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Off Grid Living Guides

Being completely dependent on somebody else can leave you vulnerable. More so if we're talking about survival essentials like food, water or shelter.

This series of survival guides is meant to take you through the most important steps of going off the grid. Being self reliant, having your own power sources, water storage and food supplies will make a world of difference when SHTF!

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How To Go Off Grid

Going off the grid means opting for an autonomous life away from the city. It entails living without relying on municipal utilities such as power, gas, water, and other community utilities and without public sewerage and garbage disposal services. 
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Best Inverter Generator [7 Picks For Emergency Preparedness]

When prepping for an emergency, choosing an inverter generator is not just a convenience detail, it's a safety detail. Power from an inverter generator will silently charge sensitive devices and appliances without drawing the attention of intruders.

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7 Types of Generators for Off Grid Living

The best generator for off-grid living is the one that will meet your power needs. That means choosing a type and size that’s best suited to power all your critical appliances and devices.

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Off-Grid Communication [15 Methods For Survival Communication]

Off-grid communication methods are indispensable when regular methods like using a cell phone fail. Your backups can be: ham radios, a satellite phone or lighting a fire to signal for help.

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How To Go Off The Grid [Starter Guide]

Going off the grid means opting for an autonomous life away from the city. It entails living without relying on municipal utilities, community utilities and without public sewerage and garbage disposal services.

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