Building in Sub Zero Temps & Snowstorms | Remote Homesteading in Alaska

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  • Опубліковано 18 гру 2024

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  • @cjphillips2716
    @cjphillips2716 22 години тому +13

    Amy,
    Please keep on explaining your cooking, canning, and bread making techniques. I’m all ears for it. As well as the medicinals.
    I am really enjoying your channel. Well Done 🎉 and Happy Holidays.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      Happy to share, and so glad to hear you enjoy the channel! 😊 Happy holidays to you as well!

  • @crochet1knit180
    @crochet1knit180 22 години тому +9

    I am loving this little family! The sweet little helper is adorable. Stay strong and supportative of each other 💫❤

  • @BR-bj3ot
    @BR-bj3ot 22 години тому +7

    Just found your channel. I just love your place and your family. So many would say, “ they are so lucky!” Most don’t realize how hard it is to live a secluded life! You guys are doing great! God bless

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      Thank you for the kind words! Challenging, and rewarding too!

  • @d00mbunni
    @d00mbunni 21 годину тому +5

    So many new faces, me included! I found your videos this morning and I watched all day while working 😁. And now as I sat down to eat dinner, lo and behold a new video uploaded an hour ago…I’ve never clicked so fast in my life! Y’all are living my dream, I’m saving up for property and fully anticipate how much hard will go into homesteading, but I want it all: huge garden, wood stove, chickens, just maybe not all that snow 😅. These videos are wonderfully informative, entertaining and endearing, such a lovely family. Happy holidays!

    • @garyanderson9467
      @garyanderson9467 17 годин тому

      @@d00mbunni If you don’t want too much snow, you might consider property closer to water. Lower elevation and more south.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching! Looking back, planning and dreaming for our homestead were some of the fondest times for us. Happy holidays to you as well!

  • @sheilaackers2853
    @sheilaackers2853 13 годин тому +2

    Only just found your channel will be following you eagerly 😊❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿x

  • @nancypatterson868
    @nancypatterson868 7 годин тому

    Love watching what you guys are doing on your property. Also appreciate all the medicinal tips you share. Thanks!

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  6 годин тому

      We are happy to hear it! Thanks for watching 😊

  • @ctoth2923
    @ctoth2923 20 годин тому +3

    Love watching and hearing your process and explanation when you cook and bake. Everything looks soo delicious. Thank you for taking the time to film your activities. Every aspect of your life is fascinating. ❤

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      We really enjoy sharing what we do, thanks for watching! ❤️

  • @gardentours
    @gardentours 20 годин тому +2

    That sunsrise is absolutely stunning 🌄

  • @matthiaslippke3440
    @matthiaslippke3440 2 години тому

    You are awesome. So fascinated in watching your videos. Greeting from Germany…

  • @robertlemoine3500
    @robertlemoine3500 19 годин тому +1

    Merry Christmas to all 😊

  • @KevinChristiansen-i2q
    @KevinChristiansen-i2q 22 години тому +1

    Great video Dennis and Amy

  • @jhayft0703
    @jhayft0703 18 годин тому +1

    Love this so much!

  • @roegiersmusic
    @roegiersmusic 18 годин тому +1

    Great teamwork on that video! Happy Holidays from Minnesota 🤘😎🇺🇸

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  18 годин тому +1

      Thanks, happy holidays to you too! 🎄

  • @rodneywager2142
    @rodneywager2142 21 годину тому

    Really enjoying watching your journey. Good luck and health to your family.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  20 годин тому

      Thank you very much! We appreciate the kind words ❤️

  • @waynedaniel4899
    @waynedaniel4899 21 годину тому +1

    Also just found your channel. Loving it! Would love to see a Q&A about your life, challenges and adventures.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      Thank you! Q&A is a great idea, coming soon! 😊

  • @chrisguthrie8402
    @chrisguthrie8402 22 години тому +2

    It has been wonderful watching you guys when I found you here few weeks ago. I just want to leave this message to wish you guys a Merry Christmas and have a wonderful New Year with your family God bless❤❤

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      Thank you so much for following our homesteading journey! Merry Christmas to you as well 😊🎄

  • @heribertriehmer5558
    @heribertriehmer5558 24 хвилини тому

    Schönes Video,und Frohe Weihnachten für euch gruß aus Deutschland

  • @jjmovlog2427
    @jjmovlog2427 5 годин тому

    New subscriber here🙋🙋 from Philippines 🇵🇭

  • @janetparrish3429
    @janetparrish3429 18 годин тому

    I love cooking outside on a fire! Sweet lil covering you got from the neighbors.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      We enjoy it too! Makes cooking more fun in the winter. Thank you 😊

  • @moneydog6464
    @moneydog6464 21 годину тому +3

    This is just a thought the next time you tackle something like that put some cross bracing on the front of it and then you're able to lay it down or you're able to put some skids under it and haul at home.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому +1

      Thank you for the advice! That would have been easier. Thank you for watching 😊

  • @ck7863
    @ck7863 22 години тому +5

    Amy where did you learn about natural remedies? I only believe in natural remedies, and I find yours very interesting and helpful. Here in northern New Mexico we’ve received no snow this fall/winter. Very warm too for this time of year. Your snow is getting me in the Xmas spirit. Merry Xmas to all of you.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  22 години тому +7

      A little warm sounds nice right about now! Thank you very much, natural remedies are a favorite of mine! Long nights in the cabin reading, and also took a few courses. I have made herbal remedies for folks in my community as well. It’s fun, and rewarding! Merry Christmas to you as well 🎄

  • @ryanstraus1
    @ryanstraus1 21 годину тому +1

    Thank you for the salad dressing idea for garlic honey. We use it for immune system, but that will be great for salad dressing. Thank you and hope you are all well!

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      Glad to share it! Hope you are all well too 😊

  • @carolwhisenhunt7504
    @carolwhisenhunt7504 22 години тому

    Great video. I'm new to your channel and I'm really enjoying it. Ty for sharing.

  • @AnnRezza
    @AnnRezza 22 години тому +1

    Good job overcoming that cold and snow !🎄🎅🏻💖

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  22 години тому

      Thank you! It was a challenge but we got it done!

  • @patriciafuchs5970
    @patriciafuchs5970 19 годин тому

    Thanks for clueing me onto fermented garlic honey. You have a lovely spot.

  • @MountainMan07798
    @MountainMan07798 22 години тому

    It made my day when a saw a new video that y’all uploaded. A great family in a great place.
    I’ve always dreamed to do what y’all are doing.
    Merry Christmas!

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      That is awesome to hear, thank you! We hope you have a Merry Christmas as well!

  • @dcranch4820
    @dcranch4820 9 годин тому

    Try using the hand warmers on your wrists under the cuff of your jacket. Your arteries are close to top of your skin and will keep you warmer. I also put them on my neck under my collar. I do this when bow hunting deer in below zero temps. Its more effective than just putting the hand warmers in your pockets.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  6 годин тому

      Great advice! We'll try that out next time, thanks!

  • @joyceguy2246
    @joyceguy2246 22 години тому

    I just found your channel! Loved watching how hard it
    Is in such a very climate. I
    Really enjoyed the recipes you share and the
    Cooking! Merry Christmas 🎄😊
    Vold
    Your

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      We are glad you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching and Merry Christmas to you as well!

  • @noelianunes2340
    @noelianunes2340 17 годин тому

    Beautiful and happy family on the wilderness. Love your vídeos. Merry Christmas 😊

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      Thank you, Merry Christmas to you as well!

  • @nanscott3362
    @nanscott3362 22 години тому

    Another awesome video , love seeing all the snow so pretty. You guys stay warm and safe. Merry Christmas.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  22 години тому

      Thanks so much! Lots and lots of snow. Merry Christmas to you as well! 😊

  • @jo3ywils0n39
    @jo3ywils0n39 20 годин тому +2

    The best light temperature for chickens laying is about 2700k or a conventional "Soft white" bulb is perfect. Most "Daylight white" bulbs don't contain enough red light to influence chicken's laying. The most important thing, rather than amount or colour of light however is the duration of light.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому +1

      That's great information! Thank you for that!

  • @littlegriffoffgridalberta6837
    @littlegriffoffgridalberta6837 20 годин тому

    Great job :) Good find just a little labor awesome little building 👍, Yes cold in my parts & always a challenge with camara batteries , I try not to do any outside building once winter sets in, But it happens from time to time lol, Stay warm, Have an awesome Christmas

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      Thank you, it was a challenge for sure! Stay warm and happy holidays to you as well!

  • @carolann6072
    @carolann6072 20 годин тому

    New subscriber here and really enjoy your videos! I love how you explained all the different berries and health benefits in your fall video. Look forward to watching more!

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому +1

      We’re glad you like the berry info! 😊

  • @altoncheatham7383
    @altoncheatham7383 19 годин тому

    Another great video y’all. Western North Carolina Mountains

  • @rheajones-bv7wu
    @rheajones-bv7wu 20 годин тому

    So awesome…love your videos.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      Thanks so much! We love making them! 😊

  • @susanchittum5611
    @susanchittum5611 20 годин тому

    Merry Christmas 🎁

  • @daleogle3620
    @daleogle3620 22 години тому

    Great job so far. You might want to add some corner braces near the rof on the front to stiffen up the whole assembly. Enjoy!

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  22 години тому

      Thank you very much 😊 We actually ran out of screws, but are planning on bracing it!

  • @redcanoe9810
    @redcanoe9810 21 годину тому

    Always have your firewood ready before winter sets in!

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  21 годину тому

      We just moved to this new homestead from another in Alaska this October. Late start this year!

  • @patlockwood6207
    @patlockwood6207 21 годину тому

    New to you.
    Great vlogs.
    I am watching in 85F weather here in Costa Rica. Lived most of my life in Indiana, so no stranger to lots of snow. Don't miss the white stuff, I'll stick with sand.
    I sure enjoy your vlogs and you're cooking is so interesting. Your cabin is so nice.
    Is the chicken coop heated? Looked awfully cold.
    My dogs loved the snow and cold too. I had a hard time getting them to come in. We brought all 3 down here. I know they missed it.
    Thanks for letting us visit.
    Glad to know ya.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  16 годин тому

      Thank you for the kind words! The coop is not heated, just some supplemental light in there!

  • @DebbieDee-lx6uk
    @DebbieDee-lx6uk 18 годин тому

    Thanks for sharing 🫶

  • @Shiryone
    @Shiryone 18 годин тому

    You guys are quite the team. What will the barn be used for?

  • @garyanderson9467
    @garyanderson9467 20 годин тому

    The dogs seem to be in dog heaven. They couldn’t be happier it appears. You need a couple more hands to help you.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      Pretty good life for a dog 😊 Never enough hands!

  • @janiesagerholm4395
    @janiesagerholm4395 19 годин тому

    What are you doing for termites? With the wood contacting the ground.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      The ground contact timbers are pressure treated!

  • @garyanderson9467
    @garyanderson9467 20 годин тому

    Me too. The beauty makes me wish I had been more serious about homesteading in Alaska. I did have five acres mostly off grid in Washington but that was boring compared to how they folks live.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому +1

      Homesteading in Alaska has its challenges, but it’s also very rewarding! No where else we’d rather be ❤️

  • @exit8ext
    @exit8ext 21 годину тому +1

    New subscriber here. Cabin/property tour maybe?

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  20 годин тому

      Coming soon! 😊 we are excited to share with you all!

  • @susanchittum5611
    @susanchittum5611 20 годин тому

    What will you use the “new to you” shed for?

  • @nancyduffer1808
    @nancyduffer1808 20 годин тому

    Hi, i was thinking that hens should have a rest from egg laying in the winter with no light.

  • @garyanderson9467
    @garyanderson9467 19 годин тому

    How many hours of daylight do you guys have now? Do you have Starlink? Thanks.

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому

      Sunrise at 10, sunset at 3! We are looking into starlink. Thank you 😊

    • @garyanderson9467
      @garyanderson9467 17 годин тому

      @ OMG. I wondered why it was dark when you guys got up. Hope I don’t annoy you with questions but many of us live vicariously through you folks and we are so curious about what your lives are like. I know I’m jealous but I’m too old to try it myself now.

    • @garyanderson9467
      @garyanderson9467 17 годин тому

      @@holdfastalaska Unless I missed it, you folks may want to do a video covering the basics like what you do for electricity, sewer, internet, etc. that might reduce the number of dumb repetitive questions. If you did and I missed it, sorry! Love your channel.

  • @kenbowers8423
    @kenbowers8423 17 годин тому

    What is your power source. Watching from Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.

  • @sarahschlosser1203
    @sarahschlosser1203 21 годину тому

    When are going to do a tour of your homestead

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  20 годин тому

      Next couple weeks or so we will include a cabin tour! 🏡

  • @bennym1956
    @bennym1956 10 годин тому

    Building in Sub Zero Temps & Snowstorms. and that's why I live in the SE USA !! lolol Nice video but honestly, there are 100's of cold Off-grid cabin vids on YT. Can't watch them all. Good luck ! One thing I don't understand is why NOT have an enclosed entryway to main entrance to keep out cold air from directly blowing in main part of cabin in Sub Zero Temps. I know I'm old, but seems like common sense.....

  • @jhayft0703
    @jhayft0703 18 годин тому

    Do you experience polar night? Or midnight sun?

    • @holdfastalaska
      @holdfastalaska  17 годин тому +1

      No polar midnight, but in summer it’s near 24 hours light!

    • @jhayft0703
      @jhayft0703 17 годин тому

      @ that’s awesome also!!!!

  • @denisesolomon9089
    @denisesolomon9089 20 годин тому

    I question are there bears where you live

  • @robertstrickland492
    @robertstrickland492 2 години тому

    I would get chains for your rtf

  • @JohnGunther-ni6tp
    @JohnGunther-ni6tp 13 годин тому

    WHY DON'T YOU PUT FLATS STONES UNDERTHE CORNERS

  • @BarbaraKohler-c8u
    @BarbaraKohler-c8u 3 години тому

    Try using tight surgical gloves?!!