Living Off-Grid in the Desert: Why We Host a Weather Tower 🌵⚡
Out here in the New Mexico desert, weather isn’t just small talk—it’s survival. When you live off-grid at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center, knowing when storms are rolling in or how strong the winds will get can make the difference between a calm night and a dangerous one.
That’s why we were more than happy when the University of New Mexico approached us about installing a **weather tower** on our property. Reliable local weather information has always been scarce on the mesa, so hosting this tower has been a huge step forward for our community.
### Why the Weather Tower Matters
The tower collects real-time data on temperature, wind, rainfall, and more. This isn’t just useful for us—it’s open for everyone! Whether you’re another off-grid homesteader, a camper planning a weekend with us, or just someone curious about desert conditions, the tower makes accurate weather data accessible to all.
### How to Access the Data
If you’d like to see the weather conditions here in real time, you can check the tower’s reports online. It’s listed under **Abeytas** on the New Mexico State University site.
👉https://weather.nmsu.edu/ziamet/station/scvegu/
### Life Off-Grid and Community Connection
Living off-grid means adapting, respecting the land, and finding new ways to stay connected. Hosting this weather tower is just one more way we’re blending independence with community support. It helps us stay safe, plan events at the campground, and share the desert lifestyle with friends near and far.
At Ka-Hoon Campground, we’re not just living in the desert—we’re building something unique. From music with **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band** 🎶 to special events, camping experiences, and now live weather updates, every part of life here connects back to community and creativity.
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