I replay wish my husband would believe me about prepping. I feel like my family just laughs at me. But I’m going to keep prepping and not talk about it. Thank you for all of your valuable information!
For centuries several church communities showed their followers how to save for the lean times. Some church communities still do. The industrial revolution gave people a false sence of "since we have money, we no longer have to store food or other items". I am so glad that my mother, rest her soul, taught me how to bake, dry food and can. Also, how to find food by asking the neighbors if we could collect what they thought was garbage. Dad taught me how to fish, and I am a woman, and how to shoot. I taught myself about wild foods and herbs. Please be patient with your husband. When SHITF he will appreciate you more because of your actions, preparations and knowledge.
They’ll thank you for it.. no disrespect to your husband or anyone else in your family but it’s sad that the “man of your house” isn’t prepared for situations like this. Good for you though 👍
Toilet paper can be reduced in size to fit in a sandwich baggie. Remove cardboard center, squash flat, insert into baggie and seal! It stays dry and clean.
I have a $0.99 one in my kids Bob. Battery pull tab still in place. Can stick them in the ground or if inside prop up inside a soda bottle. I have a few of the solar powered fence lights too And BEST part they are great chargers for the 18650s!
I offer this for the flashlight dept. As a firefighter (retired) I have seen about every type of flashlight in the fire service. My over all pick would be a 2 or 3 "D" cell mag light but it must have the LED bulb. These lights have enough weight to be used as a weapon, breaking glass. They take a beating and will work under water and wet conditions.
keep in mind those big flashlights with those big batteries also weigh more too, having a big one for the house or your vehicle is fine "don't store with batteries inside unless you loosen the cap to keep contacts from touching, other wise you'll need the flashlight and the batteries will be dead and/or corroded..."
The funniest use of a pad :-- a worker in the pad factory had one slung, the loops over his ear, so that it was keeping his jaw warm thus soothing his toothache.
I saw a lady who used Dollar Tree solar lights for the front yard. You put charged ones into glass Mason or gallon jars. It was amazing how much light they gave! You can rotate them with charged ones from outside.
Very few peppers mention baby wipes. They are great to have on hand for a variety of uses. If they get old and dry out, all you have to do is add some water to liven them back up.
Thank God I had wipes when hurricane Irma hit in 2017. 2 weeks we had no electricity. We used them to bathe with. We have well water so no electric no water.
I watched the video and was moving on till I heard you say God bless the Republic. So few people realize that we are a a republic. I'm now a subscriber looking forward o your next video.
I have a binder that I keep useful info in. Things like diagrams for butchering deer, homemade water filters, home remedies, edible plants, survival recipes etc.
I have been prepping since 1989, when prepping was called being a survivalist. TP and feminine hygiene products have always been priority. When the TP Shortage of 2020 hit, I was dipping into my 800 roll stash ( 6 people x 1 year) giving rolls to family and close friends as gifts. I love your top 16 and have stocked up almost all of those. Now people realize the need to horde, but don't have a clue how to prep and what to prep. I tell people to prep all your needs for just one week of living per person, than next time you get some spare cash, add a second week. Before you know it, your family can survive 6 months. BTW...Great Job!!
Hard candy. Children have short patience but enjoy instant gratification. A butterscotch candy will go a long way to soothing a restless kid and also helps stop a growling belly for everyone.
Where I live. Storms have put out the power at least 4 times a year. I light a tea candle and drop it into a glass jar. 5 or 6 jars with a candle will light up a good size room. The jar keeps them from touching anything and throws more light.
Things only needed by people who already "practiced" a SHTF event. 3. Lighters and matches 6. Candles 7. Bleach 9. Tarps 11. Salt 12. Seeds 15. Pararchord 16. First aid kit Things not mentioned: knives needles and thread fishing gear firearm(s) ammo a pot and a pan Lamps, lights, toilet paper and all that junk is just junk. Don't become reliant on things that are not replenishable by your own means, as much as possible. I would go so far as to say a reloader for ammo and some way to work with metal also if you are going to go with things you cannot make. (Toilet paper. LOL. Stupid.) I also built a copper still. This is invaluable.
I don't use toilet paper anymore most of the time anyway. I use a cheap microfiber towel cloth to save money or at least for myself because nobody else I live with wants to even hear about it. I use it and immediately hand wash it in the sink with hand soap and sometimes I add some hydrogen peroxide witch is another good item because it's cheap. I then keep it in a very small Tupperware box in a drawer. Remember to wet obviously and I add a little soap and squeeze it a little then I'm ready to wipe. I think it mostly cleans better too. Also You don't need to worry about it falling apart and having to send out a search party to find the rest of it. Jesus loves you. 😇✝️🛐
When my kids were younger I was really nervous about having candles during a power out. One day while shopping in the garden center I was looking at the small solar lights. I thought that was a perfect idea. The kids could carry them around and I don't worry about a fire. I leave them outside till we need them.
I have done this. However I put them stuck in an empty pot on the porch. They worked well. But I found after it rained the bugs hid in them. Now I keep them inside in a window. The bugs with thousand legs. Haha ♥️ we were surprised 😂 God bless 🙏
My sister in law gave me a lantern with LED LIGHTS in it, with a control switch to set brightness. It uses Double AA batteries, can be found at sport shops or at Canadian Tire.
You can also sit them in window sills to gain light during the day and if the electricity goes off at night you’ll always be able to get to them pretty easily
I’ve started prepping in secret from my husband, because he’d be calling me crazy.🙄. I’m starting to get a pretty good stock in my basement. Thank you so much, for the videos. You’ve been my teacher.👍🏼🇺🇸
Me too I’ve been prepping behind my husbands back he will thank me later, my kids thinks I’m crazy but I tell them they also called Noah crazy too until the floods came
Preppers are whacked! Without proper medicines, medical supplies and knowledge let alone the basic skills of diagnosing and applying same...all the guns, ammo, batteries, canned food, water, blankets, stock piling and hoarding in the world won't help you! You must be under the assumption you'll be in and remain in perfect health through any ordeal and all crises. Please...get a grip! Which of you can diagnose an illness? Determine blood type for a transfusion? What labs are you going to use? What type infection, viral or bacterial? What of previous health conditions? Asthma? Diabetes? High blood pressure...etc The list goes on and on. How about set broken bones? Administer an IV or know which solution to run? What about sewing up wounds and cuts? Giving shots, or treat a thousand other medical emergencies? What meds will you have in your arsenal of supplies and how will you retain their efficacy? Many need very specific conditions just to store them. All this is just basic...I haven't even got to the real world difficult parts. Prepping...LMAO! Good luck with that!
I’ve been watching a lot of these kinds of videos this morning. I couldn’t make it through most of them because people have a bad habit of rambling on and on! But loved yours because you didn’t do that! I thought of something I started keeping on hand. Waterless bath liquid that you don’t have to rinse off. Along with the shampoo that doesn’t need to be rinsed out. Also, baby wipes can be used to freshen up. I’m a 71 year old lady taking care of my husband who is recovering from open heart surgery and a stroke. He is unable to help with anything. But I think I have a good start with much of what I’ve watched from helpful videos. Oh, one other thing that I haven’t seen mentioned anywhere is pedialyte! It is good for so many things! Store brand is cheaper and works just as well. It’s not just for kids anymore. Anyway, wanted to thank you for your very informative video! Well done! 👍
Get pet blankets that are self-heating because they reflect the pet heat back to them You can get the same sort of thing for people at Duluth Trading Store blanket the size of a full size bed that will reflect 90% of your body heat and doesn't cost more than $10
My dad told all of us kids 11 hours to be exact, that this day would come where we may have to run to the mountains and the caves and we were always taught by him how to live off the land I sure do you think the Lord for that especially in this day and age and giving you everything that is going on God bless you for sharing
Thank you! I was walking my dog today and thinking hmm where would one go if you were forced to leave and get far away and didnt have another property to go to. Gives me a location to begin to investigate for planning routes, feasibility, etc..
Good dad. My boys are 12 and when they leave my place they will be able to: hunt, fish, fight, grow food from seed, cook, can, preserve food, tan hides, horsemanship , marksmanship, read, educate themselves, THINK critically and above all have a DIRECT relationship with God.
Remember the MILITARY adage : TWO is one and one is NONE. Simply put have a second or more as backup for EVERYTHING. Buy a couple boxes of utility RAGS from like Home-depot or Lowe's and use them for wiping your behind/bottom after a poop. Not are they only WASHABLE but will last a lot longer, take less space for storage and cheaper for how long they last. TAKE CARE TO AVOID INJURIES so you are ABLE TO KEEP WORKING for the entire camp. Don't take unnecessary chances and plan projects out and always ask for help with any difficult or dangerous chores. WE ALL need to stay alive to help build our country back up after things settle down. Be there at the end so do whatever it takes to keep everyone alive... I want to see ALL OF YOU at the end so be safe and do not trust anyone that you do not know VERY, VERY, VERY WELL. Just know that people can and DO CHANGE to the dark side in a NEW YORK MINUTE so be cautious and NEVER, NEVER, NEVER let anyone inside your camp for any reason.
@@shelleydunkle7867 I assumed you already know all these thoughts and ideas and was only responding for others to read and learn. I don't pretend to know everything and that's why we have places exactly just like this to teach, learn and support one another for the things to come....they are definitely on the horizon and should not be ignored. NO-ONE, Not a single person should STILL THINK they STILL HAVE TIME...Time is short so GIT-AFTER-IT folks. The time is very close at hand...I have diligently been watching for the last 15+years now and there is a new smell about in these forums and comment sections as of late...It is REAL!!!!! Good luck to ya-all and see ya on the other side of the mayhem that is about to take us to needing to survive and perhaps even defend our way of life.
@@hostileenvironment6107 Water most likely will be scarce so how would you use a bidet.? All the goodies we are used to using will most likly be a dream of the past at least for the short term, and maybe for a very long time. We have to think old school, what would our grandparents/great grandparents do ..Not what would us modern, spoiled people do?
I have not read 7.1k comments so this suggestion may have already been made but large paint stirrers make good splints for broken bones. They can be found at HD or Lowe’s. I think they come in packs of 4. Also, a couple of old towels or something soft for padding between the body and split.
James Marquis I know what you mean, I’m in agony if I miss a day - though baking soda has helped me manage a few times. Elevating the head of your bed two inches can be very helpful, and really, trying to figure out if you can stop the reflux is best - the meds longterm can be problematic or it can lead to more serious health issues. Smoking, alcohol, greasy or spicy stuff, chocolate..... all the good stuff 😎 Honestly, the Government is the threat I’m most worried about. 😏
I used my food saver to vacuum seal/shrink wrap toilet paper for my bob. 3 years later I decided to test that wrinkled mess. I thought it would mush up like paper machete....but it was dernded near perfect! Just a tip to save space and protect a valuable commodity.
You can also invest in a mess of "toilet paper" coins. With just a tablespoon of water, they go from something that's about the size of three stacked half-dollars to a 9.45" square towelette that feels, and acts, like fabric. Moreover, they're reusable and biodegradable. I imagine 5-10 of these coins would sub for at least two rolls of TP. They also make towels that are similarly compressed... they expand to 11.5" x 22". These two items are the only personal hygiene items I use when camping, and I imagine they'd be excellent to have in a bug-out situation.
One thing to keep in mind with lighters is the striker lasts much longer than the fuel, so even if the fuel runs out you can still start a fire with it.
If you don't have a pet don't buy one. In a situation you don't want an extra mouth to feed. Unless the security aspect outweighs the care side. You'd have to weigh it up I suppose. Not for me though. Unless maybe as a food source. Rabbits chickens etc...
Well judging by some of these comments,im on the wrong planetIt really does seem its a dog eat dog menrality out there.Not all food is equal for me.I dont need to eat animals to survive and i wont.
Speaking of tarps - a plastic shower curtain from Target is about 6x6 feet and costs three bucks. It's heavy plastic and has reinforced holes across one edge so you could thread a piece of paracord through it to hang it up as a lean-to. I haven't figured out a survival use for the magnets at the bottom but I'm still working on it.
Dawn dishwashing liquid. It can be used for cleaning, washing clothes, shampoo. I am amazed how much I use it for and the old house I bought doesn't have a dishwasher yet. I can't live without Dawn and buy tons of scrubbie sponges.
@@kelliallen4220 they are messangers! Coming in with rain,or climb walls into roof is floods coming. If don't want them inside just leave them a note with symbols on it,leave sugar or a tsp meat outside. Note: not safe inside . Trust your spirit to draw it.
@@kelliallen4220 spiders are super consciousness, hypersensitive species, protection! A warning where home might be invaded, or damaged in a storm. Some kill roaches ,ants ,bad spiders . Study. Never kill. Just meditation say thanks for message or don't come inside home.
The best form of alcohol for emergency storage is vodka. Alcohol is a broncodilator which is a time-honored treatment for bronchitis or pneumonia if you cannot get to a hospital. Also, vodka can be used in alcohol lanterns for light. Naturally, it can be used as a disinfectant. I would buy the cheapest brand in VERY large bottles.
I think it’s important to have both heirloom and improved seeds. Heirloom because they produce seeds and improved because they sprout easier, and are more disease resistant. If you are hungry, the last thing you need is your crop dying on you because of disease. If you plant both types, chances are greater that you will be successful.
Preppers are whacked! Without proper medicines, medical supplies and knowledge let alone the basic skills of diagnosing and applying same...all the guns, ammo, batteries, canned food, water, blankets, stock piling and hoarding in the world won't help you! You must be under the assumption you'll be in and remain in perfect health through any ordeal and all crises. Please...get a grip! Which of you can diagnose an illness? Determine blood type for a transfusion? What labs are you going to use? What type infection, viral or bacterial? What of previous health conditions? Asthma? Diabetes? High blood pressure...etc The list goes on and on. How about set broken bones? Administer an IV or know which solution to run? What about sewing up wounds and cuts? Giving shots, or treat a thousand other medical emergencies? What meds will you have in your arsenal of supplies and how will you retain their efficacy? Many need very specific conditions just to store them. All this is just basic...I haven't even got to the real world difficult parts. Prepping...LMAO! Good luck with that!
@@DJCowboyGels When covid hit the pharmaceutical industry seemed to be thriving. I was able to get blood work with no problem and get in for my follow-up doctor appointments. But many things were unavailable at the grocery store. Of course it will vary depending on the crisis. But it is always good to have the basic staples on hand. I'm not a prepper but I like to be prepared. I wasn't scrambling for toilet paper. 😂
@@DJCowboyGels when god says i die, i die, you think humans are so frail they cant survive 5 years without a doctor looking at them, news flash most people can live to be 35 without ever seeing the inside of a hospital, we have been doing it for thousands of years my friend
For in the woods type survival situations, to rap around fish and other meats (NOT "bats", "rats", we must learn from China's mistakes, also don't live, work, or buy food from a living "zoo" type food market, if within 2K (TWO KILOMETERS) of Biowarfare research lab LEVEL FOUR!!!!!
@@krisdunwoody7037 Unfortunately hungry people will and do eat anything. The "wet" markets in third world countries exist because their governments don't give a f*%k about their people or human rights. I've heard ebola came about in a similar way. I don't belive the virus escaped but it is possible. Mother nature is the ultimate mad scientist.
My family lived off grid for 5 years when I was a kid and we built a shelter out of tarps and the thick black sheet plastic. That along with a barrel stove kept us warm in temps down to -28. I always keep both of those items on hand now just in case.
good idea. Works. A nurse once told me tho to leave a tiny bit open and don't glue the whole wound. It needs an opening to drain out or you get trouble. Sort of like this if i can do it. ____________ ___
I'm thinking you never tried to glue a wound shut with super glue before. It doesn't work as well as you would believe it would. Better to get the new skin. It's made for cuts and actually works.
Its outdated, nowadays people need entertainment, get some notebooks, several solar-light charging options, all good movies, all good series, e-books and all kinds of music and ofcourse spare ram.
I been homeless for 6 years. The part on bags was important. Include small and freezer ziplock and if on the move or bugging out ...even a kid or woman can carry contractor bags full of blankets ,tarps...and extra clothing ...also shopping bags doubled up ideally can be worn over socks or maybe even shoes to waterproof feet in wet weather .. Propane and grills will be being stolen quick ... Jesus is Lord and prayer is your best prep ... Peace from ny
@@adessachui7777 me and my friend like to thrift at value village. He found a basically brand new $200 hiking backpack I could not find any thing wrong with. He grabbed it for $49 and I once found a like new winter jacket for $30 that online starts at $100. Really good finds at thrift stores
Look at the Walmart camping section just before and just after the summer camping season I mean i go there like twice a week though lol I got a $65 shower/utility tent for 20 bucks, a really nice nesting cook set for like 8 bucks, and a stainless 2 person mess kit for a few bucks at different times this year. I was stooooooked. They had so much stuff on sale Also saw a catalytic heater for 10 bucks at Goodwill. Should have gotten it
@@no_peace Even better try after hunting season and you can get many things to keep you warm. I'm a woman and short but anything can be shorten, so I buy men's, women hunting stuff is made for Barbie types.
I just started about a month ago because of the Covid 19 virus 🦠. It’s emotionally tiring because I have tried to talk my adult children into getting extras, but they are not concerned. Being a mom I am compelled to stock even more with them in mind. God bless you all.
@joe Recto It’s not about self sufficient , they like so many people are not believing that this virus is that bad, but this past week with this being declared a pandemic has had an affect on their thinking. They are finally buying extras, but it is more slim pickings for them.
No matter how well you prepare there's always something that's missing from your supplies. I like to hoard items with trade value: ammo; silver; nails (and screws and bolts); tools; fabric; anything that will always be in demand but takes up little room and has a long shelf life. I don't like gold or precious stones. They are too expensive to obtain and difficult to exchange. Rather than gold, lead, copper and brass are better.
On the medical side, don't overlook veterinary medicine... It's cheap and available and just as effective! I grew up on a farm so if SHTF I have all the antibiotics and pain killers, and medical knowledge we need. Just a consideration.
@@jacquelynhill1598 Yep, it works well and you can look online for the correct dosage for a person weight from the syringes for horses. I got scabies from a train once and my doctor would not prescribe it even though the CDC had it on a list for scabies. So I got the paste, dialed down to my level and got over it very quickly after that.
That was a good video. Everything on your list is what I've already got stocked from my own list. I would add WD-40, PB Blaster, or some kind of lubricant to the list, for unsticking rusty bolts on old farm equipment, automobiles, or garden tools you might need to put into temporary service. it can also be used as a fire starter. It's important to have plenty of self-rising and all-purpose flour and shortening on hand to make biscuits, gravy, and such things. Cornmeal is handy to have too. cornmeal, four, and grease can make a very basic food to have in any survival situation. Biscuits will last for several days inside a ziplock bag. gravy can save your life. Ziplock bags are another good thing to have on hand. With a Ziplock bag, you can transport minnows for fish bait, crawdads, and live fish, and use them to keep your food safe from flies. They are also handy for keeping matches and kindling dry, or to store soap. A bar of soap would be another thing to add to the list. You'll need that to wash your hands, wash out wounds, or to wash your dishes. Baby wipes are really handy after a few days of not being able to wash when water is not available or if it is too cold outside to be bathing. A toothbrush is also a good thing to have for washing dishes and washing out old bottles you may need to put into use. Fresh eggs, straight from the nest will last 45 days if stored somewhere cool, like a rock ledge in a well or in a cave. Never wash them. They will keep much longer with the natural coating still intact. They are God's perfectly packaged nutrition. You cannot improve on that. Always keep a sharp knife on hand. A good, sharp pocket knife is essential.
any bread, including homemade biscuits can last a while in bags, however, be mindful of humidity levels, as higher humidity will cause moldy bread way faster, and unless you know how to make it into penicillin, if it molds, its wasted....
Check out the video(s) about how to make fire starters from dryer lint, This is the Fall of the year and this time of year people make fire starters to give as gifts
This pandemic has taught me a valuable lesson. Always have extra stock of everything before any shtf situation happens. Not even talking major prepping, but at least emergency back ups.
Steven Wilson Told people for years to just have extra supplies to get them through at least a week to like month in case they ever really need something and either can’t get more or cant afford it. Shame you had to learn it like this
Steven Wilson Told people for years to just have extra supplies to get them through at least a week to like month in case they ever really need something and either can’t get more or cant afford it. Shame you had to learn it like this
I have been prepping for years..I have a lot of items that I may need in that situation..but yeah..make sure you have bleach or sanitation solutions to wash said wash cloths, when tp runs out!😵
If you read the labels you will find that a lot of their stuff is American made. I don't trust the Chinese either & will not buy medical stuff from them. @krembulum
Sometimes I feel you get ripped off at the dollar store because they sell in smaller- than- usual- amounts.. ie 20 Qtips instead of 50 or lesser of the BS meds ..
I have found that the religious candles do not burn very well, regardless of where they were purchased. The wicks are too small. Their 3 inch columns actually burn very well.
Good list. Other things I stock: Canned foods Dried foods Solar powered cell phone chargers Gallon water jugs Water purifier, used in backpacking Q tips for getting things out of eyes 90-day supply of prescription meds Advil, and other OTC meds Spare eyeglasses Paper towels Moist towelettes Wine and liquor Soaps and cleaning supplies Hats and gloves Blankets
Medium Wrought iron planter. The ones where you insert the planter through the ring. It can use it as a wood stove to boil water and cooking outdoors. I always keep one and a stainless steel pot.
Dont Know if Someone Has mentioned these items, But things i have already stocked is a Machette, a Survival Saw and a Hatchet. Apart from being good for chopping and building tools the second as weapons. Socks are important but if you can get yourself a decent pair of hiking boots that helps. water filters or water purification tablets are also something i think can be very useful. If you dont have a multitool like a leatherman invest in one. They really are great to have. Leather gloves are also in my list. you hands are important. in a bug out situation having something that protects your hands and at the same time can keep them warm is great to have,
@@vanessanash7389 If you look at one of my comments you will see that I am bunking in. I have a 3 months supply of food and other essentials. And where do you get that I wanna kill people and take there stuff. You judge very quickly not knowing me at all. That is not fair and not very nice. Passing judgement on people without knowing them is what is wrong with most of humanity.
@@vanessanash7389 I read his comment as smart advice. You need to chop wood for a fire & weapons are needed for hunting or self defense. I don't own any of those things.
I just have a striker and matches can go inside a large pill bottle, u dont need that fancy container..rip off the striker edge of a matchbox and shove it down in your pill bottle. Make tinder bundles of dryer lint and empty t-paper rolls. Im a thrifty prepper.
This may sound trivial but Its best to use a plastic bottle which is water and airtight. Glass bottles can break easily. From South Africa, govt is still more interested in resturant and taverns closing at 18h00 CAT.
It’s summer in New Orleans! 11 days without power August 29, 2021, 16 years to the day after Katrina! It’s just common sense. I go more solar and battery banks, but I picked up some great tips. I tend to focus on portability as I evacuated for Katrina, but stayed for Ida. Keep your options open and your supplies adaptable. That’s the way I see it.
A solar or crank cell phone charger is great to have. Also, a reminder that in an emergency, if the cell service is overloaded TRY TEXTING. The bandwidth required for voice call is roughly 100x-200x text, so try texting for communication.
I have been low-key prepping for a couple of years now---one thing I've noticed not too many think to suggest are dietary supplements. Vitamin pills are the lowest common denominator ~ you can treat illnesses, infections, etc. if you learn which supplements support which functions. It's a PREVENTATIVE approach too---to build the immune system, same as eating right, eating healthy. Example (a simple one) Lemon Balm is an effective Anti-Viral supplement, supports healthy liver function too. Having a healthy liver is the doorway to good healthy everything!
waterproof Ziploc bags work good in keeping things dry. multiple hacks for the beginner. candles on the base of a ceramic clay pot with the planter upside down over the base is a good reliable heat source.
Mason jars, vegetable oil, and wicks/any strips of cotton you can cut or find like cut fabric or mop strings. This is probably the most cost effective way to light your home. You can also use your old cooking oils.
Liquid bleach has a 1 year shelf life before it starts losing strength. Powdered bleach is a better option. You can just mix it as you need it. Also storing non iodized salt for curing meat and canning along with iodized salt for everyday use is a plus in my book
@Lexi San Diego "Iodized salt does not last as long as plain salt, in storage." - - - Well the iodine in Iodized salt will sublimate (essentially evaporate) in around 5 years or so but the salt will still be good after that. You should also stock some liquid iodine anyway. Great for purifying water and treating wounds as well as being an essential element.
@Lexi San Diego What happens to iodized salt that makes it spoil. I know iodized salt can become discolored. There is also a need for noniodized salt for food preparation.
Yes, it is important to have on hand what you need or use. Yes, having a supply of seed is important (if you already know how to garden). But if you have to leave your residence-say a flood or some disaster-your three-year supply of food may be lost. Be sure to have a few things already in a bag: a quart water bottle, a filter, a small first aid kit, protection from the elements if only a poncho. Don’t forget about keeping yourself warm at night with a warm long-sleeved sweater and a warm beanie under the poncho. Good luck and God bless us all.
One thing you need to bare in mind about synthetic ropes: they fall apart after a while. Climbing rope is only good 5 years after it's made. All composite synthetic rope will go bad. Sure, you can tie some pieces of wood with it, it's not climbing where the forces are high, but is good to bare in mind if you are storing rope for 10 years or more.
DON'T FORGET PET FOOD .CANNED SALMON IS GOOD FOR DOGS AND CATS BOWEL PROBLEMS WITH DOGS? WHITE RICE FOR LOOSE STOOLS. CAN'T GO? CANNED PUMPKIN . SALMON HELPS WITH ARTHRITIS IN DOGS . I GIVE IT TO MY 11 1/2 YR OLD SPRINGER. EVERY DAY HE STILL GETTING AROUND GREAT. HE STILL PLAYS LIKE A MUCH YOUNGER DOG.
Pet owners, did you see any dogs are cats in Venezuela. You know why, they ate them. If you have a pet that can hunt you may be able to keep him. If not you will end up eating them.
@@DogSoldier1948 fortunately for us I guess, our babies (90lbs babies) are fierce hunters and bring us the spoils of their chase and we live in the woods where wildlife is plentiful
You touched on it in the gardening. Often overlooked is acquiring knowledge and skills to utilize the items to their potential. Training and practicing a skill will go a long way
Also you can use old flannel sheets cut up in 10 inch squares for urine wipes and 12 by 12 inches for bigger business. Just put used pee ones in a covered small plastic container and wash in rinse then regular wash cycle! Kinda like the days of old when we used cloth diapers! Point is we don’t need to freak out if we can’t find TP for a bit!! We got this people!!!! 👍👍👍
I went into Walmart the other week and picked up some rope, black plastic bags, unscented bleach and an axe. I then spent 48 hours being questioned down the local police station. Nice tips SensiblePrepper!
I went into walmart yesterday (3/6/2020) and the entire freeze dried 'camping food' section was GONE, every type of water filter GONE, every single bottle of bleach GONE. I'm so glad I bought all these things a month ago.
My husband feels the same way. He also thought that the coronavirus would go away in the spring time that it was just the flu. Have an area that you know he will not go into and store small things there. Anything that you would keep in the medicine cabinet or first aid would be important. Also cans can be stored in small places. If your husband has been looking at the news he most likely believes what is going on but does not want to alarm you. You know, I am Man, no one can hurt me! Lol. Stay safe.
I now take prepping more serious than ever..never in my lifetime have I been ordered to stay home...i will now begin prepping and preparing for the ultimate survival of me and my family. ...
good for you, doubly so for not blaming your current position on anyone else. there's hope for you, i believe once this clears up and you do what you say you will, you'll be alright my man.
those plastic grocery bags can be folded then braided into any length desired for emergency cordage , when you braid them you would be surprised how much tensile strength can be achieved .
I also tie garbage bags together and wrap my yard sticks together instead of rope for the trash man. works great. slide each handle together and make a chain of bags.
Dental repair kit to patch up a broken tooth or cavity in an emergency if you can'tsee a dentist. You can buy these online. You can use extremely dilute bleach in water to disinfect your mouth for a tooth infection, dentists do this. Plus iodine can be dropped onto a broken tooth to prevent or treat for infection also.
Solar lights from the dollar store can be charged without pulling the "start strip" and keep in the car or home for extra lights... at $1 each its a bargain...
Crayons can be used as candles. With back to school sales, perfect time to buy. Light the top and drop some wax onto plate to stand the crayon upright. It will burn down. Leave the paper on.
If you dont know how to use toilet paper and a flashlight just ask someone for help and they can walk you through it. Same goes for the batteries and the rope...and the candles and the lighter.
IF you get a Mag-Light. I recommend the D Cell version. Nothing longer than a 3 battery light. If you use it as a baton, anything longer than the 3-battery Mag-Light will bend from the cranial impact and the batteries will be hard to get out. Yes, voice of experience.
First time I've seen your channel, you are right on the mark with items to "horde". A lot of the items you are talking about you can get at Harbor Freight which is cheaper than Walmart for these items. And remember food preps, rice and beans are cost effective and will last for years. I really hope people will consider the fact that there will be a food shortage and it may come sooner than you think. All the crop failures in the United States speaks loudly and we need to bring that to the front burner. Thank you for the video, it was appreciated.
medicinal plants. Aloe vera, Rosemary, Yarrow for example. Start them now, only takes a little water to keep them going. Aloe is good for sunburns, minor cuts, etc. They may be useful when there is no drugstores.
Cannabis seeds will be worthwhile to have for trade, even better clones. I have lots of seeds and a dozen mother plants to clone from. I make tinctures and medicated oils from cannabis. I then make candies and baked goods out of the medicated oil. I trademarked my process and name Potcorn. I also have cannalube. Cannabis sexual lube that has many other uses.
Black pepper. It has a lot of uses it isn't just for cooking. It helps regulate sweating , it will stop bleeding in small to medium cuts ( cuts down on how much you spend on bandaids ). If your in the wild it also covers up the smell of blood from would be predictors. Its painless and can have a numbing effect and has antibacterial properties. If can also extend the shelf life of anything you have to jerky because of lack of refeigeration. Not to mention the containers can be re-used. Brand doesn't matter the finer the better it works.
This is crucial for people on blood thinners, which I am no fan of. However my mom is choosing to take one and she has used black pepper to stop bleeding from a cut. Works really well.
@@ReneDonovan I'll have to look into that. Someone told me a couple of months ago that coffee beans work well also. Have yet to try it. I won't waist coffee.
Save your dryer lint and toilet paper rolls. Stuff the rolls with dryer lint. They make great "kindling" to get a fire going. Store them pre-stuffed or not. Keep the lint in 5 gallon buckets with lids in a very dry area that does not get a lot of heat !
I always keep at least two bars of Fels Naptha laundry soap in my bag. Not only is it good for cleaning clothes but it clears up poison ivy/sumac/oak just about overnight. Edit:. It's also dirt cheap
@@joshuahowe9417 Most large stores like a Wal-Mart or Pick-n-Save(if you have those) will carry it. It'll be by the laundry soap. You can probably get it on Amazon too. I actually just used some the other day to clean a combination of blood and vomit out of a bed sheet. Worked like a charm!
What great information! Thank you. I always keep a bar as an inexpensive stain remover, but had no idea that it was a cure for poison Ivy. Walmart carries it. Look on the bottom shelf. It is about a dollar a bar and lasts forever!
@@dianamattson1195 My husband uses it to prevent poison ivy, if you wash right away with cold water and FN it gets rid of the oil (urushiol) and you don't get the rash. It works very well. Regular soap wont work on urushiol.
My mother in law, grew up in an orphanage. She recalled being the only child NEVER to get lice. Because she always washed her hair in fels naphtha soap.
Good video. I would add a few things. Nitrile gloves, Anti Bacterial bar soap, Foot powder, a anti inflammatory like Motrin, cutting/chopping tools/multi tool and fish antibiotics. Also important are oral hygiene products. Just my 2 cents
I love your attitude! Especially the idea "horde socks for yourself, then give back to your local shelter," and "give ideas to each other to help each other out." Although, right now, we can't donate goods because of the shelter in place, I really admire your attitude!
A cheap thing to get is Wysi compressed towels. They are the size of a nickel, compacted and you just add water to them. They open up into a small towel. Very compacted and you can get 100 for less than $10. You can also buy up to 500. Could be used a toliet paper. Check on the internet. If you need to wash clothes, put them in the bathtub, get a plunger and drill some holes in it.You can use the plunger as an agitator to move the clothes around. Also get a drying rack to dry them on.
@@tacticalbartender3057 me too. It's always nice when there's an ice storm on the way, and I don't have to fight the crowds at Kroger for things like toilet paper and water.
I would add fishing gear , extra oral hygiene products and I usually keep 20 gallons of gas on hand in case gas stations close down. Spare car parts and accessories are helpful as well. Oh yeah, ammo. Lots of ammo.
Fire extinguisher!! Fire can wipe out your entire supply! Or even shelter. I never see this mentioned in any video while imo it's essential. I have fire blankets too for smaller fires.
2 things to add. First, disposable diapers. So many uses, from padding splints to added insulation in a pinch. Also work as large area dressings, flip over and the plastic will seal a sucking chest wound. Next up superglue, the OG chemical suture.
Everyone needs to have a small tent for indoor use. When the Grand Solar Minimum hits this winter & we lose power set up the tent on a carpet or large bed. Place a comforter on top & use a coffee can with 3-4 tea lights to get the tent warm, about 10 minutes. When burning candles inside the tent leave the door flap open a little to avoid carbon monoxide build up. Bundle up with lots of blankets. They're cheap at thrift shops or yard sales. They're also great to cover up windows to keep out the draft.
@@carlosa1038 Yes, I bought 2 Big Buddies for my children. {I have woodstoves.} However, folks need to store up lots of tanks ahead of time because in an emergency those tanks will fly off the shelves. A 2-week snowstorm could mean 112-224 tanks depending on the size of the room heated and the desires temperature. Walmart couldn't supply enough tanks for one family! I pick up a 4 pack {it's cheaper} whenever I shop.
I've been prepping on and off since Y2K didn't happen. I didn't have to go to the store for anything except gas and cigarettes until July of that year. I have a few suggestions that y'all might wish to use. 1. Clean, unused 5 gallon buckets with lids. These are a must. They are ideal for airtight storage. Carrying water and washing items in them. Hauling or temp storage of human waste. Even as a seat. There are many uses that can make them one of the most valuable items that you can have, and they are relatively cheap as well. 4 or 5 of them are a must. 2. 1 quart size zip lock baggies. Just like the buckets they are great for storage and dry proofing end less things. Such as preventing wet socks from contaminating your pack. You are only limited by your imagination. 3.Refillable high heat butane "crack" lighters with refill canisters. These can be used in any situation that a regular butane lighter can, but also provide higher heat for melting plastic, shrink wrapping wire connections, and light soldering. In a pinch they can also be used to boil a small amount of water, heat food, or sterilize small metal tools i:e tweezers. 4. "LifeStraw". This is a specialty item that I recommend that people own even in a non prep situation. Basically it is a water purification "straw" That can be purchased at Wally World for around $18. You uncap the end, stick it in a water source, wait a few seconds, and then suck up the water. It removes many sources of contamination from a water supply. Dysentery or dehydration are usually the number one killers in a long term survival situation. One for each person is HIGHLY recommended. In fact this one item might just be the most important item that YOU SHOULD PURCHASE. An unseen microbe can kill you just as dead as a bullet. 5. Plastic drinking straws. These can be recycled from your everyday drink purchases. They are very handy as a way to suck air out of baggies as to save space in a pack. A source of plastic that can be melted for temporary repairs, and as a small durable storage container. I fold one end over and melt it shut with a "crack" lighter. Then I add the item(s) to be stored, cut it with about 1/4 inch extra length, and then fold and melt the open end shut. You can roll up $10,20,100 bills and seal them shut. Small pills, such as clonazepam or other "sensitive" type medications in pill form, or if they don't fit crush them into powder, and then pinch them off at 1 pill increments. Salt, pepper, and spices can all be sealed in single use, or multiple use amounts. A small amount of matches, lighter lead, or anything that is small and needs to be waterproofed, then these will work great. In a pinch they can also be used for "plugging". (As a rectal safe). I could go on, but I don't wish to hog up too much space. These are just a few simple things to consider when delving into the complex world of "prepping". Thank y'all for your time.
Mr REC yes thank you for posting I was looking at this video and thought of some of those things to have on hand but this is not the first time that I’ve went through this prepping exercise so I already have some and for the 5 gallon buckets you can get Styrofoam filled fishing /seat bucket for a cooler. I made bracelets and use the crack lighter for sealing paracord ends and of course it can be used for lighting pipes. I don’t smoke cigarettes but they could be used as a barter item - with bottles of booze or wine. Pot too , a stash of smoking type or edibles if you are into mj for stress and anxiety relief.
Thank you for mentioning the 5 gallon buckets; I live with my 94 year old mom, and she isn't the kind who could adapt to a latrine type toilet. Due to a recent family accident, we have a shower chair I can adapt. Good quality plastic bags are important for use with a 5 gallon bucket toilet. Mr REC -- what do you suggest for water storage?
Wool socks work both summer and winter. I wore wool socks in China during a two week tour in July. Up to 125 F during the day. Hand Washed my socks nightly. I was the only person of 25 without blisters.
You can cut up socks if you are desperate for candle wicks. Use as gloves, strain dirty water, wipe the behind, wrap on wounds, sanitary uses. Yes socks are necessary.
Wow amazing I’ve been slowly prepping stuff and as a lot of others out there that’s families and friends laughed and thought I was losing my mind and watching to much utube but finally they are seeing what I saw coming for awhile now and even my hubby thought I was losing it til recently the crazy amount for food ,gas, and Essentials finally my hubby really sees the urgencies I’ve been warning so many about and to really crack down now and spend all our money wisely for the future if we plan to even have a fighting chance at what is becoming rapidly so many unprepared my heart breaks for thous unprepared I remember the panic of people running to Costco at the start of the pandemic of 2019 and the hard two years we all got threw barely for basic necessities and the lineups so long and watching people standing in lines forever as I sat at home staying away from all that you think people learn but they don’t they just figure that everything will go back to normal the stores will be stocked the gas will keep pumping we keep paying our bills same old same old but it’s going to stop and it’s gonna stop fast and sudden and people will be running around like a bunch of lunatics at least I know even on a disability pension I’ve managed to be able to get ahead of it! And with your help Ive learnt something every time thank you
I replay wish my husband would believe me about prepping. I feel like my family just laughs at me. But I’m going to keep prepping and not talk about it. Thank you for all of your valuable information!
For centuries several church communities showed their followers how to save for the lean times. Some church communities still do. The industrial revolution gave people a false sence of "since we have money, we no longer have to store food or other items". I am so glad that my mother, rest her soul, taught me how to bake, dry food and can. Also, how to find food by asking the neighbors if we could collect what they thought was garbage. Dad taught me how to fish, and I am a woman, and how to shoot. I taught myself about wild foods and herbs. Please be patient with your husband. When SHITF he will appreciate you more because of your actions, preparations and knowledge.
They won't be laughing long for sure
Keep going , they have to collapse society to re build
The vax mandate woke my wife UP
They’ll thank you for it.. no disrespect to your husband or anyone else in your family but it’s sad that the “man of your house” isn’t prepared for situations like this. Good for you though 👍
Toilet paper can be reduced in size to fit in a sandwich baggie. Remove cardboard center, squash flat, insert into baggie and seal! It stays dry and clean.
Or just get a bidet and save space and money.
@@anastasia7170 Good idea! Hard to bug out with. Bugout Bidet= spray bottle!🙂👍
Is no one here a boy scout? Save all the space and use leaves! Make sure you know your leaves...
Hiking 101💚
WolfPk Says the girl who got poison ivy that way at ~age 8!!!
NOT fun!!! 🌱
During power outage bring in your solar lights from the flower bed. Take em back out to recharge during day. Bring em in at night.
Never thought about that
Great idea!
That's actually a really good idea. I will definitely be doing that. Thanks!
I have a $0.99 one in my kids Bob. Battery pull tab still in place. Can stick them in the ground or if inside prop up inside a soda bottle. I have a few of the solar powered fence lights too And BEST part they are great chargers for the 18650s!
Or go to any marble orchard between dusk and dawn. There's loads of garden solar lights. Just not sure why.
I offer this for the flashlight dept. As a firefighter (retired) I have seen about every type of flashlight in the fire service. My over all pick would be a 2 or 3 "D" cell mag light but it must have the LED bulb. These lights have enough weight to be used as a weapon, breaking glass. They take a beating and will work under water and wet conditions.
See
Tony Robbins
Fire walking
Even Oprah did it
😇Former fire chief
Rarely see preppers say
Fire retardant or fire extinguisher s.
I'm needing a good flashlight, so thank you for sharing!
keep in mind those big flashlights with those big batteries also weigh more too, having a big one for the house or your vehicle is fine "don't store with batteries inside unless you loosen the cap to keep contacts from touching, other wise you'll need the flashlight and the batteries will be dead and/or corroded..."
@@wirelesscaller7518
Emergency blankets and a small can opener. People always forget about can openers.
Yes can openers are vital ......have you tried opening a tin when your can openers just broke ? It's nigh impossible and creates big mess .
That's why I bought 3 of them and plan to buy a few more. 😆
Also a knife can be used to open cans.
LOL... I still have a handful of the old P38 military ones, they must have made billions...
The all metal ones not half metal half plastic
Tampons and menstrual pads. Not only are they needed monthy any way but they make excellent packing for wounds and can be used for starting fires.
The funniest use of a pad :-- a worker in the pad factory had one slung, the loops over his ear, so that it was keeping his jaw warm thus soothing his toothache.
and you can use them for rashes between your legs
Literal fire crotch...
Kathy Wiseley exactly and don’t forget have great barter potential
Menstual cups are better for shtf
one or two for each woman in the household
I agree flashlights are the number one to self defense, heck mine even came with a mossberg 500 attached
Clerk: "There's a seven day waiting period for the gun, son."
Customer: "Okay, sir....I'll take this big, long flashlight instead."
😁😂🤣😷
Lol awesome
Just curious.. what is a mossberg 500 ? Thank you for sharing ♥️
@@leighboschen3399 it's a magical device that makes bad guys vanish into a red mist, I'm always glad to help :)
I saw a lady who used Dollar Tree solar lights for the front yard. You put charged ones into glass Mason or gallon jars. It was amazing how much light they gave! You can rotate them with charged ones from outside.
definitely a nice option... but you'll need a bunch of them if you buy the cheap ones, they just dont last it seems, and break WAY too easy....
I read where a lady said she gives Out side solar lights to her children for a night light
Wonderful idea.
I have solar camping lights that you inflate. I leave them in a window that gets sun everyday. They are always ready to go
Very few peppers mention baby wipes. They are great to have on hand for a variety of uses. If they get old and dry out, all you have to do is add some water to liven them back up.
GREAT IDEA!! I HAVE 2 BOXES IN MY PREPPING AREA....
hospital type incontinence wipes are really good.
@@markthompson7503 The blue pads are good to have around too.
Thanks! I did not know that.
Thank God I had wipes when hurricane Irma hit in 2017. 2 weeks we had no electricity. We used them to bathe with. We have well water so no electric no water.
I watched the video and was moving on till I heard you say God bless the Republic. So few people realize that we are a a republic. I'm now a subscriber looking forward o your next video.
A democratic republic
the US is a false democracy. If anything it’s an oligarchy
A Constitutional Republic.
Me too!! 😁🇱🇷💖
you are all wrong it is a banana republic now
I have a binder that I keep useful info in. Things like diagrams for butchering deer, homemade water filters, home remedies, edible plants, survival recipes etc.
That's a great IDEA!!!!!!
@Gary Mcguckin 🖕
Wow. I need to do that
@@rvnurse2b It helps me because I am forgetful. Also good for the 99% of the time we are not actually bugging out.
U r a smart 🍪
I have been prepping since 1989, when prepping was called being a survivalist. TP and feminine hygiene products have always been priority. When the TP Shortage of 2020 hit, I was dipping into my 800 roll stash ( 6 people x 1 year) giving rolls to family and close friends as gifts. I love your top 16 and have stocked up almost all of those. Now people realize the need to horde, but don't have a clue how to prep and what to prep. I tell people to prep all your needs for just one week of living per person, than next time you get some spare cash, add a second week. Before you know it, your family can survive 6 months. BTW...Great Job!!
Since 1989 have you ever had to rely on any of the crap you’ve hoarded?
You've got canned food from 1989 Still?
Smart !
@@bigjon576 A good prepper knows to assess inventories and replace the old with the new.
@@bigjon576 you need to rotate
Hard candy. Children have short patience but enjoy instant gratification.
A butterscotch candy will go a long way to soothing a restless kid and also helps stop a growling belly for everyone.
Patrick Durham agreed! We have a stock of peppermint and butterscotch candy.
Patrick Durham jolly ranchers could be traded for gold.lol
I'll just raid a retirement home lol jk
Great idea!! It can also favor water if you want a treat.
Patrick Durham very true
Where I live. Storms have put out the power at least 4 times a year. I light a tea candle and drop it into a glass jar. 5 or 6 jars with a candle will light up a good size room. The jar keeps them from touching anything and throws more light.
Items showed:
1. Toilet paper
2. Duct tape
3. Lighters and matches
4. Batteries
5. Flashlights
6. Candles
7. Bleach
8. Plastic bags
9. Tarps
10. Socks
11. Salt
12. Seeds
13. Propane
14. Oil lamps
15. Pararchord
16. First aid kit
Things only needed by people who already "practiced" a SHTF event.
3. Lighters and matches
6. Candles
7. Bleach
9. Tarps
11. Salt
12. Seeds
15. Pararchord
16. First aid kit
Things not mentioned:
knives
needles and thread
fishing gear
firearm(s)
ammo
a pot and a pan
Lamps, lights, toilet paper and all that junk is just junk. Don't become reliant on things that are not replenishable by your own means, as much as possible. I would go so far as to say a reloader for ammo and some way to work with metal also if you are going to go with things you cannot make. (Toilet paper. LOL. Stupid.) I also built a copper still. This is invaluable.
WEED!
RONIN thanks
I don't use toilet paper anymore most of the time anyway. I use a cheap microfiber towel cloth to save money or at least for myself because nobody else I live with wants to even hear about it. I use it and immediately hand wash it in the sink with hand soap and sometimes I add some hydrogen peroxide witch is another good item because it's cheap. I then keep it in a very small Tupperware box in a drawer. Remember to wet obviously and I add a little soap and squeeze it a little then I'm ready to wipe. I think it mostly cleans better too. Also You don't need to worry about it falling apart and having to send out a search party to find the rest of it. Jesus loves you. 😇✝️🛐
@@michaeljordan9488 That's right !!
RE: TARPS Good advice. FYI BLUE Is the rarest color in nature. Don't hide behind blue tarps!
When my kids were younger I was really nervous about having candles during a power out. One day while shopping in the garden center I was looking at the small solar lights. I thought that was a perfect idea. The kids could carry them around and I don't worry about a fire. I leave them outside till we need them.
I have done this. However I put them stuck in an empty pot on the porch. They worked well. But I found after it rained the bugs hid in them. Now I keep them inside in a window. The bugs with thousand legs. Haha ♥️ we were surprised 😂 God bless 🙏
My sister in law gave me a lantern with LED LIGHTS in it, with a control switch to set brightness. It uses Double AA batteries, can be found at sport shops or at Canadian Tire.
You can also sit them in window sills to gain light during the day and if the electricity goes off at night you’ll always be able to get to them pretty easily
Love that one. Very clever!👏👏👏
Leave the kids outside till U need them or the lights? Lol
I’ve started prepping in secret from my husband, because he’d be calling me crazy.🙄. I’m starting to get a pretty good stock in my basement. Thank you so much, for the videos. You’ve been my teacher.👍🏼🇺🇸
Don't forget to stock up on a lot of steak sauce if you are keeping him around...Lol.
Me too. Until this virus came. NIW he does not say anything negative even helps find things on my list.
Me too I’ve been prepping behind my husbands back he will thank me later, my kids thinks I’m crazy but I tell them they also called Noah crazy too until the floods came
I did too, but now he is on board. He had to wake up on his on terms and timeline.
Preppers are whacked! Without proper medicines, medical supplies and knowledge let alone the basic skills of diagnosing and applying same...all the guns, ammo, batteries, canned food, water, blankets, stock piling and hoarding in the world won't help you! You must be under the assumption you'll be in and remain in perfect health through any ordeal and all crises. Please...get a grip! Which of you can diagnose an illness? Determine blood type for a transfusion? What labs are you going to use? What type infection, viral or bacterial? What of previous health conditions? Asthma? Diabetes? High blood pressure...etc The list goes on and on. How about set broken bones? Administer an IV or know which solution to run? What about sewing up wounds and cuts? Giving shots, or treat a thousand other medical emergencies? What meds will you have in your arsenal of supplies and how will you retain their efficacy? Many need very specific conditions just to store them. All this is just basic...I haven't even got to the real world difficult parts. Prepping...LMAO! Good luck with that!
Preppers are the only ones that have been preparing. Respect to them
I’ve been watching a lot of these kinds of videos this morning. I couldn’t make it through most of them because people have a bad habit of rambling on and on! But loved yours because you didn’t do that! I thought of something I started keeping on hand. Waterless bath liquid that you don’t have to rinse off. Along with the shampoo that doesn’t need to be rinsed out. Also, baby wipes can be used to freshen up. I’m a 71 year old lady taking care of my husband who is recovering from open heart surgery and a stroke. He is unable to help with anything. But I think I have a good start with much of what I’ve watched from helpful videos. Oh, one other thing that I haven’t seen mentioned anywhere is pedialyte! It is good for so many things! Store brand is cheaper and works just as well. It’s not just for kids anymore. Anyway, wanted to thank you for your very informative video! Well done! 👍
Good point. I have a stock of Aloe Vesta which is good for cleaning where the sun don't shine.
Aloe Vera is great for burns!
Get pet blankets that are self-heating because they reflect the pet heat back to them You can get the same sort of thing for people at Duluth Trading Store blanket the size of a full size bed that will reflect 90% of your body heat and doesn't cost more than $10
God bless you, hope your husband is mending fast. You take care of you too.
@ JK Sumner, I have quite a few very heavy moving blankets that are new and clean. But great idea for the pet blankets. I’ll check those out. Thanks!
My dad told all of us kids 11 hours to be exact, that this day would come where we may have to run to the mountains and the caves and we were always taught by him how to live off the land I sure do you think the Lord for that especially in this day and age and giving you everything that is going on God bless you for sharing
Thank you! I was walking my dog today and thinking hmm where would one go if you were forced to leave and get far away and didnt have another property to go to. Gives me a location to begin to investigate for planning routes, feasibility, etc..
Being taught and actually practicing it can be two completely different things. No disrespect intended.
Good dad. My boys are 12 and when they leave my place they will be able to: hunt, fish, fight, grow food from seed, cook, can, preserve food, tan hides, horsemanship , marksmanship, read, educate themselves, THINK critically and above all have a DIRECT relationship with God.
Remember Lot in the Bible (Genesis 19:29,30).
@@unitedheartsamerica5924 knowing when to get “far away” is necessary to avoid heavy traffic. Most will wait too long to attempt getting out.
Remember the MILITARY adage : TWO is one and one is NONE. Simply put have a second or more as backup for EVERYTHING.
Buy a couple boxes of utility RAGS from like Home-depot or Lowe's and use them for wiping your behind/bottom after a poop. Not are they only WASHABLE but will last a lot longer, take less space for storage and cheaper for how long they last.
TAKE CARE TO AVOID INJURIES so you are ABLE TO KEEP WORKING for the entire camp. Don't take unnecessary chances and plan projects out and always ask for help with any difficult or dangerous chores.
WE ALL need to stay alive to help build our country back up after things settle down. Be there at the end so do whatever it takes to keep everyone alive...
I want to see ALL OF YOU at the end so be safe and do not trust anyone that you do not know VERY, VERY, VERY WELL. Just know that people can and DO CHANGE to the dark side in a NEW YORK MINUTE so be cautious and NEVER, NEVER, NEVER let anyone inside your camp for any reason.
@@shelleydunkle7867 I assumed you already know all these thoughts and ideas and was only responding for others to read and learn. I don't pretend to know everything and that's why we have places exactly just like this to teach, learn and support one another for the things to come....they are definitely on the horizon and should not be ignored. NO-ONE, Not a single person should STILL THINK they STILL HAVE TIME...Time is short so GIT-AFTER-IT folks. The time is very close at hand...I have diligently been watching for the last 15+years now and there is a new smell about in these forums and comment sections as of late...It is REAL!!!!!
Good luck to ya-all and see ya on the other side of the mayhem that is about to take us to needing to survive and perhaps even defend our way of life.
Why do that when you can buy a bidet? Seems like a huge time sink.
@@hostileenvironment6107 Water most likely will be scarce so how would you use a bidet.? All the goodies we are used to using will most likly be a dream of the past at least for the short term, and maybe for a very long time. We have to think old school, what would our grandparents/great grandparents do ..Not what would us modern, spoiled people do?
Also, this is a good time to cut up all those old tee shirts you are hanging on to. Any other old garments can also become great rags for many uses.
Water proof place to hide cash.
Hoard some coffee while you're at it, it can provide a psychological boost and can be used as a item for bartering.
Instant coffee last indeffinately stored in glass and vacuum packed
I also store tea and hot chocolate mix.
yep just got the 80 pack of pods!
@@susanfernandez7475 How is that going to work with no electricity? Pod using coffee machines take a lot of power.
And powdered milk!
I have not read 7.1k comments so this suggestion may have already been made but large paint stirrers make good splints for broken bones. They can be found at HD or Lowe’s. I think they come in packs of 4.
Also, a couple of old towels or something soft for padding between the body and split.
A combination of some of the suggestions in my experience feminine hygiene products make great padding for those paint stick splints
I like solar yard lights. You bring em in at night and they last for years.
i have em around you can buy the cheap a wal mart ...good for camping too
Vesbolk when our lites went out due to a storm we bought our solar lites in and boy it was better than candles
Why? What do you need them for?
John Taylor thks i never thought of that
Leave them in the packet always ready to go.
Get stocked on critical meds you need!!!!
Always Have your BIBLE!
Good luck getting prescription meds stocked, Medicaid lets me have refills one day before they’re due.
James Marquis Ouch! That isn’t cheap to buy OTC
James Marquis I know what you mean, I’m in agony if I miss a day - though baking soda has helped me manage a few times. Elevating the head of your bed two inches can be very helpful, and really, trying to figure out if you can stop the reflux is best - the meds longterm can be problematic or it can lead to more serious health issues. Smoking, alcohol, greasy or spicy stuff, chocolate..... all the good stuff 😎 Honestly, the Government is the threat I’m most worried about. 😏
Yes! Worshipping Jews and Isreal has always worked up until now.
Malinda scott it’s 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞’s average reading material, proof of beliefs and is a really heavy and effective object to throw at enemies
Summary for those in a hurry:
1. Toilet paper -- 2. Duct tape -- 3. Lighters/matches -- 4. Batteries -- 5. Flashlights/headlamps -- 6. Candles -- 7. Bleach -- 8. Thick/thin plastic bags -- 9. Tarps -- 10. Socks -- 11. Salt -- 12. Heirloom seeds -- 13. Propane -- 14. Lamp and oil -- 15. Rope/paracord -- 16. First aid kit
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Hero ^^^
Aram Fingal thank you
Good advice
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I used my food saver to vacuum seal/shrink wrap toilet paper for my bob. 3 years later I decided to test that wrinkled mess. I thought it would mush up like paper machete....but it was dernded near perfect! Just a tip to save space and protect a valuable commodity.
You can also invest in a mess of "toilet paper" coins. With just a tablespoon of water, they go from something that's about the size of three stacked half-dollars to a 9.45" square towelette that feels, and acts, like fabric. Moreover, they're reusable and biodegradable. I imagine 5-10 of these coins would sub for at least two rolls of TP.
They also make towels that are similarly compressed... they expand to 11.5" x 22". These two items are the only personal hygiene items I use when camping, and I imagine they'd be excellent to have in a bug-out situation.
@@eagriffith8117 where do you get them?
@Lady Raven You can get the coins on Amazon
One thing to keep in mind with lighters is the striker lasts much longer than the fuel, so even if the fuel runs out you can still start a fire with it.
All you need is something that'll burn easily right there. Effective, certainly. Safe, that's debatable.
Prescriptions, meds, eyewear... AND let's remember our furry friends and what they may need. They're a part of the family as well.
Shows where my head is at....I got dog food first! 😉
Nothing wrong with that.I always make sure my pets are catered for first.Good for us
@Nineteen84 I love my spooky mare. But she's on the list. Everything I feed has a job too.
If you don't have a pet don't buy one. In a situation you don't want an extra mouth to feed. Unless the security aspect outweighs the care side. You'd have to weigh it up I suppose. Not for me though. Unless maybe as a food source. Rabbits chickens etc...
Well judging by some of these comments,im on the wrong planetIt really does seem its a dog eat dog menrality out there.Not all food is equal for me.I dont need to eat animals to survive and i wont.
Speaking of tarps - a plastic shower curtain from Target is about 6x6 feet and costs three bucks. It's heavy plastic and has reinforced holes across one edge so you could thread a piece of paracord through it to hang it up as a lean-to. I haven't figured out a survival use for the magnets at the bottom but I'm still working on it.
Wrap corsage around it and use it as a tie down.
The magnets help it stick upside down to the side of a car or van
Or take the magnets out and use for charging a needle for a homemade compass or for magnetizing your knife
@@VegaChastain really. Really. Had to one up me.
dont need to know hey in times of need there is no room for ego.
Dawn dishwashing liquid. It can be used for cleaning, washing clothes, shampoo. I am amazed how much I use it for and the old house I bought doesn't have a dishwasher yet. I can't live without Dawn and buy tons of scrubbie sponges.
Hey, good thinking! thx.
It also kills ants. It has a lot of uses.
Novasan,
hydrogen peroxide
Alcohol
Think bigger!
@@kelliallen4220 they are messangers! Coming in with rain,or climb walls into roof is floods coming. If don't want them inside just leave them a note with symbols on it,leave sugar or a tsp meat outside. Note: not safe inside . Trust your spirit to draw it.
@@kelliallen4220 spiders are super consciousness, hypersensitive species, protection! A warning where home might be invaded, or damaged in a storm. Some kill roaches ,ants ,bad spiders . Study. Never kill. Just meditation say thanks for message or don't come inside home.
Three things I would add are hydrogen peroxide, alcohol and iodine.
Yep
I can't find iodine who sales it in the states?
@@ritaschaefer5773 Any animal feed store or co-op should have quart bottles.
The best form of alcohol for emergency storage is vodka. Alcohol is a broncodilator which is a time-honored treatment for bronchitis or pneumonia if you cannot get to a hospital. Also, vodka can be used in alcohol lanterns for light. Naturally, it can be used as a disinfectant. I would buy the cheapest brand in VERY large bottles.
Jim Beam
Dawn dishsoap the blue one, use for hygiene, use for dishes, cleaning, bugs, laundry, animals. A million uses!!!
Christyne Long I believe the green is the original color. I use it on my pets when I see a flea or tick!!
I find dawn dish soap dries out my hands so bn using it for a both soap is probably a no go for me but I am 50 yes old too
@@sharoningerson6167 Actually, blue Dawn is the original. It says so on the label. I believe that Palmolive original is green.
Jessica Canfield wish I was 50 again!!lol
Dannie McDonald ok I stand corrected!!😊😊
I keep plenty of heavy duty *ZIP TIES* in my prepper kit.
Naomi World Citizen hi ... so where do you buy zip ties ?? Those def would be quite handy ... thanks 🙏🏻 😊....
Dollar store has assorted sizes for .... you guessed it ! $1
Very very useful item to have
@@leighboschen3399 Harbor Freight has best price and the ties have better tensil strength than many others.
Harbor Freight. Best price and one item that their quality is great.
I think it’s important to have both heirloom and improved seeds. Heirloom because they produce seeds and improved because they sprout easier, and are more disease resistant. If you are hungry, the last thing you need is your crop dying on you because of disease. If you plant both types, chances are greater that you will be successful.
Preppers are whacked! Without proper medicines, medical supplies and knowledge let alone the basic skills of diagnosing and applying same...all the guns, ammo, batteries, canned food, water, blankets, stock piling and hoarding in the world won't help you! You must be under the assumption you'll be in and remain in perfect health through any ordeal and all crises. Please...get a grip! Which of you can diagnose an illness? Determine blood type for a transfusion? What labs are you going to use? What type infection, viral or bacterial? What of previous health conditions? Asthma? Diabetes? High blood pressure...etc The list goes on and on. How about set broken bones? Administer an IV or know which solution to run? What about sewing up wounds and cuts? Giving shots, or treat a thousand other medical emergencies? What meds will you have in your arsenal of supplies and how will you retain their efficacy? Many need very specific conditions just to store them. All this is just basic...I haven't even got to the real world difficult parts. Prepping...LMAO! Good luck with that!
I think if you mix heirloom with GMO crop, your heirloom seeds will stop producing, they cross pollinate.
@@DJCowboyGels When covid hit the pharmaceutical industry seemed to be thriving. I was able to get blood work with no problem and get in for my follow-up doctor appointments. But many things were unavailable at the grocery store. Of course it will vary depending on the crisis. But it is always good to have the basic staples on hand. I'm not a prepper but I like to be prepared. I wasn't scrambling for toilet paper. 😂
Thank you!
@@DJCowboyGels when god says i die, i die, you think humans are so frail they cant survive 5 years without a doctor looking at them, news flash most people can live to be 35 without ever seeing the inside of a hospital, we have been doing it for thousands of years my friend
Waterproof matches: Wooden match with the tip dipped in clear nail polish. Let dry on parchment paper. Store in a pill bottle. Voilá...floats too.
Quiet Madness same tip with melted wax,
Dip match heads in candle wax- an old boy scout trick
Genius!
Does wax keep it "fresh"?
Wax protects the match head against damp conditions
Everyone used to laugh at preppers. They don't anymore.
@dmt Exactly. In a few months I expect to find great deals on some never fired used firearms.
😂😂😂 just discovered I am one... and all I wanted was to live off grid with minimal reliance by learning survival skills.
I feel stupid for allowing complacency from ridicule to creep in! NEVER AGAIN!
I agree I've just sent a post to much Facebook saying that very same thing..
@dmt I've already forgotten
just in case no one else thought of it - heavy duty foil wrapp, for making cups or bowls
Or maybe a metal mug?????????
And helmets so they can't read your thoughts. No seriously foils a good idea. Maybe not top fifteen but it beats out tp and duct tape
You can also do that with the tape guys
For in the woods type survival situations, to rap around fish and other meats (NOT "bats", "rats", we must learn from China's mistakes, also don't live, work, or buy food from a living "zoo" type food market, if within 2K (TWO KILOMETERS) of Biowarfare research lab LEVEL FOUR!!!!!
@@krisdunwoody7037 Unfortunately hungry people will and do eat anything. The "wet" markets in third world countries exist because their governments don't give a f*%k about their people or human rights. I've heard ebola came about in a similar way. I don't belive the virus escaped but it is possible. Mother nature is the ultimate mad scientist.
My family lived off grid for 5 years when I was a kid and we built a shelter out of tarps and the thick black sheet plastic. That along with a barrel stove kept us warm in temps down to -28. I always keep both of those items on hand now just in case.
A barrel stove? Could you discribe please? Thx.
super glue,good for many things,including sealing off cuts.
good idea. Works. A nurse once told me tho to leave a tiny bit open and don't glue the whole wound. It needs an opening to drain out or you get trouble. Sort of like this if i can do it. ____________ ___
I'm thinking you never tried to glue a wound shut with super glue before. It doesn't work as well as you would believe it would. Better to get the new skin. It's made for cuts and actually works.
Boy Scout Handbook from the 60's' and 70's. Best survival info around.
Its outdated, nowadays people need entertainment, get some notebooks, several solar-light charging options, all good movies, all good series, e-books and all kinds of music and ofcourse spare ram.
Earl Hickey
My goodness, there will be no electricity or internet in this situation!
Think: deck of cards, board games, art supplies...
how many should I stockpile?
@Mike Mayhewand weed!
I'll buy it on Amazon, thanks
One thing I would recomemd. Share a kit with an elderly person. They may not have the money nor knowledge to plan ahead.
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The weak should fear the strong. - Known Islamic terrorist Samad al-Hayid.
Random Byzantine Guard shut up Indian
I always keep two disposable fire extinguishers. They can be used in self defense, as well as to put out fires.
I been homeless for 6 years. The part on bags was important. Include small and freezer ziplock and if on the move or bugging out ...even a kid or woman can carry contractor bags full of blankets ,tarps...and extra clothing ...also shopping bags doubled up ideally can be worn over socks or maybe even shoes to waterproof feet in wet weather ..
Propane and grills will be being stolen quick ...
Jesus is Lord and prayer is your best prep ...
Peace from ny
Thomas P stay safe and god bless
Sending blessings your way.
From one NYer to another❤
Be safe out there brother, you New Yorkers are tough people
May you aleays be blessed w abundance and great health, Thomas P.
God bless you
Always....ALWAYS! Check out the clearance sections of your stores.
And thrift stores. I actually found one that has brand new first aid stuff once in a while and lots of flashlights.
@@adessachui7777 me and my friend like to thrift at value village. He found a basically brand new $200 hiking backpack I could not find any thing wrong with. He grabbed it for $49 and I once found a like new winter jacket for $30 that online starts at $100. Really good finds at thrift stores
We got a 2 burner Coleman stove for less than $10 at Goodwill. It works!
Look at the Walmart camping section just before and just after the summer camping season
I mean i go there like twice a week though lol
I got a $65 shower/utility tent for 20 bucks, a really nice nesting cook set for like 8 bucks, and a stainless 2 person mess kit for a few bucks at different times this year. I was stooooooked. They had so much stuff on sale
Also saw a catalytic heater for 10 bucks at Goodwill. Should have gotten it
@@no_peace Even better try after hunting season and you can get many things to keep you warm. I'm a woman and short but anything can be shorten, so I buy men's, women hunting stuff is made for Barbie types.
I just started about a month ago because of the Covid 19 virus 🦠. It’s emotionally tiring because I have tried to talk my adult children into getting extras, but they are not concerned. Being a mom I am compelled to stock even more with them in mind. God bless you all.
Nothing wrong with being "mamma bear". You go girl.
@@mrrec1144 ....AMEN My Friend! God Bless U & yours! 🙏🏻
I'm a Mama close to the same position. God Bless U & Family! 🙏🏻
@joe Recto It’s not about self sufficient , they like so many people are not believing that this virus is that bad, but this past week with this being declared a pandemic has had an affect on their thinking. They are finally buying extras, but it is more slim pickings for them.
@Arcana Imperii No, not a waste of money.
"God Bless America! Long Live The Republic!" Amen To That!!!
No matter how well you prepare there's always something that's missing from your supplies. I like to hoard items with trade value: ammo; silver; nails (and screws and bolts); tools; fabric; anything that will always be in demand but takes up little room and has a long shelf life. I don't like gold or precious stones. They are too expensive to obtain and difficult to exchange. Rather than gold, lead, copper and brass are better.
On the medical side, don't overlook veterinary medicine... It's cheap and available and just as effective! I grew up on a farm so if SHTF I have all the antibiotics and pain killers, and medical knowledge we need. Just a consideration.
Like Ivermectin?
@@jacquelynhill1598 Yep, it works well and you can look online for the correct dosage for a person weight from the syringes for horses. I got scabies from a train once and my doctor would not prescribe it even though the CDC had it on a list for scabies. So I got the paste, dialed down to my level and got over it very quickly after that.
This was 6 months before the Corona TP wars.
Good call dude.
That was a good video. Everything on your list is what I've already got stocked from my own list. I would add WD-40, PB Blaster, or some kind of lubricant to the list, for unsticking rusty bolts on old farm equipment, automobiles, or garden tools you might need to put into temporary service. it can also be used as a fire starter. It's important to have plenty of self-rising and all-purpose flour and shortening on hand to make biscuits, gravy, and such things. Cornmeal is handy to have too. cornmeal, four, and grease can make a very basic food to have in any survival situation. Biscuits will last for several days inside a ziplock bag. gravy can save your life. Ziplock bags are another good thing to have on hand. With a Ziplock bag, you can transport minnows for fish bait, crawdads, and live fish, and use them to keep your food safe from flies. They are also handy for keeping matches and kindling dry, or to store soap. A bar of soap would be another thing to add to the list. You'll need that to wash your hands, wash out wounds, or to wash your dishes. Baby wipes are really handy after a few days of not being able to wash when water is not available or if it is too cold outside to be bathing. A toothbrush is also a good thing to have for washing dishes and washing out old bottles you may need to put into use. Fresh eggs, straight from the nest will last 45 days if stored somewhere cool, like a rock ledge in a well or in a cave. Never wash them. They will keep much longer with the natural coating still intact. They are God's perfectly packaged nutrition. You cannot improve on that. Always keep a sharp knife on hand. A good, sharp pocket knife is essential.
Thank you have noted some of your great suggestions and now they are on radar to get.🙏🏼
any bread, including homemade biscuits can last a while in bags, however, be mindful of humidity levels, as higher humidity will cause moldy bread way faster, and unless you know how to make it into penicillin, if it molds, its wasted....
Check out the video(s) about how to make fire starters from dryer lint, This is the Fall of the year and this time of year people make fire starters to give as gifts
This pandemic has taught me a valuable lesson. Always have extra stock of everything before any shtf situation happens. Not even talking major prepping, but at least emergency back ups.
Steven Wilson
Told people for years to just have extra supplies to get them through at least a week to like month in case they ever really need something and either can’t get more or cant afford it.
Shame you had to learn it like this
Steven Wilson
Told people for years to just have extra supplies to get them through at least a week to like month in case they ever really need something and either can’t get more or cant afford it.
Shame you had to learn it like this
I have been prepping for years..I have a lot of items that I may need in that situation..but yeah..make sure you have bleach or sanitation solutions to wash said wash cloths, when tp runs out!😵
@@zombiasnow15 I'll be sure to grab some bleach, thanks for the tip.
key is buy early before the rush ..Better a year early than a day late ...
The dollar store is a goldmine for a lot of these items. Religious candles. Lighters. Batteries bleach and medical supplies
Their bleach isn't that good. I'd rather trust Clorox. You can smell the difference.
If you read the labels you will find that a lot of their stuff is American made. I don't trust the Chinese either & will not buy medical stuff from them. @krembulum
Sometimes I feel you get ripped off at the dollar store because they sell in smaller- than- usual- amounts.. ie 20 Qtips instead of 50 or lesser of the BS meds ..
I have found that the religious candles do not burn very well, regardless of where they were purchased. The wicks are too small. Their 3 inch columns actually burn very well.
@@buckshot4428 They sell Clorox and all name brands. They just give you choices between name brands or thier Clover Valley brand.
Good list. Other things I stock:
Canned foods
Dried foods
Solar powered cell phone chargers
Gallon water jugs
Water purifier, used in backpacking
Q tips for getting things out of eyes
90-day supply of prescription meds
Advil, and other OTC meds
Spare eyeglasses
Paper towels
Moist towelettes
Wine and liquor
Soaps and cleaning supplies
Hats and gloves
Blankets
Medium Wrought iron planter. The ones where you insert the planter through the ring. It can use it as a wood stove to boil water and cooking outdoors. I always keep one and a stainless steel pot.
Dont Know if Someone Has mentioned these items, But things i have already stocked is a Machette, a Survival Saw and a Hatchet. Apart from being good for chopping and building tools the second as weapons. Socks are important but if you can get yourself a decent pair of hiking boots that helps. water filters or water purification tablets are also something i think can be very useful. If you dont have a multitool like a leatherman invest in one. They really are great to have. Leather gloves are also in my list. you hands are important. in a bug out situation having something that protects your hands and at the same time can keep them warm is great to have,
Dracan- The Flying Viking A big out situation. Makes you a refugee.
@@lapatrie6568 I know... I am bunking in untill push comes to shove and there is no other choice left.
So, like many people---you don't want to prep any food---you're hot plan is to kill people and steal theirs??? Sickening.
@@vanessanash7389 If you look at one of my comments you will see that I am bunking in. I have a 3 months supply of food and other essentials. And where do you get that I wanna kill people and take there stuff. You judge very quickly not knowing me at all. That is not fair and not very nice. Passing judgement on people without knowing them is what is wrong with most of humanity.
@@vanessanash7389 I read his comment as smart advice. You need to chop wood for a fire & weapons are needed for hunting or self defense. I don't own any of those things.
If you run out of wicks for the lamp oil lanterns. You can tear up old cotton shirts and or use shoe laces. Just as good as the wicks
Seams from old blue jeans work too.
If you are using shoelaces make sure to cut off the plastic bit on both sides; for health reasons.
I just have a striker and matches can go inside a large pill bottle, u dont need that fancy container..rip off the striker edge of a matchbox and shove it down in your pill bottle. Make tinder bundles of dryer lint and empty t-paper rolls. Im a thrifty prepper.
Mary's eco village life, really like your economical ideas! Thanks!
This may sound trivial but Its best to use a plastic bottle which is water and airtight. Glass bottles can break easily.
From South Africa, govt is still more interested in resturant and taverns closing at 18h00 CAT.
Julian Pillay When not in lockdown, I like to adventure down river rapids. Plastic watertight containers are best!
Yes! My Gram taught me to do the same! Only we use old peanutbutter jars!
Go girl 👍
It’s summer in New Orleans! 11 days without power August 29, 2021, 16 years to the day after Katrina! It’s just common sense. I go more solar and battery banks, but I picked up some great tips. I tend to focus on portability as I evacuated for Katrina, but stayed for Ida. Keep your options open and your supplies adaptable. That’s the way I see it.
A solar or crank cell phone charger is great to have.
Also, a reminder that in an emergency, if the cell service is overloaded TRY TEXTING. The bandwidth required for voice call is roughly 100x-200x text, so try texting for communication.
Thanks. Had never heard of that!
Ryan Campbell you need to read about what happens, your phone will make a good anchor
You can charge off the car battery too. Also if your laptop is fully charged, you can charge your phone via USB too.
I have been low-key prepping for a couple of years now---one thing I've noticed not too many think to suggest are dietary supplements. Vitamin pills are the lowest common denominator ~ you can treat illnesses, infections, etc. if you learn which supplements support which functions. It's a PREVENTATIVE approach too---to build the immune system, same as eating right, eating healthy. Example (a simple one) Lemon Balm is an effective Anti-Viral supplement, supports healthy liver function too. Having a healthy liver is the doorway to good healthy everything!
waterproof Ziploc bags work good in keeping things dry. multiple hacks for the beginner.
candles on the base of a ceramic clay pot with the planter upside down over the base is a good reliable heat source.
Thankyou, that's a good one
Mason jars, vegetable oil, and wicks/any strips of cotton you can cut or find like cut fabric or mop strings. This is probably the most cost effective way to light your home. You can also use your old cooking oils.
Liquid bleach has a 1 year shelf life before it starts losing strength. Powdered bleach is a better option. You can just mix it as you need it. Also storing non iodized salt for curing meat and canning along with iodized salt for everyday use is a plus in my book
ky gun runner didn’t know this..thanks!
@Lexi San Diego Iodine in liquid form lasts a long time, plus Iodine pills for water purification, just keep it in a cool space.
@Lexi San Diego "Iodized salt does not last as long as plain salt, in storage." - - - Well the iodine in Iodized salt will sublimate (essentially evaporate) in around 5 years or so but the salt will still be good after that. You should also stock some liquid iodine anyway. Great for purifying water and treating wounds as well as being an essential element.
@Lexi San Diego What happens to iodized salt that makes it spoil. I know iodized salt can become discolored. There is also a need for noniodized salt for food preparation.
Yes, it is important to have on hand what you need or use. Yes, having a supply of seed is important (if you already know how to garden). But if you have to leave your residence-say a flood or some disaster-your three-year supply of food may be lost. Be sure to have a few things already in a bag: a quart water bottle, a filter, a small first aid kit, protection from the elements if only a poncho. Don’t forget about keeping yourself warm at night with a warm long-sleeved sweater and a warm beanie under the poncho. Good luck and God bless us all.
Heavy duty zip ties. Can be used as cuffs or lashing or anything really.
Minnesota cowboy up absolutely!!! They’re extremely valuable!!!
CosmolineFiend: Can also use them as laces for boots !
Mary A hasn’t thought of that. Nice!!
Cosmoline Fiend yep..I keep the 8inch, they’re pretty versatile!
Long twist ties are good also. Like the kind from kids’ toys that are about 5-8 inches long.
One thing you need to bare in mind about synthetic ropes: they fall apart after a while. Climbing rope is only good 5 years after it's made. All composite synthetic rope will go bad. Sure, you can tie some pieces of wood with it, it's not climbing where the forces are high, but is good to bare in mind if you are storing rope for 10 years or more.
Kevlar line lasts a lot longer
Bungee cords help to quickly set up a " tent" out of a tarp
Use an old prescription bottle to store matches, cotton and vassaling ect.
My vassal won't fit in a bottle.
I also stock up on wet wipes and hydrogen peroxide and being a pet owner, dog food. Thanks for the informative video as always
DON'T FORGET PET FOOD .CANNED SALMON IS GOOD FOR DOGS AND CATS
BOWEL PROBLEMS WITH DOGS? WHITE RICE FOR LOOSE STOOLS. CAN'T GO? CANNED PUMPKIN . SALMON HELPS WITH ARTHRITIS IN DOGS .
I GIVE IT TO MY 11 1/2 YR OLD SPRINGER. EVERY DAY HE STILL GETTING AROUND GREAT. HE STILL PLAYS LIKE A MUCH YOUNGER DOG.
Pet owners, did you see any dogs are cats in Venezuela. You know why, they ate them. If you have a pet that can hunt you may be able to keep him. If not you will end up eating them.
@@DogSoldier1948 fortunately for us I guess, our babies (90lbs babies) are fierce hunters and bring us the spoils of their chase and we live in the woods where wildlife is plentiful
@@karens2932 .
You touched on it in the gardening. Often overlooked is acquiring knowledge and skills to utilize the items to their potential. Training and practicing a skill will go a long way
Also you can use old flannel sheets cut up in 10 inch squares for urine wipes and 12 by 12 inches for bigger business. Just put used pee ones in a covered small plastic container and wash in rinse then regular wash cycle! Kinda like the days of old when we used cloth diapers! Point is we don’t need to freak out if we can’t find TP for a bit!! We got this people!!!! 👍👍👍
I went into Walmart the other week and picked up some rope, black plastic bags, unscented bleach and an axe. I then spent 48 hours being questioned down the local police station.
Nice tips SensiblePrepper!
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I went into walmart yesterday (3/6/2020) and the entire freeze dried 'camping food' section was GONE, every type of water filter GONE, every single bottle of bleach GONE.
I'm so glad I bought all these things a month ago.
For keeping up to date with what is going, a good crank radio is a must.
Or even better a ham radio, with proper knowledge from getting licensed, and all the 'field day' gear you need to work entirely off grid :)
I've been in a couple of situations where I would trade anything for mosquito repellent.
My husband feels the same way. He also thought that the coronavirus would go away in the spring time that it was just the flu. Have an area that you know he will not go into and store small things there. Anything that you would keep in the medicine cabinet or first aid would be important. Also cans can be stored in small places. If your husband has been looking at the news he most likely believes what is going on but does not want to alarm you. You know, I am Man, no one can hurt me! Lol. Stay safe.
I now take prepping more serious than ever..never in my lifetime have I been ordered to stay home...i will now begin prepping and preparing for the ultimate survival of me and my family. ...
Breath better, amazing, this really works.
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good for you, doubly so for not blaming your current position on anyone else. there's hope for you, i believe once this clears up and you do what you say you will, you'll be alright my man.
those plastic grocery bags can be folded then braided into any length desired for emergency cordage , when you braid them you would be surprised how much tensile strength can be achieved .
Paracord, buddy.
You can also use the bags for wiping down a wet surface instead of paper towels.
I also tie garbage bags together and wrap my yard sticks together instead of rope for the trash man. works great. slide each handle together and make a chain of bags.
@@woobielocks Bucket compost toilet
Playing cards, favorite sweets, and books for pleasure reading
I would say at least two decks because if a card is lost or damaged you could just replace it
@@James-fl3xt in that case better have 3 decks csrds wear out very quick when there's nothing much to do.
I’ve got 20 guitars to keep me occupied lol
Dental repair kit to patch up a broken tooth or cavity in an emergency if you can'tsee a dentist. You can buy these online. You can use extremely dilute bleach in water to disinfect your mouth for a tooth infection, dentists do this. Plus iodine can be dropped onto a broken tooth to prevent or treat for infection also.
Solar lights from the dollar store can be charged without pulling the "start strip" and keep in the car or home for extra lights... at $1 each its a bargain...
Crayons can be used as candles. With back to school sales, perfect time to buy. Light the top and drop some wax onto plate to stand the crayon upright. It will burn down. Leave the paper on.
I am going to try this soon. Have to get crayons.
crayon will NOT burn without a cored wick... neither would a candle if it didnt have a wick
@@baroneb5043 Notice she Did say "leave the paper on"....I'm very curious how well it actually works
Roxie Rox it doesnt work.... if it did candles wouldnt use wicks
Good list, but something just as important as having the items is the knowledge on how to use them well.
If you dont know how to use toilet paper and a flashlight just ask someone for help and they can walk you through it. Same goes for the batteries and the rope...and the candles and the lighter.
Right. Me: wow paracord is awesome
Him: you can use 7 many strains
Me: wait what?
Smh
I was about to say, learn this stuff first, don't wait. How to cook, how to buy and live cheap.
Watch LOTS of videos while we still have the internet
IF you get a Mag-Light. I recommend the D Cell version. Nothing longer than a 3 battery light. If you use it as a baton, anything longer than the 3-battery Mag-Light will bend from the cranial impact and the batteries will be hard to get out. Yes, voice of experience.
First time I've seen your channel, you are right on the mark with items to "horde". A lot of the items you are talking about you can get at Harbor Freight which is cheaper than Walmart for these items. And remember food preps, rice and beans are cost effective and will last for years. I really hope people will consider the fact that there will be a food shortage and it may come sooner than you think. All the crop failures in the United States speaks loudly and we need to bring that to the front burner. Thank you for the video, it was appreciated.
Hoard
Horde is a large, rowdy group
medicinal plants. Aloe vera, Rosemary, Yarrow for example. Start them now, only takes a little water to keep them going. Aloe is good for sunburns, minor cuts, etc. They may be useful when there is no drugstores.
Cannabis seeds will be worthwhile to have for trade, even better clones. I have lots of seeds and a dozen mother plants to clone from. I make tinctures and medicated oils from cannabis. I then make candies and baked goods out of the medicated oil. I trademarked my process and name Potcorn. I also have cannalube. Cannabis sexual lube that has many other uses.
Hawthorn leaf will cure some upcoming infections/plagues.
Black pepper. It has a lot of uses it isn't just for cooking. It helps regulate sweating , it will stop bleeding in small to medium cuts ( cuts down on how much you spend on bandaids ). If your in the wild it also covers up the smell of blood from would be predictors. Its painless and can have a numbing effect and has antibacterial properties. If can also extend the shelf life of anything you have to jerky because of lack of refeigeration. Not to mention the containers can be re-used. Brand doesn't matter the finer the better it works.
This is crucial for people on blood thinners, which I am no fan of. However my mom is choosing to take one and she has used black pepper to stop bleeding from a cut. Works really well.
Black pepper essential oil works well also and would need less.
@@ReneDonovan I'll have to look into that.
Someone told me a couple of months ago that coffee beans work well also. Have yet to try it. I won't waist coffee.
Save your dryer lint and toilet paper rolls. Stuff the rolls with dryer lint. They make great "kindling" to get a fire going. Store them pre-stuffed or not. Keep the lint in 5 gallon buckets with lids in a very dry area that does not get a lot of heat !
I always keep at least two bars of Fels Naptha laundry soap in my bag. Not only is it good for cleaning clothes but it clears up poison ivy/sumac/oak just about overnight.
Edit:. It's also dirt cheap
Where do you get that?
@@joshuahowe9417 Most large stores like a Wal-Mart or Pick-n-Save(if you have those) will carry it. It'll be by the laundry soap. You can probably get it on Amazon too. I actually just used some the other day to clean a combination of blood and vomit out of a bed sheet. Worked like a charm!
What great information! Thank you. I always keep a bar as an inexpensive stain remover, but had no idea that it was a cure for poison Ivy. Walmart carries it. Look on the bottom shelf. It is about a dollar a bar and lasts forever!
@@dianamattson1195 My husband uses it to prevent poison ivy, if you wash right away with cold water and FN it gets rid of the oil (urushiol) and you don't get the rash. It works very well. Regular soap wont work on urushiol.
My mother in law, grew up in an orphanage. She recalled being the only child NEVER to get lice. Because she always washed her hair in fels naphtha soap.
Good video. I would add a few things. Nitrile gloves, Anti Bacterial bar soap, Foot powder, a anti inflammatory like Motrin, cutting/chopping tools/multi tool and fish antibiotics. Also important are oral hygiene products. Just my 2 cents
I love your attitude! Especially the idea "horde socks for yourself, then give back to your local shelter," and "give ideas to each other to help each other out." Although, right now, we can't donate goods because of the shelter in place, I really admire your attitude!
A cheap thing to get is Wysi compressed towels. They are the size of a nickel, compacted and you just add water to them. They open up into a small towel. Very compacted and you can get 100 for less than $10. You can also buy up to 500. Could be used a toliet paper. Check on the internet. If you need to wash clothes, put them in the bathtub, get a plunger and drill some holes in it.You can use the plunger as an agitator to move the clothes around. Also get a drying rack to dry them on.
Toothpaste and floss. Oral hygiene is critical for good health.
Don't forget the brushes!
Indeed. Bad mouth is half the way to get sick.
Agreed
hastur48 I hoard hygiene products as well for more practical shtf. Never know when you’ll be without basic things for a cpl weeks.
@@tacticalbartender3057 me too. It's always nice when there's an ice storm on the way, and I don't have to fight the crowds at Kroger for things like toilet paper and water.
I would add fishing gear , extra oral hygiene products and I usually keep 20 gallons of gas on hand in case gas stations close down. Spare car parts and accessories are helpful as well. Oh yeah, ammo. Lots of ammo.
Fire extinguisher!!
Fire can wipe out your entire supply! Or even shelter.
I never see this mentioned in any video while imo it's essential. I have fire blankets too for smaller fires.
2 things to add. First, disposable diapers. So many uses, from padding splints to added insulation in a pinch. Also work as large area dressings, flip over and the plastic will seal a sucking chest wound. Next up superglue, the OG chemical suture.
Everyone needs to have a small tent for indoor use. When the Grand Solar Minimum hits this winter & we lose power set up the tent on a carpet or large bed. Place a comforter on top & use a coffee can with 3-4 tea lights to get the tent warm, about 10 minutes. When burning candles inside the tent leave the door flap open a little to avoid carbon monoxide build up. Bundle up with lots of blankets. They're cheap at thrift shops or yard sales. They're also great to cover up windows to keep out the draft.
Sleeping together in a small space (tent) indoors preserves body heat during winter. I remember that lesson from boy Scout days.
great idea.
@@cathydavis25 not in Florida!! Lol!
Mr buddy heater works great. Does require propane. But it is safe to use indoors.
@@carlosa1038 Yes, I bought 2 Big Buddies for my children. {I have woodstoves.} However, folks need to store up lots of tanks ahead of time because in an emergency those tanks will fly off the shelves. A 2-week snowstorm could mean 112-224 tanks depending on the size of the room heated and the desires temperature. Walmart couldn't supply enough tanks for one family! I pick up a 4 pack {it's cheaper} whenever I shop.
I've been prepping on and off since Y2K didn't happen. I didn't have to go to the store for anything except gas and cigarettes until July of that year. I have a few suggestions that y'all might wish to use.
1. Clean, unused 5 gallon buckets with lids. These are a must. They are ideal for airtight storage. Carrying water and washing items in them. Hauling or temp storage of human waste. Even as a seat. There are many uses that can make them one of the most valuable items that you can have, and they are relatively cheap as well. 4 or 5 of them are a must.
2. 1 quart size zip lock baggies. Just like the buckets they are great for storage and dry proofing end less things. Such as preventing wet socks from contaminating your pack. You are only limited by your imagination.
3.Refillable high heat butane "crack" lighters with refill canisters. These can be used in any situation that a regular butane lighter can, but also provide higher heat for melting plastic, shrink wrapping wire connections, and light soldering. In a pinch they can also be used to boil a small amount of water, heat food, or sterilize small metal tools i:e tweezers.
4. "LifeStraw". This is a specialty item that I recommend that people own even in a non prep situation. Basically it is a water purification "straw" That can be purchased at Wally World for around $18. You uncap the end, stick it in a water source, wait a few seconds, and then suck up the water. It removes many sources of contamination from a water supply. Dysentery or dehydration are usually the number one killers in a long term survival situation. One for each person is HIGHLY recommended. In fact this one item might just be the most important item that YOU SHOULD PURCHASE. An unseen microbe can kill you just as dead as a bullet.
5. Plastic drinking straws. These can be recycled from your everyday drink purchases. They are very handy as a way to suck air out of baggies as to save space in a pack. A source of plastic that can be melted for temporary repairs, and as a small durable storage container. I fold one end over and melt it shut with a "crack" lighter. Then I add the item(s) to be stored, cut it with about 1/4 inch extra length, and then fold and melt the open end shut. You can roll up $10,20,100 bills and seal them shut. Small pills, such as clonazepam or other "sensitive" type medications in pill form, or if they don't fit crush them into powder, and then pinch them off at 1 pill increments. Salt, pepper, and spices can all be sealed in single use, or multiple use amounts. A small amount of matches, lighter lead, or anything that is small and needs to be waterproofed, then these will work great. In a pinch they can also be used for "plugging". (As a rectal safe).
I could go on, but I don't wish to hog up too much space. These are just a few simple things to consider when delving into the complex world of "prepping". Thank y'all for your time.
I bought a cigarette machine, tubes and tobacco just in case.
Mr REC yes thank you for posting I was looking at this video and thought of some of those things to have on hand but this is not the first time that I’ve went through this prepping exercise so I already have some and for the 5 gallon buckets you can get Styrofoam filled fishing /seat bucket for a cooler.
I made bracelets and use the crack lighter for sealing paracord ends and of course it can be used for lighting pipes.
I don’t smoke cigarettes but they could be used as a barter item - with bottles of booze or wine. Pot too , a stash of smoking type or edibles if you are into mj for stress and anxiety relief.
THANK YOU SIR !!!!! I’ve screen shot it and will highly keep in mind when shopping
God Bless Everyone!!!
Thank you for mentioning the 5 gallon buckets; I live with my 94 year old mom, and she isn't the kind who could adapt to a latrine type toilet. Due to a recent family accident, we have a shower chair I can adapt. Good quality plastic bags are important for use with a 5 gallon bucket toilet.
Mr REC -- what do you suggest for water storage?
the socks thing is relevant, i was homeless for years and my feet got pretty bad during that time
Bless you man
Emma Ahmad Sirajudin I’m all good now, thanks Emma 😉
Wool socks work both summer and winter. I wore wool socks in China during a two week tour in July. Up to 125 F during the day. Hand Washed my socks nightly. I was the only person of 25 without blisters.
Heidi Kluger please tell me about the wool socks? What makes them better than the normal cotton socks. Weren’t they hot in 125 degrees?
You can cut up socks if you are desperate for candle wicks. Use as gloves, strain dirty water, wipe the behind, wrap on wounds, sanitary uses. Yes socks are necessary.
Wow amazing I’ve been slowly prepping stuff and as a lot of others out there that’s families and friends laughed and thought I was losing my mind and watching to much utube but finally they are seeing what I saw coming for awhile now and even my hubby thought I was losing it til recently the crazy amount for food ,gas, and Essentials finally my hubby really sees the urgencies I’ve been warning so many about and to really crack down now and spend all our money wisely for the future if we plan to even have a fighting chance at what is becoming rapidly so many unprepared my heart breaks for thous unprepared I remember the panic of people running to Costco at the start of the pandemic of 2019 and the hard two years we all got threw barely for basic necessities and the lineups so long and watching people standing in lines forever as I sat at home staying away from all that you think people learn but they don’t they just figure that everything will go back to normal the stores will be stocked the gas will keep pumping we keep paying our bills same old same old but it’s going to stop and it’s gonna stop fast and sudden and people will be running around like a bunch of lunatics at least I know even on a disability pension I’ve managed to be able to get ahead of it! And with your help Ive learnt something every time thank you