10 Types of Items Preppers Should Stockpile

[@Havok_1964]

Another Item that might be important: multi-vitamins. We can do the best we can, but at times we may have a diet missing some key nutrients, vitamins, minerals. Best to be prepared just in case.

[@SgtRudySmith31bRet]

Most people aren't getting the vitamins and minerals they need now. You should already be on a multi vitamin.

[@janicehauptman7262]

@@SgtRudySmith31bRet ]

[@Daizey57]

AGREED, and add separately, a good food source vitamin C, no synthetic.

[@ronniek4279]

I stocked up on that.

[@johnfrederick6213]

Agreed. My only gripe? They seem to expire long before i use them. Lol

[@tractorman1946]

Don't forget yard solar lights that u can bring in every night. Stick one in a milk jug and you have good light!

[@MissyQ12345]

I have some strings of little lights that run on batteries. I put them up just for fun and cuz they are pretty. Then the power went out! I have them strung up at ceiling level, and they light up the whole room.

[@timmccabe503]

these are a good source of light, because they don't require batteries. They aren't great. But, they're still a plus.

[@kennaoconnor4633]

You’re literally the first video I’ve seen that mentions infant formula and breastfeeding. That alone earned my subscription. I’ve been prepping for a while. I prep baby wipes. My family takes care of my 95 year old neighbor. We go through a ton of baby wipes, gloves, and pee pads. Think outside the box. If I can’t find those things, my job would be horrible. I’ve got all her necessities ordered automatically. I have 4 years of food put away. Now I’m saving water. If it’s a food grade container, clean it out and put water in it. If it’s not food grade, fill it to flush a toilet. The big cat litter buckets are actually food grade. They hold 35lbs of litter. I fill them with Mylar bags of beans and rice as well as water.!’ Vitamins are under attack. They’re trying to make them a drug that need a prescription. Stock up now on vitamin D and any others you take. Take a first aide CPR class too. 😊

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching Kenna!

[@60cmad]

Cat litter buckets are also a good way to store ammo...If there's some litter in it, it will keep the ammo dry...plus, if someone breaks in, most people aren't likely to look in the kitty litter for it...

[@bethfromchicago8719]

Just a suggestion about adult diapers. I saw some at the Goodwill. They might not be your first choice but they could be used.

[@randomname6710]

Vitamins are under attack? Could you show me a source to why you think that?

[@boog.2751]

@@randomname6710 - I read by next June, we won't be able to get many supplements that are new to use, news in the past 20 or 25 years. It may have been in this latest bill. Dig for the info and you will know what we mean.

[@daniellemoreau3201]

Medications- Last year. I called the VA to get my prescriptions renewed. I waited 5-6 days...they never arrived in the mail like usual. I called and inquired....I was told that they did not have it and did not know when it would be available. That was a real wake up call for me.

[@masterofnone11]

I vouch for that when he said squirrel taste like chicken. It totally does !!

[@PaulRicard-ew8wt]

Cayenne pepper will stop bleeding and cayenne pills will give you time to get help if you are having heart issues. Put small pieces of cardboard between your battery contacts in flashlights to prevent them from leaking acid in storage. Good list, I took notes!

[@rquatt8474]

I found headlamps in my local Dollar Tree . They use 3 aaa batteries . Couldn’t believe how bright they are and for the price of 1.00 they are great . I bought 8 of them for use and barter items.

[@clovermark39]

Yes that’s on my list to get for bartering.

[@suehop1579]

2 is 1... spare for the spare

[@regalegos1221]

Powdered milk, it can be a lifesaver and you can also make cheese. All you need is something acidic such as lime juice, lemon juice to separate the curds and whey! Cheesecloth to squeeze the cheese into. Delicious. A pizza can be made in a Dutch oven and the cheese added for a tasty snack.

[@annaleedaughterofyhwh7767]

@REGAL EGO’S Please share your cheese recipe!??

[@maxinethompson3198]

On​@@annaleedaughterofyhwh7767

[@bronzefox9035]

Get some of those Zote laundry bars of soap for washing clothes. They are easy to carry and store. We use them when we go camping and we need to wash out our riding gear.

[@grannygoose3532]

Zote is a great backup for laundry. I shave my zote bars down and add to Arm & Hammer Laundry detergent and Borox. This makes a lot and last a long time cause you only need to use about a tablespoon per load of wash.

[@mhernandez3078]

The ZOTE laundry bars are actually good not only for laundry but it's also strong enough to cut grease of dishes and safe enought for hair and skin, also could be used to keep away mosquitos... Another way it's been used in Mexico is for constipation you shape it like a suppository and there you go😬( only the white one though), yup I've seen it happen.. Plus they're only like $1. Can't beat that...

[@bronzefox9035]

It makes a lovely powdered soap with Borax and AH. I like to add essential oils for some fragrance sometimes too.

[@chrismullin8304]

Fun Fact: There is only one American company that still makes washboards!

[@mhernandez3078]

@@chrismullin8304 l have 2 washboards, I got mine on a trip to Mexico... They're still very much used over there...

[@davefarnsworth6444]

Being a retired oil refinery worker I have specific knowledge of what types of chemicals have the best shelf life. Gas loses its vapor pressure over time. Gas produced in the winter has a shorter shelf life then that produced in summer. Diesel tends to gel up over time. Lamp oil and propane are products that have a longer shelf life. Something to keep in mind if your stockpiling these items. Diesel and gas should be used and replenished. Don't keep longer then 3 to 6 months.

[@P2Zip]

Excellent advice!

[@archstone4622]

I called my doctor and asked for a year supply of pain killers. Apparently he's not a prepper.

[@paulettebarrow9791]

@Arch, HAHAHAHAHAH YA THINK

[@heidegum3253]

Kratom

[@carlosposa1809]

Look into animal pain killers some are fine for humans

[@loujeanadams2500]

ROFL!! I can only imagine his reaction!! 😜

[@destinytroll1374]

@@carlosposa1809 improvise, adapt, overcome

[@thepreppingnethinim1254]

PET milk mixed one can of water with a teaspoon of light Kayro syrup works for infants. My oldest went a year on that cause no formula would stay down.

[@RiceaRoni354]

I’m in my sixties and that is what my twin brother and I had as formula.

[@thepreppingnethinim1254]

@@RiceaRoni354 my granny who would be 87 told me to try it and it worked.

[@grannygoose3532]

My mother and her sisters used that formula as well. My mother would be 97, today.

[@mhernandez3078]

my kids had rice flour with evaporated milk... I'd make a whole pot of this and is what my boys had when they were toddlers... I lived in Mexico for about five years and learned to live with much less than we do here... I am very grateful for that because I learned a lot of how much we can do with very little...

[@dieselnine1022]

@@grannygoose3532 Happy B-Day to your late Mom. Mine would have been 101 in mid July.

[@titanpreparedness]

Excellent advice. Id add water filters and way to purify it as well. I see a ton of people with cases of water but no plans after that runs dry

[@akhoneybee907]

Exactly. Water is often not thought of as much as food. It’s especially important for the freeze dried foods. If you don’t have water, you cannot eat or drink and all is lost. I definitely second the use of filters and purification methods. Also going further, look at ways to collect water in bulk if you can as well.

[@titanpreparedness]

@@stevec3872 grayl, Lifestraw mission, survivor, and muv series 3 all remove viruses

[@lancewebb5990]

Extremely true! Burkey systems with extra parts and extra filters many as possible. As well as a way to clean them and get the most use out of them. As well a still like bighorn you can buy on line to purify water as well make fuel that can burn out of the same system. Water purify tablets many as possible life straws water filtration water bottles with extra filters. The 55 gallon food grade plastic blue drums with a good pump as well put in the water stabilizer to get last longer. Keep out of sun. As well use the drums to connect together to catch rain water but use very fine screen to keep bugs out larva so on. As well learn charcoal methods. Remember 3 days without water you can die. Need for drinking cooking as well sponge baths if need keep from sickness. But bottles of drinking water is good to stack but after i think 2 years it can become toxic so use and rotate as you go. Then lots of cheep food preps 5 galion buckets food grade with mylar and 2000 cc oxygen absorbers rice and beans. Yes plenty of seasons. Salt is very important you die without salt. Look into 5 galion buckets whole rolled oats as well hard red winter wheat and white berry's. Lots of canned food look into keystone chicken hamburger beef Turkey. It has a very long shelf life as well is good and cooked already. You can use and rotate as you go. Honey is very important on many levels real hunny store in mason jars if can. Always have a very large medical kit for even severe things as in quick clot learn to stitch get the stuff to stitch with and lots of ways to keep clean. A good wood burning stove extra parts seals and extra chimney sweeps. Good cast cookwear to cook with and try stock a year worth of wood to start. Get lots matches lighters few good fire starting rods. As well home protection is extremely important as well plenty practice as well training is a must! Keep extra parts oils cleaning kits for protection. Get good film for your windows that will keep from them smashing in keep 4 to 6 at least fire extinguishers on hand at all times smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Try to buold yourself a good solar backup for emergency to charge radios phones if got cell service still but always have a good coms set up to communicate as well hear whats going on. If can try get a good 3a+ tactical vest and rifle plates 3a+ helmet anything to help keep safe if others try to harm you in your home or kill you keep gear to protect self from gunshot wounds. Another thing if can get good night vision so if things ever do collapse and it gets really bad you can see at night people coming up. Get solar flood lights put all around your property so you can always see them and they no you can see them as well. Only people coming to hurt or kill you. Have a seed vault the seeds last for a very long time you definitely need a way to grow food. Keep a large propane burner so you can as well always can food grown as well as any meat you may raise or hunt. Because no electricity u will need to keep your meat good. A good solar generator if have cash as well a good battery backup. Lot of rechargeable batteries for things in your home. Lots of big candles clean burning lamp oil with lots of extra wicks. Look at crisco homemade candles work a long time and very very well. But if on medication if you cant get it please look into natural resources as in ways that will help it is better than nothing. Get books on all edible plants in your state so you no whats safe and not safe to eat. As well as just any servival and medical books you can. Someday no internet books will be all you have. And yes all old tools as in tools to repair your home hand drills saws any hand tools you can get and get extras. Good yard security lots of ways to make noise and no if someone is outside if you dont see them first you can hear them. Stock up on animal food meds as well dogs are always good for security as well mans best friend help keep stress leveks down

[@melodyclark4347]

@@lancewebb5990 Thank you. This is valuable information and great reminders and tips. God bless you and keep you and your family safe.

[@lancewebb5990]

@@melodyclark4347 Thank you God Bless you as well.

[@lewisbales6190]

Can openers don't last very long till they quit working. I suggest the military P-38 can opener. I have a hand dug well with a manual pump on it. Be careful everyone.

[@H.C.Q.]

I have a couple of those P-38 ration can openers. They are very difficult to use.

[@Barbara-cr5zj]

I have a cheap but good can opener that I have used for many years. I decided to upgrade and purchased an expensive fancy looking can opener. It didn't last more than a few weeks. I'll stick with the what I got. Yet I do have a backup.

[@regalegos1221]

My dad's mate always had a flathead screw driver and pliers. I watch him once slam the screwdriver into a tin can with a rock, the top split a little and he peeled it back with the pliers, fricking fascinating guy. He was like a modern day viking. I asked him if he would eat someone if he had to and he said '' nope, people are bad for you'' 🤣🤣🤣 great guy!!

[@elizabethhorne6383]

oh try the ez opener can opener. I have had it since 1994 after my house caught fire and just picked it up who knows where. I have much prettier ones, fancy ones, electric ones over the years and none lasted. So stopped trying to fix what is not broken. I bought a few to give to family who have had bad experiences and they rave about it.

[@rayna8423]

I second that they don't last very long usually. I had one of those sold on TV smooth edge openers that lasted forever!! I got it as a gift in high school and still had it when I got married! Ended up throwing it out because I was living in a moldy house and everything was severely contaminated. After replacing it with a cheapy that only lasted a month, I spent the extra bucks to buy another one! Best decision ever! those things last forever. I want to get a second one as a back up just in case!

[@deborahedwards7185]

Really enjoying your vids! No fluff, just straight and to the point.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Deborah!

[@boog.2751]

Yes, I agree!

[@lionsden6]

On the topic of infant formula...around the time of the 60's it was common practice to use Carnation brand Evaporated milk as baby formula. Nowadays I wouldn't, but in a pinch it would suffice, knowing it has been used and no bad effects whatsoever.

[@akhoneybee907]

It definitely doesn’t have everything a baby would need for the long term though. It’s missing so much that they need. I think during long term break downs, we will see a return of milk sharing and wet nursing. Mom to mom sharing of milk. I’ve always thankfully been able to breastfeed, and I have breastfed another hungry baby in need before. No questions asked, I will do it again!

[@cherilewis2899]

My boys both drank pacific canned milk just added hot water they both grew up ,one 5 ft.9 &the other 6 ft.tall

[@chrismullin8304]

It has many more chemicals in it now. Also carrageenan, which is basically plastic.

[@deegoulas5866]

Goats milk can also be used as formula.

[@rp2099]

Lol, my mom raised her hand.

[@mnight207]

This channel is quickly becoming one of my favorites. Good content

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you!

[@ronaldsimmonds1002]

If you can afford it don’t forget the kids. Christmas will be here before we know it and we can let them down. Get them some toys early this year. We don’t know what’s going to happen and we cannot LET THEM DOWN! We got to keep the morale up!✝️🇺🇸👍🏻

[@GrungeGirl314]

Exactly! Stores are usually thin on toys during normal holidays; this year will be one for the record books!

[@mssendfitness]

At that rate, think active toys! Slides, jump ropes, swingsets, sandboxes, sensory tables, ninja warrior style yard games, keep them active and their imaginations will run wild! Of course electronics are fun too but kids are sick of being indoors!

[@lauraann7816]

I always start Christmas shopping in June \ July - I start with people whose birthdays have passed by then. I love Christmas. I look forward to it. I don't want it to go by the wayside and become depressing. Things don't have to be extravagant. It's just nice to have some things under the tree. Some special foods too. Shop early little bits at a time.

[@ronaldsimmonds1002]

@@lauraann7816 You will be amazed! The simple things show that we care. And others care. The children are watching how we behave. They learn from us. So, we will not let them down.

[@biblebeliever4570]

Your talking about the commercialized pagan holiday?

[@patriciatinkey2677]

My sincere🌟🌟🌟 compliments, JR! You covered items I've never heard anyone else mention, even Kris at City Prepping! 😀👍 Your comprehensive list is now saved to my phone & backup thumb drive. Now to transcribe it to my paper lists!

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Patricia!

[@kristinkelly8862]

I really appreciate you! i recently started watching prepper videos and was seriously turned off by one guy who literally only refers to things "all men" need to know for surviving/preparing for disasters. No mention whatsoever of the fact that women ALSO want to know how to take care of themselves and their families. So i appreciate your inclusive, well rounded approach. I'm learning alot from you and appreciating your demeanor. Thank you!

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Kristin! Like you said, everyone can benefit from being more prepared.

[@tracyprince9605]

One thing that I added to my stockpile that I never hear anybody talk about is toilet replacement parts new floats new flushers and new tank sealer I bought two sets of them so we had extra for when they were out

[@stevenbramschreiber2229]

IF I went with all these "stock pile" items on these videos, I would need a house twice the size of the one I own now...LOL!!

[@heygetoffmylawn1572]

If I may suggest...books on survival, off grid living, methods of home security, veggie gardening. Any books or manuals that you can have in your home library. When the grid goes down you will need access to this since there likely will be no internet.

[@diypreppertv]

Yeah, I need to do a video over books. I have several, but haven’t got around to making a video yet. I’ll link below to an article that I wrote about books a couple of years ago. I’ll probably make some changes to the list for the video but there’s still some good stuff there. www.diyprepper.com/recommended-gear-and-resources/best-books-for-preppers-and-survival/

[@heygetoffmylawn1572]

@@diypreppertv ...Thank you for this link. I'm always interested in any type of hard copy survival manuals I can add to my supply. They will also be good barter items as there will be many not prepared and could be helpful to others. You are creating great content, easy to follow and very informative. Keep up the good work...DIY Prepper. 😊👍

[@diypreppertv]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@PandorasFolly]

May i suggest Bike tire tubes and tire tubes in general and also patching kits/materials. There are very few bike tire tubes made in the US. In fact last time I looked into it REALLY hard about 15 years ago there were none. In fact i couldn't findone in North America . That could have changed obviously and i could have missed one. Also bike parts in general. Bike wagons as well Bikes are amazing if we run out of fuel or need to conserve fuel. Quiet, easily portable, easy to repair, etc. Preppers ideal fall back vehicle.

[@jbuggy21]

I heard a few preppers recommend pool shock as a bleach substitute for purifying water. Many pool shock products also contain cyanuric acid - a stabilizer that extends the life of bleach in sunlit water...but it's presence is why you don't want to use your pool as a drinking water source.

[@thebarky1988]

The can opener and baby formula are the time I heard mentioned on any channel…. Those are vital. The can opener can easily break and it’s important to have a few on hand… thanks, you have a new subscriber.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Maria!

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Maria!

[@maryallr]

An old fashioned glass thermometer, if you can't find batteries for a digital one.

[@gmajors2237]

Excellent suggestion.

[@michaelpond6386]

Protein powder, vitamins, superglue, extra boots, bulk socks, underwear, rain gear.

[@tonyglanville8058]

ive been prepping for years. I real enjoy your channel . Its really down to earth, i prep along the same lines

[@JW-ls1do]

Just found your channel. Excellent! The one thing no one has mentioned are those of us in small places, apartments. Thank you.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching JW! I’ll try to do some videos specifically for folks that live in apartments!

[@mrcharrington1]

When prepping, redundancy is always a good idea.

[@curli-lettey4319]

Load up on box matches from dollar stores and dip them in clear nail polish (also can get at dollar store) to prevent from getting wet and still can make a fire when striked.

[@jazzyo819]

Do u dip the whole match or jus the tip?

[@curli-lettey4319]

@@jazzyo819 just the tip

[@JesusSaves7810]

Or dip in melted candle wax also flammable

[@SugarMapleForge]

Im glad I found your channel man! With recent events I've decided it's never to late to start prepping and your channel is so informational and straight forward! Super helpful! Much appreciated!

[@lylibu]

I’d love to see how to creatively store preps, I’m running out of room 🤪

[@diypreppertv]

Me too. I’ll have to give that some thought. I’ve already used most of my wall space…

[@gailntag]

Me too.

[@lauraann7816]

Over -the -door shoe holders are great. You can store medical supplies - Tylenol, Advil and cough syrup went fast last year in my area (NJ) it took quite a while to come back to the shelves. OraGel is good to have too. First aid items are also important. All of that is pretty lightweight and can go in the over -the -door organizers. Batteries and small flashlights and emergency candles with matches \lighters - can all be stored on a door - a good use of space.

[@ronicarbine8723]

Under bed. In the base of furniture. Park the car outside fill the garage. Clothes, candles,llanternsnin the attic.

[@bluuegirl4]

Great video. Can you do a video on what to prep for city living? Where apartments are small?

[@7e7e]

Paper is for #2. Cup up cloths to reuse in the bathroom and also get a set of cloth female pads and baby diapers, which you can hand wash and reuse.

[@greenwolf401]

If you store water in the big containers outside, keep in mind where it is located and your climate. Algae will form in the type of containers pictured and in the colder areas it may freeze and crack the containers. To prevent Algae you may need to paint or cover the containers. If they are buried, keep in mind that you will need a method to get the water up out of the containers.

[@zman8099]

Dont forget a blaster and all the party favors!

[@kathleenredick275]

I used to work 50 miles from my home. I always kept athletic shoes and sox in my car because I traveled on rural roads. I wasn't likely walking home, but at least one time it was 2 miles to a house to use their phone (pre cell phone days).

[@omegabae1293]

I don't have a baby but my cousin does and I added powdered milk for his benefit. Also, I have a can of powdered cat milk replacement w. bottle because after hurricane Maria I found 3 newborn kittens, umbilical cords still wet and raw. I tried so hard to save them, but by next morning they were all dead. So, yeah, still a bit traumatized about them.

[@omegabae1293]

Also, one extra container of white sugar for the bees. They go absolutely insane with hunger after a disaster. You can dissolve it in water and place it in a shallow pan with stones for landing, away from houses. Other animals may also benefit.

[@melodyclark4347]

@@omegabae1293 Thank you for this tip. I never thought about bees. I'll be checking the property for other critters needs. I get various wildlife, and also deer. God bless you.

[@ridgerunner106]

Did you can the kittens?

[@peekabootrishjones4254]

I just started prepping. I'm so happy I've started on all those

[@wendyhunter5313]

Wow! You are just amazing! - In one short video you just about covered EVERYTHING we need to know! I’m in Northern Ireland ☘️ & appreciate your video so much. Well done Young man! 👏👏👏👏

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Wendy! I'm glad I could help. Greetings from Texas!

[@TUNITMOM]

Great tips...Living in S FL, I was raised to be prepared for Hurricane season. A few years ago I purchased 3 portable bottle bidets, 1 for each family member in my house. Last year with the Great TP shortage they came in real handy. I think a Portable shower bag or something like a Big Kahuna water spray system would do wonders to help keep you clean in an emergency situation. I also took an Emergency/First-Aid Prep class and learned how to properly use a tourniquet. I added a few of those in my Emergency bag, being able to stop or slow a major bleed is critical along with knowing CPR and how to stiches. Adding a few packs of the "Zip-Stitch Sutures" in the First aid kit is good to help close a wound without stitches.

[@patriciatinkey2677]

I'm also in S FL, & have done a lot of prep over the years, but you have taught me a new trick here! Thanks for the Zip Stitch advice! I'm not great with bloody wounds, so being able to not actually have to stitch someone up would be a better solution for me. I got that medical manual, " What to do when no help is coming", but have not done the cpr course yet. Good luck & Stay Safe!

[@rhmacy]

Old prepper, new subscriber. Seems like every time I watch one of your videos, I add to my prep list. I look forward to checking out all of them. Keep up the good work. Thanks.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you!

[@JohnBohannon-db7qs]

I appreciate you JR thank you for your channel, I've learned a lot as a prepper, I hope you and your family are doing well,be safe my friend.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you John!

[@foxslayer321]

Absolutely need to own a Berky or Alexapure I know jerky is expensive but a great way to keep a good meat source Small solar generator to keep phones charged and some other small items like a lamp ext.

[@zanedzikonski4234]

I was mentally adding up how much all this was going to cost. I lost it when you said stockpile cash lol. A video on how to work though to prioritizing preps but still being paying off debt and stockpiling cash would be great

[@makaylatownsend9393]

A small goal would be an extra 100 a check. Take 20 and put it aside for spare cash. Take 50 and put it towards paying off debt. Then take the last 30 and put it towards preps. Some weeks may call for you to flip those numbers around but I think of that as a good guideline.

[@vanessawindle9694]

I put together a spreadsheet that I use to keep an inventory of what I have and what I need to prep and use different colors to prioritize future purchases. I also keep track of the costs which I update as prices increase. For insurance purposes and just so I can track the cost of my efforts. Also, because I have my preps concealed throughout my home rather than in a pantry or room the spreadsheet gives me the visual that I need to assess what I've got.

[@williamchallacombe8450]

Lots of solid information!! Thanks for sharing

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching, William!

[@AdventureswDucky]

Finally, someone mentions insecticides. You should also have rodenticides and fungicides to protect food stores and help with flood recovery. A flooded basement from a burst pipe is not to far off from hurricane recovery.

[@regalegos1221]

A friend of mine bought the sticky mats and taped them (sticky side facing) onto her buckets and food storage 👍

[@lifespanwellnessbeauty-60i64]

Most canned soups, veggies, etc. now come with pull tabs. I make sure I buy those as much as possible. But it's always good to have a regular can opener too, just in case.

[@davidblanchard5252]

Thank you JR.for your informational series, I enjoy listening to each and everyone.

[@RiceaRoni354]

Stock up on stereo cans. Sams sells them by the case. I also bought battery converters to use in case I run out of d or c size. I have a ton of smaller sizes

[@bethfromchicago8719]

You can use a sterno stove outside. Put a metal cooking sheet on a sturdy table or an empty charcoal grill. You need ventilation to use a sterno stove.

[@phosgene11]

I just added a 2.9 gallon water purifier to my stash running 3 filters good for 9000 gallons. With a pool out back at about 10K gallons I should be good for some time and have 50 gallons at the ready at all times. One thing I didn't see mentioned here was ammo and self defense which I think is equally important as anything else.

[@curli-lettey4319]

At the end he showed bullets, he didnt mention it.

[@jferris6184]

Storing foods in different ways, store bought, canning, dehydrating helpful. Babies can drink milk, my kids grew up healthy on vit.d milk, powered milk, pet milk also powdered potatoes, dehydrate and power veges. If you're a canner store water in empty jars when not in use.

[@meditationsoftheheart5798]

Very good list...however, if you make a lot of garbage you need to have a place and way of disposal to prevent rodent attraction. Burning might not be the best solution at first and burying may be difficult. Just a thought. Lots of garbage might attract more than rodents if people think you have more than you need...if you know what I mean.

[@monicaayres3833]

Another water idea is a manual well pump if you live in the country.

[@jameshanna8762]

Alkaline cells are good for use right now, but they WILL leak at some point, destroying adjacent cells and possibly the device they are in. Lithium cells are a far better choice for long term storage.

[@rae08]

Thanks for the tip

[@TheFlatlander440]

I use Case-Guard plastic ammo boxes that you would use to store ammo in after reloading. I use .223 and 9mm boxes. The .223 works to hold AA batts and the 9mm hold AAA batts. Just a thought since they have individual cells for each battery should they leak. Lithium batts are great but expensive and you have to have a charger. I just use good old Duracel alkaline batts.

[@jestinabainp572]

Hello from the Bahamas! Excellent video. It was simple and straight to the point. Loved it🇧🇸 🤗🇧🇸

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Jestina!

[@prepperdad80]

You are a wealth of knowledge sir! Thanks for the content!

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks Prepper Dad!

[@axelbrode4673]

Enjoying your channel. As a prepper, I am always looking for new ideas and information. Well done J.R.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks Axelbrode!

[@rj6683]

This guy has got his sh!! together, I love it.

[@MJ-my9sg]

Get a Berkey water filtration system. Bottled water will run out, a Berkey can purify swamp water! Also a couple of life straws. Next buy a solar battery with panels. You’re using the sun to recharge items not gasoline or propane.

[@SgtRudySmith31bRet]

Life straws are crap.

[@toniclanton832]

@@SgtRudySmith31bRet that's your opinion ! Not everyone likes every product ever marketed.

[@jmessenger919]

Berkeys are awesome but not affordable for a lot of folks. We bought one years ago at tax time. However!! I saw a video on here with a guy who made his own DIY Berkey with food grade buckets, and filters, and it was maybe 70 bucks total. I have no idea which channel it was but I'm sure you could search and find it. I was pretty floored to be honest.

[@garycooper9207]

Love prepping. My dad use to hunt, fish, farm veggies, pick mushrooms and berries so I learned that while growing up. I live in Europe and I encourage everyone to prep but many think they don't need to. My advice is to study on etable herbs. Internet gives you good information what you can pick and their medicinal and nutritional value. Happy prepping everyone. 🇫🇮

[@donnajones7053]

I'm taking notes

[@mfar3016]

Have a little stash of zip ties, super glue, there’s something called shoe goo, which will keep your shoes/workboots maintained. Also, small creature comforts that you don’t want to have to live without, like chapstick, baby powder, or whatever stuff you’ve grown to rely on.

[@lylehedin]

Really sensible ideas and suggestions! Really PRACTICAL advice! While I am not very mechanical inclined my father-in-law had many tools and I have gathered up a large assortment of many different versatile hand tools.

[@mhernandez3078]

I don't have babies are grown but I do have put away a few diapers for the grandkids. I heard on a different video it's better stock the bigger diapers cause you can tape a big diaper on a small child rather than a tiny diaper on bigger kid😊 just sayin

[@diypreppertv]

Very good point.

[@regalegos1221]

Don't need diapers they are expensive and also bad for the environment. People need to start using proper cloth nappies like the good ole days and wash them through. Other diapers are lazy and will cause so many disgusting trash issues. People need to go back to basics instead of relying on convenience.

[@angelsgarden3000]

Dollar tree has tap lights that work great for putting in the bathroom incase the lights go out. I dont have a window in our bathroom so I stick them near the door and flush.

[@sh-k2739]

Feminine monthly products. It's not like they'll go bad lol.

[@grannygoose3532]

And they serve multi purposes ie wounds

[@rwrp]

@@grannygoose3532 so one can’t stalk the menopausal women for their leftover supplies like someone looking for a parking spot at a busy lot. Lol

[@jimmysapien9961]

Condoms !!!!!!

[@mamadoom9724]

Menstrual cups can be a lifesaver if we run out of tampons and pads

[@MFStarr]

Absolutely! I got enough to last me til menopause 😂

[@selenepickins4874]

Just found tour channel! My 1st visit won't be my last. Tyvm for a great, right to the point video!!

[@breakdown7153]

And don't forget your propane accessories But seriously having adapters for different tank options for your cooking surface is nice.

[@Youshallbefilled]

This isn’t a item but please check on your elderly neighbors. Help them cut the grass! Whatever they might need. Get more food to help others that cannot help themselves.

[@kennaoconnor4633]

Amen! Mine is 95 and my family lives with her full time to take care of her. Her doctor said she’s in perfect health. Praise God.

[@Youshallbefilled]

@@kennaoconnor4633 what a blessing! As I see the prices of food go up I know their social security is NOT. They are not getting the help they deserve. Let’s put those that cross the border in hotels while our veterans are on the street. I know. A entire new subject but this country is upside down and I’m angry about it. They are blaming the unvaccinated but allowing them to come over undocumented every where in America bringing in God only knows what. Where is the common sense? Not so common. I sit back and am horrified how people think now. Selfish , self centered and only worry about themselves. You cannot pray away Gods judgement. God bless you and yours.

[@Favorite-catNip]

As a single Mom the nicest thing to do for someone. My lawnmower broke. My neighbor farmer. Came and ran through part of backyard. I almost cried.another one came and sharpened up the blade and tune up. It was a true blessing.moms r all busy. But was a enormous relief. Kids need to know how to work on stuff also.

[@Irideonandon]

Yes. I agree. When SHTF, like if civilization is collapsing or Zombies are coming, make sure you mow your elderly neighbors grass...

[@Youshallbefilled]

@@Irideonandon Obviously common sense isn’t so common.

[@bmxmom32]

Moving blankets are cheap and have tons of uses. Don’t forget DUCK Tape 😂

[@coreymason3272]

I forget the name but they make 5gln bucket lids that are setup to create a vacuum in the bucket for longterm storage.

[@Summerisyellow]

Gamma lids or air tight lids (Home Depot name)

[@coreymason3272]

@lavernelide3202 Thanks!

[@learningtolivebetterkarasway]

When it comes to dippers when SHTF cloth dippers and liners for them are a great back up.

[@amberkat8147]

Do you mean diapers?

[@derekbootle8316]

"We can eat anything that's edible"....wiser words never said.

[@timbrook7810]

Baby/incontinence wipes come in handy when you have to go prolonged days without a shower.

[@lyndarina9839]

North Carolina subscriber here. Thanks for another excellent video. I had not thought about bug spray but that would be invaluable here in the South if the electrical grid goes down. I do question your suggestion about stocking up on packs of those flimsy little plastic water bottles even as a temporary measure. My own experience is that the thin, cheap water bottles I purchased started leaking in my pantry within a year of purchase. Rather than wasting money on those flimsy plastic bottles, perhaps everyone should be encouraged to immediately go ahead and get some dependable water storage containers like the aqua bricks or water bricks that you suggested. I would hate for anyone else to find their emergency water supply leaked out on the floor like I did.

[@diypreppertv]

Yeah, I think I should have been more clear about the water bottles. We usually only stock around 2-3 week’s worth and rotate through it constantly. They are not a set and forget item.

[@mhernandez3078]

One day my kids and I came home to a mess of water.. Well, our dog Duck (a huge chocolate lab/pit) had chewed up 2 cases of water bottles.. there was empty and full water bottles and water all over the floor, it was a DISASTER..🤣🤣 Darn dog...so now we just fill up the 5 3 and 1 gallon jugs...

[@RiceaRoni354]

Just ordered a berkey after I’d saved enough

[@lyndarina9839]

@@mhernandez3078 Several years ago my black lab ate my husband’s eye glasses so I feel your pain. I love “Duke” but he will chew up anything with our scent on it. Good luck keeping those bigger gallon jugs safe from Duck. ❤️

[@robertmill7755]

I stopped buying the plastic milk jug type water jugs. I switched to the 1 gallon Crystal Geyser for bottled water as well as cases of the 16.9 Oz water bottles. All of the milk type water containers start leaking around the 3 month mark. I’ve had Crystal Geyser stored for over 2 years. No leaks yet. Arrowhead and similar made out of the thicker clear plastic holds up too. Assuming you treat the bottles carefully.

[@electromech7335]

I just got done camping and used the reliance 7 gal jug. I like the wide fill hole and the vent plug is large and has a tab on it to keep it from getting lost. I give it 5 of 5 stars. Water brick is a good idea not a functional product. Cant dump all the water out. Handle is flimsy and you bang your hand on the cap.

[@1Daryle]

1st time here, fr south central 🇨🇦

[@living4mylord]

Good refresher/check list. Thanks.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching!

[@laurakelso9652]

Dry milk with added vitamins (It might be called Nido, sorry not sure but sold at Sam's in baby section ) extra reading glasses, portable toliet (in case of water shut down) Solar charging Battery packs for phone charging or other communication devices such as Ham Radios . Cigarettes, Coffee and Alcohol (good barter items), tents (can be set up inside to stay warmer during any winter power outages) , firewood and fire extinguishers , carbon monoxide detectors inside of the home , good walking shoes or snake boots for wooded areas.

[@lynnbrown9156]

I have saved so much money from my dollar tree.yesterday I did a 72 hour bag.every month I buy 5 things to stock up, check your door tree stores before it's all gone.thks JR

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for commenting Lynn!

[@gitouttamycage9221]

A portable air compressor is helpful for vehicular maintenance in case you need to skiddadle. Butterfly strips are easier than keeping suture supplies on hand, especially if you have never stitched flesh back together before. It's always best to practice survival skills before you need to but not too many would volunteer to let you practice your sewing skills on them...

[@brianf7668]

Found you again. Subscribed previously…but so many channels out there. SE Kentucky here--get ready folks….it’s coming.

[@diypreppertv]

Hello again Brian!

[@russisaac813]

Great post, I'm using this vid right now as my check list. Thanks for posting.

[@deborahjones2330]

Today’s Word of Wisdom….. GET STOCKED BEFORE THE LOCK

[@mskulagal]

Awesome video! I learned a lot to get started in a very organized manner. New subscriber from Arizona!

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for subbing mskulagal! Greetings from Texas!

[@choctaw2sticks193]

I sure do like that old vise behind ya, those old draw planes are nice too... keep on preppin..good video.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Kevin!

[@FORTRAN4ever]

If storing gasoline longterm, be sure to add, per bottle instructions, gasoline stabilizer to prevent stale gasoline from ruining the engine.

[@susanyoung211]

Where would you find that?

[@marmad8232]

@@susanyoung211 auto zone, o’reillys, pep boys. Should find them Anywhere they sell gas cans

[@susanyoung211]

@@marmad8232 thanks!

[@FORTRAN4ever]

@@susanyoung211 Also in the garden section of Walmart.

[@laanierhae]

Someone below said multivitamins. I'd add probiotics as well. Definitely good to have on hand for changes in your diet or environment.

[@lizzetttesidor2456]

Thanks👍

[@jmessenger919]

Anyone else taking notes like me? LOL thanks for all this awesome info as always. :D

[@michaelflagulant]

EMERGEN-C packets to fight off scurvy from not having vitamen c.

[@amberkat8147]

Also helps to know some local plants that edible and good sources of vitamin C. Most pine trees- but be careful, some are not!- any member of the mint family, rose hips, etc. Combined those cover year-round. Just make sure it's not the wrong kind of pine tree- Yew, ponderosa, and I think there might be one or two more you need to avoid. Most other types of pine and spruce are fine.

[@apexoutdooradventuresa.o.a2574]

We need a video on how to get ALL of these items on a fixed single income because a full time 40-60 hr wk to pay bills plus get all of these things seems like a real issue? Not particularly for myself “Central Mn” but for others who may not know how to accomplish this? Thanks for your time 🙏

[@nvalles2565]

Go through the dollar tree. For example, I went in there today. Beans for one pound, $1. In the grocery 1.49. I don’t eat too many bean but for an emergency it’s protein. Pasta and rice too. Dollar tree gas lots of the stuff he mentions.

[@starlightlynn30]

Been prepping for years and at moment trying to on my very limited budget, not easy.

[@AngelaH2222]

Good general vid, one thing to mention is that those rubber washing up gloves break down, I had to throw away a bunch before even using them. I have no idea whether the old standby of mylar bags would keep them for longer. Though that might be a case of overkill.....

[@jo-annreynolds9852]

Great job young man

[@msmissy143]

Definitely have plenty of the last one. 👍

[@milliemrrobinson1074]

Hey Jr! I had a friend recommend buying baby wipes at the dollar tree, I think they are Huggies brand, anyway, you can use those if you aren't able to take a shower. I think she mentioned you get more in the package than the other brands they have, but it's still good to have something just to clean up and refresh yourself. I like the water bricks, but man alive!, they get heavy! I'm a little ol lady, and they end up weighing more than I do! But I'm still going to use them! Thanks for another great video! 👍

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you RM!

[@KittyF80]

I just bought 400 wipes for $24. I found them in the swimming and camping section at my local Walmart. Not baby wipes, but wipes intended for general body cleaning after a day at the beach.

[@TJSquatchy-QueenoftheSasquatch]

Baby wipes will dry out sometimes even before you open them. You can add a mixture of water and liquid hand soap to moisten them again. Best wishes~

[@jferris6184]

@@TJSquatchy-QueenoftheSasquatch keep liquid baby soap with wipes for those who want a gentle soap.

[@amyphillips9633]

You get a much better deal on wipes at Walmart or sams. ! I would also say get u a kerosene lamp or heater. , for light and heat and maybe cooking. !

[@patriciasweet151]

Yes solar lights but check them some do have a battery in them. Point flashlight towards ceiling. More light than just pointing it.