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Going 'Off-the-Grid' is the term referencing living in a home autonomous from one or more municipal utilities.  For an array of reasons, current and future landowners are researching how to become more self-sufficient in their dwelling needs.  Whether the motivation is due to lack of access to services, saving money or attempting to lower the environmental impact of living, exploring alternative options for power, water, waste and other amenities is part of planning to live off-grid.

Many land buyers are looking to escape the city and obtain some sort of self-sufficiency. Gardening is a key element to that change of lifestyle.

We all know the benefits of growing our own food, but many feel the cold of winter coming on and start to rely more and more on the local grocer during these months, especially during the busy holidays.  The following outlines tips to extend your gardening through the winter, while preparing for the next year.