Composting Toilets for Off-Grid Living: Everything You Need to Know Composting toilets are becoming one of the most popular solutions for off-grid living, and honestly, it’s easy to see why. Whether you’re setting up a rustic cabin, tiny home, van conversion, or full-time homestead, a composting toilet can simplify waste management while reducing water use … Read more
Winter storms can turn off-grid living from peaceful and cozy into a real survival challenge fast. I’ve seen storms roll in that dumped heavy snow overnight, knocked trees across roads, and left us digging out for days just to get basic chores done. When you live off-grid, there’s no city crew coming to clear your … Read more
Winter off-grid living can be one of the most rewarding times of the year, but it can also turn into a real struggle if you’re not prepared ahead of time. Once the snow starts piling up and temperatures drop, even simple daily chores can take twice as long. I’ve learned over the years that winter … Read more
If you’re living off-grid or escaping to a rustic cabin in the woods, choosing the right small wood stove makes all the difference. These compact heaters provide reliable warmth, can double as a simple cooking surface, and create a cozy atmosphere no electric heater can match. Finding the best small wood stove for your off-grid … Read more
Introduction: Restoring the Small Cabin When we first saw the small cabin, a tree had fallen across the roof and packrats had clearly moved in. It had been abandoned for years, but beneath the mess we could see good bones. This post documents the earliest stages of restoring our small off-grid cabin — from assessing … Read more
This post documents the very beginning of our off-grid cabin journey — how we found the property, what we walked into, and why we decided to take it on. This project became the foundation for everything we now share about off-grid living. If you’re new here, you can explore the bigger picture in our guide … Read more
Well, the day finally came. We sold our big house we built 10 years ago (4000 sq ft) and moved to our off grid home…..now to start building and growing
Off-Grid Solar Power Systems: How Much Solar Do You Really Need? Living off-grid means learning how to produce your own reliable power, and for most people, solar energy quickly becomes the heart of that system. Whether you’re powering a small cabin, greenhouse, workshop, or full-time homestead, a properly sized solar setup can give you more … Read more
An update on the Small Log Cabin It’s been awhile since I’ve updated on the small log cabin. Over the past few years we’ve been enjoying snowmobiling up to the cabin during the winter, and honestly, it’s become one of our favorite things to do. We live not far from the Great Canadian Trail, so … Read more
🌿 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
