The First $1000 a New Prepper Should Spend

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  • Опубликовано: 6 май 2024
  • This video covers the first $1000 that new preppers should spend. The items mentioned in this video will help you get ready for many disaster situations.
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  • @diypreppertv
    @diypreppertv  Год назад +57

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    Butane Stove: amzn.to/3YFOcVA (affiliate link)
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    • @AJK278
      @AJK278 Год назад +2

      Thank you!

    • @spunkydoo5112
      @spunkydoo5112 Год назад +1

      THANK YOU ALWAYS MANY BLESSINGS FOR YOUR INTEL!!!🇺🇲💯🌍🇺🇸🙏⚔️

    • @MS-jd9tl
      @MS-jd9tl Год назад

      Moo kip

    • @maryjowinfrey4589
      @maryjowinfrey4589 4 месяца назад

      Thank you JR!

  • @roadsidecamper
    @roadsidecamper Год назад +617

    I see people emphasize food but just as important are storage bins or 5g buckets to put them in. I lost about 2 months worth of oatmeal and 3 gallons of water because one mouse. It actually chewed through the plastics.

    • @diypreppertv
      @diypreppertv  Год назад +77

      Yep. Rodents can really mess things up.

    • @noahbailey4696
      @noahbailey4696 Год назад +161

      Take your two months of bad oatmeal and feed it to a local ally cat..... He will then hang around more often and deter those mice...

    • @lovly2cu725
      @lovly2cu725 Год назад +75

      THEY CHEW THRU PLASTIC BINS TOO

    • @stargazer4625
      @stargazer4625 Год назад +65

      Yeh. But if It was do or die. I would save what is left of the oatmeal and pick out the rodent droppings. People unknowingly eat around 2lbs of bugs and rat feces from food each year anyways. Plus a cat might be handy

    • @kt11540
      @kt11540 Год назад +65

      If you take some walnuts and some mushrooms and put them in a blender with taco seasoning... It tastes exactly like ground beef and would make a great substitution during a hard time... A lot of the food pantries giving away free dry foods and you can also get a lot of seeds down at the dollar store.

  • @efzapp5457
    @efzapp5457 9 месяцев назад +133

    For washing dishes, pots and pans, etc. use white vinegar. Just put it in a spray bottle & wipe. It will cut through grease and clean your kitchen things. No need to rinse because it is edible. Once it dries it will not be noticeable when you use them next time. No water necessary. That's what I use when camping.

    • @audreydoyle5268
      @audreydoyle5268 8 месяцев назад +15

      Vinegar is also good for diluting shampoo, no conditioner necessary because it will soften your hair. Works well as a cheaper alternative to fabric softener too. Don't get why people don't use it more

    • @user-oe6wq7pu8d
      @user-oe6wq7pu8d 5 месяцев назад +3

      No dear TO CLEAN AND SANATIZE USE BLEACH!

    • @davejackson5597
      @davejackson5597 3 месяца назад

      Thank you. 1 idea I overlooked

    • @RandoPandaSmiles
      @RandoPandaSmiles 3 месяца назад +11

      Vinegar has an indefinite shelf life too. Good cleaner.

    • @catalhuyuk7
      @catalhuyuk7 3 месяца назад +4

      Vinegar and baking soda are supreme cleaners.
      I had a problem with my vehicle brake system and they coated my hubcaps with an incredible disgusting film. I tried everything the “experts” suggested. I got fed up and sprayed them with straight vinegar, let it sit for a few minutes and then took an old toothbrush to them. I wouldn’t be telling you about it if it was ineffective.

  • @PlainJane48
    @PlainJane48 Год назад +129

    Reuse your empty glass jars to store dry food. They are free and will keep rodents and bugs out.

    • @nyekijudit6272
      @nyekijudit6272 Год назад +1

      That is what I do, 😀

    • @commiesnzombies
      @commiesnzombies 5 месяцев назад +1

      anyone know if mothball fumes in a sealed food bucket would contaminate the food and water

    • @itsnotthesamething
      @itsnotthesamething 2 месяца назад

      And if you have glass jars that are not in use, store water in them. Just use an already used lid to cap them. Then if you get ready to use them again, just dump the water on a plant, and dry the jar.

    • @BUHNANUHBREAD
      @BUHNANUHBREAD Месяц назад

      I use them for tea lite candles. Really brightens up well.

  • @stephenboggs81
    @stephenboggs81 Год назад +293

    Solar yard lights are easy to use during a power outage. They look great in a walkway and are easy to bring inside during power outages

    • @felinespirits
      @felinespirits Год назад +12

      Honestly, I've been testing solar lights around the house just to cut back on the rising electric bill. One of those single bulb solar tent lights with the panel in the window lights up my bathroom most nights. Have a solar shop-light (panel in a window) hung by my circuit panel box for use in emergencies. They are much easier and better than flashlights.

    • @stephenboggs81
      @stephenboggs81 Год назад +7

      We got the disc lights from Sam’s and they are easy to gather up if there’s a need. They even have on/off switches and store for a couple of months if needed.

    • @truthbetold7838
      @truthbetold7838 Год назад +5

      Thats exactly what I do for the storms and hurricanes hear in Florida. I also have from the dollar store these awesome small lanterns that are really bright but use batteries. Also, from that same store I bought these small bendy desk lamps that I love work really well. During the hurricanes I also use those flameless candles and the Christmas candles that you use a night light bulb in but also uses batteries. The glow sticks work well also. Those are just some ideas for you all that i use at night if the power should go out and need light.

    • @kerryeberrie6587
      @kerryeberrie6587 Год назад +14

      Low light may be even more necessary when the SHTF and others are ranging along the streets looking for food/supplies

    • @katilove618
      @katilove618 Год назад +18

      Be careful about using a lot of light it will make you a target to looters

  • @3six967
    @3six967 Год назад +526

    May I humbly suggest 2 items for this list. They were instrumental in my time living outdoors (not by choice).
    Baby wipes.
    Hand warmers.
    The baby wipes are AMAZING if showers/water is an issue.
    And Hand warmers and a sleeping bag got me thru a winter in a tent, they were quite literally life saving. I used 2 at a time, and changed them out once a night, depending on how cold it was.
    Thank you for the video and ideas in the comments. Hope these suggestions may help someone. Everyone be well, tough times ahead.

    • @diypreppertv
      @diypreppertv  Год назад +14

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @midwestern925
      @midwestern925 Год назад +16

      Sleeping in my car I used these too!!

    • @lovly2cu725
      @lovly2cu725 Год назад +10

      WET WIPES DO DRY OUT

    • @midwestern925
      @midwestern925 Год назад +32

      @@lovly2cu725 I just add some rubbing alcohol to the package again and good as new

    • @rayberger2694
      @rayberger2694 Год назад +32

      Baby wipes are a must, They make life without electric power much more tolerable. I chose to go with the old hot water bottle, it can be worn around the neck (On the chest area) during the day or evening and then taken to bed at night, I just use the same water in it over and over again.

  • @Animal3Lover3
    @Animal3Lover3 5 месяцев назад +79

    I know it seems odd but books are part of my prep... I have books on everything from Bushcraft to foraging and basic healthcare options. If you don't know something books are a good option if the power is out

    • @patriciatinkey2677
      @patriciatinkey2677 3 месяца назад +8

      Not odd at all! Books need no power to stay usable, can educate, entertain, & comfort. I've got hundreds.

    • @Fido-vm9zi
      @Fido-vm9zi 3 месяца назад +2

      Great idea!

    • @catalhuyuk7
      @catalhuyuk7 3 месяца назад +3

      @@patriciatinkey2677
      … and absolutely worst case scenario, you can burn them. I love books so it’d have to be a devastating situation.

    • @ladyprepper7987
      @ladyprepper7987 3 месяца назад +8

      Agree! I have a variety of how-to books. All from the thrift store: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, boyscout handbook, medical/first aid, foraging, pet care, animal husbandry, gardening, canning, meat butchering and dry preservation, etc.

    • @scottwhitcher265
      @scottwhitcher265 3 месяца назад +5

      @animal3lover3
      Books are a smart move. The old cell phone and laptop won't be much use when the shtf!

  • @francinebowman990
    @francinebowman990 Год назад +21

    Wasp spray range is 25 feet, then use a cast iron skillet if needed!

  • @lusnorthernhome3410
    @lusnorthernhome3410 Год назад +40

    Canned soups are good you can add pastas, rice, veggies to them to stretch them.

  • @willyjimmy8881
    @willyjimmy8881 3 месяца назад +16

    Best thing a prepper can do is pay attention. Situational awareness is the most valuable asset you can have regardless of whatever event you're prepping for.

  • @TinyGoHomes
    @TinyGoHomes Месяц назад +3

    I don’t know a single person personally that is more prepared than me. I think I’ve got 60k into prep items in 4 years. That includes my tiny home trailer, my hummer, my enduro bike and my Honda car. Each was purchased with preparation in mind. The hummer pulls my tiny home, the bike fits on the back of the tiny home and the car allows me to work from no where’s ville. My plan is to finish mine and then build more for other people. Tiny home life has changed me forever. I’m officially in my second year full timing tiny home life.

  • @robertfoster3114
    @robertfoster3114 Год назад +84

    I'm a British guy and have focused on channels off this material from England.. but this man has very gd knowledge..I like his style and his info is spot on! Carry on the gd work m8!

  • @deltacompany2003
    @deltacompany2003 Год назад +149

    I always always always suggest that people have at least 1 to 2 air rifles in their prepper stash. They are so overlooked it's insane. These air rifles today, are for the most part way less expensive than real firearms. Ammo is less expensive and quantity-to-price is better. They're quieter. Many calibers to choose from. And they're great to teach the young ones how to hunt

    • @MaggieValera
      @MaggieValera Год назад +11

      I have a firearm, but I also have a crossbow pistol, with both regular bolts and broadhead. Unlike the 9mm, I can retrieve and reuse them.

    • @dianaklien1560
      @dianaklien1560 Год назад +9

      I believe pellet or bb guns are more useful than air rifle. Edit: I was thinking air SOFT rifle when reading air rifle. Oops!

    • @MaggieValera
      @MaggieValera Год назад +15

      @@dianaklien1560 My ex bought a pellet gun, fired it twice. The second shot got caught in the barrel and was never able to be used again. There's no chance of that happening with a BB gun, and believe it or not you can buy a speed loader for a BB gun.
      Of course, care must be taken, or
      🎶 you'll shoot your eye out 🎶

    • @dead2802
      @dead2802 Год назад +3

      @@MaggieValera Oh No! Miss Shields got to my mom!

    • @cynthiabyron4536
      @cynthiabyron4536 Год назад +14

      I bought my family wrist rockets and a small bag of ball bearings to have in their BOBs. Those are overlooked, easy to use, and quite effective.

  • @kateeaster9649
    @kateeaster9649 Год назад +12

    Cat litter containers hold 4 gallons, give or take, of water. This is helpful for flushing toilets or watering gardens. Well cleaned they're good for hauling water to animals.

  • @electroclassics
    @electroclassics Год назад +46

    TIP- keep large empty laundry containers… don’t wash off the soap.. fill it. Then you have water and soap to wash things around.

    • @mrmicro22
      @mrmicro22 Год назад +8

      Label as soapy water. You can wash and flush with it.

    • @customer5032
      @customer5032 Год назад +2

      Yup, I do this too! I also keep the large liquid hand soap refill bottles, which I refill with water for the same purpose...

    • @ExceptTin
      @ExceptTin Месяц назад +1

      Soapy water can get moldy, so be careful.

    • @bobdelano6746
      @bobdelano6746 Месяц назад

      And for flushing a toilet as needed, not every time its used

    • @bobdelano6746
      @bobdelano6746 Месяц назад

      ​@@ExceptTin thats for toilet flushing bottles then

  • @fredw1984
    @fredw1984 3 месяца назад +21

    My #1
    Hard copy books. Under $20 Knowledge and entertainment in grid down scenarios. Encyclopedia of Country Living covers a lot. Foraging books with pictures. First aid books. Anything that can be multi generational and home schooling assistance.

  • @alanseran6944
    @alanseran6944 Год назад +9

    Don't forget the T.P!...garbage bags, batteries, bic lighters, pet food & candy/snacks for the kiddos and oh yea..meds and/or feminine products, hand sanitizer

  • @guyward3928
    @guyward3928 4 месяца назад +27

    I have been prepping for years now I just thought I would listen to this. I am impressed. You explained everything very well and you didn’t try to scare people like I see others doing. Thank you for that. I will probably check out some more of your videos.

  • @YaboiFreshMemes
    @YaboiFreshMemes Год назад +29

    after going through a major hurricane last fall the butane stove was a life saver when there was no power for days really glad we had it

  • @witchysam4273
    @witchysam4273 Год назад +23

    Something that can be very handy are glow in the dark pens. Great for power outages.

  • @ericarnaud7983
    @ericarnaud7983 Год назад +48

    Good video Jr. I would add to get hard copies of important papers..in this world of electronics, many people keep things on their phone or in the cloud or equivalent. If communications go down, you will have access to important papers. 👍

  • @henrypierce8010
    @henrypierce8010 Год назад +13

    The only thing I see missing is storing electronics in Faraday cages including a short wave or portable ham radio.

    • @mares4636
      @mares4636 11 месяцев назад

      Don't forget batteries.

  • @zaylonjustice
    @zaylonjustice Год назад +24

    I recently went to an antique shop and found a beautiful old bit brace hand drill. Keep your eyes open!

    • @diypreppertv
      @diypreppertv  Год назад +5

      I got mine at a garage sale. The set had a very nice brace and several bits for around 20 or 25 dollars.

    • @Junzar56
      @Junzar56 Год назад +3

      Smart! I have been picking up non- electric food prep items at thrift shops, yard sales. Found a great meat grinder this summer!

    • @weepair2
      @weepair2 Год назад

      I feel bereft, I don't even know what a bit brace is. Does it have hair on it?

    • @zaylonjustice
      @zaylonjustice Год назад +1

      @ricky mandoo It's the wonderful tool in Prepper's logo. You can put all sorts of bits in it, but mainly for drilling in my experience.

  • @tomc236
    @tomc236 Год назад +18

    The Taurus G3 and G3C pistols are 1/2 the price of a Glock and work just as effectively and are just as reliable. I'm on a fixed income and I still managed to buy one of each. Some very good deals on bulk ammo can be found on line, you just need to shop around.

  • @costaricasbestguide9906
    @costaricasbestguide9906 Год назад +15

    A basic first aid kit would be a good item to include along with those over the counter meds.

  • @peterjones3226
    @peterjones3226 Год назад +8

    20 lb LP cylinder. LP Buddy Heater. LP camp stove on a 20lb cylinder. You can cook your food for well over a month. You can heat a blocked-off room in your house and not freeze to death for over a week. When many people throw out their barbecue grills they leave the lp tank with it collect five or six of those and you'll save yourself a huge core charge

  • @calliepieters3446
    @calliepieters3446 Год назад +13

    Attention. If you plan on Sheltering in place, which many will have to do if they don't have a safe sheltered bug out location.
    YOU MUST GET A 55 gallon plastic drum of Water in the HOUSE !! along with at least 30 days of Food. In the first 24 hours the power, in the next 48 hours the Water, and in the next 72 hours WAL MART IS EMPTY !! In one week Hungry and thirsty people will do desperate things !! Will you be ready ??

    • @KamenDesantis
      @KamenDesantis Год назад +8

      Bear in mind 55 gallons of water will weigh 460 lbs. Forget moving that thing while full, and be sure its on something that can handle the weight. I've seen them break through floors people thought were sturdy. Multiple smaller containers would likely be a better way to go with this.

    • @scott1395
      @scott1395 5 месяцев назад

      Water weighs around 8 lbs per gallon!

  • @jdeidiker
    @jdeidiker Год назад +51

    I like Prego pasta sauce since it comes in a glass jar. It removes any potential of metal touching the food and the jars can be reused.

    • @dessebasey2750
      @dessebasey2750 Год назад +6

      That was my on the list for my first big prep. 6 mths of prego is 36 jars for my family. Not only for spaghetti based meals, but soups, stews and casseroles.

    • @carolinaprepper6603
      @carolinaprepper6603 Год назад +1

      great ideas. pasta sauce and salsa in glass jars . always keep jars. prep on

    • @robp9696
      @robp9696 Год назад +1

      Yes, can even reuse the glass jar in a canning or dry canning process in the future.

    • @fladave99
      @fladave99 Год назад +14

      Caps are metal but I see your point. I have been eating mayo and sauce 2 years past ex date and its fine. Mayo separates but I just pour off the oil and mix it in my 5 year old tuna.
      Rather find out now while ambulances are still running.

    • @YouFellForTheBait
      @YouFellForTheBait Год назад +4

      @@fladave99 I love that mentality haha. Use that healthcare while we can right

  • @swatterbirdwatts6680
    @swatterbirdwatts6680 Год назад +14

    I'm right in the middle of an Amish Colonie. I'm good. The Amish are the ultimate survivors. 👌

    • @joshrandall3632
      @joshrandall3632 4 месяца назад

      Keep thinking that. They are just like the inner city homeless. They rely on the English more than you think and they'll take what they need from you without batting an eye. Good luck.

  • @stealmysunshine
    @stealmysunshine 3 месяца назад

    Thanks man. I've just found your channel and I like how clear and straightforward you are. From a new prepper inn the UK

  • @maryjr3857
    @maryjr3857 Год назад +13

    Water comes first. You can't survive as long without it.

  • @ricardolozano2294
    @ricardolozano2294 3 месяца назад +1

    Nicely done. Good advice for a beginner. I agree with your recommendations.

  • @curtisbolen2076
    @curtisbolen2076 Год назад +15

    Don't forget about scissors and something to sharpen them.

  • @redeemedbygrace9236
    @redeemedbygrace9236 Год назад +16

    If you have an old microwave that you don't need, it makes a good emp shield for your electronics. However, after an E.M.P. you probably won't get power back for 3-4 years.

    • @genegaede3602
      @genegaede3602 Год назад +4

      Um no it doesn't..put a cell phone in it and then text it it will get the text so emp will also go through

    • @bringsdogtowork
      @bringsdogtowork Год назад +2

      Microwave ovens will block large wavelength low frequency waves, like microwaves & AM radio waves ~1000 kiloHz. Ovens will not block the higher frequencies (megaHz to gigaHz) used by cell phones. However, cell phones might survive OK because of their small antennaes (if not plugged in during the blast.) But the cell towers will be down lol

    • @timtimini7641
      @timtimini7641 2 месяца назад

      Haha, "Muh Crypto will be valuable after an emp..."

  • @freedomfighter7693
    @freedomfighter7693 Год назад +1

    Excellent Video. I have been preparing for awhile & there are things you mentioned were very insightful. Thanks for sharing your ideas.

  • @brplatten1273
    @brplatten1273 Год назад +23

    I have been preparing for years now and most of the things you have shown in this video I've had for years thank God I was a poor kid because I'm pretty much ready but thank you for the reminders

  • @bruce8162
    @bruce8162 Год назад +9

    LOTS of good information. A lot of us know most of this but others are just starting and I still learned. Thank you.

  • @happycamper00blake
    @happycamper00blake 8 месяцев назад +15

    When it comes to the butane stove don't use any cookware that hangs over the side of the stove/ butane can. It will heat up the can and explode! Use camping cookware not regular cookware!
    Just a friendly tip😊

    • @mamabear1324
      @mamabear1324 5 месяцев назад +2

      I am about to buy one thank you for the advice I would not have thought of that.

  • @millicentb.5823
    @millicentb.5823 Год назад +13

    Excellent condensed version on what to prep! Thank you so much!

  • @steveblog1
    @steveblog1 Год назад +2

    Your videos are excellent. Your delivery is great and the content is so useful. Thank you.

  • @thedaddechannel
    @thedaddechannel Год назад +27

    Notice: It's (always) later than you think. Your times may vary. Pretty late to be buying your first gun. If the next balloon is three... It's always smart to be ready for an emergency, but living on after an EMP is something you wouldn't want to live thru. Best to keep your focus on Jesus ASAP if you want to be 'ready'.

    • @ryantrumble4433
      @ryantrumble4433 Год назад +2

      Humans have lived thousands of years without electricity. Will be tough? Yes, Man up

    • @wademesser1346
      @wademesser1346 Год назад

      'Jesus' won't help you.

    • @thedaddechannel
      @thedaddechannel Год назад +5

      @@wademesser1346 Well, he may not help you.

  • @concernedpatriot.2221
    @concernedpatriot.2221 Год назад +25

    I bought collapsible water barrels for my water storage. The collapse very small and I store them in my garage. Each one is 100 gallons. I think they’re like 40.00 bucks each on E-Bay. Also “ water bobs “ are great for water storage, they sit in your bath tubs. I have three full bathrooms in my house so I have two of them. I can store 500 gallons of water in under 30 minutes.

    • @kimruff6081
      @kimruff6081 Год назад +2

      Thanks for the information 💪

    • @customer5032
      @customer5032 Год назад +1

      Yes, Water Bobs are awesome! 👍

  • @OldeEnglishful
    @OldeEnglishful 2 месяца назад

    Great video, brother. This gave me a few ideas. Thank you!

  • @joshuaslokum36
    @joshuaslokum36 Год назад

    Great advice. Thank you.

  • @joetrzcinski943
    @joetrzcinski943 Год назад

    God Bless all. Thank you for your great video.

  • @KamenDesantis
    @KamenDesantis Год назад +16

    Have fire extinguishers and CO detectors before you light either of those stoves.
    Lentils are easier to cook and sprout than beans.
    Old fashioned rubber hot water bottles mean if you can heat water, you can sleep toasty.
    A mylar space blanket below your mattress, and good blankets, mean you can sleep toasty in a blizzard without burning fuel.
    A pellet rifle or crossbow will put small game on the plate, and deter intruders at a fraction of the cost, red tape, and noise of a firearm.
    Learn what nature provides for free. Learn your growing zone and what, when, and how to plant. Topo maps, local water sources, relevant industry and history that may contaminate it and how to make it safe. A Sawyer is good but wont take out arsenic from mining.
    And remember, no man, family, or house is an island. Friends you can trust and split skills and workload with are worth several times their weight in any other preps.

    • @lyndarina9839
      @lyndarina9839 Год назад +1

      KamenDesantis, great information. Thanks.

  • @rayberger2694
    @rayberger2694 Год назад +63

    I made some oatmeal bars today, Only a few ingredients, Quick oats, self-rising flour, some NIDO instant milk a little sugar and some cooking oil and water. Baked them for about 30 minutes in my Camp Chef outdoor oven that I use as my indoor oven, I have been trying to come up with a food bar that is not like hard tack and not like a cookie but something in between, I am very happy now with my Oatmeal bar and have stocked up on the food items I need to make them.

    • @TheMargo420
      @TheMargo420 Год назад +3

      What is your recipe? Please

    • @rayberger2694
      @rayberger2694 Год назад +17

      @@TheMargo420 quick oats 1- cup
      Self Rising flour 1/2 cup
      Nido instant milk 1/4 cup
      Sugar 1/4 cup
      vegitable oil 2 Table spoons
      water about 1/2 cup
      I added some walnuts, then just mix together and
      bake for about 30 minutes watching to see the edges of the cookie bars turn brown, at about 375 degrees.
      I divided them up into six parts.

    • @rayberger2694
      @rayberger2694 Год назад +6

      @@TheMargo420 Keep in mind this is a single mans recipe. Ha ha ha,

    • @TheMargo420
      @TheMargo420 Год назад +3

      @@rayberger2694 Thanks sounds delicious! My late husband made muffins similar to this. He used Crusteaz mix. Yummy Printing it now.

    • @TheMargo420
      @TheMargo420 Год назад +4

      @@rayberger2694 Perfect size for me! Fate....I will not starve now.

  • @mrf5347
    @mrf5347 Год назад +6

    Thanks!
    Very good rundown of basic needs!
    Get ready, Stay Ready
    God Bless

  • @katd114
    @katd114 Месяц назад

    Excellent video! Thanks for sharing it.

  • @skipdog9912
    @skipdog9912 Год назад +1

    Man…. Great video, great information, and more importantly, great presentation!

  • @clarkkent4991
    @clarkkent4991 2 месяца назад

    Excellent! Health is everything folks.

  • @supergg07
    @supergg07 Год назад +73

    I really enjoy your videos. I am totally blind. I live by myself with two dogs and one is my guide dog so our best bet is to stay home. I have been stocking stuff up for me and my dogs and also for extra for just in case, a family member need some help. The only thing I worry about is my medicine because I am a diabetic and I also have chronic kidney disease to.

    • @PatriotinArms
      @PatriotinArms Год назад +10

      Best of luck to you.

    • @nictheintrovert2475
      @nictheintrovert2475 Год назад +10

      Love, hugs and the best of moral support and more xxx

    • @PLeejo
      @PLeejo Год назад +11

      Wow. You are awesome!

    • @jc10907Sealy
      @jc10907Sealy Год назад +11

      Sandra you are an inspiration I’m praying for you! 🙏

    • @russelder9743
      @russelder9743 Год назад +5

      Hang tough stay safe...your doing the best you can and thats all you can do...just keep up the good work...God Bless

  • @lizcarter6938
    @lizcarter6938 Год назад +45

    two tips hopefully someone will find useful.... I re-purpose my square plastic laundry soap containers. once empty I clean out thoroughly and refill with water and a 1/2 cap full of bleach and store one under my kitchen sink and one under my bathroom sink these are for hand washing ONLY
    Second - Typically Asian markets have the 4 packs of butane much cheaper.

    • @Omangallo
      @Omangallo Год назад +4

      We use our laundry containers when we go camping 😁

    • @brega6286
      @brega6286 Год назад +2

      Good idea.

    • @justanana1297
      @justanana1297 Год назад +8

      I do this but I don't wash them, I leave a little soap and just add water so it's still soapy for cleaning

    • @carolinaprepper6603
      @carolinaprepper6603 Год назад +3

      I always clean containers & fill w/water. we can use to brush teeth. wash hands. heat for coffee/tea.

    • @DarkShadowReign
      @DarkShadowReign Год назад

      Thats true the Asians keep the cheap butane next to the glass meth pipes

  • @richavic4520
    @richavic4520 Год назад +5

    Striking tools. Hand and 8 lb sledge, axe, splitting axe or wedges. Wheelbarrows. Two of them.
    Pry bars. The long ones. You can still find five foot long saw blades, and the handles are sold separately, but two people can cut big wood.
    Rakes. Shovels of many kinds. Know what they're used for. Pickaxe and mattuck. You can be surprised at what one man with a wheelbarrow and the right digging tools can move in a day.
    Dirt makes excellent cover.

  • @karenredding9439
    @karenredding9439 Год назад +5

    I like the Luci solar lights because they clasp for easy storage, have on and off switch, blinking for emergencies, floats in water, give off lots of light, can check how much energy left, and you can hang them. I was lucky to find 4 marked down at Walmart. They are light weight so I snap on between two mason solar lights so they don't blow away.

  • @darlenecarter7859
    @darlenecarter7859 Год назад +2

    Thank you for keeping us updated

  • @christopherpike3073
    @christopherpike3073 2 месяца назад

    As always, you get right to the point and give great details. I watch a lot of prepper videos and I will say that you are on top ! Great job !!
    Please keep them going !

  • @davehopper1519
    @davehopper1519 2 месяца назад

    I enjoy your videos very informative thanks 😊

  • @mr.stirfry9310
    @mr.stirfry9310 Год назад +12

    I still need to get 2 teeth out incase anything happens. Make sure to keep up on dental as it was the main killer a couple hundred years ago.

    • @Syntax_Error_404
      @Syntax_Error_404 3 месяца назад +1

      THIS! I got a tooth pulled out a while back and BOY am I happy for modern anesthetics.
      They had to dig around for at least 20 minutes. Can't imagine going through that and feeling it. 😨

  • @waltwood4113
    @waltwood4113 Год назад +10

    I have 3 bed side commodes , kerosene heaters, generators, fuel, stabilizer, deluxe propane stoves, and boxes of butane/propane containers stored and ready. I have a family of 7 so I have multiple choices and items.

    • @beautyfashiongoals7912
      @beautyfashiongoals7912 Год назад

      I want to get a good sized generator, but don't know what to get. Could you please tell me what generator you have? Thanks!

    • @jennyhong6746
      @jennyhong6746 Месяц назад

      Oh wow! I just found my mom’s old commode! Never thought to keep it!

  • @milliemrrobinson1074
    @milliemrrobinson1074 Год назад +5

    As always, excellent information! Thanks, JR!

  • @lisafaser6031
    @lisafaser6031 Месяц назад

    Thank you!

  • @stevenkeegan6260
    @stevenkeegan6260 Год назад +29

    Another helpful video from your channel. Thank you for taking the time/effort for putting these together. Always appreciated.

  • @skc137
    @skc137 Год назад +16

    Think outside the box when prepping & preparing , try to cover all areas. Everyone's needs will be different, prep&prepare to fit your family and surroundings.

  • @avs-forum
    @avs-forum 8 месяцев назад +3

    Solar Generators can power full-sized refrigerators depending on the model, but most can have no problem.

  • @brctom1
    @brctom1 Год назад

    Good video, Great advice…. Thanks!

  • @hazel555
    @hazel555 Год назад +11

    Those single-burner butane stoves were previously $20; now it's hard to find them for under $40.

  • @kennethrogers3687
    @kennethrogers3687 Год назад +34

    Watch out for that square water jug! Mine was growing something black inside the spigot before I noticed. Yucky! I would suggest occasional bleaching and cleaning. It's hard to get clean and you need to turn it while cleaning it. Pretty sure it was mold. Beware friends!

    • @desdenova69
      @desdenova69 Год назад

      Add a few drops of bleach to your H2O jugs.

    • @debbielt514
      @debbielt514 Год назад +1

      TY

    • @melodyclark4347
      @melodyclark4347 Год назад +3

      Ty. Vinegar is also good for that. Baking soda with it will give some scrubbing bubbles 😊

    • @worm_vaquero
      @worm_vaquero Год назад

      Four to eight DROPS of plain bleach added to the water should prevent this in storage

    • @jamesparks6137
      @jamesparks6137 4 месяца назад

      Also they are not very uv stable and will turn brittle if exposed to sunlight for a few months.

  • @ferebeefamily
    @ferebeefamily Год назад

    Lots of good ideas. Thanks.

  • @lestersaunders4537
    @lestersaunders4537 Год назад +2

    Good Day Everybody 👋
    I'm a new subscriber coming across this valuable information that I just couldn't refuse!

    • @diypreppertv
      @diypreppertv  Год назад

      Thanks for watching and subbing Lester!

  • @msmissy143
    @msmissy143 Год назад

    Very good information...Thank you!

  • @formulasaltythunder4806
    @formulasaltythunder4806 2 месяца назад +1

    I got to tell you. I love buying things I'm able to use today. 3 examples Mr. Heater I can use now in the garage. Tons of water I just keep rotating and a rain barrel coming off our greenhouse to use the water for or fruits and vegetables

  • @kachiri
    @kachiri Год назад +23

    Something I have that is good for cleaning/wiping is these towelette coins. Yeah... they're these big wipes (unscented, no soap) that are compact into a coin shape... You just get a real tiny amount of water on them and they expand into a tube shape, then you just unroll & unfold it. The ones I got are a pretty big sheet when opened fully. I love them! The bag I bought also came with a plastic tube to carry 12 in it to keep them dry and carry in pocket, back pack, etc. I like that they aren't soapy or alcohol wipes. I can just carry my choice of those products separate to add to it as needed.

    • @lyndarina9839
      @lyndarina9839 Год назад +4

      Yes. I bought a box of 500 of these coin towelettes a couple of years ago on Amazon. The small box they came in takes up a lot less space in my pantry than rolls of paper towels and toilet paper. Just remember not to FLUSH them down your toilet. Even though they may say “flushable”, who wants to take a chance on having clogged pipes during a grid down situation.

    • @kachiri
      @kachiri Год назад +2

      @@lyndarina9839 I already knew not to flush them. It's been like that with multiple product for years, that they will say flushable or biodegradable and really are not to be flushed.

    • @commiesnzombies
      @commiesnzombies 5 месяцев назад +1

      those things are cool, i would bring them out on the deep sea fishing trips in my tackle box to clean the bait fish guts and squid off my hands and then toss em out

  • @pauljenkins6877
    @pauljenkins6877 Год назад +23

    This is definitely food for thought. I was surprised by the absence of any discussion of canned food, perhaps because it was too obvious. If you are sheltering in place, and weight in transport is not an option, stock up on canned goods.

    • @smc1942
      @smc1942 Год назад +4

      Don't forget a high quality MANUAL CAN OPENER for those can goods!
      NOT that cheap crap from Wally World or the $ store!
      Expect to pay $8-15 for something that will last a lifetime.
      Too many people forget this necessity!

    • @andrewallason4530
      @andrewallason4530 9 месяцев назад

      @@smc1942most “Swiss Army knives” (or knock-offs) and multi-tools have a decent can opener on them. They work very well, just leave a jagged edge.

  • @Peter-the-Angry
    @Peter-the-Angry 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you.

  • @djgislertxwx6182
    @djgislertxwx6182 Год назад +27

    When it comes to water storage, one thing I really recommend is a waterbob for the bath tub. Good way to store a lot of water quickly.

    • @customer5032
      @customer5032 Год назад +2

      Yes! I have one for each bathtub in the house, stored in a cabinet. 👍

    • @ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw
      @ClaudiaMitchell-jn7fw 11 месяцев назад +7

      What is a waterbob. ?

    • @commiesnzombies
      @commiesnzombies 5 месяцев назад +1

      how long can water be stored in an airtight container and still be drinkable, i recently found some old sealed spring water bottles about 2 or 3 years old in my camper, it looked fine until i picked it up and shook it, then it looked like some type of floating mold rolling around like a lava lamp

    • @danholtbk7008
      @danholtbk7008 4 месяца назад +2

      @@commiesnzombiesStore your water in your empty canning jars and “can” or water bath it. The jars take up just as much space empty as full and once “canned” it will last indefinitely, shouldn’t ever go bad. Then when it’s time to can your food you already have the water you need for canning.

    • @SilverSniffer
      @SilverSniffer 3 месяца назад

      @@commiesnzombies
      Keep bottled water in a cool dry & dark space & it should last at least a couple years.
      I’ve drank water that I’ve stored in my basement that was a few years old.
      I buy new & rotate the old out to drink.

  • @sassyherbgardener7154
    @sassyherbgardener7154 Год назад +2

    Awesome video, and very helpful! Thank you for being quick, clear, and straight to the point, also.

  • @youngrumandcoke
    @youngrumandcoke 3 месяца назад

    Learn all you can in whatever time we have left. There’s so much educational stuff out there now (especially on bush crafting and SHTF) keep a notebook and keep prepared.

    • @firefly-vc5ew
      @firefly-vc5ew 3 месяца назад

      Just one suggestion. You will find that unless you plan in "dirt time", you won't retain much of the "book learnin". You really have to get out and practice what you read about. You will retain a whole lot more. You will also reject ideas you find don't work so well.

  • @johnpoole8321
    @johnpoole8321 Год назад +3

    Love the aqua- tainers. We got 6 of them and then couldn't find them at Walmart anymore.

  • @hairbeauty8083
    @hairbeauty8083 Год назад

    awesome video for starting prepping

  • @raymondj8768
    @raymondj8768 4 месяца назад

    Great video everyone should see this !

  • @kachiri
    @kachiri Год назад +16

    I already have a butane camp stove. had one for years, got a new one last year. I actually use it indoor even though there is an electric stove/oven in the kitchen. Been saving on power and being used to things done different if power is out and generator stops working, then I'm already prepared for cooking. Have plenty of the butane canisters. I also have a camp pot/pan to use for cooking on that stove, as I mostly have food that can be cook in those anyway, instead of meals made with multiple pots/pans at the same time. I also have a metal camp cup to heat my water for coffee on that camp stove. I used to have a water dispenser, but then I got a small battery operated pump that goes on the spout of them big dispenser water bottles. So I am cutting down on power use. Now if I could find a way to power the PC/Internet without the power from the house. lol

    • @lynnamarsh6384
      @lynnamarsh6384 Год назад +2

      solar panels

    • @jenniferpetrellicarslearni2265
      @jenniferpetrellicarslearni2265 5 месяцев назад

      Please forgive me if this is a dumb question. What do you use one can to cook one meal or can you cook several meals with one can.

  • @brega6286
    @brega6286 Год назад +6

    I have a sturdy old square solid fondue 55 year old (alcohol) burner that is a wonder. Did a fine job during a five day no power time. It is now all I have now when power goes out (apartment life). Call me a hoarder !!

  • @kylehill4437
    @kylehill4437 7 месяцев назад

    Excellent video.

  • @ChatGPT1111
    @ChatGPT1111 3 месяца назад +5

    Get the Trifuel generator (works with Gas, Propane, NG). That way you have triple redundancy. I have several so can rotate them and give each a break and can do maintenance on one while keeping another running.

    • @Elon_Trump
      @Elon_Trump 3 месяца назад

      I liked the NG option since gas usually is on in a power outage. very cool.

    • @davenone8516
      @davenone8516 3 месяца назад

      Layering your power solution is a good idea. Having solar or wind as the primary recharge option, but generator as a backup will allow you to slow the burning of your limited fuel resource. It also allows you to take advantage of fuel sources that may arise that's unforseen.

  • @joshrandall3632
    @joshrandall3632 4 месяца назад +7

    I hate these videos. I start thinking about the holes in my plan and end up with a $10,000 list of things I need yesterday.😬

  • @Elon_Trump
    @Elon_Trump 3 месяца назад +2

    Instead of tossing them out, I save my large plastic laundry detergent bottles and use them for handwashing and dishwashing outside at my barbeque and fire pit in the summer. Just fill them with water and shake.

  • @sandyhowell3256
    @sandyhowell3256 Год назад

    Thank you

  • @ChristienahRobertsonTravis
    @ChristienahRobertsonTravis Год назад +4

    You can run your router on the solar power stations too. I have one that will run my mini fridge also. Don't need the food spoiling.

  • @randlerichardson5826
    @randlerichardson5826 Год назад

    Some great information

  • @toniataylor-ward3600
    @toniataylor-ward3600 Год назад +5

    THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS INFORMATION WITH EVERYONE IF YOU HELP ONE PERSON IT IS WORTH YOUR TIME AND EFFORT. MAY YOU BE BLESSED WITH MUCH HAPPINESS KEEP HELPING PEOPLE WITH SURVIVAL SKILLS GREATLY APPRECIATED STAY SAFE BE HAPPY ALWAYS...

  • @alexachenbach821
    @alexachenbach821 Год назад

    Thank you.From iowa.

  • @tedrick4713
    @tedrick4713 3 месяца назад

    Excellent, thank u.

  • @katrinagarland5219
    @katrinagarland5219 Год назад +17

    For just a little more money you can buy a small Berkey filter which takes out "most" contaminates from water (no pillow case needed). They have a compact travel model which would work well in a grid down or bug out situation. Boil creek water, pour into your Berkey and you are good to go. I love mine.

    • @fladave99
      @fladave99 Год назад

      Far cheaper than a berky is far better is a distiller for $!00. I dont get the Berky. I have a charcoal iline filter for $25.

    • @katrinagarland5219
      @katrinagarland5219 Год назад

      @@fladave99 I bet you use an outhouse too.. it's a lot cheaper. LOL

    • @coleen2213
      @coleen2213 Год назад +2

      @@katrinagarland5219 We all will be in the “same boat” in not too distant future. You’ll be lucky if you Have an outhouse!

    • @katrinagarland5219
      @katrinagarland5219 Год назад

      @@coleen2213 I think you posted your comment on the wrong line...

    • @DarkShadowReign
      @DarkShadowReign Год назад +1

      @@katrinagarland5219 I use a 5 gallon bucket lined with a garbage bag with a pool noodle with a 1 inch slice in it to wrap around the top for a cushion and I highly recommend it. Far better than what you people call a toilet

  • @robertd9850
    @robertd9850 3 месяца назад +1

    A combination propane/butane portable stove lets you use your big propane tank if you buy the adapter hose.

  • @devolatif8698
    @devolatif8698 Год назад +7

    Great information! SPOT ON!:God bless you and everyone 🙏!

  • @tomahawkmatt
    @tomahawkmatt Год назад

    Always good brother! You and I think a like. I did pick up an Aqua Tainer from watching this video I have 55 gallon drums of water but Aqua Tainer would be good to pump water into it then take up to the kitchen hang over the sink for water needs. Thank you again JR!

  • @pirate0jimmy
    @pirate0jimmy 4 месяца назад

    For a rocket stove with much engineering: StoveTec with SuperPot on top. I can boil a gallon/4 liters of water in 12 minutes from a cold start in 40 degree damp PNW climate. Wind adds time, but not much fuel. Fuel quality is important, but if the fuel is sized correctly (about thumb diameter sticks or splits) a boil is a big handfull with an hour simmering another handfull.

  • @churchbouiemcclendon2254
    @churchbouiemcclendon2254 Год назад

    Thank you for the info 🙏 😊

    • @diypreppertv
      @diypreppertv  Год назад

      You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

  • @dropshot1967
    @dropshot1967 Год назад +53

    Great starting point as always.
    For a charcoal filter for water, a relatively cheap version can be found at any store selling supplies for bigger aquariums. A cheap aquarium pump might help but is not necessary. These stores often also have cheap activated charcoal refills for your charcoal filter. Get enough of this because depending on the contamination, sometimes they need changing frequently, especially when dealing with fallout from nuclear events. Having a way to dose a few milligrams of iodine every week will also help in that situation

    • @diypreppertv
      @diypreppertv  Год назад +5

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @kt11540
      @kt11540 Год назад +5

      That's a good idea I was going to get a clay water pot to cleanse the water.

    • @LierinEdana
      @LierinEdana Год назад +14

      We use a three bucket system ~ gravel, sand, activated charcoal. Adding any type of cloth to prefilter before using the buckets gives you water that won't muck up any other filtration such as a Sawyer, Berkey, etc. It gives you about the equivalent of tap water as far as particulates, and the charcoal catches a good bit of contaminants as well (and your water will taste better). One other thing I recommend is liquid trace minerals. They have about a 5 year shelf life, and are a way to boost your overall health in the long term, but particularly if your diet is lacking in a lot of varied nutrients. Along with vitamins, they aren't a bad investment and can be rotated the same as any other prep.

    • @lyndarina9839
      @lyndarina9839 Год назад +7

      @@LierinEdana Thank you for the heads up about liquid trace minerals.

    • @Azandeer
      @Azandeer Год назад +4

      Howdy. Iodine is good in the short term, but might give health issues in the long run.
      Perhaps consider something like Chlorine Dioxide?