Posted on 04/15/2006 6:20:52 PM PDT by Chickensoup
I will. I have most of it.
I am making a check off list because that is the best way I operate. Would you and the others here be so kind and put in your opinions when it is done and posted?
I would be happy to ping or start a new thread.
I lost power for seven days after Katrina and the 'holes' in my plan were:
* The AC's I bought for the occassion would not run off the generator, it was 97 degrees here.
* I ran out of sugar, I drank a lot of iced tea.
* I really missed milk and ice cream.
When the Red Cross arrived on the third day handing out MRE's, lol, we were sitting on the back patio having spaghetti, garlic bread and a salad for lunch. (I did not sustain any major structural damage)
My hurricane prepardness this year evolved into preparing for a cat-5 hurricane and a flu pandemic while at war with Iran. I think I could handle a small asteriod impact too.
My hurricane prepardness this year evolved into preparing for a cat-5 hurricane and a flu pandemic while at war with Iran. I think I could handle a small asteriod impact too.
That's my aim... and make it rotate and stay fresh!!
Those are beautiful dogs.
Bump for later study, been looking for this myself before hurricane season hits again
OK. When the weather warms, I start drinking more Gatorade type stuff. I never throw the bottles out, just rinse them and fill with water and stick in the pantry.
So now I have some 20+ gallons and plan on keep going.
Buy things on sale that you normally wouldn't eat alot of. I eat those boxed fettucini type dinners, but every time I'm in the store, I buy 2 or 3 more than I would eat.
I have large 10-18 gallon plastic containers that I put the stuff in the the bugs or mice might like. Canned goods can be left on the shelf. Gravy mixes, pasta, spaggetti sauce, sardines, brown suger, bulk beans and rice, you get the picture.
A first aid kit. Heck, a couple first aid kits.
Aspirin, tylenol. Most people don't know it, but if you can get to a farm supply store, you can buy bulk antibiotics w/o a scrip. But be careful! Most antis are relatively stable, but tetracycline past it's shelf life will basically destroy your kidneys.
Propane and gas. I stocked up on camping type propane bottles and have some large 5 and 8 gallon bottles as well, and also have the adapter that lets you fill the small bottles from the big ones. I have two stoves that can run on propane, and multiple of these little century primus single mantle lights that screw on the top of propane bottles.
As with anytime you deal with it, be careful and give it all due respect.
I have a 16,000 btu heater element that fits on the large propane bottles. Also, about 4 high output auto batteries that I keep constantly charged, with a 225 watt inverter.
Generator. But if the SHTF, I wouldn't recommend turning it on for awhile.
HANDBOOK FOR BOYS AND MEN. Boy Scout handbook.
A garden, if you have room. Also, you can probably find near you a book that tells about edible plants in your area.
That should be enough to get ya started!!!
Oh, and BTW: This week, something will be on sale that lasts almost forever, give a good energy jolt, and can be used in alot of recipes. I plan on buying 10 or 20 pounds.
Chocolate!!!!!
Help me out, please. What exactly is an "assault rifle"? I know the media's definition (any gun), but I don't know what the precise definition is.
I have never really understood the fixation of survivalists on dried foods. They require adding water and often require cooking, which may not always be practical. Canned foods, OTOH, are universally consumable without cooking or heating, if necessary, and already contain water. Dried foods are often almost as bulky as canned foods. Canned goods are available in almost infinite variety. Their price per calorie is usually less than dried foods.
If you aren't going to be moving your food supply, I'd suggest laying in a large stock of canned goods, with larger cans taking up less storage space. Rotate your stock to avoid going over-date.
Make sure to have a non-electric can opener around. :)
Dried foods which are nitrogen packed can keep for 20 years.
What is the shelf life of canned foods?
Dried foods are light in weight and more compact since the moisture has been removed. Water is everywhere and if you have a water purifier you are in good shape.
Try taking a hike with a week's worth of canned goods on your back, along with all your other necessities.
You might not always be at home. You might have to bug out.
Keeping some of each on hand is a good idea. I never said to have all one kind or all the other.
Check some of the older ones. I tried this once and when I went to use one it had gone putrid. Bacteria. I assume there are chemicals you can add to prevent this.
I have never really understood the fixation of survivalists on dried foods.
easy to carry and can be eaten dried.
I agree that dried foods are excellent for backpacking. But it is not really possible to carry more than about three weeks worth.
Pople who are looking into stocking up on food generally are talking about several months or longer. Why it needs to be dried isn't clear to me. You're unlikely to be moving it anyway.
Others on this site have pointed out that water supply is be one of the big potential problems. Canned foods provide both food value and water.
I do not know how to post html. I would be happy to send this list by html to any of you who send me an email addy to my freepmail
Please help me add to the list!! esp in the food catagory
I have separated out on the move items.
The Prudent Checklist
The List
Survival Manuals
Boy Scout handbook
Turn over garden and plant now
Get Birth certificates and adoption papers for all children and me…copied
Shelving
Water system including Pump
Tank and piping
Storage room door and lock
crank Baygen radios
A portable, battery-powered radio and extra batteries
Candles
Candle glasses
12 fire extinguishers.
100 quart canning jars lids
Large canner
Work gloves
Signal flare(6)
Tarps brown/black
Large white plastic buckets and lids (food grade)
Whistle
Oil lamps
Grain mill
Sturdy Backpacks
Compass(2)
Nylon Rope
Geiger counter
DC battery chargers
Duct tape
Quart-sized Ziploc Baggies
Contractor bags.
Led flashlights and batteries one for each person
tactical flashlights Surfire
LED lights like the streamlight 4AA
Battery charger
Clean out the generator and check the gen/house connections
Wood cookstove and hot water tank
Cash on hand 1500.
Dried matches in canning jars.
Canning equipment
Canning jars and tops
Storage tops.
Washer non-electric
Outside clotheslines
Clothespins
Medical supplies
Antibiotics
Pain medication
Own medications
MultiVitamins
Vitamins B, C, E
Calcium
Minerals
First aid supplies
Surgical supplies
First aid:
Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
Assorted sizes of safety pins
Isopropyl alcohol
Hydrogen peroxide
Antibiotic ointment
Latex gloves (2 pairs)
Petroleum jelly
2-inch and 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6 each size)
Triangular bandages(3)
2-inch and 3-inch sterile rolled bandages (3 rolls each)
Cotton balls
Scissors
De-Lousing Treatment
Tweezers
Needle
Thread
Moistened towelettes
Antiseptic
Thermometer
Tongue depressor blades (2)
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Aspirin
Ibuprofen
Tylenol
Anti-diarrhea medication
Antacid
Tagamet
Vicks Vapor Rub
Decongestant
Cough Suppressant
Space Blanket
Mole Skin & Foam
Epi-pin
Snake Bite Kit
Sunscreen
Liquor
Suture Kits
Superglue (can be used for emergency repairs, or to suture small wounds)
Sterile Gauze Bandages waterproof packaging, rolled
Medical Tape
Iodine Solution
Iodine tablets
Rubbing Alcohol
Betadine 1 Gallon
Razors
Nylon Fishing Line (more durable than thread for clothing repairs, and can double as suture material)
Magnifying Glass
Medical Tweezers
Nail Clippers
Adjustable Crutches
Splinting Material
Lip-Balm
DEET-based Insect Repellant
Household Personal Items
Menstrual pads one year for three women
Assorted sizes of safety pins
Needles and thread (2)
Petroleum jelly
Scissors assorted sizes
Hot water bottles.
Ice bags
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Toilet paper 3rolls pp/week
Papertowels by the case
Paraffin
Manual can opener 3
Soaps
Bath
Laundry soap
Dish soap
Shampoo
Conditioner
Lye
Bleach
Compost piles
Garden Equipment
Tools
Seeds
Fencing
An axe
Hatchet
Shovel
Honing Stone & Oil
Toolbox with all common tools
carpentry tools, crowbars and wrenches
Good plumbing snake and plungers
Mouse traps
Weapons:
Pepper spray
.22
30.06
.44
holsters
Ammo
Cleaning equipment
Knives
Hunting
Folding
Firearm training
Masks
Chemical
Biological
Chick starter
Books
board games,
Food
Protein Powder
Table Salt, Sugar
Pot-Scrubbers
Food:
filling canned goods,
crackers
cereal
powdered milk
Food supplies:
Chocolate
Summer Sausage
Beef Jerky
Slim Jim
Peanut Butter
Hard Candy
Freeze Dried Dinners
Canned Veggies
Canned Meats
Canned Soups & Stews
Bulk Flour
Bulk Grains (Wheat, etc.)
Coffee
Tea
Sugar
Salt & Pepper
Clothing
Wool Socks & Sweaters
Preparedness Overview:
On the Move supplies:
You may need to survive on your own for three days or more. This means having your own water, food and emergency supplies. Try using backpacks or duffel bags to keep the supplies together. Assembling the supplies you might need following a disaster is an important part of your disaster plan.
A disaster supply kit with essential food, water, and supplies for at least three days—this kit should be kept in a designated place and be ready to “grab and go” in case you have to leave your home quickly because of a disaster, such as a flash flood or major chemical emergency. Make sure all household members know where the kit is kept.
You should also have a disaster supply kit at work. This should be in one container, ready to "grab and go" in case you have to evacuate the building. Remember to have a comfortable pair of shoes in case you need to walk long distances.
A car kit of emergency supplies, including food and water, to keep stored in your car at all times. This kit would also include flares, jumper cables, and seasonal supplies
Camp items
Buy a box of MRE entrée’s – 72 packages of main course MRE meals and keep them at home. They will fee a familty of four for about a week. It’s no frills eating.
Food items that you might consider including in your disaster supply kit include: ready-to-eat meats, fruits, and vegetables; canned or boxed juices, milk, and soup; high-energy foods like peanut butter, jelly, low-sodium crackers, granola bars, and trail mix; vitamins; foods for infants or persons on special diets; cookies, hard candy; instant coffee, cereals, and powdered milk.
Mess kit
Fork & Spoon
Knife
Frying Pan
Pots
Plastic Forks, Spoons, Knives
Heavy Duty Paper Plates
PUR Drinking Water System
Extra filters for PUR Water Filter
Water Bottles
Propane Stove
Propane Grill
Extra Case(s) Propane
Heavy Duty Tin Foil
Trioxane Stove
Trioxane Fuel
Sterno Fuel
ZipLoc bags (Lg & Sm)
Cooler
Towelettes
Soap
Hand sanitizer
Liquid detergent
Sanitation and hygiene items:
Washcloth and towel
Tooth paste and toothbrushes
Shampoo
Deodorant
Documents:
Personal identification
Cash
Emergency phone numbers
Maps of the area
Extra set of car & house keys
Clothing (no cotton):
Heavy, Waterproof Boots
Wool Socks
Rain gear
Hat w/ visor
Gloves
Sunglasses
Capelin Pants (4)
Wind pants
Polypro Shirt (2)(short sleeve)
Polortek Shirt (2)(Long sleeve)
Polartek Pants (2)
Polypro Boxers(5)
Gortex/Thinsulate Parka
Gortex/Thinsulate Bibs
Shelter:
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Tent
Small Tarps
Large Tarp
Folding Chair
Nylon Cord
Pre Event Actions
1. Learn about the natural disasters that could occur in your community from your local emergency management office or American Red Cross chapter. Learn whether hazardous materials are produced, stored or transported near your area. Learn about possible consequences of deliberate acts of terror. Ask how to prepare for each potential emergency and how to respond.
2. Talk with employers and school officials about their emergency response plans.
3. Talk with your household about potential emergencies and how to respond to each. Talk about what you would need to do in an evacuation. If someone in the family has a critical job, expect them to be gone.
4. Plan how your household would stay in contact if you were separated. Identify two meeting places: the first should be near your home—in case of fire, perhaps a tree or a telephone pole; the second should be away from your neighborhood in case you cannot return home.
5. Pick a friend or relative who lives out of the area for household members to call to say they are okay.
6. Draw a floor plan of your home. Mark two escape routes from each room.
7. Post emergency telephone numbers by telephones. Teach children how and when to call 911.
8. Make sure everyone in your household knows how and when to shut off water, gas, and electricity at the main switches. Consult with your local utilities if you have questions
9. Take a first aid and CPR class. Local American Red Cross chapters can provide information. Official certification by the American Red Cross provides “good Samaritan” law protection for those giving first aid.
10. Reduce the economic impact of disaster on your property and your household’s health and financial well-being:
Review property insurance policies before disaster strikes – make sure policies are current and be certain they meet your needs (type of coverage, amount of coverage, and hazards covered – flood, earthquake, etc.)
Protect your household’s financial well-being before a disaster strikes— review life insurance policies and consider saving money in an “emergency” savings account that could be used in any crisis. It is advisable to keep a small amount of cash or traveler’s checks at home in a safe place where you can quickly gain access to it in case of an evacuation.
Be certain that health insurance policies are current and meet the needs of your household.
11. Consider ways to help neighbors who may need special assistance, such as the elderly or the disabled.
12. Make arrangements for pets. Pets are not allowed in public shelters. Service animals for those who depend on them are allowed.
13. Ensure all immunizations are up-to-date. If we are hit with true mass causality event, the bodies may lie around for days or weeks. Rotting corpses will cause disease outbreaks.
14. If you have a disability or special need, you may have to take additional steps to protect yourself and your household in an emergency. If you know of friends or neighbors with special needs, help them with these extra precautions. Hearing impaired may need to make special arrangements to receive warning. Mobility impaired may need assistance in getting to a shelter. Households with a single working parent may need help from others both in planning for disasters and during an emergency. People without vehicles may need to make arrangements for transportation. People with special dietary needs should have an adequate emergency food supply. Find out about special assistance that may be available in your community. Register with the office of emergency services or fire department for assistance, so needed help can be provided quickly in an emergency.
17. Those who are not disabled should learn who in their neighborhood or building is disabled so that they may assist them during emergencies. If you are a care-giver for a person with special needs, make sure you have a plan to communicate if an emergency occurs.
Stockpiling Water Safely
Stocking water reserves should be a top priority. Drinking water in emergency situations should not be rationed. Therefore, it is critical to store adequate amounts of water for your household. Individual needs vary, depending on age, physical condition, activity, diet, and climate. A normally active person needs at least two quarts of water daily just for drinking. Children, nursing mothers, and ill people need more. Very hot temperatures can double the amount of water needed. Because you will also need water for sanitary purposes and, possibly, for cooking, you should store at least one gallon of water per person per day.
Store water in thoroughly washed plastic, fiberglass or enamel-lined metal containers. Don't use containers that can break, such as glass bottles. Never use a container that has held toxic substances. Sound plastic containers, such as soft drink bottles, are best. You can also purchase food grade plastic buckets or drums. Containers for water should be rinsed with a diluted bleach solution (one part bleach to ten parts water) before use. Previously used bottles or other containers may be contaminated with microbes or chemicals. Do not rely on untested devices for decontaminating water.
If your water is treated commercially by a water utility, you do not need to treat water before storing it. Additional treatments of treated public water will not increase storage life. If you have a well or public water that has not been treated, follow the treatment instructions provided by your public health service or water provider. If you suspect that your well may be contaminated, contact your local or state health department or agriculture extension agent for specific advice.
Peanut butter. "100-mile-an-hour" tape - the military version of duct tape.
Does anyone know how to get little empty checklist boxes to put infront of items to check off using Word?
100-mile-an-hour" tape - the military version of duct tape.
What is it and why is it called that?
Great list!
I would add one specific kind of food, though.
Rice.
You can eat it, but it also helps with diarrhea.
(So it would be good to have on hand for a cholera outbreak or whatever)
It's super tough super sticky tape. It was designed to put over holes in fighter planes. It's about the size of duct tape, only better. Anything you would use duct tape for, this stuff is better. FReegards...
Something else that is very, very handy is standard plastic wire ties. Easy to use, very long lasting, and high strength.
Although I love brown, wouldnt white last longer?
Same for white versus brown flour?
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