Posted on 07/16/2010 11:33:58 AM PDT by Red in Blue PA
1. Following the wrong advice: Many new survivalist become fixated upon the advice given by others. They read the latest preparedness book or blog post and automatically assume the advice given is best them, without considering their individual needs, skill level or location. In order to be self-reliant you need to learn to think for yourself.
2. Not eating what they store: Many new survivalist fill their pantry with unfamiliar foods, thinking they will adapt their diet “when the time comes” this is nonsense. You need to learn how to prepare and use these foods now, so they become a familiar staple.
3. Relying only on their food storage: Many new survivalist think once they have their one year supply of survival foods, that’s the end. Don’t get me wrong, having a deep larder is important, just don’t overlook the possibility of needing to replenish your supplies, and obtaining the skills and resources needed to do that.
4. Not storing enough salt: Many new survivalist fail to store this staple in the quantities needed. Don’t discount the importance of salt. I suggest at least ten pounds of iodized salt per person as a minimum.
5. Building an arsenal: I see this all the time. Many new survivalist spend thousands on weapons and related gear, yet have only a two-week supply food and no water filter. This is stupid. I love guns and gear as much as the next person – but I know food and water are more important to my survival. Sure; we need weapons to protect what we’ve put away, just don’t neglect the other stuff.
6. Relying on bugging out: I’m not a fan of the “grab a bug out bag and head for the hills survival strategy”. In most cases you’re better off staying where you are. Having a bug out bag is a good idea, just don’t make bugging out your only plan or first priority.
7. To much stuff not enough skill: Many new survivalist believe they can be saved though buying. This fantasy has been promoted by self-serving survival gurus for years to fill their pockets with cash. Sure supplies are useful and some are needed – just don’t become dependent on stuff instead develop your skills.
8. Storing only one type of food: More than a few new survivalist have made this mistake. I can’t remember exactly where I read it, I think it was on another survival blog – but the author suggested his readers store hundreds of pounds of wheat and nothing else. While wheat is the backbone of my food storage, storing only one type of food, no matter how versatile is foolish.
9. Not taking care of pet needs: Many new survivalist fail to consider the needs of their pets. If you have pets you must plan for their needs by laying back the necessary supplies to keep them fed and healthy.
There are a bunch of good posts. I think I have read all the posts and don’t want to repeat one, but I don’t think this one has been up yet. When currency becomes toilet paper, then toilet paper becomes currency. I know if I can come up with a roll of real toilet paper, my lady will be real pleased, and that helps things go better right there.
Note to self.. write (sarcassam) after post for those who just don’t get it.
Note to self.. write (sarcassam) after post for those who just don’t get it.
Note to self.. write (sarcassam) after post for those who just don’t get it.
Note to self.. write (sarcassam) after post for those who just don’t get it.
Hmmmm, you didn’t mention sarcasm in this follow-up post you wrote. You are simply saying that now because you have been called out by so many, and rightfully so.
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The fact you take it so seriously is more disturbing...
but to continue the argument for fun, there’s tactics involved in every assault so the better man with the better tactics usually wins.
168 posted on Friday, July 16, 2010 6:06:45 PM by maddog55
List of things for barter as a new currency....feel free to add to it:
TP
Ammo
Salt
Honey
Jack Daniels
“....feel free to add to it: “
Coffee/tea
List of things for barter as a new currency....feel free to add to it:
TP
Ammo
Salt
Honey
Jack Daniels
Matches - Any kind, prefer strike anywhere
List of things for barter as a new currency....feel free to add to it:
TP
Ammo
Salt
Honey
Jack Daniels
Matches - Any kind, prefer strike anywhere
Soap
Bleach
Gold
Aspirin
Batteries
This shake light is the real deal, it will never fail you, and it doesn’t have a shelf life because there is no rechargeable battery in it to eventually die.
http://www.brightguy.com/products/NightStar_3_Renewable_Energy_Flashlight.php
I can turn on some of my LED flashlights today, leave them on and come back in two weeks to a still burning flashlight, even the little AAA key chain light at this site will give you 11 hours of a perfect (regulated) 10 lumens, and then 10 more hours of decreasing but usable light, all on a single AAA battery and on your key chain.
All of your dead batteries would supply my LED lights for a long time, I even have a box for dead batteries that I pull from the other things, to use in my flashlights.
Here is that link for the LED flashlights.
https://www.fenix-store.com/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=435
I can’t find isopropyl in glass containers. Plastic just doesn’t have the shelf life of glass. Also, if the poop is really hitting the fan, I want a martini in my hand- LOL!
I found page 10 quite informative - Gang members in the military stealing guns, ammo & materiel.
Bobby pins
safety pins
thread
seasonings
toothbrushes
hand operated can openers
ps, not my idea, I read it on an earlier thread.
Buy canning jars and repack it.
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