5 Years Off-Grid: Solar Troubles, Triumphs & Celebration at Ka-Hoon Campground 🌞🎤
Today marks **five incredible years** of living off-grid on our land — October 18th, 2020! To celebrate, we’re hosting a special **Open Mic Night** at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**, livestreamed at **6 PM MDT** on our **Colquhoun Entertainment TikTok profile**.
In honor of our anniversary, we’re opening the **vault** once again with **Part 2 of our 8k solar build** — a real story of challenges, lessons, and victory.
During the build, we ran into major issues when **two solar controllers stopped working**. At first, we thought we’d done something wrong, but after bringing in a **certified solar technician**, we discovered that **everything was wired correctly**.
The real culprit? The **manufacturer had wired the combiner box backwards**, which caused it to **feed back into the controllers**, burning them out! Thankfully, **Shop Solar Kits** stood behind their products, sending us a **new combiner box and controller** and even covering the **technician’s cost**.
Once everything was replaced, the system ran perfectly — finally bringing power to our **Greenroom and Music Studio**, and temporarily powering our **RV** until the 5k solar setup is complete.
This project is a reminder that **living off-grid isn’t always easy**, but every challenge makes the reward that much brighter. Come celebrate our 5-year milestone — **music, laughter, and community under the desert sky.**
🎤 **Open Mic Night – October 18th, 6 PM MDT**
📍 **Ka-Hoon Campground & Event Center**
📺 **Livestream: Colquhoun Entertainment on TikTok**
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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⚡ From Solar Build to 5 Years Off-Grid! Celebrate Our Desert Anniversary with Music 🌵🎤
From Solar Dreams to 5 Years Off-Grid: Celebrating Our Desert Anniversary 🌵🎶
In honor of our **5-year anniversary on the land** — October 18th, 2020 — we’re opening the **vault** to share a special look back at one of our biggest milestones: **building our 8k solar system**.
This system currently powers our **Greenroom and Music Studio**, and for now, it’s even keeping our **RV running** until the new **5k solar system** is complete. Every panel, wire, and connection represents a step toward complete self-sufficiency and freedom in the New Mexico desert.
We’ve come a long way since our first day out here, learning to adapt, grow, and create in the off-grid life. To celebrate these five incredible years, we’re hosting an **Open Mic & Karaoke Night** at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center**!
🎤 **Join us Saturday, October 18th** — either **in person** under the stars or **livestreamed** on our **Colquhoun Entertainment TikTok profile**.
Come celebrate with us — five years of building, music, and off-grid living in the desert we call home. 🌙
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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🎤 5 Years in the Desert! Join Our Open Mic & Karaoke Celebration at Ka-Hoon Campground 🌵
Celebrating 5 Years in the Desert! Open Mic & Karaoke Night at Ka-Hoon Campground 🎤🌵
We’re celebrating **five amazing years of off-grid living** here in the **New Mexico desert**, and you’re invited to join the fun!
Come out to **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center** on **Saturday, October 18th** for an unforgettable **Open Mic and Karaoke Night** under the stars. Whether you want to sing your heart out, share your talent, or just kick back and enjoy the show, everyone’s welcome!
🎤 **Event Details:**
* **Date:** Saturday, October 18th
* **Where:** Ka-Hoon Campground & Event Center
* **Cost:** Free to attend
* **Camping:** Available — book your site at https://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
* **Livestream:** Watch live on our **Colquhoun Entertainment TikTok profile**
This night is more than just music—it’s a celebration of **five years of desert living, community, creativity, and connection**. Whether you join us in person or online, you’ll be part of the Ka-Hoon spirit that keeps the desert alive with sound and laughter.
Come celebrate the journey, the music, and the magic of living free beneath the New Mexico sky! 🌙
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Desert Wind DESTROYS Our Shower & Kitchen — You Won’t Believe What Survived!
Desert Winds Take Out Our New Shower and Kitchen — But We Refuse to Quit!
Life off-grid isn’t always sunshine and stars — sometimes it’s high desert winds trying to blow everything down! In this vault video, the wind took out both our newly built shower and kitchen setup. Luckily, we managed to patch them up and keep things running a bit longer!
Every project teaches us something new about resilience, adaptability, and perseverance. Living off-grid at **Plateau Hame de Colquhoun (Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center)** means embracing the elements and learning to rebuild stronger each time.
Join us as we celebrate **five years off-grid**! In honor of our 5th anniversary on **Saturday, October 18th**, we’re hosting an **Open Mic Night** — come out in person, camp a night (or more), or join live from home on our **Colquhoun Entertainment TikTok** profile.
Whether it’s music, laughter, or rebuilding after the wind, we keep moving forward — desert strong!
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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Lost in the Desert? GPS Roads That Don’t Exist | Our Off-Grid Journey 🚧🌵
When GPS Roads Don’t Exist: Finding Our Way Off-Grid in New Mexico
Here’s another **video from the vault**! When we first started our off-grid journey, one of the biggest challenges wasn’t just the desert heat or the wind—it was simply finding our way home.
GPS showed us roads that no longer existed, leading us into dead ends, private property, and long detours. Over time, we rebuilt part of the road ourselves, carving out a path that made it easier to access our land.
It’s just one more reminder that off-grid living isn’t always simple—it’s a constant journey of adapting and creating solutions.
📅 **In honor of our 5th anniversary** on **Saturday, October 18th**, we’ll be hosting an **Open Mic Night** at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center! You can:
* Attend in person
* Stay a few hours
* Book a campsite for the night (or longer)
* Or join us live on TikTok at **Colquhoun Entertainment**
Follow along as we look back at how far we’ve come!
👉 Learn more at:
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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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 🌵
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 days—when 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, it’s a place for **campers, musicians, and event-goers** to gather under the desert sky.
✨ **Mark Your Calendars** ✨
In honor of our **5th anniversary of moving to New Mexico on October 18th**, we’ll 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!
🔗 Learn more about our campground, events, and livestreams at: http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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#OffGridLife #HomesteadJourney #KaHoonCampground #DesertLiving #OpenMicNight
Off-Grid Open Mic Under the Stars | Music, Community, and Memorial Day Reflections in the Desert
Finding Connection Off the Grid – A Memorial Day Reflection
As we pause this Memorial Day to honor those who gave their lives in service to our country, we also want to take a moment to express heartfelt gratitude to our growing off-grid community. From our remote corner of the New Mexico desert, we send you all peace, love, and strength.
Last night’s **Open Microphone Night** was one for the books. Under the stars and surrounded by the raw beauty of the land, we gathered—singers, storytellers, musicians, and listeners alike—to share not just talent, but pieces of our hearts. We laughed, we sang, we reflected, and most importantly, we connected.
One of the most powerful parts of living off-grid isn’t just the freedom—it’s the **community**. It’s in the late-night conversations around the fire, the shared meals, and the support from others walking the same path. Whether you’re homesteading, boondocking, or just finding your own rhythm outside the noise of the mainstream, you are part of something real.
We know this lifestyle isn’t always easy. But moments like last night remind us why we do it: for **authenticity**, for **connection**, for **freedom**.
So from our camp to yours—**Happy Memorial Day**. May we honor those who came before us by living with purpose, courage, and heart.
🌄 **Stay wild. Stay grounded. Stay you.**
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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From Stroke to Stage: Advocatus Diaboli Returns for Open Mic Night in the Desert!
Back at It: Open Mic Night with Advocatus Diaboli – May 25th at Ka-Hoon Campground
It’s been a challenging journey, but Brent—also known as **Advocatus Diaboli**—is on the road to recovery. Following his stroke, each day brings a little more strength, a bit more movement, and renewed energy. While he’s still healing and tires easily, he’s determined to reconnect with the music and community that bring him to life.
In celebration of his progress and the desire to get back to doing what we love, **we’re hosting an Open Mic Night on Sunday, May 25th** at **Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center** in the New Mexico desert.
This event is **free to attend**, with **camping available at just \$12 per night** (up to 5 people per site). Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just want to relax under the desert stars and listen, all are welcome.
**Can’t make it in person?** No problem! We’ll be livestreaming the event on our **TikTok channel (@ColquhounEntertainment)** so you can watch, support, or even join in remotely.
This is more than just an open mic—it’s a moment to reconnect, celebrate resilience, and support local artists. Brent may not be 100%, but his passion for music and community is stronger than ever.
**Join us May 25th for music, connection, and healing—live from the heart of the desert.**
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**Follow us on TikTok:**
* @colquhounentertainment
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
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Join Us for a Unique Off-Grid Open Mic Night & Summer Hootenanny at Ka-Hoon Campground!
Kicking Off the Season at Ka-Hoon Campground: Open Mic Night & Upcoming Summer Hootenanny!**
Spring is slowly settling in here at Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center, and we’re gearing up for our **first small event of the season on April 19th**! This year, we’re trying something new with a **hybrid Open Mic Night** — both **in-person** and **online**. Can’t make it out to the desert? No problem! Join us on TikTok (details coming soon) and be a part of the fun from wherever you are.
We’ll likely start earlier for our in-person performers, then move online after dark. TikTok has a few limitations on songs, so we’re planning around that — stay tuned for finalized times and links!
Even though we haven’t made much progress on projects around the campground (thanks to the wind and a steady flow of campers), it’s been busy in all the best ways. Brent’s still struggling with his arm, but he’s seeing an orthopedic specialist this week — fingers crossed for good news and a simple fix. He’s ready to get back to using his hand and helping out more again.
**Looking ahead to July**, we’re excited to announce our **Halloween in the Summer Hootenanny** — an epic weekend of camping, music, and spooky fun under the desert stars. Decorate your campsite, join the campsite trick-or-treating, show off your costume, and even vend your handmade or unique goods if you’d like.
**Event Highlights:**
– **Live performance by Advocatus Diaboli and the Grim Leafer Band**
– **Campsite-to-campsite trick-or-treating**
– **Costume contest**
– **Free entry for attendees**
– **Free vending for campers**
– **$12 for non-camping vendors (covers the whole weekend)**
– **$12 per campsite/night (up to 5 people per site)**
Got a bigger group? Reach out — we’re happy to work with you.
**Ready to experience off-grid fun, good vibes, and a safe space to be yourself?** Come join us in the beautiful New Mexico desert. Visit our website for details, directions, and more:
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
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Join Us for Open Mic Night! Live Music, Karaoke & More – April 19 at Ka-Hoon Campground & on Clapper!
**Open Mic Night at Ka-Hoon Campground – Join Us In-Person or Live on Clapper!**
Things have been busy around here with **campers, members, the band, and upcoming events**, but we’re excited to kick off this year’s **first Open Mic Night** on **Saturday, April 19th**!
**Can’t Make It in Person? Join Us Live on Clapper!**
If you can’t be here at **Ka-Hoon Campground** in person, no worries! You can still **perform or watch live** on the **Clapper platform**. This means:
✅ You can **watch performers here at the campground** from anywhere.
✅ You can **perform live from home**, and the audience at Ka-Hoon can watch you too!
**Live Music & Karaoke**
The night will feature live performances from **Advocatus Diaboli and Shamshini of the Grim Leafer Band**, plus **karaoke** for anyone who wants to join in the fun.
Whether you’re attending in person or tuning in live, this is a great opportunity to **share your talent, connect with fellow music lovers, and enjoy a night of entertainment!**
Mark your calendar and get ready to **sing, perform, or just sit back and enjoy the show!**
http://www.plateauhamedecolquhoun.com
http://www.advocatusdiaboliandthegrimleaferband.com
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Ka-Hoon Campground and Event Center 