Apocalypse Quote by Edward M. Wolfe
““Most folks don't have but a few days to a week's worth of food in their houses at any given time. When they run out, they'll have to forage. Only the fools will forage in town. The smart ones will look on the outskirts.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Economics of Food Security, 2015
People often lack a week’s food; the wise prepare by using peripheral resources rather than risky urban foraging.
In simple terms: Plan ahead using outskirts resources instead of risky foraging.
Build a resilient food plan.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- urban living
- emergency preparedness
- community gardening
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you safely expand your food sources?
- What community options exist for secure supplies?
Access to outskirts may be limited for some.