stocking up for a non survivalist

[mosquitomountainman]

Actually, squirrels are good eating. I've never tried grubs. I realize I get a little worked up over some things. I am a survivalist. My wife and I have done a lot to prepare for whatever the future may bring and, if the need arose, I would probably try eating a few grubs. (Heck, I might try some anyway just to see how they taste!)

The term "survivalist" is used as a pejorative by people who are basically survivalists but call themselves something less offensive and more politically correct. I see it as the same as the controversy over being an American Indian or a Native American. Both mean the same thing and refer to the same people but some have taken offense at being called an Indian. We could do the same thing with negro, black, people of color, etc. It's just politically correct nonsense.

If you or anyone else wants to be called a "prepper" instead of a survivalist that's okay with me. You'll still be welcomed into my camp inhabited by other survivalists like me. Would I be welcome in yours?

[SurvivalNut]

Originally Posted by mosquitomountainman

If you or anyone else wants to be called a "prepper" instead of a survivalist that's okay with me. You'll still be welcomed into my camp inhabited by other survivalists like me. Would I be welcome in yours?

I introduce myself as a Survivalist when asked about my hobbies. I like looking directly into their eyes when I say so. If they don't like my company, don't keep it.

Mi campo es su campo.

[Genevieve]

anybody who has a crappy attitude and is snotty and arrogant won't be welcome in my camp. I can tell you that. Just like you daon't care about what others think about the term you use to describe yourself, I don't have time for people who think just because they've been at it longer than me, that they somehow are better than me. Find someone else to try to intimidate, I ain't got the time or inclination to play that game.
Me...I don't give a crap what anybody calls themselves. You could butter you azz call yourself biscuit....I don't care. But if you have a crappy attitude towards me....hun...you will get it right back and maybe even worse. Theres nothing worse than an old woman going thru Menopause. ;-)



You all be safe and be healthy.

[mdprepper]

I like the term prepper. Most people just assume you are storing food. When you say survivalist people picture weapons and ammo. Frankly, I do NOT want them to know I have weapons. Why advertise? My immediate family knows that I have food stores (as small as they may be at this time), but NO one else.

[UncleJoe]

Originally Posted by Genevieve

Theres nothing worse than an old woman going thru Menopause. ;-)

DW says "You Got That Right!!"

[SurvivalNut]

Originally Posted by Genevieve

anybody who has a crappy attitude and is snotty and arrogant won't be welcome in my camp. I can tell you that. Just like you daon't care about what others think about the term you use to describe yourself, I don't have time for people who think just because they've been at it longer than me, that they somehow are better than me. Find someone else to try to intimidate, I ain't got the time or inclination to play that game.
Me...I don't give a crap what anybody calls themselves. You could butter you azz call yourself biscuit....I don't care. But if you have a crappy attitude towards me....hun...you will get it right back and maybe even worse. Theres nothing worse than an old woman going thru Menopause. ;-)



You all be safe and be healthy.

What?....bad day or something? A little heavy. Check your guns at the door please........

Prepper/ Survivalist = Mo/Schmo=Don't matter. Nuttin but a name.

[pdx210]

Originally Posted by Daniel

Hello all,
I'm not a survivalist but having a plan and food on hand just in case something big happens would be nice.

welcome to the forum Dan,.. thats basically what a survivalist is don't fight it Dan, ...Dan the survivalist



Freeze dried food is nice because it lasts so long 20+ years but it's also much more expensive. What about water you need it with food and how will you get it, store, purify and heat the food and water ultimatly this leads to other issues i mean, your preparing for a year of food (and water) what about medicine, clothing, personal hygiene..see what happens!

Anyway, People here are preparing for everything from a winter storm to global meltdown, plague, end of oil, 2012

Tell us a little more about why you want food,. what you want to prepare for
if you want to have a year's food supply on hand.


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[NaeKid]

Originally Posted by Daniel

Good point. I'm coming up with a list of Priorities and things needed in case of a large disaster. For me time will be a big issue because I live in a heavily populated area near the city and if something went down it's not the place I want to be. I'm thinking of leaving my stockpile at my parents place because I'm pretty confident that I could get there via back roads and they have a much better setup for a long term stay then I do. I'll post my check list and plan when I get it together.

on another note I found this and I think it looks pretty interesting... Free Plans To Build your own Bicycle Generator Pedal Power Station

What would you consider a large disaster? The answer to that question will help you create your plans and implement them. If a large disaster consists of a heavy snowfall where your current vehicle-pool is unable to get from home to the store to work to school, then we can help you plan that out (BTW: I saw the news about Washington DC being under a little blanket of snow and Obama freakin' over it).

If a large disaster consists of power-outtages, we can help you plan alternative energy systems where the neighbors might be without lights and you will still be able to watch your favorite shows.

If a large disaster consists of Mutant Zombie Biker Gangs (MZBG) running rampant causing no end of grief for you and your loved ones, well, we can help you plan for that as well.

Finally, is the large disaster something that was portrayed in a movie (Day after Tomorrow, 2012, 28 Days Later, WaterBorne, etc) and it got you thinking that what was shown in the movie could possibly happen and you want to prepare for that kind of world-wide-disaster?

Each step that you take to preparing will lead you towards another step.

1. get food
2. make shelves
3. get water cooler
4. make more shelves for bulk water-bottles
5. test cook food
6. purchase several different cooking appliances
7. make more shelves for camping gear
8. go camping, decide that a different camper would be needed
9. build RV-pad in yard to park trailer
10. figure the Subaru isn't going to tow the trailer easily, purchase Jeep Commander
11. try new winter-sports. Need snowmobile
12. purchase utility trailer to haul snowmobile. Doubles as winter travel vehicle when snows become so deep that Jeep Commander can no longer drive with out roads being plowed
13. purchase big truck with snowplow. City isn't taking care of snow removal fast enough

You are planning the first step which is a good thing ... I am sitting around #11 right now .. some others are up to #33 already and think that there is a long way to go still

[sailaway]

I think I will be shopping for a good used snowmobile this spring.

[oldsoldier]

Daniel survival acres is an okay company. I've done business with them a few times. IMHO there are several good companies out there.
Emergency Essentials - Be Prepared Emergency Preparedness Food Storage is another one. I have quite a bit of Mountian house dehyds. their #10 cans have a shelf life of up to 20+ years, It isn't cheap if you buy all at once your looking at a couple thousand dollars. But you can buy a can or two at a time. Look up mountian house on the net and see if they have a distributor in your area and get some a little at a time. I know gander mountian sells their stuff although IMO gander mtn.is kinda high on their prices. You may want to also consider buying stuff like beans and Rice. It's fairly cheap. stores well and when properly stored will keep for years. You may also think about things like Ramen noodles and "dry" soups like lipton "cup O' soup" they keep pretty well for a couple of years.