The Solar Panels Are Up!
Our solar panels are up and running! Let me walk you through our setup so you can see what we did…
Off-Grid
Helpful tips for living without electricity, without municipal water supply and sanitation services.
Grey Water Trial: Flushing Sink Water
I thought it would be a good idea to catch our sink water to use to flush the toilet. Here’s what I’ve learned…
Hand Washing Clothes – Easiest Method
Today I did all of our laundry by hand. It was actually kinda fun! And I learned a few things that will help it go more quickly next time.
Considering Non-Electric Alternatives
What we’ll run on solar power, what we won’t, and some alternatives we’ve considered for off-grid cooking, refrigeration, and water.
Smart Meter Controversy *UPDATE*
Too many people know nothing of the dangers of this new technology that is quietly being installed in every home across the United States. Get informed! *Update* How we refused the Smart Meter.
The Best Hand Pump for a Deep Well
Not all hand pumps are created equally. Some are only for shallow wells. Some cannot be used alongside a submersible pump. And some have a lot more options than others. I’ve done my homework, and have decided upon my favorite hand pump for emergency back-up…
Living Without Electricity: 10 Essentials to Get Right
10 tips for surviving a prolonged power outage.
Preparing for off Grid Living – What You Should Know
As we plan to go off-grid, we realize that we have a lot of changes to make, and a lot of research to do!