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November 2008 Archive of Site Activity

November 30, 2008 - "Week Four - Food" We now enter our fourth week of presenting the fundamentals of survival to new people. Let's face it even some of us pros can learn a thing or two also. So here is this weeks info. Click here

November 30, 2008 - "Survival Skills: Dehydration" Here is an article which contains all the basic information which you may need to know concerning dehydration. Click here

November 30, 2008 - "Creating a Survival Pack: Lasting Five Days" Here is yet another list of basic items that are needed to prepare a survival pack to support you through a disaster or emergency for five days or more. Click here

November 29, 2008 - "Record Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends, Time to Plan for 2009" The 2008 Atlantic hurricane season officially closes on Sunday, with a warning from Florida Governor Charlie Crist and state emergency officials to begin planning year-round for emergencies and natural disasters, especially hurricanes. Click here

November 28, 2008 - "Wal-Mart worker dies in Black Friday Rush" I have been watching with interest the story on the television concerning the 34 year old Wal-mart employee who was killed while unlocking the Wal-Mart's door. This unruly crowd even managed to rip one of the large store doors off its foundation and out of the wall. This unfortunate situation may be a warning to us. click here

November 27, 2008 - "Flood Contaminated Foods" Contaminated food may be a problem following any storm involving flooding. Flood waters may carry silt, raw sewage, oil or chemical wastes. Filth and disease bacteria in flood water will contaminate food, making it unsafe to eat. Here are some hints on how to decide which of your contaminated foods can be saved. Click here

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November 26, 2008 - Would you like to write some articles relating to survival for the Delmarva Survival Training web site? If so here is your chance to get published on the web and start a new career. For more information Click here

November 26, 2008 - "Making Laundry Soap: Step-by-Step in Pictures" Here is an article on creating your own laundry soap. In the event of a total shut-down this would not only be a good item to use yourself but has great potential as a bartering product. Click here

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It appears that once again we have been provided mis-information. Thanks to our reader Matthew it has been discovered. It appears that Matthew has watched the video about the marines training for martial law in Swansboro, NC. Although he states that the video could very well be real however he was a bit concerned about some of the items that the narrator said. Matthew goes on to state that "Some of the things the narrator (which I assume is Alex Jones from the website infowars.com) said or didn't say during the video. He admitted at the start that the video was sent to him by a listener (I'm assuming he means a listener to his radio show) so he wasn't there personally to verify the things he said. First, Swansboro is directly adjacent to Camp Lejeune so its not surprising that the town had no problems with the marines training there. I'd wouldn't be surprised if a large number of military personnel lived in Swansboro. Second, with regard to the searching of cars, as far as I know there are absolutely no laws that would allow the military to do that and one (posse comitatus) that actually prevents them from acting as a police force within the USA. And since this video was shot before 9/11 the patriot act and any other laws that might let do that hadn't been put in place yet. According to an article I found on World Net Daily (http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=435) the 2 guys sitting on the ground were probably role players hired by the marines just for training purposes and this actually fits with other training exercises like this that I've heard about. Also, if you look its the same car throughout the video. Once again we are in gratitude to Matthews quick eye at discovering this deception and appreciate his efforts. Keep up the good work Matthew.

November 25, 2008 - "Long-Term Storage Methods For Dry Foods" These are storage methods for longer than 5 years. To prepare dry (10% or less moisture) food for long-term storage, oxygen should be removed from or replaced in containers. There are four kinds of containers that can be used. These will be discussed in this article. Click here:

November 24, 2008 - "Week Three - Water" We are now current with this series and will post each installment as we get it. Here are the hints and tips that associate with water and storing it up. Click here

November 24, 2008 - "Week Two - Shelter" We now have listed the second week of the above series. Buy a small family-sized tent, a wool blanket for everyone in the family, and store these item in a place where they can be gotten to if the house collapses or is destroyed. Click here

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Just a quick note here to let everyone know that I received an email from a visitor named Matthew concerning the video with representative John Haller in it. It appears that there really is not John Haller from PA and the video is not from CNN. The video is a fake. Matthew states that if you look closely the logo in the corner isn't a C-span logo. The C has been replaced with a stylized onion. The video was originally posted on The Onion website on Oct. 11, 2007. The Onion is known for making satirical "news" stories like this. Our thanks to Matthew for his observant eye on this and I apologize to our visitors for my oversight.

November 23, 2008 - "Week One-Thinking" Here is a blog entry on getting started in emergency preparedness. I hope it will help many of the new people who have been coming to the website. click here

November 23, 2008 - "Staying Warm" A huge storm moves into your area and suddenly you find yourself without electricity and heat! What do you do? You're not prepared for an emergency situation. You have some water and cans of food but the temperature is rapidly dropping. You could start a fire in the fireplace, but you don't have a fireplace. Now what? Click here

November 22, 2008 - "Military Preparing for Martial Law" The very act of getting ready to impose martial law upon American citizens is not new. Here is a video provided by a visitor that clearly shows this occurrence in the year 2000. Good job Dave. click here

November 21, 2008 - "Martial Law Plans Revealed?" Here is an interesting video of Representative John Haller. A republican from Pennsylvania's 12 District. This was on CSPAN. Click here

November 20, 2008 - "Various types of Bug out Bags" There are many different types of emergencies and each of them may require diverse types of bug out bags. The reason for the various bags is that often you must size up the situations and determine what would be necessary in the way of survival equipment. An example would be if your vehicle were to break down and you find it necessary to walk to your destination you would need a different type of bag as opposed to a situation where you would be at a fixed location. Click here

November 19, 2008 - "Bamboo for emergency purposes" Bamboo tends to be one of the very fastest growing plants in the world. Their rapid growth rate can reach up to 3 to 4 feet per day. This equates to 1.5 to 2.0 inches per hour. Click here

November 18, 2008 - "Save Money on Heating Costs" Reduce Heating Costs With These Money Saving Tips. If you live in a region that is cold in the winter, heating costs take a big bite out of your monthly budget for 25 - 50% of the year. Click here

November 18, 2008 - "All About Salt" For decades salt has been viewed as a dietary enemy, linked almost universally in peoples' minds with hypertension. But studies in recent years have called into question salt's role in causing or exacerbating high blood pressure. While no one can say for sure that salt is blameless, it is obvious that the way salt works and its effects is still not fully understood. Click here

November 17, 2008 - "MI5 Discover Al-Qaeda Buying Ambulances on Ebay" MI5 have warned Britain’s cash-strapped National Health Services that dozens of ambulances–along with old police cars and fire engines past their sell-by date–are being snapped up by al-Qaeda operatives in the United Kingdom to mount suicide bomb attacks. We as Americans should be watching this very closely. Click here

November 17, 2008 - Just a note to let everyone know that beginning Sunday I will be removing the 44 CD set on Self Sufficiency. If you still need to download them you can Click here

November 16, 2008 - I have uploaded some pictures of the new BOV that I have acquired. It is a 1992 Chevy S-10 Blazer with a 6 cylinder engine in it. I picked it up with all the options that you see in the pictures. I still have many of my own to put in it but that will happen with time. Click here

Those who forget history are doomed to repeat it!

November 16, 2008 - "Can we save our Country?" I have proposed an idea here that I seriously hope many of our visitors will take serious. Every organization these days seems to be making use of the web in their efforts to obtain support for their various causes regardless of what they may be. I feel that we as survivalists can do exactly the same thing. Click here

November 15, 2008 - "Outdoor Survival Tips (DIRECTION)" Nature can supply everything that is essential to survival but the secret isn’t just availability. The secret to survival is knowing what you need, where to look for it and how to use it to your advantage. Click here

November 15, 2008 - "Disaster Survival Questions You May Want to Ask yourself" There is zero doubt that the time are changing. With recent hurricanes, economic meltdown, and Mr. Dick Bin Laden still on the loose, natural or man made disasters are now more a part of our lives than ever. Here are several important questions which you should give some serious thought to. Click here

November 15, 2008 - "Survival in a Barter Economy" A barter economy is an economy that lacks a commonly accepted currency, so all exchanges must be made with goods and services because money does not exist in these economies. Without the use of money, trade would be reduced to barter, or the direct exchange of one commodity for another. Click here

Just a quick note to let everyone know that the Bug out vehicle has been sold. In its place I have acquired a 1992 Chevy S-10 Blazer 4X4. I will be posting pictures of that as soon as I get them taken.

November 14, 2008 - "Bug Out Bag Contents" Here is my November 14, 2008 update on my personal BOB list. It is far from complete and is always in a state of modification. Perhaps this will help you to establish your own list as a starting point. I am always on the lookout for additional items so don't hesitate to let me know. click here

November 13, 2008 - "The American Veterans and Service members Survival Guide" Veterans for America is proud to release The American Veterans and Service members Survival Guide today. click here

November 13, 2008 - "Prepare now for winter storms" It won’t be long before winter sets in and the inevitable happens - the power goes out. Being stuck without electricity or trying to drive in a winter storm can turn from inconvenient to dangerous in no time. Being prepared can make it a little easier when an emergency strikes. Click here

November 12, 2008 - "Group Survival Quiz" :This winter survival quiz is popularly given in college classes for group dynamics / organizational behavior with the objective being to match your (or your group’s) score against that of the expert’s. Click here

November 12, 2008 - "Total Resistance" This is a legendary work by the famed Swiss expert on guerrilla warfare, Major H. von Dach. Survivalists have rediscovered this important study on resistance and underground operations, some making it the keystone of their libraries. Well-written and illustrated with easy-to-understand drawings, Total Resistance analyzes and overviews the techniques needed to overcome an invading force, formation of guerrilla units, weapons, food and medical considerations, ambushes, sabotage and much more. Click here

November 11, 2008 - "David's Tool Kit A Citizen’s Guide to Taking Out Big Brother’s Heavy Weapons" What do you do when faced with the overwhelming firepower of a ruthless authority? FIGHT BACK, that’s what. Weapons expert Ragnar Benson provides citizens defenders with the information they need to mount a successful campaign against overwhelming odds...and win! Here is a book for educational use only. Click here

Delmarva Survival Training Salutes our Veterans on this day. All veterans receive a free cup of coffee at my restaurant in Delmar Delaware today. It isn't much compared to what many of you have given me but it is my way of say thank you for what you have done for all of America.

November 11, 2008 - "Life after Doomsday - A Survivalist Guide to Nuclear War and other Major Disasters" This unique manual shows you how to survive a nuclear nightmare by providing an exhaustive investigation of survival strategies and of the problems that will face those who survive. The author outlines step-by-step procedures for preparing and defending shelters, storing food, treating illnesses and injuries and understanding the psychology of survival. With its dozens of useful charts, lists, drawings and photos, this book also serves as an excellent reference on surviving any major disaster. Click here

November 10, 2008 marks the 233rd birthday of the United States Marine Corps. Delmarva Survival Training would like to wish all our Marines a Happy Birthday!

November 10, 2008 - "Making Your Own Ethanol" Haven't tried this yet, but based on discussion about making your own methane and/or gas, thought this article by Fred Musser at www.e85tips.com/ was interesting - especially for someone with land enough to grow initial feedstock or fruit used. Click here

November 10, 2008 - "Making a Homemade Brooder" If you are going to hatch your own chicks at your bug out retreat you don’t just need an incubator, you will have to have a place to put those chicks after they hatch and for that you need a brooder. Click here

November 10, 2008 - "Wildflower Recipes Part 2 Fried Dandelion Blossoms" Dandelions are probably one of the best known flowers but are also probably the least appreciated. However it should be appreciated since every part of this small yellow wildflower, from it flower to its roots are edible. Click here

November 10, 2008 -""Wildflower Recipes Part 1 Violet Jelly" I know there are people who feel their lawn should be perfect with no weeds showing anywhere and they work very hard to achieve such a lovely plot of grass. These same people would look at my lawn, if it can be called that, and think my only object was to grow those weeds they work so hard to get rid of on their lawns. Click here

November 9, 2008 - "How to Make a Self-Rotating Food Storage for Canned Goods" Read on to learn a great system for being able to stock up on your canned goods. With it, you can keep them organized. Make sure you use the old ones first before the new ones. Read on to learn more. click here

November 9, 2008 - "Homemade MRE" If you ever priced MREs, you'll find they're just about $8.00 a meal. Though it'll last for five years, I find this just a little pricey for what I'm getting. Since we are on the subject of homemade MRE's here is another article with a slightly different twist to it. click here

November 9, 2008 - "Homemade M.R.E.'s" A while back when I first started thinking about storing food for an emergency I was not sure where to start. The disadvantage of the store bought M.R.E.'s is that they are a bit expensive, compared to what you could prepare for yourself in a homemade M.R.E. Click here

November 8, 2008 - "Survival Kit Preparation Guide" Outdoor enthusiasts face challenging obstacle when trying to prepare for an unfortunate camping, hiking, hunting, or fishing emergency. The variety of disaster situations that can occur to even a seasoned outdoor enthusiast makes it strikingly difficult to prepare essential equipment and supplies for any emergency. Building a survival kit can be frustrating, time-consuming, and expensive. Click here

November 8, 2008 - "Got Gas?" We all have been amaze recently as the price of this commodity has slowly been decreasing. Now that gas has reached some pretty low prices ($2.02 in some places) it would be a good time to possibly store some up. Click here

November 8, 2008 - "Where will you go?" Many people are a bit uncomfortable with the results of the November election and as such have considered a possible relocation to a foreign nation. Many have expressed a notion for possibly traveling to Mexico or to one of the South American countries. A few have said that they are seer5iously considering Australia as a future home. Click here

November 7, 2008 - "Winter Weather Terms" In many areas of the country, winters can bring extremely heavy snowfall, dangerous ice storms, deadly blizzards and extremely cold temperatures created by dangerous wind chill effects. To be properly prepared for severe winter weather, make sure you understand the common terms used to refer to the different types of winter weather. Click here

November 7, 2008 - "Small Personal Survival Kit" What can you carry on your person, in your clothes pockets and purse, that can be used as a small personal survival kit? Click here

We currently have about 4 people who are interested in getting together as a small survival group. This group would be created to exchange ideas and thoughts relating to survival and to complete various survival related training. We can also obtain bulk purchases of survival items in order to save the various members money in obtaining survival necessities. If anyone is interested please contact me at info@ survival-training.info

November 6, 2008 - "Last of Umatilla Chemical Depot's deadly nerve agent destroyed" Hopefully this information is true. No more nerve gas remains at the Umatilla Chemical Depot. The last of the deadly agent was destroyed at 2:58 p.m. Wednesday after four years of work. Now the depot is ready to move on to its stockpile of less lethal mustard blister agent. Click here

November 6, 2008 - "Mormon Canaries and Self-Reliance" Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are taught to prepare for emergencies by having a one-year food storage as well as an immediate two-week supply of food, water, and money. Although I am not of their faith as a survivalist I have nothing but respect for them and I am sure that we could all learn something from the Mormons and benefit from their experience. click here

November 6, 2008 - "Emergency Preparedness Packets" We often think we are prepared for just about every situation that could possibly occur to us. I have created a plan to deal with many of the daily items that we would need to make our isolated life bearable. I have a 5 gallon bucket in my food storage room that is completely dedicated to holding the various condiment packets that one gets from the various fast food restaurants. Click here

Soap making can be very useful during extended periods of survival in the wild. We are currently planning a hands on training session in the month of November on the fine art of making soap. we will post the information as we get the program developed.

November 6, 2008 - "Survival Gear Camping in the Backwoods" A backwoods adventure can be either a family tradition or a situation that requires urgent actions. Here is an article that is initially written for camping outdoors as a family however you can easily adapt it to our current survival strategy. Click here

November 5, 2008 - "Weapons Cache 101" I don't believe in burying weapons. Still, I have received so many emails about this that I guess I need to mention something. Whatever you do you need to keep at least one weapon set (pistol and rifle) with you along with the accompanying ammo. But for those with extensive arsenals who want to secure them better and outside of the 'gun safe' method read on. Click here

Well folks it is over. It appears that Mr. Obama has won the election. Guess now I can get back to writing and finding more information on survival as we are really going to need it now.

November 5, 2008 - "Ammunition Reloading class Held" The New Place in Town Restaurant was the site of the November 4th Ammunition Reloading class instructed by Wayne Lukert. Mr. Lukert started the class with a short discussion of the various ammunition sizes and characteristics. He next moved into the professional manuals that are associated with each of the types of ammo available. Click here

November 4, 2008 - America this is the kind of person you are trying to put into office. Here is a video concerning Obama, Khalidi, and Ayers - Terrorist Friends. Click here

November 4, 2008 - Obama's feelings towards the Coal Industry" This audio interview PROVES that Barack Obama wants to BANKRUPT the coal industry, which would affect states like Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Indiana, etc. Coal states be very afraid. Click here

November 4, 2008 - What To Expect When Martial Law Is Declared" After the coming economic financial collapse, a state of world-wide martial law will be declared. Considering the current events which are in direct alignment with documented plans for totalitarian one-world government, (white paper plans published by the Tri-Lateral Commission, Council on Foreign Relations, and Club of Rome), martial law will be imposed without official dissent upon the various countries of the world. Click here

November 4, 2008 - "Are you Prepared for Obama" Here is an interesting but true video concerning Obama. Click here

November 4, 2008 - "Adapt to Survive" You are incredibly mistaken if you think you can store up enough to see you through bad times. You are wrong, dead wrong. When I say store up, I'm talking, food, provisions, tools, barter equipment, and whatever. Click here

November 4, 2008 - "The Death of America" If history has taught us nothing else through the centuries it should have taught us that the best forecasters of the future are the events which transpired in the past. Sometimes the past does not have to be that far removed from the present to give us an accurate glimpse of the future. Sometimes what happened yesterday, or last year will give us an inkling what's going to happen tomorrow, next week or next year. Click here

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November 4, 2008 - Would you like to write some articles relating to survival for the Delmarva Survival Training web site? If so here is your chance to get published on the web and start a new career. For more information Click here

November 3, 2008 - "Prisons and Other Institutions Amidst a Societal Collapse" Many people have expressed concern about the criminal element that is currently behind bars and what would happen in the even of a complete social collapse. Here is a statement from someone who actually has a job at a prison. Click here

November 3, 2008 - "Delmarva Survival Training to Offer more Emergency Preparedness Training" Emergency preparedness is not something reserved only for first responders or government personnel. In fact Delmarva Survival Training is scheduling a series of seminars that will be held in Delmar Delaware during the month of November and December to help you get ready in the event of a major disaster. Click here

November 3, 2008 - "Voting is your civic duty as well as a privilege" On November 4th US citizens will once again vote for a new president, 1/3 of our US senate and all the members of our current congress. There will be countless state as well as local elections taking place along with innumerable referendums placed on the ballot that same day. Click here

November 3, 2008 - "Can Obama Pull Off A Hugo Chavez…You can bet your assets" The Violent Crime Control Act of 1994 provides additional powers to the President of the United States, allowing the suspension of the Constitution and Constitutional rights of Americans during a “drug crisis”. It provides for the construction of detention camps, seizure of property, and military control of populated areas. Click here

November 3, 2008 - "Time change is also a time for preparedness" Delmarva Survival Training would like to remind people to change fire alarm and radio batteries at this time. It is also a good time to inspect your bug out bags to ensure that they are ready whenever an emergency should strike your area. Click here

November 3 2008 - "Homemade Rat Poison" As you can imagine when the SHTF rats can become a major problem facing every section of our society. Many people even today experience problems associated with these large rodents. People tend to keep cats and other animals as pets and really hate to risk the chances of using a commercial rat poison. They would simply be devastated if their favorite kitty ended up eating the product. Click here

November 3, 2008 - "A Gnawing Issue - Rat Teeth" When most people think of rats, they envision long, yellow teeth chewing away at everything in their path. The word "rodent" is derived from the Latin word rodere, which means "to gnaw," a name well-deserved by our little friends. Learn something about this creatures ability to literally bit through anything. Click here

November 2, 2008 - "Emergency Car Kit" While we all are working on our BOVs and various other remote stashes, etc. we can tend to forget about the little emergencies that cause havoc in our daily lives. One of the most common things to happen is a failure of some variety with your regular, every day car. Click here

November 2, 2008 - "CB's and vehicle Wiring" There is too much info that needs to be addressed regarding the 'proper" way to install mobile/portable CB and ham gear. We cannot afford to let this info get buried as there is too much at stake. Click here

November 2, 2008 - "Ideas for Vehicle Considerations" Many have differing ideas, some on finances, some on practical experiences. Where as new is nice and warranted, warranty does not come into practice when off the grid and out of the light so to speak. Click here

November 1, 2008 - "Basics to a BOV" Having a BOV and actually using it can be two different things. First off, a BOV doesn't have to be a surplus military vehicle or something huge to qualify as a BOV. click here

November 1, 2008 - "Barack Obama's campaign allows untraceable pre-paid credit cards" I believe Americans may be witnessing the biggest fraud in our history as it pertains to the massive and unprecedented amounts of money pouring in to Barack Obama's campaign possibly from those who are not allowed to contribute to a presidential election. Click here

November 1, 2008 - Obama aunt from Kenya living in US illegally" Well this should shed a little light upon this man's family as well as his ideals. Click here

November 1, 2008 - Obama's "My Muslim Faith".He finally admits it. Here is an interesting video where Obama actually states "His Muslim Faith". Click here