Lifting a 400 Pound (181 kilos) Log onto the Roof of a Log Cabin Alone
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Date: 2020-11-30
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DreamsSketcher
I admire your ability and get it done spirit. With thought and planning. I grew up in the country and we were not bubble wrapped. But still, my heart was in my throat a few times watching this. I have known can-do, very experienced capable men who died slipping off a 10 foot ladder. Hitting their head. In town. Or getting pulled off a barn roof to their death in a flash. Things can happen quickly. As a wife I would be thrilled my hubby is living his dream and flourishing, but also dreading not hearing from him and holding my breath going to the cabin, waiting to see him alive and well. Not injured or worse alone in the forest. I have friends who have spent their entire lives scrapping a living as trappers and guides. It is not a romantic way of life. They love the wild but their marriages, and mental health have suffered. I think it is different if you are well set up with the means and as long as your health holds out. But full credit to you. You are doing it. Amazing progress. I understand the appeal. I enjoy seeing what you share with us.
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I admire your ability and get it done spirit. With thought and planning. I grew up in the country and we were not bubble wrapped. But still, my heart was in my throat a few times watching this. I have known can-do, very experienced capable men who died slipping off a 10 foot ladder. Hitting their head. In town. Or getting pulled off a barn roof to their death in a flash. Things can happen quickly. As a wife I would be thrilled my hubby is living his dream and flourishing, but also dreading not hearing from him and holding my breath going to the cabin, waiting to see him alive and well. Not injured or worse alone in the forest. I have friends who have spent their entire lives scrapping a living as trappers and guides. It is not a romantic way of life. They love the wild but their marriages, and mental health have suffered. I think it is different if you are well set up with the means and as long as your health holds out. But full credit to you. You are doing it. Amazing progress. I understand the appeal. I enjoy seeing what you share with us.
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Dale
Yesterday, I watched the roofing of the sauna, and noted that you have managed to keep the trees in question intact to this point. Kudos! You'll probably have to make some adjustments as the trunks widen, but looks like you will have the shade you need! I wondered why didn't you use a tripod with block and tackle to lift the logs, then realized that the straps, come-along and ramps worked as well, and maybe better. But there was still a lot of bull - work involved. I admire your intestinal fortitude to keep at it, despite the weather conditions! As always, stay safe!
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Yesterday, I watched the roofing of the sauna, and noted that you have managed to keep the trees in question intact to this point. Kudos! You'll probably have to make some adjustments as the trunks widen, but looks like you will have the shade you need! I wondered why didn't you use a tripod with block and tackle to lift the logs, then realized that the straps, come-along and ramps worked as well, and maybe better. But there was still a lot of bull - work involved. I admire your intestinal fortitude to keep at it, despite the weather conditions! As always, stay safe!
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conundrum
I have an idea/question. Please anyone feel free to provide details as to why my idea will not work. Rather than storing your logs horizontally, store them vertically against surrounding live trees. This method would help to prevent rot/dry and keep you having to dig them out of the snow if u know u will be using during winter. A person could lean and/or lash them against said tree till needed. So will this work?
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I have an idea/question. Please anyone feel free to provide details as to why my idea will not work. Rather than storing your logs horizontally, store them vertically against surrounding live trees. This method would help to prevent rot/dry and keep you having to dig them out of the snow if u know u will be using during winter. A person could lean and/or lash them against said tree till needed. So will this work?
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Cur
man's roof is damn near a foot thick. I think it'll handle that snow load. But, I get it. Being wrong is way worse than being right. Wrong about that roof's capabilities could get you killed. So yeah, get the snow off it for less than 30.
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man's roof is damn near a foot thick. I think it'll handle that snow load. But, I get it. Being wrong is way worse than being right. Wrong about that roof's capabilities could get you killed. So yeah, get the snow off it for less than 30.
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John
Hi Sean, watching you rake the snow reminded me of my experience with wood buildings that dont have rain gutters. Water from roof will eventually rot the logs closest to the ground in the drip area.
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Hi Sean, watching you rake the snow reminded me of my experience with wood buildings that dont have rain gutters. Water from roof will eventually rot the logs closest to the ground in the drip area.
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Martin
Thank you for the awesome education and entertainment. I would like to make you aware that you look really healthy. My wife and family say you look great with some length to your hair and beard
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Thank you for the awesome education and entertainment. I would like to make you aware that you look really healthy. My wife and family say you look great with some length to your hair and beard
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Glenys
you seem a lot more chirpy these last few videos, its lovely to see. not that I haven't enjoyed all your others. i hope something good has put a smile on your face. i love what you're doing
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you seem a lot more chirpy these last few videos, its lovely to see. not that I haven't enjoyed all your others. i hope something good has put a smile on your face. i love what you're doing
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Maureen
I often watch u build things. Man! Your a hard worker all by yourself. And do good jobs. Love your dog. Shes cute and seems to want to play toss all the time
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I often watch u build things. Man! Your a hard worker all by yourself. And do good jobs. Love your dog. Shes cute and seems to want to play toss all the time
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christina
I have a question Shawn. How many times do you suppose you have thrown that plastic orange thingy for Cali in the last two years?
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I have a question Shawn. How many times do you suppose you have thrown that plastic orange thingy for Cali in the last two years?
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Lone
I say one thing your certainly one working person. Cali just cracks me up with her jumping after the throwing of the snow.
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I say one thing your certainly one working person. Cali just cracks me up with her jumping after the throwing of the snow.
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