Building an Off Grid Log Cabin Alone Ep 15, Tie Beams, Maple Sugar, Family Self Reliance

[@MySelfReliance]

Thanks for watching! If you want to see how we turned the maple syrup into sugar, Emily filmed it and you can see it in her video here; kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5mmhGaQr5ethdE

[@bernicemcaninch6254]

Tree mom

[@OutGoingFox210]

Episode 13 is unavailable for some reason.

[@ToddTalksTech]

Shawn, your perseverance and ingenuity at moving large objects by yourself is a testament to what any one of us can do if we can put doubts aside and go all in on a goal. You raise the bar, the log and the roof on chasing dreams, achieving goals and having self reliance. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@johnburns6422]

When i was a child in the late 40s and 50s in my home place in Ireland i saw men doing back breaking work like Shawn is doing today ,no mechanical lifting equipment just sheer strenght and willpower i admire this Canadian of the 21st century for the work he is doing , say a big Hello to your family not forgetting your Irish Wife , Stay safe

[@sylvianadeau8673]

My first ever comment…love the sound “ka-thunk” when each precisely measured logs rolls into its forever place. Progress is a wonderful thing. Like art, just gorgeous!

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear Sylvia Nadeau. 👍👌👏 I totally agree! ;-) 😁 Best regards, luck and health.

[@svravenflintlock7526]

Yes, I love that! Forever place. Shawn sure makes it look easy.

[@morjesusgan3]

That is a satisfying sound isn’t it?

[@Flowergurl2000]

I love that thunk sound also. So satisfying it must be for Shawn!

[@lory2622]

…and the camera jolts as the log lands. So satisfying.

[@ann-raelagrelle8312]

Don’t ever leave you tube I live my life with you I have arthritis very bad and watch every video please don’t stop!

[@mrbreaker5039]

_I love every single sq foot of this build. Compared to ur first cabin u have really diversified this build. Much bigger, more rooms etc; perhaps this was ur initial idea of how u wanted the first cabin's finished look to be? Regardless, u do an amazing job, my friend builds houses , I let him see a few of ur vids. He said ur attention to detail with the important aspects of house building are spot-on. Much respect, as always a big cuddle for Cali (The silent,and true star)_ 👍🏼👍🏼

[@scholtzm8]

hi, hoping someone could help me out. I have been watching for years now and something still confuses me a little bit, where is the workshop in relation to the new cabin site? same property? and the gardens too?

[@annh9225]

Dear Sir, Out of respect to our dear Shawn, and our histories of respect, please also use proper English when you write in this space. We are not teenagers who short-cut everything. Thank you very much.

[@HappyGirl4666]

It is so awesome to watch you take an avid interest in your kids. My dad never cared.

[@annrhodes3544]

Mine neither-abusive bastard.

[@Anne-FromQc]

While I am walking to the kitchen, my tablette is on the table and my hubby says, : I am hearing a funny noise in there! Me: Yup, it’s Shawn building his cabin. I like watching with breakfast and coffee. Shawn, you are like a friend and neighbor now and you are part of our conversations! This was just an short example.

[@jcole08729]

A man builds a house and the house also builds the man. Always a pleasure to share your experiences and watch your new home grow.

[@heru-deshet359]

Creating memories with your daughter is priceless. Cabin is coming along beautifully and Cali is more adorable than ever!

[@gigmcsweeney8566]

I'm so impressed with how your new build is starting to take shape and really looking forward to the day it's finished and you put the whole construction into a single video. And like most people, I'm sure, I'm looking forward to seeing how you turn it into a home. Cheers to you and your family from the UK.

[@lillyhall990]

I just hope Emily stays on KZbin and follow your footsteps especially your cooking.

[@donnabaardsen5372]

Oh, the sounds: a crackling fire, the crunch of the logs. I can almost smell the pines and smoke from the fire...and taste those pancakes and maple syrup. What wholesome, healthy living this is 💕👍

[@susanalbone5101]

My goodness, you have made so much progress with the build, the greenhouse and the maple syrup. I didn’t realise making maple syrup took so long but worth the wait I’m sure. I did wonder at one point why you and Emily didn’t pour the syrup from one bucket to another saving you time but then I realised it was frozen and wouldn’t have fitted in. Cali is Cali as ever, so sweet natured and fabulous company. I love what you do and thank you for sharing your time. Take care, be safe. ❤️ Dorset, UK

[@arthuralexander5429]

Dear Shawn, i think you will be a LEGEND !! a guide , an example of patience and of a hard worker with the most hopefull anticipation to get your real DREAM.... GOD BLESS U !! and thx for all you give to us.

[@edbouman5013]

Shawn when you are completely finished building your cabin, you should take all your video's since you started on this property and edit together a 2 hour documentary on your off grid home, from beginning to end, and sell it online or in stores! I bet millions would buy your video!

[@robinraymond62]

Callie is such a beautiful dog 🐕😍

[@trueleyes]

It's amazing to watch Cali running in circles in the snow, out of the snow, in the icy freezing water, and out again over and over all the while her tail is whipping at supersonic speed, she is so happing, and all by herself. She absolutely loves the cold climate wet or dry and the more the snow the better. What a little lady. She reminds me of my Labrador, Pepsi, on the worst day of my life when I had to have her put down. I never thought that day would ever come. Cali always reminds me of my Pepsi.

[@timmyg2548]

The cabin looks great! And everything else at the homestead as well!

[@SweetTater]

Watching this video ,makes me with I had a father growing up. I'm a senior citizen now, it's too late for me, but it made me tearful to watch you with your daughter. God bless.

[@loric4423]

Congrats on 2 Million subs. I look forward to your vids. Thank you and well done!

[@survivalskills7184]

Hello my best wishes to you and your family and thanks for the videos you have shared

[@emilyjadeoliver]

It's good to see the snow clearing up. You'll be able to get more work done, at least. Should start seeing some bears soon, as well, if you haven't already.

[@arcadiagreen150]

Warm weather = dog heat stroke again. Hopefully not. That retireiver does NOT like warm temperatures

[@emilyjadeoliver]

@@arcadiagreen150 I reckon Shawn knows how to look after his baby :) she'll be fine.

[@arcadiagreen150]

@Jason Matthew Oliver almost died last year but, sure

[@emilyjadeoliver]

@@arcadiagreen150 She didn't almost die. Stop being overdramatic.

[@arcadiagreen150]

@Jason Matthew Oliver dog collapsed from heat exhaustion. Took 30 minutes to recover from a 73 degree day. Not to mention that I wasn't the one who made a thumbnail of the dogs unfortunate circumstance. Me? Overdramatic? Hmmm

[@pammohler3253]

Such calm. Beautiful in this time of such evil.

[@papaeiche8322]

Hello Shawn, I have been following you for 4 yrs now and I think you have pegged it with this video mate, fantastic editing to get the correct content in viewing order. The segment where you are instructing your daughter in using a Bow was brilliant, I particularly noticed her looking at you when you showed her the draw, the girl idolises you and we can see hangs on your every word. The Build is coming on great and now the fine weather is coming more progress will be made I'm sure. Best of luck from WALES for the rest of your construction.

[@MySelfReliance]

Thank you

[@1kbs11]

Emily, find that anchor point that works for you and never move from it until the shot is history. Black flies just maybe held-off a bit longer due to the extended cool weather. This may be a good thing.

[@liesavillandre3481]

Cali has found her heaven on Earth. Your cabin is really coming along well. It looks like you found your heaven on Earth too.

[@mpfogle]

Cali might just be the worlds happiest dog! Love seeing her living her best life.

[@dderbydave]

2 million up..Congrats. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@sandybroderick2932]

How can this not be one of your FAVOURITE memories with your Dad??? Treasure this!!! 💜💜💜

[@morjesusgan3]

Thanks for another great start to my morning. Your videos are such a relaxing way to start the day and Callie always brings a smile to my face. Praying for a swift recovery for your daughters!

[@morjesusgan3]

@UCFBzqVrm9gC0yJ8gRxS_30g Doing wonderful this morning thank you! God bless you as well! ❤️

[@acedyoung1]

As a father myself I really enjoyed watching you coach your daughter with the bow. Great parenting!

[@dorafurness466]

Awesome you can make your dream come true and build you and your wife a beautiful log cabin. I'm anxious to see it finished, but I have a feeling you well always be busy adding new things. Love your videos just wish we could see more of your beautiful wife and daughters.

[@bryan17293]

The loft is a splendid choice. Hoping it is easier to access roof for you. No wasted space. Very cozy :)

[@aidiaa]

Not only are you the best at what you do but you’re a great dad. I want lessons from you lol

[@El_Pollo_Loco]

Its funny... I am not gonna live in that Cabin but still cant wait for it to be finished. Again: Great work!

[@Staroy]

These videos provide so much serenity to my concrete jungle life

[@EmilyBoltz]

I have always admired people who knew construction but this is entirely on a whole different level of it’s own. The way you lift and move these huge logs on your own is incredible. This home is looking awesome.

[@slangster233]

Have to say, your framing and editing skills are remarkable!

[@daughterofgodcarolv8411]

Wow Shawn you are truly gifted in talent by God! Truly amazing you are! I'm from the US and can't help but think of our early settlers and what they accomplished with even less than what you have. Feel like you are a window into their lives. Love our Cali girl! Blessings to you and your beautiful family!

[@mollyayarza8262]

Shawn , I remember days way up north in Ontario, out on the water in canoes. For 55 years I have lived in mountains on the Equator far from birch trees, loons, moose, and the Laurentian shield. n addition to nostalgia, it is amazing to see you build a house from scratch and build fertil earth from what is available on your land.

[@25acresandacabin99]

@@russ6720 I'm down the road in Sturgeon. I camp lots just north of River Valley, and lots up the sultan road west of the water shed. I've not camped in a provincial park for about 40 years, only crown land I camp on, or my own acreage east of me in my off grid log cabin. Still tons of forest, Literally. its really not disappearing the way that comment makes it sound "the wilderness is gone except the provincial parks", far from true. PS, 55 years ago, Sudbury used to look like the moon, lots of growth since the stack was built.

[@billnason7098]

Wow you are making some progress shawn and I must say you have the best content on KZbin can't wait to watch your next video always watching from Maine I hope you and your family are staying safe thanks for sharing this with me

[@ladykholder9925]

The perseverance of one man...you are an inspiration to all of us...thank you for that... :)

[@MySelfReliance]

Thank you

[@janus3555]

Congratulations on 2 Million subscribers, Shawn. Well deserved.

[@johnhine8725]

Like Dick Proenneke said :”enough to impress that beaver”. You are so busy! Well done!

[@jmar665]

Wow, working hard. You had me on the edge of my seat a few times this video as you moved those massive logs around. Nice to see your daughter also making the syrup with you. And as usual, beautiful Cali doing her thing. Just an awesome video once again. God Bless.

[@fonhollohan2908]

Cabin is lookin marvelous. Those ceiling rafters or tie beams will definitely give it so much character, it will look stunning when she's all said and done. Hell its looking stunning already. cheers bruh,..looking good.

[@111doomer]

My favourite shot was just you standing there taking it in. Fire crackling away in the foreground, nearly built cabin in the background. A man at peace in his place in the world.

[@markallen1084]

Best video yet! Plenty of building, good amount of sustainable life work, passing on attained bow skills to the next generation And plenty of Cali! By the way, I’m impressed with your fútbol skills with boots on!

[@terrieyeakley82]

God's miracle worker at it again. Someday you will be in your new cabin and you can look back and say : I built this cabin all by myself . I built it with love,hope and I built it for my family. You are an amazing man Shawn and I'm glad I subscribed to your channel.i have watched you build your sauna,your outdoor kitchen,your tool and bathroom shed and many other things I have watched you build . I am glad you are my friend. Their is so much love in you . I am proud of you and so is your heavenly father. Keep up the good work and you will be rewarded. Love your channel and love you bunches. Stay safe. Thanks for video.

[@donnamaben775]

Your an amazing father, and a real genuine intelligent person. I love watching your video's. Cali is so adorable. Can't wait for the next video.

[@annetteedel8110]

He works so hard but still finds time to play fetch with Cali.

[@elliotazus6258]

Hi Shawn, Thanks for the roof explanation & I vote for the future grandkids loft. I knew Emily was sick, but didn't know both daughters were sick w/ covid. I 🙏 for a quick recovery for them and that you and the Mrs don't get it. I had it for 2 1/2 months last fall and ended up in the hospital w/ blood clots. Not fun that's for sure. At 70 I'm happy to be alive! I belive He is not done w/ me yet down here. As always God bless and take care from California.

[@giselecontassotdesayvre3965]

Impressionnant et magnifique !..je ne sais combien de tonnes de bois avez vous soulevé seul dans votre vie?..et ce n'est pas fini!!...le record mondial ?😁...bon weekend Shawn...🤍💚. Très belle vidéo sur votre vie en extérieur.. beaucoup de travail pour le paradis

[@jau2552]

Cali’s winter coat is thick and beautiful.

[@stevesmusic1862]

Sean, I hope you will recreate the awesome outdoor kitchen you had!!!

[@loupiscanis9449]

Thank you , Shawn . 🐺

[@patrick-po2lx]

it’s hard to find words to properly capture the beauty of what you are creating, and the feat of will it represents.

[@rodneywroten2994]

Shawn I enjoy your channel so much I catch myself smiling when like you made the bench seat on the porch and Cali know that is her time with you. Thanks. the cabin is looking so awesome Sir

[@richardthornhill4630]

Forward progress is always good. You will be moving in soon.

[@167curly]

I greatly admire your single-handed skills in building your future log home, Shawn, and your video skills are really professional too. It's good to see Cali running about on snow-free land now that spring is coming up there.

[@TammieFulmer]

Well Shawn I could watch you build stuff all day and or watch Cali play all day lol

[@justmestacey3247]

Thank you for another great video! Cali is always a highlight of watching - she loves that toy and fetching it 😁👏You really make stuff look easy (know it is not) thank you for allowing us to share the journey with you ❤️ Have a great week to come an God bless 🙏🏻

[@emilythefox3710]

After all that hard graft,i just love it when you roll those bad boys and they thump into place. This cabin is the best. Love to you, your family and of course the wonderful Callie, from the uk.

[@jeanhawken4482]

Doesn’t get much better. Good food, family and lovely timber

[@jamiemueller1881]

Such a beautiful thing to see a father teaching a daughter a new skill. Also love the way Cali came in with her toy! What a beautiful life you're building, Shawn and I love that we see how much hard work it takes. This is not for the faint of heart and it's so important to make that clear. .

[@markengle1583]

Cali looks like the happiest dog in the world playing in the creek with the spring thaw!

[@canajian]

The perseverance and knowledge to pull this off alone gets a big tip of the hat from me.. thanks for sharing the experience and dedication.. I quietly watch most of this, just wanted to say 👍👍

[@collienbordner5181]

Hi Shawn and Cali, You’ve both weathered another winter.Looking forward to another “build season”. Can’t wait till the roof is on and the windows are in…exciting.!!!! Stay safe,anxious for the next video!

[@scottdanielson9795]

I didn’t want this video to end☺️

[@Toms_Bright_Ideas]

I'm no expert at archery, but I taught it one summer at a Boy Scout Camp in Wisconsin. It was my first job out of the Army and I had applied to be the rifle range instructor. We used recurved bows like you're using. The Bows we had were sized for the Scouts and not me, a 6'3" (1.905 m) guy. You have to use one made for your size. The best advice I can give your daughter is to practice the draw, as you build up your muscle strength and muscle memory of it, it'll aid in the release and help you to stay steady in aiming it. At the start of the summer I couldn't hit the massive target we had from the distance we had set up. After a week of practice I knew exactly the aiming point and how much of a draw I had to do on the smaller bows. I could hit the bullseye every time I demonstrated archery for the Merit Badge I taught that summer.

[@bonnieodoon2980]

Your patience is so rewarding and a lesson to me. Thank you.

[@jamesgoodman6243]

Come along way Shawn I started following you when u were halfway up the walls of the other cabin. Now a new cabin bigger than the first more room and a root cellar basement too boot. Your innovation to challenge yourself with better designs sets a standard of how you excel at doin things. Every week something new appears or Cali up to her old tricks. Better watch out Emily may out shoot you this year buck season get a big one. God bless be safe stay warm and healthy. Jim

[@sofiamorgan1075]

Hello 🖐️🖐️ how are you doing today god bless you 😍😍

[@jamesgoodman6243]

@@sofiamorgan1075 just got out of the hospital today had emergency surgery on Good Friday for twisted Bowel and A fib heart problem. But all ok now am back with Tim and Company for now

[@sofiamorgan1075]

How are you doing today god bless you 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@markemerson8399]

Shawn, I'm constantly amazed at your ability to get the necessary things done. I have different goals, but I've yet to master the ability to get the foundational tasks completed.

[@sierrashere6957]

I don't remember my Dad once spending time with me like you did with your daughter . No pity party here, I understand life is not fair, and we have to always count are blessings, but it brings joy to my heart to see a good Dad !!

[@gillyb333]

Great video Shawn making good progress it will be nice to see you Dried in by the next winter. 😀

[@maryhudgins9133]

Such impressive work. Congrats on 2 mil!

[@mollyayarza8262]

IShawn

[@danielmorley6213]

I have watched you for years when you blit the first cabin and now BELDING the log House you Skill is Awesome But what i never Realized how much work and how hard it is to produce these videos

[@stoqndimov5136]

This place looks amazing, the river , the forest. Congrats for the hard work and beautiful Log Cabin!!!!!

[@basshunter4144]

Looks like the snow is leaving. In one shot the cabin blends so well with the forest . More daylight hours at the end of video your looking into the forest I could see the wheels turning. God bless be safe up there until next time

[@joebacarella2829]

Impressive Shawn, dropping those monster logs in place , and each one fitting like a glove. It`s really taking shape now, I can see the vision coming together, wish I could come up and help you cut the boards for the roof. I am not a cabin builder for sure, but I did play a lot with the lincoln logs when I was a kid, I built all kinds of cabins, but they were only 10 inches by 10 inches. It is truly remarkable what you have achieved by yourself, can`t wait for the roof to go up, stay safe, all the best to you and your family, staying tuned in from, U.S. Southeast Michigan.

[@sergiovalenti7255]

My back and knees hurt from watching this. 😂

[@B-leafer]

Amazing, beautiful, inspiring, entertaining, soothing, satisfying. God bless you Shawn, and your family. Cool having your daughter on too. Y'all are "a sight for sore eyes.." as the saying goes.

[@veeveeleo9713]

Super cool … I have a habit to get up make a mug of tea … sit in my bed & do scrolling for sometime & here I see my favourite blog posted 👍👍👍good morning to you .

[@nancysmith4529]

This build is really coming along. You and The wife both work hard to provide for family. It’s going to be gorgeous when done and a very functional property. Calli really loves you. What a beautiful animal.

[@RunAMuckGirl2]

Nothing more satisfying then the sound of a log rolling into place. 💖🙏🌹

[@lindarowe4076]

Such a joy to watch your daughter learning,keep trying I did my husband taught me ,muscles will build,I and my husband and freinds,would get togethers soon enough I was better at shooting then they were,you can do anything if you put your. Ind to,wise to learn it ,it may co e in handy someday sooner than you think

[@FromThePrairies]

Think Callie has hit the point in a retriever’s life where a bed and a comfy pillow are top priority. Bonus points if it’s outside in the sunshine with a view. Except when there’s a toy to chase!

[@DorisGronewold]

Your are in your natural environment and I know you enjoy the freedom of cabin life in Mother Nature's deep woods.

[@198634]

By now this man should have a small town built with all the cabins etc etc he’s put up over the years ! He’s definitely the mayor ! Lol

[@theodorehowe2262]

Things are really shaping up with your cabin build Shawn, Good to see Emily is with you making maple syrup and sugar. The greenhouse is coming along with the planter boxes and seed’s planted.

[@scrappyquilter102]

Shawn I appreciate all the times you stop and change the angle for us so that we can better see what you are doing. I wonder, have there been times when you have gotten really chilled to the bone and needing to get a quick fire going, or are you pretty good at keeping warm all the time?

[@barbarasnookolderandwiser]

Absolutely love the look of the logs. Always wanted to live in a log home. Never got to, so I'm living vicariously through this building of one. Did the same with your last one too, Shawn. Thankyou for letting us all in to watch.

[@debbiemyers857]

Love the way the cabin is coming along. Your videos are relaxing to watch evening though you are doing the hard work. I am amazed you do this all by yourself. Your daughter definitely takes after dad. Both of you are doing great work.

[@Mindy-s-channel]

My favorite part was watching you and Emily. I’m so glad she started her channel. I’m totally hooked. Such a sweetheart. I really enjoy her perspective

[@warpspeed9877]

Since you have the big logs protruding over the porch I suggest you enclose that space over the porch into your attic. With just four vertical logs supporting them, you will gain much more space in it for storage or an extra bedroom for guests!

[@dubemccready7438]

Cali the forever companion that always makes one smile when I watch these video's, such a beautiful friend is your Cali. Now those Pikelets (pancakes) look so so good - added to the fresh maple syrup, fresh coffee what more could a happy camp need. wow after all those long winter days you will no doubt be feeling pretty good to be getting the roof on the cabin & wanting to close it up tight - must be so satisfying & may I write well done to you. Work safely & cheers.

[@trueleyes]

Good morning, Jimmy, watching you this morning do all these different things reminds me of the day when I was doing finish carpentry and doing side work in Beverly Hills. My journeyman who introduced me to some clients in Beverly Hills and did finish woodwork for them later, he would keep telling me to get a $5 helper, so I didn't have to stop what I was doing to have to go get that screwdriver or box of nails or set the ladder up on the other side and so on. Plus, you're doing camera work too! You flip from one thing to another, but people really don't know what you go through to get all of these things done and you're not in your 20's these days. Do all you can now while you still can. BRAVO Jimmy. Keep on Truck'n

[@rosearnold1220]

That’s what I was waiting for. You sitting on your porch with a big smile on your face. It was brief but good to see. I so enjoy your videos. Your humble with an incredible work ethic. Love watching Cali. What a happy girl! Thank you for your channels. 😀

[@numbersvibrations]

Greetings from California. Shawn we made it to spring. Hahaha I’ve patiently waited for you to resume your beautiful cabin build. You are an inspiration. I’ve learned so much just watching your videos. Stay safe and warm.

[@wonkey3733]

Pure gold, Loved every second of that, your interaction with Emily and Kali was just a dream, coming from Northern Ireland I have been a sub from I saw you start your first build and have been hooked ever since, but this video has been by far my favorite, good luck to you and the family I wish you all the best and no I am not a bit jealous, give Kali a pat for me. Thank you for the inspiration and the will to continue. Brian from Lisburn Northern Ireland

[@pamelia1535]

I’ve been off line along time I’ve got a lot of catching up to do !! You’ve come along way since my device I used broke . Amazing . I did see your daughters cabin she’s pretty amazing as well 👍you have a wonderful family .

[@shawndonohoe2789]

You have completed an amazing amount of building over the winter