We Put in an Unpermitted Septic Tank

We Put in an Unpermitted Septic Tank

Offgrid homes need septic systems and permits can be costly. So we put in an unpermitted septic tank to cut the cost. This is part 1 of the septic system. Part 2 will cover the leach field. This work was done in 2014. County Permit Standards for a Septic Tank Permit...
Homestead Water System Tour

Homestead Water System Tour

Today’s “Homestead Water System Tour” video begins with the motorhome water hookup and ends at the water tank. You could look at pictures, or you could enjoy the experience of walking the lines and climbing the mountain with me and my former husband...
Starting the Homestead Water System

Starting the Homestead Water System

When you begin a homestead, you are going to need a water system. In today’s post, I will share how we got our water from the creek and a spring. You can watch the video and then I will have more detail here in the blog and pictures not included in the video. If...
Moving Into Our Metal Building

Moving Into Our Metal Building

Moving into our two-story-high and 1000 square-foot metal building was like moving into a warehouse.  This was the beginning of our new life. Arrival at Our Homestead After a very long trip, we arrived at our homestead on Aug 8, 2012, with my husband, at the time,...
Homesteading Advice for the Reluctant Spouse

Homesteading Advice for the Reluctant Spouse

Note: I receive a commission from all affiliate links. In a perfect world, a husband and wife will both reach the conclusion that they need to homestead and begin a new life on their own land. But, what can convince the spouse that is reluctant with homesteading? My...
On the Move to the Homestead

On the Move to the Homestead

This post will cover the long-distance move to the homestead with moving at night, moving with pets, and how to stay awake without coffee for the long drive. There will be a video at the end of this post showing a slide show of more pictures of the trip we took in...