My driveway is the river! Dude tries to get started with remote property build (EP2)

[@darellsunderlin4670]

I sure hope you are building at least 10 to 20 ft. above that high water line ! Rivers are beautiful but can be deadly , ice break up with flooding, high above average water levels etc ! Stay safe

[@madatpaperboy8071]

I am living vicariously through your videos! Of the hundreds of youtube channels I'm subscribed to, yours is the one I'm most excited to see more of

[@leadmonkey]

Good to see a fellow Canadian struggling through the rough times to live his dream! Appreciate you showing the ‘reality’ of this fantasy many of us share.

[@twilightingX]

Beautiful land. Please stop the music though. It’s spoils the feel of the beautiful surroundings. And just put normal captions that are easy to read. You don’t need all those dancing captions sliding around the screen. Keeping it simple is better.

[@assyntflyfishing]

Buy or make some OARS dude! If the engine quits, you can still have control of the boat and head back downstream. 😵

[@rougefox9233]

New to your channel. GORGEOUS property & country!! Sorry about your vehicle.. FYI for the future, eggs can actually be cooked whole in their shell in the hot coals of a fire. Also, besides bear spray, I've seen an AIR HORN work great to scare bears when shouting did NOT work & other wild animals don't like the loud noise of an air horn, will save you money on ammunition too. Thanks for sharing your build & adventure!! ☺️

[@pgerry9400]

I too am in B.C. for the last 81 years, very familiar with power saws and all aspects of logging. Your setup of going up and down that river offers the most potential for a disaster. If you for some reason had to evacuate because of severe cut or broken bone you would be hooped. If it were me doing what you are, I would hack a trail , assuming you are on the same side of the river as the highway , out to the highway. It is nice to have a shelter but that should come after some way to evacuate .

[@iancarpenter5488]

I love how down to earth this channel is. Just a normal guy like the rest of us, living out his dream and making it work as best he can. I'm excited to see more, videos like this keep me grinding in college. Gives me something to look forward to.

[@billvanleeuwen2573]

Impressive. Give you credit for your determination to make this happen. Looking forward to more of your journey.

[@Sergessessohessoh]

I dont know if it's determination or sheer stupidity. Gotta watch some more to find out. 😅

[@BigPotatoChill]

Bad idea to cook in those cans, they have a plastic liner.

[@DO-hc3le]

OK, I'm just catching up starting with video 1, I'm hooked,

[@ryanwarkentin4706]

I hope your armed when your out there due to all the bears and cougars, stay safe!

[@AshFromEarth]

So excited to follow your journey mate, stay safe out there 🇬🇧

[@BioHorror]

You need a couple dogs man, don't want to surprise a bear or vice versa

[@LeaMar27]

Going back and commmenting so you can get KZbin rich. Such an inspiration, makes me wanna start, seeing someone start this from scratch is so inspiring.

[@TrevorChenier]

100%

[@markoneill9064]

Good on ya mate for having a crack . I hope you find the peace and satisfaction that comes from building and living in the wild.

[@Tricia33]

I'm hooked! Can't wait to see what you do next! All the best from a fellow Canadian.

[@Blair147]

Building way to close to river, if that river clogs withice iice in spring your whole camp will be gone

[@gordonharper9126]

I know now I don't have enough courage. It's humbling to admit. You are definitely in bear country!! Don't scare the bear... kill the bear!

[@Nena84734]

It is really tuff starting with nothing, and that commute there is pretty long, upstream too, holy cow! That really sucked about your car, although, the van is way more convenient. I know for sure you will never forget cooking stuff, ever! Pretty cool to watch, thanks.

[@safelysomewhere]

Can't wait for the next one, this is neat to see close to home. I don't live around there anymore but I do spend a bit of time in "town" for work. Couldn't believe how much the river rose this year. Best of luck to you.

[@Melicoy]

Stop. You did not blow the engine. Dont blame you. Its a ford and They do that. Dont buy a ford ever. low price you get this. Buy honda or toyota. Also there is no way to contact you. Change the oil in that van MUST change engine rad and trans oil asap . For the price thats nice. I like those.

[@federicocomo5240]

Man i love your channel. Love how raw it is and love how you show us the whole adventure, not only the good times but challenges too. Im checking the channel daily waiting for your video. Good luck have fun from Italy.

[@flav7634]

Well done bro just givining it a go. Hope you find the right partner to work together. Im looking at land and my partner is already saying no but she will visit lol

[@davidrussell8795]

What area is this in,Kootenays? You could build a bear platform,which is just a flat platform 8 feet off the ground,with ladder. I'd left those trees on the bank to prevent erosion,as you've seen the river rises a lot after rain,just imagine spring thaw flooding!!

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

About the trees on the bank, I absolutely would do that, too! I would even leave the bigger one's standing in the, what is going to be your front yard. It holds the soil together in years that are wet. But you can cut some clearance. Just be smart with it, which is what I'm trying to say ☺️

[@kootenaycat]

In the first video I thought he mentioned he was 10 hours from home but doesn't say where that is. Also mentions spending some time in the West Kootenay but again doesn't say that is home. He's definitely not in the Kootenays as we don't have any silty river like this. Looks like the Fraser to me but the mountains aren't right, maybe the Skeena?

[@pgerry9400]

I too would think it is Skeena @@kootenaycat

[@PhillipStewart-k7f]

U can cook n a bean can

[@ker4all]

Build high to stay dry... What a great adventure, all the best to you!

[@Sean-bp6xb]

Making initial progress. Good. Watching from Ontario Canada 🎉

[@WeesdaGaia]

... you wastin' too much .. time & money .. by runnin' around ! .. in & out !!! ... Voila ! ... to buy even much more .. lumber & plywood ... not to talk about your .. cars & tools .. for this action ...

[@cabinriveroutdoors]

Haha. Ya ya. Heard it all. Chip away. Persevere and who cares

[@deborahb.3736]

tenacious and undeterred. good man stock.. lol going to be a wild ride going on this adventure with you.. so looking forward to the next video.

[@drewpackman2929]

You got your work cut out for you. I have done it myself. It took me ten years to build my place from raw land. Be ready for lots of frustration. When something isn't going well switch to working on something else.

[@mikeranfurly1135]

Leave the eggs in the shell. Set around the edge of the fire or grill. Sorta like a baked boiled egg.

[@clintsbrown]

YES MAN!! SO EXICTING TO FOLLOW ALONG YOUR JOURNEY. AMAZING CONTENT. RAWEST OF THE RAW. YOU HAVE BALLS OF STEEL. I WAS SO PUMPED TO SEE YOU POSTED AGAIN. GOTTA SHARE WITH MY BUDDIES @ WORK TOMORROW. I ABSOLUTELY CANNOT WAIT UNTIL THE NEXT VIDEO. MUCH LOVE BROTHA AND STAY SAFE.

[@rongoris3022]

Just joined your channel and must say I am VERY impressed with how you have stuck with it and overcome a number of challenges that would likely have made a lesser man throw in the towel. Keep up the good fight! With each episode more of your dream will come alive and make it all worthwhile. Thanks for sharing!! 👍👍👍

[@cheryldailey5178]

I was looking at a remote property as i want a getaway cabin. So i thought i would check out KZbin... and here you are, just what i was looking for!

[@nomanejane5766]

U are supposed to let the soda can liner burn out before u cook in it

[@aliceduser6347]

"New' vehicle acquisition music sounded a lot like Mt Eden Dubstep, a project out of tiny little New Zealand, which was pretty cool! Hey man, gas is the same here if not more expensive! Keep at it mate, we are all watching and hoping the best for you living your dream :)

[@joemc2529]

Build smudge fires to control bugs , get some solar so you can screw instead of nail , electric fence for bears etc. consider a shotgun just in case

[@keithrenaud3380]

You need 2 oars in the boat not a paddle. If the motor ever does quit you'll need them

[@missindependent1973]

Hey! Fellow Canadian here, but I’m in Ontario. I really want to do what you’re doing…wish I could join you 😉

[@regalbowman3143]

Interesting channel. I've subscribed.

[@grahamkearnon6682]

I know the bush country he's in, theres a very good reason he has no neighbours, will watch to see what gets him first.

[@funnybunnystmbl7383]

Grizzly, cougar, hungry black bear? Mosquitoes.... I don't know how he is going to manage full time there with food on the premise. Wood cabin or not. If there are already bears getting into his things.

[@MrCheesypickles]

Is that the skeena? Also are you building on the inside or outside of a bend in the river? The outside bend is much more prone to extreme flooding during run off.

[@Theforestlore]

Nice video man beats all this other fake bullshit on here lol keep being real man 👍👍👍

[@troynixon209]

Here in Australia a shovel is also a long handled frying pan.

[@dualwanderers4404]

Had a quick look and maybe I missed it, but have you considering signing up for Patreon’s to help fund your journey? (you certainly have the views already, and I’d bet people would be keen to help you along!… I know I would.. and hey! all the pennies add up!!!). Thanks for sharing and the effort it takes over and above what you’re already doing!

[@johndufrasne1641]

Love what you're doing,,keep going forward to your new life

[@hansvanrandwijk2582]

Great video. looking forward to the next one

[@PlayAllNightt]

Great video, loved the storytelling, and editing. How big of a cabin do you plan on building?

[@Gr8tLakesHuntnFish]

Great content. My opinions mean nothing but a few things. A chainsaw mill would have saved you so much money. Going on a river in a remote area with no oars as back up? A cheap pull behind boat would help with supplies and also be good for backup if one of your boats fails. Trappers cabins were small and did stand the test of time. Why wasn't that viable. Would have saved thousands of dollars and trips. Shelter is always #1. Everything that can be hand sawn should be to conserve gas. Unless you have unlimited income and that doesn't matter. Just things to think about. Thanks for sharing your adventures. God Bless.

[@westbenchmancave]

Fellow B.C. boy here. Great videos, I saw the first and was hooked. I spend a lot of time in bush with my permitted placer mine, you however are “back to basics” compared to what we’re up too. Much respect for what you’re doing.

[@edinguy9585]

Sounds like my kinda place ,very little people waking up to those beautiful views will make you appreciate the tough times, my 2006 Suzuki is still going it breaks down regularly it’s had a new engine and 2 gear boxes so it’s practically brand new,stay positive.

[@themanofthewoods]

I resonate with you regarding using shop bought timber to build quicker, as that is what i did.

[@NickLM2008]

Greetings from Tasmania. Thoroughly enjoying your videos. Such a challenging place to build, can't wait to continue watching your journey.

[@Carolineaitken55]

Are you going to tell us a bit about yourself? Whats your name? What made you do something so daring! Is your family worried? Love the videos! It allows me to have an adventure from the safety of my sofa! 😅Greetings from Vienna, Austria!

[@1deadlyfit]

Shawn I'm stoked to see you starting this project and I will be following along, I think you are my new favorite channel as I have a similar project in the works on the other big river in this province. Anyhow you've done pretty well keeping this project on the DL but to someone with the right remote property research skills it's ❎ Anyhow I have a few ideas for you for different building methods and transportation options, would love to connect with you RE ideas for remote building challenges in bc Cheers, I'm looking forward to your next video!

[@foundtheplot3542]

Hi amazing stuff I wish you all the very best from the UK 👍

[@TrevorChenier]

Awesome Progress brother. Just getting into your awesome videos and content now one after another. I realize that I am about 10 months or so behind!! lol

[@judiehavard4903]

The water on our river can rise many feet outside it's banks. Depending on the rain. We have seen it rise 22 feet in winter and early Spring. Water will cover the land for miles out away from the river.

[@StefanHarböck]

Good Job 🎉 keep Working and by daway get your self a Body a good Dog ..IT Wil bei your best friend forever❤ god Bless you greating Form Germany

[@buffalo4127]

Shawn, it seems like if you went farther up the bridge road paralleling the main river… you may be within closer proximity of the tributary/property area?

[@joelcr250]

I just discovered your channel and wanted to say how amazing it is, love watching you take on this adventure I'm on the island.

[@ianraby9228]

Am sure if you can create a track to your log cabin, you won't need a basecamp...just a thought.

[@jayt838]

Hey Dude , I love the content and the story , wishing you all the courage to continue your dream . Funny thing is I have had both those vehicles the ford escape and a Safari van, Anyhow not to sound so critical , just want to mention i find the audio a bit up and down with the volume and the music over top your voice makes it difficult to hear you. Sorry thought id let you know. All the best

[@klatzig]

You are making great content! - please stop doing so much handheld footage! It is waaay to shaky

[@Pacey247]

I’ll be following your journey!! Let’s goooo

[@Victorialands]

I lived up in Northern BC for many years… beautiful country to say the least. One thing a person learns real fast is to have respect for the river that’s for sure. Seeing those majestic trees and just the landscape… I actually miss that wilderness. You have a peace of heaven, Enjoy!

[@milliebanks7209]

Why would you or anyone want to go through any of this? I'm inscribing. Thanks for the short ride!

[@williamavery9185]

NO! Not lest your 25:35. Make sure you got good med insurance that includes flying you out.

[@knewmania]

Just started watching your series, really feeling how stressed you are. Hoping things get easier on you!

[@rclrcl462]

If you are ever in that situation again with nothing to cook in, try shaping some aluminum foil into the shape of a bowl and cook low and slow. I've never tried it but I think it would work better than the inside of a soda can!

[@SheldonFiske]

spray your road with round up, maybe 1/2 mile up your road , so no look see people follow your road, following your remote build , way to go buying a remote place to build your cabin

[@WeesdaGaia]

... as long as .. You are happy !!! .. it will be OK ! ... Voila ! ... when some work is done ...

[@KevinReimer-h7w]

This is what Canadians want. Love it. How do you keep ticks off?

[@robertlemoine3500]

Good going man , you got this .

[@davidrussell8795]

Don't fuss so much with the level and square ,off a bit won't hurt,just getter done! Snoz coming!

[@jodywade5617]

I would do it in a second if I could. My daughter would take it from me though🤣

[@frostypreppersk3593]

Fix or repair daily. Fords are garbage. Hopefully you get a better unit next.

[@alanday5255]

So soda cans have an internal plastic liner.. Poor thing!

[@TheRealBigfeet]

Hi Matey from the UK, all I can say wow o wow you’ve got great videography skills and the country you live in is truly spectacular. I I wasncan’t wait to see how and what you do next. I just wish I was there instead of here

[@nelsonpagan1971]

You need to make a list of the things you need to get that way you don't forget

[@williamsimmons8927]

Your determined ill give you that.your proving that one can overcome a host of reasons to not give up.wishing you well on your great adventure.

[@TheTgall11]

Hello from Alberta!! You are living my dream, (just without me doing any labour...😉) Keep on keeping' on mate!! Great Job!!! Can't wait to see your subs build too...

[@Cloudface77]

Very good. I just found your channel. You're ability to work has astonished me. You are in the top class of workers. Well done bud. This will be my favorite show.

[@brianmcintyre8940]

I just found your channel also. I spend 100% of my time in the outdoors. I would build a helicopter landing site incase of emergency . You don't seem to advertise your exact location...smart I use trail cameras. Good luck

[@jlightning2178]

Must be a lot of shail rock around there. Cook on that..

[@cribbsprojects]

This is one heck of an adventure (misadventure too), I am along for the ride. Though a few too many miles away to offer help... Before you buy a wireless mic, get a cast iron fry pan! Keep going...

[@l.davesteele3227]

Wair is the new stuff .and what happend with the bear?

[@MrWoodshoes]

FYI, Astro vans have fiberglass rear leaf springs that will take a lot of weight but you should consult manufacturer's specs when loading !

[@donaldhofman5257]

Awesome start!! If you get time check out Far North Bushcraft and Survival! They haven't put out a video in a few months, but they live in Alaska and built their cabin and have lived off grid for many years! They can give you many ideas on dealing with bears! Lonnie showes how to make heated tents and tent stoves as well as many other things!

[@Jankyyanki]

Your music is too overbearing

[@mikemckinley1031]

I am so excited for you to follow your journey how far is it from basecamp to you’re a piece of land that is so much work back and forth with all that lumber well at least you have a van now black bears are not to bad but grizzly bears they don’t care if your in there space look out have a great week and weekend here from Ontario Canada ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦😎

[@shanepowell5115]

Having a bad day,, sorry but it always gets better. BEST WISHES!! AND GOD BLESS.

[@mediumrare9051]

Perseverance.

[@markcrowther2355]

Respect pal..thats a challenge!!! I think I would clear an area for a heli pad for emergency, you loose that boat with the current that would suck. I think I would be having a few back up plans just been so remote, (first aid etc) Shame you couldn't barge a skid steer/small excavator in....doing everything manually will knock the crap outta you. If you can find a 1.7 ton excavator in the budget you will be able to make leaps and bounds with progress...anyhow looking forward to more content...

[@MrManicola]

this seems like a really tough task, but you are driven and I commend you! btw, both the quad and the van would have been much more expensive here on the east coast of US, but you gasoline is much more expensive. Great videos. I subscribed and will follow along!

[@claireleboucher4597]

Impressive! What a crazy job you've gotten yourself into. Good luck ! Kisses from France

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

I cannot get over that BEAUTY of a tree... wow!! Stunning! 😲😃 And I saw that that river flows incredibly fast.. watch out that you do not build close to her, I bet that when the ice starts to melt and the ice floe's (? Is that the right word for big sheets of crushed ice? 🤔😅 ) comes through, that crushes everything.. What a bad luck to have this happening with your car.. worst time! Hopefully you are now more adjusted to the surroundings, the way to get about things and start to get a flow, regularity about your days. I am very interested in what you are working for and you go and get what you want! Yes, it isn't easy but one day at a time and you get there 💪👍😃 Be safe out there and watch yourself, okay? 👌😎

[@Christianarphansen]

Amazing project. Thank you for the videos. Keep them coming. I wish you all the best!

[@TerryFalan]

Nice to see you back! I subscribed on your previous video and wish you the best as you work on your property! I’m sure you’ll turn it into an awesome spot! T!

[@janosszabo98]

Not sure about the size of the building you're planning on building, and possibly other future projects, but I'd seriously consider getting a sawmill up there sooner rather than later. Hauling all that lumber on a small boat ... not to mention the price of it ... a sawmill can pay for itself even on smaller builds.