The Campfire Trail: November 15 - DIY Homestead - Backwoods Bug-Out Property (Day 6)

November 15, 2023

Day 775 of the Adventure

Yesterday presented an unexpected surprise in the form of a bunch of ledge rock in our excavation area. Today presented a surprise that got all of us just a little excited. Is it a cave? We're not sure yet. There is certainly an opening there that was completely undiscovered until we dug into the side of it. A combination of loose and tight rocks and dirt obstruct the opening somewhat be we can see back into it far enough to keep our curiosity piqued. Ironically, the cave is situated perfectly between the two structures that will be on the landing. It might make for a protected site that can be worked on over time.

Fortunately, we managed to get the ledge rock removed, much to the relief of the backhoe. It complained but performed admirably as a rock breaker. It became a hillybilly backhoe though in the process. It is now missing a tooth from trying to chew through something it was not designed for. Oh Well...... I guess that's what it signed up for by choosing to live in the Ozarks Backwoods. Roadbed rock was delivered on schedule today. The delivery drivers were happy to back their trucks down to the landing saving us a day's worth of moving crushed rock. Guess what, we gained our extra free work day to finish breaking up the ledge rock. Back on schedule!

Carry On

Adventure Quote: “sometimes it's the unexpected that's worth all the effort” ― Callan Rowe

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