Building an Off-Grid Homestead ..... start to finish

A simple off grid homestead. Built from the ground up with your own hands. Thats the dream for thousands of people around the world. But, with cable TV programs and made up youtube videos, what does that look like in reality. In this video , my wife Brooke and I show the process of building an off grid homestead , start to finish, and what its actually like. Thanks for watching.
Portions of this video were provided by my wife's footage that you can see on her channel ( Girl in the Woods)....here's a link to her channel.
/ @therealgirlinthewoods

[@dusk5375]

Taking "it ain't much but it's honest work" to the next level

[@nellafamily5126]

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[@garymoffatt5617]

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[@garymoffatt5617]

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[@djkhaledtouchedmefunny]

and the music!

[@joshuacampher3494]

Yes! Facts 😂😂😂

[@jzbass72]

I’d give this man a lifetime HGTV contract and let him name his terms. Incredible skill, a genuinely folksy and friendly demeanor, and zero drama.

[@frznrrfan.frznrrfan102]

But most people want drama, and that is what's sad. I've been sitting here watching video after video, the problem is there aren't enough of us. I hope I'm wrong, I would definitely tune in.

[@LunaticStruggler]

@@frznrrfan.frznrrfan102 same man

[@Yeshuaschosen]

100%!!!

[@fucuszullanti7877]

Why does everything have to be on TV? This is better than tv

[@dannabis22]

He can already name his own terms. He is so much better off staying independent. Judging by his view counts I don't think HGTV could afford him!

[@Beradphotos]

You do a great job with the narration. Not overly preachy and practical knowledge. Great footage too

[@p1x3lated]

One of the things I love so much about your and Brookes videos is that, even though I recognize that you both have years of experience doing this type of work, I always leave feeling like it's possible even for someone like me, who didn't own a power drill until her late 30s and who has never even built a birdhouse. In fact, I think I'm gonna go ahead and start that birdhouse this weekend. ❤️ Gotta start somewhere.

[@grandiruka44]

How is the birdhouse going ?

[@scotthill1600]

Built a birdhouse in highschool carpentry class, the paint job is ugly plain brown but it works & sits on my parents property to this day, doing its job for the birds. I guess the brown kinda works too bc it blends in with the woods behind it That & the cutting board I made in that class, actually looks pretty beautiful considering it was made by an amateur (dad knows & has a lot of tools & taught me stuff all as I grew up anytime he had a project & also had a great carpentry teacher) to this day parents still have that cutting board (never used) as a display piece in the kitchen. It’d work fine as a cutting board, they just don’t want knife marks in it & I appreciate that they want to keep something I handmade & gave them like that

[@barbatkinson5822]

Fanagle. 😂 my parents used that term 😂

[@johnnymeyer4253]

You build that birdhouse? I'm curious...

[@oldladylinda]

lol they both inspire me too. Im old. And I'm currently lookin for land in Alaska XD

[@Mrdukefan4]

This guy is the Bob Ross of building stuff. You’ll learn a little bit about building and a little bit about life. Nice work.

[@ComeOutOfHerMyPeople]

But No happy little accidents ❤️

[@calholli]

@@ComeOutOfHerMyPeople Oops.. her shirt fell off, look at that.

[@dqmynator2.080]

hes truly inspiring - 5 minutes in and just HAD to upvote - then realized he has almost 8mio views... holy cow! i thought i was the only weirdo watching shit like this...

[@goranbrajkovic9925]

😁😁😁

[@williamurvan1617]

I was thinking the same thing your spot on with that comment. I wish I could sit in and participate on a build would beat living here in Dallas Fort Worth any day

[@T25de]

“Well I like the way I do it more than the way you Don’t do it...” That’s some good advice

[@michelepaine8480]

I absolutely love that quote!!

[@andreaswallschuss7184]

Just added it to my personal collection of favourites. Thank you for the insight

[@gregyates8164]

Your living the true American dream brother. God bless!!

[@SantiagoBenavides]

Everything is beautiful here... And on top of that, that little moment of prayer...

[@Grantlozier]

Fantastic!! At 72 this will be my last venture. I am an experienced log builder but I retired several years ago. You have inspired me to do it again. Just me and my dog, thanks WGL.

[@Shawnx-jb7sv]

Where are you? I would like to lend a hand perhaps! I am a Renovator but would like to voluntarily help you!

[@holybologna5312]

Hope it goes good!

[@auraleonx]

Be safe old timer, and may your adventure give you peace and tranquillity

[@kathyr.6825]

Gooo Wayne!! I’m 56 and I’m going to build me a cabin one day..! 🎉

[@seaturtleslastname8286]

Hope it went well

[@keithcooper3159]

“I’d love to tell you the right way to make cabinets but I don’t know myself” Love it!

[@Bushradical]

Yes! Thank you!

[@SeekerGoOn2013]

You know how to make custom kitchen cabinets.

[@yanknoz9710]

His honesty is refreshing. 😉

[@matthelevi]

Lots of good information and ideas. We are just figuring out where to put what buildings for the homestead we are setting up. This book kzbin.infoUgkxT9ExVpR-3A-9rpRqx8vzXKZ3BMMTg_KH is super helpful in determining what types of buildings we need, where to place them and how to build them.

[@consequence8836]

I can't decide what I like more: the cabin you built or your philosophy on life.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@jaredandrews379]

Both

[@AaronLeeFilms]

It’s the same picture.

[@aaronmarshall3940]

are you the real ron from parks and rec ?

[@WhtsUpYoung]

I lit was typing the same thing; I can't decide. Thank you for these vids and the life philosophy.

[@appcreate9132]

“Just far away from ppl that we can be left alone and do our own thing” this dude gets it

[@krystingrant6292]

Yes

[@Paultimate7]

Dude we all get that. Its not some epiphany. Not everyone wants to goto alaska for land though.

[@laprepper]

I get the sense by the time you get to Alaska you're probably in the I want to do my own thing boat 😁

[@laprepper]

I like the idea of nature but mosquitoes f****** love me so I'm pretty sure I would die every summer

[@dg6095]

@@laprepper scented dryer sheets

[@NEDSTyR]

You have the voice of a storyteller, a very relaxing video, and at the same time exciting.

[@naomiverdugo2180]

You know what? It is going to be you and your wife's fault when I realize my dream of living in the woods. Can not thank you enough. God bless you both.

[@campin_sasquatch7740]

"I like the way I do it better than the way you don't. " lol 😆 savage and a good quote

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@moralityIsHard]

I just heard this too😂. Amazing video!

[@yolandadobbs882]

That looks very good.

[@bigdaddy2343]

@@Bushradical I need advice. I'm a city guy. But my father grew up poor and was the oldest of 7. Not 70 yrs ago. 50 years ago. I'm 39. He had me working. With my hands beginning at 14. I've got callouses on my hands older than some people's shoes. Lol I've been a home builder, construction worker, utility worker (gas & water).. What do I do or what should I do? Move rural and eventually go off grid!? Bc I have 2 toddler sons. Youngest needs extra attention. He was a premie.. I was thinking to move to a tight rural community and build on OUR land the eventually move off-grid as my boys get older. What do you think brother?

[@coleengoodell3550]

What a nice break watching this rather then the news. One can dream.

[@1240okeene]

Wow I loved that he prayed over his food

[@Psychojon23]

This guy has got to be one of the greatest guys of all time

[@heavenwithin81]

More and more people are going to be called to live this way. It's like our hearts are crying out for sanity and simplicity now.

[@ezequielmartinez3582]

Idk about that bruh

[@troopygino]

People are remembering that living in oneness with nature is true advancement and intelligence and we arnt so advanced as we think, this unnatural brainwashed way of thinking is only 100 years old or so. Nice to see this change back in my lifetime hopefully I get to see it play out and love win.

[@meneertommy8690]

@@ezequielmartinez3582 yeah atleast where I live no noe is building their own house and things like that

[@impablomations]

@Mister Sir Civilizations have been around for a LOT longer than 2000yrs

[@waynecamardelle4459]

@Mister Sir Romans, Greeks, Egyptians, Indians, Chinese, who taught history to you son???

[@christopherwilson7698]

I love this mans honesty. doing is failing, learning and figuring it out I pray nothing but success for him and his family

[@MrFightagoodfight]

Favorite part of the video was seeing you give thanks. Good man

[@user-ss7qy2pq2m]

It was good to see you and Brooke working together.

[@iyintosoluwami]

Learning about stuff my dad never taught me, and getting life lessons in the process. you're a gem, bush.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks !

[@kenmontavy2183]

@@Bushradical p

[@terrydouglas2777]

Amazing house buddy. Eggs, cover them in vegetable oil an no cooler needed for 6 months. Just put in cool place, root cellar underground or anywhere like that, just a dark spot in bottom of a cabinet an they'll stay fine. I wish I could live that way again. My health went downhill so bad I miss cutting and splitting fire wood an building with my hands. I've always wanted to visit Alaska, I'm not giving up on that one. Because one day hopefully I'll make it up there, find myself a good honest woman and build her, that dream home she's always wanted. With my know how, everything is possible. God bless you all and enjoy the slower safer country life, there's nothing better.

[@Ass_Burgers_Syndrome]

@Lobnah Especially since the last year or so.

[@qualitycubing6545]

Thank you love to see the videos of building things

[@codybrown3934]

“Most people drive in and out of their property using a car. Well, we didn’t have one, so I built one out of a pile of scraps my wife found at the dump for free. Works pretty good.” I joke, but this guy is awesome. Love the video and love the commentary. Very inspiring.

[@MrSupernova111]

For real! hahaha

[@george25199]

That was a good one lol

[@imaramblins]

🤣

[@NorthernWoodsmanElite]

😂

[@bbrokidschannel4736]

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[@raygibson3627]

Love that you gave thanks before eating. What a great video. Thank You.

[@PeaceWorkII]

I can watch these videos forever.... The content in word and photography is incredible. The forward driving yet meandering, original music extraordinary, and Dave's voice is the best narration voice ever. The personable way he tells a story has me riveted. He has a certain surety and incredible kindness in his voice. Dave Whipple needs to be narrate ALL of the HGTV, Animal Planet shows. Just another talent this dude possesses. Go Dave! Thanks for being so radical.

[@betterbetty3542]

These videos are so inspirational. Every time I finish one I’m convinced I can go out and conquer the world!

[@Bushradical]

You can do it

[@carmencunningham4904]

Exactly my feelings!

[@edanabrown9061]

Same!!

[@orionstafa]

I don't get it? I mean more power to you and I believe you can do whatever you set out to do but as for me it inspires me to buy that 10 acres of land that I have been dreaming about buying for the past 5 years. Amazing content real life, real building keep up the good work. it seems like you are not just a good builder but also an amazing video producer as well. this looks like a documentary that was filmed by a Hollywood crew

[@bbrokidschannel4736]

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[@bjornalansonoutdoors1270]

Bro you are such a motivator, no bullshit, straight forward and REAL,, watching your videos hits hard and makes me wanna get it done.. thank you !

[@VotteyDaily]

Hi i love ❤️

[@10HW]

The first 5-10 minutes were nice for me but after that it felt more and more like non-stop preaching. Muted it and put my own music after 15. Edit: Nice home tho congrats on all the great and arduous work

[@juliepiper7058]

Not at all preaching and if it was, it was a beautiful message.....

[@bjornalansonoutdoors1270]

@@juliepiper7058 Different strokes for different folks,,, personaly I love watching this guy build the cabins and listen to what he says... if he repeats himself he's trying to drive the point home " you can do it your way, but I've done it this way and this works " kinda talk..

[@jeanepilgrim4926]

Thank you for the video. I would love to live in a cabin like you and your wife have, but I am 70 and in poor health. I can still dream through videos like yours. God bless y'all.

[@susanblack7782]

Cozy comfort, warmth and food for joy. It’s the cherished feeling, in the moment, all is right and good and well. God blesses.

[@emeraldhome]

Been a carpenter over 40 years. There's the way you have to build things in cities with inspector's, building codes, big box stores just around the corner and all that; then there's the way to build things out away from amenities like power sources, running water and so forth, using what's available... including common sense. Yours is a great example of the latter; a very fine example of ingenuity, hard work and determination. I salute you both. By the way, you get extra credit for being a decent human being that won't resort to showing pictures of scantily clad women just to draw cyber pervs to their site.

[@vapewilder7843]

Well said Sir.

[@salvadorprovenzano1426]

Going trough the process myself right now in Southeast Mississippi. This guy and his wife rock! Right when I wanted to quit and call on a contractor I'm re-energized! Thanks Sir and Madame!

[@LucifersDeathSquad]

How'd it going?

[@pierevojzola9737]

Hi, I know exactly what you mean. I bought my land, put in the boundary fences, put in water and pipes, electricity and sewage and septic tanks (hand made on site). I build the storage sheds, the deer, cattle, sheep and goat yards and build a cottage. People asked me where did I learn how to do all this. The answer is, 20 years in the army, ability to follow written instruction, good public library and ability to ask neighbours questions on “ how and why and when”. In our part of the southern world we call it “the number 8 mentality”, there is nothing that can’t be fixed with a No. 8 wire. Learn something from your mistakes and plan ahead. Easy as! Harera mate.

[@jorgeantelo1351]

You inspired me to get a property offgrid, and that's a big thing for me, i'm a software engineer working remotely for the last year and a half, which means i only get out of my house on the weekends and never out of town You really are inspiring!

[@knelson3484]

🎆CONGRATULATIONS🎆

[@bearco.propertymaintenance6399]

If you can have reliable internet connection then why shouldn't you enjoy a beautiful view every day.

[@djm8341]

City rat here, I find the idea of this soooo enticing. I love the thought of being self-sufficient and alone...

[@lyndasanspariel4687]

“Things are too complicated, too expensive” yes. Thank you so much for saying this. I live in NT, Canada with similar land so this video helps with giving us inspiration on where to start and what to do… thanks for sharing your project!!!

[@foreigndrank459]

I am in Quebec I want to buy land in northwest territories, so beautiful

[@debralazaro5644]

The way u thought outside the box is an inspiration to all I love the idea of using free items reclaimed great job u guys rock good luck to both of u on the homestead

[@jamesjirik]

I am in United States what should I do?

[@stldweller]

@@jamesjirik buy some land and get started.

[@mariamyeshua934]

You guys are going to make me cry, I am so moved how good this turned out, and how cozy and lively it looks. Truly a dream come true.

[@angelacarleton9575]

Great job you all did!

[@quanbrooklynkid7776]

@Theodore Plume why u say that

[@knuty64]

"There's the way I do it, and the way you dont do it" LUV IT!!!

[@laurelanderson8720]

I am absolutely mesmerized by your building. I long for carpentry skills!

[@Q-BinTom]

You sir are not only a great builder, outdoorsmen, homesteader, KZbinr but also inspirational. Thanks for bringing a bit of light into this world. May God continue to bless you and all that you do.

[@VotteyDaily]

Hi i like look ❤️

[@dutchwebb6029]

Not only true but WELL STATED!!! May God bless you as well.

[@debragindorf4812]

AMEN & AMEN MR. BARRETO WONDERFULLY STATED!

[@JohnSmith-os6xe]

Well said 👍

[@zach6867]

What a role model. I hope he settles down someday and teaches this stuff to his kids

[@jeffmontague6700]

Living vicariously thru the Whipples.

[@antonoat]

You and countless others! lol

[@saginawdan]

You got me.😎

[@emileeleewolfe4192]

High five Brother! 🖐️

[@josenogales3408]

Exactly!

[@VotteyDaily]

Hi i like look ❤️

[@pj-light-glass]

I'm in awe at your abilities and accomplishments Dave. Watching you and Brooke, working steady, staying determined, cooking delicious meals, revelling in all that is around you, supporting each other, forging ahead...astounding!! Thanks so much for generously sharing your thoughts Dave and your journey. I really am in awe. 😊

[@davidturner4464]

My fiancee showed me your 25th anniversary video early on and she's constantly telling me about Girl in the Woods. I started watching Brooke put in her well at the A Frame and then I started watching this channel. Love it. Your narration, your incidental music, your editing, and your teaching. I'm looking forward to building something small with my fiancee soon. Blessings on you and yours.

[@dinohouse1235]

Dave, that was the fastest 35 minutes ever, very well filmed & very well spoken! you could make a living being a narrator, i have done woodworking all my life and i still learned from watching you. i wish the absolute best future for Brooke & you..

[@niveklor1456]

It was like a Sunday afternoon with Bob Vila,.This old house

[@Sam-w9des]

yesterday and today i just poured my concrete pads for my off grid cabin all by hand in a wheelbarrow

[@VotteyDaily]

Hi i like ❤️

[@Sam-w9des]

@Noli's World same to you

[@brandonlee9747]

More power to You, sir !!

[@kobygrimes1234]

May God bless you with great success and safety!

[@jayesh5131]

@@Sam-w9des Good job sir👍🤗

[@wandabrady2178]

Brooke and Dave....YOU ARE AMAZING!!!

[@gailmcmillan4094]

This cabin was my favorite one that I have watched you build. I would love to have a cabin on top of the ridge behind my house. I believe I would spend most of my time in it. Thank you for sharing your work and the love you put into the cabins.

[@pixelin]

I lost my job yesterday. Your channel, as well as your lady's channel, have turned grief into hope and gave me a push to re-evaluate things.

[@-Opiate-]

Know its none of my business and unsolicited, but chin up. That door was closed for a reason. The reason is not important. What is important is that another door has opened for you. Now you're free to either discover it, or if you already have, walk through it. If nothing else, having completely free, unburdened time to think, evaluate and simply enjoy what you enjoy is the most valuable gift you could ever have. As you know, you can never get your time back, and this free time won't last, so do try and enjoy it as much as you can. Your next, new job is waiting for you already. Cheers😎👊

[@Ass_Burgers_Syndrome]

Damn, I feel for you man. I hope you turn things around soon :)

[@pixelin]

​@@-Opiate- This sums is up very accurately, it describes my current state 100% . Thank you for taking the time to share a few supportive words to a complete stranger. It means a lot.

[@pixelin]

@@Ass_Burgers_Syndrome Thank you for your kindness. I hope so as well.

[@copperfish543]

I quit my position 2 months ago, I am having trouble getting employed, but you know what? God provides. He is for us and he will for you. Stay away from the media.

[@twowander2470]

You are 100% accurate about homesteading. Half the stuff we have utilized is someone else’s throw outs, sinks, pvc, lumber, roofing. We look like we live hours from civilization but in reality it’s a 20-25 minute drive to Walmart. Great video, great philosophy. When we started building our first cabin my wife was in the medical field and I had some carpentry experience but had never built a house. It went great! Just read, watch videos and get your hands dirty! Thanks for the great video!

[@IWillSmurfYou]

@Trantor The Troll breathing issues? Is it from pollution? Dust? Pollen? Figure it out and find the right spot. But if your health is really that bad off maybe off grid isnt for you.

[@henriklarsson5221]

@Trantor The Troll There was a time before the internet when people had fun anyways... ^)^ But in any case, they clearly have access to internet since the videos keep coming. Or they drive to town to load them up. And for electricity they have solar and mobile batteries that stores power, for LED lights, a radio, computer, phone etc. Or a diesel-driven generator when you need it. If it is pollen you have problem with then living of grid in the spring would be hard, but you still have the late summer, autumn and winter without pollen. And there exists filters for homes that can help clear the air. There is even cheap "nose-filters" that clears 99% of pollen in the air. Otherwise, if it is not pollen, then the air of the woods should be good for you. I think they work from time to time in seasonal work(i´ve heard them mention it). But both have a income from YT now also, so i guess their workload outside YT has gone down. cheers

[@mikeg8127]

@Trantor The Troll you sound like a spoiled brat someone should leave out there with this guy you are weak son

[@justnature1900]

I've watched this video probably 10x its so entertaining I love you and your wife's videos

[@tomhuggard1510]

Larry Hauns’s videos helped me a lot at the beginning of my career. He sure knows how to sling tubafours!!

[@xerolift]

"I like the way I do it better than the way you don't do it." that's awesome

[@meangreen7389]

Using the proverbial construction pun, “You hit the nail on the head” when you described the reality about Reality Shows. Thank you for sharing your wonderful vids.

[@SPACEMAN70000]

Of all that building I absolutely love the giving thanks for the food! 😊🤗🙏🏾

[@BeeKay4444]

Well Dave….I cannot tell you how refreshing your channel is along with Brooke’s. You both keep it REAL…a rare gem 💎 these days. Not ‘made’ to order spending lots of $$ for stuff coming from China nor are you making things seem better than real life. Loving both channels and look forward to watching more. Bless you both.

[@LindaSChastain]

Dear Dave aka Brooks husband. I've followed Brook for some time. The cabin you two built is beautiful. It makes more sense than the way most are built. I wear several shirts from Brooks site. My favorite has She Gone on the back. I have long hair so it usually doesn't show, but I know it's there. Thank-you for sharing your side. I saw da wolf too. I love you both in Christ. Hugs from California.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Linda

[@jake10373]

Holy smokes I built my first log cabin just outside Fairbanks a about 6 years ago! Built a couple homesteads since, it really gets in your blood. Nothing like carving your life into the landscape. We are fortunate enough to live in Alaska where you can still live this way. Free of burdensome regulations and plenty of space to stretch out. A truly freeing existence. So glad I stumbled upon this channel

[@josephcormier7046]

YOU ARE A GENIUS, MY FRIEND. GOD HAS BLESSED YOU.

[@brandobally3003]

This guy is the best for falling asleep

[@Spyke383]

I've been slowly working on building my off grid homestead. But never seemed to make much progress. So 2 weeks ago i said screw it, ordered a shipping container. Moved all my stuff into it and went full time. No motivation like camping in a tent to finish my new home. And probably no better time the way things are going.

[@annesweeney5552]

Indiana sunshine ☀️ here ! Good for you man ! And we’ve had such mild winters ! Good luck best wishes for your new home ! God Bless & Be Safe

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

What about insulation issues? I think that's going to be crucial over the next new years; heat as well as for cold.

[@BrLambert]

This practicality that you inherently have reminded me of my dad and how he would have acquired the tub, building the basic cupboards, etc. He always wanted a cabin in the woods away from the craziness but never got the opportunity. I loved watching him work on his truck or tinkering in the garage or even shaving. This wonderful cabin of yours inside and out reminded me of him.

[@VotteyDaily]

Hi i love ❤️

[@ljackson4489]

The very best video on cabin building online! Bush Radical is without a doubt the very best!

[@stephenmagness5999]

This is the best video I’ve seen in a long long time. Very enjoyable Dave. ❤

[@MrLookatmyhat]

"Its all a dream until you wrench it into reality." That's God damn right

[@Bushradical]

Thanks

[@awal7664]

This was honestly so relaxing to watch

[@lisabetholson]

I just wanted to say my uncle said 40 years ago that that was the Best way to build. I think he was right. BLESSINGS 😊

[@drumb6261]

Where ever you are, whatever you are doing, i hope you are well and safe. You're a great person sir

[@humbleevidenceaccepter7712]

"You just get your hands dirty and you figure it out." Wise words indeed.

[@robertcarnot9015]

Hi. Im living in Denmark, in the "modern" world. But my heart belong to the nature. I really want to move out into the nature. Like You guess. Feel fri, Feel the nature. No clock. Im dreaming. Im dreaming.

[@charlesbutch7739]

P o 18:04 😢 18:17

[@warthunderwarthunder6943]

Move to nothern sweden denmark dont got eny real Forrest

[@worldpeace8187]

Don't give up on your dream. Life is a one way ticket so enjoy the journey not just the destination. 💜🌍💙

[@bearco.propertymaintenance6399]

The dream is part of the joy because it will change as you move towards it but never stop moving towards it.

[@user-db7kt1wt3x]

Do it son

[@byrongatlin7025]

Dave, you and Brooke make such a Great Team.

[@themackforcefive]

I could literally f*ckin cry watching these videos. Beautiful work

[@pamike4873]

Those flatlanders who have one season really have no idea what they're missing. I cherish those winter days when after a hard days work, or a hard day of play, when it's getting dark and the wind is howling, a snowstorm on the way, there is just nothing better than getting to your cabin, lighting a fire, and kicking back. I could not live without my 4 seasons, even though the older I get, the less I like those bitter cold days and nights when you have to go out in it.

[@jordanmc5340]

To be fair, us flatlanders have 2 seasons......blizzards or mosquitoes! Somewhere in southwest saskatchewan

[@bullmoosecalhoun]

Thank you for filming the part where you said Grace, that was a nice touch.

[@ArmenianLifewithMitch]

Amen

[@kylepetruzziello3321]

“It’s all a dream…until you wrench it into reality” that’s a great quote

[@emsmedic28]

My favorite part was the prayer before you ate. I could almost hear you thanking God for all your blessings.

[@alaskanken2132]

Just warms the soul.

[@robinsaba3888]

Yes!

[@juliepiper7058]

It does warm the soul, thank you 💕

[@minustaco42zero24]

I'll be honest, this was perfect and spoke to my soul. Thank you.

[@bearco.propertymaintenance6399]

So true what you said about not being a 1000 miles away from your nearest neighbors but having a little extra elbow room is the real blue collar dream. We are social by nature and of course in case of emergency it's nice to know your not totally alone in the wilderness. And of course you should be able to indulge your imagination because that's how beautiful and inspiring things are made.

[@rickywatson2119]

I'm in construction site development mainly parking lots,Last year 2021,I decided to see how much scrap material I could collect off of job sites,so every job I asked the GC for any materials they were throwing away or just extra,By September I had 400 sheets of 3/4" plywood,2,380 (2x4x12)s 4000 ft of 12/2 Romex and 356 2x10x12's (200) 4x4x14's we started building a hunting cabin on my land for a couple 12 packs and some free bbq for my buddies we Now have a extremely nice built cabin,I think everyone should be required to build a cabin or home at least once, Great video thanks for sharing, and nice cabin God bless you and your family

[@jshepard152]

That's insane! What did the cabin end up costing you?

[@yukonchris]

"The world is moving too fast. Things are too complicated, too expensive." Yep, dead on. I enjoyed your video, listening to your story and getting a sense of your ethos. I'm a long time northerner too, living across the international border in the Yukon Territory of Canada. My wife and I have always tried to build much of the stuff we need. It was refreshing to see someone elucidate the simple lifestyle so well. The really sad part is that that world is catching up with the northern frontier, and we may be a part of the last generation that has an opportunity to do what you've done in the rapidly disappearing wilderness.

[@astrox9097]

Hi

[@kcloh650]

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[@SP_3333]

Yep.👍

[@sodbustergrl.]

This is very true sadly.

[@bradenparkes]

there will always be land available for those who are willing to work it, and live off of it ♥

[@timere2407]

Everyone: 15 different tools Him: Chainsaw.

[@chelamcguire]

Dave, thank you for allowing me to travel with you and your wife Brooke as you built your beautiful home in a delightful setting. I've just had a wee glimpse in to Heaven. Many Blessings from Bonny Scotland and many thanks for showing me that if I dream hard enough and work hard enough my 6 acre woodland, that I've just purchased, can and shall be my new off grid homestead. Thanks again.

[@Doc1855]

We too live in the mountains 5 miles from town (25 miles from the city) and Costco is a 45 minute drive on summer roads. It can be twice that in the winter. We had to fall 17 trees to make enough room for our house, septic tanks and drain field, plus enough of a fire break. We chose to put Hardi-Board (concrete) ship lap for our siding as we have a fire season here every year. Our mountain hasn’t burned in 32 years, so we installed galvanized pipes with rain bird sprinklers on the peak of our roof. If there’s a fire we’ll quickly attach the sprinkler system to our frost free spicket and turn it on to water all around our house and out building’s. We’ve built several retaining walls and raised garden beds to make our veggie garden and my wife’s flower garden as flat as possible. We have one area of our property that is flat so that’s where we planted dwarf Rainer Cherry, Honey Crisp Apple and a “Donut” peach tree’s. So far we have 7 fruit trees planted. Next year we’ll plant a Mulberry tree and 2 Elderberry trees on another section of our property. We grow almost all of our fruits and veggies. Whatever we can’t eat right away we freeze dry. My wife’s family live in Montana and own a 17K acre ranch. Their growing season is short, so we barter some of our freeze dried fruits and veggies for a pig, cut and wrapped. Every spring we buy a young steer that’s raised on her family’s ranch. In late fall the steer that we bought is slaughtered. We get 1/2 of the steer and they take the other 1/2. So our initial cost is only for the cost of the young steer. So that’s how we get our meat for the year. I can’t see well enough anymore to go hunting for tasty Elk or deer, so we settle for a pig and 1/2 a beef. I salute everyone who has the courage to homestead and I can appreciate all of the work that goes into an off grid homestead.

[@typryor2227]

Me, sitting in bed and eating Cheetos at 3 AM while watching this video: “Huh... I bet I could do that!”

[@sandladdie]

same, bro, same.

[@Robby4Jesus]

You could totally do that.

[@Frozzenbanana-vk8gd]

broken foot with a dr pepper on a gaming pc

[@jasonbarnes2636]

Lol.

[@brctom1]

@Ty, LMAO! You win the inter webs with this one..

[@amramjose]

That was inspiring. I wish I had a fraction of your building skills, but I appreciate the bit about "learn by doing" and "doing something is better than not at all"! Cheers.

[@kimglover6968]

Its a wonderful thing to see someone thanking the Lord for what they have and the food they're about to eat. In this day and time, its rare for someone to include that in their KZbin channel. Thank you very much.

[@baldinho8508]

You Americans are lucky have lots of land like this for these projects. it's absolutely fantastic little homestead

[@peterhynes3251]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching the project unfold in this video. The underlying sustainable, recycling and reuse principles are a lesson to us all. The teamwork between husband and wife is a joy to watch. An exercise in philosophy as well as a super cool building project - very well done indeed - I am completely addicted!

[@ellac8410]

you an english professor or something?

[@sukeywatson1281]

“I believe we are designed to make stuff, to create stuff”... couldn’t agree more. I like your attitude it matches with ours about the creative human spirit. We use what we have around us and do our best though it may be unconventional. And so what. If it works, great. If not, fix or re-design and build again. Every mistake or lack of perfect result is opportunity to improve, to learn, and be humbled.

[@OneHippiesMusings]

Ever heard of the book 'The 12th Planet' by Zechariah Sitchin? We may just have been designed to build/farm/mine/etc..., believe it or not. lol

[@user-pl7bn2rt2d]

Hello there!! I just found your channel yesterday. And I thought I would check it out. Let me tell you Sir. I'm definitely enjoying this. I'm just now seeing your wife work with you. The both of you are amazing and incredible. When you put your mind and thinking in gear there's no holding back. May the good Lord give you strength to achieve anything your heart ❤️ desires. Thank you so very much for everything you do. You and your wife's hard work and dedication is outstanding 💪👍 enjoy your day and take care

[@blessedbeyondmeasure5070]

Great Job!!! Build as you go, wonderful idea, well thought out plans. I can't wait to get me some land. May the LORD continue to BLESS YOU.

[@manycallmemom8406]

Love the fact that you took each challenge and just figured it out. And salvaging from the dump and yard sales is right up my alley. Most impressive is that you give God the honor and thanks. Best to you and lovely Brooke.

[@NaruSanavai]

Especially the dump. Like, it's amazing what people throw away.

[@trickpony5708]

Thank you for the inspiration! I plan on making this my reality. Simplicity and peace. It may seem like a lot of work to some, but when you aren't devoting your time to slave for money to survive you can actually slow down and accomplish basic needs for yourself and be more at ease.. People seem to forget that... That's just my opinion anyway. You both did a great job! Enjoy your home .

[@decomposingman]

This is a beautiful example of a like-minded couple who recognizes their individual strengths. It’s like the old adage goes: a man can make a house, but a woman makes a home. It’s just lovely to see the hard working husband do the heavy lifting, but the wife doing the equally important fine tuning. You two should be an inspiration to so many.

[@thomaschandler4831]

Well now that’s the 7th time Ive come back to this video Dave 🏆😁 always a joy

[@sashahera5679]

‘We are not building a piano, here, we are just building a box ...’ 🤩💙😻 beautiful paintwork, too ... ‘in the wintertime, in Fairbanks, Alaska, the world is your freezer’ 💙💙💙💙

[@tunatofu63]

Which may be why you won't want to go outside to pee or shower when its 10 below.

[@AnttiVi]

Pretty awesome. In Finland we have built most of the log cabins using horisontal logs for hundreds of years, but we actually have some commercially built vertical log cabins too. Vertical logs have their pros and cons compared to traditional horisontal logs, but the oldtimers in Finland didn't have such power tools and screws. Since they had only an axe + manual drill + wood stick anchors between the logs, horisontal logs were a natural choice under their constraints.

[@monicastevens2945]

I miss Finland its very beautiful

[@strawberrycatastrofy257]

I'll just put Larry Haun videos and watch them while eating dinner or doing chores. He's just such a nice presence.

[@bettychilldres9860]

Ha... I like this guy's personality... he don't make no "bones" of what he means to say, just streight forward and to the point. 😁😂👍

[@Jamie-lw5sy]

I am a contractor, I work on very expensive houses in Virginia Beach area. Throughout the video I kept noticing things you did wrong. But brother, I've never seen anyone do wrong so right! I can never do all the things that you're doing. A big part of that is because I'm older than dirt. But I've never had the guts to up and leave. I've got too many deadlines, too many needy people. sometimes I can't sleep because I'm worried if I'm going to get things done on time. Half the time you're missing at least one or two workers on every job, and nothing ever goes as planned. running a business is stressful. I'm very jealous of you. God bless.

[@Bushradical]

Thanks Jamie.

[@beengarden5122]

But are they really wrong? Or just not the same as a coded house. I think over the years we've lost the ability to understand that housing can be built to live in, not just resell. And everything doesn't have to perfect to be done right...for the individual's needs.

[@Jamie-lw5sy]

@@beengarden5122 exactly. Sometimes code can be a little Overkill. Everybody is afraid to get sued so we overcompensate.

[@koitorob]

@@Jamie-lw5sy No, it's the exact opposite. 'code' is UNDERKILL!