I started thinking a few years ago about the need to make preparations for survival . After Katrina, I started acquiring supplies should the need arise to "Shelter in Place". But, I also realize that there may be a need to bug out, and/or live for an indefinite period of time, or even permanently, without the advantages of government (never thought I would say those words!) or an organized economy. Aside from the few survival experts, no one will be able to survive entirely on their own. I read an interesting article, recommending small survival groups, where people provided skills for the group. I thought that this would be an excellent idea. So, I am looking for survival groups in the Las Vegas area. My wife and I both have skills to offer such a group. I am a Physician Assistant, with 18 years experience in Family Practice and Urgent Care. Plus, prior to this, I was a Paramedic for 22 years (I'm 54- joined a volunteer rescue squad in the Richmond VA area when I was 16, and remained active until I moved to Las Vegas in 1991). My wife is retired, but was an electrical engineer. With the proper equipment, she can repair things such as communications equipment, etc. She used to be a high level design engineer for Cisco Systems, where she holds 4 patents. Her background was analog power systems, meaning she designed the power supplies for routers, mainframes, etc. Those are skills which would come in handy should a small community try to set up a power generating system. I also own several handguns, along with a shotgun and AR15 rifle, things that I have on hand to protect the family, but also would lend themselves to the same purpose for a group. I also have a small supply of ammo for the guns. I do practice shooting as often as possible, as a hobby. So, should any group in the area need members, we would be interested in getting to know you, just drop me an email.. We live in the NW Las Vegas area.

Unfortunately I don't live anywhere near you, but I think that is an excellent idea. I hope you get some takers.

I don't live nearby either, altho I do come on occasion to help support your economy with my losses. Good luck with your plans, and welcome...

Great idea! I don't live in your area either but if you ever move to Central FL drop me a line - your skills should be welcome in any group.

Wow, excellent abilities! Welcome to the group. If you ever want to move to the Houston area let me know, I know some people that'd welcome you with open arms.

-Blast

Hey Bass,

I am in Apopka - are you close by?

Tom

You might want to look into becoming a Citizen Emergency Response Team member (or Neighborhood Emergency Team member in some parts).
http://www.citizencorps.gov/cert/

Also, more for fun, there's the ETS Map:
http://www.kinetickill.com/etsmap
Show's other members from this forum around the world. Might find someone near by.

J

Thanks, but after 22 years of riding an ambulance for free, I'm no longer in the volunteer business. To top it off, the years of lifting stretchers in and out of ambulance, and carrying people down flights of stairs (remember that those stretchers weigh 50 lbs empty), I developed severe lumbosacral arthritis and spinal stenosis. Quite a reward for donating my time, huh> Of course, I would do it all again. I enjoyed it, and I liked giving to the community. But it's something I just can't do anymore.

Yes, Ocala.

I'm right outside Ocala IN the Forest. Mybe we can all get togethter some day.