Our mission is to popularize self-sufficient and healthy lifestyles for the raising of Generation Next. Our core participants are experienced Liberty Community Voluntaryist activists experienced in the power of cooperative individualism and spontaneous order in the pursuit fo the decentralization of power down to the community, family, and ultimately the individual.

Visit our webpage at OccupyTheLand.org

This list is a compilation of the work Ernest and Donna Hancock have done and are currently doing on their land in the Sonoran Desert west of Phoenix

New video added every Friday - the latest one is listed at the top...

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Desert Neighbors & DIY: Backhoe Work & Laundry Soap!

In this episode of Occupy the Land, we dive into a busy day on our Arizona desert homestead! With the tractor back from maintenance, we attach the backhoe to help a neighbor dig a septic tank, reinforcing community ties with a promise of mutual aid. We trade our broken Ram 1500 for an F-150 and plan for a three-quarter-ton truck upgrade. Donna trims creosote for compost, using bunny manure from a neighbor to enrich garden beds, while experimenting with hedge-like growth. Meanwhile, we craft homemade laundry soap with borax, washing soda, and Castile soap to save costs, showcasing our off-grid ingenuity and sustainable desert living!

Cooler Days, New Projects: Generator & Garden Plans!

In this episode of Occupy the Land, we tackle end-of-summer maintenance on our Arizona desert homestead! With cooler 63°F mornings, we set up a new flex-fuel generator (propane and gasoline) as a backup to our trusty diesel generator, ensuring uninterrupted power while we repair our solar system's charge controller. We haul four food-grade IBC totes to store 3,000 gallons of pool water for gardening and construction, and Donna assembles a chicken coop to protect future garden beds. Amidst impending monsoon rains, we prep for a side-by-side vehicle purchase and share the greening desert landscape, showcasing our off-grid resilience and progress!

Cooler Days Ahead: Supplies & Green Desert Progress!

In this episode of Occupy the Land, Donna and Ernie embark on a supply run to bolster their Arizona desert homestead! They snag a discounted flex-fuel generator from Harbor Freight for reliable backup power and secure four food-grade IBC totes to store nearly 3,000 gallons of pool water for gardening, chickens, and construction. Battling a chilly 63°F morning, they also address a leaky tire on their dump trailer and plan to enhance their workshop setup. With recent rains turning the desert green, they share their excitement for upcoming tree planting and composting efforts, showcasing the vibrant progress of their off-grid oasis!

Desert Water Wins: Stucco Check Dams & Dome Prep!

In this episode of Occupy the Land, we tackle monsoon water retention by stuccoing a check dam with a mix of Portland cement, fine sand, and chopped basalt and fiberglass mesh, testing its durability for future dome applications. After recent rains confirmed our drainage strategy, we strengthen the dam to saturate six acres of soil, creating a sponge-like effect with augured holes. We also prep for the next layer of hyper Adobe earthbags, organizing wiring and supplies for the dome build. Despite Arizona's 110°F heat challenging our cameras, we share our progress and plans for a greener desert homestead!

Sustainable Desert Living: Workshop Setup & Water Filters!

Desert Dome Build: Wiring, Drains, & Monsoon Challenges!

 Desert Homestead: Electrical Prep & Freedom Philosophy! - Sept 13, 2025:

Storm's Coming: Earthbag Dome Progress & Drainage Checks! - Sept 5, 2025:

From Earthbags to Clay Pots: Desert Construction Insights! - Aug 29, 2025:

Building in the Heat: Earthbags & Desert Laundry Hacks! - Aug 22, 2025:

Off-Grid Essentials: Tractor Gear for Dome Construction! - Aug 15, 2025:

Off-Grid Comfort: Cooling the Bus & Building the Dome! - Aug 8, 2025:

Essential Tools and Equipment - Aug 6, 2025:

Project Occy - Aug 6, 2025:

Tractor & Trailer: Building Our Desert Dome Foundation! - Aug 2, 2025:

Desert Living: Water Tanks, Solar Racks, and Earthbags! - July 25, 2025:

Storm Surge: Channeling Water for Off-Grid Living! - July 18, 2025:

Dome Floor Prep & Desert Commute: Occupy the Land! - July 11, 2025:

Pouring the Dome Floor: Earthbags & PVC Prep in the Desert! - July 4, 2025:

Earthbag Dome Dreams: PVC Baseboards & Desert Experiments! - June 28, 2025:

Desert Days: Earthbagging and Monsoon Planning! - June 20, 2025:

3D Printing a House? Earthbag Walls Rise in the Desert! - June 16, 2025:

NonConformist Series: Occupy the Land Presentation - June 2, 2025:

WHY Occupy The Land? - May 4, 2025:

Future-Proofing The Dome Foundation - April 28, 2025:

Assembled Frame: Home Dome - April 19, 2025:

Home Dome Prep - April 4, 2025:

Planning a Dome With Modern Comforts - March 22, 2025:

Local MESH network; Occupy Communications - March 8, 2025:

The Dome Workshop - March 1, 2025:

Making Ready the First Dome - Feb 22, 2025:

Wrestling the Dome - Feb 14, 2025:

Putting it All Together; Finished Workshop Floor - Feb 8, 2025:

Status Update - Feb 1, 2025:

Prototype Projects - Jan 31, 2025:

Slice by Slice - Jan 19, 2025:

Pouring the First Round of Concrete - Jan 12, 2025:

Building the Check Dam - Jan 4, 2025:

America Takes A Break - Dec 29, 2024:

Foundations - The First Dome - Dec 22, 2024:

Occupy The Land Goes Live - Dec 22, 2024:

Anarchapulco_OccupyTheLand - Sept 11, 2024: