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A foodies paradise! Vendors from all over the city gather and locals relish in the wonderful smells and taste.
Fortunately, we don't have hurricanes but we do have some pretty stormy weather! To date, we haven't lost any electricity or gas but if so I guess a little candle would come in handy!!
Our Daily Challenge ~ Off The Grid ....
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On the shore of Lake Superior, at Silver Islet, Ontario, Canada. You cannot be lonely here, for, here, you are alone.
The golden light of the setting sun casts a warm glow over the rugged mountains and flowing dunes, creating a breathtaking contrast between stone and sand. The landscape tells a tale of time, where wind and erosion have sculpted an ever-changing masterpiece of nature’s artistry. A place of solitude, mystery, and boundless beauty.
The wind carrying the crisp scent of the tundra whispered against the canvas as the sun finally dipped below the rugged, rocky horizon of Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park. Perched like a solitary pearl against a sea of ancient, weathered stone, the yurt offered a sanctuary of warmth in the vast Nunavut wilderness. Inside, the crackle of the small heater and the soft glow of a lantern blurred the line between rugged exploration and pure comfort.
As the midnight sun gave way to deep, ethereal twilight, the sheer scale of the Arctic landscape settled into a profound, breathtaking silence—a moment of absolute stillness where the rest of the world simply faded away.
Custom Lindal Cedar Home in Colorado. The Marciantes built this completely "off the grid" home with Majestic Peaks Custom Homes.
Also check out the Flickr gallery for Majestic Peaks Custom Homes for hundreds more photographs of homes built by this local Lindal Cedar Homes dealer in Colorado!
The internet unravelled. Systems collapsed. Within days, the digital world vanished—no signals, no power, no fuel. Money, wages, pensions: gone. Transport ground to a halt. Yet, in the chaos, people endured. This series captures the resilience of those left to navigate a world stripped bare of technology
Once a hive of industry, now owned by the National Trust
Gibson Mill is situated on a remote site within Hardcastle Crags near to Hebden Bridge. Built in around 1800, it was one of the first mills of the Industrial Revolution. The addition of the weaving shed in 1840 led to the production of cotton cloth until 1890. At the turn of the century, it started a new life as an Entertainment Emporium with roller skating and tea dances until 1940 when it fell into ruin. The National Trust acquired it in 1950.
Ten years ago, the restoration of Gibson Mill began as a means to create a fully sustainable 'Off the Grid' building, offering a cafe facility and visitor centre telling the story of the history of the mill and surrounding area. It has operated since then without a connection to the outside world for energy, water and waste: it is the National Trust's only property which is 100% renewable.
For Our Daily Challenge - Off the Grid
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ODC -Off The Grid
I have been through a few blackouts myself. One time in New Mexico our power was off for several hours so we used candles, matches, lighters, flashlights and lamps.
We live somewhere down the road from the middle of nowhere, but every once in a while, the traffic just starts to pile up. Our neighbor came over to drop off a DVD she edited for us, and while we were talking, up comes FedEx with an overnight letter. While she is talking with the FedEx guy, up comes UPS with some boxes for easter...
About the only other time we have this many vehicles in close proximity to our house is the couple of times we've invited folks over for parties. Taken from the roof.
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Leonard built Salvation Mountain to convey his message of "God is Love." He 's been working on the mountain for over 30 years. He lives on site, in a painted truck without electricity and running water. He's always at the mountain and will give you a guided tour when you visit.
Leonard was recently featured in Sean Penn's film Into the Wild.
Amish barn in winter in Mecosta County, Michigan, USA [No property release; editorial licensing only]
An earthship is a home that is composed of natural and recycled materials. They are off the grid, utilize solar power, are built somewhat into the ground to help regulate temperature, collect water from rain, and are pretty much self sustaining constructions. This particular earthship also had a greenhouse inside that housed plantlife, turtles, birds, and fish. There were chickens in the backyard, too. It also had 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a waterfall, fireplace, and full kitchen. .There is a collection of these earthships out in that region North-West of Taos, New Mexico. As far as I could see in every direction was desert and mountains (Sangre de Cristo). The community is called the Greater World Earthship Community.
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I didn't know that they had a hostel when we came here and I was curious about it. This is the entrance to the hostel. Notice the inviting razor wire greeting you as you arrive. There was a sign saying they were open, but it was kind of hard to get through the locked gate and razor wire.
I looked at some pictures and read some reviews of the place and most people had nice things to say about the hostel environment. For only $30 you can get a place to sleep for the night. If you do stay here, you have to remember you are off the grid and they don't have all the normal amenities. No running water, flush toilets, or on grid electricity.
You have a community outdoor shower, porta potties, and a shared outdoor cooking area. You will be sleeping in an old camper that probably can't be put on the road again. Sound inviting, then get onto the air bnb site and reserve a room.
A mom, living off the grid in the NM mountains 1971.
I am in awe of the courage of mothers everywhere... to take on all they do. My own mom raised 4 kids, while working full time; with my dad away in the military. She did it with such love, good humor and joy, I am still amazed by it.
Some time back I had a broken shoulder and was forced to ride a bus everyday to physical therapy for about 6 months. I saw several of the same people on the bus daily; a few of them were single mothers working two jobs. It took me about 2 hours daily to go to and from my therapy and I lived only 3 or 4 miles away. I had no idea how these courageous and hard working moms could take the bus to 2 jobs and still manage a family, all alone... It completely floors me: the strength and courage it takes to do that.
This young mom pictured feeding her child above, was a university grad, a registered nurse from the Northeast and she ditched it all to build and live in an adobe house on the edge of a national forest with her baby and husband, completely off the grid. No electricity, no phone. They raised their own food, made their own way, lived simply and joyfully, completely separate from the world they left. They traded with their few neighbors; sold whatever they had in surplus to buy any extras they needed and did quite well, I'm told.
It was a hard and courageous thing to do; but this woman thought it was best for her and her family at that time. She had choices, she had made her way in society before; but she chose this path, despite the hardship. I was merely a visitor, impressed not only with their strength of character and willingness to take full responsibility for themselves, but also with how relaxed and joyful they were about the physically difficult life they chose... I have rarely seen a happier family. It surely wouldn't be for everyone, but they did it for some years, as I understand it. I wish I knew what became of them. now. But somehow, I know they did just fine.
One of so many courageous Moms I have known.
Thank you: Mothers; all of you, where ever you are, for all your love and courage bringing us all through this difficult life, the best that you can.
The internet unravelled. Systems collapsed. Within days, the digital world vanished—no signals, no power, no fuel. Money, wages, pensions: gone. Transport ground to a halt. Yet, in the chaos, people endured. This series captures the resilience of those left to navigate a world stripped bare of technology