Hunter Gathering in 2005: Could You Survive?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the feasibility of surviving as a hunter-gatherer in modern times, specifically in the year 2005. Participants share personal experiences, thoughts on self-sufficiency, and the challenges of living off the land for varying durations, ranging from a month to a year.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express confidence in their ability to survive for extended periods using basic tools and skills, while others share doubts about their capabilities.
  • Several individuals recount personal experiences of attempting to live off the land, with varying degrees of success and reliance on modern conveniences.
  • There are discussions about the psychological and physical challenges of living in the wild, including the potential for discomfort and the longing for modern amenities.
  • Some participants suggest that survival would be easier with the right supplies and in a safe location, while others consider scenarios of being completely unprepared.
  • Humor and light-hearted banter emerge, particularly around gender roles and survival skills, with some joking about the dynamics of cooperation in survival situations.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the feasibility of long-term survival as hunter-gatherers. While some express confidence, others remain skeptical or highlight the complexities involved. The discussion includes multiple competing views on what constitutes adequate preparation and the nature of survival skills.

Contextual Notes

Participants' claims are based on personal experiences and hypothetical scenarios, with varying assumptions about the conditions and resources available for survival. There is no resolution on the effectiveness of different survival strategies or the implications of modern society on these practices.

  • #121
wolram said:
Star gaze, think of girls, whittle, think of girls, make hunting weapons
:cry: its no good i have gone crazy.


And this was only your first 24 hours! :smile:
 
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  • #122
hypatia said:
And this was only your first 24 hours! :smile:

Well it seemed much longer, may be i could last a week.
 

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