Day in the Life on the Offgrid Homestead

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  • @anthonyairbender8957
    @anthonyairbender8957 Před 4 dny +147

    The art is insane. I would watch painting content any day

    • @andersolll
      @andersolll Před 3 dny +6

      He has a art channel!!!

    • @andersolll
      @andersolll Před 3 dny

      @@Jeff-jg7jh it's @mickmakesstuff411

    • @WillRoos
      @WillRoos Před 3 dny +6

      @@andersolll Cool. Link?

    • @jackson615
      @jackson615 Před 3 dny +5

      @@WillRoos www.youtube.com/@Mickmakesstuff411

    • @jeannettebalcom6826
      @jeannettebalcom6826 Před 2 dny +1

      ​@@jackson615THANK YOU! I did not know & I absolutely love his work! Beautiful ❤

  • @joshsastronomy5884
    @joshsastronomy5884 Před 4 dny +65

    That art looks incredible, you should definitely consider selling it I feel like a lot of people watching this certainly would be interested in buying some of your works.

  • @jackson615
    @jackson615 Před 3 dny +54

    Cannot emphasize enough how much joy I get from this channel. One of the few I watch and never fast forward. Every second, cherished. Thanks for sharing

  • @thedonald8817
    @thedonald8817 Před 4 dny +81

    Homestead is looking good! Your progress is noticeable and it is a delight to see things coming together.
    Have you thought about building a bed frame? Sleeping on that couch can't be too good for your back, and I can't imagine it would be super comfortable.

    • @richardmourdock2719
      @richardmourdock2719 Před 4 dny +7

      I wondered the same. I think he should do one that is hinged so that in the daytime it folds up....

    • @wdcf31674
      @wdcf31674 Před 4 dny +4

      Hmm, IDK about that. Most of my life I prefer sleeping on a sofa. Most beds kill my back in about 4 hours.

    • @SJC49
      @SJC49 Před dnem

      @@wdcf31674 You need a proper mattress.

  • @denisemeredith2436
    @denisemeredith2436 Před 4 dny +75

    Wild strawberries - yum. You might not think you have achieved much but you are making progress. It is wise to work at your own pace especially with annoying mozzies bothering you all day. I think your sunrises are stunning too. Hope you have a great week.

  • @marshadachroeden6557
    @marshadachroeden6557 Před 4 dny +36

    You are quite the artist.
    Love all your videos thanks for sharing

  • @kellyjohnson3617
    @kellyjohnson3617 Před 4 dny +25

    Wild strawberries are such a treat. I grew up in WA in the woods. During the summer we would go in the woods and get huge mugs full of berries nearly every day. We’d put them in hotcakes or muffins or as a berry compote to put on things for a simple treat. You may not have checked every item off your list but you got a lot done so good job. Thanks for posting

  • @renacasey8163
    @renacasey8163 Před 4 dny +9

    Your next project should be to build a wood shed.

  • @catherinegoldie6724
    @catherinegoldie6724 Před 3 dny +3

    Hey Mick, what a great life you have to yourself, do what you want, when you want, chill when you want, and no one to bother you, and your Art is something ,something . Take care.X🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💕

  • @phof4593
    @phof4593 Před 4 dny +72

    When at the gravel pit, fill your scooper before leaving. Thus a full big tote and scooper when you get home. It adds up over time. Do you have a dump that people discard unwanted items? With luck, maybe find an old red wagon or broke wheelbarrow or anything with wheels you could rehab. Wheelbarrow would be gold.

    • @shanismith8339
      @shanismith8339 Před 3 dny +6

      Was thinking that and maybe using another tote. Great progress 👍🏼

    • @carolinebedard2697
      @carolinebedard2697 Před 3 dny +5

      @@shanismith8339 I was thinking the same thing exactly. Fill the scooper, and definitely get another tote. The gas usage adds up fast.

    • @alechannan5741
      @alechannan5741 Před 3 dny +2

      Wheelbarrow would speed a lot of his work up x10. Also mick should get a tarp to cover the wood

    • @kendriedger151
      @kendriedger151 Před 2 dny +3

      Seems like Mick has a hard time to figure out an easier way to do things !
      Most everything could be done in an easier and more efficient way !
      Like really...driving 17 miles one way for a toat of gravel !!!!
      I could go on and on !!!
      Maybe Mick will block me !!!!
      Hope you get stuff figured out soon !!!

    • @jillanderson1291
      @jillanderson1291 Před 2 dny

      I thought the same thing!

  • @matthewsbushcraft
    @matthewsbushcraft Před 4 dny +19

    Mick Whipple at it again.
    Keep up the good work and never give up on following your dreams.

  • @Andrew-uw2ir
    @Andrew-uw2ir Před 4 dny +7

    Mick, since you love painting and people in the comments seem to love your art you should think about maybe offering some for sale. You could take requests or you could choose yourself and maybe auction some off. Just a thought to mix what you love with bringing in some money to help you out there.

  • @karenbrest187
    @karenbrest187 Před 4 dny +20

    Hello Mick 🤗 your sunrise is beautiful 🌞 good job on the gravel & fire pit will be nice when done 🔥 be safe & enjoy each day 🙏😉

  • @timberg7377
    @timberg7377 Před 3 dny +4

    Small tip;
    Use a bastard file to sharpen the edge of your shovel, it will help you slice right through the Roots..
    Take care, bud

  • @LindyLooo99
    @LindyLooo99 Před 4 dny +17

    That book of colorful fish is amazing...

  • @Captain-Max
    @Captain-Max Před 4 dny +17

    Love a tidy cabin and yard. If you get the opportunity you might pick up a half dozen domesticated Strawberry plants. They're perennials and will do well over the winter. I grew strawberries in northeren Minnesota. Best part is they are self proliferating. You can plant the runners each year and greatly increase the output.

  • @Phyllis-uc5ks
    @Phyllis-uc5ks Před 4 dny +16

    Somebody get this guy a pair of gloves. Gravel and pulling weeds and hauling rocks is hard on the hands.❤

    • @carolinebedard2697
      @carolinebedard2697 Před 3 dny +2

      YES! My hands would be bleeding on the first load of gravel.

    • @MitchellTickle1962
      @MitchellTickle1962 Před 3 dny +2

      I was just thinking the same...
      Working with gravel raw handily is some really roughness on the ole hands. Especially, after pouring out on ground and leveling the gravel out. Mich, I'm sure your dad would lend, or give you a pair of gloves.

    • @danielmogos8990
      @danielmogos8990 Před 2 dny +1

      He probably hates gloves as much as I do. Its imposible to find gloves that are absolute perfect match, and so you end up with the gloves fingers just hanging and bothering you.

  • @judyabernathy80
    @judyabernathy80 Před 4 dny +7

    Those wild strawberries took me back to 6 years old when my aunt would have me crawl under the blackberry bushes to get the wild strawberries! Those wild strawberry pies were incredible. Mick, your cabin and exterior is looking so nice. Excellent work!!

  • @margaretmcdonald-lawson7989

    Your home is changing so much, you work hard and it really shows . Great job .

  • @amymcbain5401
    @amymcbain5401 Před 3 dny +2

    I would love some of your artwork of the places you show in your videos: the strawberry patch with the tall pink flowers with the sunrise behind it, the flat rocks that take shape to make up the fire pit, the lone moose with the woods backdrop at the start of your video. I think one of the coolest paintings was one someone painted of your mom with her red coat on and her and Maisy walking on the frozen lake with the white snow and beautiful orange sunrise. So much beauty to capture there that I think people would love if you wanted to share your paintings.

  • @heathermachala7623
    @heathermachala7623 Před 4 dny +8

    I can't wait for 5,10 years from now to see this all grow! Great painting too kiddo!

  • @floridaguy1133
    @floridaguy1133 Před 4 dny +6

    I would suggest to put some gravel just underneath the cabin that way you don't get many weeds under the edges plus it'll help get your tools outta the mud and dirt

  • @stephaniecossette7491
    @stephaniecossette7491 Před 4 dny +11

    Hi I'm lovin' the firepit. Cannot wait 'til it is done. Your art is impressive. You could give us tutorials as you paint and draw. Hopefully without making it just another job you 'have' to do. Not fun then. Picking strawberries in the ditch brought back a lot of memories from say 60 years ago. Tasty with fresh cream from the neighbours cows! Of course, the mosquitoes bring back the itchy memories, too. The hungry pests. Keep up the good work, Mick. We are rooting for you.

  • @UN_UrbanNomad66
    @UN_UrbanNomad66 Před 4 dny +10

    Heat and light with no skeeters; Heaven. Blessings dear one🌱

  • @leonicoates3204
    @leonicoates3204 Před 4 dny +5

    Love watching you doing what ever it takes to get the job done. Well done Mick.

  • @Wizards0nly
    @Wizards0nly Před 4 dny +8

    dude i love your dusty old parchment tome of mystical creatures and plants

  • @robertcumming2035
    @robertcumming2035 Před 4 dny +4

    Another great episode Mick! Do you have a patreon set up for your channel? Would love to kick in as a thank you for all the entertainment you are providing for us and help you get enough $$$ together so you can build a storage shed and a wood shed and get your winter wood put up before long. This way you can spend the whole winter season at your place.

  • @mikeolson2543
    @mikeolson2543 Před 4 dny +3

    Love Strawberry's, but you're doing an amazing job with the property..... looks really good

  • @milliealford8968
    @milliealford8968 Před 4 dny +7

    Wheelbarrow would be nice. 😊 You left shovel by stream where you got the flowers to plant in your flower bed.

  • @landoflibertychannel
    @landoflibertychannel Před 4 dny +9

    Mick we are pulling for you! But if you are spending the Winter there you will need to kick firewood production up a notch. I agree the place looks good but you will be bailing out in January if you cant stay warm! Think big picture or this living experiment will fail.

  • @marcyfalconer1275
    @marcyfalconer1275 Před 4 dny +5

    Just remember, you are doing an amazing job! Thank you for sharing.

  • @RonHight-un8uk
    @RonHight-un8uk Před 4 dny +16

    Absolutely beautiful there Mick! Respect brother! Keep up the good work!

  • @wilsondavenport6939
    @wilsondavenport6939 Před 4 dny +3

    It would be so cool to see you get 1-2 solar panels mounted up on the roof, and even if it’s overcast sometimes you’ll still get just enough power to power to charge your phone

  • @syedpiralishah67
    @syedpiralishah67 Před 4 dny +10

    Man I love your videos I wait for every Sunday just to watch your videos it’s the highlight of my week. You honestly have the best content on this platform

  • @slimjim3229
    @slimjim3229 Před 4 dny +4

    Those paintings are cool, you can sell them. Swing by the dump and see if you can round up some wagon wheels or a wheelbarrow to rehab. A yardcart will always be handy for moving things. Also start collecting lumber scraps, I'll explain later. Firewood should be a super-super high priority right now. Probably need 150 days + worth in AK. Are there any other berries you can collect and preserve?

  • @Alffraido
    @Alffraido Před 4 dny +5

    I love watching your home, become a home. You're awesome dude. Those drawings are dope.

  • @susanscully9523
    @susanscully9523 Před 4 dny +4

    Your firepit is going to be wonderful. I love it so far.

  • @elizabethmckenzie6977
    @elizabethmckenzie6977 Před 4 dny +3

    Mike things are looking good. The gravel will keep the mud situation in the spring. Keep up the good work, you are learning fast.

  • @annward7021
    @annward7021 Před 4 dny +7

    I enjoy seeing the progress that you are making. The strawberries looked delicious. 😊 Could you get a small flatbed trailer to pull behind your car to carry lumber or more containers of gravel ? You could unhook it when it wasn’t needed. Don’t get discouraged, you have come a long way. God bless!

  • @moegardner1
    @moegardner1 Před 3 dny +2

    I remember going out in the morning to pick some wild strawberrys for my breakfast when I was a kid. Also, goes down well when making jello, a real treat. Thanks for the vid

  • @PhilCatorio
    @PhilCatorio Před 4 dny +7

    Hello Mick: You are getting out of your house and doing a few items to make your place the way you want it to be. The list is something that you need after a good breakfast. Sort of like a meeting with your self to point you in the right direction and if you don't finish today's list pick up where you left off tomorrow. Way to go my friend and if you don't do it, it will not get done: I am sure you understand this now. Good job and keep on trucking B>)

  • @MaryTravels53
    @MaryTravels53 Před 4 dny +4

    Your cooking reminds me of your dad, while he was working on a project, he would make a breakfast and/or cook a wonderful looking steak on a campfire.

  • @janamunden1970
    @janamunden1970 Před 4 dny +4

    You are doing a great job making your cabin your home. I admire you for buying land and moving to Alaska and starting your life's journey. You are living a dream most of us would love
    Keep pushing forward ⏩ loving the accomplishments you are making
    Would love to see longer videos lol
    Love from Ohio

  • @j.c.norton6087
    @j.c.norton6087 Před 4 dny +3

    Great video. Your best yet. The way it was shot, edited, written and voiced was near perfection. You've grown a lot. I think this video proves that you've found your voice. Keep up the good work! Love supporting you from Michigan.

  • @suzannest-laurentdvorak459

    BUT!What you accomplished turned out awesome.

  • @midnightoil4339
    @midnightoil4339 Před 4 dny +6

    Your paintings look great! You're very talented!

  • @lawaincooley6788
    @lawaincooley6788 Před 3 dny +2

    Thank you for your peaceful footage and gentle narrative of your days. It is so pleasant! I'm so truly happy for you! I loved the strawberries in the jar with the sunrise background! Beautiful!!

  • @GDixon-ch3yl
    @GDixon-ch3yl Před 4 dny +5

    Your art is wonderful. Great video. You're making progress.

  • @katherineleavitt7275
    @katherineleavitt7275 Před 4 dny +7

    I love your drawings, you are a very talented artist. Kathy

  • @lautaro5608
    @lautaro5608 Před 4 dny +5

    Hey this one is a topic i've been waiting for you to discuss, would like to hear your plans or ideas for the future regarding food, green houses, meat, etc

  • @user-zi8qi9ip2g
    @user-zi8qi9ip2g Před 3 dny +2

    Love that you also are a painter. You did a day’s worth of work and rewarded yourself with painting. Fantastic!👏🏻😊

  • @Honeybadger7
    @Honeybadger7 Před 4 dny +3

    A little at a time actually does go a long way.

  • @zandramangrum5483
    @zandramangrum5483 Před 4 dny +2

    Your artwork is absolutely beautiful…it would definitely sell, if that’s something you would be interested in doing. I would imagine a local “made in Alaska” tourist area shop or online.

  • @codyhunt5022
    @codyhunt5022 Před 4 dny +3

    You should do a video about your future plans for the cabin and property

  • @Atm979
    @Atm979 Před 4 dny +5

    Thank you so much for taking the time. Great video.

  • @CMoore8539
    @CMoore8539 Před 3 dny +3

    Thank you for the Awesome Video!!!👍♥️🇺🇸 It’s such an Inspiration to watch you!! Take good care and Have a Beautiful Week!!!

  • @marvine7396
    @marvine7396 Před 4 dny +3

    I love your art Mick. I'm an artist as well. French Impressionist style, as well as Abstract art. Your place looks very nice. In another year, you will be amazed at your results. Well done Mick!

  • @raquelhernandez1733
    @raquelhernandez1733 Před 4 dny +4

    Everything is looking very nice, Mick! Try to get a wheelbarrow so you won't have to make so many trips to get the gravel from the car with a bucket. Please, be safe!

  • @alivewithhemp4989
    @alivewithhemp4989 Před 3 dny +1

    🎉Thank you for another great update!
    We have found using bags from dog food and feed is a great way to haul woodchips, dirt, and gravel from the pit. Friends and family save them for us. We only fill each one to what we can carry up our steep hill. That way we only have to scoop it once. It also allows for us to put bags on the floor boards and distribute the weight more evenly. I busted a back spring by putting too much weight in the back behind the tires. In the late fall we fill the bags with kindling and bark for quick morning fires and firestarter. It cuts down on the mess. The bags also help keep the wood dry.
    I am 56 and finally come to realize that there will always be a "to do" list. I am learning to schedule more enjoyable things to the list.

  • @shawnlockart
    @shawnlockart Před 4 dny +7

    Come along way since the start bud. Appreciate that. Its a good motivation and great for mental health. Way to go. Keep it up

  • @Cindyscrossstitch
    @Cindyscrossstitch Před 4 dny +4

    The paintings are really beautiful. 🌻

  • @annieamiguet7356
    @annieamiguet7356 Před 2 dny +1

    Another wonderful video from you Mick. I find it so enjoyable sharing your time. Yum crispy bacon!! I love the wildflowers. Sadly we have no wild strawberries in outback Queensland!! The gravel will be a huge bonus when done - especially helpful in rain!! The fire pit will be a great addition for you to enjoy alone, or with your mates. You painting is amazing, I paint with acrylics, and I wish my work is half as good as yours. Thanks Mick for taking us along with you. ☺🙃❤👩‍🦽

  • @lumynoxx
    @lumynoxx Před 4 dny +7

    I LOVE YOUR PAINTINGS! 10/10

  • @gingerkoel5608
    @gingerkoel5608 Před 3 dny +1

    Love the gravel all around the cabin and the addition of the flat rocks around the fire pit. Your home and the landscaping is really looking nice. Have fun creating your space!

  • @markdecker2724
    @markdecker2724 Před 4 dny +3

    Good job on the video. Just an idea, how about a wheelbarrow, or maybe a wagon. "Work smarter, not harder."

  • @carolepivarnik9316
    @carolepivarnik9316 Před 4 dny +4

    Things are really starting to shape up!

  • @mmiller1011
    @mmiller1011 Před 2 dny +1

    Mick, my boy you are an amazing young man. What’s sophisticated music you were playing. And that voice of yours is smooth as silk. Much love? Texas Granny

  • @vickyf164
    @vickyf164 Před 3 dny +1

    Hey Mick 👋 Good to see you settling in to life in your cabin out on your own ❤ You really should sell prints of your art, it is amazing 🤩 Have a blessed week 🙏

  • @charlenerichardson2623
    @charlenerichardson2623 Před 4 dny +1

    Beautiful scenery!

  • @nancytaylor511
    @nancytaylor511 Před 3 dny +1

    Thank you for sharing your day. Your parents can be very proud of their son. You are all very blessed.

  • @heidih2887
    @heidih2887 Před 4 dny +1

    Delightful video of the flowers/plants/trees and stunning sky scenes! Watching your progress on the various projects is inspiring! :D Love your artwork btw! :D

  • @jamesheidema
    @jamesheidema Před 3 dny +1

    I really enjoy your down-to-earth channel Mick! Thank you!

  • @dancooney8188
    @dancooney8188 Před 3 dny +1

    Mick, I am totally blown away by your artistic talent. Your paintings are awesome. What a good skill to have and continue to develop ………property is really taking shape. You’re doing good remember success is the sum of efforts repeated day in and day out.
    Az Dan

  • @superdoodjj
    @superdoodjj Před 3 dny +1

    My favorite BoA video yet! Everything is improving. I loved the music choices. Your shot composition has improved. And it's fun to see a lot of progress on the homestead. Nice work!

  • @cslej1676
    @cslej1676 Před 3 dny +1

    Another great video! Perfect length, great editing, superb music! The gravel really makes a difference in the aesthetic. Slow progress is still progress and over a few years, huge progress! Keep up the good work!

  • @CampMymy
    @CampMymy Před 3 dny +1

    I’m not surprised you are a skilled artist, everything you show us is highly artistic. It’s very fun to watch.

  • @lauriedeveau2195
    @lauriedeveau2195 Před 4 dny +2

    I love your art work , very detailed and skillfully done

  • @carolynmesser7199
    @carolynmesser7199 Před 2 dny +1

    Thx Mick always enjoy your videos, like your parents you don’t mind work to accomplish your goals . 😊🙏

  • @loispamplin9333
    @loispamplin9333 Před 2 dny +1

    You have made great progress.. and wow you are amazingly gifted with your paintings. Wonderful!

  • @15Montrano
    @15Montrano Před 3 dny +1

    I’m impressed by what all you did in one day! For those who want to see more art,
    Mick has a channel on CZcams about the art called (Mick makes stuff) you will see him developing the art he was showing, it’s very cool.
    He is a truly gifted artist because he thinks outside the box,makes his own characters and animals etc. and the way he paints seems different but it works amazingly well. I love everything he does.

  • @sarahfeuerborn
    @sarahfeuerborn Před 4 dny +4

    That sunrise ❤

  • @ginnysulya9805
    @ginnysulya9805 Před 22 hodinami

    Hey Mick, Still Life of your strawberries would make a lovely subject for your art and you could definitely sell them! Flowers and fish are lovely as well! Great job with the gravel! Keep up the hard work and enjoy the sunrise 🌅 Peace and blessings! 🤗

  • @Macismad
    @Macismad Před 4 dny +24

    I guarantee you those are, bar none, the best Strawberries you will ever eat! If you know, you know.

  • @cindyblair1283
    @cindyblair1283 Před 10 hodinami +1

    The homestead is really looking awesome Nick. Wow your painting are so very nice maybe you should sell them. Anyways Thank you for sharing and can’t wait until you share some more. Happy Independence Day. Be safe lots of love from 🇺🇸 Cindy

  • @51zebra
    @51zebra Před 4 dny +3

    Im not sure how to go about doing this, but you should really look into doing voice work, narrating videos etc. Your voice is very good. It would be a great source of income and im sure could be done remotely from your place. Also you might consider finding more small buckets for getting gravel. Buckets like you are using up to 5 gallon ones. This way you would speed up the process and have to handle the materials less. Enjoyed the video. Place is really looking good.

  • @user-sh6re2bl5p
    @user-sh6re2bl5p Před 3 dny +2

    Nice to see this come together! Love it.

  • @deb0523ful
    @deb0523ful Před 4 dny +3

    Everything coming together nice

  • @shirleyannconfer9651
    @shirleyannconfer9651 Před 4 dny +4

    Your voice would be wonderful for audio books.

    • @barbsteward5166
      @barbsteward5166 Před 4 dny +1

      I told him that early on. I suggested voice over as in commercials, etc.

  • @Maggie-eo3rd
    @Maggie-eo3rd Před 2 hodinami

    Beautiful scenery! Thank you Mic! God’s Blessings! ❤️🙏🤗

  • @joannehyduckhopkins6898
    @joannehyduckhopkins6898 Před 2 dny +1

    You are so talented! I love your art!
    You are making a very liveable existence there. Love it!

  • @spananton6467
    @spananton6467 Před 3 dny +1

    Dude, for transporting the gravel bring nylon sacks and a shovel with you and buy you a wheelbarow for moving stuff around the cabin and a rake also👍

  • @BibBobBibOnVacation
    @BibBobBibOnVacation Před 4 dny +3

    You too, have a good day, Mick 🎈

  • @SJC49
    @SJC49 Před 3 dny +2

    Free gravel - bonus! Pour a little vinegar on those weeds - makes a cheap weed killer and environmentally friendly. 😍🇨🇦

  • @missyjenta4
    @missyjenta4 Před 3 dny +1

    This is the best video yet. Totally had a calming effect thank you 🌻

  • @belieftransformation

    Great progress & paintings! Thanks for sharing! Blessings to all 🤗🇨🇦

  • @07scsu
    @07scsu Před 2 dny +1

    Mick,
    I think you should get yourself a wagon or something to help you transport your gravel and rocks when you bring them home. Take care.

  • @southerngardenesse
    @southerngardenesse Před 4 dny +2

    Enjoyed the video and glad to see you're getting protein.
    Buy Cafe Bustelo for your pour over coffee. It's great and goes further since it's ground finer.

  • @CMJSC1997
    @CMJSC1997 Před 4 dny +1

    good episode - keep it up and yes, your paintings are great!

  • @RJ2691
    @RJ2691 Před 3 dny +1

    Damn those portraits were incredible... Show us more of your art.

  • @chrissytaylor7685
    @chrissytaylor7685 Před 7 hodinami

    The outside of the cabin is looking awesome! Well done 👏