Wilderness to urban and suburban survival primer

Wilderness to Urban and Suburban Survival Primer Kevin Estela Survival Instructor Wilderness Learning Center 435 Sandy Knoll Road Chateaugay, NY 12920 (518) 497-3179 www.weteachu.com

Special Thanks ,[object Object]

Legal Disclaimer ,[object Object]

Presentation Objectives: ,[object Object]

Introduction/Mindset/Preparedness ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Universal Preparedness ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Survival concepts apply in the wilderness as well as in “Civilization.”

Causes of Emergencies ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Hurricane Katrina: accessed from www.nasaimages.org

Navigation, Fire, Shelter, Water, Signaling, Food (Part I) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Navigation, Fire, Shelter, Water, Signaling, Food (Part II) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Nature of Emergency ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Smallpox Infection Accessed from www.cdc.gov

SHOCK ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],A quality wool blanket can be a “warm blanket” to comfort those experiencing hard times. It also serves many other purposes. In a home setting where space is not a concern, it should be included in every kit.

First Aid ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],A well-stocked first aid kit is a must for the urban/suburban setting. Don’t rely on commercial kits having all you need. Supplement them with extras to make them your own.

Essential Tool: Flashlight ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Flashlight Reference Photos A selection of reliable lights Dummy cord in use Belt mounted carry systems (Photo courtesy of Bladerigs.com)

Reality Check (You’re Going to Hate This) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

S.T.O.P. Protocol ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

What Not To Do ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Take note of your surroundings and keep moving. Keep a mental note of exits and always have an exit or egress plan.

Quickie Urban Sleeping Bag ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Quickie Sleeping Pad ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Avoiding Detection (clothing) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Perception is Everything ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Speaking of Perception… ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Situational Awareness ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Essential Tool: Knife ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Blade Photo References Counter Clockwise from top right: “socially acceptable”, Discreet carry, open carry, illegal by design in some jurisdictions, recommended folding knives.

Avoiding Detection (Vehicle) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Toyota Prius: What does this car say about the owner? The contents? Why might fuel efficiency be a benefit in an emergency? Accessed from www.toyotaanswers.com

Avoiding Detection (Home) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Use a paper shredder whenever possible on sensitive documents. The shreds can be mixed with parafin wax to make homemade firestarters.

Bug Out or Bug In? ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Bugging Out (Part I) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],A pair of safety glasses, disposable mask and hat can fit in most work bags. When hazardous particles are airborne, you don’t want them in your eyes and you certainly don’t want to breath them in.

Bugging Out (Part II) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],A small assortment of pocket sized gear can be carried to help you respond to many of life’s little problems. If it is compact, chances are you won’t leave it at home!

Bugging Out (Part III) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Have you secured all your sensitive documents? Small fire resistant safes are portable but an easy target for thieves if not secured as well. Make photocopies of documents whenever possible. If using a thumb drive, password protect it and don’t lose it!

Maps and Getting Around ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Street maps can be picked up at most city halls

Essential Skill: Jump Starting ,[object Object],[object Object],General Notes About Jump Starting: - In theory, hydrogen gas can build up and be ignited by a spark from improperly applied jumper cables. -Never let your cables touch while jumping a vehicle or make contact with your car. -Park cars without letting them touch and park close enough to accommodate shorter cables. -If battery terminals are corroded, steel wool can be used to scour until clean. -Make sure to get a secure clamp on terminals with cables. -Drive your vehicle or let it run to help charge the battery. BEFORE JUMP STARTING! -Put both cars in park and ensure engines are turned off. Set parking brakes and turn off all accessories. A portable battery pack takes the guesswork out of jumpstarting but don’t forget the skill

WLC Revised Vehicle Kit ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Rally Point and Secondary Rally Point ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Rally Point Photo References A rally point such as a weather radar, radio tower, water tank or other prominent feature can be found on most topographical maps and is easily spotted from many angles. Having a rally point accessible from many directions can be a benefit. How can it be a liability? This point also is in an area with immediate access to a major highway in both directions. The photos above are of the same radar from 3 angles. The bottom left is near an industrial park with many exits and a large open parking lot.

Communication ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Just because the phone lines are down, doesn’t mean text messaging won’t help. Maybe these phones are “smart” after all.

Bugging In (Part I) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Bugging In (Part II) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Bugging In (Part III) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Sensor lights on your home work well when the power grid is up. What happens when it is down? Are you prepared?

Safe Room (Optional) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],A safe room can double as a secure location for your prep. Combination locks like the one above make fumbling for keys unnecessary

Top 100 Items to Disappear First During a National Emergency (Part I) ,[object Object]

Top 100 Items to Disappear First During a National Emergency (part II) ,[object Object]

Top 100 Items to Disappear First During a National Emergency (part III) ,[object Object]

Top 100 Items to Disappear First During a National Emergency (part IV) ,[object Object]

Gathering and Treating Water ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Water stored and dated for rotation.

Caching Supplies ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],One week’s worth of food labeled and cached away in an undisclosed, temperature stable location.

The 5 Gallon Bucket Prep ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],5 gallon bucket with Gamma Seal lid ready to be prepped

Sanitation Needs ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Portable Toilet: Commercially sold or make your own with a 5 gallon bucket and plywood

Food Basics ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Food Rotation ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Conspicuously label all of your food to easily identify expiration dates. Use the oldest food first and rotate your food into your usual diet.

Food Dehydrating and Canning ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Meals Ready To Eat (M.R.E’s) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],In 120 degrees (car trunk) MRE’s will last approximately one month. In 60 degrees (your cellar) they will last up to 130 months. Find out more in the excellent article at www.beprepared.com

PROVEN SURVIVAL FOOD ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],It has a unique texture and taste but it will store for extended periods of time and is extremely calorie dense. Photo Credit: Kevin Estela from WLC Winter Course 2009

Survival Firearms (part I) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Survival Firearms (part II) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Examples of Proven Survival Firearms (all .22 Caliber) Clockwise from Bottom Left: Smith and Wesson Model 317, Marlin Papoose, Springfield Armory M6 Survival (also .410 gauge)

Survival Firearms (part III) ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Remington 870 Marine Magnum: 12 gauge pump shotgun with 6+1 capacity. Nickel Finish for protection in wet environments

Self-Defense ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Make your training dummy as realistic as possible with clothing and scenario training.

Essential Skill: Friction Saw ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Dogs ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Man’s Best Friend Accessed from www.cdc.gov

With Understanding, Now Build Your Kits ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Specialized Kit ,[object Object],[object Object]

Essential Skill: Needs Assessment ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Dry Runs, Practice and Self Evaluation Drills ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Practical Daily Habits ,[object Object]

Conclusions ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Recommended Gear List ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Where to Learn More! ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Miscellaneous Notes No unauthorized reproduction without expressed consent of The Wilderness Learning Center

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