Don't make a mistake with your survival gear

Shellie · 09-19-2008, 01:59 AM

I know we are not supposed to get stuck in just "survival" mode.. I like to think we need to remain in "thrive" mode. But I see a lot of people are making the same CRITICAL mistakes in their preparedness.

First of all, NEVER buy pre-packaged ANYTHING. Not your first aid gear, not kits, and CERTAINLY NOT YOUR BULK FOOD. One rotten apple spoils the rest- or, one infested bag of cereals can ruin 50 pounds or more worth. Go out and buy the pieces that YOU need in YOUR situation. That is the only way you are going to ensure quality, reliability, and relevance. It will also make you more familiar with your gear and the multiple ways things can be used. Google reviews of products you are looking to purchase.

I highly recommend this website www.survivaltopics.com, and this guy links to another really great video series made by a guy in Sweden at www.bushcraft.se. If you are in the city and think you may have to head for the hills for any reason, this is great advice.

09-19-2008, 01:59 AM	#1
Shellie Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 267	Don't make a mistake with your survival gear I know we are not supposed to get stuck in just "survival" mode.. I like to think we need to remain in "thrive" mode. But I see a lot of people are making the same CRITICAL mistakes in their preparedness. First of all, NEVER buy pre-packaged ANYTHING. Not your first aid gear, not kits, and CERTAINLY NOT YOUR BULK FOOD. One rotten apple spoils the rest- or, one infested bag of cereals can ruin 50 pounds or more worth. Go out and buy the pieces that YOU need in YOUR situation. That is the only way you are going to ensure quality, reliability, and relevance. It will also make you more familiar with your gear and the multiple ways things can be used. Google reviews of products you are looking to purchase. I highly recommend this website www.survivaltopics.com, and this guy links to another really great video series made by a guy in Sweden at www.bushcraft.se. If you are in the city and think you may have to head for the hills for any reason, this is great advice. Last edited by Shellie; 10-03-2008 at 02:20 AM.