Faith Farm

Where to start-part 3

Land-there is alot to consider when you are looking at a piece of land.  I am sure anyone who is starting a homestead can tell you their ideal picture of what the land should be, unfortunately that is not always possible.  So lets look at some necessities instead. 

First thing is water access.  You must have water to survive, period.  This can be accomplished by access to fresh water streams, lakes, rivers, well, large ponds, water collection systems, ect.  I would seriously look for or plan on some type of water access other than public water companies.  Not that I am against public water but it just makes since to have something as important as water covered by other means non-dependent on others.  You might consider multiple options to accomplish this goal--but it's a big one-make sure your covered.

Workable land-Ask yourself if you will be able to use this type of land to plant a garden/raise animals?  Do you have access to tree's to build or cut for firewood?  What are the zoning laws?  Can you have farm animals?  Is it in a relatively secure location?  Who owns the mineral rights?  How close are the nearest neighbors?  What are they like?  Are you going to enjoy the land?  Is it in your price range?  These are all important things to evaluate.  It may not be perfect but can you work with it?

One last thing to consider in purchasing property----How's the climate?  Is it one your accustomed to?  Are you able to accompish your goals in this weather?  Now is the time to think about heating and cooling you and your future livestock.  Wet or Dry?  Remember if your planing to go off-grid some day things like refrigeration and cooling are important.  Does the sun shine alot, will solar work well?  How about the wind?  Things to consider.

Blessings>faithfarm

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{ 09:56, Wednesday, October 8, 2008 } { Posted by Oakman }

Thank you for the last 3 posts. Great things to think about. We really want to move and get where we can be on our own and less dependant on grocery stores, utilities and such forth. Thanks again. It was very helpful.
Karen