An Off Grid Life Saturday reads Hi friend, I've been making sourdough baked goods for many years. And while I love a great loaf of artisan sourdough bread, that's not the only sourdough game in town. Here are a few others to try. Sourdough Recipes Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls Save this one for Easter weekend. Get the recipe Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Muffins Perfect for breakfast on the go. Get the recipe Sourdough Donuts Always popular for weekend brunches or potlucks. Get the recipe Until...
5 days ago • 1 min read
An Off Grid Life Saturday reads Hi friend, We're deep in the "draggy" days of winter. It just never seems to end. One way we tackle this is to keep our hands busy with crafting, cooking, and various hands-on projects. This is the kind of weekend prep that pays you back later. Make a batch of fire starters and a batch of soup. Then tuck them away for the next stormy day. Saturday Reads Simple Homemade Firestarters A screen-free family activity. Read article Turmeric Lentil Soup Use up pantry...
8 days ago • 1 min read
An Off Grid Life Maple season is almost here Hi friend, If you’ve been thinking about tapping trees this year, this is a good week to get your ducks (or buckets) in a row. I realize tree tapping season varies across North America. When we lived in southern Ontario many years ago, March break fell in the prime maple syrup season. My sons and I enjoyed checking out the many maple syrup festivals in the area. Back at home in the Northwest Territories, the maple trees (if any) are ornamental and...
12 days ago • 1 min read
An Off Grid Life Saturday reads Good morning, If winter has you thinking about what happens when the power flickers, you’re not alone. Here are three practical reads to help you sort out the basics without going down a rabbit hole. Saturday reads Generators for Beginners The very basics. Read article Batteries for Living Off The Grid Text Read article Off Grid Systems 101: Everything You Need to Get Started Text Read article 🌿 This week’s featured Pinterest board Living Off The Grid See it...
15 days ago • 1 min read
An Off Grid Life This email contains affiliate links. Hi Reader, We’ve officially made it through the first month of 2026. By now, the "New Year excitement" has usually faded for most people. Depending on where you live, you're dealing with dark days and snow. But for those of us working towards a more self-reliant life, it's time to roll up our sleeves and get started. If 2026 is your year to find homestead land, whether it's those 20-40 acres in Alberta or a quiet spot closer to home, now...
29 days ago • 2 min read
An Off Grid Life This email contains affiliate links. Hi Reader, Are you in the path of the massive snowstorm we've been hearing so much about? We're just far enough north right now to miss it, but we had such a snow-filled few weeks that we're still digging out. When the weather's like this, I'm always thankful for a full pantry, and honestly, every January is always "Pantry Month" around here. When we lived full-time at our off grid homestead, it was the time of year when we relied on the...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
An Off Grid Life Hi Reader, There's something about a deep January freeze that makes you realize how much you rely on "the grid." Whether you’re still dreaming of that cabin in Montana (or Alberta) or you're keeping things running in the suburbs, winter is our best teacher for resilience. It’s the perfect time to audit your supplies and your skills. Do you have enough firewood to feed your wood stove? Are your emergency candles easy to find? Is your "family preparedness and survival" plan...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
An Off Grid Life Hi Reader, 🎉 Happy New Year! I hope you had a restful break and a chance to breathe after the holiday rush. If you’re anything like me, you’re looking at the calendar and feeling that "this is the year" energy. But instead of the usual high-pressure resolutions, in 2026, let’s focus on building the foundation that actually leads to the life you want. This is something I didn't do when I left my life as a suburban banker to live off the grid over 12 years ago. Looking back, I...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
An Off Grid Life Hey there, We're in the final stretch before Christmas. Your to-do lists may seem long, and the pressure is high. But I want to remind you of something: You are doing a good job. Your kids (or grandkids) won't remember whether the house was perfectly spotless or whether the wrapping paper matched. They will remember the feeling of home you created. They will remember that you were present. Tonight, try to turn off the noise. Light a candle. Read a book. Simplicity is where...
2 months ago • 1 min read