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The Economy Crashes…Now What…Isolation Survival Skills

The Economy Crashes…Now What…Isolation Survival Skills

We all stared at the TV in horror..Dow 10,000..Dow 8,000…Dow closed. It was as though the world was standing still. The entire office staff had a look of disbelief.  It was when the power suddenly cut out that the panic began.  I remember thinking that I needed to get in touch with my wife.  Grabbed my cell phone, hit the speed dial, no signal.  I had a packed schedule of work to do, important meetings, including a new … Read entire article »

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Japan and American futures…As Predicted–Japan Widens Evacuation ZONE!!!

Japan and American futures…As Predicted–Japan Widens Evacuation ZONE!!!

Update April 10th 2011:  (Reuters) – Japan plans to extend the evacuation zone around its crippled nuclear plant because of high radiation levels, local media reported on Monday, with engineers no closer to regaining control of six reactors hit by a giant tsunami one month ago. Concern at Japan’s inability contain its nuclear crisis, caused by a March 11 earthquake and tsunami, is mounting with Prime Minister Naoto Kan‘s ruling party suffering embarrassing losses in local elections … Read entire article »

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10 Economic Survival Steps to do TODAY

10 Economic Survival Steps to do TODAY

Everyone that hears my voice. Everyone that reads this blog, Everyone that still understands that 2+2=4, the time to prepare for Inflation and Hyperinflation is NOW, not tomorrow, In fact, you have already missed the boat on some preparation steps.  However, here are 10 that you could implement now to help protect what finances you have left, and the physical safety and survival of yourself and those that you love.  If this sounds serious in … Read entire article »

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WATER–Part Two Locating and Collecting

WATER–Part Two Locating and Collecting

Ah yes, water, the most important survival topic to discuss.  That’s right water, more important than food, shelter, security, clothing, fire, or even companionship.  You have your priorities right if you can place God first, water a close second, and oxygen not far behind, during times of strife and turmoil.  Why is water so important?  Life–without water you are guaranteed to quickly die, period.   Food Preparation–Water is essential to rehydrate your dehydrated or freeze dried food‘s. Hygiene–Brushing teeth, to washing … Read entire article »

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The Bug Out Bag

The Bug Out Bag

By Chris Mosser Faith & Survival January 19th 2011 If you want to understand in detail the needs for a bug out bag I suggest you read three of my older blogs. How 48 hours can change your life: http://faithandsurvival.com/?p=155 The Day the Dollar Dies: http://faithandsurvival.com/?p=246 Skyrocketing Prices Now: http://faithandsurvival.com/?p=311 Now let us get into the details. Combination Strategy:  The bug out bag should be used IN CONJUCTION with the Survival Vest, (Please see that blog http://faithandsurvival.com/?p=143). This is very important to remember since … Read entire article »

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Survival Lights

Survival Lights

Twelve hours of night equals twelve hours of uneasiness, restless, nervous, and downright fear of things that go bump in the night.  As Survivalist we want to prepared on how to handle the dark, in the most efficient, and light weight methods possible.  As I have focused on emergency events I want to refresh every one’s memory first on the two different scenarios we are preparing for. Shelter In Place:  In this scenario the electrical power … Read entire article »

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Survival Skills —Chapter Two

Survival Skills —Chapter Two

Authors Note: This is chapter two of a two part series.  If you have not read part one, (posted on December 8th), I recommend you spend a moment reading that first.  As I look at survival skills for various emergency situations we are preparing for I want to break the skills assesment into three categories.  1…Shelter in Place and Wilderness Skills   2…Shelter in Place Support  3…Wilderness Support  Shelter in Place and Wilderness Skills:     Physical Skills:  In this category you would want to identify skills that … Read entire article »

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The Day the Dollar Dies

The Day the Dollar Dies

A video worth every minute for you to watch…. The Day The Dollar Dies I would be of the mind this will happen sooner….. If this is not enough for you today…Here is a video even more alarming and hardcore on the facts we face… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQv-sdMCClQ God Bless You.. God Bless America … Read entire article »

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The Calm before the Storm!

The Calm before the Storm!

One of my favorite movies was the Return of the King.  A scene had Gandalf standing and peering over the horizon to the east, and Pippin said “it is so calm”.  Gandalf replies, “this is the calm before the storm!”.  Suddenly a tremendous thunder clap was heard, and a bolt of lightening went up from a mountain into the sky, turning the sky black.  The message I want to give today is eerily similar to that … Read entire article »

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A Survivors Map

A Survivors Map

Today I want to talk about having a map.  A simple one page fold up map of where you live.  These used to be popular before the Internet changed the way we navigate and search.  The Survivors Map should have: About a 20 mile radius from your house..give or take All named roads Locations of creeks, ponds, bodies of water Hiking and biking trails Regional and local parks Names of significant buildings, structures, federal and state buildings Rail-road lines A map scale and a north indicator A legend … Read entire article »

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The Survival Vest

The Survival Vest

By: Chris Mosser Faith & Survival         December 13th, 2010 What is a survival vest? Why do I need one? Can I go purchase one at a Wal-mart?  These and many more tidbits of knowledge I will cover in this article.  I understand this is not a topic that will hold every one’s interest, some people might have read the title and moved on already, so I am not going to attempt much levity here.  What I am going to … Read entire article »

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