Homesteading
This article will give you some basic tips and tricks to finding a nice parcel of land for living off the grid. There are a few key things to look for when making a land purchase, and always do your due diligence. Do a title search, have the water tested,
Homesteading
Living off the grid is a lifestyle choice that is becoming increasingly popular in today's world. It is all about freedom - freedom from the constraints of the traditional grid-tied electrical system, freedom from dependence on fossil fuels, and freedom from the constant demands of modern society. The
Homesteading
Let's be clear. Wood, gas, heating oil, or any other carbon based fuel or biomass is NOT the most efficient heat source. This is! Solar energy is FREE, all day long! Though it does cost money upfront to purchase the high tech equipment to harness the power of
Homesteading
Living off the grid is about freedom and independence. Being self reliant and not dependent on a system that cares nothing for your well being or the wellbeing of your family. To be truly self-sufficient one must be off grid and be able to produce and maintain all the necessities
Homesteading
People want the "Off Grid Life", and many will get there, but some just don't want to do what's necessary to build their off grid dream. It's not that people are lazy or don't want to work. Because off gridders
Container Home
Off Grid solar powered shipping container cabin with an attached greenhouse. This is another original home design by Eric Wichman which combines the best of many aspects of off grid living. Shelter, food, and power. This design assumes water is readily available through a well or city water system. It
Gardening
For those living off the grid to one degree or another, be it a homesteader out on an isolated plot of land, or someone closer to city life, there are certain things that can come in handy. Regardless of how far off the grid you have gone, or hope to
Gardening
The concept of a sealed bottle garden, also known as a terrarium, has been around for centuries, with the earliest known records dating back to the 1600s. However, few have managed to create a thriving ecosystem in a sealed bottle that can survive for decades with no fresh air or
Apocalypse Survival
Growing your own vegetables at home is a great way to ensure that you have a steady supply of fresh, healthy food, especially in times of emergency or crisis. Here are the top 10 vegetables that you should consider growing at home for survival food: 1. Potatoes: Potatoes are a
Homesteading
How do you make a living while living off the grid? Here's how to make a living while living off grid. This article will help give you some ideas on what you can do for a living from your off grid homestead, even if you live in the
Gardening
Huge list of tools you need for living off the grid. If you're going to live off grid you're going to need the right high quality tools and equipment to get the job done. No playing around. Tools and equipment are investments in your off grid
Cabins
How to build an off grid cabin for free. Yes, it’s possible, and you can do it! This article will explain how to build your off grid cabin for free with no cost in materials. It starts with the land. It's all about how to choose the
