15 Items Every Prepper Should Horde for SHTF

Published on August 14, 2019
Duration: 13:49

This guide outlines 15 essential items for preppers to stockpile for SHTF scenarios, covering hygiene, repairs, fire, power, light, sanitation, shelter, health, food, fuel, and cordage. The video emphasizes practical, durable items with long shelf lives and multiple uses, drawing on the expertise of a well-known figure in the prepping community. Key recommendations include bulk toilet paper, quality duct tape, reliable fire starters, long-life batteries, versatile lighting, heavy-duty bags, tarps, quality socks, salt, heirloom seeds, propane, oil lanterns, paracord, and comprehensive medical supplies.

Quick Summary

Stockpile essential items for SHTF scenarios, including hygiene products like toilet paper, repair tools such as quality duct tape, reliable fire starters (lighters, stormproof matches), long-life batteries (Duracell), versatile lighting (flashlights, lanterns, candles), sanitation supplies (bleach), heavy-duty bags, tarps, quality socks, salt, heirloom seeds, propane, paracord, and comprehensive medical kits.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to SHTF Stockpiling
  2. 00:37Item 1: Toilet Paper
  3. 00:58Item 2: Duct Tape
  4. 01:30Item 3: Fire Starters
  5. 02:42Item 4: Batteries
  6. 03:40Item 5: Flashlights
  7. 04:52Item 6: Candles
  8. 05:25Item 7: Bleach
  9. 05:47Item 8: Heavy Duty Bags
  10. 06:53Item 9: Tarps
  11. 07:47Item 10: Socks
  12. 08:31Item 11: Salt
  13. 09:01Item 12: Heirloom Seeds
  14. 09:48Item 13: Propane
  15. 10:16Item 14: Oil Lanterns
  16. 10:50Item 15: Cordage
  17. 11:31Bonus Item 16: Medical Supplies

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most critical hygiene items for a SHTF scenario?

Toilet paper is highlighted as a critical hygiene item with no easy substitute in a grid-down or SHTF scenario. Stockpiling in bulk packs is recommended due to its essential nature and the difficulty of finding alternatives when services fail.

What types of batteries are essential for preppers to stockpile?

Preppers should focus on batteries with a long shelf life, such as Duracell with a 10-year rating. Key sizes to stock include AA, AAA for general use, CR123 for tactical lights, and 2032 coin cells for optics and small devices.

Why is cordage like 550 Paracord important for survival preparedness?

550 Paracord is considered the gold standard for survival cordage due to its high tensile strength (550 lbs) and the versatility provided by its 7-strand core, making it useful for a wide range of tasks from shelter building to repairs.

What are essential items for emergency lighting in a SHTF situation?

Essential lighting includes tactical flashlights (like the Olight Warrior X), headlamps, and lanterns for utility and security. Inexpensive backup options like votive, taper, and tea candles, as well as oil lanterns with ample fuel and wicks, are also crucial.

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