At 74 years old, I love the country song that says, "I'm not the man I used to be, can be for a little while." Then, like you, I stop for coffee and a rest. Keep moving and you'll keep living.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
We share the same game plan.
@darellsunderlin46706 ай бұрын
No problem watching 8 min of that because we all wish we had a place to do the same !!😊 thanks, Martin and friends 🧡What's really nice is to close your eyes and listen to the sounds !
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, I did crank up the volume for that ending.
@Rooster05296 ай бұрын
Your quiet time is your reward for all the hard work. I enjoyed your quiet time. Brought back lots of good memories. Thank you.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I thought some would like it but warned the others of how little was coming up.
@randallanderson88896 ай бұрын
you can't see us but we can see you, we're sitting with you in the northwoods enjoying a relaxing cup of coffee on a saturday morning...thank you.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
That is what this channel is all about.
@panhandleoff-roadranch22126 ай бұрын
That was very peaceful!
@jan62936 ай бұрын
Martin, you know how to balance work and rest time at the cabin. Those Grey Jays are so clever, they even have you trained! You never complain about the chores that are needed to keep the cabin area safe. Thanks 😊
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
The chores are any thing but chores for me. So nice to toil away at my own pace until a bird shows up and then its time to birdwatch.
@bruinsfan82786 ай бұрын
Martin. " just this" are why i watch your Videos , Well Done Sir. Thanks
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
We think alike.
@alancall51136 ай бұрын
You really know how to enjoy life Slow down watch the birds Sip a little T👍
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
The best times are when absolutely nothing gets done all afternoon.
@joer56276 ай бұрын
Like the EverReady Bunny - Go Martin Go! I’m a bit sore from my chores yesterday. It just lets me know I’m alive. Hey! Martin deserves 50,000 subscribers! Be blessed!
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
So good!
@danremington89105 ай бұрын
I do the same. I work hard all week and then chill out at camp while sitting in the sun and reading a book. The silence is very welcoming.
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
I can sit like that and really enjoy it but the soon I have to get moving again.
@alistairprice32925 ай бұрын
Thanks again my friend,you bring so much joy on tough days,stay safe
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Thank you too, good to hear they are helpful.
@dellahayden56066 ай бұрын
I just wanted to say that I really enjoyed your video today. It’s such a pleasure to watch you and the wildlife around you. Thanks for sharing 😊
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@Zorbawon6 ай бұрын
Enjoying morning coffee in the comfort of my warm home, I can not help but feel guilty watching you drag those logs into place by yourself. I too enjoy getting in the woods and cutting wood; just wish I was there to give you a helping hand.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
You and me both!
@MarkSmith-on5gg6 ай бұрын
I wish I could do that with you I had a stroke at 64 I am limited to what I do I would give any thing c to be outdoors and enjoy the outdoors enjoy this time you have I bought me a house and retired was going to do hunting fishing a lots of crafts but I can't even feed my hound dogs best wishes
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I am glad that you are able to join me here.
@nonap52256 ай бұрын
Just left Vonnie making cream puffs and now with you and the birds. What a way to start my Saturday morning. It is Feb. 24 th and it will a high of 75 degrees here and a low of 41 degrees tonight. Spring seems to be here for us as everything is budding out. Just hope our spring weather last a long time before the hot and humid heat of summer kicks in. Fall and spring is my favorite time of the year. Sure enjoy my Saturday mornings with you and Vonnie. God bless both of you. From deep southeast Mississippi.❤❤
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Had a little snow here last night but mostly gone already.
@kendrasmith66375 ай бұрын
Hi Martin. 😊 Good to see you again. Love watching. Thank you
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Thanks so much
@terryw.milburn85656 ай бұрын
Snow Dawg Will Perform Well Now Martin ! Loved The Tranquil Ending ! ATB T God Bless
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Thanks, so hard to really explain how relaxing it can be up there with all the work videos.
@jamessefton36806 ай бұрын
It’s like your own Bridge over the river Kwai 😂 Martin some people might have it as good as you do but none have it any better 👍✌️
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I love it!
@suezaple49506 ай бұрын
Your in fine shape & health because you not just sitting around your keeping busy doing things you enjoy What a great job with corduroying' that area. Looks real nice . awesome package of walleye it is such a tasty fish my favorite part is the cheeks, i catch them all them time here In Ontario , Canada where i live. love how the grey Jays & Grouse join you when you sit out. Lol they even watch ya go to the cooler so cute . love your videos Martin.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
They will come into the cabin to feed it I let them but I draw the line at that.
@locksbog42706 ай бұрын
Great ending Martin 👍✌️😃🇺🇸
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
A lot of that goes on up there but never gets filmed.
@user-rn8ge1nq8t5 ай бұрын
I love all of you videos sir!! God Bless and enjoy!! Thank you for sharing!! (USA Lover)
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
So nice of you
@cumberlandquiltchic15 ай бұрын
Love the ending! So quiet and peaceful. You sure have an amazing place there.
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Such a special place for sure.
@lavonanderson38376 ай бұрын
Enjoy your video's,thank you
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@5150Bud6 ай бұрын
WooHoo Saturday morning, hot coffee and Big Martin workin in the woods.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Just so you can see what in store for you.
@deannaclayton69346 ай бұрын
My favorite pastime at my cabin is exactly this….observing nature at its finest. Thanks for sharing your video of this peacefulness 🌲
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
The rest of the story.
@ernestkooistra15596 ай бұрын
Always a pleasure, thanks! ✌
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Nice to have you along.
@robertsimard7356 ай бұрын
Coffee and Martin. Great way to start a Saturday morning.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
A good plan comes together.
@marianfrances49596 ай бұрын
Thank you, Martin! I love that yard. 👍🇨🇦😎👌🪶❄🌲
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I sure spend a lot of time sitting in it.
@Home-116 ай бұрын
Great video Martin, the only thing missing is a hammock! 😉👍😁
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Never got along with a hammock but like my zero gravity chair sometimes.
@Home-116 ай бұрын
@@TheNorthwoodsman1 they come with a screen tent on them now for outside sleeping! 😃
@joanntucker27426 ай бұрын
I hope you don't fall, thats hard work.lol👏👏🌨️❄️ like your video 👏
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Falling is so easy, it is getting back up I worry about.
@PumpkinVillage6 ай бұрын
Nice job on the bridge. It's all good for the soul. Take care, Al
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
You got that right!
@jbthor90326 ай бұрын
Thumbs up 👍 Martin on the bridge build. I'm looking forward to seeing Kevin.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
You and me both! I am not sure he ever gets filmed, we got so busy with birdwatching and then he took off.
@jbthor90326 ай бұрын
Yeah, that happens in life. We meet friends, and all of a sudden, they are gone. You need help with the cabin build.
@BigKevsPlace16 ай бұрын
Martin, your story is an amazing one. From how you came about this cabin to all your projects-you are certainly allowed to have this downtime and sharing with us. I have to say, though, I miss (well not that much, lol) the Sunday night radio show!
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I still tune into Sunday night if the radio cooperates.
@jacksanders70186 ай бұрын
In tune with nature at it's finest. Thanks.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
The best way to get along up there.
@bowlmeoverva6 ай бұрын
Well done. Thanks for sharing a cup of warm brew with us. 🙂
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Nice to have the company.
@johnmccormick1756 ай бұрын
Great video Martin,i understand why you love your cabin so much and the peace and enjoyment of nature surrounding you..i envy you..stay safe.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Will do.
@toddkozakiewicz87706 ай бұрын
Always good for the soul to have our Saturday cabin visit. Thanks Martin, and cool bridge. 😊
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I will enjoy that bridge for years to come. White cedar will outlast me.
@robertsouthernsouthern55246 ай бұрын
Nice one Martin
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Thanks
@tomdale13136 ай бұрын
another "Great Action" packed episode detailing Martin's mind on getting the project heading in the right direction with a occasional Wildlife moment, thxs for sharing...
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
That is my plan
@user-mm3nn1dz8c6 ай бұрын
Love your videos. Thank You.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Good to hear.
@bruce41636 ай бұрын
Martin, Have you ever thought about building some sort of bird perch for the Jays? Maybe they would learn to perch near you when filming (instead of the camera). Love the channel, following for a few years or more. If you decide to try a perch and you like it - how about a shout out to Bruce from Topeka KS
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Nice idea BRUCE. Let's see what I come up with.
@dannyswortzel23276 ай бұрын
Love it, you are living the dream 😎
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Yes I am! I still pinch myself to see if it is real.
@JoHarmon-hg7wz6 ай бұрын
Those Jays are really very smart!
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Yes, they really are.
@geoffoutdoors6 ай бұрын
Mornin Martin! Coffee time this morning "at the cabin" 👍☕️
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Perfect
@PecanRanch6 ай бұрын
Walleye is the best! Then perhaps Perch or Crappie...thanks for sharing
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Up there every fish comes out tasting good but nothing beats the good stuff.
@chrishelms19676 ай бұрын
I can't find a more relaxing way to wind down before going to bed than this video.......have a great night one and alll
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Good night
@KG-xt4oq6 ай бұрын
Looks like we're going to have back-to-back snowless winters here in central NC as winter '23-'24 appears to be wrapping up with highs in the low 70s forecasted to start off the week next week. Still a small chance for a late winter/early spring storm, but not willing to bet on it. I've been really frustrated in my quest for finding an RV this week; watching this video has helped me shake off the frustration a bit and given me motivation to keep looking.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
We got an inch here in northern IL last night or else it was going to be the first Feb. with no snow in 100 years.
@karlelliott92546 ай бұрын
We have a bunch of bird, hawks, woodpeckers and crows around our place. They seem to watch us way more than we watch them. They never miss anything.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Birding is one of my favorite pastimes. And being watched by them.
@billbradley24806 ай бұрын
It’s nice to see you relaxing. I live in a 3 bedroom home and during winter months I keep my DC Fridge in the garage because it’s cooler in there. Unplugged the kitchen fridge years ago because it’s a power hog. I got into using solar power 5 years back.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Solar sure changed things for the better up there.
@shipstern1006 ай бұрын
Martin, love your vids, love watching you enjoy life
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
So happy to share such good times at that cabin.
@davidferguson92136 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Always a pleasure David
@warrenvalentino57636 ай бұрын
Good Morning!! i Love watching your videos. watching your videos reminds me to slow down and do one thing at a time and Not to rush around. Awesome bridge!! gives me an idea or a bridge over 2 or 3 streams on a trail that i walk on to relax, look, and listen to the birds and animals along the trail. GOD' Bless you and your whole family. Amen :)
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Love that!
@DaveCollierCamping6 ай бұрын
Outstanding video, a nice mix of work and resting observation for the soul. At the end of the video, exit Stage Right. Have a wonderful weekend.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Thanks
@richardgrimsr.73326 ай бұрын
Another Great video. You need to use your solar powered bolder lifter for dragging the logs in the woods.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
the sun is so low in the sky that my batteries are hard to keep charged
@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly5 ай бұрын
It's the Martin relaxation video!
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Glad you think so!
@NotMyGuns5 ай бұрын
In the next life I’m coming back as one of those Canada Jays. Free cherry pies!
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Trouble is only one pair at the cabin at a time.
@LostCaper6 ай бұрын
Wicket video. I love the history you have in the area.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
So nice to know some of what happened out there 100 years ago.
@jeanadamsick98546 ай бұрын
MARTIN WAITS ON NO ONE, HE GETS THE JOB DONE!!! Do take care. Fl.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I find it best to just go ahead and get the jobs done, if anyone shows up and wants to work there is always something for us to do.
@echoewest26856 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed that bit at the end. Thank you.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@jeffreymorgan80445 ай бұрын
Just stumbled across your videos and wanted to let you know that I enjoyed it keep up the good work subscribes
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard! This is a playlist from #1kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4LcgJasbsl9aKM&pp=gAQBiAQB
@markmed90916 ай бұрын
Always puzzled why some people feel the need to tell others what to do and not do . He lives his life the way that is right for him . Maybe the projects and the work give him purpose and keep him healthy.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Most fully understand what makes me tick and some are poking fun.
@larry8516 ай бұрын
Nice and peaceful
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
It sure is
@michaelsim4926 ай бұрын
Nice bridge Map
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
It sure came in handy in the next week.
@michaelsim4926 ай бұрын
@@TheNorthwoodsman1 glad to hear big guy, keep on trucking 👍
@gerrymcguire75216 ай бұрын
What a man, builds a shed just for the spruce grouse!
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
That way the grit is exposed all year long and they know it. I even put an addition on a few years ago.
@paulatwinb28156 ай бұрын
Those Spruce grouse went running toward your chair at the end. I thought they were after some pancakes!
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
They seem to prefer that patch of gravel nearer the cabin or at least think it is better there.
@waynewayne56506 ай бұрын
Good morning Hope all is going well. What happened to Jim !!! Hope he is doing well. Thanks again for Saturday morning with super man. Lol be safe .. Hi Vonnie .
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Jim had knee surgery a few weeks ago and is doing fine.
@buffalo41275 ай бұрын
Martin, I’m glad to see things are going on the same at the cabin. Btw be careful with that lumber saw…seems like you might need shin guards?
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
Will do
@out-landishintheokanagan2705 ай бұрын
Ya, but working in camp and in the bush is fun and relaxing for you and others like us!
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
You got that right!
@maximuskiowa73936 ай бұрын
Maybe screw in some snow markers on the side logs. Like the one they have on the highway🙂
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I may add a railing just off to the side.
@daretodream...8986 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@ReasontoLiveAdventures6 ай бұрын
I used the quiet time at the end of the video, to some deep breathing and reflection. 👍
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Perfect!
@user-lo3zu7rg6v5 ай бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍👍🎉🎉🎉😮
@JayBirdsDay6 ай бұрын
👍🏼
@bjoernandersen82876 ай бұрын
I haven't seen any of that famous Cherry pay 🥧 🥧 lately, what happened? Have she stopped baking? What was her name again? Thanks for your updates, always interesting to see what's happening in and around Martin's cabin. Great video.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
I think there was a problem with the cherry crop and we went with apples for a while.
@ljacobs535 ай бұрын
Another fashion fo pa ! Patches on pants! People pay a lot of money for those holes Martin! Lol 😂
@TheNorthwoodsman15 ай бұрын
You got that right!
@janinewelle44296 ай бұрын
🙏🇺🇸💖❤️🥰👍
@davidstout29556 ай бұрын
So did you put the new cabin on hold.
@KG-xt4oq6 ай бұрын
This video is from the first day of his winter trip...I'm willing to bet there will be cabin building footage before this trip is over. The purpose of building that bridge was to make it easier to use the snow dog to move logs to the new cabin building site. He IS working on the new cabin, indirectly.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Exactly what kg said. This and the next trip got a lot done in preparing for the cabin build.
@Brutal_truthus6 ай бұрын
Your aging fast marty, no more government injections bud.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
But they have kept me alive this long, I remember the cubes in a cup for some things
@gregeliason96256 ай бұрын
Is that a Johnsered saw? The other Swede Saw.
@gregeliason96256 ай бұрын
As always. I really enjoy your vids of your cozy cabin.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Yes, a 2166 that I got when my 2165 was getting old. I think they only made it for a short time and changed it to the 2172 that was the same saw but tuned for more power.
@janking27626 ай бұрын
Get some microspikes for walking on the ice. .
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
That would work.
@c.rogers____6 ай бұрын
Can vonnie make chicken and dumplings?
@JoeOutdoors6 ай бұрын
I know better, what some are calling work is actually play . . . ;>) At about the 14:40 mark a Spruce Grouse either slips or post holes on/through the snow . . .
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
In a later video one just plain old trips and goes down on one side.
@bobwallace68126 ай бұрын
Martin, how come your hands don’t get cold?. I don’t ever see you wearing any gloves for your hands?.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
My circulation is such that I overheat with gloves when I am working. My hands are like radiators and dispel the heat pumped from my core.
@dvjohn1336 ай бұрын
where is your winch ?
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
The sun is so low in the sky that my batteries are hard to keep charged.
@deweywarner80106 ай бұрын
Seems like everytime I click on your videos, all you're doing is lounging around. You need to get some work done. Those projects aren't going to finish themselves no matter how much you Tom Sawyer the work out to others.
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Suckers are so hard to come by these days and I refuse to do it my self.
@thomasengle74286 ай бұрын
Not very interesting.😢
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Well, this kind of life is not for everyone, that is why there is so much solitude out in the woods.
@thomasengle74286 ай бұрын
@@TheNorthwoodsman1 I have cabin in woods too, I am 76 n have spent lot of my life in woods. I love your videos, I was commenting on sitting around. That's the question you asked..
@TheNorthwoodsman16 ай бұрын
Thanks for the explanation, glad you are fully one of us.