In the first part of the 2 part series, Jackie shares more about our relationship with our pet/working dogs. They are invalualable for remote off the grid living when there's livestock involved.. Good Dogs Living in a remote area with ...
Monthly Archives: January 2010
Power Budgets [2]: Simple Calculations Fast
In this series, I’ll cover several important topics surrounding a power or energy budget. What they are, the benefits of having one (especially off grid), and how to create one. Finally the series will conclude with real measurements and an online form for you to get ...
a surefire way to create delays
Don't you just hate it when you loose something of value? Especially when that loss means a lot more work and a greater delay getting home? Last night we had one ...
3 reasons for off grid software choices
When it comes to computers, everyone seems to think "their" program, Operating System, or hardware is the best. These ideas are often formed from years of experience. Not being one to shy away from and occasional soapbox, I offer my experience here for your ...
Chicken Herding, Livestock Guarding Dog
Dogs are normally an important part of any remote farm or ranch. Good working dogs are vital because they provide extra pairs of eyes and ears, outside, many hours a day. When you have any kind of livestock, be it sheep, goats, or chickens, the right dogs can help prevent loss from predators. Over our ...
Power Budgets [1]: What Everyone Should Know
In this series, I'll cover several important topics surrounding a power or energy budget. What they are, the benefits of having one (especially off grid), and how to create one. Finally the series will conclude with real measurements and an online form for you to get ...
Solar Voltage Choices, Regret, and MPPT
Wouldn't it be great if you were able to make the right decision the first time you were presented with a choice? You would have the confidence to say, "double my order, I'll be using this a long time!" Unfortunately life is not that simple, and ...
Managed Expectations for Satellite Internet
Just a quick note here. Too often folks get shiney new Internet connections over a Satellite service and are disappointed. If you are thinking about this option, please see the article I just published, "Top 3 Cautions About Signing Up For Satellite and Internet Service" We're having an above freezing warm spell today ...
what works: winter supplies and cargo sled
Our cargo sled, many years of use and abuse, many memories. Like the time I was goofing off on it while Jackie drove, and I fell off in the snow. Jackie didn't look back much and stopped for me a mile later. The times we slowly hauled 6 people on it to go sledding. Anyway, ...
Deep Cycle Batteries [1] Living in End of Life
In this series we'll learn about replacing deep cycle batteries and reconfiguring them to squeeze the most life out of this valuable resource. "eennt! eennt! eennt!" The inverters warn of low battery voltage. "Its your turn for the generator today!" One ...
