“But prepping is too expensive!” you think to yourself as you listen once more to a friend tell you of the advantages of hardening your family and home against disaster. Well, here are 50 easy preps under $50 that can easily help to improve your disaster resiliency without breaking the bank.
These are great ideas for birthdays, Christmas, or just “gifts to yourself” that advance your personal preparedness.
Disaster Communications
UV-5R
- Frequency Range: 144-148MHz, 420-450MHz. Please kindly know that UV-5R would not transmit without this frequency range.
- 128 Channels 50 CTCSS and 104 CDCSS Dual-Band Display, Dual Freq. Display, Dual-Standby, A/B band independent operation, High/Low TX power selectable: Busy channel lock-out(BCLO)
The ability to both receive and transmit information post-disaster is vital to proper decision making. So, why not improve your post-disaster comms with the addition of a handheld ham radio? While difficult to set up with the manual that comes in the box, there are resources online that can greatly smooth out the process. Be sure to check out the better instructional manual I wrote for users of this radio.
UV-5R Antenna
- Certified Original Nagoya Antenna - with an exclusive manufacturing partnership with BTECH
- New Release - May Require a Rubber spacer (included) and has an extended antenna cover to protect your radio SMA male base from the elements
While the UV5R works alright for receiving transmissions, I’ve found that the stock “rubber duck” antenna does a terrible job of transmitting. Just about every ham out there will tell you that you really need to update the antenna on it to do so. Thankfully, that can be done cheaply.
Health
Tick Shampoo
Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases can truly be a mess to deal with, and post-disaster when food is scarce is no time to end up with a meat allergy. Particularly when you consider that you’re likely to be spending more time outdoors post-disaster. I highly recommend stocking a shampoo that will kill ticks before they can remain attached long enough to transmit disease.
Lice Shampoo
- Nix Ultra All-in-1 Super Lice Shampoo kills head lice and eggs (nits), including hard-to-kill Super Lice
- Cleans hair with no additional shampoo step needed
Lice outbreaks are very common amongst post-disaster populations, and seeing that lice can transmit typhus, it’s important that you have a means to fight them before you end up in a position where medicine is no longer available. Stocking a bottle of lice shampoo is an investment well worth the future piece of mind it could bring.
LifeStraw
- Protects against 99.999999% of bacteria (including E.coli, Salmonella); 99.999% of parasites (including Giardia and Cryptosporidium); 99.999% of microplastics, chlorine, organic chemical matter, silt, sand, and cloudiness; improves taste
- Long-lasting membrane microfilter lasts up to 1,000 gallons (4,000 L) and the activated carbon filter lasts up to 26 gallons (100 L) of water with proper use and maintenance
Water is vital to life, and you never know when you won’t have access to a clean source of it post-disaster. This is one of the most cost-effective means that I know of to ensure that you always can drink clean water. And coming in at around $25 a piece isn’t bad either.
Bug Spray
- DEET mosquito repellent formulated with 25% DEET
- Repels mosquitoes that may carry the Zika, Dengue, or West Nile viruses
One of the best ways to avoid getting some form of mosquito or tick-borne disease is using bug spray. I always keep at least three bottles on hand for the simple reason that I don’t want to run out when I need it.
Tourniquets
- Easy to Use - The RATS (Rapid Application Tourniquet System) Tourniquet is easy to learn and us.
- Simple Design - The design of the tourniquet is very simple, allowing for one handed use in cases where no other assistance is available.
This is another idea I stole from James Walton of the I Am Liberty Show. If you’re going to carry a sidearm on a regular basis, why not carry the means to save somebody’s life during the aftermath as well? These are cheap and easy to carry, so I really don’t see any reason not to.
Aspirin
- Bayer Aspirin is the Recommended Aspirin brand
- Helps to relieve pain due to headache, menstrual pain, minor pain of arthritis, muscle pain, toothaches, pain due to colds and reduces fever.Store at room temperature
I try to always keep some aspirin on hand. Aside from being a pain and fever reducer, aspirin also has blood thinning qualities. It’s the reason that a 911 dispatcher will often ask if you have it nearby if you call with a suspected heart attack. Perchance there’s a clogged artery in your heart, aspirin may help the blood squeeze on through. As a result, I like to keep this on hand for first aid purposes.
First Aid Kit
- Kit Includes: Adhesive fabric and plastic bandages, antibiotic ointments, BZK antiseptic towelettes, burn cream packets, aspirin, ibuprofen, gauze roll and pads, wound closures, cold pack, and other multi-use items for any potential emergency
- Convenient Packaging: Fabric case with clear plastic pockets for organization and easy access to first aid supplies in an emergency
Every vehicle of yours should have one of these in it, and it will most certainly be more convenient for you if every bathroom at your house has one in it as well. You can pick up some comprehensive kits for your daily little medical needs for the price, and they’re well worth the effort to find.
Sucking Chest Wound Pad
- Rescue essentials is pleased to introduce the new hyfin vent chest seal Twin pack from North American Rescue, this product sets the standard for the treatment of penetrating injuries to the chest
- Two separately packaged vented chest seals are offered in one unique package for treatment of both entry/exit or multiple penetrating injuries to the chest
If you carry first aid kit in your EDC, then I would recommend keeping one of these patches in there as well. It’s akin to the tourniquet line of thought. If you’re going to have to use your sidearm, it makes sense to be able to help the aftermath victims of the bad guy as well. Particularly if somebody gets shot in the lungs.
Toilet Paper
- New, Quilted Northern Ultra Plush toilet paper with Sweet Lilac & Vanilla Scented Tube pampers you with a pleasant bathroom experience
- Each Mega roll has 255 sheets for a long-lasting roll
Ahh, the currency of 2020. There’s only one use of this that I can think of, but it’s an important one, nonetheless. Post-disaster hygiene is essential.
Benadryl
- 100-count bottle of Benadryl Ultratabs Antihistamine Allergy Relief Tablets with 25 mg diphenhydramine HCl for powerful allergy & cold relief in 1 pill* *temporarily relieves runny nose & sneezing due to upper respiratory allergies or the common cold
- The small, oval shaped coated tablets with the antihistamine diphenhydramine HCl provides relief for hay fever or other upper respiratory allergy symptoms & cold symptoms like sneezing & runny nose
This is another item that I try to always keep stocked at home. I have a friend with a peanut allergy, and perchance I am out to eat with friends, or have guests at my home and they end up having some type of reaction, I like to have something that can help them out should they need it.
Weapons
Rifle Sling
- Fully Adjustable from 36" to 47"
- Swivels for Standard Swivel Mounts and Loop Connection Clip
Post-disaster environments are dangerous, oftentimes due to the desperation and unpredictability of the people around you. As such, regularly carrying a firearm may become common. If you’ve ever gone hunting without a rifle sling, you can attest to the fact that even a synthetic stock rifle can quickly grow heavy. Future you will thank current you for investing in a rifle sling as a result.
CLP
- All in One Gun Cleaner: Cleans firing residue and other contaminants from the bore, moving parts and exterior of firearms while simultaneously reducing friction and protecting from corrosion
- Reduces metal-to-metal wear by protecting treated surfaces with an advanced boundary film
Your firearms need proper lubrication to ensure that they not only work properly, but in order to protect them from rust as well. Having plenty of CLP readily available is one of the best ways that you can ensure that you don’t end up with a bunch of expensive metal sticks laying around your house post-disaster.
Portable Rifle Cleaning Kit
- Belt Attachment: It has a belt attachment to slip your belt through it.
- Portable: The cleaning kit includes a snap on case that holds all the necessary cleaning tools included to keep your gun in tiptop shape.
This is another overlooked prep. If there’s going to be the chance that you’re going to have to have a rifle with you at all times, and that you’re going to have to use it, it would be nice to be able to protect it from the elements and fix problems out in the field before you make a mountain out of a mole hill.
Gun Safe Dehumidifier
- 【360° Circular】 The cylinder design of the cordless dehumidifier increases the moisture-absorbing area and the 360° circular air inlet makes moisture absorption more efficient.
- 【Renewable】 Physical dehumidification, no reverse osmosis or accumulation of water. When the silica beads in the small dehumidifier change from orange to dark green, just place it on the PTC heating base for about 2H to reuse (automatically shut down to prevent overcharging). NOTE: After 2H, if the dehumidifier stick continues to be placed on the heating base, it will not be renewed all the time. If you want to continue renewing, please pick it up and then put it back on the heating base.
There are several different versions of these available on the market, but they all essentially do the same thing – protect your guns and ammo from rust. Why spend thousands of dollars on guns and ammo if you’re not going to spend $20 to protect them?
Pistol Holsters
- QUICK DRAW & FREE SWITCHING-The belt clip ensures your holster stays still when you draw your gun no matter the situation.Airsoft holster can place on the outside or inside the waistband to wear for the left or right hand draw.
- HOLDS ANY SIZE PISTOL-Concealed carry holster fits Gldck M&P shield ruger LC9 taurus slim line springfield XD series beretta bersa kahr Arms Colt Walther Taurus g3c holster or other subcompact compact pistols and many more pistols.
I try to make sure that I have a holster for every sidearm that I own, even if they’re not ones that I regularly carry. There’s safety in numbers, and post-disaster, you want the people around you to have a safe way to help increase your retreat security. Holsters help them to do that.
Koga
- Structural Nylon
- Virtually unbreakable plastic; can increase average person's ability to defend him or herself
After talking with James Walton, chief voice of the I Am Liberty Show podcast, I’m becoming more of a believer in the virtues of carrying an extendable baton. The legalities of unsheathing one of them seem to be less risky than drawing a firearm. However, extendable batons aren’t always legal depending on where you live. That’s why I like the Koga. It’s discreet, and a great force multiplier.
Sidearm Magazines
I’ve yet to see a sidearm magazine that runs over $50. Considering that and the fact that you can very easily run through numbers of these in a shootout, I think it’s wise to ensure that you have a steady supply of these on hand at all times.
AR-15 Mags
You can easily find synthetic mags right now for around $15 a piece. Current recommendations for a basic load are at 15 magazines. These are something that potentially have great barter value post-collapse as well, and as such you should buy plenty of them now.
Home Hardening
Door Security Bar
- Prevent unwanted forced entry
- Made from durable steel construction
These make a great gift to the young daughter that is finally moving out on her own. These will drastically improve the kick-in resistance of any door, and I personally like them for helping to further brace French doors.
Shatter-Resistant Window Film
- MINIMIZE PROPERTY DAMAGE by absorbing impacts from break-in attempts and holds shattered glass together
- PASSES ANSI Z97.1 CLASS B, CPSC CATEGORY 1 testing requirements.
This stuff is a great way to harden your home. It helps to keep people from breaking through your windows to access the inside of your house. It also blocks about 99% of the sun’s UV rays, making this potentially an idea for older people struggling with a high risk of skin cancers. I’ve heard anecdotal reports that this stuff can stop a .22 as well. Don’t quote me on that – and it probably depends on the thickness of the film that you buy – but those are some of the rumors I’ve heard.
Door Reinforcement Locks
- KEEP YOUR HOME SAFE – Designed to withstand 800 lbs. of force, this U 10827 satin nickel finish door reinforcement lock helps to prevent doors from being kicked in, increasing your home security and keeping you and your family safe!
- EASY INSTALLATION – The included 3” hardened screws make installation a breeze – extra security and peace of mind can be achieved in just minutes!
As a locksmith, I think these things are great. Not only do they help you to childproof your home if you have little ones running around, but they add 800 lbs of resistance against those who may try to kick your door in (the most common means of burglar entry). They look good too.
Food
Gamma Lid
- Gamma Seal Lids: Contains 6 White Gamma Seal lids. Turn any standard utility bucket into an airtight storage container. Great for storing pet food, livestock feed, charcoal, smoke chips and more. Fits 3.5 - 7 gallon buckets.
- Lock In Freshness: Gamma Seal Lids can be used to turn any 3.5 to 7 gallon standard bucket into an airtight pet food storage container; Great for storing cat and dog food, cattle feed, birdseed, charcoal, and more
What five-gallon bucket is complete without one of these on top? These will make accessing your stored food exponentially easier than it would be if you simply relied on the stock five-gallon bucket lid, and they’ll last longer as well.
Five-Gallon Buckets
- Slightly tapered design allows stacking for compact storage
- Fits most Shurhold brushes
What emergency food larder is complete without a couple of five-gallon buckets? A prepping mainstay for decades, these things are worth their weight in gold. And if you farm or homestead, they are truly indispensable for moving feed, water, baby chicks, and tools about. As Joel Salatin says, “Five-gallon buckets move the world.”
Salt
I’m growing more of the opinion that salt is one of the more important preps that you can make. Most commercially available salts contain iodine – a necessary nutrient – and salt gives you the means for off-grid meat preservation. It’s cheap too, so there’s really no reason to have the necessary supply of it that you always need at your home.
Locally Sourced, Raw Honey
- 2 Jars of 3 lbs
- US Grade A Raw Honey Pure Unpasteurized, Unfiltered Harvested By Healthy Bees From Eco Friendly Diverse Regions
I’m a firm believer in the benefits of raw honey. Once you heat honey up, you end up killing all the little bad guy fighting things inside. Eating it raw is the best way to ensure that you are getting the good guys. Considering that honey lasts forever, also has first aid uses, tastes great, and can help fight allergies, I think this one is a no-brainer.
Mason Jars
- VERSATILE - This is the best regular mouth mason jar for fermenting or canning pickles, tomatoes, sauerkraut, salmon, kidney beans, and pumpkin in the comfort of your home. Save money and live healthy by knowing what is in your food! Great as candle jars, wedding party favors or rustic farm decor.
- QUALITY CRAFTED GLASS - Long lasting with upgraded soda-lime glass that is both food grade and lead-free. Each glass jar is textured in smooth hobnail fashion. Easy to grip but also brilliantly clear to show off the vibrant colors of the contents inside.
Even if you don’t know how to can your own produce, I still think that Mason jars are a great investment. If you follow through the ideas in the book Meals in a Jar, I think you’ll agree that they can be a great way to create convenient, long-storing meals that only require water to eat.
Vitamins
- 300 count bottle of Centrum Adult Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplement with Antioxidants such as Vitamins C and E, and Zinc, Vitamin D3 and B Vitamins
- Vitamins for women and men with iron, antioxidants and B Vitamins for energy, metabolism and immunity support (1)
One of the biggest problems with post-disaster populations is malnutrition. Keeping an extra bottle or two of multi-vitamins on hand can help to ensure that your family is getting all of the nutrients they need even if they are eating a diet that consists primarily of rice and beans.
Can Opener
- Manual Can Opener: This handheld opener has a locking mechanism that reduces strain on hands
- Smooth Edge Can Opener: Stainless steel teeth easily puncture the can and ensure a consistent cut
And I don’t mean P38s either (though I don’t think they’re bad). When I say can opener, I mean an actual can opener that you would routinely use in the kitchen. Keeping one with your stored food (and potentially in your vehicles) may not be a bad idea as well.
Rice
- GREAT TASTING: Long and fluffy grain, naturally aromatic and aged over 12 months for the perfect non-sticky texture and a delicate, sweet flavor.
- EASY TO COOK: Rice is ready in about 15-20 minutes and is great for curries, pilafs, stir-fries, or as a side on it’s own.
You can buy a LOT of rice for $50. Rice is one of those things that stores well, has a pretty good level of nutrition to it, and is cheap. It’s been a staple of prepping for forever, and with good reason.
Miniature Fruit Trees
- Product Type:apple seeds, Style:Annual
- Classification:Novel Plant, Full-bloom Period:Summer, Climate:Temperate
I love garden catalog season, and if you do too then you’ve undoubtedly seen myriads of miniature fruit trees for sale in them. Who doesn’t think it’s cool to grow your own limes in your living room!?
Microgreen Seeds
- Sow the seeds over the soil surface, then place the cardboard over the seeds and lightly press them into the soil.
- Seeds are not individually packaged according to variety but are packaged in one envelope for this listing. Expect the seeds to germinate in 3 to 7 days (some will germinate sooner, some later). Depth: Press seed onto surface of soil, do not cover
Regardless of where you live, you can grow microgreens, and you can do it throughout the year. They produce a harvest in a week, making this the quickest crop harvest that I am aware of (even lettuce takes 30 days). In a disaster situation, that’s a lot less time that you must wait until you have some form of food production taking place.
Desiccant Packets
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- [Warranty Information] Our products are supported with new replacement or full refund with no time limits if they don’t work. [Packet Specification] (Packet dimension: 2 inch x 2.6 inch); 5 gram desiccant packets can cover approximately 600 cubic inch volume containers; We recommend placing more packets than recommended for extra protection
- [How To Use] Place your items and silica gel packets in a tightly sealed container to protect your items from moisture damage; Use silica gel packs to protect Foods, Medications, Vitamins, Seeds, Nuts, Snacks, Cookies, Spices, Pet Foods, 3D Filaments, Guns, Ammos, Canister, Collectables, Jewelry, Documents, Camera Lens, Clothes, Cosmetics, Books, Bags, Decorations, Wet phones, Cameras, Watches, Electronics, Shoes, and Many Other Valuables
Your food storage, ammo storage, and gun safe will be much safer and happier places if you have plenty of desiccant available. These little guys absorb moisture, helping to protect your investments. They’re so cheap too, that there’s simply no reason not to invest in some.
Coffee
- [Warranty Information] Our products are supported with new replacement or full refund with no time limits if they don’t work. [Packet Specification] (Packet dimension: 2 inch x 2.6 inch); 5 gram desiccant packets can cover approximately 600 cubic inch volume containers; We recommend placing more packets than recommended for extra protection
- [How To Use] Place your items and silica gel packets in a tightly sealed container to protect your items from moisture damage; Use silica gel packs to protect Foods, Medications, Vitamins, Seeds, Nuts, Snacks, Cookies, Spices, Pet Foods, 3D Filaments, Guns, Ammos, Canister, Collectables, Jewelry, Documents, Camera Lens, Clothes, Cosmetics, Books, Bags, Decorations, Wet phones, Cameras, Watches, Electronics, Shoes, and Many Other Valuables
Ahh, another overlooked prep. My whole family drinks the magic bean, and so I try to keep as much of it on hand as I can always. For longer storage times, I like to buy the pre-wrapped little bricks, and then do everything I can to keep them in a dry, cool, and dark location away from oxygen.
Flour
- Brought to you by Whole Foods Market
- Unbleached and enriched with vitamins and minerals
Another prepping essential that you can easily get a lot of for under $50. Just make sure that you buy the refined stuff. It’ll last longer.
Books
The Faithful Prepper: A Christian’s Perspective on Prepping
- Tate, Aden (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
Ok, so maybe I’m a bit biased, but I do think that this book can help you to sift through and organize your thoughts (or maybe a friend’s thoughts) when it comes to approaching questions such as “is prepping a lack of faith?”, “how do we safely engage in Biblical charity post-disaster?”, and “how to I prep without living in fear?”.
Where There is No Doctor
- Used Book in Good Condition
- David Werner (Author)
This is widely considered to be one of the best medical references available for those who are living far away from professional medical care. I highly recommend picking up a copy as the information inside could very easily save the life of somebody you care about.
Shelter
Tarps
- True 8x8 weave 5 mil thick waterproof tarp
- Lighweight washable and mildew proof with rope in hem
I regularly pick these things up at Harbor Freight with coupons. I’ve found that multi-night backpacking trips are much more enjoyable when spent in a hammock with a tarp overhead. They’re lighter than a tent, versatile, cheap, easily fit into a BOB, and offer a good amount of protection from the elements.
Emergency Mylar Blanket
- FOUR MYLAR EMERGENCY BLANKETS (Army Green) - Advanced dual-sided aluminized mylar blankets.
- BONUS GOLD SPACE BLANKET - Each package includes ONE EXTRA GOLD colored space blanket.
I know these things seem to have a bad wrap (heh heh) of late, but I think they’re great. I’m positive one of these saved my life on a backpacking trip years ago. They’ll make you feel like a Chipotle burrito if you use them, but there’s most certainly a drastic temperature increase that they give you.
Paracord
- PREMIUM CORD, PACKAGED ACCORDING TO LENGTH. (50, 100 and 150 footers come coiled in bags, 200 footers on a tube, and 500 and 1000 footers on a spool. 1000 footers may come in up to 2 non-spliced sections. Please See Packaging Images on the Left.) Cord diameter measures 3/16" (+/- 1/32"). We want to be your "go-to" source for great Type 4 750lb Mil-Spec Paracord. Thousands of customers agree this is the best paracord they have ever used!
- PEACE OF MIND. THERE'S NOTHING QUITE LIKE IT. Go ahead, string up a hammock, rig your sails, secure your tent, or make an emergency tourniquet. The extra 200 pounds of strength beats regular 550 cord and is there to protect you when you need it! Our 100% Nylon (11 Triple Strands) TOUGH-GRID cord is never spliced and is made with USA pride and craftsmanship, giving you the great feeling that you got what you wanted and are helping keep America strong.
If you’re going to pack a tarp in your BOB, you need to pack paracord as well. I’ve learned first-hand out in the woods what the consequences to not having enough paracord can be. In short, it’s hard to hang a bear bag if you don’t have enough cord to do so. That can make for a rather intimidating sleep.
Mess Kit
- ✔[High-quality camping cookware & Safe Materials] Camping pots and pans set and kettles are made of anodized aluminum alloy, with non-stick coating, scratch-resistant, durable, easy to use and clean, non-toxic, odorless, safe, design Beautiful and atmospheric, very suitable for outdoor use. The thickened ABS grip can effectively prevent burns and melting, so you will not burn your hands.
- ✔[Completely Equipped Outdoor camping cookware] Our camping cooking set is the most complete, which includes: 1*Anodized Aluminum Nonstick Pot:4L(8.26"x 5.31"(approx.));1*Nonstick Frying Pan:1.5L(8.58" x1.96"(approx.)) ;1*Anodized aluminum kettle(12.4"(approx.));4*304 stainless steel folding knife and fork spoon set;4*304 stainless steel watercup and dish;1 * cleaning cloth; 1*Tableware portable bag ;1* Water bag: 10L;Basically meet the needs of outdoor cooking for more than 4 people.
If you’re going to bug out, you are going to need a mess kit of sorts. I personally carry two small pots specifically designed for backpacking, but I’ve heard a lot of great reports about old German military mess kits. This gives you a lot of food versatility when it comes to camp fare, and should you need to bug out, you will be thankful that you have such.
Mission Darkness Dry Phone Sleeve
- ✅ MILITARY-GRADE FARADAY DRY BAG - Designed for military and law enforcement forensics investigators; also used for grab-and-go missions, government and executive travel, personal data security, digital privacy, signal isolation, EMP/CME protection, and EMF reduction.
- ✅ WATERPROOF - Constructed with extremely durable and waterproof 600D TPU and 420D TPU outer materials with welded seams and two layers of high-shielding TitanRF Faraday Fabric on all interior sides. Used for shielding cell phones and small electronic devices during travel, in the rain, snow, sand, near contaminants, and anywhere near water.
I don’t know about you, but I don’t like the idea of Big Data and the Gov tracking everywhere that I go, when I go there, and how long I’m at each location. Privacy is foundational to freedom, and that information is none of their business. Keeping your phone in a MD dry phone sleeve can protect your privacy against any such intrusion while you’re out and about. (As long as the phone’s in the bag, it’ll guard your location against any government COVID trackers as well…)
Fire/Light
Headlamp
- SUPER BRIGHT - Experience powerful hands-free LED camping lights that generate a brilliant, long-lasting beam with daylight color and definition, boasting a runtime of up to 10+ hours on the low setting.
- ADJUSTABLE COMFORT - The removable, washable, and adjustable headband on this LED headlamp ensures a comfortable fit for both adults and children. Weighing only 3 oz with batteries, it’s the perfect headlight for outdoor adventurers.
Do you understand how wonderful it is to be able to work on a car at night with both hands free? A headlamp truly is a blessing in such a situation and working with a flashlight while attempting to fix a flat tire in the dead of night is a true pain in the butt. Get yourself a headlamp.
A Lantern
- BRIGHT & LASTING - Equipped with 30 crazy bright LEDs, this compact lantern cuts through 360 degrees of darkness on the stormiest, dimmest nights. Easily lights up the entire tent or room.
- COMPACT & LIGHTWEIGHT - Collapsible design that reduces or increases the light as you collapse or expand the lantern. When collapsed it's as small as your phone. Your new camping lantern easily fits in your backpack or emergency kit.
I really think one of the greatest prepping investments that I’ve ever made has been in two Coleman LED lanterns. We end up with 3-5 power outages a year where I live, and those things have been incredibly useful, if for nothing else than to make sure you can use the bathroom in the dark.
Zippo Lighter
- Includes one street chrome lighter, one flint dispenser, one 4 ounce can of premium lighter fluid
- Lighter: Distinctive Zippo "click", windproof design, refillable for a lifetime of use
I admit that I’m a sucker for a good Zippo lighter. They’re comfortable to carry, they look classy, and there’s a very satisfying sweep as you open them. This is a great way to ensure that you always can make fire in your EDC as well.
Glow Sticks
- SAFE AND ECO-FRIENDLY: Using the most innovative industrial grade construction technique, these glow sticks are waterproof, non-flammable and have a non-toxic chemistry. This means they guarantee a long lasting and environmentally friendly option for lighting up your party.
- PERFECT FOR EMERGENCIES, BLACKOUTS, SURVIVAL KITS, CAMPING AND PARTIES - These green light sticks have so many different uses that make them a must have item. You will be amazed with how useful they are when you'll need them. You can also take them for fishing/hunting/boating trips or give them to your child for their night's party.
This is another real quick and simple item that I like to keep plenty of on hand. They’ve come in handy on a number of backpacking trips (I hang them above my campsite at night if I have to go a ways to gather firewood or to use the bathroom), and they’ve helped out with a lot of power outages at my place as well.
Forever 50 Fire Striker
This is hands down my favorite fire striker on the market. It fits in my hand compared to the teeny toys I’ve seen elsewhere, it’s easy to direct the sparks, and it spits out a lot of them. Building fire can be challenging as it is. There’s no reason at the end of a long day to make it even harder on yourself. The Forever 50 fire striker can help alleviate this problem.
Financial Security
1 Oz Silver Coins
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Whether you want an inflation-proof means to save for your kids’ future, or you’re looking for a way to diversify your portfolio, silver is a great way to do so. I’m personally giving these as Christmas gifts this year.
