J. W. Meyer - Simple Survival: The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for Dangerous Situations and Emergency Survival

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Simple Survival:
The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for
Dangerous Situations and Emergency Survival

Justin W. Meyer

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or electronic or mechanical methods, without prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in reviews and certain other non-commercial uses permitted by copyright law.

Neither the author nor the publishers can accept any responsibility for any loss, injury or damage caused as a result of the techniques described in this publication, nor for any prosecutions or proceedings brought or instigated against any person or body that may result from using these techniques. The first aid procedures described in this publication are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical care. The author and publisher expressly recommend the use of proper safety procedures when implementing techniques within this publication. Misuse of this information could result in serious injury for which the author and publisher disclaim liability.

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For Mom

Your teaching, guidance and love has woven itself
into immeasurable aspects of my life.

I am a better man because of it!

T he world that we live in is unpredictable. Its full of hazards that can develop in a moments notice. I dont mean to paint a grim picture, but catastrophic weather, shocking accidents, and terrifying acts are part of our reality. Dont believe me? Just turn on the world news for a week! One day is likely enough.

This guide will provide you with valuable knowledge that will allow you to properly confront these situations when they arise. My book lays out simple guidance and procedures that can be used by people of all backgrounds and skill levelsyoung and old alike.

Since childhood, I have studied and implemented survival techniques into my life by trial and error. Throughout my adult life, I have been involved with a group of close friends who have taken any survival information we could find and actually tested it in the field. I have also spent time in the military serving as a U.S. Army Airborne Ranger. As a soldier, fighting in multiple combat deployments, I learned a great deal concerning this topic. My years of experience have taken me into every one of earths climate zones (except the arctic), but as a long-time resident of Wisconsin, I am no stranger to the extreme cold either. That being said, you do not need a list of credentials or years of practice to benefit from this book.

By incorporating these tips and basic skills you will become mentally stronger, more resourceful, and better prepared for potentially hazardous situations. Before long, you will find that much of what you learn here is going to find its way into your everyday life and it will come through paths that you never expected. Get used to saying, Im glad I was ready for that!

Often, we are not talking about life and death here. There is a good chance that you will frequently use these skills to help others who were not prepared. I am not a doctor, but there have been a great many times that a bit of knowledge and some common medical supplies have come into play.

Once, two of my survival companions and I were on a two-week canoe trip into a remote wilderness area in Northern Minnesota and Canada called the Boundary Waters. It is a place of profound beauty that is virtually untouched by civilization. While at camp one afternoon, another canoe came over to us in need of help. One of the guys in their group had seriously cut his hand while preparing food and they could not get the bleeding to stop. The simple med kit they brought only had a few small bandages.

They were not prepared. I was able to provide them with some crucial knowledge and coagulation powder to stop the bleeding. With heavy bandage and gauze, he was able to properly wrap the wound. Would that guy have died? I am quite certain that he would have made it, but they were a few days from civilization and that is a long time to bleed! The point is that with a bit of know-how and the right supplies, I was able to help make a difference.

I can honestly guarantee that the things you learn in this book will allow you to make a difference too. There is a profound satisfaction that comes with being able to help another. That canoer was someone that I didnt know and will never see again. Think about your friends and family. How deeply do you care about them? I promise that one day when you least expect it, you WILL need this information.

Dont be the one who says it wont happen to me. Its a trap for the weak! Dont be the one who is afraid and helpless when things get ugly or you and your loved ones are in need. The regret will leave you numb with emptiness. Be the one who others look to because you have the solution. Be the one who has what is needed when the time comes. Be the one who will confidently take action that is reinforced with the proper knowledge. You CAN be the one who is able to make the difference!

Through countless experiences, this knowledge has proven itself time and time again. Some of this wisdom, simple though it may be, has remained valid for thousands of years. Other portions will incorporate the use of modern advancements. Each chapter of Simple Survival will bring you closer to being prepared for the worst. The pieces are here. Now, its time to pick up what youve been missing.

Albert Einstein

S urvival skills are for everyone. It is something that has followed humanity since the dawn of time. Unfortunately, as years passed, the ease of modern convenience and technology has taken us farther and farther away from those critical skills. It has left us with a civilization that is no longer self-reliant. Most of our population is unknowing and ill-prepared.

Losing these skills does not mean that we no longer need them. It does not mean that we are no longer faced with problems, emergencies, and natural disasters. It means that when these situations arise, the greater majority will be blindsided and succumb to the detrimental effects of what has taken place. More often than not, we do not have the power to prevent every negative circumstance. That is reality. What we do have is the ability to equip ourselves mentally and physically with the proper tools to deal with those circumstances when they are encountered.

We can see evidence of people suffering every day because of forgotten knowledge and the loss of abilities which allow us to persevere while under duress. Tragedy is still commonplace across the globe. The indicators show that the struggle is widespread and often far more intense than it should be.

This is simply due to one major factor. The populace just does not know what to do when disaster strikes. The scary thing is that we watch these things happening to people every day on the television. We are aware of the potential risk. We know that it is commonplace. The obvious is laid out before us and yet for some reason many choose to put blinders on. This is a mistake.