Re-building the cabin

This is part 2 of the cabin story...

 (Part 1 happened last year when I took apart the cabin up on the East hill, 

so that I could relocate it into the middle of camp.)

The photos below show how the cabin was/is being re-constructed step by step. When I took apart the cabin last summer, I made sure to label each piece and stacked them in order, ready for re-assembly. 

So far, the pieces seem to be fitting close to where they were originally (with a bit of trimming and adjusting here and there). As of this post, I am about 1 day away from starting the roof. The rafters and roof will be the toughest part, the main roof has a pretty steep pitch and there is a lot of square footage, meaning there will be lots of plywood and steel that needs to go up. But I made it this far, and there is no turning back now.

I may give this cabin a personal nickname of "The Gym", because during dis-assembly, I personally moved every log, rafter, sheet of plywood, and sheet of steel by myself (I did have some help stacking the steel and moving the windows and doors). So far during re-construction, I have moved and set every log and beam alone (I hope to have help with the roof and windows). What does this mean (other than I may be nuts), it means I did not need a gym membership for the past 2 summers to stay in shape. 

The first thing I need is a floor.

Once the concrete forms were set, the 3 pieces
need to be put back together.

I'm sure I am thinking something like,
"what have I gotten myself into".

The first log is set into place.

"I sure hope this is right".

Row 1 is done, only 18 more to go.

In case you were wondering, swinging a
sledge hammer to drive in 10 inch spikes is
great for the shoulders and fore-arms.

Just a giant 'Lincoln Log' set.

Many of the logs got secured by screwing
in 10 inch log screws.

The last row of logs are set into place.

The front porch is then put on and secured.

The cross beams and porch beams are set next.

Finally starting to look like a cabin!!

The roof  is started! With some help from the boys from Teen Challenge, I was able to get the many of the rafters in place. Unfortunately, as expected, things are not lining up as easily as I would have hoped. This is always the biggest problem with re-builds. It will just have to be slow and steady for a while, with a little creativity when needed. 

More kid pics...

Grandma wanted more kid pics...

Already Queen of the castle

"I am looking for a cure for these cankles"

Blurry picture...but still impressive!

Thanks to Uncle Jeff and Aunt Laura and
Kevin, Tim and Matt for my bike. I ride it all of the time.

Striking a pose in her new swim suite

"Hi Grandma and Grandpa"

"Hello to Great Grandma, all of my uncles, aunts,
nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and all of my fellow Bloggers"

Hinsdale South High School

Sorry to those who have been checking the BLOG on a daily basis. I have been a little busy this week and have not gotten to update it as often as would have liked. So to make up for that, I have posted a bunch of pictures and comments for your viewing enjoyment. 

Fishing overall was slower this week, but not from a lack of trying. The 2 groups in camp fished hard even through the warm weather, and were able to boat some quality fish. 

I kept busy by starting the rebuilding process of the new cabin, which is why I have missed a few days of posts. I will post the progress of the cabin soon.  

Zach's first walleye ever. He then
went on to catch plenty more that night.
It did not take him very long to figure out
the walleye game. 

The group's fearless leader, Jim, giving
them a pep talk before heading out for the day.
Thanks for running such a great group your
first time out!!!

Mike demonstrating how aggressive the
perch can be. What was that little guy thinking?

The gang caught plenty of fish for shore lunc

The boys worked in the kitchen while...

...the girls volunteered to fillet the fish.
No comment on the hair. 

Every did their part at shore lunch.

Jim Sr. cooking up the potatoes and onions.

Hanging out on the back deck after dinner.
It was fun to watch how this group get along with
each other and truly enjoy being at camp.
We got to hear some good stories as well.
Don't worry gang, what happens in Canada,
stays in Canada. 

A little late night twister anyone? I believe Erin
won this one but only because she is 3 feet taller
than Josie and Catherine had to deal with her sunburn.
We can not say it enough...WEAR YOUR SUNSCREEN!

Even the boys got into it. Hope they stretched first.

Cool clear nights made for some
great camp fire weather. 

The scale reads 12 lbs.

That is one big fat pike!!

George and his mom Natalie caught
their share of fish this week. Here is one
of many that they boated.

Erin with the biggest pike of the week.

Thanks for a Great Week !!!