And we have done it! Gone Off Grid
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 living
Types of Log Splitters for Off-Grid Living (Manual vs Electric vs Gas)
If you heat with wood like we do, you already know — splitting firewood is not optional. And if you’re living off-grid, the right log splitter can mean the difference between a long, exhausting chore… and a smooth afternoon of productive work. There are three main types of log splitters: Manual log splitters Electric log … Read more
Off grid living – Power Generation and Energy Systems
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
Best Off-Grid States in America
Are you thinking of living off grid? Living off grid has become an increasingly popular choice — people wanting to get back to basics, stop paying for utilities, gain independence, and not worry about constant bills for water, sewer, power, and other services. If you’re thinking of living off the grid in the United States, … Read more
Small Log Cabin
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
Most Effective Mosquito Repellents for Off-Grid Living
Mosquito season at the cabin can be brutal some years — and this is definitely one of them. After two wildfire seasons, we were grateful for the moisture this spring. The forest needed it. The wild strawberries are the biggest I’ve ever seen. But all that rain created perfect breeding conditions for mosquitoes. Trying to … Read more
A Solar Panel Setup for the Small Cabin
Adding solar power to our small off-grid cabin has been one of the best upgrades we’ve made. We installed a 200-watt solar panel system connected to an inverter with two standard plug-ins, and now we have enough power for many of our everyday essentials. Solar panel kits have come down a lot in price over … Read more
Best Rat Traps that Really Work
Best Rat Traps on the Market If you’ve noticed more mice and rats around lately, you’re not alone. Some years seem much worse than others, and recently we’ve had rodents showing up in places where they’ve never been before. Many of our neighbors have been dealing with the same problem. Weather patterns, food availability, and … Read more
Dandelion Wine Recipe: How to Make Homemade Dandelion Wine From Wild Flowers
Every spring, one of the first signs that winter is finally over is the appearance of bright yellow dandelions covering fields, meadows, and roadsides. Many people see them as weeds, but around our off-grid cabin, dandelions are one of the most useful wild plants we harvest each year. We often add the young dandelion greens … Read more
Tapped Birch Water
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