[AquaHull]

I've been slashed, cross-checked and butt ended with a hockey stick enough to now it can be a good weapon. I'm even missing a couple teeth, with some scars as well

 

[Lucky Jim]

..I think the pushing issue, however, is the lone wolf thing. It is important to have associates in your prepping. Someone has to be watching your back. You need people you can trust..

Yeah, but when bellies get empty can we trust other members of our group not to kill and eat us?
There are ample examples of cannibalism within groups in true exploration/survival stories.
"I don't trust anybody except myself, that's why I'm still alive"- Del Tarrant (space trader/rebel) in Blakes Seven

Anyway some people would actually PREFER being a Lone Wolf in a SHTF world, I like to think I'd be like that.
Another reason for going it alone is that your food supply dramatically drops the more mouths there are in your group..

 

[scramble4a5]

You sound like a well rounded young lady. Just my opinion but if you opt not to carry a firearm or form a partnership with someone maybe consider getting a bigger, well trained dog for protection. But if the stuff really hits the fan you could expect the really bad guys to harm your dog too. So a firearm makes sense.

 

[jc-hunter]

I got into prepping after i bought my ruger 10/22! its lite weight and i put a slig on it. also picked up the ruger sr22. do not underestimate the value of having 17oz (sr22) on your person. 525rounds will cost you 30 bux and weigh about 2 lbs. you cant afford to not have one. if your state is no hang guns till yer 21 then a ruger 10/22 will be an excellent choice. i applaud you... and challenge you to kick it up a notch and consider a side arm.

i too have no where to go or people to go with but im pretty much ready with my bug out bag. i have two as i will enlist someone that want to live on my way out of town. as 1 is none and 2 is1 when it comes to emergencies. in my corner i am well trained and practiced with fire arms.

I second these statements. If you go with any .22 LR, consider Aguila Supermax ammo . In a Rifle it has 204 foot lbs. of energy. This is the best .22lr ammo for self defense . About $40 for 500 rds. When you shoot it , compared to regular .22 ammo, you will really see and feel the difference.

 

[Denton]

Nice to meet ya! Stick around the board, and plunder through the board. There are many ways to do the same thing, and there are a lot of smart people on this board with different ideas. Pick through, get the ideas that fit you.

Here are a couple of musts, though, if the S slams into the F and it is chaos time.

You MUST have a firearm. Period. People will be panicking, and bad people will be off the leash. Be ready for the threats. Live with the burden of a heavier load than die empty handed. I'd rather shoot someone in the face with a .22LR rife at 20 feet than hit them with a staff.

Second point, get with good, like-minded people. Your chances of survival will go up, considerably. ATL is going to be a dangerous area, and there will be you and several HUNDRED thousands scrambling out of the city death trap. There is a reason why the army uses squads and platoons, so don't try and be a Lone Wolf McQuade. Take PrepperRecon and Leon's advice, and make sure you tag up with Leon; he has crazy-mad skills you definitely need to learn from him!

 

[Lucky Jim]

..so don't try and be a Lone Wolf McQuade!..

Unless you'd be happier on your own..
There are some good people out there, and there are some who are pains, so choose carefully which to hang with.
Choose bad and you'll be in a world o' hurt-
"If you hang around with losers you become a loser"- Donald Trump

 

[WoadWarrior]

WOW!! This was so cool to watch!

It was cute... too bad it was staged and not a real fight.

Umm... for those wondering if you scared her off. Kim only posted twice (on 5 Sep)... and hasn't logged in again since 6 Sep... so it seems she dropped in and dropped out. Oh well... we seem to have a bunch of those that make the effort to join and post once or twice and then never come back. Sad... since this forum could be the one thing that makes a difference for them.

 

[StarPD45]

There are none so blind as those who will not see.

I hope she makes it, whatever she does.

 

[bennettvm]

You have the right mindset. I would advise that you purchase at least 1 good handgun, as well as a rifle. Having a dog is great - protection, etc. My family and I have 3 large dogs and our bug out plan is very similar to yours. Head to the Appalachian mountains here in Virginia. Do you have any longer term plans in place? A bug out bag is a good start, but I think planning for 1-2 weeks. Do you have a tent? camping gear, etc? Pepper spray? Do you have 3 different ways to make a fire? A hunting rifle - .22 even would help you hunt for food. Along with your fishing gear this would improve your chances. Message me if you have any questions or comments. Good Luck.

 

[ekim]

Female or not, being alone is not the way to go. You need to find someone else you can trust, male or female. You can't watch your back 24/7 and everyone needs to sleep. Hand defense is a last resort. A small handgun is a minimum be it a .22 or what ever. Unless your the exception, your not going to be GI Jane, don't waste the time trying, a few good friends are much better.

 

[shooter]

Do you have a bug out location? Or do you plan on living off nature? I ask as a lot of people plan on living off nature when SHTF but most people would not survive very long doing this. Its much harder then most people think, and there are to many variables to deal with. So the first thing I would look for would be a good bug out location. If can be a friends family cabin, and you let them know that if there is ever an emergency you plan to head there. (Make sure they are okay with this) Stock up some food and water there, (maybe offer to store enough so they can use it as well since you are using there place.)

As for your dog I agree that the mental and emotional support that can bring is a big deal. I have 2 dogs and plan on bringing them with me. For several reasons one is a very good gofer/rat/squirrel catcher, and the other is very good at warning me when anything comes near, and is a good hunting dog.

As for the firearm. That really is a personal choice. If you plan on living off nature a firearm would be very helpful. However you could also hunt with a bow or crossbow, which is nice a they are quite so others in the area won’t hear you and therefore you have less chance of being discovered. Or find a high powered pellet gun (1200fps+) if possible, as you can carry 1000’s of 177 pellets for little weight and space. And in a pinch you can use either the bow/crossbow or pellet gun in self defense. However if you don’t want to carry a firearm please carry several cans of pepper spray and 1 or 2 cans of bear spray.

And lastly you should find a good group of fellow people to bug out with. As having a group will greatly increase your odds of getting to you bug out location. But make sure you feel safe with the people before you commit to anything, as there would be nothing worse then finding out the bug out group you are a part of has other plans for you or that you can’t trust them when you are bugging out.

Hope this helps

 

[kyletx1911a1]

But bottom line is dont be fooled you need some type of firearm period!!!!!
As people have said on here if you are on your own what do you do with a 200lb + man( nothing!!) what do you do with multiple attackers?(nothing!!!) miss lady prepping aint no joke!!
Your only job is to survive, evade!! Escape!!! And live to fight another day.

We all want to trust someone, but if you are out there all alone then what?
End of the day miss you need a firearm, of some type, then train, prep plan maps, bob, good boots,
First aide, then screw up the courage to come to understand that you might be alone for a period.
Sorry lady for going on a rant, but certian rules apply.
In my opinion when prepping your mind set has( must) change!!!
And for you wanting to prep is a start.
But now one must come to terms with what one is willing to do?

 

[AsteroidX]

Marry Me..the single prepper guy and then we got wondertwin powars ::rambo:: :-o

 

[kyletx1911a1]

the form of a cobra ah 4 s model ^^^^^^ way ta beg nice opening line

 

[inceptor]

Marry Me..the single prepper guy and then we got wondertwin powars ::rambo:: :-o

Did you notice she has only 2 posts?

 

[kyletx1911a1]

too intense mabye?or was it our breath

 

[Denton]

Did you notice she has only 2 posts?

That is why he proposed. He figured it was a safe move.

 

[kyletx1911a1]

^^^^^ lol

 

[JAGER]

You’re not in it by yourself that's for sure. You have a huge family at your side: US, Preppers. I know there are loads of preppers in/around ATL that I'm sure would love for you to join their group. Be careful not to join the tree hugging hippie group that thinks firearms will only cause them trouble! I know you think firearms only slow you down, but thrust me they will help you in the long run If/when SHTF. You don't need no fancy firearms instructor. Go to the local range and talk with the shooters there. They will help you at a far better rate than an instructor=FOR FREE. I would get a 9mm or a 22lr pistol for sure for starters with at least a 4-5inch barrel. The new Ruger MARK pistol is very nice and accurate. Easy to hide and conceal if needed. Then get a rifle of some sort maybe a Ruger 10/22 in 22lr. Buy the 25-30 round mags while their legal (Thanks and **** you Oboma for trying to take that away). I'm a 45acp freak, but I think a 45 might be a wee much when you get into ammo weight & recoil. I haven't seen very many men say ooohh that 22lr or 9mm didn't hurt at all may I have another round to my temple! Then train, train and train! When you can hit a orange with your pistol at 25 yards mission accomplished. I lived in Albany, GA for 16 years! Got to say I misssss GA damn near every day!

 

[Thesigkid]

Find a retreat location and learn an off-the-beaten-path route to reach it. Said location should be close to water, have some kind of stable shelter (you'd be amazed by the difference a lean-to shelter will provide when compared to the open elements.) also camoflouge this area and set up signs that indicate biological or nuclear contamination of the area to deter any intruders, this should keep the distance necessary that your dog wouldn't sound off and blow cover. Other than making it to a decently established retreat area the rest is survival know how. Things like water purification, trapping hunting, scavenging, ect are the real tricks to survival.

If I were you (secretly I am you, I'm 23 from the Appalachian area of VA and a prepper with the foreseeable lone wolf future I assume you're preparing for) I would place food water and weapon storage in this location. Buy havaheart traps to set around this local so if you catch breedable animals you have said option, also ,further out, set snares on animal paths for catching larger game (here's where a gun comes into play, if its your first time killing than a knife will be too personal/dangerous) other deterants of unwanted guest such as marauders and such requires a much more taboo know how but if you're interested in this info I can forward them to you via pdf.


Henry .22 survival rifle (it breaks down to nothing so it's not like having a gun strapped to your back at all times) and a small compact .38 or 9mm mostly used for escaping the suburbs and a just in case scenario.

Be sure your pup makes it with you, companionship (for most people) is essential.

Bandana and charcoal (aside from bleach and potable agua) is the best form of water purification.

Take seeds with you so hopefully you can procure a small garden.

There's literally a 10000000 different things in the guide to survival, pick things you think you'll be good at, gardening, trapping, breeding rabbits and live the best way you can .

Good luck and if you want any more tips let me know.