OUR MISSION STATEMENT: A community of like-minded prepared citizens, who actively meet to group life long friendship bonds, and develop survival skills among ethical trusting people - prepared for whatever may come! As residents of Ventura and LA Counties, we created this group to come together and prepare for any foreseeable crises.  We feel it is important to also build close supportive relationships in the event of a disaster. The purpose of this group is to interact with like-minded individu …

Ancient Pathways is for people who realize that our gatherer-hunter past is still alive within us. For hundreds of thousands of years, our ancestors lived directly with the land, and our ancient instincts are still present, though covered by a thin veneer of modern sophistication. Re-learning our connection with the land and the fascinating skills necessary to meet our needs: Teaches us how to satisfy our needs and builds confidence. Teaches the value of cooperation. Teaches an indigenous perspe …

Most people in the United States these days have a huge disconnect from the natural environment. From my perspective this lack of connection is one of the main reasons for illnesses, both mental and physical, in the world today. I enjoy teaching outdoor skills and I consider all of them to be pathways towards a more intimate relationship with the natural environment. This group is for all ages, races, religions, and conditions of people. Anybody can participate as much or as little as they like, …

Ventura Skills, Training & Emergency Planning Network Are you interested in the art of self-reliance and being prepared for Southern California's common disaster scenarios, such as fires and earthquakes?  If so, check us out! We learn from each other and outside sources to better support ourselves, families, friends, neighbors, and community both in times of tranquility and during emergencies.  We keep our focus on building skills and not on discussing political or religious views.  We encourage …

The United States Civil Defense Association (USCDA) is a private organization and not a government entity and it exists to provide humanitarian aid, and disaster response and relief on behalf of the duly elected county sheriff's across America and help provide emergency relief where needed in his/her area of jurisdiction and to those citizens in need, which may also include search and rescue, safety, improved force protection, and all aspects of security. During manmade or natural disasters. USC …

This groups is for anyone wanting to learn weapons safety & training, sharing rides to Pahrump and or Las Vegas, Nevada for Front Sight training courses. All skills levels are welcome. We will meet at local ranges to practice. Front Sight membership is not required. Topics: Survivalist Preppers Self Defense Communications - Ham Radio Survivalism is a movement of individuals or groups (called survivalists or preppers) who are actively preparing for emergencies as well as possible disruptions in …

This is a group for anyone interested in hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, backpacking, shooting, biking, etc. All skills levels are welcome. We started this group to meet other outdoor enthusiasts. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors with everybody.

Hi! I'm Alan Halcon, former field Editor and Writer for Wilderness Way magazine (Now Defunct), owner of outdoorselfreliance.com and part owner of Dirttime.com. For many years, I've traveled the country teaching and training others in Outdoor Self-Reliance and Wilderness Survival skills. I've trained everyone from civilian, to scouts, to military personnel the skills they need to help keep them alive. Currently, I hold the world record at starting a fire by rubbing sticks together, so making fire …

This is a group for anyone interested in learning about emergency preparedness and survival skills. We will discuss many topics including prepping, what to do wtshtf, protective bunkers, homesteading and canning. We own an emergency preparedness store in Lake Elsinore and classes pertaining to these topics and group meet-ups will be held there. We started this group to connect with other people in the community who are interested in learning more about survival and emergency preparedness. We loo …

American Overland Expedition AOE4x4, We are a group of adventure seeking individuals that enjoy the outdoors . Our explorations are vehicle depending or "Overlanding" as was call back in Australia and South Africa We have a the experience and the knowledge to get your 4x4 set up and help you develop the necessary skills to conquest any challenge over any terrain.