Building a Sauna Cabin with Logs in the Wilderness Alone with My Dog | Start to Finish

#sauna #logcabin #offgrid
The complete off grid sauna, bathhouse build from start to finish on my land in the Canadian wilderness. 12 months of Cali, my golden retriever dog, supervising and helping me build the cabin alone, mostly with traditional hand tools, dealing with harsh weather, biting insects and distracted by the incredible scenery and wildlife of Ontario, Canada.
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[@elaineteut1249]

I’m 75 and I really enjoy watching this fellow. It is people like this that created this country. Not the takers, the doers.

[@dannysapp5559]

im 67 sure wish i had seen this when i was younger i can still dream

[@boaboy8052]

Alot of KZbin content I'll watch on my phone, this I pull up on the TV it's like a high quality television show Cheers

[@fgb3126]

Boa it really is a TV show. I was just telling my wife this (she doesn't watch btw). I don't watch "regular" broadcast/cable TV and haven't for many years now. This is really a "TV" series. Weekly. Sort of like what TV would be in an hypothetical better world. A parallel universe if you will to our own. Man! I love this Canadian Aries!

[@harleyrdr1]

I couldn’t agree more! 👍🏻

[@cjcj6945]

Right? I look so forward to watching this! It's therapeutic!😊🌲

[@serjnell4089]

Same

[@PhenomzQC]

It's like a high quality television show without the bullshit, yeah.

[@각시탈-x2v]

와 우 대단 합니다... 손재주.. 자연 환경이 너무 부럽습니다..... ^^ 항상 건강 하세요....

[@alexwallace866]

Me and the wife just sat and watched this start to finish,neither of us even got up to make a cuppa and I've just realised it was nearly 2 hours. This guy is amazing.

[@suzannetodaro5494]

Lol , you must be British. I too was spellbound. Take care

[@alexwallace866]

@@suzannetodaro5494 we are indeed lol cuppa gave me away

[@suzannetodaro5494]

@@alexwallace866 It sure did but so am I, but I prefer coffee in the AM and water in the afternoon lol. Take care keep watching

[@speedfixhandyman8280]

Me and my wife just sat in the sauna for 2h :D

[@gordthompson4704]

Stopped in for 5 minutes and 2 hours later I'm disappointed it's ending! Amazing craftsmanship and astounding work, the hammered copper put it over the top, what doesn't this man do? Wow doesn't do it justice.

[@frenchcleat]

Thousands of hours, Millions of calories, over 1 Billion neurons. Viewer Price: $0.00, Viewer value: Priceless. Thank you Shawn.

[@joona1432]

Did you see the million handpicked stones under the sauna? 😊

[@hadi-bp2mz]

@@joona1432 wow!

[@marculpa]

Jim Coraci price 0$ ??? No... it cost a lot of money. Not everything he has makes by himself. A lot of things he have bye.

[@frenchcleat]

marculpa i wrote “viewer price”

[@marculpa]

Jim Coraci yes Ok. But nobody says - he must make Videos. But alone I think, he is not alone. Some cameras views has been make a second person. He get a lot of money from advertising.

[@michaellewis81]

Wonderful addition to the rustic home you've built in the forest. Nicely done Shawn. 👍🔨🪚📐🪓

[@ToddandHolly]

My husband and I have been watching for several years. It feels like we are also at the cabin while watching your videos which makes me feel very happy and peaceful. We have been inspired and have plans to move to our cabin in Northern Wisconsin within two years! We are very excited!! Thank you for all your hard work and long hours making these videos. I know they bring smiles to many thousands of people! God bless you and your family!😊

[@nicolettecarpathia5089]

Me and my hubby are in the exact same situation. I have him addicted to My self reliance. lol We have a north house now that is modern but we are scouting in Necedah for a good plot of land to get underway with our cabin. I have been searching the refuge surrounding area hoping to get adjacent so I will have all vegetation and no neighbors along the property. It is beautiful up there. We are hoping to go in Spring even if we have to go to our north house till we find the right piece of land. :) Good luck to you guys! I know Sean's videos have inspired us to.

[@bobobrien8968]

Kenneth Williams go judge yourself.

[@nicolettecarpathia5089]

@@kennethwilliams1563 ​ Omg lol you are criticizing a happy and healthy person's life like a troll. That would indicate that perhaps you are not happy in yours. Sorry for it, I just find your attack strange.

[@VSRish]

As a guy from Finland, i can appreciate this alot.

[@mst3ksanta]

as a guy i can appreciate this a lot.

[@jaeger233]

@@mst3ksanta in finland we have more saunas than cars

[@TheReinoPaasonen]

Sama here, from land log saunas.

[@mamindhive]

Jaeger233 such lovely country(no sarcasm). Have a nice evening Finland

[@DrLove911]

Yes people from other countries can't like this as much as you . Lol

[@onementality9781]

Who else gets to smile every time he throws the dog his toy

[@1calua]

The dog is alone. Dogs are living in packs normally. This dog would play with other dogs in a pack.

[@doinkstr]

@@1calua okay?

[@JK0712]

@@1calua nobody asked

[@1calua]

@@JK0712 maybe the dog

[@chargingreaper4174]

Tf are y'all talking about, the man is literally making a cabin not playing with his dog, and his dog is clearly happy so stfu no one asked

[@wuffmayvc]

Love how your dog tries to catch the wood chipping away 😄

[@FridgidIdgit]

@synchromorph that's why humans are the masters. We can carry the biggest sticks

[@anthnylder8136]

@@FridgidIdgit true fact right there

[@mihaipahomeanu4669]

@@FridgidIdgit ķ

[@udembergboby2246]

Gostei muito você in sinal bem direitinho, passo a passo.

[@nikiya4life]

You're amazing!!!! .... Your wife and daughters are so Blessed to have such a motivated, talented vizionary of a Dad. Such a beautiful gift God has given you! Big big hugs!

[@josipbabic6095]

Each time i've watched some of your videos, it gives me will to go outside...rain or shine and find something to do around the house. You are awsome sir.

[@schpek]

Drago mi je da ima Hrvata koji gledaju ovakve videozapise, al nemoj krenut po gradu drva cjepat sad

[@josipbabic6095]

@@schpek Ne živimo svi u gradu u Hrvatskoj. Ima nas po selima što se grijemo na drva i imamo kokoši.

[@greg6L6GC]

You’ve built you own world. Nature. Peaceful. What an accomplishment.

[@osronn]

Another guy from Finland gives his approval! That's a proper sauna! 🇫🇮 Nice job!

[@pamelabarrett9216]

A strong man with a gentle touch. I watch your videos instead of crocheting 🧶 ha ha. I am 70 years old and my daddy would have loved your videos. Thanks.

[@01splitpea]

Mine, too.

[@BaderSaher-kv7pr]

من جد وجد ومن زرع حصد ..انسان ماهر عمل بمثابرة وحرفيه ..وفي الاخر قطف مجهود تعبئه (النجاح)

[@momobozo3050]

your dog is always emotional, instead of sitting and watching, she joins in

[@amerikanviking]

You know what I see here? Sheer determination and knowledge. This guy is doing exactly what out forefathers did before us.

[@debbielasalle5472]

Yes, but this guy has modern tools.

[@WhyNot-cg2bi]

@@debbielasalle5472 yes, but still he chooses to do It himself instead of paying someone to do It for him. Respect for that.

[@debbielasalle5472]

@@WhyNot-cg2bi actually he's married. His wife accompanies him sometimes

[@WhyNot-cg2bi]

@@debbielasalle5472 ?

[@山田和子-j7j]

素晴らしいですね～唯ひたすら作り上げる情熱は感動致します！又、犬は周りをうろつくだけですが存在が応援歌に見えます。自然と共に生きる良いですね～

[@GiGizGolden1]

Survival skills. Perfect man. His wife must be so proud and happy.

[@extraspace8475]

This place will for sure become a walk around museum in about 150 years

[@antonurmensch4090]

The door with bark clothing just blew me away. What a genius hacker.

[@kameshganeshan2894]

First ever thought after watching the complete video... "What a happy dog"

[@kabhisharma3464]

Dogs r many but few r only which r happy in Man's Beastly kingdom

[@kabhisharma3464]

Dogs r many but few r only which r happy in Man's Beastly kingdom

[@astabuolwifypau7640]

A man doing what real men do, doggie wagging it's tail, natural elements, this was an excellent movie.

[@LouisMonza]

impressive... stunning... this in just 1hour 54mins 12 seconds... incredible...

[@chrisr.1803]

When you look up ‘dedication’ in the dictionary, a picture of Shawn pops up! 💪🏼 💛

[@ladydeefit9341]

Is there anyone else like Shawn out there?

[@zubairahmadnowshari909]

That dog is living with him alone from so many years. Yet never complained. All it wants is food and love.

[@DrLove911]

They don't live out there . That guy is married . The dog ain't that old either. It's really still a puppy

[@zubairahmadnowshari909]

@@DrLove911 whatever bro but see that dog is so faithful towards his owner. Despite being so cold there. Dog stays with him in every situation

[@thelineman16]

@@DrLove911 You people need to follow Shawn James plight/journey in his quest at building these cabins. He has lived out there with Cali for 2 years while he has been building his dream cabins, while his wife and 2 daughters live in the city. By now I believe his wife has moved in with him. Cali is still a puppy.

[@DrLove911]

@@thelineman16 get lost idiot

[@gwenscoggins1]

@@DrLove911 well I'm so disappointed now that you tell me he's married lol he's my kind of man !

[@divingdays]

That dog just loves being next to you.

[@marigold1129]

You work so hard, so creative, it's admirable. Living out you're nature and being yourself in everything that you are, is. Spiritual. Thanks, for sharing.

[@MtnRidgeStitcher]

I have watched for over a year now the progress of you ‘homestead’ and your craftsmanship. There is something very satisfying about watching someone craft something with their hands....and in the end stand back and have something to show for it. Well done!! And well done Cali, for lending your support to dad!! 😉

[@robertahubert9155]

This is what life was like before TV, telephone, the internet and movies. Our entertainment were our animals, fishing, camping or simply playing in the woods. Visiting family weekly and going to church on Sundays. Now that’s really living. Your videos have taken me back in time when life was so much easier and laid back even though you worked your fanny off. God Bless all your efforts❤️

[@kayakwestnow4788]

This is what a real man looks like

[@yourthebest7942]

It’s great to be back in the self reliance loop.

[@코카콜라-w3d]

대단하고 존경 스럽습니다 아주많이 힘드셧을텐데..참으로 대단한 일을 해내시는 모습이 감동입니다 남자로서 본받을만 하군요...여긴 대한민국

[@ouromov2895]

An actual sauna, as a Finnish person this warms my heart and raises so many memories of great summers next to lakes with similar saunas. Excellent work.

[@PapaBearOutdoorAdventures]

You remind me to dare to take one step at a time, have a good plan, be persistent and patient to finally be able to see the final result - good work!

[@kabhisharma3464]

Exactly

[@jonviall5566]

that happy dog is the best

[@jermulaattori2259]

I really can’t imagine why this video has almost two thousand unlikes. So many jealous people out there, or wtf? Your whole project has been absolutely awesome to watch and follow, Shawn! Greetings from Finland, a proper sauna is always appreciated!

[@brettfranklin2634]

Agree! Why a single unlike?

[@hlibglib]

I guess all dislikes for cutted trees and its logically justified. its my subjective opinion

[@rydercreed8609]

If we can all live like this nature will not destroy. Almost no pollution. But we need to manufacture condoms a lot.

[@stephenspencer8224]

I previously watched this fellow build a log cabin single handed without any power tools and think the prat’s who didn’t like this are snowflakes with no survival skills at all in all likelihood.

[@rydercreed8609]

@@stephenspencer8224 It just a different era. In 2099 people will make videos like how are we surviving nowadays in 2021.

[@sandrapasma788]

This man is so talented to see him building his sauna and still have time to play with his furbaby. I would love to live out there. Beautiful!!!

[@akamong91]

this I pull up on the TV it's like a high quality television show

[@BonsaiJCan]

Good morning, perfect, just sitting down with a coffee !

[@MySelfReliance]

Me too :). Good morning

[@puravida1159]

I sat and watched this entire I consider myself self-reliant and have done some of the things in this video. But never to the extent that he does them. Hell, he had tools that I could not identify, and I have worked with a lot of different tools. Bravo.

[@MarkusMenet]

Simple the best Outdoor man,&cabin worker.!

[@basiliovaldezbuelna8775]

Great job done by this man, what patience in manufacturing, in the end the reward of seeing his work finished and functional, in the middle of that great place.

[@hughfryer3813]

I’ve been watching you build this for the last year, but it’s nice to see it in one go. Cali always steals the show. Keep them coming!

[@ericwood319]

Can't imagine a happier dog. She must love this outdoor life.

[@Immashift]

Man: Throws literally anything. Doggo: TARGET ACQUIRED

[@cristianflores3807]

Man..so far from a doggo

[@im-already-tired-tomorrow]

right,and i say if u throw a ball and your dog brings back a cold beer keep the dog and get some more balls

[@desirefusion532]

Bravo six, going bark

[@mariusciobanu8836]

These videos are therapeutic ! I love this channel and I love Cali. She is a star🙂 Thanks so much for sharing whit us. Happy weekend everyone !

[@shinmt2391]

It’s just a dog😐

[@kabhisharma3464]

So true

[@JingLu8]

Came to watch a man building a cabin, fell in love with the golden retriever! Such a good boy, patiently waiting for the owner to throw his toy, tail wagging but no barking. Awwwww ❤️

[@daudidaudi]

Deep down this is what all men just want to do, to be left alone working on their projects. And well, watch other men work on theirs. Great cabin!

[@vs3482]

Not just men, women to like to be alone also.

[@chefc3023]

@@vs3482 doubt tht

[@ashendc]

V S As a woman, can confirm.

[@ashendc]

@@tam5065 Some of us don't want to just watch, we want to do it too lol. Well me anyway

[@KM-bu8ec]

@@vs3482 Absolutely. My solitude is richness. 💙

[@gailparker8532]

THIS IS INCREDIBLE......THE STRENGTH, PATIENCE, RESILIENCE......THIS MAN HAS REALDETERMINATION AND PASSION FOR THIS SKILL......I'M IMPRESSED.....!!! THE LORD LOVES A WORKING MAN. 🌹

[@TonyBeran]

Shawn, I am in constant amazement as I watch each and every video of yours. I am Disabled and unable to get around and through your videos, I can see and feel the joy of what you do. Thank you and GOD Bless. ;-)

[@dannysapp5559]

as am i

[@LionBlood]

I’m 34. Raised in country life. This kind of life is basically my retirement goal. Just walk into the woods and enjoy the life.

[@rydercreed8609]

Yeah man mine too. Its more like a heavan.

[@amybennett8901]

Yes please

[@eddiewalker7252]

Fire your landlord and you can retire now!

[@paulbeadle1714]

The star 🌟of this show is the dog 🐕everything the guy does is easy if it wasn't for the dog nothing would get done think about that 😀😉😄👍

[@paularothman749]

Cali is making me laugh. She just begs for you to throw her toy. Sweet girl. 🐶

[@junkname9983]

She's cute and really well behaved but she's also kind of simpleminded. How many times do you have to fetch a red can before you realize it's a pointless endeavor? I guess she really doesn't have much else better to do.

[@paularothman749]

Junk Name she is a golden retriever. That’s solid breeding in retrieving. That’s all she wants to do for fun. It’s adorable.

[@Hoaxer51]

Junk Name, she seems pretty intelligent to me, she extremely active, knows what she likes. She doesn’t run away, she stays close at hand, and behaves very well. Most dumb a$$ dogs will run away as soon as you open the door, they don’t even know where they live. I’d take her any day of the week!

[@ontopoftheworld3749]

@@junkname9983 You vs Cali, I got $20 on the Retriever when it comes to smarts.

[@zerofox7347]

I wonder if she thinks she's doing an important job or just wants to play? Either way she is adorable!

[@shanebeaudrot777]

3.8 million views 😱 This is so relaxing to watch 🥱. I haven't watched TV for almost 3 years. I'd rather watch videos just like these. I wish I could be there to help.

[@りようかん]

凄すぎて脱帽です！根気と技術でコツコツやれば人間何でも出来るんだなと教えてくれます 勇気をもらえます　ありがとうございます！

[@jimschuman9926]

My soul searches for what’s missing in my life, I come across your videos and now I have my answer(at least some of it). I would love to do what you do. Just retired from construction work 3 months ago after 37 years but there is no comparison from how you do it... old school... to how it’s done in the modern world. Being in the middle of a forest with solitude helps also. Best of luck and thanks for taking us along."

[@slewter9041]

I agree mate...I'm in the same boat..I'm 49,,I'm set to retire at 55..on that day I'm liquidating all my assets and purchasing land in northern British Columbia....I have a 5 year plan,if I could do half as well as shawn,..I'll be happy as a pig in shit

[@اميرالشعر-م3ع]

You are the amazing whriter

[@abuwdee1]

@@pal3800 انا ارغب بالعيش في كوخ بعيدا عن الناس 😔

[@pal3800]

@@abuwdee1 ???¿

[@bajazoo1089]

Shawn is finally a craftsman who also brings something to an end. And professionally! Nice one

[@lotus9241]

강아지가 너무 귀여워서 자야되는데 자꾸 보게 돼

[@jonathanekat3852]

The dog is doing all the hard work I see

[@MrLuvless]

he's built a whole neighbourhood by now surely

[@karenrhoads8681]

Fun to see the former homestead. Glad you’re so happy now in the new one

[@barbaramatheney1410]

Outstanding teaching material for students! Thank you as they will love this one!

[@sebastiengiboulot7848]

Thank you for another video Shawn, highlight of my week!

[@vm8762]

The reason why I like Shawn James is because he always thinks ahead before he does something. He is a legend!!

[@kimberlylord3588]

For someone that is not an outdoors type of person, I've enjoyed watching you build everything from the bottom up--by hand--ALONE! This is awesome and I can appreciate all the hard work and craftsmanship that you've put into creating such lovely pieces of art! I've sent the first episode to my husband and have been considering doing the same. Kudos to you! Love the content...can't get enough!

[@ДмитрийБурылов-ю8ш]

Таким и должен быть настоящий мужчина. Сильным, умелым, храбрым и самодостаточным. Только уважение.

[@mrs1lver834]

questo video merita i milioni

[@박한호-w7b]

대단하십니다 구독했습니다 너무 잘 봤습니다

[@barbaramaria162]

Everytime when Cali comes into the picture with her red toy, I am starting to laugh. I love this dog, never getting tired to ask you for a throw and ever so often for a real cuddle.

[@ekpukhonvincent1535]

Long live,your talent is superb,i wish you all,all the best worldwide.

[@rianimnor5128]

My Self Reliance has gone throughout all seasons and you've done it well.

[@mjones6115mj]

I feel spoiled with a 2hr long video! Cheers Shawn! Have a great weekend everyone!

[@erikt1972]

You are so gifted! Master Craftsman right there

[@benderaviation]

Watching this was the most relaxing thing I've done all week.

[@covadongadoradomayordomo3047]

Me too!😂

[@attantoniasturntutorials3451]

Watching this is pure meditation

[@cade469316cw]

Right

[@sararose3541]

The MOST helpful puppy 🥰 chasing after the wood chips was the cutest

[@radiationsnowman]

WOW!!! this guy is amazing, and his videos are as well, and also, this is the MOST active Human Being I've ever seen in 60 years!!! Cheers Mate!

[@-m4nGo-]

I love it, all of it. My uncle told me once that back in the old Old days a real logger could build a cabin with just one axe.

[@elainetarpley9837]

I love to watch Cali chase Snow and Wood Chips! She entertains herself and it is fun to watch her. Dogs make my day! Love love them.

[@wisherevenshade4059]

I watch all of these as you release them, and yet its still so nice getting to sit and watch it all in one long video. Thanks for all that you do, keep up the great work. You definitely push us to pursue the same meaning and satisfaction in our own lives.

[@АлександрБурмин-р6л]

Music has always been with me: when I feel good and when I feel bad, it helped and supported me, inspired me to create and just made me live...

[@dannysapp5559]

me to there is a song for anything

[@shirleymhernandez4197]

Aww the pup .man you are a strong person to do this by yourself .very talented. Grate job

[@linettelow]

Dogs are among the truest of friends 😊 🦮 A cabin build is no mean feat too, especially done alone. Very inspiring. Thank you.

[@jonijonzziperakoski5674]

Löylytuoksu Perkele - the best! Greetings from Finland

[@swampking2514]

I wish I could sit and watch the whole thing. Off to work though. Catch the rest tonight. Looking forward to it. Thank you Sir

[@dannymac777]

The old ways of building. I love it, man! I envy that life.

[@tommytwotone81]

What an awesome companion......jumping at every woodchip......you can't get bored by yourself with a dog like that.

[@ashleyj8562]

This is perfection! My favorite part....no words needed!!

[@meatballsandwich5329]

This man has patience holy fuck. I love that dog too what a hard worker

[@joeybleu66]

steady pace

[@stephanpace8678]

And through it all faithful Cali was there to help 😁

[@jkarasta1]

That’s it, I’ve had it!! I’m building a bird house with my cat. Done

[@Arrimorri]

Ah yes. Sauna and koskenkorva👌

[@bashairH]

I JUST WANNA SAY YOUR CONTENT IS HEALING AND YOUR DOG IS CUTE.

[@Skankhunter420]

Why are you yelling?

[@rydercreed8609]

Yeah dude 😍

[@oonaghcostello3450]

I just love how Cali follows you around. What an amazing companion you have in her. And she appears to have a great life.

[@LuisitoGuira]

Ur Dog Is So Adorable And Amazing! Long Live You Two Sir!God Bless To Both Of You Always!❤❤❤

[@mattiassalonen2973]

I love the Finnish products you got there at the end in the Sauna. Reminds me of home.

[@Jack-hu7cb]

adlikda strlinfza I’m not familiar with Finnish products, what are they in this video?

[@marialindell9874]

@@Jack-hu7cb Before 1:52:00 there was some scents you can use to make your löyly smell different. (Please google translate löyly from finnish.) I'll update this if I spot anything else. And there was a white thingy thing I don't know the purpose of that had the word "Halko" on it, so I suspect that would be finnish aswell. I guarrantee on that. The Halko thing was shown at around 20:00 to 1:30:00. The kiuas could be finnish aswell but... that's always a wild guess when you can't see any identifying marks of the maker.

[@kronos5759]

@@marialindell9874 u forget Koskenkorva bottles : D

[@marialindell9874]

@@kronos5759 Oh! I didn't notice any! Thanks!

[@kronos5759]

@@marialindell9874 No problem :=)

[@brandonthompson3191]

This dude is the definition of bad ass. Probably spent more on his camera setup then on building an entire house, sauna etc. I can dig it!

[@Sksk27547]

Having a cabin, is a good thing.

[@wakney]

Impressionnant ! Shawn, vous êtes de plus en plus précis, efficace, professionnel. Bravo.