When the Desert Floods: Life Off-Grid at Ka-Hoon Campground
Yesterday was a true reminder of desert life at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center. We spent most of the day in town running errands and attending appointments, racing the clock to get back in time for our **Music in the Desert livestream with Advocatus Diaboli**.
While it was only sprinkling in town, back home it was pouring. According to the **University of New Mexico Weather Tower located on our land**, we received 1.03 inches of rainâenough to flood and wash out the roads. Out here, anything over â
of an inch makes the dirt roads a challenge, and over an inch changes everything. We had to drive slowly, create new routes around deep washouts, and carefully navigate back to camp.
When we finally arrived home, we discovered our dog yard was completely flooded. Groceries, water, and supplies had to be carried through knee-deep water. The dogs had their own reactionsâDreugan and Lurch thought it was fun, Vibria dashed across as fast as she could, while Persephone decided sheâd rather stand on a cement block than get wet until we coaxed her through.
We had hoped the clouds would move on so that we could still do the livestream. But once we saw just how flooded and messy everything was, we didnât want to open up the music studio and risk damage. So, we had to cancel the show.
By this morning, most of the water inside the fence had drained, leaving only mud. Out here, **living off-grid in the New Mexico desert means adapting to natureâs extremes**âwhether itâs wind, heat, or sudden floods.
Stay tuned for more updates, stories, and our livestreams as we continue to share this adventure with you.
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From Minnesota to New Mexico: How We Built Ka-Hoon Campground & Celebrate 5 Years Strong!
Video from the Vault: Our Journey to Ka-Hoon Campground đľ
Back in **October 2020**, we made the big move from Minnesota to New Mexico. We packed up, downsized, and hit the road toward a new chapter of life. Just a few months earlier, in **January 2020**, we purchased the land that would become **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**.
This vault video takes you back to those early daysâwhen we were still figuring things out, still dreaming, and not yet knowing how much this land would grow into what it is today. From Minnesota winters to New Mexico deserts, it was a leap of faith that became a new way of life.
Now, our homestead is not just home, itâs a place for **campers, musicians, and event-goers** to gather under the desert sky.
⨠**Mark Your Calendars** â¨
In honor of our **5th anniversary of moving to New Mexico on October 18th**, weâll be hosting an **Open Mic Night**! You can:
* Join us in person at Ka-Hoon Campground
* Stay a few hours, book a campsite, or even camp longer
* Or tune in online from home via our **Colquhoun Entertainment TikTok profile**
Come celebrate five years of adventure, music, and community with us!
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Ka-Hoon Campground Adventure: Live Music, Desert Fun & Off-Grid Living!
Discover Ka-Hoon Campground: Off-Grid Fun, Live Music & Desert Adventures
Experience the magic of Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center in the New Mexico desert! From off-grid living tips and homestead tours to live music with Advocatus Diaboli, bonfires, outdoor movies, and family-friendly adventures, thereâs something for everyone. Join us for live music every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, and special events throughout the year. Camp under the stars, enjoy handmade treasures in our general store, and experience desert life like never before! For more info, visit
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From Storage Unit Chaos to Desert Dreams â Downsizing for Our Move to New Mexico!
Downsizing for Our Big Move to New Mexico â A Look Back from the Vault
In todayâs *Video from the Vault*, weâre taking you back to the time we had to seriously downsize for our move to New Mexico. Preparing to leave Minnesota meant sorting through our storage unit and making some tough decisions.
We held a big yard sale to sell the things we werenât bringing along, and with the money raised, we bought new tires for our RV to make sure the trip was safe. Everything we decided to keep had to fit into one enclosed trailerâthat was a challenge all on its own!
Along the way, we also made time to visit family, camp locally, and let the kids (both furry and non-furry) enjoy some fun before the journey began.
October is a special month for usâit marks our anniversary of moving here. We spent our first night on the land on October 18th, 2020. To celebrate our 5th year here, weâre sharing videos throughout October from our journey and setup.
⨠**Special Event**: On Saturday, October 18th, join us for an *Open Mic Night* at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center! Come in person for a night of music, camping, and communityâor join us online through our Colquhoun Entertainment TikTok profile.
For more information about camping, events, and livestreams, visit our website:
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From Broken Trailer to Desert Dreams â The Wild Story Behind Our Move to New Mexico!
From Trailer Repairs to New Beginnings â Our Journey to Ka-Hoon Campground
October is a special month for usâit marks our anniversary of moving here to New Mexico. On **October 18th, 2020**, we spent our very first night on the land that is now **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center.**
In honor of this milestone, weâll be posting **videos from the vault** throughout October, sharing our journey from Minnesota to the desert and the work it took to set up our off-grid home.
Before moving here, we had to figure out how to haul all our belongings. The solution came in the form of an old enclosed trailer⌠that turned out to need a LOT more work than we expected. We ended up replacing floor supports, laying new flooring, fixing wheel wells, repairing the roof, rebuilding the side and back doors, installing new tires, replacing wheel bearings, and rewiring the lights. Along the way, we even lost the tip of a fingerâmaking this trailer a real blood, sweat, and tears project!
When the work was finally finished, the trailer was road-ready and became the backbone of our move, hauling everything we needed to start our new life in New Mexico.
Follow along this October as we share more from our vault of memoriesâbefore, during, and after the moveâto celebrate four years of living and building in the desert.
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Chaos in the Dusty Nail General Store! You Wonât Believe the Mess at Ka-Hoon Campground!
The Dusty Nail General Store â Tiny Souvenirs & Big Surprises at Ka-Hoon Campground
Yesterday when I went to clean up the store, I expected a bit of a messâbut I didnât realize how much until I opened the door. The plastic drawer that holds charms, rings, glow sticks, and stickers had tipped over, scattering everything across the floor.
The **Dusty Nail General Store** is our tiny little souvenir shop here at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center.** It runs on the honor pay system, allowing campers to browse and buy at their convenience.
Inside, youâll find a mix of fun and unique items: charms, glow sticks, t-shirts, art, crochet stuffies, handmade washcloths, and dish towels. What makes it special is that the store doesnât just feature items weâve createdâlocal makers from around the area also contribute their own handmade goods.
Whether youâre here for camping, events, or just passing through, the Dusty Nail General Store is a fun little stop to grab a memory of your time in the desert.
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Our Last Visit Before Moving Off-Grid | Starting Life on 5 Acres in New Mexico!
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 wasnât overâwe 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, itâs 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 areaâbut since then, weâve learned we were mistaken about which ones we were looking at. Itâs a reminder that this whole adventure has been a learning experience, step by step.
Throughout October, weâre sharing more of these âvaultâ videos, each one a snapshot of our journey. Some are from before we made the move, and some from after. Itâs our way of showing the progress, the challenges, and the growth that brought us to where we are today.
Whether youâve 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 youâd 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.
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From Trailer to Toilet: Our Desert Campground Build from the Video Vault!
From Vault to Desert: Our Compost Toilet Adventure at Ka-Hoon Campground
Out here at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center, every project has a storyâand some of those stories are hiding in our video vault! Throughout October, weâll be sharing older videos from our **Plateau Hame De Colquhoun YouTube channel** to give you a peek at our journey moving to New Mexico.
You may also remember our older channel name, *Art of Tiny Living*. While that chapter helped define our beginnings, weâve since grown into something biggerârooted in music, events, camping, and desert life.
This featured video shows us moving the hut (our compost toilet building) from the trailer it was attached to, into its new place where it would eventually serve as the **compost toilet** for campers, visitors, and event-goers. Itâs one of those âmake it workâ projects that shaped the campground as it is today.
If youâre curious about **off-grid living, unique camping experiences, or just want a to see some of our early projects**, youâll want to watch this one!
đ For more information about us, upcoming camping events, or our TikTok livestreams, make sure to visit our website:
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Desert Roads Flooded After Just a Few Drops of Rain! Free-Range Cattle Loving It đ§đ
Desert Rains Bring Surprising Floods Near Ka-Hoon Campground
Out here in the desert, it doesnât take much rain to change the landscape. Over the last couple of days, weâve had a little rain at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Centerâbut not much at all. Just a few miles north of us, though, the roads told a different story.
Check out the video to see a few flooded spots, including one where free-range cattle were happily wading through the water. Itâs amazing how such a small amount of rain can cause puddles, washouts, and mud across the mesa.
Thatâs desert lifeâone moment itâs dry and dusty, and the next, the roads are soaked. Even if we donât get much on our end, the surrounding areas can flood quickly, and it can take a few days before the roads fully dry out.
Living off-grid in the New Mexico desert means embracing these surprises. From music echoing at Ka-Hoon Campground to cattle enjoying rainwater pools, the mesa is always full of unexpected beauty.
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Living on an Island in the Sky đ The Stunning Edge of the Mesa Overlooking the Rio Grande Valley
**Life on Our Island in the Sky â The Mesa Overlooking the Rio Grande Valley**
If youâve followed our blog, watched our videos, or joined our livestreams, youâve likely heard us describe our home as an *âisland in the sky.â* What we mean by that is the mesa where we liveâan elevated desert landscape with sweeping views and a beauty all its own.
Over the past months, weâve taken you along the edge of this mesa during livestreams, and shared photos and clips that capture just a glimpse of the experience. But seeing it in person is something truly unforgettable. The edge drops off dramatically, opening to the breathtaking Rio Grande Valley below. Itâs a reminder of the raw, natural power of the desert and why we chose this lifestyle in the first place.
Living off-grid on a mesa comes with its challengesâwind, isolation, and rugged terrainâbut it also offers freedom, peace, and connection to nature that canât be matched. Every sunrise and sunset feels like a gift when it stretches across the valley floor, painting the sky in colors that pictures never fully capture.
For us, sharing this journey isnât just about showing the viewsâitâs about inviting you into the off-grid lifestyle, the lessons weâve learned, and the beauty that makes it worthwhile. Whether youâre interested in off-grid living yourself or simply curious about life on the mesa, we hope our stories inspire you.
Stay tuned for more videos, livestreams, and photos as we continue exploring and sharing our island in the sky.
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