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I'm working on stockin up some food and water, also looking into buying a new rifle, but that's still up or debate. Other than that it's just adding and modifying my BOB
 
tntboy13, work on the basics first. weapons can be other forms (knives, machetes, bows, etc.) aside from firearms initially.
 
A good place to find second hand goods at a reasonable price is Goodwill / Salvation Army / or other thrift shops. In places like Florida, the old people dies and their kids don't want their old junk, so they just haul it all down to the thrift shop and the thrift shop sells it for pennies on the dollar. You can find anything from old CB radios to canteens to flatware / dishes, pots, pans, bedding etc.. The problem here is that the flea bay people are shopping in the thrift shops - looking for things that they can resell.. It is a lot like a big flea market for some of these people. It makes it much harder to find the good stuff, but not impossible.
 
tntboy13, work on the basics first. weapons can be other forms (knives, machetes, bows, etc.) aside from firearms initially.
Got me a crossbow already, and a handgun, I was just thinkin about a rifle.

I know that those weapons don't do much good if you don't have enough food or water to live to use em (or the practice to use them effectively) ;)
 
That's why the rural areas of FL are great, those thrift stores haven't been picked through by e-bayers or flea marketers. My wife bought a fur-lined coat that retails for about $250, for $8. We also picked up a leather jacket (about $150 retail) for my step-son for $8. Same trip. This was right before Christmas. :D

The two metal canteens that clip to my BOB are both from Goodwill. Some great finds there.
 
Just picked up some rice! Next run is canned meats, veggies, and uhh.... MORE RICE! :)
 
Well I have saved up a lot of money and bought my own weapons and gear,( around $1500) and my parents have their own bug out bags , with you that have cars try and make a get home bag if possible.
 
Tntboy make sure you get things you eat on a regular basis. I bought some stews to try and found I liked 1 out of 5. That turned out to be a big deal when you look at what you will be eating shtf.
 
I love me my rice and noodles. But I agree, don't go crazy. Veggies will be things I normally eat and meat will probably be chicken and sardines since I eat those quite often
 
Post SHTF, I'm betting we'll eat a lot of snake, frog, squirrel, raccoon, and possum. Also birds.
We'll also breed the rabbits and chickens.
 
How do you go about prepping? Being teens, we obviously don't have quite the resources that adults have, but what do you do to get around it? Any interesting devices or gadgets that you've made on a budget? Also, when dealing with family/friends, how do you explain your choice to prep to them (that is if you choose to share with your friends)?

If you're between the ages of 11 and 17 I would recommend Boyscouts or BSA (Boyscouts of America). I was a Boyscout and you really do learn much about prepping and survival not only in the wilderness and in a crisis situation but with everyday stuff too. The Boyscout motto is, "Be Prepared." Its one of the best prepper organizations for teens if you ask me.
 
It really is. I was in Boy Scouts, but I had some troubles in my troop. It was a great opportunity.
 
Got my Eagle Scout when I was 16, and I can say that I am quite satisfied with the skills boyscouts taught me
 
It really is. I was in Boy Scouts, but I had some troubles in my troop. It was a great opportunity.
Same thing with me, or actually it was my troop that was deteriorating. Our scoutmaster was retiring and we didn't have a replacement, that along with a family situation was why I stopped Boyscouts. It would've been nice to make it to Eagle like my cousin did, but I did make it as far as Star and I got some good merit badges that were fun to get.
 
I don't have the parent issue since I moved out when I was 16. My current problem is my boyfriend, he is not as conserned as me but he understands. I haven't gotten to the "storing a sh*tload of food" part yet, but I will. I am working on a plan for both of us when it all hits, but I know that he will NOT leave his computer behind....
When it comes to money, we are a bit short (he has two kids, enough said) so I make a lot of stuff myself and buy cheap when I can. I also reuse things like spicejars and boxes. Be frugal and look for inspiration online.
 
I don't have the parent issue since I moved out when I was 16. My current problem is my boyfriend, he is not as conserned as me but he understands. I haven't gotten to the "storing a sh*tload of food" part yet, but I will. I am working on a plan for both of us when it all hits, but I know that he will NOT leave his computer behind....
When it comes to money, we are a bit short (he has two kids, enough said) so I make a lot of stuff myself and buy cheap when I can. I also reuse things like spicejars and boxes. Be frugal and look for inspiration online.

Well you certainly have the self sufficiency and independence of a good prepper, moving out at 16 and all. As for your boyfriend and his computer, does he have a laptop? Those are much easier to take with you and the ones on the market now days can do just about everything a desktop can do. I know I would definitely bring my laptop along in a SHTF event. As for being short on money part of being a good prepper is being resourceful. Having lots of money to spend on all sorts of cool prepper products is all fine and good but what's more important if you ask me is using what you've got to the best of your ability, whether you've got a lot or a little.
 
Well you certainly have the self sufficiency and independence of a good prepper, moving out at 16 and all. As for your boyfriend and his computer, does he have a laptop? Those are much easier to take with you and the ones on the market now days can do just about everything a desktop can do. I know I would definitely bring my laptop along in a SHTF event. As for being short on money part of being a good prepper is being resourceful. Having lots of money to spend on all sorts of cool prepper products is all fine and good but what's more important if you ask me is using what you've got to the best of your ability, whether you've got a lot or a little.

He has a stationary computer that costed around 35k Norwegian Kroner. If he refuse to leave it, I will either throw it in the car or leave the guy behind. Tough.
 

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