COLDEST WEEKEND EVER AT THE CABIN. 3 DAYS OF FROZEN

This is the coldest weekend ever at the cabin. The winds are in the 50's. Everything is frozen. My snowmobile won't start. My truck gets stuck in deep, rock hard snow, and my drill gets fried. But, it's all amazing. One of the best trips ever at the cabin. My sleeping bag is warm, I catch an incredible fish, and I eat amazing food. It's an adventure I'll never forget.

[@Iamsikpup]

Jay, get some chains for those tires. Honestly I'm shocked you have made it back and forth before without any issues. - If you can't get chains, get some proper snow tires on that truck.

[@davidw3552]

Can’t use chains on an ice road.

[@Iamsikpup]

@@davidw3552 Then point 2 applies 😉

[@mayberry1965]

My thoughts exactly..... And agree on point number two. Wow!!!

[@David_B_Dornburg]

@@davidw3552 It doesn't have to be chains, there are plenty of other temporary substitutes like wrap around traction mats or nylon straps.

[@lovelight1114]

@@IamsikpupI thought point 2 was drink a beer - I been watching too many Steve Wallis videos 😆

[@bobjarrard]

Air down your tires, turn off traction control, keep three or four bags of cinders/sand in the back, put chains on early, always park facing towards your escape/exit route, forget traction boards/other traction stuff, and have a good recovery rope (not a tow strap), consider a set of studded snow tires all around, and be able to winch out to a snow anchor (that means a winch on the truck and an extra battery in the engine bay). Bob in Nevada

[@islandbirdw]

Sounds like sage advice Bob! Arctic conditions have been occurring western coastal PNW way too often for my taste in the last 5 years I’d say. Before that we had winters without snow more often than not. California it’s not but I’m starting to feel more like a part of the great white north that’s for sure. I love Jay, he’s upbeat, articulate and just all around humble. Thanks for giving him your best tips😎

[@outabeat]

Absolutely!

[@danleep1185]

Do I see all-weather tires on your truck? How s____d, if you ask me...and then no chains? Again, how s____d, my friend, if you don't get too mad at me! Living where you live, you should be prepared for this.

[@kevinz8930]

But then there wouldn't be the drama of him getting stuck. Can't just watch him cooking all the time.

[@thatdave86]

@@kevinz8930 exactly,that's how KZbin works 😎

[@bobjarrard]

While I am offering advice not asked for, use a top down fire start, not bottom up. Clean out the fireplace before you leave the cabin, stock the wood on the porch to max, split more kindling that you will ever use, bring in a full wood load out inside the cabin to stay dry, to be ready next trip, set the bottom logs with top kindling before you leave, and have a propane or MAP gas torch to use to start the fire when you first get to the cabin. Consider building a small shelter for the snow machine next to the generator and run the Honda's exhaust with flex pipe from the gen shed to the snow machine shed. Bury a ten gauge extension cord from the gen shed to the snow machine shed (and run one from the shed to the cabin while you are at it this summer) - best to land on a breaker box. A wall mounted vented propane heater will jump start the cabin heat up from the low temps, even fifteen minutes really helps. Now #1 idea is to build an airlock entry to save interior heat. Never open both entry doors at once, and consider why native cultures use a small entrance door often with the entry/threshold lower than the interior floor. Add more thermal mass to your wood stove/heater - even bricks are better than nothing but I like cast iron or if you have a friend in the trenching business, get some cut up trench plate for a close to the stove surround. Insulate the floor under the stove with the dense rockwool sheets and top it with large soapstone slabs. A 6" or 8" insulated round duct run from the peak of the ceiling strait down to a nice place to sit with a reversing fan inside the pipe will bring hot air from the loft to the lower floor area. What else? I want a cabin like yours but in the Caribbean or maybe Baja California. Bob in Nevada

[@jeffmoon3095]

All ridiculously good advice 👍🏼👍🏼

[@Bacnow]

While this may be “advice not asked for”, it is advice that is needed! I live in sunny SoCal and will probably never be exposed to these extreme temperatures! However, your sage advice is worth noting! You never know where life’s journey might lead!

[@АлександрБаулин-п3ь]

Всё правильно, у нас в Сибири главное - тамбур на входе, далее - при входе в основное помещение две двери (тина открывается внутрь, другая наружу). Обязательно высокий порог (меньше холода попадает). Остекление - двойное стекло в раме, установленное герметично + зимой всегда ставилась вторая рама с одинарным стеклом и на ночь всегда окна закрывались деревянными ставнями (всё для уменьшения тепло потерь). И да, согласен - чем массивнее печь, тем дольше она остывает (но и дольше нагревается при редкой посещении). Так деревянные дома построены у бабушки с дедушкой, а там зимой, в январе так называемые "крещенские" морозы - это -52°С... -60°С. P.S. И да, нижняя часть дома, на высоту примерно метр от земли, утеплена так называемой "завалинкой" толщиной с полметра минимум, а лучше метр - зола, опилки, зачастую смесь опилок с известью и сверху засыпана золой (защита от огня).

[@robertheintz8017]

I agree! I can't believe how many of these you tuber outdoors men get to the cabin in the bitter cold, usually when it's dark and start collecting firewood and kindling.

[@stevecleary4470]

Great ideas Bob

[@LouiseOuimet-wo2dg]

GREAT video, it helps me cope with the passing of my wife Louise, 51 years together,she always enjoyed watching these type of VIDEOS, thanks and take care

[@pilgrimlady8196]

😢❤️🙏

[@mack8488]

Condolences from Belgium

[@MarkSc1]

Sorry for your loss. GOD BLESS

[@elsplace896]

That's sweet. Condolences.

[@ShadyMixing]

😢

[@lori1508]

I wouldn’t be able to stand the cold, but I could watch the Northern Lights. All night long.

[@nathansmith6914]

All night

[@c.mitchell7916]

Love watching your videos because you don’t give up when disaster strikes, and somehow you keep your sunny disposition. It warms my heart.

[@vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022]

The northern lights are spectacular! What an honor to witness such beauty!

[@asadanielsson1947]

Probably the same time like Sweden and from October - Marsch is the best time and in night..

[@gregoryarnold1484]

Over time, you have turned into an excellent videographer. Thank you for your hard work!

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much for this comment. Jay

[@TimM762]

Chains, snow tires, recovery ramps, dedicated truck shovel, winch with anchors, even buckets of sand available. Also, before stopping truck, drive back and forth packing snow down for a level starting area when you leave later Yes, you can ask me how I learned these things slowly over time! Love your videos ❤

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

Would studs have helped on ice? If a country allows those off course, mine doesn't. Although.. now that I think about it.. the snow is more so the problem.. hmm.. guess it's don't mind my reaction ☺️

[@TimM762]

Studs work great! Back in the day though. Rough on the roads. Can’t use them where I am. My job as a kid pushing them into my dad’s tires one stud at a time.

[@mayberry1965]

Learning through experience, Yes?? 😊

[@davidgates1122]

The snowmobile wouldn't start, but that little Honda did (I realize it had probably been in the cabin where it was warm). Gotta love those little Hondas.

[@nbco55]

Don't be fooled they are warm blooded little beasts!

[@Keith-s4f]

My first time watching. I loved it. I live in the south east of England . We dont see much snow . I remember 1963 it started snowing on boxing day it was avery hard winter . Wind the clock forward my wife and I had our own place in the late 70s it really snowed one night and drifted at the end of our road. My neighbour was a civiliam army driving instructor. This went on for some weeks. He told me the army were thinking of setting up a soup kitchen in our village but things got better before they had to. At one point a snow plough tried to clear our blockage we were on ahill at the top . He came up the hill fast and there was a big bang . He came back with a bigger plough same again . Next time he came back with the the biggest plough even to this day I have ever seen . He had a really big smile on his face as he approached the drift again . An enormous bang then he retreated and we just had to wait for it to melt .

[@jackryan2451]

Fantastic job with that fish!!! And, thankfulness for the simple things in life. Thanks be to God.

[@luluwan5212]

I can just imagine kicking back with a roaring fire and watching the aurora thru my big windows when it's minus 50° out. Heaven.

[@danleep1185]

...and when your truck is stuck so bad that you don't know if you will ever get out...yes, sounds like heaven... I guess that I have just lived those situations once too often to appreciate this from a 'view'.

[@JiggyMcCue]

@@danleep1185 Nobody asked, loser.

[@ItsMe-wm4mc]

Hey Jay. Get yourself a bag of cat litter in case you have another truck getting stuck. Keep up the great job, bro. Enjoy your videos!

[@grandenforcer1789]

Everyone else would be terrified getting stuck in killer cold and you’re laughing. Your videos but a Monday into perspective! Thank you for that weekly!!!

[@emmakraft-k6g]

found myself up till 3 almost 4 am binge watching your videos.. they helped my anxiety & i truly enjoyed them sooo much, so thank you ❤

[@ENTY8]

👍 You should get a trail cam to catch the wolves

[@mircat28]

What’s the point of that? Wasted money. He sees the foot prints and knows who made them. A picture doesn’t change anything.

[@noyb72]

​@mircat28 not everyone's brain works like yours. That doesn't mean anyone is correct or wrong, just different.

[@cleocat1763]

Because wolves are beautiful creatures to watch.@@mircat28

[@nygelmiller5293]

​@@mircat28NEVER go out by yourself when there wolves about. I saw a t.v. programme, where somebody put left over food scraps outside, in a bin, and they smellt it - so a) they sensed there was food there - and b) someone who had it! The person went out as usual, before dark for a walk - and got attacked by waiting wolves. They hunt (at least) in pairs and one will HURT AND DISABLE DISABLE someone, by going for their LEGS, so they can't get away. While another ones is "free" to go for the face of the person, who is already preoccupied with protecting his or her legs!

[@bryanbadger6841]

@@mircat28 the comment is for Jay Legere. Not you. Let Jay respond.

[@donnamiller8780]

I really enjoy being curled up in a warm cabin during cold weather. Reminds of the days when I lived in the boreal forest in Saskatchewan with my little girls. But also remember the not so nice days of being stuck. Thanks for posting your videos.

[@ercedwrds]

That Honda genny is worth it's weight in gold. Shocking how easy it started up out there.

[@joycebiank7183]

Hi Jay, I love your videos, one of my favorites. Love when you are working on the cabin. Stay safe, stay warm.

[@maryanndavis8539]

I realize that it is dangerous with temperatures that cold.. however it is stunningly beautiful! Great video

[@eddielittle1644]

You have a wonderful commentary and a great disposition. I enjoy so much watching your videos ,please continue making more! 5 stars for you!!!

[@bbkklyon]

Please share this with like minded people. We want to see him get to 200K subscribers and beyond! He is so worth your time :) Take Care Jay!

[@NovaScotiaSouthShore]

Your channel is the best Jay. Thanks for taking me along. Those northern lights are spectacular.

[@lynettescott682]

Thanks for bringing us along I enjoyed every bit of it 👍🙏😊

[@leedelancey]

Found you. About 2 yrs ago, why or how no idea, but I love your videos, so real and true, they are what I watch at night. Hello from Round Rock, Texas, suburban Austin

[@dianemitchell1717]

I was rooting for you to get your car out of the snow bank. A real nail biter. Congratulations. I love how your prescribers are giving you advice to help you.

[@zuzuanddee]

We appreciate your content. Its not only the ones that like to view a guy living in a dream cabin but also like me who 5 hrs ago my car was 45 deg celsius and live in a place where snow doesn’t exist. We watch with a mixture of awe and curiosity

[@DeborahRichards-d2x]

I've been a subscriber for quite a while, I've loved every video I've watched, but, I have to say this one is one of the best ones.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much!

[@conniedemchenko3860]

Nothing like fresh muffins. Great mini oven.

[@juditate111]

Honestly, Jay, you never disappoint. This video was just full of tension, and you overcame it all. This is why I watch you faithfully. I subscribed a long time ago, but I went back and checked to make sure I was still subscribed, and everything seemed cool. Looking forward to the next video and thanking you for all the hard work you do to keep them coming. Stay safe and warm.

[@barriedavidson]

Oh that crunching sound when you're walking on snow and it's super cold out....gave me shivers!

[@williammeek7218]

Jay the cabin is cold at the start but you warm it up fast. Why did you begin at night time? Close the door I was shivering as soon as you opened it. Love it when you film the sky at night. If I had a place like this I don’t think I would ever leave. What a dream come true. Take care of yourself. Far freakin out nice catch, or is that technically a catch. Doesn’t matter what cause it’s food now. Love it Jay. I think he wanted to be your friend.

[@Roheryn100]

Why start at night ? Because it’s probably Friday night and he works during the week…

[@williammeek7218]

@@Roheryn100 yer right , my bad. Dooh

[@chelseagirl924]

After having moved to more exotic climates, your videos remind me how much I miss the snow.....now ❤. I live vicariously through you .

[@Zoofactory]

I really enjoyed this video. Time well spent. Thx! 😂

[@mandydavidson6694]

I don't always post Jay, but I watch, I love these frozen winter videos. This one was exceptional! Thank you and take care out there. ! I love the northern lights. 😊💫

[@DeborahRichards-d2x]

Just a thought, and I know you are very busy trying to get your cabin fixed, but, maybe you could build a small shed for your snow mobile. I don't know if being out of the wind would make that much of a difference in being able to get it started. Again, I know you have your hands full right now and you are doing an outstanding job. Love your videos!

[@jasonx409able]

Man that is awesome with the fish swimming out of the hole like that! Looks so delicious!!!

[@katedee5890]

Brrrr... Pulls blankie up further. ❄🥶

[@perle13930]

Me to 😂 👍🏻

[@wyomingwips7540]

Such Gorgeous Country there!! I Love seeing the Northern Lights, Beautiful! Quite the adventure in such extreme cold weather. Thanks for sharing, Looking forward to the next show!! Blessings 💕

[@cocodog85]

you need a fresh air intake for your stove. it will double the stove's efficiency. less wood and whole lot more heat in the cabin. happy camping.

[@lucdeslauriers1021]

My God! Not scare of the bear, not scare of the storm,not scare of the cold. You are very brave, Jay! I like all your video!

[@matrixdmt4662]

I would sit there, smoke pot and wonder. Keep going Jay.

[@AceLeon643]

Hay Jay I am a Newfie and I now live in BC. The one thing I miss is going to the cabin moose hunting. Watching you helps me relive those moments. Your food choices remind me of home. Thanks for the videos. Btw you can thank my wife who started to watch you and got me hooked on your videos.

[@nevets4190]

Note to self. don't bring highway tires in the bush.

[@barryprimrose]

Love your videos Jay, fantastic, I’m a carpenter in Scotland ,love watching you solve all you problems in your new place, keep up the great content.

[@TheBoxingBee1]

Just because you asked nicely I hit subscribe.

[@glennpurchase807]

Thanks Jay. Always an adventure.

[@Randomizer939]

Stud winter tires wouldn't have this problem.

[@joannemchale]

Chains are also helpful ,,so is the ash from the fireplace you can put it down as is or mix some sand and salt mix.. take care Hi Crystal

[@amped5234]

Your tires are not suitable for that environment, you might want a more aggressive tire for the winter.

[@Toms_Bright_Ideas]

Just amazing you surviving in that kind of frigid weather. Minnesota had a disappointing winter, and we have a cold snap in January but never close to what you have shown in this video. Despite the thermometer I think people have no idea how cold it is.

[@CB-vt3mx]

I see an equipment shed in your future for that snowmobile so it is not sitting in the wind and cold overnight...

[@sandratweedale2579]

Who could not subscribe to this guy? No one enjoys themselves more than our Jay. Way to go Jay, keep it up man it’s so much fun being there with you, (well kinda even if we’re 1000’s of miles away). We sure appreciate all your efforts, you’re the best! Big fan in Ottawa

[@tonycarey5688]

Never travel off road without a shovel

[@Noname-wp4kq]

I just did the same thing. I lives in New Brunswick and I remember the snow and how cold it used to be to get. I live Alberta and maybe we get 2 weeks of cold weather. Love the Northern lights.

[@flipwarrior]

You are a good man, an inspiration for everyone!

[@bwcok7947]

So glad you are ice fishing! Best part of your video!

[@perle13930]

I though the same thing, must be so satisfying to see a big fish pop up 🌱🌱

[@syedhashmi484]

Wow, just wow. No words for it especially with the Northern Lights. Simply amazing. Your resilience is quite a sight too. 😂

[@woodenu2]

Jay, you need to have a wood stash inside ready to go when you get there. No scrounging for materials to start and get a fire going. Have a place very simmilar you yours and dry ready to go fire wood is a must.

[@davidsradioroom9678]

It was 20 deg C today, and I got cold just watching your video. Great adventure, though 👍👍

[@johnminor2496]

Jay, when that Pike came through the ice --hole without a hook in its mouth; I would have immediately purchased a lotto ticket!!! Fine fish you landed, and another fine video.Thank you.

[@deniseonstott934]

I love watching you’re videos every week. It’s an escape from the crazy world we live in. A breath of fresh air!!

[@kennethkeideljr7523]

You are a beast eh! Negative 30 is big boy freeze to death cold. Pay attention and don't get hurt. Love your channel man

[@kennethkeideljr7523]

Im thinking your subs should gift you a set of tire chains for next winter

[@garyclouse7234]

I used to live in Michigan (far, far South of you) and I had a 4 stage snow blower!! That would have made short work of this snow! Had to be careful cause it would throw gravel!

[@brendahogue5487]

Love your videos and enjoy watching them every time. May the lord bless and protect you Jay at the cabin and working on the cabin

[@stephenglendenning1475]

Hi it monday afternoon here in kitcheber ont it sun and in the 65 f. Im in wheelchair and look at you having a good time. Just be happy in the cold❤

[@ECTOERICSARCADE]

Jay keep making them and we'll keep watching! 😉

[@densityman1]

Gorgeous night 🌙 sky!!

[@jorunnpedersen817]

Thanks for a New video from you. Love from Norway.

[@deborahcox854]

This one had me sitting on the edge.. And again thank you for sharing the northern lights... I'm subscribed and have been for some time and not regretted it.. You always put a smile and sometimes a laugh on my face... Glad that your not stuck...😊

[@williamsimmons8927]

good stuff, sure looks cold, and you made it warm and cozy, thanks Jay.

[@garybrown9062]

Carry an air compressor with you Jay and air those tires down when you think you are going to get in a mess like that. Then pump them back up once you reach the main road.

[@chriskayakq-ster7264]

I pray for your safety and continued extreme winter outdoor videos!

[@Whatt787]

I'm getting freezing cold just watching this, thank God I live in Florida, haven't been cold in 40 years

[@brenda0823_]

Ditto, havent run my heater in 40 yrs. Well barely. Lol

[@jonathanbrown6037]

Love this series. This is one of those videos when you've already hit the 'like' button, but you keep coming across moments that make you want to hit it again and again! This is a multi-like video!

[@diegowolfe2744]

Jay you are seriously inspiring in these types of videos just doing your best against the best nature can throw at you, its beautiful to watch

[@diegowolfe2744]

Also jay would a covered area for the snowmobile be a smart idea to maybe protect it from th cold wind to not let the battery get super cold?

[@debjukes5548]

I am a relatively new subscriber and I really enjoy your videos and you have a great speaking voice. Very easy to watch and listen to. I cheer at every victory and add a push to every trial.

[@burxonmalikov6704]

Yes Jay you right, it is dream for me, we have mountains in our country but not cold like Canada, thank you for amazing movie

[@TamaraLR]

Hi Jay, ashes from your stove works miracles to get a vehicle unstuck..😁👍🏻👍🏻

[@beryltaplin6914]

Thank you for bringing us along.👍👍

[@TheREALOC1972]

need to build something to pull that snowmobile into. I have a really good Army buddy that lives in the Rockies in Northern Wyoming and he built a lean too for his next to his cabin and has a homemade rock fireplace for his, It doesn't keep it "toasty" but it keeps it above freezing and it's big enough to burn most of the night

[@stewartgrant7724]

HI Jay Thank you for another great video . Glad to see that your cabin is taking good shape now and what success you had in catching some fishes. I love all your videos and your lifestyle there but sorry Jay it is to cold for me for one I hate the snow and of course freezing cold climate,Anyway will still support your channel and looking forward to future episodes.

[@jaylegere]

Thanks so much for your support. Jay

[@RiccardoTube]

love your work keepem' comin...love the -50C

[@stevenrandolph5635]

Jay I just wanted to thank you for always sharing your great videos and beautiful memories for us that have no way to experience these adventures.from the bottom of my heart thank you so much.

[@newpylong]

In a pinch you can use ashes for traction. Might be worth saving in a steel barrel or something for future use. Also It's so ridiculous that pull cords are not standard on Ski Doos. Time to get that kit installed!

[@SubArcticAdventures]

Awesome video Jay. You capture things and portray them to your viewers so well 🫡

[@vallejoborncalihasbecomeal9022]

Your video proves that our early men and women must have been some hearty people!

[@markweaver5872]

A couple of tricks if your truck wont start. You can drain your oil into a pan heat it on the stove and put it back in. Or use that cast iron pan of yours, fill it with coals form your fire, place it under the oil pan, protect it from wind. Works like a charm (in a pinch).

[@Grateful4toast]

I lived like this for over 3 years. I moves to tropical Colombia. I will never go back to the cold. It brings back memories watching you though

[@cleocat1763]

I have never seen a fish jump out of the ice fishing hole like that! That was so cool! Love seeing the Northern Lights. We very rarely get to see them in Illinois. Love watching your videos, Jay!

[@TonyaGuest]

I really enjoyed this video. At first I wasn’t sure if I wanted to sit through a 27 minute video, but it was over before I knew it. Can’t wait for the next one.

[@Deirdre-w5b]

Lovely cabin lovely break for you to get away enjoy watching video from ireland stay warm

[@itsraining6449]

I love your videos. At 60 and female, I would love to build a cabin in the woods. I've built one but now I am more experienced I would love to build another.

[@johntraylor2654]

Really enjoy watching -22 F living from central Texas in July.

[@britain1100]

Love the intro with you explaining what’s to come. Really ups the production value feel and feels like a tv show. Great job bud

[@jaylegere]

Thanks for noticing!

[@maryq4546]

Hi Jay! I absolutely love your cabin videos. It’s exciting to see the changes. I grew up, watching my dad and my uncles build our cabin and you make the best memories there. I’m a woman, so I’m really looking forward to seeing the changes that Crystal makes. Don’t ever regret buying it. It was a great decision!

[@peacefulpanda78]

Beautiful piece of music about six minutes in while you were eating. Absolutely beautiful.

[@TorrellesEdit]

Man it was so wholesome watching you vibe with that fish. Really enjoyed this video, made my day better!

[@Jonathan1964able]

Jay, love your sheer joy at being there it that crazy cold, your enthusiasm is a joy to see.