The Campfire Trail: September 27 - DIY Homestead

September 27, 2022

Day 361 of the Adventure

I definitely had to stoke the fire up higher and hotter this morning. The 48 degree start of the day was beyond "Brisk". If you notice the truck and trailer in the background, you are seeing the load of log siding that finally arrived yesterday. The most dramatic transformation at Camp Run-Amuck is about to begin. We will video the process as we start it so you can see how to go about it, if you decide to give it a try sometime.

Over the years, I have had a lot of experience with Do-It-Yourself type projects. Most of them small, but a few of them pretty big. The bigger ones include buying the first little resort property where the initial four cabins were and getting that all built back up. Another would definitely be the building of the treehouse cabins. From a Do-It-Yourself perspective, the raw land, homestead start up I believe has been the most challenging. Not because any single part of it is that difficult. It's just that there are so many things to consider when starting with raw land.

Close Up of the Log Siding Load

I think one of the most common questions I encounter is, "How do I get started?" It shows up over and over in Homestead and Off-Grid social media groups. I don't think any of it is magic. I think it just takes a solid DIY Mindset. Obviously, severe physical limitations could hinder a DIY approach. Aside from that though, I can't really think of much that should stop a person from considering taking on the challenge of moving onto a homestead type of property. It's just a matter of a willingness to learn as you go and a willingness to try new things.

Where do you start? The answer to that will be as unique as the individual asking the question. With us, on the raw land project, it started with finding land. With someone else it may be as simple as learning to can and preserve their garden produce. For others, perhaps building a chicken coop or tool shed. Regardless of where you start, a DIY Mindset will help you make that start.

Carry On

Adventure Quote: “Life is a constant adventure in the making, in which you are not only the actor but also the writer and the director.” ― Steven Redhead

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