A Weekend Homestead SCARE and update on the DIY Tiny Cabin Bunkhouse

[@susannewhirley8709]

When I was young, my dad told me to take care of my 2nd hand bike by never leaving it outside instead of putting it in the garage..he also taught me to take care of any tools I used. Including the lawn mower. We didn't have new things every year, so we took care of what we had. I will turn 70 this year and my mowers are cleaned up with the leaf blower and rags and put away dry and clean. I have found that lesson of taking care of what I have to be invaluable.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I agree completely. Part of the issue is not having a place indoors but that is really just an excuse because I could tarp it. I'm starting to learn the value of your statement as I grow older. I think as a society we have been living in a "throw away buy new" mindset for to long. Time to learn the lessons of those that went through hard times.

[@chuckjones8565]

Take it easy there!!! We don’t wanna call it stumpy runs wild 😜 😂- Bunker is looking good

[@TRERUNSWILD]

No kidding! At least I didn't nail my hand to the wall!

[@MinnesotaMegOffGrid]

Glad your finger was just a flesh wound. I remember as a kid I stepped on a screw in a piece of wood (of course told not to play where we were). The adults had to unscrew it to get it out of my foot. Uffda, learned my lesson on not playing where I wasn't supposed to.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

OMG! The unscrewing must have hurt 10 tens worse than the poke!

[@mike241]

Hey, funny man and river dog. The bunk house looks amazing. Thank you for the cheeseburger and diet coke 😊

[@TRERUNSWILD]

You’re very welcome! Thanks for hanging out with us!

[@alliewolf71]

❤😊❤😊❤😊 Sorry you got hurt!!! Take care of yourself!!!!!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Hey Allie!

[@alliewolf71]

@@TRERUNSWILD Hey 👋 Hope you and River are doing well?

[@linneyatkins6955]

Hi Terry. Look at the bright side. The rain watered your garden. You got the mower running (even tho you had to go into town for one bolt! You need to hone up on your hoarder skills lol). The rain didn’t keep you from grilling’ out & those burgers looked yummy! But BEST OF ALL you didn’t have to make a trip to the ER to get your finger sewed back on!!! All in all seems like a good trip to Featherwood campground. Your videos always keep me laughing. 🤗

[@TRERUNSWILD]

You are so right! It's the little setbacks that make the success all the sweeter!

[@mikemckinley1031]

Hello Terry at least you didn’t get the rain we got to days ago most of the cars you could only see the top of the roofs it was very bad first time I have ever seen this in Ontario Canada ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦😎

[@TRERUNSWILD]

OMG! That's crazy!

[@veronicameier8799]

Oh my goodness! This video was a laugh a minute....very therapeutic! PS take care of the fingers! 😮

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@uncle_creepy2743]

the ' final ' repair on little red riding hoodless? hmmmm idk bout that hahaha... great vid Terry

[@TRERUNSWILD]

LOL! When I was editing I had to laugh at myself when I said, "when it's fix it works great for awhile"

[@whitetailwarriorsdeercamp88]

Great video👍 bunk house is coming right along. Doing a great job on it

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks! Already several things I'd do differently but each build I feel like it gets better

[@marrunslow3815]

Love the vid… glad ya didn’t get hurt. 😜. One suggestion… a screen door for the bunk house… airy breezy

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Yes! The next video coming up will be even more reason why I need a screen door!

[@FreedomTrailOutdoors]

Awesome progress on the bunker. That Shawn Ryan podcast with Annie Jacobsen was quite interesting!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

It was! I downloaded her book on audible after the podcast. Good catch on the background voices! He is my favorite podcast

[@larryboyle590]

👍👍wow that’s amazing

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks

[@cindyblair1283]

Hello Terry. Thank goodness your ok! The river dog is such a delight to your channel. I was raised with German shepherds and they all had their own and very Unique personalities. Your personality is such a fun free care as well. The small cabin is coming along . Wishing you safety and many blessings along the way. Thank you for sharing and we will see you soon❤

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I've had a few different breeds over my lifetime. After having shepherds, I'd never have anything else.

[@jeffclark862]

My dad nailed two of his fingers together with a finish nailer before. Those things are great until you get yourself. 😂 I'm glad it wasn't serious.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Oh man! I would think the removal would be more painful than the insertion!

[@ligiamaria7953]

Seu trabalho rendeu, obrigada por compartilhar, até o próximo video, fique bem e não se machuque até

[@TRERUNSWILD]

My pleasure!

[@paulpuckerinGM]

Hey buddy, poor old RD. Storms no fun for some doggos. 😢 Luckily he's got poppa by his side. Protection gloves might be a good idea? Good to see the extra solar pannels working to charge your batts. I got 9 days left in NOLA. Working through the check list to close down the flat. Wheels up on 7/26 for LHR. Great vlog update... enjoy the family time. Cheers, Puck.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Glad you didn't get hit with Beryl! Safe travels to you!

[@paulpuckerinGM]

@@TRERUNSWILD Cheers, Tré. Appreciate the thought. Looking forward to cooler temps. Estimated a high of 67⁰F when I land on 7/27. :-)

[@rickbarta9182]

The place is looking good. You have come a long way!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks. Little by little

[@AspenWoods217]

Place looks awesome with the summer green leaves and grass (says the Michigan State Spartan fan 😁). Thank you for some night sky footage. Reminds me of that old Helen Reddy song....."and it's all so peaceful here, no one looking over my shoulder, nobody breathing in my ear ...". Looking forward to your next one. God bless you and yours!

[@waltmoore3095]

Go Green!

[@AspenWoods217]

@@waltmoore3095 Go White!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

All that rain has really helped everything grow!

[@waltmoore3095]

@@TRERUNSWILD I know the feeling of the nail gun incident. I accidentally hit my thumb and the nail went half way through. Missing everything, didn't bleed a drop.Went to emergency room and had it removed. Kept it for a trophy, it's a guy thing.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

LOL! That must have hurt like heck!

[@joshuaclark8633]

Thanks for the video from South Ga. Bunk house is looking great

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Hey Bud Hope all is well!

[@dennisrains780]

I did just what you proposed concerning the rain barrel. Built an elevated frame stacking two plastic 55-gallon drums that collected rain from gutter. The upper drum had a PVC overflow piped into the lower drum, so there was 110 gallons when both were full. PVC piped from drums through cabin wall inside to a sink...plenty of water pressure. Freezing will probably be an issue, particularly that far north. I'm in SE Tennesser and had problems a few times. Just make sure & put a shutoff valve outside to stop water from coming in the cabin & drain lines when you're away.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Yes, freezing will be an issue. I'm going to have to drain them in the winter.,

[@patrickjrusaw]

My friend, I wonder if your next purchase will be Quest Cut Resistant Work Gloves - Puncture Resistant Protection. I am glad the nail did not cause a severe injury, poor river dog just wanted a place to weather out the storm next to his human daddy. Yes, sometimes you think they are in the way, but it is their way of telling you to take a break before severe stress kicks in to keep your blood pressure in check as you transform into a recycled teenager

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Yeah, good point!

[@badcompany3057]

Always interesting

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thank you Sir.

[@TonyGeneseo]

Very happy that it wasn’t too bad ! Had one go into the pad of my hand and into the bone after hitting a knot. Knee jerk reaction and immediately hit my left hand with my right and popped it off the nail and I did it hard and luckily it worked but damn that thing was sore for more than a week ! lol. Second thing : while watching you staple up the molded barrier for the ridge vent I didn’t recall noticing that you’d left enough room at the peak for a ridge vent. Yay if you did ! Never picking but was just a thought I had so figured I’d mention it. Should be at least a 2” open:g at the peak for venting. Take care T

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Wow! I bet that hurt! Good catch on the barrier, I had left extra to cover the gap until I installed the metal. I cut it out right before putting on the cap.

[@tristanmcfarland8608]

I really admire your mindset when you experience unexpected events. You put things in perspective really fast…something I’m constantly working on..I always learn something from you videos. Hope your hand/finger is healing well. Thank you for another great video.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I'm glad you are enjoying the vids! Thanks for hanging out with us!

[@GrampalettasCamp]

Shower idea. I have a Whale foot pump on my sink on my sailboat so I can wash or rinse dishes with two hands while having running water. You could use it to pump water directly from your outside tank woke you shower. Or if you have a solar system just get a 12V pump. This avoids taking up space inside for a tank

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I do plan to use a 12 volt to go from iside tank to son demand heater to shower. The issue I have is I'm zone 3 so freezing is a constant battle. No water tanks for most of the year as they will be frozen. I'm actually more intereste dto hear about your sailboat! You must have some stories to tell! I learned to beginner sailing on a sunfish at boy scout camp but never made it to a real boat.

[@GrampalettasCamp]

@@TRERUNSWILD to shower on the boat I put a black bag of water in the sun or a black painted 2 gallon sprayer and shower on deck. Without sun or in the winter I heat a kettle on the propane stove and mix it with RT water in the sprayer.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Makes sense!

[@davemcavene]

Glad the injury wasn’t super serious, that’s not something that you want to have happen when you’re by yourself off the grid! The bunker is coming along nicely and will be a great addition to the off grid property. Always looking forward to the next video brother!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Yeah. I actually thought, geez what if I had nailed my hand to the wall? What would I do?

[@mudderman8620]

Close call brother. Stay safe and enjoy that fabulous off grid property. That screened in porch is my favorite. 😮😢😮😊😊😊😊

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Learning lots of lessons the hard way!

[@ronneglia2292]

I'm glad your injury wasn't serious. I'm always wary when using my framing nailer. The bunker is coming along nicely and I see River Dog approves of it too. I hope you enjoy your time with your family Thanks for sharing.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I learned to keep my hands away from it now!

[@ronneglia2292]

I hear ya!

[@mrmonaco]

Bunker's lookin great. Nice work fixing the mower. Gonna be a great time having your son there.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks!

[@jneff6965]

Offda! That was a close one! Glad it wasn’t worse. The Shawn Ryan Show. Watch it myself, a lot of knowledge being shared.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

You recognized the background! Good catch! He is currently my favorite podcast. I agree, good stuff. My eyes are being opened to many things!

[@jimspinelli5166]

Always keep the free hand away from the nailer. Saw you a couple times putting your hand close when framing. Nails Always go different routes than you planned. At least you are getting rain. Western pa has been in the 90s and haven't seen rain in weeks

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Definitely something I've learned the hard way. Since then I've caught myself too close a few times. At least my brain is now thinking about it.

[@johncramer-pi3hf]

IBC tote for rain with a 12 volt RV pump. If your putting 12volt lights in bunker just run a switch to turn pump on. Much better and easier that buckets. I have a whole 8x8 shed for bathroom. Runs off solar 12 volt system.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I just found a source for an IBC. I wasn't going to have any 12v but maybe I'll run a line just for that purpose.

[@johncramer-pi3hf]

@TRERUNSWILD how where you going to run lights then? We'll trust me it is worth it. The bucket thing is a pain after a bit.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

With a solar generator like a bluetti. A larger version of what i plugged the ceiling fan into

[@suewalters9822]

So where would the water drain to in the shower? I love the sound of rain storms. River sure doesn't. I think that lawnmower has seen its last days. It's a beater but has served you well. I cringed at the nail gun incident. Please be careful, you need all 10 fingers to finish your projects. Your garden looks like it is doing good. I think the wolf needs to come and take the lawnmower to Grandma's house, lol, I'm glad you got it working. Stay safe!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

LOL The wolf taking little red! The shower would drain to a buried tank to seep. like a mini drain field.

[@TacTechTrail]

Bunker is coming along great! Looks like some fun days at camp. Enjoying some time at my camp as well. Thanks for bringing us along

[@TRERUNSWILD]

You are very welcome!

[@lorettafrancoeur8476]

Hey, you are doing awesome job. I had a dog that if it storms she would jump in the bathtub. And when I want to give her a bath she would run away. Anyway be careful and be safe and sound and have a great week 😊

[@TRERUNSWILD]

River hates baths also! Thanks for the visit!

[@gregeliason9625]

Great video as always. My dogs hate thunder also.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I actually have trazadone for him when the storms are really bad.

[@gregeliason9625]

Same

[@gregeliason9625]

As always, give RiverDog an ear scratch.

[@cravenoutdoors4619]

Hey Terry. I’m really glad you are okay your injury wasn’t any worse. That could have been really bad. The bunkhouse is really looking good. You got such a nice place it looks so relaxing. Looking forward to the next video take care be safe buddy.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks. It was a good lesson to learn. I'll be more careful where I put my hands from now on.

[@llorylloyd]

thanks for adding a couple shots of the night sky... spectacular and those burgers looked delicious

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Your request was perfectly timed.

[@missyharper4729]

I like your choice of music 🎶

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks!

[@zerachielplinius8093]

Absolutely nailed it with little red riding hoodless lmao.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

“Nailed it”! 😂

[@leeslone3640]

Great video ❤❤

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thank you!!

[@bigbake3306]

Glad you are alright brother!!! Thats some good livin right there. The good Lord lookin out for you .

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Yes, sir. I believe he is!

[@kylejones2075]

You got lots done before you know it you'll be finished and looking towards your next project

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Summer kitchen, root celler, sauna, greenhouse...........The list is large!

[@ezcamping8887]

For the shower, get a 12 V RV shower pump and a 5 gallon bucket you can take a warm shower

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I've been seeing a bunch of all in one shower pumps advertised lately. Looks like it would work perfectly. Plus be easy to deal with instead of worrying about freezing in the winter.

[@stevek4727]

Hey Terry, Glad the injury wasn’t too bad. Great progress with the bunker. Enjoy the time with your family. Take care & stay safe!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

You got it!

[@reidnagelschmidt7907]

I’m glad you are ok. That could have been a lot worse. Looking good in the bunker!! Thanks for sharing!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

You and me both! I expected it to be worse but I'm glad it wasn't

[@octaviogamez6464]

Glad you hand is ok Terry God bless

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks 👍

[@TeresaHayes-tk7fc]

Your shows always bring me smiles and a bit of laughter…thank you!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I like that! Thanks for sharing!

[@RobertWalther-nl5df]

Great video and progress on the mower and bunker. 👍

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks 👍

[@FuzzyFuller-r4n]

Looks good

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks!

[@bshunting453]

One thing that will help you with the mower is to put a gas shutoff valve in line before the carb. then every year on your last mow just turn the fuel off and let it run out. this will help not leave gas in the carb and hopefully help with this. Same goes for generators or any small engine, it will be a life saver. This new fuel is horrible for the carbs.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

That’s a good point. I think i will do that!

[@ChooseFreedom-o1e]

Coming along nicely. Stay away from sharp objects and give Riverdog a hug.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I finally mastered "don't run with scissors' and now I gotta worry about nails! LOL

[@MoroMoro1]

Be careful out there. Nice video!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thank you, I will

[@marieanderson6215]

I enjoy watching your video thank you

[@TRERUNSWILD]

So nice of you to say! Thanks

[@brianjensen6724]

Great progress on the bunkhouse! I really over the constant rain up here in northern Minnesota

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Same here!

[@jackieformo2775]

Looking great - Glad to see you’re alright!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

At least I can walk. Hope your recovery continues!

[@buckguy7684]

Look up rv water tanks for your bunk house. They come in many different shapes and sizes. I’m thinking you could utilize them in there

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I bought one from my farm store and it was too big so was returned. I'll look at RV's hopefully they have the size I need.

[@thalleshoward3962]

Be careful Trey. Remember that most accidents happen in the places we are more comfortable at. And the guest house is coming together.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

It was a good lesson to learn. I definitely need to keep my guard up.

[@steveshears1293]

be nice if you could get your shower stall up right away, then you could rinse off under it. it's all looking great!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I was hoping for that. I bought a water tank but it’s too big for the space so back to the drawing board

[@steveshears1293]

@@TRERUNSWILD 5 gal pale works in a pinch

[@ArleneKorth]

Love the christian music!!!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks for your support!

[@stevewalters4565]

Seafoam put it in the tank, it’s great. I call it my liquid mechanic.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I’ll give it a shot.

[@laruedouglas7972]

My husband shot a nail through his knuckle a long while back. He just had someone use the hammer to pull it out 😯. He never did go to the doctor.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Oh My! That must have hurt terribly! I bet the removal was worse than the insertion!

[@laruedouglas7972]

@@TRERUNSWILD, he didn't complain.

[@Northeastdeerhunter]

Great video Tre, how do you plan on heating the bunk house? Great shower room. So many options to heat the water and pump it for the shower. Good idea with the collection barrels.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I have two heat sources. I have a small wood stove and a diesel heater.

[@evanmeier3570]

What happened to the hood on the lawn tractor? I don’t recall you ever saying. Good job getting it going again.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I think about 15 years ago I had the hood opened changing oil and the wind hit it and snapped the plastic connections. It was like $400 to replace. Its been hoodless ever since.

[@SuzanneHarden]

Isn’t retirement grand?! The bunker is coming along nicely. About that finger injury - when was your last tetanus shot? Better safe than sorry. Hugs for the River Dog. Thanks for sharing.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I think I might have gotten the shot after the chainsaw incident. 🤔so within the last 5 years?

[@SuzanneHarden]

@@TRERUNSWILD you should be good. 👍🏻 retired nurse here. Tetanus is nothing to mess with.

[@scottanderson2980]

Nailed it!!!!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

HAHAHAH! Good one!

[@Mntguy-nr9vl]

Don't you think a wood stove would be more practical than a fireplace, especially in a room so small? I think they provide more functionality. I think your gimbal was giving off a weird perspective because you're aloft looks real tight it made me claustrophobic, I'll be interested to see how this turns out. Keep up the great work.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I maybe misspoke. Yes, woodstove, not fireplace. And I noticed what you noticed as well. I had my goPro on extra wide angle and it made the room look like it was 6 feet deep. It's A small room but not that small!

[@robynfedalen1777]

OMG! I almost had an anxiety attack when you said the nail gun shot a nail into your finger (I’m a retired nurse so go figure?!) glad it turned out okay. And I was so happy that you were done with the roof, now it’s your fingers 😂(Have you had a tetanus shot recently?) River is the sweetest 😩 he’s afraid of storms 🙁. He’s beautiful. You’re doing a great job building the bunkhouse and tending to “Little Red Riding Hoodless” ❤️✌🏻

[@TRERUNSWILD]

It's been awhile since I had a tetanus shot. I'm probably way overdue!

[@raulsalinas7364]

Is that like insulation that you're using on the bunk house. Love your videos.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Yes, I had a few rolls left over from the cabin so I threw them up to get them out of the way.

[@debrabellmore4415]

Why not get a Coleman gas heated shower for your shower. It just requires the small gas canisters.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Yes, I have one of those. That's what I meant when I said "on demand" rather than an actual tank heater. I didn't articulate it very well.

[@debrabellmore4415]

@@TRERUNSWILD cool, the work quite well

[@andyparstino7280]

I’ll take that rain! It been bone dry in Virginia and HOTTTT

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Let’s go Halves! Trade some rain for sun! Although we will probably be in a drought the rest of the year the crazy way the weather is going

[@roylove276]

Put some good red onions on those burgers dude, yummy 😋

[@TRERUNSWILD]

That would be good!

[@DavidRobinson-mx6cl]

😊🙏👍❤

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks for the support!

[@motownXJdad9565]

you have a couple kids, why not more beds? id build 2 bunkbeds in there to sleep 4 and a pull out couch that could sleep 2 and build a separate outdoor shower. 1 couchbed and a shower seems like a colassal waster of space.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

My kids are grown and gone. They will only be there together maybe once a year? The shower will be used by me often so that was important to me.

[@johnsandell4501]

Enjoy 👍👍👍

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I appreciate that!

[@canajian]

👁👁🖐😎👍

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Howdy!

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Howdy!

[@butchwhitley7786]

Ck zoe and zack survival. Use 12 volt battery hooked to warer pump drawing from heated stove 5 gal water pot out of shower head drained to outside under shower floor..

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I've been seeing those all in one shower pump kits. That looks like the ticket for the winter.

[@robbyoutdoors54501]

My phone didn't ring.....

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Sorry, man. Too many things on my mind!

[@richardgreen5602]

You usually place you hand across from when you are shooting the nails....S T O P I T

[@TRERUNSWILD]

I was kind of holding on for balance on the ladder. Definitely was not thinking..,

[@RobertJLessard]

Just make sure your tetanus shot is up to date.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Ooh. Good point. It's been awhile

[@ratbikerustygold3398]

Good job buddy.

[@TRERUNSWILD]

Thanks 👍