Short Term Long Term Urban Survival
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Short Term Long Term Urban Survival kicks off our month on EDC and Urban Survival we are going to really hammer down what is meant when we talk about urban survival. The truth is, the idea has many meanings and its important that we understand them. How one person might prepare to for urban survival could be totally different than another, though they are both surviving in an urban environment. Read more “Short Term Long Term Urban Survival”
It is a worst-case scenario for most people.
Rusty Shackleford of Omega Outdoor & Emergency Supply Co. in Dayton, Ohio is our guest on this episode of All Hazards Communications Preparedness show.
According to the American Prepper Network, the five main skills needed for a long-term disaster are abilities related to power, water, shelter, food, and basic survival skills. My take on this is very similar, except that I’ve replaced power generation experience with medical experience. After all, mankind has gone without eletricity for a far longer time than we’ve relied upon it. On the other hand, doctors, nurses and others with expertise in keeping people healthy will be in great demand in a survival situation. 
There is on thing on the planet that we simply cannot produce more of and that is land. In fact, if the sea levels rise, as much as scientists are predicting, then we are going to have less land. To me there seems to be few investments out there as strong as buying land. This is because, no matter the circumstance that land is going to have value and, in most cases, that value is going to grow. The other wonderful thing about land, is that you never know how much its going to grow. If a company decides they want your land, you might consider taking that hefty pay off for your land. 
For the past for weeks we have been covering Sight, Smell, and Appearance Discipline and how to proactive better OPSEC. This episode is the fourth and final show and we tackle noises. Next time there is a power outage in your area, go outside and have a listen. You might still hear the animals and insects and background noise, but overall you will immediately notice how quiet it really is. Dogs barking, car horns, generators, kids screaming, etc. These sounds carry a long ways. This show will have some ideas on how to reduce the amount of noise and sound you give off as well as some ways you can use sound to your advantage. 
Since the stone ages depictions of man and fire seemed to go hand in hand with the will to live. Fire is life. So what is something that you think is survival essential number 1? The right Fire. we use fire for camping, light, heat, and cooking food. This is something that survivalist, campers, country folk or anybody would think of packing in their gear. So, what are ways that you can get your’s started? Lighter, Matches, Ferrous Rod, Flint stick? How about a fire starter that can really save you in a tight situation? 
Last week on TGA, we discussed Rem870 shotguns, upgrades, gunsmithing them, and much more… but we ran out of time. So on this show we are gonna finish that show and dive a bit deeper into the 870. After that, if there’s time, I am also going to talk about a few other Survival Rifle platforms, an Over Under Rifle Shotgun combo, a mini 22LR rifle, and a couple other Survival rifle options. We may even get into a couple upgrades you haven’t heard of, and some gunsmithing you didn’t know how to do. 
We have a special guest on this show to talk about bushcraft among other things. There is something mesmerizing about the art of bushcraft and having the ability to manipulate the world “in the bush” the way that a well seasons practitioner can.
What’s up Team Gunmetal!! This week, on the Armory… we are going to dive back in to the deep end we were swimming in last week. We were talking about Survival Shotguns and Survival Rifles, but we didn’t get to cover every part of my Survival Shotguns and Rifles presentation. So this week, we are coming back at you with Part 2. We will cover Remington 870 and Tac 14 shotguns, the mods you can do to them, and the internal changes you can make. We all know the Remington 870 makes for an ideal Survival and Home Defense platform, now you’ll find out how to make it even better. 
If you are going hiking and the path that you are about to take is not familiar for you, the first thing you need to do is to gather as much information as you can about the place. You will need to do an internet research and read hiking diaries and travel forums. In case you have a friend who has ever visited the destination, ask for their input. Make sure that you have a map to take along with you. On top of doing all this preparation, here is a survival guide to help you when lost in the wild. 
