Prepping for Off Grid Living in a Remote Cabin in the High Desert

[@conniewaite1371]

It's an unwritten law about campfires and wood stoves to leave a pile of wood for the next person,in case of emergency fire needed for shelter or bad weather

[@12vLife]

yes... PAY IT FORWARD and hope you never have to COLLECT IT BACK.

[@lifeslemons8981]

Ol school...nice

[@noconsentgiven]

Righteous❤️!

[@jackfinn2199]

The good thing about a removable truck camper is that you can use the truck for other things than it being a permanent camper

[@lisaroth7526]

Just an FYI cause you guys are young and might not be aware - any natural gas stove/heater can be retrofitted for propane. We used to use a "gas and gas" stove in a couple of apartments and one house we had. Now this is back East, but still, you might find something like this in a used appliance store. A gas and gas stove is a stove, oven and also a heater, usually run by natural gas, but like I said, most natural gas appliances can be retrofitted for propane.

[@jessicaarverne1181]

In France where gas is extremely taxed and thus expansive and where big cars are highly taxed too, we have a hitch on our tiny cars and we use a trailer to transport heavy stuff.

[@bonniepwtf]

It's good that you guys have gone thru so much together already & know each other so well. This is quite the undertaking, very excited for you both. I'm positive you will handle it just fine.✌💕

[@hcarpam1]

I love your travel videos, but I have to admit I'm pretty pumped about this next stage. The two of you are so relatable I feel like I'm following a relative or close friend. Have fun guys, we'll be right there with you.

[@PHN-2024]

The only thing missing from the Thumbnail Picture for this Video is NATE Holding a Pitchfork.

[@evandarling5169]

The shot of Nate shaving his head while sitting on the battery is hilarious 🤣

[@jamescarroll0615]

I dig the off grid property. I hope you can disclose some cost and expense info in a future video.

[@crazydayz1080]

That would improve this channel immensely. Small details mean a lot to us viewers so we may hope to accomplish our dreams also.

[@deepalbuquerque]

Welcome to New Mexico! We have four seasons here: windy, hot, fall and cold, and most of the time they overlap each other. We tend to have very low humidity. It's a beautiful place to live once you get the hang of it. Looking forward to watching all of your adventures here.

[@ericd1084]

Also I might add, the videos are more exciting than ever. Keep em coming!

[@linda_lawson]

Here for the adventure! 🙏🏾

[@evelyndunn50]

Great video, you guys are amazing. Love the way you work together.

[@jonathanjacques7250]

Expensive endeavor!

[@michellecollins6379]

Congrats kiddos, I'm happy for you. Take care and be safe you two.🥳😁👍

[@hollyholyan4254]

I absolutely love your way of life, it's an adventure. I'm Learning so much from both of you. Soo much to do..Wow! An awesome haircut. God bless.

[@michaelhammond-todd9502]

Been watching a while and enjoy the journey. One thing to consider would be to keep the Element and have a utility trailer as your truck bed. Better fuel economy. You might want to consider a small Scamp trailer that could be towed as well. KZbinr Slim Potatohead has some good videos on this. A camper trailer can be used for guest and secondary income if you want to go that route. Good luck and safe travels.

[@daylight5500]

The adventure continues.

[@jpmerrick8886]

Well it's going to be interesting

[@scable-eq7bp]

Beautiful location, I wonder if a Wind Turbine from Missouri Winds would help with your electrical needs? We had two 5000 watt turbines mounted on our Privilege 615 catamaran sailboat and they kept our large battery bank charged all the time. We did have solar panels but those turbines turning at night was like money in the bank....

[@ElementLife]

I do think a wind turbine would be a great investment out here, especially this time of year! March-May is pretty windy.

[@Mike-ot8ih]

Some wind turbines create a nasty low frequency audible hum... watch out for that

[@robertglen2962]

Digging the new adventure!

[@briankeith2096]

Pretty awesome that you graduated to off grid. I’m recently building an A-frame cabin in the high country of Arizona.

[@glendaandbill1562]

I hope you have a down comforter! I put a fleece blanket over that to hold heat in!

[@georgiacorey954]

This is exciting. Im so happy for you guys living the American Dream buying Real Estate, & how cool to start your own tiny home estate. Love it. You are my fave alternative lifestyle channel. Best wishes & congrats again!

[@olgabombard6277]

I'm excited to watch this new adventure of yours and shannon! The house looks like it's very sturdy! I'm sure Shannon will have it looking beautiful in no time. Your views are so beautiful!

[@CowbellRock]

Always get a pre purchase inspection! Looks like a nice truck though, hope you find the right one! Cheers from Cleveland!

[@lescrone5048]

Stoked you may have found a truck, too! Seems like this is going to be a great move for you guys!

[@bubbasthoughts899]

Just checking your channel out, did sub, for how long I don't know, will have to watch some of our older stuff, Later

[@Vhk1088]

Your house is smaller than mine, but you achieve the ultimate success while I’m living miserable. You guys alway seem happy and content, your life is full of adventure and joy. Stay bless, I can’t wait for the finish project

[@NoProGoPronto]

You've come a long way Nate. It's a beautiful thing to see. From what I know of "off grid living", it's endless projects. You'll be plenty busy, but it will be worth it. You should check out Tyler and Todd channel when you get a moment. Good luck with everything 🙂

[@davydoodledo]

Bluetti has uped their game in larger home units

[@kayleenparks1983]

I’m in NM now too and looking into something similar to your new endeavor! A 3/4 ton truck should also be able to pull your tiny house - at least so there isn’t a cactus in front of the entry way… or perhaps the rain will make it easier to move the cactus? Good luck!!

[@qpoole90]

We recently swapped our truck camper propane fridge for a 7 cu ft magic chef and it hardly uses any power.. 50-60 ah per day in 75-80 degree weather. They are very efficient. That would be a great truck. The 6.0L engine is very reliable. It’ll be a gas guzzler but the powertrain is very good on that truck.

[@hbuzzell]

Welcome to NM! The wind is intense this time of year. It’s windy season.

[@robertphillips3893]

Make your bed warm and cuddle. The cold won't seem as bad.

[@laurajphillips]

Best of luck! You both will figure it out!

[@LinrudOwiee]

Cute little cabin. Very cool that you were able to get your internet set up pretty easily and lt looks like good service. Win!

[@saeedandalusi7579]

Good luck out there👍

[@alohatvn]

Look forward to more videos 📹 in your new place 😀

[@elizabethfrance]

If you can't find a propane heater have you thought of trying to buy a kerosene heater. There seems to be a bottled gas shortage in the UK. I recently bought a Kerosene heater (paraffin here) as an extra back up to my wood stove, gas and calor gas fires.

[@olberarosa2346]

HELLO I REALLY ENJOY WATCHING YOUR VIDEO AND I CAN'T WAIT TO GO ON THIS JOURNEY WITH YOU BOTH I JUST JOINED YOUR CHANNEL ROSA OLBERA FROM TEXAS

[@DavidGetchel]

Yeah, a regular 120v fridge is the way to go. For my setup I went with a two door mini fridge. Power was never an issue, a lot less expensive and I could really boondock for two weeks and be living large!

[@ronethridge9875]

what is that internet device/where to get one/also get you a chines diesel heater-puts out a lots heat an does not use much diesel/thanks much

[@TradeWise1000]

So happy for both of you :)

[@leann4925]

Love the cabin with views and in time you will have it all together. That way working on the tiny house won't be a chore. So excited for you both and y'all work as a team of which is awesome. Hugs to both.

[@petermccarthy3046]

That's a great truck! The last great GM truck!

[@livableincome]

That is so funny you are considering a truck camper. We just got one. Look for leaks, leaks, leaks no matter how nice the seller appears to be. The hole you saw in that camper is most likely the spot for the hot water heater. We are about to switch ours out for hot water on demand. Wish I could send you one of our propane stoves and a Mr. Buddy heater too. May you find something quickly. All the best to you both. A new adventure. Yes!

[@dbentley2195]

Hang in there, it will get better. ❤️👍

[@thexxit]

I am so excited to see what you two do next here! I can't wait to watch you fix up that cabin and build out the tiny home. This is going to be a great adventure!

[@dianaperez8230]

God bless you both congratulations on your house love it not to far from others an God bless those who worship him looks like you are on top of everything I hope you get that truck

[@cheddar2848]

That be cool when you guys get the right truck and camper it will be good for you guys.

[@mikeh524]

Nate needed a pitchfork for that thumbnail..

[@rickardenstedt]

I bought a truck last year, i wish i had one long time ago, its wonderful!

[@anthonyrice8528]

That's a really nice piece of land there, with some awesome views. I'm sure you & Shannon will be hiking the ridges of those mountains soon :)

[@emersidehack4037]

The ambulances are actually a 97 and 99 e350

[@patsykluting-lucas3804]

I had some property in Oregon and originally I didn't have a mailbox at my home. You'll have to go to your closest Post Office to clarify mail delivery. Probably will have to have a PO Box.

[@travelingmertonandsue]

Wathcing you guys carve out a nice place to live is fun

[@vince4316]

Check out Will Prowse for your solar system. I have a Silverado just like that, good choice

[@dguisto]

Excited for you guys! How big is the piece of land that you purchased?

[@mrchitlin6255]

Happy Hair cut Nate!!!!! You were due Best wishes on the 🏠

[@Projectgreen1]

where are you guys

[@thejackofalltravels8267]

Why not get a diesel heater

[@JohnMiller-zn9pf]

if high winds are a constant, installing a wind turbine would be a good addition to your new home. Thought on the truck, for a budget you can get a nice 5×8 or 6×8 trailer and tow it with the element.

[@giselleplantbasedvegan9174]

I can't wait to see the truck in the next video. Go get it!!

[@carlosc3899]

Love watching your journey and all the stuff you do with campers tiny house and the element. Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@hcarpam1]

Snuggle time. Keep warm. Spring is around the corner.

[@rolliebca]

Life, such an adventure! Thanks for sharing part of yours. Cheers.

[@dfgatorfan]

So many projects, you two have your hands full!

[@posteroonie]

You guys are set up for wonderful off-grid living on some beautiful land. I wonder if that rainwater collection tank freezes up. Maybe keep plenty of water inside to get through the cold spells. I was in Cedar Crest NM coming back from the RTR this year and saw 12° on the thermometer in my minivan. The woodstove should be good for heating water for baths, to the extent that you keep it fired up.

[@vannerdherd]

That remote location reminds me of that movie, The Hills have Eyes! LOL!

[@joansidor3409]

I love your videos! J

[@rvboondocker2559]

Hey guys, get that garden started right away! You can certainly plant root vegetables and have some food off of your property, with a little forethought. Terrific little getaway and I look forward to see where it leads you! I imagine in 10 years, you will have a huge $5 million log home with vistas from every direction!

[@lynnxwilkinson3927]

Excited for you!

[@heathcole3761]

what a great place! excited to see it come together! i think those camplite truck campers are supposed to be pretty good...aluminum construction, so they're lightweight & they don't rot out...i don't think they make them anymore, but it looks like wherever you were had a new one on the lot - surprising find! :)

[@christypotter3315]

What an awesome adventure! So glad things are working out.

[@swong005]

Looking great! What signal booster are you using?

[@RedStickHistorian]

Good luck.

[@lazyassian]

Very excited for you two and a lot of work to set up but you are in a good place with all that is happening in the world now. Setting yourself up at such a young age. I wish I knew what I know now, back then. Looking forward to watching all of your future adventures and learning a lot from your channel. Nate, been watching you since you were in your first Element van before Shannon and it's been a lot of fun following your adventure, along with Shannon now. You guys are my favorite channel❣️

[@conniewaite1371]

There is another channel I watch,people bought a cabin in New Mexico and refurbished a cabin,they put in a pellet stove

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for sharing this video, interesting and informative

[@allisonsherman7231]

Great ideas. Love the remote location! All the best for your projects.

[@tstatus1206]

Wind storms can come pretty unexpectedly. Id tie those panels down to the porch. The weather apps will give you an wind warning advisory hours late . Fyi

[@chaosfury2016]

glad to see your branching out and doing fully semi offgrid. :D

[@edwardeighth1948]

The thumbnail looks like a Norman Rockwell painting 🖌️🎨

[@giselleplantbasedvegan9174]

its always great seeing you both and it looks like your having fun! i am in the high desert of Ca, your view looks very much like mine, however, i do not see Yucca or Joshua trees like we have here, but the beautiful openness with the back drop of the mountains is gorgeous. i live in an 1800 sq ft home and have been using my wood stove forever! that with warm pajamas and a blanket. so, don"t worry, the size of your stove will blow you out of the house with heat, its all you really need. having a backup is always a good idea too* stay well! and have the time of your lives, you have each other and seem to be great loving partners.

[@llorylloyd]

Absolutely beautiful property. The cabin is adorable. And glad you finally cut your hair, looks good on you.

[@chaosfury2016]

been watching your vids since the element days

[@tykuhn22]

You're looking at the same type of camper as me even though I don't have a truck yet. Pretty funny... Can't wait to see what you find. 😁

[@BettyBearsNomadicTravels]

I just love Shannon.

[@LostOnLandAgain]

Lots of changes. So exciting! I love your new home.

[@braaap690]

Happy to hear you are going with the 3/4 ton truck! Good decision! Enjoy!

[@StephenAldaco]

On todays episode on Elements stuffed good luck in the desert Nate!

[@RonInAVan]

I’m so excited for you guys, this is the kind of Adventure even at my age I can get into. Wishing you all the best!! Can’t wait to come out and visit and give you a hand.

[@ElementLife]

Looking forward to having you stop by, Ron!

[@maryheller8560]

what an exciting adventure! I love the idea of using the property as a retreat for fellow friends in the nomadic community. I will definitely follow along and come out when it's ready!

[@karenlewkowitz5858]

A beautiful place and full of promise. Wishing you a great experience!

[@joharmon2148]

You guys will have that cabin nice a cozy in time.

[@alvinmousseau1100]

Enjoy your new journey

[@emersidehack4037]

One more option is govplanet auction. I've seen military hummers go for 5k then sold privately for 35k.

[@NoFate247]

The adventure continues ☮️

[@adamkriesberg]

Caught vibing to Tweezer (reprise?) @ 02:17 we are everywhere