Prepping Basics

Emergency preparedness checklist: Prepping for beginners

Get prepared for almost any emergency --- simply, cheaply, and correctly. Survival experts and deep research show you exactly how to prepare for emergencies in this step-by-step guide. Read more

Physical fitness for preppers

Fitness experts (who're also preppers) put together this one-page guide for any average person to become "survival fit." Read more

Off-grid power 101

Confused by generating power off the grid? Learn the basics in simple terms, including examples setups with links to gear for your needs. Read more

Best survival and prepper books

80+ great books

80+ of the best books for offline learning or building up your survival library. Read more

Digital security and privacy 101

Use these tools and tips to make your connected life much safer. Read more

Food list: How to build your survival pantry with long-lasting food from the supermarket

70+ food suggestions

How and what to buy from your local supermarket to stock up your prepper pantry. Read more

Rainy day funds and how much cash to have on hand

Tips on making it work for your budget and how to store and conceal cash. Read more

Why personal finance is critical for preppers and tips on money management

Personal financial planning is an important but often-overlooked step for preppers. With these easy tips, anyone can improve their money situation and be better prepared for emergencies. Read more

Home medical supplies list

145 prioritized items

Learn what medical supplies expert preppers keep stocked in their homes. Read more

IFAK first aid kit list

37 items to help you survive

Medical experts with 180 years of field and teaching experience share this prioritized first aid kit list. Read more

The Sane Prepper Mantra: Common sense rules for prepping

Avoid common prepping mistakes and don't waste money. Survival experts explain 10 common sense rules that should guide all of your decisions. Read more

Annual prep reviews: Why and how

Make it a habit to review your emergency preparations at least once a year. It's easy and extremely valuable. Here are tips on what to do and why. Read more

First In First Out: How the “use what you store, store what you use” model makes prepping easy

This simple, free, and powerful method will improve your prepping without much fuss. Read more

Emergency kit / bug out bag list

Survival experts break down exactly what to carry in your emergency kit or bug out bag, prioritized by levels. Read more

Rational reasons why you should be prepared

Skip the zombie hype. There are a TON of evidence-based reasons that you must take emergency preparedness seriously - like climate change and economic ruin. Read more