My Wife & I Clear the New Off Grid Log Cabin Site | Workshop Build
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2025
- My wife helps me trim branches and cut trees to clear a spot for our new off-grid log cabin overlooking a stream and beaver meadow in the wilderness. On the off grid workshop, I add ash bark and live edge aspen boards to the front gable and frame the front door.
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Seeing you close the window shutters, front door, and then pause before walking off made me cry. Then you showed Cali rolling in the snow to make me happy again. This is such an emotional rollercoaster for me. But I am excited and happily anticipating the new build. You really made us feel we were there with you, every step of the way. That's OUR beaver meadow we're leaving behind...but life goes on. Thank you for sharing your life and beautiful surroundings, it's truly a blessing for unsettled times in the US.
I agree Theresa. Sad. It was like I was moving myself.
My feelings also.
I feel the same way it has to be one of the saddest things I've seen on utube and a lot of it Not all but a lot of it has to do with one person and that infuriates me to no end !!!!
It's like finishing a great chapter in a book and starting on another one... it's exciting at the same time
So true.
Awe, that was sweet of Cali trying to help dig out the bark. This channel has helped more folks mentally than you will ever know I would dare to say.
1:04 -- OMG, so sweet!!! Wonderful Cali.
Yes, I agree!
Although I find your videos very meditative, I very much "look forward" to watching your doggie in action. Thank you very much for sharing on UA-cam!
Wooley count me as one those helped.
Me too.
Shawn, thank you once again for helping all of us live vicariously through you. I’m sure I am not alone when I say I look forward to seeing you post your next video. You never let us down with the content you post. Glad to see your wife was with you today helping and just being with you. What a wonderful and extremely supportive women she must be. Thank you for your dedication to your channels. Be safe!!!
1000000000%
Yes Shawn's videos helped us through this dark time in our lives.
Glad to see Kali leading the way..
Really hated hearing that you had to move. However, I'm glad that you are not giving up and taking us along with you on this new journey. You are an inspiration!
The only thing is, he didn't move! LOL
@@deirdrepasko9965 why did he start again?
I was very upset like everyone else. How nasty 🤢 people can really be. If that nasty man didn’t like it why did he move!!! JEALOUSY, ENVY!!! Do unto others as you would want them to do to you.” Nasty neighbor your turn is coming while our friend here will come out on top as he already is!
Talesfromthecrypto I also was wondering why he had to move and leave already built cabin ? Still no info abt this found
@@deirdrepasko9965 He has moved. He is a long way from the cabin.
I watched the first cabin build, now I watch the second. Your amazing.
Hard times for the world and hard work for the James’s. I think the hard work wins, hands down. Take solace in the fact that your first cabin will hold a very special place in the hearts of so many around the world, as it does in mine. Sooo happy to see your better half with you for help, love and support. Please give lots of hugs to Cali, great to see her as good as new again. 🦮
Second cabin, he built a cabin in his youth. This next build is hos third lol
Really happy for you Shawn that your wife is there with you for company and lovely to see her, albeit from a distance, helping you with the start of your new cabin. The scenery and the music at the end was so beautiful. You certainly get it right when you combine the two. Sending best wishes to you both from the UK.
Wherever you go, I’ll continue following you because you are an Inspiration person, don’t give up, people are always following you.! And by the way, forgot to said, I love your beautiful dog, she’s beautiful.!🙏☀️🌻🐱
I’m sorry you had to move because of encroachment of neighbors. I love the videos. I look forward to everyone. The scenery snd music is my stress reliever. Be safe sir. God bless....
I had the same problem a few years ago with a few neighbours that where family and friends of one this one person. We all lived in a small neighbourhood of 22 houses. I ended up selling my home they where all renting of this one landlord. I moved and I am a lot happier with not having to deal with them anymore. Terrible that people are allowed to behave in this manner.
May I please ask what video does Shawn talk about neighbors being close by? I definitely missed that one and would like to watch it please and thank you!
@@relentless3735 There's a video named "I'm moving" and one named "Why I'm moving" Click on his logo to go to his youtube page.
@@njanderson4342 Ok will do. Thank you very much and I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
What was that saying I read somewhere? That a man knew it was time to move when he could see the smoke from his neighbor's chimney... I read that somewhere about American Pioneers.
So yes, that footage following 30:00; Beautiful, n stunning peace - the, Lao Tzu fit perfectly with that end piece. You are quite a fortunate man. Right there, that's what I get out of your videos, that right there. Thanks
I'm always amazed by how much you accomplish using rudimentary hand tools. You're an inspiration to us all.
Shawn reminds me a lot of my dad who built our house with his own hands when I was very young.
Shaun James you are an awesome person . Your wife is to hope all goes well
. Ennjoy your videos. Give vali a hug such a sweet dog.
You are blessed to have family that share your journey.
Be well, be safe, and take good care.
Another beautiful video. It must be hard to walk around in all that deep snow. I love that the spring doesnt freeze and its babbling adds its own music to the forest sounds.
The workshop is coming along and it will be a good place to camp in whilst building the cabin.
It was lovely to see your wife in the forest too.
Your videos are my mind therapy! Thank you for sharing!!!
@My Self Reliance my heart is doubly joyful 1) to see your lovely wife at your side again... not sure why that is so important to me but am none the less, blessed everytime she makes an appearance, and 2) what an exquisite part of Gods beautiful earth you own. To escape here with you, away from the insanity of the world, even if only for a half hour or so, is an incredible blessing. THANKYOU SO VERY MUCH for inviting us to join your journey back into a time when life was hard work but oh so rewarding.👏👏🤗💞🙏 Blessings from Down Under 👏👏🙏💞
I've been watching your channel from 2017/18, and I enjoyed when every Friday, regular as clock work, I would watch you build your beautiful log cabin, especially when the snow was on the ground, while I am on my patio looking out on the Caribbean Sea and say to myself: "God is good".
I have the utmost respect and admiration for you.
We all look forward to you building a another beautiful log cabin.
Wonderful vid as always. Glad to see the beginnings of cabin site. Sad to see you close up the cabin and know that in many ways that’s Cali’s first home & she must wonder why the fire isn’t lit & breakfast isn’t on the stove. And she’s happy to be with you no matter where you are. Excited for this next phase.
I lost a friend to covid today. Been dwelling on it all day. I rarely drink but a glass of wine and this video have had a calming effect.
Only me. I send my condolences to you. Let the grief come out, and soon you will feel very much better. 🥰
Wonderful to see you both working together and all the nature around you. Also great to see Cali keeping a watchful eye on you, she inspects everything and certainly loves the snow as much as the water. Another beautiful Video. May God Bless and Keep you in your work. Oh, I forgot the Workshop is looking very Grand.
I get so involved watching your new homestead coming to pass! I live in a little house in North Carolina, USA. I am retired and do not get out much, so I escape into your videos. God bless you and your dear family. I do so love Callie, she makes me smile!
I loved it when you were pulling the sled with the bark and decided to stop and take a quick break! Awesome, we all need to just stop sometimes and take a break!
My dad introduced us to your channel. My husband and I have been watching u now religiously. My husband works in the oil business and as u may know things have gotten crazy. With COVID restrictions etc etc. So we have had lots of time off to watch. U have been educational and very enjoyable to us. Thank u for sharing your journey. God bless u and your family. Cali too. ❤️ We love Cali!
Sweet Callie healed up well!
Your strength for hard work really impresses me! And that doggie playing happily in the snow fills me with so much love.
WOW, a good days work, sure it is more than a day but the reward, in the end, is all that matters. You sure show how life should really be. Thank you.
it's all about the journey.
It's been awhile since I last seen you. I can't wait to see your new estate. I'm glade that Callie is back. You are the greatest builder that I'd have ever seen.
May God bless you always.
I hope you will keep that Giant Pine appearing for few times yet !! Thanks for this moment of beauty Shawn,
this slow motion snow falling combined with a little altitude and music, makes it !!
Your days seem to be so productive, always.
The music is so well selected.
All is so well arranged...
Nature is so magnificient.
Thanks again. Brilliant end 💫
My dog whines and barks and "talks" to Cali every time she is on. No other dog on the internet, just Cali. What a beautiful country we live in. Thank you for these great videos, all the best.
There are actually several dog blogs on you tube... K'yush the stunt dog comes to mind. I think he and Cali would be FANTASTIC friends.
I am full of amazement watching your artistic side unfold. You are the epitome of a self made man, living life your way. Bountiful blessings and good thoughts coming your way sir. 👍🙏♥️
Wonderful way to start today, with Shawn and Cali wanting to be there to give a helping hand if needed in that beautiful place ❤️ Have a great day ❤️
Good to see the help.. You guys should build a picnic table and bring out porridge in the mornings and extra bowls. Be sure to always have a little peanut butter and maybe candy cane. You will have the deer eating with you. Cali sure looking good. Getting around like a real champ.
Loved the Quote, so glad your wife is with you, Godbless you both, Peace and Blessings. 🕊🙏🏻
Glad to see you use the skidoo! It is nice to use your own power but be wise and use the power tools etc to help aid you so you don't wear yourself out! You aren't getting younger so be smarter!! A friend from afar!! Dennis
I'm so excited to re-live the cabin construction from scratch. Best wishes.
me too..almost unwatchable with all the ads tho hfc
@@scholtzm8 Adblock for UA-cam!
That looks really good.... nice contrast to the rest of the build. Thanks for another excelflent video! 🌀❤️🌀
@@scholtzm8 No ads here.
@@tihomirbenac5698 But then he doesn't get paid. One suggestion is if you use Adblock and pay him by buying his merchandise.
Hi again SHAWN
Turning that negative situation into a beautiful positive one is what we're seeing before our eyes and are blessed to be part of. Wasn't sure for you at the beginning but now I know for sure your homestead and life will be so much better even then before. The site location and area is gorgeous and will offer so much more for all your plans. Bldg 1 almost finished then on to the next. This is going to be such a great year for you there. Looking forward to spring summer and fall to then see where things are at this time next year!
So grateful you never do forget sharing a bit of your nature and serenity...
Stay safe and healthy and an extra hug for sweet Cali.
I get equal enjoyment from your craftsmanship and watching your goldie bask in the snow.
I love how different each of your buildings are from one another while still all keeping the rustic welcoming appeal. Excellent use of bark and the natural edges on the planks at the front of the roof. The darker frame of the door and blackened floorboards are also excellent choices. I'm so glad its the weekend and I have more time to catch up on your videos. Even writing and reading comments can be a fun, healthy practice of appreciation. Shawn, I'm very glad that your here.
greetings here from Brazil, accompanying the construction of your dream inspires us and is the dose of tranquility we need! A hug
Glad to see your wife working with you. Nothing like team work.
Your videos spark such a sense of curiosity. I find my self enthralled with "the figuring it out" while surrounded in nature's mystery. So refreshing!
It was so lovely, seeing you working side-by-side your lovely wife. It just doesn't get as good as that! Blessings!
Hello Mr. Shaun, we miss your wonderful works. Beautiful Kali looks in excellent health ❤️
Shawn, you’re truly something else. There are NO words to express our admiration and how much we’re not only inspired by your tenacity, strength and incredible passion. You’re in my daily prayers, may you find the strength to complete your new homestead and finally reach your goal. Get it done so you can reap the rewards of your hard work to live the life you have aspired to.
It's really nice to see your wife back in the woods with you Shawn.
Peaceful, precious moments.....thank you :) And exactly when I thought, there are no crows there, I saw two of them :))
Lovely to see your wife in your videos. Makes your story complete.
Hi Shawn from UK . Enjoy watching your video’s not just the cabin construction and other out buildings but also the wildlife , especially during these difficult times with coved . Although I live in a city I’m lucky enough to be on the edge surrounded by open spaces and woodland which has been invaluable during the pandemic. To you , your family and Cali stay safe and good health and more power to your elbow .
I remember I started watching when you had about 17,000 subs, and the cabin being built from before you even had a frame. Time for the new and out with the old!
One of the best part of your videos is that you don't play loud stupid music like many others and I have or we have to thank you for that..
That view from the cabin site looks amazing! You've got to be excited about that! Another beautiful video, thanks for sharing
I'm renovating my old house (built in 1903 ) since 10 years now.
I'm tired and exhausted. But every time I watch your videos, it gives me a little bit more energy to finish my project. Thank you! :-)
Brilliant use of materials. Your creativity and craftsmanship never ceases to amaze me. Thanks for sharing
Cali trying to help with the bark is the sweetest thing I've seen in a long while.
What a great way to start a friday morning! Love the videos as always :) happy to see things coming along and cali being healthy again!
It’s an extra special day when your lovely wife can be out there
helping and sharing nature’s beauty with her soul mate.
Thank you for these videos, they are always so calming
What a beautiful winter wonderland with all that snow and wildlife. Love those accents you added to the shop. So nice to see your wife with you, she is a real trooper and helper, you both are blessed. And Cali is a delight to watch at the water edge, rolling in the snow, chasing her orange toy and finding it in the deep snow, I just love her and such great company to your and your wife. God Bless you on this new journey in building a new cabin in the woods.
Thanks for the video it’s keeping going through the covid lock down I love the outdoors
Nice to see you spending time with your wife 🙏
I am Windsor Ontario Canada 🇨🇦
Boy and his Dog, I love it, God Bless you and yours.
Callie is SO cute!!-she helped you with the digging.😊....she's the happiest dog I have ever seen!!❤
She even help cut trees down well little ones 😳😂🤭
@@rods907 😊😊😊.....it's nice to have a little help !!! Love her!!❤
It is sad to see you have to leave the home you worked so hard to build for yourself! I think of all the work you put into it, season after season, and what a challenge it will be to start over. I deeply admire your commitment to your lifestyle, but I am so sorry you have to move. Best of luck to you!
Thanks Shawn it is truly a mystical wonder land where you are setting up the new homestead all the nature that is around you and your wife please God in your new home 🏡 Çali is really enjoying herself please take care felling and moving those trees God Bless 🇨🇮
I think what you've accomplished thus far is admirable and inspirational to all of us, but what you are about to create will be Epic. You are the perfect example of the phrase: Never let the grass grow beneath your feet. I know you are a very humble man, but I just want to express how deeply inspiring you are to me as a Husband, Father and one heck of a determined individual. God speed and can't wait for the next episode!
Thank you for another beautiful video! It’s great to see you and your wife, along with Cali, working together. I respect her privacy and understand her feelings for needing the privacy. I loved the shot where you just collapsed on the sled after going up that hill, exhausted 😴! That was a hard trek and I was glad to see you taking a short rest.
And I loved how Cali came back to check on him!
หมาน้ารักมาก💕💕💕
Cali’s tail waggin’ all day long makes me so happy ... the whole video music scenery birds brings me peace ! Thank you !
That spot for the new cabin is amazing. I will be along for the ride like about 1.5 million others. Good on you Shawn and family.
I love watching you and Cali build together. She’s right there with you and tries to help. She’s the cutest dog ever❤️
my friday is never complete without watching your videos,i admire you a lot
I loved the cinematic bit at the end. Beautifully synced to the music, beautiful footage and very calming. Gave me goosebumps.
Shawn, for most people it would be a challenge to walk through the snow, but you have to tie on a sled just to make it interesting! Love your style!
I'm a city girl at 60 who loves this life you pursue. I enjoy figuring out what you are doing and sometimes I guess right before hand. Cali is a special gal. All the best. BEKAH from Kentucky USA
You are so blessed to be able to live in a place where you can feed birds in your hand, and see deer going about their daily routine...you are blessed.
Shawn, You could do a life long series about the Canadian Wilderness and do it top shelf! And I guess you are indeed! Just Beautiful! I rested with you when you flopped back on your bark laden sled! It's hard enough just to snow shoe let alone pulling a heavy sled too! Kind Thanks! Always great to see Cali and your Wife! I'm Loving it all very much! Love, Light, Peace and Joy of Spirit! DaveyJO in Pa.
This is perfect for escaping this mad world we're in..
Amen brother
Escape from the madness is an understatement!..Crazy times! Also leaders selling out our countries both US and Canada to China. "Sad"
True but you also need the money to do this. He has some serious expensive equipment and a lot of free time.
Absolutely Correct
@@earthangel8730 I pray that you open your eyes to see Gods glory
I’m 22 years old and I would seriously drop everything to come help and just learn as much as possible
My son would love to help him and learn tons too but he just turned 18, graduating high school this June and just got accepted for an appointment to US military academy at West Point in NY
@@ivi122 that’s a very good gig that he has going for himself. Good luck to him!
@@Thatguy-fg4fp I agree. We are super proud of him. Thank you for your well wishes! ❤️God bless
@@ivi122 GBY son🙏🏼he has my best wishes.
@@davemi00 thank you so much for your kind words. ❤️May God bless you and your family. Bren I love the name “tree climber.” I love nature and trees
Shawn, it's very encouraging to see the workshop almost completely closed in! Prior to this it felt like starting from nothing again. But now you have a base from which to work on your new property. Well done!
I noticed that there was no music in most of the video, just the silence one hears when alone in the new fallen snow. Then suddenly the music started when the wife was seen. Ah, one knows who it is that makes music in your heart. Bravo! Great episode.
I'm loving the extra nature you're adding to your videos, and I love your new building it's much nicer than the old buildings on the other block of land
Thanks for giving us the opportunity to see this all over again.
We admire you, my husband sees you as a TITAN of this world. We've been seeing your videos for 3 years. Hope all goes well for you....Your friend from Puerto Rico...Hector
I like the view the new homestead will have with the meadow and stream and the light. Pretty special!
To the thumb downers... try one day to cut tree's, clear bush, sustain yourself with food. Then.. try doing that and document it with video and then edit it. (While dealing with winter conditions). Holy crap, you obviously have know idea what hard work is! Great job as always Shawn! I totally can't keep up with the video aspect! I don't know how you do it!
Likely just people who think trees have personalities. I'm all for sustaining too but some folk take it too far. This guy has my vote for the work and ethics he has!
Thumb Downers are probably “OLD” neighbors! Ha ha ha
@Theresa Powers true to the point it's no one's business. Its been done on a public forum, the public will respond.
Also, it's mere speculation on why they did. So me could be so way off the mark... it doesn't even matter if theyr right or wrong!
@@gazzalanche is
Won't using bark like that attract bugs? That's why bark is removed to start. Or is it too loose from the wood so it's no big deal?
Ah Cali helping you dig out the timber she is so good.i love the banjo or mandolin music you use its lovely. Hard work snow makes it much harder I'm sure.Beautiful wildlife shots .Great for you to have your wife helping you many hands make light work as they say.Thanks Shawn.Ita ....Ireland.
Thank you for your peaceful endearing video amidst all the chaos! Bless you and your wife! 🌲🙋♀️❄🦌
I take a visceral delight when your seriously sharp wood tools chisel through the doorway like butter. You take such good care of your tools to get this wonderful performance. It’s like they are extensions of your hands, mind, and will. It makes me want to treat my tools with similar respect. So inspiring.
The new cabin site looks to be a gorgeous place. Great to see the both of you working together and looking forward to see what you create here building upon all your previous experience. Best of luck and weather.
Thank you for taking me along on your journey. It’s humbling and beautiful 🥰
Just want 2 say ur good man mr James u remind me of my self be for I got hurt & then got old fast lol but u know what u want & u will not stop till u get there. Stay strong my friend & remember. we all need time too rest god bless u&urs
I know the feeling. I was strong and ambitious. I got hurt. Later sick. Got old fast. Others around me. Don't understand. But it happens fast.
There can be nothing quite so pure as a happy dog enjoying rolling in snow. beautiful to see in such magnificent scenery...
We are having a rough time of it here in the USA. You are a breath of fresh air. So wish we lived there.
@@earthangel8730 Please get a clue!
@@earthangel8730 You better be careful whose going to hell Debra
Love your cabin work, the beautiful nature Imagery, music and editing.
Thanks.
Wow I can appreciate the effort that must take. Imagine you have to do the steps more than once to locate your camera gear. Thanks for sharing.
Sometimes you need to give in to the machine, instead of being the machine. Always take in and enjoy what you share, Shawn. Good to see Mrs. James too, all the best to the family.
Cali is such a good helper❤️
If only there was a way to construct something to toss her toy for her to fetch. She is relentless but in an adoring way. Great show.
Nice to see the better half out there helping and getting her thoughts and opion on the location and build looking forward to watching the new build
Oh the pride of good ol' joys of hard labor and the fruits thereof.
I like the bark on the outside of your new
workshop. One thinks that you can see the woods in the background.
It is really kool.😊😊😊
The repurposed bark looks so beautiful in that application, and I love the rough cut clapboard on the A-Frame. PERFECT!
Hello from Northern Saskatchewan! I like the way you used the aspen boards for your front gable, looks great! Nice seeing your wife, helping you and Cali getting into the action, as if she was trying to help you dig out the aspen boards. It's fast becoming a family effort to a fresh start. Enjoy your videos immensely!