I'm going to post this out. It's part of a religious publication, but it is still relevant. At least be as smart as a goose. Just "eat" the parts that are "corn" to you and spit out the rocks. If you don't like the religious parts, ignore it and use the other stuff if you find it useful. I left out the first part because it's all spiritual preparedness. For me personally, it's all corn.
SITUATIONAL AWARENESS
Spiritually and in the Natural
Part TWO (A) & (B) will address the Natural Guide.
Part TWO (A) Non violent environment.
Remember, God promises to hear those who call upon Him in times like these.
Romans 15:13 [KJV] Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
I made the Spiritual Guide first because it is of a much higher priority than this natural guide is. If this first part is not done, you can count on needing this second part. It won’t be a matter of “if” it will come to pass, it will become a matter of “when” it comes to pass.
Do an evaluation of your
CURRENT STATUS should you be faced with one or more of these circumstances:
- Water supplies, should water become unavailable or polluted for an extended period of time.
- Local grocery stores are not available for extended periods of time.
- Possible long term power outage.
- Clothing for the various climates in your area.
- Medical conditions of yourself and family members.
- (****TO BE DISCUSSED IN PART (B) PRIORITIES CHANGE HERE.)
- Possible random violence in the neighborhood in which you live.
- Possible violent mob coming to your neighborhood/residence.
- Possible civil war or war like conditions.
Once you have done a thorough analysis of your current circumstances, these are the goals:
- Water supply – A human can survive without food for much longer than they can without water. Normally, 3 days is the maximum time without water before your body suffers permanent damage and you’re in extreme danger. In a survival situation, the average person needs at least 1 to 2 quarts of drinking water per day. More would be better.
Water storage can be as simple as filling empty jugs with water and storing them now in preparation. You may also wish to look into a water filtration system depending on the down time of the local water system. These usually work with a filter system. Be sure to have enough filters for the time you estimate you will need them.
There is tons of information on the internet for various methods of obtaining water. Do some research on cisterns and water wells or other methods of collecting rainwater in case one of these methods will work for you. One thing I recommend is a personal survival water purification device for emergencies or in case you need to “bug-out” fast and don’t have any time to carry water with you. It stays in your “bug-out” bag. We will cover that later in section B.
- Food supply – You CAN survive without eating for a number of days if you must unless your health prevents it. Much will depend upon the physical and mental stress you would be under. Obviously, if you can stay home and just relax, you can do without food much longer than if you have to do strenuous labor. DO NOT rely on electricity to be available. Freezers, refrigerators and most stoves will not work without power. Generators will work as long as you’re able to supply fuel to power it. You will have to decide if you have enough fuel to do this and if it’s worth the effort.
Long term food supply methods have been around since God created Adam. Your mobility or stationary status will determine the best types of food supplies for you and your family. If your circumstances will allow you to stay home, then canned foods are the best by far. You will need 3 -6 months worth or more of food. Remember, the bigger your family - the more food you will need.
You can store rice, beans, cornmeal,salt and sugar as well as some other staples long term (10+ years) using food grade 5 gallon buckets and the dry ice method of storage. Rice and beans form a protein when eaten and are a very good food source. Get multiple types of beans and rices. DON’T FORGET SPICES AND SEASONINGS. Avoid food fatigue. You need a variety of foods or you will get tired of eating the same thing all the time.
If this looks like it’s going to be a long term ordeal, in approximately one month from the start, you need to plant a garden to supplement and eventually replace your current food supplies. You will need tools, seeds ( Heirloom seed not Hybrid seed) and know how to do this. Start learning now if you don’t already have this knowledge and ability.
If your circumstances will not allow you to stay home, then your goal must be to travel light. Freeze dried foods work well for this. MREs are also good but a little heavier. Remember these also require water, so have extra water for them. The goal would be to carry enough in your “bug-out bag” system to get you to a place where you can have a better source of food. Preferably to a group of people that have prepared beforehand for this scenario. This should be no more than 7 days distance by foot in case you can’t drive to the location.
Personal Hygiene products that you may want for comfort help to endure hardships. Don’t forget toiletries for all the members of your family. TOILET PAPER. You will need proper dental hygiene. You do NOT want dental issues while this is going on. So, prevention is the best course of action.
Remember, This didn’t catch God by surprise, only us.
II John 1:2-3 [KJV] [2] For the truth’s sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. [3] Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.
- Power outage – Long term power outages can really cause troubles. Our lives are built around this modern convenience. Cell phones, computers, television, entertainment and comfort. Refrigerators and freezers will no longer work. A/C and heating will be gone. It’s very possible your stoves will no longer function even if it’s a gas stove. It may even knock out communications permanently if it’s off long enough.
The most important things to consider after the power goes out will be your ability to cook food, boil water and lighting. BBQ pits can work if they are geared towards burning wood instead of BBQ charcoal briquettes. A fireplace during the winter months would work for heating and cooking, but in the summer would make the house unbearably hot.
Look into a stove called a Rocket Stove. These work with very little fuel and are highly efficient. There’s a lot of information on the internet about them. Whatever you choose, it must be efficient and reliable with the sources of combustible materials you would have readily available.
Candles have worked for thousands of years for lighting as have oil lamps and such. You will need enough of whatever you choose to last a long while. Flash lights and plenty of batteries will work as long as they will last. These could be used sparingly if you use the candles or oil lamps as primary lighting.
- Depending on the climate of your area and the season of the year, clothing can become an especially important issue. If you are able to stay at your own residence, this should not be an issue. All your clothes are at your home. But, if you must travel, be sure to consider the climate.
- One thing that you need that few people in the United States ever think about is mosquito netting. There’s nothing worse than trying to sleep while you’re being eaten alive by insects. During hot weather you will be sleeping with open windows if you are staying in a building or house or even outside. There a several types available but you need to think long term and not short term or temporary.
How well do you like to sleep? Be prepared to spend enough money to sleep comfortably. You will need your rest. Some nettings have frames and others hang from the ceiling or by other methods. Just be sure it’s plenty big enough and strong enough for your long term sleeping arrangements. You will need one for each member of the family. Consider this a vital part of sleeping arrangements.
Be sure to remember God’s Grace is sufficient.
II Peter 1:2 [KJV] Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord,
- Medical supplies and the knowledge to use them can and will save your life or the lives of those around you. You must have adequate first aid training in case the medical profession is unavailable.Hospitals may or may not be readily available. Be prepared as best as possible to survive this situation. I will list the items for an adequate First Aid Kit that will be able to handle the smallest injuries all the way to some gun shot wounds if needed. YOU WILL need to be trained to administer this level of first aid. So get the training now while you can.
- If you have any medicines that you MUST have, it would be wise if possible to get your doctor to prescribe 3 – 6 months (1 year would be best) worth of those medicines for you. Explain to him/her what you are doing. Rotate out your prescriptions by date so that the freshest medications are used last. If conditions require it, you may have to ignore the expiration dates of your medicines. Do this with all the members of your family.
First Aid Kit: The quantities of each item should be determined by you and your family’s needs.
***THIS KIT WILL REQUIRE TRAINING TO USE PARTS OF IT. GET THE TRAINING YOU NEED NOW. DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE.***
Occlusive dressings, CAT Tourniquet, 4x4 gauze pads, triangular bandages, large assortment of bandaids, trauma dressing ABD pads, Israeli bandages, kerlix bandages, super glue or Dermabond for suture use, suture products, butterfly bandages, triple antibiotic cream, hydrogen peroxide, betadine solution, aloe vera, burn gel, lidocaine cream, aspirin, Tylenol, Motrin, Benadryl or other Antihistamines, Imodium, Epi pen, glucose tablets, splinting: ACE Bandage, SAM splints, hemostats, scissors and/or paramedic shears, tweezers small and large, scalpels, magnifying glass, tongue depressors, medical tape, small bright flashlight, thermometer, latex gloves or equivalent, face masks, lubricating eye drops, eyewash solution, antacid tablets, oral antibiotics, cotton-tipped swabs, irrigation syringe - a turkey baster works for this, CPR mask, small notepad with waterproof pencil or pen, emergency heat-reflecting blanket, hand sanitizer, antiseptic soap, petroleum jelly, laxative, hydrocortisone cream, insect repellent, oropharyngeal & nasopharyngeal devices.
- 3 months to 1 years worth of necessary prescriptions per person.
- Medical history forms for each family member. List all allergies.
- Emergency phone numbers
- poison help line 800-222-1222
We’ve addressed the basic necessities of life - food, water, shelter and clothing, now we must discuss something that makes some people very uncomfortable.
Self defense.
God is GOOD! All the time!
Romans 16:20 [KJV] And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
Amen.
Part TWO (B) Violent environments.
Wolves and Sheepdogs are very much alike. Both will kill without hesitation. The Wolf will kill in order to consume its prey for itself. The Sheepdog will kill to help the Shepherd protect the flock for His purposes.
- Possible random violence in the neighborhood in which you live.
- Possible violent mob coming to your neighborhood/residence.
- Possible civil war or war like conditions.
****AT THIS POINT I HIGHLY RECOMMEND KEEPING YOUR VEHICLES WITH AT LEAST A HALF TANK OF GAS AT ALL TIMES. CIRCUMSTANCES CAN DETERIORATE RAPIDLY WHEN THERE IS CIVIL UNREST IN YOUR AREA.****
****UNDERSTAND RIGHT NOW THAT TO BE ALONE IS TO REDUCE SURVIVABILITY SUBSTANTIALLY IN MOST CIRCUMSTANCES!!!! ****
There is safety in numbers.
In violent environments the most important thing you can possess are firearms and ammunition. Everything else comes in second place.
- If you live in an area where possible random violence from one person to a few people working together is likely to occur, then you will need some form of defensive weapons. KNOW YOUR LIMITATIONS! If you WILL NOT USE LETHAL FORCE, then it would be better NOT to have lethal force weapons around. They will take it from you and use it against you or someone else. Both lethal and non lethal type weapons. Hopefully most of you are familiar with firearms. If not, I HIGHLY recommend getting professional training, NOW while it’s still peaceful. ANY firearm is better than knives, clubs, rocks, physical violence or vocal threats.
- My advice is to get and learn how to efficiently use a pistol and an AR-15 style rifle at minimum. The best all around calibers during violent times will be 5.56x45 NATO (223 Remington), 7.62x51 NATO (308 Winchester), 9mm Luger, 40 Smith&Wesson 45 ACP, and 12 Gauge Buckshot and slugs. These calibers will be carried by nearly all Law Enforcement and Military agencies. Even foreign nations use these. One other caliber that may be useful would be the 7.62x39 Soviet. Many AK-47’s are chambered in this. This would not be among my first choices though.
A word about the 22LR. It is a very good caliber if you understand its limitations. Ammo is relatively cheap. Nearly anyone can shoot it. From young children on up to adults of any age. It can be used to harvest game as well as limited self defense. It isn’t the best choice for self defense though. I would recommend getting at least one 22 rimfire rifle UNLESS you will not use lethal force. If you will not kill someone that is trying to harm you or your family, it would be better to have no firearms at all.
For non lethal applications the first would be pepper spray and the second would be stun guns. These can be regulated by State Laws, so know what the laws are in your state. Know how to use them. Don’t just buy it and store it somewhere. You life could depend on using it properly. Everything else comes after these things. It would be better that they get nothing than to take yours if you will not use it.
- If possible, each member of the family should be trained to protect themselves and to use the First Aid Kit properly. Get the proper training now. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
- Mob violence, sustained long term sporadic violence or WAR like conditions. This is where you will need to make a critical decision as to whether you will stay at your residence or flee to a safer environment. Hopefully BEFORE this type of violence breaks out. You will need a “BUG-OUT BAG” for each member of the family and a plan that involves other members of a survival group. There is a sample list of things for a Bug-out Bag below. This group of people should have been PREDETERMINED and have already planned for such an event. Don’t expect to be able to join a group AFTER this has become reality in you area. I will discuss this group of people in another chapter.
- Your Bug-Out Bag is a backpack or carry bag that is big enough to carry all your emergency needs for rapid departure in case danger is eminent and over whelming. A backpack is highly preferred to a bag. A backpack will keep your hands free to do other things like carry a rifle or handgun.
- Keep your “Bug-out Bag” undated and maintained. It is to be used until you can get somewhere with a friendly group of people. This will be your “Bug-Out Clan”. This group of people should be NO MORE than 7 days away by foot if you should have to walk. Be aware of the conditions you are in. Exposure can result in an attack. That means you will need 7 days worth of food and water. Be very careful using lights or fires at night. It WILL give away your position to potential threats. If you need to use a light, do so under a heavy tarp or something similar that will hide the light from view.
No food that needs to be cooked unless it comes with it’s own heat source such as some MREs. This bag/backpack should be large enough to carry all of these items that are listed below. One bag per person with the items each person will need. Remember, you may have to carry this pack and the first aid kit at the same time. Final weight will be important. Make adjustments in the contents to fit your situation.
Water-purifying straws are lightweight, long-lasting, and completely portable, making them ideal for your bug-out bags. The straws allow you to drink directly from almost any water source without worrying about contaminants – as long as you read and follow the directions.
- Bug-Out Bag Items: Personal water filter, canteen of water, lighters, matches, fire starters, MREs or Freeze Dried Foods, pistol, rifle or shotgun, extra ammo for the firearms, binoculars, knives, knife sharpener, insect repellent, flashlight preferably with a removable red filter (a red light doesn’t hurt night vision as much as white light), extra batteries for the light,candles, eating utensils, toilet paper (folded to save space), Important personal papers, Identification, pass port, medical information about your self, maps, rain gear, duct tape, para-cord, multi purpose tool, light weight sleeping bag, extra blankets to go with the bag, mosquito netting, and a small tent if it’s small/light enough.
Store your Bug-Out Bags and First Aid Kit in a location where it can be loaded into a vehicle at a moments notice. If you have enough time, load your food stores up also. But do not risk your life to do so. If you keep your stored food in containers and not on shelves, it will make it faster to load. Especially the 5 gallon buckets.
- Ability to travel in a vehicle if possible…..Gas tanks topped off if it can be planned. Keep your gas tank above half of a tank at all times if you see conditions deteriorating. Your vehicle should be parked so that you can put your transmission in drive and leave NOW. You DO NOT want to have to back up and then put it in drive. Fire Departments are setup to drive straight out without backing up. There’s a reason they do this. It is the fastest way to leave. If there are multiple people in the vehicle, the passenger needs to be armed with the most powerful weapon available. They must be ready to use that weapon. The driver should be in possession of a handgun or at least at his disposal within easy reach. Everyone will need to be armed if possible and be watching for any dangerous situations.
- If you have enough time, load your food stores into the vehicle so that you don’t loose them. Get as much as possible but do not endanger yourself or family. If there is enough time, and you’ve planned for this you would be surprised how fast you can load all your gear and food into a vehicle for an immediate departure. Especially if it’s all stored near your vehicle.
- You should have a preplanned destination and a route to get there. Primary route and secondary routes would be a good idea just in case there is an impasse of some type. Do not stop for crowds. It could cost your life and/or all that you have stored up. If they block your path, drive fast enough that they can’t jump on the vehicle but slow enough that you don’t damage the mechanics of the vehicle. You may be forced to run over people. Do not stop.
Revelation of John 13:16-17 [KJV]
[16] And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right hand, or in their foreheads: [17] And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark, or the name of the beast, or the number of his name.
Civil turbulence can cause financial markets to become very unstable. When the markets become unstable, economies tumble. They can sometimes even collapse. If a financial system is a Central Bank fiat system, such as ours, with no true intrinsic value for the currency, then inflation can go wild. A $2 loaf of bread could then easily cost $50 or more in a VERY short period of time.. It could get so bad that the currency is completely worthless. A 55 gallon drum full of $100 dollar bills couldn’t buy a single egg. All currency has a
perceived value.
Gold and silver have held its value in nearly ever economic disaster in history thus far. But the private possession of gold has been outlawed by various governments. Even here in the USA it was against the law to have it at one time. April 5, 1933 FDR made the possession of gold illegal with nothing more than an executive order. Overnight it became illegal for you to have any gold in your possession. Do not depend on gold or silver. If things get bad enough, even gold and silver could become worthless. You can’t eat or drink gold or silver. You can’t wear it. You can’t use it for shelter. It’s only worth is in
perceived value. It is only worth what someone is willing to trade for it. The same with any other currency. Having said that, I would recommend having some gold or silver to use for various purchases. Gold and silver helped some of the Jews escape Nazi Germany even though it was against the law for them to have it in their possession. We will discuss this shortly in bartering and black markets. But understand, even gold and silver’s value is a
perceived value and not an absolute value.
While this isn’t an economic lesson, we do need to be aware of another system that has existed since Adam was created. It’s called a BARTERING system. Value is determined by need. If it’s a violent environment, then firearms and ammunition are very valuable. If it’s rather peaceful, then food and water become highly valuable. After that shelter and clothing. Bartering will be the system that will be used if the economy collapses in the USA or
the mark of the beast is instituted.
Bartering items: food - eggs, chickens, livestock, clothing, extra medicine, LABOR, ammo, firearms, weapons, nearly anything of value in the conditions you find yourself in. ***Gold and Silver for the Black Market.***
***There will also be another market that has existed almost as long as Adam was created. It’s called the Black Market. This market is risky and can be dangerous place to operate. Yet, it can also supply nearly anything you could possibly want or need as long as the trade can be made. Black Market items usually demand a premium because they are under the radar of the legal system. They are highly illegal and all governments try to crush them. The risk involved in this system has a built in premium charge to it. This market should be avoided unless you have no other alternatives. This is where gold and silver will always maintain it’s value. This was the system used by some Jews to get out of Germany and saved their lives.
There is more......I'll post it later.
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