with the moss growing in it. I hope you saved it and maybe display it somewhere unique.

[@Carolynfoodforest355]

Lots of people are using greenhouses these days. Because of the ozone weakening and the magnetic field weakening the radiation from the UV rays Because we are in a grand solar maximum. Then they are using raised beds at least 17 inches off of the ground Because of gamma rays coming up from the earth also because the earths magnetic field weakening. They predict the grand solar maximum will be in force until at least 2026. But the earths magnetic field will continue to get weaker. The earth is preparing to do a magnetic pole reversal. I have a 20x32 greenhouse that I need to get put up. But I have been using a 16x16 greenhouse that i made out of cattle panels several years ago. I built a frame in the middle to hold it up made from 4x4 inch wood posts. It has withstood many stong storms and it is still strong. I bought greenhouse plastic on Amazon. Also lots of people here in the southeast in the United States use 40 percent shade cloth (black works best) to guard further against the UV rays. Lots of big farmers are having a hard time growing this year. But small market farmers use greenhouses. I know some that have 24x60 foot greenhouses. Some have 2, 3, or 4. I know farmers in many states here in the United States. It's becoming a challenge.

[@greatlambrini8722]

That island is heaven. Shona is getting big! I thought you were going to use the two person kayak. First thing I’d do if I lived there would be buy a kayak.

[@gaylerobison9518]

Your poor garden. Sigh. Now you know why Scottish folk traditionally grew and ate lots of kale. And potatoes and barley. And probably not much else. A hoop house/tunnel or two will help you. A greenhouse is a lot of time, energy, and money to do.

[@marilynwatson7151]

How annoying after all that work with the plants.the kayaks were a little adventure hey i agree a small motor boat would be easier and you could fish from it.

[@joyceglaister2086]

Living in northern England I can empathise over the diverse weather - one day summer clothes and the next back to winter ones!!!! Love the beautiful wild flower bed. Would loved to have been fly on the wall when you were fitting the shower! Thank you both. 🐏🐑🐑🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

[@StBridgit]

You could add some tall hoops and then some clear 4mil poly on top to create a makeshift greenhouse. Hoop houses or poly tunnels are very common. You can probably come up with a design that you can add onto the frame you've already got. Another tip, use clean gallon jugs filled with water and put them all around the plants. They will absorb heat during the day and give it off at night to keep the plants a bit warmer. I have used this plus a makeshift cold frame (just plastic clipped to tomato cages) for years and years with tomatoes and it works a treat. Good luck!

[@megmills4798]

You can always put bread in water line to stop it😊

[@robertdonaldson6584]

Don't tell anyone about human skulls on trees. Good plan with the plastic in the garden.

[@whiskeycook3323]

Have you ever tried planting bush beans. Great producers

[@willaharlatt4862]

gardening fleece is the way to go for temp dips - i currently live in canada where we get get frost until the second week of june and i start mine off beg of may ........and keep an eye on temps and cover them with fleece when its low

[@margaretduffy1522]

Never cast a clot as the saying goes always cover tomatoes just in case I know it’s June but it’s Scotland and who knows what the weather is gonna be like it’s the 5th of June and we had hail today I’ve still got my toms in the greenhouse so here’s hoping I love the scenery and the sheep you are so lucky

[@roseybeesley4110]

Oh so sorry Katie maybe make a polly tunnel. That’s the only way forward with all the temperature changes. Your not alone we are all having problems with growing things.

[@YolaWells]

IV grown tomatoes outside but never grown well .but I read old gardening books and most expert gardeners from long ago said tomatoes are best grown in side green houses x.anyway love you both x

[@LindaDavis-hi2un]

I don’t mind the voice over a bit! I just love everything about your channel.❤❤😊

[@ronrowe8168]

Your videos are more clear and focused now

[@Harris70-70]

The Isle is more beautiful than ever at the moment . Sorry about your veggies , it’s not just Scotland , the weather is very changeable at the moment here in Cumbria, warm one minute, then very chilly and windy the next . Nice to see the reference to Little Britain Katie “ I fell “😁 😮 One for Scott too with his Kayaking trip , “ I don’t like it !” 🤣

[@terrybull1043]

Ha ha nothing like a boat with a engine 😂😂😂😂

[@janetalthoff9672]

I love your channel and look forward to your videos! Don’t give up on kayaking! Give it another go…..you need a seat in your kayak for more comfort…and you would be more comfortable wearing different clothing that is waterproof, along with waterproof shoes. Get out there and paddle!

[@lauraautry6992]

Always so nice to watch your videos. I was wondering why I was only seeing one cat for a while so he has been off exploring 😊. I can’t believe you all have been there a year and the island is so beautiful…you both have done a lot of work. Love to you both ❤️🤗

[@GraemeGauld]

If you check out ferme touns you can see what was traditionally grown successfully in the difficult conditions in their veg gardens a.k.a 'kail yards'. You have still got plenty growing season left.

[@suzannehicks5856]

Hope you have a deterrent of sorts for the deer you have out front. Otherwise you have a nice smorgasbord for night browsing 😂

[@mojobumbles474]

Can you make a polytunnel over the veg frame? Did you harden your beans off b4 you planted them out katie? Im in Lancashire and we had a couple of cold nights too. It hasnt killed my beans and courgettes but it has knocked them back.

[@geamevel]

The kayak scene was funny. You're quite the unconscious comedian Scott 😂 I love your choice of background music, very peaceful and relaxing. I would love to know who the harpist is please xx

[@TheScottishIsle]

Check out the descriptions, we always credit her. She's called Lily Neil - I'm sure she'd appreciate you visiting her KZbin page, too. Kx

[@megmills4798]

Awww Katie I am so sorry for your vegtable garden

[@terrybull1043]

Would have love to have seen fitting the shower video 😂😂😂of heard it ha ha 🤣

[@brucecampbell1291]

Were you shouting at each other for coming too close to the island in Kayak's?

[@TheScottishIsle]

Absolutely. 😂 Kx

[@davidcressey]

You're from Grimsby and you're not a "mariner"? shock!!

[@dottiebaker6623]

There were some interesting inhabitants of your island before you two.....fabulous gardeners and folks who thought impaling deer skulls on trees was good decorating...It looks much better as a hood ornament. Ah, a HOT shower - one of the hallmarks of civilization! Gardening is fraught with unexplained mysteries, isn't it? This year, all the roses in my yard, tame and wild, got this horrible leaf curling thing. And a few of the other kinds of bushes had one or two affected leaves. Later, a few new healthy leaves appeared on the affected bushes, but it's obviously not going to be a good year for roses. I've never seen anything like it.....Anyone out there know what this is? Best of luck to you, Katie, in your new micro-climate. You'll get it sorted.

[@johndaniel6168]

Love the latest update guy's, looks like you're being lucky with the weather and what an amazing place to be

[@andrewoliver5222]

KATIE DONT GO FOR A STEEL GREENHOUSE THERE A NIGHTMARE

[@headron66]

Awe, I’m gutted your veg are suffering Katie. When you put the effort in you look for something back. You need to get that greenhouse! Don’t put it off! I can’t wait to see the wool you get from your wee sheep but not at their expense, if they need their coats then they need their coats❤

[@paulinestevens9351]

🥰

[@martinfrancis3285]

Ne're cast a clout till May is out!

[@tinawelch3005]

voiceover comedy was a hoot!!! you are top shelf.

[@carolynstewart5825]

I love your 'True Grit'! If at first we do not succeed...try, try again! The weather really has not been kind to plants this year. Good luck with your next batch. I noticed the grass seeds have come up well.

[@jeffr2643]

You guys need a small tractor

[@mrsbabycakes5551]

I just think Scott your of an age where exercise is not Fun to you. It’s a shame cos you can see such lovely wildlife on water. But I get it I used to Cycle All the time now I hate it. But I love walking. It’s worth watching Ariel and Eric on simple living Alaska. They have similar issues regarding temps and plants. I love watching their gardening videos. They manage to get a good crop but they have to do things a certain way.

[@TheScottishIsle]

I have no problem with exercise. I'll climb and walk until my legs drop off. But anything related to water and the sea just does not appeal. I'm a woodsman. I love climbing hills and walking through meadows. I adore looking at the sea and feeling it's power on a stormy day. But I have zero desire to be on it, or in it. Being here has just confirmed where my passions lie, and they are not on water.