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Attacked By Black Bear
Black bear attacked my deer feeder and destroyed it. They eat all my corn in my garden. And there’s nothing I can do about it.
In this video I’ll share with you what to do and what not to do for your own safety regarding bears.
My deer feeder is made out of steel and is mounted above 6 feet to prevent such destruction. But this bear is huge. And its teeth are strong enough to rip through almost any material including steel.
No these are not bullet holes. At first I thought someone had shot my feeder. But I was wrong.
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Liquid Gold Ice Cold Spring Water
Переглядів 3224 місяці тому
Life depends on clean pure water and there’s nothing better than ice cold fresh mountain spring water straight from the rocks here on the Welch Family Homestead farm. Here in the Smoky Mountains we’re blessed with hundreds of crystal clear spring heads where artesian water pushes up deep from down in the earth, filtered through the rocks. I’ve been needing to set up a spot here where we can col...
Can I Fix This Tubeless Tire On The Mower?
Переглядів 5016 місяців тому
If there's something that is going to happen on a regular basis on the farm, you guessed it, it's a flat tire. If you're going to have a farm you need to know how to fix a flat tubeless tire. Most farm equipment has tubeless tires and patching them is no easy task. I have several John Deere's but my Kubota ZD 1211 is a beast when it comes to cutting grass around the homestead. It has a 72 inch ...
Draw A Perfect 5 Pointed Star
Переглядів 1998 місяців тому
Geometry doesn't have to be that difficult. And in woodworking we use it every day in one form or another. The five point start, or the pentacle star, is easy when you understand how to utilize the shape of a circle and how to divide it into 5 segments or the pentagonal shape. The star is used in many country flags around the world, including the American Flag. The five pointed star is also see...
Cutting Wide Plank Poplar | Aldridge Brothers Sawmill Smoky Mountains Custom Doors
Переглядів 1,1 тис.8 місяців тому
Hi ya'll, this is Jef at the Welch Family Homestead and Smoky Mountain Custom Doors. As you all know, I source my material here in the Great Smoky Mountains. Although we have our own sawmill on the farm, I have awesome neighbors that have a vintage circular sawmill that has been in their family for generations. And it is still in operation. Today's video is without words, and just the pleasantr...
Giant Marker Tree Found In North Carolina
Переглядів 2258 місяців тому
Hi ya'll. This is Jef at Welch Family Homestead in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. This is Cherokee territory and yes, I do believe we have a rare treasure on my mountain. Now some will debate if the trail trees (marker trees) are real or a myth. There are some discussion about the timing of the Trail of Tears in the late 1830s. A tree would need to be older than that to be considered an a...
More Than Just Farming
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Out of risk of telling you what the video is all about before you have the chance to watch it, I'll give you a little hint. Yes, it takes a lot of funds to keep a farm up (or to even buy a farm). And the truth is, a farm takes years to develop before it yields a profit. So in this video I will share with you how I have by resigned my corporate position and am pursuing what I love to do most, fa...
Camper Fire Ends In Tragedy
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Campers and motor coaches are extremely flammable and the bigger they are the further it is to the door. Getting out can be virtually impossible if you can't climb through a window. Manufacturers design exit hatches, however, if you aren't in optimal health it is impossible to escape. When an RV catches on fire they burn fast. My brother had his motor coach parked here on my farm to enjoy the b...
9 Myths About Homesteading People Get Wrong
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Professor Jef shares the top misconceptions people get wrong about homesteading. Is homesteading a new concept? What is a homesteader? Are homesteads small or large tracts of land? Does a homestead require you to live a primitive lifestyle? What actually defines a homestead? All these and more are discussed in this video. Some people stress over whether they call their property a homestead, a f...
This Made A Believer Out Of Me
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Being an avid flyer I know vapor trails are very normal and commonly occur when the moisture and temperature in the air is just right. And when flying a jet ascends and descends through various layers of the atmosphere. This provides a perfect opportunity for vapor trails to commonly occur during a flight. I’ve seen literally hundreds of videos on chem trails and have been a skeptic to the stor...
13 Things Good and Bad About Homesteading
Переглядів 1,2 тис.11 місяців тому
This year has been brutal for many reasons. I quit my job as CEO of an international company 6 months ago, but for a good reason. I was loyal to the ownership and I stuck it out as long as I could, but they just got so far behind on paying me I had to resign. I was hoping to have the farm to the phase of at least breaking even financially by this time but as mentioned in the video, there's more...
Round Log Mortise and Tenon - Barn Build (Part 3) Laying Out Mortise Uneven Log
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When everything is perfect it is easy. But when is a natural hand peeled log ever perfect? I will show you how to lay out a mortise in an uneven log, full of knots, obstructions, bulges, curves, and bows. This will help you calculate around the obstacles that might cause you to throw up your hands and quit. There is a secret to seeing beyond the imperfections. In my opinion it is these type cha...
Don't Make This Tragic Mistake - Barn Build (Part 2)
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Do you have pets? Don't forget! Their safety is priority. They don't know what you're doing and they can get hurt while you're focused on other things. In this video I'll talk about how a dog's instinct will control their actions and your actions may control their reactions. A stick is something a dog can fetch, carry around, and chew on. But a big stick is a tree and it is dangerous if a tree ...
Round Log Mortise and Tenon - Barn Build (Part 1)
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This has been a busy month. We have been in a draught in the Southeast USA. In farming that means we have to take special precaution, especially for forest fires and assuring the forests stay healthy. Part of that process is cutting out and removing dead standing trees which are infested with pine beetles before they spread to other trees. While removing these beautiful large forest pines, I'm ...
Science or Witchcraft? Using Divining Rods to find Water
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Science or Witchcraft? Using Divining Rods to find Water
Project Sneak Peak
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Project Sneak Peak
Rustic Log Rocking Chair (Part 2) Final Details
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Rustic Log Rocking Chair (Part 2) Final Details
Rustic Log Rocking Chair (Part 1)
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Rustic Log Rocking Chair (Part 1)
Dangerous and Deadly Tree Removal
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Dangerous and Deadly Tree Removal
Why Use Frost Free Faucets - Freezing Temps Coming
Переглядів 224Рік тому
Why Use Frost Free Faucets - Freezing Temps Coming
Could Have Been Much Worse | It was my mistake
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Could Have Been Much Worse | It was my mistake
Psalm 23 The Lord Is My Shepherd
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Psalm 23 The Lord Is My Shepherd
Easy To Make Elderberry Jam No Pectin or Sugar
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Easy To Make Elderberry Jam No Pectin or Sugar
Granddaddy Of All Hickory Nut Trees
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Granddaddy Of All Hickory Nut Trees
Using Dead Standing Trees For Post and Beam Barn
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Using Dead Standing Trees For Post and Beam Barn
I Confess But Hear Me Out Before You Judge Me
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I Confess But Hear Me Out Before You Judge Me
Can Disaster after Disaster turn into Blessings?
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Can Disaster after Disaster turn into Blessings?
Natural Poison Ivy Antidote?
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Natural Poison Ivy Antidote?
Elderberry Health Benefits Boost Immune System
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Elderberry Health Benefits Boost Immune System
This Pine Tree Was Stuck and Stubborn
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This Pine Tree Was Stuck and Stubborn

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @John-vz5un
    @John-vz5un День тому

    Arelina Spinoza another commenter has mentioned berries are not edible and Elderberry branches and seeds must be avoided. Beautiful country however

  • @tinachampion786
    @tinachampion786 23 дні тому

    U look so good

  • @JanaLemons-dl7tk
    @JanaLemons-dl7tk Місяць тому

    Beautiful!

  • @lisakiel9695
    @lisakiel9695 Місяць тому

    Hello from New Zealand we dont have them here but very interesting you and your family stay safe🥰Can you please do a follow up on the Black Walnut Hull Extract and suggest dose and frequency please i have a tree right behind my house and would like to take advantage of its healing properties thankyou😊

  • @mariacastro-cw9ex
    @mariacastro-cw9ex Місяць тому

    Como eu queria estar aí para ajudar e disfrutar desse mundo eu voltaria a ter 20 anos

  • @Arieh-Lael
    @Arieh-Lael 2 місяці тому

    I thought it was banned in Tennessee now 🤔 I read some articles about the AG outlawing it. 😡🙏🏻

  • @Droumreague
    @Droumreague 2 місяці тому

    You must have difference breed of elderberries in America they look nothing like elderberries here in ireland and our elderberry trees here do not have any thorns

    • @myageo
      @myageo 2 місяці тому

      That is because that is not an Elder tree, that is Aralia Spinosa (Devil's Walking Stick).

  • @josephkoricanek7685
    @josephkoricanek7685 2 місяці тому

    Amen brotha - Jesus Christ was and will always be the best carpenter.. In his name Amen

  • @CidcoCedarProducts
    @CidcoCedarProducts 2 місяці тому

    Wasted 2 feet of lumber on the stump

  • @brendamyles6479
    @brendamyles6479 2 місяці тому

    Smart man with mother nature ❤️

  • @pam_jackson
    @pam_jackson 2 місяці тому

    lol, I don't think people realize just how fast a bear is. I live in the mountains and made a bin to store my garbage in. I made it out of 2x4 and put some 1/4in hardware on the outside. Well I don't need to tell you how that worked out.

  • @AnjaKliemannel
    @AnjaKliemannel 2 місяці тому

    I‘m glad to see you and Fontana

  • @ingridrohmkopf6592
    @ingridrohmkopf6592 2 місяці тому

    Es war wieder ein super Video,da wir hier keine Bären haben.So ist es gut zu wissen,was man zu beachten hat,im Urlaub Bären zu begegnen. Danke Chef Welch für die Hinweise.Gott segne sie und ihre Fanilie.

  • @ЛюбовьАртемьева-ч2р
    @ЛюбовьАртемьева-ч2р 2 місяці тому

    Be careful, Mr. Welch! This guy doesn't like jokes!

  • @cuchialvarado6677
    @cuchialvarado6677 2 місяці тому

    No se puede traducir todo el audio,no me lo permite

  • @jamesbunch6066
    @jamesbunch6066 2 місяці тому

    They are increasing so God bless, be careful🙏🙏

  • @cuchialvarado6677
    @cuchialvarado6677 2 місяці тому

    Pués vaya cruz con los osos ahí,usted no le tiene miedo a esos animales tenga cuidado se puede llevar un susto ,su granja es lo qué llamaríamos aquí y zoológico, tanto animalito ahí 👋

  • @susanivey2179
    @susanivey2179 2 місяці тому

    OMG! 😮🐻

  • @mariladeira4315
    @mariladeira4315 3 місяці тому

    Mr. Welch I was wandering if doesn’t have snakes in there. I love explore the woods, but I am always scared of snakes 😬 what do you do to avoid them?

  • @mariladeira4315
    @mariladeira4315 3 місяці тому

    I loved watching your videos. Keep doing it ✨🙏✨ it’s a blessing 🌳🌲🌿💚

  • @iamnotguilty
    @iamnotguilty 3 місяці тому

    Very nice, well done. I'm going to try my hand at this.

  • @toddtredway3068
    @toddtredway3068 3 місяці тому

    Amen brother God is good and has a master design and plan for all things

  • @susanivey2179
    @susanivey2179 4 місяці тому

    🥰

  • @nancyvachon6262
    @nancyvachon6262 4 місяці тому

    Nice !!

  • @susanivey2179
    @susanivey2179 4 місяці тому

    🥰

  • @AnjaKliemannel
    @AnjaKliemannel 4 місяці тому

    Nice the cold water by you'r hot weather 😊

  • @AnjaKliemannel
    @AnjaKliemannel 4 місяці тому

    Nice cold water by your hot weather 😊

  • @sharonwiley2814
    @sharonwiley2814 4 місяці тому

    You think way to much have your self, you can not be friends with people, i guess what i am saying is you are fake.

  • @nancyhiggs7171
    @nancyhiggs7171 4 місяці тому

    That fresh spring water would make some delicious ice tea!

  • @jamesbunch6066
    @jamesbunch6066 5 місяців тому

    Glad to see you back

  • @gayleblacknall8877
    @gayleblacknall8877 5 місяців тому

    that's a good video, I could almost taste the water 💦

  • @TroyDooly
    @TroyDooly 5 місяців тому

    I'm so glad to see you back making videos

  • @TheContractorKid
    @TheContractorKid 5 місяців тому

    You can make a living of of elderberries

  • @md-jabbarul
    @md-jabbarul 5 місяців тому

    Loved this! Improving your SEO could boost your channel's visibility and reach. I'm here to assist if needed.

  • @ingridrohmkopf6592
    @ingridrohmkopf6592 6 місяців тому

    Danke für das interessante Video,ja man kann da viel Geld sparen,bei eigener Reparatur.Wünsche ihnen weiterhin Gesundheit und Gottes Segen ihnen und ihrer Familie

  • @mikeske9777
    @mikeske9777 6 місяців тому

    I used to do this work all the time in a tire shop. A piece of advice from me on the procedure of repairing the tire. I agree that the tubeless plug is a fine repair even on the sidewall for a low speed application but not any street tires as the flex of sidewall will cut off the plug and it could be a terrible thing if it is a blow out. The first step is keep it near the air compressor and then pump the tire up to about 25 to 30 PSI the reason you want to over inflate the tire slightly is it makes it easier to run the reamer in and out of the tire. After you ream the tire leave the reamer in the tire and prepare your plug patch with the plug insertion tool then pull out the reamer and quickly insert the plug into the tire. Then check air pressure and adjust it to the what ever pressure you want. By doing the ream and the plug with slightly over inflated tire the ream and insertion tool will go into the tire easier and it is less strain for you fighting to get the tools into the repair area of the tire.

  • @kiffinbrown9299
    @kiffinbrown9299 6 місяців тому

    I have a lawn service some tires have 4 plugs in them LOL

  • @jamesbunch6066
    @jamesbunch6066 6 місяців тому

    Great job. Pray God bless your Homestead

  • @susanivey2179
    @susanivey2179 6 місяців тому

    🚜🥰

  • @lindaadamson3067
    @lindaadamson3067 6 місяців тому

    Mr . Welch this is Linda Adamson and I am writing to apologize for sending you the emails about EDD DEBIT CARDS. I have not been scammed but I was given your contact information by someone that doesn’t know his butt from a hole in the wall. Please forgive me for ever bothering you. I am so sorry and will never send you another Email. Take care Mr Welch and God Bless You Abundantly. Linda Adamson

  • @ЛюбовьАртемьева-ч2р
    @ЛюбовьАртемьева-ч2р 6 місяців тому

    Hello, Mr. Welch! I like it for the love of my Land, for professionalism and for a good mood! Good luck!

  • @cuchialvarado6677
    @cuchialvarado6677 6 місяців тому

    17:10 Vaya trabajo qué tiene,tenga cuidado si está en zonas altas o desnivel,no se le vire el cortacésped.👋usted es un crack.Ya nos contará qué fué lo qué le sucedió y porqué no ha colgado ningún vídeo en UA-cam.👋

  • @susanivey2179
    @susanivey2179 6 місяців тому

    🥰💝

  • @AnjaKliemannel
    @AnjaKliemannel 7 місяців тому

    Wonderful star 🙏🙏☹️🥸😎