[Homesteadingfamily] Re: a good list of what to think about to store...

I'd also like to suggest, Jenn, while out this weekend, look for a 3-4"
binder and hole punch, dividers and maybe some sleeve protectors. In
this binder, make sections for recipes using storage foods (I'll give
you lots of those from simple sauces to meals in a jar!), important
information, medicinal advice, herb usage, plans and ideas, lists of
what you have versus what you still need...things like that. Anything
you consider important. This will keep this organized for you. I have
two of them FULL.The computer won't always be available, so you'll need
this where you can reference it.
Also, with the sheet protectors, you will want to make copies of your
drivers licenses, marriage certificate, birth certificates, ss cards,
deed for your property or mortgage papers and stuff like that. This
needs to be put away, but where you can get to it if you need to bug out
for some time. If electronic systems go, those records may not be
recovered for along time, if ever, so you'll need the printed copies.
Consider buying some PVC piping with end caps that can be sealed on and
bury those with important papers sealed in Ziploc bags...if you own your
property. They do not have to be very deep, just remember where you bury
them. I call them "time capsules"...cause at some "time" I am gonna need
them! LOLOL
I'd like to hear back next week what all you get accomplished...and
don't be too hard on yourself if it does not happen as fast as you
like..it WILL happen if you keep trudging along....I promise! [;;)]
~deb

--- In Homesteadingfamily@yahoogroups.com, Jennifer Llane
<jenniferllane@...> wrote:
>
> Oh, this is great. Boy, you are seriously helping me. Thank you so
much! For
> once I don't have to do all the thinking. lol
>
> Some of these household items are easy to get. Especially at the
dollar store.
>
> The water. Glad you added it! I meant to ask about that. You are the
best! You
> did all the thinking for me!!
> Thank you so much!
> Jen
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Deb debsbread@...
> To: Homesteadingfamily@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Fri, November 12, 2010 3:09:05 PM
> Subject: [Homesteadingfamily] a good list of what to think about to
store...
>
>
> Jennifer:
> This is a pretty comprehensive list of things to think about for
storage for
> long term power outages, inclement weather, etc. You can adjust it to
your own
> situation and funds....hope it helps you!
> ~deb
>
> HOUSEHOLD ITEMS:
> Assorted plastic trash bags (various sizes)
> Toilet paper & facial tissue
> Manual can openers (two or more)
> Laundry aids (liquid detergent, clorox)
> Dish detergent (germicidal)
> Assorted batteries (various sizes)
> Flashlights (extra bulbs)
> Paper towels, plates, cups
> Assorted plastic utensils (knives, forks, spoons)
> Matches (stick,book,waterproof) butane lighters, butane
> Candles (long burning and dripless), oil lamps, smokeless oils
> Heavy Duty aluminum foil
> Clothespins and line
> 5 gal pails (multipurpose)
> Percolator for coffee and hot beverages (stainless steel preferred)
>
> FOOD ITEMS:
> Flour (unbleached, plain)
> Cornmeal
> Dried eggs
> Sugar (white granulated for barter as well as use, brown, stevia,
> agave nectar, honey)
> Salt (preferably mineral or sea salt)
> Pepper and assorted spices
> Cooking oils and shortening
> Soups (dried and canned)
> Whole grains variety & hand mill
> Dried beans (variety)
> Noodles, rice (brown and white) and pastas
> Assorted canned fruits & vegetables
> Baking Powder & Baking Soda
> Yeast
> Dried milk, canned evaporated milk
> Pet foods
> Dehydrated potates and other vegetables
> Coffee and teas (bags and in bulk, filters)
> Dried meast (jerky, slim jims)
> Canned beverages, juices
> Assorted canned meats (tuna, corned beef, ham, etc)
>
> MISCELLANEOUS:
> Iodine for thyroid function, if nuclear attack is imminent
> Possibly gasmasks for each member, do research on this
> BBQ grill and extra tanks full
> Cast iron or stainless steel cookware
> Hand tools, variety
> Garden seeds (big variety here!)
> Garden tools, variety of basics
> Fuels (firewood, kerosene, gas, fire starters)
> Extra clothing in various sizes, coats, shoes
> Blankets, pillows, sleeping bags
> Towels, washclothes (lots of washclothes)
> One week supply of underear & socks for each family member, min
>
> MEDICAL & PERSONAL ITEMS:
> Supply of prescription needs
> Extra eye glasses
> Complete medical kit, emergency medical books
> Basic aspirin, couhg & cold, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, etc
> Allergy aids, fever reducer
> Birth control
> Shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste or baking soda, toothbrushes
> Qtips, gauze, bandaids, etc
> Bath soap
> Feminine hygiene items
> Variety of antibiotics, if you can get them
>
> PROTECTION:
> Handgun & ammo
> Shotgun 12 gauge & shells
> Basic cleaning kit for guns
> Scopes, night vision
> Taser
>
> WATER:
> Safe drinking water is THEmost important thing you will store. The
first thing
> emergency management brings into a devastasted area, is water. Since
all living
> things must have water, ample quantities must be stored or located.
Water is
> probably one of the cheapest and easily obtainable items to plan to
store. The
> requirements for storing water are minimal. Here are some guidelines
for storing
> water:
> 1) Store water that you have available and from sources that you now
> use to save on costs. Refill certain clean plastic jugs/bottles,
> if need be.
> 2) Use only food grade plastics or barrels for water storage.
> 3) Do not use food containers which have previously stored mustard,
> pickles, vinegars..these may make the water taste like that.
> 4) Do not store water in metal containers...they will eventually
> rust.
> 5) Do not store water containers around paints or other chemicals
> like fuels. It can absorb the odors and be unfit for
> consumption.
> 6) When crisis is not apparent, use stored water and rotate often.
> Water does NOT go "bad"..but it may go "flat" tasting. If this
> happens, simply agitate the water with the lid off to
> incorporate oxygen back into the water.
> 7) If unsure about your water source for drinking (rivers, creeks,
> streams, etc), use 8 drops of REGULAR CLOROX bleach per gallon,
> stir, wait about 15 minutes, then use/drink. Do NOT use store
> brand bleaches or bleach with aromas/additives for drinking.
> Potable water tablets are available in sporting doos outlets for
> purifing water. Get some and keep on hand for an emergency.
> 8) Purchase a gravity-fed water purifier such as AQUA RAIN, BRITISH
> BERKFIELD, etc with extra filters. Even mud can be poured through
> these for drinkable water in a pinch. But, the more mud or
> sediment in the source, the greater the need to replace filters,
> so keep this in mind.
> 9) Home water heaters, commode tanks, water beds, swimming pools, etc
> all make good sources of water, once purified for drinking.
> 10)Plan for a minimum of 2 quarts per person/per day for drinking
> only. Another 2 quarts per person/per day for hygiene. Store
> 1-50gal barrel per person if you can, with another barrel for
> cooking, washing dishes, clothes, etc. You will need hand pumps
> (2 or more)to retrieve the water from barrels. Open top barrels
> are great for catching rainfall, if there is no radioactive
> fallout in the area.
>
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