Yes, the black flies are hungry and the mosquitoes are next in line and very hungry... but they don't seem to want to wait their turn. lol Thanks for watching. cheers. G&M
Enjoyed your video . A very smart way to live your life especially in these times . Peaceful . My goal one day having experience in similar settings " knowing " the good they offer . Look forward to more videos . Todd
Hey Glenn & Maureen ! We wondered where you guys got to but happy to see your video pop up tonight ! We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and it took us away to your world for a little while. So glad to hear you are both looking so good and healthy and out of all happy and content. Love you both xox. Patti & Mike
Hey Patti & Mike, great to see you - since we don't do much social media these days, this video serves as a bit of an update - more to come. cheers, and much love. G&M
Amazing content! I live in manitoba and I'm planning on purchasing some Unorganized property to build a log cabin. I have 2 questions. What do you do for heat during the winter time? I could use the trees around me but eventually that source of fuel will run out unless I purchase a significant amount of land which I cannot afford. Are you allowed to venture out of your land and collect dead trees so long as the land is vacant/is not private property? Secondly, is it better to build a non-permeant structure for tax purposes? such as a yurt instead of a log cabin? Thanks!
Hey Quincy - as mentioned in our video, our first winter on the land caught us unprepared for wood burning, since any wood harvested (even the dead standing type) would NOT be suitable for burning the same winter - it simply will not provide enough BTU's to keep you warm, and it can be dangerous to burn unseasoned wood (chimney fire prone) so we put in a propane wall heater that vented to the outside (safe) and it kept us warm all winter. The following spring, we felled and cleaned up about 15 trees that we processed for firewood, and stacked and dried it that spring/summer. It was seasoned and dry for the following winter, at which time we could have put a wood burning stove in the cabin for heating and cooking. Depending on the type of land you purchase,- approx. 10 Acres of well wooded land should be able to sustain you indefinitely if you choose your trees at the right time. You could also opt to have a load of fresh cut wood brought in and stack it yourself to dry, but that will cost out of pocket. Alternatively, you could possibly ask around if anyone needs wood cut on THEIR property, and cut, split and stack the wood for them, and take half in return for your labour. This has worked for us in the past when my back was out of commission and we needed some trees felled for future wood heat. We don't think it's a good idea to venture onto other lands to get firewood without consent of land owners, and as far as we know it's not permitted to harvest trees on 'crown' lands without proper "permits" but this could be an option for you to research. As for type of structure to keep taxes low, a small cabin likely would not incur much taxes, and here in Ont. yurts aren't taxable.... but do your homework, and keep in mind your tolerance for 'comfort' level with respect to space and amenities. We hope this helps you in your quest to find and purchase your land. All the best. Thank for watching, and for the Q.s :) Glenn & Maureen. .
I can't help but wonder if your plan is to stay out there until you pass away? Or do you have some kind of other home that you can go to when you can no longer withstand the elements. It just seems like it would be way too harsh for someone who is in their 80s for example. Is it possible to live out there until you pass?
Hi Jesse - Interesting question - We both hope to live here as long as our health and ability to maintain this lifestyle persists. Thanks for watching. G&M
Well, done it is paradise, but also hard work as you say. Just returned from the bush and got destroyed by black flies, but still good, cheers🍀
Yes, the black flies are hungry and the mosquitoes are next in line and very hungry... but they don't seem to want to wait their turn. lol Thanks for watching. cheers. G&M
Great video, reminds me a lot of my youth here in cottage country, here in Ontario :)
Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching and subbing. G&M
Enjoyed your video . A very smart way to live your life especially in these times . Peaceful . My goal one day having experience in similar settings " knowing " the good they offer . Look forward to more videos . Todd
Hi Todd - Thanks for watching. G&M :)
I really enjoyed this, you both are so pleasant and did a great job narrating!
Hello Heather, so glad you enjoyed the video... we appreciate your feedback. G&M
When I grow up, I want to be like you guys, beautiful video! Thank you. Love you guys 💚 hopefully I can visit one day💯
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Hey Glenn & Maureen ! We wondered where you guys got to but happy to see your video pop up tonight ! We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and it took us away to your world for a little while. So glad to hear you are both looking so good and healthy and out of all happy and content. Love you both xox. Patti & Mike
Hey Patti & Mike, great to see you - since we don't do much social media these days, this video serves as a bit of an update - more to come. cheers, and much love. G&M
That was very well done and fun to watch thank you happy Easter❤❤
America Bound, hey, great to see you. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for letting us know. Cheers - Happy Easter. G&M & Jake.
This is a great video. Very informative and from a good perspective
Glad you enjoyed it, Tressa. Thanks for the feedback. G&M
Great seeing you guys again! This was really well done!
Hi Wendy - Thanks for watching. Appreciate your comment. G&M
I miss you guys! I hope you both are doing wonderful 💚
The video says it all ... lol ... ' we ain't killed each other yet" LOL. Nice to see you again. Hoping all is well. cheers G&M & Jake.
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Hi, thanks for watching. Glenn & Maureen & Jake
Amazing content! I live in manitoba and I'm planning on purchasing some Unorganized property to build a log cabin. I have 2 questions. What do you do for heat during the winter time? I could use the trees around me but eventually that source of fuel will run out unless I purchase a significant amount of land which I cannot afford. Are you allowed to venture out of your land and collect dead trees so long as the land is vacant/is not private property? Secondly, is it better to build a non-permeant structure for tax purposes? such as a yurt instead of a log cabin? Thanks!
Hey Quincy - as mentioned in our video, our first winter on the land caught us unprepared for wood burning, since any wood harvested (even the dead standing type) would NOT be suitable for burning the same winter - it simply will not provide enough BTU's to keep you warm, and it can be dangerous to burn unseasoned wood (chimney fire prone) so we put in a propane wall heater that vented to the outside (safe) and it kept us warm all winter. The following spring, we felled and cleaned up about 15 trees that we processed for firewood, and stacked and dried it that spring/summer. It was seasoned and dry for the following winter, at which time we could have put a wood burning stove in the cabin for heating and cooking. Depending on the type of land you purchase,- approx. 10 Acres of well wooded land should be able to sustain you indefinitely if you choose your trees at the right time. You could also opt to have a load of fresh cut wood brought in and stack it yourself to dry, but that will cost out of pocket. Alternatively, you could possibly ask around if anyone needs wood cut on THEIR property, and cut, split and stack the wood for them, and take half in return for your labour. This has worked for us in the past when my back was out of commission and we needed some trees felled for future wood heat. We don't think it's a good idea to venture onto other lands to get firewood without consent of land owners, and as far as we know it's not permitted to harvest trees on 'crown' lands without proper "permits" but this could be an option for you to research. As for type of structure to keep taxes low, a small cabin likely would not incur much taxes, and here in Ont. yurts aren't taxable.... but do your homework, and keep in mind your tolerance for 'comfort' level with respect to space and amenities. We hope this helps you in your quest to find and purchase your land. All the best. Thank for watching, and for the Q.s :) Glenn & Maureen. .
I can't help but wonder if your plan is to stay out there until you pass away? Or do you have some kind of other home that you can go to when you can no longer withstand the elements. It just seems like it would be way too harsh for someone who is in their 80s for example. Is it possible to live out there until you pass?
Hi Jesse - Interesting question - We both hope to live here as long as our health and ability to maintain this lifestyle persists. Thanks for watching. G&M