For ladies, make sure you’re stocked on your sanitary items (pads, tampons etc) These can also come in handy in an event of an injury. And those small plastic bags to dispose of waste. (My family and I were war refugees back in the 90s and I recall my mom having to use rags because there was no access to sanitary pads. That alone made me stock up on sanitary pads during the lockdowns because of the experience my mom had.)
I know what you mean Ali. The wife was concerned about running out of the sanitary item during the closures for her and the daughters. Had enough to last the shutdowns but after everything opened again, I bought them bulk.
@@AA14CBF it’s not an absolute MUST for survival buuuut, I gotta stock of my own full of things I know would make SHTF at least somewhat tolerable and that includes chapstick 😂 Chapped or dry lips is what would cause unreasonable anger for me lol
I keep a large package of paper plates, sleeves of disposable cups, and a few boxes disposable flat wear along with paper napkins. I want my water for consumption.
That is a good idea Fido. I only have plastic cutlery. I have an unopened box each of plastic forks, spoons, and knives from CostCo along with the opened boxes. Whenever I finish a box (I might use them for work or the kids for school) and open the new one I always buy another box even if I have 499 left. I also have an unopened package of paper plates and bowls. Just need to get more paper/plastic cups as I am 1/2 way through the pack currently and do not have an unopened in standby.
I have that book!!! I love it!!! It helped me so much when I first started prepping, and I still refer to it often. I always recommend it to people when they are just starting their prepping journey. ❤
I also keep a couple extra things for my neighbors. Having established friends will come in handy. Smaller communities will band together to make sure everyone is taken care of. I can’t speak for all parts of the country but that’s what would happen in my area. Participate in town meetings. Learn the names of the local contractors and store owners. Make as many allies as you can beforehand even though this can be awkward. I’m a recluse and tend to only deal with the people I have to so this part is hard for me but I know it’s important.
Yup getting to know and be on good terms with your neighbors is a critical preparation for both local and full scale SHTF. One thing that I do is grow a garden and offer the extra plants to neighbors.
Community is so important! Even talk to your neighbors about prepping. The more people around you who are prepared, the better off your whole community will be.
I'm the neighbor others come to when they need tools and help fixing cars, lawnmowers, setting up electronics (tv's, networks), physical help (roofing/water supply etc.) & yes, sometimes food items. Many a morning I open the back door (to feed the birds & stray cats) to find a six-pack and a smiley on a post-it.
Like probably everyone else I have had the experience of losing flashlights/headlamps to corroded batteries. Now I keep the batteries in a separate sandwich baggie and then put the flashlight and sandwich baggie of batteries into a larger ziploc bag to have them together but avoiding the corrosion issue.
It doesn’t even take a major incident to require supplies. The other night, the valve core cartridge in the shower broke and we couldn’t turn the water off. Since there was not shutoff valve for the shower, we had to turn the water to the house off at the road until we could get the part. I used about five gallons of water to flush toilets for the day until we could get the part, complete the repair and turn on the water. Not a huge deal since I had water stored. It would have been really inconvenient if I didn’t have water. We also used paper plates for the day to conserve water. Be well, everyone.
Livingin a rural area in north sweden, we have all of this out of nessecity just because it is practical. Heating is one issue here during the winter. One thing we will try is a few days off grid excercise during summer and turn off stuff or reflect over its importance. Then try the same during winter. RUclips videos are good but try your stuff. Test different scenarios.
We called them primitive days. We didn't have to schedule them because our power would go out every summer and winter for a couple of days. We used to take the kids primitive camping as well. It never hurts to brush up on skills.
We had historic power outages here in the Willamette Valley a week ago (some still without power 10 days later). Your videos and this community helped our little family to weather the storm, not relying on local government. We did, however, realize we weren't fully prepared for the cold nights. It was a great test on our resources that wasn't too serious. Thank you!!!
Same here! My family experienced this same ice storm. We need more ways to produce heat for our homes, and outdoor animals, plus for cooking. I’m working on a list of things to get, before the next storm.
Not as significant, but we lost power a few weeks ago for just about four hours. Evening, dark out and cold outside. We too used it as an opportunity to find the gaps in our plan. Made a list the next day of what to add and skills we needed to improve.
I think that a good starting point is what I learned in boot camp over 40 years ago and still remember today: the three B's of military logistics, i.e. Beans, Bullets, Bandages. Adding to or modifying that list is easy enough. There is also Dave Canterbury's "5 C's" of basic survival items. Combine the three B's and five C's and proceed from there.
I've found it helpful to keep such gathered items in a couple five gallon buckets. The buckets are useful for bathroom needs, rain catchment, bathing, as a seat, waterproof ( our basement flooded where they were stored) easier as a family everyone grabs one and has one, stack on top of each other in closet and last a makeshift shovel to dig out car in snow or mud. I would recommend having a folding shovel and also a multi tool with scissors. Also a two person pop-up tent for shelter ( use in house to keep warmer or even inside car)
I’ve got several cats and buy their litter in those sturdy buckets - they stack nicely have a snap on lid- they are multi purpose for storage or waste etc
Could you show us a mock bugout? You, your BoB, and I dunno, hike out and set up a shelter? It would show a lot of people what you actually have to Do, rather than this idea that they can just grab a bag, and then poof! At their bug out location Love the vids Kris! Keep it up!
I would add, practice home fire drills, just like school fire drills. That would help everyone know would they are to do and where you all are to meet.
Libraries make copies on the cheap, take it home and copy the pages, or take a pic. Also, you don’t have to buy a book that only has a couple pages you want.
Nice starting list, depending on climate i would add a space blanket for each person in the family just in case the normal beds in the house have gotten wet
14:30, Portable batteries are good for day to day use, however in my opinion, you should have a solar battery in your home. It's very useful both for recreational outdoor activities, and for the prepping part. I own one and from personal experience i can say they're very useful in the field
Videos on the basics are always appreciated. Here is a tip, instead of using commercial maps buy the U.S. Geo Survey maps of your county. The topographical maps have all roads, structures, but also Railroads, Electrical Towers, larger non-paved roads, bridges, fords and of course the topographic relief of the area. They now have them in "electronic" fashion, but I recommend the old fashion paper map and laminate it with clear contact paper. The maps are cheap $15 to $25 but you have to search their website, it's bulky and their search engine is weak. They have maps of everything. It just takes some poking around to find what you are looking for.
In many cases a better option to using a tourniquet is to also have conpression bandages. Tourniquets can only stay on a limb for a period of time before that limb will eventually die. Keep tourniquets on hand but dont immediately go to it unless you know its an arterial bleed. Have options.
@br2080 write the time directly on the white over flap on the tourniquet itself. Writing it on a piece of paper is good but that paper could get lost or ruined, while the tourniquet isn't going anywhere if properly done.
Couple bags of saw dust or cedar shavings. Can be used for several things such as soaking up spills. Once it dries, can be used again. Would save on paper towels. I have done this several times when my dog has an accident on the concrete floor in the basement. Of course, can be used as fire starter. Even if the cell phone towers are down, you can still connect to a gps satellite via Google Maps. This works on an old Samsung 9. It should show a map of the area and a blue dot which is you. As you move, the dot moves. You cannot get directions but you do have a map. You can also get a small solar panel charger for your phone and anything that charges via USB for less than 25 dollars. I would also recommend a quality hand saw such as silky. You never know when you may to cut tree limbs for a fire.
We have small collapsible stainless steel wood burning stoves that are made from pressed steel plates that fit together at the corners to make a cooker. The whole unit can be taken apart very easily and breaks down into five metal plates (four sides and the base ash grill), together with the top cross piece that supports the pans. It all fits into a flat pack. Anything can be burned as fuel, so it is much more versatile than a gas or kerosene cooker.
Thanks Kris. Just a quick video idea... We always hear about carrying a good knife in our EDC or Bug Out Kit but a video on how to sharpen a dull knife blade might be interesting.
Lifeboat rations are not meant to be used as a long term survival food. They are designed to be used by people that are in a lifeboat or life raft for a short period of time. People in lifeboats or life rafts are very inactive most of the time. The survivors of the abandoned ship are just sitting there waiting for rescue. Due to their design (being stored in lifeboats), lifeboat rations can last a long time; thus, they are great for storing in a car. Lifeboat rations offer very little nutrition save for the calories.
I have s lantern type flash light , it was 5 dollars. It’s been great the. Last three weeks. I just had surgery and it’s so much easier to have when I need it at night
We have these dotted around the house. One rule is that they stay in the same place so are always there when needed. I take responsibility for keeping them charged.
Backup battery banks- I have a few larger ones that can be plugged in to charge or with the imbedded solar panel. A good one will run you only about $30
Thanks for keeping it real with practical advice like this. A few thoughts: 1) I don't think it is unreasonable to have a small butane or propane camp stove. You can't make use of the food in your pantry without a way to cook. 2) Why carry a small power cell in your car? Doesn't it have a cigarette lighter (AKA power port)? A car battery has a lot more power than a small power cell. Even if it's going 'dead'. 3) Maybe not so much where you live but, a lot of the rest of us need to have an emergency source of heat. 4) Map reading is a skill. You need to learn how to read a map before you need it. Also, don't be afraid to mark it up. Highlight your home, work, meetup locations, kids schools, or any other important locations.
I recently purchased on Amazon cases of Rice O’ Roni cups. Just add water meals are great. Also Velvita Mac & Cheese. Make the noodles & squeeze in the cheese. No other ingredients needed.
Just make sure that you store extra water to prepare them with. 1 gallon per person per day is bare minimum, pretty much drinking water only. Wet wipes are a great item to have on hand, as well.
We have small collapsible stainless steel wood burning stoves that are made from pressed steel plates that fit together at the corners to make a cooker. The whole unit can be taken apart very easily and breaks down into five metal plates (four sides and the base ash grill), together with the top cross piece that supports the pans. It all fits into a flat pack. Anything can be burned as fuel, so it is much more versatile than a gas or kerosene cooker.
Add a fireproof [resistant] lockbox, and store documents in it. That isn't perfect but it helps to give you a start at rebuilding "normal" after a fire, flood, or storm. The documents could be wet or dirty but a fire would need to be hot to burn them in that limited oxygen box.
And have a couple of home fire extinguishers in case your emergency services cannot help quickly enough. We live in the Philippines where many houses are plywood on timber frames and they burn down really fast.
❗️Have a bug-out list and put on it to BRING PET! (and petfood/crate/leash/etc.). When things hit fan anxiety/stress can cause us to forget even the most important things.
Oh and if you have no water much left in your house then go to your bathroom and take the cover off the back of the Toilet on the back rest (Also called The Tank). This is fresh clean water. Careful for minerals buildups. Second. Go to your Hot Water Heater (usually in your Basement or Laundry Room but sometimes in Bathrooms, too.) and this should be filled with clean fresh water. Usually there is a valve to flush the tank. This is your Faucet. Third, get a good book physically on medicinal plants and make sure it covers your area of the world where You live in Specifically. Look into the following. Mountain Tobacco or Arnica Montana.......this is not actually Tobacco it is an Antiflammatory. Fox Glove. Morphine Of The Forest (This is not what it sounds like. Hemp. Comfrey. Chamomile. Ginger. Turmeric. Peppermint. Cayenne Peppers. Lemon Balm. Chaga. Sorry for the Tome of Information.
Yup, wifey & I learned this during Hurricane/Superstorm Sandy, where we had no electricity for 10 days. I was a prepper back then, and just smiled, sorta, but it was all for real.
I was introduced to grains about a year ago. I buy bulk from a company called BreadBeckers. Sue Becker is a licensed nutritionist. She has a RUclips channel with amazing info about grains. Grains can be stored indefinitely if kept dry and protected from bugs and rodents. Ezekiel bread, a mix of grains and beans has been found to be an almost perfect food. Bread is basically flour water and oil. You can make your own yeast. FYI, grinding your own grain gives you the wheat germ and bran that people buy separate because it has been removed from store bought flour. I have learned so much from Sue, check her out.
Great basic list 👍 Only points I would add is if you have a metal/aluminum whistle and you might be in sub zero temps the whistle may stick to your lips and or tongue. Learned that one the hard way when a Mag Light stuck to the tip of my tongue 😬 So you might consider a plastic whistle. One item I’d add is HotHands stick-on body warmers. You can stick these to your body core. This will generate warmth for your core and reduce the calories you burn just keeping your body warm.
Canned goods last indefinitely folks. Just make sure the can isnt rusted, dented or buldged. Much cheaper than freeze dried meals. Those freeze dried meals are over 12 bucks a piece.
However, you plan to clean clothes, have the various apparatuses on hand. Also, if you don’t have paper plates and plastic utensils, you need to spray bottle, actually two, one with Sudie water to wash off your plates, and the other one with regular water to rinse off the soap. There are many basic Necessities of life that seem to go under the wire in the newbie prepping community.
useing a spray bottle and water/vinegar after wipeing out/off the plate/bowl/glass, spray with the water/vinegar and that sanitizes it, no water washup (other than the mixture and you are good to go.)
Propane turkey fryers work great for heating water and the burner can be used to cook or warm your food. I have a alcohol stove which I purchased from Walmart for $50 (Homco). By using Sterno alcohol cannisters and or Crisco vegetable shortening candle inside the stove I am able to have ample heat at a low cost solution.
You said righty tight and left loose and a propane tank burst through the wall yelling "Oh Nooooo" (reversed thread connection there) During the icepocalypse here in 2021, it was shocking how not one of the homes on my street (aside from me) actually knew how to shut off their water at the meter. If there is a brutal freeze and shutting off the water is a must, make sure to remove the garden hoses and open those valves to drain all the water still in your pipes. Do the same with hot water at sinks and tub. (fill containers/tub with water first) If anyone is stocked up for 3-7 days with a grid down situation and you have kids, Make sure you have some books/cards/board games to pass the time. Perhaps some extra pet food if you have them, and since you have batteries, perhaps a couple of battery powered led camping lanterns.
In regards to Batteries, my experience is that the Energizer brand does not leak as much as Duracell in electronics, but I for sure would leave the batteries out of the light until needed. I have also started collecting Lithium batteries as well as the output seems to be a bit longer in our devices.
If you have any animals please don't forget to include dry food for them preferably kept in airtight containers. Also I've a number of the small power banks not necessarily to charge a phone but to charge my kindle as I'd go nuts not being able to read. Which is another thought- buy a basic kindle quite cheaply as that way you'll have hundreds of books at your fingertips
For info purposes, I have kept water in plastic soda bottles for years with zero issues. I filled them with filtered water, treated them with drops of chlorine. I try one every year or so and none have tasted strange, flat or had growth in them. Water does not spoil so even is growth has started in water stored, in an emergency, simply filter and boil the water. I plan to use these for washing up, cleaning etc, but want potable water just in case. These are in excess of the 2 gallons per person per day that I store. Some were exposed to sunlight but not directly.
We have a battery tote just like yours. It stores a variety, and enough for quite a while with prudent usage. So many that it's a challenge to fill it up. It's a good example for prepping in general. Filling it up took a while. As it filled, the sense of knowing we were fulfilling that particular need built confidence in having met it.
Buy a battery tester. Ive been purchasing batteries lately and more times than not out of 20-30 batteries 1-3 are already dead. Amazon, duracell, and energizer all the same experience.
Another recommendation is for after the disaster. When FEMA arrives, they will set up staging areas for you to get food, water, ice, etc. If the roads are a mess and you can't use your car to get there, you will need some kind of small cart to carry the water and heavy items back to your house. Maybe a small light weight ice chest too. The cart should be maneuverable and easy to manage while still being able to carry heavy items. I have lived through several major hurricanes in South Florida, so I know the lines at FEMA staging areas will be long and stressful. I was prepared with food and water, but getting bags of ice from FEMA was very helpful. Thankfully the roads were clear enough where I lived but it was truly a disaster in South Miami and Homestead after Hurricane Andrew and roads had too much debris, so I know a cart would be a good thing to have.
@@jaycarver4886 Yep! But it also depends on the terrain. We have steep hills in my neighborhood and gorilla carts are pretty shallow. I also have a cheap garden cart that is deep and easy to maneuver.
Brilliant video as always! I would like to add: make sure your paper maps are updated! Especially the town/city ones. You will be surprised how much changes can happen in a couple of years add water purification tablets! Light but very useful. 30 will purify more than 100 l of water knife! and spoon! I use a Swiss army knife- the best can opener ever! + a reasonable knife, a spoon, scissors and a toothpick Thanks again for the well put together video!
I would add a book of local edible plants. Photos of each stages (seedling, young plant, mature plant), where to find 'em, how to process for food, and if there are look-a-likes that are poison (If in doubt DO NOT CONSUME!, "when in doubt, throw it out".).
@@robinguertin574 I have Petersen's Guide to Edible Plants and it has pictures, descriptions and even what area (in the US) they grow in. I also have Petersen's Guide to Medicinal Plants--wonderful books!
Your "right-tighty, lefty loosy" is not necessarily always the case with valves. Propane canisters have left-hand or reverse threaded connectors. A loose propane supply can make spectacular explosions that will reduce your chances of survival. In industrial settings, reverse threading can be common with spinning components that will naturally tighten themselves.
You should add a small 30-40 watt foldable solar panel only large enough to charge a two or three power banks which can keep a few things charged. Folded up it’s smaller than a tablet and very light.
@@jimwaterhouse7747 Where in the bible were we told to prep? We were not. We were told to rely in him for all things. You think your gonna out prep the will of God or something? If it's in his plan for you to die your gonna die dude. Many times in the bible God says he creates and sends all things good and bad. Go read your book. Wait you don't need to. Your gonna out prep the will of God. In the end of days your gonna be hunkered down with all your preps. Doors bolted up, Fire arm in hand. Or is it you will be bugged out living off the land? Go ready your book lil Jimmy Waterhouse. It also instructs us to not argue his word. So I've lead you to water. It's up to you to drink or to continue to think you know lol. So you pipe it down master of idiots.
Great video- I am definitely missing a few things. Something else to add would be basic oral hygiene (toothbrush, toothpaste, floss) in your med kit is a must have with those sugar-heavy survival foods. If you don't have access to your bathroom or have to leave quickly, you'll be glad they're there!
I love listening to your lists and ideas. Sometimes you bring up something that I may have and just don’t think of. But I think that if you have to tell someone how to use an adjustable wrench most of their supplies are going to help someone else.
Don't forget to put a DATED CARD on the outside of your EDC, BOB (carry bags), etc. You need to know when certain items (food) need to be used, before they expire, and what needs to be replenished. You're welcome.
Remembering the items to take into your shelter could be a major problem if you're in a stressful situation. Make a list of what you'll need, and put the list where you'll remember it! Don't forget important documents, & have your important phone numbers written down, not just stored in your phone! I did a walk through of my home to be sure I included everything I would need on my list so I don't forget anything important when I'm stressed and a little panicky.
I don’t know if I’d store batteries in laundry room if it is humid. I store flashlights a couple screwdrivers, pliers, wrench at both doors. N95 s are a good mask but they don’t last longer than 4 hours to be the optimal protection but I’d rather have one to wear for a longer duration than nothing at all!!! Use dryer sheets to deter mice. Our old house has areas that critters can access-so sticky traps are great at keeping on top of disease carriers like mice and bugs!!!
Thank you for putting together a video that will actually help and educate folks. 👏 Sick of seeing all the old school peppers turning into badnews anchors.. Keep in mind, freeze-dried foods utilize a lot of water, especially if you are feeding multiple people. Spam and rice, although sometimes shunned, can last 50 years in a cool, dry place. Save your water to drink/wash up, and boil for rice if not easily accessible.
Just an FYI ok. Go out to your water meter and close the valve then go inside and turn on a cold faucet and see if the water has stopped. I broke a pipe in my basement at the inside shut off valve and when I shut it off at the meter it wasn't completely closed even when the valve was, the valve leaked.
It’s a bit late now but I hit the after Xmas sales and get greatly discounted outdoor camping survival goods - anything seasonal - stock up Additionally on these things with discounted prices. In emergency situations you might not have all the time to fix/sharpen /find that one necessary item- have backups
Good episode and full of great advice in less than 18 minutes! We have to make our preps focused for situations of increasing levels of emergencies. For example, if you have not genuinely prepared for the forecasted and seasonal bad weather in your area, then, how do you expect to make it through the real SHTF? I stayed in my home for 71 days straight during Covid. Lack of fruit and vegetables forced me out of the house and go to the store, and then would reload for another 30 days. I followed the 30 day pace for a few more months until information became more reliable. My freezer, loaded with protien, fruit, and vegetables, was critical to keeping me fed. Canned food was handy but I limited it to only 1 canned item per day to avoid the high salt content. I need a back up power supply and learn how to dehydrate and preserve food.
How about cleaning supplies that don’t require electricity or chemicals if bugging in? Might make a list of everything you use to clean with and see what needs an unplugged backup. Push brooms, vinegar (sanitizer, smell dissipates in minutes, and it can be made from kitchen scrap), microfiber cloths, etc.
I've served 8 years in the Army and Marine Corps and the "built in heater" in the MREs 100% needs water to heat the meal, however it doesn't have to be potoable water
It blows my mind how people don’t even have 60 days of food and water saved up at home. It’s so easy. Literally an extra $40 a month on groceries for a year will get you that and much much more
I keep buying first aid kits whenever I find a good deal on one. I have what I need, but they are consumable, so over time would get used. If not, good for others in need. Got a few 50-person kits for a good deal. Also, the EBC totes, lucky for me, local farm, I can get for $40 if I buy enough. I have relatives wanting them. Sunflower oil, never get ones that had fish products
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For ladies, make sure you’re stocked on your sanitary items (pads, tampons etc)
These can also come in handy in an event of an injury.
And those small plastic bags to dispose of waste.
(My family and I were war refugees back in the 90s and I recall my mom having to use rags because there was no access to sanitary pads. That alone made me stock up on sanitary pads during the lockdowns because of the experience my mom had.)
My wife was simultaneously impressed, disgusted, and touched that I got her a couple re-usable menstrual cups, and a setup to clean and re-use them.
I know what you mean Ali. The wife was concerned about running out of the sanitary item during the closures for her and the daughters. Had enough to last the shutdowns but after everything opened again, I bought them bulk.
@@ChemistyStudent that’s a wonderful thing you did!
I’m personally not a fan of the cup, but wouldn’t be picky if that’s all there was lol
Also facial cream, body lotion, vaginal cream, etc. Itchy skin is annoying.
@@AA14CBF it’s not an absolute MUST for survival buuuut, I gotta stock of my own full of things I know would make SHTF at least somewhat tolerable and that includes chapstick 😂
Chapped or dry lips is what would cause unreasonable anger for me lol
I keep a large package of paper plates, sleeves of disposable cups, and a few boxes disposable flat wear along with paper napkins. I want my water for consumption.
I do likewise. I've opted for the wooden cutlery (rather than plastic) as used ones can serve as kindling in a pinch when started a fire.
That is a good idea Fido. I only have plastic cutlery. I have an unopened box each of plastic forks, spoons, and knives from CostCo along with the opened boxes. Whenever I finish a box (I might use them for work or the kids for school) and open the new one I always buy another box even if I have 499 left. I also have an unopened package of paper plates and bowls. Just need to get more paper/plastic cups as I am 1/2 way through the pack currently and do not have an unopened in standby.
@@FidoHousegreat idea! Have seen bamboo cutlery (and plates/bowls) though not (disposable) wooden ones - will have to look into that! 👍
@davidmgilbreath bamboo good, too!
excellent idea! The more multipurpose items the better!
OMG!!! Just in Case: How To Be Self Sufficient When The Unexpected Happens is my book! Thank you for the shout out!
I have that book!!! I love it!!! It helped me so much when I first started prepping, and I still refer to it often. I always recommend it to people when they are just starting their prepping journey. ❤
@@sarahconnor64 Thank you!
A friend also recommended the book- Where there is no dentist. Also, some basic dental tools, pain relief such as oral gel.
I also keep a couple extra things for my neighbors. Having established friends will come in handy. Smaller communities will band together to make sure everyone is taken care of. I can’t speak for all parts of the country but that’s what would happen in my area. Participate in town meetings. Learn the names of the local contractors and store owners. Make as many allies as you can beforehand even though this can be awkward. I’m a recluse and tend to only deal with the people I have to so this part is hard for me but I know it’s important.
Yup getting to know and be on good terms with your neighbors is a critical preparation for both local and full scale SHTF. One thing that I do is grow a garden and offer the extra plants to neighbors.
Community is so important! Even talk to your neighbors about prepping. The more people around you who are prepared, the better off your whole community will be.
I'm the neighbor others come to when they need tools and help fixing cars, lawnmowers, setting up electronics (tv's, networks), physical help (roofing/water supply etc.) & yes, sometimes food items. Many a morning I open the back door (to feed the birds & stray cats) to find a six-pack and a smiley on a post-it.
Like probably everyone else I have had the experience of losing flashlights/headlamps to corroded batteries. Now I keep the batteries in a separate sandwich baggie and then put the flashlight and sandwich baggie of batteries into a larger ziploc bag to have them together but avoiding the corrosion issue.
It doesn’t even take a major incident to require supplies. The other night, the valve core cartridge in the shower broke and we couldn’t turn the water off. Since there was not shutoff valve for the shower, we had to turn the water to the house off at the road until we could get the part. I used about five gallons of water to flush toilets for the day until we could get the part, complete the repair and turn on the water. Not a huge deal since I had water stored. It would have been really inconvenient if I didn’t have water. We also used paper plates for the day to conserve water. Be well, everyone.
Livingin a rural area in north sweden, we have all of this out of nessecity just because it is practical.
Heating is one issue here during the winter. One thing we will try is a few days off grid excercise during summer and turn off stuff or reflect over its importance. Then try the same during winter. RUclips videos are good but try your stuff. Test different scenarios.
Great advice, thank you.
We called them primitive days. We didn't have to schedule them because our power would go out every summer and winter for a couple of days. We used to take the kids primitive camping as well. It never hurts to brush up on skills.
We had historic power outages here in the Willamette Valley a week ago (some still without power 10 days later). Your videos and this community helped our little family to weather the storm, not relying on local government. We did, however, realize we weren't fully prepared for the cold nights. It was a great test on our resources that wasn't too serious. Thank you!!!
Same here! My family experienced this same ice storm. We need more ways to produce heat for our homes, and outdoor animals, plus for cooking. I’m working on a list of things to get, before the next storm.
the next election is in november the war will be well underway by then@@2000disneyland
Not as significant, but we lost power a few weeks ago for just about four hours. Evening, dark out and cold outside. We too used it as an opportunity to find the gaps in our plan. Made a list the next day of what to add and skills we needed to improve.
Buddy propane heater, a few grill tanks and an adapter hose.
@@christopherleubner6633just don't bring a 20lb propane tank inside its illeagle
I think that a good starting point is what I learned in boot camp over 40 years ago and still remember today: the three B's of military logistics, i.e. Beans, Bullets, Bandages. Adding to or modifying that list is easy enough. There is also Dave Canterbury's "5 C's" of basic survival items. Combine the three B's and five C's and proceed from there.
When it comes to lighting, I'd suggest headtorches are much more useful than handheld torches, especially if they've got a red light mode as well.
Yes a very good idea Lanterns too no one wants a hand held torch in the bathroom for example .
I've found it helpful to keep such gathered items in a couple five gallon buckets. The buckets are useful for bathroom needs, rain catchment, bathing, as a seat, waterproof ( our basement flooded where they were stored) easier as a family everyone grabs one and has one, stack on top of each other in closet and last a makeshift shovel to dig out car in snow or mud. I would recommend having a folding shovel and also a multi tool with scissors. Also a two person pop-up tent for shelter ( use in house to keep warmer or even inside car)
Excellent ideas. Thank you for sharing.
I’ve got several cats and buy their litter in those sturdy buckets - they stack nicely have a snap on lid- they are multi purpose for storage or waste etc
Could you show us a mock bugout? You, your BoB, and I dunno, hike out and set up a shelter?
It would show a lot of people what you actually have to Do, rather than this idea that they can just grab a bag, and then poof! At their bug out location
Love the vids Kris! Keep it up!
I would add, practice home fire drills, just like school fire drills. That would help everyone know would they are to do and where you all are to meet.
Books are the best teachers when the internet is not available.
Don't forget board games
@deejones I totally agree. With the speed at which they’re re-writing medicine and history, I’d say get older books before it’s all lost. 👍🏻
I'm creating my own library, recipe, bread making, home remedies, essential oils.. etc.
Libraries make copies on the cheap, take it home and copy the pages, or take a pic. Also, you don’t have to buy a book that only has a couple pages you want.
Good list. I would add a swiss army knife, sleeping bag and gas camping stove to it.
Nice starting list, depending on climate i would add a space blanket for each person in the family just in case the normal beds in the house have gotten wet
14:30, Portable batteries are good for day to day use, however in my opinion, you should have a solar battery in your home. It's very useful both for recreational outdoor activities, and for the prepping part. I own one and from personal experience i can say they're very useful in the field
Videos on the basics are always appreciated. Here is a tip, instead of using commercial maps buy the U.S. Geo Survey maps of your county. The topographical maps have all roads, structures, but also Railroads, Electrical Towers, larger non-paved roads, bridges, fords and of course the topographic relief of the area. They now have them in "electronic" fashion, but I recommend the old fashion paper map and laminate it with clear contact paper. The maps are cheap $15 to $25 but you have to search their website, it's bulky and their search engine is weak. They have maps of everything. It just takes some poking around to find what you are looking for.
In many cases a better option to using a tourniquet is to also have conpression bandages. Tourniquets can only stay on a limb for a period of time before that limb will eventually die. Keep tourniquets on hand but dont immediately go to it unless you know its an arterial bleed. Have options.
Israeli bandages are great.
Keep a pen and paper to mark how long the tourniquet has been on for
@br2080 write the time directly on the white over flap on the tourniquet itself. Writing it on a piece of paper is good but that paper could get lost or ruined, while the tourniquet isn't going anywhere if properly done.
@@ulfhedinn9 yes. It looked like the tourniquet was dark so that is why I thought of something to write on
@br2080 what you said before is also a good idea. Never hurts to write it twice.
Need more than 3 days for sure, often times in these days the “outside help” is worse than the disaster 😅
Don't forget water, food, medicine etc for all of your animals.
Thanks, Kris. Reminders are good for those already prepared, and priceless for those just starting.
Couple bags of saw dust or cedar shavings. Can be used for several things such as soaking up spills. Once it dries, can be used again. Would save on paper towels. I have done this several times when my dog has an accident on the concrete floor in the basement. Of course, can be used as fire starter. Even if the cell phone towers are down, you can still connect to a gps satellite via Google Maps. This works on an old Samsung 9. It should show a map of the area and a blue dot which is you. As you move, the dot moves. You cannot get directions but you do have a map. You can also get a small solar panel charger for your phone and anything that charges via USB for less than 25 dollars. I would also recommend a quality hand saw such as silky. You never know when you may to cut tree limbs for a fire.
We have small collapsible stainless steel wood burning stoves that are made from pressed steel plates that fit together at the corners to make a cooker. The whole unit can be taken apart very easily and breaks down into five metal plates (four sides and the base ash grill), together with the top cross piece that supports the pans. It all fits into a flat pack. Anything can be burned as fuel, so it is much more versatile than a gas or kerosene cooker.
Thanks Kris.
Just a quick video idea... We always hear about carrying a good knife in our EDC or Bug Out Kit but a video on how to sharpen a dull knife blade might be interesting.
I have two battery daddies and love them. I gave several away this year for Christmas. Peeps loved them.
Lifeboat rations are not meant to be used as a long term survival food. They are designed to be used by people that are in a lifeboat or life raft for a short period of time. People in lifeboats or life rafts are very inactive most of the time. The survivors of the abandoned ship are just sitting there waiting for rescue.
Due to their design (being stored in lifeboats), lifeboat rations can last a long time; thus, they are great for storing in a car. Lifeboat rations offer very little nutrition save for the calories.
I have s lantern type flash light , it was 5 dollars. It’s been great the. Last three weeks. I just had surgery and it’s so much easier to have when I need it at night
We have these dotted around the house. One rule is that they stay in the same place so are always there when needed. I take responsibility for keeping them charged.
Backup battery banks- I have a few larger ones that can be plugged in to charge or with the imbedded solar panel. A good one will run you only about $30
If I may ask where I am able to purchase backup battery bank.
Thanks for keeping it real with practical advice like this. A few thoughts: 1) I don't think it is unreasonable to have a small butane or propane camp stove. You can't make use of the food in your pantry without a way to cook. 2) Why carry a small power cell in your car? Doesn't it have a cigarette lighter (AKA power port)? A car battery has a lot more power than a small power cell. Even if it's going 'dead'. 3) Maybe not so much where you live but, a lot of the rest of us need to have an emergency source of heat. 4) Map reading is a skill. You need to learn how to read a map before you need it. Also, don't be afraid to mark it up. Highlight your home, work, meetup locations, kids schools, or any other important locations.
And add a compass.
I recently purchased on Amazon cases of Rice O’ Roni cups. Just add water meals are great. Also Velvita Mac & Cheese. Make the noodles & squeeze in the cheese. No other ingredients needed.
Just make sure that you store extra water to prepare them with. 1 gallon per person per day is bare minimum, pretty much drinking water only. Wet wipes are a great item to have on hand, as well.
A can of Rotel and package of Velveata Cheese makes a great dip!
It is hard to know where to stop but a small propane camp stove is important.
We have small collapsible stainless steel wood burning stoves that are made from pressed steel plates that fit together at the corners to make a cooker. The whole unit can be taken apart very easily and breaks down into five metal plates (four sides and the base ash grill), together with the top cross piece that supports the pans. It all fits into a flat pack. Anything can be burned as fuel, so it is much more versatile than a gas or kerosene cooker.
Add a fireproof [resistant] lockbox, and store documents in it. That isn't perfect but it helps to give you a start at rebuilding "normal" after a fire, flood, or storm. The documents could be wet or dirty but a fire would need to be hot to burn them in that limited oxygen box.
And have a couple of home fire extinguishers in case your emergency services cannot help quickly enough. We live in the Philippines where many houses are plywood on timber frames and they burn down really fast.
There are battery operated can openers. You can use it with just one hand. Good for people with arthritis, or handicaps.
❗️Have a bug-out list and put on it to BRING PET! (and petfood/crate/leash/etc.). When things hit fan anxiety/stress can cause us to forget even the most important things.
Oh and if you have no water much left in your house then go to your bathroom and take the cover off the back of the Toilet on the back rest (Also called The Tank). This is fresh clean water. Careful for minerals buildups.
Second. Go to your Hot Water Heater (usually in your Basement or Laundry Room but sometimes in Bathrooms, too.) and this should be filled with clean fresh water. Usually there is a valve to flush the tank. This is your Faucet.
Third, get a good book physically on medicinal plants and make sure it covers your area of the world where You live in Specifically. Look into the following. Mountain Tobacco or Arnica Montana.......this is not actually Tobacco it is an Antiflammatory. Fox Glove. Morphine Of The Forest (This is not what it sounds like. Hemp. Comfrey. Chamomile. Ginger. Turmeric. Peppermint. Cayenne Peppers. Lemon Balm. Chaga.
Sorry for the Tome of Information.
That’s great info. What could you use for an antibiotic if you needed one?
@@bellabell737 garlic or onions
IN A REAL SHTF SITUATION OUTSIDE HELP WILL NEVER COME…DO NOT EVER COUNT ON ANYONE TO SHOW UP
Yup, wifey & I learned this during Hurricane/Superstorm Sandy, where we had no electricity for 10 days. I was a prepper back then, and just smiled, sorta, but it was all for real.
I was introduced to grains about a year ago. I buy bulk from a company called BreadBeckers. Sue Becker is a licensed nutritionist. She has a RUclips channel with amazing info about grains. Grains can be stored indefinitely if kept dry and protected from bugs and rodents. Ezekiel bread, a mix of grains and beans has been found to be an almost perfect food. Bread is basically flour water and oil. You can make your own yeast. FYI, grinding your own grain gives you the wheat germ and bran that people buy separate because it has been removed from store bought flour. I have learned so much from Sue, check her out.
Good afternoon from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing this very important information
Great basic list 👍
Only points I would add is if you have a metal/aluminum whistle and you might be in sub zero temps the whistle may stick to your lips and or tongue. Learned that one the hard way when a Mag Light stuck to the tip of my tongue 😬 So you might consider a plastic whistle.
One item I’d add is HotHands stick-on body warmers. You can stick these to your body core. This will generate warmth for your core and reduce the calories you burn just keeping your body warm.
Be sure to rotate your hot hands stock. From experience, the shelf life is about 1 year. Also, beware of hot hands knock-offs.
@@JohnBaker3000 good points! My body warmers were good for about 18 months. But like you said watch the dates and rotate 👍
Canned goods last indefinitely folks. Just make sure the can isnt rusted, dented or buldged. Much cheaper than freeze dried meals. Those freeze dried meals are over 12 bucks a piece.
Yes! And spices last well beyond the expiration date. If they still have a scent, they're still good!
Great ideas!!! Keep up the hard work.
However, you plan to clean clothes, have the various apparatuses on hand. Also, if you don’t have paper plates and plastic utensils, you need to spray bottle, actually two, one with Sudie water to wash off your plates, and the other one with regular water to rinse off the soap. There are many basic Necessities of life that seem to go under the wire in the newbie prepping community.
useing a spray bottle and water/vinegar after wipeing out/off the plate/bowl/glass, spray with the water/vinegar and that sanitizes it, no water washup (other than the mixture and you are good to go.)
@@stuartaminion511 great. Thank you. What are you suggest using as a dilution of water to vinegar?
i use a 1/3 full vin. to rest water, i've used half and half also depends on how much vin. i have.@@Buzzy-bm6bv
Propane turkey fryers work great for heating water and the burner can be used to cook or warm your food. I have a alcohol stove which I purchased from Walmart for $50 (Homco). By using Sterno alcohol cannisters and or Crisco vegetable shortening candle inside the stove I am able to have ample heat at a low cost solution.
You said righty tight and left loose and a propane tank burst through the wall yelling "Oh Nooooo" (reversed thread connection there)
During the icepocalypse here in 2021, it was shocking how not one of the homes on my street (aside from me) actually knew how to shut off their water at the meter.
If there is a brutal freeze and shutting off the water is a must, make sure to remove the garden hoses and open those valves to drain all the water still in your pipes. Do the same with hot water at sinks and tub. (fill containers/tub with water first)
If anyone is stocked up for 3-7 days with a grid down situation and you have kids, Make sure you have some books/cards/board games to pass the time. Perhaps some extra pet food if you have them, and since you have batteries, perhaps a couple of battery powered led camping lanterns.
2 litre bottles of water stores well hidden under the kitchen cabinet plinths.
Be careful! I’ve noticed over time that the plastic can get a hole on its own. You could have a water issue. Check it monthly!
What a fantastic idea, I'm going to do that tomorrow.
Thank you for this. This vid was so helpful brother.
Buy shower wipes and individual packet dude wipes. They've been a lifesaver for me despite it wasn't for emergencies.
Thank you,
In regards to Batteries, my experience is that the Energizer brand does not leak as much as Duracell in electronics, but I for sure would leave the batteries out of the light until needed. I have also started collecting Lithium batteries as well as the output seems to be a bit longer in our devices.
To make your tub of emergency supplies easily identifiable in dim light, label both ends with day-glo letters.
Didn’t know that about HDPE! Thanks for sharing that little tidbit! 😊
What HDPE stand for
That battery daddy is great. I bought two from Costco and filled em up. They seem quite sturdy and durable considering the price.
I have two and love them. I gave several away for Christmas. Peeps loved them.
If you have any animals please don't forget to include dry food for them preferably kept in airtight containers. Also I've a number of the small power banks not necessarily to charge a phone but to charge my kindle as I'd go nuts not being able to read. Which is another thought- buy a basic kindle quite cheaply as that way you'll have hundreds of books at your fingertips
For info purposes, I have kept water in plastic soda bottles for years with zero issues. I filled them with filtered water, treated them with drops of chlorine. I try one every year or so and none have tasted strange, flat or had growth in them. Water does not spoil so even is growth has started in water stored, in an emergency, simply filter and boil the water. I plan to use these for washing up, cleaning etc, but want potable water just in case. These are in excess of the 2 gallons per person per day that I store. Some were exposed to sunlight but not directly.
We have a battery tote just like yours. It stores a variety, and enough for quite a while with prudent usage.
So many that it's a challenge to fill it up.
It's a good example for prepping in general. Filling it up took a while. As it filled, the sense of knowing we were fulfilling that particular need built confidence in having met it.
Buy a battery tester. Ive been purchasing batteries lately and more times than not out of 20-30 batteries 1-3 are already dead. Amazon, duracell, and energizer all the same experience.
Another recommendation is for after the disaster. When FEMA arrives, they will set up staging areas for you to get food, water, ice, etc. If the roads are a mess and you can't use your car to get there, you will need some kind of small cart to carry the water and heavy items back to your house. Maybe a small light weight ice chest too. The cart should be maneuverable and easy to manage while still being able to carry heavy items. I have lived through several major hurricanes in South Florida, so I know the lines at FEMA staging areas will be long and stressful. I was prepared with food and water, but getting bags of ice from FEMA was very helpful. Thankfully the roads were clear enough where I lived but it was truly a disaster in South Miami and Homestead after Hurricane Andrew and roads had too much debris, so I know a cart would be a good thing to have.
GORILLA CART
@@jaycarver4886 Yep! But it also depends on the terrain. We have steep hills in my neighborhood and gorilla carts are pretty shallow. I also have a cheap garden cart that is deep and easy to maneuver.
You trust FEMA to arrive?
@@bellabell737 They have every time.
Get a sled. It carries stuff over most terrains. I haul my groceries up a gravel driveway with one.
Brilliant video as always! I would like to add:
make sure your paper maps are updated! Especially the town/city ones. You will be surprised how much changes can happen in a couple of years
add water purification tablets! Light but very useful. 30 will purify more than 100 l of water
knife! and spoon!
I use a Swiss army knife- the best can opener ever! + a reasonable knife, a spoon, scissors and a toothpick
Thanks again for the well put together video!
I recently bought this mini power generator that plugs in. It's great for charging my phone and my laptop.
I would add a book of local edible plants. Photos of each stages (seedling, young plant, mature plant), where to find 'em, how to process for food, and if there are look-a-likes that are poison (If in doubt DO NOT CONSUME!, "when in doubt, throw it out".).
Can you recommend any? Thanks!
@@robinguertin574 I have Petersen's Guide to Edible Plants and it has pictures, descriptions and even what area (in the US) they grow in. I also have Petersen's Guide to Medicinal Plants--wonderful books!
13:03 I love my P38, right here in my pocket!
Your "right-tighty, lefty loosy" is not necessarily always the case with valves. Propane canisters have left-hand or reverse threaded connectors. A loose propane supply can make spectacular explosions that will reduce your chances of survival. In industrial settings, reverse threading can be common with spinning components that will naturally tighten themselves.
"Right-tighty, lefty loosy": right means clockwise, left means counter-clockwise as you are looking down at it [to avoid confusion].
THIS IS A CRITICAL DISTINCTION!
I operated lathes for years. Lots of left hand thŕeads.
Good job Kris. Always good to revisit the basics every now and then
You should add a small 30-40 watt foldable solar panel only large enough to charge a two or three power banks which can keep a few things charged.
Folded up it’s smaller than a tablet and very light.
Any recommendations? Thank you!
Good basic info. This should help anyone start to prepare, at any age or skill level.
Thanks Kris from Georgia
Thanks for this video. I found it to be a good review of basic items that might be needed very soon no matter where you live.
Hello from Pennsylvania
Excellent video. No nonsense practicality. Enjoyed it.
Buy books books and more books.
Especially the bible.
Love you all my Christian preppers.
All glory to God
No such thing as a Christian prepper.
Amen
@@yakfishin4912 says who? Pipe it down master of prepping lol
@@jimwaterhouse7747
Where in the bible were we told to prep? We were not. We were told to rely in him for all things.
You think your gonna out prep the will of God or something? If it's in his plan for you to die your gonna die dude. Many times in the bible God says he creates and sends all things good and bad. Go read your book.
Wait you don't need to. Your gonna out prep the will of God. In the end of days your gonna be hunkered down with all your preps. Doors bolted up,
Fire arm in hand. Or is it you will be bugged out living off the land?
Go ready your book lil
Jimmy Waterhouse. It also instructs us to not argue his word. So I've lead you to water. It's up to you to drink or to continue to think you know lol.
So you pipe it down master of idiots.
On the maps, I still have Thomas Guides for my area and surrounding areas.
Great video- I am definitely missing a few things. Something else to add would be basic oral hygiene (toothbrush, toothpaste, floss) in your med kit is a must have with those sugar-heavy survival foods. If you don't have access to your bathroom or have to leave quickly, you'll be glad they're there!
I love listening to your lists and ideas. Sometimes you bring up something that I may have and just don’t think of. But I think that if you have to tell someone how to use an adjustable wrench most of their supplies are going to help someone else.
Hello from the uk
Add shelf stable milks 🥛🍼 the reason is for infants and children. Dry milk lasts decades and box milk will last two years...
Don't forget to put a DATED CARD on the outside of your EDC, BOB (carry bags), etc.
You need to know when certain items (food) need to be used, before they expire, and what needs to be replenished. You're welcome.
Good stuff. Thanks for all you do Chris!
Remembering the items to take into your shelter could be a major problem if you're in a stressful situation. Make a list of what you'll need, and put the list where you'll remember it! Don't forget important documents, & have your important phone numbers written down, not just stored in your phone! I did a walk through of my home to be sure I included everything I would need on my list so I don't forget anything important when I'm stressed and a little panicky.
Kris, as usual you have great information and suggestions. This video is excellent. Thanks to you, I've got a six month head start on this stuff!
I don’t know if I’d store batteries in laundry room if it is humid. I store flashlights a couple screwdrivers, pliers, wrench at both doors. N95 s are a good mask but they don’t last longer than 4 hours to be the optimal protection but I’d rather have one to wear for a longer duration than nothing at all!!! Use dryer sheets to deter mice. Our old house has areas that critters can access-so sticky traps are great at keeping on top of disease carriers like mice and bugs!!!
Do NOT store batteries in any room with running water or that is humid
Sawyer mini filters (they fit most plastic water bottles) and a sillcock.
I just ordered my first book and used your video for reference.
Thank you for putting together a video that will actually help and educate folks. 👏 Sick of seeing all the old school peppers turning into badnews anchors.. Keep in mind, freeze-dried foods utilize a lot of water, especially if you are feeding multiple people. Spam and rice, although sometimes shunned, can last 50 years in a cool, dry place. Save your water to drink/wash up, and boil for rice if not easily accessible.
Just an FYI ok. Go out to your water meter and close the valve then go inside and turn on a cold faucet and see if the water has stopped. I broke a pipe in my basement at the inside shut off valve and when I shut it off at the meter it wasn't completely closed even when the valve was, the valve leaked.
Thank you for a well thought out, good presentation.
Great vid - one thing to mention, in UK gas is opposite of leftie lucy righty tighty, everything else is normal as far as I know.
Gas is usually reverse threaded
It’s a bit late now but I hit the after Xmas sales and get greatly discounted outdoor camping survival goods - anything seasonal - stock up Additionally on these things with discounted prices. In emergency situations you might not have all the time to fix/sharpen /find that one necessary item- have backups
Thank you for going back to basics. This simple and direct approach is most needed. (k.I.S.S)
Your always giving us great content I’m here in Indianapolis,IN and I mentioned your channel to my brother and now he’s watching you in Charlotte,NC
Good video.
Thanks for not blowing the whistle and for not shining the flashlight into the camera.
Good episode and full of great advice in less than 18 minutes! We have to make our preps focused for situations of increasing levels of emergencies. For example, if you have not genuinely prepared for the forecasted and seasonal bad weather in your area, then, how do you expect to make it through the real SHTF? I stayed in my home for 71 days straight during Covid. Lack of fruit and vegetables forced me out of the house and go to the store, and then would reload for another 30 days. I followed the 30 day pace for a few more months until information became more reliable. My freezer, loaded with protien, fruit, and vegetables, was critical to keeping me fed. Canned food was handy but I limited it to only 1 canned item per day to avoid the high salt content. I need a back up power supply and learn how to dehydrate and preserve food.
I like the book “caught prepared” by Sam Spencer
How about cleaning supplies that don’t require electricity or chemicals if bugging in? Might make a list of everything you use to clean with and see what needs an unplugged backup. Push brooms, vinegar (sanitizer, smell dissipates in minutes, and it can be made from kitchen scrap), microfiber cloths, etc.
Once upon a time, you could go to the nearest gas station and get a half-decent map.
I've served 8 years in the Army and Marine Corps and the "built in heater" in the MREs 100% needs water to heat the meal, however it doesn't have to be potoable water
It blows my mind how people don’t even have 60 days of food and water saved up at home. It’s so easy. Literally an extra $40 a month on groceries for a year will get you that and much much more
now THIS is kind of prep video i like!
I keep buying first aid kits whenever I find a good deal on one. I have what I need, but they are consumable, so over time would get used. If not, good for others in need. Got a few 50-person kits for a good deal. Also, the EBC totes, lucky for me, local farm, I can get for $40 if I buy enough. I have relatives wanting them. Sunflower oil, never get ones that had fish products