I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

Dome Guys - Private living dome in California, constructed in 2007. This living space has green long-life cover, a bay window, and interior walls, which create separate rooms. This dome is off-the-grid.

Pictured: Bathroom

Dome Guys - Private living dome in California, constructed in 2007. This living space has green long-life cover, a bay window, and interior walls, which create separate rooms. This dome is off-the-grid.

Pictured: Solar exhaust fan, interior

Tan roof, terra cotta walls, buff valance

Not just a "Mansion," this is the "Imperial Mansion." The "Imperial" part means it's got the iconic panoramic windows on both sides.

Dome Guys - Private living dome in California, constructed in 2007. This living space has green long-life cover, a bay window, and interior walls, which create separate rooms. This dome is off-the-grid.

Pictured: Wood-burning stove

We really couldn't have done this project without the 3rd Hand HD braces by Coastal Tool (they're only $35 each).

Here's Ed taking careful measurements during the demo phase. Ed would go on to design, fabricate, and install the new interior of the '53IM.

Fucking delicious.

i am taking a break for a while

i need to plant

&

i need to paint

&

i don't seem to have enough time

i will still continue with 365days

but the pictures will be private

until may,

if you like,

as always,

you can view this project at fastforward30years

i will miss all the support i get here

:(

(thank you all)

but i will be back soon

:)

more about this decision

(and you will see me "here & there" occasionally

visiting you all for inspiration

i don't intend to throw the baby out with the bath water,

i just need some time

some space

and maybe

some sleep

and this is the only way i can see to accomplish this)

the march diptychs

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

Blister live at the Pyramid Atlantic Art Center, Silver Spring MD 11may13. Part of the OFF THE GRID festival no.5, curated by Jason Mullinax & DC Sonic Circuits. Photo by Hawkins/Intangible Arts.

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

Long shot of the walnut panel strips being installed by Ed.

Discover and explore gems around you with At-Hand Guides. See www.DayTripsAtHnad.com and www.AtHandGuides.WordPress.com

Lelu pier gazes out into the North Pacific.

A moment of fireside rest after setting camp for the night, up river within the Tumucumaque National Park.

Bahama Beach Club Resort, Treasure Cay Promo

Long shot of the '53IM with all the birch panels in place. Note the original "forehead" cabinetry... these were the only components of the original woodworking that we could salvage, due to extensive water damage.

Off the Grid food trucks, illuminated benches, and festive holiday garlands decorate the landscape of the 2017 Winter Walk.

Insulation, plywood backing, & high-grade birch ply... the secret to success.

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

We used a combination of Styrofoam sheets (2 layers) coupled with that silvered "bubble-wrap" insulation you see @ the big box stores.

World famous photographer Catherine Opie shot our trailers for our organization's SweetSixteen fundraiser. Limited edition prints of this image are available on our website at www.sidestreet.org/16.

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

Camping on a river island offers an evening of respite from wandering critters.

I'm working on a project called Sustainable Howe Sound with the David Suzuki Foundation (sustainablehowesound.ca/).

From the website we're building... "Life in the waters of Howe Sound is rebounding after decades of harm from industrial activity. Planning for the future is the best way to protect the sound’s wildlife and communities. Sustainable Howe Sound is a platform for individuals and groups who share a commitment to protect Howe Sound. The end goal is a plan for land and marine environments guided by public and expert input.".

Our first visit was to Camp Firmcom (fircom.ca/) on Gambier Island. Check out the interview and photos! :)

sustainablehowesound.ca/stories/connection/

(on assignment for David Suzuki Foundation)

I was lucky enough to tag along with my mother and visit one of her friend's amazing house and garden. Extremely well kept (army of servents ensure that, I even saw them hand mowing the lawn blade by blade) and super luxurious. This place would be expensive in any country. However completely sustainable. Totally off the grid with solar power and a garden that produces all the fruit and vegetables required.

Read more about this historic Paris library, founded in 1757, here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biblioth%C3%A8que_de_l%27Arsenal

For a number of years in my career as a librarian, I was a cataloger. When I started in cataloging, the generation of catalog cards for the card catalog was the daily work. But in time, my work changed to the "person who helped kill card catalogs" as new online systems developed. So it was sweet to see this card catalog today.

Off the grid - Our Daily Challenge

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I was lucky enough to tag along with my mother and visit one of her friend's amazing house and garden. Extremely well kept (army of servents ensure that, I even saw them hand mowing the lawn blade by blade) and super luxurious. This place would be expensive in any country. However completely sustainable. Totally off the grid with solar power and a garden that produces all the fruit and vegetables required.

Man (40) stacking wood at the cottage wood pile in winter.

With the walls and central ceiling panels up, that left only the corner radii. The plan was simple: pop the 1/8" birch ply into place, and use the edges of the ceiling and wall panels as foot-holds to expedite the process... but how can you jam 1/8" ply into a corner without cracking it? It's all about even pressure (and a big cardboard tube).

John of Del Popolo checks his oven.