I think this is the beginnings of an economy based on perpetual growth and fossil fuel energy running headlong into geological energy constraints. Basically I see an undulatory downward path for the rest of my life. From here out, I think any rallies in our economic condition are going to be met with spiking commodity prices that knock us right back down.
Joined: May 13, 2008 Posts: 31 Location: North Florida
Posted: Fri May 16, 2008 12:34 pm Post subject: Map of Local Resources?
Hello All!,
Lately, while driving to and from the homestead, I have been finding myself taking notice of Pecan Trees, Bamboo and Sugarcane patches, a fresh water spring, and other local resources, all of the above are on county or state land.
I have been thinking, that I probably will not be able to remember all of these places and should create a map, maybe including a radius of 5 miles around our place, of all the resources available, if our resources run out, or a storm that takes out our crops for a season, etc. ALSO, maybe something happens to me, the main provider of the family, this information would be helpful a very helpful tool to the family left behind.
Yes, I know, it is better to be prepared ahead of time, and we are working to becoming self sufficient , but if nothing else, it can't hurt to have a backup plan.? I also realize that many of these resources will be hit before I need them, but I also plan to get familiar with the "off the beaten path" resources also. _________________ FL Fireman
Joined: Apr 03, 2004 Posts: 6972 Location: My Grandkids' Farm
Posted: Fri May 16, 2008 12:44 pm Post subject: Re: Map of Local Resources?
Way back when we lived close to town, close to a tertiary target airport, close to a railroad switch yard and container lift, etc. I had some printed plans along with bags for various situations in a handy place. Meet-up locations, instructions for routes and stuff.
But we also biked around, got off and picked berries and ate wild peaches along the canal banks - great emergency routes where you have them and if you have a pair of bolt cutters handy.
Maybe take your bikes out for a ride now and then, mention this feature and that one, explore here and there, no notes necessary! _________________ Make a plan and work it:
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