Sometimes the light at the end of the tunnel is just a crazy person with a torch… but hey, at least it ain’t boring!
Here at Plateau Hame de Colquhoun, life off-grid teaches us that inspiration doesn’t always arrive politely on schedule. Some days, the universe sends it with a wink, a spark, or a little chaos — like our Thursday quote reminds us.
Our desert home encourages reflection, laughter, and embracing the unexpected. Whether you’re navigating a literal desert or the deserts of your own life, it’s important to notice the moments that make you smile… even if they’re a little snarky.
A Thursday Reminder
Life isn’t always predictable.
The light at the end of the tunnel might be unconventional.
Laugh at the chaos, and keep moving forward.
This Thursday, Feb 19, 2026, take a moment to appreciate the quirky sparks of inspiration in your life. Whether it’s a wild idea, a sudden insight, or just the desert sunset reminding you that everything is impermanent, find joy in the unexpected.
Living off-grid isn’t just solar panels and pretty sunsets — it’s real life, real challenges, and real community.
Every morning between 11 AM – 12 PM MST, join Off-Grid Talk streaming LIVE on TikTok (Colquhoun Entertainment). Hosted by Melodious & Advocatus Diaboli, this is a relaxed coffee-and-conversation livestream where anyone can ask questions, share experiences, or just hang out.
We broadcast from Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center (Plateau Hame De Colquhoun LLC) — a working off-grid desert homestead. You’ll see:
Solar power life
Water hauling reality
Tiny living
RV living
Homesteading struggles & wins
Daily off-grid routines
Behind-the-scenes campground life
You’ll also meet the Colquhoun pups, talk with real people living this lifestyle, and get honest answers — not influencer fantasy.
Whether you want to live off-grid, are already doing it, or just curious… you’re welcome.
🌵 Resilient in the Desert: Life, Laughter, and Living Off-Grid at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center
Living in the New Mexico desert isn’t easy—and that’s exactly why we love it.
At **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**, off-grid life is a daily lesson in resilience, adaptability, and humor. The sun is intense, the wind has opinions, and nature does not care about schedules. Yet somehow, between solar panels, dirt roads, music, and dogs underfoot, a deep sense of peace and purpose grows.
Desert living teaches you quickly that resilience isn’t about toughness alone—it’s about learning when to laugh, when to slow down, and when to simply roll with whatever the desert throws your way.
Being off-grid means solving problems creatively. Power comes from the sun, not a switch. Plans change with the weather. Convenience is replaced with intention. And while it can be challenging, it’s also incredibly grounding. Life feels real out here—raw, honest, and stripped of unnecessary noise.
Our **Offgrid Talk** grew naturally from this lifestyle. It’s not about pretending we have all the answers—it’s about sharing real conversations, real struggles, and real wins that come with choosing a different way of living. Some mornings it’s reflective, some mornings it’s humorous, and some mornings it’s simply about surviving the desert with coffee and determination.
Then there’s **Music in the Desert**—because resilience also needs joy. Music echoes differently out here, carried by open skies and wide horizons. It brings people together, reminds us to celebrate, and proves that creativity thrives even in the harshest environments.
And of course, no desert homestead story is complete without dogs. They don’t care about heat, dust, or broken plans. They play hard, rest harder, and remind us daily that balance matters. Their pack mentality mirrors off-grid life perfectly—different personalities, different energy levels, all coexisting and adapting together.
Living in the desert teaches you to be flexible, resourceful, and humble. It teaches you that resilience isn’t loud or dramatic—it’s built quietly, day by day, through persistence, humor, and community.
At Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center, resilience isn’t just a concept. It’s a lifestyle. And while the desert may test you, it also gives back clarity, connection, and a freedom that’s hard to find anywhere else.
If you can laugh when the wind knocks things over, adapt when plans fall apart, and find joy under endless skies—you just might be desert-resilient too.
When the Dogs Take Over the Desert: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Music in the Desert**
**Welcome to another fun moment here at our Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center — or as our furry security team calls it, “The Land of Desert Monsters.”** During rehearsals for **Music in the Desert**, the dogs decided it was *their* turn to share their thoughts. From missing toys to “official snack investigations,” their commentary had everyone laughing.
As we prepared for tonight’s performance with **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band**, our four-legged comedians kept a close eye on the action. Whether you’re following us on TikTok, YouTube, or Facebook, these behind-the-scenes moments show what life is really like here at **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun**, also known as **Ka-Hoon**.
Events like **Music in the Desert**, our Halloween-themed activities, and all the fun at the **Dusty Nail General Store**, **JAFO Productions**, **Melodie’s Oddities**, and everything under **Colquhoun Entertainment** make our off-grid world a unique desert experience.
Stay tuned for more updates, livestreams, and all the quirky moments that happen when you live off-grid with creative energy, animatronics, live music, and opinionated dogs.
Music in the Desert: Live Off-Grid Shows with Advocatus Diaboli | Colquhoun Entertainment
**Music in the Desert with Advocatus Diaboli** brings the rhythm of the off-grid life straight to your screen! 🎶 Every **Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday**, join us live on **TikTok (@PlateauHamedeColquhoun)** for a show that’s *anything but average*.
Enjoy a mix of **original songs**, **covers**, **karaoke**, and some good ol’ **off-grid banter** with Brent — better known as **Advocatus Diaboli**. Each night is different, from fan requests to spontaneous jam sessions under the desert sky. 🌵🔥
Whether you’re a music lover, off-grid enthusiast, or just want to hang out with great people, there’s a spot for you at **Colquhoun Entertainment’s Music in the Desert**. Tap in, say hi, request a song, or just relax and enjoy the vibes.
While heading into town, we caught a couple of guys trying to dump some old furniture out in the desert. Living off-grid means respecting the land that gives us peace — and littering isn’t part of that! After a “friendly chat,” they picked it all back up. It’s moments like these that remind us why community and respect for nature matter. Here at Ka-Hoon Campground, we take pride in keeping our desert clean, peaceful, and full of life.
Join the Ka-Hoon Campground Membership – Off-Grid Perks & Fun!
At Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center, we’re more than a campground — we’re a community! 🌵 Our **membership program** is the perfect way to enjoy off-grid living with added perks. Members receive **exclusive discounts**, **free camping at members-only events**, and **special access** to activities like the Halloween Hootenanny, Rangoli, and Music in the Desert.
It’s not just about savings — it’s about being part of something unique, where respect and good vibes are the only rules. Whether you’re camping under the stars, enjoying live music, or connecting with other off-grid adventurers, your membership helps support a growing desert community.
Come join us at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center** and make your off-grid lifestyle even more rewarding!
Life off-grid at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center isn’t just about humans enjoying the desert—it’s also home to our furry family! Vibria, Dreugan, and Lurch love to play together safely inside their pen after a long day of guarding the homestead. We keep our dogs in a secured area for their safety and to respect the campground rules—no loose pets for everyone’s comfort and protection. Even so, that doesn’t stop the fun! Watch as they chase, tumble, and show off their desert joy from their play space here at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center.
From Dreams to Reality: Our Last Visit to the Land Before Moving to New Mexico
Back in January 2020, we purchased our 5 acres of land here in New Mexico. At that time, we knew the journey wasn’t over—we still had to return to Minnesota, finish working at the center for the summer, pack up our lives, and prepare for the big move.
This video from our vault captures our very last visit to the property before heading back north. Looking back now, it’s fascinating to see the land before anything was set up, before the campground and event center, before the community that has grown around Ka-Hoon.
In the video, we mention the mountains in the area—but since then, we’ve learned we were mistaken about which ones we were looking at. It’s a reminder that this whole adventure has been a learning experience, step by step.
Throughout October, we’re sharing more of these “vault” videos, each one a snapshot of our journey. Some are from before we made the move, and some from after. It’s our way of showing the progress, the challenges, and the growth that brought us to where we are today.
Whether you’ve been following our journey from the beginning or just discovered us now, we invite you to join us each day as we share more from our archive. And if you’d like to see where we are today, make sure to follow our TikTok livestreams, YouTube channel, and check out our website for camping and event info.
When we had the Bluemoon container delivered, it changed everything! 🚛 This was our very first container, and since we didn’t have the equipment to move it where we planned, it became the deciding factor for how we set everything up at Ka-Hoon Campground.
Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center 