It’s time to dig into one of my favorite topics: true independence and off-grid living. Curtis Stone (@offgridcurtisstone) is a renowned small-farm educator and author of The Urban Farmer who has built a thriving 40-acre homestead in British Columbia. In this conversation, he shares both the philosophy and the practical steps behind creating a life of freedom. We trace his journey from punk-rock musician to urban farmer, and how a brutal winter storm in Montreal sparked the realization of just how fragile our modern systems are. That wake-up call led him to discover farming, permaculture, and ultimately the path toward self-reliance.
He breaks down what aspiring homesteaders need to know when searching for land, along with the “11 scales of permanence” he uses to evaluate properties. Curtis also gets into the realities of homesteading: what it takes to live seasonally on the land, why fencing and livestock dogs are non-negotiable, how to protect against fire, and the importance of building community with your neighbors.
If you’ve ever dreamed of living off the grid, or just want a framework to make smarter decisions about your home environment, Curtis delivers hard-won wisdom and practical tools to help you create a resilient life rooted in freedom and purpose.
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🎙 (00:00:00) From Punk Rocker to Urban Farmer to Homesteader
🎙 (00:12:26) How to Choose Land Like a Pro
🎙 (00:39:14) Wildlife, Fencing, & Powering the Homestead
🎙 (00:56:41) A Realistic Path to Food Independence
🎙 (01:10:00) Going Off-Grid While Being EMF-Aware
🎙 (01:33:43) Walking Through Grief With Courage
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