Make your own Dandelion Wine

February 3May 16 by Teresa

Dandelion Wine

Dandelions

Last May the Dandelions were out and with so man we figured we would try our hand at making Dandelion Wine. This was a first, but I had come across an old recipe in my Grandmothers book, so thought I’d give it a try.

Dandelions are the first flowers to be seen in the spring, we often add the tender young greens to our salads because of the healthy benefits this plant has. Making wine with the dandelion flower gave us a wonderful tonic, we would occasionally have a glass for its medicinal benefits.

Tapped Birch Water

March 30May 16 by Teresa

Every spring, when the snow starts to melt and the days begin to warm up, something incredible happens—birch trees start running with sap. Not far from our property, we have a grove of birch trees, and this year we decided to tap them for fresh birch water and try making birch syrup. For my husband, … Read more

Preserving Garlic Scapes

March 13May 10 by Teresa

Garlic Scapes I started growing Garlic several years ago, but never really knew what to do with the Scapes, to be honest I didn’t even know I was supposed to cut them off the Garlic Plant……that might have had something to do with the poor crops I was producing. Garlic is one of the easiest … Read more

Oregon Grape: A Powerful Wild Medicinal Plant (Uses, Benefits & How to Harvest)

March 29May 10 by Teresa

🌿 What Is Oregon Grape? Oregon grape is one of the most useful wild plants you’ll find along the west coast of North America. Around our off-grid property, it grows naturally and is something I’ve come to appreciate more every year. Despite the name, it’s not actually a grape—but once you see the deep purple … Read more

Rocket Stove Mass Heater: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

February 15February 6 by Teresa

Rocket mass heater with cob thermal bench heating an off-grid cabin

Rocket mass heaters have become one of the most searched off-grid heating solutions for cabins, homesteads, and greenhouses — especially for people looking to heat with less wood, less smoke, and lower long-term costs. If you’re new to rocket stoves and want a clear, beginner-friendly explanation without engineering jargon, this guide walks you through how … Read more

Off-Grid Tools Survival Axe: The Ultimate Off-Grid Multitool

March 30December 3 by Teresa

If you spend any time living off-grid, camping, or even just keeping emergency gear in your vehicle, having the right tools matters. One tool I’ve come across that really stands out is the Off Grid Tools Survival Axe Multitool — and honestly, it’s one of those tools that makes you wonder why you didn’t have … Read more

Best Books to Read Before Going Off Grid

February 4December 3 by Teresa

Books to Read If You’re Thinking About Going Off Grid If you’ve been thinking about moving off grid—or even just flirting with the idea—there are a few books that can help you understand what you’re really signing up for. Some focus on the practical skills you’ll need, while others share honest, often humorous stories about … Read more

Plowing the way out with Extreme Max 5500.5010 UniPlow One-Box ATV Plow

February 3November 19 by Teresa

ATV Snowplow a must this winter

When living off grid often you will find yourself having to plow your way out in the winter. We have an ATV for the 2 km piece of road we have to plow out. This blade has proven to be an excellent asset to us.

UniPlow One-Box ATV Plow – everything you need to put a plow on your ATV

Price: $537.94 (includes everything you need) You just can’t beat that price.

Everything you need to hook a snow plow up to your ATV. The box will include a plow blade, universal mount, and push tube assembly. The universal mount will fit most ATVs on the market.

This blade can be installed in minimal time and comes with everything you need to start moving snow.

Portable Washing Machine

February 3October 19 by Teresa

portable washing machine

We have been spending a lot of time out at the cabin this year and I’ve found it a bit of a pain to travel back and forth just to get some laundry done. It’s time to find a portable washing machine.

I suppose I could go down to the spring and do it the old-fashioned way with a washboard, but somehow that just doesn’t sound like too much fun to me. lol.

Chicken Coop and Bears

February 10October 13 by Teresa

Bear Encounters We’ve never had problems with bears before, but over the last little while a black bear decided to start hanging around our yard — and harassing my chickens. Chickens, Ducks and Bear The first night, Mr. Bear tore down the back fence and rummaged through the compost pile. Surprisingly, he didn’t really eat … Read more