Raising logs: 19'th Century Blacksmith Shop | LOG CABIN | DIY | PIONEER | SELF RELIANCE | BELLOWS

[@donaldwells2102]

The Two Hardest Workers on KZbin, it's just Amazing what you accomplish.Thanks Cathy and Peter, and Have a Good Weekend 🙂.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Donald. Fortunately for Cathy and I we are both retired, so every day is a weekend. Most of the time I have no idea what day of the week it is. I trust your weekend will be grand.

[@1SemperDad]

Lovely to see more of your "assistant" in your videos. Life's voyage is always more enjoyable when shared. Keep up the great work.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed Richard, wise words.

[@robdixon7732]

Love the shoutout to Townsends. You, them, Ron and Justine are my favorite living history channels.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Those three are certainly my favorites,Rob. There’s a lot of knowledge there!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you so much for your shout out to Townsend on his live stream, yesterday. It would be so cool to collaborate with him!

[@robdixon7732]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I would love to join too! Lol

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

The more the merrier!

[@hayward434]

Well done Peter and Catherine. Slow and steady gets the job done. Keep looking forward to the first forge fire.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I too am looking forward to that first heat of steel. It does seem a long way off at the moment. One log at a time!

[@markirish7599]

Aw cool I have been waiting for this video. Blessings from Ireland 🇮🇪 to you and yours

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

And to you Mark. Always wanted to visit Ireland, home of all my ancestors.

[@marieleopold1625]

I'm beginning to understand perhaps a bit of the 'why' pioneer men could feel somewhat assured when they had 2 leave 2 find food etc.. They 'knew' that if anyone dared 2 tangle with their Mrs. that they could well end up meeting their match = YIKES! The strength of Catherine! WELL DONE to BOTH of U, I only pray while I watch that U don't knock yourselves out! U will have one sturdy 'toy shop' when U R done 2 B sure! Confucius said; “It is not possible for one to teach others, who cannot teach his own family.” This vid proves U as a teacher Peter. GIFTED team! Thank-you 4 sharing. Health and God Bless! :)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m thinking your spot on Marie, folks don’t want to mess with Cathy. Best partner ever!

[@scottperry2290]

You are an inspiration to see what your wife and you build. Keep it up.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Scott.

[@dougm5341]

That is back breaking work for you two. Commendable effort Peter. I can’t wait to see the fruits of your labours….

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Kinda looking forward to the end product as well. Heck blacksmithing will be easy after this build.

[@lindaSee89]

Be careful you don’t hurt yourself. As always your work is superb. Love seeing your wife help you.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I love seeing her help as well, Linda, lol. Best work partner ever!

[@tracyking6657]

Definitely back breaking work. Looking forward to seeing the completed blacksmith shop and watching you turn out hand forged pieces. I also noticed that some of the logs were "finger biters!" You and Cathy please stay safe. Best Regards.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yup one did give me a bit of a bite. Once completed, blacksmithing will seem like an easy job.

[@royormonde3682]

Look at that, you've been busy....she's really taking shape now, nice work.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Roy. Otis starting to come along. Soon onto the roof.

[@tammyevans7333]

How amazing! What inspiration!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Tammy, such encouraging words!

[@robertwise3235]

good morning. love those clove hitchs.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

There’s a fellow that knows his knots!

[@earlshaner4441]

Good afternoon from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone else thank you for sharing your living history adventures

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

As always Earl, thanks for your encouragement.

[@earlshaner4441]

You are welcome my friend

[@RemoraTrading]

Holy Smokes! my back started hurting the first 4 minutes into this video, My hat is off to you two, outstanding!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yours and mine both, lol. Decided to take a day off and rest today but, back at it tomorrow.

[@RemoraTrading]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Everything your doing up there is quite impressive! My wife and I would love to do similar in a more modern sense. You 2 are doing great things, we love the content and the history lessons! Really cool stuff! Thank you very much for all your time in making and sharing your videos! Best, Paul & Lisa

[@2gpowell]

Hi Peter, so wonderful to wake up to your build and have a cup of coffee. You are certainly so knowledgeable and energetic with your projects. In fact, I have been procrastinating putting on a metal roof kit I purchased for my home a few months ago. So, I am going to absorb some of your energy and get to it! Great job brother see ya on the next one 👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Gil. Kinda of tapped of energy today, you might want to wait until tomorrow, lol. Metal roof is the way to go, good luck with your project.

[@2gpowell]

@@TheWoodlandEscape 🤣🤣🤣

[@ghostofkadesh9041]

Gonna be awesome to follow along this build 👌😃👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@cadeevans4623]

Well done yall here at process watching you build work.hard getting the job done coming along slowly by surely it's getting there

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed, one log up is on log closer to completion!

[@phillipparker8947]

Hello there friend. It's moving right along, can't wait till it's completed, I sure wish you had more help. See ya in the next one. Take care

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Phillip. I’m kinda looking forward to the first heat of metal in the forge.

[@waltsimonson2556]

I was feeling down , about the road ahead , and now I'm watching you , and you have reminded me about sweat equity, nothing worth having comes easily ( except maybe being born rich , or winning the lottery ) and sadly I was not born rich nor did I win the lottery ( not yet anyway ) It's so good to see you do , figure out , the things you do . You always make my day , better . Thank you so much , Wear thier is a will ,thier is a way . ( We bit of history , you have taught me to believe ) .

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks so much Walt very the nice compliment and your encouraging words.

[@scottmcfarland2149]

Another amazing project off to a good start. Much respect for you both! ✌️

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

It has indeed begun, always the most exciting part is the start, followed by the finish. That finish seems a long way off at the moment.

[@scottmcfarland2149]

@@TheWoodlandEscape I'm sure it does but you're just the couple to get done! You're people to be admired for being steadfast. ✌️

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Steadfast, now that is a word I’ve not heard in a good long spell.

[@kathymoll7010]

What an inspiration you both are ❣

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks so much Kathy, that means a lot.

[@rogerclyde2720]

Wow! Peter my mind is blown once more, what you and Cathy accomplish is amazing! True Mr. Townsend does a great job presenting the 18th Century but what you and Cathy do can be better defined as Art.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Well my friend that is such a nice compliment, I’ll pass that onto Cathy.

[@kingrafa3938]

Great progress on the blacksmith shop. Peter and Cathy work hand in hand to lift that long and heavy logs, Awesome!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Nice to get the first four notched and in place. One can know get a feeling for what the structure will look like.

[@joshbagley1959]

JAS Townsend for James Townsend and Son. The senior passed away this Summer and it's now just Townsends. Great business, great historians, great videos and segments on all kinds of things from the early-mid 18th c. up to mid-19th c. He's prolific as you say! Lots of great details and info and he clearly loves it. I always learn something great from his videos.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I not only an avid watcher but, have also bought a few items from the store. He has certainly helped to keep early North American history alive!

[@bobmiller4383]

Great video Peter. Leverage is your friend ! I learned that all too well when wrestling the logs for my rot cellar ! Wet pine logs are heavy !!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Pretty much the same weight as spruce and your right, bloody heavy!

[@twisterdude100]

so to raise logs on a cabin build you need determination, stamina, will, and a good woman on the ropes! i get a great deal of enjoyment from your videos, thank you!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yup, that about sums it up,with the most important part, the good woman on the ropes!

[@maskedbear1762]

Love what you do . Regards from France

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks so much.

[@jantrewitt4058]

WOW, Peter that looks like pure hernia work to me!! How high do you have to go?? I hope you and Cathy have plenty of Ben-gay got those sore muscles!! Blessings.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed about the hernia thing. We will be going about 9 logs high and then standard construction from there up. No hernias yet , lol.

[@brandonfigueroa7399]

townsends is awesome

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I totally agree, his videos are outstanding .

[@stephencritchley9355]

Take it easy Peter, that's hard yakka. Trooper Cathy takes some pressure off. Well done both!! I guess in the day neighbours would help each other out - allowing for the tyranny of distance - ap least for the big stuff. It is looking great by the way!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yup, in our modern world few have time to lend a hand. This is somewhat ironic given how easy our modern word has become. Oh well, I do prefer working alone.

[@sandydaviswhytelewis5387]

Now Yer Loggin🍎☕🍺 Jazz Townsend Huh👍

[@garyrichardt1496]

Another excellent chapter in this build and it looks like you've got some good help one things for sure you bith earned your salt that day.

[@abcxyz-io7wt]

This is awesome 💝👍💝

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you.

[@seantinsley1411]

You have a great wife, not many women willing to debark logs and help pull them in 18th century clothing great to see y'all working together

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Sean, I’ll pass on your compliment. She is indeed the best work partner one could ask for!

[@alanpinn2266]

Wow, that's some heavy lifting my friend! Time to call in some friends and have a "blacksmith shop raising" - and then a pint at the Tavern!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Heck Al, if I had help it wouldn’t be a single pint it would be drinks on the house. I trust all is well with you my friend.

[@curtforeman9014]

Great video Peter!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Curt.

[@beverlymichael5830]

You go Kathy. You were pulling your weight and it to be outdone. Nice job. Your pullies remind me that I found an old wooden pulley in my barn when I bought my property. I still have it and wonder the age. It’s in great shape.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

She does indeed! Those old wooden pulling in barn were used primarily for putting in the hay using horses. What I wouldn’t give to have my horses back right now.

[@triscotsman8431]

Dad always said, 'old age and treachery will overcome youth and vigor.' But now I'm starting to be concerned that some old men are both treacherous and strong! Great video!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Glad you’re enjoying.

[@richardstone5241]

We're not 28 anymore are we...........lol I'm pushing 70 and like you I call my deviances "artistic expressions" also. Great video's as always and thoroughly enjoyed!!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I also on the cusp of 70 and at our vintage we’ve earned some artistic license, lol.

[@richardstone5241]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Yes we have.

[@zeuk416b]

Ja Townsend and sons was it's original name. Now it's called Townsends. James Townsend died about six to nine months ago. The exact time I can't remember, I had a stroke in October and that time was pretty fuzzy. I'm back to work now and everything is much better now. Getting back to Townsends, I consider him (John) to be a national treasure. Although he wouldn't say that. Another great site is Colonial Williamsburg has a vast library of videos. But I am sure you already knew that. All the best on your build. Yours truly, Scott

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I find Townsends video not only well done but, also always educational.

[@bernadetteevans2]

Such a great inspiration to be able to get back to the simpler times, (hard work, faith and family, and good clean living…)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. There certainly is nothing wrong with living a simplified life.

[@bernadetteevans2]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Is there any way to DM me? I am buying a small cabin in Northern MI, (small piece of property .34 ac), with outhouse and shed, and I have a few questions about trying to get back to a more minimalist lifestyle…

[@joshmiller4774]

The woodland escape has become my favorite KZbin channel, but I found it by watching Townsend (another shout-out) and I found it all after my first visit to Martin's Station in Virginia which sparked a love affair with everything 18th century. I highly recommend all. Keep up the good work sir 😁😁😁.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Josh and welcome to the world of 18th century living, it is a fascinating time period!

[@denislosieroutdoors]

The black smith shop is coming along nicely there eh! My back was aching watching you handle those logs lol...

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yours and mine both, lol. It is starting to take shape.

[@lawrencekeller6029]

Great Job Cathy and Peter. Jas Townsend I believe at one time I got my food grade pine tar from them many years ago don't know if they even carry it anymore, See you on the next one!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I suspect they do. I also bought that product there years ago.

[@victortuten4399]

Nice catch and great control when that log sat on your finger! I'm not so sure a string of curses would not have followed had that been me! I am glad that center post is earning it's keep. Makes me wonder just how they built some of the cabins down here. Most are elevated off of the ground and the height of side walls can be 15ft or more from the ground. Pine and spruce are virtually the same weight so it could not have been easy. Another great video guys. Thank you so much for sharing and taking the time to educate us on the "Good olde days"!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You’d be amazed at the parts that Cathy edits out … there may have been a couple of choice words that didn’t quite make it to the released version. Glad your en, Victor.

[@dandarling5990]

I operate a large fence post/orchard pole Saw Mill in Northern Michigan. Turning out a finished pole/post every 10 seconds. I was grunting and groaning with you as the logs got higher!! A wee bit of talent needed to wrangle round logs/timber where you want it...Great Job!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

You sound like a man speaking from experience, Dan. The way I look at is simple, one log up is one I don t have to lift.

[@8626John]

Excellent video. That's going to be one sturdy blacksmith's shop. Your capacity for hard physical labor is amazing.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks John. That hard physical work part you bring up,well at least when the cameras running, lol.

[@jeffgrier8488]

With some of the logs up, it's fairly easy to envision what the shop will look like. I follow Townsends also, and you both do a fantastic job with living history!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Jeff. With those first four in place,one can indeed visualize what it will morph into.

[@plutosbestpal3060]

Wow, always so inspiring. I hope I'm as active when i reach your age.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you. My father used to say “never let the old man in” and I’m attempting to follow that wise advice!

[@cabininthewoods7326]

Boy you work hard for your age, God bless you. Interesting thing I saw a you tuber do over in Sweden, this Eric Grankvist made notches in the two rail logs so the log your bringing up has a place to "rest" or prevent from rolling down. And the notches were off set from the opposite side. Very ingenious.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Ingenious indeed, might have to give that a try. Thanks for sharing that information.

[@richardliles4415]

It looks to be coming along quite nicely. Thank you.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Slow but sure … one log at a time.

[@oldschoolboyscout]

Thanks for sharing. I am catching up with your videos. I was at my own cabin this week replacing the gable ends. I redid them 30 years ago. LOL My cabin is about 125 years old.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Nice to have ones retreat away from the world even when they require maintenance.

[@stevenshanofski6801]

“That was easy.” Lol. Please be careful! I was expecting some choice words when you caught your finger. You two are certainly an inspiration. You would have been just fine on the frontier.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Everything is relative Steven. Those choice words may have been edited out, lol!

[@kerrybleau]

I watched your cabin build looking forward this following this build

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you, hope we don’t disappoint .

[@dowdawg]

Man your killin me watchin you guys do that !! You need a fifth hand to get that xtra umph. Might keep you from staying up at night from cramps? 💪. Well done once again!!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

A few more hands would indeed be a treat. Oh well, one log at time and soon enough the walls will be up.

[@billhatcher2984]

You should have borrowed a mule or a pony my neighbor used a pony and put some pretty big poplar logs up and built a barn with it looking good 👍

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yup and the irony is that we used to farm with horses … boy could I use them now!

[@aggieduke1]

Great video Peter. Think you got a little close to your finger once LOL. I was a lineman here in Texas and use to help unload pole trucks. Those suckers will sure get you quick.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Yup , that one kinda bit mea little, lol.

[@johnhempsall4644]

Great job and perseverance. You’ll sleep well tonight my old friend

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks John. Oddly enough, John, iI sleep well most nights.

[@StonegaardForge]

My back was hurting just watching that first part.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Funny, mine is still hurting, lol. Kinda learned to live with it.

[@HallnoutMhall]

Hello Cathy & Peter. I began watching the other day and just know finished. I see you just loaded another for us. Just want to thank you both for your time and dedication in everything you do and for sharing with us. Interesting fact... Jas Townsend is about seven miles down the road from me. I pray all are well and for a blessed week to all. Be safe and see you soon. Thanks again.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Just trying to keep up to your viewing appetite, Michael. If your ever in Townsends store, say hello from the Woodland Escape.

[@HallnoutMhall]

@@TheWoodlandEscape yes sir I sure will. I appreciate every video you share. Winter will be here before we know it and it allows a bit more of viewing time but I make it a priority to always watch Woodland Escape. Appreciate you both! Thank you.

[@warrenvalentino5763]

Great video! Awesome project! seeing you cutting the notches in your logs brings me back to a toy that i played with when i was a little child; called lincoln logs. the toy log in that toy had the same notches that you are making. i Loved playing with that toy. i Love watching your videos and your attention to the details. Love the music in your videos. Please keep up the Great work. GOD' Bless You and your whole family. :)

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks so much, Warren. I have a vague memory of the same toy logs. Appreciate your encouragement.

[@ashleyanderson2859]

Appreciate your efforts and dedication! While Townsend's has a good channel as well, what amazes me is the fact that it is just you and Cathy. Townsend's usually has a crew that they collect for major builds. I would take your two person crew over a dozen Townsend recruits. Keep your powder dry and thanks again.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Well Ashley, that is a fine compliment indeed!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

I can't believe you did that!

[@ianandresen2326]

I feel guilty not helping! I to watch Jas, though my family band me after the apple potato pie incident! I haven't built the hand baler! I used up all my lumber on the new battery box! Great video again ! Thanks

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Ian. Not familiar with the apple, potato pie episode. Love to hear your account sometime.

[@gramgram1158]

Leverage for lifting and shifting logs, my man. It's as old as the hills and twice as wise.

[@elwoodtaylor1092]

That's a-lot of hard work wish i was close by to give a hand, well done

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thank you, me too!

[@markaugustus621]

The grunt work people did must have either kept them in great shape or wore them out. Enjoyed it and even felt the pinched finger.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’m sure it was a bit of both. That one did certainly give mea bit of a wake up call, lol.

[@dragoua5544]

It amazes me, how much work are you and Cathie able to do together in the woods. And what do you do with the bark that you peel off?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Not much use for the bark. Inner bark of cedar works great for cordage but, spruce not so much.

[@Ilikeit616]

" Artistic " I like that ... I wonder if I told by boss that when I was .001 " off and had to do it over .... Did you try to bring your pullies all the way up the poll ? The angle would help bringing the log over that log it has to go over . Wish I was there helping you ... take care

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That would be nice indeed Bruce. Your right, moving them up will help a wee bit but, it is more a ramp issue. I’m working on ramps that will allow the log to roll onto the previous one without the force kicking the bottom.

[@jimc4731]

Two things, move the two pulleys to the top of the pole now, you will eventually have to do it as the wall get higher. Now is the time! How did you get those big logs out of the forest and to the job site? Keep up the good work! JIM🤩

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Already done and given we don’t have horse’s anymore I improvised and used an ATV. The cedar in our cabin build were light enough to pull by hand and winter snow helped as well. That simply wasn’t going to happen this time around.

[@paddyosborne99]

Would love to have been there to give a hand at lifting the logs. The bellows making will be mighty interesting. All the best from Paddy in Ireland.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Heck paddy, I’d have paid for your flight!

[@leoscheibelhut940]

Another great video! I'm happy to see more of Cathy in your videos because while most "scouts" were done by males, and "hunting/trapping cabins" were build by a lone man, most were done by a pair or small team. Moreover, nearly every homestead was constructed with the help of or at the direction of a woman. Is Cathy now in more of the videos because she is more present or because you have improved your camera set up so she isn't as busy being the videographer?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Leo. Your right, most first cabins were built by both the man and his wife as well as children that were old enough to pitch in. As to the camera work, it is much harder to film using tripods … she does an amazing job either way.

[@kevinharding2099]

You need to ‘WHIP” the end of your three strand rope. An easy task that will make tying off much easier.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Your absolutely right and something I’ve been meaning to do for weeks. Might just do that before I start raising them tomorrow.

[@shadowcastre]

Wow... Everyone should have an experience like building a cabin the old way at least once in their lifetime! :-) Question... What happened to the old log cabin that you were going to move that was to become the blacksmith shop? Thanks for the video...

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Wow, you have a good memory. We went back to reassess the integrity of the logs and many had heart rot, so we changed our mind.

[@markbir7979]

That's some heavy logs there Peter! I grunted & groaned w/ you on ever lift! Could you tell i was helping? Wish i could help you. Im 66. Still have a pretty strong back but a weak mind.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Strong back, weak mind, that fits me to a tee. I must have sensed you willing me your help because it is going up!

[@beckyjohnson3153]

Always a pleasure to stop by. Having never built a log cabin, I’m curious to know when you measure for squareness, are you measuring from the top center of the crossed corner logs, or from what will be the inside plane of the four walls? Or something completely different?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Great question Becky. I simply eyeball the centre in both directions,drives small nail and use that as a reference point. You can use the outer or inner walls if the logs are consistent and believe, mine are not.

[@lae52]

I've been enjoying the shop construction. I wish I had the room for a forge and shop. I've got a 165# Peter Wright anvil and a hastily built charcoal forge(?). Would a cleat on your post be easier to use than wrapping around and a round. I was always told that you should only fell and peel logs in months with an R in the name.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Actually, David, a wrap works better as Cathy is able to control the weight and lower the logs if require using the friction. There is an R rule for bark peeling but, you have it reversed, it is any month that doesn’t have an R in it, so May, June, July and August. Essentially during the growing season.

[@ironcladranchandforge7292]

Looking great!! Heavy work for sure. Too bad you live over 3,000 miles away, I would volunteer to come over and help you lift those logs.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I have the feeling you would my friend.

[@boscodog4358]

Work like that makes beans, tatters and fat back taste really good at sundown.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Indeed, but to be honest, that sounds like a fine meal even if I was lolly gagging about all day!

[@tylerbessette464]

You need to have the guys on the townsends channel come for a collaboration/construction day with you *ha, wrote this comment before the shout out

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Tyler. Imagine how quickly the shop would take shape!

[@shawno3681]

Well done sir! Always a pleasure to watch your videos. May I ask, looks like you waited till a new log was on to start notching it out to sit on the one below?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Shawn. The next log needs to be in place in order to measure out the bottom notch in it as it corresponds with the lower log notch.

[@brandonfigueroa7399]

any wee bits o'history on the block and tackle ?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That is certainly food for thought.

[@allenenabnit7078]

You need a collar around your pole so you can tie ropes to it and then you can walk around pole to Wind up ropes then have a tie off or peg to hold in place. You could do this by yourself it’s like a winch the more pulleys you use the easier it is but slower. Would be easy to add onto your center pole.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Where was this wise advice a few days ago, lol. That would certainly have made it easier. Actually got the last log up yesterday. I certainly appreciate your feedback.

[@stoneinthefield1]

I own a 46lb stump anvil from Holland anvil. It is easy mounting, portable and very handy. I do not hear much about this type of anvil during this time period only small versions during the viking age mostly. Any thoughts?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Smaller anvils were common for traveling farriers and also the norm of the day for moving troops during military campaigns. Actual blacksmith shops tended to have much larger anvils.

[@PATCsawyer]

That's some sweat equity. How likely would it have been to have had help from neighbors in those sparsely settled times?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

For the blacksmith there would have been a lot of help. Every town or village needed one so people would pitch in. No body has shown up at my site, can’t figure it out, lol.

[@calebchristian404]

Do you have any other channels that you recommend for learning about the 1700s and 1800s on Facebook or KZbin? Or any books or movies

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Townsends, Early America and American Patriot are my favorites. There are very few accurate movies but, the Last of the Mohicans is pretty good. I do a lot of research looking for first person accounts of the time period. Government and University Archives are a good way as well joining some historical groups. There are a lot of knowledgeable people out there.

[@martinmeltzer2696]

Hey Peter! The block & tackle help,,, but shifting some of those logs looks like first prize in a hernia contest. Be careful!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Always a potential, Martin but, I’ve never had an issue with hernias … knock on wood or in this case a log.

[@arleneisenberg5168]

Great teamwork Cathy & Peter you'll have that blacksmith shop built in no time, love the pulley system idea, love the spruce wood look too seems very even in widths is that blue spruce ?? bet you smell like a christmas tree lot after stripping those logs Lol cant wait till your next video

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Arlene and you guested it, we kinda smell like a Xmas tree farm. We got the last log up this morning … on to the roof.

[@arleneisenberg5168]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Awesome Peter & Cathy

[@milliebanks7209]

Peter and Cathy! I am so concerned about the both of you harming yourselves with lifting those logs. Please be careful. I would miss you in my life!

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks for your concern Millie. Actually those first base logs were our heaviest, they get a wee bit lighter from there on up.

[@kevinscudamore2711]

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[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Thanks Kevin.

[@richardmckinney2646]

Hello from Rooster in Missouri. What will you fire forge with ? Charcoal or coal? Be good my friend.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Hey Richard. I’ll use both but, coal is my preference as it gives a much hotter fire.

[@gordonstewart8258]

Have you read "Moving Heavy Things" by Jan Adkins?

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Nope but, intend to. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@gordonstewart8258]

@@TheWoodlandEscape Short book, you should be able to get through it in an hour. It's available from WooderBoat Store.

[@jayoneill1533]

Wow! That’s a lot of heavy lifting. Be careful Peter, I don’t know what the 18th century treatment for a hernia was but it can’t be good.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

They are indeed a bit of a grunt but, slow but sure they are going up.

[@twentypdrparrott694]

Keep heaving heavy loads and watch the hernias flow. Careful mate! More smarts than brawn will do the job.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Now that makes so much sense. Now, all I need to do is go out and find some smarts, lol.

[@eddybear771]

105 Peter. A few past halfway. 😃

[@gregoryleuelling3826]

That last log had me a little nervous for you.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

That makes two of us, lol.

[@larryreese6146]

Well Peter, Morgan had to leave the American army after the battle of Cowpens because of Sciatica. Now, after watching you lift those logs in place, I know how he got it.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

I’ve been lucky in life as to not have too many nagging ailments!

[@larryreese6146]

@@TheWoodlandEscape my friend I am very glad. They talk about stoic Indians. The ones I know are pranksters and with a droll sense of humor. During a bout with Morgan's malady I went to the local Indian hospital for relief and was barely creeping along. There were 2 Indian fellows perched on the metal hand rail like monkeys, sitting there visiting. As I made my slow painful way along they both looked me over. One turned to the other and said, "look like somebody kick him in de a..." My first instinct was to throttle him but being in no condition I made my way on. Then, thinking of what I must have looked like, I started to laugh. The more I laughed the more I jarred my back and the more it hurt. They nearly killed me.

[@JJ-JOHNSON]

A friend, youtuber and one of your country men wife died, Steve Wallis or camping with Steve, he's in need of everyone's prayers and thoughts. thanks JJ.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

Sorry to hear that JJ, our thoughts are with the family.

[@jacknobrex]

I wish I was your neighbour , so I can just come give you a hand with those logs. Stay safe and try not to injure yourself.

[@TheWoodlandEscape]

So do I Jack. Once the logs are all up the job will be easier as I’m using standard construction for the roof.