If anyone is on a tight budget, shop thrift store, they have backpacks all the time. I've gotten a camp stove, a giant life straw still in the box and plastic wrapped. Sleeping bags, winter boots (I live up north), and check camping isles in the winter. They clearance things like lanterns and flashlights. One flashlight that sold for over $60. Originally, I got $12. It has a seat belt cutter, flint fire starter, and window breaker on the end. I can't keep water in my car because it will freeze during the winter, but I never leave home without grabbing some even if I'm going to the grocery store a few miles away. Granola bars keep for a long time.
For my bugout bag I have hygiene products, first aid kit, lanterns, matches, propane stove, dish soap, cleaners, plastic ware, dominos, pots and pans, small speaker, charger and blocks clothes and extra shoes. Still working on it, need wound care products, propane, small cutting board, blankets, tent, heaters, water filters and definitely want solar panels and generators.
Something that's important and low cost is make copies of all of your important documents, passports, marriage license, divorce decrees, child custody, mortgage/rental papers, insurance, medical, keep one paper copy off site with a trusted out if state friend or relative, and an electric copy in the cloud or thumb drive.
Great video! I recommend Hot Hands- hand and feet warmers, extra feminine products, sanitizer, whistle, lighter, baby wipes, gloves, hats, socks, n95 mask, peanut butter crackers... just a few things I could think of for now❤
Good information Barbara. Don't forget to add a rainsuit, tools, a small tarp, and a mini cook stove like Sterno and Sterno stove. I also keep extra underwear, jogging pants and T-shirt in my bag. I am planning to add a small pop-up tent in case I can't find shelter and have to live or sleep outside.
Hi Barbara, great video!! I have the Tinkle Belle female urination device for me and a portable spill proof urinal for my husband. We also have portable toilet bags and pee powder to dump over it if we ever had to use it. Prayerfully, we never will. I believe they are used for cars and hiking. I purchased them from Amazon.
You'll be amazed at what you can find at Dollar Tree. I have always kept an overnight bag in my car. I do have two go bags by the door and a small box for my pets because when I ride they ride 😂 They also have like 100 item survival supply kits on Amazon that will periodically be $10-$15 that includes so many helpful things. Can opener. Tools. Paracords. First aid. Lots of stuff.
We have been buying sleeping bags and blankets recently along with sleeping bag warmers. We also keep extra toilet paper, water, emergency lantern, cute magnetic flaslights at dollar tree, flushable wipes etc. Time to make a go bag. Thx again Barbara
Great video! You're so real and loved listening to your story. After watching the LA fires, I decided to update my to-go bag (carry-on) with my important documents: birth certificate, social security card, covid card, medical info, passport, etc. I have photocopies of everything along with driver's license, medical and house/car insurance cards, and it's on my phone pics and emailed to myself under an emergency folder. For me, important vital papers are a nightmare if lost. I like those big blue insulated Trader Joe's bags to hold toiletries/extra clothes, meds, extra eyeglasses/sunglasses, extra battery chargers, plus other important irreplaceable sentimental small items. Still adding other things to this. But if it can fit in my car, it's going with me. The goal is to fit my life in 4 suitcases if I need to evacuate pronto. The furniture and house can be replaced.
I always keep a bag for when we travel to Airbnbs for vacation. However, when we had to evacuate last minute for the hurricane, I realized just how much it was packing. I definitely need to do a go bag! Will start today.
Yes ma’am!…..keep a bag ready to go….then if you only have 10-15 minutes to evacuate, you can always start throwing the extra things in a duffel bag or container…..but at least you have your bag ready.
Blankets in the car; keep car gas tank full. Make sure heat or air in car is working…. Cash on hand …. Couple hundreds … small bills. (May not be able to get change…
You're off to a good start. I recommend if you have an extra flash drive - usually 16gb minimum works - use your local library to scan copies of any important documents (id cards, bank account information, birth certificates, marriage license, deeds, diplomas, et cetera), irreplaceable photographs, letters, recipes, and basically any information you want to keep safe. I always recommend adding pure honey to a bag for medical purposes. It can also double as a sweet treat if needed, but it's such a great antibiotic. Something for comfort and entertainment. Boredom can make any disaster so much worse especially if you have kids. A coloring/puzzle book or card game can go a long way. Each kid bag should have at least one comfort item- a plush or blanket or toy. It doesn't hurt for the adults to have one either.... Always have a set of smalls and socks. Even if you can't fit a whole outfit, clean smalls can be such a relief. There are other things that come to mind, but most are personal preference. The above I would recommend to anyone and everyone.
Yes, I have had this mindset as someone living in the South. However, the snowmageddon you mentioned has given me pause. I am praying for everyone impacted by the California wildfires. There is a winter weather warning for Georgia tomorrow. I pray that everyone remains safe and sound.
Absolutely!! on more than one occasion this has happened to me because I always seemed to listen to my kids and I know I should know better. They are grown but they don’t know about certain things. I just stumbled across your channel. Thank you for doing this video, bags are so important. Now I live in Florida so due to hurricanes I always have food and water, but my cars have never been prepared for being stuck at work, so this is now what I’m working on.
You can buy many of you emergency kits items at your local dollar and discount stores in your communities. Ms. Barbara you are right because I though I had no more table salt in the house, in my storage and I found some in the bathroom, then I said to the Lord and when this one container runs out then what the Lord said to me use pink salt and the next time you go to the store buy some more at the one of the dolor stores to restock you back up.
Just had an emergency event here ice and snowed in. So many lost power fortunately we didn't but we were able to help others. I keep solar garden lights and battery fairy lights on hand at all times,generator, I but water in my empty canning jars, candles available, lots of shelf stable food etc. I was much more at ease knowing we had what we needed. Now to get my kids and grandkids more prepared
Get a paper map of your area. Mark the street of people that you know and would be safe to be there. Also mark the streets of where you know would be unsafe. We depend on roads and gps way too much. Think about if you had to leave your vehicle and a main road. Could you find your way through the woods or around a river or lake? Learn to use a compass and keep one in your bag. It may come in handy to have copies of your important papers... drivers license, SS card, birth certificate etc. **Edited to add* a thick large trash bag, duct tape, a pocket knife and 50' of paracord. This can keep you warm and dry among other uses.
Oh yes you are right -Montgomery would be petty compared to NY snow lol. It takes nothing for the South to shut down with snow because we get it so infrequently.
Girl, yes….get that emergency bag ready!!!!!….I started putting mine together about 2 yrs ago and I feel so good knowing that I have them….I keep one in my car (to get home) which would have helped in your situation and then my go bag at home with a little more items and household documents sealed in a waterproof/fireproof bag….you can also keep a bag in your office…..BAGS EVERYWHERE! 😂 *Things I would recommend for others to keep in your vehicle….. a pair of sneakers (with socks) ….a small toiletry bag (go to dollar tree for your items)….toilet tissue/wipes….heavy duty trash bags (and we all have tons of grocery bags at home - so keep a few of those for different uses)….change of clothes (in winter: beanie, gloves, scarf, thermal underwear, wool socks, ear muffs, emergency blanket and wool blanket, hot hands, etc)….first aid kit/pharmacy….water in an insulated container because it keeps longer than plastic water bottles….food/snacks/hard candy….deck of cards. Great video….thanks for sharing!
This was very helpful Barbara. I started preparing for unusual situations during Covid. I’m an avid student of emergency preparedness videos too. This is one of the greats! Your story, the sharing of the items in your box, the ideas for making purchases realistically, and for inviting the viewers to share their stories and preparation experiences. All of that😊!
Always practice your preps. So try out the life straw so you know how to work it when it’s time. As you collect items keep them in the car if that’s what you are prepping so if something happens at least you have something with you For cars I would add a glass breaker. They are inexpensive but can come in very handy in emergency of car crash. It should come with seatbelt cutter too. Great content.
@ yes I learned the hard way lol. I used to practice fire drills at home in middle of night when my kids were younger. They grown now. So glad to see women of color doing these videos. Thank you so much.
Being an outdoor person, I have everything but the life straw. . You can also use a little bleach to drink stuff if you don't have a straw. I didn't hear you say battery jumper cables for your car to keep the battery charge. Great job.
Thank you Barbara. That’s one of my project ‘s too. My two go bags are too heavy for me to lift. I know I’m outrageous😮. Can’t lift or get them to the car. Too much stuff. Got to get myself together soon. Thx For caring and sharing
@@AGardenersJourneyHomestead I have extra socks, underwear, deodorant, wash cloth, toothbrush, Sm toothpaste, soap, camping collapsible cup & bowl, lighter, can opener, pocket knife w/bottle opener, life straw, small peanut butter, crackers Plastic fork, knife, sm water bottle Bandages, little direction thingy (NSEW) emergency silver blanket Looks like foil. Baby wipes, flashlight Etc. Tylenol, lighter etc.etc. T-shirt
Hi Barbara... I have a small folder with utility statements, some blank checks, credit card info, passwords. Also have solar rechargeable flashlights, and solar radio. In power outages we use solar garden lights for every room in the house. Living in WA. we have to prepare for fires in the summer and long power outages every month. With no power having a well, you have no water. Store water. With no power no atm, have cash, small bills and as much as you think you'll need for at least a week. (food, gas, hotels, barter) Thx. for all of your tips, love to you and the family. Sue Uttech...
Thank you for sharing! God has been dealing with me on another year passing and not being as prepared as I should when it comes to my food preservation.
Thanks for making this. We all need more preparedness. You are getting great additions and tips here in comments. I just wanted to mention, in relation to keeping some medical supplies in your high tunnel, that you may want to keep just a couple of the most likely to be useful items rather than a whole kit, as temperatures in a high tunnel will degrade the items far faster than in a temperature controlled home. Amazon has some small empty bags in colors and insignia making them instantly recognizable as med bags, that you can set up with what you might need out there and refill as needed. They also have refill kits(many configurations) of just supplies and medicines because those things expire usually within about 2 years. I know this because I was looking at them yesterday, and adding things to the cart. 😁 I am great at ordering stuff, but less great with organizing it! I am confident we will all get it together, and be much better able to handle what comes along.
I just had a wheel on my rolling backpack repaired in anticipation of preparing a go bag. Disasters are few and far between in my area of the Northeast, but anything is possible. A few years back, I went to Staples to pick up some printer ink. There was barely a cloud in the sky. When I left the store, there were a few snow flurries coming down. By the time I jumped in my car, it had gotten crazy. It took me 6 hours to make a 20 minute trip. The entire city was shut down by ice 🧊 and snow. And we're used to both!
One thing I also do is make sure : my purse (with the wallet and keys in it) is in whatever room I’m in so it can leave with me 😉 and I have an outfit ready to throw on (usually a pair of joggers and T-shirt)….I always have a pair of shoes and a jacket in my entryway closet that I can grab on the way out….unfortunately, you see so many people on the news leaving out with just their night clothes and no coat or shoes. 😢
Thank you for sharing! You made me laugh even though I know it was serious at the time! I'm going to pledge to get something in my car by the end of this month
My story is that about 22 years ago, we had a storm that was called Superstorm Sandy. It left us without power for 10 days! Thankfully, it was in the month of October, so it wasn't cold. But we didn't have a generator at that time and couldn't get one because the stores ran out. But you can be sure that as soon as they became available, we went out and got the most basic generator we could afford. It won't power up the house, but I will be able to use my Cuisinart multi purpose oven, and we'd be able to shower!
I wasn't in Birmingham then but I remember that one. It was my senior year of high school and we had a field trip there for a conference and it got cancelled and we were so upset lol
Have a check list to check batteries in emergency kit every 6 months. 2 weeks supply of medication. Glucose meter with extra strips if you have diabetes, but don't store in car. Keep on hand to grab when leaving the house.
My first video finding you and girllll do i love and need your motivation!! Thank you ♡♡♡ my go bags for my family include everything you mentioned but also change of clothes, some comfort items for my kids like coloring books and crayons, deck of playing cards, some candies, etc..also mine include copies of important documents like birth certificate, id, insurance info, etc. And paper maps of my local area, CASH!!!, the cash is super important in my opinion instead of card. Our bags have emergency mylar blankets, ponchos, extra socks, toilet paper, and some protection in the form of protection spray/,pocket knives just because you never know!!
I have a go bag for if I have to leave. I have a "get home bag" for the car. Additional things to get.... paper Map, comfy shoes, water, beef jerky, granola bars, compass, glow sticks, multi tool
getting a sm. suitcase w/ wheels may be better if you have health issues, back problems. DON'T FORGET MEDICATIONS. a power pack to charge devices, some are 10bucks. charging cords for the devices/adapters. try to get solar/usb powered everything. but if not, batteries. a sm. handheld fan, in the south for the summer...trust me. change of clothes, or at least undies. something to clean teeth, those dry swifty brushes no toothpaste needed. last summer's double whammy h. urricanes got me to reevaluate my bag. I have to repack it. CASH
Lord bless our family when it comes to prepare for relocating to country living, to be able to keep our distance who would try and convince our family to stay in the city and till God calls our name for safety when God has said to get out of the city because the rath of God is coming to the cities through the plagues in the last days.
Lord Jesus bless for in the five years that the Masons have started their garden we still do not have a rebilled our garden like we had in our other home, and we need your assistance to be able to keep up with the Masons family for salvation sak.
If anyone is on a tight budget, shop thrift store, they have backpacks all the time. I've gotten a camp stove, a giant life straw still in the box and plastic wrapped. Sleeping bags, winter boots (I live up north), and check camping isles in the winter. They clearance things like lanterns and flashlights. One flashlight that sold for over $60. Originally, I got $12. It has a seat belt cutter, flint fire starter, and window breaker on the end. I can't keep water in my car because it will freeze during the winter, but I never leave home without grabbing some even if I'm going to the grocery store a few miles away. Granola bars keep for a long time.
OK these are all great tips-thank you!
For my bugout bag I have hygiene products, first aid kit, lanterns, matches, propane stove, dish soap, cleaners, plastic ware, dominos, pots and pans, small speaker, charger and blocks clothes and extra shoes. Still working on it, need wound care products, propane, small cutting board, blankets, tent, heaters, water filters and definitely want solar panels and generators.
Hello this is my first time to your channel and I had to subscribe!
Welcome to my channel and thanks so much for subscribing! Love your suggestions especially the solar panel idea.
Something that's important and low cost is make copies of all of your important documents, passports, marriage license, divorce decrees, child custody, mortgage/rental papers, insurance, medical, keep one paper copy off site with a trusted out if state friend or relative, and an electric copy in the cloud or thumb drive.
Great video! I recommend Hot Hands- hand and feet warmers, extra feminine products, sanitizer, whistle, lighter, baby wipes, gloves, hats, socks, n95 mask, peanut butter crackers... just a few things I could think of for now❤
Oh these are great additions!
"I don't know how the Holy Spirit talks to you but he talks to me rough sometimes" lolololol!!!! Sameeeee lol😂 😅
Yes and yes! Lol but thank God for him speaking
Absolutely!!@@AGardenersJourneyHomestead
Good information Barbara. Don't forget to add a rainsuit, tools, a small tarp, and a mini cook stove like Sterno and Sterno stove. I also keep extra underwear, jogging pants and T-shirt in my bag. I am planning to add a small pop-up tent in case I can't find shelter and have to live or sleep outside.
Oh Barbara... toilet paper... I found toilet paper tabs on Amazon... they expand with a little water. Pack of 500...
What? Never heard of those-let me look up. So it is wet like a wipe?
Yep, I have those.
Ooooooo
Hi Barbara, great video!! I have the Tinkle Belle female urination device for me and a portable spill proof urinal for my husband. We also have portable toilet bags and pee powder to dump over it if we ever had to use it. Prayerfully, we never will. I believe they are used for cars and hiking. I purchased them from Amazon.
Ok thanks so much. I did not even know this existed.I will look this up!
Oh yeah, I forgot I had a portable toilet. It's small enough to put in your bag. I use a small crate to put my stuff in the back of my truck.
You'll be amazed at what you can find at Dollar Tree. I have always kept an overnight bag in my car. I do have two go bags by the door and a small box for my pets because when I ride they ride 😂
They also have like 100 item survival supply kits on Amazon that will periodically be $10-$15 that includes so many helpful things. Can opener. Tools. Paracords. First aid. Lots of stuff.
OK good to know-thanks for sharing!
I wish you were my neighbor..your encouraging and you have a glow always behind you.😇
Aww thank you -very sweet of you!
We have been buying sleeping bags and blankets recently along with sleeping bag warmers. We also keep extra toilet paper, water, emergency lantern, cute magnetic flaslights at dollar tree, flushable wipes etc. Time to make a go bag. Thx again Barbara
That is a good idea to purchase sleeping bags and warmers.
Costco sells Lifestraws in 3 or 4 packs. I bought a set a year ago. They still sell them.
Oh wow they do!! Good to know. Let me get that on my next Costco visit. Thanks for sharing that!
Great video! You're so real and loved listening to your story. After watching the LA fires, I decided to update my to-go bag (carry-on) with my important documents: birth certificate, social security card, covid card, medical info, passport, etc. I have photocopies of everything along with driver's license, medical and house/car insurance cards, and it's on my phone pics and emailed to myself under an emergency folder.
For me, important vital papers are a nightmare if lost.
I like those big blue insulated Trader Joe's bags to hold toiletries/extra clothes, meds, extra eyeglasses/sunglasses, extra battery chargers, plus other important irreplaceable sentimental small items.
Still adding other things to this. But if it can fit in my car, it's going with me. The goal is to fit my life in 4 suitcases if I need to evacuate pronto. The furniture and house can be replaced.
Thanks for stopping by-I appreciate your kind words and your wonderful suggestions!!
I always keep a bag for when we travel to Airbnbs for vacation. However, when we had to evacuate last minute for the hurricane, I realized just how much it was packing. I definitely need to do a go bag! Will start today.
Ok great-glad it inspired you!
Yes ma’am!…..keep a bag ready to go….then if you only have 10-15 minutes to evacuate, you can always start throwing the extra things in a duffel bag or container…..but at least you have your bag ready.
@@carolinagirl3110 Good point!
Blankets in the car; keep car gas tank full. Make sure heat or air in car is working…. Cash on hand …. Couple hundreds … small bills. (May not be able to get change…
Great tips!!
You're off to a good start.
I recommend if you have an extra flash drive - usually 16gb minimum works - use your local library to scan copies of any important documents (id cards, bank account information, birth certificates, marriage license, deeds, diplomas, et cetera), irreplaceable photographs, letters, recipes, and basically any information you want to keep safe.
I always recommend adding pure honey to a bag for medical purposes. It can also double as a sweet treat if needed, but it's such a great antibiotic.
Something for comfort and entertainment. Boredom can make any disaster so much worse especially if you have kids. A coloring/puzzle book or card game can go a long way. Each kid bag should have at least one comfort item- a plush or blanket or toy. It doesn't hurt for the adults to have one either....
Always have a set of smalls and socks. Even if you can't fit a whole outfit, clean smalls can be such a relief.
There are other things that come to mind, but most are personal preference. The above I would recommend to anyone and everyone.
Yes, I have had this mindset as someone living in the South. However, the snowmageddon you mentioned has given me pause. I am praying for everyone impacted by the California wildfires. There is a winter weather warning for Georgia tomorrow. I pray that everyone remains safe and sound.
Yes me too! We have a winter storm warning as well.
Absolutely!! on more than one occasion this has happened to me because I always seemed to listen to my kids and I know I should know better. They are grown but they don’t know about certain things. I just stumbled across your channel. Thank you for doing this video, bags are so important. Now I live in Florida so due to hurricanes I always have food and water, but my cars have never been prepared for being stuck at work, so this is now what I’m working on.
I am glad you stopped by my channel!
You can buy many of you emergency kits items at your local dollar and discount stores in your communities. Ms. Barbara you are right because I though I had no more table salt in the house, in my storage and I found some in the bathroom, then I said to the Lord and when this one container runs out then what the Lord said to me use pink salt and the next time you go to the store buy some more at the one of the dolor stores to restock you back up.
Hey Mrs. Barbara!! Love this video, I would add a high visibility shirt, jacket or vest. I am planning to get one definitely to keep in my vehicle.
Great add!! Thanks for sharing.
Just had an emergency event here ice and snowed in. So many lost power fortunately we didn't but we were able to help others. I keep solar garden lights and battery fairy lights on hand at all times,generator, I but water in my empty canning jars, candles available, lots of shelf stable food etc. I was much more at ease knowing we had what we needed. Now to get my kids and grandkids more prepared
That is fantastic!
Been there. Wholly unprepared for an emergency. But learned real quick.
Yes those lessons can be the greatest teacher.
Food! In a separate bag, of course
Get a paper map of your area. Mark the street of people that you know and would be safe to be there. Also mark the streets of where you know would be unsafe. We depend on roads and gps way too much. Think about if you had to leave your vehicle and a main road. Could you find your way through the woods or around a river or lake? Learn to use a compass and keep one in your bag. It may come in handy to have copies of your important papers... drivers license, SS card, birth certificate etc. **Edited to add* a thick large trash bag, duct tape, a pocket knife and 50' of paracord. This can keep you warm and dry among other uses.
Oh that is some good stuff! You are so right on GPS dependency!
18:00 is where the video starts
Yes sister it happen to me too!!! 💕
Good morning Barbara, this is good for everyone. Emergency Preparedness is for everyone. This a great subject we all must start somewhere. Thank you
Thanks for the affirmation. I agree we all should be prepared.
Welcome to New York, I lived in Montgomery for @ 2 years, and it snowed there. I thought it was petty comparatively, but I do understand.
Oh yes you are right -Montgomery would be petty compared to NY snow lol. It takes nothing for the South to shut down with snow because we get it so infrequently.
I have mine ready.I just don't leave it in the car.our summers are brutal, and I like to tuck snacks in mine.Thanks for the heads up
It is great you have one ready to go!
@AGardenersJourneyHomestead 😊
Girl, yes….get that emergency bag ready!!!!!….I started putting mine together about 2 yrs ago and I feel so good knowing that I have them….I keep one in my car (to get home) which would have helped in your situation and then my go bag at home with a little more items and household documents sealed in a waterproof/fireproof bag….you can also keep a bag in your office…..BAGS EVERYWHERE! 😂
*Things I would recommend for others to keep in your vehicle…..
a pair of sneakers (with socks) ….a small toiletry bag (go to dollar tree for your items)….toilet tissue/wipes….heavy duty trash bags (and we all have tons of grocery bags at home - so keep a few of those for different uses)….change of clothes (in winter: beanie, gloves, scarf, thermal underwear, wool socks, ear muffs, emergency blanket and wool blanket, hot hands, etc)….first aid kit/pharmacy….water in an insulated container because it keeps longer than plastic water bottles….food/snacks/hard candy….deck of cards.
Great video….thanks for sharing!
Great additions!!
This was very helpful Barbara. I started preparing for unusual situations during Covid. I’m an avid student of emergency preparedness videos too. This is one of the greats! Your story, the sharing of the items in your box, the ideas for making purchases realistically, and for inviting the viewers to share their stories and preparation experiences. All of that😊!
Thanks so much-I am glad it was helpful.
Always practice your preps. So try out the life straw so you know how to work it when it’s time.
As you collect items keep them in the car if that’s what you are prepping so if something happens at least you have something with you
For cars I would add a glass breaker. They are inexpensive but can come in very handy in emergency of car crash. It should come with seatbelt cutter too.
Great content.
Omg I never thought about trying it out-thanks for that tip as well as the tips of glass breaker and seatbelt cutter. Invaluable!
@ yes I learned the hard way lol. I used to practice fire drills at home in middle of night when my kids were younger. They grown now. So glad to see women of color doing these videos. Thank you so much.
Great video Barbara ❤
Thank you!
Love all these comments and I do feel urgent need to get started. I love the water purification straws.
Thanks and yes I think the straws are great too. I understand and feel the urgency too!
Being an outdoor person, I have everything but the life straw. . You can also use a little bleach to drink stuff if you don't have a straw. I didn't hear you say battery jumper cables for your car to keep the battery charge. Great job.
Thanks! You can use bleach? Did not know that.
😂 it takes a few time to get yelled at by the holly spirit, I’m right there with you.
Listennnn-that is 100% correct. It gets my attention. LOL
Thank you Barbara. That’s one of my project ‘s too. My two go bags are too heavy for me to lift. I know I’m outrageous😮. Can’t lift or get them to the car. Too much stuff. Got to get myself together soon. Thx
For caring and sharing
Well I am glad you got them! But what all do you have in there?
@@AGardenersJourneyHomestead
I have extra socks, underwear, deodorant, wash cloth, toothbrush,
Sm toothpaste, soap, camping collapsible cup & bowl, lighter, can opener, pocket knife w/bottle opener, life straw, small peanut butter, crackers
Plastic fork, knife, sm water bottle
Bandages, little direction thingy (NSEW) emergency silver blanket
Looks like foil. Baby wipes, flashlight
Etc. Tylenol, lighter etc.etc. T-shirt
@@cynthiafreeman3022 Ok those are all good things!
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Difficult for me to lift. That’s just bag number 1. I also have a sleeping bag & blanket in my car. 🚗
Yes! I say it all the time until it hits the fan.
Very true!
Hi Barbara... I have a small folder with utility statements, some blank checks, credit card info, passwords. Also have solar rechargeable flashlights,
and solar radio. In power outages we use solar garden lights for every room in the house. Living in WA. we have to prepare for fires in the
summer and long power outages every month. With no power having a well, you have no water. Store water. With no power no atm, have cash, small bills and as much as you think you'll need for at least a week. (food, gas, hotels, barter) Thx. for all of your tips,
love to you and the family. Sue Uttech...
All great ideas and tips! I never thought about using solar garden lights.
Thank you for sharing! God has been dealing with me on another year passing and not being as prepared as I should when it comes to my food preservation.
You are welcome! I pray you move forward this year and take steps towards your goal.
Thanks for making this. We all need more preparedness. You are getting great additions and tips here in comments. I just wanted to mention, in relation to keeping some medical supplies in your high tunnel, that you may want to keep just a couple of the most likely to be useful items rather than a whole kit, as temperatures in a high tunnel will degrade the items far faster than in a temperature controlled home. Amazon has some small empty bags in colors and insignia making them instantly recognizable as med bags, that you can set up with what you might need out there and refill as needed. They also have refill kits(many configurations) of just supplies and medicines because those things expire usually within about 2 years. I know this because I was looking at them yesterday, and adding things to the cart. 😁 I am great at ordering stuff, but less great with organizing it! I am confident we will all get it together, and be much better able to handle what comes along.
Thanks for this tip! Send me the links in my email if you still have them for what you found at Amazon or drop it here!
Cash on hand in case the systems are down. Small bills and change
Yes good point!
I have some items. I need to get more. Thank you sharing great info.
You are welcome!
I need to better organize my emergency stuff. However, I always have a urinal in my car for emergency.
Really? Do you have a link or where do you get it?
I just had a wheel on my rolling backpack repaired in anticipation of preparing a go bag. Disasters are few and far between in my area of the Northeast, but anything is possible. A few years back, I went to Staples to pick up some printer ink. There was barely a cloud in the sky. When I left the store, there were a few snow flurries coming down. By the time I jumped in my car, it had gotten crazy. It took me 6 hours to make a 20 minute trip. The entire city was shut down by ice 🧊 and snow. And we're used to both!
Wow unbelievable!!
One thing I also do is make sure : my purse (with the wallet and keys in it) is in whatever room I’m in so it can leave with me 😉 and I have an outfit ready to throw on (usually a pair of joggers and T-shirt)….I always have a pair of shoes and a jacket in my entryway closet that I can grab on the way out….unfortunately, you see so many people on the news leaving out with just their night clothes and no coat or shoes. 😢
Great tips and you are so right on people leaving in their PJs-somehow the news people always those and puts them on TV🙂
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Thank you for sharing! You made me laugh even though I know it was serious at the time! I'm going to pledge to get something in my car by the end of this month
LOL while it was happening it was serious! Great goal!!
Yes!
I'm a fan of headlamps. Need boots, gloves, hat, coat and blanket
Yes headlamps are definitely convenient!
My story is that about 22 years ago, we had a storm that was called Superstorm Sandy. It left us without power for 10 days! Thankfully, it was in the month of October, so it wasn't cold. But we didn't have a generator at that time and couldn't get one because the stores ran out. But you can be sure that as soon as they became available, we went out and got the most basic generator we could afford. It won't power up the house, but I will be able to use my Cuisinart multi purpose oven, and we'd be able to shower!
Wow! 10 days! That is scary. I am so glad that you were able to get a generator.
I know what you saying Bob , survived the blizzard of Birmingham 93! 🥶
I wasn't in Birmingham then but I remember that one. It was my senior year of high school and we had a field trip there for a conference and it got cancelled and we were so upset lol
Have a check list to check batteries in emergency kit every 6 months. 2 weeks supply of medication. Glucose meter with extra strips if you have diabetes, but don't store in car. Keep on hand to grab when leaving the house.
Great tip on checking the batteries! Thanks Trinette!
My first video finding you and girllll do i love and need your motivation!! Thank you ♡♡♡ my go bags for my family include everything you mentioned but also change of clothes, some comfort items for my kids like coloring books and crayons, deck of playing cards, some candies, etc..also mine include copies of important documents like birth certificate, id, insurance info, etc. And paper maps of my local area, CASH!!!, the cash is super important in my opinion instead of card. Our bags have emergency mylar blankets, ponchos, extra socks, toilet paper, and some protection in the form of protection spray/,pocket knives just because you never know!!
That sounds like a great packed bag! Do you use a bookbag or duffel bag of some sort? And welcome to my channel!
I use a hiking backpack that has nice padded straps and the straps that wrap around the waist too
@@sarahlynne4528 Ok great. I need to get me one of those.
I have a go bag for if I have to leave. I have a "get home bag" for the car. Additional things to get.... paper Map, comfy shoes, water, beef jerky, granola bars, compass, glow sticks, multi tool
Great additions!
Girl!! You better get your stuff in order… lol
Yes for sure!
An extra pair of socks, toothbrush and toothpaste
Great add!
It’s better to have it and not need, than to need it and not have it.
So true!!
My name is Ryan I'm a prepper and survivalist
Awesome! Please add any items you think should be on the list.
getting a sm. suitcase w/ wheels may be better if you have health issues, back problems. DON'T FORGET MEDICATIONS. a power pack to charge devices, some are 10bucks. charging cords for the devices/adapters. try to get solar/usb powered everything. but if not, batteries. a sm. handheld fan, in the south for the summer...trust me. change of clothes, or at least undies. something to clean teeth, those dry swifty brushes no toothpaste needed. last summer's double whammy h. urricanes got me to reevaluate my bag. I have to repack it. CASH
Lord bless our family when it comes to prepare for relocating to country living, to be able to keep our distance who would try and convince our family to stay in the city and till God calls our name for safety when God has said to get out of the city because the rath of God is coming to the cities through the plagues in the last days.
Lord Jesus bless for in the five years that the Masons have started their garden we still do not have a rebilled our garden like we had in our other home, and we need your assistance to be able to keep up with the Masons family for salvation sak.
Yes. Or start and don’t complete it!🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽
Yes I understand. I hope this motivates you to start again today.
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