Top 10 Preps to Buy At COSTCO Upon EVERY Visit

[@mkmason2002]

1. rice 2. batteries. 3. canned meat 4. oil 5. peanut butter 6. soup or chilli 7. jarred or canned fruit 8. canned veggies 9. toilet paper 10. vitamins, OTC medications.

[@bowman243]

Thanks for saving me nine minutes. Time is valuable too.

[@Napsteraspx]

I could survive without toilet paper, but not without butt wipes 🤣🤣

[@eveclaiborne6252]

Thank you!

[@livilou5075]

Thank you!

[@Jennuine_food]

If you don't wanna watch videos maybe KZbin is not the best place to look for information/entertainment. There are quick lists of prep items available on Facebook, Pinterest, or many private websites which you can probably find with a quick search.

[@swedishsteam9451]

I know that if I get 76 cans of Chili I will need a whole lot of that Costo TP just to be safe lol, great video!

[@LivingInColumbus]

Haha 😆 well played !!

[@LionofLight777]

Excellent idea!...I'm gonna stock up on some cans of stag chili and beans.✌😉

[@MrChickensnatcher]

Savage!

[@JohnDoe-ff2fc]

Heating costs will go down in the winter, but you'll be kinda lonely.

[@corollaae8645]

Y’all don’t forget the gas x and beano while there.🤣🤣🤣🤢🤢🤢

[@kevinrockwell3809]

I would also recommend beef/chicken bouillon cubes. Dirt cheap, great storage life, and easy to store. Plain white rice could get old pretty quick.

[@jeannineduncan2982]

Agreed!! I also like to put cooked rice in with my canned soup when I heat it up. It tastes great and makes the soup meal more filling!

[@Joe_Friday]

Do you do something special with the cubes other than using them for soup?

[@jonothandoeser]

Man, I don't have room for all that stuff!!!! Be reasonable!

[@carolhamilton5164]

Would love to do this but almost all contain corn in one form or another used to be able to get Goya but the too now use corn, help anyone who knows of brands without a corn derivative. I use a lot for seasoning, making gravy soups etc. some dehydrated vegetables and bouillon makes a very quick soup. though due to a poultry allergy I can only use beef and ham bullion.

[@jonothandoeser]

@@Joe_Friday You can use the cubes fr seasoning. They work great on most things.

[@rfarevalo]

If you buy canned fish. Get it canned in oil or its own juices (not water). Fats and protein are needed for survival and hard to come by during disasters. You can live without carbs and carbs are easier to find during times of strife or disaster. Caned fish with oil provides the high calorie fats your body needs.

[@colleenkaralee2280]

Speaking of fish oil I discovered this year tinned cod livers in their own oil and they are delicious. Amazon sells them and Fortino's (Canada).

[@lindseyknudsen5134]

I store coconut oil for this reason. It's just a bonus that it is also may be used as a body care product and is a lightweight enough oil to use for equipment and tool maintenance

[@drleo6409]

I never thought of that. I like it without oil but.

[@rfarevalo]

@@drleo6409 Our ancestors went a long time storing fish in oil and then later inventing canning to store fish in oil. Storing fish in water is the least preferred method for nutrition, taste, and for pepper/survival purposes. Fish stored in oil last longer canned.

[@rw9019]

@@drleo6409 part if the problem with the oil in tuna is that it is packed with soy oil, which is highly inflammatory. Ive started cut soy out of my diet and feel better, but it's in practically everything bcz its so cheap. I dont want to prep with things that are make me feel bad.

[@Citizen-pg8eu]

Don’t confuse “best by” dates for “expiration” dates. Most canned items will last many, many years after the “best by” date, but the flavor will slightly below “best”. Check other videos on this subject. I like all his suggestions.

[@aleisterbroley900]

Came here to say this myself. The food may look less appealing in 20 years, but there's a good chance it's still edible.

[@aleisterbroley900]

@J V good tip!

[@QuadZero8404]

Expiration dates are not even close to expiration dates. They are dates that the FDA and governmental agencies feel safe with for items.

[@kingtrance6826]

As long as the cans are not bulging and nothing smells or is molded upon opening your golden.

[@sandrascarborough1009]

Storage is key to the lifespan of everything.

[@dellabryant7466]

Awesome shopping trip! I would add dry beans like Pinto, Lima, Black eyed peas, Black beans, Red Kidney Beans, and my favorite Hurst's Ham Beans 15 bean soup and Lentils. Saffron rice is good as well. Again. I loved the video thank you. Wish we had Costco here !

[@Citizen-pg8eu]

Just learned that the fluid from canned beans can be used as a substitute for eggs! Fluid from canned White beans and garbanzo beans are best. They call it aquafaba (spelling?). Look it up.

[@brentgandhi]

Instant COFFEE is a must get!!!

[@MeasuredFlat]

Naw, but, it might make a great bartering chip

[@wolf-ls7jx]

Amen.

[@beebob1279]

Luckily, no one in my household drinks coffee

[@jgm120153]

I just added this to my preps

[@Amanda-ln7yb]

better yet..real coffee and a french press :)

[@pilarpenton8435]

Never to be forgotten is Pet food... I've bought 4 large bags of dog food and 4 bags for my cats. They're at our mercy!

[@Livetoeat171]

Hopefully he’ll put them in your bag and then in a hard plastic bin because the mice will get to it

[@bettye444]

pilar penton yeah, and I’ve started feeding a feral cat in My neighborhood.

[@agentfrankvideos]

Could just feed them trespassers and thieves !

[@JacksonClan11]

Dry pet food will go rancid after a while. Cans are safer. But also they can eat rice with canned meat just like humans.

[@nicolewaterhouse1933]

@@LA-wv7gf what about canned pink and red salmon and canned tuna?

[@MrAllaboutmetal]

During the early days of the pandemic before it hit Australia I got my wife up to costco. Now here we call it the great toilet paper heist of 2020 where people were physical fighting over toilet paper. Now Costco put a limit to one package of toilet paper and you found out when you hit the cash register as well as some other items which they never told anyone until you went through the checkout. I was stocking up on long life food such as the 25KG bag of rice, pasta, canned tomato's, milk powder I was going for the food that had long shelf life as we didn't know just how long lockdowns would last nor did we know if the supply chain would crash, but people in the food supply chain kept working as I worked being part of it. I saw how things were going around the world and thought it may be time to get some basic things in with a long shelf life. Spam, corned beef, canned vegetables, bulk pasta, rice and several other ingredients that I thought that we can use to make meals with. I had a woman following me around costco watching everything I was putting in my cart and she was following in suit by putting the same products as I did meanwhile most of the people made a run for the toilet paper. Our costco is a bit different as we have our own local suppliers and brands basically the same owners but made for Australia as we are getting some kirkland brand items most is Australian made products. That bag of rice we are still going through it today, I saw some videos on here where you can extend the life of rice to 30+ years by storing it in mylar bags and removing the air. I've just recently ordered Mountain House from the US as things here are a bit iffy with China. We are very close to China and they are massing up their military big time. They now have the largest Navy in the world surpassing the US, war with them is pretty much on the cards. It's good to see people on here sharing their prepping ideas but we need to get more of that survival food down here as most are blind to the situation that is growing daily with China with Covid 19 updates and the constant get the jab that you here on TV constantly. The real threat isn't being pushed but the pandemic, meanwhile we are pretty much screwed as China owns alot of the farms and cattle stations they even own a port here in Australia. Things will go very pear shaped very fast here so hopefully we can get these supplies in time. #FJB best of luck to you all and hopefully we all don't need to hit into these supplies for a long time. WWG1WGA

[@terryrodriguez6209]

My husband remarked last night when we were watching the news regarding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine that he hopes the government is keeping a close watch on China. He compared them to Japan’s sneak attack on Pearl Harbor when we were distracted with Germany during WW2. He stated he wouldn’t be at all surprised if Putin and China hadn’t planned this all out ahead of time. I know China is stockpiling food.

[@lynnmasoner7627]

Also something else to stock up on is Hieloom seed. So that you can gradually (if you haven’t already) learn to grow your own fruits and vegetables so that you can supplement your dry goods . Also invest in a freeze-dryer so that you can store your fruits and vegetables long term without the going bad. Your should also look into canning so that you can make sauces and jelly or even stews and other foods.

[@lialia-kz4jc]

Presuming that the US will start a war with China just because they are getting powerful?.More US supremacy BS. You write They now have the largest Navy in the world surpassing the US, war with them is pretty much on the cards. Why because the US think they are the world leaders and have to assert their hegemony? The US going to war with China will be a Nuclear war. Forget your prepping. You won't be around to see anything after it. The way you say war with China is inevitable because they are getting powerful. Is all that's wrong with the US.

[@katwoman6523]

Great advice. WWG1WGA

[@fredasdaughter]

Salt. It can be used as a bartering item when necessary. Also baking soda. It can be used for cooking, brushing your teeth, laundry booster, bug control

[@amk1689]

Agreed. I’m picking these up from Sam’s (no Costco in my town ☹️) every payday!

[@Rob--]

And you get your iodine.

[@GR-bo5zt]

How long can you store it?

[@amk1689]

G R Forever. It can cake if it gets wet or damp, but still usable

[@Rob--]

@@amk1689 Drop in a saltine cracker. It will never cake.

[@creatureselfie]

I spend $20 on various preps every 2 weeks. ( Every Paycheck ) Ends up being almost $500 a year. Been doin it for years. Slow and steady is the best way. Set a budget, be consistent, build a habit, survive.

[@mafistowaltz4857]

yes yes yes! i concur been doing the same. i find thats the best way for All preps B.B.B.!

[@robi6317]

survive WHAT? seriously, im asking. what apocalypse do you think is coming?

[@creatureselfie]

@@robi6317 Nah, it doesn't need to be a world ending event or anything. Its just more about a way to think and act. My grandparents had a similar philosophy regarding 'prepping'. It was less about WW3 and more about 'what if'. The biggest 'what if' being; what if you lost your job/income and had to go months without a paycheck? Having preps set aside (like food and extra cash) will make that transition less about "How am I gonna feed my family tonight" and more about "Thank God I was prepared". I think the reason a lot of these prepping channels are getting big is because of the virus and how no one was prepared. People are realizing there is a need for prepping in their lives, not because of the apocalypse but because of life in general.

[@dianeblue130]

How do i convince my stubborn husband to prep? Agreed its not about the end of the world, but hopefully temporary things like low or no income situations, food and gas supply cut offs and shortages, soaring prices due to crop problems, etc. he just feels things will work out or just wont happen. We dont have a lot of money or storage space to buy lots of extra things but some is better than none.

[@Truckngirl]

I did that prior to Y2K. Nobody knew what was going to happen. I made a two week survival pantry on minimum wage from the dollar store. I even put up 5 gallons of gas. Thank God that it wasn't needed.

[@jco7563]

I believe in prepping. My family has done this for years. You never know what could happen from weather to government problems, etc. However you want to be healthy to be able to handle any situations that arise. We grow a lot of our own food organically and buy only organic. Plus not even organic JUNK food. I had Lupus and when we switched to only organic foods I no longer have any Lupus signs. We are strong and healthier than ever before. Even when we were short on money and no food garden we ate organic. We cut other things instead, even TV. It was a health priority along with exercise. We hike a lot. No more health issues and we are loving life. No health issues for 20 years so far.

[@gigi-sc1iq]

Very inspiring!

[@saundradriscoll282]

Walking, any exercise is the key to a long quality life.

[@PR-pe9oc]

I have MS. I’m curious to know more about your switch and how it helped u. Organic is so expensive, and my mobility has gotten worse. I can no longer do any outside gardening, and my husband works, a lot. How bad were your symptoms, and how difficult was it to switch?

[@shirleycramer1966]

@@PR-pe9oc j o

[@Jollyswagman7]

@@PR-pe9oc Its worth the switch to organic. Also drink purified water with no chlorine and fluoride. Cook with coconut oil with high smoke point. Take an all in one supplement like vital greens.

[@neecopalmer3336]

Costco is a great place to stock up on baby wipes. They're a great way to keep clean in a water shortage situation.

[@anasazirose]

The Parent's Choice brand is cheaper at WalMart, and thicker as well. We like them better. 800 wipes for $13.

[@anasazirose]

@Cecil B 800 Parent's Choice wipes for $13 at Walmart. Thicker, too.

[@robi6317]

dont flush them though

[@neecopalmer3336]

@@robi6317 You're right, I don't flush them.

[@landminehopscotch3617]

Yep, in a time of crisis hygiene is also a great morale booster

[@Tess-he3qg]

The Campbell’s chunky soups on top of rice makes a filling meal.

[@999manman]

That's a good idea! I love both but never combined them. I will try that.

[@billybelk1831]

I just had some tonight

[@Tess-he3qg]

@@billybelk1831 It’s pretty filling right?

[@billybelk1831]

@@Tess-he3qg I couild feed two people for $2.70 2.50 for Dinty moore beef stew and 20 cents for rice

[@999manman]

@@billybelk1831 I LOVE Dinty Moore Beef Stew! Thanks for the suggestion! I will now pour it over some rice!!!

[@tesskansas4939]

I freeze my olive oil (years at at time). In plastic containers, the olive oil survives great.

[@FirewindII]

Thank you. At about what temperature? And again, put the bottle in an opaque grocery bag and close it to keep out all light possible...if you can still find one.

[@sharlawilliams2454]

I do that too

[@poutygorilla2698]

I laughed when my son bought 90 rolls of TP in March. I'll never laugh at that brilliant boy ever again 😍 We have an amazing pantry!

[@graveseeker]

Dump the TP for wash rags and save a TON of space and money. Ditto baby diapers.

[@robi6317]

how long did 90 rolls last? if not for the idiots over stocking it, you wouldnt have thought anything of 90 rolls being a smart move.

[@basedbear1605]

Or better yet, take a lesson from the Philippines. Install a hand held bidet and eliminate the use of toilet paper completely.

[@graveseeker]

@@basedbear1605 That would work and would free up a LOT of storage space. Wonder what the longevity of those things are?

[@basedbear1605]

@@graveseeker Very simple. They're the same as the ones on your sink. Likely longer than a lifetime, with the exception of a washer being replaced. Assuming you don't cheap out and buy Chinese crap LOL.

[@pcihazer20]

The only thing missing is the Balvenie Scotch Whiskey to help embrace the Apocalypse 😩😩

[@TheDenisedrake]

Also wound cleaning and pain reliever!

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

You're right! That should have been included for sure!

[@willb3018]

Or help forget the apocalypse or whatever 😉

[@BRUtahn]

Can't get that in Costcos in Utah 😢😢😢

[@jamesshaw3230]

My pawpaw was 104years old he would sit and tell us story's about when he was a kid. And the only pain medication he ever took for a tooth arch was pure whiskey. He was a tough old man. Very wise. I really miss him. He talked about going threw the great depression. He had every kind of fruit tree and all types of nut trees where he lived. He talked about making due with your land could do for you, so it regrowed everything back for our family.

[@browneyedgirl1542]

The comments here are sooo valuable! Learning so much 🙏🏼

[@benjaminpendleton7797]

Olive oil can be used as a hair and skin conditioner; I've used it this way for many years. It can be used to make soap, it's a standard ingredient in the Middle East. It was used as a lamp oil in ancient times. Research indicates that olive oil may have a number of health benefits.

[@carlaalmaraz4481]

Most of my soaps have olive oil in them!

[@cavemanlovesmoke4394]

Mayo is good for hair too 😅

[@ludicrousone8706]

Use coconut oil in the same manner

[@benjaminpendleton7797]

Vegetables, herbs and cheese are preserved in olive oil in the Middle East. Apparently very easy to do.

[@benjaminpendleton7797]

I've used Lebanese olive oil soap as both a soap and a shampoo for many years; I also use extra virgin olive oil as a hair conditioner.

[@jemsq]

Honey. Cooking and medicinal values and will never expire.

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

Another great recommendation! I get my honey at a different location, but I totally agree that we should all have a nice stockpile of it.

[@rjstewart]

Vets use sugar and/or honey on wounds on animals. I’ve successfully treated wounds that were starting to get infected in myself and family with honey soaked gauze held against the wound and changed out every day. I read of a man with flesh eating disease who was scheduled for his foot to be amputated and he saved it with honey. Of course nothing above is medical advice but if you have an infected wound it won’t make it worse to use honey on it and maybe it makes it better and maybe it just makes a mess and attracts ants!

[@michim162]

Very good idea, but don't buy it in a shop. Buy it from your local bee keeper. And ask for the humidity inside, when it is under 16% it will survive longer than you live. And it is also in a Glas not in plastic, this is also better

[@diannt9583]

Maple syrup, while you are doing the honey... although I live near sugar maples and did a trial run on making my own last winter. Not, however, an option in most locales.

[@lisaschreiber2893]

ooooh good one I hadn't thought of this one.

[@JanieBee]

Be careful with giving to others in need at this time...coming from someone who often gives homeless folks $20. If others see you have food to spare they will try to take it. Even if you give a few boxes of pasta to your neighbor ms Sally and you've trusted her for years- who's to say a group of looters cant beat information out of her? Or who's to say she wont take it for herself. When the situation is dire/fatal, people will wrong you to survive

[@Chubbbs117]

Great video, I would add coffee and cheap vodka (barter / disinfectant).

[@rpbajb]

When I visit Sams or Costco, seeing the food stacked on pallets 20 feet high makes me think that we could never run out, even in an emergency. Then I remember how easy (and likely) it would be for government to lock down that store to keep it from being looted or to ration it out as they wish.

[@rosebarnes9625]

Many items were completely sold out at Costco back in April.... they have tons of product but also tons of customers....

[@icanonlyimagine4589]

I’m in a Facebook food shortage watch group. Sam’s shelves are no longer “stacked 20’ high.” Better do a trip and see for yourself what it looks like in your area.

[@rpbajb]

Thank you all for your welcome cautions.

[@Azeminad]

@@rpbajb if you pay close attention to Costco you can see that they’ve widened aisles and don’t have things stacked nearly as high, it gives the illusion of being fully stocked but I can assure you they are not.

[@rpbajb]

@@Azeminad I've seen that mentioned by other people. I'll look the next time I visit.

[@happydays1336]

I've had peanut butter go rancid so I'd recommend you only buy what you'll eat within a year or two. I've also had a case of Top Ramen go rancid.

[@sharoncrump6324]

Put the ramen in mylar bags with an oxygen absorber. I put the seasoning packs in a separate baggie with a oxygen absorber in the same bag as the noodles.

[@lynnmasoner7627]

Other foods that you can stock up on ....1. Honey 2. Soy Sauce 3. Worcestershire Sauce 4. Dark Caro Syrup 5. Pure Maple Syrup 6. Bouillon Cubes ( Chicken,Beef, Pork , & Vegetable) those would go along way in your preps for adding flavor to your foods.

[@djnunya3490]

And other spices like chili, garlic, onion, herbs and don’t forget salt and pepper.

[@j.l.dawson1290]

😍🤩

[@lisaawild]

Good ideas

[@basedbear1605]

Powdered gravy. Gravy can make dog food taste good.

[@jeanene72]

Yes, any spices you normally enjoy, get extra. You can change the flavor of that rice and make it more acceptable especially to kids.

[@rebeccaboard5616]

The canned goods don't really expire. It actually can lose some nutrients, color or taste over time though but its still edible, especially in a pinch. Don't eat out of rusted, dented or leaking cans and always do a smell/visual/taste test before eating. 🙂🙂🙂 And yes, it's always good to rotate stock & buy what you eat.

[@mismutt88]

Botcholism, it’s not dented cans, it’s cans that are puffy, about to explode, happens in the canning process has gone wrong,

[@mismutt88]

We used to buy dented cans for cheaper, save a few cents, as long as it’s not open or about to explode your fine

[@jessicacanfield5408]

I know this is an old video and hope you get this message. Thank you for all you do. I know it is hard work on top of your regular job and you have a lot of good tips. Thank you

[@JosephMullin]

Pick up propane tanks once in awhile for when you have no power to cook. If you don't have a propane camp stove buy one. also have a manual can opener if you are use to an electric one.

[@djnunya3490]

A solar oven is a good choice too. Food can not burn in a solar oven.

[@RG-hf4et]

@@djnunya3490 Where do you buy a solar oven & how well do they work?

[@mnnomad1870]

Exactly my thoughts. I have a large and small Buddy Heater as well as camp stove. I guess I can never have enough propane when I heat with natural gas and cook with electric. I use my 25 ft camper as a bug out/in vehicle

[@dankamp2872]

If you have some land build a simple rocket stove. Uses sticks and twigs to cook, won't need to rely on propane.

[@kendawg44]

You forgot coffee!!

[@TheDenisedrake]

Right! Coffee and protein bars-- what else would you need?

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

I drink the K-cups, which I do pick up at Costco. However, I buy my "Survival Coffee" at a different location. :)

[@yoavshafir6934]

Hey, But he didn't forget to say "every time I go to Cosco..."

[@ambissing]

Coffee is incredibly important. They sell big bags of vacuum sealed beans. I have a hand grinder incase power goes out. I also have a few cans of Bustelo coffee pre-ground. It's one thing I can't do without lol

[@lynnettemurphy8243]

@@TheDenisedrake Chocolate. Would be on my top 10 must haves.

[@esteetaschereau7958]

I've stocked up on Duracell batteries from Costco, with guaranteed 10 yr life, and they were seeping in less than 2 years.

[@clarkkent4991]

The last part of your video when you summed up the amount of preps that we would have over a period of time kept reminding me of the 12 Days Of Christmas song. Lol. “7 Vienna sausage, 6 packs of batteries, 5 cans of soup, 4 ramen noodles 🍝, 3 bottles of bleach, 2 canned hams, .....and one rollllll offfffff TPppppp!!!! 😝😝😝 thanks again!!!!

[@judyhernandez3391]

LOL! Now I will be singing that when I shop for preps!

[@clarkkent4991]

Judy Hernandez It’s going to be stuck in your head all day long!! Plus the other shoppers are going to wonder why you are shopping with a slight smile /smirk while shopping. Lol. Don’t ask me how I know.

[@timhouser7878]

Post that song online and make some money...

[@clarkkent4991]

Tim Houser wayyyy to funny!!!

[@bettye444]

Clark Kent very good!

[@RenataCarlos]

Someone should create a prepper dating website lol ... because having to deal with sleepy heads are tough

[@warriorofgod1412]

Prepper and born again Christian, don't unequally yoke yourself:)

[@heru-deshet359]

There are a few out there and with the crazy old man in the WH it's more important than ever to get ready for when the SHTF.

[@brandongonzalez9892]

Hiiiii

[@thelast1163]

FACTS.

[@RenataCarlos]

Too late now I am married lol, I am prepping for both of us, cause he is still sleeping. Just got back to this video to get my list of items straight. Good luck to everyone out there. God Bless y'all

[@RG-hf4et]

Don't forget paper plates, paper bowls, aluminum foil, or disposable aluminum trays. If it's an emergency, chances are your dishwasher won't be working. Also, buy garbage bags!!

[@evilmonkeyspeaks7801]

I've only got a few dishes. But I always make sure to have plenty of paper plates and paper & plastic cups. No dishwasher and I hate scrubbing the dishes.

[@MyLawschool]

Store what you eat. Eat what you store. (Except for the batteries and toilet paper!)

[@Barbaryotaku]

Damn, I did not read the part in brackets. Now my stomach hurts. ☹️

[@heygetoffmylawn1572]

All are good suggestions. Most important is to prep. Be ready and go about the business of getting ready. Remember stockpiling IS NOT hoarding. Your stock pile may be able to help others in need for various reasons.

[@jimcoulter5877]

Stockpiling is not hording, but smarter than the average Joe who is short sighted!

[@SRose-vp6ew]

Part of what I have been doing during this time is donating more (right now) to our local no questions asked pantry. I don't live in a rich area but the part of the city where I live people don't really rob and I think part of that is because we take care of our poorer neighbors so they know there are places where they can get help so they don't need to take stuff. Our pantry fell in supplies in 2020 (going near empty weekly) and that's the opposit of what needs to happen(as gov paid farmers to burn food and they think food stamps fix issues, nope). I just bought 20 deodorants, shaving kits, & TP rolls because what people don't understand is the gov. doesn't pay for anything but food and that's only if your needs qualify. Hard to get a job or keep kids cared for if your not cleaned up and able to keep your kids cleaned up. A strang thing happened in 2020. Those who didn't prep sometimes found themselves living more pay check to pay check than they realised. I knew people who made twice as much as I did the year before struggling to feed their kids AND keep up with house payments once their eat out and live off commistions in the moment lifestyle didn't work during a shut down. I never thought of myself as a prepper but I didn't even need to go to the store all of March and April other than grabbing milk, fresh veg., and things to bring to my now drained local/non-gov food pantry. I want the poor & pay check to pay check neighbors to "think" about having a small stock of food/supplies.

[@user-bh3ew6ii4g]

@@SRose-vp6ew Bless you! I'm glad that you told that story, so many valuable lessons in there.

[@pamelag7553]

Sometimes I raise my eyebrows when a prepper talks about bartering. In a time of social collapse, anarchy, lawlessness and general mayhem do you really think people are going to barter with you? Maybe. Or they could just grab what's in your hand and run especially if they're bigger than you are or have a weapon somewhere. Guess I'm a pessimist but unless its more of a natural disaster situation like flooding or earthquake in which people might actually be willing to help each other, I wouldn't count too much on anything but a dog eat dog, us four and no more type mentality. That's just basic psychology.🤔 Those truly in need will very likely not have anything to barter anyway and so count on just giving away some of your things to help others. I believe the good will always be present, but not everyone will act that way.

[@TheDenisedrake]

SPAM tastes better if you slice it thin and fry it... or cubes and fry to mix in rice or pasta.

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

I totally agree!

[@bestnerfmods]

It’s oddly delicious cubed in kraft Mac and cheese

[@MeettheGs]

Yes that’s right. Perfect with rice and u can fry and put it with ramen too 👌

[@sandiemom8888]

TheDenisedrake. I make soup with spam. Water, spam cut in cubes, california mixed frozen vegetables. Or any kind of veggies you like. Cube/s of beef broth and rice. I can't eat rice anymore so I just leave it out. It's easy to make, filling and my kids love it. Otherwise they wouldn't eat the spam.

[@jessicaj8148]

I grew up eating spam once a week with pasta or rice & beans....thinly sliced and crispy for sure

[@kimberlytomczak8662]

I've been buying a lot of those items at Aldi. Canned soup was very scarce when Covid started, probably because it is a cheap meal, and also because so many dishes call for some kind of soup. I am surprised you didn't mention pasta. A bag or box of pasta and some sauce is a super cheap meal.

[@sandrajohnson9926]

Pasta more nutritious than rice.

[@mycupoverflows7811]

We just stocked up on many of these at Aldi this evening. We looked weird grabbing cases of chili and veggies and peanut butter, but I've done the price comparison between Costco and Aldi and it's so much less expensive to bulk buy at Aldi! Still love Costco for some stuff though. ☺️

[@evilmonkeyspeaks7801]

Working graveyard shift, I go through the canned pasta in a hurry........

[@ellenblackburn1581]

Pasta is a great idea. All kinds. I buy a few more boxes every time i shop. And parmesan cheese always with spaghetti sauce.

[@conniegomez1321]

@@ellenblackburn1581 beans esp Lentils...dollar store. Lentils cook rapidly (important if power is out)as does Quinoa. I love Quinoa and it is more nutritious than other items mentioned!!

[@Pp4Gd]

I understand that some people think it is crazy and not needed. It is needed. A series of tornados touched down in my little town April 27, 2011. In the morning it touched down by my children’s school and later that night one touched down in my neighborhood. We were without electricity for a week. Thankfully our BBQ grill had a full tank of propane and I adapted my cooking and baking. The day after the tornado we were unable to go anywhere as the electricity lines were down and all over the road, clean up takes a while. They prioritize what areas get repaired first and by how many people are doing the work. Fortunately we did not need to go anywhere, we had enough food and water to get by. We also had a full tanks of gas in both vehicles so we were able to charge phones and laptops. We were really lucky that no one in our family was hurt but I’ll never forget going to the Y a week later and hearing the sobs and cries of the women and children in the showers because they were not so lucky. It is a hard thing to hear a child crying so hard because their world was turned upside down and they don’t know what to do. So, please think upon the natural disasters that happen and prepare just a bit. Most of all please remember we don’t know what each has gone thru and if you disagree with prepping ok but please do not put others down for when they prep a little, somewhat or a lot.

[@nwsports8043]

As a farm person I often watch in amazement what people buy because they don’t can, freeze, or garden themselves. Or how different shopping lists are from people who live close to town vs the sticks. Not criticizing, just curious. Our normal pantry holds us for a year at a time, so the prepping thing is such a fascination. We live seasonally basically putting up whatever is in season to get us to the next years when the wildlife or produce is ripe again. Baking and long term staples are in giant bins in the pantry, jarred goods in the cold cellar with hams. Freezers for meat and produce. So we never thought about living differently. Meds and household/farm supplies we keep 6-8 months up as well because going to town is such a production anyway. Just fun to watch what people do.

[@MJ_Solo]

And Tea!

[@dianeblue130]

People who live in small city apartments dont have the room for large pantries and cant garden. We have to shop regularly to eat.

[@florencekirk9021]

You live my dream life. I'm still 2 years away from getting my homestead.

[@nwsports8043]

Florence Kirk keep focused, make frugal choices now so you can have fun being independent later. We are so happy just being us and trading with everyone to round out the garden disasters. And have fun on the journey to gwt a homestaed, it makes that first night there so rewarding. Be ready for blisters and mishaps, use humor as a balm.

[@florencekirk9021]

@@nwsports8043 I am doing just that. I am also slowly learning how to do a lot of the stuff that is day to day on the homestead. Along with building a great medical kit so that I can doctor all my family's wounds while we are adjusting to that lifestyle. Thank you for the encouragement. May you stay safe and continue to be blessed.

[@harrymoonga33]

This Canadian always laughs whenever folks from the USA call tuna "tuna fish". I mean, why not call chicken "chicken birds" or apples "apple fruits"? By the way, great video

[@harrymoonga33]

@Predbeau101 WOW Dude...relax. I made a funny comment and now you think I'm a snob and a Liberal. WOW!

[@rubyrose2522]

Isn't language fascinating?

[@rbee1275]

@Predbeau101 I'm Canadian and American. The Canadian school system actually tries to educate you so that you can critically think on your own whereas the American system teaches only what is going to be on the "test".

[@jayb9637]

I'm an American and your comment was funny. I rarely hear anyone call it "tuna fish" though lol. It's usually those calling others "liberal puppets" that have their panties in a bunch. lol.

[@rbee1275]

@Predbeau101 Actually it has allowed to me to critically think and see both sides of the issue, nothing is black and white and both sides have serious flaws. I see the problems with the "liberals " and the hypocritical "conservatives ".

[@godesofdnyte]

I truly appreciate your pleasantness and tone. We understand that we are prepping for unfavorable conditions- but you don’t push doom and gloom. Thank you.

[@cstone2873]

things run out faster than you think when you cant replenish when you want. listen

[@beebob1279]

Toilet paper is a perfect example. I told my wife I'm getting more TP when this hit. I did and wanted to get more. She said no. We were starting to look for it after a couple months. Next time I'm just getting the stuff

[@sociopathmercenary]

Batteries... The Kirkland brand are cheap and made by Duracell.

[@leemartin9156]

Most batteries have expiration dates as well. Not sure how long they last after. May depend on brand and type of chemistry. Lithium Ion (button cell n rechargeable?) For things like hearing aids etc. Maybe keep a show box with replacements and a list of what they r used in. But don't allow them to contact each other so they don't discharge or worse. Plus if one lead acid goes bad and leaks, u don't want that yuck to ruin the others. Love my USB rechargeable light. Pricy but well used - from home away from home depot.

[@asmith7876]

I can say from experience that the Kirkland brand will NOT be as good as the name brand, even if made in the same factory. Being made on the same line doesn’t mean made to the same specs. Buy the name brand if shelf life is what you’re after. For immediate use, Kirkland.

[@rcplaneguy]

Kirkland batteries tend to be poor quality...leak acid and ruin electronics.

[@kg4giy]

I have had serious leaking from Duracell lately. Since I got them from Costco I wonder if Duracell dumped a bad batch.

[@kevinwirth4767]

Get a solar battery charger snd buy only RECHARGABLE batteries.

[@thuyyuen2897]

Be careful of the rice bugs I discovered bugs crawling around my house and found 1-2 bags of rice bought from Costco filled with the rice bugs Some comments on the KZbin said the rice may have been filled with bugs eggs and they hatched when you store them for awhile

[@jackjanssendc1241]

I have heard that if you freeze your rice, flour , beans, etc., for 4-5+ days, that will kill the eggs of whatever sort of insect that may be hidden in the product.

[@kahiolanipapalimu3186]

Freeze your bags for a week, then store

[@faithsfarmlife1424]

I fill my containers with rice and add bay leaves if there is bugs they gather in a rice ball and die

[@eileenhemmistrifts3481]

You should freeze rice, beans, and grains for 2 weeks before packing for long term storage. Lots of how to videos on this. It kills bugs, eggs, larvae that would otherwise eventually ruin them.

[@rahrahonamission7062]

Coffee, spices (I get one per visit of the large jars), drink mixes, water, oatmeal or other breakfast item like cold cereals, dry milk

[@AluminumCloud74]

I’m here after the Texas grid failure. Just got my first Costco membership and will make my first shop tomorrow!

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

AWESOME! I hope your shopping trip goes well, Debra.

[@failure2communicate2u]

Glad you got thru it okay (if you did)! Nothing like an actual unexpected emergency to focus thoughts on what to do and have "next time". Our son, near Dallas, no longer thinks dad is kinda weird for always having some prep items stocked up after many many New England winters.

[@AluminumCloud74]

@@failure2communicate2u thank you, we got through ok with some “went well” and “next time” reflections. I’m proud of the ingenuity we discovered in ourselves and surprised at what we were completely unprepared for. We are about 20 miles outside of Dallas.

[@ReelTeaseFishing]

The biggest question would be how do you rotate or consume 12L of olive oil or 70 cans of chili before they go bad. For me it’s a battle of trying to save it but then not waste it

[@trudidolder6122]

I would not live long enough to use all that food. I am 85 years old and I am by myself......But it was fun listening to the suggestions....

[@graveseeker]

Are you in a hurry to die? You can live a long, long time on oatmeal (with water supply) and a good multi-vitamin/mineral pill supply but it wouldn't be much fun. If you've got what you need to survive for six months or better, some form of 'normalcy' will develop that will allow you to survive. Plan your meals - 3 breakfast, 5 lunch and 5 dinner. They should be as simple as possible requiring minimum energy inputs (fire). Balance them as best you can - fruits/vegetables, carbs, proteins and add that pill. Figure out how much you need for 546 meals (6 months). Ensure you have a good water supply - I have a Berkey water filter and three natural springs within walking distance. Take care of your coffee/tea needs and add water flavorings w/ electrolytes. That's your base. Expand from there to broaden your menu and extend your survival limit. More importantly, seek out other people with the same goal. There is safety and comfort in numbers.

[@cptbob100]

Sounds like you have less to worry about than the rest of us, haha

[@christophermoore7707]

I hope you live a long and healthy life. I love the name Trudi by the way. Have only known one, but still a great name.

[@trudidolder6122]

@@christophermoore7707 Thank you, Christopher.

[@mercedesrodriguez-maisonet4755]

Trudi.... darling. You buy and prep what you can. We don't know when are we going to need it. Or how long we have on this earth. Just prepare yourself for an emergency. Bless you.

[@KaylynnStrain]

I go to Sam's Club because it is close to a city bus stop. Spices and seasonings are a good addition

[@I_Died_2_Weeks_Ago]

I finally broke down and bought the $30 jug of garlic seasoning

[@348Tobico]

Our next door neighbor put up a privacy fence to block out his vision of our property. He hated our hens, mini dairy goats, garden, dogs and I suppose us. The advantage for us was that now when we bring in the groceries no one can see what we have. We DO NOT tell anyone we stock pile food. We do let folks know we are shooters with guns and ammo on the property. As x-cops we were trained to be really good shots. So we hope we will never have to defend ourselves and our hoard but we will be safe and able to share with those who end up in need. Your information is excellent and I like your straight forward presentation. Very professional. And we now subscribe to your site.

[@IkariRecca]

Wish I saw this before I went two days ago! But, I did instinctually get most of these items! I think your Prep Channel is rubbing off on me!

[@ourwebnetwork5944]

The most nutritious canned/jarred veggies are artichoke hearts and beets...

[@kay-zk9ou]

I laughed when my son bought 90 rolls of TP in March. I'll never laugh at that brilliant boy ever again 😍 We have an amazing pantry!

[@graveseeker]

Only if you can get them past your tongue. That's why we have variety. (And the answer is no, I wouldn't stock either one.)

[@basedbear1605]

@@graveseeker Beets can be used as a great source of sugar when you run out of sugar.

[@graveseeker]

@@basedbear1605 I hope that wasn't meant as a serious comment. Store 200 lbs. of cane sugar - cheaper, easier and FAR less energy. If you're afraid you'll run out, buy several packages of Sugar Beet seeds and make sure you have access to lots of seasoned hardwood.

[@ddebuchan1]

Love artichoke hearts!

[@AintSkeerdNWO]

Practice with your preps before you need them: target practice, food preparation, hauling water, building a shelter… before you need it- as evidence by the citizens of #Ukraine , hiking cross country with no preps…

[@randomcitizen2384]

Don’t forget feminine hygiene products!

[@leannepalmieri]

I bought those silicone cups to have for preparedness bag . Just incase 😂

[@mijuajua4820]

Since I am pretty stocked up on those feminine products and I have hit perimenopause, I am gonna those for some bartering!!!:))))

[@randomcitizen2384]

@@mijuajua4820 I have seen so many lists that overlook those items.

[@leannepalmieri]

@Cecil B thanks for the info . I guess I should try them first before I pack them in my bug out bag.

[@j.l.dawson1290]

Amen to that! A great prep for that is a Diva Cup ladies! (Or something similar)

[@aircavguy007]

May 17 you said what you would do with a do over. I have prepped for years, so I have both long and near term supplies. When the lock down came we were good to go, I thought. I did not have meal plans so we were caught with some hard choices. Based on your video my wife and I prepared fifty meal plans for our evening meal. What a great idea, we are using it now and adding or deleting meals. We make up a list with five days worth of meals and a cover sheet which has all the items we will need for those five days. We did not plan for Saturday or Sunday and that is a make up on the fly. This also stretched us to look at some meals we had never made before. Our fifty meals cover ten weeks before we have a repeat meal. Thanks for the great videos

[@tokingreens]

That sounds really good - could you share those plans? Take care.

[@dar13rell]

Great idea. Thanks

[@bobbieschendel3144]

Yes thats smart Would also like plans. Thank you

[@aircavguy007]

@@Livetoeat171 Hello Mountain, thanks for your comments.

[@carlaalmaraz4481]

@@aircavguy007 Thank you!!

[@Mestup02]

My recommendations: 1) coffee and coffee supplies (creamer, filters, sugar). I have a percolator, so I can make coffee with any open fire. 2) honey. It goes great with peanut butter and much healthier than jam. 3) bleach. It sanitizers water and used in cleaning products. 4) paper plates/plastic utensils. During floods or storms water may be shut down. Conserve what water you have and just toss the used plates/utensils. This is what I can think of off the top of my head. Your list is great, but I'd definitely add my 4! Take care y'all!

[@schlund366]

We might have to consider "just tossing" the plastic stuff, if garbage collection is an issue. Trash storage is a whole 'nother subject!

[@howzitcruzinthrulife9146]

I ate canned of Spams that was 10 years old and it was perfectly fine. Any canned tomatoes or fruits don’t last long after best by dates. Very informative video. Many blessings and much Aloha 🌴🤙🏽🌋

[@saundradriscoll282]

Aloha🙋‍♀️🕊

[@mrgustavoperez]

Don’t forget condiments, salt, garlic powder,, bullion cubes, etc. . Costco y also great for Pet food.

[@danniemcdonald4903]

I also buy gravy mix packets (McCormick, store brand) when I find them on sale to go with the rice and potatoes I also stock.

[@gtolose]

Ok but the petfood is for when it really gets tough .. ok

[@mrgustavoperez]

@@gtolose well pet food is in case you have pets.

[@Moondoggy1941]

Sugar

[@krazihorce44]

I went to dollar store for spices.

[@mindyfairfield243]

I like their sourdough bread that lasts for several months. I live several miles from a store and it is nice to have these on hand so I don't have to waste gas to go to town. They only need to be heated briefly so I feel that they would be easier to deal with in a power outage than making bread from scratch. I try to keep 2 or 3 packages on my shelf at all times. I have the ingredients for bread, but in a short term emergency I would rather not bother. Another bread that is helpful in emergency is fry bread, because it's so quick and easy.

[@dutchcourage7312]

While i like the list in general, i would also advice people to cut things off the list if they don't already use the item. Because if you don't use it now, you also won't use it before it expires (meaning you just threw away the money for nothing, if nothing happened), but more important perhaps is that you don't already use the items, you will be forced to use them without perhaps any prior knowledge or taste. So you be trying to integrate something you don't know you even like in your diet at the probable 'worst time' in your life... better is to buy what you actually use now, and just keep buying extra's of it every time you go shopping, once you have a decent supply (and based upon the expiration date) you can decide to start cycling through the supplies, eating what you have stored and buying new to replenish the supply... That way, if something were to actually happen where you need to 'bug in' (like a total lockdown f/e) for some weeks, you can just 'live on' somewhat like normal from your supplies... but if nothing ever happens, well you just got a large pantry to cycle through, and if you keep it until you die, well then you won't even miss the stuff you still had stashed away (but at least you didn't throw away most of it during you life).

[@Livetoeat171]

I have a prepping pantry and I think I've got probably six months supply now but I can't buy things that I would normally eat because I Eat mostly fresh produce, very little meat and oats, grains nuts etc. so In case of an emergency that I have to eat out of my pantry, I have food that I'm not too picky about and I will eat it. But until then, I'm not going to eat things that I normally would not.

[@lambchoppers9420]

Prep supplies include having supplies you can use as bartering items. Critical!

[@j.l.dawson1290]

This is Great Advice! 👍 That is why it is hard for my to buy things to stock. Great deals on things I don't eat since hubby and I are Ketogenic. But I do buy a few things we dont eat for barter or to give to a friend or family in need, now or later.

[@KellyS_77]

Tip for the canned chicken. Rinse it before you use it, it really helps reduce the “can” taste.

[@1818dedee]

I never been able to eat the chicken in the can at costco. No matter how much i tried. Everyone I know raves about it. Maybe I got a bad batch.

[@አገሬኢትዪጽያ]

Thanks for the tip

[@TSunshineful]

Rinsing also removes a lot of the sodium . We use it for our dog’s “starter”.

[@twhoney30102]

@@1818dedee Just press the can lid down in the can after you open the chicken and pour off the liquid. It tastes great that way.

[@twhoney30102]

@@1818dedee Just press the can lid down in the can after you open the chicken and pour off the liquid. It tastes great that way.

[@webber977]

This FAR more relevant today than during covid, 2/6/22 the next 6 months is going to come as an enormous shock to those who haven't heeded the advice of the prepper

[@IronArrowsHomestead]

Also, lentils and beans. Love lentils bcs they cook soooo much faster than beans.

[@user-bh3ew6ii4g]

yes! and can be sprouted for a fresh, nutritious veggie

[@LT__Jackson]

I'm a doctor so my skills in SHTF situation will be valuable so I stoke up on a lot Of medicine and other medical supplies. One thing if you want free medical supplies go to your local fire department and ask for some expired supplies .

[@lynnmasoner7627]

Thank you for that info. I’ll be sure to check it out.

[@Not_Sure_]

Expired supplies like what ? Blood clotting stuff ?

[@ARXDMOS]

unfortunately, most our skills rely on model for modern medicine. as good as my clinical gestalt can get, i still rely on labs and imaging for diagnostics and need a pharmacy to pickup meds, and a hospital for inpatient stuff... our skills are limited to basics in a true grid down situation, and this is coming from a jack of all trades ER doc....

[@16ft2in]

Tackle box 1st aid!!

[@ARXDMOS]

@@prudentlyathome amen

[@tommyboy71]

One thing I will point out. If you have an electric stove and the power is out, you cant cook. But If you have gas, you can cook. But if both are out, you are screwed. I advise getting 2 Coleman stoves with plenty of fuel. Having plenty of firewood stocked is also a good idea. You can always cook over an open fire.

[@annbiddy3460]

and charcoal?

[@terrywade3696]

Costco also has powdered peanut butter with a much longer shelf life. It takes very little water to make it a paste. It can also be sprinkled into recipes easily. Much of the oil has been removed but you can enhance it with a little butter. Keep in mind that stocking up on canned fruit and vegetables also adds fluids to your diet so you don’t have to use so much water.

[@userious2324]

I ate tuna in a can that was 7 years old and it was fine.

[@brandonazevedo7560]

Why? Just to try?

[@diannt9583]

Canned food, if stored properly, lasts quite longer than the Use By date. Obviously anything rusty, dented or bulging should be pitched immediately. And I am not going to be anything like the KZbinr SteveMRE (whatever the last part of his handle is), and eat foods dating back to the Korean War.

[@sillylilysallykaye4917]

I get tuna in oil. Just more cal & mixes well if you don't have usable mayo when needed

[@wd1501]

@@diannt9583 agreed, sometimes, I think its a plot for the food manufacturers to throw your food out and buy new.

[@Not_Sure_]

@@wd1501 why not donate to the local church or shelter ?

[@twitterfree480]

What we're really going to need are friends we can trust to protect against the organized marauders...you should really be picking up a faithful family of friends each month to help you protect the preps you're storing for your family...and some silent protections...but most of all...make sure you're right with the Lord your God!

[@johnprokovich5309]

Jesus saves........

[@PreppingWithSarge]

Sometimes I pretend Costco is prepper nirvana. It makes dealing with the zombie horde more tolerable

[@bettye444]

Prepping With Sarge Not a member for several years so do they have online order and curbside pickup?

[@PreppingWithSarge]

YellowDaffodil hmmm not sure, I have only shopped inside. Next time I go, I’ll look and see if they have a curbside area. I need to restock batteries soon anyway, just changed all the flashlights and smoke detectors. Not completely out, I am a prepper after all, but should top off what I used

[@PreppingWithSarge]

T Collins the horde of customers who get inside your personal space are the zombies my friend. Watch out for them

[@keralee]

Zombies are foolish, unprepared people who freak out and become violent and selfish when disasters happen and they cannot get the things they need anymore.. Or just think they need. BEST prep on Earth: learn to dry fast! No water or food for 7-11 days. This will also heal virtually all diseases and it reverses aging. Scientifically proven to work. Read "The Phoenix Protocol" for very helpful tips. This ensures that you will never become a "zombie." Instead you will be calm, focused, and self-controlled.

[@robi6317]

@@keralee BULLSHIT. you're literally peddling a BULLSHIT IDEA

[@CSUnger]

There’s nothing that upsets me quite like seeing a young child having to wear the damn mask.

[@CSUnger]

@Classical Librarian I just wonder what the alteration in their social psychology is that can't be measured but will show up later. I was on a job the other day with two cute little girls and every time they had to go by where I was working they lifted the fronts of their shirts and covered their mouths. I don't know if they were worried that I might give it to them or they might give it to me but I thought that's no way for kids to grow up thinking.

[@CSUnger]

Hmmm, you know, when this thing first hit I remember telling people who seemed totally freaked out about it that this could be a blessing in disguise and it might cause us to re-evaluate our priorities it I have seen little evidence of that. But perhaps it’s in the children. The next generation because our generation is too firmly fixed to change.

[@CSUnger]

@brendan griffin Oh, I think it's much worse than that. it's a sign of our complete capitulation to government authority and our acceptance of the diminution of the individual to the impulse of the herd or the hive. We have been successfully indoctrinated into giving up our individual sovereignty and accepted the lie that the purpose of government in a free and democratic republic is not to protect and defend the rights and interests of the individual but the collective. We are being herded.

[@CSUnger]

@brendan griffin Absolutely. It's good to see that not everyone has become a pod person.

[@terryrodriguez6209]

I was fine with the child wearing the mask. What bothered me was the rat nest hair.

[@sandrascarborough1009]

I am going to recommend a book called "Putting Food By" by Ruth Hertzberg, Beatrice Vaughan, and Janet Greene, I first found it in the 1970's. It covers growing, canning, freezing, drying, smoking, and root cellaring.

[@maketheconstitutiongreatag7865]

Ty for the recommendation. Just ordered this book cheap through ThriftBooks! :)

[@robininva]

Though a bit steep in price (yet a great deal at Costco) is their Orgain protein powder. I’d sub it for the vitamins/supplements at least every third time....maybe every other time.

[@americafirst9144]

FYI - Amazon's price for Orgain is normally better than Costco's sale price.

[@mrcaliyt1658]

You forgot to add always buy a couple cases of water when you are there!

[@diannt9583]

I refill old water containers. Don't want to waste the money if I can plan ahead. Glass containers will last a lifetime (although in any case you should cycle fresh water in and out periodically). Plastic ones of course won't last forever. But thinking ahead means one can re-use containers without having to buy water at a supermarket.

[@GR-bo5zt]

Diann T how often do you cycle through the water?

[@leemartin9156]

@@diannt9583 I have used gallon water containers for storing pasta, dry beans, salt etc. Don't like cardboard boxes as they suck up moisture and not critter resistant when storing.

[@Livetoeat171]

Why would anybody buy water? Water is free. *edit: my water bill here in Boise is $15 each month

[@shane9306]

@@Livetoeat171 until it's not ;)

[@Ferran-bf6wz]

11 : Garrafas de agua , 1000 Litros . 12 : Leche en polvo200Litros aprox . 13 : Paquetes de velas 20H . 30aprox . Y rezar para que no dure más de 1 año. Saludos compañero.

[@darcandelaria]

You forgot the chocolate! 😁

[@World0fWowcraft]

One overlooked product is Whey protein that is usually in sports sections.

[@ToyoteroMundial]

Very good idea.

[@user-bi7ug4fr9y]

Its basically powdered milk with extra amino acids. I buy a bucket of Body Fortress whey every other week from Walmart. It is the most important food prep for athletic males imo. Whey is super underrated and overlooked in terms of prepping. Also Soy Sauce is pretty sweet.

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

Great recommendation!

[@Oxnate]

@@user-bi7ug4fr9y What soy sauce are you eating? You should check if it's expired; it's supposed to be salty. :-P

[@boknows7319]

That’s a Amazing! I can’t believe I didn’t think of this early, Thanks for the idea !

[@alexandraromanova369]

”Even of you don’t eat animals I’d recommend you kill some” ...hm

[@DivaDen]

If you have a business costco near you you can shop there on your regular membership for restaurant size staples.

[@seanduncan9722]

This is a good comment

[@cybervore]

Don't forget flour and yeast. Fresh baked bread in an emergency is quite calming.

[@daskapital3532]

If you still have gas and electricity

[@wideawakeandaware-22]

@@daskapital3532 you can make bread over fire!

[@user-sx4jb6xu9t]

Especially if you don't have gas or electricity you better have an alternative to baking bread

[@reddawn8230]

Having a few yeastless bread recipes is helpful too. Things like biscuits, soda bread, pancakes/crepes, crackers, etc.

[@cybervore]

@@reddawn8230 Very true :) Thank you!

[@suzyq_lasvegas4536]

I bake my rice at 200 for 30 minutes. I place it in the Mylar bag with 2 oxygen absorbing packs while still warm. I use the iron and a Teflon sheet to iron the bag and seal it. When the rice cools the bag gets airtight. This will kill any bug eggs that might be in the rice.

[@beeapprentice2725]

Bugs will not hatch (and cannot live) in an oxygen free environment. Your oxy gen absorbers have already taken care of bug problem.

[@chrismullin8304]

I heard the coconut oil has a super long shelf life. Longer than all others. I haven't verified though. Some costcos carry powdered peanut butter which lasts a long time in mylar.

[@janetbanana3990]

I am still using coconut oil from Costco that expired in 2016 and it’s still looks and taste good. I left it in the original container in my kitchen cabinet with no special prepping.

[@ludicrousone8706]

Yes it does since it's a saturated fats, they are more shelf stable

[@michaelgoains8001]

We use Sam's Club, but we pick up oatmeal every time we go.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

I do the same thing. Make a DIY version of brown sugar & maple "instant" oatmeal, omitting the sodium in the single serve packets that most folks eat 2 at a time.

[@PennsylvaniaPrepper]

I've done a few price comparisons between Sam's and Costco. Sam's has always had lower prices. Sometimes, when they're the same, Costco's package is smaller.

[@clarkleakins879]

TIP....use a sharpie pen to write the month/year purchase AND month/day expiration. Once a year, consume the expiring items on a camping trip, pot luck event, etc. OR, donate to local food bank. Or to the local hobos/homeless encampment/charity.

[@Preparedglueguy1]

I really liked how you multiplied out what we would have after 6 months of following your advise. Most people get overwhelmed and need this advise.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

Remember your pets...dog & cat food should be included in your stash...and no bargain basement brands. Buy what they are used to eating so there will be no problem in cycling the pet food by expiry dates. Actually if you have children and even for yourself, buy what you would normally eat. Exotic freeze dried, or el-cheapo brands WILL cause upset stomachs and diarrhea if it comes to eating "survival" foods on a day to day basis. Your disaster food supply should be used on a regular basis and replaced with fresh supplies. If you have money to burn...toss out anything in storage too long.

[@jessiehawkins1187]

Very good ideas!! I will certainly do. Just a suggestion…you may want to move canned goods into pressure sealed jars. As time passes, the cans deteriorate and the metal will taint the food. Family member worked over 10 years in grocery. It may also give you longer shelf life as well. 😊

[@davidjames666]

@6:08 green beans contain very few calories. do not expect to be able to survive off a stash of them. can for can, corn has many times the calories

[@nickseamus7340]

I just walked up to my storage shelf and checked... you are 100% correct... literally 4x calories per serving, 15 calories VS 60... Thanks for leaving the comment, I learned something today.

[@sjordan7085]

But, for those of us, who can live off our waist lines, for a while, French cut green beans do just fine, I really like them, corn, not so much.

[@karenmenaugh3451]

Mix green beans (green veggie) with corn (carbs).

[@strawberryme08]

Learning to can chicken is a good idea saves tons of money it’s so simple it just takes some time in babysitting the pressure cooker

[@jackietomkins5085]

So true.. I pressure can chicken, beef and pork in several ways. I even make pot roast style meals in qt jars. Feeds 2. I also make homemade sausages (Italian, breakfast, ground) and can them. Also I only do meat when I can get it at a great price per pound and buy 40-50lbs.

[@tixximmi1]

I did a rough calculation and came up with $75 a visit and that's not getting what you came for. But you left out the most important item. A rotisserie chicken. My wife and I, share the breast meat for one meal. The chicken on the legs and thighs are used in our chicken salad and the bones go in a stock to make soup. All that for less than $5. Pick up two or three.

[@hydroltd6148]

rotisserie chicken doesnt store well sitting on a shelf dude LOL you either need to freeze it or eat it right away.

[@tixximmi1]

@@hydroltd6148 So? That's what I said. They lose over a dollar on each one that they sell. It's cheap.

[@roncryderman4675]

we rejoined Costco just to make prepping easier with the bulk items. I agree with all your suggestions and would add rice and beans. I've been resealing them in mylar bags.

[@Talliwa123]

I never clicked on a video so fast.

[@TheUrbanPrepper]

Thank you, Alicia!

[@Guiltless765]

I'll give away nothing in an emergency. Either prep or go without is my stance!Be damned if my family does the leg work while people who laugh at us benefit.

[@AdventureFreak86]

Lard. You can use it for everything. Rust prevention on firearms, equipment, cooking, does not go bad!

[@asmith7876]

Of course it goes bad. All oils will go bad eventually. Every time you open it’s oxidizing a little, eventually it will be rancid. Be sure to keep your stock rotated.

[@AdventureFreak86]

@@asmith7876 Okay. Thanks for the save, that could have been the straw that broke the peppers back had you not mentioned that. Being literal all the time must hurt.

[@asmith7876]

AdventureFreak86 You’d be surprised by what people don’t know. I do tend to be literal though. Stock up!

[@AdventureFreak86]

@@asmith7876 your right. After all contents may be hot is on coffee cup lids 😆

[@asmith7876]

AdventureFreak86 The USA has a lot of lawyers. Surprised the water bottles don’t say contents may be wet.

[@kstaffidaho4637]

The jars those peaches come in can be used to can food after you've eaten the peaches.

[@goodmeasure777]

@KStaff Idaho, I never noticed these at my Costco. Will def check it out. Kind of like the Classico sauce jars. They look like mason jars also.

[@CyberwizardProductions]

not unless you get good, new seals. never reuse a canning lid - the seals are no longer good.

[@Pretzelogic]

Peaches have been recalled. Please be careful.🌻

[@capemaxi]

I wouldn’t use for canning, but could for freezing.

[@wd1501]

I had bought peaches in jars and I thought I could use them as recanning jars ---- They weren't manufactured the same and when I found I couldn't use them, I just put them into the recycle bin. Perhaps these are different.

[@TheDogggrecords]

I'm gonna catch some flack for this but I don't care. You seem like a good dude and well intentioned but making small children wear those on their face under these current conditions is abuse! If you're really worried they might catch something so horrible that they have to wear that then don't even bring them to the store. Look up the negative physical effects of wearing one of those repeatedly, then imagine what it does to small children...let alone the psychological and emotional damage. Hateful comments are welcome just come at me with some facts and some logic not just some emotional spewings birthed from your own guilt. I have no political affiliations so let's leave politics out of it...I mention these things because I care about the well being of all children whether they are mine or not and some people just aren't aware of the damage they are doing to the ones they love the most.

[@maxdoner3903]

Well said. Masks are actually harmful to your physical and psychological health, and do nothing to stop the spread of viruses. My guess is that Costco REQUIRED them to wear them in order to shop there. They are nazi's about it where I live. For that reason I shop at my local stores that do not require them. I show loyalty to stores that resist arbitrary government tyranny.

[@TheDogggrecords]

@@maxdoner3903 100%...since the beginning of this in 2020 I found places that might ask you to wear one but don't enforce it especially if you tell them you "have a condition and can't wear one". I have a Costco membership but haven't gone 1 time in the past almost 2 years, not even gas... because of their skewed political views that they allow to intersect with business matters. I'd rather give my business to places that don't play along with this tyrannical game of pretend. I mean, in this current world our votes on the federal level don't matter so you have to vote with your dollars and on the very local levels (i.e. PTA/School board meetings ETC.)

[@mawmawshomesteadpreparedness]

Don’t forget personal items like feminine products, condoms if you need them, pregnancy test if there isn’t a doctor, etc.....

[@crazy4truth]

Feminine products will make good barter. (Perhaps condoms too) :-)

[@MySonsMother]

Before I watch the first video, may I suggest a Costco purchase (I’ve bought 10)? I buy their 6 tier wheeled chrome shelving for $89.(I only got far enough in your video to see your 5 tier.)

[@nancyst.john-smith3891]

I have been doing this for years! Thanks for validating my habits. My added items list: dish soap, laundry soap, dog food, paper plates, paper towels, taco seasoning, canned tomato products. I bought supplies and made a bunch of salsa. Mrs. Wages salsa seasonings (the only non-Costco item), a 40 ounce jar of hatch chilies, 2 gallons of stewed tomatoes. OMG, it was so good that I bought another set of ingredients to have on hand for canning the next batch of salsa. Also beans! Costco had 25 pound bags of Mayocoba beans for 14.99 (?). I canned tons of them. They are super delicious with rice and home canned meats or Costco canned meats.

[@lindaphillippi8846]

Jars of Better Than Boullion to flavor up those rice and pasta dishes.

[@tammyea8325]

Recipe for your salsa, please. What are the measurements of each item?

[@jebshere]

Put those beans in mylar bags and they can stay good for way longer

[@nancyst.john-smith3891]

@@jebshere exactly what I do. And I add oxygen absorbers.

[@jebshere]

@@nancyst.john-smith3891 same. Don't know why I didn't say to add them. 🤷🤣

[@EatCarbs]

Nice.. I have limited space so I can't stock up too much. But I do keep extra stuff around. I use a sharpie and I write the date on everything so I know when I buy things. Just in case something gets moved while hunting around for something. Also.. Uwajimaya and other Asian markets are a good places to get rice and it's far cheaper than the grocery stores. Thanks for the video

[@jimbeck9897]

Don't forget you may have lots of room under your beds.