Prepping & Supplies for SHTF

For those averse to "Prepping for DOOMSDAY" think about prepping for a Summer Hurricane & Thunderstorm, Winter Snow & Ice Storm, Earth Quake or what ever Nature tosses around your area.

It is quite empowering knowing you can weather several weeks without electricity, water and modern amenities. Having a modestly stocked pantry & larder does make the difference between sitting at the dinner table or standing in the Red Cross line.

Right now because of a cross country relocation, my pantry is sparsely populated. I'm stocking up on things I know my family likes and eats. A few extra of this. A few extra of that. Each time I go marketing. Plus dehydrating fruits & vegetables when things are on sale. We'll have enough in a pinch and be happy to have that.

Mylar and oxygen absorbers for the win. Also, for those who do have kids and they drink the juice pouches like Capri Sun. Save those little Mylar bags they are great for storing salt, pepper, chili, small sewing kits, fire starting supplies, meds, etc.

Wash with warm soapy water that has a little plain bleach in it. Rinse well and let dry completely. Cut off the top to just below where the straw fits. There is plastic there that you are getting rid of. To seal, use a hair straightener. Viola! These are great for BOB's

Oh I know. I lived in Florida during the hurricanes a few years ago. It was a good thing I was prepared too. But when it comes to this the only thing I can think of is a few essentials and then living off the land, or what is left of it

Don't count on hunting and gathering, not at first. Millions of people will head to the boonies and strip the land of anything edible very quickly.

Special Note: Pellegra

Pelegra was common in the South where beans and cornbread were staples. What happens is the niacin is not bioavailable by eating this alone. The cornmeal needs to be treated by a little wood ash otherwise you're going to develop a terrible skin condition:
[link to en.wikipedia.org]

The most common way was to get lime from heated broken shells and add that to the corn. Likewise you could heat up crushed pulverized limestone. Naturally the latter will end up with grit.


See the Last Minute Tips topic for ways for the nixtamalization of cornmeal.
[link to en.wikipedia.org]

Good point white angel. Perhaps stock up on MREs and other basic foods you can put in a bag or eat in a pinch. Might want to cool things that keep aroma down as you might get the wrong crowd smelling it and endangering yourself

OP,

check this out if you live in florida.

[link to www.angelfire.com]

scroll down to THE PROPHETIC WITNESSES FOR ASTEROID OR COMET IMPACTS

there are about 25 separate people, children, etc that have been shown how the peninsula gets washed clean.

you don't need to be religious to connect these dots.

72.) Bag of rocks
73.)Zip ties
74.) fingernail clippers
75.) Window shades
76.) Can of Pledge
77.) Two pieces of cardboard
78.) Tape measure
79.) One non-winning lottery ticket

These are a few things you left out op.

White Angel, this is very true. Sadly many people will eat gardens down to the ground not realising seeds need to be put by for the next growing season. And meat animals will be over hunted not realising stock needs to be able to breed.

AC159 you have some excellent points. And I agree, don't feel humanity will be brought back to Stone Age existence. Maybe late 1700s early 1800s...still a bit challenging. I imagine people reforming Communities and reconnecting with their own humanity. I can dream, can't I? =}.

Yes you can! But for superficial wounds. And thing too deep and you want to suture it.

I've got a box of the TI-CRON 30" with 1/2 taper hooks for something that's beyond Superglue, and a box of the Polysorb for beneath the skin. (they dissolve over time)

The best advise I can give, I believe, is there are about a million military field manuals and books that can be downloaded off the internet. Find what you're looking for, download them AND PRINT THEM OUT!!!

[link to www.survivalebooks.com]

I've actually assembled a nice little library of a couple dozen useful manuals in 3-ring binders.

Last Edited by Mike Ehrmantraut on 08/27/2013 12:15 AM

won't a fallout shelter and a few lunchables do?

I am certain it was mentioned...but lets be honestm it's one of THE most important item for when the SHIT hits the fan....

TOILET PAPER!!!!

that is all.

100 Items to Disappear First

1. Generators (Good ones cost dearly. Gas storage, risky. Noisy...target of thieves; maintenance etc.)
2. Water Filters/Purifiers
3. Portable Toilets
4. Seasoned Firewood. Wood takes about 6 - 12 months to become dried, for home uses.
5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Lamps (First Choice: Buy CLEAR oil. If scarce, stockpile ANY!)
6. Coleman Fuel. Impossible to stockpile too much.
7. Guns, Ammunition, Pepper Spray, Knives, Clubs, Bats & Slingshots.
8. Hand-can openers, & hand egg beaters, whisks.
9. Honey/Syrups/white, brown sugar
10. Rice - Beans - Wheat
11. Vegetable Oil (for cooking) Without it food burns/must be boiled etc.,)
12. Charcoal, Lighter Fluid (Will become scarce suddenly)
13. Water Containers (Urgent Item to obtain.) Any size. Small: HARD CLEAR PLASTIC ONLY - note - food grade if for drinking.
14. Mini Heater head (Propane) (Without this item, propane won't heat a room.)
15. Grain Grinder (Non-electric)
16. Propane Cylinders (Urgent: Definite shortages will occur.
17. Survival Guide Book.
18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman, etc. (Without this item, longer-term lighting is difficult.)
19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula. ointments/aspirin, etc.
20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry)
21. Cookstoves (Propane, Coleman & Kerosene)
22. Vitamins
23. Propane Cylinder Handle-Holder (Urgent: Small canister use is dangerous without this item)
24. Feminine Hygiene/Haircare/Skin products.
25. Thermal underwear (Tops & Bottoms)
26. Bow saws, axes and hatchets, Wedges (also, honing oil)
27. Aluminum Foil Reg. & Heavy Duty (Great Cooking and Barter Item)
28. Gasoline Containers (Plastic & Metal)
29. Garbage Bags (Impossible To Have Too Many).
30. Toilet Paper, Kleenex, Paper Towels
31. Milk - Powdered & Condensed (Shake Liquid every 3 to 4 months)
32. Garden Seeds (Non-Hybrid) (A MUST)
33. Clothes pins/line/hangers (A MUST)
34. Coleman's Pump Repair Kit
35. Tuna Fish (in oil)
36. Fire Extinguishers (or..large box of Baking Soda in every room)
37. First aid kits
38. Batteries (all sizes...buy furthest-out for Expiration Dates)
39. Garlic, spices & vinegar, baking supplies
40. Big Dogs (and plenty of dog food)
41. Flour, yeast & salt
42. Matches. {"Strike Anywhere" preferred.) Boxed, wooden matches will go first
43. Writing paper/pads/pencils, solar calculators
44. Insulated ice chests (good for keeping items from freezing in Wintertime.)
45. Workboots, belts, Levis & durable shirts
46. Flashlights/LIGHTSTICKS & torches, "No. 76 Dietz" Lanterns
47. Journals, Diaries & Scrapbooks (jot down ideas, feelings, experience; Historic Times)
48. Garbage cans Plastic (great for storage, water, transporting - if with wheels)
49. Men's Hygiene: Shampoo, Toothbrush/paste, Mouthwash/floss, nail clippers, etc
50. Cast iron cookware (sturdy, efficient)
51. Fishing supplies/tools
52. Mosquito coils/repellent, sprays/creams
53. Duct Tape
54. Tarps/stakes/twine/nails/rope/spikes
55. Candles
56. Laundry Detergent (liquid)
57. Backpacks, Duffel Bags
58. Garden tools & supplies
59. Scissors, fabrics & sewing supplies
60. Canned Fruits, Veggies, Soups, stews, etc.
61. Bleach (plain, NOT scented: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite)
62. Canning supplies, (Jars/lids/wax)
63. Knives & Sharpening tools: files, stones, steel
64. Bicycles...Tires/tubes/pumps/chains, etc
65. Sleeping Bags & blankets/pillows/mats
66. Carbon Monoxide Alarm (battery powered)
67. Board Games, Cards, Dice
68. d-con Rat poison, MOUSE PRUFE II, Roach Killer
69. Mousetraps, Ant traps & cockroach magnets
70. Paper plates/cups/utensils (stock up, folks)
71. Baby wipes, oils, waterless & Antibacterial soap (saves a lot of water)
72. Rain gear, rubberized boots, etc.
73. Shaving supplies (razors & creams, talc, after shave)
74. Hand pumps & siphons (for water and for fuels)
75. Soysauce, vinegar, bullions/gravy/soupbase
76. Reading glasses
77. Chocolate/Cocoa/Tang/Punch (water enhancers)
78. "Survival-in-a-Can"
79. Woolen clothing, scarves/ear-muffs/mittens
80. Boy Scout Handbook, / also Leaders Catalog
81. Roll-on Window Insulation Kit (MANCO)
82. Graham crackers, saltines, pretzels, Trail mix/Jerky
83. Popcorn, Peanut Butter, Nuts
84. Socks, Underwear, T-shirts, etc. (extras)
85. Lumber (all types)
86. Wagons & carts (for transport to and from)
87. Cots & Inflatable mattress's
88. Gloves: Work/warming/gardening, etc.
89. Lantern Hangers
90. Screen Patches, glue, nails, screws,, nuts & bolts
91. Teas
92. Coffee
93. Cigarettes
94. Wine/Liquors (for bribes, medicinal, etc,)
95. Paraffin wax
96. Glue, nails, nuts, bolts, screws, etc.
97. Chewing gum/candies
98. Atomizers (for cooling/bathing)
99. Hats & cotton neckerchiefs
100. Goats/chickens

From a Sarajevo War Survivor:
Experiencing horrible things that can happen in a war - death of parents and
friends, hunger and malnutrition, endless freezing cold, fear, sniper attacks.

1. Stockpiling helps. but you never no how long trouble will last, so locate
near renewable food sources.
2. Living near a well with a manual pump is like being in Eden.
3. After awhile, even gold can lose its luster. But there is no luxury in war
quite like toilet paper. Its surplus value is greater than gold's.
4. If you had to go without one utility, lose electricity - it's the easiest to
do without (unless you're in a very nice climate with no need for heat.)
5. Canned foods are awesome, especially if their contents are tasty without
heating. One of the best things to stockpile is canned gravy - it makes a lot of
the dry unappetizing things you find to eat in war somewhat edible. Only needs
enough heat to "warm", not to cook. It's cheap too, especially if you buy it in
bulk.
6. Bring some books - escapist ones like romance or mysteries become more
valuable as the war continues. Sure, it's great to have a lot of survival
guides, but you'll figure most of that out on your own anyway - trust me, you'll
have a lot of time on your hands.
7. The feeling that you're human can fade pretty fast. I can't tell you how many
people I knew who would have traded a much needed meal for just a little bit of
toothpaste, rouge, soap or cologne. Not much point in fighting if you have to
lose your humanity. These things are morale-builders like nothing else.
8. Slow burning candles and matches, matches, matches

Will take note of that!! How about for the dog? I'm sure they have dog vest where you can put food in .

5 Stars OP, great thread!!

Herbs to keep on hand

Many Research Sources
Curcumin and Turmeric
[link to www.turmeric-curcumin.com]

Research on Curcumin and Arthritic Conditions
[link to www.selfgrowth.com]

Curcuminoids
[link to www.curcuminoids.com]

Capability of Curry Component to Treat Disease Merits U.S. Patent
[link to www.healthcanal.com]

Turmeric Curcumin or Kurkuma-How it benefits your dog
[link to www.k911.biz]

Cilantro

Oral Chelation of Heavy Metal Mercury, Lead, and Aluminum
[link to www.kitchendoctor.com]

Cilantro Chelation - That Can Save Your Life
[link to www.newmediaexplorer.org]

Dumbing-Down Society Part 3: How to Reverse its Effects
[link to vigilantcitizen.com]

The Health Benefits of Cilantro
[link to www.globalhealingcenter.com]

Olive Leaf

Virus, bacterial, fungal infections and radiation chelation

Certified Organic Olive Leaf - Tea, Capsules, Extract
[link to www.olivus.com]

Olive Leaf References
[link to www.olivus.com]

Olive tree (Olea europaea) leaves: potential beneficial effects on human health.
[link to www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Radioprotective effects in vivo of phenolics extracted from Olea europaea L. leaves against X-ray-induced chromosomal damage: comparative study versus several flavonoids and sulfur-containing compounds.
[link to www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sloan-Kettering - Olive Leaf
[link to www.mskcc.org]

Iodine

Thyroid Disease, Cancer, Heart Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Diabetes, Aids, Lupus, Lyme Disease, Sjogren's Syndrome

Iodine
[link to iodine4health.com]

Iodine
[link to www.health-science-spirit.com]

Oregano
Antiseptic against yeast and bacteria
Destroying organisms that contribute to skin infections
Digestive problems
Strengthening the immune system
Increasing joint and muscle flexibility
Improving respiratory health

Oil of Oregano Health Benefits
[link to www.homeremediesweb.com]

Oil of Oregano
[link to www.digitalnaturopath.com]

Spirulina
Too many benefits to list.

Radiation Protective Effect and Immune System Improvement
[link to spirulinasource.com]

5 Grams Daily of This Reversed Severe Radiation Poisoning in Chernobyl Children
[link to articles.mercola.com]

Chlorophyll

A Few Words on Radiation
[link to www.energyessentials.com]

Stinging Nettle

Medicinal Qualities of Stinging Nettle
[link to www.herballegacy.com]

Stinging nettle
[link to www.ageless.co.za]

Stinging nettle root, stinging nettle benefits, stinging nettle side effects
[link to www.zhion.com]

How to pick Stinging Nettles without gloves...featuring "Nettles: The Motion Picture"
[link to www.learningherbs.com]

Diabetes

Gymnema Sylvestre
Gymnema Sylvestre for Diabetes
[link to www.intelegen.com]

All about Gymnema
[link to www.gymnema.net]

Bitter Melon
A Ton Of Bitter Melon Produces Sweet Results For Diabetes
[link to www.sciencedaily.com]

Cinnamon
Is Cinnamon Safe for Diabetes
[link to www.diabetes-guide.org]

Chia Seeds
Add Chia Seeds to your Diabetic Diet
[link to 1200caloriediabeticdiet.net]

Cost Co has on line storage foods, cheap by the meal, in cans that can last 7 to 20 years, buy a few each month, keep in cool dry place.
Best buy is a big cast iron pot w a tripod for cooking over open fires, and a big fry pan, can cook or boil anything...
Best to buy whole uncooked beans of every kind and white rice, keeps long time! Must have tarps and rope to cover everything. Axe,hatchet, good knives.
Great thread, thanks.

A fpfew dozen small solar panels for small item charging.
Cheap at Harbor tool and freight.

There are some really cheap under thirty bucks e readers that use sd cards and can display text, PDF, mp3, video, and pics.
I put all kinds of survival files, gardening files, books and just about every cool tip, short cuts, hack other products into other things and so on. Great illustrations, videos pics ect..
I put them onto several sd cards, cloned over and over. If one shits there are still many. And, I can barter these too. So I got many of these readers, and sd cards, and some recharge long distant two way radios. Recharge batteries.
I also got a dozen cheap laptops for 100 bucks, to maintain files ect.
I made faraday cans and divided these items evenly into all of them. along with a few other electronic doo hickeys and different types of electronic testing equipment and soldering stations. The cans are sealed and have been hidden in different areas away from each other.
I'm very skilled and mechanical for a dude who made a living playing guitar,
So I have those things to help in a post shtf world !

.

I'm so screwed....

You too!

There should be two plans:
1) Stay where you are; and
2) Bug out.

For both plans your utmost primary needs are:
A) Water
B) Water Purification Equipment
C) A gun
D) Dependable people to form a community of defense

The rest of the needs are second tier to the first tier.

What I'm saying is that there isn't nearly enough emphasis on water and the fact that you can't defend yourself by yourself.

In a tier by itself, is cyanide, if it comes to that.

Best place for non-gmo seeds and I've done years of research order the catalog
[link to jlhudsonseeds.net]
14 varieties eating, field, popcorn

Cheap crisco makes great candles that last forever all you need is string great website too.
[link to www.theresilientfamily.com]

Last Edited by AKObserver on 08/27/2013 01:37 AM

Why would you ever stay at a house in a shtf scenario? Pack light, get to a place unpopulated. Go from there, have enough supplies to get you there. Buy wild edible books, learn how to trap and hunt. Thats your best chance at survival. Cities will become places of selfish killing if people are starving... and it would not get better in simply a week. Your house will become a trap. Peace and love to all.

Yes, Welcome! There are a lot of friendly folks here too. Just ignore the haters and the shills.

when this gos down im coming to take all your shit

Good on you brother.

I wish we could easily find others in our local area with like minds.

Sad state of affairs in today's society. No one gives half a shit about anyone but themselves and mabe their family.

Anyway good job and keep it up.

Dont forget the stainless steel and lead...

Pandemic Preps - Need to Know Information
This thread has a lot of good info too.

And you will be whacked for sure if you try that post SHTF.

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