🌞 Off-Grid Progress: Building a New Solar Setup the Hard Way (But the Right Way)
Off-grid life doesn’t always come with easy solutions — especially when multiple trips to town still don’t get you what you need. After many runs trying to find the right parts, we realized it was time to stop chasing missing pieces and **build what we could with what we had**.
So we brainstormed, regrouped, and got to work.
The solar panels are now **assembled, standing, and securely spiked down**. That alone felt like a win. The next step, however, is no small task: **moving eight 100-pound batteries nearly 200 feet**, getting them set in place, wired correctly, and fully integrated into the system. Once that’s done, we’ll have **another fully functioning solar setup**.
This additional system will allow us to take some of the load off the **Music Studio solar**, which is huge for us. During long winter nights in the New Mexico desert, studio time becomes limited. Without sun, we don’t create power — and creativity doesn’t always stick to daylight hours. This setup should finally allow us to **work later into the night**, even when the sun sets early.
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🔋 Why This Solar Setup Matters
At **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun**, off-grid living is a constant balance of power management, planning, and adaptation. We’ve reconfigured this solar system **many times**, trying different approaches, but nothing else fell into place the way this did. Sometimes the “right” solution only becomes clear after everything else fails.
That’s the reality of off-grid life — trial, error, and persistence.
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🔨 What’s Next on the Project List?
That’s still up in the air.
We may finally put the **flooring down in the Greenroom**, since we now have everything needed to do it. Other projects are on the list as well, but those will require time, planning, and saving funds — another familiar rhythm of off-grid living.
There’s always something to fix, build, or improve out here. And honestly? That’s part of what keeps it rewarding.
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🎶 Powered by Music and the Sun
This project isn’t just about power — it’s about **supporting creativity**. Music is a huge part of life here, and the soundtrack to this video is **“Skally Wag” by Advocatus Diaboli**, bringing the perfect energy to another day of building, hauling, and problem-solving.
🎧 Learn more about the music here:
👉 **http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com**
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## 🌵 Learn More About Our Off-Grid Life
If you’d like to follow along with our projects, music, and life in the desert, visit:
👉http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com**
Off-grid living isn’t easy, but it’s honest, creative, and deeply rewarding. One solar panel, one battery, and one project at a time.
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We Ditched the Grid in the Desert 🌵 Real Off-Grid Life, Power Struggles & Freedom | LIVE 11AM MST
🌵 Off-Grid Talk Today at 11 AM MST – Real Life, Real Desert, Real Resilience
Living off-grid isn’t about perfection — it’s about **adaptation, creativity, and resilience**, especially when you’re doing it in the New Mexico desert. Today at **11:00 AM MST**, we’re hosting our **Off-Grid Talk** live, sharing real experiences from daily life at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**.
Normally this talk happens earlier, but today we’ve shifted to **11 AM** due to other live activities happening on the homestead. Off-grid life teaches flexibility — and this is a perfect example of that in action.
🔋 What We’ll Be Talking About
This isn’t a glossy, influencer version of off-grid living. This is the **real deal**:
* Power management in extreme desert conditions
* Living comfortably without hookups
* Building community while living independently
* Lessons learned from failures (because there are plenty)
* How music, creativity, and nature keep us grounded
From **Music in the Desert** to daily life with the dogs, the studio, and the land itself — off-grid living here is a blend of grit, humor, and freedom.
🏜️ Why Off-Grid Works for Us
At **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun**, off-grid living isn’t about isolation. It’s about **intentional living**, mutual respect, and creating a space where people can be themselves without judgment.
Some days the desert is calm and peaceful. Other days it reminds you who’s really in charge. Either way, we show up, adapt, and keep moving forward — and that’s exactly what today’s talk is about.
### 🎶 More Than Just Power and Solar
Off-grid life here also means:
* Live music and creative expression
* Community gatherings at Ka-Hoon Campground
* Advocatus Diaboli & the Grim Leafer Band
* Conversations that matter
Because surviving off-grid is one thing — **living fully off-grid is another**.
đź“Ť **Join us live today at 11:00 AM MST**
Whether you’re curious about off-grid life, already living it, or just need a reminder that resilience can be joyful — you’re welcome here.
Freedom, creativity, and the desert way of life… powered by the sun and a lot of determination.
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Music: Sands of Time by Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band
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🎸 Music in the Desert LIVE Tonight 5PM MST! Advocatus Diaboli & Melodious Stream 🎶
🎶 Music in the Desert – Live Tonight at 5 PM MST!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of live music, creativity, and off-grid inspiration! **Music in the Desert** kicks off tonight at 5 PM MST, livestreamed on **TikTok** and **YouTube** via **Colquhoun Entertainment**. Join your hosts, the electrifying **Advocatus Diaboli** and the charismatic **Melodious**, for a night full of energy, music, and community vibes.
The event takes place in the **JAFO Productions** studio, located on the scenic grounds of **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**, proudly run by **Plateau hame de Colquhoun LLC**. Whether you’re tuning in online or visiting in person, this is a chance to experience a truly unique musical journey.
**Music in the Desert** is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of creativity, off-grid living, and the joy of coming together through music. From live parodies to original compositions, **Advocatus Diaboli** and **Melodious** bring a dynamic performance that blends humor, artistry, and musical mastery.
For those curious about off-grid lifestyles, don’t miss our **Offgrid Talk** segment, sharing insights into sustainable living, creative freedom, and the magic of life at **Plateau hame de Colquhoun**. This is the perfect combination of entertainment, inspiration, and a peek into a lifestyle that celebrates freedom, nature, and self-expression.
Follow the action live on **TikTok** and **YouTube** at **Colquhoun Entertainment**, and be part of a growing community of music lovers and off-grid enthusiasts. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the music, or the lifestyle tips, **Music in the Desert** delivers a memorable experience that keeps you coming back for more.
Don’t miss tonight’s show at 5 PM MST—connect, dance, laugh, and celebrate with **Advocatus Diaboli**, **Melodious**, and all the incredible talent from **JAFO Productions**. Experience the creativity, energy, and unique charm that only **Plateau hame de Colquhoun** and **Music in the Desert** can provide!
**Stay tuned, stay inspired, and join the adventure—tonight at 5 PM MST on TikTok and YouTube!**
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Music by Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
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Music in the Desert LIVE Tonight | Advocatus Diaboli & Melodious | Off-Grid Desert Vibes
🎶 Music in the Desert Tonight – Live From Ka-Hoon Campground & Event Center
There’s something special about music echoing across the desert as the sun begins to set. At **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun**, we believe music isn’t just entertainment — it’s connection, resilience, and freedom. Tonight, that spirit comes alive once again with **Music in the Desert**, hosted by **Advocatus Diaboli and Melodious**.
Join us **tonight, Tuesday, January 13th at 5 PM MST**, for a live performance streaming straight from the desert at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Ka-Hoon Event Center**.
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🌵 Music, Freedom, and Off-Grid Living
Life off-grid teaches you a lot about resilience. Out here, surrounded by wide-open skies, music takes on a deeper meaning. **Music in the Desert** isn’t about perfection — it’s about authenticity, creativity, and sharing moments that feel real.
Hosted by **Advocatus Diaboli** and **Melodious**, tonight’s event brings together sound, storytelling, and the unmistakable energy of the desert. Whether you’re watching from afar or have joined us before, you’re always welcome here.
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🎸 About Advocatus Diaboli & Colquhoun Entertainment
**Advocatus Diaboli**, along with **Colquhoun Entertainment**, is known for creating experiences that blend music, art, and unconventional living. From animatronic performances to original music and parodies, every show is crafted with heart, humor, and intention.
At **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun**, creativity thrives without judgment. This is a place where being different is celebrated — and where music becomes a bridge between people from all walks of life.
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đź”´ How to Watch Music in the Desert Tonight
You can tune in live and be part of the experience from anywhere:
* **Live on TikTok:** Colquhoun Entertainment
* **Live on YouTube:** Colquhoun Entertainment
* **Event Time:** Tuesday, January 13th at **5 PM MST**
Learn more about our off-grid campground, events, and membership opportunities at:
👉 **www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com**
Explore the music and world of Advocatus Diaboli at:
👉 **www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com**
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🌙 More Than a Show — It’s a Community
**Music in the Desert** is more than a livestream. It’s about slowing down, listening, and remembering that even in the middle of nowhere, connection matters. Whether you’re here for the music, the message, or the peaceful desert vibes, we’re glad you’re joining us.
So grab a drink, get comfortable, and let the desert soundtrack carry you into the evening.
🎶 **See you tonight at 5 PM MST.** 🎶
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Desert Resilience | Off-Grid Life, Dogs, Music & Freedom at Ka-Hoon Campground
🌵 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.
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Music by: Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
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We Had to Redesign Our Entire 5K Solar Build at the Last Minute
🔆 Another Day Building Our 5K Off-Grid Solar System
Building off-grid infrastructure is never as simple as it looks on paper — and today was a perfect example of that.
We spent another long day working on our **5K solar power system**, a critical part of keeping our off-grid campground and event space running sustainably. While we were excited to finally get everything installed, the process came with an unexpected challenge right out of the gate.
The frame that was purchased with the solar panels turned out to be **missing several major components**, parts that were essential to assembling the system safely and correctly. Unfortunately, replacements for those components weren’t available anywhere, which meant we had no choice but to **redesign the entire setup from scratch**.
Redesigning a solar system mid-build isn’t ideal, but off-grid life teaches you flexibility fast. After reassessing the structure, sourcing alternative parts, and adjusting the layout, we were finally able to move forward.
By the end of the day — just before the sun dipped below the horizon — we successfully completed **one full solar unit and got it installed into place**. Seeing it standing and ready was a huge win after the setbacks earlier in the day.
Every step like this brings us closer to a stronger, more reliable **off-grid solar power system**, helping us reduce reliance on generators and keep our desert operation running efficiently. Progress may not always be fast, but it’s always worth it.
Stay tuned — there’s much more solar work ahead as we continue building a resilient, sustainable future off-grid.
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Music by Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
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Day 2 Off-Grid Solar Build + New Year’s Music in the Desert LIVE Tonight!
**Day 2 of the Solar Build at Ka-Hoon Campground & Event Center**
Day 2 of our solar build is underway here at **Ka-Hoon Campground** and **Ka-Hoon Event Center**, and like most off-grid projects, planning hasn’t been as simple as it looked on paper.
When we purchased our solar setup, it came with a metal frame designed to be bolted together. What it didn’t include were the pipes needed to hold the frame upright. The challenge? We can purchase the pipe, but hauling **22-foot lengths** out to our off-grid location just isn’t possible for us.
Our first solution was to buy shorter pipe sections, have them threaded, and connect them together. Unfortunately, the local pipe place doesn’t offer threading services and doesn’t carry the connectors we’d need. With limited options and no way to fabricate the parts ourselves, we had to pivot once again.
So **Day 2 became all about problem-solving** — rethinking the mounting system and figuring out a setup that works with our tools, transport limitations, and off-grid reality. Today’s plan is to move forward with **building and assembly** now that we have a clearer direction.
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## **Music in the Desert – New Year’s Party Update**
As we continue the build, we’re also finalizing plans for **Music in the Desert**. We’re still dialing in the best start time for **tonight’s New Year’s Party**, but right now it’s looking like **8 PM MST**.
Join us live on **TikTok and YouTube via Colquhoun Entertainment** as we ring in the New Year with music, creativity, and off-grid vibes. Hosted by **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band**, with **Melodious** keeping things flowing, this will be a celebration you won’t want to miss.
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## **Join Us for Offgrid Talk – Every Morning**
Don’t forget to join us **every morning at 8 AM MST** for **Offgrid Talk**, streaming live on **TikTok @ColquhounEntertainment**.
**Offgrid Talk** is a relaxed, open conversation space where you can:
* Ask questions about off-grid living
* Share advice or ideas
* Hang out with a welcoming community
Hosted by **Melodious**, everyone is welcome — whether you’re fully off-grid, just curious, or somewhere in between.
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### Stay Connected
Follow **Colquhoun Entertainment**, **Music in the Desert**, and **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band** for updates on events, solar build progress, and daily livestreams from **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**.
We look forward to seeing you live tonight and every morning on **Offgrid Talk** 🌵🎶
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Solar Build Part One: Prepping the Trailer for Off-Grid Power & Energy Independence!
**Part One: Preparing for Our Solar Build – Cleaning Out the Trailer**
Before any off-grid solar system can be built, preparation is everything. **Part One of our solar build journey** begins with a task that isn’t glamorous—but absolutely necessary: **cleaning out the trailer and getting it ready for solar installation**.
The trailer had been serving as storage for months. Inside, we carefully stored **all of the lumber and building materials**, along with **tools and electrical equipment** needed for the upcoming solar build. Everything except the actual **solar panels** was kept safely inside to protect it from desert weather.
As we cleared the trailer, we took stock of what we had, organized materials, and made space for the next phase of the project. This step is critical in any off-grid solar build. A clean, organized workspace helps prevent mistakes, protects equipment, and makes the installation process smoother once the solar components arrive.
Living off-grid means every step counts. You don’t just build—you plan, prepare, and adapt. Cleaning out the trailer wasn’t just about making room; it was about setting the foundation for energy independence and long-term sustainability.
This marks the official beginning of our solar build series. In the next part, we’ll move into staging materials, final layout planning, and preparing the trailer for mounting and wiring.
If you’re interested in off-grid living, solar power setups, or real-world preparation behind renewable energy projects, this is where it all starts.
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Off-Grid Desert Magic: Music, Campfires & Community at Plateau Hame De Colquhoun!
**Plateau Hame De Colquhoun: Where Off-Grid Living, Music & Community Come Alive**
Tucked deep in the New Mexico desert, **Plateau Hame De Colquhoun** is more than a destination — it’s a living, breathing off-grid community built on creativity, freedom, and connection. Home to **Ka-Hoon Campground** and the **Ka-Hoon Event Center**, this unique space welcomes travelers, musicians, artists, and free thinkers from all walks of life.
At the heart of Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is a passion for **Music in the Desert**, a growing movement powered by **Colquhoun Entertainment** and **JAFO Productions**. From intimate campfire sessions to full live performances, the desert comes alive with sound, laughter, and unforgettable experiences.
One of the most talked-about acts to grace the stage is **Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band** — a darkly humorous, genre-blending performance that pairs music with storytelling, animatronics, and pure originality. Their shows embody the spirit of Ka-Hoon: bold, different, and unapologetically authentic.
Beyond music, Plateau Hame De Colquhoun is a hub for conversation and curiosity. **Offgrid Talk** brings real discussions about alternative living, self-reliance, creativity, and community building. These conversations often spill over into late nights under the stars, where ideas flow as freely as the desert air.
Visitors can also explore **Melodies Oddities**, a space celebrating the strange, artistic, and handcrafted, or stop by the **Dusty Nail General Store**, a rustic desert staple offering essentials, curiosities, and a bit of old-school charm.
Whether you’re camping at **Ka-Hoon Campground**, attending an event at **Ka-Hoon Event Center**, or discovering the magic of Plateau Hame De Colquhoun for the first time, one thing is clear: this is a place where creativity thrives, judgment fades, and community matters.
Come experience **Music in the Desert**, off-grid living, and a community that welcomes you exactly as you are.
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Escape the Chaos: Discover Ka-hoon Campground Where You Can Finally Be Yourself in the Desert!
It’s Okay to Be Yourself at Ka-hoon Campground and Event Center 🌵
Here at **Ka-hoon Campground and Event Center**, we believe it’s okay to be yourself.
Out here in the open desert, there’s no pressure to fit in, rush, or be anything you’re not.
The desert moves at its own pace. Wide skies, quiet land, and open space invite you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. This is a place where you can step away from expectations and simply be.
Respecting others matters — but just as important is **showing yourself respect**.
Honoring your boundaries, your pace, and your truth is part of living authentically.
Whether you’re visiting our campground, attending an event, or experiencing off-grid living, Ka-hoon welcomes real people just as they are. Your voice belongs here. Your presence matters here.
Take the space you need. Be true to yourself.
You’re welcome at **Ka-hoon Campground and Event Center**. 🌵✨
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