Relishing the Time-Martin's Old Off Grid Log Cabin

[@littlehillsidehomestead6362]

In a world of chaos it is so wonderful to view your videos and escape for just a short time. Thanks for letting your light shine! Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

SO nice of you to write such a note.

[@JB-dz1zc]

Practice, practice, practice, for when I get old! Quote of the day! 👌

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Absolutely!

[@FrednDeeDee]

Pancakes and sausage for breakfast always makes a good start to a new day. Even if the new day starts at noonish. I was up half the night watching Humphry Bogart and Kathern Hepburn in "The African Queen". I'll get in a power nap later on in the day to make up for being up so late. After punching a timecard for 55 years I decided that was more than enough and retired. I keep myself busy but don't overdo it. Your videos and a morning cup of coffee hits the spot!!!!!!

[@jan6293]

African Queen is my favorite movie 🍿

[@FrednDeeDee]

@@jan6293 The African Queen is my favorite as well that's why I stayed up so late watching it. I was vacuuming the house yesterday and I stopped to take a break and I forgot to start vacuuming again. I'll finish up the chore today for sure. We wish you and your loved ones the very best!!!!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You have earned a slower pace and there is always tomorrow and if not who cares the job isn't finished.

[@FrednDeeDee]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 My wife with the beautiful ocean blue sea green eyes and carpal tunnel in her left wrist asked me to scrub the kitchen floor. I went up to the corner store and armed myself with Pine-Sol and Mop-N-Glow and am ready for tomorrow's great adventure. So much for tomorrow. Friday I'm running separate electric to the pump house for a light and receptacle so I can pressure wash the pump house, it's called multi-tasking. Saturday, I plan on taking the boat out on the lake beyond hearing range of the house to fish in peace and quiet for a big chunk of the day.

[@saykhelrachmones8668]

You were not kidding about the bugs getting worse! I couldn’t stand it. Love SR

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I was getting near my limit too.

[@prestongilbert4199]

I have been a watcher since #5. It's like visiting an old friend every time I watch. I fantasize spending time in a place like yours.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So nice to have you along.

[@privatepilot4064]

I’m wearing my earbuds and find myself swatting for bugs instinctively! 🤣 Thanks for the hospitality and inviting me up for a visit!

[@gerardhiggins1]

I'm wearing Bose headphones and am having the same issue with the buzzing mosquitos. I guess they're worth the money. lol

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Any time! My sister had the same thing with ear buds in, slapped herself silly.

[@richsimon3310]

I love the North Country Showcase music!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Makes my Sunday nights special.

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Great Time Spent @ Your Cabin. Martin Glad You Have A Spare @ Home Great Ending It Way ! ATB T God Bless

[@dowdawg]

Your famous all the way through the airwaves. Looks like a good trip minus them stinkin mosquitos!! Hip pain is hard to ignore it just knaws at ya. Be Blessed!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

At least I had a good excuse for sitting more than usual.

[@gerardhiggins1]

Thanks again Martin for another great visit. I do so look forward to them.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks Gerald

[@NotMyGuns]

I want to start a folk band called Martin & the Cherry Pies! Who’s with me? …..fix that fridge, save the pies!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A needed mission.

[@jneal6349]

Hi Martin- that song at the end of this video reminded me of my wife and I- we met when she was 13 and I was 15. I just lost her after just shy of 48 years of marriage…… I look forward to your fall trip….

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

What a song.

[@tomdale1313]

mosquitoes would keep me home...tanks for sharing (you're a daredevil around them falling trees)

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Safer than it looked on camera.

[@wagon53417]

That's some mighty fine music Martin

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I agree

[@restoreallthings1806]

Fresh blueberries are best , but thawed ones work great in your iron skillet pancakes. The wife and I really enjoy them, melted butter and maple syrup. Wow abba father gives good things for food ! Heal up and atb.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Sounds great!

[@JanetWilham]

its a pleasure to see someone at peace, being calm, no hurry and knowing the "like minded spirit" of the good Lord with a "peace that passeth all understanding" in a day of such turmoil....love your videos from this old granny here in Ohio on a berry farm...God bless you Martin and your wife and anyone who ventures your way.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks Janet

[@davidmartin5179]

Another great video Martin. Take it easy on that knee, don’t wanna be limping when Fall, the best season is just around the corner.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Doing good now.

[@Chettkat]

Your hi speed chainsaw work sure got the attention of my two house cats ! 😺

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Interesting how they picked up on that

[@ernestkooistra1559]

Thanks for the Saturday morning at the cabin! 👍

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

thanks for coming along

[@gordiesullivan3289]

Another great video Martin really enjoy your camp life.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad to hear it

[@markbrooks5278]

Man!! Martin ,dont let anything happen to them VWFCP's wye a feller may as well pack up n go home !! 😝😅🤣👍 always enjoy your videos, enjoyed that music too!! Reminded me od spendin time at my Dads Ol cabin!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

No pies and then it all over.

[@mroy88]

Another great video Martin. Proud to be a member of the Canadian branch of Big Martin's fan club

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Excellent

[@MTNurse]

Well, that was really something the way you just happened to be listening to the radio when your friends had a song dedicated to you. I really got a kick out of that! I love fun things like that.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Truth be known I knew he was going to do and and was ready with the recording camera, special moments.

[@MTNurse]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Awww now you ruined my fun. LOL

[@shanemarcotte2062]

Great to sign onto KZbin and see anew video from you Martin!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Nice to be wanted.

[@manonfire3642]

A joy to visit with Martin at TheNorthwoodsman1, away from thorns of life, even just for a small amount of time. The smothering events overcoming sanity and freedom within Canada, Australia/UK and USA are extremely sobering when one realizes the final outcome to befall these nations. Until then, Martin's videos will bring joy, rest and a little happiness.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Peace where we can find it in these times.

[@guysview]

Martin, I am a little older than you. I watch your videos to get a dose of peace. Thank you for that. 🤗

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

My role and I enjoy it.

[@joer5627]

“Practice for when I get old!” Martin in about 10 minutes (after my nap) I’ll be there.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Right

[@ReasontoLiveAdventures]

Watching you work on the refrigerator reminded that the flame in my propane heater is turning yellow, instead of the nice blue. God bless as always sir.👍

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Interesting!

[@frederickmoller]

Thanks Martin, you made my Saturday morning as usual, taking my doldrums away, it's so much appreciated!🥰

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Wonderful!

[@athomewithfrancsicio]

Good to see you year round 👍🏼🤩

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Just a summer break but a canoe video coming along soon.

[@jillachen7217]

Just had to make a pancake when I watched this one this morning, the mosquitoes were really bad here in Carp this summer also, I'd take another summer of 2022 anytime!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Ah, Carp, passed through many times since 1978. Here is video of our early days in the area up on #85. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e52XhqVpp7aXrMU

[@mikejobellafatto9659]

Hi Martin, i have been watching your videos for over a year now. You are very inspiring. I a 68 now still running my small welding and machining business. Hopefully my son"inlaw and grandson will be taking on more of the work. My wife and I purchased a nice small piece of property in Vermont. Started clearing the land for an access road. Again at 68 still in good shape and always wanted a cabin in the woods , you keep me going. I want to thank you for the inspiration. Just curious how young are you. Stay healthy and keep going. You friend Mike from New York.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Hi Mike, I am 71 and still going strong, just more naps than before.

[@franklogan494]

Great Video Martin!! I had a black Insulated Cup like that years ago, I had Many drinks for Many year's with that cup, until I left it somewhere and lost it. And though I looked around, I could never find another one to replace it. It held lots of ice and was perfect for adult drinks by the campfire.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

SO I am not the only one losing things.

[@franklogan494]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 No Martin, we have company.

[@jksmountaindream]

Good for you..... "for when I get old" i need to learn this philosophy

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Need to work into some things slowly

[@marianfrances4959]

Awesome, my friend! 👍🇨🇦😎⚘

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for the visit

[@kennethcoder2989]

Enjoyed the visit with you. Goodnight.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Goodnight

[@badcompany3057]

That radio deal is pretty cool.

[@bruinsfan8278]

Well Done Martin !!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks

[@robertsimard735]

Good morning Martin. Been using propane fridges for 50 years. Always something at the cabin that needs fixen. You have a good understanding of these propane fridges. Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, you too!

[@jan6293]

Martin, your fan club scans the globe! 🌎 Vonnie, nice find on the griddle! 👍🍳

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh yes!

[@PecanRanch]

Thanks for sharing your time at the cabin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

My pleasure

[@sharonyarnell8263]

I live in northern Minnesota, and haven't seen a bird in nearly 3 months. Just last week. 4 chickadees. Have not seen a Bluejays in 4mo. I used to have slus of birds

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

WOW, that is odd.

[@geraldnichols1853]

Nice relaxing times at the cabin!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Now you know too.

[@macgyver2417]

Dinner looks good.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Simple and quick some days.

[@johngallagher2313]

I would just have to tinker with the old freezer to see if I could get it going again. I just don't like to give up on something.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Who said I gave up? LOL I should have a spare there anyway so no pies perish before their time.

[@donnavaughn5393]

Thanks you my friend see you soon

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Will do

[@amber-or9rq]

Always enjoyable. Looks calm & serenity. Maybe you can share some of Bonnie's recipes - like seeing you enjoy her cooking. You both stay well. I will be waiting for your next vlog

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Will do kzbin.info/door/Tzlpjaet6reJ5Lz9tIAyMA?view_as=subscriber

[@deannaclayton6934]

Up at my cabin relishing the respite from city life for a couple weeks!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

SO nice to have a sanctuary.

[@genefulghum7549]

Take care of that hip Mr.Martin,see you on the next vid from Alabama.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Ended up being a pulled muscle and pretty good now.

[@genefulghum7549]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 that wonderful you are doing better Mr. Martin you take care see you next vid.

[@davidferguson9213]

Thank you!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You're welcome!

[@nonap5225]

Good morning to you Martin. I see you are out at the cabin again. Hope you are enjoying it there. I enjoy seeing what you are getting done there in the woods. The bugs would drive me crazy. I do nit know how you deal with all those bugs flying around you. Oh well, you take care and be safe. God bless you and Vonnie in all y’all do. From deep southeast Mississippi.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Morning, fortunately the mosquitoes do not like my taste. They are around but many land to get a meal.

[@doggiesable1]

nothing last forever , if you had a dime for every chicken you baked in those oven bake bags you would be able to hire people to build the other cabin !! by the way you made me so interested in those bags i had to go buy one to try it out and i must say it kept the chicken moist.👍

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

yum yum

[@PumpkinVillage]

This was so good. Another very enjoyable video. Take care, Al

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@denaredford6701]

I like the old time music .

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Not just me then.

[@lindauribe6872]

NOTHING like old radio shows.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Fred does a great job

[@Littlervrentals]

I own 6 RV Trailers, a little 12 volt solar powered fan on a little thermostat attached to the back coils of the fridge would make a world of difference! Give it a try or at least on your new fridge!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Great tip, thanks

[@vernareed2692]

Hearing the buzzing of the bugs(mosquitoes), especially in the kitchen I kept thinking there was one around my head!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A lot of that going on with this spring series.

[@mrdfoutz]

I'm very relieved to know that you have a new freezer standing by. I wondered if those were still available, since it would inevitably fail. We'll need to ask Vonnie about all that "All my dreams came true" stuff! 😉

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Propane fridges are still being made but OH the prices.

[@scottclay4253]

That hanging tree scared me. I immediately realized I could quit worrying for you, you survived or I wouldn’t be seeing your video. My first thought when I saw it, “This is a job for your solar power boulder lifter.” I enjoyed seeing the back of your propane freezer, I am going to have to do some research to understand the details of how it functions Thank you, Martin. Great way to start my Saturday.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I was careful with the tree and was protected by some things you could not see in the video. Propane fridge is very complicated process.

[@danjennings6817]

Thanks Martin

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

My Pleasure

[@jneal6349]

Those mosquitoes drive me nuts just watching them in your video!! As a consulting forester I try to avoid too much summer work in the woods.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You and me both! I head to Manitoba to canoe in mid-summer. Just returned after40 days in Atikaki P.P.

[@robertsouthernsouthern5524]

Lovely bubbly

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes

[@robertsouthernsouthern5524]

Nice song

[@johnr3603]

Props to your southern California fanclub!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Very special and only heard on Fred's Sunday program.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Calif. has my back.

[@Rick1dat]

For someone that said I have to take it easy you sure don't hear yourself very well. I understand that kind of not doing what I said to myself, thing. Be safe young man.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh, I did really back off but video of that gets boring pretty quick.

[@oldpolak5203]

Must be getting lonely when you decide on making pancakes for the birds 🐦. 😁

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yes, I need something to land near and talk to.

[@DaveCollierCamping]

Take care - enjoy your time

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

No problem doing that.

[@DaveCollierCamping]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 awesome

[@jeanadamsick9854]

HEY THERE, MARTIN, REST CAN BE HARD TO DO FOR, ONE THAT IS ALWAYS DOING, HARD WORK. NOTHING LIKE CAST IRON COOK WARE!! THATS WHAT I USE. YOUR A, PRETTY HANDY, FELLOW!!!! Do take care. Fl.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Red Green says we should at least be handy, LOL

[@lawrencejacobs2136]

Martin are you noticing that things are getting harder to move and pick up? I am contributing that to the increase in gravity each year!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

So that is what's happening!

[@larryjacobs5713]

Just got back from my cabin ! My problem have been getting too much practice for “when I get old”

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I feel it too.

[@chrishelms1967]

Those damn mosquitoes 🦟

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Noah should have swatted the pair!!

[@chrishelms1967]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 .... exactly

[@moegardner1]

I am suffering from vertigo for months now, they tried rolling me over and letting me rest, then rolling me again and so forth, hasn"t worked yet.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

My wife knows that drill and it did work for her.

[@moegardner1]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Thank goodness it worked for her, it is a horrible and frightening affliction. Thanks for the vids, always an enjoyment to my morning before I head off to work.

[@lynnuppermichigan9187]

You need a 4 wheeler for days you need that little extra help.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Just not viable at the cabin

[@65895555]

Could you please provide your chicken in the bag recipe, and stuffing. Looks great. Thanks

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Pretty simple, cooking bag and foil wrap around rear of bird so whole bag of dressing can be sealed inside the foil.

[@privatepilot4064]

Great song dedicated to you! Me and my Sweetheart have been happily married for 46 years! She always tells me it seems like 80 years to her. I wonder what she means by that? 😀

[@oldpolak5203]

I wouldn't know , 40 or 80 very little difference 😂

[@bradirwin5345]

I tell everyone that we been together for 15yrs... Then pause and say 2 good yrs;0)

[@jkingston5498]

My husband says it all seems like 5 minutes, underwater. Haw

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh wow! But it is a great song and you will only hear it on that program, no where else is there a hint of it.

[@privatepilot4064]

@@jkingston5498 🤣

[@locksbog4270]

Boy if it weren’t for that darn leg lol 👍😃✌️🇺🇸

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Yeah

[@tedsemonis7905]

Martin there is old and there is crippled. So, rest and take care.

[@johnr3603]

Work smartet, not harder..,I think he does😇

[@tedsemonis7905]

@@johnr3603 He is there to rest, if he doesn't than the next person can keep it going.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I did.

[@timidater4803]

Vonnie is going to yell at ya Marty!!LOL! supposed to be taking it easy!!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

How she knew??

[@timidater4803]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 her eyes are on you1 LOL!

[@finpainter1]

The life of Rlley ,I mean Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

All the same.

[@davevann2925]

WOW, you should try Yard Guard spray or Thermacell.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Going in April may be the answer.

[@theyangview1898]

#1 Comment High five from all the guys down here at Northwoodsman1 Southern Command!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Back at you. Bud, don't let it go to your head, anyone could have handled the call.

[@theyangview1898]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 …. (Tom here) …. That’s exactly what I told Bud but he assured me it was his suave charisma that influenced the DJ to put his best foot forward. I don’t know if you’ve noticed Martin but ya just can’t win with Bud. He’s a legend in his own mind.

[@backyardwoolst]

Anyone know if that radio show/station is on line? Always sounds nice on a Sunday night. Can’t find it.

[@skline1398]

While watching this and thinking about your hip the thought of someone organizing an old fashion Amish cabin (barn) rising for you.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I do have a plan like that when things are all in order.

[@guysview]

Slave butter ON your pancake not in your pancake. ha ha And syrup also LOTS of butter and syrup. and don't forget bacon.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Breakfast for the hardy.

[@markwesolowski9384]

WHAT!!!! No Blueberries on those panacakes?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Too early for that.

[@MaureenByrnes]

✌🏻♥️

[@timidater4803]

what is the foil on your chimney pipe Martin? to help seal it?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I poked a hole in it while cleaning it.

[@timidater4803]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 Thanks!!

[@myronbenware8779]

You have all those solar panels there, why not go to a 12volt frige?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I already have the propane ones in back-up.

[@cdanielson1]

Hello, I am from MN and was wondering what station you listen to for the Sunday evening radio show.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

tunein.com/radio/KSJB-600-s35344/ KSJB in Jamesrown AM 600

[@loda9510]

What is the reason that the freezer is not in the cabin?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It cools the best outside where it is usually cooler.

[@lawrencejacobs2136]

Martin pancakes then brownies, and a Coke! Are you on some kind of a health kick?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I do try.

[@guysview]

112 F today in The Dalles Oregon. Boogers. 8-(

[@jasond6770]

Might be a good time for a dip in the Columbia!?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

A Hawk's Pond day for sure.

[@richsimon3310]

I'm curious how you power your freezer?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Propane, its a different process that works well.

[@larry851]

If plan D doesn't work you go to plan E, that's why the alphabet is so long.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Glad I learned them in school.

[@drc1883]

couldn't tolerate the mosquitos.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I have my limits too.

[@douglasschrier4963]

Can't find that radio program. . .ever. where's it out of??

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

AM 600 KSJB Jamestown, ND it's online

[@BorealSelfReliance]

Do you get white throated sparrows over there? I've been hearing them up in NE Minnesota for the past 5weeks.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Oh yeah

[@HonorableBeniah-A]

How come you don’t keep the icebox inside the cabin?

[@daleolson3506]

Bears

[@HonorableBeniah-A]

@@daleolson3506 but he keeps food in the cabin.

[@HonorableBeniah-A]

@@408Magenta I have propane water heater, refrigerator, clothes dryer, and cook stove in my house, this is totally normal.

[@amyweingarten8838]

I live in the up of Mich. over the years people using malfunction ones have been monoxided over from them.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It throws off a lot of heat I do not need in the warm seasons and being out in the cool it stays frozen better. Also the fumes could add up to too much.

[@robertsouthernsouthern5524]

Wheres your buddy these days

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

He was lounging in his tent in Wyoming.

[@curtisep5885]

Can't remember what your radio station is??? You mentioned it in a few videos back. What is their call letters again?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

am 600 ksjb Jameston ND

[@theyangview1898]

8:18 *Big Martin’s Geritol kicks in*

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

there come's a time for all things