The Wind Lives Here (We Just Pay Rent)
The desert does not do gentle.
It doesn’t breeze.
It doesn’t drift.
It arrives — like it owns the place
and we forgot to check the lease.
The wind out here has a personality disorder.
One minute: postcard sunset.
Next minute: airborne lawn chairs,
missing dog bowls,
and me chasing a trash can across open land
like a low-budget western.
It rattles the RV so hard
you start mentally apologizing
to every bolt you’ve ever tightened.
I used to hate it.
I’d sit there counting gusts,
waiting for the walls to peel off
and my life to end on a weather report.
But somewhere along the way
the fear turned into rhythm.
The RV rocks at night —
not gently, not romantically —
more like a drunk uncle trying to dance,
and somehow… I sleep better.
Because the truth is:
Nothing fake survives out here.
The wind steals weak plans,
bad attitudes,
and anything not actually secured.
It’s basically nature’s personality test.
City life has locks.
The desert has proof.
The same wind that throws sand in your coffee
also cools a 105° afternoon,
carries music farther than speakers should reach,
and reminds you
you are very small
and somehow very alive.
We didn’t move here for comfort.
We moved here for honesty.
The wind isn’t trying to ruin us.
It’s just asking daily:
“You still sure about this life?”
Every morning we wake up
still here,
still stubborn,
still slightly covered in dust.
Rocked, not broken.
Turns out —
the wind lives here.
We’re just the weird people
it hasn’t managed to evict yet.
Tag: off grid living
Running a Campground While Having an Existential Crisis (Yes, It’s Off-Grid Life)
People sometimes imagine off-grid living as peaceful sunsets, birds chirping, and me gracefully watering plants in a linen dress.
Reality:
I’m answering emails, fixing something that broke, scheduling events, running a campground, posting on five social media platforms, and wondering why my brain feels like a browser with 47 tabs open.
We moved to the desert in October 2020 with a dream — not to get rich, not to build a resort, but to build a place. A place where people could come, breathe, exist, and not feel judged. A place that respects nature, recycles, upcycles, and tries very hard not to waste what the earth gives us.
We didn’t want elaborate.
We wanted sustainable.
Affordable events. Real community. Music, gatherings, conversations, and people sitting around a fire actually talking to each other instead of just scrolling.
The membership program?
We never planned that.
It happened because people kept asking:
“Can we stay longer?”
So we created a way people could be part of the land instead of just visiting it.
And now we’re starting something new — Off-Grid Campfire Chat.
We changed the name because we are not experts. Not even close.
We are people figuring it out in real time.
The Campfire Chat isn’t a class.
It’s a place.
Some people come to learn.
Some come to help others.
Some come because they feel alone and need to hear,
“Yeah… life is hard sometimes.”
Living off-grid doesn’t remove normal problems.
You still get tired.
You still doubt yourself.
You still get overwhelmed running a campground, an event center, and all the promotion that never takes a day off — even when your brain begs for one.
But the goal here was never perfection.
It was belonging.
If you want to learn, talk, vent, or just sit quietly and listen — you’re welcome.
Even if you never plan to live off-grid.
Off-Grid Talk Live Every Morning | Learn Real Off-Grid Living at Ka-Hoon Campground
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.
Bring coffee. Bring questions. Or just listen.
Watch LIVE on TikTok: Colquhoun Entertainment
Tonight in the Desert: Music, Chaos, and Off-Grid Mayhem with Advocatus Diaboli & Melodious
Join us TONIGHT at 5 PM MST for Music in the Desert, streaming live from the New Mexico desert at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun.
Hosted by Advocatus Diaboli and Melodious, this isn’t your typical livestream. Expect original music, wild covers, and a little desert chaos thrown in for flavor. You’ll also catch our Offgrid Talk, chats about off-grid living, and a peek at life at Ka-Hoon Campground & Event Center.
Watch live on YouTube and TikTok via Colquhoun Entertainment, and join a community of people who love desert vibes, music, and spontaneous adventure.
Whether you’re here for the music, the off-grid stories, or the chaos that follows the dogs, there’s something for everyone.
Don’t miss it — 5 PM MST!
“Watch live weekly from Plateau Hame de Colquhoun in New Mexico — Music in the Desert hosted by Advocatus Diaboli and Melodious”
Your Coworkers Think You’re Working… You’re Watching an Off-Grid Livestream Instead
Today at NOON MST, step away from the fluorescent lights, emails, and reheated leftovers and join us for a relaxed mid-day livestream — Off-Grid Talk with Melodious.
Broadcasting straight from the New Mexico desert at Plateau Hame de Colquhoun, this isn’t a podcast, and it isn’t a lecture. It’s more like sitting outside with friends while solar panels hum, coffee brews, and dogs supervise absolutely everything.
We’ll be talking about:
• real off-grid living
• solar life and daily challenges
• RV and desert living
• weird stories from the middle of nowhere
• whatever the dogs decide is important
Bring your lunch. Bring your coffee. Or just bring your need to mentally escape work for a little while.
Watch LIVE on TikTok:
Colquhoun Entertainment
Learn more about our music, shows, and events:
https://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
Campground & membership info:
https://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
We also host Music in the Desert livestream concerts weekly, featuring originals, covers, and a little bit of desert chaos.
Sometimes people tune in because they’re curious about off-grid life.
Sometimes they stay for the dogs.
Either way — you’re WELCOME here.
Live today — Noon MST
“Watch live weekly from Plateau Hame de Colquhoun in New Mexico — Music in the Desert hosted by Advocatus Diaboli and Melodious”
Why Our Campground Has a Membership (And Why It’s Not an RV Park)
If you’ve watched our latest video, you probably heard the question we get constantly:
“Why does a campground need a membership?”
Fair question.
Most campgrounds are designed for temporary stays. You pull in, set up, stay a few days, and then move along. You might wave to your neighbors… but by the time you learn their name, they’re already packing up.
We realized something.
We weren’t trying to create a place people visit.
We were trying to create a place people belong.
At Ka-Hoon Campground – Plateau Hame de Colquhoun, we kept meeting incredible travelers, off-gridders, artists, musicians, and people looking for a quieter life. But the structure of a normal campground meant they had to leave just when friendships started forming.
So we changed the model.
What the Membership Actually Is
The membership isn’t a resort pass.
It isn’t a timeshare.
It isn’t an HOA.
It’s simply how we keep a stable community instead of a revolving parking lot.
Instead of strict campground policies, our philosophy is simple:
Respect is the rule.
We don’t want a place full of paperwork and enforcement — we want a place where people naturally look out for each other, share skills, and create something together.
What Makes It Different
Our members aren’t just campers. They become part of daily life here.
People garden.
People build projects.
People share meals.
People play music.
People host events.
We host regular activities including:
- People build projects.
- People share meals.
- People play music.
- People host events.
We host regular activities including:
- Music in the Desert live shows
- Karaoke nights
- Movies and gatherings
- Seasonal events
Some members stay a short time.
Some stay much longer.
The goal was never to build a campground.
The goal was to build a community where people can slow down and live differently.
Who It’s For
This place tends to attract:
- Off-grid and solar living enthusiasts
- RV and van lifers
- Tiny home travelers
- Creatives and makers
- People escaping strict HOA living
- Anyone wanting a quieter, more intentional environment
It’s not luxury camping.
It’s not a party resort.
It’s a shared space built on mutual respect.
Why We Made the Video
Because the word “membership” confuses people.
It sounds formal — but the reality is the opposite. The membership simply allows us to know who is here, keep the environment safe, and maintain a few real community members rather than alway constantly changing campground.
If you’re looking for a place to just park , we offer multiple platforms to book through
If you’re looking for a place to settle for a while and meet people who actually know your name — you probably understand immediately.
Learn more about becoming a member:
https://plateauhamedecolquhoun.com/membership/
And you can watch our events and shows free online on YouTube and TikTok through Colquhoun Entertainment.
Membership is limited
A Solar-Powered Show From the Middle of the Desert — Music in the Desert Goes Live Today
Today we’re going live again with *Music in the Desert*, a weekly solar-powered broadcast from our off-grid homestead in the New Mexico desert. No venue, no grid power — just sunlight, batteries, storytelling, and music.
Hosted by Advocatus Diaboli & Melodious, the show blends singing, parody songs, originals, covers, and unexpected moments that only happen when you’re broadcasting from the middle of nowhere. Sometimes wildlife even wanders past the cameras.
We stream free so anyone can watch from home.
🌵 Campground & events: [www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com](http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com)
🎶 Music & band: [www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com](http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com)
Join us live at **5 PM MST** on YouTube and TikTok (Colquhoun Entertainment).
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Security Camera Caught a Mysterious Desert Animal at Our Off-Grid Campground Last Night
A Quiet Visitor Passed Through the Campground Last Night
One of the things about living off-grid is you eventually realize…
We’re not the only ones who live here.
Last night our security cameras recorded a small nighttime visitor calmly wandering through the campground. No panic, no mess, no interest in anything we had — just a peaceful stroll across the property like it had somewhere important to be.
From the shape, ears, and long tail, it *looks* like it may be a fox — but we aren’t wildlife experts. If anyone familiar with desert animals recognizes the species, feel free to let us know what you think.
Whatever it was, the little traveler appeared healthy, relaxed, and completely at home in the desert.
Honestly… probably one of the most polite guests we’ve ever had.
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Sharing Space With the Real Residents
People sometimes imagine desert living as empty.
It isn’t.
It’s just quieter — and the neighbors don’t knock.
We see tracks in the mornings, hear distant calls at night, and every once in a while the cameras show us who actually lives here full-time. Moments like this are a reminder that we didn’t create this place. We simply settled into it.
We don’t chase wildlife.
We don’t feed wildlife.
We don’t disturb wildlife.
We just observe and respect.
Out here, coexistence matters more than ownership.
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The Desert and the Music
Experiences like this are part of why we created **Music in the Desert** in the first place.
The land, the stillness, the stars, and the unexpected moments all shape the atmosphere of what we do.
Sometimes the audience is people listening to the music.
Sometimes… it’s whoever quietly passes through under the night sky.
**Music in the Desert** is hosted by:
🎙 *Advocatus Diaboli*
🎶 *Melodious*
Learn more about the campground and events:
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
Explore the music of Advocatus Diaboli:
http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
We’re grateful to share the desert with every respectful visitor — human or otherwise.
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#DesertWildlife #OffGridLiving #fox #campgroundlife #KaHoonCampground
Our Dogs Explain the Stress of Off-Grid Life at Ka-Hoon Campground 🌵🐾
Life Is Tough at Ka-Hoon Campground & Event Center (According to the Dogs)
If you ask our dogs, life at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center** is incredibly demanding. Not because of danger, weather, or off-grid living — but because someone has to supervise *everything*.
Welcome to relaxed desert life at **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun**, where the biggest challenges involve lounging, watching humans work, and staring intensely at objects that may or may not move.
Living off-grid in central New Mexico has taught us that stress looks different out here. While humans juggle projects, events, and creative work through **Colquhoun Entertainment**, the dogs remain hyper-focused on their self-appointed roles: protector of nothing, rebellious observer, proper overseer, and professional fetch enthusiast.
This balance of calm, creativity, and humor is what makes **Ka-Hoon Campground** special. From hosting **Music in the Desert** to building community through off-grid living, we believe life doesn’t have to be rushed to be meaningful.
The dogs agree — as long as they’re included in every decision.
Whether you’re here for camping, events at **Ka-Hoon Event Center**, or just a glimpse into an off-grid lifestyle filled with personality, this is what desert living really looks like: grounded, creative, and just a little sarcastic.
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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#OffGridLife
#CampgroundLife
#TalkingDogs
#DesertLiving
#KaHoonCampground
Music in the Desert LIVE Tonight! Off-Grid Music, Laughs & Chaos 🌵🎶
🎶 Music in the Desert Tonight | Live at Ka-Hoon Campground & Event Center
When the sun drops over the desert and the air starts to cool, something special happens out here. **Music in the Desert** isn’t just a show — it’s a gathering, a vibe, and a reminder that art thrives even in the most unexpected places.
Tonight at **5 PM MST**, join us live on **YouTube and TikTok via Colquhoun Entertainment** for another unforgettable **Music in the Desert** show, hosted by **Advocatus Diaboli** and **Melodious**.
Expect a night filled with **music, laughter, playful chaos, and genuine fun** — the kind that only happens when creativity meets the open desert sky.
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🌵 Where It All Comes Together
Music in the Desert is proudly produced by **Colquhoun Entertainment** and rooted at **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun**, home of **Ka-Hoon Campground** and **Ka-Hoon Event Center**. Living and creating off-grid inspires everything we do — from **Offgrid Talk** conversations to live performances that feel raw, real, and refreshingly human.
This isn’t polished, cookie-cutter entertainment.
This is **community-built**, **artist-driven**, and **joyfully different**.
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🔥 Advocatus Diaboli & the Grim Leafer Band — What’s Coming Next
Make sure you’re following **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band**, because big things are coming. Their upcoming album, ***“Close to the Gate”***, is on the horizon, and a **release party** is in the works. If you’ve seen them live, you already know — this isn’t a typical band experience. It’s theatrical, provocative, humorous, and unforgettable.
Behind the scenes, creative collaborations continue through **JAFO Productions**, **Melodie’s Oddities**, and even the **Dusty Nail General Store**, where handmade, offbeat creations meet desert spirit.
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🎤 Want to Book Music in the Desert or the Band?
Interested in booking **Music in the Desert** for your platform?
Want **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band** to perform at your venue or event?
📧 **Contact:**
**[Melodies.oddities@gmail.com](mailto:Melodies.oddities@gmail.com)**
👉 http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
👉 http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band
We love partnering with venues and creators who appreciate originality, artistic freedom, and a little beautiful weirdness.
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## 🌙 See You Tonight
Whether you’re tuning in from the desert, the city, or somewhere in between — **we’ll see you tonight at 5 PM MST**.
Follow **Colquhoun Entertainment**, subscribe, and stay connected for updates, shows, and everything happening at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**.
Music lives here.
Community lives here.
And tonight — the desert sings. 🎶✨
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#MusicInTheDesert #OffGridLife #LiveMusic #UndergroundArtists #DesertVibes
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