Hey there, I’m Omar, the heart and soul behind OffGridEscape! I’ve been living off-grid since 2016, when I left the hustle of city life for the serene beauty of the Pacific Northwest. What began as a dream to disconnect and live sustainably turned into a full-blown lifestyle in a cozy tiny cabin I built with my own hands. Over the past nine years, I’ve mastered the art of off-grid living, relying on solar generators, camping gear, and water purifiers to keep my homestead running smoothly.

I’ve powered my cabin through harsh winters with the Jackery 1000 v2, keeping my lights on and my devices charged during week-long blackouts. I’ve cooked countless meals on the BioLite CampStove 2+—from hearty stews to morning coffee—using nothing but twigs I gathered from the forest. I’ve even purified gallons of stream water with the LifeStraw Mission for my family’s RV camping trips in remote locations. Every product I review on this blog has been tested in real off-grid scenarios, whether I’m comparing the Jackery vs. Bluetti vs. Ecoflow for emergency power or sharing solar panel maintenance tips to help you get the most out of your setup.

At OffGridEscape, my mission is to share the knowledge I’ve gained through years of trial and error, so you can confidently embrace off-grid living too. I’ve learned what works (and what doesn’t) the hard way—like the time my first solar setup failed during a storm, leaving me to improvise with a backup generator! From sustainable cooking with the BioLite to powering tiny homes with solar energy, I’m here to provide practical, honest advice to help you escape the grid and live on your terms.

When I’m not tinkering with gear or writing for the blog, you’ll find me hiking the trails with my loyal dog, Scout, foraging for wild berries, or tending to my off-grid veggie garden—where I grow everything from tomatoes to kale using compost I make myself. I’m passionate about living lightly on the earth, and I’d love for you to join me on this journey. Let’s make off-grid living simple, sustainable, and exciting—together!