The Primal Prepper - Latest Comments

Re: Disaster Preparedness – Trucks Edition

Jcolodne — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:41:10 -0000

please call me - J

Re: The Whole 1

theprimalprepper — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:05:11 -0000

Congrats on your progress!

Re: The Whole 1

Ericalady — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 21:14:08 -0000

that's how it is now that I've been keeping my own diet (no refined sugars) for several years.
But in starting a new diet (or workout, or lifestyle), there's some evidence that an extended trial helps. The first few weeks are the hardest, and you won't start to experience the 'real' effect of the change until about 6 weeks later. That's 40 days, like in the Bible, so I started mine during Lent.
In my own experience, the first 3 weeks were hell, reading labels all the time while trying not to skip meals when they had doped everything in the deli with corn syrup. Once I got used to the diet, and was eating well again, I was able to experience the increased energy, mental acuity, vitality, and so on. It took that extended experience, and the nasty feeling of the binge that followed it, to appreciate how 'this one indulgence' is so rarely worth it.

Re: More Fish in the Aquaponic System!

theprimalprepper — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:59:48 -0000

Yes, definitely! I originally used goldfish because they were put in a very small demonstration system that would have been too confined for edible-sized fish.

Once I have my growbeds installed, I'll be using bluegill, tilapia, catfish, and/or trout.

Re: More Fish in the Aquaponic System!

notsothoreau — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 11:55:14 -0000

Are you planning to go to a system with fish you can eat? I've been researching aquaponics a lot, but haven't set up a system yet. I'm planning to start with a barrelponics system and go from there. My boyfriend has two large concrete tanks that we eventually want to use. I'm thinking about going with catfish, since it can get down to freezing here and I don't think tilipia would be able to handle the temps.

Re: An Expensive Mistake

theprimalprepper — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 13:48:41 -0000

I haven't seen any raccoons in this part of town yet. Of course, that doesn't mean they aren't hanging around!

Re: An Expensive Mistake

Benjamin — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 16:55:50 -0000

maybe the raccoons got them?

Re: Digging a Swale: A Permaculture Video Guide

basyfeltn — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 22:11:17 -0000

is a swale useful in a place with more rain, such as PA? what about on flat land where the garden is the lowest point? I was thinking of putting in raised beds actually but I'm willing to consider anything that will help me make the most of the land.

Re: Medical Supplies Are an Often Overlooked Prepping Area

theprimalprepper — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:19:31 -0000

Great suggestions!

Re: Medical Supplies Are an Often Overlooked Prepping Area

Txhomeschoolmom4ever — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:54:57 -0000

if you take any prescription meds, you need to start stockpiling those. Also, tea tree oil, epsom salt, aloe vera, lavender oil are great natural medicinal additions. Also, investigate medicinal herbs and stockpile those and seeds for a garden later on.

Re: Gas Siphon Resource

theprimalprepper — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:59:11 -0000

Some newer cars and trucks have anti-siphon designs. As long as your car doesn't have that, it'll work.

Re: Gas Siphon Resource

Rsanborn — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:51:06 -0000

Will this work the same way if I run out of gas on my lawnmower can I siphon from my car or truck.

Re: How to Cycle Your Aquaponics System

Dehut2009 — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:27:05 -0000

So how much human urine would a person use for a 30 gallon tank

Re: Meal Prepping

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Re: 3 Lessons Learned About Fuel Storage

theprimalprepper — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 12:44:09 -0000

I'll have to check that out. Thanks!

Re: 3 Lessons Learned About Fuel Storage

Hemshaw — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 23:09:04 -0000

Get some Star from fuel stabilizer. Good for 2 years

Re: The Primal Prepper Has a Logo… Sorta

theprimalprepper — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:10:40 -0000

I'm glad it makes sense to someone! :)

Re: The Primal Prepper Has a Logo… Sorta

lolasdad — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:29:46 -0000

i like it,they concetrate on food,water,shelter,making/care of next generation.i ve been looking for people who "get it" ,the "primal" part seems to show that.

Re: Turning Failure Into Success at WalMart

Ed Belote — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:09:14 -0000

I found this by way of Permaculture forums, and I enjoyed your post. Check your local pawn shop for .22LR. Marlin model 60 or Ruger model 10 are two of the best and very cheap.

Re: Unexpected Primal Benefits: Fasting

theprimalprepper — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:36:23 -0000

Absolutely. "Gee, thanks for poisoning me. Here's $5!"

I guess that's one good thing about airlines charging for food and drink. People aren't just mindlessly filling their faces.

BTW, I love the name of your blog! I'm going to try out some of your recipes.

Re: Unexpected Primal Benefits: Fasting

Becca — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:21:55 -0000

Fasting is great in this sense. Not only does it save you money from not having to constantly buy snacks, but it helps you eat clean... since you don't have to give-in to those over-processed snacks

Re: What the Primal Prepper Is All About

Nate von Ludwig — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:33:18 -0000

Man... you can find anything on the internet.

I've been following the primal thing since June '11. And I've began preparing since a year or so before that. I wanted to see if anyone else was prepping primal. Do a search on Google... and the internet gods have smile upon me. I've just arrived at your site and I'll spend the next little while reading what you've done and what you're doing with prepping primal.

Re: Kiddie Pool Aquaponics – It Begins

theprimalprepper — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:01:40 -0000

I'm glad you liked it!

I think it's not so unusual that people overlap in things like aquaponics, prepping, paleo/primal, and so on. Pretty much everyone who goes into these areas is searching for a better way to live.

Re: Kiddie Pool Aquaponics – It Begins

Eileen — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:41:23 -0000

How exciting! I was just researching aquaponics myself last night and really appreciated your video explaining how the system worked and why each element was important. Then I saw the link to your blog and realized you are Primal too! It's so nice to know there are other Primal/Paleo folks with blogs out there, sharing their experiences! I will be sure to pass on your blog to my Primal/Paleo friends! *side note* my 4 year old son is nicknamed Tama, and you're Tamo, he got a kick out of that when we watched your video.

Again, thanks for sharing!

Re: Turning Failure Into Success at WalMart

theprimalprepper — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:02:32 -0000

I've never bought a gun there, but they do carry good and cheap ammo. Have you tried any of the online gun stores?

And LOL, I don't think anyone goes to Wal-Mart for the service! :)