OK, here we go!

So, I thought I'd answer some of the questions asked in the comments below.

As far as time frame, that depends upon how much free time and money everyone has;)
But, I anticipate a long term project, possibly broken up into phases. Best guess right now is at least 2 years, maybe as long as 5 years. Naturally, I'd like to go as quickly as possible. But cost will determine our speed. And I'm OK with that.

Speaking of cost, with what I'm seeing out there, I anticipate spending anywhere from $9000 up to $15,000 on the lot. I think the cabin itself can be built for around $20,000, depending on how much material we can salvage. I'll be putting together some cost estimates pretty soon.

As far as buying some land with a cabin already on it, I think that would be great. However, for a cabin anywhere near as nice as that one we're planning on building, we would have to spend at least $50,000, bare minimum. To do that, we'd have to ask everyone to save money, which is in short supply for most. Then we'd have to wait until enough was saved, which would easily take 5+ years. I just don't see that happening. But, I like the idea and we should look for great deals that could make sense.

And, to be honest, I really want to build this darn thing!! Kristi nailed me! I've got an itch to build a rammed earth cabin! Guilty as charged. But seriously, the value to the kids and everyone involved would be tremendous if would could actually accomplish this.

And finally, I will shortly be posting links to lots that I've seen that may fit. Also, I have many many links to rammed earth sites that are very fun. I also have several cabins that I'd like you all to look at and see if they would work.

Finally, if you login you can create your own posts on this blog. Please do. I hope to see everyones ideas with links to pictures, videos, etc. If it seems cool, post it! That's part of the fun.

Thanks for the comments!

Brandon