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Peter cuts the opening for the chimney and discusses fireplace construction. Peter breaks from 18'th century tradition, for the sake of safety. He discusses the very real threat of fire posed by open fireplaces. He has constructed a steel form around which he will construct the chimney. The form ensures he meets the specifications made by Count Rumford in the 1700's. The chimney will look and function like a Rumford fireplace once the structural material has been covered by fieldstone and bricks.
He discusses the importance of quality tools and the history of the Pax saw, made in Sheffield England. He uses the saw to cut the opening in the logs for the fireplace.
He discusses clearing the land for the homesteaders' first garden, then takes a walk to the wetlands behind the homestead to observe the waterfowl in spring.
He returns to work on the window and door stops of the cabin and starts to collect stones for the chimney. He discusses the immense amount of work the pioneers had to do to clear their fields of stones.
Featuring - Peter Kelly
Cinematography - Catherine Wolfe
Producer & Editor - Shane Kelly
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