Building an Underground Root Cellar with Burnt Timbers

Building an Underground Root Cellar with Burnt Timbers | Shou Sugi Ban, Yakisugi

3 роки тому

With an abundance of dying trees on my properties, building an underground root cellar with charred timbers makes more sense than using concrete and rocks. Burning the wood makes it more resistant to decay from moisture and insects. My vegetable garden is overflowing with food and I need a place to store it immediately and longterm, along with fish and game from the surrounding Canadian wilderness.
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@anacrespo38 3 роки тому

Rarely do any writing ,but you know we the people that are watching should give you some feedback. We here love your vlog and wish everything that you are doing is going to be beneficial for your homestead. Your efforts have been seen by many people that are rooted for your time and effort. Love you many blessings.

@SSingh-nr8qz 3 роки тому

Well said. This man is an inspiration for many to see and better way of life. Though hard work, I feel it's more rewarding that climbing the corporate ladder.

@trudidolder6122 3 роки тому

S Singh, you are right..... I am an old woman and have seen a lot of this world and have gone through very, very hard times. In my younger years I was an executive Secretary and saw what was going on. Giving all that up, and became a housewife and Mother, I enjoyed every (sometimes very hard) minute. Looking back I have to say, Life is too short to spend it on things one does not enjoy. One needs very little to be happy and content....

@silasmarner7586 3 роки тому

Who rarely does any writing? I'm confused.

@AMG63 3 роки тому

@@silasmarner7586 people who rarely write, pretty simple really

@ppumpkin3282 3 роки тому

We're rooting for your root cellar. If more people understood the virtue of self reliance it would be a much better place. Too many people now rely on the government or someone to take care of them. They have many excuses as to why their situation is someone else's fault, and they are envious of those who worked hard to get ahead.

@charm8167 3 роки тому

Cali is just loving life. Playing, swimming in the pond, resting while Her Daddy Does the hard at work. Love your vlogs Shawn. Beautiful craftsmanship👍🏻.

@ancyentfathoms 3 роки тому

Cali is the Supervisor.

@hewstopia 3 роки тому

This has completely stopped being about just surviving. This is thriving and I love it.

@johnhine8725 3 роки тому

Many of us get up, go to work, fight traffic, deal with too many people, wear masks, worry about our future, wonder if things will ever get better. Then, as hoped for, many of us get a notification that our friend Shawn has uploaded another video. We can then escape for awhile to watch and especially learn from a man who seems to know something about everything. A man who loves and respects the land and nature (barred owl, how cool), and loves and prepares a beautiful place for he and his family. I really appreciate how you show affection for your pup (aka job site supervisor), it gets me doing more of the same with ours, she is 13 now. Shawn all the hard work you do to make this a real joy to watch is greatly appreciated more than you know. You truly are a jack of all trades, and master of all it seems, you make hard work look like fun, which it often is. You live in some of the most beautiful country i have ever seen. I wish I had your morning commute. Greetings from West Michigan.

@c490cuK 3 роки тому

Good to see you finally got some much needed help, a brand new sawmill and a track loader Good going Shawn .

@nbhybrid206 3 роки тому

Well he always made it seem like he was living off the land but I guess he has lots of money to make it doable that maybe most couldn’t afford

@MrClarkisgod 3 роки тому

@Bob Down No, he has flat out said on this channel that he had an over 7 figure construction business. The man is far from poor.

@jd2055 3 роки тому

Shawn Thing's are looking fantastic ..... let's see a cabin, an outdoor kitchen , cali's pond. A huge garden , a sauna , a long house and now adding a root cellar and workshop to the mix. The James Family Off Grid Resort where work is never finished..... what's not to love about these videos .

@gigid4307 3 роки тому

Don't forget he also built an outhouse, that's really important.

@aaliguy9986 3 роки тому

@D M haha "Cali's pond", love it.😂😂😂

@jd2055 3 роки тому

Believe me.....I thought of those as well..... I just can't get my jaw off the ground .....With every project he completes I find it harder to comprehend what Shawn has accomplished in a few short years.

@130crowd 3 роки тому

..and the screened porch / outdoor kitchen!

@CaptKundalini 3 роки тому

@@jd2055 His work ethic amazes me.

@MrButtercup5309 3 роки тому

That is damn impressive. I follow a few 'homesteading" self-reliance type channels and I am struck by how often they refer to your channel, so you must be doing something right. I think the young couple at Talesbuan might benefit from your expertise as they have been trying to build a root cellar for some time. Simple Living Alaska also recently had to "undo" their last attempt at a root cellar, although they did a mighty fine job - they were just done in by a high water table. It's exciting to watch you all living your dreams in such beautiful surroundings, especially for those of us who live "trapped" in urban jungles - wishing we could breath clean air and eat our own tomatoes. Keep up the good work!

@johnhine8725 3 роки тому

Respectful comment, Christopher.

@libbyannstew8775 3 роки тому

I’ve just found Talasbuan and this channel and I’ve thought the same thing - Tova and Matthias are an amazingly hard working young people. They have done so much but could really go to their next level by watching and learning from Shawn.

@SC-rw5ix 3 роки тому

It takes a lot of courage, wisdom and perseverance to do all these. God bless those who tried hard in life.

@RK1FX 3 роки тому

God's work. People forgot what it is.

@mazevedo2010 3 роки тому

@@RK1FX , I believe very soon all these knowledge will be very necessary. Although I’m not leaving in a weather similar to yours, there isn’t none channel similar in my area ( Brazil), so I’m trying to learn something.... God bless you all...

@AMG63 3 роки тому

Imagine if everyone in the world was this dedicated and hard working, wouldn't be far from perfect tbh.

@mrrs8118 3 роки тому

And fewer folks getting in trouble.

@patriciabarnes6664 3 роки тому

So true..

@tammyandtimstewart8558 3 роки тому

Better people and society overall

@mariagarciavallejo9491 3 роки тому

Quiero ver más!!!💕

@JVHarberden 3 роки тому

I'm sure there would be a few who would work this hard to make life miserable for the rest of us just for the sake if it. But, overall, it would probably be good to have more hardworking people like Shawn.

@catpurrson3651 3 роки тому

I'm intrigued about what the finished product will look like. The barred owl was exquisite!

@islandgirl9479 3 роки тому

I'm loving this CHANNEL, It's been so interesting to watching someone build their own homestead. I find it very soothing to watch.

@stellanevis3107 3 роки тому

19:22 this moment plus the whole homestead/garden build is why you're special to all of us! Blackened timbers truly look durable. Can't wait for your commentary on the other channel more about this build. Thanks, Shawn!

@Joy-qn7uv 3 роки тому

I didn't even know what a root cellar was. Now i even know what the shou sugi ban means. Another educational video for me!

@0623kaboom 3 роки тому

the name says it all ... a cellar for roots ... we also call it a pantry ... or cold storage ... essentially what your fridge is now ... a root cellar was the original way to keep stuff longer

@christinerakela1306 3 роки тому

Googled shou sugi ban, but nothing came up. What is it? Japanese for root cellar? Love, love, love your videos!!!

@Joy-qn7uv 3 роки тому

@Dream Girls Daily English (or Japanese) is not my native language you see, but bless you nonetheless for being so much smarter than the rest of us.

@OdeeOz 3 роки тому

🤔 Shawn, I do believe your life story is being made into a series before our eyes. How many others, do you imagine, binge watch these episodes from the very first one, up to now and beyond? I know I did. Because what you are doing, is great insight into what our pioneers relatives did hundreds of years ago. Despite the occasional use of today's technology too. 💯👍👏😄

@andytierney2387 3 роки тому

i did the same to start with binge watch to catch up on his story from the beginning

@kimberlys.t.7206 3 роки тому

He’s an accomplished journal keeper 😉 wouldn’t be that hard . I think people would like it. To hear about his journeys and thoughts along the way. I’m still trying to catch up. I do love watching his videos. I love his energy. He’s a light on my rainy days. ❤️

@OdeeOz 3 роки тому

@@kimberlys.t.7206 amen sister! He has inspired so many people, that it boggles the mind considering it.

@Socute4u 3 роки тому

I go back and watch his videos, young people today need to see this...heartbreaking to see the destruction going on instead of putting their youth and energy to good use.

@OdeeOz 3 роки тому

@@Socute4u boy howdy is that ever God's own truth right there. They should be doing all they can to make their part of the world a better, safer place to live in. The adage; Idle hands & minds are the Devil's playground. Is being personified by Glorifying career criminals, and destroying neighborhoods. 💯🙏 for us all.

@Judy.LoveandLightAlways 3 роки тому

I hardly comment anymore, but prior to watching Shawn's video's I hit the like button. There are no more words I can possibly say about this extraordinary man. I have watched almost all of Shawn's, cali, Mrs James, and daughter's Journey, and how much I admire what this man has done. You are one lucky lady Mrs James. From Victoria, Australia total lockdown, curfew, mandatory masks. Thank you for making lockdown interesting. 😷😇🐨🦘🐕

@darwinmerryfield477 3 роки тому

Wow! Root cellar, garden that apparently is doing quite well, is it meeting expdctations? Then you've done a pond , laid the start of a chicken house as well as a shop! Shawn you are a machine! So glad you acquired the portable sawmill, you really needed some additional capability with modern technology! 🙂

@luisrodriquez6358 3 роки тому

I see you have owls in the trees, why don’t you build a few owl houses with your excess lumber and put them about 10 feet off the ground on poles to control the mice and chipmunks eating you vegetables Shawn. My wife’s uncle and son did this on their ranches in California San Joaquin Valley to keep the rodents from eat their crops,and it worked. The owl houses don’t have to be that big just enough to accommodate one owl, with a round hole entrance. This is just a suggestion Shawn to protect your crops.

@heatherclayton-callaghan4270 3 роки тому

@Luis Rodriguez..... What an excellent suggestion. If it works it's a fabulous idea. @Shawn do you think that would work there for you ???? I'm kind of excited about the idea.

@douggibson9084 3 роки тому

Great idea, I've never see owl boxes.

@Lily-2019 3 роки тому

OH...that's a great idea !! It's a 'win win,' for everyone and everything. "Well... except the rodents." 😕

@reuben8140 3 роки тому

Owls are a hoot!🦉

@maxi2005100 3 роки тому

a pcp air gun would be some fun and reduce the impact on said crops invasion , afternoons when they are active would be significant disencentive for em , have a bsa but there are many good brands , simple quiet and effective

@skygerspacher6891 3 роки тому

I came here feeling pretty damned ornery today. Just couldn't figure out why (maybe because my country has gone down the old toilet). But I wasn't sure I was even going to watch this. I didn't want to waste it on my my bad mood. Luckily I did. Made myself a cup of tea. Turned off the news and sat down to devote some time to watching your outdoor adventures. Feel much better now. Just needed to put some distance between me and all the noise.

@trudidolder6122 3 роки тому

I am sure you are not the only one feeling angry, blue and sad about what is going on in our country. But, yes, watching something positive makes all the difference.....

@chrissiecarr5721 3 роки тому

Sky Gerspacher,,,,,,Hang in there , it will improve 😉Keep watching Shaun and Callie and dream on, like I do😌Best wishes, stay safe , from Melbourne, Australia🙋🏻‍♀️🕊

@JamesJohnson-yh1oh 3 роки тому

Elizabeth said, Shawn is so positive; I bet off-screen, too! He's a blessing from the Lord to us, at such a time as this!

@ValeriaVincentSancisi 3 роки тому

Good move...

@billycarter1911 3 роки тому

Same here.

@marcegrecco53 3 роки тому

The wood you’ve harvested provides so much, shelter, heat, even helped in food production. Your garden is incredible too, you have many blessings from the forest you live in. It sustains you in so many ways.

@alexhebert6397 3 роки тому

Wow! You can do anything you put your mind to; what an incredible man. I love what you're creating for your family...you're like Midas with the Golden Touch, only with many skills, hard work, an artist's touch in all you do, and one sweet dog! It's your own journey, but there are many of us who are proud of you and feel grateful you're sharing what you accomplish. Thank you!👵😁💖🐕🍀

@pcmiller2710 3 роки тому

Now that's a start of a root cellar done right!

@LavishPatchKid 3 роки тому

You're getting so good with cinematography and editing it's ridiculous. It's funny - because I think you're becoming a master in things you never even intended. Can't wait to see the finished product.

@aaronjoseph7573 3 роки тому

Once again, I find myself feeling down and depressed by what's going on around me - only to turn on one of your videos and have it all washed away. I finish the video feeling so refreshed, inspired, and most importantly, relaxed. Thank you, Shawn, for sharing what you are doing out there. About a decade left of the huss'n'fuss, then maybe I can join nature and build my own cabin and underground cellar. Thanks, Shawn. Stay healthy.

@MJAMES1021 3 роки тому

Thinking along the same line.

@mattchewbaer 3 роки тому

One of the biggest reason I 100% respect you is your patience. I don't know if I could do without busting out some power tools. Than again maybe patience comes with this lifestyle. Regardless the work you do is amazing and very inspiring

@seanbailey6004 3 роки тому

Oh my goodness. This is going to become an incredible series of a build to watch. The resourcefulness of this man is incredible. Wonderful to see he has a mill now. It will make the build so much easier. It will not take away the self reliance factor at all. Can’t wait to see the next video. Hopefully he will get the main structure up before winter so he can begin to store his food.

@phiswe 3 роки тому

Yes. To romantically insist on not using any modern technology at all would be to forget the sweat and tears our ancestors made to make the technology happen in the first place, over time, and for us to make effective use of it.

@markpashia7067 3 роки тому

As one of my Native elders said to me once, If they had had the tools they would have used them!!! This is why they were tribal, to divide the work and share the burden. One man on his own can do a lot, but it takes time as Shawn has shown over and over again. Amazing how far he has come but still has a ways to go. Respect.

@aubieal0878 3 роки тому

Mark I say the same about pioneering women, if they’d had, sewing, washing, mixing machines they would have had them and used them!

@samanthanickson6478 3 роки тому

Philip S. that's The Townsends channel, but when they do stuff like build structures, there's a bunch of 'em building things together.

@markpashia7067 3 роки тому

@@aubieal0878 When grannie got electric due to the rural electric coop she did just that, and her only regret was giving up the wood stove and she cursed the electric stove rest of her life. Just did not cook right after all those years of cooking on wood.

@mindyvaughn8217 3 роки тому

It’s just completely amazing to witness. He doesn’t just use his hands he uses his whole body in his creation. It’s a beautiful thing to watch. It’s art. Cali just wants to be near him. Unless of course there is a fresh pond to play in. The sky shots are so fabulous. The owl shot was incredible. God makes art in Man and mushrooms.💖

@trisho.8331 3 роки тому

Mindy, you put into words what I was unable to express. I am so in awe of Shawn, his videos almost leave me speechless! 🙏🏻💖😍

@melodytenisch6232 3 роки тому

Well said! Nicely put!👵😁🍀👍 Lots of nice comments that hold merit.😊💕

@sharyand 3 роки тому

In addition to exactly everything you said, I find it very refreshing that there is no "explaining" and little talk while Shawn is showing what he is doing.

@robertthomas1339 3 роки тому

Excellent words for an excellent Man.

@tomrobards7753 3 роки тому

Just imagine how hard your ancestors worked , just to live ...

@Dzidekification 3 роки тому

This is more like luxury cellar with many uses than just vegetable storage cold room. I suppose it will came with temperature control system to maintain constant cooling. Ingenious project, can't wait for next episode !

@nickmarino2033 3 роки тому

Most folks go out into the forest to relax and enjoy nature, not you, your skills and vision it's so inspiring. As impressive is all your building skills I believe the man made pond will be my favorite, I love the life your creating.

@mycompasstv 3 роки тому

That kick at 13:21 was so relatable, an action of shear beauty. A job well done!

@mikeisaac3826 3 роки тому

I was looking all over for this comment, that kick was really satisfying.

@mycompasstv 3 роки тому

@@mikeisaac3826 Yep very satisfying indeed, we've all been there and done that. Best.

@Fitzy222 3 роки тому

What Shawn accomplishes in 1 day would take me 6 incarnations to accomplish. WOW!

@carolmathis6084 3 роки тому

Granddaughter is sleeping over, but knows your video is required watching. She is in awe, as am I. Chopping, sawing, drilling, chiseling, measuring, hammering, shoveling...do you have a favorite action? Thank you for giving us a look at the action and progress!

@jamesellsworth9673 3 роки тому

It is a WONDERMENT how your garden beds have developed and yielded this year! LOVE the OWL images.

@ThomsSimpleLife 3 роки тому

It just seems so peaceful and quiet while you work out there Shawn, and your "supervisor" is doing a great job keeping an eye on you.

@molly56clark 3 роки тому

Thanks Shawn, with all the craziness down here in the states, I’m so glad you provide us an escape and share this incredible life your building. You have it all going on. Blessings to you.

@HulaLuau 3 роки тому

The silent episodes are probably my favorite ones. Keep up the good work.

@JasonMcCannLover 3 роки тому

Views and comments from all over the world. I remember thinking this when you had 200,000 subscribers. You have come a long way and have a game changing channel. The next Canadian Wilderness Icon. Not a doubt in my mind.

@cynthialowe 3 роки тому

Shawn you are my friday evening entertainment, since I can't go to tango dancehall, because they are closed since march. Congrats on your vegetables, amazing.. how hard you work.

@agentstarling9998 3 роки тому

I absolutely love your build videos! I have been watching you since you laid the first log down of your cabin build. Great vids and content!!!

@tripoboss9181 3 роки тому

Same

@NotBR 3 роки тому

A beautiful, informative, and treasured site. I am taken away from the troubled world to a peaceful place. Thank you for your messages and gift.

@kathyl5610 3 роки тому

Agent Starling when you watch one, you are hooked! He is extremely competent.

@user-bw7ce7bc9q 2 роки тому

Моладец очень нравиться хороши видео

@tomstickney5500 3 роки тому

give this man a army and the tools and a dream .......thank you shawn for sharing your dream with us and god bless

@colincampbell290 3 роки тому

One of the best on your chanel is Kelly your dog, wonderful and such loyalty, man's best friend

@trisho.8331 3 роки тому

Absolutely no one on earth deserves to realize this dream lifestyle more than you Shawn!! God bless and protect you and your family always!! 👍👍❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻

@boatfreak207 3 роки тому

Really loved the ending clip with the owl, gorgeous. A moment to stop and pet Cali was great too. Looks like it's going to be the nicest root cellar I've ever seen. Your videos are like therapy, keep up the great work!

@captainreggae99 3 роки тому

Shawn I am so filled with joy to watch you grow. You deserve all and any success. I remember the episode of you showing the tools you would use to build your cabin, you hadn't even bought the land yet. Your videos were getting about 1000 to 5000 views, but even then I knew that what you were doing was so powerful. Watching you build a homestead has kept me sane while I grind away in my career to get there myself. I share your passion and goals, and recently have gotten closer than ever. Thank you so much for your insight and wisdom through personal experiences, hardwork, and for sharing everything with us.

@thizizliz 3 роки тому

Slowly but surely, you build a think that will last a lifetime or more. Watching you create the beams to slot together so well makes me appreciate the labor & skill required. It will be a thing of beauty buried & mostly unseen, but solid & valuable because it protects the food you work so hard to obtain.

@connieb3819 3 роки тому

Shawn, your amazing. It takes a patient, artistic, talented person to do all the things you do by yourself.

@esunday 3 роки тому

Good on you for getting the Bobcat to move gravel, moved 15 tons with a shovel and wheelbarrow, never again!

@mmpoggs2033 3 роки тому

Lol it’s good for you and gets easier with frequency but Shawn is full time isn’t he 👍

@Sohraiyah1 3 роки тому

I so love Cali's curl tufts on her ears, makes her look like she got a doggie perm.

@bluejijiikemen5537 3 роки тому

My daily routine begins with enjoying "My Self Reliance". This video refreshes me. Sincerely thank.

@patriciabarnes6664 3 роки тому

Always a pleasure to watch you at work, Shawn, and so much to learn at the same time too. Your dedication and skills, not to mention all the work you put into every single process, is an inspiration. There's absolutely nothing not to like or admire here... Keep doing what you are doing. God bless. Cali is such a sweetheart... She adores her pops, and waiting patiently for pops attention. She is such a sweetheart.

@garyhand4701 3 роки тому

Looks great. can't wait to see fruit or root cellar finished. Looking forward to see how you store fruit and vegetables in it.

@ettamargason4995 3 роки тому

I checked my heart rate and blood pressure and both go down after I have spent some time watching your videos! Didn’t know you were a Dr and Therapist to all of us on top of everything else, did you? God Bless You and Your Family and keep you safe. Thank you for Health, Strength, and Great Beauty surrounding you and us all!🙂🏕

@j.b.9581 3 роки тому

I get chills all up and down my spine in some of the scenes. It's just me, but what you are doing is amazing. Wish I could be there in the quiet solitude, working and surviving like you. GodSpeed.

@MartVerstappen61160 3 роки тому

You are making great progress there Shawn. I'm very impressed with your wood working skills. The cellar will be a fantastic asset towards self reliance. Looking forward to the next episode and following progress with interest. Keep up the good work. Boop to Cali 😉

@lindanicholas1705 3 роки тому

Looking good mate. The owl seems pretty interested in you. You know with the big zukinies you cut them length wise, 3/4 down, scoop out the middle, fill with minced or diced meat and vegies. Put the lid on and place in say, your pizza oven and bake. It cooks the food wonderfully and gives flavour to the stew....thanks again for a wonderful vid...love Kelly.....

@MJ-lz1km 3 роки тому

Linda I think Shawn is on a diet, have not seen him cooking for a long time!

@melodytenisch6232 3 роки тому

@@MJ-lz1km 😂

@LivinInSim 3 роки тому

...and you can eat the dishes!! 😋

@Reuben04164 3 роки тому

Mister Shawn James, you are sir the true Renaissance Man!!!!!

@kkaamils 3 роки тому

I have been following your channel from the beginning. These videos have been therapeutic for me. Helped me gather my peace and somehow made dealing with side effects of cancer treatment a bit easier.

@daveyjoweaver5183 3 роки тому

What Fun Shawn and Cali! Cali always puts a smile on my face, as does a MSR notification! Kind Thanks! You've been doing the work of 10 men it seems to me. Your land becomes paradise more and more and I'm honored that you share it with us! I know it's a lot extra, your great videography! But Please know it is Greatly Appreciated! Love, Light, Peace, Joy and Abundance! DaveyJO in Pa.

@melodytenisch6232 3 роки тому

😊Lovely comment!

@pennysmith6276 3 роки тому

Wow, you have so many things going on right now! You’ve really accomplished so much this summer. Great job! My favorite is Cali Girl’s swimmin hole.

@trulighttrulight8222 3 роки тому

words can not express how glad I am to see the band saw and tractor ...well done...The possibilities are just too great. This is and has been so enjoyable to watch your amazing time here ..again ..well done

@deloresochoa6235 3 роки тому

Thank you for sharing your amazing life with my family. GOD bless you and your family. Love and Blessings from south Texas!

@caseyhunter2504 3 роки тому

This is awesome! This structure looks like it won't rot any time soon. This guy is the definition of what hard work turns into. "Ain't nothing to it but to do it." Thanks as always Shawn!

@0623kaboom 3 роки тому

it doesnt have to be hard work ... a few logs each day and eventually you get there .. sure it takes longer ... BUT it still gets done and you still get time to enjoy life while you can appreciate it the best ... once it's done you can sit back in the waning years and appreciate the effort you did then to relax in comfort now.

@petermoro790 3 роки тому

the sound from the wood drill is the best sound ever

@1123pawel 3 роки тому

I think its boring. Literally lol.

@HipHopCantSaveMe 3 роки тому

Ya I wasn't expecting that, it was a different sound than I was anticipating lol

@artistaloca4 3 роки тому

Sounds of freeing veggies from the garden was equally as tasty to me

@artistaloca4 3 роки тому

Sounds of admitting self sufficiency is not obtainable when holding on to one's own past was sad... 😑

@brittanyjustice6120 3 роки тому

@@1123pawel I am mad that I laughed at that!

@NeilBolton101 3 роки тому

This vlog have given me such peace in a month of great personal loss. Thanks so much for creating such authentic and inspirational videos. Keep up the good work!

@timange124 3 роки тому

Thank you for the silence. The little bit of music is perfect (and good choice on the song at the beginning). Editing is perfection. The videos are long, but every second is enjoyable. A man of many talents. Great content.

@ainsygray 3 роки тому

Just the video I needed so much diarheaa going on at the moment across the web/world , coffee in hand resting after week of hard work , peacefull

@ozenfant_ozn 3 роки тому

i am once again - well, weekly - absolutly impressed by your craftsmanship, not only the building, gardening etc. also the accompanying nonchalance you have achieved at filming and producing your vlogs about it all.

@andytierney2387 3 роки тому

hi well i am always enjoying your videos i am the English man in China, i am a 57 year old disabled person with multiple scleroses.. i wish that i could have known about this way of life when i was 30 as this would have been good for me. Cali is lovely and very laid back. i hope in the future you would consider getting a bee hive, then you would have a good way of pollinating you flowers veg and fruit trees. but it is nice to listen and watch your journey, from a hectic life to a more natural and some what more fulfilling. please keep it going as i am one of thousands who enjoy watching your story of self reliance. it is good to see that you adapt to the change of what is important in life and what is necessary to you. i am waiting to see how you build the green house. the way you built the root seller was wonderful and intuitive using old methods that the Japanese used over many year. so please try and show as much of each build as possilbe as i am a fan of learning old and new techniques, again many thanks Andy

@abrenning2499 3 роки тому

I’ve garden my entire life and have trained as a Master Gardener. I have never seen abundance like you have achieved particularly in light if it being the first year. Although you have added compost, forest soil is very weak in growing nutrients but your plants flourish. And, perhaps due to Cali, it has not become a wild animal feeding station. Everything you do is impressive but this garden is way up on the list of great work. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@Richie016 3 роки тому

Extraordinary living Mr Shawn, that's some impressive work👍🏻

@stephaniebotfield5752 3 роки тому

I’m so pleased to see you taking the back breaking jobs the slightly easier way. Nothing is ever going to get you to ask for help, is there James. Cali is a credit to you plus she’s company, in a way. If things were different I’d ask for a fortnights holiday. Lmfo seriously the sound of birds bees anything is always peaceful. Take serious care of yourself now. Xx

@kasamiller5144 3 роки тому

Wow! You're one of a kind Mr James..very hard workung.Can't wait to see the finished product.Have a Blessed weekend nd take care.❤ from Fiji..👍👍

@carolynveith9167 3 роки тому

I love to see the way you evolve things. A little at a time, and the result is practical and beautiful. Love the music, as always.

@stephentrujillo7555 3 роки тому

When ever i want to appreciate beautiful craftmanship, beautiful outdoor scenery, learn new things. This is where i go. Especially to just relaxe and enjoy watching my favorite channel. Thanks so much for the best content ever!!! We really appreciate you brother!!

@ryantoemmes9685 3 роки тому

Big Project Shawn ~ Here we go 💪🏻👏

@katherinekinnaird4408 3 роки тому

What an absolutely beautiful place. Sometimes I pause the screen just to look at every single plant and leaf and rock and side of the Hill. Thank you for sharing your adventure and expertise with us. Good health to you and your family. From Bakersfield California USA.

@butwereallsombdyspecial 3 роки тому

I experience a great deal of peace watching these videos. Thank you for sharing your life with us.🙏

@noocemiller6005 3 роки тому

Oh my gosh I was watching your video and when your barred owl hooted my dog jumped up ran to the window and gave a gruff bark- he thought it was our own barred owl that lives in our woods here! He’s still growling, wondering how that darned owl got into our house! 😂😂🤣

@bfife444 3 роки тому

Your hands can't fail you know, too much to do. Blessing always. Bless hands.✌❤

@LlL-nw5qv 3 роки тому

I LOVE THE DOG WITH THE TOY.. SHAWN JAMES YOU ARE THE BEST ,,,GOD BLESS YOU.

@josephsauve1921 3 роки тому

With the Jurassic world garden growing, you definitely will need a big root cellar. I for one love the work done with hand tools. I also like the big boy power tools. Great job

@aubieal0878 3 роки тому

Joseph Sauve what were those Jurassic Park greens Shawn pulled up, not cabbage, and I don’t believe it’s greens harvesting season, isn’t that the one you wait for a cold frost? Wish grandmothers, and mama were alive to see these videos of the garden...boy would they holler about the size and quantity, and they’d probably have good advice on things he had questions about growing.

@heatherclayton-callaghan4270 3 роки тому

@@aubieal0878 ... i can't be sure without going back to re-watch the video but I had the feeling it was "COMFREY".

@sassykat7605 3 роки тому

Yes, Comfrey he planted to enrich the soil

@GonePottyGardening 3 роки тому

such a naturally talented man, awesome viewing, best channel going 🙂👍

@normanshadow1 3 роки тому

I love how you intersperse the work with beautiful footage of nature, after all isn't it the reason why we love all this

@joaohidalgo2596 3 роки тому

Today Sunday, beautiful sunny day, the sea is calm and looking at this video made me want to go to my modest ranch 30 kilometers from my house on the beach, I can't complain about anything, I thank God for everything I got with work and dedication but far from being a "My Self Reliance"

@rvingwego1334 3 роки тому

What can't you do bro? Amazing as all ways.

@harrietmanuelito1703 3 роки тому

I'm hooked on your building channel 😍. gives me an excuse not to do house chores 😀😀 thank you for another great video.

@budsforyou5908 3 роки тому

At approximately 33:00 you whisper to yourself, "alright". Yes sir you are. I look forward to your next post as always. As I've texted once before, you are a rare breed, a man amongst men. My utmost respect....

@mark1981 3 роки тому

Your labor and fruits of it are an inspiration.

@ws775 3 роки тому

It's cute how Cali wags her tail even when in the water.

@Luke-en1jj 3 роки тому

Never fails to impress when you put your mind to something

@VickyMarinho 3 роки тому

This is one of my favorites videos on construction in this channel.

@bonniesadler5379 3 роки тому

Shawn it is so good to see your getting your root cellar done. Love to watch you work. That Cali girl is a mess, love to watch her play. Keep up the great work.

@lunayahwitch 3 роки тому

That comfrey is enormous!

@ricksmith6537 3 роки тому

My grand parents didn’t have a root cellar but we buried in the ground with straw all kinds of vegetables cabbage - carrots - apples - hard squash etc - kept really good all winter

@HipHopCantSaveMe 3 роки тому

No rodents got to them?

@ricksmith6537 3 роки тому

A Gregs nope

@user-ew6cu5mg4u 3 роки тому

Sunday morning and a big cup of coffee. Pure Joy. Greetings from Finland!

@elguille878 3 роки тому

I loved this dog. I can see that she is your partner and best friend. Nice proyect, thanks.

@travm6501 3 роки тому

Ya know what shawn, I used to be just like you. Built my own log cabin, root cellar, wood shop. I had this big forest garden that was filled with vegetable's. I even had a dog that followed me around all over my property. Eventually I had to wake up and roll my lazy butt out of the bed. great vid as always!

@MySelfReliance 3 роки тому

😂

@melodytenisch6232 3 роки тому

😂😁

@daveb5324 3 роки тому

had me going there ..that was funny i can relate\

@sandyjuntunen4088 3 роки тому

Shawn said his land wasn't really good for farming. Imagine what he'd do with good farmland.

@ziguzanuzoon 3 роки тому

i can see the soil and can tell you that land is has really good soil so no that land if very good for farming

@janishott 3 роки тому

Its rolling for one thing but I'm sure he doesn't want to clear any more of it than he needs to. Its so beautiful in the forest.

@janishott 3 роки тому

I love that Cali is keeping her "dummy" close by, at all times, just in case.

@mycelticstardust 3 роки тому

@@janishott Terrace gardening would work! Just follow the land! With that dirt, I could grow enough to feed three families and chickens! You don't need much but, Just plan well and use it wisely! Shaun is living my dream!

@philiptipping6738 3 роки тому

The cost of losing more trees, against more garden just may be a price to hard to pay.

@reelmatthewswinslow 3 роки тому

Really looking forward to end product of this build. Everything up to now has really made its way into my weekend routine. Usually a Sunday morning, wake up, make coffee and watch this channel

@rubyjools 3 роки тому

Wonderful filming & photography as we have come to expect Shaun. I have had my Saturday Reliance fix. Merci from France. 🇫🇷

@happypheetphotographyBYWILEY 3 роки тому

Greetings Shawn - Just watched beginning to end and enjoyed every minute. Can't wait for the next episode. Your building skills are amazing to watch. I have never missed a video and hope I never do, your evolving saga is absolutely the best thing on UKposts. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, skills, insights, enthusiasm and of course Cali. Have a great week end. Best Regards, Randy in Arizona, USA

@majesticpug8240 3 роки тому

Happy Pheet Photography Randy Wiley I just agreed with everything you said and I live in Arizona to always wanted to live in Canada

@daveb5324 3 роки тому

Hes got to be a master carpenter at least..

@janishott 3 роки тому

Cali is such a comedian, every so often, especially when Shawn is explaining some technical detail, she jogs across the field behind him with one of those orange dummy things in her mouth, then 10 minutes later, she comes back across from the other direction , still 100 ft behind Shawn. LOL. Doesn't turn her head to look at Shawn or the camera. It just cracks me up.