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Old 12-02-2008, 07:40 AM   #1
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Default Disaster kit help

I would like to assemble a disaster kit similar to the ones that you can purchase here:

http://www.getreadygear.com/index.as...ROD&ProdID=117

I think that I can assemble a better kit. I am hoping to find tips and advice in regards to this. I do not have a lot of money and I don't know where I'd go in case of a disaster or economic collapse.

Any ideas? I think it would be cheaper to buy 2-3 backpacks and store as many supplies as possible in them. I am also considering stocking up on canned goods. Does anyone know of a place where I could buy military rations? I think that rations would be easier to store and hopefully use when compared to canned goods.

Advice would be appreciated. Would like to start preparing as soon as possible.
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Old 12-02-2008, 08:30 AM   #2
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Howdy Humble Janitor,

Good thinking w/ the DIY bag, that one looks like a temporary situation type of disaster kit. I think you're probably looking for something a bit more long term.

I've been keeping an eye on the Bugout Bags thread in prep/advice, there's some interesting stuff there.

Macguyver has a pretty good OP that adresses some of your questions.

Best of luck w/ your bag.
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Old 12-02-2008, 08:53 AM   #3
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Jeez, I almost went for the thread tools to move this thread to its proper place and remembered I wasnt a moderator

Maybe I will go back.

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Old 12-02-2008, 09:06 AM   #4
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Howdy Humble Janitor,

Good thinking w/ the DIY bag, that one looks like a temporary situation type of disaster kit. I think you're probably looking for something a bit more long term.

I've been keeping an eye on the Bugout Bags thread in prep/advice, there's some interesting stuff there.

Macguyver has a pretty good OP that adresses some of your questions.

Best of luck w/ your bag.
Yeah. I don't know how I totally missed that thread.
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Old 12-03-2008, 03:54 AM   #5
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The US military rations (Meals Ready to Eat or MRE) are technically US GOV property, so not legal to sell as i understand it. Although you will probably find them listed on Ebay from current/ex military, they will probably be listed as a 'collectible' or 'not for consumption' or something along those lines. There are also private sector versions of the MRE such as http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/MRE125-1.html
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Old 12-03-2008, 04:34 AM   #6
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Also try beprepared.com for more MREs and freeze dried food and ready made surival kits
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Old 12-03-2008, 05:36 AM   #7
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Eh, if all hell breaks loose, I can always load up on beef jerky. Could live off of the stuff and I think it would take up less weight as well.

Thanks for the link above though.
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Old 12-03-2008, 01:39 PM   #8
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I made this thread when Avalon started, hope it helps

http://www.projectavalon.net/forum/showthread.php?t=744
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