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Going Off-Grid: Developing our off-grid power system

Posted on May 29, 2015 by carishumaker

We live in the Pacific NW.  We are planning on solar power, which is definitely a risk in this weather.  We knew we were going to, eventually, add in a small hydro system.  We have a spring fed creek, it’s … Continue reading →

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Developing Our Off Grid Water System

Posted on May 21, 2015 by carishumaker

We are well on our way with our Off-Grid plans for our property.  We’ve designed our gravity water system.  This is a 2 part system.  This is part 1.  Here is a picture of our potable, fresh water spring.  It’s … Continue reading →

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