when i was a kid, we lived in Nebraska. we had Tornados, and then we had Blizzards so bad it covered the house. you werent leaving for it seemed like forever. my mom made sure we had large boxes of toilet paper, paper towels, and canned foods. people laughed at my mom, but she told them like this. when the blizzards come and you have no toilet paper or foods, dont tunnel to my house, you can wipe your butt with your old magazines and newspaper! now i live in Florida, and we always have to be prepared wuth a full tank of gas, toilet paper, ways to make fire, ways to find a light, ways to keep warm, and ways to eat!
Have some of them left over from my bicycle touring days but didn't think of them in the bug-out box. I also have a small first aid kit that would be a good idea in it.
My Southern California "Earthquake/Fire" bag would leave me in a bad place if I didn't modify it before driving somewhere that I might get stuck in a blizzard. I go with cans of raviolis over SpagettiOs. And I just watched your video on Lipton Cup-O-Soup. If you're geared to heat water, you can pack a ton of morale in under a few ounces of those packets.
I wouldn’t expect anything less of you Jim. You are one smart cookie!!! Very, very clever. Sending love and respect from Ohio. Take care friend. ❤️🌞❤️🌞❤️🌞
Very well said Mr. Foreman, this is something many need to actually do not just talk about it, and it looks like you are prepared for the worst, thanks to you and Freda many tips save folks money, and may save their lives. Nice video.
Great Video Mr. Foreman ! Thank you for sharing this information. Yes indeed ,it's always important to be prepared.. I'm going to work on my stuff tomorrow ! Thanks for bringing this subject up !
I've had a bug-out box of some sort for years, depending on where I lived at the time. Used it a few times and it really saved my butt. Thanks for the comment
I keep one in my car . I like the peanut butter. I need to add that to my indoor bug out kit. Oh add a deck of cards. Entertainment forever. Omg I love the spaghettios. May I suggest you use a small Rubbermaid box so it’s weatherproof.
Right, a deck of cards. Great idea. If you’re lost just start playing Solitaire. Pretty soon someone will come along and tell you to put the Red 7 on the black 8. And just that, wah -la, you’re saved! Guaranteed!
This is definitely a good idea and I just purchased one of the cheaper Jackery portable batteries to have in case of a power outage also. I, like you, believe we can plan just in case and if we never need the items, great, but if we do it's ready, and we don't have to rely on anyone else then.
@@JimForeman us too! I keep us pretty well stocked. I don't like having to go to the grocery store very often. I freeze and can things all year long too.
This is a great idea Jim. I especially like that you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to be prepared for an emergency. Good thinking and I think you will get some good responses on this video. This one could be bigger than your spiral ham video!
Hello mr foreman! What a great idea! I will make one of those boxes up for the winter! Lots of times we have ice storms and power outages! One thing I've been looking for is a battery operated radio. I suppose Amazon has them but I don't shop online.hopefully my local hardware store might get one for me! GOD BLESS YOU AND TEXAS!
Church bells ringing at the time you talked about your son filling up his tank was a good omen ! I had to laugh your being surprised by the bells and you paused & tilted your head to the left ! I was surprised myself at the sound because I didn't know you live near a church? Happy day Mr. Forman and thx for the tips ! 🤠
@@JimForeman That's a very cool grandfather clock !! Sounded just like church bells; really great sound !! Funny that you're still not used to it after all these years and clock stunned you ! 🤣 I recall you are 93 in November, so Jim can you post and share with us your growing-up years in the Great Depression like from 10 years, or younger, on up through your adult years in the war ? Really love your family history ! TFS !! 🤠
@@JimForeman I recall you are 93 in November, so Jim can you post and share with us your growing-up years in the Great Depression like from 10 years, or younger, on up through your adult years in the war ? Really love your family history ! TFS !! 🤠
Good day Mr Foreman. My only concern where I live is winter storms and thunderstorms. Never hurts to have a Togo bag if you need. In my case it more of a stay in place so I have a stay in cabinet with some of the same stuff you are talking about. Something keep you going for a few days to maybe more than a week.
@@SweetChicagoGator Actually, I now live in North Richland Hills, one of the hundred or so cities that make up the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. This is the fastest growing area in the US with over 8 million people.I seldom venture outside of about a five mile circle.
Some people recommend freeze-dried foods but they are rather expensive; ten bucks for a meal for one. Much cheaper to buy regular off the shelf cans and keep them rotated. Everything in my box would be about ten dollars.
@@JimForeman I agree. Most of those expensive freeze dried foods don't taste very good or have a proper texture. Canned goods and dry goods are my choice. Also I love all healthy canned fish! 🐟 good food for me when I was Bicycling on the Katy trail.
@@JimForeman I just watched your video on Lipton Cup-O-Soup before this one. That's a whole lot of morale you can add for the weight. You're geared with water and a way to heat it up so why not?
Good list Jim. We don't use a box...we have a bug-out bag. Using a gym bag makes sense to us because it's easy to carry with one hand. Another thing we do is to never let the gas tank get below the half full mark. Phones stay fully charged at all times, and there is ALWAYS a phone & iPad charger in the car. Never know when you may need to call for help, or use the phone's GPS. Another must have item is my Streamlight Stinger tactical flashlight. It has a charger in the car as well. That particular flashlight has a powerful strobe feature that could conceivably aid searchers if we become stranded or lost somewhere. At close range, it is an effective defensive weapon, capable of blinding and disorienting both two and four-legged predators.
Box, bag or bucket, the main thing is you have taken steps to make life easier when things turn sour. I congratulate you on taking charge of your life instead of depending on someone else to pick up the pieces.
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when i was a kid, we lived in Nebraska. we had Tornados, and then we had Blizzards so bad it covered the house. you werent leaving for it seemed like forever. my mom made sure we had large boxes of toilet paper, paper towels, and canned foods. people laughed at my mom, but she told them like this. when the blizzards come and you have no toilet paper or foods, dont tunnel to my house, you can wipe your butt with your old magazines and newspaper!
now i live in Florida, and we always have to be prepared wuth a full tank of gas, toilet paper, ways to make fire, ways to find a light, ways to keep warm, and ways to eat!
Great information!
Thanks for sharing this vital information. 👍
Blessings to you and yours,
Washington State🙏🌲🇺🇸
Hello Mr. Foreman great to see a new video.
Hi Carol, thanks for the comment.
Fun discussion would enjoy more this bosss!
Good food for thought, Jim! Thanks for the video.
Those are some thought-out items. Space blankets are good for any climate.
Have some of them left over from my bicycle touring days but didn't think of them in the bug-out box. I also have a small first aid kit that would be a good idea in it.
My Southern California "Earthquake/Fire" bag would leave me in a bad place if I didn't modify it before driving somewhere that I might get stuck in a blizzard. I go with cans of raviolis over SpagettiOs. And I just watched your video on Lipton Cup-O-Soup. If you're geared to heat water, you can pack a ton of morale in under a few ounces of those packets.
Jim, I like this video. Thanks.
Glad you did, thanks for the comment.
I wouldn’t expect anything less of you Jim. You are one smart cookie!!! Very, very clever. Sending love and respect from Ohio. Take care friend. ❤️🌞❤️🌞❤️🌞
Thanks, Victoria
Very well said Mr. Foreman, this is something many need to actually do not just talk about it, and it looks like you are prepared for the worst, thanks to you and Freda many tips save folks money, and may save their lives. Nice video.
Good video and idea!
After a long dry spell, I'm trying to get back into shooting videos. Thanks for the comment.
Excellent ideas Jim. Thanks 😊
Thanks for the nice comment, glad you liked it. Please tell your friends.
Having a bug out box is a great idea Jim I've never thought of having one before!
GREAT LIST BROTHER JIM. WE NEED ONE OF THOSE FOR SURE.
I'll bet you start putting one together tomorrow.
Thanks
Great video Jim! Hope all is well! Love these videos you have made.
Thanks for the comment and I enjoy making the videos. It keeps me from watching old reruns on TV.
@@JimForeman Dad i miss you.
Great Video Mr. Foreman ! Thank you for sharing this information. Yes indeed ,it's always important to be prepared.. I'm going to work on my stuff tomorrow ! Thanks for bringing this subject up !
I've had a bug-out box of some sort for years, depending on where I lived at the time. Used it a few times and it really saved my butt. Thanks for the comment
@@JimForeman Yes, Sir. An earthquake kit and a blizzard kit can be very different.
Good stuff Jim
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You know, I never thought to make use of those fast food utensil packs for this purpose. I'm going borrow that idea. Thanks!
I always save all the junk in take out bags, probably haven't bought salt or pepper in a couple years.
I keep one in my car . I like the peanut butter. I need to add that to my indoor bug out kit. Oh add a deck of cards. Entertainment forever. Omg I love the spaghettios. May I suggest you use a small Rubbermaid box so it’s weatherproof.
Yeah, a Rubbermaid box would be great and I probably have one.
Right, a deck of cards. Great idea. If you’re lost just start playing Solitaire. Pretty soon someone will come along and tell you to put the Red 7 on the black 8. And just that, wah -la, you’re saved! Guaranteed!
This is definitely a good idea and I just purchased one of the cheaper Jackery portable batteries to have in case of a power outage also. I, like you, believe we can plan just in case and if we never need the items, great, but if we do it's ready, and we don't have to rely on anyone else then.
Great video Mr Foreman! Everyone should always be prepared, especially in such uncertain times as these.
I could probably live for a year just out of my pantry, lots of rice, beans and pasta.
@@JimForeman us too! I keep us pretty well stocked. I don't like having to go to the grocery store very often. I freeze and can things all year long too.
It's a great idea.
Thanks, keep up the good work.
This is a great idea Jim. I especially like that you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to be prepared for an emergency. Good thinking and I think you will get some good responses on this video. This one could be bigger than your spiral ham video!
I didn't have to buy anything in the video, I already had the various items and all the food came from the pantry.
We have a duffle bag, full of essentials along with a dry set of clothing in a waterproof bag.
I also carried extra clothing like that when we lived in Colorado.
Hello mr foreman! What a great idea! I will make one of those boxes up for the winter! Lots of times we have ice storms and power outages! One thing I've been looking for is a battery operated radio. I suppose Amazon has them but I don't shop online.hopefully my local hardware store might get one for me! GOD BLESS YOU AND TEXAS!
Hi Mary, they still make small battery operated radios, check Walmart.
Church bells ringing at the time you talked about your son filling up his tank was a good omen ! I had to laugh your being surprised by the bells and you paused & tilted your head to the left ! I was surprised myself at the sound because I didn't know you live near a church?
Happy day Mr. Forman and thx for the tips ! 🤠
Actually, that was our grandfather clock.
@@JimForeman
That's a very cool grandfather clock !!
Sounded just like church bells; really great sound !! Funny that you're still not used to it after all these years and clock stunned you ! 🤣
I recall you are 93 in November, so Jim can you post and share with us your growing-up years in the Great Depression like from 10 years, or younger, on up through your adult years in the war ? Really love your family history ! TFS !! 🤠
@@JimForeman
I recall you are 93 in November, so Jim can you post and share with us your growing-up years in the Great Depression like from 10 years, or younger, on up through your adult years in the war ? Really love your family history ! TFS !! 🤠
@@SweetChicagoGator My first magazine articles was a series of stories about this very subject. Check out my website www.jimforeman.com
Peanutbutter special throughout collage year
Good day Mr Foreman. My only concern where I live is winter storms and thunderstorms. Never hurts to have a Togo bag if you need.
In my case it more of a stay in place so I have a stay in cabinet with some of the same stuff you are talking about. Something keep you going for a few days to maybe more than a week.
I lived in Black Forest Colorado, elevation 8000 feet, for ten years and then in Moore, OK, Tornado Capitol, for another ten so know what you mean.
Sounds like you live in Oklahoma with that kind of weather, or Minnesota??
@@JimForeman
I have a friend in Carrollton Georgia near the Tennessee border and they experienced tornadoes. 🙏
@@SweetChicagoGator Actually, I now live in North Richland Hills, one of the hundred or so cities that make up the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. This is the fastest growing area in the US with over 8 million people.I seldom venture outside of about a five mile circle.
@@SweetChicagoGator Guess they have tornadoes in every state, even Alaska.
Having a bug out box makes survival much easier during an emergency
Some people recommend freeze-dried foods but they are rather expensive; ten bucks for a meal for one. Much cheaper to buy regular off the shelf cans and keep them rotated. Everything in my box would be about ten dollars.
@@JimForeman I agree. Most of those expensive freeze dried foods don't taste very good or have a proper texture. Canned goods and dry goods are my choice. Also I love all healthy canned fish! 🐟 good food for me when I was Bicycling on the Katy trail.
@@JimForeman I just watched your video on Lipton Cup-O-Soup before this one. That's a whole lot of morale you can add for the weight. You're geared with water and a way to heat it up so why not?
Good list Jim. We don't use a box...we have a bug-out bag. Using a gym bag makes sense to us because it's easy to carry with one hand. Another thing we do is to never let the gas tank get below the half full mark. Phones stay fully charged at all times, and there is ALWAYS a phone & iPad charger in the car. Never know when you may need to call for help, or use the phone's GPS. Another must have item is my Streamlight Stinger tactical flashlight. It has a charger in the car as well. That particular flashlight has a powerful strobe feature that could conceivably aid searchers if we become stranded or lost somewhere. At close range, it is an effective defensive weapon, capable of blinding and disorienting both two and four-legged predators.
Box, bag or bucket, the main thing is you have taken steps to make life easier when things turn sour. I congratulate you on taking charge of your life instead of depending on someone else to pick up the pieces.
YES BROTHER JIM, MY HUSBAND HAS TO WORK TOMORROW BUT HE WILL GET 3 DAYS OFF THEN. HE IS GOING TO GET A BOX TOGETHER FOR US. WE LOVE YOU BROTHER JIM.
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