SIMPLE LIVING. One Man's Perspective on Life and Dream Fulfillment.

OFF GRID HOMESTEADING With The Boss Of The Swamp

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When I was a boy, all I wanted was to live in a cabin in the woods when I grew up. Everyone told me I couldn't, wouldn't, shouldn't, and squashed my dreams with discouragement. I proved them wrong by following my own path. I built my first off grid cabin when I was 18 and have been conquering dreams ever since.
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On my channel you will find videos pertaining to homesteading, gardening and living off the grid with fun DIY projects for self-reliance and SHTF emergency preparedness situations, with some campfire cooking and good old backwoods humor thrown in. Sharing knowledge and stories from over 30 years of living in the woods.
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MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: How do you have internet at your cabins? A: I have cell service at both cabins but it is spotty due to foliage and cloud cover. I can access the internet from my cabins but have to drive to a local wifi location to upload videos.
Q: How old is Frankie? A: Frankie will be 10 in April of 2018
Q: What video editing software do I use? A: Presently, all I use is Windows Live Movie maker but I’m considering trying imovie, Adobe Elements or SONY VEGAS PRO.
Q: How do you get your water? Did you dig a well? A: Presently, I haul water to the NY cabin but at the NH cabin, I drop a kettle into an old well that was dug by hand by the settlers in the 1700’s.
Q:What is your favorite brand of cast iron cookware? A: I prefer using vintage cast iron. My favorites are BSR and Griswold. If I had to buy new I would buy a Lodge Brand. I plan to purchase this dutch oven in the future:
Q: What do you use for refrigeration? A: We have a small gas refrigerator that we salvaged from an old Shasta camper and a custom icebox that I built into the cabin wall. We make ice on site with a propane freezer.
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Q: What do you use for cooking and heating? A: We use a Kitchen Queen 380 for cooking and heating during the winter months but we also have an antique gas stove in the cabin for when we don't need the heat from the KQ.
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@brassknucklegraff 9 лет назад

A man only becomes old when he trades in his dreams for regrets.

@alanj7306 3 года назад

Well said!

@janied8831 2 года назад

TRUE THAT!!! Amen 🙏🙏🙏

@paulwilson7234 Год назад

In a nutshell.

@greghanlon2235 9 лет назад

The exact message I needed at 18. Forty years later I got the degree (working four jobs to pay my way), colon cancer and as an added bonus four heart attacks. I never wanted the American Dream, but didn't listen to my gut. My experience now tells me when you don't listen to your gut and follow your heart your body will revolt. Wish I had a friend like you back then.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

+Hanlon Greg I wish I had someone encouraging me rather than discouraging me as well. Sometimes it pay off to be a stubborn lil cuss I guess.Thanks for commenting.

@greghanlon2235 9 лет назад

Did a lot of it to please my pop. He was always there encouraging me to be a leader and set an example for my four younger siblings. You've done well for yourself and should take pride in that but is always rewarding to hear praise from someone you respect. What kind of art do you do? I paint landscapes with classic cars, but art market died out here when the housing bubble burst.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

+Hanlon Greg My art now is making videos but I used to be a pencil artist / illustrator. You can see some of my works here: www.jcdesclosoutdoors.com

@greghanlon2235 9 лет назад

Gotta love those micron pens. Did some 18x24 car portraits with 005s. Yeah... they took weeks.

@greghanlon2235 9 лет назад

Really like the Model A and barn. Good contrast!

@arlenekorth2253 6 лет назад

Independent thinkers are frequently strong willed because they have to be. Makes me want to be more of an encouraging person rather than discouraging one. Thanks Boss!

@CarterWHern 9 лет назад

Well said. I am into 39 Years to doing what I want to do. (67 now) Woodworker, Cabinetmaker, Antique furniture restoration. I love it and am glad I marched to a different drummer. When I watched your video I was reminded of all you said. Well said.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Carter W Hern I'm hearing from quite a few that have followed their own path and I'm lovin it. Keep on keepin on brother.

@Trista1983 5 лет назад

I love it! I'm in the process of building my tiny house in the woods. Just got my 5 acres with a pond in the back, now getting it cleared to prepare for my septic/well and to build. I can't wait.

@dabprod 9 лет назад

Boy.....I wish more young people could get your message through their thick skulls. I'm 71 and have done things my way most of my life. Always colored outside the lines to the displeasure of my family and many friends. Moved out at the age of 16 and lived in the YMCA and went to school and worked a part time job to pay the rent and keep my truck on the road. Have lived in the same house on a lake in up-state NY for 30yrs that's paid for. Retired at 35..... Acquire a marketable skill and work for yourself. Learn how to think for yourself. Great video Boss.

@Food-Dharma 4 года назад

I wonder what was your marketable skill, if I may ask? Congrats to you on successfully living nearly your entire life on your own terms. Great accomplishment in its own right.

@dabprod 4 года назад

@@Food-Dharma I had been in management and sales. A corporate officer and VP of a NY corporation. Retired at 35 because of a freak accident at work. But I had always enjoyed working with wood. I taught myself how to build picture frames. Bought up some older used framing equipment and ended up with a full commercial framing business in my basement. Worked craft shows, street fairs, festivals, flea markets, and native American pow wow's all over NY State, PA and all through New England.

@barlotardy 9 лет назад

Well, I might still be working my crappy day job, but on the up side, they just payed me to watch this video on a company computer! I'll take my victories where I can get them.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Bradford Taylor Love it. Sounds like a win win. All the best.

@DeepSouthHomestead 8 лет назад

Just wanted to say the wife and i just sat down and watched this video again along with its counterpart and i must say its so inspiring to hear.You sat and practically told my life story.I was always different the black sheep but today im the only one with every thing paid for living the simple life.But what do i know i never would conform.Great video.

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Deep South Homestead Funny how it seems to work out that way. I was always told I couldn't, shouldn't and wouldn't. I quit school in 8th grade, the black sheep, the bad seed who would never make anything of himself but I retired at 42 and did so by doing everything I wanted to do, not what I was told to do. Life is what you make of it. Happy New Year :-)))))))

@valentinoanderson8697 3 года назад

I know Im asking the wrong place but does anyone know a tool to log back into an instagram account?? I was stupid forgot the login password. I would love any assistance you can offer me!

@rosyposiemoss7417 8 лет назад

I so enjoy your videos. I, like you, dreamed as a child of living in the woods. I have been told my whole life that a woman can't live the way I dream of. It's too hard, dangerous, etc. I have worked my life to provide for my family and now closing in on 49 and widowed many years I am embarking on my dreams. I may be starting late, but one day and step at a time I will be living free of the entanglements of "The American Dream". Thanks for the inspiration, lessons, humor and instruction. With God's blessings.

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Rosy Posiemoss Late is not "too late" my friend. I have friends that are building their first off grid cabin. She is 66 and he is 70 and it's not too late for them either. Best of luck with your new direction. God Bless.

@wcknives 9 лет назад

Great video. I simplified my life about 5 years ago. It was the best decision I ever made.

@WHOTHAHELLYATHINKIAM 5 лет назад

Great video Boss man. It's amazing you have all the exact thoughts on life as I've held. You acted upon it, I've kept it as a dream for 55 years. I'm living through you for the time being.

@duncanhaiar6573 9 лет назад

This was just the video that I needed! I am 16 years old, and just starting my Junior year of high school and everyone including my family thinks that in order to have a happy and productive life you have to go to college! I was recently told that the money my grandma and grandpa have saved up for my "college" will not be given to me until I go to college. My father has me listening to Dave Ramsay and I love the thought of not having debt and living a happy life! I am not sure what I want to do after high school, I am thinking of being a welder or a truck driver, neither of which you have to go to college for. My father is a huge influence on me and is there to support me the whole way through. Neither of my parents went to college and the both have very successful businesses. My mom has a catering business and my dad has a trucking company. My grandparents still dont approve of me not going to college but i am going to do what i want to do with my life that I think will be the best. I just have to have a plan. Thank you for sharing your story, this video really inspired me! Thanks

@Growmap 8 лет назад

+Duncan Haiar Knowing how to weld is always a skill worth having that can make you a good living - but learn to protect your ears, hands, arms and lungs! Your grandparents probably want you to go to college because back then that was the thing we were told would make you successful. In their generation, a college education led to a lifetime career. That ALMOST worked for me - but I had 2 years too few and lost out on a full retirement and health benefits because of it. A college education is no longer the golden ticket it once was. It doesn't work very well anymore and the debt it requires is enormous. Many go to college only to regret the debt they took on and then start businesses they could have started much better with the money they wasted on college. Doing what your parents did makes far more sense. Working in their businesses to get a better idea what you want to do in life would be a good idea. Do you want to be the business owner or the hourly wage slave? Watch Kiyosaki's Rich Dad Poor Dad material or read the book. Share that with your parents. Share the video in www.dirjournal.com/guides/job-choices/ with them. If that doesn't sway them, I'd be happy to talk to them and explain how the world has changed. You can find out more about me at LinkedIn.com/in/growmap - I know what I'm talking about and I help many people get freelance work online. Current estimates show that 46% of people will be freelancing by 2020 (off the top of my head - I can find the studies and share the links if you want them). This is because jobs and careers are gone and not coming back. There are skills that pay 6 figures you can learn from online courses that cost a few thousand dollars - IF you have an interest and aptitude for conversion optimization, lead generation or analysis. Please don't go to college until and unless you know what you want to do. Doing it "to find yourself" was ok when it was cheap, but is a very, very bad idea if you have to borrow to do it. Contact me if you want to discuss this further. The best way is on Skype. My username is growmap and Skype is available free online.

@joeo7257 8 лет назад

Most folks your age don't know what they want to do. They haven't experienced enough in life yet. I never aspired to be an aircraft mechanic, I aspired to be a pilot, but my training led me to being an aircraft mechanic who can fly upside down if I want to, I suggest you shoot much higher, if you want to create art or inventions, or build race car frames, and need to weld, go for it. Don't expect to fulfill your dreams working for the man as a welder. I hope you expect more of yourself than paying the bills. My job allows me to build kit planes and to fly. My point is that you shouldn't go to college to fulfill somebody else's expectation. Find a passion and go for it. Don't be ordinary because its easier. Be extraordinary! You have an opportunity that most people don't have. If it requires college, go for it... full on attack!

@dannoquin7322 9 лет назад

JC, being a self made made man is very fulfilling. I am also a person who marches to my own drummer. I enjoy watching your videos and how you and Frankie thrive in your world.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Danno Quin It's the only way to be my friend. Never could grasp the conformity thing.

@ferdinandmeyer8354 5 лет назад

I needed to hear this,thank you for sharing this wisdom!

@backyardmeat 9 лет назад

You have been a real inspirational to me Boss, I have a 5 year plan to hang up the shirt and tie and live more on my terms, I'm planning on getting off the train soon as can. Once I own the dirt under me, I don't need a whole more than that. I Can't wait to just farm in the summer and trap in the winter and not make much money at either :) keep preaching the good word Jc!

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

backyardmeat Thanks Aaron. I will be doing follow ups on this subject and also talk a lot about finances. I have a lot to say. I have no doubts you will conquer your goals.

@rdlykryk4384 Год назад

I hope that you are 2 yrs. deep in doing your own thing. Time is flying.

@ChevetteMan 7 лет назад

WOW!!! I showed this video to my soon to be 62 year old father, who is still in debt up to his eye balls and no chance of retiring. He's been on that "one way train" all of his life, and the train tickets keep getting more and more expensive. He sat there quietly soaking in everything you said and at the end he looked up and said "This guy has it figured out!" You hit the nail on the head! As a fairly young man, I find myself very fortunate to have seen this video! I made the decision to get out of debt last year and have successfully completed that. My next step is to build a self sufficient homestead. That will start taking place this year. THANK YOU for the inspiration!

@thebossoftheswamp 7 лет назад

Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. I have a part 2 to this series in my homestead and simple living playlist. Good luck with your plans.

@jlawlor7560 6 лет назад

Your living my dream man I'm selling my house in the next year gonna clear my mortgage by something small and live a big life man .

@jonniewilliams2622 7 лет назад

This made me cry like a baby. You, my friend, are the wisest man I have ever listened to. I will watch this many times.

@mikeduffy8229 9 лет назад

wow jc you hit that right on the nose you are so right Frankie looks happy being out at the cabin with you

@hardharryhunter8383 9 лет назад

perfect timing. today is my first day being homeless and this video made me realize sooo much

@StarryHilder 9 лет назад

Great video Mr bossoftheswamp man! you are so right on everything. I am a nurse and listen to story after story of people who have regrets! Who cant take their life back! We are pigeon ed holed into this road we are "suppose" to walk down. And we we deviate from that we are labeled as FREAKS and outcasts. I to had similar experiences with teachers..one who was convinced I had plagiarized a short story I wrote for he didn't believe I had written it! totally crushed me!! Its SAd the influences these popele CAN have. AND IF you conform and dont BREAK out of the box..you are ruined forever!! THANK you for the BESt story and enlightenment i have heard in a long time! And never forget..Jesus to was a outcast by many!!....:) God bless you!

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

+Starry Hilder Thank you for your kind words Starry. Well said my friend. I couldn't agree more with everything you wrote. God Bless.

@janied8831 3 года назад

Amen Amen 🙏🙏🙏Janie D

@bencowan2507 6 лет назад

Self help and seminars will never be able to touch the wisdom of experienced men and women like you. Im 19, and this video just changed my life. Thank you.

@thebossoftheswamp 6 лет назад

Best of luck to you Benjamin.

@bencowan2507 6 лет назад

thebossoftheswamp Thank you sir

@samfogleman271 8 лет назад

Hey JC, I turn 40 this June. I live a very simple lifestyle. I do have a fulltime driving job...loading and delivering milk. Im working toward my black belt in taekwondo. Building my retirement also. As I get older, I understand what your saying in your videos...those are golden nuggets of wisdom. Thank you again for your wonderful videos. By the way, I call Colorado home. I drive a tractor-trailer and that happens to be my "home". It is surprising the reactions I get. I plan to retire with a small cabin and enjoying life much like you are. Take care my friend.

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Sam Fogleman Sounds like you've got a good plan for yourself. Best of luck to you.

@patsyennis8 9 лет назад

I just want to take the time to tell you how much my husband and I love,love your videos ,they're awesome!!! IWe love Frankie, he's so smart!! We love your way of life and wished we had thought of it while we were still young! We're in our 60's and trying to live through each of your videos you make,so please continue making the great videos you're coming out with-God Bless you always,our friend!!!!

@ejwhiteew 9 лет назад

Loved everything about this video! The most inspirational video I have seen in awhile.

@BonnieBlue2A 9 лет назад

"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference." - Robert Frost

@louisemissouri4410 9 лет назад

Over 2 years ago I was told forget learning how to do watercolor paintings by an artist that had no idea of my capabilities. I am learning every day more and more and even my parents told me art won't pay the bills so I was steered away from drawing and painting. I wish I hadn't listened to them, I was always pulled by artists by my heart and always wanted to be able to live my life doing it full time. Now at 60 I've finally learned portraits, landscapes, and learning watercolor. Wouldn't it have been wonderful to have had art in my life growing up and done what I had wanted? I sure hope other's hear what your saying. I hope they aren't sitting in their living rooms like I am wondering how they are going to find a job when they hit 60 without living with their kids to help support themselves and help their children support themselves. Today it takes 2 to 2 1/2 incomes to live in the city. How I wish I could get my family out into the country and show them life doesn't have to be that 9 to 5 rat race. I'm going to help my daughter and her husband save money to get out of the rat race. I hope every teen that is in ear's reach really hears what your saying. Do you still draw any more? I can't imagine not doing it now, a sketchpad is always at my side and not challenging myself by trying to draw something each day leaves me feeling like something is lost and I have to go find it. lol

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Louise Florida Doesn't it feel good to do what YOU want to do? And feel even better when you find success with it? Our society discourages the free thinkers. My whole life has been a battle in this regard.I haven't done any drawing in a long time. Not sure if I will ever pick it up again. I enjoy making videos a lot more now.

@invernante1985 7 лет назад

Louise Florida /Missouri I

@soulbutterfly23 7 лет назад

Well. I swear we have the same people who tell us we can't do this or we can't do that out of fear!!! You inspire the heck out of me to fulfill my own desires. They are becoming a reality this year. My own cabin in the woods in Western NY. Thank You so much for all of the tips on building and just the simple things. I love All Your videos. Again, Thank You!

@johngusmano387 9 лет назад

This is by far, my favorite video you have put out to date (and that's saying something!). You continue to be my inspiration to live out my dreams. Keep the great vids coming and I'll be sending you a care package soon, with some "Moose Drool"! All the best my friend...

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Johnny G Thanks Johnny. Been a while since I've had a cold Moose Drool.All the best to you.

@Rebekahdavignon 9 лет назад

Johnny G I wish that I had followed this path 40 years ago. I was conned by society.

@8869crysler 9 лет назад

I agree they all are great, but this is the most powerful one.

@sandyblackford8999 7 лет назад

It is never too late.

@mikegto65 9 лет назад

I have had my eyes opened by your beliefs. Thank you. I feel I have become victim to society. Never too late to change. Working on it as we speak.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

mike smith Make your changes Mike. Make them while you still have the freedom to do so. We lose more of our freedom everyday with this government.

@Sheila6325 9 лет назад

Sweetie, I have never been more pleased than when I got your "Outhouse" drawing, yep, with the Little Stinkers on it!! It's Perfect! I also wish your teacher could see it too. My 2 grandsons are both at VA Tech, (one graduated this year) but it is what they want. Really smart, Deans list, and they both love school. Very much UNLIKE their grandmother. (me) I was a "Do it Myself" type too! still am. I get so many great ideas from you, and you encourage me so much, especially since I'm getting so old. What used to keep me working like crazy, half kills me now, but I do hang in there. I "Do a little, Yet do it Often" works every time. Great Video! Bless, Sheila

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Sheila6325 I hear ya Sheila. What I used to love to do all day, takes me all day to do ha ha. Blessings to you my friend.

@sheilagrace2725 7 лет назад

I just shared this video with my brother who's struggling with (I call it) the Monster and is looking for a way out. We found your channel while searching for ways to recondition our cast iron pans. We found a whole lot more than that! When I was eight I had the same dreams - the simple life. It got lost when I got lost trying to 'do it right' and color in the lines (sometimes). Now I'm free thanks to the Universe helping me (by way of a bankruptcy in 2012) and I've come full circle back to living my dream. Baby steps, no debt, no credit, work with honor, make a living, not earn a living, simplify. Thank you, Sheila, Will & Dawn

@grdngodess 9 лет назад

Great perspective. Not everyone dreams the same dream, for some of us less is more.

@markbetche7110 9 лет назад

Another great video. Your channel is a part of my daily routine. Keepem coming Boss.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Mark Betche Thanks Mark. Hope I never disappoint.

@MineEngineer 9 лет назад

Sir, I am 16. I felt and still feel like you did growing up. I don't want to go to collage, and my family is saying that I will be a total failure if I don't. I love carpentry, I even helped build our house, and I was thinking that by the time I'm 20 I will have enough for land. I can build an off grid cabin, and grow and hunt for my food. Everyone thinks I'm crazy for trying to follow my dreams. I'm trying to get my uncle to teach me to hunt. Thank you sir, you are an inspiration.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Logan Wyatt Certainly won't attempt to influence you in either direction Logan. College has its pros and cons like everything else in life. Just gotta weigh them out and make choices that suit your needs. Best of luck to you.

@MineEngineer 9 лет назад

+thebossoftheswamp Thank you sir. Tell Frankie I said hi.

@dezertXer 7 лет назад

Logan Wyatt follow your dreams.

@davidrusso6276 6 лет назад

Logan Wyatt, funny I'm reading your comment 2 years after you posted this. But thought it was to good not to comment. I'm 21, building a house on property way out in the middle of no where. I'm a carpenter. It is most definitely the way to go in my opinion.

@alainew.4467 9 лет назад

I feel so connected to you.... You are a beautiful man, inside and out.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Alaine W. Thanks for the smiles Alaine. Cheers.

@alainew.4467 9 лет назад

Cheers, handsome! And thank YOU for the smile I can't shake. Wish I was there with you and Frankie. I have two Shiba Inus and have similar color hair to my red male - long natural strawberry blonde, wavy hair and I also have a cream with apricot female Shiba. They are gorgeous and also love chipmunks - real and stuffed. You are just soo attractive - and not just externally, for words... mmmmmm and so gifted. I plan to buy some of your art soon! Love it! xoxo

@UziNineMillomeetah 9 лет назад

So inspirational. Excellent video man. You've encouraged me to stay on my own path.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

***** Stay focused my friend. All the best.

@RawFruitGuy 8 лет назад

I never watched a more genuine take on minimalism from an older person. Thank you, I was thoroughly impressed.

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Ryan White Thank you kindly.

@TheWoodlandTrapper 9 лет назад

The best video I have seen in a LONG time. Thank you so much for this. This is exactly what I have been thinking for years. I am 16 and I can't wait to buy my own land and build my own cabin. It is my lifelong dream that I AM going to follow through with. Thank you

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

+TheWoodland Trapper Follow your heart. You don't find contentment otherwise.

@TheWoodlandTrapper 9 лет назад

+thebossoftheswamp I will certainly thank you!

@MsSherpaT 9 лет назад

I needed this about 30yrs ago. I guess there's always time to change. Thank you for this and for you!

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Tara Marlowe Always room for changes Tara. Always moving forward.Best of luck to you.

@107retired 9 лет назад

If you're a bad influence JC, then it seems to me, being corrupted by your perspective on life, is the only way to live. So long as God is pleased with how I life my life, I'm okay with that. Great video, great advice and sounds like it was a great pizza! God bless my friend...simple and cheap....any other way, is not your life, it's owned by everyone else.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

+Keith Rayeski Simple and cheap. Yessah :-))

@msheehandub 8 лет назад

Amen brother. Debt and overspending is second nature in American society. I applaud people like yourself who see past that and enjoy life the way it's meant to be enjoyed, following your heart and intuition!

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Michael Sheehan If you don't follow your heart and intuition... you'll be lead somewhere else. Cheers

@yako0000 9 лет назад

great video my friend. I'm well on my way to living off-grid. thank you for the ongoing inspiration.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

yako0000 Best of luck with your plans.

@jondow3195 7 лет назад

Great message, so inspirational , I will get there. Man that was awesome, thank you so much

@thebossoftheswamp 7 лет назад

Best of luck with your plans.

@sargefaria 8 лет назад

ad to come back and watch this again after finishing part 2 moments ago. Just as good now as it was the first time. Solid video Sir

@sargefaria 8 лет назад

+The Woodsman School and Guide Service Had* to

@jheremck 9 лет назад

Great video! Brings back lots of memories, and I am one of those people who does not conform. That is probably why my narcissistic mother just never had a nice thing to say about me. And, my younger narcissistic half sister who is a slave to the corporate world had nothing nice to say about me either! I was and am the artist, nature lover, thinker, and questioner of my family. My family now, is my dog! We live on very little and love hanging out together. Thanks, I do love the simple life!

@miked1298 9 лет назад

If more people understood your philosophy the world would be a better place. Keep it up.

@timboyce2883 9 лет назад

words of wisdom . going to save this to show my grandson when he's old enough to understand it

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

tim boyce Thank you Tim.

@matthewmacchi8930 8 лет назад

Great video jc, This is one of my favorite videos on youtube and i watched it 2 or 3 times and i shared it with a lot of my family. Keep up the great videos man!

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Matthew Macchi Thanks for sharing he vid brother. I'm working on part 3 right now. Cheers

@tysonschneider 8 лет назад

Me too. I just shared this with my friends and family. Great outlook on how to live.

@matthewmacchi8930 8 лет назад

+thebossoftheswamp Right on man I love the inspirational videos man favorite genre on youtube haha.

@MrSheymie 2 года назад

Lucky me. I was forced into finding freedom in my early 20's. I'm more free today than ever before. The rail you mentioned maximises tax take, mortgage payment take, consumer debt take, student debt take, other debt take etc and we are conditioned to want this. Yes, simple cheap living is the key for me to happy living. Thank you for your channel. New subscriber.

@gordonkistler8975 9 лет назад

i know the feeling, i am an individualist, not a collectivist!

@joeo7257 5 лет назад

This video inspired me to retire early and forgo excesses. Its been 2 years now and so glad I did. I watched this video dozens of times.

@thebossoftheswamp 5 лет назад

Happy to hear that and I hope you're enjoying your retirement :-)

@joeo7257 5 лет назад

TheBossoftheSwamp OFF GRID SELF RELIANCE Simple and cheap works for me too. I left the soul sucking hell hole. Experiences are free. Instead of obeying “The man” I’m finally LIVING. My goal is to share mind blowing experiences with as many people as possible. When I meet my Maker, I want to leave plenty of happy people behind me to follow their own path.

@adamarmstrong5291 8 лет назад

I think I have watched this video about 7 times now and each time I watch it gives it that more of value to my life. Thanks for making it.

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Adam Armstrong So glad to hear you enjoy my vids Adam. I posted part 2 of this series not long ago and am working on part 3. I've got a lot to say on the subject. All the best to you.

@reneedavidson3367 9 лет назад

I like your way of thinking!!! You are a very wise man, Also don't work poor Frankie so hard..Hahaha!!!

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Renee Davidson Thanks Renee. Frankie's taking his sabbatical :c)~

@georgescofield6834 9 лет назад

Inspiring video to say the least. I too hope when I meet my maker I'll be able to say I lived everyday he gave me to extent of my hearts desire. Though I work tediously, I hang on to the same dreams I've had since I was a boy, and now my children are a part of it with me. I just want you to know that whenever I watch one of your videos it renews the fire inside me to never lose touch with those dreams, no matter what. Thanks JC

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

George Scofield Don't lose touch with those dreams George. They were planted in you for a reason. Cheers.

@LearnEnglishESL 8 лет назад

Everyone has their own idea of simple living! "..the perfect man and the child both have the underlying qualities of simplicity and sincerity - the child through the power of weakness and the man through the power of strength." - Baha'i Thought

@leahbruinsma1381 9 лет назад

im gonna send this one to my son Boss ! he's 21 and I couldn't of said it to him any better , I think more people should see this video . Thank you

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Leah Bruinsma Thank you Leah. All the best.

@therebelpatriot3227 6 лет назад

This is one of my favorite videos I ever watched here on RU-vid.... you are so inspirational.... thank you

@davehogan4776 9 лет назад

Hey boss! You sound like me in a lot of ways! I always say "The train is running out of track!" I see in my job most everyone has nice fancy cars and big houses but in reality they have very little!! it's all on paper so there forced to have that cookie cutter lifestyle. Being debt free and being able to do even some of the simple things in life is "Priceless". When I was about 10 I built a small cabin "fort" and cut all the trees with a hatchet that my dad had given me and to this day I still have it some 53 years later. I enjoy burning wood have my own garden and now looking into capturing rain water for our vegetables. Your an amazing inspiration to everyone!!! Please keep up the great work! Now if you don't mind I'm going to watch your video again!! lol Thanks Again Boss!!!!!!

@williamsmith5541 9 лет назад

I like the way you make your point without shaking your finger or lecturing, just putting it out there to chew on. Lots of us grew up on the edge in the late 60's or early 70's. A few made their break from the treadmill but we mostly opted for getting ahead through debt. Many of us got chewed up by the machine. The carrot was always immortality. When you accept that all you really have is here and now...the simpler life makes more sense. I believe there is always time to make a change, time to move toward the edge and peek over. Thanks JC.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

William Smith I would never attempt to tell someone how to live their lives. I'll give my opinion or say what I'd do but everyone's got their own path to follow. Thank you for your comment.

@ChileExpatFamily 9 лет назад

I love this video. It talks directly to my wife and kids and my adventure here in Chile. Question; did you get a load of crap for your choice to move to the woods? We have gotten hell from family and friends.

@Growmap 8 лет назад

+ChileExpatFamily Anyone with family or friends is likely to get crap. This reminds me of a story I suspect is true. Do you know how they catch crabs in the ocean? They throw buckets in and the crabs crawl in. Why don't they just crawl back out? Because the other crabs drag them back in when they try to escape. People are like that. The ones the conditioning took on are conditioned to try to keep those of us born to crave freedom from getting out of the nets.

@bryanconverse5810 7 лет назад

I really appreciate your heart and your passion. I have been impressed by your videos and they are so similar to my journey. Blessings and thanks for again sharing your heart with the world!

@thebossoftheswamp 7 лет назад

Best of luck with your journey Brian.

@HARDMASADA 9 лет назад

Philosophy 101, my Brother! This video should be shown to kids starting in the 4/5th grade to the 12th grade Civics class. Jeff Rowe (Dirtiest Jobs?) is pushing for more young people to learn a trade or two, because 1. College isn't for everyone and 2. One can make a very good living off them; they're universal in how to live. I sit here with some life altering medical problems. I have the $$$, I have the desire(s), and I have the dreams of living a simple life. I am stuck in the Phoenix metro area (5 million+ people(holy crap)) but I have my own home, no bills, really nothing keeping me from chasing that dream of 40 acres + a small cabin and two or three BC's; except this bundle of crap (medical problems) I received during Desert Storm. There I go again giving myself a pity party, but one day I will achieve my goal, because I will never give up. Say hey to Frankie for me. PS I know this is asking a lot from you. Ever thought about making a series of videos on how to buy the right kind of land, like, what to look for, what to ask about, does it have easy to reach aquifer that kinda stuff.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

BobbA Louie Although I haven't talked about it, I am plagued with my share of medical problems as well. They bring my spirits down at times but I just keep pluggin. We all have our shit to deal with so you're not alone there my friend. Good idea on the video. I just may do that. Thanks.

@HARDMASADA 9 лет назад

That's all true and I'll keep plugging along, cuz one of these days them problems should go away. When they do I is heading to da hills, my friend. Plan on getting land moving a small trailer hook-up solar w deep cycle batts and build me a small cabin welllllll maybe bringing in a larger trailer, ain't to good with hand tool.

@brodshooter 9 лет назад

One of the best you tube videos I have watch Thanks Keep Up The Good Work.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

brodshooter Thank you kindly.

@gregscountrycabinoutdoors7359 9 лет назад

Great vid. I was told by my Dad, I was going to either college or tech school. No other choice. I don't work in that field. People should encourage their children to chase their own dreams, not the ones they have chosen for their children.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Gregory Bergschneider Couldn't agree more.

@homesteadbeginner 9 лет назад

I have an alert on my phone that tells me when The Boss has uploaded a new video. I immediately start thinking about what simple pleasure or backwood logic will be on this new video. With each video I get a little something that just seems to make my day. Thanks again for your efforts. God bless my friend.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Jeff Schweiger I'm glad you find my ramblings beneficial. Blessings to you as well.

@thomasbain6566 9 лет назад

You are absolutely on track . In 7th grade the school Guidance Director called my mother in for a conference . He told her that I would be a complete failure in life .He stated that because I had no solid plans as to what career path I should follow and showed no interest in researching what college I would attend that she and my dad should accept the fact that I would become a burden to society .NEEDLESS to say , my mom really tore him a new one and walked out and went home . Long story short , I graduated from High School , got a great job at NEW JERSEY BELL and retired at age 52 . My wife and I have great children and grand children . I am 65 now and every day that passes , passes on our terms . Thanks for the always great videos and subject matter ..

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

THOMAS BAIN That's awesome! I love hearing stories like this. Follow your heart :-)

@Seezor 9 лет назад

Inspirational as always. Thanks for sharing. Thanks for not giving up on your dreams and not giving up uploading this video.

@MindfullyMindy 8 лет назад

Before the government decided to make a cookie cutter education system, folks went to school up to a certain age. After that it was up to them if they wanted to pursue a higher education. Most went on to an apprenticeship to learn the profession they chose. Because of that, people in general were more successful. Notice I said successful, not rich. Success means different things to different people. Teachers today are growing tired with the educational system because they know it's a waste for most of their students to keep going through school, even more so for so many to be pushed toward college. To provide them with the avenues should they WANT that is all good and fine. But to require a person who does not strive to do more in life than be a guard or work in a mill to go to calculus or College Prep English is a waste of resources and time. My father pushed me to go into college straight out of high school. I didn't want to go. I didn't even turn in any applications. He chose my college, which was a private college (MORE MONEY!) and made me send in the application. I hated it. I was always book smart, but I knew I didn't belong there until I knew what I wanted to do with my life. Not what someone else wanted me to do. This small factor was the difference of me being successful in college or, as I had, dropping out. I am still paying on an education that I didn't want and got nothing from.

@Growmap 8 лет назад

+Mindy Wolff Mennonite families still do it the old way. They only go to school through 8th grade and then they go into the family business or another family's business. Some go on to higher education, but most choose to learn how to make a life instead. Public schools used to train people to go into factories or on to college and into corporate life. Since they've offshored the factories and a lot of the corporate jobs are either offshore or filled by H1B Visa holders (foreign nationals working in the U.S. as indentured servants who have to do what they're told or risk deportation), the educational system's main goal seems to be to convince people they aren't adults until they're 40 or so. In my generation, students wanted their driver's license the day they turned old enough and couldn't wait to get a job. Out of the 3 young men I knew locally, none of them even wanted a license or a car; never held a job; still lived at home at 18, 19 and 21 and spent their time playing video games. For the record, we are adults when we hit puberty or shortly thereafter which should happen around 15-16. (Hormone disruptors in the environment and "food" and city water have changed that.) There is no reason why we couldn't still be adults by at least 16. Many 12-14 year olds are mature enough to take on serious responsibility - or at least they used to be. My Mennonite friend's son built his first octagon gazebo completely by himself at 13. Parents used to teach their children valuable skills like building things, growing and harvesting food, cooking from scratch, baking, sewing, canning and preserving food. Time to get back to that and there is a huge resurgence in interest. (More good ways to make extra money from your homestead teaching others. )

@ChileExpatFamily 8 лет назад

+GrowMap we have a wonderful community of Mennonites here in Puerto Octay Chile. They follow exactly what you're talking about. They are good people and friends. Jim m

@shannmartin7453 2 года назад

This is my favorite RU-vid video I've ever seen. It resonates with me on so many levels, thanks JC.

@thebossoftheswamp 2 года назад

Thank you for saying so :-)

@hhattonaom9729 7 лет назад

"if you want to make it in life...don't color in the lines" now there's a quote.

@mysticangells 9 лет назад

We have always encouraged our kids to do what they want, yes we did make them go to school BUT they left school when they wanted to, one of our kid's left at 15. My parent's lived their dream, they came from Germany in 1960 and bought acreage in Australia. ......... "Reach for your Dream's they are waiting for You" .. I am guessing the thumbs down are from people who are still stuck on the track.. Blessed Be

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

mysticangells Sounds like you made excellent choices for both your self and your children.

@stolasgoetia93 8 лет назад

True words man, more people need to listen to you.

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

Thanks Jeremy.

@luisespinoza7994 4 года назад

i dont have memory of either of my grandpas but i hope they follow this philosophy as well. thankyou this was beautiful

@eaglehill6 9 лет назад

Man you said a mouthful in this one. I could write a short novel about it myself but I won't. Suffice to say that I'm sure we must be brothers from a different Mother.. Great video !!

@amyknox5349 9 лет назад

A very encouraging video...thank you. Love them all by the way!

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Amy Knox Thank you Amy :-)

@silverchick51 9 лет назад

Jim Schafer ...what are you talking about? Why are your settings such that no one can respond to it? I don't get how you say he is bragging and 'calling people' out, not at all ...you seem like you might have a bit of pent up negativity ...perhaps your chakras are in need of balancing? Try watching the vid again, with a different perspective ...he is saying that if you want a simple life, start with the right ingredients. You don't have to want a simple life, that's fine but don't mock those who do ...just sayin'

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

silver chick He must be over his head in debt, an angry art teacher or still live with his parents... or all of the above. I read his post 10 times and still unsure of what he's driving at :-/

@Benton188 9 лет назад

My buddy Eric started showing me your videos about a year back, and every time I watch them I'm never disappointed. This video, your advice, is just the best thing out there on the internet right now. Simple words, simple living. Thank you for this video =)

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

+The Revolution Glad you are enjoying them. Thank you.

@DrZazzoo 9 лет назад

I totally agree with everything you've said. It is really nice to know that there are other people out there with the same mindset as me and my wife. Your videos have inspired us to change our lives. Over a year ago we were working like dogs in NYC - we were miserable. We saved every penny we made and spent many months traveling, and are now closing on 24 acres in CNY next week. I always look forward to your videos. Thanks for making them.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

DrZazzoo Well done my friend. Lots of folks are sharing their stories and I'm really enjoying it. Best of luck with your new venture.

@CarienDuPlooy1 7 лет назад

What a video! Had me in tears a few times! You are really wise. And never listen to negative people. You are a true inspiration.x

@kellymunio7166 9 лет назад

Thank you so much for giving me a wonderful gift!! The supposed American Dream has never really served me all that well. I now have hope to follow dreams of my own!!

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

+Kelly Munio Best of luck with your dreams Kelly. I will be doing a follow up to this video soon.

@Daoldman54 8 лет назад

Another great video . I could sit and listen to your stories for hours!. These should be on the discovery chanell. They are just that good.Thanks again for sharing

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

Thank you kindly.

@sylmarie6494 8 лет назад

I agree! Great wisdom.

@nickmone3939 9 лет назад

You nailed it. thanks for inspiring everyone. Continue to enjoy your life.

@dennisgallagher1686 5 лет назад

J C you are a very wise man i hope your health matters get resolved i really enjoy your videos best wishes

@douglasaitken 9 лет назад

Hi I am one of the ones who got on the one way track but it all went wrong. This I think has been your best video yet and I hope a lot of younger people see this and take heed of the man who is a bad influence. So glad I found this site.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

Douglas Aitken Thank you for sharing your thoughts Douglas. all the best to you.

@movedon12 7 лет назад

That's so true, great video it made me laugh when Frankie sat patiently in the truck he's our heart of gold your dog one master love watching you both.

@thebossoftheswamp 7 лет назад

Thank you Carole. Frankie is a gem for sure :-)

@bobcole3852 Год назад

Haven't seen this video before today but subscribed for years. Good advice, youngsters need to hear this before they follow someone else's dream for them. Nice to see Frankie again too

@yako0000 8 лет назад

i love this video and watch it once a week or so. thanks for the inspiration JC. I'm off to light the very first fire at my brand new off grid cabin today !

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

Congrats on your new cabin.

@MamaGator 6 лет назад

My man and I are leaving the swamps of South Florida to try homesteading in a whole new territory for us both- Arizona. These videos will do me some good, I think. Thank you for sharing. Self-Reliance is the only way to really live.

@raven73071 8 лет назад

Once again you have hit the nail on the head. The quote at the beginning was right on point as well. I think sometimes we all get so busy in this life we lose focus of our dreams, or even why we are running this rat race. Thanks for the wake up call. Dave

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+Dave M Too much focus on money in this world and I will be talking about this in a video soon. Cheers :-)

@thomasryan6108 7 лет назад

Beautiful life! I love this video! I will try to live like him. Thank you!

@ChrisRockism 7 лет назад

Hi JC!! Hope you and Frankie are having a great day!! Jackie and I went through this exact situation you've been discussing. We made money, spent money and never had enough. We were so incredibly frustrated and did not enjoy life. We finally moved down here to Florida and basically started over. We did buy a house but within our budget. We stopped spending money just for the sake of spending it. We are now happier than we've ever been and more than enough money. Amazing how this works when we thought it out. Amazing JC!!!!!!

@tylerpower687 5 лет назад

That was the most inspirational video I have ever watched, I am 14 and trying to plan out my days ahead but everyone is telling me something different and all I want is to finish out school and go live in the woods. I hope you can inspire more people to go do what you do. Thank you

@thebossoftheswamp 5 лет назад

I have a video coming up soon that you may want to listen to. Best of luck to you Tyler.

@sixxtwo1709 7 лет назад

Amazing, very inspiring. Im 19 years old, working 58 hours a week welding. Making good money, but not for some fancy house. I am making this good money to save up for what my heart wants. A piece of land, and a simple hand made cabin. I love all of your videos, keep doing what you do best and live simple. Simple offers freedom. God Bless.

@thebossoftheswamp 7 лет назад

Sounds like a good solid plan Caleb. Best of luck to you.

@kayt6262 4 года назад

No truer words ever spoken Boss. Wish I knew this 50 years ago. But now I am closer than ever to fulfilling my dreams..... and I am grateful. Just took me longer to figure out what was really important. Money and status are not everything.... they are obstacles that can keep you trapped, making you a slave to your possessions. Great video Boss. Upstate Kayte

@thebossoftheswamp 4 года назад

Well said Kayte.

@NSTRAPPERHUNTER 9 лет назад

One of your best works so far. We are spending more time at camp than we do at home and loving every minute. Later and all the best.

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

NSTRAPPERHUNTER No time like camp time. I'm at my camp right now.All the best to you buddy.

@7secondcommute 3 года назад

One of my favorites in your series. Was inspired to get land and do exactly this... God bless🇺🇸

@johnblackie646 8 лет назад

Amen, your 2 cents make so much sense, I just love your way of life and really enjoy watching your videos, thanks for sharing your videos.

@thebossoftheswamp 8 лет назад

+john blackie Thank you for all your views and comments.

@rodney12310 9 лет назад

I'm with Johnny...my favorite video for sure!! JC i'm glad you chose the life you did because man i've would have missed out on your simple but spectacular life!! You impsire me to live simple & work hard!! The way you think is basically the way i see life!! All the best my friend & continue living the way your living...i doubt there's any chance of you changing now....i use your words " NO SIR" LOL

@thebossoftheswamp 9 лет назад

rodney newbury I can tell you're on the path to simplicity from the content of your videos. No doubt you and the misses know what you want in life. All the best to you guys.

@rodney12310 9 лет назад

O yeah there's nothing fancy about our life style!! Enjoying life to the fullest!!!

@michaelford1810 7 лет назад

At this very point in my life I am doing some serious soul searching. you are driving home what is important in life. thank you for making these videos.

@thebossoftheswamp 7 лет назад

Best of luck with your soul searching.