Off the Grid
Collecting Rainwater No longer Illegal in Colorado. Yes, it was Actually a Crime!
As many offgriders have found out the hard way, collecting and harvesting rainwater is actually illegal in many parts of the United States […]
Off the Grid
Off the Grid
Federal Government trying to Outlaw Tiny Homes and RV Living
In yet another attempt to go after the self-reliant lifestyle, The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has taken aim at the off-grid lifestyle… […]
Building
Tiny Homes: Zoning Issues Forcing Owners Out of Homes
Zoned out of existence: How home owners and Off-gridders are being forced to conform to government regulations and zoning codes… […]
Off the Grid
Regulated out of Existence: Off-Gridders Forced back on the Grid, Camping on own land Illegal
There is a battle brewing in Costilla County, Colorado, as the popular off-grid haven is attempting to force people back on the grid and ban the lifestyle… […]
Building
Buying Rural Land: Safety Considerations When Purchasing Off-grid Property
When it comes to finding the perfect piece of land to build your off-grid paradise, there are some things that you should keep in mind. […]
Alternative Energy
Emergency Power: The Top Portable Solar Panel Chargers for Disasters
From natural disasters to hacking attacks and terrorism, we face more threats to our power grid than ever before. These small portable solar chargers will ensure you have emergency power when the grid goes down. […]
Food & Water
Container Gardening: Learning How to Grow a Survival Garden
Learn what you need to start growing your own self-reliant survival garden, even if you live in an urban environment… […]