My Remote Cabin’s Disaster is Fixed...But Now There’s a MESS
Kelly Hays · 25:08 · 2 weeks ago
Kelly fixed her septic system in one week despite the remote location but now faces a messy property full of cleanup tasks and new finds.
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Septic repair — Main cracked line replaced with stronger pipe buried deeper, plus leach lines fixed and outhouse hole dug .
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Duct tape hack — Original line had a redneck duct-tape patch that failed .
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Extra projects — Siding pile relocated with help, dirt moved for drainage, and old toilet kept as future planter .
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Mushrooms and plants — Colorful mushrooms spotted in poison ivy and peppers growing in pots instead of ground beds .
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Beaver return — Animal active again in the brush pile .
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Friends' visit — Tonya and Ray helped move siding, uncovered possible salamander eggs under boards, and stayed overnight .
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Rainy hike — Property explored in storm aftermath showing downed trees, deer, steep ledges, and a dock sunset .
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Neighbor outing — Rappelled cliffs to explore caves linked to Trail of Tears history, then paddle-boarded among lily pads and spotted an otter .
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What caused the sudden drop in blackberry bushes near the cabin?