The Cabin Walls + Predator Attack: Part 1

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

We sustained brutal attacks this week. We have worked relentlessly to gain control of the situation and hope to have an update to you before the end of this week. Needless to say, the week started out as normal before taking a turn for the worst but we’re pushing ahead to ensure everyone is safe so we are able to return to building. We appreciate your patience!

[@Gingerhomeandgarden]

I am so sorry as a rural Indiana resident its saddening/maddening/frustrating ❤

[@danielbaroncelli9669]

I suggest you to install an electric fence to deter wild animals even bear. It might be good investment to protect yours.

[@libbyjensen1858]

Oh no! I'm so sorry for you-hopefully your camera catches the culprit so you know what you're dealing with. Prayers for your safety. Love from MN

[@ginasmitasin479]

Oregon retired farmer here. We lost sheep to both a mountain lion and coyotes. The coyotes would leave remnants of the sheep and when it was a mountain lion the sheep would just be gone. My brothers (both hunters) said the mountain lions will cycle through an area every three weeks or so as well elk. Maybe get a pair of llamas?

[@davepelfrey3958]

​@@bldfit46, Josh said they had a mountain lion about 8-9 months ago and they, guessing the game wardens were able to remove it.

[@fisherus]

You two need to write a book about time management and how to do it successfully. The way you can bounce from one job to another and pick up speed is overwhelming for most of us to comprehend how you do it. I've never seen anyone who can change hats so often and stay successful with their businesses until I saw you two. You two set the standard!

[@misslora3896]

All while also filming and editing videos, as well as homeschooling their children. They're an unstoppable force for sure.

[@caniacstevehenderson7115]

Exactly correct ❤❤❤❤❤

[@jaysmith3399]

Erin, you are wicked. You work as hard as any man. Josh is a lucky man.

[@ilzitek2419]

😂

[@bartlong7874]

Agree on the dog subject. I have a Great Pyrenees and they are really good at their job.

[@jefferyholland]

Time for a new addition to the farm. Great Pyrenees.

[@doihavetohaveachannel8289]

Canadian here. We have lots of predators. My sister as a sheep ranch right up against the mountains and has a Great Pyrenees dog and sometimes two, as well as a boarder Collie . She does bring them into smaller paddocks at night but the Pyrenees stayed with the sheep always, and they have had very little predation from cougars, bears , cougars or coyotes. They are lovely , friendly dogs to people too.

[@DLG24]

I fully agree with you. A good guard dog would be a big benefit to them.

[@steel12city17cowgirl]

A couple of them!!! They live their jobs and take being a guardian very seriously!! Ellie would love that!!

[@jeffmiller7277]

They have donkeys.

[@rongabbard355]

They work better in pairs or 3's. They take turns patrolling and watching the livestock.

[@ilzitek2419]

An excellent advice.

[@Sunny_Chronicles]

Yay!! A new video from the best KZbinrs in the world!!😉

[@brendahaire8824]

So sorry about the loss. I know that is your top priority to keep everyone safe. Blessings to you.

[@woodfella21]

Josh, as a 50-year carpenter who has used nail guns most of the way, I cringe when I see you toe-nailing those gable wall studs in, without any eye protection. I've worn ANSI rated eyeglasses for most of my career. Many moons ago, I was toe-nailing some 2x6 studs in, and my third nail hit the second nail. It curled up and ricocheted back at me, striking my lens dead center. Taking a chip out of the lens. It was a lucky break that I've never forgotten some thirty years later! Erin, you're hereby appointed the jobsite (no pun intended) safety coordinator. I really enjoy watching your videos each week! (With both eyes.)

[@tobeystinyhouse]

Living on the edge.......I would probably be the same way too. 😂

[@maxineparker3372]

What a treat to watch these two beautiful people once a week, at work on the house or farm-or on the many other places in which they perform-as they laugh and love💕We are so, so lucky!!

[@davidconaway2830]

Very sorry to hear about the loss of your livestock/furry family members. Living in beautiful wild places always carries risks. Hopefully you can identify and get rid of the threat soon. Btw, we drove out to your Cafe from Manassas last week and thoroughly enjoyed everything we tried. The Hypocrite was, hands-down, the best sandwich I've ever had! My wife truly enjoyed the chicken salad as well. Needless to say, several cinnamon rolls, pepperoni rolls and other sweets went home with us;-) You guys did a great job on the cafe and the Staff was simply the best! Efficient, professional and very nice. We will be back.

[@nitwit4947]

As a long time viewer I can tell you that I see that you really love each other. Real love that makes you strong. Don't tell me I am wrong.

[@lanesworld4000]

Guardian dogs are the only real protection. It's not if, but when a predator comes around 😢

[@JoandIvan777]

wasn't that what they got the donkeys for as well???

[@howiestern6921]

Alabai

[@HungryH1951]

You're right. A guardian dog or two is what they need. They will actually seek out and destroy the coyotes. Especially a dog like the Anatolian Shepherd or Kangal. They are very alert and wander the property (pasture) all night long. Great Pyrenees is pretty much the same. No coyote stands a chance against them and they love and protect the flock with their life. Donkeys are good but flock guardian dogs like these are better.

[@leshrac6917]

kangals

[@SarahOpp3377]

I'm so sorry guys!! That's always so hard! 😢

[@karenreaves3650]

Our ducks and chickens were raided by bobcats here in Florida they even took the guinea off our roof. My granddaughter’s wonderful husband is home from deployment and has secured everything he can. My great grandson closed the duck house door, I went over to check on it 4 days later and heard the babies inside, my 2 year older great grandson went in and got the 5 sweet babies. ❤

[@lorisoich7098]

I am amazed that you don’t have livestock guardian dogs to cover everything since you are both so busy.

[@mastryda]

Sorry for your loss. Congrats on the progress of everything. Take er easy.

[@diegopellecer]

It brings me joy to see how successful you've become doing things the right way, no, no...the perfect way! Congratulations!

[@JohnVegas]

I secretly ordered some lavender lemon soap while watching you cut soap. When it came, I waited until you were in the new candle and soap building to take it out and give it to Martha. She was so pleased. Thank you and God bless!

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

Aw that is so sweet!! What a great surprise! Thank you for sharing this story with us ❤️ We hope Martha enjoys the soap! The Lavender Lemongrass is my fav 🥰

[@lindag.barclay2109]

So sorry for your loss...I hope Elli is okay I know how much she loves the lambs...BE SAFE...❤❤❤

[@4Truth4All]

So sorry about the attack on the herd. I know you are doing everything you can and trying to handle this in a responsible and knowledgeable way. It's still really tough. Great progress on the home and the business.

[@roberthughes2665]

I can't believe how you two have managed to place such heavy boards and beams on your build. Wowza. You are strong and determined. You inspire others to try things they don't think they can do.

[@erikroberts8307]

Erin, all of today's appliances are designed so that, if need be, you can switch the hinges and the latches on the doors so they can open up either left to right, or right to left. You don't need to alter any plumbing or electrical work to make the appliance work right.

[@offinthedistance1536]

I was coming to say this as well

[@everettdavenport923]

@@offinthedistance1536me too🙋🏼‍♂️

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

Sorry about your loss on the farm. My sister’s dog was attacked by coyotes on Cape Cod recently. Scary.

[@howiestern6921]

I live on the cape and my dog has been barking and growling like mad because of all the coyote activity

[@bobdiederich7087]

I'm a 68 year old Jack of all trades, I've built 4 buildings garage like but all with various amenities and I soo impressed with the 2 of you, I wish you guys the best, stay healthy and keep up the awesome work.

[@allentruitt8632]

Thank God everyday for your youth and health. You folks are killing it. I hope you continue to be blessed.

[@mrsdig57]

Erin and Josh look into getting you at least a couple of guardian livestock dog's. They will keep a watch on the animals and protect them. Love to your family!❤

[@BuckWheat0591]

Your kids are so blessed to be able to work at the soap house and restaurant. I would of been on cloud nine when I was young.

[@dmcd7333]

Thermal scopes work wonders if you can bait the predator to a specific part of the field- then you will know what you are dealing with. Good luck on that problem and nice to see the addition frame up getting near the end. Your experience on the metal roof from the first part of the house will really come in handy. Stay safe guys!

[@SillyMe2718]

Congrats on 1+million subscribers! Awesome accomplishment and very thrilled to watch your hard work pay off. 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

[@heidipustelniak652]

So admire you guys! Diverse income sources are so wonderful to have! Hope you find and remove the predator/predators.

[@williamiler8148]

I don’t watch every video that y’all come out with but when I do run across a video you have moved on to another build on your homestead or another location. How in the world do you do it? I wish I could work side by side with my bride of 24 years everyday. You’re blessed to be able to do that. Good to see all the other adventures you’ve begun.

[@kululv]

you are the only ones, whose commercials i watch voluntarily! Good luck with catching the predator!

[@AncarMolleur]

Okay, I’ve always scratched my head about the obsession around the kislux book totes and their practicality, but this one is adorable!! Congratulations

[@johnpandolfino8663]

You got a guy who's got a guy who is the guy who does it all.....

[@pennywhitcroft1779]

Sorry about your lamb..🙁 stay safe and healthy.😊❤️🇨🇦

[@Sunny_Chronicles]

You know the dryer door can be switched too? Just like the fridge door. Seems easier to me than to move plumbing.

[@TPeres45]

I’m sure you’ve decided on scents for winter already, but if I may offer up my personal favs? Candy cane and balsam fir! And as always, I’m in awe of your accomplishments. One of my favourite hard working families…❤

[@stevemetcho4455]

What a great team/partnership. I love following your videos. How satisfying it will be to complete your home project and sit back with your feet up along with your favorite adult beverage and watch the sunset absorbing what you both have accomplished. 👏🏻👏🏻 you have a wonderful family and are truly blessed. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@billbray8797]

Time for an infrared for the boom stick.

[@rhysstatham7407]

Erin has it all definitely a super model, super mum, super wife, super hard worker, super hero.

[@rymns]

Same as Josh. It was how every family used to be not so long ago, before all the "I don't need men or family" women start to give rubbish advice to younger people.

[@chrysademarko6902]

If you have a husband, who loves you, you will become all that...

[@rymns]

@@chrysademarko6902 No you wont, that is women delusion mind thinking. You learn all of it from your mother, and having the dad present in early stages of life.

[@everettdavenport923]

Favorite soap is the lemongrass…. We love Autumn Harvest candle, too! I’m ‘jea-lly’ of Josh on Tuesday mornings with all of the yummy treats available.

[@fw1421]

I just noticed Erin has retired her cowboy boots for a pair of tough work boots. I’m sure they are much more stable for her ankles and feet. Safety is so important when you are out lifting the weight they do building their home. I’ve been wearing Bombas socks and slippers for over a year. Very good products.

[@lindaostrom570]

the view from haydens bedroom is crying for a picture window, spectacular!

[@mitchdenner9743]

That's what i was thinking.

[@almachapman5409]

Hayden is the middle child. Know has 3rd wheel 😢

[@darlene6670]

Wow, every time I have gone in to order a candle I am too late! Not this time baby! I'm in yay!!!!!! Love it, my autumn harvest will soon be on the way! A signature piece from little Ellie would be cherished!!! ♥ She is right between my two great granddaughters in age so I love watching her grow up with my girls.... so close in ages... Ellie is growing up way too fast also!

[@WildWonderfulOffGrid]

❤️ we hope you enjoy the candle! Thank you for the support 😊

[@darlene6670]

@@WildWonderfulOffGrid Erin, I did get my candle today! It is absolutely amazing! Yours and Josh's description when boxing some that one day is what made me order it. Girl, I am here to tell you, people can not even know how amazing this candle is! And just in time for fall! People do not be afraid to get these candles, they are high quality with an amazing scent! I will be getting some of the other ones also, but this Autumn Harvest knocks it out of the park!

[@annettemastenchickenlove]

Y'all need some livestock guardian dogs

[@charliebrown1828]

Don’t they have livestock guardian donkeys?

[@marshamercer876]

I made that suggestion a year ago. They got a guard goose. Then they got donkeys. I don't believe they want them. If it was me and I had sheep I would have guard dogs. It is very wooded there.

[@Викторвиктор-р7ы]

Goose

[@greglawrence742]

Just came here to post the same thing. Keep seeing Yiutube shorts on Judge and Bo! Impressive team.

[@AlfredPressl]

Love the Non-Issue Issues

[@gfsrow]

Looks good! Nice work. Very nice. About wild predators: they were here first, and we've moved onto their land. It's now a bit of a Catch 22.

[@richardreynolds1913]

The appliance doors can usually be switched fairly easily.

[@blessthegood1404]

12:17 That Vincent Price laugh is perfect for Halloween.

[@megrogan1]

Love you both! Your work brings me hope and inspiration. Be safe! 💕🙏🏼💕

[@tobeystinyhouse]

This girl is strong. She keeps up with Josh all the time.......well, most the time. ;)

[@Artuniqe]

What a team Josh is incredible and Erin is magnificent

[@Ts7005]

And the kids to. 💗

[@jazzdad24]

It's great to see the family unit working together ❤️ that's the way families used to be. Unfortunately we've gotten away from that. We used to set down and eat together, play games together, now we're on our phones and don't have time to spend it together.. Live well 😉👍

[@stevethomas182]

I am a first-time viewer to your channel. I got to say, you guys exemplify what the American dream is. I know your journey is not perfect but so much of who you are and what you do just fits. I can see you in your twilight years looking back and just smiling.

[@qkrotor]

How is it possible for you two to do all of these jobs simultaneously: * Builders (framers, plumbers, electricians, etc.) * Video producers * Homeschool teachers * Farmers/ranchers * Cafe owner/operators * Soap manufacturers and sellers * B&B owner/operators * more ??????

[@gempy3362]

This is the best place to watch a loving and hard working family. I especially like when those heavy beams for example were lifted and put in, the constant communication 💗 f what is happening, what needs to happen and the recheck of whether you both are doing ok. No assuming or guessing. Every detail and no cutbacks are taken. I see other couple builders and their work is never as high of standards as the two of you. I do appreciate that you are human too and have made very few mistakes but made some.

[@roberthughes2665]

That darn electrician....he keeps walking off the job. 😅😅😅glad you have a good sense of humor Josh.

[@johnkirby6547]

Hi guy's, you are amazing 👏. Moving right along with so many projects. Sorry to hear about the loss and wish you 🙏 in success with dealing with this predator.

[@rikscarpino6299]

Things are moving along with the cafe and candle shop. Our family love the soaps and candles. We have some of the original candles with eschewed labels and I love that someone did that by eye and it’s not perfect, which makes it all the more wonderful. I have a crazy idea to send back the empty glass candle with its lid so perhaps you can reuse it. Just like recycling and keep everything green. Anyway thank you all for your amazing and creative soaps and candles. Looking forward to this years newest product. Much luck on the build. Hoping you and your family are all doing well. The Scarpino family. Sincerely Rik

[@cedricbroussard8738]

Y'all are killing it! Keep up the hard work 💪🏻

[@MrPaulcm1]

I hope you guys get to sort out the predator problem quickly. The build is coming along nicely and it's awesome to see your businesses doing really well. Another great vlog :)

[@MrBats007]

You guys are definitely are a great team /family hate to hear about the lamb the house looks amazing . I have been here since the start of original a frame.

[@GriffinHooper]

Most dryer doors can be flipped to the other side. give that a check. Thank you for the videos!

[@TrendsbySterling]

You two have it all going on. Great job with all your adventures! Sorry to hear about your loss!

[@andreadelafuente4194]

Masters of efficiency, that's Josh and Erin. I know for a fact uts very hard work, but they make it look so easy. And to think that they learn as they go, mistakes happen but they fix it and move on, they make you laugh with their sense of humor and I love that. In credible build by wild and wonderful family. I love that haiden and his brother are growing up to be polite and hard working young men. Great to see that.

[@wepower196]

Being with your family the last few years especially since I'm almost a great-grandfather and a contractor from the old days I thoroughly enjoy how you look at your problems together it's better to focus on the non-issue of each problem and what do you know you make it through. It's moment to moment success "the adventure" of sharing it with us: what makes senseland😂

[@petekranz7307]

Dryer doors can be opened usually in both directions. Just like the fridge!

[@terriroemmich1617]

Erin and Josh, I hope y'all are safe with the hurricane going through. Please stay safe and give an update after the storm has past through. Y'all are in my thoughts and prayers.

[@jeniromero1949]

If only I could just really smell those lovely scented candles 🕯 through my cell phone, to decide which one I want to order lol. They all look so delicious, and also your Café food looks so Devine, and delicious 😋. Keep up the Phenomenal work Josh & Erin. Everything is looking Fantastic! 👌❤

[@JackSmith-jx1we]

I love you guys I have been watching you two for a good long while now and I have to say it’s amazing how you two built a family and homes together I always wanted to have a life like you guys so I just want to say thank you for the wonderful video and I hope for many many more to come who knows maybe one day I’ll be here sharing my life never know.. God bless you two …

[@douglasarmstrong2748]

I am sorry that you lost one of your rams. We all know that you do your best to protect all of your critters. I hope that your strategy pays off and you can take whatever steps you need to eliminate the predator.

[@timjones6684]

So why does the predator need to be "eliminated"? Predators were here long before humans..... It's a cost of farming livestock

[@b-man569]

Those Brunt..brand boots ..lookin good on Mama

[@Gigawatts-gy9ih]

I have the Appalachian Forest candle.(Like that one). But seeing the Autumn Harvest one. I just now ordered it. Seems like a good combination. Stay safe out there.

[@Sunny_Chronicles]

I'm sorry about the attack. I hope you get it resolved soon without anymore lose.😞

[@mitchdenner9743]

Don't be sucking all the smell out of my pumpkin spice candle josh! 😮 👃

[@williamdecker3989]

An old-fashioned hand-made hard candy shop next!!! Lemon drops, Ribbon and shaped hard candies, lollipops, chocolate enrober for chocolate bars and chocolate covered potato chips & pretzels! It so makes sense!

[@alexandrydin823]

Не важно какой у тебя большой дом, важно сколько людей в нем согрелось...

[@lcollins4313]

❤ True Wisdom . So true!

[@dmorgan28]

We really enjoyed this video. It’s exciting to see you guys finishing up framing your house. It looks so good. Love your restaurant and all your soaps and candles. We want to try them and your coffee out soon. 👍❤️

[@CollinsL]

So enjoy your videos, God bless you all!

[@deborrastrom8559]

I have always wondered why you didn't have Shelties to help guard & keep those sheep & chickens more safe. But there are other larger dogs to get that too- will keep those livestock safe. 😉 Shelties are smart & great family dogs. Will bark right away & chase anything off - that should not be there. So sad losing that ram 🐏 & I know it made Ellie extra upset ...poor kiddos too. I know Erin & Josh will get extra vigilant now to keep their parimeters safer. 😉 prayers 🙏 guys. Do not worry over us > Just get those critters safe 🙏 & your family. Can't wait to see the new soaps out & place finished. Then 👍 the house dried in for the inside work - all winter long. Sweet anticipation. Lol

[@JamesDeese]

I love that you are so creative in your business. The build is going great. And who knew that in the mountains of West Virginia. (lol). You guys run a good farm. Spent many a day in the summers of my youth and childhood at my uncle's farm (cattle and hog), feeding, herding, and vet visits, stacking hay, harvesting hay, and falling out at the end of a hard day's work. I miss that kind of hard work.

[@gungadinn]

Erin, you may not be a photographer, but you're a dam good videographer, amongst numerous other things. (wife, builder, designer, cafe owner, farmer, school teacher.) Growing up, my relatives raised chickens and turkeys. Like clock work, twice a year, they'd lose 3-4 birds in one evening. I volunteered to sleep on top of the chicken house. It was a few foxes that were eating the birds, until the shotgun went off, then they were dead foxes. For you to have lost a year to a year and a half old ram, I'd say, coyotes. A mountain lion probably would have removed the kill with him or her. If the carcass were torn up into multiple pieces, it's probably coyotes that were fighting for their share.

[@rc6888]

Always happy to see another video… Hope all is well by this time😊

[@johntatum1951]

Hope you and your neighbors are able to get the large predator out of business asap. Stay strong and safe.

[@aniabrandt7]

Absolutely love those clear headlights! So glad u going to start making them 😊

[@sheilak9915]

I've watched your video's from the time you lived in a camper building your home to now when you're not only building your home but becoming very successful in business. I live in Missouri. I wish so badly that I could come get some coffee and food. It looks amazing! God has taken good care of your family.

[@michaelwilliams7481]

Great advancement on the boys room. Josh, you are going to put on weight eating all the leftovers, leave some to your lovely wife. Stay safe and well, love from Mike. ❤❤

[@RonAbgrall]

You two get along so well . Love your family .

[@hawbakervicki459]

Praying all works out and you are all safe. Wonderful family.GOD BLESS

[@JB10651]

Hope your family are well and safe during this chaotic weekend of Helene in West Virginia. I saw weather forecasts of rain storms and high winds so I'm just thinking of ya'll. Be safe. Be strong.

[@tkent8205]

The appliances are made to change how the doors open. Look for the screw holes on each door.

[@ThisOffGridLife]

If you’re thinking about an LGD, check out the Sarplaninac, beautiful breed. We’ve got one crossed with a maremma. She doesn’t bark too much, unless she has a reason. Coyotes outside the fence at the house a few nights ago. They didn’t stick around for long. Great with kids and other animals. We’ll be adding a male to the pack soon. So sorry for your loss

[@KDawg5000]

Glad to hear you guys are ramping up for the holidays. I plan to attempt to buy some soap/coffee if possible. 😁

[@kathybuchanan8518]

Josh laughs like Burt Lancaster 😅

[@billbartlett2179]

Doors on most fridges and dryers are made to be switched the way the swing.

[@reggiedaniels6920]

Josh & Erin, sorry to hear that you've had a rough week. I hope things will get better from here on out. I was just thinking that I hope you all have the same or better security on the candle shop and restaurant that you have on your B&B. You guys have had enough difficulty over the past year. Reggie

[@rinaldocabral9533]

Oi pessoal, falo de Recife, Pernambuco,Brasil 😊 Acompanho vocês desde o primeiro episódio e nunca mais deixei de assistir. Vcs são aquele exemplo de quando duas pessoas nascem pra dar certo juntas, nada nem ninguém separa. Adoro vcs e as crianças, os meninos já estão virando homens né, cresceram sendo acompanhados por nós 😊😊😊 manda um abraço pro seu amigo brasileiro 😊😊😊 ah, eu poderia ter escrito em inglês, mas queria que vocês conhecessem o meu idioma 😉🥰

[@RA-tj8lv]

Ooo, Ellie is not little anymore!! The boys are almost grown!! 😢😢😢❤❤❤

[@tommyfree4736]

Will be making my first purchase from you in about a month. Have you had many orders from the UK? Love your channel so much. Every weekend I wait impatiently for your uploads 🙂