When disaster strikes you have to be prepared. This is why we are always on the lookout for survival essentials that we can store in case SHTF. But what items do we need to store exactly? The following list has 100 items that disappear during a crisis. Better stock up on them before it’s too late.
The list is in no particular order. some items will run out faster than others.
1. Generators(Good ones cost dearly. Gas storage, risky. Noisy…target of thieves; maintenance etc.)
2. Water Filters/Purifiers
3. Portable Toilets
4. Seasoned Firewood. Wood takes about 6 – 12 months to become dried, for home uses.
5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Oil Lamps (First Choice: Buy CLEAR oil. If scarce, stockpile ANY!)
6. Coleman Fuel. Impossible to stockpile too much.
7. Guns, Ammunition, Pepper Spray, Knives, Clubs, Bats & Slingshots.
8. Can openers, & hand egg beaters, whisks, kitchen utensils.
9. Honey/Syrups/white, brown sugar
10. Rice – Beans – Wheat
11. Vegetable Oil (for cooking) Without it food burns/must be boiled etc.,)
12. Charcoal, Lighter Fluid (Will become scarce suddenly)
13. Water Containers (Urgent Item to obtain.) Any size. Small: HARD CLEAR PLASTIC ONLY – note – food grade if for drinking.
16. Propane Cylinders(Urgent: Definite shortages will occur.)
17. Survival Guide Book.
18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman, etc. (Without this item, longer-term lighting is difficult.)
19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula. ointments/aspirin, etc.
20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry)
21. Cook Stoves(Propane, Coleman & Kerosene)
22. Vitamins
23. Propane Cylinders and Handle-Holders (Urgent: Small canister use is dangerous without this item)
24. Feminine Hygiene/Haircare/Skin products.
25. Thermal underwear (Tops & Bottoms)
26. Bow saws, axes and hatchets, Wedges (also, honing oil)
27. Aluminum Foil Reg. & Heavy Duty (Great Cooking and Barter Item)
28. Gasoline Containers (Plastic & Metal)
29. Garbage Bags (Impossible To Have Too Many).
30. Toilet Paper, Kleenex, Paper Towels
31. Milk – Powdered & Condensed (Shake Liquid every 3 to 4 months)
32. Garden Seeds (Non-Hybrid) (A MUST)
33. Clothes pins/line/hangers (A MUST)
34. Coleman’s Pump Repair Kit
35. Tuna Fish (in oil)
36. Fire Extinguishers
(or..large box of Baking Soda in every room)
37. First aid kits
38. Batteries (all sizes…buy furthest-out for Expiration Dates)
39. Garlic, spices & vinegar, baking supplies
40. Big Dogs (and plenty of dog food)
41. Flour, yeast & salt
42. Matches. (“Strike Anywhere” preferred.) Boxed, wooden matches will go first
43. Writing paper/pads/pencils, solar calculators
44. Insulated ice chests (good for keeping items from freezing in Wintertime.)
45. Heavy Duty Work Boots, belts, Levis & durable shirts
46. Flashlights/LIGHTSTICKS & torches, “No. 76 Dietz” Lanterns
47. Journals, Diaries & Scrapbooks (jot down ideas, feelings, experience; Historic Times)
48. Garbage cans Plastic (great for storage, water, transporting – if with wheels)
49. Men’s Hygiene: Shampoo, Toothbrush/paste, Mouthwash/floss, nail clippers, etc
50. Cast iron cookware (sturdy, efficient)
51. Fishing supplies/tools
52. Mosquito coils/repellent, sprays/creams
53. Duct Tape
54. Tarps/stakes/twine/nails/rope/spikes
55. Candles
56. Laundry Detergent (liquid)
57. Backpacks, Duffel Bags
58. Garden tools & supplies
59. Scissors, fabrics & sewing supplies
60. Canned Fruits, Veggies, Soups, stews, etc.
61. Bleach (plain, NOT scented: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite)
62. Canning supplies, (Jars/lids/wax)
63. Knives & Sharpening tools: files, stones, steel
64. Bicycles…Tires/tubes/pumps/chains, etc
65. Sleeping Bags& blankets/pillows/mats
66. Carbon Monoxide Alarm (battery powered)
67. Board Games, Cards, Dice
68. d-con Rat poison, MOUSE PRUFE II, Roach Killer
69. Mousetraps, Ant traps & cockroach magnets
70. Paper plates/cups/utensils (stock up, folks)
71. Baby wipes, oils, waterless & Antibacterial soap (saves a lot of water)
72. Rain gear, rubberized boots, etc.
73. Shaving supplies (razors & creams, talc, after shave)
74. Hand pumps & siphons (for water and for fuels)
75. Soysauce, vinegar, bullions/gravy/soupbase
76. Reading glasses
77. Chocolate/Cocoa/Tang/Punch (water enhancers)
78. Survival-in-a-Can
79. Woolen clothing: socks, scarves/ear-muffs/mittens
80. Boy Scout Handbook, / also Leaders Catalog
81. Roll-on Window Insulation Kit (MANCO)
82. Graham crackers, saltines, pretzels, Trail mix/Jerky
83. Popcorn, Peanut Butter, Nuts84. Socks, Underwear, T-shirts, etc. (extras)
85. Lumber (all types)86. Wagonsutility carts(for transport to and from)
87. Cots & Inflatable mattress’s
88. Gloves: Work/warming/gardening, etc.
89. Lantern Hangers
90. Screen Patches, glue, nails, screws, nuts & bolts
91. Teas
92. Coffee
93. Cigarettes
94. Wine/Liquors (for bribes, medicinal, etc,)
95. Paraffin Wax
96. Chickens
97. Chewing gum/candies
98. Atomizers (for cooling/bathing)
99. Hats & cotton neckerchiefs
100. Livestock
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I would never have thought of a boyscout handbook. What a neat idea.
I didn’t see basic meds and Rx meds on the list.
number 37 is first aid kits. those should contain meds am I right?
I guess if you use meds then yes. Everyone will have to adapt the kit to their needs
Better than the Boy Scout Handbook, try a copy of the Army Ranger Handbook, and better yet, a copy of the Army Survival Handbook.
Good addition! those books have some serious knowledge in them that could come in handy.
I am always overwhelmed by prepping, and how much I need, however reading this list, I have at least half already. Even chickens and big dogs! I hope to get the rest together soonest. Thanks for the list!
No problem! glad that this list could help you out!
Babies should never be given aspirin!! It can cause Reye’s Syndrome. Advil or Tylenol only.
Good point to keep in mind Sheri!
Advil has aspirin in it.
Advil is ibuprofen. It has NO aspirin in it.
No it doesn’t. Advil is a brand name for ibuprofen.
I was going to add the same information about aspirin. NEVER GIVE ASPIRIN TO A BABY OR YOUNG CHILDREN!!! CONSULT YOUR PEDIATRICIAN. Also masks and Hand sanitizer. Towels/wash cloths. A cooler for medication like insulin ect.
How many actually grew up and survived the tasty orange flavored baby aspirin…I mean really, I personally survived Turpentine n Lard rubbed on my chest to break deep chest congestion. The Rockefeller Petro-Pharmacia is not all that great a replacement for grandmother’s old timey cure-alls!
We need to get back to nature; be saving the dandelions for sure!
Please, Do you have recipes for dandelions? What else can you use them for. Thank you
Being in the middle of my first real national emergency I must say that your list isn’t even close to what disappeared off the shelves first! The things that disappeared first in the Covid-19 quarantine threat was toilet paper, bottled water, bleach, hand sanitizer and rice. These were followed by paper towels, milk and beans, ( dry and canned). Although your list makes sense, during a major crisis those were not the things people were after. Maybe we need to revisit what it takes to be really prepared for a national emergency.
Hi Laurel,
the list is in no particular order. All the items you mention are in the list. the numbers are there to keep track of the list 🙂 Stay safe during these times!
I was thinking the same thing. Easy to build stores of canned and dry beans. Canned has the advantage of cooking quickly. If we start now saving the things we know will be scarce, we will be ahead of the game.
Survival Handbook (Army)
The better choice for#80 is the Boy Scout Field book(1967 printing). I got a copy last Christmas.The whole book can help you. But I don’t recommend the solar still article. A person needs at least 1 gallon a day per person.
If water is scarce, you will NEED the still. Better yet, 2-3 of them.. you save your urine and it goes in trench lined with plastic. You also use what ever grasses you can find
Keep epsom salts on hand too. Good to use for soaking bruised and injured body and limbs after falls. Also, good to use sparingly in gardening to encourage growth of plants. Epsom salts has high magnesium content. It is relatively inexpensive.
good suggestion!
What about women’s hygiene?
it’s in the list. nr 24 🙂
Honestly, I think menstrual cups or cloth pads will be better in this case than disposable products for the long term use. You can boil the cups to keep them clean. Can use the product for at least 10 years for every month.
Very good advice.
I keep dried herbs on hand that are used for medicinal purposes. Things like goldenseal can draw out an infection. A good herbal book and some basic dried herbs would be good to keep on hand.
That would also be a good idea to have!
Dwight Shrute would approve
For the unexpected books and supplies, and tools for EMT if no doctor or dentist you can get to. Scary but I’d rather be prepared then have a broken tooth or bone and have nothing to try and fix the problem.