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We’re Transforming an Abandoned Land in Spain into a Homestead (One Step at a Time)

1 minute We are transforming an abandoned land we bought in Spain into a thriving homestead. This finca will become our off-grid home. But before this happens there are many projects that need to be done. On this article we will: Explore the land, expand an IBC platform, build an outdoor shower, deliver roof sheets, fix a broken generator, start repairing the well, and much more. Lets get to it 🙂 Transforming an Abandoned Land into a Homestead Watch the video: On this video… Continue→

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Portable Solar Power System: Green Energy, Anytime, Anywhere

6 minutes This week we are testing the new portable solar power system we received from ALLPOWERS. This equipment will help us carry out important projects on our Spanish farm. Problem Basically, we started building the water system using IBC totes. Because they are dirty, we need to wash them with pressure water. Since there is no electricity on the farm, I bought a petrol generator, to power the pressure washer. Unfortunatelly, the petrol generator is not working. Up to this point, we have Continue→

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Living Off The Grid: A Simple Guide to a Self-Sustainable Life

4 minutes In the hustle and bustle of modern life, the idea of living off the grid has become increasingly attractive to many people, specially in these uncertain times. Choosing this lifestyle involves adapting to an independent and self-sufficient life without being connected to electricity or water. Life off the grid will allow you to not only live a simpler life, but at the same time it will connect you back to nature. When we bought our abandoned land in Spain we have to Continue→

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We Are Upgrading the Water System of Our Spanish Farm

4 minutes This week we are upgrading the water system on our Spanish farm. With this upgrade the water delivery will become much easier. Problem Since we started restoring the Finca, we have been transporting water and delivering it in small quantities by hand, which has become a significant challenge. Now that we’re spending more time working on various projects at our abandoned farm in Spain, the need to upgrade the water system has become essential. This upgrade is about ensuring a self-sustainable and Continue→

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Astrocartography: Find Your Best Locations in the World

3 minutes Astrocartography, also known as relocation astrology, is a fascinating branch of astrology that maps the planetary influences unique to you in different locations around the world. If you’re planning to live off the grid, this simple guide will help you understand the basics of astrocartography and how to read an astro map so you can find the best piece of land in your best location. What is Astrocartography? Basically, it is a system that reveals optimal locations on Earth based on your Continue→

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Revitalizing Off Grid Life: Small Projects & Big Comfort

1 minute This week we are doing some improvements around our Spanish farm. Off grid life has its unique set of challenges, but the journey to transform our abandoned Spanish farm into a comfortable homestead has been incredibly rewarding. Our latest off grid projects focuses on small improvements that bring significant comfort to our daily lives. From building an outdoor seating area with a cozy roof shelter to setting up an efficient and low-cost water system, every small project we undertake brings us closer Continue→

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Permaculture Garden: A Beginner’s Guide to Harvesting Abundance

4 minutes Permaculture garden is an eco-friendly method that supports sustainable food production by mimicking natural ecosystems, like in a forest. With its emphasis on regenerating the land, permaculture allows you to cultivate your own food and harvesting abundance while enriching the soil. What Is Permaculture? Permaculture is a holistic design system created in 1978 by David Holmgren and Bill Mollison, emphasizing the creation of self-sustaining ecosystems that integrate plants, animals, and humans in mutually beneficial relationships. The goal is to regenerate the land, Continue→

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We Have Running Water on Our Abandoned Farm in Spain

4 minutes After planning, designing and building the first stage of the off grid water system for our abandoned farm in Spain, we finally have running water. It all started two years ago, whe we bought an abandoned land with the vision of turning it into a thriving self-sufficient homestead. We had no running water, no shelter, no electricity and not even a toilet, just endless possibilities and a lot of work ahead. Before doing anything, we had to solve the main basic need, which Continue→

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We Are Moving Our Off Grid Tiny House to a New Location

4 minutes In 2022, we purchased an abandoned land in Spain with the dream of turning it into a thriving homesteading. Before we can make our dream a reality, we had to make an important decision: Where will we live while we wait for the building permit to restore our stone house? This article is about the adventure of moving our off grid tiny house from the UK to our abandoned land in Spain. First Camping Attempt We initially thought about building a simple Continue→

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Going Off Grid: Embracing Independence, Self-Reliance and Sustainability

8 minutes In a crazy world significantly dependent on corporations, the idea of going off grid and becoming independent, self-reliant and self-sufficient becomes increasingly attractive. This lifestyle, characterized by disconnection from utility services such as water and electricity, and a commitment to self-sufficiency, appeals to those looking to live a simple and free life. So, in this article we will explore some of the motivations, challenges and benefits of going off grid, and shed some light into what it takes to truly follow this Continue→