Category Archives: Homesteading

Water systems, outhouses, heating with wood – alternative lifestyles that move us toward more self-reliance and self-sufficiency.

Outdoor Power Outlet

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Mark Zeiger

On June 1st I opened my Franklin Planner to find the following task on that day’s page: “Make an outdoor outlet.” Accompanying notes explained further: “Set up a through-wall power cord for outdoor Christmas lights, etc.” Back in December I … Continue reading →

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Improvements to the Water System

Posted on May 15, 2014 by Mark Zeiger

Last weekend we improved our water system in a major way, increasing our water security on the “homestead” and making our lives easier in the process. We’ve known since early last winter that a failing valve under the winter water … Continue reading →

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