Building an Off Grid Woodworking Workshop Log Cabin in the Forest, Episode 1

Finally, I'm building my workshop in the forest with wood harvested from my property in the Canadian wilderness. In episode 1, I pour concrete footings and carry 6x6 timbers into place to begin building the log cabin/timber frame wooden building next to the newly dug pond, in sight of my hand built log cabin.
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[@abrenning2499]

You ought to write a book titled, “ The Hard Way”. You never take a break, never shirk, never take the easy way, never rest - and always provide content, ideas and visuals for us to enjoy. Thank you. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@jimmurphy4703]

Well he does take time out

[@fredargenton8104]

Don't forget about those awesome video when he goes fishing alone or with is best buddy! That is some well earned good time off :)

[@cmrpeach3470]

@futue te ipsi Lol..well...he did say "what the Hell" the other day when he was working on his screened porch. Barely noticeable to most. I'd hardly call it swearing. Shawn DOES keep it clean & honorable. It was a rare utterance of dismay. I actually found it endearing . Genuine

[@randalllaue4042]

This is the way it was done. Unbelievable!!

[@randalllaue4042]

Not always dried on screen?

[@ashleighjaimaosborne3966]

As a 62 year old woman, I have come to find the noise of you hammering and sawing quite relaxing. Be well and happy. 😊🇨🇦

[@weenameily8097]

"Your life is your message." That is why this guy doesn't like too much talk. The world has gone noisy, chaotic and complicated. His lifework is a beautiful message of simplicity, hardwork and compassion for nature. Thanks Mr Shawn for choosing this life!

Ele tem sorte de poder fazer o que faz.... a maioria das pessoas não tem a menor chance de viver assim.

[@patriciabarnes7034]

I totally prefer the very little talking videos. I love to see action, videos. Show me what you are doing rather than waste my time with endless yacking and silly female giggling! Do all that and I'm off!

[@JamesJohnson-yh1oh]

Elizabeth from far northern California said, I agree with one of your commentors, "Thanks for choosing this Lifestyle." It does so much for those of us watching...so much encouragement, so much pleasure, so much calm and quiet, and beauty. Your screened-in porch looks fantastic, and you do 'canning', too! Surely Mrs. James is so proud of you! I am!

[@lincolnjgilbert3727]

You know Shawn, I so enjoy your videos. No hype and drama. No excessive boasting about yhe latest equipment.Your mild manneted voice blends superbly with your soundtrack. This is my go to calm down podcast. Dont ever get tempted to amp it up. I even enjoy the sound of the spade digging in gravel

[@MySelfReliance]

Thank you

[@cmrpeach3470]

Yes. Exactly

[@jeffplant3]

Yes indeed, the sound of the shovel and all of the kitchen sounds. I get hungry just listening

[@ceciliamojares3770]

Im a pilipina, njoy watch your videos, now im ur fan.

[@derickmitchell9852]

I am a construction electrician retired who fell in love with concrete. I poured so many transformer pads & light pole bases. I waited on the concrete trucks many times. I rubbed pole bases in the light of my truck many nights. Now I do concrete work on my personal projects with 80 pound bags of the stuff. One bag will produce a 12 by 12 by 8-inch block. I use online concrete calculators then buy hundreds of bags of concrete. Watching you push the wheelbarrow is a task I can relate to. I am 66 years old, I love playing in the mud. Arthritis & a replaced shoulder join has slowed me down. A blown-out heel in my left foot hurts but I keep mixing the mud. Thanks for sharing the laborious task of pouring a footing the hard way.

[@9856CB]

Derick Mitchell throwing a fusion from L2 to S1 and will match body parts busted or replaced😉

[@luisv7117]

One of the things I love about your videos is that you let us hear natural sounds instead of the music some people put on the videos...thanks for uploading we appreciate that very much I had learned a lot from you. thank you

[@roberttrifts2737]

One of the things that I think isn't appreciated *enough* is how hard you work to film all of this. It's like twice the effort sometimes, I'm sure. Your editing and cinematography skills have grown quite accomplished, too. It's why all of this works. Without it? It just wouldn't, at least, nowhere near to the extent that it does.

[@0623kaboom]

triple the travel time anyway ... setup the camera do his thing and then go back and pack up the camera for the next spot ... considering the other option is wifi all his work areas and then slap loads of "spy cams" up to catch everything he is doing ... the extra travel version is way more cost effective

[@jeffplant3]

Well said Robert. We almost take for granted that the whole process is invisible but it is a skill that Sean makes look transparent and invisible. So well done.

[@JayScottOutdoorsPodcast]

It takes 3 times as long to do anything while filming

[@roberttrifts2737]

@@0623kaboom The practical problem with spy-cams - some of which he may well use from time to time - is power, rain, snow, Ice, bugs, leaves, clean lenses. And did I mention power? Yeah it's a total pain in the ass, I'm sure. There are other cinematic/editorial conventions maintained, too. We don't see the road. Part of that is privacy/security; the other maintains the illusion of complete wilderness. We see the (often gorgeous) shots from the drone. We don't see the drone itself - at least, almost never. *Keep the tech out of the shot*. These are good editing rules. I live ~three and a half hours south of Shawn in the most densely populated part of Canada. 1 in 6 Canadians lives here. I could never do what he is doing; wouldn't want to, to be honest. Still, I enjoy watching him, enjoying it. It works.

[@SeanInAlaska]

I posted pretty much the same thing. I bet in 50 years people will STILL enjoy these!

[@a.d.595]

Shawn what a busy man you are Building a log cabin ,a sauna ,an outdoor kitchen, a vegetable garden and now a wood workshop...jaw dropping👏😎👍

[@marcegrecco53]

A. D. Don’t forget the outhouse and wood shed and a few additions to his cabin and a long house, the guy is amazing.

[@TheSabinewalkden]

@@dreamwalker1846 And don't forget all the filiming and editing of these great videos so we too can enjoy his channel. Shaw James has to be the hardest working man I have seen on KZbin.

[@0623kaboom]

no one ever said living off grid was without lots of work to keep you occupied .... besides ... everything he has built has been to improve his life at the cabin ... the sauna came at a time when relaxation was a high priority ... besides a bit of pampering for the aches and pains of a long days work is always nice to have ;)

[@banholim2299]

Mr.Shawn, i felt the joy of your harvest too. Really i must say this...one guy did it all by himself living off the grid while the world is fighting this crazy out of hands pandemic or whatever it is and others chaotic complications. The joy of seeing you harvesting your garden really give the joys to others, am sure of it...is so peaceful and nice where you are...i truly will treasure such life. i shall call this a quality and containment from all craziness out there....send my many loves to Cali too. Great to see Cali living such a carefree and freedom lifestyle...one great privilege to be there. i would love to hug cali at any cost. Thank you sir and have a great day. From the rain forest.

[@davidmcgregor4691]

Your work ethic is remarkable. I wish I could force feed it to today's generation. What you are creating these last few years is wonderful.

[@marianfrances4959]

Today's generation is inheriting a hell of a mess. Good thing invention is the mother of necessity!

[@marianfrances4959]

@@earthangel8730 pardon me? How rude!

[@garyhand6480]

Shawn, You have the most organized and most unorganized garden I have ever seen since my Uncle Jim died. You have the most beautiful vegetables of anyone. I just love the harvest! I would have Stir fried veggies with Bear sausage four nights a week. Thanks for this video!!!

[@gingerclark8673]

Watching you dig potatoes takes me back to when I was a young girl. I would pick the potatoes up and put them in the basket after Dad dug them. I am so happy for you with the progression of your work shop. Love watching it take shape.

[@bama4346]

I enjoy the way Cali rushes out of the pond and showers you with water to cool you off. Dogs are so considerate.😊 Sweet girl.

[@donnabaardsen5372]

I never cease to be amazed at the resourcefulness of this man. It's mind boggling how much he has accomplished, and continues to do so. It makes one feel a bit guilty for making even the smallest excuse for not being so self-sufficient, because there really are none. Shawn proves it in each and every video. And speaking of those, they are equally so beautiful, unique and uplifting. What an inspiration he is!

[@bismillahrabbani9006]

They broke the mold after Shawn.

[@donnabaardsen5372]

@@bismillahrabbani9006 Yes, they did!

[@earlshannon1048]

This video was one of your best! I'm 64 and this one really motivated me to get my addition done on my cabin. Worked 2 days and couldn't move for 3 lol! And of course we know who rules the show!!!! CALI!

[@carolmathis6084]

So, if I watch ads, you'll make a few cents? OK, I will watch ads. Those few seconds worth are certainly not equal recompense for the hours of beauty, creativity, instruction and joy you add to my life. (I'm one of the grandmas who would be proud to call you son or grandson or son-in-law.) I also bought a tee shirt. Amazing progress! Seeing you or Cali on the bank of the pond shows the great size of it. It's funny when she shakes off next to you. Thank you for ALL the videos!

[@igorvoloshin3406]

@@earthangel8730 hehe, here in Ukraine ads are with the local content but the same stupid 🤪 Still I'm watching it to support the great channel! 👋🤓👍 Ukraine and Canada were, are, and always will be friends! 🇺🇦🤝🇨🇦

[@0623kaboom]

sadly that would be google with the ads ... taking your browsing history and targeting ads directly to each viewer ... no google doesnt sell your information they sell what you do to advertisers who then pay to have their ads placed ... yep your work their profit

[@carolmathis6084]

@@genofashion7067 oh, I haven't yet watched that one. (I'm trying to catch up as I only found his channel a couple months ago.) It's The GOAT!

welcomed the adds for supporting Shawn

[@michaelford712]

Shawn you may be living the dream but you are also one of the hardest working folks on the planet. Your humility and work ethic are to be admired and inspired by all, they certainly are by me. All I can say is thank you and I hope you get to the point when your older where you can relax and enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor as im sure you do now but with a little less labor. Can't wait to see the finished product!!👍👍

[@jeffplant3]

The problem with what you're doing is that I find myself impatiently waiting for the next video! I have learned something in each one. You are a natural at what you do and we all benefit in so many ways not the least of which, is respect for this planet and how to live on it and not ruin it. You are a pioneer and a stalwart. Keep it up. And if Cali ever has a litter of pups, I want one!

[@angelito4us]

Me tooo, yes yes pleeeeeeeaaase

[@87theweeks]

So true! There’s another guy on here doing a self renovation in Spain, he drops vids on Sundays... I spend my weeks just waiting for these damn things to upload. I guess it’s a sign of good video making...

[@gstanley75]

Wow! Watching you dig red new potatoes and can green beans gave me a fifty year flashback to when I visited my Mom’s parents on their dairy farm during our summers. New potatoes and green bean with bacon fat and onions was a family favorite. Ymmmm!

[@walkinginthenorth7216]

Looking forward to see you work inside this phenomenal workshop during winter! Take care of yourself and your family, and please, never stop uploading. ❤

[@0623kaboom]

i hope he sets up a mass heater in the wood shop for heat and light in the cold days ... if he adds a forge on an end he can use the heat of one for the other as well .. since his forge and wood shop will be handy to keep his tools sharp and well maintained

[@johnhine8725]

Received the rest of the merchandise I ordered today, thanks for making it for me in your spare time. The stickers are representing you in Michigan on my work vehicle and on my kickboat (inflatable pontoon) when fishing.

[@rod708]

Shawn, I was watching you mix that concrete and your forearms are huge almost like Popeye! Your the envy of all men brother! The world is going crazy in the cities! Watching your videos keeps me grounded. Thank You!

[@bleuskye8124]

Sending hugs and kisses to Cali.Every time i see her it brightens up my day.

[@petejohnson6498]

As of 4:36pm CDT, 78 views and 80 likes. Curious. Mr. James, you are an inspiration. Keep up the good work sir.

[@philipmorehouse1069]

Reaping the fruit from your efforts is always very rewarding, to see and behold. You have the right idea - that in nature, everything has a life cycle, and living within that loop causes everything to prosper. Also, your dog makes all of us wish we had one just like Cali - you are a blessed man.

[@ceeceety2320]

How amazing it must feel to be self-reliant. My wife used to dream of living like this when she was in her teens and twenties. We love watching this together. Thanks for the awesome content! We love seeing the footage of the wildlife and of Cali of course!

[@ceeceety2320]

@@earthangel8730 I think she's still working at this point? Not sure. My wife grew up camping and knows more about it than I do, but we plan to retire in an RV and maybe end up with some off grid land with a stream and she can teach me how to fish! Haha! I'm a carpenter, so I can build our cabin. Kinda funny that my wife is more of an outdoorsman than I'll probably ever be! Sounds like you are too! Good for you! Another good woman!

[@sashadibka5415]

I don’t know why,but watching woodworking videos is so relaxing

[@87theweeks]

You can start to see the beginnings of the vision for the “pond” and surrounds. Once this has all settled in and the workshop and greenhouse are up, my goodness what a vista in which to continue your journey of self reliance! If only we could do something like that, here in the UK... perhaps I should be plotting my return to Canada 🧐.

[@cleeshann1928]

Yep! Thats called carving a little home out of the wilderness! Slowly but surely it's becoming your dream you had envisioned. With a few changes along the way. Miss seeing your Misses around. Looks pretty Lonely.

[@Rockman-4]

Passion, healthy, mindfulness, happiness, free of stress. What a life.

[@Sandmanye47]

Wish we can all live like this to appreciate what life has to offer us that we take for granted

[@cynthiairish497]

You have come so far doing this all on your own. I have yet to see any of your visions come to fruition. Do you have anyone to help you with processing all of the vegetables and fruits, etc. from the garden? Boy, all the labor you put into creating your forest garden is now very abundant and it is just beginning. Give pup a kiss on the head for me. God's blessings to you and your family.

[@ronaldwarren5220]

1.4 million subscribers! I cannot believe how far you have come brother. I wish you continued success!

[@cherylsteckler6900]

Yes, its amazing how much you have accomplished! It all looks great when your done! Just amazed at your skill, knowledge & work ethic!

[@balvanedaruelaspena877]

Excelente!!!!!.... Congratulationes.

[@shirleycrume6954]

Thank you so much for the full update for the situation of the noise harassment and the rest. The police hopefully have and will do their work dealing with the miscreants. This probably explains the bad comments and hands down that would appear, puzzling your worldwide friends. 👵🏻 👍 ❤️

[@katielegere7695]

Got back from a solo trip in Algonquin with my dog, and was very happy to see new Shawn James videos to watch! Progress is looking great

[@ginnicolee2502]

Thank you, lovely to watch you making your life better. Fantastic potato crop! What a special place you live in.

[@ГалинаСл]

Когда мне не хочется ничего делать, я смотрю ваши видео и сразу появляется желание двигаться и обязательро что- то делать. Не спеша, четко, аккуратно , как Вы. Ловлю себя на мысли, что двигаюсь, так же. Благодарю за сказочный лес, волшебные успокаивающие звуки природы. Привет вашему рыжему другу Кали.

[@renatodasilveira144]

I think most will under-estimate the value this man has provided for himself. Food right from the ground to his table. You can say hello to rejuvenation right there.

[@stacieislearning391]

Everything you have made is just so amazing Sean! You are such an inspiration! We really need more men like you in this world! I respect you brother! Great job on everything you have done, and what you are setting up to do! God bless you man! Your wife is one lucky woman! 💯👏🏼

[@globetrotting2628]

Gosh, I love Cali. So glad she is still a young pup so we viewers have many more years enjoying her wilderness happiness.

[@Sara2016a]

Thank God, I was afraid she was old and couldn’t accept that

[@pinky2245]

@@Sara2016a I think she must be 3 years old now. There is a video of her first birthday celebration.

[@Sara2016a]

Rose Wentworth Oh that’s great! Thanks for letting me know

[@globetrotting2628]

@@pinky2245 Yes, I remember that video. She should easily live another 13 years. Mine lived to be 17.

[@pinky2245]

@@globetrotting2628 You're welcome! Cali is such a lovely dog, she and Shawn seem to be perfectly in sync! I hope she lives a very long life!

[@Atlas1971]

After a couple of months on lockdown here in the US, I got tired of sitting around reading the news (from all sides), growing more paranoid, and filling with despair over the news cycle. So I took a 14 day 4000 mile trip that started on Father's Day and brought me home to outside of Chicago on July 4th. I'm 49. I spent a lot of time in Wyoming, Utah, and South Dakota. It was my first time camping and I did a lot of it on BLM land, got way outside of my comfort zone. It was am amazing trip, but sadly, it had to end. I will always have those memories and will continue my journey when finances and time permit. Watching your videos is a brief respite from the news cycle that I returned to. Thank you for doing what you do. I look forward to your videos on both channels. Tom

[@johnhine8725]

Bureau of Land Management land?

[@Atlas1971]

@@johnhine8725 Yes. I should have clarified.

[@johnhine8725]

@@Atlas1971 How did you choose, there are so many!

[@Atlas1971]

@@johnhine8725 I just found spots as I traveled. Anywhere on the map that was green usually had some places.

[@markwalk29]

Two things stood out. First. The joy I felt when I saw your harvest bounty. Well done Shawn. Second. Seeing Cali stamping her approval in the cement. :)

[@msmtnsunny958]

Shawn, your place is really looking good, the lake is filling, green is coming up around it. Watching you make the shop foundation. ..wow, I'm impressed, that's a lot of wheel barrows of hand mixed cement. The garden, the soil it's really coming along, obviously your vegetables are pretty happy with your green thumb. Thank you for the photography from the air and seeing Cali so happy. ..her lake is filling.

[@TheAnalytic1]

I like the segues and the music as well, quite listenable. As a musician I appreciate the way the music blends harmonically... (with your natural backgrounds). I'm with other viewers I don't know HOW anyone can go thumbs down on this one, unless they are doing nothing butt sitting on theirs. Great job!

[@lancedaniels9697]

Thanks for posting and sharing. Nice to see Cali doing her bit to aid with the footings at 17:59...

[@donnacole4227]

My friend u r one hard working man an I'm so proud of u . U r so knowledgeable ,,,did I spell that right,,idk lol. U know how to do so many different things,,I mean u just amaze me an such a pleasure to watch. I love u too Ms. Cali Florida loves Shawn James 👌😋

[@pennywise5199]

I love how you and Cali have an incredible strong bond. She adores you!

[@Sara2016a]

You are such an inspiration! God Bless You! Thanks for this beautiful video.

[@sandralaffitte1681]

Really I do not understand people who are giving you a thumb down!!! You are so courageous and inventive, you've done so much and you are still doing an amazing job in every field. You are reinventing life for you and for your family, and not everybody can do it. You're respectful towards nature, really every video you make is a lesson. Only a few people have the courage and the strength to start all over again and damn you're so good at it! 🙏💪👏 God bless you and thank you for the great videos, Every time I watch them, I travel and especially right now, it's the best feeling. Thank you.

[@highenergyog]

I needed this 23:26 of peace of mind and sit down time , thank you Shawn.

[@JavierFernandez01]

Yea.

[@thatmoneyguy7630]

Shawn, in a world as crazy and as chaotic as the one we find ourselves in at the moment, your videos are absolute perfection and the best sort of therapy. You sir are an absolute national treasure and a credit to Humanity!

[@Neighborhoodgo2guy]

You must feel ecstatic to yield the fruits (vegetables) of your hard labor. 💪👍. Thanks for your videos Mr. James.

[@167curly]

Thank your for this week's films. You make it look deceptively simple to build the footings for the workshop/cabin , Shawn. I look forward to seeing it advance. Such beautiful crops too.

[@theresalero7039]

This is going to be such a beautiful site for your workshop. I'm so happy to watch this new build. Cali loves her pond!

[@robvanza]

You are the Chuck Norris of homesteading on KZbin! My weekly dosage of inspiration! Thanks for sharing, love the video's!!

[@paulhurley3612]

Love these uploads!!! Being out in the woods is me going to Church... Js... #StaySafe & #StayBlessed 😎👍

[@dorothyculbertson5640]

So love this channel, thank you. It's a blessing to me and I'm sure so many others. Best regards to you and your family, big scrubs to Cali, take care and God Bless ❤️

[@carolyngregory9354]

I love watching you build your place in the woods.

[@ad2309]

Cali is really enjoying the pond and she blends right in with the colour the water is right now.

[@mountainmanandtheflatlande7739]

Loving the segues and the music. Slow go on the foundation but you'll persevere as always. Ponds filling up slowly but surely. Keep em coming!

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

@My Self Reliance ie:@Shawn , what another incredibly powerful week of self disciplined, single-handed, laying of foundations to yet another meticulously planned, log and ( home milled) timber workshop. Your honest & raw work ethics never cease to inspire me to be that better person I can be, daily. Thankyou Shawn, and may Gods strength & blessings abound to you & yours daily. From a grateful Aussie follower.

[@MsBee777]

Shawn, thank you for sharing your "Self Reliance" and how great you are at providing for your girls. I so feel a bit sad though, that those girls are not more rugged, helpful and support you more. I'm sure it doesn't bother you though, family is family. Keep up the great work. It's exciting to see the progress that is all to your credit.

[@gabyholliday4360]

Ms Bee living off grid was his dream, kids always want to be where their friends are so that’s not unusual. There is not much room for them to grow in the wilderness especially if they’re at the stage where they are schooling or starting their careers. I’m sure they visit often though.

[@laurenciachew2561]

Hey Shawn; how are you doing? You look so energetic everyday and that drives me more to want to watch everything you embarked on. I m a renal patient and keeping myself busy reading and more reading to spend my time after treatment. I love Cali! She is so obedient and quiet. I hardly ever hear her bark once. How is she doing? You are such a "gifted man" and a lovely supporting wife. Say hello to her for me. Thank you for making these videos. They are so inspiring. I lived in Singapore. A very small and cosmopolitan city. There are no more forest or jungle left. All transformation into high rise government's apartments where everybody enjoys the bulk of "safe living". Thanks for sharing again. Keep safe and God bless.

[@user-xr1ir1qk1t]

Dieser Mann ist göttlich! Alles, was er anfasst, wird sehr, sehr gut! Ich liebe ihn!

[@0623kaboom]

for those who want an idea of what this person is saying .... . dieser Mann m-this man n in sein v [colloq.]-be in v alles in allem adv -on the whole adv·at large adv·generally speaking adv·considering adv [colloq.]·in summary adv alles in einem adv-all in one adv so this man is on the whole all in one craftsman ...

[@user-xr1ir1qk1t]

@@0623kaboomVielen Dank

[@RatdogDRB]

A highly productive day (according to Cali). Lots of toy tossing so she can "help". Even a bath for a girl. That compost pile is beginning to look rich and black ! Nice work Kemosabe.

[@edmcgowan1570]

Love this. I have taken the tape out, stood back and looked, second guessed and started over many, many, times. Always worth the time and effort, but I truly admire and salute the way you commit to every project, trust your final marks, measures and decisions...and that you know how to keep a dog entertained the whole time. I can't thank you enough for the inspiration, instruction and mentoring you provide here. Have a great long weekend!

[@amylilleydesign]

Your vision for the pond and the new building are coming to life before our eyes💫it’s going to be REMARKABLY BEAUTIFUL, I can see it🙏🏻💯❤️😎

[@patstinson5167]

I love that you always use every thing.

[@rav94en]

Even though I'm living your reality as a vicarious fantasy, i have to say this channel makes me very happy. I was a huge fan of Dick Proenneke, and you have done a modern-day similarity of what he did decades ago. Best viewer content on line.

[@johno8562]

Slow grueling hard work that buddy in the heat to 🙄 cant wait to see it complete. Great Carpenter keep up the good work buddy 👍😎

[@Dzidekification]

Every step in the project will have tenfold return rate in the future, this include preserved forest garden grown vegetables. What an cleaver way of living sustainably ! Innovative, educational and inspiring series of films.

[@larrycarroll7371]

Just in time for my Nordic Track workout, thanks Shawn. I've been waiting to see what this week held in store, Thanks.

[@judy8117]

SHAWN, red potatoes lol ☘the GROWTH of today,is the harvest for tomorrow. LOVE your storage for the veggies.SHAWN your talent for the land always enjoy, STAY WELL and safe to all,CALI keep SHAWN throwing!🐾♥️🐾♥️🐾♥️☘☘☘☘☘☘☘🐾🐾🐾

[@BlueOceanRoss]

Man, those clouds at the end of the video. What a blessing. Gorgeous

[@dougcarney]

You, Sir are truly the best thing on the internet. Great work, as always. I’m a big fan. Thanks for sharing what you do with us.

[@DB-zp5un]

WOW this is such an amazing accomplishment!!!!! Congratulations!!!

[@vivianwilliams2216]

It's exciting to watch you build your work shop ! And your garden is producing very nicely! I guess Cali finally had to get a quick wash off ! She is such a sweet dog and so lovely! 😊👍💕💕💕

[@mariannasikhovska8835]

Hi Shawn, started to follow you recently. I'm lucky there are many videos by now to watch! And I'm always excited to see the new one. There is a lot of things to learn about living of land I know nothing about. Love watching your garden grow! It took you a lot of hard work, but those plants are really blessing you now with their fruit/harvest! I like that you share on how to preserve veggies, like sun drying them. I wish you all the best, keep going!

[@Onegoodyarn]

You could sell videos of your scenery shots and music. It's so beautiful what you put together. It takes your mind away from the stresses of the day to a place of peace. Thanks for sharing your world with us.

[@trisho.8331]

In awe, as ever, at your phenomenal accomplishments, hard work, care, planning and skills. SO thrilled to see your first big harvest was maybe better than even you imagined it might be!! Absolutely no one deserves to reap the benefits more than you!! Also thrilled you almost have the foundation set for your long awaited workshop! Congrats Shawn! Your wife and daughters must be so proud of you, but mostly kudos to you for fulfilling your dream. 👍👍👍 And thanks for the blissful Friday night videos and mid-week one on your other channel, 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😍😍😍

[@brianogden9076]

Amazing how you are working the land and setting a great example of humanity and humility. So proud 👏 ❤

[@patriciabeyer7824]

Thank you for sharing your videos. It's going to pay off in the long run. 👏👍

[@chanchoyling4919]

Your lifestyle is quiet but really meaningful and each video is beautifully edited with a clear story to tell. It is good to see that your diligence has rewarded you with a good harvest. God bless you and family

[@stephenriley9084]

Shawn, Yes! I've been with you there, but only about 10'. Digging footings for a stone wall, shuttering up and hand mixing the concrete in a big bucket with a trowel. Collecting stones from the neighbourhood and building a wall. Reality check... stones are heavy and you can never lift the ones you want! I surveyed the rock pile, made my choices.... and then reconsidered 😁. The new environment you are creating will be wonderful. Regards Stephen.

[@carmencolon5647]

Shawn you're channel is one of the best I enjoy watching what you have done at the cabin , you are truly one of a the best on utube. Cali she's grown to be such a good and faithful dog, you're so blessed. Looking forward to the next video👍

[@juikke]

Soil is looking pretty good in the garden!

[@256087]

At the beginning, there was a little logcabin, then a sauna, a kitchen, a porch, a pond, a workshop... Your grandchildren will have a new town ! Thanks a lot for your videos.

[@KeijoMetsalu]

Imagine this guy starting off his videos with a chiphappy "HELLO EVERYONE MY NAME IS YADA YADA WELCOME TO TODAYS VIDEO!" Thankfully he doesn't because he's a decent human being. This is so nice to watch.

[@patriciabarnes7034]

No pity party, no hype, no boasting, no click bating, no hype, no nonestop yakking time wasting show offs, etc... Pure humble hard work and professionalism.

[@SC-rw5ix]

How hard this man have worked and determined to do all. The great inspiration to all. If there are many sous like him the earth will be a better place to live.,

[@franciscosandiego3026]

Great video makes me feel I'm right there in the woods.

[@NYDRAINS]

Got to love dogs! And I'm sure she loves you like crazy! She is a really good dog, your the right person in the woods during all of this pandemic, keep Cali safe

[@CC-te5zf]

That pond is filling up nicely!

[@conniewaite1996]

Mixing concrete in a wheelbarrow brought back memories.as a child,my sister and I mixed as dad used the concrete to build additions on to our house of cement blocks.he would slop on the concrete and we gave him blocks and the wall would go up.then we had a tool to run over the seam between blocks.memories there.no insulation in those room but we were warm

[@brienwright]

That's a one man work army.

[@sandrastacey2285]

What a wonderful garden, full of produce. You are an inspiration all of us. Keep living this life you have chosen Shawn and keep us updated . Greetings from Sydney Australia. Stay safe.

[@boobletownbobby9255]

Looks like Cali stepped in your footing when you were pouring....haha. I would have put her paw prints in them as they were setting. She will always be part of it but a nice extra paw touch.

[@MySelfReliance]

Lol, she kept doing it

[@Ijusthopeitsquick]

She was paw-ing concrete, too.

[@karenthegoodkind]

Yessss! Along with Shawn, Cali's the major "bond" that supports Shawn, the vlog, the presentation and "programming", and all that is involved in the wonderful output that Shawn produces and releases that we get to enjoy on the KZbin platform. Thank you Shawn James and Cali - Cali's an excellent companion! Keep up the fine output Shawn and Cali! (Long time viewer/subscriber, seldom commenter).

[@brianjohns49]

Both my Grandfathers were Carpenters and Engineers (including a military engineer and the other an accomplished WWII Captain and pilot of a Lancaster Bomber). I think they'd both be right beside me in admiring your craft Bro. There isn't anything about you that isn't incredible and remarkable that I can see. Thank you so much for sharing what a motivated man can accomplish with a good day's effort. You're sincerely an inspiration to us all. The world needs more people like yourself. What an incredible asset to us all you are. 🤝

[@DerekGHikes]

Love your channel man, I absolutely enjoy every single one of your videos! They are always so inspirational to me!

[@deedavis9511]

I was just thinking about the video you made A LONG TIME AGO on a winter night when you fixed yourself a hot drink and sat down at your desk to read. I bet it'll be a long time when you’ll have the leisure to do that again. You are one busy and dedicated guy! Kudos to you!

[@MySelfReliance]

Looking forward to winter and longer nights :)

[@marlenamaizar888]

Those potatoes look great!!

[@judyjudyjudy9593]

I think Cali is the happiest of all the dogs on KZbin. I never see that her tail isn't wagging! She is contented & happy with her life! I know she is loved by your whole family & especially you, she is well fed & taken care of, you talk to her like a good friend, you stop & throw her toy for her when she wants & I was wondering if also, it is because she has her freedom & is not tied or in a kennel? Just watch her & shee how she is always wagging her tail! A great girl!!!! Of course, all your videos are awesome, but this is an ode to Cali!