Category Off-Grid Living

Buying an off grid home can be a great way to create your own personal haven. Not only are these homes self-sufficient, but they are also very affordable. They are also up to code for property insurance. If you’re interested…

If you want to go off the grid, Alaska is the best state to start. The state is a natural and peaceful place with minimal regulation and lenient laws. However, before moving there, be sure to research the local laws…

Living Off the Grid in Alaska *Off Grid Living Alaska: I was born in Anchorage- we were off grid and as a small boy, I had to take baths in a plastic trash can (as did my parents). Later I…

How to Live Off Grid and Have an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle How to off grid living. If you are wondering how to live off the grid and have a more eco-friendly lifestyle, there are some things you can do. One great…

What is off grid living? The purists would say, ‘Living off the land and not even using gas or powered tools- like the Amish without the religious restrictions.’ Even though we’re fully well-intentioned, that may be a bit extreme for…

Off grid living for beginners: Either you’re just curious, moving in this direction- or ready to just jump into things. Off grid living is a great choice for people who are creative, enjoy hard work, and enjoy fixing things. Rather…

So what states allow off grid living? Whether you’re thinking about relocating to the country, or are simply interested in living off the grid, it can be confusing to figure out where to start. Fortunately, there are many states where…

When it comes to off grid living essentials- first things first- you’ll need reliable transportation. Because unless you’ve the skills to really walk away and live off of the land, you’ll need people and the things they sell… After that-…

No matter what your situation, there are so many ways to put your off grid living ideas to work. Bit by bit, and piece by piece, you can gradually remove your dependency from over-priced and even dirty energy. But some…

Besides the obvious cost of constructing your own solar panels, Off grid living costs involves other expenses such as securing your property. Electric fences cost about $3,000 to $4,000. Other security expenses include netting, which keeps hawks and predators out.…