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- April 29, 2020
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No talking viral time lapse video of Shawn James off grid log cabin build by one man alone in the wilderness of Canada, from 1st tree I cut to last floor board I laid.
If you want to build a rustic log cabin or tiny off grid home alone in the wilderness and you haven’t seen the rest of my videos, this is a good primer. It’s super fast motion though, so if you are interested in building a primitive log cabin like this, take a look at the “Log Cabin The Bear Den” playlist on the channel.
At the beginning of the video, I show a winter drone photo of the cabin in the snow in December. Then I flashback to the first balsam fir tree I cut down with a saw and axe near the cabin. I drag the trees into place and clear the cabin site. All summer, I cut the notches in the logs as I built the cabin up, offsite. Once I was finished notching the logs with a log scribe, saw, axe, adze and wood carving gouge, I loaded up the entire cabin of logs and moved them to my land near Algonquin Park, Ontario Canada.
Once on site, I spent a month reassembling the cabin on a foundation of sand and gravel. Once the log walls were up, I again used hand tools to shape every log, board and timber to erect the gable ends, the wood roof, the porch, the outhouse and a seemingly endless number of woodworking projects.
For the roof, I used an ancient primitive technology to waterproof and preserve the wood – shou sugi ban, a fire hardening wood preservation technique unique to Japan and other areas in northern climates.
Because the cabin is offgrid, I have used hand tools for most of the build and without power, I have no options on site regardless. The tiny house will continue to be operated with power, not even renewable energy for now, so I’m heating the cabin with a wood stove fireplace, which I also cook on.
The cabin is made of cedar fence posts, twelve feet long and the cabin measures 10 feet x 20 feet inside with a one hundred square foot sleeping loft on the second floor.
The floor is made of two inch thick pine planks, torched to help repel water and to give them a rustic barn board appearance.
Tune off sound if you don’t want to hear the music, – there is no talking in this silent video.
What are some of the benefits of building your own log cabin, both in terms of practical advantages and personal fulfillment?
Log Cabin TIMELAPSE Built By ONE MAN In The Forest
In recent years, it has become increasingly popular to pursue a simpler way of life. With the hectic pace of modern living, many people are turning to the serenity and simplicity of living in log cabins. Some enthusiasts, like the one-man builder featured in this amazing timelapse video, have even taken it upon themselves to construct their own log cabin.
The video, which has garnered over a million views on YouTube, chronicles the building of a beautiful log cabin nestled deep in the forest. The builder, who is only identified as “Shawn James” in the video, started with nothing but the raw building materials and his own skills. Using only hand tools and traditional techniques, he set out to create a cozy and comfortable home in the woods.
To watch the video is to witness the mastery of a skilled craftsman. Over the course of several months, Shawn James meticulously crafted each element of the cabin by hand. He felled the trees and hewed the logs into shape, painstakingly chiseling out notches that would be used to anchor the logs together.
Despite the long hours of hard labor, Shawn James clearly enjoys the process of building his own home. At one point in the video, he remarks that the building materials he has gathered are “like a puzzle, and it’s fun trying to put it all together.” The joy he takes in his work is palpable throughout the video, as he works with a focused intensity that speaks to his deep commitment to the project.
The resulting log cabin is truly a thing of beauty. With its sturdy walls of closely fitted logs, rustic wooden furnishings, and cozy fireplace, the home exudes a warmth and charm that is hard to resist. This is a place that has been built with love and care, and it shows in every detail.
For those who are considering building their own log cabin, this video is both inspiring and informative. It offers a glimpse into the world of one man who has taken on the challenge of building his own home from scratch. The video showcases the power of human hands and the beauty of craftsmanship, reminding us of the satisfaction that comes from working with our own two hands.
In a moment when so many are looking to escape the hectic pace of everyday life, building a log cabin represents a return to simplicity and a connection to the natural world. For those who are willing to take on the challenge, the resulting home is more than just a rustic retreat – it’s a testament to the power of human creativity and the joy of working with our own two hands.
