Right after rewatching the very first episode of doomsday preppers it became obvious to me there is too much theoretical content to do a blog post on every show. Rather, I might be breaking it down for each one of the survivalists listed and going over point by point. So without any more fanfare, we will begin with Paul Range and Gloria Haswell - some of the most thorough preppers featured on the program.
Prepping as a job
Paul and Gloria have the distinct advantage of being retired, which allows them to prep full-time. Obviously, it has lead to one of the most intensive preparation plans I have ever seen. The capability to prepare 8 meals each day makes all the stockpiling methods extremely practical, but regrettably it is something that cannot be accomplished by a lot of people with work, children and a life. Their technique shows an incredibly labor intensive strategy, something similar may be accomplished without the work if there was lots of money to be invested however it is not realistic to 95% of individuals around.
Prepping and hunting
Truly liked the footage of Paul butchering a deer and converting it into rations. It was only on the screen for a couple of seconds but over time this would be a great way to get meat cheaply and master a few skills for a post-apocalyptic world. While it is geared towards the stockpiling form of prepping it additionally develops the ability for Paul and Gloria to thrive if they bug out.
Magnetic polar shift- realistic?
I was not sold on Paul and Gloria's reason for prepping of the polar shift resulting in a series of earthquakes and continental shift. Looking at the geological report there has only been one pace for continents moving, and that is slow. If polar shifts triggered massive geological activity we would be able to see it in the record 400,000 years ago when it is known to have transpired. Compasses would point in another direction but we probably won't be experiencing snowfall in Texas when it takes place. No matter what, they are ready for nearly anything with their set up.
The fortress
The castle like compound (featured above) is probably the coolest bug out places I've seen. Looks like it came out of Road Warrior (just walk away). Using the affordable, solid material of shipping containers it looks like something that might be duplicated. There are homes made from shipping containers in Amsterdam and have been regarded as an inexpensive way to build up houses in Haiti too, however they tend to make an incredible foundation for survival areas.
Energy sources
Actually astounded by the completely off the grid power source, which includes methane from livestock and other waste products. The idea of lighting up a gas stove feels like a lavish addition in a post collapse world and the fact that it can be made from waste is quite intriguing. This might even prepare them for any type of energy related crisis and whilst costly up front, can keep the running charges down over time.
Escape plan
The military schooling of Paul and Gloria's team truly excels through in their bug out convoy plan. The concept of rounding the wagons is extremely interesting. The idea of trying to find the drop on 22 fortified marines doesn't sound quite interesting to any would be raiders. This even signifies that bugging out with a group may have its benefits, generally quick is much better but with coaching a team can get to that level of speed.
Prepping as a job
Paul and Gloria have the distinct advantage of being retired, which allows them to prep full-time. Obviously, it has lead to one of the most intensive preparation plans I have ever seen. The capability to prepare 8 meals each day makes all the stockpiling methods extremely practical, but regrettably it is something that cannot be accomplished by a lot of people with work, children and a life. Their technique shows an incredibly labor intensive strategy, something similar may be accomplished without the work if there was lots of money to be invested however it is not realistic to 95% of individuals around.
Prepping and hunting
Truly liked the footage of Paul butchering a deer and converting it into rations. It was only on the screen for a couple of seconds but over time this would be a great way to get meat cheaply and master a few skills for a post-apocalyptic world. While it is geared towards the stockpiling form of prepping it additionally develops the ability for Paul and Gloria to thrive if they bug out.
Magnetic polar shift- realistic?
I was not sold on Paul and Gloria's reason for prepping of the polar shift resulting in a series of earthquakes and continental shift. Looking at the geological report there has only been one pace for continents moving, and that is slow. If polar shifts triggered massive geological activity we would be able to see it in the record 400,000 years ago when it is known to have transpired. Compasses would point in another direction but we probably won't be experiencing snowfall in Texas when it takes place. No matter what, they are ready for nearly anything with their set up.
The fortress
The castle like compound (featured above) is probably the coolest bug out places I've seen. Looks like it came out of Road Warrior (just walk away). Using the affordable, solid material of shipping containers it looks like something that might be duplicated. There are homes made from shipping containers in Amsterdam and have been regarded as an inexpensive way to build up houses in Haiti too, however they tend to make an incredible foundation for survival areas.
Energy sources
Actually astounded by the completely off the grid power source, which includes methane from livestock and other waste products. The idea of lighting up a gas stove feels like a lavish addition in a post collapse world and the fact that it can be made from waste is quite intriguing. This might even prepare them for any type of energy related crisis and whilst costly up front, can keep the running charges down over time.
Escape plan
The military schooling of Paul and Gloria's team truly excels through in their bug out convoy plan. The concept of rounding the wagons is extremely interesting. The idea of trying to find the drop on 22 fortified marines doesn't sound quite interesting to any would be raiders. This even signifies that bugging out with a group may have its benefits, generally quick is much better but with coaching a team can get to that level of speed.
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