SummitCast #20 You don't have to be a "prepper" to be prepared

Supply chain disruptions are putting preparedness back in the news. It makes sense to be prepared for shortages of essentials as well as for floods, winter storms and other emergencies that happen from time to time.

It's not about being a "prepper." We have car insurance to prepare for an event that we hope won't happen. We have life insurance for the same reason. It's just taking practical steps to prepare for possible eventualities.

Here are a few suggestions for resources that might help you get started:

** Water **
55-gallon water barrel: https://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Water-B...
Pump for water barrel: https://www.amazon.com/Emergency-Disa...
Bathtub emergency water storage: https://www.amazon.com/WaterBOB-Emerg...

** Food **
When you go to the supermarket, buy extra of the non-perishable food you use regularly
Food for long-term storage:
The Cadillac: https://mountainhouse.com/collections...
(Look for occasional Mountain House sales at costco.com)
https://mypatriotsupply.com/collectio...
NuManna specializes in organic: https://numanna.com/

** Light and power **
Glow sticks: https://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Bright-G...
Fenix rechargeable lantern: https://www.amazon.com/Fenix-Recharge...
Alpenglow rechargeable lantern: https://www.amazon.com/BioLite-Alpeng...
Jackery 500 solar-powered generator: https://www.amazon.com/Jackery-Genera...

** Heat **
Cabela's -20 sleeping bag: https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/cabel...
Lightweight down sleeping bags: https://www.moosejaw.com/search/down-...
https://www.backcountry.com/sleeping
Mr. Heater Buddy propane heater: https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/mr-he...

** Planning **
Resources for many different scenarios: https://www.ready.gov/
A useful guide for keeping safe through civil unrest: https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Danger-...

NOTE: There are a lot of products available in these categories. These are just a few ideas based on our own experience. We don't receive any commission for things you may purchase using these links.

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