Off-the-Grid Living: Share Your Best Tips and Stories!

[MeadowWhisperer]

Can't beat a sunlit greenhouse, but off-grid life is a different beast altogether. After the basics (rainwater catchment, wood heat, etc.) what's your must-have? Any funky gadgets saving your sanity?

 

[ChaiPages]

Can't go wrong with a good book for those off-grid downtimes. Kindle solar charger is a godsend! Got any other off-grid comfort suggestions?