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Stockpile food, household goods and tools.
Find an alternative source of water.
Purchase adequate clothing.
Learn to defend yourself, family, and property.
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Stockpile food, household goods and tools.

Purchasing food when it is plentiful and storing it for an emergency is not hoarding (despite what some government workers and TV commentators might have you believe.) Storing food during a time of plenty is stockpiling. Hoarding will be done after a disaster when those who didn't prepare strip grocery shelves and squirrel away the food for their own use.

Since grocery stores turn their inventory three times a week, and since they can be completely emptied in a few, hours following the announcement of an impending crisis, you need to plan ahead and store the food that you think you will need. There are several things you need to consider as you begin storing food. Stock up. This will be necessary for everyone, but particularly so if you live in a city. The more you can store up, the safer you will be. Up to a year's supply would not be excessive. Doing this a little at a time will be easiest. Every time you go to a market, buy ten percent more than you need. This method will best allow supply to keep up with demand. Dried beans or grains are the easiest to store. They keep for a very long time and the worst that will happen to them is little bugs will get in to them. However, when you're ready to use the contents, mix them excitedly in water and the bugs will rise to the top to be scooped off. Do not rely exclusively on food you have stored away. Always buy what is available, when it is available. You won't know when the supply might be cut off completely. If you want to save money and have food already packaged for long term storage, there are many companies that sell food for emergency purposes. You can purchase bulk grains in 5 or 6 gallon plastic containers and/or in #10 cans, which are metal cans just under 1 gallon in size. It is probably a good idea to have a combination of both, and a combination of raw grains along with other foods available in #10 cans.

A garden may be the best way to grow some of your own food, a sort of Victory Garden (a name from World War II). To do this will require preparation before the crisis starts. You must have non-hybrid seed to have a reproducing garden. Your local agricultural advisory board or commission should be able to tell you where non-hybrid seed is available. Many gardening books are available to give you the details of planting and care. If you have the space, this is something that could really pay off.

Know how much you food you will need. You need to plan on a minimum of 2,500 calories per day per person. If you are going to be doing strenuous work, you will need more than that. In addition to food, you may also want to store some vitamins and food supplements. These can assist you in preventing sickness and promote good health.

Remember that food has a finite life. Canned foods have the shortest shelf-life. While they may be edible for up to two years, they begin losing their nutritional value after six months. However, canned food is easy to store and fairly inexpensive. If you opt for this method, you will need to develop a system for rotating the cans, eating the oldest food first and frequently adding fresh stock to your supply. Pasta products such as dried spaghetti, noodles, macaroni, etc. have shelf lives of nearly two years. It is also inexpensive and can be used to create a wide variety of foods. This is probably the best value if you want the maximum amount of food value for the least amount of cost. Foods that are freeze-dried or dehydrated can often be stored for several years. This is particularly true of unprocessed grains and dried beans. If these are protected from vermin and stored in nitrogen-filled containers, they can last several decades. A good food supply company can discuss with you your options.

You may not have time to do elaborate food preparation in a crisis. One easy-to-use food system developed by the U.S. military are MREs (Meals, Ready to Eat). These come pre-cooked in plastic bags. They are edible right out of the box. They are palatable at room temperature but they are even more so if they are heated up. MREs will last anywhere from four years to more than ten years depending upon the temperature they are stored at.

Don't forget the condiments. In addition to the basics, food is much more palatable if you also store some of the basic condiments (salt, pepper, sugar, honey etc.), seasonings and non-essentials (coffee, tea, cocoa, etc.). Some of these also make good barter items.

Store enough to share with others. Your food may not last long if you don't have enough on hand to share with others. You are going to need the support of your friends and neighbors , and they are not likely to be too helpful if you are eating well and they are going hungry.

You will also need some means of cooking or warming your food. Some type of camp stove would probably be a good investment. In addition to basic food items, you may want to stockpile some of the following household items: toilet paper, paper towels, feminine hygiene products, Q-tips, toothpaste, toothbrushes, floss, various kinds of soaps and cleansers, shampoo / conditioner, matches / lighters, candles / kerosene lamps.

For those with limited finances, keep close watch on weekly supermarket advertisements and flyers for coupons and sales. Many times you can find good foods cheaper than wholesale. For example, grocers have been selling 1 pound cans of 'pork and beans' for 4/$ 1.00 which is only 25 cents per pound. 50 pound bags of rice are only $ 20. So if you shop smart, you could get a years worth of nourishment for $300!

Acquire a basic selection of hand tools. If the electrical grid goes down, you will want to have a good selection of hand tools that do not require any power. Things will probably eventually return to normal, but until then, you will be the one making all the repairs! You may have many of the necessary tools already, but it would be a good idea to take inventory now. For working with wood, you will need a variety, of saws, hand-operated drills, chisels, rasps, planes, hammers, and screwdrivers. For all-around maintenance, you will also need a good hacksaw, Wrenches, pipe-cutters, pliers, and a crowbar. Don't forget basic gardening supplies. Shovels, weeders, hoes, clippers, shears, and perhaps even an old push mower might prove essential. Don't forget a supply of nails, screws, and staples. Duct tape, rope, wire, and adhesives are also important. Find an alternative source of water Learn to defend yourself, family, and property

Find an alternative source of water.

If there's one thing we take for granted in civilized society it is clean water. For most of us it is as close as the nearest faucet. Perhaps the only time we give it much thought is when we venture outside the country. Drinking contaminated water is incredibly debilitating.

How much water do you need? The average person uses over 50 gallon per day

Average Typical Water Use Per Person Per Day:

  • Shower 25 Gallons
  • Toilet Flush (Four flushes @ 5 gallons each) 20 Gallons
  • Hand washing (Twice @ 2 gallons each time) 4 Gallons
  • Brushing Teeth (Twice @ 2 gallons each time) 4 Gallons
  • Drinking and Cooking 1 Gallon
  • Total 54 Gallons

    The above amount does not include water used in dish washing (another 20 gallons), laundry (another 25 gallons) or lawn and garden care. Drinking is not optional, but perhaps the other items are-at least in the short term. Nevertheless, you should plan on having available a minimum of one gallon per day per person. (You need two quarts a day for just drinking-more in hot weather.) That's a lot of water, but it is absolutely essential to survival. You might want to have water available to share with friends and neighbors that didn't plan as they should have.

    If the local city, water department cannot provide your home with safe, reliable water on demand after the crisis hits, you have several options:

    1. Purchase the water once the crisis hits. This is the "day-late-and-a-dollar-short" strategy. If you follow it, you will be buying, water at exorbitant prices from merchants who have it in stock. At best, even if you have a form of currency they will still accept, this is a short- term option. Most of the water will be gone in less than a day.

    2. Depend on the local authorities to distribute water. In a crisis, they usually do this by truck. Depending on the routing and the circumstances, you may have to wait a few days, a few weeks, or perhaps even more. I don't like being dependent on anyone other than God, especially the Government. If you don't plan, you will be in this situation, and I think you will be putting your family at a high level of risk, not to mention outright discomfort.

    3. Use water already stored in your house. At any one time, you have more water in your house than you think. For example, I have a 60 gallon water heater. A family of four, needs a minimum of four gallons a day. Therefore, the water heater could provide about a 15-day supply. Toilet storage tanks contain another five gallons each. If you fill up your bath- tubs on the eve of the crisis, you will get another fifteen gallons per tub. If you have a swimming pool you may become the neighborhood hero with between 15,000-30,000 gallons of water that can be purified for drinking. If I the crisis is extended you will need more water, therefore, we suggest that you store additional water than is presently trapped in your house. Storing water is one possibility. If you store water in large containers, make sure they are sufficiently anchored so they cannot fall. Water is very heavy. You and your children could be badly hurt from a falling container if it is large enough. Plastic containers should be your first choice. They don't break, and they are easy to find and transport. In fact, one of the best sources of containers is re-cycled soft-drink bottles. When you've emptied the original contents, rinse the bottle out, refill it with water, add a few drops of Clorox, and store it in (preferably) a dark place. If the water in the bottles is likely to freeze, leave a little room at the top, so the frozen water can expand without rupturing the container. Please note: do not use plastic milk cartons. Many of these containers are biodegradable and will split open or deteriorate over time. As an alternative to soft-drink bottles, you can also buy larger containers made especially to store water.

    4. Secure an alternate source of clean water. Ideally, it's best to have your own well. This would make you completely self-reliant as far as water goes. A well won't cost you as much as you think, but you will need to get the necessary permits. Unfortunately, you will likely be prohibited from drilling a well if you live in a subdivision or the suburbs. If you do have a well, make sure you have a way to get water out of it in the event the electricity goes out. Don't depend on an electrical pump; buy a simple hand-pump. Well water won't do you any good if you can't get to it. Other sources of clean water include springs, creeks, and some ponds. However, it is a good idea to have the water tested before the crisis hits, so you can make sure it is safe.

    Even if you don't have a well or if you run out of stored water (which is inevitable no matter how much you store), it is likely that you can still find some source of water; you just need to make it safe to drink. Fortunately, this is a fairly simple process. The best method for sterilizing water is to boil it. In order to kill bacteria and viruses you need to bring water to a full boil for at least fifteen minutes. You need to boil it for an additional five minutes for every one thousand feet you are above sea level. If you are using water from some outside sources, boiling it alone may not kill everything. You may need to use iodine compounds specifically made for this purpose and available at most sporting goods or camping stores. These recommendations only scratch the surface of this important topic. Water is such an essential item that you will no doubt want to spend considerable time carefully planning your strategy

    Purchase adequate clothing.

    Because the Y2K Crisis will start in the middle of the winter for most people, you will want to make sure that you have adequate clothing for every member of your family. This will be especially true if the electrical grid goes down and you have difficulty heating your home.

    The best way to stay warm is by layering your clothing. This allows air to be trapped between layers and serves as a sort of insulation. Long underwear and extra socks, as well as mittens, gloves, stockings, caps, sweatshirts, sweaters, and jackets are all a good idea. If possible, I would also suggest doubling your supply of underwear. If you are rationing water, it will be hard to justify washing clothes. However trying to get by without clean underwear is more than an inconvenience-it can actually create health problems. Therefore, it is probably a good idea to at least double your underwear supply.

    Another item of clothing that is not usually considered is a good, heavy sleeping bag. You want to be comfortable when you are sleeping. In a crisis especially, You will need your rest. You don't want to be lying awake shivering because you are too cold to sleep. Therefore, we could recommend that you get a climate-appropriate, high-quality sleeping bag for each member of your family.

    Develop an alternative source of heat and energy.

    Because the crisis is scheduled to occur in the winter, depending on where you live, your immediate need will likely be heat. You need to be able to keep yourself warm. If you don't leave a fireplace already, you might consider putting in a good burning stove. People used to use these to heat homes, and they can still work well today. One advantage of a wood burning stove, even if you have a fireplace, is that you can easily cook on top of them. They are also usually far more efficient than a fireplace since the heat isn't just sent up the chimney. If you already leave a fireplace, you may want to consider converting it to a wood-burning stove. Many companies offer these units and they combine the best of and efficiency.

    After you've solved your heating problems, you will need to plan for an alternative source of lighting. Whenever there is a crisis of any sort-even something as simple as a bad thunderstorm-the first thing to get hit is the electrical grid. If this happens at night things can get really dark, especially, when all the lights are out, including street and security lights. The first thing you need to secure are several flashlights, and plenty of batteries. Store the flashlights in strategic places around your home. Once things have stabilized somewhat, consider candles. They are relatively safe and inexpensive . You can also purchase emergency candles that will burn for up to fifty hours each. They sell for around $3 each. Candles also make excellent barter items and gifts for neighbors. Therefore, you may want to stock several boxes.

    Alternative Communication:

    You need credible news to plan your survival as well as to get any specific instructions from the authorities. But, what if the electricity is out? Well, if you have a battery-operated radio you will still be able to pick up stations that are broadcasting. This could be most of them-at least during the first few weeks of the crisis-since they generally have back-up generators for emergencies. But once the supplies to power their generators are exhausted, most of these radio stations will begin going off the air. Once the radio stations are down, you will still be able to get news from around the world if you have a short-wave radio. These can often be purchased for as little as $200. (They can also be a good form of entertainment before the crisis hits.)

    Another alternative for local communication is a CB radio. These were very popular in the 70s, before the availability of cellular phones. You can pick them up inexpensively-usually less than $50.

    Learn to defend yourself, family, and property.

    Most of us have never had to consider what we would be willing to do, if pressed, to defend ourselves or our family members. We take rapid-response law enforcement for granted. Just call 911, right? You need to think through what you would do if you or a loved one were attacked. Would you be willing to shoot someone-perhaps seriously injuring or killing them to stop them from hurting you, your spouse, or your children?

    If you opt for gun ownership, we would strongly urge you to take a class in basic gun use, if you have not done so already. Many state and local governments provide these for free, or for a nominal fee, as a part of the gun registration or a "concealed carry permit" process. Some even require it. This will minimize your chances of hurting yourself or others-unless that is your intention. A good class will cover the basics of loading, shooting, and cleaning a gun. It will also teach you important safety procedures.

    If you are going to purchase a gun (or guns), make sure you get one that is appropriate for your size and goals. Practice using it, so you know, how to re-load it under pressure and learn to shoot it accurately. You also want to know what kind of recoil and noise level to expect. Both of these can be frightening the first couple of times you fire the weapon. If other family members A-ill be carrying a gun in a crisis, then make sure they get the necessary training as well. You might even want to make this a family activity. One of the most important benefits to owning a gun during a crisis is the ability you will have to make a "show of force." It can be a life saver as a deterrent to would-be attackers.

    Much of above info credited from Y2K NET

    Here is an excellent, comprehensive site on survival related subjects: http://www.artrans.com/rmsg/toc.htm

    SAMPLE SUPPLY(variable,add/mix as desired)This page is still under construction,more will be included shortly.

    The following table is the "short list" and suggested quantities of foods for men, woman and children.

       

    Men  

    Women  

    Children
    (ages 1-7)
    Grains   150 lbs 125 lbs 60 lbs
    Beans   75 lbs 50 lbs 15-25 lbs
    Wheat   200 lbs 150 lbs 60-100 lbs
    Milk   60 lbs 60 lbs 80 lbs
    Sweetners   65 lbs 60 lbs 40 lbs
    Salt   5-10 lbs 5-10 lbs 2-5 lbs
    Fruits   25-30 lbs 25-30 lbs 15 lbs
    Vegetables 40-45 lbs 40-45 lbs 15-25 lbs
    Broths   5 lbs 5 lbs 2 1/2 lbs
    Yeast   2 lbs 2 lbs 1 lbs
    Oil   2 gal 2 gal 1 gal

    Weights for children should be adjusted according to age and eating habits.

    $1000 dollars/1 person/year's supply

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    HARDWARE NEEDED AND COST: $450-$500

  • -SAW $10
  • -TOILET PAPER
  • -AX/SAW/shovel$25
  • -FIRST AID KIT $10
  • -LIGHTERS/THICK CANDLES$15 -
  • -DUCT TAPE
  • -DETERGENT 5 LBS$5-HANDGUN,100-500ROUNDS $150
  • -12 BARS SOAP
  • -KNIFE/TOOL-ALL $30
  • -HIKING BOOTS $50
  • -LARGE TARP$20
  • -DURABLE CAMO-PANTS/JACKET/sunglasses,hat($?)
  • -BASIC TOILETRIES$10
  • -ROPE/WIRE/TAPE$10
  • -NAILS$10
  • -BACKPACK/$20-SLEEPING BAG/TENT/EXTRA BLANKETS
  • -"BEYGEN CLOCKWORK RADIO W/LIGHT" $130(has wind-up crank)
  • -FLASHLIGHT /BATTERIES$20
  • -BLEACH$3 -

    FOOD: APPROX COST $400-$500(bulk) ********************************************************************************

  • -50-200LBS BAG OF FLOUR $6-$20
  • -50LBS DRY SKIM MILK $75
  • -50 CANS CANNED MILK $25-$50
  • -WATER PURIFICATION TABLETS $10
  • -50LBS OF BEANS/PEAS(DRY) SOY/LIMA$20
  • -50LBS PASTA $20
  • -GALLON PEANUT BUTTER $15
  • -30 LBSPEANUTS/SUNFLOWER SEEDS, roasted,shelled,bulk
  • -30 LBS ROLLED OATS $12
  • -VEGETABLE OIL 2 GAL.$20
  • -50 LBS RICE $20
  • -20 LBS DRIED POTATOS $15
  • -20LBS DRIED SOUP MIX ?
  • -300 COUNT MULTI-VITAMINS $15
  • -MISC.DRIED FRIUT ?
  • -30 LBS SUGAR $10
  • -1lb salt$3

    **************Items should be stored for ready transport/use.************

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