By Terrance Franklin
After rewatching the very first show of doomsday preppers it became apparent to me there is a lot of content to do a blog post on each show. Rather, I might be breaking it down by each one of the survivalists listed and going through point by point. And so without further ado, we will begin with Paul Range and Gloria Haswell - among the most detailed preppers showcased on the program.
Prepping as a job
Paul and Gloria have the specific benefit of being retired, allowing them to prep full time. Obviously, this has resulted in one of the most extensive preparation plans I have ever observed. The ability to cook 8 meals a day makes the stockpiling alternative very practical, however regrettably it is a plan that can not be carried out by a lot of people with work, kids as well as a life. Their technique shows a very labor intensive strategy, something comparable may be accomplished without the work if there was a lot of cash to be spent however it's not realistic to the vast majority of people around.
Prepping and hunting
Really liked the footage of Paul butchering a deer and transforming it into rations. It was just on the screen for a couple of seconds but with time this could be the best way to get meat cheaply and understand some abilities for a post-apocalyptic world. While it is meant for the stockpiling form of prepping it additionally develops the potential for Paul and Gloria to survive when they bug out.
Threat of a Polar shift
I was not sold on Paul and Gloria's reason for prepping of the polar shift resulting in a series of earthquakes and continental shift. Looking at the geological report there has only been one pace for continents moving, and that is slow. If polar shifts triggered massive geological activity we would be able to see it in the record 400,000 years ago when it is known to have transpired. Compasses would point in another direction but we probably won't be experiencing snowfall in Texas when it takes place. No matter what, they are ready for nearly anything with their set up.
The fortress
The castle like fortress (presented above) is one of the coolest bug out places I have ever seen. Seems as if it came from Road Warrior (just walk away). With the affordable, sturdy material of shipping containers it looks like something that might be replicated. There are homes made out of shipping containers in Amsterdam and were regarded as a cheap strategy to build houses in Haiti as well, but makes an incredible foundation for survival locations.
Electricity sources
Actually astounded by the completely off the grid power source, which includes methane from livestock and other waste products. The idea of lighting up a gas stove feels like a lavish addition in a post collapse world and the fact that it can be made from waste is quite intriguing. This might even prepare them for any type of energy related crisis and whilst costly up front, can keep the running charges down over time.
Bugging out
The military schooling of Paul and Gloria's team really excels through in their bug out convoy plan. The idea of rounding the wagons is extremely interesting. The thought of trying to find the drop on 22 fortified marines does not sound quite attractive to any would be raiders. This even signifies that bugging out with a group can have its advantages, generally quick is better but with training a team can get to that level of responsiveness.
Prepping as a job
Paul and Gloria have the specific benefit of being retired, allowing them to prep full time. Obviously, this has resulted in one of the most extensive preparation plans I have ever observed. The ability to cook 8 meals a day makes the stockpiling alternative very practical, however regrettably it is a plan that can not be carried out by a lot of people with work, kids as well as a life. Their technique shows a very labor intensive strategy, something comparable may be accomplished without the work if there was a lot of cash to be spent however it's not realistic to the vast majority of people around.
Prepping and hunting
Really liked the footage of Paul butchering a deer and transforming it into rations. It was just on the screen for a couple of seconds but with time this could be the best way to get meat cheaply and understand some abilities for a post-apocalyptic world. While it is meant for the stockpiling form of prepping it additionally develops the potential for Paul and Gloria to survive when they bug out.
Threat of a Polar shift
I was not sold on Paul and Gloria's reason for prepping of the polar shift resulting in a series of earthquakes and continental shift. Looking at the geological report there has only been one pace for continents moving, and that is slow. If polar shifts triggered massive geological activity we would be able to see it in the record 400,000 years ago when it is known to have transpired. Compasses would point in another direction but we probably won't be experiencing snowfall in Texas when it takes place. No matter what, they are ready for nearly anything with their set up.
The fortress
The castle like fortress (presented above) is one of the coolest bug out places I have ever seen. Seems as if it came from Road Warrior (just walk away). With the affordable, sturdy material of shipping containers it looks like something that might be replicated. There are homes made out of shipping containers in Amsterdam and were regarded as a cheap strategy to build houses in Haiti as well, but makes an incredible foundation for survival locations.
Electricity sources
Actually astounded by the completely off the grid power source, which includes methane from livestock and other waste products. The idea of lighting up a gas stove feels like a lavish addition in a post collapse world and the fact that it can be made from waste is quite intriguing. This might even prepare them for any type of energy related crisis and whilst costly up front, can keep the running charges down over time.
Bugging out
The military schooling of Paul and Gloria's team really excels through in their bug out convoy plan. The idea of rounding the wagons is extremely interesting. The thought of trying to find the drop on 22 fortified marines does not sound quite attractive to any would be raiders. This even signifies that bugging out with a group can have its advantages, generally quick is better but with training a team can get to that level of responsiveness.
About the Author:
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