Martin's Old Off Grid Log Cabin

[@lilig4396]

Mr. Martin, it's a year later (Aug 2022) and I'm still enjoying this video...thank you 😊

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So good to hear such reports.

[@shawnrogan1677]

Martin, I always love your sense of humor! Love the videos and your passion for the Cabin!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoy it! Comments here let me know what works.

[@jan6293]

The Jays are having a fun time steeling your brats! Can’t blame them. Thanks Martin for sharing your cabin life, it a joy 💕🌲🌲🌲

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes they are

[@jan6293]

@@Rick-S-6063 I stand corrected, thanks 🍎

[@bpoliche8850]

Thank you for another fun, relaxing video Martin! I love the crackle of the fire and really got a kick out of the ruckus the jays were raising when they didn't get 'their' food!😄😄😄

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Very welcome

[@geraldnichols1853]

Thank you Martin for another great video at this time. Covid has hit our family hard this past week and my brother is currently in the hospital and I sent him some of your videos. Nothing more soothing in a time like this than these videos. Thank you and God Bless. Stay safe!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Sorry to hear that Gerald. So many more stories of it amongst those I know.

[@devonkenny889]

Well, when you wake up one morning; and they're staring at you from inside the cabin....😂✌🏾🇨🇦. A peaceful smile this Saturday morning; time to get a cup, Thanks Martin!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So true, if I left the door open they would be there.

[@roxisone]

Wonderful. Thank you for sharing the stillness and enthusiasm of nature.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@margarethughes3763]

We use to have plenty of sparrows in Birmingham UK when I was growing up, now. I am 74, only a few left. I love your videos.

[@MIGHTYRIVERS19]

Hello Margaret ,sadly is true ,they have lost their habitat ,many gardens have no plants , grass or trees , just paving stones , but there are wildlife lovers like me who feeds the Birds , Sparrows everyday and our gardens are wildlife friendly, in my garden there are about 25 Sparrows living here day and night in a Jasmine and Honeysuckle bush , you have a wonderful day .

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Margaret and angel wings, here too, farmers have cut down the hedgerows or fencelines we call it. Their machinery is so big they need bigger fields. We usually gather together dead branches and such and make a pile. One is near a feeder. Birds sleep in them and hide from hawks. Last year Mart made it too big and there must have been a hundred sparrows in there!!!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

They were introduced over here but we do not have near the numbers as when they first populated.

[@mikeupham963]

Hey Martin! I absolutely love your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your time and memories up at the cabin. I can not tell you enough how I appreciate them! Your videos are exactly what I want for retirement.the history of your cabin and times there deserve to be continued long after someone else calls the cabin “home”. I can only hope that whom ever has the cabin in the future maintains the bench at Hawk’s Pond, keeps the coffee cups up on the wall for those who have passed, puts a rustic wood sign up That says “Martin’s Cabin” and keeps the video coming ! What you have created is so special ! Something called memories that need to be shared to keep them going. Your times up at the cabin are all about friendships n nature,can’t ask for More than that ❤️ One thing I think would be really cool would be if you had the recipe for Vonnie’s world famous cherry pies to be scribed into a wooden plaque to share for all in the future at the cabin. Thank you for all the good times and memories you share with us all !!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Her pies do need their due in the cabin history. I am just having trouble trying to find someone else nutso enough to keep the cabin going as it is now. These places go downhill fast without constant upkeep.

[@mikeupham963]

Someone would buy your cabin eventually !! I would in a heartbeat !

[@deadheadri5779]

Gotta say, even though a few have said it before me here, I woke up, and put some coffee on. Saw you had a new video up so I fed Princess the cat, found my 2nd favorite cup, my fave cob pipe, and further relaxed in a big way with this video. Thank you for that. Early Holiday Wishes and may '21 be easier on us all.. 🌲☘

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Wow, thanks!

[@deadheadri5779]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 No thanks needed.. Send Pie! ✌🤣☘🌲

[@harvdog5669]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Why do you have so many pans Martin. You only have 4 burners

[@oldpolak5203]

Martin ,Im glad you are enjoying cabin life in October . Finally less pesky mosquitos , just camp robbins . ;)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A good trade.

[@libertyone5853]

Peace & serenity, you sir have it all! God has blessed you!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I appreciate that so much.

[@libertyone5853]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Your VERY welcome. I love your channel. Your the St. Francis of the woods..LOL!

[@AndyL940]

Great times at the cabin .. love it !

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The best!

[@3rubberboats]

It is a joy to watch you feed the birds. A bit tough to eat lunch with all the flying company. Surprisingly the lids stay on the pans when you hang them up. Almost nothing like enjoying a mini slash fire and smoke. Thanks for sharing your day off video. Have a great day.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The frying pan lids are just hanging on as they hang. Fires can make for a very good day.

[@jeffwilcher3333]

Another great video ... and yes , I am Always thankful for the ... “There’s Always Another Tomorrow “ Onward and Upward is the watchword.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Love that!

[@billjensen1925]

The birds were like "hey buster......I thought we were friends". You got out-smarted by the flying thiefs - so cool to watch. Thank you. Cheers from Wisconsin. :)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@59chevt]

Martin always a good time. thanks

[@solid_jr]

it looks like you may have created a monster with those jays, Martin. Give em an inch, they take a mile. But they're Canada jays so I guess its, give em a centimetre they take a kilometer. : )

[@waynek921]

That's a good one bro..

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Love it, Todd! Vonnie

[@jenverhelst6477]

Her in Canada we still use the: give em an inch, they’ll take a mile. Good try thought.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Todd, I need to work that one in someday.

[@solid_jr]

@@jenverhelst6477 not me, I try to keep it metric : )

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Wow, Martin, They Sure Came In Hot & Heavy There. Thanks Again, Friend ! ATB T God Bless

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes they do

[@mohicanjoe2079]

You are defenitly a blessed man my friend

[@connieprettyman6131]

Agree!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Believe me when I say "I know it."

[@RoryVanucchi]

Autumn is a great time to be in the woods. Crisp days. No bugs.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes, the best days.

[@elizabethguy]

You and those jays are hilarious. Pretty soon, they'll be pecking on your door to place their order. Love that crackling fire!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/el7aqqambKZ7sLs One time when a visitor really got them spoiled and then left me to fend them off.

[@elizabethguy]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 That's precious. You and the jays have a history together.

[@johnmccormick175]

Love your cabin! Thanks for sharing and take care and stay safe.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for watching!

[@joharmon2148]

Nice watching early this morning and then to enjoy my coffee at the end with the fire. Those Candadian Jays sure have big appetights. Thanks Martin

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes they do

[@bim-ska-la-bim4433]

Hello from TN... Beautiful country up there... Looking forward to some uploads after you get a good covering of snow

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Will do

[@dwc095]

I haven't abandoned you Martin, I've been very busy recently and haven't commented. I do watch you videos repeatedly to relax, and enjoy your company for a bit. You are truly blessed. This title scared me a bit, thought something horrible occurred, glad it was just the jays...thanks for sharing another adventure.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Welcome back! I try not to click bait but can see where the title could make you wonder.

[@cyndeeh]

Happy Holidays... have thoroughly enjoyed your vids!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Same to you!

[@bobyoung7328]

Our cabin is north of Grand Rapids MN. We haven't had Canada Jays around for about five years. Used to have them and Chickadees feeding from our hands too. Nice vids. Thanks

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Curious as to where they went.

[@bobyoung7328]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Some fellow named Martin started feeding them. LOL

[@stevearmstrong9071]

You ought not tease them poor birds like that! HaHaHa Looks like great times at the cabin, thank you for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes, great times for sure.

[@lonanakken1688]

The birds are crafty and pretty funny too. Good entertainment on a quiet day.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That is so true.

[@beckyperkins4181]

So love your videos!!! Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You are so welcome!

[@markgoode4109]

The jays were lovely. I'm sure they are out there waiting and working on there distraction techniques ready for when you decide to eat out side again. Super video. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Fingers crossed!

[@alanj7306]

Oh my god! I was laughing 😂 so hard. I have pet birds and it’s impossible to have a meal without sharing. Even the hummingbirds outside will fly up 18 inches from my face and yell at me if the feeder is empty. Birds can be some bossy little guys. They obviously know you well and expect treats when they see you.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So true!

[@macgyver2417]

3A.M.and a new video & a coffee. What could be better.Merry Christmas. Semper Fi

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad to oblidge.

[@robertstern9951]

Those Jay's mugged you! They are so clever and put a smile on my face!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A smile for you and missing food for me.

[@paulatwinb2815]

Especially enjoyed watching sparrow scratch for a meal. The crackling fire with you & the cabin background... priceless.

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Was this a sanctioned viewing and Dave with you!!!??? LOL Vonnie

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

😁

[@hotwheels2511]

Good coffee to go with Martin & a good warm fire in the woods!!!! WoW

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A good morning to you Larry.

[@hotwheels2511]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Just call me Gary my friend Martin...

[@debrap947]

Hi from western Canada Martin, that was really nice and calming to watch. One day I am going to get a bird to eat from my hand, bucket list thing. I need to subscribe...off to watch more videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Go for it!

[@geraldnichols1853]

Those Canada Jay's have their own personality. Great video. Love that time of the year up north.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You got that right!

[@cgriggsiv]

Good morning Martin awesome video is always and you you have gotten some work done too Is awesome to have such excellent videos calm and relaxing again thank you for sharing

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Good morning! Happy to provide some calm in these times.

[@barrydeacon3551]

I’d say you brought it on! Attach of the Canada Jay👍 haha!!! Enjoy the beautiful fall weather 😎 B Deacon Mb Canada 🇨🇦

[@karleenwebb2893]

I love watching the Jay's feed and stealing your food was funny . Great video.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Us too!

[@gracebyrd9485]

Good morning Martin 😀 awesome video. Them jay's are working really hard to get your dinner. Think I would eat supper inside to. Did you fall asleep by the fire , it was so peaceful. God bless you and have a wonderful day!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks 👍 I stayed awake that time but do like to spend some time fire side

[@usalover619]

God bless !!!! Thanks Martin !!

[@istepheniadeluca8531]

Martin, those birds ! Make a sign Out To Lunch while your eating😂😂 plenty of amusing characters that visit you😉❤🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Great idea

[@connieprettyman6131]

How I love your cabin n the woods! For me, the ultimate dream.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I still pinch myself on occasion.

[@jc10907Sealy]

Those Jays 🐦 chirping and complaining you aren’t handing out your lunch!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

These are really turning into some good companions.

[@louhorvath344]

Love watching the Jays. Love nature. Period. Granny fan

[@backcountrypipe]

Absolutely fantastic video. The grey jays are a good laugh, around here we call them shitpicks. LOL I noticed a few more of them around this hunting season, which is great to see. Regards Mark

[@locksbog4270]

Kinda adds some relatively to the old saying " this is for the birds " lol! 👍😃✌️🇺🇸

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Right on

[@montelee8244]

WOW !! Just found your channel. Watched 5 videos so for. I plan to watch all and tell all my friends to watch.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Awesome! Thank you! But watch for eye strain after 20 in a row.

[@jeffreyking5206]

Love your videos, so relaxing. Thanx.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I'm so glad!

[@juanitahamlin8478]

My first visit to your channel. I subbed and will be back and also look over your older ones. I love old style cabins. I have an in between modern and old cabin. Hubs likes the modern look and I prefer it simple and old.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for the sub! If you like simple and old you should find a lot to your liking at my little treasure at the top of MN.

[@joanebbighausen4953]

Being with you and the “camp robbers”, no problems at all! Greetings to Martin and Vonnie!JME

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Share and share alike they always said.

[@ReasontoLiveAdventures]

I was reminded of Hitchcock’s classic The Birds when you were trying to eat. It was a grey day here in SW Virginia, but your video helped bring a bit of sunshine to the gloomy day. I’ll be making Vonnies’ Corn Stuff for Christmas dinner. The only complaint was more bacon next time.👍 God bless to you and your family sir.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Enjoy the corn stuff, thanks for the note.

[@ejm6492]

Good morning Martin.Have a great day.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You too

[@wayne00k]

I haven't seen harrassment like that since our last visit to the Jersey shore. I thought I had bought my wife a slice of pizza for a quick lunch on the boardwalk. I went back for my slice and there was a scream. I turned to look and I see my wife running towards me with about a dozen seagulls chasing after her pizza. Alfred Hitchcock couldn't have directed a better action shot if he had another chance Thanks for sharing- best to you both

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That was interesting.

[@shabbatman370]

Shabbat Shalom my friend. Glad the guest cabin is under weigh. Canada wants to take credit for all good things. 😎

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for coming

[@kathleenking9477]

Always good to have a relaxing day sometimes.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You got that right!

[@LostCaper]

Martin don't eat that. I though I seen some bird poop land on your food. lol. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

They do slobber some.

[@nancybrown2700]

So is this Martin's Cabin version of Hitchcock's "THE BIRDS" At least you did not flee to a phone booth!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yeah, my cabin is a little bigger than the booth.

[@vernareed5534]

Nancy brown when "the birds" was on tv my daughter was about six yo,i was watching it. And got ready to go get my husband from work in our Volkswagen,it was after dark,& she ran to the car & climbed in,& hunkered down into a ball in floorboard arms over her head!!! She was so scared!!

[@nancybrown2700]

@@vernareed5534 Well fortunately Martin is no Tippi Hedren and doesn't need to fear his tamed flock!!

[@UK-Blue]

🤣 cheeky little reprobates 🐦 We have snow here in the Peak District. Someone tell Greta! Thank you sir 🙏🐕🇬🇧

[@stevethecountrycook1227]

"How dare you"! lol

[@UK-Blue]

@@stevethecountrycook1227 🤣❄🤣❄🤣❄

[@elvacolonvalentin4816]

Have a good and safe holiday!!! I enjoy watching your videos!!!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you so much!

[@jksmountaindream]

I think those Brat Thieves have just about overdone their welcome... haha You may need to post a sign, Beware the Jays! Heck with the Bears

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Nice one.

[@jaredscabinlife2868]

Can’t wait to see your snow dog in action this year

[@vonnieskitchenmartinsshack5544]

Neither can I, Jared. Wait I may never get a chance!!! The wife

[@privatepilot4064]

Thank again Marty! Much enjoyed!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

My pleasure!

[@randallburkhart8452]

Love your videos. Have you ever experienced anything you couldn’t explain or seen anything odd? For being so far out. Thank you for the videos be safe.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Not yet!

[@darci12u]

Oh Martin that was so awesome Lol you trained them lol What's for supper...

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad everyone is having such a chuckle over my travails.

[@hailtheleaf7451]

Great Saturday morning viewing. 👍

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That's the plan from this end.

[@brianspencer4220]

That's what happens when you have Canadians move into the neighbourhood .You invited them to play & they are not aware the game is over. I like your attitude about work. Thanks for the video & Stay Safe. Brian 80

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Very true Brian.

[@lucillekenney8311]

I wish I could get a Jay to eat out of my hand. Wish I were there enjoying that fire too. Thanks for sharing your video. You've got some crazy cool skills there.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Any time!

[@retiredyeti5555]

Just about to hit the sack, and this came up. Bed can wait a bit!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes, like my tasks.

[@retiredyeti5555]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 - That Canada Jay was bold as brass, trying to take your lunch before you were done with it! I had a good chuckle just watching the look on your face.

[@wyominghome4857]

This reminds me of an encounter my sister had with a sea gull in Washington, DC, some years ago. She had just sat down on a bench and unwrapped the sandwich she'd bought for lunch when a gull swooped in from the back, clipped the top of her head, and grabbed the whole sandwich! Careful what you're teaching, Martin! :)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I have done it now!

[@bonniebonkers4779]

Ok that made me laugh. The Canada Jays trying to steal your lunch. lol Maybe you should have made them something for lunch. love your channel. 👍❤😊

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Great idea!! But they seemed really intent on those brats.

[@davestelling]

Evening, Martin... We called them "Camp Robbers" up the Maine Allagash... and, for good reason!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A name well deserved.

[@scottanderson2980]

scott from canada i love your simplistic life outlook

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, it fits me just fine.

[@Sparky-ov1ot]

You have them Canada Jays spoiled! they're biting the hand that feeds them!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I will remind them of that.

[@marianfrances4959]

Our cat, ninja, was most interested in your video today! 😉🇨🇦

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So cool! I am going to make a pitch after Christmas for folks to send me pictures of my videos being watched wherever they watch them. I expect a lot of cats will be joining in. I will post an E-mail they can be sent to later.

[@Shelly.1962]

Canadian lady here Beautiful stay safe ❤

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Safety is a high priorty up there.

[@johntwigg8162]

I truly love and enjoy your cabin videos and the jay's just add that much more to them. I'd love to come up and work and cut with you before I'm called away. The peace and reward would be awesome!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I agree John

[@skline1398]

Your talking about the solar panels makes me think about led battery operated lights for the cabin. I’ve used them in a few locations and they work out well.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

My cabin has been outfitted with 12 volt LED lights for a long time. One of the early videos shows the system that is still working fine.

[@The_Gallowglass]

Ravens will do that to the eagles. The eagle will have the food. One raven distracts them while the other makes off with it.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

What goes around... eagles to enough of their own thievery.

[@The_Gallowglass]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 :D

[@cabotbluegill]

In the back woods of Maine the gray jays are believed to be the reincarnated souls of French Candian lumber jacks. They should never be harmed one will have bad luck if they do LOL .

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I always fear some reprobate could find the cabin and shoot them for kicks.

[@lesterwicklein717]

thanks so much always a pleasure

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you too!

[@ricardoyanez2079]

I LOVE IT ,GOD BLESS YOU WE THAT LIFE AN THE CABIN WOW LOVE IT !!!@

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

thanks for letting me know.

[@geoffoutdoors]

Those gray jays just won't leave you alone!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

They would leave me alone, as long as I left the brats unguarded.

[@colinmorrow8565]

Thank you for sharing your relaxing time.. that work will get done eventually. I don't think you complain about those Jays too much when you're the one that spoil them so bad!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So true!

[@blessedspecialonesmom6923]

That is just amazing that you have gained trust in those beautiful birds!! I'm so jealous!! Lol I love animals any animal and all animals!! How long did it take to get them to land on your hand take food??

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Once I get a bird trusting me they do not forget. This year one bird was new and by setting the food on the pump shelf and moving away I started the process. Ten minutes later I had progresed to having it feed out of my hand. That was faster then usual but the trick is to keep getting closer and finally having my hand on the pump shelf with food in it.

[@EJChezz]

For a lonely cabin man, you sure do eat some fine meals. lol. Keep up the good work.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Good meals become important out there.

[@SaykhelRachmones-um1no]

Shabbat Shalom from Israel. Have you a plan for the guest cabin or are you just going to wing it? When I pour concrete foundations I use the forms lumber for roofing that won’t show in the finished project. Waste not , want not. Stay happy and prosperous! B”H

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Local boulders for the foundation and all wood from the trees I cut. I have Granberg Chainsaw mills to make the lumber I need.

[@SaykhelRachmones-um1no]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Well, that ought to get the job done.

[@davidsradioroom9678]

I remember the Canadian Jays in Algonquin Park. They did exactly what yours did.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I never tire of their antics.

[@donnavaughn8813]

Thanks you my friend 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕 hi vonnie

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you too, that was a fun day with my friends.

[@judyscott9554]

I was hand feeding the chickadees in Birds Hill , Manitoba and I thought of you!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So nice to have feathered friends in the hand.

[@Foundinthewoodsbushcraft]

Those birds love you, but they love your food even more. That was funny when they were stealing your brats. 🐦

[@markleblanc291]

Aggressive birds, but extremely funny to watch. My wife and I were in Maine a few summers ago and we were having lunch on the beach. A seagull came out of no where, swooped in took her sandwich right out of her hand. It bit her finger at the same time, it took a long time for her finger to stop bleeding. So be careful out there Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh, my birds would never draw blood. A hard peck in protest yes!

[@markleblanc291]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 LOL!!

[@outhayvanivong5963]

You are a lucky person happy to see you live peacefully nature

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So nice of you

[@istepheniadeluca8531]

Those birds love Martin's Special Recipe 😂😂

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes they do

[@davidferguson9213]

Thank you!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You're welcome!

[@aloberdorf4579]

Bring out the Bottle.....Those are "Whiskey Jacks"....back in the day.......(not saying when, LOL)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Call them anything, just not late for dinner!!

[@2SD251Jim]

Martin you need a nice ATV to get in and out and help with some of that work.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Too much wetland to use for getting in and out but one could be handy at the cabin.