N.E. Oregon off-grider joining up

[buckcreek]

Hello from the one dependent on a generator for sunlight backup. I live with a 24 panel, 8 battery, 24 volt with auto generator system. It isn't nearly enough panels or storage for this grey sky country, but propane is cheaper than more upgrading at this time. The well is 650' deep, pumping only 3 gpm., using the generator to get it above ground into 2 - 80 gal. pressure tanks. Pretty limited with water, being at the highest point on a ridge. Underground cistern isn't an option with rimrock just under the surface. So far, one porous dug out somewhat close to the house area, and barrels under the gutters during the non-winter seasons. I enjoy my place but hope to slowly get things a bit less complicated.

 

[CheerioLounge]

from the Mojave Desert! Sounds like quite an interesting way to live. Can't wait to hear more!

 

[Corn Woman]

from Utah.

 

[Patch of Heaven]

from Mississippi

 

[Hinotori]

from Western Washington

 

[DianeS]

from the Willamette Valley of Oregon! Nice to see someone close to me!

 

[Denim Deb]

from South Jersey.

 

[frustratedearthmother]

from the gulf coast area of Texas!

 

[the funny farm6]

from iowa!

 

[moolie]

: from Alberta Canada