So you want to be a Solar Punk?!

Thant’s a good start. Maybe what drives you towards the solarpunk lifestyle is your love of nature, desire to preserve biodiversity or maybe you love the nature based eco-centric solarpunk aesthetics.

Whatever it is! you’ve chosen a noble path to take and what you need is to do now is truly ingrain yourself in the culture by engaging and organizing solar punk activities.

Community gardening: Solar punks can come together to create community gardens where they grow their own fruits and vegetables using sustainable practices.

You can organize local unused plot of land for community gardening or perhaps convert all the lawns in your neighborhood!

Solar-powered concerts: Solar punks can organize concerts that are powered entirely by renewable energy sources, such as solar panels, wind turbines, or hydroelectric power.

Local raves are a thing of the past ever since the sub-culture of raving was incorporated by commercial interests and transformed into a monstrous consumer culture. (ex: EDC)

Setting up something as unique festivals or concerts using renewable energy is a fun punk way of doing event

Beach cleanups: Solar punks can organize beach cleanups to collect trash and debris from beaches and waterways to protect marine life and promote sustainability.

A simple group activity that can be done by a solo runner or scaled up to include a large group of hundreds of punks is beach clean up and its an outstanding oceanside activity

Clothing swaps: Solar punks can organize clothing swaps where members of the community can exchange clothes instead of buying new ones, reducing waste and promoting sustainable fashion.

Fast fashion and conspicuous consumption is a huge ecological drain and supports wasteful and pretentious industries. Clothing swaps not only build a culture of sharing and resource conservatism but it also helps you build up a SolarPunk wardrobe and support eco-centric fashion.

Bike rides: Solar punks can organize bike rides or bike tours to promote eco-friendly transportation and community building.

it’s a healthy workout and a functional act of reducing your personal carbon footprint

Sustainable living fairs: Solar punks can organize sustainable living fairs where people can learn about eco-friendly products and practices that promote sustainability.

Bringing people together with local outdoors social activities is a step towards popularizing the solar punk lifestyle and is all begins at the individual level.

One amazing outdoor activity is guerilla gardening.

This involves planting and maintaining gardens in public spaces, without permission or formal authorization (PUNK) by planting in exceedingly restricted spaces and having your plants take to rooting.

here are some general guidelines to consider for this activity:

First, you’ll need to choose a location for your guerrilla garden. Look for spaces that are underutilized or neglected, such as abandoned lots, traffic medians, or neglected public spaces. Make sure to choose a location that gets enough sunlight and has access to water, otherwise, your plants won’t take despite your effort to plant them.

Research local laws and regulations related to gardening in public spaces. In some areas, it may be illegal to plant gardens without permission. In that case you would have to consider whether you’re willing to accept the consequences and the restriction level of where you’re planting.

Depending on the location, you may need to bring soil, compost, or other materials. Tools such as shovels, trowels, and gloves will also come in handy, so you always have to make sure to clear your SolarPunk checklist before leaving home.

Plan out the layout and design of your plan of attack and of the garden you’re trying to create. Consider the types of plants that will thrive in the location and the aesthetic you want to achieve and always keep an eye out for environmental hazard (Don’t go into a bear’s cave or plant leafy greens in the darkness).

Also, never forget your soil health. If the soil in the location is poor, you may need to amend it with compost or other organic matter. Make sure to loosen the soil and remove any debris before planting too. Make sure to space out your plants properly and give them enough room to grow and water your plants regularly, especially in the early stages of growth.

It’s not enough to plant the garden once, you may need to circle back for maintenance once in a while. This may include weeding, pruning, and watering as needed. Make sure to monitor your garden and address any issues promptly.

In terms of structuring your day for guerrilla gardening, it’s best to plan ahead and set aside enough time to complete your project. Consider the time of day when you’ll be least likely to be noticed, such as early morning or late at night. Make sure to dress appropriately, wear sturdy shoes, and bring plenty of water and snacks. Be prepared to work quickly and efficiently to minimize the chances of getting caught and if possible try to keep a lookout.