How Much Does it Cost to Live Off the Grid?
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- Опубліковано 29 чер 2020
- In this video we will take an in depth look at how much it really costs to live off the grid. We will look at my expenses for the month of June and calculate our monthly and annual spending and then look at all the ways we are saving money by living off the grid.
Join my dog and I at our wilderness homestead in the Canadian North. This channel features videos on off-the-grid lifestyle and building, trapline adventures, hunting, fishing, trucks and much more!
I live off the land in a self reliant and self sufficient lifestyle. The land provides me with everything I need. My offgrid cabin is solar powered, heated by a wood stove and most everything I eat comes from the land; fish, eggs from my chickens, and many different wild game species. The lifestyle I live is essentially expense free and blesses me with the opportunity to do whatever I please.
In the winter months we head out on the trapline and ethically harvest fur bearing animals. Through moderate and sustainable methods I snare and trap these animals and work on, and sell the pelts at auction which provides a decent income for me to invest in my off the grid homestead and lifestyle.
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This video should be shown in all high schools. Being debt free is the only way to live. Good for you!
Data shows that people who graduate from university earn *far* more money in their lives than those who don't. For some people, it makes economic sense to take out student loans, if they have the right motivation and a career track where the college degree is significant.
@@dper1112 Many are stuck not liking what they do, but loans to pay. Well, Gates, Zuckerberg, Bronson did not quite finish.
YES THEY SHOULD , HOW WISE THIS BOY IS , UNBELIEVABLE , AND SO GOOD AT WORKING WITH WOOD , THEY SHOULD MAKE A DOCUMENTARY ABOUT HIM , HE DESERVES IT , BLESS HIM
dper1112 earning money doesn’t buy happiness !! This boy is liberated from the rat 🐀 race
@@mrcwoodworks4523 "Freedom, Sancho, is one of the most precious gifts heaven gave to men; the treasures under the earth and beneath the sea cannot compare to it; for freedom, as well as for honor, one can and should risk one’s life, while captivity, on the other hand, is the greatest evil that can befall men."
Miguel de Cervantes, El ingenioso hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha
"Its a tiny little shack. There is nothing impressive about it" Except it was built by a wise young man working alone...
thanks my friend
@@TraplinesandInlines You're truly inspirational.
@@TraplinesandInlines lol
Ditoo.....what a wise young man :) You are much wealthier than most. Most people are in debt so far they will never be free.
yes
"It's so counterproductive to get ahead by starting from behind" - that was a profound moment for me. Thank you! I needed to hear that!
That really stuck with me too, pretty wise words
@@mrandersen6872 Dito
As do many others !
There's good debt and bad debt. There's nothing inherently wrong with debt, but yeah, i get his point.
You have no clothing cost . You wear long pants until they turn into shorts. LOL , great video
hahaha thats right buddy
What about laundry?
Buy jeans too!! They last forever!!
Doesnt it just make your heart happy to know someone is living like that. i love it
So Canadian that he makes Letterkenny sound like Jersey Shore.
I suggest you let that one marinate
@@slimedogasmr no shit !
You’re wise beyond your years friend. Plus you’re living a great life.
thanks my friend
Definitely an old soul good on ya buddy
Nice to see a young fella with his head screwed on straight in this day and age.
thank you very much my friend!
Seriously....even ppl my age have lost their damn minds. 34.
Amen. 😊
Not wanting to owe anything is a great mindset to have mate. Look after the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves.
yep, I still don't get why do I have to use a credit card if I have enough money on my debit card. Why do I have to borrow money if I don't have to? There only reason I use my credit card is to build my credit history - you would not be able to rent a place or buy a home.
Andrii yeah it’s not fun is it. Matey has it right, get some land and live the dream. All you need is pop and margarine and you’ll lead a happy life
@@andrii3810 I used a credit card for years when things were tight, once when I couldn't pay at month's end- gas boiler for heating/hot water Feb 77. Couldn't take cheapest estimates, they needed cash or cheques. Mar-June 77 = hard times. Since then, I've gently negotiated with suppliers, workers about methods of payment. I have a bank account so my credit rating is OK. I've rented places without problems. Had to show my tax returns, however.
@@andrii3810 Another reason why credit cards is because they offer purchase protection for everything you buy whether the product has a warranty or not. Also, the ideal way to use them is to not leave any balance on them. If you have the money on the debit card, Perfect! Use the credit card and as soon as it shows up on the card, pay it off. You'll accrue points for bonuses, purchase protection, and never have to pay any extra interest, And your credit will stay up. So long as you only use it for normal things you were going to buy normally.
@@trinsit Yeah it seems like people are taking what he's saying way too literally. When he talks about debt, people think he's saying never take on any kind of debt... Which is just silly. If you are on top of your bills, and don't let a charge sit for months, there is no way for you to gradually dig yourself into debt. Similarly, what he's doing is not for everyone, so for them taking on some debt might be a preferable idea, provided that debt can eventually pay off (college education, business loan, etc).
Traplines is smart, and I'm sure regardless of where he ended up- off the grid or on it- he would be okay. He even states that he's never let himself get hit with an interest payment on a credit card, and that's a talent not many people have these days.
You're an extremely intelligent, well-read young man. And most impressive of all, you are loaded with a rare commodity these days ...COMMON SENSE!
I love that quote “it’s counterproductive to try to get ahead by starting behind”
Living a simple life and not needing all the things in the world today will give you a happy and contented life, congratulations on making good choices
Thanks my friend
@@TraplinesandInlines 17th
It's refreshing to see a young man with a level head on his shoulders. The borrower is slave to the lender.
Thanks my friend! You must watch Dave Ramsey, or read the Bible!
I get told that living off grid is unethical and not possible..
What about. Medical insurance?
I really enjoy your channel. At 35 years old I’m tired of the rat race of modern society. It’s all debt driven, toxic and unhealthy. I want to move to either Canada or Alaska and experience a similar life to what you are living. Also, I LOVE your little shack. It’s very close to what I’d would want to build and it’s 10x better than the last 7 apartments I’ve lived in. Thanks for the inspiration.
Young man you own more things than many people in their 50s. keep at it! You're doing great! #Respect
Hey Buddy. Being from Wisconsin. I buy my own tools etc to fix everything. I never borrowed a dime in my life from a Bank. Own all my stuff free and clear at 59. Doing just like you. Find a Woman that Works and thinks you are "Handy like Red Green" and you are Golden.
Been watching tons of off grid and alternative lifestyle channels lately - most of them American or overseas. Really great to see a Canadian living the dream!
Eh, I agree 😄👍 🇨🇦
Hey man, i’m just gettin into these videos. Do you have any suggestions for some other off grid videos/ channels to watch?
Your parents and grandparents, hell, the whole family must be bursting with pride for you. At 17 / 18 years old and to have your shit together the way you do is refreshing and impressive. I found you by accident because I was researching compost toilets when I found your outhouse video. I find myself randomly watching your videos because I know it will put a smile on my face, you're such a joy to watch. And not just you, love how the dog fits right into your scene. I want to get my grandson interested in your videos, because you're the perfect role model for him. Thank you so much for your videos and sharing your humanity. Bless you.
I agree kaz! Such a wholesome and humble young man
I lived in a tent in the woods in Nova scotia, Canada where I was young. I took Carpentry as a Trade but ended up learning alot on sites from more seasoned workers. I eventually built myself a Cabin, off grid (Before it was Cool to do). I saved my money and eventually build a Cottage, 25x30. I setup some solar, had a water system installed. Still shitting in the woods but was still debt free and credit card free at the age of 20. I'm 35 now and virtually retired. I have money saved and invested. I have a small business, building and landscaping. Most of the Modern Luxury is brought to my Home now. I have internet now, wireless. I have a Substantial Solar Sysytem which can handle everything I need. I rent out my old original cabin that sits up the river from my Cottage. It's good to see more people doing this nowadays. It is the way to go. No debt and no $400k home on a 3/4 acre lot.
Have you ever heard strange things in the woods??
@@tenochtitlan6905 Always. My first few years I was terrified of a noise I kept hearing. Not every night but enough nights I knew this thing was stalking me. I got the balls to go investigate it one night. It was a nasty Whining sort of Screech noise. Sounded angry and hurt to me, which is a dangerous combo on most cases. Make along story short my Frightening noise ended up being a Porcupine lol not a word of a lie. I was pretty much terrified of a Porcupine. They do make some pretty creepy sounds. Other then that Porcupine Haunting no, no real scary noises. Just the sounds of nature.
Music to my ears. Peace from Montréal dear friend
“It’s just so counterproductive to get ahead by starting behind.” Sounds simple because IT IS! Great job dude.
I think you are headed the right way. The way things are going today you need to have no credit cards and live off grid. Way to go my man. You are on the right track. God bless stay safe ♥️🇺🇸🌹
Well done You're in a place where a lot of people wish they could be. Enjoy it.
Smart man.
Notice how I didn't write smart kid.
thanks buddy aprreciate it
More mature than most kids.
YOU ARE TRULY WISE , WHAT YOU DO IS INCREDIBLE , YOUR PARENTS ARE BLESSED TO HAVE A SON LIKE YOU , BLESSINGS , ALL THOSE FRESH EGGS , LOTS OF LOVE **
Thank you very much my friend I appreciate that!
Where do you sell your eggs?
Old soul to come back and journey some more. Keep flowing my friend, just as the streams, the clouds and the birds chirping. Music to my ears
Thanks for the info and such =)
And such
The way you are living your life is the way that I’ve always pictured my life. Small cabin in the woods, near a small lake with a dog by my side. I admire you for making it happen for yourself. Thank you for sharing!
That’s because they way society has evolved for us to live is completely unnatural, the cabin in the woods is REAL LIFE
Glad you made this video. Ive been wanting to go off grid for years. This just fueled the desire. Thanks bud.
Thank you very much for sharing man. I appreciate your willingness to talk specific numbers. You seem like a cool dude with a good head on your shoulders. I wish you the best!
Great stuff.... You've got a very mint "shack" with NO debt, and a nice pooch to boot! You're a hard working and clever young man.... Keep it up and thanks for all of the laughs...
I think that it's really cool to have the off the grid life. I'm glad you're making the dream work.
Great information. Thank you for sharing. I wish you and yours success as you continue to thrive in your endeavors. SE USA here.
You are a great guy, wish young people in America had your wisdom. I hope, someday you find that special person to share your life with.
Revaluating my life 28 years too late, lol!!! Good for you man!!!
Hey just as a concern for your health, I work with batteries quite a bit, and the battery you're using on your solar set up is a battery that vents caustic gases that can be very harmful. I recommend boxing it in and venting it outside, or move it outside and run wires to the inside. You vids are awesome, just looking out for my fellow nature guy.
I like that this works for you. I love the freedom it gives you. As your life grows changes and such you will be better equipped to deal with whatever comes.
good video its a nice feeling when you own 100% of your things keep it that way
Wow someone that actually knows a vehicle is a liability and not and "investment"..you really have things together financially. I can tell you that since covid it is really nice not having loans on every living thing I own. You got the mind set, you got the place and its going to be real smooth.
Technically a vehicle is an asset because it has value as you can sell it for cash. All accounting guidelines (GAAP or IFRS) require a vehicle be categorized on a balance sheet under assets. Yes, a vehicle has expenses associated with it but those go on the income statement and are never put on a balance sheet as a liability as that is wrong. An investment would imply either market value is increasing or there is a cash flow generated. But I do understand why people would refer to a vehicle as a liability, just saying it isn't technically accurate.
Can’t wait to take y’all along with me on my journey❤️ can tell me and this guy cut from the same cloth I’m 19 and closing on my 30 acres in November…next year I’ll build my home and live off grid in the bush, knew this was my path since a young boy and put my nose to the grindstone to live free as a bird, right down to saving pennies off the ground and recycling cans….can’t wait to take y’all along with me! I’ll begin my videos and get active on UA-cam soon🤟🏼✌🏼
Man. You really have a good thought process on everything. You keep it simple but efficient. Everything seems to have a double purpose.
Hey brother, you sir are VERY smart and responsible. I wish more young people will follow your lead. Keep up the good work, just subscribed and anxious to go back and watch more of your previous videos.
I'm from the opposite side of the world, and the mindset here is so different. Just hearing that the first thing you wanted to do after school was put on the big boy pants, get a living arrangement, job, skills, and actually choose what is best and right for you, it's truly amazing for me to hear.
We are not taught anything like it, if anything we are deeply discouraged from it.
According to my country mentality and standards I'm doing perfectly fine, if not a bit successful and ahead. However I'm nowhere close where you are and soon I'll be 30. I'm really far from getting my own actual place, having a lifestyle I'd choose, having time for myself, to read, to learn, to relax and to actually live a little and stop putting myself on such stressful environments.
I congratulate you and applaud your wisdom and humbleness. I wish you the best of luck!
The world needs more people like you!! Most people think they need so much more than what they actually need. If you have a roof over you head, food in your belly and clothes on your back you are blessed more than you know.
thank you my friend, you got that right!
Great outlook you have with money! Appreciate you documenting it :)
He has a rather genuine personality. Very enjoyable! Subbed.
Your content is top notch! Real mint buddy. I love everything you put out! Deadly no doubt
Thanks my friend
You are a breath of fresh air! Kudos to you for being self sufficient in all areas..not only mechanics, but your building aptitude, and economics!! Never change!
thank you kindly my friend
Awsome outlook at life. I share your meanings. Especially wanting to own everything. I do the same as you and keep older cars that i can fix myself or just scrap if something major happens. I ended up with a house loan, but im paying it off quick.
Keep on working and saving! But dont forget to enjoy life also!
I could hug you young man!!! So inspiring!!
I wished I had your knowledge when I was your age.
God bless you!!
Very great and informative video bud! You've just earned yourself a new subscriber
Great job on this vid! I really enjoyed hearing your thoughts on finances. I think a lot of your followers can relate to the liberating feeling of of being debt free (or at least aspire to it). You’re a wealthy man! Keep up the great work.
thank you kindly my friend
So many words of wisdom and motivation in one video with an amazing backdrop 👌🏽
“It’s so counterproductive to get ahead by starting behind” I’ve been saying this for years and it’s nice to hear it from someone else for a change
Your a smart kid. You have life all figured out. Stay safe and well.
thanks my friend you as well
Man making me feel bad about my "normal" lifestyle. Granted my wife and kids would NOT be down for any off grid living or even downsizing much. Think the takeaway here for most of us is just to really examine your life and see what's important and what's just excess for the sake of excess.
Of course a married man with kids could go off grid. Just watch Mesquito Coast! It worked out so good with him and his family!
Big time
I have watched and rewatched a ton of your videos. So interesting
Pat yourself on the back. This was quite impressive, really for your age.
Impressive no matter his age
Skills and mindset, you're set for life young one.
I wish I'd had your wisdom and independent financial mindset when I was your age. I wasted so much money along the way. I wish I had known better to use less and save more so that I could retire from work early in life.
I can thank YT for educating me on being debt free and living below my means. At 30 I bought my first house ($83k), a foreclosure that needed minimal work. My homes value has increased by 130%, and I will have financed it for 20 years vs 30. My monthly mortgage is $379.29 for 2025 sf, 4 beds and 3 baths. Now I dream of tiny off grid living and I already have 1 acre of property in North Georgia where I plan to build something in the next 2 years (currently saving too). The question is weather to sell my investment of use it as income ($1750.00 rental value). Rental will give me a long source of income (minus tax, insurance, maintenance), I would say to pocket $1200 monthly. I basically saved through college to put down 20% and have $10k to improve my home. I can say it was a very smart decision because walking into my home was an instant $125k savings account, no PMI either! Those savings tactics were taught in school (Private education), YT has taught me so much more...lol! I can turn $30 of seed and fertilizer into 6 months worth of groceries, why is public assistance for a family of 4 neatly $600 in the U.S? Community gardening, patio planting, gleaning, food donations, no waste, clean eating, habitat for humanity can teach us building and sustainable living too! So many options for people to be self sufficient, live below their means, live independent and debt free, the need for assistance can be reduced just through education. I think this route can be quiet AMAZING! Add programs similar to education courses, or get involved with community. Our Health Department has added raised beds outside of their building in a locked garden area, beds are rentable for the season. They provide soil and education, it promotes healthy eating in the inner city.
@@ginacarr1067 why waste ur money going to university. Ur smart to get this far. Whats university going to do other than give u an expensive piece of paper?
I just wanted to Say GREAT Video, and Great Mind.. you are truly living life its meant to be.. own your stuff, live by your rules.. Great Job from Michigan USA
Wise beyond your years! Most full-grown adults could learn a lot from you. Keep up the good work!
I'm sure a lot of people would love to hear the total cost of everything needed to build your off grid cabin! video time bud!
Each video of yours I watch the more you impress me. Your attitude, the way you approach daily issues is very refreshing, especially for a young man of your age. FYI, I am 67 years old and I just wish other young men of your age had the same attitude as you have shown. More power to you in all you do.
I second that emotion!
thank you kindly my friends
Great info! Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!
You have a lot figured out already..don't forget what you have learned ....you are blessed to be one of the few that get it....
Great video tallying up your costs of living off grid. Yeah, renting really sucks, the money spent on rent is dead money, plus the need to keep landlords happy really gives me a headache. Those chickens are awesome and farm fresh eggs are so much better than any eggs from the shops. Wonderful video my friend. ❤
thanks my friend
i have to say this impressed me dude is living debt free and smart with alot of common sense,,
Good video, smart move keeping expenses low and living simple. There is enjoyment in living that way for sure. Property taxes wasn’t on your list of expenses... unless I missed it. Thanks brother and cheers.
Who you are tomorrow greatly depends on what you do today. I’m 38 years old and consider myself an old soul but financially this young man has superceeded anything I could have fathomed! Well done 👍
Love the accent. I am from Texas so I appreciate the lifestyle you live.
This man is playing real life Minecraft
The cabin.......sometimes less is more ! Cool place....you own all your stuff and so do I ...... it’s a great feeling 👍
BIG BIG BIG thumbs up and your way of thinking, being on your own right outta high school. Tough and brave kid, well MAN now.
Someone taught you well, or you're one smart cookie. Avoiding debt is a great rule to live by. One thing I recall in the building videos was that you had to build to a certain size, otherwise imagine there would be some kind of property dwelling taxes?? (i live in upstate NY, not sure about Canada taxes)
Dude you"re sorted. Very impressive mate.
Good for you young man ! It's good to see their are young men living free
thank you my friend
Great job youngblood! I sure wish I had been as wise as you when I was your age. By the way, its a beautiful place in a beautiful place! Keep up the great work!
Damn, I live in a small house in New York and am writing checks for thousands every 2 weeks. You are living the dream brother.
World would be a much better place if everyone had your mindset. Dont know why everyone is looking for better an best when what you have is all you need. Best wishes bud, stay safe.
its so counter productive to get ahead by starting behind ,,,, well said my man ,,, i love that
Great video! You're wise beyond your years. Keep up the good work!
thank you my friend
Your in a great place where you could build onto it if more kids would be like you they would understand how happy they could be keep up the great job
thank you my friend
Hat off to you , keep growing your you tube, No debt, i love it,
thank you
How humble you are gives me hope for humanity
Great video man! Keep up the great work. Mechanics Unite!
truly impressive. can we say "grown-up" because this is what he is. very intelligent young man. I bet your parents are proud.
"Live like no one else,so you will live like no one else."Awesome job young man
Thank you my friend!
May God bless you, I hope more people would take your example.
Awesome video! it shows when a young man puts his mind in the right direction what good can happen! I didn't know you had a job outside of your cabin and trapping, interesting. You are high energy! I can see you are a warm honest man! But a first name would be nice to know! Superman you keep up the great work you are doing and popping out great videos!
Your "shack " is alot better than meny appartments iv seen and cost so much less to live in lol Great mind set for someone so young 😊
You should look into a weboost for cell coverage at the cabin. Then you could load videos from the cabin and not need to go into town as much. Maybe they will sponsor you.
Yes it is maybe a small home but boy wonderful, really so great, keep up the good job Youngman you are doing great
If you love the shack, you can always upgrade by putting on an addition. Never met such a level headed young man as you, very impressed! Love what you do and be happy.
Thank you kindly my friend! I love the shack but being my first serious build it is not up to par quality wise as a place I want to spend more money on or a considerable period of time in.
You should be very proud of yourself. I would definitely take the cabin any day over a cookie cutter house. You are an inspiration to all those who understand the simple way of life. I enjoy watching your videos.
You got it figured out bud- you should be proud, your parents too.
Thank God for yt our young people have become increasingly smart with money and living. You go, sir. Love the natural music sound of birds in the background.
You're a very smart and self sufficient young man!!! Great video.
Really great video. Owning everything and not owing anyone is liberating. Shack serves its purpose and then some and nice and cozy and paid off. Good to look at what you are saving as well because if you ever want to do something else you can just look at this video and see why that would be really dumb.
Peace and quiet and nature also, you just can't put a price on that.
thanks buddy well said. all the best
This makes me wanna move to Canada, buy a plot of land, and build a cabin
land in california sells as low as 5k.. why go to canada? if cali is that cheap imagine anywhere where else?! I live in CAli found land and going to do this myself
@@eggmanslimz How'd you manage to find land for $5k there? I'm in Missouri and it's next to impossible.
Ontario properties go for 100k plus...
TheOneWaffle Some spots near Sacramento are cheap for the area. If you don’t mind Ione, CA or Cool, CA you can find some land for under $50,000. Cool, CA in mostly in HOA “territory”, but Ione, CA is cheaper and has no HOA.
@@eggmanslimz just now saw your reply, I'd like canada cause of hockey and the cold ass weather. I already own land here in tennessee but it's a lot more than 50 grand
You’re doing it right my friend ! Keep givin er !!!!
Very insightful young man, who has figured a way to save his earnings off-grid! Congrats!