Here’s an off topic post~
My very good friend of mine is selling his knife collection. He has everything from pocket knives to hunting knives. He is also selling several custom made knives that he has acquired over the years.
Check of his blog, facebook and E-Bay pages for a great deal.
Christmas is around the corner and these items will make for great stocking stuffers~
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Superstorm Sandy: How You Can Help
This was e-mailed to me~
Volunteers in New Jersey are being coordinated through an emergency response hotline, 1-800-JERSEY-7 (1-800-537-7397). Alternate numbers, for when the hotline isn’t staffed, include 609-775-5236 and 908-303-0471 or emails can be sent to Rowena.Madden@sos.state.nj.us.
The New York City agency NYC Service is coordinating volunteers for various relief projects in New York City. Go to its Facebook page or email nycservice@cityhall.nyc.gov with your name and email address.
The American Red Cross is collecting funds and coordinating blood donations. The organization sheltered more than 3,000 people across nine states during the worst of the storm. You can donate $10 by phone by texting the word REDCROSS to 90999.
Sandy has caused the cancellation of about 300 American Red Cross blood drives.
“Patients will still need blood despite the weather,” said Dr. Richard Benjamin, chief medical officer of the Red Cross, in a statement.
To schedule a blood donation at a center near you or for more information about giving blood or platelets, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) takes donations to rescue and shelter animals affected by the storm. Nearly 300 animals are staying with their owners in shelters in the New York City area, the agency said.
The ASPCA is also setting up a distribution center in Syracuse, New York with 4,000 sheltering units, which contain pet food, crates, food bowls, toys, and anything else an animal may need.
The Salvation Army: You can donate $10 to the Salvation Army by texting “STORM” to 80888. If you are already volunteer-certified, you can sign up to help out with disaster relief.
AmeriCares: You can donate to AmeriCares’ relief fund to help the organization, which is distributing supplies to 130 clinics in the 13 states affected by Sandy.
To follow news from some of the most affected areas and see how local residents are faring, here are links to Patch sites:
Greenwich Patch (CT)
Hoboken Patch
Ocean City Patch
Point Pleasant Patch
Volunteers in New Jersey are being coordinated through an emergency response hotline, 1-800-JERSEY-7 (1-800-537-7397). Alternate numbers, for when the hotline isn’t staffed, include 609-775-5236 and 908-303-0471 or emails can be sent to Rowena.Madden@sos.state.nj.us.
The New York City agency NYC Service is coordinating volunteers for various relief projects in New York City. Go to its Facebook page or email nycservice@cityhall.nyc.gov with your name and email address.
The American Red Cross is collecting funds and coordinating blood donations. The organization sheltered more than 3,000 people across nine states during the worst of the storm. You can donate $10 by phone by texting the word REDCROSS to 90999.
Sandy has caused the cancellation of about 300 American Red Cross blood drives.
“Patients will still need blood despite the weather,” said Dr. Richard Benjamin, chief medical officer of the Red Cross, in a statement.
To schedule a blood donation at a center near you or for more information about giving blood or platelets, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) takes donations to rescue and shelter animals affected by the storm. Nearly 300 animals are staying with their owners in shelters in the New York City area, the agency said.
The ASPCA is also setting up a distribution center in Syracuse, New York with 4,000 sheltering units, which contain pet food, crates, food bowls, toys, and anything else an animal may need.
The Salvation Army: You can donate $10 to the Salvation Army by texting “STORM” to 80888. If you are already volunteer-certified, you can sign up to help out with disaster relief.
AmeriCares: You can donate to AmeriCares’ relief fund to help the organization, which is distributing supplies to 130 clinics in the 13 states affected by Sandy.
To follow news from some of the most affected areas and see how local residents are faring, here are links to Patch sites:
Greenwich Patch (CT)
Hoboken Patch
Ocean City Patch
Point Pleasant Patch
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Emergency Information for Sandy Victims
Hurricane Sandy Emergency Information
| Google crisis response: | Map with power outages, shelters, weather and more |
| NYC info: | nyc.gov | MTA map | Notify NYC alerts | Transit |
Friday, November 2, 2012
Survival Preparedness
Who would have thought that some of the most populated areas in the U.S. would be going 5 days + without electricity, water, food & other necessities.
Many of you have laughed at me for storing food and survival gear, even some of my East Coast friends.
I not laughing at them and I do feel bad for them. It saddens me to see so many in dire straits (state of extreme distress.)
I pray several times a day for all those effected in this disaster.
It’s never too late to plan for a disaster.
Hurricane Sandy developed from a tropical wave in the western Caribbean Sea on October 22.
officials advised residents to prepare and or evacuate as early as October 24, 2012.
Here we are, it's November 2, 2012 and all hell is starting to break loose on the East Coast.
Some news links
Drivers Waiting 6 Hours For Gas in NYC...
Tempers Rise in Wake of Storm...
'Finding bodies left and right'...
'They forgot about us'...
CHUCK SCHUMER CONFRONTED: 'We Are Gonna Die!'
CUOMO: 'No reason to panic'...
Utility workers pelted with eggs...
Misery...
Mile-long lines, price hits $6...
Residents Furious RED CROSS Offering Cookies & Hot Chocolate, Not Blankets Or Clothes...
Two massive generators power NY media, not masses...
Staten Islanders Plead for Help: 'We Need Food'...
'Please don't leave us'...
VIDEO: Stranded New Yorkers Defecating in Apartment Buildings...
DIRE...
You should have supplies to last you a minimum of 4 weeks.
Here is a small list~
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Personal locator beacon (PLB)
Cell Phone
Handgun
Shotgun
Riffle
Ammo
B.B. / Pellet Gun
Pepper or Bear Spray
Slingshot
Shortwave Radio
AM / Weather Radio
Ham Radio
C.B. Radio
Survival Laptop
Water Bottles
Lantern
Flashlights
L.E.D. HeadLamps
Batteries
Solar Charger
Ultimate Survival Kit
MultiTool
Can Opener
Pocket Knife
Knife (we recommend the SOG Knives – The Seal Pup Elite Knife)
Cable Ties
Portable Camping Stove
Propane
Waterproof Matches
Emergency Candles
Lighter
Fire steel
Magnesium Fire Starter
Tinder (for fire starting)
Plastic Freezer Bags
Plastic Trash Bags
Eating and Cooking Utensils
Emergency Food or MRE’S
Energy Bars
Salt
Medications
Multi-Vitamins
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
First Aid Kit
Personal Hygiene
Dental floss
Rubbing Alcohol
Binoculars
Whistle
Compass
Flares
Signal Mirror
GPS Device
4 Season Tent
Plastic painters tarp
Bivy sack
Hiking Backpack
Hiking Tarp
Hiking Hammock
Sleeping Bag (Extreme Cold)
Space blanket
Mylar blanket
Water Storage
Water-purification tablets
Water Filter
Canteens
Sewing Kit
Maps
Duct Tape
Plastic Tubing
Tool Kit
Scissors
Crowbar
Machete
Camp Axe
Shovel
Saw
Snare Wire
Emergency Credit Card
Personal Identification Papers
Family Photos (moral Booster)
Dust Mask
Good Hiking Boots
Bandanas
Gloves
Extra Socks
Gloves
Rain suit or poncho,
Wide Brim Hat
Chemical hand warmer packets
Chlorine Bleach
550 Paracord
Fishing Pole
Fishing line
Bible
Playing Cards
Fire Extinguisher
Jumper Cables
Oil (for your vehicle, can also be used to start a fire or create smoke for a signal fire)
Fuel Cans for/ with gasoline. 50 gallons
Generator
Tire Repair Kit
Hard Candy ( can give you a boost of energy and a boost to your moral)
Money ( Putting a $50 and a $100 in you kit might come in useful some day)
Pet Supplies (if needed)
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