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Off-Grid Homesteading
Off Grid Air Conditioning And The Inverter That Powers Them
I love living off grid, generating my own power from solar. But it comes with a price. Instead of just plugging things in without giving it a second thought, being off grid means I have to seriously consider what electrical power load I’m asking my system...
Worm Farming On The Off Grid Homestead
Let’s talk about growing worms. If you have never thought of worm farming before, don’t be disgusted or intimidated by these little critters - they are actually very useful, especially for a homestead! Worm farms, or vermicomposting, convert leftover food scraps into...
Are Rabbits High or Low Maintenance
Rabbits are known to be one of the best animals to raise on the homestead. They can provide a reliable source of meat, produce nutritious manure that your plants will love, and can even keep the grass down. But how much work does it really take to raise...
Can You Run a Fridge on a Car Battery
There is nothing worse than losing all your groceries due to a power outage. Luckily there are ways to work around even the worse blackouts. Even if you don’t have a generator, you can keep your fridge running smoothly with your car battery. To run a fridge off...
The Best Way To Clean Your Solar Panels
Dust, dirt, and grime building up on your solar panels? Even in a rainy location like East Hawai’i, rainwater is not enough to keep my solar panels clean. They regularly get caked in dirty grime, even with 150” of rain per year. To clean your solar panels,...
Common Garden Pests of Hawaii
A well cared for garden will provide you with a wealth of tasty and nutritious produce throughout the year. Your garden is a little ecosystem in itself, with a wealth of creatures living and thriving from large animals to insects, to microscopic bacteria. A lot...
Month To Month In The Tropical Garden
