If there’s one thing I’ve learned after years of watching society march itself off a cliff with a smile, it’s this: most people can barely keep their sock drawer organized, let alone their food storage. Everyone loves to talk big about “stocking up” and “being prepared,” but when it comes down to actually doing the unglamorous grunt work—taking inventory, rotating supplies, labeling containers—suddenly everyone becomes lazy, distracted, or “too busy.”
The truth, whether anyone wants to face it or not, is that food storage isn’t some Instagram-friendly pantry makeover. It’s not an aesthetic hobby. It’s a survival system, and if you treat it like anything less, you might as well hand your supplies to the nearest looter and call it a day.
So let’s get something straight: organization and inventory aren’t optional. They are the backbone of any real survival food plan. If you can’t track what you have, where it is, how long it will last, and what you need to replenish, then your entire so-called “prepping” is nothing more than a pile of false confidence waiting to collapse at the worst possible moment.
And moments like that are coming. Don’t kid yourself.
Why Food Storage Matters Even More Than You Think
Every year the world gets a little more chaotic, a little more unstable, and a lot more unpredictable. Supply chains break, crops fail, fuel prices spike, storms hit, and cities melt down—yet somehow the average person still believes grocery stores magically refill themselves overnight.
Maybe they think there’s a fairy in the back room restocking the shelves. Who knows.
But the reality is simple: the more unstable society becomes, the more critical your food storage system is. Not just the amount of food you have—though that matters too—but the management of that food.
Preppers often brag about having “months of supplies.” But when you ask them for specifics, like how many pounds of rice they have, the expiration dates on their canned goods, or how many calories their stash actually provides per day, they suddenly turn into philosophers—lots of vague answers and no actual numbers.
That’s not prepping. That’s denial.
Inventory Is the One Thing Lazy Preppers Refuse to Take Seriously
Let’s talk inventory. Most people hate it. It’s tedious. It requires writing things down. It forces you to face the fact that maybe you’re not as prepared as you thought.
And that’s exactly why it’s essential.
You cannot build a functional food storage system without knowing:
What you currently have
What’s expiring soon
What you need to rotate
What you need to replenish
How much you actually use over time
Where each item is stored
Your total caloric reserves
How long those reserves will last for each person in your household
If you’re rolling your eyes right now, maybe prepping isn’t actually your thing. Because survival is math, whether you like it or not.
Imagine waking up during a grid-down scenario, digging through your pantry, and realizing half your supplies expired last year because you never bothered to check them. Or discovering you bought 40 cans of soup… but all the same flavor your family hates. Or worse, realizing you stocked up on rice but didn’t buy a single pound of salt, seasonings, or oil to actually cook with it.
Inventory prevents disasters before they become disasters.
Organization: Because Chaos Won’t Save You
Some preppers treat their pantry like a junk drawer. Bags of beans shoved behind flour, cans stacked wherever they happen to fit, random Mylar bags tossed onto shelves “for later,” and half-empty containers leaning sideways like they’re begging to spill.
Do you know what that creates?
Chaos. Confusion. Waste. And vulnerability.
If you ever experience a real emergency, you won’t have time to “dig around and see what’s here.” You need to be able to access what you need immediately—and you need to know it’s still good, sealed, and edible.
Here are the harsh truths:
1. If it isn’t labeled, it doesn’t exist.
Write dates on EVERYTHING—every bucket, every can, every jar, every Mylar bag. If you’re too lazy to label, you’re too lazy to survive.
2. If you can’t see it, you won’t use it.
Deep shelves and unlit storage rooms are silent killers of supplies. Install lighting, use clear containers, and never bury critical food behind junk.
3. If it isn’t rotated, it WILL expire.
FIFO (First In, First Out) isn’t a suggestion. It’s the law of food storage. Treat it like one.
4. If it’s not grouped, it’s not organized.
Cans with cans. Grains with grains. Snacks with snacks. Stop mixing categories like a chaotic raccoon scavenging a dumpster.
5. If your storage isn’t protected, rodents and moisture will destroy it.
You’d be shocked how many preppers lose food to conditions they should have controlled.
People Who Don’t Organize Always Pay the Price Later
Most people assume they’ll be calm and rational when trouble comes. They won’t. Stress shuts down logical thinking. Panic makes people sloppy. Chaos fuels mistakes.
And when your brain is foggy with fear, trying to organize your pantry will be a disaster.
Do it NOW, when your hands aren’t shaking, when lighting still works, and when society hasn’t descended into noise and confusion.
Because here’s the ugly truth:
If you can’t manage your supplies during peace, you won’t magically become competent during crisis.
Building a Real Food Storage System
Here’s what actually works—tested, proven, and reliable:
1. Create a master inventory sheet Digital or paper—doesn’t matter. Update it weekly.
3. Track calories, not just volume Who cares how many jars you have if they don’t add up to enough daily fuel?
4. Use storage zones Pantry, basement, long-term storage, emergency bug-out supply.
5. Keep a running “use and replace” list If you take one item out, write it down immediately. No excuses.
6. Do monthly expiration checks Yes, monthly. Not yearly like the optimistic amateurs.
7. Overprotect everything Oxygen absorbers, Mylar, buckets, vacuum sealing—treat food like treasure because soon it might be.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Be Another Unprepared Statistic
The world isn’t getting kinder. It’s not getting more stable. And it sure isn’t getting more self-reliant. Every year, more people depend on fragile systems that can barely handle normal demand, let alone crisis.
You don’t have to be one of them.
But only if you stop pretending that buying food is the same as storing food. Only if you stop believing that survival is about “having stuff” instead of managing it.
Inventory and organization will either save you—or expose you.
It all depends on whether you take them seriously now, while you still have the chance.
Because once things go bad—and they will eventually—there’s no do-over.
If you haven’t noticed yet, the world is spiraling downhill faster than a shopping cart racing through a pothole-ridden parking lot. Prices climb every week, wages drag behind like a busted wagon, and everyone seems too distracted by the latest shiny nonsense to realize how unstable everything has become. While most people are busy scrolling themselves into oblivion, the rest of us—the ones with the nerve to prepare—are left scrambling to stretch every dollar before the next crisis knocks the power grid offline or the food supply chain collapses again.
So yes, I’m irritated. And if you’re paying attention, you should be too. But anger is only useful if it fuels action, and right now the smartest action a survival-minded person can take is to learn how to save more money while the system still barely functions.
Below are five simple survival prepper ways to save more money, even in a world that seems dead-set on squeezing us dry. These strategies aren’t fancy. They won’t impress the clueless masses. But they will help you build resilience, independence, and a financial buffer—even when the economy looks like it’s on life support.
1. Cut Every Recurring Cost That Doesn’t Support Survival
Most people have no idea how much money they burn on subscriptions, memberships, apps, streaming services, and convenience traps that don’t do a single thing to actually help them survive. Corporations count on this. They want you distracted. They want you attached to digital pacifiers. They want your wallet leaking small amounts constantly so you never accumulate real financial strength.
As a survival prepper, your first mission is to strip away everything that does not get you closer to self-reliance.
Ask yourself brutally honest questions:
Does this service help me acquire skills?
Does it help me prepare for economic downturns or supply shortages?
Does it help me build long-term resilience?
Would I even miss it after three days without power?
If the answer is “no,” then congratulations—you just found your next cancellation.
Bake this into your weekly routine. Every Friday, scan your bank account and credit card for recurring charges. If a subscription does not directly contribute to survival knowledge, physical tools, or mental resilience, terminate it immediately. You’ll be shocked how fast you start saving. And no, you won’t miss that streaming service where you rewatch the same stale shows.
2. Master the Lost Art of Repairing Everything
We live in a disposable culture, which is fitting for a disposable society. People throw away perfectly good items because they don’t know how to tighten a bolt, patch a seam, or sharpen a blade. Meanwhile, those of us who still possess a spine (and a functioning brain) know that self-reliance starts with the ability to repair what we already have.
Repairing saves money in two major ways:
It prevents buying replacements
It teaches the skills you’ll need when replacements are no longer available
Every repair you make is one less chunk of cash handed over to companies that seem to raise prices every time the wind blows.
Start with the basics:
Fix clothing tears before they explode into unwearable rags
Patch hoses and buckets instead of tossing them
Maintain knives, tools, axes, and saws
Clean and oil equipment regularly
Learn small engine maintenance
If you don’t know how to repair something, there are thousands of tutorials online—free ones. Watch them now while the internet still functions. Skills outlast systems, and systems are crumbling.
3. Buy in Bulk… But Only the Right Way
People hear “bulk buying” and immediately picture giant warehouse stores filled with oversized boxes of sugar-coated nonsense. That’s not what a real prepper does. Bulk buying is only useful when you’re stocking items that check all three boxes:
Long shelf life
Essential for survival
Cheaper per unit when bought in quantity
Smart bulk buying targets staples that won’t spoil, won’t go out of usefulness, and won’t break your budget:
Rice
Beans
Oats
Salt
Sugar
Flour
Canned goods
Water storage containers
Medical supplies
Batteries
Fuel stabilizers
And yes, prices fluctuate—badly. That’s why you track costs over time. When something dips briefly below the usual price, that’s your moment. Stock deep when the rest of the world is distracted and wasting money on things they’ll toss within a month.
The money you save buying essentials in bulk compounds over time. Meanwhile, your pantry becomes insurance against inflated grocery bills and empty shelves.
4. Make DIY Versions of the Things You Use the Most
You want to save money while building skills that actually matter? Learn to make your own versions of everyday items instead of paying triple for store-bought products filled with chemicals nobody can pronounce.
A true prepper knows that DIY doesn’t just save money—it builds independence.
Start with easy wins:
Homemade cleaning supplies
Vinegar-based disinfectants
DIY soap
Simple first-aid balms
Laundry detergent
Fire starters
Water filters (as backups)
Dehydrated foods
The more you make yourself, the less you rely on a system that is constantly on the verge of breaking. And when you realize how cheap these items are to create, you’ll feel a satisfying mix of accomplishment and disgust at how badly corporations overcharge for convenience.
5. Stop Buying Junk and Invest Only in Gear That Lasts Decades
One of the greatest financial drains on modern households is the relentless purchase of cheap garbage. Tools that break. Clothes that unravel. Electronics that fail after two updates. Furniture made of cardboard. Equipment designed to fail so you buy more.
As a prepper, you don’t have the luxury of wasting money on disposable junk. Every dollar should go toward items that can withstand harsh conditions and heavy use.
This means buying:
Real tools—not decorative ones
Clothing built for durability—not trends
Cast iron instead of flimsy aluminum
Heavy-duty backpacks instead of bargain-bin specials
Knives with real steel—not mass-produced replicas
Water containers that won’t crack when the temperature drops
Yes, higher quality costs more upfront. But long-lasting gear saves money over your lifetime—and it’s far more reliable when the world goes sideways. Buy once. Cry once. Use forever.
Conclusion: The World Won’t Fix Itself—So Start Saving Like Your Life Depends on It
Look, the world is unraveling. People might not want to admit it, but we all see the cracks forming. Inflation is turning dollars into confetti. Supply chains snap every time a ship turns sideways. Society is one good crisis away from chaos.
You can’t control any of that. But you can control your preparedness, your spending habits, and your self-reliance.
These five methods won’t just save you money—they’ll help you build the independence necessary to weather whatever comes next. Whether the next disaster is economic, environmental, social, or something we haven’t even imagined yet, the people who survive will be the ones who took action early, saved aggressively, and learned to rely on themselves instead of a failing system.
So start now. Start today. Because the world isn’t getting any better. And when things get worse, you’ll be thankful you prepared while there was still time.
If you’re still sitting around scratching your head about whether canned food or freeze-dried food is the better option for survival storage, then you’re already behind. Way behind. In a collapsing world full of soft minds, false comforts, and people who think “preparedness” means having extra granola bars in the glove compartment, you’d better start thinking harder and stocking smarter. Because when the lights go out and the shelves go empty, you won’t have time to debate the finer points of canned chili versus freeze-dried stroganoff—you’ll be too busy wishing you had listened to someone who wasn’t afraid to tell you the truth unfiltered.
So buckle up. I’m not here to coddle you. I’m here to explain what actually keeps you alive when the world stops playing nice.
The Cold Reality of Canned Food
Canned food is the old reliable workhorse of survival storage. It’s been around forever, and it’s not going anywhere. And there’s a reason for that—it works.
Pros of Canned Food
1. Ready to Eat When you’re cold, tired, and fed up with your surroundings—and trust me, you will be—there’s nothing better than cracking open a can of something edible and shoveling it down without needing water, fuel, or time.
2. Cheap and Available You don’t need to sell your soul or your kidney to build a decent canned food stash. Hit sales, buy in bulk, toss the cans on a shelf, and you’re in business.
3. Naturally Calorie-Dense Let’s be real: calories matter more than flavor when survival is on the line. Canned meats, soups, beans—they’re heavy, but they pack real nutrition, not lightweight fluff.
Cons of Canned Food
1. Heavy as Sin If you think you’re bugging out with 100 pounds of canned stew strapped to your back, good luck. Make sure you leave a map so the rest of us can find your body later.
2. Shorter Shelf Life Than You Think Yes, canned food lasts a while—years, even. But not decades. The clock is ticking, and eventually those cans will rust, swell, or turn into biological experiments you don’t want to open.
3. Bulky Storage Canned food eats shelf space like a starving wolf. Living in an apartment? Good luck stacking 300 cans without your place looking like a doomsday bunker crossed with a metal scrapyard.
Freeze-Dried Food: Lightweight Hope or Overpriced Hype?
Freeze-dried food is the glamorous newcomer in the preparedness world. Shiny bags, fancy marketing, and pictures of smiling backpackers pretending their rehydrated lasagna is gourmet cuisine.
But don’t be fooled by the packaging. There’s real power here—if you know what you’re doing.
Pros of Freeze-Dried Food
1. Shelf Life That Laughs at Time Twenty-five years. Sometimes more. If that doesn’t make your inner survivalist grin like a maniac, nothing will.
2. Zero Weight, High Convenience If you need to move—fast—you’re not taking canned goods. Freeze-dried wins every mobile scenario. You can pack a week’s worth of meals and barely feel the weight.
3. Nutrient Retention Compared to canned food, freeze-dried meals preserve vitamins, texture, color, and flavor. Not that you’ll care when you’re starving, but hey—it’s a nice bonus.
Cons of Freeze-Dried Food
1. Water Required And I don’t mean a few drops. Some meals need two cups or more. If you don’t have water or the ability to boil it, good luck chewing on powder like a desperate ferret.
2. Cost Freeze-dried food can burn through your wallet faster than the world falls apart. One #10 can might cost what you would normally spend on a week’s worth of regular groceries.
3. Meal Fatigue Is Real After your tenth freeze-dried “breakfast skillet,” your soul might start leaving your body.
So Which One Actually Wins?
Here’s the part where you expect me to pick a winner. But survival isn’t a game show. There’s no trophy ceremony, no confetti raining down, no cheering crowd. The only prize is staying alive, and the only way to do that is through redundancy and diversity.
Anyone telling you to pick only canned or only freeze-dried foods has clearly never lived through anything harder than a short power outage. The world is unpredictable, unstable, and unforgiving. Your food storage should be the same—rugged, layered, and ready for anything.
The Brutal, Honest Recommendation
1. Stock Canned Food for Short to Mid-Term Survival
This is what you eat first during a disaster. Heavy? Yes. But it requires no extra resources, no preparation, no hope—just a can opener and a bad attitude.
2. Build Freeze-Dried Food for Long-Term Security
When the dust settles and your canned stash starts to run low, freeze-dried is your lifeline. Lightweight, space-efficient, and designed to outlive your optimism.
3. Mix, Match, and Layer
A serious survival pantry includes:
Canned meats
Canned vegetables
Canned soups and stews
Freeze-dried meals
Freeze-dried ingredients
Bulk staples (rice, beans, oats)
Water storage and filtration
If that sounds like a lot, that’s because it is. Survival isn’t convenient. It’s not cute. It’s not trendy. It’s messy, heavy, expensive, and absolutely worth every ounce of effort.
Final Thoughts (If You Can Handle Them)
Canned food keeps you alive today. Freeze-dried food keeps you alive years from today. Anyone who thinks the choice is “either/or” is already halfway to being a liability when things go bad.
Do yourself—and everyone stuck with you—a favor: stop hesitating, stop overthinking, and start building a food storage plan that actually stands a chance when the world stops pretending everything is fine.
Because it won’t be fine. And when that day comes, the only thing worse than being unprepared… is realizing you had every chance to prepare and chose not to.
When you’re a prepper living in the rugged terrain of New Hampshire, you’re no stranger to the wild and untamed nature of the land. Whether you’re preparing for the worst-case scenario or just want to spend some time honing your survival skills, the Granite State offers some of the best campsites for survivalists. From dense forests to remote mountain ranges, New Hampshire is a goldmine for those who want to be off the grid and ready for anything. Below, we explore the 30 best camping sites for preppers in New Hampshire. These campsites are perfect for those who want to test their wilderness survival skills or just get away from it all while still being close enough to resources in case you need them.
Located in the White Mountains, Crawford Notch State Park is ideal for survivalists. The park’s rugged terrain offers ample opportunities for bushcraft, hunting, and fishing. If you’re looking for a spot to practice your fire-starting skills or to set up a temporary shelter, this is the place to do it. Nearby, you’ll find the Saco River, which is perfect for water purification experiments.
2. Franconia Notch State Park
Franconia Notch is home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in New Hampshire. The park is surrounded by steep cliffs, dense woods, and plenty of wildlife. This site is perfect for advanced survivalists who want to experience challenging terrain. You’ll find abundant hiking trails, and the infamous “Old Man of the Mountain” memorial makes for an iconic backdrop.
3. White Mountain National Forest
As the largest national forest in New Hampshire, the White Mountain National Forest offers a massive area for preppers to explore and practice survival skills. There are countless trails, campsites, and remote areas where you can set up camp. The terrain includes everything from thick forests to high-altitude peaks. It’s the ideal location for prepping and practicing your navigation and shelter-building skills.
4. Moose Brook State Park
This park, located near Berlin, offers great access to the northern White Mountains. If you need a secluded area to hone your skills, Moose Brook offers quiet campgrounds, perfect for survivalists who want to practice stealth camping. There are ample fishing opportunities, and the nearby terrain provides plenty of challenges for testing your resourcefulness.
5. Mount Monadnock State Park
Known as one of the most climbed mountains in the world, Mount Monadnock is an excellent location for preppers looking to test their endurance. The summit provides an incredible vantage point over the surrounding forest, perfect for learning topographic map navigation. The park offers primitive campsites for those who want to stay off the beaten path.
Tucked away in the heart of the White Mountains, Ellis River Campground offers a secluded environment for those interested in primitive camping. With the Ellis River nearby, it’s a great location for testing water purification methods or practicing fishing for your food. The forest offers excellent opportunities for shelter building and wildlife tracking.
7. Lake Francis State Park
Lake Francis, in the northern part of the state, is known for its wild, unspoiled beauty. This park is remote enough that you’ll have to rely on your survival skills if you plan to go off-grid. The lake is ideal for water-based survival practice, and the surrounding woodlands are great for setting up an emergency camp.
8. Pawtuckaway State Park
Pawtuckaway State Park offers a variety of campsites that range from more developed to primitive. This diversity makes it perfect for preppers, as you can start with easy access and move to more challenging locations. With wooded trails, marshes, and a large pond, it’s an excellent location for wildlife identification and survival practices like fire-building and trapping.
9. Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves
For those who want to practice survival skills in a unique location, Lost River Gorge offers a fascinating environment. The caves and gorge offer natural shelter opportunities, while the boulders can be used for rock climbing and testing your ability to navigate rough terrain. This is one of the best campsites for preppers who like to think outside the box.
10. Tuckerman Ravine
If you’re an experienced prepper looking to push your limits, Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington should be on your list. The area is challenging, and the weather can be brutal, but it’s a perfect place for advanced survivalists. The rugged terrain and rapidly changing weather conditions will test your resilience and ability to adapt in a real wilderness survival scenario.
11. Gorham Mountain Trail Camp
For preppers looking for high-altitude training, the Gorham Mountain Trail Camp is the place to go. Located in Acadia National Park, it’s the ideal spot for refining your wilderness navigation skills. The view from the summit provides a unique perspective of the land, while the area around the campsite offers multiple natural resources to practice with.
12. Kancamagus Highway
The Kancamagus Highway is more than just a scenic drive – it’s a prime location for camping. The area is rich in wildlife, and the surrounding forests make it perfect for bushcraft exercises. Preppers can test their ability to survive in diverse environments, from river crossings to dense woods, all while staying relatively close to the highway for easy extraction if necessary.
13. The Androscoggin River Campsites
For those interested in water-based survival skills, camping along the Androscoggin River offers plenty of opportunities. This river is not only a beautiful site but also a perfect location for practicing water purification and fishing techniques. You’ll also find dense woods where you can perfect your shelter-building skills.
14. Jenness State Beach Campground
For preppers looking to practice survival skills in a coastal environment, Jenness State Beach Campground offers a unique experience. With access to both saltwater and fresh water, this site is ideal for practicing coastal survival techniques, including fishing, foraging, and fire-starting.
15. Baker River Campground
Located near Rumney, the Baker River Campground is nestled along the river, providing an ideal environment for testing your bushcraft and survival skills. This location offers a mix of flat grounds, river access, and forested areas to practice building shelters and water purification. It’s remote enough to be a challenge but close enough to civilization if things go awry.
16. Wildcat Mountain
For more experienced preppers, Wildcat Mountain offers a rugged challenge. The terrain here is tough, with steep inclines and unpredictable weather, making it perfect for testing endurance and resourcefulness. There are plenty of wooded areas for setting up camp and practicing stealth tactics.
17. Sawyer Pond Campsite
Sawyer Pond, located in the central part of the state, offers a serene location to practice traditional survival skills. The pond provides an excellent water source for testing purification techniques, while the surrounding forest is ideal for tracking and wildlife observation.
18. Camp Northwood
A more secluded and primitive campsite located near Lake Winnipesaukee, Camp Northwood is perfect for prepping in a relatively isolated area. The terrain around the lake provides a combination of wetland and forested environments, great for testing a variety of survival skills.
19. Pine River Campground
A tranquil location near the White Mountains, the Pine River Campground offers preppers a perfect mix of isolation and access to resources. There’s abundant wildlife to track, and the nearby river provides both water purification and fishing practice.
20. Mount Chocorua Campground
Mount Chocorua is one of the most iconic peaks in New Hampshire, and its campground offers an excellent base for survivalists. It’s secluded, with rugged terrain perfect for wilderness skills practice. Set up camp and test your ability to navigate through varied landscapes.
21-30: Other Notable Campsites in New Hampshire for Survival Preppers:
Hancock Campground
Jockey Hollow
Carter Notch Hut
Grafton Notch State Park
Cranmore Mountain Resort
Mount Cardigan
Nansen Wayside Campground
Shelburne Campground
Baker Valley Campground
Echo Lake State Park
Conclusion
For survival preppers in New Hampshire, the abundance of rugged terrain and remote locations provides a multitude of opportunities to hone your skills and test your preparedness. Whether you’re learning how to build a fire, forage for food, or navigate the wilderness, New Hampshire’s campsites offer an unparalleled setting for training, practice, and testing your resilience. Remember, the key to being ready for any emergency is to have the skills and the mindset to survive, no matter what. These campsites will give you the space you need to get in touch with nature and sharpen your survival instincts.
If there’s one thing that everyone has to learn how to survive during tough times…
It’s making do with what you have.
Seeing the potential in everyday items is what separates an experienced prepper from a beginner.
In this short letter, I want to talk to you about the surprising survival uses of a simple plastic bag.
First, let’s talk about the obvious. Carrying stuff.
Whether you’re foraging for wild edibles or just organizing your tools, a sturdy plastic bag can hold a surprising amount of weight and volume.
But let’s dig deeper, folks.
Imagine this. You’re in a pinch, and you’ve run out of clean water.
There’s a clear, beautiful stream nearby.
But we are aware of the risks of drinking directly from it, right?
Enter the plastic bag. Fill it up, then use your survival water purifier and make it safe to drink.
Another use is in food gathering. Fill a bag with lush, green, non-poisonous leaves, and you’ve got yourself a solar still that can provide you with precious drinkable water.
(There are tons of tutorials on the web on how to do that).
Or let’s say you’re caught in the rain without proper gear.
A large trash bag can easily be converted into an emergency poncho, keeping you dry and protecting you from hypothermia.
One more tip…
One that might sound a little unusual.
A black plastic bag can be used for signaling.
Fill it with air, tie it shut, and you’ve got yourself a noticeable distress signal that could attract the attention of rescuers.
I’m not saying a plastic bag is the answer to every survival need.
But in a pinch, it can serve you in ways you might not expect.
The key, as always, is to think creatively and adaptively.
The more you can see the potential in the ordinary, the easier you’ll fare when the chips are down.
So, the next time you see a discarded plastic bag, give it another look. It might just be your ticket to self-sustenance.
This Will Be Your Most Robust Tool When SHTF
Let me ask you an honest question.
When SHTF, what will be your most useful tool?
Most people think about their stockpiles or their security systems.
However, there is another important aspect of emergency readiness that is quite often overlooked.
And that’s your skills.
If everything around us crumbles to the ground, the dominant currency will shift.
And our usual means of exchanging goods and services no longer hold value.
If that happens, your unique skills become your most valuable asset.
The more diverse your skillset, the more valuable you become to your community, and the better you’ll do when everything else falls apart.
In such a world, it’s not about being the strongest or the smartest.
It’s about having a wide range of abilities that can assist you and those around you navigate through challenging times.
The more versatile you are, the more ready you’ll be for whatever comes your way.
So, what can you do to ensure that you have the most powerful tool at your disposal when SHTF?
The answer is simple.
Invest in yourself.
By learning different skills and expanding your knowledge, you become more well-rounded and capable.
You don’t have to be an expert in everything, but even a basic understanding of various skills can make a significant difference when it matters most.
This also means that everything you know so far could be useful.
Are you a good cook?
A good mechanic?
A good dentist?
When SHTF, everything could be useful?
If you can provide something that other people will need, you will be in a more advantageous position to protect your family.
You will be able to trade your skills for food, water, gear, and anything else you might need.
So think about the abilities that you currently have…
What skills you can acquire?
Where you can improve?
And try to expand your skillset as much as possible
How To Be Your Own Medic When SHTF
Imagine this…
A major emergency has struck, and people everywhere are panicking.
You find yourself alone, with no healthcare personnel in sight.
You’ve got a nasty cut that needs attention, pronto. Do you know what to do?
In situations like this, knowing how to perform first aid on yourself is crucial.
It’s a piece of knowledge that every American needs to know.
Everyone has a trusty first aid kit…
But how many of us actually know how to use everything in it properly? Knowledge is your greatest weapon, folks.
Let’s start with the basics.
First up is dealing with cuts and scrapes.
If it’s a minor one, you just need to clean it with warm water and soap, apply some antibiotic ointment, and cover it with a bandage.
However, if it’s deep, you need to take care of the bleeding first.
Apply pressure using a clean cloth until it subsides.
If it’s very severe, you might need to use a tourniquet, but this should be your last resort.
Next, let’s talk sprains.
If you’ve rolled your ankle or twisted your wrist, remember the acronym R.I.C.E.
Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation.
Keep the injured area immobilized, use an ice pack if available, wrap it in a bandage, and elevate it above your heart level.
How about burns?
Everyone has felt the sting of touching a hot pan. Minor burns can be soothed with cool (not cold) water and a soothing cream or aloe vera.
Severe burns, however, require immediate professional attention.
The safest thing you can do is cover it with a clean, dry cloth and try not to burst any blisters.
So far so good.
The true challenge arises when it comes to dealing with broken bones.
If you suspect a fracture, the first step is immobilization.
Use a splint or even a piece of wood to keep the injured area from moving. Then, apply a cold pack to reduce swelling.
And remember, this is a temporary fix to survive until you receive professional attention.
I know this is a lot to take in. I’m not expecting you to become an expert medic overnight.
But the reality is that in a survival scenario, we have to take on roles we might not be comfortable with.
You may have to be your own medic, nurse, and first responder rolled into one.
I suggest you start with these basics, and then keep learning.
Because in the world of survival, knowledge isn’t just power. It’s everything.
Focus On These Areas To Retain A “SHTF” Physique
You know that sinking feeling when you’ve been sitting too long and stand up, just to feel aches and stiffness in your joints?
Imagine that feeling in a high-stress emergency situation.
Not an ideal scenario, right?
When it comes to prepping, we often focus on the tools, the skills, and the items we need to endure.
However, we mustn’t overlook one of our most important assets. Our own muscles.
Physical fitness is an essential, yet often underrated, aspect of prepping
In an emergency, a strong, agile, and resilient physique can make an incredible difference.
Whether you’re bugging out on foot, chopping wood for a fire, or defending yourself and your family, your physical capabilities will play a critical role in your overall security.
To build an emergency-ready physique, focus on these key areas:
Endurance
When emergency strikes, you may have to cover long distances on foot, carrying heavy loads.
Cardiovascular exercises like running, biking, or swimming will allow you to build the stamina you need.
Strength
In a high-stakes situation, you’ll likely have to carry heavy equipment, move obstacles, or climb over barriers.
Incorporate weight training or bodyweight exercises to build overall strength.
Flexibility
Flexibility and mobility are essential for injury prevention and general well-being.
Stretching can allow you to maintain a full range of motion and reduce the risk of injury in high-stress situations.
Balance
Good balance is vital for navigating uneven terrain, crossing streams, or climbing trees.
Incorporate exercises like single-leg stands, balance board workouts, or even slacklining to improve your stability.
And if you want to make the most of your workouts, you can even train outdoors.
This will allow you to become more comfortable with various terrains and weather conditions.
Folks, remember that a fit and healthy physique is one of your most valuable assets in a high-stakes situation.
Don’t let your physical capabilities be your weakest link when it matters most.
Embrace the challenge and strive for an emergency-ready physique.
This Bug-Out “Mistake” Could Prove Fatal When SHTF
Imagine if a hurricane struck tomorrow out of the blue, and you were forced to bug out with no warning.
You grab your bug-out kit, you wake up your kids, you put them in your car
And your car doesn’t start.
What do you do then?
You’re left at God’s mercy.
Our vehicles are essential in emergency situations.
If you don’t want to find yourself in this nightmare situation, you always have to maintain your car.
I know that the probability of your vehicle failing on you at the worst possible moment is slim
But when we are talking about surviving, we have to eliminate anything that might go wrong completely.
Like any tool, your vehicle needs proper maintenance.
You have to ensure that the fluids in your vehicle are regularly maintained and filled to the appropriate level.
This includes oil, coolant, transmission fluid, and brake fluid.
Each of these fluids plays a critical role in keeping your vehicle running smoothly and preventing damage to your engine and transmission.
Another important aspect of vehicle maintenance is tire care.
Monitor your tire pressure regularly and keep them inflated to the recommended level.
Underinflated tires can cause poor gas mileage, uneven tire wear, and even blowouts on the road.
It’s also crucial to rotate your tires every 5,000 to 7,500 miles to ensure even wear.
Then there are the brakes.
If they fail on you at any point, it could lead to a car crash.
Regularly inspecting your vehicle’s brakes is essential.
This includes checking your brake pads and rotors for wear and tear, as well as your brake fluid level.
Properly functioning brakes are essential for safe driving, especially in emergency situations.
Remember, your vehicle is a vital tool for survival.
If it fails on you when you need it the most, the consequences could be catastrophic.
So always make sure it’s up to the task.
The Very First Essential Good That Will Become Extinct When SHTF
In the world of survivalism, one thing is certain. Emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere.
Natural catastrophes like earthquakes or hurricanes arrive with no warning.
And every family man and woman should be prepared for them.
A lot of people, however, don’t know how to do that.
With so many different possible scenarios, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to prepare for and what items to gather.
But even though the survival situations are essentially endless, they have one thing in common.
When SHTF, the first essential good that will become scarce will be the same. Water.
Water is the most important ingredient for survival, and yet, it will most likely be the first one to become extinct.
There are many reasons for that.
The most critical one is contamination.
When the power goes out, water treatment facilities and distribution systems may be damaged or cease to function.
When the water supply is compromised, clean water becomes scarce.
During natural emergencies, sewage and other chemicals also end up in the lakes and rivers, making them unsafe to drink.
In situations like these, people become competitive.
They flock to the remaining water sources, creating a high demand that quickly depletes the supply.
That’s why before you do anything else, you need to ensure you always have drinkable water.
Your first step should be to store water.
It’s recommended to have at least one gallon of water per person each day for drinking and hygiene purposes.
Store water in containers that are designed for long-term water storage, like heavy-duty plastic containers or water barrels.
But storing is not enough.
No matter how much you have, it might run out.
You also need to know how to purify water.
There are several methods for water purification, including boiling, using water filters, or using chemical treatments.
Take your time to learn these skills, and practice purifying water, so you’re ready for when the time comes.
During a SHTF scenario, every drop counts.
If you were looking for a way to prioritize your preps, begin with water.
How do you ensure you always have water in your household? Reply and let me know!
How To Turn On Your “SHTF Sensors”
Did you know that you have sensors that detect emergency situations, and respond to them?
And that it was thanks to these “SHTF sensors” that our ancestors managed to survive in spite of the harsh conditions?
You can turn these sensors on whenever you want, even when things are going well.
I will show you how to do that in this newsletter.
I have no idea why this is not common knowledge.
I found that information on a small Youtube page that belongs to an American biologist.
His page should have way more followers than what it currently has.
If more people knew about this, there would be less disease.
People would live longer.
And they would make it unscathed out of survival situations.
It has to do with how our systems developed ages ago.
Our ancestors did not have the abundance of food that we have nowadays.
They would eat whenever they successfully hunted an animal, or when they’d find something edible in the surrounding land.
In other words, they would eat a lot less often than us.
This might sound like a bad thing, but it’s not.
This activated their survival sensors and gave them more energy to keep hunting.
It kept them from getting sick even though they did not have houses to protect them from the cold.
And it made them feel alert.
Nowadays, however, this rarely happens.
Whenever we feel hungry, we can just have food delivered to our houses, or go out to eat.
This makes our systems feel like they have everything they need to survive.
So they become “lazy.”
They don’t expend energy to defend themselves because there is no need for it.
So our metabolism goes down.
We burn less fat.
And most importantly, we are not ready for when a real SHTF scenario occurs.
Imagine if you asked a modern man to survive in the harsh conditions of the past.
Without having food to eat, shelter, or first aid.
These conditions could occur in survival situations.
But most people are not ready for them.
However, there is an easy answer to that.
You can begin to turn on your survival sensors as early as tomorrow.
If you simply limit your eating hours, then you can trick your system into thinking there is not a lot of food around.
I am not asking you to eat fewer calories.
But to simply restrict your eating to a shorter period of time each day, such as 6-8 hours, instead of the whole time you are awake.
People nowadays refer to this as “fasting.”
This will make you feel hungry (something we rarely experience nowadays), and activate your SHTF sensors.
And it will greatly improve your health and allow you to survive emergency situations.
Why don’t you try it?
This Ancient Skill Could Protect You When SHTF
As humanity evolved, we learned to use technology to simplify our lives.
And while this made our survival easier…it gave us an “excuse” to not develop critical skills that could come in handy in emergencies.
There is a skill that our ancestors had carefully developed, that is pretty much forgotten nowadays….
Navigation.
If God forbid, you are ever caught in a survival situation, you need to know how to navigate.
Why?
Because being lost in the wilderness can be a dangerous and disorienting experience.
If your smartphone doesn’t have any signal, you need alternative ways to find your way.
Without a sense of direction, you may wander aimlessly, depleting your energy and resources.
Even worse, you may end up in a hazardous or risky situation.
That’s where navigation and orienteering come in.
These skills allow you to determine your position and plan a route to safety or civilization.
So let’s go into some practical tips for navigating and orienteering in the wilderness.
Always carry a map and a compass.
A map will give you an overview of the area you’re in and help you plan your route. A compass will help you determine your direction and stay on course.
You should teach yourself how to use them.
Familiarize yourself with the symbols and features on your map, and practice using your compass to take bearings and follow a straight line.
Use natural landmarks to orient yourself.
Look for prominent features like mountains, rivers, and valleys to help you find your bearings.
You can also mark nearby trees or rocks to make sure you are not walking in circles.
Pay attention to the sun and the stars.
The sun rises in the east and sets in the west, so you can use it to determine your general direction.
At night, look for the North Star (also known as Polaris) to find the North.
Practice “dead reckoning.”
This is a navigation technique where you estimate your position based on the distance and direction you’ve traveled.
It’s a good backup plan if you don’t have a map or compass.
Remember, being able to navigate and orienteer is a crucial survival skill.
It will help you find your way back to civilization or to a safe location.
You might need it when you least expect it.
That’s why I believe everyone should have it in their prepping skillset.
Should You Drive Away When SHTF?
I was chatting with someone at the supermarket the other day.
And at some point during our conversation he said that if SHTF, he’d just “drive away.”
This is something that I hear many people say. But the truth is, “simply driving away” isn’t always an option.
There are a lot of things to consider when bugging out on vehicle. Let’s go through them.
Road Conditions.
During emergency situations, road conditions can deteriorate rapidly.
This may be due to natural emergencies like earthquakes, floods, or landslides.
Or man-made risks like riots, roadblocks, and infrastructure damage.
Navigating such treacherous conditions will require a well-equipped, capable vehicle with sufficient fuel.
Having spare tires and a tire repair kit is also essential.
Congestion…
In emergencies, people will likely attempt to evacuate simultaneously, causing annoying bottlenecks.
This can be especially problematic in urban areas where roads are already congested.
If you don’t want to become stuck in such situations, consider alternative routes and have a backup plan in case your primary escape route becomes impassable.
Fuel Availability…
Fuel stations may run out or become inaccessible during an emergency.
To ensure your vehicle’s continuous operation, store extra fuel in safe, approved containers.
Just be mindful of the expiration dates and storage conditions of your fuel reserves.
Additionally, consider using a fuel-efficient or alternative fuel vehicle to maximize your range.
Communication and navigation…
When SHTF, traditional communication and navigation systems may become unreliable or non-functional.
Having a CB or HAM radio in your vehicle can allow you to stay informed about local conditions.
And don’t forget to keep a physical map and a compass in your vehicle as a backup.
Vehicle Security…
When things go wrong, your vehicle might become a target.
People might attempt to steal it from you. To reduce the risk, ensure your vehicle is secure and unnoticeable.
Also, consider using a steering wheel lock, a car alarm, or a concealed immobilization device to deter would-be thieves.
As you can see, evacuating by vehicle is more complicated than most people think.
There are a lot of factors at stake.
If this is too much to remember, write them down, so that you can make an informed decision when the time comes.
TheDailyChristian 