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Going Off-Grid ‘Starting From Scratch’ PART 4 Water Supply

Photo: Laura Simpson © 2014 – Lakes, streams and ponds provide potential water sources as well as fish In this series, we are considering the very basic steps that would allow anyone with average skills and the requisite adventuresome disposition, to successfully establish an ‘off-grid’ homestead. Going off-grid requires some of the same ‘spirit’ that …

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How To Be Self-Reliant With Passive Income

I’d argue that the American dream today has changed from a “rags to riches” type story to a world in which Americans, as a whole, seem to want to work less and earn more. But is this even possible? To those slaving away for 40+ hours each week for a set salary, while companies get …

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Self Reliance 101: Learn How to Spot a Bargain

If you want to become self-reliant, one of the best ways to do so is to become a bargain shopper. In fact, lots of shoppers these days only buy things when they are on sale or marked down. But, when is a “deal” a good one? That is the true question! Learn how to spot …

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Being Self Sufficient: How big of a backyard do you need to live off the land?

Being Self Sufficient. How big of a backyard to you need to live off the land? With spring in the air and gardening, landscaping and planting on the mind we came across this image. Here is a fun infographic to illustrate how much land you need to live off and be self sufficient. Do you …

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