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[brucesterling]

*Comical "survival preparedness" Italian multitool

[planningforthecollapse]

[pumpsoul-oct123]

The Importance of Preparedness: 10 Essential Items for Your Survival Kit

1. Water and Water Filtration

What to Include:

Water: At least one gallon per person per day for at least three days.

Water Filtration System: Portable water filters or purification tablets to ensure you can make any water source potable.

2. Non-Perishable Food

What to Include:

Canned Goods: Fruits, vegetables, and ready-to-eat meals.

Dry Goods: Rice, pasta, cereals, and protein bars.

Specialty Items: Baby formula, pet food, and items for dietary restrictions.

3. First Aid Kit

What to Include:

Basic Supplies: Bandages, antiseptic wipes, adhesive tape, and scissors.

Medications: Pain relievers, antihistamines, and any prescription medications.

Specialized Tools: Tweezers, a digital thermometer, and a CPR mask.

4. Emergency Lighting and Power

What to Include:

Flashlights and Batteries: LED flashlights with extra batteries.

Solar-Powered Lights: Solar lanterns and portable solar chargers for electronic devices.

Hand-Crank Radio: A multi-function radio that can receive weather updates and charge your phone.

5. Shelter and Warmth

What to Include:

Emergency Blankets: Thermal blankets or sleeping bags.

Tarp and Duct Tape: For creating makeshift shelters.

Warm Clothing: Hats, gloves, and extra layers of clothing.

6. Personal Hygiene Items

What to Include:

Sanitation Supplies: Wet wipes, hand sanitizer, and biodegradable soap.

Toiletries: Toothbrushes, toothpaste, and feminine hygiene products.

Waste Bags: Plastic bags for disposing of waste safely.

7. Important Documents

What to Include:

Identification: Copies of passports, driver’s licenses, and Social Security cards.

Medical Information: Health insurance cards, medical records, and prescriptions.

Financial Information: Bank account details, credit card information, and insurance policies.

8. Tools and Supplies

Why It’s Essential: Having the right tools can make a significant difference in an emergency, allowing you to perform necessary repairs, signal for help, or navigate your surroundings.

What to Include:

Multi-Tool: A versatile tool that includes pliers, a knife, and screwdrivers.

Whistle: For signaling for help.

Maps and Compass: Local maps and a compass for navigation if GPS is unavailable.

9. Communication Devices

What to Include:

Cell Phone and Charger: An extra charger or power bank.

Two-Way Radios: Battery-powered radios for communication if cell service is down.

Emergency Contact List: A written list of important phone numbers.

10. Personal Protection Equipment

What to Include:

Face Masks: N95 respirators or other protective masks.

Gloves: Durable work gloves for handling debris.

Protective Clothing: Long-sleeved shirts and pants to protect against exposure.

[ivygorgon]

Ivy's Survive the Apocalypse list.

If you're following the news, you're scared. Or you should be. Things are getting worse, not better. And they wont stop with the most marginalized of us; if you're not rich, you're nothing to them except labor.

I've been worried about current events, world news, and continental politics for a while now; at least 1 year. That's when I started packing my Go-Bags. It occurs to me now that my skills as a veteran would be useful for other LGBTQIAS2+, so I've decided to tell you what I deemed necessary in an emergency Bug Out Bag. See below.

(For the love of the Gods, please let this one get tumblr famous!!)

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🐓 Person 1 1️⃣ Durable bag (Huge ruck) 2️⃣ Hygiene bag (Tooth brush, soap, etc) 3️⃣ IFAK x2 (combat trauma & first aid, tampons for bullet wounds or deep wounds, Feminine pads for shallow cuts) 1 on person, 1 in ruck 4️⃣ Tactical vest (plate carrier) 5️⃣ Critical doc folder (Birth certificate, SSN, etc) 6️⃣ Cash 7️⃣ Camelbak (store hiking gear inside.) 8️⃣ Foraging pack (napsack, something to hold berries and roots) 9️⃣ Weapon cleaning kit (Oil, brushes, whipes, Q tips, etc) 0️⃣ Gasmask 🎒 Tarp 🎒 Excavation-tool 🎒 hatchet 🎒 multi-tool 🎒 Rope 🎒 Cordage 🎒 Knife 🎒 Whetstone 🎒 Primary weapon (Crossbow) 🎒 Secondary weapon (slingshot) 🎒 Tertiary weapon 🎒 Primary ammo (DIY/Bolts) 🎒 Secondary ammo (bearings) 🎒 Tertiary ammo 🎒 Bear spray or taser 🎒 Flashlight with red filter 🎒 Flashlight batteries 🎒 Hand crank power bank 🎒 Glowsticks 🎒 Knee & arm pads 🎒 Eye black ❄️ Sleeping bag (winter) ❄️ Emergency blanket ❄️ 2 under shirts ❄️ 2 tops ❄️ 2 underpants ❄️ 2 pants ❄️ 2 pair socks ❄️ 2 pair nylon under socks (Put on under socks to reduce blisters) ❄️ 1 poncho ❄️ 1 silky set (Thin inner layer) ❄️ 1 waffle set (Thick inner layer) ❄️ 1 cold weather top ❄️ 1 cold gloves ❄️ 1 cold hat ❄️ 1 gator neck (Scarf) 🔥 Tinder + waterproof bag 🔥 Waterproof matches 🔥 Magnesium striker 🔥 Focusing lens 🔥 Lighter 🔥 Road flares 💦 Water bottle or canteen 💦 Water filter system 💦 Water purification tablets 💦 Camelbak >7️⃣ 🐟 Fishing kit 🐟 Snares 🐟 Rations (2 days) 🐟 Mess kit 🐟 Seeds 🐟 Local foraging guides (ei: field guides) 🧭 Compass 🧭 Maps 🎙️ Radio 🎙️ Radio batteries 🎙️ 2-way radio 🎙️ 2-way radio batteries 🎙️ Notebook 🎙️ Writing implements 🎙️ Signal mirror ⛑️ Prescription drugs (90 day supply) ⛑️ Sewing kit

⚔️ Person 2 1️⃣ Durable bag (Huge ruck) 2️⃣ Hygiene bag 3️⃣ Tactical vest (plate carrier, tampons for bullet wounds or deep wounds) 4️⃣ IFAK (high trauma) 5️⃣ Critical doc folder () 6️⃣ Cash 7️⃣ Camelbak 8️⃣ Foraging pack () 9️⃣ Weapon cleaning kit 0️⃣ Gasmask 🎒 Tarp 🎒 E-tool 🎒 hatchet 🎒 multi-tool 🎒 Rope 🎒 Cordage 🎒 Knife 🎒 Whetstone 🎒 Primary weapon 🎒 Secondary weapon 🎒 Tertiary weapon 🎒 Primary ammo 🎒 Secondary ammo 🎒 Tertiary ammo 🎒 Bear spray or taser 🎒 Flashlight with red filter 🎒 Flashlight batteries 🎒 Hand crank power bank 🎒 Glowsticks 🎒 Knee & arm pads 🎒 Eye black ❄️ Sleeping bag (winter) ❄️ Emergency blanket ❄️ 2 under shirts ❄️ 2 tops ❄️ 2 underpants ❄️ 2 pants ❄️ 2 pair socks 🔥 Tinder + waterproof bag 🔥 Waterproof matches 🔥 Magnesium striker 🔥 Focusing lens 🔥 Lighter 🔥 Road flares 💦 Water bottle or canteen 💦 Water filter system 💦 Water purification tablets 💦 Camelbak >7️⃣ 🐟 Fishing kit 🐟 Snares 🐟 Rations (2 days) 🐟 Mess kit 🐟 Seeds 🐟 Local foraging guides (ei: field guides) 🧭 Compass 🧭 Maps 🎙️ Radio 🎙️ Radio batteries 🎙️ 2-way radio 🎙️ 2-way radio batteries 🎙️ Notebook 🎙️ Writing implements 🎙️ Signal mirror ⛑️ Prescription drugs (90 day supply) ⛑️ Sewing kit

🦸 Child 1️⃣ Durable bag (Medium duffle) 2️⃣ Hygiene bag 3️⃣ Tactical vest (ranger vest) 4️⃣ IFAK (first aid, tampons for bullet wounds or deep wounds) 5️⃣ Critical doc folder () 6️⃣ Cash 7️⃣ Camelbak 8️⃣ Foraging pack 9️⃣ Weapon cleaning kit 0️⃣ Gasmask 🎒 E-tool 🎒 multi-tool 🎒 Rope 🎒 Cordage 🎒 Whetstone 🎒 Flashlight with red filter 🎒 Flashlight batteries 🎒 Hand crank power bank 🎒 Glowsticks 🎒 Knee & arm pads 🎒 Eye black ❄️ Sleeping bag (winter) ❄️ Emergency blanket ❄️ 2 under shirts ❄️ 2 tops ❄️ 2 underpants ❄️ 2 pants ❄️ 2 pair socks 🔥 Tinder + waterproof bag 🔥 Waterproof matches 🔥 Magnesium striker 🔥 Focusing lens 🔥 Lighter 🔥 Road flares 💦 Water bottle or canteen 💦 Water filter system 💦 Water purification tablets 💦 Camelbak >7️⃣ 🐟 Rations (2 days) 🐟 Mess kit 🐟 Seeds 🐟 Local foraging guides (ei: field guides) 🧭 Compass 🧭 Maps 🎙️ Radio 🎙️ Radio batteries 🎙️ 2-way radio 🎙️ 2-way radio batteries 🎙️ Notebook 🎙️ Writing implements 🎙️ Signal mirror ⛑️ Prescription drugs (90 day supply) ⛑️ Sewing kit

👤 Spare adult 1️⃣ Durable bag (Huge duffle) 2️⃣ Hygiene bag 3️⃣ Tactical vest (flick) 4️⃣ IFAK (high trauma, tampons for bullet wounds or deep wounds) 5️⃣ Critical doc folder () 6️⃣ Cash 7️⃣ Assault camelbak 8️⃣ Foraging pack (black napsack) 9️⃣ Weapon cleaning kit 0️⃣ Gasmask 🎒 Extras ❄️ Extras 🔥 Extras 💦 Extras 🐟 Extras 🧭 Compass 🧭 Maps 🎙️ Extras ⛑️ Sewing kit

🐕 Dog 1️⃣ Durable bag (harness + saddle bags) 2️⃣ Hygiene bag (tiny) 3️⃣ Tactical vest + leash 4️⃣ IFAK (small, tampons for bullet wounds or deep wounds) 5️⃣ Critical doc folder () 6️⃣ Cash

😺 Cat 1️⃣ Durable bag (Carrier) 2️⃣ Hygiene bag (tiny) 3️⃣ Tactical vest + leash 4️⃣ IFAK (tiny, tampons for bullet wounds or deep wounds) 5️⃣ Critical doc folder () 6️⃣ Cash

🛻 Vehical + spares 1️⃣ Durable bag (Huge duffle) 2️⃣ Hygiene bag (large) 3️⃣ Tactical vest 4️⃣ IFAK (high trauma, tampons for bullet wounds or deep wounds, feminine pads for shallow cuts.) 5️⃣ Critical doc folder () 6️⃣ Cash 7️⃣ Camlbak + water 8️⃣ Foraging pack 9️⃣ Weapon cleaning kit 0️⃣ Gasmask 🏕️ Waterproof survival tent 🎒 E-tool 🎒 hatchet 🎒 multi-tool 🎒 Rope 🎒 Cordage 🎒 Knife 🎒 Whetstone 🎒 Primary ammo 🎒 Secondary ammo 🎒 Tertiary ammo 🎒 Bear spray or taser 🎒 Flashlight with red filter 🎒 Flashlight batteries 🎒 Hand crank power bank 🎒 Glowsticks 🎒 Knee & arm pads 🎒 Eye black ❄️ Sleeping bag (winter) ❄️ Emergency blanket ❄️ 2 under shirts ❄️ 2 tops ❄️ 2 underpants ❄️ 2 pants ❄️ 2 pair socks 🔥 Tinder + waterproof bag 🔥 Waterproof matches 🔥 Magnesium striker 🔥 Focusing lens 🔥 Lighter 🔥 Road flares 💦 Water bottle or canteen 💦 Water filter system 💦 Water purification tablets 💦 Camelbak >7️⃣ 🐟 Fishing kit 🐟 Snares 🐟 Rations (2 days) 🐟 Mess kit 🐟 Seeds 🐟 Local foraging guides (ei: field guides) 🧭 Compass 🧭 Maps 🎙️ Radio 🎙️ Radio batteries 🎙️ 2-way radio 🎙️ 2-way radio batteries 🎙️ Notebook 🎙️ Writing implements 🎙️ Signal mirror ⛑️ Sewing kit

🃏 1 toy per 1️⃣ Durable bag (Deck of cards, gameboy, etc)

Next, you're going to want something to help lug all your gear. I present to you: The Monowalker!

It's not hard to build one out of pallets and a wheelbarrow wheel. Just use two long 1x1s to run from your hands to the wheel in a triangle, screw some spacers along the way back, and put an axle through the point of the v. If someone wants pictures I can get them. I am opening up my asks for this purpose.

[yearzerosurvival]

[rednblacksalamander]

Who's your top pick for Chieftain of the Wastes in '28?

[ryunumber]

Does Prepper from ZombiU (or Zombi) have a Ryu number?

John William Wright a.k.a. the Prepper does not have a Ryu Number.

[goodnight-ensign]

Little prep kit for my purse- since I can't carry a backpack all the time

[weratebeanz]

Hurricane prep = monching all the snacks.

10/10 for responsibility, 5/10 for strategy.

[dailiadelc]

[thenotsolittlemisspeculiar]

What Is Oprah and the Elite Up To?

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[planningforthecollapse]

[pumpsoul-oct123]

Why You Don’t Have to Be a “Doomsday Prepper” to Be Prepared

When people think of prepping, the image that often comes to mind is someone stockpiling canned goods, building bunkers, and preparing for a catastrophic event. This stereotype of the "doomsday prepper" has made many dismiss the idea of preparedness altogether, thinking it’s only for the overly cautious or conspiracy theorists. However, being prepared isn’t about fearing the end of the world; it’s about taking practical steps to ensure you and your family can handle everyday emergencies. Here’s why you don’t have to be a doomsday prepper to be prepared.

1. Everyday Emergencies Are More Common Than Disasters

While large-scale disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes make headlines, everyday emergencies are far more common and can be just as disruptive. Think about the last time you experienced a power outage, a severe storm, or even a car breakdown. These situations can happen to anyone, anywhere, and having a plan in place can make all the difference. Preparedness is about being ready for the things that are most likely to happen, not just the worst-case scenarios.

2. Preparedness Is About Practicality, Not Paranoia

The idea of prepping often gets a bad reputation because it’s associated with extreme scenarios. However, practical preparedness is about taking sensible steps to protect your home and family. This could mean having a first-aid kit readily available, keeping a flashlight and extra batteries in the house, or knowing how to shut off your home’s gas supply in an emergency. These are everyday actions that can prevent minor issues from becoming major problems.

3. Basic Preparedness Is Easy and Affordable

One of the misconceptions about preparedness is that it requires a significant investment of time and money. While some people may choose to invest heavily in supplies and equipment, basic preparedness is something anyone can achieve with minimal effort. Start small by putting together an emergency kit with essential items like water, non-perishable food, medications, and important documents. Over time, you can build on this foundation, but even a small amount of preparation can make a big difference in an emergency.

4. Knowledge Is Power

One of the most important aspects of being prepared is having the knowledge to respond to different situations. This doesn’t mean you need to be an expert in survival skills, but learning basic safety measures can go a long way. For example, knowing how to perform CPR, how to use a fire extinguisher, or how to purify water in an emergency can be invaluable. These are skills that anyone can learn and don’t require a doomsday mindset.

5. Preparedness Is About Peace of Mind

Perhaps the most compelling reason to embrace preparedness is the peace of mind it brings. Life is unpredictable, and while we can’t control everything, we can take steps to mitigate risks. Knowing that you have a plan in place for emergencies can reduce anxiety and help you feel more in control. It’s not about living in fear of what might happen, but about being ready for whatever comes your way.

How to Start Your Preparedness Journey

If you’re new to the idea of preparedness, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Here are a few simple steps to help you begin your journey:

Assess Your Risks: Consider the most likely emergencies you might face based on your location and lifestyle. For example, if you live in an area prone to power outages, focus on preparing for that scenario first.

Build an Emergency Kit: Start with the basics—water, non-perishable food, medications, important documents, and a flashlight. You can expand your kit over time as you identify additional needs.

Create a Family Plan: Talk to your family about what to do in different types of emergencies. Make sure everyone knows where to go, how to communicate, and what to do if they’re separated.

Learn Basic Skills: Take the time to learn a few essential skills like CPR, first aid, and fire safety. These skills are useful in everyday life, not just in emergencies.

Stay Informed: Keep up with news and weather reports so you’re aware of potential threats. Having information early can help you act quickly and effectively.

Conclusion

You don’t have to be a doomsday prepper to be prepared. Preparedness is about practical, everyday actions that can protect you and your loved ones in a variety of situations. By taking a few simple steps, you can gain peace of mind and be ready for whatever life throws your way. Remember, it’s not about fearing the worst—it’s about being ready for the unexpected.

[snailsthatdocrafts]

i am feeling extremely stressed about the state of the US rn, im seeing my loved ones directly effected more and more every day.

In an attempt to center my anxiety and put it to some good use, I want to make written guides for different topics that may help ppl some.

NOTE : Many of the topics are centered around concepts of "independence" from larger systems, but please understand its very important these skills are used in community, not as reasoning to isolate. The goal is not to achieve the stereotypical perfect homestead, but to give less power to large corporations and systems and more to local community, either thru saving money or thru producing closer to home.

Please help me choose which topic you'd like to see first. I want to get to all eventually, but I want to know what people would find helpful. (and if im honest my decision making capabilities are kind of weak bc of the stress rn!! )

ANOTHER NOTE : these are just the topics I feel comfortable writing on. There are other topics that are important for folks in the US rn. my expertise is in these fields, but if you have information on more directly political guides (like how to safely protest, how to contact representatives, etc), please let me know!