SHTF Groups

[Sawin]

You are definitely thinking along the right lines here.
I'm assuming Internet would be useless, so I've been accumulating physical books and computer based equivilents (pdf's, etc) for some time now. In a prolonged SHTF scenario (TEOTWAWKI) these knowledge bases/references will be priceless. Also have enough seeds to plant crops for years.

Me too Omicron. I think it was on this forum that I originally downloaded a large compilation of documents (thank you again to whomever I grabbed it from), or maybe it was during my short stint on uscca (I do not recommend anyone bother joining the uscca anymore). I've since added several more docs to it, so anyone who wants it feel free to download everything I've gathered from my skydrive via the link below. It's a series of 3 zip files. There are pdf's on topics ranging from stenography, medical, weather, knots, weapons, alternative power, etc. Definitely a LOT of great material. Sheesh, just the army survival manual that's included has enough to keep you busy for weeks. I am uploading everything now, so if you're fast, you may not see all 3 zips yet.

https://skydrive.live.com/redir?resid=5CAC39F3F5A343D5!144&authkey=!n!n6PpM6 YF8%24

[Sawin]

Me too Omicron. I think it was on this forum that I originally downloaded a large compilation of documents (thank you again to whomever I grabbed it from), or maybe it was during my short stint on uscca (I do not recommend anyone bother joining the uscca anymore). I've since added several more docs to it, so anyone who wants it feel free to download everything I've gathered from my skydrive via the link below. It's a series of 3 zip files. There are pdf's on topics ranging from stenography, medical, weather, knots, weapons, alternative power, etc. Definitely a LOT of great material. Sheesh, just the army survival manual that's included has enough to keep you busy for weeks. I am uploading everything now, so if you're fast, you may not see all 3 zips yet.

https://skydrive.live.com/redir?resid=5CAC39F3F5A343D5!144&authkey=!n!n6PpM6 YF8%24

All 3 zips are available now.

[Omicron]

All 3 zips are available now.

Sweet, grabbed them. Thanks!

[Sawin]

Sweet, grabbed them. Thanks!

Was it worth the bandwidth? Lots of material huh?

[Skully]

I am interested in why some are relying on electronic devices? Not giving any shite but I am an up-most firm believer in "MURPHY's law."

An EM pulse for example could wipe out modern electronics which are in everything now, even automobiles. Typically we all associate it with a nuclear explosion but scientifically it can occur in the cosmos. DO you guys print these documents then seal them in air tight storage?

[hollohas]

DO you guys print these documents

Yes.

then seal them in air tight storage?

Nope. Not a bad idea.

[Sawin]

I am interested in why some are relying on electronic devices? Not giving any shite but I am an up-most firm believer in "MURPHY's law."

An EM pulse for example could wipe out modern electronics which are in everything now, even automobiles. Typically we all associate it with a nuclear explosion but scientifically it can occur in the cosmos. DO you guys print these documents then seal them in air tight storage?

Don't worry Skully, I'm not relying on electronic devices. I have a lot of stuff printed and have books as well. Heirloom seeds too. You can help grow and protect the food. We live close enough .

EMP aside, if push came to shove and I needed to print more out, I could rather quickly using various alternative power sources to keep my computer and printer working for a while, but I think the real key is to read the stuff ahead of time and try to learn as many functional skills now, as possible.

[Skully]

Yes.



Nope. Not a bad idea.

I was thinking paper degrades so if you want to keep them for reference or to teach in the future keeping them safe in airtight containers would be the safe way.

Don't worry Skully, I'm not relying on electronic devices. I have a lot of stuff printed and have books as well. Heirloom seeds too. You can help grow and protect the food. We live close enough .

If push came to shove and I needed to print more out, I could rather quickly using various alternative power sources to keep my computer and printer working for a while, but I think the real key is to read the stuff ahead of time and try to learn as many functional skills now, as possible.

Yeah you mentioned Kindle and thought, hmmmmmm until it got fried or something. I like the library idea, yes reading and learning things now is good, but I always reference materials if it has been awhile. I have always been a jack of all trades, learn fast. I like to take things apart, read and study them until I am comfortable with the knowledge.

[Sawin]

....I like the library idea, yes reading and learning things now is good, but I always reference materials if it has been awhile. I have always been a jack of all trades, learn fast. I like to take things apart, read and study them until I am comfortable with the knowledge.

You and I are a lot alike in this regard as well.

[Great-Kazoo]

You and I are a lot alike in this regard as well.

Most towns still have libraries, a short trip to one can get you started. Think of something that you have said " If i had a few extra hours a week i would like to learn" The start reading.