Out of the Woods
S01:E19 - A Trespasser Showed Up at Our Sawmill During Farm Work
S01:É01 - S01:E01 - Too Many Projects at the Sawmill and Farm
Nathan Elliott tackles overdue trailer repairs, recalls a dangerous battery explosion and shares his ambitious plans for the sawmill and farm as winter approaches.
S01:É02 - S01:E02 - How to Make Wood Siding Last for Decades
Nathan shares the practical choices behind durable wood siding and explains what helps it stand up to years of weather and wear.
S01:É03 - S01:E03 - What I Got Wrong About My New Sawmill
I take a closer look at my new sawmill and discover some unexpected surprises. Follow along as I share my experience, challenges, and lessons learned along the way.
S01:É04 - S01:E04 - Inside a Walnut Log: A Surprising Sawmill Discovery
Follow the process of milling a walnut log and discover the unique wood grain and natural patterns hidden inside. See what makes this piece of timber so special.
S01:É05 - S01:E05 - Why I Decided to Replace My Wood-Mizer Sawmill
I share why I decided to replace my Wood-Mizer sawmill, explore the reasons behind the change, and take a closer look at my new sawmill setup.
S01:É06 - S01:E06 - The End of an Era at the Sawmill
After years of cutting lumber, it's time to say goodbye to my trusted sawmill. I look back on its years of hard work and share what's next for my woodworking journey.
S01:É07 - S01:E07 - The Log I Almost Left Behind in the Woods
I take a closer look at a log I nearly left behind in the woods. Follow along as I mill the timber and discover what lies beneath its rough exterior.
S01:É08 - S01:E08 - Sawmill Saturday Returns With Lost Footage
Sawmill Saturday is back! I revisit some previously lost footage, sharing forgotten moments from the sawmill and a fresh look at past woodworking projects.
S01:É09 - S01:E09 - How I Made My First Million With a Sawmill
I share my journey to making my first million with a sawmill, from cutting lumber to growing my business. Discover the challenges, lessons, and hard work behind my success.
S01:É10 - S01:E10 - The Day I Thought I'd Destroyed My Sawmill
I face a frightening moment when I think my entire sawmill is damaged. Follow along as I inspect the equipment, assess the situation, and figure out what went wrong.
S01:É11 - S01:E11 - Farm Work and a Story I've Kept Quiet for Years
A day of farm work takes a more personal turn as Nathan shares a story he has kept to himself for years.
S01:É12 - S01:E12 - A Serious Problem at the Farm
We face an unexpected problem at the farm that disrupts our daily work. Follow along as we assess the situation, tackle the challenge, and work toward a solution.
S01:É13 - S01:E13 - From Log to Lumber: How a Sawmill Really Works
Discover how lumber is made as I take raw logs through the sawmilling process. See the cutting techniques and equipment used to turn timber into usable boards.
S01:É14 - S01:E14 - Can Any Lumber Be Saved From a Dunnage Log?
I take a rough dunnage log to the sawmill to see if any usable lumber can be saved. Follow the cutting process as I uncover what's hidden inside and assess the wood's potential.
S01:É15 - S01:E15 - Building a New Road to Our Cattle Pasture
We finally build a proper road to our cattle pasture, making farm access easier. Follow the construction process as we improve the land for everyday farm work.
S01:É16 - S01:E16 - An Unusual Walnut Log Goes Under the Saw
I cut into a walnut log at the sawmill and uncover surprising grain patterns hidden beneath its rough exterior. Discover the natural beauty revealed during the milling process.
S01:É17 - S01:E17 - Strange Discoveries Inside Two Damaged Logs
A crawling cedar log and a rotten log deliver two unusual sawmill discoveries in this double-feature episode.
S01:É18 - S01:E18 - A Simple Wall Project Turned Into Three Days of Chaos
What started as a simple wall project turned into three days of unexpected challenges. Follow along as we tackle setbacks and work to complete the job.
S01:É19 - S01:E19 - A Trespasser Showed Up at Our Sawmill During Farm Work
While spreading fertilizer on the farm, an unexpected trespasser arrives at our sawmill. Follow along as we handle the situation and continue our daily farm work.
S01:É20 - S01:E20 - Rotten Maple, Stubborn Poplar: Two Sawmill Challenges
A battered maple log delivers a surprising transformation, while a difficult poplar puts Nathan and his sawmill to the test.