08-25-2010, 05:54 PM
I always smile when this topic gets posted. Given the differing ways we all live here, the answer is also varied.
Living off grid, Helco power is always out in a sense, having extra fuel for the generator is common sense perhaps.
Living on catchment, the water will likely be there. How you get it may be a concern. Off grid, same as usual. On Helco, battery pump, gravity, bucket?
As for communications, whether cell or internet work is probably beyond our control and if those aren't functioning, well, back to the old days.
Food with reasonable shelf life is normal shopping for us, usually buying most canned goods by the case.
Freezer is usually full. Carey's reasoning is good.
Obie, that same shotgun might help keep what is yours, yours.
In our neighborhood, I've no doubt we'd be looking out for each other and sharing.
David
Ninole Resident
Living off grid, Helco power is always out in a sense, having extra fuel for the generator is common sense perhaps.
Living on catchment, the water will likely be there. How you get it may be a concern. Off grid, same as usual. On Helco, battery pump, gravity, bucket?
As for communications, whether cell or internet work is probably beyond our control and if those aren't functioning, well, back to the old days.
Food with reasonable shelf life is normal shopping for us, usually buying most canned goods by the case.
Freezer is usually full. Carey's reasoning is good.
Obie, that same shotgun might help keep what is yours, yours.
In our neighborhood, I've no doubt we'd be looking out for each other and sharing.
David
Ninole Resident
Ninole Resident