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[–] 13960167? 0 points 20 points (+20|-0) ago 

https://legacy.gscdn.nl/archives/images/fm_21-76_us_army_survival_manual.pdf

Here is a free survival manual you can print out. If not I suggest you buy a book or 2 to have on hand. Even with generators/solar it’s important to have a non-electric backup.

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[–] 13972824? 0 points 3 points (+3|-0) ago  (edited ago)

Rule of Threes - 3 minutes without AIR 3 hours without SHELTER 3 days without WATER 3 weeks without FOOD 3 months without HOPE. On the fly H2o purification knowledge if you are caught away /unaware - is crucial knowledge to have. Caches of supplies away from your castle a must. Ways to trap, hunt, fish that don't require excessive gear / ammunition is suggested. Not having personal protection is not an option... remember a lot of people aren't prepared and will want what you have - mob rules. Godspeed Patriots!

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[–] 13976090? 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

Here are some useful items I have added to my preps in the last couple years (I started prepping when I thought HRC was going to get/steal the presidency):

  • a hand pump for my well (not ideal, but if I need water, I can get it)
  • a solar generator (will not power a whole hell of a lot, but should keep a freezer running, be able to recharge batteries for flashlights, and hopefully power the well!)
  • 30 cases of bottled water & several in-line water filter replacements & a counter-top water filter with several extra filters (our well water is not great on its own)
  • a year+ supply of toilet paper, paper towels, paper plates & bowls & plastic ware, tampons, soap, toothpaste, cleaning supplies, bleach powder (liquid bleach goes bad!!),
  • guns (both for protection & hunting small/larger game, ammo for each gun, night vision, bows
  • food dehydrator & canning supplies
  • several ways to cook / boil water
  • SALT
  • SEEDS
  • a year+ of freeze dried food, including cans of meat (most freeze dried food is meatless), fruit & veggies. Also many buckets of rice & beans I put together for very little money - incase the neighbors come looking for food - we will need them to help with protection & daily life if SHTF - but I know they are not serious preppers like we are.
  • lots of small bottles of cheap alcohol - good for bartering, good for morale,
  • medical supplies, including stuff to fix small wounds (sutures, injectable lidocaine, etc), disinfectants, bandages, tourniquet, etc
  • FISH & BIRD ANTIBIOTICS - these come in human dosges, and are made in the same factories as human medicines. I would always recommend seeking professional medical attention if it is available.... BUT, if not, I have several doses of several different types on hand. And I have printed out reference guides for what antibiotics to take for different ailments and their dosages, and I keep this with the meds.
  • paperback books -> medical, survival, living off grid, etc.
  • extra glasses, socks, boots, clothing,
  • we keep bug out bags in each vehicle, we have nuclear kits too.
  • cash in small bills & some precious metals.

Our plan is to bug-in unless we absolutely can't... we live 30 miles from town on 25 acres with only a few neighbors who are mostly like minded (although not preppers).

Our next preps will be communications - I am very interested in learning about HAM. We are also looking to add real solar power to our home in the next year or so, but that is further down the list (and very expensive!)

My advise to those new to prepping (or just those looking to have a few days of supplies)... take it one step at a time. Start with water - how will you get water if the power goes out or if your local water supply is shut down. Then think about food - canned food is easy and lasts a long time - just remember to have a manual can opener! Have a good first aid kit, and think about keeping a bug out bag with you or at least keep some bottled water in your car and a comfy pair of shoes to change into if you need to walk home!

You have to tailor your preps to your living situation. Set up a weekly or monthly budget and start setting things aside. I look at prepping like insurance. Anything could happen: political, weather, economy... you never know. But it is nice to know I can feed myself and have basic hygiene for a year or more if something catastrophic does happen.

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[–] 13962573? 0 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago 

Thanks anon