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[somewhere-in-oregon]

My Survival Skills Book List

Crisis Books

• Deep Survival by Laurence Gonzales
• The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker
• Attack Proof by John Perkins

General Country Living

• Country Wisdom & Know-How by The Editors of Storey Publishing's Country Wisdom Boards
• Boy Scout Handbook 11th Edition - 8th Printing

Water and Sanitation Books

• Rainwater Catchment Systems for Domestic Supply by Erik Nissen-Petersen
• Water Storage by Art Ludwig
• The Humanure Handbook by Joseph C. Jenkins

Farming Books

• Four Season Harvest by Eliot Coleman
• All New Square Foot Gardening by Mel Bartholomew
• How to Grow More Vegetables by John Jeavons
• Carrots Love Tomatoes by Louise Riotte
• Let it Rot! by Stu Campell
• Bug Off: 2,193 Super Secrets for Battling Bugs... by Jerry Baker
• Teaming with Microbes by Jeff Lowenfels and Wayne Lewis
• Encyclopedia of Herb Gardening by Frances Hutchison
• The Greenhouse Expert by Dr. D. G. Hessayon
• Pacific Northwest Garden Survival Guide by Debra Prinzing 
• Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades by Steve Solomon

Cooking Books

• Soups and Stews: Pocket Cookbook 
• Slow Cooking: Pocket Cookbook 

Building

• The Homeowner's Guide to Renewable Energy by Dan Chiras
• Shelters, Shacks & Shanties by D. C. Beard 
• The Book of Bamboo by David Farrelly 
• Hardy Bamboos: Taming the Dragon by Paul Whittaker 

Food and Seed Preservation Books 

• Preserving Food without Freezing or Canning by The Gardeners and Farmers of Centre Terre Vivante   
• Seed to Seed by Suzanne Ashworth 

Medical Books

• Symptoms: Their Causes and Cures by the Editors of Prevention Magazine Health Books
• Yellow Emperor’s Classic of Internal Medicine
• Where There Is No Doctor by David Werner
• Kava: Nature’s Answer to Stress, Anxiety, and Insomnia by Hyla Cass, M. D.

Wilderness Survival Books

• Primitive Wilderness Living & Survival Skills: Naked into the Wilderness by John McPherson
  (includes Tanning, Fires and Cooking, Catching and Preserving Meat, Baskets and Pottery, Making Stone Tools, Primitive Shelter) 
• Edible and Medicinal Plants of the West by Greogory L. Tilford 

Animal Product Crafts

• Basic Butchering of Livestock & Game by John J. Mettler 
• Traditional Clothing of the Native Americans by Evard H. Gibby 
• The Weaving, Spinning, and Dyeing Book by Rachel Brown 
• The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Knots and Ropework by Geoffrey Budworth 

Trades

• Home Wiring and Plumbing (Ten Pound Books)
• Indian Basket Weaving by the Navajo School of Indian Basketry
• The Complete Modern Blacksmith by Alexander G. Weygers
• Dave Miller’s Home Brewing Guide
• The Papermaker's Companion by Helen Hiebert

[somewhere-in-oregon]

My own list from Deep Survival adapted for long emergencies

Psychology of Survival Checklist

trust your gut feelings before taking on situations you think may lead to risk

CONCENTRATE ON ATTITUDE FIRST

pray for focus
turn fear into focus, strength for action
pay attention to details
focus on the hear and now

START TAKING ACTION

be bold but also cautious
believe anything is possible
expect things to be different this time

GO SLOW AND REST

go slow - allow things to take 8 times longer than expected
remember to rest - only go at 60% your normal speed
long term memories can help you rest

MORE SPECIFIC

give yourself small tasks
develop a routine
try to help others
do anything necessary to survive

KEEP GOING

do not second guess yourself or think about why the risky situation occured
let other family members motivate you
balance privacy and community
use humor and awe of the power of nature

[ziggy]

thanks! 

[somewhere-in-oregon]

updated Survival Gear List below

[doctor zaius]

somewhere-in-oregon: you get an A+ for having such a well organized list. 

[EmperorDraco]

Question: This all seems very useful and organized, may I ask an estimated price and how long does it take to get these supplies together? What about making provisions for storing and transporting these items?

[somewhere-in-oregon]

Yes, I just completed the list mostly with spending money and a little out of savings. I am single and have a full veterans pension. I started in the beginning of April and finished today, so it was about 4 months and about $3,500. Almost everything except for my backpack fits into the 96 gallon trash can which all of the big stuff was transported via truck to my retreat location (my parent's house) it could also be rolled along a road as it has wheels (with several people). 90% of it can be got at either Big 5 Sporting Goods, Rite Aid, or Home Depot.

I also got a 8 quart dutch oven for the sun oven the other day.

[somewhere-in-oregon]

Guns, power sources, and fuel are deliberately absent. You may want to add those to your list.

[somewhere-in-oregon]

The food, water, sun oven, mop bucket ringer, portable toilet, humane animal trap, backpack with some of the gear inside *don't* fit in the trash can. The previous list of books *do* fit inside although some of them I have just photocopied specific sections.

[EmperorDraco]

Thanks, that's very interesting. I'm exploring what my options are... I don't have any outdoor experience beyond camping in the back yard a few times overnight and a weekend in a state park! I'm not exactly Grizzly Adams... lol.

[somewhere-in-oregon]

I'm in a pretty good situation. I don't work a job and so can devote to preparing for peak oil completely. My sister has a degree in botany, my great aunt has a farm she has held onto for this very reason and my great uncle has a doctorate in agriculture. Many things grow well here and we are far from any major cities. This is near my parents house my dad grew up on a farm and remembers plucking chickens as a kid. He also is handy with wood working and building things. My mom is good at sewing and cooking. She has thousand of dollars worth of material stockpiled. Both my dad and I are Eagle Scouts. I have also been in the Army. I have studied philosophy for 10 years on my own and have written 16 books all by myself including designing them and have worked on a website for 10 years. I find this getting ready for peak oil to be pretty relaxing mentally and I always liked the idea of farming. The only thing I am worried about is being able to get my medicine as I have Paranoid Schizophrenia and there really is nothing in traditional medicine that is effective. In the past, people with Schizophrenia stopped eating during their psychotic episodes and usually starved to death. My family has been very supportive and are not surprised about this at all. My dad just thinks there will be a slow crash.

[Wallace]

Your bug out bag must be HUGE 

[somewhere-in-oregon]

Most of this stuff is already at my doomstead. The backpack mentioned has only the necessary supplies to get me to my doomstead. It actually is very light, not counting water, but there is a major river close by the road I am going to travel along. If I know something is happening with any warning and my dad or sister still has gas in their car or is able to get some, I can travel by car. But I am ready either way.

[somewhere-in-oregon]

updated gear list

BASICS

MORALE/COMMUNICATIONS
• 5 laminated “psychology of survival” checklists
• 2 journals, portable Bible
• 500 sheets white 8 1/2 in x 11 in (20 lb) paper
• 5 x 11 in x 14 in top loading plastic envelopes
• 2 permanent markers, 12 ball point pens
• 5 hand crank radio/flashlights, 1 just flashlight
• $10 in quarters, signaling mirror
HEAT AND LIGHT
• 3 magnesium fire starters, 480 waterproof matches, 3 pairs of shoelaces (54-72 in)
• 9 x 9 hr candles, 6 x 12 hr red light sticks, 1 pint 190 proof Everclear
• 3 waterproof, windproof, radar reflective thermal blankets with corner grommets
• 10 deg f king size synthetic sleeping bag
NAVIGATION
• sighting compass w/ metal body, pro cover
• map of Oregon, Albany street atlas
• Eugene street atlas and laminated map
• 8 x mag/ 21 mm lens mini binoculars
CLOTHING
• 3 in brimmed explorer hat w/ chin cord
• no-see-um mesh light/cool head gear, jacket, pants
• 5 long sleeve midweight thermal tops with moisture management and anti-odor fabric
• 5 long sleeve lightweight multisport base layer: dries fast, breathes freely, UPF 50+
• 2 waterproof/breathable jackets: heavy, light
• 50 x 80 in waterproof vinyl poncho
• 3 pairs of jeans, 6 pairs of boxers, 1 faux leather belt, 1 pair skating knee guards
• 5 pairs of wool/polypropylene work socks with blister protection, itch free, and anti-odor
• 3 pairs of footwear: 1 pair running shoes, 1 pair rubber boots, 1 pair waterproof, breathable, insulated, leather, hiking boots
FOOD AND WATER SUPPLIES
• 5 x 24 pk x .5 l water bottles 7.5 dy kps 6 mo
• emergency bucket w/ 275 servings kps 20 yrs
• 1 lb jerky
• 1 lb, 10 oz iodized salt
• 2 can openers
• plastic, metal knife, fork, and spoon pack
• 8 piece miniature cooking set, 9 cup coffee pot, 8 qt dutch oven
• portable 21 lb 14 in x 14 in x 8-11 in solar oven w/ handle and thermostat

HEALTH

WATER SANITATION
• 5 x 25 qt iodine water pur. tabs - kps 4 yrs
• 22 oz bottle with metal, pathogens water filters 26 gal/150 refills
• 200 coffee filters, 3 cotton neckerchiefs
TOILET SANITATION
• 5 gal bucket  w/ portable toilet seat attached
• 14 lbs new unused cat litter
• 38 x 13 gal Glad Force Flex trash bags
• 4 x 1,000 sheets toilet paper
KEEPING BODY CLEAN
• 22 oz baby powder
• 72 baby wipes, 32 cleansing wipes
• 8 oz hand sanitizer
CLOTHES WASHING
• 34 qt mop bucket with wringer
• 2 x 40 wooden clothes pins
GROOMING
• 3 tooth brushes, 7.2 oz tooth paste
• 2 x 115 yd mint waxed dental floss
• 18 fl oz aloe vera lotion for extra dry skin
• 2 x toe nail clippers
• 15 fl oz normal unscented shampoo
• 3 oz antiperspirant deodorant
KITCHEN AND BATHROOM CLEANING
• 25 fl oz unscented dishwashing soap
• 60 x 13 gal tall kitchen trash bags
• SOS dishwashing pad, 3 zorbee cloths
• 3 x 12 bars x 4.5 oz soap
• 3 x 1 lb pure baking soda
• GENERAL CLEANING
• feather duster
• mini broom, dust pan
MEDICAL
• 2 oz antibiotic ointment, 30 x 4 in x 4 in sterile pads, 10 yds x 2 in cloth tape
• 66 in x 4 in athletic bandage
• medical scissors
• 15 oz baby shampoo
• insect repellant, 16 fl oz SPF 60 sunscreen
• 12 pairs of ankle high athletic socks
• blister kit

SELF DEFENSE
• 6 general purpose, 6 “dog” pepper spray
• bear deterrent pepper spray, belt holster, inert training canister, storage safety container
• signal whistle
• non-flammable signal horn audible .5 mi away

TOOLS

SAFETY TOOLS
• 3 pairs of protective glasses
• 14 pair x 32 decibel earplugs
• 7 surgical masks
• 50 latex gloves, 4 pair of re-usable gloves: 1 leather, 1 plastic coated, 1 easy grip, 3 x 14 in large flock lined latex kitchen gloves
• 3/4 in pipe clamp
MEASURING TOOLS
• large 8 digit solar calculator w/ sturdy keys
• 60 min wind up timer
• 16 ft tape measure
CUTTING TOOLS
• 2 shears: 1 x 8 in shop, 1 x kitchen
• 6 knives: 1 x 7.5 in bowie w/ mini, 2 x 6.5 in hunting, 2 x 4.5 in camping all w/ sheaths
• foldable hand saw
• rubber mallet
• 5/8 in wood chisel w/ steel striking cap
• small hatchet w/ canvas sheeth
FASTENERS
• 1/4 in chuck hand crank drill
• 1/8 in, 5/32 in, 3/16 in, 7/32 in, 1/4 in drill bits
• 3/8 in, 1/2 in, 5/8 in, 3/4 in, 7/8 in, 1 in wood boring bit set
• 4 in one standard/phillips screwdriver
• claw hammer, small pry bar
• 5 lbs 3.5 in nails, 5 lbs of 3 in screws
FILES
general purpose mil w/ handle, 10 in round bastard, 6 in x 5/32 in round needle chainsaw, 6 in X-slim taper needle
ABRASIVES
• 12 pads very fine #00 for metal, 12 pads medium #1 for wood steel wool
• 3 x 8.5 x 11 sheets of corse, medium, fine sand paper
PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL TOOLS
• long nose needle nose pliers
• heavy duty 14 in pipe wrench
GARDENING TOOLS
• 3 prong hand cultivator
• trowel, hand soil scoop, hand dandelion digger, foldable shovel w/ sheath
• hand mattock pick
• hand floral bypass pruners
FOOD CATCHING TOOLS
• live animal trap
• trout/stream net with 6 in handle and cord
BUTCHERING
• t-handle bone saw, sharpening steel
• 3 knives: butcher/tendon cutter, 2 finger skinner/gut hook, extended neck bone knife
• 4 pocket ballistic sheath
• 2 x steel mesh cut-resistant glove, 1 stain resistant apron, 1 mini cutting board, 3 keychain thermometers
TOOL MAINTENANCE
• fine/course sharpening stone
• 2 x 4.5 fl oz mineral oil
• knife sharpener

SAFE KEEPING

WRAPPING AND TYING THINGS
• 2 x 6 ft cable dog tie
• 2 x 1.88 in x 60 yds duct tape
• 2 x 50 ft twine, 2 x 50 ft rope, 9 bungee cords
• 32 in x 78 in x 59 in mosquito net
• 10 aluminum tent stakes
• plastic sheeting: 3 x 19 ft x 12 ft x .8 mm plastic drop cloth, 2 x 54 in x 108 in plastic tablecloth, 4 flexible plastic chopping mats
• 30 sq ft of heavy duty aluminum foil
• 6 oz assorted sizes rubber bands
STORAGE
• 2 qt canteen, 5 gal foldable water carrier
• 3 x 22 oz empty plastic spray bottles
• 2 backpacks: 1 x small, 1 x 3,356 cubic in trail with rain cover, internal frame, waist belt
• small suitcase
• new 96 gal garbage can
• 42 in x 18 in duffle bag w/ shoulder strap
• plastic boxes: 3 x 10 gallon, 1 x 10.5 cups shallow square, 5 little for water pur tabs
• 2 grocery bags: 1 big canvas, 1 wheeled nylon
• 24 x 1 qt and 18 x 1 gal Ziplock bags
• 20 aromatic natural cedar blocks
• 2 x 1.5 in binders for info from web, books
• 200 sheet protectors
• 2 x 8 colored plastic notebook dividers

[somewhere-in-oregon]

You also don't want to forget seeds. Remember when buying seeds to get open pollinated or non-hybrid, otherwise you will have to buy new seeds every year. Different seed manufacturers specialize in different regions, so your provider will likely be different than mine. Also, find out what grows well in your climate. My climate is heavy clay, high acid, with lots of nutrients. Root crops don't grow well but most bush type plants grow well here especially berries. Blackberries are considered a weed/invasive species here. If you let a piece of land grow wild here, huge bushes of blackberries will take over. Also our climate is very mild so winter temperature wise, this is one of the best growing areas. We also get well over a meter of water a year. In order to collect all the water that comes off an average roof throughout the year, we would have to have a container as big as most backyards.