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The mountain ridge furthest back with the heaviest fog is where we live. I took this photo earlier this week--no AI enhancements. The ragged trees on the left are what is left two years after Hurricane Helene.

Failures, Repairs, and Preventative Measures: A Homestead Update

There are downsides to homestead life, but we manage them, do preventive maintenance, and prep to mitigate the downsides.
Our new Starlink Mini getting its "exercise" so it stays connected to the Starlink satellites above and doesn't get bricked.

Why Your Starlink Might Fail When the Grid Goes Dark

Don't let your backup communications fail! Maintain your Starlink antenna and use Standby Mode for reliable emergency comms.
The snow storm we expected is now going to be an ice storm, which is a more dangerous scenario.

Now We’re Facing a Severe Ice Storm as the Snow Heads...

Widespread power outages are headed our way and all we can do is prep. We're seeing some panic buying as people get ready
Pete just got a Starlink Mini to provide backup communications or internet access while traveling.

Is Starlink a Good System for Preppers?

Pete gets a "free" Starlink Mini and reviews its plusses and minuses for communications during and after a disaster or SHTF event
The power lines are a mess after Hurricane Helene. This pole snapped while the ones to the left are off-kilter.

Hurricane Helene Update: Gradual Progress is Made

18 days after Hurricane Helene, some forward progress is being made here on the homestead and in our broader area.