Some common questions I’ve been getting: 1) property taxes. Of course I have to pay them. When you live rural they are much cheaper. I have a simple cabin that has no plumbing, septic, electric, etc… so that is much cheaper as well. 2) health insurance. Don’t have it and don’t want it. My health insurance is that I eat real food and stay active and happy. I have cash set aside if I get injured. Haven’t had “health insurance” for years. The system is designed to keep you enslaved to the system. 3) off grid and on TH-cam. The grid is the electrical grid. I am not tied to it, therefore I am off grid. I have a small solar setup, use an outhouse for a toilet. Off grid doesn’t mean you live out in the middle of nowhere and never have contact with society. I did that for awhile though. The point of this video is to show people who are unhappy with the rat race/city life that this is an option. You can do it if you want to. It takes far less money, and is just a healthy, low stress, great way to live in my opinion. Its not for everybody but it’s worked out great for me. Thanks for watching!
While there is plenty to legitimately criticize about the health care system, it is certainly not designed to keep you "enslaved" to it. Modern medicine, despite its warts, is one of the greatest achievements in human history. My dad is still living on his own at 90 years old. Without modern medicine he would have died when his appendix ruptured 55 years ago. Talented surgeons operated and saved him. Without modern medicine I would have grown up without a father.
@@davidlenz6309 that’s incredible. There is plenty of good and plenty of bad. We can do amazing things today and can save a lot of lives that would have been lost. It’s a calculated risk not having health insurance. I’m in my 20s, eat great, stay active. I just feel it’s not worth having for me in my situation. I know an 82 year old man that lives similarly and he says if you don’t go to the doctor you’ll find there’s nothing wrong with you. That’s a stretch of course but there is some truth to that. And they push wayyy too many meds nowadays.
#2 so true.. same here eat clean and you are good. i plan to live off grid to as well but since im a youtuber i wonder how i can get by with having no/bad internet connection
I’m 65. I started living off grid 2 years ago. I love it. That said my family thinks that I’m touched in the head. No matter what the weather is outside, I look out and see the beauty all around me. And that brings me peace that they don’t have.
@@TheMiaOrange Finding land is hard. Affordability was one of my biggest challenge. After that away into the property, (roads) water, can I grow crops, will it hold livestock. All important things to look for. My property can do most of that, but water. I need a well, but the cost is beyond what I can afford. In the winter I can use snow for all my needs, but summer is another story. If I had to do it again I would look for water. I will set up rainwater catchment system, but it will have to be taken down in winter. Many things to think about.😵
I am a young black man from the Bronx New York and I am so ready to follow the footsteps of you sir. The fact that you don’t have to rely on some corrupt entity to live your life is Beautiful…
same, the thought of waking up an not worrying about jobs or money or societal BS sounds so refreshing. I currently slave away 40plus hours a week as a mechanic just to barely keep my nose above water. I cant tell you how many times Ive just wanted to pack it all up an take the risk. I know homesteading has all kinda of skills an research involved but man I hope to get there one day.
@@godisgreat418damn I would have said I'm a young Asian male from Brooklyn...... But life is truly passing in a blink of an eye. Now I'm 44 😂. I think what I've learned is that you and I (since you're from NYC too)....we were bred in basically a dog mill, but for humans. We're all skittish and anxious all the time. NYC does take a toll on people
I am an old man that can tell you for sure you have truly figured things out correctly. For a young man you are wise beyond your years. Do what makes you feel fulfilled and you will never have regrets.
Wait until the guy has kids and he realized he needs the grid and the city to raise them right. What kid wants to live in a cabin while everyone else lives in a modern home. Selfishness at its finest! Thats what you call having it all figured out?
@@Africanslam Winters in the snow, warming fires if the stone fireplace every night in the winter months.... not that is living! No cranky old elites to put up with.
I plan to retire at the end of 2025 at 62 after 36 years in Telecom as a sales engineer. My wife will retire in May 2026 and she's loving life! But walking away from a good income stream and building the nest egg to living from the nest egg is a scary proposition couple with the alarming recession and CPI report
I feel your pain mate, as a fellow retiree, I'd suggest you look into passive index fund investing and learn some more. For me, I had my share of ups and downs when I first started looking for a consistent passive income so I hired an expert advisor for aid, and following her advice, I poured $30k in value stocks and digital assets, Up to 200k so far and pretty sure I'm ready for whatever comes.
My advice: for newbies to grow financially this year, invest. Saving is good, but investing elevates your finances. Why newbie make huge losses on trade is because investing without proper guidance can lead to mistakes and losses. that will stop you from trading, this has been one of the biggest problem to new traders, I've learned this from my own experience
I have worked with a few financial advisors before now but i ultimately settled for 'Annette Christine Conte'. She is SEC regulated and licensed in US. You can easily look her up
I’m 54. Been on my own property & off grid for the last 25 months. Building my own house right now. Wish I would have done this sooner. It’s not easy, it’s hard work, but man…mentally, physically, spiritually…never been better. It’s phenomenal.
I’m from your dad’s generation. It took my entire working life to finally buy some land and build a recreational property in the Ozark hills. You can’t believe how many times I’ve mentioned that I should’ve done this earlier. A lot earlier. You’re a brilliant man to have listened to your heart. Well done. And by the way, I have learned a great deal from your channel.
I'm 26 and me and my wife moved out to alaska and built our own house a year and a half ago. We live a two hour drive to the nearest gas station or grocery store. We absolutely love our new life
It helped that my wife had a background in engineering and I had a dad who raised me around the trades. But building our own house really was the best thing we ever did. Can't wait to do more
I have SO many questions! Lol How do you deal with food and plan ahead? Do you have kids? Any power outages outthere? Where in Alaska? What would you say the biggest 'set back or hardship' of your journey. I ask the biggest set back because I do realize the benifits...but would like to know ty
For a young man, you're very smart to listen to your heart and act on it. A lot of people dream this life style, but they never actually take that first step.
@@LoweDistortion sort of. Basically he's saying the way you'll know you're following your path is when your heart and mind are operating on the same plane
@@LoweDistortionu need to have a view with the mind and check it with the heart Which inherit your values The mind just give input the Heart checks for responses
I’m 24 and my fiancé and I just purchased a homestead on the other side of Canada, we are moving out there in a month and couldn’t be more excited to start working towards a comfortable level of self sufficiency. We aren’t meant to live in cities all crammed together
@@watchman9198 we purchased 1.5 acres with a 2 bed 1 bath house with rain water collection, septic and power for 245k. It’s 35 minutes from Halifax. After 2 years we will rent that place out and purchase more rural raw land
Some are so brainwashed by society colonialism..gotta have it all to compete...time for introspection..are y'all happy with pressures you can literally do without... It takes balls to do this, hard work, dedication and a diff mindset..few are capable but could be...
@@sicilyny5375I stay away from the people who will in concrete jungle big sky scrapers living depressed life and miserable lives they never leaving the comfort npc zone
Living off grid is amazing. Lots of folks say they can't cause they have kids. We lived in a tent for three months while we built out cabin. Me, my wife, and two boys are out here doing it. The biggest hang up to people getting out and doing it though is the lack of basic trade skills these days. Most people want a white collar computer or office based job. Working with your hands is becoming more and more valuable every day.
My Grandfather(born 1889-Idaho)did the same thing you are doing. Bought a piece of land, built(himself) small house. Wood stove-In later years they had a gas refrigerator. Hand dug a well. Heated with firewood . Most of their food they raised. When we were kids we would visit them.They had a modern house in the valley by then but we ALWAYS begged to go to the ranch and live in the old ranch house. Grandfather would play the violin, Grammy would read aloud from books(often Zane Grey)by kerosene light. He would tell us stores by the fireplace. Often Mark Twain and Russian folk stories. Grammy would tell us about our Genealogy and how she lived growing up. If we were lucky they would sing a couple songs. They had no debts. You and your Wife are exceptional people! Your children are lucky.
I'm 58 and I think you're ahead of the crowd young man. You're going to have a really good life if we can keep everything under control. You got it figured out.
I’ve never really thought about the pace of life that we live being the root cause of anxiety and depression but I do think you have hit the nail on the head! When you have grown up living in constant mayhem and non-stop action you think it’s the norm. I don’t think mankind was created to live this way. You have a great point!
we’re basically the human equivalent of cows/pigs caged up in those industrial farms. It’s hilarious how “advanced” or cool us city people tend to think ourselves.
Society does not care about you, so don't care about society and look after your own , you've done the best thing a person could of done! The world has become toxic , I'm 34 , if the land in my country was more available to build my own homestead I would have! Well done! Respect from Wales!
I'm 14 and this has been my dream for 3 years. I'm just saving and waiting for the day I turn 18 and can actually start. Thank you for this video, it was amazing 😊
I think a lot of people have the wrong impression about what living “off the grid” means. It’s just that, normal living, only disconnected from utilities, therefore it’s still regular living doing what’s necessary to replace reliance on the grid with self sufficient methods. This is going to sound a bit weird, but I think a lot of people here in the comments are adding their own perception of the causation, as in the reason or intent behind the lifestyle, rather than understanding it is simply living the lifestyle necessary to be disconnected from the grid. No, there are no rules. No, it doesn’t mean you’re amish, or religious, or a doomsday prepper, or any of the other possible reasons that other groups may live what seems to be in similar fashion. Off grid living is living a lifestyle that fills the necessities normally satisfied by the grid in a self sufficient manner. That’s it. The rest is up to you. This is why he stated that this video is about WHY he does it. Because although it should be simple, people assume the motivations of other similar lifestyles onto him because he lives outside a city and does things for himself. In short, drop the prejudices, people, and listen to what the man is saying.
I've spent the last 13 years working towards this lifestyle myself. Learning skills, and searching for property across the country. I FINALLY bought land in another province a couple months ago, and I'm heading out to it in 2 weeks to build the temporary structure to live in until I get my house built (which is very likely going to be nearly identical to yours). Unfortunately I didn't learn about this way of life until after I had bought a house in town. It's surprising how difficult it is to get out from under the life that society tells us we are supposed to be living.
You can sell your house in town with enough money left over to purchase some land out in the woods!! Don't worry about what friends and family think!! Do what you want!!
In the UK and own a house but i want to live in more of a hybrid way. The idea is to keep working my stressfree job that i enjoy, downsize my house to something small and easy maintenance plus buy a small woodland. We can't live on raw land here easily so i would build a simple cabin for "storage and welfare" then spend summers fulltime in the woodland offgrid and winters in the house. If i manage to get the land close to my home and work then i can come and go as is necessary.
This is inspiring. As someone from the city I never knew this was possible. I was programmed in the matrix. I want out,and I want this. I'm 33. Hope I can make this happen. In my lifetime.
I was in the same boat. My wife and I currently live in the middle of the city with hardly any yard. We wanted out too. You can do it my friend. Treat your current living situation as a homestead classroom for the next year or so. We started by growing most of our produce in buckets. That will teach you a whole lot about gardening and it’s easy to maintain with very little space. Best food you’ll ever have and you’ll save money on groceries. We got 6 chickens and built a small coop from pallets and scrap wood on our back patio. We get half a dozen fresh eggs every single day and they’re amazing. We aren’t wealthy by any means but we found some cheap land in the Appalachian foothills. 7.5 acres with a stream, no zoning (very important) so we jumped on it. The biggest thing to remember is you’ll have to make some sacrifices and trust that they’ll pay off. I absolutely LOVED riding my Harley. I was actually riding it the day I met my wife and we rode that thing all over. It was like our thing. We decided to sell it and paid cash for a custom cabin shell. We work on it just about every weekend so we can get it finished and moved in full time. Anything we don’t have room for or don’t need is getting sold and used to pay for supplies and material. It feels overwhelming but you just gotta remember the reward. Minimize, make sacrifices, improvise, ask for help. When you finally get there you won’t miss about the matrix my friend. God bless you on your journey. I know you can do it!
@@ArmsnAcres Hey I really appreciate this advice man, lots of good stuff to unpack here. Thank you and I will definitely take heed. Best of luck to you and your wife. Good to know that it is possible. Onward. 🇺🇲
@@ArmsnAcres7.5 acres with a stream at the foothills of Appalachia sounds heavenly !!! You sound like the perfect husband, your wife is very fortunate!! I wish you two all the very best on your new property ❤
As a 68 year old woman who has been living completely off grid for two years, I couldn’t agree with you more. I do still have a cellphone, so I guess I’m not really 100% off grid. I raise ducks for eggs and goats for milk/cheese. I live in my RV and use solar for my power, have a well with solar pump for water. 5 gallon buckets for toilet, 12 volt system in the trailer is easily handled by the sun God provides. I love the physical labor aspect of it as it keeps me fit and strong. Good for you and all who are willing to come out of the world system. God is in control of my life and provides everything I need and makes this life possible.
Kuddos to you! Would love your goat butter and cheese recipe please? That's my dream is to have enough land to raise goats for breeding, meat, milk and cheese!
@@cheriep2959 I am protected by the Most High God Almighty, so not afraid of bears, wild boars, bobcats or people. I do have a wonderful guard dog that He sent me who keeps predators away from the ducks and goats. He has protected and provided for me in the most amazing ways since I have been here completely trusting in Him.
Well said Kyle! We did the same thing. We watched off grid TH-cam channels for a couple years and then we took a leap and now we’re off grid living our best life and making videos as well. Something is definitely “off” in the world.
I have lived in a large city for the majority of my life, but now that I have a cabin and land in the woods of wisconsin...I'll never look back, felt I wasted my life living in a big city now. And I understand some people are not able to do that. But for those who can you won't believe the difference. Better than any drug ever is too wake up on your own land,that feeling it gives you, your own little world. Truly amazing.
Been living out in the boonies for a while now, and I lived in the city for much of my young life. But you shouldn’t regret living in the city though, that experience gives us an appreciation of living out in the boonies more than if we grew up in it.
I love that feeling too. But I also love going to great restaurants, seeing live music/theater, going out with friends, watching a game down at the local pub, etc etc. My perfect balance is my 15.7 acres of land in the Hudson Valley of NY (with a very small cabin for now) and an apartment in NYC where I work my dream job. Best of both worlds for me but everyone is different.
Im starting very small. Im making my own compost in my backyard. Its already got me excited to have started learning. The more I learn about myself and this world, the more convinced I am that some people have to get out of the system or they will die. Im one of them.
I’m 17, almost 18 and I really think this is how I want to live my life. I grew up in the suburbs of north Texas and I loved it. When I was 14 me and my dad moved to Gainesville Texas. We always wanted to move to the country and we finally did. He passed away unexpectedly a few months into living there and sadly I had to move back to the suburbs with my grandparents. Ever since I felt lost. Didn’t have any motivation or purpose. He left me a good sized inheritance so I’m heavily debating to go buy 30-40 acres in Oklahoma or Arkansas and build a homestead. I could invest the rest and live so simple and free. No stress, no debt. Just living life how we were meant to be. Thanks for making this video.
So sorry you lost your father so early. I think he would want you to be happy. You are still young and have time to decide things, so if I were you, really take time to think about what you want out of life and go for it!
Take your time, get advice and go with your guy. Crucially don’t put all your eggs into one basket diversify invest some in your project some in other forms of investment that can give you a passive income like real estate or something. Get an education or apprenticeship never stop learning and growing and live an upright life believe in God and one day raise a family once you are ready. Good luck.
My parents in their late 50s decided to do this. Have a large plot of land, cabin set up like yours and their lives are just a constant project of tending to their domain, building it out and enjoying their freedom. I can see how much fulfillment it gives and IM JEALOUS
It's called genetic atavism. You should be very happy that neither the Nazis or Soviets prevailed because they both planned to cull atavistic individuals who could not be the material to create the new man 😂 (Also why they went after the Roma/Gypsies.).
3:00 Pro tip: put pallets under the wood. It will keep dry, and dry faster with air circulation under. Tested for 30-40 years. Stacked on the ground the bottom layer wtll absorbe moist and lose in energy.
That's what we do. I always thought that it just made sense. However, it gives the little rodents a sanctuary that my cats can't get to. We now have a Rat Terrier that is worth her weight in gold. She is "cleaning" this place up!
im 15 and my whole lif my parents have wanted me to become a doctor, which is something i do not want and ive always wanted to live off grid away from it all and seeing you living a simple and peacful life, has given me more hope to break free from my parents rules and choose my destiny
As a man of 33 years old I spent to much time trying to do the things my family wanted me to do aka pursuing a career field that was not my decision..don’t make the same mistake I did and try to live my life for everyone else..live your life the way YOU want you’ll be much happier
@@itsfurbwv thank you so much, after reading this, it gave me a new perspective on how I want to shape my life for myself and live my dream to the fullest. Thank you so much❤️
@@D-R-X-I I just have regret now that I’m old enough now to see how I was manipulated by my family to be what they wanted me to be & if I can save just one person from going through the same thing I did I try to give advice..I recommend you do what you like for a career, not what someone else likes ya know just live to be happy for you!
You both are inspiring to us, gives us hope for future generations to come back full circle. My husband and I have been married 39yrs, he just turned 60 yrs. old and I'm just a few days away from 58yrs old. We've been living a very simple homestead type life for over 30 yrs. now and have been debt free for almost 20 yrs. we heat with wood, cook on a wood cook stove in cool weather and over open fire or using a propane burner when hot. We raise all our beef, husband hunts, we raise poultry for meat and eggs, have dairy goats and a jersey dairy cow for milk and cream. The only expenses we have our very low and monitored power and natural gas bills, our yearly property taxes, vehicle and home insurance. My husband does work away from home (mainly at this point for health insurance) but has winters off for the most part. I will add that having health insurance as we age can be important and we have 5 yrs. until Medicare will be available for my husband, that is if it is even around in 5 yrs. Many people are upset and dismayed by the economy and inflation, while we see it, especially with animal feed, it isn't a huge concern due to our financial freedom. Keep sharing, you both are awesome, and we pray other young people will wake up and stop being slaves to the world and its influences.
I know it's probably strange to ask, but one worry I would have about this lifestyle is aging. How is it now that you're getting older? Do you have good savings or worry you won't be able to support yourself as things get more difficult?
@@wulergaming We have been debt free for over 19 yrs and have saved, plus we never fully expect to retire, we are people who like to be busy doing something and both our hobbies will afford us to make money at craft fairs and shows. We live with very low grid and will only need money for property taxes and insurance. We also find with aging that getting things like hay is becoming an issue but have friends who offer their help and we either pay them or have them over for supper and they are happy with that. We do know we will most likely downsize on animals in the next few years as well. Hope that answered your question.
I believe your more healthy then you think, living as you do is hard work. Also you eat natural fats with great protein and greens as well. Can't beat it !
I been offgridin since 2012. I started off strgglin then got cozy over the last couple. Youll become a carpenter, logger, mechanic. Electrician(solar) landscaper,doctor,vet,chef, and a plunber. I love it.
Kyle, you and Sierra are hard working and represent what America used to be. You are a talented carpenter and your cabin is very nice. I’m old enough to be your grandmother and I have watched your channel from the beginning because I wish I could have done what you are doing! Never let another person tell you that what you are doing is weird or odd, you are living your dream and that is great! You be blessed👍.
Very inspiring video. I have a son who built his own tiny house and his girl and him have had no real regrets about pulling back from the crazy, expensive, and unpredictable “world “ we all endure. Great job and all the best!!!!
As someone with an anxiety disorder and a wife with the same and depression, I agree with you 100%. Every time we get to our cabins, it all melts away. I could believe in this lifestyle and the values of simple living for that reason alone. There are so many more benefits, of course
I started a whole foods plant based way of eating from Dr. John McDougal's free website and noticed a huge decrease in anxiety and depression. Might be worth trying.
Thank you for that video! My husband and I are in our 60's and just recently started our off grid homesteading life. We couldn't be happier and less stressed. It has always been our dream to live this way and are excited to have the opportunity to pursue our dreams. You are so right about some people not understanding how you can live without indoor plumbing, but quite honestly I don't care what they think. When you think about how much water is wasted flushing toilets and going down the drain, we all need to live more sustainably and mindful of our natural resources.
I appreciate this man. I got no family and have been living on my own since 17. And I've really thought about this off grid living. I wanna work for myself and just survive with people who also wanna survive without being a slave. I'm so lost rn in life and just need to work towards that. You inspire me
...start praying & meditating and you will find yourself. Stay centered and focused on what you desire and always stay positive no matter what is going on around you. Keep your circle small and don't waste your time or attention on anyone or anything negative. Do you and make your dreams come true. You got this!!!
We are a 6 figure income couple and had very little saved and not much cash lying around the preverbal". '...don't have $500 for an emergency" that was us. The big thing was debt all kinds of it, cars mortgage (although our home isn't a high price one), student loans for our kids, and of course credit cards. One day we just got sick of being broke and went total scorched earth and became frugal overnight. Paid it all off, it took almost 5 years but now we have no debt and this year our savings rate is 50% on basically the same income that had us perpetually broke. So for us it is mainly staying out of debt and watching our spending, at first it was a real effort to save in our HISA and 401Ks but now it's actually fun watching our money grow. No car or vacation or neighborhood is worth being broke or financially unstable.
Facing your medicine can be difficult. However, with commitment, you'll ultimately reach a highly satisfying place. It's all about the actions you're willing to take.
I believe everyone could benefit from having a personal financial advisor. They can assist you in reaching your customized financial objectives at any point, ensuring you remain profitable.
This video is a year and some change old but it will never get old. Living away from people will extend your life. I can see the sky from where you were standing at the beginning of this video and believe me I understand. I looked towards the heavens when I lived in Maryland and it was not the same as if I were on my mother's land in Georgia. What a feeling when you are indeed in control of your life. May you live long and prosper, Kyle.
From city to country every year we traveled by train to visit granny, who lived simply, ruralGA, chewed tobacco, had chickens n pigs, chopped wood for an old potbelly stove, in a one room shanty shack, lived healthy 107 years! I’ve always admired how peaceful n serene her life was.
You’re 100% correct. I was about to make this same comment before reading yours. I’m a former-Navy Seabee and very familiar with living off the grid but finding a companion with the same mindset is nearly impossible to find. And I’m on wife number three…
I’m a woman who desires this and would like a Husband who wants to homestead I’m in the Midwest in the city n have chickens. I’m a single mom and just researching and looking into some land…
@@ClaudiaHill-ch1wv yeah there's lots of us!!! I have chickens and ducks I'm living rural. 18 miles from town I wish I were farther out though honestly. I have a garden I add a little to every year! I care for my elderly mother and my son so moneys tight right now but my goal is to eventually get solar power and start working on water storage soon. Its just me doing it alone so I unfortunately can't do a ton alone at once. Just doing a little as I can when I can. I'd also like to get rabbits soon!
I say do what makes you happy. I love the idea of simple living. There's a lot of stuff out there but to have everything paid off is stress free. Good for you Kyle mom and dad most be so proud of you. Love your content and your cabins.
I’m 21 and I aspire to live this life. You were right on the spot when you said not alot of people can live this way anymore. You gained a sub brother keep up the amazing content!
You guys are young and I understand, make sure you save some money 1st and get in the habit of not spending it unless you have to. You will be surprised how much $1 will work for you. 💪🏾💪🏾
@Hiraxy9 You are right , I had a friend who built his own tiny house and his girl and him have had no real regrets about pulling back from the crazy, expensive, and unpredictable “world “ we all endure. Funny thing is that people thought he was touched in the head .Hope all is well with you?
@@HollowDistrictstart small. Learn to garden in pots buckets, grow bags or if possible a community garden. Some towns/cities have a place you can garden for free. Or ask a neighbor, share the harvest. Some plants like squash, tomatoes, cucumbers you only need a couple plants. Green beans you want a 6 - 10 foot row and the same 2- 4 rows of sweet corn. And potatoes keep well so plant the same. A couple green bell pepper plants, a small row of peas or carrots. If you like a row of lettuce, or spinach. You can grow a bigger garden when you learn the basics. If you want to volunteer or share a space place an advertisement on you local for sale site on internet or a post at the grocery store billboard or at TSC billboard. Learn from a farmer, volunteer to help him to get knowledge.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO WAIT TO START building your future - here are just a few things you can do now. 1. to buy your land you'll need cash so don't spend money you earn or have already saved unless you absolutely have to !!! Save every penny you can on top of that. Enjoy being frugal. 2. Do not buy new cars or fancy gadgets, save your money and it will add up fast. 3. Get a second job if you can and save that money as well.. 4. live at home if you can 5. Do not eat out or drink or smoke or do any drugs - these things eat up your savings. 6 Start shopping at farmer markets, shop at used stores and flee markets and discount stores. Retrain your mind against waste. 7. Grow a garden on someone else's property for now (with permission lol) to learn how to farm and can etc. and to save on groceries. Sell your extra veggies at a food stand or market. Save your profits. 8. Watch TH-cam videos on the subject or related subjects like wood working, mechanics etc. 9. Make lists of things you learn on TH-cam that you'll need to remember and things you will need to buy. 10. Collect used tools cheap - New tools look pretty but old tools work just as well unless they are broken or they were junk to start with. Old tools have character and they are cheap. 11. Learn about setting up solar, wind and water turbine power systems. 12. Learn about how to build an out house. 13. If you cannot make sacrifices forget about living off grid. 14. Get in good all around shape and health you'll need it. 15. Get use to living on an early schedule. 16. Visit local homesteaders to learn and get a feel for it - offer to help for free to learn ... The world is yours get creative and you can make your future happen soon !!! Good Luck
I think you and Ciera are awesome! I will be living your lifestyle soon and I am a 61 year old granny. You are the one who actually taught me the solar set up. By the end of this year I will be set up. Thank you Kyle and Ciera for your awesome videos. ❤ from Tennessee!!!
I’ve been living off grid for over six years. I’m now 64. I’m so much happier here than when I lived in a conventional house. Building was a long process. My house is under 600 sq. ft. With a sawdust toilet, wood cook stove, one sink, small 13 volt fridge and a 12 volt freezer. I cut my own wood and do lots of composting. It’s work, but as you said, satisfying. I xc ski in the winter and hike in the summer. I love the woods and peace and quiet. You did the right thing. I wish I had figured it out at your age.
Kyle you hit the nail on the head. It was only a dream until you just went for it. Watching TH-camrs like yourself has really inspired us. We are building our offgrid homestead right now. It’s a little different than what you’re doing, but I don’t think there’s a wrong way to achieve freedom. Thank you for your inspiration.
As a kid there were a few years (back in the late 80's) when we lived "off grid". No plumbing, outhouse, no electricity, etc.. As a kid I didn't mind much, and now as an adult we can't wait to get back to simple living. Just came across your channel. Keep up the good work and keep sharing!
Texan here. Off grid to us is 108° in summer, rattlesnakes, drought. But your winters are brutal. Such a fine man caring for his family, living an amazing life.
I can see how much you love your homestead. I love it too! I wish I'd have done this when I was younger. I'm 67 now, so it's a bit late! 🤣 Your way of life keeps you in shape, too. That's a big plus! I'm glad you and your lady are happy! That's what counts.
Part of your success is that you have building skills, a determination to figure out solutions and a very hard working ethic. I would venture to say that most folks watching this video don’t have or will never have these attributes, nor will they ever understand how much it takes to have success like you have created.
You speak the harsh truth. Kyle is not a normal young guy who plays Vidya all day and sits on his ass. He gets things done and is a problem solver. I also built my own home and Kyle was a big inspiration for me to take the plunge. I am a young guy and had HVAC experience and knew how to use tools and it was still extremely trying. Not everyone can just build there home that's the truth.
@tedbryer2512 , Amen. Exactly because I have no building skills but I'm looking at theses channels, reading books and thinking about getting a certificate in Carpentry. God Bless
Huge respect to you. I live in a bus, and despite the struggles we've overcome there's no regrets at all! Off grid, sustainable, and completely self contained, I don't rely on a landlord, power company, nothing. That's not the best part, it's the confidence and capability I've gained from all of this. Learned so much, grew even more. I don't think I could ever go back!
This is definitely for me. I grew up in Jamaica living like this. It’s so peaceful n stress free. Now living in the US just living in the fast paced environment is just depressing for me. I know for sure being around nature n living like it was intended is overall better. But to each their own but I hope one day I can get back to this ❤
You should get back to it…. When the system collapse you don’t wanna be unprepared or caught of guard….. remember what happened when the coronavirus started spreading
I was raised in Boston, every year my parents took us to a lake in Maine for three weeks. Those three weeks, away from all the people and traffic were the best three weeks of my year. I always feel best in the country. Good luck in all you do.
Been offgrid 3 years. Its tough but its rewarding. You really appreciate the land when you do. When I get visits from family and friends they don't get it. They want to help me pay to bring electricity into my land and I kindly tell them no. Debt free is the way to be. And that huge pressure of having a mortgage is the best feeling in the world. So I agree with everything he says!
I agree with what your saying being off the grid and the freedom you get from it. Yet as far as a mortgage and utilities goes there is no debt and there all prepaid. Ever since 1933 there is no true money of value in circulation. All there is are negotiable instruments. You can create your own . Yet any corporations (cable,credit cards,other utilities and so on) that sends you so called "bills" yet are actually statements must also send you a way so "pay",settle, zero out the account. So at the bottom of all of these "bills" statements there is a section that you tear off its called a coupon. You use this coupon to then accept the statement for value and to zero out the account... The goal is to wake up and free as many people as possible. We are not meant to be slaves to this system being tied down and working a 9-5 job to then be paid with either digits on a screen or federal reserve notes aka negotiable instruments that us as the living men and women can create our selves... This place can be heaven or hell. You can be a slave or free. You can work a 9-5 and be a slave to the system or let the system provide for you and this place can be ones own playground... Hint your not a us citizen
I'm from far far away you. But the YT recommendation let me find your video. And here at 2.19 am (BDT TIME), I feel like someone from thousands of miles away just explained and showed why I want to live a life this. Quiet, no human made noises and had control over own life. Wish you a happy life, peace.
I’m 33 and it’s really refreshing to see younger folks than me creating a homestead to be self sufficient. I lived in beautiful CDA, left that area to homestead in Missouri. ( I do miss the mountains and weather, but I see the times we’re in and wanted to me more self reliant rather than dependent on businesses). I love simple living and working hard and not focused on me but on things that is more important like family, livestock, garden, and learning new skills.
It really warms my heart to see young people getting in time with themselves and their rightful place in the universe. Im getting older so I may never escape, but thank God some are taking back their lives!
Kyle, have you ever done a video where you talk about your monthly expenses living off grid? I’m sure a lot of people would be interested in the true cost of living this way. (Gas for your vehicles, generator, food, feed for the dog, cat and chickens etc. other basic necessities). Keep up the great videos!
Wise young Man Kyle! 😇🤠Like Kyle, if you get Solar ON...the Noisey, smelly, polluting 🥵petrol Genset can be used only for emergency backup! Electric bill will avg. 0$🗽🧑🌾 (& fuel for Genset may be minimal.) FREE FUEL' from Sun cannot be topped😅🌻
This video is probably the BEST I ever watched. You mention the greatest question known to man, WHY. Thank you thank you thank you. Freedom is most important. And I always say to people like this, informed consent, if you gave people the choice of country living to city living so many would chose the simple life. But with this is choice, we should all have a choice to pick.
Like anything in life, it has its challenges. IT's not all just relaxing, watching your food grow and living the dream. It is hard work, and you will almost certainly need a regular job like hte rest of the world. You can't exist without money.
@@JayandSarah TH-cam already pays him bro 😂. He'll definitely have IRAs and other kinds. Probably real estate too. He's just showing you how he lives not how he's living.
As you mentioned, not everyone can live this way, and that's because we're all different. For me, this is the best way to live. I've always dreamed of building a cottage near an ocean or lake, surrounded by trees. I simply adore nature, everything about it. I've never been a fan of processed food, even before I knew anything about health. In my area, we have an abundance of vegetables, including those that grow on trees, as well as fruits and staple foods like yam, cocoyam, and cassava, though I must admit I don't even know all their names. You're truly living your best life, sir. 💕
Wanted to tell you Kyle that I really liked you talking directly to us about the "Why's" of off grid living....most people feel the unrest of city or suburb living....and they feel they want more...but can't always put their desires into words...it really helps support the people that are striving towards this lifestyle when someone like you looks directly into the camera and connects with us by telling us the why's...frugal living....the financial advantages....simplifying...and the mental peace of less pressure and less "Noise"....it helps us when someone like you can verbalize that they really "Get IT"....that is real connection- thank you!
Amen! It’s a beautiful life. We worked hard in the city for years & now enjoying the freedoms you share.Thank you for great video explaining it well. Aloha from Off Gridders in Hawaii. God bless to you & your family.
This style of living is the greatest threat to the modern world I love it ! The government wants everyone to rely on them for everything. People who can live like this are most hated by the government they don’t want us living like this they want us all cooped up in cities dependent on them…. Keep it up I hope to one day do this as well with my wife and kids if possible… cheers!
It's not so much that they want you dependent on them- they want to be dependent on you. People who live in the woods and don't work (slave) and be part of the machine offer no benefit to the government. They are basically a waste of space and oxygen in the eyes of the almighty government.
I think it’s almost the “new” American Dream, like you mentioned with so much over reach of governments, more purpose, no major bills, and quite frankly it’s true when they say the simple things mean everything.
Especially knowing how your food is grown (grain fed free range), better life for dogs/cats/others, garden = no pesticide use, etc. It's important what we put into our bodies. i truly admire these two, happy for them. It's a simple life, but most rewarding, yes the American dream.
The Good LORD will provide. I have been really focused on off grid and living in the woods, I'm not afraid to live alone in the woods, I think I was born for it. I'm really happy to start planning living off grid and enjoying what God has to offer, It's the simple life that brings happiness, God will make a way were there is no way. You are truly blessed. thanks for the encouragement.
Good for you young man! Been about 20 years for me. Most people have no idea the amount of freedom and peace. I started with all the bells and whistles but now I like basic and simple. Stay safe and Breathe....
I really appreciate what you have done and the things you’re capable of doing. I don’t know if I’m capable of it or not but I’m 55 years old and I am retiring early as an educator and I’m starting a small Homestead farm in one of a few places, and I’m looking now. anyway, the reason I’m writing used to tell you that you are one of the inspirations that encouraged me to make this change. It’s just me and my dog so I’m not risking my family or anything, and I want to go for it. So I just wanted to thank you for motivating me to want to do this.
Hi Chris, we're in the same boat 55 to 56 next month, I did last year my early retirement and now I'm looking for "THE LAND" can you please provide me and Websites or Links to do the research? Thanks in Advance Gus.
Congratulations on your self reliance. You are living the life you want to live. 99.9% of society are living a life that a Corporate world wants them to live. They might think they are living their own life but if they really looked they would realize that everything they have comes from some Corporation or another and those Corporations are only interested in one thing. Profiting off your life, keeping you in their pocket. Well done sir.
Im working towards a homestead, too. Sold my house this past December and paid cash for a 5th wheel to live in while I develop land. My son lives of grid in the mountains amd couldn't be happier. This was a good talk & hopefully inspires folks to just do it!
That’s the type of experience I love to watch on TH-cam. I hope you have started your TH-cam channel, where you are sharing the start of your homestead 😊
I think you did the right thing. Life is too fast following the herd. I live on five acres in the country, but still on grid. However I’m on well water and not dependent on city water. I’m 55 now and my next move will be my last home. I have lived here for around twenty years and it’s been a lot of work. I will still live in the country, but it will be planned around low maintenance. One of my favorite things I did was put in a wood burning stove.
Man this hits home. My dream was to live like this. I’m 30, got four kids, so many bills, so much debt, I feel like I’m trapped in a prison and can’t get out of the system. If I didn’t have kids I’d sell everything and try to live this lifestyle. Seems so peaceful. Maybe one day.
Oh, you poor man, only 30 and have 4 kids. Your wife probably feels the same way. If you can get her on board to like that lifestyle that's half the battle. The kids will oppose leaving their friends but believe your and their capabilities. You can do it!
Soon, there is going to be the rapture. It's when there will be trumpet sounds, and after the trumpet sounds, God will lift his people from here. Also, God said people should be living by the Bible. Amen, and God bless you. ❤* John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have eternal life".
@@allenvayner4987 If you are living by the Bible, are you turning the other cheek, loving your fellow man, never judging others, giving to charity with tidings and acts of love and avoiding material wealth? If not, you might be left behind. Be careful!
Great video. We aren't off grid but we moved into our dry cabin when it had no plumbing, no woodstove, and was just a shell. Best thing we ever did. All of the work you do is so much more satisfying. It's really good to see young people like you guys living a more natural life that is so much more connected to the world around us.
Hey Kyle I messaged you around October of 21. I moved to my property I bought. I've built 3 cabins now 2 off grid and one that has access to power from a neighbor. My total bills are $140.00 a month not including food that's bought. My bills in Florida when I left were close to 3000 a month. I like the fact that I can work 1 day and pay all my bills for a month and still have a little bit left. But I work more than that. The financial side is awesome but the real reason I chose to do this is for Freedom. I can build what I want and pretty much do what I want on my property and it's so quiet out here. I have a couple neighbors that are kinda close and live similar to me. We all help each other out it's a small community. I watched your channel and others for years and when I was able to I dove in. My friends though it was awesome but my family thought I was crazy. But overall I'm the happiest I've been my entire adult life. Take it easy up there my friend
Six years old and I wish I was right out there with you. Keep up the good work son I lost my son 11 years ago. Give me about your age now. Keep up the good work God bless.
Your generation should be all over offgrid living if the younger generations aren't all talk when they say they care about the planet. Don't worry about what others think. It's outstanding that you are doing what your doing.
Good job dude. Just one piece of advice….. keep letting go of things, it’s a slow process but the more you let go of, especially of society and it’s ways, the more free you’ll be. A lot of us are learning and transitioning over to true freedom. I’m totally happy to see you doing it, don’t slow down and keep persevering my man. Be encouraged.
this is one of my favorite videos i've seen from a homesteader. i love how he repeatedly shared not only that we can do it, but we should! also that he spent little time talking about the work of it all & spent so much more time talking about how beneficial & worthwhile it is. i definitely have a lot of respect for this creator & have just subscribed!
@KYLESCABIN I think it's really cool that you decided to build a house in nature and live off the grid. The Cities are overcrowded with high rent and high crime. I am glad you are happy 😊
Thanks for making this video Kyle. This lifestyle keeps getting better as time goes on - new ideas, new projects, and lots of satisfaction! The independent lifestyle is very rewarding! God bless you Brother!
I will agree I go hiking, camping, fishing . Connecting with nature I hike and have coffee and enjoy great outdoors. Been good with my mental health and anxiety. Thanks for the video
Thks for this brother. My sister has already started this journey & has invited me 2 join her. I've been dragging my feet. After seeing this it makes me wanna get serious & make the plan to move up there & join her in the spring.
I think it’s a wonderful thing that you are doing. I’ve watched your journey from the being of the build of your cabin. And you have been a great influence. Cause of may of this year we bought 10 acres and we are planning to build the same cabin!! They call you ungovernable. And you participate in society when you chose to! We support you guys 100 %
So cool you can do this. We are semi-disconnected retired couple and we're getting too old to do a lot of stuff. We lived mobile in a 5th wheel for 8yrs in our 30's-40's. You are smart to get yourself set up for the world today. Remember to build to make life livable as you age. Work smart and take care of your body is so important. It all comes home to roost once you hit your 60's. Take care and you two be well
Someday I hope to live like you and Cierra do. You two live very wholesome. Love up the Skeeter and the Kitty. Have you and Cierra thought about planting a few apple or plum trees? I sure do enjoy your channel. Keep up the wonderful work!
Some common questions I’ve been getting:
1) property taxes. Of course I have to pay them. When you live rural they are much cheaper. I have a simple cabin that has no plumbing, septic, electric, etc… so that is much cheaper as well.
2) health insurance. Don’t have it and don’t want it. My health insurance is that I eat real food and stay active and happy. I have cash set aside if I get injured. Haven’t had “health insurance” for years. The system is designed to keep you enslaved to the system.
3) off grid and on TH-cam. The grid is the electrical grid. I am not tied to it, therefore I am off grid. I have a small solar setup, use an outhouse for a toilet. Off grid doesn’t mean you live out in the middle of nowhere and never have contact with society. I did that for awhile though.
The point of this video is to show people who are unhappy with the rat race/city life that this is an option. You can do it if you want to. It takes far less money, and is just a healthy, low stress, great way to live in my opinion. Its not for everybody but it’s worked out great for me. Thanks for watching!
While there is plenty to legitimately criticize about the health care system, it is certainly not designed to keep you "enslaved" to it. Modern medicine, despite its warts, is one of the greatest achievements in human history. My dad is still living on his own at 90 years old. Without modern medicine he would have died when his appendix ruptured 55 years ago. Talented surgeons operated and saved him. Without modern medicine I would have grown up without a father.
How much money do you need per year? Do you make money? If so how much? Just curious, thanks!
@@davidlenz6309 that’s incredible. There is plenty of good and plenty of bad. We can do amazing things today and can save a lot of lives that would have been lost. It’s a calculated risk not having health insurance. I’m in my 20s, eat great, stay active. I just feel it’s not worth having for me in my situation. I know an 82 year old man that lives similarly and he says if you don’t go to the doctor you’ll find there’s nothing wrong with you. That’s a stretch of course but there is some truth to that. And they push wayyy too many meds nowadays.
Cool man! Glad I stumbled across this video. Subscribed!
#2 so true.. same here eat clean and you are good. i plan to live off grid to as well but since im a youtuber i wonder how i can get by with having no/bad internet connection
I’m 65. I started living off grid 2 years ago. I love it. That said my family thinks that I’m touched in the head. No matter what the weather is outside, I look out and see the beauty all around me. And that brings me peace that they don’t have.
You are touched. Touched with brilliance and life!
@@gringo3009 Amen, Amen, our family has thought us nuts for decades, but now are seeing itis they that are in trouble.
Inspiring. I'm hopeful but have struggled for years to secure land.
That’s awesome Sandie!!!! I’m 62, live in Texas right now but just bought 5 acres in The Yukon, Alaska!!!!
@@TheMiaOrange Finding land is hard. Affordability was one of my biggest challenge. After that away into the property, (roads) water, can I grow crops, will it hold livestock. All important things to look for. My property can do most of that, but water. I need a well, but the cost is beyond what I can afford. In the winter I can use snow for all my needs, but summer is another story.
If I had to do it again I would look for water. I will set up rainwater catchment system, but it will have to be taken down in winter.
Many things to think about.😵
I am a young black man from the Bronx New York and I am so ready to follow the footsteps of you sir. The fact that you don’t have to rely on some corrupt entity to live your life is Beautiful…
same, the thought of waking up an not worrying about jobs or money or societal BS sounds so refreshing. I currently slave away 40plus hours a week as a mechanic just to barely keep my nose above water. I cant tell you how many times Ive just wanted to pack it all up an take the risk. I know homesteading has all kinda of skills an research involved but man I hope to get there one day.
Do it bro I wish you best of luck!
@@Falcon_Serbia I appreciate you bro. I am really looking forward to it…
@@dimrocksosabby2553 I am with you bro..I work 60 plus hours a week and I am just sick and tired of it man..Especially here in New York, is HORRIBLE…
@@godisgreat418damn I would have said I'm a young Asian male from Brooklyn...... But life is truly passing in a blink of an eye. Now I'm 44 😂. I think what I've learned is that you and I (since you're from NYC too)....we were bred in basically a dog mill, but for humans. We're all skittish and anxious all the time. NYC does take a toll on people
I am an old man that can tell you for sure you have truly figured things out correctly. For a young man you are wise beyond your years. Do what makes you feel fulfilled and you will never have regrets.
Integrity vs Regret. This is a dynamic that everyone will face.
Wait until the guy has kids and he realized he needs the grid and the city to raise them right. What kid wants to live in a cabin while everyone else lives in a modern home. Selfishness at its finest! Thats what you call having it all figured out?
I live totally off grid from May to Nov in my cabin in Vermont and in a luxury condo from Dec to April in Florida. I love my lifestyle.
@@Africanslam Winters in the snow, warming fires if the stone fireplace every night in the winter months.... not that is living! No cranky old elites to put up with.
@@Africanslams 🎉
I plan to retire at the end of 2025 at 62 after 36 years in Telecom as a sales engineer. My wife will retire in May 2026 and she's loving life! But walking away from a good income stream and building the nest egg to living from the nest egg is a scary proposition couple with the alarming recession and CPI report
I feel your pain mate, as a fellow retiree, I'd suggest you look into passive index fund investing and learn some more. For me, I had my share of ups and downs when I first started looking for a consistent passive income so I hired an expert advisor for aid, and following her advice, I poured $30k in value stocks and digital assets, Up to 200k so far and pretty sure I'm ready for whatever comes.
My advice: for newbies to grow financially this year, invest. Saving is good, but investing elevates your finances. Why newbie make huge losses on trade is because investing without proper guidance can lead to mistakes and losses. that will stop you from trading, this has been one of the biggest problem to new traders, I've learned this from my own experience
@@Rachadrian How can I reach this adviser of yours? because I'm seeking for a more effective investment approach on my savings
I have worked with a few financial advisors before now but i ultimately settled for 'Annette Christine Conte'. She is SEC regulated and licensed in US. You can easily look her up
Thank you for this Pointer. It was easy to find your handler, She seems very proficient and flexible. I booked a call session with her.
I’m 54. Been on my own property & off grid for the last 25 months. Building my own house right now. Wish I would have done this sooner. It’s not easy, it’s hard work, but man…mentally, physically, spiritually…never been better. It’s phenomenal.
Taxes????
Good 4 u...i would do I t...but to old now lol...
Kuddos you won’t regret it!
Where have you built yours? I am in the UK
Make sure u pay them property taxes or u did all that hard work for nothing.. pretty much doing it for the workout now.. it aint your shit
I’m from your dad’s generation. It took my entire working life to finally buy some land and build a recreational property in the Ozark hills. You can’t believe how many times I’ve mentioned that I should’ve done this earlier. A lot earlier. You’re a brilliant man to have listened to your heart. Well done. And by the way, I have learned a great deal from your channel.
Good to see you didn’t give up. I want to do this but sometimes think it’s too late.
When I grow up I want to live off grid.
God bless you and your families journey and how you choose what fits your life goals. Keep living your happiest and best life off grid.
We raised our 3 kids, who are now adults, off grid in the Ozarks. They loved it ! The best part is you get to know your kids.
@vldarden, it is NOT too late, if you can still do the work. When you are older just do it differently.
There’s just something magical about living off the grid-away from the chaos of city life. It’s like the perfect escape. 🌿✨
I'm 26 and me and my wife moved out to alaska and built our own house a year and a half ago. We live a two hour drive to the nearest gas station or grocery store. We absolutely love our new life
It helped that my wife had a background in engineering and I had a dad who raised me around the trades. But building our own house really was the best thing we ever did. Can't wait to do more
I have SO many questions! Lol
How do you deal with food and plan ahead? Do you have kids? Any power outages outthere? Where in Alaska? What would you say the biggest 'set back or hardship' of your journey. I ask the biggest set back because I do realize the benifits...but would like to know ty
Lived in AK for my first 19 years. Couldn’t wait to get the heck outta there.
Do you guys have friends and a social life?
@@kermitfrog593Rocky and Bullwinkle
For a young man, you're very smart to listen to your heart and act on it. A lot of people dream this life style, but they never actually take that first step.
Listening to your heart is the worst thing you can do. Listen to your mind and let your heart have an influence. Not the other way around.
True @@cesarmoore7996
@@cesarmoore7996you suck
@@LoweDistortion sort of. Basically he's saying the way you'll know you're following your path is when your heart and mind are operating on the same plane
@@LoweDistortionu need to have a view with the mind and check it with the heart
Which inherit your values
The mind just give input the Heart checks for responses
I’m 24 and my fiancé and I just purchased a homestead on the other side of Canada, we are moving out there in a month and couldn’t be more excited to start working towards a comfortable level of self sufficiency. We aren’t meant to live in cities all crammed together
Good to hear I was sick and tired of living in town we have moved to Mexico 7 months ago from Canada it's very hot out here but we feel so free.
Which province did you buy land in?
Best of luck 🤞
@@watchman9198 we purchased 1.5 acres with a 2 bed 1 bath house with rain water collection, septic and power for 245k. It’s 35 minutes from Halifax. After 2 years we will rent that place out and purchase more rural raw land
@@watchman9198 do you mean me? We moved to Campeche Mexico.
Kyle is winning at life. This is awesome.. Its never crazy of anyone to take control of their life.. Peace of mind is a priceless commodity..
Some are so brainwashed by society colonialism..gotta have it all to compete...time for introspection..are y'all happy with pressures you can literally do without...
It takes balls to do this, hard work, dedication and a diff mindset..few are capable but could be...
@@sicilyny5375I stay away from the people who will in concrete jungle big sky scrapers living depressed life and miserable lives they never leaving the comfort npc zone
Yes I am
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Nawww, this is a i'm a loser in life in life and don't want to be anything so I might as well save money lifestyle
Living off grid is amazing. Lots of folks say they can't cause they have kids. We lived in a tent for three months while we built out cabin. Me, my wife, and two boys are out here doing it.
The biggest hang up to people getting out and doing it though is the lack of basic trade skills these days. Most people want a white collar computer or office based job. Working with your hands is becoming more and more valuable every day.
You are so right man.
@BIGBigBoiNICK you can't escape property tax. Out in the rural areas it's super cheap. I'm paying about $700 a year for property tax.
@BIGBigBoiNICK goats and chickens. Plenty of hunting too
Indeed...
Not only "lack of basic skills" also able to cook and bake food from scratch, and ferment, dehydrate and can food.
My Grandfather(born 1889-Idaho)did the same thing you are doing. Bought a piece of land, built(himself) small house. Wood stove-In later years they had a gas refrigerator. Hand dug a well. Heated with firewood . Most of their food they raised. When we were kids we would visit them.They had a modern house in the valley by then but we ALWAYS begged to go to the ranch and live in the old ranch house. Grandfather would play the violin, Grammy would read aloud from books(often Zane Grey)by kerosene light. He would tell us stores by the fireplace. Often Mark Twain and Russian folk stories. Grammy would tell us about our Genealogy and how she lived growing up. If we were lucky they would sing a couple songs. They had no debts. You and your Wife are exceptional people! Your children are lucky.
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Beautiful
I am in Idaho how can we afford to homestead there? We are thinking rural Idaho? Can you get grants or owner financing from a farmer?
Zane Grey was from my hometown of Zanesville, Ohio!
I'm 58 and I think you're ahead of the crowd young man. You're going to have a really good life if we can keep everything under control. You got it figured out.
It takes guts and Knowledge to be able to live off grid… I’m admiring your life style ❤
I’ve never really thought about the pace of life that we live being the root cause of anxiety and depression but I do think you have hit the nail on the head! When you have grown up living in constant mayhem and non-stop action you think it’s the norm. I don’t think mankind was created to live this way. You have a great point!
we’re basically the human equivalent of cows/pigs caged up in those industrial farms. It’s hilarious how “advanced” or cool us city people tend to think ourselves.
anxiety and depression is caused by many things
I agree we live stressful ass lives
I thought comfort and a bigger bank account was it - it's not
Society does not care about you, so don't care about society and look after your own , you've done the best thing a person could of done! The world has become toxic , I'm 34 , if the land in my country was more available to build my own homestead I would have! Well done! Respect from Wales!
You're just a fkin baby. Grow up.
Don;t call for help when you need it.
@@breadfan9Such a useless statement.
@breadfan9 each to their own....😂
@davidortiz3094 as useless as the people that don't contribute to society by living off the grid
I'm 14 and this has been my dream for 3 years. I'm just saving and waiting for the day I turn 18 and can actually start. Thank you for this video, it was amazing 😊
Which part of the country do you plan to go and leave in?
Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do something kid. You got it.
@@sankara6823 i currently live in TN and all of my family is here, soo probably TN.
@@Luhbraindead thank you!
Take me along when you're ready 😉
Young man, you’ve got life figured out! And more people are seeing this lifestyle thanks to bloggers like yourself! 💪💪👍👏
I think a lot of people have the wrong impression about what living “off the grid” means. It’s just that, normal living, only disconnected from utilities, therefore it’s still regular living doing what’s necessary to replace reliance on the grid with self sufficient methods.
This is going to sound a bit weird, but I think a lot of people here in the comments are adding their own perception of the causation, as in the reason or intent behind the lifestyle, rather than understanding it is simply living the lifestyle necessary to be disconnected from the grid.
No, there are no rules. No, it doesn’t mean you’re amish, or religious, or a doomsday prepper, or any of the other possible reasons that other groups may live what seems to be in similar fashion.
Off grid living is living a lifestyle that fills the necessities normally satisfied by the grid in a self sufficient manner. That’s it. The rest is up to you. This is why he stated that this video is about WHY he does it. Because although it should be simple, people assume the motivations of other similar lifestyles onto him because he lives outside a city and does things for himself.
In short, drop the prejudices, people, and listen to what the man is saying.
Nailed it! Thanks for the comment
Stop your preaching. No one cares what you think. A$$hole.
I've spent the last 13 years working towards this lifestyle myself. Learning skills, and searching for property across the country. I FINALLY bought land in another province a couple months ago, and I'm heading out to it in 2 weeks to build the temporary structure to live in until I get my house built (which is very likely going to be nearly identical to yours). Unfortunately I didn't learn about this way of life until after I had bought a house in town. It's surprising how difficult it is to get out from under the life that society tells us we are supposed to be living.
You can sell your house in town with enough money left over to purchase some land out in the woods!! Don't worry about what friends and family think!! Do what you want!!
Enjoy - I hope to follow a similar journey..
Which province are you going to build in? I’m curious how it will be with the weather.1
Beautifully said my friend, anyone ain't convinced now then I don't know what to tell you, it's either for you or not
In the UK and own a house but i want to live in more of a hybrid way.
The idea is to keep working my stressfree job that i enjoy, downsize my house to something small and easy maintenance plus buy a small woodland. We can't live on raw land here easily so i would build a simple cabin for "storage and welfare" then spend summers fulltime in the woodland offgrid and winters in the house. If i manage to get the land close to my home and work then i can come and go as is necessary.
We all might not have a choice soon, but to go back to living like you guys.
Nah
I think what you're doing is super cool. Inner peace is priceless.
This is inspiring. As someone from the city I never knew this was possible. I was programmed in the matrix. I want out,and I want this. I'm 33. Hope I can make this happen. In my lifetime.
I was in the same boat. My wife and I currently live in the middle of the city with hardly any yard. We wanted out too. You can do it my friend. Treat your current living situation as a homestead classroom for the next year or so.
We started by growing most of our produce in buckets. That will teach you a whole lot about gardening and it’s easy to maintain with very little space. Best food you’ll ever have and you’ll save money on groceries.
We got 6 chickens and built a small coop from pallets and scrap wood on our back patio. We get half a dozen fresh eggs every single day and they’re amazing.
We aren’t wealthy by any means but we found some cheap land in the Appalachian foothills. 7.5 acres with a stream, no zoning (very important) so we jumped on it.
The biggest thing to remember is you’ll have to make some sacrifices and trust that they’ll pay off. I absolutely LOVED riding my Harley. I was actually riding it the day I met my wife and we rode that thing all over. It was like our thing. We decided to sell it and paid cash for a custom cabin shell.
We work on it just about every weekend so we can get it finished and moved in full time. Anything we don’t have room for or don’t need is getting sold and used to pay for supplies and material.
It feels overwhelming but you just gotta remember the reward. Minimize, make sacrifices, improvise, ask for help. When you finally get there you won’t miss about the matrix my friend. God bless you on your journey. I know you can do it!
You got this !
@@ArmsnAcres Hey I really appreciate this advice man, lots of good stuff to unpack here. Thank you and I will definitely take heed. Best of luck to you and your wife. Good to know that it is possible. Onward. 🇺🇲
@@joshsowack Definitely gonna shoot for it. Appreciate the encouragement. 🙏🇺🇲💪
@@ArmsnAcres7.5 acres with a stream at the foothills of Appalachia sounds heavenly !!!
You sound like the perfect husband, your wife is very fortunate!!
I wish you two all the very best on your new property ❤
As a 68 year old woman who has been living completely off grid for two years, I couldn’t agree with you more. I do still have a cellphone, so I guess I’m not really 100% off grid. I raise ducks for eggs and goats for milk/cheese. I live in my RV and use solar for my power, have a well with solar pump for water. 5 gallon buckets for toilet, 12 volt system in the trailer is easily handled by the sun God provides. I love the physical labor aspect of it as it keeps me fit and strong. Good for you and all who are willing to come out of the world system. God is in control of my life and provides everything I need and makes this life possible.
I'd love to connect, I'm 69 live r3motely in colorado
Kuddos to you! Would love your goat butter and cheese recipe please?
That's my dream is to have enough land to raise goats for breeding, meat, milk and cheese!
I'd be afraid of people and bears ,do you have protection and guts to do this I'm amazed by you.
@@cheriep2959 I am protected by the Most High God Almighty, so not afraid of bears, wild boars, bobcats or people. I do have a wonderful guard dog that He sent me who keeps predators away from the ducks and goats. He has protected and provided for me in the most amazing ways since I have been here completely trusting in Him.
You are admirable!
Well said Kyle! We did the same thing. We watched off grid TH-cam channels for a couple years and then we took a leap and now we’re off grid living our best life and making videos as well. Something is definitely “off” in the world.
I have lived in a large city for the majority of my life, but now that I have a cabin and land in the woods of wisconsin...I'll never look back, felt I wasted my life living in a big city now. And I understand some people are not able to do that. But for those who can you won't believe the difference. Better than any drug ever is too wake up on your own land,that feeling it gives you, your own little world. Truly amazing.
Been living out in the boonies for a while now, and I lived in the city for much of my young life. But you shouldn’t regret living in the city though, that experience gives us an appreciation of living out in the boonies more than if we grew up in it.
@@sunshineimperials1600Truth. It’s important to get different experiences in life so that you gain perspective.
It makes you appreciate things more.
I love that feeling too. But I also love going to great restaurants, seeing live music/theater, going out with friends, watching a game down at the local pub, etc etc. My perfect balance is my 15.7 acres of land in the Hudson Valley of NY (with a very small cabin for now) and an apartment in NYC where I work my dream job. Best of both worlds for me but everyone is different.
Im starting very small. Im making my own compost in my backyard. Its already got me excited to have started learning. The more I learn about myself and this world, the more convinced I am that some people have to get out of the system or they will die. Im one of them.
i am one of u man!
I’m 17, almost 18 and I really think this is how I want to live my life. I grew up in the suburbs of north Texas and I loved it. When I was 14 me and my dad moved to Gainesville Texas. We always wanted to move to the country and we finally did. He passed away unexpectedly a few months into living there and sadly I had to move back to the suburbs with my grandparents. Ever since I felt lost. Didn’t have any motivation or purpose. He left me a good sized inheritance so I’m heavily debating to go buy 30-40 acres in Oklahoma or Arkansas and build a homestead. I could invest the rest and live so simple and free. No stress, no debt. Just living life how we were meant to be. Thanks for making this video.
So sorry you lost your father so early. I think he would want you to be happy. You are still young and have time to decide things, so if I were you, really take time to think about what you want out of life and go for it!
I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish you every happiness in the future which I'm sure will be very bright. God bless.
DO IT ! 🤙
Take your time, get advice and go with your guy. Crucially don’t put all your eggs into one basket diversify invest some in your project some in other forms of investment that can give you a passive income like real estate or something. Get an education or apprenticeship never stop learning and growing and live an upright life believe in God and one day raise a family once you are ready. Good luck.
I'm sorry for your loss!.God bless you and keep going strong!!.u will be ok!.
My parents in their late 50s decided to do this. Have a large plot of land, cabin set up like yours and their lives are just a constant project of tending to their domain, building it out and enjoying their freedom. I can see how much fulfillment it gives and IM JEALOUS
Wow very impressive respectable and commendable
Impressive, young man. You are correct. It is already in our DNA to live this way. Yet, we have forgotten. Thanks for bringing us back.
It's called genetic atavism. You should be very happy that neither the Nazis or Soviets prevailed because they both planned to cull atavistic individuals who could not be the material to create the new man 😂 (Also why they went after the Roma/Gypsies.).
3:00 Pro tip: put pallets under the wood. It will keep dry, and dry faster with air circulation under. Tested for 30-40 years. Stacked on the ground the bottom layer wtll absorbe moist and lose in energy.
Pro tip #2: always store your split wood bark up.
Old lobster traps worked the best for me
That's what we do. I always thought that it just made sense. However, it gives the little rodents a sanctuary that my cats can't get to. We now have a Rat Terrier that is worth her weight in gold. She is "cleaning" this place up!
Srsly? This is what you took away from this video?
You are amazing ! I’m a 61 year old female . The idea of living in the woods away from the matrix is sooooapoealing
im 15 and my whole lif my parents have wanted me to become a doctor, which is something i do not want and ive always wanted to live off grid away from it all and seeing you living a simple and peacful life, has given me more hope to break free from my parents rules and choose my destiny
get it!! im 14 and i feel ya
It's your life
As a man of 33 years old I spent to much time trying to do the things my family wanted me to do aka pursuing a career field that was not my decision..don’t make the same mistake I did and try to live my life for everyone else..live your life the way YOU want you’ll be much happier
@@itsfurbwv thank you so much, after reading this, it gave me a new perspective on how I want to shape my life for myself and live my dream to the fullest. Thank you so much❤️
@@D-R-X-I I just have regret now that I’m old enough now to see how I was manipulated by my family to be what they wanted me to be & if I can save just one person from going through the same thing I did I try to give advice..I recommend you do what you like for a career, not what someone else likes ya know just live to be happy for you!
You both are inspiring to us, gives us hope for future generations to come back full circle. My husband and I have been married 39yrs, he just turned 60 yrs. old and I'm just a few days away from 58yrs old. We've been living a very simple homestead type life for over 30 yrs. now and have been debt free for almost 20 yrs. we heat with wood, cook on a wood cook stove in cool weather and over open fire or using a propane burner when hot. We raise all our beef, husband hunts, we raise poultry for meat and eggs, have dairy goats and a jersey dairy cow for milk and cream. The only expenses we have our very low and monitored power and natural gas bills, our yearly property taxes, vehicle and home insurance. My husband does work away from home (mainly at this point for health insurance) but has winters off for the most part. I will add that having health insurance as we age can be important and we have 5 yrs. until Medicare will be available for my husband, that is if it is even around in 5 yrs. Many people are upset and dismayed by the economy and inflation, while we see it, especially with animal feed, it isn't a huge concern due to our financial freedom. Keep sharing, you both are awesome, and we pray other young people will wake up and stop being slaves to the world and its influences.
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I know it's probably strange to ask, but one worry I would have about this lifestyle is aging. How is it now that you're getting older? Do you have good savings or worry you won't be able to support yourself as things get more difficult?
@@wulergaming We have been debt free for over 19 yrs and have saved, plus we never fully expect to retire, we are people who like to be busy doing something and both our hobbies will afford us to make money at craft fairs and shows. We live with very low grid and will only need money for property taxes and insurance. We also find with aging that getting things like hay is becoming an issue but have friends who offer their help and we either pay them or have them over for supper and they are happy with that. We do know we will most likely downsize on animals in the next few years as well. Hope that answered your question.
Epic 👍👍😁🏆
I believe your more healthy then you think, living as you do is hard work. Also you eat natural fats with great protein and greens as well. Can't beat it !
I been offgridin since 2012. I started off strgglin then got cozy over the last couple. Youll become a carpenter, logger, mechanic. Electrician(solar) landscaper,doctor,vet,chef, and a plunber. I love it.
Kyle, you and Sierra are hard working and represent what America used to be. You are a talented carpenter and your cabin is very nice. I’m old enough to be your grandmother and I have watched your channel from the beginning because I wish I could have done what you are doing! Never let another person tell you that what you are doing is weird or odd, you are living your dream and that is great! You be blessed👍.
America hard working?
Very inspiring video. I have a son who built his own tiny house and his girl and him have had no real regrets about pulling back from the crazy, expensive, and unpredictable “world “ we all endure. Great job and all the best!!!!
“Endure” is right
I think it's wonderful, the beauty of such a simple way of living... I'm up there in age, and I wish we had done what you're doing .. God bless you ..
@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist8amen.
No children involved, I hope,
As someone with an anxiety disorder and a wife with the same and depression, I agree with you 100%. Every time we get to our cabins, it all melts away. I could believe in this lifestyle and the values of simple living for that reason alone. There are so many more benefits, of course
I started a whole foods plant based way of eating from Dr. John McDougal's free website and noticed a huge decrease in anxiety and depression. Might be worth trying.
What a brilliant young man! Smart, Inspiring, and a nice guy to boot!
Thank you for that video! My husband and I are in our 60's and just recently started our off grid homesteading life. We couldn't be happier and less stressed. It has always been our dream to live this way and are excited to have the opportunity to pursue our dreams. You are so right about some people not understanding how you can live without indoor plumbing, but quite honestly I don't care what they think. When you think about how much water is wasted flushing toilets and going down the drain, we all need to live more sustainably and mindful of our natural resources.
Hi Nancy where are you from?
@@JamesWilliam592 Hello, I am in Upstate New York.
I appreciate this man. I got no family and have been living on my own since 17. And I've really thought about this off grid living. I wanna work for myself and just survive with people who also wanna survive without being a slave. I'm so lost rn in life and just need to work towards that. You inspire me
...start praying & meditating and you will find yourself. Stay centered and focused on what you desire and always stay positive no matter what is going on around you. Keep your circle small and don't waste your time or attention on anyone or anything negative. Do you and make your dreams come true. You got this!!!
I believe in you and believe that you will find your way in this life! Best of luck to you my brother!
Thank you and you guys as well. Appreciate the support.
It's gonna be okay
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We are a 6 figure income couple and had very little saved and not much cash lying around the preverbal".
'...don't have $500 for an
emergency" that was us. The big thing was debt all kinds of it, cars mortgage (although our home isn't a high price one), student loans for our kids, and of course credit cards.
One day we just got sick of being broke and went total scorched earth and became frugal overnight. Paid it all off, it took almost 5 years but now we have no debt and this year our savings rate is 50% on basically the same income that had us perpetually broke. So for us it is mainly staying out of debt and watching our spending, at first it was a real effort to save in our HISA and 401Ks but now it's actually fun watching our money grow. No car or vacation or neighborhood is worth being broke or financially unstable.
Congratulations on taking the steps necessary to get yourself out of the financial bind you were in.
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Samuel Peter Descovich that's whom I work with
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This video is a year and some change old but it will never get old. Living away from people will extend your life. I can see the sky from where you were standing at the beginning of this video and believe me I understand. I looked towards the heavens when I lived in Maryland and it was not the same as if I were on my mother's land in Georgia. What a feeling when you are indeed in control of your life.
May you live long and prosper, Kyle.
From city to country every year we traveled by train to visit granny, who lived simply, ruralGA, chewed tobacco, had chickens n pigs, chopped wood for an old potbelly stove, in a one room shanty shack, lived healthy 107 years! I’ve always admired how peaceful n serene her life was.
I think the hardest thing is finding a companion who also wants to live this lifestyle.
You’re 100% correct. I was about to make this same comment before reading yours. I’m a former-Navy Seabee and very familiar with living off the grid but finding a companion with the same mindset is nearly impossible to find. And I’m on wife number three…
There's lots of homesteading off grid singles groups on FB!
I am a woman like that and I've seen TONS of others!
I’m a woman who desires this and would like a Husband who wants to homestead I’m in the Midwest in the city n have chickens. I’m a single mom and just researching and looking into some land…
@@ClaudiaHill-ch1wv yeah there's lots of us!!! I have chickens and ducks I'm living rural. 18 miles from town I wish I were farther out though honestly. I have a garden I add a little to every year! I care for my elderly mother and my son so moneys tight right now but my goal is to eventually get solar power and start working on water storage soon. Its just me doing it alone so I unfortunately can't do a ton alone at once. Just doing a little as I can when I can. I'd also like to get rabbits soon!
@@beatcat1265 you’re inspiring me!! Thanks for sharing!!! One day at a time
I say do what makes you happy. I love the idea of simple living. There's a lot of stuff out there but to have everything paid off is stress free. Good for you Kyle mom and dad most be so proud of you. Love your content and your cabins.
I’m 21 and I aspire to live this life. You were right on the spot when you said not alot of people can live this way anymore. You gained a sub brother keep up the amazing content!
22 and same here. Really getting into learning how garden and stuff like this. Hopefully one day we are both just like TH-camr we are watching.
You guys are young and I understand, make sure you save some money 1st and get in the habit of not spending it unless you have to. You will be surprised how much $1 will work for you. 💪🏾💪🏾
@Hiraxy9 You are right , I had a friend who built his own tiny house and his girl and him have had no real regrets about pulling back from the crazy, expensive, and unpredictable “world “ we all endure. Funny thing is that people thought he was touched in the head .Hope all is well with you?
@@HollowDistrictstart small. Learn to garden in pots buckets, grow bags or if possible a community garden. Some towns/cities have a place you can garden for free. Or ask a neighbor, share the harvest. Some plants like squash, tomatoes, cucumbers you only need a couple plants. Green beans you want a 6 - 10 foot row and the same 2- 4 rows of sweet corn. And potatoes keep well so plant the same. A couple green bell pepper plants, a small row of peas or carrots. If you like a row of lettuce, or spinach. You can grow a bigger garden when you learn the basics. If you want to volunteer or share a space place an advertisement on you local for sale site on internet or a post at the grocery store billboard or at TSC billboard. Learn from a farmer, volunteer to help him to get knowledge.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO WAIT TO START building your future - here are just a few things you can do now.
1. to buy your land you'll need cash so don't spend money you earn or have already saved unless you absolutely have to !!! Save every penny you can on top of that. Enjoy being frugal.
2. Do not buy new cars or fancy gadgets, save your money and it will add up fast.
3. Get a second job if you can and save that money as well..
4. live at home if you can
5. Do not eat out or drink or smoke or do any drugs - these things eat up your savings.
6 Start shopping at farmer markets, shop at used stores and flee markets and discount stores. Retrain your mind against waste.
7. Grow a garden on someone else's property for now (with permission lol) to learn how to farm and can etc. and to save on groceries. Sell your extra veggies at a food stand or market. Save your profits.
8. Watch TH-cam videos on the subject or related subjects like wood working, mechanics etc.
9. Make lists of things you learn on TH-cam that you'll need to remember and things you will need to buy.
10. Collect used tools cheap - New tools look pretty but old tools work just as well unless they are broken or they were junk to start with. Old tools have character and they are cheap.
11. Learn about setting up solar, wind and water turbine power systems.
12. Learn about how to build an out house.
13. If you cannot make sacrifices forget about living off grid.
14. Get in good all around shape and health you'll need it.
15. Get use to living on an early schedule.
16. Visit local homesteaders to learn and get a feel for it - offer to help for free to learn ...
The world is yours get creative and you can make your future happen soon !!! Good Luck
I couldn't agree more. You nailed! Stress free living is highly underrated! Peace and tranquility are the key.
Hours to the store fuck all that
I think you and Ciera are awesome! I will be living your lifestyle soon and I am a 61 year old granny. You are the one who actually taught me the solar set up. By the end of this year I will be set up. Thank you Kyle and Ciera for your awesome videos. ❤ from Tennessee!!!
What a great and interesting video, Kyle! You show us how it can be done and the benefits of living off-grid. Love it! Thank you!
I’ve been living off grid for over six years. I’m now 64. I’m so much happier here than when I lived in a conventional house. Building was a long process. My house is under 600 sq. ft. With a sawdust toilet, wood cook stove, one sink, small 13 volt fridge and a 12 volt freezer. I cut my own wood and do lots of composting. It’s work, but as you said, satisfying. I xc ski in the winter and hike in the summer. I love the woods and peace and quiet.
You did the right thing. I wish I had figured it out at your age.
What state or country do you stay at
Upstate NY, USA
@@schatzihall6572Im happy for u, im 19 and one day i wish to do this
That's cool you are rich not many people in this world are rich and have to work a job in order to make an income
@415_Stand-up you gotta be rich to live off grid in your 60's? Lol, ok.
Kyle you hit the nail on the head.
It was only a dream until you just went for it.
Watching TH-camrs like yourself has really inspired us. We are building our offgrid homestead right now.
It’s a little different than what you’re doing, but I don’t think there’s a wrong way to achieve freedom.
Thank you for your inspiration.
As a kid there were a few years (back in the late 80's) when we lived "off grid". No plumbing, outhouse, no electricity, etc.. As a kid I didn't mind much, and now as an adult we can't wait to get back to simple living. Just came across your channel. Keep up the good work and keep sharing!
Texan here. Off grid to us is 108° in summer, rattlesnakes, drought. But your winters are brutal. Such a fine man caring for his family, living an amazing life.
Fuck that shit
I can see how much you love your homestead. I love it too! I wish I'd have done this when I was younger. I'm 67 now, so it's a bit late! 🤣 Your way of life keeps you in shape, too. That's a big plus! I'm glad you and your lady are happy! That's what counts.
I am 68 years and husband 66. We started late but love the life. Never too late if you want it bad enough.
I'm 75 ... it's never too late to follow your heart.
@@lorraine5587 Wow! Great for you! YAY!
Part of your success is that you have building skills, a determination to figure out solutions and a very hard working ethic. I would venture to say that most folks watching this video don’t have or will never have these attributes, nor will they ever understand how much it takes to have success like you have created.
Watch Life uncontained -- they started with No skills but that didn't stop them. Now look at what they have -- its wonderful what you can do.
You speak the harsh truth. Kyle is not a normal young guy who plays Vidya all day and sits on his ass. He gets things done and is a problem solver. I also built my own home and Kyle was a big inspiration for me to take the plunge. I am a young guy and had HVAC experience and knew how to use tools and it was still extremely trying. Not everyone can just build there home that's the truth.
@tedbryer2512 , Amen. Exactly because I have no building skills but I'm looking at theses channels, reading books and thinking about getting a certificate in Carpentry. God Bless
I've done this and it's honestly pretty easy. Much easier than living in the city paying huge amounts on rent and being stressed sitting in traffic.
Building a basic house is dead simple, the hard part is rules and regulations which are through the roof here in Australia
Huge respect to you. I live in a bus, and despite the struggles we've overcome there's no regrets at all! Off grid, sustainable, and completely self contained, I don't rely on a landlord, power company, nothing. That's not the best part, it's the confidence and capability I've gained from all of this. Learned so much, grew even more. I don't think I could ever go back!
My name is Tina and I'm listening to your video and I'm happy to see that you are a very honest person and a real person you are a leader😊
This is definitely for me. I grew up in Jamaica living like this. It’s so peaceful n stress free. Now living in the US just living in the fast paced environment is just depressing for me. I know for sure being around nature n living like it was intended is overall better. But to each their own but I hope one day I can get back to this ❤
You should get back to it…. When the system collapse you don’t wanna be unprepared or caught of guard….. remember what happened when the coronavirus started spreading
This is why people say camping is peaceful. So why not do it all the time, or even seasonally. But with more comforts.
Why’d you move here
Same same
I feel you. I don't fit in in the city... Never have. It's hard not having a community.
I was raised in Boston, every year my parents took us to a lake in Maine for three weeks.
Those three weeks, away from all the people and traffic were the best three weeks of my year.
I always feel best in the country. Good luck in all you do.
unless there is near a beach or anwhere , where its at least 50 year round. that's where i want to be. one day ; ill never see snow ever again.
Been offgrid 3 years. Its tough but its rewarding. You really appreciate the land when you do. When I get visits from family and friends they don't get it. They want to help me pay to bring electricity into my land and I kindly tell them no. Debt free is the way to be. And that huge pressure of having a mortgage is the best feeling in the world. So I agree with everything he says!
I had to laugh when I saw your 'name'. China Joe wouldn't survive 3 days in the country even if his butler was with him (and crackhead boy).
I agree with what your saying being off the grid and the freedom you get from it. Yet as far as a mortgage and utilities goes there is no debt and there all prepaid. Ever since 1933 there is no true money of value in circulation. All there is are negotiable instruments. You can create your own . Yet any corporations (cable,credit cards,other utilities and so on) that sends you so called "bills" yet are actually statements must also send you a way so "pay",settle, zero out the account. So at the bottom of all of these "bills" statements there is a section that you tear off its called a coupon. You use this coupon to then accept the statement for value and to zero out the account... The goal is to wake up and free as many people as possible. We are not meant to be slaves to this system being tied down and working a 9-5 job to then be paid with either digits on a screen or federal reserve notes aka negotiable instruments that us as the living men and women can create our selves... This place can be heaven or hell. You can be a slave or free. You can work a 9-5 and be a slave to the system or let the system provide for you and this place can be ones own playground... Hint your not a us citizen
How do u get land?
You take it. You are the sovereign of your world.@@brethoing7284
@@brethoing7284 buy it
I'm from far far away you. But the YT recommendation let me find your video. And here at 2.19 am (BDT TIME), I feel like someone from thousands of miles away just explained and showed why I want to live a life this. Quiet, no human made noises and had control over own life.
Wish you a happy life, peace.
I’m 33 and it’s really refreshing to see younger folks than me creating a homestead to be self sufficient. I lived in beautiful CDA, left that area to homestead in Missouri. ( I do miss the mountains and weather, but I see the times we’re in and wanted to me more self reliant rather than dependent on businesses). I love simple living and working hard and not focused on me but on things that is more important like family, livestock, garden, and learning new skills.
i lived in Coeur D Alene too, it isnt what it used to be
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Wheres cda?
@@redbuck6058Coeur d Alene
It really warms my heart to see young people getting in time with themselves and their rightful place in the universe. Im getting older so I may never escape, but thank God some are taking back their lives!
Kyle, have you ever done a video where you talk about your monthly expenses living off grid? I’m sure a lot of people would be interested in the true cost of living this way. (Gas for your vehicles, generator, food, feed for the dog, cat and chickens etc. other basic necessities). Keep up the great videos!
one BBQ size propane tank fueled my stove/oven for 5-6 months
it's more affordable than people think
@@stevejeffrey11 wow, that's impressive!
Washing clothes?
Also there’s probably a way to make money by selling eggs , etc . I would like to know the potential income to offset some of the expenses .
Wise young Man Kyle! 😇🤠Like Kyle, if you get Solar ON...the Noisey, smelly, polluting 🥵petrol Genset can be used only for emergency backup! Electric bill will avg. 0$🗽🧑🌾 (& fuel for Genset may be minimal.) FREE FUEL' from Sun cannot be topped😅🌻
This video is probably the BEST I ever watched. You mention the greatest question known to man, WHY. Thank you thank you thank you. Freedom is most important. And I always say to people like this, informed consent, if you gave people the choice of country living to city living so many would chose the simple life. But with this is choice, we should all have a choice to pick.
This is the lifestyle that never goes out of style. It looks so peaceful.
Exactly
Like anything in life, it has its challenges. IT's not all just relaxing, watching your food grow and living the dream. It is hard work, and you will almost certainly need a regular job like hte rest of the world. You can't exist without money.
@@JayandSarah Huh? This is the most city shit I've read here so far lol. No - you do not need money if you set shit up right.
@@JayandSarah TH-cam already pays him bro 😂. He'll definitely have IRAs and other kinds. Probably real estate too. He's just showing you how he lives not how he's living.
As you mentioned, not everyone can live this way, and that's because we're all different. For me, this is the best way to live. I've always dreamed of building a cottage near an ocean or lake, surrounded by trees. I simply adore nature, everything about it. I've never been a fan of processed food, even before I knew anything about health. In my area, we have an abundance of vegetables, including those that grow on trees, as well as fruits and staple foods like yam, cocoyam, and cassava, though I must admit I don't even know all their names. You're truly living your best life, sir. 💕
Agree with you 💯
Wanted to tell you Kyle that I really liked you talking directly to us about the "Why's" of off grid living....most people feel the unrest of city or suburb living....and they feel they want more...but can't always put their desires into words...it really helps support the people that are striving towards this lifestyle when someone like you looks directly into the camera and connects with us by telling us the why's...frugal living....the financial advantages....simplifying...and the mental peace of less pressure and less "Noise"....it helps us when someone like you can verbalize that they really "Get IT"....that is real connection- thank you!
Amen! It’s a beautiful life. We worked hard in the city for years & now enjoying the freedoms you share.Thank you for great video explaining it well. Aloha from Off Gridders in Hawaii. God bless to you & your family.
This style of living is the greatest threat to the modern world I love it ! The government wants everyone to rely on them for everything. People who can live like this are most hated by the government they don’t want us living like this they want us all cooped up in cities dependent on them…. Keep it up I hope to one day do this as well with my wife and kids if possible… cheers!
no it's not the biggest threat, or even a threat. because no more than 10% of the population will ever want to do this lmfao
I want to do this now but I have so much enjoyment living in the city . A lot of my passions require me to be around people but yeah this look awesome
It's not so much that they want you dependent on them- they want to be dependent on you. People who live in the woods and don't work (slave) and be part of the machine offer no benefit to the government. They are basically a waste of space and oxygen in the eyes of the almighty government.
One of my coworkers told me they're starting to do luxury taxes on folks who are trying to do this in many states allegedly. Fucking insane
*They* will find you, and kill.
Awe. Skeeter is so cute. He seems to take his responsibility as chicken guardian seriously. What a lovely video. Good luck to you. You’ll do fine!❤
I think it’s almost the “new” American Dream, like you mentioned with so much over reach of governments, more purpose, no major bills, and quite frankly it’s true when they say the simple things mean everything.
Especially knowing how your food is grown (grain fed free range), better life for dogs/cats/others, garden = no pesticide use, etc. It's important what we put into our bodies. i truly admire these two, happy for them. It's a simple life, but most rewarding, yes the American dream.
@@cdnmrspolitics absolutely on all fronts 💯
Thank you so much for this man. I'm about to be 29 myself here in a few weeks, and I couldn't have needed another channel to help make a push.
Mad respect for you guys in pursuing this lifestyle. Forget the haters!
The Good LORD will provide. I have been really focused on off grid and living in the woods, I'm not afraid to live alone in the woods, I think I was born for it. I'm really happy to start planning living off grid and enjoying what God has to offer, It's the simple life that brings happiness, God will make a way were there is no way. You are truly blessed. thanks for the encouragement.
Take me to with you please it’ll be like I’m not even there lol
Good for you young man! Been about 20 years for me. Most people have no idea the amount of freedom and peace. I started with all the bells and whistles but now I like basic and simple. Stay safe and Breathe....
Way to go,so smart,keep putting the info.out there.iam older and off grid in the Caribbean.great lifestyle,independent.no debt.
I really appreciate what you have done and the things you’re capable of doing. I don’t know if I’m capable of it or not but I’m 55 years old and I am retiring early as an educator and I’m starting a small Homestead farm in one of a few places, and I’m looking now. anyway, the reason I’m writing used to tell you that you are one of the inspirations that encouraged me to make this change. It’s just me and my dog so I’m not risking my family or anything, and I want to go for it.
So I just wanted to thank you for motivating me to want to do this.
Good luck!
@@spencer1854 thank you very much. “Grumpy Old Man Farms”
:-)
You've got more than half the battle won already. You're retiring and most likely have a pension to fall back on? Do it!
Hi Chris, we're in the same boat 55 to 56 next month, I did last year my early retirement and now I'm looking for "THE LAND" can you please provide me and Websites or Links to do the research? Thanks in Advance Gus.
@@bushmoose1730 not a very good one. But I plan on making it work anyway.
Congratulations on your self reliance. You are living the life you want to live. 99.9% of society are living a life that a Corporate world wants them to live. They might think they are living their own life but if they really looked they would realize that everything they have comes from some Corporation or another and those Corporations are only interested in one thing. Profiting off your life, keeping you in their pocket. Well done sir.
Im working towards a homestead, too. Sold my house this past December and paid cash for a 5th wheel to live in while I develop land. My son lives of grid in the mountains amd couldn't be happier. This was a good talk & hopefully inspires folks to just do it!
That’s the type of experience I love to watch on TH-cam.
I hope you have started your TH-cam channel, where you are sharing the start of your homestead 😊
❤🎉
I tried to figure it out, but can you tell me what a fifth wheel is?
I think you did the right thing. Life is too fast following the herd. I live on five acres in the country, but still on grid. However I’m on well water and not dependent on city water. I’m 55 now and my next move will be my last home. I have lived here for around twenty years and it’s been a lot of work. I will still live in the country, but it will be planned around low maintenance. One of my favorite things I did was put in a wood burning stove.
Man this hits home. My dream was to live like this. I’m 30, got four kids, so many bills, so much debt, I feel like I’m trapped in a prison and can’t get out of the system. If I didn’t have kids I’d sell everything and try to live this lifestyle. Seems so peaceful. Maybe one day.
It would be a great gift for your kids. I grew up like that and I really enjoyed
Oh, you poor man, only 30 and have 4 kids. Your wife probably feels the same way. If you can get her on board to like that lifestyle that's half the battle. The kids will oppose leaving their friends but believe your and their capabilities. You can do it!
Soon, there is going to be the rapture. It's when there will be trumpet sounds, and after the trumpet sounds, God will lift his people from here. Also, God said people should be living by the Bible. Amen, and God bless you.
❤* John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish but have eternal life".
@@allenvayner4987 If you are living by the Bible, are you turning the other cheek, loving your fellow man, never judging others, giving to charity with tidings and acts of love and avoiding material wealth? If not, you might be left behind. Be careful!
We all need to repent and accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and savior before it is too late.
Great video. We aren't off grid but we moved into our dry cabin when it had no plumbing, no woodstove, and was just a shell. Best thing we ever did. All of the work you do is so much more satisfying. It's really good to see young people like you guys living a more natural life that is so much more connected to the world around us.
Hey Kyle I messaged you around October of 21. I moved to my property I bought. I've built 3 cabins now 2 off grid and one that has access to power from a neighbor. My total bills are $140.00 a month not including food that's bought. My bills in Florida when I left were close to 3000 a month. I like the fact that I can work 1 day and pay all my bills for a month and still have a little bit left. But I work more than that. The financial side is awesome but the real reason I chose to do this is for Freedom. I can build what I want and pretty much do what I want on my property and it's so quiet out here. I have a couple neighbors that are kinda close and live similar to me. We all help each other out it's a small community. I watched your channel and others for years and when I was able to I dove in. My friends though it was awesome but my family thought I was crazy. But overall I'm the happiest I've been my entire adult life. Take it easy up there my friend
What state are you in
I was also wondering what state you left Florida for.
Six years old and I wish I was right out there with you. Keep up the good work son I lost my son 11 years ago. Give me about your age now. Keep up the good work God bless.
Your generation should be all over offgrid living if the younger generations aren't all talk when they say they care about the planet. Don't worry about what others think. It's outstanding that you are doing what your doing.
Agreed, all talk
Come on, don't be a self-righteous ass.
Good job dude. Just one piece of advice….. keep letting go of things, it’s a slow process but the more you let go of, especially of society and it’s ways, the more free you’ll be. A lot of us are learning and transitioning over to true freedom. I’m totally happy to see you doing it, don’t slow down and keep persevering my man. Be encouraged.
The monk way 🙏
I hope you keep at it. Many have started and ended up going back to the city. Good luck to you!!!
this is one of my favorite videos i've seen from a homesteader. i love how he repeatedly shared not only that we can do it, but we should! also that he spent little time talking about the work of it all & spent so much more time talking about how beneficial & worthwhile it is. i definitely have a lot of respect for this creator & have just subscribed!
Thank you and welcome to the channel!
@KYLESCABIN I think it's really cool that you decided to build a house in nature and live off the grid. The Cities are overcrowded with high rent and high crime. I am glad you are happy 😊
Thanks for making this video Kyle. This lifestyle keeps getting better as time goes on - new ideas, new projects, and lots of satisfaction! The independent lifestyle is very rewarding! God bless you Brother!
I finally was able to do this at the age of 47. 3 kids still at home. We have learned so much about ourselves and our priorities. No more mortgage!
I will agree I go hiking, camping, fishing . Connecting with nature I hike and have coffee and enjoy great outdoors. Been good with my mental health and anxiety. Thanks for the video
Thks for this brother. My sister has already started this journey & has invited me 2 join her. I've been dragging my feet. After seeing this it makes me wanna get serious & make the plan to move up there & join her in the spring.
I think it’s a wonderful thing that you are doing. I’ve watched your journey from the being of the build of your cabin. And you have been a great influence. Cause of may of this year we bought 10 acres and we are planning to build the same cabin!! They call you ungovernable. And you participate in society when you chose to! We support you guys 100 %
So cool you can do this. We are semi-disconnected retired couple and we're getting too old to do a lot of stuff. We lived mobile in a 5th wheel for 8yrs in our 30's-40's. You are smart to get yourself set up for the world today. Remember to build to make life livable as you age. Work smart and take care of your body is so important. It all comes home to roost once you hit your 60's. Take care and you two be well
You have a great work ethic and energy- that is why your home is beautiful and well run
Someday I hope to live like you and Cierra do. You two live very wholesome. Love up the Skeeter and the Kitty. Have you and Cierra thought about planting a few apple or plum trees? I sure do enjoy your channel. Keep up the wonderful work!
Good on you for treading your own path and reaping all of the rewards. It’s just not possible for a lot of us. Always great to watch your videos Kyle.