Finding an artesian well is a gold mine, at least out here in Arizona it would be. I love exploring on and around my property. I find so many cool artifacts from 100 years ago and beyond!
So you are keeping a daily journal of your Apocalyptic Homesteading ... Are you alone in your journey? What region/location are you in? Just curious because of all the trees.
Yup site 'archaeology' is fun. Especially if useful stuff gets found. Usually its just junk though!
Uh, as far as the questions go. I am never alone with four dogs and all my adventures have been in the southeast.
Cool! Does it snow there? I am in Southeast Arizona in the mountains. No snow, but mild winters and mild summers as well. Doesn't break past 90s.
I am close to Tombstone, and the old railroad heading there passes thru my backyard. I have found old homestead sites and camps along this railroad. It is so cool. I love square nails and purple glass. But yes, it's usually "junk" although to me, it is treasure.
Thankfully the winters here are very mild and I have yet to see snow here. Yeah, old maps come in handy for finding those abandoned homesteads.