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This guide details how to evaluate canned ham for long-term food storage, drawing on expert insights from Alaska Prepper. It covers inspecting cans for safety, understanding expiration dates per USDA guidelines, comparing brands like DAK and Iberia, and preparing the ham for consumption. The emphasis is on maintaining food quality and safety through proper storage and inspection, even with products significantly past their 'best by' date.

John 'Shrek' McPhee, a retired U.S. Army Special Operations Sergeant Major, details the essential components of his 'go bag' for emergency preparedness, particularly for scenarios like civil unrest or highway blockages. His selection emphasizes pragmatic, real-world application, including a Mystery Ranch backpack for accessibility, a gas mask for immediate protection, non-lethal deterrents like Enola Gaye smoke grenades and Counter Assault bear spray, and Tactical Gear restraints for securing individuals. McPhee stresses the importance of quality gear and preparedness for increasingly common situations.

This video offers a comprehensive tour of John 'Shrek' McPhee's Mercedes Revel van, showcasing its transformation into a mobile tactical training platform. McPhee, a former Tier 1 operator and professional firearms instructor, details the van's practical features, from its power systems and sleeping arrangements to its extensive storage for range gear and emergency supplies. The tour highlights the van's suitability for off-grid living and mobile operations, emphasizing preparedness and functionality.

This guide, presented by former CIA Officer Jason Hanson, details how to assemble a 'blackout bag' for power outages. It emphasizes including essential lighting and communication tools such as multiple flashlights (SPYTAC X-6), a reliable lantern, a multi-powered emergency radio (Solar Crank TY9900), and glow sticks. The bag itself should be durable, with a 3V Gear sling bag recommended.

This guide details the setup and operation of the Firedance oil lamp stove for emergency indoor heating, as demonstrated by Alaska Prepper. It covers fueling, lighting, safety precautions, and monitoring room temperature during extreme cold. The expert emphasizes its effectiveness for maintaining a livable temperature in a single room during power outages or winter storms.

This video showcases the everyday carry (EDC) and vehicle loadout of Angel Cortez, a former Army Ranger. He emphasizes immediate access to critical items like a CAT tourniquet and a Winkler fixed-blade knife. The loadout includes a comprehensive medical kit, substantial extra ammunition, and survival essentials like water and high-calorie food, all organized with a focus on rapid deployment and self-sufficiency.

This guide details a budget-friendly method for long-term food preservation using dry canning techniques, as demonstrated by Alaska Prepper. It emphasizes using readily available items like pasta, glass jars, and oxygen absorbers to create shelf-stable food supplies without specialized equipment. The approach focuses on practical nutritional value and cost-effectiveness for beginning preppers or those on a budget.

This guide details the process of pressure canning meats for long-term storage, as demonstrated by Alaska Prepper. It covers meat preparation, jar packing using the cold pack method, ensuring a proper seal, operating a T-Fal 22qt pressure canner at 15 PSI for 90 minutes, and testing the shelf-life of canned goods. The expert emphasizes sanitation and safety protocols for successful food preservation.

Alaska Prepper provides an expert comparison between Great Value Luncheon Meat and SPAM, focusing on cost-effectiveness for prepper pantries. The analysis covers nutritional content, ingredient lists, preparation, and taste, concluding that the Walmart brand offers a comparable or superior product at a significantly lower price point, making it a strategic choice for long-term food security. The speaker emphasizes practical readiness and value for survival prepping.

This video from Alaska Prepper warns viewers about the increasing inclusion of crickets in common food products by major corporations. The speaker, exhibiting high authority within the prepping community, analyzes ingredient labels and discusses potential globalist agendas behind this trend, urging viewers to practice self-reliance and scrutinize food sources.