Martin's Old Off Grid Log Cabin #7 Our Cabin History

A slide show of the our cabin from its being a homestead, a deer hunting camp and now a very special place to so many.

[@dashjeffreys6998]

The closer I get to retirement, the older I get, the more I feel the need to simplify and retreat. I could sit in front of that window for hours on end, sip my coffee and be silent. You're living the dream my friend, you're living the dream.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Hope you get to do that, I had some good sitting time up there the last few weeks.

[@danielsteele7544]

Loved this Martin,my brother in christ.Seen the Bible by the new window some time ago and figured you belonged to the Lord.After hearing that old quartet sing ,now i know it .Daniel Steele Lake Station Indiana.i put 44 years in the steel mill near Gary Ind and am now retired.That song made me cry like a baby.

[@tonycarter9406]

Thank god for people like Martin

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I find myself in a great situation and want to make the most of it with the idea of it being better for my presence.

[@livelife4471]

The cabin holds more than life's essentials. Offers comfort, good times, good memories.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It is pretty well outfitted with good things.

[@myrthagunter4141]

I know that I'm up late, however, that was a beautiful old gospel hymn .Thank you. I may listen to it again.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, it fit so well with what I wanted to show.

[@doecreekgirl191]

This brought tears to my eyes, Cabin in the Corner is one of my mother's favorite gospel songs. Not just that, reminded me of how fortunate my brothers and I were to have grown up on the edge of my gr grandfather's forest, so many good memories.. like waking up to the still, peaceful quiet of a deep snow in the night, you know it, feel it, smell it before you opened your eyes. The frost crackling on the top quilt from the condensation of my breath. The fast dash down to the living room where Mommy would have our clothes warmed up by the wood stove. Washing face and hands in the spring water she'd heated for us as well.. The gentle mumur of their voices in the kitchen mingling in the air with the smell of Mommy's cat head biscuits and Daddy's strong sweet black tea... We were such fortunate children. After chores, we'd drag this old car hood up the mountain, it had more than plenty room for all three of us to sleigh ride it straight down the long shutes gr grandpa had cleared and dug for the logs. Those were the days!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks for writing that up, we need more families like that.

[@dedwin8930]

I saw some people using a car hood,it works,the old ones!!

[@doecreekgirl191]

D Norton. Yes, great fun, But.. no steering!!, lol

[@doecreekgirl191]

TheNorthwoodsman1 Thank you, Sir. Yes, we certainly do need Many more families like the one I was fortunate to have. And we need them Now. All I can do preserve mine in words like my comment here and in the stories shared with my younger kin. My parents taught me so much and all of it has served me well,.. common sense, courtesy, perseverance, frugality & so very much more.. but the best of all was Love!! Blessings

[@mrdfoutz]

Truly a blessing Martin! This touched my heart with memories, even though I had not had them until watching this. I can't believe it was less than 4 minutes long! I just watched #28 (OK, actually #67, 41, and 28!). I've been a fan for a month or two and keep coming back for more. This will now be a warm memory for me too. And the poem was fitting and excellent as well. May the "Old Off Grid Log Cabin" remain full of love and friends, warmed, fed, and protected by the Lord until He calls for us!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That's the plan.

[@temp24Lno5]

What a wonderful video of that precious cabin from start to finish. The music was special too as well as the little poem. I'm going to watch your other videos. I'm glad to have found your site. Joan

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Joan Ouellette I hope you find the enjoyment that I have in being there and doing my best to put it on film.

[@southernladywithmanyhats7428]

Oh it's AWESOME!!!!! I was a little disappointed when I came to the end of the vids on the cabin. SUCH a peaceful place. Was raining here today and chilly out so I sit and watched your vids.

[@harvdog5669]

@@TheNorthwoodsman1 hey Martin,,, what relative is going to carry on at your place in the woods when your gone..??? You have to be careful who takes charge of it, we don't want them to turn it into a chicken coop or firewood..or worse... We love you there in it.. but was wondering if you had a relative lined up to take over feeding the birds and working on the trails.. I was just wondering is all...

[@curtismarean6963]

Love old cabins like this-so much history!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That is a nice perk of this old cabin but a lot I do not know that is certainly lost now.

[@carlschmiedeke151]

Wow your cabin is a little heaven on Earth

[@jimsteele7108]

Some folks just don't understand the allure of a warm cabin on a bone chilling winter night. A kerosene lamp, good woodstove with plenty of dry wood, a book and maybe even a glass of wine. It just doesn't get any better. Thank you sir, I love your channel.

[@Strange-Viking]

tree feller they indeed do not all understand, but theres no person on this world who would not understand after a few hours walk and then gettin inside, itll imediately bcome home to them, even if it aint theirs haha i moved to the amazon.. dont get that feelin here. its non excistant

[@csnanny1882]

Love it,haven’t heard that song in a long time. God bless you Martin.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It is sure a classic and fit the theme so well.

[@TheRealAmyBlair]

I really enjoy all of your videos and someday hope to retire the same way! In a cabin in the woods! :)

[@johnblackie646]

Beautiful, peaceful, very nice.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thank you, it is a special place.

[@garydunlap1733]

I have watched this video dozens of times.....always stirs something pleasant. Thanks Martin

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, you are not alone in viewing this and being touched. For the ones in the video and their loved ones even more so.

[@vernareed5534]

This video & the pictures are just awesome!! Literally such a work of art!! Loved the song accompaniment which brought back good memories!! One we don't hear now along with the other oldie good ones! My dad & mother used to sing this around home & we sang it in church.

[@davidcunetta4081]

Ya made me cry, man. Truly a little slice of heaven on this beautiful natural Earth. You are a true steward of the land. A lot to be proud of. I only dream of following in your footsteps. Life goals, right.

[@irmahernandez6016]

It is a beautifull (His-tory) and it had the same effect on me, the scenery the song all very touching!!!

[@jamesellsworth9673]

'Newbies' like myself are still enjoying sharing the memories you and your partners and families built up. This video strikes me as 'one of a kind' for its use of still photography and appropriate music. Thanks!

[@jeffwilcher3333]

Great,great,great, no more words to explain it better ... enjoyed this very much ... enjoyed the music and writing... Onward and Upward is the watchword....

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, that history video is special to me.

[@Garbanzo884]

Thank you for putting these videos up. I learn new and valuable skills every time I watch them.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, I have been trying to show more of the details.

[@kellyjohnson9817]

Such a fine history ,Sir. Thank you for sharing. May God bless and keep you.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, it has been a lot of fun over all these years.

[@detectingrose2221]

Lots of wonderful improvements lots of happy times shared awesome

[@joanne8126]

Such a touching video, thank you.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, just last week the man who rebuilt the wall with a window and a door passed away. In an upper corner I retire the mug of anyone that has spent considerable time at the cabin. Getting kind of crowded up there.

[@joanne8126]

Your mug collection symbolizes a life well spent. Beautiful relationships... that's what life's all about.

[@rickomatic2012]

Perhaps he is getting settled in his own little cabin in a corner of Glory Land himself. I bet there is a warm pot of coffee on the stove too. And a brand new mug.

[@cobbinpickinmeddilin969]

Great Video, now thats a True American and may God Always Bless this Glory Land.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks and I agree.

[@hiluxmad]

greetings from Ireland. nice to see cabin saved

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks Gary, I have been to your homeland and liked it a lot. Checking on my ancestors roots while there was great fun.

[@AnnetteZang]

Great job on rejuvenating the cabin, I can see that the jays were tame even then.

[@saracaetano1723]

Love your video's, I'm at all with all the work and the videos, I watched them all!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Thanks, a lot of new ones coming up for you.

[@Brantley169]

I love the music. I didn't realize the cabin was that old.I wish I had one.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Near as I can figure the cabin was built in the 1930's. Someone was living there for the 1950 census. I talked to the man who hiked in to census the two cabins that were still being lived in for the entire township.

[@Brantley169]

Thanks for the reply. BCNU

[@Ryan-rn8gk]

Love the video that makes me think of a cabin that holds so many precious memories for me. I often think of building or buying a cabin to visit on weekends and vacations, as I did as a child. I only fear that my kids would be bored after a few hours without an iPad. Might be the best thing that ever happened to them

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I know what you mean, especially one like mine that is not on the water.

[@meanjoegreen4925]

HELLO DONT KNOW WHY it popped up 4 me to watch but so glad it did I've watched almost all of your video's so far, hope you have lots more to post for us to watch. this reminds me so much of what i did from age 17 out of high school till i was 49 at that time we had 10 to 20 people/ friends go north & we camped out in the woods rain/snow didn't matter we were there. as i write this & I'm 57 now I'm the only 1 left ALL & i do mean all but 1 have passed away from one thing or other. in fact may 2015 i was told i had throat cancer , 7 weeks every day of radiation & 1 per week for chemo & I'm still kicking but not very high because i can barely walk need a walker & a mobility scooter, knees are gone need to get them replaced & all my ligaments did to get fixed also. so thank you for bringing back GREAT memories for me & a few tears filling sorry for myself. stay safe, have fun b/c life is short

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

You have sure hit a tough road. I pray you recover and I will keep putting up the videos so you can hit the outdoors through them.

[@rogercorum7827]

I guess it has been a long time since I saw this one. It was nice to see the changes and improvements come along. I lived in a log house in the mountains of NC from birth through about 7 years when we moved to CA. The house was built by my Pa Murphy. My folks moved in the day before Pearl Harbor. I was born about two years later. I loved the house and the property. The Blue Ridge Parkway is located just up the mountain from the house. I love log houses !!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Roger, with a start in life like that I can see why you would love cabins.

[@rogercorum7827]

By the time I was 4 or 5 I was a little wild thing. I knew where the trails were and by the time I was older I would go far away from home. I knew where the springs were and never carried water. I loved it!!!

[@icymellymel4483]

Beautiful tribute.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

There have been a of good times at that cabin, so many memories to think back on as I look up at those cups and mugs.

[@JimmyMeatwhistle]

Great video, Martin 🍻👍

[@mdelucia67]

wow,,ive seen a lot of vids,,this one was special,,cuz it seems theres a lot of family memories and good times,

[@pipeheadOR]

Wow you were right saying all those.memories. When you were young lads! Thanks for sharing. Exciting and a little sad at the same time. Keep up the good fight Martin! Be warm and safe.

[@pcking2008]

Loved it! loved reading about the history and seeing old photos. The music added a nice touch. Thank you for sharing. Angel from The Bay

[@JackPineMan]

Great clip! Fun to see what it looked like and how the area has changed over the years.

[@williamcurry1132]

I always envisioned a setting like you have, all tho I cant, my wife hates the idea of the woods, SNOW, COLD ect ...so I enjoy it through yours eyes .....thank you so much

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I will try to cover your needs with future videos.

[@williamcurry1132]

hey much appreciated and thank you

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The picture is a straight down view of the bear print and my size 13EEE shoe. No photoshop, just a Black Bear track that is really big for the species. We arrived at the cabin a few days after the break-in and slept lightly with guns at the ready. The joke was that anyone getting up in the night had better wake all the others before tip-toeing outside to the outhouse.

[@Ironboots123]

"Cabin: a place of rest for the weary soul." Thank you for sharing this ...I love this song. I miss exploring the northwoods and hope to return someday.

[@jvatell6111]

I stumbled on a video I had missed...Loved it! It reminded me when I look at things over my lifetime.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That history video is viewed a lot by those with ties to the cabin, it brings back so many memories.

[@cjmalone54]

What more does a man really need, nice cozy cabin you got there.

[@TammyTravelsTheWorld]

Beautiful. Brought tears to my eyes.

[@Mistybottoms]

Wonderful refreshing video thank you.

[@neilpk70]

Beautiful. Takes me right back to hunting and fishing trips past. Thanks for sharing.

[@steelwheels327]

Great video & the poem summed it up !!!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

That video history gets played here a lot.

[@desdicado999]

What a delight to have found your Cabin and for the sharing of your experiences thank you. Heres to the folks that appreciated what you have shared here may we all arrive some day together at that special Cabin we all share where our delights and dreams are shared over a hot cup of tea or coffee .........thoughts of John Greenleaf Whittier and Snowbound come to mind

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Looking forward to that day. Interesting note on 'Snowbound." I was reading it at the cabin but it was in the middle of a blizzard and at the time I had to get out of there on schedule and back to my job in IL. I put it down and never finished it.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I noticed your name, Felix Ainas was a full time resident at this cabin complex 1948-50.

[@2fast65]

great video thanks what a great place most people dream of and you made it come true with a lot of hard work keep the videos coming I am looking forward to seeing all of them thanks.

[@tonycarter9406]

Martin i think you have found peace in your love for life and land.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Easy to calm your soul while at the cabin.

[@usedtobecool6874]

Wow !!!.....Great Video !!!

[@redneckswitwheels]

Wow I love videos like this. I now have a new channel to watch! truly awesome!

[@Pawoodsman]

All I can saw is awe Beautiful place

[@douglasgatian1401]

Nice history! Been following you but first time I went back to see your family there. Happy New Year!!!

[@jaysaw8151]

i only dream of places that amazing ..your a blessed man ...great filming

[@DustyPawPaws]

Very sentimental. Nice vid.

[@InaWorldfullOfHearts]

Love this video with all the pictures!! Thank you Northwoodsman1 ! :-) I enjoy all your videos!

[@sanji2560]

wish i could visit your lovely little cabin! I dream of having one someday too God willing! Blessings.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Hope your dreams come true, they are nice.

[@paulhester1904]

I love this song, Build me a cabin in glory land.

[@keltingr2612]

nice, livin the dream, enjoy brotha

[@bryanr.3241]

I really enjoyed this video. Thank you

[@judyrosey]

Thank you for this Martin. I would so love to hear and see more about your faith. For those of us who are believers....it would be wonderful if you started a channel whereby you would just simply read the Word of God out in nature. ❤

[@bandy598]

Inspiring , homely and perfect

[@vincent7520]

A DREAM CABIN ! Thanks for sharing !!!…

[@joemaddison9935]

Wonderfull video,well done

[@thomaskissell2416]

Love the song and the history. Got my first “father” Tom Outdoors video up. Just a tour of the cabin.

[@danielmorse6597]

Great cabin I am glad you kept it as such

[@kendrasmith6637]

Loved this one!😊 thx

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It has sure been a fun journey.

[@peter11772]

This is bleeping awesome! Good job man!

[@larryjacobs5713]

Loved it! Looking forward to having time to talk in eternity! History is what makes us know who we are. Such a shame that American history is being rewritten to keep the blessings of God out. Sorry Martin don't mean to preach.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

It will be a fun talk when we can have it.

[@bruceaplin]

Wonderfull 💛

[@ernestkooistra1559]

Wonderful

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

No Bigfoots sighted in the area for a while, just a very big Black Bear Paw. It bit through empty dish pans and some other odd behavior too.

[@russellrlf]

The mustache at 1:32....I want one.

[@sharpridgehomestead]

beautiful

[@babyjenks1784]

I just found your videos from searching for grey jays. I just met some really sweet ones in the white mountains of New Hampshire. Looks like you've been feeding yours for a very long time!

[@joelhill4107]

Excellent videos Martin!! Really enjoying all of them. Why don't you drive in there?

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

There are boggy spots that do not allow a vehicle to pass.

[@jimjohn1002]

Mr. Martin. Thx

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Happy to supply the content for you.

[@patrickharper9297]

Great song

[@janiceholly5167]

American Spirit !

[@garychynne1377]

quite the tail. take care

[@sunnyskies4628]

I like the song.

[@melaniehefner1098]

Aw, the a Blackwood Brothers!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Very nice job on it.

[@leojunior7589]

Cool❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

She likes to go up there for a day or two. Unfortunately it is too for for that short of a stay. If I call home on the satellite phone every few days she is tolerant of my long absences.

[@bigthunder2860]

I noticed when you opened the freezer door a bee come flying out you should screen it in or it will become a yellow jacket heven

[@harvdog5669]

I sure hope you have a young nefew to continue on feeding the birds and talking to us long after your gone. It needs to always be known as Martins Cabin... 👍 Yep that's right.. just wondering is all...

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I hope so too but nothing lined up.

[@risasb]

Retirement does help :D

[@IcemanQg]

I enjoy watching your videos and love the cabin. I have a question to ask you. When you build your woodshed did you put anything around the pine tree posts to protect them from rotting? I love the idea and would love to incorporate this design at my cabin. Thanks.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

The wooden piers the woodshed is built on are Tamarack (American Larch.) It is a very rot resistant wood used in a lot of bridge applications. I did not use any treatment on them.

[@IcemanQg]

Ahh, I see. Thank you. We do not have the those types of trees readily available in my area of Maryland so I would have to figure something out with my pines.

[@TradrifleMike]

Very sentimental,,guys non"t laugh,it reminds me of Luara Ingalls Wilder"s Little House in The Big Woods

[@jamesvalentine5771]

YOU DID A GREAT JOB FIXIN UP THAT PEICE OF HEAVAN ! VIDS ARE GREAT KINDA MAKE US FEEL LIKE WERE THERE. THANKS MARTIN.WHAT STATE IS THIS CABIN IN ?

[@jamesvalentine5771]

PS...IM NOT YELLING I SEE CAPS BETTER LOL

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

THE CABIN IS UP ON THE TOP OF MN. NOT YELLING, JUST MAKING IT EASY FOR YOU. GLAD TO SHARE IT WITH YOU.

[@DustyPawPaws]

I would like to know what you all thought also...just like Lita9281 ....super print if its on the up and up !!!

[@terryschake8152]

Do you have a place to fish nearby? Awesomely cabin!

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Any fishing is an hour away but that assures me of the solitude.

[@MikeJones-yf2xx]

I have a small cabin on my land up North. It has a barn roof I don't like that I wish it had a pecked roof it would have more space then.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

Low ceilings are much warmer but the peak in mine heats fine.

[@archieburson4301]

Martin that sounds like it might be hovie Lister along with the Blackwood Brothers am I correct

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

I am not sure, need to check the info for the video. I think it is listed there. KZbin had it as a free use song to add to videos and it seemed perfect.

[@motorcyclelad]

I'm sorry to ask this if it's too personal, but I noticed your wife in one of the old pictures. Has she passed on, or does she not enjoy coming out to the cabin? I'm sorry if she has passed.

[@lita9281]

was that bigfoot @ 2:14 ? i mean his foot print was the unwelcomed wildlife?

[@lita9281]

i meant @ 2:09

[@Frifler888]

what is better than nature and some good friends in this world. How could they destroy our food with thoes gen. manipulated poisen, how could they start weather wars just because they have the tecknologies today!! the best thing is to be as far from it all as possible, because its very evil. thanks for this beautifull video

[@lindasischo224]

What is the name of the hymm ? Ive never heard it before.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

"Lord Build me a cabin in the corner of gloryland"

[@judithboltz7318]

Why is there no bunk.

[@TheNorthwoodsman1]

To make the most use of the space. I have pads on the floor as up on the table is too warm for sleeping.