I started learning about self sufficiency in 2010. I was really discouraged because I was poor and living month to month in a condo barely able to keep food on the table. I knew nothing about growing, preserving food or keeping chickens. Years went by but I kept doing my low paying corp job and learning. Gradually I worked my way to owning a home in the country with 3/4 acre, I have chickens, a garden, I learned to preserve food and I have everything I need. I am still poor but I feel rich. If you are living in the city and working a corp job just keep learning and never give up. I am hoping the best for you. If a 67 year old single woman can do it then you can too.
So true. I was 68 when I bought and moved to this homestead on two acres. Life is so much calmer out of the city. I grew a garden for the first time since my parent's gardens when I was a kid. Wishing you all the best in your self reliance journey.
Thanks for sharing this. My wife and I are around age 50 and sometimes get discouraged about being "too old" for this. Definitely encouraging to hear from others who've done it and are sustaining.
@@yahusrevus, 50 is not “old” and certainly not *too* old. I am 61 and started my gardening and closer association with nature, and living in a small community. It is never too late, and I am pretty sure I am not too old for it so, enjoy what you do and aim for this lifestyle, it seems to work.
I turn 50 this year, and what lies ahead is concerning….now more than ever, the notion of self-reliance is a goal I’m working towards. The information you provide via your channels is priceless….
You may already know this but in Australia we very quickly get weavils in stored grain. Our trick and this has never failed me is to put dried bay leaves in every pail of grain, keeps bugs at bay (pardon the pun). Very interesting and informative video. Thank you.
I live in the US and also put bay leaves in my grains, then I seal them in Mylar bags inside of buckets. No bugs or mice are getting free meals here. 😉
Bay Leaves... good to know... Thanks. I've been using food grade diatomaceous earth in my buckets... also have O2 absorbers and desiccant packets. I like the natural, non toxic option you suggest 😊
I enjoyed this. I did exactly what you are talking about. We bought 3 acres in 2019 and I bought a trailer at the end of the year and paid cash. I started canning meat that I bought on sale. At the beginning of Covid I moved out to the property and started fixing up the place and doing serious gardening. I then bought chickens. We had bought an outdoor wood stove when we bought the house, but now we have an indoor efficient wood stove that we can use not only for heating the house but also for heating water and some cooking. We have a single 55 gallon barrel for water catchment and we do have a wet weather spring that flows through our property. The property had out buildings for raising animals and storage as well as an old root cellar that we can fix up. I have about 15 5 gallon buckets with staples. We have no debt on our home or our vehicles.
@@donnabrown1518 Hello Donna I have had a varmint problem too. You really have to build a sturdy cage and add a second floor of wire underneath so raccoons can not reach in. I also had a fence with barbwire at the bottom so dogs could not dig in. Secured leg hold traps discouraged other problems. Everything wants a easy dinner.
I started this homestead six years ago but practiced self sufficiency and bushcrafting most of my life. I'm 66 now and doing great. I enjoy watching your projects.
60, in Dandridge doing the same and similarly growing up. We are 3 years in but first two were part-time and focused entirely on infrastructure. As of last month we have established 17 sheep, 25 layers, 3 head of cattle, two bee hives and a one acre garden. Canning, waterbathing, dehydrating, pickling and freeze drying preserved several to six months of veggies, broths, meals, etc. It’s early and we are being graceful to ourselves as we transition from an international executive lifestyle to the homestead, but honestly couldn’t be happier. All the best in your new TN home, our favorite place in the world!!
Shawn, You are SO smart to be doing this. Always live within your means. Never squander your money. Be self-sufficient. Save for a rainy day. Hope you'll feel better very soon!
Being in the Canadian Military i struggle with self reliance. Moving regularly and being involved with world issues takes you away from building a safe life at home. 10 years left until i retire, hopefully everything holds out until then. But we always have a 1 year supply of food on hand, personal defense and a couple solar generators. Just need a homestead.
Thanks so much for your service! I really appreciate all you have done for me as a Canadian. Not too many would sacrifice their own life just to protect others!
Excellent video!! My parents came from Norway. In the late 40's. They both grew up on farms, so if you didn't make it, raise it or grow it, you didn't have it. My mom made sure i learned all the old fashioned skills. Making all my clothes, gardening & canning. My brother's worked with my dad a old fashioned builder. Finally my parents let me work with him too. I learned to frame a house, hang windows & doors. Lay floors, tile work, the electrical & plumbing. I my mid 50's it's been a great help. I just wish we had more land. Your channels are so encouraging & fun to watch. Thank you.
I live in a portion of the country that has a high probability of getting Hurricanes. During the Hurricane season, many people prepare for being able to survive without electricity, gas, food or water for several weeks. I would suggest the entire country to stock up on supplies that you could survive without electricity, gas, food or water for at least 24 months. It's always a wise decision to plan ahead and be prepared.
Shawn mentioned at least 5 real and present dangers facing everyone. Greta your right. Now is the time to plan ahead and be prepared. Even if you live in an apartment. No matter what the situation. Just think through the worse situation disaster scenerio. Then do something to fix it.
Shawn, that full circle… you were poor when a kid, but you were ‘banking’ the knowledge and experience that you are using today to take care of your family. Not only just yourself…you are teaching many who’ve come to enjoy your expertise to better their lives as well:) God bless you and keep you.
I'm saving money to buy land in Northern Spain, and the big issue for me is how to earn an income to pax taxes, insurance... but ill figure it out, iwant to live in the nature and grow my own food.
This was great Shawn. PLEASE, above all else,, enjoy your life in the woods and time with your wife especially..my life was torn apart when my husband of 52 years died and I had to leave our little place in the woods. I am living the life through your videos and enjoying Calli since I am not allowed pets here. I lost the desire to do all the preserving .but at 77 and on no meds, I am getting interested again although I now live in an apartment. I would like to see more preserving of food, especially canning. I know it would give me the push I need to do again what I did for years. Still looking forward to that cookbook you talked about a few years ago:) Greetings from North bay Ontario.
77 is not old. There are 90 y old people living in the countryside by themselves, at least in E. Europe and probably elsewhere. Old is mainly in the mind.
Another thing to stock, especially if one is in an urban environment, is seeds for sprouting in a sprouting jar. While we can also sprout the oats, wheat, and beans, adding seeds like broccoli, alfalfa, etc. can provide additional nutrients, and is easy to do. A little will go a long way.😊
So strange how all the Homestead I watch are ALL getting sick and sicker! They hardly see anyone, they get fresh air, they work hard, they eat their own food thaqt they raise and grow, they are more peaceful - and they are STILL getting sick. WOW! What a bummer!~ Glad you are not too, too sick Shawn. God Bless you and your family!
Well it’s not like they’re totally isolated from modern society. Also they have families working and shopping and mingling in the cities, so the bugs inevitably find everyone.
HI SHAWN!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS. HOPE YOUR BETTER AS WELL AS YOUR FAMILY. I APPRECIATE THE TIPS ON FOOD STORAGE, I TRY TO DO A PREPPER PANTRY AND IT'S HARD TO GET THE LARGE BAGS OF STAPLES LIKE RICE AND BEANS ETC PLUS LEARNING TO PUT IODIZED SALT PACKETS TO KEEP THEM FRESH AND FREE FROM BUGS ETC. HOPEFULLY I CAN ACHIEVE THIS. WELL THANKS FOR SHARING AND STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY ❤️ 🙏
@nitabourne304 - just an FYI that I recently found out - dried beans must be cooked or canned before 2 years. If not, trying to cook them will be like trying to cook rocks & they'll be just about that hard. Canning before 2 yrs will lengthen their storage 2-3+ years.
Love your channels - all of them. Love chats like these that are more specific, but also love your Self Reliance videos. My husband always watches these, and don’t underestimate the messages you get across even with little comments here and there… and even more so, with your *actions*. I suspect a lot of husbands trust your words because they’ve seen your work. Less drama feels more authentic and more trustworthy 👍🏼
I know how to make cottage cheese , bread , butter ( from cream ) , pasta by hand, i grow vegetables and preserve everything for winter, i make sweaters for winter with knitting, i make organic soaps and cream , and also I make my own clothes , I think that a lot for one person 😄
Thank you for the excellent information as always. I have one additional suggestion to your food storage buckets. Rodents, mainly rats, can chew through plastic buckets. I also use clean metal garbage cans. If you store them outside in a sheltered place, the metal lids need to be sealed around the handles where there are small holes.
I have a place in northern MN, an 1850 sq ft home on 10 acres I bought in 2012 and have been renting it to the same tenant since day 1. I bought this for a future retirement home but after I finally did retire in 2017 my wife and I developed health issues. I would really like to still retire there but we need to be close to a city hospital because of our insurance. The Insurance companies offer very few options of doctors out there and the nearest hospital is over 50 miles away. I was lucky to get one doctor within 20 miles. so we decided to continue to rent it. I wish you luck Shawn. Stay healthy!
Really excellent that you are sharing this stuff with your large audience Shawn. Kudos! The more people informed and prepared, the less people starving and behaving badly when bad times come. History shows we are overdue for conflict. Great tip on the Berkey filters in 5gal buckets for water filtration too. I spent just a bit more and used 20qt stock pots from Walmart to avoid plastic taste or the plastic possibly absorbing anything. Even if nothing happens, what does it hurt to be prepared, folks?
@@annking1576 And?? As I said, I preferred to go with stainless steel for a few reasons. Still much cheaper then an official Berkey. In a pinch though, even Home Depot buckets would work fine for someone if you have the filters
Mr. James, Thank you very much. Am finding this channel of yours incredibly helpful for my prepping. (Started off watching your other Reliance channel) This is actual information that I can put to immediate use and we appreciate how you have broken it down simply to begin with. We are also concerned with the way the world is turning, in all areas and have been feeling this internal drive to prepare. Cheers from NE Texas.❣️🍀
I am 60 years old and have had to "start over" early in life due to many reasons. I have since, like you, set up my children for success. None of my family, including cousins, had parents that both worked and were able to save substantial amounts of money. My parents did not give me anything except life skills. I had no idea how to manage money or assets. I was pushed away knowing that I alone would be responsible for my future. My children were taught early how to manage money and assets. I don't know if they were actually taking in life skills and how to deal with hardships. The difference between our generation and theirs is they have parents that live to see that their children have everything and are set up for success. Our generation parents produced enough assets to survive week by week. I am not optimistic that our children have the tools to survive when we are gone.
hey mr james, i respect you so much , ive always wanted tu live that lifestlle i got sick sick and my dreams died, im goinng on 56 years now i love you shawn and your videos, you rock
Hope you and your family feel better very soon. I was also sick over the holidays. Took everything I had in me to cook for a day. Then I just laid around, but I ate good. Holidays passed and also feeling better. I think many folks are in for a big surprise if they have not started to prepare for what is ahead. We have been told for years now to prep with food and water. Take heed folks, it is not too late to stock what you need for at least a month. Even if it is just the basics, you will be glad you did. ♥
I look forward to hearing your videos about clearing debt, that’s the one big issue with our plans right now. We’ve had to move off-grid unexpectedly last summer, which was something we always wanted to do but were not financially prepared for it and it’s taken a toll on our wallets. We have very basic solar and get our water for cleaning and bathing from a nearby lake, but we still have so far to go before we feel self-reliant. I very much look forward to your future videos 😊
Yes, more please. Especially pay off house debt and staying this process of prepping at age 57. I already have 30 days food for 2 people. I have old ways skills of canning, bread making, fire building, etc. need a wood stove but we’re on a tight budget. Mortgage on the house etc.
Shawn, I've been a fan for a while and you have inspired many of the changes our family has done to become more self reliant n resilient in these worrisome times. You and I live fairly close to eachother so I hope when the time comes, we can be part of the same community of the folks that trade and support efforts of survival ...until then, take good care!
Age always seems to be a problem. Either, a person thinks they are too young or too old. Now because my age is above 80, I could lay around and think it is done. NOT TRUE, now I see there are so many ways to help others especially Family members. Therefore, I force myself to do a days work doing something. Whatever age, its in the doing and not over thinking. If you think you can't, you will never will. Yes, safety must always be a factor. Safety while doing.
@@annking1576 I have heard the five needle clustered pine. White pine suppose to be disease resistant but in all reality any pine can do. The sap has your good stuff. One can do this with resin as well. Just research how to.
🐻 🌲 Good morning Shawn , sorry to hear about your cold and family that all got it and hope you all get better soon ! Something that i trusted when i got a cold in the pacific northwest is Zinc lozenges that works so much better on your soothing your throat and clearing the sinuses plus zinc is natural and helps fight the cold 🥶 really well ! Since ive been here on the island of Kauai i haven't had a cold or flu or any sickness in over 14 years ,i eat alot of fresh fruit that is everywhere here . I'm happy you are at this new property cause for 1 you dont have to worry about bad neighbors and your land you get to manage like how you are plus hunt and develop it for the future plus its so beautiful there with all the wildlife to enjoy but most of all you get to enjoy it along with Cally 🐕 Take it easy n make some arrows or do some carving ! Thank you for the update my friend and take care 🙂 🍁 🦌
Thanks. We are off grid and hunt, fish, and grow our food, herbs, etc. But I really haven't thought to stock up on foods like that. I will have to start that this week. Even for those of us who are already off grid, its nice having other people takes on it, to learn from each other, and to just have someone familiar with it to talk off grid with. Take care and I hope you're all feeling better soon.
You are so right about having extra supplies on hand to sustain a family through tough times. Those Crappy Tire containers are ideal for storage ad easy to store-great idea! Take care with our health-if you don't have your health,you don't have anything! Make sure your air intake/outtake system is the best you can make it to cl ear any irritants from the air! Feel better❤ Cheers,Andy& Sandy
Great video. Glad your fire department let you get water. We had a derecho several years ago and had used all our stored water. Our local fire department refused to give us water, that's the small town usa for you. We are now equipped to provide for ourselves. Live and learn.
Hi Shawn. Nice learning about your childhood and home. I'm quite a bit older than you are, in relation to your video title. While It was common for rural homes to have a outhouse, many also had a smaller room or larger size closet with hung curtains to separate where they put two pots with two lids to potty, and had a wash basin bowl and pitcher with wash clothes and towels. Especially during the winter months which made it much safer and easier for hygiene. And most folks also canned, and stocked up on dry goods, and had smoke houses for smoking meats that they'd last much longer, made their own butter and cheese, and most had at least one dairy cow for milk and chickens for eggs. They always put out gardens for vegetables and fruits, and they placed large blocks of ice in the old refrigerators or metal boxes on a back porch along with porch wall shelves to keep items cold during winter months. So they were pretty good at being prepared and self sufficient - actually. And that was basic living if they were not farmers, and thrn the farmers were even more proficient and prepared. Folks used coal stoves, oil stoves, wood stoves, then went to steam boilers for heat during the winter months, and most had wood burning kitchen stoves for cooking, too year round, while others made a outdoor kitchen resembling similar to their indoor kitchen for summer months. Women sewed and dyed cotton clothing from the old flour sacks using the old wax cut patterns they'd get from the hardware store, or they'd make their own cut patterns for their families. Everyone including the children had morning chores before school and work, and had after work and school chores too. And they were very self sufficient. It wasn't until the turn of the mid century that folks started relying morw and more on store bought items and luxeries. Folks took on additional outside jobs to make extra money, from sewing, to baking, laundrey, to men digging fence post holes, running their mule team pulling a wagon hauling wheat, sacks of flour from the mill and in they'd haul fruits, vegetables come harvest too - driving the wagon some 40, to 80 miles one way then back home after, and did other work too. Folks were very active, they worked hard, in every day life but they knew how to prepare and work for a living. Average folk didn't take vacations, only the more wealthy folk took vacations. This was just life's norm. And they were happy doing it, too. When I look back - it really wasn't that long ago families lived that way. Anyways. Just some food for thought.
Thank You Shawn, Family and Cali of course! I’ve enjoyed and learned from your channel over the years. Indeed, 2024 may well be a rough one and at the same time the best ever. It’s a time of awakening and realization of reality, truth. In spite of everything that appears negative, I believe humans are coming to see all humans as one family. For it is We The People that can create abundance for all and be of service to each other and our Mother Earth. I do my best to live in this positive reality. For living in the positive one at a time creates that way in which we live. Love, Light, Peace, Abundance and Joy of Being! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania
Lieber Daveyjoe Gemäss der Bibel, sagt uns Gott, die Liebe, die Hoffnung und der Glaube sollen wir bewahren, aber das Grösste ist die Liebe! Die demütige Liebe zu Gott, und den Nächsten wie sich selbst. Und, gemäss der Bibel, Johannes 3, Vers 16. Das ist das wichtigste. Und dies wünsche ich jedem auf dieser Erde. Denkt dran Jesus liebt Dich! Amen. Und an Gottes Segen ist alles gelegen. Amen. Shalom Shalom.
@@martinwuethrich9384Religion is just a distraction from the truth that is life and death and the burden of dealing with it all. The only way people can come together and be happy is if they choose to face the reality in front of them and learn and grow from it. Not to run from it and hide like a coward in the hope of blessings from a dead person named Jesus. God in my experience and opinion is just a word used to describe the all encompassing reality of the universe and all of its unknowns and depths. This is much more fascinating and fulfilling to me spiritually and emotionally. Because that way I feel that i am apart of this, whereas relgions want you to believe that you are never good enough. Religion is a crapshoot, and is Satan incarnate. Believe in yourself and the infinite force of reality that you are able to live an experience. I Choose not to believe what greedy religions convince millions of people to believe in order to make trillions of dollars profiting off of their ignorance. Peace to whoever reads this. ✌️🙏
This is valuable info, definitely interested to hear more. I had a decent plan going and made progress with property and sustainability, but financially I've been crushed by my cancer diagnosis and treatment. I'm still in recovery and just flying in the breeze at this point. I'm hoping to get healthy by spring, but my capacity for energy output may be somewhat diminished when all said and done.
I've watched you, I've been watching you, You have definitely inspired me but, this video has helped me the most because it is so similar to what we have done and been going through. Thank your Good Sir.
I'm ever so grateful for this great info from you, a well seasoned source. Thank You! Hope you get feeling better. Be kind to yourself as you heal & don't over do. ❤😉👍
Great advice, but those dried beans….they require a lot of water. My advice is learn to pressure can and put them up for future use, or buy canned beans. A lot of them. All this food can be eaten straight out of can if necessary. Pressure can now, we still have electricity. Commercially canned meat and vegetables. I’m just saying ….your advice is spot on Shawn. Start out exactly how you said. Great advice
👋 Just found your channel after seeing you on Beyond mystic! So excited to follow your content! Grew up in Muskoka, learned the simple ways from my family. I’m now in my 50s and have been trying to prep the best I can, hard since I’m single and am challenged by chronic illness, however it’s not impossible. It’s better to be prepared than not. Hoping more communities of like minded folks will pop up as we go thru this shift. Looking forward to your content! If some people unsubscribe, I’m sure new folks like myself will find and follow your content! Thanks for sharing!
AWESOME ! I am 71 years old. I grew up hunting ,fishing, and camping . Nothing like the time you have. Just wanted to let you know I enjoy learning from your videos. Thanks !
Your mention of clothing at the end was interesting, when I was younger I did viking re-enactment, and as part of that I learned to spin weave and Naalbind (a form of viking knitting using a needle) and do leather working. so from that experience, i could (given time) make all my own clothing - like everything its a labour intensive process. I am currently keeping the skills active by Naalbinding a woolen cap for this cold weather. so all skills are worth learning, as if you have a skill, thats a trade item right there, as it can be taught to others. love your channel, but dont see myself building a log cabin and living in the woods as i am 10 years older than you and dont have the fitness any more.
Hello, I have a plastic loom that I am learning to knit on. Making hats and scarves that are warmer than anything used in the past is a small skill but with UA-cam I am always learning new things to make. I am happy to read of your skills!
You always have something to offer! My family has been watching your channel since 2019 when the pandemic started. We lived in an urban desert community at the time and it was like a breath of fresh air to watch your channel, even though we couldn't get out we felt like the Canadian wilderness was in our backyard. Thank you so much for all you do. May 2024 be your greatest year ever!
Shawn, since I watched your channel for two years now. You, your beautiful wife, daughters has always been an inspiration families. You are, as a matter of fact, one of my top UA-camr that talks & does everything by honesty and fantastic job well done on I think 2 or cabins on your properties? Congratulations to your beautiful daughter that has her own UA-cam channel👍🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 HONESTY HAS ALWAYS FOREVER THE RIGHT THING TO BE. Thank you sir🫡🫡
Happy New Year from Spain, Shawn! I have been following you for years because I like what you do and how you do it. I have a similar trajectory and I am living my dream life like you are in nature, we have the same philosophy/approach. Your work is always inspiring and entertaining. I love your videos. Outstanding! Keep up the good work and best wishes for the new year!
I really want to buy some property and build a cabin like this. I think you need the right mentality and there was a time I had some of the right ingredients for this lifestyle but unfortunately, I am older and have become less capable of this lifestyle. But I think there is still value in a “self reliant” mind set and making decisions to be more self reliant.
Hi Shawn! I saw your interview with Jean Claud and I'm here to take the steps toward self reliance. Thank you so much for sharing this important information. ❤ Freedom for all who want it.
We got it here in the states too. My husband's flu sounds like yours and it went through the house. Mine and my grandson lasted 1 day, the others lasted 2-3 weeks. I think the two of us have had this strain before and are immune, I remember having this flu a year ago with my grandson. Guess someone has to be healthy to take care of the others.
Thanks so much Shawn, you are so on target. We sure do need to be taking your advice in these things, it's also a very satisfying and fulfilling way to live. Thanks so much Shawn.
Yes, sir, I really enjoy the format. The relaxing manner is what most of us are looking for. As I eat my breakfast, prepare to get some supplies, and do some chores today, your mellow, positive outlook helped me set my pace. Many of us who have been trying to be more secure on our homestead have heard enough of the gloom and doom. While I know all of the gloom and doom are happening at a rapid pace, talking about does not get things done. Your speaking of water filters reminded me to order some more backup ones for my BB water filter unit. My point is knowing where the ships are in the Middle East or the price of gas does not affect me on my mission to get more supplies on my punch list for my family. So I have your channels first on my list now. If I have time during a break, I may watch a few others. Thank you for your time in sharing your valuable insights.
Shawn my prayers are with you. Feel better soon. I'm very proud of the man you are. Real men of great character have survived like you have done. Instead of laying down and committing @#%ide, YOU pull up your bootstraps and carry on!!! Bravo!!!!!🎉
Great video Shawn. I've been a prepper for years now, but I'm realizing now that its simply not enough incase of a SHTF event. Your videos are inspiring and I've decided to sell my home and downsize to a smaller home that I'll be setting up completely off grid.
Your family is blessed! You work so hard for them. I would love to see a picture of the home you built for the family. You have such a beautiful family. I hope your wife will be willing to show us what she has learned. Food storage, cheese making etc. You are a dynamic duo. I hope Emily is feeling better. It’s a joy to watch her do the things that you taught her. I have enjoyed your channel’s immensely. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge. Very admirable. ❤
I live vicariously through your exploits, but I do have a place in the mountains that I will be working my way to. It is hard to leave the easy life of the city to take up the self reliant way of life and even harder to convince my wife to do it.
I am 66 years old. I am around people with flue, covid, and so far so good I haven't got sick in about 20 years. I slice some ginger in my lemon tea every day. I eat fresh garlic with a spoon of honey in the morning on an empty stomach for 7 days when I Know I've been around someone sick. Garlic will cure your flu chew some up with a spoon of honey. Feel better soon..
I Like drinking elderberry with honey in it. I also use colloidal silver and make my own. Bought the kit for a hundred dollars online. Silver is my anti-botic go to. Store that up too!
I started getting prepared a few years ago... I live in the city so real self reliance isn't in the cards for me but I've learned how to can meats and veggies safely, I dehydrate foods, buy and store wheat berries, rice, all sorts of dry beans, freeze dried foods etc. I live alone and am in my sixties but in case of real hard times my younger extended family (I'm sort of the matriarch) know where to go and we can take care of each other. Oh, don't forget a hand powered grinder for those wheat berries though!
SHAWN you are far from POOR !!! I felt the RICHES when I was logging the cabins !!! THERE IS OUR CALI !!! She is the Best PUP IN THE WORLD !!! Always am amazed how OUR CALI loves to hide in different places !!! Cold & flu lasts for awhile Shawn sorry about that but it is the truth !!! Thanksgiving time was the time since then to now with me !!! Slept through 3 days for myself wake up take pills with a little bit of food then sleep again until supper time the all over !!! Sleep all night long !!! Will pray for you & all Chicken broth is Great also !!!
Love these types of videos. Hopefully, a whole new generation of young men and women will take heed. If your daughters do decide to stay in or near the city, you’re still set up to mind your grandchildren during school holidays! 😃
My second visit to you Channel... glad I came... I've been making it up as I go, uncertain if I was doing it right... in this video, you confirmed I made some good choices... I can move ahead with a measure of confidence... Thanks Much!
😁 sûrement plus facile de "se soigner" dans les bois, que dans les villes polluées ..mais une grippe mal soignée peut entraîner des douleurs aux articulations! j'ai travailler durement toute ma vie, je n'ai pas de dettes, pas de crédits, pas d'emprunts..mais je suis de " classe" moyenne...j'ai modifié mes habitudes alimentaires, depuis que je vous suis..merci...vous êtes une source d'inspirations....bonne continuation, bon courage❄🏔🤍
It’s awesome you hv 2 cabins on 2 sets of land lots! I have a main urban home & a bugout cabin in the mountains along with a piece of small land that has water rights on it.
Thanks for the video appreciate the perspective for a younger person, although it can be helpful to anybody of any age starting out. It can be intimidating to hear how early you started your journey, but that's just my mind trying to make up excuses lol its always better to start now rather than mope about it for a while and start way later. Also on the tail end of a cold here after the holidays the worst part is that annoying dry cough when trying to sleep, hope you & your family feel better soon sir.
Great video! We have our cellar stocked with beans, rice, wheat and oats. Should last forever for me, I have eaten 100% meat diet for the past few years. I processed 7 deer and 2 hogs this fall (froze and canned). I bought a beef and canned a pile of Chinook as well. I consider the veg and grain last ditch emergency food.
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I started learning about self sufficiency in 2010. I was really discouraged because I was poor and living month to month in a condo barely able to keep food on the table. I knew nothing about growing, preserving food or keeping chickens. Years went by but I kept doing my low paying corp job and learning. Gradually I worked my way to owning a home in the country with 3/4 acre, I have chickens, a garden, I learned to preserve food and I have everything I need. I am still poor but I feel rich. If you are living in the city and working a corp job just keep learning and never give up. I am hoping the best for you. If a 67 year old single woman can do it then you can too.
So true. I was 68 when I bought and moved to this homestead on two acres. Life is so much calmer out of the city. I grew a garden for the first time since my parent's gardens when I was a kid. Wishing you all the best in your self reliance journey.
Thanks for sharing this. My wife and I are around age 50 and sometimes get discouraged about being "too old" for this. Definitely encouraging to hear from others who've done it and are sustaining.
These are so interesting, informative, just the best info/education. Thank you Sir.
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@@yahusrevus, 50 is not “old” and certainly not *too* old. I am 61 and started my gardening and closer association with nature, and living in a small community. It is never too late, and I am pretty sure I am not too old for it so, enjoy what you do and aim for this lifestyle, it seems to work.
You are absolutely amazing way to go!
when I was your age I was self reliant I just hope when your my age you still will be.
I turn 50 this year, and what lies ahead is concerning….now more than ever, the notion of self-reliance is a goal I’m working towards. The information you provide via your channels is priceless….
You may already know this but in Australia we very quickly get weavils in stored grain. Our trick and this has never failed me is to put dried bay leaves in every pail of grain, keeps bugs at bay (pardon the pun). Very interesting and informative video. Thank you.
I live in the US and also put bay leaves in my grains, then I seal them in Mylar bags inside of buckets. No bugs or mice are getting free meals here. 😉
Bay Leaves... good to know... Thanks. I've been using food grade diatomaceous earth in my buckets... also have O2 absorbers and desiccant packets. I like the natural, non toxic option you suggest 😊
If available, cloves are great too.
Great tip, thank you!
I enjoyed this. I did exactly what you are talking about. We bought 3 acres in 2019 and I bought a trailer at the end of the year and paid cash. I started canning meat that I bought on sale. At the beginning of Covid I moved out to the property and started fixing up the place and doing serious gardening. I then bought chickens. We had bought an outdoor wood stove when we bought the house, but now we have an indoor efficient wood stove that we can use not only for heating the house but also for heating water and some cooking. We have a single 55 gallon barrel for water catchment and we do have a wet weather spring that flows through our property. The property had out buildings for raising animals and storage as well as an old root cellar that we can fix up. I have about 15 5 gallon buckets with staples. We have no debt on our home or our vehicles.
@--OfficialShawnJames sure
You might consider getting rabbits. You can feed them grass and vegetable scraps. A few bales of hay with some corn to last the winter .
@@MargaretFinnell I have tried growing rabbits, but I can’t keep them alive. Too many varmits around.
@@donnabrown1518 Hello Donna I have had a varmint problem too. You really have to build a sturdy cage and add a second floor of wire underneath so raccoons can not reach in. I also had a fence with barbwire at the bottom so dogs could not dig in. Secured leg hold traps discouraged other problems. Everything wants a easy dinner.
I started this homestead six years ago but practiced self sufficiency and bushcrafting most of my life. I'm 66 now and doing great. I enjoy watching your projects.
60, in Dandridge doing the same and similarly growing up. We are 3 years in but first two were part-time and focused entirely on infrastructure. As of last month we have established 17 sheep, 25 layers, 3 head of cattle, two bee hives and a one acre garden. Canning, waterbathing, dehydrating, pickling and freeze drying preserved several to six months of veggies, broths, meals, etc. It’s early and we are being graceful to ourselves as we transition from an international executive lifestyle to the homestead, but honestly couldn’t be happier. All the best in your new TN home, our favorite place in the world!!
@@appalachianheartsong5487 Thank you, sounds like you well on your way.
Shawn, You are SO smart to be doing this. Always live within your means. Never squander your money. Be self-sufficient. Save for a rainy day. Hope you'll feel better very soon!
Being in the Canadian Military i struggle with self reliance. Moving regularly and being involved with world issues takes you away from building a safe life at home. 10 years left until i retire, hopefully everything holds out until then. But we always have a 1 year supply of food on hand, personal defense and a couple solar generators. Just need a homestead.
Don't give up on the vision. Thank you for your service.
Thanks so much for your service! I really appreciate all you have done for me as a Canadian. Not too many would sacrifice their own life just to protect others!
Excellent video!!
My parents came from Norway. In the late 40's. They both grew up on farms, so if you didn't make it, raise it or grow it, you didn't have it. My mom made sure i learned all the old fashioned skills. Making all my clothes, gardening & canning. My brother's worked with my dad a old fashioned builder. Finally my parents let me work with him too. I learned to frame a house, hang windows & doors. Lay floors, tile work, the electrical & plumbing. I my mid 50's it's been a great help. I just wish we had more land. Your channels are so encouraging & fun to watch. Thank you.
I live in a portion of the country that has a high probability of getting Hurricanes. During the Hurricane season, many people prepare for being able to survive without electricity, gas, food or water for several weeks. I would suggest the entire country to stock up on supplies that you could survive without electricity, gas, food or water for at least 24 months. It's always a wise decision to plan ahead and be prepared.
Shawn mentioned at least 5 real and present dangers facing everyone. Greta your right. Now is the time to plan ahead and be prepared. Even if you live in an apartment. No matter what the situation. Just think through the worse situation disaster scenerio. Then do something to fix it.
I live in earthquake country and have prepared an emergency shed just in case.
@timkeagy4094. I hope you have rebar supports in your she'd & maybe it'll withstand a quake. Best of luck.
Shawn, that full circle… you were poor when a kid, but you were ‘banking’ the knowledge and experience that you are using today to take care of your family. Not only just yourself…you are teaching many who’ve come to enjoy your expertise to better their lives as well:) God bless you and keep you.
Here, here, sir. "Despise not the day of small beginnings."
he was never poor , are you kidding ??
I'm saving money to buy land in Northern Spain, and the big issue for me is how to earn an income to pax taxes, insurance... but ill figure it out, iwant to live in the nature and grow my own food.
This was great Shawn. PLEASE, above all else,, enjoy your life in the woods and time with your wife especially..my life was torn apart when my husband of 52 years died and I had to leave our little place in the woods. I am living the life through your videos and enjoying Calli since I am not allowed pets here. I lost the desire to do all the preserving .but at 77 and on no meds, I am getting interested again although I now live in an apartment. I would like to see more preserving of food, especially canning. I know it would give me the push I need to do again what I did for years. Still looking forward to that cookbook you talked about a few years ago:) Greetings from North bay Ontario.
77 is not old. There are 90 y old people living in the countryside by themselves, at least in E. Europe and probably elsewhere.
Old is mainly in the mind.
I didn't say I was old. I mentioned 77 BECAUSE I am healthy and well. It was just not possible for me to work in the woods alone.@@simontenkate9601
I don't believe in destiny, but your full circle makes one think. You are definitely where you belong.
Another thing to stock, especially if one is in an urban environment, is seeds for sprouting in a sprouting jar. While we can also sprout the oats, wheat, and beans, adding seeds like broccoli, alfalfa, etc. can provide additional nutrients, and is easy to do. A little will go a long way.😊
So strange how all the Homestead I watch are ALL getting sick and sicker! They hardly see anyone, they get fresh air, they work hard, they eat their own food thaqt they raise and grow, they are more peaceful - and they are STILL getting sick. WOW! What a bummer!~ Glad you are not too, too sick Shawn. God Bless you and your family!
Well it’s not like they’re totally isolated from modern society. Also they have families working and shopping and mingling in the cities, so the bugs inevitably find everyone.
HI SHAWN!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS. HOPE YOUR BETTER AS WELL AS YOUR FAMILY. I APPRECIATE THE TIPS ON FOOD STORAGE, I TRY TO DO A PREPPER PANTRY AND IT'S HARD TO GET THE LARGE BAGS OF STAPLES LIKE RICE AND BEANS ETC PLUS LEARNING TO PUT IODIZED SALT PACKETS TO KEEP THEM FRESH AND FREE FROM BUGS ETC. HOPEFULLY I CAN ACHIEVE THIS. WELL THANKS FOR SHARING AND STAY SAFE AND HEALTHY ❤️ 🙏
@nitabourne304 - just an FYI that I recently found out - dried beans must be cooked or canned before 2 years. If not, trying to cook them will be like trying to cook rocks & they'll be just about that hard. Canning before 2 yrs will lengthen their storage 2-3+ years.
Love your channels - all of them. Love chats like these that are more specific, but also love your Self Reliance videos. My husband always watches these, and don’t underestimate the messages you get across even with little comments here and there… and even more so, with your *actions*. I suspect a lot of husbands trust your words because they’ve seen your work. Less drama feels more authentic and more trustworthy 👍🏼
Thanks Shawn. I've built up to a year of stored food. After the events of the last few years I for one am not taking things for granted.
I know how to make cottage cheese , bread , butter ( from cream ) , pasta by hand, i grow vegetables and preserve everything for winter, i make sweaters for winter with knitting, i make organic soaps and cream , and also I make my own clothes , I think that a lot for one person 😄
I am so glad you have decided to expand your knowledge in these areas shawn. We all need and appreciate it more now than ever.
Thank you for the excellent information as always. I have one additional suggestion to your food storage buckets. Rodents, mainly rats, can chew through plastic buckets. I also use clean metal garbage cans. If you store them outside in a sheltered place, the metal lids need to be sealed around the handles where there are small holes.
Great tip!
I have a place in northern MN, an 1850 sq ft home on 10 acres I bought in 2012 and have been renting it to the same tenant since day 1. I bought this for a future retirement home but after I finally did retire in 2017 my wife and I developed health issues. I would really like to still retire there but we need to be close to a city hospital because of our insurance. The Insurance companies offer very few options of doctors out there and the nearest hospital is over 50 miles away. I was lucky to get one doctor within 20 miles. so we decided to continue to rent it. I wish you luck Shawn. Stay healthy!
Really excellent that you are sharing this stuff with your large audience Shawn. Kudos! The more people informed and prepared, the less people starving and behaving badly when bad times come. History shows we are overdue for conflict. Great tip on the Berkey filters in 5gal buckets for water filtration too. I spent just a bit more and used 20qt stock pots from Walmart to avoid plastic taste or the plastic possibly absorbing anything. Even if nothing happens, what does it hurt to be prepared, folks?
@TeutonicNordwind. Amzn. Has food grade 5 gallon buckets with lids.
@@annking1576 And?? As I said, I preferred to go with stainless steel for a few reasons. Still much cheaper then an official Berkey. In a pinch though, even Home Depot buckets would work fine for someone if you have the filters
Mr. James, Thank you very much. Am finding this channel of yours incredibly helpful for my prepping. (Started off watching your other Reliance channel) This is actual information that I can put to immediate use and we appreciate how you have broken it down simply to begin with. We are also concerned with the way the world is turning, in all areas and have been feeling this internal drive to prepare. Cheers from NE Texas.❣️🍀
I am 60 years old and have had to "start over" early in life due to many reasons. I have since, like you, set up my children for success. None of my family, including cousins, had parents that both worked and were able to save substantial amounts of money. My parents did not give me anything except life skills. I had no idea how to manage money or assets. I was pushed away knowing that I alone would be responsible for my future. My children were taught early how to manage money and assets. I don't know if they were actually taking in life skills and how to deal with hardships. The difference between our generation and theirs is they have parents that live to see that their children have everything and are set up for success. Our generation parents produced enough assets to survive week by week. I am not optimistic that our children have the tools to survive when we are gone.
hey mr james, i respect you so much , ive always wanted tu live that lifestlle i got sick sick and my dreams died, im goinng on 56 years now i love you shawn and your videos, you rock
Hope you and your family feel better very soon. I was also sick over the holidays. Took everything I had in me to cook for a day. Then I just laid around, but I ate good. Holidays passed and also feeling better. I think many folks are in for a big surprise if they have not started to prepare for what is ahead. We have been told for years now to prep with food and water. Take heed folks, it is not too late to stock what you need for at least a month. Even if it is just the basics, you will be glad you did. ♥
Mullein leaf is a must to have on hand to make a tea ☕️. Add Manuka honey after it cools a bit. Congestion breaks up! It’s amazing!
I look forward to hearing your videos about clearing debt, that’s the one big issue with our plans right now.
We’ve had to move off-grid unexpectedly last summer, which was something we always wanted to do but were not financially prepared for it and it’s taken a toll on our wallets. We have very basic solar and get our water for cleaning and bathing from a nearby lake, but we still have so far to go before we feel self-reliant. I very much look forward to your future videos 😊
Yes, more please. Especially pay off house debt and staying this process of prepping at age 57. I already have 30 days food for 2 people. I have old ways skills of canning, bread making, fire building, etc. need a wood stove but we’re on a tight budget. Mortgage on the house etc.
Starting this process, not staying. Autocorrect. Ugh.
Shawn, I've been a fan for a while and you have inspired many of the changes our family has done to become more self reliant n resilient in these worrisome times. You and I live fairly close to eachother so I hope when the time comes, we can be part of the same community of the folks that trade and support efforts of survival ...until then, take good care!
Age always seems to be a problem. Either, a person thinks they are too young or too old. Now because my age is above 80, I could lay around and think it is done. NOT TRUE, now I see there are so many ways to help others especially Family members. Therefore, I force myself to do a days work doing something. Whatever age, its in the doing and not over thinking. If you think you can't, you will never will. Yes, safety must always be a factor. Safety while doing.
Yes to both points! Over 70, still learning and doing and teaching. Over thinking wastes time and energy - just DO!
Pine needle tea is great too. Chaga is great.
Pine needle tea has 700 times the Vit C as a glass of orange juice!
@Karen-up8xo
any particular pine?
@@annking1576 I have heard the five needle clustered pine. White pine suppose to be disease resistant but in all reality any pine can do. The sap has your good stuff. One can do this with resin as well. Just research how to.
🐻 🌲 Good morning Shawn , sorry to hear about your cold and family that all got it and hope you all get better soon ! Something that i trusted when i got a cold in the pacific northwest is Zinc lozenges that works so much better on your soothing your throat and clearing the sinuses plus zinc is natural and helps fight the cold 🥶 really well ! Since ive been here on the island of Kauai i haven't had a cold or flu or any sickness in over 14 years ,i eat alot of fresh fruit that is everywhere here . I'm happy you are at this new property cause for 1 you dont have to worry about bad neighbors and your land you get to manage like how you are plus hunt and develop it for the future plus its so beautiful there with all the wildlife to enjoy but most of all you get to enjoy it along with Cally 🐕 Take it easy n make some arrows or do some carving ! Thank you for the update my friend and take care 🙂 🍁 🦌
Loved the Show with Nate so Glad I found you ❤❤❤
Thanks. We are off grid and hunt, fish, and grow our food, herbs, etc. But I really haven't thought to stock up on foods like that. I will have to start that this week. Even for those of us who are already off grid, its nice having other people takes on it, to learn from each other, and to just have someone familiar with it to talk off grid with. Take care and I hope you're all feeling better soon.
Very important are shoes for summer, winter and rain. I have some of every kind , enough for some years. That helps me to feel save!
You are so right about having extra supplies
on hand to sustain a family through tough
times. Those Crappy Tire containers are
ideal for storage ad easy to store-great idea!
Take care with our health-if you don't have
your health,you don't have anything! Make
sure your air intake/outtake system is the
best you can make it to cl ear any irritants
from the air! Feel better❤ Cheers,Andy&
Sandy
Yes sick in our house also. I just buy extra canned goods or beans and rice when I go shopping. I have little stash of things.
Great video. Glad your fire department let you get water. We had a derecho several years ago and had used all our stored water. Our local fire department refused to give us water, that's the small town usa for you. We are now equipped to provide for ourselves. Live and learn.
Hi Shawn. Nice learning about your childhood and home. I'm quite a bit older than you are, in relation to your video title. While It was common for rural homes to have a outhouse, many also had a smaller room or larger size closet with hung curtains to separate where they put two pots with two lids to potty, and had a wash basin bowl and pitcher with wash clothes and towels. Especially during the winter months which made it much safer and easier for hygiene. And most folks also canned, and stocked up on dry goods, and had smoke houses for smoking meats that they'd last much longer, made their own butter and cheese, and most had at least one dairy cow for milk and chickens for eggs. They always put out gardens for vegetables and fruits, and they placed large blocks of ice in the old refrigerators or metal boxes on a back porch along with porch wall shelves to keep items cold during winter months. So they were pretty good at being prepared and self sufficient - actually. And that was basic living if they were not farmers, and thrn the farmers were even more proficient and prepared. Folks used coal stoves, oil stoves, wood stoves, then went to steam boilers for heat during the winter months, and most had wood burning kitchen stoves for cooking, too year round, while others made a outdoor kitchen resembling similar to their indoor kitchen for summer months. Women sewed and dyed cotton clothing from the old flour sacks using the old wax cut patterns they'd get from the hardware store, or they'd make their own cut patterns for their families. Everyone including the children had morning chores before school and work, and had after work and school chores too. And they were very self sufficient. It wasn't until the turn of the mid century that folks started relying morw and more on store bought items and luxeries. Folks took on additional outside jobs to make extra money, from sewing, to baking, laundrey, to men digging fence post holes, running their mule team pulling a wagon hauling wheat, sacks of flour from the mill and in they'd haul fruits, vegetables come harvest too - driving the wagon some 40, to 80 miles one way then back home after, and did other work too. Folks were very active, they worked hard, in every day life but they knew how to prepare and work for a living. Average folk didn't take vacations, only the more wealthy folk took vacations. This was just life's norm. And they were happy doing it, too. When I look back - it really wasn't that long ago families lived that way. Anyways. Just some food for thought.
Praying for your complete recovery for your health!🙏
Thank You Shawn, Family and Cali of course! I’ve enjoyed and learned from your channel over the years. Indeed, 2024 may well be a rough one and at the same time the best ever. It’s a time of awakening and realization of reality, truth. In spite of everything that appears negative, I believe humans are coming to see all humans as one family. For it is We The People that can create abundance for all and be of service to each other and our Mother Earth. I do my best to live in this positive reality. For living in the positive one at a time creates that way in which we live. Love, Light, Peace, Abundance and Joy of Being! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania
Lieber Daveyjoe
Gemäss der Bibel, sagt uns Gott, die Liebe, die Hoffnung und der Glaube sollen wir bewahren, aber das Grösste ist die Liebe!
Die demütige Liebe zu Gott, und den Nächsten wie sich selbst. Und, gemäss der Bibel, Johannes 3, Vers 16. Das ist das wichtigste. Und dies wünsche ich jedem auf dieser Erde.
Denkt dran Jesus liebt Dich! Amen.
Und an Gottes Segen ist alles gelegen. Amen. Shalom Shalom.
@@martinwuethrich9384Religion is just a distraction from the truth that is life and death and the burden of dealing with it all. The only way people can come together and be happy is if they choose to face the reality in front of them and learn and grow from it. Not to run from it and hide like a coward in the hope of blessings from a dead person named Jesus. God in my experience and opinion is just a word used to describe the all encompassing reality of the universe and all of its unknowns and depths. This is much more fascinating and fulfilling to me spiritually and emotionally. Because that way I feel that i am apart of this, whereas relgions want you to believe that you are never good enough. Religion is a crapshoot, and is Satan incarnate. Believe in yourself and the infinite force of reality that you are able to live an experience. I Choose not to believe what greedy religions convince millions of people to believe in order to make trillions of dollars profiting off of their ignorance. Peace to whoever reads this. ✌️🙏
I like your outlook on life! Peace and prosperity to you and yours.
Awesome advice; thanks for sharing! The oat groats are something I hadn’t thought about. Blessings to everyone 🤗🇨🇦
This is valuable info, definitely interested to hear more. I had a decent plan going and made progress with property and sustainability, but financially I've been crushed by my cancer diagnosis and treatment. I'm still in recovery and just flying in the breeze at this point. I'm hoping to get healthy by spring, but my capacity for energy output may be somewhat diminished when all said and done.
Thank you Shawn I will become more self conscious about everything.
I've watched you, I've been watching you, You have definitely inspired me but, this video has helped me the most because it is so similar to what we have done and been going through. Thank your Good Sir.
I'm ever so grateful for this great info from you, a well seasoned source. Thank You! Hope you get feeling better. Be kind to yourself as you heal & don't over do. ❤😉👍
Prayers for you to recover quickly!🙏☦️thank you for inspiring so many of us.
Thank you Shawn. I'm 23 and getting started. Appreciate you giving direction and actionable steps for the beginner!
Even those money is tight for you, you are rich in life, and that is what counts.
Great advice, but those dried beans….they require a lot of water. My advice is learn to pressure can and put them up for future use, or buy canned beans. A lot of them. All this food can be eaten straight out of can if necessary. Pressure can now, we still have electricity. Commercially canned meat and vegetables. I’m just saying ….your advice is spot on Shawn. Start out exactly how you said. Great advice
👋 Just found your channel after seeing you on Beyond mystic! So excited to follow your content! Grew up in Muskoka, learned the simple ways from my family. I’m now in my 50s and have been trying to prep the best I can, hard since I’m single and am challenged by chronic illness, however it’s not impossible. It’s better to be prepared than not. Hoping more communities of like minded folks will pop up as we go thru this shift. Looking forward to your content! If some people unsubscribe, I’m sure new folks like myself will find and follow your content! Thanks for sharing!
Love that room! What would be a great video would be to go through the books on the shelf!
AWESOME ! I am 71 years old. I grew up hunting ,fishing, and camping . Nothing like the time you have. Just wanted to let you know I enjoy learning from your videos. Thanks !
Your mention of clothing at the end was interesting, when I was younger I did viking re-enactment, and as part of that I learned to spin weave and Naalbind (a form of viking knitting using a needle) and do leather working. so from that experience, i could (given time) make all my own clothing - like everything its a labour intensive process.
I am currently keeping the skills active by Naalbinding a woolen cap for this cold weather. so all skills are worth learning, as if you have a skill, thats a trade item right there, as it can be taught to others. love your channel, but dont see myself building a log cabin and living in the woods as i am 10 years older than you and dont have the fitness any more.
Hello, I have a plastic loom that I am learning to knit on. Making hats and scarves that are warmer than anything used in the past is a small skill but with UA-cam I am always learning new things to make. I am happy to read of your skills!
You always have something to offer! My family has been watching your channel since 2019 when the pandemic started. We lived in an urban desert community at the time and it was like a breath of fresh air to watch your channel, even though we couldn't get out we felt like the Canadian wilderness was in our backyard. Thank you so much for all you do. May 2024 be your greatest year ever!
I'm new. I'm so sorry you're under the weather. Sending healing vibes! And huge thanks for showing what men can be.
I absolutely love this content from this video!!! This is what I need thank you!!!
Thank you ❤🙏 for teaching the world what you know, your indispensable knowledge will be forever appreciated…you’re a legend
Shawn, since I watched your channel for two years now. You, your beautiful wife, daughters has always been an inspiration families. You are, as a matter of fact, one of my top UA-camr that talks & does everything by honesty and fantastic job well done on I think 2 or cabins on your properties? Congratulations to your beautiful daughter that has her own UA-cam channel👍🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 HONESTY HAS ALWAYS FOREVER THE RIGHT THING TO BE. Thank you sir🫡🫡
Happy New Year from Spain, Shawn! I have been following you for years because I like what you do and how you do it. I have a similar trajectory and I am living my dream life like you are in nature, we have the same philosophy/approach. Your work is always inspiring and entertaining. I love your videos. Outstanding! Keep up the good work and best wishes for the new year!
I really want to buy some property and build a cabin like this. I think you need the right mentality and there was a time I had some of the right ingredients for this lifestyle but unfortunately, I am older and have become less capable of this lifestyle. But I think there is still value in a “self reliant” mind set and making decisions to be more self reliant.
Hi Shawn! I saw your interview with Jean Claud and I'm here to take the steps toward self reliance. Thank you so much for sharing this important information. ❤ Freedom for all who want it.
We got it here in the states too. My husband's flu sounds like yours and it went through the house. Mine and my grandson lasted 1 day, the others lasted 2-3 weeks. I think the two of us have had this strain before and are immune, I remember having this flu a year ago with my grandson. Guess someone has to be healthy to take care of the others.
Thanks so much Shawn, you are so on target.
We sure do need to be taking your advice in these things, it's also a very satisfying and fulfilling way to live.
Thanks so much Shawn.
Yes, sir, I really enjoy the format. The relaxing manner is what most of us are looking for. As I eat my breakfast, prepare to get some supplies, and do some chores today, your mellow, positive outlook helped me set my pace. Many of us who have been trying to be more secure on our homestead have heard enough of the gloom and doom. While I know all of the gloom and doom are happening at a rapid pace, talking about does not get things done. Your speaking of water filters reminded me to order some more backup ones for my BB water filter unit. My point is knowing where the ships are in the Middle East or the price of gas does not affect me on my mission to get more supplies on my punch list for my family. So I have your channels first on my list now. If I have time during a break, I may watch a few others. Thank you for your time in sharing your valuable insights.
Shawn my prayers are with you. Feel better soon. I'm very proud of the man you are. Real men of great character have survived like you have done. Instead of laying down and committing @#%ide, YOU pull up your bootstraps and carry on!!! Bravo!!!!!🎉
Ganz genau! Bravo! Und Gottes Segen und hoffentlich sehr rasche Besserung Ihnen und Ihrer so tollen Familie! Seid gegrüsst aus der Schweiz
Thank you Shawn. Sending much success and Peace to you and your family in 2024.
Great video Shawn. I've been a prepper for years now, but I'm realizing now that its simply not enough incase of a SHTF event. Your videos are inspiring and I've decided to sell my home and downsize to a smaller home that I'll be setting up completely off grid.
Your family is blessed! You work so hard for them. I would love to see a picture of the home you built for the family. You have such a beautiful family. I hope your wife will be willing to show us what she has learned. Food storage, cheese making etc. You are a dynamic duo. I hope Emily is feeling better. It’s a joy to watch her do the things that you taught her. I have enjoyed your channel’s immensely. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge. Very admirable. ❤
Amen! So ist es! Vielen vielen Dank!
G’mornin! Hope you feel better soon!
I live vicariously through your exploits, but I do have a place in the mountains that I will be working my way to. It is hard to leave the easy life of the city to take up the self reliant way of life and even harder to convince my wife to do it.
I am 66 years old. I am around people with flue, covid, and so far so good I haven't got sick in about 20 years.
I slice some ginger in my lemon tea every day. I eat fresh garlic with a spoon of honey in the morning on an empty stomach
for 7 days when I Know I've been around someone sick. Garlic will cure your flu chew some up with a spoon of honey.
Feel better soon..
I Like drinking elderberry with honey in it. I also use colloidal silver and make my own. Bought the kit for a hundred dollars online. Silver is my anti-botic go to. Store that up too!
Keep the advice and experiences coming. Good video, thanks,
I started getting prepared a few years ago... I live in the city so real self reliance isn't in the cards for me but I've learned how to can meats and veggies safely, I dehydrate foods, buy and store wheat berries, rice, all sorts of dry beans, freeze dried foods etc. I live alone and am in my sixties but in case of real hard times my younger extended family (I'm sort of the matriarch) know where to go and we can take care of each other. Oh, don't forget a hand powered grinder for those wheat berries though!
absolutely would love more on food, clothing, tools. I'm sure there's even more that we can't even think of.
Parabéns vc merece ❤❤❤
Thanks!
I'm very much looking forward to more videos like this! The more detailed the better. Great!
May you all be better soon🤗🌸. New fan from Norway🇸🇯
I had it too. I made soup with brocilli,garlic,ginger ,chic I rn broth . I squeezed lemon juice right before eating and it went away
SHAWN you are far from POOR !!! I felt the RICHES when I was logging the cabins !!! THERE IS OUR CALI !!! She is the Best PUP IN THE WORLD !!! Always am amazed how OUR CALI loves to hide in different places !!! Cold & flu lasts for awhile Shawn sorry about that but it is the truth !!! Thanksgiving time was the time since then to now with me !!! Slept through 3 days for myself wake up take pills with a little bit of food then sleep again until supper time the all over !!! Sleep all night long !!! Will pray for you & all Chicken broth is Great also !!!
Love these types of videos. Hopefully, a whole new generation of young men and women will take heed.
If your daughters do decide to stay in or near the city, you’re still set up to mind your grandchildren during school holidays! 😃
My second visit to you Channel... glad I came... I've been making it up as I go, uncertain if I was doing it right... in this video, you confirmed I made some good choices... I can move ahead with a measure of confidence... Thanks Much!
We just got over Covid. Those were our symptoms. Take care!!!!
😁 sûrement plus facile de "se soigner" dans les bois, que dans les villes polluées ..mais une grippe mal soignée peut entraîner des douleurs aux articulations! j'ai travailler durement toute ma vie, je n'ai pas de dettes, pas de crédits, pas d'emprunts..mais je suis de " classe" moyenne...j'ai modifié mes habitudes alimentaires, depuis que je vous suis..merci...vous êtes une source d'inspirations....bonne continuation, bon courage❄🏔🤍
It’s awesome you hv 2 cabins on 2 sets of land lots! I have a main urban home & a bugout cabin in the mountains along with a piece of small land that has water rights on it.
Thank you James for this Informations and get well soon 🍀🍀🍀
Thank you for the great video and the appearance by Callie was adorable as usual.
I’ve started canning this past year & enjoy your channel Shawn.
Thanks for the video appreciate the perspective for a younger person, although it can be helpful to anybody of any age starting out. It can be intimidating to hear how early you started your journey, but that's just my mind trying to make up excuses lol its always better to start now rather than mope about it for a while and start way later. Also on the tail end of a cold here after the holidays the worst part is that annoying dry cough when trying to sleep, hope you & your family feel better soon sir.
Glad to see u on Canadian Prepper.
Happy New Year🎉
Greetings from Ireland
Love this channel. Appreciate all the info you share on it. Thanks Shawn. Feel better man.💪
Hope you get better. Everyone I know has been sick with the flu or covid in the US.
Great tips Shawn really enjoy the talk!
Great video! We have our cellar stocked with beans, rice, wheat and oats. Should last forever for me, I have eaten 100% meat diet for the past few years. I processed 7 deer and 2 hogs this fall (froze and canned). I bought a beef and canned a pile of Chinook as well. I consider the veg and grain last ditch emergency food.
Thank you Shawn for helping us to get ready for what’s coming, I value your advice ❤