Quote:
Originally Posted by historycircus
BOSR,
Tell us more! What is the average shelf life of canned goods one can get from, say, a Save-A-Lot, or Aldis? Given the bulk created by long term storage, should potential communites consider a combination of permanent settlement and mobility?
That very question means that all here must "know their region."
|
Know your region is exactly right. For example: If you live in a metro area you are screwed if you need to scramble and you can't act quickly. Imagine trying to get out of town when every highway is jammed with traffic or blockaded by military. You need to move FAST!
As for shelf life, who knows. Canned goods are known to last well beyond the posted expiry date. Avoid dented cans and get the freshest you can find, preferrably at a high volume grocery store where stock is moved out fast. If nothing happens at all and life goes on normally eat the food before it expires and replace it with fresh items.
You are not limited to canned goods. Buy items such as peanut butter, crackers, honey, dried fruits and trail mix. If you are hungry, you will not object too much if the food is a little stale. Your local Dollar Store is a good source for some of this.
Long term storage foods are available if you can afford it such as Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) and dehydrated foods. These foods have the advantage of being compact and easy to transport. Here are a couple of suppliers that I like...
MRE Depot
Ready Reserve Foods