About Cathy

My Life, My Rules, My Wilderness

From Togetherness to Solitude

Cathy Wilde-Johnson’s off-grid journey began as a shared dream with her husband in the mountains of Flagstaff, AZ. They built a self-sufficient cabin and learned to live sustainably, relying on nature and their resilience. After her husband's death, Cathy continued their shared dream, living in the wilderness with her dogs.

Sharing the Off-Grid Lifestyle

Cathy now shares her knowledge and experience with her 50,000+ followers on social media. Her social media, and email newsletter provide off-grid living tips, personal stories, and a glimpse into her life.

A Free Guide & Off-Grid Essentials

To help others embrace a more self-sufficient lifestyle, Cathy offers a free USDA Off-Grid Living Guide. This resource provides practical tips, inspiring stories, and essential insights for off-grid living. Additionally, Cathy's Off-Grid Essentials Merch Store includes tools she and her husband found indispensable during their off-grid journey.

In the Wilde: Off the Grid Dog Cookbook

Cathy’s new cookbook, In the Wilde: Off the Grid Dog Cookbook, features wholesome and natural dog food recipes inspired by her and her husband Lloyd's life in the wilderness. This cookbook is dedicated to Lloyd, her partner of 30 years who moved to the wilderness with her in 2015.

The recipes are simple, sustainable, and affordable, using natural ingredients to nourish dogs. In the Wilde: Off the Grid Dog Cookbook is filled with a variety of recipes, from daily meals to special treats.

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