Off-Grid Living in the Northwest Territories (Is it Possible?)
Off-grid living in the Northwest Territories is not ideal. Life is far too difficult here, owing primarily to the local climate and particularly harsh winters. You also have a few […]
Best Composting Toilet for Off Grid Living
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 […]
The Black Lily Pad Shipping Container Home
The Black Lily Pad Shipping Container Home is a beautiful Airbnb. It is made from a single shipping container with a large covered porch and a garage door. It is […]
How to Keep Your Off-Grid Water System Running In Winter
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 […]
Living Off-Grid in Nunavut (Should You Do It)?
Nunavut, located on Canada’s northern coast, is one of the most beautiful and one of coldest regions in the country. When you first arrive in Nunavut, you will feel you […]
Here’s What You Should Know Before Buying a Shipping Container
There are a lot of unknowns when buying a shipping container. This article will walk you through the ins and outs of purchasing one. It should help you save money […]
How to Insulate a Shipping Container Home
Shipping containers are easily becoming one of the most popular tiny home options. It’s easy to see why; they’re economical and environmentally friendly. There are also over 300 million empty […]
Building an Off-Grid Cabin in 12 Days
In the summer of 2016, a family in Saskatchewan, Canada, bought a lakeside property to construct an off-grid tiny cabin. Amazingly, they could finish their cabin in just 12 days […]
The 5 Best Hand-Crank Coffee Grinders of 2025
If you enjoy coffee, you’re probably aware that the only way to get the full flavor and aroma of it is to grind the beans yourself. That’s why today we’re […]
8 Things I Learned While Living in a Yurt Full Time
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, […]