Revealing The Plan For Our New Land!

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  • @kmanyrivers
    @kmanyrivers Před rokem +296

    Moving to the mountains is no joke. I recommend you sit on this land and observe it for a year, figure out where the water is and how it moves, how storms move through the area. Think about ACCESS. You are building in a stressed forest (!) and fire is a real danger. You must have multiple ways off your property. Don't move too fast just bc you want to keep us as an audience. I would just as soon see you harden your current situation with a tornado shelter. ❤❤❤

    • @lindak3030
      @lindak3030 Před rokem +23

      This. A underground tornado shelter/bunker is a must. And it'll take a long time, but in/out on 2 sides is necessary. Canada is burning right now. It happens.

    • @shsharrell9267
      @shsharrell9267 Před rokem +9

      Good advise, they are learning as they go. A lit to think about. Got to love them.

    • @carrie3206
      @carrie3206 Před rokem +13

      I was thinking the same thing. They need two ways out for sure, due to fire!

    • @debbieosborn9464
      @debbieosborn9464 Před rokem +19

      Good advice. We live in the Tenn mountains and have had several fires chose to us. So many places only have one way out . Fire can move fast and can be terrifying.

    • @Yallbgood
      @Yallbgood Před rokem +4

      @kmanyrivers
      Ditto!

  • @jimburns348
    @jimburns348 Před rokem +709

    Get yourself a topographical map of the area. A good start for planning grading plans. And determining drainage areas. The minute you start bringing food on the property, expect more frequent visits from wildlife.

    • @vikkirobinson4131
      @vikkirobinson4131 Před rokem +40

      Just what I came to say. You need a 3-D plan before you decide on placements.

    • @charlesroer972
      @charlesroer972 Před rokem +16

      Bear Bait !

    • @Yallbgood
      @Yallbgood Před rokem +88

      Please keep bear spray on you both at all times, as you are in their territory, and extremely vulnerable. There are numerous unprovoked bear & mountain lion attacks on CZcams. Watch and learn, so that you do not become a victim. Bear cubs are often fed. Some are rescued, raised and released, and no longer have a fear of man, but rather see them as a food source.
      Rooting for you, happy that you are living the dream, but please be careful, on guard at all times.😟

    • @young11984
      @young11984 Před rokem +43

      @@Yallbgood exactly right, be happy and enjoy life in the mountain but always remember you are the prey in a predators environment

    • @toucansteve
      @toucansteve Před rokem +37

      Bring in professional surveyors and landscape professionals now to save much cost and effort later.

  • @larrydavidson3402
    @larrydavidson3402 Před rokem +71

    My wife and myself moved to western Montana in 1989 and spent over 20 years there. Enjoying all the mountains have to offer. Loved every minute. My wife passed in 2012 from cancer. I left in 2016. I miss the mountains every day. Enjoy every minute you spend there.

    • @RevdUp.Art.Fotografer
      @RevdUp.Art.Fotografer Před rokem +7

      This may sound hokey… Writing about your time and memories there with your wife might be a way to help you feel reconnected. After my mother died of cancer my whole life turned upside down. When I did get to writing about my loss of her and my home it’s hard to explain, but I felt more settled, more still inside. Well even that doesn’t explain it well. Take that for what you will.
      I’m sorry for your losses.

  • @AlwaysChristyJ
    @AlwaysChristyJ Před rokem +96

    Please watch those babies out there in the wilderness. Not raining on your dreams but the wildlife owns that property you bought and they are territorial. I lived in the woods and know all about the wildlife and how dangerous it can be. I'm proud for both of you and excited to see this transformation. Congrats sweet couple!!!

    • @squathi
      @squathi Před rokem +11

      A large caliber rifle is essential to protect yourself and your family. A handgun you can wear anytime you are outdoors would be good as well.

    • @AlwaysChristyJ
      @AlwaysChristyJ Před rokem +4

      @@squathi I totally agree. I have a friend who use to go on bear hunts and hes seen a grown man run down a hill screaming for his life and he kept his cool and shot the bear and kept it from killing him. Where I live now all I have is Bob cats, coyotes and snakes nothing to dangerous. That is some beautiful country though but chunked full of wild animals that would make me so paranoid that I couldn't enjoy the view for fear something was going to wonder up on me. Even where I live now I pack a gun on me all the time.

    • @vasso6131
      @vasso6131 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Two German Shepherds in such a forest will definitely not interfere. And a good electric fence.

  • @patrickgreen2361
    @patrickgreen2361 Před rokem +122

    Take your time. Each minute you study, plan, learn water and storm patterns, the better (less work, more money saved). Think about forest fires- multiple exits. One hurricane of water, wind, y’all are stuck. Consider talking with old timers around your area. And the costs of a mulched/bulldozer will pay for themselves. Good luck. So enjoy watching y’all’s journey.

  • @dubie2470
    @dubie2470 Před rokem +40

    Ive lived in the Mountains of NC for over 20yrs , You should always have a sidearm when out here , specially with Children !! And keep them close at all time !!!

  • @wileycoyotesr8623
    @wileycoyotesr8623 Před rokem +7

    Wild animals love campers. Gets them out of the sweather and provide "stuff" to chew. Been there. Takes screens off. Make doors bear-proof. And mouse-proof the bottom. There are products which repel mice from the underside. And have a case of wasp spray at your disposal. If possible, a solar powered livestock fence around the camper might help. Have fun! 👍👍👍

  • @ericmetz3069
    @ericmetz3069 Před rokem +20

    Just a suggestion, and maybe you've already thought of this, but you might want to contact the trucking company that will move your container/cabin onto the property and see what they need as minimums for the road into the property. How steep can the road be? How big a radius in the turns the truck/trail combination need to maneuver up the road? How wide the road needs to be? Stuff like that. It would be disappointing to get the container/cabin there and then find out you can't get it up to the desired build site.

  • @paulhunter9550
    @paulhunter9550 Před rokem +254

    I understand a lot of people are against cutting trees down but if you get a forester out to show you what trees to take down that would benefit the more desirable trees and overall good it would do for your whole property, sometimes thinning out isn’t a bad thing and you could sell the logs to help pay for development of your property, good luck guys hope you all the best!

    • @clarencewiles963
      @clarencewiles963 Před rokem +16

      And keeping you from getting fines Check with land management and local laws.

    • @craigsymington5401
      @craigsymington5401 Před rokem +1

      Exactly

    • @karenblanck7726
      @karenblanck7726 Před rokem +1

      Yes! I just posted something similar but you articulated it much better than I did!

    • @jamesmatheson5115
      @jamesmatheson5115 Před rokem +13

      The first thing you need to do on tree filled land is to work out the point of entry and the point of emergency escape, living in the Australian hills district with wild bush fires, seen to many houses and lives lost to poor planning, its all so great to think you can live amongst the trees and be safe, if you think that way you are living in fairy land.

    • @craigsymington5401
      @craigsymington5401 Před rokem

      @@jamesmatheson5115 very good observation, I had a similar thought, I've seen vids of real tragedies in Au and US. First hand in South Africa too. It may take decades between bad Forrest fires, but be ready none the less.

  • @Peaceful-Dez
    @Peaceful-Dez Před rokem +77

    This is just a suggestion, I would find out if there is a company that has the mulcher machine and hire them. They will mulch you a road in a quarter of the time it would take you to do it with your electric chain saw. It is so worth doing and then you can maintain it after and trim up side branches that are in the path above with pole saw cutter. I do have to say your new property is absolutely gorgeous! Look forward to your cabin being brought up, water and solar ( I do know you want solar) is taken care of. Much peace and Happy Early 4th of July to you both and your children. ~peace

    • @JewelsMarie.
      @JewelsMarie. Před rokem +3

      I missed the part of what the purpose is. Is it for a camp spot or a new home and they are moving from the current homestead theyve built? I dont know how I missed it lol

  • @meiraloraduncan8953
    @meiraloraduncan8953 Před rokem +2

    I highly suggest that you cook outside so that the trailer doesn't smell like food and the wildlife won't be as tempted to break in looking for food. Once you get the cabin up there it wouldn't hurt to build a covered outdoor kitchen with a grill,countertops and a camp stI've and possibility a sink setup. You can use one of those solar charges battery for anything that needs electricity.

  • @bobbycampbell1930
    @bobbycampbell1930 Před rokem +2

    Fantastic area and fantastic beautiful isolation. Actually you were just as overwhelmed when you began your life uncontaminated adventure in Texas. You have more experience now then that time, and we have enjoyed your adventure since the first video. Plus now you have a camper instead of a cargo trailer to call home while preparing.
    I'm guessing southern Appalachian mountains is your adventure. Best of luck and we look forward to upcoming videos. Oh and maybe an oxygen tank!😅

  • @JohnSmithZen
    @JohnSmithZen Před rokem +187

    I'm no land expert, but I just want to throw in that it might be a REALLY good idea to see what your prospective driveway does when you get a lot of rain.

    • @sgrvtl7183
      @sgrvtl7183 Před rokem +11

      YES! - long time ago when I lived 15 miles outside Durango CO at 7800, the rain diluged the road, went right through the chicken coop, luckily all chickens survived being on roosts. the road was deep-rutted.

    • @samellows1865
      @samellows1865 Před rokem +5

      And snow.

    • @babybaghead
      @babybaghead Před rokem +2

      Hopefully they build up high so the driveway slopes downhill

    • @beverleyoleary7351
      @beverleyoleary7351 Před rokem +2

      Omg can't wait to watch your videos on this, it's so exciting, absolutely brilliant x

    • @carolemerle9995
      @carolemerle9995 Před rokem

      @@sgrvtl7183 We lived on a piece of property off a country road. There were times that we had to get the tractor out and do our own version of road grading lol.

  • @terrye6196
    @terrye6196 Před rokem +33

    Just in case it hasn't already crossed your minds - Like @jimburns says, if you leave the camper there with anything inside that attracts bears, expect to return later to a ravaged, most likely ruined trailer. They can open one up as easy as you or I open a box of cereal and then destroy anything between them and whatever drew them in.

  • @jamesmatheson5115
    @jamesmatheson5115 Před rokem +4

    Dont know about abundance of firewood, but what I do know is you have an abundance of fire fuel, if you ignore that you are putting your whole family in danger of being burnt alive, you need to make plans for a emergency escape route.

  • @BearStar1
    @BearStar1 Před rokem +7

    With Black Bears and Coyotes in the area I would be really concerned about the Safety of the Children !!

  • @johnjunge6989
    @johnjunge6989 Před rokem +18

    REMEMBER, Bears open doors too. Absolutely no food inside the camper, or you'll be at B&B more often!

  • @CMCrockett
    @CMCrockett Před rokem +31

    Definitely some creepy woods at night.
    A suggestion: map, name and color-code mark your trails. When the kids disappear on an adventure, it will be burned in their memories and they'll be less likely to get "misplaced".

    • @d.martinez-rodriguez333
      @d.martinez-rodriguez333 Před rokem +1

      Those kids better not ever disappear on an adventure in bear country. Even those coyotes are dangerous to children.

  • @mayflowerlash11
    @mayflowerlash11 Před rokem +18

    I was nearly going to say "you guys are lucky" but while there is an element of luck I also think there is a large slice of hard work, thoughtfulness and striving to a goal. You deserve the rewards.

    • @granny58
      @granny58 Před rokem

      @repentandbelieveinJesusChrist9 this inheritance is in the heavenly places after death. It has nothing to do with earthly prosperity.
      Run from those who proclaim that "godliness is gain."

  • @michelleowens2282
    @michelleowens2282 Před rokem +1

    What a Beautiful an Amazing Place. ❤
    God Bless your Family on your new journey.
    LOVE

  • @EricJay98
    @EricJay98 Před rokem +63

    We can see the same excitement that you had when the containers got delivered years ago. Crazy how time flies. Sending virtual hugs!

  • @dreabaronyork6658
    @dreabaronyork6658 Před rokem +12

    You're adventurous when it comes to the large wilderness animals.. how much of their land will be affected by the new build? How do you plan keeping them away from the area you'll be living in?

  • @emsmomma4606
    @emsmomma4606 Před rokem +5

    Wow, congratulations on your new property in the mountains and what an adventure it will be! Me and my husband don’t live in the mountains, but live way up in no. about an hour from Canada in the woods…paradise for us where we can hunt and fish and enjoy seeing all the wildlife! Carry some firepower with you when you all go walking and you’ll be fine. I’ve enjoyed your videos since day one. Thank you for taking us along, and looking forward to your new posts! 😊

  • @RobertOConnor-xr4yd
    @RobertOConnor-xr4yd Před rokem +3

    WOW!!!! Way to many wild things roaming around the new site for me. LOL

  • @rich3687
    @rich3687 Před rokem +6

    Considering the wildlife in the area, if you're not already you should carry some sort of protection and know how to use it.

  • @guycullum3927
    @guycullum3927 Před rokem +56

    Looks like a great adventure! I suggest adding the removed metal from the container as metal shutters that can be swung or refitted over the doors and windows. Bears will rip out doors and windows if you leave it alone out there for a few months. By using the metal to go over all the glass you will protect your home

    • @stephaniedeegan853
      @stephaniedeegan853 Před rokem +7

      I agree absolutely. There is quiet a bit of predatory wild life. A strong food storage locker away from your living quarters is probably a must. And a side arm,bear spray, loud horn to scare away animals to protect you and your family

  • @nickischwab205
    @nickischwab205 Před rokem +21

    Oh my, from what I can see the property is just beautiful!! A lot of work ahead to say the least. I'm excited to share this new journey with you. Are you able to tell us what state your property is in and how many acres?? I've been watching your adventures for several years now so I know how determined you both are. Wishing you all the best in this new endeavor!!

  • @shadegarden7375
    @shadegarden7375 Před rokem +2

    I have also heard that bears will literally tear a door off a car to get to food!

  • @HectorSantana-zq2ez
    @HectorSantana-zq2ez Před rokem +16

    I hope that you guys are taking precautions to protect yourselves against wild animals.

  • @steffaniepickering596
    @steffaniepickering596 Před rokem +15

    The land is beautiful, I hope u carry something to protect urself, especially to protect the little ones ❤

  • @davidbishop4015
    @davidbishop4015 Před rokem +2

    Good luck with the driveway. I look forward to seeing all the work you will accomplish to get the cabin on the new property. Stay safe.

  • @ronwhited1224
    @ronwhited1224 Před rokem +1

    Keep in mind that money spent on planning and design before you turn the first shovel of dirt will save you a fortune if you have to do things after the fact.

  • @LifebyLiving
    @LifebyLiving Před rokem +102

    So much RESPECT for you guys! Having roughed it out over the years while building the container home, completing the project & now living in complete comfort...to now do it all over again?! You've got some SERIOUS DRIVE & TENACITY! Can't wait to hear what you have planned for building a new home there. Wish you the best of luck in this new adventure 😊

    • @danaowen9014
      @danaowen9014 Před rokem +5

      That new shipping container, is the new home, when they move it there.

    • @nancykay6318
      @nancykay6318 Před rokem +5

      They do deserve this new property. They have worked so hard and I wish them the best.

    • @dal8963
      @dal8963 Před rokem

      If you had a income making the kinda money they are you would keep the content coming to.

  • @pamelar5868
    @pamelar5868 Před rokem +8

    Bear spray on you both at all times AND seriously, fire arm protection because bear spray and noise do not always work! Just saying. And hopefully there is limited fire rush where you purchased! Lovely land to look at for sure. Good luck & Congrats.

  • @kenjournigan3158
    @kenjournigan3158 Před 10 měsíci

    We started with a camper that we refurbished, too. That was an adventure in itself. Looking at house plans now. Time flies when you're having fun.

  • @jamesmatheson5115
    @jamesmatheson5115 Před rokem +2

    The first thing you need to do on tree filled land is to work out the point of entry and the point of emergency escape, living in the Australian hills district with wild bush fires, seen to many houses and lives lost to poor planning, its all so great to think you can live amongst the trees and be safe, if you think that way you are living in fairy land.

  • @mara4513
    @mara4513 Před rokem +18

    ❤ Okay, ... forgive me if I sound like a nervous, scared old grandma (I'm 71 yrs old)... but I've been watching you guys for years and have seen every video at least twice. I really really care about your family. I was so excited for your new adventure! BUT BEARS!?!!? ..WTF... WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR STAYING SAFE? I'm now scared for your beautiful family. Please please stay safe. I love you guys so much. I don't want anything bad to happen to you. Again, apologies for being a nervous grandma ❤

    • @Yallbgood
      @Yallbgood Před rokem +2

      Wild animals have become so used to people that it really is something to be concerned about.
      They should both carry the proper firearms and know how to use them.
      An electric fence around the camper would be a good idea.

    • @d.martinez-rodriguez333
      @d.martinez-rodriguez333 Před rokem +2

      Your fears are not unfounded. I am so concerned for them. They seem kind of oblivious to the danger....

    • @lgrigg5439
      @lgrigg5439 Před rokem +2

      Same age and I'm worried.

    • @granny58
      @granny58 Před rokem +1

      @darlenerodriguez333 not oblivious. But naive.

  • @Chris-xi2fl
    @Chris-xi2fl Před rokem +32

    Happy for you guys. Spencer stay alert on them bears. Put those hunter cameras around your camp. We don't want nothing to happen to you guys. Hope trailer is OK when u go back. But definitely, I'd feel much better with my life contained in the container, as long as windows have closable shudders. Best of luck you guys are awesome.

    • @bradfregger2561
      @bradfregger2561 Před rokem +3

      Black bears can be a problem but, in my personal experience they can be as afraid of us as we are of them.
      In Yosemite I had just changed into my shorts when a black bear stuck his head into our tent and grabbed my pants. Without thinking I grabbed a broom and ran after the bear yelling for him to drop my pants. I caught up to him and swatted him with my broom while screaming at him. He dropped my pants and ran off. … I might have been just lucky, but that’s my experience with black bears (he might have been a brown bear, it was 50 plus years ago).

  • @davidzellers3537
    @davidzellers3537 Před rokem

    I know you said something about getting dozer work done. I suggest doing that first. It will save you so much work. You will go in and do some clearing by hand and when the dozer arrives you will be able to do more with a dozer in 5 mins that will take you 40 hours to do by hand. I know you want content and enjoy looking at a finished project. But I can promise you from experience mountain property work is never finished!!! Happy for you guys

  • @cheryllynn8209
    @cheryllynn8209 Před rokem +2

    Your mountain land sure is Beautiful. A lot of hard work ahead for you that you have proven you are more than capable of handling. May God Bless and keep your Family Safe 💞
    Be Happy 😂 Safe and Healthy Everyone 💞

  • @nightcrawleroriginal
    @nightcrawleroriginal Před rokem +19

    Coyotes and Bobcats are dangerous around children, they sneak up and grab (suddenly) keep them in front of you (or beside, never behind). We have them up here and they stock us (from behind) when were out in the mountains, the bears seem to mind their business up here Black/Grizzly but were "always" prepared. :)

  • @Mary-go8xc
    @Mary-go8xc Před rokem +43

    This mountain retreat will be a blessing to your family. A place of peace, energy restoration, and of course pleasure. Your babies are so beautiful. That boy is going to be a heartbreaker when he grows up, and that girl is so precious out there helping her Dad build stuff at your main property. TY for sharing. It brings me joy to watch. Hugs from a Grandma in San Antonio, TX.

    • @Mary-go8xc
      @Mary-go8xc Před rokem +4

      @@SagebrushRambles When you are part of a loving family who shares space with you it is not "just a plot of land" even when part of a larger ranch. The space you build and improve on becomes your home even if you do not own it. Spencer and his family including his grandfather are blessed in each other. TY for bringing to light the trust Spencer's grandfather has in him to bring the land he has allowed Spencer to inhabit to a healthy home environment. In Texas many fathers and grandfathers have shared their ranches with their sons and grandsons( or daughters and granddaughters) hoping for happiness and joy in their families. Thus it has been even before Texas was first a nation then a state. Many cultures do this for example the Quakers and the Amish. God bless and keep you. May He bring you joy into your life.

    • @babybaghead
      @babybaghead Před rokem +1

      ❤-you’re right and this is how generation after generation not only survive, but thrive!!!! Land sustains generations!! Just like this property that these two have purchased will now benefit their children and their children’s children.

    • @babybaghead
      @babybaghead Před rokem +1

      It’s the truth about the cleaning fees!

  • @gdaygday1209
    @gdaygday1209 Před rokem +8

    FROM WATCHING YOUR VERY FIRST POST........Till now, thinking about the life changes is crazy. You never cease to amaze us with your **adventures** STAY SAFE AND WE WILL ALL ENJOY THE RIDE BESIDE YOU ALL! ❤❤

  • @Susan.I
    @Susan.I Před rokem +2

    You have plenty of black bears, and deer!

  • @adriancox-thesantjordigolf3646

    ❤ Don't forget guys that in the winter. You are going to need Chains on that tractor to be able to move it and go down on those inclines nd also, on the caravan if you're going to drive them anywhere. Plus guns for the bears plus training

    • @Yallbgood
      @Yallbgood Před rokem +1

      👍🏻 YES, practice shooting and know how to use bear spray.

  • @aliceramey3238
    @aliceramey3238 Před rokem +53

    You haven’t told us how many acres you purchased and what state your property is in. The drone photos are amazing. So happy for you guys.

    • @kabella66
      @kabella66 Před rokem +12

      I assume they're keeping that "quiet" for privacy.

    • @Mywhtjp
      @Mywhtjp Před rokem

      Patience.. I'm sure in time they'll leak some of that info. I am curious how much land they've purchased.. Oh well.. I fly a drone as well.. and aerial shots are awesome.. but the shots they did snap don't reveal anything and that's also done on purpose...

    • @thomasdougherty6574
      @thomasdougherty6574 Před rokem +1

      I am also just generally curious what state this is in, acres I think the answer is a lot, lol

    • @kylecrawford5103
      @kylecrawford5103 Před rokem

      Privacy? I wouldn't think mentioning a state would be an invasion of privacy. I could see not mentioning a town it's near. And they could easily be vague on the acreage and just give a ballpark idea. I love watching these guys and have followed them from the beginning.

    • @dollysafran9107
      @dollysafran9107 Před rokem +2

      We are in the Blue Ridge mountains. Omg!!! Took me a year to get those mountain leg muscles!!!

  • @jackers245
    @jackers245 Před rokem +2

    Coyotes and a bobcat, better keep the kids close. Probably bears and other predators too. They look for opportunity, just being 20 feet, sometimes less and they may go for small kids. Please be safe. I will tell you, you will spend massive amounts of tme in up keep, with constantly clearing your paths and property. Growth is very fast and needs cleared often. Good luck.

  • @athenahsuen6940
    @athenahsuen6940 Před rokem +2

    It is exciting ! Different adventure with the whole family. Mind set will definitely have to adjusted for everything that's down the road.
    Children grow fast, maybe just me, but education is something to keep in mind. Safety is important while venturing out.

  • @paulsyesta1095
    @paulsyesta1095 Před rokem +33

    We sure love that you guys are Living the Dream!! Stay Safe!

  • @harolddomangue9206
    @harolddomangue9206 Před rokem +36

    Spencer for the camper in the woods you might want to build a lean-to over the top of the camper to prevent any damage to the top of the camper due to the summertime heat and rain, fallen branches, wintertime weather ice and extreme winter winds.

    • @d.martinez-rodriguez333
      @d.martinez-rodriguez333 Před rokem

      ...and what about the bears breaking into it when it's not occupied?

    • @harolddomangue9206
      @harolddomangue9206 Před rokem

      @@d.martinez-rodriguez333 Use bear deterrents like air horns this will help for a short time, skunk piss will push a bear away till it rains, and last an electrified fence high voltage so when the bear touches it the bear will leave last choice is a gun or a barrow to trap the bear and move it to a different location away from the area'

    • @harolddomangue9206
      @harolddomangue9206 Před rokem +1

      @@SagebrushRambles The tarp will only help if there is no wind and only when they are not using the camper a lean-to this will serve year-round protection from anything falling on top of the camper and they can build walls to protect the camper during winter months. These walls can be removed when they are staying in the camper.

    • @susanthursdays5008
      @susanthursdays5008 Před rokem

      Great suggestion, anything to “minimize” : mold, rust, sap(!) Is amazing how much “intentional protection” , EXTENDS THE LIFE& VALUE of any type of RV, camper, “shipping containers”, - essentially all vehicles&outdoor living “abodes”. Thanks for your comment/ suggestion.

  • @Shooter308
    @Shooter308 Před rokem +3

    A big thing you will have to take into account is , the weather . When it rains or snows ( not sure if you're in a area where it snows ) how much is it going to effect your driveway . A driveway with a hill will make it really hard to travel up in bad weather .
    Good luck .

  • @fredericrike5974
    @fredericrike5974 Před rokem +1

    Spencer, I would think Texas A&M probably has some pretty good elevation maps; I'd check there and the County Ag officer. That could be a big help spotting your drive and such. Stunning place- it's easy to see a dream or two in it.

  • @freedomsnotfreefreedomsnot3270

    I would absolutely not be out there without a firearm especially with young ones.

  • @SmokyMountainBlessed
    @SmokyMountainBlessed Před rokem +3

    that is beautiful land, congrats, we are smokies locals and that looks like our smoky mountains and the Blue Ridge Mountains be careful with snakes in the tall grass, we had not seen any snakes in years then recently saw a 4 ft copperhead

  • @Only-me-observing
    @Only-me-observing Před rokem +3

    Wow! I seriously thought you were going to use the new place as an air b&b on the farm!
    Congratulations guys!!!

  • @KodyK2024
    @KodyK2024 Před rokem +5

    The land is gorgeous!
    Suggestions, make sure the camper is sealed inside and out against mice. Also never leave food of any kind in the camper when you are not there. A bear will find it if you do.
    Was that a bobcat?

  • @jamaicacollege8729
    @jamaicacollege8729 Před rokem +21

    Here in Jamaica can't wait to see your plans come to fruition... I watched your previous builds and such have become a favorite pastime to watch.

  • @lindak3030
    @lindak3030 Před rokem +35

    So exiting! I can't wait to see what you do here - I am a little worried for you. You need to carry a sidearm if you aren't already. Bear spray isn't going to protect 4 people. I'd also suggest 100 sq feet of solar powered electric fence that you can put around the camper and turn on while you're in there. Won't stop a bear, but it will discourage it.

    • @catgynt9148
      @catgynt9148 Před rokem +5

      Leave solar charged fence running all times whether there or not. Bears and others can be trained to respect fence boundaries during your absence too.

    • @suemitchell1354
      @suemitchell1354 Před rokem +4

      Don’t forget the snakes!

  • @Lorianne-1111
    @Lorianne-1111 Před rokem +3

    Oh guys I’m so excited for you! What an amazing place. Can’t wait to start seeing the transformation.

  • @bellaangus1213
    @bellaangus1213 Před rokem +6

    Gorgeous property 💚
    Be super careful of the bears.
    In the last year we’ve bears where we have never had them before.
    They’re super destructive, but beautiful.
    Looking forward to this journey.

  • @scottwest7
    @scottwest7 Před rokem +21

    I am so proud of the two (four) of you. Your excitement, hard work and love is to be admired.

  • @dennistucker1153
    @dennistucker1153 Před rokem +3

    On the new property, just make sure to clear out trees and shrubs in a very wide area around where the cabin will be. You'll live in a forest and like all forests, they can burn.

  • @bethcollier3789
    @bethcollier3789 Před rokem +5

    I so admire your strength, your drive, and persistence. You deserve this fresh bit of land, please build a bear proof fence around the dwelling. May the trees protect your little family, and the sun smile on your presence there.

  • @leotisbrown6920
    @leotisbrown6920 Před rokem +2

    We've been with yall from the beginning, we can't stop now. Thanks for taking us along on your new journey. 😊

  • @50spirithealer
    @50spirithealer Před rokem +29

    Have been watching you since you started! My gosh, never expected you would be doing this! So much work to be done! I know that Spencer has the ambition and will do attitude, but , man! Watching Beau and Cam will be a full time job by itself with all the wildlife around there! Wishing you all the best of success in this journey that you are undertaking! Will be great to watch your dreams come true! Love you all!

  • @My_sister_crochets
    @My_sister_crochets Před rokem +12

    Precious little family, I am sooooo happy for your newest adventure in building happy places for your little family to make memories. I wish you much love energy in all you endeavor. Hugs to you all.

  • @reconone3574
    @reconone3574 Před rokem +1

    Nothing like the beauty and privacy of your own land. We have 9.5 acres and we love it but one day plan to have much more one day. Great spot!

  • @jearl0719
    @jearl0719 Před rokem +2

    Man I have been watching you guys for years from the time you bought your property and building your container home from your first born child to now.. I love you guys .. keep it going .. I’m so excited to see more

  • @paulashattuck5983
    @paulashattuck5983 Před rokem +8

    What is the altitude? How far from your current home?

  • @Studiodorg
    @Studiodorg Před rokem +3

    Please bear-proof all your windows with locking metal shutters. Bears are of course strong, curious, & can be more destructive than you may be anticipating. Consider the belt & suspender approach for any exterior bits made of rubber or plastic underneath your camper or container.
    Bon chance with your new adventure.

  • @kimcoates7569
    @kimcoates7569 Před rokem +5

    Great to hear the news about buying the new land. It's beautiful 😍. I love your adventuresome spirit & you've got some really great ideas. I'm enjoying the subscribers here who have helpful advice as well. Tossing in my 2 cents; plan, plan, plan. Seek out others who have done similar projects and are willing to save you from unforseen pitfalls. BTW, I can't believe how big your children are! They were just babies 5 minutes ago 🥰. Have fun & enjoy the process. I'll be watching. Good luck😉!

  • @PattyDooley
    @PattyDooley Před rokem

    Very nice! But i would do some camping out for a year. Get the feel of the land and the seasons. Do they get tons of snow? If so, is your building able to hold the snow loads? How does it wash in rainy seasons? Alternate ways out incase of fires. Best way to protect your water catchment against freezing. protection from the wild animals. What foods can you grow there? That brings more animals. Lots of prep work before building.

  • @janbentley444
    @janbentley444 Před rokem +12

    Yes I totally agree with jimburns348, a methodical game plan with access, terrain details, so helpful. It will save you some headaches along the way and give you a really accurate lay of your land. You are already doing this by checking the Seasons changes relating to the land. Kinsey reminds me so much like our daughter, the laughter. The adventure continues.🇨🇦

  • @BacktonaturelivingCom
    @BacktonaturelivingCom Před rokem +62

    Congrats on your new property! I have been watching you guys for a long time.
    From someone that has been living in the Rockies at 8,700' elevation for about seven years...I can easily imagine some of the things you guys would have to do. They were going to charge us at least $250,000 to cut a road on our property, and we said "Heck no!" and purchased a used excavator ourselves. I have now made about three miles of road on our property. I had never used an excavator before I started...
    The bears should stay away more when you guys have your dogs barking on your property.
    And....while you are gone from your trailer...please never leave food in the trailer that the bears can pick up the smell from... We had a bear trying to "rip" itself into one of the corners of our trailer years ago. Now, we never see bears close by with dogs barking at everything.
    Good luck! Envy you guys having this beautiful property and being so young. A LOT of beautiful nature adventures lies ahead! And...like me...you would love the intense sound of...nothing...just birds and the wind cruising through the tree leaves.

    • @ORSkie
      @ORSkie Před rokem +10

      Yes! They should take another, smaller shipping container - or similar - out there as their food cache.

    • @edwardlees2992
      @edwardlees2992 Před rokem

      Good luck in your new venture.

  • @annewilley8327
    @annewilley8327 Před rokem +3

    It is so awesome that y'all are moving forward and living your dreams! I'm very happy for your family to have this mountain property and the cabin to put on it once you've established a driveway. I would love to go on a hiking excursion with you Mackenzie if you ever decide to host a retreat on the property someday😁💗

  • @garycarpenter8343
    @garycarpenter8343 Před rokem +1

    Best of luck on the new adventure! Y’all have the basic skills to get things done and not afraid of work. Can’t wait to see more clips of the new adventure. Have enjoyed watching for the past several years.

  • @marcusprice3767
    @marcusprice3767 Před rokem +11

    Never clicked faster on a notification in my life😂 Sooo excited to see what you guys do with the new land!😊

  • @enochthrockmorton2nd214
    @enochthrockmorton2nd214 Před rokem +21

    What you both are now doing is so amazing and so exciting. I can't wait to see how you're planning to develop this property. I'm excited for you.

  • @dependablehac
    @dependablehac Před rokem +1

    Congratulations on your new land. It such an amazing feeling having that kind of land. Mine is my retreat when the world gets to much. I can’t believe how big your kids are. Thanks for sharing your adventures. OG fan.

  • @marianmsmith2683
    @marianmsmith2683 Před rokem

    ADMIRE YOUR BRAVERY and TENACITY. . As I watch in AWE of WILDNESS in WILDERNESS. . I have SAME Enthusiasm when I Stand On Florida Beaches. . 🥰🥳

  • @godsteam8903
    @godsteam8903 Před rokem +6

    It’s not just the challenge of putting in a driveway, but one that will allow for the weight and size of the container coming in. So exciting to see your journey!

  • @vanessamoyes6243
    @vanessamoyes6243 Před rokem +8

    Absolutely beautiful.. lovely clean air.. and natural wildlife. but i cant help feel apprehensive about this though.. with so many wildfires now and id be affraid for your safety with the animals too.. I really hope all will be ok 🙏

  • @Galemor1
    @Galemor1 Před rokem

    You should research food forest, most are about building it from the ground up, but I am working on changing the old forest into a food forest, by keeping the beneficial tree's, and adding plants, brushes and so to the area.
    I brought mushroom spores, I have planted elderberry trees, kept trees like birch and beech, and nut producing bushes, I got 5 common food mushrooms growing on my plot.
    I got different currant bushes, wild blueberries (which either the birds or deer eat 😂)
    I got tons of "weeds" growing, but they're all for eating. 😊
    Wish you luck on your project.
    Ps, I love those chest snippets, and understand if theres a baby nr 3 on the way suddenly. 😂❤🎉

  • @marioleinjonas4
    @marioleinjonas4 Před rokem +2

    You are so gonna rock that mountain property! Can't wait to see the action 🚜

  • @joyceschetter5871
    @joyceschetter5871 Před rokem +14

    Did I miss the comments about who’s caring for the dogs? I know I wasn’t the only one who asked before. Exciting new journey! Congratulations on achieving this level of financial success!

  • @YoliBear01
    @YoliBear01 Před rokem +40

    Such an amazing abundance of land! How far from your current home? I cannot wait to see what you guys create on your new property!!❤️❤️😊😊

    • @luisvelarde8999
      @luisvelarde8999 Před rokem +5

      Same question. How far from your current location?

    • @spiritofanu3112
      @spiritofanu3112 Před rokem +3

      Have you left Texas?

    • @amham48
      @amham48 Před rokem +4

      Given they live in Texas, I'm guessing the mountains of Arkansas.

    • @spiritofanu3112
      @spiritofanu3112 Před rokem +2

      @@amham48 what a change and a challenge - creating a new homestead in the mountains from scratch. I am really looking forward to this new journey.

  • @Bobby-uv1xf
    @Bobby-uv1xf Před rokem +4

    Good luck to you all, this is going to be a massive project. I'm looking forward to seeing the progress.... Support from England 🙏

  • @janlint7434
    @janlint7434 Před rokem

    Y’all are so cute! I love 💕 your beautiful little family! Congratulations on the land. It is amazing! Wishing you all the best as you move forward. ❤

  • @michaelwilliams7481
    @michaelwilliams7481 Před rokem +18

    What an adventure you have planned, you said there is a hell of a lot of work to do. How you are going to spit your time between the two property will be interesting to see.
    Good luck in all that you do, love from Mike. ❤

    • @karensimmons1572
      @karensimmons1572 Před rokem +2

      Do you know how far apart the properties are?

    • @michaelwilliams7481
      @michaelwilliams7481 Před rokem

      @@karensimmons1572 To answer your question, I am not sure how close it is from where they live now. From what was said about having to stay in an Airbnb on one of their visits to the site, made me think it is not very close.

  • @shawnhampton8503
    @shawnhampton8503 Před rokem +7

    Forestry management: thinning out all the useless stuff will take years. I imagine ticks are a serious issue in summer. So excited for y'all. How many acres is the place?

  • @angelachristle2116
    @angelachristle2116 Před rokem +3

    I am so happy for you and your family! Yes, it’s a lot of work, but you’re making it happen! Motivation and ambition…life keeps changing… My very best to all of you! Keep sharing with us, please!💜💜💜💜

  • @karengossett1475
    @karengossett1475 Před rokem +9

    My mind is racing with questions. After all these years of watching you, I know you will make this work!!! Many prayers 🙏💞🙏💞. Just got home from visiting family and we stayed in an AirB&B. It was quite beautiful but quite pricey 😳

  • @dashhoundlover2837
    @dashhoundlover2837 Před rokem +9

    WOW YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING !! I LOVE THIS VIDEO !! GOD LOVE YOU ! SO PEACEFUL & TRANQUIL ! THE CHILDREN ARE PRECIOUS ! BE BLESSED STAY SAFE !! ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🐾🐾🐾🐾❤️🐾🐾🐾🐾

  • @kululv
    @kululv Před 11 měsíci +1

    you two are such a nice couple and a good team! You deserve success! Congratulations! And the footage of your new property is just outstanding.

  • @ritasears5501
    @ritasears5501 Před rokem +1

    Congratulations yall! My husband and I bought a rural WV mountain property last spring for the next chapter in life. Totally get the call of nature and the mountains.

  • @InDeathOnlyNothing
    @InDeathOnlyNothing Před rokem +8

    That's another thing I would be thinking about while clearing land out there is how to clear the land in a way that's going to help you escape and protect whatever parts of it from WILDFIRES spreading to it. They aren't any joke. So just keep that in mind and try to clear to help against those as well.

    • @MaryWehmeier
      @MaryWehmeier Před rokem

      Exactly Right

    • @YouTubeStalker
      @YouTubeStalker Před rokem

      Yes very true.. make at least two exits. You might also want to purchase a helicopter 😉 or have one on speed dial in case of emergency you can be airlifted out. Also invest in a satellite phone, a wind up radio and other things in case power goes out. Things you can travel with while escaping if need be.

  • @jimlong527
    @jimlong527 Před rokem +22

    Unbelievable family with lots of energy. Got to love them.

  • @maxinesavory6775
    @maxinesavory6775 Před rokem +1

    Five words to describe you, guy, brave, creative, inspirational, and hard work keep up, love you guys and can not wait to see the layout of the cabin🎊🎉🥳🥰

  • @stevenreeve4491
    @stevenreeve4491 Před rokem +1

    It will be fun watching you two with your children develop this land. You already have much experience with what you have done in the past few years. There will be some challenges, but nothing like it would have been if you had started out on this mountain property. It looks like water is near so might be able to tap into it.

  • @sharonmilton4854
    @sharonmilton4854 Před rokem +28

    I'm excited for your new adventure in the wilderness! That's awesome! The trees all leafed out makes it look so beautiful! Please remember to always carry something significant to protect yourselves when walking around on your new property. It seems as though the wildlife are very active on your land.

    • @d.martinez-rodriguez333
      @d.martinez-rodriguez333 Před rokem +1

      I was thinking the same thing. NEVER let those children be too far from them....EVER!

    • @deancartwright9784
      @deancartwright9784 Před rokem

      Have Protection of different types available on your person, in every house, shed, vehicle so you don't get caught leaving or working away from something at hand always. Prepare, Prepare, Prepare!!!