If you can invest in a 4 wheeler or a snowmobile. Maybe a nice used one I can just imagine how much easier it would be for that long hike. I love your videos I'm so glad I found you guys. I can only dream of having a setup like yours. Cheers keep those posts coming.
The re-arrangement is much better, it takes time to find the best result for the space you have. I don't know what kind of projects you two have in mind, but the most important for me would be a fire wood shed and at least fire wood for two years. You can sleep there now in the winter, of cause you want to make it better, but the most important is that you can get it warm and sleep good. Hug for skeeter and stay healthy. Regards, Tony.
I really like the new arrangement, it has a nice feel to it. Also, there is nothing better than lighting your own wood stove and watching it. I like to call it crackling TV.
I can remember hiking to the cabin in the snow and then lighting that first fire in the wood stove. It was always a lot of fun and the begining of an adventure. Your videos bring back some good memories. Thanks
I really admire you guys for hiking in so far. Just watching made me exhausted. I'm really looking forward to watching you add on etc. Really making a nice home for yourselves. Very cool, admirable.
Very nice video, and the endeavor and effort are much appreciated. Channels like yours, and My Self Reliance, bring some nice distraction, peace, and comfort into a too real world. There is so much you can do with your interior, employing a rustic fashion of utilizing ever square inch, just as they do in many small apartment videos. Many years of enjoyment ahead for you. Just avoid national news as much as you can.(lol!)
It is a lot of fun trying to come up with ideas to make as much use of the space as possible. We have a lot of ideas. I'm glad you enjoy these videos. Thanks for coming along.
@@KYLESCABIN Could you put a small loft in your cabin, above the kitchen for sleeping? And, rather than a ladder, a narrow staircase with rail in which to ascend, and also hollow segments for storage. Or, even another on the other side for storage, albeit with a hidden ladder, perhaps? And a large prop up/fold down table on one side for eating/work station, with a bench for seating, with storage inside. The cabin is great, but could possibly use some rustic coziness. You actually have a lot of space to utilize. And, how would you be at building your own log furniture? That would be amazing, and the charm would be outstanding, with plaid patterns for eating/cushions. How much land do you have, and what are your actual long range plans? Self sufficiency? Can you, or do you hunt/fish/trap there? Lots of questions, coming from Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, with much less snow than you have there. A lot of people in Donald Gumpland, U.S.A. don't believe in Climate Change, but boy oh boy, we have been witnessing it firsthand, as the winters are nothing like they were years ago. I don't think any kids own sleds or toboggans anymore, and old guys are just jonesing to use their snowblowers, maybe, 3 times a year.(lol!)
@@jonathansmith9235 - I am one of those old guys, and you are correct. I had a Flexible Flyer that I bought for my grandson - he and my son didn't want it. I gave it to the next door neighbor, and his kids only used it about 3 times in 5 years. I used to use mine all winter long when I was a kid, had one from age 7 to 14. I was raised on a farm during those years. I am now 76 and rambling about my childhood - - - - Chuckling!
Hi Kyle & Cierra, I like the reorg, looks roomier I think. Tomorrow I’m going to do some cleaning, reorg and prepare to sell, donate or toss stuff we have in a storage unit. Can’t wait to declutter. (Although my house doesn’t look cluttered, most closets are full and there are bins under beds.). My husband plans to retire in a couple years and we plan to leave MN for tax reasons. I’ll miss my lovely log home, but like all homes...it’s a box and can be replaced. I am rambling on! Sheesh. Keep enjoying life!
The nice thing about having a small space is we only keep things in here that we use. It doesn't take much for it to get cluttered in here haha. Yeah the tax thing is a pretty big bummer. My parents are talking about leaving the state as well for the same reasons. Thanks for continuing to watch and comment!
Ya'll looked cozy there with the dog on the couch. I had to laugh about his rawhide he was gnawing. Looked like he was a bit protective of it. Great video.
With wolf scat so close to the cabin I’d be watching skeeter close. Maybe might consider setting some snares up for good measure. Great job sure enjoy following you guys out in the bush.
Love the New "interior design (re-arrangement) changes" - what about building a Long *Narrow table* aka a "sofa table" to put directly behind the length of the futon ? Could serve as a long dinner table BUT not too wide to take up too much space in your kitchen : ) ... Plus 2 stools could fit underneath it / tucked in & away when they're not in use - Just a thought / possibility for the future ? ~ 7:12 Papa Bear, Momma Bear & Baby Bear (Skeeter) ... sooo Cute !! & Yes, 9:40 Hugs are Good for All ! Skeeter is soooo Loved by You !! Thanks for sharing your adventures w/ us ! : )
I love the ideas! We like the new futon spot. We get to watch the fire and we are right next to the window now. I love the idea with the table and stools! It gets tricky trying to figure out how to utilize the space. Skeeter is very much loved by us. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Love your videos that highlight your hard work, wilderness building skills and resourcefulness. You and Cierra make a great couple. Curiosity begs me to ask, what do you two do to support yourselves, allowing you to pay for life’s necessities and live in such a remote location?
I hadn't heard of chaga before. Enjoy learning something new. We heat our home solely on wood. It's a lot of work but nothing so great and warm as wood heat! I thought it was hilarious at 96 degrees you still have your sock hat on! Blessings!
Yeah I can see that you toke the snow away from the cabin! "Long live will fellow"! Keep the wood allways dry! To move the table: Buy some 10$ Heavy Duty Casters for each "tablefeed" and you can move it from one side to another and you dont destroy the floor.Also it looks cool to have a rolling table.
With wolves active in the area, don't you worry about Skeeter running ahead and exploring the woods? He is a handsome boy - my Jack Russell mix watches him, just like he watches Shawn James' Cali!
Great content! Every time I watch your and others videos, I sit here and daydream about what you are doing. My wife cant believe I can sit and watch these videoes. Lol Just need figure out what I can do for content.
@@KYLESCABIN lol. Im sitting in my chair with a cup of coffee myself along with a dandy of a head cold. Just watched your video and now watching Traplines and Inlines. Hes getting a lot of coyotes!
@@KYLESCABIN our season is almost done here in Wisconsin. I'm most certainly hooked on trapping and it's only my second season. Lol. Truly another reason to love the outdoors.
When you get a chance, consider doing a Cierra based video. I would like to hear the plusses/minuses of living there, as well as a typical day, from her point of view. I'm interested.
Maybe outlining the elements/personal history that caused her to want to live in the middle of nowhere, etc. My wife, when we were dating, swore she loved the outdoors. Uh, that was not true. She's been to the mountains with me once in 25 years.
We have had a lot of requests to make a video about Cierra and what she thinks about this. I will make one soon. She has her days but I do everything I can to make sure she's as comfortable as possible.
Just found your channel. It looks pretty cool. I'm going to start my off grid log cabin in a few months. Will be pretty similar to yours. I've also got a hike in. My hike is shorter but it's pretty much straight up a mountain. First project is to build a zigzag trail up to it. I also have a large area of forest service land behind my 6.5 acres. Never done any youtubing but I might start with this project. Your journey is very inspiring.
That sounds awesome! Half of the fun is planning everything out. If you ever start a channel let me know I'll check it out. Thanks for watching and best of luck with your exciting adventure.
I’ve been using Chaga for a few years. We chop it up into small chunks and steep it in a pan on low temp for a few hours. My brother in law makes a tincture from it.
Good to know. I want to make a batch in the next couple days and let it steep for a few hours like you do. I have been looking up ways to use it and from what I've read the longer you steep it the more vitamins and antioxidants are pulled from it.
Yes I do! I burn probably 90 percent pine because that's mostly what I have. I do have some birch but I try to keep as many of them as I can because there isn't a whole lot of them.
Okay, you know your forest. It just seems like, from your video, that there was a substantial number of mature birch trees, some very close together that could stand culling. Hardwood: less creosote clean up on your chimney. I do a lot of firewood splitting, on large downed black and white oak log rounds, so big I have to use a log peavey and log hook to move them.
That heater heats your cabin really good! How about the bear population in your area. Do you think this Spring bears may come a prowling? I think it is good that you have Skeeter to check out the trail ahead of y'all. Have a Blessed Evening Friends! Justin
There are a lot of bears around here. I need to get going on some bear shutters for the windows. With the warmer temps I wouldn't be surprised if one came around soon. It is nice that Skeeter goes up ahead and scopes things out for us. Thank you for watching!
I always try to get ahead of the wood yet it NEVER seems to happen haha. Too many other projects in the summer, or fall or winter! Gah. And is chaga the new rage? All of a sudden I see it everywhere. Anyways, good to see you guys back at the cabin! And the close ups of Skeeter👌😅
@@KYLESCABIN yes he's a bigtime inspiration. What he did on his own with no power or communication is stuff of legend. Carved his own tools and hardware. Mad Trapper another legend on the amount of time he survived.
Yeah they take a little getting used to! Its definitely a challenge to walk backwards. I go to take a step backwards and wipeout every once in awhile haha
It doesn't look like it but the road we walk in on has well over 2 ft of snow on it. Snowmobilers go down the road every once in awhile which is nice because it packs down the road for easy hiking. I wouldn't make it very far with my vehicle, and if I did I absolutely do not want to get stuck back here. Youd be stuck until spring! Lol. We just park where the road is plowed to and park and hike in. It's about a 3 mile hike. Next year we are definitely getting a snowmobile. In the summer we can get much closer to the cabin. Thanks for watching, I'm glad you like the videos.
Hi Kyle, Cierra and Skeeter, I just noticed all the black spots on Skeeter. I have a Karelian Bear dog who is loaded with black spots so, I named him Spots. He is like your dog, follows me around and constantly wanting to give kisses. I like where the futon is now as well. One thing about small cabins, you don't want to much in there. It gets smaller. Any plans for that corner?
It's fun having a little friend around! It is nice having a small space. We both dont like clutter so we try our best to keep it as simple as possible. I would like a lazy boy recliner though haha but we will see. We are going to take that island counter out of here and I will probably use it as a workbench. We aren't sure what to have in the corner but I'm sure we will find something. We are trying to come up with ideas on how to make use of all the space but keeping it simple. If you have any ideas let us know! I was telling Cierra about your steel garbage can suggestion for by the stove. We both agree that would help a lot. I forgot to pick one up while I was in town.
@@KYLESCABIN having stable to eat on is a nice idea but, you good build a table that folds down and up for room and buy a couple of folding chairs which you can put under the futon or hang on the wall somewhere.
The road (if you want to call it that, it's more of an ATV trail) is plowed by a guy about 3 miles from us. In the summer we can get about a half mile from the cabin.
Maria Otero I’m sure u have a good heart. I live in MN and our outdoor dogs all grow layers of hair to keep them cozy warm (and they can come inside when it’s cold; they sleep in barns, sheds, doghouses and most today sleep in the house. Although, having a doggie jacket (and booties) available could be nice. Most dogs I know hate booties and they rarely last more than a few days. Some people I know keep their dogs inside 90% of the time, I feel sorry for them. Skeeter looks so carefree, healthy and happy in these videos. Oh dear...I must really be in a rambling mood tonight.
How do you upload your videos? I'm wondering this because I just uploaded an 11min video and it took me 18hrs and took up 4gb of cell usage. I'm really enjoying your channel! Thanks for the great videos!
We have unlimited data and use a hotspot which helps. It still takes me a really long time to upload a video. And sometimes it restarts or gets too 99% and doesn't work. It can be really frustrating. I try my best to time it for if we make a trip to town. The I'll go to a the library or coffee shop and use wifi. But we hardly ever go to town during the winter because of the long hike. In the summer we are in town more.
I started following you only recently. Are ya'll married? Do you plan on having kids and living off grid in the future too? It would be challenging but awesome.
I have some Chaga from a friend in Alaska. She cuts hers up in little 1 inch pieces. As long as that piece makes the tea dark it's still good. I let mine dry on a spoon. I've been using the same 1 inch piece for about a month now. I make about 16 oz at a time. It's really good for you. Warning: It can stain your teeth.
Skeeter! Great stuff. Skeeter for president!
What a great doggo skeeter is. Love his tail wag
The look Skeeter had when you were filming him on the couch was priceless!
Haha I think he thought I was going to take his bone!
That was cracking me up
I like how you take the time to do the extra shots (coming and going). It adds to the viewing experience.
I love the crunchy sound of snow underfoot. Great video. Thanks.
If you can invest in a 4 wheeler or a snowmobile. Maybe a nice used one I can just imagine how much easier it would be for that long hike. I love your videos I'm so glad I found you guys. I can only dream of having a setup like yours. Cheers keep those posts coming.
Thank for the video nice to see Ciara..and ofcourse Skeeter....
You guys are great. So beautiful there. Thanks for another great video.
Love watching your videos.I look forward to each one and I love Skeeter. He sure is living the good life out there and you guys are too!
Loving the video , loving the snow , the cosy cabin and skeeter......enjoy your wonderful life Xxx
The re-arrangement is much better, it takes time to find the best result for the space you have. I don't know what kind of projects you two have in mind, but the most important for me would be a fire wood shed and at least fire wood for two years. You can sleep there now in the winter, of cause you want to make it better, but the most important is that you can get it warm and sleep good. Hug for skeeter and stay healthy. Regards, Tony.
What a great looking dog
So nice to see Cierra and Skeeter. What a cute little family. I love your cabin, it is so pretty and natural. Look forward to seeing your videos!
Thank you! It is good to have them back here.
I just love Skeeter. Watching his tail just wagging so crazy. But him eyeing you like you were going to take his bone. Lol 😂
We love Skeeter too! Hes the best friend ever.
I really like the new arrangement, it has a nice feel to it. Also, there is nothing better than lighting your own wood stove and watching it. I like to call it crackling TV.
Always good to see.
Another amazing video. Thank you Kyle and Cierra. And Skeeter!
Thanks for watching
Its beautiful where you live,and I love what you did with the cabin,very nice
Thank you
Love your videos.. keep them coming.
Thank you for sharing this with us.
Thank you for watching
I can remember hiking to the cabin in the snow and then lighting that first fire in the wood stove. It was always a lot of fun and the begining of an adventure. Your videos bring back some good memories. Thanks
Thank you for watching, I'm glad I can bring back some memories. Seems like the best memories are made at the cabin.
I want to thank you for your videos I really enjoy them, god bless you young man.
Thank you I am glad you like them
I really admire you guys for hiking in so far. Just watching made me exhausted. I'm really looking forward to watching you add on etc. Really making a nice home for yourselves. Very cool, admirable.
Can't wait for the fall/winter to see you back at the snowy cabin. Love your place and videos.
Very nice video, and the endeavor and effort are much appreciated. Channels like yours, and My Self Reliance, bring some nice distraction, peace, and comfort into a too real world. There is so much you can do with your interior, employing a rustic fashion of utilizing ever square inch, just as they do in many small apartment videos. Many years of enjoyment ahead for you. Just avoid national news as much as you can.(lol!)
It is a lot of fun trying to come up with ideas to make as much use of the space as possible. We have a lot of ideas. I'm glad you enjoy these videos. Thanks for coming along.
@@KYLESCABIN Could you put a small loft in your cabin, above the kitchen for sleeping? And, rather than a ladder, a narrow staircase with rail in which to ascend, and also hollow segments for storage. Or, even another on the other side for storage, albeit with a hidden ladder, perhaps? And a large prop up/fold down table on one side for eating/work station, with a bench for seating, with storage inside. The cabin is great, but could possibly use some rustic coziness. You actually have a lot of space to utilize. And, how would you be at building your own log furniture? That would be amazing, and the charm would be outstanding, with plaid patterns for eating/cushions. How much land do you have, and what are your actual long range plans? Self sufficiency? Can you, or do you hunt/fish/trap there? Lots of questions, coming from Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, with much less snow than you have there. A lot of people in Donald Gumpland, U.S.A. don't believe in Climate Change, but boy oh boy, we have been witnessing it firsthand, as the winters are nothing like they were years ago. I don't think any kids own sleds or toboggans anymore, and old guys are just jonesing to use their snowblowers, maybe, 3 times a year.(lol!)
@@jonathansmith9235 - I am one of those old guys, and you are correct. I had a Flexible Flyer that I bought for my grandson - he and my son didn't want it. I gave it to the next door neighbor, and his kids only used it about 3 times in 5 years. I used to use mine all winter long when I was a kid, had one from age 7 to 14. I was raised on a farm during those years. I am now 76 and rambling about my childhood - - - - Chuckling!
@@retiredyeti5555 It's okay to ramble. You sound a lot more lucid than Donald Trump or Joe Biden.(lol!)
Great video and of course the look on Skeeters face with his bone...priceless 😊
Hi Kyle & Cierra, I like the reorg, looks roomier I think. Tomorrow I’m going to do some cleaning, reorg and prepare to sell, donate or toss stuff we have in a storage unit. Can’t wait to declutter. (Although my house doesn’t look cluttered, most closets are full and there are bins under beds.). My husband plans to retire in a couple years and we plan to leave MN for tax reasons. I’ll miss my lovely log home, but like all homes...it’s a box and can be replaced. I am rambling on! Sheesh. Keep enjoying life!
The nice thing about having a small space is we only keep things in here that we use. It doesn't take much for it to get cluttered in here haha. Yeah the tax thing is a pretty big bummer. My parents are talking about leaving the state as well for the same reasons. Thanks for continuing to watch and comment!
Thanks for sharing your lovely video make my day really .and love your buddy dog .love you guys
Thanks for coming along on our adventures!
I love the clever way you cut your wood .
Ya'll looked cozy there with the dog on the couch. I had to laugh about his rawhide he was gnawing. Looked like he was a bit protective of it. Great video.
I appreciate your work ethic for a young fella as yourself.. ✌️from sturgeon lake, mn
Thank you! Love my fellow Minnesotans
With wolf scat so close to the cabin I’d be watching skeeter close. Maybe might consider setting some snares up for good measure. Great job sure enjoy following you guys out in the bush.
Love the New "interior design (re-arrangement) changes" - what about building a Long *Narrow table* aka a "sofa table" to put directly behind the length of the futon ? Could serve as a long dinner table BUT not too wide to take up too much space in your kitchen : ) ... Plus 2 stools could fit underneath it / tucked in & away when they're not in use - Just a thought / possibility for the future ? ~
7:12 Papa Bear, Momma Bear & Baby Bear (Skeeter) ... sooo Cute !! & Yes, 9:40 Hugs are Good for All ! Skeeter is soooo Loved by You !! Thanks for sharing your adventures w/ us ! : )
I love the ideas! We like the new futon spot. We get to watch the fire and we are right next to the window now. I love the idea with the table and stools! It gets tricky trying to figure out how to utilize the space. Skeeter is very much loved by us. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Love your videos that highlight your hard work, wilderness building skills and resourcefulness. You and Cierra make a great couple. Curiosity begs me to ask, what do you two do to support yourselves, allowing you to pay for life’s necessities and live in such a remote location?
I work long hours doing construction during the summer months. 80-90 hour weeks. Work hard play hard.
And thank you for the kind words
I hadn't heard of chaga before. Enjoy learning something new. We heat our home solely on wood. It's a lot of work but nothing so great and warm as wood heat! I thought it was hilarious at 96 degrees you still have your sock hat on! Blessings!
Glad to see all three of you ❤ Have a good evening👋👋👋
Thank you! You as well.
A comfy 96 degrees, Jen does the same thing when I leave her in charge. You made me giggle with that, lol
Haha that's funny. I had to open the window and the door for awhile.
great videos
Yeah I can see that you toke the snow away from the cabin! "Long live will fellow"! Keep the wood allways dry! To move the table: Buy some 10$ Heavy Duty Casters for each "tablefeed" and you can move it from one side to another and you dont destroy the floor.Also it looks cool to have a rolling table.
Great Idea
Skeeter is so cute
With wolves active in the area, don't you worry about Skeeter running ahead and exploring the woods? He is a handsome boy - my Jack Russell mix watches him, just like he watches Shawn James' Cali!
Wow you dog is so sweet and lovely .but dont disturb him while his busy chewing d bone 😁
So beautiful there
Great content! Every time I watch your and others videos, I sit here and daydream about what you are doing. My wife cant believe I can sit and watch these videoes. Lol
Just need figure out what I can do for content.
Right now I'm sitting by the woodstove drinking some coffee and looking out the window!
@@KYLESCABIN lol. Im sitting in my chair with a cup of coffee myself along with a dandy of a head cold. Just watched your video and now watching Traplines and Inlines. Hes getting a lot of coyotes!
Haha nice that dude is a character. He cracks me up. Next winter I will have time to do some trapping myself.
@@KYLESCABIN our season is almost done here in Wisconsin. I'm most certainly hooked on trapping and it's only my second season. Lol. Truly another reason to love the outdoors.
When you get a chance, consider doing a Cierra based video. I would like to hear the plusses/minuses of living there, as well as a typical day, from her point of view. I'm interested.
Maybe outlining the elements/personal history that caused her to want to live in the middle of nowhere, etc. My wife, when we were dating, swore she loved the outdoors. Uh, that was not true. She's been to the mountains with me once in 25 years.
We have had a lot of requests to make a video about Cierra and what she thinks about this. I will make one soon. She has her days but I do everything I can to make sure she's as comfortable as possible.
Esse cachorrinho é muito lindo e carinhoso.
Just found you on UA-cam. Such a cute couple! Cant wait for the next video.
Welcome and thanks for being a part of our adventure
I love it guys. Keep the vids coming.
Just found your channel. It looks pretty cool. I'm going to start my off grid log cabin in a few months. Will be pretty similar to yours. I've also got a hike in. My hike is shorter but it's pretty much straight up a mountain. First project is to build a zigzag trail up to it. I also have a large area of forest service land behind my 6.5 acres. Never done any youtubing but I might start with this project. Your journey is very inspiring.
That sounds awesome! Half of the fun is planning everything out. If you ever start a channel let me know I'll check it out. Thanks for watching and best of luck with your exciting adventure.
I’ve been using Chaga for a few years. We chop it up into small chunks and steep it in a pan on low temp for a few hours. My brother in law makes a tincture from it.
Good to know. I want to make a batch in the next couple days and let it steep for a few hours like you do. I have been looking up ways to use it and from what I've read the longer you steep it the more vitamins and antioxidants are pulled from it.
Greetings from ERA!
Keep up the good work!
Be safe!
Hey Kyle,another wonderful video,I was wondering if you have thought about installing a loft?
Yes I have it is one of the many projects i want to get done this spring/summer! I made the ceiling tall so I can have a loft.
@@KYLESCABIN Wonderful!
Or even just build a loft bed against the wall. That you could walk under!
Whew, seems like a long trek back to the cabin....
It's a bit of a hike! Next year we will have a snowmobile. In the summer we can get much closer to the cabin, about a half mile.
Do you cut birch for firewood and use the bark as kindling?
Maybe I asked that already, I dunno.
Five cords?! Holy ....!
Yes I do! I burn probably 90 percent pine because that's mostly what I have. I do have some birch but I try to keep as many of them as I can because there isn't a whole lot of them.
Okay, you know your forest. It just seems like, from your video, that there was a substantial number of mature birch trees, some very close together that could stand culling.
Hardwood: less creosote clean up on your chimney.
I do a lot of firewood splitting, on large downed black and white oak log rounds, so big I have to use a log peavey and log hook to move them.
@@rayw3332 that's awesome! I wish I had some oak around here. Pine burns really fast.
Awesome cabin and adorable dog did he drink water!
That heater heats your cabin really good! How about the bear population in your area. Do you think this Spring bears may come a prowling? I think it is good that you have Skeeter to check out the trail ahead of y'all. Have a Blessed Evening Friends! Justin
There are a lot of bears around here. I need to get going on some bear shutters for the windows. With the warmer temps I wouldn't be surprised if one came around soon. It is nice that Skeeter goes up ahead and scopes things out for us. Thank you for watching!
Very cool bird dog there...is it a springer spaniel?
I always try to get ahead of the wood yet it NEVER seems to happen haha. Too many other projects in the summer, or fall or winter! Gah. And is chaga the new rage? All of a sudden I see it everywhere. Anyways, good to see you guys back at the cabin! And the close ups of Skeeter👌😅
Haha it must be the new rage. I see stuff about it everywhere too now!
Hi guys
Short brooms are the worst! They make you feel like troll when you're all bent over and sweeping.
Watch Skeeter with those Wolves around.
Gertrude Amen. My brother’s young St. Bernard was coaxed out to a field at my mom’s farm where he was killed by wolves. It happens!
Once the sensor is found from skeeter, put sensor up high where skeeter won’t get it again and spell a big ass problems
Kyle.. What is cabin size? 250-300 Sq ft? It's about the right size for you. Dick Proenneke was approx 150 ft. 10x15 approx
It is 192 sq ft. 12*16. When the snow makes it's way out of here I am adding an 8*12 bedroom and closet out the back.
RoryVanucchi I love watching that show on PBS!
@@allysonloper2777 Dick Preonneke is the reason I built and live in a log cabin!
@@allysonloper2777 I saddle notched the logs the same way he did. Except I used a chainsaw so I'm not as cool.
@@KYLESCABIN yes he's a bigtime inspiration. What he did on his own with no power or communication is stuff of legend. Carved his own tools and hardware. Mad Trapper another legend on the amount of time he survived.
I always found it hard to walk in snow shoes
Yeah they take a little getting used to! Its definitely a challenge to walk backwards. I go to take a step backwards and wipeout every once in awhile haha
A snowmobile would b great don’t u think? Something to look forward to for the future when u r rich and famous from ur u tube channel.
How do you grind the Chaga?
Ever thought of using a snowmobil for that long trek in
Many times lol. Next year we will have one.
Why can't you park near the cabin? I just love you guys.
It doesn't look like it but the road we walk in on has well over 2 ft of snow on it. Snowmobilers go down the road every once in awhile which is nice because it packs down the road for easy hiking. I wouldn't make it very far with my vehicle, and if I did I absolutely do not want to get stuck back here. Youd be stuck until spring! Lol. We just park where the road is plowed to and park and hike in. It's about a 3 mile hike. Next year we are definitely getting a snowmobile. In the summer we can get much closer to the cabin. Thanks for watching, I'm glad you like the videos.
@@KYLESCABIN Ok I was just wondering. you're doing the right thing.
Boy Kyle your a worker,your girlfriend is lucky to have you,but I bet she knows that already,God bless both of you and skeeter too.
What's a good gopro to get
Hi Kyle, Cierra and Skeeter, I just noticed all the black spots on Skeeter. I have a Karelian Bear dog who is loaded with black spots so, I named him Spots. He is like your dog, follows me around and constantly wanting to give kisses. I like where the futon is now as well. One thing about small cabins, you don't want to much in there. It gets smaller. Any plans for that corner?
It's fun having a little friend around! It is nice having a small space. We both dont like clutter so we try our best to keep it as simple as possible. I would like a lazy boy recliner though haha but we will see. We are going to take that island counter out of here and I will probably use it as a workbench. We aren't sure what to have in the corner but I'm sure we will find something. We are trying to come up with ideas on how to make use of all the space but keeping it simple. If you have any ideas let us know! I was telling Cierra about your steel garbage can suggestion for by the stove. We both agree that would help a lot. I forgot to pick one up while I was in town.
@@KYLESCABIN having stable to eat on is a nice idea but, you good build a table that folds down and up for room and buy a couple of folding chairs which you can put under the futon or hang on the wall somewhere.
Hi, what does Cierra do all day,
What is the distance from the cabin to the car ?
The road (if you want to call it that, it's more of an ATV trail) is plowed by a guy about 3 miles from us. In the summer we can get about a half mile from the cabin.
?does Skeeter have a jacket for the cold?
Maria Otero I’m sure u have a good heart. I live in MN and our outdoor dogs all grow layers of hair to keep them cozy warm (and they can come inside when it’s cold; they sleep in barns, sheds, doghouses and most today sleep in the house. Although, having a doggie jacket (and booties) available could be nice. Most dogs I know hate booties and they rarely last more than a few days. Some people I know keep their dogs inside 90% of the time, I feel sorry for them. Skeeter looks so carefree, healthy and happy in these videos.
Oh dear...I must really be in a rambling mood tonight.
Hey dude, what breed is Skeeter?
How do you upload your videos? I'm wondering this because I just uploaded an 11min video and it took me 18hrs and took up 4gb of cell usage. I'm really enjoying your channel! Thanks for the great videos!
We have unlimited data and use a hotspot which helps. It still takes me a really long time to upload a video. And sometimes it restarts or gets too 99% and doesn't work. It can be really frustrating. I try my best to time it for if we make a trip to town. The I'll go to a the library or coffee shop and use wifi. But we hardly ever go to town during the winter because of the long hike. In the summer we are in town more.
Thank you sir!! Keep up the good work!!
WATCH SKEETER. WOLVES ARE CLOSE BY.
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Are you and Kyle married ? Love your videos.
What part of the U.S. are you?
Minnesota
I started following you only recently. Are ya'll married? Do you plan on having kids and living off grid in the future too? It would be challenging but awesome.
I'am supprised you have not picked up a Snowmobile to help transport things to the cabin.
It is definitely on the list for next year!
How many acres do you have?
40. But its surrounded for miles on all sides by national forest. Endless land to hike and hunt.
Is Skeeter an American Brittney?
Kyle can you take off your beanie or hat for a video?
I have some Chaga from a friend in Alaska. She cuts hers up in little 1 inch pieces. As long as that piece makes the tea dark it's still good. I let mine dry on a spoon. I've been using the same 1 inch piece for about a month now. I make about 16 oz at a time. It's really good for you. Warning: It can stain your teeth.
Yeah I havent used it much but I know a little bit lasts a long time! I'll have to try that method.
I'm hearing SO much about chaga lately, so weird! It sounds disgusting haha.
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Look like Skeeter didn’t like you getting close to his bone
Why do you have to wolk that far. Why dont you drive your pickup there. Clear road.
why not buy a used snowmobile? Makes the trek obsolete.
Am I first?
You are the winner!
@@KYLESCABIN Thankyouverymuch!
Women drivers…am I right….LOL