15 Items Every Prepper Should Horde for SHTF

[@Coogi622]

Toilet paper can be reduced in size to fit in a sandwich baggie. Remove cardboard center, squash flat, insert into baggie and seal! It stays dry and clean.

[@anastasia7170]

Or just get a bidet and save space and money.

[@Coogi622]

@@anastasia7170 Good idea! Hard to bug out with. Bugout Bidet= spray bottle!🙂👍

[@stevear83]

Is no one here a boy scout? Save all the space and use leaves! Make sure you know your leaves...

[@charlottesometimes6977]

Hiking 101💚

[@texasgirl3696]

WolfPk Says the girl who got poison ivy that way at ~age 8!!! NOT fun!!! 🌱

[@heatherclarke7564]

I replay wish my husband would believe me about prepping. I feel like my family just laughs at me. But I’m going to keep prepping and not talk about it. Thank you for all of your valuable information!

[@jaynemorse7131]

For centuries several church communities showed their followers how to save for the lean times. Some church communities still do. The industrial revolution gave people a false sence of "since we have money, we no longer have to store food or other items". I am so glad that my mother, rest her soul, taught me how to bake, dry food and can. Also, how to find food by asking the neighbors if we could collect what they thought was garbage. Dad taught me how to fish, and I am a woman, and how to shoot. I taught myself about wild foods and herbs. Please be patient with your husband. When SHITF he will appreciate you more because of your actions, preparations and knowledge.

[@dawnmichele6847]

They won't be laughing long for sure

[@christinebeames2311]

Keep going , they have to collapse society to re build

[@TRINITY-ks6nw]

The vax mandate woke my wife UP

[@SirHimothyy]

They’ll thank you for it.. no disrespect to your husband or anyone else in your family but it’s sad that the “man of your house” isn’t prepared for situations like this. Good for you though 👍

[@Prepare-se.]

Items showed: 1. Toilet paper 2. Duct tape 3. Lighters and matches 4. Batteries 5. Flashlights 6. Candles 7. Bleach 8. Plastic bags 9. Tarps 10. Socks 11. Salt 12. Seeds 13. Propane 14. Oil lamps 15. Pararchord 16. First aid kit

[@VidarrKerr]

Things only needed by people who already "practiced" a SHTF event. 3. Lighters and matches 6. Candles 7. Bleach 9. Tarps 11. Salt 12. Seeds 15. Pararchord 16. First aid kit Things not mentioned: knives needles and thread fishing gear firearm(s) ammo a pot and a pan Lamps, lights, toilet paper and all that junk is just junk. Don't become reliant on things that are not replenishable by your own means, as much as possible. I would go so far as to say a reloader for ammo and some way to work with metal also if you are going to go with things you cannot make. (Toilet paper. LOL. Stupid.) I also built a copper still. This is invaluable.

[@michaeljordan9488]

WEED!

[@joshwallace1014]

RONIN thanks

[@zekewolf7442]

I don't use toilet paper anymore most of the time anyway. I use a cheap microfiber towel cloth to save money or at least for myself because nobody else I live with wants to even hear about it. I use it and immediately hand wash it in the sink with hand soap and sometimes I add some hydrogen peroxide witch is another good item because it's cheap. I then keep it in a very small Tupperware box in a drawer. Remember to wet obviously and I add a little soap and squeeze it a little then I'm ready to wipe. I think it mostly cleans better too. Also You don't need to worry about it falling apart and having to send out a search party to find the rest of it. Jesus loves you. 😇✝️🛐

[@motfitz2432]

@@michaeljordan9488 That's right !!

[@jimmywarhorse6848]

I offer this for the flashlight dept. As a firefighter (retired) I have seen about every type of flashlight in the fire service. My over all pick would be a 2 or 3 "D" cell mag light but it must have the LED bulb. These lights have enough weight to be used as a weapon, breaking glass. They take a beating and will work under water and wet conditions.

[@wirelesscaller7518]

See Tony Robbins Fire walking Even Oprah did it 😇Former fire chief

[@wirelesscaller7518]

Rarely see preppers say Fire retardant or fire extinguisher s.

[@DeeHenry23]

I'm needing a good flashlight, so thank you for sharing!

[@mikewhitaker2880]

keep in mind those big flashlights with those big batteries also weigh more too, having a big one for the house or your vehicle is fine "don't store with batteries inside unless you loosen the cap to keep contacts from touching, other wise you'll need the flashlight and the batteries will be dead and/or corroded..."

[@sarahsantos9238]

​@@wirelesscaller7518

[@dartagnantaft5918]

I watched the video and was moving on till I heard you say God bless the Republic. So few people realize that we are a a republic. I'm now a subscriber looking forward o your next video.

[@sonnyroy497]

A democratic republic

[@GhostInPajamas]

the US is a false democracy. If anything it’s an oligarchy

[@madamedefarge9503]

A Constitutional Republic.

[@sherrykeeney7376]

Me too!! 😁🇱🇷💖

[@halburd1]

you are all wrong it is a banana republic now

[@kathywiseley4382]

Tampons and menstrual pads. Not only are they needed monthy any way but they make excellent packing for wounds and can be used for starting fires.

[@jen9774]

The funniest use of a pad :-- a worker in the pad factory had one slung, the loops over his ear, so that it was keeping his jaw warm thus soothing his toothache.

[@jasonmessler4672]

and you can use them for rashes between your legs

[@wakawaka1976]

Literal fire crotch...

[@colleenmcintosh6974]

Kathy Wiseley exactly and don’t forget have great barter potential

[@VegaChastain]

Menstual cups are better for shtf one or two for each woman in the household

[@lincolnmark8656]

During power outage bring in your solar lights from the flower bed. Take em back out to recharge during day. Bring em in at night.

[@561candyman]

Never thought about that

[@debbiekerr3989]

Great idea!

[@AI-ms7yr]

That's actually a really good idea. I will definitely be doing that. Thanks!

[@fyremanjef]

I have a $0.99 one in my kids Bob. Battery pull tab still in place. Can stick them in the ground or if inside prop up inside a soda bottle. I have a few of the solar powered fence lights too And BEST part they are great chargers for the 18650s!

[@jayteehee6789]

Or go to any marble orchard between dusk and dawn. There's loads of garden solar lights. Just not sure why.

[@TexasRose50]

I’ve been watching a lot of these kinds of videos this morning. I couldn’t make it through most of them because people have a bad habit of rambling on and on! But loved yours because you didn’t do that! I thought of something I started keeping on hand. Waterless bath liquid that you don’t have to rinse off. Along with the shampoo that doesn’t need to be rinsed out. Also, baby wipes can be used to freshen up. I’m a 71 year old lady taking care of my husband who is recovering from open heart surgery and a stroke. He is unable to help with anything. But I think I have a good start with much of what I’ve watched from helpful videos. Oh, one other thing that I haven’t seen mentioned anywhere is pedialyte! It is good for so many things! Store brand is cheaper and works just as well. It’s not just for kids anymore. Anyway, wanted to thank you for your very informative video! Well done! 👍

[@Bra-a-ains]

Good point. I have a stock of Aloe Vesta which is good for cleaning where the sun don't shine.

[@TexasRose50]

Aloe Vera is great for burns!

[@KC-dr3cg]

Get pet blankets that are self-heating because they reflect the pet heat back to them You can get the same sort of thing for people at Duluth Trading Store blanket the size of a full size bed that will reflect 90% of your body heat and doesn't cost more than $10

[@allaboutmycats454]

God bless you, hope your husband is mending fast. You take care of you too.

[@TexasRose50]

@ JK Sumner, I have quite a few very heavy moving blankets that are new and clean. But great idea for the pet blankets. I’ll check those out. Thanks!

[@robertlundbohm7775]

Remember the MILITARY adage : TWO is one and one is NONE. Simply put have a second or more as backup for EVERYTHING. Buy a couple boxes of utility RAGS from like Home-depot or Lowe's and use them for wiping your behind/bottom after a poop. Not are they only WASHABLE but will last a lot longer, take less space for storage and cheaper for how long they last. TAKE CARE TO AVOID INJURIES so you are ABLE TO KEEP WORKING for the entire camp. Don't take unnecessary chances and plan projects out and always ask for help with any difficult or dangerous chores. WE ALL need to stay alive to help build our country back up after things settle down. Be there at the end so do whatever it takes to keep everyone alive... I want to see ALL OF YOU at the end so be safe and do not trust anyone that you do not know VERY, VERY, VERY WELL. Just know that people can and DO CHANGE to the dark side in a NEW YORK MINUTE so be cautious and NEVER, NEVER, NEVER let anyone inside your camp for any reason.

[@robertlundbohm7775]

@@shelleydunkle7867 I assumed you already know all these thoughts and ideas and was only responding for others to read and learn. I don't pretend to know everything and that's why we have places exactly just like this to teach, learn and support one another for the things to come....they are definitely on the horizon and should not be ignored. NO-ONE, Not a single person should STILL THINK they STILL HAVE TIME...Time is short so GIT-AFTER-IT folks. The time is very close at hand...I have diligently been watching for the last 15+years now and there is a new smell about in these forums and comment sections as of late...It is REAL!!!!! Good luck to ya-all and see ya on the other side of the mayhem that is about to take us to needing to survive and perhaps even defend our way of life.

[@hostileenvironment6107]

Why do that when you can buy a bidet? Seems like a huge time sink.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@hostileenvironment6107 Water most likely will be scarce so how would you use a bidet.? All the goodies we are used to using will most likly be a dream of the past at least for the short term, and maybe for a very long time. We have to think old school, what would our grandparents/great grandparents do ..Not what would us modern, spoiled people do?

[@lizatl1]

Also, this is a good time to cut up all those old tee shirts you are hanging on to. Any other old garments can also become great rags for many uses.

[@KC-dr3cg]

Water proof place to hide cash.

[@pqtus4557]

Very few peppers mention baby wipes. They are great to have on hand for a variety of uses. If they get old and dry out, all you have to do is add some water to liven them back up.

[@WeAreNaturalJewels]

GREAT IDEA!! I HAVE 2 BOXES IN MY PREPPING AREA....

[@markthompson7503]

hospital type incontinence wipes are really good.

[@pqtus4557]

@@markthompson7503 The blue pads are good to have around too.

[@dyanneall8921]

Thanks! I did not know that.

[@maryreffner3955]

Thank God I had wipes when hurricane Irma hit in 2017. 2 weeks we had no electricity. We used them to bathe with. We have well water so no electric no water.

[@athorpe630]

Preppers are the only ones that have been preparing. Respect to them

[@knitwit7082]

I saw a lady who used Dollar Tree solar lights for the front yard. You put charged ones into glass Mason or gallon jars. It was amazing how much light they gave! You can rotate them with charged ones from outside.

[@mikewhitaker2880]

definitely a nice option... but you'll need a bunch of them if you buy the cheap ones, they just dont last it seems, and break WAY too easy....

[@jamietanksley3113]

I read where a lady said she gives Out side solar lights to her children for a night light

[@marshaclark6144]

Wonderful idea.

[@privacylock855]

I have solar camping lights that you inflate. I leave them in a window that gets sun everyday. They are always ready to go

[@mariefremlin7536]

Emergency blankets and a small can opener. People always forget about can openers.

[@whoswhoo]

Yes can openers are vital ......have you tried opening a tin when your can openers just broke ? It's nigh impossible and creates big mess .

[@phx4closureman]

That's why I bought 3 of them and plan to buy a few more. 😆

[@miyokomotoyoki9638]

Also a knife can be used to open cans.

[@bdask72]

LOL... I still have a handful of the old P38 military ones, they must have made billions...

[@charlesgros3548]

The all metal ones not half metal half plastic

[@trbrentlinger]

I have a binder that I keep useful info in. Things like diagrams for butchering deer, homemade water filters, home remedies, edible plants, survival recipes etc.

[@ms.dekatur7082]

That's a great IDEA!!!!!!

[@trbrentlinger]

@Gary Mcguckin 🖕

[@rvnurse2b]

Wow. I need to do that

[@trbrentlinger]

@@rvnurse2b It helps me because I am forgetful. Also good for the 99% of the time we are not actually bugging out.

[@MmMm-dy1jb]

U r a smart 🍪

[@patrickdurham8393]

Hard candy. Children have short patience but enjoy instant gratification. A butterscotch candy will go a long way to soothing a restless kid and also helps stop a growling belly for everyone.

[@bendyzebrafarm9921]

Patrick Durham agreed! We have a stock of peppermint and butterscotch candy.

[@chomama1628]

Patrick Durham jolly ranchers could be traded for gold.lol

[@bradjohnson6036]

I'll just raid a retirement home lol jk

[@cottonballus]

Great idea!! It can also favor water if you want a treat.

[@lir5048]

Patrick Durham very true

[@thomasholiday4094]

RE: TARPS Good advice. FYI BLUE Is the rarest color in nature. Don't hide behind blue tarps!

[@sheilajohnson6478]

I’ve started prepping in secret from my husband, because he’d be calling me crazy.🙄. I’m starting to get a pretty good stock in my basement. Thank you so much, for the videos. You’ve been my teacher.👍🏼🇺🇸

[@steverose3318]

Don't forget to stock up on a lot of steak sauce if you are keeping him around...Lol.

[@ritajones3628]

Me too. Until this virus came. NIW he does not say anything negative even helps find things on my list.

[@jesusisthetruth2888]

Me too I’ve been prepping behind my husbands back he will thank me later, my kids thinks I’m crazy but I tell them they also called Noah crazy too until the floods came

[@beaglerescue5281]

I did too, but now he is on board. He had to wake up on his on terms and timeline.

[@DJCowboyGels]

Preppers are whacked! Without proper medicines, medical supplies and knowledge let alone the basic skills of diagnosing and applying same...all the guns, ammo, batteries, canned food, water, blankets, stock piling and hoarding in the world won't help you! You must be under the assumption you'll be in and remain in perfect health through any ordeal and all crises. Please...get a grip! Which of you can diagnose an illness? Determine blood type for a transfusion? What labs are you going to use? What type infection, viral or bacterial? What of previous health conditions? Asthma? Diabetes? High blood pressure...etc The list goes on and on. How about set broken bones? Administer an IV or know which solution to run? What about sewing up wounds and cuts? Giving shots, or treat a thousand other medical emergencies? What meds will you have in your arsenal of supplies and how will you retain their efficacy? Many need very specific conditions just to store them. All this is just basic...I haven't even got to the real world difficult parts. Prepping...LMAO! Good luck with that!

[@InGratitudeIam]

Prescriptions, meds, eyewear... AND let's remember our furry friends and what they may need. They're a part of the family as well.

[@littlemonsterpants]

Shows where my head is at....I got dog food first! 😉

[@robmcnaughton1086]

Nothing wrong with that.I always make sure my pets are catered for first.Good for us

[@izzie-digs-in]

@Nineteen84 I love my spooky mare. But she's on the list. Everything I feed has a job too.

[@Marra7777]

If you don't have a pet don't buy one. In a situation you don't want an extra mouth to feed. Unless the security aspect outweighs the care side. You'd have to weigh it up I suppose. Not for me though. Unless maybe as a food source. Rabbits chickens etc...

[@robmcnaughton1086]

Well judging by some of these comments,im on the wrong planetIt really does seem its a dog eat dog menrality out there.Not all food is equal for me.I dont need to eat animals to survive and i wont.

[@aquettabeam5828]

My dad told all of us kids 11 hours to be exact, that this day would come where we may have to run to the mountains and the caves and we were always taught by him how to live off the land I sure do you think the Lord for that especially in this day and age and giving you everything that is going on God bless you for sharing

[@unitedheartsamerica5924]

Thank you! I was walking my dog today and thinking hmm where would one go if you were forced to leave and get far away and didnt have another property to go to. Gives me a location to begin to investigate for planning routes, feasibility, etc..

[@steverose3318]

Being taught and actually practicing it can be two completely different things. No disrespect intended.

[@Steve-gj3gf]

Good dad. My boys are 12 and when they leave my place they will be able to: hunt, fish, fight, grow food from seed, cook, can, preserve food, tan hides, horsemanship , marksmanship, read, educate themselves, THINK critically and above all have a DIRECT relationship with God.

[@Englishkin]

Remember Lot in the Bible (Genesis 19:29,30).

[@jeanmyrner2025]

@@unitedheartsamerica5924 knowing when to get “far away” is necessary to avoid heavy traffic. Most will wait too long to attempt getting out.

[@timbob987]

I have been prepping since 1989, when prepping was called being a survivalist. TP and feminine hygiene products have always been priority. When the TP Shortage of 2020 hit, I was dipping into my 800 roll stash ( 6 people x 1 year) giving rolls to family and close friends as gifts. I love your top 16 and have stocked up almost all of those. Now people realize the need to horde, but don't have a clue how to prep and what to prep. I tell people to prep all your needs for just one week of living per person, than next time you get some spare cash, add a second week. Before you know it, your family can survive 6 months. BTW...Great Job!!

[@carrieanderson5380]

Since 1989 have you ever had to rely on any of the crap you’ve hoarded?

[@bigjon576]

You've got canned food from 1989 Still?

[@marjoriemurray4381]

Smart !

[@th3976]

@@bigjon576 A good prepper knows to assess inventories and replace the old with the new.

[@drthomason7043]

@@bigjon576 you need to rotate

[@kylewagner6148]

I agree flashlights are the number one to self defense, heck mine even came with a mossberg 500 attached

[@themagus5906]

Clerk: "There's a seven day waiting period for the gun, son." Customer: "Okay, sir....I'll take this big, long flashlight instead."

[@bdmcmonk6447]

😁😂🤣😷

[@montrealmiller2574]

Lol awesome

[@leighboschen3399]

Just curious.. what is a mossberg 500 ? Thank you for sharing ♥️

[@kylewagner6148]

@@leighboschen3399 it's a magical device that makes bad guys vanish into a red mist, I'm always glad to help :)

[@lindah6954]

Where I live. Storms have put out the power at least 4 times a year. I light a tea candle and drop it into a glass jar. 5 or 6 jars with a candle will light up a good size room. The jar keeps them from touching anything and throws more light.

[@valerieannrumpf4151]

Hoard some coffee while you're at it, it can provide a psychological boost and can be used as a item for bartering.

[@lloydgilliam162]

Instant coffee last indeffinately stored in glass and vacuum packed

[@susansailors1716]

I also store tea and hot chocolate mix.

[@susanfernandez7475]

yep just got the 80 pack of pods!

[@robincrook5630]

@@susanfernandez7475 How is that going to work with no electricity? Pod using coffee machines take a lot of power.

[@deirdrecollins3987]

And powdered milk!

[@lorenemccormick3004]

I think it’s important to have both heirloom and improved seeds. Heirloom because they produce seeds and improved because they sprout easier, and are more disease resistant. If you are hungry, the last thing you need is your crop dying on you because of disease. If you plant both types, chances are greater that you will be successful.

[@DJCowboyGels]

Preppers are whacked! Without proper medicines, medical supplies and knowledge let alone the basic skills of diagnosing and applying same...all the guns, ammo, batteries, canned food, water, blankets, stock piling and hoarding in the world won't help you! You must be under the assumption you'll be in and remain in perfect health through any ordeal and all crises. Please...get a grip! Which of you can diagnose an illness? Determine blood type for a transfusion? What labs are you going to use? What type infection, viral or bacterial? What of previous health conditions? Asthma? Diabetes? High blood pressure...etc The list goes on and on. How about set broken bones? Administer an IV or know which solution to run? What about sewing up wounds and cuts? Giving shots, or treat a thousand other medical emergencies? What meds will you have in your arsenal of supplies and how will you retain their efficacy? Many need very specific conditions just to store them. All this is just basic...I haven't even got to the real world difficult parts. Prepping...LMAO! Good luck with that!

[@ellencuffari5315]

I think if you mix heirloom with GMO crop, your heirloom seeds will stop producing, they cross pollinate.

[@shijshi]

@@DJCowboyGels When covid hit the pharmaceutical industry seemed to be thriving. I was able to get blood work with no problem and get in for my follow-up doctor appointments. But many things were unavailable at the grocery store. Of course it will vary depending on the crisis. But it is always good to have the basic staples on hand. I'm not a prepper but I like to be prepared. I wasn't scrambling for toilet paper. 😂

[@lydialangfordjoiner765]

Thank you!

[@kitkat47chrysalis95]

@@DJCowboyGels when god says i die, i die, you think humans are so frail they cant survive 5 years without a doctor looking at them, news flash most people can live to be 35 without ever seeing the inside of a hospital, we have been doing it for thousands of years my friend

[@aramfingal5180]

Summary for those in a hurry: 1. Toilet paper -- 2. Duct tape -- 3. Lighters/matches -- 4. Batteries -- 5. Flashlights/headlamps -- 6. Candles -- 7. Bleach -- 8. Thick/thin plastic bags -- 9. Tarps -- 10. Socks -- 11. Salt -- 12. Heirloom seeds -- 13. Propane -- 14. Lamp and oil -- 15. Rope/paracord -- 16. First aid kit

[@mellouis145]

Thanks

[@TheBraziliancougar]

Hero ^^^

[@100ssgoku]

Aram Fingal thank you

[@lexbeltran1354]

Good advice

[@samanthapeters8314]

Thanks

[@_Viking]

Everyone used to laugh at preppers. They don't anymore.

[@curlywurly70]

@dmt Exactly. In a few months I expect to find great deals on some never fired used firearms.

[@invictu4488]

😂😂😂 just discovered I am one... and all I wanted was to live off grid with minimal reliance by learning survival skills.

[@Daring2Win]

I feel stupid for allowing complacency from ridicule to creep in! NEVER AGAIN!

[@duncankent1330]

I agree I've just sent a post to much Facebook saying that very same thing..

[@tracydeyhle4688]

@dmt I've already forgotten

[@rewood3925]

When my kids were younger I was really nervous about having candles during a power out. One day while shopping in the garden center I was looking at the small solar lights. I thought that was a perfect idea. The kids could carry them around and I don't worry about a fire. I leave them outside till we need them.

[@carolmaule8449]

I have done this. However I put them stuck in an empty pot on the porch. They worked well. But I found after it rained the bugs hid in them. Now I keep them inside in a window. The bugs with thousand legs. Haha ♥️ we were surprised 😂 God bless 🙏

[@davidmorrison3697]

My sister in law gave me a lantern with LED LIGHTS in it, with a control switch to set brightness. It uses Double AA batteries, can be found at sport shops or at Canadian Tire.

[@mclary9808]

You can also sit them in window sills to gain light during the day and if the electricity goes off at night you’ll always be able to get to them pretty easily

[@sharondodd5121]

Love that one. Very clever!👏👏👏

[@troymillion8510]

Leave the kids outside till U need them or the lights? Lol

[@patriotpop2436]

I have not read 7.1k comments so this suggestion may have already been made but large paint stirrers make good splints for broken bones. They can be found at HD or Lowe’s. I think they come in packs of 4. Also, a couple of old towels or something soft for padding between the body and split.

[@juliel7064]

A combination of some of the suggestions in my experience feminine hygiene products make great padding for those paint stick splints

[@daveh7720]

Speaking of tarps - a plastic shower curtain from Target is about 6x6 feet and costs three bucks. It's heavy plastic and has reinforced holes across one edge so you could thread a piece of paracord through it to hang it up as a lean-to. I haven't figured out a survival use for the magnets at the bottom but I'm still working on it.

[@dontneedtoknow5836]

Wrap corsage around it and use it as a tie down.

[@no_peace]

The magnets help it stick upside down to the side of a car or van

[@VegaChastain]

Or take the magnets out and use for charging a needle for a homemade compass or for magnetizing your knife

[@dontneedtoknow5836]

@@VegaChastain really. Really. Had to one up me.

[@supercooled]

dont need to know hey in times of need there is no room for ego.

[@hastur48]

Toothpaste and floss. Oral hygiene is critical for good health.

[@hz3917]

Don't forget the brushes!

[@Gouveia100]

Indeed. Bad mouth is half the way to get sick.

[@AI-ms7yr]

Agreed

[@tacticalbartender3057]

hastur48 I hoard hygiene products as well for more practical shtf. Never know when you’ll be without basic things for a cpl weeks.

[@hastur48]

@@tacticalbartender3057 me too. It's always nice when there's an ice storm on the way, and I don't have to fight the crowds at Kroger for things like toilet paper and water.

[@christyhernandez8625]

One thing I would recomemd. Share a kit with an elderly person. They may not have the money nor knowledge to plan ahead.

[@jessicaparmenter3047]

♥️

[@shanoahmcneal5218]

♥️

[@bobbyglander4838]

Pass

[@Hopeofmen]

The weak should fear the strong. - Known Islamic terrorist Samad al-Hayid.

[@it3897]

Random Byzantine Guard shut up Indian

[@roncook8409]

That was a good video. Everything on your list is what I've already got stocked from my own list. I would add WD-40, PB Blaster, or some kind of lubricant to the list, for unsticking rusty bolts on old farm equipment, automobiles, or garden tools you might need to put into temporary service. it can also be used as a fire starter. It's important to have plenty of self-rising and all-purpose flour and shortening on hand to make biscuits, gravy, and such things. Cornmeal is handy to have too. cornmeal, four, and grease can make a very basic food to have in any survival situation. Biscuits will last for several days inside a ziplock bag. gravy can save your life. Ziplock bags are another good thing to have on hand. With a Ziplock bag, you can transport minnows for fish bait, crawdads, and live fish, and use them to keep your food safe from flies. They are also handy for keeping matches and kindling dry, or to store soap. A bar of soap would be another thing to add to the list. You'll need that to wash your hands, wash out wounds, or to wash your dishes. Baby wipes are really handy after a few days of not being able to wash when water is not available or if it is too cold outside to be bathing. A toothbrush is also a good thing to have for washing dishes and washing out old bottles you may need to put into use. Fresh eggs, straight from the nest will last 45 days if stored somewhere cool, like a rock ledge in a well or in a cave. Never wash them. They will keep much longer with the natural coating still intact. They are God's perfectly packaged nutrition. You cannot improve on that. Always keep a sharp knife on hand. A good, sharp pocket knife is essential.

[@istandforfreedom1111]

Thank you have noted some of your great suggestions and now they are on radar to get.🙏🏼

[@mikewhitaker2880]

any bread, including homemade biscuits can last a while in bags, however, be mindful of humidity levels, as higher humidity will cause moldy bread way faster, and unless you know how to make it into penicillin, if it molds, its wasted....

[@jamietanksley3113]

Check out the video(s) about how to make fire starters from dryer lint, This is the Fall of the year and this time of year people make fire starters to give as gifts

[@thomasp2246]

I been homeless for 6 years. The part on bags was important. Include small and freezer ziplock and if on the move or bugging out ...even a kid or woman can carry contractor bags full of blankets ,tarps...and extra clothing ...also shopping bags doubled up ideally can be worn over socks or maybe even shoes to waterproof feet in wet weather .. Propane and grills will be being stolen quick ... Jesus is Lord and prayer is your best prep ... Peace from ny

[@stephenfrancisnyc]

Thomas P stay safe and god bless

[@jzsc28]

Sending blessings your way. From one NYer to another❤

[@lexbeltran1354]

Be safe out there brother, you New Yorkers are tough people

[@auberjean6873]

May you aleays be blessed w abundance and great health, Thomas P.

[@peaceandlove544]

God bless you

[@stardust949]

I have been low-key prepping for a couple of years now---one thing I've noticed not too many think to suggest are dietary supplements. Vitamin pills are the lowest common denominator ~ you can treat illnesses, infections, etc. if you learn which supplements support which functions. It's a PREVENTATIVE approach too---to build the immune system, same as eating right, eating healthy. Example (a simple one) Lemon Balm is an effective Anti-Viral supplement, supports healthy liver function too. Having a healthy liver is the doorway to good healthy everything!

[@stevenreichertart]

Good list. Other things I stock: Canned foods Dried foods Solar powered cell phone chargers Gallon water jugs Water purifier, used in backpacking Q tips for getting things out of eyes 90-day supply of prescription meds Advil, and other OTC meds Spare eyeglasses Paper towels Moist towelettes Wine and liquor Soaps and cleaning supplies Hats and gloves Blankets

[@vkarr154]

I used my food saver to vacuum seal/shrink wrap toilet paper for my bob. 3 years later I decided to test that wrinkled mess. I thought it would mush up like paper machete....but it was dernded near perfect! Just a tip to save space and protect a valuable commodity.

[@eagriffith8117]

You can also invest in a mess of "toilet paper" coins. With just a tablespoon of water, they go from something that's about the size of three stacked half-dollars to a 9.45" square towelette that feels, and acts, like fabric. Moreover, they're reusable and biodegradable. I imagine 5-10 of these coins would sub for at least two rolls of TP. They also make towels that are similarly compressed... they expand to 11.5" x 22". These two items are the only personal hygiene items I use when camping, and I imagine they'd be excellent to have in a bug-out situation.

[@ladyraven2256]

@@eagriffith8117 where do you get them?

[@skichman1850]

@Lady Raven You can get the coins on Amazon

[@shauna5466]

Don't take a donation for the homeless to Goodwill they sell it to people. Take it to the shelter. 😊

[@dalepress1581]

The problem with this statement is that Goodwill employs a lot of people that would otherwise be homeless if not employed by Goodwill.

[@capricer3817]

Thank you.

[@bakgammon]

@@dalepress1581 exactly.

[@robertlundbohm7775]

Even if it doesn't perform any purpose for you then It is ALWAYS great for BARTER Material. Clothes are going to wear out and people will need to replace worn-out and useless items. SOCKS should be in OVER abundance to keep from blisters and infection so have more and I do mean much more stock of SOCKS on hand. Keep your feet dry and warm so having plenty of SOCKS can and WILL do that...

[@sunflower3463]

You’re better off to donate to a food pantry because the shelters throw away a lot of things that people could use don’t donate to Salvation Army they don’t even feed the homeless or allow them to take a shower because of Covid my brother is homeless that’s how I know this I would rather give to a food pantry that I know will help people in need

[@malindascott2383]

Get stocked on critical meds you need!!!! Always Have your BIBLE!

[@Katie2986]

Good luck getting prescription meds stocked, Medicaid lets me have refills one day before they’re due.

[@Katie2986]

James Marquis Ouch! That isn’t cheap to buy OTC

[@Katie2986]

James Marquis I know what you mean, I’m in agony if I miss a day - though baking soda has helped me manage a few times. Elevating the head of your bed two inches can be very helpful, and really, trying to figure out if you can stop the reflux is best - the meds longterm can be problematic or it can lead to more serious health issues. Smoking, alcohol, greasy or spicy stuff, chocolate..... all the good stuff 😎 Honestly, the Government is the threat I’m most worried about. 😏

[@karlosthejackel69]

Yes! Worshipping Jews and Isreal has always worked up until now.

[@jessicaconner1242]

Malinda scott it’s 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞’s average reading material, proof of beliefs and is a really heavy and effective object to throw at enemies

[@Billy420-69]

Three things I would add are hydrogen peroxide, alcohol and iodine.

[@bobbob1826]

Yep

[@ritaschaefer5773]

I can't find iodine who sales it in the states?

[@mechelesee4875]

@@ritaschaefer5773 Any animal feed store or co-op should have quart bottles.

[@carolsybrowsky6870]

The best form of alcohol for emergency storage is vodka. Alcohol is a broncodilator which is a time-honored treatment for bronchitis or pneumonia if you cannot get to a hospital. Also, vodka can be used in alcohol lanterns for light. Naturally, it can be used as a disinfectant. I would buy the cheapest brand in VERY large bottles.

[@brianpan6453]

Jim Beam

[@selinamularz9194]

My family lived off grid for 5 years when I was a kid and we built a shelter out of tarps and the thick black sheet plastic. That along with a barrel stove kept us warm in temps down to -28. I always keep both of those items on hand now just in case.

[@rngriff1]

A barrel stove? Could you discribe please? Thx.

[@jackscott1036]

One thing to keep in mind with lighters is the striker lasts much longer than the fuel, so even if the fuel runs out you can still start a fire with it.

[@TacPhoenix]

All you need is something that'll burn easily right there. Effective, certainly. Safe, that's debatable.

[@CiaofCleburne]

I just have a striker and matches can go inside a large pill bottle, u dont need that fancy container..rip off the striker edge of a matchbox and shove it down in your pill bottle. Make tinder bundles of dryer lint and empty t-paper rolls. Im a thrifty prepper.

[@auberjean6873]

Mary's eco village life, really like your economical ideas! Thanks!

[@julianpillay6966]

This may sound trivial but Its best to use a plastic bottle which is water and airtight. Glass bottles can break easily. From South Africa, govt is still more interested in resturant and taverns closing at 18h00 CAT.

[@CiaofCleburne]

Julian Pillay When not in lockdown, I like to adventure down river rapids. Plastic watertight containers are best!

[@annaknopf4964]

Yes! My Gram taught me to do the same! Only we use old peanutbutter jars!

[@hellothere9318]

Go girl 👍

[@SavedByGracePodcast-sbg]

Dont Know if Someone Has mentioned these items, But things i have already stocked is a Machette, a Survival Saw and a Hatchet. Apart from being good for chopping and building tools the second as weapons. Socks are important but if you can get yourself a decent pair of hiking boots that helps. water filters or water purification tablets are also something i think can be very useful. If you dont have a multitool like a leatherman invest in one. They really are great to have. Leather gloves are also in my list. you hands are important. in a bug out situation having something that protects your hands and at the same time can keep them warm is great to have,

[@lapatrie6568]

Dracan- The Flying Viking A big out situation. Makes you a refugee.

[@SavedByGracePodcast-sbg]

@@lapatrie6568 I know... I am bunking in untill push comes to shove and there is no other choice left.

[@vanessanash7389]

So, like many people---you don't want to prep any food---you're hot plan is to kill people and steal theirs??? Sickening.

[@SavedByGracePodcast-sbg]

@@vanessanash7389 If you look at one of my comments you will see that I am bunking in. I have a 3 months supply of food and other essentials. And where do you get that I wanna kill people and take there stuff. You judge very quickly not knowing me at all. That is not fair and not very nice. Passing judgement on people without knowing them is what is wrong with most of humanity.

[@peaceglory5973]

@@vanessanash7389 I read his comment as smart advice. You need to chop wood for a fire & weapons are needed for hunting or self defense. I don't own any of those things.

[@busby777]

I always keep two disposable fire extinguishers. They can be used in self defense, as well as to put out fires.

[@Caricature1]

This pandemic has taught me a valuable lesson. Always have extra stock of everything before any shtf situation happens. Not even talking major prepping, but at least emergency back ups.

[@ColonizerChan]

Steven Wilson Told people for years to just have extra supplies to get them through at least a week to like month in case they ever really need something and either can’t get more or cant afford it. Shame you had to learn it like this

[@ColonizerChan]

Steven Wilson Told people for years to just have extra supplies to get them through at least a week to like month in case they ever really need something and either can’t get more or cant afford it. Shame you had to learn it like this

[@zombiasnow15]

I have been prepping for years..I have a lot of items that I may need in that situation..but yeah..make sure you have bleach or sanitation solutions to wash said wash cloths, when tp runs out!😵

[@Caricature1]

@@zombiasnow15 I'll be sure to grab some bleach, thanks for the tip.

[@bigtony4829]

key is buy early before the rush ..Better a year early than a day late ...

[@quietmadness1768]

Waterproof matches: Wooden match with the tip dipped in clear nail polish. Let dry on parchment paper. Store in a pill bottle. Voilá...floats too.

[@KissesFromCanada]

Quiet Madness same tip with melted wax,

[@westwonic]

Dip match heads in candle wax- an old boy scout trick

[@cheriesmith5140]

Genius!

[@1BeautifulSthrnBtrfly8138]

Does wax keep it "fresh"?

[@westwonic]

Wax protects the match head against damp conditions

[@iasimov5960]

No matter how well you prepare there's always something that's missing from your supplies. I like to hoard items with trade value: ammo; silver; nails (and screws and bolts); tools; fabric; anything that will always be in demand but takes up little room and has a long shelf life. I don't like gold or precious stones. They are too expensive to obtain and difficult to exchange. Rather than gold, lead, copper and brass are better.

[@psalm9166]

Dawn dishwashing liquid. It can be used for cleaning, washing clothes, shampoo. I am amazed how much I use it for and the old house I bought doesn't have a dishwasher yet. I can't live without Dawn and buy tons of scrubbie sponges.

[@jackdollins]

Hey, good thinking! thx.

[@kelliallen4220]

It also kills ants. It has a lot of uses.

[@wirelesscaller7518]

Novasan, hydrogen peroxide Alcohol Think bigger!

[@wirelesscaller7518]

@@kelliallen4220 they are messangers! Coming in with rain,or climb walls into roof is floods coming. If don't want them inside just leave them a note with symbols on it,leave sugar or a tsp meat outside. Note: not safe inside . Trust your spirit to draw it.

[@wirelesscaller7518]

@@kelliallen4220 spiders are super consciousness, hypersensitive species, protection! A warning where home might be invaded, or damaged in a storm. Some kill roaches ,ants ,bad spiders . Study. Never kill. Just meditation say thanks for message or don't come inside home.

[@Vesbolk]

I like solar yard lights. You bring em in at night and they last for years.

[@unknownguy3229]

i have em around you can buy the cheap a wal mart ...good for camping too

[@sherryshane9797]

Vesbolk when our lites went out due to a storm we bought our solar lites in and boy it was better than candles

[@VidarrKerr]

Why? What do you need them for?

[@sherryshane9797]

John Taylor thks i never thought of that

[@TheFrog767]

Leave them in the packet always ready to go.

[@chadwoodside4911]

On the medical side, don't overlook veterinary medicine... It's cheap and available and just as effective! I grew up on a farm so if SHTF I have all the antibiotics and pain killers, and medical knowledge we need. Just a consideration.

[@jacquelynhill1598]

Like Ivermectin?

[@darlenemassey6161]

@@jacquelynhill1598 Yep, it works well and you can look online for the correct dosage for a person weight from the syringes for horses. I got scabies from a train once and my doctor would not prescribe it even though the CDC had it on a list for scabies. So I got the paste, dialed down to my level and got over it very quickly after that.

[@BO-rg3gc]

If you run out of wicks for the lamp oil lanterns. You can tear up old cotton shirts and or use shoe laces. Just as good as the wicks

[@carolstover8198]

Seams from old blue jeans work too.

[@teaganmckay8706]

If you are using shoelaces make sure to cut off the plastic bit on both sides; for health reasons.

[@gingerleon727]

Medium Wrought iron planter. The ones where you insert the planter through the ring. It can use it as a wood stove to boil water and cooking outdoors. I always keep one and a stainless steel pot.

[@Gouveia100]

Baby whipes are easier to store than toilet paper, plus have multiple uses. Also stocking up non prescription drugs is a good idea: fever, diarrhea, burns, migraines, muscle pains and other smaller stuff that can get you. People with chronic illness (diabetes for example) should also, if possible, stock up on meds. Lets not forget to stock up some water purification pills or filters cuz you neve know.

[@jjo5375]

Insulin users are just out of luck. It must be refrigerated, even if one 'could' get a supply of it, without constant refrigeration, at the right temperature range...its useless. I WISH science could come up with a solid insulin-type diabetes med. that would make it shelf-stable! Maybe one day..... : /

[@Sarah_Kinz]

The only downside to babywipes is that they will freeze when temps drop to freezing :(

[@Gouveia100]

Sarah Kinz just store them in a box loned with insulatin tarp or one of those aluminium one to put on a car windshield

[@yiffypop3100]

That is a big one I don’t see people Mentioning very often, meds are very important and you can get large bottles of basics very cheap. Fevers and infections can be very dangerous, and to get dehydrated from upset stomach can be a killer. Be prepared and keep those meds on hand, they can save your life if you can’t get to a medical facility.

[@fazdoll]

@@jjo5375 For Diabetes type II, people might be able to treat it with a protocol of prolonged fasting. Lots of youtube videos about this. Diabetes Type I is probably SOL.

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

Heavy duty zip ties. Can be used as cuffs or lashing or anything really.

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

Minnesota cowboy up absolutely!!! They’re extremely valuable!!!

[@marytica123]

CosmolineFiend: Can also use them as laces for boots !

[@cosmolinefiend9853]

Mary A hasn’t thought of that. Nice!!

[@tacticalbartender3057]

Cosmoline Fiend yep..I keep the 8inch, they’re pretty versatile!

[@RSPDiver]

Long twist ties are good also. Like the kind from kids’ toys that are about 5-8 inches long.

[@christynelong5357]

Dawn dishsoap the blue one, use for hygiene, use for dishes, cleaning, bugs, laundry, animals. A million uses!!!

[@sharoningerson6167]

Christyne Long I believe the green is the original color. I use it on my pets when I see a flea or tick!!

[@jessicacanfield5408]

I find dawn dish soap dries out my hands so bn using it for a both soap is probably a no go for me but I am 50 yes old too

[@danniemcdonald4903]

@@sharoningerson6167 Actually, blue Dawn is the original. It says so on the label. I believe that Palmolive original is green.

[@sharoningerson6167]

Jessica Canfield wish I was 50 again!!lol

[@sharoningerson6167]

Dannie McDonald ok I stand corrected!!😊😊

[@kathyschemmel5745]

My husband feels the same way. He also thought that the coronavirus would go away in the spring time that it was just the flu. Have an area that you know he will not go into and store small things there. Anything that you would keep in the medicine cabinet or first aid would be important. Also cans can be stored in small places. If your husband has been looking at the news he most likely believes what is going on but does not want to alarm you. You know, I am Man, no one can hurt me! Lol. Stay safe.

[@mrrec1144]

I've been prepping on and off since Y2K didn't happen. I didn't have to go to the store for anything except gas and cigarettes until July of that year. I have a few suggestions that y'all might wish to use. 1. Clean, unused 5 gallon buckets with lids. These are a must. They are ideal for airtight storage. Carrying water and washing items in them. Hauling or temp storage of human waste. Even as a seat. There are many uses that can make them one of the most valuable items that you can have, and they are relatively cheap as well. 4 or 5 of them are a must. 2. 1 quart size zip lock baggies. Just like the buckets they are great for storage and dry proofing end less things. Such as preventing wet socks from contaminating your pack. You are only limited by your imagination. 3.Refillable high heat butane "crack" lighters with refill canisters. These can be used in any situation that a regular butane lighter can, but also provide higher heat for melting plastic, shrink wrapping wire connections, and light soldering. In a pinch they can also be used to boil a small amount of water, heat food, or sterilize small metal tools i:e tweezers. 4. "LifeStraw". This is a specialty item that I recommend that people own even in a non prep situation. Basically it is a water purification "straw" That can be purchased at Wally World for around $18. You uncap the end, stick it in a water source, wait a few seconds, and then suck up the water. It removes many sources of contamination from a water supply. Dysentery or dehydration are usually the number one killers in a long term survival situation. One for each person is HIGHLY recommended. In fact this one item might just be the most important item that YOU SHOULD PURCHASE. An unseen microbe can kill you just as dead as a bullet. 5. Plastic drinking straws. These can be recycled from your everyday drink purchases. They are very handy as a way to suck air out of baggies as to save space in a pack. A source of plastic that can be melted for temporary repairs, and as a small durable storage container. I fold one end over and melt it shut with a "crack" lighter. Then I add the item(s) to be stored, cut it with about 1/4 inch extra length, and then fold and melt the open end shut. You can roll up $10,20,100 bills and seal them shut. Small pills, such as clonazepam or other "sensitive" type medications in pill form, or if they don't fit crush them into powder, and then pinch them off at 1 pill increments. Salt, pepper, and spices can all be sealed in single use, or multiple use amounts. A small amount of matches, lighter lead, or anything that is small and needs to be waterproofed, then these will work great. In a pinch they can also be used for "plugging". (As a rectal safe). I could go on, but I don't wish to hog up too much space. These are just a few simple things to consider when delving into the complex world of "prepping". Thank y'all for your time.

[@susansailors1716]

I bought a cigarette machine, tubes and tobacco just in case.

[@sibkiss2009]

Mr REC yes thank you for posting I was looking at this video and thought of some of those things to have on hand but this is not the first time that I’ve went through this prepping exercise so I already have some and for the 5 gallon buckets you can get Styrofoam filled fishing /seat bucket for a cooler. I made bracelets and use the crack lighter for sealing paracord ends and of course it can be used for lighting pipes. I don’t smoke cigarettes but they could be used as a barter item - with bottles of booze or wine. Pot too , a stash of smoking type or edibles if you are into mj for stress and anxiety relief.

[@margaritab.9848]

THANK YOU SIR !!!!! I’ve screen shot it and will highly keep in mind when shopping

[@margaritab.9848]

God Bless Everyone!!!

[@OceanSwimmer]

Thank you for mentioning the 5 gallon buckets; I live with my 94 year old mom, and she isn't the kind who could adapt to a latrine type toilet. Due to a recent family accident, we have a shower chair I can adapt. Good quality plastic bags are important for use with a 5 gallon bucket toilet. Mr REC -- what do you suggest for water storage?

[@matadoractual]

Good video. I would add a few things. Nitrile gloves, Anti Bacterial bar soap, Foot powder, a anti inflammatory like Motrin, cutting/chopping tools/multi tool and fish antibiotics. Also important are oral hygiene products. Just my 2 cents

[@raintessa1]

I love your attitude! Especially the idea "horde socks for yourself, then give back to your local shelter," and "give ideas to each other to help each other out." Although, right now, we can't donate goods because of the shelter in place, I really admire your attitude!

[@pkknight4413]

It’s summer in New Orleans! 11 days without power August 29, 2021, 16 years to the day after Katrina! It’s just common sense. I go more solar and battery banks, but I picked up some great tips. I tend to focus on portability as I evacuated for Katrina, but stayed for Ida. Keep your options open and your supplies adaptable. That’s the way I see it.

[@greglum2]

just in case no one else thought of it - heavy duty foil wrapp, for making cups or bowls

[@calebwkey]

Or maybe a metal mug?????????

[@timothylongmore7325]

And helmets so they can't read your thoughts. No seriously foils a good idea. Maybe not top fifteen but it beats out tp and duct tape

[@recon1986]

You can also do that with the tape guys

[@krisdunwoody7037]

For in the woods type survival situations, to rap around fish and other meats (NOT "bats", "rats", we must learn from China's mistakes, also don't live, work, or buy food from a living "zoo" type food market, if within 2K (TWO KILOMETERS) of Biowarfare research lab LEVEL FOUR!!!!!

[@timothylongmore7325]

@@krisdunwoody7037 Unfortunately hungry people will and do eat anything. The "wet" markets in third world countries exist because their governments don't give a f*%k about their people or human rights. I've heard ebola came about in a similar way. I don't belive the virus escaped but it is possible. Mother nature is the ultimate mad scientist.

[@Onteo1]

The dollar store is a goldmine for a lot of these items. Religious candles. Lighters. Batteries bleach and medical supplies

[@buckshot4428]

Their bleach isn't that good. I'd rather trust Clorox. You can smell the difference.

[@buckshot4428]

If you read the labels you will find that a lot of their stuff is American made. I don't trust the Chinese either & will not buy medical stuff from them. @krembulum

[@LadywatchingByrd]

Sometimes I feel you get ripped off at the dollar store because they sell in smaller- than- usual- amounts.. ie 20 Qtips instead of 50 or lesser of the BS meds ..

[@justsayin3647]

I have found that the religious candles do not burn very well, regardless of where they were purchased. The wicks are too small. Their 3 inch columns actually burn very well.

[@thomasbrown5445]

@@buckshot4428 They sell Clorox and all name brands. They just give you choices between name brands or thier Clover Valley brand.

[@kennethjacot8586]

medicinal plants. Aloe vera, Rosemary, Yarrow for example. Start them now, only takes a little water to keep them going. Aloe is good for sunburns, minor cuts, etc. They may be useful when there is no drugstores.

[@michaelkaer]

Cannabis seeds will be worthwhile to have for trade, even better clones. I have lots of seeds and a dozen mother plants to clone from. I make tinctures and medicated oils from cannabis. I then make candies and baked goods out of the medicated oil. I trademarked my process and name Potcorn. I also have cannalube. Cannabis sexual lube that has many other uses.

[@lalannej]

Hawthorn leaf will cure some upcoming infections/plagues.

[@shireenscott31]

Also you can use old flannel sheets cut up in 10 inch squares for urine wipes and 12 by 12 inches for bigger business. Just put used pee ones in a covered small plastic container and wash in rinse then regular wash cycle! Kinda like the days of old when we used cloth diapers! Point is we don’t need to freak out if we can’t find TP for a bit!! We got this people!!!! 👍👍👍

[@nealgrey6485]

Yes, it is important to have on hand what you need or use. Yes, having a supply of seed is important (if you already know how to garden). But if you have to leave your residence-say a flood or some disaster-your three-year supply of food may be lost. Be sure to have a few things already in a bag: a quart water bottle, a filter, a small first aid kit, protection from the elements if only a poncho. Don’t forget about keeping yourself warm at night with a warm long-sleeved sweater and a warm beanie under the poncho. Good luck and God bless us all.

[@marlyce]

Soap-making skills Canning food skills Making meat jerky Knitting/crocheting/tying good knots ..so many more things not mentioned...

[@rociwillreadforyou]

Things that people can go and buy, not talents they have or need to learn.

[@---nj7hl]

Roc WillLive Not if we are in lockdown.

[@cmac6124]

Boy Scout Handbook from the 60's' and 70's. Best survival info around.

[@earlhickey1557]

Its outdated, nowadays people need entertainment, get some notebooks, several solar-light charging options, all good movies, all good series, e-books and all kinds of music and ofcourse spare ram.

[@charlottesometimes6977]

Earl Hickey My goodness, there will be no electricity or internet in this situation! Think: deck of cards, board games, art supplies...

[@alitlweird]

how many should I stockpile?

[@Maskedbloom]

@Mike Mayhewand weed!

[@nadia-yx6re]

I'll buy it on Amazon, thanks

[@aprilcarr8079]

Wow amazing I’ve been slowly prepping stuff and as a lot of others out there that’s families and friends laughed and thought I was losing my mind and watching to much utube but finally they are seeing what I saw coming for awhile now and even my hubby thought I was losing it til recently the crazy amount for food ,gas, and Essentials finally my hubby really sees the urgencies I’ve been warning so many about and to really crack down now and spend all our money wisely for the future if we plan to even have a fighting chance at what is becoming rapidly so many unprepared my heart breaks for thous unprepared I remember the panic of people running to Costco at the start of the pandemic of 2019 and the hard two years we all got threw barely for basic necessities and the lineups so long and watching people standing in lines forever as I sat at home staying away from all that you think people learn but they don’t they just figure that everything will go back to normal the stores will be stocked the gas will keep pumping we keep paying our bills same old same old but it’s going to stop and it’s gonna stop fast and sudden and people will be running around like a bunch of lunatics at least I know even on a disability pension I’ve managed to be able to get ahead of it! And with your help Ive learnt something every time thank you

[@22thinker]

I just started about a month ago because of the Covid 19 virus 🦠. It’s emotionally tiring because I have tried to talk my adult children into getting extras, but they are not concerned. Being a mom I am compelled to stock even more with them in mind. God bless you all.

[@mrrec1144]

Nothing wrong with being "mamma bear". You go girl.

[@fibrowarrior6360]

@@mrrec1144 ....AMEN My Friend! God Bless U & yours! 🙏🏻

[@fibrowarrior6360]

I'm a Mama close to the same position. God Bless U & Family! 🙏🏻

[@22thinker]

@joe Recto It’s not about self sufficient , they like so many people are not believing that this virus is that bad, but this past week with this being declared a pandemic has had an affect on their thinking. They are finally buying extras, but it is more slim pickings for them.

[@22thinker]

@Arcana Imperii No, not a waste of money.

[@vendomnu]

Paracetamol + ibuprofen for basic pain relief and knocking down a serious fever. Vitamin pills for supplementing that not so varied diet. Chocolate as an antidepressant - low morale kills.

[@lynnreed7342]

I am not supposed to use ibuprophen as I have high blood pressure!!!!!!!

[@BlueEyedMomof378]

@@lynnreed7342 Aspirin? Tylenol? Are either of those ok?

[@lynnreed7342]

@@BlueEyedMomof378 Tylenol....OK

[@sammyellis9427]

NO TYLENOL!! It blocks glutathione in the liver. Best antioxidant.

[@lynnreed7342]

@@sammyellis9427 why do doctors always tell those who have heart issues to use it? What is glutahione??? And if I can't use Tylenol either, there's nothing else for pain....can't take aspirin. Excedrin works for my occasional head aches, but if I take too much, I have withdrawal headaches...

[@NigwardTheSquid]

Salts cannot be stressed enough. Your body depends on electrolytes (salts) and will not function correctly without them. Salts are what allow your muscles to move. Salts are how your brain tells your body to do things. Without electrolytes you are subject to dizziness and vomiting (and other discharge of fluids), and worse. If you plan to go a few days without food and just go on water, make sure you drink something that can replenish your electrolytes, other wise you’ll be causing more harm.

[@DJCowboyGels]

Preppers are whacked! Without proper medicines, medical supplies and knowledge let alone the basic skills of diagnosing and applying same...all the guns, ammo, batteries, canned food, water, blankets, stock piling and hoarding in the world won't help you! You must be under the assumption you'll be in and remain in perfect health through any ordeal and all crises. Please...get a grip! Which of you can diagnose an illness? Determine blood type for a transfusion? What labs are you going to use? What type infection, viral or bacterial? What of previous health conditions? Asthma? Diabetes? High blood pressure...etc The list goes on and on. How about set broken bones? Administer an IV or know which solution to run? What about sewing up wounds and cuts? Giving shots, or treat a thousand other medical emergencies? What meds will you have in your arsenal of supplies and how will you retain their efficacy? Many need very specific conditions just to store them. All this is just basic...I haven't even got to the real world difficult parts. Prepping...LMAO! Good luck with that!

[@LauraSavedByGrace]

Must add potassium and magnesium as well! Salt and potassium are the electrolytes we lose when sweating, and both must be replaced!! Critical! Add these supplements to your prepper medicine cabinet!

[@thapthoptheep2076]

@@DJCowboyGels I'm 42 years old and have never suffered any of the problems you listed, been to hospital once with a broken knuckle and it was self-inflicted when I was an angry teenager. I get it, doesn't mean I never will suffer from a severe illness but planning for that isn't realistic at this time - my plan involves me increasing my chances of survival, which includes doing everything I can to prevent illness or injury...not to pretend I can operate on my own brain tumor should one develop. Your plan in an SHTF scenario would appear to be give up and die, which is not a sane plan for me. I've zero hope of treating myself if I come down with a severe illness and am aware of this. The things I've been ill with in the past I was able to treat and overcome, best case scenario if SHTF in any way I might get the odd cold or flu, maybe a minor cut or something...you went to the most extremes as if those things will 100% happen to everyone - people can live into their 90's and later without having any of those issues. Prepping isn't only a sane plan, it's a reasonable plan and I'd argue should be a more common one, not enough people prep. Prepping isn't all about doomsday scenarios, you could lose your job or simply find yourself without power for a few days, or it could be fuel or supply chain issues. It's akin to mocking people for saving up for a rainy day, very few do it, most people live week to week with zero care nor thought for the unpredictable nature of reality and it's not wise. Way I look at it, my food and supplies shopping has already been done, I don't shop for this week's food, I already have that - I've had it for months or possibly even years, I shop to replenish my stock, much of what I buy tomorrow won't be eaten for a year or more, it makes even more sense than saving up money because the value of money can change over time whereas the nutritional value of most foods when stored properly will remain. I can't prepare for everything, nobody can, but in the absence of a more sane plan why not? In the very least I'm simply shopping for stuff I'll need in advance, I'm saving for the future - but saving goods instead of money, gold, whatever. Tell us more about your plan to simply not care, I'm intrigued.

[@justmeiniowa]

Save your dryer lint and toilet paper rolls. Stuff the rolls with dryer lint. They make great "kindling" to get a fire going. Store them pre-stuffed or not. Keep the lint in 5 gallon buckets with lids in a very dry area that does not get a lot of heat !

[@j.a.abele333]

Solar lights from the dollar store can be charged without pulling the "start strip" and keep in the car or home for extra lights... at $1 each its a bargain...

[@ratroddiesels1981]

those plastic grocery bags can be folded then braided into any length desired for emergency cordage , when you braid them you would be surprised how much tensile strength can be achieved .

[@kadrianstahley1241]

Paracord, buddy.

[@stephanie7572]

You can also use the bags for wiping down a wet surface instead of paper towels.

[@mariedykeman5208]

I also tie garbage bags together and wrap my yard sticks together instead of rope for the trash man. works great. slide each handle together and make a chain of bags.

[@jh4675]

@@woobielocks Bucket compost toilet

[@mkmason2002]

Everyone needs to have a small tent for indoor use. When the Grand Solar Minimum hits this winter & we lose power set up the tent on a carpet or large bed. Place a comforter on top & use a coffee can with 3-4 tea lights to get the tent warm, about 10 minutes. When burning candles inside the tent leave the door flap open a little to avoid carbon monoxide build up. Bundle up with lots of blankets. They're cheap at thrift shops or yard sales. They're also great to cover up windows to keep out the draft.

[@aroldfut]

Sleeping together in a small space (tent) indoors preserves body heat during winter. I remember that lesson from boy Scout days.

[@cathydavis25]

great idea.

[@ceecee8757]

@@cathydavis25 not in Florida!! Lol!

[@carlosa1038]

Mr buddy heater works great. Does require propane. But it is safe to use indoors.

[@mkmason2002]

@@carlosa1038 Yes, I bought 2 Big Buddies for my children. {I have woodstoves.} However, folks need to store up lots of tanks ahead of time because in an emergency those tanks will fly off the shelves. A 2-week snowstorm could mean 112-224 tanks depending on the size of the room heated and the desires temperature. Walmart couldn't supply enough tanks for one family! I pick up a 4 pack {it's cheaper} whenever I shop.

[@danielhague6694]

IF you get a Mag-Light. I recommend the D Cell version. Nothing longer than a 3 battery light. If you use it as a baton, anything longer than the 3-battery Mag-Light will bend from the cranial impact and the batteries will be hard to get out. Yes, voice of experience.

[@massoutdoortramper2744]

2 other big items for me would be survival/SHTF reference books. Also a needed item would be HYGIENIC supplies. I make basic “Hygiene kits” consisting of wipes, TP, sanitizer, toothpaste & toothbrush, soap and a micro towel. JMHO 🤔

[@dannylee1446]

Needles

[@shirleywong4333]

who gonna brush at zombie time more important keeping your life than brushing your teeth

[@barbaraanderson2060]

I saw a video on washing clothes when the grid goes down. Don't use the big fluffy towels, they are hard to rinse the soap out. Get the thinner ones.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

@@shirleywong4333 Maybe, maybe not...Oral hygiene is important since an infected tooth can send infection into your blood stream and poisen your entire body. A past neighbor of mine got a badly infected tooth and put off going to dentist for a couple wks, he wound up in the hospital for 3 wks 1 wk of that time spent in ICU. It wound up damaging his heart. So brushing and flossing is not just about elimenating bad breath.

[@naomiworldcitizen9966]

I keep plenty of heavy duty *ZIP TIES* in my prepper kit.

[@leighboschen3399]

Naomi World Citizen hi ... so where do you buy zip ties ?? Those def would be quite handy ... thanks 🙏🏻 😊....

[@agamum1]

Dollar store has assorted sizes for .... you guessed it ! $1

[@scottfugazi4956]

Very very useful item to have

[@dougfresh1341]

@@leighboschen3399 Harbor Freight has best price and the ties have better tensil strength than many others.

[@dougfresh1341]

Harbor Freight. Best price and one item that their quality is great.

[@767truthseeker]

First time I've seen your channel, you are right on the mark with items to "horde". A lot of the items you are talking about you can get at Harbor Freight which is cheaper than Walmart for these items. And remember food preps, rice and beans are cost effective and will last for years. I really hope people will consider the fact that there will be a food shortage and it may come sooner than you think. All the crop failures in the United States speaks loudly and we need to bring that to the front burner. Thank you for the video, it was appreciated.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

Hoard Horde is a large, rowdy group

[@gapratt4955]

2 things to add. First, disposable diapers. So many uses, from padding splints to added insulation in a pinch. Also work as large area dressings, flip over and the plastic will seal a sucking chest wound. Next up superglue, the OG chemical suture.

[@luxuriouslypoor6885]

Don’t forget to carry your common sense with you.

[@luxuriouslypoor6885]

@FATBINK You would be surprised at how many have lost common sense in all of this

[@georgemcmillan9172]

Sadly, these days, common sense is not very common...

[@RubiconV]

In a go bag?

[@thomaswalsh287]

The most evenly distributed commodity on earth.......everyone thinks they have more than enough!

[@dorkyrouge3372]

Best survival item of all...kudos to you...

[@markfriedersdorf4750]

super glue,good for many things,including sealing off cuts.

[@marieb.1810]

good idea. Works. A nurse once told me tho to leave a tiny bit open and don't glue the whole wound. It needs an opening to drain out or you get trouble. Sort of like this if i can do it. ____________ ___

[@uknowwhodontyou921]

I'm thinking you never tried to glue a wound shut with super glue before. It doesn't work as well as you would believe it would. Better to get the new skin. It's made for cuts and actually works.

[@pyronymph-868]

Epsom salt; most survival situations have you eating food that will make you constipated. Having a blocked bowel can put you down, having a laxative on hand that has other uses is a good idea.

[@replicantpedals6085]

As well as being used for soil conditioning in horticulture etc

[@ritajones3628]

I have the opposite. I need anti direaha drugs.

[@jeaniejbutler4911]

Yes great point, however make sure you buy the plain Epsom salt as so many come with added frangrences now and could be harmful if ingested.

[@lousialb8962]

Thank you for this list. I notice that several of these items could be replaced with more durable/less dependent alternatives (instead of running out of what you need after a period of time). Since this list included seeds for planting, it seems to be for a long-term situation, so having only a few weeks of essentials doesn't make sense. I suggest the following substitutions: TOILET PAPER: a supply of flannel (like "receiving blankets" for babies) instead of toilet paper. Less disgusting washing that than what you'll contend with when the toilet paper runs out. MATCHES/LIGHTERS: fire strike flint. Hunting/camping stores have inexpensive, compact, easy to use versions. Again, when your matches are burned and your lighters empty, what will you do? Strike flint keeps going. LIGHTING: Solar or crank. You'll be lit for as long as the sun keeps shining and your hands can move. Why bother with batteries, oil, and wicks (all of which get used up then you're in the dark) COOKING/HEAT: Only biofuel systems. Propane is handy, but it's gone when it's gone. A kelly kettle needs a handful of sticks or pine cones to boil water. Biolite (there are probably other brands similar) uses the same for single or double burner stoves and you can charge devices off them! There are also solar ovens. PLASTIC BAGS: Canvas bags are nearly water tight, washable, durable, and compact. I'd also include basic and durable sewing supplies (various needles and a big spool of strong waxed cotton thread and one of artificial sinew for effective repairs to clothing, bags, sleeping blankets, canvas tarps, tents, etc)

[@c.r701]

Watching this when here we have a globe pandemic NO ONE IS laughing at Preppers now.

[@divinekate818]

That's a fact 💯

[@brent847]

news is overblowing things to create panic and headlines. worry more about a tyrannical factions in our government undermining the nation. there are socialists running for president. democrats only care about money, power and control. chaos and fear are the weapons they manipulate people with. you know the deal.

[@2bituser569]

No we don’t. Unplug from msm pls unplug now

[@susanfernandez7475]

1st US death just reported now

[@pw2006]

The pandemic is not the major problem, but what actions CH does in the next 3 weeks is. The US should be ok although there's still a lot of products that come from CH and someone will need to fill the gap selling supplies thats needed to keep US products moving along the production lines.

[@jeremymeline6854]

Always....ALWAYS! Check out the clearance sections of your stores.

[@adessachui7777]

And thrift stores. I actually found one that has brand new first aid stuff once in a while and lots of flashlights.

[@Delta-en4xd]

@@adessachui7777 me and my friend like to thrift at value village. He found a basically brand new $200 hiking backpack I could not find any thing wrong with. He grabbed it for $49 and I once found a like new winter jacket for $30 that online starts at $100. Really good finds at thrift stores

[@holdthepickles]

We got a 2 burner Coleman stove for less than $10 at Goodwill. It works!

[@no_peace]

Look at the Walmart camping section just before and just after the summer camping season I mean i go there like twice a week though lol I got a $65 shower/utility tent for 20 bucks, a really nice nesting cook set for like 8 bucks, and a stainless 2 person mess kit for a few bucks at different times this year. I was stooooooked. They had so much stuff on sale Also saw a catalytic heater for 10 bucks at Goodwill. Should have gotten it

[@1caramarie]

@@no_peace Even better try after hunting season and you can get many things to keep you warm. I'm a woman and short but anything can be shorten, so I buy men's, women hunting stuff is made for Barbie types.

[@cavaughnhaynes]

You touched on it in the gardening. Often overlooked is acquiring knowledge and skills to utilize the items to their potential. Training and practicing a skill will go a long way

[@selfreliantb2363]

Mason jars, vegetable oil, and wicks/any strips of cotton you can cut or find like cut fabric or mop strings. This is probably the most cost effective way to light your home. You can also use your old cooking oils.

[@kygunrunner]

Liquid bleach has a 1 year shelf life before it starts losing strength. Powdered bleach is a better option. You can just mix it as you need it. Also storing non iodized salt for curing meat and canning along with iodized salt for everyday use is a plus in my book

[@tacticalbartender3057]

ky gun runner didn’t know this..thanks!

[@fluffysnatch4689]

@Lexi San Diego Iodine in liquid form lasts a long time, plus Iodine pills for water purification, just keep it in a cool space.

[@Oxnate]

@Lexi San Diego "Iodized salt does not last as long as plain salt, in storage." - - - Well the iodine in Iodized salt will sublimate (essentially evaporate) in around 5 years or so but the salt will still be good after that. You should also stock some liquid iodine anyway. Great for purifying water and treating wounds as well as being an essential element.

[@davej7458]

@Lexi San Diego What happens to iodized salt that makes it spoil. I know iodized salt can become discolored. There is also a need for noniodized salt for food preparation.

[@iiipurrrsentkitty-7373]

I was volunteering for the homeless. The most heartbreaking thing I saw was a 23 year old veteran from Iraq war. All he wanted was some socks. We didn’t have any left. I wanted to give him mine 😞

[@surfingtothestars]

So young and to be homeless. Sad 😢

[@iiipurrrsentkitty-7373]

Ryan Rigsby We need to prioritize our Veterans over illegal immigrants. Period.

[@iiipurrrsentkitty-7373]

Buggles mymind I didn’t say anything about the haves and have nots. I was working at an event in my local community that had a gym full of stations to help anyone homeless that was interested to find a hand up. We gave away hundreds of bagged lunches. Got people to sign up for programs that could help them. We gave away TONS of clothing. The marine I was referring to just wanted a clean pair of socks. I don’t usually get nasty but FU. We are trying actively to help these people. Again. FU.

[@jam7453]

@John Taylor ~ Usually I might ignore some kind of comment like this but I think you need your mind poked a little bit to wake it up. What makes a person search replies on a comment about homeless veterans only to totally disregard the fact that the original comment was about that only to attack someone & act like they’re whining about the fact that a lot of the politicians have pretty cushy lives & most haven’t had to deal with the real struggles a lot of the soldiers have dealt with, deal with & might the rest of their lives. All the money in the world can never repay these people for their service or treat & heal the real scars of their service, putting their lives on the line for our freedom. You’ve obviously never been in the military or you would acknowledge the facts of the original comment attached to your ignorant comments. If you are implying that money equates to true success you’re sadly mistaken & should really learn a little more about what comes with establishing real success. The economic system is exactly that a system. You’ve been programmed to believe as so many other people that wealth makes any person successful which that definitely does not. So, if that’s what you believe as truth then answer this question: If there was no monetary/economic system then how would you label what makes someone ‘successful’ or a ‘loser’. Have a little more respect & show a little more compassion there, John boy. Open that mind up just a tad bit more.

[@christopher7733]

@@jam7453 well said sir .I'm not overly religious but I beleive it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle then for a rich man to enter heaven and your are correct a person's success is not measured by their worth but by their soul and good deeds in my opinion. I have physically saved over 200 lives in my lifetime by being there for others when they needed someone the most.ei.gunshots amputees car crashes ods suicides, my happiness is those people 98 percent of them get to go home to their families .sadly I can not save everyone 3 of those 200 I could not save .In closing I will never be rich but j am happy and I bring others happiness .

[@ryancampbell2192]

A solar or crank cell phone charger is great to have. Also, a reminder that in an emergency, if the cell service is overloaded TRY TEXTING. The bandwidth required for voice call is roughly 100x-200x text, so try texting for communication.

[@auberjean6873]

Thanks. Had never heard of that!

[@JohnnyBarger-sb3yh]

Ryan Campbell you need to read about what happens, your phone will make a good anchor

[@jgjg3848]

You can charge off the car battery too. Also if your laptop is fully charged, you can charge your phone via USB too.

[@dhanawaken9323]

Excellent suggestions👍🏼 Be prepared, take heed! Protect your family🙌🏼

[@patrickadams7120]

WD-40...you would be amazed at just how many uses that magical stuff has

[@jeanene72]

@Copperhead Sutton Don't forget the baling wire! LOL Seriously, I have a partial roll in my cache, not sure what for.

[@wi4305]

WD-40 can clean of rust.

[@jason83ist]

@EricTheCanadian My grandmother swore that WD-40 got rid of the pain in her knees. But I remember it being red in color. Does any one remember that? Got it in my mind? Could be wrong?

[@RoboBreaker]

Go on...

[@pinopino1086]

@Custom Made DMSO? Explain what it is...thnks.

[@ForgivenMan-jl7bp]

Word search and crossword books, a deck of cards, domino's, notebooks, pins, pencils, books, a couple board games if your hunkered down. Need entertainment folks. Edit: Also keep baking soda and peroxide. You can brush your teeth with it and use it for other things too.

[@suzannepatterson307]

Poop Shoot I did the dollar general for a dozen word searches. Travel Yahtzee’s and new deck of cards. People thought I was nuts.

[@shrekfather7398]

What about your phone with a generator?

[@gypsie877]

Check out "Eat the Weeds" . There are a lot of natural growing foods that modern people consider weeds, but are edible.

[@rvnurse2b]

Yes! I find it amazing that most of the things we try to eliminate from our yards ARE FOOD!

[@progressivelady1949]

A great reason not to put broadleaf weed killers on your lawn; not to mention doing your pets a favor.

[@Cina31373]

I agree 100%!!!!

[@nonakabyrd5759]

Squirrel taste good.

[@valeriejpanda]

Thank you for helping simple people to be Prepared. I have started a Pantry of Food, Basic needs & Water, but these items you don't usually think of needing. Propane is necessary if its Cold & you loose your power. I am ready. Appreciate your list.

[@Aggie63]

Use an old prescription bottle to store matches, cotton and vassaling ect.

[@Will-Max]

My vassal won't fit in a bottle.

[@ronjackson1416]

Fine steel wool and a 9-volt battery make a great fire starter, Just touch a piece of the steel wool to the positive and negative terminals to ignite the wool.

[@realcecewilson]

Crayons can be used as candles. With back to school sales, perfect time to buy. Light the top and drop some wax onto plate to stand the crayon upright. It will burn down. Leave the paper on.

[@letsgetthispartystarted9642]

I am going to try this soon. Have to get crayons.

[@baroneb5043]

crayon will NOT burn without a cored wick... neither would a candle if it didnt have a wick

[@msgr9499]

@@baroneb5043 Notice she Did say "leave the paper on"....I'm very curious how well it actually works

[@baroneb5043]

Roxie Rox it doesnt work.... if it did candles wouldnt use wicks

[@dotesondots]

I watched other prepper videos, but your video is the best I have seen. It is clear, concise, and informative. Thank you so much.