We're Makin BIG MOVES Building Our Family Compound on the 41.36!

For us, the first step to building our family compound is installing a reliable road. We've shown you our road before and between the streams to cross, the divots in the dirt, steep hills, and soupy mud - gettin up to our campsite is quite the challenge. When this job is done - its gonna be a piece of cake! The construction begins and were off to a great start - but will the AR Spring weather cooperate?
We unveil a HUGE Addition to our 41.36 - one we have told you we were going to make, we just had no idea it would happen this soon! BUT IT DID! And we are So THANKFUL and blessed to say the least! BIG MOVES GUYS! BIG FRIGGIN MOVES!!!
Don't forget to join the other have to this crazy journey by subscribing to ‪@countryroadcure‬
Country Road Cure | / @countryroadcure
**ADAIR Drilling and Pump Services| adair-drilling-and-pump-servi...
(I MISPELLED The Name in my video! its NOT Adear its ADAIR (*face palm*)
New Videos Every Monday & Friday - and LIVE CHATS Every Wednesday!
Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & hit the notification bell so you never miss a beat.
We LOVE hearing from YOU!
LIKE SHARE COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE
Bonfire: www.bonfire.com/store/simple-...
Amazon Wish List:
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls...
Find us on:
IG | SimpleLifeReclaimed
PayPal & Email | [e-mail]
Cash App | $SimpleLifeReclaimed
MAIL CALL To:
Simple Life Reclaimed
P.O. BOX 780
Booneville, AR 72927
Music from:
KZbin Studio
www.epidemicsound.com
#SimpleLifeReclaimed #CountryRoadCure #41.36

[@SimpleLifeReclaimed]

GUYS I MADE A BOOBOO WHEN EDITING THIS VIDEO!!!! . I Misspelled *John Adair's* name! . It is NOT ADEAR Drilling and Pump Services, IT IS *ADAIR* Drilling and Pump Services. Contact link in description. :D

[@CCRider5312]

Ok 👌 we forgive ya this time pistol 🔫 packing Annie Oakley of KZbin but don’t let it happen again. 🤣🤣 I’m kidding. But you are the Annie Oakley of KZbin I ain’t picking about that ! 😉👍 Mel Won’t nobody mess around on your property as long as you got a pistol 🔫 around. I can see hats 🧢 flying off heads and you saying: Now buster you are trespassing and if you think 🤔 for one second I missed when your hat 🧢 flew off THINK 🤔 AGAIN THE NEXT TIME I WONT BE AIMING AT YOUR HAT, NOW GO ON GIT OFF MY PROPERTY!!!!! Gary in the background with shotgun saying: I’d do what she says if I was you she’s better with that pistol than I am with this shotgun🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SimpleLifeReclaimed]

@@CCRider5312 🤣🤣🤣 I am a pretty good shot 😇

[@trevdell8048]

Tornadoes are part of being Arkansans, we had one hit next to us last year, don't wait until you hear that train roar. Not trying to tell you what to do, but a storm shelter is so important. Please get one installed.

[@krickette5569]

That's 100% truth! Straight line winds come through every year too. A Storm Shelter is Super important!

[@countryroadcure]

HUGE SHOUT OUT TO ADAIR DRILLING AND PUMP SERVICES!!! Thank you guys so much!!! You guys did an amazing job.

[@akah7187]

Outside cats will be your best friend out there in the woods. Congrats on the water! That's a big one to check off the list.

[@pammccrary7915]

My son dug a new well last year. Down 135 ft. And when they hit that vein it shot just like the oil wells! It cleared the top of the drill! What a vein it runs constantly the back flow he ran into a cattle tire watering system. It never runs dry and the other part runs down the ditch so the little creak is full for his cattle as well. It's an artesian well, he has a couple places that run anyway. So they are building a lake in the back of the farm filled naturally. The County needs dirt for a job trying to elevate the roads as d and putting a new bridge in. So he sold the dirt to them and it clears the area of stumps and trees as well. It pays for itself. He works for he County and actually runs the big trackhoe anyway so works out great. The good trees he sells and has a sawmill too for making the ruff wood he needs as well. He works full time, farms have 6 farms, and a logger. He worked so hard and his wife does as well to keep things going. They have 2 boys 13+4 yrs old, so life is great. Try and see if logger in the area may buy the trees that need thinning and find a mill in your area to have them mill some for you out of your logs. If you have Amish in the area they may have a mill check it out. We have 2 men who will bring their mill to your home and mill your logs for barns and the lumber needed to frame your home. It's worth a try, using your trees to build is great. Your wooded area looks like it could use a good clearing for the younger trees to get as chance to grow and not be crowded out.

[@VeilZuTun]

I'm in the UK, and many years back at our old farmhouse we had to dig for a new water supply. As it happened, we had friends from Sri Lanka staying, and they use dowsing a lot over there to find water, so we gave it a go. Not only did we pinpoint the site of the original well from several centuries back, we found the sweet spot for an artisan well right next to the house, which saved us a huge amount of money in piping it to the house. We had a great time, and learned a lot about how these old methods can still be relevant today.

[@wikifay]

Great video. Y’all don’t mess around. Get it done! So excited for you. If you watch Papa Pepper on KZbin he has lots of videos that teach about snakes in the Ozarks.

[@sunnyhill2250]

Since you first arrived there at 41.36 all I could think of was Walt Whitman's "O Pioneers" although you aren't moving west! I admire your joy at breaking ground at your brand new location. "Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain shall become level, and the rough places a plain." Isaiah 40:4. And now to have an amazing water well springing up! So soon after arriving! I am so happy for you and your family!

[@jenboyles5381]

Looking great so far y'all. Be sure you're building an insulated pump house just in case there's another crazy winter.

[@bernicemiller2130]

Wow they are fast with the well an the road!. Im so happy for you. Always watch out for spiders an snakes. Here in NC we have to watch rattlesnakes, water moccasins etc, black widows, brown rucluse etc . Im enjoying watching all your build an stuff. Always pull together an you will go far.(the mama in me) talking.❤

[@AuntieAnn]

OMGOSH and Holy Cow, that was super fast for a well!! I'm so excited for you!... Y'all are knocking this out in double time 👍❤️🤗

[@hotrodpc66]

I thought it was quick too. I was a bit afraid being a bit higher elevation, they'd have to go a lot deeper, but 110 feet for that quality and volume of water is fantastic. So good for them !!!

[@minnesotagal507]

Water is LIFE. Hallelujah!!!

[@bonesbigfoot2654]

I am super excited for you for getting that well in so quickly! Having water is such a blessing!!!! And to see the bulldozing of trees to widen your driveway! Can't wait to see that all done and completed for you. It's amazing what a bulldozer can all do. Our excavator is always extremely busy because he is so popular that we have to book him way far in advance so you are all so lucky to get him so fast! Course, I live in Minnesota so we have a shorter time to work with things due to snow and extreme cold and getting frost out of the ground and dealing with rain during the spring and mud/slim from our clay soil. Looking forward to seeing more!!! Twister is an awesome cat!!!! It's wondering having animals to help you out in so many ways.

[@richarddean1794]

With the new piles of wood, PLEASE be snake aware! Teach the kids to look before they touch! Wish you guys the best!

[@JP-cz8bm]

I was worried when they picked the pallet up. Those surprises sure get the adrenalin running.

[@burnindaylighthomestead2977]

Look inside riding toys and shoes, boots, etc. for snakes also.

[@countryroadcure]

Yay!!! WE GOT WATER!!! So amazing. Great job you two!!! Keep getting it😊 soon we will be there, we cant wait to help share the load 😁 see you guys very soon!!! We miss you all♥️🥰

[@sheri8300]

OMG Gabe is so adorable with his hair done like Daddy. And everyone cheering Julia on...really enjoying this video with my morning cuppa tea. Such a heartwarming family you guys are 💓

[@GreenHorn1Acre]

Wow.. Well came in Quickly 🤘🏼🤪🤘🏼 That’s Awesome!!! 20 gal a min is really really good 🤙🏼😁👍🏼

[@LadyJ5569]

What an awesome video. Starting the road. The well in the same week you find the place to drill. That's frickin amazing. I'm so excited for you guys and I can't wait for @Country Road Cure to be there too. Love you all. Have a great weekend. Pew pew snake time. Twister is a good kitty!!

[@lilahnewton7940]

OMG guys!!! WATER!!! How fantastic is that!!👌 And the 🏆goes to twister!!! Great video 👍 CONGRATULATIONS🥳🤘😁

[@trinashepherd7636]

Can’t believe how fast it seems things are coming together for all of you 👍. Nice that Gary was able to get that snake 🐍 hopefully the more of the land gets established they will be less around the camp site

[@crazycritterlady8788]

That was really Kool to get water that fast! And for him to know there was more water further down! Just incredible! What about electricty? Is that coming next? And don't forget to dig that storm shelter, make it big enough for everyone to lay down in just in case you have to stay down in it over night. And stock it very well. Small camp stove, mylar packs of food, 5 gal buckets filled with water bottles, blankets, towels, wet wipes, sawdust or Pete moss, tp, and bags for the bucket toilet. I'm sure you know all this just a reminder. Much love from So.Cal.💟

[@par0104]

Guys, be careful. Where there's one Copperhead, there is usually another one, or two, nearby. Kids wear your snake boots. Love watching your channel. God Bless your families as you work together to build your homes. ❤ ✝️

[@ewidmer1]

I bet the kids are having the time of their lives. You are great parents and hard workers.

[@pattyarpaia5806]

Get a wood chipper for small trees and ground cover save for future gardens and then chop wood for fire to cook or warmth.

[@IveysFamilyFactotum]

Woo-hoo with even a water dance...love it...😂😂😂💖💯

[@RedSkunkVideoProductions]

So cool to watch them guys !! I don't know how he does it but picking out where and how deep to go is just so cool !!

[@SaleanaC]

You got water! I'm over here clapping and smiling 😃

[@vickylongcrier2376]

So happy for you guys!!! Water on the first try-what could be better?!?!!!!

[@BushcraftFamily]

congrats on the water makes life so much better

[@kingsdaughter9659]

You guys are inspirational, hardworking and most importantly, A Team - the whole Family. Just a pleasure and much fun watching you all pitch in. Thanks for sharing your life with us. Appreciated. 💕 Edit: Love the Manbun Gary 🤗

[@Peaceful-Dez]

Congratulations Mel and Gary for getting the water well done so fast and for reaching a level that will supply you all with enough water, that is totally awesome! You had a great guy (John) who came out to find water never mind get the well done in the same day, they rock! Also totally awesome to see the road had been started and can not wait to see how it comes out in the end. Just remind them where the water pipes are under ground so that they do not bull doze it or run over it with their heavy equipment. So looking forward to your next video and again congratulations!! ~peace

[@dawnweck]

I am so so so so very excited for you! Water and soon a road! I love watching your dream come together. I almosst did the water dance here too lol! Hugs to Y'all

[@evelynnewman1972]

Wow! Things are coming along quickly!!! AWESOME!!! I am so glad you have water. I'm also thankful for your kitties!! Glad he alerted you so you could take care of it!! 🙏🙏🤗💕

[@cheriekreusel9453]

You guys are manifesting the energy of the people you are working with. So happy for you! The Witcher knew where he wanted to go by the type and size of those trees. He knew his stuff. Exciting! peace and love, y'all

[@MrsSmith-lj9cz]

Girl!!!!!! You guys have water!!!! 🙌 GOD IS SO GOOD TO YOU GUYS, HONEY

[@MairzedotesHoots]

It's amazing that you have water and so quickly! So happy for you all :)

[@lindanichols7296]

It’s coming together and the fact they didn’t have to drill down forever as in some places was a blessing. Oh the adventures and memories made on your mountain spot will be endless and so very awesome. You guys did real good finding your forever paradise. Congratulations 👍

[@awesomesauce7535]

Wow! Great news on the well! Congratulations 👏 🙂

[@SaleanaC]

Good job Julia! I love how your encouraged her to finish strong!

[@CreeksideMaplesHomestead]

Looking good guys. Progress for sure. Gotta watch for those copperheads. When we lived in Missouri we would kill probably 8-10 every year on our property. Thankfully the kitty is all right.

[@gc2905]

I love the way you and Gary work together and incorporate fun with the kids while working. Squeals of fun! And yes Gary it is at times nice to just kick back and watch. No worries though, the work will continue for you and Melanie. I can't wait to have a glass of your water!!! Congratulations on a job well done to the water man. See you soon 😊 Oh and a BIG YaYaYaY to Twister... I love that kitty.

[@SimpleLifeReclaimed]

Thank you Momma 🥰 We cant wait for you to get here too! We try to make things fun for the kids to keep them involved and motivated, as much as we can anyway. I love you Momma. Cant wait to see ya!

[@littletownhomestead]

Your KZbin is great to watch. Wish you kids all the luck in the world.

[@Foxys10]

Those guys know what they’re doing and they get it done.

[@barrylangdonoutdoors]

Pretty cool. Running water, something that is taken for granted in most homes these days. So many around the world without it.

[@mrscrackerhillbilly]

Congratulations on water! Huge Deal!! Y’all need a tractor with box blade, bucket & auger. Flag your trees your keeping and clean the underbrush. It all takes time. Independence is key to homesteading. The nut was a hickory nut. Great trees! Terrible in a fall wind. Lol love watching y’all!

[@evelyncoyle4706]

Looking good guy's one step at a time. You should have them to dig your shelter while they are there, stay safe and God bless you all and your precious, sweet children ❤

[@darkvader466]

Really love the way people live in the states the life of just being free away from the world so lovely, greetings from south africa enjoy watching your videos and i love the length of the video wish people can make long videos like this so much information and talk time love it

[@glimmermomma4373]

You got WATER, and I’m so glad no one got bit by that copper head. WE HAD ONE ON OUR FRONT DECK.. They climb too!!

[@judymarshall5668]

Wow that was a close call with the copperhead. I would get some good snake boots for your whole family if I were you guys. You can't trust those sneeky little suckers. Im so happy for you guys and your new homestead. We lived in Russelville for several years we loved it there. I watch you and your family and Hope your blessed everyday. Keep up the good work :-)

[@skeetermalcolm1655]

Things look like they are coming along awesome guys, happy for you

[@patriciahazeltine9986]

Just to help me figure out a budget, what did they charge? Was there a minimum rate?

[@johncarolrenner6788]

So exciting to see work has finally started. Yay! How scary is that snake..FYI You can get snake repellent spray and granules at Home Depot or Garden Shops...smooches and hugs, Carol :)

[@IveysFamilyFactotum]

Looking for water that way is a dang art form and many people don't believe it actually works but it truly does. The items around us daily put off electro magnetism and using the rods finds that from the water.

[@allamericanhomestead2040]

Love how the kids LOVE to be involved and help

[@michaelvangundy226]

I tried to get you to make a drawing of the site BEFORE the construction began. I would have talked about having the proper spacing from the septic drain field to the well. The order of installation priority is key to design. Again, there is a priority to certain parts of the project. From the site drawing you will coordinate the building locations, sewer, water, electrical, and low voltage. The road is started but not finished until the underground utilities are installed. You only put it in to a sub base level or else you'll be doing it twice. The contractors will want to do what is the easiest for them, not necessarily what is best for you. The well should be 150 feet away from the house and uphill. It is hard to tell but the perk test goes first. The septic design is based on where the home will be and down hill, gravity you know. The tank is only 10 feet away and the field starts 20 feet from there. You will need undisturbed soil both for the primary and the secondary field. If there is a big Rock outcropping you may have to move the location. This is all reasons for drawing it out before starting. Sorry for rambling, just trying to save you some headaches.

[@charlotteforrester3118]

Awesome crew! Congratulations on hitting water so quickly! Moving and grooving! Git her done!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MrsSmith-lj9cz]

Woohoo!!!! That water shooting up was awesome!!! Nice footage Mel!!! Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@debradupra6554]

So happy for you guys.The property is coming along.please be careful with the kids copperhead snakes are dangerous.Where’s there’s one there’s more.I live in Kentucky and we have them here to.Can’t wait to see your brother and his family join you all.I just want to say your kids are so beautiful.Keep up the great work things will come together soon.Gods Bless you all.

[@gwendolynure829]

Congratulations on your water!

[@pattyprice2644]

Heck ya whoohoo you got water and starts of a wider better road heck ya So happy for you n Anthony n Roxanne

[@RidgeLife]

Now that's a well drillin' video!

[@aprilcampbell8850]

Those are memories that will last a lifetime for the little ones

[@jamesscroggins3486]

Freakin awesome how fast you got that well in. Good for you guys!

[@lucindaellis3048]

My great grandfather was a dowser and well digger. My grandmother always told me he was and I finally found him on a census back in 1890 I think it was and that's what he named as his occupation.

[@sharonanspach2734]

WOW!! That was fast and only 110'... you lucked out and Congratulations!!!

[@ARBlessedLife]

Yay!!!! Congratulations guys 💖 I may have had happy tears when y'all struck water 💖

[@suejackson1731]

That was so much fun to watch glad kitty found the snake, stay safe guys see ya later x

[@tmacmi9095]

I’m impressed with Adair drilling👍👍, WELL DONE!! (literally) 😂👍💪

[@sandymire3131]

What an exciting time in your lives. You’ll always look back on this one day

[@petcorrect]

What beautiful memories the children will have, well divining, building a house, nature etc. best of all videos to show the grandchildren. Cheers Gary Mel & family

[@burnindaylighthomestead2977]

So happy things are moving along for you folks. When the rest of the family gets there they will appreciate the work that's been done before they got there. You will all make an awesome team and things will move much quicker. 💓🐱🐱

[@AngelB77]

That's great getting water. Hope the weather holds out so you get the road done. What a wonderful adventure.

[@Melissa-pt2ik]

I can remember watching this video when y’all first got to Arkansas on your property and how you built the well house building it’s so cool to watch this again

[@CmonHomesteading]

She went beast mode on that log C'mon!!

[@SpringRiverHollar]

That is so freaking amazing , yay...

[@SpringRiverHollar]

Twister is the kitty of the day . ❤

[@paulhoneyman6923]

YOU GUYS ROCK, so happy you got water soretd so fast. Means no need to haul it in. Thanks for sharing you guys, I love all the updates. Had to look twice with the kiddies in the trailer though, I thought there was 3 girls with Abe's hair done like that, (SORRY ABE). But you knew that was coming as soon as you jumped in there Mel.lol. Stay safe guys till next time.

[@grandpaslakehouse-homestea6113]

Get R Done. Awesome progress. The Well is a huge piece of the puzzle.

[@nancywatson9535]

Love love love Abe's hair...just like Dad!!❤

[@rondadavis9789]

So exciting! I'm very happy for you guys.

[@sarahaberegg4004]

Wow congratulations !!! So happy for you. Made me cry...loved the end dancing with you.

[@downndaboonies3823]

Now isn't that just great! They really did a great job clearing out the road!

[@lloydwilliams8715]

Wow that guy was great with the well

[@larrellpalmer5179]

Just sending greetings from Baltimore Maryland also congratulation on your progress . You guys are amazing

[@226cap]

Hello from southwestern New Mexico. You guys are used to listening for rattlesnakes, now you need to retrain yourselves and the kids to look and be careful where you put your hands and feet. Copperheads don't make any sound. Its great that you have dogs and cats to give you early warning. I have enjoyed your videos and look forward to following you on your exciting journey as you build your new home. I just subscribed to both Simple Life Reclaimed and Country Road Cure this week.

[@pennynewell3459]

Man, we were just at a garage sale and saw just what y’all need to move the logs. It was a huge sled. We use to use one to move hay bales. Wish y’all had it. So exciting. Huge blessing on hitting water.

[@burnindaylighthomestead2977]

Yes , as those trees come down they will have more and more to move.

[@thereseshands8116]

So glad for you guys water will make it do able so encouraging! Yes Yes Yes

[@abbieross4965]

Awesome pick of water shooting out 💪. Nice good water in underground stream.

[@lindatremblay2445]

So Beautiful, The Children are having a great time , Love u guys.

[@justinwilliamson4031]

Small word! Mr. Adair drilled our well also. We are building our cabin just a few miles down the road in Brownsville, just north of Booneville.😎

[@chuckstith838]

Of course the drillers going to say more water is deeper. They charge by the foot. Good pressure.. enjoy

[@revarbuckle]

So glad you got your well dug and have good water yhoo yhoo congrats

[@RedRoadgifts]

Thats a cool little wagon idea !!

[@williamwilkins1506]

When in your busy schedule you find a gap there is a ton of free firewood for the cutting from where they cleared along the road. if you cut it and stack it over the next few months it will season nicely for next year.

[@AdventureScape]

Your property looks beautiful 🤩 my grandpa actually told me about your channel. He enjoys watching you guys, and when he heard you were moving to Arkansas he got real interested to see all that you do with your land because that’s where we are from too! We live around the bentonville area and he actually has 300 acres about 20 minutes outside of pea ridge. Pretty awesome that you chose AR, definitely didn’t go wrong with that choice

[@richardramey7241]

I know y’all are excited to get started. Lots of work ahead. But you will have a fine life away from the crazies. Best wishes!

[@reginachristmas9973]

My Goodness that was quick!! They were Awesome!!! I just keep thinking ALRIGHT lol Am so excited for you all!!! ALRIGHT!!!!

[@vickihelgeson9634]

I hope that you in joy living in Arkansas. I get so home sick just watching your channel.

[@jestherjackson]

That was so exciting. I’m hooked on your channel. Love your family and how loving you are to the kids. Love you guys. Jane Esther.

[@mjperkolator8854]

Wonderful you have water via a drilled well! I’m betting it is very tasty.

[@stellajeffrey647]

Good evening everyone 👋🏻 every journey starts with the first step. You will look back on this one day and realise how far you have come 😊