Making a Dutch Door for My Off Grid Timber Frame Workshop Workshop | Start to Finish

[@roberttrifts2737]

Shawn, I won't claim to have watched every single one of your "My Self Reliance" videos, but it is certainly north of 85% of them. It might even be higher than that. That episode was, hands down, the best single episode you have done to date. It had everything. A brief explanation from you at the beginning about what you were going to do. You cut down the tree and got it out of the woods. Some safety tips, then off the log was being dragged. You cut it up into lumber with just the right amount of time spent on it. The bit with the termites/insects was perhaps the *only* part which could have used a little discussion with the audience again, but never mind. It looked a little more ominous and even added a little tension with you bringing the boards in and then looking at them more closely. You glued the boards together and got the door finished and installed! Then some great footage of the wilderness, blowing snow (the white out was great) and a montage featuring both a worm's eye view and drone's eye views of white tailed deer, the creek, water, Maximum CANADA™. Music was great and editing was very well done. This episode had it all. I have to strain to pick holes or suggest my expectations weren't met at any point. It was long but didn't feel long. It was the PERFECT length. You nailed this one and stuck the landing. Gold Star from the teacher; take a bow.

[@wertfreund2480]

Fully agree to! 🇨🇦🍁🧡🧡🧡

[@rebeccamercer4160]

Well explained! God ‘s blessings !

[@TeamBuffaloOutdoors]

Great video. I love the drone shot at the end!

[@Moonwiz]

And here I was formulating a like reply to this video. Then along comes this guy. Oh well. Couldn't have said it better! Thanks, Shawn!

[@IrreverenteII]

I missed some delicious receipt... but agree with the rest.

[@amylilleydesign]

Isn’t it something that a huge group of people from all over the world collectively look forward, can hardly wait, for you to build a door on the new workshop🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@DwEarncrypto]

Why damege threes ??

[@judithburke1539]

Thank you so much for sharing all of your hard work with us! Cali, sorry if I didn't spell her name right, is enjoying the snow. The part with the wind was amazing and the music fitted the speed of the wind perfectly! I almost had to get my jacket on! Take care.

[@gunners4129]

@@DwEarncrypto cuz all the fours were taken

[@carolyncurry9615]

@@gunners4129 😂

[@leeprism9564]

Gunner, hahahaha

[@jd2055]

One hour of pure heaven!!!..... no special effects, no cheap script, no lousy acting. Just a hard working man with a beautiful dog showing people how to respect and live with nature. What's not to love about this channel!!!!

[@luzamerica007]

Beautiful description🌸 “ONE HOUR OF PURE HEAVEN”. 🌸That’s true!. Love for all.

[@marypatchin56]

I just started watching this channel. You are amazing with the work that you have accomplished. Love and Peace to you and yours. Keep up the awesome work fulfilling your dreams.

[@lorchid23]

Had my 4th back surgery in late 2019 and then lost my job due to the Rona in early 2020 and now living off my savings. Watching your content has helped keep me sane and centered throughout the past year when my back & leg pain got to be too much. You don’t even know I exist but you’re helping me and a lot of people. Thank you so much for that 💯

[@Flowergurl2000]

❤️

[@tedbryer2512]

There are people out there that know you do exist so hang in there bud!! Take one day at a time and hope things work out. I am just getting over heart surgery and it is taking time. A lot of pain from broken and cracked ribs from surgery. They had an awful time going into my chest and now thanks to pain meds I can get around. Trust in the lord and keep watching. Ill respond if I see you on just to say hello. You ok with that?

[@darlind6463]

@@tedbryer2512 Wish you the very best.

[@darlind6463]

Wish you the very best.

[@tedbryer2512]

@@darlind6463 Thanks!!

[@NOBUDDYSTravels]

Because of you and this channel my wife and i purchased 10 acres in the mountains of Virginia. we move out of society in 36 days to our forever homestead. i am going to try and put the things ive learned from your channel to good use. i know my channel will never be as informative or as popular as yours but know you single handily changed my life for ever and i strive to live the kind of life you do. thank you sir for showing me a better way.

[@АлексейЗахаров-ч7ш]

Да, героическое освоение мест без людей и гениальный строитель. Ни дня без дела, мастер на все руки, отличная природа, дикие места, для настоящего охотника, рыболова, строителя и хорошего человека, дай бог ему здоровья и удачи, они ему помогут в нелёгком деле и его собаке. 👍🏻🔥👌✌🏼👍🏾👍🏽🏕️🤝

[@NOBUDDYSTravels]

@@АлексейЗахаров-ч7ш can you translate that to english please?

[@ravent3016]

Good luck on your homestead journey!

[@pilotf7]

@@NOBUDDYSTravels Yes, heroic development of places without people and an ingenious builder. Not a day without work, a jack of all trades, excellent nature, wild places, for a real hunter, fisherman, builder and a good person, God grant him health and good luck, they will help him in a difficult matter and his dog. Google translate (guessed Russian)

[@NOBUDDYSTravels]

@@pilotf7 thank you. Just couldnt copy and paste from the phone to translate.

[@gunners4129]

Had a terrible work day and spent it praying youd be uploading tonight. You'll never understand how much you help some people stay at ease. Thank god for you Shawn

[@blancherobinson629]

Gunner Schenck....I agree 100%👍🏽

[@johnmarquardt1991]

Do you go to church?

[@jimmurphy4703]

@@johnmarquardt1991 strange question

[@sandratweedale2579]

He’s my hero, a true inspiration

[@YHWH711]

Welcome

[@jeffe.9904]

Mr. James! I'm a 30+ year Law Enforcement Officer and am proud of my profession and stand tall with my fellow men & women who have dedicated themselves into making other peoples lives & communities safe! Due to the reckless and unconscionable actions of few, the remainder of us have been unfairly biased against and forever tarnished. Why do I tell you this? After a long 40 hour week of putting my life on the line for others (FYI, I wouldn't change a thing), everyday, your videos serve as my resuscitation and remind me that this world is still a Beautiful place. I hope and pray that more people get the opportunity to watch your videos, so they too can get as much pleasure out-of-them as we ALL do. You and the amazing Callie are truly inspirational and I wish you continued peace, joy, & happiness. Please, always be safe and God Bless You! Again, Thank You. 👍🏻 🙏🏻

[@dalenielsen7054]

Amen brother, keep fighting the good fight, thanks for your service. Shaun keep doing what you do so well!

[@regular-joe]

Sir, there are many if not most of our shared generation who genuinely respect those in your profession and are grateful for your dedication. What you do is critical and often underappreciated. Thank you.

[@sharonoconnor7769]

Thank you for your service. You have my prayers, I pray for our first responders and our military everyday. God bless and be safe!

[@deborl7278]

I had to find you again so I could say Merry Christmas and happy New Year. Not just to you but your family and work family..You made and amazing comment and. i wanted to let you know , that so many of us know that not all law enforcement are bad. We thankyou for you and fellow officers for your service. We know it would be impossible to have quality of life without you folks . My son was also in law enforcement , he left and went in too construction , in 2 years he had his own company. I gave him the heads up on Shawna video's way back when he was and officer . Always stressed and deaths of the young really ate at him. Then came disrespect towards him. Along with fellow officers . Sir! Keep up the relaxation. Shawn has no idea the good he has done with these videos. I hope peace , comfort , and blessings for you and yours. Please stay safe. Deborah in New Mexico age 70

[@hollisson1]

I think the last three years were just a run-up to this. Now two million people are watching you, and your videos have reached a new level of artistry. Great work.

[@tomt9543]

God has a plan for each of us before we’re even born. He also gives each of us a talent to do something unique. Some people never find, or attempt to find, that plan. Shawn has, knowingly or not, followed that plan, and felt obliged to use those talents to greatest advantage! He has touched millions through his work in the woods, and each one in a different, positive way! Thank God and Shawn, and forgive his former neighbor!

[@estrellabeale9036]

@@tomt9543 👍 wonderful comment. Amen to that.🙏❤️✌️

[@shirleygeorge6351]

@@tomt9543 Absolutely! He is a true child of God.

[@estervillados8867]

Absolutely true!!!

[@jporterfield]

@@tomt9543 Amen!

[@ashenverdict]

Perseverance landed on Mars, Shawn James built a Dutch door for his workshop and made an hour long video...life is good!

[@eclipsegaming6959]

Not so sure about the mars part 😂😂

[@chrisbailey7820]

What did u do

[@User-ql9nq]

I’ve been looking forward to this all week.

[@Kidneybean47]

You are a very talented and strong individual. Your documentary’s are clean language and in a natural setting. Thank You for sharing . God Bless You and keep you safe.

[@JasonAHeisey]

"A ship in harbor is safe, but that's not what ships are built for." - John A. Shedd

[@StevenEverett7]

Talk about a dog's life. Cali has to be one of the happiest dogs in existence! Great job as always Shawn. From cutting down the tree to the finished door. Thank you for this wonderful video. Cheers, Steve

[@ureghis]

Steve Everett wwwwaaaaaaaaawwwwwwxwo

[@jeffford4090]

Brother that was one for books , who ever was flying the drone .. bravo! Alot of beauty on every scale.

[@LeroyFurious]

He could single handedly save Texas.

[@hoihoi531]

Texas doesn't need saving, the rest of the country ....

[@hoihoi531]

@@earthangel8730 yeah, indeed. that is why I'm writing in all caps

[@Kathy_Is_Blessed]

I was wishing I had that little pot belly stove in my apartment when it went down to 1-degree F in north Texas. No heat, no water no lights. Lots and lots of old quilts and comforters. 🥶

[@jeffplant3]

Well said!

[@darondatoole7439]

😆 Yes he certainly could

[@pierrenothbaar4931]

You can see again and again with what simplicity and rationality he does his work in the forest to make a door. I have also seen with great satisfaction in his videos over the last few years that he has his best friend next to him, and is not alone. This harmony between the two is a wonderful thing. Good luck Pierre

[@blazec8756]

An hour of content while snowed in!? You're the man!

[@brooklynstacker]

No, milling for a fraction of cost!? GENIUS!!

[@anacrissk8]

your videos relax me

[@charleskuyon9752]

Greetings from Liberia, West Africa. That workshop may last more than three hundred years because of how solid you are building it. I truly anticipate that the new cabin Will be as solid. I remember you suggesting that you may have changed something on the cabin if you had a chance, this might be the chance to inspire us around the world. My congratulations and my greetings to your beloved wife. Thanks Shawn!

[@marylouise890]

SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU AND CALI ARE SAFE FROM THIS STRANGE HARD WEATHER! AND YOUR WIFE AND DAUGHTERS, I HOPE 🤞🏽 👍🥶👍

[@dereckcensner8439]

In Ontario this weather is normal, hope you get through it ok

[@marylouise890]

I was thinking about it being Worse where ShawnJames is at, because of how devastating it was for Us, here in the States. 🤷‍♀️

[@steveb6103]

@@dereckcensner8439 The same here in Minnesota. If you live in the north it gets cold!

[@ggamboa9873]

I have been a fan since I first saw your complete (first) cabin build in late 2018. Ever since then, I always make it a point to watch whatever you release in this channel. Your videos have helped me through some of my worst nights and bouts of depression and anxiety and I will always be thankful. Thank you for sharing parts of your life with us Shawn.

[@revun1x]

The last few mins. are the best in the episode, this untouched nature is just great.

[@ellemdee276]

Yes, with Cali as the icing on the cake. Such a good girl.

[@thomasnelson2463]

It's good to see that, even when you're busy, you can take a few seconds to make your dog's day!

[@Dayfitnl]

Im Dutch, i approve this video, groeten vanuit holland!

[@jamesnull5415]

Hello Holland! What a beautiful country! Greetings from south Florida!🇺🇸

[@leeprism9564]

Haha

[@ioeee7563]

Groetjes terug! 😁

[@mariondiemert430]

Once again, you transport us into a world, so few of us can experience. What a beautiful piece of land you have and how peaceful it is. Shawn, you are keeping me sane with your incredible photography and skills. Love the Dutch Door. As always, perfect. Thank you.

[@JorgeGonzalez-ei6ft]

Unfortunately we dont have Spruse here in Australia. First few months of my chippies apprentiship many many many moons ago, my boss showed me this smallish board he had kept wrapped in raggs. It was his little piece of treasure lolol. He placed it in the side vice, grabbed his 600mm plane and ran some shaveings off its edge and said smell this. 😅😅 Its was beautiful i must say. He proceeded to tell me about its qualities and what it was mainly used for. Predominantly in Canada and the States. Great memories. I would actually love to go to Canada and make a sic old school rocking chair from Spruse and bring it back for it to become my family airloom to leave behind. Just a short story of what your title reminded me of. Cheers.😉👌👍

[@karlam3993]

Hi Shawn just have to speak up and say, and I don't often usu. someone else has already said it much better than I could! I'm a 65 y/o grandma and I love watching your channel, every time I think I've watched them all I find one that I missed! I wish a lot of younger people would watch and be inspired to do what you are doing, I also think you would make a great mentor, you seem to be very kind, your def hard working and are able to articulate without being too technical so that even someone who has never done anything more than walk in the woods, be able to understand, if not how, what you are doing and then think oh! that's how its done. God Bless and just keep on doing you!

[@donnad634]

You are the most consistent, hard-working guy I know. It’s such a joy to watch you create!

[@jonnaborosky8836]

I love that you show the whole process...from standing tree in the forest to door on the cabin. Thank you, Shawn.

[@athollmcnicoll256]

Now did you see that folks, I had myself a snow bath and was a happy doggie and what happens I follow Dad into the tree line and he thumps a log and the snow and ice from above drops on me, right where I considered myself all clean and respectable - see this Dad of mine, no consideration for his four legged friend but I forgive him as I did manage to find one of my missing toys. So not a bad few days all things considered and now he has built a proper door, so wildlife cannot visit and stay out of the bad weather, as I'm sure I smelt Squirrel on the wind. Well that is it for this video so remember give Dad a big thumbs up and consider subscribing if you have not already, as I hear him say its all about the algorithm's whatever they are - I'm just a dog as you well know - so Woof Woof ....

[@Apolliner1]

👍👍👍

[@luvi122]

And just like that.... yesterday it was a dead tree... today a Dutch door. So inspiring! Thanks for the extra treat at the end.... God's creation is magnificent.

[@robertbird3086]

I am a Caribbean Lady and I must say I am enjoying all your videos, especially in this cold snowy weather here in Texas... Just watching helps me survive ... Smile. But i must admit cant wait for warm weather as itching for my first garden here in Texas. Hubby is out in yard among the ice /snow and communing with birds either eating hawthorn berries or trying to get warm in the sun that came out today .. I am trying to warm up as been out taking photos of the birds . Ninette Bird- The Caribbean Wife

[@kerra3699]

Your exceptional recording of nature, the way you show your patch of Canada, tells me more about your love for your environment, your home, than any words you could ever utter. I may be an Aussie but I am loving Canada too thanks to you and your channel.

[@m.a.5689]

The man can turn a rotting tree into a simply beautiful door, and then take you for a stunning visual ride. I am once again amazed.

[@warrenh3515]

Wow, I didn't realize these videos come in 2160p. On my 5k Retina Mac the detail in the nature scenes are incredible. I can see individual pine needles on a tree that is 50ft away. The music, the cinematography is awesome! It puts me in a deep state of calm. So therapeutic. Shawn, you should definitely get an award for your great videos.

[@adelineparinduri]

An hour! Woohoo! Magnificent Shawn!

[@kfckillie1]

All I see is unbelievable back breaking work, yet it's so relaxing...

[@donnabaardsen5372]

Breathtaking nature scenes. And oh, how I absolutely love the sound of crunching snow, and the crisp, cracking, snapping, as trees fall! Add Cali, and Shawn/his amazing knowledge and skills to that, and it's a better than very good day!🥰🙀

[@xhoyeemiller3980]

Mr. James , your video keep me company when I go with my father during dialysis. You keep me at peace with all of your content. Thank your hardwork. God bless you all

[@hobinrood1344]

When I saw, that I have 59 wonderful minutes ahead of me, the first thing that came into my mind was Chef John's ... "And as alwaaaays, enjoooooy!" Thank you so much for sharing. Love and best wishes from Iran.

[@littlebigjohn1958]

Cutting the door in half by hand saw at 45 degree's now that is a skill 👍

[@gabba5423]

I just love watching Cali such a pretty dog. The scenery is beautiful 😍

[@dkimphoto]

Your nature footage at the end is National Geographic-worthy my friend.

[@smudolinithegreatdragobear2433]

Mhhhhh! Glove on a stick. Now that is a tasty meal if I ever seen one.

[@maryblaylock6545]

Chewy yet filling! Make mine medium rare!

[@heatherclayton-callaghan4270]

@My Self Reliance very impressed with that slanted cut for where the 2 doors meet. I've never seen that before , but I could immediately see all the benefits the minute I saw what you were doing 👏👏👏👏👏Another brilliant hr of sharing one man's incredible life choices to fulfil his dreams and yet maintain his marriage and his family !!!! KUDOS to you Shawn, Mrs J, 2 daughters and oh course the most famous wilderness dog .... Cali 😂👏👏

[@davidcopperfield-notthemag397]

I thought of that slanted cut too. Keep the air from going through better than a flat cut, egh!

[@NoName-tt5lb]

The video quality is top notch, i enjoy watching it

[@markrtoffeeman]

I never knew the simple joy from seeing you making a new door Shawn 🏕🇨🇦 Brilliant.

[@Deemjuhh12]

I 100% approve this door as a Dutch - great work Shawn!!! Much love from Holland 🇳🇱

[@marylouise890]

YES! That music into is so wonderful to hear! 👍💗👍

[@relocatetoEUROPE]

Nothing more satisfying than laying in a toasty bed in winter watching Cali play in the snow..

[@dinkcastell4878]

So beautifully put together Shawn. Every second is something not to be missed .I just love your channel .thank you ,thank you, thank you .

[@marypapak5759]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen what Cali eats every day?? Boundless energy, such a healthy, beautiful dog!

[@isabelasensioandres]

I always ask me the same.. What does she eat? I would like to offer it to my dog as well 🐶🌾🍁🍂🌼

[@smokieintexas7634]

Perfect watch to end the week here Texas. We even reached subzero a couple nights. I used some things I learned watching you to build fires for us. That and our three pups probably saved everything for my wife and I. Power was out for 60 hours but we ate hot meals and had coffee on most of the time. Thanks.

[@Rayceemon]

Now that's empowering. Way to put it into practice. Well done Smokie.

[@maryblaylock6545]

Glad you had a fire and hot drink and food to warm you up. As a northerner I advise wearing layers and not too tight. Dry socks are very important as once your feet get cold the rest of you very quickly gets cold too. Having a change of gloves is great as you can dry one pair while wearing the other pair. Having several gallons of water on hand so that you can have drinking water and flush toilets is helpful also. I hope that your Spring is lush and green and that your Summer and Fall are drought free. You deserve it.

[@Mulberrysmile]

I had a fireplace at a home in the past, and now have two and a wood burning stove. I always have preferred a charcoal/wood grill to a gas one. And with all that, I can’t start a fire! I try everything...paper, leaves, twigs, cardboard...it is flat out amazing to me to watch Shawn get a fire going from just a magnesium spark, lol. I now use the fire starters that have wax infused with something that stinks like a chemical, so congratulations for your fire starting successes!

[@trishlabonte5492]

I watch all your shows. Thank you for airing this You have been number once since the beginning. It's all great.

[@risbo12]

Can't wait to see a new video!! Grettings from Europe-Croatia Shawn!!👍👍❄❄❄❄

[@johnsloan4987]

Boris Majetić Croatia is my favorite place I have visited in all of the world. I have traveled a lot, the people of Croatia are the friendliest and wanting to interact with outsiders, I have found. My first night in Split I ran across an old Russian bar. They spoke no English and I spoke no Russian but we managed to become friends and I returned every night on my way back to my hotel. I now hear it’s becoming too touristy but can understand why, beautiful country and people.

[@najibroashan5526]

That was an amazing job. The door with two parts is fantastic. I enjoyed this video more than a movie, because every thing are reality. Thanks Shawn!

[@miccomley2615]

Shawn, I have even more respect for you and what you are accomplishing after what we just went through here in Texas. Thank You for sharing your journey!

[@fidankoku3179]

👍👍👍👍

[@maryblaylock6545]

May you have a glorious Spring and a drought free Summer and Fall. You have earned it.

[@Rayceemon]

Stay warm Texas. It's going to be alright.

[@williamneufer1098]

I think this is a much better location for your new cabin. Very beautiful scenery and the stream is out of this world. Having a goofy neighbor is just what you needed to get a much better location.

[@robinbenge1067]

Love how cali twitches her nose is so cute

[@martamccool2740]

With all the problematic we are living in the world, watch your video is refreshing and inspirational. Thank you

[@markrtoffeeman]

That intro music Shawn!!! I've been waiting ALL DAY UK time. 😆 Cabin life!

[@130crowd]

When I wake to 6” left from a snowstorm, my first thought is shoveling, icy roads, delays. Your video reminds me of the beauty and quiet of snow, birds, deer. You + Cali on a new path.

[@antond2154]

Shawn , I’ve been checking all week for your vedeo, it’s finally here , thank you so much!! I know how cold it’s been up by your way and I’m sure this is the reason why we haven’t heard from you. Thank you Shawn and Cali , stay warm 😃

[@TheArtisticGardener777]

Love that nose cone for pulling the logs. Never seen that before. It must make a huge difference!

[@verabrown2263]

You could build you a wood box in your spring. They use to keep milk, butter, meat cool that way. Cold spring water acted like a cold refrigetator.

[@robertspies4695]

bears

[@jagsgranster3819]

Beers too

[@tommypettersson5433]

I grew up this way on a small farm in the 1960s and 70s. It was always forest work in the winter to get wood for the stove and fireplace then also to cut planks from the trees in the sawmill. We always dried the planks over the summer and first chopped the wood and let it dry. It was a lot of work. I later educated myself and became a forest worker for some years. At that time we also had a lot of snow in the winters. We just cut branches with the chainsaw very close to the tree so there was no part sticking out. Because if you have small parts of the branches left they function as an anchor when you try to move the log and it makes it much more difficult. It is also less damage to the wood with a chainsaw than with an axe and that is good if you are going to make planks. But that is what we did. You should also use more protection, especially for the ears. I enjoy watching your videos and remember the struggle it was to live like that even if I am in Northern Europe,

[@gaiaocracy]

What you do and how you do it are most inspirational! Also, standing dead trees hosts more life than a living tree.

[@lewisquick8394]

Another remarkable job building that door. One day it is a tree standing in the forest, a day or so later and it is your workshop door.

[@diamondback2085]

I'm just imagining the smell of those fresh cut pine boards! Oh my god I'd be in heaven!

[@markstephens1320]

Natural scenes equal of anything on National Geographic TV. No wonder that footage and the narratives of you and Cali are an emotional godsend to people in need. Keep up the great work.

[@0623kaboom]

LOVE that Banjo so much it puts one in the perfect watching mood right away ... love it best when it's the long version too ... add a night star shot and I'm in heaven ;)

[@0623kaboom]

that looks to be a better drag line cone ... much firmer ... should allow the logs to ride up easier now for sure ... . if it ever breks and you happen to have a skidoo engine cover that should work too ... nice slope firm fiberglass ... some hinges to attach to ... etc be a decent make shift cone

[@tomt9543]

I second the long version comment!

[@robmac6696]

The scenery is beautiful, the windblown snow is penetrating, the powerful water is intimidating yet calming, almost spiritual. And the drone work adds a whole new dimension to this experience. I love watching Shawn work to complete his dreams yet.... I sometimes find myself watching Cali in the background and coaching her to where her ball is hidden in the snow. Thank you Shawn for this weekly dose of natural beauty that fuels me until the next video. God Bless you and your family.!!!

[@dorothyculbertson5640]

What a wonderful way to start the weekend off. Thanks so much. Just wish I could help you with your work, everytime I watch you work I feel like I should get up and help. And honestly, it would be a pleasure. You guys take care, stay warm and God Bless 👍❤️

[@bertdinienroute7226]

As being Dutch, I never knew that was called a Dutch door ! And love the bird pictures 💞

[@binflynn1]

That famous guitar strum at the start letting us know it’s time 😀👍

[@tomt9543]

And he let it play LONG! I love this channel, and I also love that tune! There’s a conundrum though! I like to throw my head back and listen to the song, but then I miss the first part of the vid! Oh well, have to watch it twice!

[@virginiagoodale9069]

Wow. Door, scenery, landscape, Cali, drone shots. Great job Shawn.

[@veemount3803]

Having just got rid of our snow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 I can’t believe how much I’m enjoying you in yours ❄️🌨👍

[@lylahboling6383]

The way you work reminds me of the way my beloved stepdad would work. Steady and with purpose and quality of outcome. Thank you for your program. It's made my heart light with wonderful memories of our farm when we were first there

[@maggiesue4825]

At last, the door! I kept thinking, "Now he can get warm!"

[@isabelasensioandres]

*And Cali too* 👏🏼👏🏼 I can't wait to see his and her new meal there!

[@Mooshkie50able]

I have never seen someone work as hard as you do but it is all worth it in the end.

[@ilovenitnat]

One minute a tree, next minute a door.

[@TheTruthlady]

I have watched every one of your videos. Right now with all the chaos going on in my life, two things bring me solace when I'm down. Daily prayers. And your videos.

[@butwereallsombdyspecial]

Wow- 😍 my ENTIRE body is sore watching him move these trees around like its nothing. All his videos are so beautiful I can let em play over and over-

[@MichaelJosephJr934]

I know!! I shoveled the snow for 5 minutes and got a huge blister on my hand. How does he do it?

[@kittybaxter2228]

Fabby in every respect. It fascinates me that KZbin home made films are so much more engaging than mega budget films. Must be something to do with the filmmaker’s commitment to a chosen path through life. Beautiful.

[@GDEWAR]

Great looking door. Love that we were brought along from the harvesting of the wood to the finished product. Great video.

[@scotts3229]

Every time Shawn makes something (like this Dutch door) and puts it in its place, does anybody else say in their head "like a glove"?

[@annrhodes3544]

Shawn barbecues his gloves!

[@andrewgraham9645]

You call it a Dutch door we call it a Barn door.. Here in South Africa.. Beautiful video of that great country.. Shalom..

[@rogerhamilton8031]

Cali is such a beautiful dog.

[@renerebe]

Friday night relaxing. Take care!

[@j.b.9581]

Cali is such a willing 'helper.' She always has enthusiasm, serenity, and boundless energy (maybe bounding energy?)

[@davewallace.8303]

Okay Shawn, NOW I’m impresses! The craftsmanship, ingenuity and sheer GRIT that it took to craft that door from a tree that you feld is beyond reproach. You had me a bit befuddled when you cut it in half, at an angle WITH a handsaw no less, til I realized the Dutch door concept. VERY nice touch! I am curious tho, how long did it actually take you to rip it to the proper dimensions by hand? I truly commend you for not using ANY power tools to make the door, not sure many could make a straight cut consistently, but with the practice you’ve had I guess it’s second nature by now to you. Also, doubling the pipe clamps to make a longer one was a trick I’d NEVER seen another woodworker use but one I’ll never forget and use in the future. I’ve been a hobby woodworker for 30 years, and I’ve learned a TON watching how your using the tools of our ancestors property. I resort old tools as well and use them often as well. Keep it up and I’ll keep watching!!!

[@chrisc6798]

What this guy does with a dead tree and one pair of 50 year old hands is a wonder to behold. What he does with a stationary video camera in the wilderness is another. It's all good. Really good.

[@themanonthestreet]

That was a really cool way to use two pipe clamps to span the door!

[@devonseamoor]

Cali is testing if the tree falls by itself. And then it goes... what a giant, falling! That deep snowwhite blue snow, amazing. And these elegant small birds, meeting on the top of a branch... beautiful. Little jewels in nature. That was pretty hard work with that log, sinking to your knees in the snow. Gosh, there's always wood for a fire, isn't it? And oh a door in 2 halves, so that you can hang over the lower part, chatting with the neighbours that don't pass by. Is that what you call a Dutch door? I had no idea, and I"m Dutch 😄

[@rickf.9253]

Great job on the door and the video! I got a kick out of Cali helping you with the tree! What an awesome life she has! Thanks for the update. As always you made Friday special.

[@marlenekutcher938]

I think most of my photos in winter in the bush have sold the best in local shops. Something about the quiet peacefulness even at freezing temperatures. No bugs no Bears just a restful vista. Thanks again!

[@almathees3839]

Beautiful Setting! You’re hardest working man in the Canadian Woods!🌲🌲🌲

[@kathyl5610]

So today I started my day with absolute beauty, peace and tranquility with Mother Nature in her finest winter glory. Glorious scenery, an extremely hard-working man and a relentless pup. Thank you so much for the beautiful drone scenes and all of the hard work that goes into making these videos. I am grateful to you and your wife for the time it takes to make these videos absolutely breathtaking!

[@theresalero7039]

The absolute best hour of my week. Magnificent footage, thank you.

[@ericstoever9577]

...and that has made all the difference.

[@philmorrison6898]

Just what the doctor ordered! Thank You my friend!

[@aRufus100]

Why is a dutch door project video so beautifully captivating when it pales in magnitude compared to the genius involved in the big picture of planning the construction of the cabin step by step, measuring and cutting so spot on, architectural planning, cinema photography, editing, cooking, gardening, knowledge of the woods and nature. Plus being articulate in conveying philosophical thought. I believe a dog's temperament and demeanor are a reflection of its master's. Thank you for all that you give us.