The 170 Items That Will Disappear First In A Disaster – Stock Up On These

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This is one of our ‘cornerstone’ survival posts. We’ve compiled a mega list, certainly one of the biggest and most valuable lists of
this kind on the web, working from a large number of sources!

This list also functions as a very good general prep checklist.

Bookmark this list, link to it, print it out, share on social media. We have also provided Amazon (affiliate) links for most of
the items; choosing the products that got the most 5-star reviews when there were multiple options… saving you the time and
hassle! Ok, let’s get right into it:

FUEL, HEATING, FIRE AND FLAME

1. Generators. In a serious power outage or disaster situation, generators will fly off the shelves – despite being noisy and
difficult to transport; however they are an excellent backup for short term power loss. Good generators are expensive, plus you
have the need for gasoline storage, maintenance. Lots of options these days but the small portable Honda generator/inverters are a
classic – check out the reviews; among the quietest and a great investment.
2. Lighters. Good choices – Bic Disposable Lighters are a great emergency item. Even better in some ways are the refillable
BBQ lighters (these can be held on-flame for longer and have further reach – an awesome fire starting essential). Disposable
lighters do have fantastic long term viability if stored well. I found a Bic lighter from the 1990’s in a box of old stuff recently and
it fired up first time! But be sure to keep these dry and especially away from salt water conditions, which can degrade the flints.

3. Propane Cylinders.

4. Indoor-Safe Portable RV Propane Heater.

5. Split and seasoned Firewood. (About $100-$200+ per cord, variable by region)

6. Oil lanterns, Lamp Oil, Wicks. (First choice: Buy CLEAR oil. If scarce, stockpile ANY!) Note, olive oil is not really suited
for oil lamps but you can make your own olive oil jar candles easily, and they are considered safer than regular candles because if
knocked over, the oil will flood and (generally) not set light to things nearby.

7. Gasoline containers. (Plastic or Metal)

8. Fatwood. (absolutely fantastic fire starting material; natural, storable, portable, long lasting – one stick will often do the job!)
Yes, you can get fat wood in bulk from Amazon.

9. Fire starting tools of all kinds. Good examples include the Ferrocerium rod / metal striker fire starters

10. “Strike anywhere” matches (+ damp-proof container!!). These will go fast in a disaster, and make great barter items. Keep
a big supply and store them well in a damp-proof container. Here’s a 900-pack on Amazon, lots of 5 star reviews.

11. Propane Stoves. (single burner or double burner).

12. Coleman Propane Fuel. Very valuable post-SHTF item! $2.69-$3.99/gal. (buy locally)

13. Coleman Propane Lantern. These burn propane to generate light and so also kick out heat. Thus best for use on cold nights
– but should be used with care, keep away from flammable material as it will get extremely hot, don’t use it in a tightly enclosed
space, and allow it to cool before putting in a tent for overnight storage. You will also need spare Lamp Mantles: Without these,
lamps that require them will end up useless.

14. Lighter fuel. (Will become scarce suddenly). This Colibri butane lighter fuel refill got top reviews on Amazon

15. Denatured Alcohol. (buy locally) Don’t buy rubbing alcohol or vodka just for burning in alcohol stoves! You can get a gallon
of Denatured Alcohol at the hardware store for a much cheaper price for the same volume. People use alcohol stoves for
backpacking, and they have tried isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) and left very negative reviews of rubbing alcohol for
burning.

16. Gasoline. Even though a small percentage of people now have electric cars and Tesla Powerwalls, the infrastructure of our
current civilization is still absolutely dependent on gasoline. If TSHTF in a big way, supplies will run short within a week
(causing TOTAL chaos and panic as everything grinds to a halt). Think about it.. the emergency services need it, so there goes
that. People need it to get to work, to deliver parcels, to get food and supplies… Countries already go to war over gasoline; and
we have all seen the Mad Max movies. But what can you do? Gasoline is difficult, dangerous and troublesome to store and
transport; by all means keep a couple of spare gallons but be realistic. It’s a hassle. Maintain the Off Grid mindset: It may be
altogether better to work towards total independence from it – although bear in mind that if the gasoline stops flowing, we are
truly hosed. In the meantime, note the simple rule of thumb – never let the gas tank go below half full…

KITCHEN SUPPLIES
17. Clean food-grade 5 gallon buckets with lids. Can be used for food, water, general storage and transportation

18. Cast iron cookware. (Sturdy, efficient, versatile – can be used over a fire in addition to gas or electric stoves). Here’s a good
set we found on Amazon.
19. Thermos cup/flasks. These are superb for keeping hot drinks hot, keeping cold drinks cold, are unbreakable and with the
closable lids, protect your drink from flying insects and save your beverage (and your carpets!) in the case of an accidental knock-
over. An essential.

20. Canteen cups / cook set. The canteen cup can be used for eating, drinking, heating food and even for things like brushing
teeth. These are non-breakable, a survival and outdoor essential. Good examples Stanley 24oz Camp Cook Set and Rothco
Stainless Steel Canteen.

21. Camping cutlery set. One for each person – either stainless steel or, if you want something lightweight, titanium.

22. Paper plates/cups/utensils. (Will always have value). Here are Paper plates on Amazon

23. Grain Mill (Non-electric). As soon as the supermarkets run out of pre-ground foods, these will become a kitchen essential
once again.

24. Hand Can Opener. You don’t need a fancy one, but you do need one in your survival kit. This one got a ton of 5-star
reviews: Kebley Stainless Opener.

25. Solar Ovens. You will be amazed that you can cook at 350-400ºF with one of these. No fuel required.

FOOD
26. Bread. Yes, whenever their is fear of a shortage or even a snow forecast, bread is the first thing to disappear from shelves.
Forget bread. It is a “weekend survival” item only. It does not have a very long shelf life – a few days at best without a working
freezer. You would survive MUCH longer with a 5gal bucket of rice and a good stash of canned / preserved and dried foods.
Dried rice and beans do not go bad (if they stay dry and pest-free), are cheap, are portable and (with a supply of good water) will
keep you alive a long time. Canned foods are awesome – especially if they can be eaten without needing to be cooked. Another
advantage of canned foods is that they have a good survival rate from physical disasters such as earthquakes and storms.

27. Dried Staples: Rice, beans, wheat, oats, barley, quinoa, dried fruit, flour, yeast.. These are all excellent survival foods if
properly stored – nutritious, long lasting. Think about non-perishable, long lasting, bulk, cheap. Get these handled before you
need to, because everyone else who is survival minded will be loading up with as much as they can in a “situation”.

28. Fats and oils. Butters, lard, vegetable oils (for cooking) – olive oil, sunflower oil, etc. Coconut oil is desirable but does not
have as long a shelf life as some other oils.

29. Long life milks. Powdered, UHT and Condensed, also rice milk, almond milk, hazelnut milk etc. Learn the expiry dates of
these items and rotate your stock.

30. Vitamins and supplements. Especially the essential vitamins and minerals – A,B, C, D, E, Magnesium, Potassium,
multivitamins etc.

31. Teas.

32. Coffee. Will always be a popular morale boosting and energizing drink. Instant coffees may have a shelf life of 3 years; fresh
roast, not as long – depending on storage of course. It gradually loses its quality of aroma and flavor over time.

33. Garlic, spices, baking supplies.

34. Garden seeds (Non-hybrid / Heirloom). (A true long-term survival essential)

35. Sugar.

36. Chocolate. (Another superb barter item; an energy-giving, morale boosting survival food as well as being one of the world’s
most popular consumer products! ) and cocoa powder.

37. Salt .

38. Honey. Very important. Real , raw, unfiltered, local honey is considered one of the most durable food items in existence,
potentially being good – if well stored – for decades or even centuries. Real raw honey (not the fake, ultrafiltered major brand
stuff allegedly made with HFCS) is also highly nutritious.
39. Cigarettes / Tobacco / rolling papers. – even if you don’t smoke, tobacco has always had value as an “alternative currency”
and these items will be highly tradeable.

40. Wine/Liquors (for trading, medicinal, etc.). I almost didn’t add this one because I don’t want to encourage alcohol abuse.
But vodka has a surprising number of survival uses including antiseptic and water sterilization. Will always be a great barter item,
but don’t waste your money “stocking up” if you are just going to drink your way through it.

41. Other dried, jarred and canned foods with good shelf life. Graham crackers, saltines, pretzels, trail mix/Jerky, Peanut
Butter, Nuts, Canned Fruits and Veggies, Soy sauce, bouillons/gravy/soup base, remade Soups, stews, etc.

42. Vinegar. Tons of survival uses; it can be used for food preservation, flavoring, tenderizing, antibacterial, cleaning and
probably about 100 other things!

43. Baking soda. Another survival item with tons of uses.

44. MREs and special Dried Survival Foods. There are many of these on the market now and some cater specifically to
preppers, giving you the ability to buy several months worth of dried food “off the shelf”.

WATER
45. Bottled water. Will run out fast. How long would you survive if the water was cut off? Water storage and purification is one
of the most important of all survival topics. It could be life or death!

46. Water containers. (Urgent Item to obtain). A recommended type is the Water Brick – which can be stackable and is portable
and, being plastic, won’t smash (unlike glass) during an earthquake. These can also be used to dry-store food.

Note – not just any plastic container will do for water. Products should comply with regulations for storage of potable water
(such as U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulation 21CFR 177.1520 (1) 3.1 and 3.2) and should not have been used
previously for other substances, even for foods; you will never get it clean enough, so don’t even think about it, Plastics also
come in varying qualities and for different purposes, and some leach chemicals. Water containers should be airtight and kept out
of the sun; otherwise the water will not be drinkable for long.

47. Camp Shower. If there is a power outage, electric showers won’t be working. It’s amazing to be able to take a hot shower
and you can either put warm water in one of these or you can leave it in the sun to heat the water. You can also rig one up to make
a hand washing station. Maintaining sanitary conditions after a disaster is mission critical to preserving health and preventing
disease – which is often the #1 cause of death after major disasters.

48. Water purification and filtering Equipment. An awesome water filter is the Big Berkey – this is a high quality unit.
Consider also the inexpensive Lifestraw (rave reviews) which is ultra portable and “removes 99.999999% of waterborne bacteria
(including E. coli and salmonella), and 99.999% of waterborne parasites (including giardia and cryptosporidium)”. Water
purification tablets will also be a valuable commodity in a disaster scenario.

Water can be purified with sodium hypochlorite (bleach) and this is what is used for municipal water – however it is not exactly
fantastic tasting. It will help preserve stored water, and then you can run it through a chlorine filter such as the Big Berkey before
drinking.

SELF DEFENSE AND HUNTING (know the laws / have the correct permits etc. where
appropriate)
49. Guns – handguns, rifles, Air rifles etc.

50. Ammunition. If TSHTF then the most common calibers will be better than cash. The .22 Rimfire is found wherever one can
legally own weapons.

You cannot have too much .22, .303, .38, 9mm, .223 .762 and 12ga ammo. Also consider other popular calibers: The .357
Magnum is perhaps the most versatile handgun cartridge. For big game hunting the .375 Holland and Holland is the most
versatile round.

51. Standard issue self-defence tools. – Pepper Spray, Clubs etc.

52. Slingshot. Aka catapult. Not a toy. You can always collect small stones, whereas a rifle becomes useless as soon as you are
out of ammo….

53. Archery gear. Bow and arrows, extra bowstrings, broadheads, fletching. You can still make arrows even when the last bullet
has gone…

54. Knives and Knife Sharpening tools.

55. Fishing supplies. Fishing line has a ton of survival uses in addition to fishing.

TOOLS
56. Basic set of hand tools is a must. Hammer, screwdrivers, pliers with wire cutter, vice grips, hack saw etc.

57. Tomahawk – a classic ‘mountain man’ survival tool, primarily a woodsman’s tool but with innumerable other uses. Get one
and learn how to use it. The type with the hammer head on the reverse side gives some options for further uses. Here’s a well-
reviewed one we found on Amazon.

58. Woodworking / tree working tools. Bow saws, pruning saws, axes, hatchets and Wedges (also, honing oil)

59. Crowbar / Wrecking bar. This one is amazing and gets rave reviews: Stanley FatMax Xtreme 55-120 FuBar III. A
demolition and zombie apocalypse survival essential.

60. Multi tool. This one got loads of great reviews and is low cost.

61. All purpose survival tools such as the Trucker’s Friend All-Purpose Survival Tool (a serious piece of kit which has tons of
uses!)

62. Portable power tools. – can’t go wrong with the Dewalt range of 20V portables. Great tools. With these, a small solar panel
and a sine wave invertor, your power tool use is secured in a grid down scenario.
Wire and pliers

63. Survival Shovel. There is the basic folding “military style” shovel that most survivalists are aware of – but you might also
wish to consider the more modern type of survival shovel which comes with multiple attachments to give numerous uses.

64. Sump pump. A marine essential and critical in any emergency that involves water / flooding.

65. Tools that can be used to make tools. – in particular, bladesmithing / sharpening and wood crafting tools – for example you
can make a machete from a flat bar.

66. WD-40. Horrible stuff but everyone loves it and it has a ton of uses, so it will fly off the shelves.

67. Super glue. (loads of survival uses including wound suturing)

MEDICAL SUPPLIES
These are also fantastic trade and barter items – and like ammunition, will be better than currency if TSHTF. Life-or-death items
will have the most value.

68. Essential prescriptions. – get these before you need them – and build a stock.

69. First aid kits. This is a great starter survival / first aid kit – 268pcs – rave reviews.

70. Latex and latex-free gloves.

71. Hydrogen peroxide. A survival essential – though difficult to store and has a relatively short shelf life

72. Antibiotics.

73. Antihistamine.

74. Hypodermic needles.

75. Dental kits. Dental emergencies are extremely common and not fun.

76. Pain meds. – Tylenol, ibuprofen, aspirin

77. Isopropyl alcohol (91%). Alcohol prep pads.

78. Contraceptives.

79. Combat Application Tourniquet. Could be a lifesaver in case of bullet wound or animal attack. Learn how to use.

80. Foot care supplies. As any solider will tell you, foot care is mission critical.

81. Herbal Remedies. Learn the survival uses of echinacea, garlic, golden seal, aloe, cayenne, etc.

82. Essential oils. For example, tea tree (everyone should have this in their survival kit!)

83. Aspirin, antacid, hydrocortisone cream, band-aids, antiseptic ointment, etc.

84. IV supplies (needles, fluids). Get printed instructions on how to use, and keep them in the kit in case the person who knows
how to use it is unconscious!

85. Activated charcoal powder. An inexpensive yet potentially life-saving item that most people forget. Countless survival uses
including front line use against several types of poisoning.

86. Iodine. An old standard for cleaning cuts, scrapes and small wounds. Hospitals use to disinfect the skin before cutting into it
in surgery or C-sections. Cheap, a little goes a long way and it has a long shelf life.

SANITARY AND CLEANING SUPPLIES

87. Portable Toilets. Probably the best for survival purposes is the “Luggable Loo”. It’s a toilet seat that sits on a 5 gallon bucket.
Typically purchased for camping, but invaluable in an emergency as water is not needed. A trash bag is placed in the bucket, do
your business then cover with wood ash (best) but you can use leaves, dirt, sawdust or kitty litter. No muss, no fuss and no odor.
Every house should have one.

88. TOILET PAPER. One of the simple everyday items that you will most regret being without. ,Get the large rolls of toilet
paper (1000-foot rolls). Toilet paper does not go off. You might as well stock up and get a big supply. Paper towels are also
valuable.

89. Bar soap. Do not underestimate the survival value of frequent hand-washing!

90. Baby Wipes. – a survival essential!

91. Hand sanitizer. (saves a lot of water, but note that hand soap is generally better)

92. Dental floss. (has many survival uses including fishing line!)

93. Shaving supplies. (razors, razor blades and creams)

94. Washboards, Mop & Bucket w/wringer. (for Laundry)

95. Shampoo, Toothbrush/paste, Mouthwash, nail clippers, etc. You might as well stock up on toothbrushes as they keep
indefinitely and you sure won’t want to be without one after TSHTF.

96. Feminine Hygiene/Haircare/Skin products. – tampons, pads, yeast infection supplies

97. Baby Supplies. Diapers / formula / ointments etc

98. Laundry detergent (Liquid) and dish soap.

99. Bleach. (plain, NOT scented: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite)

100. Chap stick. – has loads of survival uses also

CLOTHING AND BEDDING
101. Boots. – especially work / hiking boots + boot care supplies. The Dr. Martens 1490 is a classic for good reason but the
lighter and more versatile military tactical type boot has come to the fore in recent years.

102. Gloves (Work/warming/gardening, etc). Good leather gloves are a godsend and will be used daily in a survival scenario.
These Mechanic Work Gloves got a high number of 5-star reviews.

103. Thermal underwear. (Tops and bottoms)

104. Sleeping bags and blankets/pillows/mats.

105. Bandanas (pack of 12) / and or Tactical Desert Shemagh. The shemagh, also known as the Keffiyeh, Ghutra, Tactical
Scarf or Arab Scarf is a 100% cotton scarf with an absolutely enormous number of survival uses – it should always be part of
your kit. They give protection from the sun, Sand, and harsh winds when Hunting, Hiking, Climbing and Fishing. Not only are
they for protection, they can be used as a blanket, Arm Sling, Sweat rag, camouflage and much more! Learn 10 simple ways to
use a Shemagh here.

106. Wet weather clothing. Waterproof clothes, rain ponchos, rubberized boots, etc.

107. Cold weather clothes. Woolen clothing, ski gloves, balaclavas, gore-tex jackets, polartek fleece tops, winter hunter’s hat.

108. Hats. (check out this Indiana-Jones style outback Hat, belts Underwear, T-shirts, etc. (extras)

109. Socks. (pack them in ziplock bags and you will be really happy with your clean, dry socks!)

GENERAL HARDWARE
110. Off-the-shelf “survival kits” of all kinds, such as this one that got great reviews.

111. Ammo Cans – these are extremely durable and water resistant – making brilliant protection for what is inside them. Always
popular with survivalists!

112. Respirators and dust masks. A survival essential.

113. Aluminum foil . Tons of uses – (Great Cooking and Barter item)

114. Garbage bags. Will become valuable if SHTF. Note – many brands are chemically perfumed to mask odors – and these
should not be used for food or water storage.

115. Writing paper/pads/pencils.

116. Ziploc Bags. – numerous survival uses including keeping clean socks dry!

117. Plastic storage crates.

118. Zip ties.

119. Mylar space blankets. Tons of survival uses in addition to retaining body heat!

120. Ratchet Straps.

121. Lumber (all types). Real firewood will go fast, but if it is a real disaster there will likely be a lot of scrap wood laying
around. But never burn painted, pressure-treated or creosote-treated wood – you won’t want to breathe the highly toxic fumes.

122. Plywood. Can board up broken windows but has tons of other survival uses. Good quality plywood is a desirable survival
item and will go fast in an emergency.

123. PVC pipe. Owing to its number of uses, this will be in demand in a disaster.

124. Glow sticks. I hate these stupid toxic things but they can provide light, signaling and visibility when all else has failed.
125. Sandbags. Always useful and have numerous survival uses other than flood protection and dirt wall building.

126. Camping supplies. – tents, sleeping bags, camping pads, air mattresses

127. Insulated ice chests . (Also good for keeping items from freezing in Wintertime)

128. Tarpaulins. – especially durable, heavy duty, waterproofed

129. Backpacks and Duffel bags.

130. 550 paracord. A super valuable and versatile item. Tons of uses. Light, easy to transport.

131. Garden tools and supplies.

132. Canning supplies (Jars/lids/wax).

133. Sewing supplies, needle and thread. Because you will be repairing clothes rather than throwing them away and buying
new.

134. Fire extinguishers .

135. Garbage cans – plastic. (great for storage, water collecting, transporting – if with wheels)

136. Duct tape and / or gaffer’s tape. This is a top brand that even works in the wet – high quality tape, look at the reviews!

137. Rope.

138. Candles. A survival essential. Choose plain, long burning candles, without lead in the wicks. For example these Utility
Candles. A most recommended item to stockpile as these don’t go off, provide warmth, flame, light and comfort. Known to be
one of the most highly bartered items in a real survival scenario.

139. Glue, nails, screws, nuts and bolts, etc.

140. Paraffin wax.

141. Chicken wire, barbed wire and other fencing materials.

PEST CONTROL
142. Mousetraps, Rat Traps Ant traps, cockroach traps and baits.

143. Mosquito nets, window mesh screen and screen patches. A genuine life saver in many climates. You do not want dengue
fever, West Nile virus or malaria even in normal times; in SHTF those things could well be the end of you. Yes, a mosquito bite
has killed more humans than almost anything else since the dawn of civilization. This is a very serious item to prep for!

144. Mosquito traps, mosquito coils/repellent sprays/creams.

145. Insect repellents in general . Learn about Essential oil formulas for ticks and fleas etc.

COMMUNICATIONS, ELECTRICAL POWER AND ELECTRONICS

146. 2 Way Radio. This set of two got loads of 5 star reviews.

147. Emergency radio. This awesome one covers AM/FM/SW/NOAA and has multiple power options including built in solar
panel, dynamo crank, battery and USB input.

148. Hand crank lantern with USB in and out. (can be used to charge devices!) A perfect survival gadget!

149. Solar Panels. Most fuels will disappear quite quickly, so it’s best if you can generate your own power. This 20W solar panel
comes with its own charge controller and connectors. Very reasonably priced and great reviews.

150. Battery operated LED candles and lights.

151. Batteries of all kinds. Good to get at least one pack of all the types you use regularly. Many these days are good for 10
years but check the expiry date and rotate your stock. Here’s a pack of 24 Energizer-AA Max on Amazon that is rated as storable
for up to 10 years or for 2 years in a device, as well as being zero mercury.

152. Rechargeable batteries with solar chargers.

153. Flashlights and torches.

154. Headlamp. A survival essential! This headlamp got rave reviews on Amazon and is under $15.

155. Emergency phone charger power packs. These mini-power packs are outdoor-ready, can charge a mobile device several
times and many also include the option of a built in small solar panel, enabling them to provide true mobile power for your device
during a longer outage.

156. Inverters. These convert a lower DC voltage (typically 12 volt) into AC in order to power your mains power devices. They
are a vital part of an off-grid solar installation yet also provide power for boats, RVs and other vehicles, enabling tools and
electronics to be run from the battery. Pure sine wave inverters produce a better quality power while “modified sine” inverters are
cheaper yet may potentially harm some electronic devices over time due to the “dirty power” they produce. Good brands include
Go Power, AIMS and Xantrex.

TRANSPORTATION
157. Off road / “enduro” motorbike. – high MPG, can go where most things can’t, get out of trouble fast and relatively easy to
maintain.

Remember that as soon as the fuel tank on your car runs dry, it is just about useless. In a real SHTF scenario, gasoline will
become very valuable, very fast. But would likely make you a target – plus it is difficult and dangerous to store.

158. Horses. Used to be highly prized for good reason. Horses were considered so valuable that they used to hang horse thieves!
A mare can live on grass and make getting around & trading possible, and can produce more horses.

159. Wagons, trailers and carts.

160. Spark plugs, tires, engine oil. – will make good currency items if TSHTF

161. Boats. . If you live near water of any kind a boat, canoe, raft, kayak will give you tremendous advantage over those without.

162. Mountain bike + spare tire, basic repair kit, spare chain, chain tool and other spares. Will keep you moving when no fuel is
available and can cross a wide variety of terrain – both urban and country – almost silently, faster than on foot.

INFORMATION PRODUCTS / SURVIVAL GUIDES

Survival books – especially those talking about medical skills and food preservation. Pack these in your kit and then you can read
them on those long nights without the TV when the power has gone out…

163. Survival Hacks: Over 200 Ways to Use Everyday Items for Wilderness Survival.

164. SAS Survival Handbook, Third Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Anywhere.

165. The Official US Army Survival Guide – Updated Edition (FM 3-05.70 / FM 21-76): Complete & Unabridged, 600+
Pages (Carlile Military Library).

166. Physicians Desk Reference, 71st Edition.

167. The American Red Cross First Aid and Safety Handbook.

168. Boy Scout Handbook – 2016 Edition.

169. “Food For Free” by Richard Mabey. (note – for plants of the United Kingdom)

170. Maps (and compass).

Final Notes And Survival Tips
• Beyond all this, remember that the first things to disappear if TSHTF will not be things…. common sense, goodwill and sanity
will in many people be replaced by insanity, desperation, greed and stupidity. And when people are starving, they will start doing
extreme things and will stop being ‘nice’.

• Keep your valuables hidden – it’s best if people don’t even know they exist. Don’t make yourself appear to be a “loaded
galleon” – a visible target for the greedy and the desperate.

• Another IMPORTANT prepping tip: It’s best to stock up on the things you already use a lot of, rather than buying a load
of stuff that you have never once needed so far in your life. Be aware that some things you have never needed so far might
save your life one day, so plan carefully. Just be a bit rational and bear in mind that ‘prepping’ is a glorious way to get people to
spend money on things they will never actually use…

• Do not acquire more than you can store properly. You should also think about what you can carry. All this stuff isn’t much
use if you have to leave it all behind…… So you should consider whether you are prepping to bug in or bug out. If you are
bugging out, you only want what you / your bug-out vehicle can carry. If you are bugging in, then stack ’em high.

• Remember the mottoes “UNITED WE STAND, DIVIDED WE FALL”, and “Knowledge weighs nothing”… Think about items
and skills that will make you friends and allies, rather than making people envious. In a survival situation, it is better to be
valuable than to have valuables. Ask yourself, would you be considered more valuable alive or dead? Because a man with gold
coins and no knowledge is in much more danger than a skilled doctor with no gold….

What’s Missing?

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 By Edward, March 1, 2019 @ 1:13 am

Dry Bag for blankets & clothing

By Mildred Stephens, April 9, 2019 @ 3:57 pm

Great article, but could you make your articles printer friendly? I would like to keep some of them, but I used so much paper
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automatic way of setting up a print version online.

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By Deanes, May 15, 2019 @ 5:26 pm

I would recommend adding some solar yard lights to be used inside in an emergency.
Dog feed. A good dog is very valuable in any SHTF situation.

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