This is a good book. Does provide a step by step introduction to how to build things ukposts.infoUgkxhgbP-6hUnXu_QRaoHgLztgsI0YF3HqR0 , also does offer some steps. Includes pictures to give you ideas for layouts and such. If you are looking for a guide, this is not exactly what you want. But if you are trying to familiarize yourself with the way that pole barn building and other out buildings, are made, then this will work just as you need it to. A few things in this book are a barn (of course), detached garage, storage building, and coops.

Beautiful, the only issue is finding someone that shares the same mindset

My husband and I bought twelve acres with a modular home that had to be totally renovated for $40k. We did all of the renovation ourselves and had the land and home paid off in two years. Now we have a beautiful homestead with livestock. We are living a peaceful life, debt free.

You two are an inspiration! I plan to work two more school years (work in a school) and save money to get it started on some family property. I am 50 now and found out I have a heart condition back in May and tired of working and still feeling broke and unsatisfied with life. I don't want to retire in 17 years and die 2 months after and not enjoy what life I have left. I am a single woman and my hands and body are not what they used to be but I have all the determination a person could need. Fingers crossed this plan goes as planned. :)

Wife and I are finally going to live this dream in Algonquinish area of Ontario. At age 49 and 50 we are both scared as hell but excited for the freedom of not having to work if we do not want to. Thanks Dave and Brooke for your tips and tricks and encouraging videos - each helping us get one step closer.

It’s really fantastic that you and your wife are on the same page, that in my opinion represents the largest hurdle for many. Well made video and great insight and real numbers.

Love it, my young husband of 38 years and I are in the process of building a cabin. He is going blind, and has some knee injury, but won't stop, his dream of over 45 years. I enjoy working with him, watching it go up. So peaceful!

So smart!! When I found myself alone I bought a very run down house and made it beautiful all by myself for cash.. I know the great feeling as I sit here and look at what I did. You two are such a perfect couple-your spirits and souls are one.. I love watching everything you do.. Such inspiration!!

Great videos, thank you. I had an Amish company build my 10' x 12' shed/cabin I have yet to finish it because I'm a 68 year old woman (from Michigan) and can't work any longer because my "moth eaten severe arthritis" in my hands are giving me a problem. Living on social security and paying for car insurance and car payments and paying off the cabin take about all of my social security. It looks doubtful, but I'm hoping to scrape enough together to insulate, before the cold Michigan winter begins. Had some identity theft, so send me a prayer or two, won't you? Your videos keep my spirits up. Right now, I'm borrowing this computer, so I can see your encouraging videos. My place is completely off grid and I catch rain water ,also. My big plus is that I live in an un-zoned township! Thanks again for all of the ideas, I dream of easier living in the future and hopefully I won't be driving south (and stay in my car ) for this winter. Keep up the GREAT information and work that you are doing for all of us. God Bless, Eileen

I wish my husband would do this with me! I'm down for putting the blood sweat and tears in .

You lived the life some people like myself have been dreaming for a long time.

Thanks for sharing the pictures too! That's amazing not many people can say they own much these days.

My Girl and I live in a 21' x 21' Frame Cabin in East TN, built alone by me and with Cash. It can be done! We lived in a Vintage Camper for a Year while it was built and then sold the Camper for a profit. You and Brook are quite a Team!

Thank you for serving as an example from your personal experience and for teaching others to strive for economical living. This video is relevant to older seniors such as myself as well as young people that are just starting out.

This video really resonates with me at a crucial time in my life right now. Thank you.

Thank you, you both give us far more then then we give you.

Remember that skill, knowledge and physical ability go along with the willingness to engage in a lifestyle like this. Alot of people don't have an appreciation for what it takes to fell and limb a tree safely, to build anything that is plumb, level and square, to organize and execute efficiently, to follow through and finish a huge project. Just staying healthy, uninjured, fed and clothed while doing this is a significant accomplishment. These people have strength, skill, hardiness, vision, and diverse abilities that allow them to succeed at this. Do not underestimate the importance of this. Be ready to work hard if you are serious about living this way. Inspiring and informative video, thank you.

thanks for the breakdown! loved it .. keep on keeping on Dave!

Very enjoyable to watch how you and your wife worked so very hard to make this dream a reality.

Love yours and Brooke's videos Dave. Please keep them coming.

Hey Dave, Thanks for breaking down the rough cost of building a cabin in the woods. I realize it would be slot of hard work and sacrifice to take on a challenge that you did. Thanks.

Great way of doing it Dave. You and Brooke did awesome!!

You guys are amazing, thanks for sharing and showing it can be done

You and Brooke are amazing. Been fans of yours through your channels and through Alone as well. Always learn something new from you. Thanks for sharing!

I wonder if after so many years chasing the "American Dream", and having that dream seem to keep somehow staying one step out of reach, a lot of people have become disillusioned. And now they have begun to retreat to a more original dream that isn't about owning shiny cars and well-manicured lawns, but hearkens back to simply wanting a spot of your own land, and a sturdy dwelling to call your own which came about through the sweat of your brow. That's what truly built this country, not the pure pursuit of wealth and materialism.

Another video well done Dave! This is exactly what it takes to attain the peace that so many seem to be searching for. Making the decision to "just do it" and taking that first step is one of the hardest parts of making the transition... but sooo worth it. Thanks for showing the way!

Love your channel Dave, been binge watching your videos all week!

You two are living the dream. God Bless both of you.

When I was young I couldn't understand why my momma wanted to live in the country and now that I am old I understand. Loved hearing you tell your story and the cabins you built are nice.

Great video Dave. You and Brooke have built a unique life. You’re blessed to have each other and share the same life goals. Really enjoy both your channels!

Your videos are so inspiring and down to earth you can tell your Grandpa had a big influence in your life and I'm so glad you're carrying on his legacy I know he would be extremely proud of you right now please continue to share and thank you for being real and keeping it real God bless

Your videos are beautifully and professionally edited. You just can't help yourself watching them till the end.

I love this man. I live in Tennessee but thinking about buying a piece of land in the mountains and you really gave me alot of answers I needed. Love it bro. Thank you and god bless. I'm a new subscriber

What a wonderful job you and your wife did on your Homestead. Congratulations!

Beautiful God bless you!

6 Grand! That is incredible! Thank you for your video

Congratulations on the cabin build, looks great!

im ready to make this change... putting my house up for sale and im going to do it!

Dave, you guys are heroes! Thank you for sharing this wisdom.

Have watched and enjoyed both you and your wife’s channels wish there were more channels like them

Very, very nice... Wish I would have had your advise 40 years ago...👍

Best video I’ve seen on a cabin start up by far. Great video man. I’ll be deep in the mountains in Washington by age 30

Hey Dave, that just made me smile, laugh and now that there is hope for an ordinary guy. Thank you brother, have a safe and happy holiday.

I love your channel mate! Always brings a smile to my face! You and your family have a great outlook on life.

Awesome video and information 😀 Appreciate you sharing your outlook, advice, and experience ✌

Looks amazing-you & Brooke are hard working, smart & creative. A life well lived! I have zero creativity, trades ability or the savvy to get this done on my own. I’d definitely have to pay someone to help me build. Love the Northern Exposure moment with the moose 😁

GREAT STORY DAVE. YOU HAVE NO DOUBT INSPIRED SOME YOUNG PEOPLE LKE YOUR SELF. STAY SAFE, AND ENJOY LIFE.

Thanks for all the knowledge and wisdom.

For me its not about the sacrifice of building this log cabin but more to a person's consistent and wanting to commit a lifetime to the end of living the off grid way of life!! Not many can live such a life in the wilderness!!

Awesome Dave! I wish kids of today would adopt your work ethic!

Wow... I just out two and two together and realized you and Brooke were on the show Alone! I was rootin for you two. Love the commentary here, societal pressures and financial commitments cause nothing but stress. This is certainly the direction I would love to move in.

Absolutely loved this video. I’m slowly binging through your content and sharing with my hubs.

Great video ..."a simple life is an easy life".....

Inspiration,! I wish i had a good head on my shoulders when i was that age. I went the go in debt for school, go in debt for a house, have 3 kids and worry my ass of every moment as i Dream to,live a life like that.

You two are amazing!! I love the way you interact, and the fact that you both can do just about anything. It’s a wonderful thing to see. ♥️❣️♥️

Dave, I must say that I admire what you and yourself did and the way of life that you lead!! I love the sweat equity/hard work that you guys put into your dwellings is simply amazing! Cheers to you guy's!!

Hi Dave those cabins you built in Alaska are awesome I really like the look of the logs, they are different in some way, anyway merry Christmas to you and Brook

I love the way you and Brooke share how to do almost the impossible for this time in history. Most people feel trapped where they are in life. Now they know it is possible with some sacrifice, but great blessings in the end. You both are troopers who I thoroughly enjoy watching. So nice to see the baby pictures and now today the children are growing into young adults. God bless you and your family always.

Dave we also lived in a tent while building our cabin.We have not left the rat race yet but our time in Michigan is short. People collect so much junk in their lives and it never makes them happy. The simple things and family are what enjoying life is about. Hopefully someday soon we can meet and trade stories and enjoy the great state of Alaska.Keep that woodstove burning and the dream alive.

Your cabins look great, and I think this kind of pep-talk may help some people actually say "I think I will give this a try." People can do it, with some work, bruised thumbnails, and by asking a lot of questions from lots of folks. Thanks for your videos. They really are a service to Mankind. Think of the effect if, say only a dozen families took your advice and lived simple, in a paid off home, fewer stressors. They would be raising kids to maybe do the same, influencing people in town, and in Church, at work. Things would get slightly better here on earth. Thanks.

You rock I’m so inspired by all your videos my dream to to have a little self sustaining homestead 💝

Excellent job spelling out how to go about getting started with the cabin living dream. I waited until I was 50 to make the cabin living dream a reality but I'm happier then ever. It's a big leap to take at any age but if it's what you want, it's definitely worth the sacrifice. And I sacrificed a home recording studio packed with cool gear so I know what it means to sacrifice. LOL! Still was worth it. Great video and information Dave. I've been trying your method of splitting wood where it lays lately and it's great way to just hammer out a bunch of split wood in a hurry. Have a good one.

Thank you for sharing, so deliberately, the ins and outs of rural life in Alaska! Hats off!

My new favorite video on UKposts! Thanks Dave & Brook!

Dave... you and Brooke are trailblazers! I tip my hat... again! And yes, I have often said I wanna be the hermit on the hill... 😉😁

This is so wonderful, I hope I can get to this point in my life! I have 2 kids, and I want to live off grid or in a tiny home sometime soon.

Love the video . I myself was razed in a cabin that my parents built for little to nothing, should have done the same thing !

I went to Northpole Highschool! Spent my teens there. I was born at Elmendorf Air Force Base..Anchorage ! Thanks for all your videos and at education! I miss the freedom of Alaska!

This land was made for you and me!

AMAZING A person has to be disciplined and know their priorities, then make it happen, no matter what it is in life.

There are so many good things I could say about this I don't even know where to start. Thanks for sharing and I'm looking forward to the next one.

DAMN! You understand what life is actually about!!!! This was exactly what I needed to watch!

I had a dream of living in the wilderness of Alaska in a cabin.

As much as I admire your way of life, the major hurdle isn't money or effort, it's SKILLS. I bet 90% of people don't have the knowledge on how to build a cabin.

You and your wife are so smart and frugal. Awesome hard work and diligence to get what you want for yourselves and family. God bless you with many more accomplishments and peace. Ultimate dream works 🙏❤️

Thank you for sharing your life with us Dave..great story..love you and Brooke...❤

That's some serious sweat equity for sure.

And this can be done right now even with all the crazy things going on in the world - now. I could have done this 30 years ago, and probably should have when i had the means. Distractions of one type or another ate up time and before i knew it the dream was out of reach. 2 motorcycle accidents both caused by drunk drivers a few falls off ladders at various heights - i was a painter. A good hard fall on ice where i work in 2004 has made certain that this type of lifestyle is beyond my abilities at this point in my life. Being on disability from this point onward maybe i can get a few acres to enjoy and leave it to my son. But i can not build anything anymore. Others that desire this lifestyle make a choice and do it when you are young, and it can be a very real thing that you will have free and clear going forward. It can be done right now if you are willing to work hard for it. As time moves on who knows for how much longer this can be attainable.

Great job Dave. Always a pleasure to watch your videos. No BS

What a great video brother ! Thanks for all the wonderful info and being so open and honest .

Hello from Michigan! You couldn't imagine my surprise this morning when I was thumbing through UKposts and saw my favorite Alone contestants...So obviously I subscribed. For obvious reasons, the Alone series attracts certain people and it was great seeing all of your families experience with your knowledge. Your wife's honesty and transparency is a gift. Thank you for all of your posts, videos and willingness to allow us into your lives. You have a friend in Michigan!

Would love to do this... but I have a remote job that absolutely requires internet and reliable power.

Great info! Keep up the good work!

Loving the vids! We were routing for you guys on alone. Thanks for encouraging people to follow their dreams. Also love watching the house build tutorials!

85% of everybody’s issue with doing things like this is fear fear of what if it doesn’t work out fear of what everybody else thinks you have to just work hard save money and do it but the keyword work for it

How did you learn the skills to build your own cabin?

Totally love what you all have done. You both knew what you wanted and went after it and done it.Beautiful cabins, and a great little family..Great advise and video, thank you for sharing.

Wow really appreciate how you did this. The whole thing; the cabin process, the narration/video footage, etc. Great job!

Id easly buy some woods for 6k !

Good informative breakdown how you and the wife made something great from nothing .

Thanks for the great advice . I sent a link to my son. I agree this is a great way to start out or start over.

Have been watching your videos for some time never commented but today I have to say much respect to you and Brooke

Men, 1st wisely find that woman to share this dream. Then, make it happen. No sense wasting time/money on those others. We all know those consequences.

In the UK you can't do anything like this as you wouldn't get planning permission. It's nonsense that you can't build a cabin on land you own in this country :(

The hard part now, finding the right land🤗 Thanks for providing, you can do anything if you want it bad enough! 💯👍🏾👍🏾😊

Thanks for the info dave. Keep up the good work.

The powers that be make it difficult to be independent...

Mine was pure luck, some would say. I say, God was surly involved for several reasons......Why he did , I still ask my self, maybe it lays in our two sons ??? I hope to get a answer in the not to far off future. Heaven knows she surely has laid up many crowns.

Very sensible emphasis on how things like this actually get done, requiring planning, sweat, willingness to be minimally comfortable for months. All the hard work of actually building overlays all the work of finding the best materials and getting them to the site. Then factor in the friends and associates that support you with loans and gifts of equipment, material, or effort. It's all very doable, but many see the cute end results and don't understand how to actually get there. So thank you for that--one of the best DIY channels for this on YT.

Such great vibes in your videos. We love you, bud.