May Log Home Class here I come

[dazedandconfused]

Ok guys I just took the plunge and paid for Mays class, wow, I am excited, scared nervous the whole bit, as some of you know, my name is Jason and I have no experience in construction or the like:), I look forward to taking the class with anyone out their, respond if you're taking it, at least I will know someone when I get there to NV. I live in Pa and I have a family so leaving them even for a few days is a big step for me, but I believe it will be well worth it. Hope to see you guys there.

[wacked]

Hi, Jason.
I'll see you there, Jason. And don't feel bad, I have no construction experience either unless a doghouse and several lean-to's count. I'm really looking forward to taking this class and it's nice getting to know a few of the people that will be there also.

Mark

[SF_Mikey]

I am still on the fence on whether to sign up or not for the May class in Las Vegas? While I am wholeheartedly buy into all the hype, love all the beautiful log cabins folks have built - I can't honestly see myself doing the majority of the work myself. I have a bit of experience in construction from over 30 years ago and know the level of effort to build home or cabin and it just overwhelming knowing how much work it takes to build your own home. Therefore, I am wondering if it still makes sense to attend class and act as my own general contractor and hire out the majority of the work. The end product if done right is head and shoulders above the vast majority of the cabins (shacks) I've seen in the Sierra Nevada mountains relatively close to the SF Bay Area. Needless to say land isn't cheap in the Sierras but I suppose one could still get a lot of going through the course by picking up on all the insights, accessing the members forums and still save a lot of $$$ and end up with a far superior product to any log cabin kit homes or any crappy cabins on the market for sale.

[StressMan79]

Mikey,

unfortunately, you should take the class. No, you don't have to build (anything) yourself, however, I suspect any area around SF is less than 5 acres. There is nothing holy about that number, 2 would be sufficient room to build a log home, if you staged it well... but I own 20, in the sticks of wa state. I spent ~40k on the land. I don't think you'll get 1/4 acre near SF for that. 1/4 acre is enough to build a kit on, but you will not have enough room to spread out real logs, peel them, do site prep, etc. That combined with the tendency of "log home types" to want acreage, I don't think resale will be great for any cabin sitting on less than 1 acre of land. when I'm at the cabin, I don't want to see my neighbors, unless I know they are coming.

The class and the member's forum will open your mind to a great many things. Worth every penny... Especially if you are going to build on 150k worth of land near SF... 800 bucks don't seem so big in comparison.

[wacked]

I am still on the fence on whether to sign up or not for the May class in Las Vegas? .... - I can't honestly see myself doing the majority of the work myself. I have a bit of experience in construction from over 30 years ago and know the level of effort to build home or cabin and it just overwhelming knowing how much work it takes to build your own home. Therefore, I am wondering if it still makes sense to attend class and act as my own general contractor and hire out the majority of the work.

Taking the class might really change your mind. Why not give it a try, it might really aid you in making a decision to build or not, but this way you'd be making a much more informed decision in the end. And from what I've read in here, time and time again, the class might really open your eyes and give you a very different, positive perspective - and might very well change your mind about how much you actually contract out in the end.


The end product if done right is head and shoulders above the vast majority of the cabins (shacks) I've seen in the Sierra Nevada mountains relatively close to the SF Bay Area. Needless to say land isn't cheap in the Sierras but I suppose one could still get a lot of going through the course by picking up on all the insights, accessing the members forums and still save a lot of $$$ and end up with a far superior product to any log cabin kit homes or any crappy cabins on the market for sale.

I'd give it a try.. I've even read of some members here who have taken the class twice, that's a pretty strong testament to me that it's well worth the time, money and effort. I don't even have any experience in construction, but I feel fairly confident that I can do this with the right basic information as a guide.

And I see and read of folks from all walks in life on here that never would've dreamed they'd one day be doing this and now they are. And there's no feeling in the world like the feeling of accomplishment.

I say give the class a try :D If nothing else it will get you out of town for a weekend and broaden your horizons.


Mark

[dazedandconfused]

Remember Mickey Money back guarentee, you have nothing to lose, one tip will save you the 800 bucks, see you in Vegas.

[indy]

Hello out there.....thinking about taking the May class in Vegas but really tight on funds since we are in process of building a log cabin here in Indiana. It's been a nightmare, the guys building it and the other guy we purchased logs from can't seem to get their acts together and we don't know a thing about it ourselves. Looked into flights & hotel costs, thoes with cost of class is a couple of grand for wife & me to go. That would go a long way on the roof for the one under construction. Is there anyone out there who has taken the class and built within the last year?? Also why would anyone have to take the class twice??

[rckclmbr428]

Indy,
I have built two homes within the past two years, taking the class will pay for itself in upkeep down the road alone. I fix log houses all the time that were built by people with no idea what they were doing, it gets expensive fast. taking it twice it typically for people who took it a long time ago, and recognize the value of it being fresh in their minds when they start to build
www.WileyLogHomes.com

[pinewood]

rckclmbr428

I love the look of the home you have on your website. I have a very similar slope on my property and intend to have a walk-out. It appears to me that your footprint may be around 24x30 though it looks bigger than that. How big is the loft and what is the approximate overall square footage including basement? Beautiful!

Dane

[SF_Mikey]

Las Vegas here I come! I logged onto the site tonight and noticed that only 5 spots were still available for the May 2011 class in Las Vegas so I bit the bullet and signed up for the class. Can hardly wait for the class and access to the wealth of information in the members forum. I've taken the first step toward realizing my dream of building a beautiful log cabin up in the Sierras.

Cheers,

[dazedandconfused]

congrats Mickey see you in NV.

[StressMan79]

Mikey,

Good choice. Look forward to seeing you in the member's section.

-Peter