For the past few weeks or so, I have probably spent 15-20 hours researching methods of getting “off the grid”, and powering our own electricity needs via numerous sustainable methods. Of the various methods, there are hydro powered systems, numerous wind utilization methods, and, of course, solar collection methods. Now, while we actually do… » read more

When we moved here in December of 2007, I had an idea of what we wanted to do. i just had no idea what I was getting myself into. I guess it was around February I opened my big mouth & said, “You know, I would like to plant a garden!”. I never got around… » read more