Kentucky, which is known for its scenic hills and handcrafted bourbons, is also known for being one of the more friendlier knife owning states located in America. As a 19th-century pioneer who fought at the Alamo, Jim Bowie played an integral role in pushing for Texas independence. Bowie received a custom-made knife designed and constructed […]
This Week on The Homestead: Homesteading Progress and Preps For The Week / June 23, 2018
Good morning everyone… remember… Morning is wonderful. Its only drawback is that it comes at such an inconvenient time of a day. Anyways, we are all up and awake and that’s great, however, I do have some bad news to report… After days of my brain not registering the fact that my email load had […]
What to Do When You Get Pulled Over by the Police
by Scott G DISCLAIMER: I am not an attorney (I’m not a liar), so what I’m telling you is based on my best understanding of the law and experience. For legal advice, you must see an attorney (although they don’t always know what they’re talking about – you may need a second opinion). Speaking as a […]
This Week on The Homestead: Homesteading Progress and Preps For The Week / June 16, 2018
Hello everyone. Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve received a number of emails from readers letting me know how broke that they are and how that they could not afford to buy any preps, or homestead, however, the strange thing was that when I emailed back asking what they were doing to try and […]
Everything That You Ever Wanted To Know About Honeysuckle Medicinal Benefits
The honeysuckle bushes are good for a whole lot more than making a sweet-smelling wildflower bouquet. Not only are most varieties of honeysuckle edible, the boast copious amounts of medicinal benefits as well. The common and highly invasive vine has been used by herbalist and in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat minor to serious illnesses.
This Week on The Homestead: Homesteading Progress and Preps For The Week / June 9, 2018
Well, folks, it looks like it’s going to be another hot day in Tennessee… a good day to go to the river swim, and or just relax while floating around on an inner tube while sipping a cold drink and soaking up the surrounding beauty. How do you like to enjoy your summer days? What […]
Tiny House Living Tips- Things To Consider Before Going Tiny
Have you ever dreamed of living in a tiny house? Maybe you’ve seen HGTV’s Tiny House, Big Living and Tiny House Hunters where they profile individuals and families looking to downsize and start life anew in a much smaller space. And something about those houses caught your eye. If you’ve dreamed of living a life […]
Taking Care of Those You Love in An Emergency
By Denise H In an effort to not repeat articles that have already been written, I had held back on sending in anything. “The Pack” is so large and with so many backgrounds, I wondered what I could say that would be of benefit to the community we have become. Then, I realized that because […]
Approaching Food Storage with Skillet Stretchers
by Denise H When I first started my food storage and rotation, I was overwhelmed by the sheer amount of food necessary to feed an average family of four for an extended time. I took the yearly plan, broke it down, and then multiplied it by the numbers of persons who would likely be on my […]
How To Cure Insomnia Sleep Better At Night Naturally
by Denise H Consider “sleep” …What is sleep? What good is it? Why is it important? How can I help myself to get adequate amounts? Am I doing the things for me to get the restorative rest I require? Are there relatively safe things I can do, to assist when I have a wakeful night? What […]
Best Generator for Campers and Emergency Backup Power
You never know what life is going to throw your way. Whether your property runs on solar power, wind power, water power, the power company grid, or a combination you should expect something to happen regardless of how well you design your power system or how well the power company has provided power in the past. […]
Alternative Energy Sources For The Homestead Part Three – Water Power
Off-grid living will give you a life of security and freedom that few experience today.
You will be living a sustainable life; a life where you are producing more than you consume. A life where you are not dependent on outside resources because you create your own resources. An environmentally responsible life that uses renewable sources to create energy.
But when you’re not getting your electricity from a power company, or the ‘power grid,’ where do you begin?
For many, this might seem daunting. But you have options. Solar and wind power are an option many choose, but they can often be inconsistent. With micro-hydro systems or water power, you don’t have that volatility. Water generally runs throughout the day, regardless of the time of day or weather conditions outside. If you have the right resources on your property, you can produce large quantities of electricity.
Perfect for off-grid living. Ready to get started?