For most of us, myself included, living off grid does not entail becoming completely self-sustaining all the time. It means being able to live off grid in the event of an emergency, but otherwise working to be as self-sustaining as is practical, within the bounds of our normal, everyday lives. For instance, most of us…
6 Pieces of Sage Advice for the Newbie Homesteader
Deciding to become a homesteader, or even to embrace a greater level of self-sufficiency is a huge decision. Jumping into it without thinking through as many aspects of the decision as you can is a recipe for disaster! There is nothing worse than going “hole-hog” into homesteading and discovering that a lot was forgotten, overlooked,…
Raising Chicks on a Budget to Start a Homesteading Flock!
Just about anyone who has lived on a farm or homestead or has geared themselves towards a self-sustaining lifestyle has at one point or another (or multiple times) raised chicks. Most do it for the promise of abundant and “free” eggs. Others do it for meat (although if that is you, pay a little extra…
Democrats Are Trying to Strip Coloradans of Their Rights
In Colorado, Democrats and Republicans are arguing over whether people have the right to rain barrels in their homes. When it rains, people collect water in barrels for their own use, cutting the necessity for running water. Both sides are arguing whether this should be legal or not. As you all know, certain states have…
(Video) This Woman Built a 84-Square-Foot Home for 10k. How She Makes Micro-Homesteading Work for Her? Incredible!
A tiny house is not for everyone, but if it is your deal, this woman’s tiny house is nothing short of amazing. She decided, after a trip to Central America where she lived with three other people in a confined space, that her “big house” no longer met her individual needs. It was simply to…
The 5 Best Places to Live Off Grid in the US
If you’ve always wanted to live off the grid, you know that you need to take some time to investigate and prepare. After all, it’s a significant change, and there are lots of things you have to consider. You have to think about your water and power sources especially! On top of that, not every…
How to “Go Solar” if a Rooftop Assembly Won’t Work on a Home!
Going solar used to be the dream of hyper-environmentalists, but more and more, as energy prices fluctuate wildly, it has become a serious option for those who want to live off grid or just want to get a handle on power costs. With government loans, grants and sustainability tax credits, if your home can be…
(Video) He Built a Stealth Shelter. Now Find Out What Makes This Bug Out Trailer the Ultimate Shelter.
If you currently own a trailer and use it to store your gear, then you know how useful it is. A trailer is a perfect investment for just about anyone. Plus, did you know that something like a trailer can be transformed into a convenient bug out shelter?! Converting a trailer into a stealth bugout…
How to Fell a Tree Using a Chainsaw
There will likely come a time that you need to do some property maintenance at your bugout location, and especially at your year-round home. One of the things likely to come up is removing trees that are taking up space that you have planned for something else, or that have become unsafe in the way…
Want to Live Off the Grid? Here Are the Best States to Live in Hands Down:
Living off the grid is not just for those people who are prepping for when the SHTF. Some individuals simply want to do it for personal reasons. Maybe they are tired of living to work rather than working to live. Yet, many will tell you that once they decided to live off the grid they…
Seattle Teens Help a Homeless Community Survive by Building Tiny Homes for Them
It’s incredible to learn how a group of young people can come together and help those in need. One group of Seattle teens decide to do their part and help the homeless. Unfortunately, for the homeless, survival is a very real issue that they must encounter every day. This group of teens just made life…
Deadly Wilderness Mistakes a Person Should Avoid Making at All Costs
Whether you’re camping, hiking, or dealing with a survival situation, there are fundamental mistakes that shouldn’t be made if you want to avoid injury, sickness, or even death when straying off the beaten path. There are errors that almost everyone makes in some form until they have years of experience and instinctively know how to…
Unmasking the Truth as to Whether Living Off the Grid is Now Considered a Crime
It is becoming quite a challenge to live off the grid because new laws may even consider it a crime! Many survivalists and homesteaders like being able to live off the grid and being as self-sufficient as possible. They get joy out of building their own homes, their own gardens and not having to rely…
(Video) Making Venison Hard Salami by Using This Old Fashioned Method
The process of how these homesteaders turned venison into hard salami is one you won’t want to miss! As homesteaders and survivalists, we like to do as much as we can on our own. This includes making, preserving and curing our own food. We also like to learn about the ways that other people do…
Highly Poisonous Household Items That Should be Used With Care
If you are survival minded, you have a plan and survival equipment, food stores and other materials and supplies for use if the dreaded event hits. You probably have plans drawn up that detail what to do in the immediate, medium and long-term aftermath of a survival scenario. What you probably have not considered are…
(Video) How to Save Thousands of Dollars by Drilling a Well at a Homestead
This guy made a well on his homestead and how it turned out is amazing! Many homesteaders build homes, grow gardens, and cure meat. They might even have their own livestock. Living off the grid has its perks, and many are being self-sufficient and making meals and not having to rely on anything but the…
(Video) How the People in Slab City Are Living Without Laws
These people are living off the grid without laws and the result is just incredible! Many homesteaders want to live off the grid so they can get away from all the noise and stressful situations of the city. They want to enjoy some peace and take pride in relying on themselves for what they need.…
(Video) They Give Us a Tour of an Off Grid Yurt. How it Looks? I’m Blown Away!
We always thought a yurt as a great option for those who want to live in a tiny house but do not necessarily want the smallness involved. We know that sounds like a contradiction but everyone wants comfort. Even the most dedicated prepper, homesteader or survivalist needs their space and, in a yurt, that is…
(Video) This Tiny Cabin is Truly Ideal for Living Off the Land. Find Out Why:
Living off the land in a place of your own sounds like a dream. It can especially come in handy when SHTF! Not having to rely on electricity and running water can let you reach new levels of freedom. And even if a collapse doesn’t take place, you can learn to live off the land…
(Video) This Deluxe Tiny Home Has it ALL. When He Shows Us Everything? Truly Amazing!
When we think of tiny homes, we may not initially think of a room with plenty of living space. In fact, we probably imagine a fairly uncomfortable space. Not this tiny home! On the video, a designer shows us a customized tiny home that is ready for travel at a moment’s notice. Take notes! This…