Ep 7. Into the Spider Hole

Doomsday Preppers season 1 episode 7, titled "Into the Spider Hole," explores the preparations of three preppers who believe that a catastrophic event is imminent. The episode follows the three individuals as they showcase their strategies for survival and their unique escape plans to ensure their safety.

The first prepper featured is Glen Tate, who resides near Seattle with his wife. Glen believes that a financial collapse and subsequent civil unrest are in their future. He has spent years preparing his home to be self-sufficient, including installing solar power and stockpiling food and medical supplies. As part of his escape plan, Glen shows off his "Spider Hole," a hidden place in the woods where he plans to retreat in case his home is compromised. He showcases his extensive arsenal of weapons and explains how he has been training to defend himself against potential threats. Glen's biggest fear is being caught off guard, and he believes that his preparations have given him an advantage.

The next prepper is Ralph and Lisa, a Texas couple who have been prepping for over ten years. They are convinced that a terrorist attack is imminent, and their escape plan is to flee their suburban home and retreat to their bug-out location, which they call "Valhalla." Ralph has designed their underground bunker and has equipped it with all the necessary resources to survive, including food, water, and a means of generating power. Lisa is in charge of their food supply and has canned over 1,000 jars of food that they can store in their bunker. They have also stockpiled weapons to defend themselves against intruders. Ralph and Lisa's main concern is getting caught in traffic during the evacuation. They have prepared a detailed map of roads that they can use when there is an emergency.

The final prepper featured in the episode is Ron Douglas, a retired police officer living in California. Ron believes that a catastrophic earthquake is likely to occur in the near future. He has extensive knowledge of search and rescue techniques and has trained his family in disaster preparedness. Ron has designed his escape plan to focus on protecting his family and pets. He has created a bug-out bag for each member of his family that contains basic necessities such as food, water, and clothing. He has also designed a portable shelter that they can use while on the road. Ron's biggest concern is the potential for chaos after a disaster and how he can protect his family.

Overall, "Into the Spider Hole" showcases the dedication of preppers who have invested significant time and resources in preparing for the worst-case scenario. Each prepper has a unique approach to disaster preparedness, but they all share the same goal of ensuring the safety of themselves and their families in the face of a catastrophic event. This episode provides an intimate look at the motivation, preparation, and determination of preppers who are ready to face any challenge that may come their way.