15 Items Every Prepper Should Hoard

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In today's video, Sootch goes over his top 15 things that all preppers should have on hand - and maybe even hoard.
1. Toilet paper
2. Duct tape
3. Lighters
4. Batteries
5. Flashlights
6. Candles
7. Bleach
8. Plastic bags
9. Tarps
10. Socks
11. Salt
12. Heirloom seeds
13. Propane
14. Lantern, lamp wicks, and lamp oil
15. Cordage
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[@lynnlamont3485]

That's the first thing, but you have to put that knowledge to good use. That requires action. For instance, I garden and have done so for many years. I propagate plants too. It's not rocket science but you don't need to wait until shtf to start gardening. It takes some experience to be good at it, to find what works best in your area, and how to deal with problems that can arise. I also preserve my food and that takes a bit of practice. Nobody is getting the best of me if I can help it. 😊. When the going gets tough, the tough get going. 😊

[@sashaarr7122]

Thank you and God bless you and your family

[@gerard8496]

YES YES I SEE IT we judge them on they,re stealt,camo and building a high end survival camp ,then you must swear to the group your word that we all survive or we crumble to the opposing force that want our land, life ,liberty and lasting love for the united states of america.

[@jeffreywhite7899]

My personal rules: 1. Never tell anyone what or everything that you have. 2. Never keep everything in the same place. 3. Where possible always buy food and ammo in bulk, other things also.4. When trading always keep someback for yourself and refer back to rule1. 5. Never , ever trust anyone completely.

[@grampydeathblade2217]

Fortune favors the bold but Victory favors the prepared mind. though you confuse me with that odd word at the end of #5 c...c...c i cant even write it LOL (DTA)

[@penelopegrier5073]

I agree, especially with #5. I keep telling my son to stop telling his friends when we get something. His friends are great, but I don't trust their mom at all.

[@c0nham]

@@penelopegrier5073Oops I never thought about my kids friends! thanks for the tip !

[@MarioGarcia-ip6qx]

I trusted a stripper once........once!

[@servantamyplant4474]

@@penelopegrier5073 yes, good one! You can trust one person, but that person knows 20 others, and they know 20 other, and that goes on and on!

[@jojoe2409]

I used to think preppers were crazy until this year.

[@skullzbro2343]

Man you where just uneducated like a lot of people.

[@jojoe2409]

@@skullzbro2343 I agree. Thanks.

[@skullzbro2343]

@@jojoe2409 your welcome

[@Eli-ip3jx]

@@skullzbro2343 the prepers are 100 percent correct in light of recent events

[@ensignj3242]

Yep! For years family and friends have teased me about all my prepping -that is until China virus hit. Now people think I’m “lucky”.

[@autumnsimms3402]

You are the first person to say that donating socks to the houseless is essential. Thank you.

[@ribbetribbet1161]

And I quote, "(name), you know what I could really use is some socks." This exact quote was said to me after supplying a homeless person with a McDonald's breakfast while visiting Savannah Georgia. I did not know how important socks really are to the homeless until this moment. Another thing that is extremely important to homeless that needs to be taken away is their dope.

[@that1electrician]

​@@ribbetribbet1161 it's insane how much the homeless population has exploded here in CA in the last 5 years. They are everywhere. I get asked for money 10x a day and back in the day I used to hook people up from time to time. Now I just simply explain to them that there are way too many of you to support, and my rent and cost of living for my family is high enough already. They tend to leave me alone after I snap at them about how hard I work to maintain what I have. I've seen some get really aggressive with some people when asking for money- to the point where I start to feel uncomfortable about it and ask them if they are OK and what the problem is. California lawmakers and politicians are 100% aware that the majority of homeless CHOOSE to live like that and stay high/drunk 24/7. They don't care. They just keep passing more and more legislation and bills that support their way of life and hand out EBT cards, cell phones, Ipads, SSI, new clothes, food and water, weekend hotel passes, etc ad nauseum. We're tired of it. Looking to move to a free state soon!

[@Wil_Liam1]

That's "homeless" you sjw..

[@c.e.benson3263]

Here in Vermont it's almost doubled but we also have Alot of heroine addicts and alcoholics. Not I any way saying all homeless are addicts....but there are many!!

[@ced4589]

@that1electrician same here. Northern California. The Democratic Party has literally lost its mind. I've been Dem since I was a child, but not anymore. They've gone insane in the last 7 years.

[@MB-wf8si]

A little note from a farmer about seeds/survival seed packs. Don't waste your money on the packs advertised for long shelf life or those with huge numbers of seeds advertised on the pack. 10 000 seeds seems a lot, but they are mostly salad seeds and aren't worth a lot. Plus, those are from the big seed suppliers are are more adapted to India where most of them are grown than to America. Trust me, I know my seeds! I run a small organic market garden from my little plot of land and it keep us all in food all year round as well as make most of my income from farmer's market. What I do and advise people to do is hand-pick a few heirloom seeds from a local source or someone you know grew them locally so they are adapted to the growing conditions of your area. It really does matter in the end. Get some seed packs before they are sold out - they always end up being sold out. Put them in your own mylar bags or vacuum sealed bags and they will be as good as those expensive packs full of lettuce seeds. From my perspective, having a widespread access to food we can grow without mechanical means to give abundant nutrition is key to keep us both safe and independent. Hungry people are easily led astray. Anyone interested in buying heirloom seeds grown by a farmer and intended to be grown in a non-commercial, organic setting can go visit my store: ethosseed.com. Those are ALL seeds I harvested from my own land year to year to grow my plants for my market garden (except the certified organic ones, those are from another friend of mine who is certified. I don't have the budget to do this). Cheers and stay safe my friends.

[@stevenschnepp576]

Seeds for long-term storage always seemed like a losing proposition to me. If you're storing them long-term, you're not growing them - and it takes at least two years for the average person to start getting decent at growing crops from seed.

[@lajwantishahani1225]

I'm in India and we mostly get hybrid seeds here, strangely I haven't had any success with the organic seeds. Plus those require special soil amendments etc so not worth it in a shtf situation. Occasionally I find fresh heirloom vegetables at the local stores and try to save seeds. I also treasure any heirloom seeds passed on to me by local farmers which grow abundantly in my garden.

[@mariatorres9789]

@@lajwantishahani1225 Sounds like bad a soil situation. Maybe you're using a strange mulch?

[@SoapSavage]

Thank you so much for this advise.

[@MooKau_]

Tarps - Write in sharpie in the top corner facing outwards the dimensions of the tarp... saves you guessing, and you get the right size at a quick glance

[@tomschonborg439]

Sometimes Harbor Freight has small tarps on sale for dirt cheap. Whenever they go on sale, I buy a few.

[@jerryd8020]

Thats smart!

[@GypV]

Lol, I have ALWAYS done that for my fitted and top bed sheets! We have various bed sizes, and many sheets throughout the years. Really helps with organization! Funny, I would not have thought to do that on the corner of tarps! Duh, thanks for the tip! 🙂

[@dougefresh133]

Sharpies should be on his list.

[@jacka55six60]

Thought I was the only one that did that.

[@norsen5517]

Gloves. All kinds of gloves from working gloves to medical gloves to food handling gloves

[@nolongerhave-couth4771]

Soft, washable gloves for sanitary cleaning.

[@jasondurden7384]

Why? What are you gonna do? Be a hand model? You better build those callouses son

[@zachmdful]

@@jasondurden7384 For warmth and sanitary reasons?

[@drewc5576]

I read this comment just after he said there isn’t really a good alternative to toilet paper and it was great 😂

[@jasondurden7384]

@@drewc5576 🤣🤣🤣

[@garylocke4302]

Baking soda is another great item to have. A lot of different uses for it. From first aid to sanitary.

[@everydaysurvival157]

And vinegar and know how to make your own apple cider vinegar

[@queenep]

And vinegar 😉

[@SomeBuddy777]

Very good for washing laundry!

[@robincolston1273]

Baking soda and vinegar make a paste use for poison oak don't rub let sit then rise off

[@KaiTom6410]

Or pet bottle bombs

[@treeskier7971]

Something to consider is having color printed google earth satellite pictures of your surrounding areas. Having truly localized pictures of the neighborhoods, intersections, built up areas around your primary location can come in handy if you have to find water, ingress and egress areas, etc.

[@suegornik-bx4pw]

Add a compass along with the maps if you are traveling and learn to use a compass.

[@GreenMeanClean]

Or a map.

[@kristinaviolette5081]

I really like this idea. I've never heard anyone mention this. I have looked at my immediate neighborhood but it didn't occur to me to print them out. Thanks

[@ColinCavanaugh]

Good idea

[@andreaslange8256]

I prefer drone + some battery packs. But indeed a good idea.

[@jude7321]

Insert 3 tapered candles into a can of Crisco, all the way to the bottom. It'll burn for a very long time. God bless 💕 🌿

[@melodyclark4347]

@Jude thanks for the tip. God bless you.

[@sonyariggs5925]

Bacon grease candles also work well.

[@britskihambone8158]

Nice!!!

[@nickkrug8157]

BUT DO NOT EAT / Use CRISCO / margarine for food ....its causes inflammation and plaques on your blood vessels, NOT cholesterol... It's one of those massive lies spread around..

[@theodoremartin6153]

Wrap a penny in a piece of cloth , Put in metal jar lid . Pour in vegetable oil or any oil . Light up. makes a fast light source . Smokey and crude but effective.

[@adamxaiver]

One thing that is critical to your medical kit is a good book. You can get an EMT book for under $100 and it has everything you need to know about emergency medicine. It does no good having a medical kit and not knowing how to use it.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

True but just adding a book can give a false sense of being prepared. If you pack the book away when you get it and only open it when the need to know the info arises, you could very well find yourself reading/looking at the pics and saying ok now how the hell do I make this work. Meanwhile a family member is gushing blood, choking or whatever...Get familiar with what is in the book before you need to use it, buy some cheaper medical supplies and practice how you would stop bleeding ect before you are frazzled and trying to put the info into plactical use.

[@Rocky-or4rz]

great idea. that would be very useful in many ways for sure.

[@t84t748748t6]

few good books always importent because u gonne get bored in a shelter

[@danabuck6461]

As a CPR and first aid instructor for 20 years, taking a course of each is imperative.

[@brandyprice7578]

THRIFTBOOKS guys! Out of everything I have my books are the most valuable besides my medical supplies and weapons. I have multiple EMT text books that cost over 100 brand new but I spend 4 dollars on. That website has it all and if you buy 15 dollars worth of books you get free shipping. So I usually get 2-3 books for that. They also have points so I get free books just buying from them and it's just an email sign up to get it!

[@SensaiMan]

A survival blanket is very helpful especially if living in a cold climate. It can also be used as a shelter.

[@Gerard-Red]

I think the best thing to stock on is good will, good neighbours and good friends. Do not just selfishly prepare yourself. Teach your family and your surrounding connections the need to be prepared. If they are prepared too, then they come to help, instead of coming to get help from you. You can also give survival presents, torches, emergency gas stoves with a box of gas bottles, first aid kits, survival books, seeds, garden tools, battery operated or wind up radios, multitools, survival knives, camping gear, back paks, etc. When you buy staff for yourself also buy more for your friends and relatives. Salt, honey, matches, candles, plastic bags are cheap when all is good and GOLD items when when TSHTF. So you can give it away to the people you love, sell it or exchange in the bad situations. If you are a good heart person, then you will have a few friends around you, they are part of your shield. Cultivate good will. It can save your life and get you out of misery.

[@annedonnellan6876]

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[@jswhosoever4533]

Good philosophy, but I've tried to teach people many times...mostly family. Do you know how many times I've heard, "if something happens, I'll just come to your house"?? Not happening.

[@davesharp9656]

Most people are just not interested in preparing for the future even with proof, they are existentialists and laugh.

[@Educationsupport]

.Many can barely afford to prep for themselves, their spouse and kids, let alone all thier family and friends, and friends friends. If they're not prepping, they're dead weight. Best to Buy small mylar bags to fill with beans and rice to hand out 1 or 2 and say sorry that's all I can give you. Make sure your main food is well hidden, not in Your attic and garage where thieves will look

[@Gerard-Red]

@@Educationsupport Wise thinking.

[@sonyariggs5925]

Keep the toliet paper cardboard and fill it with the lint and dryer sheets from the dryer. It can act as a fire starter.

[@mskittyjudy6943]

Hey, tx..............

[@christiankimmerle]

It will not catch a spark. You will need a flame to light it. I’ve tried multiple times and have been unsuccessful.

[@katherinewillie9776]

Somebody is thinking!

[@cmcolfax1]

I learned that in Cub Scouts in the 80's!

[@melissajennings8999]

@@christiankimmerle if u carry hand sanitizer, it will catch no problems, even in damp conditions!

[@l.peytonadams8570]

We had 17 days without power in an ice storm with roads too click to move, no gasoline to be had, 3500 power poles down in the region, and nothing but a crank radio for updates. Now most have emergency generators locally. Now new service stations have emergency generators. Last time one station had it and police, fire, and ambulances filled up there. Oxygen tanks were hand carried through streets with trees blocking to patients running out of battery power. Sick folks are vulnerable quickly. Elderly without power are quickly in trouble. We had an elderly man refuse to be evacuated. He was found wearing every coat he owned in a trailer hugging a hot water tank frozen to death. We had a kerosene heater, 10 days supply, a full tank of vehicle gas knowing it was coming by listening to weather, a Coleman camp stove, 12 propane tanks, the front porch in boxes as a refrigerator since it was that cold, a lugable loo using cat litter and a 5 gallon bucket, water stored just in case, and lots of soups, and camping food pouches. We ate things in the freezer that would go bad if not cooked, and had candles, a kerosene lamp, and emergency lights with a solar panel portable to charge cell phones that struggled since the towers were many of them down and landlines wer lying in the driveway from trees taking down the wires. Crime was not a concern since criminals could not move either. I had my mom under 4 blankets near the kerosene heater and we took turns sitting up all night with her to watch the heater and the house. We had refilled prescription medicine just before the storm and could ride it out. I had an extra 18 inches of insulation in the house and the snow capped with ice insulated us further. You can survive with planning and training. Your brain is your best weapon.

[@glytzhkof]

Wow, was this Alaska?

[@timothylongmore7325]

Sounds like the solar flare that took out the north east. We heard a lot of problems people were having but we're hill folk and it was a minor inconveniance for us. Mostly for the kids but we had a crappy little coleman generator that would run the tv and vcr ( cartoons ) Bottom line I was a prepper way before we called ourselves preppers. We were back -to - basic survivalist hippy types. Wood stove , dug well , freezer full of beef and game. I felt "smart" and proud my family had everything they really needed

[@tomjones239]

I want to recommend a radio that has top notch AM reception and great reception overall. It also receives shortwave broadcasts and FM. AM reception might be extremely useful in the future because you can get breaking news from up to 1000 miles away and easily within 700 miles. This radio is excellent. Search Amazon for the Eton Executive Traveler. This radio is on closeout sale. The price has dropped from 69-79 bucks to only 35. You cannot go wrong with this one. Buy rechargeable AA batteries for this if you plan to listen a lot and get regular AAs for backup and power failures. It uses 4 AA batteries and will fit in a shirt pocket. It doesn`t come with an AC adapter. Very sensitive radios like this don`t usually work well with adapters on AM/shortwave because it causes static. I don`t have an adapter so I don`t know how it works with this particular model. You won`t find a better AM radio of this size and price range. After this model is sold out you`ll have to pay twice as much for the new version, the Eton Elite Traveler, so get one before they`re gone. 35 bucks is a steal! I`m an avid AM listener and I know what I`m talking about.

[@timothylongmore7325]

@@tomjones239 Good idea Tom. I don't have a good radio , or a bad radio that runs on batteries. For a long term disaster fuel will run out for cars and generators and that might be the only way to get news.

[@ryangougeon361]

buy the book "One second after" by William Forsthen. It will give you some great insight into a very realistic scenario.

[@timothywalsh1001]

Zip lock bags. Not just food storage but to prevent moisture from contents. Larger ones can fit socks, undies..a t-shirt and pants. or a sweater.

[@davidchester429]

I very rarely hear anyone mention fire extinguishers in prepping. Especially given candles and fires I'm putting back smoke alarms, batteries, carbon monoxide alarms and an extinguisher for each room. Also a small extinguisher makes a good covert weapon

[@rebeccahernandez3460]

That's a great idea. I didn't even think of those, but they are very important especially if you have to bug in.

[@anomilumiimulimona2924]

I wpuldent consider any type but c02 for defencive purposes.

[@davidchester429]

@@orosedobheathaabhaile haha in terms of immediate threats I'd rather defend my home from 20 people than be charcoal in a shell of a home

[@orosedobheathaabhaile]

@@davidchester429 Good point. The whole idea is terrifying to me.

[@dingfeldersmurfalot4560]

Carbon monoxide alarms in every room is a good idea. I've read of people dying in unventilated or even poorly ventilated rooms that had probably been slept in thousands of times before. Weird stuff does happen.

[@patriciamcintrosh1065]

When I started prepping several years ago, one of the first thing I bought was toilet paper, paper towels, lots of food and seasonings. You can eat rice and beans every day. but if you don't have something to change the taste you start eating less and less. Lots of batteries. Solar charge radio, Oil lamps, candles and lots of lighters, matches etc. Each stocking run is for something different. medical supples one time, food the next and water the next. Even if you you only spend $5.00 a week, it builds up fast.

[@Willbkool]

"Are we having rice and beans again?" "No. Today we are having beans and rice." lol

[@stevenellsworth7614]

You are prepared good job.

[@phantombearr8ghost674]

dollar store batteries are just as good as the name brand

[@mrswilliamstoyou3325]

@@phantombearr8ghost674 Nope. They die about two hours before name brand do.

[@got2btru964]

In famine, not knowing how long you must live on your available food, no one gets 3 squares. Food is rationed from the beginning and because we are big, fat, spoiled Americans, used to eating and snacking whenever, this will at first be psychologically traumatic but there must be a food-Nazi (guard) who does not budge on the proposed proportions. In this scenario, all are hungry most of the time and rarely or never full like we are used to. We WILL lose weight and rice and beans will look fantastic even if we never have anything else. Of course, scurvy and beri-beri will be a factor, so small amounts of dandelion or plantain leaves may help and rice with the husks (brown rice) prevents beri-beri as well as other sources of vitamin B.

[@dboutier5636]

It is super easy to pop, the cardboard center of the toilet paper out and then you can flatten them. You can store twice as many rolls in the original bag. They roll a little wonky when you use them but they’re perfectly acceptable. I keep a few on the cardboard roll for the guest bathroom.

[@anna-uc1ex]

thanks for getting straight to the point and not dragging this video out, very useful!! 💕

[@wtywatoad]

Buy (at least) one pair of cheap condiment squeeze bottles. Should you run out of toilet paper, you can fill the bottles with water and spray your bum clean.

[@djshiva]

Hahahahaha. Cheap bidet.

[@sieratango4043]

Get a pump up bug sprayer... holds more and more pressure to "clean"...

[@wtywatoad]

@Himself Lee And how long will those last?

[@johnkennedy1377]

A hand held bidet, very smart.

[@wtywatoad]

@Kali Southpaw I'm looking at a box of 900 wipes in my pantry. Assuming that I have a family of four, and that each family member uses only three per day, the wipes will last 75 days (2 1/2 months). Obviously, wipes are good to have, for a several reasons, but the bottles are a inexpensive, lightweight, and portable, long term solution. Let's hope they're never needed for that purpose!

[@susangilbert1392]

I love all the comments. I have learned as much from the comments section as I did from the video.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

yep always good comments here

[@keithgabel755]

Consider storing cotton balls rolled in petroleum jelly and stored in a baggie or other storage device to use as fire starters, too. Compact, easy to store, pretty reliable and pretty easy to use with either a match or your ferro rod. We re-use medicine pill bottles to store things like matches or other small objects because they can be sealed/vacuum-sealed and they don’t take up much space. Altoid tins are another great way to store things and they can be sealed up, too, so the contents are protected. Also, be sure to keep 1-2 pairs of scissors handy if you plan to use a lot of vacuum-sealed items; the scissors will ensure you have a way to get the bags open and for small operations like that are generally safer than using a knife. Lastly, remember that most knife-cutting accidents occur because people are trying to cut with a dull blade. Be sure to keep your knives sharp and have some way to sharpen them as they dull. “Blessed be the Lord my Rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle--” Psalm 144:1

[@leighanneboles4386]

Awesome thank you

[@ArcherBowman]

Reminder: Liquid bleach has a shelf life of only +/- 1 year. It turns back into water. Instead, find powdered Calcium Hypochlorite. It is a powdered form of bleach that goes a long way and has an indefinite shelf life. Take care!

[@jamesschmehl5972]

It can also be used for scrub down when the dust settles after a nuke.

[@ArcherBowman]

@@jamesschmehl5972 lol, I imagine so. We may get front row seats.

[@jdoggins23]

It’s really great that you recommended going out of the way to donate socks to your local homeless shelters. Many don’t realize just how close most of us really are to facing homelessness and when in that situation, people need all the help they can get to get stable once again. So I commend you for showing empathy to our neighbors. Thank you.

[@jdoggins23]

@@Stefan-wc5dk Not true. I donate clean, useable clothing/bedding to a local shelter and I know that that clothing goes directly to those in need. How do I know? Because I also know people who work there. While it’s true that not all charities are legit, it is also tru that more likely than not, the charity is actually there to help.

[@josef2012]

@@Stefan-wc5dk Citation needed there,Mother Theresa.

[@domhuckle]

Guy just went up a notch when he said donate to the homeless. Legend

[@patrisha7487]

Please understand that Goodwill is NOT a charity! They are millionaires literally. An Ohio Goodwill owner has 9 stores, 8 in one county, and 1 in another county. They pay minimum wage with NO benefits. They are one of the fastest growing stores in the USA, along with the Dollar stores. What does that tell you about the economy? Give to the Salvation Army or another worthy homeless shelter. When our parents died, we donated to the Salvation Army & then I took my mother's clothing, many were new with tags & new slippers & donated to the Catholic charity St.Vincent de Paul. I watched the man take the items inside & out the back door Straight to the Dumpster. This was summer 2016. We will NEVER donate to this organization ever again! So donate wisely.

[@sandyharmon3077]

Underwear for homeless also necessary.

[@havenretreat3256]

Ladies please let's not forget to stock up on tampons, panty liners, and pads... This is definitely an essential that I believe a lot of women overlook. There are many other uses for these items as well. Keep safe 🙏🏼

[@kaitlinblanco1759]

Reusable items such as cups create less waste

[@docb77]

Not just for the ladies, they're also good for first aid.

[@samkemper4812]

respectfully, i disagree in the sense of bleeding control

[@kaitlinblanco1759]

@A R nothing like a bloody Mary to get the heart started hey AR. I know you're a fan of them 😉

[@marylancelot]

Also it's important to learn about how they managed periods back in the day. You don't have to try them out, and hopefully never need to use one, but it's useful to know the basic concept of a sanitary belt and rags.

[@geminibacasdesigns2501]

Not sure if anyone mentioned these but, hunting supplies such as wire for trapping, fishing hooks & line, bow & arrows, wild edible/medicinal books, tinctures/meds, toothbrushes, chapstick, tools. Of course some of these things need too practiced and taught to your bug out family.

[@Anchor2012]

Hi, I saw your video as it was recommended on Project Avalon recently. I hope the following feedback is constructive: 1) You can omit worrying about toilet paper so much by just learning to wash the parts of your body that need washing with water. You can use soap too - but that would need to be added to your list. 2) You put a lot of effort into things that combust, but this also means you should have the means to extinguish fires - consider adding fire extinguishers and fire blankets. Rehearse. The only way to find out if you have done it right is to do realistic rehearsals.

[@cliveyb5326]

Mate, I have been watching your show for years, water is number one. Living in a rural NSW part of Aus. we rely on our 40 inches of annual rainfall to keep us hydrated for the year. Get yourselves a water tank and run the gutters into it. It is not rocket science and if your local council does not approve ...DO NOT tell them. I have not paid a local water bill for 12 years. Why the fuck should I pay a local political group for water that God provides ME for free? When there is a power outage I can still have a shower, flush the bog, make a cup of java, without the power because I have my 12 volt water system isolated and solar-powered independently from my incoming 240 volt supply with 2 truck batteries and an inverter.

[@everydaysurvival157]

Like your attitude i never understand how people let local government s prevent them from collect rain that falls on their house like there some kind of medieval kings . At a point rebellion must happen history is full of it keep rocking man

[@thepotato405]

A little late for the party but reaverse osmosis pump for the win! The ocean becomes your drinking fountain. Had one when i lived on the coast

[@tombeegeeeye5765]

40 inches of rain is a lot, Most of eastern North America gets 40 inches a year. I guess the real issue is frequency of rain during the entre year.

[@cliveyb5326]

@@tombeegeeeye5765 You're right, last year we went 8 months without useable rain, so we have to store what we get when it does rain. I'm waiting on the delivery of my fifth tank now.

[@olympiaeaton]

thanks for the advice - im in SEQld and have no idea how to setup the system you mentioned - I have just installed a 10,000L water tank and would love some advice mate!

[@lifewithmargot]

Also zip ties i never hear anyone mention that they work great for securing your tarp and many other random uses

[@billpearson6159]

Get large zip ties at home Depot or wherever. In a apocalypse situation, you never know if you need to restrain someone.

[@themanfromcabowabo1559]

@@billpearson6159 Harbor Freight all day long.

[@slevinchannel7589]

@@themanfromcabowabo1559 Prepper-Must-Watch: 'Some More News', especially the videos about Water running Out. And Unions?

[@csf7773]

bungee cords too

[@Arthurian.]

I have lots of zip ties and until i got a multi pack of them, i had no idea how useful they were!

[@focusbonheur6519]

Getting medical knowledge is really important, because knowing how to take care of yourself and your family goes beyond the medical kit.

[@nancymarshall4534]

First aid classes are available in many places. We all should know some basics. Keep some pain relievers handy. Something for pain and fever...especially if you have children.

[@focusbonheur6519]

Totally!

[@brianroberts5740]

Great list. Only item I think you forgot is small personal emergency blankets. The tin foil like type. Just remember to keep them in their original packages. There's no way you're ever gonna re-fold em up fit repacking them in the original little bag they came in. A whistle too. For every member.

[@JOBRAIL1]

Mylar blankets are also good for reflecting heat from a campfire or just insulation.

[@LangZyneJr]

Yes, Mylar blankets are key in cold climates. You can also cut them up and line the inside of your clothing (between layers) when it’s freezing and you don’t have heat.

[@DesmoProfundis]

These work for reflecting heat from car windows as well as the windows in your home. They will keep you cooler if you’re spending an extended time in your vehicle or on blistering hot days where the sun is baking your house. Even if your home is air conditioned, these will save you $ on the power bill.

[@thelasthuntsmanoutdoors]

One item I never see preppers talk about and I think it would definitely be useful for longer term SHTF it stockpiling vitamins/supplements. As things get rough and your meals may not be as nutritionally based having vitamins and such to supplement yourself would help with malnutrition and help you stay healthy.

[@texmex8220]

DEFINITELY useful items. I never see nutrition as a concern regarding food preps or survivalists. They always talk calories which are important but, IF it drags out longer, nutrition needs to come to the for front. Not hard to achieve with a relativey balanced diet tho

[@saltcreekammo]

Good idea

[@ilovejesuschristmysaviour2819]

Lol that's the only kind i use limited counter space.

[@brendaseigler3923]

Yes !

[@simpleman806]

Another thing about supplements, you can treat some stuff with them. I have rheumatoid arthritis, and control it via supplements and diet. Probably not as well as prescriptions, but I rather have joint damage than liver failure. I eat a lot of venison and 2 of the biggest supplement helpers are garlic and reshi mushroom. Also, those 2 really helps the immune system. Garlic can thin the blood, so clotting issue you'll have to watch for. Reshi should be fine for everyone unless you have a mushroom allergy

[@baileydillion9331]

Tip for candles . A large can of Crisco with 3 wicks inserted will burn for 72 days.

[@joec2015]

Oooo I did not know that. Good one! (really, 72 days?)

[@baileydillion9331]

@@joec2015 yes 72 days and burns clean

[@preppernovice3408]

Ok , is it solid ? How do you get the wick in it? Will it spoil since it is fat.

[@cathyrowe594]

@@preppernovice3408 It will spoil if opened. Best way is to keep the vegetable shortening (Crisco is too expensive, use a cheap brand) can closed so it won't go rancid. Have some emergency candles on hand to simply push down into the middle of the shortening when needed.

[@poundtheanvil]

Crayons will do in a pinch.

[@paulmackay7265]

Another really important thing to keep in mind is having a top quality hiking backpack as your Go-Bag. It makes such a big difference, not just in terms of keeping your supplies dry but a good one will distribute the weight well which will help conserve your energy. And pockets. No such thing as enough pockets on a good bag. I do week long hikes sometimes, so I have a pretty heavy load out. A well organized bags with a place for everything and everything in it's place really is a quality of life thing. Plus like almost anything in life, if you spend extra on quality it may last you a lifetime if you take good care of it.

[@explodingorder]

Great video! Working on compiling a master list of necessities for my family so this video was helpful.

[@petestrasser7287]

A book on indigenous medicinal plants for your area. Over half of modern pharmaceuticals are plant based. The local plants may save you.

[@Geeios1]

A book on knot tying.

[@yvonnetomenga5726]

@@Geeios1 - Or download an app such as Useful Knots. If you can keep your smartphone powered, you can save a lot more info on your phone.

[@nvalles2565]

I have one of these. Amazing how many plants are around that you can use to eat, medicine, other. Also read on how natives lived to learn from this also.

[@danielcluley870]

Hell yeah, Field guide on local edible and useful plants. Great one! Need to add that to my pile.

[@pmp2559]

@@yvonnetomenga5726 there's a little crank type generator to recharge cellphones, don't know how good they are tho

[@hughezzell10000]

I'm glad there's a prepper community, united or otherwise. Power and success to all of you.

[@cliveyb5326]

When I grew up in London in the 50's we were told the story of the wise virgins at Sunday school. I took that on board with the "measure twice cut once "mantra from the woodwork classes and was a prepper before I realized it. It was "be prepared " in scouts, but I soon learned you must be ready for the unexpected, the unimaginable, too. When my power goes out , the internet is down,the roads are flooded I can still feed the family for months.

[@wilkolb7239]

Also success without power. 😎

[@rickraub5448]

So true about learning gardening in an emergency. Start now. I started a garden 5 years ago. I've learned soooo much over time that is beneficial to keep a garden going. But it took time, learning from victories and from mistakes. It takes time to recognize nutrition deficiencies and how to treat, time to recognize plant disease and what to do to keep from spreading. How to keep plants going through cold weather for a early spring harvest. Start now friends. There's plenty info on KZbin.

[@wishingb5859]

I recommend putting foam insulation in your cellar windows and foam insulation around your pipes and over your water faucets. I have been heating my house with a Vornado on the main floor but haven't heated the cellar at all and I am not using the oil furnace, except for heating my water. I went down to the cellar last night to check the temp, since it was 8 degrees outside and my cellar is still 50-degrees. Very happy with that.

[@richardmerriam7044]

Emergency crank radio w/weather band. Could be a life saver.

[@seisiesmama9256]

already got one

[@susangoldhahn6437]

@1LT Trent where did u get it?

[@richardmerriam7044]

@Brian Moy NOAA sends emergency alerts to warn the population of potentially lethal weather conditions such as lightning, high winds etc.

[@mickjenner6697]

Eye glasses!!!!!! If you wear glasses or contacts , you better have pairs everywhere , because without them all this would be moot

[@raynechantel2738]

Zenni.com inexpensive glasses and you can get several pairs. I have sunglasses and clear Rx in all my vehicles!

[@mikeorjimmy2885]

@staehodgin I had Cataracts about 20 years ago. they replaced my lenses with ocular implants. Now I just need them to read, and a magnifier for really small print.

[@TUKByV]

I have someone in my house who needs glasses. They're pricey at the regular shops, and the last time the place took weeks, got the prescription wrong, and the other day one of the arms fell off, right after the warranty expired. Anyone have a source on affordable glasses? Dollar Tree doesn't have anything that works for her.

[@marjambham7903]

Mick Jenner true dat! I’m blind as a bat and keep glasses everywhere. Contacts are a temporary indulgence

[@mickjenner6697]

@@marjambham7903 I am fucked without reading glasses, taking out a splinter would be impossible, any basic skills would be impossible

[@CherryLifeSaver5746]

Also freeze grains, flour in freezer for a few days to kill bugs before storing.

[@Youronlydaddy]

I think the important prepping item if you're gonna be alone in the woods is a dog, the most unbeatable security alarm system anyone can have, he will keep you warm and hunt for you if well trained.

[@lauragesicki5499]

Great advice.

[@alexandramarberry1023]

And if he's poorly trained, as the vast majority of pets are, he'll alert others to your location, scare off any potential game, bolt towards strangers possibly provoking repercussions, etc. And whether trained or not he will always require additional food and water, could potentially become wounded and require care, needs ongoing vaccines and medications that will be difficult to obtain, and will leave waste that makes you easier to track by other people's dogs. I love dogs, but in a serious societal collapse kind of situation, I would consider it better in the long run to humanely put them down before heading out.

[@daddyplankton5855]

@Alexandra Marberry sounds about right I spoil my baby rotten so I'm screwed

[@SK-kh2rs]

@@alexandramarberry1023 spot on. Great for doomsday movies though

[@robertharris9074]

Right, I had a female rottweiler , Smart, low maintenance, loves family and kids, best security I ever had!

[@mikem.6340]

Having all of the essentials for survival is great, but having the "knowledge" on how to survive in the elements is paramount in staying alive. Learn as much as you can, then practice daily.

[@i__7444]

Exactly! take advantage of the internet while you can!

[@ralphday4842]

He who dies with the most cool stuff wins !

[@mcmarkmarkson7115]

Essential for survival is being ruthless and have a big group of friends for support. If you don't have friends, don't even bother prepping.

[@chronicmonkey]

I made waterproof matches by dipping them in wax. 😊

[@allengrant]

#1 item...your SILENCE !! Tell NO ONE what you have (save for your family, and BEST like-minded friends) !! Anonimity (sic) is your best friend.

[@pinsolomons]

It's amazing how few people "get" this...don't even tell your family until they need to know. Kids don't always understand personal responsibility about these things and tell their friends who pass it on to their parents.

[@iamkurgan1126]

@@pinsolomons Its not amazing at all that so few get this. Its the "herd" mentality that has us in this situation.

[@forpetessake3532]

Mikala Baker They will come anyway. If it gets bad enough

[@forpetessake3532]

pinsolomons They will find you if they get hungry enough.

[@iamkurgan1126]

@@forpetessake3532 Feel free to share the handouts bernie gives you

[@edt8535]

Sootch Ol‘ buddy, you’re doing a fantastic job! Thank you for all of your videos!! Ed

[@jwrosenbury]

This is the first prepper video I agree with. Helping one another is key. No one has all the skills they need to survive. It takes a community. You might add sheet plastic. It has 100 purposes and complements duck tape well. It is cheaper and more easily worked than tarps for things like collecting rainwater. You can even burn it as a fire starter in a pinch. Keep enough to build a shelter against poison gas.

[@cottoncox1435]

Something most people don't know-- When buying small batteries in packages, always look on the back. The big names will have a date. Some of these are already 2--3 years old. I have found "new" batteries at Walmart that was 4 years old. I'm just saying that you don't always get the full 10 year warranty.

[@billjonesjr8718]

Very true.

[@classicrocklover5615]

I've had Duracell batteries, stored properly, leak , still in package a few years ahead of their expiration date. I called and they replaced them for free.

[@leejones5863]

The free replacement of batteries is great before it all goes Pete tong, 😉

[@mikeorjimmy2885]

@@leejones5863 Dura Leak

[@TUKByV]

I check the date on pretty much anything that I purchase.

[@BigRed-oi6ky]

KZbin community is a better place because of you.

[@tristannotjass1025]

Andrew Gordon 3%!!

[@cn7449]

Yep, that way all the hillbillies gather in the comment section of his videos and keep away from the normal folks.

[@vlynnkepley4821]

Yes, to the socks. I went through so many pair each day after a hurricane. Also I keep laundry detergent, shampoo, feminine products etc on hand.. It is important too. Extra totes to throw supplies in and place in vehicle. A hot plate too in case you are going somewhere where electricity is available with a can opener and a few kitchen utensils. Long extension cords for generators if it is a localized outage, I have a lot of the Ryobi fans, batteries, and lights. I used them when we had a hurricane and I was able to recharge batteries with a generator. Looking at some solar set ups when they become available. Extra towels and rags to use and blankets. A few 5 gallon buckets and a wringer in case hand washing becomes needed. Extra underwear too.

[@mastery4living187]

Thank you for this video!! This is extremely informative. I've just recently started to prep and I've secured food rations for one year through 4Patriots and My Patriot Supply, along with exchangeable items from Costco (I rotate the things I normally eat with new purchases). I'm desperately trying to get my family to do the same. Again, thank you for sharing.

[@jaredevans4562]

Landscape solar lights are a cheep source are renewable light. Charge them by day and use them by night. (Extra rechargeable batteries are a nice plus for long term plan.)

[@jamiegray7387]

Very smart!

[@evanj8558]

Yes. I've had to bring them in a lot during power outages

[@rtrogers01]

Exactly what I have done and told others to do.

[@avanellehansen4525]

I have an armload from dollar store

[@bcarss1970]

GOOD ONE!

[@catherinelerch4917]

Diapers, feminine products might be a good idea, even if its something you can't use, you can use it to trade for stuff you may need

[@ElderGuy729]

Feminine hygiene products can also be used for wound care in a pinch.

[@sharoncorippo4069]

Don't forget tobacco..

[@deewitt8693]

Great for wound injury also. MUCH cheaper than bandages!

[@Tandy516]

Sounds nuts, but that's a good reason to save leftover medication, including pain meds. Not that I am suggesting anyone commit any felonies.

[@Roboman1174]

Tampons are actually great for bullet wounds

[@tonyvalentin9215]

Something that seems to be over looked are glow sticks! To save on batteries and candles, especially if you have kids it's fun but also very bright.

[@RockinBarBRanch]

Glow sticks in a water bottle amplifies the light !

[@ak-488]

let extended friends and unwanted guests hold the flash lights and glow sticks in case a sniper is looking around.

[@notbarbie582]

Thank you so much for including the list in the description.

[@a.k.7116]

1.Toilet paper 2. Duck tape 3. Matches, lighters 4.Fire kit, tinder 5.Batteries 6.Flashlights, lantern, candles 7.Bleach 8.Plastic trash bags, tough ones 9.Tarps 10.Socks 11.Salt 12.Seed 13.Propane, small cannisters 14.Lamp with lamp oil, wicks 15.Cord, rope, paracord

[@SoleilAlexa]

Why do you need nr 15 ?

[@Wishitwastwice]

Hooker

[@blush-n-bashful4790]

some type of saw, tools

[@blush-n-bashful4790]

medication

[@JOBRAIL1]

Food, water, water filtration, guns and ammo. Bows and arrows. Fishing gear, camping gear in case you have to bug out. Bug out bag. It goes on and on. Stay out of soft targets.

[@melliebw3248]

coffee filters can double as tp and paper towels and are less expensive and take up less room

[@chanazify]

Also let’s guys not forget that no matter how much food you stocked, it you didn’t stock on herbs 🌿 and spices, you will quickly find yourself feeling like eating at a military cantine 😅

[@YouHadMeAtGaming]

As a guy who used to be a military cook, I'm offended. But also completely in agreement.

[@joesmith-tg3co]

never had a bad meal in the Army

[@legoboy-ox2kx]

A man can live from here to judgement day if he's got enough rosemary

[@jamesteague5651]

Really well explained and more relevant than other prepper stuff I've seen. Thankyou

[@H93736]

I grew up in a family of preppers!!!! My mom and dad awesome people!!! Always prepping food for the long run. I know now what needs to be done. Thank you a lot of good info to prepare. A lot of good comments in this section. God bless.

[@msmargiek48]

I looked through this whole list and I never saw someone say rodent traps, mice and rat. Need to keep them from coming around your preps and contaminating and bring disease in grid down long term situation.

[@chuckcassel5417]

Plus they are tasty,lol

[@nathanielsizemore8594]

With 6 "barn" cats and a flock of mice eating chickens, rodents haven't been a problem. I realize not everyone has the room for that, but it works for me.

[@forpetessake3532]

Jayne Eyre Not true - we had mice , my cat was horrified as they ran past - they ate her food too

[@victoriarose3478]

You can also use the large rat traps to catch squirrels !!! Nail trap to tree, place a small amount of peanut butter on it, set trap. Instant dinner in long term grid down situations.

[@floydxlong8043]

hadn't thought about that. our cat is worthless

[@karenandcatz2915]

I go through a lot of cans, (five cats), not all of them are good sturdy cans, but I’ve been making hobo stoves or buddy burners. Just cut cardboard strips (about 1 inch tall or to fit inside your can) to roll up inside a tuna can. Pour in some melted paraffin wax. You have a great heat source for cooking. You could even use old candles so you wouldn’t need to buy wax. (I don’t really burn candles because I’m a foster failure…5 cats!). Don’t forget to prep for your pets! I keep three months of cat food in constant rotation. Thanks to my subscribe and save plan with Amazon.

[@lindanichols125]

Hi Karen,pets are the most important to me.I have two dogs who eat heaps of food.

[@laurafara6264]

Solar lights that ypu use outside. If the power goes out you can bring them inside and it is safer than candles. I actually use them as night lights in certain rooms of my house and instead of using electricity

[@joliet-larry5230]

Solar lawn/post lights put out in the day bring in at night.

[@freespirit4162]

Yes but many cheap solar lights don't last... There are solar panels system portable with globes that include USB ports that are excellent, very affordable and efficient called Multi functional & USB charging system made by Solar design China good investment

[@zman459]

Make sure to get the ones with a on off switch

[@cathyrowe594]

@@freespirit4162 even the cheap dollar store lights last a year or 2. Can't beat that deal. I just buy a bunch & keep the extras stored away to replace the occasional dead one.

[@dothedewinme]

That’s a damn fine idea. Never thought of that

[@Howard3S]

You can also use it as a charger during daytime, and take out the AA battery at night for your flashlight is good too.

[@sarahhumphreys3211]

Always amazes me no one talks about replacing clothes. You seem to prep for a couple of years only. Knitting needles and how to knit would be good. Socks, scarf, jumpers, blankets gloves etc . Also good use of time when you have it. How to books gardening, canning, salting and smoking food, how to weave and make clothes. Keeping pigs chickens ducks. Good grinders for corn, nuts - you can make nut flour, nut butter and oil.

[@everydaysurvival157]

All excellent points i agree100%

[@Chef-Dave]

I'm definitely along for the ride.. I have a healthy appreciation for the fact that it's not a "One Type of Content" channel... Keep Doing the things you love and interest you...

[@thegreatSnowMcCall]

Hey thank you for this great video! If I had to add any items....I would suggest wet wipes! Locks and chains....even heavy duty bike locks. Especially if you are fortifying a spot. But really such a great video! I loved that you mentioned socks! People have no idea jus how valuable good socks are. I was homeless for several years and learned definitely what was needed to survive and what was fluff. I believe everyone should have a quality backpack ...in a muted color. I carried everything I needed to survive on my back for several years. You'd be surprised at how much just your necessities weight.... especially water! Well...God bless you and this community! I don't live in fear. I FEAR NOTHING BUT AM PREPARED FOR EVERYTHING! GOD BE WITH IS ALL❤

[@SherriReves]

When the grid goes down, so does water/sewage because they need power. So drain the toilet as much as possible, put 2 of the large trash bags into the toilet, with the edges on the outside. When someone potties, cover it up with just enough KITTY LITTER to hide the waste. Now your house won't reek while waiting for power to return. When the inner (2nd) bag starts to come close to our skin, tie up the bag really good, you might have to bury it if trash pickup takes too long. Place a fresh bag on top of the 1st bag. I prefer this method over screwing a toilet seat onto a gallon bucket, mostly because I'm tall and our toilet is 'handicap' (taller), but I'd use the 5gallon over having a reeking house. Get plain clay KITTY LITTER just in case you have to bury.

[@karl28560]

That's a new idea! I like it!

[@nmmoore2920]

I kept the commode I bought when my mom had a stroke. Right height, toilet design for sitting comfort, but use the same as you would a 5 gal bucket. In the bucket /pan it comes with, line w garbage bag and then use wood chips, litter, or whatever as you would a composting toilet. I bought a 5 gal bucket to replace the shallower pan the commode came with. This works if you're staying home and not in a bug out situation.

[@jedi32r2]

Thank you for sharing!!

[@nathanielsizemore8594]

Places like Walmart sell toilet seats for 5-gallon buckets and liners for collecting the waste (check the camping isle). Another option is having a composting toilet outhouse.

[@JohnMac3837]

Or keep water jugs around and pour it into the flush tank and flush away. I can't imagine the municipal sewage system backing up into your house for awhile. Any experts out there with knowledge of this? If there was a months long grid down would sewer systems back up into all homes?

[@irishred4202]

I use glow sticks for light in power outage situations. Especially for the bathroom area, stairways or other potential hazard/injury areas. Helps save batteries and candles supplies

[@vishvajeetsharma2069]

Better to keep Dynamo torch.

[@throughthoroughthought8064]

Or get little solar powered lights, $1 each at a "Dollar Store." Put near a window during the day, take it into the bathroom, and will last hours into the night.

[@migdolmielies]

Thank you so much!! Great video!!!

[@urbanbugZA]

Very valuable vid, thanks. I am from South Africa where we are a hair's breath away from SHTF. Been prepping for a year or two now and any material is valuable. I check most items but it was good getting a reminder of some we sometimes omit like salt, small bits for paraffin lamps or a charger for batteries. At least with a solar panel, I can charge AA batteries while in the lamp and replace in other devices.

[@reginaroos7095]

I Agree, also from SA

[@vivienneedenstrasser2424]

Also from SA, I thought it was well prepared but not yet.

[@markfowler6200]

Lifestraw. 1 per person.

[@MrNeusbalm]

I have one for each family member!

[@kirsteentempleton2727]

How do u make 1? Is a glass jar with tin top the best to use then large piece of cotton like a shoe lace then what do u fill the jar up with??

[@markfowler6200]

You buy them on Amazon or eBay, typically $17.00 each.

[@ps3master72]

I would do 2 per person, because sometimes they can break and be useless!

[@britskihambone8158]

Absolutely! A few backups aren't a bad idea.

[@flydriveride]

Large plastic bags are also good for crossing a body of water. You can float your gear and clothing, keeping it dry. Dry clothing is key after swimming.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

i would need something to float me, i cant swim. I took swim lessons 3 different times and they all said missy you are a non swimmer. :( my feet go up and my head goes down the only thing that wants to float is my butt (not joking).

[@flydriveride]

@@jeaniejbutler4911 a big enough sealed dry bag can be used to help stabilize, but a life jacket can also have many uses in addition to it's designed purpose

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@flydriveride thanks for the reply and suggestion, the life jacket while being bulky would probably be the best bet for me..Its funny my 2 daughters taught themselves how to swim. I feel stupid when i think about it as it seems for everyone else its like walking you just get up and walk one day when your a baby. lol thanks again.

[@flydriveride]

@@jeaniejbutler4911 my friends and I are working on video content to help people of all capabilities to include folks that are physically disabled. Truth be told, without my wife helping me with physical therapy, I would still be in a wheelchair full time. I used to work rescue on a team, but I got hurt. Now we're trying to help people become more independent and capable so people can help each other.

[@melikey3758]

Or a set of waders.

[@1patrioticscots]

Greatly appreciate the time and effort putting this vid together. Thank you.

[@jeffaustin2259]

This is a great list, I would add a quality blade, folding shovel, pocket knife, multi tool and sharpeners.

[@danielcluley870]

High proof grain alcohol. Can use as disinfectant, fuel/firestarter, cleaner/degreaser, and of course drink or "medicine" and useful to barter in real crazy situations.

[@elmermorris8043]

If you thank you are going to barter when shot hits the fan you'll get your self killed be caused the odds are they will come back and take every thing you have

[@chrstpage81]

Easier to make r own

[@helmsscotta]

For that ol' rheumatism. Says Granny.

[@johntunney1864]

@@elmermorris8043 those days will be long gone. Bartering works only in civilised times. When men would rather not risk death, when everyday you face the risk of death killing to stay alove will be mainstay. I'd rather not take the chance of someone hurting a loved one. If its on four legs, wait amd shoot the big one, if its on two legs shoot until its not. If a day comes i cant trust my neighbor two blocks down, i wont trust a stranger.

[@SgtJoeSmith]

Works as driver too

[@lindamoses3697]

My cousins used old phone books, catalogs, and newspaper in their outhouse instead of toilet paper. They we're dirt poor but an adventure to visit. They lived on freshly caught fish, rabbit, and venison and had a huge garden and orchard. They had a hand pump well outside, a drinking bucket with a ladle, and a wood cook stove. It was like going back in time.

[@writerinfact1768]

LOL! I remember being thrilled (at 6) when my grandmother switched from shucked corncobs to the Sears catalog in the outhouse behind the barn! I must have been around 12 when she finally gave in and bought extra toilet paper.

[@garywillingham3644]

simpler times are truely better times thats why Most will still watch the Andy Griffith Show now and then In our hearts we long for that simple time and yes i have used an outhouse

[@jh7580]

What state was that. And how long ago

[@penelopegrier5073]

They sound like people I'd like to sit down with and learn from.

[@jswhosoever4533]

My gramps didn't have a bathroom on his farm. The outhouse was it. The smell was bad but the worst part was the webs and spiders all over the ceiling.

[@johnmolloy7703]

Not sure if anyone else has mentioned, but everytime I go to gas stations/convenience stores (anywhere that sells cigs) I ask if they got matches- they’ll usually hand you a couple matchbooks for free. Nowhere near as reliable as some of the stuff mentioned, but they’re good for situations where you don’t have to worry about wind, haste, etc- allows you to save the more dependable stuff for situations where you have little room for error. Amazing video, thank you and Godspeed.

[@princessleai]

I’ve always been envious of prepper^^ now I’m happy to be apart of the community

[@mygeekdom4414]

I’m surprised no one mentioned a Swiss Army knife. Depending on which model you get, lots of tools there. Also there is an after market replacement for the toothpick where you can put in a flint rod. Now you can start a fire without having to use a match. Also whenever, you do laundry, save the lint. That is excellent tinder to start a campfire.

[@mbull7458]

Great idea,do you have a link for the flint instead of the toothpick?

[@slevinchannel7589]

Prepper-Must-Watch: 'Some More News', especially the videos about Water running Out. And Unions?

[@FranciscoSousaPT]

Leatherman Surge

[@MariaSantos-ex8sh]

You are right I seen a bunch of these videos I never heard Swiss knife

[@hawks9142]

I mean, you don't really hoard knives which is what the video is about, you just need one maybe two to be safe. But yeah super useful

[@Hannah7Banana]

“If your wife or kid gets injured” bruh, I’m a 14 year old girl watching this. (17 years old now) Why? Because my dad made me tough , and I want to be tougher, I want to be prepared like my dad and survive things most other 14 year olds won’t. I also want to be able to survive if my parents don’t because my parents had me late in there life and they are already in there mid 50’s so if they don’t survive at least I will and I will carry on so I can tell my story and inspire others.

[@user-bg7rg2xl6k]

Right on Hanna kids our age are going to be making tiktoks while we’re preparing.

[@thedoorguycharlie]

Proud of you young one. Wish more of our youth were like you.

[@Hannah7Banana]

@@thedoorguycharlie aww ty

[@trick4276]

You go girl!! The Marine Corps trained me to: Expect the best, prepare for the worst

[@robbiethompson2778]

Go a be a child

[@christianjorgensen7192]

Excellent selection. Smart. Thank you.

[@marktsunokai5889]

Thank you, sir. Excellent review.

[@fathersonmomplayingfootbal2127]

My 8 yr old son has been watching survival videos and how to live in the wild for YEARS, just because he finds it interesting!!!!! I AM SO GLAD HES BEEN DOING THAT FOR Obvious reasons! He told me the other day… mom I know what bugs are ok to eat and which ones are not!!!

[@nadiasvlog8290]

Awe that's cute! He ll take care of you guys!

[@jswhosoever4533]

That's awesome

[@AvtarSingh-wt6ho]

😂

[@vickishook9715]

Kids naturally know what their calling in life is. This young man is preparing himself to be a leader for your family and his neighbors when the SHTF! Honor him!

[@SD-nq6kg]

His not named Tarzan is he lol Bless him

[@aarons1609]

Always remember the flashlight rule....”two is one, one is none”!! I totally agree with keeping a stock pile of flashlights. Great video, thank you!!

[@royparker7856]

My work had little promotional led flashlights a few years ago. I brought about 25 home and put up. Keep some around house in case of blackout.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

in addition to lots of batteries for them dont forget extra replacement parts if your flashlights uses replacement bulbs ect.

[@reneew5915]

Just remember not to load your stockpile flashlights with the batteries, but keep them in the same location. Batteries left in flashlights corrode them.

[@jennyh1970]

Love for videos. Thank you!

[@pattifrench8269]

Thank for opening my eyes to see all the things Needed an emergency situation

[@GaryBowen73]

Water! Especially if you live where you rely on city water.... We have well water and we just recently installed a hand pump on it so that if the power goes out we can still pump fresh water.....

[@guidosarducci6794]

There are also "well buckets", very popular with those whose aquifer depth exceed the limits of hand pumps. Simply a 3" or 4" OD by 2' to 3' length "bucket" with a check-valve type bottom that opens to allow well water in, then closes as you pull it up with a hand line. Considering the massive starting currents a deep well draws, for many the well bucket is the only thing to depend on.

[@tomschonborg439]

That hand pump is a great idea.

[@ufochris]

@@guidosarducci6794 ,our well is 420 ft deep ,would this still work? And what would u use to let it down?

[@marendababcock6104]

We also have a well and have been trying to find a plumber to install an old fashion pump for emergencies. I cant find anyone. Any suggestions?

[@GaryBowen73]

@@marendababcock6104 other than a Google search for well experts in your area, I have no idea...

[@theresalogsdon765]

I keep Wrist Braces, Slings, Bandanas, a piece of 1/4" Mesh wire 6-8" W x 3-4' L to Stabilize Broken Bones, it rolls up fairly tight (this is an old EMT Trick, Late 70's early 80's), Maxi pads for Severe Bleeding Injures, Saran Wrap for Sucking Wounds. These are to be used by someone with Training. These were Taught to me in my First EMT Training and may be Antiquated at this time but in Dire Situations can be used.

[@marcusprice13]

Tampons for bullet wounds and puncture wounds

[@suzybailey-koubti8342]

NEVER use a super absorbent tampon in a gunshot wound unless it is changed FREQUENTLY! It can cause Toxic Shock Syndrome!

[@lindasmith3978]

Thank you for this!

[@lajwantishahani1225]

I'm glad that I listened to preppers like you and could stock up quickly before the Covid lockdown. Between my garden, freezer and pantry I did fine for about a year! But my family members don't agree. While they managed to get home deliveries earlier, this time I'm worried about them.

[@nancymarshall4534]

I started prepping at the beginning of Covid and am glad, now that almost everything at the store is much more expensive.

[@larryharvey7709]

Good video. Prepping for 20 years. Imagine my surprise when I was standing in line for toilet paper. 😐

[@mississa2]

You can also use alternatives for toilet paper. Eventually it will run out. I save all those single socks and tear old bedsheets into strips. The thought of laundering soiled alternatives is nauseating, but it beats leaves and other unpleasant choices.

[@Leo_Harris]

@@mississa2 just use water man Why to make things so complicated

[@red6201]

@@Leo_Harris you may not have water to waste at that point

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@mississa2 its no worse than when we used to use and wash cloth diapers for our babies..people dont think about that since most have only used disposable everything it would seem.

[@donsmith8094]

So back during the covid toilet paper shortage I was talking to a guy at wal-mart standing in line for toilet paper. I said it is interesting that the people that panicked and hoarded toilet paper are at home eating dinner while those who remained calm and logical have been in line a long time waiting for a truck to deliver toilet paper, maybe? Soooooooo....

[@shanemurphy4726]

A good thing about Bic lighters, I've accidentally ran them through the wash, more than once and if u just let them dry they will continue to work. I've even ran em through the dryer a few times lol.

[@jimmyfortrue3741]

When a bic lighter is empty, we remove the leftover flints for use in Zippos... But keep them very dry if storing them... For some reason they disintegrate if damp... unlike real Zippo flints. They are not of the same composition.

[@jeremyholloway1294]

I used to do maintenance at a uniform company (VERY LARGE industrial washers and dryers) I've found hundreds, if not thousands of fully functional Bic brand lighters that have been through the wash and still work perfectly. The cheap, off brand lighters (made of low grade chineeseum) never seemed to make it through

[@TheQwertydvorak123]

I have had some for over 15 years and they still have the fluid left in them

[@dwaynejones1555]

Shane good to know

[@richardmoran8581]

@@dwaynejones1555 Bic liters will not work in extreme cold

[@otnielo.t.manary273]

Very useful video. Thank you for putting it together!

[@koreyhayden1368]

Great video my man. My 1 suggestion/addition is pitch saturated wood. When you split up some nice dried fur, (produces the best pitch pockets), you will come across very pitchy pieces. When I come across those I split them into kindling and then cut kindling into, on average, 1in x 1in chunks. They will burn like gasoline and their shelf life is indefinite

[@benbennett7436]

Small suggestion. Instead of stocking up on lamp oil why not stock up on citronella oil kill two birds with one stone natural bug repellent and Light. Just a thought

[@graftedinforever971]

A LOT of people are allergic to citronella. It should never be used indoors either.

[@dwaynejones1555]

Citronella has never worked for me.

[@evitaemarie]

Can't use citronella indoors

[@gregsharp8601]

@@dwaynejones1555 I think the mosquitos here in Texas actually *like* it! 😬

[@benbennett7436]

Yes you can use citronella indoors in a lantern. I have before. If you choose not to, that's your perogitive.

[@daveolifent4477]

A few items I always stockpile as well: Buckets (Good for carrying things, good for collecting rain water). Ethanol or denatured alcohol (Methylated) (Good as a disinfectant/anti-bacterial, good as a firestarter). Large Towels (Good as makeshift tourniquet, good to use as a pillow, can be used as blanket, can be used to burn).

[@nancymarshall4534]

I bought a 5 gallon plastic pail and a new toilet plunger, it will be my emergency washing machine, if the worst happens.

[@juniordiaz1289]

I'm into being prepare for any disaster. Thanks on the advice.

[@tmuny1380]

Awesome video ! Here's a tip for people who want to build an underground shelter. Do it in secret without the town knowing about it. Because when the peanut butter hits the fan the first people to bang at your shelter door will be everyone in the town that was on a board that saw the permit so you can build your shelter ! Even the contractor you hired to dig the hole Will be banging at your shelter door !