Have you ever considered building a tiny treehouse? Today's show is all about the basics of tree house building with Treehouse Masters' Daryl McDonald.

Daryl McDonald is a Project Manager and Designer with Nelson Treehouse and Supply, based in Fall City, WA. Daryl has been a professional treehouse builder for over 18 years. He is the “crafty veteran” of the crew, having been involved in over 250 builds throughout the US and in 7 different countries.

You'll Learn:

What is a treehouse?
Are there limits to what’s possible in a treehouse?
What is the design process for a treehouse?
What to look for: 3 to 4 trees within 20 ft of one another
The challenge presented by one and two-tree treehouses
What types of trees won’t work for treehouses?
Do treehouses get higher up off the ground as the tree grows?
Important tree attributes to consider to ensure the longevity of your tree house
How to make sure your fasteners don’t get “swallowed” by the tree
What to consider when it comes to the health of the trees you select for a tree house
Common amateur tree house mistakes
What hardware is required to safely attach a house to a tree?
What safety precautions should people take when working on a treehouse?