Preparation Guides

[Readymom]

ReadyMom's Prep Guide-From 'Pandemic Influenza, A Preparation Guide', brochure (available upon request ... just pm Admin. for a copy)

1. FOOD: "Stock what you eat - Eat what you stock". Consider food allergies and dislikes. Stock MINIMUM of 2 weeks of canned goods, rice, beans & other non-perishable food items. Add a few extra items on each shopping trip. Look for specials & bulk dry goods. Remember infant/toddler needs. (A thought to consider: A Pandemic can come in multiple waves (2-3) & disruption of stocking store shelves may last much longer. For that reason, you may want to consider stocking 6-12 weeks.) Don't forget items like a manual hand-mixer & manual can opener.

2. WATER: Store at LEAST 1 gallon, preferably 3 gallons, per person per day. One gallon would be for consumption (NOTE: You can die in 3 days without water to drink!) - the other two (2) would be for personal hygiene (washing up, brushing teeth) cooking and cleaning (dishes, laundry, etc.). Don't forget your pets. Start to save gallon milk jugs & 2-3 liter soda bottles for future water storage, in case of possible loss of water supply. Alternate water sources may include creeks, streams, lakes, and collected rainwater. Water Purification will be necessary for this water and possibly public water supply. Be prepared with un-scented household bleach or an alternate water purification method. (Consider
filters such a Miox & Black Berkey for large quantities of water purification vs the Brita type/size filters for daily use. These Miox/Berkey type filters also have the ability to remove larger amounts - about 99% of impurities like bacteria & virus).

3. ELECTRIC: Essential services such as gas & electric may be disrupted. Stock: flashlights, batteries, lanterns, candles (with appropriate enclosed holders), matches, battery-powered radio, land-line telephone (cordless require electricity!). Prepare alternate cooking sources such as gas grills & camp stoves (propane), charcoal grills (charcoal & starter). Consider getting a generator and appropriate fuel. Alternate fuel sources should be properly stored in approved containers in safe locations!

4. HEAT: Fuel supplies may be disrupted for fuel oil or propane delivery and natural gas line service. Store heavy blankets, sleeping bags and wood for fireplaces. An alternate 'buddy' heater can be used if there is electric but no gas service.

5. SANITATION: Trash removal may be disrupted due to illness. Store plenty of LARGE trash bags to last several weeks. Crush cans for optimum room. Disruption of water may affect toilet flushing. Store 5 gallon bucket with lid, plenty of plastic bag liners for temporary 'pottie'. (You may want to opt for storage of a spare toilet seat or temporarily remove existing one for comfort (wink) Have a bag of Garden Lime Powder on hand to add to used plastic bags to aid in decomposition.

6. MEDICATIONS & FIRST AID: If possible, obtain a 1-3 month supply of necessary prescriptions and over-the-counter medications (allergy, pain relief, cough & cold, etc..) for all family members. Prepare a first aid kit. Prepare for any elderly or disabled members of your household. Make sure you have extra meds, batteries & supplies on hand (oxygen, inhalers/nebulizers, wheelchairs, etc.)

7. PERSONAL SAFETY ITEMS: Approved N95 masks (protection from airborne virus) and plastic gloves, hand sanitizer and disinfecting cleaners, such as bleach and OTC products should be considered.

8. PERSONAL DOCUMENTS & RECORDS: Make copies of Certificates of Birth, Wedding, & Citizenship; Driver's License, Passport, misc... ID documents, deeds, Automobile titles, etc... Include medical records, a list of all relatives with names, addresses and phone numbers for emergency contact. Store in a waterproof package. (i.e.; large zip lock bag)

[Readymom]

ReadyMom's Weekly Guide: Basics in 6 Weeks

Week One (1):
Goal: To start water supply & basic food goods
WATER:

• 1 Begin to purchase store bought gallons of water (Figure 1-2 gallons per day per person for drinking & cooking. Figure 5 gallons per day to include personal hygiene (teeth,washing/bathing,washing dishes,etc.)
  2 Start Saving empty gallon milk jugs and 2 & 3 Liter soda bottles to fill with water (rinse well, save caps!)
  • 2a. When filled, do not let milk jugs sit for long periods of time on concrete, it has a tendency to deteriorate the plastic. Put something under the jugs
    2b. Be sure to fill your containers ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP, no matter what the container. ..air pockets will spoil your water sooner.
  
  3 Get bottle of bleach for water purification
  • ** How to use bleach for water purification:
    * Chlorine Bleach: When boiling is not practical, chemical disinfection should be used. Common household bleach contains a chlorine compound that will disinfect water. The procedure to be followed is usually written on the label. When the necessary procedure is not given, find the percentage of available chlorine on the label and use the information in the following tabulation as a guide.
    
    Available Chlorine Drops per Quart of Clear Water
    1% Chlorine per 10 quarts of water
    
    4-6% Chlorine per 2 quarts of water
    
    7-10% Chlorine per 1 quart of water
    
    (If strength is unknown, add ten drops per quart of water. Double amount of chlorine for cloudy or colored water or water that is extremely cold.)
    
    The treated water should be mixed thoroughly and allowed to stand, preferably covered, for 30 minutes. The water should have a slight chlorine odor; if not, repeat the dosage and allow the water to stand for an additional 15 minutes. If the treated water has too strong a chlorine taste, it can be made more pleasing by allowing the water to stand exposed to the air for a few hours or by pouring it from one clean container to another several times.

FOOD:

• 1 Rice-bagged,dried rice.
  2 Sugar (bag)
  3 Bisquick (for rolls,pancakes,bread, etc.)--if you bake add flour,baking soda,yeast to this list
  4 Salt
  5 Canned soups- these can be mixed with the rice to extend meal
  6 Powdered milk
  7 Pasta (spaghetti,noodles,etc.)
  8 Sauce for Pasta-can/jar
  9 Peanut butter & Jelly
  10 Crackers

Lights:

• 1 Flashlights/lanterns & batteries
  2 Candles w/ safe holder -- that encloses WHOLE candle
  3 Matches/lighters

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Week Two (2):
Goal: Continue water supply & basic food supply--start to stock canned goods
WATER:

• 1 Continue to purchase store bought gallons of water
  2 Continue to save empty gallon milk jugs and 2 & 3 Liter soda bottles to fill with water

FOOD:

• 1 *Rice-bagged, dried rice.
  2 *Sugar (bag)
  3 *Bisquick (for rolls,pancakes,bread, etc.)--if you bake add flour,baking soda,yeast to this list
  4 *Salt
  5 *Canned soups- these can be mixed with the rice to extend meal
  6 *Powdered milk
  7 *Canned vegetables
  8 *Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)
  9 *Beans-bagged,dried beans

10*Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)
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Week Three (3):
Goal: Continue water,basic foods & canned goods (*) above as you can afford AND add personal care items OR Just work on adding the personal care items, this week

WATER:

• 1 Continue to purchase store bought gallons of water
  2 Continue to save empty gallon milk jugs and 2 & 3 Liter soda bottles to fill with water

FOOD:

• 1* Rice-bagged, dried rice.
  2 *Sugar (bag)
  3 *Bisquick (for rolls,pancakes,bread, etc.)--if you bake add flour,baking soda,yeast to this list
  4 *Salt
  5 *Canned soups- these can be mixed with the rice to extend meal
  6 *Powdered milk
  7 *Canned vegetables
  8 *Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)
  9 *Beans-bagged,dried beans
  10 *Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)

Personal Care:

• 1 Toothpaste & Toothbrushes
  2 Soap
  3 Toilet Paper
  4 Shampoo
  5 Wet wipes (water may be in short supply - use for washing hands,quick 'sponge baths', etc.
  6 Personal Items (feminine, etc.)

Note: We are now half-way through a six-week plan. You should have basic water,basic foods,personal care items & a source of light

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Week Four (4):
Goal: Continue water,basic foods & canned goods (*) above as you can afford AND add Household items OR Just work on adding the Household items, this week
WATER:

• 1Continue to purchase store bought gallons of water
  2Continue to save empty gallon milk jugs and 2 & 3 Liter soda bottles to fill with water

FOOD:

• 1* Rice-bagged, dried rice.
  2* Sugar (bag)
  3* Bisquick (for rolls,pancakes,bread, etc.)--if you bake add flour,baking soda,yeast to this list
  4* Salt
  5* Canned soups- these can be mixed with the rice to extend meal
  6* Powdered milk
  7* Canned vegetables
  8* Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)

9*Beans-bagged,dried beans
10*Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)
Household Items:

• 1 Laundry Detergent
  2 Bathroom/Toilet Cleaners
  3 All Purpose Liquid Cleaner (Pine cleaner, etc.)
  4 Anti-bacterial surface cleaner (remember water may be in short supply)
  5 Paper Plates,cups,plastic ware
  6 Paper Towels,napkins

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Week Five (5):
Goal: Continue water,basic foods & canned goods (*) above as you can afford AND add Additional Food Items
WATER:

• 1 Continue to purchase store bought gallons of water
  2 Continue to save empty gallon milk jugs and 2 & 3 Liter soda bottles to fill with water

FOOD:

• 1 *Rice-bagged, dried rice.
  2 *Sugar (bag)
  3 *Bisquick (for rolls,pancakes,bread, etc.)--if you bake add flour,baking soda,yeast to this list
  4 *Salt
  5 *Canned soups- these can be mixed with the rice to extend meal
  6 *Powdered milk
  7 *Canned vegetables
  8 *Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)
  9 *Beans-bagged,dried beans
  10 *Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)

Additional Food Items:

• 1 Pancake Mix
  2 Syrup
  3 Cereal/Oatmeal
  4 Instant Potatoes
  5 Apple Sauce
  6 Juices

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Week Six (6):
Goal: Continue water,basic foods & canned goods (*) above as you can afford AND add Additional Misc. Items
WATER:

• 1 Continue to purchase store bought gallons of water
  2 Continue to save empty gallon milk jugs and 2 & 3 Liter soda bottles to fill with water

FOOD:

• 1 *Rice-bagged, dried rice.
  2 *Sugar (bag)
  3 *Bisquick (for rolls,pancakes,bread, etc.)--if you bake add flour,baking soda,yeast to this list
  4 *Salt
  5 *Canned soups- these can be mixed with the rice to extend meal
  6 *Powdered milk
  7 *Canned vegetables
  8 *Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)
  9 *Beans-bagged,dried beans
  10 *Canned pasta w/meat & meats(like spaghettios,tuna,chicken, etc.)

Additional Misc. Items:

• 1 Spices/sauces: to help basic foods
  2 Propane for grill
  3 Plastic Trash Bags
  4 Pet foods
  5 Batteries: A,AA,C,D,Lantern style (for radios,flashlights/lanterns, etc.)

6First Aide: Basic items-bandaids,antibiotic ointment,tape,pain relief,cough/cold

Note: Note: At the end of a six-week plan, you should have basic water,basic foods(Breakfast,Lunch & Dinner),personal care items ,basic household items & paper goods,a source of light,alternate cooking source,basic first aide,pet care & trash disposal. Continue with basic foods/water,adding additional items,as you can afford.

[Readymom]

Monthly Food Storage Purchasing Calendar

LDS Preparedness Manual
https://thesurvivalmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/LDS-Preparedness-Manual.pdf

Pages 28-31

Compiled by Andrea Chapman

If you are just starting out, this calendar can be used any year. Just start with the current month’s items.

We have tried to keep the costs down to between $25 and $35 per week. This might seem rather costly, but if you want to build a good food storage in only one year, it will cost you more each week than if you spread out acquiring it over several years. Be certain to buy only items your family will use, and rotate and use the items in your storage throughout the year. Milk is an expensive item and prices keep soaring, so you might need to invest in a bit higher food storage bill to buy it right now.

* The items in the first few months are basic essentials and are the most important to purchase and store.

It is vital to get WATER - STORAGE . If you don’t have water, you will not be able to use many of the foods you have that aredehydrated or require water to cook. Many times in natural disasters, the electricity goes down and you will not be able to access your water. Sometimes the water is contaminated from fl ooding and cross-contam-ination from sewage. You will need water, at very least, you will need 3 days worth. ---CONTINUED at LINK---

EXAMPLE:

January

Week #1
1 case canned fruit
2 #10 cans instant potatoes

Week #2
3 #10 cans dry milk

Week #3
3 #10 cans dry milk

Week #4
9 pounds yeast

Week #5
Anything you have missed from above

[JayJay]

This is an awesome and easyily obtained basic list because you can adjust to your financial resources(buy a few or buy a lot)---I sent to a few--hope they consider the list and start stocking.

Would have been nice to have had this 3 years ago--but I got there and am past the starting stage.

[Readymom]

How to Prepare in 26 Weeks-Guide
http://queenbeecoupons.com/wp-content/upload/2011/03/Emergency-Prep-26-weeks.pdf

This calendar is intended as a tool to help you take appropriate preparedness actions and create a 3-7 day disaster supply kit for your household before the next emergency happens. Using the calendar, your family can assemble an emergency kit in small steps over a six month period. Check off each of the items you collect or the actions you take during the week. Supplies may be stored all together in a large plastic garbage can with wheels, putting the heavy items at the bottom. Remember to rotate your perishable supplies and change water every six months. ... Chart can be found at link, above.

Example:

Week 1

GROCERY Store

• 1 gallon water*
• 1 large can juice*
• 1 can meat*
• 1 hand-operated can opener
• Permanent marking pen

Additional:

• pet food, diapers,baby food.

Action Steps:

• Date perishable items with marker
• Decide upon & notify out-of-area contact who can coordinate information for scattered family members

[Readymom]

How To Buy and Store 260 Pounds of Food for just $83
https://www.askaprepper.com/buy-store-260-pounds-food-just-83/

We bought a lot of food and brought it home. Then I needed to figure out what to do with it all.

The dry foods are the easiest to figure out, if you have a lot of canning jars or other good airtight containers that mice or bugs cannot get into. I have been planning on canning, but that is still a bit intimidating for some reason. Still, I am good at buying canning jars. Bi-Mart keeps them in stock year round now, so I try to pick up a box full of one size or another every week or couple of weeks, especially when they are on sale. The average price is $8.99; sometimes less and sometimes more.

I am partial to the quart jars because I like to use them for my cookie mixes, but have been buying other sizes too. If I do want to use all of these jars for canning, I’ll just dump out the popcorn and rice and put them into something else. Even big Rubbermaid totes will do fine, if you have the room for those.
The food on this table (not counting the containers) was only $82.83. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

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VALLEY Food Storage

Free Survival Guide
https://valleyfoodstorage.com/pages/survival-guide

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