WHAT IS IT LIKE TO LIVE ALONE IN THE OZARK MOUNTAINS?

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  • @lmt-adventures
    @lmt-adventures Місяць тому +1

    Hello from Las Vegas! I’m a young family man and it’s a big dream of mine to own a small property one day and do something like this. I like your videos!

  • @ladywolverine1828
    @ladywolverine1828 3 роки тому +17

    Moved to Arkansas 3 years ago, I fell in love with the Ozarks. I have no plans to ever leave. Stay safe, sending love and light. So glad I found your channel.

  • @Joezark67
    @Joezark67 4 роки тому +23

    Welcome to the Ozarks buddy, I've been here in southern Missouri for 4 years now and love it, a very peaceful place.

    • @vmv--5409
      @vmv--5409 3 роки тому

      What about the Moark borderline & the Bull shoals areas ? Any Recommendations ? Thank you-

  • @pwengert1
    @pwengert1 4 роки тому +18

    It’s a great feeling not having to worry about what time it is, what day of the week it is. Just do you & nothing to worry about! Much less stress that way. We find your channel very relaxing. We’re 71 years old & thankfully retired. Your adventures in Peru sound interesting. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Justme-oo5oe
    @Justme-oo5oe 2 роки тому +6

    I’m raising my two children alone in the mountains and I LOVE IT! His loss lol.

    • @LoveAndTruth-n7v
      @LoveAndTruth-n7v 5 місяців тому

      Can you please share tips for how you began living that dream of a lifestyle?!? I have 2 youngins too

  • @jamesc9001
    @jamesc9001 5 місяців тому +1

    It's lovely brother, God bless you and your efforts there. Best wishes.

  • @TheRfmodulator
    @TheRfmodulator 4 роки тому +19

    You're living my dream, no clock, no calendar, don't care... sounds like paradise to me! Keep up the good work! (And I agree, a shop is a good next goal.)

  • @lindacrawford8777
    @lindacrawford8777 5 місяців тому +1

    Reminds me of our move to AR in the 70s. We had 2 sable shepherds like yours (Have had several more over the years) built an A frame cabin with generator power because there was no electricity nearby. Had to haul water from a spring. We were much younger, stronger, and enthusiastic. In the ensuing years, we have adapted to an easier life, but we’re still here, dug in deep on another mountain near the original and still love it.

  • @vernondaniels6506
    @vernondaniels6506 4 роки тому +18

    I had to watch this one again I just really enjoy seeing fog , and in this nursing facility , I just don't get anything like that anymore. I just miss weather and wildlife, like the birds singing of in the white invisible clouds on the mountain side is so beautiful... Anyway thanks again for your time and consideration when filming these it's really does mean a lot to me .. Peace and Love to you ✌💜❣️🙏

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +2

      Vernon Daniels I’ll try to get some more scenery and sounds for you Vernon. Thank you for watching!

    • @vernondaniels6506
      @vernondaniels6506 4 роки тому

      @@GermanShepherdRanch Like I said or say it's my pleasure.

  • @braydenhardcastle9425
    @braydenhardcastle9425 13 днів тому

    Hello from California. You my friend don’t know how much I envy your living situation. Peace and blessings from the Lord

  • @rachelrenee79
    @rachelrenee79 3 роки тому +2

    My dad is from northwest Arkansas and this video brings me back to good times.

  • @SpringRiverHollar
    @SpringRiverHollar 4 роки тому +3

    Hi Abram , just popping in to show support and encouragement . I'm slowly but surely watching ALL your vlogs . Have a blessed day 🙋

  • @jerrybledsoe8135
    @jerrybledsoe8135 Рік тому +1

    You seem to be enjoying yourself. It must be a great life.
    I'm trying to learn to live without money. My sister has some land, and I just try to disappear into the woods. It's great. It's really my first year of it.
    I hope you find what you are looking for. Peace

  • @drewnickels1369
    @drewnickels1369 4 роки тому +3

    I was looking up scenes from the show Ozark and came across this-I love your setup and this was a great video. Also your dog is adorable gotta show love to the German shepherds....keep posting your videos this is super cool!

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I love that show. Actually, it was the first time I saw how beautiful it was here! It got the wheels spinning!

  • @jennadawn5279
    @jennadawn5279 2 роки тому +2

    I moved from CA to AR and we are just getting used to the country life. Eventually when my kids grow up, I want to purchase some land in the Ozarks and live off grid, God willing. God bless you all!

  • @lancemckinney914
    @lancemckinney914 3 роки тому +1

    You’re living the freakin dream there buddy! Lived in Arkansas all my life and spent MANY camping trips in the north part of this beautiful state!

  • @thepdc6220
    @thepdc6220 4 роки тому +2

    Happy to be by yourself. Right on brother. That rings out to all of us out here trapped in the grind- Vancouver wa

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      Im sorry you are in such a big city! Vancouver is beautiful. Do you hunt?

    • @paulsowards8345
      @paulsowards8345 2 роки тому

      Hahaaa! I’m born n raised in The Couve. It’s just not the same anymore. Too many people moving to the area. I’m considering buying raw land in The Ozarks, and then moving when I am able to live off grid & homestead. That would be a dream come true! ✨🤩✨

  • @bonniemccalister7079
    @bonniemccalister7079 Рік тому

    16:51
    Hello!
    This is nice to see! I have property in NC ,AR and am about to move there, too! I, in my heart, know it is my blessing as well.
    Also, I've spent time in Peru, also with indigenous people in both the Andes and the Jungle. I am so sorry that you had such a bad experience with your camera and stuff. I absolutely loved being there and was fortunate enough not to have run into any situations, which I heard, unfortunately, can occur, often.
    Anyways, your property looks a whole lot like mine, fog, drop-off, and all. Hopefully when the fog lifts, you have a freakin' FABULOUS mountain view too!!
    Well, I just wanted to say hello and I enjoyed your video and look forward to seeing more. Blessings

  • @KuzweKanfarms
    @KuzweKanfarms 4 роки тому +3

    I feel the same way about my place here, even though I am alone most of the time. I also agree with the videos, it also keeps me motivated to get on the work

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +1

      Being motivated is always good. I’m going to check out your channel!

  • @idighistory8405
    @idighistory8405 3 роки тому +1

    What part of the states you live in and where is a good place to look for land?
    I just moved to Missouri and I'm currently living in a sprinter van using solar energy and propane for heat.

  • @davidbriggs2515
    @davidbriggs2515 4 роки тому +5

    Before you start your shop build. Plan for additional space for future projects. A 12’x20’ shop. Consider 6 foot will be taken up if you put benches down both side. Leaving you just 6’ of space for working. That does not leave you much room to walk around a 4x8 sheet of plywood. A 12’x20 could work if you put work benches and tools at 1 end and open work space for larger projects on the other end. Just food for thought. Good bless. Enjoy your videos

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +1

      That is really good advice! It makes a lot of sense. Thanks for watching!

  • @marktully4741
    @marktully4741 2 роки тому

    1st time watching, very much enjoy the peaceful relaxed conversation. Looks like paradise 😊!

  • @dwainyoung542
    @dwainyoung542 Рік тому

    From north Texas enjoy your videos, thanks for sharing. God bless , what type of work did you do ?

  • @jlbc1234
    @jlbc1234 4 роки тому +1

    Your view is awesome. Your land clearing is going well and I admire your rock fence. We live south of Huntsville AR area. I know how much work it is to do what your doing.

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      Hi Julie. I guess it’s a labor of love. There is a lot of work but it is so rewarding.

  • @HELLAARTSYDUDE
    @HELLAARTSYDUDE 3 роки тому +1

    Wow !!! What An Amazing Property !!! 👍👍❤️

  • @dianelabbe2446
    @dianelabbe2446 4 роки тому +5

    I'm from Massachusetts. Hopefully, next year I plan on doing the same thing you are doing. I'm kinda heading in the direction of East Tenn. I enjoy your videos and I will be doing it alone also. For your Harbor Freight Canopy, If it didn't rip, try building a wood frame for it. It will make it stronger and you may get a longer use out of it. Looks like the 2 of you are very content and enjoying your place. No need to leave if you don't feel like it. By the way today is Thursday, August 13, LOL.

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      Welcome! This is a great way to live if you ask me! You won’t regret it. TN is beautiful. The HF thing’s frame bent and was completely destroyed. Some storm we had!

    • @dianelabbe2446
      @dianelabbe2446 4 роки тому +1

      @@GermanShepherdRanch Consider making a frame out of 2x4's and use the canopy. That's what a lot of people do up here.

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      That’s smart.

  • @vernondaniels6506
    @vernondaniels6506 4 роки тому +2

    I used to deliver the roller bearings for the giant roasters at Folgers coffee in Kansas City, MO. In downtown KC on the north side. I loved to go there and smell the beans roasting, Oh, man what an awesome smell, Mmm !! Awesome smell !! Hot 🔥 fire roasting beans ahhh!!! Anyway that's a really great looking morning, I like foggy cool mornings on the lake , it's really nice thing to wake up too.
    And Yes , your videos are looking good Abram, you do a great job at it.
    Oh, man stolen back pack and no Passport , Canada all over again in my mind , oh yukk!!!
    I was also a professional photographer by trade, I owned the After6ix newspaper and entertainment guide in Green Bay Wisconsin, well my wife and I did. Very cool job, career I love it, been doing it since high school long ago....😂

  • @zekehelm6778
    @zekehelm6778 3 роки тому +1

    I’m not sure which season for banana plants but you definitely should prune it, so the plant is not wasting energy on excess leaves.

  • @vmv--5409
    @vmv--5409 3 роки тому

    Hello Good Morning , What about the Moark & Bull shoals areas ? Any Recommendations ? Thank you

  • @jter1620
    @jter1620 4 роки тому +5

    We have lived in the middle of 50 acres of woods for the past 15 years and love it.. We drink Folgers and don't care what other snobs drink. Life is to be experienced. When you die, you have only two things to be said about you He was a good man and his word was gold! Other than that. nothing else matters. Live by yourself if you want, but seek others if you need to talk. Solitude is good, lonely is bad. We love your dog.
    Dave T.

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      Good for you! I’m glad you aren’t a coffee snob. I’m hanks for watching!

  • @emmaavila8369
    @emmaavila8369 3 роки тому

    They love when you encourage them and make sure that they get plenty of water

  • @crazycatman5928
    @crazycatman5928 2 роки тому +1

    When the world is ending....this is how you wanna live:)
    Actually....this is how I’d wanna live throughout the rest of my life.
    Big city life is a drag. No peace. Too fast paced. The sky’s are cluttered with man made skyscrapers stealing the beauty away from the heavens.
    I’m going to Missouri in July. I’ll be passing through the Ozarks on my way.

  • @Alaskaskydiver
    @Alaskaskydiver 3 роки тому

    Where are you in the Ozarks? I just moved here one month ago from Alaska. I am totally off-grid as well.

  • @vickielewallen3799
    @vickielewallen3799 2 роки тому

    When you talked about Folgers coffee (still my favorite), i remembered someone saying, "My blood type is Folgers." 🙂

  • @blackbookt.vchannel7616
    @blackbookt.vchannel7616 2 роки тому

    How do you attain a place with this level of peace? Just good credit??

  • @soulrocker902
    @soulrocker902 3 роки тому

    May I ask what your professional background is…you seem very informed. I’m very intrigued with your lifestyle. Thank you.

  • @hotpotatapie
    @hotpotatapie 3 роки тому

    Amazing Basil plant! I can't keep one alive for more than a couple weeks. So aromatic tho!

  • @markbir7979
    @markbir7979 4 місяці тому

    Love your video. Been a while since I ran across you. I drink nothing but Folgers coffee! Nice beard. Do you trim it yourself or have it done professionally? I wish you all of God's blessings. I am from upstate SC.

  • @jedipanda333
    @jedipanda333 3 роки тому

    How peaceful

  • @johnricardo519
    @johnricardo519 2 роки тому

    Hello from the Philippines =)

  • @SuperJV4x
    @SuperJV4x 4 роки тому +1

    if you have land in those mountains with hard woods, is there a viable local market to sell it? thx

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      The lumber industry is huge in AR. Soft woods like pine are popular. White oak is king. I know a man who sold his timber.

  • @SuperJV4x
    @SuperJV4x 4 роки тому +1

    how difficult is it to find unrestricted land in the ozarks, in terms of living in a trailer?

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +3

      No restrictions pretty much means that. It is rare to find raw hand that has nothing. The majority of land already had a house at one time, even a homestead. There is usually power around and lots of times an old well. I live on a trailer on wheels!

  • @welderman1221
    @welderman1221 4 роки тому +1

    You were worried about the content of the vids you are making, worried about rambling. Not the case, one guy in Canada I follow has TWO channels. One is for the construction of his homestead, the other is for his philosophies and personal thoughts. ALL is interesting!! I enjoy your videos!!

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      Thank you for this advice. I took it early on. I’m surprised I hadn’t responded to you! God bless you!

  • @patriciamontague6035
    @patriciamontague6035 4 роки тому +1

    I like that coffee to.Still remember metal cans

  • @lindatremblay2445
    @lindatremblay2445 3 роки тому

    Hi, from,Fredericksburg, Va.

  • @TallCFarms
    @TallCFarms 3 роки тому

    I currently live on 18 acres north of Houston and I work in an office that is on the south side of Houston (75 mile commute). Even with this distance, the property taxes are just about killing me. My dream is to hold on 'til retirement, then move to N. Arkansas. Better weather, better property taxes, better views! Anything up high will make me happy. After dealing with 40+ years of mud from various flooding, then finally the ultimate house flood with Harvey, I was so happy to move 60 miles north and settle on a hill. A Prius made my commute workable. The rising property taxes are close to making me move yet again! Damn greedy politicians.

  • @DanielSalazar-zi5cs
    @DanielSalazar-zi5cs 4 роки тому

    Hello from Houston Tx

  • @redbear_70
    @redbear_70 3 роки тому +3

    I wish I could do this. I live in SW Missouri and while I'm close to that scenery, it's not the same as living in it. Wish the best.
    Edit: just found out you passed away. RIP

    • @Youngcoconut44
      @Youngcoconut44 2 роки тому +1

      How did you find out that he passed away? :(

    • @redbear_70
      @redbear_70 2 роки тому +2

      @@Youngcoconut44 from a comment on this or another one of his videos, then I double checked and sure enough he did.

    • @Youngcoconut44
      @Youngcoconut44 2 роки тому +2

      @@redbear_70 that's so sad :( I was looking at the other video and the comments earlier.

    • @vn3593
      @vn3593 Рік тому

      WHAT!? He’s too young! I just found this channel today!

  • @giniwelle
    @giniwelle 3 роки тому

    The climate is a whole aesthetic.

  • @internetUtuber
    @internetUtuber 4 роки тому +1

    Hi do you know some good resources for buying land or renting in the ozark mountain region? Like real estate people or any inside info

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +5

      I do not! I’ve heard that rural listings are as low as they’ve ever been and buyers are buying all sorts of land. A couple plots of land have sold around here. People wanting to get out of the big cities. My advice is to drive around, find the more specific area you like and start talking to normal people in the area. Lots of people know who wants to sell but doesn’t have a sign up!

    • @SuperLooneyrooney
      @SuperLooneyrooney 4 роки тому

      @@GermanShepherdRanch i agree with that. I've a few lots of land in the Ozarks bought in the past 3-4 yrs (i knew what was coming and is coming at us and it's not going to be good for city folk) and they are getting snatched up pretty quickly now and prices are going up rapidly. I would agree w Abram. Drive around the area including the SW/SC part of MO part of the Ozarks. Personally i like the Ouachitas mountain area and the area around Bull Shoals lake/ Mountain Home. I've noticed that while homes w some land are relatively inexpensive but just raw land on a $per/acre ratio is avg./ slightly expensive.

    • @vmv--5409
      @vmv--5409 3 роки тому

      @@SuperLooneyrooney hello Good Morning , What about the Moark borderline & the Bull shoals areas ? Any Recommendations ? Thank you

  • @sissyrayself7508
    @sissyrayself7508 3 роки тому

    I was born in Mountain View Missouri. I hope to " go home".. When it is time for penning my memoirs and later. Much later, I hope..the Ozarks soils will be the place of.my eternal rest. I am in Oregon..fir now

  • @kylanpierce8210
    @kylanpierce8210 4 роки тому +2

    Hey man is this in Madison County??

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +3

      Cleburne County

    • @kylanpierce8210
      @kylanpierce8210 4 роки тому +2

      @@GermanShepherdRanch ahhhhhh. I grew up wayyyyy out in the woods in Madison. There was a spot i would pass on my runs, 10 miles up the dirt road on top of a ridge, that had electric fence all around and a huge berm behind it. Signs up everywhere saying caution german shepherd attack dogs on property and security cameras in use. Lolol thought maybe I somehow ran across the owner on youtube 😂. Great video, love seein' folks go it there own way. Living in a van persuing professional fighting myself

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      @@kylanpierce8210 Small world! I don’t have cameras. It is never a good idea to come on a man’s land uninvited. My dog doesn’t go far. I like Van life! It’s a great way to conserve your resources while you are getting $500 paydays early on. I was close with a lot of guys who came up.

  • @kyle-qw5yx
    @kyle-qw5yx 3 роки тому

    Curiously, how do you have money for the small amount of bills you do have?

  • @TheSolitary1
    @TheSolitary1 3 роки тому

    Dream Life for sure 🌻

  • @MichaelOBrien71
    @MichaelOBrien71 2 роки тому

    I would love to live here

  • @allanhuff4163
    @allanhuff4163 3 роки тому

    What kind of stuff you do to earn money?

  • @emmaavila8369
    @emmaavila8369 3 роки тому

    You need to let it grow without. That stick you need to free the leaves a banana plant is a island plant it needs warmth

  • @theeempress_
    @theeempress_ 2 роки тому

    Have u met Marty & Wendy yet?

  • @r80rt88
    @r80rt88 Рік тому

    I've lived alone in the Ozark mountains for 50 years, no big deal.

  • @marymedinas1111
    @marymedinas1111 3 роки тому

    Someone said he passed away?

  • @SteampunkGroove_John3.16
    @SteampunkGroove_John3.16 3 роки тому

    watching from north Florida ... where the weather can melt wicked witches ;) lol.
    Wishing in this moment that I was there instead of here - I can almost feel the cool in the air and smell the earth.
    And you seem the kind o` fella that I`d want to live my days with {*I`m a 52yo female who loves The Lord} - you`re doing what I`ve always wanted to.
    I`m working on the creation of a residential rehab farm for those who will eventually be rescued out of sex-trafficking {like children who were kidnapped by evil people who selll them for sexual torture} ..... create a warm and serene place God can mold them into His vessels and they can be loved instead of used. I`m thinking that after I get one going here, I want to set up another in a place like the Ozarks...... and maybe another in Italy.

  • @zaveleabrown2694
    @zaveleabrown2694 4 роки тому +4

    U don't have to do anything to the banana plants just make sure it's no weed around it put a lot of composting around the root

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      Ok. That’s what I’ve done. I’d live to have huge plants!

  • @tacticalsweater5119
    @tacticalsweater5119 7 місяців тому

    Someone has to keep the supply chain running. Most people will never achieve this.

  • @solarhiveio3311
    @solarhiveio3311 3 роки тому

    Near eminence,mo

  • @persiancat1116
    @persiancat1116 2 роки тому

    This is real??

  • @flawless697
    @flawless697 Рік тому

    💙💡✌🏾

  • @santanamargiela
    @santanamargiela 4 роки тому +2

    I did it during the pandemic in Missouri, I loved it didn't wanna leave but had to go back home and take care of business. I will get some land one day and go back. I was thinking of buying land from onlinelandsales.com in Oklahoma and Missouri but I think they are a scam

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +2

      The best way to find land is to talk to people and negotiate with the owner. Most land isn’t listed but the owner may sell, and for a better price.

    • @davidgorby814
      @davidgorby814 4 роки тому

      I bought land through classic country, their basically a sister company but that’s who I would look at. We’re in Missouri been on our land for 10 months. We’re off grid too.

    • @AuntLorasHouse
      @AuntLorasHouse 3 роки тому

      @@GermanShepherdRanch how do you find the people to talk to though?

  • @justinkeckhaver8199
    @justinkeckhaver8199 4 роки тому

    Living in a camper in Arkansas. Wow.
    #nevabeendonebefo

  • @welderman1221
    @welderman1221 4 роки тому +1

    P.S. My Canadian friend has an awesome dog as well!!

  • @ArianHelm
    @ArianHelm 3 роки тому

    Would the Ozarks be a safe place for black people to visit?

    • @ow5045
      @ow5045 16 днів тому

      LoL,3 yrs and no one answered, guess you figured that one out.

  • @buzzkilldeer
    @buzzkilldeer 2 роки тому

    Those sir, are not geese . Lol

  • @locustgrove7212
    @locustgrove7212 3 роки тому

    Lord please push this Yankees out of the ozarks

  • @welderman1221
    @welderman1221 4 роки тому +1

    You may enjoy his videos as well, Sean james and My Self Reliance.

    • @Brokenbones2
      @Brokenbones2 4 роки тому +1

      he has ran out of ideas, not so great any more

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому

      I’ve watched a few of his. My friend Richard from SMO really likes him.

    • @Brokenbones2
      @Brokenbones2 4 роки тому +1

      Not worth watching. Guy talks self reliance, while wife and kids live in town.

    • @GermanShepherdRanch
      @GermanShepherdRanch  4 роки тому +1

      @@Brokenbones2 i was just watching his Forrest cube videos. He has a designer dog.

    • @Brokenbones2
      @Brokenbones2 4 роки тому +2

      @@GermanShepherdRanch love the comment! Enjoy your work! Best regard!

  • @edlabois5115
    @edlabois5115 Рік тому

    U r in God's country

  • @RynaxAlien
    @RynaxAlien 3 роки тому

    Choose vegan diet and pets