ROUND Trees to SQUARE Timbers / Is Wilderness Living on a YouTube Income Possible ? (Ep13)

I've doubled down on the wilderness dream. I need an income to get by, so I've decided to bank on making KZbin videos that show my journey and hope they pay off. Otherwise it's back to the grind away from my very remote property when the money runs out.
Once some of the upfront costs are covered, I just may be able to keep the spending to a minimum. I will do my best and keep the dream alive as long as possible.
It's worth a shot.
Godspeed everyone.

[@joannabowers1358]

The sawdust can be used in your outhouse to kill the smell. I’m enjoying your channel. You might consider getting a PO Box, so that us old, retired folks can send you stuff or create an Amazon wish list. I like helping out those who are working toward their dreams.

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

I think that's a great and fair idea. Don't over commercialize because then an audience will feel exploited, HOWEVER, often your subscribers want to feel part of a project with things such as; * post office box number for gifts * But me a coffee (or in the case help with groceries) and, * An Amazon wish list Are entirely reasonable! Only thing I would recommend is not to accumulate stuff you can't properly care for now as you may have a bear nursery checking out your latest toys! What comes around goes around, as we help others they help us.

[@thenorthernwoodhouse5015]

@@Eirene-vw1dt HERE HERE

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

@@thenorthernwoodhouse5015 there there

[@raezor3489]

What a Great Idea .

[@Lucy_and_Ethels]

@@thenorthernwoodhouse5015 Absolutely get a P.O. Box. Many of us who want to watch quality content and have no use for "The Golden Bach" sort of drival found on regular TV...... don't mind supporting the creator (s) of content we enjoy. You also need levels of membership in the channel. Nothing huge $5.00 or $10.00 a month.

[@jksurvivalbushcraft]

Bud, I gotta tell you, I am so pumped to watch your videos on Thursday! Keep it up!! We are behind you 100%

[@bartobuilt2601]

these updates are great, Loving the content. If a guy on the south coast had a bunch of mechanical and building stuff to donate to you how would he do it? I'm on vancouver Island but could probably sort out some of the transport.

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

There ya go! ♥️🇨🇦

[@firebladeclements]

HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON FOLKS! That's the least we can do for this wonderful content! Cheers from Cape Breton!

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

Agree and easy to forget to simply press 'like'. I've already gone back episodes to press 'like'! Good reminder👍

[@Britt3906]

I'm always looking forward to Thursdays now 😉 You're doing amazing. You've got so many ppl rooting for you. Be safe! See yah next Thursday 😊

[@rfastkats924]

I found that Blue Dawn dish soap can replace all other soap and it is really good for getting oil out of stuff.

[@susangranger2174]

You are living the life that people can only dream of Enjoy every step of your adventure. You are doing exceptional Keep up the good work All the best Take care

[@Jimmy213west]

I agree with everything Susan just said. ✌🏼

[@judyschepp8748]

MMMMEEEE TTTTOOO❤❤😊😊😊​@@Jimmy213west

[@savigokhul8713]

Love❤ you channel. You show the real hardship of building your off grid property. Good luck to you .Hopefully soon you can get some sponsorship for you channel.

[@RMSadventures-ie4fr]

i would remove the air filter each time i leave that way if bear comes back and messes with gen then i wouldnt have to keep cleaning it until i could get it bolted down

[@rootofevil777]

Good to see your boots held up after their bear attack (hopefully still waterproof). Don’t hurt your back trying to lift/drag too much. I know you’re aware Watching how much you eat blows my mind but then I remember how many calories you’re burning. Thanks for another good video!

[@michelairolo]

Hey, nice job man! Keep going and take it easy don’t get hurt.. I have a cabin up in the Swiss Alps at 2000mt and one thing I appreciate are my veggie , lettuce , spinach and things like this that I grow in normal flower pots , away from the reach of deer’s, I know it’s doesn’t sound much but it’s something when you are far from groceries

[@Servant_of_Christ]

There is no nice way to say this, but you need a dog. Remember to do the firewood for the winter, it takes time to dry so find deadwood until you got a 3 year drying cycle going. Get some gillnets, trotlines and fish traps going, build a fishsmoker and a drying cage away from camp.

[@aaronthewizard8891]

Just want to say that I love your channel and have been watching since you started posting. You are living a dream that many of us have and I’m so glad you’re going to be uploading more. You have the types of videos where I never want them to end lol. You rock dude!

[@Mewsielynx]

I always break up urinal blocks..bears don't likevthose..and wind chimes..lots of those..then they know you are there..😊❤😊

[@jaybirdwolfe277]

duder! youre killing it the videos are AWESOME and i'm sure they will keep picking up viewers momentum but either way we want more!!!!!!!!!!be safe

[@pswoodworks7007]

Great content so keep it coming. I like the idea of a PO Box. I always have things laying around that that I'm sure you could use. Look forward to your Thursday morning post.

[@TheTgall11]

You are an inspiration !!! I challenge all current viewers, to share this channel and help build up the subs quickly. I shared on "X", and will continue to do so..best regards from Calgary!!😉🙏

[@Nena84734]

Dang, those supply and hauling trips are long and probably boring for you but, you know, gotta have it. That log you milled looks really nice, saved a ton of money there! Great episode, loved every second, thanks so much!!!

[@caroloum5323]

Good video. Keep on going. Can already see the second cabin prep coming together. 😊😊

[@dcranch4820]

You should pick up a few potted tomatoes, peppers, zuccchini and such. Would be cheaper than buying items in store. Get a solar electric fence to protect your stuff! Love your videos! What a great adventure most can only dream about!

[@neutonrenda2303]

Looking at your cooking it's not very often I come across someone with similar tastebuds lol. The brussel sprouts were the first clue, then the potatoes done in butter with eggs and now the red and yellow peppers on the grill definitely confirmed it. Yummy!

[@thomasdausch8557]

Always great to see a video from you , you are a hard working man for sure , such good support for your channel just from reading over all the comments , what is the trail like that you started to build , any further along , getting your ATV near you to help in moving the heavy lumber would be something you need, best wishes from Florida

[@KathleenMuller-e5l]

Beautiful work. Looking forward to watching your progress over the summer months. Best wishes!

[@kimkimkim2634]

Another awesome video! You could install a camera trap for wildlife. You'd be able to show us what's going on outside at night.

[@neutonrenda2303]

Wow, look at all of that timber that you hauled in, epic. Great progress again and very inspiring to see you progressing, and enjoying it. 👍

[@mikemckinley1031]

Hello you should make a box for your generator out of your scrap wood mount it into the ground I love property and what you’re doing on it way to go keep doing those videos look on marketplace for a wood stove it’s better than looking for a new one keep up the great work here from Ontario Canada ❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦😎

[@skeetermalcolm1655]

Should be pretty smooth sailing since you got most of the materials there depending on the rain, looking forward to seeing more of the build brother, good luck

[@Roger_Clarence]

The greatest comments of love & support on any channel, The Law of attraction at its finest!!! These are the people I wanna hang out with!!

[@cabinriveroutdoors]

Thanks Roger. Woww

[@longjohn77]

Right on, Roger, love the positivity.

[@rosmonk6836]

Hi my friend, great to ‘be’ back on that beautiful land with you. You are a man who doesn’t give up. I enjoy your ‘company’, now every Thursday. I really could have coped well, living in the wilderness, but that’s not how my life went. I’m a 71 year old grandma, & an Aussie to boot. I’ve been in a wilderness of my own, but that’s another story 😊. I love to see your sheer determination over any task put before you. Even your bravery, to open your door, to what may have been a bear, or two! I’m amazed. Your snippets of humour, somewhat dry, my favourite, is very uplifting. I pray good things for you as you fulfill your dreams. Keep God close to you, & He will be your best friend. I wouldn’t be here today if it wasn’t for His presence & love. Your new boat is ideal, & the extra length carries your lumber easily. So good to see you so settled into your new property. Your first episode, showed the thickness of the, well, forest comes to mind, lol. Now it’s a beautiful scene. God bless.

[@judyschepp8748]

I would love to hear your story or read your story!!!! I bet it's amazing, Rosemont. Love your comment and agree❤❤❤🎉🎉😊😊

[@rosmonk6836]

@@judyschepp8748 Thank you. I can do that. But I’ll tell you that the wilderness I’m referring to, is not about nature. 😊

[@colleenv2091]

New subscriber. Admiring your hard work on the homestead and looking forward to your next update. Good looking food btw.

[@tcwest222222]

Is there an Amazon list where we can get you chainsaw chains, yamaha spark plugs, wood screws, etc?

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

One way to find out if it's doable, just plow ahead....keep winter (and bears) in mind in planning ahead. How many of us would just quit jobs if we could? I hedged my bets by working (went back to work) till almost 68 and glad I did. Just do what you do and see what happens!!! ...and yeah, inflation is killing us all....buy lots of potatoes lol. As a single mom for years my daughter and I were potatoe afectionatos lol A garden in the future.... I believe you will make a go if it all! ♥️🇨🇦

[@myronbenware4452]

You are a hard working man. I hope you achieve your goals. I will be watching you succeed.

[@da.vo.6758]

you're living the dream, hope your channel takes off! look forward to Thursday every week now...

[@nothandybutcheap2086]

Brother in a day when there are lots of fake people in the world ,your content is great and real . I’ll always watch your videos … I also have a work hiviz rain jacket

[@gisellegauthier5632]

Buy a dolly to move your generator around. Easier on your back.

[@mikecrawford7352]

Another great video. Yes get all your heavy supply runs done early in the year. Sometimes it can feel like you aren’t making progress with all the runs up and down the river, however it still needed to come up so now or latter you would have needed to do it. So it’s all progress.

[@joannehiiro1111]

My son messaged me to tell me you had posted this morning before I even had a chance to look at my notifications! You are living our dream! I am always impressed by your skills and/or your ability to succeed in task you haven’t done before. The planks you cut yourself look amazing! When Yu took us underwater my heart sank! I was relieved to hear the camera is waterproof. Stay safe!

[@AntCommunityforus]

You are so fortunate.I am so happy for you that you have all that land hopefully you'll be able to build tiny cabins and people can come and rent

[@mastiffsrme]

Tip for the wifi calling, you need to do the initial setup on your phone (basically just enabling it) in town or wherever you get regular cell services, and then when you are at your property, you just set it to wifi calling. Thanks for sharing your adventures 😊.

[@suestange3913]

Good to see your still at it,wow those Bears can be bad, be safe and good speed to you, enjoy watching from the usA, Alabama,!

[@darellsunderlin4670]

Just have a few suggestions, get 2 or 3 filters for the generator , extra oil , and a couple of spark plugs . I know everything is expensive now, but I'd say doing what you're doing and have to do is more important than the money! In fact these things could save you money and time !! As for the bear , if it was me I'd make sure to be there when he is , and either dispatch him or make enough noise or whatever that he don't want to come back ! My personal choice is option 1 , they are good to eat . Old plywood with nails driven through is an old tried and true deturant on a porch ! 😊

[@funnyxguy]

Another great video. Would love to do something similar, but the bugs would proberly be my nr. 1 mood killer... really cant sleep when i hear a buzzing mosquito...

[@cgtanker74]

Best new outdoor channel on YT! Keep it up!

[@brucestewart-smith5789]

I am sure there are some days that are just a slog. But I love the honesty and candor. This is real dream making with no frills. Good luck and make it happen.

[@jamessbetts2218]

Many steps forward, including more big breakfasts dam that bear,hooked on fuel oil. Keep going my friend, Great vid till the next one Love to see big sponsorship help. 😊

[@BarstoolProphet]

West Virginia still watching... A comment for the algorithm. CHEERS MAN 🍺🍺

[@randymiller1604]

Another great video this channel is for real like watching you do what it takes to succeed off grid and you are making it happen l would eat that bear lol

[@meturns4666]

Gidday Shawn , Mate probably your best video yet , your getting so much done , but I think more importantly you've seemed to grasp the steps it's going to take to achieve this monumental feat . Your mental attitude seems to have adjusted and you seemed to be much more positive. Great to see . Time to light 2 smudge fires a day on the stumps of tree's you cut , gets rid of bug n stump . I have seem a few comments of people like myself that would like to donate, you are clearly the real deal in a world of fake KZbinrs . So if you could set up a patrion or P/O box , we can get this train moving . Cheers mate , warmest regards from Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 👍. P.s. if you've rounded a screw off , a piece of rubber (thin) between screw and drill will get it out , simple trick 😉

[@MiklasKuoppala]

I really like the fact you show prices you have to pay for different stuff. Doesnt have to be exact, but it tells it's own story. Not every youtuber is so transparent! Btw it could be smart to numerise the parts on each "episode" which makes it easier for newcomers to catch up

[@Kywiscono]

For real, feels more honest when he shows prices and that struggle

[@louisd9876]

Great life you ha there. That was my dream but never took the chance. How much a board foot is the lumber over there?

[@brandysears3546]

Sending support, love, and kindness from Lexington, MI, USA.

[@janvanvliet5195]

Love your attitude ,against the odds getting things done!

[@lucaschaulk1462]

Great stuff! This is my kind of channel. Keep em’ coming!

[@debbietrebilcoe9441]

Brilliant video look forward to next one

[@00ski94]

Always entertaining. Good luck with you big plans.

[@ourv9603]

Save that top slice you took off the log & build yourself a worktable to keep your stuff off the ground. !

[@Boga217]

The hard work for the beams will be worth it in the long run. Much better quality lumber out of those old trees than you could have ever bought. Good job and keep pushing you got this, thanks for sharing.

[@littlegriffoffgridalberta6837]

Wow ! That boat change your life big time :)) so much easier to get your supplies to the build site" Cook up looked delicious ! Alaskan mill work faster if you have a longer bar on the saw to be able to get more angle cuts way faster than straight across , good job on that big tree !

[@redcanoe9810]

Great filming and editing! Nice going!!

[@laurahaughton4523]

Great video Shawn,you got a lot moved and done. Take care 🌸

[@sebastiannils4357]

I know of a family that died from carbon mono-oxid poisoning using a similar charcoal arrangement for inside heating without a chimney as you show in this video. It is very dangereous. Kind regards

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

Channel your 'inner brat' Shawn. Get organized so you're not flying all over the place. Have a Phase 1,2 and 3 list. Phase 3 should list the bare minimum, top things that absolutely have to be done for winter. Phase 1 and 2 containing the top absolutes for getting to Phase 3. Just have carry forward list to write down things for after this initial Phase 1,2,3 so you know you'll get to them in the next stage. I have done this time and time again, perhaps this or a variation of this will work for you. (Used to work in Admin so have carried this on to personal projects as well. Writing things down also helps to clarify/focus and marks your progress to you feel encouraged). You are right in that, the greatest push of a project uis required in the beginning, it takes a mighty heave hoo to get that momentum going But yeah, many here will help you, I can see that already. You're a lucky man so far! 🌲🌲🌲♥️🇨🇦🌲🌲🌲

[@wanderlore8875]

Get that wish list started sweetie! And some place for drop offs. Your doing great, pick a small spot and put some veggies in if possible, electric net fence solar if can find cheap. Really enjoy your videos and rooting for you!!

[@angleseaw]

You should have a pair of oars in your boat, just in case the motor fails…..

[@judyschepp8748]

FABULOUS ADVICE 🎉🎉🎉🎉 BETTER TAKE IT❤❤❤❤

[@maxdystopia674]

instead of buying a cant hook, or for a "field expedient" way of moving logs, consider screwing a 2x4 to the log, 2 screws and a 3 or 4' board should be sufficient to maneuver a large log

[@RadioMan666]

Keep hanging tough, Brother. 👍👍

[@bottledungdungwekwek]

Go mate. Good job !

[@skipdavison7682]

Good videos, keep them coming.

[@longwildernesswalks]

Absolutely loving the content. Hard work pays off my dude. Way to go!

[@stevewalters4565]

Keep on Rolling and task will get done.

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

Winston Churchill had a quote 'just keep buggering on'. One of many quotes I think about in early phases of a project. The way I see it, he's going to make a go of it. He just needs to keep his 'inner brat' channelled in the right direction. I am also a brat so I totally get it, there's a fiesty'ness in being a brat that can work for you in these challenges.

[@troynixon209]

Are there many fish in the river? Enjoying the videos.

[@alanbanks8735]

Great video and those beams look a great start

[@roscosredneckadventures6717]

Maybe time to get you a nice big puppy ? No need to be out there fully alone.... looking forward to Thursday mornings first thing I do in am now.

[@Eirene-vw1dt]

Once the new cabin is built...puppies are a handful.

[@Doubleodude]

Loving your journey.

[@simonmarden8013]

good job

[@louisd9876]

Definitely need a peavey!!

[@Riyame]

2:13 Anyone else wearing headphones swat at their ear? lol

[@casondave]

WoW, man you really earned this week's paycheck (grin) you hauled in a TON of wood and supplies - well done! You kicked ass and nice beams too! I scooted you a note about a bear deterrent that might work for you. As for that TMS stove, I had one, and those 2" chimney's that use exhaust pipe are just too small for the stove to vent properly, they work-ish but they're junk, want another one?

[@kaym9501]

It's Super Thursday! Yippeeh! Thank you for sharing your adventure with us!!!

[@georgecarter4870]

Thankx for making the effort to film your marathon adventure. The footage is beautiful. Keep up the good work and know that most of us following you understand how hard i is at times. Good luck.

[@dennisbowles9]

Great Job. I don't know how you do all of this alone. After each video, I'm completely exhausted just watching, so I know you must be tired. Put that bear in your freezer. When will you set up a Patron Account so we subscribers can contribute to your channel? All the Best.

[@lindahartley2940]

You're doing great

[@jambrenn7843]

How about getting some fish from the river for a meal now and then? Good luck and best wishes on the cabin build. Been there done that. Though the 24x 24 cabin a friend and I built is winterized, it toke 3 years to finish. We really enjoy the quiet isolation and wild animal life.

[@rfastkats924]

Sounds nice. 40 yrs ago I built my vertical log cabin on my homestead in the woods, using trees from clearing the homestead area. Some people call it the stockade style or Hudson Bay style. A lot easier to handle logs for one person (8ft logs), faster to build and less trouble with shrinking. I built it into a bank/slope with a full length covered porch over looking my creek and garden, I call it my green TV. I have a half full basement and half crawlspace for a cellar. I used river rock for the bottom half. It was a lot of work and lots of trial and error but sure is satisfying

[@Kywiscono]

Dude, get an Amazon wishlist. There are enough fanboys like myself you might be able to get some boxes of screws, small tools, or even some luxuries you wouldn’t buy but would like to have. Influencers do this all the time, might as well let your fans have the option. Dont even need to get adult themed with the videos haha. The fans just like supporting, you’ll be surprised.

[@Kingilization]

"one step forward, two steps back, it's not so bad" Sounds to me like you are facing the wrong way, might as well look where you are going. ;)

[@dachedetre]

I would suggest a buddy heater with the green propane tanks. Will take the edge off. I know all said and done its another cpl hundred. Or even heat up some river rock and put in your sleeping bag or boil water and put in a hot water bottle before u hit bed for the night. Stay warm brother. Keep the vids coming, we r rootin for ye!

[@SeanLank-x7g]

Eat. Wild. Meat. And. Save. Money. Fish. Deer. Squirrel. You. Have. It. All. There. Try. It

[@mikeb5664]

Living the dream!

[@robertlemoine3500]

Folks watch the ads , this helps this great program .lets help .

[@Diver420420]

Nice job

[@mikecrawford7352]

Some creature comforts that you might want to think about. A stool for your work/dinner table on the porch a decent camp folding chair and a platform to sleep on in the cabin or a sleeping loft if there is room. You wouldn’t have to roll up your bed just to move around and you would be warmer up higher. Also in hindsight I bet you wished you put your quick and dirty lean to a bit further forward so you could also step off the front porch right underneath.

[@mfree9202]

The bear situation - seems to be becoming more curious, maybe even confident. I think you need to focus on how to deal with the bear problem - it could potentially become a bigger problem as time progresses. Please be super aware as to your surroundings, don't want to see you getting hurt. Loving the videos, keep them coming

[@cabinriveroutdoors]

You're right. The bear was back again today!

[@stevem1863]

Be careful with coals in a pan like that. There is a risk of Carbon Monoxide poisoning. In the UK a few years back, an entire family died of CO poisoning because they left a smoldering disposable barbecue in their tent awning overnight. Hopefully you have a CO alarm in the cabin (good idea in any case with the wood burner).

[@jasonheichert2491]

Im always waiting for your next videos. Great job on doing what most of us want to do, but don't have the courage to do.

[@jimmyr3591]

Great video. Keep up the great work. You’re living the dream.

[@va7dgp]

I'm not sure where your off-grid site is. I was up by Dawson Creek and noticed Fuel was 161.9 yet down in Abbotsford at 187.9 and higher in New Westminster. Hope your plan goes well.

[@kb_ehh]

How long is a trip to town and back ?

[@charlessessions7293]

Good to see another 📹 😊 !! Take care man 👨 and God Bless U

[@Workbench2257]

Keep up the videos. Love what you're doing. Just a little bit of advice. I know you said you're not a mechanic. That's ok. But I am. Keep your impact away from the saw. Do everything by hand. Most of those bolt threads are aluminum with a steel bolt. Very easy to strip with an impact. Keep up the great work. And be safe.

[@TRIBE.OF.ZEBULUN]

I will watch all your vids to help out. I think you are game with bears, my advice if you have not already, get a 12g. Another trick to keep large critters away is to set trip wires with 12g primers, I have used them here in Aussieland, koala bears are no problem here LOL, but kangaroos, 3rd larges deer in the world, wild dogs and serial killers can be a problem. Does not work on snakes, and we have the worst kind here. To safe on fuel, get a few solar panels, I built a trailer a decade ago with 460w of solar on it, lithium batteries, and I charge my Ryobi tools that way, including a chain saw, LED lights, I can even cook with mains power via an inverter, tried 12v cooking but 240v via an inverter works well. You can run just about everything of a good solar setup. I was very close to becoming homeless due to the GFC of 08/09, and was going to go bush for good, but family saved me, but I did leave the concrete jungle for the country 10 years ago and reside in a small country town now, and use my trailer and gear when I go bush, and if they flick the switch to the world I will go bush for good.

[@cabinriveroutdoors]

Love the information! Keep it coming. That's awesome