Very Important Rabbit Update + Plans For Our Future Rabbitry | Update On The Fertilizer Sled

[@donniecarter4981]

Jacob and Alex where have yall been? I would like to see yalls videos again.

[@sherriepullen6429]

My husband and I miss y’all so much! Wish you would come back. Ridge Life also misses y’all and I know a lot of people do. Y’all are such a beautiful Christian couple and we loved y’all.

[@osmadchlo]

Jacob and Alex... I just wanted to come back after almost a year has gone by and say that I still miss you both and wish you and your families the Merriest Christmas ever!

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you

[@orlandoorozco2592]

Hello!!! No more videos?

[@birdmandan7077]

I dated a gal from Kentucky and she always made me go hunting before the 1st. of January. She said her family had a wives tale that said if you have rabbit on your dinner plate on New Years day that it would be a prosperous year for the family!. Seeing the rabbits being fed made me think of that old wives tale. Glad to see you all making videos again! May the lord bless you all every day of your life on this rock.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

I've always heard of black eyed peas.

[@bradcash8572]

Thanks for the update. Nice to see you a little more often. Kind of feels like you've got a shadow over you. You're both so subdued in the vid. I'll say a little prayer for that shadow and whatever took you away from us for so long to loosen it's hold. You both seem like great people. Want you to be happy.

[@sherrydaughtry9625]

Thinking about y’all. Miss y’all. ❤️❤️. God Bless. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@virginiacurrey2019]

Love to watch you both caring for the animals on the farm. So quietly and tenderly. A beautiful place God gave you. Pristine! You always research and figure out any issues, then correct them.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Yes we are very blessed and thankful for our property

[@mpedmar9701]

Would love to see more from you two, Jacob and Alex we miss you. Praying that you are all doing well and that your families are well too. Stay happy, healthy, hydrated and safe. May God continue to bless you, your family and your adventures.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you for praying for us.

[@mpedmar9701]

@@SawyerRidgeFarm Always 💚

[@bernadettemanning6896]

We miss you both very much I learned so much from your videos please don't let the negative viewers keep you away God bless you both

[@michele6799]

sure do miss you guys. i do wish you all the best in the new year and that your happy safe and healthy.

[@michele6799]

and that life is treating you good.

[@georgevelt7125]

Hi guys, hoping everything is good at the Sawyer farm . Starting to think that you folk are not enjoying KZbin as much as your viewers do. I think that both of you are a wonderful and refreshing Chanel couple who are trying to get ahead but not at all cost. I know that God is your go to as he is with me and mine , I have nothing but respect for you both and praying our Lords blessing on you as a family always

[@marylott3076]

Thanks for the up date on the rabbits Looks like you have a great feeding and watering plan. Always love seeing Judah and Moses play. Take care!

[@tammyhenry2073]

Love seeing your both back on

[@vickik791]

MISS YOU 😢 Hope all is well. ❤️

[@u.p.northhomestead484]

Miss ya guys! Hope all is well👍♥👍

[@mattrosensweet1502]

Sarah from Living Traditions Homestead just did a video on rabbits. Maybe check out her video, she gave a good info on breeding. Good to see you both back on the tube!

[@alicemorton4469]

You have done a fantastic job with the rabbits! Wish I could help with it all. Alex keep that light shining.

[@sherrydaughtry9625]

I still think about y’all often. Wondering how y’all are doing. Hope all is well. May God bless and keep y’all. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

God is good to us, thank you sherry

[@karenrogers2826]

So good to see you again! Have been missing you, Alex. Lovely animals you have!

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you!

[@30547etris]

Have had you 2 in my Prayers with this bad weather , stay safe, God Bless.

[@marcheloskymedinama9808]

We hope you guys are doing well God bless you guys we miss your videos

[@ice7353]

Hope to see more videos so glad you're back!!

[@deborahbarton3340]

We love and miss yall God Bless.

[@gwenzenk3748]

Love to see all the animals n you folks update

[@user-lr3dl2ct5i]

We have missed you two happy to see you both. God bless

[@lindareeves8524]

Love you and Alex, thanks for the update on the rabbits. GOD bless you and your family

[@rondcookr]

Great to have you all back! LOVE ur videos.

[@sandy-001]

What about a free standing lean-to? Does it have to be attached to the work shop? We have two decks on our house but they aren't attached to it. Also, Living Traditions just put out a teaching video on rabbits. I'm so thrilled to see y'all back! ❤

[@luwrolstad1274]

I miss your videos. I sure hope you are both well and happy. God bless your hearts and life.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you!

[@drk218]

Hi Alex and Jacob. I hope Alex will get back in the kitchen soon sharing some good recipes with us. I always enjoyed that. 🙂 Y’all take care.

[@wandamartin2977]

Love seeing you guys back ❤ 💛 💓 💙

[@charleneschmidt541]

Kevin, from Hidden Heights Farm, made a lean-to on his metal building. Not sure which video it was. He might have some answer to the attachment to the building. So happy to see you back. ❤️👍

[@leann4925]

Charlene I was going to suggest that also. His hasn't fallen down either and looks nice.

[@Crystal-ge9gh]

Good to see ya'll! Well, don't have any good advice but thanks for the great footage of Moses and Judah, always a joy to see! God Bless❤️

[@tashagoodson3920]

Galvanized Hanger Strap is what living traditions used to hold them up works amazing on everything

[@brettklingerman14]

i wish yoall would post updates! miss you guys! semper fi!

[@vivianwilliams2216]

The new rabbit shelter sounds like 👍 a great idea 💡! 😊👍💕💕💕

[@cynthiabarrow509]

Jacob I laughed at the comment about building heavy. When my Bob builds me something I always say please don’t make it too “early garage”. He knows I mean please honey not so heavy I can’t move it. 🤣🤣. All sounds great. Thank you for the video. Alex please keep me in mind if you ever start selling fertilizer again. Hope you are doing well. Oh, and I am working hard to finally set up a KZbin. Editing is hard for this old girl but when I get comfortable I will see how my upload goes. I am going to call it Finish Well Farm. I am only 2 yrs behind you since that meetup in S Oklahoma. 🤣🤣. I am very proud of you two for staying at this. I really believe the Lord will continue to bless your channel. You can tell by the comments everyone supports you two and your efforts. Take care young-in’s💕💕

[@scrapironprepper]

I am just starting with rabbits and plan to sell manure. What is a fair price to charge?

[@cynthiabarrow509]

@George Duncan. I have paid a large swing. I just signed up for some from a town south of me. $5/30-40# bag. That is very cheap. Last year I paid $10 and they delivered. It had lots of rocks that I could not really tell when I Put it down. I noticed it was clumpy but did not even think rocks at the time. It was not until I worked on my fall beds that I learned my beds were not usable for carrots due to all the rocks. I got one cleaned out in time to plant some carrots. Needless to say I will not buy those again. I have paid as high as $12-15 for a bag. If it is good quality folks don’t mind paying. I am allergic to rabbits so I can’t really do the breeding thing because of the hair issues. Jacob and Alex sold me excellent manure compost. So short answer. How many gardeners near you, how many rabbit farms, what kind of quality are you providing? I don’t mind paying a fair price. “A worker is always worth his wage”. But I would rather buy expensive blood meal than damage my beds with a lot of rocks. I hope this is helpful. Good luck with your rabbit venture. I think more and more people will be gardening and looking for sources of quality protein and manure.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Yes Cynthia, Jacob definitely tends to build things on the heavy side. But I will say, they usually will withstand the storms. Lol And I can't wait to watch your videos! I'd love to learn about the berries you grow! Also, we should have lots of fertilizer available come early spring. Holler at me when you need me to start saving some up.

[@hardnackfarms1736]

Hey there! Hope all is well! I have 8 pet rabbits I just love them. Have a blessed week! Wendy❤️🐞🌺🌸

[@davebentley8945]

I've done construction for 25 plus years and I would use a 2x10 for your header and then yes using lag bolts is fine and you should be able to secure the lag bolts to the inside pole barn header. I hope that helps

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you for the tip!

[@Sagern234]

Aye, i was going to say tie into existing header using lags and or bolts/nuts. Joist hangers as well. Same as dave said. If it was me i would possibly even remove siding and do the above, then cut and replace, (could open up possibilities of reordering shopspace in future or restricting access to shed side) but not exactly needed and IS a lot more work.

[@russellwatters5891]

That's a sturdy looking, well made pen! Thankfully it doesn't have to be moved daily, but I'd take long lasting and well made over weight and convenience any day! Love ya'll ❤️

[@judydrouhard2651]

You might look at Hidden Heights. They did the same type of thing off their barn. 🥰

[@jenhalliburton6251]

Arms family built off their barn. Might wanna watch that. Hugs

[@kathydavies6746]

I’m really enjoying watching you videos. I remember raising rabbits and chickens.

[@colleenrumsey9348]

Hi there 😊 Just wanted you to know that I miss your videos. And hope you will reconsider coming back to you tube. Best wishes

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you for the encouragement

[@u.p.northhomestead484]

Great to see you guys! I saw an artical this morning about a rabbit disease,effecting 17states now,expected to spread and wipe out 80%... Something to look into,at least be aware of... Much love to everyone!

[@katiemiller6034]

Hi Jacob and Alex, Just a thought on moving your slider Rabbit system, you could get the heavier chains and attach one to each of the three supports and attach the other end to a cedar log or 2x4 (which ever works best) and drag the setup with the 4 wheeler that way. It would allow for an even pull I think. Again, just a thought! Lots of luck with that and I too am glad to see your posts again. :-)

[@davekovacs8818]

Can’t wait to see the project come together

[@lindapetersen1800]

Jacob & HI ALEX !!! You got the right idea for putting the header on up there don't worry none you got a good Head on your shoulders go for that and when putting the cedar posts into the ground burn them up to the level of the earth or just a little bit more it may sound dumb but it ain't Japan does it & it lasts a longer bit more bugs and stuff won't go into it !!!

[@paulcourts3627]

Looking forward to more videos.

[@carolynmesser7199]

Good to see you Alex , love the furry rabbits.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thanks 👍

[@ShaneZettelmier]

The best way is going to be to dig some post holes and put posts along the backside of your building. It’s really not made to carry a heavy load but you guys don’t have too much snow so you could probably get away with a header but make sure there are lag bolts going through that header to the inside that are connecting to the framework that holding the roofing up at the top of that wall, you could also add some supports inside, if you’ve got a concrete floor in there you could just make some 2 x 4 framed areas to the top to support some headers so you don’t have to have Post outside, that would basically be building Post inside and using your concrete floor but would take up a little bit of room. Another thing I see as I’m looking at the ground is you have erosion from water, you may want to dig out and put some French drain or field tile under there to move water on that ground away from the base of the building. A third thing I’ve noticed from having rabbits myself once. Worms love rabbit poop areas and if the rabbits are pooping on the ground there you probably have a lot of worms which means that’s going to be pretty soft ground because they keep it moving and I but being that it’s the foundation of that building right there you probably don’t want that ground to be softened that way so instead of using weed cloth you might want to use some plastic or even just pour some cement there even a thin layer just to make it so that all runs off to the side and can be hosed out to go to the back of the building under that gate, maybe even pour some concrete under that gate to run it away from the building a few feet. That will get rid of the urine buildup and act as a watershed because I’m sure you get water moving down there from the hill behind you, I can see the erosion marks coming down, having some concrete there by the base, even if it’s ugly or cracked concrete will move a ton of that water away so when you get heavy rains it will kind of act as a gutter and push it all out away from the building foundation. If you don’t want to modify the inside of the building or a worried about it supporting the lean to roof, you can just build the lien two as an independent structure and overlap the metal roofing, instead of just having posts on one side have posts on the back as well and then you can screw it to the building just to give it some stability but those post next to the building will actually be what’s holding it up and you could probably put those on some blocks or pavers if you’re not worried about it settling and you don’t want to bother with the concrete work. I remember you had the skid steer so if you rented an auger you could pretty easily drill holes to do some concrete bases. You can go to Lowe’s or Home Depot and buy the metal post base that you stick in the concrete before it dries. You’re more than capable of doing it, it’s just some Labor and the concrete job doesn’t have to be amazing you can just use quick Crete bags but that’s probably what I would do, then it’s going to be a good solid anchor because you guys get a lot of wind and if it settles a little here and there it’s not gonna be putting all that stress and strain on your building. Just some things to think about. If you really want to just do it on the cheap there are concrete bases that you can buy or just get some concrete blocks and just build the framework so the whole thing stands off of that, that way it will stand independently on its own and the only reason you bought it to the building is just to make sure it’s close enough that the rain doesn’t have a big gap to go through.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you for the tips!

[@karenladwig3856]

You always do a good job when you build!

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you

[@elizabethmacdonald4605]

Really miss you Alex and Jacob, wish you would come back! 😢 Hope you are doing well. God bless!

[@janicewilliams2194]

On the rabbit cage, I think you could add on an axle with wheels and have it centered up. Then make a tongue that is about 6 or 7 feet long so you can tow it and be able to back it up. Just an idea and it really would be easy to do. Love the rabbits. Nice video. Stay Safe °•♡•°°•♡•°°•♡•°

[@lauraschindler8934]

So good to see you guys back doing videos. Beautiful rabbits. Love seeing the dogs playing. God bless

[@Cthomas5678]

Miss you all! Would love to see what you guys have been up to! Hubby loves the cane corsi ❤ hope all is well with you guys

[@debbiew.7094]

Looking forward to your build for the rabbits lean to! Wow I'd say you do have a lot of rabbits! Good food though! I loved seeing Judah and Moses! They both are gorgeous!

[@stanmashek3085]

good to see you back

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

Your animals look very happy and well taken care of .

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you!

[@droy3886]

I just discovered your channel but it appears that you aren’t doing videos anymore. I love the content I have seen.

[@melinda5777]

Another great video! Glad to see Alex out and about. Wish I could help on the build project, I have to see the others ideas 1st since I DIY. LOL!! Your DIYs look great though. Stay Healthy and Always, 🙏🙏❤❤🇺🇸🇺🇸👍👍

[@happyquilt1557]

I love your honesty, thanks

[@sharongraser6579]

Thanks for sharing! I think the weed fabric was a good idea.

[@drk218]

That is a nice rabbit structure. Very nice.

[@wayne2732]

Miss you guys. Hope all is well.🙏

[@bm4104]

Glad to see you back.

[@marthaivery258]

I love Sawyer Ridge Farm, love every video. God Bless you for all you do.

[@brazosvalleysoaps]

The weed fabric is genius! Awesome video as always. I'm definitely taking notes!

[@marcheloskymedinama9808]

Good to see you guys, God bless you guys

[@LGHomestead]

I don't have any advice for ya--just glad to see ya'll are back and doing well.

[@jbs454]

That would be great with some old lawn mower wheels to roll around if possible. On most pole barns there are 2x6 or bigger at the top of the side walls screw your header into those if your barn has them, shim in between the ridges on the tin on the outside of the building so it doesn’t crush it.

[@garymixson687]

I would put 6 wheels on that frame and use the nonflat wheelbarrow type. Move very easy over rough ground.

[@awesomesauce7535]

Love how you two are always looking to update or improve on your homestead. Very innovative. Great idea with the weed barrier cloth. And the movable ones definitely look sturdy. I agree, probably just 3 to 4 rabbits per bunny tractor, just have 2 instead of the one bigger one. I think Jason from Sow the Land had a decent setup for his chicken tractor or chic-shaw. Loved seeing the dogs and the rest of the animals. Great video guys 🙂

[@mikesweeney7190]

Loved the intro..So great you both are back on.Always so informative.Two clicks Peace.

[@wergardengals3242]

Great see y’all and Judah and Moses playing🤟🏼

[@lucretiawrolstad3997]

Sure do miss your posts

[@Bunefoo401]

Shane Z has some great ideas, Jacob, especially the French drain and retaining wall after you level out your 16 feet, to divert the water, even if it’s just around each side of your workshop o bring the groundwater to the side(s) and away from the rear.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Yes a retaining wall is something I'm wanting to do to keep the water run off deverted.

[@LLjean-qz7sb]

Love your "Rabbit Sled"! What if you used some used boogie boards (short surf boards) or surf boards( take off the rudders underneath) or round disk sleds instead of your 2x4 sled runners? Maybe it will move easier. So glad you guys are back! The dogs got so big! God Bless!

[@dawnweck]

I still miss you guys so very much!

[@eugenewilkerson1307]

Miss your videos have a great summer.

[@godsgreenacreshomestead708]

I don't have a construction background, and looks like you're getting some good advice but if you want a visual, Kevin at Hidden Heights built a lean to onto his barn last year and videoed it all with even drone shots. Put that together with todays comments and you should be good to go!

[@bethdeaton4649]

sure do miss you guys 😞 hope all is well ❣️

[@sherrydaughtry9625]

Just wanted to say Hi. And still thinking about y’all. God Bless. ❤️🙏🏻

[@enigma90003]

Miss you guys, hope to see you soon.

[@JR-xw5dk]

Have you thought about a block and tackle? You could move it by hand if you had a post you could tie to. Maybe drive it at an angle. Nice build.

[@catfishgardens743]

Hey I pretty well have close to the same setup I put my skids on long ways and pull it with my four-wheeler it works pretty good that way

[@T.J-and-Soul]

Alex my dear friend and Jacob my Brother I got myself a Cone Corso female last night. 15 weeks old, she is so adorable and loyal. I'd love to see you guys put out more videos. Forget what that little loser boy did. Shine a light on your own love and lifes. Please do more videos ✌️🤎🍄

[@stacyclark5910]

LOVE that intro music!!!❤

[@lilywalter3236]

Hey bud, I think you should face the new rabbit shelter backwards. Seeing that slope and the wooded area, if you get a lot of rain, it's all going to end up inside your rabbity again. Keep the idea of mounting a heater up high, it can still slope down away from the workshop, but then build a wall straight down, (on the forest side), so you walk into the rabbity against the workshop wall. I hope that makes sense. Keep up the good work!

[@HadenFamilyOutdoors]

Thankful to find your channel. I’ve enjoyed looking around

[@wendyjohnson2366]

I thought it looked different where the rabbits were sorry ya had to move them I know nothing about building wish I did best of luck ! Maybe someone at church might have some ideas? Glad ya are back much love

[@shirleymoore4885]

Good to see you guys back! Wow how many rabbits do you guys have now?

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

A dozen or so breeding does and 4 bucks right now. And any grow outs we might be raising at the time.

[@diannaboffer7706]

Nice rabbit cage. Stay Blessed☺

[@carols1030]

Add a ledger board full length along the exterior of the shed, attaching it firmly to the frame inside the metal shed. You can then use regular joist holders to suspend the beams. I am building something similar this spring AND putting the support posts far enough inside the drip line of the roof that I can stack 2 rows of firewood along the entire open length of the shed to offer shade and windbreak to the rabbits in lieu of wall. I just use a wheelbarrow to move bunny poop. Are you overthinking manure removal with your sled contraption? Rabbit tractors are for growout, not broodstock and I just use a 4 hole cage size, no dividers. Top opening with sheet metail laid on top, so I can reach in without fear of escapees.

[@jennygabbard6421]

I guess one can use a Rabbit Tractor for however they want.

[@genewileyopa]

Good to see ya Sawyers. I never realized you were that heavy into rabbits. I remember goats. Rabbits are fun to raise. Do you raise the young to eat when bigger. We raised rabbits years ago and then would harvest them to eat. Your rabbit tractor I'll call it, if it had some wheels on just the front would that be possible. Wouldn't have to raise it much to help.

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Yep, we have lots of breeder rabbits. We supply our local farm store with bunnies for pets. But yes, we also raise up a litter or two each year for meat for ourselves.

[@cavalryscout8720]

Hope you guys are well.. I've followed you for a few years and noticed you haven't posted in awhile. Would love to see how your homestead has progressed

[@randamcfadden2020]

Hidden Heights Farm recently added a lean to attached to their barn. Good video on how he built it on KZbin.

[@GinaKayLandis]

On the rabbit sled, is there something with a slick surface you could attach to the sled skids? When it's real heavy, those 2x4 skids may tend to dig into soft garden earth. Possibly, Jason Contreras from Sow the Land might have ideas on moving the rabbit sled. His chicken tractors are heavy and he has a wheel on the front with a foot-controlled brake. Kind of like some office conference tables so the tables don't move unless you want them to 🤷‍♀️ He has helped others build structures as well, so may be able to help you determine a good method of mounting that 2x8 onto your metal structure. Glad you and Alex are posting again! Thanks for another great video!

[@chriswillet6739]

On the Rabbit Tractor if you wanted to go to harbor fraight and get you four of the trailer Jacks that bolt to the tongue of the trailer and turn up out of the way you should be able to mount a wheel on it. That would make moving it easier.

[@conniegant7781]

Sure miss seeing you guys, Praying all is well. God Bless

[@SawyerRidgeFarm]

Thank you

[@vbarrdms]

Maybe check with Kevin at Hidden Heights. They put up a lean next to their main barn and he did not attach the lean to, to the barn. It is working well for them, it seems. They moved their hay cradle under their and haven’t seemed to have a rain issue, that they have mentioned.