05-06-2014, 04:25 AM
I plan to visit this winter for a month or so.
I am thinking that the Puna district is the only affordable way for me to own acreage in Hawaii, me being a blue collar working stiff and all. I have also looked real hard at Orchidland and Hawaiian Acres not sure how I would acclimate.
I was wondering how bad it really is in Fern Forest considering how much cheaper the lots are there.
I already live off the grid in the Ak, 5 miles down a tire killing gravel road, using a diesel generator, wood stove and propane for creature comforts. I would like to do something similar there without the need to fell, buck, split and load 4 cords of firewood a year. I am also familiar with the meth driven thieves here that will steal anything that isn't bolted down. Pot growers and antisocial types that shoot first and ask questions later.
I would like to try out solar but do not have a clue wether it is feasible in Fern Forest.
Any advice would be appreciated.