• Alexander Solzhenitsyn – A summary

    Alexander Solzhenitsyn (1918–2008) was a Russian novelist, historian, and outspoken critic of Soviet totalitarianism. He is best known for his works that exposed the horrors of the Soviet labor camp system, known as the Gulag. Solzhenitsyn’s writings brought him international acclaim, but also led to his persecution by the Soviet authorities. He was awarded the…

  • Snow camping with doggo – Who needs a tent

    In this video, Doggo and I hit the trail for our first “warm-up cruise” of the snow camping season. Over the years I have learned the importance of making sure all gear and systems are dialed in and functioning properly before diving into more adventurous outings. Snow camping, especially in remote areas can be incredibly…

  • Off Grid Living – Chickens Quails Coops and burning the midnight oil

    The joys of off grid living and keeping chickens & quails. Unfortunately coops don’t clean themselves so that leaves me… and Ranger. Also I demonstrate how nice it is to live in the boonies in the dark despite the wolves. “The darker the night, the brighter the stars.” – Fyodor Dostoevsky

  • Off Grid Living – I am the pack mule

    It’s official… winter is here, and the snow has arrived! In this episode, I dive into the season by shoveling snow, firing up my new (used) snowmobile for its maiden ride, tackling some chicken coop maintenance and embracing my inner human pack mule.

  • The Evils of Modern Advertising

    The Evils of Modern Advertising: How Cognitive and Emotional Tricks Fuel Consumerism In the modern world, advertising is an omnipresent force, shaping our desires, behaviors, and even our identities. From billboards to social media feeds, advertisements are designed to infiltrate our minds, often exploiting cognitive biases and emotional vulnerabilities to convince us to spend money…

  • Off Grid Living -Goodbye water hello snow season

    Winter prep mode is in full swing, and the to do list just keeps growing! As the snow season rolls in, my greenhouse has officially become the go-to storage spot for anything that needs to stay dry. Meanwhile I’ve said goodbye to running water on tap (for now) and I also do some brainstorming on…

  • Off Grid Living – Snow season cabin preps

    It’s that time of year again and getting all my ducks in a row before the snow season hits is absolutely essential. Hauling and splitting firewood is still in full swing but I’m almost there… just a little more to go. In this video, I’m also tackling a new project: building a sturdy ladder to safely access…

  • Off Grid Living – Prepping for snow season & Chores galore.

    Well, folks, it’s that time of year again snow season is just around the corner and the dropping temperatures mean it’s all hands on deck to prepare for the Winter ahead. These days my time is spent hauling, cutting, and splitting wood, cleaning up around the cabin and scrambling to wrap up those must-finish projects I’ve been…

  • Off grid living – End of winter and dead snowmobiles

    Well, it’s official Winter is finally over! It’s been quite the season: chimney fires, vehicle breakdowns, and even a snowmobile casualty. But compared to last year this Winter was a bit more comfortable. A little more space a few extra creature comforts and a lot of lessons learned. Now that spring is here, it’s time…