Survivalism 101. Want to be Prepared for Disaster but don't know where to Start?

[BigWheelaCatPeelaYea]

This isnt what you do when a disaster hits you try to do it before

Research you local Native tribes and what plants and other things they utilized.

Learn how to make fire by friction.

Spend time outside get comfortable out there.

Buy some books, field guides on your area.

Own Knives good sturdy knives, hatchets saws, cutting tools.

I live in Canada so I can only own a gun for hunting purposes, so I own many knives, real sturdy swords and battle axes, and a good wet stone.

[captaincompost123]

you don't want canned food man, think as light as possible. Get those cheap noodles packs, get some individual meat servings. And you probably don't want a roller suitcase. If you're on back roads and possibly cutting through some woods, you might not be able to pull the thing.

[Scorptarius]

omg tonton sleeping bag!!!!!!! epic!

[DEFYtheTHOUGHTPOLICE]

Read "The Road" for "people get crazy" type examples.

[uspc40]

Thanks for doing this.

[lokislapdancer]

great vid for the beginner keep it coming

I would include vitamins, camp shovel and axe, playing cards, multi-tool,compass, a couple of garbage bags extra socks & sunglasses

oh and tp :)

[crainw6283]

Peanut butter, crackers, dried fruits, nuts, sardines. If you are able to cook, rice, beans, cornmeal, or oatmeal, teabags. I try to keep my car's gas tank at least half full.

[kentmcmanigal]

Hey, you look like Owen Wilson! Anyway... good video.

[erispandora]

Oh and a field guide to edible plants.

[erispandora]

Quinoa would be a perfect grain to use in your kit as it's a perfect protein alone. Hemp protein can be used to make your own protein bars if you're allergic to soy or nuts. Alton Brown on food network had a "Good Eats" devoted to making your own nutrition bars, you can customize them to your needs. Beef Jerky can also be made if the ready made is outside your budget.

[joans271]

I know several survivalists here in NH. Know exactly where I'm headed whn the shit hits the fan!

[apuzyr]

Too noisy for taking a night's meal of rabbit or whatever. A sweet little .22 will do wonders and allow 500 rounds to be carried in a BDU packet

[oyate1960]

Tarrin's advice is great about water purification.

You want to have at least a quart of water. In summer desert conditions, that's only enough to survive on for 72 hours if you are very crafty. Obtaining water in the field becomes primary but guess what? Most open water sources are contaminated now so Tarrin recommend sterilization supplies. Equally important are the filtration supplies like the Sport Berkey.

[oyate1960]

I totally don't get it. If bugout bags and "101" is still of interest then either we're not doing our job OR most of these people are lazy and irresponsible. As you say, the information is out there, it's all over the place at ANY level of depth.

Canned food is a mistake. Too heavy & bulky. Granola is cheap and nutritionally complete.

Magnesium fire starters are the state of the art.

A side-arm is a bugout standard and it goes on your duty belt.

Don't forget important papers, ID, etc.

[LCLREPORT]

Thanks for the extra advice anything you can share is great? I don't even want to try and pretend I know anything deep on the subject. I was just hoping it is simple enough and basic enough it might interest people in learning more about the topic! I am hoping that if people see a complete noob start learning, they will not be intimidated and learn too. There is just soooo much info out there, hard to figure out where to even start.

[oyate1960]

@LCLREPORT

OK, think FOOD, WATER, SHELTER first. Then comes defense.

Water can't be reduced. We don't have condensed water. It weights 8 pounds per gallon.

Shelter with a rain poncho can be done. Those reflective safetly blankets are ok too.

Food. Screw all that expensive high protein suvival food crap if you can't afford it. Make your own trail mix or granola or buy the stuff cheap. The combination of grains, nuts and fruit are nutritionally complete and give high energy.

[LCLREPORT]

Great Idea about Granola, I was focusing on broke people so I thought cans would be cheapest, but your idea about Granola is just as cheap and much better!

[350cutlassrocket]

Awesome video. I have a strong survival mindset and have begun building my own B.O.B. and even a "survival" kit to keep in my vehicle for more of an urban enviroment. I like this video, simple, to the point. Thanks!

[Nphyx]

Great idea on the series, keep 'em coming.

[LCLREPORT]

I watched your video but it wouldnt let me comment on it... i was signed in but just wanted to let you know, do someting with para cord... preferably high quality 650paracord, you would be surprised what can be done with this. i have used it in emergencies for a "hut" i built and fell apart during a storm while camping (i rough it, nothing but what i can fit in my pockets and a good all purpose tool)

Peace be with you,

Henry

[bronxer78]

Incremental preparation is a great idea, LowCountry!

[803honda]

dont forget your big stack of 100s  lol

[803honda]

need an expert?

youtube com/WildernessOutfitters

learn how to get/create shelter, food, and all other necessities in a wilderness slef-reliance situation.

this is not spam. I post this cause he has taught me alot and I want yall to learn too.

[Bodhizzle]

Fantastic Tarrin! Please do keep them coming! :)

[liftsboxes]

The Survival Podcast has a great deal of info and a liberty-minded approach.

[jakemanry]

hey man, this video is extremely helpful in planning for and executing a survival plan. i have already bought a survival guide and am setting up a plan, u have been a great help friend.

[hornshwangler]

You may want to back up a bit and determine / discuss when you want to bug out. This assumes you would want to leave your current location. Circumstances may suggest your current location is better than 'bugging' out. Folks did stay in their homes (that weren't under water) during Katrina as it was easier to defend yourself (until they confiscated the guns). There are decision points on when you should leave your shelter and be mobile.

thanks for the great vids, keep up the good work!

[mizfit32]

Nutnfancy has all you need to know about this subject. Im not trying to take away from what your doing because it is a great service for real Americans. Keep up the good work LCL

[LCLREPORT]

Ohh I don't pretend to be an expert, thanks for the advice, I am hoping maybe a few more of my friends will see this and actually think about it for the first time!

[mizfit32]

I was not downing you in any way. you did a great job as it was. I like the ideal of like minded people bugging out together. If the event comes to be it would be nice to be with one or more people.