Day: March 11, 2010

Notes from JWR:

I will be interviewed by George Noory tonight (March 11th) at 10 p.m. Pacific Time on the Coast-to-Coast AM show. The syndicated show is heard on more than 520 AM stations as well as XM/Sirius Channel 165. This interview will be about my book “How to Survive the End of the World as We Know It: Tactics, Techniques, and Technologies for Uncertain Times”. The conversation is scheduled to be a two hours long, so we’ll be able to cover some preparedness topics in considerable detail. — I just noticed that we hit the milestone of 18 million unique visits. Thanks …


Home Childbirth from a Prepper’s Point of View, by Ranger Squirrel

I’ll discuss bringing someone into the world the old-fashioned way. I realize that as a man I may not be considered by some readers to be the most qualified person to write this post – but hear me out.  I have four kids, all four of which I’ve helped to deliver, the last two of which were done at home, three of which were assisted by midwives, and one of which was done without any assistance at all.  I’ve also had EMT training, including classes on emergency childbirth.  Nothing in this article, however, is medical advice.  If you need medical assistance, you …


Some Needful Things

I’m often asked by my consulting clients about my specific gear recommendations. I’ve noticed that I repeat mentioning a lot of these, so to save time in my subsequent consulting calls, I’m posting the following list (in no particular order): Gamma Seal Bucket Lids. We use these constantly with our bulk storage wheat. rice and beans. K & M Industries waterproof match cases. The best, made by a Mom & Pop business Gerber Omnivore LED Flashlights. These can use AAA, AA, or CR-123 batteries. Sadly, they’re made in Mainland China. Maxpedition gear bags. Incredibly tough and well-made. Dakota Alert infrared …


Letter Re: Sanitation–It Takes Picks and Shovels

Hi James, Since I returned from Haiti, I have given a lot of thought about the field sanitation problems that would occur when the Golden Horde after a disaster starts entering an area to set up camps. I live in a pretty remote area that would be attractive to people leaving larger communities. This area is one where hunting and winter snowmobiling is popular. What can be envisioned is people who can make it this far, who are familiar with the few water resources, and the limited game would probably wind up. There is also a national wildlife preserve nearby …


Economics and Investing:

Paul W. mentioned an insightful article by Janet Tavakoli: Washington Must Ban U.S. Credit Derivatives as Traders Demand Gold. (Long-time SurvivalBlog readers are already familiar with my strong warnings about the derivatives time bomb. Newbies, please take a look.) Eric S. suggested this piece by Chris Nelder: Peak Oil Demand Is Coming, But Here’s Why It’s Not Good News Reader David D. spotted this Wall Street Journal article: Commercial Real Estate Owners Beginning To Walk Away From Properties Items from The Economatrix: Job Openings Up Sharply in January to 2.7 Million Failed Banks May Get Pension-Fund Backing as FDIC Seeks …


Odds ‘n Sods:

Mark P. spotted this: For Pennies, a Disposable Toilet That Could Help Grow Crops.    o o o There are now just a few days left in the Ready Made Resources 25% off sale on Mountain House freeze dried foods in #10 cans. They are offering free shipping on full case lots. These foods are delicious, compact, and have a 30 year shelf life. Order soon!    o o o Two news items about Nanny State Britannia: Countryside ban for children because mums cannot read maps and hate mud, and Britain May Force Owners to Microchip Dogs to Curb ‘Weapon’ …