Saturday, February 02, 2008

The apocalypse list

You may or may not know that I am obsessed with stories (literature/movies) with post-apocalyptic themes. I just finished a new anthology of post-apocalyptic fiction called Wastelands, and it once again got me thinking about my list. Basically my emergency preparedness list for things I need to do and have in order to be ready for the end of the world (any standard rapture scenario aside).

So, without further adieu, part* of my apocalypse list**...

1. Start a running regimen - All good survival stories involve running in one form or another. I need to be able to outrun the giant tidal wave or run faster than the other fleeing mass of people. Running seems like a basic skill that would improve chances of survival. I hate running.
2. Learn kickboxing - Along the same lines as running, this just seems like a good skill to have in terms of survival. You just never know when you're going to need to kick a little ass and defend your loved one.
3. Learn to garden - If the end of the world comes, the modern food chain (3 ears of corn for $1 at Wegmans) will likely no longer exist. Assuming there are still parts of the world whose environment will grow crops, a girl needs to learn how to reap and sow.
4. Learn to build a fire - It seems easy and basic enough, and I plan to stockpile matches. However, knowing what the average boy scout and caveman know should be essential.
5. Build basic supplies - While I realize that looting would probably be what would happen after a while, it would be nice to at least begin my end of the world scenario with a few basics. Gauze, duct tape, rope, flashlights and batteries, candles, water purifier (like you'd use camping), knife, etc.


*This is only the beginning of my list :-)
**Yes, I fully realize you may now think I'm a freak.

6 comments:

  1. I want to learn how to hot wire a car and break into locks...but not for the apocalypse or anything.

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  2. Anonymous1:32 AM

    Great now I can feel completely inadequate and unprepared for the big one.

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  3. Anonymous9:47 AM

    Don't forget to "Learn How to Shoot Guns". You know that there are going to be some crazy people running around wanting to take your supplies!

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  4. Oh how I love this list... I am not compiling my own Apocolypse List in my head. "Learn Morse code" is on there.

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  5. Anonymous8:13 PM

    Every progressive\liberal\Dem should own at least two guns, a shotgun and revolver.

    If the SHTF (stuff hots the fan) you'll need to defend your turf and kickboxing and a knife are not up to the task.

    Just my opinion and I hope I'm wrong

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  6. I think that learning to shoot guns works if you are going to have a LOT of ammo. Maybe you could knit some of those ammo vests--that would be sweet! Actually, one of those would turn that horse into Rambo stallion!

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