BaseCamp WNC

Welcome to Basecamp Western North Carolina , where sustainable homesteading meets smart water management. In this video, we walk you through an efficient rainwater catchment system we installed on a custom-built goat barn —a practical and eco-friendly way to supply fresh water to livestock using nothing but rainfall and gravity . 🐐 Overview of the Custom Goat Barn This multi-functional livestock barn was designed for a client and includes: Five goat kidding stalls at the front, A hay storage stall and general supply area in the rear, A horse stall and loafing area below. More construction photos and design plans are available on our website. 🌧️ Rainwater Catchment System: How It Works The highlight of this project is the rainwater harvesting system designed to eliminate mud issues and provide a consistent water supply for animals. A seamless gutter runs the full length of the 6-foot-wide barn roof. Rainwater is funneled through PVC piping, collecting runoff ...

Welcome back to Base Camp WNC ! In this video, we're diving into something incredibly useful for anyone managing a rainwater harvesting system , spring-fed water system , or off-grid water storage setup — a wireless long-range water tank level indicator . If you've ever wondered how much water you have in your storage tank without climbing up or opening the lid, this solution is for you. 📡 Wireless Water Level Monitoring System Setup This remote water level sensor setup allows you to monitor your tank’s water level from inside your home or cabin , using a long-range wireless transceiver. Here’s a breakdown of the components and how we installed it: The transmitting sensor unit is powered by four AA batteries (included) and is mounted at the top of the tank. A durable PVC pipe with a weighted concrete base keeps the sensor stable, even when high volumes of water are pumped in — such as when filling with a 4,500-gallon water truck . The sensor works by measuring...

Welcome back to Base Camp WNC , where today we’re exploring a rare and clever off-grid water setup deep in the North Carolina mountains. This mountain property features a dual water system —one drawing from a natural spring water source , and the other from two drilled wells , all integrated into a backup-ready flow system. Let’s take a closer look at how this works and what lessons you can take if you're setting up or buying rural property with alternative water sources . 🌿 Spring Water Source with Gravity-Fed System This property is connected to a gravity-fed spring water system sourced from a neighbor’s land through a spring box and a 1,000-gallon underground concrete reservoir tank. The overflow from the spring flows downhill and is collected into a secondary 1,500-gallon storage tank, protected within a large retaining wall made of railroad ties. The overflow from the spring measures approximately 2.34 gallons per minute , enough to supply daily needs. The tan...