Inconvenient Truths about SHTF

[@haywoodjablome236]

Being aware of peoples behavior during rule of law should be an inicator of what kind of savages many wiil become without such rules.

[@speedyd8150]

If they're getting welfare, EBT, free housing, cell phones, medical, cash and they're still robbing people to get free shiet, they will most definitely kill us for half a candy bar in a shtf situation. Look at how they get together to swarm big stores so they can steal shit they don't need. Imagine 40 of them swarming your house to take what you have so they don't starve to death. They'll most likely torture us as well. For no other reason then our skin color or because we're better prepared. They'll convince themselves that it's unfair they got free shit and didn't save any of it whereas we worked hard and saved enough food/water to get by for a while. As crappy as it sounds just know that they'll go after the weak links first. Those weak links are the Whyte liberals that voted for this communist utopia. I hate violence but I'll get some satisfaction knowing that the last thing a lot of these liberals will see is a horde of joggers kicking their door in and doing God knows what. They probably even think if they yell "I'm on your side" they'll let them live. After all, they they're just getting the results they voted for.

[@CherylMartin-i4j]

And when we see how some areas have become… before it even gets bad… we’ll, it’s kind of scary!

[@patriotcountry4716]

We already have plenty of savages and yes more people will become one. TRUST NO ONE That includes leftist family members. Some people don't understand that they'll have to watch, keep a eye on family members with big hearts. Those family members can get you killed in a shtf situation because they tend to fall for sad stories and will easily trust people they shouldn't.

[@CraftEccentricity]

If you live near a prison, a military base, or police station, you're in trouble. They have the aggression, skills, and weapons that many don't have.

[@BJGober]

I have a tractor and lots of ammo.

[@parler8698]

Minor dental repair kits may be needed during a crisis. Tooth pain is no joke.

[@bleubell7308]

And throw in a bottle of vodka incase of a diy tooth extraction! Dental emergencies make me the most anxious

[@jackbean7195]

I have dentures. LOL 😂

[@honeybee2356]

Benzocaine

[@thomasstahley7795]

Sissies

[@jeffmccain9204]

Clean, unrusted pliers..

[@juhegama64]

I was a police officer in the Nashville area when the bombing of the AT&T building. The 911 system failed. Dispatch could see who called but they could not talk to them. We spent the entire day responding to 911 calls from citizens that were just "scared". We had to respond to every call since dispatch did not have a way to know what the problem was. Every citizen that I spoke with was scared, confused and totally lost.

[@patriotpop2436]

Most failures are good learning experiences. Has that failure been addressed so there will not be a repeat malfunction? It may be as simple as to advise folks to have an emergency radio for general information. It may be to inform folks to have the police ban on their cellphone. Hopefully everyone doesn’t have AT&T cellphone service. It may be good to have a system similar to a neighborhood watch program except it will be a neighborhood call/community program. Stop your vehicle if the street and announce over the squawk box, all those who heat this message please come out for a community update. Have an emergency tv broadcast explaining the situation. Repeat this his procedure up and down the roads. The first rule of order in any emergency, this will be difficult for those who have never encountered a real emergency, IS DON’T PANIC until the situation is controlled or over, then they can panic. You can bet the public, especially those who called appreciate your dedication to responding to calls. Schools is always in session.

[@charlesshropshire3696]

It was shut off for a reason.!!and your seeing it at the border.Wait till you get the next round of government help.

[@ronalddaub5008]

Check out the dandelion roots that we mowed over four years some of them are big they never got killed make good medicine

[@eternaladventure-wm5fn]

You should probably stay away from this page…

[@ronalddaub5008]

People got by with outhouses made by the WPA still working Just use Lyme Oh,🤔, I know this WOULD NOT MEET CURRENT CITY AND MUNICIPAL CODES NOW. but they WORKED!

[@gailoreilly1516]

I have had multiple personal SHTF situations due to snow, ice, flood, serious arthritis, viruses. I'm also 68. Everything that I have prepped for I have used (not used up) one way or another. My garden has been tilled and a new raised bed and one kiddie pool planted. It took me a while to dig a few holes for my blueberry/blackberry plants. I had to hire someone to dig the holes for 2 new fruit trees since I live on a rock pile. I home can everything I can afford. Antibiotics...a few car parts, back up heat. This didn't happen overnight. I have been working on my supplies for two years. Defense? 110 pound dog and projectiles. Three years ago I would never have believed what I could accomplish. I am not rich, I watch the sales, don't spend money on unnecessary items.

[@BDAILY365]

I wouldn't worry too much. I've seen enough in life with people getting sick, accidents, deaths, etc...We are all going to go one way or another. With the numerous crises, SHTF and deaths with people at work (healthcare/hospital/clinics/community level, all preps are not used much, unused, damaged, lost/stolen...etc....not worth the stress/years building up. I'd just be kind/giving to everyone around, especially my love ones. Those people are the ones that will help you when SHTF. All other preps are really not needed. Focus on living a happy/short life, with love ones, and ready to go whenever God calls.

[@sixoffive]

@@BDAILY365Hey, that is really nice. We do tend to lose track of now and the people we love. The things that are really important.

[@debbiec6216]

that's what everyone needs to do, don't spend unless it's important.

[@patcarrelle3852]

​@@BDAILY365what? I see you are one of the ones that would be voluntarily checking out if anything happened. Guess all you need is a derringer and a single round for your preps. Prepping isn't stressful, matter of fact it's the exact opposite.

[@grandpajoneshomestead6903]

I am also 68 and I will survive whatever is thrown my way or at me. You sound like you are on top of the troubles that may come in the future. I hope you have some fences up and gates that you can lock.

[@pedrowhack-a-mole6786]

We've already had a taste of what minor supply chain disruptions are like, imagine if everything runs out! When a scratch or cut getting infected or an abscessed tooth can kill you and basic hygiene becomes a matter of life and death, a person who knows how to make soap, pull a tooth, or medicinal herbs will be worth more than all the lawyers and bankers in the world. People with professions, abilities, knowledge, and even hobbies that translate into, or are themselves useful skills in a post-consumer, post-industrial world will always find a place.

[@haywoodjablome236]

Antibiotics are available from jase medical or contingency medical. 270 dollars for some peace of mind.

[@yorktown1953]

See KZbin video One Year in Hell

[@mikerossman9863]

I’m no dentist but I’ve pulled dozens of teeth, a cinch not on some 50# braided fishing line and a good pull will just about get it on the first try, count to 3…..1,2,4 and pull hard. Then have them wash it out it peroxide and spit it out.

[@samanthawatchman888]

What's coming ...this short emergency warning being broadcast. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3rZo5aDr9t_opo

[@AdonnaPrice]

​@@mikerossman9863and a fifth of whiskey..molars too..

[@FINALYFREE59]

I was so worry, not knowing what to do. But I started to be informed.

[@sisleymichael]

I made a still for clean water. I can boil the water with a rocket stove using twigs and small brush. It works. Clean the boiler out regularly and you will be in good shape.

[@pjmccoy4216]

I just built my first rocket heater too. Well, I just finished my final build. I had to do alot of modifications. Either way, this was a good video

[@granthill2980]

You will be boiling water 24/7! Get a Berkey water filter. Your time is going to be a factor too. If you do boil water, you will need bleach too after it cools down.

[@eledhwenmare2403]

What a great idea. (Heads to the hardware store).

[@CherylMartin-i4j]

Nice!

[@catitude4]

I have one too.

[@rob7710]

I'm 56. 30 years of installing flooring has my body worn out but I'm walking every day and prepping everything I can think of. So thank you for the information.

[@okchawk2k]

@Rob, Thank you for all the floors you installed over those 30 years. I'm sure there are a lot of people out there that built families on the floors you labored over.

[@melincognito1938]

Me too .worn out from construction jobs. It's painfull. I'm in my sixties

[@averteddisasterbarely2339]

40 years for me ! Just not carpet, that well destroy you pretty fast. Do you have a freeze dryer? I have a huge supply of ready made meals ( 20+ years shelf life) they are expensive but to have years of food put away makes the price paid worth it !!

[@jsims563]

Same here.

[@deadmanswife3625]

@@Operator_68 or slowed it down and eaten brown rice and beans

[@thegoodguy729]

I’m old and have many health problems, but I am listening and acting on solid advice like this. 👍

[@11B30Inf]

I wish they talk about how Seniors can survive if SHTF scenario. For I am 70 years old and want to survive the best way I can as a Senior.

[@MH85718]

@@11B30Inf Maybe us seniors need to band together, assuming we live close to other senior preppers

[@lyngruen8607]

I live in a "senior" apt bldg and these people HAVE NO CLUE and I don't trust them. I have no family so am on my own. Most friends are waiting for Trump to save them. I've prepared and prepoed.....now I'm trusting God to continue to direct my path. Stay well and be safe 🙏 ❤️ Texas Nana 🤠 Psalm 91

[@patriotpop2436]

@@11B30Inf 11B? Thank you. 75th Rangers here. I’m 73 pushing hard on 74. I’ve been prepping for several years, but age issues are becoming more relevant. We are in a remote area with few neighbors, but we help each other. Two neighbors are Vietnam veterans, one is a nurse practitioner/ physicians assistant, another a preacher, many chicken houses, and cattle farmers near by. Water is available but not real convenient but I am working on rain catchment system. There are many things seniors can do to prepare and survive. We have to retire from retirement and keep on keeping on. You now cannot quit but do what you can even if it is slow motion.

[@CherylMartin-i4j]

@@patriotpop2436 You are an inspiration! That is awesome you have a small group of people you can count on 🙏🏼

[@Darlin928]

Having been thru 3 major hurricanes in Florida, You can never be too prepared.

[@victoriarose3478]

Optional toilet paper: Buy a few packages of Terry washclothes. Keep a bucket of bleach water in your bathroom to dispose of soiled terry cloth washcloths and let them soak overnight. Wash outside and line dry to reuse over and over.

[@debbiecurtis4021]

In the novel One Second After, and the other 2 books in the trilogy, following an EMP attack, about 90% of the population died within 2 years. This was due to lack of medication, insufficient food supply, and gangs murdering people for supplies, and sometimes killing them for food.

[@embatbr]

Is this series good?

[@GameOfficial483]

You really think 🤔 something like thats gonna happen?

[@timunderbakke8756]

@@embatbr yeah, the series is pretty good. It’s not classic level good but for modern fiction very good. It’s a harsh world though, fair warning

[@LKaramazov]

@@GameOfficial483I could see it easily.

[@timunderbakke8756]

@@GameOfficial483 before this last year I’d have said 1% chance or less. Now? I think it’s more like 10-15% chance. Still unlikely but rapidly becoming more likely. The two powers who could pull it off today are Russia and China. Russia may consider it if our proxy war with them goes too badly for them. China is working on making economic alliances such it may one day soon no longer require us to buy their goods.

[@helenkessler6012]

I have great neighbors (2) yesterday she brought me lunch. The other one brought me CLEANED fish. Yep theyre priceless. I keep them in eggs and veg. Win win.

[@erikhernandez1804]

I Commend You for taking care of Your Parents. I was able to Take care of My Dad up until his last Breath at Age of 85 in his own home . It was My Greatest Memory. Enjoy each opportunity You have with them. You will Miss Them and wish You could get one more opportunity.

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

You are very admirable !

[@lets_eat_food_]

I started prepping in 2020 and in 2022 my dad stole all my money and tried to kill me. I had like 3 hours to escape and I grabbed my stocked up canned food and medicine and ran. I was able to survive on those preps while I worked and got more money/ food/ medicine. I had to buy a new car and now I live in my car and I rely on my sleeping bag I prepped and the car maintenance things I also prepped. I knew this was a possibility but didnt think it would actually happen. I thought my family like grandparents would help me but they're so afraid of him and Im scared for them so I keep my distance. Thankfully my dad is moving out of their neighborhood and then they will be safer.

[@nolashiflett635]

Sad!! Where are the police?

[@KarmicAngel]

OMG how horrible 😢 my son has threatened my life and I stay far away. I'm sorry you had to go thru that

[@bonnieupton4114]

You take care 😮

[@BrianM-44041]

I still need to add a few preps like more solar and hydroelectric, an ammo press and supplies, dig a small pond, etc. Thanks for pointing out some of the less obvious gaps in my preps.

[@eledhwenmare2403]

I visited a nearby city recently. I must have driven for an hour and saw nothing but suburbs horizon to horizon. I can’t imagine how all those people would cope. Worse yet, I can.

[@russpendergraft5057]

I live just outside of a major population area, somewhat in a country setting, my biggest concern is people leaving the heavy populated areas and making it out to where I am! I'm sure it's going to be a very harsh situation! I don't have a reliable neighborhood when it comes to prepared minded people! I keep trying to convince my family members to sell now, and locate much further into a sparsely populated area! Because it won't take but 1 to 2 days on foot for massive amounts of people to flood through my area! This dose not leave me feeling comfortable at all!!! I can only protect just so much .

[@rusted5408]

​@russpendergraft5057 as long as you are prepared to protect what you have and are set up with your Garden and small livestock you'll be fine wherever you are. But I agree the farther out the better you'll be but they also will steal fron those too in time.

[@techblukat8628]

@@rusted5408 there will be no safe place

[@patcarrelle3852]

​@@russpendergraft5057find like minded people, they are out there. Have a plan for closing the roads into your town. All you need is a chainsaw, drop trees across the roads to stop people in vehicles. Learn how to make booby traps and other deterrents to stop them from continuing to your town on foot.

[@patcarrelle3852]

They would rip each other to pieces in no time.

[@jsims563]

Keep your perishables high if theres any chance of flooding. Had 3 foot of water in my house during the last hurricane in Fl. Had to do a lot of work to save most of my stuff from being ruined.

[@politicallyincorrectviking5636]

Been focusing on health this year. I'm down a sizeable amount of weight and putting my time into building a bug out bike. That I ride every night that I can. Been saying yes alot more instead of no when it comes to doing things. Saying no is lazy when it comes to being active. If an emp does strike I want to be able to get around still.

[@debbiec6216]

EMP , you don't want to go out of your home for at least 2 months . If you have a home, you have to cover the pipes that comes out of your roof , windows, doors, etcccc. Because the GAMMA will come inside the home . Oh i know there will be other stuff. There's a couple here on KZbin , who knows all about nuclear , gamma rays , etccc.. They know a man who's an expert of it . I forgotten the name of couple . I need to look them up . they live in Utah . This couple already have their home ready , windows are covered with heavy plastic and all doors are covered too . I seen them in the video.

[@woodsghost9088]

On children: I don't says "hey, there is stuff about to happen, but don't worry, we have preps." I say "hey, we have stuff and practice habits so that if things go sideways, we can deal with the problem." Subtly different. My kids are under age 6, so I think the subtle difference is important.

[@timunderbakke8756]

Absolutely. Tell them you’re just prepared for life’s surprises

[@spockmcoyissmart961]

If I had kids, I wouldn't tell them I'm preppin, because they will talk and then I'd end up with unwanted visitors on my doorstep.

[@Hugh_Manitee]

The most difficult thing to do in a SHTF situation is keeping what you have prepped. DONT TELL ANYONE WHAT YOU HAVE STOCKED, ANYONE! You'll just be setting yourself up as a target for those who havent prepped or just "thought you were crazy".

[@oldmanwinter3597]

Nobody knows that I prep.. But I do.

[@Mojo32]

I believe this also. But unfortunately my wife told people and I got upset but then explained to her.

[@ChadOfAllChads]

Good luck on your own. I know this an older comment sorry about that. Just remember that there's strength and benefit in numbers. If you're a lone wolf you're setting yourself up to fail.

[@Hugh_Manitee]

@@ChadOfAllChads That's true. No one else to keep watch while you sleep.

[@ChadOfAllChads]

@@Hugh_Manitee Or even just watch your back when you need to get water or something. So long as they're trustworthy and good.

[@goingplaces1860]

Spot on video, Don. Mindset is half the battle. Having plans in place are key, but reality will force those to be modified. Remember the acronym PACE. Primary. Alternate. Contingency. Emergency. Plan in depth and be prepared to flex. Being physically, emotionally and spiritually fit is critical. The civilized world we are accustomed to operates on a very thin veneer and that is being torn up now in all aspects of daily life. We need to harden ourselves to that inconvenient truth and plan and act accordingly.

[@nancywest1926]

Gives a new way to think about PACE yourself. Great input, thank you.

[@pjmccoy4216]

Great repky

[@retroactivehistory]

💯

[@orangetruckman]

May I recommend to folks to create a checklist of “things to do” when SHTF. Cause when the situation is happening, we tend to miss steps. When I was without electricity for 2 months (it’s a long story) having a list really helps keep the mind better organized and calm. Having a routine is extremely important to maintaining mental health!!!

[@kelrik9968]

There is a reason professional aviation started mandating checklists for both routine procedures and emergencies a long time ago.

[@BobaFettuccine3541]

I live with a kidney transplant and I will always need my medication, but... I am resolved to survive no matter what. I've seen alot of storms and have used those experiences to strengthen me. The human body can survive almost anything, the mind just needs to believe it. God bless and stay strong 🇺🇸

[@sherinpeas]

Good attitude. MY attitude, lol, is how freaking dare them even make you wonder if you will be allowed life saving medicine. Man oh man. I’m angry for you. Best of luck. ❤

[@BobaFettuccine3541]

@@sherinpeas Thank you. No worries though, God is with me 👍

[@woodsghost9088]

Fundementally, you are RIGHT. And to go with that, depending on your condition, a lot of stuff can be treated naturally with changes in diet and additional food supplements. I don't know your issue so I don't know for sure, but I'm amazed how much is shared by people in the naturalist and herbal worlds.

[@BobaFettuccine3541]

@@woodsghost9088 🙂👍 I'll look into it for sure

[@cherylT321]

Are you stockpiling your meds?

[@thedude828]

I agree people seem to forget about being in good physical condition if you dont have your health all the money in the world means nothing.

[@dog-gone-it5944]

Saw them all coming except the last. I couldn't see eating a dog or cat much less another human. As long as we don't have to deal with someone trying to take our things away from us we have enough put back for years, for us and the animals. We have a homestead that we farm and we have all those things taken care of. The hardest thing I think we will face is other people.

[@bswihart1]

Very sad but true, I fear God and that keeps me in line.

[@BooneGribble]

The Donner Party didnt see themselves eating another human... until they did. Thats why you plan ahead, and prepare. A solid plan, and knowledge can be worth more than a whole stock pile as well.

[@BJGober]

A starving man is the most dangerous thing in the world. Hunger is a big motivator.

[@watchandpray8918]

​@@BJGoberMore dangerous is a parent with starving children.

[@katie7748]

Mothers have sold their children to have money for food. They have also killed their children to eat them. Hunger will drive a person to do the unthinkable. People have died on Black Friday over TVs and toasters...imagine what they'd do to each other if they were starving.

[@donnywilkes6417]

People will adjust and adapt as they always have . The weak and sick of course will die ,some will be bad some will be good. Stay on the side of good and stamp out the bad wherever you find it.

[@Psalm2710_]

100% with gardening, this is my 3rd year and there is ALWAYS some new problem to solve! You have to learn as you go, reading it in a book is great, but you forget alot until you experince it!

[@stevebreedlove9760]

Ive been gardening on and off for almost 15 years and Im still trying to figure it out! 😂

[@eltonron1558]

God bless you. When I discovered I could grow potatoes, I knew starving would not be an issue. The learning curve you mentioned is real.

[@follybeachprepper]

At the grocery store I go to they have a magazine rack with small yellow pages book Every time I go I pick up one for back up toilet paper!!! Stay Safe Everyone 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@josephchirchirillo5826]

Water bottle with a hole in the cap….Bidet for free! Learned this In Saudi Arabia

[@Rixster1217]

Toilet paper tablets - cheap and easy to store, you’ll thank me later.

[@Amber-mv8wz]

One trick for dealing with human waste is simply to dig a post hole as deep as you can make it. Put waste in, add a little lime & cover with a small amount of dirt. Refill the hole in this fashion but plan on filling the last 8 to 12 inches with dirt. If you can smell it add more dirt & lime between layers. It shouldn't stink. Make sure that these holes are on high ground not right next to a water source like a creek or pond.

[@Lawdylawdy651]

Great advice. I seldom hear solutions I haven’t heard before… I even have a pot hole digger 👍

[@davidmcpherson9260]

Buckets, mix with saw dust. Then compost it with yard waste...

[@patcarrelle3852]

55 gallon drums dump waste as saw dust and a little lime continue to layer until full, seal it in a year or less you have good fertilized dirt for your garden.

[@user-il1bv3lc2h]

FYI. There are many large apt complexe near NASA south of Houston TX they are gated and fenced. It seems a good place for people to get together and use some of these ideas.

[@timunderbakke8756]

Missed one thing: spiritual fitness. No matter what happens, or does not happen, in your lifetime, at some point you will die. You need to be OK with that, and you need to be ready to give an account for everything you did. I know where I am going after I die. I’m ok with dying. That doesn’t mean I’ll be stupid, or that I won’t prepare so I can live for as long as I can. But it does mean I will not cross moral boundaries to extend my life for a little while.

[@yourfreedomisanillusion]

Excellent! And sadly the reason our nation and world are in this state; too many have turned away from God. Turn back and follow Jesus Christ!!!

[@deadmanswife3625]

Same here

[@williamarrowsmiith8380]

An all to real inconvenient truth is the FACT that people will become predatory in nature pretty quick. Most people are not prepared or even attempting to prepare for any such SHTF scenario. That said, people like this will get desperate very quickly and will be on the hunt for low hanging fruit such as others who have resources (food, water, shelter, clothing, weapons, etc.). The better prepped you are the better equipped you better be to fortify and defend against predators of all kinds!

[@Darthdoodoo]

My shtf happened last summer i got severely hurt at work and was bed ridden until recently. I can barely walk and i was lucky i had a good bit of canned food and dry stuff like spaghetti cuz i used almost all my backup supplies but i made it thru this horrible time and didn't starve. The best thing I did was to have a few extra buckets of dog food on hand cuz i couldn't get any and they still have to eat

[@BotanicalAngel]

Watching channel like this makes me thinking of the real world 🌍

[@SgtSkrog]

The mental part is actually the hardest part. everything else is just a matter of focus and work. And getting your own mental health is one thing, working on others is hard. That one takes constant work. Due to that, keep on those you want to be around the constant reasoning for self sufficiency. I found that using being self sufficient feels less crazy then prepper to many. Slow work but making progress. Also, for toilet paper, I keep reminding my wife she has a lot of very soft shirts 😉 Prepare like it is 1859 and you will survive.

[@patriotcountry4716]

And when you told her that you should have also said just think sweetie that the shirt of mine you've always hated you'll get to wipe your butt with it. 😅😂 Most if not all men have at least one of those tee shirts,shirts that their wife, girlfriend, family member hates. 😅

[@SgtSkrog]

@@patriotcountry4716 Great point, she has a long list of my shirts she wants to get rid of!

[@patriotcountry4716]

@@SgtSkrog 🤣😂

[@antheredhen]

Shirts, buckets, bleach/pool shock. 😁 Although I'm saving that for when my stock of to is out.

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

Live like your grandparents lived !!

[@mikecaprino2503]

I’m 69 and I train, hike and gym everyday! If I lose it’s not because of my age! I visit my range once a week!

[@Cayuse2009]

I am 67 and in year 8 of dementia. 100% Terminal. No worries about dying. Just trying to set things up for my 5 grandkids. I live way out in the country, in a very cold climate, so not worried about people. Have a lot of firewood put away, chickens big garden etc.

[@nevergiveup-db6fp]

Your not alone 😀🌴🌴🍺🍺

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

Sounds like you’re doing well, keep up the good work !

[@alaysiakayebutler6299]

Bless you. Those little, or young people in my life are who I most want to protect

[@TexasChilliMassacre]

There is no demetia,just a lack of cholesterol.Dementia was created in the 70's when thd pharma mafia told people to reduce their cholesterol.They told people to just eat 1 egg per week and all that bullsh.t. Sientific studies show that cholesterol is not harmfull.

[@johnjanuary2958]

Hopefully the young ones will be ready for then it comes. And follows your advice and lead.

[@jp6993]

I see people who have experienced hurricanes informing others how, what & where to prepare & how this helps to keep calm knowing they won't starve.

[@robhunt-watts8908]

This is probably one of the best Prepper channels on KZbin. At 72 my fitness isn't what it once was. As a former Royal Marine commando, I can and will defend me and mine with lethal force, age not withstanding

[@MagnusDriftRM]

Per mare per Terram

[@WW_SHTFF_WW]

Very late now, we are more or less done for the season. But there still may be a smidgen of time to get a few fruit / nut trees in. And if you missed your chance for 2023, you got 10 months to plan for 2024. You know, even if you got fruit trees...they are not permanent. An orchard is continually losing trees. If you wait to find this out, you will be 5 or 10 years behind from where you could be. If disease or animals don't get your fruit trees, a windstorm may uproot, or lightning may split the tree in two. You have to be proactive and not reactive. In other words, you are never finished with your orchard...you keep planting fruit and nut trees forever and ever...even after you plant the bulk of your orchard and think you are done. There is no time to lose with any of this. Some trees may take a decade to produce meaningfully...and then they die. Try to buy older trees that are more developed. Smallish, bare root trees are the worst to buy if you are in a hurry. You have rust, black knot, borers, rabbits can girdle the trees and deer can get a hard-on for your tree and rub it to death. Squirrels are a massive problem unless you have a large orchard of the same trees that produce at the same time and can feed the squirrels and you. Squirrels can strip your fruit tree of all the fruit before it even ripens! To kill squirrels, forget BB guns...get the green rat poison blocks and zip tie a few of them to the trees. They will decimate the squirrel population for that season and scale it back some for the next as well. I help someone manage a fruit tree orchard and have some fruit tree experience over the last 16 years. I'm no expert by any means, but I have experience with nearly 50 varieties of fruit trees. One Green Gage plum took 12 years to produce a meaningful crop...then it got black knot and was done for. After that, the rest of the 7 varieties of plums ALL got black knot and had to be cut down within 2 years. Wet and humid Z6 is not good for a lot of fruit trees, but it takes time to find out what works best in your zone. Time you don't have. Same thing with an Empire Apple tree. It took over a decade to produce a decent crop. Wonderful apples, then it got a borer and died. A big, beautiful apple tree suddenly loses all its leaves as well as the crop that was set to grow that season. It is heartbreaking. Some trees are labelled wrong and not the right cultivar. Some fruit trees produce low quality fruit...even though the label shows the most delicious looking fruit. A trend lately with our changing climate is some trees are blooming early, then a frost hits and boom...the entire fruit crop is ruined for that season. If you don't grow enough cherries, the birds will strip one or two cherry trees clean before the cherries can ripen. In other words, you have to plant lots of cherry trees that produce at the same time to feed the birds and yourself. One of the best, reliable and heavy producers with fruit trees are the Asian pear trees. Not all varieties are winners, but Olympic aka Korean Giant is good along with Raja Asian pear - they are 2 of the best. I can say that after 16 years of working with 5 varieties of Asian pears. Belle of Georgia is a nice white peach. Red Haven is a great yellow peach. But check the chill hours needed for the peach tree. Some trees only produce crops biennial aka every other year. The way you find that out, many times, is only after a few years of growing. When setting up an orchard you need to plan if you want the crops to come in all at once for making preserves / canning or do you want the fruit crops staggered with early, medium and late harvest varieties. Plus, you may need a pollinator tree to produce a crop for certain trees. If you want to produce a crop into early winter / late fall...get a persimmon tree or 3. Jiro, Nakita's Gift, Hachiya or other varieties. Check out if you need a pollinator. That goes for many other fruit trees. Some are self-pollinating, others are not. And you need to see which trees are appropriate pollinators. One tree won't always pollinate another tree if they bloom too far apart. Lots to think about and no time to waste. Put your gold and silver down for a moment and see what you can be do to produce some food, fondlers. Some of you may not be the right disposition to grow gardens. But most anyone can grow fruit trees. Once trees are established, they generally don't need watering unless it is massive drought. The trees find their own water. But we are talking temperate climates, not the Mojave desert. I gave up my garden after 12 years. To do gardens right you need to be a slave to them. I don't like being a slave to them. But I am successful with fruit trees...as long as you don't not require perfect fruit that needs spraying and chemicals. That is where I draw the line. If a fruit tree can't produce as-is, with only water...then it gets cut down and another tree takes its place. Fruit trees need to be survivalist under my watch, or they will die. I don't fuck around with the trees. Now, if I had unlimited land I would not care, the loafers can stay. But being short on land, no room for leaving loafers around...I cut em down ASAP. In the beginning I would give them years to develop and then cut em down. But as I've said throughout here ...no more time to waste...this is it!

[@debbiecurtis4021]

If you have no drinking water, but can still cook and have canned food, you could survive for a while by adding canned tomatoes to dishes, as the water content is high. Passata and soup are also mostly water.

[@MarkShelby2025]

You can almost get a half glass of water from canned Carrots.

[@humbleevidenceaccepter7712]

Most soups and canned foods are high in salt, which can deplete water. Get "lower sodium" soups and canned foods when available.

[@debbiecurtis4021]

@@humbleevidenceaccepter7712 good idea

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😊 yu should prep lo alcohol beer/lager Coke etc - best to dilute th Coke / canned soft drks with about 30% water

[@alanparadis5061]

Thank you Sootch for the wise words and for sharing this very important topic!

[@russelldavis2476]

Been following your videos for years now. Always good to know information, keep them coming

[@neil2945]

50 lbs of DT for insect control will go a long way (also use a small amount in your stored dry goods) also cheap regular dish soap with a spray bottle will also help your garden

[@DougsterCanada1]

There is so much to cover in these situations, and you did a good job of covering many of them. You touched on human waste, disease, and the like. One thing many will not consider in advance, is what to do with the dead. Thousands of people may perish in one of these unfortunate situations, and depending on your local population density may or may not become a huge issue. Proper burial practices can help stave off much disease, predators, etc. Water supplies must not be allowed to be come toxic. In any case, death, burial/cremation records should be kept, with the hope that the situation is not permanent. One thing I have done is buy used fishing gear and crab traps as they become available, not so much for me, but rather unfortunates that come across my place. Also I have solar showers, and laundry soap stocked up for use with a 5 gallon pail and plunger. I also have some solar capable of recharging phones, and MP3 players. A hot shower, clean clothes, some fish or fowl, and some tunes will go a long way to keeping a positive outlook, as things (ideally) improve. I am glad I was able to move to an island approximately 30 miles to sea, into a rural community of perhaps 1,500. We have plenty of fresh and salt water. There are deer in the yard, elk, fish, crabs, prawns, geese, ducks, quail, etc. I'm 3/4 a mile from the ocean, 170' in elevation. You had mentioned propane, if you are near water, there are propane powered outboard motors. I've had one, and they work fine. I am looking into an electric bike, and using solar to recharge them.

[@CherylMartin-i4j]

It sounds like heaven! Along with some good old fashioned good for you hard work :) I live in a concrete jungle in commiefornia. I’m in a mobile home complex. There isn’t any actual ground area for burning waste or people! We also don’t have a natural source or fresh water- so I’ll last only as long as my stored water will last. We’re hoping to escape to Texas before SHTF to get a home with a yard! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@juliettebobcat704]

Tending to the dead is a good point. I've dug a grave for a large dog, and it was a lot of work. Plus I was so upset the whole time. It' definitely takes a lot out of you to bury the dead.

[@sixoffive]

@@CherylMartin-i4jI’ve lived in Texas for a long time, now, this period in time remains me of the early eighties. Lots of new apartments being built, lots of out of state license plates. It use to be cheap to live here and I’m sure it’s cheaper than almost anywhere in California. I was about to go on about… Hey, visit several different cities before you make that leap. There is a triangle of cities, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio (and Austin) where most of the population and wealth is concentrated. You’ll be welcomed here, hope it works well for you. FYI, Houston is now number two on the might nuke list after NYC.

[@DougsterCanada1]

@@CherylMartin-i4j Thank you kindly for your reply. Water is a great thing to stock up on. If you have a bathtub, you might consider one of those plastic bags that you can fill in the tub if you have enough warning. I like the idea of you getting to Texas.

[@watchandpray8918]

​@@juliettebobcat704you could always burn them. Or if you kill them for trespassing, feed them to your dogs. Cannibalism is a line I won't cross, but cook them up for my pups? Sure. Why let it go to waste and attract pests?

[@WOLFFANG59]

All Good Points. Thanks for sharing. Blessed Be and Stay Safe.

[@V_Hayden7]

Great suggestions. Off the top of my head, I'd also add: 1) Stock up on garlic gel caps. Garlic is both a powerful anti-bacterial and anti-viral. Just don't take them if your on a blood thinner. 2) Stock up on B12 if you have no protein sources. 3) Have jugs of water and have bleach on hand, to sterilize water and disinfect surfaces. 4) Toileting: buckets, rags (e.g., old tee-shirts or painters rags, sheets) for toilet paper. Wash and RInse and drop into another bucket with a small amount of bleach to soak.

[@WarriorGnome]

Dry chlorine pool chemicals store longer than liquid bleach I am told.

[@sphinxattrasic4608]

I dig it

[@antheredhen]

Going Home book A American.. Pool shock, a bucket rinse and reuse. .. 😁

[@michaelpetty8416]

They brought the sewer system through our neighborhood a few years ago. We decided to keep our septic tank instead. Have to pump out every five or so years. But not dependent on city.

[@dessebasey2750]

After we upped our prepping game 2 yrs ago, and actively working to helping others to wake up, we are finally in a good space. We got off the panic rollercoaster. God Bless you all and praying for us all.

[@samanthawatchman888]

What's coming ...this short emergency warning being broadcast. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3rZo5aDr9t_opo

[@RBG-tr9ce]

A friend of mine had to go away for two years, we put a large bottle of Stabil in his truck. When he returned he put in a new battery an the truck started right up.

[@hughezzell10000]

Pretty good video I think. One thing to look forward to will be no taxes. That's a plus. Hopefully there'll be no Washington DC when the dust clears. We've been totally off grid for 27 years now. Pretty much perfected everything supporting us at home, so people talk about how to deal with things which will go away with grid down that are everyday life to us. Sometimes I feel like the Harpers out in the sticks when people talk about the potential ills of off grid life - and yet, that really does defines everyday life for us. And it's not so bad, really. We have everything you do - it's just that I'm my own utility. If it breaks, I fix it. I made everything and so I know how it works. What a journey. Wouldn't trade it for the best penthouse in Manhattan. And then I got bit by that damn prepper bug. Oh Jesus. Now we have all of the above along with thousands of gallons of propane, diesel and firewood up the yen yang. A half acre garden and a chicken pen with, literally, too many chickens in it. Enough weapons and ammo to outfit an army and plans, oh Christ, plans like you wouldn't believe for protection, for the nuclear war, for.... well you name it and I've likely planned for it. I just lost a ton of whole corn to bugs and it didn't bother me a bit - just am feeding it to the chickens and thinking about how to replace it so it'll be safe next time. We're to the point that tragedies aren't tragedies. Same shit, different day. We have the community wide network with radios and weapons and plans. We've even thought about our local valley governance once we get re-established like you're talking about. Lately, I've been thinking about the long, long term after SHTF. Now there's a disconcerning issue for you. What do you do when the sugar for your coffee runs out? Aw crap. Hoards of zombies I can deal with, but no sugar for my coffee - that's going to be an issue. And I still dont feel totally prepared. It's like some sort of compulsive disease. I can tell you this - if we dont make it, no one is going to make it. (just dont show up here, please). A word of advice for people with wells - there are solar systems available that will pump nine ways to Sunday right off of a solar panel - provide you with, literally, thousands of gallons of water daily and they're cheap - like 2.5K to 3K set up (well ... if you do the set-up part). That would really solve your water issues if you're rural - AND give you something to barter like crazy.

[@ericwitt4586]

Yes sir words well spoken with our current leader things like this may happen buddy Al we can do is prepare and pray guys sp is trying to spread the word so if you’re new listen and please prep !!

[@adventuretarian8191]

Your team is my 'go-to' source of preparedness information. I'm not blowing sunshine at you, there are several dynamics what set you apart from your peers in podcasting. I hope that your team is able to keep up the work, and would like to get to that meet you guys at some point. Our community goes far beyond local levels. Long live the Republic!

[@kicktheball9893]

I haven't been scared of dying since I became an adult. It's a prize, not a punishment, I'm pushing 60 now and still can't understand why it scares people.

[@ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw]

I’m 69 and don’t have a great fear of death, but I won’t give up and I’ll never surrender my freedom or liberty. !!

[@stevenmerlock9971]

Confidence and security come from being prepared. This enables you to protect your loved ones and help others so they will become independent and not dependent on others. (Pay it forward) I agree with your assessments and would note: prepare for the absolute worst and you are able to overcome the small things in life. All around us is a house of cards: very fragile = have skill sets necessary to exchange for supplies and to maintain everything around you.

[@genevabrown450]

We keep our camping gear on the ready, stocked and rotated.

[@Saved4NewLife]

Great video. All really good advice. I would suggest that people get some kind of water collection or have a ready near by lake, well, pool or stream. However with all the toxins in our world at the moment, just filtering won't be enough. The water will also become more toxic in a grid down situation. Distilling water will be the best way to survive. I suggest using a large pot or pressure cooker over an open flame (Not an electric one). Take the time now to learn how to distill your water. Gather the items now while you can. I have a large enough set up at my home to distill gallons of water a day. After distilling you can then run the water through a good activated charcoal filter to polish it up. Then add a pinch of Redmond's salt or pink salt to add back any minerals removed. This is by far the safest way to have an endless supply of water. Do the research now while you can. Get ready and stay prepared. Blessings to all!

[@PhilipEvang]

Another great video. Thanks for your efforts and caring enough to provide this information!

[@marjoriedanley6131]

I’m learning how to make tinctures from herbs. I’m still in the gathering of information stage, but have gotten some herbs to grow.

[@daveswita5483]

God Bless you for Helping Mon and Dad 10-4

[@gregkoegel7311]

All is very good advice. Thanks, you pointed out some things I’m sure many haven’t considered. Personally, I’m covered on everything you mentioned other than meditations. It’s hard to stock up on them but I fortunately have been able to on a couple that I take daily. I would recommend that people set their medications on a 90 day refill, that may be enough time to hold you over until things settle down

[@donnanelson1900]

I came across your channel a couple of years ago. I immediately was taken in by your wisdom, the way you handle yourself, very knowledgeable and solid. Making complete sense of things I never thought of. Thank you from Texas!

[@TheContraryView]

I'm reminded of Taleb's "Black Swan". A big event happens, and everyone is surprised. Then, with a little time passes and people recognize there were warning signs. "We should have seen this coming." It's like a script. Are we on the cusp of a disaster?

[@romanleon76]

I would wish a wise man like you were my Neighbor when SHTF ,God bless you Sr and thank for sharing your knowledge

[@chuckoaks6756]

Our heat is propane. We have a 500 gal tank. Not near enuf for one winter but a good fuel supply. My dad said a road was ruffer than a cob. It came from using them in the out house.

[@clydegray9714]

Every topic you spoke on ,came naturally to people not long ago. Today's society, soft as a grape. Full of demand and intitled. Bad road ahead, no way around it. Every movement will be in fear. Is death not a blessing. Time will tell.

[@wakeup1461]

I agree with you!! I work in the human service field. When did we as a country start stopping individuals from killing themselves. There is now this new initiative to stop people from killing themselves. It’s sad. I say if people want to kill themselves let them!!! Why are we stopping it? I call it being weak minded. I don’t understand it at all!!! People go over to other people’s country to kill them and then they come back w mental illness. Your ass never been over there in the first place. You don’t kill another human for money!!! Just because your federal government daddy states to you to kill doesn’t mean you go do it!! Remember the Bible says Thy shall NOT murder. Remember the gentleman that was in the military that did not have a gun. He followed the Bible!! Others don’t care. Hell is waiting for many veterans. We meant to love and care for one another not kill each other!!

[@CMA5450]

The US army as a field sanitation Manuel 21-10 that will give you some great advice. I went to the school it was very good . I just googled it and it is available on line . Enjoy have a great day.

[@angelicsiren11]

Thank you for this!

[@garydaniels-rl8cg]

Yes thanks…good info

[@drmiles7546]

Hi Don .. up in Alberta Canada right now it is so dry that the forest fires are the size of Toronto Canada ... just put that into perspective... great video thanks

[@MYZTICTRAVLER]

This is such a deeply heartfelt, sincere, and supportive video. Thanks for your passion to help those who might be behind the curve get up to speed for what might come, or may already be here. Personally, I think we are at zero hour, on D-Day! It is show time! Where getting ready is no longer an option. We all had better BE READY.....RIGHT NOW.

[@uncledog-x2n]

You can get over 2 years storing gasoline if you put it in a good container and treat it with Sta Bil stabilizer. Some guys have gone double that, but i THINK THEY WERE EXTRA GENEROUS WITH THE STABILIZER.

[@miata350]

Mine was a tornado and it came on in 5 minutes. Couldn't even leave because a tree blocked the road.

[@marjoriedanley6131]

Thank you for this video and the different scenarios. Very thought provoking for me to widen my preparedness. I’ve often thought about living in the New Madrid Fault Zone and what preparedness I have done concerning that possibility, but I know I’ve got some definite holes I need to ‘fill’.

[@kenemerson1075]

Good information and appreciate you sharing your insights.

[@paulnandico2370]

Glad you mentioned cleanliness. I believe part of why Israel prospered so much...was because they listened to YHVH's counsel and followed His rules for cleanliness.

[@marie-marie2617]

Their Father took such good care of them. Rules for sanitation right in the Bible.

[@Tom-gv2eo]

Yes - read " Non of These Diseases" by , ?? (pubilshd ~ 1970 ? ) + explains this.

[@gregggoldstein3449]

Get some peppermint oil extract. Peppermint oil mixed with water to spray on your plants will repel most critters from eating vegitables leaves etc. growing in your garden. Also shread some aluminum foil in the soil will foil birds from uprooting plants in your garden or from eating the planted seeds.

[@WW_SHTFF_WW]

Good report, Bub! I'm staying locked down for a while to see how things go down. But who knows if the news is real or even if there is news?

[@mikecaprino2503]

I keep Propel Powder to flavor treated water, I also keep all my paperbacks for “many” uses other than reading.

[@Gunn4u]

Along with medications please dont forget stocking up on vitamins. I believe this is as important.

[@rusted5408]

I agree 100% also minerals. They will store for a long-long time. Also other supplements that are health foods. I make my own capsules.

[@lexlane9353]

Great video, Don. Awareness is key.

[@azzystyle94]

Since last November, I've lost 40 pounds. I exercise daily without fail, radically changed my diet for the better, and take a few supplements for added support. Doing what I can for my personal health and SHTF insurance

[@andyhwell8419]

iv been following your channel for years. One of the best prepper channels out there. Soo much valuable content!

[@N0B0DY_SP3C14L]

Solid points! Thank you for getting folks' wheels turning.

[@Linda-xw9lj]

Start cutting up old cloths into squares put them in a plastic containers. Then when time comes. Wet with water, set in your out house. Home made diaper wipes.

[@jamisonbernhardt3310]

Yeah true. Get a huge blankets from good will to cut up. Potentially any fabric. That was nice to read. I like you Linda. I'm sure you're capable of teaching us a lot.

[@AtomkeySinclair]

ABOUT GASOLINE - I know a guy that has a background in refinery work. He keeps gasoline in very large propane tanks that he pressurizes and says it will last for years. I don't know if he uses compressed air or an inert gas. He explained why it works once but I can't recall the technical reasons. He has a stock pile of gasoline stored like this and it was expensive, so I don't think he just did it for fun and wasted that kind of money. I don't even know how he got unleaded fuel in there since there's not exactly a large opening in the tank... they're just what looks like normal 100 lb propane tanks from Tractor Supply. If you google this, some will say it will shorten the life of gasoline. But others say that's because normal air is used. Perhaps he is using nitrogen or the tank is just extremely full with a small gap of air at the top. I can imagine the oil/gas companies would want to hush this method if it's viable. Has anyone tried this?

[@dahorseyguy1]

For a lot of this, if people would just consult or talk to farmers, They would get the answers to a lot of their questions. We have been Composting and we have huge tanks of gasoline on some farms. And we can teach people how to store and keep these things good to go.

[@peternorthrup6274]

We are in great shape. This year we are really working hard on are med supplies. Ham radios have become so cheap its hard to ignore. I've bought 2. And learning. Solar has become so cheap these days. I have the basic set up. Harbor freight. Love your show.

[@2AFreeState]

I absolutely agree on the importance of cleanliness. And on that note, soap is something that almost anybody can make. I recommend looking into it. Having soap in a SHTF situation could mean the difference between living and dying. Getting even a cold could be the thing that breaks you or a loved one in an already extremely stressful situation.

[@dibroc8348]

Thanks SP.

[@spaceprepper3657]

Always appreciate your videos. May the good Lord watch over you and your family and friends. Peace and Love. 😊

[@64samsky]

If you put urine in a bucket for a few days so that the pathogens break down, then add ash from your fireplace or wood grill, it is a good fertilizer for plants.

[@helenkessler6012]

Thin the wee wee down 50% minimum it's hot nitrogen

[@60duce2]

Lol

[@AcM.5233]

My major concern is as a burn survivor from saving my daughter from a fire, I'm dependent on burn medicine. There isn't a natural substitute for one of my medications. (my sister is a holistic doctor)... Everything else i can overcome. But a single father of two children that are dependent on me.

[@moonmagnolia7]

As a parent you had to save your daughter. I’m glad you were able to. I’ve gently put the juice from the inside of an aloe Vera plant on my skin before for severe burns, which sped up the healing process. Some people take it internally. But I don’t know what type of meds you’re taking or how severe your burns are/were. The good news is our bodies are designed to heal itself, assuming we give it proper nutrition from real food, keep moving our bodies, no matter how slowly, and keep a positive outlook.

[@omalleyshepherd2936]

SHTF toilet paper replacement, do what the Romans did and use a sponge or rags tied onto a short stick. Preferably one with something like a 45 degree angle. After every use prop it up in a garden pot or jar that has vinegar or some kind of dilute soap and water solution, don’t use harsh chemicals or PineSol, your pucker is very sensitive. Every morning or evening pour it out and replace the liquid with fresh. Wash and boil the sponge or rags, replace every week. It’s not perfect but is better than your hand.

[@helenkessler6012]

My garden is 30x75 its not big enough. I only have corn potatoes and tomatoes in that. Started a second area in the pasture for the vine crops. Still not enough to help the neighbors yet. But i will in the fall gonna plow out to 60 x75 yay more corn.

[@lrmsmrls16]

Vertical gardening doubles your production. Be sure to add trellises and supports.

[@dalereed3442]

Great video, very informative.. most of what you said I've prepared for, but some the others I would have never thought of... time to get busy with those ...Thanks Sootch

[@stevesither7270]

Thanks Don. Great information, well appreciated...afew things you shared, I hadn't thought through yet......... REALLY Appreciate it.

[@wildhorse6323]

Great video. Nothing is more important than knowledge.

[@JohnnyHildebrand1969]

Very informative, and truly inconvenient. Thank you and God bless.

[@davidkelly414]

Too many people , too little trees . In a SHTF situation, most people will die . This situation is unfortunate but true . Great video, very informative . Cheers