Banding together is
often the only feasible option in today's political & economic
atmosphere for individuals to adequately prepare for a potential
survival scenario. Groups of people have always come together to
pool resources & knowledge - this is how clans, cities, and
eventually nations came about.
In theory,
this is a very good idea and a great way to make life a whole lot
easier for everyone. In practice, it is obvious that it has worked
only too well. Few individuals are now capable of independent
living. Few people are capable of making or mending the clothes
they wear each day, producing the fuel they use to drive, cook &
heat their homes. Few people have the knowledge it takes to raise,
harvest, preserve and prepare the food they eat.
Modern day society is
an intricate and fragile network of highly specialized activities.
Most individuals are trapped or enticed into this specialization
by the need to survive as a member of this society or the desire
to "live the good life (i.e. - make a lot of money)." In fact,
many of our laws make it difficult or impossible for the average
Jane or Joe to practice certain specialties - unless they become
exclusive members of that specialty's group. Time constraints
caused by the economics of modern life often conflict with the
desire to learn and become "certified" in new specialties. Most
"average" folks need to hold down two jobs as it is, simply to
make ends meet.
In light of this,
SSRsi has added this section to introduce Co-Op's & Communities
that have been created for the purpose of group survival. SSRsi
does not investigate the political or philosophical bent of these
groups, however we will not knowingly link to any group involved
in racism, bigotry, supremacy, terrorism, or hatred.
Please inform us immediately if you have
proof
that a linked group falls into one or more of these categories.
Please remember that personal animosity, suspicion, or rejection
does not immediately constitute "proof." Neither does religious
exclusionism. Freedom of association implies the freedom to
disassociate without malice. If someone tells you,
"I'm sorry, friend, but this group is only for those who worship
the Great Toadstool . . ," or whatever, please don't take offense.
Find another group to join! On the other hand, those who
condemn folks for their beliefs or physical attributes or
heritage are not wanted or allowed on the SSRsi lists.
To
Submit & Report On Groups
Contact Us
Online or use the Contact Button to the Left
Co-Op's Level I Communities: SSRsi has received no listings at this time.
Level II Communities:
SSRsi has received no listings at this time.
Level III Communities: SSRsi has received no listings at this time.
Planning Committees (Currently investigating/discussing
feasibility of new community):
N. California/SE Oregon:
Contact
Judy:
[email protected]
Posted: Feb. 2011
Colorado (Near Granby):
Contact
http://www.therabbitsholevillage.com/ Posted: Feb. 2011
SSRsi received this communication on Nov 14 2011. The email below was bounced, so we were unable to reply. If you have or are planning a community in this area, let us know and we'll leave it up to Joe to contact YOU.
Are you aware of any communities forming in Texas north of Houston? My friends and I live in "The Woodlands", Conroe, and Huntsville Texas, and have considered Montgomery, the Palistine area, well, too many to list. I would like to make contact with other communities, and perhaps move into an area that is already underway. Areas both North and East of Dallas have also been considered. Any information you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for the great information. Joe Brewer [email protected] [bad e-mail]
Cautionary Note:
Always check
carefully the "fine print" before joining a group. Never send
money or make any promises before assuring yourself that this is
what you want to do. Have an attorney consult with you before
signing anything. Always obtain an "escape clause" - in writing -
allowing you total freedom of choice to stay or leave the group at
any time you choose (not that this will always be honored when
needed!).
Any group
that demands subservience to a "Leader" or "Communal Head" or any
other person(s) should only be joined with extreme caution, and is
not generally advised. Any group that demands you turn over your
personal property to the group, or into a communal pool, or to a
central figurehead, should be avoided like the plague!
Remember
that, to some groups, being "Christian," or "Muslim," or
"Buddhist," etc., may have a radically different meaning to that
which you hold and understand it to mean.
SSRsi GROUP DEFINITIONS:
(These are OUR definitions)
A "Co-Op" is a group of
people banded together for the benefit of discount (below market)
purchasing of goods and/or services. These people need never see
each other or know so much as one other person in their group.
They are independent in all ways save for sharing the information
on availability of discounts to the group. Easy to join.
A "Level I Community" is a group of
people who live independently and operate as a Co-Op for discounts
outside of the group, yet also provide support for each other in
the form of goods, services and information. They have established
a network of barter & trade or internal discounts for members of
their community. They may have a communal "bug-out" site and/or
warehousing facilities for survival storage, but may be separated
by great distances. Usually easy to join, but occasionally
requiring a "needed" specialty.
A "Level II Community" is an established
group of people living together or in close proximity to each
other. They own their own land, houses, etc., and have established
a network among each other for day-to-day survival and in the
event of emergency. They operate as a Level I Community, save for
their proximity to each other. Relocation to the community locale
and acceptance into the network is generally the only way to join.
A "Level III Community" is a
self-contained community comprised entirely of members. The land
is generally owned by the community as a whole, through individual
shares. Members reside on and work in, for, or near the community.
Power, water and communications are often internal or capable of
becoming internal. Often a "closed" community and the hardest to
join. Sometimes set up as a corporation or non-profit
organization. Membership usually, but not always, requires
approval and specific talents or specialties. Relocation is
generally mandatory.
A "Level IV {Integration} Community"
A New Idea on
Survival Communities Most survival groups/communities fail in the
first two years either because of the expense of maintaining the property or
the inability to maintain a non-survival presence. This idea may solve these
problems...