Preserving food is often a crucial part of living off-grid. It allows you to make the most of your food throughout the year. Canning and jarring are familiar ways of doing this, but dehydration is another option. Dehydrated food is packed with flavor, retains more beneficial nutrients and is less bulky to store. What is…
Living off-grid is a lifestyle choice that is gaining popularity. Many people are disillusioned with the idea of city life and no longer want to depend on the state for all their utilities. However, living off the grid is not easy, and it does require some sacrifice and a commitment to change. This will require…
When living in an off-grid home, you may consider beekeeping as a way to help the environment, your wallet, and your desire for self-sustainability. But, do the benefits outweigh the risks when it comes to this endeavor? What should you take into consideration before deciding to don the beekeeping suit? Beekeeping yields many benefits that…
For those who really love animals, the thought of having lots of pets is not a big deal. But is keeping lots of pets and exotic animals, or starting a private zoo possible when you’re off-grid? It is possible to have a zoo off the grid, but you’re likely to need a large budget to…
When going off-grid, choosing an effective and efficient freezer is an important consideration. There are two main choices to decide between – solar electric or propane. Propane freezers are regarded better in terms of overall cost and ease of use. They are also more durable compared to solar electric models. Additionally, propane freezers tend to…
Keeping chickens provides you with an egg supply, but is it worth it, and what do you need to do to keep them? To keep chickens, you need a coop with at least 3 square feet per bird and a run area with at least 10 square feet per bird. They also need a comfortable…
If you live in an urban or suburban area, you are unlikely to have access to several acres of land to grow food for your family. Still, you shouldn’t give up on your dream of self-sufficiency. To be self-sufficient, some families use 5 acres to produce a years’ worth of food, whereas others use only…