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One thing that can't be stressed enough for would-be survivalists is training in common survival tasks.
Sure, you have a $$$ Blackhawk STOMP medic bag and a 3" manual, but have you actually given an IV?
Do you know how to bait a fishing hook? Make a wire snare? Have you shot your hunting rifle at 300 yards?
You've got a compass and a map, but have you been lost and had to use it before?
In an actual SHTF scenario, you don't want to have to engage in a crash course while you're freezing / starving to death.
First thing I inventory when getting into a survival mindset is the old mental toolbox. Get training. Endless repetition (practice) and blunt force trauma (real use).
The Internet and books are great for basic knowledge, but nothing beats the stress-test of performing in front of an instructor and audience.
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