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Buying land online is becoming increasingly popular. It’s easy to see why. You can browse properties all around the world from the comfort of your own home. There are a few things to be wary about when buying land online. If you’re like me, you may want to make an impulsive decision after finding a…
Composting toilets are the best option for anyone living off grid in a tiny house, RV, or van. The composting toilet breaks down human waste with aerobic microorganisms. It stores the waste in tidy, removable packaging, which can then be used as compost. So… what is the best composting toilet for off grid living? The…
The first thing people ask me when they learn I live off grid is where do you go to the bathroom. My answer: in the toilet, duh. But seriously, people are fascinated with off grid toilets. So here’s my definitive guide on every type of off grid toilet. This article will walk you through all…
It’s tough to maintain your off grid water system in the winter. Pipes freeze, then burst. Then you don’t have any water at all! So… what can you do to keep your off grid water system running in winter? This article will walk you through just what you can do! Want to learn more about…
Living off the grid grid means, by definition, that you are not physically connected to public utilities. Usually, this means access to the internet is limited. Some people decide to go fully off grid and live without the internet. Others, like me, decide to keep it but set up an off grid internet system. You…
Life is based on the land. It gives you a place to call home and all the necessary resources to establish roots. A space that is entirely yours. Land provides you a location to develop, a firm base, and a strong foundation to build upon. You need land to create a homestead and land to…
Growing plum trees is one of the simplest fruits to cultivate. It takes less effort to grow plums than apples or cherries. Additionally, numerous varieties of plums adapt to a wide range of conditions, so there is probably one that will flourish in your area. They provide a plentiful harvest even on tiny trees since…
Do you occasionally see glowing eyes staring at you from the underbrush at night and hear high-pitched yips? You most likely have some coyotes around and you’re probably wondering how to deal with coyotes! That is to be expected, given that they are extremely successful predators. Simply put, they don’t always make the best neighbors….
Consider several factors if you’re considering getting a barn cat for your farm or homestead. The idea of a barn cat is synonymous with the traditional conception of a farm. Images of cats slinking around silos, dozing in hay bales, and twirling amid horses’ legs are ubiquitous. Cats are simple to find and raise since,…
Outside of my little yurt in Virginia, the wind is howling. Beyond my flimsy fabric walls, it is extremely cold. However, it is quite warm inside my small yurt roundhouse, where the woodstove and flickering candlelight provide warmth to all the non-corners. I’ve been living in this yurt full time for over a year and…
