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Need advice for survivalist backpack camping
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[quote:Anonymous Coward 384893:MV81ODEyNjZfODg2MzUyMl9FOEMyRDhGRQ==] [quote:DX 432031] I've spent a year sleeping on the jungle floor-guess that qualifies me a little. Get a gun!!! What kind depends on where your at and what you can handle. There's a fairly good gun thread going on now. Generally speaking a good 20 gauge shotgun isn't too bad of a ladies gun and it has pretty decent stopping power. For rifles if you don't want to spend too much, the sks is almost impossable to beat in terms of bang for the buck and reliability. In addition to ammo make sure you get a cleaning kit and understand your weapon!!! Stay away from the mini 14's they don't hold up in harsh environments and may fail when you need it the most. The sks is the real deal. Make sure you have a couple of boxes of hollow point ammo in case you need to hunt. Get some stripper clips (at least 20)-make sure you know how to assemble and disasemble your rifle-keep the bayonet! I would keep the original wood (you may want a bottle of Tru-Oil for your gun stock. Buy a decent amount of ammo-a box of 7.62X39 (20 rounds)runs about $4.69 at Cheaper Than Dirt. Inquire about case prices-should be cheaper. You can get stripper clips and ammo pouches on ebay. Also get a good poncho and several canteens. Learn how to start a fire using a bow. Strike anywhere matches-dip them in hot parafin or candle/bees wax. Mosquito netting and or Deep Woods OFF. A lot of good survival vids on youtube- (survivalistblog). Cultivate an attitude of survival-don't let your guard down! Fishing gear and camp near but above water-don't leave trails. Hope this helps! [/quote] I am excited about working up to a 7 day adventure. I just hope that I get to, before it becomes mandatory. I grew up around hunting. I however, am not much with a weapon. I guess starvation would ensure my aim improved. [/quote]
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I have been on only one "felt like zillion" mile wilderness overnight camping trip, and dozens of regular campground type tent trips. I have studied online about gear, have bought some gear, have checked out and read library books, etc. What I really need is personal experience tips from some of you rambo types or others that have been backpack camping or know secrets of survival.
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