A Boat in the Woods · video

What this video covers

Joshua continues construction on a protective shelter for a 32-foot wooden sailboat in eastern Canada during December. After recovering from an illness, he dismantles the old frame, cuts new poles to length with a circular saw, and secures them to the ridge board.2:06 He uses a chainsaw to gang-cut strapping for the structure.5:06 Progress stalls when an alignment shop identifies severe rust on the front and rear subframes of his vehicle, requiring an estimated $1,500 in repairs.7:05 This automotive maintenance forces a temporary shift in focus away from the boat project.7:54 Weather conditions further complicate the work, as unseasonably warm temperatures bring rain that halts outdoor progress.12:10 High winds later cause a corner of the shelter tarp to tear loose, which requires immediate repair with strapping battens.14:19 The project remains off-grid, with the shelter serving as the primary workspace for the 1966 Japanese-built vessel.

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