The First $1000 a New Prepper Should Spend

This video covers the first $1000 that new preppers should spend. The items mentioned in this video will help you get ready for many disaster situations.

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[roadsidecamper]

I see people emphasize food but just as important are storage bins or 5g buckets to put them in. I lost about 2 months worth of oatmeal and 3 gallons of water because one mouse. It actually chewed through the plastics.

[efzapp]

For washing dishes, pots and pans, etc. use white vinegar. Just put it in a spray bottle & wipe. It will cut through grease and clean your kitchen things. No need to rinse because it is edible. Once it dries it will not be noticeable when you use them next time. No water necessary. That's what I use when camping.

[six]

May I humbly suggest 2 items for this list. They were instrumental in my time living outdoors (not by choice).
Baby wipes.
Hand warmers.

The baby wipes are AMAZING if showers/water is an issue.

And Hand warmers and a sleeping bag got me thru a winter in a tent, they were quite literally life saving. I used 2 at a time, and changed them out once a night, depending on how cold it was.

Thank you for the video and ideas in the comments. Hope these suggestions may help someone. Everyone be well, tough times ahead.

[stephenboggs]

Solar yard lights are easy to use during a power outage. They look great in a walkway and are easy to bring inside during power outages

[AnimalLover]

I know it seems odd but books are part of my prep... I have books on everything from Bushcraft to foraging and basic healthcare options. If you don't know something books are a good option if the power is out

[PlainJane]

Reuse your empty glass jars to store dry food. They are free and will keep rodents and bugs out.

[willyjimmy]

Best thing a prepper can do is pay attention. Situational awareness is the most valuable asset you can have regardless of whatever event you're prepping for.

[robertfoster]

I'm a British guy and have focused on channels off this material from England.. but this man has very gd knowledge..I like his style and his info is spot on! Carry on the gd work m8!

[electroclassics]

TIP- keep large empty laundry containers… don’t wash off the soap.. fill it. Then you have water and soap to wash things around.

[lusnorthernhome]

Canned soups are good you can add pastas, rice, veggies to them to stretch them.

[ES-]

After prepping for many years, I just learned something new. The patriot nurse said to freeze any beans that you’re buying for 72 hours. This is because of bugs inside the beans. I had never heard that before. I’ve taught myself how to grow food, save seeds, make soap, can and make jam. I’ve enjoyed the journey of learning.

[TinyGoHomes]

I don’t know a single person personally that is more prepared than me. I think I’ve got 60k into prep items in 4 years. That includes my tiny home trailer, my hummer, my enduro bike and my Honda car. Each was purchased with preparation in mind. The hummer pulls my tiny home, the bike fits on the back of the tiny home and the car allows me to work from no where’s ville. My plan is to finish mine and then build more for other people. Tiny home life has changed me forever. I’m officially in my second year full timing tiny home life.

[guyward]

I have been prepping for years now I just thought I would listen to this. I am impressed. You explained everything very well and you didn’t try to scare people like I see others doing. Thank you for that. I will probably check out some more of your videos.

[WyattEntertainments]

after going through a major hurricane last fall the butane stove was a life saver when there was no power for days really glad we had it

[deltacompany]

I always always always suggest that people have at least 1 to 2 air rifles in their prepper stash. They are so overlooked it's insane. These air rifles today, are for the most part way less expensive than real firearms. Ammo is less expensive and quantity-to-price is better. They're quieter. Many calibers to choose from. And they're great to teach the young ones how to hunt

[butchie]

Good vid. A few notes. The rechargeable radio should move up the list. In grid down it may be your sole source of information. For regular rain water retention, regular trash cans with lids will work. Get a pump to refill smaller containers. Guns? Anybody thinking about preparing is already armed. By more ammo. Finally, antibiotics. The government has recently made obtaining fish antibiotics much harder.
One other thing all preppers need: the ability to keep your piehole shut.People who know what you have will expect you to share. Or else.
The manufactured rocket stove allows you to cook in a fireplace with virtually no smoke. I went with the silver fire, but the one discussed here is just as good. Make sure you have a large pot with a lid that fits on it.

Finally, to reiterate, if people know directly or indirectly that you have food, they will come for it. Tell no one.

[fredw]

My #1
Hard copy books. Under $20 Knowledge and entertainment in grid down scenarios. Encyclopedia of Country Living covers a lot. Foraging books with pictures. First aid books. Anything that can be multi generational and home schooling assistance.

[peterjones]

20 lb LP cylinder. LP Buddy Heater. LP camp stove on a 20lb cylinder. You can cook your food for well over a month. You can heat a blocked-off room in your house and not freeze to death for over a week. When many people throw out their barbecue grills they leave the lp tank with it collect five or six of those and you'll save yourself a huge core charge

[alanseran]

Don't forget the T.P!...garbage bags, batteries, bic lighters, pet food & candy/snacks for the kiddos and oh yea..meds and/or feminine products, hand sanitizer