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Adaptable Man of Weeds and Water Lives Off Grid in Ohio
John LaSala, a sculptor, blacksmith and ironworker, rents a weed-choked, plumbing-less workshop along U.S. 36 outside Newcomerstown. He supports himself by shoeing horses, repairing tools, and selling sculptures, living hand to mouth with animals, a pond, and a government grant offer he refuses. He creates large locomotives for Salt Fork State Park and questions if future generations will imitate his chosen life.
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Walden Pond
John LaSala
LaSala
U.S. 36
Newcomerstown
Cleveland Builders & Supply
Connecticut