The MISTAKE we made Going off Grid… and how to AVOID IT!

We went to Alaska to try out Off Grid Life... and decided it was NOT for us.
But... turns out... we were doing it wrong...

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[gskMO]

This adventure is drilled into your kids brains. They’ll never forget this trip -and in 40 years they’ll sit around and reminisce and bring up the most insane detail or stories.

[farmmarketing]

I have enjoyed each and every episode of this series. A true gem when it comes to content. But also, a priceless documentary of an adventure your family will remember forever. Thank you for sharing your memories, your wisdom, and a realistic look at what it’s like to have to poop in a bucket.

[Streamsofwater]

I have loved your big adventure. I moved to another country with the goal of setting up an offgrid homestead. Years later, the Homestead is there and still taking shape. The off grid part.. now that I am working my butt off to be warm (with wood), I decided that the remainder of my off grid Dreams will go SLOW... and maybe they will not be realized at all... I am at peace with that. Quality of life, and a balance between work and relaxation, is very important. After all... we are here only once... let"s fully enjoy our time here

[jamesking]

You guys just continue to grow, and share, and you impress me so much with your honesty, and your content. Thank you for taking us on this most awesome of adventures with you, and know that not just me, but so many of us absolutely get excited when we see a new video.

[gracebug]

Your family are such a blessing. You and Kay have a wonderful storytelling channel. I get so excited to watch and listen to the new video. So well done....so thoughtful and real! Thank you all!

[manne]

I grew up in rural Alaska in the 90’s on a homestead, one of the ones allowed by the US government to settle Alaska in the 70’s.. in a tiny A frame with no septic or running water but with electricity, not because it was trending but because ✨poverty✨… even with electricity we stayed extremely busy.. between hunting, fishing, gardening, smoking fish, butchering, raising poultry, canning, chopping wood, picking berries, making jam, preserving foods… everything we had to do as a family of 5 to prepare for winter… the day we dug the well and got running water my mom cried tears of joy, we eventually saved and added septic…. And we were still extremely busy subsisting.. no hate but you barely survived an Alaskan SUMMER… summer in the place with the most beautiful summers on earth… you were too scared of bears to go fishing.. the winters will be a massive shock to your system… my personal opinion is that moving to rural Alaska would be enough of a shock even with modern utilities. If you are concerned about your kids screen time you could always just take the screens away..whether you have regular electricity/solar electricity and WiFi or not. I know on the grid isn’t as flashy or “cool” for content creation now but there is absolutely no shame in being on the grid… rural Alaska is enough of a challenge.

[chelseywelwood]

This whole series was so well done. Educational, inspiring and entertaining. Thank you!

[taktakoriginal]

I am crying at that poem! This whole thing is absolutely beautiful.

[thesarabrown]

The way you put the pieces together and make a story is SO SO good. Incredible to watch! ❤

[nancyseery]

You do NOT have to move into a wilderness to go off-grid. You just need to replace some item right at home. Have your own power, water and just pick and choose how you want to live. Use solar or wind power, use wood instead of gas, but you can live how you want right here and now!!!! God bless y'all and keep growing.

[followerofyahushaoctaviadm]

My husband and I have been watching your channel for a couple years prior to ever buying our own homestead which we did almost 2 years ago now. This series was awesome and the last 2 episodes especially were ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL! You have a gift for story telling and if you ever wanted a career as a documentary film maker I think you've tapped into another calling! Well done!

[aspendell]

Folks that don't do the kind of research, that you did after starting your journey, well before starting out, often fail. This video is a good reminder to others who may be considering a similar journey. It's definitely not a simpler life, but when things go wrong you no longer have anyone to point the finger at. Like the power company, local government, etc... It's definitely rewarding, if you know exactly what you are committing to.

[noramax]

🏕️Thank you for this exceptional documentation and story of your off grid experience🛤️

[NarnianRailway]

The delightful Gridlessness family sent me. God bless you creating your off grid family adventures while learning and growing.

[medicinemom]

We finally moved off grid this year. We have two young kids. We stayed in a plywood shack for a few months, finally moved into a fifth wheel. Our running water is the creek, we still have to transport it. We dont have a working toilet, my kids stay in tiny bunk beds. We finally got solar set up, and being able to use a microwave mid day was such a treat when we got it, and being able to use a stove instead of cooking over a fire. I'd never trade this life for any convenience. Waking up every morning to the smell of damp ground, the cedars by the creek, sounds of birds at sunrise, the constant calmness of the solidarity of nature... Ill chase the free range cows out of my garden and crap in a hole every day if that's what it takes. My kids have taken well to it, as we were "urban homesteading" before we came out here. All the challenges have brought us closer together.

[CynthiaGizesky]

This final video really tugged at my heart strings. The poetry at the end says it all. I shared some of your experiences moving to Alaska where i and my husband spent 8 wonderful, fantastic, and beautiful years. We were lived in Homer, overlooking Kachemak Bay and watched the float planes land on Beluga Lake and the LNG ships pull into the bay for the wait up to Anchorage. Such wonderful memories of this peaceful land and sea. You have more than done it justice with your presentation of its wonder, the uniqueness of its people and the forever enchanting draw. Congratulations on a job well done.

[OvertheRiverandThroughtheWoods]

What amazing storytelling in this series! Looking forward to seeing your next steps.

[TLAR]

I’m glad you got to see Jasper in its pristine glory. As 30% of the town has been burnt by fire. Just this past Wednesday. Alberta Strong.
❤️🇨🇦

[kyleheon]

I live off grid, mortgage free North Ontario. No Hydro no plumbing, no solar. In a 200 sf cabin on a river. No car, only canoe. I am 55 years old. Left the city many years ago. Never go back

[rosetaylor]

These are such beautiful videos. So honest, poetic, and vulnerable. I appreciate you sharing and the compassionate way you and your wife talk about this big life adventures.