In this reflective episode, a photo from ten years ago sends Luke and Dakota down memory lane, exploring the incredible changes that have led them to their off-grid life. They discuss the power of determination, the journey of manifesting a dream, and how the far-off goal of homesteading became a reality much sooner than either of them expected. It's a conversation about hard work, believing in your goals, and how much can change in a decade. And, in a classic Luke and Dakota twist, they also tackle the very important question of their favorite kind of cheesecake.

Join us for an early morning coffee on the homestead as we dive into the logistics of our off-grid water system. We're living on nearly 1,000 gallons of "Sky Juice" (aka rainwater) that we've collected, and we're sharing all the details about how we filter it for drinking and conserve it for daily use.

We'll also clear up some misconceptions about what "off-grid" really means and give you a tour of the wildlife in our pond—from the fish we know are in there to the massive snapping turtle that once attacked one of our ducks. It's another unfiltered conversation about the realities, challenges, and funny moments of homestead life.

In this episode of Luke and Dakota Off-Grid, join us for an afternoon coffee as we share more stories from our homestead adventure. We're continuing the slow-but-steady process of putting up drywall in the cabin, all while navigating the quirks of our property—like a murky pond we won't swim in (thanks to snapping turtles and a lack of a liner).

Listen in for tales of close encounters with black widow spiders, our unique system for washing dishes without running water, and our dream of one day having a proper kitchen. We also share how we transitioned from life on the road to our off-grid homestead, what it's like being recognized by the local Walmart greeter, and why a real compost toilet will be the ultimate luxury.