March Forward: Spring Routines at the Camper, Kayak and Cabin

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A patchwork quilt of my current activities as I continue to restore the cabin, prepare the camper for spring and take a little breather before another winter storm hits. It was also an excuse to try some new editing software!
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@Janer-52 Год назад

Such a beautiful compilation. The kayak trip was so relaxing, and the camera work was superb. Cabin and camper updates always appreciated. Most of all, enjoyed the brilliant way you tie everything together with great storytelling. I've been watching since the A-liner, and my respect for you has only grown. Thank you, Slim.

@risingsun49 Год назад

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

@schwags1969 Год назад

I thought the same thing, like he made a story board for this one, he nailed this one.

@marcireale Год назад

Came here to say what Jane said, but she did it so well that there’s nothing more to say!

@Janer-52 Год назад

@@marcireale Thanks, Marci

@richardthomas1743 Год назад

YES! I really enjoyed this video. Your Cabin is really taking shape and is looking awesome. Thanks for taking us along Slim. ☀

@hopeheavenonplanetearth1417 Год назад

“That was nice. Time to get back to reality.” Time for me to start my day after a beautiful start with Slim! Thank you 🙏

@hopeheavenonplanetearth1417 Год назад

Slim… is telegram legit?

@SlimPotatohead Год назад

OF COURSE NOT! A scam! Please let me know the channel name and I will report them. Thanks! SP

@hopeheavenonplanetearth1417 Год назад

@@SlimPotatohead Exactly! I looked up the site and I saw that they have a Russian connection. When they told me to email you at that address, I had a feeling it was bogus. I will try to find out the connection… PS. If you come to the Orlando area next winter I have a 1 acre area to park for free👍

@kew3264 Год назад

What a wonderful way to start a Saturday morning. Thanks, Slim! I especially enjoyed the underwater shots.

@debralane7408 Год назад

The scenery on the kayak ride was beautiful. Glad to see you’re doing it and the cabin is coming along

@wthurman5910 Год назад

Taking time to relax is a great stress reliever. Loved the underwater shots. .So relaxing to go kayaking with you 😊 🙏❤️✌️☕

@papajon62 Год назад

Growing up in Michigan, we used to say “if you don’t like the weather, stick around, it will change!” I loved the transitions in this video. Kayaking - home improvement. Can’t wait to see how the kitchen comes out.

@kellykelly7747 Год назад

Slim. My father is in the process of passing, and this video opening on the river was so nice to watch. My father use to take us fishing and camping on the river. Thank you for sharing/creating your videos. They bring a sense of calm this morning.

@SlimPotatohead Год назад

I'm so glad I can offer a little comfort in a difficult time. Embrace those fond moments! SP

@conniedemchenko3860 Год назад

An old fashion wash stand with a pitcher and basin in the bathroom would be perfect. Your renovations are coming along nicely. Thank you for sharing it all with us. I too really liked the underwater video. From another maritimer 🙂

@SlimPotatohead Год назад

Great idea! The only running water in the bathroom may be the rainwater shower. Thanks! SP

@thomaswilliams2273 Год назад

You might like to use one of those water jugs/coolers, but make sure you get one that has the option of letting the water flow without holding a button. I have a 5 gallon insulated one that has an urn percolator type of valve that you press down for spring loaded action or lift up for continuous flow. It works well for washing your hands.

@karenpeterson5780 Год назад

Good to see all your improvements. If you only want one sink, keep the kitchen one. :-)

@a.swifty1081 Год назад

It shows that you enjoy adding whimsical editing to your videos. The sun shining on the solar panels is in the same position behind you in the kayak. Your delight in sharing your experiences is contagious and I am delighted whenever I see you've posted a story.

@carolxavier4388 Год назад

Hi Slim, great video. I like to think that kayaking is our “ reality”. Anytime I’m in nature, it feeds my spirit! THX for your beautiful videos. They also feed my 😂spirit. I actually experienced peace while watching ur kayaking!!

@dingo5208 Год назад

Too cold for his power pack to charge and Slim's out on the water paddling around braving the elements, what a champ, anything for the viewer's. Keep the sink! If you clean fish or do dishes you don't want to cross contaminate. A big metal sink is also handy for cleaning paint brushes and rollers and won't stain.

@JoHarmon-hg7wz Год назад

The paddle on the calm, beautiful water and the rock walls were a nice way to start the day, then the snow storm! I think not putting a sink in the kitchen would be a bad idea, but it's your cabin and so far it's looking good.

@KrzysztofC-1 Год назад

I never expect you to have "a lot done" in a video, I find kayaking/hiking videos equally relaxing to watch, especially if there are nature views included.

@susanb9796 Год назад

There's nothing like the sound of a paddle moving through calm waters!

@UltimateDIY Год назад

Hi there! I must be honest with you, when you bought the cabin I was thinking "what is he doing? that is too far gone", but seeing it now, it already looks great! There is a saying in my language "Omul sfinteste locul" which is equivalent to "A good farmer makes a good farm". And it really shows here.

@d14551 Год назад

The kayak trip looked lovely and peaceful - good for you for taking it. The chores will still be there.

@WIZ-IN-PA Год назад

10:18 (awesome editing from underwater to inside of the cabin). Loved it!

@mikepulley9956 Год назад

Wow, what an amazing day you had. Great that you were able to take your kayak out and take us along with you. You made my morning. Coffee tasted extra better with this video.

@doreen3737 Год назад

Good morning, Slim! Life is always so much better when I get my notification from you... Loved the underwater shots❤ Nothing Is wrong with you enjoying your life a little. Life is not always about working. So amazing that you have the best of both worlds a beautiful Spring day and the next day a snowstorm, that was great. lol 😊 Ok, NOW for the, is it just me that sees this because I had to put my Kitty to sleep 2 months ago and my neighbor just put their little dog down Thursday time...😌 That image of the Melting snow looked like a silhouette of maybe a little dog or cat shedding tears.... If you see it great, if not, it's OK, lol. And the next scene, boy, was it crying... enough to make a hole in the snow😳 It's probably just me 😜🤪 Anyway, Thank you for making my Saturday a little brighter and sharing some of your life with us. 🥰🥰 Have a wonderful weekend!

@Guitar-Power Год назад

Nice video Slim, I wish I could be calmer when I'm doing things like you. What I like about your concept and your work, you take some time to walk away and play with a sense of humor, we should never forget that. Many times we forget or lose it, once we lose that our life is not too good. I play the guitar which helps me to meditate. For most of my life working in around the city always kept me in suspense and uncertain about what may happen on the job because of all the things I had to have done.

@danrandall794 Год назад

For a guy that didn't like the water you sure looked relaxed and comfortable now.

@lindaroyal8161 Год назад

I would keep a small kitchen sink in that area, it would be very useful for food prep vs going into the bathroom to rinse off food or do dishes. I'd put a narrow counter across that entire wall, you'd have more than enough counter space. A place for a hot plate or other means to cook something and even a place for a small fridge under the counter, lots of storage. I wouldn't put any upper cabinets, do you really need them? I think a couple of open shelves would work just fine. This was a very calming relaxing video.

@nolemons Год назад

Designer firewood was what we called the conventional lumber off cuts. Cabin looks great. You are a motivator full of inspiration.thx Mr.Slim

@emanohtolify Год назад

Slim, always love your videos. We have a small 18' camper that we really enjoy with our family. When we were looking, I didn't think it was a big deal to have one sink. My wife insisted we get a camper that had a kitchen and bathroom sink. She was 100% right. Your bathroom stuff stays in the bathroom and the dishwashing and kitchen stuff stays in the kitchen. I've appreciated having both sinks. Looking forward to more camping and cabin videos.

@GreatGrannyFreeBird Год назад

The wild life, underwater video, and snow falling/melting were the best parts of this one, to me.

@ve2vfd Год назад

Those nice tide lines on the rocks reminded me how much I love kayaking in the bay. It never gets old.

@davidsradioroom9678 Год назад

I really like you interwove the kayaking trip into the video. Cool!

@maryespinola6865 Год назад

Kayaking scenes inspired me to get out there. About the plumbing, I assume you don't want to worry about dealing with freezing pipes and winterizing. Have you considered having a set-up like a lot of the van conversion where they have 5 gallon jugs for fresh and gray water and a battery operated faucet? Seems practical and not too expensive. With your skills it would be easy to create.

@agesadventures Год назад

I'd suggest keeping a separate kitchen sink. What you can do though is get a cutting board or something like that to fit overtop it while it's not in use. That will give you that little bit of extra counter space when the sink is not in use.

@touluevang3471 Год назад

I like how Slim overcame his fear of water.

@cirrus820travelers9 Год назад

Great reality, KAYAKING! Beautiful view on the water. What you are doing inside the cabin is very inspiring in so many ways. Thank you.

@rickrentz6602 Год назад

Thank you Slim! I miss being on the water. Minnesota’s ice has another 7 weeks of cover before the canoe can get in. I appreciate the inspiration!

@kaykaykayak9368 Год назад

I live in Wisconsin and I Love kayaking in March, you can see more of the .. lay of the land !great video.

@3generations393 Год назад

Indeed! Another great adventure with Slim. Your creativity and editing skills never disappoint. Thank you & may God bless 🙏✌️🌎💞

@cyberi4a Год назад

Outside trailer lights are my pet peeve. I want lights on all four sides that can be controlled from the inside. If you hear a noise at night, you want to be able to turn on the outside lights and see what is going on from the inside of the trailer.

@squidgypants722 Год назад

Greetings from England Slim. Another excellent video. 👍

@susanstrickland6774 Год назад

Extremely beautiful area to kayak. I'm always amazed at all the things you get done. Nice fixes on the camper. Love that cabin. You have really done some serious repairs and renovations. Great job!!! Love that you get the 2x4 ends at the mill to heat up. Waste not, want not. 🙂👍👍

@joannsilva4715 Год назад

Tator, I'd vote for a kitchen sink, preparing food can get messy! Beautiful sunset! Cabin is lookin' good!

@danward8235 Год назад

Hi Slim! Kyyackalaca Away! You deserve a break now and then! Now get back to work! Lol 😆!! Thanks Bro, you have taught me so much!

@annavallentin4662 Год назад

Ah, you've reminding me of my scuba diving days. Your transitions (rising from the water into the kitchen, and fading from the underwater beams of sunlight to the sunset sky) are so creative and fun! Thanks for the lovely video.

@jaggjagg5928 Год назад

Thank you for taking me on a March kayaking adventure. Truly beautiful!

@seanfavouritesongswithkayb9868 Год назад

Turntable for the solar panels might work well, on wheels even better 🙂

@dwanehoughtaling419 Год назад

If you haven't finalized your kitchen sink decision yet, I 'd suggest thinking about how you (or whoever you sell the cabin to in the future) will cook. Do you really want to go into the bathroom to get your cooking water or wash dishes in the bathroom? If you don't like the cabinet hung on the wall, maybe you could repurpose it as a floor cabinet. Depending on hight, you may be able to connect it to your existing counter top. You'd probably need to raise the cabinet with a toe kick to get close to the counter top height. Good luck with your rebuild. It's certainly a bigger challenge than I'd undertake. That kayak trip was amazing. Some of those underwater scenes looked like something from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Take care and enjoy.

@seanoreilly6551 Год назад

Being rejuvenated is better than resting!

@alanjackson4646 Год назад

Nice work, like the pine stain, very mellow. Spring Greetings from the U.K.

@paullewis5045 Год назад

Thanks for sharing the Kayak paddle; just beautiful! Your camera did amazingly well when the sun was at your back. That was a tough imaging condition. Your critter friends are always a treat too. The power station and panels seem to be crushing it with good light.

@stoneymonte5333 Год назад

I agree that you have to grab those days of warmth and wonder and live every minute of it!!

@ztechrepairs Год назад

Dang right slim you take all the kayaking trips you want lol.

@heatherbrown9977 Год назад

Gotta give you credit, I’m amazed that you go in the water being scared of it. I’m terrified of spiders, you’d never see me holding one… good for you 👍👍

@ladikmk Год назад

With beautiful, clear water like that to kayak on, I’d be out there paddling as well. Thanks for sharing Slim.

@jefflunt9615 Год назад

Great, as always. I actually liked the format you used...jumping from this to that. Kind of like many of today's TV shows with multiple stories going on. Nice work, Slim.

@n00206 Год назад

Loved the underwater to cabin transition!

@coastkat1742 Год назад

Such a beautiful place, think this beats the heck out of city living 😀

@janingham1823 Год назад

Thank you Slim… it’s always a pleasure to see your videos pop up on my feed. Thank you for sharing. Where you live is beautiful.

@folonrng Год назад

what a video. love the back and forth jumping! :D and relax, i relaxed too watching the vid. very soothing :) glad you're taking care of yourself. life isn't always about getting things done. sometimes it's most important to unwind and take care of your own well being 100%. :)

@MeiraV- Год назад

It's so cool the way you've done the work to make peace with bodies of water, Slim. It inspires me to tackle things I find scary. :)

@MrLangDog Год назад

Nice concept..cutting back and forth between the awesome day and regular days.🌞❄👍

@lisalanteigne4382 Год назад

Normally it’s colder this time around but we’ve been blessed with warm temperatures lately!

@dewdropn5619 Год назад

Beautiful shot of the sunset. Seems your comfort level is much improved, being out on the water. Great salvaging the local mills refuse, for firewood. Your cabin exterior looks fantastic. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe. 🕊

@petevillemaire6711 Год назад

Wow! looks like you got a great day in kayaking, and a few little things in when the weather was more seasonal. Gotta take advantage when Mother Nature puts one out on a silver platter like that.

@SolarSailor1967 Год назад

Great transitions from leisure to work scenes. Underwater shots were awesome.

@deepsea5107 Год назад

The Undersea World of Slim Potatohead...I'm glad you didn't roll your kayak and follow your GoPro into the abyss! :) Great compilation, Slim! All the best to you from one of your Maine neighbors!

@bikingal4283 Год назад

hands down one of your best altho it's hard to beat the rest.. they're all so good and each has its' own entertainment value.....your cabin if just beautiful...all the love and hard work you've put into it really shows thru... where I live we can have 40* weather changes in one day as well but we sure don't get snow...the back and forth between days was very powerful to see... .never underestimate mother nature for sure... thanks again..oh and I vote for sink in the kitchen if you're doing a survey

@LLC273 Год назад

Love the underwater shot

@sjTHEfirst Год назад

A good kayak trip helps clear out the winter cobwebs. 😂

@williamwilliam728 Год назад

Thanks Slim. As a an ex-pat living in the Philippines, I love my little bit of Canadiana and tidbits of fixer-uppers from you. Thanks!

@impressionsfromthegarden1915 Год назад

Thumbs up, will watch later slim

@gene_takovic57 Год назад

A beautiful paddle! Plus the sunshine always puts a smile on people's faces. Thanks for sharing!

@regular-joe Год назад

Slim, I would totally watch "slow tv" videos of your kayaking trips.

@mskraftee5252 Год назад

What an amazing piece of property you got. Wow!

@ndlz1 Год назад

Beautiful nature. Eerie under water.🫣

@USXPOP Год назад

Nice segues. Your video get better all the time. Looking for more soon.

@ReflectedMiles Год назад

At least when I first saw this posted mid-day on Saturday, it was +4 C (41 F) in Calgary and forecast to get up to 11 C (52 F) on Thursday.

@patriciawilson5950 11 месяцев назад

Mother nature is glorious in all seasons. I live in northern Michigan and love it. I always wanted to visit eastern Canada. It seems beautiful.

@slagmaker6780 Год назад

Great video! Loved the segments of progress on projects!

@rosesevers5181 Год назад

Watching with envy from England … that lake looks beautiful 😁

@sbodi4d Год назад

There's hardly any water where I live (West Texas), but you made me want a kayak! Love this type of video where you're just rambling on about different things. I feel the same way you do!

@grannypeacock1218 Год назад

Dear Slim, I wouldn’t put your stove on the counter in front of the window. I think there is a rule against that because of the draft from the window and because the curtains will catch fire. Beautiful and inspiring video. I love your solar panels.

@larrygilbert7273 Год назад

Man, I hated those spring snow storms in Maine. The snow is like mash potatoes and gravy. Very wet and heavy to move.

@roymarchant6361 Год назад

Nice update! Beautiful day to rejuvenate. Look forward to your future travels and cabin projects. Stay safe!

@patshankle3281 Год назад

❤Love all the quiet scenery and you have done so much on the cabin and trailer. Love watching winter camping videos I guess now it's about time for spring and summer camping. Here in Kansas we have had lots of cold but not snow. Keep adding videos and will be here to watch. 💕 💕 💕❤

@azclaimjumper Год назад

I especially enjoyed the underwater footage. Warm Regards from Reno, Nevada U.S.A.

@rowanmulvey8632 Год назад

Wow, great content, great camera work, great editing and production work!

@user-gf1gb9lo4c 5 месяцев назад

hi slim, i just want you to know that i love all your videos, but the one's i like the best are your kayaking videos. years ago, i used to go canoeing, and row boating off of the chesapeake bay and had a great time. if possible, would you make some more of those kayaking one's, if your schedule permits. thank you very much.

@beachcomberkt Год назад

Great video, Slim. I love the kayaking and the sound of the paddles in the water. : )

@suepatrick3705 Год назад

Slim, Thanks for the update and the beautiful kayak sequence! I brought my Aliner out of storage yesterday looking forward to traveling again !

@lindawoods6841 Год назад

Awe thank you for the little kayak trip.. cabin looks good! the camper looks good too! Good idea about the lights for outside with a switch on the inside.. also like how you save your pallet wood,, everything is looking awesome.. thank you Slim for sharing.

@zendt66 Год назад

Great editing slim! I always love your videos.

@MrsMoon-qs2gf Год назад

Love the underwater shots! Very peaceful vid. Thanks!

@blahblahblah6965 Год назад

Very nice underwater footage... really enjoyed the transitioning scenes... and yes, I vote for keeping both sinks. 🤣🤣😉😉

@mommat1306 Год назад

My hubby does the same for firewood. Several places where he gets it free. Both lumber and the city tree and limb collection yard have it for the taking! Free heat! Especially welcome this year. I wonder if you could build some kind of big turntable to mount your solar array on then you could just turn it to the angle of the sun as the day progresses.

@debra-vs Год назад

This video was nigh on perfect, Slim. I loved the kayaking part. The underwater sections were great. And the cabin and RV updates were really informative. What a great way to start my week!

@Chordonblue Год назад

You know Slim, your videos entice me to come back to Canada for a visit and probably should be featured on the Canadian Tourism Commission. Nice job, as always!

@VickyGeagan Год назад

Doug, with your kitchen, I wounder if you could make some kind of insert that would turn your kitchen sink into a cutting board/ table? That would allow you to use it with a single burner stove electric or gas similar to a camper. I really like the Bay of Fundy. Especially before a storm it is allays do peaceful. In town is nice too.

@SlimPotatohead Год назад

Doug?

@donreinholz8121 Год назад

I loved the kayak ride along Slim, especially the rock walls where you could see the different water levels and the underwater footage too. Is that salt water? The free firewood is awesome. It will be interesting to see what you do with the kitchen. Your solar and battery storage seem to be working out well. Safe travels.

@zenoelea8239 Год назад

Totally agree with your summary, love the soothing water sounds of the paddles. Thanks Slim.

@janeenadams Год назад

I’m jealous of the snow. We didn’t get any besides a few flurries this year in the east coast mid-Atlantic state of Delaware. We typically get one or two decent snow storms each winter.

@gailwind4168 Год назад

Thanks for the tip on the door seal. I also noticed this winter a draft and a little water at the bottom of my door.

@johnnylightning1491 Год назад

I was surprised there were no fish in your underwater footage, maybe they're still in Florida for the winter. I'm afraid that weather stripping will migrate when it gets hot, but maybe it's better than the stuff I used a couple of decades ago. Keep the good stuff coming.