A Small Tractor to Log my Forest and Build My Homestead
I'm using a 35 HP tractor to help me manage my forest and build my homestead.
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Spring! A Week in the Sugar Bush
This year, my wife and I are on a path to dramatically improve our health by eating and living more ancestrally - only natural foods, more sunlight, more heat and cold exposure, natural cleaning products and more. Maple syrup from our forest is the first foraged/harvested food of the year.
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Where I've Been for the Last 2 Months | I Install New Windows in my Off Grid Log Cabin, Home Again!
After 6 weeks on the road exploring the sunny American south, I return to the cabin on the coldest day of the year. On the first warmer day, I take advantage of the winter thaw to replace the front windows on the cabin, from salvaged single pane wood fixed windows to new wood and double pane awning windows that will provide better insulation in the winter and more ventilation in the summer.
I talk about where I've been, show some footage of the American southwest and share some plans for upcoming projects.
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84TIpDlbOagIrjDoWU?si=87a26de90e0e41b5
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Hi, I'm Shawn James. I am a passionate outdoorsman living the life of my dreams in a log cabin that I built by myself in the Canadian wilderness. Join me and my golden retriever, Cali and listen to the sounds of the forest in this relaxing wilderness setting. I prefer to keep my talking to a minimum and let the natural sounds of nature make you feel as though you are there with me.
MY SHAWN JAMES YOUTUBE CHANNEL - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5L_M7BF5iait4FzEbwKCAg
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Mail:
200 Manitoba St., Unit 3, Suite 415
Bracebridge, ON P1L 2E2
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AMAZON LINKS: https://www.amazon.com/shop/myselfreliance
Best of My Self Reliance: https://bit.ly/2OfW7ry
2022 OFF GRID CABIN LIFE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPnTFccPGm33LnMVlB9J1D0m
OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPkGrISWOKvY_0uMOjJI-Chv
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPlwY0hqcJOT6bw5z-MpmfKy
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPnAe9mk5qKu-RQvRTk6dhpG
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPm0Hfb7sidZBHx3GVLL7JQB
BUSHCRAFT & SURVIVAL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPk2dpiJb-wfPrpJkodkS7g7
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200 Manitoba St., Unit 3, Suite 415
Bracebridge, ON P1L 2E2
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Installing a Clawfoot Tub and Walnut Countertop in Bathroom in my Hand Built Off Grid Log Cabin
I install a claw foot tub, a vanity with walnut countertop and copper sink and a composting toilet in the bathroom of my off grid log cabin.
Log Cabin Building, Bushcraft, Survival Skills, Cooking, Canadian Wilderness, Off Grid Living, Homesteading
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84TIpDlbOagIrjDoWU?si=87a26de90e0e41b5
Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2261599/episodes
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myselfreliance
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/MySelfReliance
Hi, I'm Shawn James. I am a passionate outdoorsman living the life of my dreams in a log cabin that I built by myself in the Canadian wilderness. Join me and my golden retriever, Cali and listen to the sounds of the forest in this relaxing wilderness setting. I prefer to keep my talking to a minimum and let the natural sounds of nature make you feel as though you are there with me.
MY SHAWN JAMES YOUTUBE CHANNEL - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5L_M7BF5iait4FzEbwKCAg
MERCHANDISE - https://teespring.com/stores/my-self-reliance
Mail:
200 Manitoba St., Unit 3, Suite 415
Bracebridge, ON P1L 2E2
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15. Turning Passion into Business and Living Nomadically
When Dan and Candice's paths crossed at a yoga studio market, little did they know that their shared love for the earth would sprout into Live Edge, a beacon of sustainability in the world of woodworking. Their story, a tapestry of environmental stewardship and artistic craftsmanship, unfolds as they recount the growth of their business, from repurposing fallen trees into stunning furniture to strengthening the fabric of their community through local markets. Join us and be inspired by a couple who've turned their backs on city chaos for the tranquillity of rural life, proving that with passion and resilience, you can not only build a beautiful life but also make a positive impact on the planet.
Our conversation swerves from the warm glow of woodworking to the colder, more introspective side of life — embracing discomfort and the transformative nature of practices like cold plunging. The duo shares candid moments of failure and the rocky road to success, encouraging us to appreciate the sweetness of triumph against the backdrop of struggle. They also open up about their non-traditional approach to education and parenting, inviting us to question the status quo and consider the richness of experience over the conventional paths we've come to accept.
Peering into the future, Dan and Candice give us a glimpse of their Off-Grid Oasis, a dream in the making, where sustainable living isn't just an ideal but a tangible, year-round journey. With plans for a deck that doubles as a music space to the year-round growth of their gardens, the couple shares their vision for a life that's as close to nature's heartbeat as one can get. So pull up a chair and let the serenity of their story wash over you, as we explore the wild, wonderful world of Live Edge in this episode.
Live Edge Forest Links
Website - https://www.liveedgeforest.com/
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/live_edge_forest/
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Buying Cheap Land - You Need Way Less (or More) Than You Think
Here's how I've been purchasing relatively cheap land since I was 17 years old. I have discovered that you need a lot more land and infrastructure than you think to raise livestock but you can also grow enough food for you and your family on a lot less acreage than you think if you focus on fruit, nuts and vegetables. What I didn't mention in this video is that I've witnessed, three times in the last decade, farmer friends selling off their herds because hay and grain was too expensive or not available due to drought in various parts of the country. Based on the snow we've received in the middle and mid eastern part of the continent so far this winter, 2024 is going to be another drought year with low production of hay, grain and maybe other food crops.
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My mission on this channel is to help YOU and your family live your dream life so you can become more self reliant, happy, fulfilled and prepared for challenging times.
You can expect to hear more about the way I live, how I got into massive debt, how I got out of it, what drove me to live the outdoor lifestyle and how I'm more prepared than ever to weather the storms of 2024 and beyond. I answer your questions, I interview people who are living unconventional lives, I try to inspire and motivate you to pursue the life of your dreams, I give you the tips I used to live my dream life and I reflect on my own life - past, present and future.
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Mailing Address:
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Bracebridge, ON P1L 2E2
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When I was your age, Here's What I Did - You Can Afford to Be Prepared, 1st Step
A quick back story of my self reliance journey and what I suggest as a 1st step to become more resilient and prepared for any crisis event, big or small.
Thanks for Watching!
My mission on this channel is to help YOU and your family live your dream life so you can become more self reliant, happy, fulfilled and prepared for challenging times.
You can expect to hear more about the way I live, how I got into massive debt, how I got out of it, what drove me to live the outdoor lifestyle and how I'm more prepared than ever to weather the storms of 2024 and beyond. I answer your questions, I interview people who are living unconventional lives, I try to inspire and motivate you to pursue the life of your dreams, I give you the tips I used to live my dream life and I reflect on my own life - past, present and future.
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84TIpDlbOagIrjDoWU?si=87a26de90e0e41b5
Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2261599/episodes
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myselfreliance
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After 10 Years Creating Content, Why Now?
Why start speaking my mind now after 10 years of staying relatively silent?
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You'll Own Nothing and You'll Be Happy | The End of "My" Self Reliance?
These are the goals of the World Economic Forum. While they're well intentioned, I'm extremely concerned about the methods and chronology of implementation.
https://sdgs.un.org/2030agenda
Sustainable Development Goals
Goal 1. End poverty in all its forms everywhere
Goal 2. End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
Goal 3. Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
Goal 4. Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
Goal 5. Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
Goal 6. Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all
Goal 7. Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
Goal 8. Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
Goal 9. Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
Goal 10. Reduce inequality within and among countries
Goal 11. Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
Goal 12. Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Goal 13. Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts*
Goal 14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
Goal 15. Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
Goal 16. Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
Goal 17. Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development
* Acknowledging that the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is the primary international, intergovernmental forum for negotiating the global response to climate change.
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14. Preparedness: Thriving in a World of Uncertainty, with Canadian Prepper
Prepare to have your perspective on preparedness reshaped as we sit down with Nate from Canadian Prepper, a voice of reason and guidance in the world of survivalism and self-reliance. Amid the chaos of a global pandemic, Nate's insights on the surge in demand for trustworthy information over basic survival skills and gear reviews underscore the complexities that content creators face, especially when navigating the realms of censorship and demonetization. His dedication to providing authentic analysis is a beacon for those seeking to understand and adapt to the uncertainty of our times.
Venturing further into the heart of readiness, our chat traverses the landscape of the Bugout Roll, Nate's invention catering to the organized prepper. Yet, it's not just about the gear; it's about the evolution from simple emergency bags to the grand vision of a self-sustainable homestead, a testament to the depth of the prepping community's journey. We confront the post-pandemic proliferation of exploitative companies, the stigma of prepping, and the indispensable role of community in forging a bulwark against burgeoning global threats like climate change and cyber warfare.
Rounding out our discussion, we tackle the societal vulnerabilities laid bare by the pandemic, emphasizing the necessity of preparedness for personal freedoms and societal resilience. Nate's perspective on the preparedness of the wealthy versus the resourcefulness of indigenous communities offers a profound take on global instability and technological advancements. Our exploration doesn't just inform—it empowers you to take ownership of your preparedness in a world where personal responsibility is the cornerstone of collective security. Join us for this profound episode that will leave you contemplating the role of preparedness in an unpredictable future.
Canadian Prepper Links
YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/@CanadianPrepper
Website
canadianpreparedness.com
Facebook
facebook.com/Canadianpreparedness
Instagram
instagram.com/canadian_prepper/?hl=en
TikTok
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Merchandise - https://teespring.com/stores/my-self-reliance
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What To Do if You Don't Have Land During Hard Times
How I spent a lifetime preparing for times like this.
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Why I Have 2 Homesteads | HAPPY NEW YEAR!
My mindset has changed from simple living and homesteading for the pleasure and satisfaction to comprehensive self reliance, prepping for a changing world. I explain why I've been developing two separate homestead for the last four years and by showing you how I've done it, I can hopefully help you achieve similar self reliance.
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2022 OFF GRID CABIN LIFE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUSHCRAFT & SURVIVAL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
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Clearing Forest for New Buildings, The Chainsaws I Use and Preparing for Maple Sugar Season
An unseasonably warm and dry December allows me to clear massive beech trees to prepare for my next major building projects. I explain what chainsaws I use and I use a tractor to move a heavy maple syrup boiler into place. I explain why I'm building three more structures in this location and how I plan on keeping busy and productive when it's time to shelter in place.
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Best of My Self Reliance: https://bit.ly/2OfW7ry
2022 OFF GRID CABIN LIFE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUSHCRAFT & SURVIVAL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
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2024 is Going to be a Lot Different
I don't like where this is going so I am making changes at My Self Reliance in 2024 that are probably going to hurt my channel. Happy New Year and best wishes to you and your family in 2024! Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84TIpDlbOagIrjDoWU?si=87a26de90e0e41b5 Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2261599/episodes Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myselfreliance Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/MySelfReliance
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Christmas Dinner at a Log Cabin 2023
My wife, Emily and Erin join Cali and I to have an early Christmas dinner prepared on the wood cookstove in my off grid log cabin.
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
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Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myselfreliance
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It's Cali's 7th Birthday Today | A Dog's Best Life
I can't imagine a dog with a better life than our Golden Retriever, Cali!
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OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUSHCRAFT & SURVIVAL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
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Materialism to Minimalism: The Road to a Nomadic Life, Podcast Ep13 with Cody and Kellie
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Ever dreamed of trading your daily grind for a life on the road? Imagine swapping your morning commute for a breathtaking sunrise over the Grand Canyon, or your cubicle for a secluded beach. This week, we're joined by Kellie and Cody, a couple who've done just that. They've taken the leap into a nomadic lifestyle, transforming a truck camper into their cozy mobile home.
https://www.youtube.com/@UCRDJcwYEWmDPSmYd3lsBtvg
https://www.instagram.com/codyandkellie/
Kellie and Cody generously share the highs and lows of their journey with us, from the awe-inspiring wildlife encounters to the challenges of finding safe places to stay. We also dig into the profound shift in mindset required when transitioning to a minimalist, travel-focused lifestyle. We learn how they've distanced themselves from materialistic impulses and redefined their understanding of success. But it's not all about the philosophical — we also dive into the practicalities of staying fit on the road, the trials of having a dog along for the ride, and the financial realities of nomadic living.
In this episode, we also open up about our own plans to hit the road with our dog in our truck camper, and how these conversations have inspired us. There's plenty of light-hearted chat too, as we swap travel tales and plans with our guests. So, whether you're flirting with the idea of a nomadic lifestyle, curious about RV living, or just love a good travel yarn, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and stories. Come join us for an inspiring journey into the world of nomadic living!
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OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUSHCRAFT & SURVIVAL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
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Root Cellar Build Start to Finish & Tour | Storing Food for 25 Years Off Grid, A Year's Food for 2
Walk through my recently completed off grid root cellar with me.
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The complete build from start to finish, followed by a walk through tour where I explain exactly how and why I build the cold cellar and how I am storing at least a full year's worth of food for two, much of it packaged to last 25 years.
Log Cabin Building, Bushcraft, Survival Skills, Cooking, Canadian Wilderness, Off Grid Living, Homesteading
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84TIpDlbOagIrjDoWU?si=87a26de90e0e41b5
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A Bull Moose Attacked my Deer Target | Details of my 2023 Deer Hunt
As the 2023 harvest season winds down, my freezers are full of wild game and produce from the garden as I hunt and process my last animal of the year, the most mature whitetail deer buck on my property. Three bull moose and a cow are hanging around the cabin right now and one or more of the bulls attacks my deer archery target, breaking it's legs.
I explain the challenges wild animals face in my area, from competition for limited resources to deep snow and wolves, and where the deer go when the snow gets deep as it is now.
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2022 OFF GRID CABIN LIFE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-...
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
BUSHCRAFT & SURVIVAL: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
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Thirteen Years to Self Reliance | Freeing my Family from Authoritarianism
Taking the final steps in food security over the last three months has convinced me that the self reliance foundation I starting laying thirteen years ago has finally resulted in the freedom that I've been seeking since I was a teenager 40 long years ago. I believe that at least the next 7 years are going to be tough, with high inflation, diminishing freedom of speech, mobility and quality of life and decreased access to healthy foods, clean water, cheap energy and rural living.
In this video, I document my life in Canada from September to December, including hiking in the mountains, flyfishing, bowhunting of small and big game (moose and deer), growing and storing food, making lard and bone broth, fleshing hides, cutting and wrapping wild meat and many encounters with wildlife - bear, deer, moose, caribou, bighorn sheep, pika, chipmunks, grouse, turkeys and more.
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84TIpDlbOagIrjDoWU?si=87a26de90e0e41b5
Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2261599/episodes
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myselfreliance
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9 Months in the Wilderness with My Dog
Log cabin living, camping, hiking, snowshoeing, food growing, foraging, archery, wildlife viewing, filming, fishing, hunting and cooking wild foods from January to August this year in the wilderness.
Log Cabin Building, Bushcraft, Survival Skills, Cooking, Canadian Wilderness, Off Grid Living, Homesteading
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84T...
Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2261599/ep...
Patreon:
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Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/MySelfReliance
Hi, I'm Shawn James. I am a passionate outdoorsman living the life of my dreams in a log cabin that I built by myself in the Canadian wilderness. Join me and my golden retriever, Cali and listen to the sounds of the forest in this relaxing wilderness setting. I prefer to keep my talking to a minimum and let the natural sounds of nature make you feel as though you are there with me.
MY SHAWN JAMES YOUTUBE CHANNEL -
/ @shawnjames1
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Building an Off Grid Cold Cellar, Log Cabin Life, Cast Iron Cooking
I'm finishing the root cellar one section at at time - this week I install a floor in the breezeway section, move the freezer back into place and set up a metal rack to store mason jars full of preserved and dried food. On the new wood cookstove, I make moose and lasagna sandwiches with fresh homemade sourdough bread.
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/40OgrDO
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pym84TIpDlbOagIrjDoWU?si=87a26de90e0e41b5
Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2261599/episodes
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myselfreliance
Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/MySelfReliance
Hi, I'm Shawn James. I am a passionate outdoorsman living the life of my dreams in a log cabin that I built by myself in the Canadian wilderness. Join me and my golden retriever, Cali and listen to the sounds of the forest in this relaxing wilderness setting. I prefer to keep my talking to a minimum and let the natural sounds of nature make you feel as though you are there with me.
MY SHAWN JAMES YOUTUBE CHANNEL - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5L_M7BF5iait4FzEbwKCAg
MERCHANDISE - https://teespring.com/stores/my-self-reliance
Mail:
200 Manitoba St., Unit 3, Suite 415
Bracebridge, ON P1L 2E2
CLOTHING: https://teespring.com/stores/my-self-reliance
AMAZON LINKS: https://www.amazon.com/shop/myselfreliance
Best of My Self Reliance: https://bit.ly/2OfW7ry
2022 OFF GRID CABIN LIFE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPnTFccPGm33LnMVlB9J1D0m
OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPkGrISWOKvY_0uMOjJI-Chv
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPlwY0hqcJOT6bw5z-MpmfKy
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPnAe9mk5qKu-RQvRTk6dhpG
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPm0Hfb7sidZBHx3GVLL7JQB
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My Self Reliance/Shawn James
200 Manitoba St., Unit 3, Suite 415
Bracebridge, ON P1L 2E2
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Managing My Forest for Firewood
My land has a large diversity of micro ecosystems with different tree and plant species in each zone. Directly around the cabin, the ground is deep sand with a thin layer of organic matter on top and supports mostly pine, fir and spruce with pockets of old and dying shade intolerant species such as cherry, red maple, ironwood and birch. Since these are low quality and dying off, I'm harvesting them for firewood and leaving the superior quality red oaks and sugar maples to become the dominant species in select areas. For wildlife, I'm cutting openings in the forest where those same shade intolerant species can thrive along with quaking aspen, all important wildlife foods. Around the workshop, Beech bark disease is killing all of the mature trees and occurs as the result of an insect-fungus complex where an invasive beech scale insect feeds on the bark of the tree, creating cracks that allow a native canker fungi (Nectria) to enter. The mature trees are falling and are being replaced by hundreds of beech root sprouts, creating thickets of trees that also die as soon as they reach a certain age and size, starting the process over again.
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1st Snow of the Year, My Wife Joins me for Bowhunting Season in the North Woods
My wife joins me for deer season at the cabin in the north woods where we cook duck breasts for dinner on the wood stove, practice traditional archery and prepare for the first snowfall of the season.
Thanks for watching!
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Best of My Self Reliance: https://bit.ly/2OfW7ry
2022 OFF GRID CABIN LIFE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPnTFccPGm33LnMVlB9J1D0m
OFF GRID LIVING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPkGrISWOKvY_0uMOjJI-Chv
COOKING: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPlwY0hqcJOT6bw5z-MpmfKy
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPnAe9mk5qKu-RQvRTk6dhpG
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-UbUksm4nPm0Hfb7sidZBHx3GVLL7JQB
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Bracebridge, ON P1L 2E2
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Meat Eater | Moose, Deer and Bear from the Wilderness, Bone Broth, Tallow in the Cold November Rain
Cold November rain, snow and mild sunny weather from one day to the next, but all suitable temperatures to butcher and wrap moose, bear and deer steaks and mincemeat and to render tallow and simmer bone broth on the wood cookstove in the outdoor kitchen. The challenges of harvesting, processing and storing meat at an off grid log cabin homestead are apparent this year and I talk about what plans on have to make next year's harvest season more efficient.
Podcast I refer to;
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/ shawnjames1
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2022 OFF GRID CABIN LIFE:
• 2022 Off Grid Cabin Life
OFF GRID LIVING:
• Log Cabin & Off Grid Living
COOKING:
• Cooking at the Cabin
BUILDING LOG CABIN WITH HAND TOOLS:
• Building a Log Cabin Alone in the Wil...
BUILDING OFF GRID SAUNA:
• Building an Off Grid Sauna
BUSHCRAFT & SURVIVAL:
• Bushcraft & Survival
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My Self Reliance/Shawn James
200 Manitoba St., Unit 3, Suite 41
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