Living Off Grid: Winter On The Homestead

[@didine256]

You're a living proof that one can live off grid with all the modern comfort. Thanks for your inspiring videos. God bless you !

[@tryduck6993]

+didine256 humans cant ever live with basics...gotta always want want want.....

[@robbaker336]

This has to be one of my favorite videos you've done!! More Mr. Hilder rants!!!

[@StarryHilder]

+Rob Baker haha this is him daily..I need a head cam so you can all enjoy

[@edwardwilcox6712]

WELL SAID MR HILDER thank you for the video today

[@skokie23]

+Edward Wilcox I second that! GO MR Hilder!!

[@2.67acrehomestead2]

Hang in there Mr. Hilder, you can do it!...The snow will melt and things will get better!

[@sandhollowhomestead6972]

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"!

[@StarryHilder]

+Butch Mazza I like that...thanks for the thoughtful comment!!

[@pamp5797]

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.

[@StarryHilder]

+pam p Suet??? I like that! Maybe I can give them coconut oil!1 I have big tubs of it!!

[@pamp5797]

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

[@sarab9337]

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!!!!

[@FouchomaticOffGrid]

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!

[@StarryHilder]

+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

[@rosielee6390]

Haha😂 "Mr Hilder getting more camera time". You guys are so cute!

[@ADHomesteading]

Thank you for your videos.

[@StarryHilder]

+Aaron Davis Homesteading Your so very welcomed!!

[@debbieg677]

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.

[@StarryHilder]

+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!!

[@patriciamoran1278]

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.

[@goosearrow]

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.

[@terrinmartin9104]

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

[@StarryHilder]

+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!!

[@scuzzbecuzz]

Good stuff. Love your place and commitment to living off grid

[@Rose-zs3ol]

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!!!

[@breezewood4062]

GO Mr. Hilder Go!!!! Love his rant.... You guys are adorable.

[@StarryHilder]

+Sabrina W. No more coffee for him....he needs to calm down!!hahaaaa

[@appalachiashomesteadwithpatara]

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

[@jkfirefighter]

Love your videos, you're doing things right. Thanks for another video!

[@StarryHilder]

+Jm Kronholm Your welcome

[@randyswingle334]

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!!

[@StarryHilder]

+Randy Swingle He never gets to see w hat Im doing back there..now does he??hahah now HE knows!!!

[@lochness3224]

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

[@theresad6990]

Haha! Mister Hilder is feisty today! Love it! Another great little slice of your life off grid. Thanks Starry!

[@StarryHilder]

+T Doyle No problem!!!

[@AlaskaPrepper]

Thank you. Love the videos... Hope you and Mr. Hilder had a Merry Christmas..

[@StarryHilder]

+sfcofi martin Happy holidays to you to!! God bless

[@JOSEPHBURBOSR]

I think you guys are wonderful, keep up the great knowlege.

[@hargersadventures]

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

[@StarryHilder]

+Julie Harger The plow video is coming!! glad you appreciate the real life advice...

[@hargersadventures]

Awesome! Looking forward to it and others. Definitely appreciate the real life advice. :)

[@streetfaith61]

Thanks for turning us on to the snow plow. I love simple solutions.

[@Risingsouth11]

I love how creative you are. You take something someone is throwing out and make something useful of it.

[@StarryHilder]

+Risingsouth11 Thanks...you gotta be creative when you live this way!!

[@GardeningWithPuppies]

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.

[@nicolettehare3322]

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!

[@tuubydude]

'Tis good to hear his rant. Keepin' it real.

[@Sjordan1496]

Those deer coming down are so sweet love the videos

[@GloriaBerrisch]

I just love your husband and wife teaching demo. it's so informative. Thank you!

[@StarryHilder]

+Glo Tejada thank you!!

[@amycrafts2012]

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".

[@StarryHilder]

+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!!

[@LB-vl3qn]

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.

[@dennism5565]

Few and far between these days...a couple who actually seem to be "united" in spirit and energy! Enjoyed seeing this. Thanks.

[@StarryHilder]

+Dennis M :)) your welcome

[@sophial3151]

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!!

[@StarryHilder]

+Sophia L Thanks for the great feedback..and the plow has been in use alot..so that video will be coming soon to!!

[@kazbluesky]

I liked the video too. Really fun seeing Mr Hilder get talkative. Thank you for this video, it cheered me up.

[@StarryHilder]

+Big Ben Im glad it put a smile on your face!!

[@kansasfox]

Oh my goodness!! You two are simply ADORABLE!! Thank you so much for sharing your life! Just love it!!😍

[@StarryHilder]

+kansasfox HAHA well that was nice!!! I will tell Mr Hilder he is adorable!!!:)))))

[@jimlipham8111]

Mr Hilder cracks me up, you both are fun to watch and I learn so much! I would love to be living the kinda life you guys are living!

[@AnnBearForFreedom]

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!

[@dumanhieu]

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.

[@GunnyZneedsbeer]

We love you both. Thank you both for sharing your day.

[@StarryHilder]

+Christopher Z Ahh t hats so sweet..thank you!!

[@Windchyme5]

Go Mr Hilder!!!!!!!! Love the rant and the coffee pot, thanks so much Starry for the video.

[@StarryHilder]

+Joyce Schraeder Your so welcome...

[@Idahovandal4ever]

Thank you for your positive can-do attitude! Thank you and praise God!

[@StarryHilder]

+Beyond Idaho Your so so welcome..its people like YOU that makes it all worthwhile

[@Jay-gb5qw]

Thank you for sharing as always y'all are amazing and don't stress about people. People just don't know how to live in the present and enjoy things

[@AGREENERLIFE]

Glad to see Mr. Hilder in your videos. Thanks for the explanation! Adding this to my list of Off Grid equipment!

[@StarryHilder]

+Karen Lemperle Good purchase...we are living and learning...like a human experiment we are!!

[@AGREENERLIFE]

Amen to that!

[@WannaBFree]

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.

[@StarryHilder]

+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!!

[@collincampbell822]

I want more of Mr. Hilder's comments! He cuts to the chase. Love his enthusiasm!

[@StarryHilder]

+Collin Campbell I know he does cut to the chase...I however take forever!!!

[@luv4u0506]

Thank you for your videos! My husband and I are going off grid and we think your videos are very informative. You guys are not savages, you are AMAZING! THANK YOU SO MUCH for the insight and helpful tips! May God continue to bless you and hugs and love from William and Kristi 💙

[@StarryHilder]

ahhh hugs back...im glad your here with us!!!

[@pamjones6465]

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.

[@GWPerry]

Good video ! This " off the cuff " video was very entertaining. More Mr. Hilder !

[@3flashcan]

Thanks guys . What a great way to live .

[@hcinciripini]

I like how Mr. Hilder thinks. All these ideas sound dreamy until you try to fit that perfect piece into your own unique puzzle. You tell 'em Mr Hilder!

[@Valerifon1]

Excellent video - informative, honest and upbeat. Thanks!!

[@angelaangell8523]

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!

[@StarryHilder]

+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..

[@angelaangell8523]

Thank you! I need all the prayers I can get!

[@terryeabbott7554]

Love you guys, Mr. H is joining in now on a regular basis....so nice to have him on the videos. You of course are the ray of Sunshine....but he is like the gust of wind, ha ha. Keep up the good work that you do, the off grid lifestyle suits you both quite well. Stay warm.

[@StarryHilder]

+Terrye Abbott LOVE THAT..ray of sunshine and a gust of wind!! That made my day!! God bless

[@estherford8209]

I'm sure Mr. Hilder could figure out a pulley system for your drying racks to move them down and then higher. Love your videos! Please keep them up!

[@cheriejohnson9445]

You guys are great! I love watching and learning. Thank you 😊

[@StarryHilder]

+Cherie Brown Your welcome!!!!!

[@TheDawn0310]

I absolutely love your channel and all the info we glean from you both!!! I told my husband, with our desire to find a homestead, I would love to come visit you and just learn more in depth how you make it all work. Thank you for allowing God to use you both to teach others!!!!

[@StarryHilder]

+Dawn Wise You both are so very welcomed!!

[@HappyHighVanGirl]

beautiful deer. you guys got the life! awesome life. hard work keeps you in shape

[@maricruzjaimesb9301]

Thank you for taking the time. I love your videos.

[@StarryHilder]

+maricruz jaimes Thank you for sharing t hat with us..we appreciate it

[@dragonflyneb]

A little rant is good for the heart good for you. Great video. Love the weather all I can think about is a big bowl of stew!

[@pameladrummer]

You guys are an inspiration to me. We are new at Urban homesteading, and have learned a lot from your videos!! :) Thank you!!

[@katiem.3685]

Haha Mr. Hilder loves his new toy! very cool. hope you two have a Happy New Year!

[@rhondabowdy]

You two are hilarious. Love watching you. Great video. Mr Holder was really wound up. How funny. Have fun you two and enjoy life. God bless.

[@StarryHilder]

+Rhonda Bowdy Thank you and glad you enjoyed. Happy New Year!

[@rhondabowdy]

Happy New Year to you two.

[@MobyDave1583]

I envy your life style. Ant I hope Christmas went well for you guys and the rest of the season is good for you.

[@StarryHilder]

+Moby Dave And you to..Bless you and take care!!

[@jamesndarlene]

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.

[@dirtyroofer3678]

Also can't wait for the plow video

[@gopackgo2235]

Omgoodness, the plants are doing well. I like Mr. Hilders rant.....I hope he put lots of people in their place....

[@StarryHilder]

+DirtyDirtFarm Homestead yes, hes not used to this internet stuff. said people would never talk like that in person...would be alot of butt whoopin going on! this is the new era of people.

[@garygerow4822]

Great video , actually love the rant , truth -reality .

[@noneofyourbusiness7504]

You guys have a Beautiful Home and Homestead. You are living proof that the "American Dream" is achievable. Thank you for welcoming us into your home/homestead. Very Inspiring. Happy New Year & God Bless you both always.

[@StarryHilder]

+noneof yourbusiness YES the DREAM is available to all...God bless you to and happy New Year

[@noneofyourbusiness7504]

+Starry Hilder Thank you. Happy New Year to you too!! :)

[@rolandthelefty7743]

super refreshing personalities! dig what your doing and how your doing it!

[@norter3424]

I have been watching you from the start your wisdom is worth more then money can buy why because you are living it .your practical experience is pure gold. I think you have the go to videos that can actually help beginners and well worn die hards thank you .

[@StarryHilder]

+Norm Tirrell VERY nice of you..im always glad when people SEe that we are living a real off grid life..nothing staged..nothing made up..we are done with manuals and love sharing to help all achieve their Independence!!

[@timothyknotts4035]

You guys are so great please keep'em coming, me and my wife are doing research so one day we can live the same as y'all thank you

[@RedPill556]

two hours of sun...take your vitamin "d"...i would love to live like you guys...great job

[@midmoprepper4960]

this video put a smile on my face! thanks Mr. Hilder is a hoot

[@StarryHilder]

+midmo prepper thank you. i can be alot more entertaining than that! mr.h

[@mahealaniw]

Yes! You are so right its just common sense that as long as its cold use it to your advantage. I think you guys are awesome and so easy to learn from. Personally I thank you both for teaching wise smart techniques. I wanna come on as a Patron.

[@RJM1011]

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.

[@Sophiamia6960]

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!!!❤️

[@kathleennece715]

Really enjoyed this video. So much good information. Thank you.

[@dianebrown9303]

Loved the video. Keep on Keepin on! Have a wonderful new year and am looking forward to more of your videos.

[@vidareich80]

Just as good as Desi & Lucy. Fun to watch & glad that I'm not in the snow.

[@StarryHilder]

+Vida Reich I remember lucy...she was awesome!! Im glad you enjoyed!!

[@julieshepherd7621]

Dont let them get to you We are also off grid and it does take time and effort to do this lifestyle This is our first year in our partialy finished house and we are loving it Every year it gets easier We are loving our off grid Idaho home Thanks for all of your encouragement and ideas Love your channel

[@StarryHilder]

+Julie Shepherd Good for you guys..and as you are s eeing..we all walk our own walk..BUT we are doing it..and it all takes time and effort...AND until you put these shoes on...no one really knows!! right!!! God bless you guys!!

[@todmills]

Thanks so much for the review of the snow plow.....that looks like that might be just the thing for me at my homestead!

[@subbstevie]

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..:)

[@StarryHilder]

+Steve Nash Scraps are awesome!!!

[@1TwinkleC]

I think your homestead is amazing. The deer are so lovely.

[@StarryHilder]

+c arwood Thank you..and they now come in all during the day!! And the dogs love em!!

[@elliottcoxon]

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!

[@jennifersisson6138]

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.

[@StarryHilder]

+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!!

[@sneak6654]

Nice rant Mr Hilder! I really enjoy your videos thanks for sharing them.

[@StarryHilder]

+Sneak 66 thank you! mr.h

[@RoxannM]

OMG, I never heard Mr Hilder talk so much. lolol. You're great!

[@StarryHilder]

+Roxann McLellan When he has coffee he is a talker!

[@andrewml3602]

Cool video, always great to see you guys. Its also great to hear from Mr. Hilder on the video, I love it when he said he has alot of power tools and dont use any manual tools! Happy Holidays guys!

[@StarryHilder]

+Andrew ML Happy holidays to you..and glad you enjoyed listening to Mr hilder and his man talk!!

[@bbeck546]

Congratulations on your success! Your combined hard work and ingenuity is impressive. I'm kind of jealous of your life style. Keep it up!

[@StarryHilder]

+B Beck We will and thanks for the awesome feedback!!

[@anthonysinclair5721]

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..............

[@StarryHilder]

+Anthony Sinclair thank you. mr.h

[@MFSergiu]

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!!

[@edkemper4385]

We are presently on the path of riches like you have. We bought land, are about to start our real log home and off grid adventure. Your videos, with your wonderful husband are an inspiration and a wealth of knowledge and real life experience. We learn something new in every addition you make. Looking forward to the new year.

[@StarryHilder]

+Ed Kemper Im so glad you are on your own journey and enjoying the real life videos we put out there for you and others! God bless your journey!!

[@daledurbin2354]

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.

[@mikewiscombe5582]

Happy holiday to you both. Love to see Mr Hilder taking part in the videos keep it up.

[@StarryHilder]

+Mike Wiscombe Thank you we w ill

[@rudibones]

thank you for all your videosyou are really doing it. great job

[@jred1838]

Thanks for turning us on to this plow idea. We also plow with the tractor. It is COLD and time consuming. My husband has talked about buying a truck with a plow, but this is removable...thanks for the information. Also, the reason I keep coming back this particular station is because you are living it.You aren't speculating from a book.You save me the time and trouble of making the mistakes that cost money and precious time. Keep it up and ignore the trolls! Merry Christmas and happy New Year;I look forward to more learning videos.

[@StarryHilder]

+jred1838 Yes you dont know until you live it...and the tractor..although sounds great..makes things a little more difficult. This plow is awesome...we will do a vid soon!

[@sweetiepie7840]

Love you guys!!! Keep on keeping on!!✝️❤️✝️

[@dustyblue2ify]

thank you for sharing :) Enjoy Mr. Hilder rants!!

[@StarryHilder]

+dustyblue2ify Thank you!!

[@dustyblue2ify]

Keep sharing vids so insightful Happy New Year!