Tag Archives: homesteading

Simple Solar Homesteading Videos

Posted on May 18, 2010 by Michael Janzen

Lamar Alexander, the fellow behind Simple Solar Homesteading, has been busy publishing videos of his tiny home and homestead on his Solar Cabin YouTube Channel. Below are three examples of the kind of videos you’ll find there. The first shows … Continue reading →

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The Homestead at Denison University

Posted on May 16, 2010 by Michael Janzen

This is slightly off-topic but very relevant to designing a complete sustainable homestead, which a house is just one component of the whole system. The other components needed to sustain life vary depending on where you choose to live, but … Continue reading →

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Simple Solar Homesteading

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Michael Janzen

I’ve written about this Simple Solar Homestead before but LaMar has made some improvements to his website including the addition of videos and photos of cabins built from the plans in his book. His book is called Simple Solar Homesteading … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Simple Solar Homesteading by LaMar Alexander H.E.S.

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Michael Janzen

For five bucks Lamar’s ebook Simple Solar Homesteading is a bargain. You can also order a print copy for $15 plus shipping but buying the ebook pdf version will give you quicker access to the information. I ordered the book … Continue reading →

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