Late Winter Offgrid Fun

It has been a long cold winter up at my off the grid homestead, but in this video we are passing the time with some exciting projects up at camp. I bought some exciting new things that I was eager to test and try. I am looking forward for the winter to be over so we can get into some serious projects and I have been spending a lot of time figuring out exactly what that will be!
Welcome to Traplines and Inlines, this channel focuses on my dog and I on our remote Off the Grid Homestead in Northern Canada. I make videos on off grid homesteading and building, trapping, chickens, mechanical projects, and hunting and fishing.
I went offgrid and started building my cabin over two years ago, while I was still in highschool. Since then I have built many things at the homestead and have had the priviledge of learning many things along the way.
The homestead is designed to be relatively low maintenance and with extremely minimal expenses. All of my electricity comes from solar power, heat from woodstoves, and I haul all my water so I dont have any monthly costs associated with my homestead.
I love the lifestyle, especially because it gives me the absolute freedom to do whatever I please. I plan on continuing to tackle awesome projects and work at building and fixing many more things, and I cant wait to share them with you on the channel.
Thanks for watching!
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[@C-24-Brandan]

A bad day in the bush is still better than a day in the city! Should do some hunting videos! You guys have monster whitetails, black bear ect up there would be cool/new content for the channel!

[@davidb8872]

I was thinking the same thing !

[@SuperCinemaCraft]

Please do some hunting videos!

[@clintnicholson1607]

Yup I agree.

[@kevinmcmullen87]

Add my vote for the hunting footage too.

[@johnjaco5544]

This isn't hunting season right now

[@paddycaseygsxr]

Watching from the uk 🇬🇧

[@offthecuffadventureswithjamie]

Stick around for a bit in the shop after you weld. Most fires occur some time later. Don’t burn down your shop buddy. You got the expressions lol. Priceless! 😊💪🏻

[@joelhunt4204]

I have a small welder and I was blowing breakers, so I started using a thicker construction extension cord. I think it is 12 gauge? Way thicker then a normal cord. But after using that cord I didn't blow breakers much anymore. Hope that helps.

[@MmmTacos]

You with your flashlight on and cup of bush coffee talking about how excited you are about new goggles. Gold mate. Don’t ever change. Im here for it.

[@adventuresfromtheq1327]

Have you thought about using old downhill skis as runners on the sled. You can find them free, have curved front tips to help cut through the snow and the metal edges will hold up for along time. As always another great video. Keep safe.

[@joannadavis1881]

Thought I might add that the clip of you driving past your chicken coop on "Take two" lol, the coop with the snow and trees around it looks beautiful in the winter. Picture perfect.

[@TheJust22az]

I was always a rather skinny dude like yourself and the winters in Minnesota were brutal. I hate the cold yet you take it all in stride and actually seem to enjoy it. Respect.

[@mossbergthebulldog6921]

Hahaha your attitude is always hella Canadian 🇨🇦 🤙 I lived in the great white north for half my life. Gotta keep your eyes open for them Ditch donkeys

[@roryengland9131]

Look forward to one day seeing you build that log cabin

[@ebony5766]

Can you imagine those girley-man college nitwits working as hard as you do??? All they would is cry! You are one tuff dude!

[@oldgeeser]

The proper way to set your tension on the welding wire is to back it off all the way until it won't feed, then slowly tighten it up until it starts feeding properly then hold your gun in front of a block of wood or 2x4 squeeze the trigger and if the wire slips when it hits the wood but flows out when not in front of the wood your set.

[@tennwalt]

i That's so cool, I'm building myself a log cabin to live in, I'm 67 and lost my right arm when I was 34 yr old in the coal mines and then contracted terminal neck cancer about 15 yr ago and ended up losing my voice to a botched 12 hr surgery. Since I was going crazy sitting on my ass I bought a Norwood Frontier 027 bandsaw mill last Nov. for $4000 and been cutting 5"x12"x12' logs for the past couple weeks and have about half of them cut (25) plus a lot of 2" and 1" boards for my build. I currently live in a 5th wheel and let me tell ya, this winter has been a cold one waking up to 45-55 degree temps inside so what the hell, building myself a 12'x24' dovetail log home that I can live in and die in with some dignity. Love your channel but hate KZbin and everything they do to people because of politics but I digress. Stay safe but most of all be happy brother.

[@shapeshifter7753]

Stay free friend!

[@rickerb7196]

You appear to have what we call in northern Michigan "cabin fever" !! Late February I get it every winter so I totally understand what you're feeling! As always, your videos are the best!!

[@tedcottenden22]

It’s enjoyable watching you do your maintenance around Camp. Can’t wait to see you build/fix stuff with your new welder. Thanks!! - from Northern Nova Scotia - Safe Journeys, my Friend.

[@frpaddy]

You are an absolutely amazing guy and your videos are a joy 🙂🌟

[@alanfernandez1191]

what a great friend

[@lamborghiniperlini1710]

Logging horses with Jim is a great channel if you are interested in building log cabins and learning how to mill timber yourself! The horses are cool too

[@comicsgatekeeper9746]

Your turns of phrase are delightful.god bless

[@ronniethompson3498]

Hey man thanks for the video.

[@KeepItReal33]

With all the crap going on in the world lately, it’s a pleasure to watch your video. Thanks for the upload.

[@robertgeorge6249]

Great to see another video from you , a welder is definitely a nice tool to have , be careful of those little balls of molten red metal rolling off the area you are welding , they tend to have a life of their own rolling on the floor everywhere. Sure hate to hear you burnt down ya skinning/work shop . It’s good to see you stocking up on things as you can afford to. Stay safe & keep doing you , I think I can speak for all your viewers when I say we love your slang & attitude , worst case Ontario 👍👍 , best regards from Newfoundland !!! Cheers , Your friend Perry !!

[@jasonrauhuff6713]

Man I would love to see you build a cabin!!!! So glad you might be considering it. I love your build videos. I still go back and watch the little camp build. If you haven't seen them already I would like to recommend watching Kyle's cabin. He has a great little build and little cabin work shop. Also Shawn James. He has a couple cabin build. His main build channel is my self reliance. Nic rechavic is building a beautiful cabin as well. Shawn James has a great way of hoisting large logs by himself. Have a great day in the Bush. Looking forward to the next one.

[@freddiecarganilla9477]

You are a good dude

[@dorothywebb5110]

YOUR PROGRAM IS OUTSTANDING, GOOD TO HAVE A PERSON WITH A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR.WHO CAN READ..GET MY DRIFT DO YA'?? LOL...LATER !!!

[@nadz109]

Not a bad day in the bush

[@juststeve7665]

If your generator has a 220v socket and the welder will work on 220, wire the welder plug for 220 and you'll get twice the juice from the generator and then you can max the welder. If the gen has a 220 socket and tou're using 110 you're only getting half of the power the gen can deliver. I also put on a larger gauge and longer AC cord on the welder to get more reach from the current bush. Even my little Lincoln does not work well on 110. Even the cheap MIG and plasma cutter works great on 220 with bigger power cords. I bought the biggerbulk off the roll power cable at Home Depot as well as the grommets to get it into the cabinet and the plug. You can also make a heavy duty extension cord with the same cable. A fat extension cord helps especially if you can't run 220

[@kevinenger8623]

Should have a little ham with your syrup buds😄😄😄! I just love your vids. You are probably the hardest working young buck, I’ve ever seen. Definitely my favorite you tube subscribed channel for sure! I do envy the cabin life you live. And some of your quotes have me in stitches!!! Keep ‘em comin buds!

[@JJKHaywood]

Wild times youngster!

[@estellaknox9285]

Keep warm and safe GOD BLESS 🙌 🙏

[@dawnkangas2968]

Awesome as always love watching your videos

[@billnason7098]

When I would do to live in the bush I've been following your channel for a year now watching from Old Orchard Beach Maine keep the videos coming Kyle thanks for sharing this one with me very interesting

[@smoochmcguire5291]

Great video thanks again

[@1stontario]

build a few make shift solar can heater. one for each building. all you need is a box. on the outside. hole at the top and bottom into your building and fill with black aluminum. i would even add a layer of clay bricks behind it. use an old patio window as the glass.

[@Empty7775]

Lincoln or Miller have a welding app for your phone. It has handy things like you can input the thickness of your metal, what kind of wire you’re using and it’ll calculate the speed and voltage settings you should set to properly weld your material.

[@sarahbourgoin3892]

Glad your doing as good as possible 💗💙💜💙💗

[@tyeseboone4962]

I love this video! Watching your videos got me inspired and thinking about building a camp of my own. Thanks so much for sharing your journey.

[@quarteracreadventures855]

Thank you for sharing your unique and beautiful life with us!

[@marypedregon6259]

Always glad your back.

[@michaelpritchard5330]

Good to see you are better stay safe out there till the next video

[@melodyhopponen7504]

You are doing a great job of EVERYTHING

[@John-qh7nm]

I love all of your content. You are awesome. Thank you for sharing everything you do. Can’t wait to see your new home build !!

[@maryyudes4884]

Awesome videos, good luck when building log cabin in future!😊

[@jagski65]

another great video keep them coming always great videos my neighbor to the north

[@Mattz9]

I love your content.

[@rogerbaker4185]

looks like pretty good weld to me well done

[@offthecuffadventureswithjamie]

Cool video bro. Be safe on your journeys!

[@bryanfox2735]

Always feed your brain brother!!!! Fjb 🇺🇸💪

[@arreslee8740]

So nice to watch a new video from inlines & traplines after a long day. Still following you mate, still enjoying your content. Cheers from the Netherlands.

[@realrobwebb]

Try using a corrugated piece of tin roofing for the bottom of your sleigh. It is cheap and bendable and easily replaced. 😎👍

[@bryanfox2735]

Now your getting it. A constant hot blast 🇺🇸💪

[@bobogantis4469]

I really love your videos, I like how your dog doesn't bark or get excited, shows your a good owner.

[@southernappalachianrecon]

Yeah, I’m ready for warmer weather to get out more, love your videos dude, keep ‘em comin big dog 💯👍

[@brianterrel388]

I know you don't talk politics,too often, but thank you Canadian Truckers for starting a fire for all of us

[@DaltonScharberg]

Looks like a BLAST!

[@db.mc2]

Hi Kyle 👋 hope you're doing well, thank you for the update, stay safe and take care my friend 🙏👍

[@adamwiech4874]

Looking like Patrick Roy my friend in that mask ,you could be a goalie for the Canadians.

[@MarkJLarsonOutdoors]

Lots going on buddy! I think that welder will come in handy! Good luck with everything my friend!

[@MrInkologist]

I'm anxious to see the location and the building, from start to finish, of your Log Cabin! You surely have enough literature and different styles. Keep up the good work, building your future, young man!

[@chadcampbell9279]

Watching from Manitoba

[@racebanning6390]

LOTS OF DEADLY GOOD CONTENT HERE CHIEF!! YUR KILLIN IT!

[@scottsmith4710]

Another awesome video buddy. I hope you make out great with the fur!

[@bryanfox2735]

God bless you youngster!!! Reminds me of when I was a kid. These damn kids these days dont know shot about life these day ay!!! Oh and fjb 🇺🇸💪

[@joannadavis1881]

Looking good. Happy you are buying tools and stocking up on things you need. Going to love watching you build your cabin. Can't wait. See you soon sweetheart.

[@cWatts-zv3oo]

Damn I love this channel.

[@johnnycashh7148]

Good stuff...nice lil flux welder...that's gonna come in handy!! 🇺🇸🍻

[@eddiehuff7366]

Sending peace and love your way sir. Hey, I sometimes put syrup on my fried ham too!!!

[@ericnelson5171]

I love the purple shirt. I had a farm in the Dawson Creek area. In the Gulf islands now. Stay safe.

[@broncohuntly_7269]

that's the Life Trapping

[@broncohuntly_7269]

looks like alot fun,wish I was out there be safe bro

[@j.j.clingman4083]

Hey just so you no if you tighten up the nobbes on the side of your helmet it won’t fall down as easy when you put it up!! But just be careful not to over tighten where you strip the nobbes out!! For your wire speed as you are welding just start to make it feed faster until the wire starts to push against your work and then just turn the speed down just a little and you should be good!! I used to use a flux core welder when I was much younger and didn’t have much money but now I definitely run a 220 welder 400Amp gas welder and absolutely love the performance of it much better!! But with not having a bigger generator it definitely can be hard to run a 220 welder instead of a 110!! Good luck buddy and hopefully those couple tips might help you out!! I definitely made lots of different little things for me to sell to others!!

[@pauletteclough1002]

Good to see you again you're so funny i enjoy your video!!🤩

[@terrymccorkle1674]

Any day out on your own is the best

[@krenee2266]

It's AWESOME to see you put up a new video & I Hate to complain about the frequency BUT, we miss ya Soo hook us up more often please 🙏 Other than that, One very IMPORTANT REQUEST, For the Love of Gawd, will you put a Fire Extinguisher in your work shop please? The whole time you were on that dayumn welder I was like Holy Shyt what's he gonna do if something catches fire with all that flammable shyt in there? So, put us out of our misery we already worry about you enough not hearing from ya weeks at a time. Lol.. Smoochies & L❤VE from Kentucky!

[@NitaKerns]

Nice to see you! Always love seeing whats going on at the camp! Please give Cougar some ear scratches and belly rubs for me, cause I miss seeing his goofy face!

[@paulpjy4996]

Thanks for sharing a great video. You sure do move on snowmobile good for you. Please be careful.

[@russellwatters5891]

Always things to do in the bush, it's more of a grind there, but what in life isn't. You're doing great there young man, keep at it.

[@larryfleming2584]

Nice work man

[@unchained20000000]

Aw yea boyz, the flux welder is what's needed in the bush. All ya need now is to build a pole barn garage from all the poplar in the bush, I'll tell you that one for free.

[@oneshotme]

Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up as a support

[@optimoprimo132]

Love the video! Can i ever relate! A bolt on my snowplow for the quad ripped right out of metal. I was tired of borrowing a welder so i bit the bullet and bought a flux core last week. As you were pulling all the acessories out from Canadian tire.. I bought all the same stuff minus the gloves. Almost the same auto-darkening helmet. Im pretty happy with the purchase even though i felt guilty for spending at first. But its so useful.

[@charlesquick3091]

Great video.... The welder will come in very handy for you.... Just watch what you are doing in the shop... Those sparks can fly a lot further than one would think... Paper, cardboard, furs, gas cans, rags, etc .. are like a magnet for welding sparks... Have fun, be safe. Oh.... one more thing.... Stay the hell away from the two dollar hookers... Actually staying away from all of them would be best... Lol

[@ReadyOrNot556]

Glad your doing well bud. Thank for dropping a video 👍 Don't worry once you get use to the fact you have the welder is when it will pay for itself. Plenty of work for that little bugger.🙂 stay safe brother

[@Edr_and_chp_ly]

Keep on bushin it.

[@bobfellows6000]

Glad to see your ok in the bush this winter. Now with the new metal tools and welder, should make some rebar skags for the sled. Should last alot longer on gravel and cheap fix. Great channel. Bob in Pennsylvania

[@dirtyroofer3678]

I got the same one 2 years I ran over 100 rolls of wire through it , it welds great I use a 3500 watt generator some times, it's definitely my go to welder I keep it in the back seat , definitely worth it. I keep mine for 1/8 , around 3 both dials

[@nadz109]

Movie so nice Watched it twice

[@banann64]

How’s she goin eah .feeling better I hope sweetheart? . So good to see you you sound wonderful thank you for the wonderful video!!. You’re Michigan fan

[@sheilam4964]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@davidconley3610]

Pretty shitty day until this video dropped! All is good in the world. Take 2 😆😆😆

[@OldJeepGarage]

Thanks for the update!! I really like the book by B. Allan Mackie "The Owner Built Log House". A great resource!

[@TheTed169]

Time to start cutting some logs for your future builds. Cheers from da ROCK!

[@derekbedford9833]

Best channel on the tube.

[@danhorne3582]

Loved the video .Teflon strips for under the sled . Use a the proper size countersink for the bottom screws but use pan head stainless steel screws . So they are inside the countersink holes .Buy good quality stainless Type 316 .Friendly advise . Dan from Halifax out .

[@MountainMassOutDoors]

Watching from ny Adks

[@darrellpatenaude3825]

Just wanted to comment on the skimmer. We used skimmer for a long time to haul gas and food what not in the mountains, long distances. Some times there is gravel depending on the time of year etc. Its not cheap, but using 3 teflon uhmw (same white plastic they use on the underbelly of jet boats) plastic runners works well slides awesome and lasts a very very long time. It will make your skimmer last a lot longer, and you can haul more weight(make sure your hitch is up to the challenge)

[@darrellpatenaude3825]

Or in your case 4 teflon strips. as your skimmer is wider then ours. counter sunk bolts etc.

[@gonzalezpandura]

I have missed seeing your videos

[@daganhaddad]

"letcha know if I put one of these thru my forehead"...had me ckokin on my smoke lol

[@bransencortez7353]

buddy bought that welder, its a great entry level welder. never had a problem with it

[@cannawerks6292]

Hey @TraplinesandInlines That driven clutch looks a bit loose, Turn the spring up a hole or two in that secondary. Also make sure it floats side to side so that it follows the primary/drive clutch. This will help with the belts blowing . . .