Posted on Dec 21, 2014
SSG Timothy McCoy
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Here is one of my lists of what I think will be hard to come by before or during a FAN SIT. should you be think or thinking ahead? Maybe this list might help you think out something you haven't thought about.
Your thoughts?

1st 100 things to disappear in a Fan.

1. Generators (Good ones cost dearly. Gas storage, risky. Noisy…target of thieves; maintenance etc.)
2. Water Filters/Purifiers
3. Portable Toilets
4. Seasoned Firewood. Wood takes about 6 – 12 months to become dried, for home uses.
5. Lamp Oil, Wicks, Oil Lamps (First Choice: Buy CLEAR oil. If scarce, stockpile ANY!)
6. Coleman Fuel. Impossible to stockpile too much.
7. Guns, Ammunition, Pepper Spray, Knives, Clubs, Bats & Slingshots.
8. Can openers, & hand egg beaters, whisks, kitchen utensils.
9. Honey/Syrups/white, brown sugar
10. Rice – Beans – Wheat
11. Vegetable Oil (for cooking) Without it food burns/must be boiled etc.,)
12. Charcoal, Lighter Fluid (Will become scarce suddenly)
13. Water Containers (Urgent Item to obtain.) Any size. Small: HARD CLEAR PLASTIC ONLY – note – food grade if for drinking.
16. Propane Cylinders (Urgent: Definite shortages will occur.)
17. Survival Guide Book.
18. Mantles: Aladdin, Coleman, etc. (Without this item, longer-term lighting is difficult.)
19. Baby Supplies: Diapers/formula. ointments/aspirin, etc.
20. Washboards, Mop Bucket w/wringer (for Laundry)
21. Cook Stoves (Propane, Coleman & Kerosene)
22. Vitamins
23. Propane Cylinders and Handle-Holders (Urgent: Small canister use is dangerous without this item)
24. Feminine Hygiene/Haircare/Skin products.
25. Thermal underwear (Tops & Bottoms)
26. Bow saws, axes and hatchets, Wedges (also, honing oil)
27. Aluminum Foil Reg. & Heavy Duty (Great Cooking and Barter Item)
28. Gasoline Containers (Plastic & Metal)
29. Garbage Bags (Impossible To Have Too Many).
30. Toilet Paper, Kleenex, Paper Towels
31. Milk – Powdered & Condensed (Shake Liquid every 3 to 4 months)
32. Garden Seeds (Non-Hybrid) (A MUST)
33. Clothes pins/line/hangers (A MUST)
34. Coleman’s Pump Repair Kit
35. Tuna Fish (in oil)
36. Fire Extinguishers (or..large box of Baking Soda in every room)
37. First aid kits
38. Batteries (all sizes…buy furthest-out for Expiration Dates)
39. Garlic, spices & vinegar, baking supplies
40. Big Dogs (and plenty of dog food)
41. Flour, yeast & salt
42. Matches. {“Strike Anywhere” preferred.) Boxed, wooden matches will go first
43. Writing paper/pads/pencils, solar calculators
44. Insulated ice chests (good for keeping items from freezing in Wintertime.)
45. Heavy Duty Work Boots , belts, Levis & durable shirts
46. Flashlights/LIGHTSTICKS & torches, “No. 76 Dietz” Lanterns
47. Journals, Diaries & Scrapbooks (jot down ideas, feelings, experience; Historic Times)
48. Garbage cans Plastic (great for storage, water, transporting – if with wheels)
49. Men’s Hygiene: Shampoo, Toothbrush/paste, Mouthwash/floss, nail clippers, etc
50. Cast iron cookware (sturdy, efficient)
51. Fishing supplies/tools
52. Mosquito coils/repellent, sprays/creams
53. Duct Tape
54. Tarps/stakes/twine/nails/rope/spikes
55. Candles
56. Laundry Detergent (liquid)
57. Backpacks, Duffel Bags
58. Garden tools & supplies
59. Scissors, fabrics & sewing supplies
60. Canned Fruits, Veggies, Soups, stews, etc.
61. Bleach (plain, NOT scented: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite)
62. Canning supplies, (Jars/lids/wax)
63. Knives & Sharpening tools: files, stones, steel
64. Bicycles…Tires/tubes/pumps/chains, etc
65. Sleeping Bags & blankets/pillows/mats
66. Carbon Monoxide Alarm (battery powered)
67. Board Games, Cards, Dice
68. d-con Rat poison, MOUSE PRUFE II, Roach Killer
69. Mousetraps, Ant traps & cockroach magnets
70. Paper plates/cups/utensils (stock up, folks)
71. Baby wipes, oils, waterless & Antibacterial soap (saves a lot of water)
72. Rain gear, rubberized boots, etc.
73. Shaving supplies (razors & creams, talc, after shave)
74. Hand pumps & siphons (for water and for fuels)
75. Soysauce, vinegar, bullions/gravy/soupbase
76. Reading glasses different perscript levels
77. Chocolate/Cocoa/Tang/Punch (water enhancers)
78. “Survival-in-a-Can”
79. Woolen clothing, scarves/ear-muffs/mittens
80. Boy Scout Handbook, / also Leaders Catalog
81. Roll-on Window Insulation Kit (MANCO)
82. Graham crackers, saltines, pretzels, Trail mix/Jerky
83. Popcorn, Peanut Butter, Nuts
84. Socks, Underwear, T-shirts, etc. (extras)
85. Lumber (all types)
86. Wagons & utility carts (for transport to and from)
87. Cots & Inflatable mattress’s
88. Gloves: Work/warming/gardening, etc.
89. Lantern Hangers
90. Screen Patches, glue, nails, screws,, nuts & bolts
91. Teas
92. Coffee
93. Cigarettes
94. Wine/Liquors (for bribes, medicinal, etc,)
95. Paraffin Wax
96. Glue, nails, nuts, bolts, screws, etc.
97. Chewing gum/candies
98. Atomizers (for cooling/bathing)
99. Hats & cotton neckerchiefs
100. Livestock

Is there any skill sets that you might need to learn and or hone while you have the time to do so now?
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SGT Michael Glenn
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I can name a few that should be at the top of all lists so no one forgets and that way hopefully they dont disappear . 1): Morals... 2): laws..... 3): Compassion.....3):being civilized to others.....4): Pop Tarts???????
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SPC Leisel Luman
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Love the list. Depending on where you live putting those solid metal waterproof shipping containers underground would be a great addition. I saw it on Dooms Day Preppers. Unfortinately I'm only about 11 feet above sea level.
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SSG Timothy McCoy
SSG Timothy McCoy
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According to the picture I think 11inches would be streaching it. LOL
Look at water tight/proof 5 gal buckets, What ever you are going to put in the buckets vacume seal everything before hand.
11 feet can be a looong way down. Shed roof the CONNEXs before you bury them. There is a lot you can do with CONNEXs.
Look at TruthisTreason.net. Kevin Hayden has a bunch of plans for those metal boxes. I ave helped him with his making it more livable. some good stuff.
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SPC Leisel Luman
SPC Leisel Luman
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Doxycycline and any other ABX you can get your hands on.
I think you forgot BACON I'm positive I can not live without Bacon. One day my kid walked in the door and announced she wanted to be Vegan. Expecting a argument I told that's nice . The next morning I cooked bacon just for myself. She pleaded with me that she just could not be vegan and could she please have some of my bacon. Some of the best wars are won in silence.
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SSG Timothy McCoy
SSG Timothy McCoy
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What about Vet ABXs agree or disagree?
You cannot forget "Tactical Bacon", bacon in a can.
Touche'.
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SPC Leisel Luman
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Agree- A lot of animals can be given human antibiotics/ medications. Sure grab all the antibiotics and medications because you can treat humans with animal antibiotics if it come down to it.

I'm thinking of entire pigs (mad max style) and eating the mean ones first. I would have pigs, bunnies, goats and my Shih Tzu because he is a great foot warmer.
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SFC Mark Merino
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When the coffee disappears, that will be the beginning of the walking dead. I will be the first.
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SSG Timothy McCoy
SSG Timothy McCoy
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Touche' That is why I store crew-served tins of coffee.
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