Christopher Nyerges offers an interesting comparison to the first group shown on Doomsday Preppers. Instead of their intensely location centered strategy - Chris goes for a preparation method focused around the bug out, being set for a practically indefinite bug out in case he finds the need. He is just like a prepper version of Wandering Bear, able to use the plant life around him to sustain and also perform first aid functions.
1. Californian Earthquake
The San Andreas fault line is probably the most active faults in North America and many people are in the impression that LA and the neighborhood resides on borrowed time. Though the end of the show lists the possibilities of a significant (8.0+) quake happening in the next 30 years as a 'minor' 3%, anybody residing in the region may confirm that earthquakes are a thing to consider that makes it into everyday life. The increasing population of the area will only make matters more difficult.
2. Human danger
With a lot more people moving to the cities, LA is posting development rates the twice the normal of the last decade. Nyerges is sensible to be afraid of the effects of the human factor. With more people in a certain location, resources will be in higher demand in case of a disaster. It is simple economics.
The show provided the perception that Nyerges plans to walk the reservoirs as an urban survivor however my feeling is that he plans to bug out to the surrounding area. It will be a sensible plan for anybody in a city of that size.
3. Customizing bug out bag
Chris discusses the need to create a custom-made bug out bag, which flies in the face of numerous internet vendors attempting to sell all-in-ones. Each individual strategy for survival differs, and various needs need different equipment. I liked his series of knives, the makers made it appear like it was ridiculous however for somebody who wants to forage, there could be nothing more suitable. Chopping willow trees all day long can easily dull a sharp edge.
4. Foraging for greens
As for this topic, I was extremely amazed by Chris's knowledge of the local flora. I feel it is well worth it for everybody to understand what plants are edible in the region they live in and decide to compose a few articles about this in the near future. The ability to gather plants provides a good quantity of nutrients, fiber and a decent supply of calories.
To supplement this, Chris has a really interesting strategy of bringing salad dressing with him within his bug out bag. While most people go for carbohydrate based rations in their BOB kits, salad dressing is a fat based source of calories. Being an energy supply, fat is definitely a superior source of calories. On a gram to gram basis, fat contains over two times as many calories, 9 per gram compared to 4 for carbs. Moreover, fat is a gradual burning energy source and won't raise blood sugar or produce a spike. Diet programs depending on fats rather than carbohydrates are also popular in fitness communities to spare muscle tissues when going on a fast.
5. Can you get aspirin from a tree?
Probably not much to say here except for the fact that it was really awesome. A lot of our medications are derived from nature in one way or another so going straight to the origin is great in a survival situation. Indigenous people worldwide still depend upon herbal remedies to remain in good health.
6. Firestarting with a bowdrill
The show in short showed Chris using a hand drill to produce a fire. A few years ago my brother and I set out to create a bowdrill to start a fire and it took a long time before it worked. Bowdrills include a bow instead of hands, that I would suggest unless your palms happen to be made from shoe leather. A simple piece of paracord creates a great bow string, you need to have a few in your bug out bag regardless.
For anyone interested there is a method in choosing the appropriate kind of wood.
7. Bugout area and shortage of guns
The show's survival expert advised that Chris needed to have a bug out place and could quite possibly stand to pick up a few guns. I'm uncertain if I agree on the first point, Nyerges can probably survive forever in the Californian weather. Additionally, if he can make aspirin from trees I feel he'll be able to make a wiki up if he has to. Regarding guns, it would definitely be useful in the get away from the city but could also present a problem if he had to discharge. Regardless, it is better to possess a gun and not use it.
1. Californian Earthquake
The San Andreas fault line is probably the most active faults in North America and many people are in the impression that LA and the neighborhood resides on borrowed time. Though the end of the show lists the possibilities of a significant (8.0+) quake happening in the next 30 years as a 'minor' 3%, anybody residing in the region may confirm that earthquakes are a thing to consider that makes it into everyday life. The increasing population of the area will only make matters more difficult.
2. Human danger
With a lot more people moving to the cities, LA is posting development rates the twice the normal of the last decade. Nyerges is sensible to be afraid of the effects of the human factor. With more people in a certain location, resources will be in higher demand in case of a disaster. It is simple economics.
The show provided the perception that Nyerges plans to walk the reservoirs as an urban survivor however my feeling is that he plans to bug out to the surrounding area. It will be a sensible plan for anybody in a city of that size.
3. Customizing bug out bag
Chris discusses the need to create a custom-made bug out bag, which flies in the face of numerous internet vendors attempting to sell all-in-ones. Each individual strategy for survival differs, and various needs need different equipment. I liked his series of knives, the makers made it appear like it was ridiculous however for somebody who wants to forage, there could be nothing more suitable. Chopping willow trees all day long can easily dull a sharp edge.
4. Foraging for greens
As for this topic, I was extremely amazed by Chris's knowledge of the local flora. I feel it is well worth it for everybody to understand what plants are edible in the region they live in and decide to compose a few articles about this in the near future. The ability to gather plants provides a good quantity of nutrients, fiber and a decent supply of calories.
To supplement this, Chris has a really interesting strategy of bringing salad dressing with him within his bug out bag. While most people go for carbohydrate based rations in their BOB kits, salad dressing is a fat based source of calories. Being an energy supply, fat is definitely a superior source of calories. On a gram to gram basis, fat contains over two times as many calories, 9 per gram compared to 4 for carbs. Moreover, fat is a gradual burning energy source and won't raise blood sugar or produce a spike. Diet programs depending on fats rather than carbohydrates are also popular in fitness communities to spare muscle tissues when going on a fast.
5. Can you get aspirin from a tree?
Probably not much to say here except for the fact that it was really awesome. A lot of our medications are derived from nature in one way or another so going straight to the origin is great in a survival situation. Indigenous people worldwide still depend upon herbal remedies to remain in good health.
6. Firestarting with a bowdrill
The show in short showed Chris using a hand drill to produce a fire. A few years ago my brother and I set out to create a bowdrill to start a fire and it took a long time before it worked. Bowdrills include a bow instead of hands, that I would suggest unless your palms happen to be made from shoe leather. A simple piece of paracord creates a great bow string, you need to have a few in your bug out bag regardless.
For anyone interested there is a method in choosing the appropriate kind of wood.
7. Bugout area and shortage of guns
The show's survival expert advised that Chris needed to have a bug out place and could quite possibly stand to pick up a few guns. I'm uncertain if I agree on the first point, Nyerges can probably survive forever in the Californian weather. Additionally, if he can make aspirin from trees I feel he'll be able to make a wiki up if he has to. Regarding guns, it would definitely be useful in the get away from the city but could also present a problem if he had to discharge. Regardless, it is better to possess a gun and not use it.
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