In these turbulent political times, here are what I have to prepare and prep for emergencies for myself & my family.
Early this year I took the decision to start emergency prepping for me & my family. Some might call it overkill, but in times of unrest in Europe and the talk of nuclear war, I don't want to take any chances and be the ones left without anything....
Portable Camping Stove
Lifestraw is a portable water filter which will allow you to drink from any water source you can find. The straw kills 99.999% of bactiera, parasites and microplastics and will last up to 4000 litres of water per straw. This will help you stay alive ...
LifeStraw - Emergency Water Filter
This is one of my most vital pieces of gear! If the power grid goes down and you can't talk on the phone, this Radio will help you receive updates and can be powered by winding up by hand Crank, solar power or batteries. The Radio can also charge any...
Emergency Radio - Powered By Hand Crank, Solar
These are great to have in general, even if you're not a prepper. These can be thrown in your backpack or your car as an emergency way to stay warm and dry if you are stranded and can't get help. These bivy bags are made of Mylar, which can reflect 9...
Emergency Thermal Insulated Sleeping Bag
A lot of the time, people usually think to prepare for themselves bit often can forget about their pets. What happens to them? Don't forget your fur-babies and make sure you have a plan for them too and a way to take them with you, whatever you decid...
Small Pet Travel Bag
One of the most useful tools in my entire kit. This ferrocerium rod is the perfect way for me to light kindling to start a fire. Remember: in times of hardship, don't think you can go to the shop for a lighter or a box of matches, everything will be ...
Magnesium Ferrocium Rod - Fire Starter
If you want to be able to power your devices in the event of a power outage, civil unrest, weather catastrophe or even war, this will help you keep in touch with loved ones if the grid is down. Keep it handy in your bag, car or at home for easy power...
Solar Power Bank Solar Charger 10000mAh
A really good quality First Aid Kit is key for if you and your family incase of medical emergencies when medical aid is not longer an option.
Survivor Comprehensive First Aid Kit
This helps to protect your body from the effects of nuclear fallout - radiation. I have this in my bug-in bag incase the unimaginable happens and we find ourself at war.
Potassium Iodine Tablets 400MCG - High Strength
If you're wanting to continue to grow your own produce in times when the shop shelves are empty, stocking up on this bumper pack of seeds is a great backup food source incase of emergency.
21 Variety Pack of Vegtable Seeds
This waterproof lighter is USB chargeable, can be used up to 200 times on a single charge and is rugged and tough enough to help you during every eventuality you might encounter. A great pocket item to have in your backpack or your kitchen draw, I us...
USB Rechargeable Lighter
Torches are super handy no matter where you are or what you're doing!! I cannot stress this more, you will always need torches in every stage of life and these are super super bright and run off usual batteries (3 per torch) and last a long time.
LED Torch 2000 Lumen - Duo Pack
My polish mother in law has canned for many years and is one of the reasons why they never had to panic during the covid pandemic. Whilst everyone else was fighting in the shops, she was collecting her pre-canned produce she made from her storage and...
12 Mason Jars 17 oz - For Canning & Preserving
Muslin squares are a great way to help you preserve food and can items. Ideal for if you want to start preserving your own produce
50 x 50 cm Muslin Cloth
This canning & preserving set is a great beginners kit to learning how to store food. Great for the present to help save money and if you like to know where your food is coming from, and also as a means of food in emergency situations.