Father & Son Build their Dream Log Cabin in the Canadian Wilderness (FULL BUILD)

We built this traditional cedar log cabin, mostly in our spare time! It's been a labor of love, with many challenges along the way, and we loved every minute of it! For years, it's been our dream to build our own cabin, but we grew tired of dreaming, and so we decided to make it happen. This is our journey... Thanks for joining us! :)

Cabin Build Playlist:

Outsider Tactical High-Powered Flashlights (affiliate link):

"Pop-Up Cabin" plans (PDF file):

Episode Timeline:
Logging: 0:00:23
Debarking: 0:03:40
Hauling & Seasoning: 0:05:20
Foundation: 0:06:25
Sill Logs: 0:09:35
Floor Joists: 0:11:08
Window & Door Frames: 0:14:43
Notching & Laying Courses: 0:23:50
Rigging & Lifting Logs: 0:36:46
Sponsor: 0:41:18
Slotting Header Logs: 0:42:27
Loft Joists: 0:46:43
Eave Logs: 0:49:49
Log Column: 0:53:11
King Posts: 0:56:33
Ridge Log: 0:59:26
Purlins: 1:05:13
Mortar Lath: 1:12:35
Rafters: 1:13:45
Roof Sheathing: 1:20:34
Dormers: 1:29:28
2nd Layer Roof Sheathing: 1:54:41
Underlayment: 1:55:54
Chimney Support Box: 2:01:36
Roof Insulation & Strapping: 2:04:35
Metal Roofing: 2:20:04
Gable Cladding: 2:33:48
Dormer Cladding: 2:41:45
Sanding the Logs: 2:49:41
Chinking: 2:52:22
Window & Door Trim: 2:53:57
Front Door: 2:58:48
Closing the Gables: 3:03:47

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[williamterryodell]

I'm 70 and watching this and you are blessed to have a Father like yours. I was raised with a Father that lived in a bottle and had nothing to do with me. So to say I envy you says God bless you and your family

[judyabernathy]

I am just now seeing your video of building your house with you’re father. I was so very saddened to learn of his passing away. My heart goes out to you. You and your father are a class act. The two of you together were unstoppable. He taught you well. Go forward and teach your children when they come along. Blessings to you always. ♥️🙏🏼♥️

[mozurid]

I started crying my eyes out watching this because my dad died the same way but it’s a beautiful video of how close a father and son can be🥺😭😭❤❤❤🥹🥹

[irakozak]

You both are very fortunate to have each other.
My boy went away to university and came home a goofball.
He wouldn’t help me get up if I fell.
Nice project and good to see there are normal people still out there.
Thanks for sharing!

[edwardestes]

The most important thing about this the memories working with dad.I know many who watch your channel feel the same way as i do.Mine has been gone a while and what one wouldn't give to have that back just for an hour.Great movie..!!

[DonnyMusto]

How sad that your father has passed away. I’ve been watching your channel for awhile and I enjoyed watching you and your father build that cabin and other things, he was a great man. So sorry for your loss, it hit me like I knew him personally. I lost my father in 2009 to dementia, and I know what kind of hole it leaves in your heart. Take all the time you need to grieve and remember all the good times because I’m sure they were many you guys work hand-in-hand. God bless.🙏

[harrygreen]

I am watching this as the whole project and warms my heart to see the Senior Outsider. Miss seeing him I am so glad you all go to record this memory. Thanks for sharing.

[theeds]

Watching you and your dad working side by side creating this beautiful legacy was heartwarming. Learning of his passing only brings more love and is a wonderful testimony of your love to be shared with your family. Seeing his jacket and you placing it on your daughter’s shoulder was like wrapping his love over her. Bless you all! and thank you for sharing. 🫶🏻

Edit: I just learned that you also lost your mom during this build and that your wife is undergoing treatment for cancer. My heartfelt prayers for you. 🙏🏻🫶🏻🙏🏻

[nunzi]

I've been a Carpenter my whole life. I'm 63. I've never built a log home sorry to say. But watching you guys makes me wanna jump out there and do it. Nice professional level workmanship is always a joy to watch.

[jerryjohnson]

Quality is so obvious . The sound of the door closing on a well made car, the sound a folding knife makes when you close it . Things like this show what it takes to be dedicated and have pride enough to do something correctly . That is exactly what I see when watching these two true craftsmen at work . Something as simple as watching a log which has been prepared with groves fall into place around the windows and doors makes it a delight to watch your videos, I am so glad I found the videos and look forward to watching all of them . This is what I call entertainment . Not the trash shown on Network TV which try’s to pass as entertainment, Thanks guys

[kevinlewis]

Im 50 and can barely get my kids to help clean there junk from my home before selling. That said the only downside I see to this is that cabin is now priceless because its yours and your fathers blood sweat and tears literally. I hope you get many years of enjoyment.

[cherrydowns]

What a wonderful way to spend your last years; helping your son build his dream cabin. RIP Outsider's Dad! Yall did a wonderful job!

[PLuKE]

I came across this video, my parents live 300 miles away, and they are down for Easter. My dad is 79 years old this year, a man who was not to many years ago very hands on, could do anything regarding building.

So, tonight we have watched the first 40 minutes, and we will come back to watch the rest tomorrow evening when the house is quiet and we can talk while watching this.

Absolutely fantastic, a great memory for you, and also for myself watching this with my dad!

[lieuwina]

The memories working with your dad are the most precious memories you and your family will have when you watch these videos of building the cabin together in later life. Your cabin is beautiful and the craftmanship of father and son are outstanding. can not wait to see what happens in the interior. Have a lovely day.

[matthewinman]

This father-son effort restores my faith in humanity. Thanks for sharing your journey together.

[ihjxcxb]

I came across this wonderful father and son build by chance. I had been feeling a bit under the weather and this shifted everything inside me to feeling inspired, uplifted and in awe. You and your dad's perfect crafting of such a beautiful cabin in the middle of wild nature. A joy to watch. Thank you so much for sharing with everyone. Bless you !!!

[riggerer]

Craftsmanship at its best. This is what professionalism, attention to detail and determination looks like. I’ve been an Ironworker/rigger for 20 yrs and these are the skills that need to be taught to the younger generation. Funny what you can make happen with a tape measure, level, square, hand tools and rigging. May The Most High bless you and your family. 🙏🏽💪🏽

[Seven_-ogok]

I don't know what to say. This is unbelievable. Breathtaking, it leaves me speechless. It has become simply beautiful. 3 hours of pure entertainment. My greatest respect to father and son. Greetings from Germany Sven

[InspectorGadget-jrxk]

I am about the sons age and my father was about his dads age. My dad and I talked about doing this together when he retired. He was 6 months out from retirement before he got pancreatic cancer last year. I am so jealous of this. So very jealous. Miss him so much. :(

[FromGulfTiger]

I’ve seen a lot of cabin building videos but this cabin is definitely most sustainable. You didn’t compromise on quality and as a HSE professional i really appreciate how you maintained safety. Ear muffs, respirators, harness and life lines during roof work. I really appreciate that ❤