Topsoil Galore On My Farm Pond Build

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  • @donnaflanagan6612
    @donnaflanagan6612 Рік тому +1

    When Chris is on the D6, we know all is right with the world. Love the view from Barney’s undercarriage. Take care & cheers😊

  • @gslenaway
    @gslenaway Рік тому +20

    I saw that the Bealy Good Pond is officially full, water in the overflow. This will end up being a very nice tranquil spot for you to relax some day. I know relax is not in your vocabulary but some day.

  • @rons.971
    @rons.971 Рік тому +17

    After more than 40 years in construction, it’s great to sit back in my recliner and watch you work. Thanks for these great videos!

  • @doug9418
    @doug9418 Рік тому +1

    Most pleasing to do your own work on your own property, seeing the results is the best payment. 🇺🇸 God Bless America 🇺🇸

  • @rickbell3402
    @rickbell3402 Рік тому +21

    I love how you’re always planning ahead, Chris! I can see how it makes you more effective.

  • @johnb.2936
    @johnb.2936 Рік тому +4

    Very picturesque moment when you were dozing the topsoil with the sun shining through the trees

  • @kirk467
    @kirk467 Рік тому +14

    I remember when you were pushing the dirt on the Bealy pond and look at it today! You did an amazing job on his pond! It’s beautiful Chris and filled up now! He’s got deer, foxes, turkeys and no telling what else wildlife gathering at his feeder at all hours! Really cool, you made a place for all the little animals there! I can tell Jeff loves his pond! That’s why you’re the ( Pond Master) my friend! This pond is going to be beautiful too, I know that!

  • @pinwizz69
    @pinwizz69 Рік тому +6

    Stay tuned Chris says.
    You'd better believe we subs will be waiting daily like little kids waiting for our favorite aftrr school cartoon to come on.
    We may grow old but we never truly grow up.
    Watching Chris operating his equipment is way better than any unreality show now slamming broadcaat tv.
    It's a master class in excavation equipment operation.

  • @allenbeaulieu7077
    @allenbeaulieu7077 Рік тому +6

    I think back to when you announced to us that you bought the second farm. You discussed your future plans and dreams with us. Now here it is, the pond is forming. Beautiful man.

  • @Vickie-Bligh
    @Vickie-Bligh Рік тому +22

    Wow. Everyone should enjoy their work as you do. Watching you determine how & why you are doing something is both entertaining and educational. And I thank you for bringing us all along to share your joy in your farm improvements. Today was an absolute blast and I'm glad your tree didn't die!😁

  • @donaldcason163
    @donaldcason163 Рік тому +52

    Chris I enjoy all of your videos, but I think the one's of you working on your own projects are the best! You seem to have more fun and that makes it more entertaining! Thank you for helping this old man laugh and relax (no stress). You have a great attitude about your work and that, my friend, is commendable! I also want to thank you for introducing us to another great guy, cottontop3. I've been following his channel since he worked with you on your job. He's like you, explains the work where you can understand. I'm having a blast watching you creating your new pond! Take care and I'll see you in your next one! 👍👍🇺🇲🙏❤️

    • @ryanhoward1013
      @ryanhoward1013 Рік тому +5

      Donald, you said it perfectly about Chris and his videos. I agree with you 💯 that he is the best operator ever and when he's working at home he's even better. Thanks for sharing

  • @heatherlane9270
    @heatherlane9270 Рік тому +17

    It always seems to be more rewarding and relaxing to work on one own projects - peace of mind. Lovely to see the leaves returning just not something I see en masse in the land down under. Good there is great clay on hand.

  • @deernutOO
    @deernutOO Рік тому +8

    Enjoyed this video very much. Nice to see the progress you are making, and for taking us along, many thanks.

  • @PhotoArtBrussels
    @PhotoArtBrussels Рік тому +1

    Chris, what a great video!! We can feel your enjoyment through the screen. There is nothing like a happy man and his 50.000lbs excavator and 62.000lbs off-road truck playing in the yard and enjoying life! 😛
    Thanks for all the great videos; greetings from Belgium!

  • @Grizzlife
    @Grizzlife Рік тому +31

    I’ve never seen someone love running equipment and his job as you do. Thanks for content!

    • @dankreoger611
      @dankreoger611 Рік тому +10

      Maybe Jerry on the 850B on Dirt Perfect's channel. Be a close 2nd. Lol

    • @lionelgardiner4408
      @lionelgardiner4408 Рік тому +2

      @@dankreoger611 that would be a contest I'd love to see!!

    • @dankreoger611
      @dankreoger611 Рік тому +3

      @@lionelgardiner4408 not so much a contest, but the love of being in the seat. I was that way driving otr,, or farming. Just you and the machine, hard to explain.

    • @lionelgardiner4408
      @lionelgardiner4408 Рік тому +2

      @@dankreoger611 I don't really think you need to Dan. I have been a wood worker for 30+yrs. Restoring pieces. it is an exercise in doing what you love.

    • @dirtfarmer7472
      @dirtfarmer7472 Рік тому +1

      It makes a significant difference when it’s your place. At least it did for me.

  • @craigwavra3495
    @craigwavra3495 Рік тому +6

    Cool to see the big iron on the project. Experience tells you when to move dirt and dig!! You usually know best!

  • @johnandcarolynmills3061
    @johnandcarolynmills3061 Рік тому +7

    Good to see you & "Betty" working on your own pond, oh & good shots from inside .

  • @dennis2376
    @dennis2376 Рік тому +9

    What a beautiful day and the ride back from dumping the soil, between the field and trees, was cool! Slowly taken shape. Hope no tornado was in your area. Thank you and have a good day.

  • @charlesswhitlock
    @charlesswhitlock Рік тому +4

    Another great video, loved the 50 minutes duration, lots of good video to watch.

  • @axcs0119
    @axcs0119 Рік тому +3

    Cutting the ditch reminds me of Mr. AJ with his ditch bucket.

  • @KHTimber
    @KHTimber Рік тому

    Use the wet dirt to make an island in middle of the lake; with a small walkway from the shore. plant grass on the island and walk way. Put a white oak sapling from your woods in the middle of the island for shade.

  • @michaelweatherhead9470
    @michaelweatherhead9470 Рік тому +10

    Thanks for the video Chris 👍 awesome pond building it's coming along nicely. Take care of yourself and Winston ❤️❤️👍.

  • @chrispy104k
    @chrispy104k Рік тому

    That grading bucket sure is the best thing since sliced bread.

  • @billdenton8516
    @billdenton8516 Рік тому

    I wish I could still work , I really enjoyed it. Watching your channel is a real treat for me since I very seldom get to go out. Thanks Chris!!!!!

  • @ringstinga
    @ringstinga Рік тому +8

    Looking good Chris ! That pond is going to fill quick with water when you see the flow out of the ditch !

  • @GARDENER42
    @GARDENER42 Рік тому +9

    All that topsoil is going to pay off for the farm in the future - beats having too much crappy subsoil/rocks any day of the week (remember the animal hospital...😧).

  • @timcope3115
    @timcope3115 Рік тому +3

    Built several ponds with loaders and dozers, never had access to an excavator. Man they are nice especially when the area is already wet.

  • @curtislavender5880
    @curtislavender5880 Рік тому +2

    Only wished I lived closer! I’d give you an outlet for all that topsoil!

  • @chrisbartrum3201
    @chrisbartrum3201 Рік тому +3

    Reckon it'll become the pond that all North Carolina ponds are measured by in the coming years. Good to hear that side, albeit it can't be easy.

  • @Pegasus209
    @Pegasus209 Рік тому +2

    Understatement of the year... Chris saying, "I think it's going to turn out nicely." Good one, Chris. Good one...

  • @DavidSmith-zr3nd
    @DavidSmith-zr3nd Рік тому

    Love the sound of that D6 pushing dirt

  • @nopelindoputraperkasa5869
    @nopelindoputraperkasa5869 Рік тому +4

    Top skills ⛏️💪👍
    Digging with an excavator looks easy, but requires good and professional skills, greetings from traditional Indonesian gold miners 🇮🇩🤲🌹👍💪⛏️

  • @garydillon3960
    @garydillon3960 Рік тому

    Tremendous job for just one man. Chris if you had a couple more people you would already have a pond. God Bless.

  • @borghorsa1902
    @borghorsa1902 Рік тому +17

    Love the digging! I like how excavator exposes new soil that was laying there for hundreds of thousands of years. Good underbelly shots of the big Volvo loader 🤩

  • @pauldillinger2286
    @pauldillinger2286 Рік тому +3

    I bet the ditch will drain just fine. You have proved to do what you want to do on a job the first time. It just blows my mind how good you are on any of your jobs my friend. You have done this for so many years and you are so good at what you do. You deserve to have a relaxing place to work and the property is looking so amazing. The only land owner you have to deal with on this project is you. Dont argue with you self. Thats not good.Hey everybody check out cotontop3 cutting trees for free for the tornado and his new friend with the remote tree cutting with grapple. Mr letsdig thar man cotontop3 is right there with you as far as talent for his job. You are thee pond master Chris and cotontop3. Is the freaking tree master for sure.

  • @moman0166
    @moman0166 Рік тому +8

    We had a bottom section of 50 A that there was next to the river. It had gumbo in it and my dad said to never stop plowing if it breaks up nicely even if it’s lunch time because you could come back after lunch and it would plow like big worms turning over. It could change that fast!

  • @TheBurnsStuff
    @TheBurnsStuff Рік тому +1

    LOL a little side note, 12 years later and "just look at that" is still relevant. Gets me every time lol. Man, this is going to look awesome. Having a nice little puddle in the corner will be awesome for family and friends. I wish my land wasn't nothing but rock. I guess it has its pros, but not for a pond. I want a pond so bad and I have the best spot for it. Damn glacial till.

  • @smileywilson9972
    @smileywilson9972 Рік тому +6

    ❤this is cool seeing this I’m down to 7yrs ago when you got your 2nd Linkbelt can’t do anything but watch videos been sick wild watching you grow great 👍 job

  • @gussaba9004
    @gussaba9004 Рік тому +3

    Working for family and for clients
    I am doing something useful for my self
    Proud of you
    Job well done friend

  • @ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441
    @ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441 Рік тому +2

    Oh come on the weather man's never wrong much. Good stuff. Really enjoyed it. 👍👍🙂🇨🇦

  • @BeytekinConstructionMachinery
    @BeytekinConstructionMachinery Рік тому +3

    Think your cows will love the pool! 🍹🐄🏊😆

    • @dennis2376
      @dennis2376 Рік тому +2

      I do not think they will be any where near the pond. This is the guest house area. :)

  • @mcadamsbrady218
    @mcadamsbrady218 Рік тому +21

    You could put a mound of dirt in your cattle pasture where you feed hay to your cattle and this will make it dryer for cattle when they eat hay! I live in north central Minnesota and I feed hay in hay rings so I build mounds and feed my cattle and it stays much dryer than the low areas. I am only suggesting this so you might consider my advice!

    • @bobkohl6779
      @bobkohl6779 Рік тому +11

      Cattle will turn it to muck, it's what they do when penned

    • @edpoints1127
      @edpoints1127 Рік тому +4

      ​@@bobkohl6779 💯 true

    • @justinfufun5483
      @justinfufun5483 Рік тому +3

      That's the traditional way yo make a pond its called puddling. The put so much weight in such a small space they make it anaerobic. The flipsude is putting quicklime on the ground. It soaks up the water and t hen they can never puddle it. Usually used in gateways where they always trample it.

    • @jameskadel2176
      @jameskadel2176 Рік тому +5

      I have a stupid question, what size does it have to be before its not a pond but a lake?

    • @mcadamsbrady218
      @mcadamsbrady218 Рік тому +2

      I live in Minnesota and I build mounds in my fields where I put hay ring and it stay dryer than lower areas!

  • @chrisbeam9342
    @chrisbeam9342 Рік тому +7

    Another great video Chris how satisfying to work on your farm

  • @donmiller8186
    @donmiller8186 Рік тому +8

    Man, when you yet at a project, Chris it amazes me how quick it progresses. And right about how much dirt the dozer pushes. Your pond it going to be a pretty one .

  • @scott4947
    @scott4947 Рік тому +1

    I look forward to watching all the new updates, I love watching the old D6 do what it does best 🇦🇺

  • @richardherring8220
    @richardherring8220 Рік тому +7

    Chris, when it's your own there is no "PAYDAY" when you complete it, like a clearing job, so you can set your own pace !! 😄

    • @Manoffire260
      @Manoffire260 Рік тому +1

      You forget that he gets UA-cam income from the video you just watched and commented on! 😁

  • @budbradbury208
    @budbradbury208 Рік тому +3

    I think of it as you sculpting your pond! Enjoy your videos.

  • @Jimmyfisher121
    @Jimmyfisher121 Рік тому +1

    I love watching you building the pond for yourself it is just much more fun and relaxed, thank you Chris for bring us along for the ride, though not so good a view from under the truck, hope to see the new projects soon.

  • @madelinelambert605
    @madelinelambert605 Рік тому +7

    Going to be a beautiful pond!!

  • @MichaelBrown-qn9hi
    @MichaelBrown-qn9hi Рік тому +5

    B-E-A-UTIFUL, precision stripping of topsoil, addressed my thought of pond dam width. I know you want to "GET DIGGING or PUSHING", but like you said "It's better when it's your own project no Rush", and you might have a better idea later. Love that "PEACEFUL GREEN HAY FIELD".

  • @emosongo254
    @emosongo254 Рік тому

    Waaah! I'm always waiting for to upload a video for my family to watch. Props to you.

  • @StratManDan52
    @StratManDan52 Рік тому +1

    Liked watching the tandems roll!

  • @bobhobson408
    @bobhobson408 Рік тому +4

    Nice work Chris. Just over whelmed how you master the excavator with smooth and precision Thank for sharing.

  • @michaelschuenemann3505
    @michaelschuenemann3505 Рік тому +1

    Continue with the Pond Build - Super Nice Clay ! More Progress and that was Your Aim ! Drainage Ditch deeper Cut ! Love the Truck Underneath Camera View ! Yes - Greening of the Trees - yes it looks soooo pretty indeed ! And the Grass is sooo deep Green and coming on really well - You sounded very Happy ! Another Great Video and many Cheers from Australia !!!!

  • @rickallen9382
    @rickallen9382 Рік тому +3

    Chris I watch every video and enjoy them . The pond builds are the best. Your pond will look wonderful with the trees and grass and hopefully blue water

  • @csnelling4
    @csnelling4 Рік тому +5

    Thanks Chris 👌🍺. Looks as if you have sorted those rear Cat hub seals out on Barney, they look nice and dry (underneath camera shot )😊

  • @mhbpodnk
    @mhbpodnk Рік тому +5

    I agree it’s always more fun working on your own stuff and finally seeing your vision coming to fruition and the pride you feel when it’s done because you did it on your free time as it aloud and not under a schedule to finish it plus the only thing that would make it better is if instead of the modern 220 digging it you were using an old dragline then it would definitely be a old fashioned pond build hopefully one day you’ll get one

  • @RB-wl7ct
    @RB-wl7ct Рік тому +3

    Really good to see the progress.
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @BobMartin-up4gm
    @BobMartin-up4gm Рік тому +3

    chris you are a natural, thanks for taking us along, i enjoy your vidios.

  • @benm3305
    @benm3305 Рік тому +1

    You surely are blessed with talent and opportunity! Enjoy and appreciate the videos! Thank you

  • @randycharest4507
    @randycharest4507 Рік тому

    I TOTALLY ENJOYED WATCHING THE VIDEO CHRIS 😊

  • @Justalittleoutoftown
    @Justalittleoutoftown Рік тому +6

    Thanks for the suggestion on the bentonite clay. It would have been cool to have a rock cliff in the pond to jump off but I decided it’s was going to be way to much work to get it to seal.

  • @donaldalexanderrichards4422
    @donaldalexanderrichards4422 Рік тому +1

    Hi Chris I enjoy watching your videos especially when you are cleaning dams and ponds
    I hope there will be more videos of you fixing more pond's in the future

  • @Fatamus
    @Fatamus Рік тому +1

    Can't wait to see trees 🌳 with leaves 🌳 myself, 😉 I'm on the same page you are there. Great project, that little pond next to the field of green🥺. I love it here but I still have three feet of snow in the yard. 🤔 😁It has started melting faster and faster. It is quit interesting watching spring travel its way North.
    thanks for the green grass and popping leaves.🤗🤗🤗

  • @karenheartoriginal3783
    @karenheartoriginal3783 Рік тому +3

    Yahooo you made a lot of headway…I can finally picture what it’s going to look like (I’m not the sharpest tack in the box 😄)!!

  • @wayupnort6271
    @wayupnort6271 Рік тому +2

    We’re ready for some leaves here in northern Minnesota too! Unfortunately we’re under a blizzard warning fir the next 2 days calling for 10 to 18” of snow and 55mph wind gusts. I’m 😅enjoying spring vicariously through you and your videos. Thanks Chris!

  • @TL64329
    @TL64329 Рік тому +1

    Great video-looks like this is going to make a nice pond site. I love the sound of the old Cat dozer.

  • @kirk467
    @kirk467 Рік тому +2

    What’s so cool about this job it’s your pond Chris and your dream! I’m enjoying seeing it’s come true brother! I know you are for sure! 👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

  • @jwdickinson643
    @jwdickinson643 Рік тому +2

    Chris, if you find that you are NOT getting good water penetration in your hay fields, look into applying ThioCal (Calcium Thiosulphate) to the fields.
    The thiocal breaks the clay’s ionic bonds replacing them with calcium ions. This allows water & fertilizer to penetrate deeper into the soil giving roots an environment to grow deeper and healthier
    Also, you might consider getting your county or local university extension service to performing a soil analysis with particular focus on the micro-nutrients required for the hay field, which ultimately yields a higher quality and nutritional hay for your livestock.
    Very best wishes on your Paradise venture! 👍👍👊👊

  • @dirtfarmer7472
    @dirtfarmer7472 Рік тому +1

    I’ve said this before,
    A farmer likes plenty of rain and sunshine, if not to much or to little, as long as it comes on days, he has chosen

  • @kevinmurray7135
    @kevinmurray7135 Рік тому

    Very good top soil for the low spots on the farm for sure going to look nice down there so far it’s 👍😎🇺🇸 6:30pm NY

  • @stanleymartin1613
    @stanleymartin1613 Рік тому +3

    Great video. Enjoyed watching the progress ✌️ 😎

  • @aaronshaw26
    @aaronshaw26 Рік тому

    The belly view on the dump truck was pretty cool

  • @chasebodiford4363
    @chasebodiford4363 Рік тому

    job well done 👍🏻 44:32 love the camera angle

  • @mcadamsbrady218
    @mcadamsbrady218 Рік тому +2

    In Minnesota any body of water no matter the size is considered a lake , there is is 1/2 acre mud puddle not far from me called Pocket lake !

  • @bishopcorva
    @bishopcorva Рік тому +3

    Might be time to go ahead and change out the zerks just to rule out those being the reason for the squeaks. Maybe take the time to push the pins out as well to clean out the bushings to see if there's a gob of goo (mud/dirt mixed with grease) stuck in there somewhere that's keeping an area from getting grease.
    Catching issues early keeps them from turning into cash pits.

  • @stevendufresne9994
    @stevendufresne9994 Рік тому +2

    Chris Thanks for the Video Great!!👍👍

  • @donnamullins2089
    @donnamullins2089 Рік тому +5

    Enjoy viewing from the dozier point of view. You can see how much dirt is being removed.
    Love the hay field. Can't wait for first cut and baling. Will there be Balloons and cake. Good video. Thanks.

  • @miroslavkentos6810
    @miroslavkentos6810 Рік тому +1

    It is something else as your all day job, because its for you and how you want it to be done :)

  • @cathiwim
    @cathiwim Рік тому

    That tilt bucket is a game changer!,

  • @rondastump8930
    @rondastump8930 Рік тому +1

    So enjoy hearing of ur plans for the farms. You have tremendous foresight on every project u do, now u can enjoy seeing that gift develop ur own farm. How enjoyable for u! Loved the video! May God bless u and keep u safe.

  • @ronniemccabe3165
    @ronniemccabe3165 Рік тому

    Hopefully you will incorporate all of your equipment in on your personal pond build . That would be awesome

  • @tomswindler64
    @tomswindler64 Рік тому +3

    Great video,you accomplished a lot in short time.😎😎😎👍👍👍

  • @chrispowless321
    @chrispowless321 Рік тому +3

    Awesome progress!!!

  • @jwdickinson643
    @jwdickinson643 Рік тому +2

    Chris, forgive an old man for possibly repeating himself, but MAN!, you are a true artist with those beasts! 👍👍👊👊

  • @stevechapman7053
    @stevechapman7053 Рік тому +1

    Looking good Chris!! Can't wait to see it finished.

  • @doritleis2773
    @doritleis2773 Рік тому +1

    Chris I have the Luck You almost two Years by Your Work to see to know. It is alike what You Work it is always grand. But if you work on a Pond with Dam building, this is Fascinate to 100 % not a Other make this with this Perfection how You. The Planing is the surrounding and the subsoil Adaptation. You to Explain all Work Phase. Thank You. The Video always from best Quality. 👌

  • @TimberTramp
    @TimberTramp Рік тому +1

    I’d love for you to do a yanmar upgrade with a thumb design like you have there….it’d make them so much more usable cleaning up brush etc… that’d be a useful project & great content!

  • @karintippett753
    @karintippett753 Рік тому +1

    Winter storm on the way here, Colorado low. up to 10" of snow. We need what you have. :)

  • @dustinbrooks8610
    @dustinbrooks8610 Рік тому +1

    I really enjoy your videos. You have a beautiful piece of property

  • @terryrogers1025
    @terryrogers1025 Рік тому

    The D6, just a sweet ole dozer, it was made to work and it has what it takes to get it done, it must be a delightful experience to listen to that CAT engine working, in my book its sound is as sweet as any music out there. Thanks for the letting us tag along.

  • @TinyHouseHomestead
    @TinyHouseHomestead Рік тому +1

    The grass is green we can launch some ROCKETS! 😁👍👍🇺🇲

  • @74_Green
    @74_Green Рік тому +3

    Almost 40 but George can still push a good amount of dirt around!

  • @richardphelan8414
    @richardphelan8414 Рік тому +2

    D6 stripping topsoil Chris does like Dozer action and so do I skimming off the good soil to expose the clay layer good stuff ,It's easy to see you like what you do, that's the reason you good at what you do

  • @SuperAndyyyy
    @SuperAndyyyy Рік тому +3

    im waiting for the pond build with an island!

  • @garymessina1609
    @garymessina1609 Рік тому +1

    Great video thanks Chris the pond is coming right along as usual your making all the right moves

  • @Jack_Rabbit71
    @Jack_Rabbit71 Рік тому

    Nice start to your pond Chris. Gotta love all them $ bills coming out of that D6 muffler 😂 sweet.

  • @patrickswagger
    @patrickswagger Рік тому

    Oh, brown water keep on rolling, Mississippi moon keep on shining on me

  • @davidhakadoober._1-
    @davidhakadoober._1- Рік тому +4

    The hard part about projects like these are having the time when business is going well. As well as having the money to do it if business isn't going well. Since most home projects don't pay anything other than a sense of accomplishment.

    • @Manoffire260
      @Manoffire260 Рік тому +1

      Some would say UA-cam is his business. You just paid the man for working on a home project by commenting (and hopefully liking)! 😁

  • @Nick-HBC
    @Nick-HBC Рік тому

    I work on a computer all day. At the end of the day if you turn it off there is nothing to show for that days work. How satisfying it must be to do all this work and have progress and something to show for at the end of the day. Imma just going to live vicariously through you.