We all need clean clothes and we’ve become very dependent on our washers and dryers, but laundry can still be done without these conveniences. You need a plan, proper equipment, these off-grid laundry tips, and plenty of practice. It will take longer, and it’s not easy, but it’s still do-able.
Summer is a great time to get better prepared, with longer days and more daylight hours giving you more time to tackle projects and tasks. And summer will be over before you know it. Hard to believe, but every year it seems to get shorter and shorter. Jump into action this week and make the most of these long days that seem to never end.
Learning what wild edibles are in your local area is an excellent way to connect with nature, learn about traditional food sources, and gain a greater appreciation for the environment around you. It’s important to research and identify the plants, fungi, and other organisms that grow in your area, and to learn how to distinguish edible species from poisonous ones. There are many resources available, such as field guides, online forums, and local experts, that can help you get started.
Power’s out! All you have to eat is cold food. For hours. For days. How soon will you get tired of that? How soon will the kids? If you haven’t planned for alternative ways you can cook off-grid without power, now is the time to start thinking about it. By having various options for cooking, you can ensure that they always have a reliable way to prepare their meals, regardless of the weather or any other unforeseen circumstances. The morale boost of a hot meal cannot be overestimated!
While you may not ever plan on doing winter camping, it’s still worth thinking about so you can be prepared if you had to.
Tapping maple trees, collecting the sap, and making maple syrup is not only a fulfilling experience but also increases self-reliance. No worries about supply chain issues disrupting your pancake breakfast! Plus, making maple syrup is not something that everyone can do; it’s unique and therefore potentially of great value for a side business.
Venturing into the woods with my late grandfather to fill up gallon jugs with water from a natural spring he found and tapped himself is one of my favorite childhood memories. I never thought much about it back then. Walking a quarter mile or so into the wooded hills to collect the family’s drinking water was just routine. A natural spring is a great backup water source. In this article, we have tips to find and tap one, plus questions to help you decide if developing one is right for you.
Off-grid living is an attractive option for those who wish to live sustainably, be self-sufficient, and reduce their dependence on traditional systems. From sourcing and storing water, to generating and storing power, to maintaining proper hygiene and handling illness, there are many things to consider when living off-grid. However, with the right skills, knowledge, and mindset, it is possible to successfully implement an off-grid lifestyle and live with more self-reliance.
Dutch oven cooking is a versatile off-grid cooking option anyone can learn. It can function with several different fuel sources and can cook a wide variety of foods. Here’s what you need to know to be successful. Plus, recipes!
Is urban off grid living realistic? You can definitely take steps to become more self-sufficient as a city dweller and find a balance between city life and surviving in an emergency situation. Read on to learn practical strategies for how to live off grid in the city.
Once you know how to store charcoal and stock up when the prices are low, you’ll be ready for outdoor cooking and a long-term power outage. Plus, of the potential fuels for emergency cooking using grills, storing charcoal long-term is the easiest and safest for a prepper.
A pond’s ability to sustain wildlife extends to sustaining us as well if you learn how to use ponds as emergency water sources. Let’s look at how your beautiful little pond can help sustain your family in a disaster.
Inexpensive, versatile, long-lasting, and waterproof, plastic sheeting is a survivalist’s dream. Here are 15 reasons why you should store visqueen.
In a crisis, how will you communicate with your loved ones if cellphones and the internet don’t work? How would you get in touch with each other? A ham radio might be the answer. Here’s what you need to know.
