Most people are preparing for a zombie apocalypse where they imagine themselves on the road running from Zombies and remnants of the human population cannibalizing each other. There is a much higher likelihood you are preparing for a natural disaster where water, power and gas is off and you are sheltering in place at your home. This guide is intended to prepare you to shelter in place on or near your property.
That said… If you want to build a zombie apocalypse rig, you have come to the right place. Just schedule a consultation and we will help you configure and build your dream rig that also includes everything outlined in this guide.
Water Storage and Purification (1 gallon per person per day)
Lifesaver 5 Gallon Water Purifying Jerry Can: This can holds almost 5 gallons of water indefinitely. When ready for use, you pressurize it with the hand pump and it filters the water down to 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and cysts.
Non-Perishable Food (just add water and heat)
My Patriot Supply for those without dietary limitations
Patriot Pantry Mega Protein Kit w/ Real Meat Emergency Food Supply 72 Servings
Patriot Pantry 4-Week Emergency Food Supply - 284 Servings - 30 Days
NuManna – Gluten Free Bucket, 126 Meals, Emergency Survival Food Storage Kit, Separate Rations, 25 Plus Year Shelf Life
READYWISE - Gluten Free Bucket, 84 Servings, Freeze Dried Survival Food, Individually Packaged, 25 Year Shelf Life
Cooking Supplies:
Next Jump Ultimate Camp Kitchen Box - Pre-Built
Plano Large Sportsman Trunk Black 37.2”L x 18"W x 14"H
Box Dividers
GSI Outdoor Javapress 30 OZ Graphite
GSI Outdoor Bugaboo Camper Cooking Set
GSI Outdoor Halulite Tea Kettle 1 QT
GSI Outdoor Pinnacle Pro 2 Burner Stove
OXO Good Grips Utility Cutting Board
EVO Sustainable Goods 10" Plate, Set of Four, Dark Brown
Prepworks Collapsible Over-The-Sink Dish Drainer
Prepworks Collapsible Portable Wash Basin Dishpan
Four - 12 oz Coffee with Flex Sip™ Lid
Plano Shallow Dry Storage Box 15"L x 8"W x 6.25"H
Electroprod Electric BBQ Lighter
GSI Outdoor Santoku 6" Chef Knife
OXO 12-in Tongs with Silicone Heads
OXO 4-Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set
OXO 4-Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Spoons Set
OXO Etched Coarse Grater
OXO Good Grips Garlic Press
OXO Medium Silicone Spatula
OXO Prep Y-Peeler
OXO Silicone Everyday Turner
OXO Silicone Slotted Spoon
OXO Silicone Spoon
OXO Soft-Handled Can Opener
Four Magware - Magnetic Flatware Single Sets
Multiple 5-Gallon Propane Tanks
Lighting and Power:
This section is a challenge because modern lighting and power require fuel, and mass fuel storage for most people isn’t really practical. If you have a gas generator and can store fuel, make sure to store fuel that is ethanol FREE otherwise it turns to syrup in a few short months, becomes unusable and clogs your generators carburetor. The best mass fuel storage is propane, and will require a propane generator and a lot more fuel than can be stored in 5 gallon containers.
Solar power & storage is the best way to go if your natural disaster takes place while it’s sunny outside so we will cover some options there to ensure you can charge flashlights and lanterns. In the end, we will recommend some old fashion lighting solutions that can be stored forever, and don’t require electricity.
BLUETTI AC200P Portable Power Station | 2,000W 2,000Wh
Portable Solor Panel: BLUETTI PV420 Solar Panel | 420W
Vehicle or Roof-Top Tent Mounted Solar Panel: XANTREX - Solar Max Flex Panel
ML6 Connect Warm Light Lantern
MH8 Black Headlamp and Powercase
Solar-powered hand-crank radio & flashlight
Dietz #90 D-Lite Oil Burning Lantern Black and Gold
Warmth and Shelter:
Pro Tip: having a tent to pitch inside your home will keep you and the family warmer at night than sleeping in your bedrooms without heat. The heater we have selected is the gold standard for camp heaters and is rated safe for indoor use.
Kelty Galactic 30 Sleeping Bags
5 Gallon Propane Tank Adapter for Heater
Health and Hygiene:
Backup supply of Prescription Medications
Backup supply of Basic over-the-counter drugs (Advil, Tylenol, Robitussin)
Backup supply of Sanitation supplies (toilet paper, feminine hygiene products, toothpaste, Paper towels, Body and Dish Soap).
Backup supply of Hand sanitizer and tons of wet wipes
Backup supply of trash bags and cleaning supplies
Washable Micro Fiber Towels for cleaning
Safety and Tools:
Duct tape and plastic sheeting (for makeshift repairs)
Whistle and signal mirror for emergency signaling
Miscellaneous:
Shelter in place works much better if you can cooperate with your neighbors. Especially if things get a little crazy. Forming a village allows you to sleep while others stand watch so you will do the same for them. So, cash is good to have, but people will want to trade that dollar for dollar. A bottle of whiskey will hold sentimental and emotional value that will be valued much higher than its dollar value. You can use a bottle of whiskey to trade for someone’s time to build you a shelter if necessary, or something bigger than a simple transaction.
Why Bulleit Rye instead of some cheap swill? Cuz you are going to want to dig into your stash too!! So make sure you stock something that you are willing to part with in a trade, but something you wouldn’t mind sipping while waiting for the local Total Wine and More to re-open!
Extra cash (One Thousand $1).
Bulleit Rye 750 ml for barter and trade for services
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