For most people, the idea of moving off grid conjures up images of doing laundry by hand or storing food in some kind of underground cellar. That may work for some of you, but I’m not willing to take it that far. Having the convenience of a...
For years I have been living off grid with Solar Hot Water Heaters as a primary source for heating water. Through the cold winters of Vermont to months of rain in Hawai’i, I have used Solar Hot Water Heaters in some pretty adverse conditions. If you...
People are drawn to the idea of living off-grid for many reasons, to reduce their environmental impact, to be self-sufficient or simply to have a simple life! But the main motivator is often the idea of living debt free and financially independent. If you set yourself...
Off-grid living highly values using natural and readily available resources. The most abundant of which being rainwater. Hawaii, being a tropical climate, has its fair share of precipitation across the year, a valuable resource ready to be harnessed! Setting up a...
Green, leafy vegetables are hardy and easy to grow plants. They make great additions to the understory areas of your food forest and provide beautiful and edible ground cover. Greens make up a vital part of a healthy diet and have unlimited health benefits for your...
Herbs are the unsung heroes of the garden. When we think of gardening to fill our plates, we first think of leafy greens, root crops and fruits! Incorporating herbs into your food forest will open up a whole world of possibilities for preparing and flavoring the food...
