All These ROCKS made us CHANGE our PLANS! Installing the GREENHOUSE GROUND Post with an Excavator

All These ROCKS made us CHANGE our PLANS! Installing the GREENHOUSE GROUND Post with an Excavator. GreenHouse Build Day #2
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[@sandravanlankvelt7975]

Wow that guy became one with his backhoe he did a fantastic job on leveling and loved the way he kept pulling boulders out of the ground. Great job and can't wait to see next video. God's speed to you.

[@faithrada]

Yup... talk about the A Team.. Al & Mike Solid Gold!

[@creinicke1000]

I love that you talk to the animals.. Also I liked the editing today with back and forth activity.. in house, outside.. always busy on the farm. Send that excavator guy a banana bread!!

[@thumbsup9639]

Your operator was GREAT...and a real team player. He went above and beyond what would be expected. You were REALLY blessed.

[@crowgirl1326]

That Bobcat operator was a pro! Not only did he know how to finesse that excavator, he worked really well with you. The hard part is over. If you plan to do any raised beds you may want to consider putting them in and filling them prior to covering the high tunnel.

[@dadcanufixit]

This was my thoughts on the machine driver too. Lots of them wont get out of the cab so to get one that joined in was a result.

[@garys9694]

The operator deserves a medal, what a pro, he worked with you as a long time friend!

[@TheMindfulHomestead]

The guy was a total pro. Worth the equipment’s weight in gold!

[@michellepernula872]

@@dadcanufixit My son does. MOF he now has a 3. 2 MILLION dollar hospital bill because he goes impaled into a concrete wall.

[@dadcanufixit]

@Iron *Fe* I did 30 years ago thanks.

[@donburg5125]

Most people that do any excavation work will never do what this operator did. That guy was awesome.

[@melindalewingellis1923]

Thank you Bobcat guy❤️ You must be a perfectionist like AL. This was a pleasure to watch🥰

[@elydalehomestead]

So. Many. Rocks. The homestead has changed so much over the years, I enjoy seeing your journey.

[@vanessaspencer355]

Him digging up all those rocks saved you lots of time. I cant believe how many rocks you found

[@bluedragontwo]

Thank you Lumnah family for allowing us to be part of your journey and inspiring us in our own.

[@paulinestoltnow2599]

What great hired help....Must be “New Hampshire Hospitality”.....love to see old time values laced with determination, pride, and working together....🤩

[@libbyandtroyrush921]

Absolutely loved the making and baking of the banana bread. I'm allergic to bananas but smell of banana bread baking reminds me of my mom. Nora is adorable and brings great joy with her antics. Amazing footage of a true professional digging the post holes with the bobcat. It helps to have someone else on the ground to keep the posts level. Thank you for another amazing video!

[@brianrobbins3499]

You can’t beat having hydraulic equipment and a good operator that works with you. Nice job and I bet Gina’s banana breads taste good

[@maryclairekalamafoni9524]

LOTS of work today!! But boy is it looking nice!! Forty eight by thirty is bigger than my house!! And yet, there's no doubt in my mind that you and Gina will have that greenhouse growing everything from tomatoes to potatoes! Especially the sweet kind!! Well, you got the big effort beginning done, so everything can go at a pace that is maybe not so break neck! Maybe? I you're a hard worker, just hope you don't wear yourself out too bad, cause I know how much you wanna get this done!!! Gina, too. 😊 Notice how much Hope stands up for herself now that Willows on vacation? Do you think the boys are rowdy cause they haven't had any dates lately! 😮😂😂 Love my Lumnahs!!! 💓💛💚💙💜

[@lyndaperky4687]

You two got so much done. That weather was brutal those trees were blowing like crazy.

[@hhcosminnet]

The goats would love to have some rocks to climb onto and use their high energy. Would also look interesting. The excavator guy was solid. He finessed posts into the ground and he helped you hands-on. Great job in little time!

[@ramonacase2427]

Congratulations! I know it was a lot of work but it sure will pay off in the long run. Ya'll are building a life worth living for yourselves and future generations. Olivia will always know where and how everything on the homestead came from. Wow! What a living legacy!

[@Magny80]

Al brother, I can tell ya one thing for sure...if you plan on using the rest of the field for pasture, I would definitely recommend raking out the field to get all the rocks on the surface before next winter comes. That way the soil is not only turned over, but you have much more surface area for plants to regrow on, instead of the rocks taking up much of the space. Especially that one big boulder that may be buried at that one spot you mentioned months back when you were mowing the field. As for that one, gonna need a huge tractor to get that one extracted. Or jackhammer it into smaller pieces.

[@tales_of_the_crypto1583]

Good morning Guys! SNOW what the heck 🌨❄ glad to see Nora's is so happy & cute, the greenhouse is coming along! Definitely going to try the banana bread soon 😋 stay blessed and warm guys! 🤗🙏💞💞

[@margaretbedwell58]

That is a lot of rock. So glad the excavator guy came back to dig those holes. I think it would have taken all summer to do all that by hand. ..not sure how you would have gotten the big rocks out. Banana read looked delicious Gina. See y'all Thursday, have a Blessed day.

[@dapacathomeca8232]

That surely is a rock garden but soon to be a super garden area! The Bobcat excavator operator is doing a super job you can see he cares plus it is nice that you could have him tamp in the poles. Gina's bread looks delicious.

[@dottiehildebrand3123]

That operator knows what he is doing. You were lucky to get someone who knows what he's doing. God bless you and your family Be safe♥️🇺🇸🌹

[@brendalawrence6732]

That's a lot of rocks Al. We have lots of rock here too. A friend of mine built a Jazzerise studio in Gettysburg and you wouldn't believe the amount of boulders and rocks that came out of that ground. Your skid loader guy did a great job for you and looked like he was a great help to you. Am loving watching this come together, it will be so nice when it is all said and done. Gina, your banana bread looked amazing and so yummy!

[@dgmills5351]

Your backhoe operator is very skilled Al. Your preparation is going to make the rest of the build go so much easier!

[@dougdiplacido2406]

Heavy equipment is the way to go for a big project like that. Really enjoyed watching and looking forward to seeing the new greenhouse. Your wife is a great baker and cook. Stay safe.

[@wigglewiggle3789]

Wow Al, the next structure you build should be out of stone. You have an ample supply.

[@madampolo]

With those huge boulders buried in the soil, it makes you wonder how the earth evolved. Not only were there a bunch of big ones, but the earth is also full of smaller rocks. Now I know where the boulders came from to build the rock walls on the driveway. The high tunnel is coming along nicely. The banana bread looks great.

[@Barbwheel]

Glaciers did it. As the glaciers advanced they scraped and flattened earth and mountains and the rocks that were created from that were transported forward then dumped as the glaciers retreated north. We get those same rocks all over Quebec to the north of NH.

[@wgoconnor33]

You two worked well together I’m sure he appreciated your organization and preparation prior and during the Kobe it looked like it went well.

[@idadho]

I've never heard Loam pronounced Loom. Loam, like Rome. Good loam is a precious resource in NH rocky soil. I remember my mom buying a truck load of black loam so she could plant a garden after we dug out the big surface rocks. One rock was too big. Never did find the bottom after digging down over 4 feet. NH rocks....Ya gotta love 'em. They make great fences and retaining walls.

[@MowenMcGuire]

Exciting potential, I watched 100 videos on setting up High tunnels, from rainwater collection to Aquaponics, with that one building setup your potential for total self sufficiency, and profit is much greater. Rocks may not be good in the garden, but rocks are great, you can build with them. PS. goats like rocks also.

[@tinajackson944]

Been watching some old planting video's and wanted to give you a tip. Take the package the seeds come in and put tape on the picture to prevent moisture from messing up the photo. On the opposite side, write the date you planted it and tape over that. Use a popsicle stick or a wooden stake and staple the package to it and place in the soil near the edge. This way you won't forget when and what was planted there. 👍🥒🌽🥦🧄

[@raynall3593]

That guy are on the excavator was great and I liked the fact that he was willing to help you do what you needed, most just do what they were asked at the beginning and leave. A great start, now for the real action.

[@kinarris]

That is some seriously impressive planning and diligent teamwork going on with the high tunnel project. I’m so impressed with your project and can’t wait to see the next episode.

[@bigdaddy741098]

Excavator operator was awesome, job well done. He deserves a link or info posted for anyone in your area that is watching, if he wants and has time to take on more work that is, people who do quality work like that probably have all the work they can handle lol 😁👍

[@marilyngodfrey868]

Gina, have you ever used nutmeg in your banana bread? Not a lot but for one loaf I think it is 1/4 teaspoon. I like to chop some walnuts and add them to the batter. I also mix some melted butter, sugar, a few more chopped walnuts, a bit more nutmeg and some good cinnamon and cover the top of the batter. Yum! I am 76 and only within the last six months discovered that cinnamon has a sweet taste!

[@courtneykachur9487]

power wash the boulders, paint them matte black and line them up outside the south edge of the greenhouse. Give it some thermal protection at the ends of the season.

[@normalynn3]

Escalator was a great idea, he was a wonderful guy, very professional and really new what he was doing, it helped that you are so sharp and make really great decisions and know what you want as you go along. This is very exciting, can’t wait til tomorrow. Get some rest Al. God bless you and keep you all safe❣️

[@lesleyharris3198]

I think you and the excervator driver did a great job of getting the posts in, shame you can't sell the rocks, you have a big harvest of rock.

[@BearStar1]

Gina , You need to scrape that mixing bowl a lot better than that ! You left a small amount of that dough mixture in the bowl !

[@MihalisPoa]

As a kid i used to spend my summer with my grandparents,they had lot of animals so they teached me to love and respect them!I'm glad to see you doing the same with your daughter!Keep up the good work! Greetings from Greece :D

[@hollyslaughter5505]

I like your technique of putting a rock in at the base of the post to straighten it.

[@garrettscott4094]

On our family walks, we go past a neighbor's driveway with pea gravel. My 3 year old daughter inevitably picks them up. I tell her to put them back so the can keep growing. I need to show her this video of you pulling these rocks out so I can show her how big they can get.

[@granitestateman942]

Being a fellow New Hampshire resident, I can attest to the very rocky soil in our state. I always like to say that New Hampshire’s greatest crop is gray granite rock! 🤣

[@MsCaterific]

🧡I don't know about everyone else but I love watching excavation and construction work. The excavator dude seemed decent. It's quite the rock collection you have there. Possible pig names: -Marilla Cuthbert -Moaning Myrtle -Bacon -Sausage -Pork Chop

[@dauerstress-aufdercouchumd5371]

Hi Lumnah Acres, Greetings from Austria. You can Build a big patio on the Backside of your House with the big rocks. Its a Little Idea. Mike

[@shwetamujumdar699]

That green house sure is going to be bigger than my house!!! I'm so excited to see it built!!

[@b.wooten4505]

The goats would love to climb on those rocks!! At least that is what they told me!!😂❤️

[@ambermorgan1340]

That excavator pulling out all those rocks is showing exactly why there are all those rock walls along every original property line in New Hampshire! Can you even imagine having to pull all those rocks out of your property without any modern equipment??? 😳

[@audreyabdo7719]

Good morning. I can’t believe how 🥶 it is today. This is really crazy weather. This excavator guy is working out with you so well. This is a lot of work but just think you can just about have fresh vegetables and fruits year around. 🙏🥰🥬

[@johnkeyes8699]

Excellent work, Al... You are a true craftsman. Nice to see how well you and the Bobcat operator work together. A fabulous video to watch...And Nora does need either a big rock or something else to climb on...

[@johnfithian-franks8276]

By that digger you got worked well and the operator worked as hard as you, it is nice to see someone who is not family helping so much

[@janetwithers7427]

That Bobcat and operator are amazing. You sure have a mess of rocks. Great progress.💖

[@millerl333]

WOW - you and the Bobcat operator make a great team! There is no way you could have put the posts in without the mechanical muscle. I can’t wait to see the next phase of the build.

[@suannedorman621]

Hello Lumnah's, I cant get over the changes in your little piece of heaven since I've been watching, probably only a couple years or so. Love watching life happen. Little Nora Maple is precious the way she jumps and hops around. I am excited to see when she gets outside with the other goats, she will run circles around the others.

[@cincyjanebearcat]

You and the excavator operator made a good team! Looking good.

[@adelacoburn1396]

Omgosh! with the snow...lol! My goodness! Al.. you just might end up with your own rock quarry ha ha ha ha ha =D . Well I'm excited for you guys getting that high tunnel build started. Wishing you all the best week.

[@rickster9993]

If your area is prone to high winds you should consider digging about 18 in deep around your corner and first post then dry pack concrete around your post. Also put wind braces in all four corners. I've seen green house built like this survive near miss's of tornadoes. I witnessed 60 MPH straight wind rip the plastic off a ground to ground house.

[@trevorjarvis3021]

You and the excavator operator did a fantastic job Al, looks really good!🇬🇧

[@lindapolle1665]

Re: rocks Livi lesson- Get a jar of mixed nuts. Pour it into a slightly larger clear jar. Have Livi gently shake it. [ agitation from a power tool works too] Notice that the larger nuts come to the top. This is how [freezing and thawing], and why rocks boil up in your fields.

[@Creative-Chaos]

Nora is getting so big so quick. I really really enjoyed watching your videos. Thank you for taking the time to do these.

[@bobmerrill2057]

To keep Nora off the feeder, build a shelf just above it , but enough for Willow to still be able to feed.

[@michellepernula872]

Then baby will jump on it to the shelf :)

[@kitdriscoll1288]

It's nice to see y'all using the non-aluminum baking powder. :)

[@markrode1266]

Well Al with all the stones available you could build a stone mountain for the goats to climb, just a little mortar between to prevent the stones from moving.

[@billssolarpowerandgardenin1016]

How about the next greenhouse digging down 6 feet and doing earth bag walls (cheaper than concrete)to strengthen the perimeter and get below the frost line. Do some winter-over gardening since the greenhouse will be lower. You’ll need plexi-corrugated clear panels I think on a slope so you can clear snow easy. To supplement grow lights when you can. Wood stove with fresh air intake from outdoors. Heated fresh air exchange maybe guessing. Semi below ground green houses are a trend in cold climates. People are growing citrus in northern climates and one guy has been doing it for decades. Selling at market in the off season.

[@ruththomas1652]

I love it: sun and snow at the same time! Must be Spring in the north country!

[@70acres]

Teamwork makes the dream work. Living on a mountain I feel your pain. it took 1 guy half a day to dig one post hole. There was a mountain of rocks by the time he was done and no soil to fill the hole. The next post had no rocks; go figure. I'm thinking of buying a gas powered post pounder. I'm glad you were able to get all the posts in, the rest of the job will go smoothly now. Blessings to all.

[@misty4782]

I just can't imagine you digging those holes by yourself...just impossible, not to mention the amount of time it would have taken! Excellent decision on your part. Blessings.

[@selfretired3025]

You had a really good excavator driver! So helpful, too! How exciting!!

[@louisl.8724]

To keep Nora off of the feeder, maybe put a wooden spool in there.

[@patandtonys2604]

agree... the baby dosent let mama eat.

[@Creative-Chaos]

Can you give Nora some rocks to stand on? I know where you might find some extra ones laying around! LOL

[@donnadunlop]

Wow between a very skilled operator and your prep work on levelers, strings guides and marking the depth of each post and your simple stick with a tie on it to show depth of dig you two men make magic happen. Great job and efficient. Banana bread looks fabulous. Another fab video, what a way to start my day.

[@nicolem2564]

It’s so cute how excited al is about the greenhouse 🥺

[@karmamagers537]

The soil around the rocks sure looks rich!

[@sonnicman]

Exciting times on the homestead! But I prefer to use loam for my soil and a loom when sewing 🧵😉

[@jameswitte5167]

Almost wonder if a trommel would have been useful so you could save more rocks for doing drainage work ... Love how the bobcat moved the rocks around with the blade ...

[@heatherfonner]

Wow looks like alot of work, looks amazing I'm so jealous, Arms family homestead has a high tunnel with a bunch of raised beds and self wicking tubes in his ,very well organized and clean looking worth a look to see how different others set up there high tunnels..

[@susanfry6517]

Looking forward to seeing the completed project!!

[@robertlafollette8931]

As we can see there still is growth even during these hard times. There is always hope for the future. God Bless.

[@foxglove8836]

I make 2 cake's that size a week, My hubby loves them. I'm glad i'm not the only one that the cakes split on top :-) Making bread later, my first go at bread making, Well it was like a door stop lol. Take care

[@wayneleamon3186]

Al, I wanted to let you know that I built your chick brooder. I used your method and it looks awesome. We took a photo of it and as soon as I can I will be posting a photo on your Facebook page. Your a good teacher and I'm a good student. My oldest son kept arguing with me that it was not the way you built yours. I stood my ground and it looks just like yours with the exception of a handle to lift the door. Thank you.

[@inglis7086]

that operator was great he worked with your to get the job done - the foundation as you know Al is the basis for any great building - this time of the year for you guys is like mid winter for most of New Zealand only near the ski field and in the mountains does it really snow we mainly get really hard frosts

[@patriciablanton6243]

The Bobcat Operator was awesome, you two worked together like you had been working together for years. Gina's banana bread looks awesome. Nora needs more toys.

[@jonabriggs8829]

That's the Best way to do it , Gina, double the batch :) Wow !! That was a HUGE ROCK !!

[@jenniferhuff2547]

That sure was a back saver on you Al. Gina your banana bread looked so good.

[@valerialamberti9037]

Love your hard work and hope yo se more! You guys are so inspirational! So happy to see your homestad growing!

[@WendyK656]

How fun Al and Gina, can wait to see the greenhouse up! wow how wonderful

[@jtdamomma]

You could add those boulders to the pen pens, for them to climb on! They'd love it!

[@keithmccloud136]

The family is such a great inspiration! Watching your video is the start to my day. You should build a small table for Nora so she might not get on feeder. Also I thought about you staging some of larger stones in the goat pasture for them to climb on...Thank you and God bless!

[@rebeccajones4624]

Cool ending of the video!!

[@hemengala7554]

With all that stones, you can make a nice pond/rock garden

[@brucelarson5434]

You hired a very accommodating excavator operator, very willing to work with you on all aspects of your prep work.

[@donaldhill2972]

Glad you got all of that done.

[@cindybrown7878]

Every time I hear you say "loom", I think it's a leftover from Mass, LOL. It gives me a chuckle every time, so thanks for that. Yes, quite a harvest of rocks this spring, Al! Great idea to fill in next to the outdoor kitchen. Loved the drone shots, have missed them and it gives a great perspective on how you are growing the farm.

[@bonniebarnekow1415]

Enjoy watching the show today. Love the ban a bread ! Snowing there , it’s crazy ! Live in AZ. and warming up !

[@agnestakacs2059]

SO wild at how many rocks there was in the ground! You had an awesome excavator operator :) Mmm yum to that banana bread :D

[@juliem.679]

Good job on the banana bread, Gina! It looks great! Hugs to Nora the Explorer!

[@Vereynique]

Good Morning. Gina that bread looked good. Al that pile of rocks is incredible. Rusty is as vocal as his Daddy.

[@sstirling8816]

I made banana bread the other day and it turned out all wrong. I used all purpose flour, but thought I was using self rising. I is the texture of a brick. LOL Even a huge smear of butter can not fix that.

[@beatriceblankenship1239]

With all the boulders your digging up I hope you add them to your beautiful rock walls

[@YouGumppy]

All these rocks and boulders should eventually play a part when the pond is built.

[@connierifenburg9758]

There is a ytuber that makes a lot of one pot meals and 3 ingredient desserts. He just showed a 3 ingredient banana bread with flour, 1 can sweetened condensed milk and 5 bananas ( he added a 4ith - cinnamon because he liked it but not needed).it looked wonderful and so easy!

[@Poyntebreak]

So much stone you should be able to make a cobblestone wall around the homestead.

[@pinkywilliams8063]

There were lots of rocks that for sure, Al... Thanks for sharing your new project.... Stay safe