14 Months Living Off-Grid: Our Journey from Abandoned Land to 100k Subscribers

TLDRAfter 14 months of living off-grid on abandoned land, we celebrate our 100k subscribers with a special YouTube plaque. The hardest part has been juggling renovations and jobs, while the weather has also posed a challenge. Our favorite thing is the peacefulness of living in the countryside. Surprisingly, adjusting to living in a caravan has been easy. We've learned not to waste money on second-hand tools and equipment. Our brush cutter mower has given us constant trouble. It's important to buy reliable machinery.

Key insights

🎉After 14 months, we reached the milestone of 100k subscribers!

🏞️Living in the countryside surrounded by nature brings peace and tranquility.

Juggling renovations and jobs while living off-grid can be overwhelming and time-consuming.

🌧️Unpredictable weather, including heavy rain and winds, has posed challenges.

⚙️Avoid wasting money on second-hand tools and equipment that may not be reliable.

Q&A

What has been the hardest part of living off-grid?

Juggling renovations and jobs while living off-grid has been the most challenging aspect.

What is your favorite thing about living on the land?

The peacefulness and tranquility of living in the countryside surrounded by nature.

What is one thing you didn't anticipate when starting the project?

The amount of time and effort each project would require, as well as the increased cost of materials.

How has living in a caravan been?

Surprisingly, living in a caravan has been comfortable and easy, and we have adjusted well.

What advice do you have for others starting a similar project?

Invest in reliable machinery and equipment instead of buying second-hand items that may cause constant trouble.

Timestamped Summary

00:00After 14 months of living off-grid on abandoned land, we received a YouTube plaque to celebrate reaching 100k subscribers.

01:40Juggling renovations, jobs, filming, and editing has been challenging due to limited time and overwhelming tasks.

02:50The weather, including heavy rain and winds, has been a challenge, affecting sleep and outdoor work.

04:19Living in the countryside surrounded by nature brings a sense of peace and tranquility.

05:55Investing in reliable machinery and equipment is crucial to avoid constant trouble and wasted money.