Martin's Old Off Grid Log Cabin

Some explanation about the spring bear incident plus a few old photos with background.

[@gregeliason2536]

Sir,again, your videos soothe my soul. Thank You.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

My pleasure

[@pamelaarescurrinaga8201]

The photos of the swan couple are gorgeous ! I'm looking forward to the guest cabin build.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It may take while to get the build done as I would rather watch the swans.

[@chamilton9182]

Another beautiful video Martin. The swans (??Geese??) with the sun coming through its wing feathers..... amazing. Your photography and videography are truly remarkable and so peaceful to the soul to watch. There is no explanation needed for me on the bear "dispatch". You did what you felt was right, and that's good enough for me. Thanks so much for sharing all of this with us. God Bless you and yours.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Many thanks

[@tedberg1635]

thanks for a worthwhile video. I am very fond of your way of life.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You are so welcome!

[@retiredyeti5555]

Thanks for helping to keep me sane in this maddening time period. Wife and I wish the best autumn for you and Vonnie.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Our pleasure!

[@retiredyeti5555]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 I see that you are home again!

[@jedidiah5131]

Loved the painting at the end, captures the places true spirit, even the boot!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

He did a great job.

[@edg5218]

TY for the encore video Martin. Can't wait for the fall videos !

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Coming soon!

[@kevintulak9987]

It is nice to have an encore. Nice painting to hang in your house to help keep the cabin close. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It sure is, a viewer sent that to me.

[@michaelstanley4698]

Great pictures... especially the one 'reading the Word of life'. Safety first, as you know. Enjoy these videos!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you like them!

[@joelaut12]

Your sincerity in not wanting to take down the best is apparent. You did what was necessary.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for understanding, hope it never happens again.

[@pamil1923]

Nice painting at the end there Martin!👍🏼☮️

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks 👍

[@donnavaughn5393]

Thank you my friend Martin & vonnie have a great weekend

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you too

[@backcountrypipe]

Enjoyed it Martin. Good luck this upcoming hunting season. Regards Mark

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I am back in IL and ready to put up the stands.

[@tommmarree3689]

my activites come to a halt when a new videp comes up, but only with a fresh cup of coffee. Martin videos are simply the best....

[@harrygoodwin8998]

Yupp..mine to LOL

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Wow, thanks!

[@JB-dz1zc]

Martin, Sharon Kay commented on the painting that you posted. I liked her comment and left one for her AND you to read! It fills me with joy with all you do, just being yourself!!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I will check it out

[@steppib.4598]

When you started this channel 11 years ago, the cabin was not as old, as it now is! 😄😄😅 👍 stay healthy, strong and happy 🍀😉

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You are so kind!

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Loved The Encore Footage & Stills, Thanks Martin, Sure Miss Them Grey Jays ! Be Well, Friend ! ATB T God Bless

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoyed it. The Jays were back but I think only one of the pair as I had to tame another one over a few days. Just got back with lots to edit for a fall series.

[@46tatty]

Another great video..

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@59chevt]

As always time well spent with an Adventure by Martin....................

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for the note.

[@Unwrapasmile]

Enjoy watching your shenanigans

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That is an apt description of what goes on here.

[@leotabaca5476]

I am so glad you will carry something from now on. You never can tell out in the wild what you might come across.Love all videos thank you for your time. I am pretty much stuck at home now. With you I get to see so much peaceful things. I love the woods.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you, I will

[@debbieheath7838]

Lovely video!! Thanks for sharing with us, as always!! I love that you focus on the tiny things in nature too, like the dew on the grass!! The smallest things are often the biggest wonders in life!! You're so active, it inspires me to do more myself!! You Take Care, Amanda Heath

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks so much!

[@debbieheath7838]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 You're very welcome! I look forward to watching more of your journey, especially with winter coming up! You're inspiring! 🍃🍁🍃🍂🍃Take Care & Happy Autumn,🎃🕸🎃🕷🎃 Amanda H.

[@johngerson7335]

I find myself hoping that maybe you'll one day write a book encompassing the history of the cabin and all of your (and your close friends) time and adventures there. I don't see how it couldn't be a best-seller. Thanks for all that you share Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Maybe one day! But it would mean I had to sit down for long spells and that is unlikely as long as my health holds up.

[@fearthesquirrels9428]

Martin is a legend. Much like Grisly Adams or Daniel Boone or Sasquatch. Or something like that...

[@G-Man-kc2nm]

Ok Martin....Let me know when I need to come out and build the new cabin...These things need planning. After all the cherry pies need to be ordered....lol Thanks my friend.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Will do

[@privatepilot4064]

My grandparents were from Fairfield, IL. In the late 30s they moved to Detroit to work in the auto factories. In regards to the bear, I’d be packing in that wilderness too. I don’t blame you. It looks like you were reading the number one best selling book too!👍

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Auto work in the '30s was tough work compared to todays.

[@bkjustice9390]

That painting sure captured the beauty of the cabin, at least from a viewers point of view.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A viewer sent that and I am so glad he did, . it hangs near my woodstove here in IL.

[@phrayzar]

It's good to see that that yellow chair has survived so long

[@fnln544]

As soon as I saw the picture, I thought about that immortal yellow chair too; there needs to be a brass tag reading 'Martin's Chair' on it!

[@fnln544]

@@scottfriske9186 You are absolutely correct. Fun! Blessings to Martin and his chair!!

[@fearthesquirrels9428]

We heard the Smithsonian has been after Martin to get it donated to the museum.

[@robertbecker4595]

Do you get any mice in your cabin?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh yeah, this year I trapped 56 in a month.

[@outsidewithstevep]

Another great video. Thank you for taking the time to put it together and for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You bet!

[@brianspencer4220]

Hi Martin: Despite the flat land & the fact that its full of black flies & sceeters etc you certainly have a piece of heaven right there. Stay Safe & Thanks Brian 80

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yeah, the trade off is worth it.

[@SaykhelRachmones-um1no]

Shabbat Shalom friend Martin! I hope you're doing well and enjoying your time at home. Be well. I'm looking forward to video of your next trip.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Same to you! Should have a new one for early next Sat. morning here and afternoon for you. I think I have that figured right?

[@SaykhelRachmones-um1no]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Yes; quite right! Hope you and yours are well.

[@ronaldwarren5220]

I stumbled upon a video recently. The guy had died on the operating table but returned to life. His description of "the other side" looked a lot like your pics of Hawk's Pond.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I would agree.

[@daleramage7389]

Great video ,nice to see you in the early years Martin

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@matts.6558]

Martin, I just want to thank you for your very honest and transparent handling of the bear situation. I’ve been watching you for a while and I am also building a log cabin in the Canadian wilderness, so watching and learning from your experience was very eye opening and a good reminder. So thanks again for showing it. I do believe these sort of encounters are rare and the exception, but they can occur and it’s no joke. There was something wrong with that bear.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I appreciate that

[@sharonkay2674]

I love the painting at the end. Perfect!

[@JB-dz1zc]

I know, right! It should be the cover of the novel that one day Martin, will pen... ... "cherry pie at the cabin, come on in and have a PEACE OF MINE"

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

@@JB-dz1zc I love all these replies! You guys get it! The wife

[@lisarmurphy]

Thank you Martin, perfect way to start my Saturday . If anyone criticized your decision about the bear I bet they've never been anywhere but there couch. If they watched any of your video's they would know that wasn't a decision you would take lightly.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks Lisa

[@fearthesquirrels9428]

Lisa,,, we still will tease him for killing the bear because that's what woodsman guys do. We just do it. Can't hep ourselves

[@joharmon2148]

You never disappoint with your content Martin. As for the bear I have encountered a few problem bears, its unfortunate but one needed to be despatched in a campground after numerous tries to get it to leave the area.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

History shows there can be a bad apple in the barrel of good ones.

[@jmccracken491]

7:5 to 8:04 spending time in the word of the Mighty God. Bless you Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

For sure

[@brentstone420]

Thanks you my friend tell bonnie we said hello stay safe

[@JeremiahTrane]

Boy, I wish I would of found your channel sooner, your videos are so amazing, I love watching these clips of your visits up there, but wow, that is a long drive to come way up there. It would be a blast to have a place like this in the middle of no where, do you rent out your cabin to others at all??

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you like them! No I have never rented, just do not lock it and have a welcome sign over the door. The logistics of a trip up there are make it a seldom seen place.

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

Hi Martin checking in.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Hey there, just got next Sat.'s video ready to go.

[@gracebyrd9485]

Good morning Martin, glad the bad bear want be bothering you again. Some of them can be very dangerous. You look like a Canadian mounted policeman in the pictures 🙂 very interesting video that's a lot of different stuff to see in one video. God bless and have a great day!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, encores do tend to include a lot of scraps that did not fit elsewhere.

[@davestelling]

Hi, Martin... I liked the picture of you relaxing and reading your "History" book...

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@davemi00]

Glad you showed us that Bear episode at the cabin. @ 8:46 looks like a Female Coopers Hawk. The Female is 2x the Size of the Males.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It was a Broad-winged Hawk. Very common not very skittish.

[@csnanny1882]

So here you are. I didn’t know where you were. Glad you are well. I noticed you didn’t say anything about the bear and how it happened. You are a good man. When will you be going back to the cabin ? God bless you and your lovely wife.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I just returned from a month at the cabin and have a lot of video to edit into Sat. morning treats.

[@csnanny1882]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1, Glad you are back home as it is getting winter. We will be watching for your videos. Take care and God bless, we also will be watching for Vonnie’s wonderful recipes.

[@SaykhelRachmones-um1no]

Hey friend Martin! Shabbat Shalom from Israel. I am glad the bear didn’t hurt anybody. I carry a Smith & Wesson 357 magnum and a short barrel & stock Remington 12 gauge when on duty. I’ve dispatched terrorists with both. Given a choice against a bear, probably the Remington using solid slugs at the cabin. Hiking I’d carry the handgun. Stay safe!

[@oldpolak5203]

Given the choice I would shoot that bear and eat him . I dont think I could pull the trigger on a person , that would take a lot of conditioning . I wish you all the peace in the world Saykhel.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I used the solid slugs to good effect. I have a 44 magnum and although loud it does not compare.

[@palasmark1629]

Martin, Really like your cabin site. I'm a lifelong Minnesota resident, who's spent lots of time in the boundary waters and never seen A sprite grouse. Someday. I think by far the best video you have is the one In which you replaced the foundation on the cabin. I still can't grasp how you tied the floor in with the raised walls. Really inspirational, a person can accomplish a lot with a plan. Speaking of which. What are your plans for the new cabin? Foundation wise, and how many logs will it take?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The floor remained on the ground when I raised the cabin as it was not affixed to the walls at all. The rocks of the foundation and new logs filled in the gap from the lifting. Boulders will be the corner stones on the new cabin.

[@KIMI-xt4eb]

love the painting,,,be well

[@SaykhelRachmones-um1no]

Hey friend Martin! No post this fine Succoth Shabbat! I hope you and yours are well.

[@J-Ball]

Probably just not much to post. He finished airing his early summer trip series and I imagine he's up there working on his fall series now to take us through the winter.

[@SaykhelRachmones-um1no]

@@J-Ball OK, thanks a lot for letting me know. I appreciate it.

[@RoryVanucchi]

good job on felling the trees. If you cut enough of them you'll get them to go where you want once in a while. I've got huge poplar and they are touch to direct without winches and ropes, too big and heavy and big heavy limbs

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Nice when it works as planned.

[@MrOldfart47]

The good old tripell "S- bear sulution! This was popular in the west back when grizz could be a problem!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It happens often enough up there but of course no official numbers to check.LOL

[@s.s.6916]

I like how you explain how to cut and land the tree where you want. I always assumed cut it with a chain saw and just run in the other direction

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You have the right procedure on the cut and run but we do try to know where to run to ahead of time.

[@tomr3074]

Love your videos @!! I watch for hours.... martin you remind me of the red green show. Is he your brother?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Most would think so.

[@willythewave]

What kind of camera do you video with Martin? The quality is just amazing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It is a little Panasonic ZS100 that fits in my shirt pocket but good video means its on a tripod if possible.

[@toddt6023]

Sure missin vids on Saturday mornings. Hope everyone is well and he's just looking for his shoe at the cabin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Found that shoe. See you this Sat. morning with a start of the fall series.

[@Hiker63]

Can’t sleep. Perfect timing!

[@gregeliason2536]

Yes, as I said in my post. I find the videos relaxing.

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Fellow youtubers, Martin is up north at the cabin for two more weeks. And I'm sure there will be more videos to come!!! Until then, enjoy! The wife

[@retiredyeti5555]

Thanks for the heads up, Vonnie.

[@thizizliz]

Thank you Vonnie! It is so nice down here in the California high desert that i wondered if Martin was up north eating cherry pies & peeling bark!

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

@@thizizliz LOL oh you know him too well, Liz!!!

[@kevinkaczowski1254]

Hey Martin, how are you? Thanx for posting this video. The photo of cabin after the stump removal one is picture perfect! Have you ever thought to sell it to a postcard company? Just a thought. You did right to report bear to authorities. Feedback is important.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I turn 70 next March, I say it that way as I need to start accepting that fact.

[@kevinkaczowski1254]

Hopefully you’re not planning to start acting your age any time soon!

[@csnanny1882]

Are the trees turning colors yet ,? I am jealous, you are so lucky.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes they are

[@jan6293]

Martin, always enjoy your videos! Was this your tree bloopers? 💕🌲🌲🌲

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes it was! I am not always right on target.

[@tammyadkins3537]

Love Vonnies pond

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It was a job but well worth it all these years later.

[@davemi00]

I always Cut with the Humbolt wedge cut - near a 90° 📐 angle nice and Wide.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Great tip! I just need to do it!!

[@jake2213b]

I started build my home over 35 years ago and I will never be done as something needs fix or change. I tell my family about your videos and they have asked what will he do if something happens and he would need help

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

That's why I insisted he get a satellite phone years ago!!! I sleep better. And he has told me that the first person he would call should he need help will not be me! LOL. What am I going to do? The wife

[@locksbog4270]

👍👍👍as always 😃✌️

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for the visit

[@lindasischo224]

Im sure youve been asked before but what type of woodstove is that? Is it a swedish or nordic type? Ive never seen one quite like it. And thank you so much for your videos. They remind me of better times.

[@lindasischo224]

@Orange Man Always Wins Thank you and ur right. I was watching another of his videos and he stated it was a Jotul 606. Unique looking stove.

[@lindasischo224]

@Orange Man Always Wins No way!!!! Id probably bought it even if I couldnt use it right away . Thank u so much for replying. Theses videos are so soul inspiring. This man is amazing.

[@lindasischo224]

@Orange Man Always Wins Truly? What a great idea.. How would I find where to send something ? Im not tech savy at all so I dont know how to find them. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks for answering and hope ur enjoying these as much as I do.

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

@Orange Man Always Wins There's gotta be a cheaper way!!! LOL

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

@Orange Man Always Wins LOL, I'll respond later!

[@MrOldfart47]

Martin! You did a 2-fer!

[@Fehrman21114]

You did the right thing concerning the bear Martin. Something today's detached from reality, Disney World mindset just can't handle or comprehend. Glad to hear you will be carrying again as well. Those incidents are rare until they happen...then they're not so rare.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The Black Bears have been misbehaving a lot this year.

[@Zorbawon]

I think I am a day late but..............................Happy Anniversary!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you so much 😀

[@qwer123211]

Hey Martin, if that picture was 20 years ago about the time you retired, how old was you when you did retire? TY, love your site.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I was48. The auto industry had a 30 and out pension program and I took it the first day I could.

[@vernareed2692]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 great decision!!

[@markleblanc291]

Martin, what do the swans do in the winter? If I could spend my retirement fixing up an old cabin, I would be very happy!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The Trumpeter Swans go far enough to find open water.

[@harrygoodwin8998]

Hi Martin Just caught your last video..and your comment on the bear and it’s fatal end ...just letting you know..I had read a book years ago I think it was called “when bears attack “..in it ..the author described many fatal attacks by black bears ...and yes it’s apparently true that MOST black bears do not have any problem with humans ..other then the odd encounter..but once in awhile a black bear goes off the rails and decides to kill and eat humans ..I’m not saying your bear was one of those ..but to me he was definitely stalking you ..even coming to your door I presume to get at you inside if it could ..so yeah..definitely ok to be carrying protection..👍👍..have a nice evening..

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It is supposed to be rare so I should be good for the rest of my life.

[@decrepidoldman]

you should try a pole about 12-15 foot long to push those trees over. used it a lot when i was a big and burly logger

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I have cut a few saplings in a pinch.

[@anthonyborzi8974]

And the chair lives on too

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

That thing must be from the 60's I'm guessing because of the color. And the thing is, it's built like a rock. And it is very comfortable! The wife

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I think of those chairs as rescue chairs as they took a lot of abuse in a bank when in their prime.

[@offgridinthepacificnorthwe3210]

Good for you Martin. Always doing the right thing. I have never used the Three S rule either. Neither have I taken an animal out of season. I chose to abide by the law. I sleep better nights because of it. If I have to dispatch a bad bear or Catamount I will call the authorities. We have a place called wild life images. All trouble bears go there to feed their big cats. However we are left to deal with trouble bears and cats on our own. Then they will come out and haul the carcass to Wild Life Images.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Good to see they can be used. Mine was so remote it had to be wasted.

[@irishheart4768]

Does your wife or kids go up to the cabin with you .great video😀

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Angel, I've been there several times. We owned a 'farmette' from the late 70's for about 30 years. It was in the area of the cabin. When up there a long time ago, Mart was wandering the woods and found the cabin. We sold the farmette, Mart had retired. It was a great retreat from the auto factory. But it was also a lot of upkeep so we stuck with the cabin. The wife.

[@irishheart4768]

@@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544 ty for reply.

[@5-minute-witness356]

If Mr. Bear could have chosen, he surely would have chosen you, who prevented him from causing harm and were yourself deeply unhappy about what happened. Can't remember if I mentioned this, but Faxon Atherton - founder of the California town of Atherton - was roaming around early California and bears were his greatest terror. One afternoon he had been travelling all day by horse (that was the only option besides walking at the time) from SF towards LA, and he arrived at a mission. The mission padre told him, "Thank goodness you made it! This morning we found another traveller eaten by a bear!" His diary mentions his dread of bears many times. Us urban people today just don't know enough about what's dangerous out there (I think this is why so many people get killed in places like Yosemite). If the bear didn't mean any trouble, you can exchange a bear hug in another kingdom.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I agree

[@mattclark5480]

👍

[@drewpackman2929]

There was a woman killed and partially eaten by a bear up on rainy lake this year. There are no shortage of black bears. Do what you have to do.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I had not heard of that one, just one man near Red Lake Ont. and a woman in Sask.

[@tonray9395]

If a tree doesn't fall in the forest, does it make any sound ?

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Nice! The wife

[@johnroos5807]

My USMC Best friend was from Joliet, IL! His parents still live there. He his Wife and two kids live in NC. Semper Fidelis

[@buffalo4127]

You guys have cute little black bears in Minnesota, in Wyoming we have the Grizzly bear...unpredictable, acts purely on impulse, uninhibited in all ways possible. Always looking for his next meal, the black bears even leave the area, ASAP!

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

I remember hiking with Martin in Grand Teton National Park and the trail signs said do NOT bring your dog as they are enemies with the grizzly. I never worried about black bear, but grizzlies are very different indeed!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Fortunately a Black Bear with a bad attitude is really rare, probably the opposite of your bruins.

[@buffalo4127]

When I was a child, back when dirt was first made, a black bear broke into our cabin and ripped down the cupboards, it scattered the contents everywhere, flour, cornmeal, bit into everything tin cans etc. probably similar to the bear that ripped out your log wall....

[@robertstern9951]

You're an expert on the tree cutting. Did anyone show you how years ago or self taught? The Bear incident stinks but thats all part of nature. Are you ready for a fall trip? Stay healthy

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

He's two weeks into the fall trip with two weeks to follow! All I know is he will disappear upstairs to the office for a few days to edit and load!! The wife

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I have tried to hone the tree cutting skills. Some are easy but others really need the proper technique and it is easy to miscalculate the effects of tree shape, lean and the wind when you want to put it where it does not want to go. You tube is a great place to see what to do and what not to do.

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

Martin, did you take off the video of that bear peaking in your screen door? I tried to find that because it would be hard for anybody to argue. I always wondered if you carried a gun; I would have. And a backpack go bag in case anything went wrong. Sprained ankle, etc. tent bivvy water food flashlight matches and tinder.

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Jeanette, he did not have the camera on or near him. He was so startled and never expected to look up and see a bear's nose at the door! The wife.

[@louieysursa5996]

The yellow chair and the blue sleeping bag are still there.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You have a god eye for details.

[@frozenoem1]

Until you sell it, it’s never done. Been there and done that! Wish it had been as small as yours, too many buildings to maintain, should have avoided the lakes and run when realtor said needs TLC.

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

John, that is exactly why we sold the 120 acre farmette that was about 25 miles from the cabin. It was a great escape when Mart had down time from the auto factory. But after, it was more than he wanted to keep up so we sold that and still have the cabin! The wife

[@frozenoem1]

Vonnie's Kitchen Martin's Shack For wife and me to buy the camp, had to take the boat house and outbuildings with it, get liability insurance, and reside at -20* before purchase. 2- years non-stop work even when salmon were biting, new roof, stove pipes, stove, propane lines, lose Serval ,buy new fridge, new Windows , doors, siding,and the list went on and on.Needs TLC took on nasty meaning, took awhile to clean out 2-3000 lbs worth of stuff brought in during logging days or 20 years of living with only boat, ski plane access.No road access, for 30 years before purchase.

[@MrJeddurso]

I walk the woods of New Hampshire where bears are more than prevalent. My dog has sent many bears up trees and many people say a dog is much more effective than a weapon or bear spray. It’s been the case for me. Maybe a suggestion for you?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It would certainly help but I have seen friends dogs at the cabin and they do not get any sleep with all the sounds and scents in that forest. Wolves may lure them out too.

[@maximuskiowa7393]

At 8:28 there's a shot of a tree thats interesting. Is that one of the northern ash that gets destroyed by some species of beetle ?🐞

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That is an apple tree at an old homestead that has been riddled by a Yellow-bellied Sapsucker. It makes the hole and returns to suck out the sap that collects. Birch trees are their usual target.

[@maximuskiowa7393]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 That's so cool Martin. I'm from Arizona & the only time I ever heard of a yellow bellied sap sucker is when I was a kid & it came in the form of an insult, which were always held in high regard.😃🇺🇸🇨🇦

[@bumper1730]

Anything short of a 12 gauge slug or a .44 magnum round can be very ineffective on a bear. In other words, you might just anger it.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I agree and had used the 12 gauge on the bear. I have a 44 magnum and it is a lot less put down energy that the shotgun slug.

[@rdc401]

Martin, I sure enjoy your videos!! I'm also glad to hear your going to be carrying protection from now on, remember bears are tough animals, I'd suggest a magnum caliber...357 or .44 in a handgun...stay safe!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Right on, I already have the 44 magnum.

[@larryjacobs5713]

Martin will we have fall trip videos? Thank you

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes, soon

[@cgriggsiv]

According to what I know you're never done once you start something there's always something else I think it's called a busy beaver inside of us all

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yeah and now I think I want to build another cabin from scratch.

[@fearthesquirrels9428]

How did I get here??? I was searching: "What are the World Famous Vonnie Cherry Pies?"

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Her popularity is certainly climbing! kzbin.info/door/Tzlpjaet6reJ5Lz9tIAyMA

[@Living-The-Dream]

👍🤠👏

[@davemi00]

I don’t carry bear spray but I do recommend it strongly. So my opinion is suspect. I do carry concealed tho, so i’d be in your shoes too. But I have 2 big dogs that would bark & R U N ... Cause they’ve left me before.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Though not the perfect solution I think a hearty can of spray is what I will go with.

[@swanyut]

so im going to rate this video 2 thumbs up cause it has Swans...being my nickname is Swany....and im in Stratford ontario home of the Shakespearean Festival theatre and we have our own little Avon lake here....full of swans the city keeps year round in a facility during the winters

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

thanks

[@727skirk]

Awesome is as Awesome does

[@jeanetteschulthe1andOnly]

Are the swans sitting low in the water? Thank you for the orchid shots.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Can't really tell you if they were looking normal or not.

[@vernareed2692]

Saw in news somewhere this week,maybe alaska,bear had broken into a pen where a favorite well known alpaca was & killed it!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Add that one to a sad list.

[@istepheniadeluca8531]

You're the Best 🌲🌳🎥🏆🇺🇸🛠❤🙌🙌🙌

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I do try hard, thanks.

[@marianfrances4959]

I always wear bear spray when I am out in bear country. 😉🇨🇦

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Good stuff, I hear they find droppings full of little bells that smell like peppers.

[@dwc095]

Martin, off topic question. Do you have your propane tank for your stove inside the cabin?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes and make sure it is not leaking when I change it out.

[@dwc095]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Thanks, as I dream of building an off grid cabin on a 6-7 acre tract of land I own someday. All that's stopping me is money. Ha,ha. Good to hear from you, that must mean your back home in Illinois. Excitedly waiting for a new video of the Cabin, and your new project Cabin. God Bless!