Saturday, February 26, 2011
Around the House
There are many things around the house that you should consider taking with you if you need to leave.You should make a list of these items ,so when you need to leave you can check them off your list. Your bicycle ,wagon,and hand tools should be on the list.Large plastic garbage bags,silk stockings,rubber bands,paper clips and house hold scissors can have many different uses in a emergency situation. Sit with your family and brainstorm about the items that may be needed,talk to other families that store and get ideas from them,you can never have to many ideas.Spend one day a month learning with and teaching survival skills to your family.Practice the skills you have learned,have a competition and see who can start a fire without matches the fastest.
Information Please
There is a ton of information on the internet about survival and food storage. The problem is that the internet may not be working when you need the information.You should print information you want and create a family preparedness note book.
TIPS,,,
UTAH STATE U
ABOUT--- great search site
SURVIVAL INFO---THIS IS A GREAT SITE
Wilderness survival guide
shelter
mother earth news
preppers
Survivalism Lite
They call themselves 'preppers.' They are regular people with homes and families. But like the survivalists that came before them, they're preparing for the worst.
big list
survival college
TIPS,,,
UTAH STATE U
ABOUT--- great search site
SURVIVAL INFO---THIS IS A GREAT SITE
Wilderness survival guide
shelter
mother earth news
preppers
Survivalism Lite
They call themselves 'preppers.' They are regular people with homes and families. But like the survivalists that came before them, they're preparing for the worst.
big list
survival college
Soul Food
a point of view
Joseph Smith
Nothing is so much calculated to lead people to forsake sin as to take them by the hand, and watch over them with tenderness. When persons manifest the least kindness and love to me, O what power it has over my mind, while the opposite course has a tendency to harrow up all the harsh feelings and depress the human mind.
Brigham Young
President Brigham Young saw the need for charity, “the pure love of Christ,” to smooth the path of life. His actions toward Lucy Groves are an example of his kindness and service to others: On the westward trek, Lucy fell under the wheel of the family wagon, breaking her leg and several ribs. President Young set the broken leg and gave her a blessing. A few days later Lucy’s daughter stumbled over the leg and broke it a second time. In agony at every step the oxen took, Lucy asked her husband to pull out of the wagon train and let the others go on without them. President Young declared he would not leave them at the side of the road in dangerous territory. He instructed several men to cut the legs off Lucy’s poster bed and suspend the frame from the wagon bows so the mattress and springs would swing easily, like a hammock. President Young then renewed his blessing to Lucy and rode by her side for several days to make sure she had no further trouble. “With his gentle kind manner,” wrote Lucy’s grandson, “he won the love of Lucy and her posterity forever” (HRF, 157–58) as you do unto others
David O. McKay
"Let my assure you, Brethren, that some day you will have a personal Priesthood interview with the Savior, Himself. If you are interested, I will tell you the order in which He will ask you to account for your earthly responsibilities.
First, He will request an accountability report about your relationship with your wife. Have you actively been engaged in making her happy and ensuring that her needs have been met as an individual?
Second, He will want an accountability report about each of your children individually. He will not attempt to have this for simply a family stewardship but will request information about your relationship to each and every child.
Third, He will want to know what you personally have done with the talents you were given in the pre-existence.
Fourth, He will want a summary of your activity in your church assignments. He will not be necessarily interested in what assignments you have had, for in his eyes the home teacher and a mission president are probably equals, but He will request a summary of how you have been of service to your fellowmen in your Church assignments.
Fifth, He will have no interest in how you earned your living, but if you were honest in all your dealings.
Sixth, He will ask for an accountability on what you have done to contribute in a positive manner to your community, state, country, and the world."
— David O. McKay
Spencer W. Kimball
We must be trained to clarify minds, heal broken hearts, and create homes where sunshine will make an environment in which mental and spiritual health may be nurtured. Our schooling must not only teach us how to bridge the Niagara River gorge, or the Golden Gate, but must teach us how to bridge the deep gaps of misunderstanding and hate and discord in the world." — Spencer W. Kimball
Joseph Smith
Nothing is so much calculated to lead people to forsake sin as to take them by the hand, and watch over them with tenderness. When persons manifest the least kindness and love to me, O what power it has over my mind, while the opposite course has a tendency to harrow up all the harsh feelings and depress the human mind.
Brigham Young
President Brigham Young saw the need for charity, “the pure love of Christ,” to smooth the path of life. His actions toward Lucy Groves are an example of his kindness and service to others: On the westward trek, Lucy fell under the wheel of the family wagon, breaking her leg and several ribs. President Young set the broken leg and gave her a blessing. A few days later Lucy’s daughter stumbled over the leg and broke it a second time. In agony at every step the oxen took, Lucy asked her husband to pull out of the wagon train and let the others go on without them. President Young declared he would not leave them at the side of the road in dangerous territory. He instructed several men to cut the legs off Lucy’s poster bed and suspend the frame from the wagon bows so the mattress and springs would swing easily, like a hammock. President Young then renewed his blessing to Lucy and rode by her side for several days to make sure she had no further trouble. “With his gentle kind manner,” wrote Lucy’s grandson, “he won the love of Lucy and her posterity forever” (HRF, 157–58) as you do unto others
David O. McKay
"Let my assure you, Brethren, that some day you will have a personal Priesthood interview with the Savior, Himself. If you are interested, I will tell you the order in which He will ask you to account for your earthly responsibilities.
First, He will request an accountability report about your relationship with your wife. Have you actively been engaged in making her happy and ensuring that her needs have been met as an individual?
Second, He will want an accountability report about each of your children individually. He will not attempt to have this for simply a family stewardship but will request information about your relationship to each and every child.
Third, He will want to know what you personally have done with the talents you were given in the pre-existence.
Fourth, He will want a summary of your activity in your church assignments. He will not be necessarily interested in what assignments you have had, for in his eyes the home teacher and a mission president are probably equals, but He will request a summary of how you have been of service to your fellowmen in your Church assignments.
Fifth, He will have no interest in how you earned your living, but if you were honest in all your dealings.
Sixth, He will ask for an accountability on what you have done to contribute in a positive manner to your community, state, country, and the world."
— David O. McKay
Spencer W. Kimball
We must be trained to clarify minds, heal broken hearts, and create homes where sunshine will make an environment in which mental and spiritual health may be nurtured. Our schooling must not only teach us how to bridge the Niagara River gorge, or the Golden Gate, but must teach us how to bridge the deep gaps of misunderstanding and hate and discord in the world." — Spencer W. Kimball
Friday, February 25, 2011
Home made survival kit
survival kit
Creating a homemade survival kit is an affordable alternative to purchasing a pre-made kit. Making your own kit allows you to choose the items that you or your family may want or need. Creating your own kit allows for flexibility in the amount of items and type of items that you include.
Backpacks with many pockets are excellent to use as a disaster survival kit. In the event of a disaster, this design allows you to grab the kit as you head out the door. Since you wear this type of bag on your back, you will have the use of both hands. Small, wheeled luggage is also a good choice when making your own homemade survival kit.The most important item in your kit will be an action plan,sit with the family and write down the things that will help you when you are to scared to think.When my family traveled we would pick a place to meet if we got separated . The plan you make now can save you latter.
THINGS TO CONSIDER FOR YOUR KIT
1.SPACE BLANKET,,,BLANKET
2.FIRST AID,,,1ST AID SUPPLY
You probably already have the basic items needed to make a first aid kit in your medicine cabinet. Bandaids, gauze pads, medical tape, antibacterial ointment and hand soap are the first items needed. You will also want a pair of sharp scissors, tweezers and a magnifying glass in your homemade survival kit.
3.WATER,,,TABLET
Water purification tablets such as the Katadyn Micropur will allow you to provide safe water without having to store or carry it. A water filter bottle should also be carried in each grab-n-go bag.
4.FOOD,,,MRE
Ready to eat foods are a necessity for every survival kit. MRE’s (meals ready to eat) provide complete nutrition. Dried fruits, nuts, peanut butter crackers and protein bars are also high calorie foods that pack well. Instant oatmeal, grits and soup that can be prepared with hot water pack and store well. Mountain House freeze-dried meals are lightweight, take up very little room in your kit and will last for years.
5.LIGHT,,,RADIO,,,LIGHT
Experts agree that any type of disaster kit should contain all the necessities for three days. You need to include food, water, clothing and a first aid kit. You definitely want to include a flashlight with at least one extra set of batteries, or a hand-cranked flashlight/radio combo; a radio is a helpful item that allows you to head weather alerts or news bulletins.
6.PERSONAL ITEMS
In addition to one complete change of clothing, you should pack additional socks. Sturdy shoes, a hat, and gloves must be included. Ideally, each member of the family should have their own survival kit. Including a few small toys, a book, or a comfort item in a child‘s kit can help reduce anxiety during an emergency.
7.IMPORTANT PAPERS
During an emergency important papers and documents are often overlooked. Make copies of important documents such as deeds, birth certificates, driver’s licenses and immunization cards for everyone. Place these papers in a doubled Ziploc bag for protection from the elements and place in an inner pocket of your kit, along with a duplicate credit or debit card and some cash.
These sites are intended for you to find products,they may not have the best price,after finding what you want,use your search engine to fint the best price.Remember the lowest price is not the best price when buying something that can save your life ,quality is also important,you do not want a knife that will break the first time you use it.,
8.TOOLS,,,paracord,,,multi tool,,,compass,,,fire,,,knife,ax,shovel,,,cable ties,,,sling shot,,,saw,,,Machete,,,wire saw,,,cart
9.STUFF ----
fish line and hooks,mirror,magnifying glass,pocket knives for everyone,glow sticks,whistle,sheets of plastic and zip lock bags,flash light,dust mask,heavy duty gloves,survival book or boy scout book,duct tape, nylon string,Emergency Poncho see amazon,Safety Goggles,needles and thread,Emergency Mylar Survival Sleeping Bags see amazon,permanent marker,Mini-Binoculars,silk stockings-many uses,large plastic trash bags,,,,,,medical needs must be considered,who in the family has special needs,
10.AMAZON---search sports and outdoor -----survival ,,,good price on a lot of items
When you find an item you want,then do a Google ,Yahoo,Amazon,or Ebay search to find the best price.
11.DAY KIT
For a day trip into the woods you should have a day kit.
Your kit should, as a minimum have the following items packed in it, or you should carry them on yourself,
A quality penknife or jack knife
plastic freezer bags
A compass
Water proof matches
Flint and steel or a metal match
Water purification tables
A long strip of heavy-duty aluminum foil folded up to cook with
Fishing kit, i.e., hooks, sinkers, and some line. Nothing fancy.
Commercial back packing first aid kit (with instructions). I carry a small first aid kit (I have placed a small hotel size bar of soap inside my kit).
One small pack of gum and one pack of hard candy (energy)
Casualty Blanket, sometimes called a thermal blanket
Instant powder broth, beef or chicken, four servings total
Survival Whistle, small, made of plastic and with a lanyard
Any prescription medications you might need or other components you feel you have to have along. Have fun be safe.
Creating a homemade survival kit is an affordable alternative to purchasing a pre-made kit. Making your own kit allows you to choose the items that you or your family may want or need. Creating your own kit allows for flexibility in the amount of items and type of items that you include.
Backpacks with many pockets are excellent to use as a disaster survival kit. In the event of a disaster, this design allows you to grab the kit as you head out the door. Since you wear this type of bag on your back, you will have the use of both hands. Small, wheeled luggage is also a good choice when making your own homemade survival kit.The most important item in your kit will be an action plan,sit with the family and write down the things that will help you when you are to scared to think.When my family traveled we would pick a place to meet if we got separated . The plan you make now can save you latter.
THINGS TO CONSIDER FOR YOUR KIT
1.SPACE BLANKET,,,BLANKET
2.FIRST AID,,,1ST AID SUPPLY
You probably already have the basic items needed to make a first aid kit in your medicine cabinet. Bandaids, gauze pads, medical tape, antibacterial ointment and hand soap are the first items needed. You will also want a pair of sharp scissors, tweezers and a magnifying glass in your homemade survival kit.
3.WATER,,,TABLET
Water purification tablets such as the Katadyn Micropur will allow you to provide safe water without having to store or carry it. A water filter bottle should also be carried in each grab-n-go bag.
4.FOOD,,,MRE
Ready to eat foods are a necessity for every survival kit. MRE’s (meals ready to eat) provide complete nutrition. Dried fruits, nuts, peanut butter crackers and protein bars are also high calorie foods that pack well. Instant oatmeal, grits and soup that can be prepared with hot water pack and store well. Mountain House freeze-dried meals are lightweight, take up very little room in your kit and will last for years.
5.LIGHT,,,RADIO,,,LIGHT
Experts agree that any type of disaster kit should contain all the necessities for three days. You need to include food, water, clothing and a first aid kit. You definitely want to include a flashlight with at least one extra set of batteries, or a hand-cranked flashlight/radio combo; a radio is a helpful item that allows you to head weather alerts or news bulletins.
6.PERSONAL ITEMS
In addition to one complete change of clothing, you should pack additional socks. Sturdy shoes, a hat, and gloves must be included. Ideally, each member of the family should have their own survival kit. Including a few small toys, a book, or a comfort item in a child‘s kit can help reduce anxiety during an emergency.
7.IMPORTANT PAPERS
During an emergency important papers and documents are often overlooked. Make copies of important documents such as deeds, birth certificates, driver’s licenses and immunization cards for everyone. Place these papers in a doubled Ziploc bag for protection from the elements and place in an inner pocket of your kit, along with a duplicate credit or debit card and some cash.
These sites are intended for you to find products,they may not have the best price,after finding what you want,use your search engine to fint the best price.Remember the lowest price is not the best price when buying something that can save your life ,quality is also important,you do not want a knife that will break the first time you use it.,
8.TOOLS,,,paracord,,,multi tool,,,compass,,,fire,,,knife,ax,shovel,,,cable ties,,,sling shot,,,saw,,,Machete,,,wire saw,,,cart
9.STUFF ----
fish line and hooks,mirror,magnifying glass,pocket knives for everyone,glow sticks,whistle,sheets of plastic and zip lock bags,flash light,dust mask,heavy duty gloves,survival book or boy scout book,duct tape, nylon string,Emergency Poncho see amazon,Safety Goggles,needles and thread,Emergency Mylar Survival Sleeping Bags see amazon,permanent marker,Mini-Binoculars,silk stockings-many uses,large plastic trash bags,,,,,,medical needs must be considered,who in the family has special needs,
10.AMAZON---search sports and outdoor -----survival ,,,good price on a lot of items
When you find an item you want,then do a Google ,Yahoo,Amazon,or Ebay search to find the best price.
11.DAY KIT
For a day trip into the woods you should have a day kit.
Your kit should, as a minimum have the following items packed in it, or you should carry them on yourself,
A quality penknife or jack knife
plastic freezer bags
A compass
Water proof matches
Flint and steel or a metal match
Water purification tables
A long strip of heavy-duty aluminum foil folded up to cook with
Fishing kit, i.e., hooks, sinkers, and some line. Nothing fancy.
Commercial back packing first aid kit (with instructions). I carry a small first aid kit (I have placed a small hotel size bar of soap inside my kit).
One small pack of gum and one pack of hard candy (energy)
Casualty Blanket, sometimes called a thermal blanket
Instant powder broth, beef or chicken, four servings total
Survival Whistle, small, made of plastic and with a lanyard
Any prescription medications you might need or other components you feel you have to have along. Have fun be safe.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Wisdom
The shelf life of Spam, as indicated by the Hormel website, is "indefinate". It also states that spam will be safe to eat a lot longer than the Enjoy By date, although the flavor will decrease over time.
Spam is part of my survival kit...remember store what you will eat, and eat what you store and create a calender to assist you in rotating your food. Mark a purchase date on all your cans.
Val Flores "Store what your family will eat and rotate your food.....use your storage and replace what you use. You do not want to get sick by eating something your body is not use to....done that!"
Spam is part of my survival kit...remember store what you will eat, and eat what you store and create a calender to assist you in rotating your food. Mark a purchase date on all your cans.
Val Flores "Store what your family will eat and rotate your food.....use your storage and replace what you use. You do not want to get sick by eating something your body is not use to....done that!"
Survival Information and Tools
These sites are intended as idea sites ,use the information you find to locate the best price for the things you will need
quakekare
survivaltopics
wildwoodsurvival
first-aid
fema
ready
tools
storage basics
multitool
pedal power
todaysoxcart
the Fema.gov site is very good and they are not trying to sell you anything.
quakekare
survivaltopics
wildwoodsurvival
first-aid
fema
ready
tools
storage basics
multitool
pedal power
todaysoxcart
the Fema.gov site is very good and they are not trying to sell you anything.
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