What Did You Do Today To Prepare?

[Basil Duke]

The last couple of weeks, I've been assembling a BoB for my 16-year-old son, who lives with my ex-wife a two-hour walk from my apartment. We're in St. Louis, so earthquakes are a logical concern for me. If the New Madrid Fault cracks open, he'll be able to haul ass with at least a couple of days worth of necessities on his back - enough to keep him going until I reach him. Today, I purchased food for his backpack (meat sticks, protein bars, trail mix, a can of corned beef) and sundry personal items: miniature hand sanitizer, fingernail clippers, toilet paper, etc. (I already have dental care supplies, soap, wash cloths, eating utensils, water, etc. for him.) Last night, I stocked his first aid kit. I bought medical scissors, a tweezer, different (and copious) types of bandages, Ibuprofin, anti-diarrheal meds, cold meds, anti-biotic ointments and the like. Hope to have the BoB done in a week. Still need to get him a poncho, extra clothing, an all-purpose hat, good (leather) gloves, flashlight and multi-tool.

Although I delivered my son's BoB two weeks ago, I followed up this past weekend by giving him supplemental personal hygiene items (mini can of shaving cream, razors, hand lotion, mini container of aftershave) four MRE main meals (2 beef briskets, one sausage patty and one pork sausage in cream gravy), several loaves of MRE white bread and a bunch of individual MRE packs of strawberry jam and peanut butter). I was glad to hear the kid explain how he had added to the backpack on his own: "I was able to get my army trenchcoat in there, which is cool, because I can use it as a blanket if I have to. And I put some more knives in. And that army shirt you got me with all the pockets and reinforced sleeves." After I commended him for his initiative, he replied, in jest: "You know those people on "Preppers" who seem to WANT something bad to happen so they can try out all their stuff? I think I might be turning into one of them."

[Lycosa]

Not much going on today so other than hanging out on the computer on this forum, I've been making paracord lanyards for a few of my tools. I added toggles to a couple that I carry through a beltloop. Because my wife saw me goofing around with paracord, I ended up making her a survival bracelet and myself a new one since I had the stuff out. Going to make a couple bowstrings today if I get the ambition to go out and get some serving string since I ran out.

[redneckzombiekiller]

Purchased another 100 rounds of hornady hp for my Smith & Wesson Sigma 40VE.
And on top of that I went ahead and bought 20 rounds of the Hornady Zombie Max, I know what you might be thinking but hey what's it gonna hurt.

Still in the market for a secondary sidearm my .40 cal is nice, never had any problems with it. However, when I first purchased it I did not plan ahead about ammunition availability. My primary rifle is a Bolt Action Remington 30-06 with 1,000 rounds. Secondary is a Mossberg 500 with 1,000 rounds of 3" magnum 00 buck shot.
Primary Sidearm is my Smith & Wesson Sigma 40VE with 520 rounds ( still working to reach 1,000)
But I am still looking for a secondary Sidearm.

I am open to suggestions I am mainly making my decision on a secondary sidearm that has common ammunition. Something that if I run out of ammo and on the run odds are the next body I search will likely have a mag I need.

[bacpacjac]

Restocked everything my son and I used on our camping trip on the weekend. (i.e. refilled water bottles, washed blankets and cleaned billy pot.) Also added a few things that we thought we could use next time: more cordage (jute twine) and more cover (tarp and painter's drop cloth).

[elektrik]

avtomobiny alarm kit bag, bought an ax, shovel

ru
комплектую автомобиьный тревожный чемодан, купил топор, лопатку

[zombiepreparation]

I discovered Aldi grocery store. Of course I knew 'of' it and knew where it is in my city, just hadn't made it before. I added six bottles of olive oil, 10 lbs of sugar, three containers of salt, and two cans of protein (ham this time) at an amazingly low cost to myself.

At another grocery I purchased six jars of protein (peanut butter that time) that is my favorite brand and almost a dollar less than I normally pay.

[PackLemming]

A little of this, and a lot of that.

Salt and pepper added to new aged nylon possibles bag (see my Boker Man Purse thread soon to be updated).

Gave my U.S contact point a poke in the back side for not confirming long term business contract.

Re dressed the grind wheel's face. Bastards will never figure out the costs.

[KnightoftheRoc]

I discovered Aldi grocery store. Of course I knew 'of' it and knew where it is in my city, just hadn't made it before. I added six bottles of olive oil, 10 lbs of sugar, three containers of salt, and two cans of protein (ham this time) at an amazingly low cost to myself.

At another grocery I purchased six jars of protein (peanut butter that time) that is my favorite brand and almost a dollar less than I normally pay.

Like anything else "new", don't go crazy buying in bulk till you've gotten a single item and tried it.
I love Aldis, 99% of the stuff they sell I like, and eat as a normal course- and of course we can't beat them for pricing on canned goods. But, the milk they sell- I just can't stand it. There's a couple items I have that reaction with. So, buy your initial product one at a time, try it, and then decide if you want to go through the PAW looking at a wall lined in the stuff.

[hudd357mag]

Bottled water purchase and canned goods. Almost had to dip into my storage since my kitchen cabinet was near empty. Dont want to get into that habit. I rotated old with new. Still getting used to that.

[JesterODX]

MRE's ordered to suppliment my food reserves. Still looking on water purification.

[Krustofski]

I discovered Aldi grocery store. Of course I knew 'of' it and knew where it is in my city, just hadn't made it before. I added six bottles of olive oil, 10 lbs of sugar, three containers of salt, and two cans of protein (ham this time) at an amazingly low cost to myself.

At another grocery I purchased six jars of protein (peanut butter that time) that is my favorite brand and almost a dollar less than I normally pay.

The reason why Walmart horribly failed when trying to venture into Germany was that they were trying to beat Aldi on its turf: selling cheap food. The Albrecht brothers don't like that shit.

[zombiepreparation]

I discovered Aldi grocery store. Of course I knew 'of' it and knew where it is in my city, just hadn't made it before. I added six bottles of olive oil, 10 lbs of sugar, three containers of salt, and two cans of protein (ham this time) at an amazingly low cost to myself.

At another grocery I purchased six jars of protein (peanut butter that time) that is my favorite brand and almost a dollar less than I normally pay.

Like anything else "new", don't go crazy buying in bulk till you've gotten a single item and tried it.
I love Aldis, 99% of the stuff they sell I like, and eat as a normal course- and of course we can't beat them for pricing on canned goods. But, the milk they sell- I just can't stand it. There's a couple items I have that reaction with. So, buy your initial product one at a time, try it, and then decide if you want to go through the PAW looking at a wall lined in the stuff.

Good and timely advise... and I will take it.

[zombiepreparation]

I discovered Aldi grocery store. Of course I knew 'of' it and knew where it is in my city, just hadn't made it before. I added six bottles of olive oil, 10 lbs of sugar, three containers of salt, and two cans of protein (ham this time) at an amazingly low cost to myself.

At another grocery I purchased six jars of protein (peanut butter that time) that is my favorite brand and almost a dollar less than I normally pay.

The reason why Walmart horribly failed when trying to venture into Germany was that they were trying to beat Aldi on its turf: selling cheap food. The Albrecht brothers don't like that shit.

No kidding. Here's some irony for ya: The 'other grocery' where I purchased those mentioned 'six jars of protein (peanut butter that time) that is my favorite brand and almost a dollar less than I normally pay' ...was in fact WalMart. I never grocery shop there but this price made me an offer I couldn't refuse. What a hoot. My smile for the day!

[redneckzombiekiller]

Added canned foods today to my stockpile now at 3 months for a family of 4, and pre-cut extra 2x4's for windows in the house. I have ordered a welding machine so I can start fabricating window bars and have them ready when needed. Not much but I do try to do alittle everyday. I start back work Monday... Vacation over

Getting a new dehydrator hopefully next week.

[bacpacjac]

Bought another 100 feet of paracord and some Aquapure tabs for my day hike pack. Bought another 50 ft to put lanyards on our tools. Also replaced my cheap plastic painter's drop sheet with a thicker industrial strength one.

[txKingfisher]

Stocked up on Antibiotics during my trip to thailand.
They are OTC there so i took advantage and brought home a small stockpile.

[bacpacjac]

Built a pocket tinder kit out of an old Altoids tin and a bunch of tinder we collected on our camping trip last week.
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It contains:
-birch bark
-cedar bark
-cedar twigs
-pine wood chips
-pine pitch
-cotton balls
-regular book of matches
-strike anywhere matches
-closed up with duct tape

[0122358]

bought an MSR microworks filter and a pack of stuff sacks

[Lycosa]

Made 2 different slingshots. A new one for my hiking haversack and the other just for killing cans and well.. because it's just fun.

[redneckzombiekiller]

delete

[jdavidboyd]

Exercised my leg to the point of pain and exhaustion.

Let me back up. Last leap day, I was walking down the sidewalk, not too far from my house, and rolled my foot on something or other, wasn't looking down, (in condition 'duh'), and have no idea what I might have stepped on. Dislocated my foot, and broke both the tibia and fibula leg bones on both sides, right down near where they attach. Didn't hurt, kept trying to get up. No luck with that. Had surgery 3 weeks later, and in a velcro'd on cast until a few weeks ago.

It's amazing how fast the muscles deteriorate when not used, not that I was ever muscular in the first place.

Anyway, to make a long story short (I know, too late!), I have been stretching my foot/leg, walking on it, doing everything I can to get it back, no not back, but far beyond the condition it was ever in.

One thing I learned, don't walk around in 5 year old, beat up, falling apart sneakers. Comfortable yes, ankle support, hell no.

Going to buy myself a few pair of good work boots, light weight, and keep them on. Don't want to be breaking those leg bones any more.

[redneckzombiekiller]

It's a good idea to have some good work boots or combat boots. As a welder of 15 years that's all I own and wear with the exception of one pair of dress shoes for weddings, (and court... lol), and a pair of flip-flops for the beach. Running shoes are nice and comfortable, but but don't last. My pair of Red Wings have been worn for 4 years now and I've only had to replace the boot laces a few times.
Anyway glad to hear you are back on your feet and feeling better jdavidboyd


Added another
8 gallons of Water
30 cans of veggies
4 small gas cylinders for camp stove

[wyomingiscold]

Finally (correctly) made an aluminum bottle stove that works GREAT! made a cooking cup and drinking cup to go with it.

Did some reload practice at the range with the .40.

Made a 3 mile hike in the mountains with a buddy and BigDumbDog with my day pack to test out its utility in the mountains. Worked great! Highly recommend the Red Rock Assault Pack. Great pack with a lot of nice extras all in a small, manageable package.

[Tater Raider]

Dentist. 2 cavities filled and teeth cleansed. Also? Ow.