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Song to enjoy while reading: Hope you guys enjoy the song while reading this post. Sit back, relax, and take your time going through the guide. Hopefully it inspires you to get outside more, explore nature, learn practical skills, find good food sources, and build a lifestyle that makes you feel more connected to the world around you. Enjoy the music and happy reading!
1. Why I think the primal lifestyle is worth looking into
I think living closer to nature, learning practical skills, spending more time outdoors, and finding fresh food sources can make life more interesting and rewarding. Instead of spending all day inside a city, you can build a lifestyle around hunting, fishing, farming, sunlight, physical activity, and learning how to provide more for yourself.The USA has huge amounts of rural land, forests, farmland, and outdoor recreation areas. According to the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 data, approximately 80% of Americans lived in urban areas and 20% lived in rural areas. That means rural living is an option worth exploring if you want more access to nature and outdoor activities.
Source: https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/geography/guidance/geo-areas/urban-rural.html
2. Hunting, archery, and learning to provide for yourself
Hunting can be a rewarding way to spend time outdoors, develop patience, and learn about wildlife and the environment.- Pellet air rifle: Can be useful for target practice and, where legal and appropriate, certain small-game applications.
- Compound bow: Can help you develop archery skills and may be used for hunting larger game where permitted.
- Hunting: Teaches patience, observation, tracking, and respect for wildlife.
- Archery practice: Gives you a skill you can continue improving over time.
3. Fishing and primitive skills
Fishing is another hobby that gets you outside and gives you something practical to learn. You can study different fish species, improve your casting, explore lakes and rivers, and spend time away from screens.Flintknapping is also an interesting traditional skill. Learning how people made stone tools can give you an appreciation for ancient technology, craftsmanship, and human history.
Other outdoor skills worth exploring include identifying local plants, navigation, knot tying, camping, and understanding the land around you.
4. Finding fresh foods
One of the interesting parts of this lifestyle is learning where different foods come from and finding local producers.- Raw milk: Some farms sell it directly, depending on state laws and availability. Finding a source may require driving outside your city.
- Eggs: Local farms and farmers markets can be good places to look for eggs from nearby producers.
- Frankie's Free Range Meat: Worth researching if you are looking for a specialty meat supplier.
- Farmers markets: Can offer meat, eggs, produce, organs, and other locally sourced products, depending on the vendors.
- Sprouts, Publix, and Whole Foods: These stores can provide a range of meat, eggs, and other foods.
- 365 by Whole Foods Market: Another option for selected grocery products.
5. Meat quality, variety, and organs
Learning about different cuts of meat and organ meats can help you understand the variety of foods available. Color, texture, and taste vary by animal, cut, storage conditions, and freshness, so appearance alone doesn't establish quality.Farmers markets and specialty meat suppliers may carry products that are harder to find at ordinary grocery stores. Ask local vendors what they offer and when they receive new stock.
6. Learning from Scott Hall Jr.
Scott Hall Jr. is another person to look into if you are interested in the primal-diet community and its ideas.You can explore his YouTube content here:
https://www.youtube.com/
You can also check out this document:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/...9b0mDZPR4/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.2pbgg52mwm0y
As with any health or diet source, it is worth thinking critically about claims and looking at the evidence behind them.
7. Jobs that let you spend more time outside
Your job affects how much time and energy you have left for hobbies and the lifestyle you want.Some options to research include:
- Fire lookout or firewatch work: Some positions involve spending time outdoors in remote locations, although openings can be competitive and seasonal.
- Farming: Gives you experience with land, animals, and agricultural work.
- Nursery or greenhouse work: Can involve plants and outdoor activity.
- Park or conservation work: May provide opportunities to work around nature.
- Other outdoor jobs: Landscaping, trail maintenance, and certain agricultural jobs may suit people who prefer physical work outside.
8. Hemp clothing and natural materials
Hemp clothing is worth exploring if you prefer natural fibers. Hemp fabric can be durable and breathable, and it is available in shirts, pants, and other clothing. Cotton, linen, and wool are other natural-fiber options.Try different materials and see what feels comfortable in your climate.
9. A simple grooming routine
You don't necessarily need a complicated grooming routine. You can keep things simple and explore natural alternatives for everyday grooming.- Eggs for washing hair: Eggs can be used as a natural hair wash. They contain proteins and fats, and some people use them to help their hair feel softer and smoother.
- Baking soda for smell: Baking soda is useful for absorbing odors and can be used as a simple deodorizing option.
- Baking soda as toothpaste: Baking soda can be used to clean teeth and help remove surface stains.
- Keep it simple: You can experiment with a minimalist grooming routine and find what works best for you.
10. Sunlight and being outdoors
Spending time outside can make it easier to stay active, enjoy nature, and maintain a consistent daily routine. You can walk, fish, garden, hike, or simply spend time outside.Avoid sunburn, and use shade, protective clothing, and sunscreen when appropriate. More sunlight is not automatically better; aim for a balanced routine that suits your environment and skin.
11. Hobbies that make life more interesting
A primal or self-sufficient lifestyle doesn't have to revolve around food alone. You can develop a whole set of hobbies:- Fishing and learning about local fish.
- Hunting and archery, where legal.
- Flintknapping and traditional crafts.
- Gardening or learning about farming.
- Hiking, camping, and exploring nature.
- Learning about history, traditional skills, and different cultures.
- Finding local farms and farmers markets.
12. Where to start
- Research rural areas and outdoor recreation opportunities in your state.
- Try fishing, archery, hiking, or another outdoor hobby.
- Visit farmers markets and research local food producers.
- Compare different jobs based on outdoor time, pay, and stress.
- Experiment with a simple grooming routine.
- Learn traditional skills and find people who share your interests.
- Read widely about nutrition and lifestyle instead of relying on one source alone.
13. Read Aajonus Vonderplanitz
If you're interested in the primal-diet philosophy, get Aajonus Vonderplanitz's books and follow his teachings to learn more about his approach to food and lifestyle. Read his books for yourself, explore his ideas, and learn about the philosophy behind the primal-diet community.His books are a starting point for understanding his approach, and you can compare his claims with other sources as you develop your own perspective.
Conclusion
I think building a life around nature, outdoor hobbies, practical skills, fresh food sources, and self-sufficiency is worth exploring. There are so many things to learn, from hunting and fishing to farming, traditional crafts, and finding local food producers.What parts of this lifestyle are you guys most interested in trying?
