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Survival:Beyond the Bug-Out Bag Bill Bateman
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We all agree that being prepared for an emergency is important. That's why preparing a "Bug Out Bag" that will allow you can grab and go can be a lifesaver. So I began posting information here over 6 years ago, and I'm updating that information regularly. I've also gone beyond the products. Because creating a bag is just the first step to being prepared, not the final product. I cover topics like:*Products I both use and trust.*Often forgotten items you need to have in your bag.*Psychological and Emotional planning for the family*Planning for Kids and Seniors*What to do when Plan "A" fails?This includes a curated list of links to a variety of sources too. I'll be sharing and updating links to sites I buy from and products I use. So we are clear, I have no sponsors, so the opinions, both good and bad, are my own.Join me as I begin the 7th year/6th season of productions in an ongoing series of podcasts for you and your family to use and to share with others as you build a community. Is this fun or what?
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Radiation Wrap Up and Pre Holilday Planning
The topic of Radiation and how to deal with it safely is a very deep dive. I shared links last week and I'm finalizing the topic here by stepping back and urging you to follow up and get first-hand training and product information. It is too complicated and important to hear secondhand. I'm including some new information on Rsperatiors or Gas Mask to designed to be used in an emergency situation.
Now is an excellent time of year to take advantage of Black Friday sales to fill in any holes in your supply cupboard. It also occurred to me that some of my listeners may not be familiar with Thanksgiving, as it is an American Holiday.
We have news on Classes, Gift certificates, and a Fruitcake that got passed back and forth for over 12 years. Is it still good? Was it EVER good is the question?
A very Happy Holiday season to everyone in our family.
Full Face Respirator Example
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Say My Name.
To be able to deal with a problem, especially a scary one, I have found you have to look it in the eye, say its name, and tell it to **** off. Then you can deal with it. The thought of a bomb, or a "radiation event" is like that. OK. We've named our fear.
Let's begin to identify what steps we can take. I'm sharing resources to dig into. The first two have a wealth of information on useful steps to take and reliable product information. I'm including information about ways to measure radiation and the medication you may encounter if such a scenario were to take place.
It is a big topic, so I will also be going back next week. I also want to touch on EMP and RDIF issues. (For some reason the two seem to be linked.)
I also have class information and news on gift certificates. Thanks to my wife, I've included the address along with my invitation to come visit the range.
You've got homework family.
Link from the podcast:
Best Geiger Counter for Radiation Detection | TruePrepper
Nuclear Survival Kit Guide, Gear, and Checklist | TruePrepper
NukAlertTM Nuclear Radiation Detector/Monitor (Keychain Attachable) Alarm
Medical Countermeasures (Treatments) for Radiation Exposure and Contamination
Measuring Radiation | NRC.gov
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First Aid: Beyond the Basic Supplies
This week I'm looking at the more advanced aspects of prepping in the medical area. Because it is a serious area of study, the standard disclaimer applies: I'm not a healthcare professional and this is not medical advice. Speak to your healthcare practitioner before making any changes as they can have very serious implications.
I'll be sharing some resources for emergency medications, techniques for emergency treatments, and how to create survival caches. This is intended to be a basic introduction to the topic and will require additional research and effort to use properly on your part to be useful.
I'll also have information on classes, and Gift Certificates for the upcoming holiday season.
Link to TruePrepper
Best Antibiotics for a Prepper Emergency
Survival Caches and Resource Dispersal | TruePrepper
Where There is No Doctor – A Village Health Care Handbook [Werner, 2011] – A great guide for getting through difficult first aid situations with fewer resources.
Where There is No Dentist [Dickson, 2010] – A dental guide that breaks down dental first aid in layman’s terms.
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Head Games Manage Stress to your benefit.
Suggestions on filtering the steady stream of bad news due to recent events. Yes, be aware and concerned, No, do not stew in fear and worry. Some tips from two good sites to help you and me keep things in perspective, and turn that concern into positive actions that will actually help you.
All that plus necessary changes out at the Range and the latest class information.
Risk Assessment.
Real vs Perceived Danger and how that changes.
Aware versus Paranoid.
Head Game: survive in your mind.
Survival Psychology for Preppers
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You've got Mail!
A new listener from Southeastern Ohio reached out and had some good suggestions to share. His name is Todd and he reminded me that building a plan is the key part of the Bug Out Bag and it can be pretty overwhelming at the start. He had some good ideas to share. Let's take a look at some of those ideas, and I'll share some tips on how to build your plan.
I'm pleased to report that we have good news on the new class, Non-Ballistic Self Defense, we are setting up. It is live on the website. We of course still have our Concealed Carry class happening on October 14th and again on November 11th. I recommend you register early, while there is still space. With the holidays coming up, you may want to book the Concealed Carry Mastery at the same time.
Templates and Checklists-Pick and choose the ideas for your plan
Plan Template BASIC
Checklist Home
Full Survival Kit
More Information on Planning:
The Prepared: For Beginners
HappyPreppers
Pets: Dog Bug Out Bag Guide, Gear List, and Checklist | TruePrepper
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Back up Power Planning
It seems we are seeing more and more reports of emergencies lately. When we do, one of the common issues is the loss of power to the home. There are an increasing number of choices when it comes to choosing a source of backup power. It is a deep subject and the key to success is research and planning.
It can be confusing and it doesn't matter if you go Gasoline Generator, Solar backup, or some of the new alternate systems. Your first task is to decide what you are going to keep running. Let's go over the basics.
I'll also talk about two really good things that happened this week to brighten my attitude and perhaps can help you with that as well. All that plus new classes are coming together nicely.
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