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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/sparkosthenes on 2025-01-09 19:51:58+00:00.

Like obviously you could be okay, and able to do things and tasks until you pass, but obviously some people are less able(people that would usually be in care homes etc), what happens to them?

Do they somehow have to return to society and see what help is available, or will they just starve as they cannot sustain themselves or intentionally choose to end their lives.

I obviously know some off-grid people have jobs and funds possibly set aside for this, but what about people that don't? I'm not sure how often as a percentage, people actually need assitance when they get old as they cannot take care of themselves to a minimum degree(maybe 30%?) especially with Alzheimers/dementia.

They could sell everything and use those funds, but depending on the case that may not be nearly enough for full care(where I am is like $70,000 per year).

Thanks

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/Billyjamesjeff on 2025-01-06 03:53:11+00:00.

I've found something affordable with a liveable dwelling. It is connected to the grid but not water. Will be looking at solar asap. Fingers cross they accept my offer.

I really would have preferred a permanent quality water source.

There are two creeks on the hydrology maps. One is just outside the boundary, probably ephemeral, considering a surveyor to double check this.

Another creek which look like it runs more often is on the land but on the other side of a road - was looking for a culvert I could sneak a pipe through...

Topography does not have any great natural gullies for dams though there is a small dam on the top entrance to a gully thats full. We only get 500 millilitres a year rain fall, what should I be doing to maximise capture? I'm a gardener and keen to grow everything.

Because the land is halfway up a hill and without any natural gullies i'm not sure about more dams. Has a couple large sheds with tanks.Was wondering if anyone has experimented with french drains to redirect sheet flow into a dam - not that keen on swales. Cheers!

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/Ohokay191 on 2025-01-05 07:27:36+00:00.

My fiance and I decided we’re going to sell our “nice” house and moving half way across the country to raw land to start a modest homestead. We’re moving with 4 dogs, 2 cats, a ton of reptiles, and some small animals(we run a Rattery, mousery, and breed reptiles small scale). We plan to stay in a Airbnb for a month or longer while we get the land prepped, a shed for the animals up, and a small house for us. Our jobs(we work for the same company) has drastically slowed down and lay offs seem inevitable, we could find new jobs but we felt it was the universe pushing us to the next chapter.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/eridulife on 2025-01-08 12:12:41+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/sheldonthehyena on 2025-01-08 03:00:26+00:00.

As a child I was always fascinated by stories of Native Americans and complete survival in the wilderness using your own survival tools. Is this possible in this day and age? No job, very distant from society. To completely abandon civilization and just live off of your own survival instincts? If so what is this called?

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/eridulife on 2025-01-08 11:51:26+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/Bloodshriker on 2025-01-06 16:09:29+00:00.

We've been living off grid for a while, but powering everything with solar and gas generators is starting to become too expensive. We were hoping to find a good hydro electric generator for a small waterfall nearby our house so we can get a some power coming in even when the weather sucks. But so far all we can find are a bunch of poorly reviewed generators on Amazon. Any recommendations on where to look or other advice would be greatly appreciated.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/eridulife on 2025-01-06 13:50:29+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/Flowersintheforest on 2025-01-06 02:23:11+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/eridulife on 2025-01-06 10:03:56+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/ntcrocker on 2025-01-05 22:09:41+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/ellogovna304 on 2025-01-04 00:47:07+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/brokenwatermain on 2025-01-03 02:06:01+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/oceaneer63 on 2025-01-02 02:52:29+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/Templarknight1407 on 2025-01-01 01:29:42+00:00.

Sorry if it doesnt fit entirely on this sub idea

To give context, ive been seeking a more nomadish lifestyle, maybe live in a Van or trailer (maybe a well equiped SUV with some camping gear) traveling around, so id have to find a job that allows me to do that and be able to afford maintenance, gas, etc.

Does anyone have any idea what kind of career or jobs could allow me to have this more "free" life? Or do i have to go completely off grid and become a wanderer 😅

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/soupy_chip_ on 2024-12-31 21:21:16+00:00.

I'm looking to start on the path of living off grid and I have no idea where to start but I know it's always best to start educating myself. There seems to be thousands of books teaching off grid living and other survival stuff. But I have no idea which ones to buy. I was wondering what are the best ones you guys can recommend? Thank you!

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/amb3rlamp5 on 2024-12-30 11:16:36+00:00.

Hey folks, happy offgridding and season's greetings to you all

I posted a little while back about wanting to eventually run workshops on my land for folks who want to learn hands-on about off grid living and was blown away by the enthusiastic responses I got

Right now I am away from my land and was wondering if there's anyone out there local-ish (southern Arizona) or mobile who would be interested in renting my setup from me for a month or two or three while I'm away -- so month to month or something wld be perfect while I am still working out how long exactly I will be gone.

The setup consists of: 2 tiny homes (like idk 200sq ft each) of hybrid cob/tire/recycled material construction on 14 acres, simple 100w solar setup (with all the sun we get there, more than enuf for lights, phones, laptops and power tools), solar well with delicious drinking water (unfortunately not tapped in yet tho and has to be schlepped over from a couple hundred feet haha), gas powered cooking setup, comfy bed, etc. etc.

Right now is the time most people snowbird to our area so the weather is sunny, in the 70s, cold nights, a smattering of weather here and there but usually nothing serious. Tons of wildlife, basically an unparalleled area if you are into birds, wild mammals and such (and no reptiles or bugs basically at all at the moment!)

Thanks community, hit me up if you or anyone you know might be interested!

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/DrScreamLive on 2024-12-31 02:35:41+00:00.

Assume you just bought some land and have a few months before winter comes. You have where you're sleeping (van or camper) and a budget to get yourself situated on the newly purchased lot. You have no restrictions. What are you doing first to get setup?

I'm thinking I'd start with building out a small shed to house batteries/electrical systems first since I work from home and need power. Then get started working on a small cabin or an out house. Not sure which to do first. After the cabin and outhouse are built, I get started on fencing out some of the land where I mainly plan on living. Then get started on a small garden to start working towards self sufficiency.

Curious, what order would y'all go in?

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/Danielc7916 on 2024-12-30 00:53:42+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/nomamesgueyz on 2024-12-29 03:17:25+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/Adonbilivit69 on 2024-12-27 19:23:04+00:00.

My family has a cabin in SE-Alaska and we are buying new batteries for an eventual solar power system and to power a refrigerator and lights in the cabin.

We are looking at the eco-worthy 12V 280Ah LiFePO4 lithium battery or the renogy 12V 200Ah lithium LiFePO4 deep cycle battery.

What do you all think of these batteries and are there other setups you’d recommend? Are there any good batteries on sale now?

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/squidward_68 on 2024-12-27 21:44:06+00:00.

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/JunkStuff1122 on 2024-12-26 08:22:01+00:00.

I notice a lot of offgridders relying on woodburning stoves for heating and cooking.

I never really see anyone talking about the idea of running out of trees. If anything i hear people not worry about wood because they live in a forest which is concerning.

So do any of you guys actually think ahead and plant trees so that you dont eventually run out of wood in the next couple of decades? If you dont, then whats the reason aside from "i live where trees are abundant"

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/DrScreamLive on 2024-12-24 04:12:20+00:00.

So I've finally saved up enough to buy my land and build my off grid homestead BUT I'm struggling to decide between west virginia and new mexico.

New Mexico has WAY cheaper land but it's also got a massive red flag with future issues of drought.

West Virginia has abundant rain but it's so woodsy that having decent internet with starlink would be a bigger issue as well as getting good solar charge in a wooded area. It's also a lot more expensive per acre generally.

I need to narrow my search or I'll be getting pulled between the 2 for the rest of my life! Can one of you decide for me? Thanks 😁

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The original was posted on /r/offgrid by /u/StandardCut2708 on 2024-12-22 08:06:29+00:00.