Cutting Overgrown Grass Full of SNAKES

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Massive Leaf Cleanup - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5DJmWhmrdOLd7c

[@michaelmactavish1728]

yeah i find its a kinda none sense complaining neighbours lol

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Yes, I agree!

[@wheepingwillow24u17]

I AGREE, THE ROCKS NEED TO GO. GOOD JOB

[@michaelthornley]

What a lovely spot by the creek and little waterfall. Snakes are a part of the ecosystem and if they are 'Gartner Snakes' then no real issue. It was only a small natural area as the rest of your property was well kept. If the neighbours are uncomfortable with that then perhaps they are living in the wrong environment. The city may suit them better!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Completely agree buddy, I appreciate your support!

[@reggiebenson9172]

I would never EVER tell my neighbor what to keep his property looking like. As far as I'm concerned, my neighbor could keep 57 junk vehicles on his property - could care less. But I do believe in taking care of my place. You're talking to a guy who spent $6 K to cut down trees that could have fallen in a storm and knocked out power to his neighbors. I couldn't live like that. My advice, take care of your place, get off of the couch and work.

[@scottrichardson8158]

Really need to see more of the area to make judgement but yes, garter snakes are a part of the ecosystem.

[@TwylaTurner-l9y]

I mean no offense but they are garter snakes.

[@paulalynch9152]

I never saw any snakes but I would assume that as soon as they heard the sound of that weed eater they would run!

[@amandaerickson8778]

It’s ridiculous some neighbor is so concerned about that little amount. They have nothing better to do apparently.

[@ariesgirl.]

Great job! When you said "snakes" it would have been OVER for me at that point! Lol

[@lizbethlee3833]

Anonymous neighbor? If this yard bothered them so badly why didn’t they offer to help? One never knows circumstances until one asks.

[@boycehome2010]

Gift to nosey neighbors: a box of snakes. 😅

[@claradockery1072]

I'm with you, Eric, get rid of the rocks. Make it easier on yourself. Years ago I decided if plants in my yard can't survive the weather we have in summer and winter then I don't want them. I'm to old to fertilize, water, cover in the cold. You get the idea. I'm a much happier gardener 😁. I have mostly raised beds and told the man that mows if it's inside the flowerbed then don't bother it. If it's outside the flowerbed then cut it down. Happy, happy, happy. I also have my share of snakes. As long as they're not poisonous I don't bother them and they don't bother me. Happy Gardening Jacksonville, Florida

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I don't like the snakes lol

[@valeaton4538]

You chopped down a beautiful hosta plant with flowers on it, thats not a weed, a plant you buy at a greenhouse. It could be a nice rock garden, it's a really pretty are and colorful flowers would look good in there. Put a bird bath in there with Shepard hooks for bird feeders. You could put a butterfly bush in there to attract butterfly. The plants in there could attract different birds.

[@ChristyDPrice]

That was the most gorgeous hosta ever, it was perfect. Hurt my heart to see it cut down like that...

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I like the rock garden

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It will grow back

[@victoriaamador5509]

I said the same thing. And those are the more expensive ones to buy too. Just like a man to just chop it all down !!!!

[@calmeblondy]

ITS NOT YOUR YARD, UNLESS YOU WANT TO HELP, ITS NONE OF YOUR BUSSINESS.

[@farmer9180]

If that happened to me I would have fertilized and watered the weeds. That’s why I live in the country don’t have to worry about a noisy neighbor.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Looking back I probably should have!

[@farmer9180]

@K. Magee now I know what to do with all my bamboo .

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Holy smokes, never thought of that!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL

[@kathyglass2922]

I like the way you think

[@loraineabe9276]

Beautiful piece of property and has obviously been neglected. You did a wonderful job restoring the beauty of the land .

[@bu-bye565]

Looks 100 times better. Now you can actually see your little water feature. Nice job!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks my friend! Hope you enjoy the channel

[@astrickland2938]

You are a good man to help people out. GOD bless you and prosper you.

[@biggdaddynard8087]

I love Before and after landscaping/yard videos ... Great Job

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Blessed you are here supporting our journey! Help spread the word:)

[@debrawebb4001]

Beautiful creek, I’d take all the rock and make a round cut flower garden, especially if you ever get approved as a wedding venue! What a beautiful place for wedding pictures!

[@juliemelnychuk8162]

Wow. What a difference. Very nice to see the creek. Ya, mite be a good idea to remove the rocks. Level it out for the mower. Hi, Gryff. By the way, l wasn't laughing at you. You worked hard to clean it up.👍😊🇨🇦

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL it was a lot of work

[@bethdumont9020]

I'd say it was the same neighbour in both cases. Don't let them get away with it - get legal advice because sans a HOA this constitutes harassment against you specifically.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Just need to figure out who

[@bethdumont9020]

@@OutdoorswithErik because this constitutes harassment legally maybe law enforcement can subpoena the email provider to get a proper name. This stuff was sent by email so you do have a from email address as a starting point. Find a lawyer who specialises in property disputes and get some advice. Then go with them to the police. Bite back. But do it legally. Remain polite & follow the rules, don't you go breaking any laws. But make your stand. If your immediate neighbours aren't aware of any HOA, there probably isn't one. That means the authority is your local council and when compared to other overgrown lawns I've seen, I don't think your's would constitute a violation notice being posted. But verify that with the council. I feel for you. I had such a neighbour. He was someone who moved into the house next door to his nieces MIL (he didn't get on with the nieces hubby) - & yes - he knew she lived there. He moved into a dead end court that contained 2 families with young children - mine was 1 of the 2. He made my husband cut down a perfectly healthy tree because of it's proximity (like 1 metre) to the boundary fence. When that tree grew back again, he threw weedkiller from his balcony over the fence, killing the tree. Because he owned (as opposed to rented), there wasn't much we could do. Eventually he moved out, thankfully. Our land was a smaller plot than yours is, so our houses were closer together. Entitled people like this need reminding that the world doesn't revolve around them, that - whether they like it or not - they are part of a closed ecosystem that they need to play a part in nourishing. I for one hope this person reads my comments, or someone that knows them does, and has serious words with them about their attitude.

[@sandrawallder9247]

Keep up the great work you are doing for the community. God bless you

[@johnnelson8956]

I would remove the stones and that broken retaining wall. Also, I would widen that creek about 2 feet and soften the banks. And finally, I would line the creek banks with landscaping fabric and river washed stones of various sizes. This is an aesthetically pleasing effect that will also control erosion.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Great pointers, John, we will check into it

[@teresab4563]

Well if you find out who it is let them know long grass is not a felony. But by putting something in your mailbox they committed a felony. Now which do you think is worse

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Yea no kidding, what a joke!

[@JediJan]

Your property; generally your problem usually. Long grass can be a problem here in Aus as during fire season it only takes a little spark for a dry grass fire to spread too quickly, so property owners can receive notices to clear it. Grass in video does not look yellow or dry though, but if it tends to best get it cut. (I was getting worried you may slice a snake!) Does grass cuttings in the creek cause a problem for fish etc? Long grass is not usually an issue with small residential homes but it can depend on your councils.

[@maxmaximus6671]

@Michael Scofield unless you're a mail carrier for the US Postal Service, putting anything in a mailbox can get you into some legal action. Because it is against federal law to put anything in a mailbox, " on which no postage has been paid," and if caught doing so a person could be fined up to $5,000 and an organization $10,000. Called the Mailbox Restriction Law.

[@randycline1385]

@Michael Scofield Max Maximus is absolutely correct. Thanks to unibomber Ted Kozinski, it is a felony to put anything in a mailbox that is not legitimate mail.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

We cleaned the grass out of the creek

[@marthafalk1659]

I’m calling bs on the letter, maybe they knew you went on vacation and wanted to aggravate you when you got back.

[@doccinko2143]

You know they are so damn lucky I'm not their neighbor have a great day

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Likely the case

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Yea, so tired of the nonsense

[@madgekilbourn5256]

Small little animals live in the weeds and tall grass. They come down to the water to drink and then go back into the weeds and undergrowth that serves as their cover. Maybe they'll come back after he finishes cutting.

[@walbertomercado7251]

Great video on how not to clear growth in your back yard, for one thing I would not dump trimmings into a nearby stream (running water) seeing as that’s your best attribute on the property that is a show case of beauty I would have started from the stream out taking more time but looking much better

[@VickyJapaul]

You did a very good job,keep the good work up,Sure wish you were living in the Caribbean,where we could use your invaluable service,

[@anniebrown3185]

How did they know that your grass was overgrown? You said that fish were in that water, so in my mind the aggravating person that disturbed your vacation hangout in your yard when you're not there. You did a great job and in the heat and doing yard work you are going to be sweaty. The plants appear to have a good root system so they are not dead.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

They drove by and noticed it from the road

[@anniebrown3185]

Then stop with all the anonymous, and be a brave soldier. At the end of the day we should all be willing to go to each other and say what we want to say. But don't interrupt the vacation unless the house burns down. 💖💖💖

[@marywrigjt7614]

For some reason I really liked this video. Now you’ll get griped at for cutting the wildflowers. 👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Oh yes!

[@JediJan]

Lol I was actually thinking some of those flowers were rather nice actually. SE Australia; late Winter, so really looking forward to Spring!

[@brianeisenga882]

I like the little water falls.

[@omahabigbill2789]

I didn't know Hostas were wildflowers!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Some of those will grow back, actually they already are lol

[@NunyaBZZZZZZZZ]

I’m really enjoying this!!

[@Mr7c2ll]

You're doing a great job. Amazing how powerful that machine is.

[@nealwhite1]

WHY DID YOU CUT DOWN YOUR WILD FLOWER GARDEN ? HOW DID THEY SEE THAT FROM THE ROAD?

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

I saw a rockery garden so pretty why obliterate a garden so crazy !!! Everything green they have to cut !

[@kateannkippy37]

What's so GREAT about your channel is.....You listen to your audience.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I try

[@fredstriker2042]

How many others had just had the realization that watching a stranger weed eat is better than basically everything on mainstream media

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks man, plenty more to come

[@fredstriker2042]

@@OutdoorswithErik my pleasure brother. I spend tons of time outdoors working AND playing. I'm sure you understand it's almost therapeutic doing that kind of stuff. Beautiful property man you should put a bridge, small patio with a firepit, and some landscaping! Congrats on Your wolverines deep dive in the tournament

[@tarabeard]

Cannibal? You would eat a stranger??? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@fredstriker2042]

@@tarabeard gotta love talk to text.... well I've "eaten a few" but not a cannibal

[@chrisanderson9856]

I would have told that anonymous neighbor to pound sand. There are a quite a few Hostas in those "so called" weeds. Who can really see that area anyways? If it were me I would have got rid of some of the tall grass but thats it. The plant with the tall stem and little white/pink flowers are Hostas. There is an orange flowered plant that is also used as ground cover. Hopefully they will come back next spring.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Granted it needed to be done, but, still, 200 yards from the road, why would anyone care?

[@abeautifulworld3781]

Have to say that it does look nice trimmed up. Sorry about the snakes, but you're calm and cool. We have a ditch/Creek that I cut along and have seen a snake or two, surprises the kajeebees out of me. The day I see an alligator, it's all over.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Oh wow, Alligator would be crazy for sure!

[@auntiem873]

First person to question about the letter is Jessica. 🤔 I think she wanted you to clean up that spot so she could use the swing. That rockery is beautiful don’t tear it down! You could always dig up the area with the kabota and then Lay down landscaper cloth or paper (whatever you call it in your neck of the woods) And then lay down Astro- turf. The grass will alway be cut, green and no problem. Then dig up the garden and plant stuff for the family, maybe Grapes. You can even use the landscapers paper around the plants and not have to worry about the weeds there either. If you want, build up the rockery by shorting it. It does look like it is there to create a path to the creek though.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Yea, I think more rocks would be awesome!

[@auntiem873]

@@OutdoorswithErik 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

It would be great if your neighbors where graceful enough to talk to you face to face.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

It's 2021, that doesn't happen these days lol

[@suzykeene9298]

Long grass and mosquitoes isn't an issue, it's the creek that encourages mosquitoes to breed - the real issue is the snakes - that in itself is reason enough to keep the garden weed-free. The neighbour should have contacted you in person to express their concerns, even if they were afraid of your response.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Completely agree with you Suzy!

[@bettytimberman8210]

So how close did they have to be to see the tall grass if you are not close to the road? And the barn didn't block thier view.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Likely someone being a jerk, no one around to complain, they can't even see it

[@vickiporter315]

@@OutdoorswithErik unfortunately you seem to attract jerks.. Funny how they want to remain anonymous.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

@@vickiporter315 which doesn’t make any sense, we try to help everyone

[@juliamason8393]

I hope the hostas grow back, they are beautiful plants and not a weed. Some hostas will sell for over 3 figures.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

They will!

[@juliamason8393]

@Michael Scofield hostas grow in the USA also

[@debraorgan5949]

And Canada

[@Marilyn195]

Wow you could make a real cool rockery with plants along side of the creek,would be great for attracting hummingbirds,butterflies,ect.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I like that idea

[@ChariCole-c2t]

TY for all you do.

[@iainpaton7129]

Job well done Erik 👏 keep the great videos coming friend from Scotland 👍

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks 👍

[@gvet47]

You do such a wonderful service for people. I do worry when I see you do not wear any eye protection. Hope at least some ear protection as well.

[@lindalewis5066]

Damn! That was some serious clean up! Don't worry about chopping down flower's. As long as the roots are alive they'll grow back. And at the speed that your property grows it will happen in no time. 🌿🌿 Garder snakes are not poisonous & don't really bite. I pick them up & move them. 🐍 Why did you blow the grass into the creek? It might kill the fish. Great work, Erik. It looks beautiful! 💚 Screw the neighbors. Put the rock's alongside the creek to help with flooding. It will help you to control the grass easier too. Much love to y'all! 👍❤️

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks Linda!!

[@131dyana]

Thank you for sharing.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks my friend for stopping by!

[@J-Colt]

I thought it looked natural and great as it was. From looks of it I don't see how a neighbor would even see it unless trespassing.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Granted it needed to be done, but, still, 200 yards from the road, why would anyone care?

[@ginacannon9272]

Looks so much better.@ least u can see creek now🤘🏻

[@SarcasticallySouthern30]

Erik, I thought it looked fine to start with....very natural. Your neighbor is an idiot. It just needed a little pruning. It's a shame to cut down the hostas.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Hostas will grow back, need to keep the weeds under control

[@mattbannan637]

MUCH IMPROVED!!!

[@sandralewis6454]

Aww Erik, leave the wildflowers at least until they are through blooming!

[@marylavine2632]

Great job, hope snakes went to visit letter writer.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL, love this comment

[@eric_seguin]

I missed this one. Did you have another neighbor complain about cutting the wildlife habitat? I'm still get a chuckle when I think about the dead tree debacle. Hope you found a use for the rocks.

[@audreyalbert5981]

That neighbor should mind their own business! This is your own property. The only comment I'm going to make besides the above will be for those beautiful flowers that got whacked. They were so nice! I wish they (just the flowers) could have been kept. I loved their colors. Maybe they will come back???

[@AlfredGustafson]

I'm afraid of snakes. Will run if one gets out there. Rather you than me.😂😂😂

[@bettiswan5999]

Love this transformation..

[@hilda4767]

Huge difference. Great. Job

[@wandafaulk3641]

What a shame to have to cut all the pretty flowers down! Looks so pretty with the stream flowing! Great job!

[@Ham549]

Funny you complain about the flowers but not the animals he kill

[@LeonardFShanerJR]

Why did you wack down the Hosta, that was the white flower?

[@debbiebliss1523]

Yeah, why don't you know the difference between a weed and an expensive garden plant? Well, if you then don't touch stick to mowing lawns if you know how to do that!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Because we are turning that area into grass

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I do know the difference, I have about 10 hosta plants all over and we are turning this into grass

[@maggieteusch6221]

That was actually very relaxing to watch😊

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertphillips6296]

The white flowers made it look like a decorative feature.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Agreed!

[@Clint902]

I had a few snakes in my yard. They live in tall grass but they also love rocks. We found quite a few while cleaning out my pile of rocks and loading them onto the truck. I hate snakes!

[@jim6658]

That's how it's done! I agree with you about the rocks.

[@janiceward132]

Just looks like a wild flower bed to me! I'd prefer that to the mowed down look.

[@davidhackett7106]

Cool of you to be a good person and willing to make your neighbor happy. However, if there is a next time, I recommend doing yard work at 2:00 A.M.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I love this my friend

[@kathyglass2922]

Oh! You are fun!!!!! :)

[@freida8307]

Good job. Lot of work 👍🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@tonygonzales8250]

Hi there GORGEOUS Erik 🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@melissamotcheck9705]

Love your shirt!!! Go Blue💙💙💙💙

[@kateannkippy37]

YEP! Mowing, Weed waking,Cutting down DEAD WIDOW MAKERS...are the best videos to relax with...

[@OutdoorswithErik]

For sure, they are satisfying

[@davedavis662]

Rocks, tall grass and water, everything a snake loves.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Agree, it's perfect habitat

[@clintonhanson]

If they are an anonymous neighbor then just ignore it! I probably would of waited another week maybe 2 before I decided to trim it!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Well stated

[@doreenwilliams2020]

Nosey neighbor's nothing better to do

[@pattyprice2644]

Great video Erik I'd have boys out there picking up rocks and taking down to creek in the woods to help keep snakes down and can mow Looks awesome

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Great idea

[@kehautakahashi9320]

Love The Stream. Grass Be Way Easier 2 Maintain. 🦋💖🤙🏼😎

[@FredF6431]

After watching this, I somehow felt like I had worked today, but I wasn't tired.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL, thanks Fred, it was a workout

[@p.annstamantmsha8770]

Omgoodness SNAKES...VERY BRAVE AND WONDERFULLY BLESSED TO...

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks my friend

[@gatorgogo2742]

The space was so pretty with the flowers. I would have left it alone. If you just had to cut something it could have been to trim the outside of the rocks, not the flowers! Every spring I let the yard grow until the cuts-and- comes- agains bloom out. That way I have a couple of acres of flowers to pick and enjoy no matter what the neighbors say.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Flowers will grow back, I think we need to redo the area due to flooding anyway

[@sarahburr1034]

I know it sounds crazy ,but really enjoyed this video when you are home bound you really miss doing even yard work felt like I was standing there with you . Love the little waterfall and creek you are really blessed to have such a beautiful place love walking in the woods with you !!!!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thanks Sarah, glad you enjoyed it and hope you enjoy the channel

[@kerielmore823]

Is this your yard? It doesn't get that high in a week though. ???

[@gaylaeberhart4918]

I mow my hostesses down every fall. They come back beautiful.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

They do come up pretty easy

[@OutdoorswithErik]

They sure do!

[@juanvelasquez7870]

Are those snake boots you have ?? I work in landscaping and I’ve been trying to get some good snake boots to try and prevent from getting bit sometimes I cut big lawns like this

[@bethdumont9020]

I'd also hazard a guess that the complaints about the "overgrown grass/driveway" were a direct response to this video being posted.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Who knows

[@LALLENize]

Great job on the clearing. Are you going to widen the creek and berm the dirt to help with flooding?

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I'd like to, need permission from DNR

[@kayjones392]

Pretty yard. Not very neighborly neighbor!

[@seraficaweis6317]

I admire your industry...your not afraid of hard work, God bless you more. Be safe ...snakes are not too friendly.

[@joeglennaz]

I agree get rid of the rocks. I was not clear about the neighbor complaint so is this your property and you had an anonymous neighbors complained about your property?

[@arrianaterrones5332]

2:26 LOL

[@SilentThunder1958]

Good Job,

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Thsnks my friend

[@kayhansen6959]

What do you have on that weed whacker? A bike chain, lol? That thing cut with precision!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL, just striing, heavy duty

[@karenmandel4547]

pretty water area, imagine landscaping of some sort...

[@michaelspeakman8924]

I would ask my neighbors who left that note curious about me not cutting my grass for one week. I would pick up every one of them rocks. And every time I went by their house I would throw a rock in their yard and complain about it. It sounds like something that your kids would do to you because they didn't get to go on your week being gone. You know that it takes a lot for the county to complain. Where the city is not applying it takes a lot for people to complain about other people's property. Especially if they burn brush trash. Because most of them people burn it in their front yard. Or they bring over their friends and have a big bonfire at the end of the year.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I like that

[@peggyanderson9952]

Griff seems to like the finished grass etc. removal. 😃

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL, he is always out and about

[@charleswilliams8296]

I don’t think it looked bad, it was natural looking. Now if you had trash all over the place and it was an eye sore that would be another story. Didn’t look bad to me though.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

I agree!

[@lynnholland8355]

I was surprised you don't wear eye, ear protection or mask. The weed wacking and mowing throw a lot of dust and debris in the air. On the farm we used all three when mowing, and and clearing brush. Have you been harmed while battling snakes, insects, spiders and other wildlife or plant debris? What do you do if you have to cut poison ivy, oak?

[@randlerichardson5826]

Have a blessed night brother Amen 🙏

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Great to see you brother

[@melaniefuller8451]

Good to see you have on your boots😍

[@OutdoorswithErik]

definiiely

[@cherylipadbutler5720]

I would move the rocks and line the sides of the creek with them. Watching you work was strangely satisfying. : )

[@OutdoorswithErik]

LOL, love it!

[@FredF6431]

The only reason I watched this was to see if Eric would soil his pants if a real snake jumped up out of those weeds!

[@OutdoorswithErik]

There were 3 gardner snakes down near the water

[@lindaocanete8807]

Very nice 👍

[@justme7606]

How do people know how tall your weeds are unless they come on your property?

[@OutdoorswithErik]

You can see it off the road about 200 yards

[@JareigusDixon-y2k]

Awesome 👍

[@AnimalHouse301]

Neighbor has a problem. Snakes need a place to live, too. Especially harmless ones like garter snakes. Hosta is a beautiful landscape plant by itself.

[@OutdoorswithErik]

Agree

[@emilydill9357]

Sorry Erik, that was more than 1 weeks growth. More like 2 months not being mowed. To bad you took out those pretty hostas while on your mowing spree. Great old barn, so obviously those rocks were some ones garden from years past.

[@jacquelynportee3875]

That's a lot of hard work. May the snakes rest in peace R.I.P. Yov've done a really nice job after all that moewing and cutting down trees and grass. Very interesting and fun watching you do that.