I Built a Secret Tiny Cabin that has Wood Stove Heating

Building a tiny cabin in the woods, with a custom wood stove. This was the first time I've ever attempted anything like this.
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[@RodMurray]

Extraordinary! The shot where you go inside and close the door and the dog can’t figure out where you went is magical!

[@angelabarrineau3404]

Bwahahaha

[@tinydancer7426]

Latest version of the blanket trick. 😄

[@Stingball22]

That dog really knows how to make itself comfortable. It actually tucked itself into the sleeping bag.

[@Primus-ue4th]

I like how he never really ran off. Worked as a security guard for any potential nosy squirrels.

[@iamwil6914]

What is the breed?

[@14xels88]

@@iamwil6914 Jack Russell terrier.

[@nancystrickland1623]

Your doggie is really keeping an eye on things.

[@billtrombley3434]

My brother had a Parsons Russell, he would stick around us when we went into the woods, always believed him to be a "people dog." He didn't like the noise of power tools, but would stay around instead of going exploring on his own. Miss you pal. Like that you used a battery operated saw & drill, the lack of an internal combustion engine really made the video easier to watch. After you get the roof weatherproofed, consider putting some extensions on the bed frame for an outdoor bench or cabinet, or firewood lean to.

[@eddiespain2410]

I have to say this is one of few Cabin builds I've enjoyed watching. When I built mine back in 1986 I put those Hinges on the Inside making it harder for someone to enter and finally used a Galvanized Lock system against thieves. I use to leave the door unlocked but I had a theft problem. The thief was eventually arrested when Deer Camera's became available in 1999. Try a Peppermint Mixture sprayed on the outside of the door and inside to keep bugs at bay. 1 quart distilled water, one cup Vodka and 30 drops of Peppermint Oil. Mix well and then use a cheap Spray bottle to spray.

[@zdzisawakale1230]

Minimalistycznie,ale pięknie.Bardzo mi się podobają👏

[@JonPolvado]

Nice cabin and a sweet dog. Don't forget to leak proof the roof .Jon in tennessee

[@dordebijelic3925]

!11111😊❤!1!​@@zdzisawakale1230

[@Deut3019]

No rock footings?

[@Patrick.Weightman]

I always see people make videos of them building structures like this out in the woods, and NOBODY talks about the downsides like bugs and spiders and whatnot. They all just make it look as picturesque and perfect as possible. Very refreshing to hear someone talk about their shelter honestly Keep on keeping on. And careful, don't get caught by DNR or the like.

[@vegetablepolice]

I installed this little silicone sponge holder that hangs off my kitchen faucet. Your afternoon was pretty productive too, I suppose.

[@SaberToothGary]

HAHAHA

[@yngvartahtinen]

VP, you’re the reason I discovered FF - thank you man!

[@ksweet696]

🤣

[@51-FS]

Where did u get it from?

[@vespermartini2556]

😂😂😂😂

[@cindyann5314]

You sir are a true craftsman. Love how Rocco did her part by starting on digging the outhouse!

[@griffmustard]

😂😂

[@lea801]

Lol

[@moteroargentino7944]

@burt2481 Cry some more.

[@cindyann5314]

@@K1OIK we all watch for different reasons and enjoy different things.

[@beckyumphrey2626]

@@K1OIK You must not like dogs. My husband could not live without his blind guide dog. Please be kind.

[@lenamartinez7999]

Precious 💕 dog he loves his owner, I'm gonna give this video a huge like.

[@naomiwoodman3585]

I am so impressed with you. Hiking, cooking, sweet and patient with your pup, cabin building, and what an awesome fireplace!!

[@julesj77]

Are you kidding me!! Just when we think we’ve witnessed all your talents, you go and pull yet another one out of the bag. Insane, just insane Foresty

[@themistermax]

What an awesome pup! (Nice shelter, too!)

[@kennethstover1741]

Yeah, he looks very happy😃

[@billtaggart3889]

That little doggie is just too damn cute!

[@lindasmith3648]

@@kennethstover1741 It’s a girl.😊

[@user-bm3br4fc8v]

Why do you care more about the dog than the cabin? Isn’t the cabin better

[@freindlycannuck1591]

This has got to be the best video of this kind that we've ever seen so far! Congrats!

[@moonharvestgoon1970]

This guy helped me believe in myself. I never would have thought i could build a cabin like this until I saw him eating the same brand of Ramen as me

[@thisisbethm]

This was amazing to watch! And Rocko was an addition we didn’t even know we needed. Her adventures have been fun.

[@BronzedTube]

Not sure I can take much more of that puppy. The cuteness levels can't even be measured. Nice job on the little hut!

[@soniadowney7427]

I'm madly in love!

[@jansveen]

I was in a pretty bad mood this morning. Your film put me in a better place. Thank you!

[@mlml]

I like how you are both open about using power tools (a lot of wilderness hobbyists on youtube dont openly admit to using power tools) as well as conscious of the environment continuing in disuse and not leaving anything behind.

[@darkestbeforedawn8130]

I'm an asphalt paver for 20+ years now and I respect hard work and being thorough, everyone thinks they have better ways until they actually go out and try to do it themselves.

[@unjarredoutdoors5513]

Enough Said Friend

[@darkestbeforedawn8130]

@@unjarredoutdoors5513 there you are... There's always one.

[@brianbarefoot6574]

@@darkestbeforedawn8130 Unfortunately the world is full of idiots. Notice the ratio of likes to your comment and "unjarred". Unfortunately she is too dumb to get it.

[@markdavis6923]

love the idea that you left a note for however finds your shelter. Never know if it could save someone like in a jam. I make hunting stacks about the same way. I don't even lock them and leave a ledger in them. I'm always surprised when I go to one and find a new log in one for someone that took refuge in it. in this day and age they even leave a email address. it warms my heart when someone leaves a message that they stayed in one on a bad day just to make it throw the day. made many new friends this way. They've even shared their harvest with me because they hug out for a few hours in one of my natural blinds. Heck I've even recruited some of them to help make new ones

[@michaeldiehl2458]

You are awesome man. God bless you

[@valerieann8007]

Nice!❤😉

[@SCCIT-jq6jh]

That's how you do it!.

[@ourtechwriter]

Like an old world bothy!

[@toyapurifoy7063]

Awesome and cool and this is great for people who have little nature experience and GPS at least until daycomes safety is me

[@bar_fun3315]

This is by far one of the coolest things I've ever seen. Thank you for showing all the hard work that went into this. By the size and shape one would think this is simple but it's anything but. This is truly masterful wood working skills. So much attention to detail. I especially love the dowels to keep everything in place. That thing ain't going nowhere. Applause my friend.

[@michaelprice9377]

Yep i love the pegs too were they cedar

[@dianamarcelo3]

OMG the puppy is precious. Just loved him. Great video. Thank you

[@hicksadventures256]

I’ve watched a lot of cabin builds but I’ve never seen anyone build hinges like that. Very cool!

[@mauricepowers3804]

Agreed!!!

[@stimconvo1195]

Yes

[@paulb5680]

Yeh Foresty is a very smart guy

[@travelwannabe5392]

Yes!!!

[@robertheaton5699]

Use old barrels for shingles

[@ainokea4u]

Outstanding effort Foresty...I'm a carpenter with 40 years experience and I give you a huge thumbs up for this...especially the door and hinge set up...great job

[@UncaDave]

It sure is a great little build. Hinges like that are what we use, in metal of course, on our farm gates.

[@jwulf]

He was so matter of fact about building that, I was like.... 😳

[@moluswildernesshomestead]

That is great always something new as I Built my own log cabin alone in the wilderness, come and joined me at my channel

[@cj9667]

Sweet build..Rocco is absolutely adorable….especially on your pillow!

[@daflotsam]

Loved the foreshadowing of this video appearing in previous.

[@darwinrussell]

A cabin build and an adorable companion. Life is good for ole Foresty.

[@bamadad53]

Can’t believe this is the first shelter like this you’ve ever built. You did an amazing job on it.

[@SuperBBetty]

The little dog is just adorable 🥰

[@geoffallert1921]

Rocks around the stove to create a thermal mass. Brilliant.🧙‍♂

[@OffGridBackcountryAdventures]

Nice job Forest! That little cabin turned out awesome.

[@forestyforest]

Thank you!

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

That forest managed to get a human to build it a cabin.

[@Il-Siciliano]

I've watched far too many log cabin builds since retirement and yes, yours is easily among the best of the best. But my take-away from this is the most precious dog on the internet/KZbin! Rocko will steal the heart of the coldest witch! She is priceless!

[@forestyforest]

Thank you!

[@mehchocolate1257]

@@forestyforest what is the name of your jack Russell terrier

[@pauloh3591]

@@mehchocolate1257 Rocko!! Everyone knows that. Lol.

[@fattonyd232]

I think youll like what my son and I come up with kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5-1lGCJfKucqMU

[@masterk5372]

Agree 😂😅😅

[@Rylanbro]

I find my self coming back to this video quite often. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Rylanbro]

Ey here we are again 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Tophet1]

Love the pup. He's a champion.

[@derekkay4969]

Does it not make you rethink life a little when your little doggo is so happy being in a log cabin with you, they don't need anything else, just you. Makes you wonder why we all need so many things and so much technology to make us all happy.

[@olejacobstalesen6558]

That thing went together quicker than an Ikea folding chair! Really enjoyed the video!

[@deew7014]

😂

[@pammadrid7804]

😄😅

[@petergozinya6122]

Reminds me of the bunkers the VC built in Nam. Of course, they used bamboo.

[@georgemallory797]

Strong as a fortress!! That dog is the cherry on this video. Part cat. Good little companion.

[@rpartlow59]

Hi ! This was the first video of yours that I saw and I was amazed at your skills. I honestly can't believe that I do not remember Rocco being in this video ! I have since enjoyed every video you have made. I am 64 yrs. old and am not able to hike at all anymore. I sure do love your music and drone footage. I really like the cooking segments as well ! I await your next video. Thanks Foresty

[@timeforchange6818]

It is awesome! You have incredible skills! Loved how Rocco jumped up on the bed and laid down on the pillow; 'I'm home'. Those that run into it will think 'wow, who built this!'

[@nnnooowwwaaayyy]

Going thru some mental hell’th issues atm. These build videos are like medicine, it’s weird but I know I’m not alone.

[@anthonymangino5074]

I love this guy, this is definitely an educational video for anyone who wants to learn how to survive and build a log cabin in the woods. This guy is a highly intelligent man to do all of this.

[@jiffijoff9780]

You are seriously too cool for this world. Man, is there anything you start that doesn't work? Brilliant, thanks for sharing 💡🙏👏👍

[@Meta9871]

That's such a cool project. I love how the doggie immediately took your place as you made the bed

[@hendrixj.8356]

lol i thought that was funny also what a cute doggo

[@ExquisiteTouch.M.M.P]

The dog was quite grateful you built him a nice little hut. He jumped right up and said now go build your own. 😂

[@christianmorris8065]

She’s a great little character, isn’t she??

[@harrymills2770]

Dog just wants to be close to the man.

[@enigma9971]

Typical haha

[@markrossnagel4680]

That sir is a class A cabin! I really enjoyed watching your built. Your pup is a great companion. Thank you.

[@dougshins]

Best part is definitely when he closes the door and Rocko goes running by wondering where he went. Classic doggo

[@stuartaminion511]

@@K1OIK doggos are great. with what is happening in the world today, doggos are doublely great. was forest in this one??? lol.

[@dougshins]

@@K1OIK Sounds like someone has some insecurities about their masculinity 😂 If you don't like that people comment on a dog. Don't read the comments.

[@kerrycooper-dean4243]

@@K1OIK 😂😂😂😂😂

[@dougshins]

@@K1OIK Even if that was true. Then don't read the comments. Or counter it and leave a "You're awesome Foresty" comment and be on your way. Pretty sexist to say everyone is a girl or "girly man" because we made a comment about a dog. 🤦‍♂

[@underdog4255]

...and then he opened the door, doggo jumps into cabin, then door closes. LOL

[@mcakey1648]

Well done, FF. That woodstove is incredible. Pretty sure that was a Sawyer Beetle in addition to the mosquitoes keeping you awake. For rain, shakes on the roof would be my vote for sure. Also, if you come back to stay in winter you might want to install the door to open inward so a dump of snow doesn’t block you in. Love your channel.

[@omehenwanneka8953]

Good thinking...

[@busterdee8228]

Well done. Looking forward to the video in which your dog builds the next one. You seemed to have had his complete attention.

[@RyanTiffany5]

This cabin is amazing. I also will sleep better knowing Snow White and the 7 dwarfs will be out of the elements. Good job forest!

[@robertherndon8543]

You have the greatest story lines and do the things that others would like to do. A true adventurer. We love your channel

[@lea801]

Yes we do. ☺️

[@c11p]

It turned out more than alright! Incredible. FF is top-tier content, and this video proves it.

[@rosemarie20]

Awesome, Simon!!! Just awesome! Totally adore little Rocco, too.

[@Tinytraveler]

I actually don't enjoy the "non talking" videos. Just do your thing. I like your narrations and engagement with your viewers! ♥

[@campervanbug7658]

His dreamy voice🫠

[@alancross1141]

so on the roof to help waterproofing, make a mixture of the dirt (make mud) and mix in any loose gravel you can find and since you have lichens, mix those in as well. Make it about 6" thick and cover with a thin coating of the downed branches. The mud/gravel acts like a cement, the lichens grow and stabilize, the smaller branches reduce erosion. Nice job on the cabin.

[@enigma9971]

Brilliant!

[@joshjohnson635]

That’s approximately how I’ve seen roofs sealed up and it works.

[@fuggenell]

Your pup is gorgeous. Love your shelter too.

[@benwillis124]

You are an artist with a chainsaw. Your hinges are brilliant. I especially loved the end note of leaving a log in a bottle for anyone else who might come along and benefit from your work! And bravo to your dog! Well done.

[@imaytag]

Wow, this was something I never expected from you but I'm so glad it exists. I really like watching these kind of build videos. I just love hard work. I could watch people do it all day!

[@dingfeldersmurfalot4560]

LOL ditto! But you know, I feel like, by watching it, I've proved myself in a way, and earned and deserve some respect for the soul-centeredness and simple practicality I've just shown, too.

[@pjacobson8189]

Brilliant!

[@plucas1]

15:20 I like how FF lays down the sleeping bag on the bed and Rocko jumps right on it and give him a look like, "Okay, this is mine, but where are you going to sleep?"

[@TheWanderingIrishman]

That was awesome dude. The stove was really well done.

[@weisfamilymn]

Found you after watching Anna Uncharted. What a cool cabin build and your dog is the cutest!

[@RickyJSports]

This was an absolute legendary build. Well done man. 🙏

[@robertheaton5699]

Use old barrels for shingles.

[@tomtaylor1178]

Yo Ricky J didn’t expect to see u here!

[@JustinKruger336]

Use orange clay from the ground to seal cracks in walls and put a metal roof and add plywood to the inside of door and a window. Look up how they built tobacco barns in 1800s.

[@daphneraven6745]

@@JustinKruger336 : That makes good sense, to use the old established technology that most people have forgotten. Is orange clay about iron content in the soil, Sir? It’s not a technology that’s used in my area, so it’s the only thing I can think of that might be analogous. Just out of interest, when I finally get a little bit of time, I’ll take your suggestion to go look that up. It’s amazing how the ideas that everybody took for granted for so long, just get forgotten when we find something else that we like a little better. Shame about forgotten technologies.

[@JustinKruger336]

@@daphneraven6745 orange clay is the dirt that occurs naturally in North Carolina and many other places many tobacco barns are still standing like other states. Back then there was endless oak and pine trees and other trees that are now rare and water proof.

[@omehenwanneka8953]

This guy never disappoints sweeping me off my feet with his incredible talent, I'm amazed Bro... Thanks for the inspiration....

[@citizensauto]

@@klopstockia186 🤣🤣

[@jwulf]

@Omehe Nwanneka SAME!

[@whbjr.6400]

Sounds like love!

[@omehenwanneka8953]

@@whbjr.6400 absolutely.... That's why I'm subscribed to this channel....

[@lisafleming9603]

Love the visual Omehe Nwanneka.

[@RoronoaEmi]

I love terriers. Had a rat terrier growing up and she was such an intelligent and loving dog. Your Rocko seems very sweet! Always great to see that making mistakes is ok and part of the process. So many videos don't talk about that. And I never thought about the bugs!! 😱

[@chriscullum4527]

Like so many on here, I'm impressed with your cabin. BUT the door hinges? Pure genius!!!!

[@nightnurse2543]

Enjoyed watching you make the cabin with your little assistant!!!You are a clever guy😉

[@bonniepelletier9990]

I really enjoyed this video. The cabin turned out great. The wood stove and the door hinges were genius! 👌 It was super cute to see how you and Rocko interact - she is no doubt , a great companion.

[@lisasebella]

the little tap handle is adorable

[@anderssvensk4317]

Clever design and I really like how you putting stones around the stove. Great heat source after the fire stops burning.

[@1967davethewave]

That's a cool cabin. Good job with a few modern tools to do some old timey work! One small suggestion if you live in a really cold area, a longer stove pipe will take advantage of heat that is otherwise lost. If you run it up to the ceiling and across to the other side it will put out much more heat!

[@DexterHaven]

Good point. I worked in an ancient courthouse in rural Nevada. They heated the big courtroom with a single wood stove and an iron tube 25 feet long across the room, radiating heat as it went out.

[@xxxYYZxxx]

Also, capping the end of the pipe with a "T" section, or just a curved piece of sheet metal across the opening, keeps wind from blowing back down the pipe, as it just blows out the other side of the "T".

[@mattpetty1]

@@xxxYYZxxx Put another Tee on the inside right off the top of the stove and not that 90 degree bend, Close off the top and you should have a much more stable platform to place and cooking stuff and not that rocky round tube where it looked like that pot just might tip over.

[@thegreatwhite75]

Don't worry, it'll be PLENTY warm when it catches on fire because of all the "clearances to combustibles" issues! 😉🔥🛖🔥

[@larrywhalen596]

I liked the suggestions of running the pipe across the room. But keep it low to the floor to maximize the heat exchange since heat rises, and then run the vertical pipe up and along the inner wall and have it exit prior to the ceiling/roof - on the side wall to a standard vertical pipe with a vented cover to keep the rain and snow out, plus birds and insects. My Wife had a 10' W x 12' L x 14' H Barn style shed by Tuff Shed built for me to work on my projects and "writings" and I needed to design a heating unit to keep it warm during the winter and have utilized both the propane tank in 5 and 10 gal. as well as a 30 gal "oil' drum as the burners/stoves with great success for each one since the total area is only about 1,600 cubic feet since it has a Gambrel style roof. I use 12" x 24" cast paver with aluminum foil between the floor and the walls to keep the heat transference to a minimum and also on the outside surface of the pavers to reflect the heat into 6he interior of the shop. Finally, I just found a discarded bbq/smoker and intend to tie it in to the heating system I now have since I can use it to cook with too. Hope this helps someone with a solution for a heating unit for their shop or maybe even thier home in an emergency and the videos are here on You-Tube if you need them.

[@pauloh3591]

I love the fact he can step out of his self made house and walk into his self made cabin with just a few steps. That must be a joyful sensation.

[@donnyboon2896]

Make an old fashioned oil cloth. 😁

[@sandywu1016]

Great cabin! Love your dog so cute especially when you closet the door and he was like where did you go?! Lol

[@lifthearth]

Love Roco running up to the door pacing to get inside after the door closed. 😂

[@vivianbstrd]

Is there anything you aren’t good at? Lol. Constantly blown away by your skills. Just wow.

[@stimconvo1195]

Seriously!

[@lou1958]

Seen a lot of log shelters on YT and honestly, this is one of the most innovative and aesthetically pleasing of the bunch. Really love the door. Hard to believe you have no experience at this. Thanks for the good vid.

[@anthaniehenry9415]

Are these guys who build these on their own property?

[@lou1958]

@@anthaniehenry9415 Either on their own property or a property belonging to someone else with permission. Or so they say anyway. There are tons of them on YT.

[@smellykelley69]

agreed. he doesn`t even appear to fit the stereotype of an outdoorsmen but he definitely has some skills. the little dog just makes the video all the more appealing.

[@kianmistry7949]

this is a good skill, survival in the forest

[@EC-dz4bq]

@@anthaniehenry9415 Over here at western N.C (Looks a lot like where he is at) its not uncommon for people to own 20-30 acres of woodland with their actual house properties. (Some go to the thousands) These are residential rural areas.

[@toriegrenier3985]

I think my fav “character” in this video was the pup checking things out along the way 😉

[@ajf5759]

Mesmerising to watch someone with skill, confidence & purposefulness create a little work of art as though it was something he did every day ...!

[@jwulf]

I can not be the only one sitting here watching this new episode of Swiss Family Foresty like 😲. You are such a humble Jack of All Trades! Was this just public land or did you buy yourself a little parcel? This was so awesome. There seems to be nothing you can't do. Hope you are feeling closer to 100% than the 80% you have been at. Awesome addition to your normal content! ✌🏽

[@3generations393]

I keep saying " this is my favorite video" but really-I have enjoyed each and every one. Love your raw talent young man and of course your sidekick finds a faster escape through the cabin door. You can't make this dog any more entertaining. I thank God for you both 🙏✌🌎💞💋

[@nikkisthinem]

Same here!

[@malkitsandhu6968]

The rocks around the stove is very well thought of, once they get hot would keep the cabin warm. good job

[@susanciaramella9472]

Yes larger logs is a must!

[@TheGKimble]

Wow, that was an amazing build, you are quite the craftsman, and Rocko is absolutely the best helper I've ever seen. Thanks for sharing!

[@piddy3825]

The hinges for the door are simply brilliant! Best example of bushcraft ingenuity I've seen on KZbin. You've got a new subscriber!

[@samueladams4218]

Except someone could just lift the door off from the outside.

[@tatdster]

@@samueladams4218 easily solved by putting another pin thru the bottom if he drilled it out and made the other pin longer.

[@ThomasAdsumus]

@@samueladams4218 He mentioned on the video that the door was just for a peace of mind knowing that he wouldn't wake up with a bear staring at him like: "hi there, beauty".

[@kenworth159]

@@samueladams4218 if the door is latched from the inside it couldn’t be lifted off the hinges as the door would hit above it on the beam.

[@forestyforest]

Thank you, thanks for subscribing 🙂

[@jaskojasko4356]

first time here and i think i found my favourite channel... friendly humble guy and a cute dog, what else do you need? hello from Bosnia

[@Dj-zz]

You’re talented & ingenious with a great attitude Forestry. I really enjoy watching your adventures. Thanks for sharing.

[@robertscholz4486]

You know what ... I can honestly say that I found that video to be one of the most engrossing ones that you ever made!!! I have to admit, I wasn't sure where you were going with the door hinges until the last moment -- nice!!! As for the insects, with the weather as wet as it was, it's really not all that surprising.

[@ru2b4real]

Clay, Mortar or a Wood ash cement could work to fill the roof gaps. Debarking the timber and heating them in a fire will help reduce the sap drip. Great little video enjoyed it.

[@deborahbausch1097]

My Dad built one for his momma when he was a teen in Kentucky

[@donlalo70]

I have one question ❓ . Is it rain proof? .

[@mutteringmale]

I was thinking the same thing; but after laying your clay for example, take the vent off the wood stove, plug the vent, start the fire and smoke/heat up the inside really hot. Should take care of critters that live in the thatch, which is what middle ages people did periodically on their thatch roofs and set the clay hard.

[@matildagreene1744]

Great 'little' video ?? Let me see u do it, Mr. Big......🤣

[@rogerringold616]

Clay sounds more user friendly, natural. But digging to find enough clay is work.

[@jpozzoli]

I’m so used to watching people build these shelters with nothing but a hatchet and a clay pot, when the chainsaw and drill came out I was like, “What is this futuristic magic!?!”

[@danilo6680]

Watching futuristic stuff on KZbin, who would’ve thought lol.

[@mcspyd3r1]

those kind of videos are usually fake

[@Gnarlyboi]

​​​@@mcspyd3r1how can you tell? I believe you I just don't want this genre to be another one of those "building swimming pools in the jungle" type scenarios. I've seen a couple where I thought "wow how convenient for you to find the exact empty drum/rusty pipes to make a stove" or "you could not dig that much in a day"

[@BigBobby49er]

​@@mcspyd3r1Yes. The hoes and the excavators are always operated whe off camera. Along with the ditch witch and front loaders.

[@lisarochwarg4707]

I was wondering how you'd make the hinges. Good idea! And you have a raised floor to keep out the creepy crawlies. Looks snug.

[@aubreyjackson9770]

Very fun build, and Rocko was darling. I love how she uses your legs as a standing and sitting platform, Jacks are the best dogs 🐶

[@DaynaLeigh]

Forestry Forest, a man of many talents 😊 I loved every minute of this build, it was so soothing to watch 👌🏽

[@user-pk8ph5gs6x]

You are the best architect and artist in history. In particular, I almost fainted when I saw you cooking Korean Shin Ramen.

[@perpetualroadtrip]

This is one of my favorite videos on tour channel. Really awesome. Did someone teach you how to build or did you learn along the way by yourself? Thank you for sharing the skills with us.

[@907runner]

Such a beautiful video Foresty. On so many levels. I'm hesitant and reluctant to say this is your best video ever but I want you to know it is very. very. good. different content, different production. something, but its very good. I very much appreciate the work you put in into building your structure. I very much appreciate the work you put into filming the process. You have ever right to be proud of what you built, its a beautiful structure, its a beautiful process. thank you for sharing. Thank you, continue the good work

[@soniadowney7427]

Agreed

[@marlenen6130]

Absolutely

[@TofteTom]

This was a real treat to watch! Absolutely fantastic. That door, the whole thing. Thanks!

[@davebloggs]

nicely done. always nice to find places like this out in the forest, it was an interesting build, I have built much smaller temporary shelters, as we are not supposed to build permanent ones , but always nice to find somewhere like this. I like the stove idea.

[@barbarabell1171]

Nice job!!!! I like it much better when the video is narrated. I learn more😊

[@supakrunch]

That's an awesome pup! Glad he was willing to share his bunk with you. Great build video!

[@joluijten6313]

Thats not a puppy , its a jack russell terriër.

[@99jp99]

I love that the dog always went thru the gap between the door and frame. Wicked smart dog.

[@RicMoxley]

That dog was a real show stealer LOL

[@nelchid]

Why do Americans call fully grown dogs pups or puppies? It's very annoying!

[@randytravis3998]

@@nelchid get over it my dog's are 3 or 4 years old and I still call them puppies at times ..

[@ovash1]

I enjoyed the video, and appreciate, first of all, the work that went into making the cabin, his honesty about sleeping in a cabin like that, and the fact that he spoke. No one speaks in these videos, so I really appreciate that. And his little dog was really cool too.

[@mutteringmale]

I'm still wondering what she was digging up. These dogs a genetically instinctive to be raters and small mammals.

[@jantrewitt4058]

What a great job building this cabin!! Love your doggie, so cute!!

[@frogmanencountersradio5462]

Hmmm yum Lunch in a box and toothpicks Please keep teaching your kind this way Thanking you truly yours Every giant

[@jomicheleseidl2033]

that was so much fun to watch. I like how you created pegs to stabilize the logs and assemble the door. A lot of work but really effective. And your hinge system for the door was very creative. Cool little stove too and I like the stone surround as a safety measure and a massive heat sink. Best part was watching Rock claim your pillow as soon as you laid it down. She was tuckered out and ready for a nice cozy sleep curled up next to you. What a good life.

[@readthetype]

The irony of simultaneously encouraging people to get out there and live their lives by rewarding for spending time on social media is pretty great.

[@billparrish4385]

Cool project! I love this type of construction. A tip for next time, make all notches downward facing. Upward facing notches catch the rain, like pouring into a bowl, promoting rot and shortening the life of the joint. Downward facing notches are like turning the bowl upside down, allowing the rain to shed and run off the curved surface.

[@jude7321]

Well that makes sense, I never would have thought of that. You might be a genius 😁 Thanks and God bless you.

[@billparrish4385]

@@jude7321 Nah, the geniuses were those early builders who figured it out. I just came across the technique by accident once while studying log cabin construction, but it made sense to me. Thanks for your kind words!

[@jude7321]

@@billparrish4385 Welcome ❣️🌿🐦

[@elkstereidolon3523]

Notches to what?

[@jackmathias7808]

In response to the notches comment he did halving joints 1 up 1 down can you elaborate on how you mean