Guests, what can we do for you?

Please tell why I am banned?

Just want to say I like the fact that you actually have a section where non members can post either asking a question or contribute to a thread that doesn't require them to sign up oh and the place so far from what I can see isn't over run with pointless threads on conspiracies

Hey Grumble, good to see you here. Please sign up.

Oh my God! Conspiracy!!

What if this site posts conspiracies on that site to drive people here!?
Haha

This is a unique opportunity - so thank you admin for this.


I promised my self to avoid joining/signing into these forums, but after 'Kennas' post thought perhaps I can offer some incite into why there may be so many 'lookers' and so few joining the ranks.

To do this I will relate my own experiences - I had previously joined a couple of overseas forums only to find that as an Australian I had a 'different' thought process and seen things differently to others on those forums overseas. I also discovered when I passed on relevant info to questions asked that was explicit to Australia, I was challenged by these so called experts from overseas on my 'local info' and the credibility of it - (even with the links provided for verification), from those who had no concept of Australia or it's laws or for that matter it's diverseness and distance that needed to be traversed at times. I was often challenged regarding my credibility on weapons and weapons laws in Australia, I was even attacked on a forum even after I had withdrawn my support from there by it's administrator for posting alleged misleading and incorrect information - I later was told about it and it wasn't worth the effort to respond from my behalf - the forum 'owner/administrator', was one who suffered from 'Big Frog in Littly Puddle' Syndrom. That was some time ago and soon after I noticed a decline in Australians participating on that - once active site to now no Australian posts and a very (if I say so), boring content now from others - yes I am still registered and go back a couple of times a year to see what's going on, which is very little now as there seems to have been an exodus from there by others as well.


I then assisted in another forum (an Australian one) only to end up becoming very disillusioned with that site administrator and after some exchanges of opinion over an issue I feel extremely strong about and had first hand knowledge and experience with, (I didn't see the same point of view as the owner/administrator) I found I was bared from that site, which had become a regular occurrence for me on that particular site and I had to on numerous times request to regain access ( I think he was amused by the fact that he could change avatars and 'block members access' as he chose) as there were people on the sight that I felt could still benefit from stuff I knew and from mistakes I had already made. It was about this time I realised that I was being distracted from my original goal, preparing for what comes next. I still offer assistance to those that ask and a number have my private email address and communication is a regular feature and I am happy to assist others where possible - I have offered alternate options and supply information, in the end, it's their decision if they go with my options or choose others. But they make informed decisions.


I was told about this site and am one of the 'lookers' that pop in once or twice a month and see what's new. My only criticism is their is not much in the 'Bare Bones' department on how to start without breaking the bank, from what I've read and seen, a lot is expensive as a start-up option. For an example (I apologise if I missed something similar) for emergency lighting - two jars with lids, fill the smaller one with old cooking oil 1/2 to 3/4 full, get an old flannel shirt cut a piece 10cm long by 1cm wide - make a hole in the lid insert 'flannel wick' place lid on oil bottle then place it in the larger bottle - fill the space halfway with water or sand - there is an emergency light. You can also later use the same concept with 'rendered animal fat'. This is a low cost and cheap emergency light. Remembering at all times - you are dealing with a naked flame so take appropriate precautions to avoid burns.

First time starters are easily put off by the magnitude of preparing. Many really need to be taken by the hand as they are not sure of what they are concerned with or wether they will go, or stay.

I encourage others to make a risk assessment and prioritise their list of concerns - decide if they are bugging in or bugging out - most of all have plans, lots of plans. The 'what if's' are endless, but if you can sort out your primary concerns then that's bloody good start. The right guidance and steerage from those who have been around for some time doing this can make all the difference to the novice - things then don't seem so daunting to them.

As many of you know - what suits one person would not be a priority for another. I have coached a couple of people in this and one thing I do know is:- "No Two People Preparing Have The Same Needs"!!!!

Preparing is extremely individual - for example, my medi-kit will be different to others. Yes we will have the basics, but that's the only similarity. They also need to realise that it could not be for a short time - but could be for years. So. Should they prepare for a week? A month? A year? Or for the rest of their time on this earth?

What strategies do you offer them for long term survival skills? (Again if I have missed this I do apologise).

I really push the message to others to keep a low profile - don't draw attention to yourselves as when the time comes of the HAVES and the HAVE NOTS, it will then be a serious matter of survival. If you maintain a low profile your chances increase dramatically. If you want solar - look at mounting panels on a shed at the back out of sight or better still on a frame at ground level then they can be transported easier if needs be and are away from prying eyes.


This wasn't going to be a novel - was meant to be brief. But where/when do you stop?? I have been doing this for a very long time - before I even knew it had a name - I still shudder when I see that program 'Doomsday prepers' as it has labelled all of us. But in the end we all do the same and that is prepare for an uncertain tomorrow.



Lastly - I always thought references to 'Zombies' were for the masses that have not done any preparation themselves and relied on the government to save them.



The Northern Infidel.