Welcome to steemit @arlingtonarmsx.

To find other like minded people you might want to check out the list of Homesteaders and Preppers on steemit :

• https://steemit.com/homesteading/@pennsif/homesteaders-and-preppers-on-steemit-the-150-milestone-edition-v6-23-jul-17

Let me know if you would like to be added to the list.