These items will last you a long while in your food for safety kit. Because they are not difficult to prepare or cook, these items are excellent choices for emergencies. Ramen Noodles make a great emergency food because they are easy to cook and inexpensive. Honey is also recommended for its antibiotic properties and wound healing capabilities. Lastly, it is always important to keep a small amount of canned fruits in your kit, as they can be eaten in the wild.
Oatmeal
Oatmeal can be used in many ways and is an excellent staple for a survival kit. It is low on calories and fat so it can be eaten for breakfast as well as being used to make other meals. It is also full of vitamins and minerals, and is low in sugar and calories. Oatmeal is a great food to store for the long term. However, it should be kept dry and out of direct sunlight, since it can spoil if exposed to moisture.
Beans
Beans are a good source of protein as well as fiber. Their low fat and nutrient density make them an easy food to digest, cook and store. A cup of cooked beans has approximately 115 calories. A single serving of beans will provide you with 8 grams of protein while a single serving of dry beans will give you about 125 calories. A half cup (or one-third) of cooked beans is about the recommended daily intake for both men and women, if they are not pregnant.
White rice
Rice is a staple food for survival. Rice is not the best food to sustain long-term survival. Although rice provides a lot of nutrients and vitamins, there are not many rice varieties that can give you the nutrition your body needs in order to survive. Long-term, you will want to consider other foods such as nuts or dried fruits to be eaten alongside rice. These foods provide many vital nutrients and are low in calories.
Canned fruits
For long-term storage, canned foods make a great choice when it comes down to preparedness. Cans are shelf-stable and can be consumed long after their expiration date. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, canned goods can be eaten for up to 100 years after being made. Although canned goods lose much of their nutritional content, texture and color over time, it retains high levels Vitamin A and vitamin C.
MRE's
MREs might be a good option if you are preparing for an emergency or natural disaster. MREs are extremely convenient but you need to be aware of possible side effects, especially if MREs are new to you. For example, you might experience a change in stool, increased energy, or decreased thirst. These side effects aren’t limited to MREs.
Nuts
Nuts are a great source of protein and nutrition, so they're an excellent choice for long-term survival. Before storing nuts, remove their outer shells. Nutmeat may taste bitter due to the presence of tannins in them. Nuts should always be kept in layers of several inches, in a dark, cool area, away from direct sunlight. If nuts are to be stored for longer periods of time, wait at least one month before shelling.
FAQ
How to Navigate Without a Compass or With One
While a compass won't show you where you are, it will help you locate your way home if you lose track of your direction.
There are three methods you can use to navigate.
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By landmarks
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By magnetic North (using a compass)
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By stars
Landmarks can be objects you recognize as soon as you see them. These include trees, buildings and rivers. Landmarks provide visual clues to where you live.
Magnetic North is simply where the Earth's electromagnetic field points. If you look up at a skyline, you will notice that the sun seems to be moving across it. The earth's magnetic field actually causes sun to move around. The sun appears to move across the sky but it actually moves around the horizon. The sun is overhead at noon. The sun is directly below your eyes at midnight. The magnetic field of the earth is constantly changing. This means that the exact direction and orientation of the North pole magnetically changes each day. This means you might be off the course by quite a bit during a single day.
Stars can also be used to navigate. Stars appear over the horizon to rise and lower. These are fixed points that can be used to pinpoint your location relative other locations.
How do I choose the best knife for my needs?
It can be hard to find the right knife. There are so many brands out there that claim to be the best.
But which one is truly the best? How do you choose?
Consider first what tasks you are going to be performing with your knife.
Do you plan to cut wood, skin or chop animals, or slice bread?
Is your knife intended for hunting or fishing? Is your knife meant for camping cooking or kitchen cutting
Do you intend to use it for opening bottles and cans? Will you be opening packages or boxes?
Are you able to carry heavy loads with your knife?
How about cleaning it after each use? Is it something that you will be doing often?
Does it need to retain its edge well over time.
What is the best survival tip you have?
You can survive by staying calm. If you panic you will make mistakes and ultimately die.
What do you do in a survival situation?
There's not much time for you to think about what next. Make sure you're ready for anything. You need to know how you will react to an unexpected problem.
If you're not sure how to proceed, it is essential to be flexible.
You'll likely face problems such as:
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Finding yourself trapped in remote areas
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Getting lost
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Limited food supply
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Running low on water
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Facing hostile people
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Facing wild animals
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Finding shelter
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Predators must be stopped
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Setting fire to
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Use tools
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Building shelters
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Hunting
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* Fishing
Statistics
- Not only does it kill up to 99.9% of all waterborne bacteria and parasites, but it will filter up to 1,000 liters of water without the use of chemicals. (hiconsumption.com)
- In November of 1755, an earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 6.0 and a maximum intensity of VIII occurred about 50 miles northeast of Boston, Massachusetts. (usgs.gov)
- Without one, your head and neck can radiate up to 40 percent of your body heat. (dec.ny.gov)
- The downside to this type of shelter is that it does not generally offer 360 degrees of protection and unless you are diligent in your build or have some kind of tarp or trash bags, it will likely not be very resistant to water. (hiconsumption.com)
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How To
How to Build an Lean-To Shelter
You will find lean-tos all over the United States. These structures are made mostly from wood or metal poles that are covered with tarps, canvas, sheeting or corrugated roofing material. The roof is typically added after the walls, floor, or ceiling have been built.
When the weather is not favorable for permanent shelter, a lean-to shelter can be constructed on the side of a structure. It can also be called a "leaning-to shed", "leaning-to cabin", or "leaning-to house".
There are many types, including:
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A simple wooden frame with a tarpaulin cover. This type is often seen in rural areas.
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Lean-to tent is a structure of poles supporting a roof that houses a tarpaulin.
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A lean-to cabin, also known as a "cabin-on-frame," consists of a platform supported by posts and beams.
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A lean-to shed is also known as a "shelter on a pole" or "paddockshed". It consists of a frame of poles and supports covered with a cover.
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A leaning garage, also known by the names "garage ofstilts" and "overhang", is made up of a steel framework supported on concrete stilts.
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A lean to studio is also known by the names "studio-on a-frame" and "studio-on a-post". It consists a framework consisting of two parallel horizontal members, (posts), as well as one perpendicular member.
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A lean-to greenhouse, also called a "greenhouse-on-a-post," consists of three parallel horizontal members (posts), one perpendicular member (beam), and a canopy.