First thing is get a generator. Second is get away from all electric. Third is try to set up a sustainable source of heat and cooling. Create water reservoir. put in a water well if it doesn't have one. Make sure you can convert from an electric pump/pressure tank system to a windmill.We (wife and I) just purchased a new house that is out in the country. I am interested in opinions and thoughts on what to do with this "blank slate". We are
looking for primarily homesteading type of ideas and preparing for bugging in for whatever reason.
Current stats:
Land,This property is 5 acres in Osage county 1/4 mile from lake Keystone. 90% covered in trees (cedar, blackjack). there is a dry creek bed that appears to get water every now and then. Deer, Turkey, Rabbits on land.
House is all electric with a open fireplace. House is well built in 2001 and passes engineering, termites, septic, overall inspections. 1 small out building that is 8'x10'
My current plan is to work in a garden, create a clearing in the woods for a deer food plot, plant food producing trees/bushes (this is a weakness of mine, what to plant, when)
So, basically my question is. If you just bought this piece of property, what would you do with it?