Comments for Urban Survivalist Blog http://urbansurvivalistblog.com Be Prepared Fri, 18 May 2012 14:16:27 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 47.67903-122.193409Comment on Short-Term Disaster Preparation, Part 2: Staying alert by Bug-In or Bug-Out? | Urban Survivalist Bloghttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/tt6Sa-mlk3g/ Bug-In or Bug-Out? | Urban Survivalist Blog Fri, 18 May 2012 14:16:27 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/?p=24#comment-5388 [...] so you remember to grab them if you’re bugging-out.How to Bug-InFirst of all, you should come up with a plan.  What will you do when an emergency is imminent or has already struck?If you’ve made the [...] [...] so you remember to grab them if you’re bugging-out.How to Bug-InFirst of all, you should come up with a plan.  What will you do when an emergency is imminent or has already struck?If you’ve made the [...]

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2009/04/12/short-term-disaster-preparation-part-2-staying-alert/comment-page-1/#comment-5388 Comment on Short-Term Disaster Preparation by Bug-In or Bug-Out? | Urban Survivalist Bloghttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/-rctotEMyYw/ Bug-In or Bug-Out? | Urban Survivalist Blog Fri, 18 May 2012 14:15:45 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/?p=4#comment-5387 [...] friend’s house (bug-out).Bugging-in keeps you near several important resources: your house, emergency supplies, friends and family.  However, many emergencies can cause your area to become either [...] [...] friend’s house (bug-out).Bugging-in keeps you near several important resources: your house, emergency supplies, friends and family.  However, many emergencies can cause your area to become either [...]

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2009/03/30/short-term-disaster-preparation/comment-page-1/#comment-5387 Comment on Short-Term Disaster Preparation, Part 2: Staying alert by Thomas Woodshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/3fnd5fHtFl8/ Thomas Woods Fri, 18 Feb 2011 21:08:21 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/?p=24#comment-4834 I am the webmaster for EMPact America, a non-profit that has a lot in common with your readers as well as James Wesley Rawles' readers. One of our outreach projects is "EMPact Radio" online at www.empactradio.com.You could help our outreach efforts by posting on your blog that we're having him on our radio program this Wednesday at Noon, and listeners will have the opportunity to call in and ask Rawles questions. Would you do that for us?If you have any questions or suggestions, please let me know. I am the webmaster for EMPact America, a non-profit that has a lot in common with your readers as well as James Wesley Rawles’ readers. One of our outreach projects is “EMPact Radio” online at http://www.empactradio.com.

You could help our outreach efforts by posting on your blog that we’re having him on our radio program this Wednesday at Noon, and listeners will have the opportunity to call in and ask Rawles questions. Would you do that for us?

If you have any questions or suggestions, please let me know.

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2009/04/12/short-term-disaster-preparation-part-2-staying-alert/comment-page-1/#comment-4834 Comment on Short-Term Disaster Preparation, Part 2: Staying alert by Bill W.http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/ZQX75iN-T7A/ Bill W. Fri, 07 May 2010 01:32:13 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/?p=24#comment-3949 It's better to have a basic plan in place that you can add to as needed, then to have nothing at all.Bill W. <a href="http://www.bestmilitarysurplus.com" rel="nofollow">military surplus</a> It’s better to have a basic plan in place that you can add to as needed, then to have nothing at all.

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]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2009/04/12/short-term-disaster-preparation-part-2-staying-alert/comment-page-1/#comment-3949 Comment on Introduction by emergency ration packshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/mOV4x_TI9KQ/ emergency ration packs Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:18:51 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/01/16/introduction/#comment-3054 An MRE is not dehydrated so does not require water or boiling water to prepare and provide 1200 to 1400 calories per meal. These are a fantastic choice for your preparedness of family outings and all your emergency packs. An MRE is not dehydrated so does not require water or boiling water to prepare and provide 1200 to 1400 calories per meal. These are a fantastic choice for your preparedness of family outings and all your emergency packs.

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/04/01/introduction/comment-page-1/#comment-3054 Comment on Introduction by Troy Billingtonhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/J6JEe3KpIiw/ Troy Billington Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:24:44 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/01/16/introduction/#comment-2710 I was BORN a survivalist (now before you roll your eyes) it's because the fight was to survive what I was affected with even before birth and given best prognosis of 3 months. Now, 40 years later, yeah I'd say I'm a survivalist!Now onto more meaningful qualifications, I lived in Miami, FL for most my life I went through hurricanes (Andrew and Francis my worst) and due to expecting and preparing for the worst, it was pretty much easy goin (aside from mosquitos & the heat).Now that we're all pretty much wondering 'what' is going to happen, when and how bad, I found myself preparing for a much longer term of 'survival' mode. As I've always been one to seek and share knowledge. I've built a website to be a single point of information on surviving most natural disasters, terror attacks, Civil disorder and things that go along with it.I'm highly resourceful especially in times of disaster/panic where average people would freak out, shut down and ultimately FAIL. I guess it's all due to how I came into this world...already in PANIC mode! I was BORN a survivalist (now before you roll your eyes) it’s because the fight was to survive what I was affected with even before birth and given best prognosis of 3 months. Now, 40 years later, yeah I’d say I’m a survivalist!

Now onto more meaningful qualifications, I lived in Miami, FL for most my life I went through hurricanes (Andrew and Francis my worst) and due to expecting and preparing for the worst, it was pretty much easy goin (aside from mosquitos & the heat).

Now that we’re all pretty much wondering ‘what’ is going to happen, when and how bad, I found myself preparing for a much longer term of ‘survival’ mode. As I’ve always been one to seek and share knowledge. I’ve built a website to be a single point of information on surviving most natural disasters, terror attacks, Civil disorder and things that go along with it.

I’m highly resourceful especially in times of disaster/panic where average people would freak out, shut down and ultimately FAIL. I guess it’s all due to how I came into this world…already in PANIC mode!

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/04/01/introduction/comment-page-1/#comment-2710 Comment on Introduction by Edhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/-BUfz7e4LaA/ Ed Wed, 15 Jul 2009 02:01:21 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/01/16/introduction/#comment-1897 DC, I can't agree more-and rotation of supplies was covered to include water filters, as illustrated by the Katadyn Pocket filter above. And also, having a plan-totally agree and that was also mentioned earlier.Survival in a field situation is going to be very difficult. You find out how difficult it is 24 hours into the exercise after one week of training-I've done it. Survival without a plan is doomed to fail. If you are talking water, you should have primary, secondary and tertiary water sites planned out on a map. I absolutely agree on a high quality water filter-however, even the Katadyn Pocket can only filter out bacteria and protozoa- you have to purify one more step with tablets to destroy viruses. If you care to read previous comments, you will find that we are aware of rotation, expiration dates, and types of rations to be used on the march such as Mainstay rations. If at all possible, share with us your expertise with the group rather than tearing us down. DC, I can’t agree more-and rotation of supplies was covered to include water filters, as illustrated by the Katadyn Pocket filter above.
And also, having a plan-totally agree and that was also mentioned earlier.

Survival in a field situation is going to be very difficult. You find out how difficult it is 24 hours into the exercise after one week of training-I’ve done it.
Survival without a plan is doomed to fail. If you are talking water, you should have primary, secondary and tertiary water sites planned out on a map. I absolutely agree on a high quality water filter-however, even the Katadyn Pocket can only filter out bacteria and protozoa- you have to purify one more step with tablets to destroy viruses.
If you care to read previous comments, you will find that we are aware of rotation, expiration dates, and types of rations to be used on the march such as Mainstay rations. If at all possible, share with us your expertise with the group rather than tearing us down.

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/04/01/introduction/comment-page-1/#comment-1897 Comment on Introduction by DChttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/K_DzwgsNxiE/ DC Thu, 09 Jul 2009 18:46:17 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/01/16/introduction/#comment-1751 Nic and Ed,At home I emphasize implementation of what we have learned. Storing food for years without using it under emergency/field conditions is pointless. Having a plan without testing it, useless. Please emphasize to your readers to drill regularly, modify what doesn't work so well, only then are you truely prepared. Rotate your supplies as you use them and do use them. Please talk about water filters more, especially DIY filtration systems. Nic and Ed,

At home I emphasize implementation of what we have learned. Storing food for years without using it under emergency/field conditions is pointless. Having a plan without testing it, useless. Please emphasize to your readers to drill regularly, modify what doesn’t work so well, only then are you truely prepared. Rotate your supplies as you use them and do use them. Please talk about water filters more, especially DIY filtration systems.

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/04/01/introduction/comment-page-1/#comment-1751 Comment on Introduction by Ed Ponisthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/t7mnGGXuQgc/ Ed Ponist Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:53:15 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/01/16/introduction/#comment-1296 Going back to water-bad water can make you so sick so fast. Plus, the secondary complication, dehydration thru fluid loss can precipitate a life threatening situation.You may go rigid at the cost, but ask yourself one thing: is your life worth it?An excellent product is the Katadyn Endurance Series, Katadyn Pocket, $289.95. Its filter life capacity 13,000 gallons; output: 1 quart per minute.Replacement ceramic filter $179.95.For a filter which can easily fit in a backpack, the Katadyn Pocket meets water filtration requirements. I would still purify the filtered water one more step with a chemical to ensure virus destruction. Viruses are probably the most dangerous microorganism around. Going back to water-bad water can make you so sick so fast. Plus, the secondary complication, dehydration thru fluid loss can precipitate a life threatening situation.

You may go rigid at the cost, but ask yourself one thing: is your life worth it?

An excellent product is the Katadyn Endurance Series, Katadyn Pocket, $289.95. Its filter life capacity 13,000 gallons; output: 1 quart per minute.

Replacement ceramic filter $179.95.

For a filter which can easily fit in a backpack, the Katadyn Pocket meets water filtration requirements. I would still purify the filtered water one more step with a chemical to ensure virus destruction. Viruses are probably the most dangerous microorganism around.

]]> http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/04/01/introduction/comment-page-1/#comment-1296 Comment on Introduction by Ed Ponisthttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/UrbanSurvivalistBlogComments/~3/DY5oTXKhnyI/ Ed Ponist Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:20:09 +0000 http://urbansurvivalistblog.com/2008/01/16/introduction/#comment-1217 Nic, long storage of dry goods is very important because very small bugs will eventually invade any open stock. I trust Rubber Maid but make sure you clean even a new container before storing any rice or beans. Any rice should be kept sealed in its original bag. Double sealing in Rubber Maid containers ensures protection. Anything boxed like powdered mashed potatoes must be removed from the box and sealed in big Mason jars. I would throw a teaspoon of rice at the bottom to capture any stray moisture. Of course canned goods are great but do expire. On the wine example, boxed wine also has an expiration date; sealed, corked wine can last a very long time. I also have collected, and still collecting seeds from Heirloom Seeds. I think, besides food stockpiles one should have a large collection of seeds, corn, beans, etc., Seeds are going to be a premium treasure if things wipe out and should be one of the things taken if you have to make a move. I would consider seeds more valuable than gold in a long term survival situation. Start your collection as soon as you can, and get lots of them. I have not touched on the medical issues but what impressed me in One Second After is the rapid deterioration of the medical infrastructure and rapid medication shortage. I have looked into herbal tinctures and even looked outside the box such as amazon-botanicals.com; there are powerful herbal tinctures which can treat serious medical conditions. As an RN, that aspect interests me very much. If you think about it, most of our medications came, once, from plants. Besides food and water, I would look into a broad spectrum of herbal tinctures for long term storage. I really believe that medical knowledge besides basic field survival knowledge will be extremely important. For example did you know that if you strip the red bark off Red Willow, scrape the green underneath to the wood, let it dry (it will turn red) it can be used as a powerful pain killer-I had a killer headache once and placed some under my tongue; within seconds the headache was gone. Herbal knowledge will be very important. Nic, long storage of dry goods is very important because very small bugs will eventually invade any open stock. I trust Rubber Maid but make sure you clean even a new container before storing any rice or beans. Any rice should be kept sealed in its original bag. Double sealing in Rubber Maid containers ensures protection.
Anything boxed like powdered mashed potatoes must be removed from the box and sealed in big Mason jars. I would throw a teaspoon of rice at the bottom to capture any stray moisture.
Of course canned goods are great but do expire. On the wine example, boxed wine also has an expiration date; sealed, corked wine can last a very long time.
I also have collected, and still collecting seeds from Heirloom Seeds. I think, besides food stockpiles one should have a large collection of seeds, corn, beans, etc., Seeds are going to be a premium treasure if things wipe out and should be one of the things taken if you have to make a move. I would consider seeds more valuable than gold in a long term survival situation. Start your collection as soon as you can, and get lots of them.
I have not touched on the medical issues but what impressed me in One Second After is the rapid deterioration of the medical infrastructure and rapid medication shortage.
I have looked into herbal tinctures and even looked outside the box such as amazon-botanicals.com; there are powerful herbal tinctures which can treat serious medical conditions. As an RN, that aspect interests me very much. If you think about it, most of our medications came, once, from plants. Besides food and water, I would look into a broad spectrum of herbal tinctures for long term storage.
I really believe that medical knowledge besides basic field survival knowledge will be extremely important. For example did you know that if you strip the red bark off Red Willow, scrape the green underneath to the wood, let it dry (it will turn red) it can be used as a powerful pain killer-I had a killer headache once and placed some under my tongue; within seconds the headache was gone. Herbal knowledge will be very important.

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