Building Out Our Own Island Homestead | S2 Ep33

[@micjam1986]

Im just catching up on your videos now. Im a retied carpenter/builder and im so impressed with Ryans work ethic and abilities. How about that love fest?🥰 😀 you both are wonderful people. I wish you many happy years enjoying the fruits of all ur hard work.

[@mywildholm]

Thank you! What a nice message to read here! It's really great to have you here to watch our journey- we have so much more to come and we can't wait to share it all with you. 💚

[@jaynewarriner7214]

You guys are cracking me up!!! You probably need to get away for a while. Wait, you are away. Never mind carry on. ❤️

[@mywildholm]

😆 🤣 We do have a lot of fun 😁 laughter can go a long ways when things get a bit challenging! There's a lot of it with the 2 of us! 💚

[@carlenevasseur]

WOW that's all I can say is WOW what a life.

[@mywildholm]

Thank you so much for watching this amazing journey of ours! It feels overwhelming at times... very grateful 🙏

[@CoffeeWalksandWhatever]

Story time with Ryan. 😄 Love it! ~ Deb ☕️🇨🇦☕️

[@mywildholm]

😆 A pretty nice little life lesson 🐁

[@BryanGray-zn8ri]

I'll say it again. This is the best channel on youtube. I learn so much from both of them working together

[@mywildholm]

We really appreciate your support! We learn so much with each passing day but Ryan definitely has the skills to back it all up so I am grateful for that. Thank you for watching. 🌿

[@CoffeeWalksandWhatever]

I love that little Saker Saw too Melodi. I use it all the time around here. 😊 ~ Deb ☕️🇨🇦☕️

[@mywildholm]

Isn't it great?! We just love them both 4" and 6" amazing saw 👏

[@ElaineMargaret-h4o]

I still can't believe all the knowledge Ryan has in his "knogan" on ALL your projects/solar power/builds on Bird Island! Amazing & hat's off to both of you as you're such a good team/partnership & I so appreciate you sharing your journey with us all! I too have learned so very much from you both. Stay safe, many blessings, & all the best to you & your family. Cant wait for Ya's to have your 2/4 kids coming to visit this summer. They will be so proud & impressed by their parent's! It's all about Family. Enjoy. OC, we won't see that until S3, but v happy for you all now in '24! 😊 ❤🙏✨

[@mywildholm]

That was such a nice comment to get today! Thank you so much... he's definitely got lots stored up in that head of his! So many skills 💚 Thank you so much for your support of our channel, we are truly grateful 🙏

[@ElaineMargaret-h4o]

@@mywildholm Thank you Melodi & Ryan; the pleasure is all mine, trust me! Thanks again for sharing. ❤🙏✨ Enjoy the full moon this evening. It was beautiful last night!

[@mywildholm]

What area are you in abouts?

[@ElaineMargaret-h4o]

@@mywildholm Oh, sorry didn't realize you sent another reply until just now. (Trust me, Utube is very new new to me as I only discovered it when I retired, so don't know much about it or how it works.) I'm in Niagara, Ontario. As I said a couple mths ago, I only discovered yr channel when "We bought an Island" suddenly came up frm BC, ON. So I binge watched your 1st season & just over half yr 2nd season. Since then, I've totally enjoyed all yr posts, shorts &, lives (when I can) & even MORE impressed with you both. I adore your relationship btwn the 2 of you! You both are very blessed & I'm very happy for Ya's to now be thriving on Bird Island, YR 3 & making it your forever Family nest! So very exciting. Yes, sorry, I'm Long winded, so I'll just say, Thanks so much for sharing; have enjoyed every step of the way& will con't to do so. Much ❤, health, blessings, safety being sent. 😊🙏💜

[@mywildholm]

Thank you for the prayers, well wishes and support! We feel blessed to have to opportunity to meet such kind, like-minded people as yourself! -Ryan

[@David_Blong]

That’s so cool you are repurposing some of the timber will add character to your cottages

[@mywildholm]

I just feel like it's important to do - I'm not sure how it'll all come together yet, but I really want to save as much as we can. Ryan isn't quite as concerned about it but we'll come to a consensus I'm sure. We always do 😊

[@rushingwindmountain]

Love the Loons sounds. Great video as always❤❤

[@mywildholm]

Thank you so much! I just never tire of hearing them 💚

[@leiastephenson1575]

Ryan you’re so knowledgeable, I learn so much watching your channel. Loving watching your journey and how you both take everything in your stride. Thanks for sharing x

[@mywildholm]

That is so kind of you to say. We really do love sharing this experience with you too. Ryan is one of a kind and I feel blessed to have him as a terrific partner in all of this. Thank you for watching! Stay tuned for so much more 💚

[@LAZYDAYZAHEAD]

Thank You Ryan, I needed that big Bird island Hug.

[@mywildholm]

Anytime Jese!

[@mygrannysgarden]

You guy are making a lot of progress. Ryan is a hard worker and knows what he is doing. I pray that the Lord will continue to bless you with strength that you both to complete your dream. Blessings.

[@mywildholm]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. Ryan is a very hard worker. We do thank you for your prayers and blessings as it's not always easy for sure. It always seems to turn out well (better than we even expect) but often-times, we do have our moments during the process. 🌟

[@jeanettewhite2144]

Great video you are making progress ❤

[@mywildholm]

Hi Jeanette! Thank you for watching another episode! We are getting somewhere aren't we ☀ I can't wait to show you more! Have a great rest of your day.

[@danos2013]

It’s like leaving life through bushwhacking that is awesome

[@mywildholm]

That's a great way to put it! 😊

[@karenbrest187]

Good afternoon 🤗 you're island is so beautiful & alot of potential for future projects😉 Take care 🙏💖

[@mywildholm]

Hello dear Karen... thank you so much. Ohhh yes... that's it isn't it?! The potential for the future in every way. We have this sawmill that we desperately want to bring here and then... 'let the games really begin' 🪵 💚

[@debrasnipes7431]

Another great and very informative video! Your determination and perseverance to achieve your dream is so admirable! And fun to watch! The lovely sounds of the loons are such a great bonus, too! ❤

[@mywildholm]

Thank you so much! You are very kind and supportive. The loons are just beautiful out here... each time I hear their call, I stop what I'm doing to run to the shore. 🎶

[@aprilgowins9849]

Make sure to give yourself grace. You know more than you give yourself credit for. Love your channel.

[@mywildholm]

Awww... That's a really kind comment. Thank you so much! 💚

[@jenniferoceanhomestead]

That looks so peaceful! No traffic like if say u lived next to a main highway ! I bet that lake water would be the best natural fertilizer for the garden !

[@mywildholm]

The most peaceful place anywhere - - we actually hear the birds, the trees rustling, the water lapping the shore... our hearing is back! 🍃

[@MonaDidWhat]

Wow, i need to buy that little saw

[@mywildholm]

It really was a nice little saw to have. We have another review coming soon about the slightly larger 6" one as well. 💚

[@haroldholland1316]

I purchased one several months ago, works great for small jobs.

[@LAZYDAYZAHEAD]

That Solar system is getting better and better every season.

[@mywildholm]

You aint seen nothing yet! Wait until next season's summer episodes... if all goes to plan you'll be blown away. Got something super cool up our sleeve! -Ryan

[@ritalemky]

Love this! Great video!

[@mywildholm]

Hey there! Nice to see you 💚 Thank you for watching!

[@hoosierfatha]

I would totally save all that wood from the shed, get wrecking bar and save the siding, it's not pretty but its also not rotten, use it for your wood shed and a nice outhouse. you two are the real deal, it's finally nice to see a couple work there way through adversity to make you own way. Oh Yea you need a lumber mill...

[@mywildholm]

So true... a lumber mill would solve everything. We dream about setting up our own "Holm Depot" on the island one day. -Ryan

[@supersonicjet]

What a lovely channel. I just discovered it this week and after watching the first episode I had to continue and catched up on all episodes. Can't wait for the next episodes! You guys are doing a really good job in presenting your efforts and struggles. Very entertaining, thank you! Warm greetings from Germany.

[@mywildholm]

Welcome welcome new friend from Germany! We have dear friends who I respect so much over there. You binge-watched our episodes and we are so happy that you are on this journey with us. It's a pleasure to share it with you. There is so much more to come 💚

[@Scarletsky138]

Nothing like the song of the Loon!

[@mywildholm]

Oh my goodness!! You're right... there is nothing like it 🐦‍⬛ 💚

[@sherrilee230]

Oh the moon light on the lake is so beautiful. And the cry of the loons as they settle in for the evening rest. We have a lake about 60 miles north of us called loon lake. I think that little saw is nifty. Thank you for sharing good luck and have fun be safe

[@mywildholm]

Oh yes!! Isn't the call of the loon just the very best! It really does stop me in my trackes every single time I hear it. Do you have lots of loons on Loon Lake? It's the 'On Golden Pond' moment that I remembered as a child and always listened for them when I got near water. This is a DREAM come true! Thank you for watching 💚

[@sherrilee230]

@@mywildholm your so welcome . I've been to other lakes and heard them. I think it would be so peaceful to sit there and listen to the loons and listen to the a wolf howl I've had a wolf she was 3/4 and it is this like the sound of a loon it's a cry and the mournful call of the wolf. To me it's a comforting sound in the evening

[@mywildholm]

Oh now that's amazing! I'm sorry for the delay - we have just learned how to find responses to responses... we'll be better at replying now. They were hidden from us but 'we got this' now. 😂

[@kathleensauerbrei5199]

Wow!

[@mywildholm]

We"re progressing little by little 😃

[@ArielleViking]

Great update and nice to see your progress. 👍🏻

[@mywildholm]

Thank you so much for watching! How are things with you?

[@IrishAuntie]

Greetings from Ireland. I just found your channel today and am so intrigued to see how your work progresses. I look forward to following you right to the end. It’s a beautiful little island and so many birds, which I love. Blessings to you both for all your hard work, and good health to continue on making your dreams come true. Love from 🇮🇪

[@mywildholm]

We welcome you with open arms! Thank you so much for coming in and saying hello! We would love to visit Ireland one day. The accents are so lovely and the land is absolutely beautiful! Stay tuned... there is much more to come 💚

[@NadesikoRose]

You have an almost fortune there in ‘reclaimed lumber’ Melodi, some of those planks would look nice inside one of the cabins. So I would salvage as many as you can and safely store them away until you have a project that they can be used on.

[@mywildholm]

I agree. I really want to repurpose as many as possible. I've left it up to Ryan to do this as he is the one taking them down. I have been very insistent upon saving as many as possible.

[@AnneDaleHomestead]

lol. Jesse will definitely have something to say 😂 this is so interesting. Thanks guys 😊

[@mywildholm]

He's such a great guy! We just love those two - - and you too sweet Anne! Thank you for watching! You have a fun day in the mountains my friend. 💚

[@AnneDaleHomestead]

@@debslinker8718 hi Deb 👋

[@LifeisLoveLily]

Hearing the loon brought tears to my eyes ❤ it’s too bad the back up beeping alarm can’t be disconnected on dear Pepper. Awesome video!!

[@mywildholm]

Oh I know... Ryan is trying to figure out a way to disarm it, it's really really loud too

[@mywildholm]

Good news... Pepper's backup alarm has been disabled! -Ryan

[@mywildholm]

What??! I didn't even know this news?! Oh happy day - (we don't talk much) 🌞 tee hee 😁

[@MoneypitHomestead]

Hi guys, I remember washing dishes like this but minus the pump we had to carry buckets and jugs up to the house and boil it hot to wash dishes. Time consuming but you appreciate water a lot more right. I’m exhausted watching you work but boy things are coming along so nice. Your place is beautiful what a view by the solar panel area. You both have a great week. Lisa

[@mywildholm]

Aww... when did you have to do that? I bet you were happy to get full power. It is a little bit extra work some days but we know it will be so worth it. Thank you for watching! 💚

[@MoneypitHomestead]

@@mywildholm We carried and hauled water for almost two years, and yes, it was great when we finally had running water. Lisa

[@mywildholm]

@MoneypitHomestead oh wow! That's impressive! Yay! 😃

[@MonaDidWhat]

Thats awesome you can get water from lake

[@mywildholm]

It's a blessing! We have a really fantastic system that Ryan is installing soon (on his to-do list) that virtually kills everything single scary little bug or bacteria so we are very much looking forward to that too. I feel like I just might always boil the water though?! 💚

[@LAZYDAYZAHEAD]

LOL Ryan, Your Welcome, I dont mind keeping you in radio. LOL

[@mywildholm]

Lol, You and me both! -Ryan

[@micaltoy824]

I really enjoy watching y'all 😊 Hi from Mississippi

[@mywildholm]

We welcome you new friend from Mississippi! Thank you for watching! 💚

[@sarahprice1375]

OMG the fuzzy 🐛 how beautiful was he? Xx

[@mywildholm]

Little cutie! 😃

[@ClubberLang-k9k]

Yeah just don't touch those wholly catapillars

[@CoffeeWalksandWhatever]

Nice, but I'm wondering if we were to get lots of snow and the lake would rise up and flood your panels. Or do you need to move them before the end of the season? I don't like doing things more than once.

[@mywildholm]

It was perfect for the time being - as Ryan said, it was always temporary. Sometimes in order to utilize resources you have to do things a couple of times. It's alright - in the end, things always work out exactly as they should while in the meantime we still have what we need to take us to the next level. Thank you for watching guys 🌟

[@Sweetlilyshow]

Dream life !

[@mywildholm]

It's the dream of our lifetime in every way! Thank you for your support! 💚

[@Sweetlilyshow]

@@mywildholm 🙏🏽thank you for sharing your inspiring life. ✨

[@mywildholm]

It's our pleasure my friend 🧡

[@antoniocarvalho6160]

QLA.I AM A PORTUGUESE PARENT, SMALL BUT WITH A LOT OF HISTORY, RETIRED FOR 70 YEARS, AND NOW (COLLECTOR OF DISEASES) I LOVE THIS TYPE OF CHANNELS AND I FOLLOW IT, IT IS PART OF MY ROUTINE. NOW WE HAVE PEOPLE FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD LIVING AND BUYING OLD HOUSES OUTSIDE THE LARGE CENTERS. I SAW THEY HAVE FACEBOK AND ALSO FOLLOWED THEM. I WILL SEND 1 MSG FROM HIM. HUGS

[@mywildholm]

We welcome you to our channel! It's wonderful to add to our international family of followers! We have lots more to come! Thank you for watching 💚

[@sithlord8763]

Love the videos... watching from Texas... found myself to talking to my wife and ending all our conversations with , A! I love you honey, A! Are you hungry, A? :) Love it.

[@mywildholm]

Welcome to our channel. That's hilarious! The thing is, we use 'eh?' as a replacement for 'right?'. So more like... 'I guess we'll go into town eh?' or 'We'd better move the truck to the barge eh?'. Stick with us... you'll get it yet 😆 Thank you for watching! 🍁

[@donaldsmith2138]

Good morning from hot Texas. Ryan someday I will run out of suggestions. Maybe the next time you go to town you might loose a two or four wheel Dollies it can save your back. Enjoyed this episode.. you mentioned fire. Maybe consider a gas powered pump set up in case there is a fire on the island.

[@mywildholm]

Oh boy! Yes, we've heard that Texas is hot!! 🔥 My son, Adison is here at the moment and he can't believe how cool it is here compared to Texas (Dallas area) at the moment. Yes, having a dolly has made a huge difference!! We certainly need a good, solid fire suppression system. That is on our list and will be implemented very soon.

[@davedyck3982]

😂 Yep those seconds when you get hit it the face aren't as good as others! 😂

[@mywildholm]

😆 I mean, not wanting to be a complainer or anything... but there are other moments that seem like a bit more fun 😁

[@RobinSluser]

I love the way you call your wife honey ❤ I love this show

[@mywildholm]

Welcome to our channel! He's pretty sweet alright... thank you so much for watching! 💚

[@BrendaHewitt-y1w]

❤

[@mywildholm]

💚 Back at you! Thanks for watching!

[@Michaels_Angle]

8:54 - that is not chicken of the woods

[@mywildholm]

Yes, we later realized that chicken of the woods is more orangey in color. Chicken of the woods gets brittle and discolored when it ages, and I thought this might have been the case here, but I was wrong. Melodi was right though! She was sure it wasn't chicken of the woods and thought it might be an Alder Bracket. Thanks for watching! -Ryan

[@ClubberLang-k9k]

Ur right, it's not,

[@Shianne264]

That isn't Chicken of the woods ( which is edible and tastes like chicken, quick Google search) on that tree. It is a fungus but I don't think it's edible.

[@mywildholm]

Ya, we found that out after the fact and I feel kinda sheepish about that actually. Thanks for pointing that out for our viewers. -Ryan

[@rougefox9233]

Hello! That mushroom looks like a Shelf Fungi aka POLYPORE commonly called a CONK, a type of bracket fungus, some species are edible, some are medicinal & some are used in Chinese medicine. Sorry, it doesn't look like a Chicken Of The Woods at all.. too bad because I hear those are tasty! You can remove tree pitch or sap out of hair by massaging about a tablespoon of olive oil or coconut oil into the sap, after 10-15 minutes wash your hair, it should do the trick! It also works if you get it on your skin. Depending on how deep it went, if that nail that got Ryan's hand was rusty, he may need a tetanus shot, unless he's had one in the last 5 years..🥴 I stepped on a rusty nail once & had to get a tetanus shot, not fun! Great job on the work you did on today's episode, nice to be able to repurpose the wood from the old cabins & you could use like old barn wood on projects too! What a beautiful hōlm you've got, thanks for sharing! 🥰

[@mywildholm]

Yes, I was totally wrong about the Alder Bracket... live and learn I suppose. Melodi didn't think it was a Chicken either! I need to defer to her wisdom more often! Thanks so much for the advice. Always a pleasure to hear from you! -Ryan

[@ellyntallon2255]

Great job yall 😊Do you guys have a roller magnet? With all the down buildings and nails ect.. yikes.. are your tetanus shots up to date? It's a beautiful location I always loved our fishing trips to N west Ontario 😊❤

[@mywildholm]

Tetanus shots are all up to date and yes, we do have a nail finder - I love using that thing... such a strong pull but not quite strong enough to actually pull them out of the boards at this stage 😜

[@Bush_Edge_Homesteading_Aus]

You have hubby wanting another saw. Because he doesn't have enough chainsaws!😂

[@mywildholm]

Uh oh...sorry!! What kind is he looking for? I love the little battery ones... who knew?!

[@Bush_Edge_Homesteading_Aus]

@mywildholm that hand-held saker style is the one.

[@mywildholm]

It's just fabulous! They also sent us the 6" one and that one is even better!! Yay!

[@antoniocarvalho6160]

HELLO. I'VE BEEN FOLLOWING FOR A LITTLE TIME, I DIDN'T SEE ANY REFERENCE TO BIRDS! ARE THERE SOME ON THE ISLAND? HUGS

[@mywildholm]

We welcome you to our channel! The name of the family who first inhabited the island many years ago was 'Bird'. There are many birds on the island - we hear their tweeting songs throughout the day. We have started seeing a humming bird come to the cabin too. We also hear the call of the loon fairly often. It's just so lovely! Thank you for watching 💚

[@thecarpentersselfreliance]

👍

[@mywildholm]

Hello there! Thank you for watching 💚

[@Roadshome]

Just found your channel. Wow some cool stuff. We adventure in the U.k. and add to our channel if you wanted to have a look. We mainly vanlife or wild camp. Nature is the best. ❤

[@mywildholm]

Hey there! Welcome to our channel! Well check yours out for sure, it sounds like a great time! 💚

[@tomhusted3304]

Somewhere there has to be a saw mill on the island Somewhere

[@mywildholm]

Welcome to our channel! You betcha! Stay tuned 💚 'Somewhere on this island... sawmills need to live...

[@Bryan-jd7os]

Any Bigfeets out there? Real question.

[@mywildholm]

Not a one... we've seen one beaver though (in 3 summers) 😆

[@hypothermia9933]

The panels need to be up a few feet off the ground for snow

[@mywildholm]

Yes, they certainly do... this was a temporary set-up until the solar array could be built.

[@BoetaFritz]

That mushrooms can be burned as insect repellent

[@mywildholm]

Welcome to our channel! It's great to have you along for the ride! Mushrooms can be burned as insect repellant? That is so interesting! Any specific type of mushrooms? 🍄

[@rickiemax7756]

Why do you say A all the time.

[@mywildholm]

It's second nature... we really don't think about it - we're from Canada eh?