I loved the rant. #DontReadTheComments. :) Y'all are super creative, wonderfully positive, loving people who have truly encouraged me and many, many others. Happy New Year!
+Fouch-o-matic Off Grid Thank you..and you know the GOOD positive people have always outnumbered the trolls by far!! We all need to keep inspiring each other...:)) God bless
You might consider putting your drying rack(s) on pulleys, so you don't have to risk a fall by climbing on anything to hang laundry. Just lower the rack, load it them raise it back up above head height. Worth a thought, anyway. Falls are my nemesis!
Keeping the coffee away from mr. Hilder....WHAT?!?! isn't that like the pot calling the kettle black. haha. Anyway I think your videos are some of the most educational and entertaining (funny) out there. Comments offering constructive criticism are one thing but negative , ragging on you comments are another , who needs 'em? Anyway us loyal viewers are enjoying the videos and hopefully the unhappy folks will "GO" and find something more to their liking!......Happy New Year and God bless..............
Making stupid comments on UA-cam videos has become a National Pastime for a lot of people, I'm always amused by all the *"Experts"* in the comment sections.
I loved this video and the raw honestly of Mr. Hilder. I don't blame him for being fired up when people make hurtful comments on things that they themselves have no personal experience with.
+Debbie G Thanks..yes people do kinda get under his skin..its the ones w ho of course never set foot off grid and have al ot of criticism..i tell him to to ignore it..but it can be wearing!! you good guys though outweigh the bad!!
hahha Lovin Mr Hilder today.... a quick rant never hurt no one... you have some nice snow, we did not even get a flake over here, nevermind.. look forward to your next video
Refrigerator out side, GUARD against rats, mice other varmints getting into the motor, wiring (works) I lost one before I encased the outside refridge works in 1/4" hardware cloth to keep the boogers out.
I think I could do this thing Starry but I might need several women instead of just one! I mean, the LABOR ya know?! Not "going into labor"!! at my age (50) but the work involved with creating all that! I'd need to become a polygamist like my Mormon ancestors! lol! What would you do if "Mr Hilder" as you call him, wanted another chick to join yall!!?lol! Ya'll are conservatives aren't you? Chuckling a bit... I mean, I heard you dissing on Obama so that's what I suspect. This is really just a fer fun comment.
Give your chickens suet it will help keep them warm and not so hungry. I love the way you are living your life and thank you for sharing it. Tell Mr. Hilder to ignore the trolls.
Give it a shot nothing ventured nothing gained. I would suggest adding some scratch to it you know like what you feed wild birds. Love your videos keep em coming and God Bless
Hi guys! I appreciate your advice and have learned more of your tips to help me live a more sustainable life. Thank you for sharing and I look forward to seeing your videos!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Hello Starry & Mr H it was 81 in georgia on christmas day ! not very christmasie Mr H dont let the negative comments rattle you sir ... the normal same folks are getting few n far between now a days lol ... Starry is your floor stained concrete ? thats what im leaning towards with radiant heat of course ... well thanks guys have a great day n keep up the good work !
Tell Mr. Hilder that for every one comment that irritates him, there are ten people who "get it". Thanks for all the videos. Love that plow attachment. Thanks for the deer "Christmas card".
+amycrafts2012 Thanks for the positive words..I keep telling him..dont worry about the 1%..its all about the other good people we are helping ..LIKE you..thanks you!!
If you are living like savages, sign us up! That million-dollar view you have is well worth any inconveniences you have to deal with. Buck up, Mr. Hilder.😀 Don't let the idiots get you down.😉
Thank you for the glorious example that you two are for Off the grid living!! Mr.Hilder sure was the star of the show today lol but he does alot of hard work to keep the home stead running and also has great advice. You are truly Blessed to have the home stead and husband you have. Keep up the Good work!!!!
too true. Americans have forgot the value of simplicity. peace. get all the clutter out of out lives. and to main stream media. 》》》ie...the More Family.....I dispose that comercial
+GooseArrow You hit the nail on the head...we all are to accustomed to conveniences..luxury..and that makes us dependent and lazy and vulnerable. we forget to us our hands our brains our backs!! glad you get it!!
Trust me when I tell you, I completely understand Mr. Hilder's frustration with some of the comments you can get on UA-cam. I've had my share too. I guess that's just the so called, "nature of the beast" when sharing on social networks. By the way, the fridge outside is an excellent idea.
I wish I had his energy. Actually, the silly questioners probably get it but looooove to stir the pot. If trolls rile you, they win. But...you two are really winning and living the life you want. Oooooo...cool drying racks we lived on 110 acres for a couple years and named the resident deer. Thanks for a fun post!
+Suzy Q they only rile me for a minute, then i come to my senses and laugh, like you said i'm living exactly how i want to! thanks for your comment. mr.h
+Starry Hilder Love the drying racks. Sis I do like to have power but like you say we can cut off the power and still live. It's not fun at a; and when it's over 110 out but why do that when I do not have to. If i can do solaron less than 8-- bucks in weeks of in come. Than most peeps can do it as well. Like you guys the one thing we have that we do not need to have is Enex. We do not have cells phones cable TV andmy trick is a 1997 with 25k mills on it. We live happy for the most part. Lest few weeks been hard due to the lack of food but that is life. Thanks for all you do for us. Yall are a true blessing to us. Keep it up. God Bless.
Your compassion to be self sufficient is showing great progress in minimal survival but with flair. You lack nothing and as long as you keep your health you will prosper. Thank you for sharing your lessons of living off the grid. It will help many to understand the words "can do"!
Mr. H, this may be my rant...You are absolutely right. If you work during the day and some nights or evenings you do not have time to be playing on internet and/or using a ton of electric. This applies to farmers as much as homesteaders. Both are hard working people as you and your little lady. I would not worry about the nastiness of some internet trolls who find it necessary to be mean, there are many negative people who are local and the You Tube trolls add to that is crazy. Keep positive! First I use You Tube as an informational and learning tool, not to put others down. Your channel and others who I follow help me in not making mistakes or learning an easy way to do things by watching and listening to people who live it. So you guys enjoy your beautiful homestead. Happy New Year and God Bless.
+wvtxpen2000 Thanks for your feedback.....Im glad you getting useful info and get that we work hard...and appreciate life!! The trolls...yep..they will always be there...but thats life..right!! Thank you!!
That was my first question. Just how much coffee did himself have this morning! LOL BUT, he is right.Oh, and speaking of snow shoveling. Something I discovered years ago back in Northern MN for shoveling snow was an aluminum grain scoop. I've had mine for about 40 years all I've had to do was file the burr off the edge once in awhile.
I feel your cold. We are getting ready for a ice strom blowing in. The importants of being prepared is critical. Good information I take it seriously. You are right on point. Thank you God bless.
Hi guys! Hope you had a blessed Christmas! Thank you for your great videos and information you give. I understand what you you mean about people not understanding how you live, it is a great way to live! Not always easy but its the only way for me. Starry, you crack me up when you talk about Mr. Hilder and pan back at yourself with that look on your face! Priceless!! You bring joy to my heart, thank you and God bless you both. Oh, I really love Mr. Hilders deer mounts! Nice!!
I usually don't comment, but I found your channel and love your shows. I chose this one to comment on because I liked the honesty. You are opening your life and lifestyle out to the world and I appreciate that. I love the gardening methods and have learned some good tips that I can't wait to try when the weather is ready. However as a blogger and writer, I get the comments stress. I had a cheesecake recipe that went viral and it had four ingredients. It was a family recipe and just shared because I thought other people might enjoy it. Do you know I got cursed out for that? For a cheesecake recipe and I couldn't imagine the amount of madness you guys get. Sharing your life is personal and I think many would feel different if the lens was turned around. It's brave to put it all out there and the subject matter couldn't be better. I hope the small percentage of negative don't get to you both. Looking forward to more garden videos. Seeing the results in your videos is amazing and so encouraging! Such a great energy.God Bless.
+Jennifer Sisson Well bless you for such a thoughtful comment..it is PEOPLE like you and my faith in god that keep sme going..ANd it keeps me from feeding into any negative stuff. I pray for those people who dont have the Lord or have no joy. Its sad! But I am truly blessed to for the most part people are awesome and very positive!! But yes, there are all kinds out there as you have experienced!! Im glad you are enjoying..May God bless you dear!! Thanks for taking the time to share with me!!
So glad everything is going so well for you this winter. We are enjoying the snow here at our homestead and loving life just like you and your hubby. Enjoyed your video as always.
What a great video! Don't let the haters get you down. When you put yourself in the public eye, there will always be the haters. Don't listen to them!! Your homestead is beautiful!
My hat is off to you two! Keep fighting the good fight. I share this quote from Teddy Roosevelt: "It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat."
Cant wait to see the plow video you do, really interested in showing my husband when it comes up. Dont worry about negative comments, your videos are very informative and anyone watching regularly are watching for good info and not here to put you guys down, those people are just hating their life and want to bring others down to their level. Keep it up, Love your videos!!
we raised about 30 chickens on our place and ducks,we had an area we threw table scraps-potato peelings,peach seeds,etc, the chickens,ducks birds and even the cows loved it..:)
I think you guys are great! I wish I had someone to do this with. I might not make it work, but I would love to try. so you guys are blessed to have each other!
You guys made my day. Honestly got excited when I saw a new video, would love to see a video on the new plow. I also would rather learn from people like you that are actually living the off grid life and teaching all of us what has worked and what has not by trial and error. Makes perfect sense why the fridge is outside during the winter. Duh. Thank you
"Smile and wave" is are modo around here for the know it alls :) Awsome video editing! Your editing skills are growing :) As for the Internet. I compare it to a good and evil. It is your choice on how to use it. I personally love it. I choose to use it for good and have learned and seen things that I would never had the opportunity to if there were none :) So tell mr Hilder to "Smile and Wave " to the nay sayers :) Love your channel :)
Hey, I here you! a big Happy Thanksgiving from over here in Manitoba I live out in the Riding Mountain area on a small acreage and work in the big city of Winnipeg a 2 hour 34 minute commute. I look forward to watching more of your videos. Please feel free to check out my videos as well.
Oh my goodness, Mr Hilder's rant was so funny, made my day! LOL He done it in such a nice way. I loved this video! Seriously though, it's kinda crazy to try to tell someone a better way to do things off grid when they are not doing it themselves, and you guys are, and doing it very well if you ask me. People crack me up.
Well said Mr H. Our homestead isn't off grid but I get the same thing. People who think they know better. Drives me nuts. Know one knows what works best for you on your homestead.
"Get your advice from people that are actually lining it." Great words of wisdom for ANY endeavor! Happy New Year guys! I always thought I would like this lifestyle, but I'm afraid that if I REALLY got into it the physical and mental requirements would be too demanding. Our Itsy Farm, in central Georgia, at the end of the paved road, with relatively snow-free winters and relatively hot summers is about as much "off grid" as I can stand...LOL
I love your homestead. I think it's great and you all have done a great job setting it all up. I know you live comfortably and do not do without. You are truly blessed! Btw, you all have enough antlers to hang up lots of clothes and coats using them. I've never seen so many deer antlers in my life, LOL Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and will have an awesome New Year!
you are so right - to each their own... the greatest thing about living off grid on your homestead is you get to be the king/queen of your homestead, of your domain. you get to live your life any way you want to. if you want to live without solar so be it if you want to live with 100k watts of solar so be it. its your homestead live it the way you want to.... you folks are right on with your style. by the way I love that snow plow. I am gauging this winter to see if I really need one or wait or ??? I look forward to your video on the plow. ... stay warm.
Lol! Mr. Hillder, I know this was a while ago, but I have to say that it seems to me, after watching many such shows, that living successfully off grid on a homestead requires a great deal of common sense, and a good work ethic, two things that many people lack, especially these days😏. That's why so few people can do what you two do, so keep up the good work!😄👏
Mr Hilder is HAPPY, and he is right also. Mainten.ance on a homestead is never ending. :-) In winter I barely use the fridge. Actually in a normal winter, it keep things from freezing :-/
Bless you Mr. Hilder ...lol...The people who talk crap...are usually the ones who really want to have the courage to go Off Grid....Yes Bless Him Starry...Let Him Rant.... Lol....I can only imagine how Free you must feel....Love You Two....Happy New Year....Many Blessings.......
Nice to see that snow is wonderful we have just had rain here for the last two weeks ! Hope you have had a great Christmas and thank you for all of your videos in 2015.
Hi Starry and Mr Hilder from Mr Nick Wiese: 2"blu foam is good stuff! for the refridge.& freezer outside. consider a Dunfoss conpressor 12V. or 110V. for on the top, Silver solder & R34 freon is reasonable. blue foam on all sides, Formica type Laminate using 3M fastbond contact cement is good on top of the foam (this is what Sunfrost did for 30 years) This is what we did 40 years ago! and it still works. Even the Battery bank gets insulated for winter power, a custom tracker info. is in the works. That you can build. Backwoods solar has a neat little meter for power use! good luck Nick W.
If you haven't already, I'd like to see a video "geeking out" on the solar setup. How many watts of panels? Mono vs poly? Battery bank? Charge controllers? Performance in winter vs summer? I'm curious, because in the past I assumed that 1000s of watts of panels would be required, but lately I find myself questioning my math because it seems as though I could run a small apartment/home off of just 1-300 watts (assuming some work such as heating could be offloaded to other things). Anywho, thanks for the videos, they are all much appreciated.
Nice to meet you both - I posted you vid on Facebook as I have friends (almost 750) in Canada, Maine, MI, WI as well as FL, GA, NC, CA, NM many will be interested in what you've shared (clothes dryer - great idea) especially would like to know all about what you're doing with the chickens that they lay in winter. The snow plow is interesting did you 'name it'? You said you had a vid on it - I'll look for that. I'm interested in how you got started, what your annual cost(s) are and how you meet them. Taxes, vehicle insurance, medical, etc. Also, what (if anything) you would've done differently.
Good advice - the fridge outside makes sense or a kitchen outside. Without electric you get up with the sun and go to bed when it goes down. A healthier lifestyle
First, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to our Idahoan,Inspirational,self sufficient/suatainable peas in a pod. Second, a quasi cathartic rant is good and educational. Better than switching to decaf. Third,more on that snow plow. Looks great guys. All the best,with admiration always,phil>------->
Clever idea on the drying racks. I went from CFL to LED light Bulbs...electric company has been out 3 times to check on low energy use...ha...nope, the meter does work says they scratching their heads...I use 2.1 kw per month...I even use a light from 4 to midnight. Best
Another wonderfully happy video.. Thanks so much for shaaring your wonderful life with us. Yes, at times there is hardship but there are many more wonderful things that outweigh those hardships. Just look at the beauty which abounds all around you. Your location looks amazing and so serene. God Bless you and keep you both safe, warm and cozy. I just love your wonderful happiness and your amazing bountiful energy.
You guys are living my dream! Its very hard to live like this in Belgium.. i'd have to pay €160.000 for a piece of land thats somewhat in the countryside. When I look up land in the USA i can find a mountaintop for $12.000 its insanely cheap!! I'd love to move one of these years when i save up a little more and get an RV lol
We just love you two!!! Mr. Hilder is awesome and so are you!!!! Don't let those negative Nelly's and Ned's get to you!! They probably do it to get a response, or they're jealous, because they don't have the guts or fortitude to do what you two are doing, and they don't have awesome videos to put out! You have amazing videos that help all of us!!! God bless both of you big giant bunches!!!❤️
I just can't wrap my head around why anyone would take issue with your outdoor fridge. If you can chill your food for free just using nature, why wouldn't you? Saves power for other things! :-) Anyway, I love your videos. Thanks for taking the time to show us all how you're getting things done.
Hi Starry I am not sure if you take requests but I would like to know more about your diet. And that you are a nurse I think you have great input. I found your Homestead nurse channel and watched a few of those about salt and heart health. Thank you for your warm and wonderful self. My hubby and I love watching your channel and enjoy Mr. Hilder when he chimes in as well. Happy New Year to you Both and the Pups!!
I really liked this video. Good down to earth truth. Forget the negative people not worth your time. Keep doing what you do, I look forward to each new video. Oh quick question. What food mill do u use? Non electric. I looked on ur website didn't see one. Thanks again!! Zamira
Loved this video, so genuine. Cant wait to have my own homestead, I am currently saving for land in the UK and learning everything I can about the lifestyle in the time being! Works really getting me down but you both keep me motivated! Thank you both for all your info, keep the up loads coming!
Starry is going to need our help, she has been in a bad accident. Details are here: www.gofundme.com/starryhilder A GoFundMe page was started on her behalf. Even $1 would go a long way to help her during this crisis in her and her family's life. I created an email address that I will share with Starry and her family, they will receive 100% of the proceeds by using this address. I have listed the address at the hospital where you can send cards or care packages on the GoFundMe page if you prefer send something through the mail, just so everything is in one central location. Starry has a daytime job as a nurse and needs our support to help with bills and running her homestead while she is recovering. As you all know she also contributes immensely to her homestead's upkeep and her contribution will be missed. If everyone donates only $1 it will go a long way to help her keep things running. If you can't donate but still want to help, here is a poster you can print and share: tinyurl.com/j988m54 Here is a link to an update video she posted yesterday: ua-cam.com/video/4Til0Cj-yKc/v-deo.html Thank you for anything you can do to help.
Bad comments are probably coming from city folks who live in a house without a real fireplace. One bad storm and they're freezing, starving, and screaming for government assistance. You folks rock!
how many acreas are you folks on and is property tax high ...here in southern tier ny cattragus county freedom 14065 built a log sided garage taxes went high have natural spring for free water septic already in and cheap electric from village nearby arcade since it's real cheap 2 cents a kilowatt they have deal with state from hydro power from niagra falls ...but use mostly wood stove since on 22 acreas mostly woods. ...but to build any kind of home they have huge list of building codes you must follow or risk geting legal action. ..plus after geting approval for 1000 sft basic home found out they wanted $6000 property taxes between county and school and town taxes ...so for now live in barn up stairs ...but love the out door country life so thinking about selling everything move out of ny state and head out your way ..ware a person can be more free with out big brother telling you what to do and in your pockets. ..ps gentlemen down the road on 70 acreas had the town come out measure his deck found out it was bigger then they new so they raised his property tax a few dollars true story
Hi Again, If you were to google the Trossachs in Scotland you would find our terrain is identical to yours....less the Bears. ha ha As I and many others seek to live off grid it's essential we gain the right information and that is where you come in with your knowledge. If the Internet went down for whatever reason then we would lose all your info but if we had DVD box sets then we could use our DVD player (powered by solar panel energy) to go over any subject needed as and when. You and Mr Hilder hold so much info that it needs to be harvested and sold to those interested before the SHTF and the internet goes off.
I found your channel recently and subscribed instantly, and have binge watched a ridiculous amount of your videos! Your spirit and ethusiasm for life is so awesome and just very inspiring and heartwarming. I just have to say thank you for putting out very informational and real life content. I honestly have been wanting to make the transition for a while now and your videos and tried and tested tricks will definitely make the transition so much easier! ps screw the trolls, the positive comments outweigh all the negative by far! : ) keep up the great work starry!!!
Love the videos! It's awesome to see there are actually people doing this. Not just planning it. For years.God bless you guys and your little get away. OK you were bound to get this question, so...Have either of you seen or been visited by any bigfoots yet? They're out there!
Of all the homesteaders on YT, you two seem to be the happiest with your chosen lifestyle. Every lifestyle requires compromises of some sort. For you, these are things that can test one's commitment to off-grid living, but you always seem positive and determined to make it work.. I admire your resourcefulness and have never thought you were doing without. On the contrary, you seem to have all that you want. I can't imagine you living any other way.
You are right, a lot of people throw hate comments your way without knowing or actually living their life off grid....but yeah to each their own! I hope you guys had a great Christmas and I wish you both a very Happy New Year, full of health and good will!!
Awesome "rants." Keep up the good work of showing us how it works in real time. You are actually the best channel I have come across that explains the day to day of off grid. Thank you so much for that! Blessings!
I am so envious of your lifestyle and love your homestead set up. Mr. Hilder hit the nail on the head with his comment about listening to the people who are living it. 90% or more of what people read about how to do things is geared to SELLING people things we don't need. Unfortunately masses of people in this country have lost the ability to think for themselves. Instead they believe it's EASIER to be led around like sheep and follow the heard. I am working very hard to break that chain in my life and live a simpler more healthy and rewarding life. Thank you for your channel and inspiration. I hope you two have a wonderful and rewarding new year.
I love your channel!! I learn so much!!! One day I want to go off grid!!! Love the comment he made you should be outside during the day!! Not inside using electricity!! Very true!
You guys are funny! I liked the rant. I was wondering if you could do a video on the plow? I've never seen on like that before and I'm interested in it. What name is it etc... Thanks. Enjoy the winter.
Mr Hilder you made me giggle! I know how frustrating people can be, try not to take it to heart. From what I have seen your both very lucky people living where and like you are, if more people lived like you the world would be a better place. Common sense unfortunately is disappearing now a days, and people think they no it all because they read a book or went to college etc but until you live the life you can't really understand it! I think your both great and you have a lovely home 😊
I am watching you from Greece and I love your videos, I think you are very wise to live like that! My town is very noisy and I would love to live in a quiet place! Anyway God bless you and keep on posting interesting videos ! Nena Meimaris
You're a living proof that one can live off grid with all the modern comfort. Thanks for your inspiring videos.
God bless you !
+didine256 humans cant ever live with basics...gotta always want want want.....
I LOVE YOU GUYS! Sir, RANT allll day long! Fantastic. Until you actually live it... in anything... have grace. Y'all stay warm up there! xoxo~ Patara
I loved the rant. #DontReadTheComments. :) Y'all are super creative, wonderfully positive, loving people who have truly encouraged me and many, many others. Happy New Year!
+Fouch-o-matic Off Grid Thank you..and you know the GOOD positive people have always outnumbered the trolls by far!! We all need to keep inspiring each other...:)) God bless
WELL SAID MR HILDER thank you for the video today
+Edward Wilcox I second that! GO MR Hilder!!
Hang in there Mr. Hilder, you can do it!...The snow will melt and things will get better!
This has to be one of my favorite videos you've done!! More Mr. Hilder rants!!!
+Rob Baker haha this is him daily..I need a head cam so you can all enjoy
Savages? Oh my. People who comment like that seriously don't get it do they? Well just keep living by example and let the rest live and learn ;-)
Thank you for your videos.
+Aaron Davis Homesteading Your so very welcomed!!
You might consider putting your drying rack(s) on pulleys, so you don't have to risk a fall by climbing on anything to hang laundry. Just lower the rack, load it them raise it back up above head height. Worth a thought, anyway. Falls are my nemesis!
Keeping the coffee away from mr. Hilder....WHAT?!?! isn't that like the pot calling the kettle black. haha. Anyway I think your videos are some of the most educational and entertaining (funny) out there. Comments offering constructive criticism are one thing but negative , ragging on you comments are another , who needs 'em? Anyway us loyal viewers are enjoying the videos and hopefully the unhappy folks will "GO" and find something more to their liking!......Happy New Year and God bless..............
+Anthony Sinclair thank you. mr.h
Making stupid comments on UA-cam videos has become a National Pastime for a lot of people, I'm always amused by all the *"Experts"* in the comment sections.
+Eggplant Aubergine HAHA yep lots of experts...seems everyone is living off the grid..didnt really realize that ...haha
I loved this video and the raw honestly of Mr. Hilder. I don't blame him for being fired up when people make hurtful comments on things that they themselves have no personal experience with.
+Debbie G Thanks..yes people do kinda get under his skin..its the ones w ho of course never set foot off grid and have al ot of criticism..i tell him to to ignore it..but it can be wearing!! you good guys though outweigh the bad!!
hahha Lovin Mr Hilder today.... a quick rant never hurt no one... you have some nice snow, we did not even get a flake over here, nevermind.. look forward to your next video
Good stuff. Love your place and commitment to living off grid
Refrigerator out side, GUARD against rats, mice other varmints getting into the motor, wiring (works) I lost one before I encased the outside refridge works in 1/4" hardware cloth to keep the boogers out.
I think you guys are wonderful, keep up the great knowlege.
I think I could do this thing Starry but I might need several women instead of just one! I mean, the LABOR ya know?! Not "going into labor"!! at my age (50) but the work involved with creating all that! I'd need to become a polygamist like my Mormon ancestors! lol! What would you do if "Mr Hilder" as you call him, wanted another chick to join yall!!?lol! Ya'll are conservatives aren't you? Chuckling a bit... I mean, I heard you dissing on Obama so that's what I suspect. This is really just a fer fun comment.
+VitalityMassage I would love more wives for him!HAHA the more the merrier...and I wouldnt have to work so hard:))wink wink
Also can't wait for the plow video
Step away from the comments section, Mr. Hilder. The trolls will make you crazy. P.S. your facial hair is epic.
+Soylent Chocolate Good advice..I tell him.STEP back...take a deep breath..the basement people dont count:))) Thank you for being positive!!
Give your chickens suet it will help keep them warm and not so hungry. I love the way you are living your life and thank you for sharing it. Tell Mr. Hilder to ignore the trolls.
+pam p Suet??? I like that! Maybe I can give them coconut oil!1 I have big tubs of it!!
Give it a shot nothing ventured nothing gained. I would suggest adding some scratch to it you know like what you feed wild birds. Love your videos keep em coming and God Bless
Haha😂 "Mr Hilder getting more camera time". You guys are so cute!
Hi guys! I appreciate your advice and have learned more of your tips to help me live a more sustainable life. Thank you for sharing and I look forward to seeing your videos!!! Keep up the great work!!!
Hello Starry & Mr H it was 81 in georgia on christmas day ! not very christmasie Mr H dont let the negative comments rattle you sir ... the normal same folks are getting few n far between now a days lol ... Starry is your floor stained concrete ? thats what im leaning towards with radiant heat of course ... well thanks guys have a great day n keep up the good work !
+Michael Horsford One of her first videos shows her staining her concrete floors. Look back about three years.
+Suzy Q thanks
Tell Mr. Hilder that for every one comment that irritates him, there are ten people who "get it". Thanks for all the videos. Love that plow attachment. Thanks for the deer "Christmas card".
+amycrafts2012 Thanks for the positive words..I keep telling him..dont worry about the 1%..its all about the other good people we are helping ..LIKE you..thanks you!!
If you are living like savages, sign us up! That million-dollar view you have is well worth any inconveniences you have to deal with. Buck up, Mr. Hilder.😀 Don't let the idiots get you down.😉
Thank you for the glorious example that you two are for Off the grid living!! Mr.Hilder sure was the star of the show today lol but he does alot of hard work to keep the home stead running and also has great advice. You are truly Blessed to have the home stead and husband you have. Keep up the Good work!!!!
Luxury being the key word. People are so used to luxuries that they have no idea how to live simply. I really enjoy your videos. God bless.
too true.
Americans have forgot the value of simplicity.
peace.
get all the clutter out of out lives.
and to main stream media.
》》》ie...the More Family.....I dispose that comercial
+GooseArrow You hit the nail on the head...we all are to accustomed to conveniences..luxury..and that makes us dependent and lazy and vulnerable. we forget to us our hands our brains our backs!! glad you get it!!
Thank you. Love the videos... Hope you and Mr. Hilder had a Merry Christmas..
+sfcofi martin Happy holidays to you to!! God bless
Love your videos, you're doing things right. Thanks for another video!
+Jm Kronholm Your welcome
Trust me when I tell you, I completely understand Mr. Hilder's frustration with some of the comments you can get on UA-cam. I've had my share too. I guess that's just the so called, "nature of the beast" when sharing on social networks. By the way, the fridge outside is an excellent idea.
+GreggFLA thank you! mr.h
I wish I had his energy. Actually, the silly questioners probably get it but looooove to stir the pot. If trolls rile you, they win. But...you two are really winning and living the life you want.
Oooooo...cool drying racks
we lived on 110 acres for a couple years and named the resident deer.
Thanks for a fun post!
+Suzy Q they only rile me for a minute, then i come to my senses and laugh, like you said i'm living exactly how i want to! thanks for your comment. mr.h
+Starry Hilder Love the drying racks. Sis I do like to have power but like you say we can cut off the power and still live. It's not fun at a; and when it's over 110 out but why do that when I do not have to. If i can do solaron less than 8-- bucks in weeks of in come. Than most peeps can do it as well. Like you guys the one thing we have that we do not need to have is Enex. We do not have cells phones cable TV andmy trick is a 1997 with 25k mills on it.
We live happy for the most part. Lest few weeks been hard due to the lack of food but that is life. Thanks for all you do for us. Yall are a true blessing to us. Keep it up. God Bless.
I just love your videos. Thank you for sharing part of your life with the rest of us. I learn things from you all the time.
Your compassion to be self sufficient is showing great progress in minimal survival but with flair. You lack nothing and as long as you keep your health you will prosper. Thank you for sharing your lessons of living off the grid. It will help many to understand the words "can do"!
+Butch Mazza I like that...thanks for the thoughtful comment!!
Crush a pumpkin and throw it in!! The chickens will love it!!
Mr. H, this may be my rant...You are absolutely right. If you work during the day and some nights or evenings you do not have time to be playing on internet and/or using a ton of electric. This applies to farmers as much as homesteaders. Both are hard working people as you and your little lady. I would not worry about the nastiness of some internet trolls who find it necessary to be mean, there are many negative people who are local and the You Tube trolls add to that is crazy. Keep positive! First I use You Tube as an informational and learning tool, not to put others down. Your channel and others who I follow help me in not making mistakes or learning an easy way to do things by watching and listening to people who live it. So you guys enjoy your beautiful homestead. Happy New Year and God Bless.
+wvtxpen2000 Thanks for your feedback.....Im glad you getting useful info and get that we work hard...and appreciate life!! The trolls...yep..they will always be there...but thats life..right!! Thank you!!
you are surrounded by GODS creation and beauty... how magnificent are his blessings.....
That was my first question. Just how much coffee did himself have this morning! LOL BUT, he is right.Oh, and speaking of snow shoveling. Something I discovered years ago back in Northern MN for shoveling snow was an aluminum grain scoop. I've had mine for about 40 years all I've had to do was file the burr off the edge once in awhile.
Terrific idea! Thanks!
I feel your cold. We are getting ready for a ice strom blowing in. The importants of being prepared is critical. Good information I take it seriously. You are right on point. Thank you God bless.
Mr Hilder little rant made me bust out laughing , he sounded like me
Hi guys! Hope you had a blessed Christmas! Thank you for your great videos and information you give. I understand what you you mean about people not understanding how you live, it is a great way to live! Not always easy but its the only way for me. Starry, you crack me up when you talk about Mr. Hilder and pan back at yourself with that look on your face! Priceless!! You bring joy to my heart, thank you and God bless you both. Oh, I really love Mr. Hilders deer mounts! Nice!!
+Randy Swingle He never gets to see w hat Im doing back there..now does he??hahah now HE knows!!!
WOW!! Thanks for the video I think you guys are great!!! 95% of people watching this don't have food for 3 weeks!! Don't read bad comments! Stay warm!
+Jon Schaffer Thank you for your encouraging words!! We will stay warm and continue to live as fre and as sustainable as we can!!
Nevermind the haters you guys are doing awesome 🤙
I usually don't comment, but I found your channel and love your shows. I chose this one to comment on because I liked the honesty. You are opening your life and lifestyle out to the world and I appreciate that. I love the gardening methods and have learned some good tips that I can't wait to try when the weather is ready. However as a blogger and writer, I get the comments stress. I had a cheesecake recipe that went viral and it had four ingredients. It was a family recipe and just shared because I thought other people might enjoy it. Do you know I got cursed out for that? For a cheesecake recipe and I couldn't imagine the amount of madness you guys get. Sharing your life is personal and I think many would feel different if the lens was turned around. It's brave to put it all out there and the subject matter couldn't be better. I hope the small percentage of negative don't get to you both. Looking forward to more garden videos. Seeing the results in your videos is amazing and so encouraging! Such a great energy.God Bless.
+Jennifer Sisson Well bless you for such a thoughtful comment..it is PEOPLE like you and my faith in god that keep sme going..ANd it keeps me from feeding into any negative stuff. I pray for those people who dont have the Lord or have no joy. Its sad! But I am truly blessed to for the most part people are awesome and very positive!! But yes, there are all kinds out there as you have experienced!! Im glad you are enjoying..May God bless you dear!! Thanks for taking the time to share with me!!
So glad everything is going so well for you this winter. We are enjoying the snow here at our homestead and loving life just like you and your hubby. Enjoyed your video as always.
What a great video! Don't let the haters get you down. When you put yourself in the public eye, there will always be the haters. Don't listen to them!! Your homestead is beautiful!
+M Hohstadt THANK you..positive people outweigh the "deadbeats!:)
My hat is off to you two! Keep fighting the good fight. I share this quote from Teddy Roosevelt:
"It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat."
+Yukon Jack AMEN...that quote says it ALL!!!!
Great video , actually love the rant , truth -reality .
Cant wait to see the plow video you do, really interested in showing my husband when it comes up. Dont worry about negative comments, your videos are very informative and anyone watching regularly are watching for good info and not here to put you guys down, those people are just hating their life and want to bring others down to their level. Keep it up, Love your videos!!
+Sophia L Thanks for the great feedback..and the plow has been in use alot..so that video will be coming soon to!!
we raised about 30 chickens on our place and ducks,we had an area we threw table scraps-potato peelings,peach seeds,etc, the chickens,ducks birds and even the cows loved it..:)
+Steve Nash Scraps are awesome!!!
I think you guys are great! I wish I had someone to do this with. I might not make it work, but I would love to try. so you guys are blessed to have each other!
I envy your life style. Ant I hope Christmas went well for you guys and the rest of the season is good for you.
+Moby Dave And you to..Bless you and take care!!
Those deer coming down are so sweet love the videos
'Tis good to hear his rant. Keepin' it real.
You guys made my day. Honestly got excited when I saw a new video, would love to see a video on the new plow. I also would rather learn from people like you that are actually living the off grid life and teaching all of us what has worked and what has not by trial and error. Makes perfect sense why the fridge is outside during the winter. Duh. Thank you
+Julie Harger The plow video is coming!! glad you appreciate the real life advice...
Awesome! Looking forward to it and others. Definitely appreciate the real life advice. :)
GO Mr. Hilder Go!!!! Love his rant.... You guys are adorable.
+Sabrina W. No more coffee for him....he needs to calm down!!hahaaaa
"Smile and wave" is are modo around here for the know it alls :) Awsome video editing! Your editing skills are growing :) As for the Internet. I compare it to a good and evil. It is your choice on how to use it. I personally love it. I choose to use it for good and have learned and seen things that I would never had the opportunity to if there were none :) So tell mr Hilder to "Smile and Wave " to the nay sayers :) Love your channel :)
+Ron Hart Smile and wave..thank you for the great feedback..smile and wave!!!
Hey, I here you! a big Happy Thanksgiving from over here in Manitoba I live out in the Riding Mountain area on a small acreage and work in the big city of Winnipeg a 2 hour 34 minute commute. I look forward to watching more of your videos. Please feel free to check out my videos as well.
Oh my goodness, Mr Hilder's rant was so funny, made my day! LOL He done it in such a nice way. I loved this video! Seriously though, it's kinda crazy to try to tell someone a better way to do things off grid when they are not doing it themselves, and you guys are, and doing it very well if you ask me. People crack me up.
Well said Mr H. Our homestead isn't off grid but I get the same thing. People who think they know better. Drives me nuts. Know one knows what works best for you on your homestead.
"Get your advice from people that are actually lining it." Great words of wisdom for ANY endeavor! Happy New Year guys!
I always thought I would like this lifestyle, but I'm afraid that if I REALLY got into it the physical and mental requirements would be too demanding. Our Itsy Farm, in central Georgia, at the end of the paved road, with relatively snow-free winters and relatively hot summers is about as much "off grid" as I can stand...LOL
I love your homestead. I think it's great and you all have done a great job setting it all up. I know you live comfortably and do not do without. You are truly blessed! Btw, you all have enough antlers to hang up lots of clothes and coats using them. I've never seen so many deer antlers in my life, LOL Hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and will have an awesome New Year!
+Angela Angell Merry Christmas to you to dear and may God place His healing hands on you for t this year and years to come..
Thank you! I need all the prayers I can get!
you are so right - to each their own... the greatest thing about living off grid on your homestead is you get to be the king/queen of your homestead, of your domain. you get to live your life any way you want to. if you want to live without solar so be it if you want to live with 100k watts of solar so be it. its your homestead live it the way you want to.... you folks are right on with your style. by the way I love that snow plow. I am gauging this winter to see if I really need one or wait or ??? I look forward to your video on the plow. ... stay warm.
+ArizonaHotHomestead I like that...king and queen and thats the truth!!! Have a blessed holiday!! and the plow vid is coming up soon!!
Lol! Mr. Hillder, I know this was a while ago, but I have to say that it seems to me, after watching many such shows, that living successfully off grid on a homestead requires a great deal of common sense, and a good work ethic, two things that many people lack, especially these days😏. That's why so few people can do what you two do, so keep up the good work!😄👏
Mr Hilder is HAPPY, and he is right also. Mainten.ance on a homestead is never ending. :-)
In winter I barely use the fridge. Actually in a normal winter, it keep things from freezing :-/
Bless you Mr. Hilder ...lol...The people who talk crap...are usually the ones who really want to have the courage to go Off Grid....Yes Bless Him Starry...Let Him Rant.... Lol....I can only imagine how Free you must feel....Love You Two....Happy New Year....Many Blessings.......
Nice to see that snow is wonderful we have just had rain here for the last two weeks ! Hope you have had a great Christmas and thank you for all of your videos in 2015.
Off Grid is very rewarding,it makes you appreciate more.Dont worry bout the haters keep on keepin on.
Excellent video - informative, honest and upbeat. Thanks!!
Hi Starry and Mr Hilder from Mr Nick Wiese: 2"blu foam is good stuff! for the refridge.& freezer outside. consider a Dunfoss conpressor 12V. or 110V. for on the top, Silver solder & R34 freon is reasonable. blue foam on all sides, Formica type Laminate using 3M fastbond contact cement is good on top of the foam (this is what Sunfrost did for 30 years) This is what we did 40 years ago! and it still works. Even the Battery bank gets insulated for winter power, a custom tracker info. is in the works. That you can build. Backwoods solar has a neat little meter for power use! good luck Nick W.
If you haven't already, I'd like to see a video "geeking out" on the solar setup. How many watts of panels? Mono vs poly? Battery bank? Charge controllers? Performance in winter vs summer?
I'm curious, because in the past I assumed that 1000s of watts of panels would be required, but lately I find myself questioning my math because it seems as though I could run a small apartment/home off of just 1-300 watts (assuming some work such as heating could be offloaded to other things).
Anywho, thanks for the videos, they are all much appreciated.
Nice to meet you both - I posted you vid on Facebook as I have friends (almost 750) in Canada, Maine, MI, WI as well as FL, GA, NC, CA, NM many will be interested in what you've shared (clothes dryer - great idea) especially would like to know all about what you're doing with the chickens that they lay in winter. The snow plow is interesting did you 'name it'? You said you had a vid on it - I'll look for that. I'm interested in how you got started, what your annual cost(s) are and how you meet them. Taxes, vehicle insurance, medical, etc. Also, what (if anything) you would've done differently.
Good advice - the fridge outside makes sense or a kitchen outside. Without electric you get up with the sun and go to bed when it goes down. A healthier lifestyle
First, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to our Idahoan,Inspirational,self sufficient/suatainable peas in a pod. Second, a quasi cathartic rant is good and educational. Better than switching to decaf. Third,more on that snow plow. Looks great guys. All the best,with admiration always,phil>------->
Clever idea on the drying racks. I went from CFL to LED light Bulbs...electric company has been out 3 times to check on low energy use...ha...nope, the meter does work says they scratching their heads...I use 2.1 kw per month...I even use a light from 4 to midnight. Best
Another wonderfully happy video.. Thanks so much for shaaring your wonderful life with us.
Yes, at times there is hardship but there are many more wonderful things that outweigh those hardships. Just look at the beauty which abounds all around you.
Your location looks amazing and so serene. God Bless you and keep you both safe, warm and cozy. I just love your wonderful happiness and your amazing bountiful energy.
You guys are living my dream! Its very hard to live like this in Belgium.. i'd have to pay €160.000 for a piece of land thats somewhat in the countryside. When I look up land in the USA i can find a mountaintop for $12.000 its insanely cheap!! I'd love to move one of these years when i save up a little more and get an RV lol
We just love you two!!! Mr. Hilder is awesome and so are you!!!! Don't let those negative Nelly's and Ned's get to you!! They probably do it to get a response, or they're jealous, because they don't have the guts or fortitude to do what you two are doing, and they don't have awesome videos to put out! You have amazing videos that help all of us!!! God bless both of you big giant bunches!!!❤️
I just can't wrap my head around why anyone would take issue with your outdoor fridge.
If you can chill your food for free just using nature, why wouldn't you? Saves power for other things! :-)
Anyway, I love your videos. Thanks for taking the time to show us all how you're getting things done.
Hi Starry I am not sure if you take requests but I would like to know more about your diet. And that you are a nurse I think you have great input. I found your Homestead nurse channel and watched a few of those about salt and heart health. Thank you for your warm and wonderful self. My hubby and I love watching your channel and enjoy Mr. Hilder when he chimes in as well. Happy New Year to you Both and the Pups!!
I really liked this video. Good down to earth truth. Forget the negative people not worth your time. Keep doing what you do, I look forward to each new video. Oh quick question. What food mill do u use? Non electric. I looked on ur website didn't see one. Thanks again!! Zamira
beautiful deer. you guys got the life! awesome life. hard work keeps you in shape
Loved this video, so genuine. Cant wait to have my own homestead, I am currently saving for land in the UK and learning everything I can about the lifestyle in the time being! Works really getting me down but you both keep me motivated! Thank you both for all your info, keep the up loads coming!
Starry is going to need our help, she has been in a bad accident. Details are here: www.gofundme.com/starryhilder
A GoFundMe page was started on her behalf. Even $1 would go a long way to help her during this crisis in her and her family's life. I created an email address that I will share with Starry and her family, they will receive 100% of the proceeds by using this address. I have listed the address at the hospital where you can send cards or care packages on the GoFundMe page if you prefer send something through the mail, just so everything is in one central location. Starry has a daytime job as a nurse and needs our support to help with bills and running her homestead while she is recovering. As you all know she also contributes immensely to her homestead's upkeep and her contribution will be missed. If everyone donates only $1 it will go a long way to help her keep things running.
If you can't donate but still want to help, here is a poster you can print and share: tinyurl.com/j988m54
Here is a link to an update video she posted yesterday: ua-cam.com/video/4Til0Cj-yKc/v-deo.html
Thank you for anything you can do to help.
Bad comments are probably coming from city folks who live in a house without a real fireplace. One bad storm and they're freezing, starving, and screaming for government assistance. You folks rock!
how many acreas are you folks on and is property tax high ...here in southern tier ny cattragus county freedom 14065 built a log sided garage taxes went high have natural spring for free water septic already in and cheap electric from village nearby arcade since it's real cheap 2 cents a kilowatt they have deal with state from hydro power from niagra falls ...but use mostly wood stove since on 22 acreas mostly woods. ...but to build any kind of home they have huge list of building codes you must follow or risk geting legal action. ..plus after geting approval for 1000 sft basic home found out they wanted $6000 property taxes between county and school and town taxes ...so for now live in barn up stairs ...but love the out door country life so thinking about selling everything move out of ny state and head out your way ..ware a person can be more free with out big brother telling you what to do and in your pockets. ..ps gentlemen down the road on 70 acreas had the town come out measure his deck found out it was bigger then they new so they raised his property tax a few dollars true story
Hi Again, If you were to google the Trossachs in Scotland you would find our terrain is identical to yours....less the Bears. ha ha
As I and many others seek to live off grid it's essential we gain the right information and that is where you come in with your knowledge.
If the Internet went down for whatever reason then we would lose all your info but if we had DVD box sets then we could use our DVD player (powered by solar panel energy) to go over any subject needed as and when.
You and Mr Hilder hold so much info that it needs to be harvested and sold to those interested before the SHTF and the internet goes off.
Quit ranting and let him rest. I usually don't read the comments. So my mental health can stay positive :))))))))). Love the homestead.
I found your channel recently and subscribed instantly, and have binge watched a ridiculous amount of your videos! Your spirit and ethusiasm for life is so awesome and just very inspiring and heartwarming. I just have to say thank you for putting out very informational and real life content. I honestly have been wanting to make the transition for a while now and your videos and tried and tested tricks will definitely make the transition so much easier! ps screw the trolls, the positive comments outweigh all the negative by far! : ) keep up the great work starry!!!
Love the videos! It's awesome to see there are actually people doing this. Not just planning it. For years.God bless you guys and your little get away. OK you were bound to get this question, so...Have either of you seen or been visited by any bigfoots yet? They're out there!
Of all the homesteaders on YT, you two seem to be the happiest with your chosen lifestyle. Every lifestyle requires compromises of some sort. For you, these are things that can test one's commitment to off-grid living, but you always seem positive and determined to make it work.. I admire your resourcefulness and have never thought you were doing without. On the contrary, you seem to have all that you want. I can't imagine you living any other way.
You are right, a lot of people throw hate comments your way without knowing or actually living their life off grid....but yeah to each their own! I hope you guys had a great Christmas and I wish you both a very Happy New Year, full of health and good will!!
Awesome "rants." Keep up the good work of showing us how it works in real time. You are actually the best channel I have come across that explains the day to day of off grid. Thank you so much for that! Blessings!
I am so envious of your lifestyle and love your homestead set up. Mr. Hilder hit the nail on the head with his comment about listening to the people who are living it. 90% or more of what people read about how to do things is geared to SELLING people things we don't need. Unfortunately masses of people in this country have lost the ability to think for themselves. Instead they believe it's EASIER to be led around like sheep and follow the heard. I am working very hard to break that chain in my life and live a simpler more healthy and rewarding life. Thank you for your channel and inspiration. I hope you two have a wonderful and rewarding new year.
+WannaBFree You got it..the sheep..yes yes people are so use to being lead around..right OFF the cliff!! Love when people GET it!!
God Bless you both. Have you wrote a book yet? If not I would love to be able to read all that you have learned and lived.
I'm with you!! Starry book book book!!!
+ricfly52 No book yet...YET!!!!
I love your channel!! I learn so much!!! One day I want to go off grid!!! Love the comment he made you should be outside during the day!! Not inside using electricity!! Very true!
Your videos make me so jealous! You're going to have a Montana neighbor one of these days!
You guys are funny! I liked the rant. I was wondering if you could do a video on the plow? I've never seen on like that before and I'm interested in it. What name is it etc... Thanks. Enjoy the winter.
Mr Hilder you made me giggle! I know how frustrating people can be, try not to take it to heart. From what I have seen your both very lucky people living where and like you are, if more people lived like you the world would be a better place. Common sense unfortunately is disappearing now a days, and people think they no it all because they read a book or went to college etc but until you live the life you can't really understand it! I think your both great and you have a lovely home 😊
lol its good to hear Mr Holder to gets some talking time.Lol awesome videos and info.Thanks Bobby in orange park,flavored suffering in 85 deg.lol
I am watching you from Greece and I love your videos, I think you are very wise to live like that! My town is very noisy and I would love to live in a quiet place! Anyway God bless you and keep on posting interesting videos ! Nena Meimaris