We are moving to the MatSu valley shortly, and would like to network with other preppers in the area. Eventually, I’d like to form a retreat group for security/sustainability in a TEOTWAWKI situation.
A bit about us. We are Christians, and plan on having enough extra for charity in hard times. As we follow the Rawlesian school of thought, we plan on making all donations through a third party (most likely a church).
We have no patience for racists, and disassociate ourselves from such people. We strongly believe in judging people by the content of their character, not the color of their skin.
My wife grew up on a thousand acre family farm in Oregon, and learned from her grandmother how to live without modern conveniences. She can spin yarn from fiber, and can make clothes from it. She is also quite experienced in cooking with the bare basics on wood stoves. She has extensive canning experience, and we plan on canning as much meat, fruit & vegetables as we can lay our hands on.
I grew up here in Alaska, and spent just about every summer of the first 22 years of my life out in the woods here. I have had a good amount of wilderness survival training, and plan on getting more as time permits.
I have 10 years martial arts experience and have taught many students in the dojo I trained in. I can teach self defense to people of all ages, as young as 5-6 if they are precocious enough. I have learned and can teach Judo, Aikido, Ed Parker Kenpo, Shotokan karate, Tae Kwon Do, and Okinawan weapons.
We are comfortable with firearms, and are currently budgeting for several trips to Thunder Ranch in Oregon, and perhaps Front Sight after that. We strongly believe in being able to protect ourselves, rather than cower & wait for someone to come to our rescue.
We would like to network with people in the Anchorage & MatSu areas, trade information, and get to know our like minded neighbors. For the right people, we are willing and have the space to store supplies for 3-4 families, and can provide housing if the need arises.
For those interested, I’d like to start regular meetings. Probably in the Wasilla area, but we’ll see who is interested first.
Talkeetna Pat.
