Start Small on your Prepping Journey

About this episode

This episode discusses a survival story of a 79-year-old skier in Montana, emphasizing the importance of preparation in outdoor adventures.

Send a text A Video Version is also available on YouTube A harrowing survival story opens this eye-opening episode as we learn how a 79-year-old skier survived a night in the Montana backcountry using only basic survival skills and minimal equipment. His experience dramatically illustrates why proper preparation matters when stepping out your front door—especially as global supply chains weaken and store shelves show initial gaps. From tiny keychain lights to comprehensive bug-out strategies...

People in this episode

Host: Bill Bateman

Topics covered

• survival skills
• prepping
• outdoor safety
• personal stories
• equipment
• global supply chains

Keywords

• survival story
• prepping journey
• Montana backcountry
• basic survival skills
• equipment
• global supply chains

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Montana, backcountry

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