THE START OF CLEARING OUR 8 ACRES OF ABANDONED RAINFOREST PROPERTY

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  • @MadMarv.
    @MadMarv. Рік тому +207

    Are you surprised at how many views your getting homesteading the jungle? We're enjoying it a lot. Thanks for bringing us along on the journey.

  • @sharonroconnellandcritters
    @sharonroconnellandcritters 3 місяці тому

    Love seeing the kitties! Thank you for rescuing them!!!

  • @missdorado21
    @missdorado21 Рік тому +73

    You guys need to bump this channel up to two videos a week for now. This is way more interesting than sailing. Good job!

    • @grumpyjohntxredneckrc6346
      @grumpyjohntxredneckrc6346 Рік тому +3

      I Most Definitely Agree!!! 👍👍😁😎

    • @missdorado21
      @missdorado21 Рік тому +1

      Don’t watch!

    • @wing-it7596
      @wing-it7596 Рік тому +1

      @@My_Fair_Lady Their is a lot of sailing channels you can move to.

    • @glow1815
      @glow1815 Рік тому +1

      Totally agreed. I came across their videos on their transitioning to homesteading two weeks ago. No idea with their sailing adventure videos lol. I'm sticking with this.

    • @SailingGoodBadandUgly
      @SailingGoodBadandUgly  Рік тому +29

      We tried doing five vids a month for all of 2022 and it almost killed us😂😅 we do everything in house so once a week is our max. It means alot to us that u like them

  • @riverakers
    @riverakers 11 місяців тому

    With 8 acres in this tropical rainforest,the potential is out of this world!

  • @dennispatrick4999
    @dennispatrick4999 Рік тому +8

    Your Backhoe Operator is a Legend.

  • @enhunter82
    @enhunter82 Рік тому +1

    Those chick's are too darn cute!! Cannot wait to watch them grow!

  • @47714
    @47714 Рік тому +3

    Your UA-cam channel went from good to GREAT! Congratulations!!

  • @rodgerslape
    @rodgerslape Рік тому

    Congratulations on your new family. You're doing a great job. Keep up the good work.

  • @Steve-ec6ed
    @Steve-ec6ed Рік тому +9

    You should plant some of that devil's lettuce in the garden for when pops comes to visit😉🤙

  • @mandmmilling3716
    @mandmmilling3716 Рік тому +1

    You guys should look into building a shipping container house, especially with the hurricanes.

  • @CharleyGeorge
    @CharleyGeorge Рік тому +14

    Goats eat anything and you can rent them out to clear out properties like yours. We had a really famous case of renting goats here. There was this very historic cemetery that got over ran by poison ivy and other really hard to get rid of pesky plant. They didn't want to go through and rip out all the old rose bushes or trees and such. So they rented goats and they ate their way into clearing everything they wanted gone. It worked like a charm and the goats got to eat tons oh stuff.

  • @rayb3117
    @rayb3117 Рік тому

    I hope this comes to fruition Matt & Kristen. Thats a great piece of heaven you guys have as well.

  • @elmarco777
    @elmarco777 Рік тому +22

    As someone who has built a house in a jungle you need to get loads of gravel on your road as soon as possible. you will need to be putting it down a few time over the next few years. other wise when it rains you won't be able to do any work. it will be to muddy. I have the same red soil and as someone from Canada, it will be slippery than ice. Also if the road is a hill you need to crown the road so that the rain water doesn't run down the road but off to the side. this will stop large ruts from forming.

    • @nunya___
      @nunya___ Рік тому +4

      Yes and start with large stone. Mix in smaller.

    • @elmarco777
      @elmarco777 Рік тому +4

      I'm not sure what country they are in but here in Costa Rica there is not the rock like we can get in north america. they mine the rocks out of the rivers. We have to take care of the road ourselves. we didn't use big rock but it is important direct the water to stop erosion. we lined the road with cement half pipes. that makes all the difference.

    • @nunya___
      @nunya___ Рік тому +2

      @@elmarco777 Historically, many costal towns in the US used oyster, clam shells and sand.

  • @teds8747
    @teds8747 Рік тому +1

    That red soil would be perfect for potatoes and carrots! Getting chicken Hatch rate over 50% is a success! I have 3 of 9 tweeting in my office right now.

  • @engineeringconsulting5534
    @engineeringconsulting5534 Рік тому +15

    Matt,
    Get you a used 55 gallon drum; and burn your wood waste in it. After burning take the ache and layer them over your garden patch. Then work it in with a rack. This will add potassium to your soil; an ingredient in fertilizer. Also, you have chickens; scrape up the chicken crap and add it to the soil in the same manner as the ash. This will add nitrogen another component of fertilizer. You have all that you need to fertilize your garden patch.
    The way my mother taught me to plant is as follows. Always, add three seeds to each hole: one for the earth, one to harvest, and one for the LORD. The best on y'all's new venture.
    Cheers and Blue Skies.
    Faithfully,
    James

    • @engineeringconsulting5534
      @engineeringconsulting5534 Рік тому +4

      OK. Early morning spelling isn't great, evidently...ha... That was supposed to be ash not ache, but maybe you can spread out the ache as well...ha...

    • @mikemoxley9477
      @mikemoxley9477 Рік тому

      @@engineeringconsulting5534 be nice

    • @kevio6868
      @kevio6868 Рік тому +1

      awesome!

    • @danielarmstrong1380
      @danielarmstrong1380 11 місяців тому

      Better yet - google biochar

  • @lilfaded247
    @lilfaded247 11 місяців тому

    The best part of this adventure is learning as you go.

  • @gregdyer7227
    @gregdyer7227 Рік тому +24

    It's looking good. Getting a tractor with a bucket and bushhog is a must. A small 4x4 tractor would be all you need. Without the tractor you will spend all your time trying to keep the area from growing up.

  • @bakkenta1
    @bakkenta1 11 місяців тому

    Looks like you’re almost at 200K. I think this’ll be more popular than the sailing videos.👏

  • @marciahutchinson9444
    @marciahutchinson9444 Рік тому +13

    You need to collect the guavas and make some jelly, you can Google to find out how to do it. You also need to cut the dry leaves from the banana trees. Whenever the banana is full you need to cut the entire tree down, don't cut off the fruit and leave the tree standing. The almond can be eaten when they are ripe, they will turn yellow or redistributed when ripe.

  • @michelebushnik2874
    @michelebushnik2874 11 місяців тому

    Oh my oh my what glorious rich land you have!❤❤ This is getting exciting!! The baby chicks are too adorable❤ She's a good mama! And the kittens are hilarious! So stinking cute! You two are in paradise❤❤

  • @joellynparks7805
    @joellynparks7805 Рік тому +6

    Definitely my new favorite Sunday YT channel

  • @richardcooper4206
    @richardcooper4206 Рік тому +1

    I miss the boating content but all the best wishes to you both.

  • @Chris-zo5ze
    @Chris-zo5ze Рік тому +6

    @15:45 It would be cool to get an aerial shot like this, but outline your property border to give us an idea of what's yours.

  • @zzzxxzzz3248
    @zzzxxzzz3248 Рік тому +1

    Those cats when they get bigger , will love snacking on the baby chickens !

  • @sailingwanderlust22
    @sailingwanderlust22 Рік тому +6

    We always put a string down the middle of where we plant the seeds tied to a piece of rebar or stick on both ends. This year I also labeled what was planted at end of row with the seed packet.

  • @Bduh2
    @Bduh2 Рік тому +1

    Great progress! Somehow I just can't shake the idea of getting Pete Nelson of Treehouse Masters there but then hurricane season came to mind, never mind.

  • @nickmail7604
    @nickmail7604 Рік тому +8

    "The jungle will heal itself", you will soon be finding out just how quickly that happens! As long as you live there your primary task (once your house and infrastructure are completed) will be trying to stop the jungle from claiming your land back.

  • @serenecandle
    @serenecandle Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful episode!!!

  • @dcmflydude6320
    @dcmflydude6320 Рік тому +3

    We have 6 acres and one of the best tools we bought was an ATV with the little dump bed on back.

  • @harpomorris1909
    @harpomorris1909 Рік тому

    Beautiful land and gorgeous rocky creek, you have a piece of paradise there!

  • @a.s.clifton544
    @a.s.clifton544 Рік тому +9

    Clearing limits are the most important task to keep all you can and see what you want to see. If the “pasture” drains well and doesn’t stay under water for weeks at a time, plant a clover. Just about any clover will spread fast, choke out weeds, and work to keep erosion to a minimum. The homestead is looking good. Bamboo, bamboo, bamboo.

  • @wallywombat164
    @wallywombat164 Рік тому +2

    I turned on my Tablet this morning and the first pop up was you pair. As a result, it's gonna be a great day. Property is starting to look like a plantation. ❤❤❤❤

  • @80884bpresley
    @80884bpresley Рік тому +9

    Awesome video guys!!! Looking great!! Congrats on all the babies!!!!

  • @Regencyexpress1769
    @Regencyexpress1769 Рік тому

    Perfect , it’s nice to see you getting to assess the landscape. I definitely think horses 🐎 are on the cards . You already have the boots 🥾

  • @thomasthornton5737
    @thomasthornton5737 Рік тому +4

    😃👍👍👍❤ Congrats for the new baby chicks. Thanks for another great video. 200K subscribers very soon! Bye from Seattle, WA.

    • @stevemazz3121
      @stevemazz3121 Рік тому

      Chicks, I believe those are puffs or poofs… from Tacoma, WA here

  • @gregoryfietz3831
    @gregoryfietz3831 Рік тому

    Great machine operater driver ! He gets an amazing amount done with a relatively small scoop blade . Impressive .

  • @Tattoo2021
    @Tattoo2021 Рік тому +6

    Your wife’s choice of music truly makes the videos seem so warm and heartfelt. All part of the little things that make a great UA-camr stand out , great drone shots, great commentary , fab music in background and high quality resolution. All of this with your two personalities draw the viewer in. An interesting adventure your life has taken you on Kudos from canada

  • @randalltheuekauf6043
    @randalltheuekauf6043 Рік тому +1

    ❤ You guys excited to see whrts next God bless you both, prayers for wisdom for success 🌈🙏😍🇦🇺🇺🇸

  • @stuartofJax
    @stuartofJax Рік тому +3

    Absolutely the right move in hiring someone with the equipment to do that clearing. Not that Larry Laminate couldn’t do it but your time is better utilized with planning the layout. You can’t plan when your stuck in the weeds.

  • @SuperTruthSeeker4U
    @SuperTruthSeeker4U 11 місяців тому

    I’m so excited about your little jungle, paradise, and all the things you are doing to transform it into a garden spot at home. I love all the good advice that people are giving you like get a tractor. You need some goats plant clover in your field to stop erosion and be sure to do drainage pipes around your house when you build.

  • @bretc970
    @bretc970 Рік тому +3

    Good luck with the almonds. Damn birds know EXACTLY when to strip your tree bare!!!!

  • @krispress7824
    @krispress7824 Рік тому +1

    Cool to see cleared land. I was worried you be living up by the street after first video. Happy only cleared what you need

  • @cristinavesbach9612
    @cristinavesbach9612 Рік тому +4

    That is amazing about the chix! I can't believe how many hatched. I said eat those eggs when she first started laying for you. I stand corrected.

  • @Robert-z9t8f
    @Robert-z9t8f Рік тому

    Can't wait to see what type of home you're building!
    I've always loved the "Swiss family Disney tree house" idea of living

  • @dannyparrish724
    @dannyparrish724 Рік тому +10

    Put a tractor/backhoe on your wish list. As your farm grows you will realize how practical and useful the equipment will be. Only have five acres in central New York but I use it daily for one chore or another. 👍

    • @SailingGoodBadandUgly
      @SailingGoodBadandUgly  Рік тому +7

      They're so expensive!! Ima jus get a mule

    • @kevio6868
      @kevio6868 Рік тому +1

      Are you in Parish NY?

    • @geraldmiller6679
      @geraldmiller6679 Рік тому +1

      First he needs a professional to do most of the clearing. Tractors are really useful but also expensive. I also use mine daily, but he is not ready for one!

    • @dannyparrish724
      @dannyparrish724 Рік тому +1

      @@kevio6868 Actually was born there. Live in Lysander for the past 30 yrs.

    • @dannyparrish724
      @dannyparrish724 Рік тому +3

      @@geraldmiller6679 Totally agree. He has youth & health going for him now. Age tends to create the need for machinery. lol

  • @CarlosCruz-ll5ez
    @CarlosCruz-ll5ez 11 місяців тому

    Man you guys are living an amazing life in all that beautiful land, can’t wait to see your home bieng built on that land in the near future!

  • @Philc231
    @Philc231 Рік тому +26

    Remember if you clear most of everything,it’s going to grow back very fast. Careful of exotic biting bugs . Snakes etc . I do miss your sailing adventures .

  • @willrogers1023
    @willrogers1023 Рік тому +1

    Please extend your building pad 5'-0" beyond the building foundation on all sides. Building pad is the earth work, soil, foundation prep. If you include side walks, porches attached/detached garages, out buildings then include that then add 5ft.

  • @tomclause9555
    @tomclause9555 Рік тому +7

    When you guys stopped sailing, i thought i would lose interest. I now enjoy your vids even more much to my surprise. Your doing what I wish I could. Keep on keeping on!!

  • @dennisd6527
    @dennisd6527 11 місяців тому

    more progress each week . the most important thing is you're having fun. Little by little , you'll get it done. Love the baby chicks. I guess the hardest thing with chickens is keeping the varmits away.

  • @hatterassportmechanic5621
    @hatterassportmechanic5621 Рік тому +22

    Good morning g b u family,it’s great to see these two people every week,be careful and have fun with this,great job kids.

  • @auroraRealms
    @auroraRealms Рік тому +1

    We rented a garden. And we put a bunch of compost and dirt in the garden bed. And then I covered it with a bunch of mulch. For a while after that I though "what did I do, I killed everything and nothing is growing". Then, at some point the plants started pushing through the mulch. A few weeks later that garden was growing non stop. Pretty much a harvest every few days. I think it was mostly mint. It was growing strong until the City came and took the garden back, and put a big cement train station in its place. Leave it to city planners to cement and pave over everything. One of the other gardeners (with two bright green thumbs) told me the wisest think I heard about gardening. "It is a process.There is a process of the plants breaking down into nutrients, and there is a proccess of the plants growing. The garden is always in various stages between those two."

  • @goofsaddggkle7351
    @goofsaddggkle7351 Рік тому +7

    The thing that gives me hope you may survive this new chapter of your life is your ability to get along and learn from the locals. Will be interesting to see the learning process along the way.

  • @claybornlewis276
    @claybornlewis276 Рік тому +1

    Now that you have opened it up you can see The true beauty of that pc of land you have it's absolutely Breathtaking

  • @qflower4982
    @qflower4982 Рік тому +24

    So cool that you are being aware and concern about your impact on the land.

    • @SailingGoodBadandUgly
      @SailingGoodBadandUgly  Рік тому +2

      It was crazy, we left the majority untouched but still it's amazing to see what an immediate impact u can have

  • @moneyliinkk
    @moneyliinkk Рік тому

    I gotta say, im fairly a new subscriber but now im emotionally involved with Roxanes babys ❤

  • @loisphillips5826
    @loisphillips5826 Рік тому +20

    Great video. Beautiful property you have. Enjoying watching you clear the land. Such cute little peeps, Thanks for sharing,

  • @user-ki3dj9pu9y
    @user-ki3dj9pu9y 10 місяців тому

    I would def recommend David the good's channel to get you growing. He even had a spot in the jungle similar to you guys at one point

  • @gflores7018
    @gflores7018 Рік тому +5

    Congrats on the little peeps
    It looks good on the land
    Thank you for the video

  • @craigculver3039
    @craigculver3039 Рік тому

    Good on you for respecting the land and integrating instead of conquering. Respect! We have a sailboat in Puerto Real and look forward to our return in a month. It would be awesome to run into you! If you ever see S/V Juwannago PLEASE come say hi!

  • @jastark22181
    @jastark22181 Рік тому +7

    No way! Those were Bristle nose Plecos in the stream! I breed them here in Michigan. I didn't realize they were in such fast moving water.... I guess I could give them more flow in their tanks

  • @donnawarmouth9329
    @donnawarmouth9329 11 місяців тому +2

    Matt you need a EMU or Ostrich for sure
    I love seeing how excited you two get over your new way of life!!!

  • @UserConn
    @UserConn Рік тому +18

    This is awesome! My family is moving to a New 20 acre Farm in November. I plan on documenting our experience.

  • @timmaxim2120
    @timmaxim2120 Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful place!!

  • @BarryBrowning
    @BarryBrowning Рік тому +8

    Hey Matt and Kristen 👋. Your little piece of heaven on earth is really shaping up. Quite a bit done since last week. Thanks for sharing. Y'all take care, be safe. See ya next week.

  • @mysuperchargedv8
    @mysuperchargedv8 11 місяців тому +1

    Matt i really was looking forward to you operating the big dog machine

  • @rbnhood39
    @rbnhood39 Рік тому +5

    The video just started and I’m in at 168 already. Green Acres is the place to be.

  • @davep6977
    @davep6977 Рік тому +1

    You're doing good. Some culling is good.

  • @kevinclasher3160
    @kevinclasher3160 Рік тому +5

    3:00 what i would of done is sow the seeds in pots to a certain size before planting them in the field.

  • @stevestanford6386
    @stevestanford6386 Рік тому +2

    Soil conservation will pay big rewards going forward. Nothing worse than clearing out a section and have it wash away. A rolling chicken coop will make life easier in the the long run for you and the chickens.

  • @johngab4983
    @johngab4983 Рік тому +1

    I think the backhoe guy knows what he’s doing
    Keep up the good work

  • @lisa.fernandez
    @lisa.fernandez Рік тому +3

    Loved Fern Gully! You guys a perfect forest keepers💚💚💚

  • @عبدول-ع5ك
    @عبدول-ع5ك 11 місяців тому

    great start ...... hope the rain and cold doesn't stop you 🖐🖐

  • @BOAExplore
    @BOAExplore Рік тому +7

    I hired a forestry mulcher to clear 3 acres in the center of my 7 acres... Only took one day. Love what yall are doing with your land. Can't wait to see the house build. I'm planning to use 40 ft shipping containers x3.

  • @donaldmackinnon5779
    @donaldmackinnon5779 8 місяців тому

    Looks great, you have a great outlook and your digger driver done a great job. Well done to you all🎉🎉🎉

  • @CemeteryShop-yg6gi
    @CemeteryShop-yg6gi Рік тому +40

    What a great new adventure you’re having! It’s very heart warming to see so many little critters becoming a part of your new homestead. I was glad to see the backhoe guy was doing a great job, and listening to you as he went along. I’ve learned the most important person on a backhoe crew is the guy on the ground. Congratulations on making a smooth transition from full time sailing to homesteading! It would seem that your success with UA-cam videos was always more about who you are, not just about sailing. Happy Sunday Matt and Kristen!

  • @getinthespace7715
    @getinthespace7715 Рік тому

    I love watching ya'll developing this beautiful homestead.
    Very cool. Awesome Adventure.
    New subscriber. 🙂

  • @DonFarmer-hq5sw
    @DonFarmer-hq5sw Рік тому +3

    I’m so much happier to watch the videos now that you are on the land. 😊.

  • @drkmn3112
    @drkmn3112 Рік тому +1

    You guys should consider building a stilt house, it's will more suitable for the jungle area

  • @johngafford1302
    @johngafford1302 Рік тому +8

    Wow! Look how your channel has grown! Love watching your “jungle adventure” journey. 👏👏👍

  • @GBLahLah
    @GBLahLah Рік тому

    I just had my land stolen in Belize. A year of trauma so I’m watching you guys with a tad of sadness as your journey was stolen from me. To make matters worse I hit the thief in a self defence situation and I ended up in jail then was brutally treated by the police. So, well done you two!

  • @lancehites6697
    @lancehites6697 Рік тому +14

    Great entertainment for me! Being a retired farmer, you are doing just fine. I observe what comes up in the row as it grows. Out side the row would be something else. Won’t be long and you will know. Love your videos!

  • @sharethelove5034
    @sharethelove5034 Рік тому +1

    I’m here for the journey ❤

  • @frankveronese1290
    @frankveronese1290 Рік тому +16

    Love the way you think about the environment and living things before clearing.
    Great job!

  • @Chris-the-likeable
    @Chris-the-likeable Рік тому

    Keep the shells slightly moist with a light spray otherwise there is no chance for the little ones to get out without help. Best of luck with the chicks.

  • @CLCIII
    @CLCIII Рік тому +3

    Starting your garden in starter pots makes everything easier, especially with the small scale that you are doing it on. That way you KNOW what you are planting. Than plant them when 3-5 inches tall chicken wire cage around to protect them from animals wanting to eat them. Hope this helps. As Always, May God Bless you and yours! 😇

  • @goldenacres3269
    @goldenacres3269 Рік тому +1

    You could take inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright's Falling Waters house when you plan your build. Nice job. Plant some avocados and a bilimbi.

  • @5ringsaudits
    @5ringsaudits Рік тому +4

    Kristan, I don’t know if it’s because you’re not living in a washing machine anymore but this was by far your best editing in YEARS! Pat yourself on the back, I know how much time it takes to do this and you got skills woman…congrats on the new property. You have your own lil slice of paradise there AND still have the boat.

  • @wildlife3933
    @wildlife3933 11 місяців тому

    I grew up in the PR, loved the rainforest and all the wild fruits

  • @wallyklw5
    @wallyklw5 Рік тому +3

    He is a skilled machine operator

  • @RealGenX
    @RealGenX Рік тому

    Looks awesome! Time for a small Bobcat so u can shape the land yourself as needed. That is a beautiful piece of land congratulations

  • @go2joe
    @go2joe Рік тому +3

    Hey guys, been watching you for years and look forward to Sunday mornings when your new vids come out to see what you've been up to. Not trying to be bossy but be careful on how much land you clear down to dirt all at once as it will become a giant mud hole if not careful. Just a suggestion but the grassy areas could be brush hogged with a tractor and rotary mower which would knock the big stuff down but keep the roots and grass to hold the soil together. Be safe, love you guys!

  • @ericstefko4852
    @ericstefko4852 Рік тому +2

    you guys are great people for taking care of those kittens, your kindness is one of the reason I watch your channel

  • @Mr-MH227
    @Mr-MH227 Рік тому +9

    Always followed the sailing videos and now even more excited to watch the land version 👍🏻

  • @cwwiss1
    @cwwiss1 Рік тому +7

    I did wander about the mosquito's . Great news to hear the bats are eating them all . I'm really excited to see where you take us with this guys. Good Luck.

  • @ragnorremix8426
    @ragnorremix8426 Рік тому +2

    This jungle content is fascinating, even better than the sailing imo

  • @georgevangordon9728
    @georgevangordon9728 Рік тому +49

    It’s very uncommon that all eggs hatch. 90% hatch rate is pretty good if the eggs don’t hatch after 23 days they aren’t going to

  • @rayeccles9922
    @rayeccles9922 11 місяців тому

    You have made a great jump,you have a lot to learn but that is the best growth for life! Loving the new vibe,I’ll be watching!

  • @DiZZoLabs
    @DiZZoLabs Рік тому +16

    The episode I’ve been waiting for!! Happy to see some equipment there. I was worried for you Matt. 💪🏻

  • @perfectweather
    @perfectweather 11 місяців тому +1

    With the chickens crush the food down into small pieces so the babies can eat easier. And put electrolytes in their water they have a much better chance of surviving. You can buy it in little packages or you can use Gatorade. If the water dish is more then two inches deep put marbles or stones in the water bowl so the chicks don't drown. Have fun with the chickens they are so cute