This Is A Game Changer || Mobile Off-Grid Hot Water Sink

Ben is repurposing parts to make the perfect off-grid, outdoor, self-contained hot water sink. We also show you had to piece out a whole bird to get ready-to-go cuts.
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[@heidimobley4897]

I don’t really comment on stuff, but I’ve followed you guys since you found the property. You all look so much happier. Within the first 4-5 months, Ben especially found a smile that I hadn’t seen before in the videos. What a fantastic journey towards your dreams.

[@dirtyricenova7503]

Yeah, what she said.

[@gloriahagg6293]

First of all. Great job on the hot water! That was interesting with the chicken. I wish you could have showing the plucker, never seen one.

[@mio.giardino]

An older video of theirs popped up on my feed and I watched it and I noticed that too. Yes, it’s been so wonderful seeing the blessings being poured on this family.

[@jamjar5716]

@@gloriahagg6293 He made it himself!

[@gloriahagg6293]

@@jamjar5716 I know. I think its so smart

[@julliefillippi8155]

Buggy is so stinking adorable and the boys are so good with her. Makes me happy . Thanks for sharing.

[@alisonshanahan9529]

Your boys are getting such a good education, raising the chickens, feeding, watering and moving them daily for a couple of months, then butchering them and all the work that goes with that. Then there's the baby raising education, dressing a small active child isn't easy! Keeping a little one safe and out of trouble is a lot of work and teaches them the benefits of safe relationships. They are also up on food sourcing and preparation, they know what a balanced meal is. Ben and Meg, you're doing a marvellous job raising your kids, they're going to be amazingly talented adults.

[@sentimentalbloke7586]

Totally agree with you, a well rounded education about virtually everything is a heck of boost into life, and learning to think outside the box.

[@liltbennet]

Second this!

[@reggieedmonds5325]

Love this channel because this is one of the few real Homesteading Channels. Meg and Ben do their own work, find solutions for problems they encounter. Can understand why they don't have time to video on the frequency we all would like, but look at the progress they have made in such a short period of time. Thanks Hollar Family, have a great Thanksgiving. BTW, hope you have another good hunt this year.

[@betsystone5733]

I agree completely! Ben is a problem solver and very creative. Meg is an amazing cook, mom, and you can see how much she loves and supports her hubby. The boys are smart, helpful, and caring. And Buggie is just a charmer! Hopefully this winter Ben and Meg can find a little more time for their knife and soap making-- or just having some down time to relax. Happy Thanksgiving, Hollar family. Thanks for sharing your lives with us. ❤️❤️❤️

[@valorica3210]

Agreed! There doesn’t seem to be anything Ben and Meg can’t do. Love y’all’s videos!

[@pamelaremme38]

I agree with you 100%. True pioneer living with this family. All their own work and using their own resources and not living in a "NEW HOUSE build" with the need of 100's of acres. I would have to say they are the ONLY true to heart people on the you tube platform. All the other channels have the "more" syndrome. Always wanting MORE.

[@sandypratt8951]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more beautiful baby, she is a cutie. ❤️👍

[@sundancer442]

I'm a retired chef, and I can certainly that this was a beautiful little example of how to bone out a chicken. Well done guys. :)

[@moonwillowschronicle5435]

Ben is so smart!!! Y'all are so lucky to have this man in your life!!!! Meg is a great Mom too!!! Everyone here are an inspiration!!!!

[@TXNLaurenMcN]

Well, I'm gonna start at the end: Buggie was adorable, talking to the camera! I think that's the closest close-up we've had yet. She's just way too cute. I'll bet the entire family enjoys taking care of her. ~ I always love watching Ben as he comes up with a new idea using old stuff. The warm-water, mobile, outdoor sink was genius. You can tell Meg loved it! Thanks for showing the details of how to cut up a chicken!!

[@a4000t]

That is one happy baby! Nice going Hollar's! The kids will always remember these family times and the good food.

[@MKCarol-ms7lg]

Ben you are so knowledgeable and willing to take a risk. Great to have hot water outdoors. Buggy is loving the chicken and it looks like she doesn't mind having it for another meal. An awesome family to watch; making a positive impact on the future of America.

[@jonh1958]

The outdoor sink is such a great idea. I'm looking forward to seeing how the barn and area around it develops.

[@karenweber8203]

Look at all those teeth!!! Miss Buggy is looking like her beautiful momma to my eye. All the guys are wonderful. God has laid this family in pleasant places.

[@joharmon2148]

It is so great that you are teaching the boys how to do all these things and they seem very willing. Good Job Meg and Ben!

[@maryseifert4750]

You all make me smile !! You're the real deal and I love it. Ben, you my friend were created to Homestead 😅 There is NOTHING you can't figure out. And Meg, you AMAZE me in the kitchen. All the awesome food you prepare, you make me want to do better. Love how you inspire me. God Bless and have an awesome Thanksgiving 🦃

[@trailcamerasinnewengland0112]

Definitely gonna build that sink, thanks Ben appreciate y’all.

[@jharvey93]

When I was growing up in the 50s and 60s you rarely saw cut up chickens in the grocery so we always had whole chickens. My mom taught all of us kids (brothers included) how to cut up a chicken. One of the things I always do is cut the wings off first because it makes it easier to cut off the leg and thigh. I have to say that my mom cooked all the pieces to include the back pieces, and even today, these are my favorite pieces of the chicken. Not much meat on them but so good and juicy and tender. We also cut the wishbone piece off separate from the breast meat...and everyone fought over who got the wishbone! Nice work on your outdoor sink with hot water!

[@kimberlyschiele1117]

Hey Hollars!!! So good to see you back again.. Maybe its just me but it feels like its been a bit since you have been on.

[@suedorfman7138]

What a great vlog today. Buggy is so precious. Your boys are such a big help for you.

[@lmanlymoats]

I always look forward to your videos. You guys are truly missed when you disappear!

[@jo-believe]

Just want to say, a Great Family working together. Y’all are so knowledgeable, it’s amazing. 🐓 Prayers & Blessings 🥀🙏🥀

[@4eternity1]

Don't mind me - just catching up to real-time life with you guys on a binge watch. 😂 THANK YOU SO MUCH for sharing this whole bird section cutting! I've never seen how it's done. I'm very appreciative of all the knowledge you have shared. ❤

[@pamalapeterson5352]

Buggy is so beautiful!…she is so cute!…God bless y’all abundantly

[@carlafawcett3851]

Hey Meg. You guys are so great together! Love your story of forgiveness and love. The Lord is faithful!

[@mamabear968]

What an ingenious way to have hot water outside! I love it! You remind me of my dad. He could fix or build anything. That’s a wonderful gift anywhere, but especially on a homestead. It’s so cool that you’re able to harvest as a family. That’s my hope once we buy our property. A few of my kids might help, but some would be horrified at the butchering process. Were any of your kids squeamish when you first started butchering animals? Most of my “kids” are adults already and some think I’m crazy. A few are into it. Thanks for sharing your experience. I enjoy watching your family and I’m learning as much as I can, so maybe someday I’ll be able to successfully run my own homestead and grow most of our food. I love that you use every part of the chicken. I’m all for reducing waste. Y’all had a lot of chicken to can! If you need a couple of canned chicken ideas, some super easy meals that my kids love are creamy chicken and rice and chicken lasagna. Melt together canned chicken, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese and sour cream. Whatever ratio works for you, thin with milk as needed. Serve over rice or layered between lasagna noodles, topped with cheese and baked. It’s a super fast dish when I’m busy. Just add veggies. And maybe bread 😂

[@paulatwood998]

Mama Bear, that sounds like an awesome dish to make. I'll bet that would even be good with leftovers.

[@tammysarrazin7078]

buggy is going to eat it all before you can do anything with it lol hugsss

[@TheEmbrio]

Nice to see the barn. Very neat. A Lego room ! Wow !

[@lindalucile9631]

Safe &Happy Thanksgiving 2021!

[@mattsara2802]

We did it the same way this spring. It is so much nicer to break down some of the birds and canning everything. 😂 love the ending.

[@JackieHall71]

Please tell Meg that I absolutely LOVE the soap she makes. My skin has never been so soft. I have been plagued with dry skin. My mom was as well. I sure wish she was still alive so that I could get some for her. It is so smart to get as much as you can out of each bird. Brilliant!

[@misty2782]

Great improvement! Great information on how to get all you can out of one chicken!

[@helenmchugh4632]

Your little girl is absolutely beautiful💓

[@karlastevens9292]

Your daughter is adorable. I enjoy all the blogs about farming and gardening, but it’s also fun to watch her grow.

[@kimmieguidry]

ADORABLE

[@BrendaJMay]

Your Daughter Is Darling Yall🥰😘 Love & Blessings❤🙏❤🥰😘 @ Hollard Homestead

[@barbmartinez5145]

You put out some of the greatest videos and I love them I'm always learning something new or remembering from my childhood. Thank you so much and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! GOD BLESS U ALL!!

[@Zeke-yv3nw]

She is so sweet and cute! Ben awesome idea on the water heater and loved parting out the birds and the broth!!

[@pearlmoore7969]

great video as always ,you all work so Hard to make =t work! the boys are Great helpers and goood to see Buggy enjoying her chicken, she has the cutest laugh .

[@bradtatro8718]

Miss You Guys......Well Done To All.......Buggie So Cute.........Your Boys' Future B-Ball Players They Never Missed The Pot With Their Bones

[@karenmullarkey2872]

hey guys, I used to work at a duck farm and we would cut up are ducks on a plastic cone so much easier to cut up less worries of cutting fingers and more control maybe you can make one on of stainless steal and attach it to your table just a suggestion.

[@g-bellefarms]

I’m genuinely kind of envious of Ben’s handyman-ness. I hope I become as much of a tinkerer when we eventually have our homestead…I’m sure necessity will force me to get there lol

[@mikenix2368]

Hey, guys love your channel you and your family are a joy to watch. I heart you say something about putting noodles on for your chicken. Just wanted to share this when you cook noodles bring the water to a boil put you noodles in bring back to a boil put a lid on them and turn them off leave for 20 minutes and they're done. Saves power and you don't have t watch them. I hope you can use this if you don't already know it. Love you guys happy Thanksgiving 🦃

[@francesrobertson9257]

I have been watching your videos from your beginning. Selling your house, the journey in your first camper. Meeting Justin Rhodes in CA. You guys looked so young. When I found you first I thought I watched all your videos but not. I have enjoyed watching your family grow. And your lives change for the better. Love your videos keep up the great work. 💜💜

[@brentolsenthanksformaking2528]

You have a lot to be thankful for this year

[@-jurga-]

Healthy Family=Happy Family 🌿 hard working& talented people- u guys are amazing! May God continue to bless your whole family🌸

[@greghill254]

Absolutely LOVE your videos! Just love "Buggy" and the boys too! The perfect family.

[@dfoltz268]

Found your channel about 2 months ago and loved it so I started at the beginning and am about halfway through "Whole lot of Hollar" playlist and loving it! Decided to break my norm and watch a current video just to see whats going on and here you have another little one and Wow have the boys grown! Love what you guys are doing! I was born and raised around Mooresville, NC and miss the scenery there! Thanks for sharing your lives with us as many are living vicariously!

[@troyeager8877]

I need to build one like that with a cutting board table for filleting fish.

[@Emma-3010]

Homestead ingenuity. Love it!

[@poopoohead8616]

That is so awesome how you don't waste any bit of that chicken. Sounds like you guys I've got it down to a science. Great seeing your boys help out. I love seeing them take care of their little sis. 🥰💖💖💖

[@TalkingThreadsMedia]

Glad the heater worked so well for the outdoor sink.

[@jerrystout3032]

Kids are doing a great job Ben!!!!😇

[@lanetteprice7508]

You guys are awesome not freezing them whole and cutting them up

[@nancychang-vanweissenbruch3809]

I am so hooked on your videos that I started worrying when I didn’t get a notification last week. So great to be able to follow your amazing journey from the suburbs to the homesteading

[@patz780]

Buggy is so precious. It’s good to see you all again.

[@homeandgardendiaries6384]

Teaching your sons to butcher chickens is giving them a wonderful life skill.

[@LivingtheHightLife]

I love this idea! When we finish building our off grid home I will miss having an outdoor sink with hot water. Our RV has an outdoor kitchen and I have gotten spoiled with it. It's a little thing, but warm water on a cold day makes the work so much more enjoyable!

[@margaretbedwell58]

Great video and very helpful. I love your hot water project for your sink. I know this was immensely helpful when you did the butchering. I am sending Y'all best wishes for a very Happy Thanksgiving.

[@gloriakelley7383]

I love me a “Jimmy rigger”! 🤣🤣❤️❤️❤️

[@jaredcolahan759]

Buggy is getting such a happy personality.

[@MsChopperdog]

Sweet baby girl !!

[@wendyburston3132]

I love making bone broth with Apple cider vinegar. Never thought of throwing the extra chicken into pasta. Great idea thanks.

[@lonniefaith5761]

I learned to add Apple Cider Vinegar to bones many years ago from a lady on TV in the 70's.

[@kimberlymensah5063]

I absolutely love this video I love seeing your family so close! I love to see how God has blessed you and strengthened you all❣️ May everything you said your hands to do be blessed in Jesus name amen! Thank you for sharing we need to see way more of this it is exactly what people need to get back to!

[@pamelaremme38]

Maybe you guys don't share content often and on a regular basis but when you do....the information you share is jam packed!!!! I learned so much from the last half of your video on the process of dividing the carcass to the how to of broth etc. Your little girl is growing so fast and she is ADORABLE! Love you guys and Happy Thanksgiving to my favorite couple.

[@gailbrault9251]

Excellent job! Well done..

[@doinacampean9132]

That was cuteness overload! :) You didn't mention what you did with the livers, hearts, etc, all that good stuff...

[@johnwilkie7397]

Once again a fantastic blog from you , I enjoy seeing what your up to and how you face everyday problems and work out solutions in such a down time earth way that inspires you to go out and do the same . I think it about time you get everything put into a mini tv series using what you already have as it would be a hit across every country you guys are just awesome in so many ways I looking forward to your next blog many thanks Stay safe and well and keeping it real .

[@johnwilkie7397]

Sorry my spellcheck kicks is adds words plus mistakes too sorry

[@3ChartreuseBuzzards]

Canned chicken is my fast food too!! White Chicken Chili and Chicken Chili Relleno Casserole are some of my favorites!! And you can't beat a really rich bone broth!! Love those Buggy giggles!

[@barbaramix1683]

Ingenious, I like it when people use what they have. This trait is often missing in the younger generation. I am so glad that you are teaching this to the next generation. I just deboned a turkey and I am making turkey soup right now.

[@debraphillips12]

I love the tankless water heater! It’s so awesome! We don’t have it installed in the RV but we adapted it to the bathroom only. We hope to get one installed soon! We bought it cause 5 min showers is difficult in the winter! Lol brrr! We also plan to incorporate it into our home as well. Enjoy!

[@maimaz2910]

Use a plastic cutting board it really helps with keeping the bird from slipping! Your knife skills look amazing!

[@christopherdoyle2955]

You guys are awesome , love that you share your experiences of all you do concerning processing your own foodstuffs. We just bought our first house on 5 acres and are planning a good sized garden and also gonna have laying chickens and meat birds and future plans for at least 1 meat pig. I'll be asking questions alot in the spring lol.

[@lisarosebud6404]

Outdoor kitchen looking n working good!! You are such a cute family. Everyone helping one another. Great in service❤️

[@ginagruber1732]

Thanks for how-to on how to piece out the bird. This is what I want to do but most videos just show packaging the whole bird for the freezer

[@stevehoover16]

That sink was an awesome idea

[@betteloves7793]

Thanks for the acknowledgment on Patreon! Y’all are my favorite homesteader vlog. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍽🍁

[@adelacoburn1396]

Hi y'all. . Ben the builder is at it again =) , I just enjoy your homestead inventions/creations. You supply me with so much inspiration to create. I hope y'all have a bountiful and blessed Thanksgiving

[@pjmoody]

Great job Team.

[@TheMangrovejack1]

Love how everyone helps, so good to,see. Good use of the RV hotwater system too, Love your videos, Buggy is beautiful!

[@lararabb8888]

That first tray looked like it was perfect for a big old pot of chick & dumplings.

[@Lucky_5090]

That is super cool!!! Nice repurpose 👍

[@dianecharles881]

She’s adorable! I’m so glad you decided to do a vlog ; missed you for awhile! ❤️

[@mommajefferson]

Hi y'all, I see you have a new blogger in the family. Awesome job on the outside sink.

[@renebyers6153]

It is so darn cute seeing Buggies personality as she is growing. She’s a little show stopper...💙

[@markmyart]

I know you’re a knife maker. Have you considered using a cleaver on the “chikon”? Cutting the chicken in half first, then if needed more. Saves a lot of time. It takes only a few pushes to divide it. Not swinging recklessly. One hand holding the handle, the other pushing from the top of the large and heavy and sharp blade. Most families in asia - that is their only knife and they still have 5 fingers per hand. Ok, four fingers and a thumb.

[@Masounss]

You guys are an inspiration. Thanks

[@estyria5961]

Man, I'd love a link to that tankless water heater. I need an upgrade in my RV. edit to add: I love y'all's kitchen so much! It's so well-loved.

[@kimzwicker562]

So glad a new video, I watched you all catching up with your story now seems so strange not to see a video everyday.

[@ladykatza]

My cats would be going nuts for the chicken.

[@pattyprice2644]

I've said this so many times Ben your a man of many talents Gosh the boys are growing like weeds

[@aa37988]

I recently purchased several carcasses from the Vinson's at VW Family Farm. One is perfect for our household of three to make chicken and dumplings or chicken soup. So good to see you back on. Been missing you.

[@Hugo-tw5qy]

Thanks

[@dianadriverasbury9130]

Brilliant!!

[@aubieal0878]

Mmmm, chicken and dressing!♥️ chicken and dressing 💚

[@HippocratesGarden]

dumpling hack. Flour tortillas, cut into strips, cook as normal.

[@kimberlyschiele1117]

Buggy is getting so big!

[@imperfectlyedie935]

I got so excited when I saw a new video, I've been going into Hollar-Withdrawals! LOL!!! (Also, Buggy may just need her own channel

[@ascensionranch3213]

New subscriber. We are in the mountains of the Grand Canyon and we are educating ourselves along the way. Thank you for sharing your videos. You are doing great things.

[@estherfilip3275]

Happy thanksgiving!

[@sharonbrown2352]

That cutie pie loves chicken, doesn't she? lol

[@donnalong4218]

Ben, Meg and family, wish you all a very safe and blessed Thanksgiving! Love your family, channel and info! I wish I could be your neighbor and learn all the great stuff ya'll know! Smart young people!