Canadian Prepper Podcast

Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP),

News -
SNC Lavalin and Trudeau, for another night.  Will be a good one!
 
https://www.rt.com/op-ed/452696-trudeau-corruption-scandal-fraud/
Ian -  Indian bombing Pakistan, suspected training camp, first incursion since 1971.  Two nuclear powers escalating once again….
 
https://edition.cnn.com/2019/02/26/india/india-pakistan-line-of-control-incursion-intl/index.html
 
Further - Indian planes downed, pilot captured.
 
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-47383634
 
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-air-canada-temporarily-suspends-flights-to-india-following-downed-jets/
 
Eric - 70 Car pileup on the 400 south of Barrie
 
https://globalnews.ca/news/4996249/multi-vehicle-collision-hwy-400-barrie/
 
An electromagnetic pulse is a device or natural disaster that fries all the electronics in the affected area. A nuclear bomb, a solar flare, or if you remember Ocean's Eleven the “pinch” they used to shut down Vegas are all sources of EMPs.
 
HEMP/CHAMP already being tested publically.
 
http://mil-embedded.com/news/raytheon-emp-missile-tested-by-boeing-usaf-research-lab/
 
Cost effective, with almost zero defense.
 
https://www.centerforsecuritypolicy.org/2018/12/17/emp-attack-may-be-undeterrable-us-air-force-suggests/
 
Here is what one looks like when it goes, times 1000s per city.   https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=1506373
 
Eric - Carrington Event - 1859 - Largest geomagnetic storm on record
 
CME travel speed? - 8 minutes!
 
Congressional report stated that 90% of the population would be gone in a year.  
 
https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucedorminey/2017/10/23/north-korea-emp-attack-would-cause-mass-u-s-starvation-says-congressional-report/#5983d863740a
PODCAST CHALLENGE
 
-Figure out what critical systems you have will be affected by EMP.
 
-Name 3 items you have that are EMP proof.
 
-Three things you need to ‘Harden’, or have a backup.  Ie radios. Do so!
For more reading… The EMP commission report
 
http://www.empcommission.org/docs/A2473-EMP_Commission-7MB.pdf
 
FIction - One Second after, by William Forstchen
 
Lights out, by HalfFast
 
“After Armageddon” - Available on youtube
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0U29JW3hGIs

Tin Foil Hats

Ep 14 - Our pet Tinfoil hat theories
 
News -
 
Alan - https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-measles-outbreak-33-students-staff-asked-to-stay-home-from-schools-1.5025834
 measles outbreak in BC thanks to the anti-vaccination movement (or the government trying to control the population)
 
https://globalnews.ca/news/4918589/trans-canada-highway-avalanche-control/
related stories about avalanches and rock slides that have closed highways in the BC interior. Sections of the TCH have been closed reducing access to smaller communities in the area and stressing emergency response teams
 
Ian - Train carrying crude derails in Manitoba
 
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/trail-derails-manitoba-1.5022583
 
2 people caught in avalanche within bounds of ski hill
 
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/castle-mountain-resort-avalanche-1.5022027
Alan - Does Jet Fuel Melt Steel Beams? This theory started circulating shortly after the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Centre in New York City. The theory claims that since jet fuel burns at 800 to 1500 degrees fahrenheit, it is insufficient to cause structural damage to the steel
 
beams, which requires 2750 degrees of heat. There are two items I want to address with this: first, is that the steel didn’t need to melt. It just needed to lose strength. That starts at around 850 degrees, and loses 50% of its strength at about 1100 degrees. Once the metal gets soft, the weight of the building does the rest. Second point is the oven effect. While the fuel itself may only burn at 1500, by being concentrated in a concrete building that heat builds up much higher.
https://www.collective-evolution.com/2013/04/04/chechnya-high-rise-burns-for-29-hours-with-no-collapse-wtc7/
 
By the same token, a gov’t who can’t even run a balanced budget can scarcely be capable of running an airtight conspiracy a few months into a term.
(if we have time:) Big Pharma: does the medical industry really want us to be healthy? I say no.
 
Ian -  Atrazine (second only to Roundup) in the water, turning the frogs gay.  
 
Used in Corn and Sorghum production.  Leaches into water supply. Causes fertility issues, cancer, and hormonal changes in women.  During studies it caused some frogs to change genders. Was Alex Jones way off? Nope. Did he latch onto the wrong thing? (Gender switching frogs) Yup, and not very politcally correct about it.  Not the way to prove a point….
 
“As of 2001, atrazine was the most commonly detected pesticide contaminating drinking water in the United States.[6]:44 Studies suggest it is an endocrine disruptor, an agent that can alter the natural hormonal system”
 
Causes Cancer, birth defects, and reproductive rates….
 
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/atrazine-water-tied-hormonal-irregularities/
 
Safe, debatable…  But there was also a time when Thalidamide and Agent orange were considered good ideas too.  The world would also starve without modern chemical and fertilizer uses.
 
Flouride - Another night.
 
PODCAST CHALLENGE-
Learn or  Practice four different ways of making a fire.
 
Friction/Sun/Match(Conventional)/Ferro Rod
Alan-- instagram @PPSWO
Ian - If you want to contact Ian directly, you can reach me at theislandretreat@gmail.com . I love to answer questions specific to western Canada, and I welcome any questions from new preppers.
Please  check out Rapid Survival www.rapidsurvival.com and get Eric from his Gitmo cell on live chat while buying some prepper gear, or you can also email me him at feedback@prepperpodcast.ca (while still buying prepper gear at Rapid Survival).  Any funds raised will help pay for his early release.

Basic Orienteering

 
Ep 13 - Basic Orienteering
 
Eric –Welcome to episode #13 of the Canadian Prepper Podcast, Finding your way.   recorded Feb 13, 2019.
 
My name is Eric, and I’m the host of the show.  I am based in southern Ontario. I’m a hunter, target shooter, HAM radio operator (VE3EPN), and computer geek. I got into preparedness when I was working front line in emergency services and witnessed an over reliance on Emergency Services during major events, such has ice storms, power outages, etc. I started a small preparedness company to help get people prepared and able to look after themselves for at least 72 hours, if not longer.
Ian – Greetings from Vancouver Island.  My name is Ian, and I live on a small hobby farm.   I am an outdoor enthusiast, target shooter, reloader, and my farm’s designated handyman.
 
My professional background has allowed me to explore all of Canada.  It has taught me to adapt to unexpected situations, and also reinforces my belief that learning never ends.
 
Alan - I’m Alan, and my friends and family call me a safety nerd. My background as a Medical First Responder developed my mind for safety. I teach first aid and coach family and friends to be better prepared. I'm a locksmith by trade and have worked in the physical security industry for more than 20 years now
 
Gavin - Business owner, gun owner, hunter, atheist, volunteer first responder and CCFR field officer for the GTA and regular panelist on the other CPP, Canadian Patriot Podcast`
News -
 
Alan - https://cbs6albany.com/news/local/ambulance-service-of-fulton-county-shutting-down
 
this article from upstate New York (Fulton County) paints a bleak picture. 55 staff are laid off and all the ambulances in the county are idle after financial trouble forced them to stop responding. The article references help from adjoining counties, but it means that response times will be delayed, if help comes at all.
Ian - https://www.vancourier.com/news/b-c-windstorm-thousands-without-power-bc-ferries-sailings-cancelled-as-90-km-h-winds-lash-coast-1.23628972
 
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/heavy-snow-in-metro-vancouver-vancouver-island-causes-travel-woes-1.5013615
 
Smartphones leading some Gatineau Park hikers astray - CBC.ca
 
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/hiking-gatineau-park-gps-cellphone-lost-1.4792260
 
Gatineau Park hikers who rely on their cellphones for directions are getting lost when the technology fails, a trend that's worrying guides and park staff.
 
Poor reception, drained batteries and outdated trail information have led trekkers down the wrong path. Adding to the danger is the fact that the mobile apps rarely include details about challenging difficult terrain.
Why the need to think about orienteering?
 
-Unfamiliar city
 
-Loss of electronics
 
-Lost in the woods
 
-Coordinating a hike,hunt, patrol, search etc.
 
-Situational awareness
 
-Knowledge of threats relative to your position . (ie fire to the south)
 
-Placing solar panels in True South direction
 
Finding a cache or making & marking one. (Geocaching as a learning tool.)
 
And  of course Buried treasure:)
 
True versus magnetic north - Magnetic variation. (This matters if your compass is your only method of navigation. If you pay attention to landmarks, you always have a direction to head rather than having to know exactly which direction to walk or drive)
 
Calculator trick - UTC X 15 -Long - Variation (+variation east of thunder bay)
 
15 degrees per hour, take away your distance from Greenwich, account for variation
 
Watch trick - Analog only:)          
 
North Star-  found by looking up from the big dipper, end of the tail of the little dipper.
 
Southern cross?  Anyone know about it?  
 
Using landmarks to avoid travelling in circles
Recommended APPs.
 
Pure GPS - Basic Lat/Long , programmable destinations and waypoint.
 
Maps.me - Downloadable maps. No need for cell coverage.  Offline GPS.
 
Google maps and screen shots of where you need to be
 
Navtronics - Use for on the boat
 
Free maps! https://www.openmapchest.org/
PODCAST CHALLENGE
 
Alan- pace out 100 meters and learn to estimate your distance covered by using pacing beads/counting.  (uphill, downhill, level ground and on paved roads, grass, fields, rough terrain etc)
 
Ian-Also Good for estimating ranges for target shooting and hunting. Do this while you’re doing you 5k walks from the last challenge
Ian - Mad props to the cougar strangler
 
https://www.cnn.com/2019/02/05/us/colorado-runner-chokes-mountain-lion/index.html
 
Canada Ammo - Put out  small compact “MSR” clones of a propane stove.  Nice to see some downward prices on gear. Hopefully it works!.
 
https://www.canadaammo.com/product/detail/fire-maple-103-ultra-portable-stove/
 
https://www.canadaammo.com/product/detail/fire-maple-105-ultra-portable-stove/
 
Eric- Where can people find the show?
 
Alan- You can find the podcast on Itunes, Podbean, Spotify or your favourite podcast app.  Please help us out take a few minutes and submit a review! It helps other people find us. You can also find us at prepperpodcast.ca.  Our Youtube live shows are now available, please subscribe to the YouTube channel “The Island Retreat “, and click the notifications tab.  That gives you alerts when we are going live. (ALAN - instagram @PPSWO, I don’t do facebook)
 
Ian - If you want to contact Ian directly, you can reach me at theislandretreat@gmail.com . I love to answer questions specific to western Canada.  I am also looking forward to helping local preppers take their first steps.
 
You can also occasionally find me giving my .02 worth on Canadian Patriot Podcast, also available on Itunes and Youtube.  There you will find me chatting on the merits of a freer society, bemoaning more government waste, and even diving into the occasional tactically-driven conversation.
 
Gavin – Instagram: Urbex_GTA
 
Eric – Please  check out Rapid Survival www.rapidsurvival.com and get me there on live chat while buying some prepper gear, or you can also email me at feedback@prepperpodcast.ca (while still buying prepper gear at Rapid Survival)
Eric - Thanks for joining us, and tune in for the next episode, where we will talk about
 
Tinfoil hat stuff debunked and/or confirmed
 
Eric - Until next time, be prepared, stay safe, and (Ian) keep learning!

Fitness and Preparedness

Ep 12 -Physical Fitness in prepping
 
Eric –Welcome to episode #12 of the Canadian Prepper Podcast, Fitness in prepping.   recorded Feb 2, 2019.
 
News -
 
Alan - after the brutal cold of the past week, rain expected for 48 hours. Are your preps safe from flooding?
https://globalnews.ca/news/4907009/polar-vortex-canada/
 
Ian - Winnipeg Colder than the Poles or Mars
 
https://globalnews.ca/news/4906382/prairies-cold-north-pole-mars/
 
New Jersey Reactor shut down by cold weather.
 
https://www.zerohedge.com/news/2019-01-31/rare-ice-brought-deep-freeze-hobbles-nuclear-reactor
Eric - Bitter temperatures expected to stick around until Friday
 
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/snowfall-impact-commute-ttc-drive-schools-1.4996803
Ian - PODCAST CHALLENGE
 
Try to walk, eventually with your bugout bag, or it’s equivalent weight, 5k for 5 days out of 7.  Bonus points if the equivalent weight is including a plate carrier:).
Alternatively , bike 20k ( or jog 2 miles) 5 days out of 7, then once you’re used to it, with a 30 lb  weighted backpack on.
Keep it up until it’s a habit, it gets easier.  Full disclosure, I am still working on the ‘weighted’ aspect....  
OR
Do an actual bug out on foot… (weather dependent)
Shout Outs
Ian - my ‘ unnamed’  homesteading mentor. Also watches the show.  Hanging with him is like drinking from the fire hose of knowledge, yet very fun!  He has been very generous with his time lately!
 
Also :  MDRGC on CGN, Bogie on GOC.  Raises money for kid’s programs at his local Vancouver range by sorting spent brass on his own time, selling it cheapest on the internet for us reloaders.  
 
Alan - instagram shoutout to textbook_survival. A bunch of cool tips and tricks, some printables, and just overall a cool person to get to know
Alan- You can find the podcast on Itunes, Podbean, Spotify or your favourite podcast app.  Please help us out take a few minutes and submit a review! It helps other people find us. You can also find us at prepperpodcast.ca.  Our Youtube live shows are now available, please subscribe to the YouTube channel “The Island Retreat “, and click the notifications tab.  That gives you alerts when we are going live.
Ian - If you want to contact Ian directly, you can reach me at theislandretreat@gmail.com . I love to answer questions specific to western Canada.  I am also looking forward to helping local preppers take their first steps.
 
Eric – Please  check out Rapid Survival www.rapidsurvival.com and get me there on live chat while buying some prepper gear, or you can also email me at feedback@prepperpodcast.ca (while still buying prepper gear at Rapid Survival)

Grey Man (OPSEC)

 
News -
 
Manitoba pilot rescued off lake.  No food with him.
 
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/pilot-rescued-manitoba-lake-1.4981683
 
Venezuela has had a coup.  New president with Trump’s Backing.
 
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-venezuela-politics/venezuelans-march-against-maduro-u-s-mulls-recognizing-rival-guaido-idUSKCN1PH08T?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=twitter
 
Christine Lagaurde of the IMF warns of global slowdown.
 
https://www.euractiv.com/section/economy-jobs/news/imf-warns-of-harder-crisis-as-bullish-ceos-come-to-davos/
Eric -  It's not just a hobby. In a crisis, amateur operators provide a lifeline
 
Amateur radio was around for nearly a century before the internet, and to this day is the only form of communication that does not depend on a network..
 
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/amateur-radio-1.4968865
 
American Blackout
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNfJkMPTtWQ&t=3s&fbclid=IwAR3R_OC2YFaxbE1CPgYaHDVW_4KR2qGelcZyY4PiIUe23ACslj0bH1W4nR8
Britain Blackout
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WrCI0W37zw&fbclid=IwAR0c7Nap2wL7roxsKr1hx_j-gHGx5cBT7jJkRLnxyvUuqJWSR1KBmAuyX08
Ian - PODCAST CHALLENGE
 
Remove all memorable or easily recognized insignia from your car.  Reduce your social media profile. Take a hard look at your wardrobe and what it tells people.  
 
Do what you feel is most beneficial to your personal  long-term preparedness goals…
 
Where can people find the show?
 
Alan- You can find the podcast on Itunes, Podbean, Spotify or your favourite podcast app.  Please help us out take a few minutes and submit a review! It helps other people find us. You can also find us at prepperpodcast.ca.  Our Youtube live shows are now available, please subscribe to the YouTube channel “The Island Retreat “, and click the notifications tab.  That gives you alerts when we are going live.
 
Ian - If you want to contact Ian directly, you can reach me at theislandretreat@gmail.com . I love to answer questions specific to western Canada.  I am also looking forward to helping aspiring preppers take their first steps.
 
You can also occasionally find me giving my .02 worth on Canadian Patriot Podcast, also available on Itunes and Youtube.  There you will find me ranting on the merits of a freer society, bemoaning government waste, and even diving into the occasional tactically-driven conversation.
 
Eric – Please  check out Rapid Survival www.rapidsurvival.com and get me there on live chat while buying some prepper gear, or you can also email me at feedback@prepperpodcast.ca (while still buying prepper gear at Rapid Survival)

HAM Radio

Ep 10 – Ham Radio
 
Yellow vest bank run
 
https://www.google.ca/amp/s/amp.france24.com/en/20190111-france-yellow-vest-protesters-call-run-banks-macron-economy-money-taxes-police
 
80,00 troops deployed against yellow vests
 
https://thehill.com/policy/international/425046-paris-authorities-deploy-80000-security-forces-in-ninth-weekend-of
 
Brits Prepping for Brexit
 
https://www.thestar.com/news/insight/2018/10/16/uks-brexit-preppers-stock-up-on-supplies-preparing-for-eu-exit.html
Alan - https://www.surreynowleader.com/news/white-rock-still-without-cell-service-after-dec-20-storm/
 
Article from 20190110: cell phones out of service for more than 30 days after a storm near Vancouver
 
http://www.kake.com/story/39761123/longton-cell-phones-to-ring-again
 
Article from 20190110: Longton Kansas in a declared state of emergency over lack of cell phone coverage
I used to know Morse Code, but haven't used it in 20+ years.
 
http://www.learnmorsecode.com http://learnmorsecode.info I found a couple references reference that are helpful
Ian -  http://nu-ware.com/ (NuMorse is what I used)
Role in preparedness?
 
Monitor local emergency services
Monitor “ham chat” on local repeaters
Monitor NOAA weather radio
Communicate with other local preppers or survival groups
Keep in constant contact with security patrols
Gain inside knowledge of how emergency services respond to disasters by getting involved in ARES or similar groups
 
LICENSING - Self study, exam spots, local clubs (ie NARA)  Better to phone vs email re:local courses
 
Industry Canada, exam generator, and basic info
 
https://ic.gc.ca/eic/site/025.nsf/eng/home
 
Ex-Haminer
 
Ham puzzle
 
Youtube self-study courses
 
Perhaps a prepper hailing frequency… Channel 7 GMRS/FRS 462.7125 Mhz (1 Watt)
PODCAST CHALLENGE
Figure out what type of radio would best suit your needs, and buy a pair.  Even if it’s just a pair of Midland FRSs.
 
Eric – Please  check out Rapid Survival www.rapidsurvival.com and get me there on live chat while buying some prepper gear, or you can also email me at feedback@prepperpodcast.ca (while still buying prepper gear at Rapid Survival)

Water

Ep 9 - WATER
Eric –Welcome to episode #9 of the Canadian Prepper Podcast. Water (first of a few I’m sure:)
My name is Eric, and I’m the host of the show.  I am based in southern Ontario. I’m a hunter, target shooter, HAM radio operator (VE3EPN), and computer geek. I got into preparedness when I was working front line in emergency services and witnessed an over reliance on Emergency Services during major events, such has ice storms, power outages, etc. I started a small preparedness company to help get people prepared and able to look after themselves for at least 72 hours, if not longer.
 
Ian – My name is Ian, co-host of the show.  I live on Vancouver Island, on a small hobby farm.   I am an outdoor enthusiast, target shooter, reloader, and my farm’s designated handyman.
My professional background has allowed me to see pretty much every province and territory in Canada.  It also has taught me to adapt to unexpected situations daily, and learn quickly as I go.
 
Gavin - Hi, I am Gavin, regular panelist on the other CPP, an instructor with Ragnarok Tactical, a volunteer first responder, hunter, camper, business owner and CCFR Field Officer for the GTA.
 
Alan-
I’m Alan, and my friends and family call me a safety nerd. My background as a Medical First Responder with St John Ambulance developed a mind for safety. I spent 17 years seeing people at their worst. I teach first aid and coach families to be better prepared
 
Eric – We have some great content for you in this episode, first of all our panel is growing! We’re going to start off with some news articles relating to preparedness and the outdoors. Next we will be letting you know how we’ve improved our preparedness since our last episode, ,  and then were going to get into the main topic for this episode, Water needs, storage, disinfection, and its role in preparedness.
News -
Ian - Wind storm update.   final tally was 756k customers with no power.
https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.theglobeandmail.com/amp/canada/british-columbia/article-december-windstorm-most-destructive-in-bc-hydros-history/
Lessons learned from the power outage , by non-preppers.
https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.cbc.ca/amp/1.4963867
Eric - Dec 8th 2018 - Global News - Halton Region’s medical officer of health has issued a boil water advisory for parts of Milton, Ont., following a water main break.
The advisory is expected to remain in place until at least Monday. (2 Days)
Affected residents are advised to boil water for at least one minute and use bottled water for drinking, brushing teeth and preparing food.
It is still safe to bathe in the water for adults and older teens, but the water should not be swallowed.
Special care must also be taken when washing dishes, and dishwashers should reach 60 C or higher for the dishes to be safely disinfected.
https://globalnews.ca/news/4743326/boil-water-advisory-milton/
Wanted to cover this article since it’s a common occurance and something you want to be ready for when putting your preps together.
 
Panel time to discuss news articles if they have anything to add.
 
WHAT WE’VE DONE LATELY for preps
 
Ian -  working like a dog. 13/16 days.   Bought and sold a few bits on CGN.  No preps, other than online shopping for 1000 gal water containers.  (Next major purchase)
 
Eric - Stocked up the water supply at Costco, grabbed a few cases of water (40 packs) for $2.80. Moved a bunch of dried firewood into the house and garage so we’re ready for the snow, assuming it ever shows up.
Alan - The local no-frills had cases of water on sale this week for 88 cents, so I bought 50. I updated my EDC kits for my job to reflect the combination of being in the office and on construction sites. There was a short-term power outage at home the other day so I got to test my plan. Flashlights were easy to find, candles were easy to set up and everything went well. The power came back on about 7 hours later before we had to address the fridge contents. I also updated my shelf-stable food contents. A full house here could be well-fed for about three weeks currently, and stretch it out for six weeks if we really had to.
 
Gavin - beefed up my very small experimental indoor garden from 3 plants to 12, added some more search and rescue training to my knowledge base with an intro to Search Manager/Resource Manager/Crew Leader and Route Supply.
 
Eric - Alright, it’s time to move onto the main topic of the show. . .  water needs, storage, and disinfection.  
Alan - Needs - 2 liters per day just for drinking!  More if actually working/trying to survive:)
Gavin- Not counting dishes, toilets, animals, hygiene , cooking, etc
 
Eric - Role in preparedness?
Ian -Key, just not as exciting as going to the range!  
Try going without:).
Can be the first concern in certain cases (rural).
Different in the city with a water tower .  It runs dry too.
5 months with no rain in BC….
Disinfection
Bleach - 2 drops per liter (Bleach only lasts a year or so)
Pool shock- hfx prepper
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=je43MloGJ-s
Amazon pool shock - https://www.amazon.com/DryTec-1-1901-Hypochlorite-Chlorinating-Treatment/dp/B009S85LEA
 
Iodine - Sterile water, dual use as topical disinfectant
 
SODIS - Solar Distillation http://www.sodis.ch/index_EN ,
SODIS book here.  http://www.sodis.ch/methode/anwendung/ausbildungsmaterial/dokumente_material/sodismanual_2016_lr.pdf
 
Berkey
Home made pail filter
Sawyer - Walmart in US, Amazon.ca
Lifestraw - obsolete
Coffee filters / strainers /colanders
AquaTabs - water purification tablets, package comes with 50 tablets, each tablet is good for 1L of water
Storage
 
Water bob/bathtub (100Gallons / 378 L) Does Not need a bathtub can support itself, however a bathtub makes things easier.
Barrels
2 liters
Office cooler jugs
Renewable supply-Rain
Hot Water Tank - Often forgotten however holds a significant amount of water. Be aware however of the drain (is it operational?) If you don’t maintain the tank it could be filled with horrible sludge. Depending on the type of anode you have the water could be contaminated with Aluminum.
Usage rates - Toilets up to 5 gal/flush Low flow highly recommended
Animal needs?
Ian - PODCAST CHALLENGE
Buy a 1 gallon jug of unscented bleach, or I package of pool shock.
Figure out 1 way to filter water with your supplies on-hand.  
Shout Outs
Ian - Patricia Robitaille and Robert Miron.  Authors of the CBC article. Non-preppers who improvised and overcame, without sitting around waiting for others to help them. Despite the haters!
Eric - Terry Blackmore, author of Antigenic Shift, and fan of the podcast. . . if you haven’t already grab a copy of his book from Amazon! I have a signed copy I plan on keeping and selling for millions one day.
https://www.amazon.ca/Antigenic-Shift-Book-1-Pandemic-ebook/dp/B07D4Z3PBK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1547080087&sr=8-1&keywords=antigenic+shift
 
Episode Closing
Eric - Listener Email. . . If you want to send in a question, email, or suggest a topic send an email to feedback@prepperpodcast.ca.
One listener email since last episode. . .Hey guys,
 
Just caught up with your recent first aid episode and I just wanted to let you know my experience with the Red Cross.
I took my certification in April 2018 and they did do hands on training with commercial tourniquets. They used actual CATs but only applied them to paint rollers, so they were smaller than you would normally deal with and had no clue as to how tight you actually need them to go. Thankfully, they taught them correctly and told you not to loosen them or remove them but the subject was over quickly.
 
Keep up with the great work on the podcast!
 
All the best,
Better Andrew
He also mentioned a few things we could implement during the show and we’ll add those to future episodes, thanks for the suggestions!
 
Ian - Itunes reviews?
Eric - No new written iTunes reviews, still last comment from Sasquatch Research Scientist. However we do have a PodBean review from the last episode… TheTorqueMaster - Another excellent Podcast with a wealth of good information on first aid training, knowledge and gear. Keep up the great works guys.
 
Outro
Eric -  I’m going to bring episode 9 of the Canadian Prepper Podcast to an end. . . Gavin and Alan thank you for coming out and being a part of this episode! I hope you’ll come back for future episodes and share your knowledge with our listeners!
Where can people find the show?
Gavin- You can find the podcast on Itunes, Podbean, Spotify or your favourite podcast app.  Please help us out take a few minutes and submit a review! It helps other people find us.  
Alan - You can also find us at prepperpodcast.ca.  Our Youtube live shows are now available, please subscribe to “The Island Retreat “ YouTube channel, and click the notifications tab.  That gives you alerts when we are going live.
Ian - If you want to contact me ( Ian) directly, you can reach me at theislandretreat@gmail.com, You can also occasionally find me giving my .02 worth on Canadian Patriot Podcast, also available on Itunes and Youtube.
Eric – Please  check out Rapid Survival www.rapidsurvival.com and get me there on live chat while buying some prepper gear, or you can also email me at feedback@prepperpodcast.ca (while still buying prepper gear at Rapid Survival)
Eric - Thanks for joining us, and tune in for the next episode, where we will talk about HAM Radio and Prepper Communication 
Eric - Until next time, be prepared, stay safe, and (Ian) keep learning!

First Aid

Ep 8 - First Aid
Eric –Welcome to episode #8 of the Canadian Prepper Podcast…First Aid!  My name is Eric, and I’m the host of the show. I am based in southern Ontario. I’m a hunter, target shooter, HAM radio operator (VE3EPN), and computer geek. I got into preparedness when I was working front line in emergency services and witnessed an over reliance on Emergency Services during major events, such has ice storms, power outages, etc. I started a small preparedness company to help get people prepared and able to look after themselves for at least 72 hours, if not longer.
Ian – My name is Ian, co-host of the show.  I live on Vancouver Island, on a small hobby farm.   I am an outdoor enthusiast, target shooter, reloader, and my farm’s designated handyman.
I have had a lifelong interest in preparedness, and I am gladly learning new skills on a regular basis.  My professional background has allowed me to see pretty much every province and territory in Canada. It also has taught me to prepare for various unexpected situations daily.
Andrew Intro - My name is Andrew and I can usually be found hosting Canadian Patriot Podcast live on Youtube monday nights at 9pm eastern. In addition to recording the number one podcast in Canada, I run a firearms training and accessories tax shelter, Ragnarok Tactical. We deliver training for competition shooters, first aid training, and sell everything from boots to barrels, to tourniquets and and tacos.In real life I work a 9-5 job leading a team in information technology and raising a young family.
Eric – We have some great content for you in this episode, We’re going to start off with some news articles relating to preparedness and the outdoors. Next we will be letting you know how we’ve improved our preparedness since our last episode, ,  and then were going to get into the main topic for this episode, First Aid and its role in preparedness.
WHAT WE’VE DONE LATELY for preps
 
Andrew - I just had some forced leave from work so we installed new networking equipment at home including a battery backup, and prepped a few thousand 223 cases for reloading. We also cleaned and reorganized our cold room and removed all the “expired” food and made sure that all the shelf stable items were organised so the items that would reach end of life soonest are at the front. We also rotated and verified the water storage, we have 1 week on hand and are working towards 2 weeks .
 
Ian -  Holiday season slows down most preps.  Solstice dinner got cancelled, but still had to run our gift day and feeding with no power.  Got to do a dry run on a ‘grid down’ scenario due to the power outage we will talk about below.  Cut up a few trees with the help of a neighbour that fell. Topped up feeders and waterers. Bucked up the trees also downed by the arborist from last episode.  No shortage of firewood this year! Tested the efficacy of my backup water system. Shortcomings noted in power cable line for genny, and using the UPS for cell phones.  Fridges were fine. My mother mentioned I should get a genny… Clearly not watching the podcast….
 
Eric -  I filled a pile of orders for Rapid Survival, the Christmas rush is officially here. . . So that cleared out a bunch of room for some new toys. Did some research on new gear and will be bringing in some new radios for the new year. Of course one or two of those will need to make their way into my packs.
 
News -
Ian - https://www.narcity.com/ca/bc/vancouver/news/150000-people-in-bc-are-affected-by-power-outages-right-now-due-to-high-winds-up-to-100kmhour
Ironically podcast delayed due to power outage.  Solstice dinner got cancelled due to about 200+ trees in my neighbourhood going down.  Friends still without power. Major grid damage on the island.
Eric - https://www.richmond-news.com/news/richmond-school-district-to-put-350-000-towards-emergency-preparedness-1.23535369
Dec 13, 2018 Richmond School District to put $350,000 towards emergency preparedness.
By the end of February, supplies are expected to be distributed to all Richmond schools and will ensure they are prepared for multiple days following an emergency. Supplies will include water, food, rain ponchos, solar blankets, first aid and staging area supplies.
“Since September 2018, meetings have been held with school district administrators, health and safety committees, parent advisory committees, stakeholders, the City of Richmond Emergency Preparedness Team and the R.C.M.P,” said a statement from the Richmond School District.
Main topic- Basic and advanced First Aid (Subject matter expert imported for this one)
Intro to Andrew - Andrew’s background / bio / qualifications
 
So I was in the Canadian Forces for about 5 minutes, I didn’t do anything cool and I never deployed. I did however take the Army’s idea of a first aid course. I also keep my Red Cross Standard First Aid up to date with a renewal every 2 years, I’ll be recertifying in January or February. I have to have that to run ranges on military bases which I do regularly for the Ontario Rifle Association, plus it probably helps to have for my day job.
Advanced first aid courses I’ve taken
Spent Brass Training Solutions LLC Tactical First Responder Trauma Course – 2018
American College of Surgeons Bleeding Control Basic v 1.0 – 2018
Questions we plan to ask:)
-What is the minimum qualification level a prepper should aspire to reach?   WCB level 1? EMT Training?, is CPR C enough etc?
A -
As much as possible.
College Paramedic courses are probably overkill and requires 2 years of study.
Standard First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, Stop the Bleed/Bleeding Control Basic are probably going to cover 90% of what you can expect to deal with day to day.
But more is always better.
-What is the Minimum equipment list, other than the standard ouch pouch?  Ie: stacks of gauze , truck kits, Chest seal, Medical stapler, israeli bandage, (sprinkle on Hemo agents)  Explain the utility and likelihood of need for each. Maybe Epi-Pens?
A - Please don’t use sprinkle on Hemostatic agents, the technology is out of date and less effective.As with most things it depends. 3 Factors
Cost
Size
Scope of Practice
1 Cost
How much can you afford to buy? How many kits do you need? Are they different? I keep 3 different IFAKs.
CarEnough for 1 to 2 people with major trauma likely to be encountered in a Motor Vehicle Collision
Work/Range BagEnough for 1 person with major trauma
Range beltSmall on my belt enough for one person with a small trauma, like 1 bullet hole
We’re also working on building home and vehicle trauma kits with more stuff to deal with greater number of casualties following the use of an IFAK, basically additional trauma supplies plus supporting tools for longer periods of care.
IFAK - Individual First Aid Kit - Contents
Airway (training)Nasopharyngeal Airway, 28 French + lube
BandageEmergency Bandage aka Israeli bandage 4” or 6”
CuttingShears - airport friendly
HemostaticQuikClot Combat Gauze
Celox Gauze
Occlusive DressingsFoxseal
PPEGloves
TourniquetCAT
2 Size
How big is the kit? Can you carry it with you? Does it stay at home or in a vehicle?
The largest kit in the world is not helpful if its 100 yards away and you’re bleeding out.
3 Scope of Practice
What are you trained, comfortable, and “allowed” to perform? What about keeping things that you can’t use but a Doctor, Nurse, or EMT could? What if you’re SOL and have to do it to save a life?
For example I will not do rescue breaths on non-family members. I’ll do compressions or what ever but I don’t know where they have been. The time to figure this out is now, not when you come on to a scene.
 
Ian -  (Fentanyl second hand poisoning)  
-Cheap place to buy bulk consumables such as gauze?  Brands to avoid?
 
Ian - (Ono Safety supply)  
-Combat first Aid courses, any in Canada?  Describe what is taught….
A - Ragnarok Tactical partnership with Spent Brass Training Solutions LLC Tactical First Responder Trauma Course
Last year it was two days of scenario based and hands on training. This year we’re likely to get Val back up to do two 1 day courses early in the year. Dates and cost TBD.
Topics of Instruction
Combat Mindset
Physiological Response to Combat
Preventing and Treating Common and Non-Combat Related Injuries
Litter, Drags and Carries
Basic Anatomy and Location of Major Arteries
Identifying and Treating the Different Types of Bleeding
Identifying and Immobilizing Broken Limbs
SCAB and Treating Compromised Airway
Treating Gun Shot and Knife Wounds
Improvised Treatment Methods
Constructing your Personal IFAK
 
Dispel some myths.  
Tampon and Maxi-pad use:)
FIsh Antibiotics as a field expedient amoxycillin?
Ian - Some recommended books.
Where there is no Doctor  - David Werner
Where there is no dentist -  Murray Dickson
Medicinal herbs - Rosemary Gladstar
John “Lofty” Wiseman - SAS and URBAN survival manual
First AId Manual
Ian - PODCAST CHALLENGE
 
INVENTORY OF FOOD, EXPIRY DATES.  You will need the space! Good idea of what you have. Chance to clean house and organize. Rotating food to use oldest first.  Give almost expired stuff you will never likely use to food bank. …...Food good past expiry,
Only buy what you will use.  Ie spam?
Shout Outs.
Ian -  The travelling prepper.  Always keeps me on my toes with good challenges and questions
Eric - Dean from Canadian Prepper Network, we’re working on getting him on to discuss HAM radio.
Episode Closing
Eric - Listener Email Review, and answering of questions sent in.  If you want to send in a question, email, or suggest a topic.
Email from Alan -
 
Good afternoon Eric and Ian,
 
Just wanted to say thanks for putting this out!
 
I'm also a Southern Ontario Native (west of London). Haven't had my HAM licence for a few years but interested in  getting it back.
 
I've been prepping at various stages and phases for nearly 25 years now. It
started in scouts when I got lost in the woods on a hike and had to spend
the night.
 
In my 'spare time' I hunt, fish, teach first aid, and build towards
self-reliance.
 
I truly appreciate the Canadian perspective of prepping. I listen to a few
American podcasts as well. The differences are STAGGERING.
 
One of the first times I ever put my plans into place was during the 2003
blackout. I was a 2nd tier responder affiliated with local fire and EMS
teams (volunteer) and spent almost 48 hours helping prevent
life-threatening emergencies.
 
EDC, first aid, and SIP preps  are my primary areas of focus.
 
Keep up the great work. I appreciate the effort you guys put in. I'm
looking at rapidsurvival.com right now and planning my first purchase!
 
Thanks guys,
 
Alan
Ian - Itunes review?
 
Outro
Eric -  I’m going to bring episode 8 of the Canadian Prepper Podcast to an end. . . Ian where can people find the show online?
Ian- You can find the podcast on Itunes and Podbean, and spotify.  Please help us out take a few minutes and submit a review! It helps other people find us.  
You can also find us at prepperpodcast.ca.  Our Youtube live shows are now available, please subscribe to “The Island Retreat “ and click the notifications tab.  That gives you alerts when we are going live.
Eric –Ian how can people reach you?
Ian -  theislandretreat@gmail.com,
 
Andrew - Contact info? https://ragnaroktactical.ca/ and http://canadianpatriotpodcast.com/
Eric – Please  check out Rapid Survival www.rapidsurvival.com and get me there on live chat while buying some prepper gear, or just can also email me at feedback@prepperpodcast.ca
Eric - Thanks for joining us, and tune in for the next episode, where we will talk about Water needs, storage, and disinfection..  
Eric - Until next time, be prepared, stay safe, and (Ian) keep learning!