Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying climate, terrain, and possible natural and man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we must know what we’re preparing for and what we’re working with.
Bob Mayer was an instructor and course developer/writer for years at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
The Area Study will save you time and money and give you focus.Bob Mayer
Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying climate, terrain, and possible natural and man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we must know what we’re preparing for and what we’re working with.
Bob Mayer was an instructor and course developer/writer for years at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
The perfect manual for your grab-n-go bag; glove compartment; kitchen drawer. Designed to fit in your purse or pocket at only 4" by 6".
From events like a pandemic to wildfires to floods to earthquakes and more, this book shows you in detail how to deal with disasters.
The definitive guide to survive any emergency or disaster. This is the manual for neophytes who don’t know where to begin and experienced preppers who want insight and tactics from the elite Special Forces.
This book lays out how to survive from mild, to moderate, to extreme emergencies in a logical flow.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
The Acronym SURVIVAL could save your lifeBob Mayer
This acronym is something we can use in every situation. Awareness is key. Having a positive attitude can make all the difference between surviving or not.
The Green Beret Preparation and Survival GuideBob Mayer
"The best preparation guide available, bar none. A must have for anyone concerned about man-made and natural disasters. Mayer points out that preparation is key and he walks the reader through it, each section building on the one before. From page one, I felt more prepared. Get it!" Assembly Magazine.
What is the Mindset needed to Survive and Succeed?Bob Mayer
What does it take to survive? The mind is most important tool every one has in an emergency and/or survival situation. What is the right mindset? How can you be prepared?
The perfect manual for your grab-n-go bag; glove compartment; kitchen drawer. Designed to fit in your purse or pocket at only 4" by 6".
From events like a pandemic to wildfires to floods to earthquakes and more, this book shows you in detail how to deal with disasters.
The definitive guide to survive any emergency or disaster. This is the manual for neophytes who don’t know where to begin and experienced preppers who want insight and tactics from the elite Special Forces.
This book lays out how to survive from mild, to moderate, to extreme emergencies in a logical flow.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
The Area Study will save you time and money and give you focus.Bob Mayer
Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying climate, terrain, and possible natural and man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we must know what we’re preparing for and what we’re working with.
Bob Mayer was an instructor and course developer/writer for years at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
The perfect manual for your grab-n-go bag; glove compartment; kitchen drawer. Designed to fit in your purse or pocket at only 4" by 6".
From events like a pandemic to wildfires to floods to earthquakes and more, this book shows you in detail how to deal with disasters.
The definitive guide to survive any emergency or disaster. This is the manual for neophytes who don’t know where to begin and experienced preppers who want insight and tactics from the elite Special Forces.
This book lays out how to survive from mild, to moderate, to extreme emergencies in a logical flow.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
The Acronym SURVIVAL could save your lifeBob Mayer
This acronym is something we can use in every situation. Awareness is key. Having a positive attitude can make all the difference between surviving or not.
The Green Beret Preparation and Survival GuideBob Mayer
"The best preparation guide available, bar none. A must have for anyone concerned about man-made and natural disasters. Mayer points out that preparation is key and he walks the reader through it, each section building on the one before. From page one, I felt more prepared. Get it!" Assembly Magazine.
What is the Mindset needed to Survive and Succeed?Bob Mayer
What does it take to survive? The mind is most important tool every one has in an emergency and/or survival situation. What is the right mindset? How can you be prepared?
The perfect manual for your grab-n-go bag; glove compartment; kitchen drawer. Designed to fit in your purse or pocket at only 4" by 6".
From events like a pandemic to wildfires to floods to earthquakes and more, this book shows you in detail how to deal with disasters.
The definitive guide to survive any emergency or disaster. This is the manual for neophytes who don’t know where to begin and experienced preppers who want insight and tactics from the elite Special Forces.
This book lays out how to survive from mild, to moderate, to extreme emergencies in a logical flow.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
The Area Study will save you time and money and give you focus.Bob Mayer
Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying climate, terrain, and possible natural and man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we must know what we’re preparing for and what we’re working with.
Bob Mayer was an instructor and course developer/writer for years at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
The Area Study will save you time and money and give you focus. Bob Mayer
Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying climate, terrain, and possible natural and man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we must know what we’re preparing for and what we’re working with.
Bob Mayer was an instructor and course developer/writer for years at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
Areas Study Workbook and Preparation and Survival GuideBob Mayer
An overview of these two critical books for preparation and survival. An Area Study gives you focus and saves time and money. Most Americans are not prepared to a base level. The Preparation and Survival Guide will get you there with step by step instructions.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
1 HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING MADE EASY! A Simple .docxmercysuttle
1
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING
MADE EASY!
A Simple and Easy Way to Develop Your Community’s Hazard Mitigation Plan
Over the next couple of days you will be learning about a local planning process called
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING. Before this training program is over you will be
well on your way to developing a HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN for your local community.
That plan if properly implemented and followed may someday save the lives, property and
livelihoods of your friends, neighbors, family, perhaps even yourself. Hazard mitigation
planning may sound complicated, confusing and maybe even intimidating. It’s really not.
The first time people hear the term “hazard mitigation,” many of them say “What’s that?”
Most people have an idea of what “hazards” are. Hazards are dangers or things to watch out
for or risks, but what’s mitigation mean? The ancient Romans used the word “mitigare”
meaning “to soften.” Good old Daniel Webster says it means “to make less severe or painful,
to cause to become less harsh or hostile.” Mitigate is another way to say “relieve” or
“alleviate.” Hazard mitigation is kind of like taking an aspirin to make a headache go away, it
might not make it go away completely but it should help some. That’s the general idea, to
make a dangerous situation less risky, but now let’s get down to what Hazard Mitigation is
really all about.
Great! You’re probably thinking, now I know what the Romans and Daniel Webster meant, what
should HAZARD MITIGATION mean to me? For our purposes hazards are natural, man-made
or technological disasters. Hazard mitigation means reducing, eliminating, redirecting, or
avoiding the effects of those hazards. The standard definition of hazard mitigation that is
often used by FEMA and PEMA is:
Any cost-effective action taken to eliminate or reduce the long-term
risk to life and property from natural and technological hazards.
The phrase “cost-effective” is added to this definition to stress the important practical idea
that, to be beneficial, a mitigation measure should save you (the American taxpayer) money in
the long run. For example, in the California earthquakes when expressways and bridges
collapsed, which was more cost-effective? Rebuild structures to the same standard they
were before the quakes or spend a little additional money to build stronger, more earthquake-
resistant structures? The second choice probably makes more sense. On the other hand,
California probably doesn’t need to spend a lot of money to flood-proof homes in, let’s say,
Death Valley. A more appropriate, cost-effective mitigation there might be against drought
and extreme heat hazards.
2
OK, that’s hazard mitigation, now what’s a Hazard Mitigation Plan, since that’s what this
course is supposed to be about?
Wow! You’re just raring to go! Well, a Hazard Mitigation Plan, then, is:
A community’s outline for evaluating hazards, ...
1 HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING MADE EASY! A Simple .docxhoney725342
1
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING
MADE EASY!
A Simple and Easy Way to Develop Your Community’s Hazard Mitigation Plan
Over the next couple of days you will be learning about a local planning process called
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING. Before this training program is over you will be
well on your way to developing a HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN for your local community.
That plan if properly implemented and followed may someday save the lives, property and
livelihoods of your friends, neighbors, family, perhaps even yourself. Hazard mitigation
planning may sound complicated, confusing and maybe even intimidating. It’s really not.
The first time people hear the term “hazard mitigation,” many of them say “What’s that?”
Most people have an idea of what “hazards” are. Hazards are dangers or things to watch out
for or risks, but what’s mitigation mean? The ancient Romans used the word “mitigare”
meaning “to soften.” Good old Daniel Webster says it means “to make less severe or painful,
to cause to become less harsh or hostile.” Mitigate is another way to say “relieve” or
“alleviate.” Hazard mitigation is kind of like taking an aspirin to make a headache go away, it
might not make it go away completely but it should help some. That’s the general idea, to
make a dangerous situation less risky, but now let’s get down to what Hazard Mitigation is
really all about.
Great! You’re probably thinking, now I know what the Romans and Daniel Webster meant, what
should HAZARD MITIGATION mean to me? For our purposes hazards are natural, man-made
or technological disasters. Hazard mitigation means reducing, eliminating, redirecting, or
avoiding the effects of those hazards. The standard definition of hazard mitigation that is
often used by FEMA and PEMA is:
Any cost-effective action taken to eliminate or reduce the long-term
risk to life and property from natural and technological hazards.
The phrase “cost-effective” is added to this definition to stress the important practical idea
that, to be beneficial, a mitigation measure should save you (the American taxpayer) money in
the long run. For example, in the California earthquakes when expressways and bridges
collapsed, which was more cost-effective? Rebuild structures to the same standard they
were before the quakes or spend a little additional money to build stronger, more earthquake-
resistant structures? The second choice probably makes more sense. On the other hand,
California probably doesn’t need to spend a lot of money to flood-proof homes in, let’s say,
Death Valley. A more appropriate, cost-effective mitigation there might be against drought
and extreme heat hazards.
2
OK, that’s hazard mitigation, now what’s a Hazard Mitigation Plan, since that’s what this
course is supposed to be about?
Wow! You’re just raring to go! Well, a Hazard Mitigation Plan, then, is:
A community’s outline for evaluating hazards, ...
The Green Beret Preparation and Survival GuideBob Mayer
"The best preparation guide available, bar none. A must have for anyone concerned about man-made and natural disasters. Mayer points out that preparation is key and he walks the reader through it, each section building on the one before. From page one, I felt more prepared. Get it!" Assembly Magazine.
WRI’s brand new “Food Service Playbook for Promoting Sustainable Food Choices” gives food service operators the very latest strategies for creating dining environments that empower consumers to choose sustainable, plant-rich dishes. This research builds off our first guide for food service, now with industry experience and insights from nearly 350 academic trials.
The Area Study will save you time and money and give you focus.Bob Mayer
Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying climate, terrain, and possible natural and man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we must know what we’re preparing for and what we’re working with.
Bob Mayer was an instructor and course developer/writer for years at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
The Area Study will save you time and money and give you focus. Bob Mayer
Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying climate, terrain, and possible natural and man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we must know what we’re preparing for and what we’re working with.
Bob Mayer was an instructor and course developer/writer for years at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
Areas Study Workbook and Preparation and Survival GuideBob Mayer
An overview of these two critical books for preparation and survival. An Area Study gives you focus and saves time and money. Most Americans are not prepared to a base level. The Preparation and Survival Guide will get you there with step by step instructions.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
The key is to prepare smartly and efficiently. Start with basics. Do an Area Study to determine your specific needs. Then build up. 80% of US counties have suffered a weather disaster in the past decade. Because you will face some form of emergency, even just a power outage, that you need to be prepared for.
1 HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING MADE EASY! A Simple .docxmercysuttle
1
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING
MADE EASY!
A Simple and Easy Way to Develop Your Community’s Hazard Mitigation Plan
Over the next couple of days you will be learning about a local planning process called
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING. Before this training program is over you will be
well on your way to developing a HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN for your local community.
That plan if properly implemented and followed may someday save the lives, property and
livelihoods of your friends, neighbors, family, perhaps even yourself. Hazard mitigation
planning may sound complicated, confusing and maybe even intimidating. It’s really not.
The first time people hear the term “hazard mitigation,” many of them say “What’s that?”
Most people have an idea of what “hazards” are. Hazards are dangers or things to watch out
for or risks, but what’s mitigation mean? The ancient Romans used the word “mitigare”
meaning “to soften.” Good old Daniel Webster says it means “to make less severe or painful,
to cause to become less harsh or hostile.” Mitigate is another way to say “relieve” or
“alleviate.” Hazard mitigation is kind of like taking an aspirin to make a headache go away, it
might not make it go away completely but it should help some. That’s the general idea, to
make a dangerous situation less risky, but now let’s get down to what Hazard Mitigation is
really all about.
Great! You’re probably thinking, now I know what the Romans and Daniel Webster meant, what
should HAZARD MITIGATION mean to me? For our purposes hazards are natural, man-made
or technological disasters. Hazard mitigation means reducing, eliminating, redirecting, or
avoiding the effects of those hazards. The standard definition of hazard mitigation that is
often used by FEMA and PEMA is:
Any cost-effective action taken to eliminate or reduce the long-term
risk to life and property from natural and technological hazards.
The phrase “cost-effective” is added to this definition to stress the important practical idea
that, to be beneficial, a mitigation measure should save you (the American taxpayer) money in
the long run. For example, in the California earthquakes when expressways and bridges
collapsed, which was more cost-effective? Rebuild structures to the same standard they
were before the quakes or spend a little additional money to build stronger, more earthquake-
resistant structures? The second choice probably makes more sense. On the other hand,
California probably doesn’t need to spend a lot of money to flood-proof homes in, let’s say,
Death Valley. A more appropriate, cost-effective mitigation there might be against drought
and extreme heat hazards.
2
OK, that’s hazard mitigation, now what’s a Hazard Mitigation Plan, since that’s what this
course is supposed to be about?
Wow! You’re just raring to go! Well, a Hazard Mitigation Plan, then, is:
A community’s outline for evaluating hazards, ...
1 HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING MADE EASY! A Simple .docxhoney725342
1
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING
MADE EASY!
A Simple and Easy Way to Develop Your Community’s Hazard Mitigation Plan
Over the next couple of days you will be learning about a local planning process called
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING. Before this training program is over you will be
well on your way to developing a HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN for your local community.
That plan if properly implemented and followed may someday save the lives, property and
livelihoods of your friends, neighbors, family, perhaps even yourself. Hazard mitigation
planning may sound complicated, confusing and maybe even intimidating. It’s really not.
The first time people hear the term “hazard mitigation,” many of them say “What’s that?”
Most people have an idea of what “hazards” are. Hazards are dangers or things to watch out
for or risks, but what’s mitigation mean? The ancient Romans used the word “mitigare”
meaning “to soften.” Good old Daniel Webster says it means “to make less severe or painful,
to cause to become less harsh or hostile.” Mitigate is another way to say “relieve” or
“alleviate.” Hazard mitigation is kind of like taking an aspirin to make a headache go away, it
might not make it go away completely but it should help some. That’s the general idea, to
make a dangerous situation less risky, but now let’s get down to what Hazard Mitigation is
really all about.
Great! You’re probably thinking, now I know what the Romans and Daniel Webster meant, what
should HAZARD MITIGATION mean to me? For our purposes hazards are natural, man-made
or technological disasters. Hazard mitigation means reducing, eliminating, redirecting, or
avoiding the effects of those hazards. The standard definition of hazard mitigation that is
often used by FEMA and PEMA is:
Any cost-effective action taken to eliminate or reduce the long-term
risk to life and property from natural and technological hazards.
The phrase “cost-effective” is added to this definition to stress the important practical idea
that, to be beneficial, a mitigation measure should save you (the American taxpayer) money in
the long run. For example, in the California earthquakes when expressways and bridges
collapsed, which was more cost-effective? Rebuild structures to the same standard they
were before the quakes or spend a little additional money to build stronger, more earthquake-
resistant structures? The second choice probably makes more sense. On the other hand,
California probably doesn’t need to spend a lot of money to flood-proof homes in, let’s say,
Death Valley. A more appropriate, cost-effective mitigation there might be against drought
and extreme heat hazards.
2
OK, that’s hazard mitigation, now what’s a Hazard Mitigation Plan, since that’s what this
course is supposed to be about?
Wow! You’re just raring to go! Well, a Hazard Mitigation Plan, then, is:
A community’s outline for evaluating hazards, ...
The Green Beret Preparation and Survival GuideBob Mayer
"The best preparation guide available, bar none. A must have for anyone concerned about man-made and natural disasters. Mayer points out that preparation is key and he walks the reader through it, each section building on the one before. From page one, I felt more prepared. Get it!" Assembly Magazine.
WRI’s brand new “Food Service Playbook for Promoting Sustainable Food Choices” gives food service operators the very latest strategies for creating dining environments that empower consumers to choose sustainable, plant-rich dishes. This research builds off our first guide for food service, now with industry experience and insights from nearly 350 academic trials.
Natural farming @ Dr. Siddhartha S. Jena.pptxsidjena70
A brief about organic farming/ Natural farming/ Zero budget natural farming/ Subash Palekar Natural farming which keeps us and environment safe and healthy. Next gen Agricultural practices of chemical free farming.
Artificial Reefs by Kuddle Life Foundation - May 2024punit537210
Situated in Pondicherry, India, Kuddle Life Foundation is a charitable, non-profit and non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to improving the living standards of coastal communities and simultaneously placing a strong emphasis on the protection of marine ecosystems.
One of the key areas we work in is Artificial Reefs. This presentation captures our journey so far and our learnings. We hope you get as excited about marine conservation and artificial reefs as we are.
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Willie Nelson Net Worth: A Journey Through Music, Movies, and Business Venturesgreendigital
Willie Nelson is a name that resonates within the world of music and entertainment. Known for his unique voice, and masterful guitar skills. and an extraordinary career spanning several decades. Nelson has become a legend in the country music scene. But, his influence extends far beyond the realm of music. with ventures in acting, writing, activism, and business. This comprehensive article delves into Willie Nelson net worth. exploring the various facets of his career that have contributed to his large fortune.
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Introduction
Willie Nelson net worth is a testament to his enduring influence and success in many fields. Born on April 29, 1933, in Abbott, Texas. Nelson's journey from a humble beginning to becoming one of the most iconic figures in American music is nothing short of inspirational. His net worth, which estimated to be around $25 million as of 2024. reflects a career that is as diverse as it is prolific.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Humble Origins
Willie Hugh Nelson was born during the Great Depression. a time of significant economic hardship in the United States. Raised by his grandparents. Nelson found solace and inspiration in music from an early age. His grandmother taught him to play the guitar. setting the stage for what would become an illustrious career.
First Steps in Music
Nelson's initial foray into the music industry was fraught with challenges. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue his dreams, but success did not come . Working as a songwriter, Nelson penned hits for other artists. which helped him gain a foothold in the competitive music scene. His songwriting skills contributed to his early earnings. laying the foundation for his net worth.
Rise to Stardom
Breakthrough Albums
The 1970s marked a turning point in Willie Nelson's career. His albums "Shotgun Willie" (1973), "Red Headed Stranger" (1975). and "Stardust" (1978) received critical acclaim and commercial success. These albums not only solidified his position in the country music genre. but also introduced his music to a broader audience. The success of these albums played a crucial role in boosting Willie Nelson net worth.
Iconic Songs
Willie Nelson net worth is also attributed to his extensive catalog of hit songs. Tracks like "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," "On the Road Again," and "Always on My Mind" have become timeless classics. These songs have not only earned Nelson large royalties but have also ensured his continued relevance in the music industry.
Acting and Film Career
Hollywood Ventures
In addition to his music career, Willie Nelson has also made a mark in Hollywood. His distinctive personality and on-screen presence have landed him roles in several films and television shows. Notable appearances include roles in "The Electric Horseman" (1979), "Honeysuckle Rose" (1980), and "Barbarosa" (1982). These acting gigs have added a significant amount to Willie Nelson net worth.
Television Appearances
Nelson's char
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Many companies today use green washing to lure the public into thinking they are conserving the environment but in real sense they are doing more harm. There have been such several cases from very big companies here in Kenya and also globally. This ranges from various sectors from manufacturing and goes to consumer products. Educating people on greenwashing will enable people to make better choices based on their analysis and not on what they see on marketing sites.
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The objective of this work is to contribute to valorization de Nephelium lappaceum by the characterization of kinetics of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum. The seeds were dehydrated until a constant mass respectively in a drying oven and a microwawe oven. The temperatures and the powers of drying are respectively: 50, 60 and 70°C and 140, 280 and 420 W. The results show that the curves of drying of seeds of Nephelium lappaceum do not present a phase of constant kinetics. The coefficients of diffusion vary between 2.09.10-8 to 2.98. 10-8m-2/s in the interval of 50°C at 70°C and between 4.83×10-07 at 9.04×10-07 m-8/s for the powers going of 140 W with 420 W the relation between Arrhenius and a value of energy of activation of 16.49 kJ. mol-1 expressed the effect of the temperature on effective diffusivity.
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The Area Study will save you time and money and give you focus.
1.
2. Everyone’s situation is different.
We’re different individuals.
We have different households/situations.
We live in different places with varying
climate, terrain, and possible natural and
man-made disasters.
Thus, before we begin to ‘prepare’, we
must know what we’re preparing for and
what we’re working with.
3. By doing a good Area Study, you save time
and money because you’ve focused on
your priorities.
You need to know your assets and your
threats.
You also have to get the right supplies,
training, and gear for your specific situation.
4. In Special Forces, what made us elite was
our planning and preparation. The first
thing we did when we received a mission
packet was conduct an Area Study of the
Area of Operations (AO).
In the same way, you need to conduct an
Area Study of your home, work, and school
Areas of Operation.
5. First, we’ll learn what an Area Study is and
why we need it. Then there will be
checklists to fill out that will get us started in
the right direction.
This slideshow is only a brief sampling of
the more extensive information in
The Green Beret Area Study
Workbook
6. Area Studies can have non-
emergency uses, such as if we’re
considering moving to a new place.
An Area Study can provide
valuable decision making data.
7. Evaluate your Area of Operations in terms of
both climate and terrain.
This is the first place where we start to see
what we need to focus on.
Following are a sampling of the map data
from the workbook.
17. By examine these and other maps and data,
we get an idea of what we’re facing in terms
of climate and terrain.
18. Evaluate your Area of Operations
Think about it. You live in a tsunami zone.
Have you actually driven your evacuation
route? How long does it take? Have you
figured out the quickest escape route on
foot. You work on the 40th floor of a
skyscraper. Do you ever look around and
ask yourself: how do I get out of here if the
normal means of egress are blocked? While
schools run active shooter drills, what about
the work place?
19. YOURSELF AND YOUR TEAM
What special skills and background do you have? The
people on your team?
These include medical, construction, problem solving,
military, etc. The key is to know what you can and can’t do,
and what those around you can and can’t do. These skills
include medical, military, gardening, hunting, survival
training and experience, pilot, boat operation, camping,
weapons, cooking, land navigation, swimming,
communication (personal and technical), construction,
problem solving, fire starting, knot tying, the list goes on
and on.
It also includes physical condition of yourself and your
team members.
20.
21.
22. How close are you to the nearest
military base? Nearest police
station? Firehouse? Hospital? Do
you know where the closest
emergency room is? How long it
will take to get there? Could you
drive the route in the dark? How
quickly can an ambulance respond
to your location?
23. Where is your closest source of
drinkable water if your drinking
supply is contaminated?
This often occurs during natural
disasters especially floods.
Are you prepared to a base level
with emergency water?
24. You want to examine your environment
for a lot of things. What can harm you?
What can help you? What can hide you?
What are your enabling factors? What are
your disabling factors? What is the terrain
and how can it help you or hamper you in
movement? What are the roads, trails, rail,
etc. What effect does your environment
have on you? What are choke points,
particularly river crossings (bridges and
tunnels)?
25. Then you must must be
concerned with the man-made
and natural events you should
prepare for in order of
likelihood.
26.
27. 80% of natural disasters also include
flooding.
Do you live in a flood zone?
Would you be cut off if your area floods?
You can use the FEMA flood map
search to determine this:
https://msc.fema.gov/portal/search
28. Note that there are many
areas that were not in flood
zones, that are now included.
A new map as of 2020
includes 6 million more homes
than previously mapped.
Check this new MAP
29. There are also man-made disasters.
Here is a partial list: Car accident,
boat/ferry accident, train/subway
accident, tall building evacuation, fire,
power outage, burglary, robbery,
carjacking, civil unrests/riots, terrorist
attack, active shooter, firearms
accidents, nuclear power plant accident,
nuclear weapons, biological weapons
and infectious diseases, chemical
weapons/accident, industrial accident.
30. Are your power lines buried? What
industries are in your area? What are you
downwind, downstream of? What toxic
materials and/or gases would be emitted if
there was an accident? Is there a rail line or
waterway near you? What is transported on
those trains/barges?
Where is the closest nuclear power plant
and/or storage area? Are there labs in your
area that work with dangerous biological
agents? What about the local university?
Are you in the flood zone of a dam
breaking?
31.
32. This is just the basis. But by
answering these questions you can
begin to frame the priority of
preparation.
This will determine your plans and
what supplies and equipment you
need.
Of course there are baseline survival
supplies every household should have,
such as water, first aid kit, emergency
radio, etc. but beyond that, an Area
Study will give focus.
33. More on all of this in The Green
Beret Area Study Workboo where I
walk you through all these steps with
explanations and checklists.
I hope you find this slideshow useful.
I teach a workshop on doing an Area
Study. If interested, please contact
me at
bob@bobmayer.com
34. More Free Information
I constantly update free, downloadable
slideshows like this on my web site for
preparation and survival and other
topics.
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Also, I conduct Area Study workshops
for those interested in properly
preparing for their specific
circumstances.
35. AMAZON
This book walks you through your personal situation,
your home, and your Area of Operations.
38. New York Times bestselling author, is a graduate of West
Point and former Green Beret. He’s had over 80 books
published, including the #1 bestselling series Green Berets,
Time Patrol, Area 51, and Atlantis. He’s sold over 5 million
books. He was born in the Bronx and has traveled the world.
He’s lived on an island off the east coast, an island off the
west coast, in the Rocky Mountains, the Smoky Mountains
and other places, including time in East Asia studying martial
arts.
He was an instructor and course developer/writer for years
at the JFK Special Warfare Center and School which trains
Green Berets and also runs the SERE school:
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape.
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