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Amanda Off-Grid
Canada
Приєднався 16 вер 2020
I am an adventurer who left Vancouver to find a more sustainable and peaceful way of living. My dream is to one day build my own little tiny off-grid homestead on the ocean - the best of both worlds!
For a decade, Buttercup, my faithful Newfoundland Labrador companion, and I traveled resided full-time aboard our sailboat - a Catalina 28 Mk II. In October 2021, I assumed a caretaker role on a secluded island in the Broughton Archipelago. Sadly, Buttercup passed away at the age of 13 during the summer of 2023. Approximately four months later, I welcomed Peach into my life. At three years old, Peach has embraced the off-grid lifestyle with enthusiasm. We are excited to share our off-grid adventures with you, whether on land or at sea!
Amanda
PO box 552
Alert Bay BC
V0N 1A0
For a decade, Buttercup, my faithful Newfoundland Labrador companion, and I traveled resided full-time aboard our sailboat - a Catalina 28 Mk II. In October 2021, I assumed a caretaker role on a secluded island in the Broughton Archipelago. Sadly, Buttercup passed away at the age of 13 during the summer of 2023. Approximately four months later, I welcomed Peach into my life. At three years old, Peach has embraced the off-grid lifestyle with enthusiasm. We are excited to share our off-grid adventures with you, whether on land or at sea!
Amanda
PO box 552
Alert Bay BC
V0N 1A0
The Wolves Are Getting Too Close For Comfort | Living Off-Grid in the British Columbia Wilderness
Happy Sunday. Short video today. I didn't get much video footage done last week as we have had guests non-stop - when one left another showed up :). We did have some wolf activity though. In speaking with others in the area today it looks like the wolves have been quite active and in everybody's business. I hope you enjoy this short video :)
Amanda + Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️)
xo
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Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia.
M Y B O A T:
⇢ SV Ananda (in Sanskrit it means 'bliss or happiness')
⇢ 1996 Catalina 28 MKII
F O L L O W M Y I N S T A G R A M:
⇢ amandaoffgrid
F O L L O W M Y T I K T O K:
⇢ www.tiktok.com/@amandaoffgrid
M Y C O L O R I N G B O O K S:
⇢ linktr.ee/amandaoffgrid
M U S I C P L A Y L I S T:
open.spotify.com/playlist/3UNcbTiEy8DlHT5Jd66vIk?si=f3895261c4f14207
C O M M E N T S:
I encourage respectful discussion and contributions from all viewers. Any comments that are unbecoming or unkind will be promptly reported and removed. Let's engage in meaningful conversations while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for everyone!
Exploring Alternatives Video - December 2023
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Amanda + Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️)
xo
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Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia.
M Y B O A T:
⇢ SV Ananda (in Sanskrit it means 'bliss or happiness')
⇢ 1996 Catalina 28 MKII
F O L L O W M Y I N S T A G R A M:
⇢ amandaoffgrid
F O L L O W M Y T I K T O K:
⇢ www.tiktok.com/@amandaoffgrid
M Y C O L O R I N G B O O K S:
⇢ linktr.ee/amandaoffgrid
M U S I C P L A Y L I S T:
open.spotify.com/playlist/3UNcbTiEy8DlHT5Jd66vIk?si=f3895261c4f14207
C O M M E N T S:
I encourage respectful discussion and contributions from all viewers. Any comments that are unbecoming or unkind will be promptly reported and removed. Let's engage in meaningful conversations while fostering a welcoming atmosphere for everyone!
Exploring Alternatives Video - December 2023
ua-cam.com/video/0pRKw2tA_vs/v-deo.html
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The Wolves have returned... Bear(s) too! | Living Off-Grid on the West Coast
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Hello everyone! My apologies for being a day late. My excuse is that is has been the busiest 2 weeks of the summer so far!! A mish-mash of stuff, but I hope you enjoy! ps. I had a chat with one of the kayak guides on the shoreline and she told me last month she had put her tent up on the trail to our property and during the night she heard a wolf run right past her tent down toward us here - yi...
Busy Day of Chores & Answering Your Questions | Living Off-Grid in the BC Wilderness
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Happy Sunday everyone! Another foggy day here today, but hope you have some sun wherever you are! Hope you enjoy this weeks video and thanks for watching! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O A T: ⇢ SV Ananda (in Sanskrit it means 'bliss or happiness') ⇢ 1996 Catalina 28 MKII F O L L...
A Whale Show + Installing My Victron Energy SmartSolar Charge Controller | Living Off-Grid in BC
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Hello everyone! I hope you all had an amazing week. This week we had a lot of rain, but I was able to get some chores done. I also finally got to installing my Victron Energy SmartSolar MPPT 100V 30 amp 12/24-Volt Solar Charge Controller. NOTE: my install was a bit chaotic, so please don't use it as a tutorial - haha!! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo 00:00 Intro 01:45 Yada yada yada...
Back to the Off-Grid Grind! | Living in British Columbia's Wilderness
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Good afternoon everyone, my video's a bit late today, apologies. Peach stayed in the cabin today as one of the owners is on the property with their dog (unfortunately Peach and their dog do not get along). I hope you enjoy the video and thank you for watching! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Colu...
So Many Whales! | A Quick Weekly Update | Living Off-Grid on the West Coast of British Columbia
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Happy Sunday everyone! My apologies for the short video this week. There were a number of guests here last week so didn't get much filming done. I did manage to snag some great whale footage though :) Oh and the owner drove us back to the mainland (I didn't drive) and then I drove back on my own. FYI she didn't require me to drive her :). Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I ...
Deer everywhere!!! | Living Off-Grid in the British Columbia Wilderness
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Happy Sunday everyone! I hope you all had an amazing Canada Day and Independence Day. Last coupla weeks we had guests almost every day. Gotta get ready for a few more to show in a couple days. Thanks for watching! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O A T: ⇢ SV Ananda (in Sanskrit it ...
We're Expecting Visitors | Living Off-Grid in the British Columbia Wilderness
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Good morning everyone! Today's video is a mish-mash of chores. I had a ton of small things to do to get ready for next weeks visitors. Thank you so much for watchig :)! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O A T: ⇢ SV Ananda (in Sanskrit it means 'bliss or happiness') ⇢ 1996 Catalina 2...
We Had a "Whaley" Good Week (groan!!) | Living Off-Grid on the West Coast of British Columbia
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Happy Sunday everyone! This week Peach and I had a ton of whale sightings. Many, right in front of the property. I'm not sure Peach actually saw them. She heard them, but I think that's it :). I hope you enjoy the video! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O A T: ⇢ SV Ananda (in Sansk...
My Coolest Whale Encounter | Living Off-Grid on the West Coast of British Columbia
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Good morning everyone! In today's video I tell you about the best whale whale encounter I've ever had since moving onto the water 11 years ago! I also get a bunch of work done - haha :). Peach and I hope you enjoy the video and thanks for watching! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B ...
Peach's Story | Living Off-Grid in the British Columbia Wilderness
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Good morning everyone. I've decided to give you a bit of a background on Peach. I don't know the exact details of what she has experienced, but I can tell you about how she's reacting to things and progressing here :). Thanks so much for watching! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O...
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Good morning everyone (and hello to all the Americans remembering & honoring their loved ones this weekend!)! This week we had a TON of rain and OODLES of wind. My poor boat had a heck of a ride at the dock for a couple days straight! I also spent much of my week wrangling with little Peach. I think the constant rain and staying indoors has made her antsy and she keeps trying to escape on her o...
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Hello everyone! Peach & I hit 12,000 subscribers today. Pretty exciting! Thank you, we appreciate every single one of you! After a week off of filming I filmed quite a bit this week. I crammed quite a bit in here - hahaha. I hope you enjoy! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O A T: ⇢...
An Off-Grid Grocery Haul | Living In the BC Wilderness
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Good day my friends! Today's video I show you my latest grocery haul and answer a few questions from UA-cam comments :).Thank you for watching! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O A T: ⇢ SV Ananda (in Sanskrit it means 'bliss or happiness') ⇢ 1996 Catalina 28 MKII F O L L O W M Y I ...
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Hello everyone! In today's video I get up to a mish-mash of things that kept me very busy... tbh this video is a bit all over the place - haha! I hope you enjoy it and thanks for watching! Amanda Peach (& Buttercup, in spirit ❤️) xo Peach and I are currently caretaking an off-grid property on a remote island in British Columbia. M Y B O A T: ⇢ SV Ananda (in Sanskrit it means 'bliss or happiness...
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Great show. Love the questions and answers ❤🎉
Love your smile you have the coolest job Mother Nature is amazing would love to stay there for a weekend i live in Surrey not to far away
Take care. Wolves can be very sneaky round dogs.
I hope the wolves aren't a problem this winter . I love when people answer questions , I will never tire of that . I do get peace watching your channel . Thank you ❤
Wolves are just fascinating.
Nice update..most definitely calling out to Peach to be eaten.. poor Peach!
It's usually a matter of territorial defence with wolves and dogs, not predation. Wolves generally avoid humans but feel competition for resources with dogs.
❤as always, beautiful photography. That was so cute seeing and hearing Peach howl. Scary seeing that wolf so close. Thanks for the video, love to you and Peach
There is a Netflix documentary on the wolves that swim like that.
Oh Peach howling so cute . Kinda freaky to have the wolves so close around Peach. Thanks for keeping us up to date with whats been going on always good to hear from you. London, Ontario, Canada take care Amanda & Peach.
They have motion activated sprinklers you can hook a hose up to -- maybe that could help in areas they like to hang out / poop. :0)
please speak up
Peaches howling was cute. My dog howls to the fire truck siren. Cracks me up. Thanks, take care
always pay attention to dogs. they will alert you to things that's for sure.
❤ Peach. You tell'm gal.
How big is the island you are on ?
Very interesting. Peach hears the call of the wild. Here's to a quiet week ahead. ❤
I worry about your and Peach’s safety. Are the wolves are a protected species on the island? Do you have more than an air horn to defend yourself? Please be careful, and patiently waiting for your next video. 🥰
Thank You for posting. I haven't seen one from you in a while. That must be a huge island
channel "finding Simon" does the dive thing for boats but i'm clueless how far or where you two are..both in the middle of nowhere lol i think BC ALSO
when no one is staying there...they sell those traps that hold like a blank shot gun round and it goes off if wire it tripped ,that may keep them away?
This is really too close for comfort. I hope the property owners can help figure out a resolution. Being there all winter with that wolf doesn’t sound like fun.
Fascinating how Peach tried to howl like the wolf. Of course I’ll never know but I wonder what she was thinking or what instinctively caused her to do that. I’m still amazed at how well behaved she is. She’s a very cool friend for you. And thanks for posting the update. It’s nice knowing all is good in your corner of the world.
thanks amanda ...another great comforting video
What kind of underwork do you need for your boat? What will it need to take it to a dry dock? What work will preserve it best to sustain it for your future use?
for now just zinc replacement and a cleaning. it's quite a distance to haul it out (about 350km). i'll have to get that done next summer and at the same time scrape and paint the bottom. that'd keep it for a couple years.
@@AmandaOffGrid I have some friends on the coast with such adventure skills...I'll put the word out
Peach has got a good, deep throaty howl there, to protect you.....
Amanda, that's what they do, draw a domestic dog out and you 'll never see them again. Not a good ending
yup. coyotes do that too. peach is always on a leash now and spends much of her day in the cabin... poor girl... but at least she's safe :)
Great update. I never would suspect wolves swimming to the island.
Hey, that's cool that the wolf answered peach, be careful, enjoyed the video.
i was a bit shocked when peach started howling - haha! i read online that wolves howl to each other so they can pinpoint their locations, but domestic dogs will howl to tell the wolf to stay away as this is her territory. not sure what peach was doing :)
Thanks for walking your dogs on a leash <3
yah poor Peach is pretty much a prisoner in the cabin... for now :(. when we're outside. we're on a leash and never far from shelter.
@@AmandaOffGrid I’m sure she appreciates it too!
oh oh....Peach puppies....
why did i laugh at this - hahaha!! i think they're more interested in Peach as an appetizer :(
Hi from Ontario
and Hi from New Zealand!
Hello there!
hello!!!
Hi wow that’s a bit scary ! Keep your dog near , they will and have your dog ear marked , what would their natural prey be on your the island ? Do they swim over and leave again? I would worry if their is no natural prey …. Your prepared at all times take care . Wildlife are always aware of human presence .. a trail cam could show the wildlife pattern. Both for your safety and biodiversity Count . 😊.
oh yes, they know she's here and i'm sure they're returning to try and lure her out. we do get a lot of deer on the property, but they only show up at night now, so the wolves aren't here for them at 6:30 in the morning. the owner did put a few trail cams up a couple weeks ago, but i'm not sure where. i might get my own. i am hoping they'll leave in the fall!
It took me a few tries to get a starter going properly. Good luck.
You are a great worker.
Your dog will be great after she’s sure she is safe with you. Nice job😊
Noice video
And I was loving that little bounce as you were walking along❤
It was fun to see you cook and see the beautiful cabins
I just love Amanda and this channel.!
That tahini recipe looks great - I've only ever bought tahini from the store to make hummus. More cooking segments, perhaps? 😁
I saw a report on Global today, that showed a Mamma and cubs that had swimmed across the bay, authorities say it's good that they are heading to their natural grounds? Stay safe! ua-cam.com/video/N4mdAx2ygHk/v-deo.htmlsi=6hL4UnTkni6I4zsd
I live on a small residential island in Niagara Falls, NY. It has been so wet this summer that I have marsh like conditions in my front yard from all the rain and my sump pump discharge. I've lived here 49 years and this is the first time it's been like this. We've had a really "tropical" summer until this week. Cooled down to upper 60s and it's a welcome change!! We have a few fox and coyotes here, plus deer once in awhile. They swim the river and land occasionally. I've not sen them, but other residents mention seeing them occasionally. Glad you're keeping Peach on leash. Like most young dogs, she's too curious for her own good😂 I've read a lot of books this summer because of the weather! I don't have tv, just watch a few favorite shows online. However, cell reception is sometimes inconsistent, so reading is less frustrating 😊 I enjoy your videos when I get the chance to watch. I just watched one of your earlier ones where you were still living on your boat and had a seal "visit" several times!! Be careful and enjoy what remains of your summer.
Took a peak, long daylight here in saskland, winter comes will try to fit in some catch up vids! Sounds like a wonderful life. Good health to you! Thank for the post!(lots of work)!
Hi Amanda, so refreshing to see your greenery, listen about your wildlife and I will try the tahini. Love from Italy 🎉❤
i`d be carrying a pistol for sure - get familiar with one - i wouldn`t even count on bear spray
Hi Amanda, great episode ❤ would be nice to visit their one day
Hi Amanda, I am Mike from new zealand, may I ask what the deal is with the air bnb. Im interested in in knowing what is like to be in a situation alone and offgrid. Thank you. Mike in New Zealand
Glad you & Peach are safe after your bear encounter! I'm used to watching out for snakes, so I'm not sure how I'd handle coming face to face with a bear! What's the warmest that it gets in your area? I'm in the south and we're baking with temps in the upper 90's. It's nice to see your videos and dream of cooler weather! Stay safe. Thanks for the recipe for Tahini. I'll give it a try!
Ok, lots of guests, bears and wolves aside the really important question is,,,,, was crunchy or smooth peanut butter? ;-)
haha 😆… smooth!!
Happy to see you and Peach are doing well 🦮❤ The cooking part of your latest video is really interesting! I never knew that making your own tahini is quite easy 😄 I think I´ll try making that as well! May I ask what you usually eat on the island? All the best to you and Peach! Be blessed 🥰
it's so easy!! and so much healthier for you if you use a good healthy oil :)!! i eat a lot of eggs :)! i stock up on those. i don't eat gluten, so no bread. i just made myself some thai chicken with rice :).