Any New Mexico preppers out there?
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I don't have much time or money, so I don't know about the leadership aspect, but I can contribute something. It would be nice to know the like minded people in the community so we can collectively purchase bulk items, buy/sell/trade stuff. I know there are over 100 HAM radio operators in the area, but I don't know any of them or if they are preppers. They would be nice to know when the SHTF. I am a nurse, so I could offer limited medical services. I have some knowledge of herbs and alternative medicine. No scholar by any means, but enough to help someone through something.swrep said:This is my first day reviewing the subject and I think there are number of people that would be interested in an
Edgewood/east mountains group. You sound like a good leader candidate!
I think I will work on that flyer this weekend. I can put it up at Smith's and maybe some feed stores. any idea where else one could go?
I'm in the Santa Fe area and would be interested in such a group. Any prep or survivalist groups up here n Santa Fe? Would lIke to share ideas. Also was wondering where one can get those clean square like plastic (250 gal?) containers with cage around them for possibly storing potable water. I've seen them on pickups occasionally. Thanks!
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I saw some on Craigs List. They were asking $100 for them, $80 if 3 or more were purchased. They were listed under Albuquerque. I don't know if they are still listed. I live in the East Mountain area, but in the far southwest corner of Santa Fe County.
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Prepping for emergencies, depends on what kind of emergency you are prepping for, and then you take it from there.
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I am in the cotton country by Lubbock, TX. Those white plastic containers with the metal cage ALL contain numerous chemicals from hydrogen peroxide to Roundup and stuff more toxic. I have looked into them because they would be great for water, BUT none are usable.
I have checked with several chemical companys and all discourage them for anything other than what they were made for. They are not "food grade" which means chemical can leach into the plastic even with complete cleaning. I thought the hydrogen peroxide ones would be ok but the consentration is too great to take a chance. No one has a source for getting them new and even if you could the cost would be too much.
I am staying with my 55, 35, and 5 gallon food grade blue barrels. They take up a lot of room, but I know it will be clean when we need them.
I have checked with several chemical companys and all discourage them for anything other than what they were made for. They are not "food grade" which means chemical can leach into the plastic even with complete cleaning. I thought the hydrogen peroxide ones would be ok but the consentration is too great to take a chance. No one has a source for getting them new and even if you could the cost would be too much.
I am staying with my 55, 35, and 5 gallon food grade blue barrels. They take up a lot of room, but I know it will be clean when we need them.
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Howdy from Silver city representing the 575...
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Also looking for people or a group in new mexico hope to bring this thread up from the dead
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Hey there saahnairb I just started an account on this forum and have not even made a profile yet. I know its been a while since you asked but I am in Santa and have been for nine years. Are you still around? I am hoping to find peoper for mutual assistance group or just to have someone to talk with. most of my people in my life are pretty into things being normal and stating that way
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