Prepping, Homesteading, Adventure, Survival, SHTF and Self-reliance Dictionary

872 Pages·2016·0.94 MB·English

by  Lahiri

Copyright © 2016 Chandan Lahiri
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Dedicated to adventurers, survivalists and preppers from all around the world.

And to those who are yet to start the process.
Disclaimer
Information in this book is included simply as a reference manual; it is a
collation and collection of terms, phrases, concepts, acronyms, etc and is
provided for information purposes only. It should not in any way be taken as
expert opinion or advice.
Preface
The population of survivalists, adventurers, explorers and preppers are
increasing with each passing day. People are realising the importance of gaining
knowledge and skills. Being prepared is the first step one can take in overcoming
disasters, calamities and other such unforeseen circumstances. Armed with the
knowledge of what to do and by thinking out of the box, it becomes far easier to
face and overcome difficulties which otherwise can become extremely daunting.
However, with increasing information in this space, we are constantly faced
with terms, words, phrases and concepts that seem extremely alien. This makes
understanding the particular skill a lot more difficult and in some cases leads to
giving up since the words make no sense at all.
Looking for a compendium of information in a variety of places, I came up
short. And the idea of putting together a Dictionary of words, terms, phrases,
acronyms, etc was born. Hopefully, this Dictionary explains and demystifies
some of the words we end up hearing in the course of increasing our knowledge
and skills.
It is a Dictionary and does not attempt to explain each term or concept, but
gives you a very basic understanding of what it is. Detailing each term would
require many volumes and there is enough information about them in a variety
of sources across the internet and in books.
This is a compilation and I am just a compiler and not the Author. I have just
collected and collated the information and put them together in a form that I
think might be useful to many ... from experienced survivalists, adventurers and
preppers to those who are starting out discovering this very interesting field.
This is a continuing exercise and I do not think anyone can say thus far and no
further. There will always be new information and new words and new phrases
and new terms and new acronyms. If you come across any and feel that they
merit inclusion in the Dictionary, do let me know by sending a email to
info@otasurvivalschool and we will include them in the next edition.
Hope you enjoy flipping through this Dictionary and that it helps you.
Wishing you many happy journeys in the bosom of Mother Nature.

7 Ps
Acronym to remember basic preparatory advice. Proper Planning Preparation
and Practice Prevents Possible Problems.
ABAO
All Bets Are Off. Similar in connotation to SHTF or TEOTWAWKI
ABC
Airway Breathing Circulation - The three elements of cardiopulmonary
resuscitation.
Abrasion
A bleeding wound that is caused superficially on the skin. It is less serious than
other kinds of wounds, but care has to be taken to keep it clean so that it does not
become affected.