Yes

by Nanette Piotrowski

Created on: September 24, 2011

Imagine if you will that the unimaginable happens. Whether it is a meteor strike, massive earthquake destruction around the globe or a brilliant computer hacker that has infiltrated every major system and shut them down.

Could you cope? Think of the long-term possibilities. There would be massive runs on every grocery store, gas station, and every major retail chain like Walmart, Target, K-mart, Dollar General etc., from people trying to grab any supplies possible. What happens when you run out of those supplies?

Sure the government may be able to help temporarily and the Red Cross and similar organizations will be able to help until their supplies are gone too. But then what? Are you going to be able to take care of your family or yourself and survive?

Most people can't even fathom that any of these scenarios could possibly take place or that all their creature comforts could be gone in the blink of an eye. These same people can't even imagine being without their cell phone, car or Tv. But that will happen and those things won't mean anything.

So if you've never had to be in survivalist mode, what can or should you do? What type of survival skills do you need to have.

Preparation

First of all, you should already have had some type of emergency plan in place. As in the case of evacuation for tornadoes or hurricanes, you should already have: clothing, food, water, flashlights, medical kit and medicines in a particular, easy to locate area. This will hold you temporarily; but then what?

Fishing - Hunting - Camping

If you have never fished or hunted for game, you either need to learn or you better know someone who does. Without access to some type of food, you will starve to death.

Remember, times will be dangerous and if you think you can stay in your home and be safe, you are wrong. Desperate people will break into your home to take whatever they can to enable themselves to survive.

If you are afraid of guns, you either need to get over it or you better learn how to use a bow and arrow. Either may save your life against all predators; including other human beings. Heading for the hills, so to speak with camping gear, fishing poles and a gun, may be your only chance of making it.

Foods

Knowing what foods you can eat safely is important. Nuts, berries, plants and animals will make a difference. Whether you read up on it or carry a complete book with you will prevent serious errors. Some plants and berries are poisonous, whereas some can be used for medicinal purposes.

In the case of medicines, sooner or later you may run out of your supply and knowing what foods, plants or berries can be made as substitutes may save your life. A book on holistic medicines and/or plants will be beneficial.

Shelter

Camping gear may be fine for awhile, but sooner or later weather and exposure (snow, ice, heavy rains) will become an important factor. Unless you have a vacation cabin in the woods, you will either need to build one or you need to find a cave. Sounds crazy doesn't it. Modern 21st century man living in a cave? If it worked for the original caveman, it will work for you.

If you took the advice and headed for the hills, you will have ample wood to cook with, and you will find ample streams, rivers and lakes to fish from as well as plenty of game; squirrels, rabbits, deer, elk, beaver. Caves can be found in most hills and mountains. In some cases you will find ponds or waterfalls within the cave. The skins of the animals will also provide you with clothing and can be used as blankets.

Everything you need to survive is available if you have the knowledge. Do ordinary people need survival skills? If you don't, you are dead. Expand your knowledge and think outside the box. Be prepared as you never know when you will need those skills. You may not be able to depend on someone since it will be the survival of the fittest.

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