EPISODE · Sep 1, 2026 · 36 MIN
Building a MAG: Finding Good People Before You Need Them
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Send us Fan MailBuilding a MAG: Finding Good People Before You Need ThemBuilding a Mutual Assistance Group (MAG) is one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of preparedness. Food, water, gear, and supplies are important, but no one can do everything alone. In this episode, Forrest Garvin explains why building relationships before a disaster is far more valuable than trying to find help afterward.You'll learn what a MAG is, how to identify trustworthy people, where to find like-minded individuals, and the common mistakes that can weaken a preparedness group. Forrest also shares practical advice on growing your local network, building trust over time, and creating a community of people with different skills who can help one another during emergencies or everyday challenges.Whether you're just getting started in preparedness or you've been prepping for years, this episode will help you understand why your greatest preparedness asset isn't something you can buy—it's the people you know. If you're serious about self-reliance, emergency preparedness, homesteading, or building a stronger local community, this episode is for you.https://preppersconsulting.com/https://preppernet.com/https://garvinacademy.com/https://preppershowsusa.com/ Join PrepperNet.Net - https://www.preppernet.netPrepperNet is an organization of like-minded individuals who believe in personal responsibility, individual freedoms and preparing for disasters of all origins.PrepperNet Support the showPlease give us 5 Stars! www.preppingacademy.com Daily deals for preppers, survivalists, off-gridders, homesteaders https://prepperfinds.com www.preppernet.com
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Send us Fan Mail Building a MAG: Finding Good People Before You Need Them Building a Mutual Assistance Group (MAG) is one of the most important—and often overlooked—parts of preparedness. Food, water, gear, and supplies are important, but no one can do everything alone. In this episode, Forrest Garvin explains why building relationships before a disaster is far more valuable than trying to find help afterward. You'll learn what a MAG is, how to identify trustworthy people, where to find like-...
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