I’m slowly making an Iron Age Celtic round fort.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

That sounds awesome!

@wubbotimmer552

6 ай бұрын

Thats a lot of work😂

Peter ... I thought you were smokin' some wacky tabacy ...when you said you were goin" to build a FORT. I sure hope this is 10 year project ! Your a one off Peter!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Some folks have a few other descriptions of me, Glen.

A monumental undertaking Peter. When asked by some " What would you do if you won the lottery ? " my response has always been that I would build an 18th C fort :- ] I love your comment re the neighbours ...I have a similar reputation around these parts !

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Actually my friend, your reputation goes way beyond neighbours! In my humble opinion, that’s a good thing!

Everyone needs a Fort!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

RIGHT!

This could be a fine opportunity for some of your reenactor friends to join with you on this project. It would make for a great sharing experience and for a major bit of video for any of them who have their own channels.

@munchkin5674

10 ай бұрын

There has to be a local black powder club that hosts rendezvous that would love to help with this. Maybe even contact the James Townsend group to see if they would like to participate and also film videos for their channel. Like you said, this is going to be a major building project for just one man. You sure do not want to risk injury that could delay or stop this great project. Something to think about. Hmmm… Do you have any Boy Scout troops in the area, Eagle Scouts that would be interested in helping? Or maybe even primitive craftsmen?

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

That would be cool! All living historians are more than welcome!

@pinetree9343

10 ай бұрын

Yes. Sponsor a fort raising event. That would be wonderful

@8626John

10 ай бұрын

I would love to help out if only I didn't live so far away.

This is one KZread notification I genuinely look forward to. Well done, Sir!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for your flattering compliment.

A crew of ONE... and what a crew... My brother Peter!! if anyone can do it, he can.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You know me too well, Pat … I’ll getter done that’s for sure and for certain!

I'm just getting to these episodes now, I've sold my house in Hamilton, moved to the Ottawa area to be closer to my Grandkids and I'm happy to be able to binge watch your progress so far. I know you're building a fort, You know your building a fort, we all agree it's a fort and it's going to be epic! So my suggestion would be to only partially built a wall between the cabin and the pond.... because lets face it, you're really not going to be defending against any southern intruders (re: rampaging Americans) or such these days. Keep the access and the view to the pond and know that if you needed to you could fortify the rest of it if you had to...

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

The way America is divided, one must be prepared, lol . The current plan is pretty much what you’ve described… the palisade will be reduced toward the pond. I just became the proud owner of a swivel gun which will be mounted to protect across the pond. We are only a couple of hours east of Ottawa. Should you find yourself in these parts do stop in.

@stevedott715

7 ай бұрын

Keep your eye on those French!

@davecronjaeger7481

7 ай бұрын

I'd still love to visit, but I'm not sure how to contact you @@TheWoodlandEscape

@TheWoodlandEscape

7 ай бұрын

@@davecronjaeger7481 You can contact us at … thewoodlandescape1@gmail.com.

Very cool - looks like a ton of fun!!!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

It will be and I believe a few ton!

Been looking forward to this ever since you mentioned it. This will be so much fun to watch being built. Thank you.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

That fort is going to be so cool! Wishing all the luck and I will be following the construction!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Appreciate your support, Alex.

Quite the undertaking Peter! Hats off to you for taking on such a grand project and allowing your viewers to learn about 18th century fortification. I sincerely look forward to the start of the first blockhouse and the ensuing stockade walls. Looking forward to the day when I can lend a hand again!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Gary, it was a pleasure hosting and getting know you.

I have been watching your channel for a while and every time you start something new I say " Wow that's an ambitious project for one guy to take on". Then the next thing I know that project is finished and you starting another. Needles to say I am impressed. Thanks for videoing it so we can all enjoy your journey.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thank you … this project may take a wee bit longer to get finished, lol.

Instead of burning the brush maybe you could make a narrow stack around the outer area using it as another fence/barrier plus it will be a nice space for birds and rabbits

@TheWoodlandEscape

3 ай бұрын

We do make numerous rabbit hutches, it gives them some refuge from the coyotes.

Real nice work and history talk😊

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thank you, sir.

Good evening Peter. Apologies for my late reply. We went primitive camping but with some modern accouterments of course this weekend. You have decided to take on a huge project my friend. Best of luck and excited for the build. Thanks for sharing and God bless.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Always good to get out there by a fire and step back in time … good for you. Fort is slow but sure coming along.

That’s quite an ambitious project you have going there

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Grass never grows on a play ground, Lol. Kinda like bigger projects and this one certainly meets that criteria.

A man with a vision, and I have no doubt it will come to fruition. I can only help but promising to follow along with your videos. Good luck with it all.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I appreciate that, Hayward.

Incredible! You'll soon create your own little settlement...."Fort Peterstowne" perhaps? I can see you'll soon need a true inn with a kitchen and sleeping facilities for weary travellers.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Maybe one day!

Absolutely right; who doesn't need a fort? Very cool.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Right!

You are truly mad, sir! We enjoy it.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I’ll take that ad a compliment, sir!

Can't wait to see it finished!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both but, I’m also looking forward to the journey!

Love it. Peter, don't die on us. We want to see your dreams come true. I have been following from the beginning, and it only gets better in each video. I'd love to come see your finished fort one day before I die.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You know JJ, I’m good with your suggestion!!

What a great project! Everyone needs a couple block houses. I know you are an arborist and experienced with such things, but I have done few things more dangerous than skidding and moving logs with a light tractor. Best wishes Frank

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Your right about needing a blockhouse, can’t understand why everyone doesn’t have one.!

Very cool! What a project! It’s gonna be awesome to watch your progress!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

It is going to take a while that’s for sure and for certain. Appreciate your interest.

Oh My Word!! A Fort?? This is going to be great. I can’t wait to see how this is built. 🤗❤️🐝

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Hope you like it!

@deborahdanhauer8525

10 ай бұрын

@@TheWoodlandEscape I’m sure I will🤗❤️🐝

Nice job can't wait to see the finished fort.

I always imagine myself living in such a place. My 7th ggfather Joseph Powell was one of George Washingtons men at fort Necessity. Enjoyed the video.!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Very cool … great family history, thanks for sharing.

Wow!!

Wow!

Can't wait to see the progress! This channel has meant so much to me since I found it. I recently finished my first log structure on our property (a chicken coop) and I am in the process of collecting logs for a cabin much like your own. I'm sure I'll be rewatching (for the upteenth time!) your cabin build videos as a how-to along with my trusty Fox Fire books. Thanks so much to you and Cathy for all the work and heart you have put into this project. You guys are an inspiration for the next generation of pioneers! God bless. :)

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Kind words, thank you. I absolutely love the Fox Fire books.

Weii, that is a very ambitious project, for sure!! I have no doubt, Peter you will accomplish it eventually!! Just be very careful you don't overdue and end up injured!! Blessings.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Sound advice.

Peter, have you considered having an eighteenth century 'visiting' camp of those interested in living history to 'give a hand' for time they have available? Much like an on-going barn raising. This would be a once in a lifetime opportunity to participate in the construction of a fort.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I have indeed sir, I think it would make this project go from fun to outstanding!

Wow! Wishing you luck and power tools to get your Fort built! I look forward to it!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both, Rick. Ah my kingdom for power tools!

As a kid growing up in the Ouachitas of west Arkansas, I played frontier. In the 70s It was still a very much old time ways , we were poor , and the old timers where still around . I learned a wealth of knowledge, I do miss those old timers and their way of life , and thier stories. I don't even recognize that the region any more , I did build a modern cabin . Offgrid. My home , I live a minimalist lifestyle also . Solar is nice though . I guess I'm some of the last , lol Though there are some young folks starting to go offgrid , they don't have the same knowledge or purpose. If we don't go back to a simpler lifestyle, the world can not Substain itself . I will not build a fort , I'll save my timber .

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I grew up surrounded by very wise old timers and I feel I’m a wee bit wiser as a result. Like your area, mine has also changed significantly.

WOW Peter you have some work cut out for your self here. Hope all is well and see you soon! IIByrds

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

What do mean work for me, you are here in a little over a week, lol. Safe travels.

So what are you going to name it? Looks like you need some troops to help in construction. Better put a call out. I built a small fort for my two kids to play in at the one corner of our yard. Complete with a pvc and wood cannon that would shoot foam balls painted black. I put a hole in the fort where it took a cannon ball. Painted around the hole with flat black to make it look burned. Lol. We had a blast in that silly fort. Literally. We opened it officially with a dedication ceremony. All the neighborhood kids came and took part. The best nights were the 4th of July with fireworks going off. Added to the realism. Great times.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Well Steve, you’re what I would call an outstanding father and I somehow suspect that is reflected in your children … love your imagination!

Fantastic! I love your fascinating tidbits of history. Thank you for this.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

I love your channel and enjoy your stories! I'm a Wisconsin native and my Dads ancestry is pretty much straight French/Canadian- native American back to the 17th century. I have an ancestor who fought in the French and Indian War. He actually fought against Rogers Rangers as well as George Washington. He was also later known as "The Father of Wisconsin". I look forward to watching your fort project! Thanks again!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You got yourself some pretty fascinating family history there, thanks for sharing. Appreciate your interest in our endeavour.

Very cool! Thank you for sharing

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great can't wait to follow along

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Appreciate your interest.

Love this project!

Your imagination has no limits. Thank you for such detailed history. Might I recommend a Horse and Harness to drag the logs ! You have but one back to give to The Woodland Escape. Perhaps a few of us could kick in for the cause. I’ll start by pledging 500 U.S.D. A Percheron or a Mule would do nicely!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Very generous my friend but, I’ve been there and husbandry while a helpful tool is also a lot of work to house and feed.

@rogerclyde2720

10 ай бұрын

@@TheWoodlandEscapeTrue! I once owned a Thoroughbred, I’m sure you have all well under control. Best of luck getting your Moose this year.

Awfully ambitious Peter. Good luck. Can’t wait to follow the journey….

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks, Doug … glad to have you on the journey.

What a blessing to be able to live your dream. Love your vids! And thanks for the history lessons.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Our pleasure! We certainly appreciate your interest.

Fantastic. Looking forward to following the evolution of this project.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both! Thanks for your interest.

Great episode. I live close to fort neccessity. It was so so small and frail.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Love to visit the site someday.

Love all the videos!! You must be the best neighbor ever!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Not sure on your comment, perhaps I should ask the neighbors, lol. Thanks for watching.

Going to be an incredible project!! Wish I lived in Canada I'd definitely help you out! 🐾🙏🏻✌🏻

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

That would certainly be nice.

@scottmcfarland2149

10 ай бұрын

@@TheWoodlandEscape it would fulfill a dream of a lifetime for me. Might actually get a new passport.

Hi there old friend Ian looking forward to this fantastic project 😅

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both!

Awesome dedication to our history and helping keep it alive!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks, Brian.

I am watching with anticipation! You turned me on to Peter Kosky also, I am loving his music. Whenever I clean my muzzleloaders im listening haha

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Wonderful, he is one of my favorite musicians.

Cool ! I love your videos.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you like them.

Peter you are an incredibly ambitious man!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

We’ll at least when the camera is running, lol. The way I see it, in a few short years I’ll be taking that eternal rest … might as well pack in as much as I can!

Can't wait to see your finished fort gee I wish I could help I really enjoyed we bit of history

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Appreciate that, Mike.

KZread doesn’t give me a “love” like but I would if I could. Really awesome endeavor!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

Ambitious project! Looking forward to seeing your progress!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both, Doug, thank you.

Peter Sir, you are an inspiration to watch during your endeavors. Thank you

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you… encouraging words!

Man I wish I could come over from the UK with my family to help you build the Fort.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

We’ll sir, should you ever find yourself on this side of the pond, I’d love the help and would host you.

I see many building videos in the future. This is going to be great to see your ideas come to life thank you for the history lesson.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

That's the plan … thanks for watching.

Quite ambitious plan! Soo cool I can't wait to see it come along. Take care !

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both! Thanks for your interest.

Thank you, Mr. Peter. I could listen to your history lessons for hours. God speed and good health toward your building endeavors. We all look forward to seeing each stage of the build.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Kind words, Rick, thank you.

i'm watching townsends and related channels for years, how do i only find your channel today?

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Don’t know but, I’m certainly glad you . We appreciate your interest.

I was recently at Pricketts fort here in WV. I really liked the way in was setup and constructed.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

It is a great historical site.

You know the old way's are so much better looking than what we have all been programmed to live by. Great work Peter I love your way of living. Sooo inspirational what you are accomplishing!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thank you and I agree, I wouldn’t give up this lifestyle for any amount of money. Appreciate your interest.

Thank you.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

Fort Henry is one of my most favorite Pete Kosky songs! Enjoyed the video Peter. Have fun building the fort. TC

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

It will certainly be a fun undertaking!

Appreciate your efforts and dedication! It will be a sight to see. Glad I will be able to watch the process on such an epic build.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both!

Love the idea of your great expectations. What a great idea.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! Now, to see if I can bring it to fruition.

As i watched you build the cabin I thought of the effort it took to complete. My money is on you to get this done. If I was healthy I'd come and help.

@davefellhoelter1343

10 ай бұрын

ME TOO! but now I B Good 2 go! got me a new knee! I just think he is 2,000 miles from me?

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I’m hoping that is a good wager on your part.

Unbelievable Peter, you have more ambition than someone half your age, great video and looking forward to more of these videos on the fort. Great history lesson as well. Keep your powder dry.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Many thanks!Many thanks Lance …. Watch yer top knot.

I have a feeling that the fort will be just as awesome as your other projects, i look forward to seeing it!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I hope so and thanks for the kind words.

Thank you Peter for the video recently found your KZread channel form the townsends KZread channel and I love your videos since ❤

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

We’re glad you found us and appreciate your interest.

Your ambition is amazing

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Well at the very least my determination. Kinda like the saying”Don’t stop when you’re tired, stop when you’re done”!

That's a heck of a fortification! I fenced in 2 acres with red top fencing and I know know how tough THAT was! You are going WAY beyond that! Wish I was close enough to help!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Journey of a thousand miles starts with the first log, lol. Your fence sounds like quite the project.

Wish I was near enough to help....wow and I thought I was the only one who wanted to build a blockhouse....

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Well, John there is at least two of us, lol. Appreciate your interest.

@denisestarr2314

10 ай бұрын

I would like to spend a week camping and help . That would be fun .

Looking forward to the construction of the fort.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I’ll be at it for a spell, that’s for sure and for certain.

This is gonna be really cool.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I’m hoping and a wee bit of exercise to boot!

Peter, you never cease to amaze me. I look forward to watching this plan of yours come to fruition. You should hold a party or rendezvous to celebrate it's completion.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Historians are always welcome to take shelter at The Cedar Hollow Tavern and soon to be Kelly’s Station.

Good morning from Syracuse NY USA brother and everyone else thank you for sharing your live history videos

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for listening

@earlshaner4441

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this information my friend

Cool, very ambitious

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thank you.

I can only echo ambitious!

Saw 66.6k subscribers and had to join!🤣 Greetings from near Prickett's Fort, West Virginia! Best of luck on your project!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Hey I'm super excited about this!!! Can't wait to see it. I MET YOU AT MARTIN STATION IT WAS AWESOME.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Hey, Adam. I’m hoping to be back next year … appreciate your support.

Great plan

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks, Randal.

I love your video's. and Wee bits of history. You never cease to deliver quality video with instruction and education. I hope we get the opportunity to meet in this life. God Bless. Chuck from the lower 48.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I hope so too! Our door is always open to those that are of like mind! Thanks for your interest.

I just LOVE that Yhit Eating GRIN! at this LOVELY JOB! Well done! If I lived in a place like this "I would" be about the SAME!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Funny, I’ve been told about my sheep ass grin before!

Keep up the good work would like to see it when done be safe God bless

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍. If you make the trek to the Woodland Escape the door will be open.

Ur an inspiration sir ! If I get some vacation time in 2024 would love to come help

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You would be more than welcome and we feed well! Appreciate your interest.

Thanks for showing the area around your Cabin etc... I am anxious to see the Fort build , They say men and boys are the same, Men just have bigger toys, The childhood interest never go away,, Boys always want to build a Fort or Tree house.. I can see your enthusiasm as you do what you love... and peaks my excitement also...

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

You and me both, Everett. Built my first fort at age 7 out of bundles of golden rod tied with hay binder twine… not ideal!

Wow Peter, that is a hell of a plan for Kelly's Station! hope i can be on the building crew. You guys are more ahead than what I understood in our last discussion... keep up the good work and see you soon... maybe after the weekend you'll want to raise a Martello tower somewhere in your forticifations.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

We are progressing. See you Friday afternoon.

Boy goes into the woods and builds a tree fort. ^_^

What a fantastic channel....😊

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

Good grief Peter - is there no end to your energy? What a huge and incredible undertaking! Do you have any sort of time frame for the entire build? Can't wait to see how this progresses! Keep up the good work and great videos. Looking forward to seeing the build. Cheers!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Actually by the end of most days I can assure you there is certainly an end to the energy thing. However, a good nights sleep and the batteries are all charged and ready to go!

The best of success to you and stay healthy! As a side note I think Lewis and Clarks designs of Fort Mandan and Fort Clatsop very interesting.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Thank you, you’ve got me off to do some fort research, lol.

So nice to hear this story. Betty Zane was my g,g,g,g,aunt. I grew up in the house my g-grandfather built just below where she is buried in Martins Ferry. Used to climb the hill and go sit on her gravestone when I was about 12.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks for sharing … nice to know one’s family history. If you go to our playlist, I actually did an episode on Betty

@jeridodge9576

10 ай бұрын

I will. Ebenezer is buried right with her in the graveyard if you are ever that way. The used to have Betty Zane days when I was a kid... Got to dress up like her one year. Fun times.

@jeridodge9576

10 ай бұрын

Love your channel.. thanks for all your efforts.

@jeridodge9576

10 ай бұрын

A good friend of my great grandfather actually did the gold rush... I have a copy of the letter ... Will have to try and find it. Can't remember his name right off the top... And my gr- grandmother's name was McCord.

That’s a big project for one man

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Is that an offer to help, lol.

@tobinlakeguideservices

10 ай бұрын

@@TheWoodlandEscape Well I wish I could but down with a foot issue. Can’t even run my guide service and that’s not good.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

That’s unfortunate.

Love your history lessons! The Woodland Escape is must watch!!! How long will it take you to build the fort?

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

I’m hoping to have it finished in a year, we’ll see, lol. We appreciate your kind referral.

Interesting that you mention Ft Henry. Tomorrow is the annual reenactment of the battle of Ft Henry in Oglebay Park, Wheeling West Virginia. I'm planning to go as always. Truly appreciate your channel and all you do to keep history alive.

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Sure wish I could make that event, perhaps next year.

You certainly are ambitious! I look forward to donating some time to help!

@TheWoodlandEscape

10 ай бұрын

Well sir, I’ll not be turning down free labour … we certainly will feed you well.