Utah Doomsday Sanctuary: Community Over Cold War Fear

Jayson Orvis, a successful entrepreneur, has created a 300-acre self-sustaining sanctuary in Utah, designed for himself, his family, and over 200 friends in the event of a global catastrophe. This extensive compound boasts an armory, machine shop, greenhouses, and a large food storeroom, alongside a 'food forest' and diverse natural meat sources.

Orvis's approach to doomsday prepping diverges from the solitary bunker mentality, advocating instead for strong community bonds and mutual aid. He co-authored the 'Black Autumn' book series and created 'Homestead: The Series,' which fictionalizes life in such a compound, emphasizing hope and collective resilience over fear.

With 110,000 pounds of grain, a freshwater well, and solar power, the sanctuary is equipped for indefinite survival. Orvis believes that in a societal collapse, cooperation and community strength, rather than isolation, are key to survival, a philosophy he has cultivated since childhood.